News for 'Bandhan'

Bengal Governor reaches Delhi amid protests, to meet Prez

Bengal Governor reaches Delhi amid protests, to meet Prez

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose reached Delhi on Monday night amid speculations that he may meet President Droupadi Murmu and senior leaders.

Irfan Pathan trolled again... this time for celebrating Raksha Bandhan

Irfan Pathan trolled again... this time for celebrating Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has once again found himself at the receiving end for sharing a snap of himself celebrating the festival of Raksha Bandhan, on Monday.

How Bandhan Financial plans to run a unique bank

How Bandhan Financial plans to run a unique bank

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Bandhan Financial Services, which was given a banking licence on Wednesday, hopes to come up with a unique business model, with a mix of doorstep and retail banking.

Real reason behind Bandhan Bank's rising NPA

Real reason behind Bandhan Bank's rising NPA

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

Over 75 per cent of the bank's Rs 175 crore NPA arises from Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.

Kolkata rape-murder: CBI debunks fake letter circulating on social media

Kolkata rape-murder: CBI debunks fake letter circulating on social media

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday dismissed a fake letter being circulated on social media in connection with the ongoing probe into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata.

Doctor's rape: Kolkata police SIT probes ex-principal's finances

Doctor's rape: Kolkata police SIT probes ex-principal's finances

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The Kolkata Police on Tuesday began an investigation against RG Kar Medical College and Hospital's former principal Sandip Ghosh for his alleged involvement in 'financial irregularities' in the state-run health facility, a senior officer said.

Doctor's stir continues, govt hikes security in hospitals

Doctor's stir continues, govt hikes security in hospitals

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Healthcare services remained affected at state-run hospitals in West Bengal as junior doctors continued their cease-work protest.

Celebs share their Raksha Bandhan stories

Celebs share their Raksha Bandhan stories

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

Rajul Hegde caught up with a host of TV stars and got them to share their special memories and plans for Raksha Bandhan tomorrow.

Raksha Bandhan special: 'How I met my rakhi sister'

Raksha Bandhan special: 'How I met my rakhi sister'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2010

To celebrate the special bond siblings share on the occasion of Raksh Bandhan, we invited readers to share special moments they've spent with their brothers/sister. Here are some of the responses we received. Share yours!

PIX: Priyanka, Shah Rukh, Hrithik celebrate Raksha Bandhan

PIX: Priyanka, Shah Rukh, Hrithik celebrate Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

How India is celebrating Raksha Bandhan

How India is celebrating Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, many women and children came out to tie rakhis to their brothers.

Raksha Bandhan recipe: Chocolate Rabri Puffs

Raksha Bandhan recipe: Chocolate Rabri Puffs

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

It's time to surprise your sibling with these delightful Raksha Bandhan treats.

Share your Raksha Bandhan mis-adventures

Share your Raksha Bandhan mis-adventures

Rediff.com13 Aug 2008

Often close friendships might take an uncertain turn when a close pal decides to take your relationship to the next level -- the brother-sister level. How do you dela with the situation if you feel more romantically inclined?

Made a mistake by fielding my wife against my sister: Ajit Pawar

Made a mistake by fielding my wife against my sister: Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

One should not allow politics to enter home, Pawar, who is currently on a statewide 'Jan Samman Yatra', told Marathi news channel Jai Maharashtra.

Tell us about your favourite Raksha Bandhan me

Tell us about your favourite Raksha Bandhan me

Rediff.com1 Aug 2006

Send us your favourite Raksha Bandhan anecdote about the festival or the the best gift you received.

The Swades State Of Mind

The Swades State Of Mind

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

As Swades turns 20, Aseem Chhabra looks back at the film that spoke to him.

Want To Invest In Broad Index Funds?

Want To Invest In Broad Index Funds?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

'An equity-based index fund should be held for more than five years to average out market volatility and achieve financial goals.'

Raksha Bandhan at the Rashtrapati Bhavan

Raksha Bandhan at the Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com28 Aug 2007

Various people also presented the President with rakhis.

India, Don't Spurn Bangladesh

India, Don't Spurn Bangladesh

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Our visa operations in Bangladesh constitute the largest visa operations India conducts worldwide. This has taken a hit after Sheikh Hasina's government was overthrown and India reduced its diplomatic presence in Bangladesh, notes Aakar Patel.

Adani Energy raises $1 bn in share sale, first since Hindenburg

Adani Energy raises $1 bn in share sale, first since Hindenburg

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

Billionaire Gautam Adani-led group's power transmission unit has raised $1 billion through a share sale, the first public equity raise by the conglomerate since a damning Hindenburg report, which wiped away billions in shareholder value. Adani Energy Solutions Ltd raised the funds through a qualified institutional placement (QIP) issue, sources with direct knowledge of the matter said. The QIP, which opened on Tuesday, was oversubscribed three times with demand of about Rs 26,000 crore - making it the largest transaction in India's energy space.

