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Hormuz Blockade Is The New Battlefield

Hormuz Blockade Is The New Battlefield

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The clock on the ceasefire is running out. But everyone's already whispering about round two, possibly as soon as this weekend.

VHP Appeals To UN For Religious Minorities' Protection In Pakistan, Bangladesh

VHP Appeals To UN For Religious Minorities' Protection In Pakistan, Bangladesh

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has appealed to the United Nations to intervene on behalf of religious minorities in Pakistan and Bangladesh, citing human rights violations.

SFBs' universal licence dream: It's a long road ahead

SFBs' universal licence dream: It's a long road ahead

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Reserve Bank of India's 2024 norms for the voluntary conversion of Small Finance Banks (SFBs) into universal banks, particularly the subjective 'diversified loan portfolio' criterion, are proving to be a significant hurdle, with Ujjivan SFB and Jana SFB having their applications returned.

Kara Review: Dhanush Anchors a Flawed Heist-Thriller

Kara Review: Dhanush Anchors a Flawed Heist-Thriller

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Kara had the makings of a fine heist thriller anchored by a superlative Dhanush, but a slack screenplay in crucial stretches and an overdose of melodrama ensure it only works in patches, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

TCS Makes 25,000 Fresher Offers

TCS Makes 25,000 Fresher Offers

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

These offers provide some relief to engineering students impacted by the uptake in artificial intelligence (AI) tools.

Intense battle of ballot in Tamil Nadu's cradle Of democracy

Intense battle of ballot in Tamil Nadu's cradle Of democracy

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

There is something that makes the Uthiramerur assembly constituency in Kancheepuram district special.

Two Arrested For Real Estate Fraud Linked To Dhirendra Shastri Ashram

Two Arrested For Real Estate Fraud Linked To Dhirendra Shastri Ashram

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Gurugram police have arrested two individuals, including a director of an infra firm, for allegedly defrauding investors through fake real estate projects linked to Dhirendra Shastri's 'Aparna Ashram' in Silokhera village.

Rs 1.58 Crore Worth Of Meth Seized At Calicut Airport

Rs 1.58 Crore Worth Of Meth Seized At Calicut Airport

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized crystal methamphetamine worth approximately Rs 1.58 crore from a passenger at Calicut International Airport and arrested him under the NDPS Act.

Maruti Suzuki discontinues Ignis hatchback amid weak sales, supply woes hit S-Presso and WagonR

Maruti Suzuki discontinues Ignis hatchback amid weak sales, supply woes hit S-Presso and WagonR

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Maruti Suzuki has discontinued its Ignis hatchback due to weak sales and a shift towards SUVs, while simultaneously facing supply chain issues for its popular S-Presso and WagonR models, leading to booking halts at some dealerships.

Two Arrested For Real Estate Fraud Linked To Ashram

Two Arrested For Real Estate Fraud Linked To Ashram

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Gurugram police have arrested two individuals, including a director of an infra firm, for allegedly defrauding investors through fake real estate projects connected to Dhirendra Shastri's 'Aparna Ashram'.

Delhi Community Mourns Father And Son Killed In Stabbing

Delhi Community Mourns Father And Son Killed In Stabbing

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A 62-year-old man and his 27-year-old son were fatally stabbed in their Delhi apartment, leaving the community in shock. Police have arrested a suspect, and a financial dispute is suspected as the motive.

Sebi's softer touch cuts IPO rejections to just 2 in FY26

Sebi's softer touch cuts IPO rejections to just 2 in FY26

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has significantly reduced the number of draft offer documents returned or rejected, dropping from 17 in FY25 to just two in FY26, thanks to a more facilitative and engagement-first regulatory approach.

Odisha tribal man carries sister's skeleton to bank to withdraw Rs 19,300

Odisha tribal man carries sister's skeleton to bank to withdraw Rs 19,300

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A tribal man in Odisha's Keonjhar district brought the skeleton of his dead sister to a bank to withdraw money deposited in her name after bank officials insisted on the account holder's presence.

