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TCS made 25,000 fresher offers for FY27; future hiring depends on demand

TCS made 25,000 fresher offers for FY27; future hiring depends on demand

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has extended 25,000 offers to freshers for the current fiscal year (FY27), with future hiring decisions contingent on the demand scenario, according to CEO K Krithivasan.

Bharat Taxi Surpasses 2 Million Users, Focuses on Driver Welfare

Bharat Taxi Surpasses 2 Million Users, Focuses on Driver Welfare

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Cooperation Minister Amit Shah announces Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, has reached 2.13 million users and 231,000 drivers. The platform operates on a zero-commission model, prioritising driver welfare and expansion into Tier 2 and 3 cities.

Govt releases FAQs on women's quota bill after LS defeat

Govt releases FAQs on women's quota bill after LS defeat

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The government has released a set of FAQs to address concerns and clarify the details surrounding the Women's Reservation Bill, which aims to provide 33 per cent quota for women in legislatures.

Study: Smartwatch Data Offers Scalable Way to Detect Early Diabetes Risk

Study: Smartwatch Data Offers Scalable Way to Detect Early Diabetes Risk

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A new study reveals a framework using smartwatch data to detect early signs of diabetes by predicting insulin resistance, potentially enabling timely lifestyle interventions.

Cheerio AI Raises Rs 8 Crore in Seed Funding Round

Cheerio AI Raises Rs 8 Crore in Seed Funding Round

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Cheerio AI, an AI-powered customer engagement platform, has raised Rs 8 crore in seed funding to build multi-modal AI capabilities and expand its platform.

Investment Advisors Heavily Concentrated in Five Metros, Hindering Financial Inclusion

Investment Advisors Heavily Concentrated in Five Metros, Hindering Financial Inclusion

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A significant majority (57%) of India's investment advisors are concentrated in just five metro cities, leading to concerns about financial inclusion and the spread of financial market products beyond urban centres, according to a Business Standard analysis of Sebi data.

Meta Flags DPDP Compliance Timeline Concerns

Meta Flags DPDP Compliance Timeline Concerns

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

'We do have some concerns with the timeline being shortened from 18 to 12 months.'

Strong, Stylish, Unstoppable: Raja Kumari, Sherry, Malti...

Strong, Stylish, Unstoppable: Raja Kumari, Sherry, Malti...

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

From singing icon Raja Kumari to India's first Mrs Universe Sherry Singh, the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI runway celebrated women from all walks of life.

'We have been building AI before it became mainstream'

'We have been building AI before it became mainstream'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

'Today, we are at a stage where we have launched a voice-to-voice model that supports 14 Indian languages.'

Bihar gets first BJP-led govt; Samrat Choudhary takes oath as CM

Bihar gets first BJP-led govt; Samrat Choudhary takes oath as CM

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Samrat Choudhary's appointment as Bihar's Chief Minister marks a significant milestone for the BJP, ushering in a new era of leadership in the state's political landscape.

'Not the ending I planned': Oracle's mass layoffs spark online angst

'Not the ending I planned': Oracle's mass layoffs spark online angst

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Oracle Corporation has reportedly laid off thousands of employees globally, including a significant number in India, with affected individuals receiving early morning termination emails and immediate laptop lockouts, despite the company posting record quarterly revenues of $17.2 billion.

Delhi Man Held for Stabbing Victim After Harassment Confrontation

Delhi Man Held for Stabbing Victim After Harassment Confrontation

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 19-year-old man for allegedly stabbing a youth in Model Town after the victim's family confronted him about harassing a woman in the neighbourhood.

VHP Calls for Stringent Action in Uttam Nagar Holi Clash Death

VHP Calls for Stringent Action in Uttam Nagar Holi Clash Death

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has condemned the killing of Tarun Khatik during a Holi clash in Delhi and demanded strict action against the culprits, invoking the 'Yogi model' of justice.

