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India joins US-led strategic alliance Pax Silica

India joins US-led strategic alliance Pax Silica

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has joined the US-led 'Pax Silica' alliance, aimed at building a resilient supply chain for critical minerals and artificial intelligence, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and fostering economic security.

The Gulf Dream That Led To A Palace

The Gulf Dream That Led To A Palace

Rediff.com1 days ago

After spending 43 years working inside Dubai's royal palace, a man from Kottakkal returned home with nothing but gratitude for the life he lived in extraordinary circumstances.

BJP-led Mahayuti clinches 25 of 29 Maha civic bodies

BJP-led Mahayuti clinches 25 of 29 Maha civic bodies

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Breaking the nearly three-decade-old dominance of the undivided Shiv Sena, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday emerged victorious in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, and also vanquished the alliance of Nationalist Congress Party factions led by Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar in the Pune civic body.

Sunil Chhetri-led Bengaluru FC players agree to pay cuts for ISL

Sunil Chhetri-led Bengaluru FC players agree to pay cuts for ISL

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Bengaluru FC players, including India legend Sunil Chhetri, have accepted pay cut for the truncated Indian Super League season, starting on February 14.

Hadi killed in political plot led by Awami League: Bangladesh police

Hadi killed in political plot led by Awami League: Bangladesh police

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Bangladesh police have formally charged 17 people in connection with the murder of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi, alleging it was an act of political vengeance orchestrated by the Awami League.

Vijayakanth's party joins DMK alliance for Tamil Nadu polls

Vijayakanth's party joins DMK alliance for Tamil Nadu polls

Rediff.com2 days ago

The DMDK officially joined the DMK-led alliance ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections, marking a significant political development in the state.

AI scare triggers worst FPI fortnightly exit from IT stocks since July 2025

AI scare triggers worst FPI fortnightly exit from IT stocks since July 2025

Rediff.com1 days ago

Fears around artificial intelligence (AI) sparked a global selloff in information technology (IT) stocks, dragging down domestic software shares and prompting the heaviest foreign portfolio investor (FPI) outflows since the second half of July 2025.

Modi invites Bangladesh's new PM Tarique Rahman to visit India

Modi invites Bangladesh's new PM Tarique Rahman to visit India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit India, conveying his best wishes to the newly sworn-in leader.

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rediff.com1 days ago

Radha Yadav's all-round performance propelled India A Women to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka A in the Women's Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup semifinal, securing their place in the final.

Congress led propaganda spend, BJP led results in Delhi polls: ADR

Congress led propaganda spend, BJP led results in Delhi polls: ADR

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Analysis of election expenditure reports reveals Congress spent more on propaganda and social media, while BJP's overall expenses were higher in the Delhi assembly elections.

Passenger vehicle dispatches in fast lane in Jan as demand remains robust: SIAM

Passenger vehicle dispatches in fast lane in Jan as demand remains robust: SIAM

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches from companies to dealers rose 13 per cent year-on-year to 449,616 units in January with demand remaining robust owing to GST rate rationalisation and subsequent dip in prices, industry body SIAM said on Friday.

'Mamata, Stalin or...': Sena-UBT on INDIA bloc leadership issue

'Mamata, Stalin or...': Sena-UBT on INDIA bloc leadership issue

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Shiv Sena-UBT is openly questioning the Congress party's leadership within the INDIA bloc.

India ready to back new BNP govt: Om Birla in Dhaka

India ready to back new BNP govt: Om Birla in Dhaka

Rediff.com4 days ago

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla attended the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Dhaka, conveying India's support for Bangladesh's democratic and progressive development and extending an invitation from PM Modi to visit India.

Shubman Gill Meets Sundar Pichai During Google India Visit

Shubman Gill Meets Sundar Pichai During Google India Visit

Rediff.com1 days ago

Google CEO Sundar Pichai shares selfie with Shubman Gill during India visit, attends AI Summit as Gujarat Titans begin IPL 2026 preparations.

