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Irdai's crackdown on insurer operating costs signals stricter compliance

Irdai's crackdown on insurer operating costs signals stricter compliance

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India's (Irdai) recent actions against insurers for breaching expense of management (EoM) limits indicate a serious commitment to enforcing operating and distribution cost controls, according to industry experts.

Has India Found Its Answer To Its No. 3 Riddle?

Has India Found Its Answer To Its No. 3 Riddle?

Rediff.com9 hours ago

It is not easy to score two consecutive Test centuries unless one knows how to play the good ball on its merit and punish the bad ball to full effect.

Vijay shelves Parandur airport; announces more free LPGs, bus travel for women

Vijay shelves Parandur airport; announces more free LPGs, bus travel for women

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Making several announcements in the assembly, Vijay, fulfilling TVK's key electoral assurances, announced three free cooking gas cylinders and also declared that the Parandur greenfield airport project will be shelved.

Tension in Kakinada college over NE student's missing phone

Tension in Kakinada college over NE student's missing phone

Rediff.com9 hours ago

District authorities in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, successfully resolved a dispute between Northeastern and local students at a private nursing college, which arose from a missing mobile phone. The intervention led to the safe relocation of Northeastern students and a warning to the college management to improve facilities and foster inclusivity.

Why Are Thousands of GST Appeals Pending?

Why Are Thousands of GST Appeals Pending?

Rediff.com9 hours ago

GSTAT has crossed 75,000 filings but disposed of only 83 cases, highlighting the huge backlog facing India's new GST appeals tribunal.

Praggnanandhaa on Cusp of Grand Chess Tour Finals

Praggnanandhaa on Cusp of Grand Chess Tour Finals

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has taken a commanding 9-3 lead over Germany's Vincent Keymer, putting him just six points away from qualifying for the finals of the prestigious US$450,000 Grand Chess Tour concluding event.

Nashik-Palghar Tremors: Cause For Alarm?

Nashik-Palghar Tremors: Cause For Alarm?

Rediff.com10 hours ago

'Hydro-seismicity is a phenomenon that typically shows up during and just after the monsoon.' 'Heavy rain causes water to percolate deep into the rock, and where there are fractures, that water fills the pores and builds up what we call pore water pressure.' 'That pressure can widen existing cracks, and eventually the rock gives way -- which surfaces as tremors.'

Ferran Torres' late heroics secure draw for PSG against Rennes

Ferran Torres' late heroics secure draw for PSG against Rennes

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Ferran Torres scored two late goals on his debut for Paris St Germain, coming off the bench to help his new club rally from a two-goal deficit and secure a 2-2 draw against Stade Rennais in their Ligue 1 season opener.

Many hospitalised after chlorine gas leak at Nagpur water plant

Many hospitalised after chlorine gas leak at Nagpur water plant

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The gas spread to nearby residential areas, triggering panic. Many people experienced coughing and difficulty in breathing, it said.

Diamond League: Jefferson-Wooden beats Olympic champion Alfred to win women's 100m

Diamond League: Jefferson-Wooden beats Olympic champion Alfred to win women's 100m

Rediff.com10 hours ago

World champion Melissa Jefferson-Wooden defeated Olympic gold medallist Julien Alfred in the women's 100 metres, while Oblique Seville secured victory in the men's sprint at the Silesia Diamond League.

Yogi Adityanath's English speech at India-Japan conclave goes viral

Yogi Adityanath's English speech at India-Japan conclave goes viral

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath surprised social media by delivering a speech in English at the India-Japan Business Conclave, with a video clip of his address quickly spreading online and drawing widespread reactions.

Mahabharat Actor Aasha Singh Jaiswal Dies

Mahabharat Actor Aasha Singh Jaiswal Dies

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Actress Aasha Singh Jaiswal, known for her roles in films and television, has passed away in Mumbai.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Ride on Blue-chip Stocks

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Ride on Blue-chip Stocks

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, opened higher on Monday, driven by strong buying in blue-chip stocks like HDFC Bank and Infosys, despite persistent geopolitical tensions and elevated crude oil prices.

iQOO Z11 Debuts With Dimensity 7500 Turbo, 144Hz Display

iQOO Z11 Debuts With Dimensity 7500 Turbo, 144Hz Display

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The iQOO Z11 has joined the brand's Z series in India, with sales set to begin on August 25.

India's Enemies Watch Out: AK-203 Sher Roars!

India's Enemies Watch Out: AK-203 Sher Roars!

