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Ratan Tata invests in cashback, coupons site CashKaro

Ratan Tata invests in cashback, coupons site CashKaro

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

CashKaro.com works with online retailers like Amazon.in, Paytm, Jabong and ShopClues

Ratan Tata: From fighting fiefdoms to a global giant

Ratan Tata: From fighting fiefdoms to a global giant

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

After he took the reins of the group in 1991 amid stiff resistance from within, his task was to stop the breaking down of systems established by his predecessor J R D Tata.

Challenges that Ratan Tata faced; what his successor will

Challenges that Ratan Tata faced; what his successor will

Rediff.com13 Aug 2010

The job of Tata Sons chairman might be the most prestigious in India Inc, but it comes loaded with challenges.

Ratan Tata gets Rockefeller Lifetime Achievement Award

Ratan Tata gets Rockefeller Lifetime Achievement Award

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

Tata Sons Chairman Ratan Tata has been awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by the prestigious Rockefeller Foundation for innovation in philanthropy.

For Ratan Tata, life begins at 75

For Ratan Tata, life begins at 75

Rediff.com28 Dec 2012

Unlike his predecessor, JRD Tata, who in 1991 handed over to him the chairmanship of Tata Sons as well as control of the trusts, Ratan will continue to retain control of the latter.

Journey of Ratan Tata's triumphs and trials

Journey of Ratan Tata's triumphs and trials

Rediff.com28 Dec 2012

To say that Ratan Tata leaves behind a huge legacy would be a gross understatement.

Spotted! Ratan Tata in New York

Spotted! Ratan Tata in New York

Rediff.com10 Sep 2007

Readers Varun Parthasarathy sent us this image from Chicago.

Why Ratan Tata loves to hate media

Why Ratan Tata loves to hate media

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

The Tata Group chairman may have gone overboard in his criticism of a profession called journalism.

Ratan Tata says govt's inaction hurting investments

Ratan Tata says govt's inaction hurting investments

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

Ratan Tata says the group plans to look to other emerging economies for expansion.

What Ratan Tata wrote about the PM

What Ratan Tata wrote about the PM

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

We should be concerned about unconfirmed sensationalized stories in the media to sell publications, the manipulation of policy by power brokers and powerful vested interest groups to meet their self-serving desire to continue protection, Ratan Tata tweeted.

Ratan Tata eyes stake in Ferrari

Ratan Tata eyes stake in Ferrari

Rediff.com8 Mar 2008

Tata said this in an interview to L'Espresso, an Italian media company. An excerpt from the interview quoted Tata as saying, "I have two passions in my life -- cars and aircraft. I have always dreamt of being able to be a fighter pilot and I confirm my desire to participate in the shareholding of Ferrari."

Cyrus Mistry cremated in Mumbai, Ratan Tata's stepmother attends funeral

Cyrus Mistry cremated in Mumbai, Ratan Tata's stepmother attends funeral

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Members of the Parsi community, business leaders and politicians were among those who attended the cremation.

End of an era: RatanTata retires

End of an era: RatanTata retires

Rediff.com28 Dec 2012

Mistry was groomed for the assignment by Tata for a year.

Ratan Tata may be suffering from delusion: Amit Mitra

Ratan Tata may be suffering from delusion: Amit Mitra

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

Mitra said that Tata group firm TCS was creating additional 20,000 jobs.

How Ratan Tata won battles against cliques

How Ratan Tata won battles against cliques

Rediff.com21 Dec 2012

Ratan Tata has made sure his successor won't have to battle cliques within the group - unlike his own experience after he took over.

Maruti dares Ratan Tata: Singur row

Maruti dares Ratan Tata: Singur row

Rediff.com24 Jan 2007

Stung by Ratan Tata's accusation that competitors were fuelling the controversy over Tata Motors' car project at Singur in West Bengal, Maruti dared Tatas on Wednesday to name the competitor.

Inside Ratan Tata's vehicle for investment

Inside Ratan Tata's vehicle for investment

Rediff.com13 Sep 2014

Far from public glare, company is investing in tech firms and providing consultancy.

Ratan Tata calls on Narendra Modi along with Cyrus Mistry

Ratan Tata calls on Narendra Modi along with Cyrus Mistry

Rediff.com29 Dec 2011

Ratan Tata, the outgoing chairman of over $80-billion Tat Group, on Thursday introduced his successor Cyrus P Mistry to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi during a courtesy visit to his residence in Gandhinagar, a top state official said.

We have not bribed Raja: Ratan Tata

We have not bribed Raja: Ratan Tata

Rediff.com3 Aug 2011

We have not paid Rs 20 crore as bribe to former telecom minister A Raja, says Ratan Tata.

