News for 'Tier II'

Bala gone, Murthy seems a lesser god

Bala gone, Murthy seems a lesser god

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

While some are raising questions over the company's ability to regain its position as the sector bellwether, others believe problems at the company may be "much bigger than anticipated".

PMO raised concerns over air services pact with Abu Dhabi

PMO raised concerns over air services pact with Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

The Prime Minister's Office had raised concerns over the bilateral air services agreement (ASA) signed between India and Abu Dhabi earlier this year, raising the number of flights from 13,700 to 50,000 each week.

Indian software product sales double to $2.2bn in 2013: Nasscom

Indian software product sales double to $2.2bn in 2013: Nasscom

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

The $108 billion Indian IT-ITeS industry is also witnessing the rise of tier II and III cities like Kochi, Ahmedabad and Kolkata as product hubs.

REVEALED! How Snapdeal plans to enter remote places

REVEALED! How Snapdeal plans to enter remote places

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

Sixty-five per cent of the company's sales are coming from Tier II cities and beyond, says the company CEO.

Why India is key to Philips' transformation

Why India is key to Philips' transformation

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

India serves as the company's R&D hub as it morphs into a health tech major.

Some retailers put restrictions on purchase quantity

Some retailers put restrictions on purchase quantity

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Future Group and V-Mart have put in place systems to prevent panic buying at their neighbourhood grocery stores.

Google to set up AI research unit in Bengaluru

Google to set up AI research unit in Bengaluru

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

Apart from the Google team led by AI scientist Manish Gupta, the company will also partner with the research community across the country to focus on tackling challenges in fields like healthcare, agriculture, and education.

Start-up tips: How to invest less and make MORE money

Start-up tips: How to invest less and make MORE money

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

Surround yourself with people who are also working hard on their own side projects, says Saagar Panchal.

Policybazaar's Rs 5.8k-crore IPO to open on Nov 1

Policybazaar's Rs 5.8k-crore IPO to open on Nov 1

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

PB Fintech, the parent of Policybazaar and Paisabazaar, has set a price band of Rs 940-950 apiece for its initial public offering (IPO), which will open on November 1 and close on November 3. The company may be valued at around Rs 44,000 crore, and looking to raise an amount of around Rs 5,826 crore. The IPO comprises a fresh issue of Rs 3,750 crore, along with an offer for sale (OFS) of Rs 1959.72 crore by existing promoters and shareholders.

How India Inc plans to tap robust rural market

How India Inc plans to tap robust rural market

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

While companies have not launched too many products in rural areas of late, easy financing has helped push up demand.

What lies ahead for TCS, Infosys, HCL

What lies ahead for TCS, Infosys, HCL

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Credit Suisse thinks it possible for the company to narrow its forecast ('guidance') range.

Battered by three decades of controversy, TMB looks back to the future

Battered by three decades of controversy, TMB looks back to the future

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

June was a memorable month for the 101-year-old Tamilnad Mercantile Bank (TMB). Last month, the Thoothukudi-based bank witnessed two new landmarks in a history in which the last three decades could easily qualify for a Kollywood blockbuster.

Indian eCommerce market to hit $15 bn in 2 years: Google

Indian eCommerce market to hit $15 bn in 2 years: Google

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

India is estimated to have 302 million Internet users by December 2014, overtaking the US as the world's second largest online userbase.

StartupWave for entrepreneurs in smaller cities

StartupWave for entrepreneurs in smaller cities

Rediff.com13 Sep 2014

Virtual incubation platform StartupWave has been adopted by close to 190 entrepreneurs.

200 mn watched IPL-11 online

200 mn watched IPL-11 online

Rediff.com30 May 2018

'In the next five years both online and TV viewership will grow and complement each other.'

The famous five taking on shady Chinese lending apps

The famous five taking on shady Chinese lending apps

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

A bunch of CEOs in their mid-30s and early 40s are trying to rectify the scenario where shady lending applications trap hapless borrowers with astronomically high interest rates and even bodily harm if the money was repaid. Anup Roy reports.

India's E-Commerce: Great Leap Forward

India's E-Commerce: Great Leap Forward

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Live commerce, quick commerce, group buying, WhatsApp commerce, dukaantech have made their mark.

How Shreyas Shibulal plans to disrupt EV space

How Shreyas Shibulal plans to disrupt EV space

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Lightning Logistics, Shreyas Shibulal's start-up, rents out electric scooters along with the riders for last mile delivery.

The single woman's investment guide

The single woman's investment guide

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Leading up to the International Women's Day on March 8, this is the first of a four-part series that talks about how women can invest to achieve their long-term financial goals.

