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Incoming Air India CEO outlines priorities: Safety, reliability, profitability

Incoming Air India CEO outlines priorities: Safety, reliability, profitability

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Tewolde Gebremariam, Air India's CEO and MD-designate, has outlined passenger safety, operational reliability, and sustainable profitability as the airline's foremost priorities, emphasising a stronger safety-reporting culture and improved disruption recovery.

Sharma Aims For Comeback At Iconic Delhi Golf Club

Sharma Aims For Comeback At Iconic Delhi Golf Club

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma is looking to regain his form at the upcoming DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club. The 30-year-old, who has faced a challenging season, is optimistic about his game trending upwards. The prestigious USD 4 million event will feature several top international players, including reigning Major champions, making it a blockbuster tournament.

The Nana Patekar You Didn't Know

The Nana Patekar You Didn't Know

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

'I had narrated a script to Nana Patekar, and four days before the end, he told me that once he returned from Goa, he would take the project forward. I still can't believe he is never coming back. He was always so fit, proudly flexing his muscles and urging me to work out.'

What We Love About Pout Queen Kareena Kapoor

What We Love About Pout Queen Kareena Kapoor

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Celebrate the enduring charisma of Kareena Kapoor Khan, Bollywood's undisputed 'Pout Queen'.

States' Capital Expenditure Utilisation Falls Below Last Year's Level in Apr-Aug FY27

States' Capital Expenditure Utilisation Falls Below Last Year's Level in Apr-Aug FY27

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Indian states' capital expenditure (capex) utilisation for April-August FY27 fell to 21.21 per cent, slightly below the 21.73 per cent recorded in the same period of FY26, according to a CAG analysis. Despite the dip, this figure remains the third highest in the past six years, with significant variations observed across states.

Rohit's One Word For Mumbai Amid IPL Chatter

Rohit's One Word For Mumbai Amid IPL Chatter

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Rohit Sharma declares his 'forever' loyalty to Mumbai Indians on his Sony show

Who Is Tanya Mishra, The 'New National Crush'?

Who Is Tanya Mishra, The 'New National Crush'?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The internet has found its latest crush, and Tanya Mishra is clearly enjoying the attention. The model-turned-actor has been flooding social media with glamorous photoshoots, fashion moments and viral videos, with her Instagram following now crossing 1.2 million.

Bain Report: AI Market Must Hit $6 Trillion Annually By 2031 To Justify Investment

Bain Report: AI Market Must Hit $6 Trillion Annually By 2031 To Justify Investment

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

A Bain & Company report projects the global AI market must reach nearly USD 6 trillion annually by 2031 to sustain massive infrastructure investments. This growth will largely depend on new innovations beyond productivity gains, with a significant gap needing to be filled by emerging revenue streams like autonomous vehicles, physical AI, and new AI-driven products. The report also highlights the surge in hardware and semiconductor industries due to AI compute demand and the importance of AI absorption for Indian companies.

Hamilton's 'Mixed Emotions' After Bahrain GP Tyre Gamble Pays Off

Hamilton's 'Mixed Emotions' After Bahrain GP Tyre Gamble Pays Off

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Lewis Hamilton expressed 'mixed emotions' after a risky tyre strategy at the Bahrain Grand Prix saw him drop to 18th before an incredible comeback secured a third-place podium finish in a chaotic, rain-affected race.

1st T20I: Shreyas Iyer beats jetlag to script dream hundred in Lucknow

1st T20I: Shreyas Iyer beats jetlag to script dream hundred in Lucknow

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Shreyas Iyer scored his maiden T20I hundred, leading India to a dominant eight-wicket victory over West Indies in the opening match of the five-match series. Despite recent travel and jet lag, Iyer's unbeaten 102, alongside a strong bowling performance including Naman Dhir's three wickets, ensured India chased down West Indies' total of 171 with ease. West Indies captain Shai Hope lamented his team's chaotic batting and lack of runs.

Meesho's unique value-commerce model faces stiff competition, premium valuations

Meesho's unique value-commerce model faces stiff competition, premium valuations

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Meesho, a value-commerce platform targeting middle- and lower-income geographies, is poised for significant growth driven by its asset-light model and low fulfilment costs, but faces intense competition from e-commerce giants and high valuations.

'Super Emergency': Delhi on edge as 7,000 protesters detained

'Super Emergency': Delhi on edge as 7,000 protesters detained

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Delhi Police launched a massive crackdown, detaining Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leader Abhijeet Dipke, YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, and nearly 500 protesters who attempted to reach Jantar Mantar for a demonstration against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The Opposition, including AAP and Congress, denounced the situation as 'worse than the Emergency'.

Asian Games: Sujeet storms into wrestling semis as 3 Indians crash out

Asian Games: Sujeet storms into wrestling semis as 3 Indians crash out

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal has advanced to the men's 65kg semifinals at the Asian Games after securing two dominant victories, including a technical superiority win against Iran's Abbas Ebrahimzadehsavadkouhi. Meanwhile, three other Indian wrestlers faced early exits from the competition.

