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Rediff.com Prepares for Potential IPO

Rediff.com Prepares for Potential IPO

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Rediff.com India Ltd, a subsidiary of AvenuesAI Ltd, has filed draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI through the confidential pre-filing route, marking an important step towards a potential public listing after its acquisition and strategic shift to an AI-led digital platform.

Carlsen stunned by 14-year-old Turkish chess prodigy

Carlsen stunned by 14-year-old Turkish chess prodigy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Turkey's 14-year-old Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus is set to surpass the 2,700 rating mark, a level unofficially known as 'super grandmaster', after defeating former world champion Veselin Topalov with four wins and two draws at an event in Monaco.

Social Media Influencer Arrested For Abusive Video At Gwalior Fort

Social Media Influencer Arrested For Abusive Video At Gwalior Fort

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A social media influencer was arrested for allegedly uploading a reel containing abusive language with a Russian woman at the historic Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh.

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jharkhand police have arrested 10 cyber criminals in Deoghar district for defrauding people through fake online platforms and fraudulent cashback offers.

Why Are Student Suicides On The Rise?

Why Are Student Suicides On The Rise?

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Class 11 student in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly committed suicide after failing his examination. In a separate incident, another teenager in Sultanpur village also took his own life, with the motive currently unknown.

India summons Iranian envoy after Hormuz firing incident

India summons Iranian envoy after Hormuz firing incident

Rediff.com59 minutes ago

India summoned the Iranian envoy after two Indian vessels had to reverse course in the Strait of Hormuz following an incident of firing by Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

Man Gets Life Sentence For Stabbing Neighbour To Death

Man Gets Life Sentence For Stabbing Neighbour To Death

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A man in Thane, Maharashtra, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his neighbour, while his parents were acquitted due to lack of evidence.

Naked Body Of Missing Woman Found Near Faridabad Canal

Naked Body Of Missing Woman Found Near Faridabad Canal

Rediff.com1 days ago

The naked body of a 45-year-old woman, who went missing on April 15, was found near a canal along the fields in Mahola village in Faridabad, police said on Friday.

2 held for Vishu poster showing Lord Krishna with non-veg food

2 held for Vishu poster showing Lord Krishna with non-veg food

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two individuals have been arrested in Kerala for sharing a WhatsApp poster depicting Lord Krishna with a non-vegetarian dish, sparking outrage and prompting police intervention.

Boy thrown into tandoor for eating rasgullas at UP wedding

Boy thrown into tandoor for eating rasgullas at UP wedding

Rediff.com1 days ago

An 11-year-old boy was allegedly thrown into a burning tandoor (clay oven) for eating rasgullas during a wedding ceremony in Basti district of Uttar Pradesh. The child sustained severe burns and is currently hospitalised.

Delhi Police Bust Online Investment Fraud Ring, Two Arrested

Delhi Police Bust Online Investment Fraud Ring, Two Arrested

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly defrauding a 25-year-old man of Rs 1.46 lakh through a fake online investment scheme. The accused lured the victim with promises of high returns for completing online tasks.

One Indian oil tanker crosses Hormuz, four others turn back

One Indian oil tanker crosses Hormuz, four others turn back

Rediff.com2 hours ago

One Indian oil tanker successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, while others turned back after Iran signalled the waterway's closure, amidst rising tensions and disruptions to global energy flows.

NIT Kurukshetra Student Attempts Suicide After Series Of Deaths

NIT Kurukshetra Student Attempts Suicide After Series Of Deaths

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A first-year BTech student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, allegedly attempted suicide, police said. This incident follows the death of another student by suicide on the same campus, marking the fourth such incident in recent months. The student is currently stable and under medical care.

Poachers Open Fire on Forest Officials in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve

Poachers Open Fire on Forest Officials in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com2 days ago

A group of suspected poachers allegedly opened fire at a forest department patrolling team in the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) before fleeing. The forest department recovered a motorcycle and a wild boar carcass from the scene.

