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Bharat Arun Has Helped Strengthen LSG's Bowling Attack: Rishabh Pant

Bharat Arun Has Helped Strengthen LSG's Bowling Attack: Rishabh Pant

Rediff.com1 days ago

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant credits the addition of Bharat Arun to the coaching staff for strengthening the team's bowling department ahead of IPL 2026.

Study: Smartwatch Data Offers Scalable Way to Detect Early Diabetes Risk

Study: Smartwatch Data Offers Scalable Way to Detect Early Diabetes Risk

Rediff.com2 days ago

A new study reveals a framework using smartwatch data to detect early signs of diabetes by predicting insulin resistance, potentially enabling timely lifestyle interventions.

Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan Retitled Maatrubhumi

Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan Retitled Maatrubhumi

Rediff.com5 days ago

The new title is likely inspired by the film's first track Maatrubhumi, sung by Arijit Singh.

Lakshya Sen Falls Short in All England Open Final Against Lin Chun-Yi

Lakshya Sen Falls Short in All England Open Final Against Lin Chun-Yi

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen's quest to become the third Indian to win the All England Open badminton title ended in defeat against Lin Chun-Yi in a closely contested final.

Delhi Police Bust Illegal LPG Cylinder Racket in Jamia Nagar

Delhi Police Bust Illegal LPG Cylinder Racket in Jamia Nagar

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 28-year-old man was arrested in Delhi for illegally selling LPG cylinders, leading to the recovery of 62 cylinders and a vehicle. The accused was selling cylinders without authorisation and at inflated prices.

Rs 14 Trillion Investor Wealth Wiped Out

Rs 14 Trillion Investor Wealth Wiped Out

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Sensex and Nifty post steepest weekly loss in over a year, falling nearly 3 per cent.

Mumbai Man Nabbed for Fake Railway ID Scam

Mumbai Man Nabbed for Fake Railway ID Scam

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A 29-year-old man was arrested at Chinchpokli railway station in Mumbai for allegedly impersonating a railway employee and presenting a forged identification card to a ticket inspector.

How an RTO Agent's Bribery Attempt Led to Arrest in Thane

How an RTO Agent's Bribery Attempt Led to Arrest in Thane

Rediff.com7 days ago

An RTO agent in Thane was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe from an individual seeking a two-wheeler learner's licence.

Sensex jumps 938 pts, Nifty settles above 23,400 on bargain buying

Sensex jumps 938 pts, Nifty settles above 23,400 on bargain buying

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian stock market benchmarks Sensex and Nifty rebounded by over 1% on Monday, driven by value-buying in banking stocks after a three-day slump. Key gainers included UltraTech Cement, HDFC Bank, and Mahindra & Mahindra.

IPL 2026: 'Won't Be Surprised If Dhoni Gives Sanju Keeping Role'

IPL 2026: 'Won't Be Surprised If Dhoni Gives Sanju Keeping Role'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Sanju Samson is the right guy to take over, and credit to Dhoni because he's hung around, waiting for the right person to come.'

Stock Market Today March 6, 2026: Sensex, Nifty dive over 1% on boiling crude price

Stock Market Today March 6, 2026: Sensex, Nifty dive over 1% on boiling crude price

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Indian stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant decline, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East and rising crude oil prices.

War Exposes Cracks in US-Israel Alliance

War Exposes Cracks in US-Israel Alliance

Rediff.com1 days ago

Alliances fight wars effectively only when they share an endgame. If Israel acted without US knowledge, then the military alliance is operating without real coordination at the level of strategic targeting. Neither picture is reassuring in a war that is no longer regional in its consequences. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

Rupee falls 18 paise to close at 91.82 against US dollar

Rupee falls 18 paise to close at 91.82 against US dollar

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar due to rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and foreign fund outflows.

India turns to US, Russia, Africa for oil as Middle East conflict escalates

India turns to US, Russia, Africa for oil as Middle East conflict escalates

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Indian refiners are negotiating for additional crude cargoes from the US, Russia, and West Africa to ensure adequate supplies amid Middle East tensions. Refineries are maintaining normal processing rates and deferring maintenance to build reserves. The move comes as conflict impacts tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz, a key energy transit route.

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) is advocating for the termination of the moratorium on customs duties for electronically transmitted digital products, arguing that it hinders self-reliance, causes revenue losses, and restricts India's ability to tax emerging technologies like AI.

Why Judgement and Creativity are Key Skills for the Future Workforce

Why Judgement and Creativity are Key Skills for the Future Workforce

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Former UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar emphasises the need to focus on skills like judgement, creativity, and ethical reasoning in light of rapid automation in the workplace.

'Experience Vs Garam Khoon': Suryakumar Compares India's T20 World Cup Wins

'Experience Vs Garam Khoon': Suryakumar Compares India's T20 World Cup Wins

Rediff.com4 days ago

Suryakumar Yadav compares India's 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cup winning squads, highlighting the shift from experienced enthusiasm to youthful passion.

Jewellery, precious stones worth Rs 2 cr stolen from Travancore palace

Jewellery, precious stones worth Rs 2 cr stolen from Travancore palace

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Thiruvananthapuram have launched an investigation into the alleged theft of jewellery worth over Rs two crore from Kowdiar Palace, the official residence of the Travancore royal family.

App Trap: Hidden Cost Of 'Free' Investing

App Trap: Hidden Cost Of 'Free' Investing

Rediff.com5 days ago

In modern investing, transparency is more valuable than zero fees and not all investing app score big on this front, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed Bank of India to compensate a senior citizen for losses incurred due to unauthorized ATM transactions, citing deficiency in service and failure to adhere to security protocols.

