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2002 credit card spend in India soars: Visa

2002 credit card spend in India soars: Visa

Rediff.com13 Mar 2003

Credit card association Visa said on Thursday spending in India via its cards issued both inside and outside the country rose 138 per cent in 2002 to $3.725 billion. \n\n

India to kick-off Asian Games campaign against host China

India to kick-off Asian Games campaign against host China

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

The women's football competition at the Asian Games 2023, meanwhile, will kick off on September 21.

SC cites lack of time, posts Bilkis hearing for July 17

SC cites lack of time, posts Bilkis hearing for July 17

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and Prashant Kumar Mishra noted, in accordance with its May 9 order, notices have been published in local newspapers, including those in Gujarati and English, against the convicts who could not be served (the notice).

Watch Konkona's Killer Magic On OTT

Watch Konkona's Killer Magic On OTT

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Some of her best films are not available on streaming platforms, but Deepa Gahlot looks at her Hindi cinema oeuvre on OTT.

NMC stays generic drugs rule for doctors, bar on endorsing drugs

NMC stays generic drugs rule for doctors, bar on endorsing drugs

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Members of the IMA and IPA had met Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday and expressed their concerns over the regulations.

India's FDI up mere 3.5% in 2002

India's FDI up mere 3.5% in 2002

Rediff.com11 Feb 2003

India's foreign direct investment inflows during the calendar year 2002 increased by a mere 3.5 per cent at $4.43 billion despite the government's continued efforts to liberalise the economy.\n\n\n\n

AOL Time Warner loses $100 bn in 2002

AOL Time Warner loses $100 bn in 2002

Rediff.com30 Jan 2003

It is the largest full-year loss in corporate history.

After 1500m silver, Harmilan wants to emulate her mum

After 1500m silver, Harmilan wants to emulate her mum

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Harmilan's father, Amandeep Bains, is also a South Asian Games medallist and a former men's 1500m national champion.

Uddhav warns of Godhra-like incident after Ram temple opening

Uddhav warns of Godhra-like incident after Ram temple opening

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday claimed a "Godhra-like" incident may take place during the "return journey" of the large number of people expected to converge at Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh from across the nation for the inauguration of the Ram temple.

SC to resume hearing in Bilkis Bano case on Aug 31

SC to resume hearing in Bilkis Bano case on Aug 31

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

The Supreme Court is scheduled to resume hearing on Thursday a clutch of petitions challenging the remission granted to all 11 convicts in the Bilkis Bano gang-rape case and murder of seven of her family members during the 2002 Gujarat riots.

Denied hall in IISc, Teesta, students hold meeting in garden

Denied hall in IISc, Teesta, students hold meeting in garden

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Human rights activist Teesta Setalvad on Friday said she was prevented from delivering a lecture at the premier Indian Institute of Science as the administration cancelled the meeting at the last minute.

Best Bakery: Prosecution failed to prove charges against 2 accused, says court

Best Bakery: Prosecution failed to prove charges against 2 accused, says court

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Additional sessions judge MG Deshpande on Tuesday acquitted Solanki and Gohil of all charges. The detailed order became available on Wednesday.

AMAZING! The Class 9 Dropout Who Is Building Helicopters

AMAZING! The Class 9 Dropout Who Is Building Helicopters

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

'Just because of my background and poor academic qualifications, most people disbelieve what I have done.'

Court acquits 22 accused in post-Godhra riots in which 17 killed

Court acquits 22 accused in post-Godhra riots in which 17 killed

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

According to the prosecution, the victims were killed on February 28, 2002, and their bodies burnt with an intention to destroy evidence.

Another round of govt-Oppn talks over RS logjam fails

Another round of govt-Oppn talks over RS logjam fails

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

The over half-an-hour meeting between the opposition parties and the government, however, remained inconclusive.

Anti-Modi cop challenges Jaitley for debate on 2002 riots

Anti-Modi cop challenges Jaitley for debate on 2002 riots

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

Suspended Gujarat IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt wrote a letter to senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Arun Jaitley, inviting him for a national debate on any issue pertaining to the 2002 riots in the state.

Should Dhoni Have Done This Ad?

Should Dhoni Have Done This Ad?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

It is a pity that he does not take his youth influencer role more seriously and align his brand endorsements more responsibly, notes Kanika Datta.

Madhumita murder: UP ex-minister Amarmani Tripathi, wife released

Madhumita murder: UP ex-minister Amarmani Tripathi, wife released

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

The prisons department had on Thursday issued an order for the premature release of Amarmani Tripathi, citing the state's 2018 policy on remission, since they have completed 16 years of imprisonment.

Godhra train burning: SC to hear pleas of Gujarat govt, convicts on Apr 10

Godhra train burning: SC to hear pleas of Gujarat govt, convicts on Apr 10

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

A bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud took note of the submissions of Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Gujarat government, that he has to verify certain factual details with regard to some convicts.

