News for 'INVESTING'

Government Urges Stronger Cybersecurity Amid AI Agent Attack Warnings

Government Urges Stronger Cybersecurity Amid AI Agent Attack Warnings

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's cybersecurity agency, CERT-In, has issued a critical advisory warning about autonomous AI agents accessing sensitive data of Indian organisations without authorisation. Government sources on Friday emphasised the need for companies to bolster cybersecurity measures and monitor system activity, noting that while no major compromise occurred, the incident serves as an early warning. Future AI regulation is expected to address the risks posed by these agents.

India Builds Resilience Against Future Global Shocks

India Builds Resilience Against Future Global Shocks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw warned of increased global turbulence from tech disruptions, AI, and financial risks in the coming years. He stated that India is strengthening its economic and technological resilience to protect its growth from external shocks. India is focusing on domestic manufacturing and design in critical tech areas while maintaining global integration, with trust becoming as crucial as cost in supply chains.

EPL Photos: Arsenal cruise; Gomez's wonder goal lights up Brighton's Palace rout

EPL Photos: Arsenal cruise; Gomez's wonder goal lights up Brighton's Palace rout

Rediff.com7 days ago

Brighton thrashed Crystal Palace 5-0, inspired by Diego Gomez's spectacular halfway-line strike, while Manchester United drew 1-1 with Leeds and Bournemouth beat Sunderland 2-0 in Premier League action.

India's Top 8 Gold-Owning States

India's Top 8 Gold-Owning States

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Which parts of urban India have the highest proportion of households owning gold jewellery or bullion?

Indian Equities Extend Gains, IT Sector Leads Rally on Strong Earnings

Indian Equities Extend Gains, IT Sector Leads Rally on Strong Earnings

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher for the second consecutive day, primarily driven by robust buying in IT stocks following strong quarterly results and positive global trends. Tech Mahindra notably surged over 8% after reporting a significant jump in net profit.

Chandrasekaran: Energy Security, Advanced Manufacturing Jobs 'Critical' for India's Long-Term Growth

Chandrasekaran: Energy Security, Advanced Manufacturing Jobs 'Critical' for India's Long-Term Growth

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran affirmed India's robust economic position amidst global uncertainty, emphasising that energy security, advanced manufacturing jobs, and investment in human capital are 'critical' for sustaining the nation's long-term growth.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline as Crude Prices Surge

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline as Crude Prices Surge

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines in early trade, ending a two-day rally, driven by a spike in Brent crude oil prices above USD 101 per barrel and investor caution ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy decision. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 7.

Should You Buy A Return-Of-Premium Plan?

Should You Buy A Return-Of-Premium Plan?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Compare premiums, claim settlement ratios, exclusions, waiting periods and surrender provisions.

Why RBI Asked EPFO To Upgrade Its Investment System

Why RBI Asked EPFO To Upgrade Its Investment System

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

India's largest retirement fund manager, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), is enhancing its investment governance and fund management practices, following the Reserve Bank of India's recommendations.

Is India-US Trade Deal Near The Finish Line?

Is India-US Trade Deal Near The Finish Line?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Marco Rubio will visit Mumbai and Jamnagar to discuss energy cooperation as S Jaishankar says India-US trade talks are nearing a landing point, with a few issues unresolved.

Adani And Jabil Partner To Manufacture AI And Data Centre Equipment In India

Adani And Jabil Partner To Manufacture AI And Data Centre Equipment In India

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Adani Enterprises and US-based Jabil have signed a non-binding agreement to establish a 50:50 joint venture in India. This JV will manufacture artificial intelligence and data centre equipment, including AI racks, servers, storage, networking gear, and cooling systems, targeting both Indian and global markets. The collaboration aims to capitalise on India's accelerating data centre demand and the surging global investment in AI compute infrastructure.

Rubio pushes US energy, defence deals as India trade pact nears finish

Rubio pushes US energy, defence deals as India trade pact nears finish

Rediff.com5 days ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio kick-started a three-day visit to India on Tuesday to advance bilateral ties in energy, trade and investment, defence, critical technologies, and exchange views on the West Asia crisis.

Indian Equities Fall as Crude Oil Spike, FII Outflows Hit Sentiment

Indian Equities Fall as Crude Oil Spike, FII Outflows Hit Sentiment

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant drop on Monday, with the Sensex falling by nearly 548 points, primarily due to a fresh spike in crude oil prices, persistent foreign fund outflows, and rising bond yields.

