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How India's air defence foiled Pak missile attack on Golden Temple

How India's air defence foiled Pak missile attack on Golden Temple

Rediff.com19 May 2025

The Army on Monday showcased a demonstration of how Indian Air Defence systems, including AKASH missile system, L-70 Air Defence Guns, saved the Golden Temple in Amritsar and cities of Punjab from Pakistani missile and drone attacks.

Fire on Singapore cargo ship off Kerala coast; 18 rescued, 4 missing

Fire on Singapore cargo ship off Kerala coast; 18 rescued, 4 missing

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Of the 22 crew members on board the ship, MV Wan Hai 503, 18 have abandoned the vessel and are being rescued by Indian Navy and Coast Guard assets, he said.

'Markram is someone for the big occasion; there's no doubt'

'Markram is someone for the big occasion; there's no doubt'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Ashwell Prince, South Africa's batting coach, labelled Aiden Markram as the "man for the big occasion" after the opener steered the Proteas towards what could be a famous run-chase in the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia on Friday.

Exiting Markets Now Could Cost You

Exiting Markets Now Could Cost You

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Investors should avoid making drastic changes to their asset allocation during a market correction.

The Future of Movie Nights at Home

The Future of Movie Nights at Home

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Mukesh Ambani's Antilia includes a private theatre that seats over 50, a snow room, and even an ice cream parlour. If that's not redefining home entertainment, what is?

Don't Want IT Notice? Read This NOW!

Don't Want IT Notice? Read This NOW!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Tax evaders, BEWARE! The Income Tax department is using AI data analytics to bust fake deductions, flag HRA fraud, and trace digital footprints.

India's forex reserves jump $1.57 bn to $677.83 bn

India's forex reserves jump $1.57 bn to $677.83 bn

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

India's forex reserves increased by $1.57 billion to $677.83 billion for the week ended April 11, the Reserve Bank said on Friday. This is the sixth consecutive week of a rise in the kitty.

Moderate valuation, growth triggers augur well for Shriram Finance stock

Moderate valuation, growth triggers augur well for Shriram Finance stock

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Shriram Finance's (SHFL's) profit after tax (PAT) rose 10 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to Rs 2,140 crore in the fourth quarter of the financial year 2024-25 (Q4FY25).

Wrong ITR Form Can Delay Tax Returns

Wrong ITR Form Can Delay Tax Returns

Rediff.com27 May 2025

The return filed could be treated as defective, invalid, or even be considered as not filed at all.

Sebi attaches bank, demat, MF accounts of Mehul Choksi to recover Rs 2.1 cr dues

Sebi attaches bank, demat, MF accounts of Mehul Choksi to recover Rs 2.1 cr dues

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Markets regulator Sebi has ordered the attachment of bank accounts and shares and mutual fund holdings of absconding diamantaire Mehul Choksi to recover dues totalling Rs 2.1 crore in a case of violation of insider trading rules in the shares of Gitanjali Gems.

'My Job Is To Be A Facilitator'

'My Job Is To Be A Facilitator'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

'My job is to provide people with a bouquet of options they can choose from.'

ED seizes Rs 1.70 cr cash, documents in raids against Jaypee Infra, others

ED seizes Rs 1.70 cr cash, documents in raids against Jaypee Infra, others

Rediff.com26 May 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has said it seized cash of Rs 1.70 crore and documents related to immovable assets during searches conducted against Jaypee Infratech Ltd (JIL), Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL) and other entities in an alleged homebuyers' fraud case linked money laundering investigation. The raids were carried out at 15 premises in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad and Mumbai on May 23 under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

This couldn't occur without money support: FATF on Pahalgam attack

This couldn't occur without money support: FATF on Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The FATF statement comes in the backdrop of Indian authorities highlighting Pakistan's persistent support for terrorism and its funnelling of multilateral funds for arms procurement.

