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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.com7 days ago

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.

CJP Founder Questions Judicial Treatment Of Activists Versus Politician

CJP Founder Questions Judicial Treatment Of Activists Versus Politician

Rediff.com4 days ago

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has highlighted a stark contrast between the Allahabad High Court's decision to stay the conviction of a murder accused seeking a BJP ticket and the continued judicial custody of CJP co-convenors Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das. Dipke criticised the extended incarceration of Ranka and Das, who were arrested for protesting at Jantar Mantar, while emphasising their sacrifices for public good. The CJP has demanded their immediate release and questioned the legal proceedings, calling for institutional accountability.

'1,000 missiles locked and loaded': Trump's big warning to Iran

'1,000 missiles locked and loaded': Trump's big warning to Iran

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Donald Trump has issued a severe warning to Iran, threatening 'decimation' with '1,000 missiles' if the nation pursues alleged assassination plots against him, while Iranian officials accuse the US of violating a MoU amidst ongoing diplomatic talks.

India Face Batting Questions As Bhuvi Boosts Bowling Options In Series Decider

India Face Batting Questions As Bhuvi Boosts Bowling Options In Series Decider

Rediff.com7 days ago

India may turn to Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav for the series-deciding T20I against West Indies as they look to strengthen their bowling attack.

Rising Inflation? Protect Your Money Now

Rising Inflation? Protect Your Money Now

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

'Separate needs from wants and minimise discretionary spending.'

Reliance Industries raises Rs 25,000 crore in September bond issues, navigating rising borrowing costs

Reliance Industries raises Rs 25,000 crore in September bond issues, navigating rising borrowing costs

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has successfully raised a total of Rs 25,000 crore through domestic bond issues in September, including a recent Rs 13,000 crore 10-year bond at 7.90 per cent, as it prioritises funding certainty amidst expectations of a possible RBI rate hike and rising borrowing costs.

Frozen Shoulder? Try These Yoga Poses

Frozen Shoulder? Try These Yoga Poses

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Yoga expert Pushpa R recommends these three yoga poses that will help you relax and ease the discomfort of frozen shoulder.

Mighty Marathas Extend Winning Streak With Dramatic Shoot-Off Victory

Mighty Marathas Extend Winning Streak With Dramatic Shoot-Off Victory

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Mighty Marathas secured a thrilling shoot-off victory against in-form Chero Archers in the Archery Premier League on Monday, extending their winning streak to three matches. Other results saw Kakatiya Knights defeat Prithviraaj Yodhas, and defending champions Rajputana Royals end their losing streak against Chola Chiefs.

Baththa Movie Review: A Heartwarming Redemption Tale

Baththa Movie Review: A Heartwarming Redemption Tale

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Baththa turns a school toilet into the setting for an unlikely redemption story, turning itself into one of 2026's warmest feel-good entertainers.

Nitesh Siwach Claims Silver In Greco Roman Wrestling

Nitesh Siwach Claims Silver In Greco Roman Wrestling

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

India's Nitesh Siwach secured a silver medal in Greco Roman wrestling at the Asian Games in Nagoya, losing to Japan's Yuri Nakazato. This result extends India's wait for a Greco Roman gold since 1962.

NEET Round 3: What Are Options For Medical Aspirants?

NEET Round 3: What Are Options For Medical Aspirants?

Rediff.com2 days ago

With NEET Round 3 allotments concluded, medical aspirants are now evaluating their options, including participation in stray rounds, understanding penalties for not joining allotted seats, and exploring private or deemed university admissions.

'This Is Worse Than The Emergency'

'This Is Worse Than The Emergency'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

'Fifty thousand policemen were deployed; the entire New Delhi district was under siege. It shows how scared they are.'

Ankita-Rutuja's Asiad doubles run ends in heartbreak

Ankita-Rutuja's Asiad doubles run ends in heartbreak

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

India's women's doubles team, Ankita Raina and Rutuja Bhosale, were eliminated from the Asian Games tennis tournament after a first-round defeat to Kazakhstan. Meanwhile, Sumit Nagal's men's singles match was suspended due to rain.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Among Five Leaders At AM Green IGPL Krishna Invitational

Gaganjeet Bhullar Among Five Leaders At AM Green IGPL Krishna Invitational

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Five golfers, including Gaganjeet Bhullar, Aryan Roopa Anand, C Muniyappa, Rohit Baisoya, and Joshua Grenville-Wood, are tied for the lead at 5-under 65 after the opening round of the AM Green IGPL Krishna Invitational Hyderabad. Punjab Raptors and Vimtra Chennai Lions GC share the team honours, with 16 players within two shots of the lead, promising a competitive tournament.

Historic Bronze For Sunil Kumar In Asian Games Wrestling

Historic Bronze For Sunil Kumar In Asian Games Wrestling

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Indian Greco Roman wrestler Sunil Kumar secured a bronze medal in the men's 87kg category at the Asian Games, defeating Roberts Callum Johnston of the Philippines.

