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Mahindra's Bristlecone Targets Billion-Dollar Valuation With 24% Growth

Mahindra's Bristlecone Targets Billion-Dollar Valuation With 24% Growth

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bristlecone, a Mahindra Group company, reported a 24% year-on-year topline growth and aims for a billion-dollar valuation. The AI-powered supply chain services provider is expanding its offerings to include data analytics, AI, and product engineering, focusing on making supply chains more resilient for its global clients across high-tech, retail, manufacturing, and life sciences segments.

Manipur Police Nab Kuki Militant With Foreign Arms, Brown Sugar

Manipur Police Nab Kuki Militant With Foreign Arms, Brown Sugar

Rediff.com2 days ago

A suspected member of the proscribed Kuki National Front (MC) was arrested in Manipur's Churachandpur district with foreign-made firearms, ammunition, and brown sugar. The arrest followed an intelligence-based operation by a joint team of police, CRPF, and Assam Rifles.

The Raaj Kumar You Didn't Know

The Raaj Kumar You Didn't Know

Rediff.com2 days ago

He informed me that on the first day of any shoot, he always questioned the director on the shot and their taking. If they got intimidated and accepted his suggestion without argument, he would continue offering advice through the making of the film.

Punjab Police Dismantles Two Illegal Arms Supply Networks

Punjab Police Dismantles Two Illegal Arms Supply Networks

Rediff.com2 days ago

Amritsar Commissionerate Police has successfully dismantled two illegal arms supply networks, apprehending four individuals, including two juveniles. Authorities recovered 16 sophisticated pistols and seven live cartridges. Preliminary investigations suggest a foreign-based handler facilitated the consignments, which were intended for criminal elements. Further probes are underway to identify all linkages.

India vs NZ 3rd T20I: Can Bhuvneshwar Bounce Back After Poor Start?

India vs NZ 3rd T20I: Can Bhuvneshwar Bounce Back After Poor Start?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the Indian T20I squad has been challenging, with expensive spells in the first two matches against New Zealand putting his place in the playing XI under scrutiny amidst strong competition from other fast bowlers.

Anup Bagchi assumes leadership at HDFC Bank amid challenges

Anup Bagchi assumes leadership at HDFC Bank amid challenges

Rediff.com2 days ago

Anup Bagchi has officially taken over as the managing director and chief executive of HDFC Bank, becoming the first outsider to lead the institution in its three-decade history. He steps into the role facing significant challenges related to core income growth and margins, and will focus on completing the merger with HDFC and engaging with stakeholders.

Man Dies After Assault At Hapur Flour Mill; Two Held

Man Dies After Assault At Hapur Flour Mill; Two Held

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

A 55-year-old man, Naseem Ahmed, died on Sunday after being allegedly assaulted at a flour mill in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, following an argument. Police have taken two individuals into custody for questioning as they investigate the incident. Family members claim the deceased was a journalist, though police have not confirmed this.

Police Nab Conman Who Stole Gold Ring With 'Magic Pebble' Trick

Police Nab Conman Who Stole Gold Ring With 'Magic Pebble' Trick

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Beed, Maharashtra, arrested a man who allegedly stole an elderly person's Rs 1 lakh gold ring by claiming he could magically transform a pebble into a rudraksha bead. The accused, a habitual offender, was tracked down in Nashik and confessed to the crime, leading to the recovery of the stolen ornament.

Homebuyers, Don't Fall For Festive Offers

Homebuyers, Don't Fall For Festive Offers

Rediff.com2 days ago

More important than the offer is whether the developer can deliver the home as promised.

Sakshi Vaidya's Lookbook Is To Die For!

Sakshi Vaidya's Lookbook Is To Die For!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sakshi Vaidya is making her Bollywood debut with Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar, but her journey to the big screen began well before Hindi cinema came calling. She is also giving us plenty to look at in the fashion department.

Three Arrested In Bengaluru Road Rage Murder Case

Three Arrested In Bengaluru Road Rage Murder Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

Three men have been arrested in Bengaluru for their alleged involvement in a fatal road rage incident where a man was hit by a car and dragged for nearly 150 metres in Electronic City. The victim, Ranjith Kumar Sahu, succumbed to his injuries after intervening in an altercation. Police are searching for a fourth absconding accused.

