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India's BoP pressure to remain a challenge, says Chief Economic Advisor

India's BoP pressure to remain a challenge, says Chief Economic Advisor

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran stated that the country's balance of payments (BoP) pressure is expected to remain a continuous challenge due to rising imports, commodity dependence, high global interest rates, and intense competition for capital.

The Right Screen Time For A Child Is...

The Right Screen Time For A Child Is...

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

For a child who is six years old, one hour is the limit, says rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna.

Fist fights in J-K Assembly as CM moves statehood resolution

Fist fights in J-K Assembly as CM moves statehood resolution

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah introduced a resolution in the assembly demanding the urgent restoration of full statehood for the union territory. The resolution, which referenced previous autonomy resolutions, led to intense protests and "ugly scenes" from opposition BJP members, resulting in the adjournment of the House. Abdullah highlighted the unfulfilled promise by the Government of India regarding statehood after delimitation and elections.

10 IPO Checks Before You Invest

10 IPO Checks Before You Invest

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Dig into the prospectus. Use the prospectus to understand the business and its risks.

Irdai proposes phased reduction in insurer expense limits, new commission framework

Irdai proposes phased reduction in insurer expense limits, new commission framework

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has proposed a phased reduction in the expenses of management (EoM) limits for insurers, aiming to lower the overall cost of insurance and enhance returns for policyholders. The proposals also include a new framework for commissions, stricter measures against mis-selling, and mandatory cost audits.

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Rediff.com1 days ago

Hyundai Motor India is set to outpace the broader passenger vehicle market, projecting an 8-10 per cent domestic sales growth in H2FY27, fueled by strategic launches of a new mid-size SUV and a dedicated electric vehicle, alongside increased production capacity.

Telangana Recipe: Prashasti's Karuveppilai Puli Sadam

Telangana Recipe: Prashasti's Karuveppilai Puli Sadam

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Karuveppilai Puli Sadam is a delicious South Indian rice dish with a wonderful balance of tangy, spicy and aromatic flavours.

Gujarat Vs Kerala: A Tale Of Two States

Gujarat Vs Kerala: A Tale Of Two States

Rediff.com1 days ago

Comparing the two states is comparing an apple to an orange. I ate apples for years. Then I felt I needed some citrus, and I moved to oranges. That doesn't make the apple a lesser fruit, reflects Binu Alex.

Document Bank Transactions Before IT Officials Come Knocking

Document Bank Transactions Before IT Officials Come Knocking

Rediff.com6 days ago

A deposit is not necessarily taxable simply because it appears in a bank account. What matters is whether its source can be satisfactorily explained.

Waiting Hai Exposes A Fraud You Didn't Know About

Waiting Hai Exposes A Fraud You Didn't Know About

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Waiting Hai exposes Indian Railways' tatkal ticket scams with .

Zoho Launches Unified AI Interface Zia Chat And Seven New Vertical SaaS Products

Zoho Launches Unified AI Interface Zia Chat And Seven New Vertical SaaS Products

Rediff.com3 days ago

Zoho has launched Zia Chat, a unified AI interface designed to streamline business operations across various functions by providing a single conversational platform for information, lead generation, and data analysis. Concurrently, the company has expanded into vertical SaaS with seven new industry-specific applications for sectors like retail, automotive, healthcare, and education, reinforcing its position as a homegrown alternative to global tech giants.

BRICS Summit: Security In Place, Delhi Spruced Up

BRICS Summit: Security In Place, Delhi Spruced Up

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

New Delhi is gearing up to host the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam on September 12-13, with extensive preparations underway across key venues, roads, hotels and security zones.

Penelope Cruz Wore A Piece Of India At TIFF

Penelope Cruz Wore A Piece Of India At TIFF

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Penlope Cruz brought a piece of India to the Toronto International Film Festival in a breathtaking white gown that had everyone looking twice.

