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ED Cracks Down on Real Estate Firm Earth Infrastructures Ltd. for Homebuyer Fraud

ED Cracks Down on Real Estate Firm Earth Infrastructures Ltd. for Homebuyer Fraud

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized significant assets from Earth Infrastructures Ltd., a Delhi-based real estate company, following accusations of defrauding homebuyers. The company is currently undergoing insolvency proceedings.

Anil Nutrients Ltd and Director Face Money Laundering Charges in Bank Fraud Case

Anil Nutrients Ltd and Director Face Money Laundering Charges in Bank Fraud Case

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a prosecution complaint against Anil Nutrients Ltd, its director, and six others in connection with a money laundering case involving an alleged fraud of Rs 47.88 crore with Bank of India.

Blackstone's Neysa Networks Stake Acquisition Gets CCI Nod

Blackstone's Neysa Networks Stake Acquisition Gets CCI Nod

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of a stake in AI acceleration cloud provider Neysa Networks by Blackstone-backed private equity funds and other investors, following Neysa's announcement of a USD 1.2 billion capital raise.

Investors Mistake Parle Industries for Melody Toffee Maker, Stock Surges

Investors Mistake Parle Industries for Melody Toffee Maker, Stock Surges

Rediff.com2 days ago

Shares of Parle Industries Ltd surged by 5% after Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Melody toffees to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

Kalyani Group Breaks Ground On Defence Manufacturing Facility

Kalyani Group Breaks Ground On Defence Manufacturing Facility

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kalyani Strategic Systems' subsidiary, Agneyastra Energetics Ltd, has commenced construction of a Rs 1,500-crore defence manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh, aiming to enhance India's indigenous defence capabilities and generate employment.

CBI Files Chargesheet Against Sequel Buildcon In Homebuyer Fraud Case

CBI Files Chargesheet Against Sequel Buildcon In Homebuyer Fraud Case

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against Sequel Buildcon Private Limited for allegedly cheating homebuyers and siphoning off funds issued by PNB Housing Finance for a Noida-based project.

CNG prices hiked by Re 1 per kg, second time in a week

CNG prices hiked by Re 1 per kg, second time in a week

Rediff.com6 days ago

CNG prices in Delhi have been increased by Re 1 per kg, marking the second increase in less than a week, according to Indraprastha Gas Ltd.

SKASports To Develop Regional Sports Ecosystem With Singapore Club

SKASports To Develop Regional Sports Ecosystem With Singapore Club

Rediff.com6 days ago

Chennai-based SKASports Investments Private Ltd has signed an agreement with a Singapore club to develop a regional sports ecosystem that would tap the large pool of footballers and coaches from India.

Big verdict: No RTI for BCCI, rules CIC

Big verdict: No RTI for BCCI, rules CIC

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Central Information Commission has ruled that the Board of Control for Cricket in India does not qualify as a 'public authority' under the Right to Information Act, effectively placing it outside the scope of RTI disclosures.

Why Credit Card Usage Is Booming In India

Why Credit Card Usage Is Booming In India

Rediff.com4 days ago

Credit card transactions in India have surged over 2.6 times between 2021 and 2025, driven by private sector banks, while debit card usage declines due to growing adoption of UPI and digital wallets, according to an RBI report.

Paramotor Digital Tech Files For IPO Under Sebi's Pre-Filing Route

Paramotor Digital Tech Files For IPO Under Sebi's Pre-Filing Route

Rediff.com6 days ago

Fintech and enterprise technology firm Paramotor Digital Technology Ltd has confidentially filed draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO). The company submitted its draft papers under Sebi's pre-filing route, which allows issuers to keep details related to the issue size and other key information confidential until a later stage.

Manpower Firm Executives Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Scam

Manpower Firm Executives Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Scam

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Seven individuals, including senior executives from manpower firms, have been arrested in connection with alleged irregularities in overtime payments within the Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corp Ltd (CSMCL) during the previous Congress administration. The arrests follow an investigation into fraudulent billing practices and misappropriation of funds.

Seven Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Payment Scam

Seven Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Payment Scam

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offences Wing arrested seven individuals, including executives from manpower firms, in connection with alleged irregularities in overtime payments within Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corp Ltd during the previous Congress administration.

