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Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Surge 21.8% in September, Two-Wheelers Up 13.5%

Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Surge 21.8% in September, Two-Wheelers Up 13.5%

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India increased by 21.8 per cent year-on-year to 4,54,574 units in September, while two-wheeler sales rose 13.5 per cent to 24.63 lakh units, according to SIAM data.

CRPF Sub-Inspector's Tragic Suicide Highlights Deeper Issues In Chhattisgarh

CRPF Sub-Inspector's Tragic Suicide Highlights Deeper Issues In Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) sub-inspector allegedly died by suicide in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district after shooting himself with his service weapon. The incident, which occurred on the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday, is under investigation. This tragic event is part of a larger pattern, with nearly 200 police and paramilitary personnel dying by suicide in the state over the past eight years due to various personal and professional issues.

TCS Q2 results spark market rebound after two-day decline

TCS Q2 results spark market rebound after two-day decline

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw a rebound in early trade, primarily driven by a more than 4 per cent surge in Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) shares following its robust Q2 net profit announcement. Track Sensex, nifty on October 9.

Wow! When The Libra Decides To...

Wow! When The Libra Decides To...

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Libras are ruled by Venus so it's no surprise that their style is often romantic, polished and beautifully balanced.

Stronger Rupee, Global Cues Drive Gold and Silver Prices Down in India

Stronger Rupee, Global Cues Drive Gold and Silver Prices Down in India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Gold prices in India have fallen for the third consecutive day, shedding Rs 1,800 to Rs 1.5 lakh per 10 grams, primarily due to a strengthening rupee and weak global cues. Silver also saw a significant decline, tumbling Rs 5,000 to Rs 2.21 lakh per 10 grams.

GDP data, crude oil prices, US jobs report to dictate market trends

GDP data, crude oil prices, US jobs report to dictate market trends

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Analysts predict that the Indian stock market's sentiment this week will be primarily influenced by the domestic GDP data announcement, crude oil prices, and the crucial US non-farm payrolls report.

Sensex Jumps 1,109 Points as IT Firms, HDFC Bank Lead Market Rebound

Sensex Jumps 1,109 Points as IT Firms, HDFC Bank Lead Market Rebound

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Indian stock markets witnessed a significant rebound, with the Sensex rallying 1,109 points and the Nifty closing above 22,720, driven by strong performances in IT and financial sectors, a recovering rupee, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's comments on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax.

Co-working overtakes IT/ITeS as top office space occupier in India

Co-working overtakes IT/ITeS as top office space occupier in India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

For the first time, co-working spaces have surpassed the IT/ITeS sector as the largest occupier of office space in India during the January-September period, indicating a significant shift towards flexible workspaces, according to Anarock Research & Advisory.

Crude oil, West Asia developments, inflation data to dictate market trends this week

Crude oil, West Asia developments, inflation data to dictate market trends this week

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

Analysts predict that crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions in West Asia, and upcoming inflation data will be the primary drivers of the Indian stock market this week, alongside foreign investor activity and domestic quarterly earnings.

TCS to hire 80% of new workforce with digital, AI skills; AI work to expand profitability

TCS to hire 80% of new workforce with digital, AI skills; AI work to expand profitability

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) plans for 80% of its new hires to possess digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills, anticipating that the growing share of AI-led work will significantly boost its profit margins.

Why Kriti Sanon Is Trending

Why Kriti Sanon Is Trending

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Kriti Sanon is 36!

Sensex, Nifty surge on falling crude, bank stocks rally

Sensex, Nifty surge on falling crude, bank stocks rally

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their rally for a second consecutive session, driven by a decline in Brent crude oil prices below USD 100 per barrel and strong buying in banking stocks and Reliance Industries.

Wipro reports marginal profit dip in Q2, revenue up 9%

Wipro reports marginal profit dip in Q2, revenue up 9%

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Wipro reported a marginal 1.40 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,200.6 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, despite a 9.1 per cent increase in revenue from operations to Rs 24,752.7 crore.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Tumble Amid Geopolitical Worries, Surging Crude Oil

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Tumble Amid Geopolitical Worries, Surging Crude Oil

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant downturn in early trade, with the Sensex tanking 730 points, driven by surging crude oil prices, escalating geopolitical uncertainties, and a weak trend observed across Asian markets.

