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India's Top Listed Developers Prioritise Pan-India Expansion for Growth

India's Top Listed Developers Prioritise Pan-India Expansion for Growth

Rediff.com6 hours ago

India's leading listed real estate developers are increasingly focusing on pan-India expansion, diversifying beyond their traditional home markets into high-demand residential areas like MMR, NCR, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai to tap broader housing demand and reduce reliance on single-city market cycles.

India Celebrates 'Fit India Sundays' And Commonwealth Games Day

India Celebrates 'Fit India Sundays' And Commonwealth Games Day

Rediff.com6 days ago

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya joined a cycling event in Ahmedabad to mark the 75th edition of 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' and Commonwealth Games Day, encouraging citizens to embrace cycling for fitness and short commutes. The event saw participation from athletes, celebrities, and citizens across India.

'INDIA Alliance Is Dead'

'INDIA Alliance Is Dead'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Congress needs a positive agenda rather than primarily picking up on two business houses.'

Why India Postponed The India-Africa Forum Summit

Why India Postponed The India-Africa Forum Summit

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The India-Africa Forum Summit, scheduled for May 28-31 in New Delhi, has been postponed due to concerns over the Ebola virus outbreak in Africa. The Ministry of External Affairs announced that new dates will be finalised in consultation with African nations.

India Secure Victory Against Malaysia In Asia Cup Hockey

India Secure Victory Against Malaysia In Asia Cup Hockey

Rediff.com6 hours ago

India's U-18 women's hockey team started their Asia Cup campaign with a 2-1 victory over Malaysia, thanks to a brace from Nousheen Naz.

India maintaining balance of power in Indian Ocean: US

India maintaining balance of power in Indian Ocean: US

Rediff.com7 hours ago

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth praised India's military modernisation efforts at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, highlighting its growing industrial and logistics capacity.

India To Pakistan: Face Consequences For Terrorism

India To Pakistan: Face Consequences For Terrorism

Rediff.com3 days ago

India has strongly criticised Pakistan at a UN Security Council meeting, asserting its right to defend itself against cross-border terrorism and warning of consequences for Pakistan's support of such activities.

India To Pakistan: Face Consequences For Terrorism

India To Pakistan: Face Consequences For Terrorism

Rediff.com3 days ago

India has strongly criticised Pakistan at a UN Security Council meeting, asserting its right to defend itself against cross-border terrorism and warning of consequences for Pakistan's support of such activities.

Air India cuts nearly 1000 domestic flights

Air India cuts nearly 1000 domestic flights

Rediff.com3 days ago

Air India has temporarily reduced its domestic flights by 22 per cent due to the impact of high fuel prices, following a previous reduction in international flights. The airline is offering re-accommodation, date changes, or refunds to affected passengers.

IMD forecasts below normal monsoon rainfall for India

IMD forecasts below normal monsoon rainfall for India

Rediff.com1 days ago

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the June-September southwest monsoon seasonal rainfall over India is expected to be 90 per cent of the long-period average. While the Northeast is likely to witness normal rainfall, the remaining parts of the country may see below normal rainfall.

India Women Aim For Series Lead Against Australia

India Women Aim For Series Lead Against Australia

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team aims to take the lead in their four-match series against Australia in Perth. After a loss and a shootout win, India looks to improve their penalty corner conversion rate and secure a victory ahead of major upcoming tournaments.

India Women's Hockey Team Draw Series With Australia 2-2

India Women's Hockey Team Draw Series With Australia 2-2

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Indian women's hockey team concluded their four-match friendly series against Australia with a 2-2 draw, losing the final match 2-3 after initially leading 2-0. Despite the loss, the tour provided valuable preparation for upcoming tournaments, including the FIH Nations Cup and the World Cup.

India Emerges As A Leader In Digital Economy And AI

India Emerges As A Leader In Digital Economy And AI

Rediff.com1 days ago

A new report indicates India has become the world's fifth most digitalised economy and ranks fourth globally in AI performance, driven by increasing AI adoption and a strong digital infrastructure.

