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OpenAI, Anthropic Threat For India's IT Majors

OpenAI, Anthropic Threat For India's IT Majors

Rediff.com18 May 2026

OpenAI and Anthropic are not simply enabling new software capabilities, they are moving directly into enterprise execution, workflow ownership, and decision orchestration.

Why Hakim Is Distancing Himself From Banerjee Property Notices

Why Hakim Is Distancing Himself From Banerjee Property Notices

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Mayor Firhad Hakim has distanced himself from notices issued by the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) to properties allegedly linked to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee, asserting that such matters are handled by the civic body's executive wing.

US Seizes Oil Tanker Linked To Iran In Indian Ocean

US Seizes Oil Tanker Linked To Iran In Indian Ocean

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The US has seized an oil tanker, 'Skywave', linked to Iran in the Indian Ocean, as part of efforts to disrupt Iran's oil shipments and enforce sanctions. The vessel was part of a network transporting sanctioned Iranian crude oil, with the seizure occurring amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran.

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help industries slash fuel consumption, reduce emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water in fuel.

Three Arrested In Jamtara For LPG Cylinder Supply Scam

Three Arrested In Jamtara For LPG Cylinder Supply Scam

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Police in Jamtara, Jharkhand, have arrested three individuals for allegedly defrauding people by obtaining bank account details under the guise of supplying LPG cylinders.

Dragon: 10 Reasons Why We Are Excited For Jr NTR's Next

Dragon: 10 Reasons Why We Are Excited For Jr NTR's Next

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Prashanth Neel's Dragon promises a sprawling mass action spectacle with its gritty world-building, intriguing historical backstory, and Jr NTR's ferocious transformation as 'Luger'.

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Water Could Help India Cut Fuel Consumption, Emissions

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help industries slash fuel consumption, reduce emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water.

Dalit Families Face Eviction After Court Order In Kerala

Dalit Families Face Eviction After Court Order In Kerala

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A Munsiff court in Kerala has ordered the eviction of Dalit families living at Pariyathukavu near Kizhakkambalam by May 23, following a Supreme Court order recognising private ownership of the land.

Can Water Be The Answer To India's Fuel Import Woes?

Can Water Be The Answer To India's Fuel Import Woes?

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A Monaco-based fuel technology company, FOWE Eco Solutions, claims its patented Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can help India reduce fuel consumption, emissions, and improve equipment performance by using water in a fuel-oil-water emulsion.

Pixxel And Sarvam Partner To Launch Orbital Data Centre

Pixxel And Sarvam Partner To Launch Orbital Data Centre

Rediff.com4 May 2026

US-Indian space company Pixxel has partnered with Bengaluru-based artificial intelligence firm Sarvam to build an orbital data centre satellite.

Couple Found Dead In UP Field Before Wedding

Couple Found Dead In UP Field Before Wedding

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A 19-year-old woman and a youth were found dead in a field in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur district on Wednesday, police said.

'You Are Killing Lakhs And Lakhs Of Citizenships'

'You Are Killing Lakhs And Lakhs Of Citizenships'

Rediff.com20 May 2026

'98 lakhs in Bengal, 97 lakhs in Tamil Nadu, 2.83 crores in Uttar Pradesh.'

T20 Mumbai League: 'A Team That Plays Smart Cricket, Fights Till The End'

T20 Mumbai League: 'A Team That Plays Smart Cricket, Fights Till The End'

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Tushar Deshpande and Siddhesh Lad will lead defending champions MSC Maratha Royals into the new T20 Mumbai League season, with mentor Abhishek Nayar helping shape a balanced squad built on experience and young talent.

Suvendu aide murder: Ballia arms trail leads to another arrest

Suvendu aide murder: Ballia arms trail leads to another arrest

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A 35-year-old man has been arrested in Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an associate of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The arrest follows inputs from the CBI, which is investigating the murder that occurred in West Bengal on May 6.

Delhi Gang Members Arrested After Threatening Resident

Delhi Gang Members Arrested After Threatening Resident

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four members of a gang, including a juvenile, involved in murder and robbery cases. The gang members were apprehended after a resident reported threats and the flaunting of illegal firearms on social media.

Anti-encroachment drive in Mumbai slum turns violent, 3 cops injured

Anti-encroachment drive in Mumbai slum turns violent, 3 cops injured

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A demolition drive targeting an alleged illegal religious structure in a Mumbai slum led to clashes between residents and police, resulting in injuries and detentions.

Clash Erupts During Anti-Encroachment Drive In Mumbai

Clash Erupts During Anti-Encroachment Drive In Mumbai

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A demolition drive targeting an allegedly illegal mosque in Mumbai's Bandra East area led to clashes between residents and police, resulting in injuries and detentions.

AU Small Finance Bank Pioneers AI-Native Loan Origination

AU Small Finance Bank Pioneers AI-Native Loan Origination

Rediff.com12 May 2026

AU Small Finance Bank has launched its first AI-native loan origination system, built on the Broccoli platform, in partnership with Amazon Web Services. This deployment marks a significant step towards becoming a fully AI-native bank, replacing traditional systems with a hyper-personalised sales and servicing platform.

Smriti Confident As India Gear Up For T20 World Cup Challenge

Smriti Confident As India Gear Up For T20 World Cup Challenge

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana shares insights into the Indian women's cricket team's preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup, emphasising the team's good form and hard work ahead of the tournament in England and Wales.

Centre notifies draft rules for VB-G RAM G rollout

Centre notifies draft rules for VB-G RAM G rollout

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The Centre has notified draft rules for the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, outlining the framework for the new rural employment programme replacing MGNREGA. The draft rules are open for public feedback until June 21, 2026.

