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Rupee plunges to 64-level against dollar

Rupee plunges to 64-level against dollar

Rediff.com26 May 2015

The rupee slumped to 64-level against the American currency, its second straight fall this week.

Scrooging, Benching...Worst Dating Trends

Scrooging, Benching...Worst Dating Trends

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Breadcrumbing is when you send flirty hints with no intentions of moving forwards in a relationship.

Sensex extends losses; metal, banks drag

Sensex extends losses; metal, banks drag

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

The broader Nifty declined by 73.90 points, or 0.71 per cent, to end at 10,378.40.

A 'high' holiday: Stoners celebrate National Weed Day

A 'high' holiday: Stoners celebrate National Weed Day

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

Rediff.com takes a look at this epicentre of reefer madness that is the 4/20 celebration.

Cong: The whole 'Covid drama' is being orchestrated to...

Cong: The whole 'Covid drama' is being orchestrated to...

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

At a press conference in Pakhal village in Faridabad, Ramesh said, "This whole Covid drama over the last two days has been orchestrated to defame and derail the Bharat Jodo Yatra from coming to Delhi. That's the only objective."

Marathi actress remanded till May 18 for posts against Sharad Pawar

Marathi actress remanded till May 18 for posts against Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Chitale, 29, a film and TV actress, was arrested by the Thane police on Saturday over a post she allegedly shared on her Facebook page.

Omicron impact less severe than previous Covid variants: Study

Omicron impact less severe than previous Covid variants: Study

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

The percentage of patients with serious infections had halved from previous admissions.

Sensex advances for sixth day, IT the bright spot

Sensex advances for sixth day, IT the bright spot

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

The 50-share NSE Nifty after moving between 10,374.30 and 10,307.30 settled flat at 10,348.75, up 6.45 points, or 0.06 per cent.

Markets end marginally lower as investors stay wary on corporate results

Markets end marginally lower as investors stay wary on corporate results

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

NTPC, Sun Pharma Coal India and Asian Paints were among top losers on BSE Sensex

India ushers in New Year sans Covid curbs after 2 yrs

India ushers in New Year sans Covid curbs after 2 yrs

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

Large crowds thronged popular boulevards, tourist hubs and entertainment centres across India and many joined special prayers at places of worship on Sunday as people stepped out to celebrate the New Year without COVID-19 restrictions.

Morbi bridge collapse toll rises to 134; rescue operation on

Morbi bridge collapse toll rises to 134; rescue operation on

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

The over a century-old bridge, which had reopened five days ago after extensive repairs and renovation, was crammed with people when it collapsed around 6.30 pm on Sunday.

Indian equities slide as US-China trade war intensifies

Indian equities slide as US-China trade war intensifies

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

The BSE gauge Sensex fell 73.88 points to 35,548.26 and the NSE Nifty slid 17.85 points to 10,799.85, taking cues from tumbling global shares.

Sensex rallies 534 pts led by gains in index heavyweights

Sensex rallies 534 pts led by gains in index heavyweights

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

NTPC was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 4 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finserv, SBI, Bajaj Finance, Tech Mahindra, Dr Reddy's and Tata Steel.

Qadri's supporters hold Islamabad's 'red zone' under siege

Qadri's supporters hold Islamabad's 'red zone' under siege

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

About 25,000 protesters on Sunday, a month after Qadri was hanged for shooting Taseer, prayed for him in Rawalpindi, and then marched towards Islamabad's Red Zone, breaking barriers that had been erected.

Consumer goods makers in rush to go public

Consumer goods makers in rush to go public

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

Jaipuria has not specified the amount he is looking to raise, but says this is the right time to tap the capital markets.

Did Prabhu's tweet on exports help markets, rupee recoup losses?

Did Prabhu's tweet on exports help markets, rupee recoup losses?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Export trade during August 2018 recorded at $27.84 billion, a positive growth of 19.21 per cent, tweeted Prabhu.

Kartik has a WARNING for you

Kartik has a WARNING for you

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Soha wears her mood...Mira soaks in the sun...

Malik apologises to HC for remarks against Wankhedes despite undertaking

Malik apologises to HC for remarks against Wankhedes despite undertaking

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Senior counsel Aspi Chinoy, who appeared for Malik, submitted an affidavit by the minister where he apologized for having violated the court's November 29 order.

Hijab verdict today; schools shut in K'taka district

Hijab verdict today; schools shut in K'taka district

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

In view of the high court verdict, the Kalaburagi district administration has imposed Section 144 effective from 8 pm Monday till 6 am on March 19.

Seems human life is not important for State: HC on oxygen crisis

Seems human life is not important for State: HC on oxygen crisis

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

'The steel and petrochemical industries are oxygen guzzlers and diverting oxygen from there can meet hospitals' requirements'

Let banks fund your holiday

Let banks fund your holiday

Rediff.com30 Jun 2005

The Indian Education Scramble

The Indian Education Scramble

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Tuition classes: Saviours or demons, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Karnataka HC's full bench may deliver verdict on hijab case tomorrow

Karnataka HC's full bench may deliver verdict on hijab case tomorrow

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

According to the lawyers appearing for the petitioner girls from Udupi district, the matter pertaining to hijab case has been listed for Tuesday as serial No. 1 and the court may spell out the operative part of the verdict from 10.30 am onwards.

