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Electric scooters set to dominate India's two-wheeler market by 2037, outpacing motorcycles

Electric scooters set to dominate India's two-wheeler market by 2037, outpacing motorcycles

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's two-wheeler market is on the cusp of a significant transformation, with electric scooters projected to surpass motorcycles in volume terms within the next decade, driven by urbanisation, increased female workforce participation, and the accelerating shift towards electrification, according to an Equirus Securities report.

Study Finds AI Chatbots Provide Inaccurate Health Advice

Study Finds AI Chatbots Provide Inaccurate Health Advice

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A new study reveals that AI chatbots often provide inaccurate and incomplete medical information, raising concerns about their use in healthcare communication.

Randeep Hooda-Lin Laishram Reveal Daughter's Name

Randeep Hooda-Lin Laishram Reveal Daughter's Name

Rediff.com4 days ago

Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram, have announced the name of their newborn daughter as Nyomica, a name signifying 'Divine Grace, Freedom and limitless, like the sky'.

Nitish Kumar To Step Down On Tuesday; BJP's CM To Be Announced

Nitish Kumar To Step Down On Tuesday; BJP's CM To Be Announced

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Shivraj Chauhan is coming with a secret slip in which the next chief minister's name is mentioned, it will be known on Tuesday.'

Clean Energy Jobs To Triple By 2030

Clean Energy Jobs To Triple By 2030

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Jobs in the clean-energy sector are projected to reach 905,000, while energy efficiency-related jobs are expected to surge to 428,700 by 2029-2030.

'Nehru And Patel Were Like Jai And Veeru'

'Nehru And Patel Were Like Jai And Veeru'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Gandhi was Thakur and Gabbar was Jinnah.'

Indian Police Uncover Rs 77 Crore Cyber Fraud Operation Linked to Dubai

Indian Police Uncover Rs 77 Crore Cyber Fraud Operation Linked to Dubai

Rediff.com2 days ago

Gujarat police have dismantled a Rs 77 crore cyber fraud operation with links to 375 cases nationwide, arresting 16 individuals and uncovering international connections.

NCW Intervenes in Alleged Domestic Violence Suicide in Maharashtra

NCW Intervenes in Alleged Domestic Violence Suicide in Maharashtra

Rediff.com4 days ago

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of a report regarding a woman's alleged suicide in Maharashtra due to prolonged domestic violence, directing the state police chief to ensure the immediate arrest of the accused and a thorough investigation.

Bengali Recipes: Kolkata Mutton Biryani, Jackfruit Kofta

Bengali Recipes: Kolkata Mutton Biryani, Jackfruit Kofta

Rediff.com5 days ago

Bengali cuisine is known for its delicate balance of flavours, subtle use of spices, and a deep respect for fresh, seasonal ingredients.

'World Is Out There To Stop Us From Saying What We Want To Say'

'World Is Out There To Stop Us From Saying What We Want To Say'

Rediff.com17 hours ago

'The people who are outraging, they don't have any substantial argument. They are enraging over manufactured memes and manufactured figures.'

Dr Ambedkar's Legacy Through Stamps

Dr Ambedkar's Legacy Through Stamps

Rediff.com1 days ago

Dr B R Ambedkar's legacy has been honoured repeatedly through India's postal history, with stamps capturing his role as the architect of the Constitution and a champion of social justice.

Asha Bhosle: 'I Am Unable To Trust Anyone'

Asha Bhosle: 'I Am Unable To Trust Anyone'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'When you reach a good point in your life, you should never forget the struggle that got you there. I haven't. That is why I have not become swollen-headed.'

India's Republic Faces Ambedkar Test

India's Republic Faces Ambedkar Test

Rediff.com1 days ago

'A genuine tribute to Dr Ambedkar does not lie in selective invocation. It lies in asking a harder question: Is the Constitution still doing its job -- restraining even assertive majorities?' asks Manoj Mohanka.

Artemis II Captures Stunning Moon Journey

Artemis II Captures Stunning Moon Journey

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

NASA's Artemis II crew offers a rare look at Earth shrinking into space and the Moon coming into view during humanity's return to deep space.

GST rationalisation, equity volatility to hit insurers' Q4FY26 profitability

GST rationalisation, equity volatility to hit insurers' Q4FY26 profitability

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian insurance companies are bracing for reduced profitability in Q4FY26, primarily due to the rationalisation of GST on retail life and health policies, leading to a loss of input tax credit, coupled with volatility in equity markets impacting investment income.

Ginny Wedss Sunny 2: Avinash Tiwary-Medha Shankr Bet on Their 'Bawaal' Film

Ginny Wedss Sunny 2: Avinash Tiwary-Medha Shankr Bet on Their 'Bawaal' Film

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 actor Avinash Tiwary and Medha Shankr are optimistic about their film's appeal to family audiences, addressing the current scarcity of family-friendly Hindi cinema.

What Makes Ranveer Singh India's Blockbuster Star

What Makes Ranveer Singh India's Blockbuster Star

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

With the twin blockbusters of Dhurandhar, which have resulted in over Rs 2,000 crore (Rs 20 billion) coming in, Ranveer Singh has proved himself all over again.

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

Rediff.com1 days ago

This is a franchise built on resilience and has often stumbled but risen with a vengeance, fiercer and hungrier. The question is: when will that happen, and why did it not start from their home ground?

Hariharan On Asha Bhosle: 'She Was Superhuman'

Hariharan On Asha Bhosle: 'She Was Superhuman'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'She was the greatest master and the greatest student of music.'

