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Meet India's Corporate Fraudsters

Meet India's Corporate Fraudsters

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The average Indian fraudster isn't an outsider exploiting security loopholes. He's usually a man between 26 and 45 years of age, working in operations or procurement, with more than six years at the organisation.

Why India's Students Are Stressed

Why India's Students Are Stressed

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'Almost half of our students still remain unsure and career anxiety continues to steal their sleep and peace of mind.'

Why No Indian Players Will Feature in SA20

Why No Indian Players Will Feature in SA20

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The BCCI bars active Indian cricketers -- international or domestic -- from playing in overseas leagues to protect the IPL's exclusivity.

'We've to honour...' RCB break silence on stampede

'We've to honour...' RCB break silence on stampede

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Now, over three months after the tragic stampede, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have broken the silence on the matter.

BSF foils infiltration in J-K's Kathua, guns down Pak intruder

BSF foils infiltration in J-K's Kathua, guns down Pak intruder

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

A Pakistani intruder was killed by the BSF while attempting to cross the International Border in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir. The BSF is lodging a protest with Pakistani counterparts.

Sprint great Fraser-Pryce to hang spikes after Tokyo worlds

Sprint great Fraser-Pryce to hang spikes after Tokyo worlds

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Despite limited races this season, the five-foot sprinter known affectionately as the "Pocket Rocket" qualified for her ninth world championships by finishing third at the Jamaican trials in the 100m.

Wife arrested in ex-K'taka DGP's murder case, reveals motive

Wife arrested in ex-K'taka DGP's murder case, reveals motive

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

The body of the former Karnataka police chief, a 1981 batch IPS officer hailing from Bihar, was found in a pool of blood on the ground floor of his three-storey house in the posh HSR Layout in the city on Sunday.

Weaker Nations Get Used. Warning For India

Weaker Nations Get Used. Warning For India

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'Trump does have a master plan in mind to put pressure on India with the additional tariff of 25 per cent to get Modi to persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to freeze the Ukraine war.' 'It has not worked so far. By end-September only we'll know for sure the future trajectory of India's oil purchases from Russia,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Farewell MiG-21. Flying Legend, IAF's Soul

Farewell MiG-21. Flying Legend, IAF's Soul

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The MiG-21's sharp silhouette and supersonic roar will live on in the memories of those who flew it, those who maintained it, and those who watched it streak across the sky as a symbol of India's strength, asserts IAF veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

16 BSF jawans awarded gallantry medals for Op Sindoor

16 BSF jawans awarded gallantry medals for Op Sindoor

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Among the medal winners are a deputy commandant rank officer, two assistant commandants and an inspector.

Shots fired at Kapil Sharma's restaurant in Canada; none hurt

Shots fired at Kapil Sharma's restaurant in Canada; none hurt

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Kapil Sharma's newly opened restaurant in Surrey, Canada, was targeted in a shooting incident. No injuries were reported, and police are investigating the motive.

CAFA Nations: India ready for tricky Afghan challenge

CAFA Nations: India ready for tricky Afghan challenge

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

India eye victory against Afghanistan in push for CAFA Nations Cup play-offs

'Gill will play aggressive cricket, to prove a point'

'Gill will play aggressive cricket, to prove a point'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Gill will try to prove a point with aggressive cricket in Asia Cup, says Irfan Pathan

At 38, Joshna Chinappa refuses to quit

At 38, Joshna Chinappa refuses to quit

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Joshna Chinappa continues to push boundaries despite being on the wrong side of 30s

6 killed after gunman opens fire at Bangkok market

6 killed after gunman opens fire at Bangkok market

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

A shooting incident at Or Tor Kor Market in Bangkok resulted in the deaths of at least six people, including four security guards. Police are investigating the motive.

How Siraj's tip helped Arshdeep survive Test frustration

How Siraj's tip helped Arshdeep survive Test frustration

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

In a week's time, Arshdeep will be operating with a white ball in the Asia Cup in the UAE.

HC sets aside CIC order to disclose Modi's degree

HC sets aside CIC order to disclose Modi's degree

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

The Delhi High Court has set aside a Central Information Commission (CIC) order that directed the disclosure of information related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's bachelor's degree.

'The passing of Vece Paes draws curtains on a great era of hockey'

'The passing of Vece Paes draws curtains on a great era of hockey'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

An unshakable pillar of Indian sports, the 80-year-old Dr Vece Paes leaves behind a legacy of achievement both in and out of competition, motivating countless athletes and sports admirers.

Why 'Number 01' tree at Parliament's Gaj Dwar is being shifted

Why 'Number 01' tree at Parliament's Gaj Dwar is being shifted

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The tree, about seven years old, will be transplanted near the Prerna Sthal, which houses the statues of national icons and freedom fighters that were earlier at different places on the premises.

Is Gukesh Being Targeted For His Achievement?

Is Gukesh Being Targeted For His Achievement?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

'I see an unjust personal attack by some players, probably due to sheer jealousy.'

Tete-Led India Eye Direct World Cup Spot at Asia Cup

Tete-Led India Eye Direct World Cup Spot at Asia Cup

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

The 23-year-old Salima has been an integral part of the team for a while after being appointed captain last year.