COVID-19 vaccination on all days in April: Govt

COVID-19 vaccination on all days in April: Govt

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

The Centre wrote to all states and union territories on Thursday and asked them to make necessary arrangements for this, the Union Health Ministry said.

K'taka likely to decide on reopening PU, degree colleges on Feb 14

K'taka likely to decide on reopening PU, degree colleges on Feb 14

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

The government on Thursday had decided to resume classes for high school students up to class 10 from February 14, and for Pre-University and Degree Colleges thereafter.

Rashford joint-favourite for BBC award

Rashford joint-favourite for BBC award

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

Other contenders for the award, voted for by the public in December, include Mercedes Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton and Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson who are both at 12/1.

China defends Covid policy, downplays protests as country logs 40K fresh cases

China defends Covid policy, downplays protests as country logs 40K fresh cases

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

China's national health commission said 39,452 new cases were reported on Monday, including 36,304 local asymptomatic cases, as authorities scrambled to contain the fresh surge in infections.

Limited-overs matches dominate India's cramped home season

Limited-overs matches dominate India's cramped home season

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

Virat Kohli's men will play 11 one-day internationals, nine Twenty20 matches and three Tests against Australia, New Zealand and Sri Lanka between late September and December.

Guv vs govt fight in Kerala escalates; HC breather for VCs

Guv vs govt fight in Kerala escalates; HC breather for VCs

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan's move to seek the resignation of vice-chancellors of nine universities has kicked up a huge political storm in the southern state with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday issuing a stern warning to the Constitutional head asking him not to cross the limits of his powers.

Outgoing CJI UU Lalit turns nostalgic on last working day

Outgoing CJI UU Lalit turns nostalgic on last working day

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Outgoing Chief Justice of India Uday Umesh Lalit turned nostalgic on Monday as he recalled his journey of nearly 37 years in the Supreme Court, saying he enjoyed his stint both as a lawyer and a judge.

The Birthday Emraan Hashmi Wants To Forget

The Birthday Emraan Hashmi Wants To Forget

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

'I remember how my grandmother was scared for me when I joined the industry because she was aware of the hurdles and pitfalls.' 'It's a harsh place.' 'When the going is good, it's great, but you really have to have the spirit to deal with the situation when the chips are down.'

The Coolest Dads On Instagram

The Coolest Dads On Instagram

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

Wishing them all a Happy Father's Day.

Taapsee, badminton ace on Maldives vacation

Taapsee, badminton ace on Maldives vacation

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Taapsee Pannu has been been making a splash with her Maldives vacation pictures online.

Moody's on how Omicron will affect emerging markets

Moody's on how Omicron will affect emerging markets

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

The economic impact of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 on emerging economies will depend on a mix of government restrictions, public comfort with social interactions, and capacity of governments and central banks to provide additional policy support to the private sector, Moody's Investors Service said on Wednesday. The emergence of the new variant poses new risks to the global economic growth and inflation outlook, as concerns mount about the variant's health risks and several countries have imposed new travel restrictions in recent days. These restrictions will likely increase over the coming weeks until scientists learn more about the variant, it said.

No hijab, saffron shawls in classroom: Karnataka HC

No hijab, saffron shawls in classroom: Karnataka HC

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

In its interim order issued by the three-judge full bench led by Chief Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi, the court also made it clear that the order was confined to such of the institutions wherein the College Development Committees have prescribed the student dress code or uniform.

Rishi Sunak closes gap, shows fight for UK PM post is not over

Rishi Sunak closes gap, shows fight for UK PM post is not over

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

Former UK chancellor Rishi Sunak is closing the gap to catch up with rival, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, in the race to 10 Downing Street, with only five points separating the two in a latest poll of the Conservative Party members on Tuesday.

KWK 7: 10 Ananya-Vijay REVELATIONS

KWK 7: 10 Ananya-Vijay REVELATIONS

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Both actors kept their guard down and spoke candidly about their personal life and relationships, making some BIG revelations!

Markets stay the course, hit new peak on inflows, PMI data

Markets stay the course, hit new peak on inflows, PMI data

Rediff.com3 Nov 2017

For the second straight week, the Sensex rose, notching up a significant gain of 528.34 points, or 1.59 per cent. The Nifty was up 129.45 points, or 1.25 per cent, during the week.

What Was Pak Army Chief Doing in Britain?

What Was Pak Army Chief Doing in Britain?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

Another extension for General Bajwa in office at this juncture looks unlikely at this juncture, observes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Delhi issues new Covid norms for schools; mask, distance mandatory

Delhi issues new Covid norms for schools; mask, distance mandatory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

The directorate of education also said that students and staff must wear masks and maintain social distancing to the extent possible.