West Bengal To Boost Border Security With Land Transfer To BSF

West Bengal To Boost Border Security With Land Transfer To BSF

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The West Bengal government will hand over land to the Border Security Force for international boundary fencing and security infrastructure, starting with a 27 km stretch. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said more land would be provided wherever required to strengthen border management in the state.

Twisha's family seeks probe into 'calls to public figures'

Twisha's family seeks probe into 'calls to public figures'

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The family of Twisha Sharma, who died last week, is demanding an independent probe into phone calls made by one of the accused to influential figures and CCTV technicians after her death.

Twisha Sharma Dowry Death: Court Demands Police Diary

Twisha Sharma Dowry Death: Court Demands Police Diary

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A local court in Bhopal has summoned the police diary related to the case of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment. The court's decision follows a plea from her family seeking a second post-mortem examination.

'Felt insulted': Dalit bride forced to get off horse, sparks outrage

'Felt insulted': Dalit bride forced to get off horse, sparks outrage

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A Dalit bride in Rajasthan was forced to dismount from a mare during her wedding procession, sparking outrage and protests. The incident has led to demands for a fair investigation and action against those responsible.

Punjab SDM Arrested Over Highway Project Embezzlement

Punjab SDM Arrested Over Highway Project Embezzlement

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) posted in Punjab's Gurdaspur has been arrested in connection with the Rs 1.63 crore embezzlement of funds linked to land acquisition for a national highway project in 2018-2019.

Enforcement Directorate Seeks Protection For Threatened Homebuyers

Enforcement Directorate Seeks Protection For Threatened Homebuyers

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has requested police protection for homebuyers and witnesses in a money laundering case involving Ocean Seven Buildtech Pvt Ltd, following reports of threats and intimidation.

US, Iran likely to resume talks in Islamabad next week

US, Iran likely to resume talks in Islamabad next week

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The United States and Iran could resume negotiations as early as next week in Islamabad, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing people familiar with the matter.

Haryana Municipal Polls: BJP Candidates Lead In Key Cities

Haryana Municipal Polls: BJP Candidates Lead In Key Cities

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Counting is underway for municipal corporations in Ambala, Panchkula, and Sonipat, with BJP mayoral candidates leading. Elections were held on Sunday for various municipal bodies across Haryana.

Why Was An FIR Filed Against Abhishek Banerjee?

Why Was An FIR Filed Against Abhishek Banerjee?

Rediff.com16 May 2026

West Bengal Police have registered an FIR against Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee for allegedly making inflammatory statements during the recent assembly elections, based on a complaint filed by a social activist.

HC allows 2nd autopsy on Twisha Sharma by AIIMS team

HC allows 2nd autopsy on Twisha Sharma by AIIMS team

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has permitted a second postmortem of Twisha Sharma, a Noida woman who allegedly died due to dowry harassment. The family sought the second autopsy citing discrepancies in the first postmortem report.

Court Ruling Highlights Rights Of Minority Institutions In Principal Appointments

Court Ruling Highlights Rights Of Minority Institutions In Principal Appointments

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A 2008 court judgment has brought renewed focus on the provisions given to minority institutions in choosing their heads, amid a fresh tussle between Delhi University and St Stephen's College over the appointment of the college principal.

J-K Police Conduct Raids In Baramulla In JeI Case

J-K Police Conduct Raids In Baramulla In JeI Case

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Police conducted raids at multiple locations in Baramulla district in connection with a UAPA case against the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI). Search operations were carried out at more than 15 locations and incriminating material was seized.

How Ludhiana Police Busted A Cyber Fraud Racket Targeting Foreign Nationals

How Ludhiana Police Busted A Cyber Fraud Racket Targeting Foreign Nationals

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Ludhiana Police have busted a large cyber fraud racket, arresting 132 people involved in running fake call centres that targeted foreign nationals through various online scams.

Probe panel submits report on allegations against Justice Varma

Probe panel submits report on allegations against Justice Varma

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Judges Inquiry Committee, formed to investigate allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, has submitted its report to the Lok Sabha Speaker. The report, concerning allegations that led to impeachment proceedings, will be presented before both Houses of Parliament.

Maharashtra Revenue Officials Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Maharashtra Revenue Officials Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Two women staffers of the revenue department have been arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000 to update land records in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district, officials said on Friday.

UK health minister quits, may challenger Starmer for PM

UK health minister quits, may challenger Starmer for PM

Rediff.com14 May 2026

UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned from the Cabinet, citing a loss of confidence in Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership, potentially triggering a Labour leadership contest.

Why Indian Boxing May Shift To Performance-Based Selection

Why Indian Boxing May Shift To Performance-Based Selection

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Indian boxing is considering rewarding boxers who perform well at major international events like the Asian Games with direct entry to the Olympic qualifiers, according to women's head coach Santiago Nieva.

Active, passive or balanced - Which fund philosophy actually wins over time?

Active, passive or balanced - Which fund philosophy actually wins over time?

Rediff.com21 May 2026

In reality, no single philosophy can dominate every market cycle. That's why we've explained how these approaches work to help investors make informed and realistic decisions.

Dharmendra Pradhan Accuses Mamata Banerjee Of Disregarding Mandate

Dharmendra Pradhan Accuses Mamata Banerjee Of Disregarding Mandate

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly refusing to accept the electoral mandate, claiming democracy is being 'held at gunpoint' in the state.

Why Change India's Electoral System?

Why Change India's Electoral System?

Rediff.com23 May 2026

'Why are we deliberately taking apart an electoral system that has worked?' 'There is no answer to that, and there is no data and has never been any on the absurd slander that foreigners are voting here,' asserts Aakar Patel.