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First look: Delhi Metro's Line 3

First look: Delhi Metro's Line 3

Rediff.com27 Dec 2005

A link from the capital's heart to its thickly populated southwest.

'Politics of violence is in Communists' nature'

'Politics of violence is in Communists' nature'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2017

The BJP president hit out at Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, alleging that the maximum killings of BJP and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh workers have taken place in the latter's home district.

Ronald McDonald is smiling once again in Delhi

Ronald McDonald is smiling once again in Delhi

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

43 McDonald's outlets in New Delhi-National Capital Region were forced to down shutters following lapse of their eating-out or health licences in June.

A HUGE embarrassment for Modi sarkar: Kejriwal on HC order

A HUGE embarrassment for Modi sarkar: Kejriwal on HC order

Rediff.com25 May 2015

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday said the Delhi high court judgement that his government's Anti-Corruption Branch has the jurisdiction to arrest policemen is a "huge embarrassment" for the Centre.

Kejriwal gifts a road map to the Opposition

Kejriwal gifts a road map to the Opposition

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

'Kejriwal has given not only Modi and Shah some food for thought, but also to jaded Opposition leaders who must now wonder whether taking on the BJP's majoritarianism by the horns, as they have been doing so far, is the appropriate strategy in such extraordinary times,' notes M K Bhadrakumar.

DLF strikes costliest land deal

DLF strikes costliest land deal

Rediff.com17 Aug 2007

DLF Ltd has paid a whopping Rs 1,675 crore (Rs 16.75 billion) for 38 acres of land in west Delhi to DCM Shriram Consolidated Ltd and the Lohia Group.

Protests turn violent in Delhi; cars torched

Protests turn violent in Delhi; cars torched

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

The national capital on Friday witnessed a wave of fresh protests with a car being set on fire during one of the several demonstrations by people in their thousands who took to the streets shouting anti-government slogans over the contentious citizenship law. The epicentre of the protest was the locality around the Jama Masjid where large number of people held a massive protest after the Friday prayers at the mosque defying prohibitory orders and police clampdown.

Probe finds Delhi eatery 'guilty' of denying underprivileged children

Probe finds Delhi eatery 'guilty' of denying underprivileged children

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Sisodia had termed the incident as an example of typical "colonial mindset" and said if the allegations against the restaurant were found true, its licence would be cancelled.

'We are being told a server crash stalled the ATMs'

'We are being told a server crash stalled the ATMs'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

Across Yes Bank branches, the busiest people were the relationship managers, trying to soothe nerves. Many were seen advising clients the situation was only temporary and that their money was safe.

The restaurant where everything's on sale!

The restaurant where everything's on sale!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Plum is -- in no particular order -- a high energy bar, a restaurant for a five-course meal and a delectable home decor store.

Police question youth in diplomat's rape

Police question youth in diplomat's rape

Rediff.com11 Nov 2003

Navneet R, 26, belonging to an affluent family from Haryana, was arrested in connection with a shootout in Connaught Place.

Coffee, conversations and that CCD connect

Coffee, conversations and that CCD connect

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Siddhartha many customers who grew up on coffee and conversations at his cafes mourned his death and disagreed that he had failed. Some said it was the place they first thought of their 'big idea'.

Hoax bomb call at Delhi hotel

Hoax bomb call at Delhi hotel

Rediff.com24 Dec 2005

Hoax bomb call at Delhi hotel

AAP took great care of Hindu voter sentiments

AAP took great care of Hindu voter sentiments

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

'Kejriwal took political steps and micro level care at every level not to allow the consolidation of Hindu votes behind the BJP,' observes Sheela Bhatt, the distinguished political commentator.

Bakshi to take up McDonald's row with CLB

Bakshi to take up McDonald's row with CLB

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

Vikram Bakshi, the estranged partner of fast-food chain McDonald's, will seek reinstatement as managing director of the 50:50 joint venture Connaught Plaza Restaurants, with a plea to the Company Law Board seeking the 'deadlock' in the August 6 board meeting be resolved.

The end of an era

The end of an era

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

Balraj Bahri Malhotra and Ram Advani's passing signals the sunset of the era of the many booksellers across India who came over after Partition.

Fate of 169 McDonald's outlets hanging in balance

Fate of 169 McDonald's outlets hanging in balance

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

CPRL Board may meet this week to decide if the outlets in the north and east of India can be kept open till the matter is settled in courts

100 days of AAP: Kejriwal may demand full statehood at public meet

100 days of AAP: Kejriwal may demand full statehood at public meet

Rediff.com25 May 2015

The Arvind Kejriwal-led government is planning to push for full statehood for Delhi -- a key move in its turf war with the lieutenant governor.

Two Lashkar militants arrested in Delhi

Two Lashkar militants arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com11 Aug 2003

A Chinese pistol, a wireless set and some documents were recovered from the militants, who were identified as Altaf Hussain and Aftab Ahmed.

