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FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4FY26

FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4FY26

Rediff.com3 days ago

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies like Dabur India and Marico anticipate high single-digit growth in Q4FY26, driven by strong domestic demand in India, which is helping to offset the negative impact of geopolitical conflicts in West Asia on their international businesses.

US Army chief ousted amid war in Iran, former Hegseth aide takes charge

US Army chief ousted amid war in Iran, former Hegseth aide takes charge

Rediff.com4 days ago

The decision marks a significant leadership transition as the administration seeks a commander who 'will implement Donald Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army'.

ISL Clubs Request More Time to Evaluate AIFF Commercial Rights Bidders

ISL Clubs Request More Time to Evaluate AIFF Commercial Rights Bidders

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Indian Super League clubs are urging the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to postpone any binding decisions regarding the new long-term commercial rights holder, citing insufficient opportunity to properly assess the bidders.

PM Modi Lauds Anveshana for Making Science Accessible to Students

PM Modi Lauds Anveshana for Making Science Accessible to Students

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the Anveshana programme of Prayoga Institute of Education Research for its work in making scientific research accessible to school students. The programme, launched in 2022, supports student-led research projects and provides hands-on learning opportunities.

Adani Group adopts 3-layer structure to empower frontline,flatten hierarchy

Adani Group adopts 3-layer structure to empower frontline,flatten hierarchy

Rediff.com3 days ago

Billionaire Gautam Adani announced the Adani Group is transitioning to a three-layer organisational structure to flatten hierarchy and empower its frontline operations, aiming for faster decision-making and increased accountability.

'Impact Player takes a lot of the skill out of the game'

'Impact Player takes a lot of the skill out of the game'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson has criticised the IPL's Impact Player rule, joining a growing number of players who believe it diminishes the skill aspect of the game.

Auto cos delivered record 2,96,71,064 units in FY26; 13.3% jump YoY

Auto cos delivered record 2,96,71,064 units in FY26; 13.3% jump YoY

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's auto retail sector achieved record-breaking sales of 2,96,71,064 units in FY26, a 13.3% increase, primarily driven by the implementation of GST 2.0 which reduced the tax burden on mass-segment vehicles, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA).

Shashank Jain to Take Over as Brookfield India REIT CEO

Shashank Jain to Take Over as Brookfield India REIT CEO

Rediff.com7 days ago

Brookfield India Real Estate Trust has appointed Shashank Jain as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director of the firm managing the REIT, effective July 1.

Bombay HC Grants Bail in BEST Bus Accident, Highlights Lack of Electric Bus Training

Bombay HC Grants Bail in BEST Bus Accident, Highlights Lack of Electric Bus Training

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Bombay High Court granted bail to a BEST bus driver involved in a fatal accident, citing a lack of practical training for operating electric buses.

Gaudium IVF Pioneers AI-Powered Infertility Treatment in India

Gaudium IVF Pioneers AI-Powered Infertility Treatment in India

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gaudium IVF and Women Health Limited has introduced artificial intelligence-led infertility treatment in India, integrating advanced embryology tools into routine clinical practice. The AI integration includes systems such as SiD (Sperm Identification Device) and ERICA (Embryo Ranking Intelligent Classification Assistant) to improve precision in key stages of the in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) process.

Gaudium IVF Pioneers AI-Powered Infertility Treatment in India

Gaudium IVF Pioneers AI-Powered Infertility Treatment in India

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gaudium IVF and Women Health Limited has introduced artificial intelligence-led infertility treatment in India, integrating advanced embryology tools into routine clinical practice. The AI integration includes systems such as SiD (Sperm Identification Device) and ERICA (Embryo Ranking Intelligent Classification Assistant) to improve precision in key stages of the in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) process.

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi Secure Wins at Sub-Junior Hockey Championship

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi Secure Wins at Sub-Junior Hockey Championship

Rediff.com5 days ago

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi recorded significant victories on the second day of the 16th Sub-Junior Men's National Hockey Championship in Rajgir.

Revanth Reddy to Speak at Harvard AI Symposium Amid Budget Session

Revanth Reddy to Speak at Harvard AI Symposium Amid Budget Session

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will virtually deliver the keynote address at the Harvard Kennedy School's AI symposium, focusing on the global AI landscape.

