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The Secret of Gautam Adani's Success

The Secret of Gautam Adani's Success

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Gautambhai has shown that he has ability to withstand payment delays or vexatious court cases. That is where he is on a more comfortable wicket than many others. A revealing excerpt from R N Bhaskar's Gautam Adani: Reimagining Business in India and the World.

Delhi riots: Man who pointed gun at cop seeks release

Delhi riots: Man who pointed gun at cop seeks release

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

Shahrukh Pathan, who had allegedly pointed a gun at a Delhi Police Head Constable during the 2020 communal riots, on Monday moved a court here seeking discharge from all the offences in the case.

LAC row: India, China agree on 3-step disengagement plan

LAC row: India, China agree on 3-step disengagement plan

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

The disengagement plan was discussed between the two sides during the 8th Corps Commander-level talks which were held on November 6 in Chushul.

The hero who prevented the Chinese from invading Assam

The hero who prevented the Chinese from invading Assam

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat, 21, received the Mahavir Chakra in the 1962 War with China. Such was his valour that a temple and museum stands on the land he died defending in the icy valley of Arunachal Pradesh.

'Limited war is the only option with China'

'Limited war is the only option with China'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

'The PLA will not voluntarily withdraw from Indian territory.'

Varsity swimmers Srihari, Maana nominated for Tokyo Games

Varsity swimmers Srihari, Maana nominated for Tokyo Games

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

The duo will hope to make the cut in an Olympic qualifying event in Rome later this week.

3 killed as chopper crashes in rain-hit Uttarkashi

3 killed as chopper crashes in rain-hit Uttarkashi

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

The helicopter crashed near Moldi while returning after distributing relief material among the affected people, said Uttarkashi Disaster Management officer Devendra Patwal.

IAF showcases Rafale, Sukhoi on 89th foundation day

IAF showcases Rafale, Sukhoi on 89th foundation day

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Celebrating its 89th anniversary, the Indian Air Force on Friday put up a dazzling show with 75 aircraft, drawn from its vintage and modern fleet, performing skilful manoeuvres also marking the platinum jubilee year of India's Independence.

Rahul Gandhi quizzed by ED for 2nd consecutive day

Rahul Gandhi quizzed by ED for 2nd consecutive day

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

While agency sources informed that Gandhi recorded his statement and checked its transcript minutely, Congress leaders said the investigators took multiple breaks during his questioning

'How can I build Rs 50L corpus by 2030?'

'How can I build Rs 50L corpus by 2030?'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Disengagement in Ladakh in final phase: Top defence officials to Par panel

Disengagement in Ladakh in final phase: Top defence officials to Par panel

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

The disengagement process between India and China in eastern Ladakh is in final stages and on the brink of completion, top officials of the country's defence establishment on Thursday told a parliamentary panel during a meeting, which sources said turned 'stormy' amid several questions asked by opposition members including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

We will not change Uttarakhand CM: Congress

We will not change Uttarakhand CM: Congress

Rediff.com17 Mar 2012

The Congress high command on Saturday assured rebel Uttarakhand leader Harish Rawat that he will get his due but ruled out any change in the post of chief minister. The name of Rawat's wife Renuka is being considered among a few others for Rajya Sabha nomination for the lone vacant seat from the hill state, All India Congress Committee general secretary Chaudhary Birender Singh said.

Air Force bases on high alert over terror threat

Air Force bases on high alert over terror threat

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

An orange alert has been sounded for Srinagar, Avantipur, Jammu, Pathankot, Hindon airbases after the monitoring of the terrorists' movements by the intelligence agencies.

A Salute to the Soldier at the LAC

A Salute to the Soldier at the LAC

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Indian Army officers, serving and retired, will tell you that the one thing that makes the Indian soldier singularly unique is his josh and jazba.

HC declines plea to adjourn petition on Prez rule in U'khand

HC declines plea to adjourn petition on Prez rule in U'khand

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

The Nainital high court on Wednesday declined the Centre's plea seeking more time to argue Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat's plea against President's rule in the state.

Multi-agency rescue op inside Uttarakhand's Tapovan tunnel underway

Multi-agency rescue op inside Uttarakhand's Tapovan tunnel underway

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

A multi-agency operation to rescue an estimated 34 people trapped inside a big tunnel at Tapovan was carried out overnight after a glacier burst-triggered deluge killed 10 people in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district while over 140 are missing, officials said on Monday.

Uttarakhand glacial burst brings back memories of 2013 deluge

Uttarakhand glacial burst brings back memories of 2013 deluge

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

The massive flood in the Dhauli Ganga river triggered by a glacial burst in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district on Sunday came as a grim reminder of the Kedarnath deluge of 2013 which led to widespread devastation in the ecologically fragile Himalayan region.

35 Chinese soldiers killed in LAC clash: US intelligence

35 Chinese soldiers killed in LAC clash: US intelligence

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

China has not yet talked about the number of casualties suffered by the People's Liberation Army during the clash.

Cabinet approves creation of chief of defence staff

Cabinet approves creation of chief of defence staff

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

The CDS will be a four-star general and his salary will be equivalent to that of service chiefs.

