News for 'Tiers'

Yes Bank's additional tier-1 bondholders plan legal action

Yes Bank's additional tier-1 bondholders plan legal action

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

With the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) draft reconstruction scheme for the troubled lender suggesting a permanent write-down of these bonds outstanding as of March 5, bondholders who have invested RS 10,800 crores are up in arms, reports Hamsini Karthik.

2 BSF battalions shifted from Odisha to Jammu amid surge in terror attacks

2 BSF battalions shifted from Odisha to Jammu amid surge in terror attacks

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

The troops of these two units are expected to be based in Samba and near the Jammu-Punjab border, the sources said.

Don't Alaya, Esha, Kushi Look Cute In Skirts?

Don't Alaya, Esha, Kushi Look Cute In Skirts?

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Their romance with skirts is a year-round affair.

Soccer PIX: Atletico held; Juve off to winning start

Soccer PIX: Atletico held; Juve off to winning start

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

All the action from La Liga and Serie A matches played on Monday

'Indian Hoga': Pak Pacer Rauf In Scuffle

'Indian Hoga': Pak Pacer Rauf In Scuffle

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

'As public figures we are entitled to receive all kinds of feedback. They are entitled to support or criticise us. Nevertheless, when it comes to my parent or family. I will not hesitate to respond accordingly. It is important to show respect to people and their families, irrespective of their professions.'

Bhaiyyaji Brings Audiences To Theatres

Bhaiyyaji Brings Audiences To Theatres

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Manoj Bajpayee's 100th film earned Rs 6 million in its first weekend.

Manchester Utd beat Coventry on penalties, make FA Cup final

Manchester Utd beat Coventry on penalties, make FA Cup final

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Manchester United survived one of the most astonishing FA Cup semi-final comebacks ever to beat second-tier Coventry City on penalties after a spellbinding clash ended 3-3 after extra-time at Wembley Stadium on Sunday.

PIX: Lord's cricket ground set for new roof, stands!

PIX: Lord's cricket ground set for new roof, stands!

Rediff.com9 May 2024

The new roof is inspired by the shape and ribbed construction of a series of upturned traditional slip cradles.

Chhoti Si Asha...

Chhoti Si Asha...

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Shreekant Sambrani tells himself over and over again, don't lose heart in these dire times, there is asha (hope) still, in the divine voice of Asha Bhosle.

Nations League PIX: England, Germany impress

Nations League PIX: England, Germany impress

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Images from Saturday's action in the Nations League group stage matches.

Country gears up for 78th Independence Day amid tight security

Country gears up for 78th Independence Day amid tight security

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Police personnel checked vehicles and conducted flag marches at various places in Punjab on Wednesday while central forces maintained a tight vigil in Tripura.

FA Cup: Luton knock out Everton; Maidstone stun Ipswich

FA Cup: Luton knock out Everton; Maidstone stun Ipswich

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Luton Town knocked out Everton and sixth tier Maidstone United upset Championship Ipswich Town

'Private Sector Must Create Jobs'

'Private Sector Must Create Jobs'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

'The private sector believes that some enablers in labour-intensive sectors like apparel, toys, tourism, and media retail, can unlock a lot of jobs.'

India Needs A National Security Strategy

India Needs A National Security Strategy

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

The National Security Strategy document should flag all major issues concerning security strategy and provide guidelines to concerned departments to work out suitable action plans. Since the global and regional geopolitical canvas is dynamic, the NSS document should be deliberated at length before formulation and should be reviewed periodically, recommends Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

Premium devices to dial up growth in India's smartphone market in 2024

Premium devices to dial up growth in India's smartphone market in 2024

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Indian smartphone sales, traditionally dominated by the entry and mid-range segments, are set to change as high-end and super-premium devices capture consumer attention. The premium category is expected to grow by more than 20 per cent in calendar year (CY) 2024 compared to the previous year. While the overall smartphone market is expected to w

Treasury gains help ICICI Bank post 10% rise in Q1 profit

Treasury gains help ICICI Bank post 10% rise in Q1 profit

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Treasury gains helped ICICI Bank post a nearly 10 per cent increase in the consolidated net profit for the April-June quarter at Rs 11,696 crore on Saturday. Growth in the core income slowed for the country's second largest private sector lender, but the treasury operations helped it report a 14.62 per cent rise in its post-tax profit at Rs 11,059 crore on a standalone basis. The core net interest income (NII) growth came at a multi quarter low of 7.3 per cent to Rs 19,553 crore for the reporting quarter.

