News for 'Jyoti Mukul'

Punia, Panghal picked for Asian Wrestling Championship

Punia, Panghal picked for Asian Wrestling Championship

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

World Championships medallists Deepak Punia and Antim Panghal were among 30 Indian wrestlers selected for the Senior Asian Championships to be held in Amman, Jordan from March 25-30.

Antim Panghal, Deepak Punia Lead Indian Contingent at Asian Wrestling Championships

Antim Panghal, Deepak Punia Lead Indian Contingent at Asian Wrestling Championships

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

After a disappointing 2024 season, the senior Asian Championships will provide an opportunity for Indian wrestlers like Antim Panghal and Deepak Punia to make a fresh start.

UPA's Aadhar: Should next govt take onus of reviving it?

UPA's Aadhar: Should next govt take onus of reviving it?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

Perhaps the change brought about in the cooking gas economy will not lose its momentum if the next government proves forward-thinking enough to improve on one of the UPA's solid achievements.

Essar Oil bullish after acquiring UK's Stanlow

Essar Oil bullish after acquiring UK's Stanlow

Rediff.com18 Apr 2011

IEA has forecast that in 2011 demand will grow by 1.4 million bpd to 89.4 million bpd.

Should Aadhaar be made mandatory?

Should Aadhaar be made mandatory?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

The concept of Aadhaar (the Hindi word for basis or foundation) has evolved since it was introduced in 2009.

'We are investing in unconventional oil and gas'

'We are investing in unconventional oil and gas'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

As it gets ready for disinvestment of 10 per cent government equity through the offer-of-sale route in January, T K Ananth Kumar, director (finance), tells Jyoti Mukul the company is one of the cheapest explorers and producers of oil and gas, but awaits more predictability in the government-subsidy sharing mechanism.

Why Moily is in a hurry to clear big projects

Why Moily is in a hurry to clear big projects

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

With only months to go for the general elections, the new environment minister has gone into overdrive to clear projects.

'All fuels should be sold at market price'

'All fuels should be sold at market price'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2011

When people get used to something, they want more of it. But gas will always be short in India. All estimates of gas demand are hugely pessimistic.

'Petrol price deregulation is not enough'

'Petrol price deregulation is not enough'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2010

In an interview with Ajay Modi & Jyoti Mukul, ONGC chairman R S Sharma says uncertainties continue in the business even after decontrol of petrol prices.

Petronet profits double

Petronet profits double

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

There was a time when gas was offered to India at a cheaper price but we could not close those deals.

Mining: What the govt plans to do

Mining: What the govt plans to do

Rediff.com11 May 2011

Formulating changes in any law having wide-ranging social consequences is bound to be a tightrope walk for the government.

'Wealth doesn't create roads; roads create wealth'

'Wealth doesn't create roads; roads create wealth'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2009

In an interview with Mihir Mishra and Jyoti Mukul, Nath, who as the commerce and industry minister in the previous United Progressive Alliance government was part of the fire-fighting to minimise impact of the slowdown, says that the current year will be better than the last year.

'Anil Ambani is targetting me, my family'

'Anil Ambani is targetting me, my family'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

In a free-wheeling interview with Jyoti Mukul, Sibal makes a case for his innocence and blames the media campaign by the Anil Ambani group for the current controversy.

India, a top investment hotspot for Alstom

India, a top investment hotspot for Alstom

Rediff.com13 Apr 2011

Started in 1857, Alstom is one of the grand old companies of Europe.

'Only tax breaks may not draw investors'

'Only tax breaks may not draw investors'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2009

'If I were in the Indian government, I would look at the growth projections in the next year. If it is a good and normal growth number, I would go for roll back.'

FM on how the govt plans to tackle inflation

FM on how the govt plans to tackle inflation

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

Taking into account all the increases, inflation will be around 0.4 per cent in the wholesale price index, says Pranab Mukherjee.

'In 3 years, India's infrastructure will be on par with the US'

'In 3 years, India's infrastructure will be on par with the US'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

'We completed Rs 17 trillion worth of projects in the first term and currently Rs 9 trillion worth of contracts are under construction.'

Why ICICI Bank chose Girish Chaturvedi as its chairman

Why ICICI Bank chose Girish Chaturvedi as its chairman

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

The ICICI board is looking to the retired petroleum secretary to provide 'maturity and sagacity'.

Questions remain over why ONGC personnel ignored Tauktae warning

Questions remain over why ONGC personnel ignored Tauktae warning

Rediff.com20 May 2021

It looks unlikely that a proper plan was in place or else the deaths could have been averted, reports Jyoti Mukul.

Covid-hit India needs 5000 tonnes of medical oxygen a day

Covid-hit India needs 5000 tonnes of medical oxygen a day

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

According to industry figures, the pre-Covid demand for liquid medical oxygen (LMO) before the pandemic was 700 tonnes per day across the country. Now, with the second wave, the demand has gone up more than seven times, reports Jyoti Mukul.

