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Tata Steel chess: Gukesh drops to 2nd; Absuttarov snatches lead

Tata Steel chess: Gukesh drops to 2nd; Absuttarov snatches lead

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

After the draw with Iranian turned French player Firouza, Gukesh has seven points for his sole second spot.

Meet The Cutest Celeb Couples

Meet The Cutest Celeb Couples

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

From penning down heartfelt birthday wishes to posting loved-up pictures and indulging in adorable, and sometimes even flirty, Insta banter, these celebrity couples are hands-down the cutest on social media and have been dishing out some serious relationship goals for a while now.

Vengsarkar, Deshmukh in two-way fight

Vengsarkar, Deshmukh in two-way fight

Rediff.com7 Jul 2011

Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar filed his nomination for the president's post in the upcoming Mumbai Cricket Association's elections, setting the stage for a straight fight for the coveted post with Union minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, who also filed his papers on Thursday.

India's GDP will reach $5 trillion in 2026: Arvind Panagariya

India's GDP will reach $5 trillion in 2026: Arvind Panagariya

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

India will become the world's third largest economy by 2026 as its GDP in current dollar terms will reach $5 trillion in that year and further rise to $5.5 trillion in 2027, former Niti Aayog vice chairman Arvind Panagariya said on Friday. Delivering the 18th C D Deshmukh Memorial Lecture titled 'India at 125: Reclaiming the Lost Glory and Returning the Global Economy to the Old Normal', he said it is unlikely that GDP in current dollar terms of either Germany or Japan will cross $5 trillion-mark in the coming three years. Japan will have to sustain a growth rate of 3.5 per cent in current dollar terms to reach $5.03 trillion in 2027 from its 2022 level of $4.2 trillion, he said.

Tata Steel Masters Chess: Gukesh stays in joint lead

Tata Steel Masters Chess: Gukesh stays in joint lead

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

With five points in his kitty from eight games, D Gukesh jointly leads the standings with Anish Giri of Holland.

What Are Rakul-Jackky Celebrating?

What Are Rakul-Jackky Celebrating?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Ritiesh Deshmukh's directorial debut Ved has done terrific business at the box office, and the Deshmukh family invited their friends over to celebrate.

Maharashtra: Shinde may replace Deshmukh

Maharashtra: Shinde may replace Deshmukh

Rediff.com27 Dec 2007

The Congress has conveyed to Rane that Sushil Kumar Shinde is likely to be made chief minister if there is a change of leadership.

Hrithik, SRK, Salman, Bachchans Party!

Hrithik, SRK, Salman, Bachchans Party!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Bollywood's mega stars came together to celebrate Producer Anand Pandit's 60th birthday in Mumbai.

TATA Chess: Gukesh outwits Foreest

TATA Chess: Gukesh outwits Foreest

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

With seven rounds still to come in the first super tournament of the year, Anish Guru maintained his sole lead on 4.5 points out of a possible six and he is now trailed by Iranian turned Frenchman Firouza Alireza who is on 4 points.

Malaika's Stunning Look For Ganpati

Malaika's Stunning Look For Ganpati

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Besides the grand Ambani party, film folk also visited Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra's house for Ganpati darshan.

Adarsh scam: Sushil Kumar Shinde puts blame on Deshmukh

Adarsh scam: Sushil Kumar Shinde puts blame on Deshmukh

Rediff.com25 Jun 2012

Seeking to wash his hands off the Adarsh scam, Union Minister of Power Sushil Kumar Shinde on Monday told a judicial panel the decision to allot government land and grant of additional Floor Space Index to the housing society was taken during the tenure of Vilasrao Deshmukh as the chief minister of Maharashtra.

PIX: When Riteish Deshmukh kissed Farah Khan

PIX: When Riteish Deshmukh kissed Farah Khan

Rediff.com31 Aug 2013

The Grand Mast and Shuddh Desi Romance cast will appear on DID Super Moms over the weekend.

