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Onion, tomato and potato production may be higher in FY26

Onion, tomato and potato production may be higher in FY26

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

India's onion production is expected to rise by 19 per cent to 288.77 lakh tonne in the ongoing crop year ending June 2025, according to the agriculture ministry's latest estimate.

Kohli was 'dazed' following WC 2019 semis loss

Kohli was 'dazed' following WC 2019 semis loss

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Ravindra Jadeja and Mahendra Singh Dhoni infused life in the match. However, with Dhoni run out during the final moments of the match, India fell short of the target and was bundled out for 221 in 49.3 overs.

What helped Rohit metamorphosise into a successful Test batter

What helped Rohit metamorphosise into a successful Test batter

Rediff.com18 May 2025

'He's got the shots against the quicks, to take them on. The field is up, so Test cricket might be a honeymoon for him if he starts embracing it.'

Cop replaces bribe notes in court, blames rats, booked

Cop replaces bribe notes in court, blames rats, booked

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

A head constable has been booked for changing bribe notes in court claiming the original ones were nibbled by rats at the police station where they were stored, officials said on Sunday.

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Rahane had, on May 2, said he would never give up on his "desire and hunger" to play for India again despite being out of reckoning for the past two years.

'India-Australia Champions Trophy final,' says this Aussie legend

'India-Australia Champions Trophy final,' says this Aussie legend

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

The legendary Ricky Ponting says the quality of players and recent history make India and Australia the favourites to figure in the summit clash of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

Sensex, Nifty tank nearly 1% on selloff in banking, IT stocks

Sensex, Nifty tank nearly 1% on selloff in banking, IT stocks

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

From the Sensex pack, Zomato, HDFC Bank, Tech Mahindra, Adani Ports, Tata Consultancy Services, ICICI Bank, Sun Pharma, Larsen & Toubro, HCL Tech and ITC were the major laggards. On the other hand, Tata Motors, Nestle, Titan, Hindustan Unilever and Reliance Industries were among the gainers.

Ex Aus pacer urges overseas players to skip remainder of IPL

Ex Aus pacer urges overseas players to skip remainder of IPL

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'If I had to make a call whether to head back to India and finish the tournament, it would be an easy decision. It's a no from me. Lives and safety are the most important thing, not pay cheques.'

'Sans Kohli, Test cricket would've been far blander'

'Sans Kohli, Test cricket would've been far blander'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Test cricket would have been a "far blander place" without Kohli: Vaughan

Zomato, Swiggy hike platform fee in certain cities

Zomato, Swiggy hike platform fee in certain cities

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Online food delivery platforms Zomato and Swiggy have hiked platform fee in certain cities in the midst of festive season. The two rivals are now charging Rs 10 as platform fee in the national capital.

Should Rahane, Pujara Be Recalled For England?

Should Rahane, Pujara Be Recalled For England?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

In India's previpus tours of England, Rahane and Pujara have amassed 864 and 870 runs in 16 Test matches, respectively.

'ICC Stands For Indian Cricket Board'

'ICC Stands For Indian Cricket Board'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'If tomorrow India says there should be no no-balls or wide balls, the ICC will find a way to make it happen.'

Before Hina Khan Became A Bride...

Before Hina Khan Became A Bride...

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

As the beautiful and brave actor has shared lovely pictures of her wedding, we dug into our archives and found these beautiful moments when Hina Khan became a bride on and off the ramp.

India's 2030 CWG bid: 'Is it to really develop sports or...?'

India's 2030 CWG bid: 'Is it to really develop sports or...?'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Edwin Moses questions India's intent to bid for 2030 CWG.

'Sanjay Gandhi Was On The Verge Of Throwing Out Indira'

'Sanjay Gandhi Was On The Verge Of Throwing Out Indira'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

'According to JP, Indira Gandhi was not much of a danger to democracy. He said, it was Sanjay Gandhi and his gang.'

Cabinet clears Union Budget 2024-25

Cabinet clears Union Budget 2024-25

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday approved the full Budget for 2024-25, sources said.

Viewers will leave the IPL to watch PSL, claims Hasan Ali

Viewers will leave the IPL to watch PSL, claims Hasan Ali

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Even though IPL is widely regarded as the top T20 tournament worldwide, Hasan is optimistic that despite the scheduling clash, viewers will prefer to watch PSL if the players up the ante and perform better.

Sensex, Nifty rebound on buying in Infosys, HDFC Bank

Sensex, Nifty rebound on buying in Infosys, HDFC Bank

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Among Sensex shares, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Sun Pharmaceutical, Bajaj Finserv, HCL Technologies, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank, IndusInd Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the gainers. Tata Motors, PowerGrid, Axis Bank, State Bank of India, NTPC, Tata Steel and Adani Ports were the major laggards.

Sensex, Nifty surge nearly 2% on buying in financial, IT stocks

Sensex, Nifty surge nearly 2% on buying in financial, IT stocks

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

From 30 Sensex shares, Bajaj Finserv jumped nearly 8 per cent while Bajaj Finance soared over 6 per cent. Maruti, Titan, Mahindra, Mahindra & Mahindra, Infosys, HCL Tech, Zomato, UltraTech Cement and Kotak Mahindra Bank were the other major gainers. Sun Pharma emerged as the only laggard.

Dayanidhi Maran accuses brother Kalanidhi of 'financial crimes'

Dayanidhi Maran accuses brother Kalanidhi of 'financial crimes'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's Lok Sabha MP Dayanidhi Maran has accused his brother Kalanithi Maran of "financial crimes," and asked him to restore the entire shareholding position of Sun TV and related companies to their original state or face legal and regulatory action.

Like Janhvi's Black Dress?

