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Pune Journalist Accused of Filming Woman Without Consent

Pune Journalist Accused of Filming Woman Without Consent

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

A television journalist in Pune has been booked for allegedly filming a woman in an objectionable position without her consent at a lodge. The FIR names Rohan Kadam and mentions three other journalists.

Apple Names John Ternus As New CEO To Succeed Tim Cook

Apple Names John Ternus As New CEO To Succeed Tim Cook

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Apple has announced that John Ternus will succeed Tim Cook as CEO in 2026. Ternus, the current senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, will take over as Cook transitions to executive chairman of the board. This change marks the end of Cook's long tenure and the beginning of a new chapter for Apple.

Delhi Police Dismantles International Cyber Fraud Ring Using SIM Box Technology

Delhi Police Dismantles International Cyber Fraud Ring Using SIM Box Technology

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a major international cyber fraud syndicate using illegal 'SIM Box' technology to defraud people through digital arrest scams and fake investment schemes. Two individuals have been arrested, and the investigation revealed links to handlers in Cambodia and other Southeast Asian countries.

Smriti Mandhana turns heads with stunning glam transformation

Smriti Mandhana turns heads with stunning glam transformation

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana surprised fans with a glamorous makeover at the BCCI Naman Awards, showcasing a stunning metallic blue gown and inspiring young girls with a Barbie doll created in her likeness.

CII seeks fiscal support, credit lines for industries hit by West Asia conflict

CII seeks fiscal support, credit lines for industries hit by West Asia conflict

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has proposed a 20-point policy agenda to the finance ministry, including a conflict-linked emergency credit line guarantee scheme and tax rationalisation on energy inputs, to support MSMEs, exporters, and energy-intensive industries affected by the ongoing West Asia war.

Tata Power and Salesforce Collaborate to Boost Renewable Energy Growth

Tata Power and Salesforce Collaborate to Boost Renewable Energy Growth

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Tata Power has partnered with Salesforce to digitally transform its rooftop solar, EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses, aiming to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

Tata Power and Salesforce Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy Solutions

Tata Power and Salesforce Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy Solutions

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Tata Power collaborates with Salesforce to digitally transform its rooftop solar, EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses, aiming to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

Kannur Dental College: Student Death Not Due To Caste Bias

Kannur Dental College: Student Death Not Due To Caste Bias

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The management of Kannur Dental College has refuted allegations of caste discrimination in connection with the death of a BDS student, suggesting a loan taken through a mobile app was a contributing factor. Police are investigating the case, which involves allegations of abetment of suicide and violations of the SC/ST Act.

Hyderabad Police Arrest Two in MDMA Drug Trafficking Operation

Hyderabad Police Arrest Two in MDMA Drug Trafficking Operation

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Two men were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly selling MDMA. Police seized 25.65 grams of the narcotic substance. The investigation revealed the accused were selling MDMA to make easy money, supplied by two individuals who procured the drug from Himachal Pradesh.

Mob attacks customs officer in Kolkata flat after road rage; 4 held

Mob attacks customs officer in Kolkata flat after road rage; 4 held

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

A Customs officer was injured after being allegedly attacked by a mob following an altercation with an autorickshaw driver in Rajpur, near Kolkata. Four people have been apprehended in connection with the incident. The officer claims police were slow to respond.

Mumbai Father-Son Duo Arrested in Walkie-Talkie, HDD Smuggling Case

Mumbai Father-Son Duo Arrested in Walkie-Talkie, HDD Smuggling Case

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized a large consignment of prohibited walkie-talkies and second-hand hard disk drives (HDDs) at Nhava Sheva Port, leading to the arrest of a father-son duo involved in the illegal import.

ATM Fraud Ring Busted: Mastermind Arrested in Delhi

ATM Fraud Ring Busted: Mastermind Arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a man suspected of leading an organised ATM fraud gang involved in over 50 cases of cheating. The arrest has resolved at least five cases, with the accused linked to numerous incidents across Delhi.

