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NCLT Mumbai okays demerger of Vedanta into 5 distinct entities

NCLT Mumbai okays demerger of Vedanta into 5 distinct entities

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The Mumbai Bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on Tuesday gave its approval to Vedanta Limited's demerger proposal, clearing the way for the group to reorganise its operations into five distinct, sector-specific entities.

'It doesn't look great': Australia sweat over Lyon injury

'It doesn't look great': Australia sweat over Lyon injury

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

During England's run-chase of 435 runs, Lyon had taken three crucial wickets in the second innings and a total of five throughout the game to help his side gain an upper hand.

HC rejects pleas of Hizbul chief's sons in terror funding cases

HC rejects pleas of Hizbul chief's sons in terror funding cases

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

The Delhi High Court dismissed appeals by the sons of Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin and others, challenging the framing of charges against them in terror funding cases, citing the interlocutory nature of the order.

Bangla Unrest: Chicken Neck Returns To India's Security Radar

Bangla Unrest: Chicken Neck Returns To India's Security Radar

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

For decades, the Siliguri Corridor was treated as a geographical vulnerability to be quietly managed. Today, it has emerged as a focal point of eastern geopolitics.

What Putin hopes to achieve on his India visit

What Putin hopes to achieve on his India visit

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India this week aims to secure energy supplies, stabilise defence deliveries and ensure bilateral trade continues smoothly despite strong Western sanctions, GTRI said on Tuesday.

IND-SA 4th T20I called off as smog engulfs Lucknow

IND-SA 4th T20I called off as smog engulfs Lucknow

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The fourth T20I between India and South Africa was called off on Wednesday owing to poor visibility after a dense layer of smog engulfed the Ekana Stadium raising serious questions about BCCI's scheduling of matches in northern part of India during peak winter month.

What The 1962 War Taught The Chinese

What The 1962 War Taught The Chinese

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

The fierce battles of Galwan, Rezang La, Gurung Hill, and Walong taught the PLA a hard lesson: Fighting the Indian Army would never be easy or inexpensive.

'Why Can't Mr Modi Reopen The Passes To Tibet?'

'Why Can't Mr Modi Reopen The Passes To Tibet?'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

On August 5, 1953, Jawaharlal Nehru sent a strange note to the foreign secretary. It is worth mentioning because it was symptomatic of the lack of knowledge about Western Tibet in India and in South Block in particular, notes Claude Arpi.

The Salil Chowdhury You Never Knew

The Salil Chowdhury You Never Knew

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'At a time when there was little awareness of world music, playing western tunes on eastern instruments like the flute and the dholak, blending vocal polyphony with Indian folk and contemporary styles, Salilkaku created a new musical genre in Bengal called Gana Sangeet.'

How India Plays Cricket

How India Plays Cricket

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

In India, cricket games are part of our geographical landscape like the Ganga or the Himalayas or the Western Ghats or Kanyakumari. Millions of games unfold across India at any time of day. Travel in any direction and you are bound to see a cricket game in progress -- be it urban gully cricket to games on dusty village grounds to roaring stadiums to famous greens that cradled cricket like Shivaji Park or Azad Maidan.

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'Non-compatible with Western Civilization' is about as vague and jingoistic as it gets and Trump saying this gives full license to his acolytes to go full throttle on making life as difficult and scary as possible for as many non-white people as possible,' notes Sree Sreenivasan.

Modi and Putin: Hug in airport, ride in car, dinner at 7, LKM

Modi and Putin: Hug in airport, ride in car, dinner at 7, LKM

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for a two-day visit focused on strengthening ties with India, including defense cooperation and trade, amidst a changing geopolitical landscape.

Christmas Karma Review: Over The Top

Christmas Karma Review: Over The Top

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Christmas Karma narrowly misses being a highway pile up, mainly because its heart is in the right place, believes Deepa Gahlot.

Gandhi's observation on Indians was a false narrative: RSS chief

Gandhi's observation on Indians was a false narrative: RSS chief

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Bhagwat said India's concept of 'rashtra' is ancient, organic and fundamentally different from the Western idea of a nation.

