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Shabana, Kabir Bedi In Real Life Drama

Shabana, Kabir Bedi In Real Life Drama

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Kabir Bedi and Shabana Azmi come together in USA v Raj a drama based on Dr Raj Bothra, who was wrongly accused and faced 54 federal charges in the United States before being cleared.

Why YouTube Is Investing In India

Why YouTube Is Investing In India

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

'As a nation, we create beautiful content and a high volume of it (films) but we are limited by the number of theatres and screen density.' 'You now have a living-room large screen available to showcase that.'

Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija questioned by NCW

Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija questioned by NCW

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Social media personalities Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Mukhija appeared before the National Commission for Women over derogatory remarks made on comic Samay Raina's show "India's Got Latent." Producers of the show, Saurabh Bothra and Tushar Poojari, as well as lawyers representing comic Jaspreet Singh and YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, also appeared before the commission. The NCW had summoned them after taking serious note of the vulgar and offensive remarks made on the show. Several FIRs were lodged against Allahbadia for comments on parents and sex, though the Supreme Court has granted him interim protection from arrest.

Quizzed for hours, Allahbadia apologises to NCW

Quizzed for hours, Allahbadia apologises to NCW

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

YouTubers Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Mukhija submitted written apologies to the National Commission for Women (NCW) over their offensive remarks made on 'India's Got Latent', panel chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar said on Friday and asserted that their comments on the online show were 'simply not acceptable'.

Mumbai cyber cops summon Allahbadia; guests, judges of India's Got Latent

Mumbai cyber cops summon Allahbadia; guests, judges of India's Got Latent

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

The Maharashtra Cyber Department has summoned over 40 individuals, including social media influencer Ranveer Allahbadia, to investigate a case registered concerning his controversial remarks on a YouTube reality show, "India's Got Latent." The cyber police have issued notices to Allahbadia, other participants, and judges involved in the show, following complaints about obscene language used during the episodes. While no one has appeared yet, some lawyers have requested more time from the police. The department has also asked the show's producers to remove all episodes from social media platforms. Meanwhile, Khar police in Mumbai are investigating a separate complaint filed by a local BJP functionary regarding the controversy, recording statements from several individuals, including Allahbadia's manager. The National Commission for Women (NCW) has also issued summons to Allahbadia, other participants, and the show's producers to appear before it in New Delhi.

Allahbadia row: Mumbai police grills Apoorva, 3 others

Allahbadia row: Mumbai police grills Apoorva, 3 others

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

The Mumbai Police have recorded statements from four individuals, including social media influencer Apoorva Mukhija, in connection with controversial remarks made by Ranveer Allahbadia on the YouTube show "India's Got Talent." The controversy erupted after a video of Allahbadia's comments sparked debate on freedom of speech and decency. The Maharashtra Cyber Department registered a First Information Report against the show, and a BJP functionary filed a complaint alleging offensive language targeting disabled persons. Allahbadia has issued an apology, but the issue has gained significant attention, prompting calls for regulation of social media and an NCW summons to those involved.

Allahbadia row: Maharashtra cyber police summons 40 persons

Allahbadia row: Maharashtra cyber police summons 40 persons

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Social media influencer Allahbadia is likely to appear before the city police in a day or two.

Swiggy launches Rs 11,330-cr IPO

Swiggy launches Rs 11,330-cr IPO

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Food delivery app Swiggy on Wednesday launched a Rs 11,330-crore initial share sale, asking investors to take a pie of Indian middle class' rising propensity of online ordering. The company, which is present in over 650 cities and towns of the country, is launching the initial public offering (IPO) amid heightened concerns on urban demand slump, and the management stressed that it is unaffected by the broader trends in the economy. "We are also reading about it, but we are not seeing that yet in the business... So far, we have not seen the impact of demand on our business," its chief financial officer Rahul Bothra said.

Samay Raina removes all 'India's Got Latent' episodes after row

Samay Raina removes all 'India's Got Latent' episodes after row

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Comedian Samay Raina has removed all episodes of his YouTube show "India's Got Latent" following a controversy sparked by influencer Ranveer Allahbadia's comments. Raina said he will cooperate with investigating agencies and apologized for the controversy. The show faced widespread criticism after Allahbadia's remarks about parents and sex went viral. The incident has led to police investigations and summons from the National Commission for Women.

