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HP floods: 11 passengers of Punjab bus swept away on July 10 yet to be found

HP floods: 11 passengers of Punjab bus swept away on July 10 yet to be found

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

The wreckage of the Pepsu Roadways Transport Corporation bus was found 300 metres down from the green tax barrier of the Allo (potato) ground in the middle of the Beas river in Manali on Saturday and a search is on for the 11 passengers.

Kerala police drags away bride minutes before interfaith wedding

Kerala police drags away bride minutes before interfaith wedding

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

In a dramatic incident in Kerala, a young bride was forcibly taken away from the groom by the police on Sunday evening minutes before the inter-faith couple were set to tie the knot at a temple near Kovalam in Thiruvananthapuram.

She hadn't done...: Puja Khedkar's father defends her

She hadn't done...: Puja Khedkar's father defends her

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

About the 34-year-old officer's alleged misuse of power, including the use of a private luxury car with a VIP number plate and red-blue beacon, during her tenure at the Pune collector's office, Dilip said she had taken permission for everything.

Is Trump A Lot Like Modi?

Is Trump A Lot Like Modi?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

After being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, Trump started his inaugural address with a sentence that echoed Modi's coinage some years ago, notes Modi biographer Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

2 Manipuris found shot dead; 1 with blindfold, tied hands

2 Manipuris found shot dead; 1 with blindfold, tied hands

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Two bodies, including that of a woman, with bullet wounds were recovered in Imphal East and West districts in Manipur, police said on Thursday.

Gujarat rain-related toll rises to 26, more than 17K evacuated

Gujarat rain-related toll rises to 26, more than 17K evacuated

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Rain-related incidents claimed nine more lives in Gujarat, taking the death toll to 16 in two days, while another 8,500 people were relocated and rescued from flood-affected areas with rains continuing to lash some parts of the state for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday, officials said.

Should You Invest In ESG Schemes?

Should You Invest In ESG Schemes?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

'A 20 per cent equity allocation to ESG funds is a good start.' 'As more evidence on ESG performance builds, investors may increase allocations.'

2024: The Best South Films

2024: The Best South Films

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Arjun Menon looks at the Top 10 South films that made an impact in 2024.

Buying Property? Read This

Buying Property? Read This

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

'Assess the property in terms of type, size, location and price point, and whether it fits into your budget.' 'If it checks out on these fronts, one may consider the accompanying offers.'

'We Know How To Protect Our Religion'

'We Know How To Protect Our Religion'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'If someone fiddles us on our religion then we will pay back five times more to that person. We have proved that time and again.'

Two Ex-CMs Bite The Dust In J&K, And How!

Two Ex-CMs Bite The Dust In J&K, And How!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Omar Abdullah lost by 204,142 votes; Mehbooba Mufti by 281, 794 votes.

We Are In An Era Of Puppets And Puppeteers

We Are In An Era Of Puppets And Puppeteers

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'As we enter 2025, it must be acknowledged that there is a convergence of capital, influential people (from business and politics) and technology deciding the destiny of others in the name of pride, patriotism, nationalism, nation building, all of it thinly veiled disguises for personal profit and glory,' asserts Shyam G Menon.

Know How To Plan Your Taxes

Know How To Plan Your Taxes

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

'If you invest in a rush at the last moment, you could compromise on selecting the best tax-saving options.'

2024: Top 10 International Films

2024: Top 10 International Films

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite 2024 films that he watched at film festivals held in Berlin, Cannes, Toronto and India.

This Mum Helps Women Return To Work

This Mum Helps Women Return To Work

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

In two years, the start-up Overqualified Housewives has helped over 6,000 women across India find flexible-job roles across India from salaries ranging between Rs 8,000 to Rs 80,000, making them financially independent.

Modi wins historic 3rd term, but BJP misses majority mark

Modi wins historic 3rd term, but BJP misses majority mark

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday poised to form the government for a third consecutive term with the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance getting a majority in the Lok Sabha, notwithstanding crushing losses in three Hindi heartland states after a bitterly fought election that was projected as a referendum on his popularity.

'Shinde Saheb Is A Fighter'

'Shinde Saheb Is A Fighter'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

'We pressurised him (to accept the deputy chief ministership).' 'Being out of power would have made him weaker.'

World No 1 Suhas taking no pressure as he eyes Paris gold

World No 1 Suhas taking no pressure as he eyes Paris gold

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Suhas said the real backbone behind his success in sports is the unstinted support of his family.

Titanic tourist submersible carrying 5 goes missing

Titanic tourist submersible carrying 5 goes missing

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

British-Pakistani billionaire businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman were also on the sub, the BBC reported on Tuesday.

Air-miss: Air traffic officer suspended

Air-miss: Air traffic officer suspended

Rediff.com18 Sep 2007

Official sources said an ATC official had been suspended pending the DGCA probe, which would establish accountability and find out lapses in the system.

