News for 'Moody's India'

Markets end higher led by banks

Markets end higher led by banks

Rediff.com28 May 2012

The overall breadth was extremely positive as 1,714 stocks advanced while 1,008 stocks declined

Urgently needed: National coronavirus crisis council

Urgently needed: National coronavirus crisis council

Rediff.com28 Mar 2020

'The prime minister's announcement of a nation-wide shutdown was eloquent, but should have been more clearly phrased to avoid police overreach.' 'Migrant labour should have been allowed adequate notice and transport options to get home,' notes Rahul Jacob.

Details revealed! 'Didn't see much communication between Kumble, Kohli'

Details revealed! 'Didn't see much communication between Kumble, Kohli'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

India's Team manager, Kapil Malhotra, for the Champions Trophy, has made a startling revelation.

Indian-origin analyst fined $34 mn

Indian-origin analyst fined $34 mn

Rediff.com25 Aug 2011

An Indian-origin former analyst has been accused of providing confidential company information in the Raj Rajaratnam-led insider trading scheme, has been fined $34 million for his role in the scheme.

FinMin cites 'green shoots' of recovery after policy measures

FinMin cites 'green shoots' of recovery after policy measures

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

The finance ministry on Tuesday cited "green shoots" of recovery in agriculture, manufacturing and services sectors, and said the prompt policy measures taken by the government and RBI have helped reinvigorate the economy with minimal damage. Stating that the agricultural sector remains the foundation of the Indian economy, the ministry said that a normal monsoon, as has been forecast, should support the rebooting of economy.

India was a not so happy place, and then along came Modi

India was a not so happy place, and then along came Modi

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

What do the critics of the prime minister know, India has reached the zenith of its glory under the Modi dispensation, says Durba Dhyani.

Bankers say post-recapitalisation, PSBs 4-5 quarters from profitability

Bankers say post-recapitalisation, PSBs 4-5 quarters from profitability

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

A key hindrance to a faster turnaround of these banks is the slow progress in the resolution of legacy bad loans and the need to build up provisions against those assets.

Sensex, Nifty end lower on weak global cues

Sensex, Nifty end lower on weak global cues

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

Among top losers that dragged down key indices were Infosys, TCS, Reliance, SBI, Tata Steel and ITC, falling up to 2.15 per cent.

After Facebook, Silver Lake to invest Rs 5,656 cr in Ambani's Jio Platforms

After Facebook, Silver Lake to invest Rs 5,656 cr in Ambani's Jio Platforms

Rediff.com4 May 2020

The deal, as well as some other strategic and financial investments in works, will help Ambani cut debt at RIL.

Pak failed to contain terror funding: FATF members

Pak failed to contain terror funding: FATF members

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

India's stand at the FATF plenary and other related discussions have always been consistent regarding Pakistan.

2018: Year of reckoning for India Inc

2018: Year of reckoning for India Inc

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

A glance back at some of the important ups and down Indian Inc faced in 2018.

FinMin seeks details on fund requirements from banks

FinMin seeks details on fund requirements from banks

Rediff.com7 Oct 2011

Last year, the capital infusion budget was Rs 20,157 crore.

SBI hopes govt will act fast on fund injection after downgrade

SBI hopes govt will act fast on fund injection after downgrade

Rediff.com5 Oct 2011

Seeking to downplay the impact of the downgrade by Moody's, the country's largest lender SBI on Wednesday admitted that the action will marginally increase medium term borrowing costs, and said it is a "reminder" to the government to urgently capitalise it.

Markets end at one-month highs

Markets end at one-month highs

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

The market breadth in BSE ended extremely firm with 2,137 shares advancing and 671 shares declining.

How to get banks to restart lending to corporates

How to get banks to restart lending to corporates

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Let all the stakeholders, especially the government, remember that if the Make in India lion needs to roar and rise again, it won't happen unless India Inc rises too, points out Shekaar Subramanian.

SBI, 14 other banks to get  Rs 16k-cr funds by March

SBI, 14 other banks to get Rs 16k-cr funds by March

Rediff.com30 Dec 2011

More than one-third of this amount (Rs 6,000 crore or Rs 60 billion) is likely to go to the country's largest lender, State Bank of India, while the demand for most other banks is less than Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) each.

Will rupee breach 70 a dollar?

Will rupee breach 70 a dollar?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

The immediate concern for the rupee is the sharp spike in oil prices

Is the one-year ban imposed on Smith too harsh?

Is the one-year ban imposed on Smith too harsh?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

Reaction after Cricket Australia (CA) banned sacked captain Steve Smith and vice-captain David Warner for 12 months and opening batsman Cameron Bancroft for nine months for their roles in the ball-tampering scandal in Cape Town.

Indian banks with highest NPAs

Indian banks with highest NPAs

Rediff.com22 Nov 2011

Bad loans are turning nightmarish for Indian banks.

17 countries with the strongest economy

17 countries with the strongest economy

Rediff.com8 Aug 2011

Out of 200-odd countries, just 16 nations have the coveted triple-A rating.

