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Market crash shaves 36% off Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's holdings in 3 months

Market crash shaves 36% off Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's holdings in 3 months

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Titan, NCC, Delta Corp, Karur Vysya Bank, Aptech, and Jubilant Life Sciences are among stocks in Jhunjhunwala's portfolio that have taken a severe hit, falling more than 50 per cent during the period.

ASK AJIT: 'Lost Rs 20 lakhs in market crash. Any safe bets now?'

ASK AJIT: 'Lost Rs 20 lakhs in market crash. Any safe bets now?'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

Ajit Mishra answers reader queries on the stock market.

Why Air Indias' privatisation sailed & BPCL's is dragging on

Why Air Indias' privatisation sailed & BPCL's is dragging on

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

Changing tracks helps. But, not taking the beaten path isn't always helpful. This is the story of two of India's biggest privatisations - Air India and Bharat Petroleum (BPCL). Nearly two decades after the last privatisation, a landmark divestment concluded this year when the loss-making national carrier Air India was sold to the Tatas.

Auto Expo 2014: Two days; 24 premium bikes!

Auto Expo 2014: Two days; 24 premium bikes!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Auto firms bet big on premium bikes

Top 7 Aam Aadmi bikes launched in 2014!

Top 7 Aam Aadmi bikes launched in 2014!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

These commuter bikes, or Aam Aadmi bikes as they are called because of their affordable pricing, were all the rage in 2014.

More PSUs likely to be sold soon

More PSUs likely to be sold soon

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

Centre might move swiftly on its next round of strategic sales in CPSEs

Google, Dish Network test TV search service

Google, Dish Network test TV search service

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

Internet search engine giant Google is testing a new TV-programming search service with satellite television operator Dish Network Corp, a move that would allow users to find content from television and the web.

Nissan to recall 908,900 vehicles globally for accelerator sensor flaw

Nissan to recall 908,900 vehicles globally for accelerator sensor flaw

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

The affected vehicles were produced in Japan between 2004 and 2013.

'Ever Given's Indian crew won't be punished'

'Ever Given's Indian crew won't be punished'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

'The Ever Given, which had 200,000 tonnes of cargo, was too long for the Suez Canal.'

2018's top 5 fuel efficient 150-160cc bikes

2018's top 5 fuel efficient 150-160cc bikes

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

The 150cc bike segment in the country is witnessing commendable growth every passing day.

Mahindra & Mahindra inks JV with US-based Navistar

Mahindra & Mahindra inks JV with US-based Navistar

Rediff.com2 Nov 2007

Navistar International Corporation through its subsidiary International Truck and Engine Corporation signed a joint venture agreement with the company to manufacture diesel engines for medium and heavy commercial trucks and buses in India, M&M said in a communique to the Bombay Stock Exchange. The joint venture, to be named Mahindra International Engines Ltd, would be owned 51 per cent by the Mahindras and 49 per cent by Navistar, the company added.

Why you will have to wait for Honda's CX-01

Why you will have to wait for Honda's CX-01

Rediff.com6 May 2014

Delhi-based Honda is increasing its focus on the entry level segment. So much so that it has put the potential launch of a big engine premium concept bike, the CX-01, on the back burner.

Why Satya Nadella is good choice as Microsoft CEO

Why Satya Nadella is good choice as Microsoft CEO

Rediff.com1 Feb 2014

If Nadella wins the day, as expected, it will be for his innovative work on Microsoft's growing server and tools business, which provides online computing and storage for companies, said a source briefed on the search process.

Don't Delay Appointing Service Chiefs!

Don't Delay Appointing Service Chiefs!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

If the government of the day would like to set in place a smooth and well-planned changeover and facilitate the incoming chief to chalk out his action plan well in advance, the announcement of a successor needs to be done early, observes Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

Suzuki Motor charges up for EVs, spells out strategy for the first time

Suzuki Motor charges up for EVs, spells out strategy for the first time

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

Recently, Suzuki Motor Corp (SMC) in an investor presentation expressed strong intent to enter the electric vehicle (EV) space. This is part of a larger strategy the Hamamatsu-based firm has drawn up in developing electrification of technologies as it seeks to achieve carbon neutrality. The significance of this presentation is that it marked the first time that the Japanese carmaker spelt out its EV strategy with well-defined timelines. SMC plans to develop electrification technologies by 2025, fully implement them in products from the same year, and make a full-scale quantitative increase from 2030.

LAC Stand-Off: How India will counter PLA's tanks

LAC Stand-Off: How India will counter PLA's tanks

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

DRDO plans to build a tank for use in the mountains and in the jungles.

'The boys were so fired up to fight the enemy'

'The boys were so fired up to fight the enemy'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

'One of the bullets grazed General Sagat's hand and one injured Flying Officer Sidhu in the leg.' 'The helicopter was quickly flown back to Agartala and after landing they found that the aircraft had been peppered with 38 bullet holes!'

How Microsoft plans to battle Google: The secret is out!

How Microsoft plans to battle Google: The secret is out!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

The long-running rivalry between Microsoft Corp and Google Inc is turning into a schoolyard brawl.

Can Ola disrupt India's e-scooter market?

Can Ola disrupt India's e-scooter market?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2021

As a tech services company, Ola has never been in hardcore manufacturing. And unlike in ride hailing, which is a two-player market (Uber is the only other competitor), in two-wheelers it faces many entrenched players. But most of all, rivals say Ola's targets are out of sync with most, even ambitious, projections.

Innovator Design Challenge India

Innovator Design Challenge India

Rediff.com22 Aug 2008

Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announces the PSoC(R) Innovator Design Challenge India, a multi-discipline design contest open to engineering students in India.

