News for 'ceo appointment'

Meet Unilever's Mr Dependable

Meet Unilever's Mr Dependable

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

As Unilever's COO, he is expected to take significant load off CEO Alan Jope, pushing growth across markets and driving go-to-market activities.

DHFL case: Auditor flags fake deals worth Rs 12,705 cr

DHFL case: Auditor flags fake deals worth Rs 12,705 cr

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

This pertains to certain irregularities in loan disbursements towards the development of two Slum Rehabilitation Authority projects undertaken by the company in the past.

PSG hire former captain Pochettino as new manager

PSG hire former captain Pochettino as new manager

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

Mauricio Pochettino, who played for PSG as a defender in the early 2000s and also captained the side, has been out of a job since being dismissed by Spurs in November 2019.

Study Abroad: Uncertainty over Vaccination

Study Abroad: Uncertainty over Vaccination

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

With the US education system operating independently from the government, universities are adopting varying strategies when it comes to Covid vaccination.

Sunil Mittal global industry body's vice chairman

Sunil Mittal global industry body's vice chairman

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

Mittal becomes the third business person from India in the history of ICC to be appointed on the ICC Executive Board.

Why IndiGo is headed for a stormy board meet on Friday

Why IndiGo is headed for a stormy board meet on Friday

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Rahul Bhatia and Rakesh Gangwal - the founders of IndiGo - will possibly face each other with deep mistrust, which the board chairman, M Damodaran, will attempt to defuse.

IL&FS to resolve debt of Rs 55,000 cr by March

IL&FS to resolve debt of Rs 55,000 cr by March

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

IL&FS group would resolve debt of Rs 55,000 crore by March 2022, the board of the crisis-hit company has stated in its affidavit filed before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT). While updating the progress of the resolution progress, the IL&FS board, led by Uday Kotak, said Rs 55,000 crore debt would be resolved through asset monetisation, restructuring and insolvency proceeding initiatives. Some of this has already been completed while the rest is at different stages of resolution, it said in a brief snapshot on the progress made in the ongoing resolution process till December 7, 2021, and suggested estimates of progress to be made by March 2022.

7-point instructions for BCCI office bearers

7-point instructions for BCCI office bearers

Rediff.com26 Mar 2017

The Committee of Administrators (COA) has issued a seven-point instruction for the three existing BCCI office bearers - vice president CK Khanna, joint secretary Amitabh Chaudhary and treasurer Aniruddh Chaudhry.

How Anjali Sud made it Big at Vimeo

How Anjali Sud made it Big at Vimeo

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

'A lot of young people, especially women, usually go on in their career path thinking to just put their head down and work hard, and the opportunities will come to them.' 'The only reason I became CEO of Vimeo was because I was pushing to create an opportunity to take the company into a different direction.'

Sikka towers over peers in salary stakes

Sikka towers over peers in salary stakes

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

In 2015-16, Sikka as CEO took home Rs 48.73 crore as salary (including, bonus and incentives), which is the highest among peers.

Terry named Aston Villa assistant manager

Terry named Aston Villa assistant manager

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

Smith, who developed a reputation for playing exciting, attacking football at Brentford, is a Villa fan and will replace Steve Bruce, who was sacked last week following the second tier side's dismal start to the season.

Can This Banker Get Srei Back To Business?

Can This Banker Get Srei Back To Business?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

A lot depends on how Srei shapes up under the new administrator and his team, which is critical for investors' interest.

Punit Goenka to continue as Zee MD as lenders prepare for share sale

Punit Goenka to continue as Zee MD as lenders prepare for share sale

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Goenka, who is the elder son of Essel group promoter and Zee chairman Subhash Chandra, has been MD of the media firm since January 1, 2010.

Shiv Nadar steps down, daughter Roshni is new chairperson of HCL Tech

Shiv Nadar steps down, daughter Roshni is new chairperson of HCL Tech

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Roshni, also a trained classical musician, came on the board of HCL Technologies in 2013 and was vice chairperson. Shiv Nadar would continue to be MD of the company with designation as chief strategy officer.

