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'GenAI is going to be the tip of the arrow for HCLTech'

'GenAI is going to be the tip of the arrow for HCLTech'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

'It will drive a lot of surrounding business, that is where we see some good projects coming in.'

BSE, CDSL, KFin Tech: Rally in exchange-related stocks may halt, say analysts

BSE, CDSL, KFin Tech: Rally in exchange-related stocks may halt, say analysts

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Swift gains on Dalal Street this year have also led to a sharp surge in shares of equity market intermediaries like depositories, exchanges, and registrar and transfer Agents (RTAs). The stock prices of BSE, CDSL, CAMS, and KFin Technologies are up 24-283 per cent so far in 2023 when compared to a 9 per cent rise in the benchmark Nifty index. With the market buoyancy expected to keep up the pace, analysts believe these stocks are a good long-term bet despite the sharp rally, which can trigger an intermittent correction.

Hybrid Vehicles May Race Ahead

Hybrid Vehicles May Race Ahead

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

Hybrids have helped Maruti acquire leadership in SUVs, a segment that was never its forte. Toyota has also risen with the hybrid tide to clock its highest-ever annual sales in 2023.

EPL Extras: Liverpool's Sturridge charged by FA for betting

EPL Extras: Liverpool's Sturridge charged by FA for betting

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

FA rules prohibit players and coaches from betting on any football activity or providing non-public information to any other person that is then used for betting.

Cricket betting worth crores: Pasricha

Cricket betting worth crores: Pasricha

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

"In his conversation with bookie Mukesh Kochar, we found Samuels talking about general things like order of the batsmen and arrangement of fielders," Pasricha said.

French League investigates 15 players for betting offences

French League investigates 15 players for betting offences

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Fifteen professional players are being investigating by the French Football League (LFP) for breaking anti-betting regulations, the LFP said on Wednesday.

AIF returns trailed market gains in Dec

AIF returns trailed market gains in Dec

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) with a lock-in period performed better than the ones that allow investors to withdraw capital at any time. Close-ended schemes had a median return of 5.62 per cent in December, according to data from industry tracker PMSBazaar. The median returns for open-ended schemes were 3.91 per cent

IBM bets big on India, to open more software development centres

IBM bets big on India, to open more software development centres

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

US tech giant IBM is betting big on the India growth story and plans to open more software development centres in the country as it looks to partner with the government in its digitisation journey, its chairman and CEO Arvind Krishna said on Friday. On a visit to India, Krishna met Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State for IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar to discuss deeper collaboration including skilling and workforce development. The firm that originally designed the technology and system behind ATMs, barcodes and the US social security net, is greatly enthused with the speed at which the Indian government is willing to make decisions and where it is moving, he told a select media briefing.

The Lamborghini theory of India's consumption patterns

The Lamborghini theory of India's consumption patterns

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Lamborghini has sold 10,112 cars worldwide -- so India's 100 is certainly a big deal for them. But how big a deal is it for us to peg our consumption theories around, asks Rama Bijapurkar.

Belgian FA starts inquiry into player bets on own matches

Belgian FA starts inquiry into player bets on own matches

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Belgium's soccer federation has started an inquiry into allegations that several players in the country's top league bet on their own matches.

'From my house, I can see the bombs'

'From my house, I can see the bombs'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'The war has been on for four weeks; the bombings are still on. I can hear it in my house.'

Equity markets likely to extend gains on BJP's Assembly poll wins

Equity markets likely to extend gains on BJP's Assembly poll wins

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

The domestic equity markets are expected to extend gains following the strong showing of the Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state elections - a crucial precursor to the general elections in May. The BJP decisively secured victories in three of the four key states - Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh. While the battles in these three states were closely contested, the scale of the BJP's triumph has surprised many, heightening expectations for regime continuity in 2024 - a positive catalyst for the markets.

Behind the BJP's star show in Chhattisgarh: Almost 14% surge in votes

Behind the BJP's star show in Chhattisgarh: Almost 14% surge in votes

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

A string of populist promises, including extension of the free ration scheme announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Mahadev betting app issue and the Hindutva card are among key factors that have catapulted the Bharatiya Janata Party to power in Chhattisgarh after five years.

Volkswagen's Virtus bets big on the sedan segment

Volkswagen's Virtus bets big on the sedan segment

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

The Virtus is indeed designed to look, act and behave like a well-built European sedan that swims in the segment between the compact sedan VW Vento and the larger Passat, says Pavan Lall.

Time to Avoid Risky Bets in Soaring Markets

Time to Avoid Risky Bets in Soaring Markets

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Instead of getting swayed by market gyrations, investors must stay invested for the long term, advises Sarbajeet K Sen.

ED searches premises of Chhattisgarh CM's political advisor, 2 OSDs

ED searches premises of Chhattisgarh CM's political advisor, 2 OSDs

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

The exact case in connection with which the searches were being conducted was not yet known.

Rahul Dravid in favour of legalising betting

Rahul Dravid in favour of legalising betting

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

Former India cricket captain Rahul Dravid favoured legalising betting in the country.

19 arrested in IPL betting raids

19 arrested in IPL betting raids

Rediff.com23 May 2013

In a crackdown on cricket betting following the IPL spot-fixing scandal, police arrested 19 more people, including some bookies, in West Bengal, Maharashtra and Rajasthan. The arrests were made between Wednesday night and Thursday in connection with four separate cases.

Raza claims innocence in betting sting

Raza claims innocence in betting sting

Rediff.com17 May 2011

Former Pakistan off-spinner Akram Raza has protested his innocence after being arrested during a raid on a bookmakers den.

