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Tata, Birla target mid-size PE deals

Tata, Birla target mid-size PE deals

Rediff.com14 Jan 2009

While the Tatas are looking for PE deals of about $50 million or less, the A V Birla Group is eyeing deals worth not more than $25 million. Tata Capital is banking on its ability to source deals by exploiting the existing Tata ecosystem of suppliers and customers. The Birla group, which has committed 40 per cent of the $250-million corpus it planned to raise for its PE fund, is looking to leverage its strength to source and evaluate deals.

Nomura strategist: I expect India to outperform Asian markets in 2017

Nomura strategist: I expect India to outperform Asian markets in 2017

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Asia to stay flat in 2017. India is better-placed given its low export dependence and it should outperform Asian peers this year says Mixo Das, India strategist for financial major Nomura

Kenyan steward denies F1 conspiracy

Kenyan steward denies F1 conspiracy

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

Kenyan Surinder Thathi, one of the three stewards at the Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday where British driver Lewis Hamilton was stripped of victory, said on Tuesday there was no conspiracy against the McLaren team. "There was no conspiracy against anybody, McLaren included. We acted professionally and within the FIA rules. Hamilton took a short cut inside of the corner while off the track," Thathi said.

Toyota launches Land Cruiser in India

Toyota launches Land Cruiser in India

Rediff.com10 Jun 2009

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd on Tuesday launched its premium sports utility vehicle, the Toyota Land Cruiser in Mumbai.

4 Next-Level T-Shirt Styles For Men That Will Make You Go WOW!

4 Next-Level T-Shirt Styles For Men That Will Make You Go WOW!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2015

Not only women, but 21st century men too are a lot into their styling and the latest fashion trends.Take a look at some of the cool and stylish tshirt for men to wear this summer.

Idea-Spice deal comes under DoT scanner

Idea-Spice deal comes under DoT scanner

Rediff.com21 Jul 2008

The department of telecommunications has raised questions about the merger between Idea Cellular and Spice Telecom violating key clauses on intra-circle merger and mobile licence conditions.

Living Gulabi Talkies

Living Gulabi Talkies

Rediff.com17 Sep 2008

Umashri, who made her debut in Pattanakke Bandha Pathniyaru (directed by A V Sheshagiri Rao) and winner of numerous prestigious awards, talks about her experience of working with Girish Kasaravalli, and the award that has given her international recognition.

INS Vikramaditya to get teeth, will be fitted with Barak missiles

INS Vikramaditya to get teeth, will be fitted with Barak missiles

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

The aircraft carrier does not have any self-defence weapons on board.

The Dravidian braveheart rests at last...

The Dravidian braveheart rests at last...

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

In Muthuvel Karunanidhi's passing, Tamil Nadu has lost the last of its Titans.

And the political troops go marching in

And the political troops go marching in

Rediff.com21 Jul 2008

As the war for New Delhi heads to a nuclear climax, the warriors are trooping into the capital, to join shoulders for the fight. A V Bellarmin is waiting for his chariot -- correction, the Kanyakumari Express -- to roll into Nagercoil station. But you cannot make out that he is a warrior heading out to the front line.

Telekom Malaysia heads Spice stake sale talks

Telekom Malaysia heads Spice stake sale talks

Rediff.com6 Jun 2008

A team of Telekom Malaysia officials will meet US-based billionaire B K Modi and officials of Idea Cellular in Mumbai on Friday, a top official at Spice Communications said. Another option is to permit Telekom Malaysia raise its stake in Spice Communications to 74 per cent. Even though, Idea Cellular will have no role to play in this deal, the Modi family will sell around 14 per cent stake and retain a 26 per cent stake.

Meet the 12 hottest vegetarian women

Meet the 12 hottest vegetarian women

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

They swear by vegetarianism to not only save our environment and animals, but also to maintain their lithe, sculpted figure.

Sheena Bora Trial: The Mother Who'd Never Been A Mother

Sheena Bora Trial: The Mother Who'd Never Been A Mother

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

One couldn't help feeling a certain melancholy viewing these now vagrant documents and photographs that would never be rightfully cherished. The pictures spoke to you. They offered slices of extinguished lives. They breathed sadness too, for what could have been and will never be. The sweet promises that Life made and insolently, arrogantly never kept.

'Party won't take action against Somnath'

'Party won't take action against Somnath'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2008

'If you feel that a group of our party members wanted to see Jyoti Basu as prime minister in 1996 and they are now going to go against Karat because we lost the trust vote, you are wrong. Again if you feel that there is a split in the party because we said the Speaker should quit, you are wrong,' says A V Bellarmin, Marxist MP from Tamil Nadu.

What SRK's Billo Barber is all about

What SRK's Billo Barber is all about

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

We have all heard about Shah Rukh Khan's new film, Billo Barber, to be directed by Priyadarshan. The director dips into the pool of Malayalam cinema for inspiration once again. This time, he picks last year's hit, Kadha Parayumbol, starring Sreenivasan and Mammootty.

The brave beard brothers!

The brave beard brothers!

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Here's a community that stays united in its desire for facial hair in Bengaluru.

