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Iran execution shocks ex-athlete, sparks outrage

Iran execution shocks ex-athlete, sparks outrage

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Former Iranian water polo player Reza Soleimani expresses devastation over the execution of wrestler Saleh Mohammadi and voices support for Iranian athletes protesting against the government.

Legislature vs Executive: Fadnavis rejects call to suspend Satara SP

Legislature vs Executive: Fadnavis rejects call to suspend Satara SP

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis clarifies the separation of powers between the legislature and executive branches following a directive to suspend a Satara Superintendent of Police. He emphasised that while the executive is accountable to the legislature, the legislature cannot assume the executive's role.

AIFF Alleges Pressure from Executive Member to Include Churchill Brothers in ISL

AIFF Alleges Pressure from Executive Member to Include Churchill Brothers in ISL

Rediff.com7 days ago

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has accused its executive committee member Valanka Alemao and her family of pressuring the organisation to include Churchill Brothers FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) through unconventional means.

Why Were 3 HDFC Executives Asked To Leave?

Why Were 3 HDFC Executives Asked To Leave?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

The controversy involves mis-selling Credit Suisse AT-I bonds to NRIs as fixed-maturity instruments, later written off after collapse.

ED Intensifies Coal Scam Probe with Raids on I-PAC Executives

ED Intensifies Coal Scam Probe with Raids on I-PAC Executives

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on executives of political consultancy firm I-PAC and others in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal.

AIFF Executive Committee Reviews Bids for Commercial Rights, Considers Sports Governance Act

AIFF Executive Committee Reviews Bids for Commercial Rights, Considers Sports Governance Act

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is evaluating commercial rights bids for its flagship competitions, including the Indian Super League and the Indian Women's League. The Executive Committee is also discussing the implementation of the National Sports Governance Act.

Unverified Video of Delivery Executive Fuels Intoxication Claims in Chandigarh

Unverified Video of Delivery Executive Fuels Intoxication Claims in Chandigarh

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

An unverified video circulating on social media shows a delivery executive in Chandigarh, allegedly in an intoxicated state, prompting police investigation and public debate.

Delhi: Food delivery executive murdered while trying to stop street fight

Delhi: Food delivery executive murdered while trying to stop street fight

Rediff.com7 days ago

A food delivery executive in Delhi was fatally stabbed after intervening in a violent altercation between two groups in Dwarka. Police are investigating the incident and cautioning against communal interpretations.

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of India has stayed the execution of a man convicted of sexually assaulting and murdering a five-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh in 2024, pending further investigation and review of the case.

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson steps down; to stay until a successor is hired

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson steps down; to stay until a successor is hired

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Air India Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Campbell Wilson has resigned, despite his five-year contract being scheduled to conclude in July 2027.

FMCG firms weigh price hikes as input costs rise

FMCG firms weigh price hikes as input costs rise

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies are closely monitoring crude oil prices and considering low single-digit price increases, while consumer durables firms have already begun passing on significant price hikes to consumers due to rising input costs exacerbated by the West Asia conflict.

IPL 2026: 'Tushar Deshpande ensured Indian selectors don't take their eyes off him'

IPL 2026: 'Tushar Deshpande ensured Indian selectors don't take their eyes off him'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Dale Steyn praises Tushar Deshpande's composure and execution in the IPL, highlighting his match-winning performance against Gujarat Titans and suggesting he should be on the national selectors' radar.

Passenger Hurt as Train Attacked with Stones in Kerala

Passenger Hurt as Train Attacked with Stones in Kerala

Rediff.com6 days ago

A woman passenger sustained serious injuries after unidentified individuals pelted stones at the Kannur Executive Express in Kerala. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

AIFF Women's Committee Head Alemao Alleges Harassment By President Chaubey

AIFF Women's Committee Head Alemao Alleges Harassment By President Chaubey

Rediff.com7 days ago

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is facing controversy after Valanka Alemao, head of the women's committee, accused AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey of harassment and intimidation during a recent meeting.

Wipro Creates New AI Unit, Appoints Nagendra Bandaru as CEO

Wipro Creates New AI Unit, Appoints Nagendra Bandaru as CEO

Rediff.com5 days ago

Wipro has announced the launch of a dedicated AI-Native Business and Platforms unit, leading to a leadership shuffle with Nagendra Bandaru appointed as CEO and Kanwar Singh joining as President and Managing Partner of Technology Services GBL.

