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Only BJP truly respects Bengali ashmita: Modi in Durgapur

Only BJP truly respects Bengali ashmita: Modi in Durgapur

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the TMC, accusing them of prioritizing vote-bank politics over national security and Bengali identity by promoting infiltration. He also highlighted the BJP's vision for a developed and prosperous Bengal, promising a clean break from the past.

Tesla Arrives in Mumbai: Is Model Y Worth the Hype?

Tesla Arrives in Mumbai: Is Model Y Worth the Hype?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The Model Y's blend of minimalist design, advanced technology, and practical features certainly makes a strong case. But the true test will lie in its performance on Indian roads and the timely expansion of its charging infrastructure, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.

'Trump's Gaza-Ukraine Resolution to Benefit India'

'Trump's Gaza-Ukraine Resolution to Benefit India'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

'Geopolitical stability could remove the crude oil risk premium.'

Australia unveils ambitious roadmap to boost trade with India

Australia unveils ambitious roadmap to boost trade with India

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Australia on Wednesday unveiled an ambitious roadmap to deepen and diversify its trade and investment ties with India. The roadmap identified four "superhighways of growth" -- clean energy, education and skills, agribusiness, and tourism. Broadly, it sets out a pathway to focus ongoing efforts, including to boost two-way investment, and work with Indian-Australian communities and businesses.

Doping scandal rocks wrestling: 5 minors, 1 Olympian face ban

Doping scandal rocks wrestling: 5 minors, 1 Olympian face ban

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

A look at NADA's list of suspended athletes reveals that wrestling has the second most dope offenders among all sporting disciplines in India.

Reliance to invest Rs 75,000 cr in North-Eastern states: Mukesh Ambani

Reliance to invest Rs 75,000 cr in North-Eastern states: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Oil-to-telecom conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd will invest Rs 75,000 crore in North Eastern states in setting up 350 biogas plants, expanding its telecom services, retail footprint, and clean energy projects, chairman Mukesh Ambani said on Friday. Speaking at the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit here, Reliance Industries Ltd chairman and managing director said his group will invest in factories for high-quality FMCG products in the region and setting up a 150-bed cancer hospital in Manipur.

UTT: PBG Pune Jaguars, Dabang Delhi TTC win

UTT: PBG Pune Jaguars, Dabang Delhi TTC win

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Reeth Rishya then closed the door on any hopes of a comeback, sweeping Selena Selvakumar 3-0 to seal the tie.

The Night Iran 'Set The Ganges On Fire'

The Night Iran 'Set The Ganges On Fire'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

'Within minutes, my mobile began ringing. It was National Security Adviser Brajesh Mishra, asking why the Iranians were complaining.' 'I explained that we had only restated our position in the light of the conclusion reached by the IAEA, but will remain helpful to Iran to reach a consensus.' 'Then came a call from Foreign Secretary Kamal Sibal, repeating what Mishra said about the Iranian complaint.' 'I was very impressed that Iran was able to reach two top officials in India to intervene at short notice,' recalls Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

The Jet Set Prefers Luxury Electric Cars

The Jet Set Prefers Luxury Electric Cars

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The share of EVs in the luxury segment rose from 7 per cent in January-May 2024 to 11 per cent during the same period in 2025, marking a 66 per cent growth in the electric luxury segment.

All England: India's challenge ends, Lakshya falls in quarters

All England: India's challenge ends, Lakshya falls in quarters

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Later, India's challenge came to a crashing halt after the women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand lost their quarterfinals.

SAFF C'ship: Indian colts march into final

SAFF C'ship: Indian colts march into final

Rediff.com16 May 2025

India storm into SAFF U-19 final, set up title clash with Bangladesh

Teenagers Beware: Hidden Danger Behind 'Dusting'

Teenagers Beware: Hidden Danger Behind 'Dusting'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'She didn't think she'd die. It was just a trend -- a video. But it took her away in seconds.'

PICS: India thrash sorry Pakistan, put one foot in semis

PICS: India thrash sorry Pakistan, put one foot in semis

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli anchored a tricky chase with an unbeaten 100.

Boxing coach slapped, stripped minor boxer: FIR claims

Boxing coach slapped, stripped minor boxer: FIR claims

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

A woman coach with the Sports Authority of India's National Boxing Academy in Rohtak has been accused of sexual harassment by a minor pugilist

FIH Pro League: Spain beat India, avenge Olympic loss

FIH Pro League: Spain beat India, avenge Olympic loss

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Spain took sweet revenge for their defeat against India in the bronze-medal match at the Paris Olympics, overcoming Harmanpreet Singh's side 3-1 in a FIH men's Pro League game.

