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Ola Electric drives in 8 scooters under S1 Gen 3 portfolio

Ola Electric drives in 8 scooters under S1 Gen 3 portfolio

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Ola Electric on Friday said it has launched eight scooter models under the S1 brand, developed on its Gen 3 platform, priced between Rs 79,999 and Rs 1,69,999. The company said it will continue to sell retail its Gen 2 scooters along with the latest Gen 3 S1 scooters.

Ex-model accused in gangster's death shot in the head in Gurugram

Ex-model accused in gangster's death shot in the head in Gurugram

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

A former model who was one of the accused in a gangster's murder in an alleged fake police encounter in Mumbai was shot dead in a hotel in Gurugram months after she was granted bail, the police said on Wednesday.

Why is India's cotton dream turning sour?

Why is India's cotton dream turning sour?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

A few days back, Atul Ganatra, president of the Cotton Association of India, presented a grim scenario of the crop's prospects in the 2024-25 season that starts in October. Addressing the association's annual general meeting, Ganatra said the area under the crop could go down by at least 10 per cent in the coming season due to falling yields and realisation, leading to farmers losing interest. The fear of a decline in acreage comes against the backdrop of India's cotton production probably falling to its lowest in a decade, according to estimates.

Need a scholarship to complete your science degree?

Need a scholarship to complete your science degree?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

The deadline to apply for the L'Oral India's For Young Women in Science scholarship programme is October 16, 2022.

Pallavi Sharda plays tamasha dancer in Bambai Fairytale

Pallavi Sharda plays tamasha dancer in Bambai Fairytale

Rediff.com9 May 2014

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Bollywood, right here!

Resignation is the ONLY option for PM: BJP

Resignation is the ONLY option for PM: BJP

Rediff.com11 May 2013

Sharpening its attack in the wake of resignations of two Union ministers on charges of impropriety, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to do an honest introspection and step down as it is the "only option" for him.

Right-wing party alleges vote rigging, boycotts Pak polls

Right-wing party alleges vote rigging, boycotts Pak polls

Rediff.com11 May 2013

Pakistan's right-wing Jamaat-e-Islami party on Saturday decided to boycott the general elections for national and provincial assemblies, claiming massive rigging and mismanagement at several polling stations. Jamat-e-Islami decided to withdraw candidates from Karachi and Hyderabad. The party has called a peaceful strike on May 13 to protest poll rigging.

Bhutan PM to meet PM, Pranab tomorrow

Bhutan PM to meet PM, Pranab tomorrow

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

In a sign of deepening bilateral ties, Bhutan Prime Minister Jigmi Y Thinley will arrive in New Delhi on a three-day visit during which he will hold talks with the top leadership on hydro-electric projects among other issues.

PHOTOS: Nadal thwarts Djokovic, to face Ferrer in final

PHOTOS: Nadal thwarts Djokovic, to face Ferrer in final

Rediff.com8 Jun 2013

Images from Day 13 of the French Open at the Roland Garros on Friday.

Prez race: JD(U) advocates cautious approach

Prez race: JD(U) advocates cautious approach

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

National Democratic Alliance constitutent Janata Dal (United) on Friday advocated a cautious approach for the Opposition alliance on Presidential election downplaying former President APJ Abdul Kalam's visit to Patna, saying no politics should be read into it.

Bhupathi to partner Nestor next season

Bhupathi to partner Nestor next season

Rediff.com13 Nov 2012

Rohan Bopanna has confirmed his partnership with American Rajeev Ram for the next ATP season, the move comes in the wake of Mahesh Bhupathi-Bopanna combine deciding to part ways.

UP Lokayukta's extension shows Mulayam's influence on UPA

UP Lokayukta's extension shows Mulayam's influence on UPA

Rediff.com25 Mar 2012

Samajwadi Party president Mulayam Singh Yadav got Justice N K Mehrotra an extension of two years, nearly a week after he had completed his full-term as UP Lokayukta. Sharat Pradhan reports.

UP biggest failure, admits 'loyal Cong sepoy' Digvijay

UP biggest failure, admits 'loyal Cong sepoy' Digvijay

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

Congress general secretary Digvijay Singh on Tuesday owned "full responsibility" for the party's flop show in Uttar Pradesh assembly elections but skirted questions about resigning from the post over the issue.

