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US fiscal cliff won't impact Indian IT: Nasscom

US fiscal cliff won't impact Indian IT: Nasscom

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

A fiscal cliff refers to the simultaneous expiry of tax breaks and the introduction of spending cuts.

US visa probe on Indian cos: Nasscom concerned

US visa probe on Indian cos: Nasscom concerned

Rediff.com21 May 2012

India's IT services industry body National Association for and Services Companies has expressed concern over recent probe by the US against some Indian companies, including country's second largest software exporter Infosys, on allegations of violating visa norms.

Infosys stiffens whistleblower policy

Infosys stiffens whistleblower policy

Rediff.com10 May 2012

Gives more reporting options to staffers who wish to flag a wrong practice; sequel to changes required from US law, experience.

'Uncertainty the biggest challenge for IT sector'

'Uncertainty the biggest challenge for IT sector'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

The IT companies are not getting clarity about clients' IT budgets because of this uncertainty.

For CCD's VG Siddhartha, brewing fortunes is second nature

For CCD's VG Siddhartha, brewing fortunes is second nature

Rediff.com10 Feb 2019

Siddhartha's knack for value investment dates back to 1995 when he infused capital in Kshema Technologies, which was acquired by MphasiS. He also took an early exposure in Mindtree way back in 1999. Since 1995, he had invested in more than 15 technology companies including chip-designing firm Ittiam Software, and GlobalEdge Technologies, among others, says Debasis Mohapatra.

India Inc to see revival in earnings growth

India Inc to see revival in earnings growth

Rediff.com22 Oct 2012

The sample, however, is still small as it includes only six of the 30 Sensex companies - Infosys, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, TCS, ITC and Bajaj Auto - that have declared results so far.

TCS likely to report decent revenue growth despite Chennai flood drag

TCS likely to report decent revenue growth despite Chennai flood drag

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

Good growth in BFSI segment, favourable currency to aid the company in Dec quarter

A $2,000 H-1B fee on Indian companies could return in US

A $2,000 H-1B fee on Indian companies could return in US

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

The Bill would impact only Indian companies.

Why customers break-up with their favourite brands

Why customers break-up with their favourite brands

Rediff.com21 Aug 2012

The reality is that customers can and will cut ties with brands that do not take their best interests into account.

DTH companies queue up to raise funds for expansion

DTH companies queue up to raise funds for expansion

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

The DTH industry had been growing at an explosive rate, with 100 per cent increase in customer base and a steady income from customers.

Paradyne to buy US software firm

Paradyne to buy US software firm

Rediff.com9 Jan 2007

Domestic IT services company Paradyne Infotech is in the final stages of acquiring a US-based software services company with a turnover of around $10 million in the last financial year, a source said.

India Sports Awards: Babar named Sports Person of the Year

India Sports Awards: Babar named Sports Person of the Year

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Long-distance runner Lalita Babar was named Sports Person of the Year at the India Sports Awards 2015 in New Delhi on Monday.

Meru in search of profit track

Meru in search of profit track

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

Meru Cabs, launched in 2006, has everything going for it: A credible brand, loyal customers and a transparent pricing mechanism and technology. But, the only thing missing is profits. Meru wants to change that now. Says Meru CEO Siddhartha Pawha: FY13 will be focused towards achieving the last target.

India Inc's sales growth rate at 10-quarter low

India Inc's sales growth rate at 10-quarter low

Rediff.com31 May 2012

The sales growth rate has been a 10-quarter low, dragged by slowdown in the key sectors -- capital goods, construction, infrastructure, non ferrous metals, steel and telecom -- that had contributed to India Inc's growth story in the past.

The man who will step into Azim Premji's shoes

The man who will step into Azim Premji's shoes

Rediff.com29 May 2012

Since his low-key entry into Wipro five years ago, Rishad Premji is being carefully groomed to lead the company one day. Indulekha Aravind on the man who could succeed Azim Premji.

Good news for techies, IT cos to step up hiring this fisc

Good news for techies, IT cos to step up hiring this fisc

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

While there has been an improvement in the overall demand environment, the other reason expected to trigger this growth is the absence of a bench strength in most companies

Post Walmart deal, Flipkart will likely build a $1 bn M&A warchest

Post Walmart deal, Flipkart will likely build a $1 bn M&A warchest

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Readying its game plan, the Bengaluru-based e-commerce giant plans to renew talks of investments in various companies such as Swiggy, BookMyShow, Pepperfry, UrbanClap

PE investments up 62% to $5.4 billion in Q1

PE investments up 62% to $5.4 billion in Q1

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Total investments in the first six months of 2017 was a record $11.34 billion

Individual wealth to double in 4 yrs: Karvy

Individual wealth to double in 4 yrs: Karvy

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

The wealth of individuals in the country is expected to double to Rs 1.79 lakh crore (Rs 1.79 trillion) in the next four years, according to a report by Karvy Wealth.

