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HCLTech counts on M&As to add 1.5% to revenue

HCLTech counts on M&As to add 1.5% to revenue

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

HCLTech expects its recent large acquisitions to contribute about 1.5 per cent to revenue in 2026-27 (FY27), Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director C Vijayakumar said, as the company looks to build newer revenue streams in a subdued macroeconomic environment.

Bangladesh Telecast Ban Won't Hurt IPL

Bangladesh Telecast Ban Won't Hurt IPL

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

According to experts, the ban will not result in revenue loss for the BCCI or the IPL broadcasters.

Govt Plans Car-To-Car Alerts To Prevent Crashes

Govt Plans Car-To-Car Alerts To Prevent Crashes

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

'We hope we will be able to at least end crashes that involve collisions with stationary vehicles as there will be an automatic warning.'

BofA In SEBI Probe Over Confidential Deal Data Leak

BofA In SEBI Probe Over Confidential Deal Data Leak

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

India's market regulator has found that Bank of America shared confidential details ahead of a 2024 block trade and later misled regulators during the investigation.

High drama as TN Governor walks out of assembly again

High drama as TN Governor walks out of assembly again

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

In the fourth such instance, Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi on Tuesday walked out of the state assembly without reading his customary address after alleging that the national anthem was insulted, evoking a sharp response from Chief Minister M K Stalin, who dubbed his action as an 'insult' to the House and the people of the state.

AIFF's 20-year blueprint to rescue Indian Super League

AIFF's 20-year blueprint to rescue Indian Super League

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

If all goes well, the new season of ISL may start in the first week of February.

88 hurt as loco trains collide inside U'khand hydel tunnel; probe ordered

88 hurt as loco trains collide inside U'khand hydel tunnel; probe ordered

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

A loco train carrying workers for tunnel excavation during the night shift was about two kilometres inside the tunnel when another loco train coming from the opposite direction lost control and collided with it.

Pak Board Defends Filming Meeting With Pycroft

Pak Board Defends Filming Meeting With Pycroft

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday defended its media manager filming a meeting between match referee Andy Pycroft and team officials ahead of their Asia Cup game against the UAE, maintaining that the action was within ICC protocols.

Uttarakhand to abolish madrasa board, have one law for minority schools

Uttarakhand to abolish madrasa board, have one law for minority schools

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Uttarakhand Governor approves the Uttarakhand Minority Education Bill 2025, abolishing the Madrasa Board and establishing a uniform law for all minority educational institutions.

Govt notifies rules to enable 100% FDI in insurance sector

Govt notifies rules to enable 100% FDI in insurance sector

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Following the notification allowing 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector, the Finance Ministry has revised norms to remove the requirement that a majority of directors and key management personnel in an insurance company with foreign investment be Indian residents.

New labour codes drag HCLTech Q3 profit to Rs 4,076 crore

New labour codes drag HCLTech Q3 profit to Rs 4,076 crore

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

IT services firm HCLTech on Monday reported a 11.2 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 4,076 crore in the October-December quarter of FY26.

IndiGo ropes in external expert for flight disruption probe

IndiGo ropes in external expert for flight disruption probe

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

The board of InterGlobe Aviation, the parent of IndiGo, has already set up a crisis management group in the wake of the significant operational disruptions that started on December 2.

After head clash, biting row mars Boxing Nationals!

After head clash, biting row mars Boxing Nationals!

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Star boxers, including Nikhat Zareen and Minakshi Hooda, lived up to their top billing with easy wins but the spotlight once again fell on questionable refereeing as the National Boxing Championships were marred by fresh controversy and a disrupted bout, in Greater Noida, on Wednesday.

Sagarmala Finance expecting at least Rs 2K cr equity infusion from govt: MD

Sagarmala Finance expecting at least Rs 2K cr equity infusion from govt: MD

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

India's first maritime lender, state-owned Sagarmala Finance Corporation Ltd (SMFCL) hit the ground running with a Rs 4,300 crore disbursement announcement last Tuesday, within months of being registered as a non-banking financial company (NBFC) in June 2025.

