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Why Atul Wassan Sees Sachin In Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Why Atul Wassan Sees Sachin In Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Former India pacer Atul Wassan sees shades of a young Sachin Tendulkar in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying the teenager's maturity, audacity and fearless approach remind him of the batting great's early days during India's 1989 tour of Pakistan.

India's GST Collections Climb 3.2% to Rs 1.94 Lakh Crore in May

India's GST Collections Climb 3.2% to Rs 1.94 Lakh Crore in May

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

India's gross GST collections increased by 3.2 per cent to over Rs 1.94 lakh crore in May, driven by improved supplies of goods and services and a continued expansion in collections from imports.

GST 2.0 guidelines fail to resolve refund delays for large taxpayers

GST 2.0 guidelines fail to resolve refund delays for large taxpayers

Rediff.com6 days ago

Despite the Centre's GST 2.0 guidelines aiming to facilitate provisional refunds within seven days for low-risk cases, many large taxpayers are still encountering significant delays in obtaining Goods and Services Tax (GST) refunds under the inverted duty structure (IDS), with experts citing inconsistent state-level scrutiny and subjective interpretations.

What Joint Account Holders Must Know

What Joint Account Holders Must Know

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Read all account documents, ask questions, and conduct basic due diligence before agreeing to become a joint holder.

Caste Census: 'Government Is Scared Of The Numbers

Caste Census: 'Government Is Scared Of The Numbers

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Once the numbers come out, they fear that the OBCs would start to demand, and articulate what they are lacking, why they are lacking and what should be done to go forward.'

Smallcap Schemes Lead Mutual Fund Rally

Smallcap Schemes Lead Mutual Fund Rally

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Most actively-managed equity mutual fund schemes outperformed their benchmarks despite volatility across domestic equity markets during the past year.

Why Slow Travel Is The Best Kind Of Holiday

Why Slow Travel Is The Best Kind Of Holiday

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

There are rewards in the gentle rhythm of travelling with elders. You can actually unwind, relax and chill. You will not need a holiday to recover from the holiday when you return home!

Kidnapping Cases Surge Over Million

Kidnapping Cases Surge Over Million

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Abduction remains the most common motive, accounting for more than half of kidnapping cases, followed by abduction of women for marriage.

The Flight Had Landed. Where Had My Mother Gone?

The Flight Had Landed. Where Had My Mother Gone?

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A few frantic calls later, the answer emerged: She had missed her connecting flight in London. Not because she was late. Not because she couldn't walk fast enough. She had simply gone to the wrong gate, sat down, and waited.

New Covid-Like Virus Found In Bats

New Covid-Like Virus Found In Bats

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Scientists stress there is currently no evidence of human infections, or community spread linked to the virus.

Bank Frauds Drop, Losses Soar

Bank Frauds Drop, Losses Soar

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The highest number of frauds was reported under the card, Internet, and digital payments categories in FY24 and FY25. 'Advances' accounted for the largest share (85.5 per cent) in FY26.

Rupee Fall Hits Study Abroad Dreams

Rupee Fall Hits Study Abroad Dreams

Rediff.com5 days ago

Compared with a year ago, the effective cost of studying abroad for Indian students has increased by roughly 10%-12% due to currency depreciation and rising living costs.

'Mamata Banerjee's Life Is In Danger Inside Her Home'

'Mamata Banerjee's Life Is In Danger Inside Her Home'

Rediff.com20 hours ago

'Those who have drained Mamata Banerjee's blood -- they are the ones calling us traitors.'

Rupee Fall Exposes India's Economic Weakness

Rupee Fall Exposes India's Economic Weakness

Rediff.com27 May 2026

We who were dreaming of being the third largest economy in dollar terms, have slid back to sixth, thanks to the falling rupee. We are moving about with begging bowls for investments and trade opportunities, which will be a while in materialising, if ever, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

'If We Hadn't Passed An Order Against Ranveer...'

'If We Hadn't Passed An Order Against Ranveer...'

Rediff.com27 May 2026

'If we had not passed an order against Ranveer Singh, the film industry would have collapsed.'

Padma Awards: Hema Malini Gets Emotional

Padma Awards: Hema Malini Gets Emotional

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Dharmendra, Prosenjit Chatterjee and Arvind Vaidya were honoured with the Padma awards on Monday.

Three Cyber Fraudsters Arrested In Nuh Sextortion Case

Three Cyber Fraudsters Arrested In Nuh Sextortion Case

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Nuh Police have arrested three alleged cyber fraudsters involved in sextortion and online fraud through fake messages. Police also recovered fake SIM cards, mobile phones, and digital data related to cyber fraud from their possession.

Back To Back Failures: Questions Are Mounting Over ISRO's PSLV Programme

Back To Back Failures: Questions Are Mounting Over ISRO's PSLV Programme

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A high-level committee investigating the failures of ISRO's PSLV rockets, which have impacted strategic satellite missions, has yet to release its report and recommendations, raising concerns about the future of the ageing launch vehicle.

'Indians Have The Worst Metabolism, Diets High In Refined Carbs'

'Indians Have The Worst Metabolism, Diets High In Refined Carbs'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Refined carbohydrates are the quiet troublemaker in our diet.' 'We eat plenty of calories, but not enough nutrition.'

