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Sebi launches centralised database portal for corporate bonds

Sebi launches centralised database portal for corporate bonds

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Markets regulator Sebi has launched a centralised database portal for corporate bonds in a bid to create a single, authentic source of information on such securities. The portal -- Bond Central-- has been developed by Online Bond Platform Providers Association (OBPP Association) in collaboration with Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) comprising stock exchanges and depositories.

Two women among 12 held so far in 3 states on espionage charges

Two women among 12 held so far in 3 states on espionage charges

Rediff.com19 May 2025

While six of them have been held from Punjab, five were nabbed from neighbouring Haryana, and one from Uttar Pradesh.

AI To Design: Career Choices After Class 12

AI To Design: Career Choices After Class 12

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar offers guidance on the various courses students can pursue after completing Class 10 and 12.

Parag's 'Disrespectful' Gesture Sparks ANGER

Parag's 'Disrespectful' Gesture Sparks ANGER

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Following RR's six run win at the Barsapara cricket stadium, a video surfaced online showing Parag tossing a phone back to security personnel after posing for a photo with them.

Spying case: Police say many YouTube channels under scanner

Spying case: Police say many YouTube channels under scanner

Rediff.com21 May 2025

An operation was underway to find if more people were involved in espionage against India and several YouTube channels were under scrutiny, a top Haryana official said on Tuesday after five, including a Youtuber, were nabbed from the state for spying.

Influencer Sharmistha Panoli gets bail, police protection

Influencer Sharmistha Panoli gets bail, police protection

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

The Calcutta high court on Thursday granted interim bail to social media influencer Sharmistha Panoli, who was arrested by the Kolkata police for allegedly uploading a video with communal comments.

'India-Canada ties may improve after G7 invite from Carney'

'India-Canada ties may improve after G7 invite from Carney'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Despite ongoing tension between the two countries on the issue of extremism, Bezirgan said he expects warmer ties henceforth as Carney has invited Prime Minister Modi for the G7 Summit.

100 terrorists killed in Operation Sindoor: Rajnath Singh

100 terrorists killed in Operation Sindoor: Rajnath Singh

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told an all-party meeting that at least 100 terrorists were killed in the Indian strikes on terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under 'Operation Sindoor'. Leaders from various parties showed maturity and extended all support to the government and armed forces.

Haryana YouTuber held on charge of spying for Pak; in 5-day police custody

Haryana YouTuber held on charge of spying for Pak; in 5-day police custody

Rediff.com17 May 2025

She has been booked under the relevant sections of the Official Secrets Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, said the police.

Govt official, 2-year-old girl among 5 killed in Pak shelling in J-K

Govt official, 2-year-old girl among 5 killed in Pak shelling in J-K

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Raj Kumar Thapa, additional district development commissioner, Rajouri, and his two staff members were seriously injured when an artillery shell hit his official residence in Rajouri town, the officials said.

Indian startups raise $1.65 bn in February

Indian startups raise $1.65 bn in February

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Indian startups raised a total of $1.65 billion (about Rs 14,418 crore) in funding at a median valuation of $83.2 million in February 2025, according to data from Traxcn. This brings the total funding in FY25 (April-February) to $25.4 billion, spread across 2,200 rounds, the data showed.

Is Shastri Targeting Kohli?

Is Shastri Targeting Kohli?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

The contrast between Iyer's selflessness and Kohli's perceived self-interest fuelled online discussions, with many interpreting Shastri's comment as a veiled critique of Kohli's actions.

India-Pak Dubai Game Tix Sold Out In Minutes!

India-Pak Dubai Game Tix Sold Out In Minutes!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

An ardent cricket fan told me he was 118,000th in the queue, and within minutes, he received the disappointing news that his hopes of securing a ticket had vanished with all tickets sold out.

India's Champions Trophy matches in Dubai: Where to buy tickets

India's Champions Trophy matches in Dubai: Where to buy tickets

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

The ticket sales for India's Champions Trophy matches to be played in Dubai will begin on Monday evening.

Sundar Pichai's Future-Proof Career Tips

Sundar Pichai's Future-Proof Career Tips

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'Skills like critical thinking, empathy, storytelling, team management and ethical judgment will grow in value even as AI continues to master logical tasks,' says Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai.

PhysicsWallah files IPO papers via confidential route

PhysicsWallah files IPO papers via confidential route

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Physics Wallah has filed Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), a precursor to hitting the primary market from where the edtech Unicorn reportedly plans to raise around Rs 4,500 crore through IPO.

Who's The Lady Kohli Hugged At Airport?

Who's The Lady Kohli Hugged At Airport?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Was she a lucky fan or someone closer to the cricket star? While some online users debated, a fan page of Kohli claimed she was a relative.

41 airports across India get hoax bomb threat emails, security beefed up

41 airports across India get hoax bomb threat emails, security beefed up

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Security was beefed up as agencies swept the airport terminals after the emails were received around 12.40 pm from the ID exhumedyou888@gmail.com.

Schools reopen in Jammu's border areas after 8 days of India-Pak tension

Schools reopen in Jammu's border areas after 8 days of India-Pak tension

Rediff.com15 May 2025

The reopening brought a sense of relief to students, teachers, and parents across the region.

Pak shelling toll rises to 7 in J-K, more than 25 hurt

Pak shelling toll rises to 7 in J-K, more than 25 hurt

Rediff.com11 May 2025

The casualties were reported hours before India and Pakistan agreed to end hostilities, which soared after the Indian Armed Forces hit terror launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir earlier this week in response to the Pahalgam attack.

