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'Living Standards For Indians Will Rise Steeply'

'Living Standards For Indians Will Rise Steeply'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

'It took us 75 years to reach a per capita income of $2,730.' 'According to IMF projections, it will take only five years to add another $2,000.'

TaMo makes upgrade to EV easier through used car marketplace

TaMo makes upgrade to EV easier through used car marketplace

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

The company has the largest car park in EVs in India, estimated to be around 170,000 units. As a pilot, it has already started work with used online car marketplace Spinny.

'Lot Of Interest In GenAI And The Art Of Possible'

'Lot Of Interest In GenAI And The Art Of Possible'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

'GenAI programmes may not be large in terms of value, but have triggered a lot of new opportunities among clients.'

Google Cloud's ambitious India plans

Google Cloud's ambitious India plans

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

India is among the fastest-growing markets for Google in the cloud services segment, a senior executive has said, adding that the tech giant is looking to partner companies in their business transformation through its offerings. Google Cloud India is seeing an "increased adoption" of its offerings across segments from the public sector to small and medium businesses and from startups and digital-native companies, Google Cloud India vice president and country managing director Bikram Singh Bedi told PTI.

EPL: City's nightmare continues; Liverpool extend lead

EPL: City's nightmare continues; Liverpool extend lead

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee bagged two goals apiece as Manchester United thumped Everton 4-0 on Sunday in new manager Ruben Amorim's first Premier League match at Old Trafford.

Wayanad landslides linked to warming of Arabian Sea: Scientist

Wayanad landslides linked to warming of Arabian Sea: Scientist

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

He said scientists have noticed a trend of very deep cloud systems developing over the southeast Arabian Sea, and added that sometimes, these systems intrude into the land, like in 2019.

Smart Tips To Spend Your Diwali Bonus

Smart Tips To Spend Your Diwali Bonus

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

If you lack an emergency fund or it is depleted, use part of your bonus to build or replenish it.

Does Team India have a succession plan in place?

Does Team India have a succession plan in place?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

So, what are the options that India can look forward to?

Where Would India Be Without Dr Singh?

Where Would India Be Without Dr Singh?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

What stood out in his 15-year journey as a member of the political executive at the Centre was his glowing record as India's most successful and effective finance minister. Both as prime minister and finance minister, he understood the importance of gradualism, except when the economy or the polity was in a crisis.

'Lyon Is The Best Finger Spinner Ever'

'Lyon Is The Best Finger Spinner Ever'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

'He's got a pretty good record against Indian batsmen (123 wickets in 28 Tests versus India).' 'In India too he has a great record (56 wickets in 11 Tests in India), that is a pretty good record against a country that traditionally plays spin very well.'

Olympiad gold-medallist Vantika's next big move!

Olympiad gold-medallist Vantika's next big move!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Vantika Agrawal, 21, is aiming to become a Grandmaster, which could happen as early as next year.

Trying to restore trust: Army chief on India-China LAC pact

Trying to restore trust: Army chief on India-China LAC pact

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

India will look at disengagement and de-escalation of the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh after restoration of the status quo of April 2020, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said on Tuesday, a day after New Delhi announced striking an agreement with Beijing to end the over four-year border row in the region.

What You Should Know About Arthritis

What You Should Know About Arthritis

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Treatment for arthritis is mainly focused on symptom management and slowing the progression of the disease, says Dr Vishal Shinde.

Ground offensive on Lebanon imminent: Israel warns Hezbollah

Ground offensive on Lebanon imminent: Israel warns Hezbollah

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Halevi's remarks came after Hezbollah fired a missile at central Israel on early Wednesday and Israel responded with airstrikes, which have killed 569 people and wounded 1,835 others, Al Jazeera reported.