'I Pray For That Unknown Woman Who Cooked Pothichoru'

'I Pray For That Unknown Woman Who Cooked Pothichoru'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'A campaign that goes beyond caste, creed and religion.' 'This is a campaign that aims to end hunger in society'

Landslide survivors' rehab key issue in Wayanad LS bypoll

Landslide survivors' rehab key issue in Wayanad LS bypoll

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Local residents have stressed that land acquisition for rehabilitation must be completed promptly, as it has been delayed after estate owners challenged it in the Kerala high court.

Two Indian techies missing in Kenya killed by cops, claims prez aide

Two Indian techies missing in Kenya killed by cops, claims prez aide

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Both Khan and Kidwai were in Kenya to join President William Ruto's election campaign information and communications technology team.

No greater feeling than serving those in need: CJI Chandrachud

No greater feeling than serving those in need: CJI Chandrachud

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

In his address, CJI Chandrachud recounted his journey, from sitting in the last row of the court as a young law student to his time on the revered corridors of the top court.

My Top Films Of 2024

My Top Films Of 2024

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Despite the mediocrity at large, these films had me in raptures for the emotions they evoked within as a cheering audience, critic and cinephile.

Sikkim floods: How 150 labourers miss death by whisker

Sikkim floods: How 150 labourers miss death by whisker

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

'We cried our hearts out as we saw our huts going underwater. It was hard to believe that I was fast asleep at the same spot just 15-20 minutes ago'

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Landour Longings

Landour Longings

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

When in Landour, discovers Supriya Newar, one of the most important things to do and that too in large measures, is to do nothing at all.

The Woman Who Lost Everything

The Woman Who Lost Everything

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

When the landslide hit, Sruthi's house was washed away, along with its inhabitants. She lost her entire family and some relatives. All she had left for a close confidante was her fiance Jenson. Days after the landslide and the loss of her family, Jenson died in a road accident that also left Sruthi with serious injuries. News of the accident and Sruthi's backdrop as the lone surviving member of a family wiped out in the July landslide, was picked up by the media, and people rushed to help.

Bangladesh MP murder: Police recover flesh, hair from septic tank

Bangladesh MP murder: Police recover flesh, hair from septic tank

Rediff.com29 May 2024

The DNA tests would be conducted as the last option in case the body parts of the Awami League MP could not be found, an officer of the Dhaka police visiting Kolkata as part of the investigation said.

Why I Mourn Sitaram Yechury

Why I Mourn Sitaram Yechury

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

There are few leaders in the Opposition line up who can claim a path to party leadership like Sitaram Yechury and certainly, very few who blended that ascent through student politics with awareness about non-elite real India, urban India and liberal politics, as he did, notes Shyam G Menon.

Will Karan's Dharma Revive Now?

Will Karan's Dharma Revive Now?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

'What is Balaji without Ekta (Kapoor), what is Dharma without Karan (Johar?)'

From beard to hairstyle, club-thrower Pranav and father Sanjeev share an unshakeable bond

From beard to hairstyle, club-thrower Pranav and father Sanjeev share an unshakeable bond

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Paris Paralympics Pranav Soorma and his father Sanjeev have quite a few things in common, the most striking being their looks -- well-groomed beards complimented by their ponytail hairstyle.

Amaran Review: A Different Army Movie

Amaran Review: A Different Army Movie

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Amaran is effective as a intimate, well researched piece of storytelling but does not try to break any new ground, observes Arjun Menon.

Singham Again Review: Nothing Succeeds Like Excess!

Singham Again Review: Nothing Succeeds Like Excess!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

If Singham was a biryani, with all the flavours coming together seamlessly, Singham Again is a desi thaali, full of scrumptious dishes, but a tad in excess, discovers Sonil Dedhia who watched the film in New Zealand.

Mundka fire: 29 still missing; death toll likely to rise

Mundka fire: 29 still missing; death toll likely to rise

Rediff.com14 May 2022

The fire department said the four-storey building, which did not have a fire safety certificate, had a single entry and exit point.

Meet The 15-Year-Old AI Whiz Kid

Meet The 15-Year-Old AI Whiz Kid

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

'It was the early days of my 5th standard school vacation, and my mother asked me, 'Robotics classes or swimming classes for the weekends?' I chose robotics classes because technology fascinated me.'

Maharaja Review: Chilling

Maharaja Review: Chilling

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Maharaja is an audacious attempt that breaks down the tropes of a crime film with a brilliant Vijay Sethupathi in the lead, notes Arjun Menon.

A Salute To An IAF Legend

A Salute To An IAF Legend

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'There cannot be anyone like Air Marshal Keelor -- he was so difficult to emulate.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes War Hero Air Marshal Denzil Keelor PVSM, KC, AVSM, VrC who passed into the ages last month.

5 trafficked Uzbek women go missing from Delhi shelter home, DCW summons top cop

5 trafficked Uzbek women go missing from Delhi shelter home, DCW summons top cop

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

The Delhi Commission for Women on Wednesday summoned a senior Delhi police officer after five of the seven Uzbek women, who were allegedly trafficked and sexually exploited in India, went missing from a private shelter home in New Delhi.