Decision on octroi soon: Deshmukh

Decision on octroi soon: Deshmukh

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

Bowing to the demand of industry, Maharashtra government is likely to take a decision on abolishing the state tax octroi in next two-three months. "We are in the final stages of taking a decision on the the issue....maybe within the next two-three months we will take a decision," Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh said on Wednesday.

At Arbaaz Khan's Wedding

At Arbaaz Khan's Wedding

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Arbaaz Khan chose Christmas Eve to wed make-up artist Shura Khan in an intimate nikaah ceremony at his sister Arpita Khan Sharma's residence in Mumbai.

Deshmukh to head Maha Cong poll mgmt panel

Deshmukh to head Maha Cong poll mgmt panel

Rediff.com12 Sep 2009

Union Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, who is against an alliance with the Nationalist Congress Party, was made chairman of the Congress election management committee on Friday, possibly raising questions over the tie-up in the Assembly polls in Maharashtra.

Adarsh scam: Deshmukh lays blame at Ashok Chavan's door

Adarsh scam: Deshmukh lays blame at Ashok Chavan's door

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

Union Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh on Tuesday appeared to be laying the blame for the Adarsh scam at former Chief Minister Ashok Chavan's door when he told the judicial panel probing it that the land was allotted to the society after a go-ahead from the revenue department.

Gukesh finishes joint second in Masters; Mendonca wins Challenger

Gukesh finishes joint second in Masters; Mendonca wins Challenger

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Grandmaster D Gukesh endured a heartbreak in the final tie-breaker against Wei Yi of China and had to be content with a joint second place finish at the Tata Steel Masters chess tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands.

Deshmukh should quit or be sacked: Maha BJP chief

Deshmukh should quit or be sacked: Maha BJP chief

Rediff.com11 Feb 2012

Vilasrao Deshmukh should quit the Union Cabinet in the wake of critical observations made by the Bombay high court on his role as the then chief minister in the land deal involving Subhash Ghai's Mukta Arts, Maharashtra Bharatiya Janata Party demanded on Saturday.

Honour inter-state treaties: Deshmukh to Karna CM

Honour inter-state treaties: Deshmukh to Karna CM

Rediff.com6 Aug 2005

Honour inter-state treaties: Deshmukh to Karna CM

Like What Rajkummar-Patralekhaa Wore?!

Like What Rajkummar-Patralekhaa Wore?!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Bollywood kept its date with the Ambanis when folks arrived at the launch of Isha Ambani's Jio World Plaza, Mumbai's latest retail destination.

Red Carpet Event *Everyone* Turned Up For

Red Carpet Event *Everyone* Turned Up For

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Just before Christmas, film and television stars partied with the Mumbai Police at their annual show, Umang.

Deshmukh to work for PM's 100-day target

Deshmukh to work for PM's 100-day target

Rediff.com29 May 2009

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh on Friday took charge of the Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises, and said achieving the 100-day target set by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh would be his priority.

Some left NCP due to ED probe: Pawar's jibe at Ajit

Some left NCP due to ED probe: Pawar's jibe at Ajit

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

"However, some members were ready to face the inquiry. (Ex-home minister) Anil Deshmukh was in jail for 14 months. Even Deshmukh was asked to change his role (loyalty) but he stood firm on his decision (to not quit NCP)," Pawar said.

Adarsh scam: Why Vilasrao Deshmukh in under CBI scanner

Adarsh scam: Why Vilasrao Deshmukh in under CBI scanner

Rediff.com2 Aug 2011

A team of five Central Bureau of Investigation officials from Mumbai are camping in New Delhi to further the investigations into the Adarsh Co-operative Housing society. After months of anticipation, the CBI has finally questioned the Union Power Minister Sushilkumar Shinde. The man next in line is former Maharashtra chief minister and newly-appointed Science and Technology Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh. What is stated in Deshmukh's affidavit?

Power crisis due to Enron case: Deshmukh

Power crisis due to Enron case: Deshmukh

Rediff.com3 May 2005

The present power crisis in Maharashtra is due to the controversy over Enron project and not related to acceptance of Godbole Committee's recommendations four years ago, Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh said on Tuesday.

