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Debt Recovery Overhaul Likely In Budget

Debt Recovery Overhaul Likely In Budget

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The Centre is considering amendments to the Recovery of Debt and Bankruptcy Act in the Budget to allow some Debt Recovery Tribunals to focus only on high-value cases.

Deepika, Priyanka, Shehnaaz Master The Art Of...

Deepika, Priyanka, Shehnaaz Master The Art Of...

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

A jacket is no longer just an afterthought you throw on when it gets chilly. It has quietly become the highlight of many outfits.

Lessons To Learn From The Tatas

Lessons To Learn From The Tatas

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Usually, in the western view, corporate success is attributed to efficiency, organisational structure, and scale. R Gopalakrishnan and Harish Bhat argue that philosophy, culture, and the transmission of values are more important for sustaining growth and profitability of an enterprise over a period of time.

History made! J&K lift fiirst-ever BCCI title

History made! J&K lift fiirst-ever BCCI title

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Under-16 team clinched the Vijay Merchant Trophy Plate Group title

Nitin Nabin elected BJP chief unopposed; youngest in party history

Nitin Nabin elected BJP chief unopposed; youngest in party history

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Nitin Nabin, a five-time Bihar MLA, has been elected unopposed as the BJP national president, becoming the youngest person to hold the position. His appointment signals a generational shift in the party's leadership as it prepares for key state elections.

Sensex, Nifty tank nearly 1%

Sensex, Nifty tank nearly 1%

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

From the 30-Sensex firms, NTPC, ICICI Bank, Adani Ports, Bharti Airtel, Sun Pharma and Bajaj Finance were among the biggest laggards. However, Asian Paints, HCL Tech, Bharat Electronics and Reliance Industries were among the gainers.

Nitin Nabin takes over as BJP's 12th president

Nitin Nabin takes over as BJP's 12th president

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Nitin Nabin has been formally declared as the BJP national president, succeeding J P Nadda. The leadership transition was witnessed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior ministers.

India, UAE seal defence pact, set $200 bn trade target

India, UAE seal defence pact, set $200 bn trade target

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Under the defence partnership, India and the UAE are eyeing defence industrial collaboration and cooperation in advanced technologies, cyberspace training, special operations, interoperability of their militaries and counter terrorism.

SIR Phase 2: 6.5 cr voters dropped from draft rolls of 12 states

SIR Phase 2: 6.5 cr voters dropped from draft rolls of 12 states

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

The Election Commission removed 6.5 crore electors from the draft electoral rolls of nine states and three Union territories as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The removals are due to voters being absent, shifted, deceased, or duplicates.

70% Of Nifty 500 Stocks Bleed In January 2026

70% Of Nifty 500 Stocks Bleed In January 2026

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

This is the second-worst performance by the pack during this period over the last five years since CY20.

US ATTACKS VENEZUELA, CAPTURES PRESIDENT MADURO

US ATTACKS VENEZUELA, CAPTURES PRESIDENT MADURO

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

President of the United States Donald Trump on Saturday confirmed that the US had carried out a large strike against Venezuela during which the incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were captured and taken out of the country.

Was Maduro's Capture A Warning Shot To China?

Was Maduro's Capture A Warning Shot To China?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

China has made serious inroads into Latin America, which the US may now be hinting is simply not ok: Stay in your lane, Xi! In simple terms, China will no longer have access to Venezuelan oil, points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

77th Republic Day parade to witness many firsts

77th Republic Day parade to witness many firsts

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The upcoming Republic Day Parade will center around the sesquicentenary of 'Vande Mataram,' featuring themed decorations, performances, and special guests.

Iran moves UNSC after Trump's appeal to protesters

Iran moves UNSC after Trump's appeal to protesters

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Iran has formally appealed to the United Nations Security Council and the UN Secretary-General, accusing the United States of inciting violence, interfering in Iran's internal affairs, and threatening military action, according to an official letter circulated by Iran's Permanent Mission to the UN.