Hormuz Hopes Drive Market Surge

Hormuz Hopes Drive Market Surge

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Is the current rally telegraphing a durable peace plan in West Asia, boosted by United States (US) President Donald Trump's incoherent and contradictory posts on social media?

HDFC Life profit rose 4% in Q4; parent bank to invest Rs 1,000 crore

HDFC Life profit rose 4% in Q4; parent bank to invest Rs 1,000 crore

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

HDFC Life Insurance reported a 4 per cent year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs 495.6 crore for Q4FY26, while its parent, HDFC Bank, announced a Rs 1,000 crore preferential share issuance to raise its stake to 50.5 per cent.

SC: Husband's Duty to Maintain Wife Must Ensure Dignified Life

SC: Husband's Duty to Maintain Wife Must Ensure Dignified Life

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court of India has emphasised that a husband's obligation to maintain his wife is a primary and continuing duty, ensuring she lives with dignity and in a manner commensurate with her marital status.

Multiple airstrikes reported across Iran as US deadline looms

Multiple airstrikes reported across Iran as US deadline looms

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Tensions between Washington, DC and Tehran have reached a boiling point, as a heavy barrage of aerial strikes was reported across multiple locations in Iran on Tuesday.

'Real Issue Is Land, Not Religion In Assam'

'Real Issue Is Land, Not Religion In Assam'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'The real fault line in Assam is not Hindu versus Muslim. It is Assamese versus Bengali -- and within that, the specific anxiety about undocumented Bangladeshi settlers claiming land and altering the demographic balance of the state.'

Why mixed-use developments are the future of Indian real estate

Why mixed-use developments are the future of Indian real estate

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Mixed-use real estate projects, integrating residential, commercial, retail, and hospitality segments, are gaining significant traction in India as developers seek to maximise returns, optimise land use, and diversify cash flows, with experts predicting 35-40% of urban real estate supply will be mixed-use by 2030.

Roads can't be blocked for religious activities: SC

Roads can't be blocked for religious activities: SC

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has stated that roads cannot be blocked for religious activities and that while religious denominations have autonomy in worship, the government can interfere if secular activities are affected.

Smart Money Moves: From Home Loans To SIPs

Smart Money Moves: From Home Loans To SIPs

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

HDFC Bank's Q4 Profit Jumps 8%, Cautions on West Asia Conflict for Small Businesses

HDFC Bank's Q4 Profit Jumps 8%, Cautions on West Asia Conflict for Small Businesses

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

HDFC Bank reported an 8.04 per cent increase in its March quarter consolidated net profit to Rs 20,350.76 crore, but highlighted potential near-term risks for small-business borrowers due to the West Asia conflict. The bank's CEO also addressed the recent resignation of its non-executive chairman and hinted at a potential top-level reorganisation.

Godrej Properties' rerating hinges on sales growth

Godrej Properties' rerating hinges on sales growth

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Godrej Properties closed FY26 with record bookings and presales, exceeding its annual guidance, but brokerages express concerns over weak cash-flow generation and the ability to sustain growth amidst a muted real estate market.

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Kharat link sparks fresh doubts

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Kharat link sparks fresh doubts

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

NCP-SP MLA Rohit Pawar has raised concerns about the 2024 plane crash that killed Ajit Pawar, following allegations of a link between a self-styled godman and unusual financial transactions.

'Mark Mobius Saw India's Rise Before Other Investors'

'Mark Mobius Saw India's Rise Before Other Investors'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

'Mark Mobius's life was dedicated to investing.'

West Asia Conflict Deepens India's Economic Challenges

West Asia Conflict Deepens India's Economic Challenges

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Even if there is an early agreement on a cessation of hostilities in West Asia, the price shock will not go away easily, points out A K Bhattacharya.

Delhi Police Nab Fugitive In Gurugram Blackmail Case

Delhi Police Nab Fugitive In Gurugram Blackmail Case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Rakesh Sharma, wanted in connection with a blackmail and extortion case in Gurugram. Sharma allegedly extorted money from a woman by threatening to circulate private videos of her. He was apprehended near the Patiala House Courts Complex.

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 35-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding over 500 women across India of more than Rs 2 crore through fake social media and dating app profiles.