Rooftop solar charges up electric vehicle boom in India's smaller cities

Rooftop solar charges up electric vehicle boom in India's smaller cities

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

The push given to rooftop solar installation in the Interim Budget ties in with its high rate of adoption in Tier-II and -III cities of India. If original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the automobile industry, government, and the solar sector are to be believed, in cities of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Kerala, 45-50 per cent of electric-vehicle (EV) users are employing rooftop power to charge their vehicles. This is compared to the national average of 25 per cent, say industry sources.

Millennials, Gen Z driving demand for luxury car rentals

Millennials, Gen Z driving demand for luxury car rentals

Rediff.com29 May 2024

India's luxury car rental market is experiencing a surge in demand, particularly in Tier 1 cities such as Mumbai, Bangalore, and Delhi, with executive travellers, especially from the tech sector and younger demographics like the millennials and the Gen Z, increasingly renting high-end vehicles for special occasions and domestic travel. Luxorides, a luxury car rental company, observed a 40 per cent year-on-year rise in bookings in 2024 (until April) on popular routes like Delhi-Rishikesh, Delhi-Vrindavan, and Delhi-Jim Corbett National Park, as well as Chandigarh-Manali and Chandigarh-Ladakh.

Even MBAs Find It Tough To Get Jobs

Even MBAs Find It Tough To Get Jobs

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

'Corporations that were recruiting 15 or 20 [students] have reduced the number to two or three.'

PIX: Big win for Liverpool at San Siro; Nervy win for Real

PIX: Big win for Liverpool at San Siro; Nervy win for Real

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

IMAGES from UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday

Interim Budget 2024-25: Funds to boost reach on fintech industry wishlist

Interim Budget 2024-25: Funds to boost reach on fintech industry wishlist

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Indian fintechs and associated entities are hoping that the Union Budget 2024 will provide a boost and empower firms to extend their reach beyond Tier-II regions, with an emphasis on supporting enterprises led by women. The fintech industry, which has witnessed regulatory reforms over the last year, expects the Budget, scheduled to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, will further encourage financial inclusion, empower micro-small-medium enterprises (MSMEs) with lending solutions, and push for upskilling initiatives for the country's young workforce.

India's internet economy likely to reach $1 trillion by 2030: Experts

India's internet economy likely to reach $1 trillion by 2030: Experts

Rediff.com17 May 2024

India's internet economy is estimated to reach $1 trillion by 2030, primarily due to e-commerce, which is expected to be worth $325 billion and rank third globally, according to industry experts. Last year marked a crucial turning point for India's e-commerce sector, with notable changes in consumer trends, technology, and regulations. InGovern Research Services, a leading corporate governance advisory firm, hosted a virtual roundtable to deliberate on the notable developments in India's e-commerce sector in 2023, with a particular focus on the essential role of customer trust in fueling its ongoing expansion.

The Great Indian Waterfalls

The Great Indian Waterfalls

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

A trip to any of these enchanting waterfalls guarantees a memorable vacation.

Juventus appoint Thiago Motta as new head coach

Juventus appoint Thiago Motta as new head coach

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Juventus have appointed Thiago Motta as their new head coach to replace Massimiliano Allegri, the Serie A club said on Wednesday.

e-Shram may open door to govt benefits for workers

e-Shram may open door to govt benefits for workers

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led central government will use the unorganised workers database - e-Shram portal - to provide the benefits of various government programmes to the nearly 300 million workers over the next five years, if it is voted to power for the third consecutive term in the upcoming general elections. "We have registered unorganised workers on the e-Shram platform. "We will reach out to the e-Shram registered 'shramik bandhu' and help them avail the benefits of various government programmes that they are eligible for," the manifesto of the party read.

Gains in tech firm ABB India may sustain on strong margin outlook

Gains in tech firm ABB India may sustain on strong margin outlook

Rediff.com21 May 2024

ABB India's March quarter results (Q1CY24) were led by strong margin performance. Revenue was, however, largely in line with estimates at Rs 3,080 crore (up 28 per cent Y-o-Y and up 12 per cent Q-o-Q). The growth was across electrification (30 per cent Y-o-Y), process automation (73 per cent Y-o-Y) and robotics & motion (8 per cent Y-o-Y).

