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19 girls among 58 child labourers rescued in MP distillery crackdown

19 girls among 58 child labourers rescued in MP distillery crackdown

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights with the Association of Voluntary Action, also known as Bachpan Bachao Andolan, led the crackdown at Som Distillery on Saturday, a release stated.

Delhi woman hired goons to burn ex-boyfriend's face, held

Delhi woman hired goons to burn ex-boyfriend's face, held

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

A 30-year-old female graphic designer and a henchman, who she had hired to burn the face of her ex-boyfriend, have been arrested in outer Delhi's Nihal Vihar area, an officer said on Monday.

Duleep Trophy: Agarwal's 50 reminiscent of good old days

Duleep Trophy: Agarwal's 50 reminiscent of good old days

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

However, Rana can take a slice of comfort as he completed a four-wicket haul in the opening session of the day to bowl out India A for 290 in their first dig.

Ranji Trophy: HP's Kalsi hits maiden double century; UP fight back

Ranji Trophy: HP's Kalsi hits maiden double century; UP fight back

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

A round-up of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Saturday.

Subjecting child to corporal punishment not part of education: HC

Subjecting child to corporal punishment not part of education: HC

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Being small does not make a child a less human being than a grown up, the court observed.

Hamas chief killed by Israel's short range projectile: Iran

Hamas chief killed by Israel's short range projectile: Iran

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

The statement by IRGC which was televised on the country's state media, came, three days after Haniyeh was killed at his accommodation in northern Tehran following his attendance at the inaugural ceremony of Iran's new president Masoud Pezeshkian.

'Space Transportation Has To Be Like Booking A Cab'

'Space Transportation Has To Be Like Booking A Cab'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

'We started AgniKul to show that space transportation should be as simple as road transportation.'

The Ghost Village Of Tamil Nadu

The Ghost Village Of Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Two sons return to their dead father's village to keep alive memories, and are the only ones living in the crumbling hamlet, discovers A Ganesh Nadar.

'I Have Done Films For Free'

'I Have Done Films For Free'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'Till my wife called me up one day and said, "Hey, we need food on the table".'

Shamsi: New Proteas keen to shake off 'chokers' tag

Shamsi: New Proteas keen to shake off 'chokers' tag

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

South Africa's T20 World Cup campaign has seen them win close matches repeatedly, much to the delight of spinner Tabraiz Shamsi.

Court removes Harsh Vardhan Lodha from MP Birla group cos

Court removes Harsh Vardhan Lodha from MP Birla group cos

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

The court's directions mean that Lodha immediately ceases to hold all positions in the M P Birla group, including as director in the firms and other positions in the trusts and societies of the M P Birla group, a statement from the Birlas read.

Harsh Mander's NGO among 2 booked over financial irregularities

Harsh Mander's NGO among 2 booked over financial irregularities

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

The Economic Offences Wing of the Delhi Police has registered a case against two NGOs in connection with financial irregularities, an official said on Saturday.

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'People don't know about the immense pressures that come with this position -- every decision a judge takes affects real people and their lives.' 'This is not a job that one can take lightly.' A

Realtors cheer Centre's LTCG tax decision

Realtors cheer Centre's LTCG tax decision

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

The government's move to tweak the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax regime proposed in the Finance Bill 2024 and re-introduce the indexation benefit is likely to boost the investments and spur housing sales in the country, industry executives believe. "By enabling taxpayers to choose the lower tax burden between the new and old schemes, the amendment is poised to drive investment and enhance sales across housing segments," said Niranjan Hiranandani, chairman of the Hiranandani Group. In Budget 2024, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed an overhaul in the capital gains tax regime, including lowering the LTCG tax to 12.5 per cent from 20 per cent.

Soccer PIX: Atletico held; Juve off to winning start

Soccer PIX: Atletico held; Juve off to winning start

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

All the action from La Liga and Serie A matches played on Monday

'Indian Hoga': Pak Pacer Rauf In Scuffle

'Indian Hoga': Pak Pacer Rauf In Scuffle

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

'As public figures we are entitled to receive all kinds of feedback. They are entitled to support or criticise us. Nevertheless, when it comes to my parent or family. I will not hesitate to respond accordingly. It is important to show respect to people and their families, irrespective of their professions.'

Protests erupt in Assam as girl returning from tuition gang-raped

Protests erupt in Assam as girl returning from tuition gang-raped

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

A 14-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three persons in Assam's Nagaon district, triggering massive protests by people on the streets.

