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Prophet row: Friday prayers go peacefully in UP a week after violence

Prophet row: Friday prayers go peacefully in UP a week after violence

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

A week after violence erupted in Uttar Pradesh over the remarks on Prophet Muhammad by a Bharatiya Janata Party leader, no untoward incident took place following the Friday prayers, an official said in Lucknow.

Mercury soars across India, highest temp reaches 44.2 deg C

Mercury soars across India, highest temp reaches 44.2 deg C

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Delhi's primary weather station, the Safdarjung Observatory, registered a maximum temperature of 40.4 degrees Celsius, four notches higher than normal.

Lamborghini accelerates India plans, goes full throttle on Tier-I, -II cities

Lamborghini accelerates India plans, goes full throttle on Tier-I, -II cities

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Lamborghini is focusing on bringing its new car models to India faster after the global launch of its Huracn Tecnica, its country head Sharad Agarwal said on Thursday, adding there is a lot more scope for the company to expand in tier I and II cities. "Typically, in the premium and luxury car segments, there is a lag of six to 18 months between a global launch and India launch," he said in an interview to Business Standard. The Italian carmaker launched the two-seater track-focused performance car - the Huracn Tecnica - here on Thursday four months after its global unveiling.

3 cops to be booked for mishandling rape case against BJP ex-MLA Sengar

3 cops to be booked for mishandling rape case against BJP ex-MLA Sengar

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

A special court has declined to discharge a police officer from charges of failing to record a rape complaint against BJP ex-MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in 2017 by a minor victim, officials said.

'KL Rahul is a 360-degree batter'

'KL Rahul is a 360-degree batter'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

KL Rahul is the second highest run-getter so far this season, just behind Rajasthan Royals' Jos Buttler.

BCCI set for Rs 5000 crore windfall from new IPL teams

BCCI set for Rs 5000 crore windfall from new IPL teams

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The Board of Control of Cricket in India could get richer by at least Rs 5000 crore with the addition of two new franchises for the 2022 edition of Indian Premier League.

'What Gives Me Hope About India Is...'

'What Gives Me Hope About India Is...'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

'Our civil society here is vibrant, and courageous, although it is beaten up and beaten down, repeatedly.'

Webley & Scott to launch 'Made in India' revolvers

Webley & Scott to launch 'Made in India' revolvers

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

The home-grown revolver of Webley and Scott, the renowned British firearms company, is being manufactured in Hardoi town of Uttar Pradesh under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' initiative.

Birju Maharaj: A life dedicated to Kathak

Birju Maharaj: A life dedicated to Kathak

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

The legendary dancer did not just take Kathak to the world but also passed on his craft to generations of students

Officer who headed 2G, CWG probes gets BJP ticket from Sarojini Nagar

Officer who headed 2G, CWG probes gets BJP ticket from Sarojini Nagar

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

He was permanently absorbed into the ED cadre in 2014 and has headed some high-profile investigations into the 2G spectrum allocation case, the 2010 Commonwealth Games, the money laundering cases against former Union finance minister P Chidambaram and his son Karti Chidambaram, Andhra Pradesh chief minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy and former Jharkhand chief minister Madhu Koda, the Aircel Maxis and VVIP choppers case.

SC rejects Kerala's plea against leasing Thiruvananthapuram airport to Adani

SC rejects Kerala's plea against leasing Thiruvananthapuram airport to Adani

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a petition filed by the Kerala government against the state high court verdict rejecting the pleas challenging the Centre's decision to lease out Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to Adani Enterprises Ltd.

Indian airlines revamp their in-flight menus amid intense competition

Indian airlines revamp their in-flight menus amid intense competition

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

From croissants to Galouti kebabs and Medu vada, Indian carriers, both low-cost and full-service, are revising their in-flight menus to offer passengers a differentiated fare as competition is heating up amid the boom in air travel with the waning of Covid-19. On Monday, Air India, which was taken over by the Tata Group on January 27, unveiled its new domestic in-flight menu comprising gourmet meals, new appetizers, desserts, and local dishes. Air India's economy class passengers would now be served dishes such as Mushroom cheese omelette, Dry jeera aloo wedges, and Garlic tossed spinach and corn for breakfast, and Vegetable biryani, Malabar chicken curry, and mixed vegetable poriyal for lunch.

Christmas celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of subdued festivities

Christmas celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of subdued festivities

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

After two years of muted festivities due to COVID-19, crowds thronged churches across the country this Christmas on Sunday for special prayers as people celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ.

