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Delhiites lose nearly Rs 1,000 cr to cyber fraud this year

Delhiites lose nearly Rs 1,000 cr to cyber fraud this year

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Cyber fraudsters have duped Delhi residents of nearly Rs 1,000 crore so far this year, with investment scams, digital arrests and boss scams emerging as the most common cybercrimes.

'Insurance Sector Is At An Unstable Equilibrium'

'Insurance Sector Is At An Unstable Equilibrium'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Other sectors that manage the savings pools of Indians are giving tough competition to life insurance companies.'

India to submit updated climate goals in December: Yadav

India to submit updated climate goals in December: Yadav

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

India will publish its revised Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for the 2035 period by December, Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Monday, while urging developed nations to achieve net zero targets ahead of their current timelines.

Zubeen Garg murdered in Singapore, claims Assam CM

Zubeen Garg murdered in Singapore, claims Assam CM

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The CM He, however, did not share further details about the case or the kind of evidence that establishes the death as murder.

Pune Firm Unveils Diabetes-Control Implant

Pune Firm Unveils Diabetes-Control Implant

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

This innovation works by stimulating our natural organs so that it can produce and maintain the insulin balance.

UNSC approves Trump's Gaza peace plan

UNSC approves Trump's Gaza peace plan

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The United Nations Security Council has adopted a draft resolution endorsing United States President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan and authorising the establishment of an international stabilisation force in the enclave, with the American leader describing it as a 'moment of true historic proportion'.

Now you can make final PF pension withdrawal after 3 years

Now you can make final PF pension withdrawal after 3 years

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) board has approved liberalised part withdrawals for subscribers, allowing up to 100 per cent EPF withdrawal, and rolled out the 'Vishwas Scheme' to reduce litigation through rationalised penal damages.

Equity MF inflows drop 22% in Aug on lower NFO activity

Equity MF inflows drop 22% in Aug on lower NFO activity

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Inflow in equity mutual funds dropped by 22 per cent to Rs 33,430 crore in August primarily due to a sharp fall in new fund offers (NFOs), data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) showed on Wednesday. Also, the latest fund infusion by investors marks the 54th consecutive month of net inflows into the segment.

BJP attacks Siddaramaiah for promoting Wayanad as tourist destination

BJP attacks Siddaramaiah for promoting Wayanad as tourist destination

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

The KSTDC's post on 'X' on October 28, promoting its two-night and three-day tour package to the hill station said, " Seeking thrill or tranquillity? Find both in Wayanad! Trek scenic trails, chase waterfalls & meet the wild with KSTDC. Your perfect nature escape awaits."

Have You Watched Ekta Kapoor's OTT Channel?

Have You Watched Ekta Kapoor's OTT Channel?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Jeetendra and his family-backed Balaji Telefilms is focusing on expanding the content slate on its streaming platform Kutingg through micro dramas and long-format binge shows after the recent ban on its subscription-based video-on-demand platform ALTT due to obscene content.

Can't deny funds to states not implementing NEP: Parl panel

Can't deny funds to states not implementing NEP: Parl panel

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

A parliamentary panel has criticized the Indian government for withholding funds from states that have not agreed to implement the PM SHRI schools scheme, calling the reasoning behind the decision "not factual or justified." The panel has recommended the immediate release of pending funds to states like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, which have been significantly impacted by the delays.

Former Maha minister says he had helped Mumbai hostage-taker

Former Maha minister says he had helped Mumbai hostage-taker

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Former Maharashtra School Education Minister Deepak Kesarkar on Thursday said he had given financial help to Rohit Arya, who died in a police operation earlier in the day after taking 19 people hostage in Powai area.

Payslip To Pension To Long-Term Wealth: How EPF Works

Payslip To Pension To Long-Term Wealth: How EPF Works

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

A 10-part series that explains all you want to know about how India's EPF turns a slice of your monthly salary into long-term savings, pension, and life insurance.

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.

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.

Bihari Youth's Loudest Cry Is For 'Naukri'

Bihari Youth's Loudest Cry Is For 'Naukri'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

'Bihar youth need employment. Create jobs for us. Nothing matters more.'

Bharti Airtel finds its frequency: High Arpu, low capital expenditure

Bharti Airtel finds its frequency: High Arpu, low capital expenditure

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The stock of Bharti Airtel, India's largest listed telecommunications (telecom) services provider, recently hit an all-time high on expectations of higher average revenue per user (Arpu), a stable market setup, and fresh revenue lines.

Accused of 'fundraising' for Bihar polls, Karnataka CM says...

Accused of 'fundraising' for Bihar polls, Karnataka CM says...

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah refuted BJP's claims of Congress funding Bihar elections and defended the state's decision on mandatory permissions for using public premises, stating it's a continuation of a previous BJP policy.

Malala reveals how Oxford marijuana session unlocked Taliban trauma

Malala reveals how Oxford marijuana session unlocked Taliban trauma

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai reveals her mental health struggles after a marijuana session triggered flashbacks of her attack by the Taliban. She discusses anxiety, panic attacks, and her journey to seek therapy.

Mumbai: 17 kids held hostage for 3 hrs; captor killed

Mumbai: 17 kids held hostage for 3 hrs; captor killed

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Rohit Arya, who had released a video statement during the hostage drama that went on for about an hour, was shot dead by the police when he tried to harm the children with an air gun and later died at hospital, an official said.

