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Scheduled international flights to resume from Dec 15

Scheduled international flights to resume from Dec 15

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Scheduled international flights have been suspended in India since March 23 last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Will Aamir Play 26/11 Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam?

Will Aamir Play 26/11 Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Ashutosh Gowariker is all set to direct Kantara actor Rishab Shetty in a Hindi-Kannada bi-lingual based on a historical figure.

Sensex slumps 483 points amid Israel conflict

Sensex slumps 483 points amid Israel conflict

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Mahindra & Mahindra was the top laggard in the Sensex pack, sliding 2.05 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, Tata Steel, SBI, Asian Paints, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Titan. However, IT majors HCL Technologies and TCS defied the trend and gained 1.02 per cent and 0.47 per cent, respectively. FMCG firm Hindustan Unilever rose 0.32 per cent.

Markets end in red on profit-booking by investors

Markets end in red on profit-booking by investors

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Among the Sensex firms, IndusInd Bank, Maruti, Titan, Reliance Industries, NTPC, Mahindra & Mahindra, Larsen & Toubro, Kotak Mahindra Bank and HDFC Bank were the major laggards. UltraTech Cement, JSW Steel, Axis Bank, Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro and ITC were the major gainers.

Sensex, Nifty settle lower amid weak global markets

Sensex, Nifty settle lower amid weak global markets

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Benchmark BSE Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Wednesday, dragged down by losses in banking stocks amid weak global market trends. The 30-share Sensex declined by 168.08 points or 0.28 per cent to settle at 59,028.91. During the day, it fell 474.1 points or 0.80 per cent to 58,722.89. The broader NSE Nifty dipped 31.20 points or 0.18 per cent to 17,624.40.

Losses in index majors drag Sensex down by 314 points

Losses in index majors drag Sensex down by 314 points

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Axis Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding around 2 per cent, followed by Reliance Industries, Kotak Bank, Bharti Airtel, Titan, Dr Reddy's and M&M. NSE Nifty fell by 100.55 points to 17,898.65.

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

A look at some of India's best victories over Pakistan in ICC tournaments.

Mr Tata Never Forgot His Ethics, Values

Mr Tata Never Forgot His Ethics, Values

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

This was a man who like Buddha transformed himself into achieving the impossible and being an inspiration for many generations to come, says business thinker Mudit Jain.

Aishwarya's HOTTEST ramp appearance? VOTE!

Aishwarya's HOTTEST ramp appearance? VOTE!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Who'd in their right minds would ever say no to seeing this stunner on the ramp more?!

Nifty slides below 17K; Sensex sheds 344 points

Nifty slides below 17K; Sensex sheds 344 points

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

IndusInd Bank was the biggest loser in the Sensex pack, shedding nearly 2 per cent, followed by Bharti Airtel, Reliance Industries, HDFC twins, SBI, HUL, Tata Motors, Nestle India and Axis Bank. On the other hand, Asian Paints, Tata Steel, Titan and L&T were among the gainers, rising up to 3.03 per cent.

Selling in IT stocks pull Sensex down by 65 points

Selling in IT stocks pull Sensex down by 65 points

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Profit taking in Bajaj Finance, Nestle, Kotak Bank, SBI, Bharti Airtel L&T and Asian Paints also weighed on the benchmark index. Maruti bucked the trend by gaining 1.73 per cent after strong retails sales in September. Power Grid, M&M. JSW Steel and Tata Steel also advanced.

Pakistan legend Zaheer Abbas in ICU after testing COVID positive

Pakistan legend Zaheer Abbas in ICU after testing COVID positive

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Abbas had contracted COVID-19 while travelling from Dubai to London.

Market mayhem: Investors poorer by Rs 7.59 lakh crore

Market mayhem: Investors poorer by Rs 7.59 lakh crore

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Investors' wealth eroded by Rs 7.59 lakh crore on Monday as the equity market took a heavy drubbing amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The 30-share BSE Sensex plunged 825.74 points or 1.26 per cent to settle at 64,571.88 points. During the day, the index plummeted 894.94 points or 1.36 per cent to 64,502.68 points.

