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Aviation ministry seeks FinMin help to boost aircraft leasing at GIFT City

Aviation ministry seeks FinMin help to boost aircraft leasing at GIFT City

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

To enable Indian banks and financial institutions to develop an aircraft-leasing ecosystem at GIFT City, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has sought support from the Ministry of Finance. It has also raised concern over slow progress in developing aircraft leasing in India.

3 killed, several injured in another stampede at Naidu's rally in AP

3 killed, several injured in another stampede at Naidu's rally in AP

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

This is the second such incident occurring in the TDP chief's public meeting in a week. Eight people had died in a stampede on December 28 last year in Nellore.

'How Did Nehru End Up As PM?'

'How Did Nehru End Up As PM?'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'About whether I'm worried it will blow up into something, no, I'm used to these things.' 'I am a voice in the city and have said quite a few things that may have ruffled feathers. But I stuck with them because it's your truth.'

New Congress HQ: An Inside Peek

New Congress HQ: An Inside Peek

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

After 47 years, the Congress party moved to a new HQ, Indira Bhawan, on January 15, 2025.

Shivraj given 'broken seat' on Air India flight, probe ordered

Shivraj given 'broken seat' on Air India flight, probe ordered

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday slammed Tata Group-owned Air India for allotting him a 'broken and sunk' seat, prompting his ministerial colleague K Rammohan Naidu to instruct the airline to take 'necessary action'.

Kapil Dev joins hands with Andhra CM for golf boom

Kapil Dev joins hands with Andhra CM for golf boom

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Cricket legend and golf enthusiast Kapil Dev met with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday to discuss the expansion of golf in the state.

Why Stalin wants Tamilians to have '16 children'

Why Stalin wants Tamilians to have '16 children'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Stalin's comments came two days after Naidu said there was a need to manage the population in Andhra Pradesh given there will be an increase in the aging population.

2024 to be my last election, says Chandrababu Naidu, unless...

2024 to be my last election, says Chandrababu Naidu, unless...

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

In an emotion-filled tone at a roadshow in Kurnool district late on Wednesday night, the former Chief Minister recalled his vow not to step into the Assembly till the TDP returned to power.

Floods Wreak Havoc In Andhra, Telangana

Floods Wreak Havoc In Andhra, Telangana

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

The unprecedented rainfall and floods in Andhra Pradesh over the past three days affected about 450,000 people leading to the evacuation of more than 30,000 to relief camps.

Does Modi Want Sharad Pawar On His Side?

Does Modi Want Sharad Pawar On His Side?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Political sources say Modi is 'keen' on getting the NCP (SP) over to the Mahayuti to counter Eknath Shinde's 'demands' and to act as a cushion against his present allies, Nitish Kumar and N Chandrababu Naidu, 'in case their relationship became untenable'.

World Cup-bound Indian shooters join national camp

World Cup-bound Indian shooters join national camp

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Indian shooters selected for the two stages of the World Cup in Argentina and Peru have begun their final phase of preparations for the season ahead.

Bomb threats: Govt plans to amend aviation security rules

Bomb threats: Govt plans to amend aviation security rules

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

In the last one week, nearly 100 flights of Indian airlines received bomb threats.

TDP-YSR Congress battle over Tirupati laddus turns bitter

TDP-YSR Congress battle over Tirupati laddus turns bitter

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

TDP spokesperson Anam Venkata Ramana Reddy in a press conference claimed that the adulteration has been confirmed by a Gujarat-based livestock laboratory, on the ghee samples provided by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, which manages the famous Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple.

7 TDP workers killed in stampede at Chandrababu Naidu's roadshow in Andhra

7 TDP workers killed in stampede at Chandrababu Naidu's roadshow in Andhra

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

The mishap happened when the Leader of opposition N Chandrababu Naidu was addressing a road show there.

Alia, In Gold

Alia, In Gold

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Kriti becomes a mermaid... Vaani seeks out a Mandala... Arjun misses his ma...

