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Mercedes Benz could have sold more cars in India if only...

Mercedes Benz could have sold more cars in India if only...

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Mercedes-Benz India's Managing Director & CEO Santosh Iyer stated that demand continues to outstrip supply, particularly for the CLA electric vehicle, with over 1,000 orders and deliveries extending to March-April 2027. The company could have sold an additional 1,000 vehicles if supply had been adequate.

India's Nethra Kumanan Wins Bronze In Asian Games Sailing

India's Nethra Kumanan Wins Bronze In Asian Games Sailing

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Indian Olympian Nethra Kumanan won a bronze medal in the women's dinghy event at the Asian Games sailing competition in Gamagori City, Japan.

Ajay Devgn's 10 Biggest Openings At Box Office

Ajay Devgn's 10 Biggest Openings At Box Office

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Drishyam - The Conclusion has made history by becoming Ajay Devgn's biggest box office opener with an astounding Rs 62.03 crores, also securing a spot among the Top-5 Bollywood openers of all time.

Hyundai to invest additional Rs 4,000 crore in Maharashtra, doubling Pune plant capacity

Hyundai to invest additional Rs 4,000 crore in Maharashtra, doubling Pune plant capacity

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Korean auto major Hyundai plans to invest an additional Rs 4,000 crore in Maharashtra by 2030, aiming to nearly double capacity at its new Pune manufacturing plant to 320,000 units per annum in a phased manner, a top company executive said.

Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: ED Claims Rs 880 Crore Delivered To Congress Office

Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: ED Claims Rs 880 Crore Delivered To Congress Office

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has claimed that Rs 860-Rs 880 crore generated from an alleged liquor scam in Chhattisgarh during the previous Congress regime was delivered to the Pradesh Congress Committee office in Raipur. The agency filed a supplementary chargesheet against former PCC treasurer Ramgopal Agrawal and provisionally attached his properties worth Rs 9.06 crore. The ED alleges a liquor syndicate controlled the state excise department, generating over Rs 2,883 crore in illegal proceeds.

Asian Games 2026: Axar sends message to teammates before Pakistan final

Asian Games 2026: Axar sends message to teammates before Pakistan final

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

We have to perform in both batting and bowling, Axar Patel says ahead of India's Asian Games 2026 cricket final against Pakistan on Saturday.

Gill's record double ton, Rohit's landmark: 406 chase sparks ODI record avalanche

Gill's record double ton, Rohit's landmark: 406 chase sparks ODI record avalanche

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

India secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the ODI series against West Indies, largely due to Shubman Gill's record-breaking fastest double century and Rohit Sharma's significant milestones, including his 35th hundred and reaching 12,000 ODI runs. The match also saw the West Indies post their highest-ever ODI total and became the third highest aggregating match in ODI history.

1st Test: Australia in control as South Africa stumble on Day 3

1st Test: Australia in control as South Africa stumble on Day 3

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Steve Smith created history with a record 223rd Test catch as Australia took a 139-run lead over South Africa on Day 3 of the first Test at Kingsmead on Sunday.

Asian Games: China Dominates Medal Tally After Day 10

Asian Games: China Dominates Medal Tally After Day 10

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

China leads the Asian Games medal tally after Day 10 with 143 gold medals, followed by Japan and South Korea. India is currently in 10th position with 6 gold, 21 silver, and 25 bronze medals.

India A struggle as Australia A eye strong lead in four-day match

India A struggle as Australia A eye strong lead in four-day match

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Australia A, powered by Sam Harper's century and effective spin bowling from Todd Murphy and Corey Rocchiccioli, gained a significant advantage over India A on Day 2 of their second four-day match in Puducherry, leaving India A trailing by 236 runs.

Thane Crime Branch Seizes Rs 2.72 Crore Ambergris

Thane Crime Branch Seizes Rs 2.72 Crore Ambergris

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Thane Crime Branch arrested two individuals with 2.72 kilograms of ambergris, also known as whale vomit, valued at Rs 2.72 crore in the international market. The protected marine substance, used in luxury perfumes, was seized during a trap operation, and a case has been registered under the Wildlife Protection Act.

HDFC Bank, Axis, Kotak Mahindra See Robust Deposit Growth in Q2

HDFC Bank, Axis, Kotak Mahindra See Robust Deposit Growth in Q2

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

India's leading private-sector banks, including HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank, reported robust deposit growth in the July-September quarter (Q2FY27), significantly aided by the Reserve Bank of India's concessional FCNR(B) swap window.

Naman Dhir credits Ravindra Jadeja, Mumbai Indians for bowling development

Naman Dhir credits Ravindra Jadeja, Mumbai Indians for bowling development

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India all-rounder Naman Dhir discusses his bowling development, crediting veteran Ravindra Jadeja's advice and training at the Mumbai Indians camp. Despite not yet taking a wicket in his two ODIs, Dhir maintains a good economy rate and is working on his all-round game, including his batting, ahead of the third ODI.

