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Supreme Court asks Centre: Why not cap margins on all medicines?

Supreme Court asks Centre: Why not cap margins on all medicines?

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court has questioned the Centre's decision to cap trade margins on anti-cancer drugs at 30 per cent, asking why similar restrictions could not be extended to other medicines and medical consumables, citing glaring disparities between procurement costs and maximum retail prices (MRPs).

Coal India denies NTPC supply crunch, cites exceeding commitments

Coal India denies NTPC supply crunch, cites exceeding commitments

Rediff.com2 days ago

Coal India Ltd (CIL) has refuted claims by NTPC Ltd regarding critically low coal stocks, stating it has met and exceeded its contractual supply commitments to the power producer. CIL reported supplying 97 million tonnes to NTPC and its joint ventures during April-September of FY27, a 5% increase year-on-year.

AI Courses Boost Salaries, Hiring Prospects

AI Courses Boost Salaries, Hiring Prospects

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Coursera found that nearly 94 per cent of employers of professionals who took micro-credential courses on the platform said these professionals could command higher salaries than their peers.

Nifty 50 Warning: Just 10 Stocks Above 200-DMA

Nifty 50 Warning: Just 10 Stocks Above 200-DMA

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The 200-DMA is a closely watched indicator of a stock's long-term trend and can serve as an early warning of trouble.

Mumbai Airport defers international flight shift to Navi Mumbai until March-end

Mumbai Airport defers international flight shift to Navi Mumbai until March-end

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL) has informed airlines that it will not shift any international flights from Mumbai airport to Navi Mumbai airport until the end of the winter season in March next year, following discussions with the Airline Operators Committee.

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

Rediff.com1 days ago

Wadhwani AI is working on a 'vulnerability mapping' project which determines the probability of a disease breaking out in a particular area during a particular season or time.

Auto Dealers Gear Up For Robust Oct As Festival Season Bookings Rise

Auto Dealers Gear Up For Robust Oct As Festival Season Bookings Rise

Rediff.com3 days ago

Automobile dealers in India are reporting healthy bookings ahead of Navratri and Dussehra, with the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (Fada) indicating strong confidence in a pickup in deliveries from mid-October, despite a high base from last year's GST-led surge.

Volvo Cars May Hike Prices Again Amid Rising Shipping Costs

Volvo Cars May Hike Prices Again Amid Rising Shipping Costs

Rediff.com2 days ago

Geopolitical disruptions have made shipping times unpredictable and raised costs for Volvo Car India, which may have to increase vehicle prices if the situation persists, its Managing Director Jyoti Malhotra said on Monday.

GST Bachat Utsav Gets Half Of Rs 54 Crore Ad Spend

GST Bachat Utsav Gets Half Of Rs 54 Crore Ad Spend

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Across all 10 schemes from FY24 to FY26, print media captured 58.8 per cent of the total ad spending, followed by electronic media at 19.5 per cent, digital media at 14.6 per cent, and outdoor media at 7.2 per cent.

Mercedes Benz could have sold more cars in India if only...

Mercedes Benz could have sold more cars in India if only...

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Mercedes-Benz India's Managing Director & CEO Santosh Iyer stated that demand continues to outstrip supply, particularly for the CLA electric vehicle, with over 1,000 orders and deliveries extending to March-April 2027. The company could have sold an additional 1,000 vehicles if supply had been adequate.

HSBC emerges as top international bank for Indian corporate fundraising

HSBC emerges as top international bank for Indian corporate fundraising

Rediff.com3 days ago

HSBC has emerged as the leading international bank in facilitating fundraising for Indian companies through bonds, syndicated loans, and IPOs during January-September 2026, according to Hitendra Dave, CEO of HSBC India.

Which Airlines Will Move Flights From Mumbai To Navi Mumbai?

Which Airlines Will Move Flights From Mumbai To Navi Mumbai?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

IndiGo will have 74 of its 224 weekly international departures affected while Air India will relocate 33 of its 100 departures.

