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Delhi drug bust: Police says kingpin has Cong links

Delhi drug bust: Police says kingpin has Cong links

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Delhi Police on Thursday arrested another person in connection with the city's biggest-ever drug haul with investigators finding that the main accused had alleged links with leaders of a national political party, officials said.

Preity Zinta's Top 10 Films

Preity Zinta's Top 10 Films

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

As much Preity would like to be relieved of everyone's ebullient expectations of her, truth is few have fizzed up the silver screen like she has.

The Importance Of Russia And US For India

The Importance Of Russia And US For India

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

New Delhi has reached out to Moscow while waiting for a new president in Washington. New Delhi knows well that in international relations, there are no permanent friends or foes, only permanent national interests, points out Dr Rup Narayan Das.

That Rarity Of Rarities, A Good Man In Politics

That Rarity Of Rarities, A Good Man In Politics

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

As a leader, he was ambitious, not for himself but for India and its people. His was not the short-term election cycle calculation of individual political gain. His was a practical vision of how to better the lives of his fellow citizens, asserts Ambassador Shivshankar Menon, who served as foreign secretary and national security advisor when Dr Singh was prime minister.

Now job opportunities abroad under govt initiative

Now job opportunities abroad under govt initiative

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

A fresh global skill gap study shows how India can tap opportunities in Germany, New Zealand, Qatar, Malaysia, The Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, UAE and the UK.

Direct tax: Budget 2025-26 eases burden, boosts spending and growth

Direct tax: Budget 2025-26 eases burden, boosts spending and growth

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

The eighth Budget of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman continued to focus on 'GYAN' (Garib, Youth, Annadata, Nari) to maintain a consistent and coherent strategy initiated over the years in pursuing the government's vision for Viksit Bharat. The approach, characterised by incremental yet impactful steps, aims to create a compounding effect over time.

Sable finishes 11th in men's 3000m steeplechase final

Sable finishes 11th in men's 3000m steeplechase final

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

29-year-old Avinash Sable clocked 8 minutes 14.18 seconds after leading briefly in a dramatic race.

Siddique shooter promised passport for fleeing country, claim police

Siddique shooter promised passport for fleeing country, claim police

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Gurnail and another alleged shooter Dharmaraj Kashyap were arrested immediately after the attack, whereas their accomplice Shivkumar Gautam managed to flee.

WATCH: The best videos of the week

WATCH: The best videos of the week

Rediff.com7 Jul 2012

WATCH: The best videos of the week

From the Editors: How we chose our winners

From the Editors: How we chose our winners

Rediff.com24 Mar 2007

What is it about these Indian-Americans that made India Abroad want to honour them?

'Stay Authentic, It's The One Thing That Can Make You Win'

'Stay Authentic, It's The One Thing That Can Make You Win'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'The determination to represent our country is strong when you've seen your dad serve the country.'

Ex-RAW official charged in US in plot to kill Pannun

Ex-RAW official charged in US in plot to kill Pannun

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Vikas Yadav, 39, was employed by the Cabinet Secretariat, which houses India's foreign intelligence service, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), the federal prosecutors claimed on Thursday in an indictment filed in a US court in New York.

WFI demands action against Vinesh's support staff

WFI demands action against Vinesh's support staff

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Vinesh has been training with Woller Akos, her personal coach from Belgium and has also worked with South African mental conditioning coach Wayne Lombard.

Cab driver who knocked down ex-Intel India head says he dozed off

Cab driver who knocked down ex-Intel India head says he dozed off

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The driver of the cab that fatally knocked down former Intel India country head Avtar Saini in Maharashtra's Navi Mumbai, has told the police that he lost control over the vehicle as he dozed off because he was driving all night, an official said on Friday.

'Prabhakaran's Biggest Blunder Was Rajiv Gandhi's Murder'

'Prabhakaran's Biggest Blunder Was Rajiv Gandhi's Murder'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'This was a decision taken and executed by Prabhakaran and his intelligence chief Pottu Amman. Both were convinced that the assassination would not be linked to them.'

'Why Oppose Singing Gandhiji's Bhajan?'

'Why Oppose Singing Gandhiji's Bhajan?'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

'The BJP should identify those involved in the protest against singing Gandhiji's bhajan and take action against them.' 'Such people should be removed from the party because they harm the BJP's image.'

How To Invest Globally?

How To Invest Globally?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

'Investing abroad helps mitigate currency risk for foreign-currency denominated goals, such as children's higher education and international travel.'

India allows unlisted firms to directly raise funds abroad

India allows unlisted firms to directly raise funds abroad

Rediff.com6 Dec 2013

The government on Friday modified FDI policy allowing unlisted companies to directly list on stock exchanges abroad to raise funds for acquisitions or retiring overseas debts, a move which may help India in containing high current account deficit.

'He was always very indulgent towards me, a bit like a father to a wayward son'

'He was always very indulgent towards me, a bit like a father to a wayward son'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

'He treated stars and assistants with the same unfailing courtesy.'

