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'Never assaulted anyone': US SC nominee denies sexual misconduct

'Never assaulted anyone': US SC nominee denies sexual misconduct

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

"I am looking for a fair process, a process where I can defend my integrity and clear my name. And all I am asking for is fairness and that I'd be heard in this process," Kavanaugh, 53, said.

Russia's actions violate Ukraine's sovereignty: Obama to Putin

Russia's actions violate Ukraine's sovereignty: Obama to Putin

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

United States President Barack Obama has said that Russia's actions are in violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and suggested that there is a diplomatic solution that would protect the interest of both Russia and Ukraine and end the worst East-West stand-off since the Cold War.

Did Naresh Goyal scupper the Tatas?

Did Naresh Goyal scupper the Tatas?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

For debt-laden Jet Airways, bitter foe Tata may turn into timely saviour.

The BJP's North India problem

The BJP's North India problem

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

UP and Bihar contributed 105 seats to the BJP's tally in 2014. It has now lost 8 Lok Sabha by-polls in the last four years, including three successive losses in UP and two seats in Rajasthan.

Propaganda driving youth to militancy to be targeted, not individuals: Army chief

Propaganda driving youth to militancy to be targeted, not individuals: Army chief

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

The army chief said in insurgency it is always said that people are the centre of gravity but he would like to change that.

At 25, can Jet Airways restore its earlier leadership position?

At 25, can Jet Airways restore its earlier leadership position?

Rediff.com4 May 2018

A resurgent SpiceJet is spreading its wings and Vistara is set to challenge Jet on long-haul routes in the coming years.

Mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery by Diwali

Mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery by Diwali

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

The Bill to amend the Bureau of Indian Standards Act has been passed.

BJP leader: 'Jagan won't be spared'

BJP leader: 'Jagan won't be spared'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2019

'The BJP will take time to come to power in Andhra.'

Violent protests in Delhi over power outages

Violent protests in Delhi over power outages

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

Violent protests broke out on Wednesday in several areas in the national capital against power cuts which continued to make life difficult for people in the sweltering heat on a day the city recorded the highest electricity demand in the current year.

How the govt plans to keep sugar price steady

How the govt plans to keep sugar price steady

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

Government allows duty-free import of 500,000 tonnes raw sugar till June 12. At present, India levies an import duty of 40% on sugar

'Boeing crisis won't impact Indian aviation'

'Boeing crisis won't impact Indian aviation'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

'Indian aviation is having a lesser number of aircraft.' 'Besides the Boeing 737 MAX, you have the A320Neos which Indigo is currently grappling with because of a lack of pilots.' 'This has led to cancellation (of flights) and therefore the prices of air tickets are on the higher side this season although generally in March ticket prices are on the lower side.'

Modi sounds 2019 poll bugle from Assam

Modi sounds 2019 poll bugle from Assam

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

'The significance and timing of the PM's start of the campaign journey from Silchar is a clear message that the Barak valley is a priority in his scheme of things,' notes Subimal Bhattacharjee.

Who gives Rahul ideas?

Who gives Rahul ideas?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2019

Heard about the All India Professionals Congress?

NH strength to be raised to 2 lakh km: Gadkari

NH strength to be raised to 2 lakh km: Gadkari

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

Gadkari said that 10 rail over bridges were being taken up under Setu Bharatam.

Victories give Modi-Shah steam for Lok Sabha fight

Victories give Modi-Shah steam for Lok Sabha fight

Rediff.com4 Mar 2018

BJP strategists know it may not repeat its 2014 performance in its traditionally strong bases in the north and the west. This is where the success in the north east and east is so important.

Mukesh Ambani likely to exit Navi Mumbai SEZ

Mukesh Ambani likely to exit Navi Mumbai SEZ

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

It was difficult to set up a unified zone on the SEZ land.

'India will do very well not to take Bangladesh lightly'

'India will do very well not to take Bangladesh lightly'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar warned India against taking Bangladesh lightly when they meet in the cricket World Cup knock-out stage at the Melbourne Cricket Ground March 19, saying their eastern neighbours are a dangerous side on current form.

25 Moods Of Asha Bhosle

25 Moods Of Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com8 Sep 2018

She sung a song for every mood, every situation. Sukanya Verma dives into Asha Bhosle's magnificent repertoire and pulls out gems on her 85th birthday.

Boeing's India Man

Boeing's India Man

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

Till high school, his medium of learning was Marathi. Later, he completed his doctorate under Neil Armstrong's guidance. He has travelled to close to 50 countries, sold $350 billion worth of aircraft. Anjuli Bhargava meets Boeing SVP Dinesh Keskar.