Exempt port projects from MAT: Assocham

Exempt port projects from MAT: Assocham

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

To generate ample private sector interest, there is a need to introduce market-linked tariff rates.

Modi's ambitious UDAN plan hits air pocket

Modi's ambitious UDAN plan hits air pocket

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

GMR-led Delhi Airport had accepted the government's request to shift UDAN flights to Hindon Air Force Base, but airlines say poor last mile connectivity will have to be dealt with first before starting operations

We're here for a marathon, not a sprint: Audi India chief

We're here for a marathon, not a sprint: Audi India chief

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

'Audi is well on track for what we want to achieve.'

Cab war intensifies: Ola, Uber zip into non-metros for lead

Cab war intensifies: Ola, Uber zip into non-metros for lead

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Micro may soon overtake rival Uber in terms of number of rides.

All soccer games in England postponed to mourn Queen, cricket and rugby go ahead

All soccer games in England postponed to mourn Queen, cricket and rugby go ahead

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Soccer's top flight Premier League and the English Football League (EFL) had already announced they were postponing their next round of fixtures.

We've already toppled Flipkart, Snapdeal: Shopclues

We've already toppled Flipkart, Snapdeal: Shopclues

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Shopclues, the latest unicorn, was at the bottom of the sector loss pie.

Luxury brands have to brace for high rent

Luxury brands have to brace for high rent

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

Because of high rents in Mumbai and the response from Delhi, most luxury retail players want to expand in the capital.

Chinese app plans to use India base to take on FB, Google

Chinese app plans to use India base to take on FB, Google

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

India isn't just a testbed for SHAREit to find and perfect a new business model, but also the start of the company's globalisation dreams.

Global firms in talks to invest in India's real estate

Global firms in talks to invest in India's real estate

Rediff.com23 Nov 2014

This announcement will widen the base of investors, especially mid-sized financial institutions.

PM Modi rolls out largest health scheme -- Ayushman Bharat

PM Modi rolls out largest health scheme -- Ayushman Bharat

Rediff.com23 Sep 2018

Describing it as a "game changer", Modi said the scheme was a step towards serving the poor people of the country and it would come into effect from Sunday.

Brands will drive 30% growth in franchising

Brands will drive 30% growth in franchising

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

Several industry verticals such as food and beverage, education, fashion and tourism are leveraging their growth by franchising their products under various formats.

There are 4,450 edtech companies in India!

There are 4,450 edtech companies in India!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

The mind block against online education is crumbling and the demand may be led not just by parents but also teachers.

Brand Nissan loses out as carmaker focuses on Datsun

Brand Nissan loses out as carmaker focuses on Datsun

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Irrespective of the recent performance of Datsun, Nissan is ready to put more resources behind it.

Why More failed to give shape to Aditya Birla group's retail dream

Why More failed to give shape to Aditya Birla group's retail dream

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

'Unlike Big Bazaar, where the promoter calls the shot, in ABRL, professionals take decisions. So, every new CEO leads to a change in strategy, which confuses vendors and the team.'

What Gen Zers spend their bucks on

What Gen Zers spend their bucks on

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

Marketers must understand how aware Gen Z is of its unlimited options while tapping into their sentiments.

Nokia's second coming in India

Nokia's second coming in India

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

With 8.5 per cent market share in the quarter ended September 2017, Nokia makes it to the top four bestselling feature phones in India.

6 major trends that will shape India's real estate sector

6 major trends that will shape India's real estate sector

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Despite the absence of any notable price growth, transaction volumes are picking up in major Indian cities. The surge in sentiments is also backed by a significant rise in transparency in the industry.

Red tape snipped for start-ups

Red tape snipped for start-ups

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

Vetting by inter-ministerial board removed for benefits under Startup India Action Plan

'Posting videos on TikTok was my bread and butter'

'Posting videos on TikTok was my bread and butter'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

'But I understand the need for this government move.' 'I completely support Mr Modi.'

How e-commerce is making India a fashion republic

How e-commerce is making India a fashion republic

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

Men and women from mofussil India are buying designerwear either on their laptops or their cellphones.

Festival cheer helps automakers log positive sales in Nov

Festival cheer helps automakers log positive sales in Nov

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

Leading automakers Maruti Suzuki India, Hyundai Motor, Kia Motors and Tata Motors reported sales growth in the domestic market in November, aided by robust offtakes amid the festival season. While Maruti Suzuki India reported marginal growth, Hyundai logged in its highest ever monthly sales in November. Others like Honda Cars India, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Mahindra & Mahindra and MG Motor India also reported sales growth in November as compared with the same month last year.