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Not Trump, Nobel Peace Prize goes to Venezuelan activist

Not Trump, Nobel Peace Prize goes to Venezuelan activist

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

United States President Donald Trump was hoping to get the Peace award for "stopping" the eight wars including the conflict between India and Pakistan through trade and tariffs.

GST rate change: Companies urged to revise MRP on unsold stocks

GST rate change: Companies urged to revise MRP on unsold stocks

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The government has asked manufacturers to revise the maximum retail price (MRP) on unsold stocks in line with the change in GST rates. The government has reduced GST on various products and services, which will come into effect from September 22.

How IoT is going to change India's audit ecosystem

How IoT is going to change India's audit ecosystem

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) has adopted the 2026-28 Work Plan, which prioritises cybersecurity audits and remote audits using Internet of Things technologies, CAG said in a release on Friday. The work plan was adopted at the 34th Annual Meeting of INTOSAI Working Group on IT Audit (WGITA), which was held along with the 17th Steering Committee Meeting of the INTOSAI Knowledge Sharing Committee (KSC) in Hyderabad.

Opposition questions EC intentions behind electoral roll revision

Opposition questions EC intentions behind electoral roll revision

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Opposition parties are questioning the Election Commission's intentions behind the second phase of special intensive revision of electoral rolls in 12 states and Union Territories. The BJP has slammed the Congress and called the opposition a 'herd of dissatisfied souls'.

Raj, Uddhav, Pawar meet poll officers over voter list anomalies

Raj, Uddhav, Pawar meet poll officers over voter list anomalies

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

A delegation of Opposition leaders in Maharashtra, including Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray, and Raj Thackeray, met with the state's chief electoral officer to raise concerns about alleged irregularities in the poll process, particularly regarding the voters' list, ahead of local body elections.

2 copper coins, one golden stick...: Banke Bihari treasury inspection ends

2 copper coins, one golden stick...: Banke Bihari treasury inspection ends

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

The 'Toshkhana' (treasury) of the Banke Bihari temple in Mathura, locked since 1971, was opened for inspection under the supervision of a Supreme Court-appointed committee. The inventory included copper coins, stones, silver and golden sticks.

'If India, Pakistan Don't Meet Every Time, So Be It'

'If India, Pakistan Don't Meet Every Time, So Be It'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'The time has come to let cricket's oldest rivalry occur naturally, not by design.'

'GST 2.0 Great Opportunity For Insurance Biz To Make Products Affordable'

'GST 2.0 Great Opportunity For Insurance Biz To Make Products Affordable'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'The government is putting insurance in the same category as food, which is essential for life.' 'Now this is an opportunity for the sector to focus on the consumer.'

RBI announces slew of measures to promote rupee

RBI announces slew of measures to promote rupee

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

In a bid to promote the use of domestic currency for cross-border settlements, the Reserve Bank on Wednesday announced a slew of measures, including allowing banks to lend in Indian Rupees to non-residents from Bhutan, Nepal and Sri Lanka for bilateral trade.

Missing pedestal at Sabarimala found at sponsor's kin's home

Missing pedestal at Sabarimala found at sponsor's kin's home

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Kerala Devaswom Minister alleges a conspiracy behind the 'missing' gold-coated pedestal of the Dwarapalaka idols at Sabarimala temple, which was later found at a sponsor's relative's residence. The minister accuses the sponsor of staging a drama and misleading the public.

Factually incorrect: EC rejects Cong's 'vote theft' claims

Factually incorrect: EC rejects Cong's 'vote theft' claims

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The Election Commission of India has refuted claims of 'vote theft' made by the Congress party and Rahul Gandhi, calling them 'factually incorrect'. The EC issued a factcheck and provided evidence of transparency in the revision of electoral rolls in Bihar.

Return of coal threatens India's emission commitments

Return of coal threatens India's emission commitments

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

India's new climate pledge to the UN could be weakened by its growing use of coal, even as the country plans a 2035 roadmap to cut emissions and boost clean energy.

