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Infosys sees 6.2% rise in Q2 net profit, reaches Rs 7,823 crore

Infosys sees 6.2% rise in Q2 net profit, reaches Rs 7,823 crore

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Indian IT major Infosys announced a 6.2 per cent increase in its consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 7,823 crore for the second quarter ending September 30, alongside a 10.2 per cent growth in revenue from operations.

Sreeshankar's Ankle Surgery: A Setback On The Road To LA 2028

Sreeshankar's Ankle Surgery: A Setback On The Road To LA 2028

Rediff.com7 days ago

Star Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar underwent minor ligament reconstruction surgery on his right ankle in London following an injury sustained at the Asian Games last month. This marks his second major surgery, having previously missed the Paris Olympics due to a left knee injury in 2024. Sreeshankar is now targeting a return to competition next season, with his sights set on the 2027 World Championships and the LA 2028 Olympics.

Dilip Sardesai Gate Board Unveiled At Wankhede Stadium

Dilip Sardesai Gate Board Unveiled At Wankhede Stadium

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has honoured the late batting great Dilip Sardesai by unveiling the 'Dilip Sardesai Gate No. 3 Board' at the Wankhede Stadium on his 86th birth anniversary.

Air India Frankfurt-Delhi flight diverted to Jaipur after hijack alert

Air India Frankfurt-Delhi flight diverted to Jaipur after hijack alert

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

An Air India flight from Frankfurt to Delhi was diverted to Jaipur following a false hijack alert, which was later attributed to a technical glitch. The flight, carrying 293 passengers and 13 crew, resumed its journey to Delhi after security checks, with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) set to investigate the incident.

Keralam BJP Seeks CBI Probe Into KIIFB Irregularities

Keralam BJP Seeks CBI Probe Into KIIFB Irregularities

Rediff.com6 days ago

The BJP in Keralam has demanded a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) during the previous LDF regime. Senior BJP leader P K Krishnadas accused the current UDF government of attempting to sabotage corruption cases and expressed a lack of faith in state-level investigations. The demand follows an expert panel report highlighting financial irregularities in KIIFB.

TCG's Cortex DC To Develop 2 GW AI-Ready Data Centres In India

TCG's Cortex DC To Develop 2 GW AI-Ready Data Centres In India

Rediff.com1 days ago

Cortex DC, a company of The Chatterjee Group (TCG), announced its entry into the data centre market with plans to develop 2 GW of AI-ready capacity across India over the next seven years. The initiative aims to meet the growing demand for high-performance computing, targeting hyperscalers, cloud service providers, and advanced AI workloads with a focus on speed, scale, and sustainable power.

BCCI to hold stakeholder meeting for IPL 2027 planning

BCCI to hold stakeholder meeting for IPL 2027 planning

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Indian cricket board (BCCI) has scheduled a joint stakeholder meeting in Mumbai on October 15 to review past seasons and plan for the Indian Premier League's landmark 20th season in 2027, inviting franchise owners, CEOs, state associations, and broadcasters.

HDFC Bank Q2 net profit up 6%; incoming MD Bagchi hints at balance sheet focus

HDFC Bank Q2 net profit up 6%; incoming MD Bagchi hints at balance sheet focus

Rediff.com5 days ago

HDFC Bank reported a 5.55 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 20,700 crore for the September quarter, with incoming MD and CEO Anup Bagchi indicating a focus on strengthening the balance sheet and addressing retail vertical concerns post-merger.

'Aamir Khan Wanted To Play Ujjwal Nikam In Prahaar'

'Aamir Khan Wanted To Play Ujjwal Nikam In Prahaar'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Nobody could have played this character better than Rajkummar Rao.'

eMudhra to exit SSL/TLS certification business following security vulnerability, shares plummet

eMudhra to exit SSL/TLS certification business following security vulnerability, shares plummet

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Digital authentication services company eMudhra has announced its decision to exit the global SSL/TLS certificate business after a vulnerability was discovered in the security keys issued by its certification authorities, leading to a 20 per cent drop in its shares.

Ballia Court Hands Life Sentence To Four For 2024 Murder

Ballia Court Hands Life Sentence To Four For 2024 Murder

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced four individuals Rohit Yadav, Shekhar Yadav, Jawaharlal Gond, and Om Prakash to life imprisonment for the murder of 20-year-old Rohit Pandey in 2024. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1.85 lakh on each convict. The victim was attacked with sharp-edged weapons on July 20, 2024, and later succumbed to his injuries, leading to a complaint and chargesheet.

Brook breaks Gill's record, then calls knock 'worthless'

Brook breaks Gill's record, then calls knock 'worthless'

Rediff.com8 hours ago

England skipper Harry Brook scored a historic double century, becoming the first Englishman to achieve the feat in an ODI, but his efforts were in vain as Sri Lanka successfully chased down a massive target of 430 runs. Pavan Rathnayake, Avishka Fernando, Dasun Shanaka, and Janith Liyanage led Sri Lanka's record-breaking chase, securing a stunning victory.