Why Noida's Industrial Hub Erupted In Protest

Why Noida's Industrial Hub Erupted In Protest

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'Workers are being pushed into 12- to 14-hour shifts under poor conditions. These largely leaderless protests are likely to continue.'

Modi to interact with chief ministers over West Asia conflict

Modi to interact with chief ministers over West Asia conflict

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a video conference with chief ministers of most states to assess their preparedness and strategies in response to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

Sebi Introduces Abridged Prospectus for Easier IPO Investing

Sebi Introduces Abridged Prospectus for Easier IPO Investing

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced an abridged prospectus to simplify IPO disclosures, making them more accessible for investors. This concise summary will accompany detailed offer documents, providing key information in an easy-to-understand format.

Crude above $100 will push inflation beyond 6%, trigger rate hikes: HSBC

Crude above $100 will push inflation beyond 6%, trigger rate hikes: HSBC

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A foreign brokerage warns that sustained crude oil prices above USD 100 per barrel could push India's inflation above the RBI's tolerance level, potentially triggering interest rate hikes.

Saini Criticises AAP's Governance in Punjab, Highlights BJP's Development Agenda

Saini Criticises AAP's Governance in Punjab, Highlights BJP's Development Agenda

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini criticised the Aam Aadmi Party's governance in Punjab, citing issues such as drug addiction, crime, and financial instability. He promoted the BJP as an alternative, highlighting their development agenda and commitment to fulfilling promises.

Badshah's Wife Isha Rikhi Is Actually A...

Badshah's Wife Isha Rikhi Is Actually A...

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Ever since news of her tying the knot with rapper Badshah broke, the world has been wondering who is Isha Rikhi.

Arjun Rao, general partner at Speciale Invest: 'India Must Play to Its AI Strengths'

Arjun Rao, general partner at Speciale Invest: 'India Must Play to Its AI Strengths'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

'There are certain sovereign AI domains where we must build capabilities using our own data, our own language models, and make our own attempts at global models.'

Assam Rifles Enhances CISF Drone Awareness and Response Capabilities

Assam Rifles Enhances CISF Drone Awareness and Response Capabilities

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Assam Rifles conducted a drone awareness and training session for CISF personnel, focusing on drone identification, threat assessment, and response measures.

China, Russia veto Bahrain-backed UN resolution to reopen Hormuz

China, Russia veto Bahrain-backed UN resolution to reopen Hormuz

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Russia and China vetoed a Bahrain-backed UN resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz. A resolution that was already diluted to secure their abstentions.

Government Puts Airline Seat Rule on Hold After Industry Pushback

Government Puts Airline Seat Rule on Hold After Industry Pushback

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The government has suspended its directive requiring airlines to offer at least 60% of seats on flights without additional charges, following industry concerns about the impact on fares and pricing structures.

Only 17% Colleges Achieve Strong Placements

Only 17% Colleges Achieve Strong Placements

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Only about a quarter of institutions show any meaningful alignment between academic curricula and industry requirements.

'This Isn't Day One Of AI; It Is Hour One'

'This Isn't Day One Of AI; It Is Hour One'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

'When a technology is this fundamental, a country should have its own version of it, rather than relying on whether someone else chooses to build it for you.'

Dhurandhar And The Politics Of Storytelling

Dhurandhar And The Politics Of Storytelling

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The Dhurandhar movies will undoubtedly shape the minds of the audience much more than news reports, court investigations, books and documentaries. But it is worth remembering that Pakistan's irridentist claims against India's national security have succeeded due to strategic planning, diplomacy, and the unsung heroines and heroes across government agencies, not due to a single maverick leader, points out Shweta Desai.But it is worth to remember that Pakistan's irredentist claims against India's national security have succeeded due to strategic planning, diplomacy, and the unsung heroines and heroes across government agencies -- not a single maverick, points out Shweta Desai.

Apple Introduces MacBook Neo With 13-Inch Liquid Retina Screen

Apple Introduces MacBook Neo With 13-Inch Liquid Retina Screen

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The MacBook Neo starts at Rs 69,900 for the entry version with 8 GB integrated RAM and 256 GB capacity, while the 512 GB model costs Rs 79,900.

