Alnoor Peermohamed

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IKEA acquires 14-acre plot in Bengaluru for third India store

IKEA acquires 14-acre plot in Bengaluru for third India store

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

Store will directly employ 500-700 people, half of them women, and create 1,500 jobs indirectly

Software lobbyist group co-founder turns troll for Aadhaar

Software lobbyist group co-founder turns troll for Aadhaar

Rediff.com24 May 2017

Sharad Sharma, co-founder and governing council member at iSPIRT, on Tuesday admitted using anonymous accounts to troll on social media those who raised questions on Aadhaar and its applications by the government.

Sourcing norms could hit Tesla's India entry plan

Sourcing norms could hit Tesla's India entry plan

Rediff.com23 May 2017

It's the same sourcing norms that have been a hurdle for multinationals such as Apple Inc in setting up retail operations in India.

Xiaomi's India strategy: Go offline

Xiaomi's India strategy: Go offline

Rediff.com18 May 2017

The move to push offline sales will be led by opening Mi Home stores, Xiaomi India managing director Manu Jain tells Alnoor Peermohamed.

How your 'Awfis' might change in future

How your 'Awfis' might change in future

Rediff.com15 May 2017

Awfis stands out for its 'ambience' and 'ease of doing business'.

Beware FoodPanda and Swiggy, UberEats is here!

Beware FoodPanda and Swiggy, UberEats is here!

Rediff.com8 May 2017

Uber would look to expand the service to six Indian cities

The high price India Inc pays for Google ads

The high price India Inc pays for Google ads

Rediff.com3 May 2017

In 5 years, prices for keywords on Google's AdWords platform have gone up three to five times. Alnoor Peermohamed reports.

Despite hefty losses, SoftBank still backs Ola

Despite hefty losses, SoftBank still backs Ola

Rediff.com2 May 2017

Industry watchers say while it's completely possible for a firm like SoftBank to step in and take control of Ola, it's usually one of the least favoured options.

What makes India the third largest global site for Artificial Intelligence companies?

What makes India the third largest global site for Artificial Intelligence companies?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Experts believe adoption of AI in developing countries will be much faster than in developed nations, as the magnitude of change it will bring will be far larger.

BIGGEST challenge Xiaomi is facing in India

BIGGEST challenge Xiaomi is facing in India

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

The company currently controls over 30 per cent of the online smartphone market in the country, but says that isn't enough.

This firm produces 35,000 kg of idli/dosa batter a day

This firm produces 35,000 kg of idli/dosa batter a day

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

iD Fresh Foods, India's largest ready-to-cook food manufacturer, is looking to create a Rs 1,000-crore business in the next five years.

Why Uber is looking over its shoulder in India

Why Uber is looking over its shoulder in India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

India turns talent backyard for Southeast Asian taxi apps to fight Uber.

Ex-employee accuses TVF boss of sexual harassment

Ex-employee accuses TVF boss of sexual harassment

Rediff.com13 Mar 2017

The ex-employee alleges that she was asked to 'walk out' when she elevated the issue to her bosses at TVF.

Govt unveils draft security rules for e-wallet firms

Govt unveils draft security rules for e-wallet firms

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

The draft rules underline security parameters that digital wallet companies, such as Paytm, FreeCharge and Mobikwik, will have to follow

How Flipkart is countering Alibaba-led Paytm Mall

How Flipkart is countering Alibaba-led Paytm Mall

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

Seeks to cut biz costs by 10% for sellers across 24 verticals, by slashing fees and delivery charges.

Now, Paytm feels the Jio burn

Now, Paytm feels the Jio burn

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

Ending Paytm's monopoly as the only wallet payment option on Uber, the ride-hailing service has decided to allow payments through Jio Money. Alnoor Peermohamed reports.

Flipkart gets a 3% devaluation by Morgan Stanley

Flipkart gets a 3% devaluation by Morgan Stanley

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

This is the sixth consecutive markdown in the valuation of Flipkart by the US firm.

Cloud kitchens make it to Zomato's menu

Cloud kitchens make it to Zomato's menu

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

Zomato is investing in setting up infrastructure, which existing restaurants will be able to use'.

Bleak times for payment wallets

Bleak times for payment wallets

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

'Once UPI got implemented, why would anybody use a payment gateway or wallet?'

How soon can Vistara fly international?

How soon can Vistara fly international?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

Vistara CEO Phee Teik Yeoh discusses the airline's expansion plans and challenges with Alnoor Peermohamed.

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