News for 'shell companies'

More than 680,000 registered companies have 'closed' down in India

More than 680,000 registered companies have 'closed' down in India

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

Maharashtra and Delhi lead the pack of states in terms of absolute number, with 142,425 and 125,937 closed companies, respectively.

ED files charge sheet against Lalu Prasad's family

ED files charge sheet against Lalu Prasad's family

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

The charge sheet has been filed before a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Delhi and the court has listed the matter to be heard on January 16, the sources said.

Television prices may go up by 10% in April due to rising open cell rates

Television prices may go up by 10% in April due to rising open cell rates

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Consumers may have to shell out more to buy television panels as manufacturers say they may raise prices again in April. The industry has been facing this issue of price rise post the pandemic and open cell prices have gone up by around 30 per cent in the last one year. And, television panel manufacturers expect this trend to continue.

I-T recovers Rs 1.64 cr, pens worth Rs 50 lakh from UP IAS officer

I-T recovers Rs 1.64 cr, pens worth Rs 50 lakh from UP IAS officer

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

4 luxury SUVs and documents indicating 'benami' assets of Rs 300 crore have been recovered during income tax raids.

Explained: What the Brazil-Covaxin row is about

Explained: What the Brazil-Covaxin row is about

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

Three entities are at the centre of this controversy: The Brazilian government, Bharat Biotech and a Singapore-based company called Madison Biotech.

For Adani, magic happened after 2014: In LS Rahul links group's rise to Modi

For Adani, magic happened after 2014: In LS Rahul links group's rise to Modi

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Leading the Opposition attack over the Adani-Hindenburg issue in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday linked Gautam Adani's meteoric rise to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's coming to power and said "magic" happened after 2014 that propelled the businessman from the 609th to the second spot on the global rich list.

I-T finds Shell undervaluing shares by Rs 15,201 cr

I-T finds Shell undervaluing shares by Rs 15,201 cr

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

Vodafone too has undervaluing its shares by Rs 1,308.91 crore.

Shell's Hazira terminal to sell gas by 2004-end

Shell's Hazira terminal to sell gas by 2004-end

Rediff.com19 Sep 2003

Royal/Dutch Shell on Friday said its $600 million liquefied natural gas import and regassification terminal at Hazira will be commissioned in the second half of 2004 and hoped to make available gas at very competitive price by the year end.

1,300 listed firms did not file annual results

1,300 listed firms did not file annual results

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

911 have been traced by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), while the rest of the 402 are not traceable on the bourses

'My Boyfriend Blocked Me On Social Media'

'My Boyfriend Blocked Me On Social Media'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The important thing to remember here is that his action reflects on him and what kind of a person he is; it does not highlight your worth, counsels rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

Russia increases shelling as advance on Kyiv makes little progress

Russia increases shelling as advance on Kyiv makes little progress

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

Fighting in Ukraine has so far pushed more than 500,000 people across the country's borders, according to the United Nations refugee agency.

Reliance, Shell, Essar in race for HPCL

Reliance, Shell, Essar in race for HPCL

Rediff.com17 Mar 2003

At least half a dozen national and international oil giants, including Reliance and Royal Dutch Shell, joined the race, on Friday, for acquiring government's 34 per cent stake in Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

Probe into Adani since 2016: FinMin says yes, Sebi says no, Congress has last laugh

Probe into Adani since 2016: FinMin says yes, Sebi says no, Congress has last laugh

Rediff.com15 May 2023

With Sebi telling the Supreme Court that it was not investigating the Adani group since 2016, the Congress on Monday cited a Union minister's reply in the Lok Sabha to challenge the claim and asked whether Parliament was misled or the market regulator was "fast asleep" as investors were "duped".

YES Bank: Rs 5,500-crore kickback charge slapped on Rana Kapoor

YES Bank: Rs 5,500-crore kickback charge slapped on Rana Kapoor

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Other than Kapoor, the complaint, running into more than 10,000 pages, named his wife, Bindu; three daughters Rakhee, Roshini, and Radha; and three firms, Morgan Credits, RAB Enterprises, and Doit Urban Ventures, allegedly controlled by them.

Shell returns to India after three decades

Shell returns to India after three decades

Rediff.com12 May 2003

The multinational oil firm, however, is required to furnish a Rs 500 crore bank guarantee to the government.

Why TVs Are Going To Cost More

Why TVs Are Going To Cost More

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'On the final product, there can be an increase of a minimum of 10 per cent in February and March.'

Rs 400 cr scam: CBI books 19 firms

Rs 400 cr scam: CBI books 19 firms

Rediff.com10 Sep 2017

PNB officials entered into a criminal conspiracy with 19 accused companies, the FIR alleges.

I-T sleuths raid unrecognised political parties across India

I-T sleuths raid unrecognised political parties across India

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

The income tax department on Wednesday conducted raids in multiple states as part of a pan-India tax evasion probe against certain registered unrecognised political parties (RUPP) and their alleged dubious financial transactions, official sources said.

RBI tightening on unsecured loans: White goods firms fear margin squeeze

RBI tightening on unsecured loans: White goods firms fear margin squeeze

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Consumer durables retailers and manufacturers may end up bearing the cost of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) tightening on easy personal loans, as their margins are expected to be impacted by higher borrowing costs. During the recently passed festival season, consumer durables companies started offering longer tenure loans, zero down payments, and zero interest on a wider assortment of products than ever before, making the products more affordable. While 18- and 24-month easy monthly instalment (EMI) options were available earlier, companies offered them only on select products; now, they are being extended to a larger section of products.