Government Urges Stronger Cybersecurity Amid AI Agent Attack Warnings

Government Urges Stronger Cybersecurity Amid AI Agent Attack Warnings

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's cybersecurity agency, CERT-In, has issued a critical advisory warning about autonomous AI agents accessing sensitive data of Indian organisations without authorisation. Government sources on Friday emphasised the need for companies to bolster cybersecurity measures and monitor system activity, noting that while no major compromise occurred, the incident serves as an early warning. Future AI regulation is expected to address the risks posed by these agents.

Entry-level Sedans Gain Traction While Midsized Models Continue To Struggle

Entry-level Sedans Gain Traction While Midsized Models Continue To Struggle

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

India's sedan market is experiencing a notable divergence: affordable entry-level sedans are gaining market share, while midsize sedans are seeing a significant decline as buyers increasingly opt for SUVs in higher price brackets.

WhatsApp Scam Alert: Saying 'No' Can...

WhatsApp Scam Alert: Saying 'No' Can...

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

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.

Mrunal Thakur, Sara Tendulkar's Sizzling One Shoulder Look

Mrunal Thakur, Sara Tendulkar's Sizzling One Shoulder Look

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Why wear two straps when one can do all the talking? One-shoulder outfits have a way of making even the simplest silhouette feel instantly more interesting.

Dhoni, Kohli Get Stunning 80s Makeover

Dhoni, Kohli Get Stunning 80s Makeover

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

AI has taken Indian sports stars back to the 1980s, and the results are getting plenty of attention online. From retro hairstyles to colourful outfits, cricketers and athletes are enjoying the viral trend and sharing their vintage avatars with fans.

Daayra, Vibe Falter At Box Office, Hanuman Ansh Is A Big Hit

Daayra, Vibe Falter At Box Office, Hanuman Ansh Is A Big Hit

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Hanuman Ansh continues its phenomenal run at the box office, cementing its status as an all-time mega blockbuster, even as new releases Daayra and Vibe struggle.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty climb as oil prices cool, foreign funds return

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty climb as oil prices cool, foreign funds return

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw gains in early trade, driven by a notable drop in crude oil prices and renewed buying interest from Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs).

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Higher on Bank Stocks, RIL

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Higher on Bank Stocks, RIL

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their rally in early trade, driven by strong buying in bank stocks, Reliance Industries, and positive global cues, despite foreign institutional investors offloading equities.

KL Rahul focused on improving old ball play to push India's ODI totals past 370

KL Rahul focused on improving old ball play to push India's ODI totals past 370

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Indian batter K L Rahul is actively working on improving his game against the old ball to ensure the middle overs generate more runs, aiming for India to consistently score in excess of 370 in ODIs amidst the growing trend of high targets being chased down.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain as Global Markets Rise, Crude Prices Ease

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain as Global Markets Rise, Crude Prices Ease

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rallied in early trade, driven by positive global market trends and easing crude oil prices, despite the US Federal Reserve's hawkish stance tempering overall sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty on September 18.

Sensex, Nifty fall despite global cues; IT, financials lead decline

Sensex, Nifty fall despite global cues; IT, financials lead decline

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower on Tuesday, with the Sensex declining 329.91 points to 74,529.08 and the Nifty dipping 85.30 points to 23,329, primarily dragged by underperformance in IT, financial, and capital goods stocks despite positive global market trends and easing crude oil prices.

Suhana, Shriya Are Dressing Up For...

Suhana, Shriya Are Dressing Up For...

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

For World Cotton Day, we're looking at how celebrities are making cotton feel anything but basic, taking it from everyday kurtas and breezy dresses to playful co-ords, sharp tailoring and romantic silhouettes. These looks make even the most comfortable fabric feel fashion-forward.

Used-Car Sales Set to Surge 15 per cent This Festive Season

Used-Car Sales Set to Surge 15 per cent This Festive Season

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

More than 40 per cent of Cars24's sales are now linked to rural registration and transport office (RTO) locations, although procurement remains concentrated in urban markets.

