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Sensex, Nifty log best day in over 10 years; investors eye stimulus package

Sensex, Nifty log best day in over 10 years; investors eye stimulus package

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

Reliance Industries was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying up to 15 per cent, followed by Kotak Bank, Maruti, HDFC twins, Titan, L&T and Axis Bank. On the other hand, IndusInd Bank, ONGC, ITC and Bajaj Auto closed with losses. the NSE Nifty settled 516.80 points, or 6.62 per cent, up at 8,317.85.

'Two sectors that could have saved the day for India are in a mess'

'Two sectors that could have saved the day for India are in a mess'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

Naik is passionate about protecting India's manufacturing sector from the onslaught of Chinese imports.

L&T-led consortium bags Oman airport order

L&T-led consortium bags Oman airport order

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

A consortium of India's largest engineering company Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and non-resident Keralite (NRK) businessman P Mohamed Al-led Galfar Engineering & Contracting has bagged the design and development order for the New Salalah International Airport in the Sultanate of Oman for $764 million (Rs 3,452 crore).

Markets end with modest gains; financial stocks extend rally

Markets end with modest gains; financial stocks extend rally

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Bajaj Finance was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying over 4 per cent, followed by SBI, Tech Mahindra, Asian Paints, Bajaj Finserv, IndusInd Bank, ICICI Bank and M&M.

Sensex, Nifty log best single-day gains in 7 weeks

Sensex, Nifty log best single-day gains in 7 weeks

Rediff.com17 May 2021

IndusInd Bank was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying over 7 per cent, followed by SBI, ICICI Bank, HDFC twins, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finserv and UltraTech Cement. NSE Nifty soared 245.35 points to 14,923.15.

Markets ride on HDFC twins, RIL; Sensex up 499 pts

Markets ride on HDFC twins, RIL; Sensex up 499 pts

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

Axis Bank was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, soaring over 6 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finserv, HDFC, Bajaj Finance, ITC, IndusInd Bank, SBI, ICICI Bank and Reliance Industries.

Ram Temple project likely to cost Rs 1,100 cr: Trust official

Ram Temple project likely to cost Rs 1,100 cr: Trust official

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

The construction of the Ram Temple complex in Ayodhya, including the main structure, is estimated to cost around Rs 1,100 crore and is expected to be completed in three-and-a-half years, said the treasurer of the trust overseeing the project on Monday.

Sensex, Nifty log longest rising streak since mid-March

Sensex, Nifty log longest rising streak since mid-March

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Yes Bank was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying up to 8.44 per cent, followed by Maruti, PowerGrid, NTPC, L&T and SBI.

L&T okays Rs 9,000 crore buyback offer, its first in 80 years

L&T okays Rs 9,000 crore buyback offer, its first in 80 years

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

According to current regulations, a company's buyback offer size cannot exceed 25 per cent of its paid up capital plus reserves

India to make its own GSLV-Mk III and SSLV: DoS

India to make its own GSLV-Mk III and SSLV: DoS

Rediff.com19 Sep 2021

The Department of Space (DoS) plans to realise entirely-built rockets -- GSLV-Mk III and SSLV -- from Indian industry partners, in addition to PSLV, according to a top official of its commercial arm NSIL.

MF investments for moderate risk takers

MF investments for moderate risk takers

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Sensex, Nifty race to over 1-week high amid global stock rally

Sensex, Nifty race to over 1-week high amid global stock rally

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

The 30-share BSE Sensex surged by 477.24 points or 0.83 per cent to close at more than one-week high of 57,897.48. As many as 28 of its constituents closed with gains while two declined. The broad-based Nifty of the National Stock Exchange rose by 147.20 points or 0.86 per cent to settle 17,233.45, tracking gains in Sun Pharma, Asian Paints, and Reliance Industries.

Army deploys K-9 Vajra howitzers in Ladakh, more orders possible

Army deploys K-9 Vajra howitzers in Ladakh, more orders possible

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

As Indian Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane inducted the last of the 100 K-9 Vajra guns ordered, three of these howitzers have been deployed for trials in high altitude mountainous area of Ladakh.

