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Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The festival's People's Choice Award, voted by the audience, is a strong indication of films that can eventually be nominated and even win Oscars. Twelve of the last 15 People's Choice winners have received Best Picture Oscar nominations.

How Will Lee's Election Impact Asia?

How Will Lee's Election Impact Asia?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Lee Jae-myung's decisive victory in South Korea's snap presidential election marks a major political shift driven by public backlash against authoritarian, with significant implications for domestic reform and the future of the US-South Korea alliance, observes Dr Rajaram Panda.

India falls out of favour, optimism returns for China: BofA survey

India falls out of favour, optimism returns for China: BofA survey

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Investor sentiment across Asian markets has shifted sharply in August, reveals the latest Bank of America (BofA) Fund Manager Survey, which found global growth expectations retreating after three months of improvement.

Sensex rises 419 pts to close above 81K

Sensex rises 419 pts to close above 81K

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Among Sensex firms, Tata Steel, BEL, Adani Ports, Tata Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Bharti Airtel, HCL Technologies, Trent, Mahindra & Mahindra, Reliance Industries, UltraTech Cement and Larsen & Toubro were the major gainers. However, Power Grid, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Hindustan Unilever were among the laggards.

Three Indian pugilists advance to Thailand Open semis

Three Indian pugilists advance to Thailand Open semis

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Tamanna, Priya, and Deepak enter semifinals of Thailand Open boxing

Sensex falls by 160 pts on sell-off in IT, healthcare shares

Sensex falls by 160 pts on sell-off in IT, healthcare shares

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Among the Sensex firms, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies, Infosys, Bajaj Finance, Eternal, Tata Consultancy Services, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Steel, ITC and L&T were the major laggards. Asian Paints, Mahindra & Mahindra, BEL, Adani Ports, State Bank of India, Trent, HDFC Bank were among the gainers.

ACT Hockey: India down Korea to continue winning run

ACT Hockey: India down Korea to continue winning run

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Defending champions India beat Korea 3-1 to register their fourth consecutive win at the Hero Asian Champions Trophy.

Salman's Bigg Boss Is Back!

Salman's Bigg Boss Is Back!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Maa, Mission, Salman Khan back to his Bigg Boss ways, Sukanya Verma lists your OTT picks this week.

Asian champion Nandini pulls out of World Championships

Asian champion Nandini pulls out of World Championships

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Nandini Agasara had received a provisional berth for the World Championships in Tokyo in September by virtue of winning the heptathlete gold medal at the Asian Championships.

Aishwary shoots gold in Asian Shooting Championship

Aishwary shoots gold in Asian Shooting Championship

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar dished out a dominant show to win the gold medal in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions competition at the Asian Shooting Championship.

Japan Open: Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya storm into Japan Open R2, Sindhu bows out

Japan Open: Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya storm into Japan Open R2, Sindhu bows out

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

In men's doubles, Satwik and Chirag, currently ranked 15th in the world, defeated the Korean duo of Kang Min Hyuk and Kim Dong Ju 21-18, 21-10 in just 42 minutes.

Sensex, Nifty end in red on concerns over US tariff

Sensex, Nifty end in red on concerns over US tariff

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Thursday after US President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 25 per cent tariff on all goods coming from India starting August 1 and an unspecified penalty for buying Russian crude oil and military equipment.

Will GST 2.0 Fix Deeper Weaknesses?

Will GST 2.0 Fix Deeper Weaknesses?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

GST 2.0 may cushion consumers against US tariffs, but like the 2019 corporate tax cut, it risks being another tactical fix rather than a structural growth strategy, expects Debashis Basu.

As buyers await price cut in GST rejig, automakers report dip in dispatches

As buyers await price cut in GST rejig, automakers report dip in dispatches

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Leading automakers Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra, and Tata Motors saw a dip in dispatches to dealers in August amid dip in demand with many prospective buyers postponing their buys anticipating a reduction in vehicle prices on account of the new GST framework. The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India reported an 8 per cent year-on-year dip in dispatches of passenger vehicles in the domestic market last month.

