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Jewellers continue their strike for 22nd day

Jewellers continue their strike for 22nd day

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

'The government can increase import duty on gold by 1 per cent, instead of imposing excise duty.'

Head turners not on the fashion week runway

Head turners not on the fashion week runway

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Fashion week is not just about what is on the ramp. Take a look at these beautiful people we spotted off the ramp.

Fabindia set to spawn community cos

Fabindia set to spawn community cos

Rediff.com25 May 2007

ICICI Bank will release Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) over 5 years through Fabindia's subsidiary, Artisans Micro Finance.

Bangladeshi-Canadian named as Dhaka cafe attack mastermind

Bangladeshi-Canadian named as Dhaka cafe attack mastermind

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

A Bangladeshi-Canadian was on Saturday identified as the mastermind of Bangladesh's worst terror attack at a cafe in Dhaka.

Pix: Want to look glamorous and sexy?

Pix: Want to look glamorous and sexy?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

That exquisite six yards called the sari is all you need. Gaurang's collection is proof.

Stylish Hand Crafted Shoes from Agra

Stylish Hand Crafted Shoes from Agra

Rediff.com24 May 2018

Stylish Hand Crafted Shoes from Agra

Over Rs 950-crore tax evasion by Swiggy, Flipkart unit,: I-T department

Over Rs 950-crore tax evasion by Swiggy, Flipkart unit,: I-T department

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Tax concealment in case of Walmart-owned Flipkart's unit is about Rs 650 crore while the remaining estimation is related to Swiggy.

'Cheese is a slow food. You need patience. It's not that it's going to happen overnight'

'Cheese is a slow food. You need patience. It's not that it's going to happen overnight'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

When the Indian brunost bravely ventured into the international cheese arena in Spain, along with 4,000 others from 45 countries, before 230 judges, its sterling desi pedigree spoke for itself, winning a silver in the brown cheese category and giving India a berth on the global cheese map.

Jewellers back on strike, shops shut for 3 days on excise duty

Jewellers back on strike, shops shut for 3 days on excise duty

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

The panel will look into issues related to compliance procedure.

'Make Trade Fair' ready to run

'Make Trade Fair' ready to run

Rediff.com10 Jan 2006

'Make Trade Fair', an international movement to prevent exploitation of artisans and farmers in underdeveloped countries, announced their participation in the Mumbai Marathon.

The women who took over Modi's social media accounts

The women who took over Modi's social media accounts

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

From conserving water to fighting for the rights of the disabled, the seven women who were given access to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's social media accounts have made significant contribution in various fields.

Govt sends notice to Amazon, Flipkart for not showing country of origin

Govt sends notice to Amazon, Flipkart for not showing country of origin

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Not displaying the mandatory information, including country of origin, on products sold on their platforms in India, draws government's attention.

India must take steps to protect IPRs, says PM

India must take steps to protect IPRs, says PM

Rediff.com6 Jan 2006

Asserting that India was on the 'threshold of a new era' in the textiles sector, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday cautioned that the country must take steps to protect the intellectual property of its weavers, artisans and designers.

Farewell Tito's! The End of an Era

Farewell Tito's! The End of an Era

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Vikram Achanta on the passing of Goa's iconic lanadmark, a 'mecca of entertainment, not just in Goa, but in India, and one of the coolest destinations for locals and tourists alike'.

Bangladesh police dismisses IS's claim for Dhaka cafe attack

Bangladesh police dismisses IS's claim for Dhaka cafe attack

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

"The five terrorists killed at Gulshan (cafe) were JMB members. The police had their details and been looking for them for a while," Inspector General of Police AKM Shahidul Haque told media persons.

Why were these workers forced to go home?

Why were these workers forced to go home?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

Migrant workers are leaving Gujarat, PM Modi's home state, as they have no work.

Ganpati Bappa Morya! The Lord is back

Ganpati Bappa Morya! The Lord is back

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

We bring you a sneak-peak of the action unveiling on the streets of Mumbai

PHOTOS: World Cup fever scorches Indian shores

PHOTOS: World Cup fever scorches Indian shores

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

The 2014 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner and while the participating nations are waiting with bated breath for kick-off, India cannot be kept away from all the football frenzy. Rediff.com let's you catch a few glimpses of the football mania that has cast a spell on Indian footy fans.

Workers sue BAPS in US over alleged forced labour, wage law violations

Workers sue BAPS in US over alleged forced labour, wage law violations

Rediff.com12 May 2021

A group of Indian workers in the US have filed a lawsuit in a district court against the Swaminarayan sect BAPS, accusing it of human trafficking and wage law violations during the construction of a massive temple in New Jersey.

Padma Lakshmi's red gown has a secret message

Padma Lakshmi's red gown has a secret message

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

The model recycled an insanely sexy red dress and won the Internet.

