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Why villas have become homebuyers' favourite choice

Why villas have become homebuyers' favourite choice

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

This shift is driven by a pursuit of a superior lifestyle and an innate desire to be grounded in an owned plot of land. Villas, situated within gated housing societies, have gained popularity as a property type, witnessing strong traction due to elevated aspirations and the need for more living space.

Adani opts out of US funding for Colombo Port project

Adani opts out of US funding for Colombo Port project

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Billionaire Gautam Adani's group has pulled out of a loan deal with a US agency to fund a port terminal in Sri Lanka, saying it will use its own resources for the project. In an exchange filing late on Tuesday, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) said the project "is on track for commissioning by early next year". "The project will be financed through the company's internal accruals and capital management plan," the firm said.

Dannon stirs up yoghurt market

Dannon stirs up yoghurt market

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

Innovative distribution, production centres that are close to the market and high-decibel promotion -- the French dairy major is trying hard to catch up with the three leaders in the space.

Monorail is solution to India's traffic woes: Kamal Nath

Monorail is solution to India's traffic woes: Kamal Nath

Rediff.com31 Aug 2012

The minister said the monorail systems can be built under public-private-partnership mode.

In key markets, realty prices may fall 10-15% in months

In key markets, realty prices may fall 10-15% in months

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

According to an expert tracking the sector, by Diwali 2014, the prices could correct 10-15 per cent in the National Capital Region, Mumbai and other similar high-end markets where rates have surged in recent times.

Volvo launches new S60 saloon, XC60 crossover

Volvo launches new S60 saloon, XC60 crossover

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

Can Volvo take advantage of the festive season with the launch of its refreshed cars that rival Audi A4 and Q3?

Coming soon: 'Milk City' in Delhi

Coming soon: 'Milk City' in Delhi

Rediff.com27 Mar 2013

'Milk City' plans to distribute milk at rates which are almost Rs 7-10 a litre less than the current prices.

Will Modi Achieve A Cease Fire In Ukraine?

Will Modi Achieve A Cease Fire In Ukraine?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Ukraine is currently in the middle of a strategic offensive into Russia's Kursk region.

'Government Must Talk To Sonam Wangchuk'

'Government Must Talk To Sonam Wangchuk'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

'Ladakh has become a hollow UT.' 'Bureaucrats from Delhi rule Ladakh and there is no attention paid to the grievances of the people.'

India to have over 100 unicorns by 2022-end

India to have over 100 unicorns by 2022-end

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

India has 50 startups with the potential to achieve the coveted 'unicorn' status in 2022 and by the end of the year, the list of the new-age companies valued at over $1 billion will be at least 100, a report by a consultancy firm said on Monday. In 2021, which witnessed a huge spike in company valuations in the listed and unlisted space driven by ample liquidity, according to some watchers, India added 43 startups to the list and the number of unicorns shot up to 68 by the end of the year. Over $10 billion was invested in the Indian startup ecosystem in the October-December quarter alone, according to the report by PwC India.

How the Philippiness outplayed India in the outsourcing game

How the Philippiness outplayed India in the outsourcing game

Rediff.com3 Jul 2012

In its rise to the top of the voice-based BPO business, the Philippines has brought a great deal from the Indian industry but has also learnt from its mistakes.

7 Indian cities to see shortage of 2.3 mn homes

7 Indian cities to see shortage of 2.3 mn homes

Rediff.com7 Oct 2011

The study further said the mid-range housing segment is expected to drive the maximum demand of 45 per cent.

U'khand: 33 workers rescued as avalanche hits BRO camp, 22 still trapped

U'khand: 33 workers rescued as avalanche hits BRO camp, 22 still trapped

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Forty-one Border Road Organisation labourers working to clear snow near the high altitude border village of Mana in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district were trapped under an avalanche on Friday.

Swine flu claims first life in Delhi this season

Swine flu claims first life in Delhi this season

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

A 51-year-old woman died of swine flu at a private hospital in Delhi, doctors said on Friday.

Development, good governance win, lies suffer defeat: Modi on Maha win

Development, good governance win, lies suffer defeat: Modi on Maha win

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

The Congress has tried to inflict capital punishment on true secularism, he claimed, asserting that the Waqf law has no place in the Constitution.

Realty investments remained sluggish this Diwali

Realty investments remained sluggish this Diwali

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

Despite aggressive marketing and offers made by real estate developers during the days before Diwali, investments in property have remained lukewarm due to high prices of houses in and around the National Capital Region (NCR), according to a survey by industry body Assocham.

Mother Dairy follows Amul, hikes milk prices by up to Rs 2 a litre

Mother Dairy follows Amul, hikes milk prices by up to Rs 2 a litre

Rediff.com24 May 2019

The milk procurement prices have been continuously on the rise for the last 3-4 months due to increase in feed and fodder cost by 15-20 per cent and labour cost etc.

Chinese research vessel heading to Maldives, India closely monitors move

Chinese research vessel heading to Maldives, India closely monitors move

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

The timing coincides with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's recent state visit to China, aimed at strengthening ties.

Realty hotspots: Gurgaon lags, Noida wins

Realty hotspots: Gurgaon lags, Noida wins

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Greater Noida and Faridabad have left Gurgaon way behind in growth when it comes to absorption or sale of residential units and project launches.

Ensure no smog in Delhi-NCR, SC tells Centre

Ensure no smog in Delhi-NCR, SC tells Centre

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

The court was informed that the commission for air quality management will start functioning from today.

