News for 'Rediff News'

Scored 97% In MHT-CET. Which Colleges Can I Get?

Scored 97% In MHT-CET. Which Colleges Can I Get?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

rediffGURU Nagarajan JSK, a career counsellor with over 30 years of experience, addressed readers' queries and offered practical advice on how to make the right decision.

Hanuman Ansh Enters Rs 200 Crore Club, Haiwaan Flops

Hanuman Ansh Enters Rs 200 Crore Club, Haiwaan Flops

Rediff.com7 days ago

Hanuman Ansh has made a spectacular entry into the Rs 200 Crore Club, with Mirzapur also set to achieve the same milestone.

10 Movies With SECRET Connections

10 Movies With SECRET Connections

Rediff.com1 days ago

From unexpected cameos to sneaky Easter eggs, these Hindi films have quietly created some wonderfully weird cinematic universes of their own.

Drishyam: The Conclusion: From The Crime Scene To The Trailer Launch

Drishyam: The Conclusion: From The Crime Scene To The Trailer Launch

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

A nostalgic trip through Goa reveals the real locations, conversations and behind-the-scenes stories that shaped Drishyam: The Conclusion.

Will JD-U Blink On UCC In Bihar?

Will JD-U Blink On UCC In Bihar?

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Nitishji as CM never supported the UCC and publicly expressed his strong reservations over UCC.'

Why Google Picked 4 Indian Startups For Climate AI Programme

Why Google Picked 4 Indian Startups For Climate AI Programme

Rediff.com7 days ago

Google has chosen four Indian startups -- Terrastack, Varaha Climate, Farmers for Forests, and Climitra Carbon -- for its inaugural Google DeepMind Accelerator: AI for the Planet programme.

Bigg Boss 20: Just Who Is Love Gill?

Bigg Boss 20: Just Who Is Love Gill?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Lovepreet Gill, Punjabi model and actress, is making a significant impact as a strong contestant on Bigg Boss 20.

India must prioritise 'speed of doing business' for sustained growth: CII President

India must prioritise 'speed of doing business' for sustained growth: CII President

Rediff.com5 days ago

India needs to move beyond ease and cost of doing business and focus on the "speed of doing business" as the next leg of reforms to sustain economic growth and private investment, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) President R Mukundan said.

Why Residents Are Upset About Ajay Devgn's Bungalow

Why Residents Are Upset About Ajay Devgn's Bungalow

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Ajay Devgn's lease of his Juhu bungalow to a commercial salon has ignited a dispute with his housing society, which is vehemently opposing the move citing the area's residential character and potential disruptions.

Why I Refuse To Romanticise The 1980s

Why I Refuse To Romanticise The 1980s

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Some decades are worth remembering exactly as they were, unfiltered, because that's the only way the people who survived them get to be seen at all, points out Binu Alex.

Net SIP Inflows Hit Record Rs 2 Trillion

Net SIP Inflows Hit Record Rs 2 Trillion

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Net SIP inflow is calculated by subtracting redemptions from gross SIP investments.

Can Yoga Help Reduce Bloating?

Can Yoga Help Reduce Bloating?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Yoga may help improve digestion and reduce bloating by relaxing the body, reducing stress, and encouraging healthy movement of the digestive system, says rediffGURU Pushpa R, founder of Radiant Yoga Vibes.

Why Tata Motors Unveiled the Sierra Legend Series

Why Tata Motors Unveiled the Sierra Legend Series

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tata Motors has launched the Sierra Legend Series, a new line of its iconic Sierra mid-SUV, designed to democratize premium features across all variants. This strategy, dubbed "Luxury, From The Base," aims to challenge traditional industry norms by offering high-end comfort, refinement, and technology even in entry-level models, ensuring the Sierra remains a benchmark in the competitive Indian automotive market.