Look At What Alaya, Kalki, Siddhant Decided To Do

Look At What Alaya, Kalki, Siddhant Decided To Do

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Max turned up the fun and colour on the final day of the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI, with their collection, Unserious Everything.

Skoda to drive in more global models into India

Skoda to drive in more global models into India

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Czech carmaker Skoda plans to bring more of its global nameplates into the Indian market as it looks to cater to a diverse set of customers, according to a senior company executive. The company, which now sells products in India ranging from over Rs 7 lakh to upwards of Rs 40 lakh, however, has no immediate plans to introduce electric cars in the country.

Puducherry records highest-ever turnout in assembly polls

Puducherry records highest-ever turnout in assembly polls

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Puducherry witnessed a historic voter turnout of 89.87% in the recent Assembly elections, the highest since 1964. The election saw a contest between the NDA and Congress-led bloc, with other parties also vying for influence. Polling was largely peaceful, with a minor clash reported.

Amit Shah Promises to Drive Out Infiltrators from Bengal if BJP Forms Government

Amit Shah Promises to Drive Out Infiltrators from Bengal if BJP Forms Government

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has promised to expel infiltrators from West Bengal and secure the border if the BJP wins the upcoming assembly elections. He accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of neglecting North Bengal and favouring Muslims in budget allocations.

PSU stakes can go below 51% with a golden share' shield

PSU stakes can go below 51% with a golden share' shield

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance has asked the finance ministry to spell out a clear legal strategy, including options such as a "golden share" or indirect control structures, to maintain strategic oversight in public sector entities if state ownership falls below 51 per cent.

Yamaha Gears Up for India's E2W Race With 2 Models

Yamaha Gears Up for India's E2W Race With 2 Models

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Yamaha expects its first EVs to hit showrooms by the last quarter of FY26 (January - March), once network readiness is complete.

Maharashtra CM Stresses Tech Skills for Police in Digital Era

Maharashtra CM Stresses Tech Skills for Police in Digital Era

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the 69th All India Police Duty Meet (AIPDM) 2025-26, emphasising the need for police to stay ahead of criminals in the digital age and improve investigation skills.

How fish has become a political storm in Bengal elections

How fish has become a political storm in Bengal elections

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

In West Bengal's assembly elections, fish has become a potent symbol of Bengali identity, with the Trinamool Congress and BJP clashing over food habits and cultural representation.

Najafgarh Police Impound Vehicles in Tinted Window Crackdown

Najafgarh Police Impound Vehicles in Tinted Window Crackdown

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Delhi Police in Najafgarh prosecuted 154 vehicles and impounded four during a special drive against tinted windows, citing safety concerns and potential concealment of criminal activities.

FMCG firms weigh price hikes as input costs rise

FMCG firms weigh price hikes as input costs rise

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies are closely monitoring crude oil prices and considering low single-digit price increases, while consumer durables firms have already begun passing on significant price hikes to consumers due to rising input costs exacerbated by the West Asia conflict.

How AI Helped Uncover Details in Godman's Case

How AI Helped Uncover Details in Godman's Case

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Activist Anjali Damania used AI to analyse call data records of a self-styled godman, claiming potential links to political figures and unusual financial activity.

Audi to rework India strategy as EU FTA may slash import duty on luxury cars to 10%

Audi to rework India strategy as EU FTA may slash import duty on luxury cars to 10%

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

German carmaker Audi plans to reassess and adjust its product launch strategy in India once the specific details of import duty reductions under the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA) become clear, according to Balbir Singh Dhillon, the brand's director in India.

Can Tesla Y LR Model Cope With Indian Roads?

Can Tesla Y LR Model Cope With Indian Roads?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Amidst growing competition and global softening of EV demand, its India entry was due for a long time and that finally happened sometime back although yet again the approach was different.