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Govt Clears Cancer Drug Price Hike

Govt Clears Cancer Drug Price Hike

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

'While higher prices may create some financial burden for patients and caregivers in the short term, uninterrupted access to treatment remains the greater priority.'

Cabinet approves Rs 24,249 crore highway projects, including Odisha coastal road

Cabinet approves Rs 24,249 crore highway projects, including Odisha coastal road

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved national highway projects worth approximately 24,249.6 crore across Odisha, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar, aiming to enhance connectivity, reduce travel times, and stimulate economic growth.

India's Oil Imports from Russia, UAE Surge as Strait of Hormuz Reopens

India's Oil Imports from Russia, UAE Surge as Strait of Hormuz Reopens

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

India significantly increased its crude oil imports from Russia and the United Arab Emirates in June, securing supplies as the Strait of Hormuz began to reopen, with Russian barrels remaining attractive due to discounts and UAE supplies offsetting earlier uncertainties.

Can SIPs Help You Live Debt-Free?

Can SIPs Help You Live Debt-Free?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

A simple SIP-first approach can help reduce debt, avoid EMIs and build lasting financial freedom through disciplined spending, advises Ramalingam Kalirajan

Half of Indian companies to adopt AI payroll in a year, ADP report finds

Half of Indian companies to adopt AI payroll in a year, ADP report finds

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A new report by ADP reveals that one in two Indian companies plan to adopt AI-powered payroll systems within the next 12 months, driven by the need for automation in workforce management, compliance, and compensation decisions. However, firms are increasingly cautious about data protection risks, especially with the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.

ATM Interchange Fee May Be Linked to WPI, Fresh Hike Expected

ATM Interchange Fee May Be Linked to WPI, Fresh Hike Expected

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is set to consider linking the ATM interchange fee to the Wholesale Price Index (WPI), alongside a potential hike from the current 19 to 21-22, which could impact customer charges for transactions beyond the free limit.

West Asia Conflict to Impact Indian Cement Firms' Profitability from Q1FY27

West Asia Conflict to Impact Indian Cement Firms' Profitability from Q1FY27

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian cement manufacturers, despite a stable Q4FY26, are bracing for significant profitability pressures from Q1FY27 onwards due to escalating input costs, primarily driven by the West Asia conflict's impact on coal and petcoke prices.

Bengal's mid-day meal shift sparks fresh egg vs veg debate

Bengal's mid-day meal shift sparks fresh egg vs veg debate

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

The move has sparked a political row, with the opposition accusing the BJP of promoting a vegetarian agenda.

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Discover the inspiring journey of Komal Prabhu, called the Queen of GSB Cuisine, that saw her switch professions -- a Bharata Natyam dancer became a celebrated chef devoted to preserving traditional Gaud Saraswat Brahmin food traditions.

Mahindra & Mahindra shifts focus beyond tractors to boost future growth

Mahindra & Mahindra shifts focus beyond tractors to boost future growth

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is expanding its farm equipment strategy beyond tractors to include a wider range of mechanisation solutions like harvesters, balers, seed drills, and telematics-enabled services, aiming to capitalise on the growing demand for rental services by rural entrepreneurs and address low mechanisation levels in Indian agriculture.

Kriti-Rashmika's Chic Cocktail Fashion

Kriti-Rashmika's Chic Cocktail Fashion

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna have been turning heads while promoting Cocktail 2 but it's not just the film that's stealing the spotlight. Kriti's quirky fashion choices in bold colours have perfectly complemented Rashmika's poised looks.

Tata Steel to gain from India growth, lower global costs

Tata Steel to gain from India growth, lower global costs

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Tata Steel is strategically positioned for growth, leveraging India's robust steel demand, significant cost transformation programmes, and favourable protectionist policies in the EU and UK. The company is expanding its India capacity and optimising operations in its European units to enhance profitability and reduce debt.

Government okays Rs 10,000 cr jet fuel fund for airlines

Government okays Rs 10,000 cr jet fuel fund for airlines

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The support will be provided to oil-marketing companies (OMCs) in the form of interest-free advances through the ministry of petroleum and natural gas. The OMCs, in turn, will use the fund to provide ATF price stabilisation support to Indian carriers operating domestic and international flights.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Visa cleared, Cape Verde star Vozinha's mother ready for reunion

FIFA World Cup 2026: Visa cleared, Cape Verde star Vozinha's mother ready for reunion

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

The mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha will finally get to watch her son play at the World Cup after receiving a visa to travel to the United States, following his tearful revelation that she missed his heroics against Spain due to travel issues.

