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Gold enters long-term bull market, but...

Gold enters long-term bull market, but...

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

A substantial fluctuation is likely because for a long period gold has moved in a narrow range of $ 50-60 and at higher levels short positions were built.

'Convertibles' could replace IPO safety net

'Convertibles' could replace IPO safety net

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

After unfavourable response to the safety net, Sebi considers instruments with an option of conversion into equity.

Sebi plans Rs 1 crore reward for informers of insider trading

Sebi plans Rs 1 crore reward for informers of insider trading

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

These benefits would only be available to individuals and corporates, and professionals like auditors will not be able to use this route as they are duty-bound to report any wrongdoing.

Sebi tightens norms for FIIs

Sebi tightens norms for FIIs

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

Bans protected cell companies, seeks broad-based holdings.

Was Nirav Modi tipped off?

Was Nirav Modi tipped off?

Rediff.com7 May 2021

'One cannot avoid speculating whether there was something else at play that led to the uncovering of this saga.'

The single woman's investment guide

The single woman's investment guide

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Leading up to the International Women's Day on March 8, this is the first of a four-part series that talks about how women can invest to achieve their long-term financial goals.

Etihad set to escape open offer for Jet Airways

Etihad set to escape open offer for Jet Airways

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Current FDI norms allow a foreign airline to hold up to 49 per cent in a domestic carrier.

US keen to have a bilateral investment treaty with India

US keen to have a bilateral investment treaty with India

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Holding that transparency, predictability and upholding the rule of law are essential for better ties, a senior American diplomat today said the US is keen to restart work on a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) with India for deepening economic relationship.

Can dealing with corporate deposit fraud be cumbersome? Find out

Can dealing with corporate deposit fraud be cumbersome? Find out

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

The recent default on deposit payments by a couple of Yash Birla Group companies has brought to surface difficulties an investor has to face in recovering his money.

RBI caps withdrawals from Yes Bank; supersedes board

RBI caps withdrawals from Yes Bank; supersedes board

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

The regulatory actions, undertaken by the RBI and the government, came hours after finance ministry sources confirmed that SBI was directed to bail out the troubled lender. For the next month, Yes Bank will led by the RBI-appointed administrator Prashant Kumar, an ex-chief financial officer of SBI.

RBI not comfortable with cryptocurrenciy like Bitcoin

RBI not comfortable with cryptocurrenciy like Bitcoin

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

The RBI has been repeatedly cautioning everyone about the usage of cryptocurrencies, flagging a slew of concerns.

Why are Indian IT firms facing more US lawsuits?

Why are Indian IT firms facing more US lawsuits?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2017

Delays in promised service delivery were earlier settled between client and service provider. More organisations now opt for a legal settlement to save cost and protect investor sentiment, say analysts.

Will PMC Bank find salvation?

Will PMC Bank find salvation?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Mired in corruption, politics and with a history of suicides by its hapless depositors, PMC Bank's revival is a challenge very different from Yes Bank and LVB, both for the regulator and the rescuer, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Punit Goenka to continue as Zee MD as lenders prepare for share sale

Punit Goenka to continue as Zee MD as lenders prepare for share sale

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Goenka, who is the elder son of Essel group promoter and Zee chairman Subhash Chandra, has been MD of the media firm since January 1, 2010.

Wilful defaulters will now find it difficult to raise money

Wilful defaulters will now find it difficult to raise money

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Such measures are expected to further enhance the protection of investors in the securities market

Gold zooms to Rs 30,000, silver rises on Brexit

Gold zooms to Rs 30,000, silver rises on Brexit

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Silver surged by Rs 1,575 per kg on higher speculative and industrial offtake.

Sebi looks to preach what it practises

Sebi looks to preach what it practises

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

The agency has done five advertisements so far.

'RBI need to cut by 100 bps in one shot'

'RBI need to cut by 100 bps in one shot'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

'Rate cut should reiterate RBI's commitment in providing confidence to consumers and small business.'

FM slams unregulated players in the financial market

FM slams "unregulated" players in the financial market

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

Finance Minister P Chidambaram on Monday slammed "unregulated" players in the financial market saying their activities have adversely impacted large number of consumers.

India's tax regime and the Vodafone problem

India's tax regime and the Vodafone problem

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

The manner in which India has allowed the rule of law to be subverted for over eight years is tragic, notes former additional solicitor general of India Bishwajit Bhattacharyya.

