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#InstaStories: Priyanka gets nostalgic

#InstaStories: Priyanka gets nostalgic

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

In this series, InstaStories, we let pictures on social media tell their beautiful back stories.

ISL PIX: Bagan avenge Durand Cup loss, down NEUFC in thriller

ISL PIX: Bagan avenge Durand Cup loss, down NEUFC in thriller

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

This hard-fought win also brings relief to Mohun Bagan manager Jose Molina, who had faced 'Go Back' chants at this very venue on Wednesday during their draw in the AFC Cup.

History and Mystery in Egypt

History and Mystery in Egypt

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Time travel in the land of the pharaohs.

Once Mumbai's villain, Hardik returns to Wankhede as WC hero

Once Mumbai's villain, Hardik returns to Wankhede as WC hero

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Pandya's comeback journey following an ankle injury which he suffered in the ODI World Cup was one that is replete with elements of disappointment and dejection but also with utmost resilience and determination shown against adversity.

Ram temple event: Stone pelting on procession near Mumbai hours after clash

Ram temple event: Stone pelting on procession near Mumbai hours after clash

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

The trigger for the stone pelting incident was not yet known, he said, adding further details were awaited.

Oppn warns of Russia-like mutiny if Mumbai police hires 'contractual cops'

Oppn warns of Russia-like mutiny if Mumbai police hires 'contractual cops'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Raising the issue in the legislative council, Leader of Opposition Ambadas Danve said the control of police should be under the state government.

Out with family to watch FIFA final, 3-yr-old falls to death

Out with family to watch FIFA final, 3-yr-old falls to death

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

A three-year-old boy died after he fell from the fifth floor of a club in south Mumbai where his family had gone to watch the FIFA World Cup final, a police official said on Tuesday.

Kochi kiss protests: Cases against 100 persons

Kochi kiss protests: Cases against 100 persons

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Cases have been registered against at least 100 persons by the police for taking out processions and engaging in unlawful assembly at the Marine Drive ground in Kochi on November 2 when the controversial 'Kiss of Love' programme against moral policing was to be held.

ISL: Bagan thrash error-prone Mohammedan Sporting

ISL: Bagan thrash error-prone Mohammedan Sporting

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

East Bengal FC's next match will be the Kolkata derby against Mohun Bagan on October 19.

Heavy rain causes flooding in several areas of Mumbai

Heavy rain causes flooding in several areas of Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Jul 2020

According to the India Meteorological Department, as of 8.30 am on Sunday, Thane reported 28 cm of rain, Santacruz 20.1 cm, and Colaba 13 cm.

Former Mumbai sheriff Nana Chudasama dies

Former Mumbai sheriff Nana Chudasama dies

Rediff.com23 Dec 2018

Born in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, Chudasama, also a former Mumbai mayor, engaged himself in social work after serving in a private company.

Sooooo Many Mercedes-Benz Cars!

Sooooo Many Mercedes-Benz Cars!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

A classic Mercedes Benz rally in Mumbai

Heavy rain lashes Mumbai, downpour to continue on Sunday

Heavy rain lashes Mumbai, downpour to continue on Sunday

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

'Very heavy with isolated extremely heavy rainfall (>200mm) forecasted for N Konkan including Mumbai in 24 hrs. Entire west coast very active monsoon'

Lok Sabha MP Mohan Delkar found dead in Mumbai hotel

Lok Sabha MP Mohan Delkar found dead in Mumbai hotel

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

The official declined to comment on reports that a suicide note in Gujarati was also found with the body of the Independent MP.

Classy, Fab Nehha Pendse

Classy, Fab Nehha Pendse

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

On the hunt for new ways to incorporate colour delicately into your wardrobe? Look no further!

IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, warns of 'extremely heavy' rains

IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, warns of 'extremely heavy' rains

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Even as Mumbaikars got some respite from the downpour on Friday morning, the India meteorological department has issued a red alert for the city and its suburbs warning that very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is likely at isolated places during the day, the civic officials said.

Mumbai police march displays power, might

Mumbai police march displays power, might

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

Vaihayasi P Daniel watched the Mumbai police force display its might through a parade of its security forces, accompanied by the latest, armoured high-tech vehicles, marching to honour the victims of the 26/11 terror attack.

Raj Thackeray leads MNS rally against 'infiltrators' in Mumbai

Raj Thackeray leads MNS rally against 'infiltrators' in Mumbai

Rediff.com9 Feb 2020

Praising the Centre for CAA, he said: "I do not understand why Muslims are protesting against the Citizenship Amendment Act. CAA is not for the Muslims who were born here."

'Is this what policemen do?'

'Is this what policemen do?'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2005

'Unauthorised' Nano ad fined Rs 1,12,968

'Unauthorised' Nano ad fined Rs 1,12,968

Rediff.com26 Mar 2009

BMC authorities had sent notices to Tata Motors owner Ratan Tata and Parsi Gymkhana officer-bearer P C Cooper for putting up 14 unauthorised hoardings at the venue of the Nano launch. "They paid fine of Rs 112,986 today (Wednesday). The hoardings were removed immediately on Tuesday and a fine was imposed on both the parties under the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, for not taking prior permission," said Deputy Municipal Commissioner (Zone I) Kishore Kshirsagar.

