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Why home buyers may now have to tackle anti-profiteering disputes

Why home buyers may now have to tackle anti-profiteering disputes

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

Experts said the builders will now factor in their losses arising from the removal of input tax credit when they pass on the benefits to end users while the latter may want the entire GST cut to be given to them.

Rajkot Test: BCCI's 'standard practice' makes SCA unhappy

Rajkot Test: BCCI's 'standard practice' makes SCA unhappy

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

The local curators were better off doing their job independently but now that BCCI curators are there, they have taken control and will call the shots. The SCA groundstaff will be there to help and as they know more about the local conditions, I hope their valuable inputs are taken into account.

Bengal Tiger set to take reins of BCCI

Bengal Tiger set to take reins of BCCI

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly will take over as the 39th BCCI president on Wednesday, but he will have a curtailed tenure of around nine months as he would need to demit office by the end of July, next year as per the provisions of new constitutions, which makes 'Cooling Off' period mandatory after six years in office.

Vienna gurdwara attack suspect released

Vienna gurdwara attack suspect released

Rediff.com6 Jun 2009

One of the six suspects, detained in connection with the attack on two visiting Indian Sikh preachers in Vienna in May, has been released due to lack of evidence. Three other suspects, including the alleged mastermind of the attack in which Dera Sacha Khand leader Guru Ramandand Dass was killed and Sant Niranjan Dass was severely injured, will remain in custody for the time being, while a decision on two other suspects would be taken next week, police said.

Meet India's 10 richest realty tycoons

Meet India's 10 richest realty tycoons

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Hurun Report and GROHE India named Lodha Developers' M P Lodha and family as India's richest real estate entrepreneur with a wealth of Rs 31,960 crore, followed by DLF's vice chairman Rajiv Singh and Embassy group founder Jitendra Virwani in the second and third position respectively. Total wealth of top 100 Indians in the real estate sector stood at Rs 2,77,080 crore -- up 17 per cent against 2018. While Mumbai accounted for six of the top 10 and 37 of the 100 names, Delhi and Bengaluru had 19 residents each who featured on the list. Smita V Crishna of Godrej Properties featured as the richest woman.

Hiranandani's problems mount as merger plan fails

Hiranandani's problems mount as merger plan fails

Rediff.com5 Jan 2009

Valuations of projects dated, says valuer. Also, angry shareholders could come together to oppose the proposed reverse merger.

TN Guv ordered 3 convicts' release after due process, says office

TN Guv ordered 3 convicts' release after due process, says office

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

Purohit eventually cleared them only after obtaining legal opinion from the state Advocate General.

Unrest simmers in Nandigram again

Unrest simmers in Nandigram again

Rediff.com6 Aug 2008

Ten persons, including a physically-challenged man, were allegedly assaulted by drunk soldiers of the Eastern Frontier Rifles over a petty issue near Rajaramchak High School where a camp had been set up to oversee the law and order situation on Tuesday night.

E-commerce policy draft may bring cheer to the realty sector

E-commerce policy draft may bring cheer to the realty sector

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

With the insistence on data centres to be onshore, entities in real estate believe there is going to be a rise in demand for specialised Grade-A commercial spaces to set these up.

Under fire Indian origin trustee quits US varsity

Under fire Indian origin trustee quits US varsity

Rediff.com4 Aug 2009

He stepped down following continuing criticism that he used political clout to get admission for an underscoring student from India to the university, which is one of the more competitive of public schools.

India-Australia ODI series in Ireland

India-Australia ODI series in Ireland

Rediff.com7 Feb 2007

The series will precede India's Test and one-day tour of England in July

RS Dy Chairman's stolen pilot vehicle found

RS Dy Chairman's stolen pilot vehicle found

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

The stolen pilot vehicle of Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman K Rahman Khan was found abandoned in Rangpura area of New Delhi, police sources said on Tuesday.

Delhi cops hunt for VVIP's stolen pilot car

Delhi cops hunt for VVIP's stolen pilot car

Rediff.com26 Oct 2009

A pilot vehicle of Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman K Rahman Khan, which has a radio frequency tag allowing its entry into Parliament, was stolen from the residence of his driver in New Delhi.