West Asia War Pushes RBI into Growth-Inflation Dilemma

West Asia War Pushes RBI into Growth-Inflation Dilemma

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra is now confronting the classic growth-inflation tradeoff, a situation exacerbated by the West Asia war, which threatens to end the 'goldilocks period' of low inflation and robust growth.

Oil Prices Tumble as US Pauses Military Action Against Iran

Oil Prices Tumble as US Pauses Military Action Against Iran

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Crude oil prices experienced a sharp decline after US President Donald Trump announced a temporary halt to military strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, easing geopolitical tensions and supply disruption fears.

Sensex Crashes 1,400 Points, Nifty Near 22,250: Trump-Iran Tensions Trigger Market Selloff

Sensex Crashes 1,400 Points, Nifty Near 22,250: Trump-Iran Tensions Trigger Market Selloff

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sensex plunges over 1,400 points and Nifty slips near 22,250 amid Trump's Iran threat, rising crude oil prices, and FII selling. Here are the key reasons behind today's market crash.

Migration debate takes centre stage in Kerala polls

Migration debate takes centre stage in Kerala polls

Rediff.com1 days ago

Migration from Kerala has become a significant issue in the upcoming Assembly elections, with political parties promising to create more opportunities within the state to discourage emigration for studies and jobs. Experts suggest focusing on 'brain gain' strategies to attract talent back to Kerala after gaining experience abroad.

India Announces Pickleball Team for US Open in Florida

India Announces Pickleball Team for US Open in Florida

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Mihika Yadav and Arjun Singh headline the Indian team selected to compete in the US Open pickleball tournament in Naples, Florida. The squad includes players across various age categories, with the Indian Pickleball Association supporting their participation in upcoming international events.

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty50 decline 2% on rising tensions in West Asia

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty50 decline 2% on rising tensions in West Asia

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian equities on Dalal Street saw volatility as global market trends and fresh tariff concerns linked to Donald Trump impacted investor sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty50 movement and key market drivers for April 2, 2026.

Yuvraj Singh On Why Cricketers Should Play Golf From Early Age

Yuvraj Singh On Why Cricketers Should Play Golf From Early Age

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh encourages cricketers to play golf from a young age to alleviate stress and enhance their primary sport, highlighting its accessibility and benefits.

Suffering From 'Tech Neck'? These Exercises Can Help

Suffering From 'Tech Neck'? These Exercises Can Help

Rediff.com1 days ago

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan offers advice on how to take care of your overall health.

Russia offers to boost oil, gas supplies to India amidst West Asia turmoil

Russia offers to boost oil, gas supplies to India amidst West Asia turmoil

Rediff.com4 days ago

Amidst global energy market volatility driven by the West Asia crisis, Russia has proposed increasing its crude oil and natural gas supplies to India, strengthening bilateral energy ties and aiming for USD 100 billion in annual trade by 2030.

INOX Air Products Commissions Ultra-High Purity Oxygen Plant in India

INOX Air Products Commissions Ultra-High Purity Oxygen Plant in India

Rediff.com4 days ago

INOX Air Products has commissioned a new ultra-high purity liquid oxygen facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, to support India's growing semiconductor and solar manufacturing sectors, reducing reliance on imports.

IPL 2026: Let people talk, I am not here to show anyone how talented I am: Ajinkya Rahane

IPL 2026: Let people talk, I am not here to show anyone how talented I am: Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane dismisses speculation about his future, stating his focus is on personal growth as a cricketer, not proving critics wrong.

'10 men made it impossible': Guardiola after Champions League exit

'10 men made it impossible': Guardiola after Champions League exit

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Pep Guardiola remains optimistic about Manchester City's future despite their Champions League elimination by Real Madrid, highlighting the team's spirit and the importance of experience for new players.

Jodhpur Woman, Married at 12, Successfully Annulls Child Marriage

Jodhpur Woman, Married at 12, Successfully Annulls Child Marriage

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A 21-year-old woman in Jodhpur has successfully annulled her child marriage, which took place when she was only 12 years old. The court emphasized the adverse impact of child marriage and the importance of eliminating the practice.

Flipkart Appoints New VPs to Drive Tech Innovation

Flipkart Appoints New VPs to Drive Tech Innovation

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Flipkart has announced the appointment of Smita Ojha as Vice President of Engineering and Amit Sharma as Vice President of Program Management to scale its core technology and drive long-term value creation.

