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West Asia Tensions, Fed Minutes to Shape Gold and Silver's Next Move

West Asia Tensions, Fed Minutes to Shape Gold and Silver's Next Move

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Gold and silver prices are anticipated to maintain a positive trajectory in the coming week, with market volatility expected to remain high due to ongoing developments in West Asia and upcoming global economic data, particularly the Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting minutes.

JSW MG Motor India aims for 1 million vehicles, eyes fresh funding for expansion

JSW MG Motor India aims for 1 million vehicles, eyes fresh funding for expansion

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

JSW Group and China's SAIC Motor are in discussions for the next round of capital support for JSW MG Motor India, aiming to expand manufacturing capacity beyond 220,000 units annually to an ambitious one million vehicles and broaden its new-energy vehicle (NEV) portfolio.

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy merge to create India's largest AI-powered insurance platform

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy merge to create India's largest AI-powered insurance platform

Rediff.com2 days ago

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy have merged to establish India's largest artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled insurance distribution platform, targeting a significant premium book and extensive reach across the country.

Hospitals Oppose Room Rate Cap

Hospitals Oppose Room Rate Cap

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

'Indian private sector hospitals provide quality healthcare at a fraction of the global cost.'

How NIT Rourkela's New Hybrid System Boosts EV Battery Life

How NIT Rourkela's New Hybrid System Boosts EV Battery Life

Rediff.com1 days ago

Researchers at NIT Rourkela have patented a novel hybrid energy-storage system designed to significantly improve the efficiency and lifespan of electric vehicle batteries. This innovation addresses common issues like low power density and thermal stress by integrating supercapacitors with a simplified architecture, making EVs more reliable, especially in urban driving conditions.

The Kardashians Love Namrata Karad's Bags

The Kardashians Love Namrata Karad's Bags

Rediff.com1 days ago

Namrata Karad, founder of Ahikoza by BRHAM, opens up about going from working on a Hugo Boss sales floor to seeing her bags carried by Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, Kylie Jenner, Khloe Kardashian...

Canada suspends trade talks with US, 50% tariff kicks in

Canada suspends trade talks with US, 50% tariff kicks in

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Trade negotiations between the United States and Canada have collapsed, leading to the US imposing 50% tariffs on nearly $28 billion worth of Canadian imports, with Canada immediately vowing to retaliate dollar-for-dollar.

Indian REITs show resilience, distribute Rs 3,136 crore to unitholders in Q1FY27

Indian REITs show resilience, distribute Rs 3,136 crore to unitholders in Q1FY27

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

India's six publicly listed Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) collectively distributed approximately 3,136 crore to over 485,000 unitholders during the first quarter (April-June) of the current financial year (FY27), demonstrating the sector's resilience despite global uncertainties.

July 8 Market Crash: 'Volatility Is Best Friend Of Investor'

July 8 Market Crash: 'Volatility Is Best Friend Of Investor'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

'Buy on dips, buy on dips and sell on rise.'

10 Skills AI Is Teaching That Schools Aren't

10 Skills AI Is Teaching That Schools Aren't

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

When a student asks AI to explore an idea, challenges its response, asks for alternatives, improves the output and decides what is worth retaining, the student is practising behaviours that are central to leadership, says Jaspreet Bindra, co-founder and CEO of AI & Beyond, an organisation promoting AI literacy.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty rally as crude oil prices decline, IT stocks gain

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty rally as crude oil prices decline, IT stocks gain

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rallied in early trade, driven by a significant decline in crude oil prices and positive developments on the geopolitical front, alongside strong performance in blue-chip IT stocks. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 2, 2026

'HDFC Merger Contributed To HDFC Bank's Troubles'

'HDFC Merger Contributed To HDFC Bank's Troubles'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Once you're wrestling with making a merger of that scale value-accretive, you're also under pressure to keep growing the balance sheet and chasing liabilities, and other things start to slip as a consequence.'

Vice President Radhakrishnan Unveils Gnani Artha, Sovereign AI Stack For Indian Enterprises

Vice President Radhakrishnan Unveils Gnani Artha, Sovereign AI Stack For Indian Enterprises

Rediff.com7 days ago

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan launched Gnani Artha, an end-to-end sovereign AI stack for Indian enterprises and public institutions. He emphasised that new technologies, including AI, will enhance ease of work and create more jobs, drawing parallels with the IT industry's growth. The initiative, backed by the India AI Mission, aims for self-reliance and includes the Gnani Evon v3.3 language model and Gnani Plexus AI platform, offering cost-effective Indic language capabilities.

