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10 stocks you can bet on

10 stocks you can bet on

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

These consistent performers are expected to maintain momentum.

Fit-again Saina hopes to repeat 2010 CWG success at Gold Coast

Fit-again Saina hopes to repeat 2010 CWG success at Gold Coast

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

Memories of a path-breaking gold medal at the 2010 Commonwealth Games are still fresh in her mind as Saina Nehwal embarks on a quest to regain the title at the Gold Coast Games starting next week.

Long weekend, discounts boost sales for travel sites

Long weekend, discounts boost sales for travel sites

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Online travel portals have seen a surge in bookings aided by several rounds of discount offers and a strong demand over the festival weekend.

Now, Nano plant and Jamnagar refinery are tourist attractions

Now, Nano plant and Jamnagar refinery are tourist attractions

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

Different circuits have been designed, depending on the tourists' preference, connecting the Rann Utsav at Kutch with the ports at Mundra and Kandla.

Hotels plan to switch back to dollar rates for foreigners

Hotels plan to switch back to dollar rates for foreigners

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Over 60-70% of the guests at five-star hotels are foreigners. However, hotels say, if dollar remains at this level, the mix could change.

Preeti Shenoy: Swimming with the dolphins

Preeti Shenoy: Swimming with the dolphins

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

What if a celebrity told you about their favourite holiday destination? Told you about all the things they like to do there -- be it tasting the local cuisine, indulging in leisure activities or haunting museums.

Stocks you must buy, hold or exit in the New Year

Stocks you must buy, hold or exit in the New Year

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Ajit Mishra, Vice President, Research, Religare Broking, answers readers's queries on stocks they own or want to buy.

As Indians fly more, AAI clocks record revenue

As Indians fly more, AAI clocks record revenue

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

This is the first time in the history of the airport operator that revenue crossed Rs 10,000 crore.

At least a cycle for every Indian. Hero offers a 2k model

At least a cycle for every Indian. Hero offers a 2k model

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

The wheels turn for bicycles, as manufacturers go back to the basics. After motorised two-wheelers overtook cycle sales in the country, manufacturers are focusing on commuter segment again and reviving entry-level cycles.

Weak euro makes European tours cheaper

Weak euro makes European tours cheaper

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Euro fell from the 83-mark to around 67.

Why IndiGo is betting on low fare for long-haul

Why IndiGo is betting on low fare for long-haul

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

"The return fare on economy class to most European capitals from Mumbai are close to 50,000 plus. If an LCC can offer direct connectivity for a basic fare of 25,000 with additional top ups for meals, baggage and blankets, which further takes the fare to, say, 35,000, it is still a value deal."

Thomas Cook, Sterling Holiday announce Rs 870-crore merger

Thomas Cook, Sterling Holiday announce Rs 870-crore merger

Rediff.com8 Feb 2014

This will trigger an open offer under SEBI norms and TCIL will seek to buy up to 26 per cent in Sterling for Rs 230 crore.

Eicher CEO downplays Bajaj claims, says not easy to unseat Royal Enfield

Eicher CEO downplays Bajaj claims, says not easy to unseat Royal Enfield

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

Enfield enjoys almost the entire 250-350 cc motorcycle market in country

Flyer growth soars 20% on low fares

Flyer growth soars 20% on low fares

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

Volumes are up over 20 per cent y-o-y in January-April.

Summer holiday rush fuels travel business

Summer holiday rush fuels travel business

Rediff.com24 May 2015

Indian tours have seen an upswing partly because Nepal packages have been cancelled after the recent earthquake

From Rs 4.3-49 lakh, Harley-Davidson has it all

From Rs 4.3-49 lakh, Harley-Davidson has it all

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

With the launch of three new bikes in october, Harley-Davidson, the luxury cruiser motorcycle manufacturer, has brought its country-wide offering in line with its other overseas markets. British motorcycle brand, Triumph, is the only price competitor.

Chandigarh: The city of the open hand

Chandigarh: The city of the open hand

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

Master urban planner and architect Le Corbusier's principles of light, space and greenery are still evident everywhere in Chandigarh. Geetanjali Krishna finds a haven in the city.

When my wife returned from a 'phoren' holiday

When my wife returned from a 'phoren' holiday

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

'And when Sarla said she preferred Europe to living in India, my wife's indignation knew no bounds.'

Why outside food is giving 'indigestion' to multiplexes

Why outside food is giving 'indigestion' to multiplexes

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

In a competitive market, pricing is the management's business. The consumer has so many choices -- single screens, multiplexes, TV, online streaming or DVDs. Nothing forces him to go to a multiplex. Nor are films an essential commodity where prices have to be regulated, says Vanita Kohli Khandekar.

