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Why Videocon is applying for a banking licence

Why Videocon is applying for a banking licence

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

We are serious about setting up a bank and use the parent branding that is a household name in India, says Venugopal Dhoot.

Engaged with Indian govt on tax dispute: Cairn

Engaged with Indian govt on tax dispute: Cairn

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

The company faces a potential tax demand.

Markets end flat after Fed-led rally loses steam

Markets end flat after Fed-led rally loses steam

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

Pharma shares extended losses after the government's ban on combination drugs.

Sensex, Nifty crack 1% as global markets slip into red

Sensex, Nifty crack 1% as global markets slip into red

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Banks stocks continued to trade weak along with FMCG major ITC.

Assam: OIL incurs Rs 200 cr loss due to bandhs, blockades

Assam: OIL incurs Rs 200 cr loss due to bandhs, blockades

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

There were about 290 bandhs, blockades called by numerous organisations during fiscal 2012-13.

Northern white rhinos to Lakshadweep: 10 things to see before they disappear forever

Northern white rhinos to Lakshadweep: 10 things to see before they disappear forever

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

These natural wonders are all under threat.

Markets surge on monsoon, rate-cut hopes; Sensex soars 363 points

Markets surge on monsoon, rate-cut hopes; Sensex soars 363 points

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Markets ended in green on rate cut hope.

Rate-cut hopes drive markets higher; bluechips gain

Rate-cut hopes drive markets higher; bluechips gain

Rediff.com15 May 2015

Benchmark indices finished higher on hopes of economic reforms

Rising oil prices may leave Rs 14k-cr gap in fuel subsidy

Rising oil prices may leave Rs 14k-cr gap in fuel subsidy

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Government's fuel subsidy estimate was based on crude oil at $70.

Sensex ends 200 points lower; Tata Steel among main losers

Sensex ends 200 points lower; Tata Steel among main losers

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

The main losers on the Sensex were Tata Steel, Hero Moto, BHEL, ONGC & Maruti Suzuki.

Sensex gains on Fed rally; posts best week since mid-June

Sensex gains on Fed rally; posts best week since mid-June

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

Sensex, Nifty put up a good show in closing trade.

Sensex ends above 29,000 led by FMCG shares; HUL up 3%

Sensex ends above 29,000 led by FMCG shares; HUL up 3%

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

The 30-share Sensex ended higher by 30 points.

Budget likely to target Rs 70,000 cr from stake sales

Budget likely to target Rs 70,000 cr from stake sales

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

Arun Jaitley will aim for jumps in other revenue streams for the government.

Explained: The meaning of Sushma's Vietnam visit

Explained: The meaning of Sushma's Vietnam visit

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

'India does not wish to remain silent in improving its strategic space so that its leverage to counter China's expansionist designs is maintained, besides enabling it to play a responsible role from a position of strength for peace and stability in Asia,' points out Dr Rajaram Panda.

Sensex ends on a firm note

Sensex ends on a firm note

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

The S&P BSE Sensex gained 115 points to end at 24,338 and the Nifty50 climbed 42 points to close at 7,404.

OilMin wants a united front to beat China in Myanmar

OilMin wants a united front to beat China in Myanmar

Rediff.com31 May 2013

At present, in Myanmar, GAIL and IndianOil have a minority stake in a gas pipeline which goes to China, through South East Asia Gas Pipeline Company.

Putin arrives in Delhi for summit talks with Modi

Putin arrives in Delhi for summit talks with Modi

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi late on Friday night for annual summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday that is aimed at building on the already close strategic ties, particularly in the fields of nuclear energy, hydrocarbons and defence.

Markets dance to monsoon tune; Global cues, macro data aid rally

Markets dance to monsoon tune; Global cues, macro data aid rally

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

The India Meteorological Department on Tuesday said the monsoon this year is expected to be 'above normal.'

Vietnam seeks India's 'active support' on South China Sea row

Vietnam seeks India's 'active support' on South China Sea row

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

As disputed South China Sea witnesses increased Chinese influence, Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung on Monday pitched for India's "active support" to peacefully resolve all disputes and sought its greater linkages across the region.

Cairn asks govt to walk the talk on retro tax

Cairn asks govt to walk the talk on retro tax

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

Firm to continue to press ahead with arbitration challenging new law on the tax, will seek $1 bn in damages

'Make in India', President tells Norwegian companies

'Make in India', President tells Norwegian companies

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Asserting that while trade between India and Norway has been expanding but there is significant potential waiting to be realised, he said, "The new government is taking a number of measures to encourage investments, revive the manufacturing sector in India, promote skill development, develop smart cities and engage closely with all interested partners and investors in India and abroad to make this happen".

