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Cheap IPOs Are Paying Off In 2026

Cheap IPOs Are Paying Off In 2026

Rediff.com3 days ago

Investors who bought attractively valued IPOs and held on have earned strong returns, particularly when the money raised went into companies rather than into the pockets of exiting shareholders.

Gulf tensions drive NRI luxury home investments back to India

Gulf tensions drive NRI luxury home investments back to India

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Non-resident Indians are increasingly investing in luxury homes in India, driven by geopolitical uncertainties, particularly the Iran war. This trend is observed across major cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and the National Capital Region, with developers noting a significant rise in NRI pre-sales. While some see it as a temporary shift, others believe India is becoming a stable, long-term investment destination for NRIs, especially those from West Asia.

Hyundai Bets $15.5 Billion on India, Plans 26 Models

Hyundai Bets $15.5 Billion on India, Plans 26 Models

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

India remains one of the Hyundai Motor group's most important and strategic markets globally. The initiative positions India as a strategic core market for the group's growth, emerging market expansion, and next-generation automotive innovation.

Popular finfluencer kills self, father blames YouTuber

Popular finfluencer kills self, father blames YouTuber

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 27-year-old financial content creator, V Harish, known as 'Finance With Harish,' died by suicide in Chennai, prompting police to investigate allegations of cyberbullying related to his investment advisory credentials.

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Active Vs Passive Funds: How To Choose?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Active and passive funds offer different advantages across market-cap segments, making a mix of both a sensible portfolio strategy.

How Rich 2 Money Defrauded Investors: Police Seek More Victims

How Rich 2 Money Defrauded Investors: Police Seek More Victims

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Palghar police have appealed to victims of a ponzi scheme run by Rich 2 Money Private Limited to register complaints. The Economic Offences Wing has identified 48 defrauded investors, losing Rs 5.91 crore, with the company promising high returns on investments in share markets and F&O trading.

Daren Sammy makes emotional appeal for financial support for West Indies cricket

Daren Sammy makes emotional appeal for financial support for West Indies cricket

Rediff.com5 days ago

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has made an emotional appeal for financial support for Caribbean cricket, hoping that a competitive series against India will attract sponsors and alleviate the financial struggles faced by the team under the current ICC revenue-sharing model.

'How Can You Grow At 7% With These Rates Of Private Investment?'

'How Can You Grow At 7% With These Rates Of Private Investment?'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

'You have to get private investment to somewhere between 35% to 36% of GDP. It is hovering about 30%-31%.'

Planning To Buy A House? How EPF Can Help

Planning To Buy A House? How EPF Can Help

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A member must generally have completed 12 months of EPF membership to use the facility.

Meghalaya Unveils High-Performance Sports Science Centre

Meghalaya Unveils High-Performance Sports Science Centre

Rediff.com7 days ago

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday inaugurated a high-performance sports science centre in Shillong, aiming to provide scientific training, injury prevention, and recovery support to athletes ahead of the National Games. Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra praised the state's investment in athlete development, highlighting the importance of supporting athletes before they achieve recognition. The centre, operational since September, is part of Meghalaya's long-term strategy to strengthen its sporting ecosystem and promote wider youth participation.

Jio IPO subscribed 3.01 times, draws Rs 66,500 cr bids after record 100-minute sellout

Jio IPO subscribed 3.01 times, draws Rs 66,500 cr bids after record 100-minute sellout

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jio Platforms Ltd's Rs 30,213-crore initial public offering was subscribed 3.01 times, attracting approximately Rs 66,500 crore in public bids, with qualified institutional buyers oversubscribing their portion by 9.02 times, while retail investor demand remained under-subscribed at 0.68 times.

Marc Faber: 'India Is In A Bear Market'

Marc Faber: 'India Is In A Bear Market'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'The Indian market has struggled over the past two years.' 'It peaked in September 2024, and although it has moved up and down since then, investors have not really made money.'

Who Owns A House When Parents Pay?

Who Owns A House When Parents Pay?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Property ownership disputes depend on the registered deed, the parties' intentions, financial contributions and available evidence.

Why NITI Aayog Wants Data Centres Treated As Strategic Infrastructure

Why NITI Aayog Wants Data Centres Treated As Strategic Infrastructure

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

NITI Aayog has recommended treating data centres as strategic infrastructure rather than mere investment projects, releasing a report titled 'Data Centre Evaluation Framework to Help States Plan for Sustainable Growth'. The report advocates for common standards, central government guidance, and a structured approach for states to manage data centre growth, considering resource requirements and economic benefits.

