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Tata Sons Delays Chandrasekaran's Extension Amid Internal Concerns

Tata Sons Delays Chandrasekaran's Extension Amid Internal Concerns

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The deferral of Natarajan Chandrasekaran's re-appointment as Chairman of Tata Sons has sparked questions regarding a previous unanimous resolution by Tata Trusts and potential internal disagreements.

English Premier League: Wolves and Sunderland condemn racial abuse of players

English Premier League: Wolves and Sunderland condemn racial abuse of players

Rediff.com3 days ago

Wolverhampton Wanderers and Sunderland have condemned the racial abuse directed at their players on social media following recent Premier League defeats.

'Will My Mother's Gold Sale Attract IT?'

'Will My Mother's Gold Sale Attract IT?'

Rediff.com6 hours ago

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries

Bangladesh Grants Travel Permits To 18 Shillong Detainees

Bangladesh Grants Travel Permits To 18 Shillong Detainees

Rediff.com3 days ago

The handover is expected to be coordinated through the Dawki-Tamabil sector, where Indian and Bangladeshi border agencies regularly conduct such transfers.

UK, France planning to arm Ukraine with nukes: Russia

UK, France planning to arm Ukraine with nukes: Russia

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Russian intelligence agency has claimed that the UK and France are covertly planning to transfer nuclear weapons to Ukraine, alleging a violation of international law.

Anil Ambani summoned by ED after skipping earlier date

Anil Ambani summoned by ED after skipping earlier date

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has issued fresh summons to Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani to appear for questioning on February 26 after he skipped deposition this week, official sources said on Thursday.

Suspended UP magistrate launches political party, names it RAM

Suspended UP magistrate launches political party, names it RAM

Rediff.com3 days ago

Suspended city magistrate Alankar Agnihotri has announced the formation of his own political party, Rashtriya Adhikar Morcha (RAM), in Vrindavan. He was suspended by the Uttar Pradesh government on charges of indiscipline.

Son, 21, kills father; chops body parts; hides torso in drum

Son, 21, kills father; chops body parts; hides torso in drum

Rediff.com3 days ago

In a shocking crime in Lucknow, a 21-year-old man allegedly murdered his father and dismembered the body in an attempt to conceal the homicide, prompting a police investigation.

T20 WC: Refund for Kolkata, Ahmedabad tickets if Pakistan qualify for semis and final

T20 WC: Refund for Kolkata, Ahmedabad tickets if Pakistan qualify for semis and final

Rediff.com2 days ago

Tickets for the semi-finals and final of the T20 World Cup went on sale on Tuesday with the ICC promising that if matches are forced out of Kolkata and Ahmedabad due to Pakistan's qualification.

BJP MLA pitches parental nod for love marriages, live-in relationships

BJP MLA pitches parental nod for love marriages, live-in relationships

Rediff.com3 days ago

BJP MLA Chhagan Singh Rajpurohit voices concerns over young couples entering love marriages or live-in relationships without parental consent, advocating for legal safeguards to ensure parental involvement and social stability.

US Tariff Uncertainty Pauses Trade Talks

US Tariff Uncertainty Pauses Trade Talks

Rediff.com4 days ago

'The contours of the trade deal need to be reworked now.'

Did bad weather cause air ambulance crash in Jharkhand?

Did bad weather cause air ambulance crash in Jharkhand?

Rediff.com3 days ago

An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fatal air ambulance crash in Jharkhand that claimed seven lives, with authorities examining weather conditions and potential technical issues.

Trump yet to decide as US mulls weekend strike on Iran

Trump yet to decide as US mulls weekend strike on Iran

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt noted that progress has been made in the Geneva talks with Iranian authorities, but the two nations stand 'far apart' on certain issues.

Players wait at airport, Pakistan Hockey Federation under fire

Players wait at airport, Pakistan Hockey Federation under fire

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is under scrutiny after the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) confirmed providing over 10 million rupees for the national team's hotel accommodation in Australia, which was allegedly not arranged, leading to significant difficulties for the team.

Empty PG Seats, Missing Doctors

Empty PG Seats, Missing Doctors

Rediff.com4 days ago

'When young doctors see limited protection, unpredictable careers and an absence of institutional support, they hesitate.'

How Couples Can Avoid Money Fights

How Couples Can Avoid Money Fights

Rediff.com2 days ago

Regular money talks, setting up joint goals, and regular reviews can help couples stay aligned.

India joins global condemnation of Israeli actions in West Bank

India joins global condemnation of Israeli actions in West Bank

Rediff.com7 days ago

India has joined over 100 countries and global organizations in condemning Israel's "unilateral" decisions and measures aimed at expanding its "unlawful presence" in the West Bank.

How Couples Can Avoid Money Fights

How Couples Can Avoid Money Fights

Rediff.com2 days ago

Regular money talks, setting up joint goals, and regular reviews can help couples stay aligned.

Court Raises Concerns Over Prolonged Incarceration Under PMLA

Court Raises Concerns Over Prolonged Incarceration Under PMLA

Rediff.com10 minutes ago

A special court in Delhi has raised concerns about the use of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) leading to prolonged incarceration based on provisional allegations, emphasizing the importance of upholding individual liberty and the rule of law.

