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'Intelligence failure': HC pulls up Navy over high-rise near INS Shikra

'Intelligence failure': HC pulls up Navy over high-rise near INS Shikra

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The Bombay High Court criticized the Navy for an intelligence lapse regarding a high-rise building near INS Shikra, questioning why it went unnoticed and raising concerns about selective opposition to construction projects.

Equity Markets' Challenges: Weak Demand, High Valuation

Equity Markets' Challenges: Weak Demand, High Valuation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Trade deals ease risks for Indian equities, but weak demand and stretched valuations raise questions over whether optimism -- especially in smallcaps -- can turn into a sustained bull run, points out Debashis Basu.

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan, Canada aim to end on a high

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan, Canada aim to end on a high

Rediff.com2 days ago

Afghanistan and Canada, already out of contention, are set to clash in their final T20 World Cup match, both eager to secure a morale-boosting victory.

T20 WC: Afghanistan thump Canada to bow out on a high

T20 WC: Afghanistan thump Canada to bow out on a high

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ibrahim Zadran's unbeaten 95 and Mohammad Nabi's four-wicket haul steered Afghanistan to an 82-run win over Canada in their final T20 World Cup match in Chennai, finishing on a high despite both teams being eliminated.

Fearless? Not so, say high-flying freestyle skiers, snowboarders

Fearless? Not so, say high-flying freestyle skiers, snowboarders

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The Olympic freestyle skiers and snowboarders who flip, spin and twist high above the Alps might look fearless, but they say the reality is very different. Fear is part of the job, and they feel it every day.

India's trade deficit widens to 3-month high of $34.68 bn

India's trade deficit widens to 3-month high of $34.68 bn

Rediff.com4 days ago

The country's exports rose marginally by 0.61 per cent to $36.56 billion in January, while trade deficit widened to a three-month high of $34.68 billion, government data showed on Monday.

Will Australia end disastrous T20 World Cup campaign on a high?

Will Australia end disastrous T20 World Cup campaign on a high?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australia will aim to salvage pride against Oman in their final T20 World Cup match after a disappointing campaign marked by injuries and poor form.

Budget 2026: 7 new high-speed rail corridors announced

Budget 2026: 7 new high-speed rail corridors announced

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Two dedicated freight corridors -- Eastern and Western -- are in operation covering several states and districts.

Aadrash Shankar Clinches Bronze in High Jump at Asian Indoor Athletics Championships

Aadrash Shankar Clinches Bronze in High Jump at Asian Indoor Athletics Championships

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Aadrash Ram Jothi Shankar won a bronze medal in the men's high jump at the 12th Asian Indoor Athletics Championships. Praveen Chithravel finished fourth in the men's triple jump. Manikanta Hoblidhar was disqualified in the 60m heats.

India's services sector growth touches 2-month high in Jan

India's services sector growth touches 2-month high in Jan

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

India's services sector growth rose to a two-month high of 58.5 in January, on faster expansion in new business intake and output, prompting service providers to hire additional staff, a monthly survey said on Wednesday.

Japan's High-Stakes Gamble In the Indo-Pacific

Japan's High-Stakes Gamble In the Indo-Pacific

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

In the Indo-Pacific's new era -- where perception shapes reality faster than treaties -- the real entrapment is not of China or the United States. It is the test Japan has set for itself -- and whether partners like India, acting as balancers rather than accelerants, can help ensure that the story ends in stability, points out Varun Arya.

AI can help India achieve Viksit Bharat goal, but poses high risk to jobs: IMF chief

AI can help India achieve Viksit Bharat goal, but poses high risk to jobs: IMF chief

Rediff.com2 hours ago

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discusses the potential of artificial intelligence to boost global growth, particularly in India, while also addressing the significant risks of job displacement and financial instability.

Madras high court upholds Rs 1.5 cr income tax penalty against actor Vijay

Madras high court upholds Rs 1.5 cr income tax penalty against actor Vijay

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The Madras High Court dismissed a petition by actor Vijay challenging an Income Tax department order to pay a Rs 1.50 crore penalty for alleged non-disclosure of income during 2015-16.

