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Kusumgar IPO Over-Subscribed 13 Times on Day 2, Strong Retail & NII Demand

Kusumgar IPO Over-Subscribed 13 Times on Day 2, Strong Retail & NII Demand

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

The initial public offering (IPO) of engineered fabric manufacturer Kusumgar Ltd was subscribed 13.13 times on the second day of bidding, driven by strong interest from non-institutional and retail investors.

Hyderabad To Host Eighth Season Of Tennis Premier League

Hyderabad To Host Eighth Season Of Tennis Premier League

Rediff.com5 days ago

The eighth season of the Tennis Premier League (TPL) will take place in Hyderabad from December 8 to 13, featuring eight teams and a new partnership with Kia India. The event will be held at the LB Tennis Stadium with support from the Telangana government.

3 newborns killed in Maha govt hospital fire, 36 rescued; probe ordered

3 newborns killed in Maha govt hospital fire, 36 rescued; probe ordered

Rediff.com1 days ago

The incident, which occurred early Monday morning, was reportedly caused by a sparking ventilator.

Williams sisters beaten on doubles return at Cincinnati Open

Williams sisters beaten on doubles return at Cincinnati Open

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams made their return to doubles action at the Cincinnati Open, their first match together since 2022.

Indian Super League season delayed, AIFF clarifies financial allegations

Indian Super League season delayed, AIFF clarifies financial allegations

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season has been postponed to after October 6 due to the FIFA international match window, and will proceed with 13 teams after Diamond Harbour FC failed to meet payment deadlines. Concurrently, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has condemned "unverified claims" regarding its finances and the decision to withdraw from the FIFA ASEAN Cup, asserting that the prioritisation of a friendly match against Brazil was a strategic move for Indian football.

'Noel Tata May Want To Appoint Somebody'

'Noel Tata May Want To Appoint Somebody'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'whom he believes in ... or whom he has faith in. But we don't know whether that person will be competent or not. This will lead to a lot of uncertainty in the minds of investors and shareholders of the Tata group companies.'

How EY India's New Platform Quantifies Cyber Risk In Real-Time

How EY India's New Platform Quantifies Cyber Risk In Real-Time

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

EY India has launched its Cyber Performance Management (CPM) platform, an integrated solution designed to help enterprises quantify and manage cyber risk in real-time. This platform leverages AI and cybersecurity to provide decision intelligence, enabling organisations to identify and address threats proactively and translate cyber exposure into financial insights.

'Your anger is their satisfaction': Delhi cops told to stay calm at protests

'Your anger is their satisfaction': Delhi cops told to stay calm at protests

Rediff.com2 days ago

Fresh guidelines issued to the Delhi police by a central agency advise personnel to remain calm during protests, avoid rising to provocation and being pictured as "villains" by the demonstrators filming them, police sources said on Sunday.

World No 7 Victor Lai sets sights on badminton's top spot

World No 7 Victor Lai sets sights on badminton's top spot

Rediff.com5 days ago

Canadian badminton player Victor Lai, currently world No. 7, expresses his ambition to become world No. 1. He acknowledges the challenge from established stars and welcomes the rise of a new generation of young shuttlers. Lai highlights his recent Super 1000 title win and his breakthrough at the India Open as crucial steps in his mental and professional growth.

Plea in SC seeks confiscation of assets of paper leak offenders

Plea in SC seeks confiscation of assets of paper leak offenders

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and state governments on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) advocating for the confiscation of movable and immovable property belonging to individuals and their family members involved in exam question paper leak cases. The plea also calls for invoking various anti-corruption and financial crime acts against perpetrators and suggests consecutive sentencing for such offences.

Not my habit to complain about my country: Omar on meeting US envoy

Not my habit to complain about my country: Omar on meeting US envoy

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced he would meet US Ambassador Sergio Gor to discuss the regional situation but firmly stated he would not raise internal issues with the US representative. Abdullah emphasised that solutions to J&K's problems lie with the central government, not with foreign entities, maintaining his stance against complaining about India to foreign diplomats.

England's Pickford to face Messi for first time in World Cup semi-final clash

England's Pickford to face Messi for first time in World Cup semi-final clash

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is set to face Lionel Messi for the first time in his career during Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina, an occasion he described as carrying a 'sense of history' given his long-standing admiration for the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner.

India's women's Hockey World Cup dream dashed after goalless draw with Australia

India's women's Hockey World Cup dream dashed after goalless draw with Australia

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's campaign in the FIH Women's World Cup concluded after a goalless draw against Australia in their final second-round match.

Smallcaps, Midcaps Race Ahead Of Largecaps

Smallcaps, Midcaps Race Ahead Of Largecaps

Rediff.com5 days ago

Smallcap and midcap funds now account for nearly 30% of active equity MF folios, as stock-market gains revive investor appetite for high-growth segments.