Delhi Police Operation CyHawk 4.0 Leads to Mass Arrests in Cybercrime Sweep

Delhi Police Operation CyHawk 4.0 Leads to Mass Arrests in Cybercrime Sweep

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Delhi Police arrested over 600 people and rounded up over 8,300 suspects during Operation CyHawk 4.0, a large-scale crackdown on cybercrime.

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.

ICICI Bank's Q4 consolidated net profit rises 9.28% to Rs 14,755 crore

ICICI Bank's Q4 consolidated net profit rises 9.28% to Rs 14,755 crore

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

ICICI Bank reported a 9.28 per cent increase in its consolidated net profit to Rs 14,755 crore for the March quarter of FY26, primarily driven by a nearly 90 per cent reduction in provisioning. The bank's executive director, Sandeep Batra, noted strong asset growth but expressed caution regarding the geopolitical situation in West Asia.

Second-round effects of supply shocks a real concern, says RBI governor

Second-round effects of supply shocks a real concern, says RBI governor

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that preventing second-round effects of supply shocks, where inflation expectations rise due to prolonged disruptions, is the primary role of monetary policy. He also defended the RBI's foreign exchange market interventions, asserting it did not commit to an 'indefensible peg'.

Delhi Police Nets Over 600 in Cybercrime Operation CyHawk 4.0

Delhi Police Nets Over 600 in Cybercrime Operation CyHawk 4.0

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Delhi Police arrested over 600 individuals and detained over 8,300 suspects during Operation CyHawk 4.0, a major crackdown on cybercrime. The operation targeted financial networks and call centres involved in online scams, recovering significant digital evidence and tracing defrauded money.

Reliance Cap, Yes Bank Debt Prompt EPFO Investment Rethink

Reliance Cap, Yes Bank Debt Prompt EPFO Investment Rethink

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Rising stressed debt and past exposures like Reliance Capital, Yes Bank push EPFO to frame exit rules for its portfolio.

HDFC Bank Q4 deposits grow 15% YoY, advances jump 12%

HDFC Bank Q4 deposits grow 15% YoY, advances jump 12%

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

HDFC Bank reports a 12% credit growth for the March quarter, alongside the unexpected resignation of its chairman, Atanu Chakraborty, due to ethical concerns.

How Hyderabad Police Plan To Combat Cyber Fraud

How Hyderabad Police Plan To Combat Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar has proposed a Joint Working Group with the RBI and banks to address the issue of mule bank accounts used in cyber fraud. The proposal follows 'Operation Octopus,' which exposed vulnerabilities in KYC verification. Sajjanar also recommended strict directives for banks to fix accountability and adopt advanced technology to detect suspicious transactions.

Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar's Compensation Jumped 28% to $21.5 Million Last Year

Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar's Compensation Jumped 28% to $21.5 Million Last Year

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar's annual compensation increased by 28 per cent to $21.5 million in 2025, while CFO Jatin Dalal's compensation dropped by 30 per cent to $7.08 million, according to a recent proxy statement.

NSE-listed companies increase CSR spending by 23% to Rs 22,212 crore in FY25

NSE-listed companies increase CSR spending by 23% to Rs 22,212 crore in FY25

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Companies listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) main board increased their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expenditure by 23 per cent year-on-year to Rs 22,212 crore in 2024-25 (FY25), driven by a significant jump in average net profits, according to a PRIME Database Group report.

TMC Will Win Fourth Term, Says Mamata Banerjee

TMC Will Win Fourth Term, Says Mamata Banerjee

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee asserted that the TMC will return to power for a fourth consecutive term, urging opposition parties to unite against the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre.

Near-term growth, margin triggers missing in Wipro's Q4 results

Near-term growth, margin triggers missing in Wipro's Q4 results

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Wipro reported Q4FY26 IT services revenue of $2.6 billion, a modest 0.2 per cent Q-o-Q constant currency growth, with adjusted operating profit margin beating estimates at 17.2 per cent. The company announced a significant share buyback of ~15,000 crore, but faces near-term growth challenges, particularly in the BFSI segment, and has issued a soft Q1FY27 revenue guidance.