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FDI inflows jump 47.8% to $16.17 bn in Q1

FDI inflows jump 47.8% to $16.17 bn in Q1

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Foreign direct investment in India jumped 47.8 per cent to $16.17 billion in April-June this fiscal on healthy inflows in services, computer, telecom and pharma sectors, according to government data. FDI inflows were at $10.94 billion in April-June 2023-24. The data showed that overseas inflows in May rose to $5.85 billion and in June to $5.41 billion from $2.67 billion and $3.16 billion, respectively, in the year-ago period.

WazirX looks for white knight; users set to lose 43% funds

WazirX looks for white knight; users set to lose 43% funds

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Crypto exchange WazirX has said customers affected by the recent cyber attack will not be able to recover their full funds even as the firm looks to restructure. At a virtual press conference, the firm's advisor said at best the company might look to return 55-57 per cent of the money. "This is what can be returned to users with the benefit of this restructuring," said Jason Kardachi, managing director (restructuring), Kroll.

Check Out IIT Bombay Job Offers!

Check Out IIT Bombay Job Offers!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The overall average package offered during IIT Bombay placements 2023-2024 stood at Rs 23.5 LPA. 22 students accepted offers with annual packages exceeding Rs 1 crore.

'I have arthritis': Saina Nehwal hints at retirement

'I have arthritis': Saina Nehwal hints at retirement

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Olympic bronze-medallist Saina Nehwal has revealed that she is battling arthritis and will have to decide on her future in badminton by the end of this year.

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Beetroot Upma

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Beetroot Upma

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Try an upma with coconut milk and beetroot!

Rupee Asia's Second Worst Performing Currency In August

Rupee Asia's Second Worst Performing Currency In August

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

The rupee has depreciated by 0.6 per cent so far in the current financial year.

Modi To Stay Put In New York On US Visit

Modi To Stay Put In New York On US Visit

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Over 24,000 people have registered for the 'Modi & US Progress Together' event in Uniondale, New York.

Vistara to operate last flight under its brand on Nov 11

Vistara to operate last flight under its brand on Nov 11

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Vistara will operate the last flight under its brand on November 11 and the full-service carrier's operations will be unified with Air India from November 12. The government has given its nod for the foreign direct investment by Singapore Airlines as part of the Air India-Vistara merger. Vistara is a joint venture between Tata Group and Singapore Airlines.

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Why is the Big Apple welcoming our pachyderms? And how is India teaching the world about living with wildlife?

Zee, Sony amicably settle disputes over their failed merger, to withdraw claims

Zee, Sony amicably settle disputes over their failed merger, to withdraw claims

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) and Sony Pictures Networks India on Tuesday said they have settled their six-month-long dispute related to the failed $10-billion merger and have agreed to withdraw all claims against each other. As part of the "comprehensive non-cash settlement" between ZEEL and Culver Max Entertainment Pvt Ltd (CMEPL), both "have mutually agreed to withdraw all respective claims against each other, in the ongoing arbitration at the SIAC and all related legal proceedings initiated in the NCLT and other forums," said a joint statement.

'I'm Forever In Awe Of Karan Johar'

'I'm Forever In Awe Of Karan Johar'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'There's really the kindest soul hidden inside this genius businessman.'

Chennai To Be World's Largest Network Testbed

Chennai To Be World's Largest Network Testbed

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The deal with Nokia will be signed in San Francisco on Friday morning in the presence of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, who is on a 17-day trip to the US to attract fresh investments.

Olympic boxing crisis deepens: India's fate uncertain

Olympic boxing crisis deepens: India's fate uncertain

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Boxing's already uncertain Olympic future was thrown into further jeopardy after the sport's Asian governing body voted against leaving the suspended International Boxing Association (IBA) to join the rival association.

Foxconn infuses Rs 1,200 crore in Karnataka unit

Foxconn infuses Rs 1,200 crore in Karnataka unit

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Electronics manufacturing giant Foxconn has infused about Rs 1,200 crore -- approximately $144 million -- into its Karnataka-based Foxconn Hon Hai Technology India Mega Development Pvt Ltd, the company said in a recent regulatory filing. The iPhone contract manufacturer's Singapore-based arm Foxconn Singapore Pte has bought over 120.35 crore stocks of Foxconn Hon Hai Technology India Mega Development Pvt Ltd at Rs 10 per share on August 21.

Indian Parents Risk Savings For Child's Education

Indian Parents Risk Savings For Child's Education

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

For Indian parents, sending a child abroad for a three-year degree could deplete 48% of their retirement savings, while a four-year degree may consume up to 64%.

RBI recognises FACE as fintech SRO

RBI recognises FACE as fintech SRO

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recognised the Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE) as a self-regulatory organisation (SRO) in the fintech sector, the central bank announced on Wednesday. The banking regulator received three applications for fintech SRO. Of the remaining two applications, one has been returned by the RBI with a provision for resubmission after meeting specific requirements, while the third application is still under examination, said Governor Shaktikanta Das at the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai.

Chennai, Delhi miss out: Gukesh will take on Ding Liren in Singapore

Chennai, Delhi miss out: Gukesh will take on Ding Liren in Singapore

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Gukesh won't challenge Liren on home turf; Singapore wins bid for World Championships match

India, US sign key defence agreement

India, US sign key defence agreement

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

The two countries also signed a 'Memorandum of Agreement regarding the Assignment of Liaison Officers', which will facilitate the posting of one military officer from each country with the military of the other.

COVID-19 Kills 1,700 People Globally A Week

COVID-19 Kills 1,700 People Globally A Week

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

WHO has urged people at risk to keep up with their vaccinations with boosters.