Caribbean show wins contract for Jaffer

Caribbean show wins contract for Jaffer

Rediff.com3 Jul 2006

He would now be entitled for retainership from June 15 till the end of September 2006.

Who are the Ravidassis and why is Punjab burning?

Who are the Ravidassis and why is Punjab burning?

Rediff.com26 May 2009

Punjab and Haryana have been rocked by violence in the wake of the death of Sant Rama Nand, a leader of the Ravidassi sect, at the Guru Ravidass Gurudwara in Vienna. The protests have virtually brought life to a complete halt in Jalandhar, Amritsar and Jagadhri.According to reports, some members of the Sikh community objected to the presence of the Guru Granth Sahib during the preaching by Sant Niranjan Das at the gurudwara.

Dera preacher out of danger; Badal convenes meet

Dera preacher out of danger; Badal convenes meet

Rediff.com26 May 2009

The 66-year-old preacher was recovering fast, sect in-charge Sant Surinder Dass Bawa said. Bawa appealed to protesters to shun the path of agitation and pray for speedy recovery of the injured Dera head after a clash between rival Sikh communities in a Vienna Gurudwara leading to the death of one of their gurus, Sant Rama Nand, triggered large scale violence and arson in Punjab.

'Supreme Court has not given any order to destroy cricket'

'Supreme Court has not given any order to destroy cricket'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

'Whatever the reforms the Supreme Court has approved for BCCI, it won't be possible to implement it all.'

Vajpayee's condition stable, still in ICU

Vajpayee's condition stable, still in ICU

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

In the latest medical bulletin issued by AIIMS, the hospital said that he 'continues to respond well to treatment'.

Lodha panel's recommendations: The possible implications

Lodha panel's recommendations: The possible implications

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

A look at what can happen if the Supreme Court decides to implement the reforms the Justice Lodha panel recommended for the BCCI.

Attack will have impact on 2011 World Cup: Shah

Attack will have impact on 2011 World Cup: Shah

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

Team India's administrative manager Niranjan Shah says the terror attack on Sri Lanka's cricketers in Lahore will certainly have an impact on the 2011 World Cup, to be co-hosted by India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. 'It will have some effect, there is no doubt about it,' Shah said in Napier on Tuesday.

Lack of good economists impacting policy making: Rajan

Lack of good economists impacting policy making: Rajan

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

Flagging the issue of lack of enough economists in the country, Reserve Bank India (RBI) Governor Raghuram Rajan has said the inability to get quality talent may be hurting policy making.

Indian squad for NZ tour on Feb 13

Indian squad for NZ tour on Feb 13

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

The Indian squad for two Twenty20 internationals and five One-Dayers against New Zealand, commencing this month, would be picked on February 13.

Expert tips: The best options to study in the US

Expert tips: The best options to study in the US

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

In an online chat with readers, NNS Chandra offered advice on how to pursue an education abroad.

Umpires' exam for non-cricketers postponed

Umpires' exam for non-cricketers postponed

Rediff.com17 Jul 2006

The examination for non-cricketers was scheduled to be held on July 22 in Jaipur.

BCCI backs Cricket Australia over rights stance

BCCI backs Cricket Australia over rights stance

Rediff.com12 Nov 2007

Secretary Niranjan Shah said the BCCI could, like Cricket Australia, demand payment for the right to distribute photographs for future domestic Test series.

Tendulkar unavailable for third Test

Tendulkar unavailable for third Test

Rediff.com5 Apr 2008

The Indian team suffered another jolt on Saturday when master batsman Sachin Tendulkar, who is nursing a groin injury, was ruled out of the third and final Test against South Africa. Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Niranjan Shah said Tendulkar, who sustained the injury during the drawn first Test in Chennai, hasn't recovered sufficiently to play in the April 11-15 match at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur.