Smaller electric two-wheeler players unlikely to raise prices in 2024

Smaller electric two-wheeler players unlikely to raise prices in 2024

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Smaller players manufacturing electric two-wheelers (E2Ws) are unlikely to raise prices of their models initially in 2024 in order to ensure volumes do not drop. The prices of E2Ws range from Rs 90,000 to Rs 1 lakh, the players being Lohia Auto, Godawari Electric, Emobi, etc. As India's E2W sector gears up to go past one million in 2024, manufacturers are likely to maintain price stability, underpinned by strategic independence from subsidies under Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric (and Hybrid) Vehicles II (FAME II), localisation efforts, sustainability initiatives, and a focus on affordability.

Hyundai is betting big on compact diesel cars

Hyundai is betting big on compact diesel cars

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

The entire range of Hyundai's diesel cars - from compact ones to SUV models, including the soon-to-be-launched Aura - will be eco-friendly.

90% Retail Investors Lose Money

90% Retail Investors Lose Money

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Only the top 5 per cent profit makers account for 75 per cent of profits.

Your Guide To Picking The Best Running Shoe

Your Guide To Picking The Best Running Shoe

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

THE RIGHT CLiQ YOUR GUIDE TO PICKING THE BEST RUNNING SHOE Discover the perfect pair for you, based on your comfort, pronation or preferred terrain

Australian betting on football club suspended

Australian betting on football club suspended

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

Bookmakers suspended betting on an Australian Rules club on Friday due to doping claims, as police warned of significant match-fixing risks due to large Asian betting pools, citing A$40 million in wagers on one local soccer match.

V-Day: What Designers Suggest For Yami, Mira And You

V-Day: What Designers Suggest For Yami, Mira And You

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Understated or elegant, flirty or playful -- whatever your style, these designers have a tip for you.

Maxwell reveals his favourite World Cup moments!

Maxwell reveals his favourite World Cup moments!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

For the upcoming World Cup in India, Maxwel bets on Mitchell Marsh to stand out for the Aussies.

Aussie female cricketer BANNED for betting on men's match

Aussie female cricketer BANNED for betting on men's match

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Australia has banned women's cricketer Piepa Cleary for six months, with another 18 months suspended, for placing bets on a men's test match between Australia and New Zealand in November.

Betting a part of business: Taylor

Betting a part of business: Taylor

Rediff.com6 Sep 2010

Former Australian captain Mark Taylor has defended the practice of advertising fluctuations in the betting market during Channel Nine broadcasts as "business".

England Tests: Who Should Replace Virat Kohli?

England Tests: Who Should Replace Virat Kohli?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane along with the uncapped duo of Rajat Patidar and Sarfaraz Khan are in the running for a place in the Indian Test team.

Soccer: Man City fined 120,000 pounds by FA

Soccer: Man City fined 120,000 pounds by FA

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Eriksen sends message of support to Lockyer following cardiac arrest

I-League players approached to fix matches

I-League players approached to fix matches

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

In 2018, the AIFF officially said that it was investigating match-fixing approaches made to players from the Minerva Punjab Football Club during the I-League.

Wipro set to cut hundreds of jobs

Wipro set to cut hundreds of jobs

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

After startups and Big Tech, the layoff season may have begun at the $245 billion Indian information-technology (IT) industry. Bengaluru-based IT major Wipro is looking to cut hundreds of jobs, targeting mid-level employees working onsite as the company looks to improve margins, according to a media report, citing two sources. The company has said it is aligning its business and talent to the changing market environment.

NBFCs, IT sector biggest draw for equity mutual funds in July

NBFCs, IT sector biggest draw for equity mutual funds in July

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

The information and technology (IT) sector, which has been going through a rough patch lately, was among the top draws for equity mutual funds (MFs) in July. MF schemes together invested a net of Rs 1,800 crores in IT stocks last month after pulling out around Rs 700 crore from the sector in June, according to a report by ICICI Securities.

Warne lost a bet to Ganguly and here's what happened next...

Warne lost a bet to Ganguly and here's what happened next...

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

The former Aus leg-spinner then went on to place a bet with Ganguly, asking him to buy him dinner and wear the Australian jersey if the Aussies would win the June 10 ICC Champions Trophy match against England and he in turn would wear the England jersey if the Poms won.

Bulls on rampage! Sensex, Nifty hit record highs

Bulls on rampage! Sensex, Nifty hit record highs

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Among major Sensex movers, ITC rose the most by 1.70 per cent, Wipro by 1.43 per cent, Tech Mahindra by 1.36 per cent and Nestle India by 1.27 per cent. Other gainers included HCL Tech, Asian Paints and Reliance. On the other hand, ICICI Bank, NTPC, UltraTech Cement and Tata Steel traded with a loss of up to 0.82 per cent.

Rooney's dad cleared over betting claims

Rooney's dad cleared over betting claims

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

The father of Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney has been cleared of involvement in an alleged betting scam, media reports said on Monday.

ECB instructs Archer to sit out 2024 IPL; focus on T20 WC

ECB instructs Archer to sit out 2024 IPL; focus on T20 WC

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Archer was released by the franchise last week. His name doesn't figure in the list of players who have registered for the IPL auction, set to be held on December 19 in Dubai.

Irish athlete questioned over betting claims

Irish athlete questioned over betting claims

Rediff.com28 Jul 2012

Ireland's Olympic Council is investigating an allegation that one of its competitors at the London Games previously bet on an opponent to win an event in which they were both competing, a spokesman said on Saturday.

FIFA to examine betting

FIFA to examine betting

Rediff.com14 Feb 2005

Betting in football will be at the top of the agenda at next month's meeting of FIFA's executive committee.

Three arrested in IPL betting rackets

Three arrested in IPL betting rackets

Rediff.com18 May 2012

Delhi Police claimed to have smashed two betting rackets during Indian Premier League match between Chennai Super Kings and Kings XI Punjab with the arrest of three persons and recovery of cash and other articles.