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Baby dies in Railways demolition drive in Delhi slum; probe ordered

Baby dies in Railways demolition drive in Delhi slum; probe ordered

Rediff.com13 Dec 2015

A baby died in Shakur Basti area in West Delhi where a demolition drive was carried out by railways, triggering an angry reaction from Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who slammed the railways and suspended three officials for "failing to arrange" food for those evicted.

Indian Railways opens up Rs 90,000 cr FDI opportunity

Indian Railways opens up Rs 90,000 cr FDI opportunity

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

The Rs 63,000-cr Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed corridor and Rs 14,000-cr CSTM-Panvel suburban corridor are two of the largest projects.

Emergency declared in New York city as torrential rain floods subways, roads

Emergency declared in New York city as torrential rain floods subways, roads

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

The heaviest rainfall began to ease across hard-hit portions of Manhattan and Brooklyn late Friday morning, but another round is expected in the afternoon and could reinvigorate dangerous flooding.

Jehanabad: Bomb recovered near railway tracks

Jehanabad: Bomb recovered near railway tracks

Rediff.com17 Nov 2005

The police believe it was left behind by Maoists on Sunday night.

Army in better position in China border after infra boost: Lt Gen Kalita

Army in better position in China border after infra boost: Lt Gen Kalita

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

The commander said the situation in the region has been stable and no major "changes or palpable shift of stance has been noted" even as the Indian and Chinese troops are engaged in a stand-off in Demchok and Depsang in eastern Ladakh.

Will Scott Boland rise to the occasion in unfamiliar conditions?

Will Scott Boland rise to the occasion in unfamiliar conditions?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

If Boland gets a chance to play the first Test in Nagpur, he would probably like to walk the talk as he said in episode No. 2 of 'Test'.

Maoists blow up railway tracks in Bihar

Maoists blow up railway tracks in Bihar

Rediff.com1 Mar 2009

The banned Communist Party of India-Maoist rebels blasted railway tracks in Bihar's Jamui district and torched a portion of Ratanpur station in adjoining Munger early on Sunday during a bandh called by them, disrupting train services on the Patna-Howrah main line for more than 7 hours.

Railways to expand FDI participation list, identify 50 projects

Railways to expand FDI participation list, identify 50 projects

Rediff.com22 Nov 2014

"Call it a craze, fever or national interest but HSR is our window to the outside world."

Ranji Trophy: Tamil Nadu beat Goa; Delhi's hopes dashed

Ranji Trophy: Tamil Nadu beat Goa; Delhi's hopes dashed

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Suresh Lokeshwar (52) and Pradosh Ranjan Paul (65) struck half-centuries to help Tamil Nadu complete the formalities and win their Ranji Trophy Group C match against Goa by seven wickets, in Porvorim on Monday.

Eye on China's works along border, government tells Rajya Sabha

Eye on China's works along border, government tells Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

"The government is aware that China is developing infrastructure in border regions opposite India in Tibet and Xinjinag Autonomous Region. This includes the Qinghai-Tibet railway line with proposed extension upto Xigaze and Nyingchi and the development of road and airport facilities," Defence Minister A K Antony told the Rajya Sabha

Train mishap: Railways announces ex-gratia for victims

Train mishap: Railways announces ex-gratia for victims

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

Railway Minister Mallikarjun Kharge announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 5 lakh to the next of kin of those killed in the train mishap in Bihar's Khagaria district and ordered an inquiry into it.

China deploys 60,000 troops in Ladakh: Report

China deploys 60,000 troops in Ladakh: Report

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

The Chinese numbers had surged significantly during the summer season as they brought in a large number of troops for summer training. They have now gone back to their rear locations.

'Vande Bharat's Potential Yet To Be Exploited'

'Vande Bharat's Potential Yet To Be Exploited'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

'All Shatabdis and Rajdhanis should be converted to this type of high-speed train.' 'There should be a sleeper version of the train.' 'Right now, there is only a day version of the train.' 'Unless you develop a sleeper version, it will not be possible to replace the Rajdhani.' 'Work on the sleeper version was stopped for some reason. It should be revived now.'

Strict vigil on activities in China, Pak: Govt

Strict vigil on activities in China, Pak: Govt

Rediff.com9 May 2012

The government on Wednesday said it is keeping a close watch on all activities taking place in China and Pakistan and the threat perception originating from such incidents are reviewed regularly.

Many initiatives on amenities in railways but progress still long way

Many initiatives on amenities in railways but progress still long way

Rediff.com25 May 2015

The ministry has also decided to offer station for redevelopment by inviting open bids from companies.

Tug-of-war in DMK: Why UPA II may suffer

Tug-of-war in DMK: Why UPA II may suffer

Rediff.com22 Oct 2012

The United Progressive Alliance government will suffer a set back if ally Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam doest not contain the infighting between T R Baalu, leader of DMK parliamentary party, and Union Minister S S Palanimanickam, DMK's five time MP from Thanjavur constituency, over the new railway line in Thanjavur.

'Rising England star on drugs when killed'

'Rising England star on drugs when killed'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

One of English cricket's rising stars died after being electrocuted on a railway line then struck by a train as he attempted to flee police while on drink and drugs, a coroner's inquest was told on Tuesday.

Maoists blow up railway track in Bihar

Maoists blow up railway track in Bihar

Rediff.com2 Jun 2008

The banned CPI (Maoist) rebels on Monday blew up a railway track in Jamui district, blasted a portion of the SDO's office and looted foodgrains from an FCI godown in adjoining Munger district during the 24-hour bandh called in five east Bihar districts. The shutdown was called to protest the recent arrest of their five cadres.

