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RIL Flags 'Extreme Volatility' Risks from West Asia Conflict, Silent on Jio IPO

RIL Flags 'Extreme Volatility' Risks from West Asia Conflict, Silent on Jio IPO

Rediff.com1 days ago

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has expressed caution regarding 'extreme volatility' risks stemming from the West Asian conflict, which could impact global oil demand and the company's margins, while also noting that near-term retail consumption demand may remain sensitive to macro conditions. Chairman Mukesh Ambani, in the annual report, remained silent on the timeline for Jio Platforms' anticipated public listing, stating the group will 'continue to evaluate strategic pathways'.

Op Sindoor: 'Pakistan Was Completely Blind'

Op Sindoor: 'Pakistan Was Completely Blind'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'We won not (only) because we were able to carry out long-range precision strikes.' 'That is, of course, one of the reasons but we had better situational awareness about what's happening than Pakistan.'

MY Bharat Youth Convention To Feature Top Sports Stars

MY Bharat Youth Convention To Feature Top Sports Stars

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is organising a MY Bharat Youth Convention in New Delhi, featuring prominent sports personalities and bringing together over 6,000 young participants. The event aims to felicitate emerging talent in sports, entrepreneurship, governance, and content creation.

'Mamata Banerjee's Comeback Is Impossible'

'Mamata Banerjee's Comeback Is Impossible'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Mamata was more feared than loved, and in politics when people start fearing you then they start hating you.' 'So Mamata's comeback now is impossible.'

AFC And AIFF Hold Crucial Talks On ISL Future And Governance

AFC And AIFF Hold Crucial Talks On ISL Future And Governance

Rediff.com1 days ago

Senior officials from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and the All India Football Federation (AIFF) met in New Delhi to discuss key issues including the Indian Super League (ISL), the AIFF's Constitution, and compliance with the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. The AFC assured AIFF of continued support for Indian football.

RBI raises FY27 inflation forecast to 5.1% on higher fuel pricescosts

RBI raises FY27 inflation forecast to 5.1% on higher fuel pricescosts

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India has increased its retail inflation projection for 2026-27 to 5.1 per cent, up from an earlier estimate of 4.6 per cent. This revision is primarily attributed to mounting input costs, driven by the pass-through of higher global energy prices to domestic petrol and diesel rates, which have seen significant increases since May.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty Climb in Early Trade

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty Climb in Early Trade

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian stock market benchmarks, Sensex and Nifty, saw gains in early trading, driven by anticipation surrounding the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy decision, despite mixed global cues and significant FII outflows.

SC Sets Boundaries for Court AI

SC Sets Boundaries for Court AI

Rediff.com1 days ago

If AI-generated material is found to be 'false, fabricated, misleading or inaccurate', the person filing it will be accountable and cannot cite the AI-generated nature of the material as a defence.

TCS case: Victim 'forced' to watch videos of Islamic clerics

TCS case: Victim 'forced' to watch videos of Islamic clerics

Rediff.com2 days ago

The videos were shown so that the woman could learn about Islam, she said in her statement, which is part of the chargesheet submitted in a Nashik court last week.

Rajouri Terror Hunt Enters Day 14

Rajouri Terror Hunt Enters Day 14

Rediff.com1 days ago

Security forces have been searching Rajouri's dense forests for ten days following intelligence about suspected terrorists hiding in the area.

Saba Karim On Kohli's Assured 2027 World Cup Spot And Rohit's Fitness Challenge

Saba Karim On Kohli's Assured 2027 World Cup Spot And Rohit's Fitness Challenge

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former cricketer and selector Saba Karim discusses the prospects of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the 2027 ODI World Cup, highlighting Kohli's assured spot due to fitness and performance, while Rohit needs to prove himself. Karim also praises Kohli's multi-format adaptability and addresses Rishabh Pant's struggles in white-ball cricket.

Defence Commanders Get Bigger Financial Powers

Defence Commanders Get Bigger Financial Powers

Rediff.com2 days ago

Army, Navy and Air Force commanders received enhanced powers to address urgent operational requirements quickly.

Crucial NRAI Trials Underway For Asian Games, World Cup Squads

Crucial NRAI Trials Underway For Asian Games, World Cup Squads

Rediff.com1 days ago

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) is conducting selection trials in Dehradun from June 6-10 for rifle and pistol shooters. These trials are crucial for selecting the Indian squad for the upcoming ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou and the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, with top shooters vying for limited spots.

Dug Dug Review: A Brilliant Satire

Dug Dug Review: A Brilliant Satire

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Ritwik Pareek's debut feature film, Dug Dug, offers a brilliant satirical and philosophical exploration of the fine line between faith and foolhardiness, observes Sukanya Verma.