FIH Pro League: New skipper, new start: India eye comeback

FIH Pro League: New skipper, new start: India eye comeback

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian men's hockey team, led by new captain Hardik Singh, is looking to rebound from recent losses as they begin the FIH Pro League's overseas leg against Spain in Hobart. The team aims to use these matches to refine their strategy and build momentum for upcoming major tournaments.

12 Pioneering Ladies Who Led The Way

12 Pioneering Ladies Who Led The Way

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Remembering the women of India who broke the glass ceiling...

ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge Punjab; East Bengal crush SC Delhi

ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge Punjab; East Bengal crush SC Delhi

Rediff.com16 minutes ago

Jamshedpur FC and East Bengal secured victories in their respective Indian Super League matches, with Jamshedpur edging past Punjab FC and East Bengal defeating Sporting Club Delhi.

Govt has infused over Rs 3,100 cr in women-led startups in 6 years

Govt has infused over Rs 3,100 cr in women-led startups in 6 years

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The government has infused over Rs 3,100 crore into women-led startups over the past six years, through its three schemes including the Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS), Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS), and Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS) to boost female entrepreneurship across the country, according to an update shared by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

T20 World Cup: Australia crush Oman by 9 wickets, sign off in style

T20 World Cup: Australia crush Oman by 9 wickets, sign off in style

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Already out of Super Eights contention, Australia beat Oman by nine wickets in their inconsequential final group clash of the T20 World Cup, in Kandy, on Friday.

LS Speaker Om Birla to represent India at Tarique's swearing-in

LS Speaker Om Birla to represent India at Tarique's swearing-in

Rediff.com6 days ago

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's next prime minister, Tarique Rahman. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Secretary-General of Lok Sabha Utpal Kumar Singh are also likely to accompany Birla.

BJP applying pressure but no alliance with them, says TVK

BJP applying pressure but no alliance with them, says TVK

Rediff.com1 days ago

Actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has firmly stated that it will not form an alliance with the BJP, despite what it describes as increasing pressure from the saffron party.

Sensex tumbles 558 points on sell-off in IT shares

Sensex tumbles 558 points on sell-off in IT shares

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Benchmark BSE Sensex fell 558 points on Thursday amid heavy selling in IT shares, as concerns over AI-led disruptions and waning hopes of a Fed rate cut after firm US economic data weighed on investor sentiment.

Tata Group, TCS Join Forces with OpenAI to Develop AI Infrastructure in India

Tata Group, TCS Join Forces with OpenAI to Develop AI Infrastructure in India

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Tata Group and TCS have announced a multi-dimensional partnership with OpenAI to build AI infrastructure, offer joint solutions, and train Indian youth, aiming to position India as a global AI hub.

HUL tops sustainability rankings as India Inc deepens ESG focus

HUL tops sustainability rankings as India Inc deepens ESG focus

Rediff.com2 days ago

Hindustan Unilever (HUL) has topped the Perpetual Capital Hurun India Impact 50 - 2026 list with 53.9 points (on the scale of 0-100), reflecting a strong performance across key sustainable development goals (SDGs), including climate, water, circularity, gender and biodiversity.

Nykaa's revival rests on more than just growth

Nykaa's revival rests on more than just growth

Rediff.com4 days ago

Strong performance in the beauty and personal care (BPC) segment, margin gains, and expectations of a breakeven in the fashion business lifted sentiment for FSN E-Commerce Ventures (Nykaa). The consumer technology platform's stock rose 7.5 per cent on Friday, extending gains over the past week to more than 17 per cent. Most brokerages have upgraded the stock following its third-quarter (October-December/Q3) performance and higher profit expectations ahead.

Vivo V70: Snapdragon Power, Zeiss Cameras

Vivo V70: Snapdragon Power, Zeiss Cameras

Rediff.com5 days ago

Vivo has begun putting out teasers of its upcoming V70 line on the brand's India web site, hinting at a fresh entrant that could shake up the upper mid-range and flagship smartphone category.

Tarique Rahman Sworn In As Bangladesh PM

Tarique Rahman Sworn In As Bangladesh PM

Rediff.com3 days ago

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri attended the swearing-in ceremony.

