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Palghar Brick Kiln Owner Faces Charges For Forced Labour

Palghar Brick Kiln Owner Faces Charges For Forced Labour

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A brick kiln owner in Palghar district has been booked for allegedly forcing a tribal labourer to work against his will after the labourer sought to return to his village to build a house sanctioned under a government scheme.

India Beat Bangladesh To Secure SAFF Semifinal Spot

India Beat Bangladesh To Secure SAFF Semifinal Spot

Rediff.com31 May 2026

India defeated Bangladesh 3-0 to top Group B and secure a semifinal spot in the SAFF Women's Championship. Goals from Pyari Xaxa, Lynda Kom Serto, and Malavika P sealed the victory, marking India's first win against Bangladesh in seven years.

AI deals rising, but IT sector earnings lag

AI deals rising, but IT sector earnings lag

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Indian IT stocks have seen a significant decline of up to 33 per cent year-to-date in 2026, largely due to artificial intelligence (AI) disrupting traditional outsourcing models, leading analysts to predict a challenging FY27 for the sector despite some cushion from rupee depreciation.

Maruti, Kia hit record sales in May, defying fuel price surge

Maruti, Kia hit record sales in May, defying fuel price surge

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Indian carmakers, including Maruti Suzuki and Kia India, reported robust sales growth in May 2026, with both companies achieving their highest-ever monthly sales despite rising fuel prices. Maruti Suzuki's domestic sales surged to 1,93,535 units, while Kia India recorded 27,586 units, driven by strong demand in mini and compact segments and a shift towards electric and CNG vehicles.

RIL Flags 'Extreme Volatility' Risks from West Asia Conflict, Silent on Jio IPO

RIL Flags 'Extreme Volatility' Risks from West Asia Conflict, Silent on Jio IPO

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has expressed caution regarding 'extreme volatility' risks stemming from the West Asian conflict, which could impact global oil demand and the company's margins, while also noting that near-term retail consumption demand may remain sensitive to macro conditions. Chairman Mukesh Ambani, in the annual report, remained silent on the timeline for Jio Platforms' anticipated public listing, stating the group will 'continue to evaluate strategic pathways'.

36-YO Cirstea scripts French Open fairytale; Zverev storms into quarters

36-YO Cirstea scripts French Open fairytale; Zverev storms into quarters

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea reached the quarter-final of the French Open, while Matteo Berrettini is rediscovering his confidence after a win.

CBSE mandates 3-language policy for Class 9 students from July

CBSE mandates 3-language policy for Class 9 students from July

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The CBSE has mandated the study of three languages, including at least two native Indian languages, for Class 9 students starting July 1, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023.

Satwik-Chirag Stun World No 1 Pair To Reach Singapore Open Final

Satwik-Chirag Stun World No 1 Pair To Reach Singapore Open Final

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated the world number one pair from Korea to reach the final of the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament.

Gripen fighters escort Modi's plane on arrival in Sweden

Gripen fighters escort Modi's plane on arrival in Sweden

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Sweden to hold talks on trade, technology, defence and other key sectors with his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson.

Sheffield University Backs Greener Aviation With Sustainable Fuel Testing

Sheffield University Backs Greener Aviation With Sustainable Fuel Testing

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The University of Sheffield has announced a major milestone in the push for greener aviation as it produces its first report from testing a new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The research is helping support the faster rollout of low-carbon jet fuels.

Delhi Teenager Beats Rare Bone Cancer After Ventilator Support

Delhi Teenager Beats Rare Bone Cancer After Ventilator Support

Rediff.com14 May 2026

A 17-year-old girl diagnosed with advanced Stage 3 Ewing's Sarcoma, a rare type of bone cancer, has recovered after battling respiratory complications and spending nearly 10 days on ventilator support at a Delhi hospital.

Indian Players Shine At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Indian Players Shine At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Aryaveer Dewan leads a strong Indian contingent into the finals of the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships in Panzhihua, China, with Shiven Agarwal, Anika Dubey, and Amarya Bajaj also competing for titles in their respective categories.

How Shubham Kumar Topped JEE, India's Toughest Exam

How Shubham Kumar Topped JEE, India's Toughest Exam

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Gaya native Shubham Kumar topped the JEE exam by avoiding negative news and social media. He credited his parents, Kota faculties and hard work for his success. Gurugram's Kabeer Chillar secured the second rank. Both students attended the Allen Career Institute in Kota.

