News for 'Parmeshwar'

Two Maharashtra Officials Nabbed for Alleged Bribery

Two Maharashtra Officials Nabbed for Alleged Bribery

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Two government officials in Beed district, Maharashtra, have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting bribes. The officials are a Talathi (Village Revenue Officer) and a Gram Sevak (Gram Panchayat Officer).

Adi Godrej's Son Pirojsha to Succeed Nadir Godrej as Group Chairperson

Adi Godrej's Son Pirojsha to Succeed Nadir Godrej as Group Chairperson

Rediff.com7 days ago

Godrej Industries Group announces Pirojsha Godrej as the new chairperson, succeeding Nadir Godrej in August, marking a significant leadership transition within the conglomerate.

Mayasabha Review: Disappointing!

Mayasabha Review: Disappointing!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The visuals in Mayasabha are overwhelming, the treatment is heavy-handed, and the performances overdone, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi: SC raps MP minister for no apology

Remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi: SC raps MP minister for no apology

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

The Supreme Court on Monday pulled up Madhya Pradesh minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for not issuing a public apology over his remarks against Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, saying he is testing the court's patience.

4 killed in Jharkhand coal mine collapse during illegal mining

4 killed in Jharkhand coal mine collapse during illegal mining

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Four people died and four others were injured after an abandoned coal mine collapsed during illegal mining in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district. The incident has sparked protests and demands for compensation from the Central Coalfields Ltd (CCL).

Adi Godrej: Parmeshwar's life is a big triumph

Adi Godrej: Parmeshwar's life is a big triumph

Rediff.com13 Oct 2016

'She adds value to life in many commendable ways. Apart from her many contributions to our consumer products business and Godrej Properties, she dedicates her energies and resources to charity, to philanthropic causes and most of all how she has managed her time as a wife, mother and entrepreneur brilliantly,' says Adi Godrej.

Man goes to Kumbh, leaves ailing mother locked at home

Man goes to Kumbh, leaves ailing mother locked at home

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

A man in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district allegedly locked his ailing mother at home and went to Prayagraj for a holy dip in Maha Kumbh along with his wife, children and in-laws. The 65-year-old woman was rescued by police after she was found locked in her home for three days and survived on flattened rice. Her daughter, who lives nearby, received a phone call from neighbours about her mother's situation and informed the police. The man, a CCL employee, claimed he had made arrangements for his mother's food and drink before leaving for the Kumbh.

'Parmeshwar was a dynamo and a doer'

'Parmeshwar was a dynamo and a doer'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Laughter was a component of Parmeshar Godrej's large-hearted Punjabi spirit, recalls Sunil Sethi.

Fabricator of collapsed Shivaji statue arrested in UP

Fabricator of collapsed Shivaji statue arrested in UP

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Police said the fabricator used inferior material to form the structure and did not join the parts properly through welding.

The Legend That Was Pritish Nandy

The Legend That Was Pritish Nandy

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

He was colourful. He was dramatic. He was The Master of His Craft. There never will be an editor as versatile as Pritish Nandy, notes Nikhil Lakshman.

SC directs AAP to vacate Rouse Avenue office by Aug 10

SC directs AAP to vacate Rouse Avenue office by Aug 10

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

The top court had on March 4 directed the party to vacate its office by June 15 after noting that the plot was allotted to the Delhi high court for expanding judicial infrastructure.

Rajasthan minister grabs granite mine from real owner, booked for cheating

Rajasthan minister grabs granite mine from real owner, booked for cheating

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

The case was registered against the minister and four others earlier this week on the orders of the high court, after the local police allegedly did not act on the complaint filed with them.

TN train fire: FIR doesn't mention tour operator; bodies of pilgrims reach UP

TN train fire: FIR doesn't mention tour operator; bodies of pilgrims reach UP

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

While the TN Government Railway Police sleuths are questioning five passengers, the commissioner of railway safety commenced inquiry over the mishap in Madurai.

SC declines urgent hearing on Joshimath subsidence

SC declines urgent hearing on Joshimath subsidence

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

"There are democratically elected institutions to look into it. Everything important should not come to us. We will list it on January 16," the CJI said.

13 women, girls killed after falling into well at wedding in UP

13 women, girls killed after falling into well at wedding in UP

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

On Wednesday night, the pre-wedding ritual of "haldi" was being performed.

Allow hybrid mode hearings, technology not judges' choice, SC tells HCs

Allow hybrid mode hearings, technology not judges' choice, SC tells HCs

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

The top court drew parallel between driving and technology and said if one doesn't know how to handle technology then he or she can't be a judge and questioned the approach of some of the high courts.

What Should Change In Indian Cricket?

What Should Change In Indian Cricket?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

'In India we have a lot of superstar worship.' 'If we lose a match, but Tendulkar hits a century people are happy that their star did not let them down.' 'This should change. People should support the team and the sport and not individuals.'

Just what is strength? Ileana tells us

Just what is strength? Ileana tells us

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Kajal smiles, Preity enjoys the snow, Vicky is busy working...

