A significant majority (57%) of India's investment advisors are concentrated in just five metro cities, leading to concerns about financial inclusion and the spread of financial market products beyond urban centres, according to a Business Standard analysis of Sebi data.
IPL captains will meet with the BCCI to discuss important rules and regulations for the upcoming tournament, including the impact substitute rule, code of conduct, and DRS enhancements.
Sourav Ganguly urges Kolkata Knight Riders to promote Rinku Singh up the order as the team struggles for form in IPL 2026, with three matches yielding no wins.
The alleged suicide of a first-year BDS student in Kerala has sparked outrage and prompted investigations into claims of caste-based harassment. The Chief Minister has condemned the incident, and various organisations are offering support to the student's family and calling for measures to prevent future occurrences.
Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo emphasises the importance of holistic development and grassroots governance for India's progress at a national conference in Jammu.
India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.
Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar urges sharp fielding and disciplined bowling from the Men in Blue ahead of their T20 World Cup semi-final against England at Mumbai's batting-friendly Wankhede Stadium.
Indian equities trading activity saw a moderation in FY26, with cash market turnover declining and derivatives growth remaining subdued due to regulatory tightening and weak market performance. Further impacts are expected from new RBI norms and a hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT).
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the BJP's manifesto for West Bengal, promising a Uniform Civil Code, a Bengali chief minister, and improved governance.
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi has accused the ruling LDF in Kerala and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "B-team" and of secretly joining hands with the BJP, alleging a compromised leadership and lack of accountability.
JioStar has terminated its broadcast deals in Bangladesh for IPL 2026, saying its local partner defaulted on payments.
The outcome of the assembly elections will not only determine AIUDF's immediate relevance but could also shape its long-term role in Assam's political landscape.
Delhi Police have dismantled a fraudulent call centre in Pitampura, arresting 19 individuals for allegedly defrauding people nationwide by posing as representatives of a finance company offering fake loans and insurance schemes.
Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, a decorated Kargil War hero known as the 'Lion of Ladakh' and recipient of the Maha Vir Chakra, has passed away. He was celebrated for his gallantry and leadership in securing the Chorbat-La in the Batalik sub-sector during Operation Vijay in 1999.
India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.
India's recent T20 World Cup victory signals a new era of dominance in the format, driven by strategic gameplay, exceptional talent, and the financial power of the BCCI, while other teams struggle to compete.
India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.
Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir faces trolling after his prediction that India wouldn't reach the T20 World Cup semi-finals proved wrong, despite his concerns about a controversial dismissal and India's overall performance.
A review of the key contributions from each player in India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, highlighting individual brilliance and teamwork.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Jitesh Sharma thanks Dinesh Karthik for his support during a difficult time after his father's death.
'For us as it was for Judit it was never a men's world; it was always study, analyse, study, analyse and be confident,' recalls Woman International Master Jayashree Khadilkar Pande.
India's para-athletes, led by Sumit Antil, dominated the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold medals and leading the overall medal tally.
It is normal for brides and grooms to get pre-wedding jitters, says rediffGURU Shalini Singh, founder of andwemet, an urban matchmaking platform.
Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling to find form, face a tough challenge against Lucknow Super Giants, spearheaded by Mohammed Shami, in their IPL 2026 match.
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that recent regulatory measures to address foreign exchange market volatility, such as capping banks' net open positions, are temporary and aligned with current market conditions, not signalling any structural shift in policy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced six guarantees for West Bengal if the BJP wins the Assembly polls, promising to end the 'reign of fear' and address corruption, while criticising the TMC government's performance.
Suryakumar Yadav's childhood coach Ashok Aswalkar and BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla express confidence in India defeating England in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Wankhede.
Devdutt Padikkal's explosive 61 off 26 balls in the IPL 2026 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad showcased a significant transformation in his batting style, earning widespread praise and solidifying his position as a top white-ball talent.
Sunil Gavaskar says India played with overconfidence and failed to adapt in their 76-run T20 World Cup defeat to South Africa, and backs Axar Patel's return for the Zimbabwe clash.
India's auto retail sector achieved record-breaking sales of 2,96,71,064 units in FY26, a 13.3% increase, primarily driven by the implementation of GST 2.0 which reduced the tax burden on mass-segment vehicles, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA).
'The unregulated marketing has to stop. People are getting recommendations for this from gym trainers, from marriage counsellors -- that is simply unacceptable.' ''There are many ways to lose weight -- eat less, fast, exercise, eat healthy. That is how you lose weight.'
Ask rediffGURU Naveenn Kummar your insurance mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
While Hinge's opening burst set the tone, Hussain ensured there was no recovery. The duo complemented each other well, building pressure and forcing mistakes.
Wipro, India's fourth-largest IT services company, has secured an eight-year deal with Singapore-based Olam group, valued at over $1 billion, and will also acquire Olam's IT and digital services arm, Mindsprint, for $375 million, marking one of its largest contracts to date.
Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.
Senior all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja said leaving Chennai Super Kings was a 'difficult' decision but he is happy to be back at Rajasthan Royals -- where he won his first IPL title.
Oracle Corporation has reportedly laid off thousands of employees globally, including a significant number in India, with affected individuals receiving early morning termination emails and immediate laptop lockouts, despite the company posting record quarterly revenues of $17.2 billion.
Only 2.5 per cent of the equity in Jio Platforms will be offloaded through the OFS route -- meant for secondary share sale.
Unseasonal rainfall could damage standing wheat crops, especially late-sown fields nearing maturity and grain-filling stages.
Ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia have slowed deal momentum in Dubai's luxury residential market, but Indian high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) are not exiting their marquee assets, with any 'discounted' resale deals attributed to investor liquidity stress rather than geopolitical flight.
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