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100% FDI in telecom sector gets govt nod

100% FDI in telecom sector gets govt nod

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

The government on Wednesday notified its decision to permit 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) under automatic route in the telecom services sector. In a press note, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) said foreign investment in telecom services will be subject to the condition of Press Note 3 of 2020. Accordingly, cases requiring prior government approval under the provisions of Press Note 3 will continue to be in place.

ICICI's Chanda Kochhar is among the world's sexiest CEOs

ICICI's Chanda Kochhar is among the world's sexiest CEOs

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

Chief executive officers (CEOs) are known not just for their outstanding capabilities, they are also famous as style icons.

World Bank economist slams gender inequality in India

World Bank economist slams gender inequality in India

Rediff.com18 Jul 2012

South Asia has the highest gender inequality in the world, says Kalpana Kochhar.

Rajiv Kumar assumes charge as chief election commissioner

Rajiv Kumar assumes charge as chief election commissioner

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Kumar said the Commission will follow the time-tested methods of consultations and consensus building in bringing about any reforms and will not shy away from tough decisions, according to an Election Commission (EC) statement.

K V Kamath appointed chairperson of Rs 20,000-cr NaBFID

K V Kamath appointed chairperson of Rs 20,000-cr NaBFID

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

The government on Wednesday announced the appointment of veteran banker K V Kamath as chairperson of the newly set up Rs 20,000 crore development finance institution NaBFID to catalyse investment in the funds-starved infrastructure sector. Parliament had in March cleared the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) Bill 2021 to support the development of long-term non-recourse infrastructure financing in India, including the development of the bonds and derivatives markets necessary for infrastructure financing.

Have you heard of 'Ahimsa silk'?

Have you heard of 'Ahimsa silk'?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Silk can be eco-friendly too! Read on...

A starry evening!

A starry evening!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

The hottest new-age fashion trends and celebrity style straight from the runway.

PIX: Glamming up the runway, Prabhudeva style

PIX: Glamming up the runway, Prabhudeva style

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Archana Kochhar showed her latest line inspired by the spirit of Mumbai.

Arundhati, Chanda among 4 Indians in Forbes' new list

Arundhati, Chanda among 4 Indians in Forbes' new list

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

These women are building billion-dollar brands, calling the shots in the financial markets, and crisscrossing the globe to broker international agreements and provide aid, the magazine noted

'India needs quick and continuous decision-making'

'India needs quick and continuous decision-making'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

ICICI Bank chief Chanda Kochhar believes, India can grow if decisions on investment policy are taken quickly.

GOOD NEWS! More rate cuts by RBI likely

GOOD NEWS! More rate cuts by RBI likely

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Governor Raghuram Rajan lowered the benchmark repurchase rate to 7.75 per cent from 8 per cent, the first reduction since May 2013.

PICS: Vijender Singh packs a punch on the ramp!

PICS: Vijender Singh packs a punch on the ramp!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

The boxer made for a knockout model at Archana Kochhar's show

'What you can get away with is what matters'

'What you can get away with is what matters'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2011

Archana Kochhar showed on Day One at the Lakme Fashion Week. Femina Miss India Ankita Shorey was the showstopper for Kochhar's show that was attended by celebs such as Celina Jaitley, Bhagyashree, Parvathy Omanakuttan, Yukta Mookhey and Ayesha Takia among others.

How Chanda Kochchar changed the fortunes of ICICI Bank

How Chanda Kochchar changed the fortunes of ICICI Bank

Rediff.com21 May 2014

As she begins her second term as MD & CEO, Chanda Kochhar wants the bank to grow more than the industry not by taking on more risk but by building a strong base of customers and shunning the pell-mell marketing of credit card and personal loans to newcomers.

Net closing in on PNB, IL&FS, ICICI-Videocon, AugustaWestland

Net closing in on PNB, IL&FS, ICICI-Videocon, AugustaWestland

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

'The web of transactions is so complex that it requires expertise to understand the strategies involved in each fraud.'

India's 6 super achievers in Asia's powerful women list

India's 6 super achievers in Asia's powerful women list

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

Six Indian women have made it to Asia's most powerful women list released by Forbes.

Aditya Puri is India's highest-paid bank CEO

Aditya Puri is India's highest-paid bank CEO

Rediff.com7 Jun 2014

However, the remuneration of Puri and Kochhar are not strictly comparable as the two banks follow different accounting practices.

Sunny Leone sizzles in bridal finery

Sunny Leone sizzles in bridal finery

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

The actor unveiled a new bridal collection for Archana Kochhar.