NTPC And Mizoram Join Hands For Archery Academy

NTPC And Mizoram Join Hands For Archery Academy

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

State-run power major NTPC has partnered with the Mizoram government to establish an archery academy in Lengpui, Mamit district, at an estimated cost of Rs 13.28 crore. The project, part of NTPC's CSR initiatives, aims to provide professional training and infrastructure for aspiring archers over three years, with the Mizoram State Sports Council responsible for its operation.

Rising Inflation? Protect Your Money Now

Rising Inflation? Protect Your Money Now

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

'Separate needs from wants and minimise discretionary spending.'

Rose Foresees More Golfers Eyeing DP World Tour For Ryder Cup

Rose Foresees More Golfers Eyeing DP World Tour For Ryder Cup

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Former world number one Justin Rose believes more golfers are considering leaving LIV Golf to play on the DP World Tour, aiming for eligibility in next year's Ryder Cup. He also shared his evolving career goals, prioritising creating lasting memories over solely winning Major championships, and expressed his excitement about returning to India for the DP World India Championship after 22 years. Rose highlighted India's growing importance in global golf.

How To File EPFO Nomination

How To File EPFO Nomination

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Members should review their nomination after marriage, childbirth, or other changes in family circumstances. They can file a fresh e-signed nomination to replace an earlier one.

Jio Platforms IPO Set for October End Listing, Valued at $143-146 Billion

Jio Platforms IPO Set for October End Listing, Valued at $143-146 Billion

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Digital services major Jio Platforms is anticipated to list on the stock exchange by the end of October, with an estimated enterprise valuation of USD 143-146 billion, making it India's largest public offer at around USD 3.8 billion.

India Wants To Develop Ties With China 'Once Again'

India Wants To Develop Ties With China 'Once Again'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'We are open to all countries around the world as long as we get a fair deal, as long as we are ensured continuity in the engagement.'

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Wadhwani AI is working on a 'vulnerability mapping' project which determines the probability of a disease breaking out in a particular area during a particular season or time.

Profit-taking, rising inflation, and elevated crude oil prices drag Indian markets lower

Profit-taking, rising inflation, and elevated crude oil prices drag Indian markets lower

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower due to profit-taking, a spike in wholesale price-based inflation, and firm crude oil prices, despite some support from easing intraday crude oil prices and rupee appreciation.

India's Real Estate Sector Attracts Record $9.5 Billion Inflows in Q3 2026

India's Real Estate Sector Attracts Record $9.5 Billion Inflows in Q3 2026

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

India's real estate sector recorded an unprecedented $9.5 billion in capital inflows during Q3 2026, primarily driven by foreign investors' strong interest in data centres, according to a CBRE Group report.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down on FII Outflow

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down on FII Outflow

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a decline in early trade due to relentless foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, although a drop in crude oil prices below USD 100 per barrel provided some cushioning. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 1.

RBI raises India's FY27 GDP growth forecast to 7.1% amid global headwinds

RBI raises India's FY27 GDP growth forecast to 7.1% amid global headwinds

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has increased its GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal year (FY27) by 40 basis points to 7.1 per cent, acknowledging the resilience of domestic economic activity despite global headwinds and geopolitical tensions.

Indian Equities Rebound: Sensex Jumps 1,534 Points, Nifty Nears 3-Week High

Indian Equities Rebound: Sensex Jumps 1,534 Points, Nifty Nears 3-Week High

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, rallied significantly, with Sensex jumping over 1,500 points and Nifty reaching a nearly three-week high, driven by strong buying in banking, IT, and Reliance Industries stocks, alongside easing crude oil prices.

HSBC emerges as top international bank for Indian corporate fundraising

HSBC emerges as top international bank for Indian corporate fundraising

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

HSBC has emerged as the leading international bank in facilitating fundraising for Indian companies through bonds, syndicated loans, and IPOs during January-September 2026, according to Hitendra Dave, CEO of HSBC India.

How To Protect Inherited Jewellery From Tax Disputes

How To Protect Inherited Jewellery From Tax Disputes

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The assessee must explain the nature and source of jewellery and support the explanation with evidence, tax experts say.

Jio Platforms flags satcom as potential disruptor, but doubts its scale in India

Jio Platforms flags satcom as potential disruptor, but doubts its scale in India

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Jio Platforms Limited (JPL) believes satellite broadband services are unlikely to achieve significant scale or compete effectively on price in India's highly connected and affordable market, despite developing its own satellite constellation solutions and flagging it as a potential disruptor.

