BrahMos Aerospace expects to develop the first prototype of its next-generation BrahMos-NG missile by 2027 or 2028, while a missile with a range of 1,500 km remains part of its future roadmap and is currently at the conceptual stage, the company's CEO and managing director Dr Jaiteerth Joshi said.
Amitabh Kant, former NITI Aayog CEO, and PGTI CEO Amandeep Johl express strong confidence in India's potential to become a global golf powerhouse within the next decade. Kant specifically predicts a woman golfer will achieve a breakthrough moment for the country. They highlight India's demographic advantage, rising youth participation, and the need for university-level talent development and private investment in infrastructure to achieve this goal.
The CBI has arrested Anil Kumar, a senior executive at Munitions India Limited (MIL), for allegedly taking bribes and disclosing sensitive defence information related to a Rs 500 crore supply contract. The FIR also names SMPP CEO Ashish Kansal. Kumar is accused of routing illicit proceeds through family members, compromising national security.
We delivered a great slate led by Lock Upp, our first daily reality series, which drove the most viewing of any title on Netflix in India ever.
Karmayogi Bharat and OpenAI have signed an MoU to enhance AI capacity development across India's civil services. This partnership aims to equip government personnel with AI skills through the iGOT Karmayogi platform, fostering confident and responsible AI use for improved public outcomes and a future-ready civil service under Mission Karmayogi.
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.
The top 500 listed companies had 860 women directors or board members overall.
The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust has shortlisted 18 candidates for the Chief Executive Officer position from over 5,300 applicants. Interviews are scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, with the CEO's role focusing on temple administration and management. The selection follows allegations of embezzlement of temple donations, which led to an SIT probe and arrests.
PETA has urged Crystal Palace to retire bald eagle mascot Phoenix, citing animal welfare concerns, stadium-related stress and safety risks, while calling for an end to live animal mascots.
Cummins India has announced the appointment of Gbile Adewunmi as its new Managing Director, effective November 1. Adewunmi, currently VP for Power Systems Industrial Markets, will also take on CEO responsibilities, highlighting India's strategic importance to Cummins.
Cummins India has announced the appointment of Gbile Adewunmi as its new Managing Director, effective November 1. Adewunmi, currently VP for Power Systems Industrial Markets, will also take on CEO responsibilities, highlighting India's strategic importance to Cummins.
The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has completed interviews for its first full-time CEO, focusing on professional experience, vision, and management capabilities rather than personal beliefs or practices. The selection process involved multiple rounds, culminating in face-to-face interactions with 16 top candidates.
A 27-year-old financial content creator, V Harish, known as 'Finance With Harish,' died by suicide in Chennai, prompting police to investigate allegations of cyberbullying related to his investment advisory credentials.
Delhi's Chief Electoral Officer, Ashok Kumar, announced the reverification of over 47 lakh voters whose names were removed from draft electoral rolls. This initiative addresses complaints of eligible voters being omitted and aims to ensure no genuine voter is left out before the final lists are published on December 4. Booth-level officers are resolving discrepancies and voters can fill Form 6 for inclusion.
Goa Forward Party chief Vijai Sardesai has alleged that Nepalese nationals were added to the state's electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and that voters were illegally shifted between constituencies. He has demanded an impartial investigation into these alleged irregularities, calling for deletion of illegal entries and action against those responsible.
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.
India's manufacturing and services sectors are set to create over 35 crore new jobs by 2030, necessitating urgent skilling and industry-academia collaboration. Key sectors like automotive, logistics, telecom, clean energy, and textiles will drive this growth, highlighting the need for competency-driven learning to prepare the workforce.
Air India has commenced construction of a new multi-facility Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) hangar at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. This nine-acre facility aims to centralise engineering and maintenance activities, enhancing fleet upkeep, improving reliability, and reducing aircraft ground time for the Tata Group-owned airline.
Nagaland United Sports Club (NUSC) is poised to make history by becoming the first club from Nagaland to compete in the Indian Football League (IFL), with its debut scheduled for the 2026-27 season starting October 30. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio lauded the club's entry, highlighting its potential to inspire youth and provide a platform for local football talent. NUSC's formation in 2024 and its arrangement with Aizawl FC underscore a significant step for football in the Northeast region.
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton reveals his long-standing dream of an African Grand Prix, now set for Rwanda in the early 2030s, is a significant motivator for him to extend his illustrious racing career.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw a significant rebound in early trade, with the Sensex surging over 700 points, driven by a decline in crude oil prices, easing concerns over Federal Reserve tightening, and the appointment of Anup Bagchi as the new MD and CEO of HDFC Bank.
