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4 Reasons Why Market Recovered After March Crash

4 Reasons Why Market Recovered After March Crash

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Once the market decides it wants to go up, it goes up -- no amount of bad news can really hold it back.'

GST Returns May Lose Edit Option

GST Returns May Lose Edit Option

Rediff.com2 days ago

Businesses may eventually have to file returns largely based on invoices uploaded by suppliers, with limited scope for manual changes.

Gauhati High Court Gives Woman Citizenship Relief

Gauhati High Court Gives Woman Citizenship Relief

Rediff.com2 days ago

The high court granted the petitioner one opportunity to establish her claim to Indian citizenship.

Cockroach Janata Party's X handle withheld, founder starts new account

Cockroach Janata Party's X handle withheld, founder starts new account

Rediff.com3 days ago

Cockroach Janata Party, which according to Dipke had 201,000 followers on X, came about following a controversy over Chief Justice of India Surya Kant using "parasites" and "cockroaches" while pulling up a lawyer for his plea seeking senior designation.

Dowry Deaths: Why Justice Is Still Elusive For Indian Women

Dowry Deaths: Why Justice Is Still Elusive For Indian Women

Rediff.com12 hours ago

A look into the tragic deaths of three young women in India, allegedly due to dowry-related harassment, highlights the persistent social and legal challenges in addressing this issue.

India Ready For ISSF World Cup Shotgun Stage In Almaty

India Ready For ISSF World Cup Shotgun Stage In Almaty

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A 12-member Indian shotgun squad is set to participate in the ISSF World Cup Shotgun stage in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with competitions beginning on Monday, May 4.

Tripura Police File Charge Sheet In Phensedyl Smuggling Case

Tripura Police File Charge Sheet In Phensedyl Smuggling Case

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Tripura Police's Crime Branch has filed a charge sheet against six individuals in connection with a Phensedyl smuggling case, following the seizure of a large quantity of the banned substance last year.

Will Indians Get To Watch FIFA World Cup 2026?

Will Indians Get To Watch FIFA World Cup 2026?

Rediff.com3 days ago

With less than a month to go, football fans have all fingers -- and toes -- crossed, notes Kanika Datta.

Dawood's associate Salim Dola extradited to India from Turkiye

Dawood's associate Salim Dola extradited to India from Turkiye

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Salim Dola, a close associate of mafia kingpin Dawood Ibrahim and a key figure in his drug empire, has been deported to India from Istanbul following an intelligence operation.

Man Held After Teenage Girl Gives Birth In Hospital

Man Held After Teenage Girl Gives Birth In Hospital

Rediff.com12 hours ago

A 24-year-old man has been arrested in Jharkhand's Giridih district on charges of rape after a 14-year-old girl delivered a baby at a government hospital.

National Record Broken Twice At Athletics Federation Competition

National Record Broken Twice At Athletics Federation Competition

Rediff.com2 days ago

The national record in the men's 100m race was broken twice within minutes at the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition. Ancy Sojan won the women's long jump with a meet record, and Seema achieved the Commonwealth Games qualification mark in the women's discus throw.

Chinese API price surge tests India's pharma buffers amid West Asia crisis

Chinese API price surge tests India's pharma buffers amid West Asia crisis

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India's pharmaceutical industry is experiencing increased bulk drug prices, particularly for APIs from China, following the escalation of the West Asia crisis in March. While current inventories provide a temporary buffer, concerns are mounting over the availability of key solvents and feedstocks, potentially leading to manufacturing disruptions and shortages in specific drug categories.

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.

Gurindervir Singh Smashes 100m National Record; Vishal TK Creates History

Gurindervir Singh Smashes 100m National Record; Vishal TK Creates History

Rediff.com1 days ago

Gurindervir Singh set a new national record in the men's 100m, clocking 10.09 seconds, while Vishal TK became the first Indian to run the 400m in under 45 seconds at the National Senior Federation Competition.

UP Police Nab Wildlife Trafficker, Rescue Parrots

UP Police Nab Wildlife Trafficker, Rescue Parrots

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force arrested an alleged interstate wildlife trafficker in Gorakhpur and rescued 100 protected rose-ringed parrots from his possession.

Putin to attend BRICS summit in New Delhi in September

Putin to attend BRICS summit in New Delhi in September

Rediff.com5 days ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, according to a presidential aide.

Why Vinesh Phogat Can Compete In Asian Games Trials

Why Vinesh Phogat Can Compete In Asian Games Trials

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Delhi High Court has approved wrestler Vinesh Phogat's participation in the Asian Games trials, criticising the Wrestling Federation of India's exclusionary selection policy.

How India Brought Back Notorious Drug Trafficker From Turkiye

How India Brought Back Notorious Drug Trafficker From Turkiye

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Narcotics Control Bureau secured the return of drug trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola from Turkiye, announced Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

US tightens Green Card rules, visa holders must apply from home countries

US tightens Green Card rules, visa holders must apply from home countries

Rediff.com2 days ago

The US government on Friday issued a new policy memo tightening rules for foreign nationals on temporary visas seeking permanent residency, stating that persons wanting a Green Card must return to their home country to apply, except in "extraordinary circumstances".

'Is This A Slavery System In India?'

'Is This A Slavery System In India?'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

'Workers are the people who create all the wealth in this country. How can you call them anti-national?'

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Once the currency goes out of the hand, then possibly your major challenge is that it will not come back.'