CM Mann Announces New Skating Track, Rs 1,790 Crore For Sports

CM Mann Announces New Skating Track, Rs 1,790 Crore For Sports

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced a new skating track in Dhuri, Sangrur, aiming to develop the district into a skating hub. He highlighted the government's commitment to sports with a Rs 1,790 crore allocation and ongoing initiatives like 'Khedan Watan Punjab Diyan' to nurture young talent and promote a healthy lifestyle.

IT Q2 Preview: Muted Growth, Steady Margins Expected Amid AI Deflation

IT Q2 Preview: Muted Growth, Steady Margins Expected Amid AI Deflation

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

India's leading IT companies are anticipated to report subdued revenue growth and largely stable margins for the July-September quarter, as clients maintain tight discretionary budgets, with analysts closely watching the conversion of strong bookings into revenue and the impact of AI on traditional services.

Mikel Arteta signs new long-term Arsenal contract until 2030

Mikel Arteta signs new long-term Arsenal contract until 2030

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has signed a new contract until June 2030, extending his tenure after guiding the club to their first Premier League title in 22 years and restoring their status as a top European team.

US to substantially hike fees for EB-5 investor visa

US to substantially hike fees for EB-5 investor visa

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant increase in fees for the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Programme, effective November 30. This programme allows foreign investors, including many from India, to obtain permanent residency by investing in US commercial enterprises and creating jobs. The fee hikes, some more than doubling, are intended to fund USCIS operations, which are largely supported by fees rather than taxes.

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Indian IT stocks have experienced their most significant weekly surge in 18 years, with the Nifty IT index climbing 11.72 per cent, as a global sell-off in AI-linked equities redirected investor attention towards India's IT services sector. This shift aligns with a JP Morgan report identifying India as a 'natural AI hedge' due to its large, liquid market and strong domestic institutional investor base.

Yogi renames Atiq Ahmed's former stronghold, plans 1,200 homes for poor

Yogi renames Atiq Ahmed's former stronghold, plans 1,200 homes for poor

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the renaming of Kasari-Masari, a former stronghold of gangster Atiq Ahmed, to Shrikrishnapuri. The area in Prayagraj will see the construction of 1,200 homes for poor families on land reclaimed from the mafia leader. Adityanath reiterated his government's "zero-tolerance" policy against criminals and highlighted development initiatives.

NRI Deposits See Massive 678% Jump to $36.24 Billion in April-July FY27

NRI Deposits See Massive 678% Jump to $36.24 Billion in April-July FY27

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Non-resident Indian (NRI) deposit schemes witnessed a staggering 678.2 per cent increase, reaching $36.24 billion in the April-July period of FY27, primarily driven by strong FCNR(B) deposit flows and a concessional swap facility introduced by the RBI.

How India Is Poised For A Major Tech Transformation

How India Is Poised For A Major Tech Transformation

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Atomic Energy Commission chairman Ajit Kumar Mohanty stated that India is on the verge of a significant technological transformation, driven by advancements in AI, quantum technologies, and other fields. Speaking at BIT Mesra's convocation, he emphasised the need for strong indigenous capabilities, skilled professionals, and interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve a developed India. Other speakers, including BIT Mesra's Chancellor and Vice Chancellor, echoed the importance of continuous learning and contributing to national progress.

India's 2036 Olympic bid: 'Hoping to become a sporting superpower'

India's 2036 Olympic bid: 'Hoping to become a sporting superpower'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

India is determined to host the 2036 Olympics as part of a broader strategy to become a global sporting superpower, despite challenges like limited multi-sport event experience and a poor doping record, according to Indian Olympic Association CEO Raghuram Iyer.

Trump strikes surprise deal with Putin, Zelenskyy says...

Trump strikes surprise deal with Putin, Zelenskyy says...

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Former President Donald Trump's recent deal with Russia to supply diesel to the US and global markets has ignited a political firestorm, drawing sharp criticism from Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Democratic leaders, and a segment of Republicans, despite the US Treasury lifting sanctions on Russian diesel supplies.

RBI Rate Hike to Test Housing Affordability, Buyer Sentiment During Festive Season

RBI Rate Hike to Test Housing Affordability, Buyer Sentiment During Festive Season

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The Reserve Bank of India's 25-basis point increase in the repo rate to 5.5 per cent is expected to exert pressure on housing affordability and buyer sentiment, particularly affecting interest rate-sensitive segments and potentially moderating sales during the crucial festival season.

GST Council allows small online sellers to use warehouses in other states

GST Council allows small online sellers to use warehouses in other states

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

India's GST Council has approved changes allowing small online sellers to register in states without physical premises by using an e-commerce operator's warehouse as their principal place of business, aiming to boost national sales for small businesses.