Lampard driven to Germany by 2002 upset

Lampard driven to Germany by 2002 upset

Rediff.com22 May 2006

By sheer determination, Frank Lampard has transformed himself from a plodding midfielder to a goal-scoring regular.

How PM Modi Became Saint Modi

How PM Modi Became Saint Modi

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The transmogrification of Prime Minister Modi to Saint Modi began with the ground-breaking ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. By identifying himself with Lord Ram, Modi raised himself in popular imagination to a saintly person.

'It's a special kind of support'

'It's a special kind of support'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Continuing his dream run, Praggnanandhaa on Monday stunned Caruana 3.5-2.5 via the tie-break in the semi-finals to set up a summit clash with world number one and five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway at the FIDE's premier event.

The Politics Of The Bharat Ratna

The Politics Of The Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Most politicians and even non-politicians have been honoured because of what they were purported to be electorally worth for the ruling party of their time, argues N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Israelis have no morals, no ethics'

'Israelis have no morals, no ethics'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

'How can you shoot somebody raising a white flag, even if he's a fighter, when he's surrendered?'

Asian Games: Here's what motivates squash veteran Joshna!

Asian Games: Here's what motivates squash veteran Joshna!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Joshna Chinappa is making a 'mind-boggling' sixth appearance at the Asian Games, having made her debut as a 15-year-old a couple of decades ago in 2002.

'Rohit's a leader and I expect him to captain India till the T20 World Cup'

'Rohit's a leader and I expect him to captain India till the T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Impressed with his captaincy at the ODI World Cup, former captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday threw his weight behind Rohit Sharma, saying he should lead India at least till the T20 World Cup in June next year.

HC blames Guj govt's 'negligence, inaction' for 2002 riots

HC blames Guj govt's 'negligence, inaction' for 2002 riots

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

The Gujarat high court on Wednesday termed the 2002 post-Godhra riots as a result of "negligence of the state" and censured the state government for "inaction", holding that it led to an "anarchic" situation.

Probe all encounters in Gujarat from 2002-06: SC

Probe all encounters in Gujarat from 2002-06: SC

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the monitoring authority headed by its former judge to look into the killings in alleged fake encounters between 2002 to 2006 in Gujarat and file its report within three months.

Aishwarya At Cannes: Yay Or Nay?

Aishwarya At Cannes: Yay Or Nay?

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Aishwarya was dressed in an outfit completely out of her comfort zone from Sophie Couture's collection.

Gujarat cop accused in 2002 riot case surrenders

Gujarat cop accused in 2002 riot case surrenders

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

A police officer and two Bharatiya Janata Party leaders wanted by the Supreme Court-appointed Special Investigation Team in connection with the post-Godhra riot cases on Wednesday surrendered before a court in Ahmedabad and were arrested.

Cong slams Guj govt for destroying 2002 riots docs

Cong slams Guj govt for destroying 2002 riots docs

Rediff.com30 Jun 2011

Congress leaders and lawyers of 2002 post-Godhra riots victims on Thursday slammed the Gujarat government for destroying vital State Intelligence Bureau records pertaining to the clashes, calling the action a "criminal conspiracy."

UK and Ireland to host Euro 2028

UK and Ireland to host Euro 2028

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Euro 2028 will be the largest major sporting event the UK and Ireland have jointly staged. It will be held in 10 stadia, including Wembley in London, the National Stadium of Wales in Cardiff, Hampden Park in Glasgow and Dublin's Aviva Stadium.

Godhra train burning: SC seeks Gujarat response on some convicts' bail pleas

Godhra train burning: SC seeks Gujarat response on some convicts' bail pleas

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

The court then issued a notice to the state government on the bail pleas of Abdul Raheman Dhantia alias Kankatto, Abdul Sattar Ibrahim Gaddi Asla and others.

2002 hit-and-run case: Injured moves SC against Salman's acquittal

2002 hit-and-run case: Injured moves SC against Salman's acquittal

Rediff.com12 May 2016

A man, who was injured in the 2002 hit-and-run case involving actor Salman Khan, on Thursday moved the Supreme Court challenging the Bollywood star's acquittal by the Bombay high court.

IPS officer, who probed 2002 Gujarat riot cases, named NIA chief

IPS officer, who probed 2002 Gujarat riot cases, named NIA chief

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

Modi will hold the post till his superannuation on May 31, 2021.

Tough road before women's reservation becomes reality

Tough road before women's reservation becomes reality

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

The provisions in the Constitution (128th Amendment) Bill make it clear that the women's reservation will come into effect only after the delimitation exercise or the redrawing of constituencies taking into account the data of the census conducted once the bill becomes a law.

Ashes: Smith shatters these records

Ashes: Smith shatters these records

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Australian batter Steve Smith with his unbeaten knock of 85n.o off 149 took him past many records on the first day of the second Test match of the Ashes 2023 series against England.

Toor defends Asian Athletics title but....

Toor defends Asian Athletics title but....

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Tajinderpal Singh Toor stamped his authority in the continental circuit by defending his Asian Athletics Championships title before limping out of the competition