Champions League hosts tighten security after Islamic State threat

Champions League hosts tighten security after Islamic State threat

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

France and Spain will step up security ahead of the Champions League quarter-finals in Madrid and Paris on Tuesday and Wednesday nights, top officials said, as Islamic State threats cast a shadow over Europe's top club soccer tournament.

Shoe pinches for most large footwear companies

Shoe pinches for most large footwear companies

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Footwear companies were among the weakest performers in the consumer discretionary sector during the October-December quarter (Q3) of 2024-25. The combined revenue growth of the top four listed firms was just 2.9 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) - the lowest among major discretionary categories.

Cuttack cricket craze: 'Stampede' for India tickets

Cuttack cricket craze: 'Stampede' for India tickets

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Cricket fever gripped Cuttack on Wednesday as thousands of fans descended upon Barabati Stadium, desperate to secure offline tickets for the India vs England ODI on Sunday.

Modi raises anti-India activities in NZ with visiting PM

Modi raises anti-India activities in NZ with visiting PM

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

India and New Zealand have signed a pact to institutionalize their defence ties and vowed to boost cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns about anti-India activities by some illegal elements in New Zealand with his Kiwi counterpart Christopher Luxon. The two sides also signed six agreements to enhance cooperation in areas including education, sports, agriculture, and climate change. They also agreed to prepare a roadmap for cooperation in the defence industry sector and explore early implementation of cooperation in the digital payments sector.

'Jay Shah Said Keep Clapping Till India Wins'

'Jay Shah Said Keep Clapping Till India Wins'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

The most powerful man in world cricket today himself retrieved the ball from amidst the seats and threw it back onto the field. It was then that everyone realised Jay Shah is a left-hander.

How To Apply For A Rs 20 Lakh Study Abroad Scholarship

How To Apply For A Rs 20 Lakh Study Abroad Scholarship

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The SBIF Asha Scholarship Programme for Overseas Education 2024-25 aims to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from low-income families across India, ensuring the continuity of their education.

'How To Achieve 8 Cr Fund In 24 Years?'

'How To Achieve 8 Cr Fund In 24 Years?'

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Growth worries, competitive pressures weigh on Trent stock performance

Growth worries, competitive pressures weigh on Trent stock performance

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The stock of India's largest listed pure play retail major Trent was down 14.76 per cent at close on Monday after a fall in revenue growth for the March quarter of 2024-25 (Q4FY25). The sales growth trajectory has been in a declining trend over the last few quarters, which, coupled with falling operational metrics, higher competitive intensity, and expensive valuations, has seen the stock crack about 44 per cent since its 52-week highs in October last year.

Indian embassy repatriates 549 citizens from scam centers in Myanmar

Indian embassy repatriates 549 citizens from scam centers in Myanmar

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

The Indian Embassy in Thailand, in coordination with its counterpart in Yangon, Myanmar, has repatriated 549 Indians after rescuing them from scam centers operating near the Myanmar-Thailand border. The nationals were lured with fake job offers and forced to work in scam centers. The Indian Embassy has advised citizens to verify credentials of foreign employers and check the antecedents of recruiting agents before accepting job offers.

SC steps in to help Dalit youth secure IIT seat after missed deadline

SC steps in to help Dalit youth secure IIT seat after missed deadline

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Kumar's parents failed to deposit Rs 17,500 as the acceptance fee by June 24, the deadline for depositing the requisite fees for blocking the seat.

'Want To Stop Saving In PPF. Is It Ok?'

'Want To Stop Saving In PPF. Is It Ok?'

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Crypto use suspected in terrorism, secessionist activities: FIU report

Crypto use suspected in terrorism, secessionist activities: FIU report

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

A trends study conducted by India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has expressed suspicion that cryptocurrency is being used across the country in serious criminal acts like terrorist financing, fuelling secessionist activities, cybercrime, narcotics trafficking, illegal betting and gambling. The report, which was based on suspicious transaction reports and operational analysis, shared these trends and credible intelligence with law enforcement agencies.

5 High-Demand Jobs In 2025

5 High-Demand Jobs In 2025

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

In 2025, India's tech job market is thriving, with tech professionals seeing a 9.5% salary increase and roles like AI/ML architects earning up to Rs 95 lakh annually.

Digitisation does not mean deregulation: CEA Nageswaran

Digitisation does not mean deregulation: CEA Nageswaran

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

There is a "misperception" among the administration around deregulation, wherein digitisation is confused with deregulation, Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said on Tuesday. Speaking at an event organised by alternative investment industry's lobby grouping IVCA in Mumbai, Nageswaran stressed that what is essential is to do away with needless regulations, whether they are to be complied with online or offline.

'A Great Retirement Product For Every Indian Is...'

'A Great Retirement Product For Every Indian Is...'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

'Early Retirement: Smart Move Or Stupid Idea?'

'Early Retirement: Smart Move Or Stupid Idea?'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Vietnam: A Wonderful Place For A Holiday

Vietnam: A Wonderful Place For A Holiday

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Whether it's navigating the labyrinthine Cu Chi Tunnels, boating on the Mekong, marveling at ancient Champa temples, or the Mekong Bay, Vietnam promises a journey like no other.

Microsoft Techie Quits Over Israel's Actions

Microsoft Techie Quits Over Israel's Actions

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Vaniya Agarwal says Friday April 11 will be her last day at Microsoft

How war anxiety is haunting Indian homes

How war anxiety is haunting Indian homes

Rediff.com11 May 2025

The escalating military tension between the two nations, a deluge of information, and the inability to sift through fake and real news can significantly affect the psychological well-being of individuals, said mental health experts.

6 smart tips to make secure payments online

6 smart tips to make secure payments online

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Do not trust any incoming phone calls or mails that ask you to install any file or programme, warns Niranjan Upadhye, general manager-fraud risk management, Worldline India.