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India Launches Initiatives To Boost 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid

India Launches Initiatives To Boost 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has launched three nationwide engagement initiatives, including a reel-making contest, to build momentum for Ahmedabad's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, cites West Asia crisis and inflation risks

RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, cites West Asia crisis and inflation risks

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept its key lending rate, the repo rate, unchanged at 5.25 per cent for the second consecutive time, citing concerns over rising energy prices, supply disruptions from the West Asia crisis, and potential inflationary pressures.

Enemies Beware! India's Missile Power Gets A Boost

Enemies Beware! India's Missile Power Gets A Boost

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Three milestones in three days signal India's growing mastery in next-generation strategic technologies spanning nuclear deterrence, hypersonic propulsion and precision stand-off strike capability.

RBI dismisses gold sale rumours, confirms physical reserves steady at 880.52 tonnes

RBI dismisses gold sale rumours, confirms physical reserves steady at 880.52 tonnes

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has debunked reports of gold sales, stating that its physical stock of gold remains unchanged at 880.52 tonnes, countering claims of selling approximately USD 12 billion to protect foreign-currency reserves.

Fintechs Seek Safe Harbour Shield

Fintechs Seek Safe Harbour Shield

Rediff.com1 days ago

'There has to be a safe harbour for licensed entities, which have followed all the norms prescribed by the RBI.'

Dabur's robust India biz showing lifts shares

Dabur's robust India biz showing lifts shares

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Dabur India's shares rose 3.7 per cent after reporting in-line Q4FY26 results, driven by a healthy 10 per cent growth in its India business, despite some analysts remaining cautious about future execution.

'No preference for a foreign coach': Hockey India rejects Sreejesh's claim

'No preference for a foreign coach': Hockey India rejects Sreejesh's claim

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey said P R Sreejesh had been offered the role of coach for the development team but he had refused to take up the role.

Asian Weightlifting C'ships: Ajith delivers big medal boost for India

Asian Weightlifting C'ships: Ajith delivers big medal boost for India

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Ajith Narayana secured bronze medals in clean & jerk and overall at the Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships, marking another milestone for Indian weightlifting.

Consumer Affairs Ministry To Develop AI-Powered SMART Standards

Consumer Affairs Ministry To Develop AI-Powered SMART Standards

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Consumer Affairs Ministry is developing machine-readable SMART standards using AI to reduce industry compliance burden. This initiative aims to modernise India's standards ecosystem, with the Bureau of Indian Standards transitioning from a regulator to a facilitator, promoting private sector testing and faster processes.

The Bihar I Have Begun To Believe In

The Bihar I Have Begun To Believe In

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bihar's greatest resource is not beneath its soil but above it -- its people. With a population approaching 140 million and one of India's youngest demographic profiles, Bihar possesses an asset many societies would envy, explains Bihar Governor Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Capital Market Firms Post Strong Q4 Growth Amidst MTM Headwinds

Capital Market Firms Post Strong Q4 Growth Amidst MTM Headwinds

Rediff.com1 days ago

Listed capital market companies in India delivered strong fourth-quarter earnings growth, with a universe of 12 firms posting 30 per cent year-on-year revenue growth and 19 per cent earnings growth in Q4FY26, despite mark-to-market (MTM) losses impacting headline profitability for some.

Would You Like Polymer Currency Notes?

Would You Like Polymer Currency Notes?

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The primary objective of introduction of polymer notes was to increase its life and not to combat counterfeiting.

First Chargesheet Filed Under India's Uniform Civil Code

First Chargesheet Filed Under India's Uniform Civil Code

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Uttarakhand Police have filed the country's first chargesheet under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in a case involving alleged 'triple talaq' and 'halala'. The chargesheet, submitted in a Haridwar court, names nine individuals accused of dowry harassment, marital torture, and illegal divorce.

Hero to roll out flex-fuel versions of motorcycles, but concerns remain

Hero to roll out flex-fuel versions of motorcycles, but concerns remain

Rediff.com2 days ago

Flex fuel motorcycles can deliver "3 per cent higher torque and 7 per cent higher peak power".

