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Hyundai falls behind M&M, Tata Motors in Feb retail sales: FADA

Hyundai falls behind M&M, Tata Motors in Feb retail sales: FADA

Rediff.com2 days ago

Long standing number two passenger vehicle maker in India, Hyundai Motor India, has slipped to fourth position in the domestic market in terms of retail sales last month behind Maruti Suzuki India, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors, as per the latest data shared by dealer's body FADA. Hyundai Motor India clocked retail sales of 38,156 units last month, a dip of 20 per cent as compared with 47,540 units in February last year.

Champions Trophy: Here's what happened at the India nets

Champions Trophy: Here's what happened at the India nets

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Having recently made his international comeback against England in both T20Is and ODIs, the stretchable knee caps did not go unnoticed as Mohammed Shami first tried to get a feel of the conditions by bowling a few deliveries with a short run-up.

Shami is a criminal: Barelvi cleric

Shami is a criminal: Barelvi cleric

Rediff.com2 days ago

'It is the responsibility of all Muslims to follow the rules of Shariat. Fasting is obligatory in Islam. If a person does not keep a fast intentionally, he is considered a sinner according to Islamic law.'

CAT overturns transfer of Sameer Wankhede

CAT overturns transfer of Sameer Wankhede

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has overturned the transfer of Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer Sameer Wankhede from Mumbai to Chennai, ruling that the revenue department violated its own guidelines. Wankhede, known for his role in the Cordelia cruise drug bust case involving Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan's son, had claimed his transfer was punitive and a consequence of his actions at the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). The CAT found procedural lapses and potential bias in the transfer decision, stating that transfer policies must be implemented fairly and transparently.

Rana visited north, south India before 26/11, extradition key: Officials

Rana visited north, south India before 26/11, extradition key: Officials

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistan-born Canadian national and close associate of David Coleman Headley, could be extradited to India in connection with the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana's travel history in parts of north and south India before the attacks in 2008 is expected to provide crucial leads for the investigation. His extradition would mark the third person to be tried in India for the attacks, after Ajmal Kasab and Zabiuddin Ansari alias Abu Jundal.

'I'm blessed to have gotten the time to spend with him'

'I'm blessed to have gotten the time to spend with him'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Apart from his hard work and patience, Rahul credited his success to Abhishek Nayar, the former Indian cricketer and the Indian team's batting coach.

Pakistan's Saud Shakeel timed out after falling asleep!

Pakistan's Saud Shakeel timed out after falling asleep!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Saud was playing for State Bank in the final and he was waiting for his turn to bat when two wickets fell in two balls, pacer Muhammad Shahzad dismissing Umar Amin and Fawad Alam.

'It wasn't ideal': Miller slams CT semi-final scheduling

'It wasn't ideal': Miller slams CT semi-final scheduling

Rediff.com2 days ago

As Group B toppers, South Africa had to take the flight back to Pakistan to play their semi-final as the last-four clash involving India was to be staged in Dubai.

History In Minutes: Man Who Handwrote Our Constitution

History In Minutes: Man Who Handwrote Our Constitution

Rediff.com2 days ago

Prem Bihari Narain Raizada wrote 145,000 words in flowing italic styles. It took him 6 months and hundreds of nibs.

Babbar Khalsa terrorist wanted to attack Maha Kumbh

Babbar Khalsa terrorist wanted to attack Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com2 days ago

Among the seizures made are three active hand grenades, two active detonators, one foreign-made pistol and 13 cartridges of foreign make, the officer said.

'Tendulkar's straight drive took me back 15 years'

'Tendulkar's straight drive took me back 15 years'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'There were two standout shots: that straight drive for six and then the cover drive for six.'

Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija questioned by NCW

Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija questioned by NCW

Rediff.com2 days ago

Social media personalities Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Mukhija appeared before the National Commission for Women over derogatory remarks made on comic Samay Raina's show "India's Got Latent." Producers of the show, Saurabh Bothra and Tushar Poojari, as well as lawyers representing comic Jaspreet Singh and YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, also appeared before the commission. The NCW had summoned them after taking serious note of the vulgar and offensive remarks made on the show. Several FIRs were lodged against Allahbadia for comments on parents and sex, though the Supreme Court has granted him interim protection from arrest.