In India, there's an absolutely crazy love for Israel: Netanyahu

In India, there's an absolutely crazy love for Israel: Netanyahu

Rediff.com1 days ago

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has lauded India as a 'huge power' with a strong affinity for Israel, highlighting the growing partnership between the two nations despite global delegitimisation efforts against the Jewish state.

Which Is India's Fastest Growing State?

Which Is India's Fastest Growing State?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Assam emerged as the fastest-growing large state with a remarkable 17.3 per cent nominal GDP CAGR over five years.

New India Foundation Book Fellowship To Be Annual

New India Foundation Book Fellowship To Be Annual

Rediff.com3 days ago

The New India Foundation (NIF) Book Fellowship, previously awarded every two years, will now be an annual event, offering consistent support to nonfiction writers exploring post-1947 India.

Rupee Fall Exposes India's Economic Weakness

Rupee Fall Exposes India's Economic Weakness

Rediff.com3 days ago

We who were dreaming of being the third largest economy in dollar terms, have slid back to sixth, thanks to the falling rupee. We are moving about with begging bowls for investments and trade opportunities, which will be a while in materialising, if ever, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

India Women Beat England In T20I Series Opener

India Women Beat England In T20I Series Opener

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jemimah Rodrigues and Yastika Bhatia scored half-centuries, and debutant Nandani Sharma impressed with the ball as India defeated England by 38 runs in the first T20I.

India Women Level Hockey Series With Shootout Victory

India Women Level Hockey Series With Shootout Victory

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team fought back to draw 1-1 and then won 4-2 in a shootout against Australia, levelling their four-match friendly series.

Why India Is Set To Spearhead Global AI Deployment

Why India Is Set To Spearhead Global AI Deployment

Rediff.com3 days ago

A senior Microsoft executive says India is uniquely positioned to lead the next phase of global AI deployment, driven by a massive developer base, rapid enterprise adoption, and robust digital public infrastructure.

India Women's Hockey Team Prepares For Australia Challenge

India Women's Hockey Team Prepares For Australia Challenge

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team is set to face Australia in a four-match series in Perth, aiming to build momentum for the upcoming FIH Nations Cup in Auckland.

India launches emergency mission to pull 13 ships out of Hormuz

India launches emergency mission to pull 13 ships out of Hormuz

Rediff.com19 hours ago

India on Friday launched a highly coordinated, priority operation to safely guide 13 Indian-flagged commercial vessels out of the volatile Strait of Hormuz, the ministry of ports, shipping, and waterways announced on Friday.

India to run 35 hydrogen-powered trains in first phase

India to run 35 hydrogen-powered trains in first phase

Rediff.com1 days ago

Hydrogen fuel cell technology generates electricity through a chemical reaction using hydrogen, with water vapour as the only emission, making it a cleaner alternative to conventional fossil fuel-based traction systems.

India's Football Team Suffers Defeat Against Jamaica In Unity Cup

India's Football Team Suffers Defeat Against Jamaica In Unity Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian men's national football team was defeated by Jamaica in the semifinal of the Unity Cup 2026, held in London. Jamaica will now proceed to the final, while India will compete for third place against Zimbabwe.

India ready for 'Operation Sindoor 2.0' if...: Army Chief:

India ready for 'Operation Sindoor 2.0' if...: Army Chief:

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi stated that the armed forces are fully prepared for 'Operation Sindoor 2.0' if the need arises, emphasising enhanced synergy across all three services for modern multi-domain warfare.

Abby Wilson Double Sinks India In Series Opener

Abby Wilson Double Sinks India In Series Opener

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team suffered a 1-2 defeat to Australia in the opening friendly in Perth after surrendering an early lead despite Navneet Kaur's first-quarter goal.

'Unwarranted': India rejects Kashmir mention in China-Pak statement

'Unwarranted': India rejects Kashmir mention in China-Pak statement

Rediff.com3 days ago

The joint statement was issued during Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's recent visit to China.

