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10 Legal Shows On OTT

10 Legal Shows On OTT

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

A list of watchable Hindi legal shows and films on OTT, in order of release.

Are markets being 'blind' to inflation risks?

Are markets being 'blind' to inflation risks?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Elevated food price-led inflation could become a sore point for markets, which they seem to be ignoring at current levels, observe analysts. Retail inflation in India - as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) - came in at a three-month high of 6.52 per cent in January 2023, compared with 5.72 per cent in December and 5.88 per cent in November 2022. The inflation print for February, according to Madan Sabnavis, chief economist at Bank of Baroda, will be critical for the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy committee.

RIL hits 52-week low. Should investors worry?

RIL hits 52-week low. Should investors worry?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

However, in the last few sessions, the stock of Mukesh Ambani-controlled Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), hit its 52-week low level of Rs 2269.75, and has been one of the worst performers among the Sensex pack thus far in calendar year 2023 (CY23). Thus far in CY23, RIL has tanked nearly 11 per cent as compared to a fall of around 5 per cent in the S&P BSE Sensex. The fall in the stock, according to Gaurang Shah, senior vice-president at Geojit Financial Services is mostly due to the overall dip in the market sentiment, which in turn has impacted large-caps, including RIL.

Green mobility: CNG vehicle sales are up 82% in 5 yrs

Green mobility: CNG vehicle sales are up 82% in 5 yrs

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Amid a shift in mobility trends and people increasingly opting for less polluting energy sources, sales of compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles increased more than 82 per cent in the past five years. A total of 729,902 CNG vehicles were sold in 2022-23 against 400,825 in 2017-18, according to VAHAN Dashboard. Though the increase in sales of CNG-powered vehicles has been significant, their share in overall vehicle sales remains minuscule as is the case with EVs.

Should you invest in IT stocks? Here's what experts say

Should you invest in IT stocks? Here's what experts say

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

An aggressive rate hike by the US Fed and the possibility of a recession can trigger a slide in these stocks, which will be a good opportunity to buy from a long-term perspective.

'If BJP Is Not Re-Elected, Foreign Investors May Sell'

'If BJP Is Not Re-Elected, Foreign Investors May Sell'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

'The biggest risk to the Indian markets from a 12-18-month view is that the current government does not get re-elected, or loses in a way that is not represented at all in the next central government.'

Over 95% Indian firms fall prey to 'new fraud' incidents

Over 95% Indian firms fall prey to 'new fraud' incidents

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Over 95 per cent of organisations in India have experienced new types of fraud incidents in the past two years, a PwC Survey said on Tuesday. Following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the uncertainties associated with it, subsequent shift to digital operations and remote working, businesses have been exposed to new risks related to digital security, employee safety and disinformation, said the PwC's 'Global Economic Crime and Fraud Survey 2022' report.

'Build portfolio in mid-, small caps via SIPs'

'Build portfolio in mid-, small caps via SIPs'

Rediff.com11 May 2023

'As the Indian economy continues to expand over the next three years, mid- and small-caps should do well as they have higher exposure to the domestic economy than large-caps.'

Garmi Review: Yet Another Violent Show Set In UP

Garmi Review: Yet Another Violent Show Set In UP

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Of late, crime, politics, corruption and hate have been leaking out of every streaming platform. By the time Garmi drops, fatigue has already set in, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'Markets Won't Enter Bear Territory Anytime Soon'

'Markets Won't Enter Bear Territory Anytime Soon'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

'Markets could face uncertainty in the short to medium term.' 'It would be prudent to invest in alternative asset classes, especially debt, for about a year.' 'Bank fixed deposits are offering rates as high as 9 per cent per annum and these can be used as a great hedging tool until equity markets stabilise.'

PAN details of Dhoni, Shilpa Shetty used in credit card fraud

PAN details of Dhoni, Shilpa Shetty used in credit card fraud

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Some of the celebrities whose names and details were used by the fraudsters are Abhishek Bachchan, Shilpa Shetty, Madhuri Dixit, Emraan Hashmi and Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) of Shahadra Rohit Meena said.

'Fed rate cut appears unlikely'

'Fed rate cut appears unlikely'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

'The Fed rate will peak in the range of 5.1-5.3 per cent during the second quarter of CY23 and will most likely stay there for a while before rate cuts start in CY24.'

'India is in a sweet spot for the next few years'

'India is in a sweet spot for the next few years'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

'While foreign institutional investor flows are still negative, they will turn positive in the latter part of 2023 as India's resilient growth becomes perceptible.'