IIT-B suicide: Efforts on to unlock Sahil's phone, parents spend 8 hours at Crime Branch

IIT-B suicide: Efforts on to unlock Sahil's phone, parents spend 8 hours at Crime Branch

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

The parents of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode, who died by suicide, spent eight hours at the Mumbai Crime Branch office, while Union Minister Ramdas Athawale visited IIT Bombay, seeking a thorough investigation into the death and alleging potential caste discrimination.

'Undeclared Emer-GenZ': Tharoor slams 'war-like deployment'

'Undeclared Emer-GenZ': Tharoor slams 'war-like deployment'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor criticised the Modi government over the "war-like deployment" of police and paramilitary in Delhi to prevent a protest against the Election Commission. He highlighted extensive security measures, internet suspension, and detentions, calling it an "undeclared Emer-GenZ" and questioning the government's confidence in electoral integrity.

Unidentified Assailants Murder Garage Operator In Patna

Unidentified Assailants Murder Garage Operator In Patna

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

A garage operator in Patna, Anjani Nandan, was shot dead by unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants on Saturday night as he was leaving work. He succumbed to his injuries on Sunday. Police are investigating the motive and expect arrests soon.

Beware These Insurance Sales Traps

Beware These Insurance Sales Traps

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

If a bank sold the policy, complain to its grievance cell and, if necessary, escalate the complaint to the Reserve Bank of India Ombudsman.

Archery Premier League: Royals Make Winning Start; Knights Stun Mighty Marathas

Archery Premier League: Royals Make Winning Start; Knights Stun Mighty Marathas

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Defending champions Rajputana Royals defeated Prithviraaj Yodhas 5-3 in the opening match of the second Archery Premier League season. Led by Ojas Deotale, Ella Gibson, and Mete Gazoz, the Royals secured a hard-fought victory despite a strong comeback attempt by the Yodhas, who ultimately faltered with a costly error in the final moments.

TN police nab prime suspect in Rs 1-cr burglary at YouTuber's home

TN police nab prime suspect in Rs 1-cr burglary at YouTuber's home

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The prime suspect in the sensational burglary at the home of a YouTuber in Thammathukonam near Chennai was apprehended and a significant portion of the stolen valuables were recovered, the police said on Tuesday.

'I haven't signed any bond': Dipke wows more protests

'I haven't signed any bond': Dipke wows more protests

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has denied signing any bond preventing further protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, vowing to continue taking to the streets. He accused Delhi Police of illegal detention and mistreatment, including not allowing him to contact family after his grandmother's death on Saturday, and criticised the government's handling of protests and alleged police brutality.

76-year-old man gets 13-year jail for robbing bank 38 years ago

76-year-old man gets 13-year jail for robbing bank 38 years ago

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A 76-year-old man, Abdul Samad, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison and fined Rs 16,000 for his involvement in a 1988 bank robbery at the Nallurnad Service Cooperative Bank in Wayanad, Kerala. This sentencing concludes a decades-long legal process for the six-member gang.

Man kills wife, 2 priests in UP hostage drama; shot dead

Man kills wife, 2 priests in UP hostage drama; shot dead

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A man in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, who allegedly shot dead his wife and two priests, was killed in a police encounter after a seven-hour standoff during which he threatened to kill his children.

Asian Games: Ankita's gold after a sleepless night for her mother

Asian Games: Ankita's gold after a sleepless night for her mother

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India's women's recurve archery team, comprising Ankita Bhakat, Kumkum Anil Mohod, and Kirti Sharma, secured a historic gold medal at the Asian Games by defeating South Korea 5-3 in the final. This marks India's first-ever gold in this event, a significant achievement against a traditionally dominant opponent.

Pincky Balhara makes history with second Asiad medal

Pincky Balhara makes history with second Asiad medal

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Pincky Balhara secured a bronze medal in the women's 78kg Kurash event at the Asian Games, making her the first Indian to win two medals in the sport at the continental showpiece. Despite battling a knee injury sustained in the quarterfinals, Balhara fought valiantly before losing to South Korea's Sumin Mo in the semifinals. This achievement adds to her silver medal from the 2018 Jakarta Games.

NEET-PG 2026: 5,827 New Seats, Lower Cut-Offs

NEET-PG 2026: 5,827 New Seats, Lower Cut-Offs

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Postgraduate medical aspirants get big relief in NEET-PG 2026 as available seats rise to nearly 58,000 and cut-off scores drop significantly across categories. Here is what candidates should know before counselling begins.

George Russell fends off Max Verstappen to win Azerbaijan F1 Grand Prix

George Russell fends off Max Verstappen to win Azerbaijan F1 Grand Prix

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

George Russell secured a hard-fought victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, fending off a late charge from Max Verstappen after two safety car periods disrupted his comfortable lead. The win marks Russell's third of the season and significantly narrows the championship gap to teammate Kimi Antonelli. Isack Hadjar also celebrated a podium finish, while several other drivers faced incidents.

