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Stake sales by promoters, private equity investors 2.2 times of 2022

Stake sales by promoters, private equity investors 2.2 times of 2022

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Stake sales by promoters and private equity/venture capital (PE/VC) investors this year are already exceeding twice those of last year. So far this calendar year, the selling stands at over Rs 87,400 crore, 2.2 times the Rs 39,700 crore worth of shares sold by promoters and PE/VCs in 2022. This year's tally has received a boost from stake sales by Adani group promoters.

Sri Lanka unveils its squad for the Asia Cup

Sri Lanka unveils its squad for the Asia Cup

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Binura Fernando, Pramod Madushan, Dushan Hemantha back in Sri Lanka squad

SC quashes VC appointment of Kerala tech varsity, says against UGC norms

SC quashes VC appointment of Kerala tech varsity, says against UGC norms

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

The Supreme Court on Friday quashed the appointment of the vice chancellor of APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University in Thiruvananthapuram, terming it bad in law and contrary to UGC regulations.

PE, VC funds face capital adequacy norms

PE, VC funds face capital adequacy norms

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

The move, a part of the new set of prudential norms being discussed by financial sector regulators across the globe in the wake of the credit crisis, was being discussed in view of the reputational risk arising from undertaking such activities, RBI said in its annual report for 2008-09.

ODI World Cup: Ashwin replaces injured Axar Patel in India's final squad

ODI World Cup: Ashwin replaces injured Axar Patel in India's final squad

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

India announced their final squad for the ICC Men's ODI World Cup with the injured Axar Patel dropped from the final squad and Ravichandran Ashwin making his way into the 15-member team.

Healthcare IT sector raised $623 mn via VC funding

Healthcare IT sector raised $623 mn via VC funding

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

The healthcare IT sector saw 168 transactions in the second quarter of 2013, higher than 104 in the previous quarter (January-March) and 163 in all of 2012.

VC funds no more only technology-driven

VC funds no more only technology-driven

Rediff.com11 Sep 2008

As the tides of investments change over time, venture capital funds are shifting their focus to businesses related to consumer demand such as education, media and entertainment, food & beverages and alternative energy.

PE, VC investment in education touches $93 mn

PE, VC investment in education touches $93 mn

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

According to Venture Intelligence, PE/VC investors have already invested $93 million in 10 education companies so far in 2011, led by a Rs 100 crore (about USD 22 million) investment in vocational training and placement firm Teamlease Services.

U-19 Final: India's young turks aim for World Cup glory

U-19 Final: India's young turks aim for World Cup glory

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Led by Saharan, who is leading the batting charts with 389 runs, the team's performance got better with each match and the only time it has been pushed to a corner in the tournament is the semifinal where it pipped hosts South Africa by a solitary wicket.

VC investments rise 19% to $7.5 billion

VC investments rise 19% to $7.5 billion

Rediff.com16 Aug 2011

Venture capital investments grew at a rapid pace across the US in the April-June quarter of 2011, surging by 19 per cent to $7.5 billion, says a new report.

Duleep Trophy: Out-of-favour India batter to lead South Zone

Duleep Trophy: Out-of-favour India batter to lead South Zone

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Out of favour India batter Hanuma Vihari will be leading the South Zone squad in the upcoming Duleep Trophy tournament.

Batters need to take onus in do-or-die 3rd T20I vs WI

Batters need to take onus in do-or-die 3rd T20I vs WI

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

India's in-form spinner Kuldeep Yadav missed Sunday's game due to a sore thumb and it remains to be seen if he is available for selection.

VC investments may focus more on energy startups

VC investments may focus more on energy startups

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

Moreover, VC investments are anticipated to move away from information technology and telecommunication areas, according to German banking major Deutsche Bank.

VC investment in India doubles to $182 mn

VC investment in India doubles to $182 mn

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

According to Dow Jones VentureSource, a VC industry tracking firm, investments grew in almost every venture hub globally in the April-June quarter, a sign of recovery in the global economy.

India look to salvage pride in final ODI against Australia

India look to salvage pride in final ODI against Australia

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Captain Harmanpreet Kaur's form with the bat will be in focus as the Indian Women's team looks to salvage pride in the third and final ODI in Mumbai on Tuesday.

3rd Test: India's vulnerable middle-order in focus against fearless England

3rd Test: India's vulnerable middle-order in focus against fearless England

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

India will need to be ruthless and tactful in equal measure while dealing with an unpredictable England when the third chapter of a riveting Test series begins in Rajkot on Thursday.

India's Share Of Global FDI Inflow Climbs To 4.2% in Q1 of FY23

India's Share Of Global FDI Inflow Climbs To 4.2% in Q1 of FY23

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

This is despite the fact that total FDI into India has fallen by 22 per cent from $58 billion in FY22 to $46 billion in FY23, according to the Reserve Bank of India.

Youngsters' T20 WC dreams hang in the balance with just 5 games to go

Youngsters' T20 WC dreams hang in the balance with just 5 games to go

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

In the current scenario, form in the IPL will carry a lot of weight for selection in the Indian team bound for USA and Caribbean.

Why India, China are hot spots for VC/PE investors

Why India, China are hot spots for VC/PE investors

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

Venture Capital investments are early-stage monetary investments made in new start-up firms that have a high growth potential.

