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Forex kitty drops by $6.48 bn to $675.65 bn

Forex kitty drops by $6.48 bn to $675.65 bn

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

India's forex reserves dropped by $6.46 billion to $675.65 billion for the week ended November 8, the RBI said on Friday. In the previous reporting week, the forex reserves had dropped by $2.67 billion to $682.13 billion.

RSS-linked magazine contradicts Bhagwat on Sambhal dispute

RSS-linked magazine contradicts Bhagwat on Sambhal dispute

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The latest issue of "Organiser", an RSS-linked magazine, has argued that the ongoing dispute over the Shri Harihar Mandir in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, is not about religious supremacy but about seeking "civilisational justice" by uncovering historical truth. The editorial, penned by Prafulla Ketkar, editor of "Organiser", contends that the debate should not be limited to a Hindu-Muslim perspective but should encompass a wider discussion on historical truths and social justice. The magazine further criticizes the Congress's handling of caste and religious issues, accusing it of whitewashing historical injustices and promoting a false narrative about Mughal rulers.

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

Stock market participants would track global trends and foreign investors' trading activity in a holiday-shortened week ahead, amid lack of any major domestic trigger in sight, analysts said. Equity markets will remain closed on Wednesday for Christmas.

Guess Who Disha Is Holidaying With?

Guess Who Disha Is Holidaying With?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Manushi is Little Miss Sunshine.. Shraddha has a question for you... Kareena goes glam...

Nifty: 'Bears May Extend The Party'

Nifty: 'Bears May Extend The Party'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

'On the weekly chart, the Nifty 50 index has formed a bearish candle and remains below all short-term moving averages.'

Forex kitty drops by $2.67 bn to $682.13 bn

Forex kitty drops by $2.67 bn to $682.13 bn

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

India's forex reserves declined by $2.67 billion to $682.13 billion for the week ended November 1, the RBI said on Friday. In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves had dropped by $3.46 billion to $684.805 billion.

AAP alleges BJP bringing 'fake' voters, EC orders probe

AAP alleges BJP bringing 'fake' voters, EC orders probe

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

The Election Commission on Thursday asked its Delhi chief electoral officer to probe the Aam Aadmi Party's complaints against Bharatiya Janata Party leader Parvesh Verma and allegations of additions and deletions in the electoral roll of the New Delhi assembly seat.

Sensex rises 226 pts on buying in bank, auto stocks

Sensex rises 226 pts on buying in bank, auto stocks

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

From the 30 blue-chip pack, Mahindra & Mahindra, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finance, Tata Motors, Bajaj Finserv, Nestle and ICICI Bank were the biggest gainers. State Bank of India, Tata Steel, Adani Ports, Zomato, UltraTech Cement and HCL Tech were among the laggards.

Meet India's Most Popular Actors Online

Meet India's Most Popular Actors Online

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

IMDb rankings are based on page views from over 250 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide. Stars who consistently ranked the highest in the weekly rankings in 2024 make it to the top 10.

See The Camels Dance

See The Camels Dance

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

It was a competition and each camel performed to the best of their ability, delighting the crowd.

Winter chill intensifies in North India, Kashmir temp drops below freezing

Winter chill intensifies in North India, Kashmir temp drops below freezing

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

A cold wave has intensified in most parts of north India, with temperatures in the Kashmir Valley dipping below freezing point. The national capital saw a brief respite from the bitter cold during the day, but cold conditions persisted in parts of Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh. The weather department has issued a yellow warning for cold wave, ground frost and dense fog for some places in Himachal Pradesh. There is a possibility of rain and snowfall in parts of northwest India later in the week.

Maha cabinet expansion on Sunday; 30-32 ministers may take oath

Maha cabinet expansion on Sunday; 30-32 ministers may take oath

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

The Maharashtra government is set to expand its cabinet on December 15 with 30-32 ministers taking the oath of office at a ceremony in Nagpur. The week-long winter session of the state legislature is scheduled to begin in Nagpur on December 16. The BJP-led government, which came to power after the November 20 assembly polls, has seen its fair share of twists and turns in the cabinet formation process. The BJP is likely to get 20-21 ministerial berths, followed by 11-12 for the Sena and 9-10 for the NCP.

Fadnavis' First Challenge: Santosh Deshmukh Murder Case

Fadnavis' First Challenge: Santosh Deshmukh Murder Case

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

'The CM's credibility is on the line.'

