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IAF flew more than 1,000 hours in over 1,750 sorties during LS polls

IAF flew more than 1,000 hours in over 1,750 sorties during LS polls

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

"The IAF played a vital role in five of the seven phases of the general elections, flying over 1,000 hours in over 1,750 sorties," it said.

Former CM's wife lent Rs 6 lakh to kin for buying Adarsh flat

Former CM's wife lent Rs 6 lakh to kin for buying Adarsh flat

Rediff.com3 Aug 2012

Former Maharashtra chief minister Ashok Chavan's wife Amita had lent Rs 6 lakh to her sister-in-law Seema Sharma to purchase a flat in the scam-tainted Adarsh building located in south Mumbai.

Dharavi redevelopment gets boost as residents back survey

Dharavi redevelopment gets boost as residents back survey

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Representatives of Citizen and Society Development Welfare, who have given the slogan of Dharavi Banao Andolan, met Srinivas and submitted a memorandum seeking expedition of the survey being conducted in Dharavi.

When Ananya Felt Envy, Disgust...

When Ananya Felt Envy, Disgust...

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

'Putting yourself out there can be scary and fearful.'

Time To Shut Down Coaching Classes?

Time To Shut Down Coaching Classes?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

The coaching-tuition-profiteering model built on the back of a broken education system is a scandal and an abomination, and must go, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Putin thanks Modi for bid to resolve Ukraine crisis

Putin thanks Modi for bid to resolve Ukraine crisis

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for trying to help find a peaceful solution to the Ukraine crisis.

2,000 Ex-Byju's Staff Fight For Dues

2,000 Ex-Byju's Staff Fight For Dues

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'When I called the HR department, they abused me.'

DC Vs GT: Who Was The Best Fielder? Vote!

DC Vs GT: Who Was The Best Fielder? Vote!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

If the bowlers ticked all the boxes, the Delhi Capitals fielders lent them apt support to play a crucial role in their six-wicket win over Gujarat Titans.

'Who Passed India's Olympic Uniform?'

'Who Passed India's Olympic Uniform?'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

'aris can be boiling hot in July. The choice of viscose over cotton was deliberate. Cotton would have crushed badly. We used viscose because it is a wood pulp fibre and lets you breathe. It is cooler than silk. We had to consider breathability because the athletes would be on a barge, in the heat, for up to five hours.'

Rajat Patidar Disappoints Again

Rajat Patidar Disappoints Again

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

The MP batter registered four single digit scores in the six innings he has played so far. The 30 year old registered scores of 32, 9, 5, 0, 17 and 0.

'Liquidity will improve in system after elections'

'Liquidity will improve in system after elections'

Rediff.com24 May 2024

'We may see little softness in liquidity position after the stabilisation of the government.'

When Sanjana Turned Into A Royal Dulhania!

When Sanjana Turned Into A Royal Dulhania!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Anyone else getting royal vibes from the actor?

'When innocent children die...': Modi to Putin on Ukraine war

'When innocent children die...': Modi to Putin on Ukraine war

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told Russian President Vladimir Putin that a solution to the Ukraine conflict is not possible on the battlefield and peace efforts do not succeed in the midst of bombs and bullets even as he flagged concerns over a missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv.

Salman Parties With Shah Rukh, Aamir

Salman Parties With Shah Rukh, Aamir

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

When Aamir Khan parties, he makes sure the entire film industry parties with him!

Ram temple decked up with 'rich stocks' of flowers, diyas

Ram temple decked up with 'rich stocks' of flowers, diyas

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

The source said decorative lights used for outer illumination are themed on diya, so as to give a traditional look and highlight the ornate elements of the temple.

Planning To Go For Loan Against Gold?

Planning To Go For Loan Against Gold?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Customers who possess gold jewellery but are either being denied a personal loan or are being asked for a high interest rate due to their poor credit profile may consider a gold loan.

Why did Eden Gardens crowd support South Africa instead of Australia?

Why did Eden Gardens crowd support South Africa instead of Australia?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

South Africa's power-packed batting unit suffered a light-out against Australia, but they found enough support from the packed Eden Gardens crowd during the second semifinal of the World Cup in Kolkata on Thursday.

Jolt to Cong as Gandhi family loyalist joins BJP in MP

Jolt to Cong as Gandhi family loyalist joins BJP in MP

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

These leaders joined the BJP in the presence of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, state BJP president V D Sharma and former CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan at the party's state headquarters on Saturday morning.

Lenders retain AIF holdings even as RBI deadline nears

Lenders retain AIF holdings even as RBI deadline nears

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Alternative investment funds (AIFs) have not seen any significant redemptions from financial institutions even though the 30-day timeline provided by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to liquidate their holdings or make full provisions ends recently. Sources said the industry is awaiting certain relaxations or extensions based on the recommendations submitted to the banking regulator. On December 19, the RBI restricted financial institutions and banks from investing in AIFs where there is any downstream link or exposure to a debtor firm.

Household savings report: There is no distress, says finance ministry

Household savings report: There is no distress, says finance ministry

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

The finance ministry on Thursday sought to clarify that there was no distress in household savings and the data indicated that changing consumer preference for different financial products was the real reason for the change in the pattern of household savings. The clarification comes in the backdrop of Reserve Bank of India data showing that household net financial savings rate is at its lowest in decades, at 5.1 per cent of GDP in FY23 compared to 7.2 per cent of GDP in FY22. The divergence in the data for household gross financial assets and liabilities is not a cause for concern for the government, as the loans have largely been taken to buy real assets or automobiles, the finance ministry said.