Katrina Is A Mom... This Is What Happened To Her Body

Katrina Is A Mom... This Is What Happened To Her Body

Rediff.com5 days ago

When the Internet reduced Katrina Kaif to her post-pregnancy body, it exposed how society prioritises cruel 'bounce back' ideals over genuine postpartum healing.

Tax relief on insurance drives higher policy purchases, expands coverage

Tax relief on insurance drives higher policy purchases, expands coverage

Rediff.com4 days ago

The removal of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on individual health and life insurance has led to a significant increase in new policy purchases and higher coverage levels, despite an initial surge moderating, according to industry experts.

Zoho Launches AI-Powered Zia Chat And Industry-Specific SaaS Solutions

Zoho Launches AI-Powered Zia Chat And Industry-Specific SaaS Solutions

Rediff.com3 days ago

Homegrown software company Zoho has launched Zia Chat, a unified AI interface designed to streamline business operations across various functions. Alongside this, Zoho announced its entry into vertical SaaS with seven industry-specific applications for sectors like retail, automotive, healthcare, and education, reinforcing its position as a 'Swadeshi' alternative to global tech giants.

India ready for dialogue with Bangladesh on all issues, says MEA

India ready for dialogue with Bangladesh on all issues, says MEA

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India desires positive, constructive, and forward-looking ties with Bangladesh and is ready to discuss all bilateral issues. This comes amidst queries regarding the state of relations following a change in Bangladesh's government and upcoming international engagements.

'Ganpati Bappa Doesn't Differentiate'

'Ganpati Bappa Doesn't Differentiate'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Ahead of Ganeshotsav, which commences on September 14, Rediff's Divya Nair visits a workshop in Mumbai where young girls, most of them first-timers, are using their brushes to bring Lord Ganesha to life.

Meghna Gulzar: 'I'm A Living Example That Nepotism Doesn't Pay'

Meghna Gulzar: 'I'm A Living Example That Nepotism Doesn't Pay'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'I'm an 'industry child' and my parents were both extremely successful in the same film industry. Yet, they were helpless to ensure my success.'

Arya Samaj certificate alone no proof of Hindu marriage, rules HC

Arya Samaj certificate alone no proof of Hindu marriage, rules HC

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that an Arya Samaj marriage certificate alone does not prove a valid Hindu marriage unless essential ceremonies under the Hindu Marriage Act are performed. This decision led to the reinstatement of an SSB officer who was dismissed for allegedly falsely declaring his marital status, as the court found no evidence of the required rituals in his disputed marriage.

What Is Driving India's Outreach To Neighbours?

What Is Driving India's Outreach To Neighbours?

Rediff.com4 days ago

India has significantly increased its diplomatic engagements with Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and the Maldives.

Man abducted from Samajwadi Party MP's house, rescued in 24 hours

Man abducted from Samajwadi Party MP's house, rescued in 24 hours

Rediff.com5 days ago

Four individuals, including an aide to Samajwadi Party MP Laxmikant, alias Pappu Nishad, have been arrested in connection with the abduction of Vishal Kumar. Kumar had previously filed a complaint against the MP under the Prevention of Atrocity Act. Police rescued Vishal Kumar within 24 hours, thwarting a plan to take him to Ayodhya and kill him.

Bakaiti Season 2 Review: Familiar Problems

Bakaiti Season 2 Review: Familiar Problems

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bakaiti Season 2 has the warmth and terrific performances to make the Katarias feel like family, but its repetitive conflicts and easy resolutions leave their struggles feeling oddly inconsequential, argues Sreeju Sudhakaran.

What's This Chief Minister Up To?

What's This Chief Minister Up To?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

On the morning of September 8, Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar paid a surprise visit to the Agricultural Produce Market Committee at Yeshwanthpur in Bengaluru.

Cindy Crawford's Son Presley Gerber Dies At 27

Cindy Crawford's Son Presley Gerber Dies At 27

Rediff.com5 days ago

Presley Gerber passed away at a rehabilitation facility, with his cause of death currently undetermined as an autopsy is pending.

