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Delhi sealing: SC to hear govt applications on Wed

Delhi sealing: SC to hear govt applications on Wed

Rediff.com14 Nov 2006

While seeking relief for the traders who have given an undertaking to stop the misuse, the MCD sought permission for 'de-sealing' of those premises that are protected under the notifications.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

High realty prices keep big bidders away

High realty prices keep big bidders away

Rediff.com14 Feb 2008

Haryana Urban Development Authority had to defer the auction of an eight-acre plot earmarked for a five-star hotel in the city centre as only one bidder turned up on the day of auction. The authorities told that a quorum of three bidders was a must for the auction to take place.

Bill regularising illegal constructions passed

Bill regularising illegal constructions passed

Rediff.com10 Apr 2006

Tope said action would be taken against those buildings where FSI more than four had been utilised. There are 588 such buildings. He, however, said the government would soon make the roads free of encroachment.

Prez, PM attend prayer meet for Gandhi death anniversary

Prez, PM attend prayer meet for Gandhi death anniversary

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Inter-faith prayer meeting held on Friday at Gandhi Smriti in New Delhi.

Don't know how relationship with AAP govt will improve: Baijal after swearing-in

Don't know how relationship with AAP govt will improve: Baijal after swearing-in

Rediff.com31 Dec 2016

"We all know these problems. We will sit together and work to solve them," he said.

No city can be 'smart' if children not safe: Rijiju

No city can be 'smart' if children not safe: Rijiju

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

Initiatives such as 'Smart City' project cannot be successful unless children are provided with a safe and secure environment, Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju said as he described the statistics on sexual abuse of children in the country as discouraging.

Delhi housing: No permit yet for pvt players

Delhi housing: No permit yet for pvt players

Rediff.com8 Mar 2007

The Delhi Development Authority has not yet allowed private players in housing as guidelines are being drawn up to execute recommendations in this regard in Delhi's new master plan, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday.

CBI questions Hooda in Panchkula land allotment scam

CBI questions Hooda in Panchkula land allotment scam

Rediff.com8 May 2017

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Monday questioned former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda in connection with alleged irregularities in the allotment of 14 industrial plots at Panchkula, by Haryana Urban Development Authority.

Which is India's cleanest railway station?

Which is India's cleanest railway station?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

Cleanliness of stations will be rated as per certain parameters finalised by the Railways.

Mumbai, Pune to have female mayors

Mumbai, Pune to have female mayors

Rediff.com31 Jan 2007

The post was reserved for a woman from Other Backward Classes

Centre moves SC on sealing issue

Centre moves SC on sealing issue

Rediff.com25 Jan 2007

The proposed masterplan 2021 envisages mixed land use, which would cover all the roads protected under the notification.

Modern science can't unravel the pyramids

Modern science can't unravel the pyramids

Rediff.com28 Jul 2006

The have been unable to solve one of ancient history's oldest mysteries, whether the pyramids in Egypt had anything to do with planetary positions.

Infrastructure deficit may dampen GDP target

Infrastructure deficit may dampen GDP target

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

Government on Monday said the huge infrastructure deficit can prove to be a dampener to the 9 per cent gross domestic product growth envisaged by the country during the 11th Five-Year Plan

Agnivesh alleges Jharkhand govt conspiracy behind attack, no arrests yet

Agnivesh alleges Jharkhand govt conspiracy behind attack, no arrests yet

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

The 79-year-old activist also demanded an inquiry by a sitting judge of the Jharkhand high court.

D K Shivakumar: Too useful to too many people

D K Shivakumar: Too useful to too many people

Rediff.com15 Sep 2019

The Congress's master strategist is so incredibly popular and resourceful that even Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa regretted his arrest. That's the secret of D K Shivakumar's success, says Aditi Phadnis.

Sunil Dutt's Delhi home 'illegally occupied'

Sunil Dutt's Delhi home 'illegally occupied'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2006

298 quarters are illegally occupied.

Naidu misses appointment due to AI flight delay; airline says pilot stuck in traffic

Naidu misses appointment due to AI flight delay; airline says pilot stuck in traffic

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

The flight was scheduled to depart at 1.45 pm but due to the non-availability of the pilot it could take off only at 2.30 pm.