Investors poorer by over Rs 6.18 lakh crore

Investors poorer by over Rs 6.18 lakh crore

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Investors have become poorer by over Rs 6.18 lakh crore as markets took a heavy beating on Friday. The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 1,093.22 points or 1.82 per cent to settle at 58,840.79. During the day, it tumbled 1,246.84 points or 2 per cent to 58,687.17.

IN PHOTOS: The unique glimpses from India-II

IN PHOTOS: The unique glimpses from India-II

Rediff.com15 Jun 2011

In this concluding part of a two part series, we present another collection of unusual images telling unique stories about India.

'He Was Always The Same Old Ratan'

'He Was Always The Same Old Ratan'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

'Ratan had the quality that JRD and Russi Mody had -- they could walk with kings and never lose the common touch.'

Scindia pitches for international aviation hub in India

Scindia pitches for international aviation hub in India

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said there needs to be anchor airlines at particular airports, more wide body aircraft as well as synergy between domestic and international departures to have an international aviation hub in India. The country's civil aviation sector is on the recovery path after being hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic and is projected to have 400 million air travellers in the coming years. "We are in the growth phase and there are tremendous opportunities on the airlines and airports side," Scindia said.

Investors' wealth plunges Rs 8.30 lakh crore in 6 trading sessions

Investors' wealth plunges Rs 8.30 lakh crore in 6 trading sessions

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Stock market investors became poorer by Rs 8.30 lakh crore as equities continued their slide for the sixth consecutive day on Friday. The BSE Sensex has tumbled 1,855.58 points or 3 per cent since February 16. During this period, the combined market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms has tanked Rs 8,30,322.61 crore to reach Rs 2,60,00,662.99 crore. "The domestic market is broadly demonstrating a lack of confidence, registering its sixth consecutive day of losses despite global markets turning green.

Sensex ends 112 points lower in volatile trading

Sensex ends 112 points lower in volatile trading

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

HDFC Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding nearly 2 per cent, followed by HDFC, Bajaj Finance, NTPC, Maruti, Kotak Bank and PowerGrid. The NSE Nifty fell 24.30 points to 18,044.25.

Sensex pares gains to settle over 100 points lower

Sensex pares gains to settle over 100 points lower

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Benchmark BSE Sensex on Tuesday gave up intra-day gains to close lower by a little over 100 points on emergence of fag-end selling in FMCG, banking and IT stocks and weak opening in European stock markets. The 30-share BSE index declined 100.42 points or 0.19 per cent to settle at 53,134.35. During the day, it jumped 631.16 points or 1.18 per cent to 53,865.93.

Stock markets to remain open on Budget day

Stock markets to remain open on Budget day

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

The decision has been taken following requests made in this regard by market participants as Budget contains several market-moving announcements.

'Something that brings goosebumps even after so many years'

'Something that brings goosebumps even after so many years'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

'The joy of winning the World Cup cannot be compared with any amount of money!'

Mumbai's CR local train services affected

Mumbai's CR local train services affected

Rediff.com26 Oct 2009

Mumbai's Central Railway motormen go on strike

Investors' wealth falls by Rs 2.39 lakh cr as markets sink

Investors' wealth falls by Rs 2.39 lakh cr as markets sink

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Investors' wealth fell by Rs 2.39 lakh crore on Monday in line with a weak trend in the global equity markets. The BSE Sensex tanked 861.25 points or 1.46 per cent to settle at 57,972.62. During the day, it tumbled 1,466.4 points or 2.49 per cent to 57,367.47.

BCCI to conduct full domestic season in 2021-22

BCCI to conduct full domestic season in 2021-22

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

The BCCI will conduct all its domestic tournaments across age-groups with the coveted Ranji Trophy, starting on November 16, being the marquee event among the 2127 matches scheduled for 2021-22 season.

Sensex tumbles over 430 pts on profit-booking

Sensex tumbles over 430 pts on profit-booking

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Equity benchmark Sensex dropped over 430 points on Tuesday as investors booked profits in banking and financial stocks after sharp gains in the previous session. Investor focus returned to the Russia-Ukraine war and rising oil prices, traders said. The 30-share BSE gauge ended 435.24 points or 0.72 per cent lower at 60,176.50.

Sensex, Nifty end in red once again

Sensex, Nifty end in red once again

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Bajaj Finserv was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding over 3 per cent, followed by Maruti, Bharti Airtel, Asian Paints, Bajaj Finance and HDFC.