India backs Pakistan on Champions Trophy

India backs Pakistan on Champions Trophy

Rediff.com22 Aug 2008

The BCCI threw its weight behind Pakistan and backed the traditional rivals to host the ICC Champions Trophy next month even as many cricket boards are apprehensive of sending their players for the tournament in the violence-hit country. Pakistan is anxiously waiting to learn if it will host the prestigious event as the ICC Board convenes a teleconference on Sunday to decide the issue.

Court issues summon against Raj

Court issues summon against Raj

Rediff.com2 Apr 2008

A local court in Jamshedpur has issued summons against Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray for his remarks over Chatt festival leading to agitation in several parts of the country, including Bihar and Jharkhand. He has been asked to appear before the court on April 22. The court of first class judicial magistrate A K Tiwari issued the summons on Tuesday after examining witnesses Rajhans Tiwari, Sanjay Prasad and Niranjan Prasad (all lawyers).

1 killed in Nandigram violence

1 killed in Nandigram violence

Rediff.com7 Aug 2008

Fresh violence erupted in simmering Nandigram on Thursday when one person was killed in an exchange of fire between clashing groups, allegedly supporters of the Communist Party of India-Marxist and the Bhoomi Uchched Protirodh Committee, as the number of deaths rose to two since Wednesday.

Kirsten, Kumble meet BCCI officials

Kirsten, Kumble meet BCCI officials

Rediff.com26 Feb 2008

Newly appointed India coach Gary Kirsten and Anil Kumble had their first meeting with the BCCI officials in Mumbai.

Dravid, Ganguly ignored for Champions Trophy

Dravid, Ganguly ignored for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com8 Jul 2008

National selectors ignored Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly while naming 30 Indian probables for the ICC Champions Trophy in September.

TN: Software engineer kills his baby girl

TN: Software engineer kills his baby girl

Rediff.com13 Mar 2009

Annoyed that he could not spend "quality time" with his wife, a software engineer allegedly killed his newborn daughter by throwing her into a 30-ft-deep well.

Gony replaces Sreesanth in Indian squad

Gony replaces Sreesanth in Indian squad

Rediff.com7 Jun 2008

Punjab seamer Manpreet Gony was on Saturday included in the Indian squad for the tri-series in Bangladesh after paceman S Sreesanth was ruled out due to a side strain, sustained in an Indian Premier League match.

Implement rotation policy, BCCI tells selectors

Implement rotation policy, BCCI tells selectors

Rediff.com25 Dec 2007

BCCI secretary Niranjan Shah suggested that the sooner the selectors implement the rotation policy, the better.

Srinivasan may be new BCCI secretary

Srinivasan may be new BCCI secretary

Rediff.com19 Sep 2008

Treasurer N Srinivasan is all set to take over as the Board of Control for Cricket in India's new secretary after incumbent Niranjan Shah steps down from the post at the September 27-28 Annual General Meeting of the Board in Mumbai following the expiry of his tenure. The present secretary Niranjan Shah would continue to work with the Board in a position yet to be decided.

Harbhajan replies to BCCI notice

Harbhajan replies to BCCI notice

Rediff.com28 Apr 2008

Off-spinner Harbhajan Singh, who was on Monday banned by the Indian Premier League for rest of its matches for slapping paceman S Sreesanth, has replied to the Cricket Board's show cause notice issued to him.

When Lovebirds Win...

When Lovebirds Win...

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Some winners of this year's Filmfare awards.

Kirsten tipped as next India coach

Kirsten tipped as next India coach

Rediff.com27 Nov 2007

The former South Africa opener may take on the job of India coach, left vacant by Greg Chappell.

Kirsten admonished for Dhoni comments

Kirsten admonished for Dhoni comments

Rediff.com4 Sep 2008

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Thursday took strong exception to coach Gary Kirsten's comments that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is ready for Test captaincy and asked the South African to strictly concentrate on his job. BCCI secretary Niranjan Shah has categorically told Kirsten to avoid airing his views in the media and focus on coaching.

Vengsarkar barred from writing columns

Vengsarkar barred from writing columns

Rediff.com3 Nov 2007

The BCCI said its chief selector has been asked not to do so as there appears to be a conflict of interest on the issue.