BJD-BJP Alliance: Wishful Thinking

BJD-BJP Alliance: Wishful Thinking

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Although the BJP has never been ballistic about the BJD and Narendra Modi has avoided being critical of Naveen Patnaik, the BJP is optimistic that the party can improve its electoral fortunes in Odisha on its own, notes Rup Narayan Das.

Jet Air told to deposit Rs 150 cr by Jan 31 in SBI's escrow account

Jet Air told to deposit Rs 150 cr by Jan 31 in SBI's escrow account

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed Jalan-Kalrock consortium, the new owners of the cash-strapped Jet Airways, to deposit Rs 150 crore in SBI's escrow account by January 31, saying failure to do so will mean that the consortium is not in compliance with the terms of the resolution plan for reviving the airline. The top court, meanwhile, also refused to allow the separate plea of the Jet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Welfare Association seeking payment of provident fund and gratuity dues, observing if additional money is awarded, the resolution plan will become "unworkable". The consortium, as per the lawyers for the workmen, has to pay over Rs 200 crore towards dues on account of PF and gratuity.

Govt, celebrities join forces to rebuild Kerala teen's dairy farm

Govt, celebrities join forces to rebuild Kerala teen's dairy farm

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Actor Jayaram, known for his love of animals, also visited the boy's house and handed over a cheque of Rs 5 lakh to buy new cows and rebuild his farm.

'One man runs Congress and he is not Rahul or Kharge'

'One man runs Congress and he is not Rahul or Kharge'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'Congress leaders who are making strategy for the Congress to win elections have not even won a class monitor elections.' 'When you have not contested school monitor elections, what will you know about the ground reality?'

President Honours Suman Kalyanpur

President Honours Suman Kalyanpur

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

President Murmu had to move forward to give the award to the 86-year-old singer who has difficulty walking.

The Mystery of ZEE and DIIs

The Mystery of ZEE and DIIs

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Why are DIIs holding such a high stake in Zee, which is beset with alleged governance issues? Perhaps they think Zee is a deep-value stock, observes Debashis Basu.

The Day Malaika Wore All The Sequins In Mumbai

The Day Malaika Wore All The Sequins In Mumbai

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Malaika had an extraplanetary glow about her.

Tokyo Olympics champion Kawai comes out in support of wrestlers

Tokyo Olympics champion Kawai comes out in support of wrestlers

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Risako Kawai came out in support of the protesting Indian wrestlers.

How much PF, gratuity did Jet Airways pay to its ex-employees?

How much PF, gratuity did Jet Airways pay to its ex-employees?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the Jalan-Kalrock consortium, the new owners of cash-strapped Jet Airways, how much have they paid towards dues on account of provident fund and gratuity to the former employees of the troubled airline. The top court made the query while commencing the hearing on a batch of petitions, including the one filed by the Jet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Welfare Association, against the October 21, 2022 order of the insolvency appellate tribunal NCLAT.

'What Still Resonates Is That Voice'

'What Still Resonates Is That Voice'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

'How many voices from that time have stood the test of time?' 'There have been RJs before him and after him, but no one has enjoyed his popularity and longevity.'

Why K V Kamath calls Indian banking system the best in 50 years

Why K V Kamath calls Indian banking system the best in 50 years

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

'I don't think we have ever seen such alignment of everything that we need in the banking sector.'

Sudha Reddy Takes Sari To New Heights

Sudha Reddy Takes Sari To New Heights

Rediff.com25 May 2023

She brought newfangled sari style to the Cannes red carpet.

Rahul Gandhi Attends Swara Bhasker's Wedding Reception

Rahul Gandhi Attends Swara Bhasker's Wedding Reception

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Swara Bhasker's wedding reception in Delhi did not have the regular Bollywood faces.

Select unsecured loans up by nearly Rs 7 trillion since 2019

Select unsecured loans up by nearly Rs 7 trillion since 2019

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

People are availing far more of certain kinds of unsecured loans than was the case before the pandemic. Bank lending for buying consumer durables and funding of credit cards and other personal loans have risen by Rs 6.9 trillion between August 2019 and August 2023, shows a Business Standard analysis of data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). These loans are typically unsecured, which means they are provided without collateral.

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

The main road that leads from Sitapur Road side to the airport has been decked up with several posters carrying images of Prime Minister Modi, and a welcome message.

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra comes out in support of the wrestlers

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra comes out in support of the wrestlers

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra lent his support to the wrestlers who have been protesting against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Mahua Moitra writes to Speaker over Apple alerts

Mahua Moitra writes to Speaker over Apple alerts

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra on Wednesday wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla flagging alerts received by several opposition leaders about 'state-sponsored' attacks on their iPhones, and urged him to provide them protection to continue doing their duties.

World One Step Away From Disaster

World One Step Away From Disaster

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

A step away from nuclear weapons being used in conflicts, warns Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Hina, Aahana's Superhero Worthy Red Carpet Style

Hina, Aahana's Superhero Worthy Red Carpet Style

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Fashion's favourite girls found a creative way to wear monochrome on the red carpet.

Know The Risks Of P2P Lending

Know The Risks Of P2P Lending

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Instead of being guided only by returns, investors should also factor in the risks of lending on these platforms.