Why Gen Z Is Choosing Arranged Marriage

Why Gen Z Is Choosing Arranged Marriage

Rediff.com28 May 2026

'It's not arranged vs love marriage anymore. It's about meeting the right person through a system that actually works for you.'

GST Returns May Lose Edit Option

GST Returns May Lose Edit Option

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Businesses may eventually have to file returns largely based on invoices uploaded by suppliers, with limited scope for manual changes.

Panagariya: Don't Fear Rs 100 Dollar

Panagariya: Don't Fear Rs 100 Dollar

Rediff.com22 May 2026

'100 is just a number, like 99 and 101.'

AI Search Reshapes Google's Future

AI Search Reshapes Google's Future

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Google's AI Search marks a shift from information discovery to information delivery.

Sebi May Allow Salary In MFs

Sebi May Allow Salary In MFs

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Investments under the framework would remain voluntary for employees.

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

Rediff.com20 May 2026

'Once the currency goes out of the hand, then possibly your major challenge is that it will not come back.'

The 24-Year-Old Designer Behind Masoom Minawala's Cannes Look

The 24-Year-Old Designer Behind Masoom Minawala's Cannes Look

Rediff.com26 May 2026

An Instagram message changed everything for Anushka Sanghvi. Fresh out of the London College of Fashion, she is now set to launch her own label after designing Masoom Minawala's standout Cannes look.

Indian Techies Face Green Card Uncertainty

Indian Techies Face Green Card Uncertainty

Rediff.com25 May 2026

This could come as a setback to thousands of Indian engineers who have waited for years for their work visas to pave the way for the coveted Green Card.

He Has Covered 16 Cricket World Cups!

He Has Covered 16 Cricket World Cups!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

'Even if you say that I have lost faith in cricket, all games are fixed. But where is the proof? Nobody has the proof.'

Medical Tourism Revenues Grow Despite Conflicts

Medical Tourism Revenues Grow Despite Conflicts

Rediff.com26 May 2026

While the West Asia conflict has led to a drop in patient footfalls, hospitals are seeing higher realisations as international patients increasingly travel for complex, high-end procedures.

What Investors Should Know About SIFs

What Investors Should Know About SIFs

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Investors can begin investing in mutual funds with as little as Rs 100.

Heard About NPS' RIS Scheme For Your Parents?

Heard About NPS' RIS Scheme For Your Parents?

Rediff.com27 May 2026

RIS Steady Life Cycle begins with an equity allocation of 35 per cent at age 60, which gradually reduces. Between ages 75 and 85, it remains constant at 10 per cent.

Delhi Police Arrests Consultant In Immigration Fraud Case

Delhi Police Arrests Consultant In Immigration Fraud Case

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested an immigration consultant accused of defrauding a woman of approximately Rs 1.83 crore by falsely promising Canadian immigration through a business investment programme.

Cyberbullying Pushes New School Policy

Cyberbullying Pushes New School Policy

Rediff.com15 May 2026

'Cyberbullying has become extremely worrisome now, with several complaints being received from schools.'

Inside B-Town's Glam World: Tanya Ghavri Spills Some Styling Secrets

Inside B-Town's Glam World: Tanya Ghavri Spills Some Styling Secrets

Rediff.com29 May 2026

"Clothes speak volumes before you do," says celebrity stylist Tanya Ghavri, who believes elegance matters more than virality.

DRDO Scientist's Bail Rejected Over Sensitive Info Leak

DRDO Scientist's Bail Rejected Over Sensitive Info Leak

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has denied bail to retired DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar, arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information with a Pakistani intelligence operative, citing the passing of vital information during intimate chats and the potential to influence witnesses.

DII holdings in Nifty 500 hit record 20.9%, FPIs' slid to a new low in Q4

DII holdings in Nifty 500 hit record 20.9%, FPIs' slid to a new low in Q4

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) have significantly increased their holdings in Nifty 500 companies, reaching a record 20.9 per cent by the end of March, while Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) reduced their ownership to an all-time low of 17.1 per cent, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

'This Is How The Indian Air Force Will Fight Going Forward'

'This Is How The Indian Air Force Will Fight Going Forward'

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The IAF's future operational concepts could involve indigenous Tejas combat aircraft coordinating in real time with multiple Ghatak RPSAs, each carrying a different mission payload ranging from electronic warfare systems and targeting sensors to precision munitions.

Sanjiv Bajaj: 'Fortunately, We've More Companies Than Family Members'

Sanjiv Bajaj: 'Fortunately, We've More Companies Than Family Members'

Rediff.com23 May 2026

'We strongly believe that anyone with capability and a strong work ethic should have a chance at the top job.'

India To Have 313 Billionaires By 2031

India To Have 313 Billionaires By 2031

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The country's billionaire count rose 58 per cent over the past five years to 207 in 2026.

Are You Ready For Shekhar Suman 2.0?

Are You Ready For Shekhar Suman 2.0?

Rediff.com12 May 2026

'Shekhar Tonite will critique the government, but it will not hit out. The show will nudge and point out what can be done better to bring change.'