All metros among 130 districts identified as COVID-19 red zones

All metros among 130 districts identified as COVID-19 red zones

Rediff.com1 May 2020

This classification of districts is to be followed by states and union terrotories till a week post May 3, when the second phase of lockdown will end, for containment operations.

CAG seeks pending information on KG-D6 block

CAG seeks pending information on KG-D6 block

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

The list includes CAG's request dated July 2, 2012 for information on award of contract for laying of a 1,395-km pipeline by Mukesh Ambani-owned Reliance Gas Transportation Infrastructure Ltd for shipping KG-D6 gas from east coast to the west.

India must stop ignoring the Andamans

India must stop ignoring the Andamans

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

'The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are an asset that any country aspiring to become a major power would give anything to own.' 'It is disappointing that India has not capitalised on this potential,' says Vice Admiral Premvir Das (retd).

The good, not-so-good and the bad about Marazzo

The good, not-so-good and the bad about Marazzo

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com reveals the good, bad and ugly of the latest MPV from the Mahindra stable.

7 things that cost a lot more than Mangalyaan

7 things that cost a lot more than Mangalyaan

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

The events of September 24 have not only earned the country a whole lot of interest but also showed the world how a lot more can be accomplished with a shoestring budget.

Why the new government must not act dumb by playing tough

Why the new government must not act dumb by playing tough

Rediff.com14 May 2014

The choice before the next government is not between being a soft State and a tough State; it is between being a smart State and a dumb State, says former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

RIL's KG-D6 output drops once again

RIL's KG-D6 output drops once again

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

RIL produced a total of 13.58 mmscmd of gas from Dhirubhai-1 and 3 gas fields and MA oil and gas field in the KG-DWN-98/3 or KG-D6 block in Bay of Bengal in the first week of February, which rose to 13.63 mmscmd in the following week.

India's homoeopathic state of mind

India's homoeopathic state of mind

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

A homoeopathic state of mind pervades our thinking in governance and infrastructure-building. Do it in small, harmless doses, but nothing bitter, sharp, or bloody, says Shekhar Gupta.

Why SpiceJet flew into bad weather

Why SpiceJet flew into bad weather

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

Troubles for SpiceJet seem to have piled up and it remains financially strapped.

Prabhu's gift for rail passengers: No hike in fares, better amenities

Prabhu's gift for rail passengers: No hike in fares, better amenities

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Outlining the Budget estimates for the coming year, the Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu put the plan size at Rs 1.21 lakh crore.

At BRICS Summit, PM calls Pak 'mothership of terror'

At BRICS Summit, PM calls Pak 'mothership of terror'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2016

The prime minister also said that country nurtures a mindset that loudly proclaims that terrorism is justified for political gains.

After the tragedy: We don't need politics please!

After the tragedy: We don't need politics please!

Rediff.com2 Apr 2016

'There is no difference morally between politicians scoring points amid the rubble and non-politicians who assume that politics and corruption necessarily had something to do with it,' says Mihir S Sharma. 'Both are twisting a tragedy to their own ends.'

PM arrives in US; wants it on India's side

PM arrives in US; wants it on India's side

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

With an intent of deepening the bilateral strategic partnership, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has arrived in Washington for a Summit meeting with President Barack Obama, saying that India needs US on its side at a time when added thrust is being given to developmental programmes back home.

The other election India should watch today

The other election India should watch today

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

If Myanmar's election demonstrates reasonable transparency and fair process, it would go down in history as the first free and fair one in the country in more than two decades, says Dr Rahul Mishra.

Why is the world economy being shaky?

Why is the world economy being shaky?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

One has to wonder what is so wrong with the European Union.

Tricks of trade: How South Asian network can help India

Tricks of trade: How South Asian network can help India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

ADB has often expressed its interest in promoting sub-regional integration in South Asia and perhaps could be involved as a facilitator.

Odds favour Kejriwal, but air not even yet

Odds favour Kejriwal, but air not even yet

Rediff.com2 Jan 2016

Delhi's chief minister claims success, but his ambitious odd even scheme's real test could be on Monday.

Why India must go for bullet trains

Why India must go for bullet trains

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

India should not miss the opportunity to develop high-speed railway.

Despite slowdown, investors pump money into realty funds

Despite slowdown, investors pump money into realty funds

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

Indian property markets are not in the pink of health.

Why big infra projects get delayed in India

Why big infra projects get delayed in India

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

The NHAI says non-availability of funds from private developers and financial institutions is also responsible for major delays.

APEC's Manila summit: Why India should care

APEC's Manila summit: Why India should care

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

The 'Missing link in India's Act East Policy', as India's former foreign secretary Shyam Saran calls it, needs to be filled sooner rather than later, says Dr Rahul Mishra.