'Nicobar's exploitation portrayed as strategic defence project'

Over 70 scientists, environmentalists and former bureaucrats have urged the government to reconsider the Rs 92,000-crore Great Nicobar Island project, claiming that it is "an exploitative......

'Pakistan Under Complete Army Control, Not Good News For India'

'Can a nuclear-armed nation sustain itself indefinitely under overt military rule without catastrophic consequences for itself and the region? History suggests otherwise.' IMAGE: Pakistan's army......

India's Foreign Policy Needs Strategic Expansion

The era where nations thrived through rigid alignments is giving way to an age where the connective State defines power.For India, that era has arrived, points out Dr Nishakant Ojha. IMAGE:......

Arunachal Key To India-Japan Strategy Against China

If they act now, they can reshape the strategic map of Asia without firing a shot. If they wait, the next opportunity will come only after a serious Taiwan Strait incident -- by which time the......

Board nod must for bank entities to do same biz: RBI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday allowed multiple entities in a bank group to undertake the same business as long as they cater to different client segments, while mandating board approval......

'We Are Poised For An Exciting 2026'

'Earnings growth will be the main driver of India's market in 2026, with profits expected to rise 9% to 10% in H2 FY26 and accelerate to 12% to 15% in FY27.' Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff The......

SIP inflows into equity MFs from small towns cross Rs 10K cr mark

SIP inflows into active equity schemes from areas beyond the top 30 cities (B30), which first crossed this milestone in September 2025, stood at Rs 10,080 crore in October, industry data shows.......

Equity MFs Cool Off; SIPs Soar

'AUM reached an all-time high of Rs 79.9 trillion in October 2025, driven by strong retail participation and record SIP inflows of Rs 29,529 crore from over 94.5 million contributing accounts.'......

Will RCB have a new owner ahead of IPL 2026?

IMAGE: Royal Challengers Sports Pvt Ltd "has been a valuable and strategic asset" but is "non-core" to United Spirits' alcobev business, Diageo CEO Praveen Someshwar said in an exchange filing.......

Who Will Make India's Playing XI Vs Oman?

IMAGE: India gears up to face Oman on Friday, September 19, at the Dubai international stadium. Photograph: ANI Photo   Asia Cup 2025 has been marked more by off-field drama than on-field action,......

Sanju Samson Is Royals' Biggest Asset

In a league defined by change, Sanju Samson's steadfast presence offers a sense of stability and a genuine chance for the Royals to finally reclaim their long-awaited title. IMAGE: Sanju Samson......