'Hindenburg-Adani will become yesterday's news'

'Hindenburg-Adani will become yesterday's news'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

'The market will focus on the fact that India does have strong earnings growth this year.'

Bigg Boss OTT: Why Is Everyone CRYING?

Bigg Boss OTT: Why Is Everyone CRYING?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

Tuesday's episode is high on emotion as the contestants get to meet their loved ones.

Confused About Buying Or Leasing A Car?

Confused About Buying Or Leasing A Car?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The advantage of leasing is that you can get a new car every few years. You can also get to drive a high-end car without paying its entire price.

June credit card spends remain above Rs 1 trn

June credit card spends remain above Rs 1 trn

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Credit card spends in June, although down marginally month-on-month (MoM), remained above the Rs 1-trillion mark for the fourth consecutive month. In June, credit card spends topped Rs 1.09 trillion, down 4.34 per cent MoM, revealed the data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). However, on a year-on-year basis, spends were up 73 per cent. In May, credit card spends hit an all-time high, reaching Rs 1.14 trillion.

Alia Magic Stuns Berlin

Alia Magic Stuns Berlin

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Alia's white sari with fringes was designed by Rimple and Harpreet Narula.

'I want The Kerala Story to be the scariest horror story one had seen'

'I want The Kerala Story to be the scariest horror story one had seen'

Rediff.com18 May 2023

'Everyone is entitled to their opinion because we live in a country like India and not a place where Shalini is taken, where forget having an opinion, women can't even talk to their family on the phone.'

BSVI phase 2: Diesel car cost likely to rise by nearly Rs 80,000

BSVI phase 2: Diesel car cost likely to rise by nearly Rs 80,000

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Buying a car, particularly a diesel-powered one, is set to pinch the customers' pockets even more from the next financial year, as the second phase of Bharat Stage VI (BSVI) emission norms kicks in. The rules require cars to be compliant with real driving emission (RDE) norms, which measure pollutants emitted by cars while they are being driven on the road, unlike in a laboratory test. The norms may increase the cost of producing diesel vehicles by nearly Rs 75,000 to Rs 80,000, and petrol-powered ones by Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000, analysts said.

Alia-Ranbir's Wedding Album

Alia-Ranbir's Wedding Album

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

More and more pictures from Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's wedding!

Ranji SF: Hardik Tamore ton helps Mumbai post 393 against UP

Ranji SF: Hardik Tamore ton helps Mumbai post 393 against UP

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Tamore, who was roped in as replacement for the injured Aditya Tare, reposed the faith of the team management, and along with all-rounder Shams Mulani (50) frustrated the UP attack after play commenced late due to wet outfield.

MCD poll: Many complain of missing names from voter list

MCD poll: Many complain of missing names from voter list

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

'I have voted in several elections and now this is the first time I have been told that my vote is not here'

Top Carmakers Post Double-Digit Export Growth With Maruti At The Wheel

Top Carmakers Post Double-Digit Export Growth With Maruti At The Wheel

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Clock 11% growth in the first 11 months of 2022.

British Indian ex-minister Alok Sharma knighted; 30 more PIOs to be honoured

British Indian ex-minister Alok Sharma knighted; 30 more PIOs to be honoured

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Sharma was the president of the conference, the first since the Paris Agreement of COP21 that expected parties to make enhanced commitments towards mitigating climate change.

AWS upbeat on India market, sees massive headroom for growth in cloud adoption

AWS upbeat on India market, sees massive headroom for growth in cloud adoption

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Within days of announcing mega investments for building in Hyderabad its second data centre cluster in India, Amazon Web Services (AWS) on Monday said it is excited about the India market, where cloud adoption offers massive headroom for growth. Pledging its long-term commitment to the India market, AWS, Amazon's cloud computing unit, said it expects global uncertainties to accelerate the decisions by companies to opt for flexible, on-demand cloud infrastructure to pare costs, gain efficiencies and drive business innovation. "Cloud reacts well to uncertainty," Puneet Chandok, president - commercial business, AWS India and South Asia, Amazon Internet Services Pvt Ltd (AISPL) told PTI.

EV makers seek extension of FAME II subsidies in Budget

EV makers seek extension of FAME II subsidies in Budget

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

as the FAME II deadline of March 31, 2024, nears, EV manufacturers are worried about their investments and future plans.

