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Force India had 2.2m pounds worth dues to be paid before July

Force India had 2.2m pounds worth dues to be paid before July

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

The report also revealed the parlous finances of the Vijay Mallya-owned team at the time they were taken into administration last July.

Income Tax dept to block PAN, LPG subsidy of defaulters

Income Tax dept to block PAN, LPG subsidy of defaulters

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

In order to cripple and check the activities of wilful tax defaulters, the Income Tax department has decided to "block" Permanent Account Number (PAN) of such entities, get their LPG subsidy cancelled and take measures to ensure that they are not sanctioned loans.

On Pak's request, UNSC allows Hafiz Saeed to withdraw money

On Pak's request, UNSC allows Hafiz Saeed to withdraw money

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

Pakistan in a letter to UN Security Council 1267 Committee has contended that Hafiz Saeed supports a family of four members, as a sole supporter, he is responsible for food, drink and clothes expenses for all family members.

RBI worried about dwindling bond supply

RBI worried about dwindling bond supply

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Non-banking financial companies, that used to comprise at least 70 per cent of the issuance in the corporate bond market, are witnessing a credit freeze as investors shun bond issued by lower-rated firms.

India to crack down on savings scams as Modi backs banking for all

India to crack down on savings scams as Modi backs banking for all

Rediff.com30 May 2016

India does not have a unified regulatory regime to counter Ponzi, or pyramid, schemes whose operators typically grab new deposits to meet their promise of guaranteed returns to existing savers, point out Manoj Kumar and Mayank Bhardwaj.

For directors in debarred cos, liability doesn't end

For directors in debarred cos, liability doesn't end

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

Under the Companies Act, all the rights of at least 300,000 disqualified directors cease to have any validity.

Dangers lurk, as India Inc chooses deleveraging over growth

Dangers lurk, as India Inc chooses deleveraging over growth

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

Total net debt-equity ratio improves for third consecutive year, while investment in new projects hits a 10-year low, says Krishna Kant.

Lok Sabha okays Bill to ban financing of weapons of mass destruction

Lok Sabha okays Bill to ban financing of weapons of mass destruction

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the passage of the amendment will strengthen India's national security and its global position.

BCCI misleading people on several key issues: Lodha panel

BCCI misleading people on several key issues: Lodha panel

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Taking strong exception to the Board of Control for Cricket in India 'misleading' everyone on key issues such as disbursement of large amount of funds to state associations, the Supreme Court-appointed Justice Rajendra Mal Lodha-panel on Tuesday said it is unfortunate that their directions have been 'misinterpreted'.

Out of 15 lakh companies, only 6 lakh file returns: Adhia

Out of 15 lakh companies, only 6 lakh file returns: Adhia

Rediff.com29 Apr 2017

Close to 9 lakh registered companies are not filing annual returns with the ministry of corporate affairs and are a potential source of money laundering, Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia said on Saturday.

I-T dept to slap fresh demand notices on Nokia

I-T dept to slap fresh demand notices on Nokia

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

In more trouble for Finnish mobile firm Nokia, whose immovable assets were attached in an alleged tax evasion case recently, the Income Tax department is set to issue fresh demand notices for payment of taxes to the tune of Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion).

No govt acted as promptly against frauds as Modi govt: Shah

No govt acted as promptly against frauds as Modi govt: Shah

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

The BJP chief said the ED and the CBI have taken prompt action in the Nirav Modi case.

Sahara can bring money from abroad only after RBI approval: SC

Sahara can bring money from abroad only after RBI approval: SC

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that the money likely to be arranged by Sahara Group from overseas to raise Rs 10,000 crore (Rs 100 billion) for the release of its jailed chief Subrato Roy would come into the country only after necessary clearances by RBI.

What Went Wrong at Axis Mutual Fund

What Went Wrong at Axis Mutual Fund

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Following the money and freezing anything unaccounted is the only way to set an example for others, suggests Debashis Basu.

