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Top Pharma Firms Maintain Volume Growth Amid Market Shift to Chronic Therapies

Top Pharma Firms Maintain Volume Growth Amid Market Shift to Chronic Therapies

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

India's 10 largest pharmaceutical companies have consistently maintained positive average volume growth throughout 2026, while smaller rivals have experienced more erratic performance, driven by a market shift towards chronic and sub-chronic therapies.

HDFC Bank launches internal probe into alleged data leak by two senior executives

HDFC Bank launches internal probe into alleged data leak by two senior executives

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

HDFC Bank has initiated an internal enquiry into the alleged leak of confidential information by two senior executives, with investigators examining whether the disclosed information was misused.

Ankur Warikoo: 'Money Best Way To Buy Freedom'

Ankur Warikoo: 'Money Best Way To Buy Freedom'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

'My recommendation: Stay in your job. Don't make it your dream job for life.' 'Then use your nights, weekends and holidays to build something on the side -- something you're passionate about, something you'd love to do -- without putting any pressure on yourself to earn money from it from day one.' 'It may take six months, 12 months, maybe even two years, but it will unlock something you won't know how to value until you experience it.'

Boeing 737 MAX Glitch Has No Impact: Akasa

Boeing 737 MAX Glitch Has No Impact: Akasa

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Our fleet remains absolutely safe

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

'India is a large source of Spotify's future audience growth because it is the largest market in the world.'

Why Doctors Oppose This Sunny Deol Film

Why Doctors Oppose This Sunny Deol Film

Rediff.com2 days ago

'You have made a film which is rage bait so that more people will watch it and get incited.'

'Tata Trusts Wants To Determine Destiny Of Group Companies'

'Tata Trusts Wants To Determine Destiny Of Group Companies'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

'Members of Indian family businesses have considered it their birthright to work there and responsibility to take care of it.'

Why WhatsApp Etc Must Be Regulated

Why WhatsApp Etc Must Be Regulated

Rediff.com5 days ago

A mature democracy like India has to decide who rules the country -- whether the people of India with their votes or Mark Zuckerberg and other social media moguls through their algorithms, asserts Dr Ashwani Mahajan.

10 Important Govt Exams To Prepare For In 2027

10 Important Govt Exams To Prepare For In 2027

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

Ashok Thombre, international business advisor at The Quantico, shortlists some of the most popular government competitive exams in India that attract thousands of aspirants every year.

Ahmedabad Marathon Achieves Global Recognition

Ahmedabad Marathon Achieves Global Recognition

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon has been included in the World Athletics Global Calendar, making it an internationally recognised event where performances can contribute to World Athletics Rankings. This milestone highlights the marathon's growth and adherence to global standards, further boosting Ahmedabad's sporting profile ahead of the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

Want To Personalise Your Luxury Car?

Want To Personalise Your Luxury Car?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2026

Luxury car buyers in India are spending lakhs -- and sometimes crores -- to make their cars truly their own, turning personalisation into a growing business opportunity for automakers.

15-Year-Old Prishita Gupta's Moves Are Creating A Dhamaka

15-Year-Old Prishita Gupta's Moves Are Creating A Dhamaka

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Delhi schoolgirl has won three consecutive tournaments, earned a Women's International Master title and bounced back from an early-year rating slump.

Maruti Suzuki Bets On Premium Hatchbacks With New Baleno

Maruti Suzuki Bets On Premium Hatchbacks With New Baleno

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Maruti Suzuki India is strategically investing in the premium hatchback segment, launching a refreshed Baleno with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to capture a significant share of the evolving Indian passenger vehicle market, even as SUVs continue their dominance.

Pearson Overseas to buy Business Standard pie

Pearson Overseas to buy Business Standard pie

Rediff.com19 Apr 2004

The Foreign Investment Promotion Board is believed to have permitted Pearson Overseas Holding to initially acquire 13.85 per cent in Business Standard

PNB targets wealth management entry by 2027, ramps up credit card portfolio

PNB targets wealth management entry by 2027, ramps up credit card portfolio

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

State-run Punjab National Bank (PNB) is strategically planning to enter the wealth management segment by early 2027 and significantly expand its credit card portfolio, aiming to tap into lucrative markets largely dominated by private-sector banks.

