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S&P: India to maintain robust 6.3% growth even with $130/barrel crude

S&P: India to maintain robust 6.3% growth even with $130/barrel crude

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

S&P Global Ratings projects India's economy to grow at 6.3 per cent even if crude oil prices average USD 130 per barrel in the current fiscal year, highlighting the nation's resilience amidst the West Asia crisis and strong commitment to fiscal consolidation.

Kerala Verdict: Left's Worst Defeat

Kerala Verdict: Left's Worst Defeat

Rediff.com5 May 2026

'What we are witnessing is a massive anti-incumbency wave that has cut across all social and political divides.'

UP Man Ends Life After Suspected Pakistan Honey Trap

UP Man Ends Life After Suspected Pakistan Honey Trap

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A 27-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district allegedly died by suicide after consuming poison. His family claims he was blackmailed from a Pakistan-based phone number after being lured into a suspected honey trap.

Four Charged in Chhattisgarh Medical Equipment Procurement Irregularities

Four Charged in Chhattisgarh Medical Equipment Procurement Irregularities

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Chhattisgarh Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offence Wing (ACB/EOW) has filed a supplementary chargesheet against four individuals for alleged irregularities in the procurement of medical equipment and reagent chemicals in 2023, resulting in significant financial losses to the state.

Main Actor Nahin Hoon Review: Acting Masterclass

Main Actor Nahin Hoon Review: Acting Masterclass

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Aditya Kripalani's Main Actor Nahin Hoon, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Chitrangada Satarupa, turns 'acting lessons' into an emotional battlefield of loneliness, ego and vulnerability.

Delhi Man Arrested For Murder After Phone Argument

Delhi Man Arrested For Murder After Phone Argument

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 25-year-old man for allegedly killing his co-worker after a dispute over using the victim's phone in the Begumpur area of south Delhi.

Thane Police Arrest 23 In Major Anti-Drug Drive

Thane Police Arrest 23 In Major Anti-Drug Drive

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Thane police arrested 23 people, including two foreign nationals, and seized narcotics worth nearly 1.4 crore during a week-long anti-drug campaign.

Woman Attempts Suicide After Police Inaction Over Marriage Promise

Woman Attempts Suicide After Police Inaction Over Marriage Promise

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A 23-year-old woman in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, consumed pesticide at the superintendent of police's office after a man allegedly refused to marry her despite a long courtship and her complaints to the local police allegedly eliciting no action.

MP Student Dies by Suicide After Class 12 Exam Results

MP Student Dies by Suicide After Class 12 Exam Results

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 17-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district died by suicide after apparently failing her Class 12 board exam, marking the second such incident following the release of MPBSE results.

IPL 2026: Ignored Holder breaks silence after GT's collapse

IPL 2026: Ignored Holder breaks silence after GT's collapse

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder discusses his focus on being ready for an opportunity with Gujarat Titans, praising young pacer Ashok Sharma, and backing Nicholas Pooran to bounce back from a slow start in the IPL.

Tempo Driver Set On Fire After Party Refusal

Tempo Driver Set On Fire After Party Refusal

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 40-year-old tempo driver in Delhi was allegedly set on fire by an acquaintance after refusing to host a party and provide more liquor. The victim sustained severe burn injuries and is receiving treatment.

Want A Credit Card? Read This

Want A Credit Card? Read This

Rediff.com6 May 2026

'First-time applicants may witness longer approval times or higher rejection rates and requests for more documentation.'

UP Farmer Couple End Lives Due To Debt, Family Dispute

UP Farmer Couple End Lives Due To Debt, Family Dispute

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A farmer couple in Uttar Pradesh allegedly died by suicide due to mounting debt and a family dispute over land. Santosh Kumar, 66, and his wife Radha Devi, 60, were found unconscious near Adurpur village after consuming a poisonous substance.

Godrej Properties to raise Rs 3,000 crore via NCDs

Godrej Properties to raise Rs 3,000 crore via NCDs

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Godrej Properties Limited (GPL) reported its highest-ever quarterly profit of 649.5 crore in Q4 FY26, a 70.13 per cent year-on-year increase, driven by record revenues and bookings. The company aims for over 39,000 crore in residential bookings for FY27 and plans to raise up to 3,000 crore through debt securities.

