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India initiates anti-dumping probes against Chinese Glycine and CPVC resin circumvention

India initiates anti-dumping probes against Chinese Glycine and CPVC resin circumvention

Rediff.com7 days ago

India has initiated anti-dumping investigations into imports of Glycine from China, following a complaint by Avid Organics, alleging material injury to domestic manufacturers. Concurrently, a separate anti-circumvention probe has begun concerning CPVC resin from China and South Korea, suspected of being routed through Malaysia, Japan, and Thailand to avoid existing duties.

Chanu's Asian Games Silver: A Dream Realised After 12 Years

Chanu's Asian Games Silver: A Dream Realised After 12 Years

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal in the women's 49kg weightlifting category at the Asian Games in Nagoya, ending her 12-year pursuit for this elusive honour. This marks India's first Asian Games weightlifting medal since 1998. Chanu expressed immense relief and joy, calling it a dream fulfilled and her life complete. She also discussed her future plans regarding the 2028 Olympics' 53kg category.

Isak's lone goal takes lacklustre Liverpool past Bournemouth

Isak's lone goal takes lacklustre Liverpool past Bournemouth

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Alexander Isak scored the only goal, securing a 1-0 Premier League victory for Liverpool against AFC Bournemouth. Despite the win, Liverpool's attack, featuring Gakpo, Wirtz, and Barcola, struggled to create chances, managing only six shots on goal. Captain Virgil van Dijk acknowledged the team's need to improve but highlighted the importance of the three points and a clean sheet.

Watch: Samantha's Traditional Baby Shower

Watch: Samantha's Traditional Baby Shower

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Samantha shares pictures from her baby shower ceremony at the Isha Foundation.

Meta India chief appears before child rights panel again over CSEAM ads

Meta India chief appears before child rights panel again over CSEAM ads

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Top Meta India executives, including chief Arun Srinivas, appeared before the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) for the second time in a week regarding alleged Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) related advertisements on its platforms. Meta has committed to reporting child safety matters directly to India's I4C cybercrime portal, a significant shift from its previous practice of reporting to a US-based centre. The government is pushing for stronger safeguards and accountability from social media platforms to ensure online child safety.

Historic India T20I match can transform cricket in Japan, says JCA chief Curr

Historic India T20I match can transform cricket in Japan, says JCA chief Curr

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

The Japan Cricket Association (JCA) is set to host its first-ever T20I against reigning world champions India, a landmark event expected to significantly elevate cricket's profile and drive its long-term growth in Japan, according to JCA COO Alan Curr.

New UPI Merchant Fee Ignites Fierce Political Debate

New UPI Merchant Fee Ignites Fierce Political Debate

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

The Indian government has introduced a 0.4% transaction fee on UPI payments above Rs 2,000 for merchants, effective October 15, sparking a political row. The Congress party has labelled it a "Modi tax" and accused the government of succumbing to US pressure, while the BJP has defended the move, clarifying that consumers will not be charged and small vendors are protected. The finance ministry reiterated that the charge is on merchants, not customers.

Why Expanding Early Warning Systems Is Crucial For Disaster Mitigation

Why Expanding Early Warning Systems Is Crucial For Disaster Mitigation

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Climate scientist Tapio Schneider advocates for expanding early warning systems beyond rainfall events to include other disaster triggers like flash floods, citing the recent Nepal floods. He highlights the inevitability of 1.5 degrees Celsius global warming and discusses the role of advanced climate modelling and AI in improving predictions and research, particularly for regions like India.

Traders Threaten Cash Pushback Over New UPI Transaction Fee

Traders Threaten Cash Pushback Over New UPI Transaction Fee

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

The central government has introduced a 0.4 per cent fee on UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000, prompting traders' associations to advocate for cash payments to avoid additional costs on digital payments. This move ends the zero-Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) regime, with traders expressing concerns about operating on tight margins and the potential for increased charges.

Commonwealth Champion Bids Farewell To Her Guns

Commonwealth Champion Bids Farewell To Her Guns

Rediff.com7 days ago

Commonwealth Games gold medallist and Arjuna Awardee Roopa Unnikrishnan gives away the rifles that shaped her brilliant shooting career, hoping they will inspire a new generation of Indian shooters.

Parliamentary Panel Pushes for Swift India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement

Parliamentary Panel Pushes for Swift India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Commerce has urged the Indian government to swiftly conclude the proposed India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), while ensuring India's interests are protected, recommending complete exemption for key export products like generic medicines and smartphones from future US tariff increases.

Gurugram Murder: Family Alleges Police Cremated Body Without Informing Them

Gurugram Murder: Family Alleges Police Cremated Body Without Informing Them

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

A 31-year-old man, Yuvraj Singh Manchanda, was found murdered in a Gurugram drain, allegedly over a financial dispute. His family claims Gurugram police recovered and cremated his body without informing them, despite him being reported missing in Delhi. Two former colleagues have been arrested in connection with the murder.

