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India-EU FTA: Textiles, pharma, engineering to get major boost

India-EU FTA: Textiles, pharma, engineering to get major boost

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, engineering goods, gems and jewellery exports will receive a boost from the free trade agreement between India and the 27-nation European Union, according to exporters.

Poonawalla confirms interest in acquiring RCB

Poonawalla confirms interest in acquiring RCB

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Pharma tycoon Adar Poonawalla has emerged as a potential suitor for the Indian Premier League franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru, sparking fresh speculation around a possible change in ownership of one of the league's most high-profile teams.

Australian Open: Jannik Sinner's Great Escape!

Australian Open: Jannik Sinner's Great Escape!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Jannik Sinner battled cramp in extreme heat in a gutsy win over American Eliot Spizzirri to enter the fourth round of the Australian Open on Saturday

NZ series is appetiser before T20 World Cup: Gavaskar

NZ series is appetiser before T20 World Cup: Gavaskar

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

India appear well set for T20 World Cup title defence, feels former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

Why Jaiswal needs to take a leaf out of Sachin's book!

Why Jaiswal needs to take a leaf out of Sachin's book!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sachin once removed the drive in Australia; maybe Jaiswal needs to shelve the cut shot: Steyn

Arshdeep Singh unfazed by rotation, focused on opportunities

Arshdeep Singh unfazed by rotation, focused on opportunities

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Jaise main team se in and out hota hoon uska advantage bhi hai. Mera ball bhi in and out jaata hai. I'm enjoying that, says Arshdeep Singh

Aus Open PIX: Defending champion Keys knocked out

Aus Open PIX: Defending champion Keys knocked out

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

American Jessica Pegula defeated compatriot and defending champion Madison Keys to make the Australian Open quarter-finals.

I-League to be renamed as Indian Football League

I-League to be renamed as Indian Football League

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The I-League, the country's second-tier football competition, will be restructured and rechristened as Indian Football League (IFL).

New Labour Codes Will Hit MSMEs Harder, Say HR Firms

New Labour Codes Will Hit MSMEs Harder, Say HR Firms

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

For MSMEs the transition could mean higher wage bills and tougher compliance -- unless strong handholding follows reports Auhona Mukherjee.

E2W companies seek PM E-Drive subsidy extension beyond March 2026

E2W companies seek PM E-Drive subsidy extension beyond March 2026

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

India's electric two-wheeler (e2W) manufacturers have urged the government to extend subsidies under the PM E-Drive (Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement) scheme beyond March 2026, cautioning that a withdrawal could slow near-term demand even as confidence in long-term electric mobility adoption remains intact.

The Film That's Giving Dhurandhar Competition

The Film That's Giving Dhurandhar Competition

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

'People are watching Gujarati films along with these huge films. I still can't process it.'

Sharad Pawar's NCP 'in touch' with BJP in Sangli, Akola

Sharad Pawar's NCP 'in touch' with BJP in Sangli, Akola

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

As the Bharatiya Janata Party is falling short of a majority in the municipal corporations of Sangli and Akola in Maharashtra and needs the support of other parties or elected members, the Sharad Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar has emerged as one of the decisive factors with three seats in its kitty in each civic body.

Rahul slams fighting fifty but Karnataka on shaky ground vs Punjab

Rahul slams fighting fifty but Karnataka on shaky ground vs Punjab

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Karnataka on shaky ground against Punjab despite Rahul's fifty; Desai puts Saurashtra on cusp of win

Retta Thala's Siddhi Is A Gorgeous Dimpled Beauty!

Retta Thala's Siddhi Is A Gorgeous Dimpled Beauty!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Siddhi Idnani never really screams for attention but still gets it. One dimpled smile, one soft gaze and suddenly even the simplest outfit feels special.

5 Biggest Skincare Mistakes to Avoid in 2026

5 Biggest Skincare Mistakes to Avoid in 2026

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

To get real, long-lasting results, you need to understand what your skin needs, respect its limits and invest in habits that will last longer than trends, advises Dr Rupika Singh.

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers crowned HIL champions

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers crowned HIL champions

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers beat Ranchi Royals 3-2 in final to clinch men''s HIL title

Samson eyes stability as India aim for win in Raipur

Samson eyes stability as India aim for win in Raipur

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan face a key test as India take on New Zealand in the second T20I at Raipur, eyeing World Cup momentum.

How Glenn Phillips cracked the Chakravarthy puzzle

How Glenn Phillips cracked the Chakravarthy puzzle

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

New Zealander Glenn Phillips is fast emerging as one of the few batters who appear to have cracked the Varun Chakravarthy puzzle in the first T20I in Nagpur.

How India Sleeps

How India Sleeps

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

India Rests In The Most Unlikely Places...

India slams Pak's 'false, self-serving' claim on Op Sindoor at UN

India slams Pak's 'false, self-serving' claim on Op Sindoor at UN

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, delivered a sharp response to comments made by Pakistan's Ambassador to the UN, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad.

Who Should Follow You On Instagram?

