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20 coaches of Sabarmati Express derail in UP, sabotage suspected

20 coaches of Sabarmati Express derail in UP, sabotage suspected

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Twenty coaches of the Ahmedabad-bound Sabarmati Express passenger train derailed near Govindpuri station in Kanpur early Saturday after the engine hit an 'object placed on the track'.

IPL 2024: LSG, Punjab aim to get back to winning ways

IPL 2024: LSG, Punjab aim to get back to winning ways

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

LSG, Punjab Super Kings will be aiming to bounce back after losing their previous match.

It's raining job promises in Odisha

It's raining job promises in Odisha

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Despite declining by three percentage points in 2022-23 (FY23) compared to FY19, Odisha's unemployment rate remains higher than the average in India.

No Leader Is Bigger Than The Electorate

No Leader Is Bigger Than The Electorate

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

There is little doubt that the prime minister's own charisma exceeds that of his party, but 2024 is proof that no party can ultimately depend on one person to deliver victory all the time, points out R Jagannathan.

Why Hooda Is Responsible For Congress Defeat

Why Hooda Is Responsible For Congress Defeat

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Instead of harvesting the wrath against the BJP and using it to their advantage by opting for a collective form of leadership, the Congress decided once again to bestow their trust in the Hooda family who were given a free hand in the distribution of tickets. This turned out to be the biggest blunder and this faulty selection was the single over riding factor in the Congress defeat, explains Rashme Sehgal.

BJP's Mohan Majhi to be Odisha's first tribal CM

BJP's Mohan Majhi to be Odisha's first tribal CM

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

KV Singh Deo and Pravati Parida were made deputy chief ministers of the state, he said.

LSG hoping for good start from fit-again Rahul

LSG hoping for good start from fit-again Rahul

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The focus will be on K L Rahul's form and fitness when he returns after a quadriceps injury lay-off to lead Lucknow Super Giants in their IPL 2024 opener against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Sunday.

How Patnaik Plans To Outwit Jay Panda

How Patnaik Plans To Outwit Jay Panda

Rediff.com30 May 2024

What may work for the BJP is the growing resentment against V K Pandian, a bureaucrat-turned-politician who Jay Panda alleges has hijacked the Odisha government.

2 dead, 34 injured as Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derails

2 dead, 34 injured as Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derails

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Two passengers were killed and 34 injured when eight coaches of the Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derailed near Gonda in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday, an official said.

25k pen drives with sex abuse footage given out before polls: HDK

25k pen drives with sex abuse footage given out before polls: HDK

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Kumaraswamy alleged that 25,000 pen drives were distributed in the entire state, and cited a report in a regional daily to support his claim.

CBI books Naveen Jindal, ex-minister in coal scam

CBI books Naveen Jindal, ex-minister in coal scam

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Congress Member of Parliament Naveen Jindal and former minister of state for coal Dasari Narayan Rao have been named as accused in the fresh FIR filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation in connection with the coal allocation scam. Congress Member of Parliament Naveen Jindal and former minister of state for coal Dasari Narayan Rao have been named as accused in the fresh FIR filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation in connection with the coal allocation scam.

PIX: LSG end season with dominant win; MI finish last

PIX: LSG end season with dominant win; MI finish last

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Scenes from the IPL match between the Mumbai Indians and the Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on Friday.

NIA charges gangster Goldy Brar among 12 for Karni Sena chief murder

NIA charges gangster Goldy Brar among 12 for Karni Sena chief murder

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

According to the statement, NIA investigations have revealed the involvement of the notorious terrorist-gangster syndicate behind the killing of Gogamedi, who was shot dead in the living room of his house in Shyam Nagar colony in Jaipur in December 2023.

Leaders Go All Out To Woo Voters

Leaders Go All Out To Woo Voters

Rediff.com1 May 2024

The third phase of polling will take place on May 7, 2024.

Over 4 lakh students to lose 5 marks in NEET-UG after SC order

Over 4 lakh students to lose 5 marks in NEET-UG after SC order

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

The NTA had treated the two options as correct answers to the Physics question and had granted four marks to those examinees who had marked these options.

She is my physiotherapist, Odisha CM opens up on Vatican trip companion

She is my physiotherapist, Odisha CM opens up on Vatican trip companion

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Clearing the air before the end of the monsoon session on Tuesday, the CM said, "Shradha is a physiotherapist sent by my sister late Gita Mehta to take care of my physical fitness."

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The Odisha government told the assembly over 40,000 workers migrated from the state last year, with the highest number -- 26,151 -- from Balangir.

Rohit Signs Off In Style!

Rohit Signs Off In Style!

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Rohit Sharma enthralled home fans to a fine exhibition of sumptuous strokeplay in what could probably be his final knock for the Mumbai Indians.

Naveen Patnaik sworn in as Odisha CM for fourth straight term

Naveen Patnaik sworn in as Odisha CM for fourth straight term

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Naveen Patnaik, who steered the Biju Janata Dal to a landslide victory in the Odisha assembly elections, was on Wednesday sworn in as chief minister for a fourth consecutive term.

Naveen moves resolution for 33% women quota in Parliament, assemblies

Naveen moves resolution for 33% women quota in Parliament, assemblies

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

He said the empowerment of women is very close to his heart.

Naveen to accompany Sangma for filing Prez post nomination

Naveen to accompany Sangma for filing Prez post nomination

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

Describing P A Sangma as a prominent tribal and minority leader, Odisha Chief Minister and Biju Janata Dal supremo Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday said he would accompany the Presidential aspirant during filing of his nomination in Delhi on Thursday. "Sangma is the BJD's candidate. We first announced his name for the top post in mid-May and later other political parties supported him," Patnaik told reporters shortly before leaving for Delhi.

