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How Krutrim Became India's First AI Unicorn

How Krutrim Became India's First AI Unicorn

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Krutrim, India's first AI unicorn, has successfully repositioned itself as a focused domestic AI Cloud Services provider, reporting its first annual net profit in FY26.

Why Punjab Police Wants Bishnoi Docu-Series Banned

Why Punjab Police Wants Bishnoi Docu-Series Banned

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Punjab Police has requested the Centre to direct ZEE5 to halt the airing of the docu-series 'Lawrence of Punjab' on gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, citing a significant risk to public order and potential influence on youth towards criminal activities.

How Indian Medic Profited From Fake AI Influencer Emily Hart

How Indian Medic Profited From Fake AI Influencer Emily Hart

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Indian youth creates fictional AI influencer, Emily Hart, who amasses millions of followers and earns him substantial income, exposing the deceptive potential of AI in the digital age.

The Rediff Podcast: Indrani Mukerjea: Why I Chose Peace Over Fame

The Rediff Podcast: Indrani Mukerjea: Why I Chose Peace Over Fame

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

From boardrooms to ballrooms -- Indrani Mukerjea is back, unbothered, unstoppable, and gloriously, unapologetically herself.

Ex-Bank Employees Arrested In Gurugram Loan Fraud Case

Ex-Bank Employees Arrested In Gurugram Loan Fraud Case

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Gurugram Police have arrested two former bank employees for allegedly fraudulently obtaining loans by accessing data of pre-approved accounts.

Goa Police Crack Down on IPL Betting Ring, Arrest Four

Goa Police Crack Down on IPL Betting Ring, Arrest Four

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Goa police have dismantled an IPL betting racket operating from a house in South Goa, arresting four individuals and seizing cash and electronic devices.

Teacher And Guard Face Charges For Assaulting Disabled Student In Latur

Teacher And Guard Face Charges For Assaulting Disabled Student In Latur

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A teacher and a security guard at a government-aided residential school in Latur, Maharashtra, have been booked for allegedly assaulting a student with cognitive impairments. The incident came to light after a video of the assault surfaced online, prompting a police investigation.

Modi's Message to Students: Prioritise Skills, Limit Internet Use

Modi's Message to Students: Prioritise Skills, Limit Internet Use

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

While talking to students during Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Everyone has their own pattern. Some people study better in the morning, some at night. Whatever suits you, believe in that. But also take advice and, if that benefits you, then only add it to your life structure."

Kohli-Anushka Seek Blessings in Vrindavan After Social Media Buzz

Kohli-Anushka Seek Blessings in Vrindavan After Social Media Buzz

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visit Vrindavan to seek blessings of Premanand Maharaj on Akshaya Tritiya, marking their first public appearance after a recent social media controversy.

Why Punjab Police Wants Bishnoi Docu-Series Banned

Why Punjab Police Wants Bishnoi Docu-Series Banned

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Punjab Police has requested the Centre to direct ZEE5 to halt the airing of the docu-series 'Lawrence of Punjab' on gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, citing a significant risk to public order and potential influence on youth towards criminal activities.

Govt body plans legal framework for AI companies

Govt body plans legal framework for AI companies

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

India's newly formed Artificial Intelligence Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG) is set to advocate for a unified legal framework for AI companies, including developers of large language models and chatbot systems, alongside broader operational rules.

When Will India Produce A Trillion-Dollar Company?

When Will India Produce A Trillion-Dollar Company?

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India's first trillion-dollar company will be built on technology it owns, not just operates, predicts Ajay Kumar.

Is The World Moving Towards De-Dollarisation?

Is The World Moving Towards De-Dollarisation?

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India should not stay on the margins of this initiative. There should be a serious debate about what would be in India's best interests asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

More Ministries May Get Online Content Blocking Powers

More Ministries May Get Online Content Blocking Powers

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

'We are considering this to ensure swift action on content for which the respective ministries have domain experts and can better determine the illegality of the content or the web site that needs to be taken down.'

Deepika Padukone Breaks Her Silence On Dhurandhar 2

Deepika Padukone Breaks Her Silence On Dhurandhar 2

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Deepika Padukone has finally addressed the online chatter surrounding her alleged silence on husband Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar The Revenge.

Protests intensify in Iran after exiled prince's call, internet shut

Protests intensify in Iran after exiled prince's call, internet shut

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Thousands of people took to the streets in Iran's capital late Thursday after exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi called for a mass demonstration, marking a fresh escalation in nationwide protests driven by economic distress, witnesses said.

'China, India or other hellhole': Trump reposts anti-India rant

'China, India or other hellhole': Trump reposts anti-India rant

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Donald Trump has amplified a critique of birthright citizenship by sharing a video of Michael Savage, who claimed the legal system allows immigrants to exploit American laws.

Gujarat ATS nabs two in 'Ghazwa-E-Hind' conspiracy

Gujarat ATS nabs two in 'Ghazwa-E-Hind' conspiracy

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested two individuals for allegedly conspiring to wage war against the country by radicalising individuals through social media and planning to establish 'Ghazwa-e-Hind'.

Rediff.com Prepares for Potential IPO

Rediff.com Prepares for Potential IPO

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Rediff.com India Ltd, a subsidiary of AvenuesAI Ltd, has filed draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI through the confidential pre-filing route, marking an important step towards a potential public listing after its acquisition and strategic shift to an AI-led digital platform.

Influencer Breaks Silence on Kohli's Viral 'Like'

Influencer Breaks Silence on Kohli's Viral 'Like'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli's casual Instagram 'like' on a travel vlogger's post unexpectedly went viral, sparking social media buzz and bringing back his 'algorithm interaction' explanation.