Who Should Follow You On Instagram?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, a mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, counsels a young girl on how to be safe on social media.

When Kashmir's Waterfall Stood Still

When Kashmir's Waterfall Stood Still

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Nature stands frozen as a cold wave grips villages and hilly areas of Anantnag, with temperatures dipping below zero.

'Have Muslims Faced Problems In Maharashtra?'

'Have Muslims Faced Problems In Maharashtra?'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

'We have given riot-free Maharashtra in our 18-month rule.'

Shinde, his corporators don't want BJP mayor: Raut

Shinde, his corporators don't want BJP mayor: Raut

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray leader Sanjay Raut claimed on Sunday that many newly elected Shiv Sena corporators, who originally belonged to the Bal Thackery-founded party before its division, do not want a Bharatiya Janata Party mayor in Mumbai.

Modi raises Sabarimala gold theft in mega Kerala rally

Modi raises Sabarimala gold theft in mega Kerala rally

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked the ruling Left and Congress in Kerala, raising the Sabarimala gold loss issue and accusing the Congress of aligning with hardline elements. He urged voters to choose the BJP for development and good governance.

Raj Thackeray pens moving tribute for uncle in Saamana

Raj Thackeray pens moving tribute for uncle in Saamana

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

MNS chief Raj Thackeray pens tribute to his uncle, Bal Thackeray, recalling their bond and the pain of leaving the family home after quitting Shiv Sena.

Divya's Simple Desi Style Is Winning Hearts

Divya's Simple Desi Style Is Winning Hearts

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

In a world where fashion is getting louder by the day, Divya Ganesan is quietly winning hearts with her soft, rooted style.

Priya-Atlee Are Expecting Their Second Child

Priya-Atlee Are Expecting Their Second Child

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Atlee and Priya make an announcement: 'Our home is about to get even cozier with the addition of our newest member'

Is BJP Planning Op Kamal Against Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar?

Is BJP Planning Op Kamal Against Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'The writing is on the wall for both Shinde and Ajit Pawar.'

What Were Tamannaah, Shanaya, Ashnoor Upto?

What Were Tamannaah, Shanaya, Ashnoor Upto?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

They were at the Elle List 2026 party; it wasn't just another red carpet night where fashion stopped at pretty outfits. This one came with intent.

Triptii, Sreeleela's Modish Vasant Panchami Style Tips

Triptii, Sreeleela's Modish Vasant Panchami Style Tips

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Vasant Panchami is not just about welcoming spring, it is also about honouring Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom, music and art. And that is exactly why most people dress up in yellow on this day.

J-K border village girl to lead all-male CRPF contingent on R-Day

J-K border village girl to lead all-male CRPF contingent on R-Day

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Simran Bala, a 26-year-old Assistant Commandant from a border village in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, will lead an all-male CRPF contingent on Kartavya Path in New Delhi on Republic Day. Her achievement is a source of immense pride for her family and the entire district.

Rohit reflects on missing T20 World Cup, tough selection calls

Rohit reflects on missing T20 World Cup, tough selection calls

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Former India skipper Rohit Sharma on Wednesday said watching T20 World Cup from the sidelines for the first time in his career will be a "strange" experience as he reflected on the difficult selection calls and leadership decisions that defined his captaincy tenure.

'The Greater Crisis -- That Of A Planet In Distress -- Is Still Gathering'

'The Greater Crisis -- That Of A Planet In Distress -- Is Still Gathering'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

'The pandemic has led to an immense disruption in the world's political, financial, military and geopolitical situation. The pandemic was a warning.'

Heat, cramps, tears rock Australian Open Day 2

Heat, cramps, tears rock Australian Open Day 2

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Players struggled with cramp and injuries on the second day of the Australian Open on Monday, headlined by the retirement of seventh seed Felix Auger-Aliassime while his compatriot Marina Stakusic needed a wheelchair to leave the court.

Tamannaah, Suhana Go Wild With...

Tamannaah, Suhana Go Wild With...

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Once upon a time, leopard print had a bad rap. It was loud, it was flashy and it was filed under 'tacky if not done right.'

New national policy pegs Rs 200 trn investment in power sector by '47

New national policy pegs Rs 200 trn investment in power sector by '47

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

The government on Wednesday put out the draft of a new policy that projects the country's power sector will need Rs 50 trillion in investments by 2032 and Rs 200 trillion by 2047, proposing ambitious reforms in generation, transmission and distribution.

Where You Can Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees

Where You Can Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

You can watch some of the Oscar nominated films on OTT.

Bike taxis to resume service in Karnataka as HC lifts ban

Bike taxis to resume service in Karnataka as HC lifts ban

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Calling the decision a win for the people of Karnataka, a Rapido spokesperson said it was not just a legal victory but a milestone moment for urban mobility in the state.

F1 2026: Ferrari's Stunning New Car SF-26 Hits The Track!

F1 2026: Ferrari's Stunning New Car SF-26 Hits The Track!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

New engines and the biggest technical overhaul in decades will mean drivers have to adapt to new ways of racing in the 2026 F1 season.