News for 'Executive Commentary'

Obstruction and obfuscation have become hallmark of opposition: BJP

Obstruction and obfuscation have become hallmark of opposition: BJP

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

The political resolution passed at the party's national executive claimed that the Modi government has created a new "history" in the direction of the poor's welfare with its bold initiatives.

IT biggies expect weaker September quarter

IT biggies expect weaker September quarter

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

Investors will look at how TCS has performed when it announces the quarter's results on October 13, and the forecast from Infosys on October 14

How TCS plans to make WFH its mantra

How TCS plans to make WFH its mantra

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

'At any given point in time, we expect only 25 per cent of our workforce will need to be in office.' 'And any given person will only be required to spend only 25 per cent of their time in office.'

When Dilip Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar didn't speak for 13 years

When Dilip Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar didn't speak for 13 years

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

The way Dilip came to the porch to receive Lata, you would never have guessed something was amiss between the two. Raju Bharatan's many wonderful insights into Dilip Kumar's life.

FM makes case for rate cut; experts say RBI may wait

FM makes case for rate cut; experts say RBI may wait

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

Jaitley said inflation has been under control for long and is likely to remain so on the back of good monsoon and unlikely spike in oil prices.

The 4 factors that will revive India's growth story

The 4 factors that will revive India's growth story

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

GST rate cut for real-estate, income transfer scheme, farm loan waivers execution and recapitalisation of PSU banks have the potential to boost India's growth in a few months, says Neelkanth Mishra.

RBI keeps policy rate unchanged; flags inflation, deficit

RBI keeps policy rate unchanged; flags inflation, deficit

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Retail inflation crossed the RBI's comfort level and rose to 5.21 per cent in December on increase in prices of food items.

C Vijaykumar on HCL Tech's growth strategy and NexGen products

C Vijaykumar on HCL Tech's growth strategy and NexGen products

Rediff.com4 May 2018

HCL Technologies is betting big on next-generation services and products that are likely to contribute 40 per cent of its revenues in 2-3 years.

BJP's win in state polls will impact Sino-India ties: Chinese media

BJP's win in state polls will impact Sino-India ties: Chinese media

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

The Bharatiya Janata Party's landslide victory in state polls has "implications" for the Sino-India ties as it could further embolden Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "hard-line attitude" and pose difficulties for "compromises" in rows with countries like China, official Chinese media commented on Thursday.

Why you must watch Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani today

Why you must watch Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani today

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

Twenty years ago, Aziz Mirza had the foresight to predict the great discord India would witness and revolt against, notes Sukanya Verma.

When will this climate of hate end?

When will this climate of hate end?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

'The sentiment against immigrants and particularly against Muslims is produced by the climate of hatred and bigotry we see all around us.' 'It is produced by the politics of division and spread by a reckless media around the world including unfortunately in India,' says Aakar Patel.

The paradox of China's growth story

The paradox of China's growth story

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

There is uncertainty in most investors' minds as to whether China is transitioning to a new growth model or simply collapsing.

Meet the STARS of Article 15

Meet the STARS of Article 15

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

Sukanya Verma presents an appreciation post for the cast of this must-watch movie.

Cognizant rings alarm bell for Indian IT services players

Cognizant rings alarm bell for Indian IT services players

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

As Nasdaq-listed company indicates poor spending in financial services space, Indian firms feel jittery

China makes a statement with its Rocket Force

China makes a statement with its Rocket Force

Rediff.com6 Feb 2017

China's newly-formed Rocket Force has held an exercise with advanced DF-16 medium-range ballistic missile with a range of over 1,000 kms that could threaten a number countries, including India, Japan and the United States.

Will Star's cricket gamble turn into a goldmine?

Will Star's cricket gamble turn into a goldmine?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

Star's maths is simple: It expects to make something close to Rs 40 billion from the two properties in the first year (2018) itself, which is pretty close to its break even point

Zoya Akhtar's AMAZING Movies

Zoya Akhtar's AMAZING Movies

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Sukanya Verma on The Zoya Factor in Indian cinema.

Alibaba set to bring back the Walmart ghost

Alibaba set to bring back the Walmart ghost

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

Traders were up in arms, fearing huge job loss if Walmart was to enter.

After Red Fort, govt plans to put more monuments under 'private care': Alphons

After Red Fort, govt plans to put more monuments under 'private care': Alphons

Rediff.com2 May 2018

However, many historians, conservationists and artists have slam move to 'entrust' Red Fort to cement company.

STAR pads up to widen IPL coverage

STAR pads up to widen IPL coverage

Rediff.com23 Dec 2017

Urvi Malvania reveals STAR India's big plans for IPL-11.

