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PE investment rose 30% to $2.09 bln in Jan-March

PE investment rose 30% to $2.09 bln in Jan-March

Rediff.com1 May 2014

In MArch PE investment continued to show an uptrend.

Watch: Jaqueline-Tiger in Beat Pe Booty

Watch: Jaqueline-Tiger in Beat Pe Booty

Rediff.com6 Aug 2016

A Flying Jatt will release on August 25.

PE firms cut salary hikes, executives' bonuses

PE firms cut salary hikes, executives' bonuses

Rediff.com26 Aug 2009

According to experts in the private equity space in the country, top PE professionals, who draw huge eight-digit salaries at the top levels, have suffered a cut back in their remuneration. Another expert, who tracks the private equity space, said salaries of senior PE professionals had definitely taken a hit due to the fall in deal flows as the bonuses given to them are based on deals and exits from an investment.

Why Munawar Wants To Quit Bigg Boss

Why Munawar Wants To Quit Bigg Boss

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

With Ayesha Khan's arrival in the Bigg Boss 17 house, things are not going smooth for Munawar Faruqui.

A fourth of FPI inflows in 2023 went into primary markets, shows data

A fourth of FPI inflows in 2023 went into primary markets, shows data

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pumped in Rs 1.7 trillion into domestic stocks in 2023, one of the highest net inflows ever witnessed during a calendar year, of which 25 per cent went into the direct buying of stocks. Data provided by depository NSDL revealed that Rs 44,950 crore of the total FPI flows last year went into primary issuances. A large portion of the FPI investments through the stock exchange route went into block deals, thereby reducing the actual investments made via direct buying of stocks. Last year saw selldowns or block deals worth Rs 2 trillion.

Cipla on the block: Who's a better fit and what it means for shareholders?

Cipla on the block: Who's a better fit and what it means for shareholders?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

India's third-largest pharmaceutical company by revenue, Cipla, is up for grabs in a three-way fight between Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Dr Reddy's Laboratories (DRL) and private equity (PE) giant Blackstone. Analysts say it is more likely for a strategic investor like Torrent or DRL to acquire Cipla than a PE firm, which may not derive healthy returns at Cipla's current market price (CMP) after the recent gains.

'Which country is now standing tall in BRICS? It's India'

'Which country is now standing tall in BRICS? It's India'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

'India has the potential to do a lot more to take advantage of the time today where we stand to gain, geopolitically and in terms of market attractiveness.'

'We Need Thousands Of Gandhis Now'

'We Need Thousands Of Gandhis Now'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

'The world needs Gandhi now more than any other time in history.'

'Pariksha Pe Charcha': Modi tells students exam isn't everything

'Pariksha Pe Charcha': Modi tells students exam isn't everything

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Reaching out to students across the country through the third edition of the 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' programme, the PM told them not to get demotivated by temporary setbacks. He used examples from cricket, the Chandrayaan 2 mission and his own experiences and spoke on a range of issues, including exam stress and time management.

PE, VC investment in education touches $93 mn

PE, VC investment in education touches $93 mn

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

According to Venture Intelligence, PE/VC investors have already invested $93 million in 10 education companies so far in 2011, led by a Rs 100 crore (about USD 22 million) investment in vocational training and placement firm Teamlease Services.

Goldilocks position for Indian equities is getting questioned: Jefferies

Goldilocks position for Indian equities is getting questioned: Jefferies

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Rising crude oil prices, traction in China equities and inflation concerns back home are casting a shadow on the Indian equity markets in the short term, believe analysts at Jefferies. They said this could see the markets remaining range-bound in the near term before the next leg up.

PE players to get selective on deals

PE players to get selective on deals

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

Experts see company-specific transactions rather than sector-specific ones in the private equity dealings. More transactions & buyouts will result in PE firms acquiring controlling stakes in firms in 08. The PE activity will be tougher this year as it will be company-driven rather than sector-driven investing. Real estate will continue to be a focus sector followed by infrastructure. Analysts say that PE players bring a lot of value to a firm that is planning to go public.

BJP launches 'Modi Ka Parivar' campaign to counter Lalu's jibe

BJP launches 'Modi Ka Parivar' campaign to counter Lalu's jibe

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Rashtriya Janata Dal president Lalu Prasad Yadav had thrown barbs at the prime minister over his having no family.

Jefferies sees fiscal pressure building, warns of choppy mkts

Jefferies sees fiscal pressure building, warns of choppy mkts

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Fiscal pressure for the Indian economy is gradually rising, suggested analysts at Jefferies in a recent note, as oil prices (Brent) - which are close to the $100 a barrel mark - continue to climb ahead of a busy election calendar. They added that the sharp rally in the equity markets during the last few months has made valuations costly. As a result, Jefferies expects the Indian markets to remain choppy in the near term.

M&A Sees Sharp Decline in 2023

M&A Sees Sharp Decline in 2023

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Bankers said the outlook of M&As in India in 2024, especially in the second half after the Lok Sabha election, seems relatively better.

M&As become big for PE-backed firms

M&As become big for PE-backed firms

Rediff.com17 Mar 2011

Consolidation seems to the key word among private equity (PE) backed companies. In the first few months of 2011, about 20 merger & acquisition (M&A) deals worth $150 million took place.

Stock basics: All you want to know about PE ratio

Stock basics: All you want to know about PE ratio

Rediff.com9 Nov 2010

investors sometimes fail to understand the factors that determine it.