'Hope Manipur Finds Peace Soon'

'Hope Manipur Finds Peace Soon'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

'My one recommendation would be to first quell the violence and then encourage dialogue and build the trust among the different communities.' 'This is not easy but necessary, for violence cannot be the way forward.'

Forex reserves drop $2.16 bn to $688.26 bn

Forex reserves drop $2.16 bn to $688.26 bn

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

India's forex reserves dropped by $2.16 billion to $688.27 billion for the week ended October 18, the Reserve Bank said on Friday. In the previous reporting week, the overall kitty had dropped by $10.75 billion to $690.43 billion in one of the largest declines in the reserves in recent times, the RBI said on Friday.

Sensex tanks 1,190 points to close below 80K

Sensex tanks 1,190 points to close below 80K

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

From the 30-share Sensex pack, Mahindra & Mahindra, Infosys, HCL Technologies, Adani Ports, Bajaj Finance, Tech Mahindra, Titan, Tata Consultancy Services, Reliance Industries and Power Grid were among the laggards. On the other hand, State Bank of India was the only gainer.

PICS: Sinner leads Italy to second straight Davis Cup crown

PICS: Sinner leads Italy to second straight Davis Cup crown

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Jannik Sinner spearheaded Italy's charge towards a second successive Davis Cup title with a 2-0 victory over the Netherlands in the final at the southern Spanish city of Malaga on Sunday.

How To Make Christmas Cake In A Cooker

How To Make Christmas Cake In A Cooker

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Mini Mohan shares a Christmas recipe for cake lovers.

PIX: Aus thump India at MCG, take 2-1 lead

PIX: Aus thump India at MCG, take 2-1 lead

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Images from Day 5 in the fourth Test between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday.

Unsold in IPL auction, Gujarat's Urvil hits fastest century by an Indian in T20s!

Unsold in IPL auction, Gujarat's Urvil hits fastest century by an Indian in T20s!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Gujarat's wicketkeeper-batter Urvil Patel, who went unsold in the IPL mega auction, smashed a century in just 28 balls against Tripura.

Sensex climbs 445 points on buying in blue-chip stocks

Sensex climbs 445 points on buying in blue-chip stocks

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

From the 30-share Sensex pack, UltraTech Cement, JSW Steel, Adani Ports, Tech Mahindra, Titan, Maruti, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Steel and Reliance Industries were the biggest gainers. NTPC, Hindustan Unilever, Kotak Mahindra Bank, IndusInd Bank and Larsen & Toubro were among the laggards.

India's forex kitty drops $10.75 bn to $690.43 bn

India's forex kitty drops $10.75 bn to $690.43 bn

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Declining for the second straight week, India's forex reserves dropped $10.75 billion to $690.43 billion for the week ended October 11 in one of the largest decreases in the kitty in recent times, the RBI said on Friday. In the previous reporting week, the reserves had dropped by $3.71 billion to $701.18 billion.

Jharkhand Ka Rahul Gandhi

Jharkhand Ka Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

And why he wants to meet the real Rahul Gandhi.

'A Great Soul Of India'

'A Great Soul Of India'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

He won two terms in office, which was a stunning feat for a leader who used his silence as the most vocal weapon to change the economy and the lives of a billion people, asserts Tarun Vijay, former BJP MP and former Chief Editor, Panchjanya, the RSS weekly.

Can India Beat The Rain To Win 1st Test?

Can India Beat The Rain To Win 1st Test?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a forecast predicting significant precipitation in the city throughout the week, casting a shadow over the series opener.

2024: The Year Of Shift In Politics

2024: The Year Of Shift In Politics

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Much drama is likely to continue in the coming year, within the Sangh Parivar as well as involving the Opposition parties and, of course the BJP's allies, predicts Modi biographer Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Forex kitty drops by $3.7 bn to $701.18 bn

Forex kitty drops by $3.7 bn to $701.18 bn

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

India's forex reserves dropped by $3.71 billion to $701.18 billion for the week ended October 4, the RBI said on Friday. In the previous reporting week, the reserves had jumped by $12.59 billion to an all-time high of $704.88 billion.

Bollywood's FUN Quiz Time

Bollywood's FUN Quiz Time

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Planning A New Year Hol? Book Soon!

Planning A New Year Hol? Book Soon!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Demand for the Christmas period is expected to rise further in the coming days.

This Winter To Be Warmer Than Normal

This Winter To Be Warmer Than Normal

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

The cold wave days in December too are expected to be 'below-normal' this year.