Bilateral trade: No direct impact of Russia-Ukraine crisis on India

Bilateral trade: No direct impact of Russia-Ukraine crisis on India

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

There is no direct impact of the Russia-Ukraine crisis on India in terms of bilateral trade but a surge in oil prices poses considerable risk to the economy, an analyst report said on Friday. International oil prices which have surged past $100 per barrel "pose risks to external stability and currency movement," a Bank of Baroda Economics Research report said. Russia has launched military operations against Ukraine, stoking fears of significant disruption in the region, including loss of life. The West is ramping up financial sanctions against Russia and support for Ukraine.

WazirX controversy bares crypto's trade secrets in India

WazirX controversy bares crypto's trade secrets in India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

A few days back, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged the start-up community and public to deal in cryptocurrency with caution because everything that was floating around was not currency. In the first week of August, the country's top nine crypto exchange platforms were summoned by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) in Hyderabad. The exchanges were questioned for money laundering, especially over a number of Indian non-banking financial companies and their fintech partners for predatory lending practices in violation of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines and by using tele-callers who misuse personal data and use abusive language to extort high interest rates from the loan takers.

US body wants India named for violating religious rights, chief dissents

US body wants India named for violating religious rights, chief dissents

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

A US Congress-constituted quasi-judicial body on Wednesday asked the Joe Biden Administration to designate four nations, including India, as "countries of particular concern", alleging that religious freedom conditions there in 2020 continued their negative trajectory.

Lost Your Job? Don't Lose Hope

Lost Your Job? Don't Lose Hope

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

The best possible way to deal with job uncertainty is accepting the fact that it could happen to anyone and if it does, then it is important to work on a multi-pronged strategy on how to get through it in the best possible manner, advises Sumit Sabharwal.

SC likely to set up a body to look into 'serious issue' of freebies

SC likely to set up a body to look into 'serious issue' of freebies

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked stakeholders like the Centre, Niti Aayog, Finance Commission and the Reserve Bank of India, to brainstorm on the 'serious' issue of freebies announced during elections and put forth 'constructive suggestions' to tackle it, saying no political party will oppose such handouts or like to debate it in Parliament.

Cairn gets French court order to seize 20 Indian assets

Cairn gets French court order to seize 20 Indian assets

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Britain's Cairn Energy has secured a French court order to seize 20 Indian govt properties to recover arbitration award, it is learnt.

Sebi's latest directive on ELCs to benefit investors

Sebi's latest directive on ELCs to benefit investors

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

To safeguard investors of firms listed on non-operational bourses, market regulator Sebi on Monday allowed such companies to raise capital through preferential allotment route to meet listing requirements.

Many India Inc biggies in Sebi's list of 2000 defaulters

Many India Inc biggies in Sebi's list of 2000 defaulters

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

SBI Capital, Axis Capital, GMR Holdings, United Breweries, Alpic Finance (a Cipla group unit), Saradha Realty, United Bank of India and Trident India are among the prominent entities named in the list.

Credit Suisse under scanner

Credit Suisse under scanner

Rediff.com29 Dec 2007

Close on the heels of the alleged money laundering by farm owner Hasan Ali Khan through Switzerland-based bank UBS, Europe's biggest bank by assets, another Swiss bank, Credit Suisse, has come under scrutiny of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), which investigates foreign exchange violations.

IRF ban is an attack on Muslims and democracy: Zakir Naik

IRF ban is an attack on Muslims and democracy: Zakir Naik

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

In an open letter, Naik, 51, who is abroad, said he will pursue all legal options to get the ban repealed and that the judiciary will fail the Modi government in its 'plans'.

SC asks Sahara to pay investors

SC asks Sahara to pay investors

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

The Supreme Court on Friday asked Sahara and SEBI to formulate mechanism for securing payment of around Rs 19,000 crore (Rs 190 billion) of investors' money after the Subrata Roy-led group agreed to pledge it's immovable property as security but the market regulator questioned the sale deed and worth of the properties.

