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Venice underwater after being hit by 'exceptionally high tide'

Venice underwater after being hit by 'exceptionally high tide'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

Venice has been hit by the second worst floods on record, leaving an 'indelible wound' on the historic Italian city. Water flooded the city's historic basilica and left many of its squares and alleyways deep underwater. City officials said the tide peaked at 187 cm (6.14 ft) at 10.50 pm (local time), just short of the record 194 cm set in 1966.

'Jobs, Jobs, Jobs': What Kashmiris Want

'Jobs, Jobs, Jobs': What Kashmiris Want

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

At Srinagar's famed Lal Chowk, Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf meets a computer engineer who drives an auto for a living and discovers that Kashmiris are more interested in finding jobs than discussing the assembly election.

Mithun: The Outsider We Love To Watch

Mithun: The Outsider We Love To Watch

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Mithun Chakraborty started from scratch in bit roles and had no Godfather backing him. Yet, remarkably, his career now straddles six decades and he continues to win acclaim, observes Dinesh Raheja.

What's my fault, asks SUV driver arrested in Delhi flooding case

What's my fault, asks SUV driver arrested in Delhi flooding case

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

A court in New Delhi on Tuesday reserved its order on the bail plea of an SUV driver and four owners of the coaching centre basement in the Old Rajinder Nagar area which was flooded with rainwater and led to the death of three civil services aspirants.

Why Are Bengaluru IT Workers Protesting?

Why Are Bengaluru IT Workers Protesting?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

'The overwhelming evidence from various studies and reports indicates that the current work culture in the IT sector, characterised by excessive hours, has severe consequences for health, productivity, and overall quality of life.'

Call Me Bae Review: Ananya Is Quite A Riot!

Call Me Bae Review: Ananya Is Quite A Riot!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Call Me Bae is a spirited new addition in guilty pleasures for the fashion-loving, rom-com starved soul, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Mystical Mongolia

Mystical Mongolia

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Mongolia can take a lifetime to happen but rewards the intrepid traveller with enduring memories of a surreal, delightful land.

Tridha's Cute Babe Fashion

Tridha's Cute Babe Fashion

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

The television actor's off-screen style moments are as noteworthy as her costumes on-screen.

The World's First Suicide Bomber

The World's First Suicide Bomber

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

On the night of July 5, the Tigers launched their first kamikaze operation. Miller took the wheels of the explosive-packed truck, smiled at everyone as he turned the ignition key and drove it slowly towards the Sri Lankan military camp. A few moments later all of Jaffna heard a thunderous explosion that brought the complex crashing down in clouds of dust. Miller had given birth to a deadly tactic that Prabhakaran would employ time and again with devastating consequences to Sri Lanka -- and India. A fascinating excerpt from M R Narayan Swamy's must read new book, The Rout Of Prabhakaran.

Kolkata rape-murder: Where the CBI probe has reached

Kolkata rape-murder: Where the CBI probe has reached

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will conduct a psychological assessment of Sanjay Roy, the accused in a rape-and-murder case of a doctor in Kolkata that has triggered nationwide protests, officials said on Saturday.

Review: 22 Jump Street will leave you begging for more

Review: 22 Jump Street will leave you begging for more

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

The film could have been shorter and better written. However, it isn't exactly bad the way it is

Sensex surges 226 points to end at record high

Sensex surges 226 points to end at record high

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Tata Steel was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising over 4 per cent, followed by Axis Bank, SBI, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finserv, L&T and Maruti. NSE Nifty advanced 69.90 points to 15,860.35.

Complaint against Sheikh Hasina for genocide during students' stir

Complaint against Sheikh Hasina for genocide during students' stir

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Stating that an investigation team will work under the full supervision of the United Nations to ensure complete transparency and impartiality, he said, "None of the outgoing government involved in the murder will be exempted."