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The medals tally at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

History-making TT player Akula sidelined with injury

History-making TT player Akula sidelined with injury

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Akula was drafted to play for the Jaipur Patriots in UTT 2024. She will now be replaced by the U19 Youth National Champion and UTT debutant Nithyashree Mani in the squad.

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The central government's Great Nicobar development project, proposed around an unprecedented transhipment port, will be executed to keep environmental impact minimal, and is essential as it is of national importance, the government has said amid calls to abort the controversial project due to ecological concerns, the Centre said in an official statement.

Ola Electric's Rs 6,145-cr IPO fully subscribed on Day 2

Ola Electric's Rs 6,145-cr IPO fully subscribed on Day 2

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

The Rs 6,145-crore initial public offer of electric two-wheeler company Ola Electric Mobility got fully subscribed on the second day of bidding on Monday, driven by demand from retail investors and non-institutional investors. The initial share sale received bids for 49,43,63,610 shares against 46,51,59,451 shares on offer, translating into 1.06 times subscription, according to the NSE data.

Ambanis Own 10% of India's Wealth

Ambanis Own 10% of India's Wealth

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The Adani family, led by Chairman Gautam Adani, is the most valued first-generation family business at Rs 15.44 trillion.

India's services sector growth eases slightly in July

India's services sector growth eases slightly in July

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

India's services sector growth recorded another month of robust expansion in July, albeit at a slightly slower pace than in June, largely supported by robust demand conditions and investment in technology, a monthly survey said on Monday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Services Business Activity Index was at 60.3 in July, down only fractionally from 60.5 in June. In the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) parlance, a print above 50 means expansion, while a score below 50 denotes contraction.

Paris 2024 Olympics: STUNNING Pix!

Paris 2024 Olympics: STUNNING Pix!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

A collection of stunning pictures from the Paris 2024 Games

Paris 2024 Olympics: Medals Table

Paris 2024 Olympics: Medals Table

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

The medal tally at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Punjab CM denied political clearance to visit Paris

Punjab CM denied political clearance to visit Paris

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The Centre has denied political clearance to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for his visit to Paris to support the Indian Hockey team at the Olympic Games, an official source said on Saturday.

Bangladesh ex-foreign minister on way to India detained at Dhaka airport

Bangladesh ex-foreign minister on way to India detained at Dhaka airport

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Mahmud went to Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to "catch a flight en route to Delhi," an Airport Aviation Security official was quoted as saying by the Dhaka Tribune newspaper.

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Quick Mung Dal Halwa

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Quick Mung Dal Halwa

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

We dare you to stop at one serving of this crowd-pleasing dessert.

Taiwan's Tai exits Paris in tearful goodbye

Taiwan's Tai exits Paris in tearful goodbye

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Tai, who has played with both knees in braces in Paris, had previously opened up about an issue with her left knee.

'Don't Panic! India Is An Oasis Of Calm!'

'Don't Panic! India Is An Oasis Of Calm!'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

'The structural story of India is a multi-decadal story.' 'One should stay invested in that story and avoid reacting to what is happening globally.'

Olympics: Check out India's schedule on July 31, 2024

Olympics: Check out India's schedule on July 31, 2024

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

India's schedule at the Olympics on Wednesday, Day 5 of competition.

Investors pin hope on govt support amid under-recoveries of BPCL, HPCL

Investors pin hope on govt support amid under-recoveries of BPCL, HPCL

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

The market responded positively to the Q1 results of oil marketing companies (OMCs), Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL) despite numbers being weaker than consensus. BPCL's reported gross refining margin (GRM) was in line at $7.9 per barrel (bbl) in Q1FY25, which implies marketing margin stood at Rs 4.8 per litre. Standalone profit after tax or PAT at Rs 3,000 crore was down versus consensus due to under-recoveries in LPG business.

Giant Axelsen stands between Lakshya and an Olympic medal

Giant Axelsen stands between Lakshya and an Olympic medal

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The Indian will have yet another uphill task at hand when he takes on Axelsen, the baby-faced badminton giant, who has terrorised his opponents in the last few years.

After Air India, Vistara announces VRS for permanent ground staff

After Air India, Vistara announces VRS for permanent ground staff

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

Indian carrier Vistara on Monday announced voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) and voluntary separation scheme (VSS) for its permanent ground staff ahead of its merger with Air India, which had announced similar plans for its non-flying permanent staff two weeks ago.

Singapore Open: Treesa-Gayatri's dream run ends in semis

Singapore Open: Treesa-Gayatri's dream run ends in semis

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand went down to World No 4. pair Nami Matsuyama and Chiharu Shida in the semi-finals on Saturday.

Singapore Open: Treesa-Gayatri enter semis after upset win

Singapore Open: Treesa-Gayatri enter semis after upset win

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Treesa and Gayatri will be up against fourth-seeded Japanese pair of Nami Matsuyama and Chiharu Shida in the semi-finals on Saturday.

Lakshya Sen first Indian man in Olympics badminton semis!

Lakshya Sen first Indian man in Olympics badminton semis!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Lakshya Sen mounted a remarkable comeback to become the first male Indian shuttler to qualify for the singles semi-finals at the Olympic Games.

Kerala man cycles 22,000 km to cheer for Neeraj in Paris

Kerala man cycles 22,000 km to cheer for Neeraj in Paris

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Neeraj Chopra will have a special supporter at the Paris Olympics: a Kerala cyclist who has travelled all the way from Calicut, riding more than 22000 kilometers over two years.