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'Hema-Dharam's Was The Most Dignified Second Marriage'

'Hema-Dharam's Was The Most Dignified Second Marriage'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'One of the dignified aspects of their relationship is that Hema reportedly told Dharamji that she would never disturb his first family.'

'Sensex Captures Changing Structure Of Economy'

'Sensex Captures Changing Structure Of Economy'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

'Only four or five original companies remain; the rest have been replaced every decade as sectors evolve or leadership shifts.' 'Companies that fail to adapt -- like many textile mills from the 1970s and shipping firms from the 1980s -- disappear.' 'Benchmark indices reward those who reinvent themselves in line with economic demands.'

RARE Pictures Of Dharmendra

RARE Pictures Of Dharmendra

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Like Naseeruddin Shah said in his tribute to ANI, 'a Dharmendra-sized hole is impossible to fill.' And it truly is, thanks to the actor's rich contribution to cinema through his 65-year career.

Janhvi, Diipa, Priyanka Were All About...

Janhvi, Diipa, Priyanka Were All About...

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Mumbai turned into a stage of power and poise as Harper's Bazaar India hosted the second edition of the Women of the Year Awards 2025, celebrating trailblazing women across film, fashion, art and business.

Infosys CEO Salil Parekh to get ESOPs worth Rs 51 crore

Infosys CEO Salil Parekh to get ESOPs worth Rs 51 crore

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

India's second largest IT company Infosys' board has approved the grant of stock incentives or Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) worth over Rs 51 crore to CEO and MD Salil Parekh. These stock incentives are under various heads including ESG and equity, and add up to over Rs 51 crore.

Apple clinches all-time revenue record in India during September quarter

Apple clinches all-time revenue record in India during September quarter

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

iPhone maker Apple hit an all-time revenue record in India during September quarter, marking a strong growth streak in the world's second largest smartphone market where the tech titan has been deepening retail footprint and local manufacturing.

'Simplicity Remained Dharmendra's Greatest Charm'

'Simplicity Remained Dharmendra's Greatest Charm'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

'Asha Parekh once said he never really went beyond the villager he originally was.'

Hrithik-Saba At Zarine Khan's Prayer Service

Hrithik-Saba At Zarine Khan's Prayer Service

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Film folk mourned Zarine Khan and condoled with her family at her prayer service on November 10 at Mumbai's JW Marriott hotel.

Make demergers tax-neutral, biz houses nudge govt

Make demergers tax-neutral, biz houses nudge govt

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27, Indian business houses have urged the government to make demergers tax-neutral, particularly in cases involving transfer of investments in associate companies with 25 per cent or more shareholding, under the new Income Tax Act. This may possibly help some companies planning to go public, according to a source.

Morgan Stanley's bull-case scenario: Sensex may touch 107,000 by Dec '26

Morgan Stanley's bull-case scenario: Sensex may touch 107,000 by Dec '26

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Analysts at Morgan Stanley have updated their outlook for the Indian markets, and they now expect the Sensex to hit the 107,000 mark by December 2026 in a bull-case scenario, translating into an upside of 26 per cent from current levels.

Shah Bano's daughter seeks stay on Emraan Hashmi's Haq

Shah Bano's daughter seeks stay on Emraan Hashmi's Haq

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Siddiqa Begum, daughter and legal heir of Shah Bano, has served a legal notice on the makers "for immediate restraint on the publication, screening, promotion, or release of the upcoming film."

How To Make Online Gaming Safe For Your Kids

How To Make Online Gaming Safe For Your Kids

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Gaming and cyber security experts suggest how kids and parents can stay aware to fight the growing threats and miscreants who act from behind the screen.

Helen: The Lesser Known Actor

Helen: The Lesser Known Actor

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

After spinning into the spotlight with the hit song-and-dance number Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu in Howrah Bridge (1958), Helen signed scores of films as a dancer. But Helen was raring to step out of her dancing shoes, and play heroine instead.

Sonakshi-Zaheer Were Hanging Out With...

Sonakshi-Zaheer Were Hanging Out With...