Viksit Bharat: What Nirmala Sitharaman told India Inc

Viksit Bharat: What Nirmala Sitharaman told India Inc

Rediff.com7 days ago

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has called upon Indian industry to prioritise not just scale but also resilience, better governance, and deeper technological capabilities to achieve the 'Viksit Bharat' goal by 2047.

Angh: The Other Indian Film Going To The Oscars

Angh: The Other Indian Film Going To The Oscars

Rediff.com6 days ago

'I like to make films where I am also conflicted. I don't want to make films with themes that I am sure about because then it easily becomes agenda-driven.'

'India And China Have Arrived At A Nash Equilibrium'

'India And China Have Arrived At A Nash Equilibrium'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

'The Chinese military cannot advance much in Ladakh, even if they want to.' 'Similarly, in Arunachal Pradesh, they can rename a village or two, intrude here or there, but cannot do much more realistically.'

4 Rivers 6 Ranges Review: A Brave Drama

4 Rivers 6 Ranges Review: A Brave Drama

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

4 Rivers 6 Ranges finds its strongest moments in the moral conflict between non-violence, survival and the fight for freedom.

Why 9/11 Still Matters

Why 9/11 Still Matters

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

On the 25th anniversary of that world-changing morning in New York, it is also for the rest of to reflect. Not only on those who were killed but also on why the event happened and what led to it and what came after it, asserts Aakar Patel.

Karnataka CM Unveils KEONICS' Vision For Tech-Driven Future

Karnataka CM Unveils KEONICS' Vision For Tech-Driven Future

Rediff.com7 days ago

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar lauded KEONICS' initiative to provide AI-based KEO computers to rural children, marking the institution's golden jubilee. The KEO computers, developed in Karnataka, aim to bridge the digital divide. Shivakumar also highlighted government efforts to promote IT beyond Bengaluru, enhance industry-oriented skills, and digitise property records, emphasising the state's commitment to technology and skill development.

The Daily Wager Who May Go To The Oscars

The Daily Wager Who May Go To The Oscars

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

'The FFI jury said Gondhal is the best film in terms of overall quality -- the sound, background music and cinematography.' 'In every aspect, I don't think this film can be compared to other Indian films. This may sound like overconfidence, but we know what we have done.'

Gambhir signals ODI rest for Test regulars to prepare for New Zealand

Gambhir signals ODI rest for Test regulars to prepare for New Zealand

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir indicated that top batters might be rested from white-ball cricket to prepare for Tests during the upcoming New Zealand tour. He emphasised the importance of Test cricket, the challenge of multi-format players, and discussed preparations for the 2027 World Cup, highlighting the crucial roles of Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah, and praising Shubman Gill's captaincy.

Trump promises $5,000 to every adult American if GOP wins midterms

Trump promises $5,000 to every adult American if GOP wins midterms

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

President Donald Trump has announced a promise to issue a USD 5,000 dividend to every adult US citizen if Republicans secure victory in both the House and the Senate in the upcoming midterm elections, citing the nation's economic success under his administration.

'12 Years Of Hard Work': Elavenil's Parents Celebrate Historic Silver Medals At Asian Games

'12 Years Of Hard Work': Elavenil's Parents Celebrate Historic Silver Medals At Asian Games

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Elavenil Valarivan's family celebrated her historic Asian Games silver medals, saying 12 years of dedication, sacrifice and support from coaches and authorities finally brought her long-awaited success.

Oxford United apologises after 'United 93' clothing line draws 9/11 association

Oxford United apologises after 'United 93' clothing line draws 9/11 association

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

Oxford United withdrew its "United 93" clothing line and apologised after recognising its association with the 9/11 hijacked flight, accepting responsibility and promising stricter merchandise approval processes.

Former Union minister Bittu held in Punjab for waving liquor bottle at CM's convoy

Former Union minister Bittu held in Punjab for waving liquor bottle at CM's convoy

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

BJP leader and former Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu was detained by Punjab Police after he waved a liquor bottle, eggs, and tomatoes at Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's cavalcade, claiming he was 'returning' items previously thrown at his own convoy and protesting alleged misgovernance.

Gurgaon To Goa: Bappa Brings Hope, Positivity

Gurgaon To Goa: Bappa Brings Hope, Positivity

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Thank you, Dear Readers, for sharing your pictures of Lord Ganesha.

'No excuses': Vimal sends strong message to Ayush Shetty

'No excuses': Vimal sends strong message to Ayush Shetty

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Former badminton coach Vimal Kumar expresses optimism about India's medal prospects at the upcoming Asian Games, suggesting they can surpass their previous tally of three. He stresses the critical need for Indian singles players, including Lakshya Sen and Ayush Shetty, to overcome inconsistencies and deliver under pressure. Kumar also highlights the challenges posed by the new 15-point format and the highly competitive nature of men's singles badminton.

Jay Meena's Unlikely Path To India's First Soft Tennis Asian Games Medal

Jay Meena's Unlikely Path To India's First Soft Tennis Asian Games Medal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Jay Meena, once a mischievous schoolboy rusticated for a prank, has made history by winning India's first-ever Asian Games medal in soft tennis. His journey from a troubled youth to a bronze medallist at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games is a testament to destiny and the guidance of his coach. Meena hopes his achievement will boost the sport's profile in India and pave the way for its inclusion in future events like the Commonwealth Games.