India's Forex Reserves Plunge by $18.34 Billion

India's Forex Reserves Plunge by $18.34 Billion

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves experienced a substantial drop of USD 18.343 billion, settling at USD 747.557 billion for the week ending September 25, according to the Reserve Bank of India.

RBI's Rupee Measures Offer Short-Term Relief Amid Global Headwinds

RBI's Rupee Measures Offer Short-Term Relief Amid Global Headwinds

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

The Reserve Bank of India's recent measures, including a dedicated dollar window for state-run oil marketing companies and tightened foreign exchange derivative rules, are expected to provide near-term relief to the rupee's depreciation, but market participants believe global factors and balance of payment dynamics will continue to exert pressure in the medium term.

By-poll debacle signals deep crisis for AIADMK in Tamil Nadu

By-poll debacle signals deep crisis for AIADMK in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

The AIADMK suffered a significant blow in the recent Madurantakam and Dharapuram by-polls, seeing a sharp decline in its traditional vote base. The party came in a distant third in both seats, which were previously its strongholds, raising concerns about its leadership, strategy, and future in Tamil Nadu's political landscape, especially with the rise of the TVK.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty in Red; BSE tanked over 600 points

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty in Red; BSE tanked over 600 points

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant drop in early trade, with the Sensex falling over 600 points, primarily due to crude oil prices surging past the USD 100 per barrel mark and weak global market trends. Track Sensex, Nifty on September 24.

How Much Did FPIs Sell In September?

How Much Did FPIs Sell In September?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

They had bought Rs 29,631 crore worth of shares in August.

Pakistan Terrorists Set Up Base in Bangladesh

Pakistan Terrorists Set Up Base in Bangladesh

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

India is deeply concerned by the growing consolidation of Pakistan-backed jihadi and radical Islamist groups in Bangladesh, particularly in the strategically vital Chittagong Hill Tracts, which experts warn is transforming the country into a new safe haven for these networks and posing a direct threat to India's security.

'You Can't Ignore America'

'You Can't Ignore America'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

'Indian IT firms must hire and train more Americans while reducing dependence on sending employees from India to the US.'

NRI Deposits See Massive 678% Jump to $36.24 Billion in April-July FY27

NRI Deposits See Massive 678% Jump to $36.24 Billion in April-July FY27

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Non-resident Indian (NRI) deposit schemes witnessed a staggering 678.2 per cent increase, reaching $36.24 billion in the April-July period of FY27, primarily driven by strong FCNR(B) deposit flows and a concessional swap facility introduced by the RBI.

IT Q2 Preview: Muted Growth, Steady Margins Expected Amid AI Deflation

IT Q2 Preview: Muted Growth, Steady Margins Expected Amid AI Deflation

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

India's leading IT companies are anticipated to report subdued revenue growth and largely stable margins for the July-September quarter, as clients maintain tight discretionary budgets, with analysts closely watching the conversion of strong bookings into revenue and the impact of AI on traditional services.

10 Women With Supernatural Powers In The Movies

10 Women With Supernatural Powers In The Movies

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

From superheroes and aliens to witches, ghosts and shape-shifting mutants, these 10 Bollywood women prove that supernatural powers come in all shades of mischief, menace and magic.

150 illegally staying Bangladeshis in J-K to be deported

150 illegally staying Bangladeshis in J-K to be deported

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Jammu and Kashmir has begun the deportation process for Bangladeshi nationals allegedly staying illegally in the region, with 150 individuals already shifted to West Bengal. This action follows a survey identifying around 600 illegal immigrants and coincides with the Union Home Ministry's High-Level Committee on Demographic Change (HLCDC) investigating illegal immigration across India.

Mutual Funds Record 5% AUM Growth in Q2 FY27 Despite Equity Market Volatility

Mutual Funds Record 5% AUM Growth in Q2 FY27 Despite Equity Market Volatility

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Indian mutual funds experienced a nearly 5 per cent growth in average quarterly assets under management (QAAUM) in the second quarter of FY27, reaching approximately ~87.2 trillion, despite significant equity market turbulence and corrections in largecap and some debt segments.

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

'...but could demotivate employees seeking US residency.'