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'2025 could be largest IPO year in Indian history'

'2025 could be largest IPO year in Indian history'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Indian capital markets are witnessing a boom in IPO activity in 2025, with the current calendar year being expected to be the largest IPO year in India's history, according to India heads of foreign banks on Wednesday.

Saker returns to boost England for Ashes 2025

Saker returns to boost England for Ashes 2025

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

He has since returned for key assignments, including the 2022 T20 World Cup victory and both the Ashes and ODI World Cup campaigns in 2023.

Recipe: Bijitha's Thalissery Biryani

Recipe: Bijitha's Thalissery Biryani

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Making biryani the Kerala way.

Security forces set up new camp in Chhattisgarh's Maoist stronghold

Security forces set up new camp in Chhattisgarh's Maoist stronghold

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Security forces have established a new camp in the Karregutta Hills along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, a former Naxal stronghold, following a major anti-Naxal operation.

EC strongly defends TN, Bengal SIR in SC, denies mass voter deletion

EC strongly defends TN, Bengal SIR in SC, denies mass voter deletion

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The Election Commission has defended its Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu in the Supreme Court, refuting allegations of mass deletion of genuine voters as exaggerated and politically motivated.

Mehli Mistry to step down as Tata Trusts Trustee

Mehli Mistry to step down as Tata Trusts Trustee

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Bringing an end to the speculation around Mehli Mistry's trusteeship in the Tata Trusts, the former trustee has officially parted ways with the Tata group, ANI has learned from sources close to Mistry.

2 officials die, another paralysed amid claims of 'SIR pressure'

2 officials die, another paralysed amid claims of 'SIR pressure'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

A series of deaths and health-related incidents involving staff deployed for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in multiple states has triggered alarm, even as West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission, calling the ongoing exercise 'chaotic, coercive and dangerous'.

Asia Cup Trophy Moved To Secret Location In Abu Dhabi

Asia Cup Trophy Moved To Secret Location In Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

A BCCI official visited the ACC headquarters in Dubai last week and asked about the silverware, who was informed by the staff that the trophy was moved to a different location in Abu Dhabi.

Why FII/DII Data is Every Trader's Hidden Edge

Why FII/DII Data is Every Trader's Hidden Edge

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Assessing where their funds are flowing gives traders a hidden edge in predicting the market direction and momentum.

Kerala school teacher gets life term for raping 10-year-old student

Kerala school teacher gets life term for raping 10-year-old student

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

He was also sentenced to 20 years rigorous imprisonment each and a fine of Rs 50,000 each under sections 5(f) (penetrative sexual assault on a child) and 5(l) (penetrative sexual assault on a child more than once) of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act.

SIR to begin in 9 states, 3 UTs tomorrow

SIR to begin in 9 states, 3 UTs tomorrow

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Special Intensive Revision (SIR), the Election Commission's voters' list cleanup exercise, will commence in nine states and three Union territories from Tuesday.

Jemimah Is All About Cool-Girl Energy

Jemimah Is All About Cool-Girl Energy

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Her laid-back style is perfect for the no-drama girl who wants comfort without compromising on the chic.

How Indian Institutions Can Shine On Global Stage

How Indian Institutions Can Shine On Global Stage

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

The recipe for Indian higher education institutions to succeed in the global markets is excellence in academics, promoting contemporary socially relevant material, and enabling individuals (learners) to realise their full potential, suggests N Ravichandran.

IPO Secondary Sales Soar Toward Rs 1 Trn

IPO Secondary Sales Soar Toward Rs 1 Trn

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Market experts say India's IPO ecosystem has matured to support both primary and secondary issuance, rendering the mix less consequential.

Djokovic questions 'special treatment' for Sinner

Djokovic questions 'special treatment' for Sinner

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Novak Djokovic said the shortness and timing of Jannik Sinner's ban this year for an inadvertent doping violation was "odd" and the case would hang over the four-time Grand Slam champion like a cloud for the rest of his career.

Indian boxers punch above weight at World Cup Finals

Indian boxers punch above weight at World Cup Finals

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Preeti shocks world champion Huang; Arundhati, Parveen shine on international return

I'm going to kill that son of a....: Musharraf on AQ Khan's nuke leak

I'm going to kill that son of a....: Musharraf on AQ Khan's nuke leak

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

CIA director George Tenet personally briefed Musharraf that AQ Khan "was betraying Pakistan's nuclear secrets to at least the Libyans and maybe others," prompting an explosive reaction before Khan was placed under years-long house arrest.

On busy first day, CJI bars oral hearing for urgent listing

On busy first day, CJI bars oral hearing for urgent listing

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Justice Surya Kant, on his first day as Chief Justice of India, established a new procedural norm requiring written requests for urgent case listings, with oral requests reserved for extraordinary circumstances. He also addressed various cases, including those related to extrajudicial killings and the removal of a lawyer from a government post.

F1: McLaren's Norris wins in Brazil to extend lead

F1: McLaren's Norris wins in Brazil to extend lead

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

McLaren's Lando Norris won the Sao Paulo Grand Prix to surge 24 points clear in the Formula One championship on Sunday.

Arunachal Key To India-Japan Strategy Against China

Arunachal Key To India-Japan Strategy Against China

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

If they act now, they can reshape the strategic map of Asia without firing a shot. If they wait, the next opportunity will come only after a serious Taiwan Strait incident -- by which time the price will be far higher, and the room for boldness far smaller -- the opportunity may well be lost by then. The question is no longer whether this can or should be done, points out Varun Arya.

Caste blocs enter Karnataka power tussle; Cong on alert

Caste blocs enter Karnataka power tussle; Cong on alert

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

In a fresh twist to the ongoing power struggle in Karnataka, caste groups backing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar on Thursday threw their weight behind them, with one warning Congress against unseating the incumbent CM while the other community strongly batted for Shivakumar's elevation.

