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Mundka fire tragedy: 'Don't know whether she is alive or not'

Mundka fire tragedy: 'Don't know whether she is alive or not'

Rediff.com14 May 2022

'She is probably no more. The bodies were charred, you cannot look at them. How will you identify?'

'Fear continues across Joshimath'

'Fear continues across Joshimath'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

'Cracks continue to appear in more and more houses.' 'We believe the government is not going to tell us the truth.'

PIX: Brace for an R-Day parade like no other

PIX: Brace for an R-Day parade like no other

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

The Republic Day celebrations at Rajpath this year are likely to witness a number of changes including smaller marching contingents, shorter distance for the parade and fewer spectators compared to the previous years in view of the coronavirus pandemic.

Shah Rukh, Salman at Baba Siddique's Iftar Party

Shah Rukh, Salman at Baba Siddique's Iftar Party

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

It's been two years since Congress politician Baba Siddique and his son Zeeshan Siddique, a Maharashtra MLA, hosted threw their annual, star-studded, Iftar parties. The pandemic had played spoilsport, but no longer it seems for Baba and Son.

Former Davis Cup captain Naresh Kumar passes away

Former Davis Cup captain Naresh Kumar passes away

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Naresh Kumar, who famously mentored a young Leander Paes as India's Davis Cup captain, has passed away.

T20 WC: 'Rishabh Pant could be the X factor for India'

T20 WC: 'Rishabh Pant could be the X factor for India'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Raina feels the left-handed Rishabh Pant could be the X factor for India alongside Hardik Pandya

UP polls: Over 60% voting recorded in Phase I amid EVM glitches

UP polls: Over 60% voting recorded in Phase I amid EVM glitches

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Till 5 pm, Agra recorded 56.61 per cent polling, Aligarh 57.25 per cent, Baghpat 61.35 per cent, Bulandshahr 60,52 per cent, Gautam Buddh Nagar 54.77 per cent, Ghaziabad 54.77 per cent, Hapur 60.50 per cent, Mathura 58.51 per cent, Meerut 58.52 cent, Muzaffarnagar 62.14 per cent and Shamli 61.78 per cent, an EC report said.

17 ex-ministers among 18 sworn-in in Maharashtra, no woman in Shinde cabinet

17 ex-ministers among 18 sworn-in in Maharashtra, no woman in Shinde cabinet

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The much-delayed expansion of the 41-day-old Maharashtra ministry saw as many as 17 former ministers taking oath on Tuesday.

Assam, Meghalaya officials jointly visit disputed border areas

Assam, Meghalaya officials jointly visit disputed border areas

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

The two neighbouring states have disputes over 12 areas. There are minor differences over six of these areas and the states have decided to resolve these on priority.

Check Out 3 Standout DRDO Weapons!

Check Out 3 Standout DRDO Weapons!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Prominent in the DRDO's display are several artillery guns, armoured vehicles and tanks that underline a measure of success in developing these key weapons platforms for the army. Here are three systems that are headed for success.

IAF inducts India-made light combat helicopters 'Prachand'

IAF inducts India-made light combat helicopters 'Prachand'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

The 5.8-tonne twin-engine gunship chopper is armed with air-to-air missiles, 20 mm turret guns, rocket systems and other weapons.

Klusener to step down as Afghanistan head coach

Klusener to step down as Afghanistan head coach

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

'The ACB has launched the recruitment process for hiring a new head coach and is looking forward to having the services of another reasonable option to replace Lance Klusener as the head coach of Afghanistan for the upcoming events.'

Rains, thunderstorm bring temp down in Delhi; air, road traffic hit

Rains, thunderstorm bring temp down in Delhi; air, road traffic hit

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Heavy rains and thunderstorm on Monday brought Delhiites a much-needed respite from the lengthy spell of sweltering heat, but it also affected road and air traffic during the morning rush hours, and brought down houses and trees, leaving at least eight people injured.

Behold! The Kingfisher Calendar 2021

Behold! The Kingfisher Calendar 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

Shot in Kerala during the pandemic, the Kingfisher Calendar 2021 introduces five new faces: Gehna Mahiarya, Krithika Babu, Adline Castelino, Sumita Bhandari and Anukreethy Vas.

Toyota drives in new Camry Hybrid at Rs 41.7 lakh

Toyota drives in new Camry Hybrid at Rs 41.7 lakh

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) on Wednesday launched new version of its premium sedan Camry Hybrid in the country priced at Rs 41.7 lakh (ex-showroom). The sedan now comes with a new front bumper, grille and alloy wheels, a floating type bigger 9-inch infotainment system, among others. Further, the self-charging hybrid electric sedan is now available in a new exterior colour of Metal Stream Metallic in addition to the existing colours of Platinum White Pearl, Silver Metallic, Graphite Metallic, Red Mica, Attitude Black, and Burning Black.

With Mulayam's demise, SP loses its guiding light

With Mulayam's demise, SP loses its guiding light

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav's demise might not have any direct political impact on the party, but its president Akhilesh Yadav will now have to work without his 'shield and shadow'.

How are star kids celebrating Ganpati?

How are star kids celebrating Ganpati?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Film folk post pix of how their children are enjoying the Ganpati festival.

Amarinder meets NSA Doval day after talks with Shah

Amarinder meets NSA Doval day after talks with Shah

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

Singh's meeting with Shah on Wednesday had added another dimension in politics in Punjab where no party is being seen as a clear favourite in the polls, expected to be held early next year.

'Unfortunately, Mr Bommai is going on and on'

'Unfortunately, Mr Bommai is going on and on'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

'The Maharashtra government is not being very clear; they are keeping quiet.'

Salman Khan turns 31!