'Two Tests put teams under pressure': Gautam Gambhir makes case for Three-match series

'Two Tests put teams under pressure': Gautam Gambhir makes case for Three-match series

Rediff.com3 days ago

Gambhir strongly advocates three-Test series, arguing they give teams that lose the opening match a genuine opportunity to recover, compete harder and still win the series.

US deploys sea, air attack drones for first time in Iran war

US deploys sea, air attack drones for first time in Iran war

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has launched extensive precision strikes across multiple Iranian military installations, deploying both one-way attack aerial and sea drones for the first time, to degrade Tehran's ability to disrupt international maritime trade in the Strait of Hormuz.

India's World Cup Hopes Dwindle After 2-0 Loss to Dominant Netherlands

India's World Cup Hopes Dwindle After 2-0 Loss to Dominant Netherlands

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team suffered a 2-0 defeat against the formidable Netherlands in their FIH World Cup Pool E encounter, with goals from Yibbi Jansen and Frederique Matla, both from penalty corners. This loss puts India in a precarious position, requiring a victory against Australia to keep their semi-final aspirations alive.

Kuldeep's Test spot in doubt after forgettable Galle show

Kuldeep's Test spot in doubt after forgettable Galle show

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former India leg-spinner L Sivaramakrishnan believes that advising Kuldeep Yadav to bowl faster in Test cricket is 'the worst piece of advice' he could receive, advocating instead for focus on alignment and natural speeds to maximise spin.

BWF Worlds: Lakshya Sen knocked out; Sindhu, Shetty advance

BWF Worlds: Lakshya Sen knocked out; Sindhu, Shetty advance

Rediff.com6 days ago

Lakshya Sen, a 2021 World Championships bronze medallist, faced a surprising second-round defeat to USA's Garret Tan at the BWF World Championships. Meanwhile, two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu and rising star Ayush Shetty successfully advanced to the pre-quarterfinals. Other Indian pairs also saw mixed results, with some progressing and others bowing out.

Who Derailed Tarique Rahman's India Visit?

Who Derailed Tarique Rahman's India Visit?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Who is running the show in Dhaka? This kind of flip-flop, culminating in a last-minute decision to skip a maiden visit, can happen only when the remote is in the hands of one of the competing lobbies within the BNP -- one that appears determined to play a game of chess with India.

High-Powered Committee to Drive Banking Reforms for Viksit Bharat, Says FM Sitharaman

High-Powered Committee to Drive Banking Reforms for Viksit Bharat, Says FM Sitharaman

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the government's plan to establish a high-powered committee to examine reforms for the banking sector, aligning it with the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) and India's next phase of growth.

Planning To Invest In A House? Check Rental Yield

Planning To Invest In A House? Check Rental Yield

Rediff.com6 days ago

Rental yield can indicate whether a property is undervalued, overvalued or fairly valued.

Arsenal Begin Premier League Title Defence With Coventry Rout

Arsenal Begin Premier League Title Defence With Coventry Rout

Rediff.com4 days ago

Arsenal commenced their Premier League title defence with a commanding 3-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry City. Goals from Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Odegaard secured the win, showcasing Arsenal's intent for the season.

Bhattacharya Holds Two-Shot Lead Heading Into Final Round

Bhattacharya Holds Two-Shot Lead Heading Into Final Round

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi golfer Shaurya Bhattacharya maintained his two-shot lead after shooting a one-under 71 in Round 3 of the PGTI Kolar Open. He now aggregates 10-under 206, with Chandigarh's Angad Cheema and Hyderabad's Mohammed Azhar tied for second at eight-under 208. Bhattacharya faced challenging weather conditions but secured a crucial birdie on the final hole to restore his advantage for the final round.

Shiprocket stock jumps 35% on market debut, valued at over Rs 9,900 crore

Shiprocket stock jumps 35% on market debut, valued at over Rs 9,900 crore

Rediff.com7 days ago

E-commerce enablement platform Shiprocket Ltd saw its shares list with a 35 per cent premium on its market debut, trading at Rs 129.50 on the BSE and Rs 131 on the NSE against an issue price of Rs 97, achieving a market valuation of Rs 9,901.60 crore.

Doval-Wang talks in Beijing ahead of possible Xi Jinping's India visit

Doval-Wang talks in Beijing ahead of possible Xi Jinping's India visit

Rediff.com2 days ago

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is in Beijing for the 25th round of Special Representatives talks on the India-China boundary issue with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. These crucial discussions precede Chinese President Xi Jinping's anticipated visit to India for the BRICS summit, offering a potential opportunity for a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The talks aim to address the long-standing border dispute and recurring tensions, with both sides emphasising the importance of peace and tranquillity for bilateral relations amidst recent reports of aggressive Chinese posturing in Arunachal Pradesh.

India broadens crude sourcing to Latin America, Venezuela becomes key supplier

India broadens crude sourcing to Latin America, Venezuela becomes key supplier

Rediff.com5 days ago

India is significantly expanding its crude oil sourcing to Latin America, with Venezuela emerging as a major supplier, as geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz compel the world's third-largest oil consumer to diversify its energy supplies.

