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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.

More than skin-deep: Nifty Next 50 complexion to get a shade of difference

More than skin-deep: Nifty Next 50 complexion to get a shade of difference

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) Nifty Next 50 Index could undergo large-scale changes if the proposed tweaks to its computation methodology get implemented. In a discussion paper floated recently, NSE Indices, which owns and manages a portfolio of over 350 indices under the Nifty brand, proposed that only stocks that are traded in the futures and options (F&O) segment can be part of the index. Currently, as many as 11 non-F&O stocks are part of the Nifty Next 50 Index, which, as the name suggests, represents the next rung of large and liquid securities after the Nifty50.

Jilted ex-lover planted bomb in home theatre to kill couple

Jilted ex-lover planted bomb in home theatre to kill couple

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

The Chhattisgarh police have solved the case of a home theatre music system explosion in Kabirdham district and arrested the former lover of a newly married woman for allegedly planting a bomb in the electronic device with an intention to kill the couple, an official said on Wednesday.

Stock Picks: 10 Value Bets For Rich Payoffs

Stock Picks: 10 Value Bets For Rich Payoffs

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

10 non-bank and non-finance stocks from the BSE500 Index universe that offer an optimal blend of low valuation, reasonably robust revenue and earnings growth in recent quarters, a strong balance sheet, and most importantly, positive cash flow from their operations.

BJP Going All Out To Win Karnataka, But...

BJP Going All Out To Win Karnataka, But...

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

The Congress and JD-S have made much of Amit Shah's remarks about milk co-operatives. 'If the Opposition harps on the statement, it could add to the narrative that Gujarat was trying to take over Karnataka.'

In India, 3 of 4 companies adulterating, mis-branding food go unpunished

In India, 3 of 4 companies adulterating, mis-branding food go unpunished

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Adulterated food can cause cancer, insomnia and other neurological problems, and adulteration is a growing concern across India

BJP as junior partner punches above its weight in northeast

BJP as junior partner punches above its weight in northeast

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party managed to notch up a morale-boosting win on its 'Mission Northeast' on Thursday by retaining Tripura emphatically, despite anti-incumbency and newcomer Tipra Motha playing spoilers to its party, while also piggy-backing to power in Nagaland on Neiphiu Rio-led NDPP's shoulder.

Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan Review: Only Bhai No Jaan

Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan Review: Only Bhai No Jaan

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Salman Khan is so neck deep in his formulaic rut that the only way he knows out is to dole out some more of the bunk. Except now, the swagger has traded places with desperation, notes Sukanya Verma.

Aim to double every 4 years: HDFC Bank MD after merger

Aim to double every 4 years: HDFC Bank MD after merger

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Having successfully executed the merger with parent HDFC, HDFC Bank's managing director and chief executive Sashidhar Jagdishan on Saturday said the country's largest lender aims to double every four years. In a letter to the over 4,000 employees from HDFC who joined the bank's rolls on Saturday, Jagdishan said the future is bright, and the work on realising the potential of the merger starts now. "The runway for financial services and mortgage, which are so underserved and under penetrated, is going to be very large. HDFC Bank - the combined entity - with a large and growing distribution and customer franchise, more than adequate capital, healthy asset quality and profitability, will be best positioned to capture growth.

Why Is Ojasvi Sharma So Popular?

Why Is Ojasvi Sharma So Popular?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The beauty queen was crowned Miss Popular Choice at Miss Diva 2022.

With Gujarat, Himachal results, stage set for 2024

With Gujarat, Himachal results, stage set for 2024

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Though the Congress, AAP and other Opposition parties may have high hopes and some positive takeaways to seize on from the results, it is the BJP which has a big headstart and is firmly in the lead.

PepsiCo's Nooyi 2nd most powerful woman in Fortune list

PepsiCo's Nooyi 2nd most powerful woman in Fortune list

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

On Nooyi, who is now in her 10th year as CEO, Fortune said, she "shows no signs of slowing down"

Xolo X900: Will YOU buy this Intel-powered phone at 23K?

Xolo X900: Will YOU buy this Intel-powered phone at 23K?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

A very solid start from Lava and Intel, but what we are really waiting for is a real 'I want this device'.

Time For Congress To Split Up?

Time For Congress To Split Up?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

If it splits now, who takes what away and leaves what behind? asks Shekhar Gupta.

Same-sex marriage: SC says Centre has no data to back 'elitist' claim

Same-sex marriage: SC says Centre has no data to back 'elitist' claim

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

The state cannot discriminate against an individual on the basis of sexual characteristic over which the person has no control, the Supreme Court said on Wednesday, asserting the Centre has no data to back up its claim that the concept of same-sex marriage is 'elitist' or 'urban'.

Post pandemic, customers find EMIs affordable

Post pandemic, customers find EMIs affordable

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Customers are increasingly preferring to pay through EMIs while buying high-value consumer items, as affordability has become a key factor in the post-pandemic scenario, payments solution provider Ezetap said on Thursday. Buying ability of consumers across the country has been significantly reduced due to the pandemic. They are either avoiding a single big payment or entirely skipping to buy any new item, Ezetap said.

