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Monsoon session of Parliament begins today, set to be stormy

Monsoon session of Parliament begins today, set to be stormy

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Prahlad Joshi has said that 31 bills will be taken up in the monsoon session. Among these include the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023.

From outdoors to LG office, the unorthodox protests from Kejriwal

From outdoors to LG office, the unorthodox protests from Kejriwal

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

The Delhi CM's protests have forced people to take notice, transforming what would otherwise be routine Delhi matters into issues of national interest.

J-K cops deny security lapse at Bharat Jodo Yatra

J-K cops deny security lapse at Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

Taking to Twitter, the Jammu and Kashmir Police said, 'JKP was not consulted before taking any decision on discontinuation of Yatra after conducting 1 km yatra by organizers. The rest of yatra continued #peacefully. There was no security lapse at all. We will provide foolproof security (sic).'

DCW chief's 'molestation': BJP seeks her suspension pending inquiry

DCW chief's 'molestation': BJP seeks her suspension pending inquiry

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday sharpened its attack on Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief Swati Maliwal demanding her suspension by the Lieutenant Governor for a fair police probe of her alleged molestation charges.

Delhi LG asks AAP to pay up Rs 97 crore for splurge on ads

Delhi LG asks AAP to pay up Rs 97 crore for splurge on ads

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

Baijal also ordered an inquiry into the spendings on advertisements projecting Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his party and asked the chief secretary to fix responsibility.

Governor-CM Rifts: Democracy At Risk

Governor-CM Rifts: Democracy At Risk

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Governors must be impartial, fair, and above narrow politics to uphold the values and spirit of the Constitution. But in a rapidly changing political culture where the unstated rule is to crush the Opposition, such values have no meaning. At stake are Constitutional values, federalism and governance, asserts Ramesh Menon.

Assembly polls in J-K? Proposed EC visit raises hopes

Assembly polls in J-K? Proposed EC visit raises hopes

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

The last assembly elections were held in Jammu and Kashmir in 2014, five years before the erstwhile state was reorganised into two Union territories on August 5, 2019.

15 more firms selected under PLI scheme for white goods

15 more firms selected under PLI scheme for white goods

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

As many as 15 companies, including Adani Copper Tubes, LG Electronics and Wipro Enterprises, with committed investment of Rs 1,368 crore, have been selected as beneficiaries under the PLI scheme for the white goods sector, the government said on Tuesday. In March, the commerce and industry ministry had reopened the application window for its Rs 6,238-crore PLI scheme for white goods -- air-conditioners (ACs) and LED lights-- with an aim to accommodate more players as several firms had expressed interest in the initiative. Last year, as many as 46 firms, including Daikin, Panasonic, Syska and Havells, with committed investment of Rs 5,264 crore were selected in the first round the scheme.

Girl attacked with acid in Delhi battling facial and eye burns; 3 arrested

Girl attacked with acid in Delhi battling facial and eye burns; 3 arrested

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

The teen, who was with her younger sister when the attack took place at Mohan Garden near Uttam Nagar, has named two persons who could be responsible for the attack.

Snapchat touches 100 mn user mark in India

Snapchat touches 100 mn user mark in India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

Photo-messaging app Snapchat on Wednesday said its monthly user base has reached 100 million in the country, and the company will continue to anchor its efforts towards growing and providing more resources to its community of Indian creators. Snap Inc, the parent company of Snapchat, virtually hosted the second edition of 'Snap in India'. At the event, Snap co-founder and CEO Evan Spiegel announced the milestone of reaching 100 million Snapchatters monthly in India.

Noida, Chennai's electronics hubs in total lockdown

Noida, Chennai's electronics hubs in total lockdown

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

The usually busy Greater Noida expressway is empty except small groups of commuters that gather at its sidelines, seeking lift from every passing vehicle.

Amended GNCTD Act won't alter constitutional, legal duties of elected govt in Delhi: MHA

Amended GNCTD Act won't alter constitutional, legal duties of elected govt in Delhi: MHA

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

"The amendments would ensure better governance in the NCT of Delhi and lead to improved implementation of schemes and programmes meant for the common people of Delhi," the MHA statement said.

