News for 'New Year'

AIIMS Delhi Achieves Rare Pancreas-Kidney Transplant After 18 Years

AIIMS Delhi Achieves Rare Pancreas-Kidney Transplant After 18 Years

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Doctors at AIIMS, Delhi, have successfully performed a simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplant after 18 years, marking a significant advancement in organ transplantation in India. The surgery was performed on a 30-year-old patient with end-stage renal disease caused by Type 1 diabetes.

Sridhar Vembu On Why Zoho Won't Chase AI Investment Bubble

Sridhar Vembu On Why Zoho Won't Chase AI Investment Bubble

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Zoho Corporation Founder Sridhar Vembu has echoed IBM CEO Arvind Krishna's concerns about a potential "bubble" in the multi-trillion dollar AI data centre build-out. Vembu stated that Zoho will adopt a measured approach, investing in AI capabilities like data curation and compiler infrastructure, but will not chase the current investment spree, contrasting with other global tech giants' massive spending.

India's Biggest Petrol Price Hikes Over The Last 20 Years

India's Biggest Petrol Price Hikes Over The Last 20 Years

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Over the past two decades, India has witnessed several major petrol price hikes, driven by global crude oil fluctuations, economic crises, currency depreciation and geopolitical conflicts. How did we get from Rs 34 to over Rs 100 today

'An Indian and a Pakistani': Who are the two key people in JD Vance's life?

'An Indian and a Pakistani': Who are the two key people in JD Vance's life?

Rediff.com1 days ago

US Vice President JD Vance on Sunday generated significant online traction after making a light-hearted reference to two "very, very important" Indian and Pakistani people in his life - his wife Usha Vance and Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir, on the sidelines of the US-Iran diplomatic deliberations in Switzerland.

Public Sector Banks clock fourth straight year of profit, hit record Rs 1.98 trillion

Public Sector Banks clock fourth straight year of profit, hit record Rs 1.98 trillion

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Public-sector banks (PSBs) in India have reported an 11.2 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit, reaching a record 1.98 trillion in FY26, marking their fourth consecutive year of profitability, driven by sustained business growth, improved asset quality, and strong capital positions.

Sasikiran Advises Gukesh On World Championship Preparation

Sasikiran Advises Gukesh On World Championship Preparation

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Grandmaster Krishnan Sasikiran has offered advice to World Champion D Gukesh ahead of his title defence against Javokhir Sindarov. Sasikiran highlights Gukesh's tendency for time trouble due to complex play and suggests improving technique, speed, and defensive accuracy. He also advises Gukesh to identify and exploit opponent weaknesses, while acknowledging Sindarov's strong preparation and reliance on memory and speed.

Germany star ruled out of FIFA World Cup after injury blow

Germany star ruled out of FIFA World Cup after injury blow

Rediff.com10 hours ago

German central defender Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup and will be sidelined for several months due to an ankle ligament injury sustained during their Group E victory over Ivory Coast. Despite the setback, coach Julian Nagelsmann remains confident in the team's central defence options.

Why Make Yoga Day A Ritual

Why Make Yoga Day A Ritual

Rediff.com18 hours ago

We have Yoga Day. We have Hindi Day. We have, I am fairly certain, so many days, though I have never met anyone enjoying these days, notes Binu Alex.

Reliance succession 'almost complete' as children take charge: Mukesh Ambani

Reliance succession 'almost complete' as children take charge: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com3 days ago

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani announced that the transfer of day-to-day management responsibilities at Reliance Industries to his children, Akash, Isha, and Anant, is "almost complete," marking the final stages of a significant succession process for India's most valuable company.

Jio Platforms set for mega IPO of 27 crore equity shares; eyes 5G, AI expansion

Jio Platforms set for mega IPO of 27 crore equity shares; eyes 5G, AI expansion

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jio Platforms Ltd, the digital and telecommunications arm of Reliance Industries, has approved filing draft papers for an initial public offering (IPO) involving a fresh issue of up to 27 crore equity shares, aiming to unlock value for shareholders and fuel its ambitious expansion into 5G, AI, and global markets.

Taxi Driver Gets Two Years For Outraging Woman's Modesty

Taxi Driver Gets Two Years For Outraging Woman's Modesty

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A Mumbai court sentenced a taxi driver to two years in jail for outraging the modesty of a hotel professional by forcibly kissing her hand. The court rejected the defence's argument that it was a routine greeting, stating it occurred outside her official duties.

NSE IPO Set To Mint Fortunes

NSE IPO Set To Mint Fortunes

Rediff.com3 days ago

With momentum building around the IPO, the NSE saw a surge in retail investors in the last two years, making it one of the widely traded stocks in the unlisted market.