Indore Police Bust Investment Fraud Ring Operating From Cambodia

Indore Police Bust Investment Fraud Ring Operating From Cambodia

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indore police have busted a gang involved in investment fraud, arresting five individuals and uncovering links to a WhatsApp account operated from Cambodia.

Aadhaar Racket Busted In Rajasthan, One Arrested

Aadhaar Racket Busted In Rajasthan, One Arrested

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man has been arrested in Rajasthan for his alleged involvement in an illegal Aadhaar enrolment racket, where fake Aadhaar cards were generated using manipulated biometric data.

Kota Police Nab Two in 'Mule Hunter' Cybercrime Crackdown

Kota Police Nab Two in 'Mule Hunter' Cybercrime Crackdown

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kota police, under the 'Mule Hunter' campaign, have arrested two individuals for allegedly committing online fraud, targeting victims as far away as Murshidabad, West Bengal. The arrests followed an analysis of suspected mule accounts and mobile numbers, revealing fraudulent transactions and prompting charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the IT Act.

Ranchi: Man and Sister-in-Law Die by Suicide Over Illicit Relationship

Ranchi: Man and Sister-in-Law Die by Suicide Over Illicit Relationship

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 32-year-old man and his 19-year-old sister-in-law were found dead in Ranchi, with police suspecting suicide due to an illicit relationship.

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah refuted claims that southern states will have reduced representation in the Lok Sabha after the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation of constituencies, assuring an increase in both the number of seats and percentage of power.

Loan App Accused of Extortion Following Student's Death in Kerala

Loan App Accused of Extortion Following Student's Death in Kerala

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Kerala have filed an extortion case against an online loan app following the death of a student who allegedly faced harassment and intimidation over loan recovery.

Fake WhatsApp Account Used to Impersonate Budgam Police Chief

Fake WhatsApp Account Used to Impersonate Budgam Police Chief

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Budgam, Jammu and Kashmir, have registered a case against a man for allegedly operating a fake WhatsApp account in the name of the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Budgam.

Inter-caste marriages: Telangana data reveals sharp social divide

Inter-caste marriages: Telangana data reveals sharp social divide

Rediff.com1 days ago

A caste survey conducted in Telangana reveals that certain communities, such as Iyengers/Iyers, report the highest rates of inter-caste marriages, indicating a weakening of social barriers and increased social mobility.

Names mix-up leads to 'wrong' surgery at BHU, woman dies

Names mix-up leads to 'wrong' surgery at BHU, woman dies

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 71-year-old woman died after allegedly undergoing the wrong surgical procedure at the trauma centre of Banaras Hindu University (BHU). An inquiry has been launched to investigate the claims.

Redmi A7 Pro 5G Launched In India

Redmi A7 Pro 5G Launched In India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi A7 Pro 5G in India. The handset begins at 11,499 and comes equipped with an impressive 6,300 mAh battery.

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah refuted claims that southern states will have reduced representation in the Lok Sabha after the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation of constituencies, assuring an increase in both the number of seats and percentage of power.

DRDO Scientist's Bail Rejected Over Sensitive Info Leak

DRDO Scientist's Bail Rejected Over Sensitive Info Leak

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Bombay High Court has denied bail to retired DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar, arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information with a Pakistani intelligence operative, citing the passing of vital information during intimate chats and the potential to influence witnesses.

Redmi 15A Packs Massive 6,300 mAh Battery!

Redmi 15A Packs Massive 6,300 mAh Battery!

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Redmi 15A carries an entry-level price tag of 12,999 in India for the 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage configuration.

Man Killed in Home Invasion in Nagpur

Man Killed in Home Invasion in Nagpur

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 60-year-old disabled man was allegedly strangled to death during a robbery at his home in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Police have arrested one suspect and are searching for two others.