1st Test: Renshaw defies South Africa with gritty 190 as Australia fight back

1st Test: Renshaw defies South Africa with gritty 190 as Australia fight back

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Matt Renshaw's career-best 190 propelled Australia to 390 all out, while Josh Hazlewood removed Ryan Rickelton cheaply as South Africa reached 27-1 before bad light intervened.

India's Stellar Performance At Commonwealth Cue Sports Championships

India's Stellar Performance At Commonwealth Cue Sports Championships

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

India concluded the Commonwealth Cue Sports Championships with an impressive haul of 13 medals, including three gold, five silver, and five bronze. Indian athletes excelled across various disciplines like men's snooker, women's English Billiards, and men's English Billiards, securing top honours and demonstrating strong performances against international competitors.

From 5/2 To 250! How Hope, Rutherford Pulled Off WI's Epic Chase

From 5/2 To 250! How Hope, Rutherford Pulled Off WI's Epic Chase

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Shai Hope's unbeaten century propelled West Indies to their highest successful chase in T20 internationals, overhauling a target of 250 to beat India by six wickets and level the five-match series at 1-1.

Auto Dealers Gear Up For Robust Oct As Festival Season Bookings Rise

Auto Dealers Gear Up For Robust Oct As Festival Season Bookings Rise

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Automobile dealers in India are reporting healthy bookings ahead of Navratri and Dussehra, with the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (Fada) indicating strong confidence in a pickup in deliveries from mid-October, despite a high base from last year's GST-led surge.

Ramlila Maidan: Delhi's costly protest venue with limited dates

Ramlila Maidan: Delhi's costly protest venue with limited dates

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Ramlila Maidan, recently designated as one of Delhi's new protest sites, is proving to be a costly and difficult option for demonstrators. With no free dates for the next two and a half months and booking fees exceeding Rs 1 lakh, it contrasts sharply with the previously free Jantar Mantar. The ground, rich in political history, also poses logistical challenges due to its busy commercial location and impact on traffic.

UPI MDR Charges: Merchants Cannot Pass On Fees To Customers

UPI MDR Charges: Merchants Cannot Pass On Fees To Customers

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Punjab & Sind Bank MD and CEO Swarup Kumar Saha clarified that merchants cannot pass on Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges to customers for UPI payments, ensuring consumers only pay the displayed price. The new MDR structure, effective October 15, applies a 0.4% charge on P2M transactions above Rs 2,000, with specific flat rates for certain sectors, but small-value transactions remain free.

Major Arms And Narcotics Haul In Amritsar

Major Arms And Narcotics Haul In Amritsar

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Punjab Police dismantled two illegal arms and narcotics supply networks in Amritsar, arresting four individuals and recovering an M16 rifle, nine pistols, and 15 kg of opium. The accused are allegedly linked to foreign-based smugglers, with further investigation underway to uncover complete linkages.

Ranji Trophy: J&K Suffer Batting Collapse; Baroda, UP, Vidarbha in Command

Ranji Trophy: J&K Suffer Batting Collapse; Baroda, UP, Vidarbha in Command

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir were bowled out for 120, allowing Madhya Pradesh to take a 135-run overall lead on day two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match. Meanwhile, Baroda, Uttar Pradesh, and Vidarbha also established strong positions in their respective matches.

It's time for Ukraine to get a new President: Trump post Russia deal

It's time for Ukraine to get a new President: Trump post Russia deal

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

US President Donald Trump on Saturday suggested that Ukraine should elect a "new President" capable of negotiating a deal to end the conflict with Russia, while warning Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy against targeting Russian oil refineries, a day after announcing a diesel fuel supply agreement with Moscow.

Kerala High Court Directs FIR Against Former CM Pinarayi Vijayan In CMRL Bribery Case

Kerala High Court Directs FIR Against Former CM Pinarayi Vijayan In CMRL Bribery Case

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Kerala High Court has directed the Vigilance to register an FIR under the anti-graft law against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas in the alleged CMRL bribery case. The court stated that information provided by the Enforcement Directorate contains sufficient material to show commission of cognizable offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act, ruling out the need for a preliminary enquiry. The court also deemed illegal the state government's decision to form a Special Investigation Team for a preliminary enquiry.

Private Capex Projected to Reach Rs 3.2 Trillion in FY27 Amidst Global Uncertainty

Private Capex Projected to Reach Rs 3.2 Trillion in FY27 Amidst Global Uncertainty

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

India's private sector capital expenditure is projected to reach approximately 3.2 trillion in the financial year 2026-27, up from 2.6 trillion in FY26, according to a Reserve Bank of India bulletin report, indicating sustained confidence despite global uncertainties.

Sharma Dominates Kapil Dev Invitational With Four-Shot Lead

Sharma Dominates Kapil Dev Invitational With Four-Shot Lead

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Shubhankar Sharma fired a seven-under 65 in the second round of the Kapil Dev Invitational Tour Championship, establishing a four-shot lead. The Chandigarh golfer reached 11-under 133, with Brashwarpal Singh in second place and overnight leader Shaurya Bhattacharya slipping to third.

