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Woman with US passport found chained to tree in Maharashtra forest

Woman with US passport found chained to tree in Maharashtra forest

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

A 50-year-old American woman was found tied to a tree with an iron chain in a forest in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district, and a set of documents, including an Aadhaar card with a Tamil Nadu address, were recovered from her possession, a police official said on Monday.

Subhash Dandekar: The man who brought colours to artists and students!

Subhash Dandekar: The man who brought colours to artists and students!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Subhash Dandekar, chairman emeritus of Kokuyo Camlin and the man known for bringing colours to artists as well as students in the country, passed away on Monday at 85.

Govt to rope in pvt sector to build small N-reactors

Govt to rope in pvt sector to build small N-reactors

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Presenting the Union Budget, Sitharaman announced that the government will partner with the private sector to set up Bharat Small Reactors and in the research and development of small modular reactors.

Historic bronze for shooter Swapnil Kusale in Paris

Historic bronze for shooter Swapnil Kusale in Paris

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Swapnil Kusale fought his way back to win the bronze in his very first appearance at the Olympic Games.

Sen-mode: How 'underdog' Lakshya dismantled Christie

Sen-mode: How 'underdog' Lakshya dismantled Christie

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

One particular shot which left everyone, including Lakshya Sen's opponent Jonatan Christie stunned, was a jaw-dropping behind-the-back return.

Nirmalaji Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hai?

Nirmalaji Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hai?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

'The conspiracy is to end India's entrepreneurship culture even before it fully blooms.' 'Negativity is being spread in society towards all those who do business, and this hatred for business and wealth creators is spilling everywhere.'

Budget Encourages Gold Rush

Budget Encourages Gold Rush

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

'Customers are coming in; if they aren't buying, they are at least visiting the stores, which was not the case before the Budget.'

Big blow to Siddaramaiah as Guv sanctions his prosecution

Big blow to Siddaramaiah as Guv sanctions his prosecution

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Saturday accorded sanction for prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment 'scam', giving a major jolt to the nearly 15 month old Congress government.

Why You Lose Money In Day Trading

Why You Lose Money In Day Trading

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

People in full-time jobs should especially avoid intraday trading as it results in loss of focus and affects performance.

Champions Trophy in Pakistan: Will India participate?

Champions Trophy in Pakistan: Will India participate?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Champions Trophy headlines Pakistan's home season but India uncertainty remains

'Dhanush's A Generous Co-Actor, Director'

'Dhanush's A Generous Co-Actor, Director'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'I'm in awe of how secure he is, as an actor, performer and director.'

'He gets a 50 in the very first game'

'He gets a 50 in the very first game'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

'Mouths will be shut for the rest of the tournament.'

MUDA scam: Withdraw showcause issued to CM, K'taka govt urges guv

MUDA scam: Withdraw showcause issued to CM, K'taka govt urges guv

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

The council of ministers discussed the showcause notice, and alleged that it was a "gross misuse of the constitutional office' of the governor and said that a concerted effort is being made to destabilise a lawfully elected majority government in Karnataka for political considerations.

Guess Who Scuttled Karnataka Job Quota Bill?

Guess Who Scuttled Karnataka Job Quota Bill?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

A Congress source termed the process of drafting and presenting of the Bill before the state cabinet on Monday as a "unilateral" effort by the chief minister's office and ministers that are close to him.

'I Have Been Insulted For My Lack Of Education'

'I Have Been Insulted For My Lack Of Education'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'I studied in a government school, whereas all of them came from convent schools, speaking fluent English.' 'I am one of the most educated girls in my village.'

Tesla's India factory plan may materialise in 2025

Tesla's India factory plan may materialise in 2025

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Tesla's plan to manufacture its affordable electric car priced at $25,000 in India and Mexico could materialise sometime in 2025 or thereafter, with Elon Musk declaring that these models would be produced at its existing factories to utilise their full capacity before investing in new manufacturing lines. The company operates factories in Texas and Fremont in the US, Berlin in Germany, and Shanghai in China. By the end of the calendar year 2023, Tesla was manufacturing 1.8 million vehicles annually.

Fans find ways to enjoy Euros on the cheap!

Fans find ways to enjoy Euros on the cheap!

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Cost-conscious fans for whom budgets are tight but Euro 2024 is unmissable are parking for free in German forests, lugging crates of supermarket beer to drink outside the fan zones

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The BSA Gold Star is launched....Ola Enters e-motorbikes Biz... Bajaj, TVS To Enter e2Ws Market...

Rs 25 lakh 'supari' was given to kill Salman: Chargesheet

Rs 25 lakh 'supari' was given to kill Salman: Chargesheet

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

The gang planned to use sophisticated weapons, including AK-47, from Pakistan for the attack, the official said.

Why 'underdog' Sen could pull off surprise at Paris Games?

Why 'underdog' Sen could pull off surprise at Paris Games?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Lakshya had struggled through much of 2023 and early part of 2024. He fell behind in the qualification race but turned things around in time with two semi-final finishes at the All England Championship and the French Open to seal his place in the Olympics.

