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Zoho pauses pay hikes, trims marketing spend due to soaring AI infrastructure costs

Zoho pauses pay hikes, trims marketing spend due to soaring AI infrastructure costs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Zoho Corporation has paused annual pay hikes and reduced marketing expenditure, citing a four-fold increase in server prices for AI infrastructure and an uncertain software sector outlook, according to founder Sridhar Vembu.

Darren Sammy outlines West Indies' strategy to conquer India in T20I series

Darren Sammy outlines West Indies' strategy to conquer India in T20I series

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

West Indies head coach Darren Sammy emphasised the critical importance of winning both powerplays (batting and bowling) to defeat India in the ongoing T20I series. He highlighted the team's struggle to contain India in the initial overs while bowling and stressed the need for improvement. Sammy also defended all-rounder Roston Chase, praising his discipline and tactical understanding amidst criticism of his selection.

Shafali Verma outlines fearless approach for India women ahead of Champions Trophy

Shafali Verma outlines fearless approach for India women ahead of Champions Trophy

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Shafali Verma stated the team's goal to play fearless and smart cricket in preparation for the Women's Champions Trophy early next year. The team will face Zimbabwe in a T20 series, part of their preparations, followed by ODIs.

8 Capsicum Recipes To Spice Up Your Life

8 Capsicum Recipes To Spice Up Your Life

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

From stuffed capsicums and comforting soups to salads, pasta and curries, here are some delicious ways to give this vegetable a starring role.

Atanu Das, Fullerton shine as Chero Archers rout Knights

Atanu Das, Fullerton shine as Chero Archers rout Knights

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Chero Archers, led by veteran Atanu Das and featuring world No. 1 Mathias Fullerton, secured a dominant 6-0 victory over Kakatiya Knights in the Archery Premier League on Sunday. This win marks their third in four matches, showcasing their strong performance in the second season of the league.

IMF projects India's growth at 7% by FY27, citing strong domestic demand

IMF projects India's growth at 7% by FY27, citing strong domestic demand

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has increased India's growth forecast to 7 per cent for 2026-27, up from 6.4 per cent, attributing this robust outlook to resilient domestic demand and strong services activity, positioning India as one of the fastest-growing major economies.

Jadeja's Place In Danger? India Eye Improved Bowling In 3rd ODI Vs West Indies

Jadeja's Place In Danger? India Eye Improved Bowling In 3rd ODI Vs West Indies

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India's bowling attack, particularly veteran Ravindra Jadeja, is under immense pressure to deliver an improved performance in the third and final ODI against the West Indies in Mullanpur. With the series already secured, the focus shifts to addressing the team's struggles in picking up early wickets and containing runs, especially in the powerplay and middle overs.

Neuroticism Linked To Higher Mental Distress During Crises

Neuroticism Linked To Higher Mental Distress During Crises

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

A new US study reveals that individuals with high neuroticism are more susceptible to prolonged mental distress during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. The research, based on over 100,000 survey responses, found that neuroticism significantly increased anxiety and depression symptoms, persisting even into the post-pandemic period. The findings suggest personality traits can help identify vulnerable groups for targeted mental health support.

Pakistan batter breaks Abhishek's T20I series record

Pakistan batter breaks Abhishek's T20I series record

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Pakistan captain Sahibzada Farhan set a new record for the most runs in a bilateral three-match men's T20I series with 238 runs, despite his side suffering an eight-wicket defeat against Sri Lanka in the final match in Rawalpindi. Farhan scored his third consecutive half-century, surpassing India's Abhishek Sharma's previous record.

India shifts Ukraine strategy, engages with Kyiv, Moscow

India shifts Ukraine strategy, engages with Kyiv, Moscow

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has publicly acknowledged India's intensified diplomatic efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict, engaging directly with both Kyiv and Moscow. India is focusing on critical issues like Black Sea shipping safety, grain exports, and energy supplies, moving beyond its previous advocacy role. Jaishankar also highlighted India's historical ties with Russia and discussed the evolving global geopolitical landscape, including the repositioning of the US and the rise of China.

