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Mumbai get Rohit boost for Vijay Hazare Trophy

Mumbai get Rohit boost for Vijay Hazare Trophy

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

"Jaiswal, Dube and even Rahane will not be a part of the Mumbai squad for at least first two matches as the selection panel is going ahead with a young squad," Mumbai chief selector Sanjay Patil had earlier told PTI.

I-Day Weekend Inspires Holiday Rush

I-Day Weekend Inspires Holiday Rush

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'The upcoming long weekend has ignited strong travel intent, with robust bookings across leisure, spiritual and wellness destinations.'

Seen So Many Ladies On Bikes?

Seen So Many Ladies On Bikes?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Thousands of youth and others, dressed in traditional attire, participated in a procession, performing traditional arts o celebrate Gudi Padwa on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

How Well Do You Know Lord Ganesha?

How Well Do You Know Lord Ganesha?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

A special quiz to mark the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.

IPL 2024: Sriram joins Lucknow Super Giants as assistant coach

IPL 2024: Sriram joins Lucknow Super Giants as assistant coach

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Former India spinner Sridharan Sriram has joined Lucknow Super Giants as assistant coach for IPL 2024 next year.

If Congress Wins 90 Seats, Politics Can Be Rocked

If Congress Wins 90 Seats, Politics Can Be Rocked

Rediff.com28 May 2024

If the Congress reached 90, it would have a pretty good chance of holding the BJP below the 272 mark. A hundred seats will rock national politics, argues Shekhar Gupta.

Tax devolution not about richer vs poorer states

Tax devolution not about richer vs poorer states

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Tax devolution shares, which threaten to create a north-south divide among states, may have more to do with per capita income, and not so much with population.

Ram temple replicas a hit in India, abroad even before consecration

Ram temple replicas a hit in India, abroad even before consecration

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

In addition to these temple models, metallic rings, lockets and other cloth items bearing Lord Ram's name are flying off the shelves in Ayodhya, according to shopkeepers.

Modi called me a friend and then...: Gehlot

Modi called me a friend and then...: Gehlot

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Gehlot accused Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of creating a new model in the country's politics of toppling elected governments through "horse trading", such as in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa and Manipur.

Modi flags off 5 Vande Bharat trains in poll-bound MP

Modi flags off 5 Vande Bharat trains in poll-bound MP

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union ministers Narendra Singh Tomar and Jyotiraditya Scindia, among others, were present on the occasion.

Tauktae to Fani: A look at India's deadliest cyclones

Tauktae to Fani: A look at India's deadliest cyclones

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Several major cyclones have hit various parts of India over the last 10 years. Here is a look at the notable among them.

Travelling Across India On Your Stomach In Summer

Travelling Across India On Your Stomach In Summer

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The best summer foods of India

PM 'pressuring' Himachal BJP rebel, says Cong citing viral video

PM 'pressuring' Himachal BJP rebel, says Cong citing viral video

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

Congress spokesperson Abhishek Manu Singhvi cited a viral video on social media platforms, claiming that in it Modi's voice is heard in a call with BJP rebel Kripal Parmar.

What NIA says on 'largest ever' crackdown on PFI

What NIA says on 'largest ever' crackdown on PFI

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The raids, as per official sources, began at 3:30 am and involved as many as 300 NIA officials from across its various offices.

Low pressure over Arabian Sea could see Maharashtra drenched for two days

Low pressure over Arabian Sea could see Maharashtra drenched for two days

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Low pressure over south-central Maharashtra and south Konkan is likely to move over the Arabian Sea and intensify into a depression in the next 48 hours, the India meteorological department said on Thursday. Under the influence of this cyclonic circulation, heavy rains are expected over the ghat areas of Maharashtra, Konkan and south Gujarat during the next two days, the IMD said.

AC local train fare in Mumbai to be slashed by 50%: Minister

AC local train fare in Mumbai to be slashed by 50%: Minister

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

A notification issued by the railway board in the evening said new fares would come into effect from May 5.

106 PFI members from 15 states held in mega NIA crackdown

106 PFI members from 15 states held in mega NIA crackdown

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The raids, taking place mainly in South India, was termed by the NIA as the 'largest ever' investigation process 'till date'.

Rainfall 7% below normal in July: IMD

Rainfall 7% below normal in July: IMD

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

The rainfall in July was minus seven per cent which comes to around 93 per cent of the Long Period Average, IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said.

Gold jewellers see best Dhanteras in three years

Gold jewellers see best Dhanteras in three years

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Dhanteras has cheered up jewellers as it has turned out to be the best in three years, thanks to the lower price of the yellow metal and pent-up demand. In Mumbai's Zaveri bazaar, buyers came in out force and jewellers did not have to depend on freebies to induce sales, even though all of them had announced some offers. In fact, more discounts were announced for diamond and studded jewellery.