Ambani bomb scare: Sachin Vaze shifted out of crime branch

Ambani bomb scare: Sachin Vaze shifted out of crime branch

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said on Wednesday that police officer Sachin Vaze will be removed from the Crime Branch and posted in some other department.

Breakthrough as Mumbai coastal road's 2nd tunnel is fully excavated

Breakthrough as Mumbai coastal road's 2nd tunnel is fully excavated

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Achieving a major milestone, the Mumbai civic body on Tuesday completed the excavation of a second underground tunnel of the coastal road project at Priyadarshini Park in the city, while Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said the key infrastructure venture will be extended to the distant suburb of Virar.

Investigation into security breach in Kochi

Investigation into security breach in Kochi

Rediff.com22 Dec 2006

Sources said gunmen of VIP guests are normally not allowed into the area.

Mumbai: A tunnel may replace sea-link

Mumbai: A tunnel may replace sea-link

Rediff.com7 Aug 2007

The Worli-Nariman Point sea link would connect to Marine Drive, destroying the beauty for which it is known

Belgium held, but advance; Romania, Slovakia also thru

Belgium held, but advance; Romania, Slovakia also thru

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group E matches between Slovakia and Romania, Ukraine and Belgium, in Germany on Wednesday.

Euro 2024: Spain outclass Croatia in opener

Euro 2024: Spain outclass Croatia in opener

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The Spaniards, looking for a record fourth Euro crown, struck twice in three minutes, with Fabian Ruiz setting up Alvaro Morata in the 29th and firing in himself a little later.

Is Mumbai still safe for women?

Is Mumbai still safe for women?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2005

The incident of the rape of a 16-year-old by a police constable has raised serious concerns about the safety of women in the city.

Probe into secret govt docs found in builder's mobile

Probe into secret govt docs found in builder's mobile

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

builder Sanjay Punamia and his son Sunny were arrested in July in connection with a Rs 15-crore extortion case, in which former police commissioner Param Bir Singh and several others are also named as accused.

Heavy rains lash Mumbai, nearby areas; girl drowns, people evacuated

Heavy rains lash Mumbai, nearby areas; girl drowns, people evacuated

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Local train services came to a halt between Badlapur and Ambarnath section in Maharashtra's Thane district adjoining Mumbai due to water-logging on railway tracks after heavy rains, officials said.

The 12 Year Old Who Won Rs 1 Crore

The 12 Year Old Who Won Rs 1 Crore

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'I felt very, very good sitting on the hot seat. It's a different feeling altogether.'

Cop rapes 16-yr-old girl in Mumbai

Cop rapes 16-yr-old girl in Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Apr 2005

The 17-year-old girl from Chembur was taking a walk on the promenade along the Marine Drive with two boys late afternoon, when Sunil More summoned them to the chowky. After asking the boys to leave, he bolted the door and started raped her.

Mumbai police file FIR against ex-top cop Param Bir for extortion

Mumbai police file FIR against ex-top cop Param Bir for extortion

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

The Mumbai police have registered an FIR against senior IPS officer Param Bir Singh, five other police personnel and two more persons for allegedly demanding Rs 15 crore from a builder to withdraw cases against him, an official said on Thursday.

Modi shares winning formula with BJP workers in Kerala

Modi shares winning formula with BJP workers in Kerala

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Addressing a gathering of around 6,000 in-charges of 'Shakti Kendras,' each comprising two to three booth-level areas, at Marine Drive, the prime minister said that Kerala has the potential to influence who will be in power in Delhi.

'Where Do You Get Courage From?'

'Where Do You Get Courage From?'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Air Marshal Denzil Keelor was an Indian Air Force legend. His nephew Basil Keelor, son of another war hero Wing Commander Trevor Keelor, remembers a remarkable officer and gentleman.

Cognizant Tech to acquire Belcan for $1.3 bn in cash and stock

Cognizant Tech to acquire Belcan for $1.3 bn in cash and stock

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Nasdaq-listed Cognizant Technology Solutions has signed a definitive agreement to acquire global engineering company Belcan for about $1.3 billion (Rs 10,853.7 crore) in cash and stock. The transaction is expected to close in the September quarter. The total consideration includes $1.19 billion (Rs 9,935.31 crore) in cash and 1.47 million Cognizant shares, valued at $97 million (Rs 809.53 crore) based on the information technology services provider's closing share price on June 7, 2024.

Wall of police stops Kochi's 'Kiss of Love'

Wall of police stops Kochi's 'Kiss of Love'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

The much-hyped 'Kiss of Love' event in Kochi failed to take off on Sunday as police detained the organisers and sympathisers, including women, even before they could reach the venue of the symbolic protest against moral policing.

HC denies relief to Kuwaiti royal family is suit over South Mumbai building

HC denies relief to Kuwaiti royal family is suit over South Mumbai building

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

The Bombay high court on Friday refused to direct three city-based businessmen to vacate the premises occupied by them in tony south Mumbai's Al-Sabah Court building, owned by the royal family of Kuwait, noting that prima facie their tenancy agreements were not "forged or fabricated".

Junior Thackeray inaugurates open-air gym, BMC pulls it down

Junior Thackeray inaugurates open-air gym, BMC pulls it down

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

The BMC's C-ward team seized the equipment of the open air gym at Marine Drive, but reinstalled it later.