Revanth Reddy's first challenge as CM: Congress's 6 guarantees

Revanth Reddy's first challenge as CM: Congress's 6 guarantees

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

However, finding the funds to fulfill them will be a herculean task.

Drunk men attempt to kidnap students from JNU campus, 1 held

Drunk men attempt to kidnap students from JNU campus, 1 held

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

The incident took place on Tuesday night and police have registered two cases based on complaints from students of the university.

How GenAI Startup Ecosystem Is Unfolding

How GenAI Startup Ecosystem Is Unfolding

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

'In India, the GenAI startup ecosystem is unfolding with remarkable speed, signalling a new era of technological advancement and investment opportunities.'

No library access for women; AMU VC denies being sexist

No library access for women; AMU VC denies being sexist

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

The Aligarh Muslim University on Tuesday found itself in the midst of a controversy over not allowing access to women undergraduates to the main library in the campus but the institution said it was due to space constraint and denied having a "sexist approach".

India vs Bangladesh: Another century on the cards for Rohit?

India vs Bangladesh: Another century on the cards for Rohit?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Bangladesh have beaten India three times in the last four ODIs -- twice in a bilateral series in December 2022 and then in the Asia Cup.

Can India conquer England's 'Bazball' storm in 2nd Test?

Can India conquer England's 'Bazball' storm in 2nd Test?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Hurt India eye sweeping changes in approach against England's 'Bazball' in second Test

Avishka Fernando returns to SL squad for India tour

Avishka Fernando returns to SL squad for India tour

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Sri Lanka Cricket picked a 20-member squad for the white-ball series starting on January 3.

Ball-tampering scandal: Could've been handled differently: Warner

Ball-tampering scandal: Could've been handled differently: Warner

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Ahead of his final Test match at his home arena of Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Australian opener David Warner reflected on the 2018 ball-tampering scandal in Cape Town.

India vs England promises thrills, turners, and drama!

India vs England promises thrills, turners, and drama!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Can the subcontinent giants maintain their 12-year invincibility?

CBI registers case against ex-IGNOU VC in graft case

CBI registers case against ex-IGNOU VC in graft case

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case of alleged graft against former Vice Chancellor of Indira Gandhi National Open University for permitting two varsities to run distance-learning courses in violation of norms.

Will India play Jaiswal in 2nd T20I?

Will India play Jaiswal in 2nd T20I?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

For India, Suryakumar would want to get a big one in his pet format and regain a bit of confidence that has eroded because of a lean patch in the ODIs.

Nitish govt headed for showdown with Guv over this issue

Nitish govt headed for showdown with Guv over this issue

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

The Nitish Kumar government appeared to be heading for a showdown with Bihar Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar as the Raj Bhavan reversed an order of the state administration to freeze bank accounts of two officials of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University in Muzaffarpur.

Guv waging war on varsities: Kerala CM on row over resignation of VCs

Guv waging war on varsities: Kerala CM on row over resignation of VCs

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday lashed out at Governor Arif Mohammed Khan for seeking resignation of vice chancellors of nine universities in the state.

I-T notifies 'Angel Tax' rules for valuing investments in startups

I-T notifies 'Angel Tax' rules for valuing investments in startups

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

The income tax department has notified rules for valuation of equity and compulsorily convertible preferable shares issued by startups to resident and non-resident investors. As per the changes in Rule 11UA of I-T rules, which comes into effect from September 25, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) provides that the valuation of compulsorily convertible preference shares (CCPS) can also be based on the fair market value of unquoted equity shares. The amended rules also retain the five new valuation methods proposed in the draft rules for consideration received from the non-residents viz., (i) Comparable Company Multiple Method, (ii) Probability Weighted Expected Return Method, (iii) Option Pricing Method, (iv) Milestone Analysis Method, and (v) Replacement Cost Method.

World Cup: Can Sri Lankan young guns shine vs SA?

World Cup: Can Sri Lankan young guns shine vs SA?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Injury-hit Sri Lanka and South Africa seek winning start to World Cup

WI T20Is: Rohit, Kohli out; Jaiswal, Varma picked

WI T20Is: Rohit, Kohli out; Jaiswal, Varma picked

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a 15-member squad led by Hardik Pandya for the T20I series against West Indies.

India A squad for ACC Men's Emerging Teams Asia Cup announced

India A squad for ACC Men's Emerging Teams Asia Cup announced

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

The Junior Cricket Committee has picked India A squad for the upcoming ACC Men's Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023 to be played from July 13th to 23rd in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Italy honours Indian troops' contribution during WW2

Italy honours Indian troops' contribution during WW2

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

A memorial has been unveiled in Italy as a tribute to the Indian troops who fought in the Italian Campaign during the Second World War, officials said on Saturday.

AMU VC denying library access to women is 'insult to daughters': Smriti Irani

AMU VC denying library access to women is 'insult to daughters': Smriti Irani

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

The Human Resource Development Ministry on Tuesday sought an explanation from the Aligarh Muslim University Vice Chancellor Zameer Uddin Shah over not allowing access to women undergraduates to the main library in the campus, with Minister Smriti Irani saying that it amounted to an 'insult to daughters'.

Can India's bowlers bounce back to avoid series loss?

Can India's bowlers bounce back to avoid series loss?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

Misfiring Indian bowlers in focus as India seek series-levelling win over SA in third T20I