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Kareena, Aamir Add Glamour To Red Sea Festival

Kareena, Aamir Add Glamour To Red Sea Festival

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

The fourth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival saw Bollywood folk add a lot of glamour in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Meet the man behind CoinDCX, India's first crypto unicorn

Meet the man behind CoinDCX, India's first crypto unicorn

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

A large part of the work that CEO Sumit Gupta does is focused on educating users and the larger community about investing in cryptocurrencies, reports Neha Alawadhi.

Gold set to extend record run; may hit Rs 90,000 in 2025

Gold set to extend record run; may hit Rs 90,000 in 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Gold, a safe-haven bet, is likely to continue its record-smashing journey in the New Year, rising to Rs 85,000 per 10 grams and even Rs 90,000 level in domestic markets if geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainties continue.

Govt all set to introduce Rs 20 coins

Govt all set to introduce Rs 20 coins

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

The face of the new Rs 20 coin shall bear the 'Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar' with 'Satyameva Jayate' inscribed below.

Candidate pays his poll deposit in Rs 10 coins

Candidate pays his poll deposit in Rs 10 coins

Rediff.com5 Oct 2019

Santosh Sabde, who is contesting as independent from the central Maharashtra town, said Election Commission officials on Friday were hesitant to accept the deposit in coins, but "acquiesced eventually".

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

The eulogies will pour for Ustad Zakir Hussain. There will be those who recount his genius, his enterprise, his achievements, his grace, and his charm. I have no selfies or autographs to remember him by, but I will never forget his most generous and gracious gift to me -- one day in heaven, among the celestial ensemble of Indian music.

Bitcoin Rallies: Time To Book Profits?

Bitcoin Rallies: Time To Book Profits?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Only investors with knowledge of cryptocurrencies, long-term conviction, and a long horizon should invest in this asset class.

Will It Be Congress Out, BJP In For DMK?

Will It Be Congress Out, BJP In For DMK?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The BJP's strategy seem to be to wean away allies from the Congress, in Dravidian Tamil Nadu, and maybe later in UP, Bihar and elsewhere, though in slow doses, but without wooing them into a new alliance. The idea seems to be only to weaken the INDIA bloc from within -- and leaving it at that, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Buying Property? Read This

Buying Property? Read This

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

'Assess the property in terms of type, size, location and price point, and whether it fits into your budget.' 'If it checks out on these fronts, one may consider the accompanying offers.'

Global Chess: Nakamura surprises Anand in key contest

Global Chess: Nakamura surprises Anand in key contest

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

The American Gambits scored a crucial victory against the Ganges Grandmasters in the opening round of day four of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League on Sunday. Hikaru Nakamura and Elisabeth Paehtz lead the winning charge for the American Gambits.

Federer to have Swiss coin minted in his honour

Federer to have Swiss coin minted in his honour

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

Roger Federer is regarded by many as the greatest tennis player ever and is a national hero in Switzerland.

Why I hoard coins

Why I hoard coins

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

'The childhood urge to amass wealth may account for one's inexplicable urge to stockpile change, for there is nothing more gratifying than to lift a box heavy with one's treasure, more satisfying somehow than all the zeroes the Kochhars, Modis and Mallyas appear to have allegedly scammed our banks over,' says Kishore Singh.

Crypto Scams! How To Keep Your Assets Safe

Crypto Scams! How To Keep Your Assets Safe

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

A single security lapse could lead to complete wipe out of your crypto assets in seconds, with no recovery in sight, warns Nikhil Sethi.

Global Chess League: Players embrace 'franchise' format

Global Chess League: Players embrace 'franchise' format

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Five-time world champions Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen played out a draw in the top duel of the opening day as the second edition of the Global Chess League began with players from around the world squaring off in London on Thursday.

Ahead of mid-term polls, Trump coins slogan in Hindi

Ahead of mid-term polls, Trump coins slogan in Hindi

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

"Bharat and America sabse achhe dost" Trump is seen rehearsing and saying in a video released by the Republican Hindu Coalition.

GCL: Firouzja beats Nakamura as Triveni Kings record big win

GCL: Firouzja beats Nakamura as Triveni Kings record big win

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

The coin toss gave the Alaskan Knights the white pieces, with 20 minutes per player on the clock -- 40 minutes are alloted a match.

Global Chess: Carlsen beaten by clock, Giri draws

Global Chess: Carlsen beaten by clock, Giri draws

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Day two at the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League Season 2 featured a highly anticipated duel between league favorites, the Alpine Sg Pipers, and reigning champions, the Triveni Continental Kings.

'Jai Hind' to replace 'Good Morning' in Haryana schools from Aug 15

'Jai Hind' to replace 'Good Morning' in Haryana schools from Aug 15

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The move, initiated by the Haryana government, aims to "instill a deep sense of patriotism and national pride" among students, the directorate of school education, said in the circular issued on Thursday.

What Happens If Donald J Trump Wins?

What Happens If Donald J Trump Wins?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Showing total disregard for the US constitution, Trump has said that this could be the last election to be held in the country. A Trump presidency could lead to mass deportation of undocumented migrants and harsh family separation, warns Aseem Chhabra.

MF Platforms Faulted for Selloff Delay

MF Platforms Faulted for Selloff Delay

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Several investors wanting to invest in mutual fund schemes, amid the selloff in the market on Tuesday, were left in the lurch as online MF investment platforms failed to execute the transactions on time.

Will PM Modi Attend Ambani Wedding?

Will PM Modi Attend Ambani Wedding?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'Modiji's team has consented to his appearance at the wedding. But it can't be more than a fleeting appearance.'

