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India's forex reserves drop $11.68 bn to $716.81 bn

India's forex reserves drop $11.68 bn to $716.81 bn

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

India's forex reserves dropped by $11.683 billion to $716.810 billion during the week ended March 6, the RBI said on Friday.

Centre Cracks Down on GLP-1 Drug Misuse

Centre Cracks Down on GLP-1 Drug Misuse

Rediff.com3 days ago

Inspections conducted across 49 entities including pharmacies, wholesalers, and clinics to detect violations and misleading marketing practices.

Jefferies Predicts Strong Growth for Paytm, Retains 'Buy' Rating

Jefferies Predicts Strong Growth for Paytm, Retains 'Buy' Rating

Rediff.com5 days ago

Brokerage firm Jefferies maintains a 'Buy' rating for Paytm, citing its dominant merchant payments platform and projected revenue growth.

IEA advocates work from home, reduced air travel to tackle oil shock

IEA advocates work from home, reduced air travel to tackle oil shock

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has proposed immediate demand-side measures, including remote work, lower speed limits, and reduced air travel, to mitigate the impact of a global oil supply shock caused by Middle East disruptions.

How Much Did Dhurandhar Movies Cost?

How Much Did Dhurandhar Movies Cost?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Despite improvisations, the final film remains about 95 to 96 percent faithful to Aditya Dhar's original script.

Auqib Nabi eyes India call-up after bagging big bucks at IPL auction

Auqib Nabi eyes India call-up after bagging big bucks at IPL auction

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Jammu and Kashmir's Auqib Nabi discusses his IPL journey with Delhi Capitals and his ambition to represent India on the international stage.

Record 500 million ticket demand for 2026 WC

Record 500 million ticket demand for 2026 WC

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Beyond the three host nations, the highest number of applications came from Germany, England, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, Argentina and Colombia.

Uttarakhand: 20 lakh LPG cylinders needed for Char Dham Yatra

Uttarakhand: 20 lakh LPG cylinders needed for Char Dham Yatra

Rediff.com1 days ago

Around 2 million commercial and domestic LPG cylinders will be required to meet demand from hotels, restaurants, and roadside eateries during the upcoming Char Dham Yatra 2026, according to Prajapati Nautiyal, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) for the Char Dham Yatra Administration Organisation.

Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Day 8: Ranveer Singh's Film Earns Rs 675 Cr, Shows No Signs Of Slowing

Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Day 8: Ranveer Singh's Film Earns Rs 675 Cr, Shows No Signs Of Slowing

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar: The Revenge is smashing box office records, raking in Rs 681.27 crore (Rs 6.81 billion) in India and exceeding Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) worldwide, solidifying the actor's status as a bankable star. Check daily collection, trends, and box office performance.

Assam Heroin Bust Sparks Northeast Drug Alarm

Assam Heroin Bust Sparks Northeast Drug Alarm

Rediff.com1 days ago

The latest seizure adds to a series of drug hauls reported from Assam and other northeastern states in recent months, indicating the persistence of trafficking routes across the region.

Indian Citizen Dies in Riyadh Amidst West Asia Conflict

Indian Citizen Dies in Riyadh Amidst West Asia Conflict

Rediff.com7 days ago

An Indian national was killed in a missile attack on Riyadh, bringing the total number of Indian fatalities in the West Asia conflict to six. The Indian embassy in Riyadh has expressed condolences and is providing assistance to the family.

Quantum-Enhanced AI System Translates Brain Signals into Wheelchair Movement

Quantum-Enhanced AI System Translates Brain Signals into Wheelchair Movement

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Researchers at Birla Institute of Technology-Mesra have developed a brain-computer interface (BCI) system that translates brain signals into real-time wheelchair navigation commands using a hybrid quantum-enhanced deep learning model.

SCARY! India's Graduates Face Job Crunch

SCARY! India's Graduates Face Job Crunch

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Less than half of all graduates were employed, with 48.8 per cent reporting some form of work.

