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35 cr pilgrims may attend Maha Kumbh Mela: UP govt

35 cr pilgrims may attend Maha Kumbh Mela: UP govt

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government is expecting over 35 crore pilgrims to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, a significant increase from the 24 crore who attended the 2019 Kumbh Mela. The event, which will take place over 45 days, will feature extensive security and sanitation measures, as well as a digital component. The state government has allocated Rs 7,000 crore for the event.

Kajol Seeks Blessings From Lalbaugcha Raja

Kajol Seeks Blessings From Lalbaugcha Raja

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Kajol and Revathy took a day off from work to visit Mumbai's famous Lalbaugcha Raja.

CBI asks Interpol to restore Red Notice against Mehul Choksi

CBI asks Interpol to restore Red Notice against Mehul Choksi

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Based on repeated appeals from Choksi, who is wanted in the Rs 13,000 crore bank fraud in Punjab National Bank and is holed in Antigua and Barbuda after fleeing from India in 2018, the CCF removed his name from the Red Notice list in November 2022, the CBI said in a statement.

BJP says Budget all-inclusive, Oppn terms it as anti-people, mere rhetoric

BJP says Budget all-inclusive, Oppn terms it as anti-people, mere rhetoric

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday hailed the Union Budget as an "all-inclusive" document while the Opposition dismissed it as "anti-people" and mere rhetoric lacking the vision for creating jobs and taming inflation.

Keeravaani's Gracious Act At Golden Globes

Keeravaani's Gracious Act At Golden Globes

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

The composer thanked other artists for the making of the song.

Golden Globes: RRR's Naatu Naatu Wins Best Original Song

Golden Globes: RRR's Naatu Naatu Wins Best Original Song

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

A quick look at the winners of the 80th Annual Golden Globe awards.

Revathy: I want to direct a Malayalam film

Revathy: I want to direct a Malayalam film

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

Revathy talks about Molly Aunty Rocks and her future plans

Ganeshotsav: Meet 6 avatars of Ganpati

Ganeshotsav: Meet 6 avatars of Ganpati

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

One of the biggest festivals in the country, Ganeshotsav attracts visitors from across the country to see the offerings of some of the most creative and famous Ganesh pandals.

Maradona hurt by Boca fans' rebuke

Maradona hurt by Boca fans' rebuke

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

Being labelled a traitor by fans of his favourite club Boca Juniors had been deeply upsetting, Argentina coach Diego Maradona said on Wednesday. The insults followed Boca playmaker Juan Roman Riquelme's decision last week to quit the Argentine national side, saying that he could not work with the coach. Riquelme was upset that Maradona made public comments about his playing style.

Spice offers dual-SIM handset at Rs 18,499

Spice offers dual-SIM handset at Rs 18,499

Rediff.com29 Jun 2009

BK Modi group firm Spice Mobiles on Monday launched a Windows-enabled dual-SIM handset 'Spice D-1111' priced at Rs 18,499.

Mani Ratnam's assistant debuts

Mani Ratnam's assistant debuts

Rediff.com22 Aug 2005

A first look at Priya's Kanda Naal Mudal.

'A love story about real people'

'A love story about real people'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2005

Priya, Mani Ratnam's assistant, is ready with her first feature film.

'Bird flu will not halt football World Cup'

'Bird flu will not halt football World Cup'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2006

The football World Cup will not be halted by fears of bird flu in Germany, FIFA vice-president Julio Grondona said.

Shane Warne to deliver FA Cup final ball

Shane Warne to deliver FA Cup final ball

Rediff.com12 May 2006

Warne will travel by helicopter from London to Cardiff before handing over the ball in the centre circle.

National ATM platform still a dream

National ATM platform still a dream

Rediff.com22 Sep 2005

Here's why Man City boss is criticising League Cup ball

Here's why Man City boss is criticising League Cup ball

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

Pep Guardiola has criticised the weight of the match ball used in the League Cup after his team failed to score in their fourth round match against Wolverhampton Wanderers and won 4-1 on penalties.

Revathi to direct the remake of Queen in Tamil, Telugu

Revathi to direct the remake of Queen in Tamil, Telugu

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

The latest updates from the Tamil film industry.

UTI Bank raises Rs 170 crore

UTI Bank raises Rs 170 crore

Rediff.com8 Oct 2003

UTI Bank has raised Rs 170 crore through issue of preferential equity to Life Insurance Corporation, CDC and three other investors at a price of Rs 42 per share in the last few months, P J Nayak, chairman, UTI Bank, said on Wednesday.

Case against Amitabh, Abhishek for insulting tricolour

Case against Amitabh, Abhishek for insulting tricolour

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

A judicial magistrate's court has registered a complaint case against Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan and his son Abhishek for allegedly insulting Indian national flag.

Jan Dhan: 5.52 cr a/cs opened, deposit of Rs 4,268 cr

Jan Dhan: 5.52 cr a/cs opened, deposit of Rs 4,268 cr

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

The finance ministry on Friday said 5.52 crore (55.2 million) bank accounts have been opened till October 7 and deposit of Rs 4,268 crore (Rs 42.68 billion) have been mobilised under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY).

Trisha to star in Queen remake?

Trisha to star in Queen remake?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

The latest updates from the Tamil film industry.

'You are an insult to Christianity'

'You are an insult to Christianity'

Rediff.com9 May 2018

'The Vatican should take them to court for blasphemy and using a crucifix as a sex ornament,' says designer Wendell Rodricks.

She has launched India's first transgender modelling agency

She has launched India's first transgender modelling agency

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Rudrani Chettri wants to help transgender models gain acceptance in mainstream fashion...will she succeed?

Here's how Ashok Leyland turned two loss-making subsidiaries around

Here's how Ashok Leyland turned two loss-making subsidiaries around

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

Nissan' exit from the light commercial vehicle joint venture has helped speed up consolidation and growth for the company

Surveys give majority to Congress in Rajasthan, edge in MP

Surveys give majority to Congress in Rajasthan, edge in MP

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

In Madhya Pradesh, the C-Voter poll projections gave the BJP 107 seats with a vote share of 41.5 per cent, against Congress' vote share of 42.3 per cent and a simple majority of 116 seats.

The real story behind Vajpayee's bus trip to Lahore

The real story behind Vajpayee's bus trip to Lahore

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

'Nawaz Sharif asked: "What if I invited him and he declined?"' 'I said I will check.' 'Vajpayee liked the idea. He said I should see him on my return.' Shekhar Gupta reveals how Sharif wanted to make peace, but was tripped by the army and notes the lessons it has for Imran Khan.