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Belagavi Unveils Giant Khadi Tiranga

Belagavi Unveils Giant Khadi Tiranga

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The world's second-largest khadi Tricolour was unveiled at the Suvarna Soudha in Belagavi on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

After 54 Years Humans Head To The Moon

After 54 Years Humans Head To The Moon

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

For the first time, there will be an Indian connection to a crewed Moon mission.

Berners-Lee Pushes Data Control For India

Berners-Lee Pushes Data Control For India

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'India is advanced in that everybody has an ID. But behind that (digital) ID (Aadhaar), you don't have a place where you can share information between each other,' says Tim Berners-Lee.

India-US Deal Shields Farmers

India-US Deal Shields Farmers

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

New Delhi will substantially reduce tariffs on industrial and agricultural goods while continuing to protect sensitive sectors. Tariffs on some agricultural products that are not traditionally considered sensitive will be brought down to zero, while in the case of relatively sensitive items, duties will be reduced in a graded manner and quotas will be imposed.

Lalu Visits Estranged Son's Home For Makar Sankranti

Lalu Visits Estranged Son's Home For Makar Sankranti

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

'I am not angry with my son. He will always have my blessings. Tej Pratap will now stay with the family.'

Cheers! Kingfisher rolls out Smooth for beer aficionados

Cheers! Kingfisher rolls out Smooth for beer aficionados

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

The new beer's rollout has begun in Rajasthan. Under a phased expansion strategy, Karnataka is expected to follow, with more states to be added based on early response.

Budget Gets a New Address

Budget Gets a New Address

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Nirmala Sitharaman moved into her Kartavya Bhavan office on October 2, in time to get the work on the Budget 2026-2027 going.

Mumbai rains: BJP's Ashish Shelar blames Shiv Sena-UBT

Mumbai rains: BJP's Ashish Shelar blames Shiv Sena-UBT

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Maharashtra Minister Ashish Shelar has accused the Shiv Sena (UBT) of mismanaging the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), alleging that the opposition party and contractors misappropriated funds for the BRIMSTOWAD drainage system and Mithi River cleaning. Shelar claimed that the Sena (UBT) and BMC contractors looted Mumbai and did not complete the BRIMSTOWAD project work in 25 years, which could have saved Mumbai from flooding. He also alleged that Rs 1,000 crores were spent by the BMC on bogus Mithi River cleaning. Shelar's accusations come amidst heavy rainfall in Mumbai, which has exacerbated the city's monsoon woes. The incomplete BRIMSTOWAD project and inadequate desilting of nullahs have drawn criticism for the city's unpreparedness.

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

From the USA to UAE, Canada to Italy, Indian-origin cricketers will represent associate nations at the T20 World Cup. Meet the Desis chasing global glory at a home away from home.

The Khata Peeta Bollywood Quiz

The Khata Peeta Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

India-EU FTA: 'Mother Of All Deals': Goyal

India-EU FTA: 'Mother Of All Deals': Goyal

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Both India and the EU are likely to announce a conclusion of trade talks on January 27.

Forex Reserves See Sharp Weekly Fall

Forex Reserves See Sharp Weekly Fall

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The previous largest weekly decline was recorded in the week ended November 15, 2024.

When Amit Shah Decided To Lunch In Parliament Canteen

When Amit Shah Decided To Lunch In Parliament Canteen

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

It's not every day that Union Home Minister Amit A Shah forsakes lunch sent from his home and eats lunch in the Parliament canteen.

Imran Khan's Sisters Protest Outside Adiala Jail

Imran Khan's Sisters Protest Outside Adiala Jail

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Imran Khan's sisters Uzma Khan and Aleema Khan staged a protest outside the Adiala jail in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, citing serious concerns over the former Pakistan prime minister's health and security.

Vijay Is Back In TN After Karur Stampede

Vijay Is Back In TN After Karur Stampede

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Months after 41 people died in a stampede at his rally in Karur, hitting pause on his political plans, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Founder and Tamil movie star Vijay returned to political rallies in Tamil Nadu on Thursday, December 17, 2025, with a rally in Erode.

Kaziranga's Golden Tigers Roar On Global Stage

Kaziranga's Golden Tigers Roar On Global Stage

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Golden tigers -- also known as strawberry tigers -- owe their pale-gold coats and faint stripes to a rare genetic mutation.

Take This COOL Bollywood Quiz!

Take This COOL Bollywood Quiz!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Can You Solve The Dhurandhar Jigsaw Puzzle?

Can You Solve The Dhurandhar Jigsaw Puzzle?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Solve this fun jigsaw puzzle, taken from a memorable scene in the film.

Karan Fries: India's New Dairy Powerhouse

Karan Fries: India's New Dairy Powerhouse

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Karan Fries is a synthetic cow breed developed by the National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal.

When Satya Met Modi...

When Satya Met Modi...

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella met Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the second time this year.

Satya's visit was focused on India's AI roadmap, backed by a $17.5 billion commitment for infrastructure and skill-building.