Budget plans to complete 1 lakh homes in stalled projects

Budget plans to complete 1 lakh homes in stalled projects

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday announced a fresh Rs 15,000 crore 'SWAMIH Fund' for completion of 1 lakh units in stalled housing projects across various cities, a move aimed at providing relief to distressed homebuyers whose investments are stuck. In November 2019, the Centre announced a stress fund named 'Special Window for Affordable and Mid-Income Housing' (SWAMIH), to complete stalled housing projects across India.

Rs 11K crore IPO in sight, Swiggy projects quick commerce as the future

Rs 11K crore IPO in sight, Swiggy projects quick commerce as the future

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

On the cusp of launching its Rs 11,327 crore initial public offering (IPO) next week, food and grocery delivery major Swiggy believes quick commerce to be its future growth engine and anticipates that it will outpace its core food delivery business over the next five years. Currently, the quick commerce business of Swiggy - backed by Prosus and SoftBank - is 40 per cent of the size of its food delivery revenues.

Cops reach Allahbadia's home; NCW summons him, Raina, others

Cops reach Allahbadia's home; NCW summons him, Raina, others

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

A day after he hit the spotlight with a comment on parents and sex, trouble mounted for influencer Ranveer Allahbadia on Tuesday with Mumbai police at his doorstep, YouTube pulling down the episode of 'India's Got Latent' and the issue being raised in Parliament.

5 Smart Tips To Tackle Burnout

5 Smart Tips To Tackle Burnout

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Take purposeful breaks, practise self care, advises Sweta Bothra, lead psychologist at Amaha Health.

Swiggy gets one step closer to $1.25 bn IPO

Swiggy gets one step closer to $1.25 bn IPO

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Food delivery major Swiggy has received approval from its shareholders for a $1.25 billion initial public offering (IPO), according to filings made with the Registrar of Companies sourced by Tofler. The Bengaluru-based firm plans to raise as much as Rs 3,750 crore (around $450 million) via a fresh issue and up to Rs 6,664 crore (around $800 million) through an offer-for-sale (OFS) component, the filings stated.

Kajol, Katrina's AMAZING Festive Style!

Kajol, Katrina's AMAZING Festive Style!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

From making a style statement in sari to going floral, Bollywood and television divas gave us WOW looks during the Ganpati festival.

Policeman clearly intended to kill Odisha minister Das, says FIR

Policeman clearly intended to kill Odisha minister Das, says FIR

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

The Odisha police, in its FIR on the killing of Health minister Naba Kishore Das, said the accused assistant sub-inspector (ASI) Gopal Das had "clear intention" to kill the minister.

5 terror suspects who fled from Odisha detained in Vizag

5 terror suspects who fled from Odisha detained in Vizag

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

After being alerted by Odisha, its Andhra Pradesh counterpart intercepted a vehicle with Delhi registration number and nabbed the five persons, including two women.

Hot alert! Sakshi Malik smoulders in gold

Hot alert! Sakshi Malik smoulders in gold

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

The Instagram sensation sizzles on the cover of Fit Look.

Spotted: Actor Viju Khote in Mumbai

Spotted: Actor Viju Khote in Mumbai

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

Reader Sachin Abbi sent us a photograph.

Sensex gains 53 pts, Nifty reclaims 10,900-mark

Sensex gains 53 pts, Nifty reclaims 10,900-mark

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

In the Sensex pack, Axis Bank, HCL Tech, M&M, TCS, HDFC, Kotak Bank, PowerGrid, Hero MotoCorp and Vedanta were among the top gainers, rising up to 1.91 per cent. Sun Pharma was the biggest loser, cracking 5.78 per cent.

Sensex plunges over 1,300 points from day's high; ends 173 pts lower

Sensex plunges over 1,300 points from day's high; ends 173 pts lower

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

TCS was the top loser in the Sensex pack, falling over 3 per cent, followed by Titan, ICICI Bank, SBI, ITC and Bharti Airtel. On the other hand, Sun Pharma, NTPC, IndusInd Bank and Bajaj Finance were among the top gainers.

Stock market investors richer by Rs 9 lakh cr in March

Stock market investors richer by Rs 9 lakh cr in March

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

In its biggest post-Budget day rally ever, the Sensex had soared 777 points on March 1, also its best single-day show in nearly seven years.

Index heavyweights lift Sensex, Nifty to lifetime highs

Index heavyweights lift Sensex, Nifty to lifetime highs

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Dr Reddy's was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising over 3 per cent, followed by PowerGrid, TCS, HCL Tech, Infosys and Reliance Industries. On the other hand, L&T, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finserv and Bharti Airtel were among the laggards.

