News for 'Golden Jubilee'

Caption this: Modi's got a gun!

Caption this: Modi's got a gun!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

Post your tongue-in-cheek captions in the message board.

'If any woman reaches final in the Olympics after 33 years it is a big thing'

'If any woman reaches final in the Olympics after 33 years it is a big thing'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

India's steeplechase specialist Lalita Babar, who finished 10th in the recently-concluded Rio Olympics, said the transition from being a marathon runner to a steeplechaser wasn't an easy one.

Amit Shah to visit village in Arunachal along China border

Amit Shah to visit village in Arunachal along China border

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Arunachal Pradesh on April 10 and 11 where he will launch the 'Vibrant Villages Programme' in Kibithoo, a village along the India-China border.

No role of disruption in Parliamentary democracy: Pranab

No role of disruption in Parliamentary democracy: Pranab

Rediff.com24 May 2013

With frequent disruptions and adjournments hampering legislative business, President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday asked the political establishment to find a solution to the problem. "I am sad when I find that Parliamentary proceedings and state assembly proceedings are disrupted without transacting businesses," he said.

PIX: Rajinikanth rubs shoulders with Amitabh Bachchan

PIX: Rajinikanth rubs shoulders with Amitabh Bachchan

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

The 50th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) kicked off in Panaji, Goa, on a grand scale.

Al Qaeda planned to kill Blair in front of Queen

Al Qaeda planned to kill Blair in front of Queen

Rediff.com26 Feb 2007

British Prime Minister Tony Blair braved an assassination threat from al-Qaeda and went ahead with the plans to attend the Queen's 2002 Golden Jubilee celebrations.

'At 88, It's Difficult To Get Roles...'

'At 88, It's Difficult To Get Roles...'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'If I got more work, I would do even more! Recently, I did the Tanishq ad.' 'I keep working because I am fit. I love acting, that is my relaxation.'

Take notes UPA! Here are Pranab's tips on good governance

Take notes UPA! Here are Pranab's tips on good governance

Rediff.com6 Apr 2013

President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday delivered the 14th D P Kohli Memorial Lecture on the topic of 'Good Governance: Empowering Institutions, Society and Public' on the occasion of the golden jubilee celebrations of the Central Bureau of Investigation in Delhi.

Valour, sacrifice of 1965 war etched in our memory: Modi

Valour, sacrifice of 1965 war etched in our memory: Modi

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday visited Shauryanjali, a military exhibition to mark the golden jubilee of Indo-Pak War of 1965, and said that the valour and sacrifice of the armed forces during the war would remain etched in every Indian's memory.

National leaders needed from science fields: PM

National leaders needed from science fields: PM

Rediff.com18 Aug 2012

India today needs "national leaders" from the fields of science and engineering, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said in Mumbai on Saturday.

'India Has Become More Aggressive With China'

'India Has Become More Aggressive With China'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

'China will do everything to hamper our ability to be a competitor.' 'China wants every country in the region to be subservient and we are the biggest stumbling block.'

Hindus need not provide evidence on Lord Ram: RSS

Hindus need not provide evidence on Lord Ram: RSS

Rediff.com9 Dec 2007

The RSS on Sunday said Hindus need not provide the evidence of the existence of Lord Ram, as it is the matter of faith.

Vengsarkar, Wadekar bat for Dhoni

Vengsarkar, Wadekar bat for Dhoni

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

Former Indian captains Dilip Vengsarkar and Ajit Wadekar batted for current skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni who has been facing a lot of criticism of late for the cricket team's failures.

Help Naxals, but respect Lakshman Rekha: Ramesh to churches

Help Naxals, but respect Lakshman Rekha: Ramesh to churches

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

Union Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh on Friday made a strong pitch for roping in organisations like those run by Catholic Church to bring development in Maoist-hit areas but asked them to respect the 'Lakshman Rekha' and not engage in "religious mobilisation".

IITs an integral constituent of 'Brand India': Dr Singh

IITs an integral constituent of 'Brand India': Dr Singh

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh was the chief guest at the Golden Jubilee Convocation at the Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay at Powai. This is how he inspired the students of the prestigious institute.

What makes Porsche 911 car of the century?

What makes Porsche 911 car of the century?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2013

For five decades, the 911 has been the heart of the Porsche brand. This year, it celebrates golden jubilee. The 911 is also the central point of reference for all other Porsche series.

Victory bugles mark formation day across Gujarat

Victory bugles mark formation day across Gujarat

Rediff.com1 May 2010

The celebrations kickstarted with Modi paying homage to men who sacrificed their lives for the formation of Gujarat at Lal Darwaza area in Ahmedabad. He along with Governor Dr Kamla then paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Sabarmati Ashram here and also felicitated the family members of the martyrs at the function held in Gandhi Ashram.

IIT-Bombay's AVENUES.07 management fest

IIT-Bombay's AVENUES.07 management fest

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

As part of its Golden Jubilee year, IIT-Bombay is organising a two-day management fest, AVENUES.07.

IITs remain the big daddy of fund-raisers

IITs remain the big daddy of fund-raisers

Rediff.com14 Nov 2011

IIT Bombay has, over the last decade, generated Rs 200 crore (Rs 2 billion), only via donations from its alumni.

