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Defective Fingerprint See Sharp Drop

Defective Fingerprint See Sharp Drop

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

The National Automated Fingerprint Identification System database expanded from 3.2 million records in 2012 to 11.2 million.

UP headmistress suspended for brandishing knife, cleaver at school

UP headmistress suspended for brandishing knife, cleaver at school

Rediff.com3 days ago

A government primary school headmistress in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, was suspended and an FIR registered against her after she allegedly brandished a knife and cleaver on school premises. The incident, which was captured on video, led to an inquiry. The teacher claimed she carried the weapons for personal safety, while her husband suggested mental health issues.

3 commuters injured in brawl over seating on Mumbai local train

3 commuters injured in brawl over seating on Mumbai local train

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three passengers sustained injuries in a brawl over a seating dispute on an Ambernath-bound local train in Thane district, Maharashtra. The altercation, which occurred shortly after midnight, involved a metal bangle causing head injuries, not a sharp weapon. Separately, a mentally unstable man was apprehended at Kurla station for causing panic with a wooden stick.

Mojtaba Khamenei's face disfigured but 'mentally sharp': Report

Mojtaba Khamenei's face disfigured but 'mentally sharp': Report

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Iran's Supreme Leader, is reportedly recovering from injuries sustained in an attack. Reports indicate he is participating in meetings and decision-making despite his condition.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Tumble, HDFC Bank, Oil Spike Hurt Sentiments

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Tumble, HDFC Bank, Oil Spike Hurt Sentiments

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant tumble in early trade, primarily driven by heavy selling in HDFC Bank following its quarterly earnings and a sharp spike in Brent crude oil prices due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran. Track Sensex, Nifty

HDFC Bank shares tank over 5% as Q1 earnings disappoint on margin front

HDFC Bank shares tank over 5% as Q1 earnings disappoint on margin front

Rediff.com1 days ago

HDFC Bank shares plummeted over 5 per cent, wiping out Rs 64,685 crore from its market valuation, after its June quarter earnings disappointed investors, particularly on the net interest margin (NIM) front.

Why Is Everyone Talking About Sahiba Bali?

Why Is Everyone Talking About Sahiba Bali?

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Sahiba Bali has mastered the art of looking like the happiest person in the room.

Indian Markets Tumble as West Asia Tensions Drive Oil Prices Higher

Indian Markets Tumble as West Asia Tensions Drive Oil Prices Higher

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn as escalating tensions in West Asia led to a sharp surge in crude oil prices, coupled with fresh foreign fund outflows and a weakening rupee.

Is Oil Price Spike Derailing FPI Comeback?

Is Oil Price Spike Derailing FPI Comeback?

Rediff.com4 days ago

FPIs have already withdrawn Rs 2.6 trillion from Indian equities in 2026, exceeding the outflows recorded in any previous full calendar year.

Smartphone Prices Set for Sharp Surge

Smartphone Prices Set for Sharp Surge

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Manufacturers are planning a hike of over 15 per cent in the second quarter of calendar year 2026, as memory prices shoot through the roof.

Global Markets Reel as US-Iran Tensions Escalate, Crude Oil Prices Jump

Global Markets Reel as US-Iran Tensions Escalate, Crude Oil Prices Jump

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty plummeted over 2 per cent following US President Donald Trump's declaration that the interim agreement with Iran is 'over', which led to a sharp rally in crude oil prices and heightened geopolitical tensions.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Slump on West Asia Tensions, Oil Price Rise

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Slump on West Asia Tensions, Oil Price Rise

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant slump in early trade, driven by escalating tensions in West Asia and a sharp rise in crude oil prices, alongside a bearish trend in other Asian markets.

Gold ETF Investors Face Sharp Losses

Gold ETF Investors Face Sharp Losses

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Analysts say long-term investors may still benefit, but recommend limiting bullion exposure to around 10 per cent.

International gains revive appetite for global MFs

International gains revive appetite for global MFs

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

International mutual fund schemes have seen a significant resurgence in investor interest, attracting approximately Rs 7,600 crore in net inflows over the past year, a stark reversal from previous outflows, driven by their strong outperformance against domestic markets and limited AI-linked investment opportunities in India.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound in Early Trade Amid FII Inflows, Blue-Chip Buying

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound in Early Trade Amid FII Inflows, Blue-Chip Buying

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Thursday, recovering from a sharp fall in the previous session, driven by foreign fund inflows and buying in key blue-chip stocks. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 9, 2026.

Moto G77 Power: Price, Features...

