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JioHotstar launches in UK, Canada, and Singapore with vast content library

JioHotstar launches in UK, Canada, and Singapore with vast content library

Rediff.com3 days ago

JioHotstar has officially launched its streaming services in the UK, Canada, and Singapore, offering over 160,000 hours of Indian entertainment in more than 12 languages, targeting both the South Asian diaspora and a wider global audience.

Indian family wants UK govt to repay 109-yr-old loan taken during WWI

Indian family wants UK govt to repay 109-yr-old loan taken during WWI

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Descendants of a Madhya Pradesh businessman are seeking repayment from the UK government for a Rs 35,000 loan made during World War I. The UK Debt Management Office has responded, asking for further documentation to examine the claim, which the family estimates to be worth crores today with interest.

India-UK trade pact: 85% of India's exports out of British steel measures

India-UK trade pact: 85% of India's exports out of British steel measures

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

India has successfully negotiated the protection of its steel export interests under the free trade agreement with the UK, ensuring 85 per cent of its outbound shipments remain outside Britain's steel safeguard measures. This consensus addresses a key sticking point ahead of the comprehensive economic and trade agreement (CETA) coming into force on July 15.

India's Junior Women's Hockey Squad Ready For Asia Cup Challenge

India's Junior Women's Hockey Squad Ready For Asia Cup Challenge

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian women's junior hockey team, led by Khaidem Shileima Chanu and coached by Tim White, is set to compete in the AHF Women's Junior Asia Cup in Moqi, China, from September 4 to 13. The team has undergone extensive preparations, including an exposure tour to the UK and matches against an India A side, and is confident of a strong performance against top Asian rivals.

India And UK Startup Ecosystems Explore AI Collaboration

India And UK Startup Ecosystems Explore AI Collaboration

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A delegation of Indian startup founders and leaders visited the UK to explore collaborations in artificial intelligence and technology, aiming to strengthen the India-UK innovation corridor.

India's All-Rounder Nitish Reddy Sidelined From UK Tour

India's All-Rounder Nitish Reddy Sidelined From UK Tour

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Indian all-rounder Nitish Reddy has been ruled out of the upcoming white ball tour of the UK due to a quadriceps injury sustained during the recent ODI series against Afghanistan. He will require a minimum of four weeks for rehabilitation.

'Big U-turn For My Life': Former India Cricketer Jacob Martin Acquitted in 22-Year-Old Forgery Case

'Big U-turn For My Life': Former India Cricketer Jacob Martin Acquitted in 22-Year-Old Forgery Case

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Former Indian cricketer Jacob Martin has been acquitted of all charges by the Patiala House Court in a 22-year-old criminal case involving allegations of forgery and passport act violations, bringing him significant relief after years of stress.

Why Penguin India did not publish Sonia Gandhi's memoir

Why Penguin India did not publish Sonia Gandhi's memoir

Rediff.com7 days ago

Penguin Random House India has clarified that it is not the publisher of Sonia Gandhi's memoir, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," in India. This statement follows reports suggesting the publisher backed out due to Gandhi's refusal of editorial changes. The company maintains it was willing to publish but has a prerogative to fact-check authors. The book's India distribution remains uncertain, though an e-book version is available for pre-order from another publisher.

India Has 15 Judges Per Million People

India Has 15 Judges Per Million People

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

It highlights a profound shortage that marginal additions cannot easily resolve.

India-UK Trade Deal to Kick Off July 15, PM Modi Confirms

India-UK Trade Deal to Kick Off July 15, PM Modi Confirms

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will come into effect on July 15, 2026, anticipating a significant boost to bilateral trade and investment.

Team India players report for gruelling fitness Test at CoE Bengaluru

Team India players report for gruelling fitness Test at CoE Bengaluru

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's top centrally-contracted cricketers, including Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, underwent mandatory fitness tests at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. These assessments, featuring the Bronco Test, 2k run, and YoYo test, are crucial for the upcoming eight-month home season, which includes series against Afghanistan and West Indies, and the Asian Games.

One In 10 Staff At California Unicorns Works In India

One In 10 Staff At California Unicorns Works In India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

One in 10 employees at California-headquartered technology unicorns now work from India, surpassing other major US tech hubs and several countries, driven by US visa restrictions and substantial cost savings.

JLR India gets FTA boost, Q1 sales soar 11 percent

JLR India gets FTA boost, Q1 sales soar 11 percent

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) India reported its highest-ever first-quarter retail sales for FY27, with 1,665 vehicles retailed, an 11 per cent year-on-year increase, largely due to sustained demand for premium SUVs and the benefits of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement.

