AI for Good Governance: How India is Leveraging Artificial Intelligence

Vice President Radhakrishnan urges the adoption of artificial intelligence for good governance, emphasising its role in empowering governments and fostering an inclusive and efficient ‘Viksit Bharat’ in India. IMAGE: Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Key Points Vice President Radhakrishnan advocates for embracing

Paytm Achieves Majority Indian Ownership: Impact on Investors and Future Growth

Paytm achieves a significant milestone, transitioning to majority Indian ownership as domestic investors increase their stake, signaling strong confidence in the company’s financial performance and future growth potential. Key Points Paytm has become a majority Indian-owned and controlled company, with

Indian Insurers Face Profit Squeeze in Q4FY26 Amid GST Changes & Equity Volatility

Indian insurance companies are set to experience a dip in profitability during the January-March quarter of FY26, primarily driven by the rationalisation of goods and services tax on retail life and health policies, which has resulted in a loss of

Cognizant Technoverse Hackathon 2026: Empowering Future Tech Leaders with AI Skills

Cognizant’s Technoverse Hackathon 2026 is set to empower over 20,000 engineering students across India with AI skills, fostering innovation and addressing real-world industry challenges. IMAGE: Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points Cognizant launches Technoverse Hackathon 2026, a national platform for engineering

NSE active client base shrinks 7% in FY26: What changed across brokers

India’s retail trading activity moderated in FY26, with the number of active clients on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) declining 7% year-on-year. Active client accounts fell from 4.92 crore in March 2025 to 4.57 crore in March 2026, a drop

Crude oil prices retreat on hopes of renewed US-Iran talks; Brent slips to $96.5/bbl

Crude oil prices, which have been reacting sharply to ongoing developments in West Asia, cooled off on Tuesday, 14 April, as expectations rose over a possible second round of talks between the US and Iran to end the month-long war.

Indian OMCs losing Rs 18/litre on petrol, Rs 35/litre on diesel; price hike seen

Indian state-owned oil marketing companies are facing significant losses on petrol and diesel sales, with a potential fuel price hike on the horizon following upcoming state elections, as global crude oil prices continue to impact their financial stability. Photograph: ANI

Gulf War: Indian Airlines Face Rs 2,500 Cr Losses

. Kindly note the image has been published only for representational purposes. Photograph: Kind courtesy Indigo/Facebook Key Points Flight cuts to GCC and CIS regions have significantly lowered utilisation, leaving aircraft grounded and affecting airline revenue streams. Closure of Pakistani

Rupee drops to 93.35/USD as West Asia tensions, oil surge hit Indian currency

The Indian rupee experienced a significant depreciation, settling at 93.35 against the US dollar, as escalating West Asia tensions following failed US-Iran peace talks and a surge in crude oil prices triggered a global flight to the greenback and foreign

Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Refurbishment: What It Means for Passengers

Air India marks a significant step in enhancing passenger experience with the arrival of its first refurbished Boeing 787-8, featuring upgraded interiors and a new premium economy cabin, as part of a major fleet investment. Key Points Air India’s first