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From loudspeakers to helicopters, poll businesses is booming

From loudspeakers to helicopters, poll businesses is booming

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

The EC limits campaign expenses incurred by a candidate to Rs 50 lakh to Rs 70 lakh. But there is no such limit on spending for parties. The vendors aren't complaining.

'Ayushman Bharat will be a big flop'

'Ayushman Bharat will be a big flop'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

'The biggest gainers under this scheme would be insurance companies.' 'If the government is going to route the payments through the insurance companies, these companies will be making nearly 30 per cent of the money.' 'For instance, if the government is paying Rs 100, then Rs 30 will go to these insurance companies.' 'Only Rs 70 will be available for expenditure that will be incurred by the hospitals.'

Jhunjhunwala, shareholders question Fortis-Manipal deal

Jhunjhunwala, shareholders question Fortis-Manipal deal

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Analysts feel Fortis Healthcare share holders are at a disadvantage and deal valuations had been short of expectations

Sebi readies new listing regulations to safeguard investors

Sebi readies new listing regulations to safeguard investors

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Listed entities would have to co-operate with intermediaries registered with Sebi such as debenture trustees and credit rating agencies

Softbank seen to invest $2-3 bn in Jio, as Mukesh is keen to cut debt

Softbank seen to invest $2-3 bn in Jio, as Mukesh is keen to cut debt

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

It, however, remains to be seen how much money Softbank actually puts in, what the implied equity valuation is and if the e-commerce venture is included in the Jio entity.

WhatsApp calls stumble on clogged networks

WhatsApp calls stumble on clogged networks

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Bharti Airtel had planned to charge separately for internet-based voice calls provided by Skype.

Bharti Airtel Q1 net profit down 10% at Rs 689 cr

Bharti Airtel Q1 net profit down 10% at Rs 689 cr

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

Telecom giant Bharti Airtel on Wednesday reported a 9.6 per cent fall in net profit at Rs 688.9 crore (Rs 6.88 billion) for the first quarter ended June 30, 2013.

Jet lenders mull open auction process

Jet lenders mull open auction process

Rediff.com24 Mar 2019

Bids to be evaluated according to guidelines by the civil aviation ministry, following which a buyer will be selected. Transfer of control to the buyer to be effected by June-end.

Clean Ganga project has a long way to go

Clean Ganga project has a long way to go

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

'There will always be hiccups given that the Namami Gange programme is spread over different sectors and involves several agencies.'

Does an airport's name mean a lot?

Does an airport's name mean a lot?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

'The urge to name the upcoming Navi Mumbai airport after well-known personalities and the equally strong urge to rally in large numbers supporting this name and that; all of this amidst COVID-19, felt deplorable,' asserts Shyam G Menon.

Why Mukesh Ambani's private firms are in the slow lane

Why Mukesh Ambani's private firms are in the slow lane

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

The company had received a loan restructuring package from banks under the 5/25 scheme last year.

Hundreds of thousands face TV blackout in 3 metros

Hundreds of thousands face TV blackout in 3 metros

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

Deadline ends for KYC details; cable operators' body says more time needed.

After 7 decades in business, Madras Stock Exchange gets Sebi nod for exit

After 7 decades in business, Madras Stock Exchange gets Sebi nod for exit

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Sebi had given the exchanges a 2-year window to comply or exit.

Diesel decontrol: Private retailers may come back to business

Diesel decontrol: Private retailers may come back to business

Rediff.com21 Oct 2014

Diesel makes up nearly half of fuel demand in Asia's No 3 economy.

India's older refineries to face survival test on diesel deregulation

India's older refineries to face survival test on diesel deregulation

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

These refineries, commissioned mostly in the 1950s and 1960s during India's early industrialisation push, are inefficient and costly to maintain compared to their modern counterparts on the coast mainly operated by private companies.

New age fuel stations turn micro malls

New age fuel stations turn micro malls

Rediff.com2 Jan 2007

Fuel stations operated by companies like Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) and Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) are increasingly looking at co-branding and space-sharing to boost revenues.

Ask Ajit: 'Bought shares at peak; please advice'

Ask Ajit: 'Bought shares at peak; please advice'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

We will be number one in India: Airbus

We will be number one in India: Airbus

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

About 170 Airbus aircraft operate in India.

Infosys Q2 results: 5 key takeaways

Infosys Q2 results: 5 key takeaways

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

IT major Infosys on Friday announced a 3.1% increase in profit to Rs 3,096 cr, besides announcing a 1:1 share bonus

CBI arrests 3 more officials of PNB in Rs 11,384 cr scam

CBI arrests 3 more officials of PNB in Rs 11,384 cr scam

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

The total number of arrests by the CBI has risen to six -- four PNB officials, a retired employee of the bank, and an authorsied signatory of Nirav Modi's company -- after Monday's development.