GST 2.0: Mahindra cuts vehicle prices by up to Rs 1.56 lakh

GST 2.0: Mahindra cuts vehicle prices by up to Rs 1.56 lakh

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Mahindra & Mahindra on Saturday said it has reduced prices of its passenger vehicle range by up to Rs 1.56 lakh with immediate effect in order to pass on GST rate cut benefit to customers. The price cut follows the announcement of revamped GST at the 56th GST Council meeting held on September 3, 2025, the Mumbai-based auto major said in a statement.

From 35 To 6: NITI Aayog's Tax Trim Plan

From 35 To 6: NITI Aayog's Tax Trim Plan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

While the new income tax law replaces the Income Tax Act, 1961 and omits 13 offences, 35 actions and omissions continue to attract criminal liability under 13 provisions.

SC Verdict Instills Hope For Real Estate Reforms

SC Verdict Instills Hope For Real Estate Reforms

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'The directives to enhance last-mile funding, consider revival funds, and systemic reforms across the sector are expected to revive stalled projects, improve accountability, and accelerate the delivery of affordable and mid-income housing.'

11 Sebi Rules That Can Supercharge Your MFs Returns

11 Sebi Rules That Can Supercharge Your MFs Returns

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

SEBI's blockbuster reforms are rewriting the rules of mutual fund investing -- faster growth, sharper transparency, and smarter safeguards that put investors first, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan.

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'The AIFF has agreed that: It will conduct an open, competitive and transparent tender (or equivalent process) for selection of a commercial partner to conduct the ISL in line with global best practices.'

'This Act will ensure that our athletes are clean'

'This Act will ensure that our athletes are clean'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The legislation sets clear expectations for National Sports Federations and the Indian Olympic Association, ensuring mechanisms for fair elections, financial openness, and inclusive representation.

Ashwin slams BCCI: 'Why no roadmap for Rohit and Kohli?'

Ashwin slams BCCI: 'Why no roadmap for Rohit and Kohli?'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Speculations and debates have sparked over social media since last week, after chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced the management's decision to hand over the ODI captaincy from Rohit to Shubman Gill.

Joint Property? Keep Funding Proof Ready

Joint Property? Keep Funding Proof Ready

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'Always keep accurate and transparent records of the source of the investment or property's funding: Loan agreements, transfer records of the property, and bank statements of co-owners if available.'

Voter list 'purified', Bihar elections before...: CEC

Voter list 'purified', Bihar elections before...: CEC

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar expressed satisfaction over the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar, stating that the exercise has 'purified' the voters' list after 22 years. He made the announcement during a press conference in Patna.

Have Indian regulators made the system more transparent?

Have Indian regulators made the system more transparent?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday commended Indian financial sector regulators for doing a "world-class job" and bringing greater transparency into the system. Underlining that she is not against questioning or critiquing regulators, Sitharaman said there is a need to be "extremely conscious" about contributions made by them as well. Speaking at the Financial Express Best Banks Awards, the finance minister said, "I strongly recommend that facts are taken on board before we discuss anything to do with the regulators, strictly speaking."

Noel vs Mehli: Power struggle breaks out in Tata Trusts

Noel vs Mehli: Power struggle breaks out in Tata Trusts

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Tata Trusts, which exerts decisive influence over India's most valuable conglomerate through its about 66 per cent stake of Tata Sons, finds itself in the midst of infighting among its trustees over board appointment and governance issues.

How Brands Can Connect with Gen Alpha

How Brands Can Connect with Gen Alpha

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Though the oldest Alphas are just turning 15 in 2025, they're already more digitally fluent than any generation before, points out Sandeep Goyal.

'Gen Z Want Radical Change In Nepal'

'Gen Z Want Radical Change In Nepal'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'They mean business, but business as usual is unacceptable to them'

CEC slams Oppn over SIR, says some parties spreading misinformation

CEC slams Oppn over SIR, says some parties spreading misinformation

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Chief Election Commissioner Gynaesh Kumar rejects allegations of 'vote theft' and misinformation surrounding the electoral roll revision in Bihar, as the INDIA bloc launches a 'Voter Adhikar Yatra'.

Bihar SIR 'accurate', not a single appeal from voter: EC to SC

Bihar SIR 'accurate', not a single appeal from voter: EC to SC

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The Election Commission defended its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise for Bihar's voter list in the Supreme Court, calling it accurate and dismissing allegations of impropriety by political parties and NGOs.

