News for 'Development Prospects Group'

Economy continues to gain growth momentum, says OECD

Economy continues to gain growth momentum, says OECD

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development is a grouping of 34 countries.

For CCD's VG Siddhartha, brewing fortunes is second nature

For CCD's VG Siddhartha, brewing fortunes is second nature

Rediff.com10 Feb 2019

Siddhartha's knack for value investment dates back to 1995 when he infused capital in Kshema Technologies, which was acquired by MphasiS. He also took an early exposure in Mindtree way back in 1999. Since 1995, he had invested in more than 15 technology companies including chip-designing firm Ittiam Software, and GlobalEdge Technologies, among others, says Debasis Mohapatra.

Several terror plots foiled due to Indo-US cooperation: WH

Several terror plots foiled due to Indo-US cooperation: WH

Rediff.com8 Jan 2017

Acknowledging that it is clear to all that many terrorist groups operate in Pakistan, he said the US continues to work with the Pakistani government in this regard.

Post sell-off, govt likely to hold around 26% stake in Air India

Post sell-off, govt likely to hold around 26% stake in Air India

Rediff.com12 Jan 2018

Government believes privatisation would increase the airline's efficiency and make it profitable, enriching the value of the remaining stake with it.

Lenders put Kingfisher brands on the block to recover dues

Lenders put Kingfisher brands on the block to recover dues

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

The trademarks/brands on the block include Fly Kingfisher, Flying Models, Funliner, Fly the Good Times, Kingfisher and Flying Bird Device.

Bill Scotting to be ArcelorMittal Mining CEO

Bill Scotting to be ArcelorMittal Mining CEO

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

Global steel giant ArcelorMittal on Friday said its executive vice president, member of the management committee and head of strategy, Bill Scotting will be the new chief executive of ArcelorMittal Mining.

Football: 'Aguero out for up to 10 days due to quarantine'

Football: 'Aguero out for up to 10 days due to quarantine'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

News that transpired on and off the football field.

Centre drops plan for airport privatisation

Centre drops plan for airport privatisation

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

A ministry spokesperson said he wasn't aware of the development.

Indian markets are 'fully valued' at current levels

Indian markets are 'fully valued' at current levels

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

It's the beginning of a rate reduction cycle

Did JRD think Patel would have been a better PM than Nehru?

Did JRD think Patel would have been a better PM than Nehru?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

'Nehru once told JRD, "I hate the mention of the very word profit".' '"Jawaharlal, I am talking about the need of the public sector making a profit!" JRD replied.' 'Nehru reiterated, "Never talk to me about the word profit, it is a dirty word".' A fascinating excerpt from Shashank Shah's The Tata Group: From Torchbearers To Trailblazers.

5 long-awaited motorcycles at 2016 Auto Expo

5 long-awaited motorcycles at 2016 Auto Expo

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

The perfect platform to grab attention and engage with prospective customers, the 2016 Auto Expo will see over 100 exhibitors displaying some very interesting products. However, our eyes at MotorBeam are keen on some highly awaited launches that will be redefining products for their respective manufacturers.

Realtors reducing land banks

Realtors reducing land banks

Rediff.com8 May 2014

Shift to new business model to help companies cut capital cost, increase margins.

A teacher like no one else

A teacher like no one else

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

Anjuli Bhargava discovers Brand Abha Adams.

Xi meets Khan, hopes to improve Indo-Pak ties

Xi meets Khan, hopes to improve Indo-Pak ties

Rediff.com28 Apr 2019

Both leaders also exchanged views on the situations in South Asia, an official Chinese statement said about the meeting between Xi and Khan.

Despite spike in aluminium demand, China still a threat for India

Despite spike in aluminium demand, China still a threat for India

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Chinese alumina refining and metal smelting technologies have emerged as a match for the best anywhere in the world. In fact, Vedanta and Hindalco have bought technologies from China. Our aluminium makers will be haunted by twin fears of rising imports and low metal prices squeezing margins over a long time.

JSW shelves plans to buy IPL franchise RCB

JSW shelves plans to buy IPL franchise RCB

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

- I think it's a 'No' at this point of time, purely based on the whole negative aura that has been generated

Cyrus Mistry's mantra for success

Cyrus Mistry's mantra for success

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

He wants his companies to have speed and agility to adapt to turbulent times

INS Kalvari a toothless shark?

INS Kalvari a toothless shark?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

The Scorpene submarine does not have enough firepower; it will share 64 obsolescent SUT torpedoes till the Indian Navy is supplied with 100 heavyweight torpedoes -- a process that could take more than two years to complete

New loans may become hard to get

New loans may become hard to get

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Due to the prevailing uncertainty, the risk of loans going bad has certainly increased. This may result in lenders following risk-based pricing more diligently, notes Naveen Kukreja, CEO, Paisabazaar.com

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Have you been asking yourself this question? Then these 8 tips are meant for you.

