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Scientists hail Chandrayaan-3, say feat will inspire youngsters

Scientists hail Chandrayaan-3, say feat will inspire youngsters

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Leading scientists and experts said this monumental accomplishment not only marks India's indelible imprint on lunar exploration but also demonstrates the prowess of human collaboration, determination, and cutting-edge technology.

'We are building Kia 2.0. India is a long-term bet for us'

'We are building Kia 2.0. India is a long-term bet for us'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

'India is the sixth-largest market for the Kia Corporation, and contributes 8 to 9 per cent to our global sales.' 'We are eyeing 10 per cent market share over the next few years depending on customer demand and new product innovations.'

India Inc's biz confidence sees steepest fall in 3 years: D&B

India Inc's biz confidence sees steepest fall in 3 years: D&B

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

The business confidence of India Inc for April-June quarter witnessed the steepest fall in the last three years as the Union Budget did not have any major steps towards reforms, says research firm Dun and Bradstreet.

Analysts flag caution on Mamaearth IPO: Here's why

Analysts flag caution on Mamaearth IPO: Here's why

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Beauty and Personal Care (BPC) e-retailer Honasa Consumer's initial public offering (IPO) has failed to find backing from analysts due to the company's weak financial track record and expensive valuation. T Manish, research analyst at Samco Securities suggests avoiding the IPO as the company's financial performance does not inspire confidence. "The profit has been inconsistent and advertising and marketing expenses are incredibly high at around 40 per cent of the revenues.

China making virus deadlier than Covid in Pakistan: Report

China making virus deadlier than Covid in Pakistan: Report

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

According to various global media reports, China is creating Covid-like pathogens in Pakistan that have the potential of causing virus contamination on a scale far higher than Covid.

'Hamara Hind sabse pyara hai'

'Hamara Hind sabse pyara hai'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'We will teach them about our idol Mohammad Sahab and all the great men of other religions as well -- about Shri Ram, Krishna, Yeshu, Bhagwan Mahavir.' 'We want children from the madrasas to become doctors, engineers, scientists, soldiers and walk in the footsteps of Dr A P J Abdul Kalam.' 'That is why we have named the modern madrasas after Dr Kalam.'

'Future of Indian cuisine is in safe hands'

'Future of Indian cuisine is in safe hands'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

'Don't be scared of the people who are trying to make a fool of you, those people who trying to pull you down...it is their insecurities that make them behave the way they do.'

Aug tax mop-up gives boost to govt finances

Aug tax mop-up gives boost to govt finances

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

The Union government's finances witnessed significant improvement in August after a stressful first four months of the current fiscal year. India's gross tax revenue, comprising both direct and indirect taxes, for the first five months of 2023-24 surged 16.5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to Rs 11.8 trillion. During the April-July period, gross tax revenue increased by a mere 2.8 per cent compared to the Budget Estimate of 12.1 per cent growth for FY24.

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Ravi Sinha is described as "highly tech-savvy", and credited with infusing modern technology in the field of intelligence collection.

7 Tips For a Better Personal Loan Deal

7 Tips For a Better Personal Loan Deal

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

It is important to understand how your salary influences your loan amount and implementing these valuable strategies can significantly impact your eligibility for the personal loan you desire, says Kamaljeet Rastogi.

Modi lauds ISRO scientists, says next stop Sun, Venus

Modi lauds ISRO scientists, says next stop Sun, Venus

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

India is now on the Moon and the success of the lunar mission has sounded the bugle for the emergence of a developed nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday as Chandrayaan-3 landed successfully on the lunar surface.

Can You Earn 24% P.A. On Rs 1 Crore?

Can You Earn 24% P.A. On Rs 1 Crore?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

Is it a good idea to give Rs 1 crore to someone who promises you a return of 24% per annum, wonders financial advisor P V Subramanyam.

Markets close on mixed note; Sensex slides, Nifty gains

Markets close on mixed note; Sensex slides, Nifty gains

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Equity benchmark indices ended flat on Wednesday with Sensex sliding 33 points and Nifty gaining 9 points after an unabated record-breaking rally in the last few trading sessions. Weak global market trends and fall in HDFC twins also spoiled markets party. The 30-share BSE Sensex dipped 33.01 points or 0.05 per cent to settle at 65,446.04.

Indian Army showed world enough is enough: Gen Naravane on Galwan standoff

Indian Army showed world enough is enough: Gen Naravane on Galwan standoff

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

It took India and the Indian Army to show to the world that enough is enough and to challenge the neighbourhood bully, he said.

