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Dr Reddy's snaps ties with US drug co

Dr Reddy's snaps ties with US drug co

Rediff.com14 May 2007

The $66 million (Rs 272.8 crore) Leiner Health Products is likely to sue DRL for the early divorce (the agreement has lasted only four years) from the alliance.

What are Over-The-Counter markets?

What are Over-The-Counter markets?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2007

The Over-The-Counter (OTC) markets are essentially spot markets and are localised for specific commodities. Almost all the trading that takes place in these markets is delivery based.

Currency futures: Trading curbs to go after RBI nod

Currency futures: Trading curbs to go after RBI nod

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

Exchange-traded currency futures volume down 80% since Jun

Air India bid: US fund ready with war chest of 'billions'

Air India bid: US fund ready with war chest of 'billions'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

For the AI bid, Interups has joined hands with a few employees of the airline, and plans to raise funds by splitting some of its infrastructure-related assets into an aviation InvIT, which will have underlying assets such as air routes, ground handling, repairs, and training etc.

Novartis buys GSK's cancer drugs for $16 bn in three-part deal

Novartis buys GSK's cancer drugs for $16 bn in three-part deal

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

In separate statements, the two companies said they will combine Novartis' over-the-counter division with GSK's consumer business, creating a new world-leading consumer healthcare business with $10 billion in annual sales.

Cashless economy: RBI to promote card usage in smaller towns

Cashless economy: RBI to promote card usage in smaller towns

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

In efforts to move towards a cashless society, the Reserve Bank on Wednesday said it will come out with a concept paper on promoting electronic payments, especially in smaller towns, by November-end.

Cipla bets big on consumer health segment

Cipla bets big on consumer health segment

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

Company aims to build five Rs 100 cr-plus brands and launch products from South African arm in domestic market

How Sugar Free plans to win the twin battle of misinformation and competition

How Sugar Free plans to win the twin battle of misinformation and competition

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

To become part of the consumer's monthly shopping cart, Sugar Free has launched new formats and variants and waged war against online venom.

RBI mulls comprehensive debt management plan

RBI mulls comprehensive debt management plan

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

The focus shall also be on consolidation of public debt and reducing rollover risk through active switch/buyback operations.

Novartis plans Ayurveda debut

Novartis plans Ayurveda debut

Rediff.com21 May 2010

The Indian arm of Swiss pharmaceutical major Novartis AG is set to become the newest entrant in the Ayurvedic business.

'I don't see real estate prices coming down'

'I don't see real estate prices coming down'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Real estate will prosper, small developers won't.

GlaxoSmithKline to tap modern retail

GlaxoSmithKline to tap modern retail

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

For instance, two of GSKCH's OTC products -- Eno and Iodex -- command a household penetration of 9 and 10 per cent respectively in metro cities. GSKCH has already drafted a channel strategy for modern trade in collaboration with South African retailer Shoprite, where cross-category and checkout placements were identified as an opportunity to create a shopping occasion through impulse buying.

India is growth tonic for mid-tier global pharma

India is growth tonic for mid-tier global pharma

Rediff.com2 Nov 2009

The OTC major plans to pump in millions of dollars into Vedants' manufacturing facility coming up by 2011 at Ambernath near Mumbai. Perrigo will then move production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs or the key therapeutic substance in a drug) from its sites in Germany and Israel to India.

What is interest rate futures trading?

What is interest rate futures trading?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

An interest rate future is a financial derivative. For the uninitiated, a derivative is a financial contract the value of which is 'derived' from a long-standing security such as a stock or a bond, or even an asset, or a market index.

Roles reverse in pharma M&As

Roles reverse in pharma M&As

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

In the growth years of 2005 to 2008,companies were busy shopping abroad to expand their global footprint. It's the turn of overseas companies now to buy Indian assets aggressively.

Travel industry pins hopes on new formats

Travel industry pins hopes on new formats

Rediff.com3 Nov 2008

Travelport has decided to make holidaying an over-the-counter experience, where the customer can plan his travel. It will launch about 150-200 travel solution shops by tying up with malls, multiplexes and retail chains. Online travel company Cleartrip.com tied up with the Indian Railway and Catering and Tourism Corporation in September. SOTC plans to hold a six-day long Great Holiday Bazaar across all its outlets from November 3-8, with discounts between 4 and 20 per cent.

Wipro buys S'pore co for $2-3 mn

Wipro buys S'pore co for $2-3 mn

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

Wipro has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Oki Techno Centre Singapore Pte Ltd (OTCS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of OKI Electric Industry Co Ltd.

BSE to lose bond platform monopoly

BSE to lose bond platform monopoly

Rediff.com21 Feb 2007

The Bombay Stock Exchange may longer enjoy the exclusivity over the reporting platform for the corporate bond market

'Famotidine may become the next HCQ for Covid-19'

'Famotidine may become the next HCQ for Covid-19'

Rediff.com10 May 2020

Researchers at Northwell Health in New York are testing the effects on Famotidine (used in high intravenous doses) on Covid-19 patients as a potential treatment. After the hospital announced its clinical trials, it led to a drug shortage in the US. Back home, however, there has not been any surge in the demand for Famotidine yet.

