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IIT topper wins gold at Physics Olympiad

IIT topper wins gold at Physics Olympiad

Rediff.com31 Jul 2008

Two months after he topped the Joint Entrance Examination for admission to the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Patna resident Shitikanth has won the gold medal at the 39th International Physics Olympiad held at Hanoi, Vietnam.The International Physics Olympiad was held between July 22 and July 28, said Shitikanth's father Dr Arun Kumar Barnwal.Shitikanth, who was one of the students selected to represent India, said that he was excited after winning the gold medal

Bajoria buys more Bombay Dyeing shares

Bajoria buys more Bombay Dyeing shares

Rediff.com9 Apr 2003

In a fresh move, Arun Bajoria entity Mega Resources Ltd has picked up additional 560,000 shares of Bombay Dyeing and Mfg Co Ltd taking Bajoria and associates holding to 4.9 per cent.

BJD to put up 27% OBC candidates in panchayat polls

BJD to put up 27% OBC candidates in panchayat polls

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

In what analysts are terming as a political masterstroke, the ruling Biju Janata Dal President Naveen Patnaik Friday decided that his party will field candidates from Other Backward Castes (OBC) for 27 per cent of seats in the forthcoming three-tier panchayat elections in Odisha.

'You talk about fighting China, Pakistan, but you can't handle a state with 25 lakh people'

'You talk about fighting China, Pakistan, but you can't handle a state with 25 lakh people'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

'Is this how you plan to run India? Is this how you plan to save India?' 'If this is your plan, then what happened in Manipur will start happening all over the country.'

New bill proposes Cabinet minister, not CJI in EC selection panel

New bill proposes Cabinet minister, not CJI in EC selection panel

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

This is in contrast to a Supreme Court judgment of March which said the panel should comprise of the prime minister, the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha and the Chief Justice of India.

Voters get their fingers inked in Phase 4 of UP polls

Voters get their fingers inked in Phase 4 of UP polls

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

The districts where polling was held were Pilibhit, Lakhimpur Kheri, Sitapur, Hardoi, Unnao, Lucknow, Rae Bareli, Banda, and Fatehpur.

Public sector banks' total profit crosses Rs 1 lakh crore-mark in FY23

Public sector banks' total profit crosses Rs 1 lakh crore-mark in FY23

Rediff.com21 May 2023

Public sector banks' cumulative profit crossed the Rs 1 lakh crore-mark in the financial year ended March 2023, with market leader State Bank of India (SBI) accounting for nearly half of the total earnings. From posting a total net loss of Rs 85,390 crore in 2017-18, the Public Sector Banks (PSBs) have come a long way as their profit touched Rs 1,04,649 crore in 2022-23, according to an analysis of their financial results. These 12 PSBs witnessed 57 per cent increase in total profit compared to Rs 66,539.98 crore earned in 2021-22.

Cognitive disabilities and the dilemma facing India's airlines

Cognitive disabilities and the dilemma facing India's airlines

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Disability rights came under the spotlight again as the country's largest airline IndiGo refused to let a teenager with special needs board its aircraft. While the twitterati as well as fellow passengers have called for strict action, IndiGo has stood by its action saying the airport manager took the decision to ensure safety of other passengers. "Throughout the check-in and boarding process, our intent of course was to carry the family. "However, at the boarding area, the teenager was visibly in panic.

Navtej Sarna could be India's next envoy to the US

Navtej Sarna could be India's next envoy to the US

Rediff.com27 Aug 2016

Arun Singh, India's ambassador to US, will retire in September.

Three retired IAS officers join BJP

Three retired IAS officers join BJP

Rediff.com4 Oct 2008

Former Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vijay Kapoor and two former chief secretaries -- Baleshwar Rai of Goa and Arun Kumar of Chhattisgarh -- on Saturday formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party.

'Domestic coke production won't increase'

'Domestic coke production won't increase'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2008

"We do not have it anywhere else other than the Jharia coal fields in Jharkhand. The quality is also not very good for steel-making. So the Indian steel industry will continue to depend on imported coal," says Arun Kumar Jagatramka, MD, Gujarat NRE Coke.

Bihar: Cabinet okays shorter jail terms for violating prohibition law

Bihar: Cabinet okays shorter jail terms for violating prohibition law

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

A nod has been given for the proposed amendments to be tabled in the monsoon session of the state legislature scheduled later this month.

