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Marvellous Mukesh wins Tata Steel Open

Marvellous Mukesh wins Tata Steel Open

Rediff.com9 Dec 2002

In the process, the Mhow-based golfer picked his seventh title of the season and tenth in 2002.

Bleak future for cardamom farmers

Bleak future for cardamom farmers

Rediff.com8 May 2007

The cardamom farmers in Kerala are facing a bleak future this season. An extreme four-month dry spell has damaged at least 40 per cent of the cardamom plants in Kerala's hilly Idukki district.

UTI Bank to be called Axis Bank

UTI Bank to be called Axis Bank

Rediff.com30 Apr 2007

UTI Bank, the country's third largest private lender, on Monday said the board of directors have approved a proposal to change its name to Axis Bank.

BJP can reduce to 50 seats in 2024 if...: Nitish ahead of Delhi visit

BJP can reduce to 50 seats in 2024 if...: Nitish ahead of Delhi visit

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

The JD-U also accused the ruling BJP of having "authoritarian" tendencies and destabilising non-BJP governments in several states, including Delhi and Jharkhand besides Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra earlier.

Bihar: Students without admit cards go on rampage

Bihar: Students without admit cards go on rampage

Rediff.com12 Feb 2007

The situation was brought under control after district magistrate Rajesh Kumar and superintendent of police Anil Kishore Yadav assured the agitated students to look into the matter.

In a first, Chinook, Apache to be part of R-Day flypast

In a first, Chinook, Apache to be part of R-Day flypast

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

A model of Rafale jet will be showcased as part of the IAF's tableau. Models of LCA Tejas, Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), surface-to-air guided weapon Aakash missile and Astra missiles will also be part of the tableau.

'Find out how much love people have for Modiji'

'Find out how much love people have for Modiji'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

'People tell us openly that in 2024 we will vote for Modi.'

Do you recognise these filmi judges?

Do you recognise these filmi judges?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

Here's looking back the Bollywood's judges over the years.

Milkha Singh is stable, don't create rumours about him: Rijiju

Milkha Singh is stable, don't create rumours about him: Rijiju

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju also quashed the rumours and wished Milkha a speedy recovery.

Mumbai to have world-class cruise terminal

Mumbai to have world-class cruise terminal

Rediff.com9 Jan 2007

"Expression of Interests would be invited shortly for building the cruise terminal that would have a marina, a convention centre, hotels, entertainment places," Mumbai Port Trust deputy chairman Ashok Kumar Bal said.

Facebook vs Facebake/Facecake and IPR violations in India

Facebook vs Facebake/Facecake and IPR violations in India

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

In a country like India, where counterfeit items are sold in every nook and corner, the regulation of trademark infringement poses a big challenge.

After record sales in FY23, auto companies expect demand to mute

After record sales in FY23, auto companies expect demand to mute

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

'In FY23, PV sales are expected to end the year at a record 3.8 million units, up 26 per cent. In FY24, however, the industry is expecting 5-7 per cent volume growth'

Kumbh virtually ends as key akhadas pull out

Kumbh virtually ends as key akhadas pull out

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

Most of the devotees have already left and the akhadas have been winding up their camps one after another.

Meet Boman Irani, super brain!

Meet Boman Irani, super brain!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2007

The new quiz master for a filmi quiz gets quizzed, and emerges with flying colours.

Sister Mary Joseph to lead Missionaries of Charity

Sister Mary Joseph to lead Missionaries of Charity

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Sister Mary Joseph has been elected as the superior general of Missionaries of Charity, becoming the fourth occupant of the top post of the global organisation founded by Saint Teresa of Kolkata, a spokesperson of the order said on Monday.

J-K's latest terror victim got married in Feb, was to go home on holiday

J-K's latest terror victim got married in Feb, was to go home on holiday

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Kumar, a resident of Bhagwan village in Hanumangarh, worked as a manger with Ellaqui Dehati Bank at Areh Mohanpora branch in the south Kashmir district.

Three in lead for second day

Three in lead for second day

Rediff.com19 Feb 2004

Mukesh Kumar, Gast Ram and Pappan share the lead in the Sir Padampat Singhania Open golf tournament.

Don't board this Victoria 203

Don't board this Victoria 203

Rediff.com31 Aug 2007

Victoria No 203 is nothing like the original.

Doval highlights increasing rivalries in Indian Ocean at maritime security meet

Doval highlights increasing rivalries in Indian Ocean at maritime security meet

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Thursday called for seamless coordination among various agencies involved in protecting India's maritime interests in the face of emerging security challenges and increasing rivalries and competitions in the Indian Ocean.

Mumbai Port plans helibase for oil cos

Mumbai Port plans helibase for oil cos

Rediff.com11 Aug 2005

Mumbai Port Trust is planning to develop an alternate helibase at the dock premises to assist oil companies in their exploration activities.

