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Maharashtra govt becomes new owner of iconic Air India building

Maharashtra govt becomes new owner of iconic Air India building

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The Maharashtra government has become the owner of iconic Air India building with the Union government approving transfer of the asset on Thursday. The Maharashtra government bought the Air India building at Nariman Point in Mumbai for Rs 1,601 crore. "GoI has approved transfer of Air India building, Mumbai of AI Assets Holding Company Ltd (AIAHL) to Government of Maharashtra (GoM) at consideration of Rs.1601 cr. GoM has agreed to waive dues of Rs. 298.42 cr, which would have been otherwise payable by AIAHL to GoM for this transaction," DIPAM secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey said in a post on X.

Gains for Bata hinge on recovery hopes, rising premium portfolio

Gains for Bata hinge on recovery hopes, rising premium portfolio

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

The stock of footwear major Bata India has been the highest gainer among larger listed footwear companies since the start of the month on expectations of a recovery in the value segment, new launches and measures by the new government to boost consumption. The third largest footwear maker by market capitalisation has been trailing its peers over the past few quarters due to the slowdown in the mass segment market which accounts for a significant chunk of its revenues.

Recipes: Sreeja's Ulli Theeyal and Beetroot Pachadi for Onam

Recipes: Sreeja's Ulli Theeyal and Beetroot Pachadi for Onam

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

On the occasion of Onam, whip up a baby onion curry and a raita made from beets

RBI imposes biz restrictions on Edelweiss

RBI imposes biz restrictions on Edelweiss

Rediff.com30 May 2024

The Reserve Bank on Wednesday imposed business restrictions on Edelweiss Group's lending and asset reconstruction arms on concerns over evergreening of loans. The central bank has asked ECL Finance Ltd (ECL) to cease and desist from undertaking any structured transactions in respect of its wholesale exposures, other than repayment and/or closure of accounts, an official statement said.

A Bhinmal Diwali and Dal Ka Halwa

A Bhinmal Diwali and Dal Ka Halwa

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Jayanti Soni and her family return each year to Bhinmal, when they can, to celebrate Diwali in her family home.

'Capital Gains Tax Changes May Impact Investment Behaviour'

'Capital Gains Tax Changes May Impact Investment Behaviour'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

'Volumes in F&O trading had gone up rapidly and, in a way, the increase in STT on F&O will protect investor interest.'

Delicious Food The Mughal Emperors Ate

Delicious Food The Mughal Emperors Ate

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The range of food at banquets at the Mughal court consisted of delicacies that commoners could not ever dream of.

India The Diplomatic Ambassador In Global Crises

India The Diplomatic Ambassador In Global Crises

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Times have changed, situations have changed, but the basic nature of superpower geo-politics remains the same and so also India's diplomacy -- call it non-alignment, strategic autonomy or neutrality; it all depends on the time scale, notes Rup Narayan Das.

When Was Butter Chicken Created?

When Was Butter Chicken Created?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

The genesis of India's most-loved dish may go to canny cooks in the Mughal era, notes Sandeep Goyal.

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Uzbekistan lives comfortably in several centuries but is also a forward-looking nation, Deepa Gahlot discovers on a visit to this Central Asian country.

2 Fun Mango Recipes For Your Mom

2 Fun Mango Recipes For Your Mom

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Celebrate Mother's Day with a scrumptious mango dessert. Or a cocktail.

Recipes: Make Your Own Ghar Ka Masalas

Recipes: Make Your Own Ghar Ka Masalas

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Homemade is best. Safe. Pure. Tasty.

Airtel, Vi to raise mobile tariff by 10-24% from first week of July

Airtel, Vi to raise mobile tariff by 10-24% from first week of July

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea will roll out revised mobile service tariffs increasing rates in the range of 10-24 per cent from the first week of July. Bharti Airtel announced a 10-21 per cent hike in prepaid and postpaid mobile tariffs from July 3, a day after larger rival Reliance Jio announced an increase in rates. Later in the day, loss-making telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) also announced its plan to raise mobile tariffs by 11-24 per cent from July 4.

Investigative journalism doesn't enjoy any special protection: HC

Investigative journalism doesn't enjoy any special protection: HC

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

The freedom of press can not be used to violate a person's 'inherent' right to reputation and investigative journalism does not enjoy any special protection, the Bombay high court has said while asking a journalist to remove online articles and videos targeting a businessman.

On Ravana's Trail

On Ravana's Trail

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

There is definitely much more to the mythical king than his ten heads and his abduction of Sita.

Recipe: Traditional North Indian Jackfruit Pickle, Mango Pickle

Recipe: Traditional North Indian Jackfruit Pickle, Mango Pickle

Rediff.com15 May 2024

What tastes better with dahi-rice, dal-chawal or puris than the season's newly-made home pickle?

Air Fryers, Sizzling Beer, Cheese Sandwiches

Air Fryers, Sizzling Beer, Cheese Sandwiches

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Should you buy an air fryer. Is it for you? What can you make with it?

