US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has characterised the strategic alignment between India and the United States as "extraordinary", emphasising that both nations have an opportunity to shape the course of the 21st century through partnership.
'India is a large source of Spotify's future audience growth because it is the largest market in the world.'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded India's 7.8 per cent GDP growth, achieved despite global conflicts and instability. He emphasised the importance of Swadeshi and self-reliance for a developed India by its 100th year of Independence, urging citizens to avoid unnecessary foreign expenditures.
Discover how to effortlessly incorporate red into your Navratri Day 3 festive outfits with stylish accessories, drawing inspiration from Indian celebrities.
Brand Tharoor is not perfect. But it is lovable. In a country of 1.4 billion where most politicians sound the same, a man who makes you open a dictionary before breakfast has already won, points out Sandeep Goyal.
By the time she finished her term as SBI chairman, she was overseeing over two lakh employees, 24,000 domestic branches, 100 international ones and a bank that had stepped into the technological age and become youth-friendly. Meet Arundhati Bhattacharya, the first woman chairman of the State Bank of India and president and CEO, Salesforce, South Asia.
Navratri is almost at its grand finale, and Day 9 deserves a colour that knows how to make an entrance. Enter peacock green, a rich blue-green shade that represents growth, harmony and renewal, while its blue undertones evoke calm, depth and devotion.
India opener Sanju Samson discusses the challenges of a tight schedule and differing conditions ahead of the T20I series against New Zealand, emphasising reliance on experience over extensive preparation.
On Tuesday night's episode of Bigg Boss 20, after Gullu provoked Nakul, both contestants got physically violent with each other.
Hollywood actor Paul Bettany, known for voicing J.A.R.V.I.S. and playing Vision in the MCU, expresses trepidation about the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence. He discusses potential dystopian futures and the need for democratised AI, while promoting his new series "VisionQuest" which started streaming on JioHotstar on Tuesday.
'Fifty thousand policemen were deployed; the entire New Delhi district was under siege. It shows how scared they are.'
Sujit Paul, group CEO at Zota Healthcare Ltd, recommends simple hacks to improve your energy and productivity levels at work.
At Lakm Fashion Week, Pawan Sachdeva took Indian crafts out of their traditional comfort zone. In an exclusive conversation with Rediff, he explains why.
'Read the prospectus as a capital allocator deciding whether the business deserves your capital at the offered price.'
A new study indicates that accounting for daily weather variability provides a more accurate estimation of glacier melt, suggesting that glaciers worldwide are losing ice at a faster rate than previously calculated. Researchers found that simulations incorporating daily weather patterns project greater ice loss by the end of the century and a higher contribution to global sea-level rise.
A controversy overshadowed Pakistan's Lord's Test after reports emerged of the PCB threatening to boycott the match if Sky Sports aired an interview with Imran Khan's sons. Head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed denied any knowledge of such a threat, despite the interview being broadcast and the team returning to play. The incident highlights the political tensions surrounding Imran Khan's imprisonment impacting the cricket team.
Two-time Olympic champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo is targeting the women's 400m world record next season, motivated by motherhood and overcoming injury setbacks. She aims to reclaim her elite status and inspire other female athletes, while also serving as International Event Ambassador for the Delhi Half Marathon.
Placing a trade or investment can take only a few clicks, but those few clicks can put your capital at risk. It is easy to get influenced by a sudden price movement, breaking news, a market trend or someone else's recommendation and act without giving the decision enough thought.
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were released from Tihar Jail on Wednesday after furnishing personal and surety bonds of Rs 50,000 each. They provided written undertakings not to breach peace or call for protests at Jantar Mantar as long as the site remains denotified. Their release followed a court order despite police seeking an extension of their judicial custody.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar warned that replying 'NO' to unsolicited WhatsApp messages regarding unauthorised bank debits could allow fraudsters to steal your money without needing an OTP or a link.
Kakatiya Knights secured a decisive 6-0 victory over Mighty Marathas in their final round-robin match of the Archery Premier League. This win serves as a strong precursor to their upcoming clash in the first qualifier on Sunday, where both teams will vie for a spot in the final. The Knights' compound archers were particularly impressive, maintaining perfect scores despite challenging conditions.