Tata Aeris ICNG: Premium Features Meet Practicality And Innovation

Tata Aeris ICNG: Premium Features Meet Practicality And Innovation

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

The Tata Aeris iCNG, evolving from the Tigor, offers a modernized exterior and a feature-rich interior. It boasts innovative twin-cylinder CNG technology for maximum boot space, premium comfort features like ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera, and a smooth driving performance. Priced competitively, it aims to challenge rivals in the segment while offering enhanced practicality.

Do De-Tanning Soaps And Scrubs Work?

Do De-Tanning Soaps And Scrubs Work?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Dr Smriti Nathani explains whether de-tanning soaps and scrubs work, which ingredients may help pigmentation, and why over-exfoliation can worsen skin darkening.

NBA: Why LeBron James Took A Massive Pay Cut To Join Philadelphia 76ers

NBA: Why LeBron James Took A Massive Pay Cut To Join Philadelphia 76ers

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

NBA superstar LeBron James has officially joined the Philadelphia 76ers, taking a significant pay cut to pursue another NBA championship. He expressed excitement about the team's talent, including Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, and Joel Embiid, and his decision was influenced by his close friendship with Maxey. James' arrival has generated immense buzz in Philadelphia, with fans hoping he can bring the franchise its first title since 1983.

How Abhishek Nayar helped Shreyas Iyer end his T20I century drought

How Abhishek Nayar helped Shreyas Iyer end his T20I century drought

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Shreyas Iyer scored his maiden T20 International hundred after a crucial two-hour troubleshooting session with former India batting coach Abhishek Nayar. Nayar revealed they worked on Iyer's grip, initial movements, and tactical nuances to help him generate more force and clear boundaries, addressing issues Iyer felt during the Asian Games. Iyer's 43-ball 102 not out led India to an eight-wicket win against West Indies on Tuesday.

Ankush ends 8-year wait for India's men's boxing gold

Ankush ends 8-year wait for India's men's boxing gold

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Ankush Panghal secured a gold medal in boxing at the Asian Games, contributing to India's best-ever gold medal performance in boxing at the event, alongside Lovlina Borgohain and Parveen Hooda. This achievement follows a strong showing at the recent Commonwealth Games.

World's Largest Beer Festival Kicks Off

World's Largest Beer Festival Kicks Off

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Munich's Oktoberfest has opened its 191st edition, drawing millions for 16 days of beer, food, music and Bavarian celebrations.

Suzuki To Halve Vehicle Development Time By 2030, Boost India Capacity

Suzuki To Halve Vehicle Development Time By 2030, Boost India Capacity

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Suzuki Motor Corporation is set to revolutionise its operations by halving vehicle development times and significantly boosting efficiency by 2030, while committing to a diverse multi-powertrain strategy that includes BEVs, hybrids, and carbon-neutral fuels.

Punjab FC's IFA Shield run ends in penalty shootout

Punjab FC's IFA Shield run ends in penalty shootout

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Punjab FC's IFA Shield campaign concluded after a narrow 3-4 defeat on penalties to defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the semi-final. The match remained goalless after 120 minutes of competitive play, with both teams creating chances before the shootout decided the winner.

Gujarat to honour flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar for heroic act

Gujarat to honour flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar for heroic act

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

The Gujarat government announced that Indian pilot Smit Machchhar will be awarded the 'Visisht Gujarat Garima Award' for his extraordinary bravery. Machchhar thwarted his co-pilot's alleged attempt to crash a Flydubai flight, saving 174 lives despite being stabbed. He is currently receiving treatment in Saudi Arabia, and special prayers for his recovery have been organised at the Somnath temple.

5 arrested near UK base hosting US Air Force over terror charges

5 arrested near UK base hosting US Air Force over terror charges

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

UK counter-terror police are leading an investigation after five men were arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of terror offences and under the Explosives Act, following a call about three suspicious vehicles. The incident prompted a major response, including the Army's Explosive Ordinance Disposal unit and the evacuation of 85 households.

Capt Machchhar stable, getting treatment at Saudi hospital

Capt Machchhar stable, getting treatment at Saudi hospital

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar is in stable condition in Saudi Arabia after being seriously injured while preventing his co-pilot from crashing a Flydubai flight. He was stabbed during the incident, but managed to alert others, leading to the co-pilot's incapacitation and a safe landing. Both Indian and Israeli leaders have praised his heroic actions.

Amazon Now hits $1 billion annualised gross sales in India, eyes 100 cities by Diwali

Amazon Now hits $1 billion annualised gross sales in India, eyes 100 cities by Diwali

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Amazon's ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, has achieved $1 billion in annualised gross sales in India over the last three months, marking it as the fastest-growing e-commerce business in Amazon India's history, with orders doubling every quarter.