What Shapoorji Pallonji Mistry's Statement Says Between The Lines

What Shapoorji Pallonji Mistry's Statement Says Between The Lines

Rediff.com3 days ago

Shapoorji Pallonji Mistry's statement will be watched closely against the backdrop of the listing battle as well as the Tata leadership contest, with veto votes being cast over the reappointment of N Chandrasekaran as chairman of Tata Sons for a third term.

Bihar On Edge As Ganga Rises

Bihar On Edge As Ganga Rises

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

The Ganga continues to rise in Patna, inching closer to the danger mark and putting low-lying areas on alert.

Sanju Samson's Mindset Is His Invisible Muscle

Sanju Samson's Mindset Is His Invisible Muscle

Rediff.com5 days ago

A cricketer or sportsman must accept that there is no guarantee in sport -- only opportunities, preparation and perseverance, points out K R Nayar.

Anant Nag Credits Karnataka For Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Anant Nag Credits Karnataka For Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Rediff.com5 days ago

Anant Nag has dedicated the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024 to the people and unique cultural environment of Karnataka, crediting the state for his unparalleled success in both art and commercial films.

Why Is Colombo Still Biased Against Jaffna?

Why Is Colombo Still Biased Against Jaffna?

Rediff.com5 days ago

'The way the government behaves, sometimes I ask myself: Are not Tamils Sri Lankans too? Why do you discriminate so much?'

Let Your Favourite Ganesh Avatar Decide Your Look!

Let Your Favourite Ganesh Avatar Decide Your Look!

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Every home welcomes Ganpati in its own special way. Some idols are playful and mischievous, some look calm and peaceful, while others have a grand, regal presence.

Taapsee Or Hrithik: Who Nailed The 'Blind' Act?

Taapsee Or Hrithik: Who Nailed The 'Blind' Act?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

From forgettable turns to award-worthy performances, these actors have brought visually impaired characters to life on screen in the last decade.

The Importance Of Veer Guardian

The Importance Of Veer Guardian

Rediff.com1 days ago

The political confidence required to place high-end Japanese aircraft and personnel on Indian soil is itself a data point.
It indicates a level of trust that would have been difficult to imagine when India-Japan defence ties were largely symbolic, explains Varun Arya.

Marc Benioff Highlights India's Role In Salesforce's AI Transformation

Marc Benioff Highlights India's Role In Salesforce's AI Transformation

Rediff.com6 days ago

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has identified a significant opportunity for India as the company transitions its enterprise systems to an AI-first model. He emphasised India's crucial role, leveraging its extensive pool of technology professionals and partners, in this global technological transformation, which he likened to a "Y2K moment" for engineering.

Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday's Hair Colouring Tips

Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday's Hair Colouring Tips

Rediff.com7 days ago

Want to switch up your hair colour but not quite ready for a dramatic transformation? We get it. Here are some celeb-approved tips.

Tata Trusts Readies For Court Fight

Tata Trusts Readies For Court Fight

Rediff.com1 days ago

'It is unfortunate that the Chairman of Tata Sons, a Company renowned for setting high standards of corporate governance, is contending reappointment on such an untenable interpretation of the Articles'.

Bollywood Quiz: Know These Restaurant Scenes?

Bollywood Quiz: Know These Restaurant Scenes?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

40 Years Since The Chennai Tied Test!

40 Years Since The Chennai Tied Test!

Rediff.com3 days ago

The only previous tie had occurred at Brisbane back in December 1960 between Australia and the West Indies. In the 40 years since the Madras Test, there have been 1,583 Test matches. But there has never again been a tie.

Law And Order Review: Criminally Bad!

Law And Order Review: Criminally Bad!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Law And Order not only delivers an outdated and amateurish gangster drama, but also manages to drag Mammootty's iconic Black character into the mess.

Recipe: Shubhda's Crispy Brinjal Bhajiyas

Recipe: Shubhda's Crispy Brinjal Bhajiyas

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Monsoon Clouds+Food Cravings=Pakora Time. Yay! While onion and potato bhajiyas often steal the spotlight, a humble vegetable can make an equally delicious fritter -- the eggplant, whuch we call baingan or brinjal.

