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Tata Power Powers India's Data Centre Boom

Tata Power Powers India's Data Centre Boom

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Tata Power is positioning itself as a key partner in India's rapidly expanding data centre ecosystem, with a significant opportunity pipeline across renewable energy, transmission, and distribution. The company is broadening its offerings to include comprehensive solutions like powered land and grid connectivity, actively supporting hyperscalers and AI-ready digital infrastructure, particularly in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

India's Biggest Stock Market Booms And Busts

India's Biggest Stock Market Booms And Busts

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

'Every period of excessive optimism eventually gives way to a correction, while periods of extreme pessimism often create the best investment opportunities.'

India-Pakistan showdown drives World Cup ticket boom, draws 1 lakh-plus applications

India-Pakistan showdown drives World Cup ticket boom, draws 1 lakh-plus applications

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has received over one million ticket applications for the ODI World Cup 2027, with the India vs. Pakistan match being the most sought-after, attracting over 100,000 applications. Other high-demand matches include South Africa vs. India and India vs. Australia. The tournament will be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia from October 2 to November 21 next year.

How Genrobotics Is Taking Its Expertise From Manholes To Space

How Genrobotics Is Taking Its Expertise From Manholes To Space

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Keralam-based Genrobotics Innovations, known for its Bandicoot robots used in hazardous underground environments, has secured a project from ISRO's U R Rao Satellite Centre. The company will develop a high-precision articulated boom arm system for satellite missions, marking its entry into advanced aerospace engineering and contributing to India's commercial space programme.

MLA Kelkar Blames Thane's Redevelopment For Rising Crime

MLA Kelkar Blames Thane's Redevelopment For Rising Crime

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

BJP MLA Sanjay Kelkar has attributed the rise in crime in Thane to the booming real estate sector, particularly redevelopment and cluster development projects. His statement follows the murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar, highlighting concerns about anti-social elements emerging amidst rapid urbanisation.

Skilling India For 35 Crore New Jobs By 2030

Skilling India For 35 Crore New Jobs By 2030

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's manufacturing and services sectors are set to create over 35 crore new jobs by 2030, necessitating urgent skilling and industry-academia collaboration. Key sectors like automotive, logistics, telecom, clean energy, and textiles will drive this growth, highlighting the need for competency-driven learning to prepare the workforce.

Boom in EV two-wheeler demand creates supply bottleneck in India

Boom in EV two-wheeler demand creates supply bottleneck in India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

India's electric two-wheeler market has seen record penetration, exceeding 11.2 per cent, driven by crude oil price fluctuations. This surge has led to an unexpected crisis for Indian OEMs, with unfulfilled customer demand reaching 20-30 per cent and average waiting periods exceeding four weeks, a situation expected to intensify during the upcoming festival season.

Passenger Vehicle Exports Fall 17% in August Amid Domestic Sales Boom

Passenger Vehicle Exports Fall 17% in August Amid Domestic Sales Boom

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

India's passenger vehicle (PV) exports saw a 17 per cent year-on-year decline in August, contrasting sharply with a 36.5 per cent surge in domestic dispatches, which reached a record high for the month as automakers prepared for the festive season.

French Major Thales Eyes India's Booming Aviation Sector For Growth

French Major Thales Eyes India's Booming Aviation Sector For Growth

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

French aerospace and defence major Thales views India as a highly dynamic market for avionics, with significant growth potential as Indian airlines expand their fleets. The company, which has a substantial presence and MRO facilities in India, is also exploring opportunities to replicate India-developed solutions globally and sees increased use of AI in development.

Temasek looks to cash in on IPL boom as investor race heats up

Temasek looks to cash in on IPL boom as investor race heats up

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Temasek is exploring investment opportunities in India's booming IPL cricket league, a senior executive told Reuters, making the Singapore state investor the latest player to target one of the world's richest sports tournaments.

The Big Boom In Gold Loans

The Big Boom In Gold Loans

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Gold loans accounted for 41 per cent of retail loan disbursements in FY26, up sharply from 18 per cent in FY23 and 20 per cent in FY24.

Marc Faber: 'India Is In A Bear Market'

Marc Faber: 'India Is In A Bear Market'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'The Indian market has struggled over the past two years.' 'It peaked in September 2024, and although it has moved up and down since then, investors have not really made money.'

Has India Fallen Out Of Love With Weight-Loss Drugs?

Has India Fallen Out Of Love With Weight-Loss Drugs?

Rediff.com3 days ago

More patients can now afford semaglutide, but the early excitement around the drug is fading.

Nifty 50 trails Asian peers: What's holding back Indian equities?

