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BMC election: Colaba ward sees dismal 20.88% voter turnout

While the long-awaited Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation election saw Mumbaikars come out in vigour to exercise their franchise, a ward in the upscale Colaba area recorded a dismal turnout of......

Mumbai records 52.94% voter turnout, down from 2017

A voter turnout of 52.94 per cent was recorded in the Mumbai civic polls, down from 55.53 per cent in the last elections in 2017, officials said on Friday. IMAGE: A man takes a photograph as......

EC tells SC it has power to conduct SIR of electoral rolls

The Election Commission (EC) told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that it has the power and competence to undertake a Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls, besides, there is a......

About 50% turnout in Maha civic polls; 41% polling in BMC

Around 50 percent polling was recorded in Mumbai and 28 other municipal corporations in Maharashtra on Thursday amid sporadic clashes, while a major controversy erupted over claims that the ink......

Comic Con Is No Longer Just A Pilgrimage For Fans

It is a marketplace of attention, where legacy publishers, global franchises, and consumer brands meet to make the most of India's expanding fandom economy. IMAGE: People dressed as Mario and......

$6-Billion Foreign Bet on India's Private Banks

Cleaner balance sheets, regulatory support and strong growth prospects helped Indian private banks attract over $6 billion in foreign capital, with more deals expected in 2026. Illustration: Uttam......

FMCG players witness strong Q3 recovery

Driven by GST reforms, robust festive demand, and softening raw material prices, the FMCG industry expects volume-based growth, supported by a mid-single digit revenue rise and improved operating......

Growth triggers missing in Dabur

Dabur’s business update for Q3FY26 indicated mid-single digit consolidated revenue growth. The guidance is that growth in operating and net profits will beat revenue growth. In the domestic......

'Listing Does Not Alter Our Investment Philosophy'

'We operate in an economy that is structurally positioned for long-term growth. As market levels rise over time, our AUM grows in line.' Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff India is a market where......

Panchayat Season 5 Confirmed, Here's What To Expect

Panchayat Season 5 is officially confirmed for 2026 on Amazon Prime Video, with the beloved cast returning, fresh twists, and new plot developments. Key Points Panchayat Season 5 confirmed by......

The Biggest Bollywood Hits In 25 Years

Selecting one film as the standout of a given year is difficult, since multiple releases often merit the honour. Trade analyst Girish Wankhede puts together a curated list of the 25 biggest hits in......

Ready For Shah Rukh's King?

Joginder Tuteja lists 2026 theatre releases in a four-part special series. Do read: Part 1 ' Part 2 ' Part 3 Mahakali Akshaye Khanna had a terrific 2025, thanks to his impactful antagonist roles......

'Filmmakers Need To Be Brave'

IMAGE: Farhan Akhtar. Photograph: Hemantkumar Shivsharan/Rediff Farhan Akhtar is going the Karan Johar way. His production banner Excel Entertainment is selling a 30 per cent stake to Universal......

Want To See Vijay's Farewell Film?

With the New Year come New Hopes. Joginder Tuteja takes a look at the theatre line-up this January. Jan NetaRelease date: January 9 Widely promoted as Vijay's last film as he prepares to enter......

NZ sweats on Bracewell fitness before India T20Is

IMAGE: New Zealand coach Rob Walter said Bracewell will remain with the squad but the players needed to recover quickly ahead of the T20 series. Photograph: ANI Photo New Zealand coach Rob......

Ashwin explains why Daryl Mitchell is an India bully

'Mitchell is a brainy player who reads the situation well and plays it properly' IMAGE: Daryl Mitchell had an ODI series against India in Indian conditions to remember. Photograph: BCCI Former......

Poonawalla confirms interest in acquiring RCB

IMAGE: Virat Kohli celebrates with the IPL trophy after RCB won the 2025 edition. Photograph: BCCI Key Points Businessman Adar Poonawalla shows interest in buying RCB. Many big names,......

India captain Sandesh Jhingan's big sacrifice to save ISL

'These moments remind us that this club is more than results on the pitch, it is about people, belief, and standing together when it matters most.' IMAGE: India captain Sandesh Jhingan has......

Afghanistan put three-foreign-league cap for top players

'This measure aims to manage workload and ensure peak performance for national duties.' IMAGE: Rashid Khan, the highest wicket-taker in T20 cricket, is currently the captain of MI Cape Town in......