Husband Arrested For Stabbing Man In Live-In Relationship

Husband Arrested For Stabbing Man In Live-In Relationship

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man was stabbed to death in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu district by the husband of a woman with whom he was in a live-in relationship. The accused, Satish Jat, attacked Rajesh Kumawat alias Sonu alias Michael while he was sleeping. Satish was apprehended by family members and later taken into police custody.

Youth Stabbed To Death Over Motorcycle Parking Dispute In Delhi

Youth Stabbed To Death Over Motorcycle Parking Dispute In Delhi

Rediff.com2 days ago

A young man was allegedly stabbed to death in northwest Delhi's Pratap Vihar area following an argument over parking his motorcycle. The incident occurred late Sunday night when a group of youths objected to the parking, leading to a physical altercation and the victim being fatally stabbed. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating.

Three Arrested For Exhuming Skeletons For Medical Institute

Three Arrested For Exhuming Skeletons For Medical Institute

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Raichur, Karnataka, have arrested three men, including a cemetery worker and two medical institute employees, for allegedly exhuming and stealing human skeletal remains from a cemetery. The bones were reportedly sold to a private medical institution for academic purposes, with the cemetery worker receiving Rs 3,000 per skeleton. The racket was uncovered after locals spotted suspicious activity, leading to arrests on Sunday.

Manvir Singh's Late Strike Secures Victory For Mohun Bagan Over Chennaiyin FC

Manvir Singh's Late Strike Secures Victory For Mohun Bagan Over Chennaiyin FC

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated Chennaiyin FC 1-0 in an Indian Super League match, with Manvir Singh scoring the decisive goal in the 85th minute. The closely contested game saw both goalkeepers make crucial saves before Bagan secured the late victory.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip on High Crude Prices, IT Sector Woes

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip on High Crude Prices, IT Sector Woes

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to persistently high crude oil prices and significant selling pressure in IT stocks, with global factors like US bond yields and upcoming Federal Reserve decisions also contributing to cautious investor sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 27.

Microsoft Announces Voluntary Exit Programme For Employees

Microsoft Announces Voluntary Exit Programme For Employees

Rediff.com2 days ago

Microsoft has launched a voluntary exit programme for eligible employees in India, the US, the UK, and Canada. The initiative offers financial support and career planning resources, with eligible employees in India having until December 1 to decide. The package includes severance benefits and health insurance, aiming to provide flexibility for employees and allow the company to adjust its workforce. This comes as Microsoft continues significant investments in India's AI ecosystem.

Drug Accused Shot In Leg During Escape Attempt From Ahmedabad Police

Drug Accused Shot In Leg During Escape Attempt From Ahmedabad Police

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man, Kafeel Ahmed, arrested in a Rs 25 crore narcotics case, was shot in the leg on Monday after allegedly attempting to escape from Ahmedabad Crime Branch custody during a medical check-up. A sub-inspector was also injured in the scuffle, and police are expected to provide more details on Tuesday.

Lava Aura Curve Offers Curved AMOLED Display, 6,000 mAh Battery

Lava Aura Curve Offers Curved AMOLED Display, 6,000 mAh Battery

Rediff.com2 days ago

With a 120 Hz curved AMOLED display, a 6,000 mAh battery and a 50 MP camera, the Lava Aura Curve aims to appeal to smartphone buyers looking for a blend of style and everyday performance.

How Amritsar Police Dismantled Two Illegal Arms Networks

How Amritsar Police Dismantled Two Illegal Arms Networks

Rediff.com2 days ago

Amritsar Commissionerate Police have successfully dismantled two distinct illegal arms supply networks, apprehending four individuals, including two juveniles. The operations led to the recovery of 16 sophisticated pistols and seven live cartridges. Investigations suggest the accused were in contact with a foreign-based handler facilitating these arms consignments to criminal elements.

Villagers Nab Two Accused In Begusarai Alleged Rape Case

Villagers Nab Two Accused In Begusarai Alleged Rape Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 15-year-old girl with mental disabilities was allegedly raped in Bihar's Begusarai district. Villagers apprehended two accused individuals following the incident and handed them over to the police. The alleged crime occurred on Sunday evening at an abandoned house, and a forensic team has collected evidence.

