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CBI books Anil Ambani's son, Reliance Home Finance in Rs 228 crore bank fraud case

CBI books Anil Ambani's son, Reliance Home Finance in Rs 228 crore bank fraud case

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The CBI has booked the son of industrialist Anil Ambani, Jai Anmol Anil Ambani, and Reliance Home Finance Ltd. (RHFL) in a case of alleged cheating in Union Bank of India that caused a loss of Rs 228 crore to the public bank, officials said on Tuesday.

Will take steps to protect our interests: India on China's mega dam

Will take steps to protect our interests: India on China's mega dam

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

India has expressed concerns over China's plan to build a mega dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, stating that it will continue to monitor and take necessary measures to protect its interests. New Delhi has urged Beijing to ensure that the interests of downstream states are not harmed by activities in upstream areas. The dam, estimated to cost USD 137 billion, has raised apprehensions about its impact on the ecological balance of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, through which the Brahmaputra flows. India has repeatedly expressed its concerns to China through diplomatic channels, highlighting the need for transparency and consultation with downstream countries.

'Most Expensive Indian Player Will Be...'

'Most Expensive Indian Player Will Be...'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Overall, in his IPL career, Ravi Bishnoi has picked up 72 wickets in 77 games at an economy rate of 8.21.

Gold, silver rally to extend record run

Gold, silver rally to extend record run

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Gold and silver prices are poised to maintain their record-setting rally in the coming week as investors focus on global inflation data and key macroeconomic indicators that shape central bank policy paths, analysts said.

'90% of Aravalli region...': Govt dismisses 'relaxation' claim

'90% of Aravalli region...': Govt dismisses 'relaxation' claim

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

The Centre has rejected claims that the new definition of the Aravalli range will allow large-scale mining, asserting that 90 per cent of the region will remain protected and citing a Supreme Court-ordered freeze on new mining leases.

We expect deposit rates to moderate post rate cut: RBI

We expect deposit rates to moderate post rate cut: RBI

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra, and Deputy Governors Poonam Gupta, T Rabi Sankar, Swaminathan J, and S C Murmu on Friday addressed issues during the post-policy media interaction.

Bajrang, Vinesh's petition against WFI dismissed

Bajrang, Vinesh's petition against WFI dismissed

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The Delhi High Court has dismissed petitions filed by top wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat and Satyawart Kadian challenging the Wrestling Federation of India's December 2023 elections.

India to scale down Russian oil import: White House

India to scale down Russian oil import: White House

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The White House has claimed that India has begun 'scaling back' its oil purchases from Russia at the 'request' of President Donald Trump.

LS clears Insurance Amendment Bill to allow 100% FDI in insurance sector

LS clears Insurance Amendment Bill to allow 100% FDI in insurance sector

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that raising the FDI limit to 100 per cent in the insurance sector will help attract more capital, improve competition and increase insurance penetration by making policies more affordable.

India needs world-class banks; in talks with RBI, lenders: Sitharaman

India needs world-class banks; in talks with RBI, lenders: Sitharaman

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said the country needs big and world-class banks, and discussions are on with the Reserve Bank and lenders in this regard.

Amritsari Kulcha Among World's Best Dishes

Amritsari Kulcha Among World's Best Dishes

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

From Vori-Vori to Arroz Tapado and Punjab's kulchas... This is what the world loves to eat!

Pan masala cess to boost public health, security

Pan masala cess to boost public health, security

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Experts said that earmarking of funds for public health at par with national security indicates a key policy shift.

How To Buy Gold Wisely In 2026

How To Buy Gold Wisely In 2026

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

From Rs 73k to over Rs 1.2L between January-December 2025 -- is buying gold in 2026 still sensible?

Sunny Deol Gets Emotional At Border 2 Launch

Sunny Deol Gets Emotional At Border 2 Launch

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Despite suffering a personal tragedy weeks ago, when his father -- the legendary actor Dharmendra -- passed away, Sunny Deol stoically returned to work, and put the spotlight on his upcoming film, Border 2 at its teaser launch in Mumbai.

