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Delhi blast: Crime Branch to question Al Falah University founder

Delhi blast: Crime Branch to question Al Falah University founder

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

One FIR alleges that the institution lured students into admissions by falsely claiming a UGC 12B certificate on its official website, while the second FIR pertains to the university accepting admissions despite its National Assessment and Accreditation Council accreditation having expired in 2018.

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return In Force'

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return In Force'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Corporates now have multiple funding sources beyond banks, and many are sitting on large cash reserves.'

An OC Is A Must When You Buy A Home

An OC Is A Must When You Buy A Home

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

For homebuyers, the OC is not just an administrative formality but the very basis of lawful possession. Without it, the property is deemed unauthorised, exposing buyers to risks such as eviction, denial of utilities, or even demolition.

Provident Fund Problems? Your Qs Answered

Provident Fund Problems? Your Qs Answered

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

ITR Deadline Qs? Ask Rediff Tax Gurus

ITR Deadline Qs? Ask Rediff Tax Gurus

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Have income tax-related questions? Ask rediffGURUS Mihir Tanna, Vipul Bhavsar, T S Khurana, Vivek Lala and Anil Rego.

Will Xi Jinping's Enemies Stage A Coup?

Will Xi Jinping's Enemies Stage A Coup?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

If Xi Jinping is dethroned in the future, the instrument for that may well be embedded within the PLA, notes former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

'Could Ajit Pawar Have Known?'

'Could Ajit Pawar Have Known?'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'Everyone involved in this transaction must be punished and penalised.'

Jio Finance likely to delay its maiden bond issue of Rs 3,000 crore

Jio Finance likely to delay its maiden bond issue of Rs 3,000 crore

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Jio Finance, a wholly owned subsidiary of Jio Financial Services, is likely to delay its maiden bond issue of Rs 3,000 crore, originally scheduled for this month. The decision comes amid expectations of softening yields in April because the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) monetary policy committee (MPC) is widely expected to cut the policy repo rate by another 25 basis points, sources said.

BJP-AIADMK Gift Stalin An Election Issue

BJP-AIADMK Gift Stalin An Election Issue

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Amit Shah seemingly encouraging AIADMK dissident Sengottaiyan after party boss Edappadi K Palaniswami had removed his one-time mentor from all party posts has not gone down well with party cadres. They are now ready to buy Team EPS' theory that the BJP and Amit Shah are out to liquidate the AIADMK, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

RBI allows banks to give loans to manufacturers using gold as raw material

RBI allows banks to give loans to manufacturers using gold as raw material

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has allowed banks to grant need-based working capital loans to manufacturers using gold as raw material, extending the provision currently available only to jewellers. Banks are generally prohibited from lending for the purchase of gold/silver in any form, or lending against the security of primary gold/silver.

Noel Tata, two others block Mehli Mistry's reappointment as trustee

Noel Tata, two others block Mehli Mistry's reappointment as trustee

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata and two other powerful trustees considered close to him blocked the reappointment of late Ratan Tata's close associate and businessman Mehli Mistry as trustee, deepening the rift at the philanthropic arm that controls the holding company of Tata Group, people familiar with the matter said.

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

TVK cadres are worried, the leadership looks weak, and the party is not fully prepared for the 2026 elections, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Can Private Bankers Transform Public Sector Banks?

Can Private Bankers Transform Public Sector Banks?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Yes, the entry of private bankers, particularly with global experience will add value to PSBs, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Bareilly cleric's aides get Rs 1.25 cr power theft notices

Bareilly cleric's aides get Rs 1.25 cr power theft notices

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Five associates of controversial cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza have been issued recovery notices of over Rs 1.25 crore for alleged power theft at e-charging stations in Bareilly. Authorities are cracking down on illegal activities linked to the cleric and his associates.

'On Track For GDP Growth Exceeding 6.8%'

'On Track For GDP Growth Exceeding 6.8%'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'I will not be surprised if there is a 7 per cent handle in front of the decimal place for the full financial year.'

CA Vs Engineering: Which Career Has A Better Future?

CA Vs Engineering: Which Career Has A Better Future?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

rediffGURU Dr Karan Gupta offers career guidance to young aspirants on how to choose the best course and career in India and abroad.

Planning To Take Loan Against Shares?

Planning To Take Loan Against Shares?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Investors can meet cash needs without selling their securities.

No need to relabel existing medicine stock: FinMin

No need to relabel existing medicine stock: FinMin

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Recalling or relabelling medicines already in the supply chain before September 22 will not be mandatory, the finance ministry said on Tuesday, issuing a fresh set of frequently asked questions (FAQs) to address industry concerns following the announcement of goods and services tax (GST) revisions.

'The Intent Is To Make A Better Bank In The Future'

'The Intent Is To Make A Better Bank In The Future'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

'As the team builds, each of them will bring in a different perspective, new thinking.'

Mumbai EOW summons Raj Kundra in Rs 60 cr 'cheating' case

Mumbai EOW summons Raj Kundra in Rs 60 cr 'cheating' case

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Kundra, accused of diverting a loan amount, has been asked to appear before EOW officials on September 15.

EOW of Mumbai police summon Raj Kundra in Rs 60 cr cheating case

EOW of Mumbai police summon Raj Kundra in Rs 60 cr cheating case

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Businessman Raj Kundra, husband of Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty, has been summoned by the Economic Offenses Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police in connection with an alleged Rs 60 crore cheating case.

