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Baghel's son got Rs 250 cr in liquor 'scam': Chargesheet

Baghel's son got Rs 250 cr in liquor 'scam': Chargesheet

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offence Wing (ACB/EOW) has claimed in its chargesheet that Chaitanya, son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, received Rs 200 crore to Rs 250 crore as his share from an alleged liquor scam in the state.

How EPF Protects Your Family After You

How EPF Protects Your Family After You

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

EPF doesn't just build your retirement fund -- it also provides free life insurance up to Rs 7 lakh under the EDLI scheme.

Will VIT's BTech Help Me Study Masters In US?

Will VIT's BTech Help Me Study Masters In US?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, counsels students how to pick a course that can help them advance in their career.

Four killed, 10 hurt in shooting at family gathering in US

Four killed, 10 hurt in shooting at family gathering in US

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Citing San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, CNN said that the mass shooting took place at a family gathering took place at Stockton, in California's Central Valley, on Sunday evening, with the suspect at large.

Want To Live Separately After Marriage?

Want To Live Separately After Marriage?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Ask yourself if living with your partner's family is a dealbreaker for you, counsels rediffGURU Shalini Singh.

'I Want To Date My College Professor'

'I Want To Date My College Professor'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of Quack Quack, an online dating web site explains how not to breach boundaries in a relationship.

Nagal, Badosa take Eagles past Kites in WTL

Nagal, Badosa take Eagles past Kites in WTL

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Sumit Nagal leaned on his vast experience to overcome the power game of Kites's Dhakshineswar Suresh in the tie-break and keep Eagles well on course for the World Tennis League final, in Bengaluru, on Thursday.

Hoax bomb threats paralyse courts including HC, banks in Mumbai, Nagpur

Hoax bomb threats paralyse courts including HC, banks in Mumbai, Nagpur

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Coordinated bomb threat emails targeting courts and financial institutions in Mumbai and Nagpur caused widespread disruption before being declared a hoax.

Odisha Gives MLAs A 200% Pay Hike

Odisha Gives MLAs A 200% Pay Hike

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

In terms of MLA salaries, Odisha is followed by Telangana (about Rs 2.7 lakh), Maharashtra (Rs 2.6 lakh), Manipur (Rs 2.5 lakh), and Uttar Pradesh (Rs 2.4 lakh).

Year of the Woman: How India's Sportswomen Owned 2025

Year of the Woman: How India's Sportswomen Owned 2025

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

They weren't up for a windfall even after the trophy but life was certain to get a lot better as some sponsors and state governments stepped up to lift them financially.

How RBI Governor Fared In The First Year

How RBI Governor Fared In The First Year

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Sanjay Malhotra has made structural changes to banking regulation to bring down costs and increase efficiency. Plus, he kicked off a benign interest regime. But there are challenges ahead.

Epstein files show photos of Clinton, Trump barely appears

Epstein files show photos of Clinton, Trump barely appears

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The United States Department of Justice released a batch of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking investigation, including photos and records showing Bill Clinton, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Michael Jackson in social settings with Epstein, CNN reported.

The Man Challenging 18% GST On Air Purifiers

The Man Challenging 18% GST On Air Purifiers

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

'If a common man wants to buy an air purifier for Rs 10,000, then he will have to shell out Rs 11,800 with 18 percent GST.' 'If he is charged GST at 5 percent the same air purifier will cost Rs 10,500.' 'This saves a one time amount of Rs 1,300 -- and that too just to breathe clean air.'

10 dead in Sydney beach shooting during Jewish festival; gunman killed

10 dead in Sydney beach shooting during Jewish festival; gunman killed

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Authorities confirmed that the police operation remains ongoing, with security forces deployed across the area.

CBI chargesheets 4 Chinese citizens among 17 in Rs 1,000-cr cyber fraud case

CBI chargesheets 4 Chinese citizens among 17 in Rs 1,000-cr cyber fraud case

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against 17 people, including four Chinese nationals, and 58 companies for their alleged roles in a transnational cyber fraud network that siphoned off over Rs 1,000 crore.

What Amazon Can Learn From Meesho

What Amazon Can Learn From Meesho

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'The Indian consumer is moving so quickly and they have so many options.'

Malaysia's IHH plans India expansion after Fortis open offer

Malaysia's IHH plans India expansion after Fortis open offer

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

After completion of its mandatory tender offer in Fortis Healthcare and Fortis Malar Hospitals, Malaysian health care giant IHH Healthcare is aiming to add 2,000 beds in a bid to double down on value creation in India. IHH, which is Asia's largest multinational private healthcare provider, currently has over 5,000 beds across a combined network of 35 hospitals and 11 states.

6 kids test HIV-positive after blood transfusion in MP

6 kids test HIV-positive after blood transfusion in MP

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Six children with thalassemia in Madhya Pradesh, India, have tested positive for HIV, suspected to be transmitted through contaminated blood transfusions. An investigation has been ordered, and the opposition Congress party is demanding accountability.

Don't Exit Midcaps. Think Long Term

Don't Exit Midcaps. Think Long Term

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'Stopping now would defeat the core purpose of an SIP, which is to average out the purchase cost over market cycles.'

'My Wife Regrets She Married Me'

'My Wife Regrets She Married Me'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Right now, the most important thing is clarity -- for you and for her, advises rediffGURU Kanchan Rai.