Biden praises Modi's 'message of peace' for Ukraine

Biden praises Modi's 'message of peace' for Ukraine

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

The White House readout of the call had no reference to Bangladesh, which was mentioned in an 'X' post by PM Modi.

Realty players in hectic talks with retail chains

Realty players in hectic talks with retail chains

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

Supertech is just one among the many real estate players returning to commercial projects.

Indian co to make doors of Airbus 220 planes

Indian co to make doors of Airbus 220 planes

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Aircraft maker Airbus on Thursday announced awarding a contract to Indian company Dynamatic Technologies for manufacturing all the doors for its next-generation narrow body A220 planes, giving a boost to the 'Make in India' initiative. While financial details were not disclosed, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said it is one of the single-largest export contracts for an Indian aerospace manufacturing company and emphasised that the country is becoming a destination for aircraft component manufacturing activities.

Wave Infra to invest Rs 500 cr in affordable housing

Wave Infra to invest Rs 500 cr in affordable housing

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

With the recent Budget announcements, the sales in the affordable segment are expected to increase.

Where did the currency in bribery scam come from?

Where did the currency in bribery scam come from?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2008

The currency notes allegedly given as bribe to three Bharatiya Janata Party lawmakers have been traced to some banks in the National Capital Region of Delhi region and not to a Bhopal-based branch of a public sector bank, sources in a Parliamentary committee have claimed.

CWG scam: CBI registers new case, carries out searches

CWG scam: CBI registers new case, carries out searches

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Wednesday registered a fresh case in connection with alleged irregularities in construction of indoor courts at Sri Fort sports complex for Commonwealth Games and carried out searches in Delhi and Mumbai.

The Threats To India's Prosperity

The Threats To India's Prosperity

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Looking under the hood, I see India on the terrible, but commonplace, road to prosperity failure, warns Rathin Roy.

High costs, less space force BPOs out of NCR

High costs, less space force BPOs out of NCR

Rediff.com20 Jan 2006

Business process outsourcing companies in the National Capital Region are being forced to set up centres in other parts of the country and lower their hiring rates on account of higher retention costs and capacity bottlenecks.

Delhi services bill: Tharoor says coercive federalism exists; Lekhi hits back

Delhi services bill: Tharoor says coercive federalism exists; Lekhi hits back

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Tharoor argued that the proposed bill represents a "grave chapter in the history of the Indian republic, seeking to ratify an ordinance that in many ways is an assault on our democratic heritage and the spirit of federalism."

Dream house? Check the prices in the metros!

Dream house? Check the prices in the metros!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Business Standard brings to you a snapshot of average current rates and unit sizes in localities that offer property in the price range of Rs 2 crore (Rs 20 million) to Rs 4 crore (Rs 40 million).

Delhi: Apartments for Rs 15 crore plus!

Delhi: Apartments for Rs 15 crore plus!

Rediff.com19 May 2008

Setting a new benchmark for apartments in the super-luxury segment in the national capital region, a local developer is offering 7,672 square feet of super area at a basic price ranging between Rs 13,500 and Rs 14,750 per square foot (sq ft), the highest in the region. The property is attracting keen interest in the market and analysts said it indicates the market for luxury properties remains strong as ever.

Tax bumps ahead for diesel cars

Tax bumps ahead for diesel cars

Rediff.com29 Nov 2012

At a time when diesel-powered vehicles have been driving sales in the country's otherwise sluggish automobile market, the industry has been hit by a double whammy.

Tips To Buy A House Through A Broker

Tips To Buy A House Through A Broker

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Try to assess whether the broker has good knowledge of the prices prevailing in the area you are interested in, and is able to provide the pros and cons of various projects.

For me, you are not small island states, but...: Modi to Pacific Island nations

For me, you are not small island states, but...: Modi to Pacific Island nations

Rediff.com22 May 2023

The prime minister also underlined the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific for the Pacific island nations and said India respects the sovereignty and integrity of all countries.

Women We Admire: India's Brave Ranis

Women We Admire: India's Brave Ranis

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

This Women's Day Week, we pay tribute to the extraordinary courage, resilience, and leadership of three iconic Indian queens -- Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi, Rani Chennamma of Kittur, and Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Malwa.

Section 144 imposed in UP to keep Baba away

Section 144 imposed in UP to keep Baba away

Rediff.com6 Jun 2011

In a seeming bid to preempt any move by yoga guru Baba Ram Dev to stage a demonstration in Uttar Pradesh, the UP administration clamped Section 144 of CrPC in all districts falling under the national capital region late Monday evening. Under this section, assembly of four or more persons at any public place is banned.

Indian companies aim for green offices

Indian companies aim for green offices

Rediff.com18 Aug 2009

Well-known companies like Wipro, ITC, Patni Computers, Spectral Services and many others have received permission to work on 'green buildings' in industrial zones of the National Capital Region like Noida and Gurgaon. Green buildings consultancy company SGS Pvt India Ltd Head Avinash Kumar said there are about 40 buildings in the country that fall under the green category and atleast 10-12 companies are in place that cater for such requirements currently.

Anonymous call threatens to kill PM, Vajpayee

Anonymous call threatens to kill PM, Vajpayee

Rediff.com4 May 2011

An anonymous call threatening to kill Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh and Bharatiya Janata Party patriarch A B Vajpayee have prompted security agencies to conduct searches in the National Capital Region to identify the caller, sources said on Wednesday.