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Banks Brace for 3-Day Strike

Banks Brace for 3-Day Strike

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bankers said the impact could become more visible from September 29 as customers could withdraw larger amounts of cash, although ATM operations are increasingly managed through third-party cash-loading arrangements.

The Very Best Of Kunal Kemmu

The Very Best Of Kunal Kemmu

Rediff.com4 days ago

From a scene-stealing child actor to a cult-comedy favourite and a director in his own right, Kunal Kemmu has delivered plenty of memorable turns across three decades.

OpenAI, Anthropic Urge AI Slowdown; But Will It Happen?

OpenAI, Anthropic Urge AI Slowdown; But Will It Happen?

Rediff.com4 days ago

'You cannot stop these models from getting better. There is competitive and business pressure and if the US stops then maybe China will go ahead.'

China's Communist Party Expels 2 Generals

China's Communist Party Expels 2 Generals

Rediff.com4 days ago

China's communist party has expelled two senior military officials, including General Zhang Youxia, the highest-ranking People's Liberation Army officer, for serious discipline and law violations.

Pietersen's Spin Masterclass: England's Secret Weapon for World Cup Success

Pietersen's Spin Masterclass: England's Secret Weapon for World Cup Success

Rediff.com4 days ago

England's white-ball captain Harry Brook revealed that former Ashes and T20 World Cup-winning batter Kevin Pietersen has been instrumental in teaching the squad how to effectively play spin.

F&O: When Trading Turns Into Gambling

F&O: When Trading Turns Into Gambling

Rediff.com4 days ago

88 per cent of individual traders lost money during FY26. Until we recognise gambling dressed up as option buying for what it is, we will keep treating the wrong disease, asserts Harsh Roongta.

Haier M70 Mini LED TV Series: 43-Inch To 85-Inch Models

Haier M70 Mini LED TV Series: 43-Inch To 85-Inch Models

Rediff.com4 days ago

Haier has expanded its television portfolio in India with the Mini LED M70 series, bringing premium display technology, gaming-focused features and smart connectivity to a range of screen sizes.

Valarivan-Mane miss 10m Air Rifle mixed team medal; finish fourth

Valarivan-Mane miss 10m Air Rifle mixed team medal; finish fourth

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian shooters Elavenil Valarivan and Parth Mane secured second place in the 10m air rifle mixed team qualification at the Asian Games 2026, positioning them for a medal contention. China set a new world record in the same event. Separately, Aadhya Tiwari faced a defeat in her opening soft tennis match but aims to recover in her next game.

White House launches 'Trump TV' amid media access dispute

White House launches 'Trump TV' amid media access dispute

Rediff.com4 days ago

The White House has launched 'Trump TV', a 24/7 streaming platform featuring past speeches and administration updates, amidst an escalating dispute with major news organisations over White House press access, which President Trump defends by accusing outlets of 'fake news'.

Police Encounter Leads To Arrest Of Child Rape Accused In Sitapur

Police Encounter Leads To Arrest Of Child Rape Accused In Sitapur

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man accused of raping a six-year-old girl was arrested in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, following an exchange of fire with police. The accused, Avdhram alias Bhole Shankar, sustained a gunshot injury and was apprehended. Police recovered a country-made pistol and cartridges, and a reward was announced for the arresting team.

India Faces Uphill Battle After Uzbekistan Loss At Chess Olympiad

India Faces Uphill Battle After Uzbekistan Loss At Chess Olympiad

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's title defence at the Chess Olympiad suffered a setback after a loss to hosts Uzbekistan, leaving them two points behind the leaders.

Vanshika Dhir's Actual Vibe Is In Her...

Vanshika Dhir's Actual Vibe Is In Her...

Rediff.com4 days ago

Vanshika Dhir may be the face everyone is currently crushing on after Vibe, but her off-screen style deserves its own fan club.

All Iranian airlines to be shut down globally from Sept 23: US

All Iranian airlines to be shut down globally from Sept 23: US

Rediff.com4 days ago

United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that Iranian airlines could be effectively shut out of international travel from Wednesday, September 23, as Washington threatens secondary sanctions against foreign companies that continue providing services to Iran's carriers.

A new record: Why govt has not ended monsoon session after 40 days

A new record: Why govt has not ended monsoon session after 40 days

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's Monsoon session of Parliament remains formally unprorogued 40 days after adjournment, setting a new record. This unusual delay fuels speculation that the government intends to introduce a key legislation, possibly an amendment to the women's reservation law, without convening a new session. The proposed amendment aims for a 50 per cent seat expansion to address concerns over delimitation.

