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What A380's failure can teach the shipping industry

What A380's failure can teach the shipping industry

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

As a model of transport, the A380 strikes a parallel -- a shared fragility -- with giant container ships, observes Shyam G Menon.

FMCG companies take stock of operations post quake in Nepal

FMCG companies take stock of operations post quake in Nepal

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

FCMG companies which have plants i Npal may take a hit on revenues.

Olympic sponsor Toyota pulls out TV ads for Games

Olympic sponsor Toyota pulls out TV ads for Games

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Organisers warn participants against eating out over COVID-19 risks.

Packaged water continues to be expensive

Packaged water continues to be expensive

Rediff.com30 Mar 2009

Stating that the differential pricing above Rs 12 was "unfair trade practice," Justice J D Kapoor, Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, said: "The process of converting ordinary water into mineral water is the same (for all bottlers) and the quality or purity is also the same. It is immaterial whether mineral water is obtained directly from springs or any other source." Yet, packaged water firms continue to price their 1 litre bottles above this amount.

Chauhan seeks Rs 20 cr damages from Coke

Chauhan seeks Rs 20 cr damages from Coke

Rediff.com1 May 2008

"If Bisleri does not receive this compensation, we will take legal action against Coca-Cola for violating the contract and the Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights agreement," Chauhan, chairman and managing director of Bisleri, India's leader in packaged-drinking water and creator of the Maaza brand, told Business Standard.

Ex-CEOs join hands to set up novel firm

Ex-CEOs join hands to set up novel firm

Rediff.com3 Feb 2009

Four former Indian CEOs - three of them with telecom companies and one from soft drinks major Coca-Cola - have come together to start an angel partner firm, the Phi Group. Interestingly, the group has roped in two former bosses of global telecom companies for its international foray.

UAE beat Manila in humdinger to jump to second spot in IPTL

UAE beat Manila in humdinger to jump to second spot in IPTL

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

UAE Royals returned to winning ways by posting a thrilling 26-21 victory over Manila Mavericks on Day 2 of the Singapore leg of the International Premier Tennis League.

We have aggressive plans to invest in India: Coke

We have aggressive plans to invest in India: Coke

Rediff.com23 Dec 2008

Having bucked the slump, Coca-Cola India's growth continues to be robust. Atul Singh, CEO & president of the company, is betting big on the country's potential to emerge as its top five markets in the world.

FMCG majors take to mobile advertising

FMCG majors take to mobile advertising

Rediff.com9 May 2008

Cellphone advertising is witnessing the first few signs of how it has the potential to become big in the near future. Hindustan Unilever and Coca-Cola, two of the biggest advertisers in the country belonging to the fast moving consumer goods sector, have launched campaigns this month to tap mobile users.

Coke to invest Rs 700 crore

Coke to invest Rs 700 crore

Rediff.com4 Feb 2003

IPL promises to be bigger, better

IPL promises to be bigger, better

Rediff.com24 Mar 2019

Urvi Malvania looks at what is in store for the IPL's 2019 edition.

'Babur could be really brutal'

'Babur could be really brutal'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

'Physically, he was a strong man, but given to moments of emotional weakness.' 'He had to be put back on the right track by the women in his life.'

Coke, Pepsi get fizzical on data

Coke, Pepsi get fizzical on data

Rediff.com14 Feb 2003

Companies yet to see pick up in their e-commerce segment

Companies yet to see pick up in their e-commerce segment

Rediff.com19 Aug 2014

According to a 2013 CLSA report , online retail in India was worth $3.1 billion, or about 10% of the country's organised retail market

Coke plans to source orange pulp from India

Coke plans to source orange pulp from India

Rediff.com6 Jun 2007

Coca Cola India said on Wednesday it is exploring the option of sourcing orange pulp for its recently launched juice drink Minute Maid Pulpy Orange from India itself.

Coke pledges to conserve rivers; India missing

Coke pledges to conserve rivers; India missing

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

Coca-Cola pledged on Tuesday to conserve seven of the world's most critical river basins under a $20 million plan but skipped India, where it faces protests for allegedly depleting ground water.

Dabbawallas, Coke in alliance

Dabbawallas, Coke in alliance

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

Beverages major, Coca-Cola India, will use the might of Mumbai dabbawallas to lure customers to sample its orange juice drink, Minute Maid Pulpy Orange.

How F&B cos manage water resources

How F&B cos manage water resources

Rediff.com3 May 2007

"Every drop counts" - India's mantra for water conservation has multinationals banking on these three words to promote the culture of water management, especially those in the realm of food and beverages.

Coke initiates Glaceau takeover

Coke initiates Glaceau takeover

Rediff.com22 May 2007

Global soft drink giant Coca-Cola has made a pre-merger filing with the US anti-trust regulators regarding a possible acquisition of energy drink maker Glaceau, in which India's Tata Group holds a 30 per cent stake.