Gulf War: US, Israel Didn't Expect This To Happen

Gulf War: US, Israel Didn't Expect This To Happen

Rediff.com1 days ago

The United States, which entered this war in expectation of a short, sharp win along the Venezuela model, is now preparing for deeper involvement in a conflict it does not fully control, without the allies it typically relies on, against an adversary that is not behaving as expected, in a global environment that is already absorbing economic shock. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

White House dismisses reports of peace talks in Pakistan as 'speculation'

White House dismisses reports of peace talks in Pakistan as 'speculation'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Iranian representatives have conveyed to the Trump administration that they are unwilling to resume talks with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, preferring instead to engage with Vice President J D Vance.

India-Africa Initiative Aims to Bridge AI Skills Gap

India-Africa Initiative Aims to Bridge AI Skills Gap

Rediff.com17 hours ago

JNS Cloud Solutions, in partnership with upGrad Enterprise, has launched the Africa AI Skilling Initiative to accelerate digital transformation and address the skills gap in Africa.

Bollywood's Most Successful Sequels

Bollywood's Most Successful Sequels

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Sequels have traditionally been successful at the box office, especially when they take the story forward. Let's take a look at some such films.

FBI Boosts Reward for 'Ten Most Wanted' List, Including Indian National

FBI Boosts Reward for 'Ten Most Wanted' List, Including Indian National

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The FBI has increased the reward money to USD one million for information leading to the capture of fugitives on its Ten Most Wanted list, which includes an Indian national wanted in a murder case and a cyber criminal involved in an ATM jackpotting scheme.

Iran claims world's first hit on US F-35 Lightning 2

Iran claims world's first hit on US F-35 Lightning 2

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

US defence officials confirmed that an F-35 did perform an emergency landing after an Iranian surface-to-air missile (SAM) barrage, with the pilot safe and an investigation underway.

Reality check gets India on investors' realty list

Reality check gets India on investors' realty list

Rediff.com5 days ago

Escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia are prompting investors with exposure to Dubai's real estate market to reassess their portfolios. And, in this rejig, India is emerging as a stable destination for capital investment and long-term growth.

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'He is not accessible even to his family, his wife or his mother or his father. No one.' 'He has created a barrier so that nobody can go and talk to him.' 'This kind of a mentality is a big question mark in politics.'

8 Safest Countries To Flee To If WW3 Starts Tomorrow

8 Safest Countries To Flee To If WW3 Starts Tomorrow

Rediff.com2 days ago

Amid growing international instability, folks all over the world are wondering if there is any country that can be considered a secure refuge, should this conflict expand into a larger war, drawing in many more nations.

EC releases Bengal's post-SIR supplementary list, silent on deleted voters

EC releases Bengal's post-SIR supplementary list, silent on deleted voters

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Election Commission is yet to disclose the number of voters whose names have been included or deleted following the SIR adjudication process in poll-bound West Bengal.

ED Files Chargesheet Against Former Reliance Communications President in Loan Fraud Case

ED Files Chargesheet Against Former Reliance Communications President in Loan Fraud Case

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against former Reliance Communications president Punit Garg and another individual in connection with a money laundering probe linked to an alleged Rs 40,000 crore bank loan fraud.

Skye Air Raises $9M to Fuel Hyperlocal Drone Delivery Growth

Skye Air Raises $9M to Fuel Hyperlocal Drone Delivery Growth

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Skye Air Mobility has raised USD 9 million in a Series B funding round to expand its hyperlocal drone delivery services across key metropolitan markets in India.

Record-Breaking Start Predicted For Dhurandhar 2

Record-Breaking Start Predicted For Dhurandhar 2

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Dhurandhar: The Revenge is set to create mayhem in theatres this week.

Which States Have High LPG Consumption?

Which States Have High LPG Consumption?