Army moves to boost strike power with 120 km Pinaka upgrade

Army moves to boost strike power with 120 km Pinaka upgrade

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

The Army is also looking at strengthening the existing Pinaka regiments and had recently placed orders for buying the area denial ammunition for these rocket regiments.

'If You Play A Goon Once, Everyone Starts Thinking You Are A Goon'

'If You Play A Goon Once, Everyone Starts Thinking You Are A Goon'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'I felt I didn't understand the film industry at all.'

How Deepinder Goyal Rewired Zomato

How Deepinder Goyal Rewired Zomato

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Zomato was not just recovering, it was rebuilding and reinventing, showing signs of maturing as a business. Chaos had been turned into momentum. A fascinating excerpt from Megha Vishwanath's book, UNSEEN: The Untold Story of Deepinder Goyal And The Making Of Zomato.

Two decades on, SC ensures justice for widow in train mishap case

Two decades on, SC ensures justice for widow in train mishap case

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court ensured a widow received compensation 23 years after her husband's death in a train accident, highlighting the court's commitment to justice for the poor.

'Need anti-dumping duties on Chinese excavators, cranes'

'Need anti-dumping duties on Chinese excavators, cranes'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

The Indian government should urgently consider imposing safeguard or anti-dumping duties on imports of two construction equipment segments - crawler excavators and tower cranes - as Chinese companies are rapidly expanding their presence in these markets in India through 'predatory' pricing supported by lower raw material costs, substantial export subsidies, and extended credit schemes, said Sorab Agarwal, executive director at Action Construction Equipment (ACE).

Comic Con Is No Longer Just A Pilgrimage For Fans

Comic Con Is No Longer Just A Pilgrimage For Fans

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

It is a marketplace of attention, where legacy publishers, global franchises, and consumer brands meet to make the most of India's expanding fandom economy.

Kremlin Didn't Know About Modi Gesture

Kremlin Didn't Know About Modi Gesture

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

The Russians have termed Putin's visit to India, his first to this country since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine war, as 'Druzhba Dosti', which means 'friendship' in Russian and Hindi respectively.

Sensex sheds 436 pts on profit booking in bank, oil shares

Sensex sheds 436 pts on profit booking in bank, oil shares

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Among the Sensex constituents, Asian Paints, Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies, Tata Steel, Maruti Suzuki India, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Tata Consultancy Services, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance, UltraTech Cement, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles were the laggards. However, Eternal, Titan, Adani Ports, Bharat Electronics Ltd, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finserv, NTPC and Bharti Airtel were among the gainers.

Hyderabad shows how it's done as Messi delivers

Hyderabad shows how it's done as Messi delivers

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Lionel Messi's programme in Hyderabad was in stark contrast to the mayhem in Kolkata as the second leg of the GOAT India Tour ended on a positive note thanks to thorough preparations, sound planning, and discipline.

Avatar: Fire And Ash Review: Predictable

Avatar: Fire And Ash Review: Predictable

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Avatar: Fire And Ash is visually stunning and emotionally engaging, offering strong performances and thrilling action, notes Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Deepika And Sunny Deol Are Now Related!

Deepika And Sunny Deol Are Now Related!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Deepika Padukone's sister Anisha is all set to wed Rohan Acharya, filmmaker Bimal Roy's great-grandson.

RBI trims rate by 25bps to 5.25%; loans to get cheaper

RBI trims rate by 25bps to 5.25%; loans to get cheaper

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Shrugging off concerns over the depreciation of rupee, the RBI has cut interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.25 per cent in a bid to further bolster economic growth, which rose to a six-quarter high of 8.2 per cent in the second quarter of the current financial year.