Assam Becomes First State To Enter Oil Production

Assam Becomes First State To Enter Oil Production

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Assam has become the first state in India to directly venture into oil production, following the discovery of hydrocarbons at the Namrup-Borhat block.

China sanctions 20 US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales

China sanctions 20 US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

China has imposed sanctions on 20 US defence firms in response to the Trump administration's approval of a record USD 11.1 billion arms sales package to Taiwan.

Delhi Braces For Heavy Calendar In 2026

Delhi Braces For Heavy Calendar In 2026

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Among major engagements in 2026 is the visit of the European Union leadership, chief guests at the Republic Day parade.

Iltija Mufti defends cricketer after Palestine flag sparks probe

Iltija Mufti defends cricketer after Palestine flag sparks probe

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

PDP leader Iltija Mufti defends a cricketer who displayed the Palestine flag on his helmet, criticizing restrictions on freedom of expression in Jammu and Kashmir and accusing the BJP of imposing Hindutva ideology.

US may use military to 'acquire Greenland': White House

US may use military to 'acquire Greenland': White House

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

The White House said on Tuesday that it is considering 'a range of options' to acquire Greenland, and that the use of military is not off the table, CNN reported, citing Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday.

Beijing dodges India's Indus Treaty move at China-Pak strategic talks

Beijing dodges India's Indus Treaty move at China-Pak strategic talks

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

China and Pakistan concluded their strategic dialogue, reiterating their opposition to unilateral actions in South Asia and discussing Kashmir, Afghanistan, and trilateral cooperation.

Sensex, Nifty close marginally lower on foreign fund outflows

Sensex, Nifty close marginally lower on foreign fund outflows

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

From the 30-Sensex firms, Eternal, Infosys, Asian Paints, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finance, HCL Tech and Titan were among the biggest laggards. However, Tata Steel, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Finserv and Axis Bank were among the biggest gainers.

Amartya Sen gets summons over SIR; no need to attend hearing, says EC

Amartya Sen gets summons over SIR; no need to attend hearing, says EC

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

The Election Commission (EC) clarified that Nobel laureate Amartya Sen is not required to appear for a hearing regarding discrepancies in the spelling of his name in the voter list. The correction will be handled administratively. The EC also issued instructions to ensure timely delivery of notices related to voter list discrepancies.

After weight switch, Nitu Ghanghas eyes Olympic medal

After weight switch, Nitu Ghanghas eyes Olympic medal

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

With 48kg not part of the Olympic programme, the choices were limited.

'I don't need international law': Trump on Greenland

'I don't need international law': Trump on Greenland

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

He spoke about North Atlantic Treaty Organisaiton (NATO) and Greenland, with an emphasis on ownership, while also hinting that China would not take any steps against Taiwan, till Trump was in office.

China dares Japan with military drills in Taiwan Strait

China dares Japan with military drills in Taiwan Strait

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

The Chinese military on Monday started new major drills in the 'middle areas' of the Taiwan Strait amid rising diplomatic tensions with Japan over Taiwan that Beijing claims as its territory.

Stock markets surge nearly 1% on last trading session of 2025

Stock markets surge nearly 1% on last trading session of 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

From the 30-Sensex firms, Tata Steel, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Reliance Industries, Axis Bank, Titan and Trent were among the biggest gainers. However, Tata Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Bajaj Finance and Sun Pharma, were the laggards.

Deepathoon row: HC bench calls TN govt ban 'ridiculous'

Deepathoon row: HC bench calls TN govt ban 'ridiculous'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Madras high court's Madurai division bench on Tuesday upheld a single judge's order allowing lighting of a lamp on what is claimed as 'deepathoon' on the Thirupparankundram hill in Tamil Nadu.

NHRC issues notice to states, UTs over HIV+ blood transfusion cases

NHRC issues notice to states, UTs over HIV+ blood transfusion cases

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The NHRC has issued notices to all states and Union territories following reports of children testing HIV positive after blood transfusions in Madhya Pradesh. The commission is seeking detailed reports on the matter within four weeks.