Treasury gains help ICICI Bank post 10% rise in Q1 profit

Treasury gains help ICICI Bank post 10% rise in Q1 profit

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Treasury gains helped ICICI Bank post a nearly 10 per cent increase in the consolidated net profit for the April-June quarter at Rs 11,696 crore on Saturday. Growth in the core income slowed for the country's second largest private sector lender, but the treasury operations helped it report a 14.62 per cent rise in its post-tax profit at Rs 11,059 crore on a standalone basis. The core net interest income (NII) growth came at a multi quarter low of 7.3 per cent to Rs 19,553 crore for the reporting quarter.

Asian Champions hockey: India trounce China

Asian Champions hockey: India trounce China

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

The Indian men's hockey team dished out a dominant performance to launch its title defence with a commanding 3-0 win over hosts China in the Asian Champions Trophy in Hulunbuir, China on Sunday.

Sensex breaches 81K, Nifty scales 24,800 peak

Sensex breaches 81K, Nifty scales 24,800 peak

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Bajaj Finserv, Infosys, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tech Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever, State Bank of India and HCL Technologies were the biggest gainers. On the contrary, Asian Paints, JSW Steel, NTPC and Adani Ports were among the laggards.

Brief gunfight in Kishtwar, search ops underway

Brief gunfight in Kishtwar, search ops underway

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

An encounter took place between security forces and terrorists in a remote forest in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar early on Sunday, officials said.

PIX: Manchester City lose to Juventus; Arsenal, Barcelona win

PIX: Manchester City lose to Juventus; Arsenal, Barcelona win

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Manchester City have one just victory from their last 10 games across all competitions.

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Government was watching Gandhiji's mood to know if he had cooled down. They found out from his letters and utterances that he was the same old firebrand and even more determined than before.

High Time India Resists Real Estate Mania

High Time India Resists Real Estate Mania

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Once we break free of the idea that land is scarce, real estate is just a pile of bricks, steel, and glass. Any price surge will kick off a supply response, which kills off the possibility of sustained price appreciation, points out Ajay Shah.

Q1FY24 results: Revenue growth of early birds at a 10-quarter low

Q1FY24 results: Revenue growth of early birds at a 10-quarter low

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Q1FY24 earnings season has started on a dismal note for corporate India. The early-bird companies' revenue growth has been at a 10-quarter low, while the combined earnings of non-BFSI (banking, financial services, and insurance) companies seem to have hit the ceiling. The numbers suggest corporate India is entirely dependent on BFSI companies and the IT services sector to drive growth in revenue and profit while other sectors are showing signs of stagnation.

PCB to use new floodlights in ICC Champions Trophy

PCB to use new floodlights in ICC Champions Trophy

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board will use new floodlights at stadiums in Karachi and Lahore for the Champions Trophy early next year.

A wake-up call for Indian cricket?

A wake-up call for Indian cricket?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Save Jasprit Bumrah, whose injury-prone body and exceptional skills demand workload management, questions are now being raised as to why the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja opted out of Duleep Trophy.

'Kajol's A Real Foodie Who Loves Sweets'

'Kajol's A Real Foodie Who Loves Sweets'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

'Durga Puja is also a time to catch up on the gossip and when the girls of the family get together it's a beautiful feeling that is hard to describe.'

Monetary Policy's Strong Message To NBFCs

Monetary Policy's Strong Message To NBFCs

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

The RBI is fully aware that the high-cost loans and high indebtedness of the borrowers could pose financial stability risks, if not addressed by these NBFCs. Governor Shaktikanta Das has issued a stern warning, saying the RBI is closely monitoring these areas and will not hesitate to take appropriate action, if necessary, if the culprits don't opt for self-correction. Watch out for some action, soon, notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Investing in IPOs: What First-Time Investors Must Know

Investing in IPOs: What First-Time Investors Must Know

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Are you a first-time IPO investor? Even if IPOs appear attractive with expectations of high returns, they come with risks and complexities, cautions Sheetal Jhaveri and shares her checklist to help you navigate through the world of IPOs

World Boxing chief's clarion call to save Olympic dream

World Boxing chief's clarion call to save Olympic dream

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The Asian Boxing Confederation last month decided to stay with the IBA.