RailTel kiosks to soon offer mobile recharge, bill payment & more

RailTel kiosks to soon offer mobile recharge, bill payment & more

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Passengers in 200 railway stations across India will soon be able to recharge their mobiles, pay electricity bills, fill up Aadhaar and Pan card forms and even file taxes with help from Common Service Centre (CSC) kiosks to be set up by RailTel. The scheme has been operationalised in partnership with CSC e-Governance Services India Limited' (CSC-SPV) and the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, RailTel said in a statement. The kiosks will be run by village level entrepreneurs (VLEs).

Designer Satya Paul passes away

Designer Satya Paul passes away

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

In 1980, he launched the first 'saree boutique' in India, L'Affaire, and founded the eponymous fashion clothing brand with his son in 1986. The brand soon became synonymous for its sleek sarees.

India needs 100 million jobs in next 10 years, say experts

India needs 100 million jobs in next 10 years, say experts

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

The country needs 100 million jobs in the formal sector in the next decade to take advantage of its demographic dividend. Also, it should get into the global supply chain to generate many of those by negotiating trade deals effectively, industry players and experts have said. "We need something like 100 million jobs in the next 10 years, which means that the non-agriculture sector has to generate 14 per cent job growth every year," said Aditya Ghosh, co-founder of Akasa Airlines, at the Global Economic Policy Summit organised by the CII.

'Downside In Markets May Be Limited'

'Downside In Markets May Be Limited'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

'India seems to be on a relatively better wicket compared to other emerging markets.'

Goldman Sachs cuts 2022 FPI flow projection to India by over 80% to $5 bn

Goldman Sachs cuts 2022 FPI flow projection to India by over 80% to $5 bn

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

Foreign portfolio investor (FPI) flows into India may remain tepid in 2022, said a recent note by Goldman Sachs, who now peg the foreign portfolio investment into India at $5 billion in 2022, down from their earlier forecast of $30 billion with risks skewed to the downside. "There has been $15 billion of equity outflows YTD in India already, and the IPO of the largest insurance company has been pushed out. "Additionally, with no mention of India's inclusion in global bond indices in the Union Budget, there are risks to our already conservative base case assumption of an announcement of India's likely inclusion into the GBI-EM Global Diversified Bond Index in Q4-2022," wrote Andrew Tilton, Goldman Sachs' chief Asia-Pacific economist in a co-authored report with Santanu Sengupta and Suraj Kumar.

Hospitality deals pick up after a lull as HNIs, family offices check in

Hospitality deals pick up after a lull as HNIs, family offices check in

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

After a two-year lull, the deal pipeline in India's hospitality sector, which has witnessed a strong revival since the second wave of the pandemic receded, is running full. Family offices, high net-worth individuals (HNIs) and institutional investors are looking at the sector with renewed interest, according to investment and transaction advisory firms working on multiple deals. Most of them declined to divulge details of the deals for reasons of confidentiality. The cumulative debt of the tourism, hotels and restaurant sector rose 8.2 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 64,408 crore as of March 25, 2022 against Rs 59,519 crore on March 26, 2021, according to the Reserve Bank of India.

'News is shocking'

'News is shocking'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

'There is a grief that cannot be put in words.'

'Indian market one-eyed king in the land of the blind in 2022'

'Indian market one-eyed king in the land of the blind in 2022'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

'We have relatively strong growth and a healthy corporate earnings cycle as positives, but a worrisome current account deficit and high inflation as challenges.'

Doctor G Review: Must Watch!

Doctor G Review: Must Watch!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Doctor G blends mirth and meaning, observes Sukanya Verma. Doctor G Review.

'This is the year to pick and choose sectors and companies carefully'

'This is the year to pick and choose sectors and companies carefully'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

'2022 has not been -- and will not be -- the kind of 2021 bull market, which lifted all boats.'

'One must be mindful of stock-picking'

'One must be mindful of stock-picking'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

'It will be best for investors to have a systematic investment plan in mid-cap and small-cap funds with a three-/five-year horizon.'

Grieving Crowds Bid Goodbye To Puneeth Rajkumar

Grieving Crowds Bid Goodbye To Puneeth Rajkumar

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

Fans mourn an actor gone much too soon.

50% voting in MCD polls; AAP, BJP claim victory

50% voting in MCD polls; AAP, BJP claim victory

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

No major glitches in electronic voting machines were reported and the voting passed off peacefully with high security observed at the 3,360 critical booths in 493 locations where more than 25,000 police personnel, nearly 13,000 home guards and 100 companies of paramilitary forces were deployed, officials said.