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Net closing in on PNB, IL&FS, ICICI-Videocon, AugustaWestland

Net closing in on PNB, IL&FS, ICICI-Videocon, AugustaWestland

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

'The web of transactions is so complex that it requires expertise to understand the strategies involved in each fraud.'

Hemmed in, UBS shuts P-note biz

Hemmed in, UBS shuts P-note biz

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Swiss brokerage UBS joins European banking peer HSBC in shutting down its offshore derivative business

Markets crash: Is P-note crackdown the reason?

Markets crash: Is P-note crackdown the reason?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

This route accounts for Rs 2.75 lakh crore of FPI holdings.

Monsoon session ends: 7 things you should know

Monsoon session ends: 7 things you should know

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Passage of the long-pending Goods and Services Tax bill and a unanimous resolution on Kashmir were the highlights of the "highly productive" Monsoon session of Parliament which was adjourned sine die on Friday after 20 sittings.

Foreign investors' MAT woes not over just yet

Foreign investors' MAT woes not over just yet

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

The tax dept has served notices on about 36 foreign investors.

Why foreign portfolio investors are a worried lot today

Why foreign portfolio investors are a worried lot today

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

One of the key concerns of foreign investors is how the general anti-avoidance rule would apply in case an investor is availing benefits under double taxation avoidance agreement.

The main task before the next Modi government

The main task before the next Modi government

Rediff.com27 May 2019

Modi campaigned on the issue of national security, which cannot be ensured without a strong economy.

2 arrested in connection with seizure of Rs 5.63 cr in new notes

2 arrested in connection with seizure of Rs 5.63 cr in new notes

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

The money was allegedly diverted by an ATM servicing company in criminal conspiracy with bank officials.

Mauritius pact: 5 key areas impacted by the new protocol

Mauritius pact: 5 key areas impacted by the new protocol

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Signing of the pact will hopefully end stock market uncertainty that came with the mention of the M-name

Note ban raises Bitcoin hopes, but RBI plays safe

Note ban raises Bitcoin hopes, but RBI plays safe

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Exchanges believe its legal status may now change, with the government pushing for digitised transactions.

Will Samvat 2074 be good, bad or ugly?

Will Samvat 2074 be good, bad or ugly?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

If GDP growth in Q2FY18 remains below 7%, the outlook for Samvat 2074 would remain uncertain at best, says Nitin Desai.

Karnataka taxman frowns at Amazon's warehouses

Karnataka taxman frowns at Amazon's warehouses

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Amazon's fulfilment centres, which store products of hundreds of vendors selling on the American online major's platform, are being cited by Karnataka state government authorities as a primary concern in an ongoing tax dispute.

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

This property has all the hallmarks of being owned and occupied by Vijay Mallya. A fleet of supercars making their way down the drive, hordes of people descending to party all night long and a constant delivery of goods and services.

Beware of banking frauds: You could be a victim

Beware of banking frauds: You could be a victim

Rediff.com8 Feb 2015

Here are five things that fraudsters are likely to say or do that should set the alarm bells ringing in your head.

How to ensure your bank account remains safe

How to ensure your bank account remains safe

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

With cyber criminals becoming savvier by the day, learning how to safeguard yourself is imperative.

Coffee Day brings in ex-CBI boss to probe Siddhartha's letter, study accounts

Coffee Day brings in ex-CBI boss to probe Siddhartha's letter, study accounts

Rediff.com31 Aug 2019

The assignment was earlier given to global audit firm EY. But it has now been reassigned owing to 'certain conflict of interest', the Bengaluru-based company said.

Day after I-T raid, ex-K'taka dy CM's aide found hanging

Day after I-T raid, ex-K'taka dy CM's aide found hanging

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

The Congress unit described Ramesh's suicide an outcome of "targeted harassment" of their rank and cadre to keep them away from the party.

Budget may offer TDS relief to taxpayers

Budget may offer TDS relief to taxpayers

Rediff.com29 Jan 2016

Changes in threshold not to have a significant revenue impact, say officials

Raise I-T threshold for TDS deduction: Easwar panel

Raise I-T threshold for TDS deduction: Easwar panel

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

The draft report of the committee contains 27 suggestions for amendments under the I-T Act and eight for reform through administrative instructions.

7 snoop units abroad to check black money, customs fraud

7 snoop units abroad to check black money, customs fraud

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

A proposal for creation of seven Customs Overseas Intelligence Network units is pending with the Ministry of External Affairs.

Mukesh Ambani all set to buy Biyani's Future Retail

Mukesh Ambani all set to buy Biyani's Future Retail

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

There is immense pressure on Biyani to go ahead with the RIL offer after FRL defaulted on its interest payments of Rs 100 crore on July 22.

