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Stock markets end with marginal gains in volatile trade

Stock markets end with marginal gains in volatile trade

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

From the Sensex pack, Asian Paints, ICICI Bank, PowerGrid, Larsen & Toubro, Bajaj Finserv, Bharti Airtel, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Maruti Suzuki India, Axis Bank, UltraTech Cement and HCL Technologies were the only gainers. On the other hand, Eternal, Tata Motors' commercial vehicles arm, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Steel, Bharat Electronics Ltd, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Trent, Tata Consultancy Services, Hindustan Unilever, and Infosys were among the laggards.

India's Tejas crashes during Dubai airshow, pilot dead

India's Tejas crashes during Dubai airshow, pilot dead

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

According to an international media report, the jet crashed in the afternoon local time while flying a demonstration flight at the prestigious air show.

'Direct threat to US': Trump sanctions Indian firms

'Direct threat to US': Trump sanctions Indian firms

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

The Trump administration has sanctioned entities and individuals from India involved in sales of Iran's petroleum and petroleum products, saying the funds from this trade support Tehran's regional terrorist proxies and procure weapons systems that are a direct threat to the US.

Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Records stretching back to 1947 suggest a consistent strategy by Pakistan's military and intelligence apparatus, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), of using terrorism as a state policy against India.

'Efforts to build ties with India, Modi undone in just months'

'Efforts to build ties with India, Modi undone in just months'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen's comments came amid a major downturn between New Delhi and Washington after US President Donald Trump doubled tariffs on Indian goods to a whopping 50 percent, including a 25 percent additional duties for India's purchase of Russian crude oil.

SMAT: Rahane, Surya dazzle in Mumbai's dominant win

SMAT: Rahane, Surya dazzle in Mumbai's dominant win

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Mumbai off to flourishing start in SMAT, beat Railways by 7 wickets

GST collection grows at slower pace of 4.6% in October

GST collection grows at slower pace of 4.6% in October

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Festive buying spree unleashed by lower tax rates pushed gross GST collection to about Rs 1.96 lakh crore in October, registering a 4.6 per cent year-on-year growth -- the slowest rate so far this fiscal.

Pakistan creates new post of Chief of Defence Forces

Pakistan creates new post of Chief of Defence Forces

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Pakistan on Saturday brought in a Constitutional amendment to create a new post of chief of defence forces to ensure greater coordination and unified command among the three services.

IndiGo Crisis: 'Well-Orchestrated To Pressure Government, DGCA'

IndiGo Crisis: 'Well-Orchestrated To Pressure Government, DGCA'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

'Where rostering systems are automated and duty time software interfaces directly with DGCA, the assertion that they suddenly discovered crew shortages is simply implausible.' 'If adequate crew planning hasn't materialised within 12 to 24 months from inception, how will 45 days -- from December 5 to February 12 -- suddenly resolve matters?'

Air India arm axes 4 executives over office party days after Ahmedabad crash

Air India arm axes 4 executives over office party days after Ahmedabad crash

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

In a statement on Friday, AISATS said it has taken "firm disciplinary action" against the people responsible for the party but did not disclose specific details.

Trump to host Pakistan Army chief at White House today

Trump to host Pakistan Army chief at White House today

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

United States President Donald Trump will host Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir for lunch at the White House on Wednesday.

Laid Off? 'Reshape, Learn, Unlearn, Relearn'

Laid Off? 'Reshape, Learn, Unlearn, Relearn'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'Unless you have openness when it comes to accepting what is coming your way and learning afresh, it is not going to be easy.'

Brookfield India REIT to buy office campus in Bengaluru for Rs 13,125 cr

Brookfield India REIT to buy office campus in Bengaluru for Rs 13,125 cr

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Brookfield India Real Estate Trust (BIRET) plans to acquire a large office campus, covering 7.7 million sq ft, in Bengaluru for Rs 13,125 crore to expand its portfolio.

What Amazon Can Learn From Meesho

What Amazon Can Learn From Meesho

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'The Indian consumer is moving so quickly and they have so many options.'

The Secret US Hand In 1962 War

The Secret US Hand In 1962 War

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

India emerged from the war militarily bruised and strategically altered. The United States, under the guise of friendship, had succeeded in achieving what open alignment never could: The psychological and political repositioning of India within the Cold War order, points out Dr Kumar.

In a first, tri-services tableau showcases synergy at Kartavya Path

In a first, tri-services tableau showcases synergy at Kartavya Path

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

India's Republic Day parade featured a tri-services tableau showcasing the country's increasing focus on enhancing synergy among its armed forces. The tableau, themed "Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat" (strong and secure India), displayed a battlefield scenario with indigenous military equipment, including the Arjun main battle tank, Tejas MKII fighter aircraft, and the destroyer INS Visakhapatnam. The display highlighted the Ministry of Defence's commitment to boosting tri-services synergy and jointness in preparation for future conflicts.

ISRO Arm All Set To Launch US Satellite

ISRO Arm All Set To Launch US Satellite

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

'The LVM3 rocket will orbit one Block 2 BlueBird satellite in Low Earth Orbit.'

'Pakistan Under Complete Army Control, Not Good News For India'

'Pakistan Under Complete Army Control, Not Good News For India'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

'Can a nuclear-armed nation sustain itself indefinitely under overt military rule without catastrophic consequences for itself and the region? History suggests otherwise.'

Whenever foreign ideologies came to India...: RSS chief

Whenever foreign ideologies came to India...: RSS chief

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

He said terrorists crossed the border and killed 26 Indians after checking their religion in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, which drew a fitting response from the country, referring to Operation Sindoor.

