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Maruti to issue Rs 12.8K cr shares for Guj plant buy

Maruti to issue Rs 12.8K cr shares for Guj plant buy

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

The board of Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) on Tuesday approved a proposal to issue shares worth Rs 12,841 crore to parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) for acquiring Suzuki Motor Gujarat (SMG). The Gujarat manufacturing plant - with an annual capacity of 750,000 units - is owned by SMG, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SMC. The shares issued to SMC will raise its ownership in MSIL from 56.48 per cent to 58.19 per cent--India's largest carmaker stated in a notice to BSE.

Apple says doubled India business in FY21

Apple says doubled India business in FY21

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Technology major Apple earned nearly one-third of its revenue from emerging markets and doubled its business in India and Vietnam in fiscal 2021, according to its CEO Tim Cook said. Apple posted a 29 per cent year-on-year growth in revenue at $83.4 billion in the fourth quarter ended September 25, 2021. Its net income stood at $20.55 billion in the said quarter as against $12.67 billion in the year-ago period.

Will govt impose curbs on WhatsApp, Skype?

Will govt impose curbs on WhatsApp, Skype?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

Telcos demanding OTT players to come under some sort of regulation as they are eating into their SMS and voice revenues.

Is the Modi government scared of faceless mobs?

Is the Modi government scared of faceless mobs?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

If there is a lesson to be learnt from the 1980s, it is that mobocracy never works. And a government that yields before public protests will have ceded its right to govern, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

A neutral Budget for media and entertainment sector

A neutral Budget for media and entertainment sector

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

A neutral Budget for media and entertainment sector.

Abrahamic binary has outlived its utility

Abrahamic binary has outlived its utility

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

It is only the Indian approach of holding on to multiple realities and contradictory ideas simultaneously that is likely to deliver peace and progress. Binary logic is out of sync with reality, notes R Jagannathan.

Near-term headwinds may delay UPL recovery

Near-term headwinds may delay UPL recovery

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

UPL, the country's largest agrochemical company, had a weak July-September quarter (Q2), reporting a sharp fall in revenues across geographies. Overall, the revenues were down 19 per cent on the back of lower agrochemical prices and inventory destocking. While the overall volumes were down 7 per cent, prices fell by 15 per cent. Volume decline in the European market was on the back of high channel inventory and product bans while in India the fall by 27 per cent was on account of muted demand for segments such as cotton and pulses.

The MP who wants cannabis legalised in India

The MP who wants cannabis legalised in India

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

The Biju Janata Dal MP from Dhenkanal says crime will come down if cannabis is legalised.

Paytm's Q1 earnings may be a blip; analysts positive on the stock

Paytm's Q1 earnings may be a blip; analysts positive on the stock

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

While analysts assessed One97 Communications (Paytm) Q1FY24 results as in-line with guidance, the market was disappointed and the stock fell by around 5 per cent. Paytm reported a net loss of Rs 360 crore, but revenue grew 39 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 2,340 crore. It was supported by strong growth in gross merchandising value (GMV), higher disbursements and the addition of subscription devices.

Looking To Invest Money For Short Term? Read This

Looking To Invest Money For Short Term? Read This

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

These schemes are a good choice for investors contemplating a large investment in equity funds. Instead of investing all the money in one go, they can do so in a staggered manner by parking it in these schemes and then transferring it to equity mutual funds through a systematic transfer plan.

PSB Bull Run: Time For Govt To Reap Riches

PSB Bull Run: Time For Govt To Reap Riches

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Since March 31, 2022, the PSBs' market cap has risen 43.7 per cent, from Rs. 7.29 trillion to Rs. 10.47 trillion. It's time for the government, the majority owner of public sector banks, to reap the benefit of the rally in bank stocks, recommends Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Will Manoj Sinha manage to entangle India's telecom mess?

Will Manoj Sinha manage to entangle India's telecom mess?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Manoj Sinha will retain his current role in the railways.

