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BRICS meet in India from Thursday on West Asia; Iran to attend, China skips

BRICS meet in India from Thursday on West Asia; Iran to attend, China skips

Rediff.com4 days ago

The escalating crisis in West Asia and its impact on the global energy supply chain are expected to dominate deliberations at a two-day meeting of BRICS foreign ministers to be hosted by India.

Imran Khan Has 'No Interest In Playing A Hairy Angry Man Covered In Blood'

Imran Khan Has 'No Interest In Playing A Hairy Angry Man Covered In Blood'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Imran Khan discusses his return to acting, his views on the current trend of violent films, and his upcoming project Adhure Hum Adhure Tum.

Vijay Film Festival To Mark Poll Triumph

Vijay Film Festival To Mark Poll Triumph

Rediff.com7 May 2026

'They want to know more about him. They want to see his films. Even those who were earlier not interested in his films want to see him now.'

Rajasthan Man Nabbed For Online Shopping Fraud In Delhi

Rajasthan Man Nabbed For Online Shopping Fraud In Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a man from Rajasthan for allegedly running an online shopping fraud racket, cheating people through fake social media advertisements offering discounted branded suits and sarees.

Sanatana Dharma divides, must be 'abolished': Udhayanidhi

Sanatana Dharma divides, must be 'abolished': Udhayanidhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin reiterated his call for the abolition of Sanatana Dharma, claiming it divides people, during his maiden speech as the Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. He also addressed concerns regarding the positioning of the Tamil invocation song in government events.

Modi's Fuel Call: Indians Changing Driving Habits

Modi's Fuel Call: Indians Changing Driving Habits

Rediff.com4 days ago

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges Indians to travel less, rising fuel prices are already changing driving habits.

Gold import duty hike to spur grey market, smuggling, say exporters

Gold import duty hike to spur grey market, smuggling, say exporters

Rediff.com3 days ago

The gems and jewellery industry anticipates challenging times following the government's decision to increase gold import duty to 15 per cent, a move that exporters warn could fuel the grey market and heighten smuggling risks.

'If people don't buy gold...': Jewellers protest against PM's appeal

'If people don't buy gold...': Jewellers protest against PM's appeal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Jewellers in Lucknow protest Prime Minister Modi's appeal to defer gold purchases for a year amid the West Asia crisis, fearing significant business losses and economic hardship for those involved in the trade.

How Modi's Praise Fuels Indian Women's Hockey Team

How Modi's Praise Fuels Indian Women's Hockey Team

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Indian women's hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne expressed gratitude and motivation after Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised his contribution to the sport during a visit to the Netherlands, highlighting the team's World Cup aspirations.

India must not rent its intelligence future: Adani

India must not rent its intelligence future: Adani

Rediff.com4 days ago

Gautam Adani, chairman of Adani group, emphasised that energy and intelligence are inseparable national priorities, asserting that India must build its own capabilities in these sectors rather than relying on external sources, especially in the context of global conflicts and shifting supply chains.

Arvind Subramanian: Be Wary of China Bashing

Arvind Subramanian: Be Wary of China Bashing

Rediff.com2 days ago

It seems odd to criticise a country for delivering growth rates in standards of living and consumption that have been perhaps the fastest, longest, and most broad-based (affecting hundreds of millions of people) in history, points out Arvind Subramanian.

China Boosts Indian Ocean Ambitions, Should India Worry?

China Boosts Indian Ocean Ambitions, Should India Worry?

Rediff.com2 days ago

For India, China's Indian Ocean power projection, maritime domain awareness, dual-use ports, underwater surveillance, antisubmarinewarfare, naval exercises with Pakistan, pose considerable pressure, depleted India's strategic depth and marginalises Indian role, points out Srikanth Kondapalli.

Iran War May Push Markets Into Bear Cycle

Iran War May Push Markets Into Bear Cycle

Rediff.com2 days ago

Markets face risk of a prolonged bear phase as oil shocks and geopolitical tensions test inflation, growth and investor confidence globally, points out Debashis Basu.