'My friend Modi wants me there': Trump likely to visit India for Quad

'My friend Modi wants me there': Trump likely to visit India for Quad

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

United States President Donald Trump said he could travel to India next year, emphasising that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi 'wants' him to visit while calling him a 'great man' and a friend.

Pragg: New Tour Won't Dethrone Classical World Championship

Pragg: New Tour Won't Dethrone Classical World Championship

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'In terms of format, there are constant shifts which is happening. I am not sure if it is a good thing or a bad thing, but as a player, I think it is sometimes difficult to adjust to each format.'

HD Hyundai plans shipyard in Thoothukudi for $2 billion

HD Hyundai plans shipyard in Thoothukudi for $2 billion

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

South Korea's HD Hyundai, one of the world's largest ship manufacturers, is planning to build a shipyard in Thoothukudi. The project may see an investment of around $2 billion, said a government source.

PSU banks write off loans worth Rs 6.15 lakh cr in last 5.5 years

PSU banks write off loans worth Rs 6.15 lakh cr in last 5.5 years

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Public sector banks have written off loans worth Rs 6.15 lakh crore in the last five and a half years, Parliament was informed on Monday.

They Fought To The Last Man For India

They Fought To The Last Man For India

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

On November 18, 1962, 114 soldiers of the 13th Kumaon fought till the last man, and last bullet, in sub-zero temperatures, to beat back the huge Chinese army. We salute the Heroes of Rezang La.

Ethanol blending policy: 'Gadkari has conflict of interest'

Ethanol blending policy: 'Gadkari has conflict of interest'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The Congress party has accused Union Minister Nitin Gadkari of conflict of interest, alleging his sons' companies have benefited from the government's ethanol blending policy. The BJP has rejected the allegations.

'Ministry Slept, DGCA Slept, IndiGo...'

'Ministry Slept, DGCA Slept, IndiGo...'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'IndiGo will receive a sharp rap on the knuckles -- a punishment, a huge penalty. 'I look towards them creating a compensation fund.' 'I would like to think they would do that for all the passengers who are affected on every single day since cancellations began.'

IPL 2026 Auction: Shock Buys Became A Recurring Theme

IPL 2026 Auction: Shock Buys Became A Recurring Theme

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

IPL Auction 2026 was not just about money; it was a celebration of ambition, opportunity, and the unrelenting belief that the next big star could come from anywhere.

Stock markets rally as RBI cuts rate; Sensex jumps 447 points

Stock markets rally as RBI cuts rate; Sensex jumps 447 points

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

From the Sensex firms, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance, Maruti, HCL Tech, Larsen & Toubro, Mahindra & Mahindra and Infosys were among the major winners. However, Hindustan Unilever, Eternal, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, and Sun Pharma were among the laggards.

PM-led panel to pick information commissioners tomorrow

PM-led panel to pick information commissioners tomorrow

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

A panel headed by PM Modi and including Rahul Gandhi will meet to decide on the next Chief Information Commissioner and information commissioners for vacant positions at the Central Information Commission (CIC).

Loan growth, profitability seen improving for public sector banks

Loan growth, profitability seen improving for public sector banks

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The Indian banking sector could be due for a rise in profitability after several quarters of net interest margin (NIM) compression. The Q2FY26 results suggest NIMs have bottomed out.

Entrance Exams After Class 12 In 2026

Entrance Exams After Class 12 In 2026

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Nayagam PP, founder of Edujob360, offers a list of the top entrance exams, their timelines, eligibility criteria, exam patterns and preparation strategies to help you plan the year ahead.

Black Caps in crisis: West Indies eye rare NZ win

Black Caps in crisis: West Indies eye rare NZ win

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

New Zealand will pin their hopes on a rookie attack and field a new wicketkeeper when they take on the West Indies in the second Test in Wellington starting on Wednesday following a slew of injuries.

'Can I Claim HRA, Home Loan Benefit If...?'

'Can I Claim HRA, Home Loan Benefit If...?'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries