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FMC bars NSEL, group cos from commodity auctions

FMC bars NSEL, group cos from commodity auctions

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

The FMC on Thursday barred the National Spot Exchange and group firms from auctions of commodities held by the bourse after a complaint that firms related to the former managing director took part in the bidding process.

How to beat bladder blues during pregnancy

How to beat bladder blues during pregnancy

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

The arrival of your baby releases all the added pressure from your bladder along with the frequent urge to pee. But your body still requires time to recuperate.

King of good times just refused to grow up

King of good times just refused to grow up

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

'As he goes down, he will almost certainly drag a few others down with him.' 'Once the mutual mudslinging has died down, collateral damage will probably include more bankers than politicians, given the nature of how things work in India,' says T N Ninan.

Apollo's Sangita Reddy: We are on track to a Rs 450 crore turnover

Apollo's Sangita Reddy: We are on track to a Rs 450 crore turnover

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

Apollo Hospitals group is open to investing in health care start-ups says its director Sangita Reddy.

Ice cream players ready to beat the heat

Ice cream players ready to beat the heat

Rediff.com6 May 2015

Nearly 40% of the annual sales happen during April to June.

RBI-govt tussles are not new

RBI-govt tussles are not new

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan recalls a tussle between the government and RBI when Rajiv Gandhi was prime minister and how it was resolved.

PIX: Bipasha, Karan holiday in Bali

PIX: Bipasha, Karan holiday in Bali

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities:

India Inc revenue likely to grow 5-6% in Q1

India Inc revenue likely to grow 5-6% in Q1

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

Revenues of Indian companies, excluding those engaged in banking and oil, are expected to grow marginally at 5-6 per cent in the first quarter of this fiscal.

The 'cook' who bagged a Rs 26 cr mining license

The 'cook' who bagged a Rs 26 cr mining license

Rediff.com10 Jun 2017

At the time of bidding, Amit Bahadur had Rs 4,840 in his bank account.

Promoters of over 500 companies pledged 46% shares

Promoters of over 500 companies pledged 46% shares

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

Promoters of 517 companies have pledged nearly 46.35 per cent of their shares, the highest since the 2008 global financial crisis.

How Bihar failed its children

How Bihar failed its children

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

An entirely preventable disease claimed the life of 173 children -- thanks to state apathy.

Rate cut by RBI expected despite monsoon uncertainties

Rate cut by RBI expected despite monsoon uncertainties

Rediff.com29 May 2015

The repo rate could be reduced by 50 bps in the current year.

'Calling Pawar anti-national a negative vote for BJP'

'Calling Pawar anti-national a negative vote for BJP'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

'Modi underestimated Pawar.'

ED attaches Rs 100 crore assets in NSEL case

ED attaches Rs 100 crore assets in NSEL case

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

The agency's latest action, under Prevention of Money Laundering laws, had been taken against the borrower company and its two group companies, which owe the investors Rs 922 crore (Rs 9.22 billion), sources said.

Cola brands get a health scare

Cola brands get a health scare

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Giants like Pepsi and Coke are fast losing shelf-space to healthier, functional options.

Yoga Day: Mamata, Kumaraswamy, Kejriwal skip events

Yoga Day: Mamata, Kumaraswamy, Kejriwal skip events

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Kejriwal, who had joined International Yoga Day participants last year along with Lt Governor Anil Baijal and the then Union minister and now Vice President Venkaiah Naidu, was found having high blood sugar following his nine-day, arduous sit-in at the Lieutenant Governor's office.

Indian designer Ruchika Sachdeva wins coveted Woolmark Prize

Indian designer Ruchika Sachdeva wins coveted Woolmark Prize

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Ruchika Sachdeva's Bodice was representing India, Pakistan and the Middle East!

S P Balasubrahmanyam's TOP 50 Songs

S P Balasubrahmanyam's TOP 50 Songs

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Siva Sankar looks at S P Balasubrahmanyam's fantastic repertoire.

Medha Patkar, others on hunger strike in MP removed from protest site

Medha Patkar, others on hunger strike in MP removed from protest site

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

All of them, including Patkar, were taken to hospitals by the administration, police said.

Fadnavis takes oath as Maha CM; Ajit Pawar his deputy

Fadnavis takes oath as Maha CM; Ajit Pawar his deputy

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

The move came at a time when deliberations between the Congress, the NCP and the Shiv Sena seemingly reached the final stage on Friday.

The march of the millennial food brands

The march of the millennial food brands

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

Start-ups line up food street with new-age menu.

