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PAYD Motor Insurance: Is It Worth It?

PAYD Motor Insurance: Is It Worth It?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

PAYD suits infrequent drivers who can estimate annual mileage.

Hero Motors IPO Fully Subscribed on Day 1, Retail Investors Lead Demand

Hero Motors IPO Fully Subscribed on Day 1, Retail Investors Lead Demand

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

The initial public offering (IPO) of auto components maker Hero Motors Ltd was fully subscribed on its first day of bidding, receiving bids for 1.38 times the shares on offer, with strong interest from retail investors.

General Motors' plans for India

General Motors' plans for India

Rediff.com29 Jan 2007

General Motors' Saturn Aura won the 'Car of the Year' at the North American International Auto Show this year.

General Motors revving up India plans

General Motors revving up India plans

Rediff.com29 Aug 2006

General Motors is on an India overdrive. A mini car, a small car and an SUV

General Motors bondholders clear bankruptcy plan

General Motors bondholders clear bankruptcy plan

Rediff.com1 Jun 2009

Bondholders would initially get a 10 per cent stake, along with warrants for 15 per cent. Citing people familiar with the matter, the newspaper said, 'Bondholders with slightly more than 50 per cent of GM's $27.2 billion in bond debt agreed to support the plan.' GM had offered the bondholders the opportunity to take a larger stake in the company after they had overwhelmingly rejected a previous exchange offer.

300 General Motors workers detained

300 General Motors workers detained

Rediff.com26 Apr 2011

The company has about 1,500 workers on its roll while 400 odd workers have been on strike since March 16 to press for their various demands.

General Motors launches engine made in India

General Motors launches engine made in India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

US auto major General Motors on Thursday launched its locally-developed engine in India.

General Motors to launch mini car

General Motors to launch mini car

Rediff.com25 Mar 2006

Auto major General Motors India is harbouring definite plans to launch a mini car that would be competitively priced and would aim to get a market share of 10 per cent, a top official of the company said on Saturday.

New General Motors to acquire Indian operations

New General Motors to acquire Indian operations

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

Beleaguered General Motors on Tuesday said it will acquire its strongest operations, including the Indian business, once the company steers itself out of bankruptcy.

HM, General Motors in pact

HM, General Motors in pact

Rediff.com27 Oct 2003

Hindustan Motors, owned by C K Birla group, has concluded an arrangement to supply engine and gearbox to General Motors' sports utility vehicles, which are yet to hit the Indian roads.

Why General Motors went bankrupt

Why General Motors went bankrupt

Rediff.com1 Jun 2009

General Motors Corp will file for bankruptcy on Monday, forcing the 100-year-old iconic car major which has been one of the most visible symbols of American capitalism and economic might into uncharted waters of nationalisation or government ownership.

Will Volkswagen be 4th time lucky with Indian partner?

Will Volkswagen be 4th time lucky with Indian partner?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Volkswagen, a long-standing but minor player in India's fiercely competitive automotive sector, is now exploring a strategic partnership with the JSW group, aiming to revitalise its market presence, enhance profitability, and potentially establish India as a key export hub for electric vehicles.

How to fix General Motors

How to fix General Motors

Rediff.com13 Apr 2006

General Motors launches diesel version of Beat

General Motors launches diesel version of Beat

Rediff.com25 Jul 2011

Till now, the company was selling the Beat in petrol and liquefied petroleum gas variants.

General Motors unveils Opel Vectra

General Motors unveils Opel Vectra

Rediff.com9 Jan 2003

General Motors India on Thursday unveiled its new mid-size sedan Opel Vectra in the premium car segment with ex-showroom price of Rs 15.99 lakh (Rs 1.59 million) in Delhi and Rs 16.9 lakh (Rs 1.69 million) in Mumbai.

Isha Ambani On How A Failed Assignment Sparked Jio's Birth

Isha Ambani On How A Failed Assignment Sparked Jio's Birth

Rediff.com5 days ago

Isha Ambani, a director on the board of Jio Platforms, revealed that a failed attempt to upload a college assignment in 2009-10 due to poor internet connectivity in Mumbai sparked the idea and subsequent conversations that led to the creation of Jio.

A leaner General Motors plans future path

A leaner General Motors plans future path

Rediff.com8 Jun 2009

Aiming to bolster its sagging auto sales and ultimately getting into the black, General Motors is set to emerge leaner and cost-competitive through drastic restructuring, according to the firm's bankruptcy filing.

Tata Motors steps up its global CV ambition with Iveco

Tata Motors steps up its global CV ambition with Iveco

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Tata Motors is set to acquire Italy's Iveco Group, a strategic move aimed at propelling the Indian automaker into the top four global commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturers, with projected annual revenues of $35 billion-$40 billion within five years.

Irdai proposes phased reduction in insurer expense limits, new commission framework

Irdai proposes phased reduction in insurer expense limits, new commission framework

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has proposed a phased reduction in the expenses of management (EoM) limits for insurers, aiming to lower the overall cost of insurance and enhance returns for policyholders. The proposals also include a new framework for commissions, stricter measures against mis-selling, and mandatory cost audits.

General Motors looking for stake in Fiat

General Motors looking for stake in Fiat

Rediff.com7 May 2009

'Four years after paying $2 billion to extricate itself from a partnership with Fiat, General Motors is seeking a stake in the Italian automaker in exchange for its Latin American and European operations,' The New York Times reported. It said GM is eager to cede control of its money-losing Opel unit in Germany. 'But Fiat has also expressed interest in GM's other European operations as well as its historically profitable Latin American business,' the report noted.