India-UK FTA: Alcobev Industry Welcomes Tariff Cuts, Domestic Makers Seek Level Playing Field

India-UK FTA: Alcobev Industry Welcomes Tariff Cuts, Domestic Makers Seek Level Playing Field

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Industry bodies representing alcoholic beverage manufacturers have welcomed the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which will see tariffs on UK whisky and gin reduced, boosting bilateral trade and supporting premiumisation. However, domestic manufacturers are calling for state governments to withdraw concessions currently enjoyed by imported liquor brands.

Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team Gains Crucial Experience In UK Tour

Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team Gains Crucial Experience In UK Tour

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

The Indian junior women's hockey team concluded a seven-match exposure tour of the UK, securing three wins and four losses against various international teams. This tour served as crucial preparation for the upcoming Under-21 Asia Cup in China, providing valuable experience and insights into areas for improvement.

7 Krishna Temples Around The World

7 Krishna Temples Around The World

Rediff.com2 days ago

What do a Rajasthani style building, an island and a striking lotus-shaped shrine have in common? They are all home to Krishna devotion far from India. Unexpected settings to fascinating architecture, these seven temples offer a glimpse of how Krishna's timeless tradition has travelled across the globe.

India's Junior Women's Hockey Squad Heads To UK For Crucial Exposure

India's Junior Women's Hockey Squad Heads To UK For Crucial Exposure

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

The Indian junior women's hockey team, led by Khaidem Shileima Chanu, will undertake an exposure tour of the United Kingdom from July 5 to 14. Under new coach Tim White, the 24-member squad will play seven matches against teams from Scotland, the United States, England, and Belgium, aiming to fine-tune strategies for upcoming international competitions like the Junior Asia Cup.

How Free Is India Today?

How Free Is India Today?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

As India's decline continued on global indices, the government first blamed methodology and then motives. This is where we remain today as we wish each other and ourselves a happy Independence Day, points out Aakar Patel.

UK court orders Nirav Modi to pay over $11.5 million to Bank of India

UK court orders Nirav Modi to pay over $11.5 million to Bank of India

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi has been ordered by a UK High Court to pay Bank of India over USD 11.5 million, including accruing interest, for a personal loan guarantee related to his Dubai-incorporated firm, Firestar Diamond FZE.

AI Effect: 'Nearly 3 Million Jobs Are At Risk In India'

AI Effect: 'Nearly 3 Million Jobs Are At Risk In India'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

In the next 36 months nearly 25 to 40 per cent of jobs will be under threat from AI and job losses are inevitable.

We need to stay ahead of hackers, Maruti CEO tells automobile meet

We need to stay ahead of hackers, Maruti CEO tells automobile meet

Rediff.com2 days ago

A cyberattack on an automaker can spread through its wider supply chain and create significant financial losses.

Need to adapt better, but reset will take time: Gambhir on India's struggles in UK

Need to adapt better, but reset will take time: Gambhir on India's struggles in UK

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has attributed the team's poor performance in the ongoing UK T20 tour to a transitional 'reset', a lack of game awareness, and failure to correctly read conditions, following their heaviest-ever T20I defeat.

Dabur delivers steady Q1 performance, but volume growth and monsoon worries persist

Dabur delivers steady Q1 performance, but volume growth and monsoon worries persist

Rediff.com2 days ago

Dabur India reported a steady performance in Q1 FY27 with 10.6 per cent year-on-year revenue growth, a 12-quarter high, driven by broad-based gains across India and international businesses. However, volume growth, particularly in beverages due to unseasonal rains, and concerns over monsoon impact on rural demand remain key challenges.

Telangana CM denied US trip, MEA cites 'non-conformity of norms'

Telangana CM denied US trip, MEA cites 'non-conformity of norms'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's planned visit to the United States has been denied political clearance by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), citing non-conformity with laid down norms, forcing him to cancel the US leg of his 'TelanganaRising' delegation tour and return to Hyderabad earlier than planned.

Oppex AI Raises Rs 4.2 Crore To Revolutionise Production Operations

Oppex AI Raises Rs 4.2 Crore To Revolutionise Production Operations

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bengaluru-based Oppex AI, an AI-native platform for production operations, has successfully raised Rs 4.2 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by Info Edge Ventures. The capital will be utilised to expand its team, accelerate product development, and scale deployments, aiming to advance AI-led transformation in enterprise technology.

