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Will AI, Like Y2K, Be Gamechanger For Indian IT Cos?

Will AI, Like Y2K, Be Gamechanger For Indian IT Cos?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

'The race is now on for Indian IT firms to develop their AI prowess and focus on a software-first approach to services as the people element becomes more complicated with Trump's expected new regulations.'

Whatever happened to Brand India?

Whatever happened to Brand India?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2004

Brand India: Tonic for the soul

Brand India: Tonic for the soul

Rediff.com17 May 2007

An interview with Landor's executive creative director Peter Knapp.

CRED's Kunal Shah Is Top Startup Founder-Investor

CRED's Kunal Shah Is Top Startup Founder-Investor

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Kunal Shah has funded over 266 startups including Razorpay, Snapdeal, Zetwork, BlueSmart, Unacademy, Bliss Club, and Spinny, amongst others.

Nicole Kidman face of Etihad Airways' new brand campaign

Nicole Kidman face of Etihad Airways' new brand campaign

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

The still versions of the campaign will appear in print and digital.

Ashes: 'Aus needs to improve but England lack depth'

Ashes: 'Aus needs to improve but England lack depth'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

Former Australia Test skipper Tim Paine reckons England lack the depth to go toe to toe with Pat Cummins and Co in the ongoing Ashes series.

FMCG supply gridlock: Demand falls, inventory adds up

FMCG supply gridlock: Demand falls, inventory adds up

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The supply chain for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies is seeing congestion due to persistently low demand. This has led to an increase in inventory days, with stocks accumulating at distributors and compelling them to extend higher credit periods to retailers. Distributors, Business Standard spoke to, revealed that demand inventory days have more than doubled in some cases, forcing them to offer credit terms as long as 45 days to retailers, as consumer offtake continues to face pressure.

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial units, ought to really focus on what we can really do to make the world a safer place, maybe 50 or 100 years from now.' 'For instance, how can we deal with climate change and global warming, right now?' 'The effects of it may not be felt now; in fact, we may pay a price for it today, but it will help the generations to follow.'

Watch Kate Winslet's Regime On OTT

Watch Kate Winslet's Regime On OTT

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

From damsels versus dragons to showbiz shenanigans, ready to catch all the action on OTT this week?

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The City of Bikes is like no other.

D-Street cautious on Aditya Birla Fashion amid weak performance

D-Street cautious on Aditya Birla Fashion amid weak performance

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

The stock of Aditya Birla Fashion Retail is down 10 per cent from its February high. Even as the revenue performance of the apparel retail major in the October-December quarter's for the 2022-23 financial year (Q3FY23) was better than expected, the company saw brokerage downgrades, given the weak operating performance and the pressure on margins. This the second consecutive quarter of margin miss despite strong traction on the sales front.

The legend of Neeraj Chopra continues to grow!

The legend of Neeraj Chopra continues to grow!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Neeraj Chopra's rise to stardom from a Haryana village has been nothing short of spectacular.

Will Neeraj breach 90m mark at World Athletics?

Will Neeraj breach 90m mark at World Athletics?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra expects to breach the coveted 90m mark this year but doesn't want to think about "distance" going into the World Athletics Championships, in Eugene, United States.

Byju's, MPL want exit from Team India sponsorship

Byju's, MPL want exit from Team India sponsorship

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Indian team's jersey sponsor Byju's wants to terminate its agreement with the BCCI which has asked the company to continue at least until March 2023.

All of us are hindsight kings, it doesn't work here: Ashwin backs management

All of us are hindsight kings, it doesn't work here: Ashwin backs management

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The decision to rest Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the last two ODIs against West Indies has drawn a lot of flak, but Ravichandran Ashwin defended the team management's call saying critics were finding fault for the sake of it.

Brand isn't everything, says Pepsico India chief

Brand isn't everything, says Pepsico India chief

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

PepsiCo India's new CEO admits to being an ardent follower of the world's management gurus and they clearly mould his outlook.

RECAP 2023: Here's What We Learnt

RECAP 2023: Here's What We Learnt

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Sukanya Verma recaps everything we learned this year in showbiz.

Ashes: Australia didn't even bring their 'B Game' in opener: Labuschagne

Ashes: Australia didn't even bring their 'B Game' in opener: Labuschagne

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Marnus Labuschagne said Australia, especially the pacers, did not even bring their "B Game" in the win against England in the Ashes opener.

Ashes: Nasser Hussain picks Moeen Ali's replacement

Ashes: Nasser Hussain picks Moeen Ali's replacement

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

Nasser Hussain believes England should replace Moeen Ali with either speedster Mark Wood or Chris Woakes.

'It's an honour to play in the CWG'

'It's an honour to play in the CWG'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Australia start favourites against India but Radha doesn't see it that way.

Aditya Birla group to take over Reebok's India operations

Aditya Birla group to take over Reebok's India operations

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

In a major expansion into sportswear and lifestyle wear segment, the Kumar Mangalam Birla-led Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail has signed a long-term licensing agreement with Authentic Brand Group of New York, which has the marketing and branding rights of Reebok, to run the operations of the global sportswear, athletic and lifestyle major in the country and ASEAN markets. The new agreement between the largest domestic multi-brand fashion retailer and Authentic Brand is an extension of their existing relationship as ABFRL already markets and sells some ABG brands like Forever 21. The agreement follows the global transfer of ownership of the Reebok brand from Adidas to ABG, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022.