Now, Google to share child abuse case details with govt

Now, Google to share child abuse case details with govt

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Search engine major Google will also start sharing details of child sexual abuse cases and repeat offenders with the cybercrime division of the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Fuel-efficiency tool for trucks may be ready by Dec, launch likely in Feb

Fuel-efficiency tool for trucks may be ready by Dec, launch likely in Feb

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

India is set to launch Bharat Vecto, its first certification tool for assessing the fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions of medium and heavy commercial vehicles, by December, with a full launch targeted for the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in February 2027.

How PhonePe's PulsePro Will Transform Business Decision-Making

How PhonePe's PulsePro Will Transform Business Decision-Making

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Digital payments firm PhonePe has launched PulsePro, an enterprise intelligence platform providing businesses with aggregated and anonymised transaction data. This platform offers near real-time market insights at granular levels, helping companies track consumer spending, identify growth opportunities, and make informed expansion decisions across India.

Airlines Challenge Adani Over Mumbai T1 Redevelopment

Airlines Challenge Adani Over Mumbai T1 Redevelopment

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The Airline Operators Committee has questioned the basis for shifting 33 per cent of international services to Navi Mumbai International Airport.

Why More Private Invits Are Shifting to Public Listings

Why More Private Invits Are Shifting to Public Listings

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

At least four to five privately placed infrastructure investment trusts (Invits) are expected to transition to public listings by the end of the 2026-27 financial year, significantly increasing the number of publicly traded Invits to 12-14, according to N S Venkatesh, CEO of the Bharat Invits Association (BIA).

OpenAI, Anthropic Urge AI Slowdown; But Will It Happen?

OpenAI, Anthropic Urge AI Slowdown; But Will It Happen?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

'You cannot stop these models from getting better. There is competitive and business pressure and if the US stops then maybe China will go ahead.'

CII White Paper Outlines Path To $100 Billion Media & Entertainment Sector

CII White Paper Outlines Path To $100 Billion Media & Entertainment Sector

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A CII white paper released Thursday outlines a strategy for India's media and entertainment sector to achieve a USD 100 billion valuation by the early 2030s, requiring an annual growth rate of 15 per cent and significant policy reforms. The paper identifies key areas for growth, including broadcasting reform, anti-piracy measures, and investment in regional markets.

Salman Khan Launches YouTube Channel

Salman Khan Launches YouTube Channel

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Reflecting his immense popularity, the channel crossed 14,000 subscribers within just one hour of its announcement.

GST Council proposes decriminalisation, scrapping arrest powers, and easier compliance

GST Council proposes decriminalisation, scrapping arrest powers, and easier compliance

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has begun deliberations on significant reforms, including decriminalising nine offences, softening provisions for 24, and raising the threshold for criminal prosecution to Rs 5 crore. The proposed changes also include scrapping the arrest powers of GST officers and introducing an 'invoice matching system' to combat fake input tax credit claims, aiming for a trust-based taxation approach and enhanced ease of doing business.

Lupin eyes $500 million from biosimilars, expands global footprint

Lupin eyes $500 million from biosimilars, expands global footprint

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Pharma major Lupin is significantly increasing its focus on biosimilars, aiming for a turnover of nearly $500 million from this segment over the next five years, driven by new product launches and expanded presence in key global markets like the US, Europe, and Japan.

What is hurting ease of doing business for Indian automakers?

What is hurting ease of doing business for Indian automakers?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Automobile manufacturers are increasingly vocal about the mounting paperwork and delays associated with India's Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the automotive sector, arguing that compliance requirements are becoming as challenging as meeting technical eligibility conditions. They are pushing for a simpler, faster, and more predictable certification and compliance framework.

Longest Nifty Losing Streak Since Covid

Longest Nifty Losing Streak Since Covid

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

'India is collateral damage. There is no way that foreign investors are going to bring money in India despite our yields also going up.'

