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''Made Good Money? Take Your Capital Out'

''Made Good Money? Take Your Capital Out'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'Forget your loss or profit in your portfolio.' 'Look at how much cash you have in hand.' 'If you don't have cash in hand, liquidate at least partially; get into about 20 per cent in cash.'

SC allows Kejriwal to file substantial appeal against HC order

SC allows Kejriwal to file substantial appeal against HC order

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that the trial court judge was in a "hurry" and did not afford a reasonable opportunity to the prosecutor to oppose Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's bail in a money laundering case linked to the alleged excise scam.

Unlisted Shares Market Is Buzzing

Unlisted Shares Market Is Buzzing

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The dealers operating in the space have jumped nearly three times over the past two years.

Brush with competition could hurt paint maker Kansai Nerolac's margins

Brush with competition could hurt paint maker Kansai Nerolac's margins

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Kansai Nerolac Paints has seen its market capitalisation (mcap) erode by over 5 per cent since May 3 after posting a subpar performance in the fourth quarter of 2023-24. Weighed down by stiff competition, the company has shed Rs 1,172 crore over the past two weeks in mcap. India's largest paint maker in terms of mcap, expects double-digit growth in the industrial segment and aims to maintain margins, but its performance in decorative paints could suffer amid competition.

China Threat Leads India Japan To Boost Defence Ties

China Threat Leads India Japan To Boost Defence Ties

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

The compulsion behind India and Japan to deepen security cooperation is in response to China's growing political and economic clout and its assertive behaviour in disputed areas. This has been the key driver for bringing both India and Japan closer in the domain of security cooperation, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

EV makers lukewarm to new subsidy scheme

EV makers lukewarm to new subsidy scheme

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Manufacturers of electric vehicles (EVs) have been lukewarm to the ad hoc subsidy scheme announced by the Centre for them. Sector majors have not been enthused by the lower level of incentives in the scheme, which has replaced the flagship Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric (and Hybrid) Vehicles-II. Moreover, increased stringency in claiming subsidies and delays in disbursement have been cited by several original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Cameron Green 'thrilled to don RCB colours' in IPL 2024

Cameron Green 'thrilled to don RCB colours' in IPL 2024

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Expressing his excitement, Green conveyed a warm message to RCB fans

ED officials question Hemant Soren amid high security

ED officials question Hemant Soren amid high security

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Meanwhile, JMM supporters were seen protesting at the nearby Morabadi Ground and in some other places in protest against the ED action against Soren.

SC bids adieu to 'Mr Dependable' Justice A S Bopanna

SC bids adieu to 'Mr Dependable' Justice A S Bopanna

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Quoting Greek philosopher Socrates, Justice Bopanna emphasised that there are four qualities that are expected of a judge -- to hear courteously, to consider soberly, to answer wisely and to decide impartially.

Startups call for swift measures to ensure robust safety

Startups call for swift measures to ensure robust safety

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

The blast at The Rameshwaram Caf has caused distress and concern among the startup and information technology (IT) community, raising questions related to safety and security. Approximately 10 people were reportedly injured in a low-intensity bomb blast at The Rameshwaram Caf, a popular restaurant in Bengaluru's Brookfield. The surrounding area is a major hub for the Indian technology (tech) industry, housing many startups and top IT companies such as IBM, SAP, Accenture, International Tech Park Bangalore, and Prestige Technostar.

Siddaramaiah Goes Backfoot On Local Quota Bill

Siddaramaiah Goes Backfoot On Local Quota Bill

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Sources within the Congress, including those who have been members of the teams that drafted its 2019 and 2024 Lok Sabha poll manifestos, said the Karnataka government decision lacked any empirical basis.

'Frazer-McGurk hit the ball really well; credit to him'

'Frazer-McGurk hit the ball really well; credit to him'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Lucknow Super Giants skipper K L Rahul was all praise for young Delhi Capitals batter Jake Frazer-McGurk, saying the Australian batter took his team by surprise.

Classic Legends charts revival plan; to focus more on Asean markets

Classic Legends charts revival plan; to focus more on Asean markets

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Classic Legends, the owner of the Jawa and Yezdi brands, is embarking on a revival plan - from nearly doubling its dealership count in India, introducing more models, to focusing on exports to Asean markets. It recently introduced the Jawa 350 motorcycle to take on Royal Enfield. The company plans to add more models this year.

Gains in tech firm ABB India may sustain on strong margin outlook

Gains in tech firm ABB India may sustain on strong margin outlook

Rediff.com21 May 2024

ABB India's March quarter results (Q1CY24) were led by strong margin performance. Revenue was, however, largely in line with estimates at Rs 3,080 crore (up 28 per cent Y-o-Y and up 12 per cent Q-o-Q). The growth was across electrification (30 per cent Y-o-Y), process automation (73 per cent Y-o-Y) and robotics & motion (8 per cent Y-o-Y).