Rediff.com4 days ago

India is home to more than 33 crore LPG users, yet consumption habits differ sharply from one region to the next. In metropolitan hubs such as Delhi, cooking gas is used far more frequently. In contrast, families in predominantly rural states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh tend to make a cylinder last close to two months, as per PPAC estimates for 2025-26.

'Petrol Shortage League'? PSL Sparks Meme Fest

'Petrol Shortage League'? PSL Sparks Meme Fest

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board is adapting the 2026 Pakistan Super League due to a fuel shortage, with matches played without fans and at only two venues.

Pakistani Drone Drops Heroin Near Jammu Border: Police Investigate

Pakistani Drone Drops Heroin Near Jammu Border: Police Investigate

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Over 1.5 kg of heroin, estimated to be worth over 80 million, was recovered near the International Border in Jammu after being dropped by a Pakistani drone.

DBS Bank India Enables Direct Tax Payments via TIN 2.0

DBS Bank India Enables Direct Tax Payments via TIN 2.0

Rediff.com4 days ago

DBS Bank India has launched a direct tax payment facility after authorisation from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). Utkarsh Small Finance Bank partners with Mumbai Indians as banking partner for T20 League 2026.

Faridabad Police Nab Two in BJP Leader's Office Shooting and Extortion Case

Faridabad Police Nab Two in BJP Leader's Office Shooting and Extortion Case

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Faridabad Police arrested two men, including a student, after a shootout for allegedly firing at a BJP leader's office and demanding extortion money.

Iran naval commander leading closure of Hormuz killed, claims Israel

Iran naval commander leading closure of Hormuz killed, claims Israel

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced a series of military operations against US and Israeli targets in retaliation for earlier airstrikes. The IRGC claims to have launched multiple missile and drone strikes, and has warned against any potential ground operations within Iranian territory.

Dhurandhar The Revenge Has Record-Breaking Opening

Dhurandhar The Revenge Has Record-Breaking Opening

Rediff.com5 days ago

For the first time ever, a single day collections of a film -- and that too in just one language -- went past the Rs 100 crore mark (Rs 1 billion) after the opening weekend.

Assets Attached in United Services Club Financial Fraud Investigation

Assets Attached in United Services Club Financial Fraud Investigation

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached assets worth approximately Rs 34.51 crore in connection with an alleged financial fraud involving the United Services Club in south Mumbai.

Iran war: Fiscal pressures on govt may mount next FY, say experts

Iran war: Fiscal pressures on govt may mount next FY, say experts

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Revenue collection next financial year may be affected, and, along with this, subsidies on food and fertilisers can go up if the war in West Asia drags for long, according to experts.

'You Inspired Millions To Reach For The Sky'

'You Inspired Millions To Reach For The Sky'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'My lasting memory of you is your absolute humility in the face of hardships as well as success.'

Ronaldo's Eid message goes viral

Ronaldo's Eid message goes viral

Rediff.com7 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo shared an Eid Mubarak message with his fans, dressed in traditional attire, which quickly went viral. This highlights his connection with local culture since joining Al-Nassr. He is currently recovering from an injury and was ruled out of Portugal's friendlies.

Gulf War: India Is In A Catch-22 Situation

Gulf War: India Is In A Catch-22 Situation

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's handling of the Iran crisis reflects a growing strain between strategic autonomy and geopolitical alignment, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Market Volatility: What Investors Must Do

Market Volatility: What Investors Must Do

Rediff.com1 days ago

Do not exit in panic or buy falling stocks without reassessing fundamentals; instead, build a watchlist and invest gradually with a disciplined, long-term approach.

Cybercrime Ring Busted: Delhi Police Uncovers Digital Arrest and Fake IPO Scams

Cybercrime Ring Busted: Delhi Police Uncovers Digital Arrest and Fake IPO Scams

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested six individuals linked to interstate cybercrime syndicates involved in digital arrest, fake IPO, and trading scams, recovering millions of rupees.