News for 'Mishra'

Sensex jumps 676 pts as GST reform bid sparks rally

Sensex jumps 676 pts as GST reform bid sparks rally

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Among Sensex firms, Maruti zoomed the most by 8.94 per cent. Bajaj Finance rallied over 5 per cent, UltraTech Cement by 3.71 per cent, and Bajaj Finserv by 3.7 per cent. Mahindra & Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever and Trent were also among the gainers. However, ITC was the biggest loser, dropping by 1.26 per cent. Eternal, Tech Mahindra and Larsen & Toubro also declined.

'Acting Is Not For Me'

'Acting Is Not For Me'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'I don't think you can see me acting again because I enjoy film-making and it's what I have always wanted to do.'

The Night Iran 'Set The Ganges On Fire'

The Night Iran 'Set The Ganges On Fire'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

'Within minutes, my mobile began ringing. It was National Security Adviser Brajesh Mishra, asking why the Iranians were complaining.' 'I explained that we had only restated our position in the light of the conclusion reached by the IAEA, but will remain helpful to Iran to reach a consensus.' 'Then came a call from Foreign Secretary Kamal Sibal, repeating what Mishra said about the Iranian complaint.' 'I was very impressed that Iran was able to reach two top officials in India to intervene at short notice,' recalls Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

782 rescued from two stranded monorail trains in Mumbai; 1 hospitalised

782 rescued from two stranded monorail trains in Mumbai; 1 hospitalised

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

A Monorail train in Mumbai halted due to a power failure amid heavy rains, stranding approximately 200 passengers. Rescue operations were conducted, and an inquiry has been ordered into the incident.

SC grants bail to Ashish Mishra in Lakhimpur Kheri case

SC grants bail to Ashish Mishra in Lakhimpur Kheri case

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday gave bail to ex-Union minister Ajay Mishra's son Ashish Mishra in the case related to the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence that claimed eight lives, and restricted his movement to Delhi or Lucknow.

45 kg gold used in Ayodhya Ram Temple, cost Rs 50 crore

45 kg gold used in Ayodhya Ram Temple, cost Rs 50 crore

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

A total of 45 kilograms of pure gold has been used in the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, according to Nripendra Mishra, the chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee.

US Open 2025: Ayush, Tanvi move into quarterfinals

US Open 2025: Ayush, Tanvi move into quarterfinals

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

India's Ayush Shetty, Tanvi Sharma storm into quarter-finals of US Open 2025 badminton tournament

Andaaz 2 Review: Tacky Romance

Andaaz 2 Review: Tacky Romance

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

The sheer awfulness of Andaaz 2 really doesn't deserve anyone's time or attention, warns Mayur Sanap.

RMG Cos Stunned By Ban Bill

RMG Cos Stunned By Ban Bill

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

What has surprised the industry is that the Bill has been tabled without any consultation. Critics warn the ban on real-money gaming could fuel black markets, endanger 200,000 jobs and billions in tax revenue.

Bengaluru Stampede: RCB Land In More Trouble

Bengaluru Stampede: RCB Land In More Trouble

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Bengaluru Stampede: BCCI Ombudsman instructs RCB, KSCA to file written submissions

The 25 Books Banned In Kashmir

The 25 Books Banned In Kashmir

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Bookstore owners were cautioned against keeping or distributing the books. Police personnel briefed the bookstore owners about the legal consequences of violating the ban.

Buying in L&T helps Sensex gain 144 points

Buying in L&T helps Sensex gain 144 points

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Sun Pharma, NTPC, Maruti, Bharti Airtel, Trent and Axis Bank were also among the gainers. However, Tata Motors, Power Grid, Eternal, Bajaj Finserv and Hindustan Unilever were among the laggards.

Modi Isn't Going To Retire On September 17

Modi Isn't Going To Retire On September 17

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'Mr Modi has the power and pre-eminence in the BJP-RSS to choose how long he wants to serve, and he is definitely going to want to contest in 2029.' 'He will only be 79, as old as Donald Trump now, and fitter,' observes Shekhar Gupta.

Chirag-Satwik cruise into Round 2 of Macau Open

Chirag-Satwik cruise into Round 2 of Macau Open

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy stormed into the men's doubles second round of the Macau Open Super 300 with a straight-game win over Malaysia's Low Hang Yee and Ng Eng Cheong.

Kolkata law college gang rape: State submits progress report

Kolkata law college gang rape: State submits progress report

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The Calcutta High Court reviewed a progress report submitted by the Kolkata Police regarding the investigation into the alleged gang rape of a student at South Calcutta Law College. The court has requested a further report in four weeks.

Gandhi Called Him 'Father Of The Nation'

Gandhi Called Him 'Father Of The Nation'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

On his 200th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra traces the life, thought, and legacy of Dadabhai Naoroji, the Grand Old Man of India.

No leakage, it's...: Modi's aide Nripendra Mishra on Ram temple

No leakage, it's...: Modi's aide Nripendra Mishra on Ram temple

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

"There was no water leakage but the rainwater came down from the pipes fixed to install electric wires," Mishra said.

Burials, Mourners, Search For Victims

Burials, Mourners, Search For Victims

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Sad scenes from Ahmedabad as families bid goodbye to their beloved ones.

India Will Remember These Pujara Knocks

India Will Remember These Pujara Knocks

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Cheteshwar Pujara was the cornerstone of the Indian batting line-up in Tests, featuring in 103 matches in which he scored 7,195 runs at an average of 43.60, with 19 centuries.