How Modi walked into his own Pakistan trap

How Modi walked into his own Pakistan trap

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

For the first time in our political history, Pakistan has become centre stage of the incumbent's campaign, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Can Indian markets absorb FII selling?

Can Indian markets absorb FII selling?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

'It is unlikely that foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) might increase their India allocation, given the overweight status for most FPIs.' 'Given the commentary from the Republican Party, an anti-imports approach means money will not flow out of the US.'

Don't panic about news of impending Fed rate hike

Don't panic about news of impending Fed rate hike

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Markets now expect the Fed to normalise rates gradually.

IT results: Top 4 perform differently in March quarter

IT results: Top 4 perform differently in March quarter

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

TCS, Infosys do well but Wipro & HCL disappoint analysts; however, outlook for FY17 bullish in general.

'Indian IT industry has to de-risk itself'

'Indian IT industry has to de-risk itself'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

"Protectionism is not new. The attention that is given is because there is a political and emotional element to it." TCS COO N G Subramaniam on why his company is optimistic despite global headwinds.

It's chill time for Indo-Chinese relations

It's chill time for Indo-Chinese relations

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

The readouts by the Indian and Chinese sides on the meeting on Monday between External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Moscow bring out that divergences are crowding into the centrestage of their relationship, says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

RBI disappoints D-Street: What next?

RBI disappoints D-Street: What next?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

Markets taking cue on future rate cuts from RBI policy.

Photos: Young achievers in the spotlight

Photos: Young achievers in the spotlight

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Photographer Pravin Talan's 2016 Calendar is a page-turner which celebrates talent.

How to prevent another 26/11

How to prevent another 26/11

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

'The government must covertly eliminate the leaders of terrorist organisations abroad so as to eliminate the problem at its roots,' recommends Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

It's time for the Modi govt to spell out a growth agenda

It's time for the Modi govt to spell out a growth agenda

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

It has built confidence in the possibility of change; now reality has to catch up with the image and the expectation, says T N Ninan.

Markets end lower amid weak global cues

Markets end lower amid weak global cues

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Capital goods shares continued to trade firm in late noon despite weak market trend on the back of encouraging core sector growth in February.

Rafale row is more stupidity than scam

Rafale row is more stupidity than scam

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

The Rafale will surely be flying in Indian skies next year. But the way the BJP government has botched this will cast a shadow on defence acquisitions in the years to come.

Angry China summons US envoy over warship in South China Sea

Angry China summons US envoy over warship in South China Sea

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

China on Wednesday said the US' naval and air incursions in the artificial islands in the South China Sea will be counter-productive leading to "miscalculation" and "crisis", as Beijing summoned the American ambassador to protest the US Navy's sailing of a warship into the disputed waters.

New York City Immigrant Affairs chief: I was in tears

New York City Immigrant Affairs chief: I was in tears

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

Nisha Agarwal, commissioner of the New York Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs, recalls, with both anguish and elation, the events of the last fortnight after the US President's order banning entry for people from seven countries was put in place.

'A sharp fall in inflation provided RBI with a window to cut rates'

'A sharp fall in inflation provided RBI with a window to cut rates'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

The RBI cut rates for third time in 2015 due to favourable economic conditions.

Indian Wells PHOTOS: Djokovic out; Yuki stuns Pouille as Federer, Halep advance

Indian Wells PHOTOS: Djokovic out; Yuki stuns Pouille as Federer, Halep advance

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

IMAGES from the matches played at the PNB Paribas Open at Indian Wells on Sunday

The man fighting for women in the military

The man fighting for women in the military

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

'Women were not allowed in the Territorial Army before January 5, 2018. Presently girls are not allowed in Sainik Schools and Rashtriya Military schools. Women are not allowed in the army education corps, in the engineering services (as permanent commission), they can't be religious preachers in the army. There's a need to change with the times.'

ICC rules out action after BCCI and CA spar on DRS issue

ICC rules out action after BCCI and CA spar on DRS issue

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

The Virat Kohli-Steve Smith clash on the controversial DRS call today triggered a full blown verbal war between the Cricket Boards of India and Australia before the ICC ruled out action against the two captains as charges were not laid.

Freedom from H-1B: Can Indian IT firms do it?

Freedom from H-1B: Can Indian IT firms do it?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

Amid Trump's expected action against employment visas, India's bellwether IT firms reveal they have been preparing for this eventuality for years.

Review: Amit Sahni Ki List doesn't work

Review: Amit Sahni Ki List doesn't work

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

The film falters on many coutns, says Paloma Sharma.