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Rahul cites Gen Naravane's post to counter Penguin claim

Rahul cites Gen Naravane's post to counter Penguin claim

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Gandhi read out Gen Naravane's social media post on X (then Twitter), which said, 'Hello friends. My book is available now. Just follow the link. Happy reading. Jai Hind.'

PM pressured to hand over people's data as part of US deal, alleges Rahul

PM pressured to hand over people's data as part of US deal, alleges Rahul

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Rahul Gandhi claims the Indo-US trade deal will compromise the data security of 1.5 billion Indians, alleging Prime Minister Modi is surrendering India's data resources to the US. He warns of potential job losses in the IT sector due to AI and the importance of controlling India's data pool.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 You Can't Buy

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 You Can't Buy

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Samsung has revealed a bespoke Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition, crafted solely for competitors at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games.

Hyderabad claims its place as global MNC destination

Hyderabad claims its place as global MNC destination

Rediff.com4 days ago

Hyderabad is rapidly emerging as a strategic hub for multinational companies (MNCs) deepening their focus on artificial intelligence (AI), life sciences, and global capability centres (GCCs), supported by the city's strong pharmaceutical (pharma) base, deeptech talent pool, and a policy environment that encourages high-value investment.

Ankur Warikoo: AI Could Be Your 'Best Friend' in the Future

Ankur Warikoo: AI Could Be Your 'Best Friend' in the Future

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Relationships do not work out because people are unpredictable. They're emotional. They are biased. An AI companion will not be any of these,' says entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo.

India seizes 3 Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers

India seizes 3 Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers

Rediff.com5 days ago

India has seized three US-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran and increased surveillance in its maritime zone to curb illicit trade.

Coast Guard busts international oil smuggling racket; seizes 3 vessels

Coast Guard busts international oil smuggling racket; seizes 3 vessels

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The Indian Coast Guard intercepted three vessels involved in an international oil smuggling syndicate operating in international waters near Mumbai, uncovering a sophisticated operation that evaded customs duties.

Naravane book row: Penguin says pre-order is not publication

Naravane book row: Penguin says pre-order is not publication

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Penguin Random House India (PRHI) has issued a clarification regarding its book publication process amid a controversy surrounding former army chief MM Naravane's memoir, 'Four Stars of Destiny'. The publisher emphasized that announcing a book, making it available for pre-order, and publishing it are distinct stages, responding to claims made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

Rediff.com2 days ago

India launches AI-driven SPEEED platform to track athlete performance, predict injuries, tackle age fraud and revolutionise sports science nationwide.

'My Wife Thinks I'm Wasting Money on Anime'

'My Wife Thinks I'm Wasting Money on Anime'

Rediff.com2 days ago

rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur, a therapist and marriage counsellor, explains how you can discuss money matters in a relationship.

Public sector banks' profit grows 18% to record Rs 52,603 cr in Q3

Public sector banks' profit grows 18% to record Rs 52,603 cr in Q3

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Led by the country's biggest lender State Bank of India (SBI), public sector banks logged a record cumulative profit of Rs 52,603 crore in the third quarter of the current fiscal, reflecting an 18 per cent year-on-year growth.

'Blatant assault on public order': Court slams IYC protest at AI Summit

'Blatant assault on public order': Court slams IYC protest at AI Summit

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A Delhi court has criticized the conduct of Indian Youth Congress workers who protested at the AI Impact Summit venue, stating their actions were not legitimate dissent but a 'blatant assault on public order' that also harmed the country's diplomatic image.

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

Rediff.com3 days ago

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasized the importance of democratizing Artificial Intelligence as the only fair and safe way forward, highlighting India's significant progress in AI adoption.

Digital Arrest Scams: What You Must Know

Digital Arrest Scams: What You Must Know

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Senior citizens are particularly vulnerable due to their high savings, trust in authorities, and limited familiarity with online frauds.

Tata Motors delivers a knock-out Punch.ev

Tata Motors delivers a knock-out Punch.ev

Rediff.com1 days ago

With its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model Tata Motors just redrew the EV battle lines, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com

Anthropic's Scores Big On India Revenue

Anthropic's Scores Big On India Revenue

Rediff.com3 days ago

India is emerging as Claude.ai's second-largest user base, driven by strong adoption in coding, maths and enterprise AI tasks.

The MG Majestor: First Look

The MG Majestor: First Look

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

MG Majestor has the Fortuner in its sights.

AI scare triggers worst FPI fortnightly exit from IT stocks since July 2025

AI scare triggers worst FPI fortnightly exit from IT stocks since July 2025

Rediff.com2 days ago

Fears around artificial intelligence (AI) sparked a global selloff in information technology (IT) stocks, dragging down domestic software shares and prompting the heaviest foreign portfolio investor (FPI) outflows since the second half of July 2025.

AI push: Tax break for global cloud firms using Indian data centres

AI push: Tax break for global cloud firms using Indian data centres

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

The Union Budget on Sunday proposed a tax holiday till 2047 for foreign companies that provide cloud services to customers globally using data centres located in India, signalling the government's push to make the country a major hub for AI and digital infrastructure.

Delhi cops probe 'conspiracy' behind Naravane memoir leak

Delhi cops probe 'conspiracy' behind Naravane memoir leak

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell has issued a notice to Penguin Random House India regarding the alleged unauthorized circulation of former Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane's unpublished book, 'Four Stars of Destiny'. The investigation follows reports of the manuscript being illegally disseminated before publication, leading to an FIR.

AI push: Tax break for global cloud firms using Indian data centres

AI push: Tax break for global cloud firms using Indian data centres

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

The Union Budget on Sunday proposed a tax holiday till 2047 for foreign companies that provide cloud services to customers globally using data centres located in India, signalling the government's push to make the country a major hub for AI and digital infrastructure.

Who Sleeps The Least? 7 Countries With Sleep Defecits

Who Sleeps The Least? 7 Countries With Sleep Defecits

Rediff.com6 days ago

Barely 45.45 per cent of South Koreans achieve the recommended nightly rest, highlighting a growing wellness concern. Data from PlushCare places South Korea and several nations in the Middle East among seven nations where people consistently fall short of the expert-advised 8-9 hours of sleep each night, reflecting how modern routines are reshaping global rest patterns.

Macron's India visit gets a Bollywood twist with Dhurandhar track

Macron's India visit gets a Bollywood twist with Dhurandhar track

Rediff.com2 days ago

French President Emmanuel Macron's recent state visit to India concluded with a tribute video featuring the title track from the Hindi blockbuster 'Dhurandhar,' sparking widespread social media buzz.

'Salim Khan Is Doing Quite Well'

'Salim Khan Is Doing Quite Well'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Doctor on Salim Khan: 'Unko thoda haemorrhage hua tha, which we've tackled.'

Bill Gates to visit Andhra on Monday for talks with Chandrababu Naidu

Bill Gates to visit Andhra on Monday for talks with Chandrababu Naidu

Rediff.com6 days ago

Microsoft founder Bill Gates is scheduled to visit Amaravati to discuss expanding cooperation with Andhra Pradesh in health and artificial intelligence initiatives with Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu.

Adani commits $100 bn for RE-powered AI data centres

Adani commits $100 bn for RE-powered AI data centres

Rediff.com3 days ago

Adani group on Tuesday announced a $100 billion investment to develop hyperscale, artificial intelligence (AI)-ready data centres powered by renewable energy by 2035. The initiative is expected to catalyse an extra $150 billion in investment across server manufacturing, electrical infrastructure, Cloud platforms, and supporting industries over the next decade.

Know This About The 2027 Census

Know This About The 2027 Census

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

2027's housing census trims questions but adds digital-age indicators like Internet and smartphones.

India clarifies stance on proposed interim trade pact with US

India clarifies stance on proposed interim trade pact with US

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

India has clarified its position on the proposed interim trade agreement with the US, stating that the joint statement remains the basis for mutual understanding. Amendments to a White House fact sheet reflect shared understandings, with both sides working towards finalizing the agreement.

