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Chidambaram's CBI custody to continue till Sep 5

Chidambaram's CBI custody to continue till Sep 5

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

While posting the matter for hearing on Thursday, the bench said: "We are conscious that we should not usurp the jurisdiction of the concerned trial court".

Aircel-Maxis case: CBI issues fresh notice to Karti Chidambaram

Aircel-Maxis case: CBI issues fresh notice to Karti Chidambaram

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

The CBI has asked Karti to appear before it on October 4.

Flexibility in IKEA case to draw more investors

Flexibility in IKEA case to draw more investors

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

When IKEA's CEO & India's industry minister sealed a deal in-principle last year, foreign investors took note.

FIPB clears IKEA's Rs 10,000 crore proposal

FIPB clears IKEA's Rs 10,000 crore proposal

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

India's foreign investment panel has approved Swedish retailer IKEA's Rs 10,000 crore plan to set up shop in the country, the trade minister said.

Tata's dream to fly takes wings; JV with AirAsia cleared

Tata's dream to fly takes wings; JV with AirAsia cleared

Rediff.com26 Mar 2013

The proposal was cleared by the Foreign Investment Promotion Board, Finance Ministry said in a statement.

Finance ministry wants reasons for IKEA climb down

Finance ministry wants reasons for IKEA climb down

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

DEA official writes to DIPP suggesting that govt needs to understand what has been left out, and why, in the revised application of the retailer.

Single brand retail: Govt clears 3 FDI plans

Single brand retail: Govt clears 3 FDI plans

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

The foreign investment proposal by Italian jewellery brand Damiani to set up a 51:49 joint venture with Mehta's Pvt Ltd also got the government's approval, sources said.

No hurdles for Tata-Air Asia JV: Ajit Singh

No hurdles for Tata-Air Asia JV: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

The aviation minister, Ajit Singh, on Tata-Air Asia joint venture

Aircel-Maxis case: Court extends Chidambaram's protection from arrest

Aircel-Maxis case: Court extends Chidambaram's protection from arrest

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

The CBI and the ED said that new material has been recovered which needs to be collated.

IKEA may enter India with cut-down product range, but not without cafes

IKEA may enter India with cut-down product range, but not without cafes

Rediff.com23 Dec 2012

So, the fight is for the signature cafe, restaurant and the Swedish meat ball IKEA is known for, besides its furniture stores.

IKEA may come to India with full global range

IKEA may come to India with full global range

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

The Euro 25-billion firm can now set up furniture stores in India, along with restaurants and cafes, in line with its global concept.

IKEA's wait to set up shop may get longer

IKEA's wait to set up shop may get longer

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

Agenda for FIPB meeting on Jan 18 doesn't mention its application.

Stab me, don't question my integrity: PC on Aircel-Maxis

Stab me, don't question my integrity: PC on Aircel-Maxis

Rediff.com14 May 2012

The Aircel-Maxis row on Monday led to fresh uproar in Rajya Sabha with the Opposition targeting with fresh allegations the son of Home Minister P Chidambaram, who denied any wrongdoing and said the company in question -- Advantage Consulting -- could be probed by the finance ministry.

FDI hungry govt agrees to Ikea's demands

FDI hungry govt agrees to Ikea's demands

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

FIPB likely to allow cafs and restaurants in its review of conditional approval on December 31.

ED may impose penalty on Reebok for Fema violation

ED may impose penalty on Reebok for Fema violation

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is proposing a penalty on German sportswear giant Adidas' subsidiary Reebok India for alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (Fema).

Swamy's charge: Govt comes to Chidambaram's rescue

Swamy's charge: Govt comes to Chidambaram's rescue

Rediff.com28 Apr 2012

The United Progressive Alliance government has rejected Janata Party chief Subramanian Swamy's allegations against Home Minister P Chidambaram in the Aircel-Maxis equity issue saying they were "totally baseless".

FIPB may take up Fossil Inc's FDI proposal this month

FIPB may take up Fossil Inc's FDI proposal this month

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

It plans an investment Rs 20 crore.

FIPB roadblock for IKEA products

FIPB roadblock for IKEA products

Rediff.com23 Nov 2012

Eighteen of 30 product categories proposed by Swedish furniture major struck off.

Karti's CA granted bail in INX Media case

Karti's CA granted bail in INX Media case

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

The HC asked him to furnish a bail bond of Rs two lakh and a surety of like amount.

IKEA might pass Zara barrier

IKEA might pass Zara barrier

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

Brand name rule might be waived for Swedish major's mega investment proposal, indicates DIPP; final revision of its application likely by end-August.

FIPB to decide on IKEA's Rs 10,500 cr proposal in Nov

FIPB to decide on IKEA's Rs 10,500 cr proposal in Nov

Rediff.com24 Oct 2012

This is the largest investment in the single-brand retailing ever since the government has allowed foreign direct investment.

