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Sonia defamed Gujarat by questioning development: Modi

Sonia defamed Gujarat by questioning development: Modi

Rediff.com6 Oct 2012

Continuing his tirade against the Congress president, Narendra Modi on Friday said Sonia Gandhi "defamed" Gujarat with her statement that there had been no development in the state after he became the chief minister.

Work on GMDC-Nalco aluminium plant to start in Apr

Work on GMDC-Nalco aluminium plant to start in Apr

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

The details of the project are yet to be worked out by the two companies.

Heat wave alert issued for Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana

Heat wave alert issued for Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana

Rediff.com16 Apr 2017

The heat wave is the result of an anti-cyclone over Pakistan and western Rajasthan, the impact of which is being felt across the northern plains.

IAF's MiG-21 Bison crashes in Gujarat; no casualties

IAF's MiG-21 Bison crashes in Gujarat; no casualties

Rediff.com24 Nov 2012

A MiG-21 Bison aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed during a routine sortie near the Naliya Airbase in Kutch on Saturday, with the pilot ejecting safely. The fighter plane crash-landed 30 kilometres from the air base in an open forest area, IAF officials said. There were no casualties in the mishap.

She wants to change the way Indians dress

She wants to change the way Indians dress

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

'Stop wearing clothes which might be trendy, but doesn't go well with your body type.'

Yemen: Intense shelling force Indian crew to seek shelter in village

Yemen: Intense shelling force Indian crew to seek shelter in village

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

Around 70 crew members had to abandon abandoned their ship in search of safety and are now scattered in nearby villages. Prasanna D Zore/Rediff.com spoke to one of the Indian crew member from Kutch Mandvi.

Murder case registered in baby Ahuti's death

Murder case registered in baby Ahuti's death

Rediff.com4 Oct 2012

Four days after a three-month-old girl died while undergoing treatment for suspected battering, the city police on Thursday registered a murder case with prime suspects being her parents who are now in Gujarat.

Earthquake jolts Gujarat, no damages reported

Earthquake jolts Gujarat, no damages reported

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

An earthquake, measuring 5 on the Richter Scale, jolted many parts of Gujarat in the wee hours of Thursday, but there were no reports of damage to property or loss of life. A moderate earthquake was experienced on Wednesday, which had its epicenter at 26 km South South-East of Dholavira in Kutch district. Tremors were felt in Bhuj, Rapar, Bhavnagar, Jamnagar and Ahmedabad cities too, according to officials of the seismological department.

Talks on with Pak to resolve Sir Creek issue: Antony

Talks on with Pak to resolve Sir Creek issue: Antony

Rediff.com25 Aug 2012

Defence Minister A K Antony on Saturday said that efforts were on to resolve the disputed Sir Creek issue with Pakistan.

Meet The Highest Paid TV Actors Of 2012

Meet The Highest Paid TV Actors Of 2012

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Ashton Kutcher tops the list with his impressive Two And A Half Men paycheck.

SC grants bail to Gujarat-cadre IAS officer Pradeep Sharma

SC grants bail to Gujarat-cadre IAS officer Pradeep Sharma

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

Controversial Gujarat-cadre IAS officer Pradeep Sharma, arrested for his alleged role in illegally allotting government land to some private firms in Kutch district, was on Tuesday granted bail by the Supreme Court.

PHOTOS: India's Charlie Chaplin hits the streets

PHOTOS: India's Charlie Chaplin hits the streets

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

Every year, on April 16, a 63-year-old Ayurvedic doctor in the small town of Kutch in Gujarat relives the life and times of his hero, Charlie Chaplin.

Saraswati river did exist, says government constituted panel

Saraswati river did exist, says government constituted panel

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

"We have reached a conclusion that river Saraswati existed, it flowed. It originated in the Himalayas and met gulf at the western sea," Professor K S Valdiya, who led the panel, said while handing over the report to the government.

How Gujarat plans to welcome Donald and Melania

How Gujarat plans to welcome Donald and Melania

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

The Gujarat government has directed seven district collectors to ensure that the identity of each and every person coming for the road show and the Namaste Trump event is verified thoroughly.

These Indians chase stars and blackholes

These Indians chase stars and blackholes

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

The astrophotography community in India is a fast-growing one.

How Taapsee transformed into Rashmi Rocket

How Taapsee transformed into Rashmi Rocket

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

'In spite of her 12-hour shoot, Taapsee used to train every day, completing all her workouts without complaining.'

Jindal SAW under green scanner

Jindal SAW under green scanner

Rediff.com4 Apr 2011

Jindal SAW, an O P Jindal Group company, is yet to receive a copy of the notice.

Adani becomes largest pvt thermal power producer

Adani becomes largest pvt thermal power producer

Rediff.com7 Jun 2011

Adani says the company would have a generation capacity of 6,000 Mw by 2011-12.

Find Out: How acute is India's water shortage

Find Out: How acute is India's water shortage

Rediff.com29 May 2017

Rediff Labs analyses the current storage departure of water in 91 reservoirs across the country.

PM will make announcement on OROP in due course: Parrikar

PM will make announcement on OROP in due course: Parrikar

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Thursday said here that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make announcement on the implementation of One Rank One Pension policy for ex-servicemen "as and when time comes".

14 Pakistanis arrested off Gujarat coast

14 Pakistanis arrested off Gujarat coast

Rediff.com5 Apr 2011

The Pakistani boat named Al-Anwari carrying 14 persons on board was seized on Monday evening by the Indian Coast Guard team patrolling in the region.