Bengal lunches probe into Abhishek Banerjee-linked Diamond Harbour FC

Bengal lunches probe into Abhishek Banerjee-linked Diamond Harbour FC

Rediff.com1 days ago

West Bengal Sports Minister Nisith Pramanik has announced an investigation into Diamond Harbour FC, a football club linked to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee. The probe will examine complaints regarding the club's formation, funding sources, expenditure, and alleged illegal occupation of training grounds. The Sports department is collaborating with the Indian Football Association on the inquiry.

Former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola replaces Arne Slot at Liverpool

Former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola replaces Arne Slot at Liverpool

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola will take over as Liverpool's manager on a two-year deal, the Premier League club said on Thursday.

FIR Against NSI Director, Others For Mass Tree Felling

FIR Against NSI Director, Others For Mass Tree Felling

Rediff.com2 days ago

An FIR has been registered against five individuals, including the Director of the National Sugar Institute (NSI) in Kanpur, for the alleged illegal felling and uprooting of over 600 trees on the institute's campus without proper permission. The investigation is ongoing, with officials finding evidence of extensive tree cutting over several months.

French Open: Chwalinska shocks Shnaider, sets up Andreeva clash

French Open: Chwalinska shocks Shnaider, sets up Andreeva clash

Rediff.com2 days ago

Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska continued her fairytale run with a 76(4), 64 win over Diana Shnaider on Thursday, reaching her maiden Grand Slam final at the French Open and booking a title showdown with Russian Mirra Andreeva.

Sachin Yadav Finishes Eighth In Diamond League Debut

Sachin Yadav Finishes Eighth In Diamond League Debut

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian javelin thrower Sachin Yadav finished eighth in his Diamond League debut in Rome with a throw of 79.18m, significantly below his personal best. Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won the event with a historic 92.62m throw, the second longest by an Asian.

Constitution expert Subhash Kashyap passes away

Constitution expert Subhash Kashyap passes away

Rediff.com2 days ago

Author of over 100 books, he served as the secretary general of Lok Sabha from 1983 to 1990.

Shreyas Iyer set to replace Suryakumar as T20 captain; Tilak Varma to be his deputy

Shreyas Iyer set to replace Suryakumar as T20 captain; Tilak Varma to be his deputy

Rediff.com2 days ago

India are set to make a leadership change in T20 internationals, with Shreyas Iyer likely to replace Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Tilak Varma expected to become vice-captain, according to BCCI sources.

How Organ Donation Gave A Teenager A New Lease On Life

How Organ Donation Gave A Teenager A New Lease On Life

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A 14-year-old boy with end-stage heart failure received a life-saving heart transplant after the family of an Indian Army officer's wife, who was declared brain dead, consented to organ donation at Command Hospital, Chandimandir.

Now, dissent brews in TMC rebel camp over Mamata's role

Now, dissent brews in TMC rebel camp over Mamata's role

Rediff.com2 days ago

The divergent voices emerged after a meeting of the rebel legislature bloc led by newly recognised Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, exposing the delicate balancing act facing the dissidents as they seek to distance themselves from party MP Abhishek Banerjee while retaining their political and emotional association with the TMC founder.

Gurugram Man Strangles Wife After Phone Call Argument

Gurugram Man Strangles Wife After Phone Call Argument

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man in Gurugram allegedly strangled his wife to death with her scarf following an argument over a phone call, while their four children were asleep. The accused husband has since fled, and police are conducting a manhunt.

Gurugram Man Strangles Wife After Phone Call Argument

Gurugram Man Strangles Wife After Phone Call Argument

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man in Gurugram allegedly strangled his wife to death with her scarf following an argument over a phone call, while their four children were asleep. The accused husband has since fled, and police are conducting a manhunt.

Mumbai Police Arrest Teen For Temple Donation Box Theft

Mumbai Police Arrest Teen For Temple Donation Box Theft

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mumbai police have arrested a 19-year-old man for allegedly stealing Rs 60,000 from a donation box at the Laxmi Narayan temple in Kandivali West. His associate remains at large, and police investigations involved tracking the accused's travel routes.

Stumper-batter KS Bharat hangs up gloves, thanks Kohli, Rohit

Stumper-batter KS Bharat hangs up gloves, thanks Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com2 days ago

India wicketkeeper-batter Kona Srikar Bharat has announced his retirement from international cricket after playing seven Tests for the country. The 32-year-old debuted in 2023 and played his last Test a year later, scoring 221 runs. He also holds the record for the first triple century by a wicketkeeper-batter in Ranji Trophy.

Gurugram Man Arrested For Murdering Brother Over Alcohol Dispute

Gurugram Man Arrested For Murdering Brother Over Alcohol Dispute

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 23-year-old man, Aman, has been arrested in Gurugram for allegedly murdering his elder brother, Ashish, following an argument about Ashish's drinking habit. The incident occurred on May 31, and Aman confessed to striking his brother with a brick and a spade.