'Scrapping centres will be an industry'

'Scrapping centres will be an industry'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

'Our automakers export 50 per cent of what they manufacture and once the policy comes into play, which is in the next 2-3 years, we would become a Rs 10 trillion industry.'

How india Inc biggies are going green

How india Inc biggies are going green

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

India's traditional companies are now moving full scale into the renewable and alternative energy space that had been dominated by smaller players over the past decade. Companies such as government-owned NTPC and the Adani and the Tata groups restructured their businesses well in time to become major players in the green space. At the same time, other conventional companies, such as Larsen & Toubro and Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), which have a presence both in the energy sector as well as myriad other activities - construction, technology and retailing - are tying up with new-age companies to hitch a ride to a greener path.

Commercial mining should be permitted: Former coal secretary

Commercial mining should be permitted: Former coal secretary

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

It is up to the government to take a decision on this before it starts auctioning.

Allowance to buy Sakshi daily: SC seeks Andhra reply on Eenadu plea

Allowance to buy Sakshi daily: SC seeks Andhra reply on Eenadu plea

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

A bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices PS Narasimha and JB Pardiwala took note of the submissions made by senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, who appeared in the matter on behalf of Ushodaya Publications, which owns Eenadu, that the GO violated the fundamental rights to equality and freedom of speech and expression.

Cheaper, faster way to Make in India

Cheaper, faster way to Make in India

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

At present, less than one per cent of manufacturing GDP comes from automation in India.

Why defence manufacturing fights an uphill battle

Why defence manufacturing fights an uphill battle

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

The defence sector is seeing renewed interest by Indian corporates, says Jyoti Mukul

Naveen Jindal unhappy with coal verdict, to seek legal help

Naveen Jindal unhappy with coal verdict, to seek legal help

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

With the Supreme Court (SC) cancelling captive coal block allocations, Jindal Steel & Power Limited will be the worst-affected company.

India Inc hopes for economic revival under NDA 2.0

India Inc hopes for economic revival under NDA 2.0

Rediff.com24 May 2019

Corporate leaders said a stable government at the Centre will help boost infrastructure spend, address agricultural distress, and encouraging employment.

Mobility is the new driver for IT, digital tech

Mobility is the new driver for IT, digital tech

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

The reason for digital and IT interventions increasingly being adopted is not just the change in ways commuters move but also the mode on which this transport moves, says Jyoti Mukul.

'Farmers will give response to Mamata govt'

'Farmers will give response to Mamata govt'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

'A sum of Rs 6,000 a year is very significant for a small farmer whose land holding is very small and whose produce is very small. All these calculations on a daily basis are extremely unfortunate and an insult to farmers.'

'Will tackle power crisis in Delhi, tariff may be revised'

'Will tackle power crisis in Delhi, tariff may be revised'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Power Minister Piyush Goyal is keen to revive the energy sector.

'Will tackle power crisis in Delhi, tariff may be revised'

'Will tackle power crisis in Delhi, tariff may be revised'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Power Minister Piyush Goyal is keen to revive the energy sector.

People's movement lights up rural households

People's movement lights up rural households

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Around 80 million rural households are estimated to have no access to grid power.

A Yojana way to 2nd term?

A Yojana way to 2nd term?

Rediff.com27 May 2018

Can welfare schemes truly transform from being flagship to flag-bearers for a government that is looking to get a second term in 2019?

A Babaji ki booti to cure the incurable?

A Babaji ki booti to cure the incurable?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

If Ramdev weren't a Baba, but a mere salesman, what would he make of a medicine or a herb named Putrajeevak Beej.

From defence to insurance, GE is banking on tech to boost growth

From defence to insurance, GE is banking on tech to boost growth

Rediff.com5 May 2018

Six months into his new role, Vishal Wanchoo, president and chief executive officer, GE, South Asia, speaks to Jyoti Mukul about how its horizontal business lines of additives and digital are playing across its verticals.

The MAGIC Of Bappi Lahiri

The MAGIC Of Bappi Lahiri

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Bappida's softer more creative work got buried in the noise, rues Subhash K Jha as he picks the late lamented composer's most soulful songs.

How Gadkari plans to change the way you travel

How Gadkari plans to change the way you travel

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari known for promoting innovative ideas in transportation, created a stir some time back when he pitched for 100 per cent electric mobility by 2030. In an interview with Megha Manchanda & Jyoti Mukul, he talks about the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) and electric vehicles.

3 reasons why fall in crude prices won't benefit India

3 reasons why fall in crude prices won't benefit India

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Usually, a fall in oil prices is followed with a cut in retail prices of auto fuels and the government passes on the benefit to consumers. However, Morgan Stanley believes gains this time around will remain capped.

Coming of the second 'Bombay Club'

Coming of the second 'Bombay Club'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

Besides the manufacturing industry, voices in favouring the need for protectionism have also been heard from local start-ups, which at times find it tough to compete with global players that entered India with deep pockets.