Delhi-Chennai bullet train may become a reality

Delhi-Chennai bullet train may become a reality

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to introduce bullet trains in the country, a team of Railway officials will visit Beijing on November 24 to take forward the Delhi-Chennai high-speed corridor project, the longest in India.

Railways to launch tele-booking soon

Railways to launch tele-booking soon

Rediff.com11 Aug 2004

New Russian Troops Bid Families Farewell

New Russian Troops Bid Families Farewell

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Russian army conscripts departed for the garrisons in Sevastopol, Crimea, on November 9, 2022.

In Naxal hotbed, PM initiates projects worth Rs 25,000 cr

In Naxal hotbed, PM initiates projects worth Rs 25,000 cr

Rediff.com10 May 2015

Projects include steel plant & railway line; Modi's visit first by a PM to the tribal belt in 30 yrs

Maoists blow up rail tracks in Jharkhand, services disrupted

Maoists blow up rail tracks in Jharkhand, services disrupted

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

A rail track between Sonua and Lotapahar stations in West Singhbhum, under Chakradharpur Division of South Eastern Railway (SER), was damaged past Friday night in a blast that was allegedly triggered by the Maoists.

Stringent traffic curbs kick in as Delhi welcomes G20 leaders

Stringent traffic curbs kick in as Delhi welcomes G20 leaders

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Police have advised people to use the navigation app 'Mapmyindia' to get around the city till the restrictions are in place.

PM Manmohan Singh to visit North-East in August

PM Manmohan Singh to visit North-East in August

Rediff.com22 Aug 2008

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will make a whirlwind tour of Assam and Tripura on August 25- 26, according to official sources in Guwahati.

Ranji: Jagadeesan's triple ton, Tiwary's ton dominate the day

Ranji: Jagadeesan's triple ton, Tiwary's ton dominate the day

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Narayan Jagadeesan followed up his double ton in the previous game with a magnificent triple century to help Tamil Nadu declare their first innings

Rs 24,000 crore rail infrastructure projects get green signal

Rs 24,000 crore rail infrastructure projects get green signal

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Besides facilitating travel by easing the traffic bottlenecks, the approved lines would help the upcoming industries in the region.

Baluchistan violence escalates; 18 killed

Baluchistan violence escalates; 18 killed

Rediff.com14 Jan 2006

Jamhoori Watan Party Secretary General Agha Shah Bugti accused security personnel of killing 12 Bugti tribesmen in custody.

Birla, Vedanta in race for Canada-based miner

Birla, Vedanta in race for Canada-based miner

Rediff.com16 Mar 2013

The mining major is selling the company to reduce its debt.

IN PICS: Floods affect 15 lakh people in Bihar

IN PICS: Floods affect 15 lakh people in Bihar

Rediff.com29 Sep 2011

The flood situation in Bihar remained grim on Thursday, contrary to the State government's officials claim that situation was improving. M I Khan reports.

Assam: Train runs over 2 elephants

Assam: Train runs over 2 elephants

Rediff.com10 Aug 2007

The pachyderms were crossing the track in a bird sanctuary

Bomb hoax at Mumbai suburban station

Bomb hoax at Mumbai suburban station

Rediff.com15 Jul 2006

The station was evacuated as a preventive measure.

Bhuvi's five-wicket haul stuns Bengal in Ranji Trophy

Bhuvi's five-wicket haul stuns Bengal in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Bhuvneshwar Kumar blew away Bengal top-order in an incredible five-wicket haul

ICC World Cup final: PIX: It's a sea of blue at Motera

ICC World Cup final: PIX: It's a sea of blue at Motera

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Fans wearing the India jersey, carrying the Indian flag, laughing, joking and anticipating an India win are moving towards the Narendra Modi stadium. There are families, friends, children, adults, teenagers, middle aged and the senior citizen who have all painted the city blue.

Govt holds meetings to prepare for adverse monsoon, works on action plans

Govt holds meetings to prepare for adverse monsoon, works on action plans

Rediff.com19 May 2023

With different agencies showing divergent predictions regarding the southwest monsoon, the central government and states are gearing up to face adversity with various line ministries reportedly being directed to undertake mock drills and hold preparatory meetings. Around 56 per cent of the net cultivable area of the country is rain-fed, accounting for 44 per cent of foodgrain production. The June-September rains contribute around 73 per cent of the annual precipitation.

Lalu plans big for Samjhauta Express

Lalu plans big for Samjhauta Express

Rediff.com28 May 2006

On the quota for other backward classes in higher education, he said this was necessary to improve the lot of the downtrodden.

Uneasy calm in Bengal's Rishra after fresh clashes

Uneasy calm in Bengal's Rishra after fresh clashes

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Internet services remained suspended as police urged people to maintain calm and not fall for rumours.

Minor girl raped by 13 men in Haryana

Minor girl raped by 13 men in Haryana

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

In another shocker from Haryana, a 16-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped in Karnal district and 13 persons have been arrested in connection with the incident.

More than 10 lakh people affected by Bihar floods

More than 10 lakh people affected by Bihar floods

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

The flood situation in Bihar remained grim on Monday with more than 10 lakh people affected and thousands forced to flee their homes and take shelter on highrise embankments, national highways, railway lines and in schools and other buildings