Sports Shorts: Judge rules tax fraud case against Messi will go ahead

Sports Shorts: Judge rules tax fraud case against Messi will go ahead

Rediff.com28 Jul 2014

A Spanish court will push ahead with the process of prosecuting Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi for alleged tax evasion despite a recommendation from the public prosecutor the charges be dismissed.

Can England pull off an epic comeback against India?

Can England pull off an epic comeback against India?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The tourists had risked a defeat inside three days after India, having built a lead of 190, reduced England to 163-5 in their second innings in the second session of the day.

US raises concern over American firms evading taxes

US raises concern over American firms evading taxes

Rediff.com22 May 2013

Amidst allegations that Apple is evading US taxes through overseas shell companies, the White House said this raises the broader question of American companies that ship profits and jobs overseas, a issues often raised by US President Barack Obama in the last few years.

More trouble brews for Indian tech companies

More trouble brews for Indian tech companies

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

Though there have been no cancellations of contracts by invoking the force majeure clause, a number of clients - especially in the worst-affected sectors like travel and hospitality, oil and gas, as well as manufacturing - have started asking for reducing level of IT support.

Shell has no license to sell petro-fuels

Shell has no license to sell petro-fuels

Rediff.com4 Dec 2003

Shell India Pvt Ltd (SIPL) had not been granted licence to sell petrol and diesel in the country, the government said on Thursday.

Mining case: Relief for Soren as SC sets aside HC order

Mining case: Relief for Soren as SC sets aside HC order

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

The apex court had earlier restrained the high court from proceedings with the PILs seeking a probe against Soren in the mining lease issue.

India-Mauritius trade pact put on hold

India-Mauritius trade pact put on hold

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Talks not to resume till the island nation expedites revision of double-taxation avoidance agreement.

Delhi HC grants bail to journalist in PMLA case

Delhi HC grants bail to journalist in PMLA case

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

The bail plea was opposed by ED which had said the offence committed by him has cross border implications and if released, he would not be available for further ongoing investigation.

India Inc shells out Rs 1.75 lakh cr as taxes

India Inc shells out Rs 1.75 lakh cr as taxes

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

Corporate India shelled out Rs 1,75,428 crore (Rs 1.75 trillion) as taxes, including corporate tax and the Fringe Benefit Tax, in 2007-08 financial year.

Life insurers shell out crores as Covid-19 death claims

Life insurers shell out crores as Covid-19 death claims

Rediff.com29 Mar 2021

As of March 25, life insurers have paid Rs 1,986 crore towards 25,500 Covid death claims

Demonetisation blues: Axis Bank suspends some suspicious accounts

Demonetisation blues: Axis Bank suspends some suspicious accounts

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

The agency's probe till now found that huge monies were transferred through RTGS transfers to some shell companies including a case where the director of such a firm was a petty labourer

Govt seeks clarification from Shell on retail plan

Govt seeks clarification from Shell on retail plan

Rediff.com27 Mar 2003

Government has asked world's number three oil and gas group Royal Dutch Shell to furnish more details of its plans to set up about 2000 petrol stations in the country before it can be granted licence to sell petrol and diesel.

Controlled foreign companies on FM's radar

Controlled foreign companies on FM's radar

Rediff.com28 Feb 2008

Finance Minister P Chidambaram may introduce Controlled Foreign Companies rules to tax income from Indian-owned foreign subsidiaries. That means, irrespective of whether the income is brought to India or parked outside, Indian tax rates will be have to be paid on such income.

ED attaches JP Morgan India accounts worth Rs 187 crore

ED attaches JP Morgan India accounts worth Rs 187 crore

Rediff.com28 May 2020

This follows an investigation into alleged violations of foreign exchange rules involving foreign direct investment of Rs 85 crore and Rs 140 crore by JP Morgan India and Amrapali Group firms.

No polls as of now, says SC, puts off electoral bond pleas to January

No polls as of now, says SC, puts off electoral bond pleas to January

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

A bench of Justices B R Gavai and Vikram Nath said the matter requires to be heard.

15 biggest overseas acquisitions by Indian companies

15 biggest overseas acquisitions by Indian companies

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

A look at the deals in the past that made news, awed investors and probably gave management sleepless nights.

US forfeits $2.1 mn worth properties of ex-Taiwan prez

US forfeits $2.1 mn worth properties of ex-Taiwan prez

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

The United States has forfeited properties worth US$ 2.1 million which were allegedly purchased with the proceeds of bribes paid to the family of former Taiwanese president, Chen Shui-bian.

Congress attacks BJP for backing Gadkari

Congress attacks BJP for backing Gadkari

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

Congress on Wednesday attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party for giving a clean chit to its President Nitin Gadkari facing charges of owning shell companies, alleging it has shown the "bankruptcy" of the opposition party's leadership and the "mask" has now come off "exposing its real face".

ONGC's stake sale talks with ConocoPhillips, Shell hit roadblock

ONGC's stake sale talks with ConocoPhillips, Shell hit roadblock

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

The company has been in talks with ConocoPhillips and Shell for some time. It now says the MoD's stringent norms on exploration in 'no-go' areas is posing a big challenge in taking the deal forward.

Black money: Over 1,000 entities under Sebi lens

Black money: Over 1,000 entities under Sebi lens

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

These entities have facilitated illicit transactions worth thousands of crores of rupees over the past 2-3 years