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27% Bitcoin Slide: What Must Investors Do?

27% Bitcoin Slide: What Must Investors Do?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'Exiting during corrections tends to lock in losses. Patient investors have benefited from holding through similar drawdowns in past cycles.'

Reach consensus by Tuesday or....: SC to Kerala Guv, CM on VC deadlock

Reach consensus by Tuesday or....: SC to Kerala Guv, CM on VC deadlock

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court has stated it will intervene to resolve the deadlock over the selection of vice chancellors for two technical universities in Kerala if the Chief Minister and Governor do not reach a consensus.

Buoyant demand has failed to push steel prices

Buoyant demand has failed to push steel prices

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

The Indian steel industry is faced with a paradox: Rising demand and falling prices. Demand continues to surge as user industries gather pace, with the World Steel Association projecting around 9 per cent annual growth for India over 2025 and 2026, the year domestic demand is projected to be almost 75 million tonnes (mt) higher than in 2020.

BCCI announces Rs 21 cr cash award for Team India

BCCI announces Rs 21 cr cash award for Team India

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The BCCI has declared that the victorious Indian team and its support staff will be presented a prize money of Rs 21 crore for their unbeaten run in the Asia Cup.

BCCI Contracts: Will Kohli, Rohit Retain A-Plus Grade?

BCCI Contracts: Will Kohli, Rohit Retain A-Plus Grade?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

BCCI AGM: Kohli, Rohit's contracts, payments for women in domestic cricket to be discussed

L&T eyes global nuclear supply chain expansion

L&T eyes global nuclear supply chain expansion

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Construction major L&T is gearing up to expand its footprint in the global nuclear supply chain, a senior company official has said, while calling for amendments to key legislations on the domestic front to pave the way for the entry of private players and foreign capital necessary for capacity enhancement.

Modi, Merz set for Ahmedabad talks amid rising global tensions

Modi, Merz set for Ahmedabad talks amid rising global tensions

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

In their talks, Modi and Merz are likely to deliberate on trade and investment ties as New Delhi is looking at deepening economic engagement with Europe against the backdrop of Washington's 50 percent tariff on Indian goods, people familiar with the matter said.

Radhakrishnan vs Reddy: NDA holds edge in Tuesday's V-P poll

Radhakrishnan vs Reddy: NDA holds edge in Tuesday's V-P poll

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

The stage is set for a direct contest between NDA nominee C P Radhakrishnan and joint opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy for the vice-presidential election. The BJP-led alliance has a clear edge in the poll necessitated due to the sudden resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar.

AIFF Meet That Could Redefine Indian Football

AIFF Meet That Could Redefine Indian Football

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Under the draft constitution, the executive committee of the AIFF would have 14 members, who would be under the age and tenure restrictions.

Lockheed Martin plans C-130J Super Hercules co-production hub in India

Lockheed Martin plans C-130J Super Hercules co-production hub in India

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Lockheed Martin plans to establish a C-130J Super Hercules co-production facility in India, the first outside the US, as the IAF seeks to procure new transport aircraft.

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's First Woman PM, Passes Away

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's First Woman PM, Passes Away

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's former first female prime minister and chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, has died at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness.

To Modi, With Love

To Modi, With Love

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

From Siliguri school students cosplaying as the PM to yagna ceremonies in Varanasi and blood donation camps in New Delhi, the celebrations showcase widespread admiration for India's leader across various cities and communities.

'To make it harder for...': Vance on Trump's tariffs on India

'To make it harder for...': Vance on Trump's tariffs on India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Vance also hinted that the US may drop additional tariffs on countries if the US make a deal with Russia, and also apply more tariffs on the countries to bring this war to a close.

VP election: Opposition MPs to practise with 'mock poll' on Monday

VP election: Opposition MPs to practise with 'mock poll' on Monday

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

They said a 'mock poll' would be conducted in the Central Hall of the Samvidhan Sadan at around 2:30 PM on Monday after the briefing on the procedure to vote in the vice presidential polls.