BSE to buy S&P's 50% stake in index joint venture for Rs 30 crore

BSE to buy S&P's 50% stake in index joint venture for Rs 30 crore

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Domestic bourse BSE has approved the acquisition of a 50 per cent stake in index provider Asia Index (AIPL) from equal joint venture partner S&P Dow Jones (SPDJ) Indices for Rs 30 crore. AIPL, the index provider, is responsible for compiling and maintaining the widely followed Sensex, Bankex, and other indices. Passive funds with assets of nearly Rs 2 trillion are benchmarked with indices provided by AIPL.

Mining majors give a miss to country's maiden critical minerals auction

Mining majors give a miss to country's maiden critical minerals auction

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

The maiden, critical mineral auction in India has failed to enthuse the mining industry, with the first tranche achieving less than a 50 per cent success rate and the auction of several mines was cancelled owing to low response. The results, announced by the Ministry of Mines on Monday, showed that six lesser-known companies emerged as preferred bidders. Among these were Agrasen Sponge, Kundan Gold Mines, Dalmia Bharat Refractories, Sagar Stone Industries, and Maiki South Mining.

'Payment banks' micro-lending to significantly impact economy'

'Payment banks' micro-lending to significantly impact economy'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

'The transition from payment banks to SFBs is only permissible for banks not owned by corporate entities.'

Abhishek Sharma Rocks!

Abhishek Sharma Rocks!

Rediff.com20 May 2024

He now has the most sixes in an IPL season -- 39 maximums -- bettering Virat Kohli's tally of 38 in 2016. The 23 year old's smoking innings came at a strike rate of over 210! With 467 runs from 13 innings and 3 50s, Abhishek is not done yet and ready to give bowlers nightmares in the play-offs.

Ready For Some Pyaar On OTT?

Ready For Some Pyaar On OTT?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Action, drama, romance, comedy -- there's something for every kind of audience on OTT this week.

IPL Final Mints Money For Pubs, Restaurants

IPL Final Mints Money For Pubs, Restaurants

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The cricketing extravaganza became a business opportunity for everyone, from five-star hotels to cafes to street vendors across the country on Sunday.

Even MBAs Find It Tough To Get Jobs

Even MBAs Find It Tough To Get Jobs

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

'Corporations that were recruiting 15 or 20 [students] have reduced the number to two or three.'

IPL Qualifier 2: Who Took The Best Catch?

IPL Qualifier 2: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Vote for the best catches of the night...

Rains May Be Delayed Over Northwest India

Rains May Be Delayed Over Northwest India

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The rains after arriving over Kerala will quickly cover Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, but then might slacken a bit, which could delay its arrival over Northwest India.

'No Hurry To Convert To Universal Bank'

'No Hurry To Convert To Universal Bank'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

'Have a long way to go even as a small finance bank, both in terms of size, and in terms of fulfilling our aspirations for financial inclusion.'

15 dead, many hospitalised as north India reels under punishing heatwave

15 dead, many hospitalised as north India reels under punishing heatwave

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

To ensure immediate cooling of the body, the hospital has set up a first-of-its-kind heatstroke unit.

IAF To Get More Power With Gen-5 Fighter

IAF To Get More Power With Gen-5 Fighter

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

In the event of a war with China, AMCA deep strikes would target China's rail and road links with Tibet, isolating PLA divisions there.

T20 WC PIX: India romp into Super 8 after whipping US

T20 WC PIX: India romp into Super 8 after whipping US

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Images from the ICC T20 World Cup match between India and the United States at the Nassau County Cricket Ground, in New York, on Wednesday.

Bishnoi, Goldie Brar gangs planned to use minors to kill Salman Khan: Police

Bishnoi, Goldie Brar gangs planned to use minors to kill Salman Khan: Police

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

The Navi Mumbai police uncovered a plot to kill the actor during their investigation disclosing a video call conversation between Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Ajay Kashyap and another accused.

How Shafali Verma converted starts into big scores

How Shafali Verma converted starts into big scores

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Verma's team is currently top of the table with two wins from three matches.

'Voters Gave Modi Course Correction'

'Voters Gave Modi Course Correction'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

'Hindutva will not win any elections. Hindutva as a political plank never works.'

Rajkot game zone facility didn't have fire NOC; 2 held

Rajkot game zone facility didn't have fire NOC; 2 held

Rediff.com26 May 2024

The game zone had fire safety equipment but action taken to control the fire was not sufficient, leading to the tragedy on Saturday, a senior police officer said on Sunday, a day after the tragedy.

Balbirnie stars as Ireland stun Pakistan in first T20I

Balbirnie stars as Ireland stun Pakistan in first T20I

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Set 183 for victory, Andrew Balbirnie produced a stunning knock to take Ireland over the line with five wickets and a ball to spare in front of a sell-out crowd.

How A 50-Year-Old Cop Became Mr Tamil Nadu

How A 50-Year-Old Cop Became Mr Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

Two years ago, Inspector Stephen Jose told his colleagues he was going to participate in a body-building contest. He was 48. They didn't think he was serious. But he was. In January 2022, he became Mr Tamil Nadu.

Should You Invest In NPS?

Should You Invest In NPS?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'Young investors with limited funds should ensure that investing in NPS does not crowd out their other, more liquid, investments.'