Rollback of curbs only after rupee stabilisation: Subbarao

Rollback of curbs only after rupee stabilisation: Subbarao

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

RBI, Sebi had imposed certain restrictions on futures markets by way of raising margins.

USFDA nods Ranbaxy drug

USFDA nods Ranbaxy drug

Rediff.com23 Sep 2004

Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd said on Thursday that it has bagged the US Food and Drug Administration's approval for manufacturing and marketing Loratadine and Pseudoephedrine Sulfate Extended-release tablets.

RBI preparing report on derivatives trading

RBI preparing report on derivatives trading

Rediff.com25 Nov 2003

The Reserve Bank of India is preparing a report on derivatives trading with an objective to bring harmony in regulatory aspects for over-the-counter and exchange traded products.

Paras, Novartis to set up JV

Paras, Novartis to set up JV

Rediff.com6 Jan 2004

Now, post offices may sell medicines

Now, post offices may sell medicines

Rediff.com13 Jun 2005

Ranbaxy brand may fade away as Sun takes charge

Ranbaxy brand may fade away as Sun takes charge

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

The joint entity will have a market share of nine per cent in India. Analysts tracking the company said one of the key outcomes of the merger would be to create a single brand entity of Sun and the Ranbaxy brand would eventually dissolve.

Global gold demand hits 11-yr low; India's demand down 35%

Global gold demand hits 11-yr low; India's demand down 35%

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

Global gold demand hit an 11-year low in 2020 at 3,759.6 tonnes, mainly due to a weak October-December quarter and the COVID-19 related disruptions across the world driving a muted consumer sentiment throughout the year, the World Gold Council (WGC) said in a report. The overall consumer demand during 2019 was at 4,386.4 tonnes, while in 2009 the overall demand was at 3,385.8 tonnes, according the WGC's 2020 Gold Demand Trends report. Global gold demand dropped by 28 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to 783.4 tonnes in the fourth quarter compared to 1,082.9 tonnes during the October-December period of 2019, the report stated.

Yes, you can do it! Tips to fight osteoporosis

Yes, you can do it! Tips to fight osteoporosis

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

Osteoporosis is about brittle bones and can be tackled with regular exercise and a healthy diet.

'80-90% of real estate developers will shut down'

'80-90% of real estate developers will shut down'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

'And the top 10 per cent will grow because they have to serve the market.'

Listed FMCG companies feel the heat of 'guru business'

Listed FMCG companies feel the heat of 'guru business'

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Baba businesses are sprucing up their act as they expand product portfolios and enhance brand image

Blockchain and crypto: Three key trends to watch out for

Blockchain and crypto: Three key trends to watch out for

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

'A key trend that one should expect to see is tonnes of failures.' 'Several blockchain-focused companies will fail.'

How Dabur scripted a smart turnaround

How Dabur scripted a smart turnaround

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

After being cornered by Patanjali and macro-headwinds, ayurveda major Dabur is pulling up its socks. With better sales and improved margins, the firm is now looking to leverage the renewed popularity of ayurveda, mostly ignited by rival Patanjali. Sunil Duggal, bottom, left, chief executive officer, Dabur India, shares his plans and insights with Arnab Dutta.

Ranbaxy Q3 net loss widens to Rs 1,029 cr on forex woes

Ranbaxy Q3 net loss widens to Rs 1,029 cr on forex woes

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

Ranbaxy Laboratories on Wednesday reported widening of its consolidated net loss to Rs 1,029.72 crore (Rs 10.29 billion) for the third quarter ended December 31, 2014

No sunshine for Sun Pharma in FY16

No sunshine for Sun Pharma in FY16

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

Brokerages have cut the company's FY16 earnings estimates between 16% and 29% with target prices too coming down to the Rs 700-800 band

Markets tumble on Fed comments; Bihar exit polls eyed

Markets tumble on Fed comments; Bihar exit polls eyed

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Markets end in red; bluechips struggle to keep pace.

Markets end at 2-month high; Sensex rallies 332 points on rate cut hope

Markets end at 2-month high; Sensex rallies 332 points on rate cut hope

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

Broader markers outperformed their larger peers.

Markets make handsome gains on monsoon progress, Greece proposal

Markets make handsome gains on monsoon progress, Greece proposal

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Most Asian markets ended with gains.

Ranbaxy to launch more drugs in US

Ranbaxy to launch more drugs in US

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

Drug major Ranbaxy Laboratories on Thursday said it plans to launch more generic products in the US market with possible marketing exclusivity, while keeping options open for overseas acquisitions to grow its business in various global markets.

'India will feel impact of future financial crisis more than in 2008'

'India will feel impact of future financial crisis more than in 2008'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

'I can confidently say there will be another financial crisis soon enough, and probably more than one global crisis within the next century, given the increasingly integrated nature of the global economy.'

RBI is 80! Milestones of an illustrious journey

RBI is 80! Milestones of an illustrious journey

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

With a sole mandate of inflation targeting, RBI wears many hats.