UP amends law to award life imprisonment for unlawful conversion

UP amends law to award life imprisonment for unlawful conversion

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The Uttar Pradesh assembly on Tuesday passed the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2024 that provides for a maximum punishment of life imprisonment, making the law stricter in cases of fraudulent or forced conversion.

The Elevance of Kamala Harris

The Elevance of Kamala Harris

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Kamala has finessed bubblegum conversation about whether she is Black or Indian. Her Irrelevancing-approach, an Irrelevance-code if you will, is Elevated and Elegant -- this is the Elevance of Kamala! asserts economist Dr Anuradha Luther Maitra.

Budget 2024: What is cheaper, what is costlier

Budget 2024: What is cheaper, what is costlier

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Gold, silver and other precious metals along with imported mobile phones, certain cancer drugs and medical devices are set to become cheaper with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing cuts in customs duty in the Union Budget 2024-25.

Jabil to set up Rs 2K cr electronics unit in TN

Jabil to set up Rs 2K cr electronics unit in TN

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

In a sign of the expanding Apple supplier ecosystem in India, American multinational Jabil Inc will set up an electronics manufacturing facility in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu with an investment of Rs 2,000 crore. Jabil is one of the 14 Apple suppliers in India, of around 200 globally, while another 14 have reportedly received preliminary clearance to form joint ventures with Indian companies to set up facilities. Interestingly, of the 14 existing manufacturing units in the Apple supply chain, seven are already in Tamil Nadu.

1.5 kg ornaments, coins removed from woman's stomach

1.5 kg ornaments, coins removed from woman's stomach

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

Ninety coins in the denomination of Rs 5 and Rs 10 and ornaments like chains, nose rings, earrings, bangles, anklets, wrist bands and watches were found from the stomach of the 26-year-old.

Will GST Relief On Insurance Benefit Us?

Will GST Relief On Insurance Benefit Us?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The life insurance industry does not have a good track record when it comes to passing on tax benefits to policyholders, points out Harsh Roongta.

Tirumala coins scam busted

Tirumala coins scam busted

Rediff.com26 Apr 2005

The Tirumala crime police have busted a coins scam at the Lord Venkateswara temple at Tirumala and recovered Rs 16,000 worth of coins from a businessman.

Why are gold prices rising? Chris Wood of Jefferies explains

Why are gold prices rising? Chris Wood of Jefferies explains

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Gold prices have been on an uptrend in the last few months, rising nearly 28 per cent to $2387 per ounce now. This rise in gold price, according to Christopher Wood, global head of equity strategy at Jefferies, is attributed to the demand from China amid lack of investor euphoria as regards the yellow metal. "Recent developments show a distinct lack of investor euphoria as regards gold, the question remains what is driving the current rally.

Gambhir era begins with 'Surya Uday' in T20s

Gambhir era begins with 'Surya Uday' in T20s

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

The firebrand Gautam Gambhir announced his arrival as India's head coach by successfully ensuring the ascension of Suryakumar Yadav as the new T20 captain in place of Hardik Pandya

Competitors unfazed by Flipkart's 10-min delivery foray

Competitors unfazed by Flipkart's 10-min delivery foray

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

At a time when Flipkart has entered the quick-commerce race with a service called "Minutes", executives at rival players said they are in a wait-and-watch mode. They said they would be concerned only once the e-commerce firm is able to succeed in this space. The Walmart-owned firm's quick-commerce service has gone live in some parts of Bengaluru, putting it in competition with firms such as Zepto, Swiggy's Instamart, and Zomato's Blinkit.

Make in India: Big opportunity to mint coins

Make in India: Big opportunity to mint coins

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Little attention is paid to the management of currencies and coins in India.

India's gold demand drops 5% in June quarter

India's gold demand drops 5% in June quarter

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Gold seems to be losing its glitter in India due to a rise in prices. Demand in Q2CY24 was 149.7 tonnes - a 5 per cent drop compared to 158.1 tonnes in the same period last year, according to a report by the World Gold Council (WGC). Demand by value in April-June 2024 stood at Rs 93,850 crore, up by 14 per cent compared to Rs 82,530 crore in the same period last year.

Incredible India: 10 Amazing Train Journeys

Incredible India: 10 Amazing Train Journeys

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Discover our country through great Indian rail trips!

Dy CM Maurya's cryptic remark points to rift in UP BJP

Dy CM Maurya's cryptic remark points to rift in UP BJP

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

He also urged all the ministers, MLAs, and public representatives to respect party workers.

Get a personalised gold coin this festive season

Get a personalised gold coin this festive season

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

The coins can have the face and names of the owner embossed on them.

Is Engineer Rashid Kashmir's Most Popular Leader?

Is Engineer Rashid Kashmir's Most Popular Leader?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

If Rashid cannot be the king, he could be the kingmaker after October 8 when the results to the J&K assembly are declared.

WazirX Seeks FBI Help To Recover $230M

WazirX Seeks FBI Help To Recover $230M

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

WazirX lost about 45 per cent of its crypto assets to the security breach. People privy to the discussions say North Korea has been mentioned.

'Made in India' Apparel Off To Paris Olympics

'Made in India' Apparel Off To Paris Olympics

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

If you see 'Made in India' apparel at any of the IOC's retail channels, it may have well come from Tiruppur, manufactured by a firm, which is owned by a mother-daughter duo, called Back Bay India.

What Will Modi Discuss At Quad Meeting?

What Will Modi Discuss At Quad Meeting?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Saturday's Quad meeting in Delaware is taking place against the backdrop of China's assertive behaviour in the South China Sea, its sabre-rattling in the Taiwan Strait and increasing footprints in the Pacific and Indian Ocean, asserts Rup Narayan Das.