Andhra To Build India's First Giga-Scale Air Taxi Hub

Andhra To Build India's First Giga-Scale Air Taxi Hub

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The "Sky Factory" will be one of the world's largest for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL), a manufacturing and assembly process to make electric aircraft that can take off, hover, and land vertically. It will put India on the "map of next-generation aviation" and marks one of the most ambitious eVTOL initiatives in the world, said a state government statement.

Sensational Sonal!

Sensational Sonal!

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Sonal Chauhan is stepping into the gritty world of Mirzapur: The Film, off-screen, however, her style is radically different.

'They're now role models for the young girls in India'

'They're now role models for the young girls in India'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

India joined Australia, England, and New Zealand as ICC Women's Cricket World Cup winners, and, like the latter two, achieved this feat for the first time on home soil.

Will Nitish get a record 5th term? Bihar to decide today

Will Nitish get a record 5th term? Bihar to decide today

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

People of Bihar wait with bated breath for Friday's counting of votes polled in the recent assembly elections, which will decide whether Janata Dal-United supremo Nitish Kumar, the state's longest-serving chief minister, will get a record fifth term or whether a change in government will be witnessed.

'If You Can Make a Difference, Just Do It'

'If You Can Make a Difference, Just Do It'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'There'll be extended periods where things aren't working in your favour. But if you believe in the cause profoundly, then you simply persevere.'

Intense lobbying on as both JD-U and BJP want speaker's post

Intense lobbying on as both JD-U and BJP want speaker's post

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Intense lobbying continues among NDA partners in Bihar to finalize cabinet berths and the Assembly Speaker post ahead of the swearing-in ceremony. Consensus is being sought between BJP and JD(U) for the Speaker's position, while new faces are expected in the cabinet. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for November 20.

'Gopi Was A Champion Of Enterprise'

'Gopi Was A Champion Of Enterprise'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'What made Gopi a man above others was his belief that business carried a broader purpose -- creating opportunity and bridging cultures.' Lakshmi Mittal, executive chairman, ArcelorMittal, pays tribute to Gopichand Hinduja who passed into the ages on November 4, 2025.

Shah Bano's daughter seeks stay on Emraan Hashmi's Haq

Shah Bano's daughter seeks stay on Emraan Hashmi's Haq

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Siddiqa Begum, daughter and legal heir of Shah Bano, has served a legal notice on the makers "for immediate restraint on the publication, screening, promotion, or release of the upcoming film."

51 crore reward for India's World Cup queens!

51 crore reward for India's World Cup queens!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

India won their maiden Women's World Cup title with a 52-run victory over South Africa at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.

What Gave Birth To Maoists In Bastar

What Gave Birth To Maoists In Bastar

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The Maoists in Bastar went from one village to another with kits providing badly needed medical intervention. The medical help was one key reason why the tribals were attracted to the Maoists, points out M R Narayan Swamy.

US Judgment Against Byju Raveendran Faces Steep Hurdles in India

US Judgment Against Byju Raveendran Faces Steep Hurdles in India

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

A US court's $1.07-billion default judgment against Byju Raveendran can't be enforced directly in India because the US isn't a "reciprocating territory." Creditors must file a new case in an Indian court.

PVL: Mumbai Meteors breeze past Delhi Toofans

PVL: Mumbai Meteors breeze past Delhi Toofans

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Mumbai Meteors registered a 3-0 win in the Prime Volleyball League, defeating Delhi Toofans 15-12, 15-10, 15-11, in Hyderabad, on Wednesday.

Lakshya Sen rallies to enter Australian Open final

Lakshya Sen rallies to enter Australian Open final

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Lakshya Sen stormed into the men's singles final of the Australian Open Super 500 badminton tournament after a gritty three-game victory over world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei in the semi-finals, in Sydney, on Saturday.

India's selective with flying rights: IndiGo CEO rebuts Emirates

India's selective with flying rights: IndiGo CEO rebuts Emirates

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

'India is giving selective traffic rights wherever it makes sense to allocate those traffic rights.'

PIX: Vintage Kohli blows SA away in first ODI

PIX: Vintage Kohli blows SA away in first ODI

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Senior batter Virat Kohli's awesome genius in 50-over format was on full view during his 52nd hundred that guided India to a strong 349 for eight against South Africa in the first ODI of the three-match series in Ranchi on Sunday.

CM change issue 'secret deal' among 4-5 people: DKS

CM change issue 'secret deal' among 4-5 people: DKS

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

The power tussle within the ruling party has intensified, amid speculation about chief minister change in the state, after the Congress government reached the halfway mark of its five-year term on November 20, citing an alleged "power-sharing" agreement involving CM Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar in 2023.

How A Silk Sari Started A Fashion Revolution

How A Silk Sari Started A Fashion Revolution

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'Women weavers are hardworking, open to learning, resilient.' 'They finish their cooking, housework, puja, then they come to weave.' 'They care about design. They care about beauty.'

Myself, Rahul ji, Sonia ji will resolve: Kharge on K'taka power tussle

Myself, Rahul ji, Sonia ji will resolve: Kharge on K'taka power tussle

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Amid speculation over leadership change in Karnataka, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the issue will be resolved after discussions with senior leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, while deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar claimed there is unity in the party.

'Govt Has Executed A Commendable Task'

'Govt Has Executed A Commendable Task'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'...not merely in managing fiscal mathematics, but in demonstrating conservatism and prudence within that framework.' 'Looking forward, we believe sufficient growth drivers exist -- ranging from government reforms to revival in consumption to favourable monsoons. Numerous factors support the Indian economy.'