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Digital Economy to Contribute 20% to India's GDP by 2030

Digital Economy to Contribute 20% to India's GDP by 2030

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

India's digital economy is projected to constitute nearly 20 per cent of the nation's GDP by 2030, fuelled by a growth rate twice as fast as the overall economy, according to a senior government official.

Twisha Sharma Death: Family Wants Detailed Second Autopsy

Twisha Sharma Death: Family Wants Detailed Second Autopsy

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The family of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, who died allegedly due to dowry harassment, has requested a thorough second post-mortem examination by AIIMS Delhi, raising concerns about the initial autopsy and seeking clarity on the cause of death.

Why A Second Autopsy Was Ordered In Twisha Sharma Case

Why A Second Autopsy Was Ordered In Twisha Sharma Case

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi has started a second autopsy of former model and actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following a request from her family who allege inadequacies in the initial post-mortem.

Mumbai civic polls: Mahayuti woos voters with AI, free bus travel for women

Mumbai civic polls: Mahayuti woos voters with AI, free bus travel for women

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

The Mahayuti alliance has released its manifesto for the upcoming Mumbai civic elections, promising technology-led governance, concessions for women, and addressing issues like illegal immigration and infrastructure.

Deloitte India and IIT Bombay Collaborate to Advance Quantum Technology

Deloitte India and IIT Bombay Collaborate to Advance Quantum Technology

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Deloitte India has partnered with IIT Bombay to launch a Quantum Technology Centre, aiming to accelerate quantum adoption, research, and enterprise use-cases for Indian businesses.

Nashik TCS officer denied bail over inaction on sexual harassment complaint

Nashik TCS officer denied bail over inaction on sexual harassment complaint

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A Nashik court has denied bail to a TCS site head, Ashwini Chainani, in a sexual harassment and conversion case, citing her failure to act on the victim's complaints. The court also rejected bail for other accused individuals in the case.

Paramotor Digital Tech Files For IPO Under Sebi's Pre-Filing Route

Paramotor Digital Tech Files For IPO Under Sebi's Pre-Filing Route

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Fintech and enterprise technology firm Paramotor Digital Technology Ltd has confidentially filed draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO). The company submitted its draft papers under Sebi's pre-filing route, which allows issuers to keep details related to the issue size and other key information confidential until a later stage.

Lucknow University Professor Arrested For Allegedly Leaking Exam Paper

Lucknow University Professor Arrested For Allegedly Leaking Exam Paper

Rediff.com16 May 2026

An assistant professor at the University of Lucknow has been arrested after allegedly making inappropriate phone calls to a female student and claiming to have leaked examination papers.

Odisha Couple Assault Case: More Arrests Made

Odisha Couple Assault Case: More Arrests Made

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Police in Odisha have made further arrests in connection with the assault on a couple in Berhampur, after a video of the attack went viral on social media.

Maharashtra CM Announces Medals for Anti-Naxal Unit, Focus on Digitisation

Maharashtra CM Announces Medals for Anti-Naxal Unit, Focus on Digitisation

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced medals for personnel in the C-60 anti-Naxal unit and outlined plans for police digitisation and technology adoption.

Why Siddaramaiah Wants A Supreme Court Bench In South India

Why Siddaramaiah Wants A Supreme Court Bench In South India

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has called for the establishment of a Supreme Court bench in South India to improve accessibility to justice. Speaking at a conference on Artificial Intelligence in the judiciary, he also highlighted the need to address algorithmic bias and ensure judicial independence in the age of AI.

How Godman Used Black Magic To Extort Millions: ED Probe

How Godman Used Black Magic To Extort Millions: ED Probe

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat, accused of portraying himself as Lord Shiva and using black magic to extort money from victims, has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate.

Twisha Sharma Death: AIIMS Team Conducts Second Post Mortem

Twisha Sharma Death: AIIMS Team Conducts Second Post Mortem

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi completed the second post mortem of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following concerns raised by her family regarding the initial autopsy and allegations of dowry harassment.