DMart Faces Margin Pressure, Higher Costs Amidst Aggressive Store Expansion

DMart Faces Margin Pressure, Higher Costs Amidst Aggressive Store Expansion

Rediff.com3 days ago

Avenue Supermarts (DMart) reported lower-than-expected Q2FY27 performance, with revenue growth of 18.4 per cent year-on-year but visible margin pressure, leading to a 4.5 per cent stock drop. The company faces challenges from lower-margin sales, operating cost pressures, and aggressive store expansion, impacting profitability despite improved same-store sales growth.

How Crypto Fraudsters Duped 500 Investors Of Rs 10 Crore

How Crypto Fraudsters Duped 500 Investors Of Rs 10 Crore

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Telangana police have arrested two individuals from Andhra Pradesh in connection with a large-scale cryptocurrency investment fraud. The accused allegedly operated a Ponzi scheme through a fake website, cheating around 500 victims of over Rs 10 crore by promising to double investments and offering commissions for recruiting new members.

Driving India's Media And Entertainment Growth

Driving India's Media And Entertainment Growth

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Secretary Chanchal Kumar outlined the critical factors for the media and entertainment sector's next growth phase, including robust intellectual property, sustainable revenue models, and disciplined investments. Speaking at the CII Big Picture Summit, he emphasised the government's role in fostering an environment for creative enterprises and addressing challenges posed by digital platforms and AI. The CII White Paper also projected a USD 100 billion Indian M&E sector, advocating for stronger IP and regulatory reforms.

Can Banks Recover Deceased Person's Loan From Surviving Spouse?

Can Banks Recover Deceased Person's Loan From Surviving Spouse?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Marriage alone does not make a spouse liable for debt. The extent of liability depends on whether the spouse signed as a co-borrower or guarantor, or inherited assets.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down as Power, Metal Drag

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down as Power, Metal Drag

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline in early trade, primarily due to a sell-off in power and metal stocks, mirroring a broader downturn across Asian markets. Elevated crude oil prices and firm US bond yields further dampened investor sentiment, while an expert warned of an impending correction in overvalued mid and small-cap segments. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 22.

Akash Ambani: 'IPO Is Just The Start Of Jio's Journey'

Akash Ambani: 'IPO Is Just The Start Of Jio's Journey'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Reliance has had a very, very strong history of shareholder value and growth, and that's what we need to focus on the further journey from the IPO.'

FPI Outflows Hit Record Rs 3 Trillion In 2026

FPI Outflows Hit Record Rs 3 Trillion In 2026

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Sustained selling by foreign investors is weighing on domestic equities, with the benchmark Sensex and Nifty 50 down 15.60 per cent and 14.4 per cent, respectively, this year.

AI Firm RapidCanvas Raises $29 Million For Global Expansion

AI Firm RapidCanvas Raises $29 Million For Global Expansion

Rediff.com7 days ago

AI-managed services firm RapidCanvas, with a significant employee base in India, announced on Friday that it has raised USD 29 million (approximately Rs 275 crore) in Series B funding. The round was led by Vertex Ventures SEA and India, with participation from Hitachi Ventures and existing investors. The company plans to use the funds to expand its go-to-market teams, partner network, and grow its employee base and engineering teams in India, the US, and Brazil, while also investing in product development.

Mid, Smallcap Mutual Fund AUM Hits Rs 10 Trillion Mark, Experts Optimistic

Mid, Smallcap Mutual Fund AUM Hits Rs 10 Trillion Mark, Experts Optimistic

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mid and smallcap mutual fund schemes in India have quadrupled their assets under management (AUM) to 10 trillion in five years, driven by strong investor inflows and market gains, with experts anticipating continued growth despite mixed valuations.

Vijay's Tamil Nadu Attracts Rs 1 Trillion In Investment Commitment

Vijay's Tamil Nadu Attracts Rs 1 Trillion In Investment Commitment

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

'If investors are trusting a new establishment in Tamil Nadu, it speaks a lot of the state's investment climate.'

ITBP raises drone units to counter China, prepares for Galwan-like battles

ITBP raises drone units to counter China, prepares for Galwan-like battles

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is undergoing a significant modernization drive, establishing drone platoons, developing a new 'Strike' course for Galwan-like situations, and constructing underground infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control. This strategic shift, announced by DG Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor, aims to counter China, identified as India's 'biggest adversary,' by embracing modern warfare techniques learned from recent global conflicts.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound on IT Sector Gains, Positive Global Sentiment

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound on IT Sector Gains, Positive Global Sentiment

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty rallied up to 1 per cent in early trade, driven by strong performance in IT stocks, Reliance Industries, and favourable global market sentiment, rebounding from previous losses.

