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Cheap IPOs Are Paying Off In 2026

Cheap IPOs Are Paying Off In 2026

Rediff.com6 days ago

Investors who bought attractively valued IPOs and held on have earned strong returns, particularly when the money raised went into companies rather than into the pockets of exiting shareholders.

Who Owns A House When Parents Pay?

Who Owns A House When Parents Pay?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Property ownership disputes depend on the registered deed, the parties' intentions, financial contributions and available evidence.

'You Will Get Your Opportunities': Iyer's Message to Sooryavanshi

'You Will Get Your Opportunities': Iyer's Message to Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer has assured young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi that opportunities will come if he remains consistent, while also reflecting on India's high-scoring T20I series against West Indies, which ended in a 2-2 draw.

Delhi celebrates Dussehra as Prez, PM lead festivities

Delhi celebrates Dussehra as Prez, PM lead festivities

Rediff.com7 days ago

President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Vice President C P Radhakrishnan attended Dussehra celebrations in New Delhi on Tuesday. Effigies of Ravan, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnath were burnt at various Ramleela grounds, with dignitaries delivering messages on truth, righteousness, and fighting social evils. One committee also burnt a cockroach effigy to symbolise filth, leading to a complaint from AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj.

How India Post Is Revolutionising Last-Mile Connectivity With Drone Delivery

How India Post Is Revolutionising Last-Mile Connectivity With Drone Delivery

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

The Department of Posts successfully conducted its first-ever drone delivery of the National Flag from Mandi to Rehardhar in Himachal Pradesh. This initiative, overseen by Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, highlights the integration of technology with public service to enhance last-mile connectivity in challenging terrains and supports the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign.

Kerala Government Coordinates Repatriation Of Fire Victims From Germany

Kerala Government Coordinates Repatriation Of Fire Victims From Germany

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Three Keralites, Sivin Johny, Nova Sabu, and Anjali Sheela Joy, died in a residential building fire in Bochum, Germany. Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's office is coordinating with the Indian Embassy and Ministry of External Affairs to repatriate their mortal remains, with the state government bearing all expenses. Public representatives have also urged swift action to bring the bodies home.

Oppn slams Maha govt over law and order after gun attack on Tiger Shroff

Oppn slams Maha govt over law and order after gun attack on Tiger Shroff

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Opposition parties in Maharashtra have criticised the state government following a firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai. They allege a deterioration of law and order, citing this and other recent high-profile incidents, and demand a separate home minister.

RGV On Nana Patekar: 'Feel Like Killing GOD...'

RGV On Nana Patekar: 'Feel Like Killing GOD...'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

'I still can't believe this can so suddenly happen to a man, as strong as him.'

Kerala Police Bust MDMA Ring, Social Media Influencer Arrested

Kerala Police Bust MDMA Ring, Social Media Influencer Arrested

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Four individuals, including a social media influencer, have been arrested in Malappuram, Kerala, for possession of MDMA. Police seized 10.15 grams of the drug, along with other paraphernalia and cash, after intercepting their car on Wednesday night. The accused were allegedly planning to sell the drugs.

Major Drug Bust In Assam: Rs 2 Crore Opium Seized

Major Drug Bust In Assam: Rs 2 Crore Opium Seized

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Assam police have seized 27.3 kg of opium valued at approximately Rs 2 crore in Kokrajhar district, leading to one arrest. The drugs were found in specially constructed compartments within a vehicle. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the police for their successful operation.

Gurugram Man Kills Wife, Then Dies By Suicide

Gurugram Man Kills Wife, Then Dies By Suicide

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A 30-year-old private firm employee in Gurugram allegedly strangled his 28-year-old wife to death before taking his own life by hanging. The man had sent an email to his employer requesting them to inform his family and landlord. Police are investigating the murder-suicide, and no suicide note was found.

K'taka youth held for posting Tipu Sultan cutout reel with pro-Pak song

K'taka youth held for posting Tipu Sultan cutout reel with pro-Pak song

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

A 23-year-old youth was arrested on Monday for allegedly posting and circulating an edited social media reel featuring a 40-foot cutout of 18th-century Mysuru ruler Tipu Sultan with a pro-Pakistan song, the police said.

Congress Alleges Modi Govt Preparing For Another UPI U-Turn

Congress Alleges Modi Govt Preparing For Another UPI U-Turn

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Congress party has questioned the Modi government's decision to defer the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions, alleging a potential "U-turn on the U-turn." Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh highlighted previous denials by the finance minister regarding MDR imposition, only for it to be announced later and now deferred. He expressed concerns about future charges on UPI transactions.

Gorakhpur Police Investigate CISF Jawan's Mysterious Death

Gorakhpur Police Investigate CISF Jawan's Mysterious Death

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Police in Gorakhpur have launched a murder investigation into the death of a 38-year-old CISF jawan, Karamveer Yadav, whose body was found near an embankment with a severe head injury. A case was registered after the post-mortem findings, and authorities are examining evidence and the deceased's recent contacts.

