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SC bar body urges CJI to review Andhra HC judge's order against lawyer

SC bar body urges CJI to review Andhra HC judge's order against lawyer

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Supreme Court Bar Association has expressed deep concern over an Andhra Pradesh High Court judge reportedly sending a young advocate to judicial custody for a procedural lapse, urging the Chief Justice of India to take cognisance of the incident.

India's e-retail aisles buzz again, market hits $66 billion

India's e-retail aisles buzz again, market hits $66 billion

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

India's online retail market concluded 2025 with electronic retail (e-retail) gross merchandise value (GMV) reaching $65-66 billion, a 19-21 per cent increase, according to a report by Bain & Company and Flipkart. This growth is significantly driven by GenZ shoppers and the rapid expansion of quick commerce, which has emerged as a global leader.

Sunrisers Hyderabad Sign RS Ambrish As Injury Replacement

Sunrisers Hyderabad Sign RS Ambrish As Injury Replacement

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed RS Ambrish as an injury replacement for Shivam Mavi for the remainder of the Indian Premier League.

'Ready to Take the Risk': Inside Congress's Vijay Bet

'Ready to Take the Risk': Inside Congress's Vijay Bet

Rediff.com1 days ago

Whether Vijay has the political spine to stitch together a stable government from this patchwork of conditions, demands, and midnight drama is the question Tamil Nadu is living through right now.

Hormuz Crisis Hits India Hard

Hormuz Crisis Hits India Hard

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The cost of the war is being counted not in the corridors of power in Washington or Tehran, but in Firozabad's darkened furnace rooms, Howrah's idle casting sheds, and a barbershop in Kochi where the wait is suddenly, inexplicably, an hour long, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.

Prince Yadav reveals real feeling after Kohli wicket

Prince Yadav reveals real feeling after Kohli wicket

Rediff.com2 days ago

Prince Yadav stated that dismissing Virat Kohli for a duck was a special moment, but stressed that Lucknow Super Giants' victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru mattered more to him than the individual achievement.

Avoid These Life Insurance Mistakes

Avoid These Life Insurance Mistakes

Rediff.com3 days ago

Proposal forms are often filled by the agent. Check the form after it is filled.

Delhi sees surge in crimes against Scheduled Tribes in 2024

Delhi sees surge in crimes against Scheduled Tribes in 2024

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi recorded four cases of 'crimes and atrocities against Scheduled Tribes (STs)' in 2024, up from two reported in 2023, according to the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data.

Stalin's minister lost to TVK by 1 vote!

Stalin's minister lost to TVK by 1 vote!

Rediff.com6 days ago

Senior DMK leader KR Periakaruppan lost the Tiruppattur assembly seat by one vote to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's Seenivasa Sethupathy R in the Tamil Nadu elections. The defeat highlights the impact of individual ballots and the rise of actor Vijay's TVK.

India's Republic Faces Ambedkar Test

India's Republic Faces Ambedkar Test

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'A genuine tribute to Dr Ambedkar does not lie in selective invocation. It lies in asking a harder question: Is the Constitution still doing its job -- restraining even assertive majorities?' asks Manoj Mohanka.

Why ED Is Raiding Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora Again

Why ED Is Raiding Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora Again

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate conducted fresh searches against Punjab industries minister Sanjeev Arora and others allegedly linked to him as part of a money laundering investigation. Raids were carried out at multiple locations, including Arora's residence and business premises, following a new case registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

WFH, no gold purchases, foreign travel, reduce fuel use: Modi calls for Covid-era methods

WFH, no gold purchases, foreign travel, reduce fuel use: Modi calls for Covid-era methods

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged for restraint in the use of petro products due to the West Asia crisis, emphasising the need to save foreign exchange and reduce the impact of war. He also highlighted India's progress in solar power and ethanol blending, while assuring support to Telangana's development.