Infosys to offer training programme in UK

Infosys to offer training programme in UK

Rediff.com10 May 2012

India's second-largest IT services company, Infosys, on Wednesday said it was planning to offer an apprenticeship programme with the National Apprenticeship Scheme (NAS) in the United Kingdom (UK). Through this programme, the company will provide apprenticeship in fields like marketing, human resources, among others, Infosys said in a release.

Cognizant lowers its revenue guidance on 'slow demand'

Cognizant lowers its revenue guidance on 'slow demand'

Rediff.com8 May 2012

Information technology services company Cognizant Technology Solutions on Monday met its revenue guidance given for the quarter ended March 30 and projected its April-June revenues to cross those of Infosys, something long anticipated in industry circles.

IT sector exports to grow 13-15% in FY15

IT sector exports to grow 13-15% in FY15

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

The Indian IT outsourcing sector is expected to see exports growing 13-15 per cent in the fiscal year starting in April, an industry lobby group said on Tuesday, with improving US and European economies driving growth.

Sikka finds place in Glassdoor's top 50 CEOs list

Sikka finds place in Glassdoor's top 50 CEOs list

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Sikka ranks 35th in the list.

Why Wipro will hire more freshers this year

Why Wipro will hire more freshers this year

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

The company's decision comes when there has been a dip in intake due to tepid demand, increasing automation, reports Debashis Mohapatra.

Indian IT stocks a hit on US markets

Indian IT stocks a hit on US markets

Rediff.com17 Jul 2006

Nasscom president Som Mittal gets extension till 2014

Nasscom president Som Mittal gets extension till 2014

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

The executive council, which met in Chennai on Monday, stated, "Som Mittal is doing an outstanding job in leading Nasscom as president.

Another victim of Jio onslaught, Aircel is staring at a bleak future

Another victim of Jio onslaught, Aircel is staring at a bleak future

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Aircel executives said the company could offer value to big boys like Airtel or Jio as a low-end mobile services brand

Tough 2016 for IT, bigger battle in 2017

Tough 2016 for IT, bigger battle in 2017

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

'The industry growth in 2016< came from the new digital technology segment which grew at over 20%.' 'The challenge for the industry is that the legacy business makes up almost 80% of revenue.' 'Hence the urgency to transform into digital business.'

Infosys stares at fresh US visa row

Infosys stares at fresh US visa row

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

Former staffer files suit in US, says harassed after reporting visa abuse.

Infosys denies laying off 500 employees

Infosys denies laying off 500 employees

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

There were reports that Infosys had laid off 500 people in the aftermath of losing its multi-million pound deal with the Royal Bank of Scotland.

Trump drops H-1B visa plan that could get 750,000 Indians deported

Trump drops H-1B visa plan that could get 750,000 Indians deported

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

This provides for H-1B extensions beyond the 6-year limit.

MindTree gears up for Phase-II of its journey

MindTree gears up for Phase-II of its journey

Rediff.com9 Apr 2012

To focus on leadership grooming, corporate governance and brand repositioning

IT results: Top 4 perform differently in March quarter

IT results: Top 4 perform differently in March quarter

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

TCS, Infosys do well but Wipro & HCL disappoint analysts; however, outlook for FY17 bullish in general.

Shashank Samant is GlobalLogic's new CEO

Shashank Samant is GlobalLogic's new CEO

Rediff.com29 May 2012

Samant said he has been into R&D for the past 24 years and before joining GlobalLogic, he was president at Ness Technologies and had worked at Hewlett-Packard lab in India and also has worked at IBM labs.

How many IT jobs will actually be created this year?

How many IT jobs will actually be created this year?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2017

The pace of job generation has slowed as IT firms look at automation to do testing

GST may add to India Inc's documentation burden

GST may add to India Inc's documentation burden

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

Service companies such as Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services and Airtel, among others, would be particularly hit.

Selfless, faceless civil servants and their truly heroic acts

Selfless, faceless civil servants and their truly heroic acts

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

Enabling the online booking and payment for Indian Railway tickets is one such case. Amitabh Pandey's book is about how he went about enthusing teams inside the Indian Railways and facilitating online reservations, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

IT employees file complaints against 'forced' resignations

IT employees file complaints against 'forced' resignations

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

Four Tech Mahindra employees approached the labour commission in Karnataka

IGATE founders to bag $1 billion post Cap Gemini acquisition

IGATE founders to bag $1 billion post Cap Gemini acquisition

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

IGATE's shares closed on Nasdaq on Friday at $45.85.

Peer plans may put Infosys under pressure

Peer plans may put Infosys under pressure

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

With Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announcing a wage rise for its employees this year and most other industry peers going ahead with their wage increase plans, pressure is expected to mount on Infosys to reconsider its earlier decision.