Budget impact: Tata Motors, General Motors to slash prices

Budget impact: Tata Motors, General Motors to slash prices

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

Auto makers Tata Motors and General Motors India on Monday announced they will cut prices of their products after Finance Minister P Chidambaram decided to reduce excise on automobiles in the interim Budget 2014-15.

General Motors plans fresh investments in India

General Motors plans fresh investments in India

Rediff.com15 Jan 2003

Automotive giant General Motors will make fresh investments in India to expand its Opel product line with a few models lined up for release this year.

General Motors, Chrysler reopen merger talks

General Motors, Chrysler reopen merger talks

Rediff.com18 Dec 2008

General Motors Corp and Chrysler LLC have reopened merger talks, as Chrysler owner Cerberus Capital Management LP has signalled its willingness to give away part of its ownership in the auto maker, a media report said today, citing people familiar with the goings-on.

General Motors increases stake in Indian arm to 93%

General Motors increases stake in Indian arm to 93%

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

The company has purchased 43 per cent stake from its Chinese partner Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation Group for an undisclosed sum.

TVS Motor overtakes Hero, Honda in total two-wheeler sales for June

TVS Motor overtakes Hero, Honda in total two-wheeler sales for June

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

TVS Motor Company has emerged as India's largest two-wheeler manufacturer by total sales volume in June 2026, surpassing long-standing leaders Hero MotoCorp and Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, primarily driven by its strong international business performance.

Tata's Unlisted Companies Burn Rs 31,823 Crore

Tata's Unlisted Companies Burn Rs 31,823 Crore

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Seven of them posted losses, led by Air India, with their combined net loss widening to Rs 31,823 crore in FY26 from Rs 17,553 crore a year earlier and Rs 1,555 crore in FY20.

Why Tata Sons IPO May Get Lower Valuation

Why Tata Sons IPO May Get Lower Valuation

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Holding-company discounts and losses at key unlisted ventures could weigh on Tata Sons' IPO valuation, though its diversified portfolio may still command a premium.

General Motors finds a buyer for Hummer brand

General Motors finds a buyer for Hummer brand

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

The announcement comes a day after the iconic car maker filed for bankruptcy protection, being bogged down by huge losses and plunging sales in recent months. Without revealing the identity of the buyer, General Motors said it has entered into a memorandum of understanding with a buyer for Hummer, its premium off-road brand.

General Motors to launch MUV soon

General Motors to launch MUV soon

Rediff.com31 Mar 2004

General Motors expects to double sales

General Motors expects to double sales

Rediff.com15 Oct 2003

General Motors India expects to double sales of its vehicles to touch 16,000 units by December this year, Aditya Vij, the company's managing director, said in Bangalore on Wednesday.

General Motors India launches Chevrolet Optra

General Motors India launches Chevrolet Optra

Rediff.com7 Jul 2003

General Motors India on Monday launched a new premium mid-size car - Chevrolet Optra - as part of the aggressive plans to grow its sales over five-fold to about 50,000 units in the next three years.

General Motors launches new Chevrolet Sail sedan and hatchback

General Motors launches new Chevrolet Sail sedan and hatchback

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Orice ranges between Rs 4.41 and Rs 7.64 lakh.

General Motors to hike price in January

General Motors to hike price in January

Rediff.com6 Dec 2003

Maruti, Tata Motors and Ford Motor India have already made similar announcements.

NSE IPO price band fixed at Rs 1,700-1,785; subscription opens on Sep 17

NSE IPO price band fixed at Rs 1,700-1,785; subscription opens on Sep 17

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has set its initial public offering (IPO) price band at Rs 1,700-1,785 per equity share, with the subscription period running from September 17 to September 21, aiming to raise up to Rs 22,569 crore.

General Motors to hike car prices from Oct 1

General Motors to hike car prices from Oct 1

Rediff.com27 Sep 2012

The prices of the company's vehicles start at Rs 2,85,000 for Spark and go up to Rs 24.6 lakh or Rs 2.46 million (ex-showroom Delhi) for the Captiva.

Passenger Vehicle Exports Fall 17% in August Amid Domestic Sales Boom

Passenger Vehicle Exports Fall 17% in August Amid Domestic Sales Boom

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

India's passenger vehicle (PV) exports saw a 17 per cent year-on-year decline in August, contrasting sharply with a 36.5 per cent surge in domestic dispatches, which reached a record high for the month as automakers prepared for the festive season.

Nepal floods: Govt under fire for inadequate relief coordination

Nepal floods: Govt under fire for inadequate relief coordination

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

A preliminary government report reveals that devastating flash floods in Nepal have affected over 32,000 people, caused 1,295 deaths, and severely damaged infrastructure including roads, bridges, schools, and healthcare facilities. Senior Nepali Congress leader Arjun Narsing KC has criticised the government's coordination of rescue and relief operations and called for international action on climate justice.

Amid some bumps, outlook positive for Tata Capital

Amid some bumps, outlook positive for Tata Capital

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Tata Capital remains confident in its 23-25 per cent growth guidance, driven by strong momentum in Retail and SME segments, despite facing pressures from rising funding costs and potential impacts from new RBI regulations on revolving credit.

General Motors may dump staff, close plants

General Motors may dump staff, close plants

Rediff.com15 Jul 2008

GM Chairman and Chief Executive Rick Wagoner is scheduled to outline the plan to employees, the Wall Street Journal reported. "This is real, hard stuff," one person briefed on the plan told the paper. "It not only assures our survival, but will make us a radically leaner, more focused company with much lower fixed cost."