News for 'royalty'

Tatas to raise stake in Virgin Mobile

Tatas to raise stake in Virgin Mobile

Rediff.com14 Apr 2011

Tata Teleservices is looking to increase its stake in its joint venture with Virgin Mobile India, where it has 50 per cent ownership.

PIX: Sunidhi, Salim-Sulaiman in wedding finery

PIX: Sunidhi, Salim-Sulaiman in wedding finery

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Taking inspiration from ancient Indian royalty, here is Shyamal & Bhumika's 'Bejewelled' on the LFW ramp.

Vodafone in multi-million Britain tax settlement

Vodafone in multi-million Britain tax settlement

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

The Guardian reported that accounts filed in Dublin showed that in 2009 Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs settled a dispute with the British telecoms provider over its Irish tax returns.

IMAGES: Wills, Kate conquer Hollywood!

IMAGES: Wills, Kate conquer Hollywood!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2011

After their official tour of Canada, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Los Angeles to attend the 2011 BAFTA Brits To Watch Event. Here's a look at the Hollywood royalty who turned up to welcome them!

India Couture Week: Alia, Ranveer walk for Manish Malhotra

India Couture Week: Alia, Ranveer walk for Manish Malhotra

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

The fashion designer's grand finale saw a parade of ridiculously stylish and extravagant outfits.

Royal wedding guest Serena blushes at timing of 'Queen is back' ad

Royal wedding guest Serena blushes at timing of 'Queen is back' ad

Rediff.com30 May 2018

'Nike came up with this idea right when I decided I was going to come back. And so it's kind of interesting how it all tied into the wedding and, you know, then I felt a little awkward!'

'Cairn India should accept govt terms'

'Cairn India should accept govt terms'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2011

Cairn Energy, which owns a 52.11 per cent stake in Cairn India, "has voted to accept (government) conditions", the company said.

'Yeh BBC Hai'. You won't hear these words from Feb 1

'Yeh BBC Hai'. You won't hear these words from Feb 1

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

For 80 years, news and views aired on BBC Hindi reached audiences in the remotest parts of the country. For millions of its followers, the signature line -'yeh BBC hai (this is BBC)' -- has been like a morning alarm, and the bulletins a vital link between India and the world. That link, which began when there was no mobile phone or internet, is about to break as the radio service will fall silent after January 31. And for many living in smaller towns and in rural areas, life won't be the same again, writes Nivedita Mookerji.

Farewell, Astad

Farewell, Astad

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

'Gone too soon, Astad, but I know whenever we meet in that world beyond, I will watch you dance.' Swarupa Dutt remembers a remarkable human being and a magnificent performer who left the world poorer when he passed into the ages on Thursday.

Baloch opposition to CPEC should worry China

Baloch opposition to CPEC should worry China

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

'The separatist resurgence in Balochistan is thwarting Pakistan's plans to build CPEC projects to optimally utilise Balochistan's energy reserves,' points out Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

Conditions for Cairn deal to cost govt Rs 5,000 cr

Conditions for Cairn deal to cost govt Rs 5,000 cr

Rediff.com4 Jul 2011

ONGC's return on investment becomes positive after govt makes Barmer block royalty cost-recoverable.

Rise of Naxalism: Blame India's skewed mining policy

Rise of Naxalism: Blame India's skewed mining policy

Rediff.com26 Aug 2014

It is the low cost of iron ore extracted from their adivasi homeland mines that enables steelmakers like Tata Steel and Essar, and miners like NMDC, not only to be among the most profitable companies in India, but also gives it the financial muscle to make huge overseas acquisitions. Ultimately, it is the poor adivasi who pays for it with his home and hearth and gets no credit for it! Either from the State, which connives in their exploitation, or the industry that lords over their resources, says Mohan Guruswamy.

42 years on,  Star of India returns home

42 years on, Star of India returns home

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

'It is not merely a luxury car or just a treasured heirloom. It is much more than that. It is an embodiment of art, culture and heritage. It is also a piece of history.'

Duchess Meghan Markle gives birth to baby boy

Duchess Meghan Markle gives birth to baby boy

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, was present at the birth of his boy, who weighs 3.2 kg.

Diganth and his two Anarkalis

Diganth and his two Anarkalis

Rediff.com24 May 2011

Get your lowdown on what's happening in the world of Kannada cinema, right here.

How Priyanka fell in love with Nick

How Priyanka fell in love with Nick

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Ahead of the wedding, Priyanka Chopra, who stars on the cover of Vogue's January issue, opened up about their journey together.

Meet the world's richest royals

Meet the world's richest royals

Rediff.com10 May 2011

A look at the world's richest surviving royal families, who still command significant power and resources.

IMAGES: The most iconic celeb bridal outfits!

IMAGES: The most iconic celeb bridal outfits!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

We take a look at some of the most talked-about celeb wedding outfits in recent years!