'Not only Hindu votes': Top pollster decodes BJP's Bengal win

'Not only Hindu votes': Top pollster decodes BJP's Bengal win

Rediff.com4 days ago

According to pollster Pradeep Gupta, years of TMC "misrule" that created a "climate of fear", Prime Minister Narendra Modi's charisma and the organisational abilities of Amit Shah and the RSS brought the BJP to power in West Bengal.

How India Plans To Boost Its Sports Culture

How India Plans To Boost Its Sports Culture

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya released the Srinagar Khel Sankalp document, outlining a national vision to strengthen sports culture through cooperative federalism, focusing on athlete-centric development and infrastructure expansion.

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis Circuit

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis Circuit

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.

Core Infrastructure Sector Output Rises 1.7% in April, Driven by Steel, Cement, Electricity

Core Infrastructure Sector Output Rises 1.7% in April, Driven by Steel, Cement, Electricity

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's eight core infrastructure sectors recorded a two-month high growth of 1.7 per cent in April, primarily boosted by strong performances in steel, cement, and electricity production, according to government data.

AIFF Enhances Coach Education With AFC Fitness Course

AIFF Enhances Coach Education With AFC Fitness Course

Rediff.com5 days ago

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) recently conducted an AFC Fitness Course (Level 1A) at the Inspire Institute of Sport, aiming to strengthen coach education and fitness training standards within the Indian football ecosystem.

Mahila Congress Calls For Hathras Case Re-Investigation

Mahila Congress Calls For Hathras Case Re-Investigation

Rediff.com3 days ago

The All India Mahila Congress has demanded a fresh probe into the 2020 Hathras gang-rape and murder case, citing revelations made in a new documentary film. The party also criticised the Uttar Pradesh government's handling of the case and alleged a cover-up.

India's Crude Oil Imports Shift: Venezuela & Brazil Replace Iraq Amid West Asia Crisis

India's Crude Oil Imports Shift: Venezuela & Brazil Replace Iraq Amid West Asia Crisis

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Indian refiners are recalibrating their crude sourcing strategy due to supply disruptions in West Asia, leading to Venezuela and Brazil emerging as top five suppliers in April, replacing traditional sources like Iraq and the United States.

Virendra Sachdeva Joins Commonwealth Games Committee

Virendra Sachdeva Joins Commonwealth Games Committee

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva has been nominated as a member of the committee on Commonwealth Games to be held in Ahmedabad in 2030.

Malvika Bansod, Ashmita Chaliha Shine At Malaysia Masters

Malvika Bansod, Ashmita Chaliha Shine At Malaysia Masters

Rediff.com4 days ago

Malvika Bansod and Ashmita Chaliha progressed to the second round of the Malaysia Masters Super 500, while Lakshya Sen and H.S. Prannoy suffered early exits.

Indian Players Shine At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Indian Players Shine At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Rediff.com1 days ago

Aryaveer Dewan leads a strong Indian contingent into the finals of the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships in Panzhihua, China, with Shiven Agarwal, Anika Dubey, and Amarya Bajaj also competing for titles in their respective categories.

Indian Athletes Compete For 2026 Commonwealth Games Spot

Indian Athletes Compete For 2026 Commonwealth Games Spot

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's top track and field athletes will compete in Ranchi for a chance to represent the country at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The event marks the first time the Athletics Federation of India will conduct SRY Gene Tests at the national level to ensure fair competition in the women's category. The meet will also serve as trials for the inaugural Asian U23 Championships.

Ismail Baig's Exit: What It Means For Indian Rowing

Ismail Baig's Exit: What It Means For Indian Rowing

Rediff.com4 days ago

Long-serving rowing coach Ismail Baig, a Dronacharya awardee, is no longer part of the national setup, a development he describes as 'shocking'. The Rowing Federation of India president Balaji Maradapa confirmed that Baig is not part of the coaching setup for the Asian Games.

Fake Spiritual Healers Arrested For Cyber Fraud

Fake Spiritual Healers Arrested For Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two men were arrested for allegedly running a cyber fraud racket, posing as spiritual healers using fake female profiles and cheating victims through staged rituals and tantric remedies.

India Secure Thomas Cup Victory Over Canada

India Secure Thomas Cup Victory Over Canada

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India secured an unassailable 3-1 lead against Canada in their opening Group tie of the Thomas Cup Finals, with key wins from Ayush Shetty and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty.

Bank Of Baroda Employee Arrested For Stealing From RBI Currency Chest

Bank Of Baroda Employee Arrested For Stealing From RBI Currency Chest

Rediff.com5 hours ago

A Bank of Baroda employee in Ahmedabad has been arrested for allegedly stealing Rs 8.7 crore from an RBI currency chest and laundering the money into properties and cryptocurrency.

How India's Digital Infrastructure Can Boost GDP By 2030

How India's Digital Infrastructure Can Boost GDP By 2030

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A NITI Aayog report indicates that India's digital public infrastructure (DPI) initiatives are projected to contribute significantly to the nation's GDP, potentially reaching 4 per cent by 2030.

Modi in Rome: Dines with Meloni, visits Colosseum

Modi in Rome: Dines with Meloni, visits Colosseum

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss ways to strengthen the India-Italy friendship, marking the final leg of his five-nation tour.

'India Playing A Chess Game In Nepal'

'India Playing A Chess Game In Nepal'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

'Nepal today is far more aware, self-confident, aspirational, and assertive.' 'India's policy so far has not been geared to this shift. It is time to redraw our Nepal strategy.'

How Punjab Police Busted A Cross-Border Drug Ring

How Punjab Police Busted A Cross-Border Drug Ring

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting four individuals in Ferozepur and seizing a significant quantity of heroin and cash.