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Education Consultant Faces Charges For Rs 37 Lakh Visa Fraud

Education Consultant Faces Charges For Rs 37 Lakh Visa Fraud

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Jammu Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against an education consultant, Lalit Sharma, for allegedly duping multiple individuals of over Rs 37 lakh by falsely promising to arrange work visas abroad, particularly to Canada. The investigation confirmed the receipt of funds and established an offence under Section 420 of the IPC.

Not Consulted On Tata Sons Recast Proposal: Trusts Vice-Chairmen

Not Consulted On Tata Sons Recast Proposal: Trusts Vice-Chairmen

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tata Trusts Vice-Chairmen Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh challenge a proposed reorganisation of Tata Sons, alleging a lack of trustee consultation and raising concerns about its regulatory and financial implications.

Airlines Challenge Adani Over Mumbai T1 Redevelopment

Airlines Challenge Adani Over Mumbai T1 Redevelopment

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The Airline Operators Committee has questioned the basis for shifting 33 per cent of international services to Navi Mumbai International Airport.

'The emperor is naked': UEFA's Ceferin takes aim at FIFA boss Infantino

'The emperor is naked': UEFA's Ceferin takes aim at FIFA boss Infantino

Rediff.com5 days ago

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin launched a scathing attack on FIFA President Gianni Infantino, likening his abandoned plan to sell a stake in FIFA's commercial rights to Hans Christian Andersen's 'The Emperor's New Clothes', accusing Infantino of using 'convenient words' to mask uncomfortable realities.

WCA 'concerned' by ICC's World Cup format changes without player consultation

WCA 'concerned' by ICC's World Cup format changes without player consultation

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

The World Cricketers' Association (WCA) has expressed 'concern' over the International Cricket Council's (ICC) decision to revise the format of next year's 50-over World Cup without consulting the players, stating that such significant changes deserve genuine consultation and transparency.

'Not appropriate': SC cancels JPC meet on simultaneous elections

'Not appropriate': SC cancels JPC meet on simultaneous elections

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on simultaneous elections had scheduled an "informal interaction" with Supreme Court judges, which was later cancelled by the apex court. The Supreme Court deemed the meeting inappropriate as the proposed constitutional amendment could become subject to judicial review. JPC Chairman PP Chaudhary defended the panel's initial decision, citing precedents, while DMK MP P Wilson, who mooted the idea, expressed disappointment and argued against the notion that such interactions violate separation of powers.

Infighting Rocks Hockey India As President Tirkey Challenges Secretary General Over Meeting

Infighting Rocks Hockey India As President Tirkey Challenges Secretary General Over Meeting

Rediff.com4 days ago

Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey has objected to a 120th executive committee meeting called by Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh, citing lack of prior approval and consultation. The meeting's agenda includes the Hockey Association of Odisha elections, which Tirkey believes is being prioritised over more urgent matters concerning the federation. This comes amidst an ongoing turf war and a police complaint filed by Tirkey against some HI officials.

Shoaib Akhtar set for major role in Pakistan cricket after England tour debacle

Shoaib Akhtar set for major role in Pakistan cricket after England tour debacle

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar is being considered for a significant role within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as the board plans a major overhaul of its cricket think tank following a dismal tour of England.

Ad-Hoc Committee Strips National TT Tournaments Of Ranking Points

Ad-Hoc Committee Strips National TT Tournaments Of Ranking Points

Rediff.com5 days ago

An ad-hoc committee overseeing Indian table tennis has removed official ranking points from national tournaments, including the upcoming Panchkula edition, causing significant anxiety among players like Ankur Bhattacharya. The committee, formed after the Table Tennis Federation of India's suspension, states its mandate is to protect athletes but will only award points once an official calendar is finalised, impacting team selections.

Noel Tata: We Hope RBI Will Find Common Ground With Us

Noel Tata: We Hope RBI Will Find Common Ground With Us

Rediff.com5 days ago

Listing, according to Noel Tata, will fundamentally change how the company and the group have been working over the past 150 years.

ECs Disagreed With CEC On SIR

ECs Disagreed With CEC On SIR

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi repeatedly recorded that they had not been consulted or informed about decisions taken in the Commission's name, revealed an Indian Express report on Wednesday morning.

Premium Office Rents Surge in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR Due to Supply Constraints

Premium Office Rents Surge in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR Due to Supply Constraints

Rediff.com7 days ago

Large office leases in Mumbai and Delhi-NCR are commanding premium rentals in key micro-locations, driven by a scarcity of quality Grade-A space and sustained occupier demand, according to real estate consultants.

FIFA slams UEFA's 'misinformation campaign' over investment proposal, alleges election interference

FIFA slams UEFA's 'misinformation campaign' over investment proposal, alleges election interference

Rediff.com6 days ago

FIFA has accused UEFA of waging a 'misinformation campaign' and attempting to influence its upcoming presidential election, urging a US court to reject a discovery request related to a controversial, now-abandoned investment proposal for World Cup commercial rights.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty up in Volatile Trade

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty up in Volatile Trade

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced volatile trading, influenced by elevated crude oil prices, high US bond yields, and selling pressure in IT stocks, despite an early rebound.