Modern Marriage: 'I Married My Best Friend. We Sleep In Separate Bedrooms'

Modern Marriage: 'I Married My Best Friend. We Sleep In Separate Bedrooms'

Rediff.com6 days ago

In this new series on modern marriages, Payal* tells Divya Nair how she coped with the unexpected challenges that followed her impulsive marriage to her best friend.

Fadnavis On Asha Bhosle: 'Her Voice Was The Soul Of Music'

Fadnavis On Asha Bhosle: 'Her Voice Was The Soul Of Music'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Asha Bhosle, honouring her as an unparalleled versatile artist whose passing marks a significant loss for Indian and global music.

Foreign Universities Offer Rs 1,000 Cr Scholarships

Foreign Universities Offer Rs 1,000 Cr Scholarships

Rediff.com1 days ago

The scholarships are expected to support both merit- and need-based categories, including students from non-metro regions and those enrolling in high-demand disciplines such as AI and other STEM fields.

TReDS Platforms Poised for Growth as Government Mandates PSU Invoice Payments

TReDS Platforms Poised for Growth as Government Mandates PSU Invoice Payments

Rediff.com2 days ago

A government mandate requiring central public sector enterprises to use the Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) for settling small business invoices is expected to significantly increase volumes on these platforms.

Toaster Review: Rajkummar Rao Can't Save This Unfunny Comedy

Toaster Review: Rajkummar Rao Can't Save This Unfunny Comedy

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Toaster is neither a laugh-out-loud comedy nor the kind of satire you would expect from a premise like this, notes Mayur Sanap.

Recipe: Deepa And Ashish's Umame Edamame

Recipe: Deepa And Ashish's Umame Edamame

Rediff.com6 days ago

Edamame like you have never had before.

CBDT Urged to Issue Master Circular

CBDT Urged to Issue Master Circular

Rediff.com2 days ago

'In practical terms, a Master Circular is not merely desirable; it is a necessary transition tool to ensure that the promise of simplification under the Income-Tax Act, 2025, is fully realised.'

Ananya Panday, Ranveer Singh, Salman Khan Party Together

Ananya Panday, Ranveer Singh, Salman Khan Party Together

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Bolly celebs who arrived solo at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre's third anniversary celebration in Mumbai.

Geopolitical Tensions, Inflation Drive Foreign Investors to Sell Indian Equities

Geopolitical Tensions, Inflation Drive Foreign Investors to Sell Indian Equities

Rediff.com3 days ago

Foreign investors have aggressively sold off Indian equities, withdrawing over 48,213 crore in the first 10 days of April, following a record 1.17 lakh crore outflow in March, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, rising crude oil prices, and global inflation concerns.

Suffering From 'Tech Neck'? These Exercises Can Help

Suffering From 'Tech Neck'? These Exercises Can Help

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan offers advice on how to take care of your overall health.

Unscramble The Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com7 days ago

Have fun with this fun jigsaw!

Iran War Hits Kerala Tourism Hard

Iran War Hits Kerala Tourism Hard

Rediff.com19 hours ago

'We have lost 70-80 per cent of our business from foreign guests.'

Why Insurance Claims Get Rejected

Why Insurance Claims Get Rejected

Rediff.com20 hours ago

'Many policyholders do not understand that non-medical expenses, cosmetic treatments, and certain other procedures are not covered by health insurance policies.'

Beautiful Moments From Asha Bhosle's Superstar Life

Beautiful Moments From Asha Bhosle's Superstar Life

Rediff.com3 days ago

Snapshots from Asha Bhosle's life.

How Many Crorepatis Are Fighting Kerala Polls?

How Many Crorepatis Are Fighting Kerala Polls?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Crorepati Candidates: Congress (61). BJP (52). CPM (52).

The Luv Kush Factor: Why BJP Picked Samrat Choudhary

The Luv Kush Factor: Why BJP Picked Samrat Choudhary

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The BJP will use Samrat Choudhary to make a dent into Nitish Kumar's traditional social support base of Kurmi and Koeri/Kushwaha communities.

Want To Study In Japan On A Scholarship?

Want To Study In Japan On A Scholarship?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Japan is looking for 1,000 postgraduate students, PhD scholars, and postdoctoral researchers from India for funded research opportunities at Japanese institutions.

MP woman conspires with lover to kill husband

MP woman conspires with lover to kill husband

Rediff.com3 days ago

A woman in Madhya Pradesh's Bhind district allegedly conspired with her lover to murder her husband, staging the crime as a robbery. Both the woman and her lover have been arrested, while another suspect remains at large.

Hospital Stocks Poised for Strong Growth Despite West Asia War Worries

Hospital Stocks Poised for Strong Growth Despite West Asia War Worries

Rediff.com1 days ago

Despite initial pressure from the West Asia conflict, analysts are optimistic about the Indian hospital sector's outlook, citing strong demand drivers and ongoing expansion plans that are expected to fuel significant revenue growth over the next few years.

10 Sequels That Replaced the Lead Cast

10 Sequels That Replaced the Lead Cast

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Explore the interesting trend in Bollywood where popular film franchises opt for entirely new lead casts in their sequels.

Dhurandhar The Revenge 1st Film To Cross Rs 1,000 Cr

Dhurandhar The Revenge 1st Film To Cross Rs 1,000 Cr

Rediff.com5 days ago

Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar The Revenge has made cinematic history by becoming the first Indian film to achieve a staggering Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) in nett collections, exclusively from its Hindi version within India.