Rediff.com10 hours ago

India has successfully manufactured and test-fired its first fully indigenous AK-203 assault rifle, named 'Sher', at the Korwa facility in Uttar Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in defence self-reliance with 100 per cent Indian components.

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M Claims Kanizsa Open Crown

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M Claims Kanizsa Open Crown

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M secured a significant victory at the Kanizsa Open in Hungary, defeating Germany's Vadim Petrovskiy in the final round. The 19-year-old, currently ranked 44th globally, finished with seven points, earning congratulations from the Indian Embassy for his performance on the international chess stage.

'Salman Makes A Scene Memorable'

'Salman Makes A Scene Memorable'

Rediff.com11 hours ago

'Even if it's just a short moment, he creates something that is pure cinema.'

Can TCS Survive Chandra's Exit?

Can TCS Survive Chandra's Exit?

Rediff.com11 hours ago

N Chandrasekaran's exit marks a major shift for TCS, leaving its leadership to navigate AI disruption without the group chairman's deep expertise.

The Polio Warrior: 20 Years, One Mission

The Polio Warrior: 20 Years, One Mission

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Polio survivor Rupa Sahu has turned her disability into a mission to protect others and spent 20 years going door to door to vaccinate children against the dreaded disease.

Barcelona Begins LaLiga Title Defence With Resounding 5-0 Win At Elche

Barcelona Begins LaLiga Title Defence With Resounding 5-0 Win At Elche

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Barcelona commenced their LaLiga title defence with a dominant 5-0 away victory against Elche, featuring two goals each from Raphinha and Fermin Lopez, and one from debutant Karim Adeyemi.

Rahul Gandhi's Politics Of The Street Wins New Fans

Rahul Gandhi's Politics Of The Street Wins New Fans

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Rahul Gandhi's aggressive street politics is giving him a fresh political edge, but overplaying his role could hurt his credibility with the wider opposition, predicts M R Narayan Swamy.

Fils wins first ATP Masters 1000 title as Gauff clinches second Cincinnati crown

Fils wins first ATP Masters 1000 title as Gauff clinches second Cincinnati crown

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Arthur Fils and Coco Gauff have both secured significant victories at the Cincinnati Open, with Fils winning his first ATP Masters 1000 title by defeating Frances Tiafoe, and Gauff claiming her second Cincinnati Open title over Jessica Pegula.

2 MLAs among 6 injured after car rams into SUV in Delhi

2 MLAs among 6 injured after car rams into SUV in Delhi

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Two Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs), including Anil Jha from Kirari and Abhay Patil from Karnataka, were among six people who sustained minor injuries in a car collision in central Delhi. The accident involved a car hitting a divider and then colliding with an Innova carrying the MLAs. All injured are stable and further investigation is underway.

3 newborns die after ventilator triggers fire at Maha hospital

3 newborns die after ventilator triggers fire at Maha hospital

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The incident, which occurred early Monday morning, was reportedly caused by a sparking ventilator.

Pranesh Wins Kanizsa Open 2026 Chess Championship In Hungary

Pranesh Wins Kanizsa Open 2026 Chess Championship In Hungary

Rediff.com12 hours ago

India's 19-year-old Grandmaster Pranesh M clinched the Group A title at the prestigious Kanizsa Open 2026, defeating Germany's Vadim Petrovskiy in the final round.

India's women's Hockey World Cup dream dashed after goalless draw with Australia

India's women's Hockey World Cup dream dashed after goalless draw with Australia

Rediff.com12 hours ago

India's campaign in the FIH Women's World Cup concluded after a goalless draw against Australia in their final second-round match.

Szoboszlai Penalty Earns Liverpool Dramatic Draw With Newcastle

Szoboszlai Penalty Earns Liverpool Dramatic Draw With Newcastle

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Liverpool secured a dramatic 2-2 draw against Newcastle United at St James' Park, with Dominik Szoboszlai converting a stoppage-time penalty. The match also served as a tribute to the late Kevin Keegan, a shared hero for both clubs, with fans and former players honouring his legacy. Goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock for Newcastle were cancelled out by Cody Gakpo and Szoboszlai's late equaliser for Liverpool.

Praggnanandhaa lets Keymer escape in grand finale opener

Praggnanandhaa lets Keymer escape in grand finale opener

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Praggnanandhaa squandered a winning advantage against Vincent Keymer in the Grand Chess Tour opener, allowing the resilient German to survive and secure a hard-fought draw.

