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Markets at fresh highs on buying in HDFC Bank, RIL

Markets at fresh highs on buying in HDFC Bank, RIL

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Among the 30 Sensex companies, Mahindra & Mahindra, Titan, HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, Tata Motors and Asian Paints were the biggest gainers. On the other hand, Tech Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro, HCL Technologies, Larsen & Toubro and State Bank of India were among the major laggards.

Sensex scales Mount 83K, Nifty at lifetime high

Sensex scales Mount 83K, Nifty at lifetime high

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Benchmark Sensex hit the historic 83,000 level for the first time on Thursday and the Nifty settled at a lifetime high after a rally in blue-chip shares, surge in global markets and foreign fund inflows. A sharp fag-end rally drove the 30-share BSE Sensex to the 83,000 level for the first time. The barometer surged 1,593.03 points or 1.95 per cent to hit its lifetime intra-day peak of 83,116.19 in the last hour of trade.

'Embrace AI. Embrace Digital'

'Embrace AI. Embrace Digital'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'These are the two core skill sets that are required for any job, in any profession.'

Google's Willow milestone may revolutionise AI, quantum computing

Google's Willow milestone may revolutionise AI, quantum computing

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

With Google announcing the milestone of Willow - a state-of-the-art quantum computing chip that can solve complex problems in under five minutes, a computation so complex it would have taken a supercomputer around 10 septillion (10^25) years to complete - tech experts believe this breakthrough could impact artificial intelligence (AI), particularly by making it more accessible to the masses. However, industry players caution that it may take several years for this innovation to become commercially viable.

After scaling record peaks, markets pare gains to end in red

After scaling record peaks, markets pare gains to end in red

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed marginally lower on Friday as investors booked profit in FMCG, IT and healthcare stocks after the BSE Sensex and Nifty hit fresh lifetime highs in intra-day deals. The 30-share BSE Sensex dipped 7.65 points or 0.01 per cent to settle at 75,410.39. During the day, it rallied 218.46 points or 0.28 per cent to hit its all-time intra-day high of 75,636.50.

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Dhoni endorses 42 brands to Bachchan's 41 and SRK's 34.

Stock markets rise on gains in Tata Motors, HDFC Bank

Stock markets rise on gains in Tata Motors, HDFC Bank

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

From the Sensex pack, Tata Motors, NTPC, Bajaj Finserv, Power Grid Corp, Titan, Asian Paints, IndusInd Bank, Maruti Suzuki India and Tata Steel were among the biggest gainers. Sun Pharmaceuticals, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Bharti Airtel, UltraTech Cement and Reliance Industries were among the laggards.

Real estate players deploy AI, plug into AR and VR tech to boost sales

Real estate players deploy AI, plug into AR and VR tech to boost sales

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Buying one's dream home requires planning, funds, and these days, putting on an AI-enabled virtual reality (VR) headset. Realtors are increasingly providing customers an immersive experience, courtesy generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), mixed reality, and metaverse. For realty consultancy Anarock group, AI and machine learning (ML) are enabling predictive market analysis, facilitating virtual property tours, and improving property management through predictive maintenance.

Sensex, Nifty scale fresh peaks on firm global cues

Sensex, Nifty scale fresh peaks on firm global cues

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Among the 30 Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance, Mahindra & Mahindra, NTPC, Power Grid, Bajaj Finserv, Bharti Airtel and Tata Consultancy Services were the biggest gainers. In contrast, Tata Motors, HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries, Tech Mahindra and ITC were among the laggards.

Bill Clinton on what stops Gandhi's dream for India

Bill Clinton on what stops Gandhi's dream for India

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Former US President Bill Clinton expresses his doubts about the realization of Mahatma Gandhi's dream for India in his new book, 'Citizen: My Life After the White House'. Reflecting on his experience in the aftermath of the devastating 2001 Gujarat earthquake, Clinton recounts his encounters with the suffering and resilience of the people, questioning the extent to which India has achieved Gandhi's vision of a peaceful haven for all. The book also highlights the establishment of the American India Foundation (AIF), which Clinton helped found to support relief efforts in Gujarat. Clinton's observations on India's internal divisions, particularly between Hindus and Muslims, offer a thought-provoking perspective on the country's progress towards Gandhi's ideals.

Mcap of BSE-listed firms touch all-time high of Rs 296.48 lakh crore

Mcap of BSE-listed firms touch all-time high of Rs 296.48 lakh crore

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

The market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms touched an all-time high of Rs 296.48 lakh crore on Friday as the benchmark Sensex hit its new life time peak amid bullish investor sentiments.hit its new lifetime peak. Rallying for the third day running, the 30-share Sensex surged 499.42 points or 0.78 per cent to reach its all-time high of 64,414.84 in early deals. Thanks to the rally in equities, the market capitalisation (mcap) of BSE-listed companies jumped to Rs 2,95,72,338.05 crore.

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Tamil Nadu government is set to unveil a housing initiative for 18,720 women employed by Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, a key supplier to iPhone-maker Apple, this Saturday. The project, located at Vallam Vadagal near Chennai, marks the first time an Indian state government has constructed a hostel of this scale for a private firm - a model that's been successful in China and Vietnam.