VOTE! India's BEST beach

VOTE! India's BEST beach

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

India has one of the world's longest coastlines. So it's not surprising that India's stunning beaches are a huge draw for tourists and locals alike.

We will deal with it: HC raps Maha for denying benefits to martyr's wife

We will deal with it: HC raps Maha for denying benefits to martyr's wife

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

A division bench of Justices Girish Kulkarni and Firdosh Pooniwalla said it was "not happy " and "surprised" with the government's stand despite orders passed by the court asking the chief minister to consider the matter as a "special case".

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?

Christmas Recipe: Audrey Crasto's Guava Cheese, Rose Cookies

Christmas Recipe: Audrey Crasto's Guava Cheese, Rose Cookies

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Audrey Crasto's Guava Cheese and Rose Cookies make Christmas a treat!

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Government was watching Gandhiji's mood to know if he had cooled down. They found out from his letters and utterances that he was the same old firebrand and even more determined than before.

India, Iran sign 10-year Chabahar pact

India, Iran sign 10-year Chabahar pact

Rediff.com13 May 2024

India and Iran on Monday signed a 10-year contract for the operation of a terminal at the strategically important Chabahar port in Iran, a move that will boost regional connectivity as well as trade ties. This is the first time India will take over the management of an overseas port that will also have a multiplier effect on trade among India, Iran and Afghanistan as efforts continue to directly tap the potential in Central Asia, bypassing neighbouring Pakistan.

Maharashtra govt to acquire Air India building for Rs 1601 crore

Maharashtra govt to acquire Air India building for Rs 1601 crore

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Maharashtra government on Wednesday decided to acquire the iconic Air India building at Nariman Point in Mumbai for Rs 1,601 crore. The decision was taken at a meeting of the state cabinet in Mumbai. The meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, also decided to waive off around Rs 250 crore unrealised income and interest on the property, an official said.

10 Overrated Indian Destinations

10 Overrated Indian Destinations

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Popular doesn't always mean best. Here's why.

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Exploring the best of Indian roads.

Recipe: Deepa's Bathua-Stuffed Parathas

Recipe: Deepa's Bathua-Stuffed Parathas

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

When the winter weed-like green hits the bazaars, cash in on it and gorge on bathua parathas.

BJP leader gives in to pressure, cancels daughter's wedding to Muslim man

BJP leader gives in to pressure, cancels daughter's wedding to Muslim man

Rediff.com21 May 2023

Talking to reporters in Pauri, Yashpal Benam, the bride's father and Pauri municipal chairman, said he thought of getting his daughter married to a Muslim youth for her happiness.

'Had liberalisation not taken place, I may have gone back to the US'

'Had liberalisation not taken place, I may have gone back to the US'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

An exclusive excerpt from The Tatas: How A Family Built A Business And A Nation.

5 Skill Lessons For YOU

5 Skill Lessons For YOU

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Communication skills, negotiation skills, social skills, etiquette, behavioural skills, etc, should be part of your learning. Develop confidence because that's the key to success, advises rediffGURU Archana Deshpande.

When Justice Ahmadi Sentenced Terrorists To Death

When Justice Ahmadi Sentenced Terrorists To Death

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Determined not to be arm-twisted into delaying the execution, he decided to hold a late night hearing at his residence. In the pitch blackness of the night, the original verdict was upheld. The next morning, on 9 October 1992, General Vaidya's assassins were hanged until death.

Recipe: Richard Holkar's Murgi Survedar

Recipe: Richard Holkar's Murgi Survedar

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

This recipe has a wonderful royal touch.

10 Millets To Include In Your Diet

10 Millets To Include In Your Diet

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Millets can provide nutritional security against deficiencies, especially in children and women, says Sreejith Moolayil, co-founder and COO, True Elements.

Ahmednagar to be renamed after Ahilyadevi Holkar, announces Maha CM

Ahmednagar to be renamed after Ahilyadevi Holkar, announces Maha CM

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Earlier, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said at the function that he would request CM Shinde to rename Ahmednagar city as Ahilyanagar'.

Recipe: Delicious Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Recipe: Delicious Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The lowly kadu is promoted to an awesome pumpkin soup.

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Gandhiji asked me if I had sufficient warm clothes in view of the coming cold season. I said yes. But he verified my statement by asking Miraben to search my bag to make sure. Such was Gandhiji.

Recipe: Vaal Or Butter Beans Curry

Recipe: Vaal Or Butter Beans Curry

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Quick, nutritious curry of butter beans that tastes wonderful slopped over rice or had with garam rotis.

PIX: Here's where Deepika-Ranveer will marry

PIX: Here's where Deepika-Ranveer will marry

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

Step inside Deepika-Ranveer's fairy-tale wedding venue.

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'People don't know about the immense pressures that come with this position -- every decision a judge takes affects real people and their lives.' 'This is not a job that one can take lightly.' A

VOTE! India's BEST airport

VOTE! India's BEST airport

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

Delhi's Indira Gandhi airport and Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji airport handle more than half of India's air traffic.