Mallya can be regarded as a 'fugitive from justice': UK high court

Mallya can be regarded as a 'fugitive from justice': UK high court

Rediff.com10 May 2018

The high court remained unconvinced by Mallya's claim that he has been a non-resident Indian since 1988 and has lived in England since 1992, a country where he has indefinite leave to remain

'Mubarak has moved his assets to the Gulf states'

'Mubarak has moved his assets to the Gulf states'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

Ousted Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has reportedly moved his family assets from European banks to institutions in Gulf region after Swiss authorities took steps to freeze his foreign accounts.According to channel, former president is believed to have transferred a fortune to friendly Arab states, including the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

India Inc braces for fallout of Russia-Ukraine crisis

India Inc braces for fallout of Russia-Ukraine crisis

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

Stocks of Indian companies with exposure to Europe fell on Tuesday amid concerns about the impact on their sales in case the Russia-Ukraine crisis worsens and the US and its allies impose economic sanctions on Russia. While top conglomerates, including Reliance Industries, the Tata group, and Aditya Birla Group, said they did not have any significant exposure to Russia, executives of some of the oil and gas, pharmaceutical, and tea companies said they were monitoring the situation closely as they earned substantial income from the region. Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday ordered troops into two breakaway regions of eastern Ukraine after announcing that Russia would recognise their independence.

Don't try to take us for ride: SC warns Sahara

Don't try to take us for ride: SC warns Sahara

Rediff.com12 Dec 2013

The Supreme Court on Wednesday pulled up Sahara group for issuing public advertisements accusing SEBI of being a "sarkari gunda" (government goon) for taking action against it for not refunding Rs 20,000 crore (Rs 200 billion) to investors.

Was Nirav Modi tipped off?

Was Nirav Modi tipped off?

Rediff.com7 May 2021

'One cannot avoid speculating whether there was something else at play that led to the uncovering of this saga.'

'Joshimath can't be saved. It's too late'

'Joshimath can't be saved. It's too late'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

'The entire public needs to be evacuated immediately. Any day, the entire town can collapse.'

Sahara approaches Tribunal with fresh appeal against Sebi

Sahara approaches Tribunal with fresh appeal against Sebi

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

The Tribunal adjourned till Monday this matter, which was listed for 'admission' this morning.

SC issues contempt notice to Sahara group's 2 firms

SC issues contempt notice to Sahara group's 2 firms

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

The apex court on August 31 last year directed the two Sahara group companies to refund the money to their investors within three months with 15 per cent interest per annum.

As Fatca comes closer, 5 million folios risk closure

As Fatca comes closer, 5 million folios risk closure

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

Fatca aims to track all US residents with non-US accounts and US citizens, too.

Crackdown on Jamaat-e-Islami: 3 arrested, a dozen assets sealed

Crackdown on Jamaat-e-Islami: 3 arrested, a dozen assets sealed

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

At least six bank accounts linked to the group have been identified and the banks concerned directed to immediately freeze them.

Chelsea future uncertain after sanctions against owner Abramovich

Chelsea future uncertain after sanctions against owner Abramovich

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

Britain said it had imposed asset freezes on Chelsea soccer club owner Roman Abramovich

RBI unveils reverse repo rate cut, other measures to cushion Covid-19 impact

RBI unveils reverse repo rate cut, other measures to cushion Covid-19 impact

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das on Friday said the central bank will ensure adequate liquidity in the system to ease the financial stress caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. The central bank reduced the reverse repo rate -- the rate at which banks park their fund with the central bank -- by 25 basis points to 3.75 per cent.

17 states, over 100 locations: ED launches massive crackdown on shell firms

17 states, over 100 locations: ED launches massive crackdown on shell firms

Rediff.com1 Apr 2017

The agency said it searched a Mumbai-based operator who was running 700 shell companies with 20 dummy directors and had "converted Rs 46.7 crore for Chaggan Bhujbal", the jailed ex-Maharashtra deputy chief minister.

Sebi slaps Rs 15 crore fine on Sharekhan

Sebi slaps Rs 15 crore fine on Sharekhan

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

Busting a major 'front running' case in the stock market, Sebi on Friday ordered impounding of unlawful gains worth nearly Rs 15 crore (Rs 150 million) from brokerage firm Sharekhan and 15 other entities.