Value Buying Fuels Market Rebound: Sensex Climbs 333 Pts, Nifty Above 23,200

Value Buying Fuels Market Rebound: Sensex Climbs 333 Pts, Nifty Above 23,200

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Wednesday, driven by value buying in banking stocks and select heavyweight counters, with the Sensex climbing 332.63 points and the Nifty ending above 23,200.

India's Forex Reserves Dip by $4.92 Billion Amidst Fall in FCA, Gold

India's Forex Reserves Dip by $4.92 Billion Amidst Fall in FCA, Gold

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves decreased by $4.92 billion to $780.78 billion for the week ending September 11, primarily due to a reduction in foreign currency assets and gold reserves, as per the latest RBI data.

I Stood Where Every Man Died A Hero's Death

I Stood Where Every Man Died A Hero's Death

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

The soil mingled with the blood of 114 soldiers, gathered from the battlefield, has been preserved in a glass bottle in Rezang La. When the frozen bodies of the were recovered, they had their rifles in hand, fingers on the trigger, pointed towards the enemy. The mountains they defended will never forget them. Neither should we.

UEFA Seeks Evidence Against FIFA President Infantino In Swiss Case

UEFA Seeks Evidence Against FIFA President Infantino In Swiss Case

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

UEFA is seeking evidence in a US court for a potential Swiss criminal case against FIFA President Gianni Infantino concerning his abandoned World Cup commercial-rights plan.

80s Trend Turns Nostalgia Into Memory

80s Trend Turns Nostalgia Into Memory

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

The retro hair, the vintage clothing, that's not the real charm of these images. It's the ability to look at a screen and create the one thing modern technology has never been able to give us: the tactile, imperfect feeling of memory, points out Kaleem Ullah Fasihi.

Keralam's Vidarsa shoots her way into Asian Games history

Keralam's Vidarsa shoots her way into Asian Games history

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Vidarsa K Vinod has become the first female sportsperson from Keralam to win a medal in a shooting event, securing a silver in the women's 10 meter air rifle team event at the 20th Asian Games. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the state and for Vinod, who began shooting in 2018.

How Remidio's New Japan Patent Revolutionises Retinal Screening

How Remidio's New Japan Patent Revolutionises Retinal Screening

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Bengaluru-based Remidio Innovative Solutions has secured a patent from the Japan Patent Office for its deep learning system that automates retinal image capture. This new patent enhances their existing intellectual property in Japan, strengthening their integrated AI platform and making retinal screening more accessible and cost-effective.

Tata Sierra #DARK Launched: Prices Start at 13.99 Lakh, Features & Variants Detailed

Tata Sierra #DARK Launched: Prices Start at 13.99 Lakh, Features & Variants Detailed

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Tata Motors has officially launched the Tata Sierra #DARK in India, with prices starting from 13.99 Lakh (ex-showroom). This new edition features a Friesian Black exterior, a Violet Eclipse interior, and a range of engine and transmission options across multiple variants.

Waiting Hai Exposes A Fraud You Didn't Know About

Waiting Hai Exposes A Fraud You Didn't Know About

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Waiting Hai exposes Indian Railways' tatkal ticket scams with .

Gurugram Murder: Family Alleges Police Cremated Body Without Informing Them

Gurugram Murder: Family Alleges Police Cremated Body Without Informing Them

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

The disappearance of 31-year-old Yuvraj Singh Manchanda, weeks before his wedding, led to his alleged murder and the discovery of his body in a Gurugram drain. His family alleges that Gurugram Police recovered and cremated his body without informing them, learning about it only during the Delhi Police investigation into his disappearance. Two former colleagues have been arrested in connection with the murder, allegedly due to a financial dispute.

Saffron Kits Controversy: Indian Hockey Teams Defy 'Blue' Declaration at Asian Games

Saffron Kits Controversy: Indian Hockey Teams Defy 'Blue' Declaration at Asian Games

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Despite a pre-event declaration by Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey that the teams would revert to blue uniforms, both the Indian men's and women's hockey teams played their opening Asian Games matches in saffron kits, reigniting a controversy over kit colour.

Disha Salian's father visits Matoshree, serves Rs 500 cr defamation notice to Aaditya

Disha Salian's father visits Matoshree, serves Rs 500 cr defamation notice to Aaditya

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Satish Salian, father of the late celebrity manager Disha Salian, has served a Rs 500-crore defamation notice to Aaditya Thackeray.

India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, urges regional stability

India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, urges regional stability

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

India has expressed serious concern over Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's civilian infrastructure and economic assets, stating that such actions threaten regional stability and freedom of navigation through the Bab-el-Mandeb strait. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discussed the issue with his Saudi counterpart. India also condemned the targeting of commercial shipping after an Indian national went missing following an attack on a Panama-flagged ship off Oman.