Securitisation volumes see a slump sequentially in Q4FY25, says ICRA

Securitisation volumes see a slump sequentially in Q4FY25, says ICRA

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Securitisation - sale of loans to investors - by lenders, including banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), crossed Rs 50,000 crore during the fourth quarter ended March 2025 (Q4F25). This is a tad higher than Rs 48,000 crore during the same period of FY24.

Planning Loan Against Mutual Funds?

Planning Loan Against Mutual Funds?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

'The rise in SIP contributions has created a pool of long-term MF assets that can be pledged for loans.'

Market volatility slows MF investor additions

Market volatility slows MF investor additions

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

New investor additions by mutual funds (MFs) have slowed dramatically in recent months, indicating that market correction and a rise in volatility are somewhat dimming the appeal of equity schemes. MFs have onboarded 300,000 new investors in April 2025, the lowest in 22 months.

'Spy' YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra sent to 4-day police remand

'Spy' YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra sent to 4-day police remand

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Malhotra was among the 12 people arrested from Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh over the past two weeks on suspicion of espionage, with investigators suspecting the presence of a Pakistan-linked spy network operating in north India.

'Bharti AXA's First Goal Is To Achieve 3x Revenue'

'Bharti AXA's First Goal Is To Achieve 3x Revenue'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'Our new business premium is around Rs 700 crore, which we want to take to Rs 2,000 crore.'

India's Census 2027 to include caste count; exercise to cost Rs 13K cr

India's Census 2027 to include caste count; exercise to cost Rs 13K cr

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

The census will be carried out with a reference date of October 1, 2026 in snow-bound areas like Ladakh and March 1, 2027 in the rest of the country, the notification said.

Gold jewellery consumption to dip by 9-10% in FY26

Gold jewellery consumption to dip by 9-10% in FY26

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Domestic gold jewellery consumption is likely to decline by 9-10 per cent in 2025-26, mainly due to a 33 per cent surge in gold prices, a report said on Thursday. The consumption of bars and coins increased 17 per cent and 25 per cent, respectively, in FY24 and FY25, reflecting investor preference for safe-haven assets amid global macroeconomic uncertainty and heightened geopolitical and trade tensions, Icra said in the report.

Zimbabwe name Ballance as consultant for England Test

Zimbabwe name Ballance as consultant for England Test

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Zimbabwe have appointed former England batter Gary Ballance as a coaching consultant for a four-day test against their hosts in Nottingham this month, officials said on Tuesday.

Sensex jumps 455 points, Nifty tops 25K

Sensex jumps 455 points, Nifty tops 25K

Rediff.com26 May 2025

From the Sensex firms, Mahindra & Mahindra, HCL Tech, Tata Motors, Nestle, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Larsen & Toubro, and Tech Mahindra were the biggest gainers. In contrast, Eternal, UltraTech Cement, Power Grid, Tata Steel and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the laggards. Eternal dropped 4.51 per cent.

BSF destroys 5 Pak posts, terrorist launch pad across Jammu

BSF destroys 5 Pak posts, terrorist launch pad across Jammu

Rediff.com22 May 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) destroyed five Pakistani posts and a terrorist launch pad across the Jammu border in an operation, an officer said. The BSF retaliated after Pakistan targeted civilian areas and Indian establishments in a systematic manner, the officer said.

Markets end lower on profit taking in IT shares

Markets end lower on profit taking in IT shares

Rediff.com16 May 2025

HCL Tech, State Bank of India, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, Bajaj Finserv, Larsen & Toubro, Mahindra & Mahindra and Titan were also among the losers in the Sensex pack. Eternal, Hindustan Unilever, Asian Paints, ITC, Tata Motors and NTPC were among the gainers.

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh revealed that the team collectively 'manifested' a top-two finish after the mini-auction.

Check Margins To Choose Right Tax Regime

Check Margins To Choose Right Tax Regime

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Besides wrong selection of ITR form, many professionals claim deductions they are ineligible for.

It's Time to Update Army Regiment Names

It's Time to Update Army Regiment Names

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

>The Indian Army still uses old British-era names and recruits soldiers based on caste or region, which hurts national unity, argues Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

India's gold demand falls 15% in Jan-Mar to 118.1 tonnes on high prices: WGC

India's gold demand falls 15% in Jan-Mar to 118.1 tonnes on high prices: WGC

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

India's gold demand witnessed a 15 per cent on-year decline to 118.1 tonnes in the January-March quarter of this year, even as value grew by 22 per cent to Rs 94,030 crore due to surging prices, the World Gold Council (WGC) said on Wednesday. According to the WGC forecast, India's gold demand for 2025 is expected to be between 700-800 tonnes.

Strait of Hormuz closure: How it will impact India

Strait of Hormuz closure: How it will impact India

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

US strikes on Iran's three main nuclear facilities have once again raised concerns that Tehran might shut down the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world's most critical chokepoints, through which a fifth of global oil and gas supply flows.

Highest possible vigil along border, Op Sindoor continues: BSF

Highest possible vigil along border, Op Sindoor continues: BSF

Rediff.com27 May 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) remains on high alert along the International Border (IB) and has not let its guard down, BSF Inspector General, Jammu Frontier, Shashank Anand said on Tuesday. Operation Sindoor, aimed at preventing infiltration attempts, continues as Pakistan cannot be trusted, he added. Anand highlighted the BSF's robust response after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, including destroying multiple terror launch pads and thwarting infiltration attempts.

Sehwag slams Pak for escalation, Neeraj backs Armed Forces

Sehwag slams Pak for escalation, Neeraj backs Armed Forces

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Sehwag condemned Pakistan's intent and motives in a strongly worded post

'Two Quarters Canara Bank's NIMs To Be Under Pressure'

'Two Quarters Canara Bank's NIMs To Be Under Pressure'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'Afterwards, some improvement is expected.'

SC scraps IBC buyout of Bhushan Power & Steel by JSW Steel

SC scraps IBC buyout of Bhushan Power & Steel by JSW Steel

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday declared JSW Steel Limited's resolution plan for Bhushan Power & Steel Limited (BPSL) "illegal" and ordered the latter's liquidation, four years after the company was acquired by JSW Steel under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). Following the ruling, JSW Steel shares fell sharply.

Forex reserves swell $10.87 bn to $676.27 bn

Forex reserves swell $10.87 bn to $676.27 bn

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

India's forex reserves jumped $10.87 billion to $676.27 billion during the week ended April 4, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Friday. The overall kitty had jumped $6.6 billion to $665.4 billion in the previous reporting week.

NGOs getting foreign funds can't publish newsletters

NGOs getting foreign funds can't publish newsletters

Rediff.com27 May 2025

The Indian government has announced new rules for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) receiving foreign contributions under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA). These rules include requiring NGOs to obtain a "Not a Newspaper" certificate from the Registrar of Newspapers for India if they engage in publication-related activities, as well as submitting financial statements and audit reports for the past three years. Additionally, NGOs must submit a commitment letter from the donor, a project report detailing proposed expenses, and a declaration that administrative expenses will not exceed 20% of the foreign contribution.

Pakistan Upgrading Nukes To Counter India: US

Pakistan Upgrading Nukes To Counter India: US

Rediff.com27 May 2025

The US intelligence assessment highlights Pakistan's near-certain procurement of weapons of mass destruction-applicable goods from foreign suppliers, primarily through Chinese support.

'Want To Stop Saving In PPF. Is It Ok?'

'Want To Stop Saving In PPF. Is It Ok?'

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

TCS calls Gen AI a 'civilisational shift'

TCS calls Gen AI a 'civilisational shift'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

India's largest IT services company TCS believes that generative artificial intelligence (AI) is not just another tech cycle but a "civilisational shift" which will positively benefit every industry.

A Nuclear Scientist Who Advocated Disarmament

A Nuclear Scientist Who Advocated Disarmament

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

M R Srinivasan focused on the peaceful use of nuclear power at a time when the popular view among the 'hawks' was that India should build a nuclear arsenal as a deterrent.

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

A must read for a generation that grew up on his novels.