'We are ready to perform'

'We are ready to perform'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

India, who made it to two successive Asian Cups for the first time in 2023, are aiming to extend the streak. Hong Kong also qualified for the previous tournament, but with only one available berth, either side is bound to miss out.

Kamboj shines but 2nd unofficial Test ends in draw

Kamboj shines but 2nd unofficial Test ends in draw

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Earlier, Tanush Kotian (90 not out) and Anshul Kamboj (51 not out) brought up their respective half-centuries to take India A to 417 for 7 at tea on the fourth day of their second unofficial Test in Northampton on Monday.

Auto industry seeks govt's help for rare earth import from China

Auto industry seeks govt's help for rare earth import from China

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The automobile industry has sought government support in expediting approvals from the Chinese government for importing rare earth magnets used in various applications, including passenger cars. As per the industry sources, various domestic suppliers have already sought approval from the Chinese government through their local vendors in China.

India bought 112 bn euro worth of Russian oil since Ukraine war

India bought 112 bn euro worth of Russian oil since Ukraine war

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

India, the world's third largest oil consuming and importing nation, spent 112.5 billion euro (about Rs 1.5 lakh crore) on buying crude oil from Russia since the start of the Ukraine war, a European think tank said on Thursday. The Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) released a report on payments to Russia for fossil fuels since February 24, 2022. "According to our estimates, since the beginning of the war, Russia earned EUR 835 billion in revenue from fossil fuel exports," it said.

Pak troops open fire for 8th consecutive night, residents fear shelling

Pak troops open fire for 8th consecutive night, residents fear shelling

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Pakistan's troops have engaged in unprovoked firing along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) in five districts of Jammu and Kashmir, prompting retaliation from the Indian Army. This marks the eighth consecutive night of such incidents, following heightened tensions stemming from a recent terror attack in Pahalgam. Civilians residing along the LoC and IB are preparing their bunkers in anticipation of potential escalation.

Dialogue, not battlefields, key to global peace: Modi in Croatia

Dialogue, not battlefields, key to global peace: Modi in Croatia

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

In his media statement following talks with his Croatian counterpart Andrej Plenkovic, Modi said both leaders agree that "terrorism is an enemy of humanity" and is inimical to forces that believe in democracy.

Former Sri Lankan cricketer arrested in graft case

Former Sri Lankan cricketer arrested in graft case

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Former Sri Lankan cricketer Ramith Rambukwella arrested in corruption case

China's mfg prowess to have bearing on India's growth: Survey

China's mfg prowess to have bearing on India's growth: Survey

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Chinese manufacturing prowess and its dominance in the strategic sector will have a bearing on India's growth projection in the medium term and its march to become a developed nation by 2047, the Economic Survey said on Friday. The Survey has said India needs to grow at 8 per cent for about two decades to become a developed nation by 2047, but it will have to face challenges from global developments and reliance on Chinese imports.

Buttler scripts T20I record vs India...

Buttler scripts T20I record vs India...

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

The record was previously held by West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran (592 runs in 20 matches).

Govt to hold special Parl session to mark 50 yrs of Emergency?

Govt to hold special Parl session to mark 50 yrs of Emergency?

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said that at a time when the BJP should be targeting Pakistan and terrorists, it is only interested in attacking the Congress.

India set for massive mock drill on Wednesday amid rising tension with Pak

India set for massive mock drill on Wednesday amid rising tension with Pak

Rediff.com7 May 2025

How to conduct the mock exercise with active public participation of people was discussed threadbare at a high-level meeting chaired by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan. Top civil and police officers of the country participated in the meeting, official sources said.

What Wednesday's mock security drill will cover

What Wednesday's mock security drill will cover

Rediff.com6 May 2025

India will conduct nationwide civil defense mock drills on Wednesday, including air-raid warning sirens and training civilians to protect themselves in the event of a "hostile attack." The drills come amid rising tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. The Ministry of Home Affairs has instructed all states and union territories to participate in the exercise, which will be conducted up to the village level.

Rohit fires, Kohli next? Can India crush England 3-0?