Modi's 'Make in India' initiative just a slogan: Maken

Modi's 'Make in India' initiative just a slogan: Maken

Rediff.com25 May 2015

An insatiable quest for personal propaganda, event management and attractive slogans has made Modi sovernment as 'catch headline government'

Higher taxes, competition weigh on liquor stocks

Higher taxes, competition weigh on liquor stocks

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

Stocks of alcoholic beverage makers have corrected over the last few trading sessions on worries that taxes, competition and costs will hurt sales and profitability. The recent trigger for the decline is Karnataka, which accounts for 15 per cent of overall liquor consumption, increasing duties. The state increased by 20 per cent the additional excise duty on Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) on all slabs.

A tough battle for Zuckerberg to offer free Internet to India's poor

A tough battle for Zuckerberg to offer free Internet to India's poor

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

It is startling that Mark Zuckerberg has failed to convince so many in India about the merits of Free Basics.

Free Basics: A few important questions

Free Basics: A few important questions

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

In India, the angsting over net neutrality has been loud.

After a solid Q1, IndiGo's troubles may mount in Q2FY24, warn analysts

After a solid Q1, IndiGo's troubles may mount in Q2FY24, warn analysts

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

Despite the best ever quarterly net profit of Rs 3,091 crore during April-June of financial year 2023-24 (Q1FY24), challenges are mounting for InterGlobe Aviation-run IndiGo in the near term, said analysts. Given this, most brokerages have retained their ratings from 'buy to underperform', as well as their target price for the stock. For instance, Motilal Oswal Financial Services has retained its 'neutral' rating on the scrip as it believes the low-cost airline is facing teething issues at present.

Centre launches MyGov app; 15 crore people expected to join platform

Centre launches MyGov app; 15 crore people expected to join platform

Rediff.com6 Aug 2016

Digital democracy is the essence of India and Digital India is the destiny of India," Prasad said at the inaugural session of myGov's two-year anniversary celebration.

Now, Flipkart takes a dig at Snapdeal

Now, Flipkart takes a dig at Snapdeal

Rediff.com29 May 2015

Flipkart co-founder Sachin Bansal on Friday took pot shots at Snapdeal saying India should not be blamed for the latter's failure to hire "great engineers".

Unruffled By Pitch, RBI Governor Bats Like Dravid

Unruffled By Pitch, RBI Governor Bats Like Dravid

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

While the economy seems to be on a firm growth path, the fight against inflation is not over yet. Shaktikanta Das seems to be in no hurry. After playing well through a five-year Test match, he doesn't want to get out hit wicket, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

In India, a lot is at stake for both Google and Facebook

In India, a lot is at stake for both Google and Facebook

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

Apart from digital advertising revenue, both companies want to reach out to the 'next billion' Indian customers. After all, around half of the 1.3 billion population is still not on the net and this represents a challenge as well as an opportunity.

Cricketer Vastrakar recovers from COVID, set to join CWG squad

Cricketer Vastrakar recovers from COVID, set to join CWG squad

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

While Meghana played against Pakistan on Sunday, Vastrakar will be available for the final league game against Barbados on August 3. Her presence lends balance to the team combination.

The 22-yr-old behind 'Save the Internet' campaign

The 22-yr-old behind 'Save the Internet' campaign

Rediff.com6 May 2015

Karthik Balakrishnan, an engineering student from Bangalore spearheaded the campaign that will inspire and educate millions from across the country.

Bandhan Bank disappoints Street in Q1; analysts 'positive' on the stock

Bandhan Bank disappoints Street in Q1; analysts 'positive' on the stock

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Bandhan Bank has declared disappointing results for the first quarter of the 2023-24 financial year (Q1FY24). While the market has been braced for known issues around microfinance exposures in West Bengal and Assam, there is higher stress in the portfolio. This means higher credit costs and poorer asset quality, leading to target downgrades by analysts.

Lithium reserves found in Jammu and Kashmir put on bidding block

Lithium reserves found in Jammu and Kashmir put on bidding block

Rediff.com3 May 2023

The central government is expected to complete the auction of the 5.9-million tonne (mt) lithium reserves discovered in the Reasi district of the northern Union Territory (UT) of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) by the end of this calendar year, Union Mines Secretary Vivek Bharadwaj said on the sidelines of the launch of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci) report on 'New-Age Energy Minerals' on Tuesday. "Auction will be over by the end of this year," said Bharadwaj, adding, "We have already recommended a transaction advisor to the J&K government for the auction of lithium reserves." However, the exact timeline for an auction will be decided by J&K authorities, Union mines minister Pralhad Joshi said in Parliament last month.

