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PHOTOS: It's an ODD world out there!

PHOTOS: It's an ODD world out there!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

We bring you some usual photographs from across the globe

Thieves make off with jewels worth Rs 1,858 crore in Hollywood-style heist

Thieves make off with jewels worth Rs 1,858 crore in Hollywood-style heist

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

In one of Britain's biggest jewellery heist, robbers have made off with an estimated 200 million (Rs 1,858 crore) worth of jewels from the most exclusive jewellery district.

8 unlisted PSUs buy back Rs 2,600 crore govt shares

8 unlisted PSUs buy back Rs 2,600 crore govt shares

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

Though this is part of the divestment drive, government's stake in these companies remains 100 per cent even after the buybacks

Haren Pandya murder case: SC convicts 12 people

Haren Pandya murder case: SC convicts 12 people

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

The apex court, however, dismissed a PIL filed by NGO, Centre for Public Interest Litigation, seeking a court-monitored fresh probe in the Pandya murder case.

The history behind India's iconic circular Parliament

The history behind India's iconic circular Parliament

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The existing building is a British-era building, designed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker who were responsible for planning and construction of New Delhi.

Ryan murder: Juvenile accused sent to correction home till Nov 22

Ryan murder: Juvenile accused sent to correction home till Nov 22

Rediff.com11 Nov 2017

Meanwhile, the father of teenager today alleged that the CBI was torturing his son which was strongly refuted by the agency.

Pandya case: CBI to file SPL against Guj HC order

Pandya case: CBI to file SPL against Guj HC order

Rediff.com2 Sep 2011

The Central Bureau of Investigations will file a special leave petition against the Gujarat high court order in the murder case of former home minister of Gujarat Haren Pandya. Slamming the Central Bureau of Investigation for its "washed up" and "blinkered" probe in the 2003 murder, the Gujarat HC on August 29 dropped charges against all 12 accused.

Tea to be costlier after GST

Tea to be costlier after GST

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

A minimum levy of 12 per cent GST on tea will increase the cost, which will ultimately be passed on to consumers.

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

The results for the People's Choice Award for the Wildlife Photographer Of The Year are in.

Disputed inter-state borders add to northeast's woes

Disputed inter-state borders add to northeast's woes

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

High-pitched identity politics, which is the norm in the northeast, has continued to compound the boundary problem.

ED attaches chimpanzees, marmosets under PMLA in Bengal

ED attaches chimpanzees, marmosets under PMLA in Bengal

Rediff.com21 Sep 2019

The agency said the first-of-its-kind attachment under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act "enabled" the zoo authorities to retain the animals as the smuggler was making attempts to take them away.

Kamala Harris accuses China of 'coercion, intimidation' in SCS

Kamala Harris accuses China of 'coercion, intimidation' in SCS

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Harris, in a major foreign policy speech as part of her three-day visit to Singapore, said America's vision includes the freedom of navigation which is vital to all.

First Look: Where Aamir, Rani are shooting

First Look: Where Aamir, Rani are shooting

Rediff.com9 Mar 2011

The pair are shooting for Reema Kagti's new film in Dadar.

Watch Out For These Ranji Stars!

Watch Out For These Ranji Stars!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

It was batters who mostly lead their teams to victories and some into the knock-outs. While Mumbai trailblazer Sarfaraz Khan continues to find the big runs, Baba Indrajith's consistency wasn't enough for Tamil Nadu to make even the top two in Group H.

China will pay big price for spreading COVID-19 globally: Trump

China will pay big price for spreading COVID-19 globally: Trump

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The US is the worst-hit nation with 211,793 deaths and 7,549,429 infections.

Where is Prashant Kishor headed next?

Where is Prashant Kishor headed next?

Rediff.com18 May 2021

A second shot at UP?

India and China must shake hands: PM Li Keqiang

India and China must shake hands: PM Li Keqiang

Rediff.com15 May 2013

Ahead of his visit to New Delhi, China's new Premier Li Keqiang on Wednesday said India and China "must shake hands" to make Asia an "engine of the world economy". Addressing the 100-member Indian youth delegation at Zhongnanhai, the imperial gardens housing the headquarters of China's ruling Communist Party and central government, Li spoke warmly about his visit to India 27 years ago as the leader of a youth delegation.

'New Ek Do Teen number is like a sex act'

'New Ek Do Teen number is like a sex act'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

'Sarojji and I are definitely taking action.'

Civil engineer designed tunnel inside Sabarmati jail?

Civil engineer designed tunnel inside Sabarmati jail?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

Investigations into the discovery of an 18-foot long tunnel inside the Sabarmati central jail in Gujarat have shown that the escape route was allegedly designed by a suspect named Hafiz Hussain Mulla alias Adnan from Karnataka.

Day after odd-even, Delhi traffic goes completely out of gear

Day after odd-even, Delhi traffic goes completely out of gear

Rediff.com16 Jan 2016

Traffic was thrown out of gear in national capital New Delhi on Saturday and several major roads witnessed a chock-a-block situation, a day after the fortnight-long Odd-Even scheme restricting movement of private cars ended.

