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UPA II report card: Downfall continues, future imperfect

The only silver lining for the Congress is its huge victory in the Karnataka polls, which indicates that all is not lost for the party

New CAG is a 'weak' bureaucrat, says Prashant Bhushan

AAP leader says such 'spineless' people are being appointed so that these watchdogs don't question the government's decisions

Mamata announces ban on 'Online Lotto'

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said the the online lottery was a social problem and the notification for the ban would be issued soon

90 killed as massive tornado rips through US city

US President Barack Obama has declared a State of Emergency in Oklahoma and had dispatched federal aid

Barclays lowers India growth forecast to 6% for FY14

Cites 'recent disappointments' in economic activity

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Renegotiating PPP contracts
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There will now be cynicism about every match, and every wicket, six or four will be suspect

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Old policies, new costs

West Bengal's commitment to reform seems doubtful

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Indian infotech sector is becoming a riskier bet

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HeidelbergCement sells its Maha grinding unit to JSW Group

Indian arm of German cement maker had been exploring possible ways of improving margins of this grinding unit

Tech Mahindra Q4 Net up 25% at Rs 377.24 cr

The consolidated income of the firm also rose by 34% to Rs 1,907.17 crore in January-March quarter of last fiscal against Rs 1,419.05 crore

Adhunik begins commercial ops of power plant unit in J'khand

The commercial operation of the first unit commenced on January 21 this year


Akzo Nobel India hits record high on dividend bounty

The board recommends a total dividend of 800% or Rs 80 per share including special dividend for FY12-13.

Mallya prepares for 10% preferential allotment to Diageo

Share purchase agreement awaits Karnataka HC decision on Kingfisher creditors' plea

Akzo Nobel India posts Rs 62.50 cr net profit in Q4

The company had posted a net profit of Rs 78.24 crore in the corresponding period last year


Entering banking will help us service clients better: Vikram Limaye

Interview with MD and CEO, IDFC

J&K Bank targets 25% growth in loanbook in 2013-14

In deposits, it plans 18% growth, with a 20% deposit growth in Jammu and Kashmir and 17% outside J&K

Sensex down 0.3%; closes above 20k

Investors book profits in rate-sensitive stocks, while drugmakers hit by worries about the country's new drug pricing policy


Tata Sons to divest 1% stake in TTML by June 4

The filing added disinvestment is proposed to be completed by June 4, 2013

TTML surges as Tata Sons cancels share sale

Only 84.5% of the issue was subscribed at 30% below the floor price.

Naxal-hit areas: BSNL gets more funding flexibility

As most of the towers will be installed in rural, hilly and forest areas, they may not be viable even after 5 years


Tech Mahindra Q4 Net up 25% at Rs 377.24 cr

The consolidated income of the firm also rose by 34% to Rs 1,907.17 crore in January-March quarter of last fiscal against Rs 1,419.05 crore

IT operations management software market grows 4.8% in 2012

However, "Big Four" vendors - IBM, CA Technologies, BMC Software and HP - lost market share, new vendors grew much rapidly

Infosys to challenge new tax demand of Rs 577 cr

Infosys is also contesting similar tax demands for the fiscal years 2005 through 2008


Fortis Healthcare falls on listing of fresh shares

A fresh 34.99 million shares allotted to QIBs are admitted to trading with effect from today.

Divi's Lab dips on weak Q4 earnings

Q4 consolidated profit down 17% yoy at Rs 181 crore due to foreign exchange loss.

Changing global strategy outweighs India concerns for Cipla

While Medpro acquisition will add to earnings, increasing focus on developed markets should drive revenue in the long run


Royal Enfield kickstarts entry into new markets

With a new plant and product line, the bike has buoyed Eicher Motor's fortunes too

Atul Auto Q4 net rises 72%

Net sales during the quarter increased from Rs 82.66 cr to Rs 96.91 cr, up 17%

Unions, left-wing outfits demand release of Maruti workers

Slam Police lathi-charge on demonstration by families of 147 workers arrested last July for Gurgaon violence


Hotel Leela Venture Q4 net loss at Rs 142 cr

It had posted a net profit of Rs 209.66 crore for the corresponding quarter previous fiscal

Tech Mahindra to deliver Aspect's IP solutions

Tech Mahindra will be channel partner in Asia Pacific and Europe, Middle East and Africa markets

Branding beyond the Taj

How the Tata hotel chain is tackling the transition challenges of multiple brands


BHEL: Desperate bid to preserve cash

Unless the company takes a relook at its dividend policy, there is little hope of plugging the leak in its cash-box.

Kalindee Rail rallies on winning fresh orders

The company has garnered three large value projects each of around Rs 200 crore from Railways in the second half of the last year.

Aramco awards Midyan gas project to L&T

SPA did not give a value for the contract but industry sources estimated it to be worth less than $300 million


HeidelbergCement sells its Maha grinding unit to JSW Group

Indian arm of German cement maker had been exploring possible ways of improving margins of this grinding unit

Gokaldas Exports reduces net loss to Rs 11 crore in Q4

Sales income during the quarter increases 7.6% to Rs 254 crore

Astral Poly Technik surges on robust Q4 profit

The board has also approved sub-division of the face value of Rs 5 each to Rs 2 each.


Adhunik begins commercial ops of power plant unit in J'khand

The commercial operation of the first unit commenced on January 21 this year

CIL net up 90% on dividend income

Company's fourth quarter standalone net sales down 21% to Rs 122 cr

SAIL chief makes plan for timely completion of Burnpur project

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Nestle India hits new high

The stock has outperformed the market by gaining 8% post Q1 earnings compared to 2.3% rise in benchmark Sensex.

Nestle plans Punjab milk unit expansion

Dairy major Nestle India today said it will invest Rs 250 crore on expansion and modernisation of its existing milk plant at Moga in Punjab

GSK Consumer tanks after surging 26% in one week

The stock has surged 15% in two trading sessions after MSCI included the company in its index.


CBI probe into Deccan Chronicle on: Canara Bank

CMD says action should be taken against the media company

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Sun TV Q4 profit up by 12%

Company announces 19% hike in advertising rates; income increases 11%


Over 15,000 MW capacity plants stuck due to zero supply by RIL

Six of NTPC's seven gas-based power plants have zero gas available with them

Essar Oil to sign $1 billion debt-for-fuel deal with China

Essar Oil could sign a preliminary agreement with China Development Bank (CDB) on Tuesday

IOC achieves technological breakthrough

IOC has developed technology that will help advance the use of non-edible oil extracted from plants like Jatropha in auto fuels


Voltas: Hopes of recovery dashed

Company dashed hopes on the Street with its net profit falling 90% for the quarter ending March 2013 as against expectations of a 40% drop

Adani Enterprises posts standalone net loss in Q4

Standalone income in fourth quarter surges by 130 per cent to Rs 3,587 crore

Gas distribution bids for seven cities to be cleared soon

Adani, GSPC, EIL and Gail Gas to benefit


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