HC quashes case against Tamil editor Gopal

HC quashes case against Tamil editor Gopal

Rediff.com21 Jul 2005

The Madras High Court on Thursday quashed the Tamil Nadu government's 2002 notification declaring the entire state as a disturbed area under the Prevention of Terrorism Act and consequently, the case against R R Gopal, editor of Nakkeeran.

Modern Love Chennai: Whistle Podu!

Modern Love Chennai: Whistle Podu!

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Things may not always look bright, but the sun won't stay out forever is a running theme conveyed across its short films about people from various walks of life in all their varying moods and musings, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Phoolan murder accused wanted in several cases

Phoolan murder accused wanted in several cases

Rediff.com19 Feb 2004

A report prepared by DIG, Haridwar, Ashok Kumar says Rana was involved in the Punjab National Bank dacoity at Ashley Hall in 1997.

Defence equipment: To lease or not to lease?

Defence equipment: To lease or not to lease?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Admiral describes it as 'a path-breaking change'; defence ministry official disagrees.

Why BJP Retained Coastal Karnataka

Why BJP Retained Coastal Karnataka

Rediff.com17 May 2023

'We will win all the 28 Lok Sabha seats in 2024.'

No foul play in skeleton recovery: Police

No foul play in skeleton recovery: Police

Rediff.com23 Jan 2007

He said the committee set up to probe the matter had submitted its report on Tuesday and has ruled out any foul play. Two pharmacists have been suspended on charges of negligence, he said.

Uttarakhand cancels Kanwar Yatra in view of Covid

Uttarakhand cancels Kanwar Yatra in view of Covid

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

It is for the second consecutive year that the yatra is not being held due to the pandemic.

2 more Oppn parties join INDIA, take number to 28

2 more Oppn parties join INDIA, take number to 28

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Ahead of the crucial third round of discussions, the opposition INDIA bloc on Wednesday exuded confidence that it would provide a formidable alternative to bring political change in the country and asserted that it has several prime ministerial faces against BJP's only one.

The man behind these amazing songs

The man behind these amazing songs

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

Yogesh, who worked across generations with everyone from Amitabh Bachchan and Rajesh Khanna to Amol Palekar and Shah Rukh Khan, passed away on May 29.

BHEL DGM, wife murdered in Hardwar

BHEL DGM, wife murdered in Hardwar

Rediff.com17 Jun 2003

Police suspect the killing to be the handiwork of persons known to the couple, both in their late fifties.

Former CSE president arrested

Former CSE president arrested

Rediff.com11 Jun 2003

Former president of the Calcutta Stock Exchange, Kamal Parekh, was arrested in connection with the Rs 120 crore (Rs 1.2 billion) payment crisis of the bourse.

Former minister Prasad's assailant dead

Former minister Prasad's assailant dead

Rediff.com24 Oct 2005

Rai had been in a coma since the attack.

ISSF World: India grab 2 more medals in Cairo

ISSF World: India grab 2 more medals in Cairo

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

On Sunday, the Women's 25m Pistol Team won a silver and the Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions (3P) team won a bronze, even as India ended their Paris 2024 Olympics quota quest at two from the championship. Their tally now stands at 12 gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals, as per a press release from the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI).

Karnataka first to implement VAT

Karnataka first to implement VAT

Rediff.com10 Mar 2003

ED summons Mamata's nephew Abhishek Banerjee, wife

ED summons Mamata's nephew Abhishek Banerjee, wife

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's nephew and Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee and his wife for questioning in a money laundering case linked to an alleged coal scam in the state, officials said on Saturday.

Chain of events: What led to WFI's suspension?

Chain of events: What led to WFI's suspension?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The following is the timeline of the chain of events that led to the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India by UWW, the sport's global governing body.

NCLAT stays insolvency proceedings against Zee

NCLAT stays insolvency proceedings against Zee

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

In a major relief to media major Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL), the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Friday stayed the insolvency proceedings initiated against it earlier this week. Admitting a petition filed by ZEEL Managing Director and chief executive Punit Goenka, the appellate tribunal issued notices to private sector lender IndusInd bank and the interim resolution professional directing them to file a reply in two weeks. NCLAT said the submissions made by both sides need a detailed hearing.

Buhrmann equals course mark

Buhrmann equals course mark

Rediff.com13 May 2006

The South African equalled the course record with a seven-under 65 to return to a three-way tie for the lead after round three of the Asian Tour Aamby Valley event.

Lakhs take dip in Ganga on shahi snan amid rising coronavirus cases

Lakhs take dip in Ganga on shahi snan amid rising coronavirus cases

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Masks were not worn by a large proportion and social distancing appeared impossible in an event in which, according to the mela administration, over 17 lakh people had taken a dip in the river in the first few hours up to 10 am.