Asian Games Wrestling: Aman Stuns World champion Chong To Win Asian Games Gold

Asian Games Wrestling: Aman Stuns World champion Chong To Win Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat won the men's 57kg gold medal at the Asian Games, defeating North Korea's world champion Chong Song Han in the final.

India's gold charge meets rain hurdle as Sri Lanka await in Asian Games semifinal

India's gold charge meets rain hurdle as Sri Lanka await in Asian Games semifinal

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

India's men's cricket team, despite being full strength, faces a rusty start and weather challenges in their Asian Games semifinal against a second-string Sri Lanka. Heavy rain has hampered their practice, and while the forecast for the semifinal is clear, the final could be affected. India, as top-ranked, will progress if the match is washed out, highlighting the impact of weather on the tournament.

'I Lost A Lot Of Things In Life Because Of Addiction'

'I Lost A Lot Of Things In Life Because Of Addiction'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

'I've been a recovering addict. I've been in recovery for the past six years. For most of my life, I have suffered from addiction.'

Blue Drum Murder: Convicts Counselled After Emotional Verdict

Blue Drum Murder: Convicts Counselled After Emotional Verdict

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, convicted in the sensational Blue Drum murder case of Merchant Navy officer Saurabh Rajput, are undergoing counselling in jail after becoming emotional and refusing food post-verdict. Their sentencing is scheduled for October 14, and the case continues to impact properties in Meerut.

Infighting Rocks Hockey India As President Tirkey Challenges Secretary General Over Meeting

Infighting Rocks Hockey India As President Tirkey Challenges Secretary General Over Meeting

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey has objected to a 120th executive committee meeting called by Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh, citing lack of prior approval and consultation. The meeting's agenda includes the Hockey Association of Odisha elections, which Tirkey believes is being prioritised over more urgent matters concerning the federation. This comes amidst an ongoing turf war and a police complaint filed by Tirkey against some HI officials.

RBI Repo Rate Hike: What It Means For Your EMI

RBI Repo Rate Hike: What It Means For Your EMI

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has raised the repo rate by 0.25%. Three financial planners explain how soon banks will pass the increased loan interest on, what borrowers should check and what they need to avoid.

'Always be the first one': Pranavi Urs scripts history at Asian Games

'Always be the first one': Pranavi Urs scripts history at Asian Games

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win an Asian Games gold medal in golf.

The pressure is off us now: India's archers after golden run in Asian Games

The pressure is off us now: India's archers after golden run in Asian Games

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Indian archers returned from the Asian Games with a historic haul of 5 gold medals, 2 Olympic quotas, and other medals, celebrating their success and triumphs over global powerhouse South Korea. Coaches and athletes expressed elation, crediting rigorous training, teamwork, and a supportive ecosystem for their unprecedented performance.

How DNA Molecules Overcome Repulsion To Pair Up

How DNA Molecules Overcome Repulsion To Pair Up

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Researchers have for the first time directly visualised how two DNA molecules, despite their identical negative charges, zip together. This breakthrough, achieved using high-powered atomic force microscopy and advanced simulations, confirms the 'DNA zipper' model, revealing that positively charged metal ions act as molecular bridges to facilitate this crucial biological process. The discovery has significant implications for understanding genetic recombination, gene silencing, chromosome packaging, cancer development, and future biotechnology.

Delhi Bus Gangrape: Police File Chargesheet, SC Expresses Concern

Delhi Bus Gangrape: Police File Chargesheet, SC Expresses Concern

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Delhi Police have filed a 398-page chargesheet against a sleeper bus driver and conductor for the alleged gangrape of a minor during a journey from Greater Noida to Delhi. Biological evidence was crucial in the case, which also highlighted significant safety lapses on the bus. The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance, drawing parallels to the 2012 Nirbhaya case and questioning systemic law enforcement failures.

Lakhimpur Kheri Schools Mandated To Enhance Security Measures

Lakhimpur Kheri Schools Mandated To Enhance Security Measures

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Following the tragic killing of a teacher inside a school, the Lakhimpur Kheri district administration has ordered all schools to review and significantly upgrade their security protocols. A 16-point safety audit checklist has been introduced, mandating measures from controlled entry to CCTV surveillance and staff verification, with police coordination and increased patrolling.

How foreign varsities modified campuses to prevent suicides

How foreign varsities modified campuses to prevent suicides

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Indian educational institutions are adopting physical modifications like "anti-suicide" fans and barriers to prevent student suicides, drawing parallels with measures taken by foreign universities such as Houston, Cornell, Harvard, and NYU. While these measures are seen as "bandaid solutions" by some, experts suggest restricting access to lethal means is a valid part of a comprehensive suicide prevention strategy, alongside crucial mental health support.