Rohit fires, Kohli next? Can India crush England 3-0?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli's form in focus as India eye ODI clean-sweep over England

Indo-US NISAR Satellite Set for July Launch

Indo-US NISAR Satellite Set for July Launch

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

NISAR will not be used for surveillance and will be used to observe the earth.

Raiza Dhillon bags skeet silver at Jr Shooting World Cup

Raiza Dhillon bags skeet silver at Jr Shooting World Cup

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Raiza Dhillon claimed her first individual ISSF World Cup medal at any level.

Govt to operationalise Rs 1-trillion innovation fund in next 3 months

Govt to operationalise Rs 1-trillion innovation fund in next 3 months

Rediff.com29 May 2025

The Rs 1-trillion Research Development and Innovation (RDI) fund, which was announced in the July budget for FY25, of which Rs 20,000 crore has already been allocated, will be operationalised in the next two to three months, a top official said.

Adani Group to invest $5-20 bn over next 5 years

Adani Group to invest $5-20 bn over next 5 years

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The Adani Group plans to invest a record $15-20 billion across businesses over the next five years to chart out the next phase of growth, chairman Gautam Adani said on Tuesday as he touted the conglomerate's strong balance sheet and robust business to shrug off relentless scrutiny it faces. Record earnings from the businesses ranging from seaports to airports, renewable energy parks to data centres, cement to gas and electricity has built India's largest infrastructure group that not only exists just to serve the markets but to serve the nation's destiny, he said.

Gill's century powers India to ODI series sweep vs England

Gill's century powers India to ODI series sweep vs England

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Shubman Gill's fluent century and a clinical performance from their bowlers helped India trounce England by 142 runs in the third and final ODI on Wednesday, to complete a 3-0 series sweep.

Historic 304-run win: India women's massive ODI victory

Historic 304-run win: India women's massive ODI victory

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

India completed a whitewash of Ireland with a massive 304-run win in the third and final women's ODI

'Super spokesperson of BJP': Cong's Udit Raj slams Tharoor again

'Super spokesperson of BJP': Cong's Udit Raj slams Tharoor again

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Congress leader Udit Raj criticized party colleague Shashi Tharoor for his reported remarks that India breached the Line of Control (LoC) for the first time during the 2016 surgical strike on a terror base, saying he should be declared a "super spokesperson of the BJP". Raj argued that India had crossed the LoC in 1965 and 1971, and that the UPA government had also conducted surgical strikes. Tharoor had reportedly said that India breaching the LoC to conduct a surgical strike was "something we had not done before". This is not the first time Raj has criticized Tharoor for his comments on India-Pakistan relations. Last month, Raj had hit out at Tharoor for his reported "no country has 100-per cent foolproof intelligence" remarks, questioning how Tharoor could be giving the BJP a "clean chit" on the Pahalgam terror attack. Tharoor had hit back at Raj, saying the latter is a former BJP MP and "is better qualified to understand who speaks for the BJP".

'There will be more Kohlis, but...': Owaisi

'There will be more Kohlis, but...': Owaisi

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Asaduddin Owaisi, once known more for his fiery medium fast bowling than for his fiery oratory, recalls besting future India paceman Venkatesh Prasad in an inter-university final match in the early 90s.

MEA Pushes For Quick Resolution To China's Rare Earth Curbs

MEA Pushes For Quick Resolution To China's Rare Earth Curbs

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

'We remain in touch with the Chinese side, in Beijing as well as in Delhi, to bring predictability in the supply chain.'

Mahindra Vs Tata -- Who Wins the EV SUV Race?

Mahindra Vs Tata -- Who Wins the EV SUV Race?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Tata Harrier.ev versus Mahindra BE.06 versus Mahindra XEV.9E -- which one should you buy? Rajesh Karkera offers a checklist of features to influence your decision.

PICS: Rohit, spinners star as India are champion of champions

PICS: Rohit, spinners star as India are champion of champions

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

India's spinners were the key architects of the bowling performance. Varun Chakravarthy (2/45) and Kuldeep Yadav (2/40) were the standout performers, while Jadeja (1/30) and Axar Patel (0/29 in 8 overs) kept the pressure on with their economical spells.

Banking, oil shares drag Sensex down 156 points

Banking, oil shares drag Sensex down 156 points

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Among Sensex firms, Eternal, Tata Motors, State Bank of India, Adani Ports, NTPC, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finance, Asian Paints, Axis Bank and Sun Pharma were the major losers. Bharti Airtel, Tata Steel, Mahindra & Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever, Nestle and Maruti were among the gainers.