Investment mistakes to avoid during bull runs

Investment mistakes to avoid during bull runs

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

Investing heavily in a top-performing fund during good times can cause long-term pain. Don't invest lump sum at market peaks.

Good time to dabble in cement, steel and construction stocks

Good time to dabble in cement, steel and construction stocks

Rediff.com24 Mar 2016

These three industries might offer a roller-coaster ride and stocks would have to be held for a significant time.

Buyback on cards? Infy to amend articles of association

Buyback on cards? Infy to amend articles of association

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

"Power to purchase its own equity shares or other securities by way of a buy-back arrangement has been included and provisions relating to nomination facility for shares by a shareholder have been inserted," the Infosys postal ballot notice, uploaded on the company's website, said.

Cairn Energy CEO Thomson to meet FM next week over arbitration award

Cairn Energy CEO Thomson to meet FM next week over arbitration award

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

A senior company executive said the company waited for seven years for the verdict and its shareholders needed to know when it would be concluded.

'Modi has wasted his time with religious things'

'Modi has wasted his time with religious things'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

'Outside investors don't want to get tangled up in a religious war.'

Viral Acharya's stint as RBI's deputy governor ends

Viral Acharya's stint as RBI's deputy governor ends

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

Acharya was one of the youngest deputy governors in the central bank's history and was in charge of the critical monetary policy department which also made him a part of the rate-setting panel.

Mauritius pact: 5 key areas impacted by the new protocol

Mauritius pact: 5 key areas impacted by the new protocol

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Signing of the pact will hopefully end stock market uncertainty that came with the mention of the M-name

Damage that an act of rape perpetrates on India's image is real: US

Damage that an act of rape perpetrates on India's image is real: US

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

The United States has said it is "horrified" at reports of sexual violence and murders in India and it also applauded the role of individuals, government officials and civil society groups working to protect the survivors.

'No Manmohanomics for aam aadmi-focused state'

'No Manmohanomics for aam aadmi-focused state'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

Bengal minister says Mamata's pullout from UPA will not hit capital flow.

US sues Facebook over acquiring WhatsApp, Instagram

US sues Facebook over acquiring WhatsApp, Instagram

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Social media giant accused of anti-competitive conduct by abusing its market power to create a monopoly and crushing smaller competitors.

Realty funds' rollout soon

Realty funds' rollout soon

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

Retail investors have never had it so good in terms of diverse products from mutual funds.

EU lauds India's demonetisation move; says it will help financial system

EU lauds India's demonetisation move; says it will help financial system

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

Calling India one of the most attractive investment destinations globally, vice president of European Commission Jyrki Katainen also complimented the government for its resolve to roll out the GST.

Why mutual fund houses fear losing talent

Why mutual fund houses fear losing talent

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Top officials said asking employees other than the fund management team to mandatorily invest a fifth of their salary goes against the principle of natural justice.

Volatile markets? 4 sectors that can help you reap high profits

Volatile markets? 4 sectors that can help you reap high profits

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Have conviction in your bets and use stop-loss as a defence mechanism to curtail losses.

4 things to know before investing in ULIPs

4 things to know before investing in ULIPs

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Investing in a Unit Linked Insurance Plan increases your life cover and also helps you save tax, says Vivek Jain.

Vodafone threatens to drag govt to global arbitration

Vodafone threatens to drag govt to global arbitration

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

Dutch subsidiary Vodafone International Holdings BV on Tuesday severed a notice of dispute on the Indian government regarding proposals in the Finance Bill 2012 which it claimed violated the international legal protections granted Vodafone and other international investors in India.

Stock market crash: Five blunders to avoid

Stock market crash: Five blunders to avoid

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

Take calculated, not blind risks, suggests Ramalingam K.

How India can hurt China without going to war

How India can hurt China without going to war

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

The time is ripe to extend the confrontation with the Chinese to the maritime domain, says former RA&W officer Krishan Varma.

Now trending: Board-managed companies

Now trending: Board-managed companies

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

More and more the buck will stop at the board. Look no further than Infosys, says Amit Tendon.

Chinese broker cashes in on doped-up stock markets

Chinese broker cashes in on doped-up stock markets

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

The sector has become a serial capital issuer.