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Mumbai Falcons To Host F1 Sim Racing India Open Trials

Mumbai Falcons To Host F1 Sim Racing India Open Trials

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) is hosting the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026 Time Trials in New Delhi, a talent hunt offering aspiring racers a chance to enter professional motorsport with a significant prize pool and a driver development fund.

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Ajinkya Rahane, known as 'Jinx', has retired from international cricket at 38, leaving behind a legacy of quiet resolve, exceptional captaincy, and crucial innings that often came when India needed them most.

Ex-IPS officer, injured protesters move SC against pellet guns

Ex-IPS officer, injured protesters move SC against pellet guns

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

A former IPS officer and two individuals injured during a recent protest in Delhi have filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking a ban on the use of pellet guns by law enforcement agencies for crowd dispersal. The petitioners argue that pellet guns are an arbitrary and dangerous tool, violating the right to freedom of assembly and failing the test of necessary and proportional force. They also seek compensation and medical treatment for victims.

P V Sindhu Suffers Gruelling Loss To Chen Yufei At China Open

P V Sindhu Suffers Gruelling Loss To Chen Yufei At China Open

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian badminton ace P V Sindhu was eliminated from the China Open after a tough three-game loss to local favourite and world number four Chen Yufei in the second round. Despite winning the first game, Sindhu couldn't maintain her lead, eventually losing 21-16, 20-22, 18-21 in a match lasting nearly 90 minutes.

L&T to invest Rs 5,000 crore in EV components, targeting Tier-I supplier status

L&T to invest Rs 5,000 crore in EV components, targeting Tier-I supplier status

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is investing Rs 5,000 crore over five years to enter the automotive components sector, focusing on electric vehicle (EV) motors, safety systems, and connected-vehicle technologies, aiming to become a Tier-I auto supplier.

New Venture Targets Gig Worker Welfare

New Venture Targets Gig Worker Welfare

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

The physical centres will operate on a monthly subscription model, where access would be limited to verified active gig workers and platform verification.

IPO Rush: Zepto, Shiprocket, Truhome Finance set for August debut

IPO Rush: Zepto, Shiprocket, Truhome Finance set for August debut

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

More than a dozen companies, including quick commerce firm Zepto, logistics platform Shiprocket, and housing finance company Truhome Finance, are preparing to launch their initial public offerings (IPOs) next month, collectively aiming to raise over Rs 25,000 crore.

Monsoon Completes India Coverage On July 9

Monsoon Completes India Coverage On July 9

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

After a subdued start, the southwest monsoon has gathered pace since the beginning of July, narrowing the cumulative rainfall deficit from nearly 30 per cent on June 30 to around 15 per cent as of July 8.

Why Wipro's Q1 Net Profit Was Flat

Why Wipro's Q1 Net Profit Was Flat

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Wipro's net profit in the first quarter saw minimal growth, rising less than one per cent to 3,352 crore, while revenue increased by 10.6 per cent to 24,480 crore. The IT services segment, a key metric, grew by only one per cent year-on-year, falling short of analyst estimates amidst a challenging demand environment and longer decision cycles from clients.

Vijay's Fans Celebrate Jana Nayagan With Biryani Party

Vijay's Fans Celebrate Jana Nayagan With Biryani Party

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Vijay's Jana Nayagan releases in theatres, and fans just can't keep calm!

Hydel projects to add 14,000 Mw by '32-33, CEA reckons

Hydel projects to add 14,000 Mw by '32-33, CEA reckons

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

The focus is now on accelerating PSP development through faster approvals, better-quality detailed project reports (DPRs), simplified clearances, and early excavation permissions. Speaking at a recent event, Prasad said hydropower and PSPs would be central to supporting India's renewable energy expansion by providing the reliable and flexible capacity needed to balance rising solar and wind generation. "A huge amount of variability is getting introduced into the grid.

2 Bhopal cops arrested for luring and raping Dalit teen

2 Bhopal cops arrested for luring and raping Dalit teen

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Two policemen, including one from the MP police special task force, have been arrested in Bhopal for allegedly luring and raping a 17-year-old Dalit girl. The main accused, Santosh Sen, is charged under POCSO and SC/ST Act, while his colleague, Jitendra Rajput, is accused of abetment.

Clinical India register first T20I series win under skipper Iyer

Clinical India register first T20I series win under skipper Iyer

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

India secured their three-match Twenty20 international series against Zimbabwe with a dominant 90-run victory in the second match at Harare Sports Club, marking new T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer's first series win.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Tumble as Crude Oil Breaches $100

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Tumble as Crude Oil Breaches $100

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant decline in early trade, with the Sensex falling over 500 points and the Nifty over 150 points, as Brent crude oil prices surged past USD 100 per barrel due to escalating geopolitical tensions in the West Asia. track sensex, Nifty on July 24.