Moto G77 Power: Price, Features...

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Motorola has expanded its G-series lineup in India with the launch of the Moto G77 Power, a smartphone designed for users who prioritise battery life and reliable everyday performance.

Net direct tax revenue rises 16.4%

Net direct tax revenue rises 16.4%

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's net direct tax collections have surged by 16.4 per cent year-on-year to 6.51 trillion as of July 13, primarily driven by robust growth in corporate tax receipts, according to provisional data from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT).

Flows return to gold, silver ETFs as correction brings back shine

Flows return to gold, silver ETFs as correction brings back shine

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Investor interest in precious metal exchange-traded funds (ETFs) rebounded sharply in June, with silver ETFs attracting an estimated 4,900 crore and gold ETFs around 2,900 crore in net inflows, following a significant correction in gold and silver prices.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra Is Here: 200 MP Leica Camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Xiaomi 17 Ultra Is Here: 200 MP Leica Camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Rediff.com3 days ago

Xiaomi 17 Ultra combines a large 6.9-inch HyperRGB OLED display, a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and a Leica-engineered camera system.

Farokh Engineer remembers Garry Sobers, the cricketer who never lost his wit

Farokh Engineer remembers Garry Sobers, the cricketer who never lost his wit

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sir Garfield Sobers' wit was as effortless as his genius with bat and ball. Farokh Engineer recalled one such unforgettable moment on a golf course in Australia when the West Indies legend, watching Sunil Gavaskar repeatedly top the ball, quipped: "This is one game where you are allowed to hit the ball in the air."

'What Logic Is There?': Gambhir's Decisions Face Heat

'What Logic Is There?': Gambhir's Decisions Face Heat

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Following India's disappointing limited-overs tour of the UK, head coach Gautam Gambhir and the team management are facing intense scrutiny over selection decisions, particularly the omission of Kuldeep Yadav in the third ODI. Former cricketer Sadagoppan Ramesh criticised the team's logic, while also praising Rohit Sharma's century under pressure. The tour has sparked broader discussions about team selections and optimal talent utilisation.

Puri Rath Yatra: Lord Jagannath's missing floral crown sparks row

Puri Rath Yatra: Lord Jagannath's missing floral crown sparks row

Rediff.com3 days ago

A controversy has erupted in Odisha after Lord Jagannath's idol was moved from the Puri temple to the chariot during the Rath Yatra without its traditional 'Tahia' floral headgear, leading to strong criticism from opposition parties BJD and Congress against the BJP government.

HDFC Bank, Axis Bank drag Sensex down amid margin concerns, US-Iran tensions

HDFC Bank, Axis Bank drag Sensex down amid margin concerns, US-Iran tensions

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower due to significant selling in HDFC Bank and Axis Bank shares, driven by margin-related concerns and escalating US-Iran tensions, which also pushed crude oil prices higher.

Indian-American Sahith Theegala Secures Weekend Spot At Royal Birkdale

Indian-American Sahith Theegala Secures Weekend Spot At Royal Birkdale

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian-American golfer Sahith Theegala successfully made the halfway cut at the 154th Open Championship, finishing at even-par. While Theegala secured his spot, Australia's Lucas Herbert and America's Sam Burns delivered record-equalling second-round performances. Other Indian-origin players, Akshay Bhatia and Aaron Rai, faced an anxious wait regarding their cut prospects amidst challenging conditions at Royal Birkdale.

G Sathiyan's Stellar Performance Leads Dabang Delhi To Crucial UTT Win

G Sathiyan's Stellar Performance Leads Dabang Delhi To Crucial UTT Win

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

G Sathiyan played a pivotal role in Dabang Delhi TTC's 9-6 victory over UP Prometheans in the Ultimate Table Tennis' seventh season tie. Delhi secured the win after being tied 6-6, with Sathiyan's mixed doubles and men's singles performances proving decisive. The match also saw the introduction of the Table Tennis Review (TTR) system in UTT.

Wholesale Price Inflation Climbs to 9.87% in June, Driven by Food and Mineral Costs

Wholesale Price Inflation Climbs to 9.87% in June, Driven by Food and Mineral Costs

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's wholesale price inflation (WPI) increased to 9.87 per cent in June, up from 9.68 per cent in May, primarily due to significant price increases in non-food and food products, with food inflation alone rising to 5.49 per cent.

Second DMK MLA arrested for defamatory speech against Vijay

Second DMK MLA arrested for defamatory speech against Vijay

Rediff.com23 hours ago

DMK MLA G V Markandeyan was arrested for allegedly making defamatory remarks and threatening Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, leading to strong condemnation from DMK president M K Stalin, who accused the ruling TVK of political vendetta.