Maserati eyes Tier-II, III cities to strengthen presence in India

Maserati eyes Tier-II, III cities to strengthen presence in India

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Italian carmaker Maserati is targetting India's tier II and III cities, which are proving to be catalysts in spurring demand for super luxury brands, as it looks to strengthen foothold in the country, according to a senior company official. The company, which re-entered India in 2015, has also overhauled its after sales and service support as part of its renewed focus on customer experience. "Maserati has seen a hike in demand in smaller cities although traditionally we enjoyed steady patronage in the metros. "Even though the expansion in terms of physical network presence in these cities depends on our partners," Maserati APAC head Bojan Jankulovski told PTI in an emailed interview.

'Modi's credentials are at stake in UP'

'Modi's credentials are at stake in UP'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

'There is a famous saying here that 'the way to Delhi passes through Lucknow'.' 'If the BJP loses UP in 2022, Modi's premiership in 2024 will be in doldrums.'

BJP leader, four others held in Ballia murder case

BJP leader, four others held in Ballia murder case

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

The Uttar Pradesh Police had said on Saturday that it would invoke the stringent National Security Act and Gangster Act against those accused in the killing of the 46-year-old man.

Before Atique Ahmed, there was Chand Baba in UP

Before Atique Ahmed, there was Chand Baba in UP

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Atique Ahmed is one of the most feared dons of Uttar Pradesh today. There was another don who preceded Atique and had he survived, Atique wouldn't have been around today, recalls Sudhir Bisht.

IPL Auction: Best buy for Chennai, MI look at future

IPL Auction: Best buy for Chennai, MI look at future

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Take a look at top picks of all 10 IPL teams

'In a war there will be kills on either side'

'In a war there will be kills on either side'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

'There is no such thing as ultimate survivability.'
'It's all comparative -- who outperforms, who uses tactics, who optimises technology to the best is what makes the difference.'

Parties hope to gain from 'lucky 7' in 7-phase UP polls

Parties hope to gain from 'lucky 7' in 7-phase UP polls

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

From invoking the 'Saptarishi' (Ursa Major) constellation, seven basic notes of Indian classical music to 'saat phere' (seven circumambulations) -- parties give different reasons and logic to claim that they will emerge victorious in the polls.

High 5G spectrum prices put pressure on telcos

High 5G spectrum prices put pressure on telcos

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Apex telecom industry body COAI has asserted that spectrum pricing should be kept conducive to market conditions as 5G entails upfront capital investments with monetisation spread over a long-haul, and pricing radiowaves high will only push the players up against the wall. The stage is set for Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to come out with its recommendations on 5G spectrum pricing and other modalities for upcoming auctions, and the announcement from the sector watchdog is expected anytime now. Norms will also be worked out for new frequencies such as 526-698 MHz and millimetre band, that is 24.25 - 28.5 GHz, in addition to bands such as 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, 3300-3670 MHz.

Have You Eaten A 32-Inch Parantha?

Have You Eaten A 32-Inch Parantha?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Gastronomic tourism is the act of travelling for a taste of the place, in order to get a sense of the place.

Why India needs events like the Sanatkada festival

Why India needs events like the Sanatkada festival

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

'Not for the first time during this festival I was struck by the atmosphere of friendly inclusion the organisers had managed in a city where you can smell menace in the air, thanks to Adityanath's revenge-driven politics, his denigration of Muslims and ruthless use of State power against critics,' notes Anjali Puri.

India to meet Germany in Jr Hockey World Cup semis

India to meet Germany in Jr Hockey World Cup semis

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

In the first quarter-final of the day, Germany eked out a narrow 3-1 win over Spain via the shoot-out after both the teams were locked at 2-2 in regulation time. Later, Argentina beat the Netherlands 2-1.

Will Modi breach Rajiv Gandhi's 404?

Will Modi breach Rajiv Gandhi's 404?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

'It is a well-entrenched belief in the downtrodden, the deprived sections, that Modi cares for them. He has come to occupy their mindspace as their messiah.' 'And it is this deprived, dispossessed section that is powering his electoral performance, breaking ancient shibboleths and shackles like religion and caste and region and language,' argues Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Hathras: 19 FIRs for bid to trigger caste conflict, sedition booked

Hathras: 19 FIRs for bid to trigger caste conflict, sedition booked

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

The FIR lodged at Chandpa police station in Hathras district against 'unknown persons' mentioned alleged attempts to foment cast conflict, promoting enmity between groups and tarnish the image of the government and invoked section 124A of the Indian Penal Code -- the serious charge of sedition.