7 states account for 85% of India's installed solar capacity

7 states account for 85% of India's installed solar capacity

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Despite aggressive expansion, India's solar power sector faces significant hurdles from rising regional disparities in installed capacity and a looming manufacturing glut due to overcapacity in domestic solar equipment production, potentially leading to consolidation and pricing pressures.

Blue-chip buying propels Sensex up 965 points, Nifty crosses 24,330

Blue-chip buying propels Sensex up 965 points, Nifty crosses 24,330

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Indian stock markets witnessed a significant rally, with the Sensex climbing 964.58 points and the Nifty reaching 24,330, driven by strong buying in blue-chip stocks, particularly in the IT and banking sectors, amidst optimism over Q1 earnings and a shift towards large-cap investments.

Can India's New Mobile Scheme Beat China?

Can India's New Mobile Scheme Beat China?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Apple Inc, which had planned to shift only 10 per cent of its global production base from China to India with respect to iPhones at the end of FY26, is currently churning out one out of every four iPhones in the world from India.

Indian Equities Extend Losses as West Asia Tensions Fuel Crude Oil Price Hike

Indian Equities Extend Losses as West Asia Tensions Fuel Crude Oil Price Hike

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their losses for the fourth consecutive session, with the Sensex declining 363.66 points and the Nifty dipping 126.65 points, primarily due to a sharp jump in Brent crude oil prices to USD 98.32 per barrel amid escalating tensions in West Asia.

Shreyas Iyer lauds team attitude as India seal Zimbabwe T20I series

Shreyas Iyer lauds team attitude as India seal Zimbabwe T20I series

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

India defeated Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. Skipper Shreyas Iyer indicated potential changes for the final match due to fast bowler Prince Yadav's hamstring injury. Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma were key contributors with the bat, while debutant Yash Thakur impressed with the ball.

'Why Have The Number Of Jobs Created Fallen?'

'Why Have The Number Of Jobs Created Fallen?'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

'We have to pull 80 million workers out of agriculture and go back to where we were in 2014. That itself is going to be a huge task.' 'We have already lost time, and that is a catastrophe impending.''

Nykaa's next glow-up lies in margin gains

Nykaa's next glow-up lies in margin gains

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

FSN E-Commerce Ventures (Nykaa) reported nearly 30 per cent year-on-year revenue growth in Q1FY27, marking its highest revenue growth in 13 quarters, primarily driven by accelerated expansion in its fashion segment.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty down on high crude prices and selling in bank stocks

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty down on high crude prices and selling in bank stocks

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to a surge in crude oil prices and significant selling pressure on bank stocks, impacting overall investor sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 22.

'Ajinkya Rahane Never Got Support From The System'

'Ajinkya Rahane Never Got Support From The System'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

'If he had got the support, he would have finished in that legendary group of cricketers who have played 100 Tests for the country.' 'He never complained, but that might have gone against him because sometimes you have to be open and make your point clearly otherwise people take you for granted.'

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down on US-Iran Crisis, Surging Crude Prices

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down on US-Iran Crisis, Surging Crude Prices

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to a significant surge in crude oil prices, exacerbated by escalating tensions in the West Asia. Track how Sensex, Nifty fared on July 23.

Why Rs 5 Lakh Health Cover Falls Short

Why Rs 5 Lakh Health Cover Falls Short

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Marriage, childbirth, dependent parents and ageing increase the cover a person needs.

US troops set to leave Iraq after 23 years

US troops set to leave Iraq after 23 years

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

The United States military is scheduled to complete its withdrawal from Iraq by September 30, marking the end of a 23-year deployment that began with the 2003 invasion and later focused on combating the Islamic State group.

Former India spinner Rajesh Chauhan booked in transport contract fraud case

Former India spinner Rajesh Chauhan booked in transport contract fraud case

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Former India cricketer Rajesh Chauhan has been booked for allegedly cheating a man of over Rs 15 lakh by promising a transport contract with a steel company, a case registered on court orders under Section 316(2) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita.

NEET leak: Court allows CBI to collect more handwriting samples from accused

NEET leak: Court allows CBI to collect more handwriting samples from accused

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

A Delhi court has granted the CBI permission to obtain additional handwriting and signature samples from accused Manisha Sanjay Havaldar in the ongoing NEET paper leak case. This decision aims to facilitate a thorough comparison of evidence, given the bulkiness of the case record and allegations of question sharing.