Bhutan's Huge Crypto Gamble, India And China Watching

Bhutan's Huge Crypto Gamble, India And China Watching

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Is Bhutan merely experimenting with digital finance -- or is the Himalayan kingdom punching far above its weight, quietly playing one of the most sophisticated strategic games in Asia today? asks Varun Arya.

Public Sector Banks Face Boardroom Vacancies

Public Sector Banks Face Boardroom Vacancies

Rediff.com5 days ago

In the draft norms issued last month, the RBI said that the ultimate responsibility for the bank's performance, conduct and control rests with the Board

Muslim Cleric's Body Found On Railway Tracks In Bareilly

Muslim Cleric's Body Found On Railway Tracks In Bareilly

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The body of a 35-year-old Muslim cleric was found on railway tracks in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. While police suggest he fell from a train, family members allege he was thrown off, prompting an investigation.

Manoj Tiwary: TMC Chapter Is Over For Me

Manoj Tiwary: TMC Chapter Is Over For Me

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has announced the end of his association with the Trinamool Congress, alleging widespread corruption within the party and claiming he was denied a ticket for refusing to pay a substantial sum.

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Rediff.com1 days ago

Who were the mothers who shaped Mahatma Gandhi, Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi and other well-known Indians?

US Remembers Pahalgam Victims, Reaffirms Support Against Terror

US Remembers Pahalgam Victims, Reaffirms Support Against Terror

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor remembered the lives lost in the Pahalgam attack and reaffirmed US support to India in its fight against terrorism. Israel and Australia also paid tribute to the victims.

TVK worker files SC plea against governor; party disowns

TVK worker files SC plea against governor; party disowns

Rediff.com2 days ago

A member of actor-turned-politician Vijay-led Tamilaka Vettri Kazhagam on Friday moved the Supreme Court seeking directions to Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to invite his single largest political party to form the government in the state.

WADA Chief in Delhi for Urgent Talks on India's Anti-Doping Measures

WADA Chief in Delhi for Urgent Talks on India's Anti-Doping Measures

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) President Witold Banka is in Delhi for discussions with NADA officials regarding India's increasing doping cases. He is expected to address the issue in a press conference.

India U20 Women Secure First AFC Asian Cup Win Since 2004

India U20 Women Secure First AFC Asian Cup Win Since 2004

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Indian U20 women's team defeated Chinese Taipei 3-1 in their final Group C match of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, boosting their chances of qualifying for the knockout stage.

TVK shatters 10% third-front barrier with 35% vote share

TVK shatters 10% third-front barrier with 35% vote share

Rediff.com5 days ago

Actor Vijay's newly formed party, TVK, has achieved a significant victory in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, securing a commanding vote share and disrupting the state's traditional bipolar political system.

Bajaj Auto's Q4 Profit More Than Doubles Amid Record Sales and KTM Consolidation

Bajaj Auto's Q4 Profit More Than Doubles Amid Record Sales and KTM Consolidation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bajaj Auto reported a significant increase in its consolidated Q4FY26 performance, with profit after tax more than doubling to approximately 3,662 crore, a 103 per cent year-on-year rise, primarily driven by record volumes, an improved product mix, and the strategic consolidation of Bajaj Auto International Holdings AG (BAIHAG).

Silver lining to India's ageing truck fleet

Silver lining to India's ageing truck fleet

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

India's rapidly ageing truck fleet, with 42% of vehicles over 12 years old, is set to trigger a replacement-driven growth of 3-5% annually over the next five years.

Left parties face existential crisis after Kerala drubbing

Left parties face existential crisis after Kerala drubbing

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Left Democratic Front's defeat in Kerala marks a historic moment as Left parties are without power in any state for the first time in decades, highlighting their diminishing political influence across India.

Stock markets rally as US-Iran talks progress, crude oil prices tumble

Stock markets rally as US-Iran talks progress, crude oil prices tumble

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, rallied significantly following a sharp decline in crude oil prices. This decline was triggered by US President Donald Trump's announcement of progress in negotiations with Iran towards a peace agreement, which led to renewed optimism in global markets.