Kirsten expects his Pakistan team to learn from errors

Kirsten expects his Pakistan team to learn from errors

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

'As a batting unit, you can't lose as many wickets as we are losing. Players have got to take responsibility when that opportunity comes.'

LTIMindtree misses revenue, profit estimates

LTIMindtree misses revenue, profit estimates

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

IT services major LTIMindtree reported a net profit of Rs 1,100 crore for the fourth quarter of financial year 2023-24 (FY24), down 1.2 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) from Rs 1,141 crore in the same quarter last financial year. Revenue grew 2.3 per cent Y-o-Y for the fourth quarter to Rs 8,892.9 crore. Sequentially, revenue was down 1.4 per cent.

Can the 'new' HDFC Bank reclaim its old glory?

Can the 'new' HDFC Bank reclaim its old glory?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

For over a decade, HDFC Bank consistently outperformed industry growth rates in both deposits and advances, maintaining impeccable asset quality. Amid a landscape where other banks struggled with soaring non-performing assets (NPAs), HDFC Bank thrived, eventually surpassing ICICI Bank to become the largest private sector lender in India. Its net interest margin (NIM) remained stable in the range of 4.1-4.4 per cent.

How HUL plans to serve the customers of tomorrow

How HUL plans to serve the customers of tomorrow

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Hindustan Unilever (HUL)'s decision to split its beauty and personal care division and place a renewed focus on digital has been driven by its aim to serve the consumer of tomorrow, say analysts and brand experts. HUL managing director and chief executive officer Rohit Jawa is looking to make the company 'future ready', and while these bets are not for the short-term, they will eventually pay off as the Indian consumer is young and digital friendly, they add. "Rohit Jawa comes with digital experience and he is preparing to steer HUL into serving the future consumer who is more digital friendly," said Sachin Bobade, vice-president at brokerage firm Dolat Capital.

Express Towers sale talks hit valuation wall

Express Towers sale talks hit valuation wall

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

While private equity giant Blackstone and Pune-based realtor Panchshil Realty had offered Rs 800 crore for the building at Nariman Point, the building's owners -- Viveck Goenka, chairman and managing director of the Indian Express Group, and private equity firm ICICI Venture (which has 49 per cent stake in the property) -- expected the sale to fetch Rs 900 crore, said the executive.

Higher output, reasonable valuations positive for ONGC

Higher output, reasonable valuations positive for ONGC

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Upstream majors ONGC and Oil India (OIL) results for the January-March quarter (Q4) of FY24 suggest better production in future. But OIL missed its own production targets although it delivered higher volumes and it disappointed the market in terms of Ebitda. ONGC reported standalone Ebitda of Rs 17,400 crore (up 7 per cent year-on-year or Y-o-Y) in Q4FY24, slightly below estimates due to other higher expenses.

Is India Still A Democracy?

Is India Still A Democracy?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Today in 2024, the BJP jails its opponents during an election and still believes, or at least wants us to believe, that it is only following the rules of democracy, asserts Aakar Patel.

What Is The Age Limit For Doing MBA At An IIM?

What Is The Age Limit For Doing MBA At An IIM?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

There are students with 10+ years of work experience who have done two-year full time MBA, says rediffGURU Patrick Dsouza.

Starc reveals Australia's blueprint for Ahmedabad pitch

Starc reveals Australia's blueprint for Ahmedabad pitch

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Starc shared insights into Australia's anticipation of a dry and slow pitch.

India's first loco-less train named Vande Bharat Express

India's first loco-less train named Vande Bharat Express

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to flag off the train soon, which will ply between Delhi and his Lok Sabha constituency.

Sports Ministry takes tough stance, suspends new WFI

Sports Ministry takes tough stance, suspends new WFI

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

Ministry declared that the WFI had demonstrated a clear disregard for established rules and regulations.

Gatiman Express: India's fastest train hits the track

Gatiman Express: India's fastest train hits the track

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

The launch of this train heralds a new era of high speed rail travel in India.

'Elections May Sway Markets Temporarily'

'Elections May Sway Markets Temporarily'

Rediff.com17 May 2024

'The long-term impact of elections is minimal.'

India to lease out space in strategic oil storage

India to lease out space in strategic oil storage

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

After dropping a Rs 5,000 crore plan to fill parts of strategic oil storages, the government will lease out space in the underground rock caverns to domestic and international firms to store oil, a top executive said on Tuesday. India Strategic Petroleum Reserve Ltd has built underground storages at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh and Mangalore and Padur in Karnataka to store 5.33 million tonnes of oil that can be used in any emergency situation like supply disruption or war. UAE's Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) has already hired half of the 2.5 million tonnes storage capacity at Padur and 1.5 million tonnes facility at Mangalore.

