'I don't think the government will sacrifice such a fine institution for monetary gains.'
Devotees had their first glimpse of Lalbaugcha Raja on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 7 pm
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is facing a thinning of its top management as Managing Director Dinesh Pant exits to join Irdai, leaving one of four MD posts vacant. This comes amidst broader staffing challenges across several public sector insurers and a headless Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB).
The portfolio could be split between listed and unlisted investments, or structured along sectoral lines.
Family members and several members from the film fraternity were present at Mumbai's Pawan Hans crematorium to pay their last respects.
rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, clarifies doubts and guides young aspirants on eligibility for science, and engineering entrance exams.
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) Managing Director and CEO Shailesh Chandra stated that the ongoing tussle between Tata Sons and Tata Trusts is 'of no concern' to TMPV, as it is an independently listed company focused on its own strategy.
Vir Das has achieved his third International Emmy nomination for his Netflix special Vir Das: Fool Volume, making him the first Indian performer to receive three such nominations.
Srinagar's picturesque Dal Lake recently transformed into a unique open-air floating cinema for the International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir 2026, captivating audiences with Bollywood classics against a stunning natural backdrop.
Students at a private university in Patiala protested and allegedly damaged a police vehicle following unverified claims of two female students' suicides on campus. University authorities have denied the claims, calling them rumours, while police have launched an inquiry into the matter.
On Saturday, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders participated in a tree plantation on the lawns of Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
Ranbir Kapoor's look from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War has been revealed, showcasing an intense character that hints at the film's epic romantic drama set against a war backdrop, also starring Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal.
Thousands across Assam, including 2,600 students, gathered to commemorate the first death anniversary of cultural icon Zubeen Garg, with his wife Garima Saikia Garg joining tributes and musical performances.
At a valuation of around Rs 10 trillion, Tata Sons would rank among India's 10 largest listed companies and could qualify for inclusion in key indices such as the Nifty 50, Sensex and the Nifty 100.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spoke to the parents of Sahil Wakode, an IIT Bombay student who died by suicide, assuring them support in their quest for justice. Sahil's death is under police investigation, with allegations of caste discrimination against a faculty member who has been sent on leave. Sahil's parents plan an indefinite hunger strike.
'You can't have a runaway board that takes decisions against the active disagreement of the 66 per cent shareholder.'
From the adorably vain Poo to the free-spirited Geet, Kareena Kapoor Khan has delivered some memorable performances.
'You can't have a runaway board that takes decisions against the active disagreement of the 66 per cent shareholder.'
While Soundarya Shetty is currently busy making waves inside the Bigg Boss 13 Kannada house, her fashion game is already doing plenty of damage outside it.
The GST Council is set to discuss the application of GST on merchant fees for UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000. This comes as a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) of 0.4% (capped at Rs 300) is effective from October 15 for such transactions, which, as a service, would typically attract an 18% GST levy. The Council's decision is anticipated to consider consumer interests, with merchants potentially able to claim Input Tax Credit.
The Supreme Court has granted the Centre a final opportunity to present measures taken to prevent the circulation of child sexual exploitation and abuse material on social media platforms, following a petition highlighting inconsistent compliance by intermediaries.
In Rediff's new series on modern marriages, young couples from across India discuss how they deal with differences of opinion, lifestyle preferences and personal choices. Here, Tanya* tells Rishika Shah/Rediff how discovering that her husband met his ex-girlfriend left her struggling to rebuild trust, even though she has no proof that he cheated.
Sahara Shah, a cancer survivor whom actor Vivek Oberoi supported through her treatment, surprised him by announcing she has signed her first film as a lead actress.
Mahindra & Mahindra is contemplating another price increase across its SUV portfolio in response to recent commodity price surges, with a decision expected within the next two weeks, according to Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO Automotive Division, Mahindra Group.
HAL has handed over a new batch of indigenous aircraft, marking another step in India's domestic aerospace manufacturing programme. The company delivered two LCA Tejas FOC twin-seater trainers to the IAF, completing twin-seater deliveries under the FOC contract.
Bandhani has been around for generations but the girlies are giving it a very different life now with exotic blouses, pre-draped saris, lehenga-sari hybrids and unexpected colour combinations.
This week's OTT releases feature a diverse range of films and series, including Huma Qureshi's Baby Do Die Do, Aneet Padda's Hunkaar: The Roar, Parineeti Chopra's OTT debut in Shaque: Trust No One, Nayanthara's romcom Hi, and the animated Toy Story 5.
Nothing says a traditional Odia Sunday lunch quite like a steaming bowl of mutton curry served with Jeera Rice.
Virat Kohli reached 15,000 ODI runs 74 innings faster than Sachin Tendulkar, but changing rules and conditions make their numbers harder to compare.
The three-month long outreach will be closely monitored by senior government officials.
Govinda's recent visit to Mumbai's iconic Lalbaugcha Raja with his Roopa co-star Komal Rani Swarnkar has fuelled ongoing relationship rumours, prompting cryptic comments from his wife Sunita Ahuja and strong reactions from Kashmera Shah.
If there's one shoe category that can instantly make an outfit feel cooler, it's boots. They can turn jeans into a whole look, give a dress some edge or make a tiny skirt feel like it belongs on a street-style mood board.
Citron, a brand under Stellantis, anticipates that three-fourths of its sales in India will originate from Tier-II, Tier-III, and smaller cities within the next five years, a significant increase from its current 55 per cent, as it expands its retail network beyond major urban centres.
Ganesh Chaturthi is a time for prayer, family and always feasting. Nine recipes for you.
As younger generations grow up without personal memories of 9/11, the 25th anniversary serves as a powerful reminder of loss, resilience, bravery and America's enduring promise to never forget.
Within days of the RBI's letter to Tata Sons that its CIC deregistration application had been rejected, the regulator filed a caveat in the Bombay High Court so that it could be heard before any order is passed on the matter in case there's a petition challenging its listing directive.
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India's milk supply is struggling to keep pace with rising demand as heat, fodder shortages and low animal productivity threaten dairy production.
The Jammu and Kashmir government has removed over 4,700 books, including banned publications, from colleges across the Union Territory after a comprehensive review of nearly 2.2 million publications. This action follows a controversy over objectionable content and aims to uphold constitutional values and national integrity in higher education institutions.