How India Dominated The U23 Asian Wrestling Championships

How India Dominated The U23 Asian Wrestling Championships

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian wrestlers showcased their dominance at the U23 Wrestling Asian Championships, securing multiple gold medals in both freestyle and women's categories.

How India Won The U23 Asian Wrestling Championship

How India Won The U23 Asian Wrestling Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's men's freestyle team emerged as champions at the U23 Asian Wrestling Championships, held in Da Nang, Vietnam. The country concluded its campaign with a total of 27 medals across various categories, showcasing dominance in freestyle, women's wrestling, and Greco-Roman disciplines.

Janhavi Soneji Stuns Leader At All India Chess Masters

Janhavi Soneji Stuns Leader At All India Chess Masters

Rediff.com1 days ago

Janhavi Soneji defeated tournament leader Reyaansh Venkat in a crucial round seven encounter to throw the title race wide open heading into the final round of the All India Chess Masters.

India, China hold 'forward-looking' LAC talks amid ties reset

India, China hold 'forward-looking' LAC talks amid ties reset

Rediff.com2 days ago

India and China held constructive talks on the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, emphasising that maintaining border peace and tranquillity enabled progress in normalising overall relations.

Why Change India's Electoral System?

Why Change India's Electoral System?

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Why are we deliberately taking apart an electoral system that has worked?' 'There is no answer to that, and there is no data and has never been any on the absurd slander that foreigners are voting here,' asserts Aakar Patel.

How Indian Diplomacy Brought Very Important Cats To India

How Indian Diplomacy Brought Very Important Cats To India

Rediff.com4 days ago

How India overcame umpteen odds to reintroduce the cheetah on its territory after the handsome cat became extinct in the country decades earlier.

Bangladesh Overtake India In WTC Rankings; India Slip To 6th

Bangladesh Overtake India In WTC Rankings; India Slip To 6th

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Indian cricket team has fallen to sixth place in the latest World Test Championship (WTC) rankings after Bangladesh's series win against Pakistan.

India's U-18 Hockey Teams Gear Up For Asia Cup

India's U-18 Hockey Teams Gear Up For Asia Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's Under-18 boys and girls hockey teams, mentored by Sardar Singh and Rani Rampal, are set to compete in the Asia Cup in Kakamigahara, Japan, after intensive training and exposure matches.

India's Nipam Secures Bronze In Asian U20 Athletics Debut

India's Nipam Secures Bronze In Asian U20 Athletics Debut

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nipam made a memorable international debut by winning the bronze medal in the 100m at the U20 Asian Athletics Championships. Other Indian athletes also showed promise in various events.

Why Mid-Tier BFSI Firms In India Face Heightened Cyber Risks

Why Mid-Tier BFSI Firms In India Face Heightened Cyber Risks

Rediff.com1 days ago

A report indicates that mid-tier banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) entities in India are highly exposed to cyberattacks due to aggressive digitisation coupled with insufficient cybersecurity investments.

India's Forex Reserves Fall by $7.5 Billion to $681.38 Billion

India's Forex Reserves Fall by $7.5 Billion to $681.38 Billion

Rediff.com23 hours ago

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant drop of USD 7.511 billion, settling at USD 681.384 billion for the week ending May 22, as the Reserve Bank of India intervened in the forex market due to rupee pressure and the lingering effects of the Middle East conflict.

India's Football Team Bows Out Of Unity Cup After Loss To Jamaica

India's Football Team Bows Out Of Unity Cup After Loss To Jamaica

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian men's football team experienced a disappointing debut in the Unity Cup, losing 2-0 to Jamaica in the semi-finals held in London.

C2i Semiconductors Achieves Milestone With AI Chip Design In India

C2i Semiconductors Achieves Milestone With AI Chip Design In India

Rediff.com2 days ago

Semiconductor startup C2i Semiconductors announced it has taped out a smart power stage chip designed for artificial intelligence infrastructure, marking a significant milestone for India's ambitions in domestic semiconductor production.