Meet 4 minority candidates who won Bangladesh election

Meet 4 minority candidates who won Bangladesh election

Rediff.com5 days ago

In the recent Bangladesh elections, four minority candidates, including two Hindus, secured parliamentary seats, highlighting the evolving political landscape and representation of minority communities within the BNP's victory.

Pakistan Super League at the centre of bitter row over franchise ownership

Pakistan Super League at the centre of bitter row over franchise ownership

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is dealing with ownership disputes in multiple Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises, including Sialkot and Lahore Qalandars, raising concerns about the league's stability.

T20 World Cup: 'India will have an upper hand over Pakistan'

T20 World Cup: 'India will have an upper hand over Pakistan'

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former India cricketer Kiran More tips India to beat Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 in Colombo and hopes Hardik Pandya delivers in the high-pressure encounter.

PM-led panel to pick information commissioners tomorrow

PM-led panel to pick information commissioners tomorrow

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

A panel headed by PM Modi and including Rahul Gandhi will meet to decide on the next Chief Information Commissioner and information commissioners for vacant positions at the Central Information Commission (CIC).

Will Cheaper European Cars Hurt Indian Automakers?

Will Cheaper European Cars Hurt Indian Automakers?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Speculation about rising competition from global majors has led to shares of major Indian automobile manufacturers such as Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), Maruti Suzuki India, and Tata Motors taking a hit on the BSE.

End Of Bangladesh's Two Women Political Era

End Of Bangladesh's Two Women Political Era

Rediff.com2 days ago

Tarique Rahman is Bangladesh's first male prime minister in more than three decades, ending an era of female leadership that began in 1991.

73% employers plan to hire freshers in H1 2026

73% employers plan to hire freshers in H1 2026

Rediff.com3 days ago

Around 73 per cent of employers interviewed intend to hire freshers during January-June 2026, with recruitment decisions mainly driven by internships and real-world project experience rather than academic credentials alone, a report said on Wednesday. Nearly 3 in 4 employers (73 per cent) intend to hire freshers during January-June this year, marking a 3 per cent increase over the previous half-year, according to TeamLease EdTech Career Outlook Report HY1 2026.

Urban India likely to account for 70% of GDP in FY26

Urban India likely to account for 70% of GDP in FY26

Rediff.com3 hours ago

India's urban areas are projected to contribute 70 per cent of gross domestic product in 2025-26, up from 45 per cent in the 1990s, according to a report by Dun & Bradstreet.

T20 World Cup: England next? Trott breaks silence on future

T20 World Cup: England next? Trott breaks silence on future

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jonathan Trott, after concluding his tenure as Afghanistan coach, expresses his desire to coach the England cricket team, a role he would cherish.

Tarique Rahman's remarkable turnaround from 17-year self-exile

Tarique Rahman's remarkable turnaround from 17-year self-exile

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tarique Rahman, after 17 years in self-exile, has led the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) to a significant victory, becoming the country's Prime Minister. This marks a major turnaround for the BNP after years of being targeted by the Awami League government.

Zimbabwe eye Ireland scalp with maiden Super 8 berth in sight

Zimbabwe eye Ireland scalp with maiden Super 8 berth in sight

Rediff.com5 days ago

Zimbabwe aims to secure a Super Eight berth in the T20 World Cup with a win against Ireland, following their victory over Australia. Ireland, after a win against Oman, seeks to end the tournament on a high note despite the absence of their captain.

T20 World Cup: Farhan's ton powers Pakistan into Super 8s

T20 World Cup: Farhan's ton powers Pakistan into Super 8s

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan defeated Namibia by 102 runs to qualify for the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup, with Sahibzada Farhan scoring a century and the spinners delivering an excellent performance.

Historic! Harmanpreet Kaur Is Most Capped Player in Women's International Cricket

Historic! Harmanpreet Kaur Is Most Capped Player in Women's International Cricket

Rediff.com2 days ago

Harmanpreet Kaur has become the most capped international player in women's cricket history, surpassing Suzie Bates during the second T20I against Australia in Canberra.