Cong councillor who refused to sing Vande Mataram denied bail

Cong councillor who refused to sing Vande Mataram denied bail

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Indore court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Congress councilor Fauzia Sheikh Alim, who is accused of refusing to sing 'Vande Mataram' during a municipal corporation meeting, citing a prima facie case under BNS section 196(1).

Delhi fire: Trip to see ailing relative turns fatal for 3

Delhi fire: Trip to see ailing relative turns fatal for 3

Rediff.com2 days ago

A routine visit to Delhi turned into a devastating tragedy for a Rajasthan family, losing three members along with five Gurugram relatives in the Malviya Nagar guest house fire. The incident, which claimed 21 lives, highlights severe safety lapses at the five-floor building.

Mirra Andreeva crushes Marta Kostyuk, storms into maiden Grand Slam final

Mirra Andreeva crushes Marta Kostyuk, storms into maiden Grand Slam final

Rediff.com2 days ago

Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva powered into her maiden Grand Slam final with a ruthless 6-1 6-3 victory over Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk in a politically charged French Open semifinal on Thursday.

DMK to boycott INDIA meet, to sit separately in Lok Sabha

DMK to boycott INDIA meet, to sit separately in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is reportedly set to skip the upcoming INDIA bloc meeting in New Delhi, signalling a growing rift with the Congress party. This development follows a political realignment in Tamil Nadu where Congress allied with the TVK, leading to the end of its long-standing cooperation with the DMK and a request for separate seating in the Lok Sabha.

Man Accused Of Religious Conversion Assaulted, Arrested In Alwar

Man Accused Of Religious Conversion Assaulted, Arrested In Alwar

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man in Alwar, Rajasthan, accused of religious conversion activities, was arrested after being allegedly assaulted by members of a right-wing organisation. Police are investigating both the alleged conversion and the assault, with religious literature and a video of the incident being examined as evidence.

Delhi fire: Another Malviya Nagar property under lens

Delhi fire: Another Malviya Nagar property under lens

Rediff.com2 days ago

Following a fatal fire at Flourish Stay B&B in Malviya Nagar that killed 21, another property linked to the owner has been discovered, revealing a labyrinthine basement with cramped rooms, extensive wooden panelling, and severe fire safety concerns, including lack of ventilation and unauthorised construction.

Business Rivalry Led To Kurukshetra Mining Contractor Attack

Business Rivalry Led To Kurukshetra Mining Contractor Attack

Rediff.com2 days ago

Four individuals, including the alleged mastermind, have been arrested in connection with the attempted murder of mining contractor Sunil Bhatia in Shahabad, Kurukshetra. Police investigations reveal the attack stemmed from a long-standing business rivalry and involved a pre-planned conspiracy with hired assailants who conducted extensive surveillance before shooting Bhatia on May 31.

Major Drug Bust In Pulwama: Three Peddlers Arrested

Major Drug Bust In Pulwama: Three Peddlers Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Pulwama district have arrested three drug peddlers and recovered 8.5 grams of a heroin-like substance from their possession. The arrests were made as part of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, with a case registered and further investigation underway.

Allahabad High Court Slams Police, Magistrate Over Minor's Illegal Detention

Allahabad High Court Slams Police, Magistrate Over Minor's Illegal Detention

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench ordered the immediate release of a minor, criticising the police and a judicial magistrate for illegally detaining him without verifying his age and failing to follow Supreme Court guidelines on juvenile justice. The court has sought affidavits from the officials involved.

Police Investigate Unidentified Body Found In Khajuri Khas Drain

Police Investigate Unidentified Body Found In Khajuri Khas Drain

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in northeast Delhi's Khajuri Khas area discovered the body of an unidentified man, aged 45-50, in a drain. Forensic teams collected evidence, and the body has been sent for post-mortem as investigations continue.

Tollygunge Extortion Racket: Former Minister's Brother Arrested

Tollygunge Extortion Racket: Former Minister's Brother Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Swarup Biswas, brother of former West Bengal sports minister Arup Biswas, has been arrested in connection with an alleged extortion racket targeting the Tollygunge film and television industry. The arrest followed a complaint from a makeup artist who was allegedly asked for money for employment and threatened. Police are investigating multiple allegations of extortion and criminal intimidation, with protests erupting outside the police station following his arrest.

Tollygunge Extortion Racket: Former Minister's Brother Arrested

Tollygunge Extortion Racket: Former Minister's Brother Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Swarup Biswas, brother of former West Bengal sports minister Arup Biswas, has been arrested in connection with an alleged extortion racket targeting the Tollygunge film and television industry. The arrest followed a complaint from a makeup artist who was allegedly asked for money for employment and threatened. Police are investigating multiple allegations of extortion and criminal intimidation, with protests erupting outside the police station following his arrest.