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How Shantanu Narayen Transformed Adobe

How Shantanu Narayen Transformed Adobe

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

For many outside the technology sector, Shantanu Narayen's impact may not always be visible, but his leadership quietly transformed how millions of people learn, work, create and run businesses across the world.

Core infra sectors grow by 1.8% in November

Core infra sectors grow by 1.8% in November

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

India's eight key infrastructure sectors grew at a slower pace of 1.8 per cent in November against 5.8 per cent in the same month last year, amid a dip in production of crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, and electricity, according to official data released on Monday.

India's Sports Startup Ecosystem: Report Unveils Growth Pathways

India's Sports Startup Ecosystem: Report Unveils Growth Pathways

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A new report, 'India's Sports Startup Ecosystem: Current Status and Emerging Pathways,' was unveiled, offering insights into the sports industry's growth potential, innovation, and opportunities for stakeholders as India prepares to host major international sporting events.

Ramping up domestic LPG production to ensure supply: Sitharaman

Ramping up domestic LPG production to ensure supply: Sitharaman

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces increased domestic LPG production to offset import disruptions caused by Middle East tensions, alongside assurances of fertiliser availability and the clearing of UPA-era oil bonds.

Govt bars LPG for households with piped gas connections

Govt bars LPG for households with piped gas connections

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

India restricts subsidised LPG connections for households with piped natural gas (PNG) to ensure equitable distribution and address global energy supply concerns, pushing for faster PNG adoption.

Enforcement Directorate Investigates 590 Crore Fraud in Haryana Government Accounts

Enforcement Directorate Investigates 590 Crore Fraud in Haryana Government Accounts

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a money laundering investigation into the alleged embezzlement of 590 crore from Haryana government accounts held with IDFC First Bank, conducting searches across multiple locations.

Mercedes-Benz, BMW eyeing India's luxe realty sector

Mercedes-Benz, BMW eyeing India's luxe realty sector

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

According to multiple sources close to the development, Mercedes-Benz is already in talks with multiple developers in Gurugram for a luxury branded residence project.

How Corporate India Can Propel Women into Tech Leadership Roles

How Corporate India Can Propel Women into Tech Leadership Roles

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Top female executives are calling for corporate India to redesign workplace systems to support women's advancement into leadership roles in the technology sector, particularly in emerging fields like artificial intelligence.

Gulf War: Nasscom Warns Firms Of Cyber Threat Surge

Gulf War: Nasscom Warns Firms Of Cyber Threat Surge

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

'Periods of geopolitical uncertainty often see a rise in coordinated cyber threats, disinformation campaigns, and infrastructure targeting.'

Pakistan Claims Hundreds of Afghan Taliban Operatives Killed in Border Offensive

Pakistan Claims Hundreds of Afghan Taliban Operatives Killed in Border Offensive

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Pakistan's military operation against the Afghan Taliban has reportedly resulted in significant casualties and destruction of infrastructure along the border, prompting calls for de-escalation from the UN.

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

YouTuber Elvish Yadav expresses relief and questions accountability after the Supreme Court quashes the FIR against him in the snake venom case, highlighting the impact of media coverage and the harassment faced by his family.

PV sales growth may dip up to 5% in FY27: India Ratings

PV sales growth may dip up to 5% in FY27: India Ratings

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Passenger vehicle (PV) sales growth in India is expected to moderate to 3-5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) in financial year 2027 (FY27) due to a high base and preponed replacement demand, according to a report released by India Ratings and Research on Thursday.

Three Arrested in Gurugram for Betting on India-England T20 Semifinal

Three Arrested in Gurugram for Betting on India-England T20 Semifinal

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Gurugram Police arrested three individuals for allegedly placing bets on the T20 World Cup semifinal match between India and England. The arrests were made following a raid on a flat in Sector 81, where police seized mobile phones, laptops, and other electronic devices.

