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Air India: Will JRD Tata's Legend Return?

Air India: Will JRD Tata's Legend Return?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

J R D Tata and Air India... Mrigank Warrier explores one of India's eternal love stories.

Sebi doubles retail limit, tightens IPO norms

Sebi doubles retail limit, tightens IPO norms

Rediff.com26 Oct 2010

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has increased the application limit for retail investors to Rs 2 lakh, from Rs 1 lakh at present. The decision was taken at the regulator's board meeting today.

Sebi may relax listing norms for startups

Sebi may relax listing norms for startups

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Startup may get some relation from Sebi for listing firms.

Oxygen Crisis: Will this PSU Help?

Oxygen Crisis: Will this PSU Help?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

The NINL management can see this as their moment of giving back to the nation and humanity. Its plant has an oxygen unit that can produce 418 tonnes of oxygen every day. 418 tonnes is about 58% of Delhi's daily demand for oxygen, notes Sudhir Bisht.

Shivinder says brother Malvinder forged wife's signature

Shivinder says brother Malvinder forged wife's signature

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

Malvinder "forged the signatures" of Aditi Singh, Shivinder's wife, in the documents of RHC Holdings Pvt Ltd, which along with Oscar Investments Ltd jointly owned financial services firm Religare Enterprises Ltd and hospital chain Fortis Healthcare Ltd, it said.

What happens if India bans Chinese smartphones

What happens if India bans Chinese smartphones

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Chinese mobile brands are deeply entrenched in the Indian market. A move to bar them may send a bold diplomatic message. But its cost for the local industry is anybody's guess. In the event that Chinese brands face curbs, two handset makers - Samsung and Apple - squarely stand to gain.

Jobs still elude Goans

Jobs still elude Goans

Rediff.com6 Feb 2017

The Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board, the BJP's brainchild, has been able to create only 1,500 jobs

Securing the Future of India's Internet Economy

Securing the Future of India's Internet Economy

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

'Google and Facebook need to be tamed, their garb of 'Investing in India's future' need to be pulled off,' observes Vibhu Arya.

RBI will keep PSBs under strict watch

RBI will keep PSBs under strict watch

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

RBI says haste in easing norms for banks harmful to economy.

Amundi buy of Pioneer makes it sponsor of 2 funds

Amundi buy of Pioneer makes it sponsor of 2 funds

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

One-sponsor-one-fund rule may set off merger as Amundi seen sponsoring two funds following buyout.

Will Chalet Hotels IPO revive the market?

Will Chalet Hotels IPO revive the market?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

Five to six issues may hit the market if Chalet Hotels's IPO is successful and if there are no negative surprises in the Union Budget on February 1.

Startup India: Why progress is soooo slow

Startup India: Why progress is soooo slow

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

Seven months down the line, not much progress has been made, except that the scheme is still being fine-tuned.

Govt backs Sebi on OFCD, Sahara may file rejoinder

Govt backs Sebi on OFCD, Sahara may file rejoinder

Rediff.com5 Sep 2011

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) told a litigation court that both entities were bound by Sebi regulations, as the money raising by the erstwhile Sahara India Real Estate Corp (SIRECL) and Sahara Housing Invest Corp Ltd (SHICL) would come under the definition of public issue.

In praise of the bureaucrat

In praise of the bureaucrat

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Does IAS officers' work go unappreciated, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Small savings rates slashed by 0.1%

Small savings rates slashed by 0.1%

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

Since April 2016, interest rates of all small saving schemes have been recalibrated on a quarterly basis.

CCD's Siddhartha was a 'nice guy' CEO

CCD's Siddhartha was a 'nice guy' CEO

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

A family man with two sons, who made it a point to attend all weddings and occasions in the community, Siddhartha is known by everyone as the quintessential 'nice guy' CEO -- never yelling, raising his voice or screaming at his employees, says Pavan Lall.

Why some fund managers have quit their jobs

Why some fund managers have quit their jobs

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

They are making switch to the high-growth alternative investments fund industry, reports Pavan Burugula.

Sebi tightens M&A rules for unlisted firms

Sebi tightens M&A rules for unlisted firms

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

Market regulator also announces measures for mutual funds sector.

'Bad banks' make a comeback

'Bad banks' make a comeback

Rediff.com9 Jun 2018

The 'bad bank' -- which will help banks clear their balance sheets by transferring the NPAs to special purpose vehicles -- has been one of the most debated ideas for stressed asset resolution.

A case for raising defence FDI to 100%

A case for raising defence FDI to 100%

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

Access to India's defence market must be made conditional -- available only to those who are ready to make a long-term commitment in India, argues Ajai Shukla.

Sebi warns investors of 2 Sahara group cos

Sebi warns investors of 2 Sahara group cos

Rediff.com7 Jan 2011

The regulator, in a public notice, said investors of Sahara India Real Estate Corporation Ltd and Sahara Housing Investment Corporation Ltd should take investment decision at their own risk.