IIM and Corporate Social Irresponsibility

IIM and Corporate Social Irresponsibility

Rediff.com5 Jul 2011

Here is why the course at IIM-A, investigating Corporate Social Irresponsibility, is both necessary and well-timed.

Crucial bypoll results today, to decide fate of Shivraj govt

Crucial bypoll results today, to decide fate of Shivraj govt

Rediff.com10 Nov 2020

The counting will begin at 8 am, and as per the Election Commission's COVID-19 guidelines, a candidate, his poll agent and counting agent can remain present in the counting hall, officials said, adding various measures have been taken to ensure social distancing and avoid crowding.

Something bigger is afoot than just shifting the LAC a couple of km in Ladakh

Something bigger is afoot than just shifting the LAC a couple of km in Ladakh

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

The government must figure out what the Chinese game plan is and thwart the endgame before it is upon us, possibly in early winter, advises David Devadas.

7 Pak nationals arrested near Gujarat coast

7 Pak nationals arrested near Gujarat coast

Rediff.com13 Mar 2011

Seven Pakistani nationals have been arrested and their boat seized for entering Indian waters near Jhakhau off the west coast of Kutch district, Indian Coast Guard officials said on Sunday. The boat named Al-Shakira was intercepted on Saturday evening when the Coast Guard team was patrolling Arabian Sea near the India-Pakistan maritime border. The boat had seven Pakistani crew members on board. They are being brought to Okha in Jamnagar, where they will be interrogated.

21 pc of country received 'deficient' rainfall

21 pc of country received 'deficient' rainfall

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Nearly 21 per cent of the country has received "deficient" rainfall till July 31, the India Meteorological Department on Monday said.

Talks with Pak possible if situation improves: Rajnath

Talks with Pak possible if situation improves: Rajnath

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Maintaining that India wants good relations with Pakistan, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said resumption of stalled talks with Islamabad was possible if there was an improvement in the situation.

Shoot those who hoist Pakistani flags in Kashmir: Togadia

Shoot those who hoist Pakistani flags in Kashmir: Togadia

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

It is necessary to shoot people in their chest if they shout slogans in favour of Pakistan and hoist Pakistani flags, Pravin Togadia said.

'How can I stay home when Test cricket is at my doorstep?'

'How can I stay home when Test cricket is at my doorstep?'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

'I would have loved to see Dhoni play the first ever Test in Rajkot.' Fans from Saurashtra share their excitement with Haresh Pandya.

India wakes up to rogue drone threat after Saudi attack

India wakes up to rogue drone threat after Saudi attack

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

While the Saudi drone strike has put the focus back on anti-drone measures, caution also stems from the fact that India has a number of large oil refining assets close to India-Pakistan border.

Salt exports to Japan may dip by 10%

Salt exports to Japan may dip by 10%

Rediff.com14 Mar 2011

Preliminary estimates worked out by the industry experts peg the fall in the exports to Japan at around 10 per cent.

Senior IAF officer dies in Jaguar crash in Gujarat

Senior IAF officer dies in Jaguar crash in Gujarat

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

A Court of Inquiry into the incident has been ordered.

12 Films by Rajinikanth: The Actor, Not Superstar

12 Films by Rajinikanth: The Actor, Not Superstar

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

If you'd like to know more about Rajini the actor, Saisuresh Sivaswamy offers a wide selection.

Vedanta gives Modi's aluminium plant offer a miss

Vedanta gives Modi's aluminium plant offer a miss

Rediff.com17 Nov 2010

Vedanta Aluminium is sourcing half of its bauxite requirement from Bharat Aluminium Company's mines.

Hijacked Indian boats spotted at Seychelles

Hijacked Indian boats spotted at Seychelles

Rediff.com30 Mar 2010

The sailors, who belong to Gujarat's Saurashtra and Kutch regions, had anchored last in the rebel territory of Kismayo in Somalia where they loaded cargo onto their boats. But soon after, they were taken hostage. The pirates have, however, till now not demanded any ransom.

MEA says it's working on evacuation of 70 sailors stranded in Yemen

MEA says it's working on evacuation of 70 sailors stranded in Yemen

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

India on Sunday said it is taking steps to ensure safe evacuation of its nationals from Yemen after a sailors group claimed that 70 seamen from Gujarat are stranded in the war-torn county.

Pak arrests 55 Indian fishermen off Gujarat coast

Pak arrests 55 Indian fishermen off Gujarat coast

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

Fifty-five Indian fishermen were apprehended and their 10 boats seized by Pakistan authorities near international maritime border line off Kutch coast in Gujarat on Wednesday, according to Porbandar-based National Fishworkers' Forum.

2010's top celeb couple -- Mike Douglas-Catherine Zeta Jones

2010's top celeb couple -- Mike Douglas-Catherine Zeta Jones

Rediff.com13 Dec 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

No nod to projects in eco-sensitive zones: Ramesh

No nod to projects in eco-sensitive zones: Ramesh

Rediff.com14 Apr 2010

The National Board for Wildlife, headed by Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh, rejected some big projects, including a port project in Gujarat, signalling that the ministry would not clear projects in ecologically sensitive zones.

Pirates release another Indian dhow

Pirates release another Indian dhow

Rediff.com10 Apr 2010

Somalian pirates have released a fifth Indian dhow with 11 sailors on board while negotiations are on for freeing the remaining three vessels captured last month, a shipping association said in Ahmedabad on Saturday.