Vice President Radhakrishnan Unveils Gnani Artha, Sovereign AI Stack For Indian Enterprises

Vice President Radhakrishnan Unveils Gnani Artha, Sovereign AI Stack For Indian Enterprises

Rediff.com7 days ago

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan launched Gnani Artha, an end-to-end sovereign AI stack for Indian enterprises and public institutions. He emphasised that new technologies, including AI, will enhance ease of work and create more jobs, drawing parallels with the IT industry's growth. The initiative, backed by the India AI Mission, aims for self-reliance and includes the Gnani Evon v3.3 language model and Gnani Plexus AI platform, offering cost-effective Indic language capabilities.

Iran in deep trouble, US military action still on the table: Trump

Iran in deep trouble, US military action still on the table: Trump

Rediff.com7 days ago

US President Donald Trump indicated that American military operations targeting Iran might not have concluded, while firmly rejecting immediate talks with Tehran. He asserted that Iran is facing severe military and economic difficulties and possesses limited capabilities, despite the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

RBI's New Data Rules Force Banks, NBFCs to Rework Fintech Partnerships

RBI's New Data Rules Force Banks, NBFCs to Rework Fintech Partnerships

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Indian banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) are undertaking a comprehensive review and reset of their engagement terms with fintech firms, driven by the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) draft Guidance on Regulatory Expectations for Data Governance and the stringent compliance requirements of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, and its 2025 Rules.

Gujarat Floods: Insurers anticipate Rs 5,000 crore in claims, primarily for property damage

Gujarat Floods: Insurers anticipate Rs 5,000 crore in claims, primarily for property damage

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Insurers are bracing for claims worth nearly 5,000 crore from the recent floods in Gujarat, predominantly for property losses, though they do not foresee an increase in premiums within the competitive property insurance market.

Three Business Dailies Set to Launch

Three Business Dailies Set to Launch

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

The last major business daily to launch in India was Financial Chronicle in April 2008, preceded by Mint on February 1, 2007.

What Makes Crypto Rise Or Fall?

What Makes Crypto Rise Or Fall?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Crypto can rise or fall for many reasons. Here's a simple guide to what gives digital assets value and drives their prices.

HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan to retire amid governance concerns

HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan to retire amid governance concerns

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sashidhar Jagdishan, the managing director and chief executive of HDFC Bank, has opted out of being considered for reappointment after his current term ends on October 26, choosing to retire after nearly three decades with the lender.

Active MFs reduce bets to multi-year low

Active MFs reduce bets to multi-year low

Rediff.com4 days ago

HDFC Bank's share in active mutual fund schemes has fallen to multi-year lows, despite overall MF ownership in the bank rising, as the stock faces weak performance, soft margins, and governance concerns.

US Visa Pause Clouds Travel Plans

US Visa Pause Clouds Travel Plans

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

'One important clarification is that the reported US action is not a blanket cancellation of all US tourist visas.'

US-Iran Talks, Crude Prices, FII Activity to Dictate Markets

US-Iran Talks, Crude Prices, FII Activity to Dictate Markets

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

The Indian stock market's movement this week will be significantly influenced by the outcome of US-Iran talks, global crude oil prices, and the trading activities of foreign institutional investors (FIIs), according to market analysts.

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Conference and BJP held significant protests in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing each other of failing to deliver on promises. The NC demanded the restoration of statehood, while the BJP criticised the NC government's performance on issues like jobs and corruption, marking the first major political unrest since Article 370's abrogation.

'If The Economy Is Growing At 6.5-7%, Why Don't Wages Increase?'

'If The Economy Is Growing At 6.5-7%, Why Don't Wages Increase?'

Rediff.com20 hours ago

'Wages have not risen. Rural wages have stagnated. The growth was 0.7 per cent last year. For casual and irregular labour, the wage growth is negative.'

Marc Faber: 'Indian Markets Can Go Down 20 Per Cent'

Marc Faber: 'Indian Markets Can Go Down 20 Per Cent'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

'India has initiated a bear market and we will still go lower. It has nothing to do with the economy.'

