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Tata Group stocks rise up to 10%

Tata Group stocks rise up to 10%

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Shares of Tata Group companies on Thursday rose up to 10 per cent, with Tata Chemicals and Tata Teleservices among the major gainers. Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata, who played a key role in transforming the group into a global conglomerate, passed away late on Wednesday. He was 86. "Investors can pay tribute to Ratan Tata and the great corporate empire he built by buying stocks like TCS, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Tata Consumer and Indian Hotels.

'I've lost my voice. I can't quite believe it'

'I've lost my voice. I can't quite believe it'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

According to the BCC, the prince has been a supporter of Aston Villa since his school days.

Indian athletes face crushing defeats on Day 2

Indian athletes face crushing defeats on Day 2

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Santhosh Kumar Tamilarnsan, Sarvesh Anil Kushare crash out in 400m hurdles and high jump

Anju disappoints with three foul jumps

Anju disappoints with three foul jumps

Rediff.com19 Aug 2008

Anju Bobby George broke a billion hearts on Tuesday when she failed to qualify for the final of the women's long jump at the Beijing Olympics after three consecutive foul jumps.

Indian Athletes clinch 2 Golds, set Asian Records at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Indian Athletes clinch 2 Golds, set Asian Records at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Indian long jumper Someswara Rao Ramudri and javelin thrower Mohit clinched gold medals in their individual events at the 2022 World Para Athletics Grand Prix

CAIT seeks action against quick commerce firms

CAIT seeks action against quick commerce firms

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) representing 70 million traders has written to Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, drawing his attention to the alleged violations of laws and regulations by quick commerce (qcom) companies.

Mumbai City, Chennaiyin in thrilling draw in 1,000th ISL match

Mumbai City, Chennaiyin in thrilling draw in 1,000th ISL match

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Mumbai City FC rode on left-back Nathan Rodrigues' strike to hold Chennaiyin FC 1-1 in a thrilling draw in the 1000th match of the Indian Super League.

When A PM Miraculously Escaped Air Crash

When A PM Miraculously Escaped Air Crash

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Wing Commander Raveendran and flight steward Sargeant Iyer, though shaken and injured, managed to open the rear door of the aircraft and shouted for Prime Minister Morarji Desai and the passengers in the forward cabin to exit in haste since they suspected that fire would engulf the aircraft.

Punit Goenka resigns as managing director of Zee; appointed CEO

Punit Goenka resigns as managing director of Zee; appointed CEO

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Punit Goenka has resigned as the managing director of Zee Entertainment and has been appointed as CEO to have his focus entirely on operational responsibilities assigned to him by the board of the company. The board has "accepted the resignation of Punit Goenka as managing director of the company and appointed him as CEO," said Zee Entertainment in a regulatory update.

17th LS took decisions for which generations waited for long: Modi

17th LS took decisions for which generations waited for long: Modi

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

As the adjournment of Parliament for an indefinite period with the Rajya Sabha also adjourning sine die kickstarts the final countdown for the general elections, Modi said the last five years were a period of "reform, perform and transform" with the country moving towards "big changes" at a fast pace.

'It Helped To Have Shah Rukh Around'

'It Helped To Have Shah Rukh Around'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

'He is one of the most down-to-earth and hardworking guys I know, and that's true of all superstars, including Bachchan sahab.'

Abha Khatua smashes national record in shot put

Abha Khatua smashes national record in shot put

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Khatua was the joint record holder of 18.06m with Manpreet Kaur before this event. But with her fifth round hurl of 18.41m at the Kalinga Stadium, she became the sole national record holder.

Want to keep Maratha quota fight alive, so...: Jarange

Want to keep Maratha quota fight alive, so...: Jarange

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

A decision on supporting candidates for the November 20 state polls will be taken in due course, he told a Marathi news channel in Jalna district.

When Will Air India Be Profitable?

When Will Air India Be Profitable?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'We don't give any guidance about profitability. We have internal targets but we don't discuss them publicly.'

Lakshya makes first-round exits at Denmark Open, Sindhu advances

Lakshya makes first-round exits at Denmark Open, Sindhu advances

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Lakshya Sen, Malvika Bansod make first-round exits at Denmark Open

Barca goalkeeper Ter Stegen undergoes surgery

Barca goalkeeper Ter Stegen undergoes surgery

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Guardiola optimistic of De Bruyne's quick return

PICS: Tejaswin wins CWG bronze in men's high jump

PICS: Tejaswin wins CWG bronze in men's high jump

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Tejaswin Shankar opened Indian athletics team's medal account with a bronze in the men's high jump event in the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Wednesday.

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 7, 2024

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 7, 2024

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

A summary of Indian athletes' showing at the Paralympics in Paris on Saturday.

'Aamir And I Are Still Very Close'

'Aamir And I Are Still Very Close'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'After being married for almost 18 years, and since there was never any rancour between us, we are still very close, as parents of Azad, as colleagues in the film work that we do, and as friends.'

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Images from the athletics action at Stade de France, Saint-Denis, Paris, on Friday.

