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Maha case: 3rd hearing by SC on non-working day in 2019

Maha case: 3rd hearing by SC on non-working day in 2019

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

There are many instances in the past where the top court sat through midnight to hear the special cases.

Thousands to reach Mumbai as city gears up for rival Sena Dussehra rallies

Thousands to reach Mumbai as city gears up for rival Sena Dussehra rallies

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

A railway official said a train has been booked for the Dussehra rally from Nanded city in central Maharashtra.

Tight security for Modi's Mumbai visit, traffic curbs in place

Tight security for Modi's Mumbai visit, traffic curbs in place

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

In view of the prime minister's visit, a few roads in the area will be closed for vehicles, while traffic will be diverted on some other routes, the traffic police said.

Your OTT Menu: Marilyn, Minions, Musicals

Your OTT Menu: Marilyn, Minions, Musicals

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Marilyn Monroe, Minions, musicals and mean-spirited witches, it's quite a spread on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma offers her picks.

Decoding Dhoni: Next season will be about figuring how to manage team from dugout

Decoding Dhoni: Next season will be about figuring how to manage team from dugout

Rediff.com30 May 2023

After all, MSD is CSK and CSK is MSD.

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'My adrenalin kicked in and the happiness returned! It was time to go in for the kill again.' IAF Veterans Group Captain Dilip Kumar Dass tells Air Commodore Nitin Sathe about how the IAF decimated tanks in the famous Battle of Longewala.

Red Fort's Tryst With India's Destiny

Red Fort's Tryst With India's Destiny

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Jawaharlal Nehru did not unfurl the Tricolour at the Red Fort on August 15, 1947. But, in a gesture of nationalistic symbolism -- one that has endured by repetition over the 76 years of independent India -- Nehru took to the ramparts at Red Fort's Lahori Gate on August 16, 1947, unfurled the Tricolour there and delivered his first Independence Day speech.

Now, Anushka gets to play cricket!

Now, Anushka gets to play cricket!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Rakul is in throwback mood... Rahman celebrates birthday with music... Arjun does weights...

Supreme Court to hear EPS's plea in single leadership row on July 6

Supreme Court to hear EPS's plea in single leadership row on July 6

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

The Supreme Court on Monday said that it would hear on July 6 a plea filed by former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami challenging the Madras high court order staying the passing of any unannounced resolutions in the meeting of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam general and executive councils concerning the issue of single leadership of the party.

'I feel amazed I live in Amitabh Bachchan's times'

'I feel amazed I live in Amitabh Bachchan's times'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

'Who can forget that a superstar made me comfortable?'

Raut got Rs 1 cr as proceeds of crime: ED; court remands him till Aug 4

Raut got Rs 1 cr as proceeds of crime: ED; court remands him till Aug 4

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

A special court in Mumbai on Monday remanded Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut to the custody of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) till August 4 in a money laundering case.

'Mother Teresa must have been God incarnate'

'Mother Teresa must have been God incarnate'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

'When one was with Mother, one realised you were with somebody who was the nearest person to God.' 'She must have been God incarnate.'

The Warrior Named Bindaas

The Warrior Named Bindaas

Rediff.com30 May 2022

A salute to Commando Mudasir Ahmed Sheikh, known as Bindaas to Indian Army officers and colleagues in the J&K police, who was killed in action last week in an encounter that eliminated three terrorists in Kashmir.

When Retro Songs Make A Re-Entry In The Movies

When Retro Songs Make A Re-Entry In The Movies

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Using snatches of a cult favourite or evergreen classic in its original form for action, comedy or romance can transform the entire vibe of a scene.

How will GST impact luxury goods?

How will GST impact luxury goods?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

Here are some goods that will be expensive after GST's implementation.

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

'Oommen Chandy always had time for his people and valued their voices.' 'There was no rest for him as long as the betterment of his fellow citizens was at stake.' Ambassador Venu Rajamony, who knew the former Kerala chief minister for half a century, salutes a beloved leader who worked tirelessly for the welfare of its people.

'Didn't know how much was Rs 15 cr in NZ dollars'

'Didn't know how much was Rs 15 cr in NZ dollars'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Kyle Jamieson is the highest paid New Zealander and fourth highest in the IPL's 14-year history.

SC stays HC order on AIADMK leadership row, gives nod for July 11 meet

SC stays HC order on AIADMK leadership row, gives nod for July 11 meet

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

The top court also clarified that the general council of the AIADMK which is to take place on July 11, 2022, may proceed in the accordance with the law.

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'

Salman Rushdie stabbed at New York event, undergoes surgery

Salman Rushdie stabbed at New York event, undergoes surgery

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Salman Rushdie, the Mumbai-born author of the Booker Prize-winning novel Midnight's Children, was attacked by a man who stormed the stage during an event in New York on Friday while he was getting ready to deliver a lecture.

Pranab, Modi, Demonetisation

Pranab, Modi, Demonetisation

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

'Modi had not discussed demonetization with me prior to his announcement on 8 November 2016. 'I learnt of it along with the rest of the country. 'I was not surprised when he did not discuss the issue with me prior to making the public announcement. 'It fitted in with his style of making dramatic announcements.' A fascinating excerpt from Pranab Mukherjee's The Presidential Years: 2012-2017.