Tejaswin Shankar stuns Olympic medallist Shelby; wins high jump title in Kansas

Tejaswin Shankar stuns Olympic medallist Shelby; wins high jump title in Kansas

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Tejaswin Shankar pulled off a big upset, outclassing Olympic silver medalist Shelby McEwen to win the men's high jump title at the DeLoss Dodds Invitational 2026 athletics meet.

Silver, gold futures decline as traders book profits after record highs

Silver, gold futures decline as traders book profits after record highs

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Silver and gold prices declined sharply in the futures trade on Friday as traders booked profits at elevated levels after a record-breaking rally, tracking a bearish sentiment in global markets and a rebound in the US dollar.

High Court Quashes Order to Release Jana Nayagan, Stay on Film's Release

High Court Quashes Order to Release Jana Nayagan, Stay on Film's Release

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The ruling virtually makes the fate of the film, originally slated for a Pongal release earlier this month, uncertain.

Silver breaches Rs 4 lakh/kg mark; gold at record high

Silver breaches Rs 4 lakh/kg mark; gold at record high

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Silver prices on Thursday breached the record Rs 4 lakh per kilogram mark in futures trade, while gold touched a lifetime high of Rs 1.8 lakh per 10 grams, riding on strong investor demand and record gains in the international markets.

High cost of capital constraining private investment, growth

High cost of capital constraining private investment, growth

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

India's high cost of capital due to relatively shallow corporate bond markets, limited institutional investor depth, sovereign risk premia, and regulatory restrictions on capital flows, is a constraint on private investment and long-run growth, the Economic Survey, authored by Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran, said.

WPL 2026: 'Keeping the RCB flag flying high': Virat Kohli hails Smriti Mandhana & Co

WPL 2026: 'Keeping the RCB flag flying high': Virat Kohli hails Smriti Mandhana & Co

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has become the first team to hold both the IPL and WPL titles simultaneously.

Forex reserves jump by $8 bn to all-time high of $709 bn

Forex reserves jump by $8 bn to all-time high of $709 bn

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

India's forex reserves jumped by $8 billion to an all-time high of $709 billion during the week ended January 23, the RBI said on Friday.

SBI reports all-time high standalone profit of Rs 21,028 cr in Q3

SBI reports all-time high standalone profit of Rs 21,028 cr in Q3

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

State Bank of India on Saturday reported an all-time high profit of Rs 21,028 crore in December quarter FY26 on a standalone basis.

India's January power demand hits 16-year high at 143 billion units

India's January power demand hits 16-year high at 143 billion units

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

India's power demand rose 4.5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to 143 billion units (BUs) in January, marking the highest consumption for the month since 2010, primarily on the back of severe cold wave conditions across northern and eastern regions of the country.

Entry-level cars rebound, boost Maruti's quarterly sales to record high

Entry-level cars rebound, boost Maruti's quarterly sales to record high

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Maruti Suzuki sold more cars than ever before, earned more money, and saw many first-time buyers choosing small cars again.

DC face Gujarat Giants in high-stakes WPL eliminator

DC face Gujarat Giants in high-stakes WPL eliminator

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Perennial finalists Delhi Capitals take on in-form Gujarat Giants in the WPL eliminator, with a spot in the February 5 final at stake.

2 high-speed trains collide in Spain, 21 dead

2 high-speed trains collide in Spain, 21 dead

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Witnesses said the impact felt like an earthquake, while passengers were forced to break windows to escape, resulting in multiple injuries caused by cuts. Several passengers also reported smoke inside the trains and sought medical assistance, Euro News reported.

GST collections rise 6.2% to 3-month high of Rs 1.93 lakh cr in Jan

GST collections rise 6.2% to 3-month high of Rs 1.93 lakh cr in Jan

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Gross GST collections rose 6.2 per cent to a three-month high of over Rs 1.93 lakh crore in January, indicating increased consumption is making up for rate cuts late last year, sources said on Sunday.

