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Stir erupts against Karnataka's AI city

Stir erupts against Karnataka's AI city

Rediff.com4 days ago

About 45 km from the tech hub of Bengaluru, the Karnataka government is planning a mega artificial intelligence (AI)-powered city with a budget of more than Rs 18,000 crore. To be spread over 9,000 acres, the project aims to follow the theme "Work, live, play" with technology as its core. At the centre of it are, however, thousands of farmers who are protesting against land acquisition by the government.

Delhi Police Nab Criminal Planning Revenge Killing

Delhi Police Nab Criminal Planning Revenge Killing

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Delhi Police arrested a criminal in Ashok Vihar, northwest Delhi, who was allegedly planning a revenge murder. The accused was found with a semi-automatic pistol and live cartridges.

Not true: WhatsApp denies popular figure username abuse amid govt scrutiny

Not true: WhatsApp denies popular figure username abuse amid govt scrutiny

Rediff.com1 days ago

WhatsApp has asserted that username reservation relating to well-known public figure names is restricted only to their legitimate account owners, and termed as "false" any claims that people are reserving popular or well-known usernames.

Ronaldo becomes oldest scorer in FIFA World Cup knockouts

Ronaldo becomes oldest scorer in FIFA World Cup knockouts

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest player to score in a FIFA World Cup knockout match, netting a penalty at 41 years and 147 days during Portugal's dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia. This historic goal, his first in a World Cup knockout stage, helped Portugal advance to the Round of 16, with Ronaldo dismissing speculation about his future focus on the tournament.

Explained: The controversy behind South Korea's World Cup elimination

Explained: The controversy behind South Korea's World Cup elimination

Rediff.com14 hours ago

South Korea's World Cup group-stage exit has sparked a nationwide football crisis, with coach Hong Myung-bo resigning, President Lee Jae Myung ordering an investigation, and growing calls for sweeping reforms within the Korea Football Association.

CAT: Scared of Quant? Follow This Strategy To Score Well

CAT: Scared of Quant? Follow This Strategy To Score Well

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Focus on a few basic topics so that you can solve medium-to-difficult questions on them, suggests MBA expert and rediffGURU Patrick Dsouza.

Amazon Boosts India Investment To USD 48 Billion, Focus On AI And Cloud

Amazon Boosts India Investment To USD 48 Billion, Focus On AI And Cloud

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced an additional USD 13 billion investment in India, bringing the company's total capital commitment to USD 48 billion by 2030. This significant investment will primarily focus on expanding AI and cloud infrastructure, supporting job creation, boosting e-commerce exports, and digitising small businesses, aligning with India's growing digital economy.

Ivory Coast Gear Up For Haaland Challenge In World Cup Clash

Ivory Coast Gear Up For Haaland Challenge In World Cup Clash

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ivory Coast is set to face Norway in a World Cup Round of 32 match, with much attention on Norway's star striker Erling Haaland. While Ivory Coast's defence, featuring Ousmane Diomande, will focus on containing Haaland, their coach Emerse Fae also plans to unleash their own array of attacking talent, including Yan Diomande and Nicolas Pepe, to challenge Norway.

Wedding preps turn to funeral as Lucknow fire kills engaged couple

Wedding preps turn to funeral as Lucknow fire kills engaged couple

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

An engaged couple, Neelesh Kumar and Anamika Samant, who were planning their wedding, became victims of a devastating fire at a commercial building in Lucknow, turning their families' wedding preparations into funeral arrangements.

US Paves Way For Return Of Supersonic Air Travel

US Paves Way For Return Of Supersonic Air Travel

Rediff.com3 days ago

The US Department of Transportation has proposed new rules to reverse a five-decade ban on overland supersonic flights, driven by advancements in quiet supersonic technology like NASA's X-59 aircraft. This move aims to enable a new era of faster air travel while addressing noise concerns, with final rules expected by mid-2027.

Herman Kruis Joins Pakistan Hockey As Coaching Advisor

Herman Kruis Joins Pakistan Hockey As Coaching Advisor

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has appointed 70-year-old Dutchman Herman Kruis as their National Hockey Coaching Advisor on a two-year contract. This move is part of a comprehensive strategy to revive Pakistan hockey after a series of poor performances, including 15 consecutive losses in the FIH Pro League. Kruis will focus on developing young talent and preparing teams for international events, working alongside Director of High Performance Tahir Zaman and current head coach Manzoor-ul-Hasan.

Why Young Couples Don't Want Kids

Why Young Couples Don't Want Kids

Rediff.com3 days ago

More Indians are consciously choosing to remain child-free. From personal freedom and finances to climate anxiety and mental wellbeing, young couples and singles tell us why parenthood isn't part of their life plan.

