News for 'platinum'

'Companies Will Be More Powerful Than Nations'

'Companies Will Be More Powerful Than Nations'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'If you align your ambition with India's rise, the peak of your careers will unfold alongside the peak of India's power.'

Did Nehha Get Her Cannes Looks Right? VOTE!

Did Nehha Get Her Cannes Looks Right? VOTE!

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Like the other ladies of Bollywood, Nehha Pendse also made waves at Cannes 2025.

Good time to buy platinum

Good time to buy platinum

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

At present, it is trading at around $1,004 an ounce in the international market, about $150 cheaper than gold

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

A must read for a generation that grew up on his novels.

Republic Day 2024: Main attractions of platinum celebrations

Republic Day 2024: Main attractions of platinum celebrations

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The 75th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path on Friday showcased India's rich cultural diversity, military prowess, and 'Nari Shakti'.

UAE to address India concerns on imports

UAE to address India concerns on imports

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has agreed to look into India's concerns over compliance to rules related to the import of silver products, platinum alloy and dry dates, the commerce department said on Tuesday. During a joint committee meeting under the India-UAE trade deal, officials from New Delhi raised concerns over the recent surge in imports of these products. These were being shipped to India, taking advantage of the lower tariffs under the pact.

Reliance plans silver, platinum funds

Reliance plans silver, platinum funds

Rediff.com16 Feb 2011

Reliance gold scheme does not require demat account.

How platinum is taking on gold

How platinum is taking on gold

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

Dussehra began with platinum jewellery sales scoring over gold ones, amid expectation of a higher potential of price spurt in the white rare metal.

Infosys Mangalore, Mysore buildings get platinum rating

Infosys Mangalore, Mysore buildings get platinum rating

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Infosys has been awarded the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design India 'Platinum' rating by the Indian green building council for its Software Development Block 3 in Mangalore and SDB 6 in Mysore, the company in a statement said.

Chevrolet Optra Platinum @ Rs 824,000

Chevrolet Optra Platinum @ Rs 824,000

Rediff.com29 Mar 2007

General Motors India on Thursday launched a special 'Platinum' edition of its luxury sedan Chevrolet Optra priced at Rs 824,000 (ex-showroom Delhi).

MCA plan Platinum jubilee ODI

MCA plan Platinum jubilee ODI

Rediff.com30 Sep 2005

The BCCI has given Mumbai Cricket Association the permission to host an ODI to mark its Platinum jubilee

Budget 2024: Mobile phones, gold, silver get cheaper

Budget 2024: Mobile phones, gold, silver get cheaper

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The FM proposed reduction in basic customs duty on gold and silver to 6 per cent and platinum to 6.4 per cent.

Mumbai to host Platinum Jubilee ODI

Mumbai to host Platinum Jubilee ODI

Rediff.com4 Jun 2005

MCA treasurer Professor Ratnakar Shetty said it will be a one-off ODI between India and an yet-to-be-confirmed opposition.

Budget 2024: What is cheaper, what is costlier

Budget 2024: What is cheaper, what is costlier

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Gold, silver and other precious metals along with imported mobile phones, certain cancer drugs and medical devices are set to become cheaper with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing cuts in customs duty in the Union Budget 2024-25.

Investing in Platinum? Here are a few tips

Investing in Platinum? Here are a few tips

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

While investing in gold and silver has been going on, another investment avenue that is blooming since past few years is the 'noble metal' or platinum.

R-Day Parade: India to celebrate 75 years of Constitution with military might

R-Day Parade: India to celebrate 75 years of Constitution with military might

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

India will showcase its military prowess and rich cultural heritage on Kartavya Path in New Delhi on January 26 to mark the 76th Republic Day. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the chief guest at the event, which will also see the participation of a marching contingent and a band contingent from Indonesia. The theme of the parade is 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas', focusing on the platinum jubilee of the enactment of the Constitution. The parade will feature a number of cutting-edge defense platforms, including BrahMos, Pinaka and Akash, as well as the Army's Battle Surveillance System 'Sanjay' and DRDO's surface-to-surface tactical missile 'Pralay'.

Platinum to trade at discount to gold this year

Platinum to trade at discount to gold this year

Rediff.com4 May 2012

Gold ($1,895 an ounce) superseded platinum ($1,872 an ounce) for the first time on September 5, 2011, due to rising investment demand of the yellow metal as a hedge against the global economic uncertainty.

Gold imports doubled to record high of $10.06 bn in August

Gold imports doubled to record high of $10.06 bn in August

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Gold imports more than doubled in August to a record high of $10.06 billion, mainly on account of a drastic cut in customs duty and ongoing festive demand, according to the Commerce Ministry data. Gold imports stood at $4.93 billion in August 2023. On record high imports, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said that the tariff rates on gold have been reduced drastically so that smuggling and other activities can come down.

76th Republic Day Parade: Key highlights and what to expect

76th Republic Day Parade: Key highlights and what to expect

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

India as a sovereign democratic republic completed 75 years of its eventful journey on Sunday, with the stage set at the Kartavya Path in New Delhi for the ceremonial parade during which the country will showcase its military prowess and rich cultural heritage.

E2W firms get serious about customer care support

E2W firms get serious about customer care support

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Players like Ola Electric, Ather Energy, Kinetic Green and BGauss are introducing premium services and infrastructure enhancements.