The Ultimate Lata Mangeshkar Playlist

The Ultimate Lata Mangeshkar Playlist

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Sukanya Verma presents a playlist of 100 Lata Mangeshkar songs from different decades of Hindi films -- songs that make me sing, smile, sob and sigh.

Decision on $500-mn overseas bonds issue soon: SBI

Decision on $500-mn overseas bonds issue soon: SBI

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

The bank had earlier announced that it would double its medium term note borrowings to shore up the tier-II capital to $10 billion this fiscal.

25 Memorable Dilip Kumar Films

25 Memorable Dilip Kumar Films

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Remembering an incomparable actor by re-visiting his finest films.

Rohit's injury, Dhawan's form a concern for Team India

Rohit's injury, Dhawan's form a concern for Team India

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

While Rohit Sharma's absence because of a hamstring injury has affected the batting order, Shikhar Dhawan's poor run is a major reason for India's poor showing on the ongoing tour of Australia.

RBI rate cut to drive growth, banks must follow suit: India Inc

RBI rate cut to drive growth, banks must follow suit: India Inc

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

India Inc on Wednesday said the Reserve Bank's move to cut interest rate by 0.50 per cent is "pro-growth" and exhorted banks to transmit the lower interest rate to borrowers to revive demand and kick-start the investment cycle.

5 Indians, including Shaw, Kalra, Gill, in ICC U-19 WC Team

5 Indians, including Shaw, Kalra, Gill, in ICC U-19 WC Team

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

The Indians expectedly dominated the Under-19 World Cup team announced by the ICC on Sunday, with five players from the triumphant side making it to the world eleven.

Under pressure, govt may water down labour reforms

Under pressure, govt may water down labour reforms

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Small Factories Act, Industrial Relations Code likely to be redrafted under pressure from Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh

Sensex surges over 200 points, Nifty reclaims 10,700 mark

Sensex surges over 200 points, Nifty reclaims 10,700 mark

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

The rally was led by IT stocks, with TCS and Infosys rising up to 5 per cent. Yes Bank, on the other hand, was the biggest loser on both the bourses, cracking nearly 12 per cent

Govt rules out excise duty cut, even as petrol prices hit Rs 79.15 in Delhi

Govt rules out excise duty cut, even as petrol prices hit Rs 79.15 in Delhi

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Petrol and diesel prices on Tuesday touched fresh highs as rupee dipped to a record low of 71.54 against US dollar, making imports costlier

'We have to respect Kohli's opinion on coach selection'

'We have to respect Kohli's opinion on coach selection'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

Kapil assured that his panel will do their job to the best of their ability.

Policy rate hike may put pressure on interest rate

Policy rate hike may put pressure on interest rate

Rediff.com5 Jul 2010

Credit ratings agency Moody's on Monday said the Reserve Bank of India's recent move to hike short-term borrowing and lending rates to tame inflation will put pressure on overall deposit and interest rates.

Why the government is seeing red over S&P's rating

Why the government is seeing red over S&P's rating

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Government hits back, tells rating agency to introspect on processes.

Somdev holds key against South Africa

Somdev holds key against South Africa

Rediff.com17 Sep 2009

Somdev Devvarman yet again holds the key as the Indian Davis Cup team, sans Leander Paes, take on hosts South Africa from Friday to stake claim of a berth in the World Group after 11 years.

SC punctures RBI's efforts to fight bad loans

SC punctures RBI's efforts to fight bad loans

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

RBI had on February 12, 2018 issued a circular saying that lenders have to provide for resolution plan within 180 days in case of large account of Rs 2,000 crore and above.

RBI deputy governor fires salvo at government

RBI deputy governor fires salvo at government

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

Governments that did not respect the central bank's independence would sooner or later incur the wrath of financial markets, ignite economic fire, and come to rue the day they undermined the regulatory institution, Deputy Governor Viral Acharya warned.

Wright favourite to become Black Caps coach

Wright favourite to become Black Caps coach

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

Former New Zealand opener John Wright, who coached India with great success, has emerged as the favourite to become coach of the Black Caps after two Australians and ex-Black Cap skipper Stephen Fleming ruled themselves out on Wednesday.

No big bang reforms, but Budget to boost growth

No big bang reforms, but Budget to boost growth

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Jaitley promised higher investment in roads and railways.

Modi govt's fiscal may get a helping hand from cooling crude oil prices

Modi govt's fiscal may get a helping hand from cooling crude oil prices

Rediff.com20 Aug 2014

Oil firms' borrowings could fall by up to Rs 15,000 cr, govt's subsidy bill by 12% .

Paes-Black win Wimbledon mixed doubles crown

Paes-Black win Wimbledon mixed doubles crown

Rediff.com5 Jul 2010

India's Leander Paes and Zimbabwe's Cara Black strolled on Centre Court after Rafael Nadal had won the men's singles and took their second Grand Slam title of the year after the Australian Open with a 6-4, 7-6 victory against South Africa's Wesley Moodie and Lisa Raymond from the Unites States.

India's GDP forecast is rosy but roadblocks ahead

India's GDP forecast is rosy but roadblocks ahead

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

The IMF's predictions for India's near-term growth may seem rosy, but the usual caveats apply - that is, we are apt to under-perform.