Delhi's Jama Masjid revokes order barring women's entry after outrage

Delhi's Jama Masjid revokes order barring women's entry after outrage

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The Jama Masjid on Thursday withdrew a controversial order restricting the entry of women in the mosque, after an outrage over the issue prompted Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena to intervene.

OnePlus to launch smart TVs in Sep, to be available in India first

OnePlus to launch smart TVs in Sep, to be available in India first

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

A number of smartphone players such as Xiaomi, Samsung, LG and Micromax also have smart TVs in their product portfolio.

Centre moves SC over Delhi ruling, day after ordinance

Centre moves SC over Delhi ruling, day after ordinance

Rediff.com20 May 2023

The Centre on Friday brought an ordinance to create for the first time a National Capital Civil Service Authority (NCCSA) that will have the power to recommend the transfer and posting of all Group A officers and officers of DANICS serving in Delhi. NCCSA will be headed by the Chief Minister of Delhi, with the Chief Secretary and Principal Home Secretary of Delhi being the other two members.

Former India footballer Manitombi dies at 39

Former India footballer Manitombi dies at 39

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Former India and Mohun Bagan footballer Manitombi Singh died aged only 39 at his native village near Imphal in Manipur on Sunday. Manitombi was suffering from a prolonged illness and breathed his last in the early hours of Sunday.

The success of LG, Samsung in India

The success of LG, Samsung in India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2010

A story on how the Korean consumer durable majors LG and Samsung knocked out rivals in the fight for market share and brand recall.

Vinai Kumar Saxena takes oath as Lt Governor of Delhi

Vinai Kumar Saxena takes oath as Lt Governor of Delhi

Rediff.com26 May 2022

Saxena, who held the post of chairperson of Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), was appointed the Lt Governor of Delhi on May 23.

Home appliance cos roll out the biggies for festive season

Home appliance cos roll out the biggies for festive season

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

The festive season, which usually starts from September, is when 35 per cent annual sales get transacted for most durables firms.

Amazon is India's most trusted online shopping brand

Amazon is India's most trusted online shopping brand

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

The top five most trusted brands are Samsung Mobiles, Sony, LG, Nokia and Tata.

Centre vs State: Battle for Delhi is just heating up

Centre vs State: Battle for Delhi is just heating up

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

The law, which dilutes the Indian capital's autonomy and emasculates the elected local government's powers, will be a political millstone for the party for the next elections, reports Aditi Phadnis

Will discontinue unconstitutional religion-based quota, Karnataka tells SC

Will discontinue unconstitutional religion-based quota, Karnataka tells SC

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

In its reply, the state government said reservation solely on the basis of religion is also contrary to the principles of social justice and the concept of social justice aims to protect those who are deprived and discriminated against within the society.

How Reliance Retail plans to become 'atmanirbhar'

How Reliance Retail plans to become 'atmanirbhar'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

A few days ago, Reliance Retail surprised the market by acquiring the Campa brand from Delhi-based Pure Drinks Ltd for Rs 22 crore. A successful cola brand in the eighties, especially in North India, Campa Cola thrived when Coke exited India in the late seventies. When the Atlanta-based major returned and PepsiCo set base in India, it went down fighting.

On Pulwama attack anniversary, officials say terror ecosystem wiped out

On Pulwama attack anniversary, officials say terror ecosystem wiped out

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Kumar also said in the last three years, the Jaish-e-Mohammed has been "wiped out" in the Kashmir Valley. Only seven to eight terrorists are active now, he said.

Ola keen to build cell manufacturing plant

Ola keen to build cell manufacturing plant

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

SoftBank Group-backed Ola Electric is in talks with multiple global suppliers to build a battery cell manufacturing plant in India with a capacity of up to 50-gigawatt hours, sources said. As part of its broader electrification push, the firm plans to invest in companies with advanced cell and battery technology, alongside the 50 Gwh battery plant. Ola Electric needs 40 Gwh of battery capacity to power 10 million electric scooters annually. The remainder will be for its electric cars, which the company plans to manufacture in the future.

'Govt's biggest failure': Mehbooba on Jammu encounter

'Govt's biggest failure': Mehbooba on Jammu encounter

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

She said the encounter in Jammu's Sidhra area in the morning, where four terrorists were killed, belied the government claims of uprooting terrorism in J and K.

Kashmiri Pandit ATM guard shot dead by terrorists in JK

Kashmiri Pandit ATM guard shot dead by terrorists in JK

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

The victim was identified as Sanjay Sharma, a resident of the Achan area in the south Kashmir district, they said, adding that the incident took place at around 11 am.

Vizag: Grim scenes bring back memories of Bhopal gas tragedy

Vizag: Grim scenes bring back memories of Bhopal gas tragedy

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Unconscious children being carried by parents in their arms, people laying on roads, health workers scrambling to attend to those affected by the styrene vapour leak and residents fleeing were some of the scenes that played out near Visakhapatnam on Thursday, bringing back grim memories of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy.

Consumer durable cos expect festive sales to ring in Acche Din

Consumer durable cos expect festive sales to ring in Acche Din

Rediff.com14 Sep 2014

Consumer durable makers like Sony, LG, Panasonic and Whirlpool are expecting up to 35 per cent growth in the upcoming festive season and are pulling out all stops as the sector eyes a rebound from a prolonged slump.

Delhi corporation fails to elect mayor for 3rd time

Delhi corporation fails to elect mayor for 3rd time

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

The municipal house of Delhi failed to elect a mayor for the third time in a month after ruckus erupted over the nominated members being allowed to vote in the election to the post.

A brute speaker fit for your farmhouse

A brute speaker fit for your farmhouse

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

LG's new speaker system -- the CM9960 X Boom Pro -- is a capable party animal that boasts a plethora of connectivity options and could make champions out of amateur DJs.

Kejriwal govt wins confidence vote amid BJP walkout

Kejriwal govt wins confidence vote amid BJP walkout

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

While all the Aam Aadmi Party MLAs present in the House voted in favour of the motion as expected, there was no vote against it due to the absence of BJP legislators.

From 'Made in India' to 'Designed for India'

From 'Made in India' to 'Designed for India'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2006

Consumer electronic goods manufacturers are moving from 'Made in India' to 'Designed for India' products.

A curry button washing machine!

A curry button washing machine!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

LG, Panasonic: Making in and for India LG and Panasonic are looking to revive their fortunes in India by building local insights into their new products.

Rijiju shares ex-Delhi LG's view that N Indians enjoy breaking rules

Rijiju shares ex-Delhi LG's view that N Indians enjoy breaking rules

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

"I was witness to a statement made by one of the Lt Governor's of Delhi some years back. He had stated that people of north India enjoy breaking the rules and by evening he was forced to apologise.

Ahmedabad blasts: Verdict says IM wanted to kill Modi, Shah

Ahmedabad blasts: Verdict says IM wanted to kill Modi, Shah

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

The court also stated in its order -- the copy of which was uploaded on the court's website on Saturday -- that the accused were trained to carry out mass killings to target the Hindu population.

Pandits demand Amit Shah-led panel for community's rehabilitation to Kashmir

Pandits demand Amit Shah-led panel for community's rehabilitation to Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Nov 2022

The Kashmiri Pandit Sabha threatened to intensify its agitation, if the government did not stop threatening to withhold the salaries of KP employees and forcing them to come back to the valley, where they are under mortal threat from terrorists.

'Excise cut extension to help growth momentum'

'Excise cut extension to help growth momentum'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

Consumer Electronics and Appliances Manufacturers Association Consumer has also welcomed the move saying the it would improve the sentiments and strengthen the growth.

LIC's $2.7-billion IPO set to be the fifth-biggest globally in CY22

LIC's $2.7-billion IPO set to be the fifth-biggest globally in CY22

Rediff.com3 May 2022

LIC's $2.7-billion initial public offering (IPO) shall be the fifth-biggest globally in CY22. South Korean EV battery maker LG Energy Solution holds the record for the year's largest IPO at $10.8 billion, while Chinese mobile communications provider China Mobile IPO, which raised $8.6 billion, comes second. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority's (DEWA's) $6.1-billion IPO in March is currently the third biggest public offering for the year, followed by China National Offshore Oil Corporation's (CNOOC's) IPO; the firm had raised $5.1 billion by issuing shares in Mainland China after delisting from the American bourses.

Get ready for new flagship phones to reach India

Get ready for new flagship phones to reach India

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

All eyes this year, however, are on Nokia's latest launches.