1.5 cr take holy dip daring intense cold as Maha Kumbh begins

The fog was thick, the cold intense and the waters freezing as the Maha Kumbh, the world's largest gathering, began on Monday with 1.5 crore people taking a dip in the Sangam in their quest for......

India, US sign key defence agreement

The two countries also signed a 'Memorandum of Agreement regarding the Assignment of Liaison Officers', which will facilitate the posting of one military officer from each country with the military......

Despite short-term blip, Sun Pharma remains favourite among investors

Around six weeks ago, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, India’s largest drugmaker, suffered a setback, which led to a selloff in the share. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters The US......

Market outlook 2025: Brokerages on opportunities, risks, investible themes

Emerging market equities are likely to post small gains in 2025 amid global policy uncertainties and a stronger dollar. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com From the outcome of the general......

India's mcap-to-GDP ratio third-highest despite correction

The ratio of market capitalisation to gross domestic product (GDP) in India remains elevated despite the recent correction in the equities markets. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com It was......

Global fund managers' India euphoria fizzling out

The recent global fund flow data suggests that one big cycle of foreign fund allocation into India may have come to an end and the trend could remain soft for a longer time, according to a report......

Sindhu's masterclass and Kiran's resilience keep India's hopes alive; Satwik-Chirag too advance

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu progressed to the quarterfinals, while Kiran George delivered a gritty performance to keep the home flag flying in men's singles at the India Open Super 750......

Uganda's Kiplimo smashes world record

IMAGE: Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo set a new half marathon world record, with a timing of 56:42 at the Barcelona Half Marathon. Photograph: Kind courtesy Daniel Meumann for Sportmedia.es via World......

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

'My journey back to competitive cricket was incredibly challenging.' IMAGE: Rishabh Pant was fortunate not to lose a leg and suffered multiple critical injuries in December 2020 before beginning a......

Aus Open PIX: Zverev cruises; Nishikori, Ruud survive scare

IMAGE: Alexander Zverev in action during his first round match against France's Lucas Pouille at the Australian Open on Sunday. Photographs: Edgar Su/Reuters Second seed Alexander Zverev barely......

Sable disappoints in Diamond League 3000m steeplechase

IMAGE: India’s Avinash Sable clocked 8 minutes, 17.09 seconds in the 10-man field, at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, on Friday. Photograph: X India's Avinash Sable finished ninth in......