Rubio's India visit: Trade deal, West Asia top agenda amid strained ties

Rubio's India visit: Trade deal, West Asia top agenda amid strained ties

Rediff.com4 days ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is on a three-day visit to India to discuss bilateral ties in energy, trade, investment, defence, and critical technologies, as well as the West Asia crisis. His visit aims to strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership amidst existing friction, with a focus on finalising a proposed bilateral trade deal.

How India Is Investing Over Rs 700 Crore To Boost Asian Games Medal Prospects

How India Is Investing Over Rs 700 Crore To Boost Asian Games Medal Prospects

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

The Sports Ministry has invested over Rs 702 crore in the last three years to prepare Indian athletes for the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, featuring 310 debutants.

Global Factors Drive Rs 44,166 Crore FPI Outflow from Indian Equities in October

Global Factors Drive Rs 44,166 Crore FPI Outflow from Indian Equities in October

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have withdrawn Rs 44,166 crore from Indian equities in October, pushing the total outflows for the year past Rs 3 lakh crore, driven by elevated crude oil prices, a stronger US dollar, higher US bond yields, and the allure of AI-led rallies in North Asian markets.

'War can never be answer to war': Rajnath Singh at SCO meet

'War can never be answer to war': Rajnath Singh at SCO meet

Rediff.com3 days ago

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday called for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve global conflicts, stating, "war can never be the answer to war," while addressing the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

IHCL to reach 700 hotels by FY27, surpasses 2030 target early

IHCL to reach 700 hotels by FY27, surpasses 2030 target early

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) is set to achieve its target of 700 hotels by fiscal year 2027, significantly ahead of its original 2030 goal, driven by strong financial performance and strategic expansion plans, including the merger of Oriental Hotels Ltd.

'Not looking to sell the game to India': Cricket Australia allows private investment in Big Bash League

'Not looking to sell the game to India': Cricket Australia allows private investment in Big Bash League

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Cricket Australia has announced that private investment will be introduced into the Big Bash League (BBL) from the 2027-28 season, beginning with the sale of the Melbourne Renegades T20 franchise, a move aimed at strengthening the league's long-term future and boosting finances.

Foreign Firms' Investment Intensity in India Falls Since FY20: EAC-PM

Foreign Firms' Investment Intensity in India Falls Since FY20: EAC-PM

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

A working paper by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) reveals a continuous decline in the rate at which foreign-owned firms invest in fixed assets in India since the FY20 peak, contrasting with a steady increase from Indian business groups.

'It's a no-brainer, boundary...': Jaishankar's message to China

'It's a no-brainer, boundary...': Jaishankar's message to China

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that the stability of the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is essential for normalising India-China relations, asserting that border disturbances will have consequences. He connected trade and investment growth to border peace and highlighted significant economic issues, including a severe trade imbalance and lack of market access for India in China. Jaishankar also referenced the 2020 Galwan clashes as a critical turning point, underscoring the profound impact of border tranquillity on the overall bilateral relationship.

Planning To Invest In A House? Check Rental Yield

Planning To Invest In A House? Check Rental Yield

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Rental yield can indicate whether a property is undervalued, overvalued or fairly valued.

Tata's Chip Bet: A Long-Term Play for India's Growth, Says Chandrasekaran

Tata's Chip Bet: A Long-Term Play for India's Growth, Says Chandrasekaran

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran views the group's investment in semiconductors not as a short-term financial play, but as a critical long-term commitment to India's growth and self-reliance in a sector vital for domestic consumption and global supply chains.

NAN Silox GreenMet Names Vijay Pasupathy CEO, Eyes Major Recycling Plant

NAN Silox GreenMet Names Vijay Pasupathy CEO, Eyes Major Recycling Plant

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Lithium-ion battery recycling firm NAN Silox GreenMet Pvt Ltd has appointed Vijay Pasupathy as its Chief Executive Officer. The company is advancing plans to establish a Rs 1,400-crore critical metals recycling facility in Naidupeta, Andhra Pradesh, aiming to boost domestic capabilities in processing recovered critical metals and reduce reliance on imports.

Can India's Fireworks Capital Take on China?

Can India's Fireworks Capital Take on China?

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Sivakasi, India's fireworks capital, is eyeing global markets as green crackers, rising demand and interest from overseas buyers offer a chance to challenge China's dominance.

Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man Utd criticism after talks

Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man Utd criticism after talks

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has publicly apologised for criticising the club's hierarchy following their Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, after holding discussions with manager Michael Carrick and senior officials.

Tottenham end winless streak with dominant victory over Coventry

Tottenham end winless streak with dominant victory over Coventry

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur secured their first Premier League win in 148 days, beating Coventry City 3-1 at home, a result manager Roberto De Zerbi described as 'very happy' and a sign of playing 'much better than in other games'.