India, A Miracle And A Wonder

India, A Miracle And A Wonder

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

'There are many things we need to work on.' 'At the heart of it is, one, the extent of inequality, which is not good for democracy and nation; two, a structural decline on how a country ought to function, how people should be held accountable, whose role is what.'

End of J-K as state, 2 new UTs come into existence

End of J-K as state, 2 new UTs come into existence

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

This is for the first time that a state is being converted into two UTs.

Rohit Sharma's daughter turns 1

Rohit Sharma's daughter turns 1

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

Rohit Sharma shared a series of picture to wish his daughter Samaira who turned one on Monday.

Teen dies in Srinagar, restrictions reimposed

Teen dies in Srinagar, restrictions reimposed

Rediff.com4 Sep 2019

Asrar Ahmed Khan, 18, was part of a mob holding protests in Soura on August 6, a day after the Centre announced the revocation of Jammu and Kashmir's special status and its bifurcation into two union territories.

Shinde lets cat out of bag, credits 'kalakar' Fadnavis for coup

Shinde lets cat out of bag, credits 'kalakar' Fadnavis for coup

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

'Our numbers were less (than BJP's) but PM Narendra Modi blessed us. Modi Saheb told me before the swearing-in that he will extend all possible help to me. Amit Shah Saheb said he will stand behind us like a rock,' Shinde said. 'But the biggest kalakar (artist) is this one,' Shinde said, pointing to Fadnavis sitting to his right on the treasury benches.

A Journey to Dominique Dada's Sunderbans

A Journey to Dominique Dada's Sunderbans

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

India is a passion with him. He is immersed in India. But he cannot help worrying about India too.

Mahinda faces calls for arrest as 8 killed in violence

Mahinda faces calls for arrest as 8 killed in violence

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Mahinda Rajapaksa has been accused by the Opposition of inciting the ruling party mobs to attack peaceful protesters by making a defiant speech while addressing several thousands of his supporters to deflect calls for his resignation.

Amid resignation report, Rajapaksa says he is ready to make 'any sacrifice'

Amid resignation report, Rajapaksa says he is ready to make 'any sacrifice'

Rediff.com9 May 2022

Despite mounting pressure, Gotabaya, and Prime Minister Mahinda have refused to quit office.

Lanka crisis: PM Mahinda Rajapaksa proposes to amend Constitution

Lanka crisis: PM Mahinda Rajapaksa proposes to amend Constitution

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

A statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office on Monday said that Mahinda Rajapaksa intends to propose a new Constitutional Amendment to the cabinet in order to fulfil the people's aspirations.

US, Russia call Jaishankar over UNSC vote, all eyes on India

US, Russia call Jaishankar over UNSC vote, all eyes on India

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

The UN Security Council is scheduled to vote on Friday evening on a draft resolution on Russia's military operation in Ukraine as well as the escalating situation in the eastern European country.

AMAZING SONGS, Coming Up!

AMAZING SONGS, Coming Up!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

In these pandemic stricken, music bereft times, what can be more joyous than a playlist of 25 golden melodies? Sukanya Verma curates one for you.

Mahinda supporters attack anti-govt protesters, 23 injured

Mahinda supporters attack anti-govt protesters, 23 injured

Rediff.com9 May 2022

The violence occurred following reports on Monday that Mahinda Rajapksa may offer to stand down as Prime Minister.

Budget, polls, choice of President: Can Modi get it right?

Budget, polls, choice of President: Can Modi get it right?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

There will be no second term for President Kovind and no elevation for Vice President Naidu.

140 terrorists waiting at launch pads across LoC

140 terrorists waiting at launch pads across LoC

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

Contending that the ceasefire agreement was more important for Pakistan as it is desperately trying to come out of the "grey list" of the Financial Action Task Force, the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the sincerity of Islamabad could have been gauged if they had dismantled the terror infrastructure.

Heavy security across country for 76th Independence Day

Heavy security across country for 76th Independence Day

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

India has not only been decked in tricolour hues in the lead up to the 76th Independence Day celebrations, but also put under a heavy security blanket, right from Delhi, the epicentre of the mega celebrations, to Jammu and Kashmir.

Hmm! Priyanka Can Dance

Hmm! Priyanka Can Dance

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

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Why Nitish-Tejashwi Sacked 81 Doctors

Why Nitish-Tejashwi Sacked 81 Doctors

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Some doctors were absent from duty for 20 years, others for 15, some for 12. About 64 doctors remained absent from duty for more than five years.

Salman Rushdie on ventilator, likely to lose an eye; suspect in custody

Salman Rushdie on ventilator, likely to lose an eye; suspect in custody

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

The New York Times reported that according to Rushdie's agent, Andrew Wylie, the Mumbai-born controversial author was on a ventilator and could not speak.

Blame game begins between MSETCL, Tata Power over Mumbai power outage

Blame game begins between MSETCL, Tata Power over Mumbai power outage

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Mahatransco (Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited - MSETCL) Chairman and Managing Director Dinesh Waghmare said Tata Power's plants took time to start generating electricity following the grid collapse on Monday morning, resulting in the specially created 'islanding' system not working.