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Interest coverage ratio of unlisted cos at 30-year high

Interest coverage ratio of unlisted cos at 30-year high

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Excess earnings of unlisted companies over and above their interest costs are at a record level. The interest-coverage ratio of 2.94 is the highest going back to 1990-91, according to numbers from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE). The ratio measures earnings relative to every rupee to be paid as interest on outstanding debt.

Samsung vs Apple: The musical chair continues

Samsung vs Apple: The musical chair continues

Rediff.com1 May 2016

Analysts point to a pattern with Samsung gaining leadership position in the prime segment during Feb-Aug every year. Apple overtakes Sept onwards

Samsung launches four new smartphones in India

Samsung launches four new smartphones in India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2015

Samsung India on Tuesday announced the launch of four new mid-segment smartphones - Galaxy A3, Galaxy A5, Galaxy E5 and Galaxy E7.

How Samsung plans to recoup marketshare in India

How Samsung plans to recoup marketshare in India

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Samsung is betting on core capabilities like R&D to stay prepared for the new wave of technologies like 5G and IoT (internet of things).

Hurrah! Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is here, India

Hurrah! Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is here, India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

The 11 must-knows about Samsung's latest flagship.

A look at Samsung's new gadgets

A look at Samsung's new gadgets

Rediff.com31 Aug 2012

Samsung Group is a South Korean multinational conglomerate company headquartered in Samsung Town, Seoul.

As Samsung tackles others, Micromax gains

As Samsung tackles others, Micromax gains

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Even three months back, it was trailing Samsung and Nokia in market share in overall handsets.

One million Samsung smartphones in US recall

One million Samsung smartphones in US recall

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

Samsung has advised consumers in 10 countries to trade their handsets for temporary replacement phones until it releases an updated flagship device.

Why the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus is so exciting!

Why the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus is so exciting!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Samsung's new addition to the Galaxy S10-series has something for everyone, says Khalid Anzar.

Samsung Galaxy On6: Is it worth Rs 14,000?

Samsung Galaxy On6: Is it worth Rs 14,000?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

It's a twin of Samsung Galaxy J6, launched only a couple of months ago.

Samsung woos Indians to revive its fortunes

Samsung woos Indians to revive its fortunes

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

In India, Samsung is seeing strong competition from local company Micromax.

First Look: Samsung Galaxy Gear

First Look: Samsung Galaxy Gear

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

At Rs 22,990, this watch is all you will ever need, but only on Galaxy flagship devices for now.

First look: Samsung Galaxy Note 510

First look: Samsung Galaxy Note 510

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

The Note 510 just tries to fill the gap left by 5+ inch devices and the bigger 10-inch device.

After India, Samsung now sets out to conquer Bharat

After India, Samsung now sets out to conquer Bharat

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

The Korean major, as part of its rural push, has begun an "attack district" project with focus on 80 key districts to increase sales of its TVs, refrigerators and washing machines

Samsung, Motorola 'defaulters'

Samsung, Motorola 'defaulters'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2004

A joint panel of Indian Broadcasting Foundation and Advertising Agencies Association of India has asked major television broadcasters not to carry commercials from Samsung, Motorola and Reckitt Benckiser after "consistent defaults" and "non-clearance

How Samsung plans to regain the top slot in India

How Samsung plans to regain the top slot in India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

After the government backtracked on its plan to impose Customs duty on pricier components, Samsung has decided to begin production of key mobile parts in Noida from April.

Can Samsung's Tizen smartphone take on Android?

Can Samsung's Tizen smartphone take on Android?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Tizen is an open source operating system built by the eponymous organisation that includes Samsung as a member.

Samsung launches smartwatch, Galaxy Note 3

Samsung launches smartwatch, Galaxy Note 3

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

Samsung's Galaxy Gear smartwatch works as an accessory to its market-leading Galaxy smartphone, with a small screen offering basic functions such as photos, hands-free calls and instant messaging.

Will you buy Samsung J7 Duo for Rs 16,990?

Will you buy Samsung J7 Duo for Rs 16,990?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

With J7 Duo, Samsung joins the bandwagon of rear dual camera phones at a budget.

It's art... It's a TV... It's a Samsung Frame!

It's art... It's a TV... It's a Samsung Frame!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

Why this TV is just what your home decor needs.

Samsung Galaxy S III: First Impressions

Samsung Galaxy S III: First Impressions

Rediff.com1 Jun 2012

Love at first sight? Here's what it feels like spending some time with Samsung Galaxy S III.

5 reasons we like Samsung Galaxy Alpha!

