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Rupee may depreciate to 84.5 against US dollar by end of December

Rupee may depreciate to 84.5 against US dollar by end of December

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The Indian rupee is likely to depreciate further against the US dollar through the end of 2024. This is due to the continued strengthening of the greenback, combined with the weakening of the Chinese yuan, which is expected to keep pressure on the Indian currency.

UP court orders magisterial probe into Mukhtar Ansari's death

UP court orders magisterial probe into Mukhtar Ansari's death

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Banda chief judicial magistrate Bhagwan Das Gupta appointed Garima Singh, additional chief judicial magistrate (MP-MLA Court Banda) as the investigating officer in the case, the official said.

3 Bangladeshi tourists dead as houseboat catches fire in Dal Lake

3 Bangladeshi tourists dead as houseboat catches fire in Dal Lake

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Three tourists from Bangladesh were charred to death in a major blaze in a houseboat on the famous Dal Lake on Saturday, officials in Srinagar said.

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

Jharkhand records 66.18% voter turnout; no Maoist attack reported

Jharkhand records 66.18% voter turnout; no Maoist attack reported

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Nearly 13.04 per cent voter turnout was recorded till 9 am on Wednesday in 43 assembly constituencies in Jharkhand where voting is underway in the first phase, officials said.

PIX: Sayani Gupta, Mahie Gill's day out

PIX: Sayani Gupta, Mahie Gill's day out

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

A day in Bollywood's life.

Saina, Kashyap ruled out of South Asian Games

Saina, Kashyap ruled out of South Asian Games

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Indian badminton star and Olympic bronze medallist Saina Nehwal was Thursday ruled out along withParupalli Kashyap from the 12th South Asian Games due to injury concerns, the Badminton Association of India (BAI) informed the local organisers in Shillong. "We've received a communication from BAI stating that the entire badminton squad except for Saina and Kashyap is arriving on Friday afternoon," SAG (Shillong) joint CEO FR Kharkongor told PTI. Saina and Kashyap are two of the top badminton athletes for the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio. Jwala Gutta has been confirmed as the captain of the Indian team by BAI President Akhilesh Das Gupta.

'Nam yaad rakhna,' Tendulkar lauds Namibia

'Nam yaad rakhna,' Tendulkar lauds Namibia

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

Sachin Tendulkar lauded the Namibia cricket team

What does merger with LVB mean for DBS Bank chief Piyush Gupta?

What does merger with LVB mean for DBS Bank chief Piyush Gupta?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

While Gupta, 60, can rightfully bask in the glory he has achieved for his bank in the subcontinent, his peers in foreign banks will have to revisit their India play, especially the local incorporation model, says Raghu Mohan.

Court to hear IT case against Subrata Roy, others on July 14

Court to hear IT case against Subrata Roy, others on July 14

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

The court will hear Sahara case on July 14.

Farhan-Shibani-Anusha Play Holi

Farhan-Shibani-Anusha Play Holi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Like every year, Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar hosted a Holi party at their Mumbai home, Janki Kutir, and invited family and friends over.

World Jr Chess: Harshit Pawar shocks top seed USA's Mishra

World Jr Chess: Harshit Pawar shocks top seed USA's Mishra

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

The event that was inaugurated by five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand will have 11 rounds before the best player in the under-20 category can be determined in both sections.

Court to hear IT case against Subrata Roy, others on June 1

Court to hear IT case against Subrata Roy, others on June 1

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Delhi court to hear Subrata Roy's IT case on June 1.

'Our aim is to encourage global companies to shift to India from China'

'Our aim is to encourage global companies to shift to India from China'

Rediff.com29 May 2023

'I was in the US, where I met top executives of HP and Dell, and they are very keen to come to India.' 'Acer and ASUS have also evinced interest.'

Will BB3 Join Bollywood's Top 10 Horror Comedies?

Will BB3 Join Bollywood's Top 10 Horror Comedies?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

This year, the genre has done especially well, with films like Stree 2 and Munjya. Will Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 keep up the momentum?

Shriya, Sonakshi Party With Sobhita

Shriya, Sonakshi Party With Sobhita

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

After announcing 69 assorted Web series and movies, Amazon Prime Video rolled out the red carpet for the stars who will feature in them.

Grab A Thrill Pill On OTT This Week

Grab A Thrill Pill On OTT This Week

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Troubled twins, dangerous cults, portent dreams, telepathic kids, World War III, yakuza clans... Sukanya Verma lists the many options on OTT this week.

More than 50% healthcare workers feel workplace unsafe: Study

More than 50% healthcare workers feel workplace unsafe: Study

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

The cross-sectional survey was conducted among 1,566 healthcare workers from diverse medical institutions across India using a pre-tested, self-administered online questionnaire, which assessed various dimensions of workplace safety.

RBI seen warming up for a neutral shift in stance

RBI seen warming up for a neutral shift in stance

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

With concern on food inflation ebbing with the monsoon progressing well, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is warming up to the idea of a change in stance to "neutral" from "withdrawal of accommodation", according to economists. In his speech on Thursday during the annual event of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry-Indian Banks' Association, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said: "The balance between inflation and growth is well-poised."

Maruti chairman lists factors that will boost growth despite analyst concerns

Maruti chairman lists factors that will boost growth despite analyst concerns

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

Shares of Maruti Suzuki tanked over 5 percent last week on concerns related to its plant in Gujrat. However, its chairman says, company will deliver good results in ensung quarters.

Shanaya's Bold And Beautiful Look

Shanaya's Bold And Beautiful Look

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

It's been a busy Thursday, as film folk went about doing their jobs, not forgetting to add that touch of glamour.

