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El Nino effect: Agrochem companies may face near-term headwinds

El Nino effect: Agrochem companies may face near-term headwinds

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Domestic-focused agricultural chemical (agrochem) companies could face near-term headwinds, given the worries on the El Nio effect on monsoons, higher inventory, and pressure on margins. Some of these were reflected in the October-December quarter (third quarter, or Q3) results of companies and may impact them in the current quarter (fourth quarter, or Q4) as well. Nuvama Research pointed out that the sector witnessed mixed performance during the quarter as global agrochem and domestic fertiliser companies maintained growth momentum, while adverse agronomical conditions and excess channel inventory weighed on domestic market volume offtake.

EPL PIX: Leaders Arsenal held, Man United win again

EPL PIX: Leaders Arsenal held, Man United win again

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Tuesday.

Did poverty and inequality spike during Covid?

Did poverty and inequality spike during Covid?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Claims of a spike in poverty and inequality in India during the Covid-19 pandemic are patently false as such claims are based on uncomparable different surveys, according to a paper co-authored by eminent economist Arvind Panagariya. The paper also noted that inequality fell in the country during Covid years, both in rural and urban areas as well as nationally. Panagariya, Columbia University Professor and former vice chairman of NITI Aayog and Vishal More of Intelink Advisors, New Delhi have co-authored a detailed paper 'Poverty and Inequality in India: Before and After Covid-19'.

People calling for Qatar WC boycott are hypocrites: Minister

People calling for Qatar WC boycott are hypocrites: Minister

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

After years of pressure from human rights groups, Qatar changed its labour laws to dismantle much of its "kafala" sponsorship system, absolving workers of the need to get the permission of the employer who sponsored their visa in order to change jobs or leave the country.

Ajay Maken slams Gehlot's loyalist-MLAs, charges them with indiscipline

Ajay Maken slams Gehlot's loyalist-MLAs, charges them with indiscipline

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Congress in-charge for Rajasthan Ajay Maken on Monday slammed the MLAs loyal to Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot for setting conditions for a party resolution, terming it a "conflict of interest", and said their decision to hold a parallel meeting amounted to indiscipline.

'My husband asked for my autograph'

'My husband asked for my autograph'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

'I didn't know TV artistes have so much of struggle. I had no clue.' 'I thought an actor is an actor because that's what I've seen in the West.' 'But because of the TV tag, I had to struggle, and that was like an eye opener for me.'

'Rahul's disqualification will mark the beginning of the end of the BJP'

'Rahul's disqualification will mark the beginning of the end of the BJP'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'This is what happens when you get consumed by absolute power and the arrogance that accompanies it.'

Xi-Trudeau's heated exchange at G20 caught on camera

Xi-Trudeau's heated exchange at G20 caught on camera

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had a heated exchange of words on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali on Wednesday, with the Chinese leader complaining about the media reporting about their communication, according to a video of the meeting posted by a Canada-based journalist.

Modi tells China frankly it erred in siding with Pak on Lakhvi

Modi tells China frankly it erred in siding with Pak on Lakhvi

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has "strongly" and "clearly" conveyed concerns to Chinese President Xi Jinping over Beijing blocking a proposal for action by the United Nations against Pakistan on the release of jailed Mumbai attack mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, with India rejecting the "weak evidence" theory propounded by Beijing in this regard.

You ask BJP, they will say...: Rahul on train tragedy

You ask BJP, they will say...: Rahul on train tragedy

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Rahul said that if you ask the BJP why a train accident happened, they will say the Congress Party did such and such thing 50 years ago, taking a swipe at the government following the Odisha train accident, one of the worst railway tragedies in the country.

SEE: England players celebrate singing Neil Diamond classic!

SEE: England players celebrate singing Neil Diamond classic!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Harry Kane and his England lions were ecstatic, and as Neil Diamond's classic 'Sweet Caroline' played on the loudspeaker, they crooned along in celebration.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

How can Uddhav be reinstated as CM when he resigned before floor test, asks SC

How can Uddhav be reinstated as CM when he resigned before floor test, asks SC

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

The CJI told lawyer Singhvi, "No, but status quo ante would have been a logical thing to do provided that you had lost the trust vote on the floor of the house. Because, then clearly you have been ousted from power based on the trust vote, which could be set aside. Look at the intellectual conundrum. You chose not to face the trust vote."

'Narendra Modi is clearly rattled'

'Narendra Modi is clearly rattled'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'The Bharat Jodo Yatra successfully resurrected the Rahul Gandhi brand.' 'There's a critical mass that has built up for the Congress and Mr Modi is feeling the heat on the Adani issue, the raids on the BBC offices, the Opposition getting together.'

Trudeau Holds His Ground With Angry Xi

Trudeau Holds His Ground With Angry Xi

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

When Trudeau met Xi Jinping by chance in the G20 hall on Wednesday, the unscheduled encounter didn't go well for the young Canadian leader.

EPL PIX: Relentless Brentford rattle Liverpool

EPL PIX: Relentless Brentford rattle Liverpool

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Brentford pulled off their latest English Premier League shock by beating Liverpool 3-1 at home.

'Ronaldo never said he wanted to leave the team'

'Ronaldo never said he wanted to leave the team'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Portugal play surprise package Morocco in the quarter-finals on Saturday and a visibly frustrated Santos took great pains to explain what happened behind the scenes to put the issue to bed.