Kushagra Rawat, Sajan Prakash Clinch Gold At Inaugural National Aquatic Championships

Kushagra Rawat, Sajan Prakash Clinch Gold At Inaugural National Aquatic Championships

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi's Kushagra Rawat won gold in the men's 1500m freestyle, while Sajan Prakash secured gold in the men's 50m butterfly at the inaugural Short Course Senior National Aquatic Championships in Ahmedabad. Other winners included Advait Page in men's 400m medley and Tvisha Nikhil Dixit in women's 400m medley.

Haryana's Nishchay Sets New National Discus Record

Haryana's Nishchay Sets New National Discus Record

Rediff.com2 days ago

Haryana's Nishchay set a new national record in the U18 discus throw at the 41st National Junior Athletics Championships in Chennai on Monday, winning gold with a throw of 66.75m and surpassing the previous record set in 2010.

Ex-Panchayat Mukhiya's Husband Murdered In Saharsa

Ex-Panchayat Mukhiya's Husband Murdered In Saharsa

Rediff.com2 days ago

Javed Iqbal alias Guddu Alam, husband of former Harewa panchayat mukhiya Umme Kulsum, was shot dead on Monday while returning from a wedding in Saharsa district, Bihar. Police are investigating the murder, with preliminary findings suggesting old enmity, though a recent dispute involving Iqbal's son is also being considered.

New NCC Hangar Boosts Aviation Training In Himachal Pradesh

New NCC Hangar Boosts Aviation Training In Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com2 days ago

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurated a Rs 75 lakh NCC hangar at Bhuntar Airport in Kullu. This new facility aims to significantly enhance aviation training infrastructure for NCC cadets, offering practical knowledge, simulator training, and flying skill development. It is the first dedicated facility of its kind in Kullu since Air NCC's inception in Himachal Pradesh in 1972, designed to inspire youth towards careers in aviation and the Indian Air Force.

Mizoram Police's Major Drug Bust: Rs 77 Crore Seized, 29 Arrested

Mizoram Police's Major Drug Bust: Rs 77 Crore Seized, 29 Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mizoram Police conducted a significant drug bust in September, seizing narcotics worth Rs 77.15 crore and arresting 29 individuals, including six Myanmar nationals. The confiscated drugs included methamphetamine, morphine, and heroin. Police emphasised their ongoing efforts to combat the drug menace and urged public cooperation.

Uttar Pradesh Attracts Global Tech Investment With Pro-Business Policies

Uttar Pradesh Attracts Global Tech Investment With Pro-Business Policies

Rediff.com2 days ago

Global companies like LG Electronics, Smartworks, Microsoft, and HCL Technologies lauded Uttar Pradesh's investor-friendly policies, infrastructure, and talent at the GCC Innovation Summit 2026. They shared positive experiences, highlighting the state's swift decision-making and commitment to fostering a conducive environment for Global Capability Centres, leading to significant investments and job creation.

SAI Kolkata Felicitates Asian Games Gold Medallists And Bronze Winner

SAI Kolkata Felicitates Asian Games Gold Medallists And Bronze Winner

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Sports Authority of India, Kolkata, felicitated Asian Games gold medallists Sahil Rajesh Jadhav and Kirti Sharma, along with bronze medallist rower Satnam Singh, for their outstanding performances. The athletes expressed gratitude for the support, with Sahil also securing an Olympic quota for the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Young Squash Talents Shine At National Championship

Young Squash Talents Shine At National Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

Agastya Bansal of Maharashtra and Kriya Saravanan of Tamil Nadu secured their spots in the quarterfinals of the Sub-Junior & Junior National Squash Championship on Monday. Bansal caused an upset in the U-19 boys' category, while Saravanan advanced in the U-19 girls' section. Other notable wins included Dhairya Gogia in U-15 boys' and Pradeepsingh Rathore in U-17 boys'.

Karnataka Gears Up For Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026

Karnataka Gears Up For Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026

Rediff.com2 days ago

Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge reviewed preparations for the 29th Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026, themed "AI & Beyond." The summit, scheduled for November 17-19, 2026, will feature over 1,800 exhibitors, focusing on AI, DeepTech, biotechnology, electronics, robotics, and startups, aiming to foster innovation and collaboration.