How Oprah charmed Bollywood

How Oprah charmed Bollywood

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

The chat show queen was in her element during her Mumbai visit.

PIX: Mommy-to-be Shweta is glowing!

PIX: Mommy-to-be Shweta is glowing!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Top social media posts from your favourite celebirites

Pics: The James Bond-inspired election style

Pics: The James Bond-inspired election style

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

Rediff readers shared their election style. Scroll down to take look.

Prez approves Jeevan Raksha Padak awards for 40 people

Prez approves Jeevan Raksha Padak awards for 40 people

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Muhammed Muhsin (posthumous) of Kerala has been named for the Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak 2020.

'Grave mental trauma' from accused drove Mahant Giri to suicide: CBI

'Grave mental trauma' from accused drove Mahant Giri to suicide: CBI

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

Mahant Narendra Giri, the deceased president of Akhil Bhartiya Akhara Parishad, was under such 'grave mental trauma' from his estranged disciple Anand Giri, priest Adhya Prasad Tiwari and his son Sandeep Tiwari that he ended his life to 'avoid defamation and insult' in the eyes of society, the Central Bureau of Investigation has said in its charge sheet.

Gymnastics Federation of India gets Sports Ministry recognition

Gymnastics Federation of India gets Sports Ministry recognition

Rediff.com27 Feb 2021

The Sports Ministry also warned that the recognition may be withdrawn if any of the terms and conditions of the recognitions are violated or its own constitution is violated.

PIX: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's FIRST sighting since delivery

PIX: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's FIRST sighting since delivery

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

The actress, who gave birth to a baby girl in November, was clicked at the Riteish-Genelia wedding reception over the weekend.

PIX: Oprah Winfrey parties with Bollywood stars

PIX: Oprah Winfrey parties with Bollywood stars

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

The famous chat TV host attended Parmeshwar Godrej's bash at her residence Monday evening.

JD-U retains Daraunda assembly seat

JD-U retains Daraunda assembly seat

Rediff.com17 Oct 2011

JD(U) candidate Kavita Singh defeated her nearest RJD candidate Parmeshwar Singh by 20,092 votes.

Sameera Reddy gifts a sari to Oprah

Sameera Reddy gifts a sari to Oprah

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

The actress met with the American talk show host at Parmeshwar Godrej's party on Monday evening.

Sameera Reddy gifts a sari to Oprah

Sameera Reddy gifts a sari to Oprah

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

The actress met with the American talk show host at Parmeshwar Godrej's party on Monday evening.

Bollywood gets into throwback mode

Bollywood gets into throwback mode

Rediff.com28 May 2020

With no movies to shoot, no meetings to attend and no red carpets to grace, lockdown-afflicted celebrities are pursuing forgotten hobbies or browsing through old photo albums to share warm memories.

Bollywood's CRAZY LOVE GAMES

Bollywood's CRAZY LOVE GAMES

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

While we wait for Batra's latest to drop on Amazon Prime Video on February 11, Sukanya Verma looks at how Bollywood has dealt with affairs of the heart over the years.

Bollywood celebrates Valentine's Day

Bollywood celebrates Valentine's Day

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

Happy Valentine's Day, folks!

Liz, Arun & a blast in Mumbai

Liz, Arun & a blast in Mumbai

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

A star-studded black tie event hosted by Parmeshwar Godrej in honour of newlyweds Elizabeth Hurley and Arun Nayar saw the who's who of the city's party circuit.

Bollywood's Woman Power!

Bollywood's Woman Power!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2006

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Civic lesson for Liz-Nayar before 'black tie' part

Civic lesson for Liz-Nayar before 'black tie' part

Rediff.com6 Mar 2007

Mumbai civic authorities demolished part of a stage constructed near the residence of socialite Parmeshwar Godrej for the party she is hosting for the couple.

Why Sonu Walia QUIT FILMS

Why Sonu Walia QUIT FILMS

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

'Everywhere, people would ask me why I had left films. They wanted to see more of me.' 'Their words were music to my ears.'

Richard Gere, Kamal Haasan take up AIDS cause

Richard Gere, Kamal Haasan take up AIDS cause

Rediff.com24 Oct 2005

Stars come out to join the battle against the killer virus.

Son rises at Godrej

Son rises at Godrej

Rediff.com28 Jun 2004

Politics is his first love, but it is downright business that he is trying to learn, at the Godrej group. Some three weeks ago, Pirojsha Godrej, Adi and Parmeshwar Godrej's 23-year-old son, joined the family business as a management trainee.

PIX: Preity Zinta's South African holiday

PIX: Preity Zinta's South African holiday

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

Stars go on the loveliest holidays -- exotic locations with a lot of adventure thrown in. We bring you their travels in a special series.

On farm laws, SC issues notice to Centre

On farm laws, SC issues notice to Centre

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

The petitions alleged that these laws would dismantle the Agricultural Produce Market Committee system intended to ensure fair prices for farm products