Like Janhvi's Black Dress?

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Janhvi Kapoor pays homage to Yves Saint Laurent.

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Speaking to PTI, Lamb also spoke passionately about his playing days with Kapil Dev in County cricket and why he rates Sachin Tendulkar over Sunil Gavaskar and Virat Kohli.

Janhvi In Traditional Indian Jewels At Cannes

Janhvi In Traditional Indian Jewels At Cannes

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Janhvi's look was styled by cousin Rhea Kapoor.

Tariff threats spook markets; Sensex tanks 1414 points

Tariff threats spook markets; Sensex tanks 1414 points

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Mahindra & Mahindra, Bharti Airtel, Infosys, Tata Motors, Titan, Tata Consultancy Services, Nestle and Maruti were also among the major laggards. HDFC Bank emerged as the only gainer from the pack.

'Declare Vizhinjam Shipwreck A National Disaster'

'Declare Vizhinjam Shipwreck A National Disaster'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'It concerns the sea and the security of the nation. What has happened is a big tragedy.'

Sensex sinks below 75K on weak US markets, FII outflows

Sensex sinks below 75K on weak US markets, FII outflows

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Falling for the fifth day in a row on Monday, equity benchmark BSE Sensex tumbled over 1 per cent to drop below the crucial 75,000 level, tracking a US market trend and unabated foreign fund outflows amid concerns over US tariffs. The 30-share BSE benchmark tanked 856.65 points or 1.14 per cent to settle at 74,454.41. During the day, it plummeted 923.62 points or 1.22 per cent to 74,387.44.

Mehul Choksi detained in Belgium on India's extradition request

Mehul Choksi detained in Belgium on India's extradition request

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Absconding diamond jeweller Mehul Choksi has been detained in Belgium following an extradition request by Indian probe agencies for his alleged involvement in the Rs 13,000 crore PNB bank loan 'fraud' case, official sources said Monday. The action against the diamantaire was taken on Saturday.

Depleted resources, but Aus know how to succeed: Warner

Depleted resources, but Aus know how to succeed: Warner

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Regular captain Pat Cummins, fellow quick Josh Hazlewood and all-rounder Mitch Marsh have been ruled out with injuries, while Marcus Stoinis withdrew himself after his shock decision to quit ODIs on Thursday.

Markets crash 1.6%; Sensex tanked 1,258 points

Markets crash 1.6%; Sensex tanked 1,258 points

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

From the 30-share blue-chip pack, Tata Steel, NTPC, Kotak Mahindra Bank, IndusInd Bank, Power Grid, Zomato, Adani Ports, Asian Paints, Mahindra & Mahindra and Reliance Industries were among the biggest laggards. Titan and Sun Pharma were the only gainers.

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'If you watch songs like Acha Ji Main Haari Chalo Maan Jao Na, Lag Ja Gale or Jhumka Gira Re, you'll notice they're not just a distraction. There's a story unfolding within them.'

Shaunak Sen's Shocking Reveal

Shaunak Sen's Shocking Reveal

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

'October end, during a checkup for an autoimmune thing I got a shock diagnosis: a routine scan revealed a small malignant tumour in the kidney. Utter bolt from the blue.'

Inflation cools to 6-year low of 3.16% in April

Inflation cools to 6-year low of 3.16% in April

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Retail inflation eased to a nearly six-year low of 3.16 per cent in April mainly due to subdued prices of vegetables, fruits, pulses, and other protein-rich items, creating enough room for the Reserve Bank to go for another round of rate cut in the June monetary policy review. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) based inflation was 3.34 per cent in March and 4.83 per cent in April 2024. It was 3.15 per cent in July 2019.

Higher competitive pressures to cap DMart's margins in near term

Higher competitive pressures to cap DMart's margins in near term

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The stock of India's largest listed pure-play retail company, Avenue Supermarts (DMart), has slipped over 10 per cent from its monthly highs. A weak operational performance in the fourth quarter (January-March) of financial year 2024-25 (Q4FY25) and muted near-term outlook due to intense competitive pressures and higher costs could lead to downward momentum on the stock. While the stock dipped by 3.44 per cent in early trade on Monday, it recovered a bit to close 1.07 per cent lower at 4,017.

I enjoy my battles with Virat Kohli: Starc

I enjoy my battles with Virat Kohli: Starc

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'He's no doubt scored a fair few runs against me so it's always a good contest and one we both enjoy.'

Do Actors Make Successful Directors?

Do Actors Make Successful Directors?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

As Hrithik Roshan announces his plans to turn direct films, one looks forward to an altogether different grammar coming into action.

Shashi Ruia, co-founder of Essar group, passes away

Shashi Ruia, co-founder of Essar group, passes away

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Essar Group co-founder Shashi Ruia has died after a prolonged illness. He was 80.

Gambhir Calls Kohli 'Shahenshah'!

Gambhir Calls Kohli 'Shahenshah'!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Sachin was Dabang, Dada was Tiger, Dravid was Mr Perfectionist...

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'They wanted the city to be a great business hub. They didn't like the fact that taxes collected in Bombay would go outside the city.'

Women, Your Birth Number Can Help You Succeed

Women, Your Birth Number Can Help You Succeed

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

By understanding the elements that rule your birth number, you can learn how to enhance your professional journey, improve your work life and grow in your career.

In-form Neymar gets Brazil recall for WC qualifiers

In-form Neymar gets Brazil recall for WC qualifiers

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Brazil, who are fifth in the CONMEBOL table with 18 points from 12 games, host Colombia on March 21 and visit Argentina five days later in a match that could see Neymar come up against former Barcelona and Paris St Germain teammate Lionel Messi.