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Dentist Arrested For Crooked Property Deals In Delhi

Dentist Arrested For Crooked Property Deals In Delhi

Rediff.com14 May 2026

A dentist in Delhi, accused of defrauding multiple people of over Rs 1 crore through fraudulent property deals, has been arrested after being on the run for seven months.

Telangana: Three Arrested For Murdering Elderly Lenders

Telangana: Three Arrested For Murdering Elderly Lenders

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Three individuals have been arrested in Vikarabad district, Telangana, for allegedly murdering two elderly women from whom they had borrowed money. Investigations revealed the accused were planning to kill six other women to whom they owed money.

Beyond Naukri, Info Edge finds new growth engine

Beyond Naukri, Info Edge finds new growth engine

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Info Edge (India), the company behind Naukri.com, has seen its startup investment portfolio, spanning AI, deeptech, and consumer tech, grow to Rs 41,300 crore from an investment of Rs 4,900 crore since 2007. This significant valuation increase comes despite headwinds in its core recruitment business, which has been impacted by weak hiring trends and IT sector uncertainty.

CCTV captures chilling office murder: Spurned partner stabs woman 30 times

CCTV captures chilling office murder: Spurned partner stabs woman 30 times

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

A 29-year-old woman was allegedly knifed to death by her colleague and spurned partner inside the office of a private company in Mohali, the horror unfolding in full view of others who tried to stop the attack but could not, police said on Friday.

Sensex Sees Worst H1 Since 2020

Sensex Sees Worst H1 Since 2020

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

IT stocks had their worst first half fall in decades, with the Nifty IT index declining 31% in the January-June 2026 period, its biggest decline in the first six months of a calendar year since 2003.

Why Smallcaps Are Winning The Market Battle

Why Smallcaps Are Winning The Market Battle

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

The remarkable rise of smallcaps reflects the emergence of a broad set of specialised businesses operating in industries where the sectoral tailwinds remain considerably stronger than macroeconomic headwinds, points out Debashis Basu.

Body Of Woman Found Stuffed In Sack In Jharkhand River

Body Of Woman Found Stuffed In Sack In Jharkhand River

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The body of a 25-year-old woman was found in a plastic sack floating in the Jamuniya river in Jharkhand's Bokaro district. Police are investigating the case as a murder.

India aims to operationalise 9 FTAs in 10 months, eyes more pacts: Piyush Goyal

India aims to operationalise 9 FTAs in 10 months, eyes more pacts: Piyush Goyal

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India expects to operationalise nine free trade agreements (FTAs) within the next 10 months, with plans for an additional three to four significant pacts over the coming year, reinforcing India's ambition to become a global manufacturing and investment hub.

5 Reasons Education Loans Can Be A Smart Investment

5 Reasons Education Loans Can Be A Smart Investment

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Rising study-abroad costs are prompting families to use education loans strategically while preserving savings, liquidity and long-term financial stability, says Yogesh Rawat

Equity MF Inflows Plunge in May as Volatility Hits Investor Sentiment

Equity MF Inflows Plunge in May as Volatility Hits Investor Sentiment

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Net mutual fund inflows into active equity schemes in India plummeted by 40 per cent month-on-month in May, reaching a one-year low of 22,908 crore, primarily due to weaker lump-sum investments and increased redemptions amidst significant market volatility and global uncertainties.

Three Arrested In Gurugram For Auto-Rickshaw Robbery

Three Arrested In Gurugram For Auto-Rickshaw Robbery

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Gurugram police have arrested three individuals for allegedly robbing a passenger in an auto-rickshaw after offering him a lift. The incident occurred on April 10 when the victim was waiting for an auto-rickshaw outside the IFSC building in Sector 66. The accused, identified as Irfan, Sohail, and Ruksana, have been arrested by the crime branch.

EPF Scheme 2026: What's Changed for You?

EPF Scheme 2026: What's Changed for You?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

For members, the message is simple: don't be misled by headlines about '100% withdrawal'. The basic purpose of the EPF remains unchanged -- to help employees build a financial cushion for retirement while allowing limited access to savings for genuine needs during their working lives.

Woman Allegedly Killed By Husband In Palghar's Virar

Woman Allegedly Killed By Husband In Palghar's Virar

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A woman was allegedly killed by her husband at a construction site in Virar, Palghar district. The accused is on the run with his second wife and children. The victim and accused were migrant labourers from Bihar.

Gurugram Authorities Demolish Drug Smuggler's Illegal Property

Gurugram Authorities Demolish Drug Smuggler's Illegal Property

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Gurugram Police demolished an eight-story building allegedly used as a paying guest accommodation by convicted drug smuggler Satpal alias Kalu. The demolition was a joint effort with the municipal corporation, targeting properties acquired through drug trafficking proceeds. Authorities also demolished property illegally occupied by another alleged drug peddler.

Netradyne Buys Moove To Boost European Operations

Netradyne Buys Moove To Boost European Operations

Rediff.com5 May 2026

AI-powered fleet safety and performance solutions provider Netradyne has acquired European fleet intelligence and connected mobility company Moove Connected Mobility for an undisclosed sum.

Two Arrested In Ex-NSG Commando Murder Case In Gurugram

Two Arrested In Ex-NSG Commando Murder Case In Gurugram

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Two individuals have been apprehended in Gurugram for the alleged murder of a former National Security Guard (NSG) commando in Kasan village, Manesar. The accused, identified as Gulshan and Kartik Chauhan, were arrested, and the firearms used in the crime were recovered. The murder was reportedly motivated by revenge for the killing of Kartik Chauhan's father in 2018.

Woman's Body Exhumed After Alleged Murder By Daughter, Boyfriend

Woman's Body Exhumed After Alleged Murder By Daughter, Boyfriend

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Police in Ranchi exhumed the body of a 50-year-old woman allegedly murdered by her daughter and her boyfriend. The incident occurred within the Doranda police station limits, and the suspects have been arrested.

Are You A Freelancer? Here's An ITR Guide

Are You A Freelancer? Here's An ITR Guide

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Tax treatment depends on the activity and manner of earning income.

Now, Get Your Salary Before 7th A Comprehensive Guide to Employee Rights

Now, Get Your Salary Before 7th A Comprehensive Guide to Employee Rights

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

India's Code on Wages mandates strict payout deadlines, two-day full and final settlements, universal wage coverage and capped deductions to safeguard employees and enhance payroll transparency nationwide.

Madurai Teen Murder: Five Arrested; CM Vijay Orders Swift Action on Heinous Crimes

Madurai Teen Murder: Five Arrested; CM Vijay Orders Swift Action on Heinous Crimes

Rediff.com25 May 2026

A 17-year-old boy was murdered in the car parking area of the Sri Meenakshi Amman temple in Madurai, leading to the arrest of five suspects, including two juveniles. Concurrently, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay directed police to promptly register and expedite cases related to sexual crimes and other heinous offences, ensuring stringent punishment for culprits.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty rise on low oil price

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty rise on low oil price

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty climbed in early trade, driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices following reports of a potential 60-day ceasefire extension between the US and Iran, coupled with positive global market trends and buying in IT stocks.

Income Tax Department Enables Online Filing of ITR-1 and ITR-4 for AY 2026-27

Income Tax Department Enables Online Filing of ITR-1 and ITR-4 for AY 2026-27

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The Income Tax department has enabled online filing for ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-4 (Sugam) for the Assessment Year 2026-27, allowing small and medium taxpayers to file returns for income earned in the 2025-26 fiscal year.

Thane Police Solve Civil Engineer Murder Case, Arrest Nurse

Thane Police Solve Civil Engineer Murder Case, Arrest Nurse

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Thane police have solved the murder case of a 24-year-old civil engineer, Arbaz Khan, whose body was found in a drum in a nullah in Vasai. A nurse, Mehjabin Sheikh, and her brother have been arrested in connection with the crime, which stemmed from a failed extortion attempt.

Faridabad Woman Found Dead; Family Alleges Murder

Faridabad Woman Found Dead; Family Alleges Murder

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A woman was found dead at her home in Faridabad, with her family alleging murder by her husband, his alleged lover, and his parents. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

Rajesh Exports' chief distances firm from LIC's investments

Rajesh Exports' chief distances firm from LIC's investments

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Rajesh Mehta, Chairman of Rajesh Exports, has distanced his firm from LIC's investment decisions, stating, "We don't even know where LIC's office is. We have no contact, no connection. This decision of buying shares through the secondary market is their own decision in a prudent commercial manner."

Why Modi Wants To Curb NGOs Funding

Why Modi Wants To Curb NGOs Funding

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Larger NGOs could no longer work with smaller ones, especially those organisations working on the ground that had no means of or expertise in raising money themselves, reveals Aakar Patel.

'Feeling Ignored By New Joinee. Is It Ego?'