Indian Olympic Association Establishes Committee to Oversee Equestrian Federation

Indian Olympic Association Establishes Committee to Oversee Equestrian Federation

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has established a four-member ad-hoc committee to manage the affairs of the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI), following a directive from the Delhi High Court to restore democratic governance within the sport.

IPL 2026: Inside CSK's collapse: Where it all went wrong

IPL 2026: Inside CSK's collapse: Where it all went wrong

Rediff.com3 days ago

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad criticised his team's bowling performance after a defeat to Punjab Kings in their recent IPL match, despite a strong batting display.

IPL 2026: I want to let my bat do the talking: Rishabh Pant

IPL 2026: I want to let my bat do the talking: Rishabh Pant

Rediff.com1 days ago

Rishabh Pant's unbeaten half-century led Lucknow Super Giants to a five-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in a closely contested IPL match.

Rampur Man Arrested in Wife, Son Murder Case for Insurance Scam

Rampur Man Arrested in Wife, Son Murder Case for Insurance Scam

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A man in Rampur, India, has been arrested along with two associates for allegedly murdering his wife, a police constable, and their three-year-old son to fraudulently claim insurance money and other benefits.

Indian IT companies to increase acquisition spending to $6.5-7 billion this year

Indian IT companies to increase acquisition spending to $6.5-7 billion this year

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian IT services companies are set to significantly increase their acquisition spending to $6.5-7 billion this year, up from $5 billion last year, as they seek to boost revenue and capabilities in areas like Cloud, data, enterprise platforms, and AI amidst a challenging economic environment.

IPL 2026: Dhruv Jurel's Insight Leads to Rajasthan Royals' Victory Over Gujarat Titans

IPL 2026: Dhruv Jurel's Insight Leads to Rajasthan Royals' Victory Over Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rajasthan Royals secured a thrilling victory against Gujarat Titans thanks to a strategic bowling change suggested by Dhruv Jurel and executed by Jofra Archer and Tushar Deshpande.

Chairman Exit Exposes HDFC Bank Power Clash: FT

Chairman Exit Exposes HDFC Bank Power Clash: FT

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The Financial Times, citing multiple bankers and shareholders, reports that the real tensions ran far deeper than compliance concerns.

What's Behind the Spike in Public Murders in Nanded?

What's Behind the Spike in Public Murders in Nanded?

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Shiv Sena worker was murdered in Nanded, marking the fifth such incident in the city in three days, raising concerns about escalating violence.

'Force Americans to withdraw': Iran warns of crushing strikes on US assets

'Force Americans to withdraw': Iran warns of crushing strikes on US assets

Rediff.com3 days ago

The central headquarters of the Iranian armed forces has issued a stark warning to the United States and its regional partners following recent threats made by President Donald Trump, state broadcaster Press TV reported.

Rights Issues Surge to Multi-Decade High as QIPs Plummet in FY26 Amid Market Volatility

Rights Issues Surge to Multi-Decade High as QIPs Plummet in FY26 Amid Market Volatility

Rediff.com1 days ago

Financial year 2025-26 (FY26) saw a significant shift in corporate fundraising, with rights issues more than doubling to a multi-decade high of 51, raising 44,290 crore, while qualified institutional placements (QIPs) more than halved to 29 issues, mobilising 62,954 crore, driven by sharp equity market corrections and regulatory changes.

Atanu Chakraborty Flags Governance Gaps at HDFC Bank

Atanu Chakraborty Flags Governance Gaps at HDFC Bank

Rediff.com7 days ago

'My resignation is a larger governance and governance-plus kind of an issue, which the board of directors of the bank should be introspecting.'

Ravi Kumar Chirugudu appointed President and COO of Tessolve

Ravi Kumar Chirugudu appointed President and COO of Tessolve

Rediff.com1 days ago

Semiconductor firm Tessolve has appointed Ravi Kumar Chirugudu as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO).