UPI Goes Global, Fintech Hits A Wall

UPI Goes Global, Fintech Hits A Wall

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

'When you think of cross-border payments, the first things that come to mind are risk, compliance, taxation, speed, and cost.'

Pakistan presses Taliban in Istanbul talks over cross-border terror

Pakistan presses Taliban in Istanbul talks over cross-border terror

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Pakistan has handed over evidence-based demands to mediators in Istanbul talks with the Afghan Taliban, aiming to end cross-border terrorism. The talks follow recent border clashes and aim to defuse tensions between the two sides.

Ranji Trophy: Jaiswal warms up for SA series with big hundred

Ranji Trophy: Jaiswal warms up for SA series with big hundred

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Jaiswal gears up for SA Test with big hundred but Mumbai get only 1 point

SMAT: Abhishek flattens Bengal; Sanju shines for Kerala

SMAT: Abhishek flattens Bengal; Sanju shines for Kerala

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

A round-up of Sunday's action in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy group stage matches.

Ranji Trophy: Batters and Shardul put Mumbai on top

Ranji Trophy: Batters and Shardul put Mumbai on top

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday.

Nykaa net profit more than triples to Rs 34 crore

Nykaa net profit more than triples to Rs 34 crore

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

FSN E-Commerce Ventures Ltd, the parent company of beauty retailer Nykaa, recorded a 3.4x growth in net profit at ~34.43 crore in the second quarter of FY26, up from ~10.04 crore in the corresponding period last year.

Reliance Q2 net profit rises 9.6% YoY, slips sequentially on inventory losses

Reliance Q2 net profit rises 9.6% YoY, slips sequentially on inventory losses

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) on Friday reported a 9.6 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit for the September quarter, driven by strong performance in its consumer-facing retail and telecom businesses and a recovery in its core oil-to-chemicals segment.

BluSmart cab services stay suspended in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai

BluSmart cab services stay suspended in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Electric cab-hailing platform BluSmart remained non-operational on Thursday across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, as the market regulator cracked down on its co-founder over alleged misuse of funds at an affiliated company. BluSmart app, that offered more than 8,000 taxis in the three metros, stopped taking bookings on Wednesday evening and remained unoperational on Thursday as well.

Munir warns India against war in 'nuclearised environment'

Munir warns India against war in 'nuclearised environment'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Pakistan's Army chief, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has warned India of a decisive response to any provocation, emphasizing the dangers of war in a nuclear environment. He also accused India of using terrorism to destabilize Pakistan and urged the resolution of core issues.

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'If the Trump administration could gain access to the nuclear weapons, they would be satisfied -- at least they could control them.'

Why The Americans Were Opposed To Agni

Why The Americans Were Opposed To Agni

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'The heat shield technology for re-entry vehicles was first mastered in DRDO for the Agni missile.' 'This is why the Americans were so opposed to Agni in the 1980s, unlike other missiles -- it was a re-entry vehicle.'

ED searches Soros' funding agency, investment arm in Bengaluru

ED searches Soros' funding agency, investment arm in Bengaluru

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Soros, a Hungarian-American political activist, and his organisations like OSF have been accused by the ruling BJP of acting against India's interests. His utterances during the Adani-Hindenburg controversy also drew criticism from the party.

Ranji Trophy: Shreyas Gopal spins K'taka to big win

Ranji Trophy: Shreyas Gopal spins K'taka to big win

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Karnataka, Maharashtra register innings wins to go 1-2 in Group B of Ranji Tropphy.

SMAT: Mhatre's hurricane ton guides Mumbai to easy win

SMAT: Mhatre's hurricane ton guides Mumbai to easy win

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Mhatre's maiden ton, Dube blitz fire Mumbai to seven-wicket win over Vidarbha

IAF hero rebuilds life after Operation Sindoor injury

IAF hero rebuilds life after Operation Sindoor injury

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

An Indian Air Force paramedic, who lost his hand in an operation, is regaining independence with the help of a cosmetic hand and support from the Artificial Limb Centre in Pune. The centre is also helping other armed forces personnel recover from severe injuries.

Focus on the underserved to deepen financial inclusion: RBI Guv to fintechs

Focus on the underserved to deepen financial inclusion: RBI Guv to fintechs

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday exhorted the fledgling fintech ecosystem to focus on the underserved sections of the society to deepen financial inclusion. Speaking at the annual Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, Malhotra accepted that serving the "privileged" will be a lucrative business, but urged the smaller companies to focus on the underserved.

NDA cadet found hanging in hostel room, suicide suspected

NDA cadet found hanging in hostel room, suicide suspected

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

A first-year cadet at the National Defence Academy (NDA) was found dead in his hostel room, with police suspecting suicide. A court of inquiry has been ordered.

Nitish Kumar Has The Opportunity Of A Lifetime To Change Bihar

Nitish Kumar Has The Opportunity Of A Lifetime To Change Bihar

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

If he cannot do it this term by using his bureaucracy and experts from different fields, it will be a tragedy, asserts Ramesh Menon.

Ranji Trophy: Shami Roars Back Into Form

Ranji Trophy: Shami Roars Back Into Form

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Shami's four-wicket burst sets up Bengal's eight-wicket win over Uttarakhand

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Dr Sonali Ghosh, the first woman to head the Kaziranga National Park and the first Indian to win the IUCN's Kenton Miller Award, has turned her childhood love for nature into an inspiring career in wildlife protection and leadership.

Trump To Boost Pak's F-16s With AIM-120 Missiles

Trump To Boost Pak's F-16s With AIM-120 Missiles

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

The development comes as relations between the two countries showed marked improvement following the four-day military conflict between Pakistan and India in May.