ISRO Reveals Connector Flaw Behind NVS-02

ISRO Reveals Connector Flaw Behind NVS-02

Rediff.com1 days ago

ISRO stated that the disengagement of at least one contact -- in both the main and redundant paths -- of a connector led to the failure of NVS-02.

SC to examine NEET-PG cut-off reduction impact on education standards

SC to examine NEET-PG cut-off reduction impact on education standards

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court will examine whether the reduction in NEET-PG qualifying marks affects the standard of postgraduate medical education, following petitions challenging the cut-off reduction for the current academic year.

Major reshuffle in Bangladesh army, India adviser called back

Major reshuffle in Bangladesh army, India adviser called back

Rediff.com4 days ago

Following the new government's assumption of power, the Bangladesh Army has undergone a significant reshuffle, including the appointment of a new Chief of General Staff and changes in key strategic commands.

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

Rediff.com1 days ago

Lit fests in India have become vibrant cultural celebrations across India, bringing together celebrated authors, emerging voices, poets, thinkers and passionate readers, many of them very young, under one lively roof.

Assam woman out with boyfriend gang-raped, made to transfer money

Assam woman out with boyfriend gang-raped, made to transfer money

Rediff.com2 days ago

The victim alleged that at least seven unknown men raped her one after the other and then forced her to transfer Rs 10,000 to one of the accused's accounts.

9-judge SC bench to hear Sabarimala women entry plea in April

9-judge SC bench to hear Sabarimala women entry plea in April

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has announced that a nine-judge bench will begin final hearings on petitions related to discrimination against women in religions, including the Sabarimala Temple case, starting April 7.

Trump raises global tariff from 10% to 15% day after SC ruling

Trump raises global tariff from 10% to 15% day after SC ruling

Rediff.com5 days ago

Following a Supreme Court setback, Donald Trump has announced an increase in global tariffs from 10% to 15%, impacting international trade relations and raising concerns about economic repercussions.

TV volume row turns deadly, Andhra woman stabs husband to death

TV volume row turns deadly, Andhra woman stabs husband to death

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 27-year-old man died after his wife allegedly stabbed him following a dispute over the volume of the television in their home in Andhra Pradesh.

Short-term debt flows shifting from CPs to CDs

Short-term debt flows shifting from CPs to CDs

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Investors are moving away from the commercial paper (CP) market towards certificates of deposit (CDs), as primary CD issuances and rates on these short-term instruments rise.

Confirmed! Dhoni To Play For Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026

Confirmed! Dhoni To Play For Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who will turn 45 later this year, will be available for CSK for IPL 2026 starting next month, a top franchise source confirmed.

Trump honours girl injured in crash by illegal Indian truck driver

Trump honours girl injured in crash by illegal Indian truck driver

Rediff.com2 days ago

During his State of the Union address, President Trump honored Dalilah Coleman, a young crash victim, and urged Congress to pass 'Dalilah Law' to prevent undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver's licenses, sparking debate on immigration and road safety.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns about the progress of investigations and victim support.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns over investigation progress and victim support.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

Buying Online May Soon Be As Simple As Looking At Your Phone

Buying Online May Soon Be As Simple As Looking At Your Phone

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mastercard and Visa are introducing passkeys that will allow users to authenticate card payments with face scans or fingerprints, eliminating the need for one-time passwords (OTPs).

Boys never...: Swami Avimukteshwaranand on POCSO charges

Boys never...: Swami Avimukteshwaranand on POCSO charges

Rediff.com3 days ago

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati addresses sexual abuse allegations, asserting his innocence and claiming the charges are fabricated. An FIR was lodged against him and his disciple following a court order.

'Distasteful': Actor Trisha slams TN BJP chief's Vijay remark

'Distasteful': Actor Trisha slams TN BJP chief's Vijay remark

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Tamil actress Trisha Krishnan issues a strong response to 'inappropriate' comments made by a BJP leader, asserting her neutral political stance amidst controversy linking her to actor Vijay.

'Distasteful': Actor Trisha slams TN BJP chief's Vijay remark

'Distasteful': Actor Trisha slams TN BJP chief's Vijay remark

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Tamil actress Trisha Krishnan issues a strong response to 'inappropriate' comments made by a BJP leader, asserting her neutral political stance amidst controversy linking her to actor Vijay.

Mumbai mayor vows action against illegal Bangladeshis; Uddhav Sena says...

Mumbai mayor vows action against illegal Bangladeshis; Uddhav Sena says...

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has vowed to take strict action against illegal immigrants who have obtained fake birth certificates, as well as the agents and officials who assisted them. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has already cancelled 237 fake birth certificates and is working to recover the original documents.

Tata Sons Delays Decision on Chandrasekaran's Third Term

Tata Sons Delays Decision on Chandrasekaran's Third Term

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Tata Sons board has deferred a decision on the re-appointment of Natarajan Chandrasekaran as Chairman, signaling potential differences within the group. Concerns were raised about losses in certain group companies and the listing of Tata Sons.