Exports to Asia, Africa bolster India's trade balance

Exports to Asia, Africa bolster India's trade balance

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's latest trade data reveals a significant geographical realignment, with trade surpluses growing decisively with Asian and African nations, even as surpluses with traditional partners like the US and Netherlands narrow.

Gujarat Confident Of Hosting World Athletics Championship

Gujarat Confident Of Hosting World Athletics Championship

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel expressed optimism about the state securing hosting rights for the World Athletics Championship 2031 after meeting a delegation from the international governing body. The delegation is assessing Gujarat's sports infrastructure and readiness for both the 2028 U20 Championships and the 2031 senior championships, highlighting the state's growing ambition to host major global sporting events.

Ashmita Chaliha Continues Strong Comeback At Macau Open

Ashmita Chaliha Continues Strong Comeback At Macau Open

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian shuttler Ashmita Chaliha has advanced to the women's singles semifinals of the Macau Open Super 300 tournament, defeating Kim Min Sun. This marks her first BWF tour event semifinal this year, following a successful return from injury. However, compatriot Anmol Kharb was eliminated in the quarterfinals.

England pick uncapped James Coles for India T20I series

England pick uncapped James Coles for India T20I series

Rediff.com5 hours ago

England has announced a 17-member T20I squad, including uncapped all-rounder James Coles, to face India in a five-match series starting next month.

Drone-dropped arms, intelligence gaps aided Pahalgam attack: NIA probe

Drone-dropped arms, intelligence gaps aided Pahalgam attack: NIA probe

Rediff.com1 days ago

Cross-border drones successfully dropped arms and ammunition as deep into Kashmir as the Baramulla district without detection, according to a National Investigation Agency (NIA) chargesheet filed in the last year's audacious Pahalgam terror attack case.

No pressure, learnt a lot in this series: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

No pressure, learnt a lot in this series: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com1 days ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returned to his natural game to produce a match-winning performance against Sri Lanka A in Dambulla on Sunday.

Nushrratt, Bhumi, Kajol Step Out To WIN!

Nushrratt, Bhumi, Kajol Step Out To WIN!

Rediff.com5 days ago

Film folk stepped out for yet another midweek awards show in Mumbai. The eighth edition of the IWMBuzz Digital Awards was held at the JW Marriott hotel, and the red carpet fashion was very glamorous.

ETPL: Glasgow Cosmic appoint Varun Aaron as bowling coach

ETPL: Glasgow Cosmic appoint Varun Aaron as bowling coach

Rediff.com1 days ago

Glasgow Cosmic have appointed former India fast bowler Varun Aaron as the team's bowling coach ahead of the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League.

Iran thank Los Angeles with locker room note

Iran thank Los Angeles with locker room note

Rediff.com18 hours ago

'Thank you Los Angeles for your hospitality'

Missing Agniveer found hanging in empty barrack in UP

Missing Agniveer found hanging in empty barrack in UP

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 22-year-old Agniveer, Jasanpreet Singh, who had been missing for three days, was discovered dead by hanging in a vacant barrack at the Sikh Light Infantry Regimental Centre in Fatehgarh. Preliminary investigations suggest suicide, with the barrack found bolted from the inside. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

How a Satirical Song Became Bosnia's Unofficial World Cup Anthem

How a Satirical Song Became Bosnia's Unofficial World Cup Anthem

Rediff.com3 days ago

A satirical song about leaving Bosnia for America has become the country's unofficial World Cup anthem after Dubioza Kolektiv rewrote the hit to celebrate Bosnia's remarkable journey to the global football stage.

India's Grand Plan To Bring Formula One Back

India's Grand Plan To Bring Formula One Back

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian Sports Ministry, led by Minister Manuskh Mandaviya, is establishing a dedicated Task Force to explore the revival of Formula One racing in India. This initiative follows a meeting with key stakeholders, aiming to assess the challenges and benefits of hosting major motorsport events, with a target of bringing F1 back by 2028. The Task Force will recommend a comprehensive policy framework to support motorsports growth, leveraging India's significant F1 fanbase.

Premier League 2026-27: Arsenal open title defence against returning Coventry

Premier League 2026-27: Arsenal open title defence against returning Coventry

Rediff.com3 days ago

Premier League champions Arsenal will begin their title defence at home to newly promoted Coventry City when the 2026-27 season kicks off on August 21.

Centre extends CBI chief's tenure by a year amid Rahul Gandhi's dissent

Centre extends CBI chief's tenure by a year amid Rahul Gandhi's dissent

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Centre has extended the tenure of CBI chief Praveen Sood by one year, marking his second extension in office. The decision follows a meeting of the selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Pressure mounts on UK PM Starmer as Burnham emerges as challenger

Pressure mounts on UK PM Starmer as Burnham emerges as challenger

Rediff.com1 days ago

Keir Starmer has come under mounting pressure to resign as the leader of the Labour Party to pave the way for Andy Burnham to take over as the new British Prime Minister.

