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SBI unions show how to make the most of strikes

SBI unions show how to make the most of strikes

Rediff.com3 Apr 2009

It's going to be a four-day weekend for the officers of five associate banks of SBI - State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Travancore, State Bank of Patiala and State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur.

F-16s might have been used to hit Indian jets: Pak

F-16s might have been used to hit Indian jets: Pak

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

"Whether it was F-16 or JF-17 which shot down 2 Indian aircraft is immaterial," Pak military spokesman said.

India rolls out world's largest vaccination drive against COVID-19

India rolls out world's largest vaccination drive against COVID-19

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

The first COVID-19 vaccine shots in India were given on Saturday to nearly two lakh frontline healthcare and sanitary workers as Prime Minister Narendra Modi rolled out the world's largest inoculation drive against the pandemic that has caused 1,52,093 deaths and upended millions of lives in the country.

The man trying to keep Jazz alive in Kolkata

The man trying to keep Jazz alive in Kolkata

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

A dedicated jazz club is just what Kolkata needed to get things going. And Skinny Mo's has announced its arrival to the enthusiastic city.

Army's 'Shatrujeet' exercise concludes, 3 jawans die

Army's 'Shatrujeet' exercise concludes, 3 jawans die

Rediff.com24 Apr 2016

Army sources have confirmed the deaths of three jawans during their two-month long exercise.

What a post-COVID-19 world may look like

What a post-COVID-19 world may look like

Rediff.com6 May 2020

'Whatever else may or may not happen, China and its people are likely to pay a very heavy price for the lack of transparency of its Communist regime,' predicts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

No respite from heat; Churu, Banda sizzle above 47C

No respite from heat; Churu, Banda sizzle above 47C

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

There was no relief for the national capital, with the mercury crossing the 44C mark in some parts of the city.

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,

Bonjour Macron! French president's day out in New Delhi

Bonjour Macron! French president's day out in New Delhi

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

French President Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by his wife Brigitte Marie-Claude Macron, besides senior ministers from his Cabinet, began their four-day visit to India by meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Ram Nath Kovind and his wife. On Friday night, Macron was received at the airport Prime Minister Modi in a special gesture. Here are glimpses from Macron's visit.

PHOTOS: Unabated cold wave grips north India

PHOTOS: Unabated cold wave grips north India

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Delhi is likely to record its second-coldest December since 1901 as temperatures are predicted to drop further.

Storming the Thar

Storming the Thar

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

The six-day Maruti Suzuki Desert Storm Rally through Rajasthan is a test of skill and endurance, says Aakash S Paul.

Bihar flood toll rises to 168, 2 killed in Uttar Pradesh

Bihar flood toll rises to 168, 2 killed in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Swirling waters inundated 12 districts in the state.

Antony summons reports from Army chief

Antony summons reports from Army chief

Rediff.com6 Sep 2007

"The minister has taken a serious view of such reports and wants Army Headquarters to probe these charges in depth," defence ministry officials said.

SBI kicks off merger of subsidiaries

SBI kicks off merger of subsidiaries

Rediff.com27 Aug 2007

State Bank of Saurashtra first to merge with SBI

Rajasthan rebel MLA writes to Shah: 'Sack Raje in public interest'

Rajasthan rebel MLA writes to Shah: 'Sack Raje in public interest'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

The Sanganer MLA alleged Raje was "misusing" her political power for "personal gains" and that the state government is a group of those who "extort" money.

Cabinet okays SBI mega merger with 5 associates

Cabinet okays SBI mega merger with 5 associates

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

Seeking to create a global-sized bank, the Cabinet on Wednesday gave the go-ahead to the merger plan of SBI and its five associates, a step aimed at strengthening the banking sector through consolidation of public banks.

COVID-19 in India: Nobody is really in control

COVID-19 in India: Nobody is really in control

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

When BJP leaders, including Mr Modi's number two, Amit Shah, use the pandemic to launch an assault on state governments run by opposition parties, or to topple them, they are exploiting a grave crisis in cynical political self-interest, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Rains interrupt Rajasthan

Rains interrupt Rajasthan

Rediff.com4 Jul 2007

Barring Bikaner district, light to moderate rains occurred at all places in the state till Wednesday morning.