Football Friendly: Thapa Scores But India Suffer Heavy Defeat Against Uruguay

Football Friendly: Thapa Scores But India Suffer Heavy Defeat Against Uruguay

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

India's national football team suffered a 6-1 defeat against two-time former world champions Uruguay in an international friendly in Kolkata.

KL Rahul focused on improving old ball play to push India's ODI totals past 370

KL Rahul focused on improving old ball play to push India's ODI totals past 370

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Indian batter K L Rahul is actively working on improving his game against the old ball to ensure the middle overs generate more runs, aiming for India to consistently score in excess of 370 in ODIs amidst the growing trend of high targets being chased down.

Australia A take control in four-day fixture against India A

Australia A take control in four-day fixture against India A

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Australia A has established a commanding 364-run lead over India A on the third day of their second four-day match in Puducherry. India A, chasing an improbable target of 365, finished the day at 28 for one, still needing 337 runs. Key contributions from Sam Konstas, Nathan McSweeney, and Jason Sangha helped Australia A declare their second innings at 173 for four.

Nations League: England crush Croatia; Spain cruise past Czechs

Nations League: England crush Croatia; Spain cruise past Czechs

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

England delivered a stunning 7-0 victory over Croatia, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each scoring twice, while Spain maintained their perfect record in the Nations League with a 3-1 win against the Czech Republic. Both teams showcased dominant performances in their respective matches.

Watch Shilpa Shetty Dance At Ganpati Visarjan

Watch Shilpa Shetty Dance At Ganpati Visarjan

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Shilpa Shetty danced to dhol beats during Ganpati visarjan with her family in Mumbai.

'Capt Machchhar told me, I don't want to die here'

'Capt Machchhar told me, I don't want to die here'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

A FlyDubai flight captain was stabbed by his co-pilot in a suspected terror attack, leading to a desperate fight for survival that was heroically thwarted by an Israeli dentist and other passengers, averting a major mid-air disaster.

India's Volleyball Team Continues Winning Streak At Asian Games

India's Volleyball Team Continues Winning Streak At Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Indian men's volleyball team secured its second consecutive victory at the Asian Games, defeating Hong Kong, China 3-0 in a Pool C preliminary round match.

Asian Games Wrestling: Aman Stuns World champion Chong To Win Asian Games Gold

Asian Games Wrestling: Aman Stuns World champion Chong To Win Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat won the men's 57kg gold medal at the Asian Games, defeating North Korea's world champion Chong Song Han in the final.

'Adaptation Very Important For India At Asian Games': Shreyas Iyer

'Adaptation Very Important For India At Asian Games': Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

India's cricket captain Shreyas Iyer addresses the challenges posed by torrential rain and limited practice ahead of their Asian Games quarterfinal against Afghanistan.

'Start afresh': Coach Fulton reveals India hockey's LA 2028 plan

'Start afresh': Coach Fulton reveals India hockey's LA 2028 plan

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Following the Indian men's hockey team's historic Asian Games gold and direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, Head Coach Craig Fulton revealed plans to 'build a new team afresh' after the Hockey India League, emphasising the need for meticulous planning for the upcoming Games.

Indian Football Team Set For Tough Uruguay Test After Brazil Drubbing

Indian Football Team Set For Tough Uruguay Test After Brazil Drubbing

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

India faces a challenging FIFA international friendly against two-time world champions Uruguay in Kolkata, aiming to recover from a 0-4 defeat by Brazil.

How Mirabai Chanu Overcame Injury And Setbacks For Asian Games Silver

How Mirabai Chanu Overcame Injury And Setbacks For Asian Games Silver

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Tokyo Olympics silver medallist Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal at the Asian Games, completing her medal hunt across major tournaments. She attributes this success to intense training, a strong focus on injury prevention, and rehabilitation, especially after narrowly missing a medal at the Paris Olympics. Chanu is now preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, planning to change her weight category and improve her snatch technique.

Stabbed pilot Capt Machchhar airlifted to Abu Dhabi for advanced treatment

Stabbed pilot Capt Machchhar airlifted to Abu Dhabi for advanced treatment

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot operating flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv, is being airlifted to Abu Dhabi for advanced medical care after suffering stab wounds during a violent mid-air cockpit attack by his co-pilot.

Jailer 2 Trailer Review: Blockbuster Loading!

Jailer 2 Trailer Review: Blockbuster Loading!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Jailer 2 looks loaded with Rajinikanth swag, explosive action and a ridiculous roster of cameos. But will Nelson deliver a blockbuster rather than another all-hype spectacle, wonders Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Rising US Bond Yields Pressure on Indian Equities, FPIs Withdraw Capital

Rising US Bond Yields Pressure on Indian Equities, FPIs Withdraw Capital

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Rising bond yields in the US and other advanced economies are making it increasingly difficult for Indian equities to attract foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), leading to pressure on valuations and potentially lower returns for domestic investors.