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Auto retail sales record best Feb ever; jump 26%

Auto retail sales record best Feb ever; jump 26%

Rediff.com1 days ago

Domestic automobile retail sales in India experienced a significant surge of 26 per cent year-on-year in February, driven by improved affordability and market confidence across various segments, according to FADA.

India's Forex Reserves Surge to a Historic Peak of $728.5 Bn

India's Forex Reserves Surge to a Historic Peak of $728.5 Bn

Rediff.com19 hours ago

India's foreign exchange reserves have surged to an all-time high, reaching USD 728.494 billion, according to the Reserve Bank of India. This increase is attributed to a rise in foreign currency assets and gold reserves.

England will beat India in T20 World Cup semi-final, says ex-Pakistan player Rashid Latif

England will beat India in T20 World Cup semi-final, says ex-Pakistan player Rashid Latif

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Rashid Latif believes England will beat defending champions India in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup in Mumbai on Thursday.

VP Radhakrishnan Calls on Nagaland University Graduates to Embrace Leadership

VP Radhakrishnan Calls on Nagaland University Graduates to Embrace Leadership

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan addressed Nagaland University graduates, urging them to become responsible leaders and contribute to nation-building, emphasising the importance of peace, unity, and character for development.

ICC Rankings: Farhan Closes In on Abhishek's No.1 Spot

ICC Rankings: Farhan Closes In on Abhishek's No.1 Spot

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan climbs to No.2 in ICC T20I batting rankings after twin World Cup centuries, narrowing the gap to India's Abhishek Sharma as Super 8 reshuffle impacts all categories.

Drunk Driving Challans Issued in Delhi During Holi Celebrations

Drunk Driving Challans Issued in Delhi During Holi Celebrations

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Traffic Police issued over 1,200 challans for drunk driving during a special enforcement drive on Holi, with the western range recording the highest number of violations.

T20 World Cup: 'Super Chetta': 'No Funky Shots, Just Good Clean Hitting'

T20 World Cup: 'Super Chetta': 'No Funky Shots, Just Good Clean Hitting'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'If you are a Sanju Samson fan, like I am, this was a treat. Great timing, calmness and a refreshingly selfless attitude.'

India's Services Sector Growth Eases Slightly in Feb

India's Services Sector Growth Eases Slightly in Feb

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's services sector experienced a slight moderation in growth during February, according to the HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index, with new order growth slowing and inflation picking up.

T20 WC: Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to grab 500 international wickets

T20 WC: Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to grab 500 international wickets

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jasprit Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to complete 500 international wickets

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Amir Trolled as India Prove Him Wrong

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Amir Trolled as India Prove Him Wrong

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir faces trolling after his prediction that India wouldn't reach the T20 World Cup semi-finals proved wrong, despite his concerns about a controversial dismissal and India's overall performance.

Agarkar's Big Calls Shape India's White-Ball Success

Agarkar's Big Calls Shape India's White-Ball Success

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Ajit Agarkar's tenure as India's chief selector has been defined by bold decisions, tough calls and India reaching multiple ICC finals during his three-year stint.

Wankhede Stadium to Honour Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji

Wankhede Stadium to Honour Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai will honour cricket legends Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji by naming a stand and gates after them.

China hikes defence budget by 7% to $277 billion

China hikes defence budget by 7% to $277 billion

Rediff.com2 days ago

China's latest defence budget surges to $275 billion, fueling its ambitious military modernisation program and intensifying geopolitical dynamics in the region.

Core Sector Growth Dips to 4% in January

Core Sector Growth Dips to 4% in January

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

India's eight core infrastructure sectors experienced a slowdown in production growth, reaching a two-month low of 4% in January. Crude oil and natural gas output declined, while refinery products remained flat. Overall growth for the April-January period was also lower compared to the previous fiscal year.

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.com20 Feb 2026

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.

Ghatak Combat Drone Gets A Boost

Ghatak Combat Drone Gets A Boost

Rediff.com1 days ago

Once operational, Ghatak could undertake deep-strike missions, penetrating heavily defended airspace to hit high-value targets without placing pilots at risk.

Trump lauds Pak amid its 'open war' against Afghanistan

Trump lauds Pak amid its 'open war' against Afghanistan

Rediff.com7 days ago

Amid rising tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, President Trump voices strong support for Pakistan, praising its leadership and overall performance.

Family of Delhi Man Killed in Holi Clash Demands Justice

Family of Delhi Man Killed in Holi Clash Demands Justice

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The family of a 26-year-old man killed in a clash following Holi celebrations in Delhi is demanding justice and a thorough investigation into his death. The incident allegedly stemmed from a dispute over a balloon.

'With Double Deflation, We May Be Mixing Apples And Oranges In GDP'

'With Double Deflation, We May Be Mixing Apples And Oranges In GDP'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'My concern is that, although everything is expressed in monetary terms, you are effectively combining values that have been adjusted using different price measures.'

PV sales growth may dip up to 5% in FY27: India Ratings

PV sales growth may dip up to 5% in FY27: India Ratings

Rediff.com1 days ago

Passenger vehicle (PV) sales growth in India is expected to moderate to 3-5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) in financial year 2027 (FY27) due to a high base and preponed replacement demand, according to a report released by India Ratings and Research on Thursday.

Nabi's Five-For Puts J&K on Brink of Historic Ranji Glory

Nabi's Five-For Puts J&K on Brink of Historic Ranji Glory

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jammu & Kashmir extend their commanding lead to 477 runs, now 186/4 after 57 overs.

