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Housing sales dip 1% last year in top 8 cities: Knight Frank

Housing sales dip 1% last year in top 8 cities: Knight Frank

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Housing sales fell 1 per cent last year to over 3.48 lakh units across eight major cities, with demand stagnating amid an average price rise of up to 19 per cent, according to Knight Frank. In a virtual press conference on Wednesday, real estate consultant Knight Frank India noted that the decline in interest rates on home loans, strong economic growth and lower inflation were some of the key factors that helped in sustaining the housing demand during the 2025 calendar year despite fears of an impending correction.

IPL Auction: 'KKR will surely target Cameron Green'

IPL Auction: 'KKR will surely target Cameron Green'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan feels Australia all-rounder Cameron Green will attract strong interest from teams like Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings at Tuesday's Indian Premier League 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi.

'I Don't Want To Let Down The Economy...'

'I Don't Want To Let Down The Economy...'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

'This Budget has a one-year agenda, which you can call the sprint, and the marathon is towards Viksit Bharat.'

IndiGo cancels 562 flights from 6 metro airports

IndiGo cancels 562 flights from 6 metro airports

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Rahul Bhatia-controlled domestic carrier IndiGo on Monday cancelled 562 flights from six metro airports, with 150 cancellations originating from Bengaluru airport alone, according to sources.

'Ami KKR': Cameron Green's first message after IPL auction

'Ami KKR': Cameron Green's first message after IPL auction

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Green has so far played 29 matches in the IPL to aggregate 707 runs and take 16 wickets.

'There Was Chaos At Every Gate'

'There Was Chaos At Every Gate'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Flyers faced a double blow as air fares on Air India flights out of Delhi and those of SpiceJet soared past Rs 1 lakh one-way on some routes, and even those showed 'sold out' despite the airlines adding capacity.

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,'

SEE: Sarfaraz 'lucky to have chance to play with Mahi Bhai'

SEE: Sarfaraz 'lucky to have chance to play with Mahi Bhai'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Sarfaraz last featured in the IPL in 2023, turning out for Delhi Capitals in a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He failed to attract bidders in the auctions that followed, despite consistently strong returns in domestic cricket.

What's behind Balaji's exclusion from Davis Cup squad

What's behind Balaji's exclusion from Davis Cup squad

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Balaji is core member of team, can be considered for next tie: Rajpal

IPL auction: CSK buy Sarfaraz, Shaw picked by DC for Rs 75 lakh

IPL auction: CSK buy Sarfaraz, Shaw picked by DC for Rs 75 lakh

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Seasoned South African opener Quinton de Kock returned to his old base Mumbai Indians for a base price of Rs 1 crore.

ISRO to build third launch pad in Shriharikota for heavier satellites

ISRO to build third launch pad in Shriharikota for heavier satellites

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

ISRO is developing a third launch pad at Shriharikota to accommodate heavier satellites and next-generation launch vehicles. The new facility will support both crewed and uncrewed missions.

PIX: Navi Mumbai airport sees first arrivals, departures

PIX: Navi Mumbai airport sees first arrivals, departures

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Nearly three decades after the ambitious project was first conceived to decongest the existing airport in the financial capital, the greenfield Navi Mumbai International Airport became a reality on Thursday as an IndiGo Airbus A320 from Bengaluru landed on the tarmac at 8 am amid a traditional water cannon salute.

IndiGo saga continues; 422 flights from 6 metros cancelled

IndiGo saga continues; 422 flights from 6 metros cancelled

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The Gurugram-based carrier, which commands over 65 per cent of India's total domestic traffic, had cancelled over 560 flights from six metro airports alone on Monday.

Bishnoi ready to rock alongside Jadeja for Royals

Bishnoi ready to rock alongside Jadeja for Royals

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Indian leg-spinner, whose base price was Rs 2 crore, was sold to Rajasthan Royals for a whopping Rs 7.4 crore at the Indian Premier League 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

Why CSK splurged Rs 28.4cr on Kartik and Prashant

Why CSK splurged Rs 28.4cr on Kartik and Prashant

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Uncapped Indian wicketkeeper-batter Kartik Sharma was sold to five-time champions CSK for a whopping price of Rs 14.2 crore during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction on Tuesday.

Dhoni's CSK suite: 24x7 open, food and shisha!

Dhoni's CSK suite: 24x7 open, food and shisha!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Michael Hussey shared a heart-warming insight into Mahendra Singh Dhoni's mindset on how the Chennai Super Kings legend calms young Indian players in the high-pressure Indian Premier League.

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

While big buys grabbed attention, several franchises quietly walked away with proven performers at throwaway prices -- the kind of signings that often make the difference between mid-table finishes and title runs.

Shane Watson joins KKR as assistant coach for IPL 2026

Shane Watson joins KKR as assistant coach for IPL 2026

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Shane Watson enjoyed a stellar IPL career spanning 12 years from 2008-2020, having played for Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings.

'Dictatorial style' reason for Harendra's resignation?

'Dictatorial style' reason for Harendra's resignation?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Players' complaints on 'outdated and dictatorial' coaching style led to Harendra's resignation

Leasing of retail spaces in malls, high streets up 15% this year

Leasing of retail spaces in malls, high streets up 15% this year

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Leasing of retail space in shopping malls and high streets across India's top eight cities is estimated to rise 15 per cent to nearly 9 million sq ft this year on increased supply amid high demand from retailers, according to Cushman & Wakefield. The leasing of retail spaces stood at 7.8 million sq ft in 2024.

