News for 'Dharavi'

Redeveloping Dharavi is not viable for us: HDIL

Redeveloping Dharavi is not viable for us: HDIL

Rediff.com10 Mar 2009

Developer to bid for work from those who win the final contract.

Podium finish for Shinde, settles for silver

Podium finish for Shinde, settles for silver

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Eknath Shinde, a former auto-rickshaw driver, has emerged as a key leader in Maharashtra, culminating in his appointment as Deputy Chief Minister. His journey from a Shiv Sena rebel to a dominant figure in the state's politics is a testament to his resilience and political acumen. He gained popularity for his pro-people stance and his contributions to infrastructure projects and social welfare schemes, solidifying his position as a powerful player in the Mahayuti alliance.

Dharavi to beat mega cities in realty valuation

Dharavi to beat mega cities in realty valuation

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

Dev Chatterjee & Raghavendra Kamath in Mumbai

Why Muslims Prefer This BJP Candidate

Why Muslims Prefer This BJP Candidate

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Will Hindus not vote for a Muslim candidate? Is that why such few Muslims are given tickets? Two constituencies in Mumbai break prevalent stereotypes about these difficult questions.

What's Pongal Without A Selfie?

What's Pongal Without A Selfie?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Glimpses of Pongal being celebrated in Chennai, Hyderabad and Mumbai on Sunday, January 15, 2023.

'Hindutva Tsunami Has Swept Maharashtra'

'Hindutva Tsunami Has Swept Maharashtra'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

'More than 9.5% new voters have been added to the electoral voters' list compared to the 2024 Lok Sabha election.' 'This led to an increase in about 5% to 6% in total votes polled for this assembly election.' 'That has tilted hugely in our favour because we worked hard for registration of these voters and concentrated on bringing out these new voters out during this assembly election.'

Adani gives Teachers' Day lecture at college that rejected him

Adani gives Teachers' Day lecture at college that rejected him

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Gautam Adani had in the late 1970s applied to join a Mumbai college for education, but the college rejected his application. He did not pursue education but turned to business and went on to build a $220 billion empire. About four-and-a-half decades later, he gets called to the same college to deliver a lecture to students on Teachers Day. Adani had moved to Mumbai at the age of 16 and started working as a diamond sorter.

Kaala Trailer Review: Recapturing Mani Ratnam's Dharavi magic

Kaala Trailer Review: Recapturing Mani Ratnam's Dharavi magic

Rediff.com29 May 2018

'Rajnikanth's Kaala seems like a continuation from where Mani Ratnam had left off in his masterpiece Naayagan.'

From IPL glam to Mumbai slums: Justin Langer's journey

From IPL glam to Mumbai slums: Justin Langer's journey

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Langer said conversation they had at that time included a deep dive into Chandrashekhar's life and 'his story blew me away'.

Tight security for Modi's Mumbai visit, traffic curbs in place

Tight security for Modi's Mumbai visit, traffic curbs in place

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

In view of the prime minister's visit, a few roads in the area will be closed for vehicles, while traffic will be diverted on some other routes, the traffic police said.

26/11 govt counsel Ujjwal Nikam BJP's pick from Mumbai North Central

26/11 govt counsel Ujjwal Nikam BJP's pick from Mumbai North Central

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

Nikam has replaced two-time MP Poonam Mahajan, who is the daughter of the late BJP stalwart Pramod Mahajan.

'Whenever I Lied I Lied In The Country's Interest'

'Whenever I Lied I Lied In The Country's Interest'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

'Kasab was never given mutton biryani.' 'What I had said was Kasab had asked for mutton biryani to be served in jail.'

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'It's dull because this time the election is spread over such a long period.'

In 2019, Fadnavis promised to mentor Aaditya as next CM: Uddhav

In 2019, Fadnavis promised to mentor Aaditya as next CM: Uddhav

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

The claim evoked a sharp reaction from Fadnavis, current deputy chief minister in the Mahayuti government of BJP, Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party led by Ajit Pawar, who said Thackeray has "lost his mind".

'Fire Is Always A Concern In Mumbai'

'Fire Is Always A Concern In Mumbai'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

'As the city grows, so do its fire incidents.'

The Garbage Collector Whose Book Is Taught At Uni

The Garbage Collector Whose Book Is Taught At Uni

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

'Not even in my wildest dreams did I think I would write a book one day.'

It's Sena vs Sena in 3 out of 6 LS seats in Mumbai

It's Sena vs Sena in 3 out of 6 LS seats in Mumbai

Rediff.com1 May 2024

This will be the first major electoral test after the political realignment that emerged in 2019.

When Mithali Raj bowled Harbhajan

When Mithali Raj bowled Harbhajan

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Glimpses from the match between teams led by Harbhajan Singh and Mithali Raj, hosted by Disney Star Sports, featuring children from the Raje Shivaji Vidyalaya in Dharavi, Mumbai.