ISRO Fails To Place Spy Satellite In Orbit

ISRO Fails To Place Spy Satellite In Orbit

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Based on the broadcast visuals, a rocket expert said the failure appeared similar to the anomaly seen during the PSLV-C61 mission.

Tamil Nadu bets big on India's first full-stack sovereign AI park

Tamil Nadu bets big on India's first full-stack sovereign AI park

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The sovereign AI park will be a first-of-its-kind, purpose-built district in India, integrating AI compute infrastructure, secure data frameworks, model research labs, and AI innovation clusters, along with a dedicated institute for AI in governance.

Q3 revenue miss keeps Trent on back foot

Q3 revenue miss keeps Trent on back foot

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Shares of apparel retail major Trent fell over 8.6 per cent to ~4,048 apiece at the close of trade on Tuesday. Trading near its 52-week low, the stock has shed about 43 per cent over the past year. Sentiment around the Tata group company weakened after it reported lower than expected revenue for the third quarter (October-December/Q3) of 2025-26 (FY26). Brokerages expect the stock to remain under pressure in the near term.

Where Hiring Will Take Place In 2026

Where Hiring Will Take Place In 2026

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'Headcount expansion is more likely in revenue-linked and product-critical teams than in broad based hiring.'

Corporate Commutes The Next Big Market for Uber

Corporate Commutes The Next Big Market for Uber

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

'It's a very, very large opportunity -- not just for India, but even for Uber globally.'

RBI Eyes Zero-Fraud Payments

RBI Eyes Zero-Fraud Payments

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

The amount involved in banking system frauds surged to Rs 21,515 crore in the first half of FY26, up 30 per cent from the same period last year, even as the number of frauds fell 2.8 times to 5,092.

The Biker Dadis Of Ahmedabad

The Biker Dadis Of Ahmedabad

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Mandakini Shah, 87, and her sibling, Ushaben, 84, have become local stars since they started riding through Ahmedabad on their scooter

Battles To Do Your Household Chores

Battles To Do Your Household Chores

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

'Instant home services act as an on-demand household support system, bridging the gap between informal domestic help and structured service platforms,'

Kashi-Style Makeover Planned for Bhoramdeo

Kashi-Style Makeover Planned for Bhoramdeo

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Nestled in the mountain ranges of Kabirdham district, Bhoramdeo has an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, about 125 km from Raipur.

Assam CM To BJP Workers: Don't Be Overconfident

Assam CM To BJP Workers: Don't Be Overconfident

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Himanta Biswa pointed out that it was 'too early' for surveys to accurately capture the electoral mood, as several key developments vis-a-vis seat-sharing arrangements among NDA partners are yet to be finalised.

Equity MF Inflows Dip As Redemptions Spike

Equity MF Inflows Dip As Redemptions Spike

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

2025 marked a shift in investor preference when it comes to MF schemes.

Bajaj Chetak Takes the Slow Road To Global Reach

Bajaj Chetak Takes the Slow Road To Global Reach

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Bajaj Auto is planning a slow, calibrated push to take the Chetak, its electric scooter, to more than 100 countries on the strength of its distributor network and market-specific localisation rather than an aggressive global rollout, reports Sohini Das.

Mercedes-Benz Hits Speed Bump In 2025, Vows To Stay Course

Mercedes-Benz Hits Speed Bump In 2025, Vows To Stay Course

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Despite a 2.8 per cent fall in 2025 volumes, Mercedes-Benz India reported its best-ever revenue and profitability, led by top-end models, AMG growth and higher BEV mix.

Can You Ace This Workplace Quiz?

Can You Ace This Workplace Quiz?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Do you know the difference between quiet quitting and 'The Great Resignation?' Play this quiz and tell us how clued in you are with the latest workplace lingo.

Gold, Silver ETFs Cross Rs 2 Trillion AUM

Gold, Silver ETFs Cross Rs 2 Trillion AUM

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Gold ETFs attracted around Rs 11,700 crore, the highest in a calendar month.

India's First Paperless District Court

India's First Paperless District Court

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

The integration of artificial AI-based judicial assistance tools into the district court management framework has accompanied the shift.

Ranji Trophy: MP trounce Maharashtra, enter quarters

Ranji Trophy: MP trounce Maharashtra, enter quarters

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Ranji Trophy: MP enter quarterfinals; Saurashtra on brink of qualification

Jamwal stuns Shiva as Nikhat, Lovlina cruise at boxing nationals

Jamwal stuns Shiva as Nikhat, Lovlina cruise at boxing nationals

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The 23-year-old Jamwal registered a comprehensive unanimous decision victory over Assam's Shiva, underlining his emergence from the shadow of his senior compatriot.

Can You Solve The Saiyaara Jigsaw Puzzle?

Can You Solve The Saiyaara Jigsaw Puzzle?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Solve this fun jigsaw puzzle, taken from a memorable scene in the film.

Bangladesh Telecast Ban Won't Hurt IPL

Bangladesh Telecast Ban Won't Hurt IPL

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

According to experts, the ban will not result in revenue loss for the BCCI or the IPL broadcasters.