Thane court acquits eight in police constable attack case

Thane court acquits eight in police constable attack case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted eight men charged with the attempted murder of a police constable due to the victim's inability to identify his attackers and key witnesses turning hostile.

India's e-retail aisles buzz again, market hits $66 billion

India's e-retail aisles buzz again, market hits $66 billion

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

India's online retail market concluded 2025 with electronic retail (e-retail) gross merchandise value (GMV) reaching $65-66 billion, a 19-21 per cent increase, according to a report by Bain & Company and Flipkart. This growth is significantly driven by GenZ shoppers and the rapid expansion of quick commerce, which has emerged as a global leader.

'Betrayed again': Modi accuses TMC of denying Bengal women 33% quota

'Betrayed again': Modi accuses TMC of denying Bengal women 33% quota

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of betraying women by obstructing the passage of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, which aimed to reserve 33 per cent of seats in Parliament and state assemblies for women. Modi asserted that women in West Bengal would punish the TMC in the upcoming assembly elections.

Mumbai Firms Busted for Importing Banned Walkie-Talkies and E-Waste

Mumbai Firms Busted for Importing Banned Walkie-Talkies and E-Waste

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized a large consignment of illegal walkie-talkies and second-hand hard drives at Nhava Sheva Port, leading to the arrest of two individuals.

How LeT Terrorist Set Up India Network, Evading Detection

How LeT Terrorist Set Up India Network, Evading Detection

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Abdullah, alias Abu Hureira, who was tasked with establishing bases outside Jammu and Kashmir, adopted various professions, including share trading, to blend in with the local population. He was recently arrested along with other members of his network.

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a Nigerian national for allegedly defrauding a Rohini resident of Rs 65,700 through an online scam involving a fake foreign traveller persona.

Modi: Bengal Election A Battle To Save State's Identity

Modi: Bengal Election A Battle To Save State's Identity

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Mamata Banerjee government of favouring infiltrators over the native population, asserting that the upcoming assembly election in West Bengal is a battle to save the state's identity.

Delhi Police Uncovers Fake Degree Syndicate, Arrests Seven

Delhi Police Uncovers Fake Degree Syndicate, Arrests Seven

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a fake degree and certificate racket operating in southeast Delhi, arresting seven individuals involved in the production and distribution of forged educational documents.

Will Trump Attend Islamabad Peace Talks?

Will Trump Attend Islamabad Peace Talks?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The intriguing bit is that Trump is likely to attend the talks in Islamabad this weekend -- if he does, it will be the clearest signal yet that the US is ready to exit the war with some sort of win to show, since he cannot afford to go for the talks and return empty-handed, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War

Axis Bank Teams Up with DP World PGTI to Support Indian Golf

Axis Bank Teams Up with DP World PGTI to Support Indian Golf

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Axis Bank has partnered with the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI) as its official banking partner, aiming to strengthen professional golf in India.

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed Bank of India to compensate a senior citizen for losses incurred due to unauthorized ATM transactions, citing deficiency in service and failure to adhere to security protocols.

Bharat PET Files for Rs 760 Crore IPO: What You Need to Know

Bharat PET Files for Rs 760 Crore IPO: What You Need to Know

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Bharat PET Ltd, an integrated packaging solutions provider, has filed draft papers with SEBI to raise Rs 760 crore through an IPO, including a fresh issue and an offer for sale by promoters.

Couple Banned from UK Companies for Breaching Disqualification Order

Couple Banned from UK Companies for Breaching Disqualification Order

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

An Indian-origin couple in the UK has been sentenced for breaching a disqualification order, operating companies despite a ban imposed after tax fraud claims.

How AI is Transforming India's Telecom Sector, According to TRAI

How AI is Transforming India's Telecom Sector, According to TRAI

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

TRAI Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti highlights the increasing importance of Artificial Intelligence in the design, management, and experience of telecom networks in India, noting its role in self-optimising networks, cybersecurity, and preparing for 6G technology.