Rajasthan drops 4 textbooks, sparks 'history rewrite' row

Rajasthan drops 4 textbooks, sparks 'history rewrite' row

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Rajasthan government's decision to discontinue four school textbooks has ignited a political controversy, with the Education Minister defending the move and the Congress party accusing the government of attempting to erase history.

US removes X post that showed PoK, Aksai Chin part of India

US removes X post that showed PoK, Aksai Chin part of India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The US Trade Representative's office removed a social media post featuring a map of India that showed the entire region of Jammu and Kashmir, including Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, as well as the Aksai Chin region as part of Indian territory.

Operation Sindoor: The 11-yr-old who served tea to soldiers

Operation Sindoor: The 11-yr-old who served tea to soldiers

Rediff.com3 days ago

An 11-year-old boy's simple act of serving Indian soldiers during Operation Sindoor has become an inspiring story. Shavan Singh voluntarily provided tea, water, and lassi to Army jawans deployed in his village along the Indo-Pak border, earning him national recognition and the title of 'Youngest Civilian Warrior'.

UWW Acknowledged Vinesh Phogat's Retirement, Raises Questions

UWW Acknowledged Vinesh Phogat's Retirement, Raises Questions

Rediff.com2 days ago

A communication from United World Wrestling's anti-doping department confirmed Vinesh Phogat's retirement intimation to the International Testing Agency (ITA) in December 2024, amidst claims and controversies surrounding her comeback and eligibility for the Asian Games.

India's exports plunge 7.44% in March; trade with West Asia nosedives

India's exports plunge 7.44% in March; trade with West Asia nosedives

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

India's exports experienced their steepest fall in five months, declining by 7.44 per cent in March to $38.92 billion, primarily due to trade uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, with shipments to West Asia contracting by over 50 per cent.

Rihanna's Viral Bharatanatyam Moment

Rihanna's Viral Bharatanatyam Moment

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

International pop star Rihanna's playful embrace of Indian culture, specifically trying Bharatanatyam mudras, has gone viral.

Ahmedabad Men Arrested Over Deadly Instagram Dispute

Ahmedabad Men Arrested Over Deadly Instagram Dispute

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Three men have been arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly killing a 19-year-old over a dispute stemming from an old Instagram post.

Neha Singh Rathore Granted Anticipatory Bail in Social Media Post Case

Neha Singh Rathore Granted Anticipatory Bail in Social Media Post Case

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has granted anticipatory bail to folk singer Neha Singh Rathore in connection with a case filed against her over a social media post related to the Pahalgam terror attack. The court's decision comes after Rathore appeared before authorities and cooperated with the investigation.

Court orders confiscation of arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari's assets

Court orders confiscation of arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari's assets

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Delhi court has ordered the confiscation of several properties belonging to UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari under the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, following his declaration as a fugitive in a money laundering case.

Battle for 5 states: Big winners and losers

Battle for 5 states: Big winners and losers

Rediff.com6 days ago

As results of the Assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry are declared, here's how the big names fared.

Summer Travel Costs Soar For Indians

Summer Travel Costs Soar For Indians

Rediff.com5 days ago

Airfares to Southeast Asia have surged 25 to 30 per cent, driven by high demand and limited airline seat capacity.

IPL 2026: Prince Yadav Stuns Virat Kohli With Lethal Inswinger!

IPL 2026: Prince Yadav Stuns Virat Kohli With Lethal Inswinger!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prince Yadav returned outstanding figures of 3/33 as RCB fell nine runs short of the target in the rain-curtailed match.

Dressing room rules broken? IPL 2026 faces major crackdown

Dressing room rules broken? IPL 2026 faces major crackdown

Rediff.com3 days ago

The BCCI is set to tighten off-field protocols for IPL 2026 due to concerns over unauthorised access to team environments.

Twin blasts rock BSF, Army camp in Punjab; police hint at ISI link

Twin blasts rock BSF, Army camp in Punjab; police hint at ISI link

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two explosions near defence establishments in Punjab have triggered security concerns.