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Grateful to India, says Russia on Ukraine peace proposal

Grateful to India, says Russia on Ukraine peace proposal

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Russia has expressed gratitude for India's readiness to contribute to resolving the Ukraine conflict, while Ukraine's Foreign Minister praised India's ceasefire proposal as the "broadest" among those received. President Putin also acknowledged Prime Minister Modi's "very good ideas" for a mutual settlement, highlighting India's intensified diplomatic efforts focusing on Black Sea safety, grain exports, and energy supplies.

India Ranks Among Top 10 Emerging Markets in AI Readiness, Private Investment Soars

India Ranks Among Top 10 Emerging Markets in AI Readiness, Private Investment Soars

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

India has secured a spot among the top 10 leading emerging-market performers in artificial intelligence (AI) readiness, with private investment in AI more than tripling to USD 4.1 billion in 2025, according to a new World Bank report.

Jaffer rues Rinku Singh's absence, says India missed a game-changer in 4th T20I vs Windies

Jaffer rues Rinku Singh's absence, says India missed a game-changer in 4th T20I vs Windies

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Wasim Jaffer says India missed Rinku Singh's finishing prowess against West Indies, while cautioning against expecting Naman Dhir to bowl four overs and stressing his batting value.

Industrial Growth Moderates to 6.7% in September Amid Mining Contraction, Manufacturing Sluggishness

Industrial Growth Moderates to 6.7% in September Amid Mining Contraction, Manufacturing Sluggishness

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's industrial production growth decelerated to 6.7 per cent in September, down from 7.8 per cent in August, primarily due to a contraction in mining activity and a slowdown in manufacturing, according to government data. Experts attribute the moderation to a high-base effect, anticipation of festive sales, and concerns over rising inflation.

Abhinav Bindra Not Interested In IOA Executive Board Role

Abhinav Bindra Not Interested In IOA Executive Board Role

Rediff.com23 Oct 2026

Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra has announced he will not contest for a position on the Indian Olympic Association's Executive Board, despite being on the list of Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit eligible for the upcoming elections on December 5. Bindra also shared his views on India's performance at the recent Asian Games and the record-breaking success at the Asian Para Games.

Sharma, Lahiri Lead India's Charge At DP World Championship

Sharma, Lahiri Lead India's Charge At DP World Championship

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Indian golf stars Shubhankar Sharma and Anirban Lahiri will spearhead a 27-member Indian contingent at the USD four million DP World India Championship. They will compete against a formidable international field, including seven Major winners like Rory McIlroy, at the Delhi Golf Club, starting on Thursday.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex. Nifty Surge on Reliance Boost

Stock Markets Today: Sensex. Nifty Surge on Reliance Boost

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw significant gains in early trade, primarily driven by a strong performance from Reliance Industries following its record quarterly profit announcement and a notable decline in global crude oil prices. Positive foreign fund inflows and a buoyant trend in Asian markets further contributed to the market's optimism.Track Sensex, Nifty on November 2.

Coach McDonald defends Australia after South Africa series defeat

Coach McDonald defends Australia after South Africa series defeat

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australian coach Andrew McDonald has defended his team against a 'flood of criticism' following their 2-1 Test series loss to South Africa, acknowledging underachievement but backing the squad's core players. He addressed concerns about player performance and the team's future, particularly regarding Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith.

RBI's new FERR norms make FCNR(B) hedging costlier for banks

RBI's new FERR norms make FCNR(B) hedging costlier for banks

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India's new Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve (FERR) framework is making it more expensive for banks to hedge dollar interest payments on foreign currency non-resident (bank), or FCNR(B), deposits. Banks are now required to set aside cash equivalent to 20 per cent of their exposure, leading to a significant increase in hedging costs and forward premiums.

Buddh International Circuit Ready For F1 Return, Say Organisers

Buddh International Circuit Ready For F1 Return, Say Organisers

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Buddh International Circuit (BIC) recently hosted FIA-level racing for the first time in 13 years, sparking renewed discussions about a potential Formula 1 return to India. While organisers suggest 30-40% of the track needs revamping, drivers who competed praised its condition. The government is also exploring the feasibility, but significant financial investment and tax clarity are crucial for F1's comeback.

