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Indian IT firms see uptick in outcome-based deals driven by AI

Indian IT firms see uptick in outcome-based deals driven by AI

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian IT companies are experiencing a growing trend towards outcome-based pricing models, moving away from traditional time and material or fixed-price contracts, as artificial intelligence reshapes client engagement and deal structures.

Joe Root Creates History with Record 219th Catch in Test Cricket

Joe Root Creates History with Record 219th Catch in Test Cricket

Rediff.com6 days ago

England Test captain Joe Root has surpassed Steve Smith to become the leading fielder in Test cricket with 219 catches, and also equalled Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most fifties in the longest format with his 68th half-century.

Delhi techie beaten to death by in-laws after dispute with wife

Delhi techie beaten to death by in-laws after dispute with wife

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 31-year-old software engineer, Vinay Gupta, was allegedly beaten to death by his in-laws in outer Delhi following a matrimonial dispute. His wife had called her family after an argument, leading to the fatal assault. Police have detained four individuals and registered a murder case.

Angry teen jumps off cliff, father falls saving him; mother follows in death

Angry teen jumps off cliff, father falls saving him; mother follows in death

Rediff.com6 days ago

A domestic dispute over a mobile phone tragically led to the deaths of three family members in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. A 19-year-old son, upset after an argument, climbed a hill. His parents followed to persuade him to return, but a desperate attempt to save the son from falling resulted in the father and son plunging to their deaths. The mother, witnessing this, then jumped herself.

Foreign Firms' Investment Intensity in India Falls Since FY20: EAC-PM

Foreign Firms' Investment Intensity in India Falls Since FY20: EAC-PM

Rediff.com6 days ago

A working paper by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) reveals a continuous decline in the rate at which foreign-owned firms invest in fixed assets in India since the FY20 peak, contrasting with a steady increase from Indian business groups.

'We are on your side': Polish envoy backs right to pursue terrorists

'We are on your side': Polish envoy backs right to pursue terrorists

Rediff.com6 days ago

Polish envoy Piotr Antoni Switalski stated that Poland stands with India in the fight against terrorism, asserting his country's support for India's right to pursue terrorists globally, while also highlighting strong cultural and defence ties between the two nations.

Man involved in Gujarat hooch tragedy dies consuming same alcohol

Man involved in Gujarat hooch tragedy dies consuming same alcohol

Rediff.com6 days ago

A spurious liquor tragedy in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district has resulted in eight deaths and left 61 persons affected, with 25 still undergoing treatment. Police have arrested 13 individuals in connection with the incident, which involved methanol-laced alcohol sold under a popular brand name. The State Monitoring Cell is investigating the source and distribution network of the illicit brew.

Rayhan Thomas, Mahanth Chirravuri Make Strong Start At Korn Ferry Event

Rayhan Thomas, Mahanth Chirravuri Make Strong Start At Korn Ferry Event

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's Rayhan Thomas and Indian-origin Mahanth Chirravuri delivered impressive opening rounds at the AdventHealth Championship, a key Korn Ferry Tour event. Thomas shot an 8-under 64, placing him fifth, while Chirravuri's 9-under 63 put him in fourth, both in strong contention.

From Pole Vault To Music: Mondo Duplantis Drops 'Gold'

From Pole Vault To Music: Mondo Duplantis Drops 'Gold'

Rediff.com6 days ago

Double Olympic pole vault champion Mondo Duplantis has released "Gold," the official anthem for World Athletics' inaugural Ultimate Championship. The track, written and performed by Duplantis, is now available on major streaming platforms and will be the signature soundtrack for the event in Budapest, featuring top athletes competing for a $10 million prize fund.

Alzheimer's Can't Be Cured, But Delayed

Alzheimer's Can't Be Cured, But Delayed

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Think of the brain like a machine, and Alzheimer's is like rust.'
'Like a rusty machine breaks down, a rusty brain also breaks down. And when it breaks down, you have memory loss, cognitive issues and so on.'

IT dept seizes car with Rs 9 cr in Benglauru, find Rs 1.3 crore in TN

IT dept seizes car with Rs 9 cr in Benglauru, find Rs 1.3 crore in TN

Rediff.com6 days ago

Income Tax officials seized Rs 9 crore in cash from a car near Bengaluru's Electronic City, leading to further recovery of Rs 1.3 crore in Tamil Nadu, bringing the total to Rs 10.3 crore. The interception followed police information about illegal cash transportation, and an investigation is underway to determine the source and purpose of the funds.

