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Allu Arjun-Atlee's Raaka Sets Guinness World Record For THIS

Allu Arjun-Atlee's Raaka Sets Guinness World Record For THIS

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Allu Arjun and Atlee's Raaka has set a Guinness World Record for the Most People Motion-Captured in Real-Time, involving 37 performers simultaneously.

Beware These Insurance Sales Traps

Beware These Insurance Sales Traps

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

If a bank sold the policy, complain to its grievance cell and, if necessary, escalate the complaint to the Reserve Bank of India Ombudsman.

10 IPO Checks Before You Invest

10 IPO Checks Before You Invest

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Dig into the prospectus. Use the prospectus to understand the business and its risks.

Sakshi Chaudhary Upsets Paris Olympics Medallist At Asian Games

Sakshi Chaudhary Upsets Paris Olympics Medallist At Asian Games

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Indian boxers Sakshi Chaudhary (51kg) and Jadumani Singh (55kg) have both advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the Asian Games. Chaudhary secured an upset victory over Paris Olympics bronze-medallist Aira Villegas, while Singh dominated his opponent, Chandra Bahadur Thapa, to move into the next round.

'Married For 15 Years, Now We Don't Have Sex'

'Married For 15 Years, Now We Don't Have Sex'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

rediffGURU Anu Krishna recommends being patient, and consulting with a professional to help rebuild intimacy and strengthen communication in the marriage.

UPI MDR: 75% Of Merchants May Be Unaffected

UPI MDR: 75% Of Merchants May Be Unaffected

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

75% of India's 60 million digital-payment merchants have never recorded a transaction above 2,000.

Waiting Hai Exposes A Fraud You Didn't Know About

Waiting Hai Exposes A Fraud You Didn't Know About

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Waiting Hai exposes Indian Railways' tatkal ticket scams with .

Penelope Cruz Wore A Piece Of India At TIFF

Penelope Cruz Wore A Piece Of India At TIFF

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Penlope Cruz brought a piece of India to the Toronto International Film Festival in a breathtaking white gown that had everyone looking twice.

Airtel Money files for London IPO, IFC to buy $90 mn stake

Airtel Money files for London IPO, IFC to buy $90 mn stake

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Airtel Africa's mobile payments arm, Airtel Money, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange, with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) agreeing to purchase shares worth up to $90 million at the final offer price.

Don't Be Shy Review: CLICHED!

Don't Be Shy Review: CLICHED!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Sreeti Mukerhi's cliched coming-of-age delivers its moments of sass but never quite defines the age of confusion, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Dhoomakethu Review: Fun But Flawed Comedy

Dhoomakethu Review: Fun But Flawed Comedy

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Dhoomakethu has a fun time-loop premise, a game Sajin Gopu and some genuinely funny moments, but runs out of steam long before Kuttan can break free.

Document Bank Transactions Before IT Officials Come Knocking

Document Bank Transactions Before IT Officials Come Knocking

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

A deposit is not necessarily taxable simply because it appears in a bank account. What matters is whether its source can be satisfactorily explained.

India's BoP pressure to remain a challenge, says Chief Economic Advisor

India's BoP pressure to remain a challenge, says Chief Economic Advisor

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

India's Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran stated that the country's balance of payments (BoP) pressure is expected to remain a continuous challenge due to rising imports, commodity dependence, high global interest rates, and intense competition for capital.

Avengers: Endgame Encore: How The 4 New Crucial Scenes Set Up Doomsday

Avengers: Endgame Encore: How The 4 New Crucial Scenes Set Up Doomsday

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Avengers: Endgame Encore adds four crucial scenes that connect the old MCU to Avengers: Doomsday, from Loki's shocking return to Doctor Doom's sinister plans for the multiverse.

Katrina Is A Mom... This Is What Happened To Her Body

Katrina Is A Mom... This Is What Happened To Her Body

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

When the Internet reduced Katrina Kaif to her post-pregnancy body, it exposed how society prioritises cruel 'bounce back' ideals over genuine postpartum healing.

