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Volatility seen ahead of July F&O expiry

Volatility seen ahead of July F&O expiry

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

The progress of the GST Bill in Parliament is also likely to remain in focus

Fall in inflation adds to RBI's dilemma

Fall in inflation adds to RBI's dilemma

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

There's need to address growth, but weak rupee putting pressure on prices.

All fiscal deficits are not evil

All fiscal deficits are not evil

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

There is a case for analysing the fiscal deficit, separately for expenditure and investment.

Brokers continue to shut shop despite market boom

Brokers continue to shut shop despite market boom

Rediff.com10 Jan 2015

The surge in the stock market has failed to stem the trend of small-sized brokers shutting operations.

Should you buy the new Volkswagen Ameo 1.0 petrol?

Should you buy the new Volkswagen Ameo 1.0 petrol?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

The new Volkswagen Ameo 1.0 Petrol does not sport any racy looking set of stickers or a new set of features. The update is actually under the bonnet -- a brand new engine. But does it drastically change anything?

Would a falling oil price boost GDP growth?

Would a falling oil price boost GDP growth?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

An analysis of year-wise movements of average global crude oil prices versus India's GDP reveals no inverse correlation, contrary to wide belief.

Kawasaki Z1000, the bike with a hatchback's engine

Kawasaki Z1000, the bike with a hatchback's engine

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

When you say the Kawasaki Z1000 hits the three-figure mark, you need to be talking about 200 kmph, because it's in speeding that the humongous machine feels at home.

The Kawasaki Ninja 400 breaks our hearts... here's why!

The Kawasaki Ninja 400 breaks our hearts... here's why!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Is the new Kawasaki Ninja 400 just a Ninja 300 with an extra 100cc? Or is there more here than meets the eye?

BJP's suggestions on how to SAVE India's economy

BJP's suggestions on how to SAVE India's economy

Rediff.com21 Sep 2013

Economist Dr Subramanian Swamy, whose Janata Party merged with the Bharatiya Janata Party in August, has issued the following press statement on the Indian economy and demanded the implementation of a four-point agenda to save it.

Should you buy the Moto Z for Rs 40k?

Should you buy the Moto Z for Rs 40k?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

If you think you should then please keep another Rs 42,000 handy to buy the modular camera, projector, speaker and battery pack, that will justify your purchase

Markets headed higher, accompanied with volatility: Nimesh Shah

Markets headed higher, accompanied with volatility: Nimesh Shah

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Retail investors have matured and have moved away from investing in only in-vogue products, says the managing director and chief executive officer of ICICI Prudential AMC.

Mumbai Metro: R-Infra, govt set for a showdown

Mumbai Metro: R-Infra, govt set for a showdown

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

Metro projects usually require additional funding by promoters, which RInfra refuses to in this case.

For the love of Ducati

For the love of Ducati

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

We compare the Ducati Monster 821 with Kawasaki Z800 only to find out that if you love Italian designs then it is worth forking out a good Rs 1.6 lakh extra for the Monster 821.

Next 6-12 months would be a challenge for the markets: Jigar Shah

Next 6-12 months would be a challenge for the markets: Jigar Shah

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

After enduring volatility for the first two months of calendar year 2016 (CY16), global equity markets have recouped some of the losses in March. Jigar Shah, chief executive officer, Maybank Kim Eng Securities, believes the next triggers for the rally will come from a soft landing in China and no recession situation in the US.

Half of India was below poverty line in 2010: ADB

Half of India was below poverty line in 2010: ADB

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

ADB's calculations imply almost half of India's population (47.7 per cent) was below the line in 2010. Both these estimates are based on the year 2005's purchasing power parity rates.

Is this a good time to buy debt funds?

Is this a good time to buy debt funds?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

While an impending rate cut is a good reason to enter debt funds, another is the high valuations in equity markets.

In rupee-growth dilemma, RBI may go for status quo on rates

In rupee-growth dilemma, RBI may go for status quo on rates

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

Hawkish tone likely to guard rupee from further slide

'Farm income will double in 2024'

'Farm income will double in 2024'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2019

'To bring about a paradigm shift in farmers's income, we need to change our approach to agriculture, and transit from the narrow prism of cultivation to a full-fledged enterprise, by building all associated supply chain linkages.' 'This alone will make the farmer an entrepreneur in his own right.'

