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Why Elena Norman resigned as Hockey India CEO

Why Elena Norman resigned as Hockey India CEO

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Hockey India's long-serving CEO, Elena Norman resigned from her post on Tuesday, February 27. Norman steps down after holding the position for nearly 13 years.

MFs own larger slice of small and midcap stocks

MFs own larger slice of small and midcap stocks

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Retail investors now own a larger share of smallcap companies than they did a year ago, thanks to their conviction in mutual fund (MF) schemes focused on this segment. Data from Capitaline shows that MFs' average holding in the National Stock Exchange Nifty Smallcap 250 Index stood at 9 per cent at the end of the October-December quarter of 2023-24 (FY24), up from 7.76 per cent in the same quarter of 2022-23.

Nirbhaya case: Dummy execution performed in Tihar

Nirbhaya case: Dummy execution performed in Tihar

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

A team of prison officials performed the dummy execution on Sunday. The officials recorded the weights of the convicts and the prepared the dummies accordingly with sacks filled with debris and stones, a senior jail official said. The execution will take place on in Jail No 3, he said, adding that the UP Prison authority has confirmed that Pawan Jallad from Meerut will be sent to hang the four convicts.

Ex-Cognizant executive Debashis Chatterjee is new Mindtree CEO

Ex-Cognizant executive Debashis Chatterjee is new Mindtree CEO

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

Chatterjee said the compNY is not aware of any major client concerns at this point.

Mindtree set to appoint 3 L&T nominees as board directors

Mindtree set to appoint 3 L&T nominees as board directors

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

With this rejig, Mindtree's board will now have 12 board members from eight.

It's official! Cricket will be played at the 2028 LA Olympic Games!

It's official! Cricket will be played at the 2028 LA Olympic Games!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'Baseball/softball, cricket (T20), flag football, lacrosse (sixes) and squash will be in the programme at LA28.'

Pakistan likely to pull out of Asia Cup

Pakistan likely to pull out of Asia Cup

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

There is a possibility that the Asia Cup might be scrapped entirely this year and India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan could end up playing a multi-team event in 50-overs format before the World Cup.

Afghan pacer Naveen slapped with 20-month ban

Afghan pacer Naveen slapped with 20-month ban

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Afghanistan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq was on Monday handed a 20-month ban from participating in the International League T20

Shaktikanta Das: RBI Governor Who Walks The Talk

Shaktikanta Das: RBI Governor Who Walks The Talk

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

'Das is friendly, but he finally does what he does. The quality of engagement is very good.'

Shiv Nadar steps down from HCL board, named Chairman Emeritus

Shiv Nadar steps down from HCL board, named Chairman Emeritus

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

HCL Technologies on Monday said its founder Shiv Nadar will take on the role of Chairman Emeritus and Strategic Advisor to the company's board. Nadar, chief strategy officer and managing director of the company, on completing 76 years of age, has tendered his resignation as the MD as well as the Director with effect from close of business hours on July 19, according to a regulatory filing. "In order to continue to benefit from his vast knowledge, experience, and wisdom in an advisory role, the Board of Directors in its meeting held today, after considering the recommendations of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, has approved the appointment of Shri Shiv Nadar as the 'Chairman Emeritus and Strategic Advisor to the Board' for a term of five years with effect from July 20, 2021," it added.

'NPA recoveries has helped to reduce credit cost'

'NPA recoveries has helped to reduce credit cost'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

'For the first time ever it has come below 1 per cent, at 0.97 per cent.'

The Navratnas on Tata's board

The Navratnas on Tata's board

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

With Amit Chandra's appointment, the Tata Sons board now has nine directors.

Imports of California walnut rise after India removes tariff

Imports of California walnut rise after India removes tariff

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The California walnuts shipped from the US to India have seen a sharp uptick with imports more than doubling from September to November against the same period last year. This comes after New Delhi removed its retaliatory customs tariffs on the key dry fruit. Two days ahead of US President Joe Biden's visit to New Delhi to attend the G20 Summit on September 9-10, India dropped additional customs duties on about half a dozen US goods that were imposed in 2019 in response to America raising tariffs on certain steel and aluminum products coming from India.