Fist fights in J-K Assembly as CM moves statehood resolution

Fist fights in J-K Assembly as CM moves statehood resolution

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah introduced a resolution in the assembly demanding the urgent restoration of full statehood for the union territory. The resolution, which referenced previous autonomy resolutions, led to intense protests and "ugly scenes" from opposition BJP members, resulting in the adjournment of the House. Abdullah highlighted the unfulfilled promise by the Government of India regarding statehood after delimitation and elections.

When Salman Khan Got Ganpati Rituals Wrong

When Salman Khan Got Ganpati Rituals Wrong

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Salman Khan gets the Ganpati rituals wrong, and sister Arpita Khan Sharma sweetly guides him.

Watch Shilpa Shetty Dance At Ganpati Visarjan

Watch Shilpa Shetty Dance At Ganpati Visarjan

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Shilpa Shetty danced to dhol beats during Ganpati visarjan with her family in Mumbai.

Irdai proposes phased reduction in insurer expense limits, new commission framework

Irdai proposes phased reduction in insurer expense limits, new commission framework

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has proposed a phased reduction in the expenses of management (EoM) limits for insurers, aiming to lower the overall cost of insurance and enhance returns for policyholders. The proposals also include a new framework for commissions, stricter measures against mis-selling, and mandatory cost audits.

Tax relief on insurance drives higher policy purchases, expands coverage

Tax relief on insurance drives higher policy purchases, expands coverage

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The removal of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on individual health and life insurance has led to a significant increase in new policy purchases and higher coverage levels, despite an initial surge moderating, according to industry experts.

Zoho Launches Unified AI Interface Zia Chat And Seven New Vertical SaaS Products

Zoho Launches Unified AI Interface Zia Chat And Seven New Vertical SaaS Products

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Zoho has launched Zia Chat, a unified AI interface designed to streamline business operations across various functions by providing a single conversational platform for information, lead generation, and data analysis. Concurrently, the company has expanded into vertical SaaS with seven new industry-specific applications for sectors like retail, automotive, healthcare, and education, reinforcing its position as a homegrown alternative to global tech giants.

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Hyundai Expects 8-10% H2 Sales Growth, Aims To Outpace PV Industry

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Hyundai Motor India is set to outpace the broader passenger vehicle market, projecting an 8-10 per cent domestic sales growth in H2FY27, fueled by strategic launches of a new mid-size SUV and a dedicated electric vehicle, alongside increased production capacity.

India ready for dialogue with Bangladesh on all issues, says MEA

India ready for dialogue with Bangladesh on all issues, says MEA

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India desires positive, constructive, and forward-looking ties with Bangladesh and is ready to discuss all bilateral issues. This comes amidst queries regarding the state of relations following a change in Bangladesh's government and upcoming international engagements.

'We Will Ask Customers To Pay In Cash'

'We Will Ask Customers To Pay In Cash'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

'UPI has been free since Covid, so why is the government charging us now?'

Arya Samaj certificate alone no proof of Hindu marriage, rules HC

Arya Samaj certificate alone no proof of Hindu marriage, rules HC

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that an Arya Samaj marriage certificate alone does not prove a valid Hindu marriage unless essential ceremonies under the Hindu Marriage Act are performed. This decision led to the reinstatement of an SSB officer who was dismissed for allegedly falsely declaring his marital status, as the court found no evidence of the required rituals in his disputed marriage.

Zoho Launches AI-Powered Zia Chat And Industry-Specific SaaS Solutions

Zoho Launches AI-Powered Zia Chat And Industry-Specific SaaS Solutions

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Homegrown software company Zoho has launched Zia Chat, a unified AI interface designed to streamline business operations across various functions. Alongside this, Zoho announced its entry into vertical SaaS with seven industry-specific applications for sectors like retail, automotive, healthcare, and education, reinforcing its position as a 'Swadeshi' alternative to global tech giants.