Haryana clinch 16th Junior Women's National Hockey Championship

Haryana clinch 16th Junior Women's National Hockey Championship

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Haryana defeated Jharkhand 2-1 to win the 16th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship. Madhya Pradesh secured third place by beating Chhattisgarh 3-1 in the bronze medal match. Haryana made a strong comeback after conceding an early goal, with Bhavya and Khushi scoring to secure their victory.

East Bengal FC secure historic back-to-back AFC Women's Champions League berth

East Bengal FC secure historic back-to-back AFC Women's Champions League berth

Rediff.com21 hours ago

East Bengal FC's women's team defeated Sabah FA 2-0 to secure their place in the AFC Women's Champions League Group Stage for the second consecutive time, a historic first for an Indian club. Goals from Olivia Anokye and Soumya Guguloth sealed their victory, topping Group A with a perfect record.

Brydon Carse faces ECB investigation as fresh off-field storm hits England

Brydon Carse faces ECB investigation as fresh off-field storm hits England

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The ECB is investigating an alleged Derby incident involving England fast bowler Brydon Carse, with his availability for the second Pakistan Test now uncertain.

Raj principal suspended over viral dam bathing video with girl students

Raj principal suspended over viral dam bathing video with girl students

Rediff.com22 hours ago

A school principal in Alwar, Rajasthan, has been suspended following the circulation of a video showing him bathing in a dam with girl students. An inquiry has been initiated against him for violating the code of conduct.

French Badminton Makes History With Double World Titles

French Badminton Makes History With Double World Titles

Rediff.com22 hours ago

France achieved a historic double victory at the World Championships, with Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue winning mixed doubles and Alex Lanier securing the men's singles title. This unprecedented success is attributed to decades of strategic investment in a national badminton system, including national and regional centres, coach education, and a focus on holistic player development, aiming to elevate France among traditional Asian powerhouses in the sport.

Jharkhand protests: 3 FIRs filed against 39 named, 900 unnamed people

Jharkhand protests: 3 FIRs filed against 39 named, 900 unnamed people

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Three FIRs have been lodged against 39 named and more than 900 unnamed people in connection with clashes that broke out between the police and protesting job aspirants in Jharkhand's Giridih and Hazaribag, officials said on Sunday.

Doval-Wang talks in Beijing ahead of possible Xi Jinping's India visit

Doval-Wang talks in Beijing ahead of possible Xi Jinping's India visit

Rediff.com22 hours ago

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is in Beijing for the 25th round of Special Representatives talks on the India-China boundary issue with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. These crucial discussions precede Chinese President Xi Jinping's anticipated visit to India for the BRICS summit, offering a potential opportunity for a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The talks aim to address the long-standing border dispute and recurring tensions, with both sides emphasising the importance of peace and tranquillity for bilateral relations amidst recent reports of aggressive Chinese posturing in Arunachal Pradesh.

EPL: Manchester City dig deep as Gvardiol delivers stoppage-time winner vs Bournemouth

EPL: Manchester City dig deep as Gvardiol delivers stoppage-time winner vs Bournemouth

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Manchester City began the post-Pep Guardiola era with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Bournemouth, sealed by Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time VAR-approved winner.

Blue Colts Triumph In Friendly Ahead Of AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Blue Colts Triumph In Friendly Ahead Of AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The India Under-20 men's football team secured a 1-0 victory over Yemen in their second friendly match in Bengaluru. Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam scored the decisive goal. This win comes as the Blue Colts prepare for the upcoming AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers in Uzbekistan, scheduled from August 31 to September 6.

F1: Norris claims Dutch GP glory as Antonelli extends Championship Lead

F1: Norris claims Dutch GP glory as Antonelli extends Championship Lead

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Lando Norris won a thrilling Dutch GP for McLaren's third straight Zandvoort victory, while Kimi Antonelli finished second to extend his F1 championship lead.

No rush for PM Rahman's India visit, B'desh stresses national interests

No rush for PM Rahman's India visit, B'desh stresses national interests

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Bangladesh has stated there is "no rush" for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to India, emphasising that Dhaka will not compromise its national interests. State Minister Humaiun Kobir indicated the visit would occur after sufficient bilateral progress. The visit is crucial for mending India-Bangladesh ties, which have been strained, particularly following the ouster of former PM Sheikh Hasina and Bangladesh's subsequent extradition request.

Karn Sharma bids emotional farewell, ends career with four IPL titles, 591 wickets

Karn Sharma bids emotional farewell, ends career with four IPL titles, 591 wickets

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Karn Sharma announced his retirement from competitive cricket at 38, ending a nearly two-decade career highlighted by India appearances, 591 wickets and four IPL titles.