News for 'Vedanta'

Why India's forex kitty is all set to swell

Why India's forex kitty is all set to swell

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

Analysts said even though the Indian economy is expected to slow down to 7.2 per cent in fiscal 2020, it is still the best bet for investment for foreign investors.

Why corporate credit may grow in next few quarters

Why corporate credit may grow in next few quarters

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

With average capacity utilisation now touching 76 per cent, Indian companies are going back to the drawing board to add capacity but the plans to build new factories and plants are still some months away.

Why some farmers support Sterlite in TN

Why some farmers support Sterlite in TN

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Even as there is strong public sentiment against reopening Sterlite's copper plant in Tamil Nadu come reports that four farmers groups have come out in support of the factory.

Sterlite buys land for Rs 9,700 cr in Aurangabad

Sterlite buys land for Rs 9,700 cr in Aurangabad

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

The state-run Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) recently handed over the land. The company was exploring investment opportunities in various states and finally selected a site at the Shendre industrial estate near Aurangabad.

Net profit of Nifty firms halves in fourth quarter

Net profit of Nifty firms halves in fourth quarter

Rediff.com29 May 2015

23 Nifty companies reported an annual decline in net profit.

Shiroor mutt seer passes away, poisoning suspected

Shiroor mutt seer passes away, poisoning suspected

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

The hospital said the seer was found to be critically ill with breathlessness, severe hypotension and massive gastrointestinal bleeding when he was brought.

Markets are in the bubble zone

Markets are in the bubble zone

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

'The mismatch between valuations and fundamentals is startling,' warns Devangshu Datta

PIX: 5 yoga poses for sexy and toned arms

PIX: 5 yoga poses for sexy and toned arms

Rediff.com29 Jun 2011

Shameem Akthar, yoga acharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, shows you five simple yoga poses that can get you toned muscles.

Watching World Cup? Try these yoga poses

Watching World Cup? Try these yoga poses

Rediff.com22 Mar 2011

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya, trained with Trivandrum's Sivanananda Yoga Vedanta Center, leads you through five yoga poses that can be done while watching TV.

Orissa in possession of large bauxite reserve

Orissa in possession of large bauxite reserve

Rediff.com25 Aug 2010

The total reserves of bauxite in the mineral-rich state are estimated at 1,530 million tonnes, spread over different sectors, industry sources said.

Will Cairn be asked to reapply for govt nod?

Will Cairn be asked to reapply for govt nod?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2011

On November 23, Cairn India, made conditional applications, which have come in for questioning following a Delhi high court ruling.

Yoga: Prepare for the challenging Crow Pose

Yoga: Prepare for the challenging Crow Pose

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, takes you through five poses which will prepare you for the difficult crow pose.

Markets gain momentum ahead if CPI data; metals slip, IT climbs

Markets gain momentum ahead if CPI data; metals slip, IT climbs

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

n the broader market, BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices are trading higher by 0.3% each.

Tuticorin firing: CBI books TN police, officials for dacoity, robbery

Tuticorin firing: CBI books TN police, officials for dacoity, robbery

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

The case has been registered against unidentified officials of police and revenue department on the basis of a complaint from K Arjunan, district secretary, Communist Party of India-Marxist.

Manufacturing sector hits a virtual standstill

Manufacturing sector hits a virtual standstill

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Factories are shutting down owing to a shortage of labour and raw materials, and a lack of logistical support amid the ongoing nationwide lockdown against the coronavirus pandemic.

Sensex, Nifty end flat ahead of F&O expiry

Sensex, Nifty end flat ahead of F&O expiry

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

Sectorally, metal and banking stocks rallied the most, while FMCG and realty stocks came under selling pressure.

Managing the monsoon, through yoga

Managing the monsoon, through yoga

Rediff.com14 Jul 2010

Shameem Akthar, yoga acharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, will take you through five practices that will see through this monsoon.

New rules exempt M&As before June 1

New rules exempt M&As before June 1

Rediff.com12 May 2011

New regime less harsh than the draft guidelines, has a host of exemptions.

Ambani gained Rs 22,000 cr in Friday's Sensex rally

Ambani gained Rs 22,000 cr in Friday's Sensex rally

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

In Friday's market rally post the corporate tax cut, the country's top business promoters recouped more than two-thirds of the losses that they suffered in the post-Budget sell-off in equity markets.

Do you know the dangers of aromatherapy oils?

Do you know the dangers of aromatherapy oils?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

Take this quiz to get a lowdown on over-use or wrong use of essential oils used in aromatherapy.