NVIDIA CEO: AI Driving Trillion-Dollar Infrastructure Boom and Blue-Collar Job Creation

NVIDIA CEO: AI Driving Trillion-Dollar Infrastructure Boom and Blue-Collar Job Creation

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang argues that Artificial Intelligence is driving the largest infrastructure buildout in human history, requiring trillions of dollars in investment and creating significant demand for skilled blue-collar labour.

Karnataka Aims for AI-Driven Creative Economy

Karnataka Aims for AI-Driven Creative Economy

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Karnataka is prioritizing the AVGC sector in its AI-driven creative economy, emphasizing IP creation, responsible AI adoption, and large-scale skilling, according to Minister Priyank Kharge.

Assam Expels 12 Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants: Details Revealed

Assam Expels 12 Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants: Details Revealed

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the expulsion of 12 illegal immigrants from Bangladesh as part of the state's ongoing efforts to combat illegal immigration.

New truncated gas allocation regime still faces a large LNG shortfall

New truncated gas allocation regime still faces a large LNG shortfall

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

India's plans to ration the consumption of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) - in response to reduction in their import owing to war in West Asia - may fall short of what is needed to meet domestic needs.

400 killed in Pak airstrikes on Afghanistan rehab centre

400 killed in Pak airstrikes on Afghanistan rehab centre

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A devastating airstrike on a Kabul drug rehabilitation centre has killed hundreds, escalating tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan and prompting international calls for de-escalation and investigation.

IISc Partners with Groww Foundation to Boost Semiconductor Skills

IISc Partners with Groww Foundation to Boost Semiconductor Skills

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and Groww Foundation have launched a semiconductor skill development programme to train the next generation of talent, with a focus on encouraging participation from women and young students.

ESMA invoked to ramp up LPG production amid fuel crisis

ESMA invoked to ramp up LPG production amid fuel crisis

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Indian government has directed oil refineries to increase LPG production to ensure a stable supply of domestic cooking gas, amidst concerns over potential disruptions from the escalating Middle East conflict and its impact on imports.

Navi Mumbai Police Uncover Mephedrone Operation Disguised as Goat Farm

Navi Mumbai Police Uncover Mephedrone Operation Disguised as Goat Farm

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Navi Mumbai Police arrested a wanted criminal and his accomplice for allegedly selling narcotics under the guise of running a goat farm, seizing mephedrone valued at Rs 5.39 lakh.

TMC manifesto bets on women voters, ramps up welfare push

TMC manifesto bets on women voters, ramps up welfare push

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has released its manifesto for the West Bengal elections, focusing on welfare politics and women's empowerment with pledges to expand existing schemes, improve healthcare, and develop infrastructure.

Siddaramaiah Calls for Ethical AI Use, Protecting Artists in AVGC-XR

Siddaramaiah Calls for Ethical AI Use, Protecting Artists in AVGC-XR

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized the importance of ethical AI usage, intellectual property protection, and fair compensation in the AVGC-XR sector, advocating for AI to enhance human creativity rather than replace artists.

Qatar halts LNG production amid Iran attack, supply to India disrupted

Qatar halts LNG production amid Iran attack, supply to India disrupted

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Qatar has halted liquefied natural gas (LNG) production after its facilities came under attack amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, disrupting supplies to India and squeezing feedstock availability for key domestic sectors.

Textile Recycling Market in India to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2030

Textile Recycling Market in India to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2030

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A new report indicates that India's textile recycling market is projected to reach USD 3.5 billion by 2030, potentially creating one lakh green jobs. The report highlights the current state of textile waste management and opportunities for circularity in the Indian textile industry.

PM Modi Reassures Support for Indians Amidst West Asia Conflict

PM Modi Reassures Support for Indians Amidst West Asia Conflict

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed an NDA rally, assuring that the Indian government is providing assistance to Indian citizens stranded in West Asia due to the ongoing conflict. He criticised the Congress party for allegedly making provocative statements and spreading rumours regarding the crisis.

