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$14-mn penalty too high: Rajat Gupta tells court

$14-mn penalty too high: Rajat Gupta tells court

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

Gupta's lawyer Seth Waxman argued his case during a hearing before a three-judge panel of the 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals in New York on Monday.

Budget 2023-24: T V Somanathan to Ajay Seth, meet the FM's crack squad

Budget 2023-24: T V Somanathan to Ajay Seth, meet the FM's crack squad

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Coming Wednesday, Finance Minister (FM) Nirmala Sitharaman will present the 2023 Union Budget - the last full Budget ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. While India exited 2022 as a relatively bright spot in the global economy, the FM will endeavour to present a Budget that insulates India's economy against global headwinds and recession in advanced economies, while sticking to the path of fiscal consolidation. In this, she is being helped by her core team of trusted advisors.

BSE's Rs 1,500-cr IPO to open on January 23

BSE's Rs 1,500-cr IPO to open on January 23

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

The shares - close to 30% of the total holding - are expected to list on rival National Stock Exchange on or around February 3.

Investments in Uber's Indian rivals uncertain after taxi app ban

Investments in Uber's Indian rivals uncertain after taxi app ban

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

Investments are at risk if operators are unable to resolve concerns of authorities and customers after the rape accusation.

Top Navy commanders in 3-day meet as China nibbles at IOR

Top Navy commanders in 3-day meet as China nibbles at IOR

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

The Indian Navy on Monday unveiled a 15-year plan to boost maritime infrastructure even as Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar said the force is working with the Army and the IAF to ensure tri-services jointness and integration to meet future challenges.

5 investment risks to be aware of

5 investment risks to be aware of

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

Several types of investment risks can threaten your portfolio -- some are easier to avoid than others

Modi, Biden discuss N-energy, 6G and AI; vow to 'deepen, diversity' defence ties

Modi, Biden discuss N-energy, 6G and AI; vow to 'deepen, diversity' defence ties

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

In a post on X, Modi said, "Happy to have welcomed @POTUS @JoeBiden to 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. Our meeting was very productive."

Sunil Mittal's son Shravin ups his reputation as VC investor

Sunil Mittal's son Shravin ups his reputation as VC investor

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Shravin Mittal's venture capital firm, Unbound Advisors, has made investments worth over $500 million so far

Is it the right time to invest in gold?

Is it the right time to invest in gold?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Given the uncertainties around gold's future course, stagger your purchases and buy on declines, says Sanjay Kumar Singh.

US-64 windfall: Be age wise before investing

US-64 windfall: Be age wise before investing

Rediff.com30 May 2008

These tax-free bonds were issued in 2003 to bail out Unit Trust of India's flagship scheme US-64, which got into trouble because of lack of transparency in its portfolio composition and investment strategy. Now these investors will finally get their due. And if you are among those, who have still not decided on what should be done with this windfall, financial advisors say the money should be channelled in instruments depending upon your age and risk profile.

This investment banker has Mumbai bhel for lunch

This investment banker has Mumbai bhel for lunch

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

Gaurav Deepak has raised funds for about 100 new-age entrepreneurs.

ISB professor Krishnamurthy Subramanian is India's new chief economic advisor

ISB professor Krishnamurthy Subramanian is India's new chief economic advisor

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

A PhD from Chicago-Booth and a top-ranking IIT-IIM alumnus, Krishnamurthy Subramanian is one of the world's leading experts in banking, corporate governance and economic policy

Public investment to help fight slowdown

Public investment to help fight slowdown

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

The government had committed to increasing spending in infrastructure

Piramal, Dutch fund tie up for $1 bn infra investment

Piramal, Dutch fund tie up for $1 bn infra investment

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

Piramal, controlled by billionaire Ajay Piramal, and APG will invest in local infrastructure companies through rupee-denominated mezzanine instruments.

Paytm to foray into financial services sector

Paytm to foray into financial services sector

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

Paytm plans to launch mutual funds, insurance and banking services and s also providing the option to transact offline with a physical debit card

Can Nifty 50 Hit 21,000 By Diwali?

Can Nifty 50 Hit 21,000 By Diwali?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

'Some risks to this market rally include inflation, erratic weather conditions, rising crude prices, slowing global growth and the resultant impact on domestic exports, escalation in geopolitical tensions.'

Why small investors must avoid gilt funds

Why small investors must avoid gilt funds

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

If you are a retail investor, you can allocate a portion of the portfolio to the medium- to long-term debt fund category instead of gilt funds.

Loan against MF? Yes, and it's online too

Loan against MF? Yes, and it's online too

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Customers need to weigh whether they will be better off selling their mutual fund holdings or taking a loan against it.

Long Term Investor? Small-Cap Funds Best Bet

Long Term Investor? Small-Cap Funds Best Bet

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Over longer periods of three, five and 10 years, small-cap funds have rewarded their investors handsomely.

'Public investment to be main fuel for India's growth'

'Public investment to be main fuel for India's growth'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

The report stated the 2013 land Act was a step forward.

The best way to invest in the market

The best way to invest in the market

Rediff.com30 Jun 2006

Budget 2023: FM May Go Slow On Capex

Budget 2023: FM May Go Slow On Capex

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

For fiscal year FY23, the 2022 Union Budget had targeted a capex outlay of Rs 7.5 trillion, which is 35.4 per cent higher than the FY22 Budget Estimate of Rs 5.54 trillion.