Atiq's killers wanted fame, sure of 'getting benefits in future'

Atiq's killers wanted fame, sure of 'getting benefits in future'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The three assailants, who were arrested after shooting dead gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf in Prayagraj, confessed to their crime on Sunday, adding that they did it to 'become popular'.

Shastri 'abused me', Wankhede curator Naik asks BCCI to take action

Shastri 'abused me', Wankhede curator Naik asks BCCI to take action

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

Wankhede curator Sudhir Naik has written a strongly-worded letter to the Board of Control for Cricket in India calling for action against India's Team Director Ravi Shastri and bowling coach Bharat Arun for their abusive behaviour during the fifth and final One-Dayer against South Africa in Mumbai, on Sunday.

Scientific tests cost CBI in Aarushi case

Scientific tests cost CBI in Aarushi case

Rediff.com15 Jul 2008

The Central Bureau of Investigation has finally managed to crack the Noida murder case. Although the CBI has received vital information through the scientific tests conducted on the various suspects, the agency will take some time to put together the evidence and submit it for the trial.The CBI was hoping for a breakthrough during the tests conducted on Rajkumar. However, the Brain Electronic Oscillation Signature tests conducted on him failed.

TataSky, Sun TV settle dispute on channel sharing

TataSky, Sun TV settle dispute on channel sharing

Rediff.com20 Aug 2007

During proceedings at Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal, counsels appearing for both sides today informed the bench that the issue has been resolved and requested to dispose of the petition.

100,000 more cell connections in J&K

100,000 more cell connections in J&K

Rediff.com25 Feb 2004

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd has decided to expand mobile telephony network in Jammu and Kashmir by 100,000 more connections to meet the growing demand.

The Heroes Who Made India Proud In War

The Heroes Who Made India Proud In War

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

On January 23, the N D Modi government named 21 uninhabited islands in the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar after recipients of Param Vir Chakra, the country's highest wartime gallantry award.

Let's get business running, crisis-hit Go First's IRP tells staff

Let's get business running, crisis-hit Go First's IRP tells staff

Rediff.com12 May 2023

Go First chief executive officer Kaushik Khona and tribunal-appointed interim resolution professional Abhilash Lal on Thursday reached out to the airline's staff, seeking their support for revival. While Khona said the company had taken all steps for the airline's revival, Lal put forward the view it would have to raise funds. Employee engagement took place a day after the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) admitted the airline's insolvency plea on Wednesday and ordered a moratorium on recoveries.

RSS meet to discuss expansion of work, elect general secy

RSS meet to discuss expansion of work, elect general secy

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's highest decision-making body Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha (ABPS) will meet in Bengaluru on March 19 and 20 to review the functioning of the Sangh, discuss expanding its work in the country and to elect its Sarkaryavah (general secretary).

On Bose's birthday Modi names 21 Andaman islands after PVC awardees

On Bose's birthday Modi names 21 Andaman islands after PVC awardees

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

In a ceremony on Monday on the occasion of Parakram Diwas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi named the 21 largest unnamed islands of Andaman and Nicobar after Param Vir Chakra awardees.

RCom ordered to pay BSNL for interconnection

RCom ordered to pay BSNL for interconnection

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

Passing an interim order, Telecom Dispute Settlement and Appellate Tribunal also directed BSNL to restore RCom's inter- connection within 48 hours of such payment. TDSAT Chairman Justice Arun Kumar said: "I am of a view that the petitioner (Rcom) should deposit an amount of 65 per cent of disputed claim in one week and respondent should restore the connection with 48 hours of the deposit."

After floods, Patna battles to keep diseases at bay

After floods, Patna battles to keep diseases at bay

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

District Magistrate Ravi Kumar on Thursday said that 75 teams have been deployed in Patna to sprinkle bleaching powder and remove animal carcass.

Pragati Maidan: A Walk In Time

Pragati Maidan: A Walk In Time

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

'A microcosm of India, inclusive and welcoming'. For years, Pragati Maidan was the centre of Delhi's social life.

Bihar: Anand Mohan goes on hunger strike

Bihar: Anand Mohan goes on hunger strike

Rediff.com6 Nov 2007

Former member of Parliament Anand Mohan, who was sentenced to death for the murder of Gopalganj District Magistrate G Krishnaiah, has been on a hunger strike for the last two days. Mohan is protesting the lack of facilities in Bhagalpur Jail, where he is currently lodged. Moreover, Anand Mohan was also irked by the jail authorities' decision to separate him from his associates -- former MLA and Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Akhlaq Ahmed and Arun Kumar.

