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60 Years On This Week, Indira Gandhi Became Prime Minister

60 Years On This Week, Indira Gandhi Became Prime Minister

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

In a culture where children take up the profession of their father, her becoming a politician was seen as natural and acceptable.

H-1B Visa: The Hardest Hit Will Be...

H-1B Visa: The Hardest Hit Will Be...

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

The US has replaced random H-1B selection with a wage-weighted lottery and a new $100,000 fee for applications, raising uncertainty for students and junior hires.

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.

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The Indian metal market is a promising sector to invest in as it provides a good balance between the prospects of growth and stability in dynamic economic conditions and a changing geopolitical environment. Metals such as gold, silver, copper, etc, have gained renewed significance in 2025, amidst growing inflation and India's push towards infrastructural growth and green energy initiatives.

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The Indian metal market is a promising sector to invest in as it provides a good balance between the prospects of growth and stability in dynamic economic conditions and a changing geopolitical environment. Metals such as gold, silver, copper, etc, have gained renewed significance in 2025, amidst growing inflation and India's push towards infrastructural growth and green energy initiatives.

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.

'Maoists Collapsed Like A House Of Cards'

'Maoists Collapsed Like A House Of Cards'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

'For the remaining Maoist cadres, they shall soon confront one of two outcomes: Either surrender or face neutralisation.'

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

While big buys grabbed attention, several franchises quietly walked away with proven performers at throwaway prices -- the kind of signings that often make the difference between mid-table finishes and title runs.

Sreejesh-inspired Prince fires India into Junior WC semis

Sreejesh-inspired Prince fires India into Junior WC semis

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Fighting India beat Belgium in shoot-out to enter FIH Jr WC semifinals

Sebi's Move Could Erode Mutual Fund, Broker Earnings

Sebi's Move Could Erode Mutual Fund, Broker Earnings

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Sebi's move to cap brokerage charges will help investors by lowering the overall cost of investments.'

Rachin, Latham tons place NZ in total control vs WI

Rachin, Latham tons place NZ in total control vs WI

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Rachin Ravindra smashed 176, while skipper Tom Latham ended his three-year wait for a Test hundred as the New Zealanders combined for a 279-run stand to effectively bat West Indies out of the opening test at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Thursday.

Liquor firms in Telangana buckle under unpaid state bills

Liquor firms in Telangana buckle under unpaid state bills

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

A deepening payment paralysis in Telangana's liquor industry is beginning to choke manufacturing units and strain supplies, employment, and the broader investment landscape, industry bodies have warned, as unpaid dues accumulate to levels they describe as "unprecedented" and "severe".

AI Steps In To Avert Elephant Tragedies

AI Steps In To Avert Elephant Tragedies

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

When elephants are identified close to or on the tracks, real-time alerts are sent to locomotive pilots, station masters and control rooms, allowing trains to slow down or stop in time.

India's service sector growth falls to 5-month low in Oct

India's service sector growth falls to 5-month low in Oct

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

India's services sector growth witnessed the slowest pace of expansion in five months in October, as competitive pressures and heavy rains in parts of the country led to a slower increase in output, according to a monthly survey released on Thursday.

Many growth triggers for Samvardhana Motherson

Many growth triggers for Samvardhana Motherson

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

The country's largest listed auto parts company by market capitalisation, Samvardhana Motherson International, reported a better than expected operating performance in the second quarter (July-September) of 2025-26 (Q2FY26). Though the global passenger vehicle (PV) market is facing multiple headwinds, the company is outperforming on the back of higher content per vehicle and market share gains.

RBI's short dollar forward position up after 7 months

RBI's short dollar forward position up after 7 months

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) short dollar forward positions rose by $6 billion in September - the first increase in seven months - indicating the central bank's readiness to defend the rupee in the forward market amid pressure on the currency, latest data showed. The net short dollar position stood at $59.4 billion at the end of September, up from $53.4 billion in August.

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).

How to Beat the Festive Debt Trap

How to Beat the Festive Debt Trap

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Those who have binged on credit must spend less, cut discretionary expenses, and focus on repayment.

Chinese steel inflows via Nepal raise alarm

Chinese steel inflows via Nepal raise alarm

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The matter has now been escalated and the ministry has written to Customs, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) to investigate it thoroughly.

Mumbai transport hit after CNG supply cut; restoration by Tuesday

Mumbai transport hit after CNG supply cut; restoration by Tuesday

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

A major gas pipeline damage has disrupted CNG supply in Mumbai, leading to long queues at refuelling stations and affecting autorickshaws, taxis, and other CNG-run vehicles. The disruption is expected to impact transport availability throughout the day.

How A Silk Sari Started A Fashion Revolution

How A Silk Sari Started A Fashion Revolution

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'Women weavers are hardworking, open to learning, resilient.' 'They finish their cooking, housework, puja, then they come to weave.' 'They care about design. They care about beauty.'

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai grip wheel in a turning market

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai grip wheel in a turning market

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The operating performance of the country's largest passenger carmakers, Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) and Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), in the July-September quarter (Q2) of 2025-26 (FY26) outpaced brokerage expectations.