India's New Steel Policy Aims for 600 MT Capacity, Decarbonisation by 2047

India's New Steel Policy Aims for 600 MT Capacity, Decarbonisation by 2047

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's government is set to release its draft National Steel Policy for public consultation, aiming for over 600 million tonnes of steelmaking capacity and 500 million tonnes of consumption by 2047. The policy will also introduce a ~5,000-crore scheme to incentivise small steel producers for carbon emission reduction and address challenges like raw material availability and technological dependence.

World Heart Day Quiz: Are You Drinking Enough Water?

World Heart Day Quiz: Are You Drinking Enough Water?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Interventional cardiologist Dr Vijay Surase tells you how simple habits like sitting for too long or doomscrolling for hours can put your heart at risk.

Loud music at Badrinath: Explanation sought from Garhwal Scouts

Loud music at Badrinath: Explanation sought from Garhwal Scouts

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

A cultural festival at Badrinath Dham has ignited a major controversy due to a loud music and dance event, leading the Chamoli district administration to issue a show-cause notice to the Garhwal Scouts. Senior BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi and the Shankaracharya Math have strongly condemned the event, citing violations of cultural and religious decorum and the sanctity of the holy shrine.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Recover as Oil Prices Moderate; IT Sector Leads Gains

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Recover as Oil Prices Moderate; IT Sector Leads Gains

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade after two days of losses, driven by easing crude oil prices and strong buying in blue-chip IT stocks, despite continued global uncertainties. Track Sensex, Nifty on September 30.

Sensex drops 570 points as foreign funds exit, crude oil prices surge

Sensex drops 570 points as foreign funds exit, crude oil prices surge

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, recorded their fourth consecutive day of losses, driven by relentless foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, rising bond yields, and a significant surge in crude oil prices, impacting overall investor sentiment.

Tata Trusts: What Maharashtra Charity Commissioner Is Looking At

Tata Trusts: What Maharashtra Charity Commissioner Is Looking At

Rediff.com5 days ago

A letter sent by the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust to Venu Srinivasan, Tata Trusts vice-chairman and nominee director on Tata Sons, a day before the Tata Sons board meeting on September 17, is at the centre of deliberations.

Former civil servants issue 'people's impeachment' notice against CEC

Former civil servants issue 'people's impeachment' notice against CEC

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Former civil servants and rights activists have issued a "people's impeachment" notice demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. They allege six charges against him, including undermining the Election Commission's functioning, mass disenfranchisement through Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, and compromising political impartiality. The group, including G K Pillai and Najeeb Jung, was prevented from submitting the notice at the EC office.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down on FII Outflow

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down on FII Outflow

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a decline in early trade due to relentless foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, although a drop in crude oil prices below USD 100 per barrel provided some cushioning. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 1.

Sensex, Nifty fall as high oil prices, foreign fund outflows weigh

Sensex, Nifty fall as high oil prices, foreign fund outflows weigh

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian equity benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their losses for a second consecutive day, driven by elevated crude oil prices, persistent foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, and high US Treasury yields.

Sensex, Nifty fall despite global cues; IT, financials lead decline

Sensex, Nifty fall despite global cues; IT, financials lead decline

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower on Tuesday, with the Sensex declining 329.91 points to 74,529.08 and the Nifty dipping 85.30 points to 23,329, primarily dragged by underperformance in IT, financial, and capital goods stocks despite positive global market trends and easing crude oil prices.

The Real Reason You May Be Feeling Fat, Angry, Tired...

The Real Reason You May Be Feeling Fat, Angry, Tired...

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Dr Pooja Chaudhary, consultant-obstetrics, gynaecology and laparoscopic surgery at Motherhood Hospitals, explains how you can manage your thyroid-related health problems.

Tata Trusts Propose Merger to Keep Tata Sons Unlisted, Shed NBFC Tag

Tata Trusts Propose Merger to Keep Tata Sons Unlisted, Shed NBFC Tag

Rediff.com7 days ago

Tata Trusts, the majority shareholders of Tata Sons, have proposed merging two operating companies, Tata Electronics Systems Solutions Pvt Ltd (TESS) and Tata Consulting Engineers (TCE), with Tata Sons. This restructuring aims to shed Tata Sons' classification as a non-banking financial company (NBFC) and a core investment company (CIC), thereby allowing it to retain its status as an unlisted private company and resolve ongoing disputes regarding its future ownership.

Infantino's reform pledge fails to satisfy federations seeking sweeping FIFA overhaul

Infantino's reform pledge fails to satisfy federations seeking sweeping FIFA overhaul

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Germany, Netherlands, Sweden and Wales have questioned Infantino's reform pledge, arguing that FIFA needs deeper governance changes, stronger accountability and broader leadership reforms to restore trust.