TCS Makes 25,000 Fresher Offers

TCS Makes 25,000 Fresher Offers

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

These offers provide some relief to engineering students impacted by the uptake in artificial intelligence (AI) tools.

Fit India Sundays Marks Commonwealth Games Day With Cycling Event

Fit India Sundays Marks Commonwealth Games Day With Cycling Event

Rediff.com24 May 2026

The 75th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle drew massive participation across more than 8,000 locations nationwide as the initiative commemorated Commonwealth Games Day and built momentum towards the historic 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.

How SIS Plans To Achieve Rs 20,000 Crore Revenue Target

How SIS Plans To Achieve Rs 20,000 Crore Revenue Target

Rediff.com3 May 2026

SIS Ltd, a security and facility management services provider, aims to cross Rs 20,000 crore in revenue by FY27, driven by strong double-digit growth, expansion of its service network, and a simplified regulatory framework under new labour codes, said its Group Managing Director Rituraj Sinha.

Delhi Court Criticises Police For Bypassing Arrest Rules

Delhi Court Criticises Police For Bypassing Arrest Rules

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A Delhi court has criticised the Delhi Police for arresting a murder accused from Bihar without obtaining transit remand, calling it an attempt to circumvent legal safeguards.

NTT DATA, Ericsson Join Forces on Private 5G

NTT DATA, Ericsson Join Forces on Private 5G

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

NTT DATA and Ericsson have announced a multi-year partnership to promote the adoption of private 5G networks and develop advanced edge AI applications for enterprises.

Mankind taps OpenAI to institutionalise AI in ops

Mankind taps OpenAI to institutionalise AI in ops

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Delhi-based pharma major Mankind Pharma on Wednesday announced a collaboration with OpenAI to institutionalise artificial intelligence (AI) across its value chain, making it one of the first few Indian pharmaceutical companies to fully integrate advanced AI into its core operations.

UDF Government To Prioritise Ernakulam's Development

UDF Government To Prioritise Ernakulam's Development

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Ernakulam DCC president Mohammed Shiyas criticised the previous LDF government's neglect of the district and expressed optimism for development under the UDF regime, citing sufficient representation in the state cabinet and a focus on addressing key issues.

IBM Can Realise ROI On AI Within 24 Months, If...

IBM Can Realise ROI On AI Within 24 Months, If...

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Streamlining enterprise data, having an AI policy, reskilling people, and cultural transformation have been cited by experts as key.

Sheffield University Backs Greener Aviation With Sustainable Fuel Testing

Sheffield University Backs Greener Aviation With Sustainable Fuel Testing

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The University of Sheffield has announced a major milestone in the push for greener aviation as it produces its first report from testing a new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The research is helping support the faster rollout of low-carbon jet fuels.

Himachal Police Crackdown: 19 Drug Traffickers Detained

Himachal Police Crackdown: 19 Drug Traffickers Detained

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Himachal Pradesh Police detained 19 habitual drug traffickers under the PIT-NDPS Act as part of an intensified crackdown on narcotics trade, particularly involving chitta (smack) and heroin.

TCS employee Nida Khan denied pre-arrest bail in conversion case

TCS employee Nida Khan denied pre-arrest bail in conversion case

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A court in Nashik rejected the anticipatory bail application of Nida Khan, an accused in a case related to alleged sexual harassment and forcible religious conversion at the Nashik unit of TCS.

TCS Employees Remanded In Custody Over Conversion Allegations

TCS Employees Remanded In Custody Over Conversion Allegations

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A court in Nashik, Maharashtra, has remanded four Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employees to judicial custody until May 18 in connection with allegations of religious conversion and sexual harassment of colleagues.

AIIMS Team Performs Second Autopsy In Twisha Sharma Death Case

AIIMS Team Performs Second Autopsy In Twisha Sharma Death Case

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi has begun a second autopsy of former model and actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following a Madhya Pradesh High Court order. The family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while the in-laws claim drug addiction. The family has raised concerns about the initial post-mortem and seeks a thorough investigation.