AHPI, Star Health in spat over cashless service

AHPI, Star Health in spat over cashless service

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

If cashless services are suspended, AHPI said, its member hospitals will continue to treat Star Health policyholders, but patients will have to pay upfront and later seek reimbursements directly from the insurer.

Big relief as Mumbai CNG supply restored after 2-day disruption

Big relief as Mumbai CNG supply restored after 2-day disruption

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Most CNG pumps, including those operated by Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL), saw long queues from early morning, particularly of black-yellow taxis and autorickshaws, with several drivers reporting wait times of three to four hours, compared to the usual 15 to 30 minutes.

1,751 Maoists; 1,910 Troops, Civilians Killed In 11 Years

1,751 Maoists; 1,910 Troops, Civilians Killed In 11 Years

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

After recent high-intensity operations in the Bastar region and the neutralisation of several senior Maoist leaders, officials say the insurgency has lost its ability to mount large-scale coordinated attacks.

How Trump's Latest Threat Will Hit Indian Movies

How Trump's Latest Threat Will Hit Indian Movies

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'A 100% tariff could cut the Indian film industry's US revenues by 30% to 40%.'

'Two Quarters Canara Bank's NIMs To Be Under Pressure'

'Two Quarters Canara Bank's NIMs To Be Under Pressure'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'Afterwards, some improvement is expected.'

Demand recovery to drive gains for Nestle India

Demand recovery to drive gains for Nestle India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Packaged food major Nestle India posted better than expected September quarter results led by strong volume growth across its key segments. While there were margin pressures due to elevated raw material costs, there could be some relief with easing prices in the near term.

Higher competitive pressures to cap DMart's margins in near term

Higher competitive pressures to cap DMart's margins in near term

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The stock of India's largest listed pure-play retail company, Avenue Supermarts (DMart), has slipped over 10 per cent from its monthly highs. A weak operational performance in the fourth quarter (January-March) of financial year 2024-25 (Q4FY25) and muted near-term outlook due to intense competitive pressures and higher costs could lead to downward momentum on the stock. While the stock dipped by 3.44 per cent in early trade on Monday, it recovered a bit to close 1.07 per cent lower at 4,017.

Core areas light up Havells India as consumer durables dim the spark

Core areas light up Havells India as consumer durables dim the spark

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

The July-September quarter (Q2) performance of consumer electricals and durables major Havells India in 2025-26 (FY26) was broadly in line with Street estimates. While the top line was supported by robust growth in the wire and cable, switchgear, and lighting segments, the consumer durables segment restricted overall gains.

Arunachal Key To India-Japan Strategy Against China

Arunachal Key To India-Japan Strategy Against China

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

If they act now, they can reshape the strategic map of Asia without firing a shot. If they wait, the next opportunity will come only after a serious Taiwan Strait incident -- by which time the price will be far higher, and the room for boldness far smaller -- the opportunity may well be lost by then. The question is no longer whether this can or should be done, points out Varun Arya.

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Here's a look at the biggest disappointments of IPL 2025 -- the players who've cost crores but delivered crumbs.

Buoyant demand has failed to push steel prices

Buoyant demand has failed to push steel prices

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

The Indian steel industry is faced with a paradox: Rising demand and falling prices. Demand continues to surge as user industries gather pace, with the World Steel Association projecting around 9 per cent annual growth for India over 2025 and 2026, the year domestic demand is projected to be almost 75 million tonnes (mt) higher than in 2020.

India's manufacturing sector growth hits 16-month high in July

India's manufacturing sector growth hits 16-month high in July

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

India's manufacturing sector growth strengthened in July to a 16-month high of 59.1, supported by faster increases in new orders and output amid favourable demand conditions, a monthly survey said on Friday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index rose from 58.4 in June to 59.1 in July, signalling the strongest improvement in the health of the sector since March 2024.

Why The '2 Gujaratis' Chose Nitin Nabin

Why The '2 Gujaratis' Chose Nitin Nabin

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Nitin Nabin's selection is a bold political decision by the Two Gujaratis. When Rahul Gandhi has resurrected the issue of social justice, the BJP and the Two Gujaratis are sticking to their plan and agenda, explains Sheela Bhatt.

0% GST On Health Insurance: Will You Really Benefit?

0% GST On Health Insurance: Will You Really Benefit?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Reduction of GST on health insurance premium from 18% to 0% looks like a straight 18% reduction in what consumers pay. The truth, however, is...

Women's WC: Problems plenty for India ahead of key England clash

Women's WC: Problems plenty for India ahead of key England clash

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Under pressure to revive their campaign after back-to-back defeats, India will have to consider adding a sixth bowler to bring more balance to their attack when they face England in a crucial Women's ODI World Cup match, in Indore, on Sunday.

No retirement for Deepika Kumari yet...

No retirement for Deepika Kumari yet...

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Deepika Kumari is not contemplating retirement just yet and is instead focusing on building mental strength to handle high-pressure situations, with an eye on a final hurrah at the Los Angeles Games.

112,000 Tech Jobs Have Vanished In 2025 So Far

112,000 Tech Jobs Have Vanished In 2025 So Far

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

...compared with 153,000 in all of 2024.

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

The debate over working hours flared up after Infosys Co-founder N R Narayana Murthy called for 14-hour workdays.