COVID-19: From 25 to 0; How the Sangli battle was won

COVID-19: From 25 to 0; How the Sangli battle was won

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

'If you look at the deaths that are occurring across the state or country, I think out of these 25 not even one required ICU care. That's what we are proud of.'

PHOTOS: Hollywood descends upon Vegas for royal megabout

PHOTOS: Hollywood descends upon Vegas for royal megabout

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Floyd Mayweather Jr. preserved his unbeaten record as a professional with a unanimous decision victory over Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines in their welterweight mega bout at theMGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday.

'A film is like a one-night stand'

'A film is like a one-night stand'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

'I'm a rascal, I'm going to play a paramahansa?!'

4 brands that hit Rs 100-crore mark in record time

4 brands that hit Rs 100-crore mark in record time

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

Bubbly is the latest in a string of brands that are touching the three-digit mark quickly.

How Ronald Ross discovered malaria-mosquito link

How Ronald Ross discovered malaria-mosquito link

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

'This proved that whatever was growing in the mosquito's gut was a parasite -- it was almost certainly the malarial parasite.'

Coca-Cola's ambitious future plans

Coca-Cola's ambitious future plans

Rediff.com2 May 2017

The firm has set its eyes on emerging categories such as juices and plans to develop a stronger total portfolio, participating across multiple categories.

Will bizman brother be Mayawati's successor?

Will bizman brother be Mayawati's successor?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Meet Anand Kumar, a government clerk who transformed into a real estate and hospitality baron.

Revenue growth seen at 6-7% in Q2: Crisil

Revenue growth seen at 6-7% in Q2: Crisil

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

According to the report, export-oriented sectors like IT services, pharmaceuticals and textiles will, in aggregate, report EBITDA margin expansion of nearly 100 bps, while margin is likely to decline by about 50 bps for other sectors during this period.

Cracking India's coconut puzzle

Cracking India's coconut puzzle

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Value addition is one of the chief requirements for coconut to become a commercially lucrative crop. Surinder Sud reports.

Soft drinks, power among high water-guzzling industries

Soft drinks, power among high water-guzzling industries

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Power sector accounts for 70% of total industrial water use; steel, paper also make it to the list.

Meet Analjit Singh's 'hand-brake'

Meet Analjit Singh's 'hand-brake'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

'The smartest businessmen are shopkeepers as their return on investment is better than anyone else.'

Falling rupee to hurt India Inc badly

Falling rupee to hurt India Inc badly

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

Dollar debt and higher import cost might impact earnings by up to 30%.

What Naipaul understood and Vajpayee didn't

What Naipaul understood and Vajpayee didn't

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

In any institution that has a passionate ideology, the moderate is always vulnerable to the person who is more extreme, because that is what the supporters want.

Are higher taxes responsible for India's economic slowdown?

Are higher taxes responsible for India's economic slowdown?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

The combined share of customs and excise duties, service tax, and value-added tax in India's gross domestic product reached an all-time high of 10.5%.

Desi among 12 NASA astronauts chosen from 18,300

Desi among 12 NASA astronauts chosen from 18,300

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Lt Col Raja "Grinder" Chari, 39 is in the batch of 2017.

'No matter how many governments change, laws against women never change'

'No matter how many governments change, laws against women never change'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

'As a woman, we need to give right the upbringing to our sons, to respect, protect and help the weaker sex instead of bullying them. We should start doing this too, not just blame men. The judiciary needs to bring in some changes, so that people start fearing the law.' 'What excuse will you give for girls aged four to six getting raped and murdered? You can't blame them for their dressing sense.'

150 years on: How the Tatas flew with their dreams

150 years on: How the Tatas flew with their dreams

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

The Tata empire turns 150 this year. R Gopalakrishnan, former director, Tata Sons Ltd, imagines a conversation among the group's founder Jamsetji, his son Dorabji, his successor, Nowroji Saklatwala, and his successor, J R D Tata.

New to CIBIL score? 5 useful tips for you

New to CIBIL score? 5 useful tips for you

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

Just like optimum blood pressure, sugar and the likes are the measure of your physical health, a good CIBIL score is a measure of your financial health and you must do the needful to keep your CIBIL score at a satisfactory level.

Why staying hungry can be BAD for you!

Why staying hungry can be BAD for you!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

'With enjoyable physical activity, stress release quality sleep and the right diet, we can reverse the metabolic damage which is wreaking havoc in the world and especially in India.'