News for 'Agra'

In non-cigarettes push, how ITC built more than 25 FMCG mother brands

In non-cigarettes push, how ITC built more than 25 FMCG mother brands

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

A young couple sharing a laugh - in the living room over a Polish joke book, on the beach, in the rain - with the tagline, "Made for each other", hung from billboards at prominent street corners from the 1960s to the 1990s. It was a campaign for one of the largest selling cigarette brands in India, Wills (Navy Cut) from the ITC stable, that resonated with a generation of smokers and non-smokers alike till the curtains came down on tobacco advertising in 2004. As we prepare to welcome 2024, ITC has metamorphosed from a tobacco giant into a conglomerate straddling multiple large-sized businesses. In the mind space of Gen Z or millennials, the company represents a gamut of branded products - from frozen food (ITC Master Chef), noodles (YiPPee!), and cookies (Sunfeast) to snacks (Bingo!) and notebooks (Classmate), and so on and so forth.

Delhi car drag victim's friend was arrested in 2020 in drugs case

Delhi car drag victim's friend was arrested in 2020 in drugs case

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

Nidhi was arrested in Agra in a Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, (1985) case according to an FIR registered in December 2020.

Shall I shoot myself too? RPF jawan asked wife after killing 4 in train

Shall I shoot myself too? RPF jawan asked wife after killing 4 in train

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

Her statement also mentioned that the accused had a "blood clot" in the brain and was taking medicines for the same.

Pervez Musharraf: Leopard Never Changed Its Spots

Pervez Musharraf: Leopard Never Changed Its Spots

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

To consider Pervez Musharraf a real force for peace is an absurdity, declares Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

What India, US, Saudi Arabia, UAE Discussed

What India, US, Saudi Arabia, UAE Discussed

Rediff.com9 May 2023

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Sunday, May 7, 2023, held a meeting with his US counterpart Jake Sullivan, United Arab Emirates counterpart Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Saudi Arabia Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and discussed means to strengthen ties between the countries.

Truckers' stir turns violent in Rajasthan; fuel rush across many states

Truckers' stir turns violent in Rajasthan; fuel rush across many states

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Petrol pumps in many cities witnessed long queues on Tuesday as people came to fill up their vehicle tanks fearing shortage of fuel amid the protest by truck drivers against a provision in the new penal law on hit-and-run accident cases involving motorists.

Stringent curbs set in but Delhi's air quality still 'severe'

Stringent curbs set in but Delhi's air quality still 'severe'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The poisonous haze has been causing significant problems for people with existing respiratory issues, according to doctors.

Does No One Want To Visit The Taj Anymore?

Does No One Want To Visit The Taj Anymore?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'Rather than visiting famous monuments, travellers now prefer "experiential activities" such as biking, trekking/hiking, camping, river rafting, yachting, parasailing and zip lining; safaris and jungle adventures; and wellness holidays to rejuvenate themselves.'

Delhi to Agra in 2 hrs: Yamuna E-way opens for traffic

Delhi to Agra in 2 hrs: Yamuna E-way opens for traffic

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

The 165km-long Yamuna Expressway, which will reduce commuting time between Greater Noida and Agra to a mere two hours, was thrown open on Thursday, after months of delay.

When A Supermodel Romances The Taj

When A Supermodel Romances The Taj

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Ex-Victoria's Secret model Jasmine Tookes and husband Juan David Borrero visit the world's greatest symbol of love.

Five years of GST: Recovery of input tax credit still a struggle

Five years of GST: Recovery of input tax credit still a struggle

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

Agra has long been known for the Taj Mahal, but it is also a manufacturing hub filled with micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) that make everything from electronic components to metal products, from paints and chemicals to footwear. And five years after the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the MSMEs here complain that while the indirect tax regime has been transformative, cutting out the need to file multiple taxes, its biggest drawback has been the delay in credit refunds. Whoever you speak to - MSME owners, tax lawyers, or industry bodies like the National Chambers of Industries and Commerce (NCIC), Agra Footwear Manufacturers and Exporters Chamber (AFMEC) and Agra Shoe Manufacturers Association (ASMA) - they all emphasise that the GST continues to face some key challenges.

UP: Theft accused dies in custody; Priyanka stopped from meeting family

UP: Theft accused dies in custody; Priyanka stopped from meeting family

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

"Do I need somebody's permission whenever I move out of Lucknow? Is there a problem why I am not being allowed to go to Agra, is there a law and order issue," she asked policemen who stopped her cavalcade.

Will New Delhi, Agra shut down partially for Obama visit?

Will New Delhi, Agra shut down partially for Obama visit?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Ahead of United States President Barack Obama's visit to New Delhi, an advance American team held talks on agenda and security-related aspects on Friday even as top Pentagon official Frank Kendall will arrive on January 21 to give final touches to defence-related content.

Yeh Hai India: Wah! Taj, Ek Selfie Toh Banta Hai!

Yeh Hai India: Wah! Taj, Ek Selfie Toh Banta Hai!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

Sadhus take a selfie in front of the Taj Mahal on a hot summer day in Agra

Kartik-Kriti's Day Out At The Taj Mahal

Kartik-Kriti's Day Out At The Taj Mahal

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Priyanka's day out with Malti... Neha relaxes in Dubai... Sharmila enjoys an exhibition...

Cops say Somnath Bharti hiding in Agra; acting like pro criminal

Cops say Somnath Bharti hiding in Agra; acting like pro criminal

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

According to police sources, Bharti is believed to be hiding somewhere near Agra.

Randeep asked, 'Tum Jat ho kya?'

Randeep asked, 'Tum Jat ho kya?'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

'Randeep Hooda's a very bossy kind of person.'