'Rohit Shetty's Copverse has made Cops Heroes'

'Rohit Shetty's Copverse has made Cops Heroes'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

'Indian Police Force encapsulates the same spirit, the essence of scale, the essence of action and that riveted rhythm that Rohit Shetty brings about, but is complete with absolute realism.'

Monsoon session: No-trust debate to be focus of last week

Monsoon session: No-trust debate to be focus of last week

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

At the outset, all eyes will be on the Lok Sabha Secretariat on Monday when it is expected to review the stay granted by the Supreme Court on the conviction of Rahul Gandhi in the 'Modi surname' case and decide on the revocation of his Parliament membership.

Adani firm repays Rs 1,500 cr in comback strategy

Adani firm repays Rs 1,500 cr in comback strategy

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Adani group firm Adani Ports & SEZ paid Rs 1,500 crore loan and promised to repay more as the embattled conglomerate mapped a comeback strategy after a sellout triggered by a damning report by US-based Hindenburg Research. Adani Ports and SEZ paid SBI Mutual Funds' due amount of Rs 1,500 crore on Monday and will also pay another Rs 1,000 crore of commercial papers due in March (as per the payment scheme), a company spokesperson said. "This part prepayment is from the existing cash balance and funds generated from the business operations," the spokesperson said.

Ex-Pak army chief 'wanted me dead': Imran Khan

Ex-Pak army chief 'wanted me dead': Imran Khan

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

Khan had been at loggerheads with Bajwa ever since his ouster from power in April by a no-confidence motion.

India's Big Guns Firing On Capex Front

India's Big Guns Firing On Capex Front

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'Interim Budget has ignited the entrepreneurial spirit.'

Markets pare early gains; Sensex down 142 points at close

Markets pare early gains; Sensex down 142 points at close

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

In the Sensex pack, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Maruti, Larsen & Toubro, HDFC, HDFC Bank, Tech Mahindra and Bharti Airtel were the major laggards. Asian Paints, Bajaj Finserv, Power Grid, Reliance Industries, NTPC and UltraTech Cement were among the gainers.

India's big development plans could force more from homes, fuel tension: research

India's big development plans could force more from homes, fuel tension: research

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

India's development plans, requiring 11 million hectares of land over the next 15 years, is likely to stoke tensions

India makes history as Chandrayaan-3 soft-lands on lunar south pole

India makes history as Chandrayaan-3 soft-lands on lunar south pole

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

In a giant leap for its space programme, India's Moon mission Chandrayaan-3 touched down on the lunar south pole at 6.04 pm on Wednesday, propelling the country to an exclusive club of four and making it the first country to land on the uncharted surface.

New SC plea says Adani probe panel members have conflict of interest

New SC plea says Adani probe panel members have conflict of interest

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

An expert committee, set up by the Supreme Court to probe allegations against the Adani group following a bombshell report from a US short seller, has members with potential conflict of interest, a fresh petition filed in the apex court on Monday said.

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

The US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, quarterly earnings of corporates and domestic macroeconomic data will influence trading in the equity market in a holiday-shortened week ahead, analysts said. Foreign funds' trading activity, monthly automobile sales data and global trends would also guide market movement this week, they added. Markets would remain closed on Monday on account of 'Maharashtra Day'.

Why is India's cotton dream turning sour?

Why is India's cotton dream turning sour?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

A few days back, Atul Ganatra, president of the Cotton Association of India, presented a grim scenario of the crop's prospects in the 2024-25 season that starts in October. Addressing the association's annual general meeting, Ganatra said the area under the crop could go down by at least 10 per cent in the coming season due to falling yields and realisation, leading to farmers losing interest. The fear of a decline in acreage comes against the backdrop of India's cotton production probably falling to its lowest in a decade, according to estimates.

India poised to become export hub for Citroen

India poised to become export hub for Citroen

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

French carmaker Citroen will launch its C3 Aircross Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) in India by October, and is betting big on exports from India to markets like South Africa, ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) and Nepal, a top company executive told Business Standard. Citroen, which sold 6,000 units through Citron C3 and C5 Aircross SUV, is likely to double its sales during the current year, as it has already sold 6,000 units of Citron C3 and eC3 electric vehicles during the first six months. "We are going to start bookings for the C3 Aircross SUV in September and launch it in October. Price will be at the heart of the midsize SUV market," said Saurabh Vatsa, Citroen India branch head.