Olympics: Londoners looking to make money out of homes

Olympics: Londoners looking to make money out of homes

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

An estimated one-in-three Londoners are considering packing their bags and moving in with family and friends or heading abroad when 11 million sports fans, media and corporate clients descend on the capital for the world's biggest sporting extravaganza.

Exert diplomatic pressure on Pak: BJP

Exert diplomatic pressure on Pak: BJP

Rediff.com13 Apr 2011

In the wake of the confession by Canadian Pakistani Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the Bhartiya Janata party asked the government to not hold any talks with Pakistan.

Bonanza! IPL to yield Rs 350-cr tax to govt

Bonanza! IPL to yield Rs 350-cr tax to govt

Rediff.com8 Apr 2011

The revenue will accrue to the government as the organisations will be required to deduct tax at source while making payments to players, umpires, coaches, commentators and others involved with the tournament.

Citizen's Charter be included in Lokpal Bill: Team Anna

Citizen's Charter be included in Lokpal Bill: Team Anna

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

Team Anna on Thursday demanded that the Citizen's Charter, specifying a time limit on government departments for providing services, should be included in the Lokpal Bill as it will help the common people to get their work done.

Won't be part of phone-tapping probe panel: Hegde

Won't be part of phone-tapping probe panel: Hegde

Rediff.com26 Jul 2011

Karnataka Lokayukta Santosh Hegde on Tuesday described as a "political game" Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa's appeal to the prime minister to constitute a committee to inquire into the alleged phone-tapping scandal.

Aseemanand gives confidential letter to the court

Aseemanand gives confidential letter to the court

Rediff.com16 Feb 2011

Swami Aseemanand, the main accused in the Ajmer Dargah blast case, has given a sealed letter to a court in Ajmer with a request to keep its contents confidential.

Purulia arms drop, an embarrassment to Indian intel

Purulia arms drop, an embarrassment to Indian intel

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

Though the Indian intelligence agencies were tipped off that the consignment of arms and ammunition would be dropped in Purulia, West Bengal they failed to avert the incident. Both the R

OCC gets $1 m to help new immigrants integrate

OCC gets $1 m to help new immigrants integrate

Rediff.com5 May 2010

The federal and Ontario governments have granted $1 million to the Ontario Chamber of Commerce for allocation to 15 regions -- including Brampton and Mississauga that have high South Asian population -- to help new immigrants adjust. The funds will be further divided between local organizations for the execution.

Terror accused Bilal's police custody extended

Terror accused Bilal's police custody extended

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

A local court in Nashik on Tuesday extended the police custody of alleged Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative Shaikh Lalbaba Mohammed Hussain alias Bilal, nabbed by Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad in Nashik last week.

BJP plans a labour union for unorganised sector

BJP plans a labour union for unorganised sector

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

With the possibility of targeting a huge vote bank among workers in the unorganised sector, the Bharatiya Janata Party is planning to launch a 'Bharatiya Janata Asanghatith Kamgarh Union' that would take up issues of people living on daily wages.

LeT, Maoists may target power plants: Centre

LeT, Maoists may target power plants: Centre

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

The government on Tuesday said terror outfit Lashkar-e-Tayiba and the Maoists had undertaken extensive reconnaissance of power plants in several states in a bid to attack Central Industrial Security Force armouries located there. Besides LeT, there are also reports of Communist Party of India - Maoist having undertaken extensive reconnaissance to target the CISF armouries located in some power plants," Minister of State for Home Affairs Mullappally Ramachandran said.

Has China sent army to PoK? India to verify

Has China sent army to PoK? India to verify

Rediff.com30 Aug 2010

India is making 'independent verification' of reports about the presence of Chinese troops in Gilgit-Baltistan region in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, saying it would be a matter of 'serious concern' if it turns out to be true. "We have seen media reports and are seeking an independent verification of these reports. If true, it would be a matter of serious concern and we would do all that is necessary to ensure the safety and security of the nation," said MEA spokesperson.

Visa fee hike: US senators seek 6-year extension

Visa fee hike: US senators seek 6-year extension

Rediff.com22 Dec 2010

Two United States senators have sought modifications in a 9/11 compensation-related bill, seeking to extend the increase in hike on H-1B and L1 visa fees for another six years and impose excise on some foreign companies to fund free treatment of 200,000 Americans living with health problems contracted while working at the Ground Zero.

