News for 'Poddar'

Want to live longer? Consume more fish

Want to live longer? Consume more fish

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

Eating fish may help prolong life says study.

Ranji Roundup: Unadkat strikes twice; Gujarat in command

Ranji Roundup: Unadkat strikes twice; Gujarat in command

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Friday.

2 FIRs lodged in connection with Munger violence

2 FIRs lodged in connection with Munger violence

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

The incident, allegedly triggered by the local police objecting to a procession being taken out for immersion of a Durga idol late Monday night in flagrant violation of social distancing norms, had set off a pitched battle between security personnel and devotees.

Hazare Trophy: Pandey, Rahul take Karnataka to victory

Hazare Trophy: Pandey, Rahul take Karnataka to victory

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

Karnataka rode on Rahul's 81 runs and an unbeaten 142 by Pandey.

Mallya gains ground in MCF battle

Mallya gains ground in MCF battle

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

He manages to get back a majority of pledged shares.

Saina returns to training after knee surgery

Saina returns to training after knee surgery

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

India badminton player Saina Nehwal thanked her team of physios as she returned to the court for a training session on Tuesday.

Spotted: Sophie Choudry in China

Spotted: Sophie Choudry in China

Rediff.com3 Sep 2009

Reader Aloke Surana has sent us a photograph.

BJP fields Prabhu from AP, Akbar, Sahasrabuddhe also on RS list

BJP fields Prabhu from AP, Akbar, Sahasrabuddhe also on RS list

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Party's general secretary Ram Madhav, whose name was doing rounds as a contender, is not among the six candidates with sources saying he is likely to get a bigger responsibility in the organisation following a rejig expected soon.

Why India's economic growth will pick up in 2013

Why India's economic growth will pick up in 2013

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

A decline in oil prices, improving demand situation in abroad markets and structural reforms at home will help Indian economy regain its high growth trajectory in the coming years, according to US investment banking giant Goldman Sachs.

Want to invest in Stocks? Check out these courses

Want to invest in Stocks? Check out these courses

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

'Trading is about psychology; 75% of it is about keeping your emotions in check.'

BJP's C R Patil wins by 6.89 L votes, biggest victory margin

BJP's C R Patil wins by 6.89 L votes, biggest victory margin

Rediff.com24 May 2019

His margin was just a shade lower than the 6.96 lakh record set by Pritam Munde in October 2014 when she won the by-election to Beed seat in Maharashtra after the untimely death of her father and former Union minister Gopinath Munde.

Warden arrested for making girl student drink urine

Warden arrested for making girl student drink urine

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

The warden of Patha Bhavan hostel of Visva Bharati University in Shanti Niketan, West Bengal, has been arrested for allegedly forcing a girl student to drink her own urine. The warden of Karabi Girls' Hostel, Uma Poddar, has been arrested for compelling the student, who wet her bed, to drink her urine on Saturday night, Sub-Divisional Police Officer of Bolpur Prasanta Chowdhury said on Monday.

Govt to issue OTT guidelines soon: Javadekar

Govt to issue OTT guidelines soon: Javadekar

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

The government will soon issue guidelines for regulation of OTT (over the top) platforms that will address issues such as sensitive content, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

Slowdown: RBI may halt rate hike

Slowdown: RBI may halt rate hike

Rediff.com1 Dec 2011

Moderating economic growth and easing inflation may prompt the Reserve Bank to halt interest rate hike in the upcoming mid-quarterly credit policy review later this month, according to analysts.

Will final GST bill put farm goods on exempted list?

Will final GST bill put farm goods on exempted list?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

Revised draft model Bill clearly says an agriculturist for the purpose of agriculture won't be liable for registration under GST.

How Budget may affect income tax, industry sectors

How Budget may affect income tax, industry sectors

Rediff.com22 Feb 2011

The Union Budget for 2011-12 comes at a critical juncture for the economy -- high inflation, tight liquidity, elevated fiscal and current account deficits, and a slowdown in the reform process have taken away the sheen from the India growth story.

Yuvi not part of top 74 players as selectors name BP XI squad

Yuvi not part of top 74 players as selectors name BP XI squad

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

The national selection committee on Thursday picked up a fourth string 14-member Board President's XI squad for the warm-up game against Australia, making it clear that Yuvraj Singh is now not a part of even the top 74 cricketers in the country.

'Dear Ajit: Need your advice on mid- and small-caps'

'Dear Ajit: Need your advice on mid- and small-caps'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Tea, biscuits and some medicines may come under GST

Tea, biscuits and some medicines may come under GST

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

Common items between Centre and states - bread, eggs, milk, vegetables, cereals, books and salt - will continue to be exempted.

Mumbai ex-mill land comes with many riders

Mumbai ex-mill land comes with many riders

Rediff.com10 Aug 2010

Last week, Indiabulls Infratech, part of the Indiabulls group, bagged NTC's Bharath Mill land, spread over 8.3 acres, in Mumbai for Rs 1,505 crore (Rs 15.05 billion).