Mahua Moitra alleges BJP workers hurled eggs at her during protest

Mahua Moitra alleges BJP workers hurled eggs at her during protest

Rediff.com2 days ago

TMC MP Mahua Moitra alleged that BJP workers hurled eggs and raised slogans against her during a protest in West Bengal's Nadia district. She accused the BJP of orchestrating the incident, which occurred outside a party MLA's residence. This follows a similar incident in June where BJP Mahila Morcha workers allegedly attempted to attack her.

Namo Cities: Delhi's decongestion dream faces the test of execution

Namo Cities: Delhi's decongestion dream faces the test of execution

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister's announcement of four 'Namo Cities' aims to decentralise development and decongest Delhi, but experts warn that the initiative may face execution challenges similar to previous urbanisation plans due to inadequate coordination among NCR states.

Fiancee, lover made 2,004 calls before Lohagad Fort murder plot: Police

Fiancee, lover made 2,004 calls before Lohagad Fort murder plot: Police

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

In a deadly twist to what would have been a dream wedding, police on Tuesday said 26-year-old Ketan, who died while on a trek on June 18, was allegedly pushed into the gorge by his fiancee Siya (20) and her lover Chetan (22).

Oriental Cup Returns With Expanded Format And Scholarships For Young Footballers

Oriental Cup Returns With Expanded Format And Scholarships For Young Footballers

Rediff.com1 days ago

The fourth edition of the Oriental Cup, an inter-school football tournament, is scheduled from July 7 to 16 in New Delhi. It will feature over 45 school teams, 1,500 student-athletes, and offer scholarships worth Rs 2.5 lakh to encourage young talent. Organisers aim to make it India's leading school football competition, with growing participation, especially among girls' teams.

OYO parent Prism files updated IPO papers for Rs 6,650-cr fresh issue; no OFS

OYO parent Prism files updated IPO papers for Rs 6,650-cr fresh issue; no OFS

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prism, the parent company of OYO, has filed updated draft papers with Sebi for a Rs 6,650 crore initial public offering (IPO) consisting entirely of a fresh issue of shares, with no offer-for-sale component from existing investors.

'Bro, I'm an artist': Diljit Dosanjh to stay away from CJP protest

'Bro, I'm an artist': Diljit Dosanjh to stay away from CJP protest

Rediff.com1 days ago

Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has publicly distanced himself from the ongoing protests by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar, which are focused on alleged exam irregularities and the NEET paper-leak controversy. Dosanjh reiterated his identity as an artist, not a politician, despite his past support for the farmers' protest and recent appeals to enter politics.

DR Congo Unlikely To Change FIFA World Cup Plans Despite Ebola Warning

DR Congo Unlikely To Change FIFA World Cup Plans Despite Ebola Warning

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The Democratic Republic of Congo plans to continue its preparations for the 2026 World Cup despite a warning from the United States about a potential Ebola outbreak.

Psychological Stress Linked To Gut Microbiome Changes And Health Risks

Psychological Stress Linked To Gut Microbiome Changes And Health Risks

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A new study in mice reveals that psychological stress can significantly alter the gut microbiome, leading to changes in blood-forming stem cells and increasing the risk of conditions like heart disease and diabetes. Researchers found that stress impacts specific brain regions, which in turn affect intestinal microbiota balance and hematopoietic stem cell function.

Mission Aagaman Gets Boost As Vikram-1 Readies For Historic Liftoff

Mission Aagaman Gets Boost As Vikram-1 Readies For Historic Liftoff

Rediff.com17 hours ago

'With Vikram-1, we take our biggest step yet towards a reliable, high-cadence launch programme built in India, for India and the world.'

Tata Motors To Launch 4 New EVs, 10+ Refreshes By FY31

Tata Motors To Launch 4 New EVs, 10+ Refreshes By FY31

Rediff.com5 days ago

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles is gearing up for the next phase of electric vehicle adoption in India, targeting over 30% EV penetration by FY31. The company plans to launch four new products and over ten refreshes by FY31, expanding its portfolio to ten EV nameplates. This strategy aims to move beyond early adopters to engage the early and late majority consumers, focusing on enhanced range, faster charging, and improved battery technology.

Monsoon session likely from July 20, spotlight on NDA's stronger numbers

Monsoon session likely from July 20, spotlight on NDA's stronger numbers

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Monsoon session of Parliament is expected to begin on July 20 and last for three weeks. Key political developments, including recent election victories and party rebellions, are set to influence the session, alongside the government's redrafting of a significant Constitution amendment bill concerning women's reservation and Lok Sabha seats.

'Was an hour away': Trump on halting planned attack on Iran

'Was an hour away': Trump on halting planned attack on Iran

Rediff.com19 May 2026

US President Donald Trump revealed he was on the verge of ordering attacks on Iran but postponed the decision after receiving calls from Qatar and the UAE, citing progress in peace talks.