Sensex shoots up 481 points; Nifty reclaims 11,300-level

Sensex shoots up 481 points; Nifty reclaims 11,300-level

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

In the Sensex pack, Bharti Airtel was the top performer, surging 4.61%. Other gainers included ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, L&T, Sun Pharma, RIL, HDFC duo, Tata Motors and M&M -- climbing up to 3.69%.

L&T floats power generation firm

L&T floats power generation firm

Rediff.com21 Dec 2007

Engineering firm Larsen and Toubro (L&T) on Friday said it has floated a power generation arm called L&T Power Development and would invest Rs 20,000 crore (Rs 200 billion) in the new company.

L&T 'sensors' climate change

L&T 'sensors' climate change

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

L&T's gameplan is simple: if the government has committed to a 20-25 per cent cut in emission intensity, L&T has to aim for a much higher reduction, so that even if smaller companies take time to come up the curve, the average emission cut would reach the level that the government wants.

Sensex drops 132 pts after RBI policy; banking stocks drag

Sensex drops 132 pts after RBI policy; banking stocks drag

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

Nestle India was the top laggard in the Sensex pack, shedding around 2 per cent, followed by SBI, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries, HUL and Dr Reddy's. NSE Nifty slipped 20.10 points to 15,670.25.

Sensex gives up all gains to end 299 points lower

Sensex gives up all gains to end 299 points lower

Rediff.com23 May 2019

IndusInd Bank was the biggest gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying 5.23 per cent, followed by Hero MotoCorp, Coal India, Yes Bank, PowerGrid, ICICI Bank, HCL Tech, L&T, Kotak Bank and Bharti Airtel, rising up to 1.56 per cent.

Isro propels India Inc's space ambitions

Isro propels India Inc's space ambitions

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

A symbol of self-reliance, India's space endeavours are a model for public-private partnership.

Sensex pares gains, ends up 693 points

Sensex pares gains, ends up 693 points

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Top gainers in the Sensex pack included Infosys, Bajaj Finance, Maruti, HUL, HCL Tech and Reliance Industries, while M&M, IndusInd Bank, ITC, PowerGrid and L&T were among the losers. The NSE Nifty settled 190.80 points, or 2.51 per cent, down at 7,801.05.

Budget: Concessional rate dumped, foreign dividends now under tax ambit

Budget: Concessional rate dumped, foreign dividends now under tax ambit

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Concessional rate of tax on dividends received by Indian companies from foreign subsidiaries will be done away with from April 1, a change that may hamper global expansion of Indian companies and compel some firms to move their headquarters out of India to geographies such as Singapore and Dubai. At present, dividends received by Indian companies from their foreign subsidiaries are subject to a concessional tax rate of 15 per cent under Section 115BBD of the Income Tax (I-T) Act. The provisions of this section shall not apply from assessment year 2023-24 onwards, according to the Finance Bill.

Sensex, Nifty end marginally lower; L&T rallies over 4%

Sensex, Nifty end marginally lower; L&T rallies over 4%

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Bharti Airtel was the top laggard in the Sensex pack, shedding over 2 per cent, followed by Sun Pharma, ITC, SBI, Axis Bank, HDFC twins and Nestle India.

HDFC, HIREF to buy 25% stake in L&T-UIL

HDFC, HIREF to buy 25% stake in L&T-UIL

Rediff.com27 Jun 2006

Larsen & Toubro Ltd said on Tuesday the country's leading housing finance company Housing Development Finance Corporation and HDFC India Real Estate Fund will acquire a 25 per cent stake in L&T Urban Infrastructure Ltd.

Stock markets in turmoil: What should you do?

Stock markets in turmoil: What should you do?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

Analysts caution against volatility and recommend buying stocks of companies that are on strong fundamental footing that have been beaten down badly in the recent carnage.

Sensex plunges 600 pts; Nifty cracks below 11,750

Sensex plunges 600 pts; Nifty cracks below 11,750

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

IndusInd Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding over 3 per cent, followed by HDFC, ICICI Bank, Tech Mahindra, Bajaj Finance, UltraTech Cement and Tata Steel. On the other hand, Bharti Airtel was the top gainer, rallying more than 4 per cent.