India's IPO market set to break May jinx in Lok Sabha election year

India's IPO market set to break May jinx in Lok Sabha election year

Rediff.com3 May 2024

'Sell in May, go away' is a popular market adage. But 'Don't sell any new shares in May' is the best kept secret of Dalal Street that's set to break. Sample this: the last four General Election election cycles starting 2004 have not seen a single initial public offering (IPO) launch during the month of May.

Review: Is the Suzuki Burgman Street better than the Access 125?

Review: Is the Suzuki Burgman Street better than the Access 125?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2018

The Suzuki Burgman Street steps up the style quotient with its maxi-scooter looks, but is the same as the Access 125 in many ways. So, is it worth paying Rs 9,000 extra?

Will Nifty-IT Outperform Post Elections?

Will Nifty-IT Outperform Post Elections?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

The Nifty IT index, data shows, has outperformed the markets in each of the last four election years post the result. announcement.

New laws most modern, justice in 3 years of registering FIR: Amit Shah

New laws most modern, justice in 3 years of registering FIR: Amit Shah

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Shah said the new laws would give priority to providing justice, unlike the colonial-era laws that gave primacy to penal action, and made reporting of crimes even easier by recognising e-FIR, Zero FIR and electronic or digital evidence.

Sitharaman again takes tablet in red pouch to present paperless Budget

Sitharaman again takes tablet in red pouch to present paperless Budget

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

With the tablet carefully kept inside a red cover with a golden-coloured national emblem embossed on it instead of the briefcase, Parliament will be her next destination after the call on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan.

'I'd Love To Romance Rekha Ma'am'

'I'd Love To Romance Rekha Ma'am'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

'Romance not in a physical manner maybe, but, you know, where you are just sharing dialogues and looking at each other and conversations are happening.'

Sensex jumps 255 pts to close at lifetime high of 53,159

Sensex jumps 255 pts to close at lifetime high of 53,159

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

HCL Tech was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying over 5 per cent, followed by L&T, Tech Mahindra, HDFC Bank, UltraTech Cement, ITC and Tata Steel. NSE Nifty rose 70.25 points to its all-time high of 15,924.20.

Investors richer by Rs 9.68 lakh cr in five days

Investors richer by Rs 9.68 lakh cr in five days

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Dalal Street investors became richer by Rs 9.68 lakh crore in five days of market rally, where the Sensex breached the historic 73,000-mark for the first time ever to reach a new record peak, taking the market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies to an all-time high of Rs 376 lakh crore. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 759.49 points or 1.05 per cent to settle at a new closing high of 73,327.94 on Monday. During the day, it zoomed 833.71 points or 1.14 per cent to reach its all-time peak of 73,402.16.

Street art: From the margins to mainstream

Street art: From the margins to mainstream

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Street art has emerged from its rebellious underground existence to a growing art genre in its own right. Ritika Bhatia maps the Indian leg of the movement.

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'

Not angry but...: BNP leader on Hasina's stay in India

Not angry but...: BNP leader on Hasina's stay in India

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

'New Delhi has to make up its mind whether it wants to be a friend of the Bangladeshi people or they want to be a friend of a section of people, or one party or one leader'

10 Must-Eat Delights of Durga Pujo

10 Must-Eat Delights of Durga Pujo

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

An encyclopedia to the best Durga Pujo eating.

US cop who laughed after Indian student's death fired

US cop who laughed after Indian student's death fired

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Jaahnavi Kandula, 23, was struck by a police vehicle driven by Seattle Police Officer Kevin Dave as she was crossing a street on January 23.

TDP eyes gains in Pulivendula amid Reddy sibling rivalry

TDP eyes gains in Pulivendula amid Reddy sibling rivalry

Rediff.com11 May 2024

But as voters gear up for crucial assembly and parliamentary polls on May 13, all eyes are on the high-stakes battle in Pulivendula, an assembly constituency that has been a Reddy family stronghold for over four decades.

