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BWF Worlds: Prannoy falters in thriller vs World No. 2

BWF Worlds: Prannoy falters in thriller vs World No. 2

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Ace Indian shuttler H S Prannoy came agonisingly close to pulling off a major upset before bowing out of the BWF World Championships with a gruelling second-round loss to world No. 2 Anders Antonsen of Denmark.

Is Silver Still A Smart Bet?

Is Silver Still A Smart Bet?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

New investors should avoid short-term, tactical entries and instead go for staggered buying via ETFs to manage volatility.

Diyas To Drones: How Festivals Are Being Redefined

Diyas To Drones: How Festivals Are Being Redefined

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

From drone-lit skies and gemstone rangolis to fragrance journeys and theatrical thalis, India's new-age festive events blend heritage with high-tech spectacle to create memories that feel both intimate and unforgettable.

''Consumers Must Get Real Benefit Of GST Cuts'

''Consumers Must Get Real Benefit Of GST Cuts'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'In case a particular industry has not passed on the benefits and if we receive complaints, we will take up the matter with the industry body concerned.'

India's Oil Reforms Aim To Counter US, EU Pressure

India's Oil Reforms Aim To Counter US, EU Pressure

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

The government has no say in where the country's refiners source oil from because these are commercial transactions.

Dealers optimistic about future of cement industry

Dealers optimistic about future of cement industry

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

After several years of consolidation and price weakness, the cement industry may be moving towards a more stable phase. Pan-Indian, average cement prices have risen through the past three months consecutively.

Pharma Inc hopes for fair deal as Donald Trump announces 25% tariffs

Pharma Inc hopes for fair deal as Donald Trump announces 25% tariffs

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

India's pharmaceuticals and medical devices industries are still hopeful that trade negotiations with the US could cut a fairer deal for both sides, after President Donald Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff rate on India on a social networking platform without divulging the finer details.

Startup Advice I Wish People Could Ignore

Startup Advice I Wish People Could Ignore

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Mamaearth Co-Founder Ghazal Alagh warns entrepreneurs against three common pieces of startup advice, calling them traps that hinder speed, stifle innovation, and limit real growth opportunities.

Shooting Down Drones: India Joins US, Russia, China

Shooting Down Drones: India Joins US, Russia, China

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

'DRDO is working on a number of technologies that will give India Star Wars capability.'

Ola Electric Scooters Get Smarter with OS Update

Ola Electric Scooters Get Smarter with OS Update

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Ola Electric's latest MoveOS 5 upgrade delivers sharper performance on its Gen 3 platform due to an optimised in-house Motor Control Unit that enhances range and responsiveness.

Shortcuts Won't Build Industrial Capability

Shortcuts Won't Build Industrial Capability

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Any industrial policy is only as good as how it is applied and the other reforms that support it. This was as true 40 years ago as it is now, points out Debashis Basu.

S&P ups India's FY26 GDP growth estimates to 6.5%

S&P ups India's FY26 GDP growth estimates to 6.5%

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

S&P Global Ratings on Tuesday upped India's GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal to 6.5 per cent, citing lower crude prices, monetary easing and normal monsoon, and said the ongoing geopolitical tensions are unlikely to put a "significant pressure" on the rupee or inflation.

From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.

India enters elite group with Star Wars-style laser weapon for drones

India enters elite group with Star Wars-style laser weapon for drones

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Success has put India in the exclusive and limited club of nations that possess the high-power Laser-DEW.

Top 5 Fastest Growing Stocks in 2025

Top 5 Fastest Growing Stocks in 2025

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

To help you ride the growth trajectory of India's equity markets, we have curated the top five fastest-growing stocks that hold an impressive upside. If you're planning to build a sound portfolio and capitalize on the growth of these leading institutions, it's time you watch these stocks.

'India Is Collateral Damage Between Trump And Putin'

'India Is Collateral Damage Between Trump And Putin'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'The President's expectations shifted. The goal post moved and India didn't realize that the goal post had moved.'

'Big Discovery In Deepwater Basin Need Of Hour'

'Big Discovery In Deepwater Basin Need Of Hour'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'Both initiatives are welcome moves and we would commit ourselves with focused attention aligned with the national priorities, and pursue our exploration initiatives.'

'Putin's war chest': Trump official fires fresh salvo at India

'Putin's war chest': Trump official fires fresh salvo at India

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Former White House trade advisor Peter Navarro accuses India of being an 'oil money laundromat' for Russia, alleging that India's oil purchases are funding Putin's war in Ukraine. The accusations come amid existing trade tensions and tariffs imposed by the US.

Adani Group's tax outgo rose 29% to Rs 75K cr in FY25

Adani Group's tax outgo rose 29% to Rs 75K cr in FY25

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Ports-to-energy conglomerate Adani Group saw a 29 per cent rise in tax outgo across portfolio companies to nearly Rs 75,000 crore, it said on Thursday. This includes both direct and indirect taxes paid, as well as payments towards employee social security.

'Whatever Trump Says, India Can't Stop Buying Russian Oil'

'Whatever Trump Says, India Can't Stop Buying Russian Oil'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'America is adopting the typical 'my way or the highway'/'Either you are with us or against us' stance.' 'This is a policy India is not going to accept.'

'Need GST Council-like bodies to boost infra growth'

'Need GST Council-like bodies to boost infra growth'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

India needs Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council-like common platforms between states and the Centre in areas such as land clearances, power, and water to fast-track infrastructure projects to achieve double-digit growth going ahead, said Praveer Sinha, chief executive officer and managing director of The Tata Power Company.