5 reasons we like Samsung Galaxy Alpha!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Samsung's new entrant Galaxy Alpha is similar in size to the new iPhone 6. We laid our hands on this smartphone and have found 5 reasons to buy it.

Samsung's smartphone primacy under threat from Apple

Samsung's smartphone primacy under threat from Apple

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

It's earnings from mobile gadgets dropped 64%

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 with 6GB RAM?

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 with 6GB RAM?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Yes. While the Indian variant launched August 11 comes with 4GB RAM, Samsung is all charged up to release the 6GB variant in China on August 26.

Samsung launches new handsets

Samsung launches new handsets

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

Targeted at the growing young audience, Samsung India vice-president-HHP division Hendrick Lee said the phone has direct access to social networking websites. It also enables the users to access website at a speed of 2.4Mbps data speed on CDMA operators.

Trump 2.0: Tough Navigation Lies Ahead For India

Trump 2.0: Tough Navigation Lies Ahead For India

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'As the global economy undergoes significant transformations in 2025, India's ability to navigate the complexities of trade wars, financial realignments, and emerging blocs will be pivotal,' explain Harsh V Pant and Soumya Bhowmik.

How good is the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5?

How good is the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 will impress multimedia enthusiasts.

Samsung to make Tizen phone in India

Samsung to make Tizen phone in India

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Buoyed by the market response to its Tizen OS-based smartphone in India, tech giant Samsung plans to manufacture the 'Z1' at its Noida facility soon.

Samsung launches 4G-enabled Galaxy Alpha smartphone

Samsung launches 4G-enabled Galaxy Alpha smartphone

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

The company plans to bring more 4G-enabled devices in near future in a lower price range.

India's smartphone market up 11.5%; Apple rules the super-premium segment

India's smartphone market up 11.5%; Apple rules the super-premium segment

Rediff.com15 May 2024

India's smartphone shipment grew by 11.5 per cent in the first quarter of calendar year (CY) 2024 on a year-on-year basis to 34 million units. This is the third consecutive quarter of growth in shipments, International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker said.

Why soccer legend Pele has sued Samsung...

Why soccer legend Pele has sued Samsung...

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

Brazilian soccer legend Pel has sued Samsung Electronics Co for at least $30 million, alleging the Korean company improperly used a look-alike in an advertisement that ran in the New York Times without permission.

6 Samsung Galaxy phones to watch out for

6 Samsung Galaxy phones to watch out for

Rediff.com5 Jul 2015

This is how the South Korean electronics major plans to indulge its Indian fans

Samsung commissions refrigerator plant

Samsung commissions refrigerator plant

Rediff.com3 Sep 2003

South Korea's Samsung Electronics on Wednesday announced commissioning of its refrigerator manufacturing plant in India and said it will achieve a 13 per cent market share by selling 400,000 refrigerators this year.

Is Samsung Galaxy S8 worth Rs 58k?

Is Samsung Galaxy S8 worth Rs 58k?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

Samsung has crafted a remarkable device, something revolutionary to stand out from the crowd, in the form of Galaxy S8, says Himanshu Juneja

The Samsung Galaxy A8+ is a star performer

The Samsung Galaxy A8+ is a star performer

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

And it is available at a competitive price!

Samsung Galaxy SIII explodes in Dublin

Samsung Galaxy SIII explodes in Dublin

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

Samsung's latest smartphone the Galaxy SIII explodes while it was mounted on the windscreen. Samsung is investigating the cause of the explosion.

Is India ready for Samsung Galaxy S8?

Is India ready for Samsung Galaxy S8?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

Ashish Narsale asks if you will be able to hold this bezel-less flagship phone on the road or juggle it in a train, like you do with other phones, or share memory-heavy 4k videos?

Samsung launches mousepad mobile

Samsung launches mousepad mobile

Rediff.com30 May 2008

Addressing a press conference, Sunil Dutt, country head, Samsung Telecommunications, said, "We plan to double our turnover. We will focus on product innovation, and value-added services like internet experience on mobile and long battery life." Even Finnish handset biggie Nokia lost market share in India from 72.3 per cent to 69.5 per cent between January and March.

Samsung, Apple to end patents war outside US

Samsung, Apple to end patents war outside US

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

Apple still has a request pending for a sales ban against newer Samsung phones in that proceeding.

Samsung plans aggressive smartphones for India

Samsung plans aggressive smartphones for India

Rediff.com7 Sep 2010

With 17 per cent market share in the Indian mobile market, Samsung Mobile plans to add another six to seven per cent market share this year.