'PhysicsWallah Targets 30% Revenue Growth In FY27'

'PhysicsWallah Targets 30% Revenue Growth In FY27'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ed-tech unicorn PhysicsWallah is strategically targeting a 30% revenue improvement by FY27, leveraging AI-led automation, aggressive expansion into southern Indian markets, and a strong focus on student learning outcomes and enrolment growth.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Earns India A Call-Up For Sri Lanka Tri-Series

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Earns India A Call-Up For Sri Lanka Tri-Series

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Teenage batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been named in the 15-member India A squad for the tri-nation 50-over series in Sri Lanka, starting June 9.

Cockroach Party appoints journalist, filmmaker as spokespersons

Cockroach Party appoints journalist, filmmaker as spokespersons

Rediff.com3 days ago

CJP, launched last month, has rapidly gained social media traction among students and young people focusing on youth and education issues

Security tightened in Delhi ahead of Cockroach Janta Party protest

Security tightened in Delhi ahead of Cockroach Janta Party protest

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Delhi Police has intensified security across the city, especially at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport and border points, in anticipation of a protest called by the digital outfit Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Over 1,000 personnel have been deployed, and senior officers have reviewed arrangements to maintain law and order and ensure public safety.

SC releases draft regulations on use of AI in courts

SC releases draft regulations on use of AI in courts

Rediff.com2 days ago

The draft regulations for use of AI in courts 'shall apply to the use, deployment, or integration of AI in any judicial, adjudicatory or administrative function of the Supreme Court of India, high courts, and all courts including the Tribunals and statutory Commissions performing adjudicatory functions, within the territory of India'.

'We Treat Retirement Like A Distant Destination'

'We Treat Retirement Like A Distant Destination'

Rediff.com1 days ago

If you have ever said 'I'll sort retirement later,' now is when 'later' begins.

Sedans Hold Ground In Luxury Market Despite SUV Wave

Sedans Hold Ground In Luxury Market Despite SUV Wave

Rediff.com4 days ago

While SUVs have steadily gained share across the industry, data shows that nearly three in 10 luxury vehicles sold in India are sedans, highlighting the segment's resilience despite years of SUV-led growth.

Rishabh Pant embraces responsibility ahead of Test landmark

Rishabh Pant embraces responsibility ahead of Test landmark

Rediff.com2 days ago

During India's training session ahead of the one-off Test against Afghanistan, Rishabh Pant appeared more measured, both in body language and intent, seemingly heeding the advice of head coach Gautam Gambhir.

Brain-dead at 85, retired Delhi official saves multiple lives

Brain-dead at 85, retired Delhi official saves multiple lives

Rediff.com23 hours ago

An 85-year-old retired MCD official, declared brain-dead after a severe stroke, became an organ donor, saving multiple lives. His family's compassionate decision highlights the critical need for increased organ donation awareness in India, where deceased donor rates remain low despite high demand for transplants.

Indian Equities End Flat Amid West Asia Uncertainty, RBI Policy Awaited

Indian Equities End Flat Amid West Asia Uncertainty, RBI Policy Awaited

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed almost flat in choppy trade as investors remained cautious due to ongoing uncertainty in West Asia, relentless foreign fund outflows, and anticipation of the RBI's monetary policy decision.

Delhi high court refuses to intervene in Cockroach Janta Party protest

Delhi high court refuses to intervene in Cockroach Janta Party protest

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Delhi High Court has refused to hear a petition seeking intervention against a protest called by the digital outfit 'Cockroach Janta Party' at Jantar Mantar on June 6. The petition raised concerns about law and order and sought crowd-control measures, alleging the group was involved in "transnational institutional destabilization."

Test cricket is the pinnacle, don't let Sooryavanshi slip away from it, says Ashwin

Test cricket is the pinnacle, don't let Sooryavanshi slip away from it, says Ashwin

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has said that teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should be encouraged to play Test cricket following his breakthrough IPL season.

India flags energy, maritime threats at BRICS amid West Asia crisis

India flags energy, maritime threats at BRICS amid West Asia crisis

Rediff.com15 May 2026

India has expressed serious concerns about the West Asia crisis and its potential impact on energy supplies and maritime stability, urging BRICS nations to find practical solutions to geopolitical challenges and unilateral sanctions.

'Great cricket fan': Lalit Modi on PM Modi's vision

'Great cricket fan': Lalit Modi on PM Modi's vision

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former Indian Premier League chairman and cricket administrator Lalit Modi described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'great cricket fan' and said his interactions with the Prime Minister were largely centred around the development of cricket infrastructure in Ahmedabad.