Tata Sons Boardroom Battle: Listing Decision Sparks Controversy

Tata Sons Boardroom Battle: Listing Decision Sparks Controversy

Rediff.com3 days ago

A significant boardroom battle has erupted at Tata Sons, India's largest conglomerate, following the board's decision to proceed with a public listing and extend N Chandrasekaran's tenure as executive chairman, moves opposed by Noel Tata, who represents the majority shareholder Tata Trusts.

New York Tragedy: 2 Desi Students Run Over By Train

New York Tragedy: 2 Desi Students Run Over By Train

Rediff.com7 days ago

Tragedy struck two New Jersey families with Rutgers University graduates Navam Kaul and Malaika Chitre, both 24, hit by a subway train in Manhattan.

Jyotika-Suriya Renew Wedding Vows

Jyotika-Suriya Renew Wedding Vows

Rediff.com5 days ago

Suriya and Jyotika marked their 20th wedding anniversary by renewing their vows in a touching ceremony.

Before Haiwaan, Priyadarshan's Serious Hindi Dramas, Ranked

Before Haiwaan, Priyadarshan's Serious Hindi Dramas, Ranked

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

From Virasat and Gardish to Tezz and Rangrezz, here's a look at Priyadarshan's serious side of Bollywood, ahead of his new movie Haiwaan.

'Tatas May Challenge RBI's Decision'

'Tatas May Challenge RBI's Decision'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'...but should prepare for listing unless a court grants effective interim relief.'

Monsoon Withdrawal To Begin September 19

Monsoon Withdrawal To Begin September 19

Rediff.com7 days ago

Rainfall during the monsoon season so far, from June 1 to September 13, has been 15 per cent below normal.

Why RBI Backs UPI MDR For Transactions Over Rs 2,000

Why RBI Backs UPI MDR For Transactions Over Rs 2,000

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has endorsed the introduction of a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000, effective October 15. This move, which levies a 0.4 per cent fee on merchant payments above the threshold, aims to bolster the long-term sustainability and growth of India's digital payments ecosystem. The RBI clarified that person-to-person (P2P) transactions and small person-to-merchant (P2M) payments below Rs 2,000 will remain free for users, ensuring no direct charge on customers.

Vibe Review: More Ridiculous Than Funny

Vibe Review: More Ridiculous Than Funny

Rediff.com4 days ago

Despite occasional bursts of spunky comedy, the madness simply doesn't land as expected, and the overall vibe feels off with Vibe.

Lust Stories 3 Review: Funny, Fizzy, Frivolous

Lust Stories 3 Review: Funny, Fizzy, Frivolous

Rediff.com3 days ago

Lust Stories 3 continues its tradition of offering attractively-wrapped pieces of provocation in a box. Only this time, it doesn't dwell too deep into the emotions of sex and enjoys it for what it is, discovers Sukanya Verma.

BRICS Express: Idea To Global Alliance

BRICS Express: Idea To Global Alliance

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

From four nations to a powerful 11-member bloc, here's how BRICS reshaped the global order in 27 years.

Criticism Of RBI's Swap Scheme Is Uncalled For

Criticism Of RBI's Swap Scheme Is Uncalled For

Rediff.com6 days ago

It is important to understand that the rupee's appreciation, driven by the 2013 special swap scheme, reduced India's import costs for petroleum, oil, and gold, points out Dr Ashwani Mahajan, National Co-Convenor, Swadeshi Jagaran Manch.

Finance Ministry Clarifies UPI MDR Policy Amid US Pressure Allegations

Finance Ministry Clarifies UPI MDR Policy Amid US Pressure Allegations

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Finance Ministry has refuted allegations that US pressure influenced the decision to levy a 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select UPI payments. It clarified that NPCI guidelines prioritise RuPay credit cards on UPI to foster a domestic payment ecosystem and that the MDR introduction aims to create a sustainable revenue model for smaller domestic companies, thereby protecting India's sovereignty in digital payments.