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Police have detained the father of a 17-year-old boy allegedly involved in a car accident that killed two persons in Maharashtra's Pune city, an official said on Tuesday.

BJP's Complete Distrust Of Federalism

BJP's Complete Distrust Of Federalism

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

What is to be done to resist the twin thrusts of the BJP's ideology, majoritarian and a strong centripetal instinct against federalism? asks Aakar Patel.

New orders point to further gains for Hindustan Aeronautics stock

New orders point to further gains for Hindustan Aeronautics stock

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) is one of the largest beneficiaries of the defence indigenisation programme. The aerospace Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) has just received a new tender for 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A, and it is already servicing an earlier order for 83 LCA aircraft. The new order is worth around Rs 65,000 crore with a 65 per cent indigenisation component, whereas the earlier order (February 21) was worth Rs 45,700 crore with 55 per cent indigenisation.

Neighbourhood First At Modi's Swearing-In

Neighbourhood First At Modi's Swearing-In

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Engagement with neighbours is a strategic imperative, and not an option, asserts Rup Narayan Das.

Denied HC relief on arrest, Kejriwal to move SC

Denied HC relief on arrest, Kejriwal to move SC

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Failing to get any reprieve from the Delhi high court, the Aam Aadmi Party on Tuesday said Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will move the Supreme Court soon against his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate and maintained the excise policy case was the 'biggest political conspiracy of the country' to finish the party.

Actor Vijay launches party, to quit films for politics

Actor Vijay launches party, to quit films for politics

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Top Tamil actor Vijay on Friday announced the launch of his political party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam, and said he will contest the 2026 assembly polls in the state.

TCS likely to offer 7-8% salary hike to offsite staffers

TCS likely to offer 7-8% salary hike to offsite staffers

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India's largest IT services firm, is planning to increase salaries by an average of 7-8 per cent for its offsite employees and 2-4 per cent for its onsite staffers in 2024-25. High performers can expect a raise of 12-15 per cent. The company, which had a headcount of 603,305 as of December 31, 2023, will be closely looking at the promotions and the process may also get pushed to the first quarter of FY25, revealed a source on condition of anonymity, because he is not authorised to speak to the media.

Why foreign brokerages remain bullish on Paytm stock

Why foreign brokerages remain bullish on Paytm stock

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Shares of One97 Communications (OCL), which provides financial services under the brand 'Paytm', and has a banking arm Paytm Payments Bank (PPBL), hit the 5 per cent upper circuit at Rs 428.10 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in Monday's (February 26) intraday trade. The up move in the stock on Monday came after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) asked the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), in post stock market hours, to look into the possibility of migrating PPBL customers, using the UPI handle '@paytm', to four-to-five other banks.

Vande Bharat Express: Love at first sight

Vande Bharat Express: Love at first sight

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

The train has a lot to offer to its passengers: Silent run, fully-sealed gangway connecting two coaches, GPS-based passenger information system, modular bio-vacuum and disabled-friendly toilets, intelligent air conditioning that adjusts cooling according to the climate and closed-circuit television for safety.

Wistron fires executive over violence at Karnataka unit

Wistron fires executive over violence at Karnataka unit

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

A week after violence broke out at its Narasapura facility in Karnataka, contract manufacturer Wistron on Saturday said it has fired its vice-president who was heading India operations even as iPhone maker Apple placed the Taiwanese firm on probation. Wistron, which assembles the latest version of the iPhone SE at the violence-hit plant, admitted that there were faults in its wage payment processes. A section of workers at Wistron Corporation's facility in Narasapura Industrial Area in Kolar district near Bengaluru went on rampage last week over non-payment of their wages.

Tata Motors: Positives fully priced in, analysts still upgrading the stock

Tata Motors: Positives fully priced in, analysts still upgrading the stock

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

There is no impediment to normal operations as Tata Motors puts in place the demerger process of its commercial and passenger vehicles businesses. Instead, the demerger would provide greater manoeuvrability for both new entities to operate independently, according to Tata Motors management. While there may not be immediate value unlocking, it will give investors clarity about future growth and the financials across different segments.

Elections, festivities, and pollution weigh on India's cement demand

Elections, festivities, and pollution weigh on India's cement demand

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

India's cement demand has consistently shown double-digit growth over the past few quarters, primarily driven by infrastructure spending. However, dealers and industry executives note that state elections, festival season, and, in some markets, weddings and pollution may temporarily disrupt this demand story. While the festival season typically sees a slowdown in construction activity, some dealers anticipate this lull extending throughout the entire month as multiple states enter election mode.