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Committed to India hosting 2036 Olympics: PT Usha

Committed to India hosting 2036 Olympics: PT Usha

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha on Tuesday insisted that its commitment to host the 2036 Summer Games "remained steadfast" despite the "internal challenges" her organisation has been facing due to her feud with the Executive Council members.

Why DGCA Suspended Vistara Executive

Why DGCA Suspended Vistara Executive

Rediff.com1 May 2024

This isn't the first instance of Vistara facing scrutiny from the regulator over improper pilot training.

'Zero commission' practice illegal: DGCA

'Zero commission' practice illegal: DGCA

Rediff.com11 Jun 2010

In its submission to the Competition Commission of India, in response to a complaint filed by a travel agents body, DGCA said travel agents should be compensated by the airlines directly by paying commission, which should be a part of the fare itself.

Team of 80 people harmonising ops of 4 Tata airlines: Air India CEO

Team of 80 people harmonising ops of 4 Tata airlines: Air India CEO

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Over the past eight months, a team of 80 people has been diligently working to harmonise operating procedures across four airlines run by the Tata group, as part of two mergers, revealed Campbell Wilson, Air India's chief executive officer (CEO), on Friday. The Tata group is consolidating its aviation business by merging four airlines into two: Air India and Vistara are merging to form a single full-service carrier, while AIX Connect and Air India Express are combining to create a unified low-cost carrier (as a subsidiary of Air India).

Patna police dismisses reports of Khan sir's arrest

Patna police dismisses reports of Khan sir's arrest

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Bihar Police on Saturday dismissed social media rumours about the arrest of Patna-based tutor and YouTuber Khan Sir, stating he had come to a police station on his own accord to express solidarity with protesters detained over an illegal demonstration near the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) office.

Competition panel to address M&A fears

Competition panel to address M&A fears

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

The Act provides that companies with assets of over Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) and a turnover exceeding Rs 3,000 crore (Rs 30 billion) will have to obtain approval from the CCI for a merger, acquisition or amalgamation within 30 days of the deal. Smaller companies will have to seek permission if their parent company's assets exceed Rs 4,000 crore (Rs 40 billion) and the turnover Rs 12,000 crore (Rs 120 billion).

Air India-Vistara merger may impact 600 non-flying staff

Air India-Vistara merger may impact 600 non-flying staff

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Around 600 non-flying staff of Air India and Vistara are likely to be impacted by the two airlines' mega-merger, and efforts will be made to provide job opportunities to the affected employees within Air India group and Tata companies, sources said on Wednesday. Tata Group-owned loss-making full-service carriers -- Air India and Vistara -- together have more than 23,000 employees.

Students, cops clash in Bihar over exam, FIR against Prashant Kishor

Students, cops clash in Bihar over exam, FIR against Prashant Kishor

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Police in Patna, Bihar used water cannons and mild force to disperse protesters demanding the cancellation of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam held on December 13. The protesters, who were joined by Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishore, attempted to march towards the chief minister's residence, prompting police action. The protesters had gathered at Gandhi Maidan despite warnings from the administration that any demonstration would be considered unauthorized. The district police registered an FIR against 21 known persons, including Prashant Kishore, for organizing the gathering. The protest is ongoing, with students seeking the cancellation of the exam due to allegations of a question paper leak. The government has agreed to meet with a five-member delegation of BPSC aspirants.

Cabinet clears amendments to Competition Bill

Cabinet clears amendments to Competition Bill

Rediff.com5 Dec 2002

Several amendments to the long-awaited Competition Bill, proposed by the parliamentary committee including more powers to the proposed Competition Commission, was cleared by the Union Cabinet.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Competition watchdog may look at all sectors

Competition watchdog may look at all sectors

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

Corporate affairs ministry note for ministerial group says can't keep banking, telecom out of CCI purview as RBI, Trai enable but not regulate competition

Panel for changes in Competition act

Panel for changes in Competition act

Rediff.com21 Dec 2006

After a year long deliberations, the Standing Committee on Finance has recommended several changes in the Competition Commission Act, 2002, making it a more powerful body.

