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Yamaha Gears Up for India's E2W Race With 2 Models

Yamaha Gears Up for India's E2W Race With 2 Models

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Yamaha expects its first EVs to hit showrooms by the last quarter of FY26 (January - March), once network readiness is complete.

Ahead of Modi's Manipur visit, several BJP leaders resign

Ahead of Modi's Manipur visit, several BJP leaders resign

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The prime minister is likely to arrive in Manipur on Saturday, in what would be his first visit to the northeastern state since the ethnic violence broke out between Imphal Valley-based Meiteis and adjoining hills-based Kuki-Zo people in May 2023, which claimed over 260 lives and rendered thousands homeless.

'Intent always wins': Gambhir hails India's Asia Cup victory

'Intent always wins': Gambhir hails India's Asia Cup victory

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The triumph at the Dubai International Stadium marked India's ninth Asia Cup title and showcased the team's grit, character, and ability to perform under pressure.

Guess How Many Weddings In Nov-Dec!

Guess How Many Weddings In Nov-Dec!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

4.5 million weddings are expected across India.

One-Regulator Education Bill Sent To Panel

One-Regulator Education Bill Sent To Panel

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

'It interferes in administrative matters of institutions, robbing them of their independence in day-to-day affairs and appointments.'

Maccabi Tel Aviv fans barred from Aston Villa game

Maccabi Tel Aviv fans barred from Aston Villa game

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

'Following a meeting this afternoon, the SAG have formally written to the club and UEFA to advise no away fans will be permitted to attend Villa Park for this fixture.'

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.

BCCI AGM: Ganguly, Harbhajan in draft electoral roll

BCCI AGM: Ganguly, Harbhajan in draft electoral roll

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Sourav Ganguly and Harbhajan Singh were confirmed as the representatives of the Full Members of the BCCI.

Jailed MP Engineer Rashid allowed to vote in VP poll

Jailed MP Engineer Rashid allowed to vote in VP poll

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

A Delhi court has granted Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid, currently jailed on terror funding charges, permission to vote in the upcoming Vice Presidential election.

Why EVMs Won't Be Used In VP Election

Why EVMs Won't Be Used In VP Election

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

EVMs can't be used in presidential, vice-presidential, or Rajya Sabha polls because they only count simple votes, not the preference-based system needed for these elections.

Oil companies breathe easy as Saudi cuts LPG price

Oil companies breathe easy as Saudi cuts LPG price

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Saudi Arabia's steep cut in LPG benchmark prices has pushed India's household LPG underrecoveries to their lowest level in over two years, slashing oil companies' losses from Rs 200-250 per cylinder last year to about Rs 20-40 now.

Fearless, Dominant, Unstoppable: India Beat Pakistan Again

Fearless, Dominant, Unstoppable: India Beat Pakistan Again

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Gambhir Leads Chorus as Cricket Fraternity Hails India's Triumph

Who's next? BCCI set for big announcement soon

Who's next? BCCI set for big announcement soon

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addressed the uncertainty revolving around the future of the board's president after Roger Binny completed his tenure and announced that the Indian cricket board will reveal its next course of action in the next two days.

Islamist student group sweeps university elections in Bangladesh

Islamist student group sweeps university elections in Bangladesh

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islam's student front, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), has secured a significant victory in the central students union elections at Jahangirnagar University (JU), following a similar win at Dhaka University. This outcome has surprised many, as these universities were not traditionally strongholds for the Islamist group.

Trump admin faces lawsuit over H-1B visa fee hike

Trump admin faces lawsuit over H-1B visa fee hike

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The US Chamber of Commerce has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's decision to impose a USD 100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, arguing it harms American innovation and competitiveness.

US Relationship With India, Pakistan 'Unchanged'

US Relationship With India, Pakistan 'Unchanged'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'For the region and for the world, the US working with both those nations is good news.'

Vance kids win hearts in Anarkali suit, kurta-pyjama

Vance kids win hearts in Anarkali suit, kurta-pyjama

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

US Vice President JD Vance's three children, dressed in traditional Indian attire, won hearts in India during their visit. The children, who landed in Delhi on Monday, were photographed in their outfits, which quickly went viral on social media. The children's outfits were a hit with photographers covering the visit, and their photos trended on social media throughout the day.

K'taka Guv forwards 4% Muslim quota bill to President's assent

K'taka Guv forwards 4% Muslim quota bill to President's assent

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has reserved the Bill pertaining to four percent reservation for Muslims in government contracts for the President's assent, citing constitutional concerns. The Bill, which has been a subject of controversy in Karnataka, was passed by both houses of the state legislature amid protests from the opposition BJP. The Governor's decision to reserve the Bill highlights the ongoing debate over the constitutionality of religious-based reservations in India.

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.

Vances at Akshardham

Vances at Akshardham

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

US Vice President JD Vance and his family began their four-day trip to India with a visit to the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in Delhi. The Vances, along with their three children dressed in Indian attire, spent an hour at the temple, admiring its intricate architecture and receiving a traditional welcome. The visit comes amid ongoing trade negotiations between the US and India.

