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2 people die as March becomes the new May

2 people die as March becomes the new May

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

As per the India Meteorological Department many districts in Maharashtra recorded maximum temperatures of 40 degree Celsius or above in the last two days.

NetDevices opens Bangalore centre

NetDevices opens Bangalore centre

Rediff.com20 Jan 2004

NetDevices Inc, backed by four global high-technology investors with a funding of more than $15 million, on Tuesday announced the launch of its Bangalore operations, to deliver network systems solution for global customers.

How Many Children do BJP MLAs in UP have?

How Many Children do BJP MLAs in UP have?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Given the controversy over Uttar Pradesh's population control moves, Hemant Shivsaran/Rediff.com digs deep to find out how many children BJP MLAs in UP have.

RS polls: In setback to Mayawati, BSP leader votes for BJP

RS polls: In setback to Mayawati, BSP leader votes for BJP

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Anil Singh, the Unnao MLA, said, "I am with Maharaj-ji (Adityanath)."

Zimbabwe ready to tour Pakistan for ODI series

Zimbabwe ready to tour Pakistan for ODI series

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

Zimbabwe are close to accepting an invitation to play in Pakistan next month in a One-Day International series that could mark the first visit by a Test-playing nation since 2009.

Oppn corners govt in RS on handling farm protests, BJP defends

Oppn corners govt in RS on handling farm protests, BJP defends

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Opposition parties on Thursday launched a vociferous attack on the Centre over its handling of the farmers' agitation, callings its dialogues with the protestors 'monologues', even as the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party defended the new laws asserting that its government is committed to the welfare of peasants and increase their incomes.

Heat wave grips India, Raj's Churu crosses 50-degree mark

Heat wave grips India, Raj's Churu crosses 50-degree mark

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

The national capital battled weather conditions in the "red category" as the maximum temperature recorded at the Palam observatory was 46.1C,

Curfew in Hyderabad relaxed for 12 hours

Curfew in Hyderabad relaxed for 12 hours

Rediff.com10 Dec 2003

Curfew was imposed on Saturday following communal violence on the 11th anniversary of the demolition of the Babri Masjid.

Fighting COVID-19: TIPS from an ex-Army officer

Fighting COVID-19: TIPS from an ex-Army officer

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Bengaluru based Dinesh Malhotra, 54, an ex-Army officer who is working as a human resource professional in a construction firm shares some survival tips.

DA case: UP Govt orders vigilance probe against Siddiqui, wife

DA case: UP Govt orders vigilance probe against Siddiqui, wife

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday ordered a vigilance probe against former Bahujan Samaj Party minister Naseemuddin Siddiqui and his wife in connection with a disproportionate assets case after Lokayukta recommendations.

Dacoits gun down 8 persons in UP

Dacoits gun down 8 persons in UP

Rediff.com24 Jan 2003

Was this slum razed because of Akhilesh Yadav?

Was this slum razed because of Akhilesh Yadav?

Rediff.com28 May 2015

On April 29, a slum settlement in Banda in Uttar Pradesh consisting of several households was demolished in the dead of the night. The residents claim that it was because Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav's official convoy was supposed to pass through that road the next day, and the police didn't want him to see the slums.

1 dead as heatwave rages unabated

1 dead as heatwave rages unabated

Rediff.com2 Jun 2019

The IMD said heatwave conditions are likely to continue over the northern plains, and central and southern parts of the country for two more days and abate gradually.

Fear of the future provokes mental health crisis

Fear of the future provokes mental health crisis

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

The young are most vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal ideas at this time.

Over 61 per cent voting in phase 4 of UP assembly polls

Over 61 per cent voting in phase 4 of UP assembly polls

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

This phase of voting was crucial for the state's ruling Samajwadi Party and main opposition Bahujan Samaj Party.

Bahu vs baba in Amethi! BJP picks Smriti Irani against Rahul

Bahu vs baba in Amethi! BJP picks Smriti Irani against Rahul

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

Ending suspense, the Bharatiya Janata Party has picked actor-turned-politician Smriti Irani to take on Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi in Amethi.

Zimbabwe tour to Pakistan is on: Whatmore

Zimbabwe tour to Pakistan is on: Whatmore

Rediff.com17 May 2015

Zimbabwe will fly to Pakistan on Sunday for a limited-overs tour, their coach Dav Whatmore told Reuters.

Google announces Internet education campaign for women in UP

Google announces Internet education campaign for women in UP

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

The announcement in Lucknow marked the first regional chapter of Google's initiative to bring digital literacy amongst Indian women in presence of 'Gulabi Gang' leader Sampat Pal.

Ganga above danger mark in Bihar, West Bengal and UP

Ganga above danger mark in Bihar, West Bengal and UP

Rediff.com21 Aug 2016

The Ganga has crossed the danger mark in West Bengal, Bihar and neighbouring districts of Uttar Pradesh where Yamuna river is also in spate, while heavy rainfall has created a flood-like situation in some parts of Rajasthan where six persons have died so far.