Why Kohli's RCB couldn't execute their plans against Punjab

Why Kohli's RCB couldn't execute their plans against Punjab

Rediff.com1 May 2021

RCB found the going tough as they could score only 36 runs from the Powerplay overs.

Campaigning not a fundamental right: ED opposes Kejri's bail in SC

Campaigning not a fundamental right: ED opposes Kejri's bail in SC

Rediff.com9 May 2024

In a fresh affidavit filed in the top court, the ED said no political leader has ever been granted interim bail for campaigning even if he is not contesting polls.

Champions Trophy surprise: WI, Ireland to miss out

Champions Trophy surprise: WI, Ireland to miss out

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Top seven teams at ODI World Cup 2023 will qualify for 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, as per ICC's new rules

Baltimore mishap: Indian crew onboard Dali 'healthy'

Baltimore mishap: Indian crew onboard Dali 'healthy'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The Indian crew onboard a crippled container vessel that collided against a key bridge in Baltimore last week is healthy , according to a nonprofit organisation that has been in touch with the personnel.

'Why is India worried about the security in Pakistan?'

'Why is India worried about the security in Pakistan?'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Najam Sethi is exploring all options as far as this year's Asia Cup in Pakistan and ODI World Cup in India are concerned, saying it's time to "take a clear position".

Dipak Gupta to be interim MD & CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank

Dipak Gupta to be interim MD & CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The Reserve Bank has given its nod for appointment of Dipak Gupta as interim managing director and CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank following the resignation of Uday Kotak. RBI through its letter dated September 7, 2023, approved Gupta's appointment for a period of two months with effect from September 2, 2023, Kotak Mahindra Bank said in a BSE filing. It is expected that RBI would decide the full time MD of the bank during the period.

How Jyothi Yarraji's disqualification turned into silver medal

How Jyothi Yarraji's disqualification turned into silver medal

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Drama unfolded in the last event of the day at the 'Big Lotus' stadium when the women's 100m hurdles was stopped after the gun was fired.

India might have 2 flag-bearers at Tokyo Olympics: IOA

India might have 2 flag-bearers at Tokyo Olympics: IOA

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

At its executive board meeting last year, the International Olympic Committee had made provisions for flag-bearers from both genders at the opening ceremony.

Panchayat officer who hoisted Hanuman flag in Mandya suspended

Panchayat officer who hoisted Hanuman flag in Mandya suspended

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Amid simmering tension in Mandya over the removal of Hanuman flag from a 108 feet tall flagpost, the Keragodu village Panchayat Development Officer has been suspended.

Rajasthan Royals Want To Take Over Yorkshire

Rajasthan Royals Want To Take Over Yorkshire

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Rajasthan Royals have offered Yorkshire around 25 million pounds (Rs 260 crore/Rs 2.6 billion) to take complete control of the county club.

Govt suspends IAS officer who razed 15th century monument to build bungalow

Govt suspends IAS officer who razed 15th century monument to build bungalow

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

According to an order issued by the MHA, departmental proceedings are being contemplated against Rai.

'We have been very lucky have Kohli play in so many games'

'We have been very lucky have Kohli play in so many games'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

England bowling all-rounder Chris Woakes on Saturday opened up on India batting talisman Virat Kohli's unavailability in the Test series against England and said that "the fans will be disappointed".

Ex-SC judge handed charge to amend IOA constitution

Ex-SC judge handed charge to amend IOA constitution

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The IOA elections were due in December last year but could not be held due to amendments in the poll process.