Firm & focused! Vaibhav reaps rewards of sowing early

Firm & focused! Vaibhav reaps rewards of sowing early

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Rise of Suryavanshi: Facing 600 balls-a-day from age of 10 to playing 150km throwdowns

Jagan cancels Tirupati temple visit after faith declaration demands

Jagan cancels Tirupati temple visit after faith declaration demands

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Sources close to Reddy confirmed that his visit to the hill shrine has been cancelled, but did not immediately divulge the reason behind the decision that came just a couple of hours before he was supposed to depart to the temple town.

Owaisi draws parallel between Tirupati and Waqf boards

Owaisi draws parallel between Tirupati and Waqf boards

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

The new TTD chief said all those who work at Tirumala should be Hindus.

TTD confirms animal fat in laddus, Jagan breaks silence

TTD confirms animal fat in laddus, Jagan breaks silence

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

The Tirupati Laddu row intensified on Friday with the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), which is managing the super-rich temple, backing Chief Minister N Chandra Babu Naidu's claim that the famous 'prasadam' had animal fat and Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party president Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy dubbing the accusations as 'atrocious'.

More To Delimitation Than Meets The Eye

More To Delimitation Than Meets The Eye

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

There is a proposal from the BJP camp that they would resort to a proportion-based increase in the number of Lok Sabha seats for individual states, based on what they now have. On the face of it, this sounds like a fine argument that those demanding a 'freeze' now cannot oppose without reasons and justification, avers N Sathiya Moorthy.

YSRCP moves HC for probe over allegations of 'animal fat' in Tirupati laddu

YSRCP moves HC for probe over allegations of 'animal fat' in Tirupati laddu

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

TDP supremo and Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu claimed that the previous YSRCP government did not even spare Sri Venkateswara temple and used substandard ingredients and animal fat for making laddus.

What Does Lokesh Want From Satya Nadella?

What Does Lokesh Want From Satya Nadella?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

AP IT Minister meets Microsoft CEO for guidance and support in advancing IT, AI, and skill development in Andhra Pradesh.

Certain forces conspiring against India's sovereignty: V-P Naidu

Certain forces conspiring against India's sovereignty: V-P Naidu

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu said in Amaravai on Friday that certain forces were conspiring to damage the sovereignty and integrity of India by provoking internal strife and expressed anguish over some recent incidents in different parts of the country.

INDIA to decide on Wednesday on approaching Nitish, Naidu

INDIA to decide on Wednesday on approaching Nitish, Naidu

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

"We are going to have a meeting with our partners tomorrow. These questions will be raised and answered there," Gandhi told a press conference in New Delhi when asked if the Congress and its allies will approach parties that are part of the National Democratic Alliance to try and form a government.

Naidu expunges Sitharaman's reference to Sonia Gandhi in RS

Naidu expunges Sitharaman's reference to Sonia Gandhi in RS

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu on Monday expunged the references made by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to Sonia Gandhi in the House on July 28.

Chandrababu Meets Victims Of Explosion

Chandrababu Meets Victims Of Explosion

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

On Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 17 persons were killed and 33 hurt when a major fire and explosion ripped through a pharma unit at a company in Atchutapuram SEZ, Anakapalle, Visakhapatnam.

Udhayanidhi Stalin And The Sound of Silence

Udhayanidhi Stalin And The Sound of Silence

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has reacted to Andhra Pradesh counterpart Pawan Kalyan's out-of-turn taunts with a one-liner, 'Let's wait', and thereby hangs a tale, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Suits BJP to allow...: Cong on Tirupati laddu row

Suits BJP to allow...: Cong on Tirupati laddu row

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's claim that animal fat was used in Tirupati laddus during the previous government has triggered a massive political row, with the YSRCP accusing Naidu of indulging in "heinous allegations" for political gains and the Telugu Desam Party circulating a lab report to back its claim.

