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SC allows green crackers in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali

SC allows green crackers in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court has permitted the sale and bursting of green crackers in Delhi-NCR for Diwali, relaxing the ban on green firecrackers as a temporary measure from October 18 to 21. The court has asked pollution control boards to monitor pollution levels and file reports. The order also includes measures to prevent the sale of non-compliant crackers.

Tylenol row may not hit India's pharma exports

Tylenol row may not hit India's pharma exports

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Amid controversy over USPresident Donald Trump's comments linking the use of Tylenol and other related paracetamol products by pregnant women to autism in children, experts and industry executives say that since India's export of the drug to the US is less, it will hardly affect the country's pharma exports to America.

Sale of defective TV: Flipkart, Thomson found guilty of deficiency in service

Sale of defective TV: Flipkart, Thomson found guilty of deficiency in service

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Ruling that Flipkart cannot "escape liability" as "mere intermediary" in an online purchase, a consumer commission here has found the e-commerce platform and television manufacturing company Thomson guilty of deficiency in service after a defective TV was delivered to a customer.

'This Benefits H1B Visa Holders In The US'

'This Benefits H1B Visa Holders In The US'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'You are a guest in the US. It's not your home, you're a guest. If they don't feel comfortable, you have to step out.'

Trump announces 100% tariffs on foreign-made movies, India to be hit

Trump announces 100% tariffs on foreign-made movies, India to be hit

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Trump said California has been particularly "hard hit" because of this, blaming democrat Gavin Newsom, the Governor of California, for this loss, calling him "weak and incompetent."

SC hints at relaxing blanket firecracker ban in Delhi-NCR

SC hints at relaxing blanket firecracker ban in Delhi-NCR

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court is considering relaxing the ban on firecrackers in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali, citing practical concerns and the need to balance environmental and livelihood interests.

India-US BTA: 'Both Sides Very Close To A Deal'

India-US BTA: 'Both Sides Very Close To A Deal'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'When negotiators meet next, they may like to bring new issues to the table.'

Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee rule kicks in; US releases FAQs

Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee rule kicks in; US releases FAQs

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in a 'H-1B FAQ' document, released on Sunday, said that the September 19 proclamation took an "important, initial, and incremental step" to reform the H-1B visa programme to curb abuses and protect American workers.

Indian REITs Outshine Global Peers With 6-7% Yields

Indian REITs Outshine Global Peers With 6-7% Yields

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Since the first Reit listing in 2019, the sector has grown to a market capitalisation of about $18 billion as of August 2025, and is projected to cross $25 billion by 2030.

3 key drivers for the markets this week

3 key drivers for the markets this week

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The decision to hike US H-1B visa application fee to $100,000, trade talks and the GST rate cut will be the key drivers for stock market movement this week, analysts said.

US didn't accept India's request for tariff talks: Govt

US didn't accept India's request for tariff talks: Govt

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The United States did not accept India's request for consultations under an agreement of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) concerning American tariffs on steel, aluminium, and related derivative products, Parliament was informed on Tuesday.

India Confident About US Trade Talks

India Confident About US Trade Talks

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Officials said the government-to-government engagement between the two countries on all other issues remains normal, but conceded rough spots over trade that need ironing out.

Amazon, Flipkart showcase GST deals as festival shopping begins

Amazon, Flipkart showcase GST deals as festival shopping begins

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Amazon India unveiled a dedicated marketplace section highlighting products with reduced tax burdens as the goods and services tax (GST) restructuring took effect on September 22, positioning the ecommerce giant to capitalise on lower consumer prices across electronics, appliances, and other categories. Its rival Flipkart, too, has rolled out its own GST-focused storefront, the GST Bachat Utsav, aimed at helping shoppers maximise benefits from the new tax rates across multiple categories.

ED freezes Rs 110 crore in Parimatch betting platform case

ED freezes Rs 110 crore in Parimatch betting platform case

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has frozen Rs 110 crore and seized 1,200 mule credit cards following searches against the Indian operations of Parimatch, a Cyprus-based online betting platform, for alleged money laundering and cheating investors.

Why Khadi Should Be Part Of Gen Z's Wardrobe

Why Khadi Should Be Part Of Gen Z's Wardrobe

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

'Khadi is versatile, breathable and timeless. What's missing is consistent innovation and branding. 'If khadi is positioned as both cool and conscious, it can easily sit between denim's everyday appeal and today's comfort-driven trends,' says Designer Swatti Kapoor.

India, UK to sign trade pact on July 24; Goyal to accompany PM Modi

India, UK to sign trade pact on July 24; Goyal to accompany PM Modi

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will accompany Prime Minister Narendra Modi to London for the signing of the free trade agreement between India and the UK on July 24, an official said on Monday. The two countries announced the conclusion of the negotiations for the trade agreement on May 6.

India, US hold 2+2 intersessional dialogue amid tariff tensions

India, US hold 2+2 intersessional dialogue amid tariff tensions

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Senior officials from India and the US engaged in virtual talks to discuss bilateral ties, focusing on trade, investment, critical minerals, and energy security, including civil nuclear cooperation.

India hopeful of concluding trade pact with US by 'Nov or so': Piyush Goyal

India hopeful of concluding trade pact with US by 'Nov or so': Piyush Goyal

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday expressed hope that India will conclude the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the US by the fall or November this year. He said that "a little bit" of geopolitical issues overtook the trade matters in the negotiations for the pact between the two countries.