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

As Vikram Phadnis' celebrated 35 years in fashion and cinema, these couples added a touch of romance on the red carpet.

Infosys wins 14K cr deal to modernise UK's NHS workforce management system

Infosys wins 14K cr deal to modernise UK's NHS workforce management system

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The 15-year agreement will see Infosys develop a next-generation, data-driven workforce management platform to replace the existing electronic staff record (ESR) system, which annually manages a 55 billion payroll for 1.9 million NHS employees.

Dharmendra Was The He-Man Of Bollywood

Dharmendra Was The He-Man Of Bollywood

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Dharmendra's demise means the loss of one of the biggest icons ever in the Hindi film firmament.

The Indian Techie Who Broke The Internet

The Indian Techie Who Broke The Internet

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Indian engineer Soham Parekh, who was caught juggling multiple full-time Silicon Valley jobs, sparked both a viral meme storm and a fierce debate on remote work, ethics and startup hiring processes.

Kriti Turns The Red Carpet 'Green'

Kriti Turns The Red Carpet 'Green'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The venue for the Filmfare Awards shifted to Ahmedabad last weekend, and stars dazzled on the red carpet and on stage.

'We are not pointing a finger at any community'

'We are not pointing a finger at any community'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

'I don't know what people will say, but as a liberal Muslim, I can say that I had no problems with the viewpoint of the film. Because we are not maligning any community, if we were I wouldn't have done this film...'

Kajal Aggarwal Reacts To Death Hoax

Kajal Aggarwal Reacts To Death Hoax

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'While I personally the baseless news amusing, it was quite sad to see how disturbed my family felt.'

When Women Weren't Doormats In Hindi Films

When Women Weren't Doormats In Hindi Films

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'Madhubala in Kala Pani looks divine and yet, she's not just there for glamour.' 'In Do Raaste, the character of Neelambari (played by Bindu) isn't a heroine in the traditional sense but she has such a pivotal role.' 'That Raj Khosla gave a non-heroine such a central role, instead of the heroine, says a lot about how he valued female characters.'

Infy Defies Layoff Trend: 20K Jobs In '25

Infy Defies Layoff Trend: 20K Jobs In '25

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Infosys commits to hiring 20,000 graduates amid industry-wide layoffs and uncertainty.

Indo-West Is New Chic For Sanya, Ananya

Indo-West Is New Chic For Sanya, Ananya

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Rashmika, Ananya, Sonam, Sanya and Bebo stun in bold fusion looks that mix tradition and sass

President Comforts Emotional Manasi Parekh

President Comforts Emotional Manasi Parekh

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The actress got emotional as she accepts the award for Best Actress for her Gujarati film, Kutch Express.

Air India crash: He refused DNA test, said: 'I can identify my son'

Air India crash: He refused DNA test, said: 'I can identify my son'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

A husband who refused to cry, a father insisting he didn't need a DNA test to identify his son, a crew member's family broken in spirit after waiting seven days for DNA confirmation.

Infy to buy 75% in Telstra arm for Rs 1.3K cr

Infy to buy 75% in Telstra arm for Rs 1.3K cr

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Information technology (IT) services major Infosys on Wednesday announced the formation of a joint venture (JV) with Telstra, Australia's leading telecommunications and technology company. This will allow Infosys to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled cloud and digital solutions for Australian businesses.

Rakul-Jackky Party With...

Rakul-Jackky Party With...

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

It was a big birthday bash for Zayed Khan when he turned 44 over the weekend, and many of his friends came over to party with him.

Infosys Q1 profit up 8.6% to Rs 6,921 crore

Infosys Q1 profit up 8.6% to Rs 6,921 crore

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Infosys on Wednesday reported an 8.7 per cent increase in consolidated net profit in the June quarter to Rs 6,921 crore, as India's second-largest IT services firm forecast a 1-3 per cent revenue growth for the full FY26. The Bengaluru-headquartered firm had logged a net profit (attributable to owners of the company) of Rs 6,368 crore in the year-ago period, according to a regulatory filing.