Top ten health benefits of yoga

Top ten health benefits of yoga

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

Yogacharya Shameem Akthar, trained with the International Yoga Vedanta Center, lists the top ten benefits that continue keep yoga on the top of the must-do list for most people.

2010: High profile projects hit the green hurdle

2010: High profile projects hit the green hurdle

Rediff.com11 Jan 2011

The year 2010 was a loud year when high profile projects hit the headlines for non-compliance with environmental regulations.

Are your everyday habits harming your health?

Are your everyday habits harming your health?

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Take this quiz to find out.

Govt earns huge tax from big corporate deals

Govt earns huge tax from big corporate deals

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

Finance ministry officials said they were scrutinising many deals, but the actual tax liability would depend on many factors, including the kind of payment (royalty, interest, stake sale) and the Double Tax Avoidance Agreement with the country where the foreign company was based.

Improve your sex life with yoga

Improve your sex life with yoga

Rediff.com17 Sep 2010

Shameem Akthar, yoga acharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, takes you through five yogic practices that will enhance your sex life.

Conditions for Cairn deal to cost govt Rs 5,000 cr

Conditions for Cairn deal to cost govt Rs 5,000 cr

Rediff.com4 Jul 2011

ONGC's return on investment becomes positive after govt makes Barmer block royalty cost-recoverable.

What is the right way to do pranayama?

What is the right way to do pranayama?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, takes you through a quiz to help you learn about the marvellous aspects of this limb of yoga.

JSW takes battle for Bellary to apex court

JSW takes battle for Bellary to apex court

Rediff.com28 Mar 2011

Earlier this month, the high court asked Sesa Goa and JSW Steel to re-bid.

I am your soldier in Delhi, Rahul tells tribals

I am your soldier in Delhi, Rahul tells tribals

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

Addressing a tribal rally marking 'Adivasi Adhikar Diwas' (Rights Day) in Jagannathpur village at the foothills of Niyamgiri hills close to Vedanta's alumina refinery, he said he would he would be their "soldier" in Delhi and continue their fight

Projects to be cleared fast: PM to Orissa CM

Projects to be cleared fast: PM to Orissa CM

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

Patnaik said the prime minister assured him on the Polavaram dam project in Andhra Pradesh, saying that none of the tribal villages in Orissa would be submerged.

The $8.5 billion gamble?

The $8.5 billion gamble?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

Given it is in a completely different business, it's a question if Vedanta can seamlessly implement the optimal strategy for Cairn

Green hurdle! Lavasa, JSP projects put on hold

Green hurdle! Lavasa, JSP projects put on hold

Rediff.com26 Nov 2010

Pune's Lavasa Lake City has run into rough weather with the environment ministry slapping a showcause notice on Lavasa Corporation for carrying out construction activities without its approval in 25,000 hectares.

Health Quiz: Are you eating pretty?

Health Quiz: Are you eating pretty?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

Here's a fun way to find out how healthy is your skin

Relieve your neck pain with yoga

Relieve your neck pain with yoga

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

A regular routine of yoga does wonders to power the neck. It is of particular value to those who may be prone to neck-related problems.

Nalco eyes Afghanistan's mining sector

Nalco eyes Afghanistan's mining sector

Rediff.com19 Jul 2010

State-owned aluminium maker Nalco may show interest in developing mines in Afghanistan, which is expected to invite global bids soon for exploration of mineral deposits estimated to be worth $1 trillion.

Posco failure: BJP blames Orissa govt

Posco failure: BJP blames Orissa govt

Rediff.com20 Oct 2010

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday held the Orissa government responsible for the non-implementation of the Rs 51,000 crore (Rs 510 billion) Posco steel plant project.

Taxation, operational issues clog mining sector

Taxation, operational issues clog mining sector

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

Ban fiats, freezes and new levies are ensuring a drying up of operations and new investments, complain companies.

Quiz: Is kajal good for your eyes?

Quiz: Is kajal good for your eyes?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Do you know why men in Rajathan apply kajal in their eyes? Is it a fashion statement or some scientific reason behind it?

It's poor farmers vs Gujarat government and Nirma!

It's poor farmers vs Gujarat government and Nirma!

Rediff.com5 Jan 2011

The story of land allotment in Mahuva in Saurashtra, Gujarat, is sensational even in this season of scams because here the government allotted its land to a private party, Nirma, and the place allotted was actually a reservoir!

Deals that will define India's oil sector

Deals that will define India's oil sector

Rediff.com31 Dec 2010

No period in the recent history of Indian oil and gas sector will perhaps leave its long- lasting imprint than 2010 that saw the unfolding of two events that could shape the future of this fast growing sphere.