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SC directs Bihar legal service to assist excluded voters

SC directs Bihar legal service to assist excluded voters

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court has directed the Bihar State Legal Service Authority to assist voters excluded from the final electoral rolls in filing appeals with the Election Commission.

Stocks of domestic-facing firms lag despite tariff-related hedge calls

Stocks of domestic-facing firms lag despite tariff-related hedge calls

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

To shield against US President Donald Trump's tariff shock, analysts have been advising investors to focus on stocks of domestic-oriented companies, rather than export-centric ones, to minimise potential losses.

Drugmakers look to fill Rs 600 cr Novo vacuum

Drugmakers look to fill Rs 600 cr Novo vacuum

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Indian drugmakers Eris Lifesciences, Wockhardt and Lupin are prepping to cash in when Danish company Novo Nordisk bows out of the human insulin pen market by the end of this year and creates an opportunity estimated to be worth Rs 600-800 crore in the domestic market. Some self-use disposable pens are pre-filled with insulin and others can be reused with new cartridges.

Indian-origin man, living in US for 30 years, detained by ICE

Indian-origin man, living in US for 30 years, detained by ICE

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Paramjit Singh, a businessman from Fort Wayne, was arrested at Chicago O'Hare Airport on July 30 upon arrival from India due to an old case, 21 Alive news portal reported.

Late Engineering Changes Stall 80% of Auto Launches

Late Engineering Changes Stall 80% of Auto Launches

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'The delay is high in India, and even higher in the case of electric vehicles.'

Sovereign wealth funds, pension players leave other FPIs blinking

Sovereign wealth funds, pension players leave other FPIs blinking

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Entities controlled by governments - sovereign wealth funds, and pension funds - have recorded higher growth in equity assets under custody compared to other foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) over the past five years.

Smallcap Schemes Stage Comeback

Smallcap Schemes Stage Comeback

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

This marks a rebound after more than two years of underperformance during a strong rally in smallcap stocks.

Balanced advantage funds tilt towards equities, again

Balanced advantage funds tilt towards equities, again

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Balanced advantage funds (BAFs), which adjust between stocks and bonds depending on market conditions, have increased their equity holdings over the past year, with most schemes now predominantly invested in equities.

UP boy kills e-rickshaw driver while resisting sexual assault

UP boy kills e-rickshaw driver while resisting sexual assault

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

It was a textbook blind murder with scarce clues, no witnesses and no apparent motive.

'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'The Bhashini Mission has delivered a working technology at large scale, which is as good as or better than the one with MNC tech giants.'

PIX: Sublime Jaiswal propels India to 318 for 2 on Day 1

PIX: Sublime Jaiswal propels India to 318 for 2 on Day 1

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test between India and West Indies in New Delhi on Friday.

My Mentor, Nobel Laureate Susumu Kitagawa

My Mentor, Nobel Laureate Susumu Kitagawa

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'Professor Kitagawa is an exceptional researcher, a good teacher and above all a great person.'

'50 days on, nation awaits Dhankhar to break silence'

'50 days on, nation awaits Dhankhar to break silence'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar arrived in Kerala for a two-day visit, including a visit to the Guruvayur temple and interaction with students and faculty at the National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS).

'BJP Will Replace Nitish Kumar If...'

'BJP Will Replace Nitish Kumar If...'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'If the NDA returns with the BJP substantially ahead of the JD-U, a BJP CM bid becomes plausible; if the gap is narrow or JD-U holds pivotal seats, continuity with Nitish is the lower-risk option.'

Indian illegal immigrant causes multi-vehicle crash in California

Indian illegal immigrant causes multi-vehicle crash in California

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

An Indian national, who had arrived in the United States illegally, has been arrested for causing a multi-vehicle crash while driving a truck in California last year that critically injured a five-year old child and left her with life-altering injuries.

Amazon, Flipkart showcase GST deals as festival shopping begins

Amazon, Flipkart showcase GST deals as festival shopping begins

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Amazon India unveiled a dedicated marketplace section highlighting products with reduced tax burdens as the goods and services tax (GST) restructuring took effect on September 22, positioning the ecommerce giant to capitalise on lower consumer prices across electronics, appliances, and other categories. Its rival Flipkart, too, has rolled out its own GST-focused storefront, the GST Bachat Utsav, aimed at helping shoppers maximise benefits from the new tax rates across multiple categories.

6 TOEFL Changes: How It Will Help You Perform Better

6 TOEFL Changes: How It Will Help You Perform Better

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

ETS introduces adaptive TOEFL, fairness protocols and faster scores to ease global students' stress and test anxiety.

'Gold, Silver Are Long-Term Insurance'

'Gold, Silver Are Long-Term Insurance'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

'The world is heading into a period of serious problems, and gold and silver are among the few ways to protect oneself.'

Indians, not British, freed us from Ottoman rule: Israeli mayor

Indians, not British, freed us from Ottoman rule: Israeli mayor

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

"I was born in this city and graduated from here. Constantly we were told that this city was freed by the British till somebody from the Historical Society knocked at my door one day and said that they have done a thorough research and found that it wasn't the British but the Indians who freed this city (from the Ottomans)," said the mayor of Haifa, Yona Yahav.

GST rates cut: Challenges FMCG companies are facing

GST rates cut: Challenges FMCG companies are facing

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

With lower GST rates taking effect, fast-moving consumer goods players face challenges in setting reduced prices for their products in round figures, but expect the magical price points to be restored within two months.

