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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.

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.

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

Nepal floods: Govt under fire for inadequate relief coordination

Nepal floods: Govt under fire for inadequate relief coordination

Rediff.com19 hours ago

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.

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.

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.

How to fix General Motors

How to fix General Motors

Rediff.com13 Apr 2006

Footpaths for walking: SC asks states, UTs for update

Footpaths for walking: SC asks states, UTs for update

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has declared the right to walk on demarcated footpaths a fundamental right, directing all states and Union Territories to ensure proper, encroachment-free pedestrian spaces. The court emphasised that footpaths are integral to human life and safety, and states must respond to advisories issued by central ministries regarding their implementation.

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.

Maruti Suzuki to invest Rs 77,500 crore by FY31 for expansion, new models

Maruti Suzuki to invest Rs 77,500 crore by FY31 for expansion, new models

Rediff.com5 days ago

Maruti Suzuki India has significantly increased its capital expenditure (capex) outlay to Rs 77,500 crore for the five-year period ending FY31, aiming to boost capacity, develop new models, and enhance R&D, as announced by MD and CEO Hisashi Takeuchi.

Why ISRO May Retire GSLV-Mk II

Why ISRO May Retire GSLV-Mk II

Rediff.com1 days ago

'It is not economical to operate GSLV-Mk II due to its cost and complexity. Future launches to be managed with LVM3.'

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.

NSE gets regulatory nod for Rs 30,000 cr IPO, the biggest so far

NSE gets regulatory nod for Rs 30,000 cr IPO, the biggest so far

Rediff.com1 days ago

The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE) has received regulatory approval from SEBI for its long-awaited Rs 30,000-crore initial public offering (IPO), positioning it to potentially become the country's largest-ever public issue.

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.

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.

The Insurance Add-On Every Car Owner Needs This Monsoon

The Insurance Add-On Every Car Owner Needs This Monsoon

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Protect your vehicle from the unpredictable monsoon season by understanding essential motor insurance add-ons like Engine Protect and Zero Depreciation, crucial for covering damages from floods, waterlogging, and preventing costly out-of-pocket expenses.

Gujarat Floods: Insurers anticipate Rs 5,000 crore in claims, primarily for property damage

Gujarat Floods: Insurers anticipate Rs 5,000 crore in claims, primarily for property damage

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Insurers are bracing for claims worth nearly 5,000 crore from the recent floods in Gujarat, predominantly for property losses, though they do not foresee an increase in premiums within the competitive property insurance market.

Vijay opens Mettur gates, Cauvery water flows to delta fields amid scanty rain

Vijay opens Mettur gates, Cauvery water flows to delta fields amid scanty rain

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay opened the sluices of the Stanley Reservoir in Mettur on Tuesday for irrigation in the Cauvery delta districts.

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.

Tata Sons narrows chairman search to T V Narendran, Saurabh Agrawal, and NSE's Ashish Chauhan a 'dark horse'

Tata Sons narrows chairman search to T V Narendran, Saurabh Agrawal, and NSE's Ashish Chauhan a 'dark horse'

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The search for N Chandrasekaran's successor as Tata Sons Chairman has reportedly narrowed to Tata Steel CEO T V Narendran, Tata Sons Executive Director Saurabh Agrawal, and NSE MD & CEO Ashish Chauhan, with Chauhan emerging as a potential 'dark horse' candidate.

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.

'The Next Chairman Does Not Need To Build Tata'

'The Next Chairman Does Not Need To Build Tata'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

'... that work is done. The task is to reallocate what has been built, with the courage of a founder and the discipline of an owner.'

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.

Ensure every road has encroachment-free pedestrian space: SC to Centre

Ensure every road has encroachment-free pedestrian space: SC to Centre

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to ensure all roads have properly demarcated, encroachment-free spaces for pedestrians, emphasising that the right to walk on a footpath is a fundamental right.

How EVTOLs Can Revolutionise India's Medical Logistics

How EVTOLs Can Revolutionise India's Medical Logistics

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Air India, SkyDrive, and Suzuki Motor Corporation have signed an initial pact to conduct a joint feasibility study on using electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for medical air logistics in India. This collaboration aims to address severe traffic congestion in major Indian cities, which poses challenges for time-critical medical transport, by developing last-mile emergency medical solutions.

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.

India's EV Ambitions: MHI Boosts Incentives, Tackles Financing & Manufacturing Hurdles

India's EV Ambitions: MHI Boosts Incentives, Tackles Financing & Manufacturing Hurdles

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) anticipates disbursing approximately 4,700 crore in incentives under the automotive PLI scheme in FY27, more than double the previous two years, while also exploring financing mechanisms for electric buses and trucks and promoting domestic manufacturing of critical EV components.

Before Buying A Gadget On EMI, Read This

Before Buying A Gadget On EMI, Read This

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

Don't judge an expensive gadget only by its EMI cost; also consider how many years it will remain useful after you've finished paying for it.