India to share CoWIN story with over 20 nations showing interest

India to share CoWIN story with over 20 nations showing interest

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

India will share the development story of Co-WIN, the digital platform that helped it launch and implement a nationwide COVID-19 vaccination programme, with more than 20 countries that have shown interest in adopting the portal to run their own inoculation drives.

Sundar Pichai joins Google parent company's board

Sundar Pichai joins Google parent company's board

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

"Sundar has been doing a great job as Google's CEO, driving strong growth, partnerships, and tremendous product innovation. I really enjoy working with him and I am excited that he is joining the Alphabet board," Larry Page, CEO of California-based US multinational conglomerate Alphabet, said in a statement on Monday.

Rajlaxmi new head of BCCI's Internal Complaints Committee

Rajlaxmi new head of BCCI's Internal Complaints Committee

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

Rajlaxmi Arora was appointed the head of Board of Control for Cricket in India's four-member Internal Committee, which deals with complaints of sexual harassment.

ICRA sacks Naresh Takkar as MD following probe

ICRA sacks Naresh Takkar as MD following probe

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

Without disclosing reasons, ICRA informed the stock exchanges on Thursday, 'The board, after due consideration and taking into account the best interests of the company and its various stakeholders, has decided to terminate the employment of Takkar with immediate effect.'

Honda unveils City e:HEV sedan; launch next month

Honda unveils City e:HEV sedan; launch next month

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Japanese auto major Honda Cars on Thursday unveiled its new offering for the Indian market -- City e:HEV sedan, marking its foray into the mainstream strong hybrid electric vehicle segment in the country. The company, which is present in India through a wholly-owned subsidiary, has commenced the bookings of the model and plans to introduce it in the market next month. As per the company, the model, an extension of its City model range, would feature self-charging two-motor strong hybrid system connected to a 1.5 litre petrol engine, entailing a peak power of 126 PS and fuel efficiency of 26.5 km per litre.

BOI drags Future Retail to insolvency tribunal NCLT

BOI drags Future Retail to insolvency tribunal NCLT

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

Public sector lender Bank of India has moved to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) seeking initiation of insolvency proceedings against Future Retail Ltd and a moratorium over the assets of the Kishore Biyani-led debt-ridden firm. Besides, Bank of India (BOI), the lead banker of a consortium of banks that lent money to Future Retail Ltd (FRL), also suggested the insolvency tribunal appoint Vijay Kumar V Iyer as the interim professional of the company. Meanwhile FRL, in a regulatory filing, said it has been served and received a copy of the petition and is in the "process of taking legal advice".

BCCI's agenda: From IPL to shortened domestic calendar

BCCI's agenda: From IPL to shortened domestic calendar

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Among the 11-point agenda, is a discussion on domestic cricket season, which is likely to be a curtailed one considering the rapidly rising COVID-19 case load in the country.

Commexes get a new set of rules on accountability

Commexes get a new set of rules on accountability

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

New FMC directives for MDs & CEOs; regulator also wants half the directors on commodity exchange boards to be independent.

2036 Olympics in Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi stadium?

2036 Olympics in Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi stadium?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

The Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA) on Wednesday invited proposals from consultants to conduct a 'gap analysis' to assess the existing infrastructure in the city and to state what more is needed to make it a potential venue for the Olympic Games.

Corruption threat in online games?

Corruption threat in online games?

Rediff.com4 May 2020

David Sharpe, who from mid-year will head Sport Integrity Australia, a new government agency merging anti-corruption and anti-doping bodies, said he was mindful of the potential threat organised crime posed to esports given its interest from betting markets.

BCCI vs COA: It's getting murkier

BCCI vs COA: It's getting murkier

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

BCCI acting secy extends GM Shetty's contract without CoA consent

Sensex rallies 748 points; RIL, HDFC Bank sparkle

Sensex rallies 748 points; RIL, HDFC Bank sparkle

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Maruti, Axis Bank, HDFC, ICICI Bank and Bajaj Finance also finished with gains. NSE Nifty rallied 203.65 points to 11,095.25.

Smith excited to be back at Rajasthan Royals

Smith excited to be back at Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

Australian captain Steve Smith is delighted to be back at Rajasthan Royals for the upcoming Indian Premier League.