Why Vinay Mohan Kwatra Got Foreign Secretary's Job

Why Vinay Mohan Kwatra Got Foreign Secretary's Job

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

The turning point in his career was undoubtedly Nepal where he was sent as ambassador and acted with a cool head.

Defence Ministry to announce new air defence command by Oct

Defence Ministry to announce new air defence command by Oct

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

The air defence command is proposed to be set up alongside the Central Command Headquarters of the IAF which controls important air bases including Agra, Gwalior and Bareilly.

Yogi addressed more rallies than all Opposition leaders combined

Yogi addressed more rallies than all Opposition leaders combined

Rediff.com26 May 2019

Nearly 137 public meetings in UP...

Lakhimpur violence adds to Yogi's woes ahead of UP poll

Lakhimpur violence adds to Yogi's woes ahead of UP poll

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

The Lakhimpur violence, in which the son of senior BJP leader and Union minister of state Ajay Mishra Teni are accused of trampling four protesting farmers to death, has opened another front for the CM to deal with, after the mysterious death of Akhara Parishad president Mahant Narendra Giri last month and the death of a Kanpur-based trader in Gorakhpur recently.

'Punjab police has busted 16 terror modules in 6 months'

'Punjab police has busted 16 terror modules in 6 months'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

'You bust one module and another one comes up.'

Highest salary offered at IIM Lucknow is...

Highest salary offered at IIM Lucknow is...

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

The management institute also clocked 100% placement, says Virendra Singh Rawat.

Crisis in Punjab Cong simmers as Sidhu refuses to budge

Crisis in Punjab Cong simmers as Sidhu refuses to budge

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

As state-level leaders tried to placate Sidhu, he made it clear through the video that he was in no mood to budge on his 'principles'.

Dalit couple beaten up in MP: 6 cops suspended

Dalit couple beaten up in MP: 6 cops suspended

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Taking the matter seriously, the Bharatiya Janata Party government on Wednesday night transferred collector S Vishwnathan, SP Nayak and IG Rajababu Singh.

Fear of coup prevented CDS appointment earlier: Ex-army chief

Fear of coup prevented CDS appointment earlier: Ex-army chief

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

"This is the single reason why the country did not have a CDS so far," the former army chief said.

Andhra top cop shunted out as Jagan takes charge as CM

Andhra top cop shunted out as Jagan takes charge as CM

Rediff.com31 May 2019

The DGP was on the "hit list" of the YSR Congress for some time now, as they were perceived to be close to the previous Telugu Desam Party government.

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.

Now, soldiers can complain directly to the Army chief

Now, soldiers can complain directly to the Army chief

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

We would like that people come directly to us rather than resorting to the social media or other means, Gen Rawat said.

Unfair to call Kumbh Covid 'super-spreader': Official

Unfair to call Kumbh Covid 'super-spreader': Official

Rediff.com30 May 2021

Mela Inspector General Sanjay Gunjyal also said the religious event formally began on April 1 by which time the second wave of Covid was already raging in states like Maharashtra and Haryana.

Rahul constitutes CWC, several veterans dropped

Rahul constitutes CWC, several veterans dropped

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

He has also convened the first meeting of the extended CWC on July 22 to chalk out the party's future strategy.

ASK AJIT: Stocks You Must Exit

ASK AJIT: Stocks You Must Exit

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

PHOTOS: Nation salutes Kargil heroes on Vijay Diwas

PHOTOS: Nation salutes Kargil heroes on Vijay Diwas

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Here's a look at the tributes.

Uttarakhand CM Vijay Bahuguna on his way out

Uttarakhand CM Vijay Bahuguna on his way out

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna is on his way out, according to Congress sources, and Union Minister Harish Rawat and state minister Pritam Singh are emerging as the frontrunners for the top job in the hill state.

India 'priest' of world peace, but...:Rajnath's message to China

India 'priest' of world peace, but...:Rajnath's message to China

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

The defence minister said "last year in Galwan Valley, our soldiers displayed exemplary courage and valour in line of duty. I salute all brave soldiers who laid down their lives fighting for the nation."

Army top brass to review situation in Ladakh at 4-day conference

Army top brass to review situation in Ladakh at 4-day conference

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

The commanders will also deliberate on a slew of long-pending reform measures like cutting down on ceremonial practices and non-military activities to ensure a rational distribution of resources, they said.

Army jawan killed as Pak violates ceasefire in J-K's Poonch

Army jawan killed as Pak violates ceasefire in J-K's Poonch

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

The soldier, manning a forward post, was killed in the firing from across the border in Shahpur-Kerni area of Poonch sector, an Army official said.

UP polls: Akhilesh Yadav ropes in small parties to make a comeback

UP polls: Akhilesh Yadav ropes in small parties to make a comeback

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

While Yadav began to tour different constituencies and address public meetings to mobilise the SP rank and file, he has concurrently started the tedious process of cobbling up an alliance of smaller outfits representing a mlange of castes and sub-castes, reports Virendra Singh Rawat.