We Missed Industrial Revolution

We Missed Industrial Revolution

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Is India headed there again? questions Ajit Balakrishnan

PhD scholar is 4th suicide in IIT-Kanpur in a year

PhD scholar is 4th suicide in IIT-Kanpur in a year

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Pragati Kharya, a resident of Sanigawan in Kanpur who was pursuing a PhD in Earth Sciences, died by suicide inside her hostel room D-116 in hall number-4 during the intervening night, but the matter came to light on Thursday noon, they said.

India's double gold is just the beginning: Vishy Anand

India's double gold is just the beginning: Vishy Anand

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Overjoyed by India's remarkable dual triumph at the Chess Olympiad, five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand said that while this marks a promising beginning, there is still much work to be done for women's chess in the country.

Retail ownership of Indian equities up 800bps in a decade: Morgan Stanley

Retail ownership of Indian equities up 800bps in a decade: Morgan Stanley

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Retail investors have become a force to reckon with in the last 10 years with their ownership of Indian equities rising 800 basis points, or 8 per cent, to 23.4 per cent during this period, suggests a recent note from Morgan Stanley. This number, Morgan Stanley said, is set to rise in the next few years as Indian households are still underinvested in equities. India's demographics, policy framework, investor education and modest positive real rates, it said, will fuel the 'equity cult' in India.

Is It Time To Invest In Silver?

Is It Time To Invest In Silver?

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The rally in silver may continue if the global economic recovery remains on course.

Bucking the trend: Indian startups regain lost funding ground, says report

Bucking the trend: Indian startups regain lost funding ground, says report

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Finally, some good news for the Indian startup ecosystem. After four consecutive half-year periods of declining funding since 2022, the first half (H1) of 2024 has shown an upward trend compared to the second half (H2) of 2023. According to the India Tech Semi-Annual Funding Report H1 2024 by Tracxn, Indian technology (tech) startups raised $4.1 billion in H1 2024, marking a 4 per cent increase from $3.96 billion in H2 2023.

'Workforce Aspirations Are Changing'

'Workforce Aspirations Are Changing'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'It is not that employee work is not happening if you don't see it.'

Is this tech bubble like the one in March 2000?

Is this tech bubble like the one in March 2000?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Are we seeing a replay of March 2000? What are the similarities and differences and how worried should we be, asks Akash Prakash.

Global Chess: Mumba Masters upset leaders Alaskan Knights

Global Chess: Mumba Masters upset leaders Alaskan Knights

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Mumba Masters defeated tournament leaders PBG Alaskan Knights, denying them direct qualification to the finals of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League in London on Wednesday.

M-cap of BSE-listed firms reach all-time high of Rs 299.90 lakh cr

M-cap of BSE-listed firms reach all-time high of Rs 299.90 lakh cr

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

The market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms reached an all-time high of Rs 299.90 lakh crore on Wednesday despite the Sensex falling marginally after a remarkable record-breaking rally in the last few trading sessions. The 30-share BSE Sensex dipped 33.01 points or 0.05 per cent to settle at 65,446.04, after rallying in the past five trading straight sessions. During the day, the benchmark hit a low of 65,256.49 and a high of 65,584.33.

Goodbye Skipper!

Goodbye Skipper!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'He asserted in his usual jovial style that he was not an MBA like his audience at IIM-Ahmedabad but perhaps had an even better business degree: MBB'. 'He went on to explain to his perplexed, blue chip B-School audience that MBB stood for "Marwadi by birth"!' Shivanand Kanavi salutes Shashi Ruia, co-founder of the Essar group who passed into the ages on November 25, 2024 in Mumbai.

'Sometimes I don't even look at the Chess board': Praggnanandhaa

'Sometimes I don't even look at the Chess board': Praggnanandhaa

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Playing chess all year round can take a huge toll on the physical and mental aspects of a player and Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa acknowledged that sometimes he has to completely take his mind off the sport to prepare for the upcoming challenges.

Metal, power, auto shares help Sensex gain 286 points

Metal, power, auto shares help Sensex gain 286 points

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Among the Sensex stocks, JSW Steel, Asian Paints, Maruti Suzuki India, NTPC, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone, Bharti Airtel, ITC and Tech Mahindra were the major gainers. Reliance Industries, Tata Motors, Infosys, Mahindra and Mahindra, Bajaj Finance and Axis Bank were the laggards.

Sensex slips below 80K; Nifty scales new high

Sensex slips below 80K; Nifty scales new high

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Among the 30-share Sensex pack, State Bank of India, Reliance Industries, Hindustan Unilever, NTPC, Larsen & Toubro, Nestle India, Power Grid, ITC, JSW Steel and Sun Pharmaceuticals were the major gainers. On the other hand, HDFC Bank, Titan, Mahindra & Mahindra, IndusInd Bank, UltraTech Cement, Tata Motors, HCL Technologies and Asian Paints were among the laggards.