Bank Stocks Drive Sensex, Nifty Up; US-Iran Tensions Cap Gains

Bank Stocks Drive Sensex, Nifty Up; US-Iran Tensions Cap Gains

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed higher, primarily driven by bank stocks and encouraging US inflation data, which fuelled expectations of a less aggressive Federal Reserve monetary policy. However, escalating US-Iran hostilities tempered investor sentiment, leading to some profit-taking.

'Total disgrace': Argentina slammed after World Cup

'Total disgrace': Argentina slammed after World Cup

Rediff.com1 days ago

Argentina's conduct after their World Cup final defeat to Spain has come under fire, with players and fans facing criticism for their actions during the trophy presentation and post-match celebrations.

Kay Kay Menon Takes Up A Role He Has Never Played Before

Kay Kay Menon Takes Up A Role He Has Never Played Before

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kay Kay Menon, known for diverse roles, found the character of Gyaneshwar Tripathi in Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya intriguing .because he had never played a headmaster before, and the character's relatable flaws and inherent goodness appealed to him.

Indian Markets Rebound as Sensex Climbs 238 Points, Nifty Up 80

Indian Markets Rebound as Sensex Climbs 238 Points, Nifty Up 80

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, staged a moderate rebound after a significant correction in the previous session, driven by foreign fund inflows and a largely positive trend in global markets, though geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran continued to foster caution.

'One humiliation too many': Shashi Tharoor tears into India's latest defeat

'One humiliation too many': Shashi Tharoor tears into India's latest defeat

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed his profound disappointment and frustration after India suffered a heavy nine-wicket defeat to England in the fourth T20I in Bristol, securing an unassailable 3-0 lead for the hosts in the five-match series. Tharoor described the loss as "one humiliation too many."

Six Arrested After Sharp Weapon Attack in Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Six Arrested After Sharp Weapon Attack in Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Six individuals have been arrested in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, following an attack with sharp-edged weapons that left three people injured. Police suspect the incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute between the parties involved.

Passports 'regulate departure' of Indians from country: MEA

Passports 'regulate departure' of Indians from country: MEA

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that an Indian passport is primarily a travel document issued to regulate the departure of citizens and is not intended as proof of citizenship. This statement comes amidst a debate on its use for verifying citizenship, particularly concerning electoral rolls, and has drawn criticism from opposition parties.

Jitters over LPG subsidy bill. It may top Rs 1 lakh cr in FY27

Jitters over LPG subsidy bill. It may top Rs 1 lakh cr in FY27

Rediff.com4 days ago

A PL Capital report projects India's LPG subsidy bill to exceed Rs 1 lakh crore in FY27, creating a significant Rs 70,000 crore gap over the Union Budget's Rs 30,000 crore allocation, driven by the government and OMCs absorbing higher fuel and LPG price increases.

How Pedro Porro Became Spain's Indispensable Right-Back

How Pedro Porro Became Spain's Indispensable Right-Back

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pedro Porro has emerged as a pivotal player for Spain in the World Cup, transforming the right-back position into a strength. His exceptional performance against France in the semi-final, where he scored and was named MVP, has solidified his place, drawing parallels to Marc Cucurella's rise. Porro's defensive prowess and attacking contributions have been crucial for Spain's journey to the final against Argentina.

That's Why Sanjeeda Looks So Fantastic!

That's Why Sanjeeda Looks So Fantastic!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

One day, she's serving easy beach vibes; the next, she's wrapped in six yards of elegance and, before you know it, she's stepping out in a head-turning couture moment.

Why Is BMW Losing Profit Even After Selling More Cars?

Why Is BMW Losing Profit Even After Selling More Cars?

Rediff.com4 days ago

BMW Group India says every Re 1 depreciation in the rupee against the euro trims its profit margin by about 1 per cent, prompting the company to consider further price increases.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex Jumps Over 500 Points, Nifty above 24K

Stock Markets Today: Sensex Jumps Over 500 Points, Nifty above 24K

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw a significant rebound in early trade, driven by softer-than-expected US inflation data which has reinforced expectations of a less aggressive monetary policy stance from the Federal Reserve, providing relief to global risk assets.

Restaurants, Multiplexes Eye World Cup Final Windfall

Restaurants, Multiplexes Eye World Cup Final Windfall

Rediff.com3 days ago

Businesses across sectors are positioning themselves to capitalise on the expected surge in demand.