Indian-origin UK hotelier feared kidnapped in India

Indian-origin UK hotelier feared kidnapped in India

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Ranjit Singh Power's family in Britain fears he may have been kidnapped after he uncharacteristically failed to stay in contact with them and did not catch his return flight from Amritsar on May 14.

Chori Chori is heartwarming

Chori Chori is heartwarming

Rediff.com1 Aug 2003

AAP wants LG to be sacked and arrested over MM Khan's murder

AAP wants LG to be sacked and arrested over MM Khan's murder

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

"His role is suspicious in the case. Why had he written to NDMC seeking action against Khan? We demand that the LG be arrested and sacked from his position," AAP's Delhi Unit Convener Dileep Pandey said at a press conference.

The curious case of Batla House encounter: A chronology

The curious case of Batla House encounter: A chronology

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

Following is the series of events leading to conviction of suspected Indian Mujahideen terrorist Shahzad in the September 19, 2008 Batla House encounter case by a Delhi court:

Prostitution racket busted in New Delhi

Prostitution racket busted in New Delhi

Rediff.com27 Mar 2004

Two cars, allegedly used to ferry the prostitutes, and 12 mobile phones were seized during a raid on Hotel Marina in Connaught Place late on Friday night.

Imprisoned by law, freed by canvas

Imprisoned by law, freed by canvas

Rediff.com1 Aug 2003

NGT bans all protests at Jantar Mantar with immediate effect

NGT bans all protests at Jantar Mantar with immediate effect

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Due to the continuous activity of the protesters, the site has virtually become hell for the residents, the Tribunal said.

Centurion Bank sees profit in FY04

Centurion Bank sees profit in FY04

Rediff.com27 Jun 2003

The Centurion Bank expects to come out of the red this fiscal and targets to double its assets to over Rs 7,500 crore (Rs 75 billion) by 2004-05, after the capital infusion of about Rs 219 crore (Rs 2.19 billion) from its strategic partners.

PIX: India observes Janta curfew, PM says long battle ahead

PIX: India observes Janta curfew, PM says long battle ahead

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

The prime minister thanked the people but said it was the start of a long battle, as he urged them to follow social distancing to stop the chain of transmission of Coronavirus which has infected 360 people and claimed seven lives in India.

Auto, taxi strike in Delhi hits commuters hard

Auto, taxi strike in Delhi hits commuters hard

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Twenty unions of autos and taxis have formed a Joint Action Committee, which has called for the indefinite strike.

Can McDonald's get the love back in north and east?

Can McDonald's get the love back in north and east?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

How to shield brand McDonald's? While consumers may have ignored the legal battles plaguing the franchise in north and east India, closure of restaurants is not something they are likely to ignore.

150 'divyangs' to participate in Yoga Day celebrations in Chandigarh

150 'divyangs' to participate in Yoga Day celebrations in Chandigarh

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

Manisha Verma, a yoga therapist at GRIID, says the participants are looking forward to the event with a lot of enthusiasm. "These students are very excited about the event and they want to give their best performance. They also talk about getting a selfie with the prime minister," Manisha Verma said.

Arun Jaitley: The minister who loved a good meal and good gossip

Arun Jaitley: The minister who loved a good meal and good gossip

Rediff.com25 Aug 2019

In the Modi government, he was the mentor -- he groomed half a dozen of those who became ministers. Some remembered, others did not -- Jaitley seemed to care little. Aditi Phadnis reports.

When movie theatres no longer exist...

When movie theatres no longer exist...

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Aseem Chhabra imagines a time, 20 years from now, when movie-watching in theatres will be long gone, thanks to the coronavirus, and pens a letter to his grandchild, explaining the magic of the cinema hall.

McDonald's serves sack notice on India partner

McDonald's serves sack notice on India partner

Rediff.com31 Aug 2013

Vikram Bakshi, who controls 50% in JV and was MD, weighs legal options

FIR registered in gang rape case of US woman at Delhi hotel

FIR registered in gang rape case of US woman at Delhi hotel

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

They said the alleged gang rape took place in April and the "severely traumatised" victim returned to her home without lodging any complaint.

Private cos bend it in style, hop onto yoga bandwagon

Private cos bend it in style, hop onto yoga bandwagon

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

Many across Corporate India seem to have taken a leaf out of Modi's endorsement of healthy living through yoga.

Why renaming Aurangzeb Road is right

Why renaming Aurangzeb Road is right

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

'I am happy that Aurangzeb will no longer dance before my eyes as I jog down A P J Abdul Kalam Road. Instead, the serene, saintly, smile of the late beloved President will bless me when I take an evening stroll there.'

For McDonald's, making a comeback won't be easy. Here's why

For McDonald's, making a comeback won't be easy. Here's why

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

It is not easy for an FMCG brand to make a comeback if it has been out of consumer's reckoning for some time. Moreover, a protracted battle between the owners and then closure of a large number of outlets at one go might have sent some very negative signals to many, says Sneha Bhattacharjee.