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Decision on Laxmi Pandit in a week

Decision on Laxmi Pandit in a week

Rediff.com30 Mar 2004

'The concern is about the dignity and future of Laxmi Pandit and we cannot decide in haste,' A P Parigi, managing director, Times Infotainment Media Limited, said.

Restoration of J-K statehood after assembly polls: Amit Shah

Restoration of J-K statehood after assembly polls: Amit Shah

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

On the Opposition's poll promise of statehood restoration, Shah said, "I want to ask Farooq Abdullah and Rahul Gandhi, who is going to restore the statehood. You cannot give it back. Why are you misleading the public?"

Disha Parties With Ananya, Kriti

Disha Parties With Ananya, Kriti

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Film and television stars crossed paths at Ekta R Kapoor's annual Diwali party on Sunday.

Kashmiri Pandit families return home after 18 yrs

Kashmiri Pandit families return home after 18 yrs

Rediff.com4 May 2008

Nine migrant Pandit families returned to their south Kashmir native village after 18 long years. Thousands of local Hindus migrated out of the Kashmir valley with the beginning of the ongoing militancy in Kashmir in 1990. The Prime Minister in March announced a relief and rehabilitation package of Rs 7.5 lakhs and a government job for each family returning to the valley.

Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj held during AAP protests

Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj held during AAP protests

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

The two ministers were lodged in a police bus as officials asked protesters at the ITO intersection, which is near the AAP and BJP offices, to disperse in view of prohibitory orders under section 144 imposed in the area.

Kashmiri Pandits: A House for Mr and Mrs Raina

Kashmiri Pandits: A House for Mr and Mrs Raina

Rediff.com25 Apr 2011

After spending 20 years in squalid camps in Jammu, the Kashmiri Pandits, who fled their native Kashmir valley to escape ethnic cleansing, will finally move into a new township. But they are not home yet. Archana Masih reports from Jammu on the torment of the Pandits in exile, which remains one of contemporary India's worst tragedies.

Tanishaa-Tanuja-Kajol's Kodak Moment

Tanishaa-Tanuja-Kajol's Kodak Moment

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Film and television stars made their way to the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja in Juhu, north west Mumbai, to celebrate Ashthami.

Citigroup to close hedge fund; blow to Pandit

Citigroup to close hedge fund; blow to Pandit

Rediff.com12 Jun 2008

Citigroup Inc is closing a hedge fund co-founded by chief executive officer Vikram Pandit, 11 months after the bank bought the fund management company for more than $800 million.

Rana credits Gambhir's tactics for KKR's domination

Rana credits Gambhir's tactics for KKR's domination

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Gambhir's return to the KKR camp as a mentor this year turned things around as the Kolkata-based franchise moved to the top of the table

181 VCs, academicians accuse Rahul of spreading falsehood

181 VCs, academicians accuse Rahul of spreading falsehood

Rediff.com6 May 2024

The selection has been completely based on academic and administrative prowess and with a vision to take universities ahead, they said.

Allow temple repairs in PoK: Kashmiri Pandits

Allow temple repairs in PoK: Kashmiri Pandits

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

In a letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his Pakistani counterpart Shaukat Aziz Khan, the Durga Nag Trust has asked them to allow a delegation to visit the temple, located on the banks of Krishan Ganga in Neelam valley in PoK.

3 things that Vikram Pandit plans for Citi

3 things that Vikram Pandit plans for Citi

Rediff.com14 Dec 2007

Vikram Pandit has taken the helm at the troubled financial-services giant. He talks about the road back.

Kanwar Yatra order forces Muslim, Hindu dhaba owners to remove staff

Kanwar Yatra order forces Muslim, Hindu dhaba owners to remove staff

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

A Muslim man used to work on the tandoor at my restaurant. But due to this issue, I asked him to leave. Because people can make an issue over it. We don't want such trouble here

Muslims perform last rites of Kashmiri Pandit poet

Muslims perform last rites of Kashmiri Pandit poet

Rediff.com16 May 2007

After hearing the news of his death, hundreds of Muslims gathered at his residence to perform his last rites.

Ronak Pandit upsets Jaspal Rana

Ronak Pandit upsets Jaspal Rana

Rediff.com2 Apr 2004

The youngster won the 10m Air Pistol event, setting a new record, at the SAF Games.

'The Songs Have Already Become A Craze'

'The Songs Have Already Become A Craze'

Rediff.com7 May 2024

'When it was confirmed that I would do the song, Manishaji walked up to me and asked, "Please Vijayshree, tell me how are you planning to do the song. Give me a rough idea so that I am mentally prepared".'

Giving captain freedom will help team excel: Rayudu

Giving captain freedom will help team excel: Rayudu

Rediff.com14 May 2024

KKR, the IPL winners in 2012 and 2014 under Gambhir's captaincy, became the first team the enter the playoffs this season and are currently on 19 points after nine wins.

'Ashaji is a misaal and a missile'

'Ashaji is a misaal and a missile'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

'She has always amazed me and at times, shocked me!'

Ranji Trophy: Vihari quits as Andhra skipper

Ranji Trophy: Vihari quits as Andhra skipper

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Interestingly, eager to play under domestic coach Chandrakant Pandit to revive his international career, Vihari was mulling a move to Madhya Pradesh before the start of the season.

Salman Parties With Arbaaz, Sshura

Salman Parties With Arbaaz, Sshura

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Arbaaz Khan hosted a birthday party for his wife Sshura Khan on January 18, and his entire family came together to celebrate the special day.