How tech enabled the Thai cave rescue

How tech enabled the Thai cave rescue

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

Drones, high capacity auto prime pumps, autonomous vehicles, robots, all played a role in the seemingly impossible rescue, reports Pranjal Sharma.

YOU Telecom to invest Rs 428 cr in Tier-II cities

YOU Telecom to invest Rs 428 cr in Tier-II cities

Rediff.com22 May 2007

Broadband service provider YOU Telecom will invest around Rs 428 crore (Rs 4.28 billion) in the next two years.

The soldier who won India's first Param Vir Chakra

The soldier who won India's first Param Vir Chakra

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Major Somnath Sharma was awarded the Param Vir Chakra posthumously for his bravery in the Kashmir operations on November 3, 1947.

One dead, 3 injured in two terror attacks in J-K

One dead, 3 injured in two terror attacks in J-K

Rediff.com25 May 2015

Three employees of a BSNL franchise were seriously wounded in a militant attack in Kashmir's Sopore town on Monday morning.

Uber adds muscle to local arms

Uber adds muscle to local arms

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

The San Francisco-based giant has acquired a Delhi-based company.

What Nasscom has to say on Net neutrality

What Nasscom has to say on Net neutrality

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Nasscom recommended that there should be 'no double dipping'.

Why automobile vendors are flocking to Gujarat

Why automobile vendors are flocking to Gujarat

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

Apart from around 40 Japanese companies and five global vendors of MG Motor India, many other biggies are eyeing Gujarat for either greenfield opportunities or brownfield expansion.

The problem with India's tough stand on H1-B visa

The problem with India's tough stand on H1-B visa

Rediff.com10 May 2017

Amid hints that the government might be exploring capping royalty payments by India-based subsidiaries to US companies, experts warn Subhayan Chakraborty why such a move will only hurt the Indian economy.

Uber to drive into Indian sunset?

Uber to drive into Indian sunset?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

Comment by SoftBank board member sets off talk of Ola-Uber merger.

Now, hotels to offer Muslim-friendly facilities!

Now, hotels to offer Muslim-friendly facilities!

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

The world's first online hotel reference tool dedicated to Muslim travellers has been launched in Abu Dhabi.

Revealed! How JEE, NEET will be different

Revealed! How JEE, NEET will be different

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Exam centres will not only ensure social distancing among examinees -- there will also be a strong focus on avoiding malpractices and conducting the test with minimal human intervention.

Kwid pro quo: India turns Renault's prime turf

Kwid pro quo: India turns Renault's prime turf

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

2016 has been the most important one for Renault in India, backed by strategic measures in all key biz dimensions.

Chetan Modi to head Moody's in India

Chetan Modi to head Moody's in India

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

Credit rating agency Moody's on Monday appointed Chetan Modi as the head of its India operations.

Anil plans Rs 1,600 cr GSM spread

Anil plans Rs 1,600 cr GSM spread

Rediff.com13 Jun 2006

Anil Ambani is eyeing the fast-growing GSM-based service with massive expansion plans in eight circles at an estimated investment of Rs 1,600 crore (Rs 16 billion).

Will gold loans lose sheen?

Will gold loans lose sheen?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

While taking gold out of the closet to borrow money is no longer taboo in Indian households, the sharp drop in gold prices is hitting the newest loan product on the banking turf hard, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

2015: A year of downsizing for foreign banks

2015: A year of downsizing for foreign banks

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

Deutsche Bank could be the next to trim its retail operations.

How banks can minimise losses from fraud

How banks can minimise losses from fraud

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

25,600 cases of banking fraud totalling Rs 1.79 billion were reported up to December 2017. 'There is an inherent legacy when it comes to insuring crime.' 'Generally, most banks are uncomfortable in sharing data about employee fraud.'

Netflix, Amazon Prime grab large chunk of India's OTT space

Netflix, Amazon Prime grab large chunk of India's OTT space

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

Netflix and Amazon Prime gain market share at the cost of Indian platforms Hotstar, VOOT, Jio Cinema.

'In coming months, mutual fund industry will be stressed'

'In coming months, mutual fund industry will be stressed'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

'MFs have a combined exposure of Rs 3.2 lakh crore to NBFCs, out of which Rs 1.1 lakh crore matures by September 2019.'

IndiGo flies high in India's cut-throat airline market

IndiGo flies high in India's cut-throat airline market

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

IndiGo was set up in 2006 by businessman Rahul Bhatia and Rakesh Gangwal, a former CEO for US Airways Group.