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No more shooting selfies, reels in SC's main premises

No more shooting selfies, reels in SC's main premises

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court of India has banned photography, videography, and the creation of social media reels within its main premises, which is designated as a high-security zone. Violators may face penalties.

India Has 73 Unicorns; RMGs Knocked Out

India Has 73 Unicorns; RMGs Knocked Out

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

RMG firms Dream11, Games24x7, Gameskraft and MPL lost unicorn status after the gaming ban while fintech players led 11 new unicorns added in 2025.

Pak increases range of mobile towers, alert in Rajasthan

Pak increases range of mobile towers, alert in Rajasthan

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Amid concerns of espionage, the Rajasthan administration has intensified security measures along the India-Pakistan border, with authorities in Jaisalmer and Sri Ganganagar banning the use of Pakistani SIM cards.

Jaguar Land Rover gets UK govt loan guarantee after cyber-attack

Jaguar Land Rover gets UK govt loan guarantee after cyber-attack

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The UK government on Sunday announced that it will support "iconic British brand" Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) with a loan guarantee of up to 1.5 billion pounds to give certainty to the Tata Motors owned carmaker's supply chain following a devastating cyber-attack. The loan will come from a commercial bank, backed by the Department for Business and Trade's (DBT) Export Development Guarantee (EDG), provided by export credit agency UK Export Finance, to be paid back over five years.

A bike with integrated radar and camera-safety systems!

A bike with integrated radar and camera-safety systems!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette launches the fighter jet-inspired X-47 Crossover electric motorcycle at Rs 2.49 lakh, with deliveries to commence in October.

Chennai cop's remarks on woman feeding stray dogs sparks uproar

Chennai cop's remarks on woman feeding stray dogs sparks uproar

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

A Chennai policeman on night patrol sparked controversy after making a 'harassment' remark to a woman feeding stray dogs at Thiruvanmiyur beach. The incident, including the cop snatching her phone, went viral on social media.

Karnataka's caste census marred by technical snags

Karnataka's caste census marred by technical snags

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

The Social and Educational Survey, known as 'caste census,' is underway in Karnataka, facing technical glitches and server issues. The survey, conducted by the Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes, aims to gather data on caste and social status across the state.

Guess How Many People Watch OTT?

Guess How Many People Watch OTT?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

OTT users have crossed the 600 million mark which is around 41 per cent of India's population.

Zerodha faced brief outage; glitch fixed, says company

Zerodha faced brief outage; glitch fixed, says company

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Online brokerage Zerodha faced a brief technical glitch on Wednesday morning that disrupted price updates for some users on its Kite trading app.

How India can tackle China's restrictions on rare earth supply

How India can tackle China's restrictions on rare earth supply

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

India must act decisively to fully leverage the vast opportunities that exist in India for developing the entire rare earth magnet ecosystem, SIAM president Shailesh Chandra said on Thursday. The government is considering incentives for the production of rare earth minerals and magnets in response to China's restrictions on its global supply, which have disrupted the supply chain.

'Israel Is Weaponising Hunger'

'Israel Is Weaponising Hunger'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'Famine in Gaza is not a failure of logistics or aid. What is to blame is deliberate starvation caused by a brutal war.' 'Any child dying in a war zone is a vote of no confidence against humanity.'

Rape accused TV actor undergoes potency test

Rape accused TV actor undergoes potency test

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

The case came to light when the wife of one of Kapoor's friends called police, saying the woman was creating a commotion. The complainant was then taken to a hospital, where she disclosed about the alleged assault.

Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1: Awe And Wonder

Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1: Awe And Wonder

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 is an ambitious, bold update of the ideas of the first film in a much bigger canvas, discovers Arjun Menon.

'Inescapable web': How Chaitanyananda intimidated students

'Inescapable web': How Chaitanyananda intimidated students

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati, accused of sexually harassing students, allegedly created an 'inescapable web' of intimidation at a private management institute, ensuring his control over its operations.

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.

Ahead of WC, Sreejesh mentors juniors with books and belief

Ahead of WC, Sreejesh mentors juniors with books and belief

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Sreejesh, a two-time Olympic bronze medallist, believes India have the potential to finish on the podium in the upcoming junior World Cup to be held in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 till December 10.

Aiming to list Jio in first half of 2026: Mukesh Ambani

Aiming to list Jio in first half of 2026: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Reliance Jio, India's biggest telecom operator, is planning to launch an initial public offering (IPO) and listing on bourses in the first half of 2026, billionaire Mukesh Ambani said on Friday. Jio is currently a unit of Reliance Industries Ltd, India's most valuable company.

Woman duped of Rs 3.75 crore with Jaggi Vasudev deepfake

Woman duped of Rs 3.75 crore with Jaggi Vasudev deepfake

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

A retired woman in Bengaluru was allegedly defrauded of Rs 3.75 crore by scammers using an AI-generated deepfake video of spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev to promote a fraudulent online trading platform.

When Pakistan Bombed Jail That Sonam Wangchuk Is Housed In

When Pakistan Bombed Jail That Sonam Wangchuk Is Housed In

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Sonam Wangchuk is under tight surveillance within the three-tiered prison, with CCTV cameras monitored around the clock.