Svayam Ensures Accessibility For World Armwrestling Championship In New Delhi

Svayam Ensures Accessibility For World Armwrestling Championship In New Delhi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Accessibility organisation Svayam has partnered with the People's Armwrestling Federation India (PAFI) to ensure adequate facilities and transportation for the upcoming 47th World Armwrestling Championship and 28th World Para Armwrestling Championship in New Delhi. The partnership will focus on accessibility audits, staff sensitisation, and accessible transportation for the event, which will host athletes from 56 countries, including 400 para-athletes.

IIT-Kharagpur Pioneers Physical AI With New School

IIT-Kharagpur Pioneers Physical AI With New School

Rediff.com2 days ago

IIT-Kharagpur announced the establishment of India's first dedicated academic school for Physical Artificial Intelligence (AI), named the Benjamin Gupta School of Physical AI. Funded by a Rs 35 crore investment, including contributions from alumnus Vinod Gupta and an anonymous donor, the school will focus on developing intelligent systems that interact with the physical world, moving beyond conventional data-driven AI. Academic programmes are expected to commence soon, aiming to foster reliable and responsible AI technologies for various applications.

Indian Kabaddi Teams Secure Semifinal Berths With Dominant Wins

Indian Kabaddi Teams Secure Semifinal Berths With Dominant Wins

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's women's and men's kabaddi teams both secured dominant victories over Nigeria at the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad on Monday, advancing to the semifinals. The women's team won 38-10, while the men's team triumphed 50-23, marking their fourth consecutive wins in the tournament. Other matches saw Singapore, Malaysia, and Uganda also register wins.

Indian Boxers Shine At World U-19 Championships

Indian Boxers Shine At World U-19 Championships

Rediff.com2 days ago

Aditya has become the second Indian boxer to reach the final of the World Boxing U-19 Championships in the men's 55kg category. Megha Sheokand also secured a final spot in the women's 80kg category. India is guaranteed two bronze medals from Harshika and Prachi Tokas.

Young Indian Athletes Eye Global Stage At Youth Olympics

Young Indian Athletes Eye Global Stage At Youth Olympics

Rediff.com2 days ago

India is sending a 17-member contingent, led by table tennis player Syndrela Das and swimmer Dhinidhi Desinghu, to the Dakar 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Senegal. The team will compete in 11 sports, with athletes like Sarthak Arya viewing the event as a crucial stepping stone for future Olympic aspirations. IOA president P T Usha highlighted the Games' importance for developing future Indian champions.

Police Bust Gambling Ring In Jamshedpur, Seize Rs 7.67 Lakh

Police Bust Gambling Ring In Jamshedpur, Seize Rs 7.67 Lakh

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jamshedpur police arrested 15 individuals for alleged gambling during a raid on a house in Prakashnagar, seizing Rs 7.67 lakh in cash. All arrested persons have been remanded to judicial custody. This action comes as East Singhbhum district police intensify efforts to curb criminal activities during the festival season.

Supreme Court Slams UP Police, Awards Rs 6 Lakh To Man Wrongly Jailed For 6 Years

Supreme Court Slams UP Police, Awards Rs 6 Lakh To Man Wrongly Jailed For 6 Years

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court has ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to pay Rs 6 lakh in reparation to a man who spent six years in custody as an undertrial due to a "slipshod investigation" in a murder case. The apex court slammed the UP Police and prosecuting agencies, emphasising their role in ensuring justice for all, including the accused, and highlighted the "travesty of justice" in this case.

Police Arrest One In Bengal Teen Rape-Murder Case

Police Arrest One In Bengal Teen Rape-Murder Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 17-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. She went missing on Saturday night after attending a musical programme, and her body was found on Sunday morning. Police have arrested one person in connection with the crime, with initial investigations pointing to rape and murder.

Unlimited Health Cover Sounds Great. What's The Catch?

Unlimited Health Cover Sounds Great. What's The Catch?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Unlimited health insurance plans offer a financial cushion against mounting medical bills, but buyers must look beyond the coverage amount and understand the fine print, including exclusions, waiting periods, and co-payments, before committing to the high premiums.

Delhi High Court Flags Police Inaction Against Hostile POCSO Witness

Delhi High Court Flags Police Inaction Against Hostile POCSO Witness

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Delhi High Court has criticised the police's "total disinterest" in taking action against a POCSO case survivor who allegedly lied in court, despite agencies often blaming hostile witnesses for acquittals. The court made these observations while granting bail to an accused, noting the prosecutrix's "blatant lie" about not appearing before a judge.