Competition Act may be amended

Competition Act may be amended

Rediff.com28 Jun 2005

A Labourer's Daughter Is World Champion

A Labourer's Daughter Is World Champion

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

When Kasturi Rajamurty won a gold medal in powerlifting at the WPPL World Cup in Russia, she sure had come a long way. From a life of penury to constantly being short of funds to fuel her passion, she had finally triumphed, and how.

'Direct Transfer Of Money Is Bribing Voters'

'Direct Transfer Of Money Is Bribing Voters'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'For politicians, winning the next election has become more important than economic stability of the country and broader national interest.'

'Competition Act will curtail M&As'

'Competition Act will curtail M&As'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2007

The industry is seriously concerned that the new Competition Act, passed by Parliament in September but not yet fully notified, could impact local and cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&As) and curtail business activities by placing substantial discretionary powers in the hands of the thinly-staffed Competition Commission of India (CCI).

India submits 'Letter of Intent' to host 2036 Olympics

India submits 'Letter of Intent' to host 2036 Olympics

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

India face competition from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey, who are positioning themselves as strong contenders to host the 2036 Olympics.

Flight schedule to normalise in 2-3 days: Vistara CEO Vinod Kannan

Flight schedule to normalise in 2-3 days: Vistara CEO Vinod Kannan

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

High pilot utilisation, combined with a portion of pilots taking sick leave at the end of March has resulted in the cancellations during the last couple of days, chief executive officer (CEO) of Vistara, Vinod Kannan, said during a meeting with the pilots on Wednesday.

Competition for market share intensifies among cement companies in Q1

Competition for market share intensifies among cement companies in Q1

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Cement manufacturers' show during the June 2023-ended quarter (Q1FY24) has indicated an intensified slugfest for market share. For instance, Dalmia Bharat (Cement) said it has lost market share in eastern India owing to lack of price discipline. Industry analysts also said that the seasonal weakness in cement prices for Q1 is showing up earlier than usual.

Burmans get nod to acquire 31.27% additional stake in Religare

Burmans get nod to acquire 31.27% additional stake in Religare

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of 31.27 per cent of additional stake in Religare Enterprises by four entities of Dabur India promoter Burman family, enabling them to become majority owners in the financial services firm. The fair trade regulator allowed the four entities to acquire Religare's 5.27 per cent through stock market purchase and another 26 per cent through an open offer.

NDA slammed over Competition Panel head

NDA slammed over Competition Panel head

Rediff.com26 May 2004

Lambasting the NDA government for appointing a bureaucrat as head of the Competition Commission, Law Minister Hans Raj Bharadwaj said rightly the decision fell foul with the Supreme Court as these bodies have been traditionally headed by judges.

Foreign Brands Are Eyeing India Again

Foreign Brands Are Eyeing India Again

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Whether it's Carrefour, Ford, or other foreign majors, they are ready to adjust their strategies and design their plans in a way that would address the Indian consumption story.

Competition panel to remain defunct for another 6

Competition panel to remain defunct for another 6

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

After passing of the Competition Act, 2007, in September, Minister of Corporate Affairs Prem Chand Gupta had announced that the CCI would be fully functional by the middle of next year.

WeWork's exit from India unit unlikely to impact domestic co-working market

WeWork's exit from India unit unlikely to impact domestic co-working market

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

The exit of WeWork from its India unit is unlikely to have an impact on the country's co-working real estate market, according to industry executives. The company last week received approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to sell its entire 27.5 per cent stake in the India unit to Real Trustee Advisory Company. The majority of the stake (72.5 per cent) in WeWork India is owned by Bengaluru-based Embassy Group.

Competition watchdog bites Rs 6,300 cr off cement firms

Competition watchdog bites Rs 6,300 cr off cement firms

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

10 companies and industry body penalised for cartelisation, likely to take legal recourse.