Attrition at TCS touches record high; it may get worse, warns management

Attrition at TCS touches record high; it may get worse, warns management

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

For Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) - India's largest and the world's second-largest IT services provider - the attrition rate touched an all-time high of 17.4 per cent in Q4FY22. The management, following the announcement of the Q4 results, has warned that the attrition situation could become even worse before any improvement. According to analysts, the short term, the attrition rate at TCS could even touch 20 per cent.

Doctors refuse to call off stir despite SC intervention

Doctors refuse to call off stir despite SC intervention

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The protest continued even as the Supreme Court intervened in the matter and constituted a 10-member National Task Force to formulate a protocol for ensuring the safety and security of doctors and other healthcare professionals.

Markets end FY24 on buoyant note; Sensex gains 655 points

Markets end FY24 on buoyant note; Sensex gains 655 points

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Nestle, State Bank of India, Power Grid, Tata Steel, Larsen & Toubro and Mahindra & Mahindra were the other major gainers. In contrast, Tech Mahindra, Axis Bank and Reliance Industries were the laggards.

Why Is Delhi Deserted, Guys?

Why Is Delhi Deserted, Guys?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Delhi wears an empty look as the capital police remain on high alert on the first day of the G20 Summit.

Higher discretionary sales, store growth key for gains in Avenue Supermarts

Higher discretionary sales, store growth key for gains in Avenue Supermarts

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Shares of Avenue Supermarts (DMart) have gained about 5 per cent over the past week on better than expected June quarter (Q1FY25) performance, hopes of a recovery in discretionary demand, and margin gains going ahead. The key takeaway from the results was the robust gross margin performance. Riding on improving mix, DMart posted a 34 basis point year-on-year (Y-o-Y) improvement in gross margins to 14.9 per cent.

Monaco to close off city streets for Leclerc rendez-vous

Monaco to close off city streets for Leclerc rendez-vous

Rediff.com24 May 2020

Monaco authorities have agreed to close the Grand Prix circuit to all traffic and pedestrians from 0645 to 0900.

High-level group monitoring India's priorities in Afghanistan

High-level group monitoring India's priorities in Afghanistan

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

India's immediate priorities have been the safe return of the Indians still in Afghanistan, bringing back the Afghan nationals who stood by New Delhi, and ensuring that Afghan soil is not used for terrorism directed at India

'We don't want Aadhar, Aadhar Hatao'

'We don't want Aadhar, Aadhar Hatao'

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'The aged with retina and finger print issues are not getting access to pension and ration.' 'If all becomes digital -- what'll happen to the poor?'

Finally, longest election campaign comes to an end

Finally, longest election campaign comes to an end

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Polling is scheduled in all 13 seats of Punjab and four of Himachal Pradesh, 13 constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, nine in West Bengal, eight in Bihar, six in Odisha and three seats in Jharkhand besides Chandigarh.

Wall Street suffers biggest drop since September

Wall Street suffers biggest drop since September

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

The S&P and Dow dipped the most in a day since September 28.

Results preview: India Inc likely to report highly profitable Q4

Results preview: India Inc likely to report highly profitable Q4

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Brokerages expect India Inc to report an upturn in earnings for the March quarter of 2022-23, after a relatively muted showing in the previous two quarters. This growth is expected to be led by banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) companies, FMCG firms, and automobile makers. The combined net profit of the Nifty50 companies (excluding Adani Enterprises) is expected to have grown 15.6 per cent to Rs 1.77 trillion in Q4FY23, from Rs 1.53 trillion a year ago.

Turbo Packs A Punch In Parts

Turbo Packs A Punch In Parts

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Turbo finds its footing in the latter half with some well-conceived one-upmanship between hero and villain, yet it's marred by poorly executed action set pieces in the climactic showdown.

UK PM celebrates Diwali at 10 Downing Street

UK PM celebrates Diwali at 10 Downing Street

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

For the first time, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown on Friday celebrated Diwali at 10 Downing Street, as the Labour leader and his wife lit a lamp placed amid idols of Lord Rama, Krishna from the Swaminarayan Mandir.