Court rejects interim bail plea of Jet Air's Naresh Goyal

Court rejects interim bail plea of Jet Air's Naresh Goyal

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal's cancer was at a preliminary stage and not life threatening, a special court said here on Thursday while refusing to grant him interim bail on medical grounds. The court, however, permitted Goyal, arrested in a money laundering case, to undergo cancer treatment at a hospital of his choice for two months. Goyal (74), who is lodged in Arthur Road jail in central Mumbai, had sought to be released on interim bail to undergo treatment for cancer.

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

Rediff.com12 May 2024

According to insiders, their lack of enthusiasm is showing on the ground. There is nothing to suggest that their enthusiasm will return in the final four phases of polling, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Pak Hindu refugees living besides Yamuna get demolition notice

Pak Hindu refugees living besides Yamuna get demolition notice

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has issued notices to Hindu refugees from Pakistan who live near Gurudwara Majnu Ka Tilla in the Yamuna floodplain area asking them to vacate the place, locals claimed on Wednesday.

Postponed Asian Games to be held in Sept-Oct 2023

Postponed Asian Games to be held in Sept-Oct 2023

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

The Hangzhou Asian Games, which could not be hosted this year because of COVID-19, will be held from September 23 to October 8 2023.

Nitish, Lalan attend JD-U meet amid reports of rift

Nitish, Lalan attend JD-U meet amid reports of rift

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Janata Dal-United national president Lalan Singh arrived together at the party's office in New Delhi on Thursday to attend its office-bearers meeting amid intense buzz about changes within the organisation.

How Mahabharata applies to board of directors

How Mahabharata applies to board of directors

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

Many lay folks cannot fathom the arcane language of the corporate governance brouhaha. I found that a mythological story connects very well, says R Gopalakrishnan.

Strong outlook to support Cummins India stock

Strong outlook to support Cummins India stock

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Genset manufacturer Cummins India has seen its share price rise by 45 per cent in the past three months. The management has reaffirmed that growth would be in double digits over the coming two fiscal years. Growth is expected to be driven by a pickup in domestic infrastructure spending.

Exciting World Of Data Science

Exciting World Of Data Science

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

...and say bye to the humanities-science divide, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

IPL PIX: Kohli, Karthik star as RCB down Punjab Kings

IPL PIX: Kohli, Karthik star as RCB down Punjab Kings

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

IMAGES from the IPL match played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, in Bengaluru, on Monday.

Don't allow non-Hindus beyond flagpole of temples, HC directs TN

Don't allow non-Hindus beyond flagpole of temples, HC directs TN

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Justice S Srimathy of the HC's Madurai Bench gave the judgement while hearing a plea from D Senthilkumar, who sought directions to the respondents to permit Hindus alone to the Arulmigu Palani Dhandayuthapani Swamy temple and its sub-temples.

AMCs' contribution to backstop fund for debt MFs tops target

AMCs' contribution to backstop fund for debt MFs tops target

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

The contribution from asset management companies (AMCs) has surpassed the Rs 3,000 crore target for the creation of a Rs 33,000 crore backstop facility for debt mutual funds (MFs). The initial corpus for the Corporate Debt Market Development Fund (CDMDF) is nearly Rs 3,100 crore, according to multiple government officials and AMC executives. "The fund is operational now. "The required corpus has been raised by AMCs and the remaining part (Rs 30,000 crore) is in the form of a guarantee from the government which will be activated only in case of a credit event," explained D P Singh, joint CEO and deputy MD, SBI MF.

FIH Olympic Qualifier: USA edge past NZ to enter semis

FIH Olympic Qualifier: USA edge past NZ to enter semis

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

New Zealand got plenty of opportunities to draw level in the form of five more penalty corners in the final three minutes but their execution was not up to the mark.

Pakistan threatens to pull out of World Cup in India

Pakistan threatens to pull out of World Cup in India

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Sethi toes Raja's line on Asia Cup

'Will Banking Career Affect Marriage Prospects?'

'Will Banking Career Affect Marriage Prospects?'

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Shekhar Kumar, an HR expert, talent, and client acquisition leader at SEPL offers advice on how to grow professionally.