Rohit Shetty House Firing: Police File Chargesheet Against 17

Rohit Shetty House Firing: Police File Chargesheet Against 17

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai police have filed a 1624-page chargesheet against 17 accused in connection with the firing incident at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence. The chargesheet was presented in a special MCOCA court, detailing the involvement of 15 arrested individuals and two wanted suspects linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

Food Samples Analysed In Mumbai Family Death Case

Food Samples Analysed In Mumbai Family Death Case

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Samples of food consumed by a Mumbai family of four, who died of suspected food poisoning, have been sent for chemical analysis. Police are also investigating potential stress factors and the possibility of suicide.

UPI transactions dip 1.7% by value in April after record March

UPI transactions dip 1.7% by value in April after record March

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transaction value and volume saw a slight month-on-month dip in April after record highs in March, but daily transaction volumes increased, indicating sustained growth in digital payments across India.

Wow Cars At China Auto Show!

Wow Cars At China Auto Show!

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Glimpses from Beijing's grand Auto China exhibition reveal the rapid evolution of electric, autonomous and futuristic mobility.

Indian E-Commerce Market Poised for Massive Growth by 2030

Indian E-Commerce Market Poised for Massive Growth by 2030

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A new report by Google and Deloitte projects India's e-commerce market will nearly triple to USD 250 billion by 2030, driven by Gen Z shoppers, quick commerce expansion, and AI.

Mumbai Police File Chargesheet In Rohit Shetty Firing Case

Mumbai Police File Chargesheet In Rohit Shetty Firing Case

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai police have filed a chargesheet against 17 accused in the Rohit Shetty house firing case, revealing the motive was to establish gang supremacy.

Bengaluru Police Crackdown: 36 Crore Worth Of Drugs Seized

Bengaluru Police Crackdown: 36 Crore Worth Of Drugs Seized

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Bengaluru police have seized drugs worth over 36 crore and arrested 16 people, including four foreign nationals, in recent operations, according to Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara.

OMCs may face LPG under-recovery of around ~80,000 crore in FY27: Icra

OMCs may face LPG under-recovery of around ~80,000 crore in FY27: Icra

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

India's state-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) are projected to incur under-recoveries of approximately Rs 80,000 crore on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sales in FY27 if current loss levels persist, according to rating agency Icra.

Delhi: Two men get bail after alleged assault on army brigadier

Delhi: Two men get bail after alleged assault on army brigadier

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Two men arrested for allegedly assaulting an army brigadier and his son in Delhi's Vasant Enclave have been granted police bail, with further investigation ongoing.

Crude at $130 could unsettle growth outlook: S&P Global

Crude at $130 could unsettle growth outlook: S&P Global

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

S&P Global Ratings warns that a sustained rise in crude oil prices to $130 per barrel could significantly slow India's economic growth, weaken fiscal metrics, and strain corporate and banking sector performance, potentially reducing growth by up to 80 basis points.

Mid-Size SUVs Fuel 87% Surge in India's EV Sales in FY26

Mid-Size SUVs Fuel 87% Surge in India's EV Sales in FY26

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

India's electric passenger vehicle market saw an 87.4 per cent year-on-year increase in FY26, reaching 233,246 units, primarily driven by the mid-size SUV segment (20-30 lakh price bracket), while the entry-level segment (sub-10 lakh) experienced a decline.

Delhi Brigadier Assault: Four More Held in Vasant Enclave Case

Delhi Brigadier Assault: Four More Held in Vasant Enclave Case

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four more individuals in connection with the alleged assault on an Army brigadier, his son, and the threatening of his wife in Delhi's Vasant Enclave.

Delhi Police Bust Counterfeit Auto Parts Racket, Arrest Three

Delhi Police Bust Counterfeit Auto Parts Racket, Arrest Three

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in the manufacturing and distribution of counterfeit two-wheeler spare parts, seizing fake components and packaging material worth approximately Rs 10 lakh.

IPL 2026: CSK vs MI: Gaikwad powers CSK to big win over Mumbai

IPL 2026: CSK vs MI: Gaikwad powers CSK to big win over Mumbai

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Ruturaj Gaikwad led from the front with a composed half-century as Chennai Super Kings produced a comfortable eight-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in their IPL clash in Chennai on Saturday.

Mumbai Police Uncover Drug Delivery Network in Concert Overdose Case

Mumbai Police Uncover Drug Delivery Network in Concert Overdose Case

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Mumbai police are investigating the deaths of two MBA students from a suspected drug overdose at a concert in Goregaon. The investigation has uncovered a network for delivering ecstasy pills, leading to several arrests.