Nifty 50 trails Asian peers: What's holding back Indian equities?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian equities, particularly the Nifty 50, have significantly underperformed their Asian and global counterparts over the past year, with the index down 10.6 per cent. This lag is attributed to factors like rising global oil prices, rupee depreciation, and a lack of participation in the global chipmaker rally that boosted markets like South Korea and Taiwan.

Civil Aviation Minister Highlights Immense Opportunities For MSMEs In India's Booming Aviation Sector

Civil Aviation Minister Highlights Immense Opportunities For MSMEs In India's Booming Aviation Sector

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu announced significant opportunities for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) within India's rapidly expanding aviation sector. With Indian airlines ordering over 1,600 aircraft and the aerospace market projected to double by 2035, there's a massive scope for Indian suppliers to integrate into global aerospace supply chains, moving beyond assembly to design and manufacturing.

West Indies' India tour a huge confidence booster: Chanderpaul

West Indies' India tour a huge confidence booster: Chanderpaul

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former West Indies skipper Shivnarine Chanderpaul believes the team's strong performance against India in white-ball cricket will significantly boost their confidence. He hopes this momentum translates into success in Test cricket, acknowledging their recent struggles but seeing a spark. Chanderpaul praised Shai Hope's leadership and batting, and discussed the balance between T20 freelancing and the enduring challenge of Test cricket.

Jailer 2 Review: Rajinikanth Fanboy Fun With Flawed Villains

Jailer 2 Review: Rajinikanth Fanboy Fun With Flawed Villains

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Rajinikanth brings the swagger, Nelson delivers the whistles, but Jailer 2's predictable plot and underwhelming villains keep this fanboy extravaganza from becoming anything more than a familiar celebration of Thalaivar's aura.

Bravo's warning to bowlers: 500-run ODI totals could be next

Bravo's warning to bowlers: 500-run ODI totals could be next

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Dwayne Bravo says ODI cricket could soon see 500-run totals as batters dominate, while Chris Gayle welcomes the fearless approach of the new generation.

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian IT stocks have experienced their most significant weekly surge in 18 years, with the Nifty IT index climbing 11.72 per cent, as a global sell-off in AI-linked equities redirected investor attention towards India's IT services sector. This shift aligns with a JP Morgan report identifying India as a 'natural AI hedge' due to its large, liquid market and strong domestic institutional investor base.

Used-Car Sales Set to Surge 15 per cent This Festive Season

Used-Car Sales Set to Surge 15 per cent This Festive Season

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

More than 40 per cent of Cars24's sales are now linked to rural registration and transport office (RTO) locations, although procurement remains concentrated in urban markets.

9 Fastest-Growing Millionaire Cities

9 Fastest-Growing Millionaire Cities

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Where are the world's new millionaires choosing to live?

Sensex Plunges 1,045 Points, Nifty Hits 52-Week Low Amid FII Selling, RBI Tightening

Sensex Plunges 1,045 Points, Nifty Hits 52-Week Low Amid FII Selling, RBI Tightening

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The Indian stock market experienced a significant downturn, with the Sensex crashing over 1,000 points and the Nifty hitting a fresh 52-week low, driven by sustained selling from foreign institutional investors, the RBI's monetary policy tightening, and elevated Brent crude prices.

How India Is Poised To Become A Global Semiconductor Powerhouse

How India Is Poised To Become A Global Semiconductor Powerhouse

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

India is strategically positioned to develop a robust domestic semiconductor ecosystem, driven by increasing electronics consumption, strong government support through incentives, and a global shift in supply chains. Boston Consulting Group Managing Director Ankush Wadhera highlights India's potential as a safe haven for investments, with the AI boom further fuelling demand for advanced chips. The nation aims to expand its capabilities across the entire semiconductor value chain, attracting significant global and domestic investments.

Sept IPO Fundraising Highest In CY26

Sept IPO Fundraising Highest In CY26

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Indian IPO market recorded its highest monthly fundraising in September, with 34 mainboard companies raising 39,309 crore, despite a significant decline in the Nifty 50 index.

Tempsens Instruments India sets new record for mainboard IPO listing gains in CY26

Tempsens Instruments India sets new record for mainboard IPO listing gains in CY26

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Tempsens Instruments India has emerged as the strongest mainboard IPO debutant of calendar year 2026 so far, delivering a 95.55 per cent gain on its listing day, surpassing all previous top performers and contributing to August being the strongest month for listing gains this year.

Motown turns boom town in July, PV sales see 34.3% growth

Motown turns boom town in July, PV sales see 34.3% growth

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

With passenger vehicles (PVs), two-wheelers and three-wheelers registering double-digit growth, manufacturers raise production as the industry enters the festival season.

Mumbai coastal road sparks Rs 6,000 cr luxury housing boom

Mumbai coastal road sparks Rs 6,000 cr luxury housing boom

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Mumbai's coastal luxury residential redevelopment pipeline is valued at approximately 6,000 crore, with 75-80 projects expected to launch over the next eight to nine quarters, driven by improved infrastructure and demand for waterfront living.