20 most valuable brands in the world

20 most valuable brands in the world

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Let's take a look at 20 most valuable brands in the world.

Coke says it has not shifted Kerala plant

Coke says it has not shifted Kerala plant

Rediff.com21 Mar 2007

Coca Cola said on Wednesday it had not shifted its bottling plant at Plachimada in Palakkad district but was only carrying out some restructuring of plant operations.

Fruit drinks: Pepsi, Coke in new turf war

Fruit drinks: Pepsi, Coke in new turf war

Rediff.com23 Oct 2007

Coca-Cola and Pepsi, which have triggered books and case studies on the cola war, are ready to battle each other on a new turf in India: fruit drinks. Pepsi is said to be ready with Tropicana Twister, an orange drink, to take on Coca-Cola's Minute Maid, which debuted in India in February and went national in May.

Coke launches new ad campaign

Coke launches new ad campaign

Rediff.com6 Mar 2007

Soft drink major Coca Cola said on Tuesday it will launch a new advertisement campaign from Wednesday as part of its marketing communication strategy for 2007.

Maruti: Largest sports advertiser in 2006

Maruti: Largest sports advertiser in 2006

Rediff.com7 Jun 2007

Maruti Udyog Ltd surpassed Coca-Cola, Pepsi and Hindustan Lever to emerge as the country's largest sports advertiser on television in 2006.

How FMCG companies are getting ready for GST roll-out

How FMCG companies are getting ready for GST roll-out

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

They are evaluating realignment of warehouses and supply chains, besides exploring locations to set up hubs and shutting down some distribution centres

Coke queries? Dial a toll-free number

Coke queries? Dial a toll-free number

Rediff.com17 Apr 2007

In a move to become more accessible to the consumers, Coca-Cola has launched a toll-free consumer feedback number in the country.

Diet Coke is 25 years old!

Diet Coke is 25 years old!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2007

1982: Diet Coke is introduced on July 29 in a gala celebration from the stage at Radio City Music Hall in New York. By 1983, Diet Coke becomes the #1 diet sparkling beverage in the United States.

Is Coke biting off more mango than it can chew?

Is Coke biting off more mango than it can chew?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

With Maaza, which already has the biggest share in mango beverages in the Indian market, Coke is betting on a winning horse, say experts.

Major sponsors call for FIFA's Blatter to resign

Major sponsors call for FIFA's Blatter to resign

Rediff.com3 Oct 2015

Major football sponsors on Friday issued coordinated calls for the immediate resignation of FIFA president Sepp Blatter in the most significant move by companies supporting the sport since a bribery and corruption scandal erupted at world football's governing body last May.

Karnataka files suit against Pepsi

Karnataka files suit against Pepsi

Rediff.com28 Aug 2006

The state government of Karnataka has filed a case against Pepsico India under the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954, owing to the presence of pesticides beyond the permissible level in Mirinda and Pepsi brands of soft drinks.

Tata Tea scrip up on Glaceau buzz

Tata Tea scrip up on Glaceau buzz

Rediff.com26 Apr 2007

Coke looking to buy US firm; may lead to Tatas selling their stake.

Fernandes demands coke plant closure

Fernandes demands coke plant closure

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

Pledging support to anti-Cola struggles, former Union Minister George Fernandes demanded the permanent closure of the Coca Cola plant at Plachimada in Kerala's Palakkad district.

Photos! World's smallest tea party

Photos! World's smallest tea party

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

These pics will bring back fond memories of your childhood.

Coke to invest $250 m in bottling biz

Coke to invest $250 m in bottling biz

Rediff.com8 Nov 2006

Coca Cola is pumping in about $250 million to consolidate its bottling operations in India.

Sports events, concerts in UAE canceled, postponed as coronavirus spreads

Sports events, concerts in UAE canceled, postponed as coronavirus spreads

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

There have been at least 1,641 cases of the virus in the Gulf region. Dubai has postponed its March boat show until November and Abu Dhabi postponed the ITU World Triathlon event this month, after earlier cancelling a cycling event in which two riders were diagnosed with the virus.

Why big advertisers still don't get a kick out of football

Why big advertisers still don't get a kick out of football

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Coca-Cola ran an interesting campaign in the run-up to the Football World Cup, which has just kicked off.

Soccer: Antonio sets record as West Ham thrash Leicester

Soccer: Antonio sets record as West Ham thrash Leicester

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Having headed into the match tied on 47 league goals with West Ham's former stalwart Paolo Di Canio, Antonio was delighted to have surpassed the Italian as he celebrated by lifting a cardboard cut-out of himself at the side of the pitch.

Kerala HC quashes ban on Coke, Pepsi

Kerala HC quashes ban on Coke, Pepsi

Rediff.com22 Sep 2006

The court upheld the contention of the two soft drink companies that the state government had no jurisdiction to impose a ban on manufacture and sale of their products.\n\n