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19 concrete plants in Mumbai shut down over pollution violations

19 concrete plants in Mumbai shut down over pollution violations

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has ordered the shutdown of 19 ready mix concrete plants in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region for violating environmental guidelines and contributing to deteriorating air quality levels.

'Batting order is overrated': Gambhir declares

'Batting order is overrated': Gambhir declares

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Gautam Gambhir's penchant for shuffling cricketers has often come under sharp scrutiny, but the head coach insisted that "batting order is overrated" in white ball cricket, strongly hinting of him sticking to his trusted ways.

Noel Tata, two others block Mehli Mistry's reappointment as trustee

Noel Tata, two others block Mehli Mistry's reappointment as trustee

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata and two other powerful trustees considered close to him blocked the reappointment of late Ratan Tata's close associate and businessman Mehli Mistry as trustee, deepening the rift at the philanthropic arm that controls the holding company of Tata Group, people familiar with the matter said.

Kush Maini to test Alpine F1 car in Abu Dhabi

Kush Maini to test Alpine F1 car in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Kush Maini will get the taste of a modern Formula 1 machinery for the very first time when he takes the wheel of the current Alpine car in the Young Driver Test.

Households Are Moving Away From Banks To Markets

Households Are Moving Away From Banks To Markets

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

For every 100 rupees, households invested Rs 45.2 in mutual funds and equities in 2024-2025.

'Government Is The Source Of Our Data Leakages'

'Government Is The Source Of Our Data Leakages'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

'Instead of the government and telecom operators solving the mess of their own creation, they're telling us we need to give access to our phones perpetually.'

The Importance Of Putin's India Visit

The Importance Of Putin's India Visit

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

The enduring relationship between the two countries have survived the disintegration of the erstwhile USSR in 1991, the end of the Cold War and the regime change in both countries, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Microsoft to invest $17.5 billion for India's AI-first future: Nadella

Microsoft to invest $17.5 billion for India's AI-first future: Nadella

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on Tuesday announced plans to invest $17.5 billion in India to help build infrastructure and sovereign capabilities for the country's AI-first future, marking the third major AI-driven investment in the country in the past two months. Microsoft said that the $17.5 billion (around Rs 1.58 lakh crore) investment builds on the $3 billion (around Rs 26,955 crore) funding announced earlier this year, which the company is on track to spend by the end of CY (calendar year) 2026.

DGCA issues show-cause notice to IndiGo CEO over flight disruptions

DGCA issues show-cause notice to IndiGo CEO over flight disruptions

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

The aviation regulator stated that the "primary cause" of the disruptions was IndiGo's failure to make "adequate arrangements" to meet the revised staffing, duty-time and rostering requirements under the newly implemented Flight Duty Time Limitations scheme.

Byju's Alpha alleges $533 million was routed back to founder in new court filing

Byju's Alpha alleges $533 million was routed back to founder in new court filing

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Debtor alleges evidence from OCI Ltd shows funds were "round-tripped" to Byju Raveendran despite his earlier sworn statements -- claims Byju's founders strongly reject.

Not neutral, India is on the side of peace, Modi tells Putin

Not neutral, India is on the side of peace, Modi tells Putin

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly supported efforts to end the war in Ukraine and conveyed to Russian President Vladimir Putin that India will stand shoulder-to-shoulder in all peace efforts to find an amicable solution to the conflict.

'I Restarted My Life At 39 After Divorce'

'I Restarted My Life At 39 After Divorce'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

'One day, I realised my children were watching me tolerate pain. That was my turning point. I wanted them to see their mother as someone who respected herself, not someone who stayed in a non-existent marriage because she was scared.'

Ex-Army man, woman held for sharing sensitive info with Pak

Ex-Army man, woman held for sharing sensitive info with Pak

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

The Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a retired Army man and a woman for allegedly sharing sensitive information about military establishments and personnel with Pakistani agents.

No pressure but motivated: Deepti on hefty WPL price tag

No pressure but motivated: Deepti on hefty WPL price tag

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

After getting retained by UP Warriorz for Rs 3.2 crore (Rs 32 million) ahead of the upcoming Women's Premier League, star Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma said there is no pressure of the price tag on her and, if anything, it motivates her to do well in the fourth edition of the tournament.

'Every Time I See A Cancer Victim Smile, I Feel A Surge Of Energy'

'Every Time I See A Cancer Victim Smile, I Feel A Surge Of Energy'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Meet Zeenath PA, the Kochi social worker whose handmade wigs are helping Cancer survivors reclaim their identity.

SC asks CBI to probe digital arrest scams nationwide

SC asks CBI to probe digital arrest scams nationwide

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI to conduct a pan-India investigation into digital arrest scams and questioned the RBI about its lack of AI usage in detecting and freezing accounts used by cybercriminals.

No bail for absconding Kerala Cong MLA Rahul in rape case

No bail for absconding Kerala Cong MLA Rahul in rape case

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

A court in Thiruvananthapuram dismissed the anticipatory bail petition of expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkoottathil in a sexual assault case, citing the gravity of the allegations and potential impact on the investigation.

Former Pak spy chief Faiz Hameed jailed for 14 years

Former Pak spy chief Faiz Hameed jailed for 14 years

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Pakistan's former spy chief Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to 14 years in jail by a military court after being found guilty of violating the Official Secrets Act and engaging in political activities. This marks the first time a former ISI chief has been convicted.

Failed relationships shouldn't be criminalised as rape: SC

Failed relationships shouldn't be criminalised as rape: SC

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the increasing tendency to label failed relationships as rape, emphasizing the need to distinguish between genuine sexual violence and consensual acts within a relationship.