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Ashwin has taken 24 wickets in the series so far with an innings left to bowl, but his 6/91 in 47.2 overs will certainly go down as one of his best efforts on a flat deck

Govt blocks access to BBC documentary on Modi

Govt blocks access to BBC documentary on Modi

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The Centre has issued directions for blocking multiple YouTube videos and Twitter posts sharing links to the BBC documentary 'India: The Modi Question', sources said.

Yoginder Alagh's Death Is A Loss To India

Yoginder Alagh's Death Is A Loss To India

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

For Yoginder, it is a release from pain. But for us, his friends, it is the loss of a warm and generous life companion, says Nitin Desai of his 50-year association with the eminent economist who passed into the ages on December 6, 2022.

'How would America respond if China invades India?'

'How would America respond if China invades India?'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'India will want a lot of help from the US, but it's not going to want US troops.'

Germany's Kroos announces retirement from international football

Germany's Kroos announces retirement from international football

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Kroos said it was clear to him 'for a long time' that he would not be available for the World Cup in Qatar next year.

Insulting to say Kharge or Tharoor can be remote-controlled: Rahul

Insulting to say Kharge or Tharoor can be remote-controlled: Rahul

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

'Both the people have a perspective and are people of stature and people of understanding'

'MS is unreal, one of a kind'

'MS is unreal, one of a kind'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

'Whether it's a duck, century, lifting the World Cup, he does not care.'

EPL battle resumes after first ever mid-season hiatus

EPL battle resumes after first ever mid-season hiatus

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

Monday's resumption was also a chance for those jostling at the top of the table to lay down a marker and for the strugglers to enjoy a fresh start.

PIX: Real Madrid ease past Chelsea; Milan in semis

PIX: Real Madrid ease past Chelsea; Milan in semis

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Holders Real Madrid breezed past Chelsea into the semi-finals of the Champions League with Rodrygo's double securing a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge.

PIX: Cameroon shock Brazil but bow out of World Cup

PIX: Cameroon shock Brazil but bow out of World Cup

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Cameroon defeated a second-string Brazil team 1-0 in their final Group G match at the Lusail Stadium on Friday but it was not enough as the African side were knocked out of the competition.

SC warns electors of consequences of making false EVM malfunction complaints

SC warns electors of consequences of making false EVM malfunction complaints

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The Supreme Court observed on Monday a person making a "false statement" "must know the consequence" as it leads to stalling the electoral process.

Chelsea sack Tuchel after Champions League defeat to Zagreb

Chelsea sack Tuchel after Champions League defeat to Zagreb

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Chelsea confirmed on its website that they had parted company with the German coach

CJI gets emotional recalling his Nagpur days

CJI gets emotional recalling his Nagpur days

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

Chief Justice of India U U Lalit on Saturday got teary-eyed while reminiscing about the time he spent in Nagpur at the beginning of his career as a lawyer.

Video: Jaishankar recalls when Modi asked him 'Jaage ho?'

Video: Jaishankar recalls when Modi asked him 'Jaage ho?'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

External Affairs minister S Jaishankar in New York praised the leadership skills of Prime Minister Narendra Modi while recalling the attack on the Mazar-e-Sharif in Afghanistan near the Indian consulate and while India was coordinating evacuations from the country.

If All Of India Was Like Goa...

If All Of India Was Like Goa...

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

The intrinsic inclusivity of Goa is the key to its great attraction, observes Rahul Singh.

Teenager Bellingham proves his class!

Teenager Bellingham proves his class!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Jude Bellingham has become one of the most sought-after signatures in football

'If Pak doesn't play Asia Cup then Star is going to have problems'

'If Pak doesn't play Asia Cup then Star is going to have problems'

Rediff.com12 May 2023

We will play in India if India plays in Pakistan. But if India doesn't play in Pakistan, why should we play in India? So my solution was, let India vs Pakistan matches be played at neutral venue. That's all. You can't have your cake and eat it too, says PCB chief Najam Sethi.

Modi raises temple attacks, pro-Khalistan activities with Australian PM

Modi raises temple attacks, pro-Khalistan activities with Australian PM

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

The matter came up for discussion during their wide-ranging dialogue that was aimed at expanding overall ties.

Mumbai has 4-fold jump in property registration in June

Mumbai has 4-fold jump in property registration in June

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Mumbai recorded a 4x growth in property registrations on a yearly basis in June this year, as restrictions imposed by the state government ended. Mumbai and its suburbs recorded property registrations of 7,857 units in June, compared to 1,839 units registered in June 2020. The registrations for June were also 39 per cent higher, compared to the same month in the pre-pandemic period of June 2019, said a new report by Knight Frank India.

No major headway in India, China talks post Tawang clash

No major headway in India, China talks post Tawang clash

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

A joint statement released on Thursday said both sides exchanged views in an 'open and constructive' manner to resolve the 'relevant issues' and that it was agreed to maintain 'security and stability' on the ground in the region.

Passenger opens plane emergency exit, walks on wing in US

Passenger opens plane emergency exit, walks on wing in US

Rediff.com6 May 2022

The incident happened when the plane was taxiing at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.

VOTE! EURO: Italy vs England

VOTE! EURO: Italy vs England

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

The Euro 2020 Championship final will be played between Italy and England from 00:30 am IST on July 12 at the Wembley Stadium in London.

YouTube pays me Rs 4 lakh royalty per month: Gadkari

YouTube pays me Rs 4 lakh royalty per month: Gadkari

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

'I became a chef and started cooking at home and giving lectures through video conference. I delivered more than 950 lectures online, including lectures to foreign universities students, which were uploaded on YouTube.'