Six Indians Advance To Final Rounds At DP World India Championship

Six Indians Advance To Final Rounds At DP World India Championship

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Spain's Eugenio Chacarra holds a one-shot lead at the DP World India Championship after the second round, with six Indian golfers successfully making the cut. Om Prakash Chouhan is the best-placed Indian, while Yuvraj Sandhu made a remarkable comeback. Several major champions also qualified, but some prominent Indian names missed the cut, leaving a tightly packed leaderboard.

'Lower Taxes May Bring Back Foreign Investors'

'Lower Taxes May Bring Back Foreign Investors'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Once this entire AI and tech driven euphoria in the Western markets sees a correction there will be a re-evaluation of the Indian equity market and inflows will resume.'

AITA Elections: Sutar To Contest Against Paes For VP Role

AITA Elections: Sutar To Contest Against Paes For VP Role

Rediff.com1 days ago

Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) president Prashant Sutar has announced his candidature for the All India Tennis Association (AITA) vice-president's post, setting up a direct contest against tennis legend Leander Paes in the upcoming November 27 elections. Sutar emphasizes his vision for Indian tennis administration over individual stature.

Mona, Nishad's golden run earns them flag bearer honour

Mona, Nishad's golden run earns them flag bearer honour

Rediff.com23 Oct 2026

Shooter Mona Agarwal and jumps specialist Nishad Kumar, both double gold medallists, have been chosen as India's flag bearers for the closing ceremony of the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Agarwal set Games and world records in shooting, while Kumar secured golds in high jump and long jump.

Why Are Airlines Cutting Flights At Diwali?

Why Are Airlines Cutting Flights At Diwali?

Rediff.com1 days ago

The reduction is primarily driven by high airfares, increased fuel costs, and rupee depreciation, leading to softer passenger demand.

Akash Ambani seeks to recreate Dhirubhai's legacy with India's biggest IPO as Jio goes public

Akash Ambani seeks to recreate Dhirubhai's legacy with India's biggest IPO as Jio goes public

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Akash Ambani is leading Jio Platforms' initial public offering (IPO), set to be India's largest, with a strategy that includes appealing to regional investors and drawing parallels to his grandfather Dhirubhai Ambani's historic public listing of Reliance Industries.

Jamil Optimistic For India's Football Future Despite Brazil Loss

Jamil Optimistic For India's Football Future Despite Brazil Loss

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Khalid Jamil, head coach of the Indian football team, expressed optimism despite a 4-0 defeat against five-time world champions Brazil. He highlighted the high quality of the Brazilian team and the learning experience for India, emphasizing the need for more high-profile matches to improve. Jamil also defended goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and looked forward to the upcoming match against Uruguay.

IOA Athletes' Commission Elections: Who Is In The Fray?

IOA Athletes' Commission Elections: Who Is In The Fray?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ace shuttler Kidambi Srikanth has withdrawn his candidature from the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) Athletes' Commission polls, leaving 10 contestants for nine positions. Olympic medallists PV Sindhu and Mirabai Chanu are prominent candidates in the virtual elections scheduled for Tuesday. The commission's rules mandate specific representation for medallists and Olympians, with Manjeet Singh already elected unopposed.

Can New Zealand Stop Ro-Ko?

Can New Zealand Stop Ro-Ko?

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The legendary duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been at their menacing best recently in ODIs and it remains to be seen how the New Zealand bowlers can stop them.

India Face Batting Questions As Bhuvi Boosts Bowling Options In Series Decider

India Face Batting Questions As Bhuvi Boosts Bowling Options In Series Decider

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India may turn to Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav for the series-deciding T20I against West Indies as they look to strengthen their bowling attack.