Congress' Singhvi moves HC against defeat in RS poll through draw of lots

Congress' Singhvi moves HC against defeat in RS poll through draw of lots

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Bharatiya Janata Party nominee Harsh Mahajan won the February 27 election through draw of lots after both candidates secured 34 votes each

Kejriwal's Resignation: A Master Stroke

Kejriwal's Resignation: A Master Stroke

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

With Atishi at the helm it will not be easy for the BJP to continue using the LG's office and the bureaucracy as political instruments to hinder governance and thereby provoke the electorate's ire against the AAP, expects Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Is soccer safe for women? Study reveals disturbing truth

Is soccer safe for women? Study reveals disturbing truth

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Close to half of women soccer fans in England and Wales have personally experienced sexist or misogynistic abuse at matches but most have never reported it to authorities, a new study by anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out revealed on Wednesday.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

'India Is Critical To US National Security'

'India Is Critical To US National Security'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'Now it's for India to also make certain decisions. The sky's the limit. You've got to be strategic.'

'90% sitting outside system': Rahul's fresh pitch for caste census

'90% sitting outside system': Rahul's fresh pitch for caste census

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Gandhi said just like the Constitution, the "caste census" is a policy framework and a guide for the Congress.

Buttler, Curran back ECB for pulling players out of IPL

Buttler, Curran back ECB for pulling players out of IPL

Rediff.com21 May 2024

England players returned home even before the completion of the IPL's league stage on Sunday.

Undekhi 3 Review: Unpredictable

Undekhi 3 Review: Unpredictable

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Such a set of greedy and amoral characters have seldom been assembled in a Web series, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Why Shabnam Sheikh Went To Ayodhya

Why Shabnam Sheikh Went To Ayodhya

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

As she reached Ayodhya, she said, she felt a new sense of energy.

Dead snake found in mid-day meal packet in Sangli

Dead snake found in mid-day meal packet in Sangli

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

A tiny dead snake was allegedly found in a packet distributed under the mid-day meal scheme meant for children aged between six months and three years at an anganwadi or a government-run nursery school in western Maharashtra's Sangli district, prompting the authorities to launch a probe.

India crush Nepal by 82 runs; enter Asia Cup semis

India crush Nepal by 82 runs; enter Asia Cup semis

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Dashing opener Shafali Verma smashed 81 off 48 to power India to 178 for 3.

'I Never Take My Opponent's Name'

'I Never Take My Opponent's Name'

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'Even last time, when I defeated Shatrughan Sinha, I did not take his name.'

Action And Drama On OTT This Week

Action And Drama On OTT This Week

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

There are a whole lot of cop-themed movies on OTT this week.

How Bhavit Sheth and Harsh Jain Changed Cricket

How Bhavit Sheth and Harsh Jain Changed Cricket

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Mumbai-based Dream11, which is run by Sporta Technologies Private Limited, reported a profit of Rs 181 crore (Rs 1.81 billion) in FY2020, making it one of the few Indian consumer-tech unicorns to have turned profitable.

Will Jammu And Kashmir See Assembly Elections In 2024?

Will Jammu And Kashmir See Assembly Elections In 2024?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Although the Supreme Court has mandated the Centre to conduct the polls by the end of September, a spate of terrorist attacks in J&K could cause delays.

Sheikh Hasina's Biggest Blunder

Sheikh Hasina's Biggest Blunder

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'The dominance of her party also meant that the institutions became lopsided -- whether it was the bureaucracy or the courts or the military.' 'She centralised power to the extent that you would see her representatives or her party office bearers having overly represented in these institutions.' 'That perhaps would have been the biggest blunder that she committed.'

80-yr-old Jitan Ram Manjhi defies odds to become Union minister

80-yr-old Jitan Ram Manjhi defies odds to become Union minister

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Manjhi's political journey took a dramatic turn when, in 2014, he was unexpectedly anointed Chief Minister by Nitish Kumar, who had resigned after a disastrous Lok Sabha election.

How To Start A Business: 14 Tips

How To Start A Business: 14 Tips

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Business success often involves a combination of planning, implementation, and continuous learning, says rediffGURU Harsh Bharwani.

Mohammad Yunus: The Nobel laureate Prof who will head new Bangladesh govt

Mohammad Yunus: The Nobel laureate Prof who will head new Bangladesh govt

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Life has come full circle for Nobel laureate Professor Mohammad Yunus, who faced persecution during Sheikh Hasina's regime for embezzlement, is now all set to head of the interim government in Bangladesh after she resigned and fled the country.

'For 5 cr corpus in 5 yrs you must...'

'For 5 cr corpus in 5 yrs you must...'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Do you have financial planning or income tax queries? Ask rediffGURU Anil Rego.

Mystical Mongolia

Mystical Mongolia

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Mongolia can take a lifetime to happen but rewards the intrepid traveller with enduring memories of a surreal, delightful land.

US Open PIX: Gauff, Sabalenka cruise; Zheng stretched

US Open PIX: Gauff, Sabalenka cruise; Zheng stretched

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Images from the US Open women's singles second round matches, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Wednesday.

What is the road ahead for Hardik Pandya?

What is the road ahead for Hardik Pandya?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

After being overlooked for the India T20I captaincy, Hardik Pandya's leadership future at Mumbai Indians looks to be on shaky ground.