Salman Khan turns 31!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

The actor made his Bollywood debut with Biwi Ho Toh Aisi that released on August 26, 1988, before he starred in the smash hit, Maine Pyar Kiya.

PHOTOS: Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record

PHOTOS: Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Delhiites woke up to the sound of thunder and lightning this morning and, according to the weather department, the city recorded 117.9 mm rainfall from 5:30 AM to 2.30 PM.

Requested Uddhav 3-4 times to join hands with BJP: Shinde

Requested Uddhav 3-4 times to join hands with BJP: Shinde

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

Shinde dismissed his predecessor Uddhav Thackeray's call for mid-term elections.

Stay united for polls: Sonia's appeal to Himachal Cong leaders

Stay united for polls: Sonia's appeal to Himachal Cong leaders

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

According to sources, Sonia Gandhi took a jibe on party leaders, "You all are sitting together right but otherwise you don't even talk to each other."

At least 13 killed, 40 missing in cloudburst near Amarnath cave shrine

At least 13 killed, 40 missing in cloudburst near Amarnath cave shrine

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

At least eight persons were killed in a cloudburst near the holy cave shrine of Amarnath in south Kashmir Himalayas on Friday evening, damaging 25 tents and three community kitchens, officials said.

'Joshimath can't be saved. It's too late'

'Joshimath can't be saved. It's too late'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

'The entire public needs to be evacuated immediately. Any day, the entire town can collapse.'

ED registers money laundering case against Sisodia in Delhi Excise policy

ED registers money laundering case against Sisodia in Delhi Excise policy

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

The ED will probe if there were alleged irregularities in the formulation and execution of the Delhi Excise Policy unveiled in November last year.

Kapil Dev discharged from hospital

Kapil Dev discharged from hospital

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

Kapil Dev was discharged from a city hospital, two days after undergoing angioplasty following a heart attack.

Nitish, Pawar lead Oppn call for Cong inclusive anti-BJP front at INLD rally

Nitish, Pawar lead Oppn call for Cong inclusive anti-BJP front at INLD rally

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

The leaders attacked the BJP, accusing it of trying to create "Hindu-Muslim disturbances" to benefit politically and making false claims and promises.

Delhi air quality improves, construction curbs lifted

Delhi air quality improves, construction curbs lifted

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

The central air quality panel had on Friday allowed authorities in Delhi-NCR to resume physical classes for students in classes 6 and above, colleges and other educational institutions with immediate effect.

On the scenes of Salman's Bharat

On the scenes of Salman's Bharat

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

Here's what happens when Bhai is NOT in action mode!

PHOTOS: Modi, Pranab, Sonia pay tribute to Sheila

PHOTOS: Modi, Pranab, Sonia pay tribute to Sheila

Rediff.com20 Jul 2019

Modi, who was accompanied by Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party president Manoj Tiwari, said Dikhsit made a noteworthy contribution to the development of the national capital.

Bollywood's SUPER SOUTH DEBUTS

Bollywood's SUPER SOUTH DEBUTS

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

The success of south films like KGF: Chapter 2, RRR and Pushpa: The Rise has resulted in audiences getting more and more receptive towards watching stars from this industry in Hindi films.

Shinde govt comes under fire as another project moves to Gujarat

Shinde govt comes under fire as another project moves to Gujarat

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

The Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government has come under fire following the Centre's announcement that Tata-Airbus C-295 transport aircraft project would be set up in Gujarat, with the opposition seeking to know why the project that was supposed to come up in Maharashtra went to the neighbouring state.

Indonesia to lift palm oil export ban, likely giving India 'big relief'

Indonesia to lift palm oil export ban, likely giving India 'big relief'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Indonesia, the world's biggest supplier of palm oil, said on Thursday it will lift a ban on exports from Monday, likely helping India and other importers. India annually imports around 13-13.5 million tonne of edible oils, of which around 8-8.5 million tonnes (around 63 per cent) is palm oil. Of this, 8-8.5 million tonnes of palm oil, 45-50 per cent comes from Indonesia and the rest from neighboring Malaysia.

Pradip Tripathi moves to Cabinet Secretariat as govt effects major bureaucratic rejig

Pradip Tripathi moves to Cabinet Secretariat as govt effects major bureaucratic rejig

Rediff.com2 May 2022

Senior bureaucrat Pradip Kumar Tripathi has been appointed as secretary (coordination) in the Cabinet Secretariat as part of a major bureaucratic reshuffle effected by the Centre on Monday.

MVA allies to meet to discuss upcoming RS polls

MVA allies to meet to discuss upcoming RS polls

Rediff.com18 May 2022

The 288-member Maharashtra Legislative Assembly constitutes the electoral college Rajya Sabha elections, scheduled on June 10, and a candidate needs 42 votes to win a seat.

'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.'

Padukone launches badminton coaching program in Mumbai

Padukone launches badminton coaching program in Mumbai

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Asked whether they could take help from former players like Gandhe, Padukone said, "We will definitely make use of all the ex-players also, depending on the availability of their time.

BJP retains Gujarat with record win; Congress bags Himachal

BJP retains Gujarat with record win; Congress bags Himachal

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party was on Thursday poised for a landslide victory in Gujarat to retain power for a record seventh straight term but was behind the Congress in Himachal Pradesh which could go with the trend of alternative governments in the hill state.

About 12L ineligible farmers got PM-KISAN benefits in Assam: Govt to HC

About 12L ineligible farmers got PM-KISAN benefits in Assam: Govt to HC

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Hearing a public interest litigation filed by NGO Amguri Naba Nirman Samity, a high court division bench comprising Chief Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia and Justice Soumitra Saikia asked the Assam government to file a detailed status report on the case.