Is Samsung Galaxy S8 worth Rs 58k?

Is Samsung Galaxy S8 worth Rs 58k?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

Samsung has crafted a remarkable device, something revolutionary to stand out from the crowd, in the form of Galaxy S8, says Himanshu Juneja

The imperfections of India's GST regime

The imperfections of India's GST regime

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

There could be a strong incentive for tax payers to avoid the higher tax burden.

India Inc's global borrowings mount

India Inc's global borrowings mount

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Corporates' forex borrowings have grown at a CAGR of 15.6% since 2008.

IT exports slowdown clouds growth outlook

IT exports slowdown clouds growth outlook

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

Lower IT exports will raise India's dependence on capital flows to fund imports.

Honda Livo: Review

Honda Livo: Review

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

If you are a stylish commuter and don't mind paying a higher initial price, then the Livo might just be the bike for you, says Tanmay Pangam.

Can these stocks shine amid market gloom?

Can these stocks shine amid market gloom?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

Investors turn their attention to export-driven sectors.

3 factors that suggest India is on the right path to recovery

3 factors that suggest India is on the right path to recovery

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

Data used for the graph and cited elsewhere in the column were obtained from various publications of the RBI.

Markets to remain volatile on global cues

Markets to remain volatile on global cues

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

But experts say downside limited, pockets of opportunities for investors

This Yamaha is not for the purists

This Yamaha is not for the purists

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

The Saluto retains Yamaha's typical character with a smooth and efficient engine, while the understated looks ensure a wider appeal for the bike, says Indian motoring website MotorBeam.

Sensex ends at 6-month low; Bank Nifty falls over 2%

Sensex ends at 6-month low; Bank Nifty falls over 2%

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Sensex closed over 118 points down on Thursday.

Earnings shocker likely for markets

Earnings shocker likely for markets

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Companies from the capital goods space will under-perform.

The fury of farmers

The fury of farmers

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

Loan waivers will never be enough. Reforming the agricultural marketing system is essential to addressing the concerns of farmers in a sustainable manner, says Nitin Desai.

RBI maintains status quo; what next for the markets?

RBI maintains status quo; what next for the markets?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

The market direction will be guided by corporate earnings, especially the oil & gas companies, since they were responsible for earnings disappointment in the past quarter as well.

Can India sustain growth at 7-8%?

Can India sustain growth at 7-8%?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

To do so, the government will have to tackle a number of broad development challenges successfully, says Shankar Acharya

Near its 3-year low, is Cairn's stock a steal?

Near its 3-year low, is Cairn's stock a steal?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Weak production outlook, low crude oil prices and regulatory issues could keep the scrip in check

Markets stumble on global cues; Sensex loses 85 points

Markets stumble on global cues; Sensex loses 85 points

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

The banking, oil and metal sectors were the top sectoral losers on the BSE, while IT stocks rendered support at lower levels.

10 things you must know about LG Nexus 5X and Huawei Nexus 6P

10 things you must know about LG Nexus 5X and Huawei Nexus 6P

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

Read this before you make a decision to buy one of these Google smartphones.

IT, pharma rally expected to continue

IT, pharma rally expected to continue

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Another year of strong performance by these export-oriented sectors likely as US economy revives and rupee is expected to be under pressure.

Was SP feud a veil for Akhilesh's failure?

Was SP feud a veil for Akhilesh's failure?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Akhilesh believes his catchment area is the 4.1 million new voters who are 18 to 19 years old.

Golden tips to manage your money this new financial year

Golden tips to manage your money this new financial year

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

If new goals have emerged, this is the time to make fresh investments.

CBSE Class 12: Are govt schools outdoing private ones?

CBSE Class 12: Are govt schools outdoing private ones?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

The pass percentage of government school students of Class XII was 90.68 per cent, while 88.35 per cent students from private schools cleared the exams.

Moto G4 vs Moto G4 Plus: What's the difference?

Moto G4 vs Moto G4 Plus: What's the difference?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Not much, says Himanshu Juneja in this review of Moto G4