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CBI books former Army vice chief for cheating, misconduct

CBI books former Army vice chief for cheating, misconduct

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Former Vice Chief of Indian Army Lt Gen Nobel Thamburaj and two others were on Tuesday booked by the Central Bureau of Investigation on charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating and misconduct in an out of court land dispute settlement to benefit a private builder to the tune of Rs 46 crore.

CBI books former Army vice chief

CBI books former Army vice chief

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

Former Vice Chief of Indian Army Lt Gen Nobel Thamburaj and two others were on Tuesday booked by the Central Bureau of Investigation on charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating and misconduct in an out of court land dispute settlement to benefit a private builder to the tune of Rs 46 crore.

Plan to buy under-construction property? Think again!

Plan to buy under-construction property? Think again!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2011

Onus of paying the home loan is on the buyer.

Chhota Rajan aide acquitted in attempt to murder case

Chhota Rajan aide acquitted in attempt to murder case

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

The sessions court in Mumbai on Thursday acquitted D K Rao, alleged trusted lieutenant of fugitive gangster Chhota Rajan, in an attempt-to-murder case.

Ashok Leyland has Innova-like plans

Ashok Leyland has Innova-like plans

Rediff.com3 Oct 2011

Burgeoning demand for spacious people movers in India has led Ashok Leyland, a medium and heavy truck builder, to plan on developing a utility vehicle to take on the likes of Toyota Innova, India's largest selling multi-seater personal vehicle.

India's cry for water falls on deaf ears

India's cry for water falls on deaf ears

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

India's water future remains very bleak. The monsoon season, which once extended to 4 months, is now down to less than 30 days of heavy rain.

How note ban came to the aid of UCO Bank

How note ban came to the aid of UCO Bank

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

While its deposits from Iran accounts have come down from a peak of around Rs 25,000 crore to Rs 2,200 crore, it's been offset by the bank receiving almost Rs 24,000 crore in deposits post note ban.

Has coronavirus helped Modi discover virtues of democracy?

Has coronavirus helped Modi discover virtues of democracy?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Has Modi -- after announcing the life-crushing demonetisation, the abrogation of Article 370 and the CAA/NPR/NRC without any consultation -- suddenly realised the value of taking everyone on board, asks Krishna Prasad.

Review: Jarasandha is disappointing

Review: Jarasandha is disappointing

Rediff.com25 Nov 2011

The film is about a body builder who intends to rule the underworld. What could have been the action film of the year, leaves one cold.

'Huge potential for affordable and middle-income housing to grow'

'Huge potential for affordable and middle-income housing to grow'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

Keki Mistry, vice chairman and CEO, HDFC tells Joydeep Ghosh and Chirag Madia that unlike some other players it never went for excesses and never took unreasonable risks.

In Bihar, few bahubalis in poll fray this time

In Bihar, few bahubalis in poll fray this time

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

Many bahubalis have fielded their wives and relatives as proxies.

Buying a house? 5 things to watch out for

Buying a house? 5 things to watch out for

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

If you're in the market for a new home, now may be the perfect time to make your purchase. But, before making an investment for lifetime, there are many factors that come into play and much to be considered.

Planning to retire? Take a look at India's best places

Planning to retire? Take a look at India's best places

Rediff.com1 Nov 2011

These places are best suited for retirement in India, in terms of it's proximity to the city, medical and infrastructure facilities, good location with interesting local activities and places to explore, safety and a cosmopolitan outlook with low cost of living.

What's on offer for home buyers?

What's on offer for home buyers?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2011

Real estate firms are facing a cash crunch because of low sales, increasing inventory costs and higher cost of funds.

'Ham-handed' action against Snapdeal to hurt business: Pilot

'Ham-handed' action against Snapdeal to hurt business: Pilot

Rediff.com3 May 2015

He said action was akin to holding highway builders responsible for lane violations

Top performing MPs not voters' favourite: Report

Top performing MPs not voters' favourite: Report

Rediff.com21 Dec 2010

A social watchdog has expressed concern over the fact that 25 per cent of the Lok Sabha members of Parliament belong to the category of industrialists, traders, businessmen and builders, saying that this can cause a potential of conflict of interest.

The visionary who made Indian IT industry global

The visionary who made Indian IT industry global

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

One should appreciate the sagacity and audacity of JRD and Nani Palkhivala in founding TCS on April 1, 1968. At that time there was no Microsoft or Intel, SAP or Accenture, much less Google.
They needed a person who could build and execute their vision: A frontiersman; a problem solver and an institution builder. It was their and India's good fortune that Faqir Chand Kohli more than measured up to their requirements and indeed laid the foundation to take TCS to unimaginable heights and to the giant success that it is today. Shivanand Kanavi salutes the incomparable F C Kohli, who passed into the ages last week.

Nepal plane crash: Victims' bodies likely to be flown back on Wed

Nepal plane crash: Victims' bodies likely to be flown back on Wed

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

The bodies of eight city-based builders, who were among 19 killed in a plane crash in Nepal on Sunday, were likely to be brought here on Wednesday with the relatives of the victims identifying them at a hospital in Kathmandu.

Puttaparthi residents to hold protest march on Sat

Puttaparthi residents to hold protest march on Sat

Rediff.com24 Jun 2011

The situation in the temple town of Puttaparthi is expected to be tense with a huge protest march being planned against the alleged irregularities in the Shri Sathya Sai Central trust.