Top seeds untroubled at Australian Open

Top seeds untroubled at Australian Open

Rediff.com23 Jan 2010

Normal service resumed at the Australian Open on Saturday as Roger Federer and Serena Williams booked their places in the second week of the championship.

Jkhand bandh: 2 killed, Maoists blast rail station

Jkhand bandh: 2 killed, Maoists blast rail station

Rediff.com29 Nov 2009

Two people were killed in an explosion triggered by the Maoists, who also blasted a railway station, uprooted tracks and blew up school buildings during their two-day Jharkhand bandh, which began on Sunday.

No special favour given to Mahindra Satyam: Min

No special favour given to Mahindra Satyam: Min

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

The Company Law Board earlier this year, extended the deadline for filing of restated accounts from December 2009 to June 30, 2010.

Serie A : Vucinic brace sinks Lazio

Serie A : Vucinic brace sinks Lazio

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

Mirko Vucinic was the toast of half the Eternal City on Sunday after his double sent AS Roma back to the top of Serie A with a 2-1 comeback win over rivals Lazio.

England need big changes to get to top: Warne

England need big changes to get to top: Warne

Rediff.com2 Jan 2011

Despite retaining the Ashes urn England needs to bring in huge changes to achieve their dream of becoming the best team in the world, feels Australian spin legend Shane Warne.

    IIT-Bombay: A story of <I>kal aj aur kal</I>

IIT-Bombay: A story of kal aj aur kal

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

The event took off with an introductory speech by Dr Ajit Ranade appreciating the achievements of IIT Bombay. Among the other speakers were Dr Anil Kakodkar, chairman of the board of governors, IIT-B, Infosys chief Nandan Nilekani and Prof. R K Shevgaonkar, deputy director of finance and external affairs and the co-chairman of the IITBAA.

India urges Lanka to evacuate trapped civilians

India urges Lanka to evacuate trapped civilians

Rediff.com24 Feb 2009

In the wake of reports that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam might allow civilians to leave the conflict zone, India on Tuesday asked the Sri Lankan government and others to work out 'appropriate and credible' procedures for their evacuation and expressed readiness to help in this direction. India is ready to provide all necessary help to facilitate the process of bringing innocent civilians to safety and to meet their humanitarian needs for relief materials.

Curfew relaxed in Srinagar

Curfew relaxed in Srinagar

Rediff.com13 Aug 2008

Authorities had clamped curfew in all the ten districts in the Valley for the first time in 13 years after the protests in the tense Kashmir region spread in escalating violence that left another 12 people dead in firing on Tuesday by security forces, taking the death toll to 18.

Free online tests for Class X

Free online tests for Class X

Rediff.com12 Feb 2008

Free online practice tests for the students of Central Board of Secondary Examination Class IX and X exams by tcyonline.

IBM posts 12% growth, robust outlook

IBM posts 12% growth, robust outlook

Rediff.com21 Jan 2009

Beating street expectations, global software major International Business Machines on Wednesday posted a 12 per cent growth in income from operations at $4.4 billion for the fourth quarter in 2008.

PM convenes envoys' conference

PM convenes envoys' conference

Rediff.com20 Dec 2008

Amid its efforts to build global pressure on Pakistan in the wake of Mumbai attacks, the government has convened a two-day conference of its Ambassadors and High Commissioners on Monday during which Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is expected to tell them to work in this regard.

RJD may snap ties with UPA on women's quota bill

RJD may snap ties with UPA on women's quota bill

Rediff.com7 May 2008

The Rashtriya Janata Dal, a key ally in the United Progressive Alliance, on Wednesday strongly opposed the Women's Reservation Bill in its present form. The party did not rule out withdrawing support from the Congress-led coalition at the Centre if its demand for quota within quota, for Dalit and minorities in the legislation, was not conceded. RJD's rigid stand might throw a spanner in the efforts of the UPA to ensure passage of the Bill in the Monsoon Session of Parliament.

Mehbooba Mufti meets PM

Mehbooba Mufti meets PM

Rediff.com1 Mar 2007

Mehbooba has also met with Congress president Sonia Gandhi.

UK pre-departure orientation in Mumbai

UK pre-departure orientation in Mumbai

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

The British Council in India provides a UK pre-departure orientation for students heading to the UK.