William Walsh, former British Airways chief, to lead IndiGo as CEO

William Walsh, former British Airways chief, to lead IndiGo as CEO

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

IndiGo, India's largest airline, has announced the appointment of William Walsh, former British Airways chief and current Director General of IATA, as its new CEO, effective no later than August 3.

Wipro Q4 profit falls 1.8% to Rs 3,502 crore

Wipro Q4 profit falls 1.8% to Rs 3,502 crore

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

IT major Wipro reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 3,501.8 crore for March quarter FY26, a 1.89 per cent decrease from the previous year, amidst a challenging macroeconomic environment. The company also announced a mega Rs 15,000 crore share repurchase programme.

RBI introduces new business correspondent norms to expand banking access

RBI introduces new business correspondent norms to expand banking access

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has unveiled draft norms for branch authorisation and business correspondents (BCs), introducing a two-tiered classification for BCs and redefining 'banking outlets' to include BC-Banking Outlets (BC-BOs), aiming to expand formal banking presence, particularly in rural areas.

Bharat Taxi Surpasses 2 Million Users, Focuses on Driver Welfare

Bharat Taxi Surpasses 2 Million Users, Focuses on Driver Welfare

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Cooperation Minister Amit Shah announces Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, has reached 2.13 million users and 231,000 drivers. The platform operates on a zero-commission model, prioritising driver welfare and expansion into Tier 2 and 3 cities.

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Police in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, have detained 14 people after a violent clash erupted at an HP gas agency due to a dispute over gas bookings.

KV Kamath Emphasises AI Application and Education Reform for India's Future

KV Kamath Emphasises AI Application and Education Reform for India's Future

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Veteran banker K V Kamath stresses the importance of reskilling and education reforms to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in India, advocating for practical applications over expensive foundational models.

AI-Driven Productivity Gains Reshape Tech Hiring and Cause Job Insecurity

AI-Driven Productivity Gains Reshape Tech Hiring and Cause Job Insecurity

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

TeamLease Digital CEO Neeti Sharma discusses how AI is driving a structural reset in the tech industry, leading to layoffs, reshaping hiring practices, and increasing job insecurity.

Licious bets big on micro mkts within cities

Licious bets big on micro mkts within cities

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Direct-to-consumer meat and seafood platform Licious is betting big on "micro markets" within cities as the next lever of growth.

Rs 24 Crore Worth of Ganja Seized at Delhi Airport

Rs 24 Crore Worth of Ganja Seized at Delhi Airport

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport seized 23.9 kg of suspected marijuana, valued at approximately Rs 24 crore, from two Indian passengers arriving from Krabi, Thailand.

Kaspersky Eyes India as Regional Hub Amid Cybersecurity Threat Surge

Kaspersky Eyes India as Regional Hub Amid Cybersecurity Threat Surge

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky plans to significantly increase its investments in India, leveraging the country as a hub for regional services due to strong financial performance and the escalating threat landscape.

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Resigns With Immediate Effect

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Resigns With Immediate Effect

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers has resigned three months after the airline experienced significant operational disruptions. Managing Director Rahul Bhatia will temporarily assume management responsibilities.

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Four individuals have been arrested for allegedly running a sophisticated cyber fraud operation, duping people with fake discounted air tickets across multiple cities. Police recovered a substantial amount of cash and luxury items from the accused.

DRI Busts International Gold Smuggling Syndicate at Bengaluru Airport

DRI Busts International Gold Smuggling Syndicate at Bengaluru Airport

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a major international gold smuggling syndicate operating through Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, arresting five individuals and seizing a significant quantity of gold.

'Let's Think Of Around 15% Returns Over 12 Months'

'Let's Think Of Around 15% Returns Over 12 Months'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'The March correction was clearly due to the war and with prospects of that coming to a conclusion, there is a natural rally.'