SDRF Executes Dramatic Rescue

SDRF Executes Dramatic Rescue

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

A dramatic rescue by SDRF of a man stranded in the Tawi river.

'Well-planned conspiracy': Delhi CM Rekha Gupta attacked

'Well-planned conspiracy': Delhi CM Rekha Gupta attacked

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

According to a senior police officer, the man has been detained and further inquiry is underway.

HC upholds woman professor's lifer in husband's murder

HC upholds woman professor's lifer in husband's murder

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

The Madhya Pradesh high court has upheld the life imprisonment of a former chemistry professor for the murder of her doctor husband by electrocution in Chhatarpur district of the state in 2021.

SEE: Masaba debuts pics of dad Viv with baby Matara

SEE: Masaba debuts pics of dad Viv with baby Matara

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Her heart-melting post ended with a picture of her baby Masaba held lovingly by her grandfather.

EC suspends 4 Bengal officials for lapses in voter list

EC suspends 4 Bengal officials for lapses in voter list

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The Election Commission suspended four officers and a casual worker in West Bengal for alleged dereliction of duty and lapses in preparing electoral rolls. The action follows allegations of electoral roll compromise at the behest of the ruling Trinamool Congress.

UP farmer's son elected mayor of UK's Wellingborough

UP farmer's son elected mayor of UK's Wellingborough

Rediff.com17 May 2025

News of his election brought much cheer among his friends and family back in Mirzapur.

Embassy issues safety advisory after attacks on Indians in Ireland

Embassy issues safety advisory after attacks on Indians in Ireland

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The Indian Embassy in Ireland has issued a safety advisory for Indian citizens following a rise in reported attacks, particularly in Dublin. The advisory urges precautions and provides emergency contact details.

Macau Open: Lakshya, Ayush, Tharun sail into Round 2

Macau Open: Lakshya, Ayush, Tharun sail into Round 2

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Indian shuttlers Lakshya Sen, Ayush Shetty, and Tharun Mannepalli progressed to the second round of the men's singles competition at the Macau Open Super 300 badminton tournament after registering fine wins on Wednesday.

'Declaring End Of Maoist Insurgency By March 2026 Is Foolish'

'Declaring End Of Maoist Insurgency By March 2026 Is Foolish'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

'Handling or mitigating a rebellion is not a corporate plan with quarterly, half-yearly and annual goals and results but an aggregation of the effort of several years.'

Indore teacher writes to President seeking euthanasia

Indore teacher writes to President seeking euthanasia

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

A 52-year-old government school teacher from Indore, who is suffering from an excruciating bone disorder that has confined her to a wheelchair, has sought President Droupadi Murmu's permission to undergo euthanasia.

'Go back to your own country': Indian-origin taxi driver attacked in Ireland

'Go back to your own country': Indian-origin taxi driver attacked in Ireland

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

An Indian-origin taxi driver in Dublin was attacked in a suspected hate crime, prompting a police investigation and raising safety concerns for Indian citizens in Ireland.

The Story Behind Chalte Chalte Mere Yeh Geet Yaad Rakhna

The Story Behind Chalte Chalte Mere Yeh Geet Yaad Rakhna

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Bappi Lahiri was looking for a break so he and his father would meet me.' 'I told Director Bhisham Kohli about this promising young boy from Kolkata, and Bappi came over with his harmonium.' 'Bappi played this composition and Bhisham liked it immediately.' 'As we were discussing, I said I would give the words, and that's how I wrote this song.'

Look Who Riddhima Walked The Ramp For!

Look Who Riddhima Walked The Ramp For!

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

"If something look nice on someone, it's not necessary that it will look nice on you too. So just have your own style. Be comfortable. Be confident," says Riddhima Kapoor Sahni.

Kolkata law college suspends classes indefinitely

Kolkata law college suspends classes indefinitely

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

The authorities of the South Calcutta Law College, where a student was allegedly by an alumnus and two of her seniors, decided to suspend classes for all students for an indefinite period, a notification issued on Monday said.

Saiyaara Inspires More Romance In August

Saiyaara Inspires More Romance In August

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Flms belonging to genres as diverse as comedy, drama, romance, crime, and history get ready for release in theatres.

US Open 2025: Tanvi pulls off an upset; Srikanth exits

US Open 2025: Tanvi pulls off an upset; Srikanth exits

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Former World No. 1 India's Kidambi Srikanth bows out of US Open badminton tournament

Son of Sardaar 2 Review: Tiring Buffoonery

Son of Sardaar 2 Review: Tiring Buffoonery

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The jokes don't land. The one-liners fall flat. And worse, nobody from the well-stacked cast looks like they are having fun, observes Mayur Sanap.

Will Saiyaara Be The Next Aashiqui?

Will Saiyaara Be The Next Aashiqui?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

The two leads are looking confident in the trailer, but whether their chemistry will translate into a convincing love saga is something that remains to be seen, notes Mayur Sanap.

Eid: Delhi Bans Illegal Animal Sacrifice

Eid: Delhi Bans Illegal Animal Sacrifice

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

The advisory features a ban on taking or sharing photos and videos of the sacrifice rituals on social media platforms.

Kolkata gangrape: Accused, aides boozed, dined after crime, say police

Kolkata gangrape: Accused, aides boozed, dined after crime, say police

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Police investigation reveals details about the actions of the accused in the South Calcutta Law College gangrape case after the crime was committed.

US agency launches parallel probe into AI plane crash

US agency launches parallel probe into AI plane crash

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Several foreign experts were seen scouting the crash site for the last two days, checking the debris to find clues.