How Operation Sindoor Hurt IPL's Brand Value

How Operation Sindoor Hurt IPL's Brand Value

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Indian Premier League's overall brand value declined by 20 per cent to $9.6 billion in 2025 due to lost momentum in the league caused by tensions between India and Pakistan, and teams adjusting to their squad composition post the auction.

IPL 2025: Check Out The Revised Schedule

IPL 2025: Check Out The Revised Schedule

Rediff.com26 May 2025

The revised schedule of IPL 2025.

'Dhoni Won't Be 'Keeper At CSK'

'Dhoni Won't Be 'Keeper At CSK'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Anil Kumble believes fans may have already seen the last of M S Dhoni behind the stumps, hinting that the Chennai Super Kings icon may not don the gloves in IPL 2026.

MI's 'Homage' Bid for Cam Green at IPL Auction Explained

MI's 'Homage' Bid for Cam Green at IPL Auction Explained

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

For Mumbai Indians, the brief bid was about sentiment as much as strategy.

Why Green Won't Get More Than Rs 18 Cr

Why Green Won't Get More Than Rs 18 Cr

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Cameron Green is tipped to surpass fellow-Australian Mitchell Starc (Rs 24.75 crore) and command the highest price by an overseas player but he won't take home more than Rs 18 crore.

Big bucks for Green, Indians cash in at IPL 2026 Auction

Big bucks for Green, Indians cash in at IPL 2026 Auction

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction saw some foreign names earning big bucks, headlined by Aussie all-rounder Cameron Green

Du Plessis pulls out of IPL 2026 auction; to play in PSL

Du Plessis pulls out of IPL 2026 auction; to play in PSL

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has pulled out of next month's IPL 2026 auction and will instead play in the Pakistan Super League.

Green to set off bidding war at IPL Auction

Green to set off bidding war at IPL Auction

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Pace bowling all-rounders always come at a premium and therefore, the troika of Green, Venkatesh Iyer and West Indies' Jason Holder, all coming at the highest base price of Rs 2 crore (US$220,000), are set to headline the bidding war.

White-collar hiring picks up pace in Nov; grows 23% y-o-y

White-collar hiring picks up pace in Nov; grows 23% y-o-y

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

White collar hiring in November has surged by 23 per cent, mainly led by non-IT sectors such as education, real estate, hospitality and travel, and insurance, says a report. October had registered a 9 per cent year-on-year decline in hiring due to advancement of Diwali dates this year while in November it rebounded with a 23 per cent growth, according to the Naukri JobSpeak Index report.

Uncapped Indians Rake In Big Bucks

Uncapped Indians Rake In Big Bucks

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Uncapped players who cashed in at the IPL auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

Where The Deadly Cough Syrup Was Made

Where The Deadly Cough Syrup Was Made

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Sandwiched between a Hero MotoCorp showroom and a shop that hires out cooking utensils is a small, dingy building that's been locked up. The non-descript two-room building is a manufacturing unit of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the pharma company made its Coldriff cough syrup that has allegedly killed 25 children in Madhya Pradesh.

India focus at Jr WC: Respect opponents, execute plans

India focus at Jr WC: Respect opponents, execute plans

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Sreejesh accepted that there are a few grey areas which came to light during the recent runners-up finish at the Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia.

'Sensex Captures Changing Structure Of Economy'

'Sensex Captures Changing Structure Of Economy'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

'Only four or five original companies remain; the rest have been replaced every decade as sectors evolve or leadership shifts.' 'Companies that fail to adapt -- like many textile mills from the 1970s and shipping firms from the 1980s -- disappear.' 'Benchmark indices reward those who reinvent themselves in line with economic demands.'

Why Delhi Capitals didn't retain Faf du Plessis

Why Delhi Capitals didn't retain Faf du Plessis

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Delhi Capitals' head coach Hemang Badani said they want to move towards a younger and more aggressive option aligned with the team's style of play.

'Dehradun Police Wanted To Protect The Killers'

'Dehradun Police Wanted To Protect The Killers'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

'The worst part is that after the attack on December 9, the Dehradun police refused to register an FIR for the murder.'

Players Who Missed India's T20 World Cup Squad

Players Who Missed India's T20 World Cup Squad

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

India's T20 World Cup squad had space for only 15, but the pool of quality options ran far deeper. The consequence was inevitable: several players with genuine claims were left on the outside, the unlucky ones who narrowly missed the cut.

IPL 2026 Auction: Stars To Watch Out For

IPL 2026 Auction: Stars To Watch Out For

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The IPL 2026 auction is gearing up for a blockbuster showdown, with 350 players fighting for just 77 spots including 31 overseas berths in what promises to be one of the most competitive bidding wars yet.

Software updates completed for 338 A320 planes in India

Software updates completed for 338 A320 planes in India

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

As many as 338 A320 family aircraft operated by Indian airlines require the software upgrade to address a potential issue related to flight controls, and modifications have been carried out in more than half of the affected fleet, according to DGCA data.

Green headlines IPL 2026 auction list; Maxwell misses out

Green headlines IPL 2026 auction list; Maxwell misses out

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Cameron Green's versatility -- the ability to bat anywhere in the order, bowl seam and contribute with superb fielding -- makes him one of the most sought-after names in this year's IPL auction.

Balaji, Bollipalli fetch top bids at TPL auction

Balaji, Bollipalli fetch top bids at TPL auction

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Led by marquee player Tomas Martin Etcheverry, the GS Delhi Aces added Belgium's Sofia Costoulas for Rs 11 lakh as well as the doubles specialist Jeevan Neduncheziyan for Rs 6 lakh.