Why Gold Loan Boom Needs Caution

Why Gold Loan Boom Needs Caution

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rapid growth in personal gold loans has raised concerns over borrower leverage, large-ticket exposure and volatility in gold prices, points out Swaminathan J, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India.

Advocate Mamata Banerjee Faces 'Thief' Slogans At Calcutta High Court

Advocate Mamata Banerjee Faces 'Thief' Slogans At Calcutta High Court

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mamata Banerjee personally argued a case in the Calcutta high xourt regarding attacks on Trinamool Congress workers in West Bengal.

Racquet Stringing Professionals Attend Workshop In Delhi

Racquet Stringing Professionals Attend Workshop In Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

A technical workshop for racquet stringing professionals was held in Delhi, focusing on advanced techniques and international standards.

UAE to store 30 mn barrels of crude in India's petroleum reserve: Misri

UAE to store 30 mn barrels of crude in India's petroleum reserve: Misri

Rediff.com1 days ago

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri on Friday shared key details on agreements between India and the UAE, stating that the UAE will store up to 30 million barrels of crude oil in India's strategic petroleum reserve following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit.

Babar hints at Pakistan captaincy comeback

Babar hints at Pakistan captaincy comeback

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Babar Azam has indicated he would consider accepting the Pakistan captaincy again if the opportunity arises, emphasising that his decisions are always driven by the best interests of Pakistan cricket. He is currently focused on the Pakistan Super League final.

Iran, UAE FMs spar at BRICS meet in Delhi, Lavrov intervenes to cool tempers

Iran, UAE FMs spar at BRICS meet in Delhi, Lavrov intervenes to cool tempers

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sharp differences between Iran and the UAE over the West Asia conflict were on full display during the BRICS foreign ministers' meeting in New Delhi, signalling the challenges the bloc faces in reaching a consensus position on the crisis.

EPFO Keeps EPF Interest Rate Unchanged at 8.25% for 2025-26

EPFO Keeps EPF Interest Rate Unchanged at 8.25% for 2025-26

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has decided to maintain the interest rate on employees' provident fund (EPF) deposits at 8.25 per cent for the fiscal year 2025-26, marking the second consecutive year at this rate.

Mishandling Taiwan issue could spark China-US clash, Xi Jinping warns Trump

Mishandling Taiwan issue could spark China-US clash, Xi Jinping warns Trump

Rediff.com2 days ago

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned US President Donald Trump that mishandling the Taiwan issue could trigger conflicts between the two countries during wide-ranging talks on trade, Iran, and energy security.

Why Satheesan's Leadership Is Crucial For Kerala's Future

Why Satheesan's Leadership Is Crucial For Kerala's Future

Rediff.com1 days ago

Senior Congress leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan expressed confidence in V D Satheesan's ability to lead Kerala as Chief Minister, emphasising the need for a strong team to meet public expectations. He highlighted the importance of unity within the party and the focus on public welfare.

Five Arrested In Uttarakhand Chit Fund Scam: Details

Five Arrested In Uttarakhand Chit Fund Scam: Details

Rediff.com3 days ago

The CBI has arrested five individuals, including a key figure, in connection with the LUCC chit fund scam in Uttarakhand, which involves over Rs 400 crore. The case concerns alleged irregularities by the Loni Urban Multi-State Credit and Thrift Co-operative Society (LUCC), accused of enticing investors into unregulated schemes.

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

Rediff.com3 days ago

The CBI revisited the crime scene in North 24 Parganas as part of its investigation into the death of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The agency is using advanced 3D scanners to reconstruct the events leading to Rath's death.

Heat, transitions and tactics: FIFA experts predict World Cup trends

Heat, transitions and tactics: FIFA experts predict World Cup trends

Rediff.com3 days ago

FIFA's Technical Study Group believes set-pieces are unlikely to dominate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Gilberto Silva predicting tighter, transition-based football due to limited preparation time for national teams.

Trump to meet Xi Jinping on Wednesday to discuss Iran conflict, trade issues

Trump to meet Xi Jinping on Wednesday to discuss Iran conflict, trade issues

Rediff.com4 days ago

US President Donald Trump is set to visit China for talks with President Xi Jinping on trade, global issues, and the Gulf war. The visit aims to address trade frictions and other key issues, with high expectations for progress.