Tracing the chequered life of V G Siddhartha

Tracing the chequered life of V G Siddhartha

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Coming from a family that has a 140-year history of growing coffee, Siddhartha, 59, initially dabbled in stock trading and wanted to work as an investment banker in Mumbai after completing his Master's in Economics from Mangalore University.

I-T seizes over Rs 135 cr cash, jewellery from Sahara group

I-T seizes over Rs 135 cr cash, jewellery from Sahara group

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

The agency had received intelligence inputs that a huge amount of "unaccounted" cash is lying at the groups properties at Delhi and Noida.

How Arun Jaitley will make you rich

How Arun Jaitley will make you rich

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

There were heightened expectations from Budget 2017 after the impact of note ban on different sections but most remain unfulfilled.

Sebi toughens norms for managing liquid MFs

Sebi toughens norms for managing liquid MFs

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

To make sure liquid schemes reflect the underlying portfolio risks, Sebi has said all debt papers with maturity of 30 days or more to be marked to market. Earlier, fund houses didn't have to do so for securities that had less than 60-day maturity.

Equity markets lost sheen in Q3

Equity markets lost sheen in Q3

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

A combination of fewer listings and falling 'average daily traded value' contributed to the drag in Q3.

Be wary of fake I-T refund emails

Be wary of fake I-T refund emails

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Govt steps up security to check criminals seeking bank details of taxpayers

SBI says ATM ops in losses, supports idea charging customers

SBI says ATM ops in losses, supports idea charging customers

Rediff.com12 Jan 2014

Stating that its ATM operations are making losses, nation's largest bank SBI has said it is all for charging customers for transactions.

January likely to see IPOs worth Rs 8,000 crore

January likely to see IPOs worth Rs 8,000 crore

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

RailTel Corporation of India, Indigo Paints, Home First Finance Company, Indian Railway Finance Corporation, and Suryoday Small Finance Bank are among the companies looking to tap the market.

A smartphone that costs less than Rs 2,000? Forget it for now!

A smartphone that costs less than Rs 2,000? Forget it for now!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

The five key components, which are indispensable for any smartphone, cost more than Rs 2,000 even for a budget 3G-enabled 3.5-inch handset.

Google's Rs 836 crore lifeline for Vodafone Idea

Google's Rs 836 crore lifeline for Vodafone Idea

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Though Google's investment is minuscule and will not move the needle, it will attract other investors to the company and be a morale booster. Pursuing Vodafone Idea would potentially pit Google against Facebook and an increasingly dominant Jio.

Funds question Sebi move to raise cash investment limit

Funds question Sebi move to raise cash investment limit

Rediff.com2 Jun 2014

The majority have stayed away from getting into cash handling.

Two reasons why you must invest in the NPS now

Two reasons why you must invest in the NPS now

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

Reduction in the mandatory minimum contribution and extension to invest in the scheme from 60 years to 70 years has made the National Pension Scheme more friendly, says Anil Chopra, Group CEO & Director Bajaj Capital

Chanda Kochhar seeks more time to appear before Sebi for a personal hearing

Chanda Kochhar seeks more time to appear before Sebi for a personal hearing

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

Kochhar has been issued a showcause notice by the regulator for alleged violation of the code of conduct.

Budget may ease rules for offshore fund managers moving to India

Budget may ease rules for offshore fund managers moving to India

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

This move to make it easier for funds to avail of tax exemptions.

Is it safe to invest in gold?

Is it safe to invest in gold?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

You can use gold as a financial instrument to diversify your portfolio into hedging against uncertainties in the market, but for ambitious returns, you must explore opportunities in other asset classes such as equities, debts and real estate, says Adhil Shetty, CEO, BankBazaar.com.

Punjab minister's cook brews controversy, acquires Rs 26 crore mining deal

Punjab minister's cook brews controversy, acquires Rs 26 crore mining deal

Rediff.com27 May 2017

Rana Gurjit denied the charges saying neither he nor his company - Rana Sugars Limited - has any direct or indirect stakes in sand mining business.

How to AVOID ONLINE SCAMS

How to AVOID ONLINE SCAMS

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

Niranjan Upadhye, general manager, fraud risk management, Worldline India, tells you how to quickly spot a scam and save yourself from grief.

5 things to bear in mind when applying for a loan

5 things to bear in mind when applying for a loan

Rediff.com19 May 2014

Credit card loans and personal loans are two prime examples of unsecured loans that must always be avoided.

Govt CAUTIONS net users against malafide NIC digital signs

Govt CAUTIONS net users against malafide NIC digital signs

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

Cyber security sleuths have alerted Internet users in the country against phishing attacks from suspect digital signatures which got "unauthorisedly" issued through the state-owned National Informatics Centre.