Nishad, Rinku, Soumya Clinch Gold For India At Asian Para Games

Nishad, Rinku, Soumya Clinch Gold For India At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's para track and field athletes delivered a stellar performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games, securing six medals, including three gold, on the opening day of athletics competitions. Long jumper Nishad Kumar, javelin thrower Rinku Hooda, and visually impaired middle-distance runner Soumya each won gold in their respective events, contributing to India's strong start.

Akash Ambani seeks to recreate Dhirubhai's legacy with India's biggest IPO as Jio goes public

Akash Ambani seeks to recreate Dhirubhai's legacy with India's biggest IPO as Jio goes public

Rediff.com4 days ago

Akash Ambani is leading Jio Platforms' initial public offering (IPO), set to be India's largest, with a strategy that includes appealing to regional investors and drawing parallels to his grandfather Dhirubhai Ambani's historic public listing of Reliance Industries.

Suryansh Shedge shines as India A down Australia A in third one-dayer

Suryansh Shedge shines as India A down Australia A in third one-dayer

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Suryansh Shedge's quickfire 66 and Gurjapneet Singh's three wickets led India A to a 49-run victory over Australia A in the third and final one-day match in Puducherry, though Australia A clinched the series 2-1.

HDFC Bank Q2 net profit up 6%; incoming MD Bagchi hints at balance sheet focus

HDFC Bank Q2 net profit up 6%; incoming MD Bagchi hints at balance sheet focus

Rediff.com7 days ago

HDFC Bank reported a 5.55 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 20,700 crore for the September quarter, with incoming MD and CEO Anup Bagchi indicating a focus on strengthening the balance sheet and addressing retail vertical concerns post-merger.

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Joe Root's patient, unbeaten 99 anchored England's chase of 234 against India, securing a four-wicket victory and levelling the three-match ODI series 1-1. India captain Shubman Gill attributed his side's defeat to a middle-order collapse, which saw them slump from 178 for 3 to 193 for 7.

Captain Cummins applauds Australia's ruthlessness after dominant South Africa win

Captain Cummins applauds Australia's ruthlessness after dominant South Africa win

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Pat Cummins hailed Australia's grit and ruthlessness in their 214-run win over South Africa, praising Matt Renshaw's rescue act, Josh Hazlewood's six-wicket haul and the selectors' decisions.

Jio Platforms flags satcom as potential disruptor, but doubts its scale in India

Jio Platforms flags satcom as potential disruptor, but doubts its scale in India

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Jio Platforms Limited (JPL) believes satellite broadband services are unlikely to achieve significant scale or compete effectively on price in India's highly connected and affordable market, despite developing its own satellite constellation solutions and flagging it as a potential disruptor.

How India held nerve to beat Windies in Indore thriller

How India held nerve to beat Windies in Indore thriller

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

India defeated West Indies by 14 runs in Indore to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match Twenty20 International series. Chasing 224, West Indies fell short despite efforts from Shimron Hetmyer, with Arshdeep Singh being India's top bowler. India's innings was powered by Abhishek Sharma's explosive 69.

Yogi renames Atiq Ahmed's former stronghold, plans 1,200 homes for poor

Yogi renames Atiq Ahmed's former stronghold, plans 1,200 homes for poor

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the renaming of Kasari-Masari, a former stronghold of gangster Atiq Ahmed, to Shrikrishnapuri. The area in Prayagraj will see the construction of 1,200 homes for poor families on land reclaimed from the mafia leader. Adityanath reiterated his government's "zero-tolerance" policy against criminals and highlighted development initiatives.

India A hit back as Shedge, Gurjapneet sink Australia

India A hit back as Shedge, Gurjapneet sink Australia

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

India A defeated Australia A by 49 runs in the third and final one-day match in Puducherry on Sunday, though Australia A secured the series 2-1. Suryansh Shedge's quick 66 and Vipraj Nigam's 40 helped India A post 275, while Gurjapneet Singh's three wickets ensured Australia A were bowled out for 226.