Mutual funds' overseas equity holdings surged to Rs 93,602 crores in FY26

Mutual funds' overseas equity holdings surged to Rs 93,602 crores in FY26

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian mutual fund holdings in overseas equity securities increased by 37.5 per cent year-on-year to approximately '93,602 crore by March-end, according to RBI data. This growth is attributed to mark-to-market gains from a global market rally and heightened investor interest, with the US remaining the primary destination for these investments.

With New Zealand series in mind, BCCI to arrange County stint for pacer Auqib Nabi

With New Zealand series in mind, BCCI to arrange County stint for pacer Auqib Nabi

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The BCCI is arranging short-term county cricket contracts for talented Indian pacers like Auqib Nabi to prepare them for future international tours, specifically eyeing India's Test series in New Zealand. This initiative aims to provide red-ball experience and exposure to different conditions.

Skoda Bets Big On India With CNG, Diesel and EVs

Skoda Bets Big On India With CNG, Diesel and EVs

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Skoda Auto is strategically navigating the competitive Indian automotive market by prioritising profitable growth, exploring new powertrain options like CNG and a limited diesel return, and gearing up for a locally produced electric SUV, all while expanding its retail footprint.

How A 15-Year-Old Indian Climber Conquered A Challenging Himalayan Peak

How A 15-Year-Old Indian Climber Conquered A Challenging Himalayan Peak

Rediff.com5 days ago

Bengaluru's Ujaan Shivarama, a 15-year-old mountaineer, has successfully summited the 6,250-metre Kang Yatse II peak in Ladakh, making him one of the youngest Indians to achieve this feat. He faced extreme weather conditions and was part of a team where only three out of 14 experienced climbers reached the summit.

Indian Junior Hockey Squads Ready For AHF Asia Cup Challenge

Indian Junior Hockey Squads Ready For AHF Asia Cup Challenge

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's under-21 men's and women's hockey teams are set to begin their AHF Junior Asia Cup campaigns in Moqi, China. The men's team aims for a record-extending sixth title, while the women's team seeks a hat-trick of trophies, both having undergone extensive preparations and exposure tours.

Sonal Dinusha's golden run: Sri Lanka batter joins Sangakkara in elite club

Sonal Dinusha's golden run: Sri Lanka batter joins Sangakkara in elite club

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Sri Lankan batter Sonal Dinusha has made history by smashing his fourth successive fifty-plus score against India in the ongoing Test series, joining an elite group of cricketing legends.

BCCI bids emotional farewell to two India coaches

BCCI bids emotional farewell to two India coaches

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

The BCCI has thanked assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate and fielding coach T Dilip after the duo's successful stints with Team India came to an end, acknowledging their behind-the-scenes role in the team's achievements.

8 Nations With Highest Doctor-To-Population Ratios: Where Is India?

8 Nations With Highest Doctor-To-Population Ratios: Where Is India?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

How well is your country's healthcare system staffed? We compare the density of essential healthcare professionals across countries, based on figures from World Population Review.

Air India picks leader who quadrupled Ethiopian Airlines' revenue

Air India picks leader who quadrupled Ethiopian Airlines' revenue

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Tewolde Gebremariam, a seasoned aviation professional with extensive experience at Ethiopian Airlines, has been named the new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India. He is tasked with leading the airline's ambitious five-year transformation plan, Vihaan.AI, aimed at achieving significant growth and profitability, marking him as the second foreign national to helm Air India under Tata Group ownership.

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Gandhi's 1931 passport for his travel to London was issued in Bombay. It was the last time the Mahatma travelled abroad.

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

Rediff.com1 days ago

"When Royal Enfield turned 100, we were struggling for survival"

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

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

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

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.

Tata Group Faces Massive Funding Challenge

Tata Group Faces Massive Funding Challenge

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Tata Sons has the balance sheet to support them, for now.

Junior Women's Hockey Squad Embarks On UK Exposure Tour

Junior Women's Hockey Squad Embarks On UK Exposure Tour

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

A 24-member Indian Junior women's hockey team has travelled to the United Kingdom for an exposure tour, playing matches against junior teams from England, Scotland, the United States, and Belgium, as well as the Scotland senior women's team, to prepare for upcoming international tournaments like the Junior Asia Cup.

Suryansh Shedge called up for UK T20Is, replaces Reddy

Suryansh Shedge called up for UK T20Is, replaces Reddy

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Suryansh Shedge has been named as the replacement for the injured Nitish Reddy in India's T20I squads for the upcoming series against Ireland and England in the UK. Shedge's call-up follows impressive performances for India A and Mumbai in domestic tournaments.