Ola Electric becomes first 2W EV manufacturer to bag PLI incentives

Ola Electric becomes first 2W EV manufacturer to bag PLI incentives

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ola Electric, India's largest electric vehicle company, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first two-wheeler automotive electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in India to receive incentives under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Automotive and Auto Component (PLI-Auto Scheme). The company has been granted a total incentive of Rs 73.74 crore for the Determined Sales Value of FY 2023-24 under the scheme, according to a stock exchange filing by the company.

'Waiting for return of stolen part of Kashmir': Jaishankar's sharp reply to Pak scribe

'Waiting for return of stolen part of Kashmir': Jaishankar's sharp reply to Pak scribe

Rediff.com2 days ago

'I think the part we are waiting for is the return of the stolen part of Kashmir which is under illegal Pakistani occupation'

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

A look at some of India's best victories over Pakistan in ICC tournaments.

Will need to adapt on unknown Dubai pitch: Ravindra

Will need to adapt on unknown Dubai pitch: Ravindra

Rediff.com2 days ago

New Zealand opener Rachin Ravindra believes adapting to the conditions will be key to success in the Champions Trophy final against India in Dubai.

Bangladesh's wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim retires from ODIs

Bangladesh's wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim retires from ODIs

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mushfiqur Rahim, who made his ODI debut almost 20 years ago, is Bangladesh's second highest run-getter in ODIs with 7795 runs in 274 matches at an average of 36.42, with nine centuries.

Govt Seeks Siam's Ideas to Rev Up EV Adoption

Govt Seeks Siam's Ideas to Rev Up EV Adoption

Rediff.com2 days ago

Top executives from Siam and major carmakers recently met with Heavy Industries Secretary Kamran Rizvi to discuss the matter. Officials from NITI Aayog were also present.

Do You Want To Intern Abroad?

Do You Want To Intern Abroad?

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Inlaks-Ravi Sankaran Internship for field biology, ecology and conservation is inviting applications from young applicants with bold and unconventional ideas for tackling conservation problems.

India's forex kitty jumps $7.65 bn to $638.26 bn

India's forex kitty jumps $7.65 bn to $638.26 bn

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

India's forex reserves jumped by $7.65 billion to $638.26 billion in the week ended February 7, the RBI said on Friday. This is the third consecutive week of a jump in the kitty, which had increased by $1.05 billion to $630.61 billion for the week ended January 31.

HC quashes ED summons to Sidda's wife, minister in MUDA case

HC quashes ED summons to Sidda's wife, minister in MUDA case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Karnataka High Court has quashed the Enforcement Directorate's summons to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife Parvathi B M and Urban Development Minister B S Suresh in connection with the MUDA site allotment case. The court ruled that the ED was conducting a parallel investigation despite the case already being probed by the Lokayukta police and a Special Investigation Team (SIT). The ED had alleged that Siddaramaiah and other accused were involved in attempted money laundering in the MUDA site allotment case and that the fourteen sites (plots) allotted to Parvathi in Mysuru upmarket were illegally allotted.

Will India Pick 3 Spinners Vs Bangladesh?

Will India Pick 3 Spinners Vs Bangladesh?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for their first Champions Trophy match against Bangladesh on Thursday?

Talent is not a problem. We need belief: Manu Bhaker

Talent is not a problem. We need belief: Manu Bhaker

Rediff.com1 days ago

'We women can do a lot of things.'

Student Suicides Doubled in 10 Years

Student Suicides Doubled in 10 Years

Rediff.com2 days ago

In just the two months of 2025, six cases of student suicides took place in Kota.

Dhoni set the template that Kohli carried forward: Vijay

Dhoni set the template that Kohli carried forward: Vijay

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Indian cricket is on an upward curve, definitely, other teams have to catch up with us and (the Champions Trophy) final is going to be crucial.'

Indian spinners vs Williamson: A battle to watch

Indian spinners vs Williamson: A battle to watch

Rediff.com1 days ago

New Zealand coach Gary Stead believes that Kane Williamson's ability to counter India's spin attack will be crucial in the Champions Trophy final.

India target direct entry to 2026 FIH World Cup

India target direct entry to 2026 FIH World Cup

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The 2026 men's hockey World Cup will be held from August 14 to 30 in Wavre, Belgium and Amstelveen, Netherlands.