New virus variant spooks markets; Sensex plunges 1,688 points

New virus variant spooks markets; Sensex plunges 1,688 points

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

IndusInd Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, tanking over 6 per cent, followed by Maruti, Tata Steel, NTPC, Bajaj Finance, HDFC and Titan. NSE Nifty plunged 509.80 points to 17,026.45.

Selling pressure in financials drag Sensex down 355 points

Selling pressure in financials drag Sensex down 355 points

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

IndusInd Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding over 3 per cent, followed by Tata Steel, NTPC, Bharti Airtel, HCL Tech, ICICI Bank, M&M and HDFC Bank. NSE Nifty fell 120.30 points to 15,632.10.

Sensex succumbs to late sell-off, ends 77 pts lower

Sensex succumbs to late sell-off, ends 77 pts lower

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

The Sensex was pulled lower mainly by Maruti, Tech Mahindra, PowerGrid, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and SBI -- which suffered losses to the tune of 3 per cent.

Investors' wealth plummets over Rs 6.80 lakh cr in 3 days

Investors' wealth plummets over Rs 6.80 lakh cr in 3 days

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Investors' wealth has eroded by over Rs 680,441 crore in three days of market fall amid weak global trends and muted domestic sentiments. Extending its losses for the third straight day, BSE benchmark Sensex on Thursday finished below the 60,000-level, weighed by hectic selling in IT, energy and finance stocks amid a sell-off in European equities. The index has lost 1,844.29 points in three sessions.

Markets in bear hug; Sensex, Nifty end in red

Markets in bear hug; Sensex, Nifty end in red

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

PowerGrid was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding around 3 per cent, followed by Asian Paints, Axis Bank, Kotak Bank, Bajaj Auto, SBI and M&M.

RIL, Infy lift D-Street; Sensex up 77 pts to close at new peak

RIL, Infy lift D-Street; Sensex up 77 pts to close at new peak

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Reliance Industries was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 1.5 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, ONGC, Infosys, PowerGrid, L&T and IndusInd Bank. NSE Nifty advanced 12.50 points to its fresh record of 15,811.85.

Investors lose over Rs 11.45 lakh cr in two days

Investors lose over Rs 11.45 lakh cr in two days

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

Investors have lost a hefty Rs 11,45,267.43 crore in two days as the domestic equity market continued to face severe drubbing amid a global selloff. The BSE benchmark Sensex plunged 1,189.73 points or 2.09 per cent to close at 55,822.01 on Monday. During the day, it tanked 1,879.06 points to 55,132.68.

Saqlain Mushtaq to help England spinners tackle Pak batsmen

Saqlain Mushtaq to help England spinners tackle Pak batsmen

Rediff.com29 May 2016

Former Pakistan Test cricketer Saqlain Mushtaq has agreed to a 10-day spell with England as their spin-bowling consultant for the upcoming series against Pakistan.

Former SC judge Saran appointed BCCI ethics officer

Former SC judge Saran appointed BCCI ethics officer

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

Vineet Saran, 65, is a former Chief Justice of Odisha High Court, and also served as a judge in Karnataka and Allahabad High Court.

Sensex drops 171 points; Nifty ends below 11,300

Sensex drops 171 points; Nifty ends below 11,300

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

SBI was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding over 4 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finserv, Axis Bank, ONGC, ITC, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance, Kotak Bank and HDFC Bank.

Sensex, Nifty end lower on deficit concerns

Sensex, Nifty end lower on deficit concerns

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

The 50-share NSE Nifty also ended down 12.85 points, or 0.12 per cent, at 10,477.90. Intra-day, it shuttled between 10,534.55 and 10,460.45.

Sensex, Nifty end lower on deficit concerns

Sensex, Nifty end lower on deficit concerns

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

The 50-share NSE Nifty also ended down 12.85 points, or 0.12 per cent, at 10,477.90. Intra-day, it shuttled between 10,534.55 and 10,460.45.

DGCA issues new draft rules for in-flight Wi-Fi

DGCA issues new draft rules for in-flight Wi-Fi

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

As per the new guidelines, internet services will be provided on the device's flight mode and will be available 10,000 feet above sea level or before arrival or after departure.