Tata's 'Idea' of arbitration frivolous: Birlas

Tata's 'Idea' of arbitration frivolous: Birlas

Rediff.com22 Aug 2007

Tatas agreed to a joint venture, competed with it, later walked out and are now filing 'frivolous' petitions against it, Birlas told Supreme Court in reply to Tata Industries' plea for arbitration on mobile firm Idea Cellular.

Audi R8: Intelligent sprinter

Audi R8: Intelligent sprinter

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The new Audi R8 V10 is a super-fast car that is also intelligent

Audi R8 V10 plus - Performance redefined!

Audi R8 V10 plus - Performance redefined!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

This revamped model is faster, lighter, and meaner than its predecessor

India truly has lost its very own superhero

India truly has lost its very own superhero

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Shambhavi, who was invited by President A P J Abdul Kalam to Rashtrapati Bhavan as a 13 year old, remembers the meeting with awe and pays tribute to the man who inspired her.

HC asks Ambani brothers to renegotiate gas pact

HC asks Ambani brothers to renegotiate gas pact

Rediff.com15 Oct 2007

The Bombay High Court on Monday asked Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries and Anil Ambani group firm Reliance Natural Resources Ltd to renegotiate within four months, a Gas Supply Master Agreement (GSMA) between them saying it has to be a "bankable" pact.

NDTV may offload 26% stake to NBC

NDTV may offload 26% stake to NBC

Rediff.com24 Jul 2007

NDTV is understood to be in talks with US entertainment major NBC universal for selling 26 per cent stake in its upcoming entertainment business.

Can the Railways sustain the turnaround?

Can the Railways sustain the turnaround?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2007

With traffic growth slowing despite the economy doing well, and the minister saying he won't hike passenger fares, things don't look as good.

'Govt to implement report on promotions'

'Govt to implement report on promotions'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2007

Seeking to downplay a rift between the army on the one side and navy and Indian Air Force on the other over share in new posts as per the Singh report, Antony said an amicable solution would be arrived at soon.

Few investment options at a time when gold outlook appears bleak

Few investment options at a time when gold outlook appears bleak

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Risk-averse investors can hold up to 10 per cent of their portfolio in gold, while aggressive ones can keep five per cent.

Will we see the end of big hitters?

Will we see the end of big hitters?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2017

How will cricket change with the new rule on big bats?

Long-duration bond funds benefit most from RBI rate cut

Long-duration bond funds benefit most from RBI rate cut

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

But this might not be the best time to enter these, as probability of further reductions in near future is low

Rajan 2.0: What's on the table

Rajan 2.0: What's on the table

Rediff.com26 May 2016

In a recent article, Rajan has ridiculed critics of the exchange rate policy.

Check out the Volvo SUV, Sedan!

Check out the Volvo SUV, Sedan!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2007

For India, the S80 comes with three engine options a 2400cc turbocharged five-cylinder diesel, a 3200cc inline-6 petrol and the monstrous 4400cc petrol V8. The XC90 will have the same engine options as well.

Audi S5 is a blend of usability and performance

Audi S5 is a blend of usability and performance

Rediff.com18 May 2016

It truly is something you can take to work every day and hit the track on the weekend.

Three new umpires for home ODIs

Three new umpires for home ODIs

Rediff.com8 Sep 2006

Amish M Saheba, Suresh Shastri and GA Pratap Kumar are the three new faces in the panel.

HC expresses resentment about Nadeem's absence

HC expresses resentment about Nadeem's absence

Rediff.com12 Feb 2007

However, Justice Desai made it clear that what she said was merely a prima facie observation and not an order. "We are not on merit of his application," the judge clarified.

Court orders Dawood's sister's arrest by May 16

Court orders Dawood's sister's arrest by May 16

Rediff.com7 May 2007

Complainant Vinod Avlani had alleged that co-accused Shukla brothers were paid Rs one crore and failed to return Rs 30 lakh out of the amount after the deal went sour.

Heavy downpour pounds Hyderabad; 7 killed in rain-related incidents

Heavy downpour pounds Hyderabad; 7 killed in rain-related incidents

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Heavy rains on Wednesday morning caused water-logging in many areas and massive traffic jams in Hyderabad, leading to people stuck on the roads.

Brexit: Rupee may escape currency bloodbath with minor injuries

Brexit: Rupee may escape currency bloodbath with minor injuries

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Rupee is seen to remain in the range of 67.50-68.80 in the short-term

5th ODI called off due to wet outfield

5th ODI called off due to wet outfield

Rediff.com9 Apr 2006

Heavy overnight rain and poor ground conditions forced the fifth One-Day International between England and India to be abandoned without a ball being bowled.

Kumar Birla, Premji on RBI board

Kumar Birla, Premji on RBI board

Rediff.com29 Jun 2006

Make marriage registration compulsory: SC

Make marriage registration compulsory: SC

Rediff.com14 Feb 2006

The Supreme Court Tuesday directed the Centre and the state governments to make registration of marriage compulsory within three months.

149 university libraries are digitalised

149 university libraries are digitalised

Rediff.com6 Feb 2006

The libraries' digitalisation has been done under UGC Infonet programme.