Why Corporate Social Responsibility is the future for brands

Why Corporate Social Responsibility is the future for brands

Rediff.com28 Dec 2013

More and more CSR is being defined by how a company runs its operations and makes its profits; and just firms donating money to charities.

Ananya's WOW Liger Looks!

Ananya's WOW Liger Looks!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

From rocking body-con dresses to giving us boss lady vibes and slaying the desi look, Namrata Thakker lists her stunning sartorial choices for Liger promotions.

Here are Forbes' Top-10 most valuable football teams

Here are Forbes' Top-10 most valuable football teams

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

United topple Real Madrid off its perch in Forbes' list, Barca are at No 2 spot

IPL 2023: Confident Royals face stiff Punjab challenge

IPL 2023: Confident Royals face stiff Punjab challenge

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Rajasthan Royals would be banking on their near-perfect combinations in almost all departments of the game to put up another commanding performance when they take on a strong Punjab Kings.

Modi@9: Congress asks 9 questions, BJP calls them 'bundle of lies'

Modi@9: Congress asks 9 questions, BJP calls them 'bundle of lies'

Rediff.com26 May 2023

The Congress released a booklet 'Nau saal, Nau sawaal', asking nine questions from Modi. The BJP rejected the Congress' criticism as a 'bundle of lies and mountain of deception' and said the questions are born out of 'pathological hatred' of the PM.

Buying Packaged Food? 9 Things To Check

Buying Packaged Food? 9 Things To Check

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

If a product claims to be 'Made with Natural Ingredients', this may mean that one ingredient is natural. However it does not mean the product is 100% natural, cautions Pavitra K, lead, new product development, True Elements.

After Amazon, Flipkart fined for allowing sale of poor quality cookers

After Amazon, Flipkart fined for allowing sale of poor quality cookers

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) on Wednesday said it has imposed a penalty of Rs 1 lakh on e-commerce firm Flipkart for allowing sale of substandard domestic pressure cookers on its platform, in violation of mandatory standards. Headed by Chief Commissioner Nidhi Khare, the CCPA has directed Flipkart to recall all such 598 pressure cookers sold on its platform, reimburse their buyers, and submit a compliance report within 45 days. The central government routinely notifies the Quality Control Orders (QCOs), specifying compulsory conformity to a standard and use of the standard mark for a product to protect consumers from the risk of suffering injury and harm and in the interest of the public at large.

When Bollywood Went Blind

When Bollywood Went Blind

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Sukanya Verma looks at all the wonderful, wacky and woeful ways Bollywood has portrayed blindness on screen.

Sania to power HPCL's retail thrust

Sania to power HPCL's retail thrust

Rediff.com11 Mar 2005

Tennis icon Sania Mirza was on Friday roped in by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation for endorsing its retail brands.\n\n

8 Times Mouni Aced The Style Game

8 Times Mouni Aced The Style Game

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Is there a style that Mouni Roy can't pull off?

Thackeray-Ambedkar tieup opens up many possibilities in Maharashtra

Thackeray-Ambedkar tieup opens up many possibilities in Maharashtra

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

'The Shiv Sena and the Ambedkarites are two powerful social forces in Maharashtra with a presence in the toiling classes. However, they were made to fight each other by the powers that be. Now, they are joining hands while overcoming this contentious past.'

Google Pixel 7 series 15-21% costlier in India

Google Pixel 7 series 15-21% costlier in India

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Google's premium smartphone series Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro will be around 15-21 per cent costlier in India compared to other countries, according to the prices revealed by the company. The company has started pre-booking the Pixel 7 at Rs 59,999 ($729.36) and Pixel 7 Pro at Rs 84,999 ($1033.27) on the e-commerce portal Flipkart. The devices would be available from October 13.

10 cos line up IPOs worth Rs 10,000 cr in Dec

10 cos line up IPOs worth Rs 10,000 cr in Dec

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

The IPO lane will continue to be busy in December as 10 companies have lined up initial share-sale plans worth more than Rs 10,000 crore, merchant banking sources said on Wednesday. Moreover, the initial public offerings of Star Health and Allied Insurance and Tega Industries are currently open for public subscription. This comes after 10 firms successfully concluded their initial public offerings (IPOs) in November. Among the companies that scheduled their IPOs in this month include RateGain Travel Technologies, travel and hospitality technology services provider, and Anand Rathi Wealth Ltd, part of Mumbai-based financial services group Anand Rathi.

Pharma funds: 'Enter with a horizon of 5-7 years or more'

Pharma funds: 'Enter with a horizon of 5-7 years or more'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

In contrast with their strong performance in 2020 and 2021, pharmaceutical and healthcare funds experienced a decline in 2022, with returns plummeting by an average 9.8 per cent. This trend has continued in the current year, with year-to-date return remaining in the negative (-4.9 per cent). In the past three months, pharma funds have been hit hard, experiencing a 7.9 per cent decline.

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