SP leader wants Sengol replaced by Constitution, BJP hits back

SP leader wants Sengol replaced by Constitution, BJP hits back

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Samajwadi Party MP R K Chaudhary's demand to replace the Sengol installed next to the Lok Sabha Speaker's chair with a copy of the Constitution triggered a war of words on Thursday, with opposition leaders backing him, and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party castigating him for 'disrespecting' Indian and Tamil culture.

Pandit vows to simplify Citigroup structure

Pandit vows to simplify Citigroup structure

Rediff.com12 Dec 2007

Vikram Pandit pledged to simplify Citigroup's organisation and reshape its businesses according to "economic realities" after being named chief executive of the bank.

Kashmiri pandits ask PM to include them in talks

Kashmiri pandits ask PM to include them in talks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

Ahead of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's visit to the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Kashmiri pandits on Wednesday said his purpose to resolve the Kashmir issue will be meaningless if talks with separatists were not followed up by similar parleys with them.

Bharat Ratna not only honour for me but...: Advani

Bharat Ratna not only honour for me but...: Advani

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

The 96-year-old leader, the longest serving president of the BJP, said ever since he joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as its volunteer at the age of 14 years he has sought reward in only one thing "in dedicated and selfless service of my beloved country in whatever task life assigned to me".

Demilitarisation, self-rule talk alarm J&K Pandits

Demilitarisation, self-rule talk alarm J&K Pandits

Rediff.com10 Feb 2006

Rejecting the ideas of demilitarisation and self-rule, Panun Convenor Agnishekhar said such concepts had alarming connotations for the sovereignty of India.

PM hands over houses to Kashmiri Pandits

PM hands over houses to Kashmiri Pandits

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

The township for the Kashmiri Pandit migrants at Jagti on the outskirts of Jammu was inaugurated by Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh when he handed over allotment papers to a group of 12 selected families.

'I travel the world with a piece of bamboo'

'I travel the world with a piece of bamboo'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'I will always cherish the fact that I received the first big award of my life, actually two, in the company of legends for an incredible collaboration.'

Man in the News: Vikram Pandit

Man in the News: Vikram Pandit

Rediff.com15 Dec 2007

This week, Citigroup named as chief executive Vikram Pandit, a cerebral strategist with a degree in electrical engineering and one of the best minds in the business.

Soon, a Pandits township in Kashmir

Soon, a Pandits township in Kashmir

Rediff.com16 Jul 2007

The township being constructed under the Prime Minister's Economic Package at the cost of Rs 221.45 crore, would comprise 4218 two-room flats in 176 blocks.

Kashmiri Pandits protest delegation tour, 114 held

Kashmiri Pandits protest delegation tour, 114 held

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits on Tuesday staged a sit-in in Srinagar to protest the all-party delegation's visit to Jammu and Kashmir and raised anti-government slogans, prompting police to cane-charge and take into custody 114 people, including 15 girls.

Political Movies Surge before Lok Sabha Polls

Political Movies Surge before Lok Sabha Polls

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

'Elections and audience interest in specific movies are often independent factors.'

Kashmiri Pandits 'neglected' by J&K, PoK

Kashmiri Pandits 'neglected' by J&K, PoK

Rediff.com23 Sep 2005

The statement was made by the Kashmiri Hindu conference chairperson.

Kashmiri Pandits return home for Khir Bhawani mela

Kashmiri Pandits return home for Khir Bhawani mela

Rediff.com29 May 2012

Thousands of Pandits arrived in Kashmir Valley on Tuesday to keep their date with their holy annual festival at Khir Bhawani temple at Tullamulla, 26 kilometre from Srinagar in north Kashmir Ganderbal district.

Kannada actress Radhika Pandit in Nadodigal remake

Kannada actress Radhika Pandit in Nadodigal remake

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

Get your lowdown on what's happening in the world of Kannada cinema, right here.

Citi may replace Pandit as it seeks new confidence

Citi may replace Pandit as it seeks new confidence

Rediff.com22 Nov 2008

Replacing Pandit-- an enthusiastic defender of the company's existing mix of businesses -- is one of the options being considered by Citi executives, along side selling all or part of the company, a public endorsement from the government or a new financial lifeline to stabilise the banking behemoth, after its shares took a sharp plunge this week.

Pandit Jasraj's daughter to produce Bollywood film

Pandit Jasraj's daughter to produce Bollywood film

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

Pandit Jasraj's daughter Durga Jasraj will soon produce a Hindi film with a number of Indian classical songs.

Vikram Pandit, partner to buy JM Financial pie

Vikram Pandit, partner to buy JM Financial pie

Rediff.com17 May 2013

Ex-Citi CEO to be non-executive chairman of the NBFC and its proposed bank

'72 Hoorain is not a propaganda film'

'72 Hoorain is not a propaganda film'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'People are giving their opinion without watching it which is hurtful. We want people to watch the film first.'

Nooyi, Jha, Pandit among highest paid US CEOs

Nooyi, Jha, Pandit among highest paid US CEOs

Rediff.com17 Nov 2010

PepsiCo's Indra Nooyi, Motorola's Sanjay Kumar Jha and Citigroup's Vikram Pandit are the three Indian-Americans among US' highest paid CEOs listed by Wall Street Journal.

Pandits complain of name deletion from voters list

Pandits complain of name deletion from voters list

Rediff.com22 Jan 2005

The names of 2.5 lakh Kashmiri Pandits have been erased from the electoral rolls on the pretext that they do not have records to prove that they belong to the valley, a delegation said.