Why Indians should worry about Brexit

Why Indians should worry about Brexit

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

Flight of high-paying banking jobs to other European cities will hurt the prospects of Indian real estate developers and desis in the hospitality business in the UK, says Kunal Bose.

M&M sells Rs 500-cr worth 50-yr bonds

M&M sells Rs 500-cr worth 50-yr bonds

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

This make it the first domestic firm to sell such a long-tenure rupee debt instrument.

Start-up tips: 6 smart ways students can make money

Start-up tips: 6 smart ways students can make money

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

From teaching to YouTube, these ideas will help students chase their dreams early on.

Indian economy poised to grow 5.7% this year: OECD

Indian economy poised to grow 5.7% this year: OECD

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

In its latest interim Economic Assessment report released today, OECD said a moderate expansion is under way in most major advanced and emerging economies.

After Telangana, demand for Vidarbha gains steam

After Telangana, demand for Vidarbha gains steam

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

With the United Progressive Alliance government likely to announce a separate Telangana state on Tuesday, the call for carving out Vidarbha state out of Maharashtra has started gaining heat.

Narendra Modi backtracks on pro-business land bill

Narendra Modi backtracks on pro-business land bill

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

This is another blow to Modi's ambitious economic reform agenda that has been stalled by a logjam in parliament

Haldia Petrochem set to reopen, lenders to infuse funds

Haldia Petrochem set to reopen, lenders to infuse funds

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

According to a source, banks have decided to infuse funds after Purnendu Chatterjee, chairman of The Chatterjee Group, agreed to invest Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) as margin amount into the ailing plant.

Adani loses key customer for Carmichael mine in Australia

Adani loses key customer for Carmichael mine in Australia

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

Adani's Carmichael project has been stuck in the approvals process for the past five years.

Taliban's J&K statement has grave implications for India's security

Taliban's J&K statement has grave implications for India's security

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

All things taken into consideration, the Taliban statement on Kashmir portends trouble ahead. The Taliban is notorious for doublespeak and when it says there is no link between the Kashmir issue and the Afghan settlement, the opposite must be taken into account as well, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Slowdown in emerging markets to hit global growth: OECD

Slowdown in emerging markets to hit global growth: OECD

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

Growth has slowed in some of the large emerging economies, its interim economic assessment report added. "One factor has been a rise in global bond yields -- triggered in part by an expected scaling back of the US Federal Reserve's quantitative easing -- which has fuelled market instability and capital outflows in a number of major emerging economies, such as India and Indonesia.

Biz leaders echo Modi's view on growth triggers

Biz leaders echo Modi's view on growth triggers

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will push for stepping up global cooperation against the key issue of cross border tax avoidance and evasion at the G20 summit

India-US Roller Coaster Reaches New High

India-US Roller Coaster Reaches New High

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

'Many said his visit was very risky. But mercifully, Air Force One has taken off from Delhi without Mr Trump stepping on anybody's toes,' notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

How Bollywood's writers are fighting back

How Bollywood's writers are fighting back

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

'The writer remains the most creative force in the process.' 'Producers need to be inventive in how they reward good writing.'

India's best-known footballer on why ISL and I-League should not merge

India's best-known footballer on why ISL and I-League should not merge

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Former India football captain Bhaichung Bhutia said on Tuesday that a merger of the newly floated Indian Super League (ISL) and the long-running I-League is neither going to happen nor is it advisable.

Football Focus: Sarri baffled by Juve's ups and downs

Football Focus: Sarri baffled by Juve's ups and downs

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

USL's Rs 1,300-cr dues to be a drag on Diageo

USL's Rs 1,300-cr dues to be a drag on Diageo

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

According to data reviewed by Business Standard, the dues from UB Holdings alone to USL shot up by 4.3 times to Rs 1,188 crore (Rs 11.88 billion) by the end of the last financial year, compared to an outstanding of Rs 272 crore (Rs 2.72 billion) by the end of FY12.

Blocked in China, Twitter still courts Chinese firms for ads

Blocked in China, Twitter still courts Chinese firms for ads

Rediff.com26 May 2015

It already works with Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi, online shopping giant Alibaba Group , white goods producer Qingdao Haier and flag carrier Air China to target customers abroad.

Dancing for a Dream

Dancing for a Dream

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Mumbai's break dancers pin their hopes on their passion to dance to get out of city's ghettos.

Is presence of US cos attracting terrorists to B'lore?

Is presence of US cos attracting terrorists to B'lore?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

The presence of top American companies like Microsoft, Cisco and McKinsey in Bengaluru seem to be motivating terror groups to repeatedly target the IT city as it gives them instant publicity globally and acts to thwart foreign investment there.

Govt eases green laws to please industry

Govt eases green laws to please industry

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

The Narendra Modi-led government has issued around 50 fresh guidelines easing conditions for industry in about six months, beside launching an online system for applying environment clearances.