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Maharashtra farmers seek better pricing for produce

Maharashtra farmers seek better pricing for produce

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

A group of onion traders gathered at the Pimpalgaon Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC), near Nashik, to inspect one of the season's final harvests of red onions as they look to place their bids. They were surrounded by farmers, who brought their produce here from different parts of the district. Farmers have reasons to be optimistic.

Cong, BJP spar over Manmohan Singh's funeral site

Cong, BJP spar over Manmohan Singh's funeral site

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The Congress on Saturday accused the Centre of insulting Dr Manmohan Singh, the country's first Sikh prime minister, by carrying out his last rites at the Nigambodh Ghat instead of a designated spot that could later become his memorial.

Bulldozer action on actor Nagarjuna's convention centre

Bulldozer action on actor Nagarjuna's convention centre

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Nagarjuna in a post on 'X' said they had "not done any actions in violation of law" and the demolition was clearly carried out "wrongfully based on misinformation".

Godrej Properties to gain from strong land portfolio, demand outlook

Godrej Properties to gain from strong land portfolio, demand outlook

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Expansion of its development portfolio, brokerage upgrades, and strong outlook have led to a 15 per cent gain for the stock of real estate major Godrej Properties (GPL) in six trading sessions. The company recently acquired a 53-acre land parcel in Joka, Kolkata with an estimated development potential of 1.3 million square feet of saleable area with an estimated revenue potential of Rs 500 crore.

'Land for mosque must be given in acquired 67-acre area'

'Land for mosque must be given in acquired 67-acre area'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

'We will not accept this lollypop. They must make clear that where they want to give us the land'

Understand Russian feeling; will acquire Canada: Trump's big remarks

Understand Russian feeling; will acquire Canada: Trump's big remarks

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said that he understands the Russian feeling with NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) being on their doorstep.

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Tamil Nadu government is set to unveil a housing initiative for 18,720 women employed by Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, a key supplier to iPhone-maker Apple, this Saturday. The project, located at Vallam Vadagal near Chennai, marks the first time an Indian state government has constructed a hostel of this scale for a private firm - a model that's been successful in China and Vietnam.

NIA attaches PFI's weapons training centre spread over 10 acres in Kerala

NIA attaches PFI's weapons training centre spread over 10 acres in Kerala

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The NIA, on March 17, filed a charge sheet against 59 accused, including the PFI as an organisation, in a case registered last year.

Maharashtra asks Centre to raise non-creamy layer ceiling to Rs 15 lakh

Maharashtra asks Centre to raise non-creamy layer ceiling to Rs 15 lakh

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

The ordinance will be tabled in the next session of the legislature, it said, adding that 27 posts were approved for the commission.

Hum hain naye...: When CJI refers to 'Dil Chahta Hai'

Hum hain naye...: When CJI refers to 'Dil Chahta Hai'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Speaking after laying the foundation stone of the Bombay high court's new complex on land allotted by the Maharashtra government in Mumbai's upscale Bandra area, he noted the mega project was a collaboration between the state and the judiciary to provide modern infrastructure to citizens.

The Spy Who Became A Farmer

The Spy Who Became A Farmer

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Everything about farming is enjoyable and relaxing.'

Gujarat sells 200 acres allotted to Peugeot

Gujarat sells 200 acres allotted to Peugeot

Rediff.com2 Jan 2013

While the carmaker still has another 300-odd acres to set up the proposed plant, state government officials said the government might sell the remaining land, too, if the demand came up in future.

BJP guarantees jobs to every Agniveer in Haryana, Rs 2,100 to women

BJP guarantees jobs to every Agniveer in Haryana, Rs 2,100 to women

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday released its manifesto for the October 5 Haryana assembly polls, promising a monthly assistance of Rs 2,100 for women, two lakh government jobs for the youth and guaranteed government job for Agniveers hailing from the state.

ISL: Sensational NorthEast crush Jamshedpur by record margin

ISL: Sensational NorthEast crush Jamshedpur by record margin

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

NorthEast United FC delivered a sensational performance in front of their home crowd, claiming a resounding 5-0 victory against Jamshedpur FC in the Indian Super League in Guwahati on Saturday.

Samsung Plant To Resume After 37 Day Strike

Samsung Plant To Resume After 37 Day Strike

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Employees were told to return to work from Monday onwards for a fresh start for improved production.

Tata Hitachi reaps rich harvest, from field to factory

Tata Hitachi reaps rich harvest, from field to factory

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

It was the summer of 2006 (May 18). Writers' Building, then the state secretariat, was buzzing with journalists. The event marked the start of Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee's second term as chief minister. And in style, it got off with West Bengal bagging the small car plant, Nano.

Prior approval needed for prosecuting public servants under PMLA: SC

Prior approval needed for prosecuting public servants under PMLA: SC

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih, therefore, dismissed a plea of the Enforcement Directorate challenging a high court verdict that quashed the cognisance order of the agency's complaint (chargesheet) against two IAS officers.

EPL PIX: Liverpool demolish Spurs; United shocked

EPL PIX: Liverpool demolish Spurs; United shocked

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday night.

Farah-Sajid's Emotional Goodbye To Their Mum

Farah-Sajid's Emotional Goodbye To Their Mum

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

It was an emotional weekend for Farah and Sajid Khan when they visited the Barnes School and Junior College in the picturesque hill station of Devlali in Nasik district.

Kajol Salutes 2 Biggest Teachers Of Her Life

Kajol Salutes 2 Biggest Teachers Of Her Life

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Film folk celebrated their gurus on Teacher's Day by sharing lovely pictures and posts.