Indore's batting paradise set for another India-West Indies T20I run-fest

Indore's batting paradise set for another India-West Indies T20I run-fest

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

The third T20 International between India and West Indies in Indore is anticipated to be another high-scoring affair, with the Holkar Stadium's flat pitch and short boundaries favouring batters, putting immense pressure on bowlers after a 501-run fest in the previous match.

'Everyone Used To Call Me Mamata Banerjee!'

'Everyone Used To Call Me Mamata Banerjee!'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Questions give you courage, and they also give you answers. Sometimes those answers are uncomfortable, and sometimes they are comfortable.' 'You must be able to accept both in the same stride.'

2nd Test, SA vs Aus: Gibbs Urges Proteas to Drop Verreynne, Bring in Ackerman

2nd Test, SA vs Aus: Gibbs Urges Proteas to Drop Verreynne, Bring in Ackerman

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Following South Africa's defeat in the 1st Test in Durban on Tuesday, October 13, Herschelle Gibbs wants Kagiso Rabada back, Marques Ackerman included and Ryan Rickelton moved down the order to keep wickets in the 2nd Test.

Too Many Trophies! Shai Hope Faces Luggage Woes

Too Many Trophies! Shai Hope Faces Luggage Woes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

West Indies captain Shai Hope has continued his exceptional form against India, scoring his fourth century and fifth fifty-plus score in seven innings during the ongoing tour. His consistent 'Player of the Match' performances have been crucial, with the series now level at 2-2 heading into the decider on October 17 in Bengaluru. Hope also reflected on the challenging pitch conditions during their recent win.

Gill, Iyer And The Art Of Fluent Captaincy

Gill, Iyer And The Art Of Fluent Captaincy

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A vital aspect of captaincy is not the title, but the confidence that a captain plant in the hearts of their teammates. And both, Gill and Iyer, do this very well, points out K R Nayar.

Mahesh Bhatt: 'Smita Patil Helped Make Me'

Mahesh Bhatt: 'Smita Patil Helped Make Me'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'The last time I saw Smita, she had become a mother. The door opened. I walked in. I saw her.' 'I said, "Smita, the most creative role of your life begins now. As a mother." She laughed.' 'I spoke as if we had years. Years to meet again. Years to work again. Years to watch her child grow.'

Captain Smriti Mandhana Outlines Ambitious Goals For Indian Women's Team

Captain Smriti Mandhana Outlines Ambitious Goals For Indian Women's Team

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's new captain Smriti Mandhana is set to lead the women's team in a T20I series against Zimbabwe, marking a new era. She aims to elevate the team's professionalism, power-hitting, and fielding, while fostering a strong team culture. Mandhana also highlighted the importance of Harmanpreet Kaur's experience and praised deputy Shafali Verma's growth, as the team prepares for the ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027.

Ranji Trophy: Gill's return for Punjab, Mumbai without Jaiswal, Mhatre

Ranji Trophy: Gill's return for Punjab, Mumbai without Jaiswal, Mhatre

Rediff.com7 days ago

The second round of the Ranji Trophy will see India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill return to action for Punjab, while Mumbai will be without key players Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ayush Mhatre due to India A duties and injury, respectively, setting the stage for crucial encounters across the country.

Miller, Bavuma tons as South Africa whip Australia to seal ODI series

Miller, Bavuma tons as South Africa whip Australia to seal ODI series

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

Australia's middle-order batting struggles, particularly against spin, led to their ODI series defeat against South Africa. Despite strong starts from openers, the team consistently faltered in the middle overs, a concern acknowledged by captain Mitch Marsh as a crucial learning experience ahead of the 2027 Cricket World Cup.