Indian Men's Kabaddi Team Routs South Korea In Asian Games

Indian Men's Kabaddi Team Routs South Korea In Asian Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian men's kabaddi team secured a dominant 63-31 victory over South Korea in a Group A clash at the Asian Games, marking their second consecutive win and placing them atop the group.

Asian Games: India women lose to Japan in women's team quarter-finals

Asian Games: India women lose to Japan in women's team quarter-finals

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's badminton team was eliminated from the Asian Games after a 1-3 loss to Japan in the quarterfinals. While the doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured a win, singles players PV Sindhu, Unnati Hooda, and Tanvi Sharma were defeated by their Japanese counterparts, leading to India's exit from the tournament.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Proposes Independent Governance Review To Regain Support

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Proposes Independent Governance Review To Regain Support

Rediff.com4 days ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed an independent review of the world football body's decision-making framework.

After student's suicide, IIT Bombay to replace ceiling fans

After student's suicide, IIT Bombay to replace ceiling fans

Rediff.com4 days ago

IIT Bombay has begun replacing ceiling fans with wall-mounted fans in its hostels following the recent death by suicide of a second-year B Tech student, Sahil Wakode. This move, which has drawn criticism from an NCP (SP) spokesperson, comes after a previous student suicide in July and aims to address the broader issue of student mental health and suicide prevention on campus.

Indian Women's Team Advances To Quarterfinals, Men's Team Exits Asian Games Table Tennis

Indian Women's Team Advances To Quarterfinals, Men's Team Exits Asian Games Table Tennis

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's table tennis team advanced to the quarterfinals at the Asian Games after a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Thailand. However, the Indian men's team faced an early exit, losing 0-3 to South Korea in the round of 16, marking their second defeat in the group stage.

FCNR(B) Inflows Push Deposit Growth to 15-Year High, Corporate Loan Rates May Soften

FCNR(B) Inflows Push Deposit Growth to 15-Year High, Corporate Loan Rates May Soften

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's deposit growth has reached a 15-year high of 17.8 per cent, primarily driven by a surge in foreign currency non-resident (bank), or FCNR(B), deposits. This influx of funds is expected to lead to a softening of corporate loan rates as banks seek to deploy their excess liquidity.

AI-led pricing pressure to drive consolidation among mid-tier IT firms

AI-led pricing pressure to drive consolidation among mid-tier IT firms

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's IT services industry is witnessing a surge in mergers and acquisitions, particularly among mid-cap companies, as AI-led pricing pressure and macroeconomic uncertainty compel firms to seek scale, capabilities, and broader market reach. This trend is exemplified by the recent merger of Happiest Minds Technologies and ITC Infotech, aiming to offer end-to-end solutions and compete for larger transformation programmes.

What's Behind 70% Of SIR Exclusions?

What's Behind 70% Of SIR Exclusions?

Rediff.com4 days ago

The prominence of migration highlights a longstanding problem for India's electoral system.

Smriti Makes History, First Woman To Reach 11K Runs

Smriti Makes History, First Woman To Reach 11K Runs

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has become the first woman cricketer to reach 11,000 international runs, achieving the milestone during the Asian Games final against Sri Lanka.

Over 160 Irish Sportspeople Call For Israel Football Boycott

Over 160 Irish Sportspeople Call For Israel Football Boycott

Rediff.com4 days ago

Over 160 Irish sports personalities, including Olympians and former professionals, have signed an open letter urging the Ireland national football team to boycott upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Israel.

Rani Mukerji's Mother Krishna Mukherjee Passes Away

Rani Mukerji's Mother Krishna Mukherjee Passes Away

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rani Mukerji's mother, Krishna Mukherjee, passed away after a brief illness.

Ananya, Alia, Deepika's Gorgeous Ganpati Fashion

Ananya, Alia, Deepika's Gorgeous Ganpati Fashion

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bollywood celebrities showcased an array of stylish festive looks during this year's Ganpati celebrations, ranging from traditional saris to modern ensembles, setting new trends in festive fashion.

Shah Rukh Khan Visits Lalbaugcha Raja With Gauri, Suhana

Shah Rukh Khan Visits Lalbaugcha Raja With Gauri, Suhana

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shah Rukh Khan sought Lord Ganesha's blessings as he visited Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai with wife Gauri Khan and daughter Suhana.