Want To Replicate Celebrity Investors?

Want To Replicate Celebrity Investors?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

While the purchases of celebrity investors become public knowledge, what is not known is the price point at which they bought them.

10% stake in HDFC Capital sold to ADIA for Rs 184 crore

10% stake in HDFC Capital sold to ADIA for Rs 184 crore

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Mortgage firm HDFC Ltd on Wednesday announced sale of a 10 per cent stake in its private equity arm HDFC Capital Advisors to a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) for about Rs 184 crore. ADIA is also the primary investor in the alternative investment funds managed by $3 billion-HDFC Capital. Set up in 2016, HDFC Capital is the investment manager to HDFC Capital Affordable Real Estate Funds 1, 2 and 3; and is aligned with the government's goal to increase housing supply and support the Pradhan MantriAwas Yojana - 'Housing for All' initiative, HDFC Ltd said in a statement.

Russian energy giant Rosneft appoints first Indian on its board

Russian energy giant Rosneft appoints first Indian on its board

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Russian energy giant Rosneft has appointed a former Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) director to its board in signs it may be looking at boosting trade links with India. G K Satish, who retired as director for business development at IOC in 2021, is one of the three new faces appointed to the 11-strong board of directors of Rosneft, according to a statement issued by the Russian firm. Satish, 62, is the first Indian to be appointed to the board of Rosneft.

SoftBank invests Rs 100 cr more in Housing.com

SoftBank invests Rs 100 cr more in Housing.com

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

The Rs 100 crore infusion will well-capitalise the company to drive its new strategy and growth plans.

Investment advice: Try e-commerce for good returns

Investment advice: Try e-commerce for good returns

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

These stocks are overvalued and, therefore, one should not adopt a buy and hold strategy.

India is an imp destination for PE investments: Creador Fund

India is an imp destination for PE investments: Creador Fund

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

The market continues to remain highly competitive relative to Indonesia and Malaysia, says Anand Narayan, senior managing director of Creador Advisors.

Investment bankers face rough weather

Investment bankers face rough weather

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

No respite in sight as not many big deals, initial public offerings in pipeline.

Stock market woes driving MF investors to safe havens

Stock market woes driving MF investors to safe havens

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Equity flows have been under pressure since the second half of 2018, after the IL&FS crisis sent shockwaves in both equity and debt markets.

Why Multi-Cap Funds Are Best Bet

Why Multi-Cap Funds Are Best Bet

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Enter multi-cap funds only if you can stay invested for the long term.

Going for a fancy home loan scheme? Read this

Going for a fancy home loan scheme? Read this

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Look at effective interest rate on home loan offers. Availing of ICICI Bank's cashback offer will mean you lose the flexibility to switch or prepay the loan, reports Sanjay Kumar Singh

It's time to say 'bye' to your money advisor, when...

It's time to say 'bye' to your money advisor, when...

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

You start hearing financial jargons and promises of the moon from him

Is The Economy Growing Or Slowing?

Is The Economy Growing Or Slowing?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

A careful reading of the national income accounts suggests that after a strong recovery from the pandemic, there has been a significant ebbing of dynamism over the last three quarters to more modest levels recently, note Arvind Subramanian and Josh Felman.

'We don't invest in e-commerce firms that are bleeding'

'We don't invest in e-commerce firms that are bleeding'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

'We look at firms that can be regional or global leaders.'

India overtakes China in value of fintech deals

India overtakes China in value of fintech deals

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

With around 33 deals valued at USD 647.5 million, India has the highest investment in the fintech segment compared to China's USD 284.9 million during the quarter ended June 30, 2020, the report released by RBSA Advisors said.

Ajay Banga becomes first Indian-American to head World Bank

Ajay Banga becomes first Indian-American to head World Bank

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Ajay Banga was on Wednesday appointed the next president of the World Bank, becoming the first-ever Indian-American to head the global financial institution which said it looks forward to working with him at a time when it's tackling the toughest development challenges facing developing countries. "The executive directors of the World Bank today selected Ajay Banga as president of the World Bank for a five-year term beginning June 2, 2023," the bank said in a press statement. In February, President Joe Biden announced that the US would be nominating Banga, 63, to lead the World Bank because he is "well equipped" to lead the global institution at "this critical moment in history."

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Which's Better?

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Which's Better?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Your financial goals are of utmost importance and the tax saving is an added incentive, advises Dwaipayan Bose.

How chatbots, AI and big data are changing investing habits

How chatbots, AI and big data are changing investing habits

Rediff.com9 Sep 2018

Thousands of retail investors are reaping the benefits of the disruption that the latest technologies have brought to the equity market. Brokerage firms are aggressively investing in technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data and analytics, social media, chatbots, virtual assistants and so on.

Major PSU banks to go live on account aggregator system by July-end

Major PSU banks to go live on account aggregator system by July-end

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

After the finance minister directed public sector banks to join the account aggregator (AA) ecosystem, 5-6 major ones, including State Bank of India (SBI) and Bank of Baroda are expected to go live by July-end. Sahmati, an industry alliance for the AA ecosystem, has been working with PSU banks to get them onboarded for quite some time now. So far, Union Bank of India and Punjab National Bank (PNB) have gone live on the AA ecosystem. While Union Bank has been live for a while, PNB went live earlier this month.