High drama as TN Governor walks out of assembly again

High drama as TN Governor walks out of assembly again

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

In the fourth such instance, Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi on Tuesday walked out of the state assembly without reading his customary address after alleging that the national anthem was insulted, evoking a sharp response from Chief Minister M K Stalin, who dubbed his action as an 'insult' to the House and the people of the state.

Realme 16 Pro+: Ultra-High 200MP Camera

Realme 16 Pro+: Ultra-High 200MP Camera

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Realme has rolled out its latest premium offerings in the Indian market with the debut of the Realme 16 Pro and Realme 16 Pro+.

Ficci manufacturing index at all-time high in Q3

Ficci manufacturing index at all-time high in Q3

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

The quarterly manufacturing index by the industry body Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (Ficci) rose to an all-time high in the third quarter of financial year 2025-26 (Q3FY26), with 91 per cent of respondents reporting either higher or same production levels, against 87 per cent in the previous quarter.

Pak drones sighted near J-K border; troops on high alert

Pak drones sighted near J-K border; troops on high alert

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Pakistani drones were spotted hovering along the Indo-Pak border in the Poonch and Samba districts of Jammu and Kashmir, prompting security forces to activate their anti-drone measures. The drones were seen along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border.

India's forex kitty jumps $8.66 bn to record $725.72 bn

India's forex kitty jumps $8.66 bn to record $725.72 bn

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India's forex reserves jumped $8.663 billion to hit a new all-time high of $725.727 billion in the week ended February 13, the RBI said on Friday.

Gold, silver hit record highs on strong gains in global mkts

Gold, silver hit record highs on strong gains in global mkts

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Silver prices rallied sharply by Rs 15,000 to hit a lifetime high of Rs 265,000 per kg in the national capital on Monday, and gold advanced to a fresh record of Rs 144,600 per 10 grams, mirroring strong gains in the global markets.

Industry confidence hits five-qtr high in Oct-Dec: CII survey

Industry confidence hits five-qtr high in Oct-Dec: CII survey

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Business confidence in India Inc rose to a five-quarter high in December quarter of FY26, amid further reform expectations and steady domestic demand, a survey by industry body Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) showed. The CII Business Confidence Index (BCI) rose for the third consecutive quarter to 66.5 in the December quarter from 66 in the preceding September quarter.

Delhi HC Pulls Up IOA In Winter Olympics Selection Row

Delhi HC Pulls Up IOA In Winter Olympics Selection Row

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Delhi High Court allows skier Manjeet to initiate contempt proceedings against an IOA official over alleged misquoting of court order in Winter Olympics selection row.

WATCH: Rajpal Yadav Walks Out Of Jail

WATCH: Rajpal Yadav Walks Out Of Jail

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Delhi High Court has granted Rajpal Yadav granted an interim suspension of his sentence until March 18.

8 key infra sectors record 4-month high growth at 3.7% in December

8 key infra sectors record 4-month high growth at 3.7% in December

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

India's eight key infrastructure sectors registered a four-month high growth rate of 3.7 per cent in December last year, driven by a jump in the output of fertiliser and cement, according to official data released on Tuesday.

SC grants bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt in cheating case

SC grants bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt in cheating case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has granted bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and regularized the interim bail of his wife in a multi-crore rupees cheating case lodged in Rajasthan, involving allegations of misappropriated funds for a biopic project.

High drama in Karnataka assembly as guv walks out over speech row

High drama in Karnataka assembly as guv walks out over speech row

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Gehlot had on Wednesday refused to deliver the address to the Karnataka legislature, leading to a stalemate over the fate of the customary speech that outlines the government's policies.

Sabalenka vs Svitolina: No handshakes, high stakes in tense Aus Open semis

Sabalenka vs Svitolina: No handshakes, high stakes in tense Aus Open semis

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Aryna Sabalenka will aim to take a huge stride towards a third Australian Open title in four years when the Belarusian top seed clashes with Ukraine's Elina Svitolina on Thursday in a semi-final simmering with geopolitical tension.

8 Germ Hotspots You Touch Every Day

8 Germ Hotspots You Touch Every Day

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Countless public surfaces, from cash machines to lift buttons, are touched by hundreds of people every day, often without a second thought.