Sjored Marijne's Masterclass: Guiding India To Asian Games Gold And Olympic Berth

Sjored Marijne's Masterclass: Guiding India To Asian Games Gold And Olympic Berth

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team secured a historic gold medal at the Asian Games, defeating China 1-0, and simultaneously qualified for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This remarkable turnaround is largely attributed to head coach Sjored Marijne, who transformed a divided and underperforming squad into a united, fearless, and successful team within nine months.

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Thai Guava Salad

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Thai Guava Salad

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Crisp, juicy guava gets a Thai-inspired makeover in Chef Sarab Kapoor's refreshing salad.

'Dangerous path': India warns citizens against joining Russian military

'Dangerous path': India warns citizens against joining Russian military

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Ministry of External Affairs has issued a strong advisory warning Indian nationals against joining the Russian armed forces, citing significant mortal dangers. The MEA noted instances of individuals seeking recruitment for monetary benefits, with some even renouncing Indian citizenship. The government is actively engaged with Russia to ensure the safety and early discharge of Indians already serving, having secured the release of 139 nationals previously.

ISRO Pensioners Urge Modi To Address Privatisation Concerns

ISRO Pensioners Urge Modi To Address Privatisation Concerns

Rediff.com4 days ago

'It seems the prime minister may not be given the real picture about the country's space sector and ISRO. So, we are having the seminar to bring the issues to his notice.'

IT Q2 Preview: Muted Growth, Steady Margins Expected Amid AI Deflation

IT Q2 Preview: Muted Growth, Steady Margins Expected Amid AI Deflation

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's leading IT companies are anticipated to report subdued revenue growth and largely stable margins for the July-September quarter, as clients maintain tight discretionary budgets, with analysts closely watching the conversion of strong bookings into revenue and the impact of AI on traditional services.

SC refuses to stay MDR on UPI, seeks govt's response

SC refuses to stay MDR on UPI, seeks govt's response

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Supreme Court has refused to grant an interim stay on the imposition of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI person-to-merchant transactions exceeding Rs 2,000, which is set to take effect from October 15. The court has agreed to examine the challenge to this new fee and has issued notices to the Centre, RBI, and NPCI, seeking their responses within four weeks. A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) argues that the levy lacks statutory safeguards, transparency, and public consultation, and could adversely affect merchants and consumers.

Sept IPO Fundraising Highest In CY26

Sept IPO Fundraising Highest In CY26

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian IPO market recorded its highest monthly fundraising in September, with 34 mainboard companies raising 39,309 crore, despite a significant decline in the Nifty 50 index.

Mumbai airport set for 265 weekly international flight cuts from Oct 25

Mumbai airport set for 265 weekly international flight cuts from Oct 25

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai International Airport is set to reduce 265 weekly international flights from October 25 to facilitate the redevelopment of Terminal 1. This move, impacting 46 airlines including IndiGo and Air India, has raised concerns among carriers and global aviation bodies like IATA, who advocate for collaborative planning over mandated relocations.

PIL in SC against govt's 0.4% MDR on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000

PIL in SC against govt's 0.4% MDR on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

A Public Interest Litigation has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Centre's decision to impose a 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI person-to-merchant transactions exceeding Rs 2,000. The plea argues that the levy was introduced without adequate statutory safeguards, transparency, or public consultation, and questions its constitutional validity and potential adverse effects on merchants and consumers.

JD-U MLA Anant Singh backs rival candidate to settle scores with party MLC

JD-U MLA Anant Singh backs rival candidate to settle scores with party MLC

Rediff.com7 days ago

JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh has publicly declared his intention to support and campaign for Jan Suraaj Party candidate Anuj Singh against his own party's MLC, Neeraj Kumar, in the upcoming Bihar legislative council polls. Singh cited personal scores and past conspiracies involving Neeraj Kumar and RCP Singh as reasons for his rebellion.

Will The NEET Exam Go Online From Next Year?

Will The NEET Exam Go Online From Next Year?

Rediff.com5 days ago

The ministry of education is actively formulating a computer-based testing strategy to transition the crucial NEET medical entrance exam to an online format.

How foreign varsities modified campuses to prevent suicides

How foreign varsities modified campuses to prevent suicides

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian educational institutions are adopting physical modifications like "anti-suicide" fans and barriers to prevent student suicides, drawing parallels with measures taken by foreign universities such as Houston, Cornell, Harvard, and NYU. While these measures are seen as "bandaid solutions" by some, experts suggest restricting access to lethal means is a valid part of a comprehensive suicide prevention strategy, alongside crucial mental health support.

JD-U softens stand on UCC, says 'will not oppose for no reason'

JD-U softens stand on UCC, says 'will not oppose for no reason'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary stated that the JD(U) will thoroughly study the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill before deciding on its stance, indicating they will not oppose it without valid reasons. This position contrasts with the RJD's strong opposition and highlights the JD(U)'s independent approach within the NDA.