Estimates cut, no rerating for diagnostic companies

Estimates cut, no rerating for diagnostic companies

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Brokerages have cut their estimates of listed diagnostics players for the financial year 2023-24 (FY24) after mixed December quarter results and muted near-term outlook. Their volumes and realisations will be under pressure due to weakness in Covid-adjusted performance and higher competitive pressures, the brokerages believe. In a post-Q3 results note on Dr Lal Pathlabs, Bhavesh Gandhi of YES Securities pointed out that there has been a lack of volume revival in recent quarters, with an increasing likelihood that FY24 too would be a work-in-progress year for the company's initiatives to bear fruit.

Adani hikes stake in two group companies

Adani hikes stake in two group companies

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Billionaire Gautam Adani-led promoter group has increased stake in two of the group's listed companies, as the ports-to-energy conglomerate continues to work on a claw back strategy after being hit by damaging reports. The promoter group has increased stake in flagship Adani Enterprises to 71.93 per cent from 69.87 per cent, according to stock exchange filings. This is the second time in less than a month that the promoters have raised stake in the flagship firm that incubates new businesses.

Working on target to become $5-10 trillion economy: Modi

Working on target to become $5-10 trillion economy: Modi

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

The government has also set targets for the next 25 years. We are working on the target of becoming a $5-10 trillion economy as well as taking exports to a record high, he said.

Politics of service, not posters and banners, counts: Gadkari

Politics of service, not posters and banners, counts: Gadkari

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday asserted that votes are won on the basis of "politics of service" rather than on "posters and banners".

She Gave The World 20,000 Babies

She Gave The World 20,000 Babies

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

An evening celebrating the best of what medicine has to offer.

Ahead of 2 major deals with India, Pentagon says...

Ahead of 2 major deals with India, Pentagon says...

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

As India and the United States are set to begin negotiations on two transformational deals -- Security of Supply Arrangement (SOSA) and Reciprocal Defence Procurement Agreement (RDP) -- the Pentagon has said that the defence industries of the two nations will come together once the negotiations conclude.

India Could Be Next Whisky Superpower

India Could Be Next Whisky Superpower

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

'Indian single malts have a very specific character.' 'They are sweet when you take a frontal palette approach and change significantly with the addition of water.'

Covid likely came from lab leak in China: Report

Covid likely came from lab leak in China: Report

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

The new report highlights how different parts of the intelligence community have arrived at disparate judgments about the pandemic's origin.

Mizo Voters Signal Change On Horizon

Mizo Voters Signal Change On Horizon

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

For the Mizo people, tribal and family identity are important. But so are jobs, farmers' access to markets, roads, and health facilities for a young population where drugs are a big affliction.

'Budget has not touched upon unemployment at all'

'Budget has not touched upon unemployment at all'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

'One of the biggest employment generators, the MSMEs, have not got much from the government.'

What You Must Know About Animall App

What You Must Know About Animall App

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Neetu Yadav and Kirti Jangra teamed up to create an app that is possibly the platinum standard for apps targeted at Bharat.

Indices pull back but market holds breadth

Indices pull back but market holds breadth

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

The benchmark indices are set to end their five-month gaining streak, but the market breadth continues to hold strong So far this month, stocks gaining have outnumbered those declining, a sign that the bulls still have the upper hand, even as the pullback in the S&P BSE Sensex and the National Stock Exchange Nifty indicates otherwise. On the BSE, 2,126 stocks have advanced and 1,955 have declined in August, translating into an advance/decline ratio (ADR) of 1.1.

We will regain confidence of the US FDA: Dilip Shanghvi

We will regain confidence of the US FDA: Dilip Shanghvi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

'The focus for value creation will be on all business segments.'

Net debt of top 8 listed realty firms dip 43% to Rs 23,000 cr in last 3 yrs: Anarock

Net debt of top 8 listed realty firms dip 43% to Rs 23,000 cr in last 3 yrs: Anarock

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

The net debt of top eight realty firms fell 43 per cent to Rs 23,000 crore last fiscal, from around Rs 40,000 crore in 2019-20, as their cash flow improved on strong housing sales, according to Anarock. Real estate consultant Anarock noted that the unfettered demand for housing across the country has enabled the country's leading large and listed developers to reduce their debt. Anarock analysed financial performances of the top eight developers engaged in the development of residential real estate.