Samvat 2081: Will Gold, Silver Sparkle?

Samvat 2081: Will Gold, Silver Sparkle?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

'Higher interest rates make gold less attractive as it doesn't generate yield.' 'However, with rates set to fall, the tables are turning for gold.'

Ratan Tata, Dreamer And Ideas Executor

Ratan Tata, Dreamer And Ideas Executor

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

There were certainly qualities adhering to the Tata Group, which emanated from the persona of Ratan Tata. Most notable of these would be the low profile he maintained, which sharply contrasted the in-your-face celebrity status, celebration of wealth and pursuit of importance many of liberalised India's rich, love, notes Shyam G Menon.

The truth about Gambhir's relationship with India's star players

The truth about Gambhir's relationship with India's star players

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Gambhir, who took over from Rahul Dravid after the T20 World Cup, has shared the Indian dressing room with the likes of Kohli, Rohit and Ashwin in the not-so-distant past.

Heavy rains continue to lash Guj, 7 killed; 15K relocated

Heavy rains continue to lash Guj, 7 killed; 15K relocated

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

While rain intensity reduced on Tuesday compared to a day ago, affecting mainly districts in the Saurashtra region, administration carried out rescue and relief operations on a large scale, shifting thousands of people to shelters.

Reliance, BP partnership to continue despite end of exclusivity

Reliance, BP partnership to continue despite end of exclusivity

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Global supermajor BP Plc's exclusivity with Reliance Industries Ltd has ended but the energy giant will continue to pursue oil and gas as well as mobility ventures in India with the Mukesh Ambani firm owing to an unwritten strategic partnership, BP's outgoing India head Sashi Mukundan said. BP in 2011 spent $7.2 billion to acquire 30 per cent interest in 23 oil and gas blocks of Reliance. Eastern offshore KG-D6 block was the cornerstone of the deal that also provided for a 10-year exclusivity period which meant that BP would take up energy projects or investments in India only in partnership with Reliance.

'Embrace AI. Embrace Digital'

'Embrace AI. Embrace Digital'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'These are the two core skill sets that are required for any job, in any profession.'

Should You Invest In SM Reits?

Should You Invest In SM Reits?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

'Investors with a long-term investment horizon and the risk appetite for fluctuations in property values may find SM Reits a viable option.'

Bucking the trend: Indian startups regain lost funding ground, says report

Bucking the trend: Indian startups regain lost funding ground, says report

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Finally, some good news for the Indian startup ecosystem. After four consecutive half-year periods of declining funding since 2022, the first half (H1) of 2024 has shown an upward trend compared to the second half (H2) of 2023. According to the India Tech Semi-Annual Funding Report H1 2024 by Tracxn, Indian technology (tech) startups raised $4.1 billion in H1 2024, marking a 4 per cent increase from $3.96 billion in H2 2023.

Heartbreak for Manu, misses Olympics hat-trick

Heartbreak for Manu, misses Olympics hat-trick

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Manu Bhaker narrowly missed out on the bronze medal as she finished fourth in the women's 25m pistol event, at the Paris Olympics on Saturday.

June rainfall 11% below-normal, highest deficit in 5 years: IMD

June rainfall 11% below-normal, highest deficit in 5 years: IMD

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

June rainfall accounts for 15 percent of the total precipitation of 87 cm recorded during the four-month monsoon season in the country.

PIX: India collapse on Day 4; NZ need 107 to win

PIX: India collapse on Day 4; NZ need 107 to win

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

IMAGES from Day 4 of the first Test played between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru, on Saturday.

Champions League PIX: Inter down Arsenal; Barca win

Champions League PIX: Inter down Arsenal; Barca win

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

IMAGES from the Champions League matches played on Wednesday.