Cyber Fraud Network Busted In Gujarat, Eight Arrested

Cyber Fraud Network Busted In Gujarat, Eight Arrested

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Gujarat police have arrested eight individuals for their alleged involvement in a cyber fraud network that handled transactions worth over Rs 288 crore. The arrests were made as part of 'Operation Mule Hunt 2.0', targeting organised cyber crime.

Two Arrested in Delhi for Posing as E-Commerce Customer Care to Defraud Man

Two Arrested in Delhi for Posing as E-Commerce Customer Care to Defraud Man

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men from Uttar Pradesh for allegedly cheating a Delhi resident of Rs 1.25 lakh by posing as customer care executives of an e-commerce brand.

Internet services restored in violence-hit Karbi Anglong in Assam

Internet services restored in violence-hit Karbi Anglong in Assam

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Mobile internet services have been restored in Assam's Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts following an improvement in the law and order situation after recent violence between the Karbi and Bihari communities.

From Kartrocket To Shiprocket: Journey Of A Unicorn

From Kartrocket To Shiprocket: Journey Of A Unicorn

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

'More than becoming a unicorn, what truly satisfies us is seeing small businesses grow from Rs 10,000 a month to Rs 20 lakh after joining our platform.'

Kerala Student Death: Loan App Operators Remanded To Custody

Kerala Student Death: Loan App Operators Remanded To Custody

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Three men have been arrested in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, in connection with the death of a first-year BDS student in Kerala, who allegedly faced harassment from a loan app company.

CCTV Footage of Alleged Molestation in Jaipur Triggers Political Storm

CCTV Footage of Alleged Molestation in Jaipur Triggers Political Storm

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

CCTV footage of an alleged molestation incident in Jaipur has surfaced, sparking public outrage and political criticism of the BJP government. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred on March 25, based on the available footage.

Hyderabad Duo Arrested in Connection with Belagavi 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Hyderabad Duo Arrested in Connection with Belagavi 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Two individuals from Hyderabad have been arrested in connection with a 'digital arrest' scam in Belagavi, where an 81-year-old businessman was defrauded of over Rs 15 crore.

Direct Mutual Funds Outpaced Regular Schemes In FY26

Direct Mutual Funds Outpaced Regular Schemes In FY26

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Direct plans of mutual fund schemes added nearly 21 million individual investor folios in FY26 (as of February), surpassing regular plans' 15 million net additions, marking only the second time direct plans have outpaced regular plans in annual folio growth, despite turbulent equity markets.

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.

Asha Bhosle: 'I've Sung Many Songs, But Some Songs Have Been A Challenge'

Asha Bhosle: 'I've Sung Many Songs, But Some Songs Have Been A Challenge'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

'Today's girls are freer than the earlier generation. They perform more freely.'

Cyber Crime Police Arrest Four in Noida for Tech Support Scam

Cyber Crime Police Arrest Four in Noida for Tech Support Scam

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Noida Cyber Crime Police arrested four individuals in Sector 76 for allegedly defrauding foreign nationals through a tech support scam. The accused posed as technical support agents, falsely claiming hacking incidents to extort money from victims.

War In The Strait Has Reached A Condom Factory!

War In The Strait Has Reached A Condom Factory!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Karex, the Malaysian company that makes roughly one in five of the world's condoms -- about five billion a year, supplying Durex and Trojan among others -- announced this week that it is raising prices by up to 30 percent. The reason is the Strait of Hormuz.

Outrage as Madrassa Teachers Arrested for Beating Student in Viral Video

Outrage as Madrassa Teachers Arrested for Beating Student in Viral Video

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Two madrassa teachers in Saharanpur have been arrested after a video surfaced showing them allegedly beating a 10-year-old student with a stick, sparking public outrage.

Meghalaya CM Briefs Governor on Garo Hills Law and Order

Meghalaya CM Briefs Governor on Garo Hills Law and Order

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma briefed Governor CH Vijayashankar on the law and order situation in the Garo Hills region following recent violence related to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) elections.

Home Ministry Explains Use of Open-Source Intelligence for Security

Home Ministry Explains Use of Open-Source Intelligence for Security

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

The Home Ministry has informed a parliamentary committee that security agencies utilise open-source intelligence, including social media, for information gathering, ensuring no privacy breach as personal data is not collected.

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Karnataka government has introduced a draft policy to address the growing concerns surrounding excessive and unsafe digital technology use among students, focusing on mental health, cyber safety, and responsible digital behaviour.

Cyber Fraud Racket Offering Fake Escort Services Busted in Rajasthan

Cyber Fraud Racket Offering Fake Escort Services Busted in Rajasthan

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Police have dismantled a cyber fraud racket operating from a remote island in Dungarpur district, arresting 12 individuals involved in offering fake escort services and scamming victims across the country.

Five Arrested in Gadag for Student Bank Account Fraud

Five Arrested in Gadag for Student Bank Account Fraud

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Police in Gadag, Karnataka, have arrested five men for allegedly luring students with false promises of scholarships to open bank accounts for illegal transactions.

10 Films That Leaked Online Before Release

10 Films That Leaked Online Before Release

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

As Jana Nayagan and Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender become victims of piracy even before they got an official release, Sreeju Sudhakaran looks back at some of the major Indian movies that were impacted by pre-release leaks.

PhonePe Introduces 'On-The-Go' Card for Contactless Transit Payments Across India

PhonePe Introduces 'On-The-Go' Card for Contactless Transit Payments Across India

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

PhonePe has launched the 'RuPay On-The-Go' Card, a National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) aimed at digitising transit payments across India. The card enables quick, tap-and-pay transactions on NCMC-enabled services like metros, buses, and trains, even without internet connectivity.