Barbie Review: Of Pluck, Pinkness And Patriarchy Bashing

Barbie Review: Of Pluck, Pinkness And Patriarchy Bashing

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Delving into deeper topics, fleshing out a timely satire, rooting for womanhood while being full of beans, dance, music, charm and comedy, Greta Gerwig's creativity knows no bounds, raves Sukanya Verma.

Beginner's Guide To Investing In Stocks

Beginner's Guide To Investing In Stocks

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Here's how beginners can follow a very practical approach for finding stocks for long term investing and building a decent portfolio.

Hardik doesn't believe in chop and change philosophy

Hardik doesn't believe in chop and change philosophy

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

"I can understand that if I stand in his shoes that even if you are continuously benched for India. It is difficult, as much as I speak to them, it's no consolation for not playing, but at the same time, if I can repeat the point and keep a healthy atmosphere, it's fine."

BMW launches three luxury brands in India

BMW launches three luxury brands in India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

German luxury car maker BMW on Tuesday launched BMW Gran Turismo, BMW X6M and BMW 760Li and plans to ramp up capacity of its manufacturing plant at Chennai.

ITC Q3 net profit rises 23% to Rs 5,070 crore

ITC Q3 net profit rises 23% to Rs 5,070 crore

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

ITC Ltd on Friday reported a 23.09 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 5,070.09 crore for the third quarter ended December 2022, helped by growth momentum across its operating segments. The diversified company had posted a net profit of Rs 4,118.80 crore during the October-December quarter of the previous fiscal, ITC said in a regulatory filing. Its revenue from operations was up 3.56 per cent to Rs 19,020.65 crore during the quarter under review, as against Rs 18,365.80 crore in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal.

Superheroes. Super cops. Super Fun

Superheroes. Super cops. Super Fun

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Super heroes, super cops, super fun. Sukanya Verma tells us it's all there on OTT this week.

England confident of wresting back control at Lord's

England confident of wresting back control at Lord's

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

Leach (1-42) bowled with good control and found prodigious spin, picking up the wicket of Aiden Markram (16).

Sachin@50: 50 Interesting Facts

Sachin@50: 50 Interesting Facts

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

As Sachin turns 50, Rediff brings you 50 fascinating facts about the God of Cricket.

Stocks of apparel retailers are in fashion

Stocks of apparel retailers are in fashion

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Led by Trent, which hit its lifetime-high recently, apparel retailers have gained between 10 per cent and 36 per cent over the past three weeks. Given the network of physical stores, these stocks shall be major beneficiaries of the unlock theme, with most states doing away with Covid restrictions. Amid improving footfall, analysts expect the sector to post double-digit growth in FY23.

Textile firms get ready to stitch 'anti COVID' clothing line

Textile firms get ready to stitch 'anti COVID' clothing line

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

To cater to the antiviral fabrics and antimicrobial segment, almost all the Indian big textiles brands, including Reliance, Arvind, Aditya Birla, Donear Group, Raymond, and Siyaram have entered the market. Companies started their journey with reusable masks and PPE kits, and today, they are offering a range of PPE clothing along with fashion and casualwear.

The Indrani Vs Rahul Face Off

The Indrani Vs Rahul Face Off

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Rahul knew this was coming. That 'dirt' would be dug up.

Your OTT Menu: Mothers. Vampires. Politicians.

Your OTT Menu: Mothers. Vampires. Politicians.

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Fascinating new offerings from beloved auteurs as well as a steady supply of remakes and biopics colour the OTT scene this week. Sukanya Verma lists her picks.

Pakistan players missing a big opportunity by not playing in IPL: Afridi

Pakistan players missing a big opportunity by not playing in IPL: Afridi

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

Pakistan's former captain Shahid Afridi rued the absence of top players from his country in a 'big platform' like the Indian Premier League.

Young blood and fans, secret of Arsenal's new resolve

Young blood and fans, secret of Arsenal's new resolve

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

The difference between this side and the under-achieving teams towards the end of Wenger's reign is their experience. Martinelli made his debut in 2019 while Saka has been a regular since the 2019-20 campaign.

Covid-19 impact: Textile, paint makers roll out antiviral layer to ads

Covid-19 impact: Textile, paint makers roll out antiviral layer to ads

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Almost each of these companies has a different technology to show for the effectiveness against microbes.

Restaurants' staff say will seek pay hike, fear tips may dwindle

Restaurants' staff say will seek pay hike, fear tips may dwindle

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

With hotels and restaurants being barred from levying service charge, waiters, chefs and other workers are worried they will lose out on money and are planning to approach managements to seek a pay raise. They are also apprehensive that tips given by customers out of goodwill will dwindle. Uttarakhand-native Prakash Singh Koranga, 27, a chef who works at an outlet of popular franchise Moti Mahal Deluxe restaurant in south Delhi, said service charge which gets proportionally divided among the staff acts as an "extra income" and "incentive to give our best at the job".

'Iski Ho Ya Uski, Khoop Piyo Whiskey'

'Iski Ho Ya Uski, Khoop Piyo Whiskey'

Rediff.com21 May 2022

'As we grew up in service and became seniors ourselves, our commanders advised us to graduate to whiskey since rum did not suit the stature and 'shaan' of a senior officer.' Nitin Sathe recalls his encounters with whiskey on World Whiskey Day.

Why Netflix Hasn't Made An Impact in India

Why Netflix Hasn't Made An Impact in India

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Netflix is reminiscent of Star TV in the 1990s: Very Western in its gaze, very expensive, and clueless, notes Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.