'We'll start and end ISL at the right time'

'We'll start and end ISL at the right time'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey on Friday said the governing body has been working in a "dedicated" manner to start this season's Indian Super League (ISL), currently on hold due to uncertainty surrounding the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) between the AIFF and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL).

ISL to get a tech makeover with video support system!

ISL to get a tech makeover with video support system!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

AIFF's RFP: No franchisee fee for clubs in ISL, commercial partner to provide video support system

Focus on the underserved to deepen financial inclusion: RBI Guv to fintechs

Focus on the underserved to deepen financial inclusion: RBI Guv to fintechs

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday exhorted the fledgling fintech ecosystem to focus on the underserved sections of the society to deepen financial inclusion. Speaking at the annual Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, Malhotra accepted that serving the "privileged" will be a lucrative business, but urged the smaller companies to focus on the underserved.

India not pushing for an alternative to US dollar

India not pushing for an alternative to US dollar

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran on Wednesday said that the country is not pursuing any proposal to replace the US dollar as international currency for global trade. "No, certainly not. I think India is not part of any such initiative," he said in response to a question if India is looking at an alternative currency to the US dollar for global trade.

AI 171 crash: SC seeks govt, DGCA replies on 'fair, expeditious' probe plea

AI 171 crash: SC seeks govt, DGCA replies on 'fair, expeditious' probe plea

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has raised concerns about the preliminary report on the Air India crash and has asked for a more independent and thorough investigation.

Magisterial probe ordered into Leh violence; markets reopen as curfew eases

Magisterial probe ordered into Leh violence; markets reopen as curfew eases

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

A magisterial inquiry into the September 24 violence in Leh, which resulted in four deaths, is expected to be completed within four weeks. The inquiry, led by Sub Divisional Magistrate Nubra Mukul Beniwal, aims to determine the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident.

SC orders CBI probe into Karur stampede that killed 41

SC orders CBI probe into Karur stampede that killed 41

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The TVK has sought an independent investigation under the supervision of the Supreme Court, contending that a fair and impartial probe would not be possible if conducted solely by officers of the Tamil Nadu Police.

Three-member panel to select AIFF's new commercial partner

Three-member panel to select AIFF's new commercial partner

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

The All-India Football Federation has formed a three-member committee, headed by former judge Justice L Nageswara Rao, to oversee the entire tender process for selecting its new commercial partner, as per a directive from the Supreme Court.

'What Happened In Nepal Is Heartbreaking'

'What Happened In Nepal Is Heartbreaking'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'Today is a black day for Nepal -- when bullets respond to the voice of the people, outrage against corruption and demand for justice.'

US Senators question TCS, 9 others over H-1B visa filings

US Senators question TCS, 9 others over H-1B visa filings

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Cognizant and eight other major corporations have been questioned by US Senators for filing thousands of H-1B skilled labour visa petitions after conducting "mass layoffs" of American employees.

Haryana IPS suicide: Wife asks why DGP not named in FIR

Haryana IPS suicide: Wife asks why DGP not named in FIR

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

The wife of a senior Haryana police officer who allegedly committed suicide has questioned the FIR filed in the case, citing incomplete information and seeking amendments to include all accused and reflect appropriate sections of the SC/ST Act.

Haryana IPS officer's suicide note alleges anti-Dalit bias, names DGP

Haryana IPS officer's suicide note alleges anti-Dalit bias, names DGP

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

A senior Haryana Police officer's suspected suicide has sparked controversy after a note he left behind accused senior officers of harassment and caste-based discrimination. His wife has demanded an FIR against the state police chief.

BlackBuck exits Bengaluru, invited to relocate to Vizag

BlackBuck exits Bengaluru, invited to relocate to Vizag

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Online trucking platform BlackBuck co-founder & CEO Rajesh Yabaji on Tuesday said that the company has decided to move out of its current location at Bellandur on Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road (ORR), citing commuting and road infrastructure issues. The ORR, which is one of the IT corridors in the city, often witnesses traffic congestion.