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At least a cycle for every Indian. Hero offers a 2k model

At least a cycle for every Indian. Hero offers a 2k model

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

The wheels turn for bicycles, as manufacturers go back to the basics. After motorised two-wheelers overtook cycle sales in the country, manufacturers are focusing on commuter segment again and reviving entry-level cycles.

Shots of Covid vaccine to be taken 28 days apart: AIIMS chief

Shots of Covid vaccine to be taken 28 days apart: AIIMS chief

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

In a video issued by the Health Ministry, Dr Randeep Guleria, Director of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) answered commonly asked questions regarding the dosage of the vaccine saying that two doses of the vaccine will have to be taken 28 days apart and protective levels of antibodies generally would develop two weeks after the second dose.

Naresh Goyal resigns; Jet to get Rs 1,500 crore funds

Naresh Goyal resigns; Jet to get Rs 1,500 crore funds

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

SBI chairman Rajnish Kumar said Naresh Goyal would be eligible to bid for the airline when the lenders auction it next month.

Where to buy Nokia 7 Plus and 8 Sirocco in India

Where to buy Nokia 7 Plus and 8 Sirocco in India

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Nokia launches Nokia 7 Plus, 8 Sirocco series in India; relaunches Nokia 6 with new features.

Company registration just got easier

Company registration just got easier

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

There is still some way to go.

Guruspeak: 8 pieces of advice for India's youth

Guruspeak: 8 pieces of advice for India's youth

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

'Is standing in a queue any bigger sacrifice than that of a soldier's family?'

Ola likely to price its e-scooter in the range of Rs 85,000-1.1 lakh

Ola likely to price its e-scooter in the range of Rs 85,000-1.1 lakh

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

The entry of SoftBank-backed Ola into the electric scooter (e-scooter) segment is set to power up the overall market and perhaps fast-track the adoption of battery-operated vehicles. But for manufacturers of internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered two-wheelers, such as Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp, and TVS Motor, it will be a double whammy. Not only will they have to contend with the aggressive pricing of Ola's scooter and incur a loss at each unit of the e-scooter sold, the volumes of their regular (ICE) models, too, could feel the squeeze, observed analysts. Ola is expected to price its e-scooter in the range of Rs 85,000-1.1 lakh.

'$5 trillion economy by 2024 does not seem possible'

'$5 trillion economy by 2024 does not seem possible'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

'We are at $2.7 trillion and 2024 is not far away.' 'The country will need to grow by 9% every year for 5 years continuously and raise the aggregate investment rate to 38% of GDP to achieve the government's target of turning India into a $5 trillion economy.' 'Given the fact that we are only growing at about 5% and our investment rates are only about 30%, it may take a number of years before we can reach that targeted level.'

Duty raise to see gold imports dip 20%

Duty raise to see gold imports dip 20%

Rediff.com7 Jun 2013

Levy in India one of the highest in the world; finance minister urges banks to tell customers not to invest in the metal.

ED seizes Rs 5,100cr assets of Nirav Modi, moves to revoke his passport

ED seizes Rs 5,100cr assets of Nirav Modi, moves to revoke his passport

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

As many as 17 locations in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Jaipur and Surat were raided by the ED.

Kabul blasts may turn out to be a political windfall for the Taliban

Kabul blasts may turn out to be a political windfall for the Taliban

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

Afghanistan will remain a frontline state for Washington for a foreseeable future in terms of the potential threats to US national security from terrorist groups, asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar, who played a stellar role in beginning India's dealings in Afghanistan in 1994.

From Microsoft to Jackfruit 365!

From Microsoft to Jackfruit 365!

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

'I knew there was a huge business opportunity, but it was Dr Kalam who made me jump into it as an entrepreneur.'

The Indian tycoon who sparked talk of UAE aid

The Indian tycoon who sparked talk of UAE aid

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

For many, he is the Dhirubhai Ambani of Kerala. For others, he is the most influential Indian in West Asia. M A Yusuff is back in the spotlight after the controversy surrounding the UAE's reported offer of a Rs 7 billion aid package for flood-hit Kerala.

As clock ticks down on sanctions, oil-laden Iran tankers set to target India and Europe

As clock ticks down on sanctions, oil-laden Iran tankers set to target India and Europe

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

Tehran plans to lift exports by 500,000 barrels per day

Business reforms: Gujarat ranks behind West Bengal

Business reforms: Gujarat ranks behind West Bengal

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

While other states are becoming competitive, Gujarat, say experts is not paying enough attention to maintaining its own position in terms of business reforms.

ITC chairman Y C Deveshwar passes away

ITC chairman Y C Deveshwar passes away

Rediff.com11 May 2019

His vision drove ITC to pursue business models that today support over 6 million livelihoods, many amongst the weakest in society.

Why innovative firms face legal hassles in India

Why innovative firms face legal hassles in India

Rediff.com24 Oct 2014

More companies with unconventional business models to get into messy legal hassles in India.

'For every house built, three to five jobs are created'

'For every house built, three to five jobs are created'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

In an email interview with Ranju Sarkar, International Finance Corporation's South Asia director Mengistu Alemayehu explains why the firm is bullish on building affordable homes in India.