India's first Test goes Platinum

India's first Test goes Platinum

Rediff.com15 Dec 2007

On 15th December 1933, Douglas Jardine led England at the Bombay Gymkhana ground against India led by the legendary Col. C K Nayudu.

Govt hikes import duty on gold, platinum to 6%

Govt hikes import duty on gold, platinum to 6%

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Gold imports in 2011-12 amounted to $56.5 billion and in the current financial year, till December, they are estimated at $38 billion.

Will A 'Tinder Leave' Policy Work In India?

Will A 'Tinder Leave' Policy Work In India?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

'In India, dating is a very personal thing.' 'If someone wants to go out on a date, s/he would prefer not to keep their manager in the loop.'

BCCI preparing for Platinum Jubilee

BCCI preparing for Platinum Jubilee

Rediff.com7 Aug 2003

A book on Indian cricket history, an audio-visual cassette on cricketers of different eras and some matches are planned to commemorate the occasion.

Budget: Why exporters are seeking Rs 750 cr from Sitharaman

Budget: Why exporters are seeking Rs 750 cr from Sitharaman

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Exporters on Thursday sought a fund of Rs 750 crore for three years to tap USD 25 billion export potential in the US, aiming to seize potential opportunities that may arise as the US President-elect, Donald Trump, has threatened to impose high tariffs on Chinese goods. In its pre-Budget meeting with the finance ministry, Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) President Ashwani Kumar has also demanded extension of the five per cent Interest Equalisation Scheme (IES).

India's exports to 8 of top 10 mkts grow in H1

India's exports to 8 of top 10 mkts grow in H1

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Exports to eight out of India's top 10 destinations, including the Netherlands, the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK), witnessed positive growth during the first six months of FY25, despite muted global demand amid geopolitical challenges, commerce department data showed.

VP Dhankhar condemns 'Bangladesh can happen in India' remarks

VP Dhankhar condemns 'Bangladesh can happen in India' remarks

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

'How can a citizen of this country having been a Member of Parliament, and the other who has seen enough of Foreign Service takes no time in saying that what happened in the neighbourhood will happen in India'

Rashmi Bansal: An Ode to Overwork

Rashmi Bansal: An Ode to Overwork

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

The death of 26-year-old Anna Sebastian Perayil -- who worked on the audit and assurance team at EY Pune, due to 'overwork' her heartbroken mother noted in a letter to EY India chairman Rajiv Memani provoked best-selling author Rashmi Bansal to pen a poem on the perils of overwork in Corporate India.

USL hits pay dirt with McDowell's No 1 Platinum

USL hits pay dirt with McDowell's No 1 Platinum

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

Launched in March 2010, McDowell's No 1 Platinum is a 100 per cent premium grain-based blend developed by Scottish master blender, Richard Paterson.

PIX: Kate Hudson, Gwyneth look HOT in platinum

PIX: Kate Hudson, Gwyneth look HOT in platinum

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

Taking tips from Hollywood on how to work your precious jewellery.

Touch The Sky With Glory Yet Again

Touch The Sky With Glory Yet Again

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Indian Air Force aircraft practice for Friday's platinum jubilee celebration at the Ambala Air Force Station.

IMA adopts Akhtar's song for platinum jubilee

IMA adopts Akhtar's song for platinum jubilee

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

Sonu Nigam has sung the song titled Bharat Mata Teri Kasam whose music has been composed by Raju Singh.

Ranveer Clarifies Divorce Rumours

Ranveer Clarifies Divorce Rumours

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Bollywood stars attend the launch party of a Tiffany store at the NMACC in Mumbai on Wednesday.

What made Paes, Bhupathi, Mirza reunite after ages?

What made Paes, Bhupathi, Mirza reunite after ages?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The star-studded TPL auction saw the presence of the tennis icons Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi and Sania Mirza, who gathered together after many years to promote the sport, along with Bollywood celebs Rakul Preet Singh and Sonali Bendre.

Pre-IPO allotments lose favour amid market buoyancy and larger float sizes

Pre-IPO allotments lose favour amid market buoyancy and larger float sizes

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Pre-initial public offering (IPO) allotments have lost favour amid buoyancy in the market and increase in average float size this year. After hitting a record high in 2023, they have come to a halt, with just three companies opting for such placements totalling Rs 235 crore. This compares to eight deals worth Rs 648 crore during the same period of the previous year.

Does BGauss RUV 350 Pack A Punch?

Does BGauss RUV 350 Pack A Punch?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Overall, the BGauss RUV 350 is a feature-packed electric scooter with a unique design and competitive performance.

What Sitharaman's 7th Budget has in store for us

What Sitharaman's 7th Budget has in store for us

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Highlights of the Union Budget 2024-25 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Budget Encourages Gold Rush

Budget Encourages Gold Rush

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

'Customers are coming in; if they aren't buying, they are at least visiting the stores, which was not the case before the Budget.'

'I Wish Sunny Scores Another Century'

'I Wish Sunny Scores Another Century'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

'He is the best technically sound batsman I have seen till date and that too without a helmet.'

Pakistan's PSL to clash with IPL next year

Pakistan's PSL to clash with IPL next year

Rediff.com17 May 2024

PCB is looking to take advantage of the window set aside for the IPL each year to hold the PSL in the same time-frame.