Is Your CV Speaking To A Robot?

Is Your CV Speaking To A Robot?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Focus on clarity. Avoid keyword stuffing, advises Sarieka S Vaze, head of HR and administration at Montran Corporation.

Sanju Samson Shares Arshdeep Injury Update

Sanju Samson Shares Arshdeep Injury Update

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Sanju Samson has expressed hope that left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh will recover from a bouncer injury in time for India's crucial T20I series decider against the West Indies in Bengaluru.

Police Detain Suspects In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Police Detain Suspects In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Three individuals, including a minor, allegedly involved in the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, were detained in Kota, Rajasthan. Police intercepted them on a train, revealing a connection to an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a plan to flee to Nepal. Mumbai Police are now taking custody of the suspects for further investigation.

Kathua Administration Demolishes House Of Drug Peddler On Govt Land

Kathua Administration Demolishes House Of Drug Peddler On Govt Land

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Authorities in Kathua, Jammu, demolished the residential house of a habitual drug offender, Rupesh Kumar alias Bobby, on Wednesday. The house was allegedly built on government land. The operation was conducted peacefully, reinforcing the administration's zero-tolerance policy against drug peddling and illegal encroachment.

Prakash Rajpurohit: Election Commission gets a new deputy

Prakash Rajpurohit: Election Commission gets a new deputy

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

The Centre has announced a major bureaucratic reshuffle, appointing Prakash Rajpurohit as Deputy Election Commissioner and approving appointments for 27 civil servants at joint secretary and equivalent levels across various ministries and departments.

Why Bangladesh Minister's Drug Den Raid Is Causing A Stir

Why Bangladesh Minister's Drug Den Raid Is Causing A Stir

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

A junior Bangladeshi minister, Ishraque Hossain, conducted a raid on a suspected drug den in a Dhaka slum on Saturday, carrying a pistol and accompanied by plainclothes associates. He detained several individuals and handed them over to police, who stated they were not informed in advance. A video of the incident, uploaded by Hossain, sparked widespread debate on social media regarding the appropriateness of his actions.

Salman Khan: 'If You Want To Make A Comedy On My Life...'

Salman Khan: 'If You Want To Make A Comedy On My Life...'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'...then David Dhawan. If you want to make a traditional, tragic love story, it would be Sanjay Leela Bhansali.' 'If you want to make this beautiful love story after love story, it would be Sooraj Barjatya, and if you want to make an action kind of love story, then Kabir Khan.' 'All the things that have happened in my life.'

Army officer's wife booked on charges of spying for China

Army officer's wife booked on charges of spying for China

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

An Army officer's wife has been booked in Jammu for alleged espionage, accused of using AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude to write analytical papers on sensitive national security issues for Chinese intelligence operatives. The well-qualified freelance researcher, who had an IT internship with the UN, is cooperating with investigators after being intercepted at Jammu Tawi railway station. The probe focuses on her alleged contacts with foreign nationals and the nature of the sensitive documents found on her mobile phone.

10 Married Couples And Their Onscreen Chemistry

10 Married Couples And Their Onscreen Chemistry

Rediff.com6 days ago

From Alia Bhatt-Ranbir Kapoor to Nazriya Nazim-Fahadh Faasil, these real-life celebrity couples have continued their romance on screen after marriage, giving us everything from crackling chemistry to intriguing cinematic collaborations.

Kareena Kapoor Khan Teams Up With Lando Norris

Kareena Kapoor Khan Teams Up With Lando Norris

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Kareena Kapoor Khan continues to be one of India's most prominent brand and pop-culture icons.

Gambhir on India's Defeat: 'We Need to Find a Way to Defend Totals'

Gambhir on India's Defeat: 'We Need to Find a Way to Defend Totals'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir acknowledged Roston Chase's disciplined bowling spell as a 'game-changing' factor in the second T20I, but stressed the need for India to improve their ability to defend large totals after West Indies successfully chased down 250.

McLaren to sell five F1 cars driven by Hamilton, Senna and Brad Pitt

McLaren to sell five F1 cars driven by Hamilton, Senna and Brad Pitt

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

McLaren Racing is selling five fully-functioning Formula One cars, including those driven by champions Lewis Hamilton and Ayrton Senna, and one tested by Hollywood actor Brad Pitt, with prices expected to reach tens of millions of dollars.

The Village India Seized From Pakistan

The Village India Seized From Pakistan

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian Army captured Thang in Ladakh in the 1971 War. Ghulam Hussain had left home for a routine errand found himself on the other side of an altered border. He could never return and found a new country and a new home.

8 killed, 15 injured as vehicle plunges 15 feet off Delhi-Mumbai E-way

8 killed, 15 injured as vehicle plunges 15 feet off Delhi-Mumbai E-way

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

A tempo travller carrying around 23 passengers veered off the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and plunged into a 15-feet-deep drain in Kota, Rajasthan, on Saturday morning. The accident resulted in eight fatalities and 15 injuries, with driver drowsiness suspected as the cause. Most passengers were extended family members from Madhya Pradesh on a pilgrimage.