Hindustan Zinc To Generate 2,000 Crore Through AI Solutions

Hindustan Zinc To Generate 2,000 Crore Through AI Solutions

Rediff.com7 days ago

Hindustan Zinc Ltd (HZL) plans to generate 2,000 crore in value by implementing artificial intelligence-driven solutions across its mining and manufacturing operations. This initiative is part of a broader industry trend to adopt digital technologies for cost reduction, margin improvement, and enhanced environmental and social governance.

US-Iran Conflict, Crude Oil Price to Dictate Dalal Street Trends

US-Iran Conflict, Crude Oil Price to Dictate Dalal Street Trends

Rediff.com6 days ago

Analysts predict that the ongoing US-Iran conflict, fluctuations in crude oil prices, and foreign institutional investor (FII) flows will be the primary factors influencing Dalal Street this week, with inflation concerns adding to investor anxiety.

Core Infrastructure Sector Output Rises 1.7% in April, Driven by Steel, Cement, Electricity

Core Infrastructure Sector Output Rises 1.7% in April, Driven by Steel, Cement, Electricity

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's eight core infrastructure sectors recorded a two-month high growth of 1.7 per cent in April, primarily boosted by strong performances in steel, cement, and electricity production, according to government data.

CBI Nabs Absconding Accused In Tripura Chit Fund Scam

CBI Nabs Absconding Accused In Tripura Chit Fund Scam

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Sanjit Chakraborty, a proclaimed offender allegedly involved in two chit fund scam cases in Tripura involving over Rs 7.75 crore. Chakraborty was arrested in Kolkata after being absconding since 2013.

Credit Card Transactions Soar 2.6x, Private Banks Dominate

Credit Card Transactions Soar 2.6x, Private Banks Dominate

Rediff.com4 days ago

Credit card transactions in India have surged over 2.6 times between 2021 and 2025, reaching 570 crore volumes and Rs 23.2 lakh crore in value, with private sector banks significantly increasing their market share, according to a recent RBI report.

Sensex Rises Over 400 Points, Nifty Crosses 23,800 Amid Positive Market Sentiment

Sensex Rises Over 400 Points, Nifty Crosses 23,800 Amid Positive Market Sentiment

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Sensex gains over 400 points while Nifty trades above 23,800 amid strong IT sector buying.

SC refuses to interfere in NCLAT order restoring Byju's committee of creditors

SC refuses to interfere in NCLAT order restoring Byju's committee of creditors

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by Byju Raveendran, upholding the NCLAT's decision to reinstate the original Committee of Creditors (CoC) in Think & Learn Private Ltd's insolvency proceedings, which includes Glass Trust Company LLC as a major lender.

Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora arrested by ED in PMLA case

Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora arrested by ED in PMLA case

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Punjab industries minister Sanjeev Arora in a new money laundering case following raids at his residence and other locations.

SC urges Kapur family to settle RK Family Trust dispute through mediation

SC urges Kapur family to settle RK Family Trust dispute through mediation

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Supreme Court has urged the Kapur family, including Rani Kapur and Priya Kapur, to resolve their dispute over the family trust through mediation, appointing a former Chief Justice to oversee the process.

Bengaluru Firm Duped Of Rs 3 Crore In Gold Jewellery Scam

Bengaluru Firm Duped Of Rs 3 Crore In Gold Jewellery Scam

Rediff.com2 days ago

A gold jewellery firm in Bengaluru was allegedly cheated of Rs 3 crore by three men posing as wholesale buyers who decamped with ornaments.

Robert Vadra Withdraws Plea In Money Laundering Case

Robert Vadra Withdraws Plea In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Businessman Robert Vadra unconditionally withdrew his petition in the Delhi High Court challenging a trial court order that summoned him in a money laundering case linked to a land deal in Haryana's Shikohpur.

NPCI Bhim Aims To Double Market Share

NPCI Bhim Aims To Double Market Share

Rediff.com3 days ago

NPCI BHIM Services Ltd is expanding the BHIM app to feature phones to increase financial inclusion and diversify revenue through financial product distribution. The app aims to double its market share and is focusing on partnerships with banks and new features like UPI Circle.

Markets to Track West Asia Situation, Crude Oil Prices This Week

Markets to Track West Asia Situation, Crude Oil Prices This Week

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Indian stock markets are expected to remain highly sensitive to geopolitical developments, particularly the US-Iran situation, and crude oil prices this week, with analysts also highlighting the influence of the rupee-dollar trend, foreign investor activity, and upcoming inflation data.

Robert Vadra Appeals Summons In Money Laundering Case

Robert Vadra Appeals Summons In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Businessman Robert Vadra has approached the Delhi High Court to challenge a trial court's decision to summon him in connection with a money laundering case related to a land deal in Shikohpur, Haryana.