'Livelihoods also important': Govt defends 'Unlock' amid rising Covid

'Livelihoods also important': Govt defends 'Unlock' amid rising Covid

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

The government has adopted a graded approach under 'Unlock' and to open up various economic activities, secretary in the health ministry, Rajesh Bhushan, told a press conference.

Bird flu spreads to 10 states, PM advises strict vigil

Bird flu spreads to 10 states, PM advises strict vigil

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Delhi, Uttarakhand and Maharashtra on Monday confirmed bird flu cases, adding to the list of seven states -- Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh -- which had already reported avian deaths due to the disease.

New York City to be closed till June: Mayor

New York City to be closed till June: Mayor

Rediff.com12 May 2020

New York has been recording a decline in daily hospitalisations, ICU admissions and fatalities but the mayor said such progress must continue further before officials consider reopening the city.

Metro's phase III set to transform the way Delhi travels

Metro's phase III set to transform the way Delhi travels

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

Metro likely to keep lakhs of cars off city's roads

'Animosity won't lead Kashmir anywhere'

'Animosity won't lead Kashmir anywhere'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

While there was unrest in the rest of the Kashmir valley, the Dal Lake was serene and peaceful.

Best PHOTOS from the week gone by

Best PHOTOS from the week gone by

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

Here are 10 images recapping the top events from the previous week.

Modi is a rock star, cheers MSG

Modi is a rock star, cheers MSG

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

Hours before Narendra Modi takes the stage at Madison Square Garden, fans thronged in thousands to the venue to catch their seats at the arena.

'Whenever Mamata opens her mouth, only lies can be heard'

'Whenever Mamata opens her mouth, only lies can be heard'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

'Now that there is an election in the offing, she is repeating the same old promises. Does she think the people of Bengal are fools to fall for her lies?'

Man-elephant conflict claims two lives in Assam

Man-elephant conflict claims two lives in Assam

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

Two persons including a woman were killed and several houses damaged when a wild elephant went on a rampage at Junglebasti village in Amlakhi Tea Estate near Kaliabor in Nagaon district of Central Assam on Sunday night.

Mamata, Hasina likely to watch historic D/N Test at Eden

Mamata, Hasina likely to watch historic D/N Test at Eden

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

Hasina will be on a one-day visit and she will watch the match for some time after ringing the Bell

Cricket to MamataDi: Manoj Tiwary's Journey

Cricket to MamataDi: Manoj Tiwary's Journey

Rediff.com14 May 2021

'I had offers from the BJP, but my ideology is different from theirs.'

PM to perform asanas in Dehradun as country prepares for Yoga Day

PM to perform asanas in Dehradun as country prepares for Yoga Day

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

Ahead of the Yoga day, the prime minister posted a video on his Twitter handle giving a message that yoga is a 'passport' to health assurance.

America 'likes' Modi more than most of its politicians

America 'likes' Modi more than most of its politicians

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's fan following is not only restricted to India but he is also popular in the United States where he has more Facebook fans than most current members of Congress, governors and other political leaders, according to a media report.

Modi using govt machinery to intimidate Opposition: Mamata

Modi using govt machinery to intimidate Opposition: Mamata

Rediff.com7 Apr 2019

She wondered why PM Modi is not removing his own cabinet secretary or the Union home secretary, if he was so 'fond of making last-minute changes'.

US wanted China to intervene against India in 1971 War

US wanted China to intervene against India in 1971 War

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

On December 10, Kissinger began to encourage the Chinese to take action against India: 'If the People's Republic were to consider the situation on the Indian subcontinent a threat to security, and if it took measures to protect its security, the US would oppose efforts of others to interfere with the People's Republic.' On the 50th anniversary of India's greatest military victory, Claude Arpi recalls how the US suggested that China intervene militarily on Pakistan's side.

'Kaccha Limboo is not Bheja Fry 2'

'Kaccha Limboo is not Bheja Fry 2'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Director Sagar Ballary talks about his new film, releasing this Friday.

This Vietnam bridge gets a helping hand

This Vietnam bridge gets a helping hand

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

In the mountains of central Vietnam, a colossal pair of hands lifts a golden thread of walkway high above the clifftops, as if the mountain itself has sprouted limbs. Welcome to the Gold Bridge (Cau Vang) on Ba Na hill near Danang city, Vietnam. The new "handheld" bridge, which opened in June, has quickly become a tourist magnet with thousands flocking to the site to take a selfie with the incredible structure which appears to be held up by two giant stone hands.

PHOTOS: Nation remembers martyrs of 2001 Parliament attack

PHOTOS: Nation remembers martyrs of 2001 Parliament attack

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

On December 13, 2001, five heavily-armed gunmen stormed the Parliament complex and opened indiscriminate fire, killing nine persons.

EPFO to launch system for discouraging premature withdrawals

EPFO to launch system for discouraging premature withdrawals

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

The retirement fund body plans to launch 'One Employee One EPF Account' system on May 1.

Very big lapse: Vadra on Priyanka security breach

Very big lapse: Vadra on Priyanka security breach

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

Asked about the security breach at their residence, he said it was a "very big lapse", but he would like to emphasise more on the safety of women in the country.