Karandeep Kochhar One Shot Off Lead At IGPL Bharath Classic

Karandeep Kochhar One Shot Off Lead At IGPL Bharath Classic

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar made a strong start at the USD 500,000 IGPL Bharath Classic in Morocco, carding a 6-under 66 to be just one shot behind the leader. His performance follows intensive work on his short game after missing a cut last week.

PV Sindhu's Indonesia Open journey ends with defeat to World No. 1

PV Sindhu's Indonesia Open journey ends with defeat to World No. 1

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu was defeated by world No. 1 An Se Young at the Indonesia Open, marking her tenth consecutive loss to the Korean. Meanwhile, the Indian men's doubles pair of Hariharan Amsakarunan and MR Arjun caused a significant upset, advancing to their first-ever BWF World Tour Super 1000 quarterfinals.

Agrawal Family Cremated After Tragic Malviya Nagar Fire

Agrawal Family Cremated After Tragic Malviya Nagar Fire

Rediff.com2 days ago

Five members of the Agrawal family, including a chartered accountant, his wife, their two daughters, and his mother, were cremated in Gurugram after perishing in a devastating fire at a Malviya Nagar B&B. The family was in Delhi for the father's medical treatment, and the tragedy also claimed the lives of other relatives, leaving the community in profound grief.

Can Rajat Patidar break into the Indian T20 squad?

Can Rajat Patidar break into the Indian T20 squad?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Despite a crowded middle-order, RCB captain Rajat Patidar has the skill find a place in the Indian T20 squad, feels former India women's captain Anjum Chopra.

CBSE lodges plaint over coordinated cyber attacks on post-result portal

CBSE lodges plaint over coordinated cyber attacks on post-result portal

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has lodged a formal complaint with the Delhi Police regarding a series of coordinated cyber attacks targeting its post-result services portal. The board confirmed that all attacks were successfully mitigated, and no data breach or compromise of information was detected. The attacks aimed to destabilise the platform and potentially extract information, occurring amidst existing controversies for CBSE concerning alleged mismatches in Class 12 answer sheets.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty Climb in Early Trade

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty Climb in Early Trade

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian stock market benchmarks, Sensex and Nifty, saw gains in early trading, driven by anticipation surrounding the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy decision, despite mixed global cues and significant FII outflows.

Indian Navy's Submarine Shortfall Dilemma

Indian Navy's Submarine Shortfall Dilemma

Rediff.com4 days ago

Experts' worries intensified after Pakistan commissioned its first Chinese-built Hangor-class submarine, PNS Hangor, last month.

How Delhi Customs Foiled Rs 2.1 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling Bid

How Delhi Customs Foiled Rs 2.1 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling Bid

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Customs officials at Delhi's IGI Airport seized over 6 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 2.1 crore, from an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok. The high-potency cannabis was found during baggage screening, leading to a case under the NDPS Act.

Saba Karim On Kohli's Assured 2027 World Cup Spot And Rohit's Fitness Challenge

Saba Karim On Kohli's Assured 2027 World Cup Spot And Rohit's Fitness Challenge

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former cricketer and selector Saba Karim discusses the prospects of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the 2027 ODI World Cup, highlighting Kohli's assured spot due to fitness and performance, while Rohit needs to prove himself. Karim also praises Kohli's multi-format adaptability and addresses Rishabh Pant's struggles in white-ball cricket.

India Post To Modernise Logistics Infrastructure

India Post To Modernise Logistics Infrastructure

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The government is planning a postal logistics infrastructure upgrade for India Post to modernise parcel facilities, aligning them with those in developed nations, according to Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.

Cummins may skip IPL 2027 to prioritise Tests and ODI World Cup

Cummins may skip IPL 2027 to prioritise Tests and ODI World Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pat Cummins has hinted at skipping IPL 2027 as Australia's packed schedule, including a Test series in India, the Ashes and the ODI World Cup, takes priority over franchise cricket.

Manufacturing Sector Sees Strong Growth in May, Driven by Domestic Demand and Infrastructure

Manufacturing Sector Sees Strong Growth in May, Driven by Domestic Demand and Infrastructure

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's manufacturing sector activity reached a three-month high in May, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rising to 55.0, driven by robust domestic demand, infrastructure projects, and new business gains despite ongoing inflationary pressures.