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'Andhra Will Become Gateway Of India For Investment'

'Andhra Will Become Gateway Of India For Investment'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

'We are expecting investment, public and private, of around Rs 40 trillion by 2029.'

Airfares May Surge After Court Order

Airfares May Surge After Court Order

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

The cost of any flight from Delhi and Mumbai could rise by up to Rs 3,000 soon unless the airport regulator is able to reverse a court order.

Ajit Pawar's Balancing Act With Muslims

Ajit Pawar's Balancing Act With Muslims

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Ajit Pawar became a ray of hope for Muslims, the only man in power who could resolve their grievances.

Bareilly cleric's aides get Rs 1.25 cr power theft notices

Bareilly cleric's aides get Rs 1.25 cr power theft notices

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Five associates of controversial cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza have been issued recovery notices of over Rs 1.25 crore for alleged power theft at e-charging stations in Bareilly. Authorities are cracking down on illegal activities linked to the cleric and his associates.

BJP-led Mahayuti clinches 25 of 29 Maha civic bodies

BJP-led Mahayuti clinches 25 of 29 Maha civic bodies

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Breaking the nearly three-decade-old dominance of the undivided Shiv Sena, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday emerged victorious in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, and also vanquished the alliance of Nationalist Congress Party factions led by Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar in the Pune civic body.

Iran says forces ready for war; accuses US, Israel of stoking unrest

Iran says forces ready for war; accuses US, Israel of stoking unrest

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Baghaei also alleged that recent unrest in Iran was fuelled by foreign interference, claiming riots were triggered by "very evident" interventionist remarks by US and Israeli officials.

'Insurance Sector Is At An Unstable Equilibrium'

'Insurance Sector Is At An Unstable Equilibrium'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Other sectors that manage the savings pools of Indians are giving tough competition to life insurance companies.'

Protesters in Bangladesh demand 'ban on Indians'

Protesters in Bangladesh demand 'ban on Indians'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

A rally in Dhaka, Bangladesh, organized by the Inqilab Moncho party, demanded justice for slain student leader Sharif Osman Hadi and called for the cancellation of work permits for all Indians residing in Bangladesh. The protest also sought the repatriation of alleged killers believed to be in India, further straining relations between the two countries.

ISL Crisis: Desperate AIFF Willing To Take 'Pay Cut'!

ISL Crisis: Desperate AIFF Willing To Take 'Pay Cut'!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

AIFF for "flexible" approach during Sports Minister Mandaviya's meeting with football stakeholders.

Cabinet OKs Private Entry into Nuclear Power

Cabinet OKs Private Entry into Nuclear Power

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

The Bill is likely to pave the way for amending two existing legislations -- the Atomic Energy Act 1962, and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act 2010.

Axis Max Life aims to be 'breakout No. 3' in life insurance: MD & CEO

Axis Max Life aims to be 'breakout No. 3' in life insurance: MD & CEO

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Following Axis Max Life Insurance's second-quarter results for 2025-26, Sumit Madan, managing director and chief executive officer of the company, speaks to Aathira Varier and Subrata Panda/Business Standard about growth aspirations, strategies to offset the impact of the input tax credit (ITC) withdrawal, reverse merger plans, and more.

Russia, China condemn US action in Venezuela

Russia, China condemn US action in Venezuela

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Russia and China on Saturday condemned the United States airstrikes on Venezuela and the capture of its president, Nicolas Maduro and his wife.

Activist Harjeet Singh held after ED raids; Pak, B'desh trips under lens

Activist Harjeet Singh held after ED raids; Pak, B'desh trips under lens

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Uttar Pradesh excise department arrested climate activist Harjeet Singh for allegedly possessing excess liquor after the ED searched his premises in connection with a foreign exchange violation case. The ED is investigating the misuse of funds received from abroad and Singh's visits to Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Gujarat once again a 'tiger state' after 30 years

Gujarat once again a 'tiger state' after 30 years

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

After more than three decades, Gujarat has regained the status of a 'tiger-present state', with the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) confirming the presence of a tiger in the state.

Indian football shake-up: ISL clubs want full control

Indian football shake-up: ISL clubs want full control

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Indian Super League (ISL) clubs on Friday formally proposed a fundamental restructuring of the country's top-tier professional football league, seeking perpetual operational and commercial rights for a club-owned league model while retaining the All India Football Federation (AIFF) as the sport's regulator.

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Years of repression and disappearances have taught Venezuelans, the hard way, not to voice either their anger or their joy, observes Radha Roy Biswas who spent her formative years in Venezuela.

Fresh violence in Cuttack, internet suspended for 24 hours

Fresh violence in Cuttack, internet suspended for 24 hours

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Cuttack remains tense following violence during a Durga idol immersion procession. Internet services are suspended, and political leaders appeal for communal harmony.

Amid India protests, Yunus govt takes responsibility of Dipu Das' family

Amid India protests, Yunus govt takes responsibility of Dipu Das' family

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Yunus's office, meanwhile, reconfirmed that financial and welfare assistance would be provided to Das' family, and relevant authorities would remain in close contact with them in the coming period.

Do RERA Check Before You Buy A Home

Do RERA Check Before You Buy A Home

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Before booking a flat, buyers should confirm that the project is registered with the state's Rera portal.

'GST 2.0 Boost For Insurance Industry'

'GST 2.0 Boost For Insurance Industry'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

'It will support our growth aspirations. It's very positive as it helps expand the market in a segment that really needs it.'

Mumbai monorail breakdown: MMRDA suspends 2 officials; probe underway

Mumbai monorail breakdown: MMRDA suspends 2 officials; probe underway

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The MMRDA, which operates the monorail services in the metropolis, also initiated a high-level inquiry into the August 19 incident, officials said.

'I was captured': Maduro pleads not guilty in first US court appearance

'I was captured': Maduro pleads not guilty in first US court appearance

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Maduro raised questions over the legality of his arrest during his first appearance before a US federal court in New York, claiming he was detained at his residence in Caracas, Venezuela, CNN reported.

'NPS Will Exceed 30% Growth This Financial Year'

'NPS Will Exceed 30% Growth This Financial Year'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'The informal sector can grow at a 100 per cent rate -- we have to plan big.'

Goa nightclub fire: Owners denied relief, MEA may revoke passports

Goa nightclub fire: Owners denied relief, MEA may revoke passports

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A Delhi court on Wednesday refused to give any interim protection from arrest to Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the ill-fated Goa nightclub who fled to Thailand, as their partner was held in connection with the fire incident that killed 25 people last weekend.

Assam Intensifies Eviction Drives

Assam Intensifies Eviction Drives

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

'Losing a house is a terrible feeling... We were not given enough time to shift our belongings.'

SC upholds land acquisition for Yamuna Expressway development

SC upholds land acquisition for Yamuna Expressway development

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

In a significant verdict, the Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld the validity of land acquisition for the integrated development of the Yamuna Expressway and its adjoining areas in Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh.

'India Should Move Quickly As Conditions Change'

'India Should Move Quickly As Conditions Change'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

'The real story of 2025 is that India officially stopped being a 'market of the future' and started acting as the world's primary economic engine.'

What Happens When A High Court Judge Resists Transfer?

What Happens When A High Court Judge Resists Transfer?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

'Refusal does not invite immediate legal penalty; it invites Constitutional unease.'

X blocks 3,500 posts, deletes 600 accounts after Grok AI row

X blocks 3,500 posts, deletes 600 accounts after Grok AI row

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

X has accepted its mistake, and said it will comply with Indian laws, sources said, adding that in future, the platform will not allow obscene imagery.

I Love Muhammad protests: Agitation planned on anti-CAA stir model

I Love Muhammad protests: Agitation planned on anti-CAA stir model

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Police on Monday detained a close associate of cleric and Ittehad-e-Millat Council chief Tauqeer Raza Khan in connection with the recent violence in Bareilly during a protest in support of the 'I Love Muhammad' campaign, officials said.

Will Mumbai's Redevelopment Boom Last?

Will Mumbai's Redevelopment Boom Last?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'Developers have started offering 70% to 100% extra area and beyond.' 'If the market cycle shifts -- as many are already predicting with signs of price saturation and reduction -- most recent redevelopment projects will unravel.'

'My Dream Is To Keep Our Flag Flying High'

'My Dream Is To Keep Our Flag Flying High'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

'It's a dream that I have achieved.'

RSS@100: The Challenges Ahead

RSS@100: The Challenges Ahead

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

'The RSS, that advocated military strength, remained in the ideological doghouse for over half a century. Many of the RSS' responses even today carry the burden of this past,' points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'Keeping Modi-Shah Away From Mumbai Was Deliberate'

'Keeping Modi-Shah Away From Mumbai Was Deliberate'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'It would have polarised the Marathi-non Marathi divide further. 'Fadnavis had a very clear strategy: Let all Marathi people campaign for us (the BJP), and whatever results we get will be delivered by Marathi people only.'

No Kohli return at Chinnaswamy after police deny clearance

No Kohli return at Chinnaswamy after police deny clearance

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh said that permission has been denied to hold the Vijay Hazare Trophy match at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium on December 24.

Six states evince interest to join UPS, says PFRDA chairman S Ramann

Six states evince interest to join UPS, says PFRDA chairman S Ramann

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) adoption rate has risen to over 4.35 per cent, with more than 100,000 people out of 2.3 million eligible individuals opting for it, Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) chairman S Ramann said in an exclusive interview with Business Standard on Monday. He also said that six states had approached the PFRDA for help in adoption of the scheme.

Former Pak spy chief Faiz Hameed jailed for 14 years

Former Pak spy chief Faiz Hameed jailed for 14 years

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Pakistan's former spy chief Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to 14 years in jail by a military court after being found guilty of violating the Official Secrets Act and engaging in political activities. This marks the first time a former ISI chief has been convicted.

Sitharaman Orders Banks to Return Unclaimed Citizens' Money

Sitharaman Orders Banks to Return Unclaimed Citizens' Money

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Given that a sizeable part of this money is part of the coveted current accounts and savings accounts, it is surprising that banks are not in a hurry to revive these accounts, notes Tamal Bandyopdhyay.

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