CJP team attacked in Rajasthan during 'School Thik Karo' campaign

CJP team attacked in Rajasthan during 'School Thik Karo' campaign

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) team, inspecting a government school in Rampura Kanwarpura village, Rajasthan, as part of its 'School Thik Karo' campaign, was allegedly attacked by villagers and BJP workers. CJP co-convener Ashutosh Ranka claimed their workers were assaulted, vehicles damaged, and women supporters roughed up, accusing the state police of inaction.

What Kind Of Friend Are You Based On Your Style?

What Kind Of Friend Are You Based On Your Style?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Friendship Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate the people who make life a little more fun and your wardrobe might just reveal which one you are.

2026 Winners: 5 Airports That Make Flying A Pleasure

2026 Winners: 5 Airports That Make Flying A Pleasure

Rediff.com6 days ago

World's Top 5 Airports of 2026 based on votes from passengers across the globe in the 2025-2026 World Airport Survey by SKYTRAX.

Mamitha Baiju Is Simply Magical!

Mamitha Baiju Is Simply Magical!

Rediff.com6 days ago

There's something wonderfully fresh about the way the Bethlehem Kudumba Unit actress dresses, whether she's in floaty florals, pretty pastels or a traditional sari.

Bank of Baroda Hit by Cyberattack

Bank of Baroda Hit by Cyberattack

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

The incident involved compromise of an employee's email account, resulting in unauthorised access to certain data.

Mourinho issues blunt warning to Mbappe, Vini, Bellingham

Mourinho issues blunt warning to Mbappe, Vini, Bellingham

Rediff.com6 days ago

Jose Mourinho, in his first Real Madrid press conference, emphasised non-negotiable commitment, unavoidable competition, and zero tolerance for selection frustrations, setting a clear tone for the upcoming LaLiga season.

FPIs flock to financials, extend buying spree in IT sector in early August

FPIs flock to financials, extend buying spree in IT sector in early August

Rediff.com6 days ago

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) significantly increased their buying in Indian equities during the first half of August, with financial services attracting the largest inflows, reversing previous outflows. The IT sector also continued to see strong interest from overseas investors, driven by a reassessment of valuations and the role of Indian IT firms in AI deployment.

Satwik-Chirag Out, Treesa-Gayatri Assure Medal At BWF World Championships

Satwik-Chirag Out, Treesa-Gayatri Assure Medal At BWF World Championships

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's top men's doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, were eliminated from the BWF World Championships after a quarterfinal loss. However, the women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured at least a bronze medal by advancing to the semi-finals.

Vivaan Dave, Divyanshi Bhowmick Clinch U-17 National Table Tennis Titles

Vivaan Dave, Divyanshi Bhowmick Clinch U-17 National Table Tennis Titles

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gujarat's Vivaan Dave and Maharashtra's Divyanshi Bhowmick have secured the Youth Boys' and Youth Girls' U-17 titles, respectively, at the UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships. Dave won a five-game thriller against Atharva Nawarange, while Bhowmick defeated Ananya Muralidharan 3-1.

Did Vijay Varma's Daring Fashion Choice Pay Off?

Did Vijay Varma's Daring Fashion Choice Pay Off?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Dressed in an olive green ensemble, Vijay Varma gave Rohit and Rahul Gandhi's showcase its biggest surprise.

Does Shubman Gill Have Weakness Against Left Arm Spin?

Does Shubman Gill Have Weakness Against Left Arm Spin?

Rediff.com6 days ago

India captain Shubman Gill on Friday spent considerable time fine-tuning his game against that variation at the team's training session ahead of the upcoming second Test against Sri Lanka, in Colombo.

FIA Praises Indian Prodigy Atiqa Mir's Motorsport Talent

FIA Praises Indian Prodigy Atiqa Mir's Motorsport Talent

Rediff.com6 days ago

The world motorsport body FIA has strongly endorsed 11-year-old Indian racer Atiqa Mir, highlighting her as a rising star redefining the future of the sport. Atiqa, the first Indian backed by the F1 Academy, has achieved significant success in European karting series, including a pole position and top-10 finishes in FIA European Championship rounds.

Indian Equities End Flat as High Crude Prices, US Yields Cap Gains

Indian Equities End Flat as High Crude Prices, US Yields Cap Gains

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed flat on Friday, with elevated crude oil prices due to geopolitical uncertainties and a rebound in US Treasury yields making investors cautious and preventing a decisive market rally.