Boeing 737 MAX Glitch Has No Impact: Akasa

Boeing 737 MAX Glitch Has No Impact: Akasa

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Our fleet remains absolutely safe

Why Have Major Trade Unions Been Excluded From Minimum Wage Panel?

Why Have Major Trade Unions Been Excluded From Minimum Wage Panel?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

'Major unions should be included. If this goes on, decision-making will become heavily one-sided and we will be forced to continue our strikes.'

'Airtel Will Remain An Institution Run By Professionals'

'Airtel Will Remain An Institution Run By Professionals'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'The Rs 35,000 crore of capex every year, I don't get to sign 35 paise out of this.'

Airlines Challenge Adani Over Mumbai T1 Redevelopment

Airlines Challenge Adani Over Mumbai T1 Redevelopment

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The Airline Operators Committee has questioned the basis for shifting 33 per cent of international services to Navi Mumbai International Airport.

Flying Economy Costs More Than Ever

Flying Economy Costs More Than Ever

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Economy passengers are paying more year-on-year while business travellers are paying less.

Top Pharma Firms Maintain Volume Growth Amid Market Shift to Chronic Therapies

Top Pharma Firms Maintain Volume Growth Amid Market Shift to Chronic Therapies

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

India's 10 largest pharmaceutical companies have consistently maintained positive average volume growth throughout 2026, while smaller rivals have experienced more erratic performance, driven by a market shift towards chronic and sub-chronic therapies.

Now, Google to share child abuse case details with govt

Now, Google to share child abuse case details with govt

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Search engine major Google will also start sharing details of child sexual abuse cases and repeat offenders with the cybercrime division of the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Longest Nifty Losing Streak Since Covid

Longest Nifty Losing Streak Since Covid

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

'India is collateral damage. There is no way that foreign investors are going to bring money in India despite our yields also going up.'

Why Tata Sons IPO May Get Lower Valuation

Why Tata Sons IPO May Get Lower Valuation

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Holding-company discounts and losses at key unlisted ventures could weigh on Tata Sons' IPO valuation, though its diversified portfolio may still command a premium.

'Monetary Policy Can Bring Inflation To The Target'

'Monetary Policy Can Bring Inflation To The Target'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

'In fact, when monetary policy has been deployed, it does not distinguish between types of shocks. It goes straight for the kill.'

'Your Emotional Quotient Is Your Investing Superpower'

'Your Emotional Quotient Is Your Investing Superpower'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

'The most effective investment approach is one that aligns with an investor's temperament, risk tolerance, and decision-making style.'

Citron Targets 75% Sales From Smaller Cities In 5 Years

Citron Targets 75% Sales From Smaller Cities In 5 Years

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Citron, a brand under Stellantis, anticipates that three-fourths of its sales in India will originate from Tier-II, Tier-III, and smaller cities within the next five years, a significant increase from its current 55 per cent, as it expands its retail network beyond major urban centres.

Tata Listing Battle Enters New Phase

Tata Listing Battle Enters New Phase

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Within days of the RBI's letter to Tata Sons that its CIC deregistration application had been rejected, the regulator filed a caveat in the Bombay High Court so that it could be heard before any order is passed on the matter in case there's a petition challenging its listing directive.

OpenAI, Anthropic Urge AI Slowdown; But Will It Happen?

OpenAI, Anthropic Urge AI Slowdown; But Will It Happen?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

'You cannot stop these models from getting better. There is competitive and business pressure and if the US stops then maybe China will go ahead.'

AI-led pricing pressure to drive consolidation among mid-tier IT firms

AI-led pricing pressure to drive consolidation among mid-tier IT firms

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

India's IT services industry is witnessing a surge in mergers and acquisitions, particularly among mid-cap companies, as AI-led pricing pressure and macroeconomic uncertainty compel firms to seek scale, capabilities, and broader market reach. This trend is exemplified by the recent merger of Happiest Minds Technologies and ITC Infotech, aiming to offer end-to-end solutions and compete for larger transformation programmes.