Why did RBI take this route to save Yes Bank?

Why did RBI take this route to save Yes Bank?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

'The RBI has not allowed any commercial bank to fail in the past three decades.' 'It has always played the role of a matchmaker, but this is the best deal it has stitched,' notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Sachin Bansal steps on Ola's gas as investor

Sachin Bansal steps on Ola's gas as investor

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

The deal brings the two start-up stalwarts - Bansal and Ola co-founder and chief executive officer Bhavish Aggarwal - together in the backdrop of growing foreign control in this space.

Sebi nod for real estate MF rules

Sebi nod for real estate MF rules

Rediff.com26 Jun 2006

The Securities and Exchange Board of India on Monday approved guidelines for real estate mutual funds.

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.

Sebi cautions investors against illegal fund raising schemes

Sebi cautions investors against illegal fund raising schemes

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Sebi had directed some of these companies to wind up their unregistered schemes and repay investors.

These funds earn bigger returns than MFs

These funds earn bigger returns than MFs

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

'The ability to tailor schemes to market conditions and invest in unlisted equity and real estate, as well as commodities, makes Alternative Investment Funds a sought after platform.'

I-bankers hit back at Sebi on PSU floats

I-bankers hit back at Sebi on PSU floats

Rediff.com27 Sep 2010

Investment bankers have dismissed the capital market regulator Sebi's concerns over near-zero fee for managing public sector issues.

Karti Chidambaram gets bail in INX Media case

Karti Chidambaram gets bail in INX Media case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Karti was arrested on February 28 by the Central Bureau of Investigation on his return from the United Kingdom, and his 12-day judicial custody was to expire on Saturday in the case.

What Modi can learn from Abe

What Modi can learn from Abe

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Both have been robustly muscular leaders who began as immensely charismatic politicians conveying an impression that they were makers of history, raring to go. Both have been hyperactive on the world stage. But in the final analysis, Abe is departing on a sombre note, unceremoniously and apologetically, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

BSE wants Sebi to raise ceiling on depository holding

BSE wants Sebi to raise ceiling on depository holding

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

Rules for market infrastructure institutions such as stock exchanges, clearing corporations, and depositories have come under review by Sebi after five years.

IBC: The CURIOUS Case of Videocon

IBC: The CURIOUS Case of Videocon

Rediff.com6 Aug 2021

Valuers have found almost no assets to pay for their claims against the Videocon group that entered the insolvency process in 2018. But the dissenters suggest that the money is elsewhere, possibly in the group's oil and gas assets, which are not part of the group's bankruptcy case.

Why Binny Bansal quit Flipkart

Why Binny Bansal quit Flipkart

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

His decision follows an independent investigation done on behalf of Flipkart and Walmart into an allegation of serious personal misconduct. Bansal, however, denies the allegations.

Govt aims to transform India through access, inclusion, empowerment: PM

Govt aims to transform India through access, inclusion, empowerment: PM

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

Asserting that the self reliant India programme will help revive the global economy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday told global business community that his government aims to transform the country through access, inclusion and empowerment while also ensuring complete data security. Addressing the World Economic Forum's online Davos Agenda Summit, where he also interacted with global business leaders, Modi also said India offers a predictable and friendly environment from tax regime to FDI norms. He said Aatmanirbhar Bharat movement is committed to global good and global supply chain while the country's digital profile has been completely transformed.

Sebi lens on angels could lead to crowdfunding rules

Sebi lens on angels could lead to crowdfunding rules

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Sebi wants angel networks to follow public and private placement norms

US election, Q2 results to keep markets volatile: Analysts

US election, Q2 results to keep markets volatile: Analysts

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

A weak economy coupled with rising Covid-19 cases and inflation that is above RBI's comfort zone, geopolitical developments, and upcoming India Inc's second quarter results for FY21 could impact sentiment, analysts say.

World Bank arm to sell 1.8% stake in Bandhan Bank

World Bank arm to sell 1.8% stake in Bandhan Bank

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

Bandhan Bank has filed a draft red herring prospectus with Sebi for an IPO of up to 119 million equity shares, with face value of Rs 10 each.

2017 saw 105 companies launch their IPOs on the SME platform

2017 saw 105 companies launch their IPOs on the SME platform

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Close to three dozen companies will launch their IPOs over the next four-six months.

For AirAsia's Tony Fernandes, Indian sky is out of bounds

For AirAsia's Tony Fernandes, Indian sky is out of bounds

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

With cash shortage and plans going awry, the AirAsia owner is looking to cash out of the venture he built with Ratan Tata in 2013.

How the Budget could improve the lot of Indian cities

How the Budget could improve the lot of Indian cities

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

There has been a welcome focus on fundamental reforms, time-bound programmes that fix accountability and the use of technology. The upcoming Budget could build on these initiatives, says Abhas Jha.