Eyeing China, Indian warship visits Indonesian port

Eyeing China, Indian warship visits Indonesian port

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Access to Sabang Port will allow the Indian Navy to dominate Malacca Strait more effectively, reports Ajai Shukla.

Guess who Diljit Dosanjh plays in his new film?

Guess who Diljit Dosanjh plays in his new film?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

'A person who does the impossible is a Soorma.' 'Soorma is beyond the normal. Not everyone can be called one.' Diljeet Dosanjh on how he didn't know how to play hockey, but plays a hockey legend in his next film.

Former Barca defender accused of links with Mexican drug lord

Former Barca defender accused of links with Mexican drug lord

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

US sanctions Mexico captain Rafa Marquez for alleged drug ties 'I deny categorically any type of relation with this organization'

Taj Mahal was made by blood and sweat of Bharat Mata's sons: Yogi

Taj Mahal was made by blood and sweat of Bharat Mata's sons: Yogi

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

UP CM said 'it does not matter who built it and for what reason; it was built by blood and sweat of Indian labourers'.

Can't order UK to return Kohinoor, says Supreme Court

Can't order UK to return Kohinoor, says Supreme Court

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

Disposing of a plea seeking directions to bring the treasured diamond back to India, a bench headed by Chief Justice J S Khehar said it could not ask a foreign government not to auction a property.

Lucknow turns vegetarian as meat sellers go on strike

Lucknow turns vegetarian as meat sellers go on strike

Rediff.com25 Mar 2017

The meat sellers are miffed over the crackdown on slaughter houses which has adversely hit the livelihood of lakhs of people, Qureshi said.

In 2010, she was raped by a politician. Today, she wants to join politics

In 2010, she was raped by a politician. Today, she wants to join politics

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

The girl, who belongs to a lower middle class family and is uneducated, received support from the media and politicians.

Ahmedabad sizzles at 48 degrees, breaks 100-year record

Ahmedabad sizzles at 48 degrees, breaks 100-year record

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Palodhi in Rajasthan simmered at 51 degree Celsius and the maximum in Ahmedabad shattered a century-old record.

An afternoon on Diljit Dosanjh's Soorma set

An afternoon on Diljit Dosanjh's Soorma set

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

Spending some time on sets of this sports film was a fun experience, says Jahnavi Patel.

52 injured after Mahakaushal Express derails, railways order probe

52 injured after Mahakaushal Express derails, railways order probe

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

8 bogies of Mahakaushal Express derail in UP, 52 injured.

Congress bargains hard with SP for UP seats

Congress bargains hard with SP for UP seats

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

The Congress wants the 28 seats it won in 2012 plus 20 seats where the party was runner-up plus 57 seats where it was ahead of the SP in 2012.

BJP's 'vanvaas' in UP likely to end

BJP's 'vanvaas' in UP likely to end

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Amit Shah's meticulous planning and Modi's charisma will turn the tide in the BJP's favour, says Nazarwala.

Flood situation grim in UP and Bihar

Flood situation grim in UP and Bihar

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

With reports of eight fresh deaths on Thursday, the total toll in Bihar flood increased to 135, with Bhojpur district accounting for 12 deaths in the second round of floods due to the swollen Ganga.

UP govt develops medicines with cow urine for liver, immunity

UP govt develops medicines with cow urine for liver, immunity

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

The UP government is also planning to free up its own land from illegal encroachment to set up these new cow- shelters in "safe locations" and with full facility for fodder and water.

Why Bajirao Mastani has upset two families

Why Bajirao Mastani has upset two families

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Bajirao Mastani has ruffled quite a few feathers among the descendants of the Peshwa and his Muslim wife.

Kohinoor diamond gifted to UK, not stolen: Centre tells SC

Kohinoor diamond gifted to UK, not stolen: Centre tells SC

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

Solicitor General Ranjit Kumar, appearing for the government, said this was the stand of the Culture Ministry.

Nazarwala in Rediff' on Jan 18: BJP will score triple century

Nazarwala in Rediff' on Jan 18: BJP will score triple century

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

Writing on January 18, 2017, Nazarwala had this to say: 'The Modi wave may help the BJP score a triple century; its vanvaas in UP shall end before Holi.'

Nazarwala in Rediff' on Jan 18: BJP will score triple century

Nazarwala in Rediff' on Jan 18: BJP will score triple century

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

Writing on January 18, 2017, Nazarwala had this to say: 'The Modi wave may help the BJP score a triple century; its vanvaas in UP shall end before Holi.'

Amethi: Rahul skirts comment on AAP; trains guns at Akhilesh govt

Amethi: Rahul skirts comment on AAP; trains guns at Akhilesh govt

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

Skirting any comments on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (demonstration on the streets of Delhi, Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi chose to train his guns at the Uttar Pradesh government for neglecting Amethi, the Gandhi family's political bastion.