Want To Buy A Bungalow For Rs 325 Crore?

Want To Buy A Bungalow For Rs 325 Crore?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Enquiries indicate it belongs to an industrialist with links to a prominent cricketer.

MUDA case: Sidda quizzed by Lokayukta police for 2 hrs, says told them truth

MUDA case: Sidda quizzed by Lokayukta police for 2 hrs, says told them truth

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

The Karnataka CM is facing allegations of illegalities in the allotment of 14 sites to his wife Parvathi B M by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA).

'Growth Of Cheese Market In India Is Exponential'

'Growth Of Cheese Market In India Is Exponential'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

'Only 20 per cent of families in India buy cheese twice once a year.'

UP govt allots 5 acres of land to Sunni Waqf Board

UP govt allots 5 acres of land to Sunni Waqf Board

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

Would have constructed Ram temple on 5 acre land if given to us: UP Shia Central Waqf Board

Govt to amend Wakf law for transparency, women inclusion

Govt to amend Wakf law for transparency, women inclusion

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

The Bill to amend the Wakf Act, 1995, will make it mandatory for Waqf boards to register their properties with district collectors to ensure their actual valuation.

L&T eyes up to Rs 40K cr in pre-sales from realty business

L&T eyes up to Rs 40K cr in pre-sales from realty business

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Buoyed by regulatory overhaul and infrastructure boom, engineering conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has identified realty business as one of its growth engines for the next 10 years and plans to acquire land parcels while expanding pre-sales, said a senior company executive. L&T Realty has started looking out to acquire land parcels and grab partnership development opportunities across markets to scale up its business. "We are making some strides in that direction, albeit cautiously.

High Drama On Day 1 At SCG

High Drama On Day 1 At SCG

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

A survivalist's mindset sees Indian batsmen fail again on the first day of the SCG Test.

EPL: City's nightmare continues; Liverpool extend lead

EPL: City's nightmare continues; Liverpool extend lead

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee bagged two goals apiece as Manchester United thumped Everton 4-0 on Sunday in new manager Ruben Amorim's first Premier League match at Old Trafford.

We will restore them if..: SC warns Gujarat on demolitions

We will restore them if..: SC warns Gujarat on demolitions

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday said if it finds that authorities in Gujarat acted in contempt of its order on demolition of properties, it will ask them to restore the structures.

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

When you are defending to save a game, a loose delivery comes along and you suddenly opt to play an attacking shot, you are unlikely to hit as well as if you were playing your naturally aggressive game all along. First Pant, then Jaiswal, found that out the costly way, observes Prem Panicker.

Ayodhya: Hindu Mahasabha seeks review of 5-acre plot to Muslims

Ayodhya: Hindu Mahasabha seeks review of 5-acre plot to Muslims

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

While, Mahasabha plea seeks 'limited review' of the verdict, another review plea has been filed by activists.

Britain's King Charles visits Bengaluru for Ayurvedic treatment

Britain's King Charles visits Bengaluru for Ayurvedic treatment

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Britain's King Charles is on a personal visit to Bengaluru where he is staying at a sprawling integrative medical facility near Whitefield, sources said on Wednesday.

Who Will Take Over The Godrej Empires?

Who Will Take Over The Godrej Empires?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Pirojsha Godrej, 43, patriarch Adi Godrej's son, is set to take over as chairman of the Godrej Industries Group from 2026 whol Nyrika Holkar, Smita Godrej Crishna's 42-year-old daughter, has emerged as the face of the Godrej Enterprises Group.

Hemant Soren released from jail after 5 months

Hemant Soren released from jail after 5 months

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The high court of Jharkhand on Friday granted bail to former chief minister Hemant Soren in a money laundering case linked to a land scam.

How Lawrence Bishnoi manages to run a 700-member gang from prison

How Lawrence Bishnoi manages to run a 700-member gang from prison

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Despite being lodged in prison, Bishnoi has allegedly managed to execute murders of many high-profile people, including Punjabi singer Siddhu Moosewala in 2022, Karni Sena chief Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi in 2023, besides orchestrating firing outside the residences of singers A P Dhillon and Gippy Garewal in Canada, the officer said.

ED attaches Rs 31-cr worth land 'belonging' to Soren

ED attaches Rs 31-cr worth land 'belonging' to Soren

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached 8.86 acres of land in Ranchi allegedly owned by former Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren as part of a money laundering investigation against him and his associates, the federal agency said on Thursday.

All about BCCI's new National Cricket Academy

All about BCCI's new National Cricket Academy

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The new National Cricket Academy which was inaugurated in Bengaluru on Sunday has been renamed as the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

'Engineering marvel' Mumbai coastal road inaugurated

'Engineering marvel' Mumbai coastal road inaugurated

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

A 10.5-kilometer-long stretch will be opened for traffic in the first phase, an official earlier said, adding that motorists can enter the coastal road from Worli Seaface, Haji Ali interchange and Amarson's interchange points, and exit at Marine Lines.

26,100 acres for DLF's SEZs

26,100 acres for DLF's SEZs

Rediff.com2 Jun 2007

India's biggest realty firm, DLF is betting on special economic zones (SEZs). The zones will cover an area of 26,100 acres and the company expects to take control of the land in the next two years.

Dharavi, Racecourse Deals Reverberate In Mumbai Polls

Dharavi, Racecourse Deals Reverberate In Mumbai Polls

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Despite Dharavi being located in the Mumbai North Central constituency and Mahalaxmi Racecourse in South Mumbai, the issues have caught the attention of all parties and their candidates.