Seven Pilgrims Killed by Speeding Truck in Gujarat

Seven Pilgrims Killed by Speeding Truck in Gujarat

Rediff.com5 days ago

Seven pilgrims were killed and others injured after being struck by a speeding truck in Gujarat's Surendranagar district. The incident occurred on the Lakhtar-Viramgam highway as the group walked to Bahucharaji as part of a religious procession.

Teenager Arrested in Jalna Over Suspicions of Friend's Affair with Mother

Teenager Arrested in Jalna Over Suspicions of Friend's Affair with Mother

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 17-year-old boy has been detained in Jalna, Maharashtra, for allegedly murdering his 25-year-old friend due to suspicions of an illicit relationship between the victim and the boy's mother.

Radhakrishnan: AI Empowers Governments for Better Service

Radhakrishnan: AI Empowers Governments for Better Service

Rediff.com3 days ago

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan has championed the use of artificial intelligence for good governance, highlighting its potential to improve government services and build an inclusive and efficient India.

India Forms AI Governance Body to Steer National Strategy

India Forms AI Governance Body to Steer National Strategy

Rediff.com2 days ago

India has established a high-level inter-ministerial body, the AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG), to steer the country's national AI governance strategy. The AIGEG will coordinate policy across ministries and oversee cross-sectoral governance issues, supported by a Technology and Policy Expert Committee (TPEC).

Trio Nabbed for Routing 1.5 Crore in Cyber Fraud Scheme

Trio Nabbed for Routing 1.5 Crore in Cyber Fraud Scheme

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three men for allegedly operating a mule account syndicate that routed over 1.5 crore of cyber fraud proceeds through layered transactions.

School Teacher Dies After Being Hit by Lorry in Palghar

School Teacher Dies After Being Hit by Lorry in Palghar

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 40-year-old school teacher was killed in a hit-and-run accident on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway in Palghar district, Maharashtra. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the driver.

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya's Wild Celebrations Anger Hardik?

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya's Wild Celebrations Anger Hardik?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Fans pointed out that this was probably the first time Krunal Pandya had celebrated his brother Hardik's wicket in the IPL.

IT Firm Harassment Case: Police Investigate Bank Accounts for Funding Links

IT Firm Harassment Case: Police Investigate Bank Accounts for Funding Links

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police are investigating the bank accounts of those arrested in connection with the sexual harassment and religious conversion case involving women employees of an IT firm in Nashik to determine if they received funds for illegal activities. A special investigation team (SIT) is handling the case.

Sub-Inspector's Wife Dies from Gunshot Wound in Munger; Investigation Underway

Sub-Inspector's Wife Dies from Gunshot Wound in Munger; Investigation Underway

Rediff.com6 days ago

The wife of a sub-inspector in Munger, Bihar, allegedly died by suicide using her husband's service revolver. Police are investigating the circumstances, including possible domestic disputes, while the deceased's mother alleges murder.

ED Attaches 159 Crore Assets in West Bengal Coal Pilferage Case

ED Attaches 159 Crore Assets in West Bengal Coal Pilferage Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has attached assets worth 159 crore in connection with a money laundering investigation related to illegal coal mining in West Bengal. The case involves alleged pilferage and implicates various entities, including the political consultancy firm I-PAC.

Three Arrested in Delhi for Rs 10 Lakh Online Investment Scam

Three Arrested in Delhi for Rs 10 Lakh Online Investment Scam

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for their alleged involvement in an online investment fraud of Rs 10 lakh. The accused lured a complainant with promises of high returns on stock market investments before ceasing communication after receiving the funds.

Nirav Modi's Extradition Case Shielded from Public View by European Court

Nirav Modi's Extradition Case Shielded from Public View by European Court

Rediff.com4 days ago

The European Court of Human Rights has granted fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi anonymity, shielding his extradition case from public scrutiny. This decision comes as Modi faces potential extradition to India from the UK, where he is accused of a large-scale fraud.