'Curbs on sporting engagements standard safeguard'

'Curbs on sporting engagements standard safeguard'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Implementation of sports bill in 6 months, regulation of participation standard safeguard: Mandaviya

No respite from toxic air as Delhi's AQI crosses 400

No respite from toxic air as Delhi's AQI crosses 400

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

On the weather front, dense fog led to a sharp drop in visibility, with Palam recording 50 metres visibility under dense fog conditions with west-southwesterly winds at 5 kmph at 8 am, while Safdarjung reported 100 metres visibility with calm winds at the same time.

Australian players question ICC over DRS inconsistencies

Australian players question ICC over DRS inconsistencies

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Meanwhile, Australian captain Pat Cummins also commented on the DRS controversy, noting that RTS appeared to be different from UltraEdge.

Air India Delhi-Mumbai flight suffers mid-air engine shutdown

Air India Delhi-Mumbai flight suffers mid-air engine shutdown

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

An Air India Express flight bound for Visakhapatnam was cancelled at Gannavaram Airport due to a technical issue detected before takeoff. Passengers included prominent figures like former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu.

Neville Tata Steps Out Of Shadow

Neville Tata Steps Out Of Shadow

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

As the business head of Trent Hypermarket, Neville ensures that customers receive high-quality products that adhere to Tata standards.

Why there's uncertainty around Neeraj Chopra's season opener

Why there's uncertainty around Neeraj Chopra's season opener

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Chopra focussing on rehabilitation of his back injury, season opener not known yet: Sumariwalla

IndiGo crisis: DGCA grills CEO for 2nd day; sacks 4 flight ops inspectors

IndiGo crisis: DGCA grills CEO for 2nd day; sacks 4 flight ops inspectors

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Aviation regulator DGCA intensifies scrutiny of IndiGo following widespread flight cancellations. The airline will offer travel vouchers to affected passengers.

Airtel to call for Rs 15,741 cr tranche of rights issue

Airtel to call for Rs 15,741 cr tranche of rights issue

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

India's second-largest telecom service provider Bharti Airtel will call in March 2026 the final tranche of about Rs 15,741 crore from its 2021 rights issue of Rs 21,000 crore, proceeds from which will be used towards retiring majority of non-government-related debt.

Delhi shivers as cold day grips city, air quality plummets

Delhi shivers as cold day grips city, air quality plummets

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Delhi experiences a biting chill with 'cold day' conditions and dense fog, coupled with 'very poor' air quality. The IMD forecasts continued cold weather and potential light rain.

How Winter Session Sets Stage For Budget

How Winter Session Sets Stage For Budget

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Three laws passed in Parliament could boost central revenues, reshape GST cess flows, shift MGNREGA costs to states and create new budget headroom ahead of the 2026-2027 Union Budget, points out A K Bhattacharya.

Biocon launches diabetes & obesity drugs in Netherlands

Biocon launches diabetes & obesity drugs in Netherlands

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Biocon Limited has launched its GLP-1 peptide, liraglutide, for the treatment of diabetes and obesity in the Netherlands, as the biopharmaceutical firm positions itself as a global player in the fast-growing diabetes and obesity market currently dominated by the likes of Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly.

'Air pollution not a one-day issue': Delhi minister slams AAP

'Air pollution not a one-day issue': Delhi minister slams AAP

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Delhi cabinet minister Parvesh Verma launched a sharp attack on the previous AAP government, alleging failure to carry out basic civic works over the past decade, leading to issues like garbage mountains, broken roads, pollution, and Yamuna cleaning.

Delhi pollution: SC asks NHAI, MCD to relocate or shut city toll plazas

Delhi pollution: SC asks NHAI, MCD to relocate or shut city toll plazas

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court of India has directed the NHAI and MCD to consider relocating or temporarily closing toll plazas at Delhi's borders to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce air pollution. The court also addressed school closures and financial aid for construction workers affected by pollution control measures.