FPIs inject Rs 16,621 crore into Indian equities in early August

FPIs inject Rs 16,621 crore into Indian equities in early August

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have injected Rs 16,621 crore into Indian equities during the first half of August, continuing a buying spree driven by improving relative valuations, resilient corporate earnings, and expectations of softer US interest rates.

Indian Start-up Serendipity Space Achieves Drug Crystallisation In Near-Space

Indian Start-up Serendipity Space Achieves Drug Crystallisation In Near-Space

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Odisha-based Serendipity Space successfully demonstrated drug crystallisation processes on a satellite prototype in a near-space mission. This breakthrough aims to enable pharmaceutical manufacturing in low Earth orbit, leveraging microgravity to create superior drug crystal structures for enhanced solubility, stability, and effectiveness. The mission tested core technologies, including an autonomous pharmaceutical factory, and was inspired by advancements made on the International Space Station.

Experts Call For National Policy To Boost Assistive Technology Market

Experts Call For National Policy To Boost Assistive Technology Market

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Experts highlight India's significant market potential for assistive technologies, estimated at Rs 75,000-95,000 crore by 2030. They advocate for a National Assistive Technology Policy to address current gaps in access and service delivery, fostering inclusion, independence, and economic participation for persons with disabilities and the elderly.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Pare Early Losses

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Pare Early Losses

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty recovered early losses to trade higher, supported by encouraging developments on the geopolitical front, specifically the US-Iran peace deal, and easing crude oil prices.

'I'm A Pretty Funny Guy In Real Life'

'I'm A Pretty Funny Guy In Real Life'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

'I wanted to make an out-and-out entertainer, a film where people could come into the theatre, laugh, have fun, and walk out feeling entertained. That was my thought when I took up Korean Kanakaraju.'

80th Independence Day: Modi vows to realise 'Viksit Bharat' dream by 2047

80th Independence Day: Modi vows to realise 'Viksit Bharat' dream by 2047

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 80th Independence Day address, expressed strong confidence that India will achieve developed nation status by 2047, urging citizens to embrace big dreams and unwavering resolve to realise 'Viksit Bharat'. He highlighted India's economic transformation and significant growth in various sectors, including defence production, electronic manufacturing, and mobile phone production.

The Taj's Hidden Story Is India's Wealth

The Taj's Hidden Story Is India's Wealth

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

In many ways, 17th century India occupied a position in the global economy comparable to that of the United States today. Just as millions of people now look towards America because of its economic opportunities, merchants, adventurers and trading companies once looked towards India.

Lost Your Job? Protect Your Finances

Lost Your Job? Protect Your Finances

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

List all unavoidable expenses such as rent, groceries, transportation, education and medical bills.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rally on US-Iran Peace Deal

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rally on US-Iran Peace Deal

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged significantly in early trade, tracking a global rally fueled by US President Donald Trump's declaration of an end to the war with Iran and a subsequent drop in crude oil prices.

Shiprocket to use IPO funds for AI push, eyes broader merchant operating system

Shiprocket to use IPO funds for AI push, eyes broader merchant operating system

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Shiprocket plans to allocate a significant portion of its IPO proceeds towards artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to evolve its e-commerce enablement platform into a comprehensive operating system for merchants, enabling conversational commands and reducing manual tasks.

'We Travelled Peacefully By Road From Imphal To Guwahati'

'We Travelled Peacefully By Road From Imphal To Guwahati'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

'People have been facing significant difficulties due to skyrocketing airfares, and road transportation was inaccessible until now.'

When Ratan Tata Saved My Dog

When Ratan Tata Saved My Dog

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The Small Animal Hospital, which provides world-class treatment to pets and strays alike, continues Ratan Tata's legacy.

How EVTOLs Can Revolutionise India's Medical Logistics

How EVTOLs Can Revolutionise India's Medical Logistics

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Air India, SkyDrive, and Suzuki Motor Corporation have signed an initial pact to conduct a joint feasibility study on using electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for medical air logistics in India. This collaboration aims to address severe traffic congestion in major Indian cities, which poses challenges for time-critical medical transport, by developing last-mile emergency medical solutions.

Govt extends PM E-DRIVE subsidy for e2Ws till FY28

Govt extends PM E-DRIVE subsidy for e2Ws till FY28

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

The Central government has approved an additional Rs 1,000 crore for electric two-wheelers (e2w) under the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme, extending incentives for the segment until March 2028.