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Ethanol Blending In Petrol Causes No Damage To Vehicles: Brazilian Minister

Ethanol Blending In Petrol Causes No Damage To Vehicles: Brazilian Minister

Rediff.com6 minutes ago

'As long as the vehicle has a flex engine, it is irrelevant if the mixture is 15 per cent or 30 per cent; the performance is the same.'

Tigers, Boars, Pythons, 400 Kg Tomatoes...

Tigers, Boars, Pythons, 400 Kg Tomatoes...

Rediff.com18 minutes ago

Arti Dwarkadas, a former advertising professional, shares her experiences of transitioning from a balcony gardener to a rural Maharashtra farmer in Two Bandra Girls Buy A Farm.

Praggnanandhaa seals St Louis title with ease, eyes Grand Chess Tour Final

Praggnanandhaa seals St Louis title with ease, eyes Grand Chess Tour Final

Rediff.com18 minutes ago

R Praggnanandhaa delivered a statement performance in St. Louis, powering his way to his maiden Rapid & Blitz title with a round to spare.

A Neighbour Like No Other And Her Chole Recipe

A Neighbour Like No Other And Her Chole Recipe

Rediff.com20 minutes ago

My doctor neighbour makes the best Chole -- not too spicy, not too thick, tangy and delicious.

'Cheap politics': Vijay breaks silence on Cauvery issue

'Cheap politics': Vijay breaks silence on Cauvery issue

Rediff.com22 minutes ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has proposed holding talks with Karnataka regarding the long-standing Cauvery water dispute, citing a hope for a positive outcome. Despite his government's firm stance on legal recourse, Vijay believes a dialogue in Bengaluru could lead to a resolution.

Ollie Pope opens up on England return, Ashes goal

Ollie Pope opens up on England return, Ashes goal

Rediff.com31 minutes ago

England batter Ollie Pope, recalled to the Test squad for the Pakistan series after a challenging Ashes tour, describes the call-up as feeling like a 'debut' and is determined to prove himself, particularly with an eye on the next home Ashes series.

FIFPRO Slams Infantino for 'Profound Abuse of Power' Over World Cup Privatisation Plan

FIFPRO Slams Infantino for 'Profound Abuse of Power' Over World Cup Privatisation Plan

Rediff.com37 minutes ago

The global players' union, FIFPRO, has strongly criticised FIFA President Gianni Infantino, accusing him of 'profound abuse of presidential power' following the secretive development and subsequent shelving of the 'FIFA Forward Enterprise' plan, which aimed to privatise the FIFA World Cup.

Trump signs new executive orders on birthright citizenship despite SC setback

Trump signs new executive orders on birthright citizenship despite SC setback

Rediff.com42 minutes ago

US President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders aimed at cracking down on 'birth tourism' and limiting eligibility for birthright citizenship, weeks after the Supreme Court rejected a similar directive.

Can Social Media Age Bans Work?

Can Social Media Age Bans Work?

Rediff.com49 minutes ago

At what age should society stop regulating life choices and allow people to make their own?

Microsoft's Hyderabad Data Centre Goes Live, Bolstering India's AI Ambitions

Microsoft's Hyderabad Data Centre Goes Live, Bolstering India's AI Ambitions

Rediff.com50 minutes ago

Microsoft has announced the activation of its latest data centre in Hyderabad, significantly expanding its Cloud infrastructure in India and enabling organisations to leverage AI-era services with enhanced local choice and security.

Elon Musk's Vision: Terafab To Revolutionise AI Chip Production

Elon Musk's Vision: Terafab To Revolutionise AI Chip Production

Rediff.com1 hour ago

SpaceX and Tesla are jointly investing USD 16.8 billion to construct 'Terafab', an advanced AI semiconductor complex in Grimes County, Texas. This massive facility aims to address the global chip supply shortage, create thousands of jobs, and produce AI chips for Elon Musk's various ventures, including Tesla's robots and SpaceX's orbital data centres. The project is supported by a USD 30 million grant from the Texas government.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline Amidst Surging Crude Oil Prices

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline Amidst Surging Crude Oil Prices

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade, primarily due to a surge in crude oil prices and a retreat in Wall Street, as investors reduced exposure to risk assets amidst geopolitical uncertainty. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 7, 2026.

WhatsApp, Telegram, PDFs: How accused circulated NEET papers

WhatsApp, Telegram, PDFs: How accused circulated NEET papers

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has alleged that the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak was orchestrated through an extensive digital network, with confidential question papers circulated via WhatsApp, Telegram, and electronic files among conspirators days before the examination.

Aarit Kapil Nears International Master Title With Second Norm

Aarit Kapil Nears International Master Title With Second Norm

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Ten-year-old Indian chess prodigy Aarit Kapil has secured his second International Master (IM) norm at the Rudar GM Closed Tournament in Serbia. With impressive victories against strong opponents and a current lead in the tournament, Aarit is now just one norm away from achieving the coveted IM title, showcasing his exceptional talent on the international stage.

Ohh My Dog Review: Go Watch!

Ohh My Dog Review: Go Watch!

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Ohh My Dog has something different to offer. As for dog lovers, this is definitely a film to catch, rave Rajesh Karkera and Mayur Sanap.

'Worst Phase For Equities Appears To Be Behind Us'

'Worst Phase For Equities Appears To Be Behind Us'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'Healthy double-digit returns are still possible, though a sharp rally is unlikely.'

'Manmohan Singh's 1991 Budget Speech Was Freedom Day For Us'

'Manmohan Singh's 1991 Budget Speech Was Freedom Day For Us'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'1991 was an exceptional period in Indian history.' 'A big 400-volt shock was administered to the system, which was required. Today, we are in a much, much better position.'

The Insurance Add-On Every Car Owner Needs This Monsoon

The Insurance Add-On Every Car Owner Needs This Monsoon

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Protect your vehicle from the unpredictable monsoon season by understanding essential motor insurance add-ons like Engine Protect and Zero Depreciation, crucial for covering damages from floods, waterlogging, and preventing costly out-of-pocket expenses.

Hospitalisation, Cashless Claims & Settlement: What Every Medical Insurance Policyholder Should Know

Hospitalisation, Cashless Claims & Settlement: What Every Medical Insurance Policyholder Should Know

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Many claim disputes arise not because the insurer refuses to pay but because policyholders don't know the claim process, miss important documents or misunderstand what their policy covers.

Why Bank Frauds Keep Rising

Why Bank Frauds Keep Rising

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'It's not about individuals operating the mule accounts being more or less skilled. Instead, 'lower-level' refers to the role the individual account plays in the broader mule network.'

Gen Z Protests: What Government Needs To Fix

Gen Z Protests: What Government Needs To Fix

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The challenge thrown by the youth movement creates the opportunity for a more consequential debate on India's economic trajectory because it must remain centered on India's youth as its driving impulse, asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

How Ordinary Indians Bought A Mighty Empire To Its Knees

How Ordinary Indians Bought A Mighty Empire To Its Knees

Rediff.com1 hour ago

What Every Indian Must Know About the Quit India Movement.

Lord Shiva Submerged By The Ganga

Lord Shiva Submerged By The Ganga

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Heavy monsoon rains have caused the Ganga at Rishikesh and the Alakhnanda-Mandakini rivers in Rudraprayag to swell dangerously.

Moto Pad 70 Groove Arrives In India

Moto Pad 70 Groove Arrives In India

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Motorola has introduced the Moto Pad 70 Groove in India with a 12.1-inch 2.5K 120Hz display, MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset, Android 16 and AI-powered features.

8 Outstanding Monsoon Travel Ideas

8 Outstanding Monsoon Travel Ideas

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Make the most of the monsoon with these hatke experiences.

15 Hidden Clues In The Ramayana Trailer

15 Hidden Clues In The Ramayana Trailer

Rediff.com1 hour ago

From Ravana's divine weapon to the mystery around Parashurama, the Ramayana trailer hides several fascinating details in plain sight.

Warm-up: Gill injured, Rahul to lead India on Day 1

Warm-up: Gill injured, Rahul to lead India on Day 1

Rediff.com2 hours ago

SLC XI have won the toss and elected to bat first against Team India.

Did Trump, Hegseth clash over weapons shortage? US Prez reacts

Did Trump, Hegseth clash over weapons shortage? US Prez reacts

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Donald Trump has strongly refuted claims of a munitions shortage and denied any confrontation with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, labelling the reports as "fake news" and asserting the nation's robust military production capabilities.

Marnus Labuschagne 'Optimistic' for Bangladesh Tests, Aims to Regain Form

Marnus Labuschagne 'Optimistic' for Bangladesh Tests, Aims to Regain Form

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne is 'extremely optimistic and well-prepared' for the upcoming two-match home Test series against Bangladesh, believing that runs will flow if he trusts his game, despite a recent drought of Test centuries.

Gambhir's Big Survival Test In Sri Lanka

Gambhir's Big Survival Test In Sri Lanka

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Already, the knives are out for Gautam Gambhir because of his poor record as coach in Test matches, and a potential defeat in Sri Lanka could prove to be the killer blow.

National Handloom Day: 6 Wondrous Indian Handloom Fabrics

National Handloom Day: 6 Wondrous Indian Handloom Fabrics

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Our nation's skilled artisans spend days, sometimes weeks and months, weaving everything from gorgeous shawls to fantastic rugs, along with saris, using techniques passed down from father to son over centuries.

Govt Orders Quick Response Teams Against Fake Posts

Govt Orders Quick Response Teams Against Fake Posts

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The move comes days after the Delhi police said false information linked to the recent students' protest was being circulated through fake social media posts.

India Inc's foreign borrowing intent surges to $6 billion in June

India Inc's foreign borrowing intent surges to $6 billion in June

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Indian companies, including NBFCs, filed proposals with the RBI to raise $6.08 billion through external commercial borrowings (ECBs) and foreign currency convertible bonds (FCCBs) in June, marking a significant increase from the previous month.

Tata Sons continues as 'upper-layer NBFC'; listing application pending

Tata Sons continues as 'upper-layer NBFC'; listing application pending

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata group, continues to be classified as an 'upper-layer non-banking financial company' (NBFC) by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), despite its application to deregister as an NBFC-Core Investment Company (CIC) remaining under consideration. This classification subjects it to enhanced regulation and a mandatory listing requirement, which remains uncertain.

CBI chargesheets 11, including 2 BJP workers, in Suvendu aide murder case

CBI chargesheets 11, including 2 BJP workers, in Suvendu aide murder case

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Central Bureau of Investigation has filed a charge sheet against 11 accused people, including two Bharatiya Janata Party workers, in connection with the killing of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's aide Chandranath Rath, officials said Thursday.

Tejpal case: HC calls trial court verdict perverse, says perfect victim a myth

Tejpal case: HC calls trial court verdict perverse, says perfect victim a myth

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Convicting journalist Tarun Tejpal in a 2013 rape case, the Bombay high court on Thursday termed the trial court's verdict of acquittal as "perverse", and slammed it for falling prey to the notion that a complainant in such cases should be a "perfect victim" and behave in a certain way.

India-Pakistan blockbuster gets women's Asia Cup date

India-Pakistan blockbuster gets women's Asia Cup date

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The Asian Cricket Council has announced that India will play arch-rivals Pakistan in the Women's T20 Asia Cup on September 5 in Dubai. The tournament, featuring eight teams, will run from August 28 to September 13, with India being the most successful team in its history.

Real Madrid end Vinicius exit rumours with new deal

Real Madrid end Vinicius exit rumours with new deal

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Real Madrid has announced a contract extension for Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr until June 2032, ending speculation about his future. The 26-year-old, a key player for the club, had been linked with Arsenal. This long-term deal secures one of Real's most valuable assets and follows a summer of significant squad strengthening.

R Vinay Kumar set for big Karnataka coaching role

R Vinay Kumar set for big Karnataka coaching role

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Former India and Karnataka pacer R Vinay Kumar has been appointed as the head coach for the Karnataka state cricket team, replacing Yere Goud. Kumar, who previously led Karnataka to multiple domestic titles, will aim to bring more silverware to the team, with Deepak Chougule and Mansur Ali Khan joining him in the coaching staff.

FCRA bill to be taken up for debate in Parl on Aug 12: Mizoram CM

FCRA bill to be taken up for debate in Parl on Aug 12: Mizoram CM

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma met Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. Shah assured that the bill would not be retrospective. Various church and minority organisations have expressed concerns about the bill's impact on NGOs, schools, and healthcare units, urging its withdrawal or referral to a joint parliamentary committee.