India's T20 captain Shreyas Iyer stated that young batting talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi cannot immediately join the playing XI due to the consistent performance of current openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson, who were instrumental in India's T20I World Cup win.
After India's defeat despite scoring 249, Gautam Gambhir says only the openers are permanent in T20 cricket and backs a flexible batting order.
Chinmay Sutar, representing Mizoram, achieved a historic 400 not out in a Ranji Trophy Plate Group match against Nagaland, becoming only the second Indian batter to score a quadruple century. This monumental innings came after years of struggle and near misses, fulfilling his dream of playing red-ball cricket.
In recent years, China and Russia have pushed for de-dollarisation within BRICS, which India has resisted. One reason is that India does not want to hurt its relationship with the United States, and another is the fear of China controlling trade because the renminbi is considered the strongest currency in the bloc today.
B B Nimbalkar is the only one in the 400-plus club never to have played Test cricket. Will Chinmay Sutar have better luck?
Investors who bought attractively valued IPOs and held on have earned strong returns, particularly when the money raised went into companies rather than into the pockets of exiting shareholders.
India's new captain Smriti Mandhana is set to lead the women's team in a T20I series against Zimbabwe, marking a new era. She aims to elevate the team's professionalism, power-hitting, and fielding, while fostering a strong team culture. Mandhana also highlighted the importance of Harmanpreet Kaur's experience and praised deputy Shafali Verma's growth, as the team prepares for the ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027.
Sunday's shooting incident targeting Tiger Shroff have rekindled memories of the film industry's dark past, when crime syndicates like Dawood Ibrahim's D-Company and Abu Salem's gang exerted significant influence through extortion, violence, and money laundering.
Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani has dismissed fears that artificial intelligence will lead to job losses in India's IT services sector, calling such concerns "hogwash" and "disaster marketing." Speaking at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum 2026, Nilekani argued that AI will actually increase demand for IT firms as it necessitates complex business transformations and creates new types of jobs, particularly in small businesses.
The subtext here is that nobody else really matters to America today; only China, because nobody else can truly hurt them, points out Mihir S Sharma.
Fulham coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been fined 25,000 pounds and warned by the FA after suggesting officials would not allow Manchester United to lose.
'Tiger Shroff is someone who has absolutely no controversies associated with him.' 'He is someone who works out or dances. That is all I ever see him doing.' 'I cannot fathom how shots could be fired at him. I am even scared to speak about this on camera. What if someone comes after me?'
'Wages have not risen. Rural wages have stagnated. The growth was 0.7 per cent last year. For casual and irregular labour, the wage growth is negative.'
Congress MP Bimol Akoijam, dismissed from JNU following sexual harassment allegations, announced his legal team is preparing to challenge the action in court. After appearing before Delhi Police investigators, Akoijam returned to Imphal, urging peace and calm. He stated he would cooperate with the investigation but also highlighted other pressing issues in Manipur. Akoijam denies the charges, which stem from complaints by multiple female students.
Navratri is known for its vibrant colours, but Day 7 proves that sometimes, the coolest way to make a statement is to keep things grey. Associated with balance, composure and understated elegance in many Navratri colour traditions, grey offers a refreshing break from the usual festive brights.
Katie Zacharia has been relieved of her duties as White House Press Secretary after just five days, following a rocky debut and questions over her legal credentials.
If there's one thing Elie Saab knows how to do, it's make an entrance. And when the Lebanese couturier's world of high-octane glamour meets H&M's accessible fashion, you know the glam is going to be serious.
Mona Agarwal staged a remarkable comeback to win the gold medal in the women's 10m air rifle (SH1) event at the Asian Para Games, narrowly defeating compatriot Avani Lekhara who secured silver. This one-two finish marked India's opening medal account and secured a second quota for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.
Rediff Readers Nikhil V Damle and Dr Sunil Karamchandani pay tribute to that master teller of stories, Jeffrey Archer.
