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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.

CMC IPO likely soon

CMC IPO likely soon

Rediff.com27 Jan 2004

'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.

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.

Why splitting banks' CMD post is a half-baked move

Why splitting banks' CMD post is a half-baked move

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

Many bankers say the move will have a serious impact on the chain of command of nationalised banks and that it would only enable the government to dish out favours to a few of their own men.

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

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.

Why a flop called SEZ remains attractive to politicians

Why a flop called SEZ remains attractive to politicians

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

SEZs account for just about a third of India's merchandise exports (and roughly the same proportion of services exports). Yet, the notion of creating global manufacturing centres of the kind that propelled China to superpowerdom retains a durable appeal within the Indian policy-making establishment, notes Kanika Datta.

As FinMin stepped back, loans to Mallya surged ahead

As FinMin stepped back, loans to Mallya surged ahead

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

In 2010, ministry told its officers nominated on PSB boards to stay away from big-loan panels; central bank followed suit.

The Mystery of Rising FDI as GDP Slumps

The Mystery of Rising FDI as GDP Slumps

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

'An explanation perhaps lies in the culture of revisions that has grown deep roots in the government data collection system,' notes A K Bhattacharya.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

Hits and misses from the last Budget

Hits and misses from the last Budget

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

Five key capital market announcements from the previous Budget.

Rise of Cars24, India's latest unicorn

Rise of Cars24, India's latest unicorn

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Co-founders of India's latest unicorn expected Covid-19 to be a speed breaker; instead it accelerated sales. Cars24 now enjoys more than 90 per cent market share among all other similar online transaction platforms. Dhruv Munjal traces the birth of this used-cars platform.

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.

AirAsia India to get fresh capital

AirAsia India to get fresh capital

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

AirAsia India began operations in June 2014.

CLB's shot in the arm for Kushagra Bajaj

CLB's shot in the arm for Kushagra Bajaj

Rediff.com13 Mar 2007

Board meetings of two holding companies stayed.

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.

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.

Can Sebi stop the menace of ponzi schemes?

Can Sebi stop the menace of ponzi schemes?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

Sebi on Monday decided to declare illegal mobilisation of funds as a "fraudulent and unfair trade practice".

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.

Thomas Cook okays share acquisition

Thomas Cook okays share acquisition

Rediff.com23 Dec 2005

Thomas Cook (India) Ltd on Friday gave its clearance to the proposal of Dubai Financial, a subsidiary of the Dubai Investment Group, to make a public offer to acquire shares of the company.

Gold deposit schemes of big jewellers come under Sebi scanner

Gold deposit schemes of big jewellers come under Sebi scanner

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Regulator probing jewellery houses for violation of collective investment scheme rules, says Shrimi Choudhary.

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.

E-IPO facility for investors at 400 locations soon

E-IPO facility for investors at 400 locations soon

Rediff.com4 Oct 2012

In a circular issued on Thursday, Sebi said that the remaining locations would be covered in the second phase by March 1, 2013.

Investors queue up to rescue highway projects

Investors queue up to rescue highway projects

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

Govt to chalk out entry of sovereign funds from Abu Dhabi, Qatar into such projects.

No representations from investors against LTCG tax: Sebi chief

No representations from investors against LTCG tax: Sebi chief

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

After holding discussions with the FM, the Sebi chief said the government thought it was an opportune time to levy the LTCG tax as the "markets are booming."

This is a reform-oriented Budget: Piyush Goyal

This is a reform-oriented Budget: Piyush Goyal

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

'Are all roads in India privatised? Are governments not playing a role in airports or ports? If they (private players) want to set up lines for a specific requirement, I see no reason to object. It will expand the opportunity and passengers will also benefit.'

6 suggestions for Nirmala Sitharaman, India's new FM

6 suggestions for Nirmala Sitharaman, India's new FM

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Tamal Bandyopadhyay offers some unsolicited advice for a government wh,ich came to power, with brute majority and the nation's pragmatic chief money man.

I-T probe into NuPower hints at round-tripping

I-T probe into NuPower hints at round-tripping

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

The I-T department said NuPower's balance sheet did not substantiate the high premium paid by Singapore-based DH Renewables for its shares, and suspects it could be a case of round-tripping of unaccounted income by NuPower.

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.

Sharp tax cuts on gold among steps mooted by NITI panel

Sharp tax cuts on gold among steps mooted by NITI panel

Rediff.com4 Mar 2018

While the government has not made the report public, sources said the panel had recommended a sharp cut in all taxes on the gold business, including import duty and goods and services tax which amounts to over 13%.

In bad times investors flock to mutual funds

In bad times investors flock to mutual funds

Rediff.com26 Feb 2008

In recent times small investors are putting their money into mutual funds rather than in initial public offerings or investing directly in the stock markets due to market volatility.

In praise of the bureaucrat

In praise of the bureaucrat

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

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

Sebi chief Ajay Tyagi may get two-year extension

Sebi chief Ajay Tyagi may get two-year extension

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

In his first two years, Tyagi, a Himachal Pradesh cadre IAS officer, has implemented challenging stock market reforms and taken action against high-profile corporate entities.

Market watchdog clears decks for REIT launch

Market watchdog clears decks for REIT launch

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

Key relaxations traced in final regulations.