Vivo X300: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 200 MP Camera

Vivo X300: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 200 MP Camera

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The flagship Vivo X300 Ultra features a 6.82-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a ZEISS-co-engineered 200MP triple camera system, and a 5800 mm vapour cooling system.

Malicious actors staged DOS attacks on re-evaluation portal: CBSE

Malicious actors staged DOS attacks on re-evaluation portal: CBSE

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The CBSE reported that its re-evaluation portal faced a series of cyberattacks, including a denial-of-service attack, while students accessed the platform for verification and re-evaluation of answer books.

Rubio meets Modi, discusses West Asia, extends Trump's invitation to visit US

Rubio meets Modi, discusses West Asia, extends Trump's invitation to visit US

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed various aspects of India-US bilateral ties, focusing on defence, trade, energy, and technology. Rubio extended an invitation from President Donald Trump for PM Modi to visit the US.

Rupee Fall Hits Study Abroad Dreams

Rupee Fall Hits Study Abroad Dreams

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Compared with a year ago, the effective cost of studying abroad for Indian students has increased by roughly 10%-12% due to currency depreciation and rising living costs.

Day after cyberattack claim, CBSE processes 40,000 re-evaluation requests

Day after cyberattack claim, CBSE processes 40,000 re-evaluation requests

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced that nearly 40,000 students have successfully applied for verification and re-evaluation of Class 12 board exam answer books, despite the portal facing cyberattacks, including a denial-of-service attempt.

IIT-Guwahati To Commercialise Bio-Methanol Production

IIT-Guwahati To Commercialise Bio-Methanol Production

Rediff.com28 May 2026

IIT-Guwahati has partnered with Kaashyap Cleantech Innovations to commercialise bio-methanol production technology, which converts greenhouse gases into a versatile liquid fuel, offering environmental and performance benefits.

India U-20 To Face Uzbekistan In AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

India U-20 To Face Uzbekistan In AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The Indian Under-20 men's team has been drawn into Group B alongside Uzbekistan, Syria, and Bangladesh for the AFC U-20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers, scheduled to take place in Tashkent from August 25 to September 6.

Delhi University Halts St Stephen's Ex-Principal's Absorption

Delhi University Halts St Stephen's Ex-Principal's Absorption

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Delhi University has directed St Stephen's College to halt the absorption of former principal John Varghese into the English department, citing violations of UGC regulations and procedural errors.

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The CBI revisited the crime scene in North 24 Parganas as part of its investigation into the death of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The agency is using advanced 3D scanners to reconstruct the events leading to Rath's death.

As El Nino looms, govt making district-wise plan to tackle weak monsoon

As El Nino looms, govt making district-wise plan to tackle weak monsoon

Rediff.com29 May 2026

"Rather than worrying, preparation is required. Contingency plans will be made for affected districts and crop changes will be considered wherever necessary"

Abhay, Velavan Senthilkumar Off To Winning Start In HCL National Doubles Squash

Abhay, Velavan Senthilkumar Off To Winning Start In HCL National Doubles Squash

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Top seeded pair of Abhay Singh and Velavan Senthilkumar began their title defence in men's doubles with a convincing win in the quarterfinals of the 3rd HCL National Doubles Squash Championships.

India Finalises Squad For SAFF Women's Championship 2026

India Finalises Squad For SAFF Women's Championship 2026

Rediff.com23 May 2026

India has announced its 23-member squad for the SAFF Women's Championship 2026, set to take place in Goa. The team will compete against Maldives and Bangladesh in Group B, with the top two teams advancing to the semi-finals.

Despite Q4 Loss, Analysts See Strong Future for IndiGo

Despite Q4 Loss, Analysts See Strong Future for IndiGo

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Despite reporting a weaker-than-expected net loss of Rs 2,536 crore for Q4FY26, largely due to a significant non-cash forex loss, analysts remain optimistic about IndiGo's long-term prospects, citing strong demand trends, a favourable pricing outlook, and strategic cost-control measures.

Ignored by India, Shardul Thakur gets big T20 League boost

Ignored by India, Shardul Thakur gets big T20 League boost

Rediff.com20 May 2026

India all-rounder Shardul Thakur will be the marquee player for Eagle Thane Strikers in the T20 Mumbai League, which runs from June 1 to 13.