ONGC must clear few issues before stake sale

ONGC must clear few issues before stake sale

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Lack of clarity on the overhaul of the subsidy-sharing mechanism by upstream companies.

Oil price rise could derail many of Delhi's calculations

Oil price rise could derail many of Delhi's calculations

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

The task of Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to keep inflation under check, even when the country reeled under severe drought for two years in a row, and reduce the current account deficit, was made easier by low crude oil prices.

Sensex, Nifty climb 1% as oil prices rally

Sensex, Nifty climb 1% as oil prices rally

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Bank shares were the top gainer in early trades with Bank of Baroda up over 4%.

India keen to take ties with ASEAN to new heights

India keen to take ties with ASEAN to new heights

Rediff.com9 Aug 2014

Giving a fresh impetus to its ties with ASEAN, India today said it would soon draft a five-year action plan starting 2016 for enhancing connectivity and cooperation in diverse areas and hoped the long-delayed free trade pact on services and investment will be signed later this month.

Modi, Putin to discuss nuclear energy, Netaji files, defence ties

Modi, Putin to discuss nuclear energy, Netaji files, defence ties

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

India is also likely to push for a Free Trade Agreement with the Eurasian Economic Zone and is sharing details of the study it conducted in this regard.

US economy nearly stalls in Q1 as energy prices bite

US economy nearly stalls in Q1 as energy prices bite

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

U.S. economic growth braked more sharply than expected in the first quarter.

Post a dull Q4 Wipro chief has lots to fix, will manage, he says

Post a dull Q4 Wipro chief has lots to fix, will manage, he says

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

If I focus on today, I will have to give up the future, says T K Kurien.

Sensex ends 222 points higher led by rate sensitive shares

Sensex ends 222 points higher led by rate sensitive shares

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

Markets surged in late trades to snap five-day losing streak led by bank shares.

An unclear road map worries oil and gas sector

An unclear road map worries oil and gas sector

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

Lowering excise duty on petrol, diesel, and other fuels, branded fuels.

Markets end lower amid volatility

Markets end lower amid volatility

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

The broader markets also ended lower in line with the benchmark indices

Markets bounce back, ends up 401 points

Markets bounce back, ends up 401 points

Rediff.com29 Jan 2016

Index heavyweights Reliance Industries, HDFC and Infosys were the top Sensex gainers.

Indo-Vietnam talks: Border dispute, defence top agenda

Indo-Vietnam talks: Border dispute, defence top agenda

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

When Vietnam's India born Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh arrives in New Delhi on Wednesday evening, he will have many areas of similar interest to discuss with his counterpart, External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid.

Sensex drops 340 points ahead of Aug IIP; Infosys zooms 7%

Sensex drops 340 points ahead of Aug IIP; Infosys zooms 7%

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

The 30-share Sensex is down 359 points at 26,378 and the Nifty has dropped 78 points to trade at 7,883

Modi in Moscow: PM gets red carpet welcome

Modi in Moscow: PM gets red carpet welcome

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

During his two day visit, Modi is expected to seal a raft of major deals in defence, nuclear energy and hydrocarbons sectors to further cement their 'special and privileged strategic ties'.

Oil and gas sector seeks tax holiday

Oil and gas sector seeks tax holiday

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Oil and gas players' wish list includes incentivising E&P investments and reintroduction of income tax holiday for exploration and production activities, among others.

Sensex ends Samvat 2070 with 26% gain

Sensex ends Samvat 2070 with 26% gain

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

The Nikkei share average rose 2.6% to close at 15,195.77 points, more than recouping Tuesday's losses.

Markets snap 3-day winning streak, Nifty holds 8,250; Midcaps outshine

Markets snap 3-day winning streak, Nifty holds 8,250; Midcaps outshine

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

The index had risen over 585 points in the previous three sessions.

Oil sector woes not addressed, firms reel under pressure

Oil sector woes not addressed, firms reel under pressure

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

Custom duties, a major concern for the oil sector.

Vietnam: The fulcrum of India's 'look east' policy

Vietnam: The fulcrum of India's 'look east' policy

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

India-Vietnam relationship has its own imperatives and dynamism. In India's look east policy Vietnam has been the major pivot, at least in terms of security and strategic imperatives, says Rup Narayan Das.