Naveen Jindal takes Rs 18 cr hit in 2013-14

Naveen Jindal takes Rs 18 cr hit in 2013-14

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

The dip in net profit, according to the annual general report, was due to a rise in depreciation and financial cost of its debt and for funding various expansion projects.

Mamata, Naveen oppose NCTC; Centre tries to allay fears

Mamata, Naveen oppose NCTC; Centre tries to allay fears

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

The plan for the creation of the ambitious National Counter Terrorism Centre has come under attack from non-Congress chief ministers, including the party's ally Trinamool Congress. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee joined Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik in opposing the setting up of the anti-terror body and wrote a letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, asking him to "review and withdraw" the decision.

New Zealand wary of threat posed by Afghan bowlers

New Zealand wary of threat posed by Afghan bowlers

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Afghanistan boast of an arsenal of high-class spinners including skipper Rashid Khan and Mujeeb ur Rahman and Noor Ahmad.

Naveen Chawla tipped to be new EC

Naveen Chawla tipped to be new EC

Rediff.com14 May 2005

Chawla, who was to retire in June this year, will get a five-year tenure as election commissioner.

Final shape of BJD-BJP alliance soon: Naveen

Final shape of BJD-BJP alliance soon: Naveen

Rediff.com2 Mar 2009

With Orissa set to witness simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly polls, the decision on an alliance between Biju Janata Dal and Bharatiya Janata Party would be taken soon, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said on Monday.

Manu Bhaker continues to dominate Olympic Selection Trials

Manu Bhaker continues to dominate Olympic Selection Trials

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Olympian Manu Bhaker displayed complete dominance in 10m air pistol Olympic Selection Trials (OST), shooting a superb score to overcome the challenge of Asian Games medallist Esha Singh in Bhopal on Friday.

7 newborns die in hospital blaze in Delhi; owner arrested

7 newborns die in hospital blaze in Delhi; owner arrested

Rediff.com26 May 2024

The officials of the Delhi Fire Services said the blaze broke out at the children's hospital in Shahdara on Saturday night.

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

England will be keen to overcome a lack of ideal preparation due to rain and hit the ground running when they face Scotland in their T20 World Cup opener

Which Is Best? New Or Old Tax Regime?

Which Is Best? New Or Old Tax Regime?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

'If an individual makes significant financial investments, she should stick to the old regime.' 'If the individual prefers straightforward computation without any tax benefits, the new regime would be suitable.'

Odisha boat capsize toll rises to 8, search op ends

Odisha boat capsize toll rises to 8, search op ends

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

The incident took place when around 50 passengers hailing from Kharsia area in the neighbouring Chhattisgarh were returning in the boat after visiting a temple in Patharseni Kuda in Odisha's Bargarh district.

BJP's 5th list: Kangana Ranaut fielded, Varun Gandhi dropped

BJP's 5th list: Kangana Ranaut fielded, Varun Gandhi dropped

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

The party fielded Maneka Gandhi from Sultanpur, while Uttar Pradesh minister Jitin Prasada has replaced Varun Gandhi in Pilibhit.

T20 WC: Afghanistan buckle up for stern Australia test

T20 WC: Afghanistan buckle up for stern Australia test

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

The two teams last met in the ODI World Cup in 2023. It was in Mumbai where Glenn Maxwell had played a once-in-a-generation knock to notch up a sensational double hundred while battling cramps all over his body, with Pat Cummins in tow who provided sturdy support from the other end.

In 5 years, Naveen Patnaik got richer by Rs 4 crore

In 5 years, Naveen Patnaik got richer by Rs 4 crore

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

The total value of Naveen Patnaik's assets has swelled by Rs 4 crore from Rs 7.98 crore to Rs 12.06 crore between 2009 and 2014. This increase is because of appreciation of property value instead of acquisition of any new property.

Naveen dubs Congress 'corrupt', BJP 'communal'

Naveen dubs Congress 'corrupt', BJP 'communal'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

Hinting that the ruling Biju Janata Dal might be a part of the proposed Third Front in the 2014 general elections, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday 1dubbed the Congress "corrupt" and the Bharatiya Janata Party "communal".

IPL PIX: Madhwal takes 5 as Mumbai trounce LSG; set up Titans clash

IPL PIX: Madhwal takes 5 as Mumbai trounce LSG; set up Titans clash

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Akash Madhwal bowled a dream spell as his five-wicket haul took five-time champions Mumbai Indians one step closer to summit clash after thrashing Lucknow Super Giants by 81 runs in IPL Eliminator match.

IPL PIX: Mayank sizzles as LSG trounce RCB

IPL PIX: Mayank sizzles as LSG trounce RCB

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Images from the IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants in Bengaluru on Tuesday.

Near term demand triggers lacking for liquor major United Spirits

Near term demand triggers lacking for liquor major United Spirits

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

The stock of United Spirits, the country's largest liquor company by market capitalisation (mcap), has gained 11 per cent over the past week on double-digit growth guidance, rising premiumisation trend, operationally in-line performance in the March (Q4FY24) quarter and a rally in consumer stocks. The revenue growth of the company came in at 7 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) mirroring the growth of the prestige and above (P&A) segment. This segment comprising premium brands accounts for 88 per cent of the revenues.

Who Took The Best Catch? Vote!

Who Took The Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Mohammed Nabi picked up a smart catch at the boundary ropes to end K L Rahul's knock.

Amit Shah warned Patnaik govt of central rule if...: BJP leader

Amit Shah warned Patnaik govt of central rule if...: BJP leader

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Leader of Opposition in Odisha assembly and BJP leader Jaynarayan Mishra on Tuesday claimed that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had warned that President's rule will be imposed in the state if the assembly is dissolved early.