'Why Would A Doctor Become A Suicide Bomber?'

'Why Would A Doctor Become A Suicide Bomber?'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'Why would a highly qualified doctor with a promising future choose to wage war against his own country?'

Delhi gears up for first artificial rain through cloud seeding

Delhi gears up for first artificial rain through cloud seeding

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Delhi is preparing for its first artificial rain through cloud seeding to combat air pollution. A trial run was successful, and the first rainfall is expected on October 29 if weather conditions are favorable.

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.

Ahead of Modi's visit, Punjab seeks Rs 20,000 cr flood relief package

Ahead of Modi's visit, Punjab seeks Rs 20,000 cr flood relief package

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Referring to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's recent letter to the PM demanding Rs 60,000 crore of the state's funds, Arora said it is Punjab's right and it should be released.

Why The Americans Were Opposed To Agni

Why The Americans Were Opposed To Agni

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'The heat shield technology for re-entry vehicles was first mastered in DRDO for the Agni missile.' 'This is why the Americans were so opposed to Agni in the 1980s, unlike other missiles -- it was a re-entry vehicle.'

Will Trump Pull The Plug On Russian Oil Sanctions?

Will Trump Pull The Plug On Russian Oil Sanctions?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Whether Trump will actually press ahead with the oil sanctions remains unclear, since keeping Russian oil out of the world market risks high oil prices which could boomerang on the US economy and be damaging politically for Trump, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Trump-Netanyahu announce Gaza peace plan, await Hamas nod

Trump-Netanyahu announce Gaza peace plan, await Hamas nod

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The peace plan included that Gaza will be a deradicalised, terror-free zone that does not pose a threat to its neighbours and will be redeveloped for the benefit of the people of Gaza. The peace plan stated that if both sides agree to this proposal, the war will immediately end. Israeli forces will withdraw to the agreed upon line to prepare for hostage release.

Anil Ambani aide and Reliance Power executive arrested by ED

Anil Ambani aide and Reliance Power executive arrested by ED

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The case pertains to a bank guarantee of Rs 68.2 crore submitted to the Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) on behalf of Reliance NU BESS Limited, a subsidiary of Reliance Power, a listed company, which was found to be "fake".

How To Save Money Under New Tax Regime

How To Save Money Under New Tax Regime

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Most think tax-saving deductions exist only in the old regime. But the New one quietly retains 40+ ways to ease your tax load

Bidding For Rs 10,000 Banknote Crosses Rs 18 Lakh

Bidding For Rs 10,000 Banknote Crosses Rs 18 Lakh

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Rashtrapati Bhavan has introduced a new initiative, the E-Upahaar auction, to monetise valuable assets for a social cause, in alignment with a broader governmental policy, championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, of auctioning gifts received by dignitaries to fund welfare programmes.

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

TVK cadres are worried, the leadership looks weak, and the party is not fully prepared for the 2026 elections, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Islamabad high court is set to hear the petitions requesting the suspension of sentences to Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the 190 million Pound Al-Qadir Trust case on June 11.

ISL to get a tech makeover with video support system!

ISL to get a tech makeover with video support system!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

AIFF's RFP: No franchisee fee for clubs in ISL, commercial partner to provide video support system

'Crime Wasn't Just Fraud. It Was Murder For Profit'

'Crime Wasn't Just Fraud. It Was Murder For Profit'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Murders disguised as accidents. In one horrifying case, a man insured his father, mother, and wife -- then allegedly killed them all. He claimed Rs 54 crore in insurance.

Ladakh admin reacts to Wangchuk's wife's 'witch-hunt' claim

Ladakh admin reacts to Wangchuk's wife's 'witch-hunt' claim

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The administration appealed that the process of law should be allowed to take its own course and expressed confidence that "together we will bring back normalcy in the peace-loving Leh township and continue with our dialogue process".

Punjab flood: Toll rises to 37; crops in 23 districts damaged

Punjab flood: Toll rises to 37; crops in 23 districts damaged

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Heavy rains exacerbate the flood situation in Punjab, leading to 37 deaths and widespread crop damage. Rescue and relief operations are underway as authorities issue alerts and provide assistance to affected populations.

Gold, silver may extend rally this week

Gold, silver may extend rally this week

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Gold and silver prices are expected to maintain their upward trajectory this week, but may see late profit-booking amid the release of a series of crucial global economic indicators, analysts said. On the economic front, traders will closely monitor the manufacturing/ services PMI data from across regions and the US non-farm payrolls/ employment data along with consumer confidence for the month of September and speeches from several Federal Reserve officials, they added.

Rs 1 Trillion Welfare Funds Idle in States

Rs 1 Trillion Welfare Funds Idle in States

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Grameen has the highest unutilised amount (Rs 13,111 crore) compared to any other centrally sponsored scheme.

Gold surges Rs 2,200 to hit fresh high of Rs 116,200/10 gm

Gold surges Rs 2,200 to hit fresh high of Rs 116,200/10 gm

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Gold prices surged Rs 2,200 to hit a fresh peak of Rs 116,200 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday buoyed by strong global cues as investors awaited key commentary from US Fed officials for policy direction. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,14,000 per 10 grams on Friday.

Hindi Cinema's New Mogul

Hindi Cinema's New Mogul

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'We don't make films for profit and that's exactly why profit follows.'