HDFC Bank braces for significant leadership transition as key executives exit

HDFC Bank braces for significant leadership transition as key executives exit

Rediff.com26 Oct 2026

India's largest private-sector lender, HDFC Bank, is undergoing a significant leadership transition with several long-serving executives, including Deputy Managing Director Kaizad Bharucha and outgoing MD & CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan, set to depart, leaving incoming MD & CEO Anup Bagchi to oversee a major overhaul.

Indian Golfers Battle For Cut At DP World India Championship

Indian Golfers Battle For Cut At DP World India Championship

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

The second round of the DP World India Championship was suspended on Friday due to weather delays, leaving several Indian golfers, including Anirban Lahiri, Saptak Talwar, and Om Prakash Chauhan, in contention to make the cut. Angel Hidalgo, Joost Luiten, and Adrian Meronk share the clubhouse lead, with many players yet to complete their rounds. The cut is expected to be decided on Saturday afternoon as the tournament plays catch-up.

Blue Colts Aim For Stronger Showing In FIFA U15 World Cup Tier C

Blue Colts Aim For Stronger Showing In FIFA U15 World Cup Tier C

Rediff.com7 days ago

India U15 head coach Bibiano Fernandes has called on his players to learn from their group stage campaign at the FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival as they prepare to face Honduras in the second phase. The Blue Colts finished third in Group K and will now compete in Tier C, with Fernandes stressing the importance of continuous development.

'Our path is independent': DMK exits INDIA bloc, cites Congress 'betrayal'

'Our path is independent': DMK exits INDIA bloc, cites Congress 'betrayal'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The DMK has announced its exit from the INDIA bloc, citing "betrayal" by the Congress and asserting its independent political path. The party accused Congress leaders, including TNCC chief B Manickam Tagore, of making unsavoury remarks and acting as "sleeper cells," which contributed to the DMK's electoral setbacks. The DMK warned Congress leaders against further criticism and stated it would not participate in Congress-led agitations.

How India Secured Fourth Place At Asian Games

How India Secured Fourth Place At Asian Games

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

India overcame early setbacks in shooting and athletics to achieve a strong fourth-place finish at the Asian Games, matching its previous edition's ranking. A late surge in boxing, archery, wrestling, and hockey, alongside historic wins in golf and cricket, contributed significantly to the medal tally, despite a lower overall medal count compared to the 2022 edition.

Mini Car Sales Surge 86% as India's Auto Market Rebounds

Mini Car Sales Surge 86% as India's Auto Market Rebounds

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's entry-level passenger vehicle market is experiencing a significant recovery, with mini car wholesales surging 86.3 per cent year-on-year in the first half of FY27, driven by improved affordability and stronger overall demand.

President Murmu hails India's Asian Games stars

President Murmu hails India's Asian Games stars

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

President Droupadi Murmu extended her congratulations to Indian shooters for their impressive performance at the Asian Games, securing both gold and silver medals. She specifically lauded Kamaljeet and Suruchi Inder Singh for their gold in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event and Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, Rudrankksh Balasaheb Patil, and Niraj Kumar for their silver in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions event.

Ranji Trophy: Railways stage late fightback to control Mumbai on Day 1

Ranji Trophy: Railways stage late fightback to control Mumbai on Day 1

Rediff.com1 days ago

Railways staged a strong comeback on Day One of their Ranji Trophy Group D clash against Mumbai, taking three quick wickets late in the day to leave Mumbai at 247/6 at stumps. Mumbai had built a strong foundation with Angkrish Raghuvanshi scoring 78 and Sarfaraz Khan adding 55, but Himanshu Sangwan and Adarsh Singh led the Railways' fightback.

SAP's Ambitious Plan To Upskill 2 Million Indians In AI By 2030

SAP's Ambitious Plan To Upskill 2 Million Indians In AI By 2030

Rediff.com6 days ago

SAP has announced new programmes to train two million people in India with AI-ready skills by 2030, as part of its global initiative to upskill 12 million individuals worldwide. The company will collaborate with academic institutions, industry partners, and government bodies to expand access to AI, cloud, data, and enterprise technologies, leveraging India's significant role in the global tech workforce.