'It hurts': Cummins acknowledges humiliation in Perth

'It hurts': Cummins acknowledges humiliation in Perth

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Cummins had no qualms in admitting that his team was thoroughly outplayed in the series opener but he promised to bounce back in Adelaide

Valuations and margin moderation likely to cap upsides for Colgate

Valuations and margin moderation likely to cap upsides for Colgate

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Markets to track inflation data, global trends, FII trading this week: Analysts New Delhi, Dec 8 (PTI) Investors' sentiments will be guided by a host of domestic and global macroeconomic data announcements this week, along with the trading activity of foreign investors and trends in world stocks, analysts said. Besides, the rupee-dollar trend and movement of global oil benchmark Brent crude will also be crucial in dictating terms in the market, experts added. "The domestic stock market is likely to be shaped by a mix of global cues, domestic economic indicators, and the flow of investments from foreign and domestic institutional investors. Key factors like the rupee's exchange rate and crude oil prices will play a critical role in determining market trends. "Globally, geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, continue to pose challenges. However, recent declines in the dollar index and US bond yields have created a more favourable environment for emerging markets like India," Pravesh Gour, Senior Technical Analyst, Swastika Investmart Ltd, said. On the economic front, significant macroeconomic releases, including retail inflation and industrial production data from India as well as US core CPI, are expected to influence overall market sentiment, Gour added. Last week, the BSE benchmark jumped 1,906.33 points or 2.38 per cent, and the NSE Nifty climbed 546.7 points or 2.26 per cent. "FIIs turning buyers in early December, in a total reversal of their sustained selling strategy during the last two months, has altered the market sentiments. The change in FII (Foreign Institutional Investors) strategy is getting reflected in stock price movements, particularly in large-cap banking stocks in which FIIs have been sellers," VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Financial Services, said. The release of US CPI inflation data will give some insights into the Fed's December meeting, an expert said. "The markets' attention is expected to turn towards macroeconomic indicators like IIP and CPI inflation. Additionally, the trend of FII inflows, following their recent buying spree, will remain a key focal point for market participants," Ajit Mishra - SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Siddhartha Khemka, Head - Research, Wealth Management, Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd, said this week will see significant economic data releases, including GDP numbers from Japan and the UK, along with China's CPI and India's CPI.

3 temples vandalised in Bangladesh amid protests over Hindu leader's arrest

3 temples vandalised in Bangladesh amid protests over Hindu leader's arrest

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Three Hindu temples were vandalized by a mob in Bangladesh's Chattogram on Friday, following protests and violence sparked by the arrest of a former ISKCON member on sedition charges. The attack occurred in the port city's Harish Chandra Munsef Lane, where the Shantaneshwari Matri Temple, the nearby Shoni Temple, and the Shantaneshwari Kalibari Temple were targeted. Temple authorities reported that a group of hundreds threw brickbats at the temples, causing damage to the Shoni Temple and the gates of the other two. The incident has triggered diplomatic tensions between India and Bangladesh, with both countries expressing concerns over the safety of their respective minorities.

Forex kitty jumps $12.59 bn to hit record high of $704.88 bn

Forex kitty jumps $12.59 bn to hit record high of $704.88 bn

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

India's forex reserves jumped by $12.59 billion to a new all-time high of $704.88 billion for the week ended September 27, the Reserve Bank said on Friday. The overall kitty had swelled by $2.84 billion to $692.3 billion in the previous reporting week. The $12.588 billion would be one of the highest weekly rises ever and this is the first time the reserves have crossed the $700 billion mark.

Kareena Gets Ready For The Week

Kareena Gets Ready For The Week

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Sonam-Anand celebrate anniversary...Deepika misses Irrfan...Soha gets ready for Mother's Day.

Can India do a Perth-like turnaround in Adelaide?

Can India do a Perth-like turnaround in Adelaide?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

'We feel slightly behind the game now but there certainly won't be any letting up and certainly won't be any surrendering.'

3 coaches of Shalimar Express derail in Bengal, no casualties

3 coaches of Shalimar Express derail in Bengal, no casualties

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

The 22850 Secunderabad-Shalimar Weekly Express was passing through Nalpur station in Kharagpur Division when the coaches derailed, officials said.

Take This ZABARDAST Bollywood Quiz

Take This ZABARDAST Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Guess Rakul's Favourite Colour?

Guess Rakul's Favourite Colour?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Nushrratt sees red... Disha's in the mood for Mexico...Aahana knows how to be powerful...

Fun, Fabulous Filmi Quiz Of The Week

Fun, Fabulous Filmi Quiz Of The Week

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.