High Court Orders Release of Man Jailed for Unpaid Maintenance

High Court Orders Release of Man Jailed for Unpaid Maintenance

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ordered the immediate release of a man sentenced to 22 months in civil prison for failing to pay maintenance to his wife, highlighting legal interpretations of maintenance enforcement.

Who should use a trading terminal?

Who should use a trading terminal?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Using a trading terminal is not suitable for all market participants. Before market participants start using a trading terminal, it is important for them to know who really needs a trading terminal and what they can do with it. Here, we will explore who should actually use a trading terminal.

Sunil Mittal set to step down as Airtel Africa chairman

Sunil Mittal set to step down as Airtel Africa chairman

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Sunil Bharti Mittal, 68, will retire as chairman of Airtel Africa in July after the conclusion of this year's annual general meeting (AGM), the board of the African arm of India's second-largest telecom service provider Bharti Airtel said in a statement to the exchanges on Wednesday.

Five Arrested in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast Case: ISI Link Revealed

Five Arrested in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast Case: ISI Link Revealed

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab Police have arrested five individuals linked to a Pakistan ISI-backed module in connection with the blast outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh. The investigation revealed a structured network operating under foreign-based handlers.

MF launches taper off in March in the midst of West Asia flare-up

MF launches taper off in March in the midst of West Asia flare-up

Rediff.com4 days ago

Uncertainty stemming from the US-Iran conflict has significantly impacted India's mutual fund industry, leading to a sharp decline in new fund offers (NFOs) in March, despite numerous regulatory approvals. This geopolitical tension, coupled with existing market strain and distributor hesitation, has dampened investor sentiment and affected overall inflows.

Big boost to Aatmanirbharta! India to develop 1000-kg aerial bomb

Big boost to Aatmanirbharta! India to develop 1000-kg aerial bomb

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian defence ministry has initiated a project to indigenously design and develop a 1000-kg aerial bomb for the Indian Air Force (IAF), aiming to enhance self-reliance in the defence sector.

Pak-linked terror module targeting key infra busted in UP, 4 nabbed

Pak-linked terror module targeting key infra busted in UP, 4 nabbed

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested four members of a suspected terror module allegedly operating at the behest of Pakistani handlers for planning attacks on key installations, including railway infrastructure.

IPL 2026: MI Captain Hardik Pandya Returns to Nets Ahead of RR Clash

IPL 2026: MI Captain Hardik Pandya Returns to Nets Ahead of RR Clash

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Hardik Pandya has returned to training for the Mumbai Indians ahead of their IPL match against the Rajasthan Royals after missing the previous game due to illness.

SC orders CBI probe into Arunachal contracts linked to CM's kin

SC orders CBI probe into Arunachal contracts linked to CM's kin

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI to conduct a preliminary enquiry into the awarding of public works contracts in Arunachal Pradesh to companies allegedly owned by family members of Chief Minister Pema Khandu.

IPL 2026: Rayudu questions CSK's failure to change tactics against RCB

IPL 2026: Rayudu questions CSK's failure to change tactics against RCB

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Former India batter Ambati Rayudu has criticised Chennai Super Kings for sticking to a flawed plan during their heavy loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL on Sunday, April 5, 2026, saying there was no intervention from senior players at key moments.

AI-Driven Productivity Gains Reshape Tech Hiring and Cause Job Insecurity

AI-Driven Productivity Gains Reshape Tech Hiring and Cause Job Insecurity

Rediff.com23 hours ago

TeamLease Digital CEO Neeti Sharma discusses how AI is driving a structural reset in the tech industry, leading to layoffs, reshaping hiring practices, and increasing job insecurity.

TMC Alleges BJP's 'Desperate Bid' to Disrupt Election Campaign After I-PAC Raids

TMC Alleges BJP's 'Desperate Bid' to Disrupt Election Campaign After I-PAC Raids

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has accused the BJP of orchestrating raids on premises linked to I-PAC executives to disrupt their election campaign in West Bengal, alleging vendetta politics and interference in the electoral process.

LPG Crisis Triggers Reverse Migration Across Cities

LPG Crisis Triggers Reverse Migration Across Cities

Rediff.com5 days ago

'It would be similar to what happened during COVID-19.' 'They are not just losing income, but being pushed into distress.'