Sensex, Nifty close at all-time highs on gains in HDFC twins, RIL

Sensex, Nifty close at all-time highs on gains in HDFC twins, RIL

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

From the Sensex pack, Power Grid, HDFC Bank, HDFC, Tech Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro, Reliance Industries and Larsen & Toubro were the major gainers. Mahindra & Mahindra, ITC, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finance and Maruti were among the laggards.

Sunny skies for Reits, with a high chance of growth

Sunny skies for Reits, with a high chance of growth

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

After lagging behind benchmarks and broader indices over the past five years, real estate investment trusts (Reits) have outperformed them since the start of 2024. The four listed Reits have posted an average return of 16 per cent year-to-date, compared to 9.9 per cent for the S&P BSE Sensex and 11 per cent for the National Stock Exchange Nifty.

10 HOT Tech Careers

10 HOT Tech Careers

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

From cloud computing to people analytics, most lucrative future jobs will be dominated by people with digital skills and expertise, explains Sarita Digumarti, chief learning officer, UNext Learning.

How rejection from cricket made Vidit Gujrathi pursue chess

How rejection from cricket made Vidit Gujrathi pursue chess

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Vidit Gujrathi was around six when he was advised to put his ambition of playing cricket on hold till he was older by a local club.

Byju Raveendran promises to pay July salary to staff once he gets control of accounts

Byju Raveendran promises to pay July salary to staff once he gets control of accounts

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Edtech firm Think and Learn, which owns Byju's brand, has not paid the July salary to employees as the company was unable to access its accounts due to a temporary stay granted by the Supreme Court on the NCLAT's decision, a top official said on Tuesday. On August 2, the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) approved the Rs 158.9 crore dues settlement with BCCI and set aside insolvency proceedings against Byju's.

Sensex, Nifty settle lower after hitting record highs

Sensex, Nifty settle lower after hitting record highs

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Monday after hitting their all-time high levels in early trade amid selling in blue-chip IT stocks and HDFC Bank. After breaching the 77,000-mark during the early trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex came under selling pressure at the fag-end of the session and ended 203.28 points or 0.27 per cent lower at 76,490.08. During the day, the benchmark jumped 385.68 points or 0.50 per cent to hit a new record of 77,079.04.

IPO market revival still some time away, say analysts

IPO market revival still some time away, say analysts

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

It is pouring heavily not only in North India, but at Dalal Street too. However, the latter is seeing a flurry of initial public offers (IPOs). After a busy fortnight that ended on July 7 with seven IPOs - IdeaForge Technology, Cyient DLM, PKH Ventures, Pentagon Rubber, Global Pet Industries, Tridhya Tech, and Synoptics Technologies -- four more IPOs will hit the Street this week, including one mainboard IPO of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank. That apart, India's largest securities' depository National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has filed its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for an IPO.

Citadel: Honey Bunny Review: Samantha Steals The Show!

Citadel: Honey Bunny Review: Samantha Steals The Show!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Watch her in hand-to-hand combat, wielding guns, firing weapons and breaking bones like a beast in some of the sleekly done one-take sequences. She also owns some emotionally-charged moments within the same dramatic beat, observes Mayur Sanap.

'India is an important education market'

'India is an important education market'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

'It's the second-largest market for us after the US, and should be the largest market at some point.'

Markets scale fresh highs; Sensex ends at 73,872

Markets scale fresh highs; Sensex ends at 73,872

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Among the Sensex firms, NTPC, Power Grid, Reliance Industries, Bajaj Finserv, Axis Bank, Tech Mahindra, ICICI Bank, Bharti Airtel and IndusInd Bank were the biggest gainers. JSW Steel, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Steel, UltraTech Cement, Infosys and Titan were among the laggards.

The Coming Changes In Warfare

The Coming Changes In Warfare

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The nature of war and its purpose remains unchanged. The change is in the character of war in terms of a man-machine mix, domination of sensors and certain automation of the tactics and methods of war, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

90% of Nifty 500 stocks trade above 200-DMA; time to be selective: Analysts

90% of Nifty 500 stocks trade above 200-DMA; time to be selective: Analysts

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Nearly 90 per cent of the stocks comprising the National Stock Exchange Nifty 500 Index and 49 of the 50 stocks that make up the Nifty50 are trading above their respective 200-day moving averages (DMAs). The 200-DMA is considered one of the most relevant trend indicators by investors and traders. They believe that stocks and indices trading above this key level exhibit strength and are likely to rally, while those trading below this level are viewed as bearish, with the stock/index expected to see a selloff.

Women ride the ed-tech boom as opportunities click

Women ride the ed-tech boom as opportunities click

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Experts point out teaching in its online avatar helps address women specific concerns, like care-giving responsibilities, lack of safe public and work spaces, and the inability to move to cities.

After breaching 75,000, Sensex settles 59 pts lower

After breaching 75,000, Sensex settles 59 pts lower

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

From the Sensex basket, Titan, Reliance Industries, Asian Paints, Tech Mahindra, IndusInd Bank, UltraTech Cement, Wipro and ITC were the major laggards. ICICI Bank, Infosys, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Steel, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finance, Nestle and Mahindra & Mahindra were among the major gainers.