Trophy row: BCCI fumes at Naqvi over Asia Cup snub

Trophy row: BCCI fumes at Naqvi over Asia Cup snub

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

BCCI demanded trophy be handed over to India, but ACC Chairman Mohsin Naqvi "still hasn't agreed", an ACC source.

What Dhankar Said In The Rajya Sabha On Monday

What Dhankar Said In The Rajya Sabha On Monday

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'Dialogue and discussion, not conflict, are the way forward.' 'Internal fighting strengthens our enemies and provides material to divide us.'

Modi seeks unanimous election of Radhakrishnan as VP

Modi seeks unanimous election of Radhakrishnan as VP

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

The National Democratic Alliance's vice presidential candidate C P Radhakrishnan was felicitated at a meeting of the ruling bloc's MPs in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other Union ministers. He is expected to file his nomination soon.

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

India is not the lone bidder for the 2030 Commonwealth Games and will face competition from Nigeria to get the hosting rights of the multi-sporting event as the African nation has also submitted its formal bid before the August 31 deadline.

Days after SC verdict TN governor calls meeting of VCs

Days after SC verdict TN governor calls meeting of VCs

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Amidst ongoing tensions with the ruling DMK government, Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has invited Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar to inaugurate a meeting of state university Vice Chancellors in the Nilgiris district, sparking criticism from political parties, particularly the Left, who have urged a boycott. The meeting comes in the wake of the Supreme Court ruling in favor of the Tamil Nadu government regarding the appointment of Vice Chancellors, which has stripped the Governor of his previous authority as Chancellor. The Governor, however, maintains his right to convene the meeting, highlighting the ongoing power struggle between the Governor and the state government. The meeting is scheduled for April 25 and 26.

Lokah, Param Sundari, War Arrive On OTT

Lokah, Param Sundari, War Arrive On OTT

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

October looks bright with a lot of festive season releases on OTT.

Charlie Kirk's wife breaks her silence on his brutal death

Charlie Kirk's wife breaks her silence on his brutal death

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

"If you thought that my husband's mission was powerful before, you have no idea. You have no idea what you just have unleashed across this entire country," she said.

Chinese FM meets Pak Army chief after India visit

Chinese FM meets Pak Army chief after India visit

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday met Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir and discussed regional security, counter-terrorism and matters of mutual interest.

US veep JD Vance, wife Usha to visit India this month

US veep JD Vance, wife Usha to visit India this month

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

US Vice President J D Vance is scheduled to travel to India later this month, alongside his wife, Second Lady Usha Vance. This will be Vance's second foreign trip as vice president and Usha Vance's first visit to her ancestral country. The couple met while attending Yale Law School and Usha Vance has a background in law, having clerked for Chief Justice John G Roberts and Judge Brett Kavanaugh.

'Kohli, Rohit will pull the plug themselves if...': Shastri

'Kohli, Rohit will pull the plug themselves if...': Shastri

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Former coach Ravi Shastri believes Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's form in Australia will play a decisive role in shaping their ODI future.

Parliament to debate Pahalgam, Op Sindoor; no word on PM's reply

Parliament to debate Pahalgam, Op Sindoor; no word on PM's reply

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Parliament is expected to discuss the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor next week, with both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha planning debates.

'Napcations' Catch On In India

'Napcations' Catch On In India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Instead of ticking off bucket-list activities, 'Nap'cations revolve around curated rest. Think blackout curtains, memory foam beds, herbal teas, rejuvenating spa sessions, and even anytime breakfasts.

Will TCS And Wipro Go For Buyback After Infy?

Will TCS And Wipro Go For Buyback After Infy?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

The buyback comes at a time when Infosys shares have declined 19 per cent so far this year.

IPO Wave Hits 3 Decade Peak With 200 Filings

IPO Wave Hits 3 Decade Peak With 200 Filings

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

This marks the strongest DRHP filing tally since 1996, when 428 firms sought to enter India's equity markets.

Tough call! New rule puts AIFF EC members in quandary

Tough call! New rule puts AIFF EC members in quandary

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Majority of AIFF EC members to choose between national body posts and state unit office

Drums vs dread: Patna splits on verdict day

Drums vs dread: Patna splits on verdict day

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

As the Bihar assembly results swept in, Patna's Veerchand Patel Marg, the city's political artery, split into two starkly different worlds, with celebrations at the BJP and JD(U) offices and disappointment at the RJD headquarters.

Assam varsity shut after protest against VC over corruption charges

Assam varsity shut after protest against VC over corruption charges

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Students at Tezpur University in Assam have shut down the institution, protesting against Vice Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh over allegations of corruption and financial irregularities. The shutdown has led to the cancellation of end-term examinations and has garnered support from teachers and non-teaching staff.

Cong rubs it in, seeks farewell for Dhankhar; govt silent

Cong rubs it in, seeks farewell for Dhankhar; govt silent

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The demand was raised by Congress leader Jairam Ramesh at the meeting of the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) on Wednesday evening.

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