Why Tata Sons IPO May Get Lower Valuation

Why Tata Sons IPO May Get Lower Valuation

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Holding-company discounts and losses at key unlisted ventures could weigh on Tata Sons' IPO valuation, though its diversified portfolio may still command a premium.

Rubio's India Visit: The Russian Oil Factor

Rubio's India Visit: The Russian Oil Factor

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to India this week underscores the complex dynamics of global energy policy, as Washington re-evaluates sanctions on Russian oil buyers amidst India's continued reliance on Russian crude.

AI-led pricing pressure to drive consolidation among mid-tier IT firms

AI-led pricing pressure to drive consolidation among mid-tier IT firms

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

India's IT services industry is witnessing a surge in mergers and acquisitions, particularly among mid-cap companies, as AI-led pricing pressure and macroeconomic uncertainty compel firms to seek scale, capabilities, and broader market reach. This trend is exemplified by the recent merger of Happiest Minds Technologies and ITC Infotech, aiming to offer end-to-end solutions and compete for larger transformation programmes.

CBIC plans wider AI use, unified portal to ease Customs compliance: Chairman

CBIC plans wider AI use, unified portal to ease Customs compliance: Chairman

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is set to significantly increase its use of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and real-time analytics in Customs processes, aiming for a near-touchless, near-digital clearance experience, according to Chairman Vivek Chaturvedi.

No BIS, no sale from 2027: Smartphone screen protectors face new rule

No BIS, no sale from 2027: Smartphone screen protectors face new rule

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The Indian government has made Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification compulsory for smartphone screen protectors, effective April 1, 2027. This move aims to ensure product quality, curb low-quality imports, and significantly boost domestic manufacturing, creating a substantial industry and job opportunities.

Tata Listing Battle Enters New Phase

Tata Listing Battle Enters New Phase

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Within days of the RBI's letter to Tata Sons that its CIC deregistration application had been rejected, the regulator filed a caveat in the Bombay High Court so that it could be heard before any order is passed on the matter in case there's a petition challenging its listing directive.

India's Largest Listed Holding Company...

India's Largest Listed Holding Company...

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

The market capitalisation of these 41 companies ranged from Rs 30 crore to around Rs 1.26 trillion, as on August 7.

FSSAI initiates penal action against Amazon, Swiggy, BigBasket for non-compliance

FSSAI initiates penal action against Amazon, Swiggy, BigBasket for non-compliance

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

India's food regulator, FSSAI, has initiated penal action against major e-commerce platforms including Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket, Flipkart India, and Zepto for various non-compliances, such as misbranding, misleading claims, and the sale of prohibited food articles.

Why Is Zepto Cafe Shutting Hundreds of Outlets?

Why Is Zepto Cafe Shutting Hundreds of Outlets?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Zepto is sharply scaling back Zepto Cafe, closing hundreds of outlets and shrinking its menu as it reworks the business.

10 IPO Checks Before You Invest

10 IPO Checks Before You Invest

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Dig into the prospectus. Use the prospectus to understand the business and its risks.

Strong Demand Fuels India's Manufacturing Growth to 7-Month High

Strong Demand Fuels India's Manufacturing Growth to 7-Month High

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

India's manufacturing sector activity surged to a seven-month high in September, driven by a significant acceleration in new orders and output, leading to solid expansion in factory hiring and a four-month peak in business optimism.

Incoming Air India CEO outlines priorities: Safety, reliability, profitability

Incoming Air India CEO outlines priorities: Safety, reliability, profitability

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Tewolde Gebremariam, Air India's CEO and MD-designate, has outlined passenger safety, operational reliability, and sustainable profitability as the airline's foremost priorities, emphasising a stronger safety-reporting culture and improved disruption recovery.

DP World To Ensure Consistency For Rory McIlroy's Global Training

DP World To Ensure Consistency For Rory McIlroy's Global Training

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Golf superstar Rory McIlroy has announced a multi-year partnership with global logistics company DP World. The collaboration will see DP World transport McIlroy's personalised fitness and recovery facilities across his PGA Tour and DP World Tour schedules, ensuring consistent training environments worldwide. This initiative highlights DP World's expertise in complex logistics and makes McIlroy a global ambassador for the company.