New plan to curb film piracy

New plan to curb film piracy

Rediff.com24 Nov 2005

The optical disk legislation is being worked out in the country to curb film piracy, Union Urban Development and Culture Minister, S Jaipal Reddy, said in Panaji on Thursday.

Delhi: Respite for 25,000 traders

Delhi: Respite for 25,000 traders

Rediff.com15 Nov 2006

"The 25,000 traders should avail of this opportunity and give the required information on a clear sheet of paper to the monitoring committee," Jaipal Reddy said.

Centre moves SC for relief for sealing-hit traders

Centre moves SC for relief for sealing-hit traders

Rediff.com13 Nov 2006

The sealing drive in the city also resumed on Monday, while traders continued to protest.

HC orders reopening of sealed shops in Gandhinagar

HC orders reopening of sealed shops in Gandhinagar

Rediff.com6 Nov 2006

"After the order, GUDA has started the work of reopening the shops," advocate for the shop owners Pinakin Rawal said.

PM, 57 ministers to mark Yoga Day events across India

PM, 57 ministers to mark Yoga Day events across India

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

While Modi will be performing yoga along with thousands of people at the Capitol Complex in Chandigarh, his cabinet colleagues Singh and Jaitley have been assigned the task of leading the 2nd IYD programmes in Lucknow and Mumbai respectively.

Mufti to step down as CM on Saturday

Mufti to step down as CM on Saturday

Rediff.com28 Oct 2005

Property prices might come down in Delhi-NCR

Property prices might come down in Delhi-NCR

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Property prices will come down once there is a steady supply in the Delhi market, which could happen in the next three to four years.

Real estate regulator Bill next year

Real estate regulator Bill next year

Rediff.com11 Oct 2006

Mumbai, Bangalore get nod for metro rail

Mumbai, Bangalore get nod for metro rail

Rediff.com7 Apr 2006

The Cabinet has cleared the proposal for metro rail in Hyderabad, Mumbai and Bangalore, Union Minister for Urban Development Minister Jaipal Reddy said on Friday.

No police memorial in Delhi?

No police memorial in Delhi?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2007

The GoM's recommendation will go to the Cabinet for a final decision.

Centre moves HC seeking time on demolitions

Centre moves HC seeking time on demolitions

Rediff.com24 Feb 2006

The affidavit is likely to come up for hearing on Friday.

Centre keen to develop Agra as model tourist spot

Centre keen to develop Agra as model tourist spot

Rediff.com12 Jul 2007

As Taj Mahal was named one of the seven wonders of the world in an unofficial global poll, the Centre today said it is keen on developing the Agra city as a model tourist destination.

'Diplomacy without economic inputs meaningless'

'Diplomacy without economic inputs meaningless'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2006

Baru, who has held top editorial positions in several dailies, said trade creates greater security through interdependence and prosperity is a necessary condition for power.

Only 10 smart cities may get funds from Centre this year

Only 10 smart cities may get funds from Centre this year

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Of the 100 cities 20 were to get funding in 2015-16.

Delhi Metro's 'driver-less' trains hit the track

Delhi Metro's 'driver-less' trains hit the track

Rediff.com17 May 2016

The trial run of Delhi Metro's swanky new 'driver-less' trains began on Tuesday, setting the ball rolling on what promises to be a technological feat in the country's public transport system in little more than a year, when they will run on 'unattended' mode.

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

In a video, announcing her candidacy for the office, Harris said, "Justice. Decency. Equality. Freedom. Democracy. These aren't just words. They're the values we as Americans cherish. And they're all on the line now. The future of our country depends on you and millions of others lifting our voices to fight for our American values. That's why I'm running for president of the United States."

Pet projects, tea on menu at PM Modi's party

Pet projects, tea on menu at PM Modi's party

Rediff.com26 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious projects such as the Clean India campaign and the MP Model Village scheme will be taken up during the high tea for National Democratic Alliance MPs on Sunday evening with a view to seek their support and participation for its success.

'Land issues are ubiquitous across nations'

'Land issues are ubiquitous across nations'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

After the Maharashtra government has scrapped the Mumbai redevelopment plan, there could be major change in state policy.

PM to inaugurate Metro's longest line

PM to inaugurate Metro's longest line

Rediff.com24 Dec 2005

PM to inaugurate Metro's longest line on Dec 30