IAF Sukhoi-30 jets have a design flaw: Browne

IAF Sukhoi-30 jets have a design flaw: Browne

Rediff.com4 Aug 2012

Air Chief NAK Browne on Saturday said the IAF has identified a "design flaw" with the Russian-made supersonic fighter aircraft Sukhoi-30 though nothing is wrong with its "airworthiness".

Business-as-usual will not work for 9% growth: PM

Business-as-usual will not work for 9% growth: PM

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

A 'business-as-usual' approach will not work if the Indian economy is to achieve its long-term 9 per cent annual growth target, which is "very ambitious" in the backdrop of global uncertainties, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

TCS plans Rs 1,000 crore training centre in Kerala

TCS plans Rs 1,000 crore training centre in Kerala

Rediff.com29 Jul 2011

Software major TCS will sign an MoU with Kerala government on Saturday for setting up of a Rs 1,000 crore Global Training Academy in Thiruvananthapuram.

Bangladesh visit: PM uses new VVIP aircraft for 1st time

Bangladesh visit: PM uses new VVIP aircraft for 1st time

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday went from Delhi to Dhaka on a new custom-made VVIP aircraft, using it for the first time on a foreign journey.

No single solution to tackle corruption: PM

No single solution to tackle corruption: PM

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

With Team Anna stepping up the heat on the corruption issue, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday said the government was open to reasoned debate on the Lokpal Bill but made it clear that there was no single solution to tackle the problem.

PM to help rupee hit textile industry

PM to help rupee hit textile industry

Rediff.com18 Mar 2008

Acknowledging that the rupee appreciation has created some problems for exporters, the government on Tuesday assured the textile industry of addressing all its legitimate concerns to generate more employment. "I am aware that the strengthening of the rupee has created some strains for our exporters," Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said at the golden jubilee celebrations of the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry.

'Pakistani tanks were burning in front of us'

'Pakistani tanks were burning in front of us'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

'The tank battle was fought at ranges of 300-700 metres.' 'It was a rare example of the complete destruction of a squadron by another squadron.'

The role of lawyers is not confined to courts: PM

The role of lawyers is not confined to courts: PM

Rediff.com17 May 2010

The role of lawyers extends to being an integral part of our system of administration of justice, and justice not just in the legal sense but justice that's social, economic and political as set out in the preamble of our Constitution, says Prime Minister Manmohan Singh

'Legislative decorum has been on the decline'

'Legislative decorum has been on the decline'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2009

Parrikar spoke about Goa's descent into lawlessness, its unruly assembly and the slow death of a project close to his heart -- the International Film Festival.

US: Resolution on Gandhi's impact on Martin Luther

US: Resolution on Gandhi's impact on Martin Luther

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

The resolution urges Americans to commemorate the impact that King's trip to India in 1959 and his study of Gandhian philosophy had in shaping the Civil Rights Movement and creating political climate necessary to pass legislation to expand civil rights and voting rights for all Americans.

2010: Narendra Modi faces SIT probe, Nitish's ire

2010: Narendra Modi faces SIT probe, Nitish's ire

Rediff.com27 Dec 2010

The ghost of the 2002 Gujarat riots continued to haunt Chief Minister Narendra Modi who was grilled for the first time by the Supreme Court-appointed Special Investigation Team this year.

Kamal Haasan releases Telugu remake of A Wednesday

Kamal Haasan releases Telugu remake of A Wednesday

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

The film will see Haasan and Venkatesh together.

It's celebration time as Karnataka turns 50

It's celebration time as Karnataka turns 50

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

The golden jubilee of Karnataka's formation, Rajyotsava, was celebrated on Wednesday throughout the state with pomp and ceremony.

    IIT-Bombay: A story of <I>kal aj aur kal</I>

IIT-Bombay: A story of kal aj aur kal

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

The event took off with an introductory speech by Dr Ajit Ranade appreciating the achievements of IIT Bombay. Among the other speakers were Dr Anil Kakodkar, chairman of the board of governors, IIT-B, Infosys chief Nandan Nilekani and Prof. R K Shevgaonkar, deputy director of finance and external affairs and the co-chairman of the IITBAA.

'India's Dream Team failed to deliver'

'India's Dream Team failed to deliver'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

This also shows that there are other skills that go into a success story than mere ideas.

RTI mantra: When in doubt, confront

RTI mantra: When in doubt, confront

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

If you don't bribe your work will not be done and you will suffer. To make the government servant suffer what you must do is bribe and have him arrested. Only then will your work be done and next time they will respect you, said Shailesh Gandhi

Cong, BJP spar over PM's 'I did Satyagraha' remark in B'desh

Cong, BJP spar over PM's 'I did Satyagraha' remark in B'desh

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

"I must have been 20-22 years old when I and my colleagues did satyagraha for Bangladesh's freedom," Modi said.

Telugu production house Suresh Productions completes 50 years

Telugu production house Suresh Productions completes 50 years

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

The production house, has produced about 150 films in 15 languages

Amma to focus on peace with Pakistan

Amma to focus on peace with Pakistan

Rediff.com22 Sep 2003

A R Rahman to host music show to mark DD's 50 years

A R Rahman to host music show to mark DD's 50 years

Rediff.com12 Aug 2009

The show called ''The Big Band'' will have close to 40 music bands from countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Singapore, and Sri Lanka competing with each other.