United Breweries sees fizz in premium beer segment

United Breweries sees fizz in premium beer segment

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Bengaluru-based United Breweries (UBL), makers of Kingfisher beer, is eying strong growth in the premium beer segment, driven by changing consumer preferences towards premiumisation. "Across categories, premiumisation is taking place as people are looking for better choices and beer is no different. "People are upgrading to better beer and newer brands. We have a good offering of premium brands - Kingfisher's premium variants are Ultra and Ultra Max," Vikram Bahl, chief marketing officer (CMO), UBL, said in an interview.

Clear skies ahead: Strong long-term gains for IndiGo as demand rises

Clear skies ahead: Strong long-term gains for IndiGo as demand rises

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Long-term macro trends indicate growth in demand for air travel. Trends from the ticketing website MakeMyTrip indicate a likely annual growth of between 11-17 per cent in Indian air travel demand over FY24-30. Through that period, InterGlobe Aviation or IndiGo may continue to make gains in market share in both domestic and international travel, aided by large fleet additions. IndiGo is the largest global customer of Airbus by far with 950 aircraft orders outstanding.

Leicester back in Premier League as Leeds humbled at QPR

Leicester back in Premier League as Leeds humbled at QPR

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

Leicester City earned promotion back to the Premier League on Friday after nearest rivals Leeds United were beaten 4-0 by Queens Park Rangers, ensuring the Championship leaders will finish in the top two in the standings.

Chelsea claw back to reach FA Cup semis

Chelsea claw back to reach FA Cup semis

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Chelsea had looked in full control at halftime after goals from Marc Cucurella and Cole Palmer

Sanaya's Chulbuli Secrets

Sanaya's Chulbuli Secrets

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

The actor has been creating happy fashion moments with her off-duty looks.

FM promises fast expansion, development of airports

FM promises fast expansion, development of airports

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

The expansion of existing airports and development of new airports will continue expeditiously, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday and emphasised that the country's aviation sector has been galvanised in the past 10 years.

FA Cup: Newcastle breeze past Sunderland in derby

FA Cup: Newcastle breeze past Sunderland in derby

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

Newcastle United made light work of north-east rivals Sunderland as Alexander Isak's double secured a 3-0 win and a place in the FA Cup fourth round at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.

Juventus fire coach Allegri for misbehaviour

Juventus fire coach Allegri for misbehaviour

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Allegri was sent off towards the end of the game for his fierce protests over refereeing decisions.

High-value insurance policies in the slow lane after tax overhaul

High-value insurance policies in the slow lane after tax overhaul

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

High-value insurance policies experienced muted growth in the first six months of the current financial year after the Centre decided to tax such products in this year's Budget. Simultaneously, there has been a marked improvement in the growth of policies with premiums of 'less than Rs 5 lakh', mainly originating from smaller cities. During this year's Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed that insurance policies (excluding unit linked insurance plans or ULIPs) with an aggregate premium exceeding Rs 5 lakh, and the maturity amount, would not be exempt from tax.

No more AC II-tier in Rajdhani, Duronto

No more AC II-tier in Rajdhani, Duronto

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

If such a replacement is done, for example, in the 50 Rajdhani trains, officials said, it will create around 14,400 additional berths for AC-III passengers.

T20 WC: Who will make semis?

T20 WC: Who will make semis?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

South Africa and India have advanced as the two other teams unbeaten in the group stage though both had their struggles in the United States leg of the tournament.

IT Companies May See Recovery In June Quarter

IT Companies May See Recovery In June Quarter

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The June quarter is usually considered as a seasonally strong period for the IT sector.

Beware Of This SCAM!

Beware Of This SCAM!

Rediff.com3 May 2024

'Avoid rushing into any financial transactions or disclosing personal information.'

India facing shortage of nurses, emigration worsening situation: Experts

India facing shortage of nurses, emigration worsening situation: Experts

Rediff.com22 May 2024

The experts issued a joint statement in New Delhi, expressing concerns over the shortage of nurses in the country.