From fear to footfalls: Kashmir tourism's slow return after Pahalgam

From fear to footfalls: Kashmir tourism's slow return after Pahalgam

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

The Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir impacted tourism, but recovery efforts are underway with government initiatives and events to promote the region and boost MICE tourism.

'China could suffer up to 100,000 casualties in failed Taiwan invasion'

'China could suffer up to 100,000 casualties in failed Taiwan invasion'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The report evaluates the likely military, strategic and international fallout for China under scenarios ranging from a "major war" to a "minor conflict" with Taiwan, Focus Taiwan said.

'Keeping Modi-Shah Away From Mumbai Was Deliberate'

'Keeping Modi-Shah Away From Mumbai Was Deliberate'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'It would have polarised the Marathi-non Marathi divide further. 'Fadnavis had a very clear strategy: Let all Marathi people campaign for us (the BJP), and whatever results we get will be delivered by Marathi people only.'

Sensex sheds 367 points on foreign fund outflows

Sensex sheds 367 points on foreign fund outflows

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

From the 30-Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance, Asian Paints, HCL Tech, Tata Consultancy Services, Eternal and Sun Pharma were among the biggest laggards. However, Titan, NTPC, Axis Bank, UltraTech Cement, Reliance Industries and Hindustan Unilever were the gainers.

Adani Power gets relief as SC nixes SEZ electricity duty

Adani Power gets relief as SC nixes SEZ electricity duty

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Customs duty cannot be levied on electricity supplied from a special economic zone (SEZ) to the domestic market, ruled the Supreme Court on Monday while upholding Adani Power's appeal against a 2019 judgment of the Gujarat high court. The 2019 judgment had denied relief to Adani Power from Customs duty on electricity supplied from its Mundra SEZ unit to the domestic tariff area (DTA).

Sensex tumbles 534 pts dragged by foreign fund outflows, weak global trends

Sensex tumbles 534 pts dragged by foreign fund outflows, weak global trends

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Among Sensex firms, Axis Bank tanked the most by 5.03 per cent. Eternal, HCL Tech, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Steel, UltraTech Cement and Bajaj Finance were also among the laggards. However, Titan, Bharti Airtel, Mahindra & Mahindra and Asian Paints were among the gainers.

Hardik operating at another level mentally: Steyn

Hardik operating at another level mentally: Steyn

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

South African pace great Dale Steyn described Hardik Pandya as a superhero who "operates at another level mentally" with an unmatched aura. His comments came after the flamboyant India all-rounder's scintillating knock in the fifth T20I in Ahmedabad on Friday.

China Slams Salman's Battle Of Galwan

China Slams Salman's Battle Of Galwan

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

The Chinese State-affiliated media outlet Global Times has accused the film of exaggeration and presenting a 'one-sided narrative' of the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops.

Freedom At Midnight 2 Review: Terrifying History Reminder

Freedom At Midnight 2 Review: Terrifying History Reminder

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Whether Freedom At Midnight 2 has a political agenda, a bias or two will be read into it, depending on the affiliation of who is watching, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Assam Detains 7 Bangladeshis After Illegal Re-Entry

Assam Detains 7 Bangladeshis After Illegal Re-Entry

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

There have been several instances in which Bangladeshi nationals who were pushed back after being identified as illegal entrants have re-entered Assam.

US warns Beijing as Chinese vessels encircle Taiwan

US warns Beijing as Chinese vessels encircle Taiwan

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The United States has warned China against escalating tensions as Taiwan detected multiple Chinese naval vessels, official ships and balloons operating around the island amid Beijing's large-scale live-fire military drills.

Paes, Gopichand to join PM Modi in VBYLD 2026

Paes, Gopichand to join PM Modi in VBYLD 2026

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports aimed at giving India's youth a "meaningful role in shaping the vision of a Viksit Bharat".