Govt plans SPV for aircraft manufacturing in India

Govt plans SPV for aircraft manufacturing in India

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

The government will set up a special purpose vehicle to push ahead with plans to start manufacturing commercial aircraft in India, Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said on Wednesday as he highlighted the potential of the country's fast-growing aviation sector. The Bhartiya Vayuyan Vidheyak Bill 2024, which was passed by the Lok Sabha in August, includes provisions to regulate the design and manufacturing of aircraft, supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative for self-reliance.

'I Don't Give Much Importance To Looks'

'I Don't Give Much Importance To Looks'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

'It's the work that counts.'

Upper castes should handle tribal affairs, says Union minister, courts row

Upper castes should handle tribal affairs, says Union minister, courts row

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi has stirred controversy by suggesting that members of the "upper castes" should handle the tribal affairs portfolio. Gopi, an actor-turned-politician, argued that true progress in tribal welfare would only be achieved under the leadership of individuals from "upper castes." His comments have been met with widespread criticism, including from CPI state secretary Benoy Viswam and prominent tribal leader C K Janu.

In final speech as VP Naidu deplores 'freebie culture'

In final speech as VP Naidu deplores 'freebie culture'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The remarks by Naidu in his last address as the country's Vice President came even as Telangana's ruling Telangana Rashtra Samithi RS said the welfare of poorer sections of society is not a freebie and that welfare measures taken by governments should continue.

PM lauds Naidu's witty one-liners as RS bids farewell to vice prez

PM lauds Naidu's witty one-liners as RS bids farewell to vice prez

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday said M Venkaiah Naidu's witty one-liners were 'revered, and never countered', and hailed his highly productive five-year term as vice president of India and Rajya Sabha chairman.

TTD bans political, hate speeches near Tirupati temple

TTD bans political, hate speeches near Tirupati temple

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), custodian of Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple, has banned political and hate speeches at Tirumala. The decision comes in response to recent incidents where individuals, including political leaders, made political or inflammatory statements before the media near the temple premises after Darshan, disrupting the spiritual peace. The TTD warned of legal action against violators.

Want To Dine With The Kapoors?

Want To Dine With The Kapoors?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Netflix has announced a thrilling line-up for 2025.

Andhra CM compares Jagan to 'drug lord Pablo Escobar'

Andhra CM compares Jagan to 'drug lord Pablo Escobar'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Naidu claimed that he never saw such a situation like how it was when Reddy, the YSRCP chief, ruled during the past five years.

Met Adanis several times but...: Jagan denies bribery charges

Met Adanis several times but...: Jagan denies bribery charges

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has strongly refuted allegations of bribery by the Adani Group for solar power purchases during his government. He claimed his name was not mentioned in a US court's indictment and that meetings with Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani were not unusual for a chief minister. Reddy said the power supply agreement was between the state's DISCOMs and SECI, with no third-party involvement. He also defended the deal, calling it 'historic' and highlighting the cost savings for the state. Meanwhile, former CM N Chandrababu Naidu has alleged irregularities in the deal and promised to act upon the alleged charges.

Ensure ample staff at check-in counters, govt tells airlines as fog sets in

Ensure ample staff at check-in counters, govt tells airlines as fog sets in

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Airlines must ensure that all check-in counters at the Delhi airport are fully staffed to minimise passenger inconvenience as smog has started affecting the flight operations, Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu directed on Wednesday. The minister gave this direction during a meeting with representatives of major airlines, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), officials of the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS).

'Wealth Is Concentrated In A Few Hands'

'Wealth Is Concentrated In A Few Hands'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'The top 10 per cent of the population should adopt and handhold the bottom 20 per cent of the population as a social responsibility.'

VP Naidu as next Prez? Shah, Singh, Nadda meeting sparks buzz

VP Naidu as next Prez? Shah, Singh, Nadda meeting sparks buzz

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

The meeting with Naidu is significant as the BJP parliamentary board is meeting later on Tuesday to discuss the BJP-led NDA's choices for the new president.