'One Operation Sindoor Won't End Terror'

'One Operation Sindoor Won't End Terror'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'India's security challenges are no longer confined to the Line of Control or the Line of Actual Control.'
'They also span cyber networks, economic systems, information warfare, technology ecosystems, maritime routes, and internal social cohesion.'

BJP Leader Alleges 50 Lakh Land Scam, Files FIR

BJP Leader Alleges 50 Lakh Land Scam, Files FIR

Rediff.com3 days ago

A BJP politician in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, has filed a police complaint alleging he was defrauded of 50 lakh in a land deal. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

IPL 2026: Why Is BCCI Worried About Honey Traps?

IPL 2026: Why Is BCCI Worried About Honey Traps?

Rediff.com5 days ago

In the IPL, losing your wicket is forgivable; but losing your integrity isn't, asserts K R Nayar.

The 10 Toughest Cops On OTT

The 10 Toughest Cops On OTT

Rediff.com2 days ago

With Saif Ali Khan and Randeep Hooda donning the cop uniform on OTT this week, we take a look at 10 memorable police portrayals in Hindi OTT series over the years.

SC allows release of convict in Madhumita Shukla murder case after 22 years

SC allows release of convict in Madhumita Shukla murder case after 22 years

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has allowed a plea seeking the premature release of Rohit Chaturvedi, a convict in the 2003 murder case of poet Madhumita Shukla, emphasising reformation over retribution.

RCB Aim To Seal Playoff Spot Against Struggling Punjab Kings

RCB Aim To Seal Playoff Spot Against Struggling Punjab Kings

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to exploit Punjab Kings' bowling vulnerabilities to secure a playoff berth in the Indian Premier League. Virat Kohli's presence is a major draw for fans in Dharamsala.

Satwik-Chirag Want More Recognition For Badminton In India

Satwik-Chirag Want More Recognition For Badminton In India

Rediff.com2 days ago

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their efforts to increase badminton's visibility and appreciation in India following their Thomas Cup triumph and bronze medal win.

HC applied Ayodhya verdict principles to Bhojshala case

HC applied Ayodhya verdict principles to Bhojshala case

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The Madhya Pradesh High Court referenced the Supreme Court's Ayodhya verdict principles while ruling on the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula mosque complex case, determining the site to be a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati.

RTI can't be used to get spouse's income details: HC

RTI can't be used to get spouse's income details: HC

Rediff.com3 May 2026

The Delhi High Court has ruled that an individual cannot obtain details of their spouse's income from authorities by filing an application under the Right to Information (RTI) Act.

'Biggest Single Danger Is If Remittances Come Down'

'Biggest Single Danger Is If Remittances Come Down'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'At the first sign of real trouble, that money will move. There will be a run.'

How UP Boosted Sugarcane Farmers' Income

How UP Boosted Sugarcane Farmers' Income

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh government announced it has paid a record Rs 3,21,963 crore to sugarcane growers since 2017, emphasising on-time payments and direct transfers to farmers' accounts. The government highlighted initiatives like farm loan waivers and the 'Smart Ganna Kisan' system for online sugarcane management.

West Asia Crisis To Hit India's Growth Hard

West Asia Crisis To Hit India's Growth Hard

Rediff.com4 days ago

A prolonged supply shock can transmit to lower incomes, and dampen confidence and sentiment, warns Aditi Nayar, chief economist, head-research and outreach, ICRA.

Centre extends CBI chief's tenure by a year amid Rahul Gandhi's dissent

Centre extends CBI chief's tenure by a year amid Rahul Gandhi's dissent

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Centre has extended the tenure of CBI chief Praveen Sood by one year, marking his second extension in office. The decision follows a meeting of the selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

MI to release Hardik? Bumrah should lead, says Manjrekar

MI to release Hardik? Bumrah should lead, says Manjrekar

Rediff.com4 days ago

Amid speculation of Hardik Pandya's release from Mumbai Indians following a disappointing IPL 2026, Sanjay Manjrekar has urged MI to replace Hardik with Jasprit Bumrah as captain.