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Review: Delightful Romcom

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Review: Delightful Romcom

Rediff.com6 days ago

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit offers a delightful and charming cinematic experience, blending trademark humour with a sweet, unconventional love story, gushes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

'Won't budge until...': Rahul on dharna with pellet victim

'Won't budge until...': Rahul on dharna with pellet victim

Rediff.com6 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi staged a dharna at a Delhi police station, demanding an FIR for 19-year-old Sahil Lochab, who suffered pellet injuries during a protest against the NEET paper leak. Gandhi claimed police cited 'orders from the top' for not registering the complaint and accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of being 'afraid of justice'.

'We Weren't Able to Convert': Satwik-Chirag Rue World Championships Loss

'We Weren't Able to Convert': Satwik-Chirag Rue World Championships Loss

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's top men's doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, expressed disappointment over their inability to convert attacking opportunities and losing the crucial battle over the first four shots and service, leading to their quarterfinal exit at the World Championships.

Jharkhand exam protests mount as CID probe intensifies

Jharkhand exam protests mount as CID probe intensifies

Rediff.com6 days ago

Successful candidates of recruitment examinations cancelled by the Jharkhand government staged a demonstration outside the state secretariat, demanding justice and the withdrawal of the cancellation decision, while the high court has stayed some of the government's notifications.

India removes hurdle for rupee export payments, eyes wider international use

India removes hurdle for rupee export payments, eyes wider international use

Rediff.com6 days ago

India has removed a key regulatory hurdle, allowing exporters to receive payments in Indian currency while retaining incentives under the country's foreign trade policy, a move aimed at promoting wider use of the rupee in international trade.

BWF Worlds: Satwik-Chirag suffer shock exit, miss out on medal

BWF Worlds: Satwik-Chirag suffer shock exit, miss out on medal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Satwik-Chirag's BWF World Championships campaign ended in a disappointing quarter-final defeat.

Where's Shreyas Iyer Holidaying?

Where's Shreyas Iyer Holidaying?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shreyas Iyer is unwinding in Bali with close friend Aman Khan, sharing glimpses of their relaxing holiday away from the demands of the sport.

Tata Motors to hike passenger vehicle prices by up to Rs 25,000 from September 1

Tata Motors to hike passenger vehicle prices by up to Rs 25,000 from September 1

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd (TMPV) announced a price hike of up to Rs 25,000 across its ICE and electric vehicle models, effective September 1, to mitigate rising input costs and inflationary pressures.

Cocktail Recipe: Watermelon Cucumber Spritz

Cocktail Recipe: Watermelon Cucumber Spritz

Rediff.com6 days ago

A cocktail containing watermelon, cooling cucumber and the signature character of Hendrick's Gin that together produce a sparkling cocktail that will just make your evening so much better!

Baloch militants are 'foreign-sponsored proxies', says Pak army chief

Baloch militants are 'foreign-sponsored proxies', says Pak army chief

Rediff.com6 days ago

Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has described militants operating in Balochistan as 'foreign-sponsored proxies' actively working to destabilise the province and obstruct its development.

Explained: How No-Confidence Vote Could Oust FIFA President Infantino?

Explained: How No-Confidence Vote Could Oust FIFA President Infantino?

Rediff.com6 days ago

This article details the process and requirements for a vote of no confidence against the FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, following challenges to his leadership.

Everyday Glam: Akanksha Mantri, The Doctor & The Diva

Everyday Glam: Akanksha Mantri, The Doctor & The Diva

Rediff.com6 days ago

Who says everyday dressing has to be predictable? Dr Akanksha Mantri proves that style can be elegant, experimental and full of personality no matter the occasion.

Why Is BMC Offering A Rs 61,500 Stipend To GenZ?

Why Is BMC Offering A Rs 61,500 Stipend To GenZ?

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's 12-month fellowship offers young graduates an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in civic administration and contribute to initiatives related to Mumbai's development.

How To Claim Unclaimed Bank Deposits

How To Claim Unclaimed Bank Deposits

Rediff.com6 days ago

A savings or current account with no customer-induced transaction for more than 24 months is classified as inoperative.

Rhea Chakraborty: 'I Am The Most Trolled Person In The Country'

Rhea Chakraborty: 'I Am The Most Trolled Person In The Country'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'I have got the clean chit this year itself. People have realised that I am an innocent. I have been under doubt for a long time.'

AI drives demand for flexible office spaces as firms seek agility

AI drives demand for flexible office spaces as firms seek agility

Rediff.com6 days ago

Artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly increasing the demand for flexible office spaces in India, as enterprises prioritise agility, speed-to-market, and struggle with forecasting workforce requirements. AI-native startups are a primary driver, while established companies are adopting 'core-plus-flex' strategies to balance stability with adaptability.