'I learnt to be humble from Pankajji'

'I learnt to be humble from Pankajji'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

'Pankaj Udhasji took the Ghazal to the masses. He was a wonderful singer, but more importantly he was a wonderful human being.'

PE investments forecast to reach $17 bn soon

PE investments forecast to reach $17 bn soon

Rediff.com20 Jul 2010

According to 'India PE Report 2010', released by global consultancy Bain & Company, there is renewed confidence among the leading PE investors about the Indian market.

Like Disha's Disco Ball Style?

Like Disha's Disco Ball Style?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

She came to sparkle, shine and slay.

Sachin's Marathi Satte Pe Satta!

Sachin's Marathi Satte Pe Satta!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2008

After his megahit Marathi film two years ago, Navra Maza Navsacha, Sachin is ready with another upcoming Marathi blockbuster, Amhi Satpute starring Supriya and Ashok Saraf.

Tech: Bengaluru may host 40% of PE investments

Tech: Bengaluru may host 40% of PE investments

Rediff.com7 Jun 2010

Around $7.5 billion is expected to come into India in the technology space by way of PE investment of which Bengaluru could net $3 billion.

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, whose velvet smooth voice gave expression to the many colours of love, longing and heartache in songs such as Chitthi Ayee Hai and Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein, died in Mumbai on Monday, February 26, 2024, after a prolonged illness.

PE funds help make India Inc transparent

PE funds help make India Inc transparent

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

The Mumbai-based Arch Pharma has raised $27 million from private equity funding in the last four years

PE not for small-ticket HNIs

PE not for small-ticket HNIs

Rediff.com30 Mar 2011

Three-four funds have recently collected money from Indian HNIs, with an average ticket size of anywhere between Rs. 50 lakh to Rs. 1 crore.

India: Most favoured PE destination

India: Most favoured PE destination

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

India has emerged as the most favoured private equity destination attracting $1,239.22 million worth of investments in January, surpassing Asian giants like China and Japan, a study says.

'Every boy in love sings this song'

'Every boy in love sings this song'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

'When I heard the tune for Abhi Na Jao I was bowled over.' 'Of course, I never knew it would be such a timeless rage.'

RuPay cards could help SBI Cards gain share on UPI spends

RuPay cards could help SBI Cards gain share on UPI spends

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Recent RBI data indicates net addition of credit cards is running strong at 18 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), but growth in credit card limits is ahead of loans outstanding. Growth in lower limit cards is decelerating fastest. The West and South have more usage and online transactions are more popular than offline, with metros leading growth.

'I didn't want to spend the rest of my life as Om Birla's slave'

'I didn't want to spend the rest of my life as Om Birla's slave'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

'The people of Kota will show Om Birla his place.'

PE investments up 27% to $3 bn in Jul-Sep quarter

PE investments up 27% to $3 bn in Jul-Sep quarter

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

A quarterly study of PE investment activity based on data provided by Venture Intelligence, such funds in the third quarter of this year totalled $3.01 billion through 103 deals, according to the PwC MoneyTree India report.

10 Times Sunny Deol Meant Serious Business

10 Times Sunny Deol Meant Serious Business

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

If there was a penny for every single time Bollywood's shiest movie star and angriest action hero pointed fingers at his adversary and warned him of violent consequences...

IIM-A students set up PE, VC interest club

IIM-A students set up PE, VC interest club

Rediff.com23 Jul 2008

With around 50 students interested in being members, the club will be a forum for students interested in all aspects of private equity and venture capital. As part of formalising the club, the students are holding the first intra-institute event called the 'Zen of Investing', where the club plans to invite alumni working in the area of private equity, besides involving the faculty and students for the activity.

Why Is Vicky So TOXIC Towards Ankita?

Why Is Vicky So TOXIC Towards Ankita?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

'The face of a woman being insulted, vilified, degraded by her husband in front of the whole world for literally no reason ever.'

Investing provident fund money in PE funds would be a disaster

Investing provident fund money in PE funds would be a disaster

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Private-equity funds made an average annual return of just 7 per cent between January 2007 and December 2013 while the Sensex was up 11 per cent.

Is There Time For A Reset For Paytm?

Is There Time For A Reset For Paytm?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Going by the RBI directive and the overall narrative, Paytm may have lost the rigour of stress tests, audits and compliance.

Gold adds shine to PE portfolio

Gold adds shine to PE portfolio

Rediff.com16 Jun 2010

Low delinquency rates, huge demand attract investors to the unique gold financing sector.

It's Quiz Time, Folks!

It's Quiz Time, Folks!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

PE firms invested $8.9 bn in India in 2012

PE firms invested $8.9 bn in India in 2012

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

According to Venture Intelligence, a research service focused on private company transactions, PE firms invested $8,853 million this year, compared to the $10,378 million across 483 deals a year ago.

'Chai pe Crochet' for Modi

'Chai pe Crochet' for Modi

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

A colourful crochet blanket made by over 4,000 diaspora women was on Saturday presented to Prime Minister Modi on the final day of his maiden UK visit under a 'Chai pe Crochet' initiative.

Modi's 'Chai pe Charcha'? What's that all about?

Modi's 'Chai pe Charcha'? What's that all about?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Most Amdavadis that Rediff.com's Prasanna D Zore met were unaware of Bharatiya Janata Party prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi's outreach programme that kick-starts on Wednesday.