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PM inaugurates underground museum of freedom fighters in Mumbai

PM inaugurates underground museum of freedom fighters in Mumbai

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

The gallery has come up in a British-era bunker, discovered in the Raj Bhavan campus in south Mumbai in August 2016 during the tenure of the then-Governor C Vidyasagar Rao.

Manish Sisodia arrested after 8-hr grilling, CBI says wasn't cooperating

Manish Sisodia arrested after 8-hr grilling, CBI says wasn't cooperating

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

Sisodia was arrested after nearly eight hours of questioning on various aspects of the excise policy for 2021-22, which the probe agency says suffered from irregularities both in its formulation and implementation, allegedly intended to benefit people with links to the AAP.

Cheque bounce case against Mallya: Court order likely on May 25

Cheque bounce case against Mallya: Court order likely on May 25

Rediff.com9 May 2016

On April 20, the Special Magistrate Court had convicted Mallya and others, in connection with bouncing of two cheques of Rs 50 lakh each

US, India sign pact for developing 3 smart cities

US, India sign pact for developing 3 smart cities

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

India on Sunday signed three agreements with the US for developing smart cities in Ajmer, Allahabad and Visakhapatnam, with the government saying that the agreements would make significant contribution to building such cities in the country.

Thackeray group asks SC to overturn Koshyari's floor test order

Thackeray group asks SC to overturn Koshyari's floor test order

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its verdict on a batch of cross-petitions of Uddhav Thackeray and CM Eknath Shinde factions pertaining to the Maharashtra political crisis.

Ranveer, Stree win big at Star Screen Awards

Ranveer, Stree win big at Star Screen Awards

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

Check out the winners.

BJP builds on early gains in Telangana

BJP builds on early gains in Telangana

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

The BJP has incorporated caste as a significant component of its politics.

Why the government chose General Rawat

Why the government chose General Rawat

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

By jettisoning the seniority principle, the government has sent a strong signal that only merit and suitability will count in occupying posts in the higher echelons of the military, writes national security expert Nitin Gokhale.

'Digvijaya should be asked about his role in Ayodhya under Narasimha Rao'

'Digvijaya should be asked about his role in Ayodhya under Narasimha Rao'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

Ram Bahadur Rai, a veteran journalist and editor of Hindi magazine Yathawat, shares inside information on then prime minister P V Narasimha Rao's plan to construct a Ram temple in Ayodhya.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

Rushdie backs authors, 12 more return Sahitya Akademi awards

Rushdie backs authors, 12 more return Sahitya Akademi awards

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

Booker Prize winning author Salman Rushdie joined the growing chorus of protests by leading writers against spread of "communal poison" and "rising intolerance" in the country even as seven more authors decided to return their Sahitya Akademi awards.

6 workers killed in fire in chemical factory in AP

6 workers killed in fire in chemical factory in AP

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

More than 50 workers were at work in the night shift when the mishap occurred in unit-4.

1995 Jammu blasts: SC awards life term to Hizbul terrorist

1995 Jammu blasts: SC awards life term to Hizbul terrorist

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

The Supreme Court on Wednesday awarded rigorous life imprisonment to Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Ghulam Nabi.

Gold proves its mettle against Sensex, price rises 2.6% in CY22

Gold proves its mettle against Sensex, price rises 2.6% in CY22

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Gold prices are struggling and are down 18 per cent from their March highs. But stock prices have fallen even more. As a result, the precious metal has begun to outperform equities - both in the domestic market and international markets. Gold prices are up 2.6 per cent in the domestic market in the current calendar year (CY22) so far, according to the World Gold Council (WGC), compared to a 1.7 per cent decline in the Sensex year-to-date (YTD).

Why KCR has Launched War On The BJP

Why KCR has Launched War On The BJP

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

There is no one in Telangana to match KCR's stature and he believes he has outgrown the state, observes Aditi Phadnis.

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Can you ever imagine seeing Shrinathji of Nathdwara in Rajasthan weaved to come alive in Jamdani? This sari is to mark the 2021 Handloom Day Special on August 7, masterfully crafted by acclaimed weaver, Lakshmana Rao Tammisetty from Andhra Pradesh, says Ranjani Govind.

Coming Attractions: Kiara, Kareena, Disha

Coming Attractions: Kiara, Kareena, Disha

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Joginder Tuteja looks at the actresses, who waited patiently, and will now release their films in theatres this year.

PIX: Kareena-Saif party with Anushka-Virat

PIX: Kareena-Saif party with Anushka-Virat

Rediff.com28 Oct 2019

Sonam Kapoor and her husband Anand Ahuja invited...well, *all* their friends from the film industry and it seems they *all* accepted the invitation!

Maneka Gandhi suggests legalising marijuana for medical purposes

Maneka Gandhi suggests legalising marijuana for medical purposes

Rediff.com30 Jul 2017

She also suggested exploring the possibility of setting up de-addiction centres near these railway stations.

Is Britain Ready For Akshata Murty?

Is Britain Ready For Akshata Murty?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

Meet Sudha Murty and N R Narayana Murthy's daughter whose husband Rishi Sunak is the frontrunner to be Britain's next prime minister.

2 key shareholders seek Zee MD Punit Goenka's removal

2 key shareholders seek Zee MD Punit Goenka's removal

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

Two investment firms, together accounting for 17.88 per cent of the paid-up share capital of Zee Entertainment Enterprise Ltd (ZEEL), have sought the removal of the current managing director Punit Goenka from the board of the company. The two investment firms are -- Invesco Developing Markets Fund (formerly Invesco Oppenheimer Developing Markets Fund) and OFI Global China Fund LLC, the largest shareholder of ZEEL. The two firms have called an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders seeking to remove Punit Goenka.

Bhagyalakshmi temple becomes cynosure of Hyderabad civic poll

Bhagyalakshmi temple becomes cynosure of Hyderabad civic poll

Rediff.com29 Nov 2020

Political analyst and former MLC Prof Nageshwar said that by frequently visiting the temple the BJP is trying to polarise votes which unfortunately MIM also wants.

Cong to set up poll panel, hold Chintan Shivir; no word on Prashant Kishor

Cong to set up poll panel, hold Chintan Shivir; no word on Prashant Kishor

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Congress president Sonia Gandhi also decided to convene a 'Chintan Shivir', a brainstorming session from May 13-15 in Udaipur.

Bitter home truths from a chaiwala

Bitter home truths from a chaiwala

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

'People like me worry about our next meal, not about what meat we eat... and we certainly don't have the luxury that you have, of holding vigils for faceless people we've never known.'

Syed Modi badminton: Sindhu, Katethong have it easy

Syed Modi badminton: Sindhu, Katethong have it easy

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

Two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu stormed into the second round of the women's singles in the Syed Modi International Super 300 badminton tournament after a dominating victory over compatriot Tanya Hemanth, in Lucknow, on Wednesday.

What are Rajkummar, Priyanka doing together?

What are Rajkummar, Priyanka doing together?

Rediff.com27 May 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at the Bollywood debutantes on streaming platforms.

General Sagat Singh: The Real Hero of the 1971 War

General Sagat Singh: The Real Hero of the 1971 War

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

'A great General who had become a legend in his lifetime.' 'India will not see the likes of Sagat Singh again.'

50% voting in MCD polls; AAP, BJP claim victory

50% voting in MCD polls; AAP, BJP claim victory

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

No major glitches in electronic voting machines were reported and the voting passed off peacefully with high security observed at the 3,360 critical booths in 493 locations where more than 25,000 police personnel, nearly 13,000 home guards and 100 companies of paramilitary forces were deployed, officials said.

Jagan sworn in as Andhra CM; Naidu skips ceremony

Jagan sworn in as Andhra CM; Naidu skips ceremony

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Governor E S L Narasimhan administered the oath of office and secrecy to the 46-year-old leader, whose party emerged victorious in 151 seats in the 175-member strong state assembly.

Children Will Always Remember Uncle Pai

Children Will Always Remember Uncle Pai

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Uncle Pai, as he was fondly called, inculcated in Indian children a love for and interest in India's glorious past and its heroes.

What is Places of Worship Act and what does it say

What is Places of Worship Act and what does it say

Rediff.com18 May 2022

The Places of Worship Act is 'An Act to prohibit conversion of any place of worship and to provide for the maintenance of the religious character of any place of worship as it existed on the 15th day of August 1947, and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto'.

PIX: Mahesh Babu at a wedding

PIX: Mahesh Babu at a wedding

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Check out the pictures.

PIX: Like Ayushmann's red carpet look?

PIX: Like Ayushmann's red carpet look?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

The women looked super glam at the sixth Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards in Mumbai.

Zee board rejects Invesco's request for convening EGM

Zee board rejects Invesco's request for convening EGM

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

At its meeting held on Friday, the company's board rejected the minority shareholders' demand and termed the requisition as "invalid and illegal". "In its meeting held on 1st October 2021, the board has arrived at a conclusion that the requisition is invalid and illegal; and has accordingly conveyed its inability to convene the Extraordinary General Meeting to Invesco Developing Markets Funds and OFI Global China Fund, LLC," ZEEL said in a statement.

Those Who Could Not Be Rashtrapati

Those Who Could Not Be Rashtrapati

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Two women candidates; Lok Sabha Speakers; Chief Justices; A Chief Election Commissioner; drafters of the Constitution; the RBI's first Indian governor; a farm leader who unsuccessfully contested four times; an iconic Bharata Natyam dancer...

Pix: A wedding in Mahesh Babu's family

Pix: A wedding in Mahesh Babu's family

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Chandrababu, NTR Jr, Pawan Kalyan bid Dasari farewell

Chandrababu, NTR Jr, Pawan Kalyan bid Dasari farewell

Rediff.com31 May 2017

Telugu movie doyens mourn a legend.

Invesco agrees to Zee-Sony deal; not to seek Goenka's ouster

Invesco agrees to Zee-Sony deal; not to seek Goenka's ouster

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Investment firm Invesco Developing Markets Fund, the largest shareholder in Zee Entertainment Enterprises, on Thursday said it will support the Zee-Sony merger deal and has decided not to pursue the call for ZEEL EGM to remove managing director and CEO Punit Goenka and two independent directors. The company said it will support the merger of Zee and Sony, contending the "deal in its current form has great potential for Zee shareholders" but added if it is not completed as currently proposed, Invesco retains the right to requisition a fresh EGM. Two days after the Bombay high court ruled that Invesco's call for EGM was legally valid, the investment firm in a statement said, "Since we announced our intention to requisition an EGM and add six independent directors to Zee's Board of Directors, Zee has entered into a merger agreement with Sony.

PIX: Venkatesh, Mahesh Babu at Nag Ashwin-Priyanka's wedding reception

PIX: Venkatesh, Mahesh Babu at Nag Ashwin-Priyanka's wedding reception

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

A look at the pictures.

25 new ministers inducted into Jagan's 'socially-inclusive' Cabinet

25 new ministers inducted into Jagan's 'socially-inclusive' Cabinet

Rediff.com8 Jun 2019

The 26-member Cabinet, including the Chief Minister, has three women members; two from the Scheduled Castes and one from the Scheduled Tribes.