Sensex, Nifty end in red on US Tariffs, West Asia Tensions

Sensex, Nifty end in red on US Tariffs, West Asia Tensions

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, recorded their fifth consecutive day of losses, driven by investor caution over rising oil prices due to West Asia tensions and renewed concerns regarding US trade tariffs.

'We grant six weeks': SC orders Bihar to clear illegal Ganga encroachments

'We grant six weeks': SC orders Bihar to clear illegal Ganga encroachments

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

The Supreme Court has issued a directive to the Bihar government, ordering the removal of all unauthorised structures and encroachments along the Ganga river banks between Nauzar Ghat and Nurpur Ghat in Patna within six weeks. The court expressed concern over illegal constructions and noted the lack of action despite previous orders, warning of strict views on any laxity. The directive came during the hearing of a plea against a National Green Tribunal order regarding encroachments on eco-fragile floodplains.

Three Arrested In Kozhikode With MDMA Worth Over Rs 30 Lakh

Three Arrested In Kozhikode With MDMA Worth Over Rs 30 Lakh

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Police in Kozhikode arrested three individuals and seized over one kilogram of MDMA, estimated to be worth more than Rs 30 lakh, during a routine vehicle inspection.

Jio Platforms' IPO key driver for RIL stock

Jio Platforms' IPO key driver for RIL stock

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Reliance Industries (RIL) delivered a better-than-expected operational performance in Q1FY27, driven by a recovery in its oil-to-chemicals (O2C) business and robust gains in the telecom (Jio) segment, though its retail arm missed estimates. Analysts highlight the upcoming Jio Platforms IPO and execution in new energy and consumer businesses as key triggers for the stock's future growth.

Spain Vs Argentina FIFA World Cup Final Shatters US Viewership Records

Spain Vs Argentina FIFA World Cup Final Shatters US Viewership Records

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

The FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina garnered nearly 63 million viewers in the United States, setting new viewership records and highlighting football's increasing popularity in the country.

Why Neeraj Chopra isn't chasing 90m every time

Why Neeraj Chopra isn't chasing 90m every time

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra stated he is not 'obsessed' with consistently breaching the 90-metre mark in javelin, emphasising that winning major titles and maintaining consistency in challenging conditions are more important than chasing a specific distance.

HDFC Bank, West Asia Crisis Pull Sensex, Nifty Down

HDFC Bank, West Asia Crisis Pull Sensex, Nifty Down

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their losses for a second consecutive day, primarily due to HDFC Bank's disappointing quarterly earnings and escalating tensions in West Asia, coupled with persistent foreign fund outflows.

Why Hansraj College Suspended 30 Students

Why Hansraj College Suspended 30 Students

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Hansraj College administration suspends at least 30 students for various reasons, including violence during the college festival and defaming the college on social media. The student union has condemned the move and is planning a protest.

PV Sindhu Out Of China Open, Criticises Match Scheduling

PV Sindhu Out Of China Open, Criticises Match Scheduling

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian badminton star P V Sindhu was defeated by China's Chen Yufei in the second round of the China Open. Sindhu expressed frustration over the tournament's scheduling, which she felt gave her inadequate recovery time compared to her opponent.

JPC defers bill to remove PM, CMs in the midst of voting

JPC defers bill to remove PM, CMs in the midst of voting

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

A Joint Committee of Parliament has deferred the adoption of a draft report on a bill proposing the suspension, not permanent removal, of the prime minister, Union ministers, and chief ministers if detained for 30 days on serious criminal charges, opting for more consultations.

PV Sindhu Knocked Out Of China Open, Criticises Tournament Scheduling

PV Sindhu Knocked Out Of China Open, Criticises Tournament Scheduling

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu was defeated by local favourite Chen Yufei in the second round of the China Open. Sindhu, who recently won the Japan Open, lost a close three-game match. Following her exit, she publicly criticised the tournament's scheduling, highlighting the inadequate recovery time she received compared to her opponent. Other Indian shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Lakshya Sen also exited the men's singles.

Canadian Open laments Sinner, Djokovic withdrawals, calls for ATP schedule review

Canadian Open laments Sinner, Djokovic withdrawals, calls for ATP schedule review

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

The Canadian Open has voiced its disappointment over the withdrawals of Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, highlighting a 'broader issue' of top players missing ATP 1000 events due to demanding schedules, prompting calls for adjustments to protect tournament integrity.