How Sabalenka Beat Osaka To Reach French Open Quarter-Finals

How Sabalenka Beat Osaka To Reach French Open Quarter-Finals

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Aryna Sabalenka overcame Naomi Osaka in a thrilling match to reach the French Open quarter-finals, while other players including Diana Shnaider and Anna Kalinskaya also advanced.

Man Arrested For Threatening Suicide Attack On Bengal CM

Man Arrested For Threatening Suicide Attack On Bengal CM

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A man has been arrested in Kolkata for allegedly sending an email threatening a suicide bomb attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

Paresh Maity Turns Noida Airport Into An Art Landmark

Paresh Maity Turns Noida Airport Into An Art Landmark

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Beneath the high-technology systems and modern infrastructure, Noida international airport is attempting to tell a quieter story -- one rooted in the cultural and spiritual landscape of Uttar Pradesh.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Universal Baby Boss: An Unfolding Fairy Tale

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Universal Baby Boss: An Unfolding Fairy Tale

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

What lies behind Vaibhav's amazing journey over the last couple of years is something beyond mere analysis. By any stretch of imagination, some of the shots he has played seem to remain in the realm of impossibility. Doubtless reams will be written about this and we will still not have a clue, because he would have moved on to newer peaks, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

IPL 2026: Chris Gayle calls Sooryavanshi a new six machine

IPL 2026: Chris Gayle calls Sooryavanshi "a new six machine"

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Chris Gayle praised Rajasthan Royals teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the 15-year-old produced another breathtaking display in the IPL Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Why Riyas Defends Vijayan's Role As Opposition Leader

Why Riyas Defends Vijayan's Role As Opposition Leader

Rediff.com24 May 2026

CPI(M) leader P A Mohamed Riyas has strongly defended former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan against criticism regarding his age and his role as Leader of the Opposition, asserting that Vijayan remains the voice of the neglected.

How Uttar Pradesh's Crime Policy Achieved 93% Conviction Rate

How Uttar Pradesh's Crime Policy Achieved 93% Conviction Rate

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajeev Krishna announced a conviction rate of over 93 per cent due to the state's 'zero tolerance' policy against crime. Authorities seized properties worth nearly Rs 788.38 crore linked to criminal activities.

How Satwik-Chirag Overcame Challenge At Singapore Open

How Satwik-Chirag Overcame Challenge At Singapore Open

Rediff.com29 May 2026

PV Sindhu exited the Singapore Open after losing to An Se Young, while Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the semi-finals.

Can Punjab seal playoff spot? Or will RR, KKR spoil the party?

Can Punjab seal playoff spot? Or will RR, KKR spoil the party?

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Punjab Kings kept their IPL playoff hopes alive after a convincing win over Lucknow Super Giants, but qualification now depends on results involving MI, RR and KKR.

Reliance Begins Green Energy Rollout From Jamnagar Complex

Reliance Begins Green Energy Rollout From Jamnagar Complex

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Reliance Industries has delivered the first batch of solar modules from its green energy complex in Jamnagar, Gujarat, marking the operational rollout of its New Energy business. The company is developing an integrated clean energy manufacturing ecosystem, including solar modules, batteries, green hydrogen, and bio-energy infrastructure.

Indian Banks Must Modernise Tech, Build AI Defences: Barclays India CEO

Indian Banks Must Modernise Tech, Build AI Defences: Barclays India CEO

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Barclays Global Service Centre India MD & CEO Praveen Kumar has urged Indian banks to modernise their technology architecture and build AI-based defence systems to counter emerging cyber threats posed by AI tools.

Vinesh Loses To Meenakshi In Semis; Crashes Out Of Asian Games Trials

Vinesh Loses To Meenakshi In Semis; Crashes Out Of Asian Games Trials

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat was knocked out of the Asian Games selection trials in Delhi on Saturday after losing to Meenakshi Goyat 4-6 in a tense semi-final bout of the women's 53kg event.

Indian Golfers Dagar, Kapoor, and Prashanth Advance at Women's Australian Open

Indian Golfers Dagar, Kapoor, and Prashanth Advance at Women's Australian Open

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Diksha Dagar, Vani Kapoor, and Avani Prashanth made the cut at the Women's Australian Open, while Hitaashee Bakshi and Pranavi Urs missed out. Celine Herbin leads the tournament.