Is AICF Playing Spoilsport?

Is AICF Playing Spoilsport?

Rediff.com1 days ago

'The Asian Chess Championship will give great exposure for young chess players. But the AICF is curtailing the number of Indian players with a strange rule.'

India rejects Trump's mediation in China border row

India rejects Trump's mediation in China border row

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

India has firmly rejected any involvement of a third party in its border dispute with China, declining an offer of mediation from US President Donald Trump. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized India's commitment to resolving bilateral issues through direct dialogue, stating that New Delhi has always maintained a bilateral approach in dealing with such matters. This stance underscores India's position that the border dispute with China should be addressed through direct negotiations between the two countries.

Women We Admire: Anandibai Gopal Joshi

Women We Admire: Anandibai Gopal Joshi

Rediff.com1 days ago

This Women's Day week, we salute India's first female doctor, Anandibai Gopal Joshi. Her achievement opened the gates of freedom and liberty for India's women.

WPL: Can UP Warriorz spoil RCB's playoff dreams?

WPL: Can UP Warriorz spoil RCB's playoff dreams?

Rediff.com1 days ago

UP Warriorz, facing elimination in the Women's Premier League, will aim to spoil Royal Challengers Bangalore's playoff hopes in a crucial encounter on Saturday.

US-designed nuke reactors to be built in India, tech transfer likely

US-designed nuke reactors to be built in India, tech transfer likely

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have vowed to move forward with plans to work together to build US-designed nuclear reactors in India. The decision was made during their meeting at the White House, where they also agreed to significantly expand energy cooperation. The move comes after India announced plans to amend its nuclear liability law and the Atomic Energy Act, which had previously been obstacles to the implementation of the US-India civil nuclear deal.

'Despite his hawkish stand, Trump displayed 'softer' side for India'

'Despite his hawkish stand, Trump displayed 'softer' side for India'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump in Washington were marked by the US president's generous praise of the Indian leader and his consideration of India's stance on several issues, officials said on Friday.

Ranveer Allahbadia moves SC amid 'India's Got Latent' controversy

Ranveer Allahbadia moves SC amid 'India's Got Latent' controversy

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Podcaster Allahbadia's remarks on parents and sex on comedian Samay Raina's YouTube show India's Got Latent triggered a controversy and several FIRs have been lodged against him and others in various parts of the country.

Two-front threat a reality, says Army chief

Two-front threat a reality, says Army chief

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The General said it was "too early" to take a call on the role of Bangladesh, where a change in government may bring about a change in the relationship between it and India.

India, Qatar to double trade in next 5 yrs; discuss Israel-Hamas issue

India, Qatar to double trade in next 5 yrs; discuss Israel-Hamas issue

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

India and Qatar on Tuesday agreed to elevate their relationship to a strategic partnership and double bilateral trade to USD 28 billion over the next five years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani signed agreements and MoUs to strengthen economic cooperation, including a revised double taxation avoidance agreement. The strategic partnership will cover the "entire spectrum" of the bilateral relationship, including trade, energy security, and regional and international cooperation. Both leaders also discussed ways to further strengthen and broaden the energy partnership, including "exploring mutual investments." The Amir's visit provided an "excellent opportunity" for the top leadership of the two countries to discuss and "cement a strategic partnership for enhanced future cooperation."

'There's Always Pressure In Big Matches'

'There's Always Pressure In Big Matches'

Rediff.com11 hours ago

'In such games, the team that handles pressure well and doesn't overthink the fact that they're playing a final ends up winning.'

Injuries disrupted England's training during India ODIs: McCullum

Injuries disrupted England's training during India ODIs: McCullum

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Injuries in the squad prevented England from training ahead of the last two One-Day Internationals against India, coach Brendon McCullum said.

Don't Blame Tax Rate For Market Volatility

Don't Blame Tax Rate For Market Volatility

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Tax rate and stock markets are entirely two different things.'

With Trump by his side, Modi says 'India not neutral' on Russia-Ukraine war

With Trump by his side, Modi says 'India not neutral' on Russia-Ukraine war

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The PM emphasised that he has himself met leaders of both Russia and Ukraine and also pointed to his 'this is not an era of war' remark that he made in the presence of Russian President Putin.