J&K Authorities Demolish Illegal Drug Structures In Samba

J&K Authorities Demolish Illegal Drug Structures In Samba

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district demolished 33 illegal structures used for drug-related activities, as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan'.

NPCI Bhim Aims To Double Market Share

NPCI Bhim Aims To Double Market Share

Rediff.com20 May 2026

NPCI BHIM Services Ltd is expanding the BHIM app to feature phones to increase financial inclusion and diversify revenue through financial product distribution. The app aims to double its market share and is focusing on partnerships with banks and new features like UPI Circle.

TCS Harassment Case: Nida Khan In Police Custody Until May 11

TCS Harassment Case: Nida Khan In Police Custody Until May 11

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A Nashik court has remanded Nida Khan, an accused in the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) sexual harassment and religious coercion case, in police custody until May 11. Khan, a TCS employee, was arrested after being on the run since the case emerged.

AIIMS Team Conducts Second Autopsy On Model Twisha Sharma

AIIMS Team Conducts Second Autopsy On Model Twisha Sharma

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi completed the second postmortem of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following her death on May 12. Her family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while her in-laws claim she suffered from drug addiction.

How Badminton's New Scoring System Will Impact Players: Sindhu Explains

How Badminton's New Scoring System Will Impact Players: Sindhu Explains

Rediff.com15 May 2026

PV Sindhu believes badminton's new 15-point scoring format will favour attacking players but will also be physically and mentally demanding. The BWF's approved system will be implemented from January 2027.

Odisha Lynching Case: More Arrests Made

Odisha Lynching Case: More Arrests Made

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Six more people have been arrested in connection with the lynching of a GRP constable in Odisha's Khurda district, bringing the total number of arrests to 11. The constable was accused of attempting to rape a woman, and his father alleges police involvement in the assault.

UPI Transactions Surge To 22.35 Billion In April

UPI Transactions Surge To 22.35 Billion In April

Rediff.com4 May 2026

UPI transactions reached 22.35 billion in April, marking a 25 per cent increase compared to April 2025. UPI now accounts for 85 per cent of all digital transactions in India and is live in eight countries.

India's Reliance On Strait Of Hormuz Exceeds Global Average

India's Reliance On Strait Of Hormuz Exceeds Global Average

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

'The West Asia or the Gulf crisis has shown that what we develop as national infrastructure when things are not as bad as they could be, we forget to plan for adversities.'

X blocks 3,500 posts, deletes 600 accounts after Grok AI row

X blocks 3,500 posts, deletes 600 accounts after Grok AI row

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

X has accepted its mistake, and said it will comply with Indian laws, sources said, adding that in future, the platform will not allow obscene imagery.

Intel, Tata in JV to make, assemble semiconductors in India

Intel, Tata in JV to make, assemble semiconductors in India

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

US-based chip maker Intel has signed an agreement with Tata Group to manufacture and assemble semiconductors in India for the local market, the Indian conglomerate said on Monday.

India's 10-Year Plan To Become A Sporting Powerhouse

India's 10-Year Plan To Become A Sporting Powerhouse

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya emphasised the importance of executing the country's 10-year roadmap to become a global sporting powerhouse during the Chintan Shivir held in Srinagar. The event saw participation from state sports ministers and eminent sports personalities, focusing on active implementation and grassroots development.

Bengaluru Police Crackdown: 36 Crore Worth Of Drugs Seized

Bengaluru Police Crackdown: 36 Crore Worth Of Drugs Seized

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Bengaluru police have seized drugs worth over 36 crore and arrested 16 people, including four foreign nationals, in recent operations, according to Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara.

Illegal Structures Of AIMIM Corporator Demolished

Illegal Structures Of AIMIM Corporator Demolished

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Authorities in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar demolished illegal constructions belonging to AIMIM corporator Matin Patel, who is accused of harbouring Nida Khan, wanted in connection with a Nashik TCS case.

India Inc Battles Rising Gulf War Costs

India Inc Battles Rising Gulf War Costs

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Companies are already diversifying sourcing, raising prices, and reworking operating models as the disruption drags on.