Ratan Tata to India Inc on layoffs: 'Your definition of ethics?'

Ratan Tata to India Inc on layoffs: 'Your definition of ethics?'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

'These are the people that have worked for you. These are the people who have served you all their careers. You send them out to live in the rain. Is that your definition of ethics when you treat your labour force that way?' the titan asks.

Nano needs another push, says Ratan Tata

Nano needs another push, says Ratan Tata

Rediff.com22 Aug 2012

Tata Nano's potential was not fully exploited and the world's cheapest car needed another push to boost sales, said Tata Motors Ltd Chairman Ratan Tata.

Ratan Tata rides an army tank

Ratan Tata rides an army tank

Rediff.com8 Nov 2004

Singur issue: Ratan Tata blames competitors

Singur issue: Ratan Tata blames competitors

Rediff.com27 Dec 2006

Tata Group supremo Ratan Tata on Wednesday blamed competitors for "fueling" fire in the controversy over the proposed Rs 1-lakh car project at Singur in West Bengal, but resolved not to pull out of the state.

Ratan Tata joins IDG Ventures in advisory role

Ratan Tata joins IDG Ventures in advisory role

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

Tata has emerged as a major venture capital investor since his retirement.

Idea issue: Ratan Tata non-committal

Idea issue: Ratan Tata non-committal

Rediff.com3 Mar 2006

Tata group chief Ratan Tata on Friday remained non-committal on the ongoing tussle with the Birla group on their GSM joint venture Idea.

Ratan Tata invests in m-commerce platform Paytm

Ratan Tata invests in m-commerce platform Paytm

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

His investment in Paytm is in his personal capacity.

Ratan Tata mulls Tata Sons float

Ratan Tata mulls Tata Sons float

Rediff.com7 Dec 2004

What can you learn from Ratan Tata's life?

What can you learn from Ratan Tata's life?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

A lot if you think of it! For starters, image strategist Avneet Kohli lists out six life lessons.

Why an 'insider' will succeed Ratan Tata

Why an 'insider' will succeed Ratan Tata

Rediff.com1 Sep 2011

But even if we set aside suspicions of future nepotism, the search committee could have saved itself a lot of time if it had taken that decision from the start.

Ratan Tata to look for successor

Ratan Tata to look for successor

Rediff.com18 Mar 2005

Tata proposes to now begin looking for a successor and remains firm on his retirement plans.

Ratan Tata exhorts youth to fight corruption

Ratan Tata exhorts youth to fight corruption

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

He said they will need to strive for excellence while personally upholding high ethical standards and values.

Buying Ford JLR was Tata's way of 'paying back'

Buying Ford JLR was Tata's way of 'paying back'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Tata Indica, the Tata Group's big passenger car bet, was not delivering expected returns a year into its launch. Desperate, the Tata Motors brass, led by Ratan Tata, acceded to a meeting request from Ford Motors for a possible sale of the passenger vehicles division to the American auto major. Some people had advised Tata to sell the business, and the Ford officials came to Bombay House to hold talks.

Diwan Arun Nanda, Last Of India's Advertising Greats

Diwan Arun Nanda, Last Of India's Advertising Greats

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Diwan Arun Nanda, founder of Rediffusion and one of India's last great admen, changed the industry with memorable campaigns, political ads, and a rare mix of sharp strategy and creativity.

What it takes to be Ratan Tata?

What it takes to be Ratan Tata?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2011

Those in charge of the search for a suitable successor to Ratan Tata, who heads the group that bears his name, seem to be sweating for a solution.

Ratan Tata's aviation ambitions a step closer as India opens up

Ratan Tata's aviation ambitions a step closer as India opens up

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

The $100 billion Tata group conglomerate is a major beneficiary of the decision to open up aviation in India.

What is Ratan Tata's post-retirement plan?

What is Ratan Tata's post-retirement plan?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2011

Tata plans to do what he has always been passionate about -- set up a design centre of international standards and scale.

Sir Ratan Tata and Mahatma Gandhi

Sir Ratan Tata and Mahatma Gandhi

Rediff.com16 Aug 2004

Big boost for philanthropic activities from Ratan Tata

Big boost for philanthropic activities from Ratan Tata

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

Last month, through Fruition, one of his biggest initiatives, 20 post-graduate research students enrolled at the Tata Centre for Technology & Design at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay.

Ratan Tata named 'Businessman of the Decade'

Ratan Tata named 'Businessman of the Decade'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2010

"Thank you so much for such great honour and this rather humbling introduction. I am deeply moved and I hope I can live up to the expectations you have as to last for 10 years," said Tata.