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General Motors launches Chevrolet Sail U-Va car

General Motors launches Chevrolet Sail U-Va car

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

General Motors India launched its new Chevrolet Sail U-Va car on Monday with a target to sell around 2000 cars monthly in Jaipur.

Indian student dies in in tragic US highway car crash

Indian student dies in in tragic US highway car crash

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A 25-year-old Indian student, Navya Gadusu, died in a road accident near Chicago, US, leaving six others injured. The accident occurred on Interstate 65 highway near Crown Point, Indiana. The Indian Consulate General in Chicago has expressed condolences and is assisting the family.

General Motors launches SUV Trailblazer at Rs 26.40 lakh

General Motors launches SUV Trailblazer at Rs 26.40 lakh

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

GM India said customers will be able to book the Trailblazer on Amazon.in only from October 21-25, at a reservation deposit of Rs 25,000.

Can Headaches Be A Sign Of Brain Tumour?

Can Headaches Be A Sign Of Brain Tumour?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

On World Brain Tumour Day, Consultant Brain and Spine Surgeon Dr Keval Shukla explains why you should not ignore symptoms like persistent headache, blurred vision and a loss of balance.

General Motors begins vehicle exports from India

General Motors begins vehicle exports from India

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

The company shipped the first lot of 140 units of its hatchback Chevrolet 'Beat' from the Mumbai port to Chile last Thursday.

General Motors to hike prices by up to Rs 20,000

General Motors to hike prices by up to Rs 20,000

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

General Motors India on Friday said it will hike the prices of its entire range of models by up to Rs 20,000 with effect from October 8 as it looks to minimise the impact of adverse currency movement and high input costs.

General Motors' U-turn catches IT companies off guard

General Motors' U-turn catches IT companies off guard

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

Auto major plans to cut technology outsourcing from 90 to 10 per #162 TCS, Wipro, others could be at receiving end

General Motors Employees Union challenges layoff of 1,419 at Talegaon

General Motors Employees Union challenges layoff of 1,419 at Talegaon

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

GM cites global pandemic as reason for the step. Firm had stopped selling cars in India in 2017 and stopped production completely on December 24, 2020.

General Motors sales zoom 112.6% in August

General Motors sales zoom 112.6% in August

Rediff.com1 Sep 2003

General Motors India on Monday said its car sales soared by 112.6 per cent in August on good demand of the new premium mid-size model Chevrolet Optra.

Gujarat ATS Seizes Rs 1,150 Crore Cocaine Consignment

Gujarat ATS Seizes Rs 1,150 Crore Cocaine Consignment

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Gujarat ATS and Indian Coast Guard seized 115 kg of cocaine worth nearly Rs 1,150 crore from a vessel off Mundra port, arresting three foreign nationals and disrupting an international drug trafficking network.

Gujarat ATS Seizes Huge Cocaine Haul Off Mundra Port

Gujarat ATS Seizes Huge Cocaine Haul Off Mundra Port

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Gujarat ATS and the Indian Coast Guard seized 115 kg of cocaine valued at nearly Rs 1,150 crore from a vessel off Mundra port and apprehended three foreign nationals.

General Motors, Maruti follow trend, hike car prices

General Motors, Maruti follow trend, hike car prices

Rediff.com6 Jan 2015

General Motors India on Tuesday increased vehicle prices by up to Rs 61,000 in order to partially offset the impact of rising input costs and expiry of reduced excise duty concessions.

General Motors appoints Mary Barra as chairman

General Motors appoints Mary Barra as chairman

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

Much of Mary Barra's first year as CEO was spent dealing with crisis.

GST rationalisation, equity volatility to hit insurers' Q4FY26 profitability

GST rationalisation, equity volatility to hit insurers' Q4FY26 profitability

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Indian insurance companies are bracing for reduced profitability in Q4FY26, primarily due to the rationalisation of GST on retail life and health policies, leading to a loss of input tax credit, coupled with volatility in equity markets impacting investment income.

When Will India Produce A Trillion-Dollar Company?

When Will India Produce A Trillion-Dollar Company?

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India's first trillion-dollar company will be built on technology it owns, not just operates, predicts Ajay Kumar.

US missile-destroyer intercepts Iranian ship amid naval blockade

US missile-destroyer intercepts Iranian ship amid naval blockade

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

The United States Central Command confirmed that the USS Rafael Peralta intercepted an Iranian-flagged ship, enforcing a maritime blockade against Iran. The US military is prepared to resume major combat operations if ordered by the President.

General Motors to invest Rs 1 bn in Gujarat faci

General Motors to invest Rs 1 bn in Gujarat faci

Rediff.com24 Mar 2006

General Motors will invest Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) in its manufacturing facility at Halol in Gujarat, for penetrating into the Indian small car segment, company's Vice President P Balendran said on Friday.

'Don't Know Whether Vijay Understands...'

'Don't Know Whether Vijay Understands...'

Rediff.com16 May 2026

'...the enormous responsibility and faith the youth has put on his shoulders, that he is going to solve their problems.'

Maruti, General Motors hike prices by up to Rs 17,000

Maruti, General Motors hike prices by up to Rs 17,000

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

Maruti Suzuki India has hiked prices of its vehicles across all models, except the entry level sedan DZire, by up to 3.4 per cent.