Will Nitish Dump BJP Again?

Will Nitish Dump BJP Again?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

'Nitish Kumar may take a decision to dump the BJP alliance by November.'

Yeh Hai India: Kamathipura Celebrates Raksha Bandhan

Yeh Hai India: Kamathipura Celebrates Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Sex workers in Kamathipura, central Mumbai, tie a rakhi on the postman who brings them mail -- and this week, a gift of the Tiranga.

IDFC, Bandhan get bank licences, corporate houses left out

IDFC, Bandhan get bank licences, corporate houses left out

Rediff.com2 Apr 2014

Ending days of suspense, the Reserve Bank on Wednesday granted banking licences to infrastructure financing firm IDFC and microfinance institution Bandhan from among 25 applicants that included corporate heavyweights ADAG Group, Aditya Birla Group and Bajaj Group.

Raksha Bandhan: Share photos of you and your siblings!

Raksha Bandhan: Share photos of you and your siblings!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Raksha Bandhan is around the corner and we are inviting you to share photographs of your siblings.

Would have brought entire NCP with me had BJP, Sena ....: Ajit Pawar

Would have brought entire NCP with me had BJP, Sena ....: Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

The NCP chief has not concealed his ambition to occupy the top post in the state in the past.

Ajit Pawar's son to contest from Baramati? Dy CM says...

Ajit Pawar's son to contest from Baramati? Dy CM says...

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Ajit Pawar also said he was "not interested" in contesting elections anymore.

New Challenges Facing Banks

New Challenges Facing Banks

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

As the fight for deposits intensifies, the cost of money will rise and the margin will be under further pressure, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

6 Raksha bandhan tales from history and mythology

6 Raksha bandhan tales from history and mythology

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

Like all Indian festivals, the festival of rakhi has numerous tales associated with it. Here are some you may or may not have heard.

What's going on in the name of mass uprising is absolute madness

What's going on in the name of mass uprising is absolute madness

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Several Bangladeshis, who have come to Kolkata either for medical treatment or education or other purposes, are now stranded in the city and concerned about the ongoing violence and abrupt change of regime in their country.

Will These Stars Make It To Bigg Boss 18?

Will These Stars Make It To Bigg Boss 18?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Bigg Boss 18 is all set to return to our screens on October 6. Hosted by Salman Khan, the names of the contestants who will be participating are not revealed yet.

India just shy of top-weight China in MSCI EM after rejig

India just shy of top-weight China in MSCI EM after rejig

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The Indian equity markets will soon account for over a fifth of a key emerging market (EM) benchmark tracked by funds with assets exceeding $500 billion. This development is expected to funnel as much as $3 billion into the domestic markets. Following the latest review undertaken by global index provider MSCI, India's weighting in the MSCI EM index will surpass 20 per cent for the first time, narrowing its gap with the current top-weighted China to fewer than 400 basis points.

Would You Risk Your Life To Go To School?

Would You Risk Your Life To Go To School?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

These government school students do. Every day.

Isn't Lavanya Just Purrfect?

Isn't Lavanya Just Purrfect?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

She'd like to be known as a woman who is 'more than just a pretty face'.

Banks Caught In A Trap

Banks Caught In A Trap

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The cost of deposits is on the rise, but banks can't raise interest rate on close to 60% of their loan books, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Raksha Bandhan gift ideas under Rs 6,000

Raksha Bandhan gift ideas under Rs 6,000

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Gift your brother/sister something smart, useful and trendy, says Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com.

'Ladki Bahin Will Sink MVA Ship'

'Ladki Bahin Will Sink MVA Ship'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

The ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra is heavily banking upon a six to 10 per cent shift in voters -- mostly women -- in its favour to return to power with anywhere between 160 and 170 assembly seats, say four MLAs belonging to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena.

'Enough is enough': Why President Droupadi Murmu is 'outraged'

'Enough is enough': Why President Droupadi Murmu is 'outraged'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Declaring that 'enough is enough', President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday said it is time for India to wake up to the 'perversion' of crimes against women and counter the mindset that sees women as 'less powerful, less capable, less intelligent'.

IIT, IIM grads among 27,000 applicants for 15 Bandhan posts

IIT, IIM grads among 27,000 applicants for 15 Bandhan posts

Rediff.com23 Jul 2014

A large number of these applicants are already employed in top positions at public- and private-sector banks, say sources at Bandhan.

Raksha Bandhan Recipe: Jalebi and Malpua

Raksha Bandhan Recipe: Jalebi and Malpua

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Treat your brother(s) to these delightful Indian desserts.

Priyanka slams BJP for 'tussle with Rahul' claim

Priyanka slams BJP for 'tussle with Rahul' claim

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Her remarks in a post on X came after BJP IT department head Amit Malviya claimed that a 'tussle' was going on between Priyanka Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi.