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A Final Glimpse Of Asha Bhosle

A Final Glimpse Of Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Glimpses of fans and well-wishers saying their last goodbyes to Asha Bhosle.

Did Mohan Bhagwat Sync With Gen Z?

Did Mohan Bhagwat Sync With Gen Z?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

All's well with the State; it's the citizens who have to really buck up, was the sum and substance of Mohan Bhagwat's message to Gen Z.

Geopolitical uncertainty, elevated oil prices drag Sensex, Nifty lower

Geopolitical uncertainty, elevated oil prices drag Sensex, Nifty lower

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower, with the Nifty recording its fourth consecutive day of decline, primarily due to elevated oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, which dampened investor sentiment.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down Over US-Iran Impasse

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down Over US-Iran Impasse

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw declines in early trade, with the ongoing US-Iran standoff cited as a major factor impacting investor sentiment and raising concerns about inflationary pressures and currency volatility for oil-importing nations like India. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 14, 2026.

Hamstring Injury Sidelines Jemimah Rodrigues From The Hundred

Hamstring Injury Sidelines Jemimah Rodrigues From The Hundred

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of The Hundred tournament due to a hamstring injury. This injury puts her participation in the upcoming Women's T20 Asia Cup in doubt, as she has less than three weeks to recover.

Sebi streamlines FPI onboarding, allows digitally signed Power of Attorney

Sebi streamlines FPI onboarding, allows digitally signed Power of Attorney

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's capital markets regulator, Sebi, has simplified the onboarding process for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) by permitting them to submit a digitally signed Power of Attorney (PoA) to their custodians, eliminating the need for notarisation or apostillisation.

Indian Equities Decline as Profit-Taking Hits IT, FMCG Stocks

Indian Equities Decline as Profit-Taking Hits IT, FMCG Stocks

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower on Wednesday, reversing early gains due to profit-taking and weakness in sectors like IT, FMCG, and consumer durables, despite support from lower crude oil prices.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Open Higher as Crude Prices Drop

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Open Higher as Crude Prices Drop

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened higher, driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices and a positive trend in global equities, with foreign fund inflows further bolstering domestic markets.

Abhijeet Dipke gets invite from Union minister to join NDA govt

Abhijeet Dipke gets invite from Union minister to join NDA govt

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale has indicated a potential Union cabinet reshuffle soon and extended an invitation to eight NCP (SP) MPs to join the NDA, even if Sharad Pawar declines. He urged the opposition faction to set aside ideological differences for development. However, NCP (SP) spokesperson Clyde Crasto dismissed Athawale's offer, calling him a "floater." Athawale also addressed the issue of reservation, stating it's a constitutional right.

'Health issue': Djokovic's big US Open concern

'Health issue': Djokovic's big US Open concern

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Novak Djokovic is aiming for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open, but recent physical struggles, particularly in high heat and humidity, raise questions about his ability to endure the demanding tournament. Despite his experience, the 39-year-old faces a challenging field and needs to manage his energy carefully to achieve his historic goal.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Show Resilience Amid Global Caution

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Show Resilience Amid Global Caution

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, traded marginally higher in early deals despite cautious global cues stemming from elevated crude oil prices due to geopolitical uncertainties and a sharp fall in US markets. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 21, 2026.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Keep Crude Prices High

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Keep Crude Prices High

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw declines in early trade, primarily due to elevated crude oil prices stemming from the unresolved geopolitical situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts suggest that while global sentiment improved slightly after a benign US inflation report, the ongoing US-Iran standoff continues to exert pressure on domestic equities. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 13.

RBI net bought $561 mn in June, first purchase since Feb

RBI net bought $561 mn in June, first purchase since Feb

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) net bought $561 million in June, marking its first net purchase since February, following three consecutive months of net sales. This move coincided with a series of government and RBI measures to attract foreign capital, leading to a 0.36 per cent appreciation of the rupee against the dollar.

Rising Crude Prices, US-Iran Tensions Drag Down Indian Equities

Rising Crude Prices, US-Iran Tensions Drag Down Indian Equities

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower for multiple consecutive days, with the Nifty extending its losses to a seventh day, primarily due to elevated crude oil prices following the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire without a diplomatic resolution.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty in Red on Rising Crude Prices

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty in Red on Rising Crude Prices

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to elevated crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainties, particularly following the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 19, 2026.

Sensex, Nifty end down amid rising crude price; Tata Group stock under pressure

Sensex, Nifty end down amid rising crude price; Tata Group stock under pressure

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their decline for a second consecutive day, primarily due to elevated crude oil prices and selling pressure on Tata Group stocks following Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran's announcement that he will not seek reappointment.

Indian Equities End Flat as High Crude Prices, US Yields Cap Gains

Indian Equities End Flat as High Crude Prices, US Yields Cap Gains

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed flat on Friday, with elevated crude oil prices due to geopolitical uncertainties and a rebound in US Treasury yields making investors cautious and preventing a decisive market rally.

Sebi to widen AI surveillance net to detect financial misstatements

Sebi to widen AI surveillance net to detect financial misstatements

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to expand its artificial intelligence (AI)-based surveillance beyond trading data to include corporate filings, aiming to proactively flag financial misstatements and manipulation in quarterly results without relying solely on investor complaints.

Hyundai Motor India reports 35% decline in Q1 PAT, cites 'challenging quarter'

Hyundai Motor India reports 35% decline in Q1 PAT, cites 'challenging quarter'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Hyundai Motor India Ltd reported a 35 per cent decline in consolidated profit after tax to Rs 888.62 crore in the first quarter ended June 30, impacted by lower revenue and higher expenses, with MD & CEO Tarun Garg noting it was a "challenging quarter".

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down on High Crude Prices

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down on High Crude Prices

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to a surge in Brent crude oil prices, which rose above USD 90 per barrel, coupled with subdued global cues and ongoing US-Iran skirmishes. Track Sensex, Nifty on Auigust 12.

Indian Stocks Dip as Global Crude Oil Prices Jump Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Indian Stocks Dip as Global Crude Oil Prices Jump Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower, with the Sensex dropping 388 points and Nifty declining 112 points, as a sharp rally in crude oil prices, driven by geopolitical uncertainties and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, dampened investor sentiment and reignited inflation fears.

Sensex Gains 776 Points as Crude Price Drop

Sensex Gains 776 Points as Crude Price Drop

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Indian stock markets ended a five-day losing streak, with the Sensex surging 776 points and the Nifty gaining 228 points, driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

Sebi to overhaul SME listing framework, tighten AI/ML accountability in financial markets

Sebi to overhaul SME listing framework, tighten AI/ML accountability in financial markets

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to undertake a comprehensive overhaul of the small and medium enterprise (SME) listing framework and tighten accountability around the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in financial markets, Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey announced.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline as Geopolitical Tensions Push Crude Oil Prices Higher

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline as Geopolitical Tensions Push Crude Oil Prices Higher

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw declines in early trade, influenced by elevated crude oil prices stemming from renewed geopolitical uncertainties, particularly concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 11, 2026.

RBI's concessional swap schemes fail to boost rupee despite large forex inflows

RBI's concessional swap schemes fail to boost rupee despite large forex inflows

Rediff.com2 days ago

Despite large inflows of foreign funds mobilised through the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) concessional swap schemes, the rupee has seen little impact because the dollars have largely been absorbed into the central bank's reserves instead of being released into the spot market, according to market participants.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip as Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Crude Price Surge

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip as Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Crude Price Surge

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to a significant spike in crude oil prices, driven by escalating geopolitical uncertainties, despite positive cues from Asian and US markets.

IPL 2026: RCB smash MI in run-fest; Kohli, Salt, Patidar shine

IPL 2026: RCB smash MI in run-fest; Kohli, Salt, Patidar shine

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru powered their way to 240/4 with half-centuries from Virat Kohli, Phil Salt and Rajat Patidar, before holding off a late fightback to beat Mumbai Indians by 18 runs in a high-scoring IPL clash on Sunday.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Up on Easing West Asia Tensions, Drop in Crude Oil Prices

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Up on Easing West Asia Tensions, Drop in Crude Oil Prices

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw a significant rebound in early trade, driven by a sharp decline in crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions in the West Asia, which improved market sentiment and reduced inflation fears. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 27.

'Pressure doesn't affect him': Cricket greats marvel at Sooryavanshi

'Pressure doesn't affect him': Cricket greats marvel at Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was showered with praise by modern day cricket big hitters after his stunning 97 off 29 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator.

My US studies funded by...: Abhijeet Dipke on funding row

My US studies funded by...: Abhijeet Dipke on funding row

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Dipke has clarified the funding of his US education, stating it was supported by a scholarship and an education loan, amidst growing scrutiny and calls for a probe into his finances.

UP doctor suspended over solitary march in support of Wangchuk

UP doctor suspended over solitary march in support of Wangchuk

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Dr. Roopak Ikhe, an anaesthesiology diploma student, undertook the protest alone.

India to meet New Zealand in T20 World Cup final

India to meet New Zealand in T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Samson, Bumrah help India tide over England challenge to reach second successive T20 WC final

Tata Sons Listing: Suspense Continues

Tata Sons Listing: Suspense Continues

Rediff.com5 days ago

Tata Sons approached the RBI in 2024 seeking de-registration after becoming debt-free, a move that would allow it to remain a privately held, unlisted company. The application has remained pending.

Indian Equities End Flat as Global Central Bank Meetings Loom

Indian Equities End Flat as Global Central Bank Meetings Loom

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended flat on Tuesday, with the Sensex dipping nearly 70 points, as investor sentiment turned cautious ahead of crucial global central bank policy meetings and a significant sell-off in Asian markets.

BJP should heed 'godfather' Bhagwat's advice on Gen Z: Dipke

BJP should heed 'godfather' Bhagwat's advice on Gen Z: Dipke

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Abhijeet Dipke, convener of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has urged the BJP to align with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's stance on Gen Z protests, particularly regarding NEET examination irregularities, and to refrain from labelling protesting youth as 'anti-national'.

After 5 days, power restored to 2L consumers in flooded Vasai-Virar

After 5 days, power restored to 2L consumers in flooded Vasai-Virar

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) has successfully restored electricity to over 2 lakh consumers in the flood-affected Vasai-Virar region within 12 hours of floodwaters receding, deploying boats to inspect submerged transformers and repair damaged infrastructure.

Army Jawan Dies In Road Accident In Beed District

Army Jawan Dies In Road Accident In Beed District

Rediff.com20 May 2026

An Army jawan was killed in a road accident in the Beed district of Maharashtra when a car collided with his motorcycle. The jawan, identified as Sandipan Bangar, had recently joined the Army.

Can TCS Survive Chandra's Exit?

Can TCS Survive Chandra's Exit?

Rediff.com2 days ago

N Chandrasekaran's exit marks a major shift for TCS, leaving its leadership to navigate AI disruption without the group chairman's deep expertise.

Vidya Balan, Urmila Matondkar Pay Respects To Asha Bhosle

Vidya Balan, Urmila Matondkar Pay Respects To Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

After news of Asha Bhosle's death shocked Bollywood, film folk rushed to her residence to pay their last respects.

High-Powered Committee to Drive Banking Reforms for Viksit Bharat, Says FM Sitharaman

High-Powered Committee to Drive Banking Reforms for Viksit Bharat, Says FM Sitharaman

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the government's plan to establish a high-powered committee to examine reforms for the banking sector, aligning it with the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) and India's next phase of growth.