'Where Your Data Resides Is Now A Fundamental Question'

'Where Your Data Resides Is Now A Fundamental Question'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

'What we see now is a much stronger need for data sovereignty.'

Rare earth curbs to hit EV, RE, defence sectors

Rare earth curbs to hit EV, RE, defence sectors

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

India's macroeconomic health is in a "relative goldilocks situation", and although the risk of higher landed oil prices, due to insurance cost surges and closure of choke points due to the brief Israel-Iran war, has receded, it is "too soon to sound the 'all clear' for the rest of the year", the Finance Ministry said on Friday.

'The Day You Truly Need Bodyguards...'

'The Day You Truly Need Bodyguards...'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'...you won't have to announce it yourself -- people around you will tell you it's time.'

'Sudarshan Chakra' will be India's own 'Iron Dome': CDS

'Sudarshan Chakra' will be India's own 'Iron Dome': CDS

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Gen Chauhan said a "whole of the nation" approach will be required to develop the shield.

'Companies Will Be More Powerful Than Nations'

'Companies Will Be More Powerful Than Nations'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'If you align your ambition with India's rise, the peak of your careers will unfold alongside the peak of India's power.'

Ather Energy looks to raise Rs 3,100 cr

Ather Energy looks to raise Rs 3,100 cr

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Electric two-wheeler (e2W) maker Ather Energy has submitted preliminary papers to the Securities and Exchange Board of India to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO). According to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP), the IPO will comprise a fresh issue of equity shares valued at Rs 3,100 crore, alongside an offer for sale of 22 million equity shares by its promoters and investor shareholders.

What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

The deal fell through over unresolved disagreements over contentious issues, mainly on agriculture and automotive sector tariffs.

Time India Learnt From China Playbook

Time India Learnt From China Playbook

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

If India caves in to US pressure as Trump hopes it will, he will further try to blackmail it into submission, points out Ramesh Menon.

India's Auto Parts Industry Eyes Major US Expansion

India's Auto Parts Industry Eyes Major US Expansion

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

An ACMA-BCG report has targeted Indian auto component exports to hit $100 billion - nearly a fivefold increase from $21 billion currently

Can India-US Tariff Issue Be Resolved Amicably?

Can India-US Tariff Issue Be Resolved Amicably?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Communication channels between India and the US are open to resolve the ongoing tariff issues, and the glitch in trade ties is only temporary, given the long-term relationship between the two nations, government sources said on Wednesday. The US' 50 per cent tariffs on Indian exports to America came into effect from August 27, barring a few sectors.

Hydrogen-run cars get a boost with Hyundai-IITM tieup

Hydrogen-run cars get a boost with Hyundai-IITM tieup

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The only other company working on hydrogen cars in India is Toyota Kirloskar Motor.

IMF imposes 11 new conditions on Pak, warns against tensions with India

IMF imposes 11 new conditions on Pak, warns against tensions with India

Rediff.com18 May 2025

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slapped 11 new conditions on Pakistan for the release of the next tranche of its bailout programme and warned that tensions with India could heighten risks to the scheme's fiscal, external, and reform goals, according to a media report on Sunday.

Business as usual: India buys 2 mn bpd Russian oil in August

Business as usual: India buys 2 mn bpd Russian oil in August

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

India's purchase of Russian oil has risen to 2 million barrels per day in August, as refiners continue to prioritise economic considerations in their sourcing decisions. As much as 38 per cent out of an estimated 5.2 million barrels per day of crude oil imported in the first half of August came from Russia, according to global real-time data and analytics provider Kpler.

Govt to operationalise Rs 1-trillion innovation fund in next 3 months

Govt to operationalise Rs 1-trillion innovation fund in next 3 months

Rediff.com29 May 2025

The Rs 1-trillion Research Development and Innovation (RDI) fund, which was announced in the July budget for FY25, of which Rs 20,000 crore has already been allocated, will be operationalised in the next two to three months, a top official said.

'America is back': White House website changes

'America is back': White House website changes

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

The White House website had a new look with the bold banner headline 'America is back' seconds after Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on Monday.

Working With A Younger Boss? 10 Smart Tips For You

Working With A Younger Boss? 10 Smart Tips For You

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Adarsh Rai, an emotional intelligence coach and the founder-CEO of HR Brain HUB, suggests simple, practical tips that will help you adapt and thrive while working with Gen Z and millennial bosses in today's evolving workplace.

Auto industry seeks govt's help for rare earth import from China

Auto industry seeks govt's help for rare earth import from China

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The automobile industry has sought government support in expediting approvals from the Chinese government for importing rare earth magnets used in various applications, including passenger cars. As per the industry sources, various domestic suppliers have already sought approval from the Chinese government through their local vendors in China.

Strait of Hormuz closure: How it will impact India

Strait of Hormuz closure: How it will impact India

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

US strikes on Iran's three main nuclear facilities have once again raised concerns that Tehran might shut down the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world's most critical chokepoints, through which a fifth of global oil and gas supply flows.

Durand Cup: Real Kashmir edge TRAU FC; Bagan drub BSF

Durand Cup: Real Kashmir edge TRAU FC; Bagan drub BSF

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A stunning long-range strike from midfielder Rohen Singh proved to be the difference as Real Kashmir FC edged a spirited TRAU FC 2-1 in a Group F contest of the Durand Cup in Imphal on Monday.