Competition watchdog may have its say on all M&As

Competition watchdog may have its say on all M&As

Rediff.com30 Aug 2012

CCI, sector regulators may consult each other if jurisdictions overlap

Reliance back on growth path, multiple catalysts to drive performance

Reliance back on growth path, multiple catalysts to drive performance

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Reliance Industries Ltd, India's most valuable company, is back on a growth path after six months of challenges as it posted better than expected earnings in the December quarter, brokerages said.

Reliance reports govt OMCs to competition panel

Reliance reports govt OMCs to competition panel

Rediff.com15 Jul 2010

The biggest private petroleum company had lost the tender due to OMCs adopting a uniform strategy of differential discounts at different locations. Asked, CCI officials were not available for a comment.

Competition panel decision put off

Competition panel decision put off

Rediff.com26 Aug 2004

'Why Are People Willing To Suffer For A Government Job?'

'Why Are People Willing To Suffer For A Government Job?'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

'When I asked whether they would choose a government job that offered Rs 30,000 a month or a private job that offered them Rs 3 lakh a month, without exception, everybody said, "I would rather have the government job!"'

Disney-Reliance merger may include compromises, watchdogs warn of 'monopoly'

Disney-Reliance merger may include compromises, watchdogs warn of 'monopoly'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Reuters reported earlier this week that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has sent a warning notice to the companies expressing concern that the merged entity will effectively have a monopoly on cricket broadcast rights worth billions of dollars, allowing it to squeeze advertisers.

'Govt Unsure How To Fire Economy Upwards'

'Govt Unsure How To Fire Economy Upwards'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

'I am optimistic about the Budget because of the fiscal discipline the government has committed to.'

BJP will implement UCC in J'khand, tribals excluded: Amit Shah

BJP will implement UCC in J'khand, tribals excluded: Amit Shah

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Shah, while releasing the saffron party's manifesto 'Sankalp Patra' for the upcoming assembly elections in Jharkhand, announced that a Displacement Commission would be formed to ensure rehabilitation of people displaced by industries and mines in the state.

2024 was mostly about lost chances for Congress

2024 was mostly about lost chances for Congress

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

The principal opposition party though appeared content securing 99 of the 543 seats in the 2024 national elections as against its all-time low of 44 in 2014 and then 52 in 2019.

Can Kejriwal Make It Three In A Row?

Can Kejriwal Make It Three In A Row?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The BJP may win more seats in the February 5 assembly election, but not enough to trump AAP, notes Ramesh Menon.

Airfare hike:Competition panel writes to ministry

Airfare hike:Competition panel writes to ministry

Rediff.com23 Dec 2010

Last year too, the competition regulator had sent notices to airlines whether they were acting together to raise or lower airfares.

Merger of Credit Suisse with UBS Group cleared

Merger of Credit Suisse with UBS Group cleared

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Fair-trade regulator Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Thursday cleared the proposed merger of Credit Suisse Group AG with UBS Group AG. Both Credit Suisse Group AG (Credit Suisse) and UBS Group AG (UBS) are multinational investment banks and financial services companies founded and based in Switzerland.

Economic Survey pitches for more FDI from China

Economic Survey pitches for more FDI from China

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Amidst strained ties with China, the pre-budget Economic Survey on Monday made a strong case for seeking foreign direct investments (FDI) from Beijing to boost local manufacturing and tap the export market. As the US and Europe are shifting their immediate sourcing away from China, it is more effective to have Chinese companies invest in India and then export the products to these markets rather than importing from the neighbouring country, the Survey said.

MF licence aspirant list swells with new wave of AMCs ready to roll

MF licence aspirant list swells with new wave of AMCs ready to roll

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

India's thriving mutual fund (MF) industry is drawing interest from several firms, with multiple applications submitted to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for asset management company (AMC) licences.

Will Kerala govt sack CPM MLA-actor Mukesh?

Will Kerala govt sack CPM MLA-actor Mukesh?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

On a day a sexual abuse case was registered against actor Siddique based on a complaint by a woman actor, the Left government appears to have adopted a cautious approach in the case of MLA Mukesh, with two ministers indicating that further action hinges on the findings of the probe by the special police team.