Alcaraz admits: Money motivated my Saudi Arabia trip

Alcaraz admits: Money motivated my Saudi Arabia trip

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Carlos Alcaraz reveals prize money attracted him to Saudi's Six Kings Slam

Oppn candidate Reddy urges MPs to vote with conscience in VP polls

Oppn candidate Reddy urges MPs to vote with conscience in VP polls

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy appeals to MPs to vote with conscience in the upcoming vice presidential polls, urging them to prioritize the spirit of India and parliamentary traditions over party loyalty.

'Make them feel hell': Kohli's words that made history

'Make them feel hell': Kohli's words that made history

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

On this day in 2021, batting maestro Virat Kohli delivered his iconic speech during the team hurdle, "For 60 overs they should feel like hell out there."

'People say Sanju has changed; he's arrogant nowadays'

'People say Sanju has changed; he's arrogant nowadays'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Although Shubman Gill's return to the T20 side has cast a shadow over Sanju Samson's place in the playing XI for the Asia Cup in the UAE, the hard-hitting wicketkeeper-batter will be counting on head coach Gautam Gambhir, who has often spoken highly of his positive attitude.

BJP-AIADMK Gift Stalin An Election Issue

BJP-AIADMK Gift Stalin An Election Issue

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Amit Shah seemingly encouraging AIADMK dissident Sengottaiyan after party boss Edappadi K Palaniswami had removed his one-time mentor from all party posts has not gone down well with party cadres. They are now ready to buy Team EPS' theory that the BJP and Amit Shah are out to liquidate the AIADMK, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

BJP youth wing leader, kin hacked to death in Maha's Thane

BJP youth wing leader, kin hacked to death in Maha's Thane

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

A BJP youth wing leader and his cousin were murdered by armed assailants in Thane district, Maharashtra. Police have launched an investigation and detained two people for questioning.

Startup Advice I Wish People Could Ignore

Startup Advice I Wish People Could Ignore

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Mamaearth Co-Founder Ghazal Alagh warns entrepreneurs against three common pieces of startup advice, calling them traps that hinder speed, stifle innovation, and limit real growth opportunities.

Sharvari's #MondayMotivation For You!

Sharvari's #MondayMotivation For You!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Sharvari shares some fabulous Monday motivation, as she gets ready to start shooting for her new film, Alpha.

Using ChatGPT's Study Mode? Read This

Using ChatGPT's Study Mode? Read This

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

If students use AI as an answer machine, they are not going to learn, cautions OpenAI's Leah Belsky.

EPS Shows BJP Who Is The Boss in Tamil Nadu

EPS Shows BJP Who Is The Boss in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'The EPS camp feels assertiveness will help the AIADMK keep the BJP's seat-share ambitions to the minimum,' observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Sudarshan Chakra' will be India's own 'Iron Dome': CDS

'Sudarshan Chakra' will be India's own 'Iron Dome': CDS

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Gen Chauhan said a "whole of the nation" approach will be required to develop the shield.

Kapil Sharma's Kap's Cafe breaks silence on shooting in Canada

Kapil Sharma's Kap's Cafe breaks silence on shooting in Canada

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

The cafe said in an Instagram post that they were "processing the shock" but stand firm against violence.

'Hard Times Made Me Better'

'Hard Times Made Me Better'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'In cricket, certain things are not in our control.'

Alert! Why 120/80 BP Is Now High Risk

Alert! Why 120/80 BP Is Now High Risk

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Blood pressure management is no longer just about a number on a chart

Will take up arms for religion: Jain monk on pigeon feeding ban

Will take up arms for religion: Jain monk on pigeon feeding ban

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

The BMC's decision to ban public feeding of pigeons in view of health hazards associated with the practice and close kabutarkhanas has led to a controversy. People who feed pigeons have challenged the civic body's decision in the Bombay high court.

'India must not adjust for him, Bumrah must'

'India must not adjust for him, Bumrah must'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

As debates around Jasprit Bumrah's workload continue, Sanjay Manjrekar has taken a firm stance - arguing that the onus lies on the pacer to adapt, not the system.

70-year-old Sikh man assaulted in US, suffers skull fracture

70-year-old Sikh man assaulted in US, suffers skull fracture

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

An elderly Sikh man was assaulted in Los Angeles, suffering a skull fracture and potential brain trauma. A suspect has been arrested for the attack.

Stalin Goes To Bihar: What Gives?

Stalin Goes To Bihar: What Gives?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Like his father Karunanidhi and AIADMK rivals MGR and Jayalalithaa, Stalin would like to confine his real political work to Tamil Nadu, and not want to take after the late Congress leader K Kamaraj and take up a national role, even if to create greater political space for son Udhayanidhi, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Atmane stuns Rune; sets up Sinner semi-final in Cincinnati

Atmane stuns Rune; sets up Sinner semi-final in Cincinnati

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Defending champion Jannik Sinner swept past Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-0, 6-2 on Thursday to reach the Cincinnati Open semi-finals, the world number one extending his hardcourt winning streak to 25 matches.