Former Congress Leader Accuses Shimla Police of Abduction Attempt

Former Congress Leader Accuses Shimla Police of Abduction Attempt

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A former Congress leader from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district has accused the Shimla Police of attempting to abduct him, alleging it was directed by high-ranking officials in the state government after he was stopped for traffic violations.

General Motors India to recall 1,01,597 units of Beat diesel

General Motors India to recall 1,01,597 units of Beat diesel

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

The company said it will inspect and if necessary, replace the clutch pedal lever.

General Motors to invest Rs 1,200 cr in Pune unit

General Motors to invest Rs 1,200 cr in Pune unit

Rediff.com5 Jul 2008

Automobile giant General Motors will invest Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,200 crore (Rs 10-12 billion) to set up a power train (engine and gear box) manufacturing facility at its Talegaon Plant near Pune.

Bhavish Aggarwal's Second Coming? Ola Bets Big On Electric Motorcycles

Bhavish Aggarwal's Second Coming? Ola Bets Big On Electric Motorcycles

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Ola Electric is making a renewed push into the electric motorcycle market with aggressive pricing and in-house battery manufacturing, aiming to replicate its earlier success in electric scooters while addressing past quality and service issues.

Odisha forest department buys Mahindra Thars from disaster fund, finds CAG

Odisha forest department buys Mahindra Thars from disaster fund, finds CAG

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A special audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has revealed that Odisha's forest and environment department sidestepped central guidelines, procuring and customising Mahindra Thar SUVs worth 17 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) for forest protection, despite the funds being earmarked for 'preparedness and capacity building'.

General Motors recalls 4,000 units of diesel Sail

General Motors recalls 4,000 units of diesel Sail

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

The recall will affect 2,910 units of the sedan version of Sail and 1,090 units of compact car variant of the model.

General Motors set to storm India as Korea costs climb

General Motors set to storm India as Korea costs climb

Rediff.com4 May 2015

General Motors aims to grab at least 5 per cent market share in India within the next decade.

General Motors to hike prices by up to Rs 10,000 from Sep

General Motors to hike prices by up to Rs 10,000 from Sep

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

The company will be increasing the prices of its compact car Beat, SAIL and multi-purpose vehicle Enjoy by 1.5 per cent, which translates to a range of Rs 2,000 to Rs 10,000.

Court Acquits Nine in 2020 Delhi Riots Case Citing Lack of Specificity in Testimonies

Court Acquits Nine in 2020 Delhi Riots Case Citing Lack of Specificity in Testimonies

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted nine men in a case related to the 2020 Delhi riots, citing unreliable and general testimonies from witnesses.

515 ABW Forges Alliances to Advance Drone Manufacturing and Security

515 ABW Forges Alliances to Advance Drone Manufacturing and Security

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The 515 Army Base Workshop (ABW) in Bengaluru has signed multiple MoUs to strengthen indigenous drone manufacturing and ecosystem resilience, marking a significant step towards modernisation and self-reliance in unmanned systems.

Bengaluru Army Workshop Forges Alliances to Advance Drone Manufacturing

Bengaluru Army Workshop Forges Alliances to Advance Drone Manufacturing

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The 515 Army Base Workshop in Bengaluru has signed multiple strategic MoUs to bolster indigenous drone manufacturing and ecosystem resilience, marking a significant step towards modernisation and self-reliance in unmanned systems.

Formula One enters a new era. Here's what you need to know

Formula One enters a new era. Here's what you need to know

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

New cars, new engines, change in qualifying, one rookie are among the many updates from the 2026 F1 season.

Gulf War: Stocks That Tanked The Most

Gulf War: Stocks That Tanked The Most

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

West Asia conflict triggers sharp sell-off in Indian markets, with realty, banking and auto stocks leading losses amid energy shock fears.

Life insurers may face VNB margin squeeze

Life insurers may face VNB margin squeeze

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The loss of input tax credit (ITC) following the rationalisation of the goods and services tax (GST) on individual life and health insurance from 18 per cent to nil is may weigh on the profits of life insurers in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025-26 (FY26).

Mamata Banerjee to Hold Dharna Against Electoral Roll Deletions

Mamata Banerjee to Hold Dharna Against Electoral Roll Deletions

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is set to hold a dharna in Kolkata against alleged arbitrary deletions in the state's electoral rolls, marking a return to her roots as a street fighter and signalling a key political battle ahead of Assembly elections.

'Have Muslims Faced Problems In Maharashtra?'

'Have Muslims Faced Problems In Maharashtra?'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

'We have given riot-free Maharashtra in our 18-month rule.'

Bike taxis to resume service in Karnataka as HC lifts ban

Bike taxis to resume service in Karnataka as HC lifts ban

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Calling the decision a win for the people of Karnataka, a Rapido spokesperson said it was not just a legal victory but a milestone moment for urban mobility in the state.

10 Stocks That May Gain From Budget

10 Stocks That May Gain From Budget

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

The fiscal tilt towards capex benefits companies in investment-related sectors like capital goods, defence equipment, engineering & construction and metal & mining. The planned cut in revenue expenditure will weigh on companies in consumption sectors like FMCG, consumer durables and retail.

Motor Insurance Growth Slows Amid Weak Vehicle Sales

Motor Insurance Growth Slows Amid Weak Vehicle Sales

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'The slowdown in motor insurance premium growth is due to slower growth in vehicle sales. Also, there has been minimal hike in third-party rates in the past three years which is affecting the growth rate of third-party premiums.'