Battle of wits in Duleep final

Battle of wits in Duleep final

Rediff.com11 Nov 2005

The experienced West Zone team will take on a relatively young East Zone in the Duleep Trophy final starting on Saturday

Why Maruti, Tata Motors, TVS fear Bajaj now

Why Maruti, Tata Motors, TVS fear Bajaj now

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Opposition to the idea of quadricycles is a story of sour grapes, says Rajiv Bajaj.

How India became a high-priority market for PepsiCo

How India became a high-priority market for PepsiCo

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

PepsiCo is trying to dislodge Coca-Cola in drinks, though the gap is still large.

Our relationship with Renault-Nissan is an open book: Rajiv Bajaj

Our relationship with Renault-Nissan is an open book: Rajiv Bajaj

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Rajiv Bajaj talks about his de-risking strategy, as well as his company's much-speculated relationship with Renault-Nissan

We Haven't Seen This In 39 Years!

We Haven't Seen This In 39 Years!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Dr T V Somanathan is the first finance secretary to be appointed Cabinet secretary since 1985. His appointment at this juncture seems to carry much meaning for the forthcoming trajectory of reforms and restructuring of India's steel frame.

India's badminton protest rejected for lack of evidence

India's badminton protest rejected for lack of evidence

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

India's appeal against the result of a Group B match between Japan and Chinese Taipei in the Olympics women's doubles badminton competition, which they alleged was not played in the right spirit and resulted in the elimination of the Indian pair, was turned down on Wednesday. Badminton Association Of India president Akhilesh Das Gupta said the formal protest was rejected because of lack of evidence.

For the first time Tihar jail has many biz execs!

For the first time Tihar jail has many biz execs!

Rediff.com30 May 2011

There's an undercurrent of fear in business circles these days

India to host Thomas, Uber Cup finals in 2014

India to host Thomas, Uber Cup finals in 2014

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

For the first time India will play host to the final rounds of the prestigious Thomas and Uber Cup championship next year after the Badminton World Federation (BWF) officially awarded the hosting rights to the country.

Car sales have taken a back seat, tough year ahead: Maruti

Car sales have taken a back seat, tough year ahead: Maruti

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

The main problem is that the consumer's purchasing power has been eroded, say RC Bhargava, Maruti's chairman.

'Aggressive lions' lack basic essence of original emblem: Historians

'Aggressive lions' lack basic essence of original emblem: Historians

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

Animated or aggressive? Debate over the emblem atop the new Parliament building rages with several historians dismayed that the essence of the original 'protective' Ashokan lions has been effaced while others say the differences are minuscule and no two pieces of art can be identical.

BAI announces 50 lakh cash reward for Sindhu

BAI announces 50 lakh cash reward for Sindhu

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Badminton Association of India (BAI) President Dr. Akhilesh Das Gupta announced a reward of Rs. 50 lakhs for P V Sindhu after she settled for a historic silver medal at the Rio Olympics. BAI also announced a reward of Rs. 10 lakhs for Dronacharya awardee coach Pullella Gopichand who trained Sindhu to achieve this feat. The World No. 10 lost to Spain's Carolina Marin by 21-19, 12-21, 15-21 in the thrilling final match held at Riocentro. This is India's first silver Medal in Badminton.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

A summary of Friday's action in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

Sindhu shocks London Olympics gold medallist Xuerui

Sindhu shocks London Olympics gold medallist Xuerui

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

Rising Indian shuttler P V Sindhu continued her giant-killing run in the Li Ning China Masters Super Series, shocking London Olympics gold medallist Li Xuerui of China, to storm into the women's singles semi-finals on Friday.

Champions Trophy: Sending Team To Pakistan Would Be Dangerous

Champions Trophy: Sending Team To Pakistan Would Be Dangerous

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Even a whiff of an incident like the violent 1989 shirt-ripping attack on Krishnamachari Srikkanth by a Karachi spectator would be ruinous. It would set back the ties further, derail an ongoing tournament, and harden Indian attitudes on playing Pakistan anywhere at all, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Apple boost helps India double smartphone exports; shipments hit $11.1 bn

Apple boost helps India double smartphone exports; shipments hit $11.1 bn

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

India doubled its exports of smartphones to $11.1 billion (about Rs 91,000 crore) in 2022-23 (FY23) over the previous year's figure of $5.48 billion (Rs 45,000 crore), thanks largely to the Apple juggernaut, according to data from the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA). Union Minister for Communications, Electronics & IT Ashwini Vaishnaw said: "With the doubling of exports of smartphones to over Rs 90,000 crore, India is well on its way to becoming a leader in the global mobile device market." On the flip side, despite the government prodding Chinese companies to export more, their smartphone shipments fell steeply by 26 per cent from $214 million in FY22 to $157 million in FY23.

Coca-Cola focuses on changing habits

Coca-Cola focuses on changing habits

Rediff.com8 Aug 2011

Coca-Cola India's volume growth in the second quarter slowed partly because of an increase in prices and also due to a mild summer.

'Full-service airline costs are double of ours'

'Full-service airline costs are double of ours'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2009

The Indian aviation industry, which accounts for 2 per cent of the global aviation industry, suffered losses of Rs 10,000 crore (Rs 100 billion) in 2008-09. The industry is, however, now looking up, feels SpiceJet chief executive officer Sanjay Agarwal.

After CEO, Sony TV loses business head, others

After CEO, Sony TV loses business head, others

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

On February 18, CEO Kunal Das Gupta had put in his papers. Company sources say around a dozen senior executives also resigned with Almeida on Thursday. Based on viewership ratings, Sony TV is currently a distant fourth in the rankings of entertainment channels, behind Star Plus, Colors, and Zee TV.

How long will Vodafone take to become No.1?

How long will Vodafone take to become No.1?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2009

The Indian mobile market has been witnessing a rate war with the entry of new players