HDFC Bank board firefights after ex-chairman's resignation

HDFC Bank board firefights after ex-chairman's resignation

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

HDFC Bank's leadership addresses the sudden resignation of its chairman, citing ethical concerns, and attempts to reassure stakeholders about the bank's governance and future stability.

IAF Officer Found Dead in Chhattisgarh Home

IAF Officer Found Dead in Chhattisgarh Home

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

An Indian Air Force wing commander, Vipul Yadav, was found dead at his residence in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Army Opens Fire at Suspected Terrorists Along LoC in Rajouri

Army Opens Fire at Suspected Terrorists Along LoC in Rajouri

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The Indian Army opened fire on suspected terrorists attempting to cross the Line of Control (LoC) in the Rajouri district. Troops guarding the LoC successfully thwarted the infiltration attempt, prompting a large-scale search operation in the area.

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.

Nirav Modi's Extradition Appeal Hearing Concludes in London

Nirav Modi's Extradition Appeal Hearing Concludes in London

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The UK High Court has concluded the hearing for Nirav Modi's application to reopen his extradition appeal, focusing on claims of potential torture during interrogations in India. The court has reserved its judgement.

India's Unemployment Rate Dips Slightly in Feb

India's Unemployment Rate Dips Slightly in Feb

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

India's unemployment rate saw a marginal decrease in February 2026, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS). The survey highlights changes in urban and rural unemployment rates, as well as labour force participation and worker population ratios.

Delhi Police Investigate Alleged Kidnapping of BSF Jawan's Daughter

Delhi Police Investigate Alleged Kidnapping of BSF Jawan's Daughter

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The 12-year-old daughter of a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was allegedly kidnapped from outside her residential society in Delhi's Rohini. Police have launched an investigation and are scanning CCTV footage to locate the missing girl.

Teens Held for Vandalism of Agri-Koli Community Statue

Teens Held for Vandalism of Agri-Koli Community Statue

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Police in Navi Mumbai have detained two juveniles for allegedly vandalising a statue representing the Agri-Koli community and circulating the video on social media.

'With Double Deflation, We May Be Mixing Apples And Oranges In GDP'

'With Double Deflation, We May Be Mixing Apples And Oranges In GDP'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

'My concern is that, although everything is expressed in monetary terms, you are effectively combining values that have been adjusted using different price measures.'

IIT Madras Introduces Postgraduate Diploma in Manufacturing Analytics

IIT Madras Introduces Postgraduate Diploma in Manufacturing Analytics

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

IIT Madras is launching a one-year postgraduate diploma in Manufacturing Analytics to equip professionals with skills in data analytics, AI, and digital transformation.

Petrol Pump Worker Dies After Being Hit by SUV in Gurugram

Petrol Pump Worker Dies After Being Hit by SUV in Gurugram

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A petrol pump worker died in Gurugram after being hit by a speeding SUV. The driver fled the scene, and police are investigating the incident.

Aurionpro to Build AI-Ready Green Data Centre in Southern India

Aurionpro to Build AI-Ready Green Data Centre in Southern India

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Aurionpro Solutions has secured a multi-year contract worth approximately Rs 350 crore to develop a large, AI-ready green data centre in southern India for a hyperscale operator.

Pakistan Targets Militant Posts on Afghan Border in Coordinated Strikes

Pakistan Targets Militant Posts on Afghan Border in Coordinated Strikes

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Pakistani security forces conducted coordinated ground and aerial strikes against militant positions along the border with Afghanistan, targeting posts used by the Afghan Taliban and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

Stock Market Crash: Investors Lose Rs 16.32 Lakh Crore in Two Days

Stock Market Crash: Investors Lose Rs 16.32 Lakh Crore in Two Days

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Indian equity investors experienced a significant loss of 16.32 lakh crore due to a two-day stock market decline fueled by escalating geopolitical tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran.