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Slow to start, banks wrestle with insolvency regime

Slow to start, banks wrestle with insolvency regime

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Insolvency professionals feel the bankruptcy code will deter defaulters, but NPAs will not cease unless banks are sensitised on credit appraisal and experts are hired by banks to inspect what is happening with their loans.

After blockbuster IPO, IRCTC makes grand debut on stock market

After blockbuster IPO, IRCTC makes grand debut on stock market

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

The company's market valuation stood at Rs 10,972 crore in morning trade.

PSU stocks better placed in current market meltdown

PSU stocks better placed in current market meltdown

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

Among PSBs, the top gainers have been Union Bank of India and Corporation Bank, whose shares have rallied more than 15% each. Indian Bank and Bank of Baroda, too, registered double-digit rise

Why India genuinely needs to set up 'bad bank' soon

Why India genuinely needs to set up 'bad bank' soon

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

Henry Kravis, co-founder of global private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co, thinks India should go for a bad bank to deal with bad assets in banks. In an interaction with journalists in Delhi, he says there are plenty of opportunities in India. He was joined by India CEO Sanjay Nayar.

Very tough times lie ahead for next govt

Very tough times lie ahead for next govt

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

'The new government will have to contend with slowing economic growth, weak private investment, anaemic exports and vulnerable external imbalances, a stressed financial system, mounting fiscal pressures (including high government debt-to-GDP ratios) and an exceptionally bad employment situation,' says Shankar Acharya, former chief economic adviser to the Government of India.

My Top Stock Picks for 2021

My Top Stock Picks for 2021

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Three stockmarket experts give their best picks for the New Year.

World's 10 freest economies, India lags behind

World's 10 freest economies, India lags behind

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

Hong Kong is the world's freest economy according to the Index of Economic Freedom 2015.

Despite sluggish economy, start-up valuations, funding continue to soar

Despite sluggish economy, start-up valuations, funding continue to soar

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

Even at early stage, start-ups are raising more money faster owing to the rise of a lot of specialised early-stage VCs and emergence of seed-stage programmes.

How Naresh Goyal's mistakes clipped Jet's wings

How Naresh Goyal's mistakes clipped Jet's wings

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

Unless Naresh Goyal pulls the proverbial rabbit out of his hat or reveals an unexpected ace of spades, the airline he built from scratch - many refer to it as "his baby" - may slip out of his grasp, says Anjuli Bhargava.

FinMin directs banks to deal firmly with fraud, wilful default

FinMin directs banks to deal firmly with fraud, wilful default

Rediff.com27 Apr 2014

Banks recovered Rs 18,933 crore (Rs 189.33 billion) worth of bad loans during the April-December period.

Tatas strike back: 'Unforgivable attempt to besmirch group'

Tatas strike back: 'Unforgivable attempt to besmirch group'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

Refusing to be drawn into a point by point clarification of Mistry's letter, the company said: "It will be beneath the dignity of Tata Sons to engage in a public spat with regard to the several unfounded allegations appearing in his leaked confidential statement."

How the Supreme Court held nation's attention in 2019

How the Supreme Court held nation's attention in 2019

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Verdicts paving the way for construction of a Ram Temple at Ayodhya and India's multi-billion dollar Rafale fighter jet deal with France were 2019's landmark imprints of the Supreme Court, which also found itself at the centre of a controversy with then Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi being accused of sexual harassment before getting the clean chit.

RBI: Banks' NPAs still too high for comfort

RBI: Banks' NPAs still too high for comfort

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

'The banking sector appears to be on course to recovery,' declares the RBI governor.

SBI, top pvt banks come together to rescue Yes Bank

SBI, top pvt banks come together to rescue Yes Bank

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

The central bank is engaged with other financial institutions for investment as part of the scheme to resurrect Yes Bank under RBI imposed moratorium since March 5.

Retirees could bear brunt of Detroit bankruptcy

Retirees could bear brunt of Detroit bankruptcy

Rediff.com20 Jul 2013

Retirees and labour officials acknowledged that the city's finances were in a shambles and they would have to share in the sacrifice to help Detroit recover.

Bankers go into huddle to discuss PNB scam fallout

Bankers go into huddle to discuss PNB scam fallout

Rediff.com18 Feb 2018

The venue for Saturday's meeting was shifted at the last minute from the headquarters of the India Banks' Association in Cuffe Parade to avoid media glare.

RBI lens on outward remittances

RBI lens on outward remittances

Rediff.com25 Oct 2015

Money sent abroad rises sharply in July; maintenance of close relatives, education expenses top the chart

PNB fraud: FM slams regulators, auditors for 'not raising red flags'

PNB fraud: FM slams regulators, auditors for 'not raising red flags'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2018

Jaitley slammed lack of ethics in certain sections of businesses and said multiple layers of auditing system chose to either look the other way or did a casual job.