'Conspicuously muted': Sonia Gandhi slams govt's Palestine stance

'Conspicuously muted': Sonia Gandhi slams govt's Palestine stance

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government's stance on Palestine, calling it a 'profound silence' and an abdication of humanity and morality. She argues that India needs to demonstrate leadership on the issue and that the government's actions are driven by personal friendship rather than constitutional values or strategic interests.

How Your Grievances Can Be Fixed!

How Your Grievances Can Be Fixed!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

CPGRAMS -- an online platform available to citizens 24x7 to lodge their grievances to public authorities on service delivery -- has existed for close to two decades. But it has never been this active, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

'It's like cancer in the system': Sammy on WI decline

'It's like cancer in the system': Sammy on WI decline

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Darren Sammy didn't mince words when he compared decline of Test cricket in the West Indies to "cancer" in the system developing over a long period of time.

On India's request, Interpol issues 1st silver notice

On India's request, Interpol issues 1st silver notice

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The Interpol has issued its first Silver notice, at India's request, to track the global assets of former French Embassy officer Shubham Shokeen, who is wanted in connection with a visa fraud. The Silver notice, introduced in January this year, aims to track illicit assets across the globe. India is among 51 countries participating in the pilot project for the Silver notice, which will continue until November. The Interpol has issued two Silver notices on the CBI's request - one against Shokeen for allegedly facilitating Schengen visas for illegal gratification and another against Amit Madanlal Lakhanpal, who is wanted by the Enforcement Directorate for allegedly creating a cryptocurrency without permission and defrauding investors.

Why Harsh Sanghvi Is So Important For Gujarat BJP

Why Harsh Sanghvi Is So Important For Gujarat BJP

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

'He is a man of action and goes to the ground and solves the problem.' 'Be it the Air India crash of Ahmedabad, Morbi bridge collapse, Deesa blast or Gambhira bridge collapse, he is on the spot.'

9 personal finance mistakes to avoid

9 personal finance mistakes to avoid

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

All of us have made these mistakes, so let's begin by seeing how many of them we can avoid/minimise...

Look Out Notice For Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra

Look Out Notice For Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The Lookout Circular was issued by the city police's economic offences wing as the couple makes frequent international trips

Will The GST Cut Make A Difference?

Will The GST Cut Make A Difference?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

These changes certainly bring India's GST a lot closer to what an ideal GST would look like, points out Karan Bhasin.

LIC picks up Adani Ports' entire Rs 5K cr issue

LIC picks up Adani Ports' entire Rs 5K cr issue

Rediff.com30 May 2025

State-owned Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) on Thursday entirely subscribed to the Rs 5,000 crore bond issue of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) at a coupon rate of 7.75 per cent, said sources privy to the development.

Want To Invest In IPOs? Read This

Want To Invest In IPOs? Read This

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Investors may wait for six months and then take another look at the stock.

Qatar fund moves HC to recover $235 mn from Byju's

Qatar fund moves HC to recover $235 mn from Byju's

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Qatar's sovereign wealth fund is suing Byju Raveendran in Indian courts to recover $235 million from the embattled educational technology (edtech) entrepreneur, escalating a global legal battle that has ensnared one of India's most high-profile startup founders.

''Consumers Must Get Real Benefit Of GST Cuts'

''Consumers Must Get Real Benefit Of GST Cuts'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'In case a particular industry has not passed on the benefits and if we receive complaints, we will take up the matter with the industry body concerned.'

GST 2.0 Needs Deeper Reforms

GST 2.0 Needs Deeper Reforms

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Since items in the 12% category account for only about 5% of total GST, the additional boost to consumption may not be significant, points out M Govinda Rao.

Will Vijay's Next Film Rescue His Political Career?

Will Vijay's Next Film Rescue His Political Career?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Karur could still impact Jana Nayagan's box-office success if Vijay and the TVK do not get their act together,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Do You Wanna Partner Review: Charming

Do You Wanna Partner Review: Charming

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Do You Wanna Partner is frothy and funny without being loud or crude, which is something so many Indian comedies cannot manage, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Setback for India? US revokes sanctions waiver for Chabahar port

Setback for India? US revokes sanctions waiver for Chabahar port

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

India has said it will take all steps to protect its national interests and ensure comprehensive national security in all domains after Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a strategic defence pact.

Can This Man Improve India-US Relations?

Can This Man Improve India-US Relations?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The fact that Gor has President Trump's ear makes him an extremely valuable commodity for India -- he represents both a challenge and an opportunity, points out Aditi Phadnis.

GST 2.0: These will get cheaper from September 22

GST 2.0: These will get cheaper from September 22

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Some of the key names include: Maruti, M&M, Ashok Leyland, Britannia, Ultratech, JK Cement, Havells, Voltas, Amber, Metro, Trent, LemonTree, Indian Hotels, Niva Bupa, HDFC Life, IGL, Acme Solar, Suzlon, Swiggy, Delhivery, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Bajaj Finance, Shriram Finance," according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra booked for alleged Rs 60 cr fraud

Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra booked for alleged Rs 60 cr fraud

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The complaint, filed by businessman Deepak Kothari, director of Lotus Capital Financial Services Ltd, claims the incident took place between 2015 and 2023. Kothari alleged that the couple took the money under the pretext of expanding their business but used it for personal expenses instead.