North Korea agrees to shut missile site, says Moon

North Korea agrees to shut missile site, says Moon

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

Kim said that his meeting with Moon would serve as a "historic chance" for the Korean people, who want to see the strengthening of inter-Korean relations.

Two-wheeler makers plan diesel, hybrid bikes

Two-wheeler makers plan diesel, hybrid bikes

Rediff.com6 Jul 2012

Amid rising petrol prices, two-wheeler makers such as Mahindra & Mahindra, TVS Motors, Hero MotoCorp and Bajaj Auto are stepping up research to develop engines run on diesel or other fuels.

Workers of Hero unite, Gurgaon output to take a hit

Workers of Hero unite, Gurgaon output to take a hit

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Representatives of employees at the Gurgaon facility on Wednesday said workers would stop cooperating with engineers and supervisors from Thursday.

Jet lenders give third extension for EoI to Aug 31

Jet lenders give third extension for EoI to Aug 31

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

After the August 10 deadline, South American conglomerate Synergy Group Corp reportedly evinced interest in the airline, forcing the RP to seek lenders' nod to extend the deadline to August 31. The Synergy Group owns a majority in Colombian carrier Avianca Holdings, which has a codeshare partnership with the state-run Air India.

'Talent is everywhere and relevant to a nation's success'

'Talent is everywhere and relevant to a nation's success'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

'Everybody says 5G and communication is important.' 'Everybody says automation, robotics, human computing interfaces -- people and machines working together -- is the future.' 'Everybody agrees that cybersecurity is something that is here to stay.' 'Everybody agrees that synthetic biology is important.' 'Instead of outlining thinking about industries for tomorrow and the future, let the evolutionary pathway be built in a way that it promotes robust, creative, thinking.'

Honda launches its cheapest two-wheeler

Honda launches its cheapest two-wheeler

Rediff.com18 Apr 2013

At Rs 43,150, Dream Neo hopes to create deep inroads into the Indian commuter segment.

GM India launches limited edition of Aveo

GM India launches limited edition of Aveo

Rediff.com1 Nov 2007

The limited edition Aveo comes at a premium of Rs 54,000 over the existing base price of Rs 5.95 lakh. The new variant would be powered by a 1.4 litre petrol engine and has been introduced to commemorate GM Corp's centenary celebrations, GM India said in a statement.

No woman director in 56 NSE-listed companies

No woman director in 56 NSE-listed companies

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

All listed firms were required to have at least one woman director on their boards from April 1, 2015, as per a Sebi directive.

Suzuki Motor stake in Maruti Suzuki rises to 56.21%

Suzuki Motor stake in Maruti Suzuki rises to 56.21%

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

In a filing to the BSE on Monday, Maruti Suzuki India said Suzuki Motor Corporation's stake in MSI has increased to 56.2 per cent from 54.2 per cent due to a share swap agreement with the domestic car market leader to acquire Suzuki Powertrain India Ltd.

Corruption case: Maj Gen under the scanner

Corruption case: Maj Gen under the scanner

Rediff.com30 Aug 2012

The Army has been hit by yet another corruption case with a Major General coming under the scanner for alleged financial irregularities during his stint at the Udhampur-based Northern Command.

Micro-tunnelling comes to Mumbai

Micro-tunnelling comes to Mumbai

Rediff.com14 Dec 2005

China gets nod for dam on Brahmaputra as 14th 5-year plan is cleared

China gets nod for dam on Brahmaputra as 14th 5-year plan is cleared

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

China's parliament on Thursday adopted the 14th Five-Year Plan, the mega blueprint containing billions of dollars worth of projects, including the controversial hydropower project on the Brahmaputra river in Tibet close to the Arunachal Pradesh border over which India has raised concerns.

Suzuki patriarch steps down from CEO post as mileage test storm grows

Suzuki patriarch steps down from CEO post as mileage test storm grows

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Suzuki patriarch steps down from CEO post as mileage test storm grows.

Inquiry ordered into army officer's suicide

Inquiry ordered into army officer's suicide

Rediff.com17 Jun 2006

Lt Sushmita shot herself at her posting in Udhampur.

Xi's mega projects: Should India worry?

Xi's mega projects: Should India worry?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

After the Ladakh fiasco where Xi Jinping did not expect the Indian Army to resist his land-grabbing tactics, he has to save face before his colleagues in the Communist party.' To bring the threat of a mega-dam to the northern Indian border is a clever move, observes Claude Arpi.

'Is it good to hold stock SIPs for long?'

'Is it good to hold stock SIPs for long?'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

At a Glance: Jio's stake sale

At a Glance: Jio's stake sale

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Jio Platforms is expected to use its 388 million mobile phone subscribers as the cornerstone of an e-commerce and digital services business to rival Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart.

Auto Expo Day 1: Metals stole the march over Bollywood and cricketers

Auto Expo Day 1: Metals stole the march over Bollywood and cricketers

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhat all turned up at the 13th edition of the gala car fair.

Maruti plans Rs 3,271 cr investment

Maruti plans Rs 3,271 cr investment

Rediff.com6 Apr 2005

Maruti Udyog Ltd on Wednesday said it would invest a total of Rs 3,271.9 crore (Rs 32.71 billion) for a new car manufacturing plant

US must give 'infinite' H-1B visas: Bill Gates

US must give 'infinite' H-1B visas: Bill Gates

Rediff.com8 Mar 2007

Slamming American immigration policies, Microsoft boss Bill Gates has said the US was shutting the door on the best and the brightest at a time when the country needed it the most.