'Paatal Lok': Mumbai to get underground tunnels to ease traffic

'Paatal Lok': Mumbai to get underground tunnels to ease traffic

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans for a vast underground tunnel network in Mumbai to ease traffic congestion, describing it as a 'Paatal Lok,' a parallel road system. The tunnel grid will cover the city in multiple directions, complementing existing arterial routes and Metro corridors. Several tunnel projects are under construction, including Thane-Borivali and Mulund-Goregaon, to improve east-west connectivity. An integrated Mumbai One app has been launched to enable a common ticket for various modes of transport.

Anandhi Is The Ultimate Desi Girl Until...

Anandhi Is The Ultimate Desi Girl Until...

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Most days, the Premante actress is all about classic saris and that girl-next-door grace but the minute she slips into western wear, its pure slay mode.

Is India Still Buying Russian Oil?

Is India Still Buying Russian Oil?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Indian private sector and State-run refiners continued to receive crude oil from Russian suppliers even after November 21 -- the winding-down date for US sanctions on supplies from leading Russian oil producers imposed in October -- as new intermediaries sprung up in West Asia to sell the oil, according to senior refining sources and ship tracking data.

Is India Standing Alone in 2025?

Is India Standing Alone in 2025?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The 2025 US National Security Strategy marks a major pullback, with America turning backward and effectively allowing China greater dominance in Asia. while long-time partners like India are left to face an increasingly unstable global order largely on their own, observes Rajeev Srinivasan.

Drama as fan breaches security to touch Kohli's feet!

Drama as fan breaches security to touch Kohli's feet!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Fan breaches security to greet Virat Kohli following his 52nd ODI ton during Ranchi ODI vs SA

Putin's aarti performed in Varanasi

Putin's aarti performed in Varanasi

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

A group in Varanasi organized an 'India-Russia Friendship March' to welcome Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of his visit to India for the annual summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The march highlighted the strong ties between the two nations and expressed hope for strengthened cooperation and global peace.

The Sholay Fandom Continues

The Sholay Fandom Continues

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

In half a century, actors have aged or passed away, the shape of the city has altered, the film industry has changed beyond recognition, most single screens have made way for multiplexes, audiences tastes have changed, rural life is very different now, and inflation has devalued the rupee. But a great film is forever. Deepa Gahlot salutes Sholay, as it re-releases in theatres.

Ethiopian volcanic ash drifts towards India; flights cancelled

Ethiopian volcanic ash drifts towards India; flights cancelled

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Ash clouds from the recent eruption of the HayliGubbi volcano in Ethiopia are impacting flight operations, and there are reports suggesting that clouds might also be drifting towards the western parts of India.

India, Russia Explore Duty Cuts to Rebalance Trade

India, Russia Explore Duty Cuts to Rebalance Trade

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Putin's State visit will centre on fixing the huge India-Russia trade imbalance, with both sides pushing to lower duties, ease non-tariff barriers, and seal a landmark mobility pact to send more Indian workers to Russia.

All That Glitters Is Alaya F

All That Glitters Is Alaya F

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Alaya F is turning 29 and her wardrobe is in full party mode. With glitter-drenched dresses and subtle shimmer moments, she knows exactly how to make sparkle look cool, fresh and never OTT.

Putin to land in Delhi soon, Modi to host private dinner

Putin to land in Delhi soon, Modi to host private dinner

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host Russian President Vladimir Putin for a private dinner and summit, focusing on defence, trade, and geopolitical issues, including the Ukraine conflict and the impact of US sanctions.

India-Russia ties aim at national interests, not against anyone: Putin

India-Russia ties aim at national interests, not against anyone: Putin

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

In the context of India's energy ties with Russia, Putin said certain "actors" dislike New Delhi's growing role in international markets in view of its close relations with Moscow and these elements are aiming to constrain India's influence for political reasons by imposing "artificial obstacles".