Badminton World Championships: Satwik-Chirag progress, PV Sindhu eliminated

Badminton World Championships: Satwik-Chirag progress, PV Sindhu eliminated

Rediff.com5 days ago

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty advanced to the men's doubles quarterfinals at the World Championships, securing a potential third medal. However, India faced a setback with the elimination of two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu and Ayush Shetty in their respective singles matches. The women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand also reached the quarterfinals.

Why Was Amit Malviya Removed As BJP IT Cell Chief?

Why Was Amit Malviya Removed As BJP IT Cell Chief?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Amit Malviya paid the price because he committed the cardinal mistake of himself 'becoming' the BJP's IT Cell and its social media. Malviya's removal contains a message to others -- never try to become bigger than the job that has been assigned, explains Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Cristiano Ronaldo fuels retirement talk as 1,000-goal milestone draws near

Cristiano Ronaldo fuels retirement talk as 1,000-goal milestone draws near

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo has fuelled speculation about his retirement plans after saying the upcoming year will probably be the last of his playing career.

Ronaldinho unsure of playing role at Italian club Ravenna FC

Ronaldinho unsure of playing role at Italian club Ravenna FC

Rediff.com5 days ago

Brazil football icon Ronaldinho has arrived in Italy after joining Serie C club Ravenna FC, where he has also taken a stake. While his last competitive match was in 2015.

Sri Lanka Cricket pushes for more Test matches against India, England, Australia

Sri Lanka Cricket pushes for more Test matches against India, England, Australia

Rediff.com3 days ago

Eran Wickramaratne, chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket's interim committee, has called for a revision of the ICC's Future Tours Programme to allow Sri Lanka to play more Test matches against cricketing powerhouses like India, England, and Australia, citing the financial dependence on India and the desire to excel in the format.

Indian Golfer Shubhankar Sharma Makes Weekend Cut With Ace At Nexo Championship

Indian Golfer Shubhankar Sharma Makes Weekend Cut With Ace At Nexo Championship

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma ended his streak of missed cuts by making the weekend rounds at the Nexo Championship in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. His second round was highlighted by a spectacular hole-in-one on the sixth hole, contributing to his even-par 72 and a tied 22nd position. This performance offers Sharma a crucial opportunity to regain momentum on the DP World Tour.

After Darwin Humiliation, Starc Leads Australia Rout of Bangladesh

After Darwin Humiliation, Starc Leads Australia Rout of Bangladesh

Rediff.com3 days ago

Australia secured a thumping innings and 51-run victory over Bangladesh in Mackay, levelling the two-match series 1-1. Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon were instrumental, with Starc taking 10-51 in the match.

ISS Antenna Replacement Delayed After Spacewalk Challenges

ISS Antenna Replacement Delayed After Spacewalk Challenges

Rediff.com7 days ago

Astronauts Anil Menon and Sophie Adenot encountered unexpected delays during a spacewalk to replace a critical space-to-ground antenna on the International Space Station. Despite successfully removing the failed antenna, they ran out of time to install the replacement, rescheduling the task for a future spacewalk. Menon, of Indian origin, and Adenot, the first French woman to spacewalk, faced challenges with tight connectors and bolting during the six-hour mission.

FIH World Cup: Will India-Pakistan Hockey Teams Shake Hands?

FIH World Cup: Will India-Pakistan Hockey Teams Shake Hands?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ahead of their crucial Hockey World Cup 2026 clash, the traditional India-Pakistan hockey rivalry faces an unusual question: will the teams shake hands? This comes after a similar debate in cricket. While the historical record is close, India has dominated recent encounters, winning decisively in the 2023 Asian Games and Pro League.

PV Sindhu Dominates Opening Match At BWF World Championships

PV Sindhu Dominates Opening Match At BWF World Championships

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu commenced her campaign at the BWF World Championships with a dominant victory over Ireland's Sophia Noble. Sindhu, a five-time World Championships medallist, is aiming for a historic sixth medal at the event. Other Indian pairs, including Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Hariharan Amsakarunan-MR Arjun, also advanced.

The new age of bullion: Why investors are choosing ETFs over lockers

The new age of bullion: Why investors are choosing ETFs over lockers

Rediff.com5 days ago

Today, many investors are less concerned about holding bullion physically. What matters more is gaining exposure to price movements. As a result, the new-age investment trend has shifted more towards ETFs.

2nd Test: Batting coach explains Kuldeep's omission, rejects fake-illness theory

2nd Test: Batting coach explains Kuldeep's omission, rejects fake-illness theory

Rediff.com2 days ago

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak clarified Kuldeep Yadav missed the second Test due to genuine viral fever, rejecting speculation that the team had any reason to fake illness.

'We Weren't Able to Convert': Satwik-Chirag Rue World Championships Loss

'We Weren't Able to Convert': Satwik-Chirag Rue World Championships Loss

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's top men's doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, expressed disappointment over their inability to convert attacking opportunities and losing the crucial battle over the first four shots and service, leading to their quarterfinal exit at the World Championships.