Phase 5: Mumbai voting hampered by delays, long queues, sweltering heat

Phase 5: Mumbai voting hampered by delays, long queues, sweltering heat

Rediff.com20 May 2024

While at some places people who had turned up at polling booths early in the morning left without casting their vote after waiting in line for a long time, Sena-UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray alleged that the process was slowed down deliberately.

India logs 456 new Covid cases, 1 death; active tally rises

India logs 456 new Covid cases, 1 death; active tally rises

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

The death toll stands at 5,30,780 with one death reported in Gujarat, data updated by the ministry at 8 am stated.

YouTuber faces police ire for students' protest near minister's home

YouTuber faces police ire for students' protest near minister's home

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

The police will take action against a YouTuber after it emerged that he had asked students to assemble in Dharavi area in Mumbai near the residence of Maharashtra Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad to demand the cancellation of offline exams for classes 10 and 12 on Monday, an official said.

10 Gangster Shows On OTT

10 Gangster Shows On OTT

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 gangster thrillers on OTT for those who have the stomach for gaalis and gore.

INDIA's show of strength at Rahul's rally; Oppn kicks off LS poll campaign

INDIA's show of strength at Rahul's rally; Oppn kicks off LS poll campaign

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

The former Congress president alleged that PM Modi had a "monopoly over corruption".

Yeh Hai India: All Set For Navratri

Yeh Hai India: All Set For Navratri

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

The Navratri festival begins on Monday, September 26, 2022.

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'

Varun Makes Politicians Do Nach Punjaban

Varun Makes Politicians Do Nach Punjaban

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

The International Film Festival of India kicked off in style on November 20 in Goa.

Covid: Parl panel stresses swift strategy evolution for next-gen vaccines

Covid: Parl panel stresses swift strategy evolution for next-gen vaccines

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The ICMR-National Institute of Virology has been regularly undertaking studies to understand the protective efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines against emerging variants.

SC verdict on Adani 'extraordinarily generous': Cong

SC verdict on Adani 'extraordinarily generous': Cong

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

The Congress on Wednesday said the Supreme Court judgment on certain matters relating to transactions by the Adani Group has proven to be 'extraordinarily generous' to Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and asserted that the party's fight against crony capitalism and its ill-effects on prices, employment and inequalities will continue.

Sunny Leone Wins An Award

Sunny Leone Wins An Award

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Last weekend seemed to be dedicated to awards for style and talent.

Power outage hits Mumbai yet again, many pockets plunge into darkness

Power outage hits Mumbai yet again, many pockets plunge into darkness

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Suburbs like Bandra, Santacruz and Chembur, and pockets in central Mumbai such as Dadar reported the outage for over 15 minutes starting at 2130 hrs.

OTT This Week: Mystery. Miracles. Drama

OTT This Week: Mystery. Miracles. Drama

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Sunil Shetty makes his OTT debut. Chiranjeevi comes calling. Parvathy Thiruvothu, Nithya Menen and Amruta Subhash provide enchanting viewing. Santa Claus gets ready to retire.

From Dharavi to Shanghai

From Dharavi to Shanghai

Rediff.com26 Apr 2010

Decisions taken today will determine urban India's shape

YouTuber 'Hindustani Bhau' arrested over students' protest

YouTuber 'Hindustani Bhau' arrested over students' protest

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

The police took the action against the 41-year-old YouTuber after it emerged that he had asked students to assemble in Dharavi area of Mumbai near Gaikwad's residence on Monday to demand the cancellation of offline exams for classes 10 and 12 in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, he said.

The SUPER FUN Bollywood Quiz

The SUPER FUN Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

India celebrates Sankranti, Pongal, Bihu with zest

India celebrates Sankranti, Pongal, Bihu with zest

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

Amid the shadow of the third wave of COVID-19, people of India marked different festivals across the country.

Bain to buy 90% stake in Adani Capital and Adani Housing for Rs 1,600 cr

Bain to buy 90% stake in Adani Capital and Adani Housing for Rs 1,600 cr

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

The Adani group has exited the financial services business by selling its entire 90 per cent stake in Adani Capital and Adani Housing to private equity (PE) firm Bain Capital for Rs 1,440 crore. The total valuation of the Adani financial services business stands at Rs 1,600 crore. Gaurav Gupta, managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Adani firms will hold the rest of the stake.

Have You Seen These Top Cops?

Have You Seen These Top Cops?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

OTT has seen some of the grittiest and quirkiest cops in its Web series and original movies.

Maharashtra logs 1081 fresh Covid cases, Mumbai accounts for 739

Maharashtra logs 1081 fresh Covid cases, Mumbai accounts for 739

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

Maharashtra on Wednesday recorded 1,081 fresh Covid-19 cases, the highest daily rise after February 24, and zero fatality, the state health department said in a bulletin.

India's daily Covid cases drop below 16K-mark, 68 deaths

India's daily Covid cases drop below 16K-mark, 68 deaths

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

The national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 98.54 per cent, the health ministry said.