Prominent Athletics Coach Mohammad Yunus Khan Provisionally Suspended By NADA

Prominent Athletics Coach Mohammad Yunus Khan Provisionally Suspended By NADA

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Mohammad Yunus Khan, a renowned athletics coach who mentored star long-distance runners like Gulveer Singh and Kartik Kumar, has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for alleged 'complicity' in an anti-doping rule violation. Khan, a coach at the Army Sports Institute, faces charges under Article 2.9 of NADA rules, though the exact nature of his offence remains undisclosed. The suspension highlights ongoing efforts against doping in Indian sports, with several other athletes also recently provisionally suspended.

Lad leads Mumbai's Ranji fight as Jaiswal falls for a duck

Lad leads Mumbai's Ranji fight as Jaiswal falls for a duck

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Skipper Siddhesh Lad's unbeaten 80 and Musheer Khan's 65 guided Mumbai to 249 for five against Chandigarh. Karan Lamba's unbeaten 103 and Rohan Rajbar's 95 propelled Rajasthan to 286 for 4 against Tamil Nadu. Elsewhere, Anshul Kamboj took four wickets for Haryana, and Devendra Singh Bora claimed five wickets for Uttarakhand.

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Rediff.com7 days ago

'India is a large source of Spotify's future audience growth because it is the largest market in the world.'

Ranji Trophy: Mohammed Shami scalps four as Bengal dominate Delhi on Day 1

Ranji Trophy: Mohammed Shami scalps four as Bengal dominate Delhi on Day 1

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Mohammed Shami's impressive 4/30 led Bengal's strong start against Delhi in the Ranji Trophy. Other matches saw centuries from Shikhar Mohan (Jharkhand), Ankit Bawne (Maharashtra), and Gaurav Choudhary (Odisha) on the opening day of Group C fixtures.

India's Russian Crude Imports Dip to 5-Month Low Amid Diversification

India's Russian Crude Imports Dip to 5-Month Low Amid Diversification

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

India's Russian crude oil imports reached a five-month low in September, dropping to 1.75 million barrels per day, as Indian refiners strategically diversify their energy supplies amidst evolving geopolitical landscapes and robust domestic demand, according to ship tracking data.

Frozen Shoulder? Try These Yoga Poses

Frozen Shoulder? Try These Yoga Poses

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Yoga expert Pushpa R recommends these three yoga poses that will help you relax and ease the discomfort of frozen shoulder.

Punjab observes state-wide bandh over anti-drug activist's murder

Punjab observes state-wide bandh over anti-drug activist's murder

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A state-wide bandh was observed across Punjab on Thursday following the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa. Markets and educational institutions remained shut, and roads were blocked by protesters, disrupting traffic. Jhota was shot on Tuesday for questioning the illegal sale of addictive drugs. His family, supported by various political parties and farmer unions, has refused to perform his last rites until justice is delivered, demanding resignations of top officials and a CBI probe. The incident has intensified the political debate on drug menace and law and order in Punjab.

'Indian Women's Football Team Showed Character': Coach Crispin Chettri Hails Team Despite Defeat

'Indian Women's Football Team Showed Character': Coach Crispin Chettri Hails Team Despite Defeat

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Indian women's football team head coach Crispin Chettri expressed satisfaction with his young side's character despite a 0-4 loss to Russia in an international friendly.

Wipro reports marginal profit dip in Q2, revenue up 9%

Wipro reports marginal profit dip in Q2, revenue up 9%

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Wipro reported a marginal 1.40 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,200.6 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, despite a 9.1 per cent increase in revenue from operations to Rs 24,752.7 crore.

Chandrasekaran: Energy Security, Advanced Manufacturing Jobs 'Critical' for India's Long-Term Growth

Chandrasekaran: Energy Security, Advanced Manufacturing Jobs 'Critical' for India's Long-Term Growth

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran affirmed India's robust economic position amidst global uncertainty, emphasising that energy security, advanced manufacturing jobs, and investment in human capital are 'critical' for sustaining the nation's long-term growth.

How India Can Counter Trump's Tariff Threat

How India Can Counter Trump's Tariff Threat

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Navigating this geopolitical minefield requires a cold-blooded blend of immediate tactical pleading, structural domestic diversification, and aggressive collective resistance, suggests Ambassador Rajasekhar.