4 labour codes likely to be implemented by FY23

4 labour codes likely to be implemented by FY23

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

The four labour codes on wages, social security, industrial relations and occupation safety, health and working conditions are likely to be implemented by the next fiscal year as at least 13 states have pre-published draft rules on these laws, a senior official said. The Centre has already finalised the rules under these codes and now states are required to frame regulations on their part as labour is a concurrent subject. A senior official said that the four labour codes are likely to be implemented by the next fiscal year.

5 ways to protect yourself from deadly coronavirus

5 ways to protect yourself from deadly coronavirus

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

The virus that has so far killed 170 people and affected at least over 7,000 others in China is a novel strain not seen before. WHO's standard recommendations for the general public to reduce exposure to and transmission of a range of illnesses are listed here.

Uttam's Take: To hell with Labour Laws!

Uttam's Take: To hell with Labour Laws!

Rediff.com15 May 2020

Uttam Ghosh offers his take on BJP-ruled states to freeze labour laws.

BJP announces new team of state in-charges

BJP announces new team of state in-charges

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

Radha Mohan Singh appointed in-charge of politically crucial UP. Kailash Vijayvargiya will continue to be the in-charge of West Bengal and he will be assisted by BJP national secretary Arvind Menon and party national IT cell head Amit Malviya.

Mushtaq Ali: Bengal stun Karnataka; Mumbai ousted

Mushtaq Ali: Bengal stun Karnataka; Mumbai ousted

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

A round-up of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 matches on Tuesday.

Homeopathy, Unani prevent coronavirus, claims govt

Homeopathy, Unani prevent coronavirus, claims govt

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

It also mentioned some Ayurvedic practices which can help recess the symptoms of respiratory tract in possible coronavirus infected cases.

Rains hit Konkan Railway services, 6000 passengers stranded in Maharashtra

Rains hit Konkan Railway services, 6000 passengers stranded in Maharashtra

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Nearly 6,000 passengers were stranded as train services on the Konkan Railway route in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district were suspended on Thursday after a river overflowed following heavy rains, while incessant downpour badly hit road and rail traffic in several parts of the state, including around Mumbai, as authorities called in NDRF to help the administration in rescue efforts.

100 million plus Indians watched World Cup!

100 million plus Indians watched World Cup!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2018

Females contributed to 47 per cent of the tournament reach.

Regional brands struggle to go national

Regional brands struggle to go national

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

Many brands find the transition tough to handle and the reasons are many.

Konkan Railway completes 20 years!

Konkan Railway completes 20 years!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

One of India's biggest engineering marvels, the Konkan Railway completes 20 years today.

Now, a mobile that offers 24x7 'badalta' discount plan

Now, a mobile that offers 24x7 'badalta' discount plan

Rediff.com1 Jun 2010

Uninor announced on Tuesday the launch of its global GSM service in Kolkata. Along with Kolkata and West Bengal, the service was simultaneously launched in Maharashtra and Goa, Mumbai and Gujarat circles.

Terror alert: Coast Guard beefs up vigil

Terror alert: Coast Guard beefs up vigil

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

Intelligence inputs of a possible terror strike in states like Maharashtra, Goa and Gujarat has prompted the Coast Guard to station at least three ships in the Arabian Sea despite inclement weather.

The Monsoon's Progress

The Monsoon's Progress

Rediff.com9 Sep 2005

India Monsoon Watch

Goa row: Petitions in SC

Goa row: Petitions in SC

Rediff.com1 Aug 2007

The petitions have sought a stay on the Speaker's order and a direction for holding a fresh floor test. The petitions have been filed by the members of BJP and MGGP.

'You believe in your army'

'You believe in your army'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

'And be confident that we will do a successful operation... Don't ask for a deadline. It is very difficult to say in such cases,' says Major General R K Hooda.

Railways to expand telemedicine network

Railways to expand telemedicine network

Rediff.com16 Nov 2007

Telemedicine is the use of electronic communication and information technologies to provide health care when distance separates medical specialists from the patient. It also includes educational use of these technologies such as distance learning of health subjects. Though rail connectivity has been established in far-flung and remote areas, proper medical facilities have not reached these areas yet.

Why regional leaders will decide Delhi's rulers

Why regional leaders will decide Delhi's rulers

Rediff.com9 Mar 2009

It is a bit of a sad commentary on our democracy but the general election is going to be only the first step in forming a government. The second step will come only when the party leaders -- specifically from regional forces -- judge their positions after the polls.

BPL Mobile readies $2.5 bn war chest

BPL Mobile readies $2.5 bn war chest

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

The company is exploring fund raising options to start services in 22 circles in the next two years.

BSNL's new landline plan from Aug 1

BSNL's new landline plan from Aug 1

Rediff.com30 Jul 2007

The scheme, 'Maharashtra-Goa Unlimited', is being launched from August 1, Chief General Manager, BSNL Maharashtra Circle, Chandraprakash told reporters in Nagpur on Monday.

Why Karnataka holds the key

Why Karnataka holds the key

Rediff.com7 Apr 2008

A poor performance in Karnataka will send the alarm bells ringing in every current or potential ally of the Congress, and, yes, that could have an effect in the Lok Sabha elections.