Airport PPPs on a crowded runway; private sector bids could be subdued

Airport PPPs on a crowded runway; private sector bids could be subdued

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Airports hold pride of place in the government's National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP) programme to monetise public assets. Private airport operators, including the Adani group, Fairfax, GMR and Zurich Airport, are expected to evince interest in the next round of public private partnership (PPP) development of state-owned Airport Authority of India (AAI) airports. Industry analysts, however, do not expect bids to be as high as the last round, which saw Adani group gain control of six airports.

IPL 2022: Hardik To Lead This Dream XI

IPL 2022: Hardik To Lead This Dream XI

Rediff.com25 May 2022

Norma Astrid Godinho picks her IPL 2022 Dream XI, an unbeatable combination that could give the very best a run for their money...

20 kids held hostage by murder accused in UP village

20 kids held hostage by murder accused in UP village

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Subhash Batham, who is a murder accused, had invited the children for a birthday party. Batham fired from inside the house when police reached there. Commandos are being rushed to the spot.

How a song taught kids to wash their hands!

How a song taught kids to wash their hands!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

'With running water our two hands play, In and out the colourful soap dances away! It bubbles and froths between our fingers Under our nails it cleans and lingers Then all the soap we wash away!'

Gautam Adani seeks to clear the air on 'Mauritius funds'

Gautam Adani seeks to clear the air on 'Mauritius funds'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Weeks after confusion over three Mauritius-based funds whipsawing shares of Adani group firms, billionaire Gautam Adani on Monday said that "twisted narrative" seems to imply that companies have regulatory powers over their shareholders and can compel disclosures. Shares of port-to-energy group nosedived last month after reports that accounts of three of the six Mauritius-based funds that have invested most of their money in Adani group firms had been frozen by the national share depository. The three funds owned about $6 billion of shares across the conglomerate.

Battle of the brands: H&M takes on Zara

Battle of the brands: H&M takes on Zara

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Zara could rake in Rs 1,571 crore sales in 2019-2020. H&M, which came in five years later, grew its revenue to Rs 1,729 crore.

UP registers 1st case under anti-conversion law in Bareilly

UP registers 1st case under anti-conversion law in Bareilly

Rediff.com29 Nov 2020

Three years ago, the accused started exerting pressure on her to undergo religious conversion and perform 'nikaah' (marriage). But when the woman opposed, he threatened to kidnap her, Tikaram alleged.

ITBP officer posted as head of eastern command along LAC

ITBP officer posted as head of eastern command along LAC

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), which guards the Line of Actual Control with China, has posted its first officer to head the newly-created Guwahati-based eastern command that oversees deployment of border battalions in that region.

Uttar Pradesh and its 'sugarcane politics'

Uttar Pradesh and its 'sugarcane politics'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

Nitin Tyagi is a young farmer in Budhagaon village of Baghpat district of Uttar Pradesh. A few years ago, Tyagi left his fairly lucrative job in the medical industry and shifted base to his ancestral village to look after his land and property. He opened a small shop selling farm inputs in the village and also started taking a greater interest in agricultural matters which had so far been looked after by his father and uncles. Tyagi and his brothers primarily grow sugarcane, potato and wheat on nearly 10 acres of land with sugarcane taking up most of his time and effort. Being one of the most important and lucrative cash crops of the region, sugarcane is directly linked to the fate of millions of farmers in west UP and with it, the electoral fortunes of political parties seeking their votes in the coming assembly polls.

UP: 20 feared dead as bus catches fire after accident

UP: 20 feared dead as bus catches fire after accident

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

There were around 45 passengers in the bus which was on its way to Jaipur from Farrukhabad at the time of incident.

Kerala records most cybercrimes amid lockdown

Kerala records most cybercrimes amid lockdown

Rediff.com21 May 2020

The key threats seen during this period ranged from phishing attacks to rogue apps disguised as COVID-19 information apps that targeted users sensitive data.

If Yogi Wins UP.. If Yogi Loses UP...

If Yogi Wins UP.. If Yogi Loses UP...

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

If he doesn't win next year, it will set back the party's prospects in 2024. If he wins, it will be seen as his win as much as the BJP high command's, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Rajnath Singh's Strategic Restraint

Rajnath Singh's Strategic Restraint

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

With the role of the venerable elder thrust on him in UP, Mr Singh has had to attune himself to the politics at the Centre, observes Aditi Phadnis.

8-hour UP hostage crisis ends, captor shot dead

8-hour UP hostage crisis ends, captor shot dead

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

The motive of the accused was not known immediately.