'Delhi Crime won top Emmy, but people know me from Mirzapur'

'Delhi Crime won top Emmy, but people know me from Mirzapur'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

'My chowkidar and the paanwala near my house have seen Mirzapur.' 'They may have missed Delhi Crime but they have seen Mirzapur.' ''Delhi Crime won Emmy, people know me from Mirzapur'Sometimes I feel I have done so much work, why do people know me only by this role?'

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

A recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

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.

Who will win Sa Re Ga Ma Pa?

Who will win Sa Re Ga Ma Pa?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2007

Tell Us!

SBI associates plan strike on Sept 27

SBI associates plan strike on Sept 27

Rediff.com21 Sep 2007

The all India strike would be observed by employees of State Bank of Patiala, State Bank of Travancore, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Indore and State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur.

Verdict 2019: How did Modi's ministers fare

Verdict 2019: How did Modi's ministers fare

Rediff.com24 May 2019

As many as 48 ministers of National Democratic Allaince government were in the fray in the general elections.

Do you know how many forts are hidden in Mumbai?

Do you know how many forts are hidden in Mumbai?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

The rising popularity of Heritage Walks is uncovering forgotten historic sites all over India.

These candidates await their fate in Phase 5

These candidates await their fate in Phase 5

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Here are some of the big political leaders' who await their fate on Monday.

Priyanka gets cracking after debut in UP as Cong gen secy

Priyanka gets cracking after debut in UP as Cong gen secy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

The party office in Lucknow buzzed with activity as enthusiastic Congress workers gathered outside the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee building, even before she returned from an overnight stay in Jaipur.

'Vaccine isn't a replacement for preventive measures'

'Vaccine isn't a replacement for preventive measures'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

'Prevention plus vaccination is what is going to take us into better territory by September or October.'

Alert: Management Accountancy Exams

Alert: Management Accountancy Exams

Rediff.com10 Aug 2004

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India invites applications for Management Accountancy Course (MAC Part-I) and Insurance and Risk Management (IRM) Examinations.

The world lights up for Diwali

The world lights up for Diwali

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

It's time for colours, lights and celebrations - Diwali is here! In these photos, see celebrations from Gujarat to London to Colombo.

Cold wave disrupts normal life in Rajasthan

Cold wave disrupts normal life in Rajasthan

Rediff.com24 Jan 2005

\nThe hill resort of Mount Abu recorded 0º Celsius on Sunday night. Pilani was at 4ºC, followed by Jaipur at 5ºC.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

Alert: Chartered Accountancy Exams

Alert: Chartered Accountancy Exams

Rediff.com10 Aug 2004

Applications are invited for the Professional Education-I, Professional Education-II and Final Examinations to be held on November 1.

Malaysia to revamp 20 railway stations in tier II cities

Malaysia to revamp 20 railway stations in tier II cities

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Aimed at attracting nearly Rs 1 lakh crore private investment, the station redevelopment project envisages infrastructure revamp at platforms and circulating areas.

Adlabs plans 45 radio stations

Adlabs plans 45 radio stations

Rediff.com6 Sep 2006

The company plans to enter new markets like Jammu, Srinagar, Aligarh and Bikaner

Delhi man 31st coronavirus case; 29,607 under watch

Delhi man 31st coronavirus case; 29,607 under watch

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

During the day, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan held a meeting to review preparedness for COVID-19 management, through video conference with health ministers, chief secretaries of all states and UTs, central ministers and representatives from the related organisations and stressed on the need for keeping testing and quarantine facilities, isolation wards, and labs in active readiness.

Rajasthan just opened a cow-urine refinery

Rajasthan just opened a cow-urine refinery

Rediff.com4 May 2015

The refinery, set up at Pathmera Gaushala, will reportedly prepare cow-urine extract for use in the formulation of various products

Venezuela, India plan oil exploration

Venezuela, India plan oil exploration

Rediff.com20 Apr 2005

Venezuela and India would start a pilot project on heavy oil exploration in Rajasthan in August, Centre said on Tuesday.