Trent's Q4FY26 Revenue Rebounds, Board Approves Rs 2,500 Crore Equity Raise

Trent's Q4FY26 Revenue Rebounds, Board Approves Rs 2,500 Crore Equity Raise

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Trent reported a 20 per cent revenue rebound in Q4FY26, driven by a recovery in like-for-like growth and significant store additions. The company's board has approved raising up to 2,500 crore in equity to fund investments in store network upgrades, new brands, supply chain automation, and Star Bazaar expansion, alongside a 1:2 bonus issue and a 6 dividend.

Dabur faces a tangle of growth headwinds

Dabur faces a tangle of growth headwinds

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Dabur India's stock has fallen over 17 per cent since the start of the Iran war, driven by concerns over a weak monsoon, the West Asian crisis, and rising input costs, which are expected to impact the company's revenues and margins, particularly affecting its significant rural sales and international markets.

Wholesale Price Inflation Jumps to 3.88% in March Amidst West Asia Crisis

Wholesale Price Inflation Jumps to 3.88% in March Amidst West Asia Crisis

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

India's wholesale price inflation surged to 3.88 per cent in March, marking the fifth consecutive monthly increase, primarily driven by a sharp rise in crude petroleum, natural gas, and manufactured items amidst the West Asia crisis.

Mumbai Music Concert Tragedy: MBA Students Die of Suspected Overdose

Mumbai Music Concert Tragedy: MBA Students Die of Suspected Overdose

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Two MBA students died and several others were hospitalised after a music concert in Mumbai due to suspected drug overdose. Police have arrested six people, including the event organiser and a suspected drug supplier.

Moody's cuts India's FY27 growth forecast to 6% amid West Asia conflict

Moody's cuts India's FY27 growth forecast to 6% amid West Asia conflict

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Moody's Ratings has downgraded India's growth forecast for financial year 2026-27 (FY27) to 6 per cent from 6.8 per cent, attributing the revision to weaker consumption and industrial activity, elevated energy prices, and rising input costs stemming from the West Asia conflict.

Gujarat Party Raid Leads to Arrests for Alcohol Consumption

Gujarat Party Raid Leads to Arrests for Alcohol Consumption

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Eighteen people were arrested in Anand, Gujarat, for allegedly consuming alcohol at a party, violating the state's prohibition laws. The raid on a farmhouse led to the seizure of alcohol and vehicles.

RBI To Enhance Security For Prepaid Payment Instruments

RBI To Enhance Security For Prepaid Payment Instruments

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed several measures to develop a more conducive framework for the long-term growth of Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPIs), including enhanced transaction security and clearer rules on refunds and grievance redressal.

UAE's OPEC Exit: A Policy-Driven Evolution for Energy Future

UAE's OPEC Exit: A Policy-Driven Evolution for Energy Future

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The United Arab Emirates has announced its decision to withdraw from OPEC and the wider OPEC+ alliance, effective May 1, 2026, signalling a significant policy-driven evolution in its long-term energy strategy aimed at aligning with domestic economic goals and increased production investment.

Two months of West Asia war: Analysts see smallcap's outperformance continuing

Two months of West Asia war: Analysts see smallcap's outperformance continuing

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Despite geopolitical tensions and FII outflows, Indian small and midcap stocks have not only recovered losses but are also outperforming largecap indices, driven by attractive valuations, domestic institutional support, and a rebound in earnings.

India's Smaller Cities Pop Corks: Champagne Demand Spreads Beyond Metros

India's Smaller Cities Pop Corks: Champagne Demand Spreads Beyond Metros

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Champagne consumption in India is expanding beyond major metropolitan areas into smaller cities like Kanpur, Guwahati, and Lucknow, driven by a desire for sophisticated lifestyle declarations and a growing appreciation for the beverage.

Amul achieves Rs 1 trillion turnover, driven by domestic and global expansion

Amul achieves Rs 1 trillion turnover, driven by domestic and global expansion

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Amul, India's leading dairy brand, has achieved a historic turnover of Rs 1 trillion in FY26, marking an 11 per cent growth. This milestone is attributed to aggressive domestic distribution, product diversification, and strategic international expansion into markets like Europe, the US, Africa, and Southeast Asia.