India-US trade talks to resume with Lynch's arrival

India-US trade talks to resume with Lynch's arrival

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Trump administration's chief negotiator Brendan Lynch is arriving in India to hold talks on the India-US bilateral trade deal, which were impacted after the US imposed 50 per cent import tariffs on Indian goods.

'Significant' H1B Visa Changes Before 2026

'Significant' H1B Visa Changes Before 2026

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'This idea that inexpensive tech consultants should be coming into this country and bringing their families, I find it just wrong.'

ED books Myntra, directors in Rs 1,654-cr FEMA violation case

ED books Myntra, directors in Rs 1,654-cr FEMA violation case

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has registered a FEMA case against Myntra and related entities for allegedly violating FDI guidelines, with contravention amounting to over Rs 1,654 crore.

India's June exports shrink but shipments to US zoom

India's June exports shrink but shipments to US zoom

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Merchandise exports to the US jumped 23.5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to $8.3 billion in June, even as India's overall outbound shipments witnessed contraction during the month, according to the data released by the commerce department on Tuesday. The increase in outbound shipments to the US was largely driven by the rush among exporters to utilise America's pause on its plans to impose country-specific reciprocal tariffs.

Huma's Superhero Kashmir Connection

Huma's Superhero Kashmir Connection

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'Kashmir has so many stories, cultures, and folklore. It should be promoted. We should definitely have more stories out of Kashmir.'

Rare Earth Magnet Crunch Persists For Automakers

Rare Earth Magnet Crunch Persists For Automakers

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'Despite assurance from China, none of the companies have received supplies from Chinese sellers.'

'Never thought students would be killed for raising their voice'

'Never thought students would be killed for raising their voice'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Nepali students studying in India express anxiety and concern for their families back home amidst violent protests in Nepal, delaying travel plans and maintaining constant contact to ensure their safety.

BharatPe Bets Big On Online Payments

BharatPe Bets Big On Online Payments

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'Our focus would be to onboard top 100 merchants in top 10 different segments.'

Exports To Key Global Hubs Drop Sharply

Exports To Key Global Hubs Drop Sharply

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'There is definitely tepid demand because of the (reciprocal tariff) uncertainty.'

Sumit Antil completes World Para Championships hat-trick!

Sumit Antil completes World Para Championships hat-trick!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Yogesh Kathuniya won yet another silver medal in the men's F56 discus throw event at the World Para Athletics Championships.

Piyush Goyal urges India Inc to pass on GST benefits to consumers

Piyush Goyal urges India Inc to pass on GST benefits to consumers

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday described the reduction in GST rates as "game-changing" and the "biggest reform" since independence, as he asked the industry to pass on the full benefit to consumers.

Festive Hiring To Generate 2 Lakh Jobs

Festive Hiring To Generate 2 Lakh Jobs

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Hiring activity has gained momentum in anticipation of upcoming festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Dussehra, Diwali, seasonal sales and the wedding season.

US tariffs: Gems and jewellery exporters seek urgent govt relief

US tariffs: Gems and jewellery exporters seek urgent govt relief

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

The Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has urged the Centre to provide immediate relief measures as the tariffs imposed by the United States have started hitting the industry. US tariffs of 50 per cent on Indian goods came into effect on August 27.

Vaishnaw presents first made-in-India chip to Modi at Semicon 2025

Vaishnaw presents first made-in-India chip to Modi at Semicon 2025

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Modi inaugurated the Semicon India 2025 in Delhi, in the presence of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada.

Dependence India's biggest rival, solution is...: Modi amid H-1B fee hike

Dependence India's biggest rival, solution is...: Modi amid H-1B fee hike

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Speaking at the 'Samudra se Samruddhi' event, where he inaugurated and laid foundation stones of projects worth Rs 34,200 crore, Modi said all the problems of India have only one solution, and that is self-reliance.

Terror threat declines, investments rise in Kashmir: LG Manoj Sinha

Terror threat declines, investments rise in Kashmir: LG Manoj Sinha

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha claims a significant reduction in the fear of terrorism in the Kashmir Valley, citing increased industrial activity in Pulwama and a decline in local terror recruitment.

Amid tariff row, US team's India visit for trade deal talks deferred

Amid tariff row, US team's India visit for trade deal talks deferred

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Deferment or rescheduling of the meeting assumes significance as the US has announced a staggering 50 per cent duty on Indian goods.

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Female students alleged that Saraswati used abusive language, sent obscene messages, and made unwanted physical advances.

Will Buy Russian Oil: Sitharaman

Will Buy Russian Oil: Sitharaman

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

New Delhi 'will have to take a call which supply source suits us the best,' the finance minister said, pointing out that crude oil accounts for the bulk of India's foreign exchange spend.

Will secure, advance national interest: Goyal on Trump tariffs

Will secure, advance national interest: Goyal on Trump tariffs

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal assures Parliament that India will take necessary steps to protect its national interests following the US announcement of tariffs on Indian goods. The government is assessing the implications and engaging with stakeholders.

The Red Sea crisis: Commerce department flags rising import cost

The Red Sea crisis: Commerce department flags rising import cost

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

However, as of now, container availability has not been seen as an issue as adequate empties are available. The Red Sea strait is vital for 30 per cent of global container traffic and 12 per cent of global trade.

Efforts underway to resolve trade deal differences with US: India

Efforts underway to resolve trade deal differences with US: India

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The comments came a day after US President Donald Trump said that Washington is "very close" to the trade pact with India.