Samsung India sees 36% profit decline in FY26 despite marginal revenue increase

Samsung India sees 36% profit decline in FY26 despite marginal revenue increase

Rediff.com4 days ago

Samsung India Electronics reported a 36 per cent decline in profit to 7,228.10 crore for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, even as its revenue from operations saw a slight increase of 1.2 per cent to 1.12 lakh crore.

EPF Ceiling Hike: Who Pays More?

EPF Ceiling Hike: Who Pays More?

Rediff.com4 days ago

EPF wage ceiling rising to Rs 25,000 could increase employer statutory contributions by Rs 1,200 monthly per employee.

Ganeshotsav 2026: One Bappa, Endless Devotion

Ganeshotsav 2026: One Bappa, Endless Devotion

Rediff.com4 days ago

From lifelong traditions to four generations celebrating together, these Ganeshotsav moments capture the joy of welcoming Bappa home.

Women storm into quarters, men bow out in Asian Games TT

Women storm into quarters, men bow out in Asian Games TT

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's table tennis team secured a hard-fought victory over Thailand to advance to the quarterfinals of the Asian Games. However, the men's team faced an early exit after a 0-3 defeat against South Korea in the round of 16.

Why This CM Is Probing Lionel Messi!

Why This CM Is Probing Lionel Messi!

Rediff.com4 days ago

In 100 days in office, Chief Minister V D Satheesan has ordered five SITs. This would appear to be some kind of a record, points out Aditi Phadnis.

Festive travel may cost more as govt rules out airfare cap

Festive travel may cost more as govt rules out airfare cap

Rediff.com4 days ago

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu announced that the government will not impose a cap on airfares during the upcoming festive season. Instead, airlines will be advised to maintain reasonable prices, considering the rising operating costs primarily due to increased Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices, exacerbated by the West Asia crisis.

Pratitee Bordoloi And Mayank Chakraborty Edge Closer To Asian Junior Chess Crowns

Pratitee Bordoloi And Mayank Chakraborty Edge Closer To Asian Junior Chess Crowns

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Indian chess prodigies Pratitee Bordoloi and Mayank Chakraborty have significantly advanced their positions in the Asian Junior Classical Chess Championship, each securing crucial wins in the penultimate round. They now hold strong leads heading into the final round, poised to claim their respective titles.

Treesa Jolly And Gayatri Gopichand Secure Maiden World Championships Bronze

Treesa Jolly And Gayatri Gopichand Secure Maiden World Championships Bronze

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Indian badminton pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured a historic bronze medal at the World Championships after a hard-fought loss to world No. 1 Chinese duo Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning in the women's doubles semifinals. This marks India's first women's doubles medal at the BWF World Championships since 2011.

Puligilla And Sherif Aim For Glory At Rally Del Paraguay WRC3 Event

Puligilla And Sherif Aim For Glory At Rally Del Paraguay WRC3 Event

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Indian rally driver Naveen Puligilla and co-driver Musa Sherif are participating in the WRC3 category of Rally del Paraguay, the 11th round of the FIA World Rally Championship. The duo, fresh off a win in Rwanda and a historic WRC podium in Saudi Arabia, will navigate 22 red-gravel special stages, with Puligilla emphasising the need for precision due to the rally's challenging conditions.

Tata Listing Battle Enters New Phase

Tata Listing Battle Enters New Phase

Rediff.com4 days ago

Within days of the RBI's letter to Tata Sons that its CIC deregistration application had been rejected, the regulator filed a caveat in the Bombay High Court so that it could be heard before any order is passed on the matter in case there's a petition challenging its listing directive.

It's frustrating, but 10 out of 10 for the effort and intent: Shubman Gill

It's frustrating, but 10 out of 10 for the effort and intent: Shubman Gill

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Shubman Gill called India's drawn second Test against Sri Lanka frustrating but praised his players' effort, cleared Mohammad Siraj of injury concerns and backed India's WTC qualification hopes.

No more room: OCA warns India and other NOCs over Asian Games entries

No more room: OCA warns India and other NOCs over Asian Games entries

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

The OCA has asked India and other national Olympic bodies not to seek late additions to their Asian Games contingents as Japan struggles to accommodate more than 15,000 participants.

Mayank And Pratitee Lead India To Double Gold At Asian Junior Chess Championship

Mayank And Pratitee Lead India To Double Gold At Asian Junior Chess Championship

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

India's Mayank Chakraborty and Pratitee Bordoloi secured gold medals in the Open and Girls categories, respectively, at the Asian Junior Classical Chess Championship, leading the host nation to a memorable double victory and a total of four medals.