Perplexity CEO Unveils Vision For Hybrid AI Operating Systems At COMPUTEX

Perplexity CEO Unveils Vision For Hybrid AI Operating Systems At COMPUTEX

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas unveiled the company's vision for AI operating systems at COMPUTEX 2026, highlighting Perplexity Computer's ability to coordinate multiple AI models and balance performance with privacy and cost. He emphasised the growing trend of hybrid AI, combining local device processing with data centre capabilities, and acknowledged Intel's partnership.

PSU External Borrowings May Top $15 Billion in FY27 Amid RBI Incentives

PSU External Borrowings May Top $15 Billion in FY27 Amid RBI Incentives

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

State-owned enterprises in India are projected to significantly increase their overseas borrowings, potentially exceeding $15 billion in FY27, driven by the Reserve Bank of India's new concessional forex swap facility which offers a 3 per cent funding-cost advantage.

Manufacturing Sector Sees Strong Growth in May, Driven by Domestic Demand and Infrastructure

Manufacturing Sector Sees Strong Growth in May, Driven by Domestic Demand and Infrastructure

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

India's manufacturing sector activity reached a three-month high in May, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rising to 55.0, driven by robust domestic demand, infrastructure projects, and new business gains despite ongoing inflationary pressures.

US-Iran Talks, Crude Oil, Macro Data to Dictate Bullion Trend

US-Iran Talks, Crude Oil, Macro Data to Dictate Bullion Trend

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Analysts predict that developments in US-Iran negotiations, fluctuations in crude oil prices, and key global economic data will be the primary drivers of gold and silver prices in the coming week, with a strong focus on talks in Switzerland.

From October 1, Even Smallest Misstep Can Cost A Wicket

From October 1, Even Smallest Misstep Can Cost A Wicket

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The MCC, the eternal custodian of the game's laws, has once again stepped in to plug loopholes and sharpen clarity, ensuring the spirit of cricket evolves without losing its soul.

Gold Imports Fall After Duty Hike

Gold Imports Fall After Duty Hike

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Monthly gold imports have declined to 25-30 tonnes from 70-80 tonnes while recycling of old jewellery has increased following the recent hike in import duties.

Suzuki Motorcycle India tempers FY27 growth forecast due to West Asia conflict, rising costs

Suzuki Motorcycle India tempers FY27 growth forecast due to West Asia conflict, rising costs

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Suzuki Motorcycle India Ltd (SMIPL) has revised its domestic two-wheeler sales growth estimate for FY27 downwards from 7-8 per cent, citing rising commodity costs due to the ongoing West Asia conflict and its impact on consumer affordability.

TCS stares at additional $70 mn hit after US Supreme Court declines review in trade secret dispute

TCS stares at additional $70 mn hit after US Supreme Court declines review in trade secret dispute

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) will make an additional provision of USD 70 million in Q1 FY2027, bringing its total provision to USD 220 million, after the US Supreme Court declined to review a lower court ruling in a trade secrets dispute with Computer Sciences Corporation (now DXC Technology).

Gujarat High Court Slams Yusuf Pathan Over Land Occupation

Gujarat High Court Slams Yusuf Pathan Over Land Occupation

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Vadodara Municipal Corporation has valued a 978-square metre plot of land illegally occupied by Trinamool Congress MP Yusuf Pathan at Rs 2.10 lakh per square metre. Pathan has been occupying the land since 2012 despite the state government rejecting his proposal for allotment, and the Gujarat High Court has also ruled against him, criticising his continued possession.

Want OpenAI Shares? Read This First

Want OpenAI Shares? Read This First

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Investors should do thorough due diligence when selecting a platform.

Despite Q4 Loss, Analysts See Strong Future for IndiGo

Despite Q4 Loss, Analysts See Strong Future for IndiGo

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Despite reporting a weaker-than-expected net loss of Rs 2,536 crore for Q4FY26, largely due to a significant non-cash forex loss, analysts remain optimistic about IndiGo's long-term prospects, citing strong demand trends, a favourable pricing outlook, and strategic cost-control measures.

No pressure, learnt a lot in this series: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

No pressure, learnt a lot in this series: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returned to his natural game to produce a match-winning performance against Sri Lanka A in Dambulla on Sunday.