Virat, BCCI Veep Meet India's Veep

Virat, BCCI Veep Meet India's Veep

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli met Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar along with BCCI's omnipresent Vice-President Rajeev Shukla in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Dhankhar's Resignation Leaves More Questions Than Answers

Dhankhar's Resignation Leaves More Questions Than Answers

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Jagdeep Dhankhar's sudden resignation as Vice President has led to speculation about underlying political tensions and disagreements with the ruling alliance.

Meet BJP's first-ever mayor in Kerala

Meet BJP's first-ever mayor in Kerala

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

BJP leader V V Rajesh was elected mayor of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, marking the party's first-ever victory in a municipal corporation in Kerala. The election saw other mayoral contests across the state, with UDF and LDF also securing victories.

US VP Vance in Jaipur; to visit Amber Fort, deliver lecture at RIC

US VP Vance in Jaipur; to visit Amber Fort, deliver lecture at RIC

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

US Vice President J D Vance visited Jaipur, India, as part of his trip to the country. He met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi and discussed strengthening US-India cooperation in areas such as defense, energy, and technology. In Jaipur, Vance is scheduled to deliver a lecture on US-India relations and visit the Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The visit is a testament to the strong bilateral relationship between the two nations.

Modi-Vance talks on Monday; US VP to visit Akshardham temple

Modi-Vance talks on Monday; US VP to visit Akshardham temple

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Vance is expected to be accompanied by at least five senior officials, including from the Pentagon and the State Department, the people cited above said.

HC refuses to stay foundation-laying of 'Babri Masjid' in Bengal

HC refuses to stay foundation-laying of 'Babri Masjid' in Bengal

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

The Calcutta high court on Friday refused to intervene in the construction of a mosque -- modelled on Ayodhya's Babri Masjid -- at Beldanga in West Bengal's Murshidabad, proposed by suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir.

Experts warn of stronger earthquake in Bangladesh after recent tremors

Experts warn of stronger earthquake in Bangladesh after recent tremors

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Following a recent earthquake in Bangladesh that caused casualties and damage, experts are warning the government to take immediate action to prepare for a potentially much larger and more devastating seismic event. They cite the country's vulnerability due to its location on major tectonic plates and the prevalence of unsafe buildings.

India-origin Sabih Khan appointed new COO of Apple

India-origin Sabih Khan appointed new COO of Apple

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Apple Inc has named India-origin Sabih Khan as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), marking a key move in its long-planned leadership transition. Khan, 58, who has been with Apple for 30 years and is currently the senior vice president of operations, will succeed Jeff Williams later this month, the iPhone maker said in a statement.

Modi to address NDA parliamentary party meet amid Oppn protests

Modi to address NDA parliamentary party meet amid Oppn protests

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the BJP-led NDA parliamentary party meeting, focusing on current issues, the upcoming vice president's election, and likely addressing opposition concerns.

IPL 2026 Auction: Shock Buys Became A Recurring Theme

IPL 2026 Auction: Shock Buys Became A Recurring Theme

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

IPL Auction 2026 was not just about money; it was a celebration of ambition, opportunity, and the unrelenting belief that the next big star could come from anywhere.

YOLO Spirit Ignites 2026 Travel

YOLO Spirit Ignites 2026 Travel

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The growing YOLO (You Only Live Once) mindset, coupled with a desire for immersive outdoor experiences, is driving demand, primarily across age groups from 20 to 45 years.

'14+ Anti-Obesity Drugs In The Pipeline'

'14+ Anti-Obesity Drugs In The Pipeline'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

The semaglutide patent expiry next year could unleash a wave of generic versions from Indian drugmakers, with prices expected to go lower -- at least 80 per cent.

Seniors to Drive 25% of India's Pharma

Seniors to Drive 25% of India's Pharma

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'Once the 60-plus population hits 20 to 30 per cent of the country, the demand for elderly-care treatments will surge -- cardiac, metabolic, neurological, and musculoskeletal medicines are going to dominate the market for the next several decades.'