100% FDI in insurance likely soon

100% FDI in insurance likely soon

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

The Union Cabinet on Friday approved 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector, a move that was welcomed by industry as it would help attract more capital and global expertise, while boosting insurance coverage in the country. A bill to amend the insurance law is likely to be tabled on Monday in Parliament, whose winter session is slated to conclude on December 19.

Air India grounds engineer as A320 flights operated without valid papers

Air India grounds engineer as A320 flights operated without valid papers

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is probing the incident reported on November 26. The regulator had asked the airline to carry out an internal probe to fix the responsibility and ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future.

At $4.4 bn, Shriram Fin to get India's largest financial-sector FDI

At $4.4 bn, Shriram Fin to get India's largest financial-sector FDI

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Leading non-banking financial company (NBFC) Shriram Finance on Friday said Japan-based MUFG Bank would invest Rs 39,618 crore, or $4.4 billion, to acquire a 20 per cent stake on a fully diluted basis through a preferential issue of equity shares.

Prosus says India as one of its most critical growth markets

Prosus says India as one of its most critical growth markets

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Prosus, the Amsterdam-based technology investor with net assets valued at over $200 billion spanning payments to e-commerce, has identified India as one of its most critical growth markets, and is increasing its strategic investments here.

Indian football shake-up: ISL clubs want full control

Indian football shake-up: ISL clubs want full control

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Indian Super League (ISL) clubs on Friday formally proposed a fundamental restructuring of the country's top-tier professional football league, seeking perpetual operational and commercial rights for a club-owned league model while retaining the All India Football Federation (AIFF) as the sport's regulator.

Delhi air turns lethal as AQI peaks at 498, skyline lost in haze

Delhi air turns lethal as AQI peaks at 498, skyline lost in haze

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Delhi choked under a thick blanket of smog on Monday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) settling at 498, which falls in the higher spectrum of 'severe' category.

Malaysia's IHH plans India expansion after Fortis open offer

Malaysia's IHH plans India expansion after Fortis open offer

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

After completion of its mandatory tender offer in Fortis Healthcare and Fortis Malar Hospitals, Malaysian health care giant IHH Healthcare is aiming to add 2,000 beds in a bid to double down on value creation in India. IHH, which is Asia's largest multinational private healthcare provider, currently has over 5,000 beds across a combined network of 35 hospitals and 11 states.

'Labour Codes Will Reduce Take-Home Salary Is Wrong'

'Labour Codes Will Reduce Take-Home Salary Is Wrong'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

'It will increase the contribution to gratuity, which is something the employer has to give.'

Proposed Nuclear Bill Caps Liability At 3,000 Cr

Proposed Nuclear Bill Caps Liability At 3,000 Cr

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The operator's liability in the case of an incident is limited to 3,000 crore for reactors with thermal power above 3,600 Megawatt; 1,500 crore for reactors with thermal power between 1,500 Mw and 3,600 Mw; 750 crore for reactors with thermal power between 750 Mw and 1,500 Mw; 300 crore for reactors with thermal power between 150 Mw and 750 Mw; and 100 crore for reactors having thermal power up to 150 Mw, fuel cycle facilities other than spent fuel reprocessing plants and transportation of nuclear materials.

Vaishno Devi shrine's security enhanced after Delhi blast

Vaishno Devi shrine's security enhanced after Delhi blast

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Following the Delhi blast, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has increased security measures, including deploying additional personnel and expediting verification processes.

Year of the Woman: How India's Sportswomen Owned 2025

Year of the Woman: How India's Sportswomen Owned 2025

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

They weren't up for a windfall even after the trophy but life was certain to get a lot better as some sponsors and state governments stepped up to lift them financially.

'Listing Does Not Alter Our Investment Philosophy'

'Listing Does Not Alter Our Investment Philosophy'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

'We operate in an economy that is structurally positioned for long-term growth. As market levels rise over time, our AUM grows in line.'

Delhi orders 50% WFH for govt, private offices as air quality worsens

Delhi orders 50% WFH for govt, private offices as air quality worsens

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Delhi government mandates 50% work from home for offices and private establishments under GRAP stage three due to severe air pollution. Essential services are exempted.