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IIIT-H to set up three campuses

IIIT-H to set up three campuses

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

The IIIT-H, ranked among the top five in terms of placement according to an annual survey, has announced 100 per cent placements this year with annual pay package of each graduate ranging between Rs 5.2 lakh and Rs 9.5 lakh.

AP boat tragedy: 43 bodies fished out

AP boat tragedy: 43 bodies fished out

Rediff.com21 Jan 2007

After identification by bereaved families, bodies are being buried on the river banks by officials.

TN to get multi-product SEZ

TN to get multi-product SEZ

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

The Tamil Nadu government on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Hyderabad-based GVK Group to set up a Rs 1,500-crore (Rs 15 billion) multi-products special economic zone in 3,000 acres in Perambalur district.

Army deployed in Assam; stones pelted at CM's home

Army deployed in Assam; stones pelted at CM's home

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

A day after total shutdown in Assam to protest against the CAB, fresh protests erupted in the state and neighbouring Tripura and other parts of the nation.

'We believe in only one leader and that is Mamata'

'We believe in only one leader and that is Mamata'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

'Mamata is synonymous with Bengal, its culture, language, traditions.'

Assam continues to burn, 2 die in police firing, DGP's car attacked

Assam continues to burn, 2 die in police firing, DGP's car attacked

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Anti-CAB protests intensify in Guwahati even as the PM appealed for calm, assuring the people of the state that the govt will protect their interests.

The faces of farmers' agitation

The faces of farmers' agitation

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Seven farmers, same woes. Their stories represent thousands like them who have marched more than 200 kilometre from Nashik to Mumbai seeking redressal of their woes.

Volvo plans manufacturing unit in Karnataka

Volvo plans manufacturing unit in Karnataka

Rediff.com13 Mar 2007

Sweden-based bus manufacturer Volvo has opted for Bangalore for setting up its proposed bus body-building unit instead of Andhra Pradesh, which had offered the company sops for setting up the unit in Chittoor district.

As floodwaters recede, Bihar braces for more nature's fury

As floodwaters recede, Bihar braces for more nature's fury

Rediff.com8 Sep 2013

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a warning about havoc rainfall or a cloud burst hitting Bihar's flood-affected districts in the next 24 to 48 hours, officials said on Sunday.

I am Shalini Chauhan, a warrior!

I am Shalini Chauhan, a warrior!

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

In a patriarchal Uttar Pradesh village, a young girl is making a difference.

Karnataka Congress MLA files assault complaint against colleague

Karnataka Congress MLA files assault complaint against colleague

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

A case of attempt to murder was registered on Monday against Congress MLA J N Ganesh in connection with the alleged brawl with lawmaker colleague Anand Singh at a resort, police said.

IMA puts out names of 382 doctors martyred in war against Covid

IMA puts out names of 382 doctors martyred in war against Covid

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Taking exception to Health Minister Harsh Vardhan not mentioning the death of healthcare workers due to Covid-19 in his statement in Parliament, the Indian Medical Association has published a list of 382 doctors who died due to the viral disease and demanded that they be treated as "martyrs".

Modi to start campaigning in Karnataka today

Modi to start campaigning in Karnataka today

Rediff.com1 May 2018

At least a dozen rallies are expected to follow in the coming days, party sources said.

How Information revolution differs from Industrial Revolution

How Information revolution differs from Industrial Revolution

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

There is mounting evidence that the Information Revolution may mean the end of large-scale vertically integrated businesses whose guiding principle, "economies of scale", was the defining miracle of the Industrial Age.

Holi, Vrindavan style!

Holi, Vrindavan style!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

They say if you really need to get a feel of vibrant India, head to Vrindavan during Holi

'When will Rs 15 lakh be in my account?' RTI applicant asks PMO

'When will Rs 15 lakh be in my account?' RTI applicant asks PMO

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

The Central Information Commission has directed the PMO to answer the question within 15 days.

Rains, floods unleash fury on Andhra, Odisha; 48 killed

Rains, floods unleash fury on Andhra, Odisha; 48 killed

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

At least 16 people have died in flood-related incidents in Odisha, where the situation remained grim even as major rivers were receding on Saturday. Two deaths each were reported from Bhadrak, Jajpur and Nayagarh districts while in worst-hit Ganjam district it remained unchanged at six and four in Jagatsinghpur, Special Relief Commissioner P K Mohapatra told reporters here after the situation was reviewed by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.

Elgar case: Pune police search DU professor Hany Babu's residence

Elgar case: Pune police search DU professor Hany Babu's residence

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

Babu, who teaches English at the Delhi University, was booked under Indian Penal Code sections 120B (criminal conspiracy), 121 and 121A (waging or attempting to wage war against government), 124A (sedition), among others.

Will Rajinikanth join politics? Wait for December 31 for the answer

Will Rajinikanth join politics? Wait for December 31 for the answer

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Addressing his fans on the opening day of a six-day-long photo session with followers, the actor said he was hesitant to enter politics since he knew its dynamics.

139 migrants returning home have died in road mishaps

139 migrants returning home have died in road mishaps

Rediff.com17 May 2020

Many of the tragedies occurred in the dark, which is when it is cooler to walk, and many people were caught in their sleep. The combination of no traffic and speeding vehicles has led to havoc, endangering the lives of those who found themselves without work or money in the coronavirus-induced lockdown and were frantic to get home, any which way.

Boat capsize victims yet to be fished out

Boat capsize victims yet to be fished out

Rediff.com20 Jan 2007

Even as efforts to search the bodies with the help of expert divers and local fishermen are on, the ill-fated boat floated about 3 km away from the accident spot on Saturday morning, officials said.

65 still missing in AP boat mishap

65 still missing in AP boat mishap

Rediff.com19 Jan 2007

Chief Minister Dr Rajasekhar Reddy, who rushed to the spot on his return from a visit to Delhi, consoled the family members of the victims and announced a relief package for them.

Guv inks Ulhas blgs ordinance

Guv inks Ulhas blgs ordinance

Rediff.com14 Jan 2006

Maharashtra Governor S M Krishna Saturday signed an ordinance aimed at regularising illegal buildings in Ulhasnagar township of neighbouring Thane district.

2 more Cong MLAs to quit as Telangana issue gathers pace

2 more Cong MLAs to quit as Telangana issue gathers pace

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

A day after 16 YSR Congress MLAs and one from Congress announced resignations in support of united Andhra Pradesh, two more ruling party legislators from non-Telangana regions today said they would also quit as the central leadership moves towards a decision on statehood.

Assam: 7 killed in ethnic violence

Assam: 7 killed in ethnic violence

Rediff.com3 Dec 2005

Seven killed in fresh ethnic violence in Karbi Anglong district

Bay of Bengal depression weakens

Bay of Bengal depression weakens

Rediff.com3 Dec 2005

Flood-ravaged AP heaves sigh of relief as depression further weakens

Jawan killed in yet another Pak ceasefire violation along LoC

Jawan killed in yet another Pak ceasefire violation along LoC

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

An army jawan was killed on Tuesday night when Pakistani troops opened fire at Indian forward posts in Balakote sub-sector along the Line of Control in Poonch district in what is stated to be the second ceasefire violation of the day and the eighth in less than a week.

Meerut: Mob ransacks DM's office

Meerut: Mob ransacks DM's office

Rediff.com12 Apr 2006

Dalit face Parameshwara finally makes it to Deputy CM's post

Dalit face Parameshwara finally makes it to Deputy CM's post

Rediff.com23 May 2018

The longest-serving state party president since October 2010, Parameshwara has remained a hardcore loyalist of the party ever since his political debut through the Congress.

Gopinath Munde's ashes immersed in Godavari

Gopinath Munde's ashes immersed in Godavari

Rediff.com15 Jun 2014

The ashes of Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former union minister Gopinath Munde were on Sunday immersed in the Godavari river.

When SRK gave away his watch

When SRK gave away his watch

Rediff.com23 Jan 2007

Shah Rukh Khan's second contestant talks about the megastar's generosity.

Cyclone Lehar weakens; likely to hit Andhra coast this afternoon

Cyclone Lehar weakens; likely to hit Andhra coast this afternoon

Rediff.com28 Nov 2013

According to reports, the very severe cyclonic storm, located over west-central and adjoining south Bay of Bengal, has weakened into a severe cyclonic storm.

Rajapakse leaves for Colombo

Rajapakse leaves for Colombo

Rediff.com30 Dec 2005

Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse left for Colombo from the Nedumbassery International Airport in Kochi Friday evening at the end of a four-day visit to India.

Seemandhra: Curfew in Vizianagaram but agitators not deterred

Seemandhra: Curfew in Vizianagaram but agitators not deterred

Rediff.com6 Oct 2013

Defying shoot-at-sight orders and a curfew, anti-bifurcation agitators on Sunday hit the streets in Vizianagaram town and other parts of the district and clashed with police.

Was Pakistan's BAT live-streaming attack on Indian soldiers?

Was Pakistan's BAT live-streaming attack on Indian soldiers?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

The attack left two Indian soldiers dead while one BAT member was killed in retaliatory action by Indian troops.

9 CRPF men killed in Naxal triggered blast in Sukma

9 CRPF men killed in Naxal triggered blast in Sukma

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

The Naxals used over 50 kilogram of explosives in Chhattisgarh's Sukma, about a year after a dozen jawans were killed in a similar ambush in the district.

Army kills Pak intruder, foils plan to disrupt J&K panchayat poll

Army kills Pak intruder, foils plan to disrupt J&K panchayat poll

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The recoveries made from the gunned-down terrorist included two assault rifles along with two magazines and 234 rounds of bullets, five pistols with 10 magazines and 60 rounds, 15 hand grenades and 12 fuses for IEDs.

Two killed in ethnic violence in Assam

Two killed in ethnic violence in Assam

Rediff.com2 Nov 2005

More than 89 people have died so far.