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A Legend Reborn: Tata Sierra 2.0 Unveiled

A Legend Reborn: Tata Sierra 2.0 Unveiled

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

All eyes are now on November 25, when all the specs, varians and pricing will be made known.

SUV contribution to overall sales may go past 70%: Tata Motors PV CEO

SUV contribution to overall sales may go past 70%: Tata Motors PV CEO

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd expects contribution of SUVs to its overall sales to go beyond 70 per cent with it making foray into the fast growing mid-sized segment with a premium positioning of its Sierra model, according to its Managing Director & CEO, Shailesh Chandra.

Neelam Gill, The Only Indian Model To Walk For Victoria's Secret Show

Neelam Gill, The Only Indian Model To Walk For Victoria's Secret Show

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Neelam Gill returned to the Victoria's Secret runway in a pink lingerie set on the show.

After 11 years, PBKS finally feel 'unstoppable'

After 11 years, PBKS finally feel 'unstoppable'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Punjab Kings have come a long way in a matter of one season, so much so that co-owner Ness Wadia feels his 'settled' team doesn't even need to go into the IPL auction next month.

Himesh, Live In Concert!

Himesh, Live In Concert!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Himesh knows his audience well and doesn't mind poking fun at himself. 'Yeh gaana main normal gaoon ya naak se?', he asked the crowd.

Brands Begin To Circle Around Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Brands Begin To Circle Around Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'Give him a couple of seasons, a cool head, and some long-term form, and he won't just be in campaigns -- he'll be the campaign.'

Marico Q2 net down 0.7%

Marico Q2 net down 0.7%

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

The consolidated net profit of Marico, the maker of Parachute coconut oil, declined 0.7 per cent in the second quarter (July-September) of 2025-26 (Q2FY26).

Uttarakhand panchayat limits women's jewellery to three pieces

Uttarakhand panchayat limits women's jewellery to three pieces

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

A panchayat in the Jaunsar Scheduled Tribe area has barred women from wearing more than three pieces of jewellery to prevent jealousy and domestic discord. The decision, welcomed with reservations, has sparked debate about other wasteful expenditures like alcohol.

GLAS Trust's claims: Byju Raveendran to file for $2.5 bn damages

GLAS Trust's claims: Byju Raveendran to file for $2.5 bn damages

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Byju's founder Byju Raveendran is preparing to file a $2.5 billion damages claim, alongside new evidence in a US court that he says disproves GLAS Trust's allegations that $533 million in 'Alpha Funds' was diverted by the company's founders.

Zydus PAT rises 38% on strong India, US growth

Zydus PAT rises 38% on strong India, US growth

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Ahmedabad-headquartered Zydus Lifesciences posted a 17 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) rise in revenue from operations to Rs 6,123 crore, while the net profit increased by 38 per cent to Rs 1,258.6 crore aided by consistent performance in the US and India formulations businesses.

Shraddha Turns Into A Bunny Cop!

Shraddha Turns Into A Bunny Cop!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Shraddha Kapoor is ready to charm fans in a brand-new Disney venture, but with a twist.

Stocks for Diwali 2025: Shares That Historically Outperform in Oct-Nov

Stocks for Diwali 2025: Shares That Historically Outperform in Oct-Nov

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

The Indian stock market in the October-November period sees high trading activity due to increased consumer spending, festive demand, upbeat sentiment, renewed investor confidence, and the auspicious Muhurat trading session. This impacts many stocks and sectors in the festive season.

'Shami still has plenty to offer Team India'

'Shami still has plenty to offer Team India'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Ganguly backs fit-again Shami, says he should play for India across formats

Cipla Q2 profit up 3.7% at Rs 1,353 cr

Cipla Q2 profit up 3.7% at Rs 1,353 cr

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Pharma major Cipla Ltd on Thursday reported a 3.7 per cent rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 1,353.37 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025. The company, which had posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 1,305.01 crore in the second quarter of the last fiscal year, said its managing director & global CEO, Umang Vohra, has decided not to seek re-appointment upon completion of his current term on March 31, 2026, Cipla Ltd said in a regulatory filing.