Challenges mount for Indian athletes at Asian Championship

Challenges mount for Indian athletes at Asian Championship

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

Build-up hit by pull-outs and dope flunks, India still hopeful of good show in Asian Athletics Championships from Wednesday

The Legend That Was Pritish Nandy

The Legend That Was Pritish Nandy

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

He was colourful. He was dramatic. He was The Master of His Craft. There never will be an editor as versatile as Pritish Nandy, notes Nikhil Lakshman.

Women's T20 WC: SA rout Scotland; boost semis hopes

Women's T20 WC: SA rout Scotland; boost semis hopes

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

South Africa boosted their hopes of reaching the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals with a convincing 80-run victory over Scotland in Dubai.

'Don't get scared': What Neeraj told high jumper Kushare

'Don't get scared': What Neeraj told high jumper Kushare

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Sarvesh Kushare said Neeraj Chopra's advice has boosted his confidence as at one point in time this year, he was not even sure of making the Paris Games cut.

Will Singham Again Earn 300 Cr Plus?

Will Singham Again Earn 300 Cr Plus?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

With the Ramayana as the central element, the coming together of Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh and Tiger Shroff along with Kareena Kapoor and Deepika Padukone upped the superstar quotient further.

Why Neeraj Chopra isn't obsessed with 90m milestone

Why Neeraj Chopra isn't obsessed with 90m milestone

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

90m is not something I want badly: Neeraj Chopra

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

Bing Jiao dashes Sindhu's Olympics 'treble' hopes

Bing Jiao dashes Sindhu's Olympics 'treble' hopes

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

A third straight Olympics medal eluded P V Sindhu after a shock exit from the Paris Games following a straight-games defeat to China's world No. 6 He Bingjiao in the women's singles badminton pre-quarter-finals in Paris on Thursday.

RBI's inflation caution may halt FMCG rally

RBI's inflation caution may halt FMCG rally

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) caution on inflation, highlighted during the recent monetary policy meeting, may put investors' faith in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) stocks to test, analysts said. They, however, believe FMCG stocks may ride through this near-term investor anxiety as related companies are, typically, well-equipped to handle inflation due to their pricing power and steady demand for essential goods.

As long as America exists, ...: Blinken vows support to Israel

As long as America exists, ...: Blinken vows support to Israel

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

In a joint presser with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday, Blinken vowed his support to Tel Aviv and also lauded the bravery of Israeli citizens amid the ongoing conflict that has claimed the lives of over 1,300 Israelis.

India's long jumper Shaili leaps to silver at World U-20 C'ships

India's long jumper Shaili leaps to silver at World U-20 C'ships

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

The Jhansi-born athlete, who was raised by a single mother -- a tailor by profession -- currently trains at the academy of Anju Bobby George in Bengaluru. She is coached by Anju's husband Bobby George.

Asian Indoors: Indians smash their own national records

Asian Indoors: Indians smash their own national records

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

Jyothi Yarraji and Jeswin Aldrin win silver each in Asian Indoor Athletics Championships

Shot putter Karanveer fails dope test; out of Asian Championships

Shot putter Karanveer fails dope test; out of Asian Championships

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Shot putter Karanveer Singh will be pulled out of the Indian team for the Asian Athletics Championships in Bangkok starting next week.

Prajusha wins gold in triple jump, Kerala bags overall title

Prajusha wins gold in triple jump, Kerala bags overall title

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

M A Prajusha defended her title in triple jump on the concluding day as her state Kerala emerged overall winners in the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships in Hyderabad on Monday.

Youngster Shaili targets mentor Anju Bobby George's record!

Youngster Shaili targets mentor Anju Bobby George's record!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Shaili Singh, 19, jumped 6.76m -- the second longest distance by an Indian woman in April, behind Anju Bobby George's record mark of 6.83m, which has stood for 19 years.

'Driving Tests Are A Joke'

'Driving Tests Are A Joke'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

'In the case of a road accident, prevention is the only answer.' 'There's no cure to death or disability when the accident happens, and when it's due to reckless or negligent driving, it's worse because it's avoidable.'

1st ODI: Cummins captures thriller as Australia edge Pakistan

1st ODI: Cummins captures thriller as Australia edge Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

In a nail-biting finish at the MCG, Australia clinched a thrilling two-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first ODI on Monday night.

EPL PIX: Liverpool demolish Spurs; United shocked

EPL PIX: Liverpool demolish Spurs; United shocked

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday night.

'Overconfidence' hurt BJP's expectations in LS polls: Yogi

'Overconfidence' hurt BJP's expectations in LS polls: Yogi

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

The opposition, which had earlier accepted defeat, is again jumping around today, the UP CM said.

Tax edge adds shine to gold ETFs

Tax edge adds shine to gold ETFs

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Inflows into gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which manage a total of Rs 37,390 crore, have surged sharply in recent months. This trend is likely to continue, especially after the reintroduction of long-term capital gains tax (LTCG), which is likely to attract smart money into mutual fund offerings amid a robust outlook for the yellow metal. Smart money, also known as opportunistic flows, refers to strategic investments that are generally of a short-term horizon.