'Monetary Policy Can Bring Inflation To The Target'

'Monetary Policy Can Bring Inflation To The Target'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

'In fact, when monetary policy has been deployed, it does not distinguish between types of shocks. It goes straight for the kill.'

India's BoP pressure to remain a challenge, says Chief Economic Advisor

India's BoP pressure to remain a challenge, says Chief Economic Advisor

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

India's Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran stated that the country's balance of payments (BoP) pressure is expected to remain a continuous challenge due to rising imports, commodity dependence, high global interest rates, and intense competition for capital.

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Hyundai Motor India is set to outpace the broader passenger vehicle market, projecting an 8-10 per cent domestic sales growth in H2FY27, fueled by strategic launches of a new mid-size SUV and a dedicated electric vehicle, alongside increased production capacity.

Private Sector Capex Rises 7% in FY25, Govt Spending Slows

Private Sector Capex Rises 7% in FY25, Govt Spending Slows

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Private corporations in India invested approximately 30.3 trillion in fixed assets during FY25, marking a 7 per cent increase from the previous year, according to the statistics ministry. This growth in private capital expenditure contrasts with a slowdown in government capital spending.

Geopolitical Tensions, Rising Oil Prices Drag Down Indian IT Stocks

Geopolitical Tensions, Rising Oil Prices Drag Down Indian IT Stocks

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Indian information technology (IT) stocks, led by Infosys, experienced a significant selloff, dragging the Nifty to a two-month low, primarily due to escalating West Asian tensions pushing crude oil prices higher, and concerns over upcoming large IPOs diverting funds from secondary markets. The sector is also grappling with the long-term implications of AI disruption.

Why Foreign Investors Are Missing India's Real Story

Why Foreign Investors Are Missing India's Real Story

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

If India does get $100 billion a year in FDI, it would be a game-changer in every possible way. FPIs would come rushing back, AI or no AI, points out Debashis Basu.

Golden double by Jefferson-Wooden, Bednarek at Ultimate Athletics

Golden double by Jefferson-Wooden, Bednarek at Ultimate Athletics

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Americans Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek secured double sprint gold at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, each winning the 100m and 200m titles and a $300,000 jackpot. Jefferson-Wooden's 200m time of 21.47 seconds made her the third fastest woman in history, while Bednarek, known as "Kung Fu Kenny," dominated the men's 200m. The event, designed for television, drew sellout crowds and featured other star athletes like Gianmarco Tamberi and Mondo Duplantis, with World Athletics president Sebastian Coe noting its potential for future Olympic and World Championship elements.

80s Trend Turns Nostalgia Into Memory

80s Trend Turns Nostalgia Into Memory

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

The retro hair, the vintage clothing, that's not the real charm of these images. It's the ability to look at a screen and create the one thing modern technology has never been able to give us: the tactile, imperfect feeling of memory, points out Kaleem Ullah Fasihi.

AI boom reshapes global equity markets, India slips to sixth place

AI boom reshapes global equity markets, India slips to sixth place

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The global artificial intelligence (AI) boom has significantly reshaped equity markets, with Taiwan surpassing India to become the world's fifth-largest stock market. India has seen its market capitalisation decline by 7% year-to-date, while AI-linked economies like Taiwan and South Korea have surged.

'Not looking to sell the game to India': Cricket Australia allows private investment in Big Bash League

'Not looking to sell the game to India': Cricket Australia allows private investment in Big Bash League

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Cricket Australia has announced that private investment will be introduced into the Big Bash League (BBL) from the 2027-28 season, beginning with the sale of the Melbourne Renegades T20 franchise, a move aimed at strengthening the league's long-term future and boosting finances.

Rybakina whips Osaka; is one win from world No. 1 ranking

Rybakina whips Osaka; is one win from world No. 1 ranking

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Elena Rybakina defeated Naomi Osaka 6-1, 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals of the US Open, moving closer to her third Grand Slam title and potentially the world number one ranking.

'Let's do this for the US': Shelton eyes history

'Let's do this for the US': Shelton eyes history

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe in an electric U.S. Open semi-final, setting up a title clash with Alexander Zverev. Shelton's victory marks a significant moment for American men's tennis, as he aims to become the first American Grand Slam champion since 2003 and the first Black American man to reach the U.S. Open final since Arthur Ashe in 1972.

Indonesian Airports Reopen After Anak Krakatau Eruption

Indonesian Airports Reopen After Anak Krakatau Eruption

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Indonesia's main airport in Jakarta, Soekarno-Hatta international airport, has resumed operations after a two-day closure caused by volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau, with winds pushing the ash away from the airport's airspace.