Swiggy's food delivery business turns profitable: CEO

Swiggy's food delivery business turns profitable: CEO

Rediff.com18 May 2023

On-demand convenience platform Swiggy's food delivery business has turned profitable, making it one of the very few global players in the sector to achieve such a feat in less than nine years since inception, company CEO and co-founder Sriharsha Majety said on Thursday. Bullish on India's journey of eating out and food delivery, Majety, in a blogpost, said, Swiggy is "very sanguine about the growth potential over the next two decades" and would continue to drive further growth in food delivery. "Our sharp focus on innovation, coupled with strong execution has led to yet another milestone.

'Close to full pace' Hazlewood set to steam in at WTC final

'Close to full pace' Hazlewood set to steam in at WTC final

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Having played as many as 15 Tests against India, Hazlewood is looking forward to the challenge of playing the Asian giants at a neutral venue.

Trump names Indian-American Ajit Pai to head US communications commission

Trump names Indian-American Ajit Pai to head US communications commission

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Pai is the fourth Indian-American to become part of Trump's administration.

What India needs to do at COP26, Glasgow

What India needs to do at COP26, Glasgow

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Rather than talking endlessly about lost and marginal opportunities, India's climate envoys need to start thinking bigger, says Mihir S Sharma.

Mukesh Ambani completes 20 years as Reliance boss

Mukesh Ambani completes 20 years as Reliance boss

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Mukesh Ambani, who took over the reins of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) after the sudden demise of his legendary industrialist father Dhirubhai Ambani, completes 20 years at the helm during which the company saw a 17-fold jump in revenues, 20-times surge in profit and has become a global conglomerate.

Rahul Gandhi talks tech with start-ups

Rahul Gandhi talks tech with start-ups

Rediff.com5 Jul 2015

Recently, he had surprised many by talking of net neutrality

India a really hard opposition to play against: Taylor

India a really hard opposition to play against: Taylor

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Senior New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor said India has set the bar really high and considering their bench strength, it will be an extremely tough battle for his team during the upcoming ICC World Test Championship final, in Southampton from June 18.

TRAI to announce new measures to check call drop menace

TRAI to announce new measures to check call drop menace

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

TRAI to soon put in place a new set of 'service quality benchmarks' to monitor call drop

Dabur to acquire majority stake in Badshah Masala for Rs 587 crore

Dabur to acquire majority stake in Badshah Masala for Rs 587 crore

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Fast-moving consumer goods major Dabur India is set to enter the branded spices and seasoning category. It has signed an agreement to acquire 51 per cent in Badshah Masala for a cash consideration of Rs 587.52 crore. The acquisition, the company says, is in line with its strategic intent to expand its food biz to Rs 500 crore in three years.

Snapdeal faces flak for Aamir Khan's statement

Snapdeal faces flak for Aamir Khan's statement

Rediff.com25 Nov 2015

The company roped in Aamir Khan as its brand ambassador in March.

'Touring India will not benefit Pakistan cricket'

'Touring India will not benefit Pakistan cricket'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Former ICC President Ehsan Mani has criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board for agreeing to tour India for a short One-day series later this month.

TRAI keen to boost Net access

TRAI keen to boost Net access

Rediff.com19 Mar 2004

TRAI's recommendation to the Department of Telecommunication is aimed at encouraging faster provision of high-speed Internet services (broadband) by standalone ISPs.\n\n\n\n

Climate Change: India Must Walk The Talk

Climate Change: India Must Walk The Talk

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

India lost around 38.5 thousand hectares of tropical forest in the last decade. Nearly 14 per cent of the country's tree cover! It is one thing for Modi to announce that India will reach a net-zero level of emissions in 2070. But if it is serious, it needs to start today, points out Ramesh Menon.

For Google, India to be bigger market than US by next year: Pichai

For Google, India to be bigger market than US by next year: Pichai

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

Earlier in the day, Pichai announced Google would work with the Indian Railways

Ab ki baar, U-turn sarkar...

Ab ki baar, U-turn sarkar...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

The decision to rethink the ban on porn Web sites is the latest reversal of decisions by the Modi Sarkar. Has the Modi Sarkar become a regime of U-turns, asks Syed Firdaus Ashraf.