'Feeling Ignored By New Joinee. Is It Ego?'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

'Maybe it's time to think: Am I jealous that the new girl has suddenly come in and become popular? Do I feel left out because I don't get the same kind of attention that she does?'

Fruit Trader Murdered In Gurugram Over Cart Placement Dispute

Fruit Trader Murdered In Gurugram Over Cart Placement Dispute

Rediff.com28 May 2026

A man has been arrested in Gurugram for allegedly murdering a fruit trader following a heated argument over the placement of a fruit cart in Khandsa Mandi. The incident, captured on CCTV, shows the accused stabbing the victim multiple times with a 'sua'.

Cybercriminals Use Fake Cricket Ticket Sites To Defraud Public

Cybercriminals Use Fake Cricket Ticket Sites To Defraud Public

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Police in Shimla warn the public about fraudulent websites designed to dupe people under the guise of cricket match ticket bookings. The Cyber Helpline Data Centre has received numerous complaints, highlighting the difficulty in distinguishing these fake sites from genuine ones.

RBI interest rate decision, US-Iran situation to be key market drivers this week

RBI interest rate decision, US-Iran situation to be key market drivers this week

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Indian equity market is set for an event-heavy week, with analysts pointing to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) interest rate decision, developments in the US-Iran situation, and crude oil prices as the primary determinants of market trends.

West Asia tensions, crude oil, FII activity to dictate market movement

West Asia tensions, crude oil, FII activity to dictate market movement

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Analysts predict that developments in West Asia, their impact on crude oil prices, and the trading activity of foreign institutional investors (FIIs) will be crucial factors influencing the Indian stock market this week.

Gujarat, And Its Strange, Thirsty Prohibition

Gujarat, And Its Strange, Thirsty Prohibition

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Prohibition never stopped anyone from drinking in Gujarat. It only made the stories that come after a lot more interesting, recounts Binu Alex.

Mumbai Man Cheats Widow Of 7 Crore With False Loan Promise

Mumbai Man Cheats Widow Of 7 Crore With False Loan Promise

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A man in Mumbai has been booked for allegedly cheating a woman of 7 crore by making false promises of financial assistance and business loans after her husband's death. The accused, Bharat Singh alias Johnny, allegedly obtained the woman's GST login credentials and carried out fake transactions in her company's name.

Half of Indian companies to adopt AI payroll in a year, ADP report finds

Half of Indian companies to adopt AI payroll in a year, ADP report finds

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A new report by ADP reveals that one in two Indian companies plan to adopt AI-powered payroll systems within the next 12 months, driven by the need for automation in workforce management, compliance, and compensation decisions. However, firms are increasingly cautious about data protection risks, especially with the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.

Selling Property? Tax Questions Answered

Selling Property? Tax Questions Answered

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

rediffGURU Vipul Bhavsar answers readers' personal income tax queries

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Jharkhand police have arrested 10 cyber criminals in Deoghar district for defrauding people through fake online platforms and fraudulent cashback offers.

Paramotor Digital Tech Files For IPO Under Sebi's Pre-Filing Route

Paramotor Digital Tech Files For IPO Under Sebi's Pre-Filing Route

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Fintech and enterprise technology firm Paramotor Digital Technology Ltd has confidentially filed draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO). The company submitted its draft papers under Sebi's pre-filing route, which allows issuers to keep details related to the issue size and other key information confidential until a later stage.

Banks Advised To Use RBI's AI Tool To Combat Cyber Fraud

Banks Advised To Use RBI's AI Tool To Combat Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju has urged banks to adopt the MuleHunter AI tool developed by RBI to identify and prevent mule accounts used in cyber financial frauds. The meeting also discussed 'Operation Octopus' by Hyderabad Police and emphasised coordinated efforts and intelligence sharing.

NBFCs show strong Q4, but near-term outlook remains cautious

NBFCs show strong Q4, but near-term outlook remains cautious

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) reported encouraging results for Q4FY26 with improved asset quality and earnings, but analysts maintain a cautious near-term outlook due to geopolitical tensions, monsoon risks, and specific portfolio concerns.

Capital Market Firms Post Strong Q4 Growth Amidst MTM Headwinds

Capital Market Firms Post Strong Q4 Growth Amidst MTM Headwinds

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Listed capital market companies in India delivered strong fourth-quarter earnings growth, with a universe of 12 firms posting 30 per cent year-on-year revenue growth and 19 per cent earnings growth in Q4FY26, despite mark-to-market (MTM) losses impacting headline profitability for some.