How Perplexity Is Revolutionising AI With Hybrid Systems

How Perplexity Is Revolutionising AI With Hybrid Systems

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas presented the company's vision for advanced AI operating systems at COMPUTEX 2026, detailing how Perplexity Computer orchestrates up to 20 AI models for efficient task management. The system uses hybrid agentic inference to balance performance, privacy, and cost by deploying models locally or via data centres based on task complexity, a concept supported by Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan's focus on on-device AI.

BMW has maxi plans for Mini Cooper, drive into Tier 2 markets

BMW has maxi plans for Mini Cooper, drive into Tier 2 markets

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

The luxury carmaker plans to drive growth through local assembly of the MINI Countryman, expansion into 10 new cities and a broader product portfolio.

September 4 Start Confirmed for ISL, But AIFF Defers League Structure Decision

September 4 Start Confirmed for ISL, But AIFF Defers League Structure Decision

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

The AIFF has approved a September 4 start for the 2026-27 Indian Super League but deferred a final decision on the league's governance structure, with further discussions set to continue between the federation and ISL clubs.

Forward Deployed Engineers In High Demand

Forward Deployed Engineers In High Demand

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

In the first three quarters of 2025, FDE job demand jumped by nearly 800 per cent.

A decade after Brexit, Britain prepares for seventh PM

A decade after Brexit, Britain prepares for seventh PM

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

A referendum 10 years ago on this day set the United Kingdom on a new path as a non-member of the European Union (EU) and the turmoil of that Brexit vote continues to play out as the country prepares for its seventh prime minister in a decade.

Hero to roll out flex-fuel versions of motorcycles, but concerns remain

Hero to roll out flex-fuel versions of motorcycles, but concerns remain

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Flex fuel motorcycles can deliver "3 per cent higher torque and 7 per cent higher peak power".

FIFA World Cup: Mexico edge South Korea in nervy finish, secure home last-32 tie

FIFA World Cup: Mexico edge South Korea in nervy finish, secure home last-32 tie

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Mexico secured a narrow 1-0 victory over South Korea in a Group A football match in Guadalajara. Luis Romo scored the decisive goal following a goalkeeping error, and Mexico's defence, backed by goalkeeper Ral Rangel's late saves, held firm against South Korean pressure.

Magical Salah inspires Egypt to historic World Cup victory

Magical Salah inspires Egypt to historic World Cup victory

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Talismanic Mohamed Salah scores twice to help Egypt rally to 3-1 win over New Zealand on Sunday.

Army inducts 106 indigenous Agniveg drones for deep precision strikes

Army inducts 106 indigenous Agniveg drones for deep precision strikes

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A tech firm has delivered to the Army 106 turbojet-powered kamikaze drones designed to engage high-value targets deep inside enemy territory and operate in contested electromagnetic environments, according to a statement.

UK bans social media for kids under 16, WhatsApp not included

UK bans social media for kids under 16, WhatsApp not included

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a ban on social media access for all children under the age of 16, citing their 'happiness and safety'. The ban, which will not include messaging apps like WhatsApp, aims to protect children from harmful content, bullying, and the addictive nature of platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Legislative powers are in place for the law to come into force by Spring next year.

How Pramaana Labs Is Building Accountable AI With $27 Million Funding

How Pramaana Labs Is Building Accountable AI With $27 Million Funding

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

AI firm Pramaana Labs, with a significant Indian workforce, has successfully raised $27 million in seed funding led by Khosla Ventures. The company aims to use these funds to advance its unique technology that converts complex knowledge into machine-verifiable truth, addressing the accountability gap in AI across regulated sectors like tax, healthcare, and financial compliance.

Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 Review: A Heartwarming Upgrade Within Panchayat's Shadow

Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 Review: A Heartwarming Upgrade Within Panchayat's Shadow

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 returns with a confirmed connection to Panchayat universe and a more heartwarming narrative, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

'Pressure To Bear A Son Is More In The City'

'Pressure To Bear A Son Is More In The City'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

'Even lower middle class parents in cities opt for just one child. A son is a must.'

FIFA World Cup PIX: Thousands of Colombia Fans Paint Mexico Yellow

FIFA World Cup PIX: Thousands of Colombia Fans Paint Mexico Yellow

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Thousands of Colombian football fans transformed Mexico City into a vibrant yellow sea, celebrating their national team's 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in their World Cup opener. The city's streets and restaurants buzzed with supporters enjoying Colombian food, music, and a strong cultural connection, making the Estadio Azteca feel like a home venue for the victorious team.