Modi to embark on two-day Israel visit, to boost defence ties

Modi to embark on two-day Israel visit, to boost defence ties

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel to enhance defence and trade cooperation amid Middle East tensions. Discussions will include defence, security, and the situation in Gaza.

Agarwalla shines at Belgium Dressage Events, eyes Asian Games qualification

Agarwalla shines at Belgium Dressage Events, eyes Asian Games qualification

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian equestrian Anush Agarwalla delivered a strong performance at the Belgium Dressage Events, marking a significant step in his qualification journey for the upcoming Asian Games.

India's forex reserves drop $2.1 bn to $723.6 bn

India's forex reserves drop $2.1 bn to $723.6 bn

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's forex reserves decreased by $2.119 billion to $723.608 billion during the week ended February 20, according to the RBI.

Govt moves to shield trade as Iran war chokes sea routes

Govt moves to shield trade as Iran war chokes sea routes

Rediff.com2 days ago

With the Iran war escalating sharply and crisis deepening in the global energy market, India on Monday unveiled a coordinated plan to support exporters and shippers caught in the fallout.

CIA station in Saudi Arabia hit in drone attack

CIA station in Saudi Arabia hit in drone attack

Rediff.com3 days ago

The US embassy in Saudi Arabia and the US consulate in Dubai were reportedly targeted by suspected Iranian drone attacks amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following US and Israeli strikes on Iran.

Tata Power and Salesforce Collaborate to Boost Renewable Energy Growth

Tata Power and Salesforce Collaborate to Boost Renewable Energy Growth

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Tata Power has partnered with Salesforce to digitally transform its rooftop solar, EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses, aiming to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

Tata Power and Salesforce Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy Solutions

Tata Power and Salesforce Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy Solutions

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Tata Power collaborates with Salesforce to digitally transform its rooftop solar, EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses, aiming to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

SUV contribution to overall sales may go past 70%: Tata Motors PV CEO

SUV contribution to overall sales may go past 70%: Tata Motors PV CEO

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd expects contribution of SUVs to its overall sales to go beyond 70 per cent with it making foray into the fast growing mid-sized segment with a premium positioning of its Sierra model, according to its Managing Director & CEO, Shailesh Chandra.

FMCG growth slows in Q3 as GST transition impacts pricing

FMCG growth slows in Q3 as GST transition impacts pricing

Rediff.com1 days ago

A NielsenIQ report indicates that the FMCG industry's sales growth moderated to 7.8% in the December quarter of 2025, with volume growth also dipping due to GST rationalisation and a high base from the previous year's festival season.

Hindus most highly educated religious group in US: Study

Hindus most highly educated religious group in US: Study

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

A new Pew Research Center study reveals that Hindus and Jews are the most educated religious groups in the United States.

Shree Ram Twistex IPO Day 3: GMP, Subscription Status and Should You Apply?

Shree Ram Twistex IPO Day 3: GMP, Subscription Status and Should You Apply?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

The Shree Ram Twistex IPO enters Day 3 with strong investor interest. Check latest GMP, subscription status, price band, company fundamentals, and expert review to decide whether to apply.

Bitcoin correction calls for decisions based on risk, allocation, horizon

Bitcoin correction calls for decisions based on risk, allocation, horizon

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bitcoin has fallen from its peak of $1,26,251.3 on October 6, 2025, to $65,405.5, a decline of 48.2 per cent. Investors must recognise that sharp volatility is inherent to Bitcoin and avoid kneejerk reactions.

Doordarshan to Broadcast Indian Football League 2025-26

Doordarshan to Broadcast Indian Football League 2025-26

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Doordarshan has been announced as the official broadcast partner for the Indian Football League 2025-26, with matches airing on DD Sports and streaming on the Waves App.

Patna: ATS Stages Mock Drill at Taj

Patna: ATS Stages Mock Drill at Taj

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The Anti-Terrorism Squad conducted a comprehensive mock drill at the Hotel Taj in Patna on Monday to evaluate emergency response preparedness and coordination among security forces.

T20 World Cup: Ex-cricketers call for radical decisions after Pakistan's poor show

T20 World Cup: Ex-cricketers call for radical decisions after Pakistan's poor show

Rediff.com6 days ago

Pakistan's cricket fraternity expresses disappointment over the national team's performance in the T20 World Cup, with former players calling for radical decisions and criticizing player selection and performance.

'We Wanted To Create A Brand From India For The World'

'We Wanted To Create A Brand From India For The World'

Rediff.com5 days ago

"There is an India that is embracing global luxury symbols and another which, as it evolves, is comfortable owning its 'Indian-ness'. We're deeply rooted in India, yet global," say Nicobar Design founders Simran Lal and Raul Rai.

Suryakumar Yadav touches new milestone

Suryakumar Yadav touches new milestone

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav crossed 4,000 international runs during the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash against Zimbabwe, continuing his stellar run in the shortest format.

Official: Holistic Development, Grassroots Governance Key to India's Progress

Official: Holistic Development, Grassroots Governance Key to India's Progress

Rediff.com3 days ago

Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo emphasises the importance of holistic development and grassroots governance for India's progress at a national conference in Jammu.

Samsung Galaxy S26's India Connection

Samsung Galaxy S26's India Connection

Rediff.com1 days ago

India contributes roughly 10 per cent of Samsung Electronics' global revenue and hosts over 10,000 engineers across its R&D centres.