The guidelines

The guidelines

Rediff.com18 Dec 2003

It took four hours of thoughtful debate by a distinguished jury to choose the India Abroad Person of the Year 2003 from 186 Indian-Americans nominated by readers of India Abroad and rediff.com.

'Never Imagined Meeting Hardened Criminals'

'Never Imagined Meeting Hardened Criminals'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

'We have been fighting to treat political prisoners differently.' 'Except for Hyderabad and Kolkata, the concept of keeping political prisoners separate doesn't exist in India.'

'Unmarried Couple Harassed by Neighbour. Pls Help'

'Unmarried Couple Harassed by Neighbour. Pls Help'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

rediffGURU Dr Ashish Sehgal counsels individuals on how to resolve conflicts and prioritise mental wellbeing.

'I Feel Like I Have Lost My Father Again'

'I Feel Like I Have Lost My Father Again'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

'After Om's untimely demise, he would call us every Sunday for the next two years to ask, "How are you doing my dear? How's the young fella?"'

Study Abroad: The Scramble for Education Loans

Study Abroad: The Scramble for Education Loans

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Indian students planning to study abroad this year have to pay higher fee, fund their quarantine stay and also compete for on campus work opportunities.

Mpox confirmed in Kerala man who returned from UAE

Mpox confirmed in Kerala man who returned from UAE

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

A 38-year-old man undergoing treatment in Kerala's northern Malappuram district has been confirmed to have contracted Mpox infection, the state health department said on Wednesday.

'Rahul is more intellectual, better strategist than Rajiv'

'Rahul is more intellectual, better strategist than Rajiv'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'I give a lot of credit to Rahul Gandhi for standing up and fighting it for a long time and surviving, nobody else would have been able to survive'

Will Chahar join Team India for South Africa series?

Will Chahar join Team India for South Africa series?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

Senior seamer Deepak Chahar is not in contention to be selected in the playing eleven for the opening T20I between India and South Africa in Durban on Sunday as he is yet to join the squad due to personal reasons.

Recalled envoy cautions students going to Canada

Recalled envoy cautions students going to Canada

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Indians hoping to study in Canada should think twice because many students have ended up in substandard colleges with no job prospects despite spending lakhs of rupees, resulting in depression and suicide, India's top envoy there says.

US award for Indra Nooyi

US award for Indra Nooyi

Rediff.com24 Apr 2007

She was among 50 persons who were presented with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services', 'The Americans By Choice Awards'.

NRIs, Are You Aware Of Indian Tax Rules?

NRIs, Are You Aware Of Indian Tax Rules?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Understanding tax residency rules and maintaining proper documentation is imperative to ensure smooth tax compliance.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Are Abhay Deol, Mira Nair planning a film together

Are Abhay Deol, Mira Nair planning a film together

Rediff.com27 Mar 2009

Abhay Deol was spotted with director Mira Nair at the star-studded India Abroad Person of the Year award ceremony in New York on March 20.

This Mum Helps Women Return To Work

This Mum Helps Women Return To Work

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

In two years, the start-up Overqualified Housewives has helped over 6,000 women across India find flexible-job roles across India from salaries ranging between Rs 8,000 to Rs 80,000, making them financially independent.

'Indians in US are superachievers'

'Indians in US are superachievers'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2004

The right wing Republican magazine 'National Review' praises Indian Americans as 'superachievers' who are reportedly switching from the Democratic to the Republican party in increasing numbers.

Awaiting return of 69 Indians recruited in Russian army: Jaishankar

Awaiting return of 69 Indians recruited in Russian army: Jaishankar

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

According to Jaishankar, the problem is that the Russian authorities maintain that these Indian nationals entered into contracts for services with the Russian army.

Should My Son Work In A Reputed Firm Or A Start-Up?

Should My Son Work In A Reputed Firm Or A Start-Up?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

rediffGURU Nayagam PP counsels students and aspiring professionals on how to pick the right courses and scale up in your career.

What Is Navya Naveli Studying At IIM-A?

What Is Navya Naveli Studying At IIM-A?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Announced in January 2024, the BPGPA MBA is a blended (hybrid) programme that combines on-campus, in-person sessions and live interactive online sessions.

Vaccines, tools for PM's personal publicity: Priyanka

Vaccines, tools for PM's personal publicity: Priyanka

Rediff.com26 May 2021

"Why did Modi ji's government send more vaccines abroad, while vaccinating less people in India?"

'We Have Begged For Justice'

'We Have Begged For Justice'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'Justice may or may not happen, but who are those people who did this to her?' 'If the hospital authorities had helped us that day, or the police, then the real culprits would have been caught.' 'Getting justice for my daughter is my goal now and I want the CM to remember that.'

Rupee Declines. Add Gold To Portfolio

Rupee Declines. Add Gold To Portfolio

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

New investors should gradually build a 5 to 10 per cent allocation to gold.