Who Will Win The Asia Cup Final?

Who Will Win The Asia Cup Final?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Sunday's final can be called the ultimate stress-test day for every cricket fan's heartbeat.

Gold, silver may extend rally this week

Gold, silver may extend rally this week

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Gold and silver prices are expected to maintain their upward trajectory this week, but may see late profit-booking amid the release of a series of crucial global economic indicators, analysts said. On the economic front, traders will closely monitor the manufacturing/ services PMI data from across regions and the US non-farm payrolls/ employment data along with consumer confidence for the month of September and speeches from several Federal Reserve officials, they added.

Are We Making A Chinese Mistake Again?

Are We Making A Chinese Mistake Again?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

'Xi is an individual led by a harder calculus and would scoff at melting over gestures.' 'That we did not know this was our failure,' asserts Aakar Patel.

'We have Charlie Kirk's shooter in custody': Trump

'We have Charlie Kirk's shooter in custody': Trump

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Trump further told Fox News that he spoke to Kirk's family members who want to keep his nonprofit organisation Turning Point USA going.

'Suar kumar': Ex-Pak Player Yousuf Abuses India Captain Suryakumar on Live TV

'Suar kumar': Ex-Pak Player Yousuf Abuses India Captain Suryakumar on Live TV

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Former Pakistan batter Mohammad Yousuf sparked controversy by using a derogatory term to insult India captain Suryakumar Yadav during a live TV discussion.

Stop calling Mumbai as 'Bombay' or 'Bambai': MNS warns Kapil Sharma

Stop calling Mumbai as 'Bombay' or 'Bambai': MNS warns Kapil Sharma

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'You (Sharma) have been working in Mumbai for so many years...Mumbai has been your 'karmabhoomi' (land of work). The people of Mumbai like you and watch your shows. Mumbai is in our hearts, don't insult this city, don't insult the people of Mumbai...I am warning Kapil Sharma'

Back Into Good Books! IOC Restores Funding To India

Back Into Good Books! IOC Restores Funding To India

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

IOC resumes funding to IOA after "corrective measures" to resolve disputes and governance issues

SC upholds JSW Steel's takeover plan for Bhushan Power and Steel

SC upholds JSW Steel's takeover plan for Bhushan Power and Steel

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday upheld JSW Steel's Rs 19,700-crore resolution plan for debt-ridden Bhushan Power and Steel Limited (BPSL), bringing down curtains to a prolonged legal battle that spanned nearly eight years.

5 minor madrasa students murder boy, dump body in septic tank in Odisha

5 minor madrasa students murder boy, dump body in septic tank in Odisha

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

The incident occurred on September 2 at a madrasa located within the Ranpur police station limits of Nayagarh district.

'We hope to find chinks in India's armoury'

'We hope to find chinks in India's armoury'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Every team has ability to beat India, it's about what happens on day: B'desh coach Simmons

Why Pant's batting style has coaches calling him a legend

Why Pant's batting style has coaches calling him a legend

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar lauded wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant's fearless batting approach and natural talent, recalling how Ashish Nehra had predicted the youngster's rapid rise.

'Voter before citizen?' Plea seeks probe against Sonia Gandhi

'Voter before citizen?' Plea seeks probe against Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

A plea has been filed seeking action against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, alleging her name was included in the electoral rolls three years before she became an Indian citizen.

No bias in women Army officers' permanent commission, Centre tells SC

No bias in women Army officers' permanent commission, Centre tells SC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The Centre has denied any discrimination in granting permanent commission to Short Service Commission (SSC) women Army officers compared to their male counterparts, assuring the Supreme Court that all parameters are being duly followed.

India Receive Defensive Boost For Singapore Fixture!

India Receive Defensive Boost For Singapore Fixture!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Pressure will be on India against Singapore, but Jhingan available for matches: Jamil

'Markets To Undergo Time Correction'

'Markets To Undergo Time Correction'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

'Future market gains will likely depend primarily on earnings growth.'

'They Kept Telling Me, Why Are You Doing This Film?'

'They Kept Telling Me, "Why Are You Doing This Film?"'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

If we wanted the Himalayas as a backdrop, we didn't shoot it on a green screen.' 'We actually went to the Himalayas and shot on location.'

Yug Gupta murder: HC acquits one, commutes death sentence of two

Yug Gupta murder: HC acquits one, commutes death sentence of two

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The Himachal Pradesh High Court acquitted one convict and commuted the death sentence of two others to life imprisonment in the 2014 Yug Gupta murder case.

Param Sundari Review: Just Like A Kerala Reel

Param Sundari Review: Just Like A Kerala Reel

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

The lead pair looks good on screen. But each time they look lovingly into each other's eyes, the viewer's eye wanders over to the gorgeous landscape, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'India Is Collateral Damage Between Trump And Putin'

'India Is Collateral Damage Between Trump And Putin'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'The President's expectations shifted. The goal post moved and India didn't realize that the goal post had moved.'

Laws can be stayed only in rare cases: SC after suspending part of Waqf law

Laws can be stayed only in rare cases: SC after suspending part of Waqf law

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court of India has stayed several key provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, citing potential violations of the Constitution. The court emphasized that laws should only be stayed in rare cases where provisions are manifestly unconstitutional or violate fundamental rights.