R C Bhargava

Auto sales at 16-yr low: Only a return to cash can ring in a quick turnaround

Clearly the impact of demonetisation is more pronounced on those categories where a large number of units are not financed and those where a majority of sales happen in the rural areas

Dhirubhai Ambani, Mistry, Shanghvi get Padma awards

Business tycoon late Dhirubhai Ambani and construction magnate Pallonji Shapoorji Mistry are among industrialists chosen for this year's highest civilian awards that recognise the country's best talents.

Maruti's parent Suzuki finally get minority shareholders' nod for Guj plant

89.75 percent of minority shareholders voted in favour while 10.25 percent voted against the resolution

In top gear: Maruti to invest Rs 4,000 cr to roll out new models, boost marketing

Out of the total capex planned for the fiscal, the company today released Rs 845 crore for the upcoming plant at Gujarat

Even deep discounts may not lure buyers to car showrooms this December

This is an annual feature which industry veterans know is aimed at pushing advance purchases in December - a month where sales are sluggish for almost everyone since no buyer wants to be saddled with a chassis number which will be an year old in a few days. This affects the vehicle's resale value.

Maruti gears up to strengthen mkt leadership, plans Rs 3,500 cr capex

Bhargava said despite being an election year when traditionally the governments in power are reluctant to introduce unpopular measures, he is hopeful that several reforms which the UPA government is promising, such as implementation of large infrastructure projects, to revive sentiments.

Economic growth needs political certainty: Maruti's Bhargava

MSI also said the auto industry may see positive sales growth this ongoing fiscal but it will not be in large numbers as the market is still reeling under a downturn.

After Manesar, Maruti shareholders urge better labour relations

Maruti Suzuki shareholders on Tuesday urged India's biggest carmaker to be more sensitive to labour disputes

Maruti Suzuki to start paying royalty to parent company in Indian rupee

Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) Chairman R C Bhargava said the move would insulate the company from foreign exchange fluctuations.<br />