India's Junior Shooters Face Setback At World Championship

India's Junior Shooters Face Setback At World Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

Teenage shooter Anvii Rathord won a bronze medal in the women's 10m air rifle at the ISSF Junior World Championship in Suhl, Germany. However, India's campaign was marred by a team disqualification due to a breach of equipment stiffness standards by Shambhavi Shravan Kshirsagar. Despite this setback, India continues to lead the medal tally. The championship also saw another Indian shooter, Vanshika Chaudhary, miss a potential gold due to a costly error.

Tender Scam Blows Lid Off Bihar Corruption

Tender Scam Blows Lid Off Bihar Corruption

Rediff.com3 days ago

'As the Bihar government's focus is on development and infrastructure projects worth thousands of crores, Rishu Sinha created a network to pay a decent commission to government officials for securing tenders.'

'Yoga for peace, warships for security': Modi commissions 3 naval vessels

'Yoga for peace, warships for security': Modi commissions 3 naval vessels

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday used two major public engagements in Kolkata to outline a broader vision for India's future -- one rooted in inner balance and collective well-being through yoga, and the other in national self-reliance and maritime strength.

IPL champions RCB in no rush to join overseas leagues: co-owner Satyan Gajwani

IPL champions RCB in no rush to join overseas leagues: co-owner Satyan Gajwani

Rediff.com4 days ago

IPL 2026 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have no immediate plans to follow rivals and buy franchises in overseas leagues, co-owner Satyan Gajwani said.

Can Senegal Stop Haaland? Thiaw Faces Major Selection Dilemma

Can Senegal Stop Haaland? Thiaw Faces Major Selection Dilemma

Rediff.com2 days ago

Senegal face a major defensive selection dilemma ahead of their World Cup clash with Norway as coach Pape Bouna Thiaw weighs whether to drop Kalidou Koulibaly in a bid to stop Erling Haaland and keep knockout hopes alive.

T20 World Cup: New India era? Women's team looks unstoppable

T20 World Cup: New India era? Women's team looks unstoppable

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's bowling coach hails team's "hungry mindset" after strong T20 World Cup start

Real Madrid strengthen midfield with free agent Bernardo Silva arrival

Real Madrid strengthen midfield with free agent Bernardo Silva arrival

Rediff.com5 days ago

Real Madrid have signed midfielder Bernardo Silva, the LaLiga club said on Wednesday, after the Portuguese international left Manchester City at the end of his contract.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil's Neymar to miss second group game amid injury recovery

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil's Neymar to miss second group game amid injury recovery

Rediff.com4 days ago

Brazil forward Neymar will not travel with the squad for their second World Cup group game against Haiti in Philadelphia on Friday as he continues to recover from a calf injury, the Brazilian football association said.

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 15% to Rs 5.21 Trillion in First 2.5 Months of FY27

Direct Tax Collection Jumps 15% to Rs 5.21 Trillion in First 2.5 Months of FY27

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's net direct tax collection has seen a robust 15 per cent increase, reaching approximately 5.21 trillion in the first two and a half months of FY27, as on June 17, driven by strong growth in both corporate and non-corporate tax segments.

Sena-UBT hopeful of Nimbalkar's stay as he is set to take a call today

Sena-UBT hopeful of Nimbalkar's stay as he is set to take a call today

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Shiv Sena (UBT) remains optimistic that Osmanabad (Dharashiv) MP Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar, one of six dissident parliamentarians, will not abandon the Uddhav Thackeray-led party, despite his recent statement about deciding his political future after consulting his constituents.

Cocktail 2 Eyes Rs 100 Crore Club; Main Vaapas Aaunga Surprises

Cocktail 2 Eyes Rs 100 Crore Club; Main Vaapas Aaunga Surprises

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Cocktail 2 has made a significant impact at the box office with a strong opening weekend, while Main Vaapas Aaunga has surprised many with its remarkable post-release resurgence.

India's Remittances Stay Strong Amidst West Asia Conflict

India's Remittances Stay Strong Amidst West Asia Conflict

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's remittance inflows have remained robust despite the West Asia conflict, driven by precautionary transfers and diversification of remittance sources, with bankers expecting continued stability for the year.

India's defence output hits record 1.78 lakh crore in 2025-26

India's defence output hits record 1.78 lakh crore in 2025-26

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's annual defence production has reached an all-time high of Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY 2025-26, marking a significant 15.6 per cent growth over the previous fiscal year. This achievement reflects a 110 per cent increase since 2020-21 and highlights the country's expanding defence industrial base, driven by policy support and increased private sector participation.