CBI Files Chargesheet Against CHD Developers For Fraud

CBI Files Chargesheet Against CHD Developers For Fraud

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against CHD Developers Ltd and its directors for alleged fraudulent activities in a Gurugram-based project, officials said.

Inflation, weak rupee drag Indian markets lower; fuel price hike adds to concerns

Inflation, weak rupee drag Indian markets lower; fuel price hike adds to concerns

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower due to investor caution over rising bond yields, a weaker rupee, and fresh fuel price hikes, which have revived inflation concerns.

Honda Cars India to introduce over 10 new models, including EVs and compact SUVs, by 2030

Honda Cars India to introduce over 10 new models, including EVs and compact SUVs, by 2030

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Japanese automaker Honda plans to introduce over 10 new models, including electric vehicles and compact SUVs, in India by 2030, identifying India as one of its three key markets for future growth.

Hyundai Motor India's Q4 Profit Declines 22.2% to Rs 1,255.63 Crore

Hyundai Motor India's Q4 Profit Declines 22.2% to Rs 1,255.63 Crore

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Hyundai Motor India Ltd reported a 22.22 per cent decline in consolidated profit after tax to Rs 1,255.63 crore in the March quarter, primarily due to higher expenses, despite an increase in total revenue from operations.

SEBI Court Convicts Harshad Mehta-Linked Firms For Non-Compliance

SEBI Court Convicts Harshad Mehta-Linked Firms For Non-Compliance

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A special SEBI court convicted two directors and their five firms, linked to late stockbroker Harshad Mehta, for failing to provide information during a 1998 investigation into the manipulation of shares belonging to BPL and Videocon.

Sri Lanka airport lease near China-controlled Hambantota port opens door for India

Sri Lanka airport lease near China-controlled Hambantota port opens door for India

Rediff.com5 days ago

India is closely monitoring Sri Lanka's decision to offer foreign investors control of an airport near the China-controlled Hambantota port, as it could present a rare opening for Indian firms seeking strategic footholds in the Indian Ocean.

Why ED Is Raiding Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora Again

Why ED Is Raiding Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora Again

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate conducted fresh searches against Punjab industries minister Sanjeev Arora and others allegedly linked to him as part of a money laundering investigation. Raids were carried out at multiple locations, including Arora's residence and business premises, following a new case registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

IIT-Dharwad And Aequs Group Launch Joint R&D Facility

IIT-Dharwad And Aequs Group Launch Joint R&D Facility

Rediff.com7 days ago

Aequs Group, in collaboration with IIT-Dharwad, has established an advanced research and development facility for materials science and manufacturing innovation at the IIT-Dharwad campus.

Enforcement Directorate Seeks Protection For Threatened Homebuyers

Enforcement Directorate Seeks Protection For Threatened Homebuyers

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has requested police protection for homebuyers and witnesses in a money laundering case involving Ocean Seven Buildtech Pvt Ltd, following reports of threats and intimidation.

ED Opposes Robert Vadra's Plea In Money Laundering Case

ED Opposes Robert Vadra's Plea In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has opposed Robert Vadra's petition in the Delhi High Court, challenging a trial court order that summoned him in a money laundering case linked to a land deal in Haryana's Shikohpur.

BPCL earmarks Rs 25,000 crore capex for FY27, finds 'respite' in fuel price hike

BPCL earmarks Rs 25,000 crore capex for FY27, finds 'respite' in fuel price hike

Rediff.com3 days ago

State-run Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) plans a significant capital expenditure of 25,000 crore for the financial year 2026-27, primarily for ongoing expansion projects. The company also stated that the recent 4-per-litre price hike in petrol and diesel has provided some financial relief amidst volatile crude oil prices and mounting losses.

CBI Searches Reliance Communications Premises Over Fraud Allegations

CBI Searches Reliance Communications Premises Over Fraud Allegations

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted searches at seven premises linked to Reliance Communications Ltd, an Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group company, in connection with a fraud case involving thousands of crores of rupees.

Enforcement Directorate Freezes Gameskraft Assets In Money Laundering Probe

Enforcement Directorate Freezes Gameskraft Assets In Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has frozen Rs 526 crore in bank deposits and seized gold jewellery worth Rs 3.5 crore along with Rs 11 lakh in cash after concluding searches in a money laundering case against online gaming platform Gameskraft.