Father donates kidney to save social media influencer

Father donates kidney to save social media influencer

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

A father's love has rewritten the destiny of 21-year-old social media influencer Cuty Mendiratta, who is now recovering after receiving a life-saving kidney from her father.

'We Have To Blame Ourselves, Not Macaulay'

'We Have To Blame Ourselves, Not Macaulay'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

'We kept importing educational models from outside that had no connection to our cultural and intellectual strengths.'

When Prez Murmu surprised ex-staffer at Odisha assembly

When Prez Murmu surprised ex-staffer at Odisha assembly

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Ananta Charan Behera went to his former workplace, the Odisha assembly, on Thursday to have a glimpse of President Droupadi Murmu, but was utterly surprised when she spotted him in the crowd and called him by his name.

Outgoing CJI Gavai defends SC verdict on governors' powers

Outgoing CJI Gavai defends SC verdict on governors' powers

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Outgoing Chief Justice of India BR Gavai defends the Supreme Court's verdict on governors' powers, emphasizing the principle of separation of powers and judicial independence.

Al Falah Group chief made Rs 415 crore 'dishonestly': ED

Al Falah Group chief made Rs 415 crore 'dishonestly': ED

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has secured a 13-day custodial remand for Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, chairperson of the Al Falah group, accused of generating over Rs 415 crore dishonestly from students. The ED claims Siddiqui has incentives to flee India as his family is settled in the Gulf.

Apple won't preload Sanchar Saathi app on iPhones: Report

Apple won't preload Sanchar Saathi app on iPhones: Report

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Apple does not plan to comply with the mandate to preload mobile handsets with the 'Sanchar Saathi' app and will convey its concerns before the Indian government, Reuters reported on Tuesday, citing three unnamed sources.

Markram Reveals What Fueled South Africa's 359-Run Chase

Markram Reveals What Fueled South Africa's 359-Run Chase

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Architect of South Africa's series-levelling win in the second ODI against India here, Aiden Markram says scoring runs matters only when the team wins and he felt responsible for the visitors' defeat in the first ODI by a small margin.

'Villains Are The Most Interesting To Design For'

'Villains Are The Most Interesting To Design For'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'Every film had its challenges, but Mr India, Sadak and Gandhi were the toughest.' 'Mr India needed imagination, Sadak needed sensitivity and Gandhi demanded historical authenticity.'

Should India Retain The Inflation Targeting Regime?

Should India Retain The Inflation Targeting Regime?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

The best way for India to prepare is by preserving and strengthening the RBI's hard-won credibility, point out Rajeswari Sengupta and Vaishali Garga.

Govt ready to discuss SIR in RS as Opposition protests

Govt ready to discuss SIR in RS as Opposition protests

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government is ready to discuss the special intensive revision of electoral rolls, but cautioned the Opposition against setting timelines. This comes after the Opposition demanded an immediate discussion on the matter, citing concerns over the safety of BLOs and the importance of the issue for democracy.

Sexual assault: Absconding Kerala Cong MLA's flat searched

Sexual assault: Absconding Kerala Cong MLA's flat searched

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Two police teams have been conducting the search to collect evidence at his apartment in Kunathurmedu since morning, officials said.

Cong is like Hindu religion, says Telangana CM; BJP reacts

Cong is like Hindu religion, says Telangana CM; BJP reacts

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

"How many gods are there for Hindus? Three crores? There is Hanuman for those who are not married. There is another god for those who marry twice," Reddy said.

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Macroeconomic data, global market trends and trading activity of foreign investors will be the key drivers for dictating market sentiment this week, analysts said. "This week, volatility may increase ahead of the November derivatives expiry. Domestically, markets will track several high-impact macro releases, including Q2 GDP data and industrial production.

Back in rhythm, Gayatri-Treesa eye top-10 spot

Back in rhythm, Gayatri-Treesa eye top-10 spot

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Title defence in Lucknow boosts Gayatri-Treesa's push back to world top 10

How Dharmendra Whisked Hema Malini Away From Jeetendra

How Dharmendra Whisked Hema Malini Away From Jeetendra

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Hema's father couldn't contain his rage and almost physically pushed Dharmendra out of the house. 'Why don't you get out of my daughter's life? You are a married man, you can't marry my daughter,' he repeatedly yelled. But a pleading, helplessly sentimental and slightly inebriated Dharam could not be budged.

Guwahati Test: How India Can Fight Back On Day 3

Guwahati Test: How India Can Fight Back On Day 3

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Spin great Anil Kumble believes India can fight their way back into the second Test in Guwahati with a strong showing with the bat on the third and fourth days.

Cheated, misled, and financially wronged by IndiGo's refund

Cheated, misled, and financially wronged by IndiGo's refund

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

'IndiGo abruptly cancelled our Kolkata-Purnea flight citing bad weather, despite clear conditions and another airline operating the same route, causing severe inconvenience.'

'India Reasserting Control Over Digital Economy'

'India Reasserting Control Over Digital Economy'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'What we are seeing today is India stepping into its digital confidence, not as a follower but a leader.'

Equity Mutual Funds Break All Records

Equity Mutual Funds Break All Records

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

'The day is not too far when the share of MFs alone will be greater than that of foreign institutional investors.'

Modi inaugurates space startup, unveils orbital rocket Vikram-1

Modi inaugurates space startup, unveils orbital rocket Vikram-1

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Skyroot's Infinity Campus, highlighting government reforms and the rise of private space companies in India. He also unveiled the company's first orbital rocket, Vikram-I.

'Nehru did vote chori', Shah defends SIR; Oppn walks out

'Nehru did vote chori', Shah defends SIR; Oppn walks out

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday challenged Home Minister Amit Shah to debate with him on his three press conferences in which the Congress leader alleged 'vote chori' by the Bharatiya Janata Party in collusion with the Election Commission.