No Time Cap on Tax Pleas: FinMin

No Time Cap on Tax Pleas: FinMin

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'As a result of delays, the desired reliefs are not coming for taxpayers.'

India's top IT cos wrap up Q1 with single-digit topline growth

India's top IT cos wrap up Q1 with single-digit topline growth

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

India's top IT services firms delivered single-digit revenue growth in April-June, capping off a mixed, somewhat-sobering quarter as macroeconomic instability and geopolitical tensions weighed on global tech demand and delayed client decisionmaking. Management commentary painted a mixed picture, caution prevailed, yet industry CEOs also emphasised cost optimisation, vendor consolidation, and opportunities in AI makeovers.

Infosys Q4 profit falls 12% to Rs 7,033 cr; revenue rises to Rs 40,925 cr

Infosys Q4 profit falls 12% to Rs 7,033 cr; revenue rises to Rs 40,925 cr

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

India's second-largest IT company Infosys on Thursday reported an 11.7 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 7,033 crore for the March quarter. It had posted a profit (attributable to owners of the company) of Rs 7,969 crore in the year-ago period.

Aamir-Farhan At Manoj Kumar's Prayer Meet

Aamir-Farhan At Manoj Kumar's Prayer Meet

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Members of the film industry trouped in to say their last goodbyes to Manoj Kumar at a prayer meet held on Sunday evening.

Laapataa Ladies' Nitanshi Goel Debuts at Cannes

Laapataa Ladies' Nitanshi Goel Debuts at Cannes

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The 17-year-old actor, who made waves with her debut performance in 2024's Laapataa Ladies, makes yet another striking debut this year: At Cannes.

Why Waheeda Rehman Left Guru Dutt

Why Waheeda Rehman Left Guru Dutt

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

'Everyone at Guru Dutt Productions would get monthly salaries. Waheeda didi would get Rs 2,500 per month. And that was the reason why she left.'

Startups Could Hire 100,000 To 200,000

Startups Could Hire 100,000 To 200,000

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Hiring demand is strongest for high-impact technology and product roles, particularly DevOps engineers, product managers, and full-stack developers.

Meet The Man Behind Bollywood Classics

Meet The Man Behind Bollywood Classics

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

'The moment a movie was declared a hit, he would immediately start planning his next.'

HDFC, HDFC Bank merger effective from July 1: Deepak Parekh

HDFC, HDFC Bank merger effective from July 1: Deepak Parekh

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

The merger of housing finance major HDFC with the country's largest private lender HDFC Bank will be effective from July 1, HDFC chairman Deepak Parekh said on Tuesday. The boards of HDFC and the private bank will meet on June 30 post to clear and approve the merger, Parekh told reporters in Mumbai. The merger of the corporation with HDFC Bank will be effective July 1, Parekh said.

US market a 'wild card' for Indian IT: Nasscom Prez

US market a 'wild card' for Indian IT: Nasscom Prez

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

United States, the largest market for the $282 billion Indian IT sector, is a "wild card" for the industry, lobby grouping Nasssom's president Rajesh Nambiar said on Monday. Speaking to reporters Nambiar said the tariff threats by the US may turn out to be the biggest headwind for the sector. "Broadly, if you were to look at the headwinds, the biggest unknown there would be the tariffs and the impact of what happens in the US market," Nambiar said.

BSE: Stock Exchange That Refused To Die

BSE: Stock Exchange That Refused To Die

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The story of the Bombay Stock Exchange and the people who shaped its growth: From wars and bomb blasts to speculators, reformers and wealth creators.

Indian IT companies need to be paranoid: HCL CEO

Indian IT companies need to be paranoid: HCL CEO

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

The time is up for the over three-decades-old business model with the advent of artificial intelligence, HCL Technologies' chief executive C Vijayakumar said on Monday. Speaking at industry lobby grouping Nasscom's annual NTLF event in Mumbai, Vijayakumar said companies need to be "paranoid", given the wide-ranging impact of AI and stressed that this attitude will help them to be relevant and grow. "I strongly believe that the business model is ripe for disruption.