After Modi-Xi meet, India-China Beijing talks record steady progress

After Modi-Xi meet, India-China Beijing talks record steady progress

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Senior officials from India and China's foreign ministries met in Beijing to discuss bilateral ties following a meeting between Prime Minister Modi and President Xi.

President's Bodyguard Is 250!

President's Bodyguard Is 250!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

President Droupadi Murmu inspected a guard of honour at the sestercentennial (250th anniversary) celebrations and presented the President's Standard of Bodyguard and Regimental Standard to the President's Bodyguard at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Thursday, November 16, 2023.

Want To Study In The UK? Do It In India

Want To Study In The UK? Do It In India

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

From Bengaluru to GIFT City, British universities scale up India presence, cementing the UK's lead in global higher education partnerships.

Russia ratifies key military pact with India ahead of Putin's visit

Russia ratifies key military pact with India ahead of Putin's visit

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Russia's State Duma ratified a key military pact with India, the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (RELOS), ahead of President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi. The agreement facilitates mutual logistical support between the two countries' military forces during exercises, training, and disaster relief efforts.

'Tiger Abhi Zinda Hai' mirrors Nitish Kumar's refusal to slow down

'Tiger Abhi Zinda Hai' mirrors Nitish Kumar's refusal to slow down

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

The Bihar chief minister had a point to prove in the latest assembly elections, which were held amid speculations of a fatigue factor, if not downright anti-incumbency, made worse by rumours of his indifferent health.

Will eradicate Hamas if Gaza truce fails: Trump

Will eradicate Hamas if Gaza truce fails: Trump

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

A day after Israel claimed that Hamas had violated the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, United States President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) issued a stark warning to the militant group, saying it would face 'eradication' if it violated a truce in the region.

SC a super Parliament, Art 142 a nuclear missile: Dhankhar

SC a super Parliament, Art 142 a nuclear missile: Dhankhar

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Thursday questioned the judiciary setting a timeline for the President to take decisions and act as a "super Parliament", saying the Supreme Court cannot fire a "nuclear missile" at democratic forces.

CAB Awards: Akash Deep steals spotlight with special honour

CAB Awards: Akash Deep steals spotlight with special honour

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

India pacer Akash Deep received a special award for his impressive performance in the recent Test series in England during annual Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) awards in Kolkata on Saturday.

Amazon VP's Warning After 14k Employees Were Sacked

Amazon VP's Warning After 14k Employees Were Sacked

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

The future belongs to those who move fast, use AI deeply and focus relentlessly on customer impact.

Why BCCI officials will miss Asia Cup final...

Why BCCI officials will miss Asia Cup final...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

No BCCI representatives travelled to Dubai. As reported by Dainik Jagran, the board was mindful of public sentiment and growing calls for a boycott, choosing to skip those matches out of respect for the prevailing national mood.

ITC Hotels Q2 profit up 74% at Rs 133 cr

ITC Hotels Q2 profit up 74% at Rs 133 cr

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

ITC Hotels on Friday reported nearly 74 per cent rise in consolidated net profit for the second quarter ended September at Rs 133.29 crore, on higher revenue from operations. The company, which listed on the stock exchanges earlier this year post its demerger from ITC Limited, had posted a net profit of Rs 76.63 crore a year ago.

'Refrain from name-calling': Ex-judges slam Shah's attack on VP candidate

'Refrain from name-calling': Ex-judges slam Shah's attack on VP candidate

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

A group of retired judges has criticized Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks about opposition vice-presidential candidate B Sudershan Reddy and the Salwa Judum judgement, calling them 'unfortunate'.

60 Years On This Week, Indira Gandhi Became Prime Minister

60 Years On This Week, Indira Gandhi Became Prime Minister

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

In a culture where children take up the profession of their father, her becoming a politician was seen as natural and acceptable.