CBI questions Ashok Todi, Saurav's brother

CBI questions Ashok Todi, Saurav's brother

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

Todi is the prime accused in the case. Todi's interroogation by CBI Joint director Arun Kumar and DIG S K Golcha began at 6.30 am and lasted for over ten hours. However, Todi refused to speak to the media when he left the CBI office here after the questioning. nehasish, a director in Todi's company, was questioned for an hour. The former cricketer had taken the industrialist's brother Pradip to then police chief Prasun Mukherjee to lodge a complaint about Priyanka's marriage

Looking for tax-saving options? Opt for ELSS

Looking for tax-saving options? Opt for ELSS

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Investors must, however, be prepared for volatility in ELSS, cautions Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Bank accounts of Rizwanur's kin under scrutiny

Bank accounts of Rizwanur's kin under scrutiny

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

It was alleged in a section of media that industrialist Ashok Todi had established secret contact with some relatives of the deceased and had given them money to facilitate the separation of his daughter, Priyanka, and Rizwanur.

CBI questions Rizwanur's widow

CBI questions Rizwanur's widow

Rediff.com23 Oct 2007

Officials from the Central Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday interrogated Priyanka Todi, daughter of prime accused Ashok Todi and widow of Muslim computer graphics teacher Rizwanur Rahman, who was found dead under mysterious circumstances a few days after his marriage. According to CBI sources, Priyanka fully cooperated with the officers and answered all their questions. In the last four days, the CBI has interrogated more than 20 people and has obtained helpful clues.

CBI starts probe into Rizwanur's death

CBI starts probe into Rizwanur's death

Rediff.com20 Oct 2007

Led by CBI joint director Arun Kumar, the seven-member team of the Central agency's special crime branch spent more than an hour near the railway tracks in the Patipukur area of Kolkata's northern fringe after taking over the investigation from the state CID following an order of Calcutta High Court. The team includes forensic experts.

Ex-MP, 2 others get death for DM's murder

Ex-MP, 2 others get death for DM's murder

Rediff.com3 Oct 2007

Mohan's wife and former MP Lovely Anand and three others were awarded life terms. The court had earlier found Mohan and his wife guilty of inciting a mob to lynch district magistrate Krishnaiah in 1994.

State Bank of India cards under RTI net

State Bank of India cards under RTI net

Rediff.com7 Sep 2007

Disposing of separate applications by SBI Cards customers Arun Kumar Verma and Dileep Ayachit, CIC has directed the SBI to take a decision on setting up a proper information redressal mechanism within 15 days.

Read All Contracts Carefully!

Read All Contracts Carefully!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Suppose you had bought a television set that came with a one-year warranty. It breaks down two years after purchase. You can't react emotionally and say that such an expensive set should last for at least five-six years.

Telecom tribunal in race against time

Telecom tribunal in race against time

Rediff.com25 Aug 2007

Telecom companies with cases pending before the Telecom Dispute Settlement and Appellate Tribunal or those hoping to file new ones would be advised to hurry.

Som Mittal to take over as Nasscom chairman

Som Mittal to take over as Nasscom chairman

Rediff.com7 Apr 2003

Som Mittal, president and chief executive officer of Digital GlobalSoft Ltd will take over as chairman of the National Association of Software and Services Companies.

Court levies Rs 25,000 fine on Delhi police for harassment of riots accused

Court levies Rs 25,000 fine on Delhi police for harassment of riots accused

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

A Delhi court has imposed a fine on the police for the "undue harassment" of the accused in a February 2020 riots case, noting that repeated directions to the police commissioner and other senior officers seeking their personal intervention in these matters had fallen on deaf ears.

NHRC chief lauds Amit Shah for bringing 'new era of peace' to J-K

NHRC chief lauds Amit Shah for bringing 'new era of peace' to J-K

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

In his address at the 28th foundation day of the NHRC in New Delhi, the former judge also underlined that 'external forces' levelling 'false' allegations of human rights violations against India has become very common, 'which should be opposed'.

Shibu Soren acquitted in 1975 massacre case

Shibu Soren acquitted in 1975 massacre case

Rediff.com6 Mar 2008

Soren, still in legal tangles in another double murder case, was given the benefit of doubt along with 13 others by Jamtara Additional District and Sessions Judge Arun Kumar, for want of evidence.