May reconsider Lodha Panel suggestion on one state-one vote: SC

May reconsider Lodha Panel suggestion on one state-one vote: SC

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

'One state-one vote may not be a good idea in this country. There are Railways, Services, universities, Maharashtra, Baroda. Their arguments have impressed upon us to some extent. We may consider the issue in future debates'

Ministry group proposes relaxed pharma FDI policy

Ministry group proposes relaxed pharma FDI policy

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

In a major relaxation of foreign investment rules in the pharma sector, a special group set up under the finance ministry has suggested it could consider permitting up to 49 per cent FDI (foreign direct investment) in the automatic route for brownfield investments in case the company's control remained in Indian hands.

How Babus did during the Pandemic: A report card

How Babus did during the Pandemic: A report card

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

The Covid pandemic has left a question mark on how the central government manages its staff.

No automatic route for FDI into existing pharma firms

No automatic route for FDI into existing pharma firms

Rediff.com9 Nov 2011

Tightening the norms, the government has done away with automatic approval of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the existing pharmaceutical companies.

Jet Airways rebounds 19% on heavy volumes

Jet Airways rebounds 19% on heavy volumes

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

A combined 7.82 million shares representing 36% of free float equity of the private airliner have changed hands on BSE and NSE till 1500 hours.

'Infructuous': SC rejects Chidambaram plea in CBI arrest case

'Infructuous': SC rejects Chidambaram plea in CBI arrest case

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

However, the bench said Chidambaram is at a liberty to seek remedy in accordance with the law.

Chidambaram asked us to help Karti's business: Indrani

Chidambaram asked us to help Karti's business: Indrani

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Mukerjea recorded her statement under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and said she and her husband Peter Mukerjea met Chidambaram at his office in Delhi's North Block.

Economic Survey: States need to promote tourism

Economic Survey: States need to promote tourism

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

In order to promote India as a major tourism destination, states need to complement Centre's actions by rationalising luxury taxes and allowing easy clearance to hotel projects.

Karnail stadium barred from hosting Ranji matches

Karnail stadium barred from hosting Ranji matches

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's senior tournament committee has recommended that the Karnail Singh stadium in Delhi be barred from hosting cricket matches in 2012-13 following adverse reports from match referees over the pitch conditions during fixtures held earlier this season.

National Archery: Bombalya creates three records

National Archery: Bombalya creates three records

Rediff.com26 Jan 2012

London Olympics medal prospect L Bombalya Devi of Railway Sport Promotion Board (RSPB) created three new national records while archer Tarundeep Rai set a new record in the ongoing 32nd Sahara Senior National Archery Championship at JRD Tata Sports complex in Jamshedpur on Thursday.

FDI proposals drop after multi-brand flip flop

FDI proposals drop after multi-brand flip flop

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

Analysts say July 23, 2011, was like a red letter day for foreign investors when the Committee of Secretaries, headed by Cabinet Secretary Ajit Kumar Seth, recommended opening up the multi-brand retail trade.

National billiards: Advani retains crown

National billiards: Advani retains crown

Rediff.com27 Jan 2012

World Champion Pankaj Advani retained the national billiards title with a flawless show in the final, blanking Bhalchandra Bhaskar 5-0 at the PYC Hindu Gymkhana in Mumbai on Thursday.

Chidambaram to remain in jail as HC dismisses his bail plea

Chidambaram to remain in jail as HC dismisses his bail plea

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Justice Suresh Kait said that wrong message will be sent to the society if bail is granted to Chidambaram in this case.

All pharma M&As to be cleared by CCI: Plan panel group

All pharma M&As to be cleared by CCI: Plan panel group

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

A Planning Commission expert group on Tuesday recommended that all mergers and acquisitions (M&As) in the pharmaceutical industry should be cleared by competition watchdog, CCI to ensure that such deals do not result in monopolies and increase in drug prices.

Axiata's bid to raise Idea stake shot down

Axiata's bid to raise Idea stake shot down

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

The Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) has rejected a proposal by Mauritius-based Axiata Investments 2 India Ltd, part of Asian telecom giant Axiata Group, to increase its stake in Idea Cellular by acquiring shares from the stock exchange.

Govt abolishes FIPB; more FDI policy easing on anvil

Govt abolishes FIPB; more FDI policy easing on anvil

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

FDI into the country increased by 30 per cent to $21.62 billion during April-September this fiscal.

Chidambaram gets bail, but ED custody to continue

Chidambaram gets bail, but ED custody to continue

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

Setting aside the Delhi high court's September 30 verdict denying bail to Chidambaram, the apex court said he is neither a "flight risk" nor there is a possibility of "his abscondence from the trial". Chidambaram had moved the apex court challenging the high court verdict.

UK Air Charter firm Plc plans India foray

UK Air Charter firm Plc plans India foray

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

Ananjan Mitter, partner at ALMT Legal, a law firm, has represented Air Charter Service in the venture's application to the Foreign Investment Promotion Board, a key wing in the finance ministry that vets foreign direct investments proposals of companies.

Amazon's $500m retail food project to be cleared soon

Amazon's $500m retail food project to be cleared soon

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

With the abolition of the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB), Amazon's proposal will now be vetted by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) under the commerce ministry.