'Washington Shouldn't Threaten A Strategic Partner'

'Washington Shouldn't Threaten A Strategic Partner'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

'It is a blunt and dangerous attempt to pressure India to sign BTA on one-sided terms.'

Meet Mohammed Rafi's 'Only Official' Student

Meet Mohammed Rafi's 'Only Official' Student

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

'Manoj Kumarji had tears in his eyes after hearing my dad sing Mera Rang De Basanti Chola. He said, 'This is my voice for my desh bhakti songs".'

August IPOs Hit Jackpot With 100% Listing Gains

August IPOs Hit Jackpot With 100% Listing Gains

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Eighteen mainboard IPOs raised Rs 28,976 crore and carry Rs 2.48 trillion of market value -- 8.6 times the capital raised.

Meghna Gulzar: 'I'm A Living Example That Nepotism Doesn't Pay'

Meghna Gulzar: 'I'm A Living Example That Nepotism Doesn't Pay'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

'I'm an 'industry child' and my parents were both extremely successful in the same film industry. Yet, they were helpless to ensure my success.'

Man abducted from Samajwadi Party MP's house, rescued in 24 hours

Man abducted from Samajwadi Party MP's house, rescued in 24 hours

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Four individuals, including an aide to Samajwadi Party MP Laxmikant, alias Pappu Nishad, have been arrested in connection with the abduction of Vishal Kumar. Kumar had previously filed a complaint against the MP under the Prevention of Atrocity Act. Police rescued Vishal Kumar within 24 hours, thwarting a plan to take him to Ayodhya and kill him.

Gujarat Vs Kerala: A Tale Of Two States

Gujarat Vs Kerala: A Tale Of Two States

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Comparing the two states is comparing an apple to an orange. I ate apples for years. Then I felt I needed some citrus, and I moved to oranges. That doesn't make the apple a lesser fruit, reflects Binu Alex.

Cindy Crawford's Son Presley Gerber Dies At 27

Cindy Crawford's Son Presley Gerber Dies At 27

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Presley Gerber passed away at a rehabilitation facility, with his cause of death currently undetermined as an autopsy is pending.

'You're Not Welcome Xi': Tibetans Protest In Delhi

'You're Not Welcome Xi': Tibetans Protest In Delhi

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Members of the Tibetan community in exile held a symbolic protest march in Delhi's Majnu Ka Tila ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to India for the BRICS 2026 Summit, voicing opposition to Beijing's policies in Tibet.

6 IPOs Take Stage In Record Debut-Day Rush

6 IPOs Take Stage In Record Debut-Day Rush

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Six companies made their stock market debut on Thursday, setting a new record for the most mainboard listings on a single day since at least 1996.

World Samosa Day: 9 Samosas With Yum Stuffings

World Samosa Day: 9 Samosas With Yum Stuffings

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

India's favourite teatime indulgence, the samosa, comes with many kinds of stuffings.

What Is Driving India's Outreach To Neighbours?

What Is Driving India's Outreach To Neighbours?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

India has significantly increased its diplomatic engagements with Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and the Maldives.

Why NCP (SP) Calls UPI MDR A 'Betrayal'

Why NCP (SP) Calls UPI MDR A 'Betrayal'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

The NCP (SP) has demanded a complete rollback of the 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, effective October 15. The party termed the move a "direct assault" on small traders and shopkeepers, accusing the Modi government of "double standards" by burdening small merchants while large industrialists benefit from loan write-offs.

ED searches Jaisalmer premises over Belgian funds, proselytisation

ED searches Jaisalmer premises over Belgian funds, proselytisation

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, investigating the alleged misuse of Rs 5.10 crore in foreign donations from a non-FCRA registered Belgian entity for proselytisation activities. Two local residents are accused of receiving funds without proper registration, disguising them as educational or cultural services, and using them to influence vulnerable communities.

Blind Children Celebrate Dahi Handi

Blind Children Celebrate Dahi Handi

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Blind students at the Kamla Mehta Blind School in Dadar, north Mumbai, celebrated Janmashtami with a traditional Dahi Handi event.