ASK AJIT: 'Suffering huge losses in stock market. Please help'

ASK AJIT: 'Suffering huge losses in stock market. Please help'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Stock market to remain under pressure

Stock market to remain under pressure

Rediff.com29 Jul 2008

The bears are likely to tighten their grip on the market in the short term, following hardening of interest rates by the Reserve Bank amid negative cues from global markets, say analysts.

Sensex, Nifty log steepest ever one-day fall on recession fears

Sensex, Nifty log steepest ever one-day fall on recession fears

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

ONGC was the top loser in the Sensex pack, cracking over 16 per cent, followed by Reliance Industries, IndusInd Bank, Tata Steel, TCS, SBI, ICICI Bank and Bajaj Auto.

Sensex soars 465 pts; Yes Bank, Infy, RIL steal the show

Sensex soars 465 pts; Yes Bank, Infy, RIL steal the show

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

In the Sensex pack, other gainers were Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel, Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp, HUL, Asian Paints, HDFC duo and ONGC -- gaining as much as 2.87 per cent.

RBI policy, earnings from Airtel, Tata Motors key for market

RBI policy, earnings from Airtel, Tata Motors key for market

Rediff.com2 Aug 2015

Over the past week, the BSE Sensex ended on a muted note, showing a marginal gain of 2.25 points at 28,114.56.

Sensex ends 87 points higher; RIL, Yes Bank lead recovery

Sensex ends 87 points higher; RIL, Yes Bank lead recovery

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Among Sensex components, shares of Reliance Industries, India's largest company by market value, stole the show by surging 1.61 per cent to their highest in over three months.

Stock investors poorer by Rs 4.4 lakh cr so far this fiscal

Stock investors poorer by Rs 4.4 lakh cr so far this fiscal

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Total market capitalisation of BSE listed firms stood at Rs 101.49 lakh crore on March 31.

Sensex jumps 192 points on strong Q3 earnings; RIL surges 4%

Sensex jumps 192 points on strong Q3 earnings; RIL surges 4%

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

Both benchmark indices were driven by strong gains in IT, teck, oil and gas, pharma and banking shares amid earnings optimism.

Odisha on alert after 4 'Iraqis' go missing

Odisha on alert after 4 'Iraqis' go missing

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

Commissioner of Police R P Sharma said they had come to stay in the hotel at about 9 pm on Monday but fled when they were asked to produce identity proof before being given rooms.

Infosys shares closed 1% up on subdued FY'15 revenue guidance

Infosys shares closed 1% up on subdued FY'15 revenue guidance

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

Infosys management has guided for a seven per cent growth in FY15.

Sensex snaps 5-day winning streak on weak global cues, profit-booking

Sensex snaps 5-day winning streak on weak global cues, profit-booking

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

The laggards in the Sensex kitty were Vedanta, Tata Steel, M&M, HCL Tech, Bharti Airtel, Maruti Suzuki, L&T, Asian Paint and HDFC

RIL shares fall up to 3% despite high Q1 earnings

RIL shares fall up to 3% despite high Q1 earnings

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

RIL with a market cap of Rs 2,98,776 crore (Rs 2,987.76 billion) is the country's second most valued company after Tata Consultancy Services.

Markets end lower on uncertainty over UK referendum outcome

Markets end lower on uncertainty over UK referendum outcome

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Textile and telecom shares have gained ahead of the Cabinet meet later today which is likely to announce new measures for both the sectors.

Sensex ends 257 points lower on weak global cues; Infosys dips 4%

Sensex ends 257 points lower on weak global cues; Infosys dips 4%

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Infosys was the top Sensex loser along with other index heavyweights ITC and HDFC.

US Fed meet, macro data to dictate course of action on markets

US Fed meet, macro data to dictate course of action on markets

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

The government will unveil the Consumer Price Index data and the Wholesale Price Index data for August on Monday.

Sensex ends 100 points higher after rupee, China shares rebound

Sensex ends 100 points higher after rupee, China shares rebound

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Bharti Airtel , RCom and Tata Communications ended down between 0.1-1%.

Chinese sell-off spooks markets; Sensex slumps 555 points

Chinese sell-off spooks markets; Sensex slumps 555 points

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

World Bank lowered its global economic growth outlook for 2016 to 2.9% from 3.3% earlier.