ACT Hockey Semis: India v South Korea - Who Will Prevail?

ACT Hockey Semis: India v South Korea - Who Will Prevail?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Maintaining a clean slate, favourites India will fancy their chances when they take on a below-par but unpredictable Korea in the semifinals of the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Hulunbuir, China on Monday.

L&T bets big on data centres, defence sector

L&T bets big on data centres, defence sector

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) is deepening its push into data centres and defence manufacturing while keeping an eye on emerging opportunities in nuclear and thermal power, chairman and managing director SN Subrahmanyan said. The engineering and construction conglomerate has invested around Rs 2,200 crore in data centres, with 32 megawatts (Mw) already operational.

States Seek Centre's Help To Deal With Trump's Tariffs

States Seek Centre's Help To Deal With Trump's Tariffs

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

State governments have requested the Centre for export incentives, lifting of import duty in the case of cotton for the textile sector and GST exemptions.

Women's ACT: Deepika shines as India edge Korea in thriller

Women's ACT: Deepika shines as India edge Korea in thriller

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Striker Deepika converted a penalty stroke three minutes from the final hooter to lead India to a tense 3-2 win over South Korea

Sensex jumps 676 pts as GST reform bid sparks rally

Sensex jumps 676 pts as GST reform bid sparks rally

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Among Sensex firms, Maruti zoomed the most by 8.94 per cent. Bajaj Finance rallied over 5 per cent, UltraTech Cement by 3.71 per cent, and Bajaj Finserv by 3.7 per cent. Mahindra & Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever and Trent were also among the gainers. However, ITC was the biggest loser, dropping by 1.26 per cent. Eternal, Tech Mahindra and Larsen & Toubro also declined.

2026 FIFA World Cup draw to be held at Kennedy Center

2026 FIFA World Cup draw to be held at Kennedy Center

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

FIFA boss Infantino also presented President Trump with the very first ticket to the tournament's grand finale.

Stock markets end flat in volatile trade

Stock markets end flat in volatile trade

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Among Sensex firms, Eternal, Infosys, Asian Paints, HDFC Bank, Bajaj Finserv and Titan were the major gainers. However, Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, Adani Ports and Bharat Electronics were among the laggards.

Every Picture Tells A Story

Every Picture Tells A Story

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

'Within 5 hours, it was done': Trump repeats he stopped India-Pak nuke war

'Within 5 hours, it was done': Trump repeats he stopped India-Pak nuke war

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Trump also repeated his claim that seven fighter jets or more were shot down during the hostilities.

Can India-US Tariff Issue Be Resolved Amicably?

Can India-US Tariff Issue Be Resolved Amicably?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Communication channels between India and the US are open to resolve the ongoing tariff issues, and the glitch in trade ties is only temporary, given the long-term relationship between the two nations, government sources said on Wednesday. The US' 50 per cent tariffs on Indian exports to America came into effect from August 27, barring a few sectors.

Sensex jumps nearly 540 points on Asian stocks rally

Sensex jumps nearly 540 points on Asian stocks rally

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Among Sensex firms, Tata Motors, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finance, Maruti, Bajaj Finserv, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries were the major gainers. However, Hindustan Unilever, UltraTech Cement, Bharat Electronics and ITC were among the laggards.

Sensex tanks 586 points on global sell-off

Sensex tanks 586 points on global sell-off

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Tata Steel, Maruti, Tata Motors, Infosys, Bharti Airtel and Tech Mahindra were also among the laggards. However, Trent, Asian Paints, Hindustan Unilever, ITC, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Reliance Industries were the gainers.

Stock markets close flat; Eternal jumps nearly 11%

Stock markets close flat; Eternal jumps nearly 11%

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Food delivery and quick commerce firm Eternal, which owns the Zomato and Blinkit brands, on Monday reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 25 crore for the June quarter, as continuing investments in quick commerce and going-out businesses weighed on its bottom line. Titan, Hindustan Unilever, Bharat Electronics, Maruti, ICICI Bank and Mahindra & Mahindra were also among the gainers. However, Tata Motors, Adani Ports, State Bank of India and Reliance Industries were among the laggards.