'India Calling' moment for Prem Watsa as his funds get aggressive

'India Calling' moment for Prem Watsa as his funds get aggressive

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Fairfax Financial Holdings made three investments in a month

Cyber security: SBI Gen Insurance eyes 30% jump in premium income

Cyber security: SBI Gen Insurance eyes 30% jump in premium income

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Firms in which IP is critical, such as pharma and research and knowledge-based organisations, were taking the lead in seeking cyber covers to protect their computer systems from hack attacks

Going cashless? Watch out for these risks

Going cashless? Watch out for these risks

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

Now that you have already downloaded mobile wallets and all set to go cashless/digital with your payments to the local grocer, cabbie, maid, etc, here's what you must watch out for, says Tripti Rai.

Mallya becomes first tycoon to be declared Fugitive Economic Offender

Mallya becomes first tycoon to be declared Fugitive Economic Offender

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

Confiscation of the tycoon's properties will start from February 5.

Chinese investors are suddenly in love with Indian startups

Chinese investors are suddenly in love with Indian startups

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Not just from the likes of Alibaba and Didi Chuxing, Indian startups saw a surge in Chinese funding from financial investors in 2019. This is a seven-fold jump from $459 million in 2016.

Bharat Biotech's Krishna Ella wins Covaxin fight

Bharat Biotech's Krishna Ella wins Covaxin fight

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

'He came back from the US only to work for his country.' 'He has invested his fortunes to build this company and is married to his work.' 'Rarely does one see such commitment.'

What's the logic behind tax evasion?

What's the logic behind tax evasion?

Rediff.com5 May 2016

It is strange that the wealthy evade taxes even though the marginal utility of the money saved amounts to little and tax rates in countries, including India, have dropped

Nita Ambani most powerful businesswoman in Asia

Nita Ambani most powerful businesswoman in Asia

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

The list acknowledges the 'inroads women are making in the business world'.

Expect worst drought in Asia, India may be hit

Expect worst drought in Asia, India may be hit

Rediff.com12 May 2015

Dozens of farmers have already committed suicide in India after damage from unseasonal rains this year.

India is proficient in making laws but lax in enforcing them

India is proficient in making laws but lax in enforcing them

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Concluding the three-part series, Paranjoy Guha Thakurta says that the black money law is likely to fail because of the ineptness of India's investigative and enforcement agencies.

IOC Should Not DIE!

IOC Should Not DIE!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

If IOC is not allowed to run its own affairs, then we can see it close down in the next 10 to 15 years, warns Sudhir Bisht.

Vijay Mallya's date with CBI clashes with F1 opener

Vijay Mallya's date with CBI clashes with F1 opener

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Vijay Mallya faces a sensitive diary clash this week as the season-opening Australian Formula One Grand Prix coincides with an appointment to appear before Indian investigators.

UPI: It's not only about transferring money

UPI: It's not only about transferring money

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

The interface allows you to add multiple banks and transfer money, even between payment wallets, for a fraction of existing costs

Be wary of fake I-T refund emails

Be wary of fake I-T refund emails

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Govt steps up security to check criminals seeking bank details of taxpayers

Don't judge China with a fossilised mindset

Don't judge China with a fossilised mindset

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

'There is no Buddha or Gandhi among countries, existing for the service of others; they all exist for the good of themselves.' 'For each country, its own interests should be paramount, and it is futile and churlish to expect China to be an exception to this rule,' says B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant and long-time China-watcher.

Gold imports touch $34bn in FY18, highest in 3 years

Gold imports touch $34bn in FY18, highest in 3 years

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Uncertainties like the bankruptcies bill, rising non-performing accounts at banks and political uncertainty are expected to drive gold demand higher in India.

Widespread cyber attack hits major European companies

Widespread cyber attack hits major European companies

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

Reports suggest that Russia's biggest oil company, Ukraine's international airport as well as global shipping firm AP Moller-Maersk have been impacted by the attack.

'Lockdown will lead to shutdown'

'Lockdown will lead to shutdown'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

'You cannot start an MSME again.' 'It is not like a Yes Bank that someone comes and saves the bank.' Once the shutter is down for an MSME, nobody will come to its rescue.'

Indo-US CEO Meet will raise mutual investment, trade: Adi Godrej

Indo-US CEO Meet will raise mutual investment, trade: Adi Godrej

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

'Some of the learning may be implemented in the Budget'

'The attack on Greenpeace means we are asking the right questions'

'The attack on Greenpeace means we are asking the right questions'

Rediff.com7 May 2015

'Democracy and dissent are being strangulated. It is not good for the country.'

'Economic package is like an onion'

'Economic package is like an onion'

Rediff.com22 May 2020

'You peel one layer, then another layer, then another, but in the end, you will see that there is no onion inside.' 'This package has been packaged well, but there is nothing much inside the package!'

Jio, FB set new benchmark for remote negotiations

Jio, FB set new benchmark for remote negotiations

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

For last two months, much of the discussion, a large part of due diligence, agreement negotiations, etc, have happened remotely.