Holi weekend splash for travel companies

Holi weekend splash for travel companies

Rediff.com16 Mar 2014

Indian traveller is no longer satisfied with a single annual vacation, but is increasingly demanding multiple holidays and festive breaks offer an ideal opportunity.

ITC highest bidder for Park Hyatt in Goa, but owner cries foul

ITC highest bidder for Park Hyatt in Goa, but owner cries foul

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Cases filed in 3 high courts.

PHOTOS: The world gets its asanas right

PHOTOS: The world gets its asanas right

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

The pictures tell the story of the grand success of the first International Yoga Day.

Brexit: UK is the place to holiday, study & buy your next dream home

Brexit: UK is the place to holiday, study & buy your next dream home

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Exchange rates to provide for 5-7% savings in package costs; consultants forecast higher property purchases by Indians; currency depreciation to make education cheaper

Honda to power up the brand list with 4 launches

Honda to power up the brand list with 4 launches

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

It kick-starts rally with the Africa Twin motorcycle; three more launches slated for the year

Sheena Bora Trial: Why was Indrani overjoyed?

Sheena Bora Trial: Why was Indrani overjoyed?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

Indrani was cheering Pasbola on from the back, with little, happy whoops, that she muffled with her chunni. Indrani was in her element on Friday. The defence's cross-examination was clearly going her way and Indrani was delighted.

After building a billion-dollar business, Subhash Chandra to enter politics?

After building a billion-dollar business, Subhash Chandra to enter politics?

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Zee News, Zee Media's flagship brand, was at the centre of a controversy over its media practices that pushed Subhash Chandra towards BJP.

Why Indigo is fastest growing airline on the planet

Why Indigo is fastest growing airline on the planet

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

'IndiGo 2018 is a harsh, ultra-lean, mean, zero asset, fighting machine with aspirations of taking on the global long-haul low-cost market.'

Don't miss! 15 images from a rail journey

Don't miss! 15 images from a rail journey

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com and A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com boarded the Himsagar Express that runs between Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu and Jammu Tawi in Jammu and Kashmir. Check out the scenes they witnessed...

Next 6-12 months would be a challenge for the markets: Jigar Shah

Next 6-12 months would be a challenge for the markets: Jigar Shah

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

After enduring volatility for the first two months of calendar year 2016 (CY16), global equity markets have recouped some of the losses in March. Jigar Shah, chief executive officer, Maybank Kim Eng Securities, believes the next triggers for the rally will come from a soft landing in China and no recession situation in the US.

E Sreedharan for President

E Sreedharan for President

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

'Sreedharan epitomises the way in which an Indic ethos can be brought to bear upon the seemingly intractable problems facing India,' says Rajeev Srinivasan.

Lewis Hamilton wins Canadian GP for sixth time

Lewis Hamilton wins Canadian GP for sixth time

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

It was Hamilton's third victory of the season and also his third in a row at the sun-bathed but windswept Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

Jobless? Here's how you can still make money

Jobless? Here's how you can still make money

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

Ashish Sharma wonders what kind of services low skill people provide to high-skill people who increasingly spend more time in virtual worlds, thanks to ongoing wealth gains at the top.

Global cues lift Sensex 364 points; Nifty ends above 8,650

Global cues lift Sensex 364 points; Nifty ends above 8,650

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

Global cues lift Sensex 364 points; Nifty ends above 8,650.

DLF's 350-acre Haryana land allotment axed

DLF's 350-acre Haryana land allotment axed

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

No effect on ongoing projects, says company.

Fare wars: It's the best time to fly abroad!

Fare wars: It's the best time to fly abroad!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

Initiating a fare war on global routes, Qatar Airways and Singaporean budget carrier Tigerair have announced massive limited-period discounts hoping to corner a chunk of the Indian travel market share.

IPL-style wrestling league put off again for lack of sponsors

IPL-style wrestling league put off again for lack of sponsors

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

The rising graph of the country's grapplers seems to be having no positive impact on the proposed Indian Wrestling League (IWL) as it has been postponed once again due to mild response from prospective franchises.

The Billionaire Club: How to blow up a crore on gadgets

The Billionaire Club: How to blow up a crore on gadgets

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

Now that you've ticked off that island, private jet and French cottage, how about splurging on technology? Abhik Sen lists some of the finest gadgets money can buy for your home and office

'Like any great leader, Modi demands performance'

'Like any great leader, Modi demands performance'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

'We are making a transition from governance to campaign mode.' 'The speed of execution is picking up,' says Union Minister Jayant Sinha.

Tata JLR enters SUV market with F-Pace model

Tata JLR enters SUV market with F-Pace model

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

It claims to be ahead of its competitors in the segment.

9 ways to deal with the Kashmir crisis

9 ways to deal with the Kashmir crisis

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

'Civilian casualties are something that could change the mood overnight, and therefore should be avoided by every means.'