PM to discuss India's position on Ukraine during Europe visit

PM to discuss India's position on Ukraine during Europe visit

Rediff.com1 May 2022

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a tour of three European nations, India on Sunday once again called for the cessation of hostilities in Ukraine and resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy, noting that was an appreciation of its position on the crisis by its partner countries.

Sanjiv Goenka, the man who removed Dhoni as IPL captain

Sanjiv Goenka, the man who removed Dhoni as IPL captain

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Kolkata-based Sanjiv Goenka is famously remembered as someone who dropped Mahendra Singh Dhoni as IPL captain.

ED arrests Mumbai's ex-police chief in NSE phone tapping case

ED arrests Mumbai's ex-police chief in NSE phone tapping case

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday arrested former Mumbai police commissioner Sanjay Pandey in connection with a money laundering case linked to the alleged illegal phone tapping of NSE employees, officials said.

Is Cricket Australia ready for a female boss?

Is Cricket Australia ready for a female boss?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Cricket Australia (CA) have appointed Nick Hockley as interim CEO to replace Kevin Roberts, who resigned this week after months of criticism over his leadership, but the board will conduct a global search for a permanent boss.

Soccer: Barca boss Xavi urges fans not to boo Dembele

Soccer: Barca boss Xavi urges fans not to boo Dembele

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Neuer sidelined for 'coming weeks' after knee surgery - Bayern

Angry Tendulkar says BCCI responsible for 'conflict' issue

Angry Tendulkar says BCCI responsible for 'conflict' issue

Rediff.com5 May 2019

Sachin Tendulkar has rejected BCCI's observation that his alleged Conflict of Interest falls under "tractable category", terming the parent body "responsible for the current situation".

More trouble brews for Zee's Subhash Chandra & family

More trouble brews for Zee's Subhash Chandra & family

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

Zee Entertainment last week witnessed shareholder activism that saw an open call for the ouster of promoters and the incumbent management led by Punit Goenka. Besides, Dish TV also faced a similar call earlier this month. The trouble at Zee Entertainment can be gauged from the fact that this is a unique company wherein the promoters own just 3.99 per cent, but fully control the firm.

NCLT told to give enough response time to Zee on Invesco plea

NCLT told to give enough response time to Zee on Invesco plea

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

As the feud continues between Zee and Invesco, appellate body NCLAT on Thursday directed the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) to give reasonable opportunity to the media major to reply to Invesco's plea for holding a meeting of shareholders, and also remarked that the tribunal made an "error" by not providing sufficient response time. With the order capping a day of fast legal developments at the NCLAT as well as the NCLT within a span of a little over an hour, the spat between Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) and minority shareholder Invesco will now come up for hearing before the NCLT on Friday. Invesco is seeking the ouster of ZEEL MD and CEO Punit Goenka and appointment of six new directors on its board.

Elon Musk confirms Tesla's India entry; 5 states vying for plant

Elon Musk confirms Tesla's India entry; 5 states vying for plant

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed the company's plans to enter the Indian market, within days of the electric vehicle maker registering its arm in the country.

M&M succession plan: Change of role for Anand Mahindra

M&M succession plan: Change of role for Anand Mahindra

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

Mahindra will serve as a mentor and sounding board for the managing director on issues to be presented to the board, especially in the areas of strategic planning, risk mitigation and external interface. In addition, he will be available to provide feedback and counsel to the managing director on key issues facing the enterprise.

Eddings falls as Australia chairman after losing support

Eddings falls as Australia chairman after losing support

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

A CA director for 13 years, Eddings replaced David Peever in 2018 as interim chairman after the former mining executive resigned following the release of a scathing cultural review into the Newlands ball-tampering scandal.

Langer inducted into Australian cricket Hall of Fame

Langer inducted into Australian cricket Hall of Fame

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Raelee Thompson too honoured

ITC chairman Deveshwar's tenure extended by 2 years

ITC chairman Deveshwar's tenure extended by 2 years

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Earlier, at the AGM of 2016, shareholders had approved his appointment for a period of three years with effect from February 5, 2017