Rashmika's Double Bill Drama On OTT

Rashmika's Double Bill Drama On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Rashmika's double bill drama, Tom Cruise on a deadly mission and lots more thrills on OTT this week.

Modi, Putin unveil 2030 roadmap amid US pressure

Modi, Putin unveil 2030 roadmap amid US pressure

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

India and Russia have solidified a five-year plan to enhance their economic and trade partnership, while also addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the threat of terrorism.

Is Butter Yellow The Colour Of The Season?

Is Butter Yellow The Colour Of The Season?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Soft, sunny, and surprisingly versatile, butter yellow is taking over wardrobes.

SA stuns India, Ashwin points finger at batting decline

SA stuns India, Ashwin points finger at batting decline

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin exposed India batters' lack of quality to battle ball tweakers by claiming that if legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar or past domestic heroes Amol Muzumdar, the India women's team head coach and Mithun Manhas had played against spinners on such a track, the Test would have gone to four days, unlike India's harrowing 30-run defeat against South Africa at Eden Gardens.

The Dangers Of Sanchar Snoop

The Dangers Of Sanchar Snoop

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Once the OS layer is opened to the State, it doesn't close, notes Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

What Is DMK's Plan To Counter Vijay?

What Is DMK's Plan To Counter Vijay?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

The DMK may consider a two-tier campaign, where they keep the focus on Chief Minister Stalin, as a senior statesman with 50-plus years of political experience, and let EPS and the BJP shout in the wilderness. In such a case, the second-tier may project Udhayanidhi as the contender and chosen obstructionist in Vijay's path. The attempt, if any, would be to reduce Vijay to Udhayanidhi's level when the former is aiming at Stalin and Stalin alone in the state's political horizon, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Navy's 3rd nuclear submarine to be commissioned soon

Navy's 3rd nuclear submarine to be commissioned soon

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

India is strengthening the naval component of its nuclear triad with Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Tuesday saying that the third indigenous nuclear-powered submarine 'Aridaman' will be commissioned soon and that his force is focusing on boosting its overall combat prowess.

Cyclone Ditwah wreaks havoc in Sri Lanka, 80 killed; India provides relief

Cyclone Ditwah wreaks havoc in Sri Lanka, 80 killed; India provides relief

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka is facing a severe crisis after Cyclone Ditwah caused widespread flooding and landslides, resulting in numerous deaths and displacement. India has launched 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' to provide relief. The situation is expected to remain critical with rising river levels and continued rainfall.

India Set for Colder Plains, Warmer Hills

India Set for Colder Plains, Warmer Hills

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The winters could be cooler in the plains due to the prevailing La Nina conditions though it does not have a direct relationship and also due to influence of the polar vortex.

Su-57 stealth jet, S-400 in focus during Putin's visit

Su-57 stealth jet, S-400 in focus during Putin's visit

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

However, these are understood to be exploratory talks, with an agreement unlikely to be formalised during the current visit.

Putin's India visit: Rahul takes 'insecurity' jab at Centre

Putin's India visit: Rahul takes 'insecurity' jab at Centre

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleges the government discourages foreign dignitaries from meeting the Leader of the Opposition due to insecurity, breaking established traditions.

Was US India's Ally Or Foe In The 1962 War?

Was US India's Ally Or Foe In The 1962 War?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

What appeared to be a generous act of friendship was, in truth, a manoeuvre within a much larger strategic game. The United States used the 1962 war not just to aid India but to test how far it could be pulled into the Western fold, points out Dr Kumar.

The Importance Of Putin's India Visit

The Importance Of Putin's India Visit

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

The enduring relationship between the two countries have survived the disintegration of the erstwhile USSR in 1991, the end of the Cold War and the regime change in both countries, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Alia, Sai Pallavi Are Obsessed With...

Alia, Sai Pallavi Are Obsessed With...

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Once considered a nostalgic piece from our grandmother's jewellery boxes, kanautis (ear chains) are suddenly everywhere and celebs are leading the comeback.