Bollywood wishes Riteish Deshmukh and John Abraham

Bollywood wishes Riteish Deshmukh and John Abraham

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Why the Deshmukh government failed

Why the Deshmukh government failed

Rediff.com1 Aug 2005

Adarsh scam: Now Ashok Chavan blames Deshmukh

Adarsh scam: Now Ashok Chavan blames Deshmukh

Rediff.com30 Jun 2012

Chavan, who had to step down as Chief Minister soon after the alleged scam surfaced in November 2010, is one of the 14 accused in the case filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation, which is probing several irregularities and violation of rules in construction of the 31-storeyed building in upscale Colaba.

No headway in BHEL divestment: Deshmukh

No headway in BHEL divestment: Deshmukh

Rediff.com23 Nov 2009

He said any decision regarding divestment of BHEL has to be taken by the board of the company.

Now, Watch Nushrratt, Kareena, Ranveer At Home

Now, Watch Nushrratt, Kareena, Ranveer At Home

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Amazon Prime Video has announced 69 assorted Web series and movies, and the slate sure looks interesting.

Priority is given to majority in democracy: Ajit on EC ruling

Priority is given to majority in democracy: Ajit on EC ruling

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

The Sharad Pawar camp described the ruling as a "murder of democracy" which would be challenged in the Supreme Court.

Won't book Raj under NSA, says Deshmukh

Won't book Raj under NSA, says Deshmukh

Rediff.com1 Nov 2008

Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh has rejected the demand for booking MNS leader Raj Thackeray, whose party has targeted North Indians in the state, under the National Security Act saying he did not agree with this.

I'll abide by high command's directives: Deshmukh

I'll abide by high command's directives: Deshmukh

Rediff.com26 Dec 2007

Facing criticism from his cabinet and party colleague Narayan Rane over the functioning of the state government, Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh on Wednesday said he will abide by the directives of his party leadership.

I lost a dear friend, says PM on Deshmukh's demise

I lost a dear friend, says PM on Deshmukh's demise

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday expressed shock and deep sorrow over the demise of Vilasrao Deshmukh, saying he had lost a "dear friend and a very valued colleague".

I'm not a contender for Maha CM's post: Deshmukh

I'm not a contender for Maha CM's post: Deshmukh

Rediff.com23 Oct 2009

Union Heavy Industries Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh on Friday said that he is not a contender for the chief minister's post in Maharashtra. Speaking to reporters after his meeting with Congress president Sonia Gandhi in New Delhi, Deshmukh said he would leave the decision to the party high command. Deshmukh, who has headed the state government twice earlier, is claiming the support of fifty Members of Legislative Assembly.

Vilasrao Deshmukh's funeral in Latur on Wednesday at 4 pm

Vilasrao Deshmukh's funeral in Latur on Wednesday at 4 pm

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Union Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, who passed away in Chennai on Tuesday afternoon, will be cremated at his native Babhalgaon village in Latur district on Wednesday, family sources said.

PM should sack Deshmukh if he doesn't resign: BJP

PM should sack Deshmukh if he doesn't resign: BJP

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday targetted Union Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh for his alleged involvement in illegal land allotment to a prominent movie producer and demanded that he should be sacked if he does not step down immediately.

Maharashtra CM Vilasrao Deshmukh in Zurich

Maharashtra CM Vilasrao Deshmukh in Zurich

Rediff.com2 May 2008

Spotted: Maharashtra CM in Zurich

Why Is Nushrratt So Happy?

Why Is Nushrratt So Happy?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

The actor looked like a sweet winter treat in a pista coloured sari with lace borders.

PIX: Salman, Juhi attend Vilasrao Deshmukh's prayer meet

PIX: Salman, Juhi attend Vilasrao Deshmukh's prayer meet

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

The former Maharashtra chief minister passed away on August 14 due to liver and kidney complications.