News for 'RPG'

Tribute paid to Leander Paes through art installation

Tribute paid to Leander Paes through art installation

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

The installation is made up of over 500 tennis rackets forged in weather-proof, chrome-plated stainless steel.

E-bidding for two new IPL teams on October 17

E-bidding for two new IPL teams on October 17

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

The bidding for the two new Indian Premier League teams is set to take place on October 17. Interestingly, while the last day for queries in regards to bidding for the teams is September 21, the bids can be picked till October 5.

Creating 4 Million Jobs Looks Likely

Creating 4 Million Jobs Looks Likely

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

In years past, we often approached the Budget expecting to see changes in direct and indirect taxes. Those days are behind us. The Budget of today seeks to expand the economy and keep it at the forefront of technology, observes Harsh Goenka.

IIM-A placements: HUL, Samsung make top offers

IIM-A placements: HUL, Samsung make top offers

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

Unlike many other B-schools, IIM Ahmedabad follows a cluster system of final placements process where sectors are invited in cohorts at regular intervals.

Public money being stolen in NCLT resolution cases: Harsh Goenka

Public money being stolen in NCLT resolution cases: Harsh Goenka

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

RPG Enterprises Chairperson Harsh Goenka on Tuesday said the NCLT should be the next institution to be cleansed by the government to prevent "hard earned public money being stolen" as companies' promoters stash away money on the side and get "80-90% haircut" from bankers during the insolvency resolution process. In an apparent reference to recent cases of insolvency proceedings of some firms wherein creditors have taken huge haircuts on their dues, Goenka said it is the "new game in town". Insolvency resolution plans require approval of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).

BCCI set for Rs 5000 crore windfall from new IPL teams

BCCI set for Rs 5000 crore windfall from new IPL teams

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The Board of Control of Cricket in India could get richer by at least Rs 5000 crore with the addition of two new franchises for the 2022 edition of Indian Premier League.

Budget a booster shot for India, has ambition, resolution and innovation

Budget a booster shot for India, has ambition, resolution and innovation

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

It was one of the toughest times in history to announce a budget, says Harsh Goenka, chairman of RPG Enterprises.

Assam: GNLA ultras held with huge cache of arms

Assam: GNLA ultras held with huge cache of arms

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

Two cadres of the outlawed Garo National Liberation Army and an accomplice were arrested by the Assam Police along with a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the Inter State Bus Terminus in Guwahati on Thursday

7 Indian engineers abducted in Afghanistan by Taliban gunmen

7 Indian engineers abducted in Afghanistan by Taliban gunmen

Rediff.com6 May 2018

The incident happened in Bagh-e-Shamal village of the provincial capital Pul-e-Khomre, TOLOnews reported, citing local officials.

18 top holdcos' shares gain twice that of Sensex

18 top holdcos' shares gain twice that of Sensex

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

'Investing in the stocks of holdcos can be a very efficient and inexpensive way of gaining exposure to the stocks of India's reputable growing business houses.'

Work for a pharmaceutical firm

Work for a pharmaceutical firm

Rediff.com2 Feb 2005

RPG Life Sciences Ltd, the pharmaceutical arm of RPG Enterprises, is recruiting sales officers and district managers.

100 per cent placements for IIM Lucknow

100 per cent placements for IIM Lucknow

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

IIM Lucknow has concluded its 2020-21 final placements.

Two militant hideouts busted in Kashmir, arms seized

Two militant hideouts busted in Kashmir, arms seized

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

Security forces have busted 2 militant hideouts in Bandipora and Kupwara districts of Kashmir and recovered arms and ammunition, an Army spokesman said on Thursday.

Retail veteran passes away

Retail veteran passes away

Rediff.com11 Apr 2011

Pillai had over 20 years' experience in the consumer goods and retail sector, the last 15 with RPG Retail, the Future Group and Reliance Retail, where he was board member and chief executive.

AGM: BCCI to take decision on new IPL teams

AGM: BCCI to take decision on new IPL teams

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

BCCI has sent a 23-point agenda to all affiliated units 21 days prior to the holding of the AGM.

Meet the man who 'powers' Kolkata

Meet the man who 'powers' Kolkata

Rediff.com13 Jul 2010

RPG Enterprises' vice-chairman is upbeat about retail firm Spencer's and talks of a pan-India growth plan for power company CESC.

How IT companies are getting back to work in lockdown

How IT companies are getting back to work in lockdown

Rediff.com31 May 2020

'Elevator rules deem no more than two people for a unit that carries six people, and as an employee enters the office, there are three masks to be used for five hours each a day, then disposed and one for the next day as well.'

Injustice 2: Your very own Batman vs Superman

Injustice 2: Your very own Batman vs Superman

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

With a fascinating gameplay and a single-player mode, Injustice 2 is among the best fighting games.

Pyare Khan spent Rs 1 cr to buy oxygen for Nagpur

Pyare Khan spent Rs 1 cr to buy oxygen for Nagpur

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

'We must work for the country.' 'I have earned money here and I must give it back.' 'I don't think it is charity; I think it is my duty.'

An interview with Rama Prasad Goenka

An interview with Rama Prasad Goenka

Rediff.com16 Aug 2008

"My life has been full of interesting people", Rama Prasad Goenka tells Business Standard when asked about memories of an era when the open Indian economy was converted into a closed one based on the licence raj by the person whom he openly idolises, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

Spencer's scouts for global brands

Spencer's scouts for global brands

Rediff.com17 May 2007

Kolkata-based Spencer's Retail is scouting for international lifestyle brands, and is in talks with several global firms dealing in apparel, footwear, luxury retail and lifestyle products.

Spencer's scouts for global allies

Spencer's scouts for global allies

Rediff.com9 Mar 2007

Spencer's Retail, part of the Rs 11,000 crore (Rs 110 billion) RPG group, is looking for foreign retail partners for foraying into luxury retail as well as strengthening its presence in consumer electronics.

CESC may buy mines abroad for Haldia project

CESC may buy mines abroad for Haldia project

Rediff.com17 Jan 2007

Sources in the group said it was exploring the opportunities in Indonesia for acquiring coal blocks as well.

Last 24 hours: Best PHOTOS from around the world

Last 24 hours: Best PHOTOS from around the world

Rediff.com18 Oct 2011

Presenting some of the most scintillating pictures from around the globe in the last 24 hours.

Brand on the run

Brand on the run

Rediff.com18 Jun 2005

Raghu Pillai gets into Pantaloon

Raghu Pillai gets into Pantaloon

Rediff.com12 Mar 2005

Ranbaxy to set up subsidiary in Spain

Ranbaxy to set up subsidiary in Spain

Rediff.com6 Feb 2004

Pharmaceutical major Ranbaxy Laboratories on Friday said it will set up a wholly-owned subsidiary in Spain as part of its strategy to expand presence in Europe.

'We cater to the top 20% of the urban market'

'We cater to the top 20% of the urban market'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2004

'Even if organised retail takes 10 percent of the market, it is around Rs 50,000 crores!' says RPG Retail CEO Raghu Pillai.

Corporate India building muscle

Corporate India building muscle

Rediff.com19 Dec 2003

'Lockdown should be extended for another 15 days'

'Lockdown should be extended for another 15 days'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

'In the first phase, you might allow 30 per cent of the workforce to come in and see how it goes,' says industrialist Harsh Goenka.

Indian, 2 others, abducted and killed in Afghanistan

Indian, 2 others, abducted and killed in Afghanistan

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

The identities of the victims have not been disclosed.

Why IIM-Lucknow grads are celebrating!

Why IIM-Lucknow grads are celebrating!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

147 domestic and international recruiters -- including Ola, Amazon, Flipkart and Xiaomi -- hired all 460 graduates.

'Rail freight hike to fuel inflationary pressure'

'Rail freight hike to fuel inflationary pressure'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Wholesale Price Index-based inflation declined to 6.62 per cent in January, however, retail inflation remained in double digits at 10.79 per cent during the month.

Soldier killed in Poonch as Pak violates ceasefire AGAIN

Soldier killed in Poonch as Pak violates ceasefire AGAIN

Rediff.com7 Jun 2013

A Junior Commissioned Officer was killed when Pakistan opened heavy fire with automatic weapons and rockets on Indian posts along the Line of Control in Poonch sector on Friday, in the third ceasefire violation in a fortnight.

Industrialist Rama Prasad Goenka is no more

Industrialist Rama Prasad Goenka is no more

Rediff.com14 Apr 2013

He was 83. Goenka is survived by his wife Sushila and sons Harsh Vardhan and Sanjiv.

Sanjiv Goenka leads race for Firstsource acquisition

Sanjiv Goenka leads race for Firstsource acquisition

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

The BPO's board will meet on Friday to finalise deal.

Gaming review: Borderlands 2 is extremely ADDICTIVE

Gaming review: Borderlands 2 is extremely ADDICTIVE

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

Borderlands 2 should come with a statutory warning for just how addictive it can become, thinks Murali Venukumar.