Emerging markets should go for gold

Emerging markets should go for gold

Rediff.com10 May 2016

As it is a highly liquid asset, central banks can afford to look past its short-term volatility to longer-run average returns.

Anil Ambani's future hinges on walking the talk

Anil Ambani's future hinges on walking the talk

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

As debt piles up, Anil Ambani's ability to see the asset sale plan through will be crucial

Post sell-off, govt likely to hold around 26% stake in Air India

Post sell-off, govt likely to hold around 26% stake in Air India

Rediff.com12 Jan 2018

Government believes privatisation would increase the airline's efficiency and make it profitable, enriching the value of the remaining stake with it.

The failure of India's regulators to protect investors

The failure of India's regulators to protect investors

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

Each scam that comes out in the open shows the regulators to be miles behind.

DLF-Sebi case: SAT adjourns hearing till Oct 30

DLF-Sebi case: SAT adjourns hearing till Oct 30

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

After hearing the petition, filed by the country's largest real estate developer last week, the Tribunal adjourned the matter till October 30 next week, as it sought a response from capital markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India on DLF's plea for an interim relief.

Hands down, Gadkari is Modi's best minister

Hands down, Gadkari is Modi's best minister

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

'There is merit in appointing people with ability and energy, then leaving them to do the job.' 'The Modi government would have had a better record if it had stuck to this formula from the beginning,' argues T N Ninan.

Challenges Imran's 'Naya Pakistan' Faces

Challenges Imran's 'Naya Pakistan' Faces

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

'Against the backdrop of difficult administrative, political and economic problems, Imran's temperament and staying power will be the subject of intense expectation and public scrutiny,' says Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan Desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Construction firms caught in a cleft

Construction firms caught in a cleft

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

While slow execution and delays in infrastructure projects have led to a payment crisis as recovery of dues is a big challenge, banks are breathing down their necks for loan repayment.

10 PSU stocks worth buying

10 PSU stocks worth buying

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

Known for stable returns, near debt-free status and dividend track record, these 10 PSU stocks are worth buying now.

How to revive India's economy

How to revive India's economy

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Nitin Desai suggests some concrete measures to revive investment and boost growth.

Icra downgrades Jet Airways' loan

Icra downgrades Jet Airways' loan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

The company has finalised a three year business plan to increase revenue and control costs.

Forget stocks, MFs. Become a PE investor for just Rs 25 lakh

Forget stocks, MFs. Become a PE investor for just Rs 25 lakh

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Private equity investing can be rewarding, but an investor needs to be patient as exiting can be tricky and these assets do not provide instant liquidity.

Investment gurus on how to maximise returns in 2015

Investment gurus on how to maximise returns in 2015

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Be a disciplined investor for attractive returns, says fund managers.

Villain, victim or scapegoat?

Villain, victim or scapegoat?

Rediff.com18 May 2018

'NiMo having skipped, the next best bet is a high-profile banker.' 'Ms Usha happens to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.' 'Ms Usha's crime? That's as thin as it gets.'

What CBI probe means for Mumbai, Navi Mumbai airports

What CBI probe means for Mumbai, Navi Mumbai airports

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Strangely, a few days after filing the charges, the CBI teams arrived in Hyderabad and Mumbai to raid GVK's offices and found incriminating evidence, a reversal of the normal course of events.

As Sorrell's reign ends WPP stares at an uncertain future

As Sorrell's reign ends WPP stares at an uncertain future

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

Whatever happens to WPP, the marketing communications business will no longer be the same again, says Sreekant Khandekar.

'Air India's books are so bad that nobody will buy it'

'Air India's books are so bad that nobody will buy it'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Air India has been in the red since the merger of then Air India and Indian Airlines in 2007.

2020 will see fresh challenges for banking

2020 will see fresh challenges for banking

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

'Given the emerging trends, it may be time for India to embrace digital banking,' notes Pradipta Bagchi.

Banks seek leeway from RBI

Banks seek leeway from RBI

Rediff.com6 Jan 2014

Say 30 days not enough to resolve stress; want higher provision norms deferred till economy picks up

Budget: The devil is in the detail

Budget: The devil is in the detail

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

Strategic sales are tricky and were last undertaken when the Vajpayee government was in power.

Order inflows: Where did this Rs 2.67 trillion go?

Order inflows: Where did this Rs 2.67 trillion go?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2019

Over 93% of the orders in the year came from the central and state governments, PSUs, and NHAI.

IndiGo flies high in India's cut-throat airline market

IndiGo flies high in India's cut-throat airline market

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

IndiGo was set up in 2006 by businessman Rahul Bhatia and Rakesh Gangwal, a former CEO for US Airways Group.