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Hyundai Motor India is set to outpace the broader passenger vehicle market, projecting an 8-10 per cent domestic sales growth in H2FY27, fueled by strategic launches of a new mid-size SUV and a dedicated electric vehicle, alongside increased production capacity.

EV manufacturers seek deadline extension for eDRIVE localisation norms

EV manufacturers seek deadline extension for eDRIVE localisation norms

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Electric commercial vehicle manufacturers in India are struggling to meet localisation requirements under the PM eDRIVE scheme, set to begin on Tuesday. The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam) has requested a seven-month extension until April 1, 2027, citing disruptions in the supply of rare earth magnets due to China's export restrictions and geopolitical tensions. The government is yet to decide on the request, which aims to prevent production disruptions and allow time for local supply chain development.

India must prioritise 'speed of doing business' for sustained growth: CII President

India must prioritise 'speed of doing business' for sustained growth: CII President

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

India needs to move beyond ease and cost of doing business and focus on the "speed of doing business" as the next leg of reforms to sustain economic growth and private investment, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) President R Mukundan said.

'We Will Ask Customers To Pay In Cash'

'We Will Ask Customers To Pay In Cash'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

'UPI has been free since Covid, so why is the government charging us now?'

6 IPOs Take Stage In Record Debut-Day Rush

6 IPOs Take Stage In Record Debut-Day Rush

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Six companies made their stock market debut on Thursday, setting a new record for the most mainboard listings on a single day since at least 1996.

Chandra Reappointment Sparks Legal Debate

Chandra Reappointment Sparks Legal Debate

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

'On a plain reading of Article 121, it can be said that the chairman's casting vote can be invoked in either of these cases.'

Maruti Suzuki Bets On Premium Hatchbacks With New Baleno

Maruti Suzuki Bets On Premium Hatchbacks With New Baleno

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Maruti Suzuki India is strategically investing in the premium hatchback segment, launching a refreshed Baleno with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to capture a significant share of the evolving Indian passenger vehicle market, even as SUVs continue their dominance.

Private Defence Firms Get DRDO Missile Tech Boost

Private Defence Firms Get DRDO Missile Tech Boost

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

The move is meant to enhance the operational capability of the armed forces, reduce import dependence and increase domestic value addition.

Why More Private Invits Are Shifting to Public Listings

Why More Private Invits Are Shifting to Public Listings

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

At least four to five privately placed infrastructure investment trusts (Invits) are expected to transition to public listings by the end of the 2026-27 financial year, significantly increasing the number of publicly traded Invits to 12-14, according to N S Venkatesh, CEO of the Bharat Invits Association (BIA).

'Tata Trusts Wants To Determine Destiny Of Group Companies'

'Tata Trusts Wants To Determine Destiny Of Group Companies'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

'Members of Indian family businesses have considered it their birthright to work there and responsibility to take care of it.'

Mahindra Thar OG: More Refined, More Capable, Unbeatable Value

Mahindra Thar OG: More Refined, More Capable, Unbeatable Value

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Mahindra has launched the Thar OG, an upgraded version of its popular SUV, built on a new M Glyde 4G platform with advanced features like Frequency Dependent Damping and Electric Power Steering, while retaining an accessible starting price of 10.32 Lakh.

Fuel-efficiency tool for trucks may be ready by Dec, launch likely in Feb

Fuel-efficiency tool for trucks may be ready by Dec, launch likely in Feb

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

India is set to launch Bharat Vecto, its first certification tool for assessing the fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions of medium and heavy commercial vehicles, by December, with a full launch targeted for the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in February 2027.

Lupin eyes $500 million from biosimilars, expands global footprint

Lupin eyes $500 million from biosimilars, expands global footprint

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Pharma major Lupin is significantly increasing its focus on biosimilars, aiming for a turnover of nearly $500 million from this segment over the next five years, driven by new product launches and expanded presence in key global markets like the US, Europe, and Japan.