Asian Games: China Leads Medal Count, India Secures Fourth Spot

Asian Games: China Leads Medal Count, India Secures Fourth Spot

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

The article presents the medal tally after Day 14 of the Asian Games, showing China's significant lead, followed by Japan and South Korea. India is positioned fourth with a total of 85 medals.

'Modi May Not Be Able To Prove He Is Indian'

'Modi May Not Be Able To Prove He Is Indian'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'If you ask Prime Minister Modi prove you are Indian, as per the Election Commission's criteria, he may not be able to prove that he is an Indian.'

Asian Games: China Dominates Medals Tally, India Ranks 8th

Asian Games: China Dominates Medals Tally, India Ranks 8th

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The article presents the medals tally after Day 11 of the Asian Games, showing China in the lead with 275 medals, followed by Japan and South Korea. India is currently ranked 8th with a total of 60 medals.

Gambhir Defends Dube Move, Urges India to Learn From WI Loss

Gambhir Defends Dube Move, Urges India to Learn From WI Loss

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

After India's defeat despite scoring 249, Gautam Gambhir says only the openers are permanent in T20 cricket and backs a flexible batting order.

Real Kashmir face Nagaland United in IFL season opener

Real Kashmir face Nagaland United in IFL season opener

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former champions Real Kashmir FC are set to kick off their Indian Football League 2026-27 season against debutants Nagaland United SC in Srinagar on Friday. Real Kashmir, under coach Ishfaq Ahmed, aims for a strong start after a challenging previous season, while Nagaland United makes its historic entry into the national league, led by coach Kaizad Ambapardiwalla and a young squad.

Powerlifter Kasthuri Rajamani Wins Silver In Asian Para Games

Powerlifter Kasthuri Rajamani Wins Silver In Asian Para Games

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Indian powerlifter Kasthuri Rajamani secured a silver medal in the women's 67kg category at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya.

Pramod Bhagat Calls For Action Against Former Coach Gaurav Khanna

Pramod Bhagat Calls For Action Against Former Coach Gaurav Khanna

Rediff.com5 days ago

Tokyo Paralympic champion shuttler Pramod Bhagat has urged authorities to take action against former head coach Gaurav Khanna. The controversy stems from Khanna's public prediction of India's medal tally before the finals at the recently concluded Asian Para Games, which Bhagat deemed unprofessional and unethical, causing undue pressure on athletes.

Jio Platforms makes grand debut, shares surge over 21% on exchanges

Jio Platforms makes grand debut, shares surge over 21% on exchanges

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shares of Jio Platforms, the digital services arm of Reliance Industries, made a stellar debut on the stock exchanges, surging over 21 per cent against its issue price, pushing its market valuation past Rs 12.50 lakh crore and making it India's second most valuable firm.

India seeks Russia's update on 69 citizens serving in its army

India seeks Russia's update on 69 citizens serving in its army

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

India has requested an update from Russian authorities regarding 69 Indian nationals reportedly serving in the Russian Army. The External Affairs Ministry spokesperson stated that 139 Indians have been discharged so far, but 51 have died. India continues to warn its citizens against joining the Russian military due to significant dangers.

'I focus on taking the game deep': Tilak Varma On His New Role As Finisher In T20s

'I focus on taking the game deep': Tilak Varma On His New Role As Finisher In T20s

Rediff.com5 days ago

India vice-captain Tilak Varma reveals a significant shift in his batting approach, moving from number three to five, which now sees him target boundaries from the first ball instead of settling in. This strategic change has contributed to his reputation as a chase master, as India takes an unassailable 3-0 lead against New Zealand.

Pranavi Urs's Stellar Performance Propels India In Asian Games Golf

Pranavi Urs's Stellar Performance Propels India In Asian Games Golf

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Pranavi Sharath Urs delivered an exceptional 7-under 63 at the Asian Games golf competition, placing her in sole second position individually and elevating the Indian women's team to bronze medal contention. Her performance, marked by clean ball-striking and aggressive play, has created significant momentum for India's medal aspirations in both individual and team events.