Photo: Actress Sadhana makes a rare appearance

Photo: Actress Sadhana makes a rare appearance

Rediff.com24 Jun 2011

The yesteryear actress was spotted on her way to meet RR Patil, over a dispute between builder Yusuf Lakdawala and her.

Want to buy a home? It's a good time now!

Want to buy a home? It's a good time now!

Rediff.com30 May 2017

While Indians don't buy property during May-September due to the holidays/rains/ religious reasons, buyers should scout for property now.

Bought property? Here's how to avoid tax trouble

Bought property? Here's how to avoid tax trouble

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

Bought or sold property? There is a good chance the Income Tax (I-T) department will raise queries about it. While the possibilities of illegal transactions abound in such deals, the department's scope for availing documentary evidence through registrars and builders is also quite high. Therefore, a mismatch in the information filed could give rise to your account being scrutinised.

Life in Naxal country

Life in Naxal country

Rediff.com3 Nov 2018

Fadderbaba is a stark look at the tragedy that rules the lives of tribals in rural India, says A Ganesh Nadar.

Buying a home? Wait and watch is the MANTRA

Buying a home? Wait and watch is the MANTRA

Rediff.com1 Sep 2011

Even if we are entering a high interest rate scenario, over a 15-20 year period, there will be cycles when rates will come down.

Dawood Ibrahim is still in Pakistan, brother tells cops

Dawood Ibrahim is still in Pakistan, brother tells cops

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

Thane police arrested Kaskar two days ago in Mumbai in a case of extortion.

From Ambani's Antilla to Golibar slums

From Ambani's Antilla to Golibar slums

Rediff.com25 May 2011

Indeed there is an extraordinarily stark contrast between the mansion in South Mumbai and the reality of Golibar -- with its fragile, tiny one room homes set amid open sewage channels in narrow lanes.

UP farmers get justice at cost of urban flat buyers

UP farmers get justice at cost of urban flat buyers

Rediff.com16 May 2011

Friday's Allahabad high court order quashing the acquisition of land by the Greater Noida Authority in Sahberi village of Gautam Budh Nagar district could affect several people who had booked apartments in projects located there.

Applying for a home construction loan? Some important tips

Applying for a home construction loan? Some important tips

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

The estimated cost breakdown is one of the most important forms in the construction loan package.

US to go on a hiring spree

US to go on a hiring spree

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

According to a study by job portal CareerBuilder, nearly three-in-10 employers surveyed are planning to hire employees in the April-June quarter of 2011.

Andhra Pradesh's hot chase for Vijayawada realty

Andhra Pradesh's hot chase for Vijayawada realty

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

Look at reaping the first-mover advantage by possessing lands in AP's newly-announced capital city.

Loan racket: RBI to probe modus operandi

Loan racket: RBI to probe modus operandi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2010

RBI would alert banks to exercise caution on their exposure to the real estate sector according to the process usually followed, sources said.

Images: Work on India's LONGEST road tunnel begins

Images: Work on India's LONGEST road tunnel begins

Rediff.com5 Sep 2011

The work on India's longest road tunnel has begun, with engineers blasting a part of a hill to make way for the construction of the 9-km-long Chenani-Nashri tunnel in Udhampur district in Jammu and Kashmir.

Top 7 blogging sites you must check out

Top 7 blogging sites you must check out

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Dear aspiring bloggers, have you heard of these sites?

Indo Canadian actor attempts for a better Toronto

Indo Canadian actor attempts for a better Toronto

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Indo Canadian stage actor Ravi Jain, founder and director Why Not Theatre and a Dora Award winner, has added another accomplishment to his kitty. He is among the 25 aspiring builders in Toronto who have received the 2011 DiverseCity fellowship.

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

This property has all the hallmarks of being owned and occupied by Vijay Mallya. A fleet of supercars making their way down the drive, hordes of people descending to party all night long and a constant delivery of goods and services.

Utah nonprofit honours Dr Dinesh Patel

Utah nonprofit honours Dr Dinesh Patel

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

Utah Youth Village presented its highest honour, the 2010 Helping Hand award, to nationally recognised life sciences innovator Dr Dinesh Patel for his 'extraordinary love and support for Utah's most vulnerable children.'

US lauds Indian Americans for deepening ties

US lauds Indian Americans for deepening ties

Rediff.com29 Oct 2010

United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in a video-taped message from Hawaii to a parley titled, "US-India People to People Conference: Building the Foundation for a Strong Partnership," lauded the Indian American community for being bridge builders that was catalytic towards "deepening the partnership between our two countries and people."

Want to migrate to Nithyananda's 'Kailaasa'?

Want to migrate to Nithyananda's 'Kailaasa'?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

'It's a moot point if Kailaasa will ever evolve beyond being a haven for a fugitive from justice,' notes Devangshu Datta.

Men are paid more, feel US working women

Men are paid more, feel US working women

Rediff.com29 Mar 2011

According to a study by job portal CareerBuilder, perceptions of unequal pay and biased career advancement opportunities are increasing at the workplace.

Cash seizure: Baba's nephew gives a new twist

Cash seizure: Baba's nephew gives a new twist

Rediff.com26 Jun 2011

Giving a completely new dimension to the entire controversy that dogged the temple town of Puttaparthi, Ratnakar -- a trustee in the Sri Satya Sai Central Trust and Sai Baba's nephew -- has said that the Rs 35.5 lakh, which was seized in transit by the police, did not belong to the trust.