NZC reveals why it chose NZ20 over joining Big Bash

NZC reveals why it chose NZ20 over joining Big Bash

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has defended its decision to launch a domestic T20 competition, NZ20, over joining Australia's Big Bash League, stating it considered a range of expert opinions beyond a single Deloitte report.

ACB Nabs Inspector, Guard For Taking Bribe In Navi Mumbai

ACB Nabs Inspector, Guard For Taking Bribe In Navi Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Navi Mumbai has arrested an inspector and a security guard from the Grocery Markets and Shops Board for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 43,000 to issue a Mathadi worker registration receipt. The arrest followed a complaint from an autorickshaw driver seeking a worker appointment.

Over 250 Delhi-bound trains cancelled ahead of CJP's Jantar Mantar 2.0

Over 250 Delhi-bound trains cancelled ahead of CJP's Jantar Mantar 2.0

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Indian Railways has cancelled over 250 trains connecting New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations ahead of a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest, a move criticised by experts and passenger bodies as 'unprecedented' and 'anti-passenger'.

Test Twenty: New Mixed-Gender Cricket Format to Debut in Colombo

Test Twenty: New Mixed-Gender Cricket Format to Debut in Colombo

Rediff.com7 days ago

Test Twenty, cricket's new format, debuts in Colombo on November 14, with 160 young cricketers and boys' and girls' scores combining to decide one winner.

FEI Suspends Indian Equestrian Body Over Governance Crisis

FEI Suspends Indian Equestrian Body Over Governance Crisis

Rediff.com7 days ago

The International Equestrian Federation (FEI) has suspended the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) from December 1 due to a prolonged governance crisis, stemming from the dissolution of EFI's executive committee by the Delhi High Court and the absence of fresh elections. This suspension bars Indian riders, officials, and horses from international competitions until new elections are held and evaluated by the FEI.

India, Australia Umpires Exchange for Ranji, Sheffield Shield

India, Australia Umpires Exchange for Ranji, Sheffield Shield

Rediff.com3 days ago

Australian umpire Ben Treloar will officiate in two Ranji Trophy matches in India, while India's Parashar Joshi will travel to Australia to stand in two Sheffield Shield matches and one One Day Cup fixture as part of an exchange programme between Cricket Australia and the BCCI.

Chandrasekaran to exit Tata Sons in 2027, cites lack of unanimous board support

Chandrasekaran to exit Tata Sons in 2027, cites lack of unanimous board support

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

N Chandrasekaran, the current Chairman of Tata Sons, has announced he will not seek reappointment when his term concludes on February 20, 2027, following a lack of unanimous board support for his extension.

Shoaib Akhtar denies reports of PCB chief selector role

Shoaib Akhtar denies reports of PCB chief selector role

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Shoaib Akhtar has ruled out joining the PCB, saying his mother advised him to stay away from Pakistan cricket politics amid chief selector speculation.

Mutual Funds Suspend Gold FoF Subscriptions Ahead of Festive Season

Mutual Funds Suspend Gold FoF Subscriptions Ahead of Festive Season

Rediff.com7 days ago

Over a dozen mutual fund houses in India have temporarily suspended fresh subscriptions in their gold fund of funds (FoFs) and gold-silver FoFs, a move believed to be influenced by directions from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) ahead of the festive season.

Uttarakhand High Court Quashes Death Sentence Over Convict's Mental Illness

Uttarakhand High Court Quashes Death Sentence Over Convict's Mental Illness

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Uttarakhand High Court has set aside a death sentence for a man convicted of triple murder, citing his mental illness. The court directed the state government to provide treatment and release him upon recovery, noting that the trial court had overlooked his mental condition.

International Equestrian Federation suspends EFI amidst prolonged governance issues

International Equestrian Federation suspends EFI amidst prolonged governance issues

Rediff.com7 days ago

The International Equestrian Federation (FEI) has suspended the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) from December 1, 2026, due to a prolonged governance crisis. This decision, made on October 13, 2026, means Indian riders, officials, trainers, and horses cannot participate in international competitions. The suspension stems from the Delhi High Court's dissolution of EFI's executive committee in February 2026 and the subsequent delay in holding fresh elections, despite an ad hoc committee being formed. The suspension will be reviewed after new elections are held and evaluated by the FEI.

UDF Councillors, Engineer Clash Over School Fitness Certificate

UDF Councillors, Engineer Clash Over School Fitness Certificate

Rediff.com4 days ago

A clash erupted between UDF councillors and a woman assistant engineer in Paipra panchayat, Muvattupuzha, over the delayed processing of a school's fitness certificate renewal application. Cases have been registered against both parties, and an investigation is ongoing.

Clayface Review: Bloody Good Fun!

Clayface Review: Bloody Good Fun!

Rediff.com10 hours ago

There are enough queasy thrills in Clayface to keep horror fans happy, raves Mayur Sanap.

West Indies CEO Blames 1997 ICC Decision for Cricket's Decline

West Indies CEO Blames 1997 ICC Decision for Cricket's Decline

Rediff.com7 days ago

Cricket West Indies (CWI) CEO Chris Dehring has vehemently criticised the existing revenue model for bilateral cricket series, highlighting that the West Indies receive no financial benefit from their lucrative ongoing white-ball engagement with India.

Ravleen Varghese Makes Victoria's Secret Debut

Ravleen Varghese Makes Victoria's Secret Debut

Rediff.com2 days ago

The model from Kodumon, Kerala, walked the Victoria's Secret runway twice, sharing the stage with supermodels Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid, Irina Shayk and Alessandra Ambrosio.

Sebi confirms Rajesh Exports curbs, flags incomplete information in probe

Sebi confirms Rajesh Exports curbs, flags incomplete information in probe

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has confirmed its interim directions against Rajesh Exports and its chairman, Rajesh Mehta, due to unresolved concerns regarding financial disclosures, consolidation of overseas subsidiaries, and alleged fund routing through related parties.

What Went Wrong Between Chandra and Noel Tata?

What Went Wrong Between Chandra and Noel Tata?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Even as lawyers on both sides study the pros and cons of a court battle, there are unanswered questions: When did Tata Trusts review its resolution of 2025 on backing Chandrasekaran for a third term?How will the shareholders of Tata Sons respond on listing and the leadership issue?

Noel, Neville Tata File Caveats Amidst Tata Trusts Governance Dispute

Noel, Neville Tata File Caveats Amidst Tata Trusts Governance Dispute

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Noel Tata, chairman of Tata Trusts, and his son Neville Tata have filed caveats in Mumbai courts, ensuring they are heard before any orders are passed in a dispute involving Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh concerning alleged governance lapses and irregularities at some Tata Trusts.

Tiger Shroff firing: Why Mumbai police resorted to 'Plan B'

Tiger Shroff firing: Why Mumbai police resorted to 'Plan B'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai Police are transporting three individuals from Kota, including a juvenile, who were apprehended in connection with the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car. One of the accused is allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which claimed responsibility for the attack that occurred on Sunday evening in Juhu.

Tiger Shroff shooters were planning to flee to Nepal via Delhi

Tiger Shroff shooters were planning to flee to Nepal via Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Three individuals, including a minor, suspected of involvement in the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car, were detained in Kota, Rajasthan, while attempting to flee to Nepal. The suspects, identified as Ritik and Rehan, were caught on a train from Mumbai after Mumbai Police shared intelligence with Rajasthan counterparts. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the attack, though authenticity is unconfirmed.

Why was Tiger Shroff targeted? Salman Khan link emerges in audio clip

Why was Tiger Shroff targeted? Salman Khan link emerges in audio clip

Rediff.com3 days ago

Three individuals were arrested in Kota for allegedly firing at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai. The incident, which injured Shroff's driver and a bystander, is being investigated for links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which purportedly claimed responsibility due to Shroff's alleged association with Salman Khan. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis confirmed the arrests and vowed strict action.

Power Bank Fires On Flights: Dos And Don'ts

Power Bank Fires On Flights: Dos And Don'ts

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Follow these guidelines to reduce the potential of a power bank fire on a flight.

How To Download UTET 2026 Answer Key

How To Download UTET 2026 Answer Key

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

The provisional answer key for Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UTET) 2026 is now available on the Uttarakhand Board of School Education's official website.

BCCI invites applications for men's selection committee role

BCCI invites applications for men's selection committee role

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for a position on the men's selection committee. This follows the departure of former chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar, whose tenure ended on October 4. Pragyan Ojha is currently serving as the interim chairman.

Former AAP minister Satyendar Jain among 6 held in Jal Board tender scam

Former AAP minister Satyendar Jain among 6 held in Jal Board tender scam

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain and ex-Delhi Jal Board CEO Udit Prakash Rai are among six individuals arrested by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) in connection with an alleged corruption case. The case involves irregularities and manipulation in the tendering process for sewage treatment plant projects of the Delhi Jal Board, with allegations of favouring a specific technology provider and significant financial implications for the government exchequer. The investigation has also revealed a money trail involving substantial transfers to the accused.

How Police Tracked Down Tiger Shroff Attackers In Rajasthan

How Police Tracked Down Tiger Shroff Attackers In Rajasthan

Rediff.com4 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the arrest of three individuals in Rajasthan in connection with the firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai. The accused were apprehended at Kota railway station after fleeing towards Surat and boarding a train to Jaipur. One suspect is linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which claimed responsibility for the attack.

Pakistan players must prove worth for new contracts

Pakistan players must prove worth for new contracts

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pakistani cricketers will not receive their central contracts until after the ongoing ODI tri-series and potentially the Test series against Sri Lanka. The delay is due to head coach Mike Hesson and selectors wanting to assess player performance in current matches and the domestic season before finalising the new specialised format contracts.

Buying A Car This Festive Season? Avoid These Loan Mistakes

Buying A Car This Festive Season? Avoid These Loan Mistakes

Rediff.com2 days ago

Choose a car loan that fits your budget, keeps EMIs manageable and saves you money on interest, not just one with attractive festive offers.