Ishan Kishan battled cracks, spin and doubt to take India into Asian Games final

Ishan Kishan battled cracks, spin and doubt to take India into Asian Games final

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Ishan Kishan's unbeaten 80 off 46 balls against Sri Lanka in the Asian Games semi-final was a 'gem' on a difficult, cracked pitch, securing India's spot in the gold medal match against Pakistan.

Asian Games: India win silver in women's trap team event

Asian Games: India win silver in women's trap team event

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The Indian women's shooting team, comprising Neeru Dhanda, Aashima Ahlawat, and Manisha Keer, won a silver medal in the trap team event at the Asian Games.

4 Golds, 30 Medals: India's Asian Games Tally After Day 7

4 Golds, 30 Medals: India's Asian Games Tally After Day 7

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

The Asian Games medals tally after Day 7 shows China in a commanding lead with 176 medals, including 107 gold. Japan and Korea follow, while India is positioned tenth with a total of 30 medals.

Two children among 9 killed in Pennsylvania mass shooting

Two children among 9 killed in Pennsylvania mass shooting

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

A mass shooting and hours-long standoff in Erie, Pennsylvania, left nine people dead, including two children. CBS News, citing local media reports, indicated that law enforcement was dispatched to Perry Street around 5 PM on Friday following witness accounts of an armed man firing shots before entering a residence.

Life Imprisonment For Five In Farmer Murder Case Linked To Village Polls

Life Imprisonment For Five In Farmer Murder Case Linked To Village Polls

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A court in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced five men to life imprisonment for the 2016 murder of farmer Fatte Khan. The murder stemmed from a dispute related to a village head election, intensifying after another murder in which Fatte Khan was an accused. The court also imposed a total fine of Rs 1.55 lakh on the convicts, with a portion directed to the victim's family.

Recipe: Sunita's Pumpkin Salad

Recipe: Sunita's Pumpkin Salad

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Yup, pumpkin makes for a good salad too!

'This Is Worse Than The Emergency'

'This Is Worse Than The Emergency'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

'Fifty thousand policemen were deployed; the entire New Delhi district was under siege. It shows how scared they are.'

India's Weightlifting Campaign Ends With Harjinder Kaur's Ninth Place Finish

India's Weightlifting Campaign Ends With Harjinder Kaur's Ninth Place Finish

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

Harjinder Kaur finished ninth in the women's 69kg weightlifting event at the Asian Games, marking a disappointing end to India's campaign. Her combined effort was 204kg, significantly behind gold medallist Song Kuk-hyang who set new world records. India concluded the weightlifting events with one silver medal won by Mirabai Chanu.

India To Unveil AI Regulation Paper Soon

India To Unveil AI Regulation Paper Soon

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the Indian government will release a consultation paper on AI regulations within a month. This framework will address critical aspects like AI safety, deepfakes, and a human-first approach, emphasising the industry's primary responsibility in ensuring safe AI deployment. The move comes amidst growing global concerns over AI risks and the need for robust safeguards.

RBI Repo Rate Hike: What It Means For Your EMI

RBI Repo Rate Hike: What It Means For Your EMI

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has raised the repo rate by 0.25%. Three financial planners explain how soon banks will pass the increased loan interest on, what borrowers should check and what they need to avoid.

Why ICC sees China as cricket's next big opportunity

Why ICC sees China as cricket's next big opportunity

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is actively pursuing a strategy to expand cricket in China, leveraging the sport's recent inclusion in the Olympics. Plans include establishing a Centre of Excellence, supporting a Tier 2 event, and promoting women's cricket, with significant investment and collaboration with the Chinese Cricket Association to embed the sport deeper into the country's sporting system.

ED Intensifies Crackdown On Online Gaming With Fresh Asset Attachments

ED Intensifies Crackdown On Online Gaming With Fresh Asset Attachments

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has attached fresh assets worth Rs 442 crore belonging to online gaming company Gameskraft and its app RummyCulture, bringing the total frozen assets in the money laundering probe to Rs 2,843 crore. The agency alleges the company used bots to defraud users and generated proceeds of crime through platform commissions.

India seeks Russia's update on 69 citizens serving in its army

India seeks Russia's update on 69 citizens serving in its army

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

India has requested an update from Russian authorities regarding 69 Indian nationals reportedly serving in the Russian Army. The External Affairs Ministry spokesperson stated that 139 Indians have been discharged so far, but 51 have died. India continues to warn its citizens against joining the Russian military due to significant dangers.

India-Pakistan rivalry lifts Asian Games viewership and revenue

India-Pakistan rivalry lifts Asian Games viewership and revenue

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

India-Pakistan clashes in cricket and hockey drew big audiences at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, helping fuel stronger viewership and a 20% revenue rise.

Indian banks set for healthy profit growth in Q2FY27, but NIMs face pressure

Indian banks set for healthy profit growth in Q2FY27, but NIMs face pressure

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian banks are projected to achieve healthy profit growth in the second quarter of financial year 2027 (Q2FY27), driven by lower credit costs, robust advance growth, and fee income. However, net interest margins (NIMs) are expected to face pressure due to significant mobilisation of foreign currency non-resident (bank) FCNR(B) deposits.