Indian Manufacturing Growth Hits Four-Year Low: What's Behind the Slowdown?

Indian Manufacturing Growth Hits Four-Year Low: What's Behind the Slowdown?

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's manufacturing sector growth slowed to a four-year low in March, impacted by cost pressures, competition, market uncertainty, and the Middle East conflict, according to the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI.

Can I Apply To Vellore Institute Of Technology Without Clearing IIT-JEE?

Can I Apply To Vellore Institute Of Technology Without Clearing IIT-JEE?

Rediff.com6 days ago

rediffGURU Nayagam PP, founder of EduJob360, offers guidance on how to pick the right college and course for your future.

Why Rassie van der Dussen Retired From International Cricket

Why Rassie van der Dussen Retired From International Cricket

Rediff.com5 days ago

South African batter Rassie van der Dussen, 37, has announced his retirement from international cricket after being left out of the centrally-contracted list. He will continue to play domestic cricket for the Lions.

Rupee Bounces Back After RBI Intervention Amidst Market Volatility

Rupee Bounces Back After RBI Intervention Amidst Market Volatility

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian rupee rebounded against the US dollar following intervention by the Reserve Bank of India, amidst ongoing concerns about foreign capital outflows, rising crude oil prices, and geopolitical instability.

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'The jail staff told me Kasab was served only jail food and not biryani.' 'They told me that Kasab was beaten regularly after court proceedings.' 'And they filled Kasab's bottle with urine so that whenever he felt thirsty he used to drink urine.'

The boy before Sachin Tendulkar: Anil Gurav's unfulfilled journey

The boy before Sachin Tendulkar: Anil Gurav's unfulfilled journey

Rediff.com6 days ago

Anil Gurav, once hailed as Mumbai's 'Vivian Richards' and an Achrekar prodigy, dies at 61-his story a poignant tale of talent that never fulfilled its promise.

IPO pipeline strengthens; 38 cos file draft papers in March

IPO pipeline strengthens; 38 cos file draft papers in March

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian IPO market is experiencing a significant surge in preliminary filings, with 38 companies submitting papers to SEBI in March 2026, driven by a combination of improved issuer confidence, strategic regulatory compliance, and private equity investors seeking exits amidst volatile market conditions.

RBI approves Emirates NBD's 74% stake acquisition in RBL Bank

RBI approves Emirates NBD's 74% stake acquisition in RBL Bank

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted approval for UAE-based Emirates NBD (ENBD) PJSC to acquire up to a 74 per cent stake in RBL Bank for $3 billion, marking the largest foreign investment ever in a domestic Indian bank.

OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu Resigns - Company Updates India Operations

OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu Resigns - Company Updates India Operations

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Robin Liu steps down as India CEO of OnePlus. The company shares key updates on its India operations and future strategy. Here's what it means for the brand and market.

After Spain, Italy denies US aircraft access to military base

After Spain, Italy denies US aircraft access to military base

Rediff.com7 days ago

Italy has denied the United States the use of the Sigonella military base for flights heading to West Asia, citing a lack of consultation and concerns over the nature of the flights. This decision reflects Italy's stance on avoiding escalation in the region, as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government emphasises its desire to stay out of war.

Uniform Civil Code, One Nation One Election BJP's unfinished agenda: Modi

Uniform Civil Code, One Nation One Election BJP's unfinished agenda: Modi

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the BJP's 47th Foundation Day, highlighting the Uniform Civil Code and 'One Nation, One Election' as key unfinished agendas. He also reaffirmed the party's commitment to implementing women's reservation in the 2029 elections and criticised dynastic politics.

Maharashtra CM Stresses Tech Skills for Police in Digital Era

Maharashtra CM Stresses Tech Skills for Police in Digital Era

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the 69th All India Police Duty Meet (AIPDM) 2025-26, emphasising the need for police to stay ahead of criminals in the digital age and improve investigation skills.

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill criticises Impact Player rule, says it diminishes skill

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill criticises Impact Player rule, says it diminishes skill

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has criticised the Impact Player rule in the IPL, joining other Indian cricketers in expressing concerns that it diminishes the skill aspect of the game.