Why NCP (SP) Calls UPI MDR A 'Betrayal'

Why NCP (SP) Calls UPI MDR A 'Betrayal'

Rediff.com5 days ago

The NCP (SP) has demanded a complete rollback of the 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, effective October 15. The party termed the move a "direct assault" on small traders and shopkeepers, accusing the Modi government of "double standards" by burdening small merchants while large industrialists benefit from loan write-offs.

'We Will Ask Customers To Pay In Cash'

'We Will Ask Customers To Pay In Cash'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

'UPI has been free since Covid, so why is the government charging us now?'

When Salman Khan Got Ganpati Rituals Wrong

When Salman Khan Got Ganpati Rituals Wrong

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Salman Khan gets the Ganpati rituals wrong, and sister Arpita Khan Sharma sweetly guides him.

Watch Shilpa Shetty Dance At Ganpati Visarjan

Watch Shilpa Shetty Dance At Ganpati Visarjan

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Shilpa Shetty danced to dhol beats during Ganpati visarjan with her family in Mumbai.

'Washington Shouldn't Threaten A Strategic Partner'

'Washington Shouldn't Threaten A Strategic Partner'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

'It is a blunt and dangerous attempt to pressure India to sign BTA on one-sided terms.'

ED searches Jaisalmer premises over Belgian funds, proselytisation

ED searches Jaisalmer premises over Belgian funds, proselytisation

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, investigating the alleged misuse of Rs 5.10 crore in foreign donations from a non-FCRA registered Belgian entity for proselytisation activities. Two local residents are accused of receiving funds without proper registration, disguising them as educational or cultural services, and using them to influence vulnerable communities.

What Modi's Chintan Shivir Is About

What Modi's Chintan Shivir Is About

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Chintan Shivir is expected to discuss the progress of government schemes, policy implementation, time management, inter-ministerial coordination, and public service delivery, among others.

Lust Stories 3: Lust Is Not Always About Sex

Lust Stories 3: Lust Is Not Always About Sex

Rediff.com2 days ago

Netflix's Lust Stories 3 delves deeper than its predecessors, exploring the complex and often unacknowledged facets of human desire and its profound impact on relationships, identity, and personal expression, moving beyond mere sexual provocation.

'Hostile Takeover Of Tata Sons Would Be Extremely Difficult'

'Hostile Takeover Of Tata Sons Would Be Extremely Difficult'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'The issue appears to be less about Chandrasekaran personally and more about the direction Tata Sons should take.'

'Married For 15 Years, Now We Don't Have Sex'

'Married For 15 Years, Now We Don't Have Sex'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

rediffGURU Anu Krishna recommends being patient, and consulting with a professional to help rebuild intimacy and strengthen communication in the marriage.

Dorothy Review: Bold, Evocative, Confused

Dorothy Review: Bold, Evocative, Confused

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Dorothy is an audacious exploration of masculinity and gender identity that becomes increasingly muddled just when its ideas matter most.

6 IPOs Take Stage In Record Debut-Day Rush

6 IPOs Take Stage In Record Debut-Day Rush

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Six companies made their stock market debut on Thursday, setting a new record for the most mainboard listings on a single day since at least 1996.

Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav among new BJP state in-charges

Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav among new BJP state in-charges

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced a significant reshuffle of its state in-charges and co-in-charges across all 28 states and eight Union territories, with prominent leaders like Smriti Irani and Ram Madhav assigned to crucial states, as the party gears up for upcoming assembly elections.

Will Volkswagen be 4th time lucky with Indian partner?

Will Volkswagen be 4th time lucky with Indian partner?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Volkswagen, a long-standing but minor player in India's fiercely competitive automotive sector, is now exploring a strategic partnership with the JSW group, aiming to revitalise its market presence, enhance profitability, and potentially establish India as a key export hub for electric vehicles.

Some give, some take for Indian automakers in EU FTA

Some give, some take for Indian automakers in EU FTA

Rediff.com5 days ago

India-EU FTA opens a bigger European market for Indian carmakers while giving European brands greater access to India.