RBI Revives Plan for Polymer Banknotes to Boost Durability, Cut Costs

RBI Revives Plan for Polymer Banknotes to Boost Durability, Cut Costs

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to introduce polymer banknotes to address the rising demand for currency, improve durability, and reduce production costs, with a pilot project expected soon.

How To Plan Urban Greenery For Cooling Effect

How To Plan Urban Greenery For Cooling Effect

Rediff.com12 May 2026

An analysis of 138 Indian cities reveals that urban greening should consider humidity and airflow for effective cooling, emphasising climate-responsive strategies over one-size-fits-all approaches.

SIT to re-audit Ayodhya trust's accounts of past 5 years

SIT to re-audit Ayodhya trust's accounts of past 5 years

Rediff.com18 hours ago

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing alleged embezzlement at the Ram temple in Ayodhya will conduct a re-audit of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's accounts for the past five years, following preliminary findings of large-scale irregularities.

Vedanta Aluminium Metal set to be top performer post-demerger

Vedanta Aluminium Metal set to be top performer post-demerger

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

The demerger of Vedanta's four new entities - Vedanta Aluminium Metal, Vedanta Oil & Gas, Vedanta Power, and Vedanta Iron & Steel - has led to a 16% appreciation in aggregated market capitalisation, with Vedanta Aluminium Metal identified as a likely near-term top performer due to its scale, low production costs, and favourable commodities cycle.

Not PM, here's who will be attending Khamenei funeral

Not PM, here's who will be attending Khamenei funeral

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28.

Historic! DR Congo Qualify for FIFA World Cup Knockouts After 52 Years

Historic! DR Congo Qualify for FIFA World Cup Knockouts After 52 Years

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Democratic Republic of Congo has made a historic return to the World Cup knockout stages, 52 years after a disastrous debut.

FIFA World Cup Round of 16: Mbappe's France refuse to take Paraguay lightly

FIFA World Cup Round of 16: Mbappe's France refuse to take Paraguay lightly

Rediff.com1 days ago

France arrive in Philadelphia as the World Cup's most feared attacking force, but Kylian Mbappe and coach Didier Deschamps have warned that acclaim, records and a seemingly clear path mean little if they fail to stay grounded against Paraguay in Saturday's last-16 clash.

FIFA World Cup: How 18-Year-Old Lamine Yamal Changed Everything for Spain

FIFA World Cup: How 18-Year-Old Lamine Yamal Changed Everything for Spain

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Spain returned to winning form with a strong 3-0 victory over Austria, as Lamine Yamal's return from injury proved key in lifting Luis de la Fuente's side back to their best.

Adani Power to invest Rs 2 trn over 5 years

Adani Power to invest Rs 2 trn over 5 years

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani announced a capital expenditure programme of over 2 trillion for Adani Power, aiming for 45 gigawatts (Gw) capacity in five years, including a significant entry into nuclear power with a target of 10 Gw by 2035 through Adani Atomic Energy.

MEA's Rare Toshakhana Auction Ends June 30

MEA's Rare Toshakhana Auction Ends June 30

Rediff.com6 days ago

Items include luxury watches, jewellery, carpets, shawls, silverware and collectible artefacts with bidding prices reaching up to Rs 20 lakh.

Modi asks secretaries to fast-track reforms, boost self-reliance

Modi asks secretaries to fast-track reforms, boost self-reliance

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday interacted with government secretaries and discussed with them on two key issues -- deregulation and other reforms for 'ease of doing business' and 'ease of living' and promoting 'Aatmanirbharta'.

8 Asteroids That Gave Earth A Near Miss

8 Asteroids That Gave Earth A Near Miss

Rediff.com1 days ago

You may not know that nearly every year a handful of asteroids skim past Earth at distances that are startlingly close in astronomical terms.

FIFA World Cup: Algeria Knocked Out As Switzerland Advance

FIFA World Cup: Algeria Knocked Out As Switzerland Advance

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Switzerland secured a vital 2-0 victory over Algeria propelling them into the Round of 16.

Nihang-police standoff in Uttarakhand ends after talks

Nihang-police standoff in Uttarakhand ends after talks

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Nihangs have called off their planned protest march in Uttarakhand related to a recent dispute at the Karnaprayag market in Chamoli and a gurdwara in Nagrasu.

Meghalaya 'Bans' Quick Commerce

Meghalaya 'Bans' Quick Commerce

Rediff.com23 hours ago

At the heart of the decision is concern over the survival of Meghalaya's neighbourhood retailers.

Montreal strippers plan strike for Formula One weekend

Montreal strippers plan strike for Formula One weekend

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Montreal strippers are hoping that withdrawing their labour on the busiest night of the year for the city's strip clubs will help them move towards their goal of full employment rights.