Will RCB have a new owner ahead of IPL 2026?

Will RCB have a new owner ahead of IPL 2026?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Diageo's India arm will begin a strategic review of its investment in a unit which owns the IPL team Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the spirits maker said on Wednesday.

Worst may be over for Asian Paints, but prospects still far from bright

Worst may be over for Asian Paints, but prospects still far from bright

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Asian Paints reported a good performance for the second quarter (July-September) of 2025-26 (Q2FY26), with some help from base effects, despite strong competition and extended monsoon. Volume grew in low double digits in the key domestic decorative paints, and value in that segment grew by 6 per cent. Ebitda (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation) grew 21 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), and PAT (profit after tax) grew 14 per cent. Asian Paints also defended market share better after several quarters where it had lost ground to Birla Opus.

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

'The question for the TMC is not whether it can hold its bastions, but whether it can expand effectively into regions where the BJP already possesses a good ecosystem.'

What You Must Know About Mrs Mamdani

What You Must Know About Mrs Mamdani

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

While Zohran Mamdani captured national attention with his meteoric rise to be elected New York City's first Muslim mayor, his wife Rama Duwaji was helping orchestrate his win -- one pixel, one brushstroke, one brand decision at a time.

Women's team made every Indian hold head high

Women's team made every Indian hold head high

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Harmanpreet-led India scripted history on Sunday, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final to secure their maiden ICC Women's World Cup title.

Tendulkar bats for fitter India with new venture

Tendulkar bats for fitter India with new venture

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Gurumurthy, the company's CEO, said TEN x YOU was built on athlete insight and designed for Indian conditions.

ITC Q2 consolidated net profit up 2.6% at Rs 5,187cr

ITC Q2 consolidated net profit up 2.6% at Rs 5,187cr

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Diversified conglomerate ITC Ltd on Thursday reported a 2.6 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 5,187 crore for the second quarter of the 2025-26 fiscal (FY'26) as compared to Rs 5,054 crore in the same period last year. However, the current quarter's figures exclude the hotels business, which was demerged into ITC Hotels Ltd effective from January 2025 and is no longer part of the company's continuing operations.

He Brought Bharat To Indian Advertising

He Brought Bharat To Indian Advertising

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Few people have left the kind of imprint on India's advertising canvas as Piyush Pandey. An observer who seemed to know what made the country tick, a man who could find humour in life's everyday struggles and spin magic from it, one who understood that to reach the masses you needed to communicate with them in their language and context -- he was all of this and more.

Zomato parent co Eternal posts Rs 65 cr net profit in Q2

Zomato parent co Eternal posts Rs 65 cr net profit in Q2

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Food delivery and quick commerce firm Eternal, which owns the Zomato and Blinkit brands, on Thursday reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 65 crore for the second quarter ended September.

Laid Off? 'Reshape, Learn, Unlearn, Relearn'

Laid Off? 'Reshape, Learn, Unlearn, Relearn'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'Unless you have openness when it comes to accepting what is coming your way and learning afresh, it is not going to be easy.'

Groww shares jump 30% on market debut, valuation crosses $8.9 billion

Groww shares jump 30% on market debut, valuation crosses $8.9 billion

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Shares of Billionbrains Garage Ventures, the parent of online broking platform Groww, soared nearly 30 per cent on their market debut on Wednesday, defying the recent trend of muted listings. The stock opened at Rs 112 and hit a high of Rs 134.4 before settling at Rs 128.85 on the NSE - a gain of 28.85 per cent over its issue price of Rs 100.

The Best Airlines And Airports in 2025

The Best Airlines And Airports in 2025

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Forbes Travel Guide's second annual Verified Air Travel Awards once again spotlight the aviation stars that turn every journey into something truly remarkable.