Indian leaders who gave WEF meet a miss

Indian leaders who gave WEF meet a miss

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

While the rich and famous from across the world have assembled in Davos for their annual talk-fest and networking for business, many top Indian business leaders like Mukesh Ambani and Rahul Bajaj have given this year's WEF Annual Meeting a miss.

Covid blues: Data surge, 4G transition save telcos

Covid blues: Data surge, 4G transition save telcos

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

Among other segments, home broadband subscriptions have picked up and the virtual private network service, too, increased by around 15 per cent.

Set to grow faster, but won't sacrifice profitability: ICICI Bank

Set to grow faster, but won't sacrifice profitability: ICICI Bank

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

If India grows at 8 per cent, the Indian banks will grow much faster.

Bow wow! Dogs catwalk for a cause

Bow wow! Dogs catwalk for a cause

Rediff.com20 Feb 2017

A special show celebrating love for animals.

Pix: Hina Khan's funky avatars at Cannes

Pix: Hina Khan's funky avatars at Cannes

Rediff.com21 May 2019

Vote for your favourite Hina Khan look.

Pics: Hotties Mugdha, Kashmira set the ramp on fire!

Pics: Hotties Mugdha, Kashmira set the ramp on fire!

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

We bring you sizzling glimpses from the Blenders Pride Fashion Week, which debuted in Indore recently.

Uttarakhand tragedy: Tourism bears brunt of disaster

Uttarakhand tragedy: Tourism bears brunt of disaster

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

The tourism sector in Uttarakhand has virtually come to a halt in the wake of the deaths and destruction caused by floods and landslides.

PIX: Janhvi, Kushi, Rhea cheer for Anil Kapoor

PIX: Janhvi, Kushi, Rhea cheer for Anil Kapoor

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

Here's why the Kapoor clan is celebrating Selection Day.

RBI plans to collect information from ICICI Bank on loan to Videocon

RBI plans to collect information from ICICI Bank on loan to Videocon

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

The RBI, according to the source, wants details on the procedure followed for credit appraisal by the bank while giving loans to Videocon.

IRCTC hotel scam: CBI grills Tejashwi, Rabri Devi

IRCTC hotel scam: CBI grills Tejashwi, Rabri Devi

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

RJD leaders attacked PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar, alleging that it was a malicious exercise.

What are Madhuri, Bobby up to?

What are Madhuri, Bobby up to?

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Movie promotions, a birthday bash and more...

IMAGES: Sameera Reddy stuns in a sari!

IMAGES: Sameera Reddy stuns in a sari!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2012

Here's a look at designer Archana Kochhar's collection, presented on Day Five of Lakme Fashion Week.

ICICI Bank hopeful of single-digit interest rates

ICICI Bank hopeful of single-digit interest rates

Rediff.com5 May 2009

Hinting at easing of borrowing costs for retail and corporate customers, ICICI Bank's new chief Chanda Kochhar has expressed hope that interest rates could fall to single-digit level in the coming months.

Tejashwi, Rabri get bail in IRCTC scam case

Tejashwi, Rabri get bail in IRCTC scam case

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Special Judge Arun Bhardwaj also issued a production warrant against Prasad in the case.

Less than 8% growth will hurt India badly: Economist

Less than 8% growth will hurt India badly: Economist

Rediff.com6 Aug 2012

Potential growth in India is 8 to 8.5 per cent, says Kalpana Kochhar, World Bank's Chief Economist for South Asia.

Eight Indians in Fortune list of powerful Asia-Pacific women

Eight Indians in Fortune list of powerful Asia-Pacific women

Rediff.com21 Sep 2014

ICICI's Chanda Kochhar, ranked highest among Indian women, has been ranked second across the region

Recognise this girl?

Recognise this girl?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

It's party night for these celebs.

Hotness alert: See how this beauty flaunted her curves!

Hotness alert: See how this beauty flaunted her curves!

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

Perfect Miss India 2016 saw a bevy of celebs in attendance, strutting their stuff on the red carpet.

Oh so Sunny!

Oh so Sunny!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

Look who scorched the runway at New York Fashion Week.

Avika, Daisy, Mandana turn catwalk queens

Avika, Daisy, Mandana turn catwalk queens

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

A look at the celebs who happily sashayed down the runway at India Kids Fashion Week 2016.

Why is Ranveer Singh kissing Kabir Khan?

Why is Ranveer Singh kissing Kabir Khan?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

Ranveer and Kabir get ready to party!

ICICI Bank for more branch expansion

ICICI Bank for more branch expansion

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

The largest private sector lender is also looking to open a full-fledged branch in China, where it already has a representative office, managing director and CEO, Chanda Kochhar said during the bank's 19th annual general meeting in Vadodara.