Stock markets weather Trump tariff storm

Stock markets weather Trump tariff storm

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Among Sensex firms, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, Eternal, Axis Bank, Maruti, Tata Steel, HDFC Bank and Asian Paints were the gainers. However, Adani Ports, Trent, Tata Motors, Hindustan Unilever and NTPC were among the laggards.

Thailand Open: Five Indians enter quarterfinals

Thailand Open: Five Indians enter quarterfinals

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Five Indians set for quarterfinal clashes at Thailand Open

Asian Athletics: Indian men's relay team in race for gold

Asian Athletics: Indian men's relay team in race for gold

Rediff.com29 May 2025

The final line-up includes strong contenders like Sri Lanka, China, and Kazakhstan, with Sri Lanka boasting of the season's fastest of 3:01.56.

Yadav only bright spot as Indians crumble at World Games

Yadav only bright spot as Indians crumble at World Games

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

In the semifinals, Yadav had lost 145-147 to American Curtis Lee Broadnax while Verma went down 145-148 to top seed Mike Schloesser of the Netherlands.

Bengaluru to host Billie Jean King Cup playoffs

Bengaluru to host Billie Jean King Cup playoffs

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

India were on Thursday drawn in group G along with Slovenia and the Netherlands as Karnataka will host the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup playoffs in Bengaluru from November 14 where India will strive to qualify for the finals.

Sensex tanks 721 pts dragged by Bajaj Finance, foreign fund outflows

Sensex tanks 721 pts dragged by Bajaj Finance, foreign fund outflows

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Stock markets declined for the second day in a row on Friday, with the Sensex tumbling 721 points due to heavy selling in financial, IT and oil & gas shares amid persistent foreign fund outflows.

Buying in L&T helps Sensex gain 144 points

Buying in L&T helps Sensex gain 144 points

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Sun Pharma, NTPC, Maruti, Bharti Airtel, Trent and Axis Bank were also among the gainers. However, Tata Motors, Power Grid, Eternal, Bajaj Finserv and Hindustan Unilever were among the laggards.

Blue-chip stocks drag Sensex down by 542 points

Blue-chip stocks drag Sensex down by 542 points

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

From the Sensex firms, Trent, Tech Mahindra, Bajaj Finserv, Reliance Industries, Infosys, Kotak Mahindra Bank, HCL Technologies, and NTPC were among the biggest laggards. However, Eternal, Tata Motors, Sun Pharma, Tata Steel, and Titan were the gainers.

Rashford takes pay cut as Barca come calling

Rashford takes pay cut as Barca come calling

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The move came after Manchester-born Rashford, who made 426 senior appearances and scored 138 goals for United in all competitions, fell out of favour with manager Ruben Amorim.

Sindhu ends first-round curse with gritty China win

Sindhu ends first-round curse with gritty China win

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Sindhu regained control in the decider, maintaining a steady lead to close out the contest and secure a hard-fought win in 62 minutes.

Sensex pares losses, ends up 64 points

Sensex pares losses, ends up 64 points

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Among Sensex firms, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tech Mahindra, State Bank of India, Infosys, Adani Ports and ITC were the major gainers. However, Eternal, Sun Pharma, Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Bajaj Finance and Bharat Electronics were among the major laggards.

Son breaks down in final Spurs game

Son breaks down in final Spurs game

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

The 33-year-old Son, who is under contract until 2026, is set to leave Spurs after a decade.

Sensex gains 270 pts on fag-end buying in banking stocks

Sensex gains 270 pts on fag-end buying in banking stocks

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

From the Sensex firms, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Eternal, Asian Paints, NTPC, Bharat Electronics Ltd, Adani Ports, Infosys and State Bank of India were among the major gainers. However, Titan tumbled over 6 per cent. Trent, Axis Bank, Maruti and Hindustan Unilever were also among the laggards.