India's New Travel High: Wellness

India's New Travel High: Wellness

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

While wellness-related facilities and activities used to be considered luxury offerings, hospitality industry executives note that it has now become a mainstream expectation among guests.

Skoda to drive in more global models into India

Skoda to drive in more global models into India

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Czech carmaker Skoda plans to bring more of its global nameplates into the Indian market as it looks to cater to a diverse set of customers, according to a senior company executive. The company, which now sells products in India ranging from over Rs 7 lakh to upwards of Rs 40 lakh, however, has no immediate plans to introduce electric cars in the country.

'Whenever Seat Arithmetic Permits, BJP Will Want Its Own Chief Minister'

'Whenever Seat Arithmetic Permits, BJP Will Want Its Own Chief Minister'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

'Removing Nitish Kumar prematurely risks unsettling both the alliance balance and parts of the social coalition that delivered this victory.'

MVA forms coordination panel for local polls, no plan to include MNS

MVA forms coordination panel for local polls, no plan to include MNS

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

The Congress, NCP (SP), and Shiv Sena (UBT) have announced a state-level coordination committee to prepare for upcoming local body elections. The MVA clarified that no proposal has been received regarding an alliance with the MNS.

Men posing as RBI officials stop cash van, flee with Rs 7 cr

Men posing as RBI officials stop cash van, flee with Rs 7 cr

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Unidentified men posing as central government officials intercepted a cash van in Bengaluru and allegedly fled with about Rs 7 crore. Police are investigating the incident and have formed teams to hunt for the suspects.

JLR cyberattack hit TaMo PV Q2 showing; FY26 outlook cut

JLR cyberattack hit TaMo PV Q2 showing; FY26 outlook cut

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) on Friday reported a 13 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) decline in consolidated revenue from operations for the second quarter of 2025-26 (Q2FY26), largely due to the cyberattack on its subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) in late August that forced a shutdown of its manufacturing operations for over five weeks.

The 14 Longest Hindi Movies

The 14 Longest Hindi Movies

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

We look at the longest Hindi movies through the years, and interestingly, most of them have done well.

Startups go vertical in India's qcom race

Startups go vertical in India's qcom race

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

As the quick commerce (qcom) race hots up, a new model - vertical qcom - is gaining investor attention. Unlike horizontal players such as Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart, which stock everything from groceries to gifts and gadgets, vertical platforms focus on depth over breadth.

Yamaha Gears Up for India's E2W Race With 2 Models

Yamaha Gears Up for India's E2W Race With 2 Models

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Yamaha expects its first EVs to hit showrooms by the last quarter of FY26 (January - March), once network readiness is complete.

Triptii, Kriti, Priyanka Love This Experiment

Triptii, Kriti, Priyanka Love This Experiment

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Gone are the days when festive fashion meant only picking between a sari or a lehenga; this season, it's time to make a statement with fusion!

Govt approves schemes worth Rs 45,000 cr to boost exports

Govt approves schemes worth Rs 45,000 cr to boost exports

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

The government on Wednesday approved two schemes worth Rs 45,000 crore to help exporters tide over the impact of high tariffs imposed by the US on Indian shipments.

How India Can Beat Global Tech Giants

How India Can Beat Global Tech Giants

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

With a confident new generation of innovators, India now has the scale and self-belief to shape its own digital destiny marked by creation, observes Ajay Kumar chairman, UPSC.

Tata Motors targets Creta with born-again Sierra

Tata Motors targets Creta with born-again Sierra

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

The Curvv hasn't set the sales charts on fire and Tata needs another product aimed straight at the Hyundai Creta, which is where the Sierra fits in.

ITC Hotels Q2 profit up 74% at Rs 133 cr

ITC Hotels Q2 profit up 74% at Rs 133 cr

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

ITC Hotels on Friday reported nearly 74 per cent rise in consolidated net profit for the second quarter ended September at Rs 133.29 crore, on higher revenue from operations. The company, which listed on the stock exchanges earlier this year post its demerger from ITC Limited, had posted a net profit of Rs 76.63 crore a year ago.