SCARY! India's Graduates Face Job Crunch

SCARY! India's Graduates Face Job Crunch

Rediff.com3 days ago

Less than half of all graduates were employed, with 48.8 per cent reporting some form of work.

Paytm Outpaces Rivals in Monetisation, Driven by Lending and Financial Services

Paytm Outpaces Rivals in Monetisation, Driven by Lending and Financial Services

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A BofA Global Research report indicates that Paytm is leading in monetisation compared to its competitors due to its diversified mix of merchant lending and financial services, which enhances profitability and strengthens its position in the Indian fintech market.

9 Reasons Why Dhurandhar 2 Looks Promising

9 Reasons Why Dhurandhar 2 Looks Promising

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Bigger surprises and shockers await in Dhurandhar 2? Mayur Sanap trusts Aditya Dhar on this.

Uthappa: Sooryavanshi riding luck, tougher tests ahead

Uthappa: Sooryavanshi riding luck, tougher tests ahead

Rediff.com6 days ago

Robin Uthappa says teenage IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may be riding his luck and faces tougher tests ahead, while Irfan Pathan backs the youngster to continue his stunning run.

Why Gender Concordance May Reduce Patient Satisfaction in Telemedicine

Why Gender Concordance May Reduce Patient Satisfaction in Telemedicine

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A new study by the Goa Institute of Management (GIM) reveals that gender matching in telemedicine may negatively impact patient satisfaction, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive virtual healthcare platforms.

Oil surges over 25% to $116.5 per barrel

Oil surges over 25% to $116.5 per barrel

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Brent crude prices surged sharply on Monday, rising by more than 25 per cent to $116.5 per barrel, amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which has made crude prices bullish.

176 Non-Scheduled Planes Lack Flight Data Recorders: What This Means

176 Non-Scheduled Planes Lack Flight Data Recorders: What This Means

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian government disclosed that 176 aircraft operated by non-scheduled and general aviation operators lack flight data and cockpit voice recorders, raising safety concerns. The disclosure was made in response to a query in the Rajya Sabha.

Study Reveals How Cells Sense Their Environment Beyond Direct Contact

Study Reveals How Cells Sense Their Environment Beyond Direct Contact

Rediff.com5 days ago

A new study reveals that human cells, including cancer cells, possess the ability to sense their environment far beyond their immediate point of contact, potentially influencing cell movement and cancer spread.

Study Reveals How Cells Sense Their Environment Beyond Direct Contact

Study Reveals How Cells Sense Their Environment Beyond Direct Contact

Rediff.com5 days ago

A new study reveals that human cells, including cancer cells, possess the ability to sense their environment far beyond their immediate point of contact, potentially influencing cell movement and cancer spread.

US Business Schools Eye India Partnerships

US Business Schools Eye India Partnerships

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The outreach comes amid a drop in Indian student enrolments in management programmes at American universities last year, following changes to US student visa policies.

War Reveals Brutal Math Of Cheap Drones Vs Missiles

War Reveals Brutal Math Of Cheap Drones Vs Missiles

Rediff.com2 days ago

The modern war is about quality over quantity, points out Mihir S Sharma.

IndiGo Reports Lowest Pilots-to-Aircraft Ratio in India

IndiGo Reports Lowest Pilots-to-Aircraft Ratio in India

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

IndiGo has the lowest pilots-to-aircraft ratio among domestic airlines in India, according to data presented in Parliament. SpiceJet and Akasa Air have the highest ratios. Air India Express employs the most expat pilots.

HC Quashes Property Attachment Order for Mukhtar Ansari's Cousin, Cites Lack of Nexus

HC Quashes Property Attachment Order for Mukhtar Ansari's Cousin, Cites Lack of Nexus

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Allahabad High Court overturned an order to seize property belonging to Mansoor Ansari, cousin of gangster Mukhtar Ansari, stating the state failed to prove a link between any crime and the property's construction.

Fake Call Centre Busted in Navi Mumbai for Stock Market Investment Fraud

Fake Call Centre Busted in Navi Mumbai for Stock Market Investment Fraud

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Navi Mumbai have dismantled a fraudulent call centre accused of swindling individuals out of over Rs 1 crore by falsely promising high returns on share market investments. Two individuals have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing.

IndiGo stock may face more downgrades due to Middle East crisis

IndiGo stock may face more downgrades due to Middle East crisis

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

IndiGo operator InterGlobe Aviation had a mildly encouraging third quarter in financial year 2026 (Q3FY26).

Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

When missiles fly in this region, they are never just aimed at military targets.

Fexo's AI Engine Aims to Streamline Business Loan Decisions for Banks

Fexo's AI Engine Aims to Streamline Business Loan Decisions for Banks

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Fexo, an AI intelligence platform focused on the BFSI sector, has launched its AI decisioning engine for business loans, designed to help financial institutions accelerate AI adoption and improve decision-making processes.

India's Oil Reserves Can Cover 40-45 Days If Hormuz Flow Disrupted

India's Oil Reserves Can Cover 40-45 Days If Hormuz Flow Disrupted

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

India possesses approximately 100 million barrels of commercial crude oil stocks, capable of covering 40-45 days of its requirements if flows through the Strait of Hormuz are disrupted, according to Kpler.

Weight Loss Drugs Set to Flood India

Weight Loss Drugs Set to Flood India

Rediff.com4 days ago

While the introduction of branded generics is likely to accelerate volumes for GLP-1 agonists, value growth may moderate because of price erosion.

Fake Police Rob Man in Currency Exchange Scam

Fake Police Rob Man in Currency Exchange Scam

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Eight people have been arrested for posing as police officers and robbing a man of 5,000 in a currency exchange scam near Kalyan railway station.