'Handloom is no longer a dying art'

'Handloom is no longer a dying art'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Paridhi Jaipuria, 23, was about to shut shop, when she was selected among one of the six Lakme GenNext designers. That was also the day her father passed away.

Farmers protest: If the government caves in...

Farmers protest: If the government caves in...

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

>The farmers will go home but the country will not get the agricultural reform it badly needs -- if nothing else, then to prevent a bigger water crisis than already exists, argues T N Ninan.

Justice served, says 'human shield' after army indicts Major Gogoi

Justice served, says 'human shield' after army indicts Major Gogoi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

'The army major was arrogant with power and considered himself as my creator'

Why Bollywood Loves Prerna Rajpal

Why Bollywood Loves Prerna Rajpal

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

Madhuri Dixit Nene, Shilpa Shetty, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Kiara Advani are some of the celebs who have worn designs by Prerna Rajpal.

Zakir Naik banned from making speeches in Malaysia

Zakir Naik banned from making speeches in Malaysia

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

Authorities have been questioning Naik from last two days over his intent to provoke a peace breach by allegedly making remarks against Hindus and Chinese residing in the Muslim-majority nation.

Bhutia walks the ramp but calls Beckham most fashionable

Bhutia walks the ramp but calls Beckham most fashionable

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

Bhaichung said he is proud to represent Sikkim at the 13th edition of Sustainable Fashion Day.

Photos! Tabu's tribute to Rajasthan

Photos! Tabu's tribute to Rajasthan

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

She looked resplendent as a Rajasthani royal bride.

PIX: Aditi Rao Hydari, Radhika Apte walk for Manish Malhotra

PIX: Aditi Rao Hydari, Radhika Apte walk for Manish Malhotra

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

The actors were the showstoppers for designer latest collection.

Dhaka attackers followed Indian Islamic preacher

Dhaka attackers followed Indian Islamic preacher

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Two of the five Bangladeshi attackers, who hacked to death 20 people at a restaurant in Dhaka's diplomatic zone used to follow three controversial Islamists, including Indian Islamic preacher Zakir Nayek.

E-com giants may see 25% jump in sales

E-com giants may see 25% jump in sales

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Instead of making the sellers bleed, experts say, e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart have roped in banks to offer discounts to buyers.

India got its Trump in the form of Modi two-and-a-half years ago: Rahul

India got its Trump in the form of Modi two-and-a-half years ago: Rahul

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

Addressing an election rally at Government Polytechnic Ground at Khurja town in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr, he also raked up the demonetisation issue, saying all sections of people of the society suffered losses due to the Centre's move.

Varna and Jati Are Not Same

Varna and Jati Are Not Same

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

The relative ranking of castes can vary across regions and localities and depends on a number of factors including control over land, wealth, and political power. Castes have often tried to 'upgrade' themselves (a process sociologists refer to as Sanskritization), and sometimes get 'downgraded'. A revealing excerpt from Upinder Singh's Ancient India: Culture Of Contradictions.

States should generate their own resources: Jaitley

States should generate their own resources: Jaitley

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

Ahead of next Union Budget, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has hinted at a cut in grants from the Centre to states.

Shortage of gold hits diamond and jewellery units

Shortage of gold hits diamond and jewellery units

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

Govt restrictions on import biting deep; trade petitions for relief with units, workers idling.

No place for bigotry, fanaticism in India: Sonia Gandhi

No place for bigotry, fanaticism in India: Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

In her message on the occasion of the 73rd Independence Day, she appealed to all to reinvigorate the principles of compassion, coexistence and inclusive development as the indelible features of polity, society and economy.

An ode to marmalade

An ode to marmalade

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

'Waging battle over a jar of marmalade seemed petty beyond belief so I simply lost my craving for the preserve,' Kishore Singh writes

Country bids adieu to its largest Ganesha

Country bids adieu to its largest Ganesha

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

As the Ganeshotsav festivities come to a close on Monday, the city of Hyderabad is also preparing to bid adieu to the country's tallest Lord Ganesha idol.

Modi taking undue credit for common man's toil: Rahul

Modi taking undue credit for common man's toil: Rahul

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

In an apparent attempt to invoke the Gujarati pride in the poll bound state, Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi took potshots at Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, saying the Bharatiya Janata Party stalwart is pursuing his personal agenda at the expense of the common people.

She is taking the Sari to Gen X

She is taking the Sari to Gen X

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

'The sari is a symbol of Indianism.' 'Once I was wearing a sari and walking in the middle of a market in Amsterdam and there was a musician playing a instrument.' 'When he saw me, he started playing an Indian song.' 'A sari has such strong cultural narrative.'

Yogurt brand Epigamia gets a Deepika investment boost

Yogurt brand Epigamia gets a Deepika investment boost

Rediff.com14 May 2019

As part of the deal, Padukone will own equity in Drum Foods.