Akhilesh Yadav elected SP president for 3rd time

Akhilesh Yadav elected SP president for 3rd time

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

Declaring the result of the election at the Samajwadi Party national convention at Ramabai Ambedkar stadium here, Ram Gopal Yadav said Akhilesh Yadav was the only candidate for the post.

371 Films And Shows To Watch!

371 Films And Shows To Watch!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Aseem Chhabra rates the movies he's watched in 2023, and tells you where you can watch them!

Covid's XBB.1.5 variant cases rise to 7 in India

Covid's XBB.1.5 variant cases rise to 7 in India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Of the seven cases, three were found in Gujarat and one each in Karnataka, Telangana, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan, Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) said.

Celebrating Ganga Dussehra

Celebrating Ganga Dussehra

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Devotees gathered in Varanasi, Prayagraj, Patna, Moradabad, Haridwar, Agra and Kolkata on the occasion of Ganga Dussehra, June 9, 2022.

10 STUNNING Films I Watched In Cannes

10 STUNNING Films I Watched In Cannes

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Twelve days of movie madness and 36 films later, Aseem Chhabra lists his top 10 favourite films from this year's Cannes Film Festival.

Monga, Murugan Showcase Tradition At Cannes

Monga, Murugan Showcase Tradition At Cannes

Rediff.com17 May 2023

Four Indian films have made it to the official selection at Cannes Film Festival.

Army, IAF special forces carry out multi-domain drill in eastern sector

Army, IAF special forces carry out multi-domain drill in eastern sector

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

The exercise was aimed at validating joint plans for strategic airlift of specialised forces employing IAF's fixed and rotary wing platforms by landing and dropping in designated areas for undertaking kinetic actions, they said.

India Feels The Heat

India Feels The Heat

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Scenes from a hot summer day.

No proof if Seema Haider is a Pakistani spy: UP police

No proof if Seema Haider is a Pakistani spy: UP police

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Uttar Pradesh Special Director General of Police Prashant Kumar on Wednesday said it would not be appropriate to say if Pakistani citizen Seema Haider, who entered India illegally in May and is staying with her partner in Noida, is a spy "unless we have enough proof".

Blast at Nashik chemical firm; 2 dead, 17 injured in fire

Blast at Nashik chemical firm; 2 dead, 17 injured in fire

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

The blast was so strong that it was heard in nearby villages. The fire and smoke could be seen from a distance.

Kashmiris who cheered for Pak team charged with sedition, sent to jail

Kashmiris who cheered for Pak team charged with sedition, sent to jail

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

The three students, two of them aged 20 and one 21, were also remanded in 14-day judicial custody by an Agra court, the officials said.

Car drags man's body for 10 km on Yamuna Expressway in UP

Car drags man's body for 10 km on Yamuna Expressway in UP

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

The driver told the police that he was not aware that the body was stuck under the car and attributed it to poor visibility caused by dense fog.

IAF crash: Wg Cdr Chauhan's father recalls his journey

IAF crash: Wg Cdr Chauhan's father recalls his journey

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

He joined the Indian Air Force in Hyderabad in 2000 and was currently posted at the Indian Airforce station in Sulur. Tamil Nadu.

Former U'khand governor Baby Rani Maurya sworn in as UP minister

Former U'khand governor Baby Rani Maurya sworn in as UP minister

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

On Friday, the 65-year-old Dalit leader was sworn-in as an Uttar Pradesh cabinet minister.

Remembering Nitin Desai's Magic

Remembering Nitin Desai's Magic

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

We remember some of Nitin Chandrakant Desai most influential works.

PIX: Deepak Chahar, Jaya Bhardwaj tie the knot

PIX: Deepak Chahar, Jaya Bhardwaj tie the knot

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

India pace bowler Deepak Chahar tied the knot with girlfriend Jaya Bharadwaj in Agra on Wednesday.

Mobile internet suspended in Nuh amid call for 'Shobha Yatra'

Mobile internet suspended in Nuh amid call for 'Shobha Yatra'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

The government announced the decision apprehending spread of rumours through social media by anti-social elements ahead or during the rally called to be held on Monday.

19 persons drown across UP in 24 hours; 14 bodies recovered, 5 missing

19 persons drown across UP in 24 hours; 14 bodies recovered, 5 missing

Rediff.com31 May 2023

While 14 bodies have been recovered, five were still missing, they said.

'Main kya tumhe villain lagti hu?'

'Main kya tumhe villain lagti hu?'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

'Vishal told me he envisioned me while writing (the script), but I was not well.' 'He called me and said, 'Navindraji, hum aap ka dhyaan rakhenge set par.' 'That's how I got on board, and they really pampered me.'

'Where Modi and Doval take India remains to be seen'

'Where Modi and Doval take India remains to be seen'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

'They are both very individualistic and have similar personalities.'

The Wall At The Taj

The Wall At The Taj

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

His wards are busy playing the IPL, so Indian cricket's Head Coach Rahul Dravid took some time off to savour the majesty of the Taj Mahal in Agra.

BJP adds third engine in UP, sweeps all 17 mayoral polls

BJP adds third engine in UP, sweeps all 17 mayoral polls

Rediff.com13 May 2023

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party won the mayoral elections in 10 of the 17 municipal corporations in Uttar Pradesh, results for which were announced on Saturday, virtually adding a third engine to its "double-engine" government.

PFI official from Kerala nabbed in Hathras conspiracy case

PFI official from Kerala nabbed in Hathras conspiracy case

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

The Uttar Pradesh police on Friday said it has arrested a "functionary" of the banned Popular Front of India (PFI) from Kerala on charges of conspiracy to trigger riots in the wake of the alleged gangrape and death of a Dalit girl in Hathras in 2020.