Payment hiccups worries L&T Infra Finance

Payment hiccups worries L&T Infra Finance

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Five to eight per cent of projects from the loan portfolio of L&T Infrastructure Finance face a payment problem, says its chief executive officer, Suneet K Maheshwari.

Sensex tanks 422 points; Reliance sinks nearly 4%

Sensex tanks 422 points; Reliance sinks nearly 4%

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

Nestle India, HCL Tech, M&M, HDFC Bank, Maruti and Tech Mahindra were also among the losers. NSE Nifty tumbled 97.70 points to 11,202.85.

Mid-sized firms join the hiring game

Mid-sized firms join the hiring game

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

Mid-sized IT firms have stepped up hiring in the current fiscal year, adding more than half as many employees in the first quarter of FY19 as compared to the whole of the previous financial year. This momentum is likely to continue for the rest of 2018-19 (FY19) as well.

L&T arm to sell 21.6% stake for Rs 550 crore

L&T arm to sell 21.6% stake for Rs 550 crore

Rediff.com22 Apr 2006

L&T-Infrastructure Development Projects Limited will divest 21.6 per cent stake to Silver Peak Investments (Mauritius) and an India Development Fund-led consortium for Rs 550 crore.

Sensex, Nifty turn cautious, end flat

Sensex, Nifty turn cautious, end flat

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Heavyweights such as Coal India, L&T and SBI ran up losses, taking cues from overseas markets.

MF Guru: With Rs 1 cr, how should I plan my retirement?

MF Guru: With Rs 1 cr, how should I plan my retirement?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Sensex plunges 434 points post RBI policy; rate-sensitive stocks tank

Sensex plunges 434 points post RBI policy; rate-sensitive stocks tank

Rediff.com4 Oct 2019

Top laggards in the Sensex pack included Kotak Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Tata Motors, L&T, SBI, Tata Steel and Axis Bank, falling up to 3.46 per cent.

Markets succumb to late sell-off; Sensex ends down 87 points

Markets succumb to late sell-off; Sensex ends down 87 points

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

Top losers in the Sensex pack on Friday included Bajaj Finance, ONGC, IndusInd Bank, PowerGrid, L&T, Axis Bank, NTPC, Bharti Airtel, HDFC, HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank, falling up to 2.08 per cent.

L&T Finance to buy Future's 50% stake in insurance biz

L&T Finance to buy Future's 50% stake in insurance biz

Rediff.com26 Mar 2013

In Nov last year, L&T Finance Holdings had told BSE it was not eligible to be the sponsor of an insurance business, as it was a subsidiary of L&T under the Irda norms

Canadian pension manager CPPIB may invest more in India

Canadian pension manager CPPIB may invest more in India

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

CPPIB, which started investing in the country in 2009, has invested in Kotak Mahindra Bank, L&T Infrastructure Development Projects, online education firm Byju's, energy company ReNew Power, logistics firm Delhivery, among others.

Is the tide turning for real estate?

Is the tide turning for real estate?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2012

Analysts have turned bullish after success of some big launches and revival of home sales. There is optimism on rate cuts by RBI and hope for lower inflation; which may renew buyers' interest in real estate in coming months.

'Are my MF returns beating inflation?'

'Are my MF returns beating inflation?'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

L&T Construction bags $1,403-mn Riyadh metro order

L&T Construction bags $1,403-mn Riyadh metro order

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

This order is a part of the $5,941.93 million or Rs 35,000-crore (Rs 350-billion) project, which is to be implemented in 4 years.

L&T rules out taking over Satyam

L&T rules out taking over Satyam

Rediff.com8 Jan 2009

The official said that L&T did not jack up its stake in Satyam in recent times and the stake the group owns was acquired in phases from the secondary market. Speculations were rife that the engineering major might look at acquiring Satyam in order to strengthen its presence in the information and technology arena where it has presence through L&T Infotech, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the group.