Industry
Bombay High Court pulls up Maharashtra government over Adarsh scam
21 Dec 2010
It is a clear-cut case of manipulation by the collectorate, the state revenue ministry and urban development ministry, the court observed
Russian potash producers Uralkali and Silvinit in $24 billion merger plan
21 Dec 2010
The deal needs approval from the governments of India, Poland, China, Brazil and the US, as these countries are their main buyers
TAPI gas pipeline draws unexpected support
21 Dec 2010
CBI begins grilling Niira Radia in 2G spectrum probe
21 Dec 2010
Making a departure from its standard practice, the CBI questioned Radia at her South Delhi home instead of summoning her to its headquarters
Government delays decision on diesel prices
21 Dec 2010
The delay translates to continued losses of Rs6.09 per litre of diesel, Rs17.72 per litre of kerosene and Rs272.19 per 14.2 kg on a domestic LPG cylinder to OMCs at the retail level
TTSL, RCom directed to hold back 3G services launch
21 Dec 2010
The companies have, however, denied receiving such directions and said the DoT communication applied only to video calls on the 3G platform
Rio Tinto may battle Indian steel majors for Riversdale Mining
21 Dec 2010
Rio Tinto, the world’s third-largest mining company, yesterday formalised a A$3.78 billion bid for Mozambique-focused coal miner, Riversdale Mining - a move likely to attract counter bids from Indian and global steel majors.
Novartis plans $500 million investment in Russia
21 Dec 2010
ANZ puts Oswal's Burrup Fertilisers in Australia under receivership
20 Dec 2010
Oswal, who blamed partner Yara's refusal to support Burrup's plan to increase ammonia price for the unfortunate situation, welcomed attempts by the bank to broker a resolution.
CBI summons Raja for questioning
20 Dec 2010
Anglo American mulls buying Oppenheimer family's stake in De Beers
20 Dec 2010
Anglo American, the diversified mining company, is mulling purchase of the Oppenheimer family's stake in De Beers, in a bid to gain full control of the world’s largest diamond company.
South Africa’s Wesizwe Platinum secures $877 million Chinese funding
20 Dec 2010
The current deal is also the latest instance of China locking resources around the world to ensure continued growth for its booming economy – the worlds second largest.
Sugar manufacturers gain on export news
17 Dec 2010
Sumitomo Chemical acquires New Chemi Industries
17 Dec 2010
Some relief for Lavasa after slight nod from HC
17 Dec 2010
DoT bars video calling over security concerns
17 Dec 2010
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