A peek into the flashy lifestyles of India's richest businessmen

A peek into the flashy lifestyles of India's richest businessmen

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

Indian billionaires do not believe in sitting on their wealth.

The 51 seats going to polls in Phase 5

The 51 seats going to polls in Phase 5

Rediff.com6 May 2019

There will be total of 51 seats going to polls spread across 7 states in the fifth phase.

GST delay to cast shadow on Budget

GST delay to cast shadow on Budget

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Consensus seems a problem before the current session of Parliament ends.

Spotted: Michael Kasprowicz and Graeme Hick

Spotted: Michael Kasprowicz and Graeme Hick

Rediff.com18 May 2009

Reader Sarnab Poddar sent us these pictures from Los Angeles.

The top 10 challenges for India

The top 10 challenges for India

Rediff.com18 Jun 2009

In its Global Economics Paper, Goldman Sachs Economic Research has outlined ten crucial steps that India must take to achieve its full potential.

Ranji Roundup: Bengal virtually seal semis berth

Ranji Roundup: Bengal virtually seal semis berth

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played on Sunday.

FM quoted Kashmiri verse, Tamil literature in longest Budget speech

FM quoted Kashmiri verse, Tamil literature in longest Budget speech

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

She recited a Kashmiri verse, which was part of a poem by Sahitya Akademi award winner Pandit Dinanath Koul. She rendered the verse in both Kashmiri and Hindi. Besides, the minister quoted woman Tamil poet Avvaiyar, Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar, a verse from Raghuvamsa by Kalidasa, as well as late finance minister Arun Jaitley while talking about the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Raise income tax slabs reasonably: E&Y

Raise income tax slabs reasonably: E&Y

Rediff.com22 Jun 2009

Global financial consultancy firm Ernst and Young wants the personal income tax slabs to be raised to a reasonable level as the lowest bracket "kicks in too early".

'We wish to offer water as an esoteric experience'

'We wish to offer water as an esoteric experience'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2008

'Our vision is to create next generation beverages with water placed on the wellness platform. The Himalayan brand is our first step in this direction and will be available across the country in the next 6-9 months,' says Pradeep Poddar, managing director and CEO, Mount Everest.

Home Trade scam: Sebi issues notices

Home Trade scam: Sebi issues notices

Rediff.com22 Jan 2008

Sebi had to post the show cause notices on its website as the accused entities did not receive the notices sent to them earlier. The regulator has accused the entities of creating artificial volumes and manipulating the price of shares of Home Trade Ltd with a view to defrauding the banks and investors.

BSE suspends trading in 52 firms

BSE suspends trading in 52 firms

Rediff.com30 Aug 2006

The Bombay Stock Exchange has suspended trading in 52 companies with effect from September 20 for failing to comply with various provisions of the listing agreement.

Tata plans water brand to take on Coke, Pepsi

Tata plans water brand to take on Coke, Pepsi

Rediff.com5 Jun 2008

Tata Tea, which sold its stake in US-based Glaceau last year, plans to begin selling a low-priced bottled water in the country through its unit Mount Everest Mineral Water, to take on global rivals such as Coca-Cola and PepsiCo in the Rs 1,500-crore packaged drinking water market."We want to do it quickly,'' Pradeep Poddar, managing director and CEO, Mount Everest, said. "The market is still very young and we can evolve it further through marketing new offerings."

NRI donates $100,000 for restoring Ram Mohan tomb

NRI donates $100,000 for restoring Ram Mohan tomb

Rediff.com12 Jun 2007

Aditya K Poddar, chairman of Wellside International Pte Ltd, handed over a cheque for $100,000 to India's Acting High Commissioner Asoke Mukherji at India House in London.

'Wrong to expect that Pak will understand the language of peace'

'Wrong to expect that Pak will understand the language of peace'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

Seeking stringent action against the perpetrators of the Pulwama attack, India Inc said 'now we have to make sure that the world knows that they can't mess with us'.

5 Indians bag $12,530 Posco fellowship

5 Indians bag $12,530 Posco fellowship

Rediff.com23 Aug 2006

Five Indian students have been selected by Posco-India for fellowships for a Masters programme at the Graduate School of International Studies in Korea University.

Cola ban may hit investment: Trade groups

Cola ban may hit investment: Trade groups

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry says banning colas without following proper law will hurt India's credibility and investment climate.

What India Inc says about Budget 2006

What India Inc says about Budget 2006

Rediff.com28 Feb 2006

Industry captains share their views on the Budget.

Lack of good economists impacting policy making: Rajan

Lack of good economists impacting policy making: Rajan

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

Flagging the issue of lack of enough economists in the country, Reserve Bank India (RBI) Governor Raghuram Rajan has said the inability to get quality talent may be hurting policy making.

This Covid warrior was showered with petals

This Covid warrior was showered with petals

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

"I am not afraid of COVID-19.'