Trump's H1B Diktat Fuels Anxiety For Indians

Trump's H1B Diktat Fuels Anxiety For Indians

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Social media feeds and immigration forums lit up with questions from workers and families who feared they might be stranded abroad, unable to return to their jobs or reunite with loved ones.

Ladakh's LAB hardens stand, suspends talks with Centre

Ladakh's LAB hardens stand, suspends talks with Centre

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The home ministry said the central government would continue to welcome the discussion with LAB and KDA through the high powered committee on Ladakh or any such platform.

Father alleges foul play in JU woman student's death

Father alleges foul play in JU woman student's death

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The father of a deceased Jadavpur University student is filing a police complaint, alleging foul play in her death after she was found unconscious in a pond on campus.

ICC pulls up PCB over Pycroft row!

ICC pulls up PCB over Pycroft row!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

mulling action for multiple violations and misconduct

Tata Motors seeks govt help to ease electric vehicle raw material sourcing

Tata Motors seeks govt help to ease electric vehicle raw material sourcing

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Spreading risks in sourcing raw materials for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing is "very critical" and the government can play a key role by enabling access to these from multiple locations worldwide, said Vivek Srivatsa, chief commercial officer at Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, on Friday while stressing the need for faster localisation, especially of batteries.

Let my story be a warning, says ex-banker who lost Rs 23 cr

Let my story be a warning, says ex-banker who lost Rs 23 cr

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

A retired banker in Delhi lost his entire life savings, amounting to Rs 23 crore, to cyber fraudsters who posed as ED and CBI officers. The victim was kept under 'digital arrest' for over a month and forced to transfer funds under duress.

CRPF claims Rahul Gandhi violated protocol; intimidation, says Cong

CRPF claims Rahul Gandhi violated protocol; intimidation, says Cong

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The sources said such communication was "routine" in nature and had been sent by the CRPF security wing in the context of Gandhi's security in the past too.

Indian IT Cos Feel H-1B Heat

Indian IT Cos Feel H-1B Heat

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

'It is good to have the H1-B visa option but if tomorrow things happen to change, it is not the end of the world situation.'

Indian Growth Fuels Far-Right Rallies In Australia

Indian Growth Fuels Far-Right Rallies In Australia

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

One flyer read: 'More Indians in 5 years, than Greeks and Italians in 100', adding, 'This isn't a slight cultural change, it's a replacement plain and simple'.

5 grilled in Gujarat over attack on Delhi CM

5 grilled in Gujarat over attack on Delhi CM

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Delhi Police are questioning five individuals in Gujarat regarding their potential involvement in the attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The investigation is ongoing, with mobile phones seized and leads being pursued.

'Efficiency of E20 is more or less on a par with petrol'

'Efficiency of E20 is more or less on a par with petrol'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'Crude oil prices are around $66-67 per barrel now but could fall to $55-60 if global disturbances ease.'

3 J-K men with Jaish links held for Mohali cab driver's murder

3 J-K men with Jaish links held for Mohali cab driver's murder

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Punjab Police arrested three men from Jammu and Kashmir, uncovering a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) linked terror module in connection with the murder of a cab driver. The accused confessed to the crime and the victim's body and the weapon used were recovered.

Tariff poses major challenge for Maruti's exports to US

Tariff poses major challenge for Maruti's exports to US

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Almost 30 per cent of Maruti's auto-component exports are to the US, and about half of that is facing a duty of 25 per cent and the other half 50 per cent.

Trailer Watch: Jolly LLB, 3 Times The Fun

Trailer Watch: Jolly LLB, 3 Times The Fun

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The trailer of Jolly LLB 3 shows the two Jollys pitted against each other, which is a very clever idea, because both stars are terrific with comedy, notes Deepa Gahlot.

'Caste census' begins in Karnataka amid protests

'Caste census' begins in Karnataka amid protests

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The Social and Educational Survey, popularly known as the 'caste census' in Karnataka, commenced on Monday, with enumerators going door-to-door to collect data.

Sonam Wangchuk arrested under NSA, to be shifted to Rajasthan jail

Sonam Wangchuk arrested under NSA, to be shifted to Rajasthan jail

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was arrested Friday by a police party in Leh, two days after violent protests by supporters of the movement for statehood and extension of Sixth Schedule of Constitution left four persons dead and 90 others injured, officials said.

Trump's Tariff Give Electronics A Breather

Trump's Tariff Give Electronics A Breather

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

But the respite may not last long.

National Awards: 'Wanted A Good Picture To Hang At Home'

National Awards: 'Wanted A Good Picture To Hang At Home'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Winning awards, everything, I don't think you can plan all these things. You don't go out there wanting to make a film saying, 'this film will win an award'. You can't do art with that intent.'

Delhi CM attacker's friend who transferred money detained

Delhi CM attacker's friend who transferred money detained

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Rekha Gupta was attacked by Rajkot resident Rajesh Khimji at her Civil Lines residence on Wednesday during Jan Sunwai.

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Female students alleged that Saraswati used abusive language, sent obscene messages, and made unwanted physical advances.

'I Would Like To Die On The Cricket Field'

'I Would Like To Die On The Cricket Field'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'We all make mistakes, but what is important is that you've got to get that out of your mind before the next ball commences.' K R Nayar recalls his many encounters with Dickie Bird, the legendary cricket umpire who passed into the ages this week.