India Inc lauds Budget for bold bets on AI, data centres

India Inc lauds Budget for bold bets on AI, data centres

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

India Inc on Sunday hailed the Union Budget 2026-27 as a 'structural shift' in the country's technology landscape, noting that the government is moving beyond fragmented pilots to build foundational layers where AI serves as a 'horizontal enabler' for the entire economy.

UP engineer, wife get death penalty for sexually abusing 33 children

UP engineer, wife get death penalty for sexually abusing 33 children

Rediff.com1 days ago

During the probe, it was found that Ram Bhawan, a resident of Naraini town in Banda district, had been living in a rented room in Chitrakoot district where the offences were committed, with his wife allegedly assisting him, the agency said.

Buttler 'a bit frustrated' with T20 World Cup form, but in no mood to 'rein in a bit'

Buttler 'a bit frustrated' with T20 World Cup form, but in no mood to 'rein in a bit'

Rediff.com1 days ago

England's Jos Buttler expresses frustration with his T20 World Cup form but remains committed to aggressive batting. Despite achieving milestones, he seeks to convert starts into significant contributions.

'AI Is Happening Whether You Like It Or Not': Info Edge Founder

'AI Is Happening Whether You Like It Or Not': Info Edge Founder

Rediff.com4 days ago

"If you're young, focus on your job and your career. Learn five to 15 useful AI tools. Because the older generation in many organisations won't adopt them as quickly. They won't experiment as freely. They won't move as fast. And if you become AI-enabled, you become more productive. More valuable. More relevant," says Info Edge founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani.

STT on futures hiked, share buyback taxed as capital gains

STT on futures hiked, share buyback taxed as capital gains

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

The FM also said the government has proposed a joint panel of Corporate Affairs Ministry and CBDT for incorporation of income computation and disclosure standards.

AI can help India achieve Viksit Bharat goal, but poses high risk to jobs: IMF chief

AI can help India achieve Viksit Bharat goal, but poses high risk to jobs: IMF chief

Rediff.com1 days ago

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discusses the potential of artificial intelligence to boost global growth, particularly in India, while also addressing the significant risks of job displacement and financial instability.

India's internet user base crosses 950 million in 2025: IAMAI report

India's internet user base crosses 950 million in 2025: IAMAI report

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

India's internet user base crossed 950 million in 2025, driven largely by rapid growth in rural connectivity, rising short-video consumption, and increasing adoption of AI, according to a report released by IAMAI on Thursday.

Bajaj Auto logs best quarterly earnings in Q3

Bajaj Auto logs best quarterly earnings in Q3

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Two-wheeler (2W) major Bajaj Auto on Friday posted its highest ever quarterly revenue and profit during the third quarter of 2025-26 (Q3FY26). Bajaj Auto's consolidated net profit for the quarter grew by 25 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to Rs 2,749 crore, with the revenue also growing 23 per cent to Rs 16,204 crore.

Grip and choke: Rahul Gandhi on why he used Jiu-Jitsu terms to attack Modi

Grip and choke: Rahul Gandhi on why he used Jiu-Jitsu terms to attack Modi

Rediff.com2 days ago

'In my experience of politics, I have seen political grips and political chokes are mostly hidden. The average person cannot see them,' Rahul Gandhi said.

Palki Sharma Steps Down as managing editor of Firstpost

Palki Sharma Steps Down as managing editor of Firstpost

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Senior journalist Palki Sharma has stepped down as managing editor of Firstpost. Here's what we know about her exit.

Strikes Shake India's Gig Economy

Strikes Shake India's Gig Economy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two of the three strikes are related to the gig economy, a centrepiece of the new labour Codes.

Shai Hope steers Windies past Italy into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten

Shai Hope steers Windies past Italy into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten

Rediff.com3 days ago

Shai Hope's impressive 75 was not enough as Italy's disciplined bowling attack restricted the West Indies to a modest total of 165 for six in their T20 World Cup group stage match.