Willie Walsh, former IATA Director General and CEO of British Airways, has officially taken charge as the CEO of IndiGo, India's largest airline, with a mandate to drive global expansion and operational excellence.
Experts at the TIS-H Clinical AI Summit 2026 highlighted the critical need for real-world evaluation of AI solutions in healthcare. They stressed that promising results from development or pilot programmes do not guarantee effective and safe deployment in hospitals, emphasising clinical relevance, validation, and integration into existing workflows.
Following astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's historic visit to the International Space Station, a significant surge in interest for space science careers is observed among Indian students. Srimathy Kesan of Space Kidz India highlights this shift from traditional fields like engineering and medicine, while Nobel laureate Didier Queloz emphasises the crucial role of curious young scientists in shaping the future.
rediffGURU Ravi Mittal explains when your partner's past relationships may matter and why you should avoid judging someone solely by their romantic history.
L&T Technology Services (LTTS) has inaugurated an NVIDIA-powered Engineering Intelligence (EI) lab in Bengaluru, designed to showcase AI-native manufacturing, digital twins, and autonomous systems. The facility offers clients a comprehensive view of the manufacturing journey, from virtual validation to autonomous operations, and plans to expand to the US.
There should be an open discussion about finances in a relationship, suggests rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, a dating coach and CEO of online dating website Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.
By the time she finished her term as SBI chairman, she was overseeing over two lakh employees, 24,000 domestic branches, 100 international ones and a bank that had stepped into the technological age and become youth-friendly. Meet Arundhati Bhattacharya, the first woman chairman of the State Bank of India and president and CEO, Salesforce, South Asia.
Indian men's and women's hockey players and coaches, who won gold at the Asian Games, were felicitated by the Shivtrinetra Group with cash rewards of Rs 51,000 each on Wednesday. The felicitation aims to recognise their achievements and inspire young talent.
Amitesh Kumar Jha, CEO of Swiggy's quick commerce platform Instamart, has resigned to pursue other opportunities, with Nandita Sinha, formerly CEO of Myntra, appointed as his successor effective August 3, 2026.
Active and passive funds offer different advantages across market-cap segments, making a mix of both a sensible portfolio strategy.
India remains one of the Hyundai Motor group's most important and strategic markets globally. The initiative positions India as a strategic core market for the group's growth, emerging market expansion, and next-generation automotive innovation.
Air India has announced the appointment of Tewolde Gebremariam, former CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Group, as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, replacing Campbell Wilson. This strategic appointment comes as the airline navigates expansion amidst significant challenges.
A cyberattack on an automaker can spread through its wider supply chain and create significant financial losses.
NetApp CEO George Kurian announced that India is the company's fastest-growing market in Asia, driven by strong performance in BFSI, manufacturing, IT services, and public sectors. The company's Bengaluru global capability centre is its largest, housing 4,000 engineers and leading global R&D. NetApp also unveiled new AI-focused storage solutions and cloud partnerships at its Insight event.
L&T Technology Services (LTTS) CEO Amit Chadha announced that artificial intelligence is a net positive for the company, with six key focus areas expected to contribute 80% of revenue in five years. These areas, including digital manufacturing and AI infrastructure, are projected to deliver higher growth and margins, offsetting pricing pressures in traditional IT services. LTTS also inaugurated an NVIDIA-powered AI manufacturing lab in Bengaluru.
The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has announced a new player support programme to financially assist its top 30 golfers in pursuing international tour cards. The initiative provides up to Rs 3 lakh for qualifying school expenses and Rs 10 lakh upon qualification, aiming to ease the financial burden and create stronger pathways to global circuits like the DP World Tour and Asian Tour. PGTI is also working on hosting more international events and expanding domestic golf.
The Centre has announced a major bureaucratic reshuffle, appointing Prakash Rajpurohit as Deputy Election Commissioner and approving appointments for 27 civil servants at joint secretary and equivalent levels across various ministries and departments.
Sujit Paul, group CEO at Zota Healthcare Ltd, recommends simple hacks to improve your energy and productivity levels at work.
L&T Technology Services (LTTS) reported a 66.78 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 548.2 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, largely due to a one-time gain from the sale of its Smart World and Communication business. Revenue also grew by 12.1 per cent to Rs 3,040.4 crore. The company secured over USD 200 million in large deal wins, with a significant portion in AI-related projects, and launched an Engineering Intelligence Lab in partnership with NVIDIA.