Princess Di lingerie ad courts controversy

Princess Di lingerie ad courts controversy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

A Chinese lingerie company has depicted Princess of Wales, Diana in bra and knickers on her death anniversary.

Hardik Patel declares will on day 9 of hunger strike

Hardik Patel declares will on day 9 of hunger strike

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

As per the will, Hardik has Rs 50,000 in his bank account, of which Rs 20,000 will go to his parents and the rest to a Panjrapole near his native village in Gujarat.

States can mine, sell coal

States can mine, sell coal

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

The coal-bearing states shall be getting additional revenue from such coal mines.

'If you feel something is correct in life, stand for it'

'If you feel something is correct in life, stand for it'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

'Go against society and people for that.' 'You don't have to be politically correct always.'

10 amazing road trips you can take from Delhi

10 amazing road trips you can take from Delhi

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Get a slice of history or spend some time with nature.

Bollywood couples heat up mag covers

Bollywood couples heat up mag covers

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

Here is what makes these couple covers all the more special.

Harbhajan Singh-Geeta Basra's wedding date REVEALED!

Harbhajan Singh-Geeta Basra's wedding date REVEALED!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

The veteran Indian off-spinner will tie the knot with his longtime girlfriend in what is expected to be a five-day ceremony later this month

ONGC expects early resolution to Cairn dispute

ONGC expects early resolution to Cairn dispute

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

State-run Oil and Natural Gas Corporation is expecting a resolution to the contentious royalty payment issue with Cairn India --for the Barmer oil fields--before it goes for a follow-on public offer (FPO) early next year.

IP-based tech firm shows way to beat recession

IP-based tech firm shows way to beat recession

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

Bangalore-based Ittiam Systems, which is in the digital signal processing space, is a case in point. Its business model is royalty-driven. It creates intellectual property by way of software and hardware designs, which are used by original equipment manufacturers in areas like mobile internet devices, IP-based networks, video security systems and medical screening.

Check out these 5 cars from the Maruti stable

Check out these 5 cars from the Maruti stable

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

Maruti would conceptualise a car that would be totally developed in India.

Remembering Diana: The life of a princess

Remembering Diana: The life of a princess

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

From a shy bride to a passionate campaigner, the story of Diana, 'the People's Princess', was more often than not told through photographs.

No pre-condition for Cairn-Vedanta deal: ONGC

No pre-condition for Cairn-Vedanta deal: ONGC

Rediff.com28 Oct 2010

ONGC, which is 30 per cent partner in Cairn India- operated Rajasthan oilfields, is obliged to pay royalty on entire crude oil produce from the blocks, even though its share is just 30 per cent.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's new home has an Indian connection

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's new home has an Indian connection

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

The cottage had been a royal gift to Abdul Karim by Queen Victoria, then Empress of India, in recognition of his service and as a sign of her affection towards her Indian aide and confidant.

Budget plugs tax loophole

Budget plugs tax loophole

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

Mechanism for non-resident service providers made stricter.

Maharashtra realty sags under sand mining ban

Maharashtra realty sags under sand mining ban

Rediff.com5 Oct 2010

The real estate sector in Maharashtra foresees a loss of Rs 2,000 crore (Rs 20 billion) due to the ban on extraction of sand by the Bombay High Court. The realty industry has sought the intervention of the state government to tackle the crisis.

'Racist' ad starring Aishwarya Rai withdrawn

'Racist' ad starring Aishwarya Rai withdrawn

Rediff.com23 Apr 2015

The Aishwarya advertisement that created all the furore has been pulled down.

SYL verdict: Akalis call emergency meeting, Amarinder resigns from LS seat

SYL verdict: Akalis call emergency meeting, Amarinder resigns from LS seat

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

Amarinder, who is also former Punjab Chief Minister, has sent his resignation to the Lok Sabha Speaker, copy of which was released to the media here, and has also sought a personal meeting with the Speaker next week.

The going gets tough for Hero Honda

The going gets tough for Hero Honda

Rediff.com6 Sep 2010

The implications of Honda pulling out of the company are still being worked out and a possible re-rating is expected.

This could end up killing Maruti Suzuki!

This could end up killing Maruti Suzuki!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2010

Maruti's hike in royalty to its parent Suzuki, at a time when competition is speeding up, makes it a decidedly uncool stock.

Why the world is talking about 18th century scientist Eva Ekeblad

Why the world is talking about 18th century scientist Eva Ekeblad

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

She paved the way for potato vodka and gluten-free baking. 300 years ago! And that's only two of the many cool things about this Swedish scientist the world is talking about.

Kotwara at LFW: Showstopper Sushmita Sen proves there is no beauty queen like her

Kotwara at LFW: Showstopper Sushmita Sen proves there is no beauty queen like her

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

The diva was royalty at Lakme Fashion Week.

The spiritual meets the sensuous at Fashion Week

The spiritual meets the sensuous at Fashion Week

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

Here's a glimpse of designer Anand Kabra's Kumari collection at the Lakme Fashion Week