A Signature Moment: Trump Ends Shutdown

A Signature Moment: Trump Ends Shutdown

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

United States President Donald John Trump signs the funding bill to end the US government shutdown at the White House, November 12, 2025

Huawei Launches GT6 Pro In India

Huawei Launches GT6 Pro In India

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Huawei has launched its latest smartwatch series in India with the Watch GT6 Pro. The new models are designed for outdoor sports enthusiasts, offering features like cycling power monitoring, enhanced sleep tracking, and longer battery life.

Air India is a responsibility not just a biz opportunity: Tata's Chandra

Air India is a responsibility not just a biz opportunity: Tata's Chandra

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran on Saturday said Air India, which is undergoing a transformation, is not just a business opportunity but a "responsibility" for the Tata Group.

China hails Putin's India visit, calls for closer trilateral ties

China hails Putin's India visit, calls for closer trilateral ties

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

China has reacted positively to Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India, emphasizing the importance of trilateral ties between China, Russia, and India for regional and global peace and stability.

Smriti Mandhana Finally Breaks Silence on Her Wedding Rumours

Smriti Mandhana Finally Breaks Silence on Her Wedding Rumours

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana has put an end to weeks of speculation, confirming that her wedding to music composer and filmmaker Palash Mucchal will no longer take place.

British, Kuwait Airways flights get bomb threat at Hyderabad airport

British, Kuwait Airways flights get bomb threat at Hyderabad airport

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

According to Hyderabad Airport GMR, British Airways flight 277 and Kuwait Airways flight 373 received the bomb threat. The BA 277 flight travelling from Heathrow to Hyderabad landed safely at 5:25 AM. Following the landing, standard safety protocols were initiated.

Does Your Partner Ignore House Chores?

Does Your Partner Ignore House Chores?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Anu Krishna suggests how to deal with a partner who doesn't contribute to house chores.

Cheated, misled, and financially wronged by IndiGo's refund

Cheated, misled, and financially wronged by IndiGo's refund

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

'IndiGo abruptly cancelled our Kolkata-Purnea flight citing bad weather, despite clear conditions and another airline operating the same route, causing severe inconvenience.'

Mumbai businesswoman stripped, filmed at gunpoint in pharma firm office

Mumbai businesswoman stripped, filmed at gunpoint in pharma firm office

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

As per the FIR, the woman was called to the company's office, where she was allegedly assaulted and stripped.

8 Places To Be For A Perfect Christmas

8 Places To Be For A Perfect Christmas

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Which are some of most special places in the world to celebrate Christmas?

What Tharoor said after attending Putin banquet as Rahul, Kharge left out

What Tharoor said after attending Putin banquet as Rahul, Kharge left out

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

The Congress on Friday said that the leaders of the opposition, Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, were not invited to the banquet, and took a swipe at Tharoor for accepting the invite.

HC asks Centre to help Celina communicate with brother

HC asks Centre to help Celina communicate with brother

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

The Delhi high court has directed the Centre to facilitate communication between actress Celina Jaitly and her brother, a former army officer detained in the UAE. The court is addressing a plea by Jaitly seeking legal representation for her brother, who has been detained since September of last year.

Russia is 'ready for war with Europe right now': Putin

Russia is 'ready for war with Europe right now': Putin

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Putin argued that European countries are putting forward demands related to the conflict that Russia cannot accept. He further accused Europe of obstructing initiatives by the United States and President Donald Trump to pursue a negotiated settlement.

Is Your Married Ex Still Texting You?

Is Your Married Ex Still Texting You?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

'You deserve a love you can have wholly, and not just in pieces, and in the shadows,' counsels rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, of Quack Quack, an online dating Website.

Mutual Fund Equity Purchases Hit Record High In 2025

Mutual Fund Equity Purchases Hit Record High In 2025

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

The continued MF buying has pushed the equity holding of MFs to over Rs 50 trillion for the first time.

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The Indian metal market is a promising sector to invest in as it provides a good balance between the prospects of growth and stability in dynamic economic conditions and a changing geopolitical environment. Metals such as gold, silver, copper, etc, have gained renewed significance in 2025, amidst growing inflation and India's push towards infrastructural growth and green energy initiatives.

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The Indian metal market is a promising sector to invest in as it provides a good balance between the prospects of growth and stability in dynamic economic conditions and a changing geopolitical environment. Metals such as gold, silver, copper, etc, have gained renewed significance in 2025, amidst growing inflation and India's push towards infrastructural growth and green energy initiatives.

Why Indian Parents Fear Love Marriage

Why Indian Parents Fear Love Marriage

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Shalini Singh, founder of andwemet, an online matchmaking website for urban Indians, offers advice on how to deal with parents.

China, India fuel Ukraine war via Russian oil buy: Trump at UNGA

China, India fuel Ukraine war via Russian oil buy: Trump at UNGA

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

US President Donald Trump accused China and India of being the "primary funders" of the Ukraine war by continuing to purchase Russian oil during his address to the UN General Assembly. He also criticized NATO countries for not cutting off Russian energy.

It's Taken 500 Years For This To Happen!

It's Taken 500 Years For This To Happen!

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

500 years after Britain's then King Henry VIII broke away from the Roman Catholic church over its refusal to sanction his divorce from Catherine of Aragon, 'his successor, King Charles III, prayed with Pope Leo XIV beneath the sublime frescoes of the Sistine Chapel in an act of rapprochement between the Catholic church and the Church of England', The Guardian newspaper reported on Thursday.