Social Media Influencer Arrested In Palghar For Rape, 'Love Jihad' Allegations

Social Media Influencer Arrested In Palghar For Rape, 'Love Jihad' Allegations

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A 22-year-old social media influencer and gym trainer, Arif Ayub Shaikh, has been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, on charges of rape, physical abuse, and attempting to force a woman to convert her religion under the guise of marriage. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has labelled the case as "love jihad," alleging a larger network exploiting young Hindu girls in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Police recovered over 100 explicit video clips from Shaikh's phone, with some potentially distributed abroad.

Kolkata stampede: 'Poor crowd control left visitors confused'

Kolkata stampede: 'Poor crowd control left visitors confused'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Kolkata Police have launched an investigation into the stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal that resulted in 19 deaths on Saturday evening. The probe focuses on potential lapses in crowd management, confusion over entry/exit routes, and the impact of heavy rain. Eyewitnesses and locals have pointed to inadequate police presence and poor communication, while the Chief Minister also raised concerns about dimly lit pandals and the actions of private security.

Husband Stabs Wife To Death In Delhi Over Family Dispute

Husband Stabs Wife To Death In Delhi Over Family Dispute

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A 32-year-old woman, Ruby, was allegedly stabbed to death by her husband, Vikas, in their rented house in northwest Delhi's Nihal Vihar following a family dispute. The accused fled the scene, and police have registered a murder case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with investigations underway to apprehend him.

Gurugram Police Arrest Man For Harassing CISF Personnel At Metro Station

Gurugram Police Arrest Man For Harassing CISF Personnel At Metro Station

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Gurugram Police have arrested Manish Kumar for allegedly misbehaving with a woman CISF personnel at IFFCO Chowk metro station. Kumar is accused of snatching her phone, obstructing duty, and threatening her family, following a period of stalking and harassment. Police apprehended him on Tuesday, and his criminal record shows previous cases of molestation and vehicle damage.

Sanjay Raut Leads Opposition Attack On Fadnavis Over Rising Crime

Sanjay Raut Leads Opposition Attack On Fadnavis Over Rising Crime

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut and Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan have strongly criticised the Maharashtra government, particularly Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis, over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state. They cited recent incidents like the firing at actor Tiger Shroff and the murder of a Shiv Sena worker, demanding a "regime change" and accountability from the government.

Why Shreyas Iyer Called Back Arshdeep in Final Over

Why Shreyas Iyer Called Back Arshdeep in Final Over

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

India captain Shreyas Iyer called back Arshdeep Singh after the pacer was struck on the shoulder by a Shamar Joseph bouncer in the final over of the fourth T20I against the West Indies in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

Faridabad Wife, Lover Arrested In Husband's Murder Plot

Faridabad Wife, Lover Arrested In Husband's Murder Plot

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A woman and her alleged lover have been arrested in Faridabad for conspiring to murder her husband. The wife reportedly delivered the fatal knife blow to her husband's neck after he fell asleep under the influence of alcohol. The victim's brother filed a complaint, leading to the arrests and ongoing police interrogation.

'Dear PM Ambani': Musk's latest swipe at Reliance, BJP

'Dear PM Ambani': Musk's latest swipe at Reliance, BJP

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Elon Musk has escalated his criticism of Indian industrialist Mukesh Ambani, sharing media reports that alleged Reliance-funded firms helped boost BJP campaigns on social media and made large political donations. This comes amidst a persistent delay in the launch of Starlink satellite broadband services in India, with Musk accusing Ambani of protecting a monopoly. The Indian government maintains its telecom framework is fair and non-discriminatory, while Reliance has not publicly responded to Musk's allegations.

Team Dipke released with 1-year condition to 'maintain peace'

Team Dipke released with 1-year condition to 'maintain peace'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka, and Saurav Das were released after preventive arrest following their detention at the Delhi airport, on the condition that they would not 'breach peace' for a year.

FA Fines Fulham Boss Alvaro Arbeloa Over Man United Bias Claims

FA Fines Fulham Boss Alvaro Arbeloa Over Man United Bias Claims

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Fulham coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been fined 25,000 pounds and warned by the FA after suggesting officials would not allow Manchester United to lose.

'Salman Khan Is The Main Target, Not Tiger'

'Salman Khan Is The Main Target, Not Tiger'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

'This incident will send a wave of fear through the entire Bollywood community.'

No result in Bengaluru! India, Windies split T20I series

No result in Bengaluru! India, Windies split T20I series

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

The fifth and final T20 International between India and the West Indies was abandoned due to persistent rain on Saturday, resulting in the series being drawn 2-2. India had scored 118 for five in 7.4 overs in the rain-shortened match before play was called off.