News for 'Pragati Maidan'

What is the answer to Delhi's traffic woes?

What is the answer to Delhi's traffic woes?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2010

The proliferating flyovers, eyesores every one of them, merely redistribute traffic to new choke points.

Alia, Pallavi and more smoking hot fashion week showstoppers

Alia, Pallavi and more smoking hot fashion week showstoppers

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Check out the Bollywood hotties who set the ramp on fire.

Heavy rains lash Delhi; waterlogging in several areas

Heavy rains lash Delhi; waterlogging in several areas

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

Some of the stretches and areas where waterlogging was seen included Dhaula Kuan, Mathura Road, Moti Bagh, Vikas Marg, Ring Road, Rohtak Road, Sangam Vihar, Kirari and near Pragati Maidan among others.

Rains lash Delhi, causes water-logging, traffic snarls

Rains lash Delhi, causes water-logging, traffic snarls

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

Rains lashed parts of the national capital on Sunday afternoon, bringing respite to people from heat and humid weather. The heavy downpour also caused water-logging and traffic snarls in several parts of the city.

Police crack the whip: 9 Delhi Metro stations shut today

Police crack the whip: 9 Delhi Metro stations shut today

Rediff.com25 Dec 2012

The Metro stations which will remain closed are Pragati Maidan, Mandi House, Barakhamba Road, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Udyog Bhawan, Race Course and Khan Market.

Trendy, Stylish, Fun! The BEST of Wills India Fashion Week

Trendy, Stylish, Fun! The BEST of Wills India Fashion Week

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Bringing designs that stood out at the show's recently concluded latest edition.

Cars that you will see at Auto Expo 2012

Cars that you will see at Auto Expo 2012

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

The 11th Auto Expo will be held from January 7 - 11, 2012, at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.

Automakers pin hopes on Auto expo to reignite demand, sales

Automakers pin hopes on Auto expo to reignite demand, sales

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Amid economic slowdown, Auto Expo, the biggest spectacle in the Indian automobile sector, will begin next week with the industry hoping for a reignition of demand through the show, which will see 70 new unveilings.

Five metro stations reopen in Delhi

Five metro stations reopen in Delhi

Rediff.com30 Dec 2012

Five out of the ten metro stations in Central Delhi, that were closed down for an indefinite period in the wake of the death of the gangrape victim, were opened on Saturday afternoon.

Biden, Modi likely to take forward GE jet engine deal

Biden, Modi likely to take forward GE jet engine deal

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

United States President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to make meaningful advancements on the GE jet engine deal and civil nuclear technology during their bilateral talks, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan was cited in a Reuters report.

Auto Expo 2014 ends; over 5.61 lakh visitors attend the event

Auto Expo 2014 ends; over 5.61 lakh visitors attend the event

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Car makers are happy with the positive response.

Delhi: Two missing children found dead

Delhi: Two missing children found dead

Rediff.com2 Mar 2013

Two siblings, who were kidnapped from their school three days ago, were found dead in a jungle in New Delhi on Saturday.

10 Metro stations to remain closed on Sunday as well

10 Metro stations to remain closed on Sunday as well

Rediff.com30 Dec 2012

Ten Metro stations in Central Delhi, which were closed down on Saturday for an indefinite period, will be out of bounds for the public on Sunday as well to prevent agitators from reaching India Gate to protest the death of the gang-rape victim.

Delhi police shuts 9 Metro stations, chaos reigns

Delhi police shuts 9 Metro stations, chaos reigns

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

Seven Metro stations in Central Delhi will remain closed on Monday as well, the Delhi Metro announced on Sunday night after protests continued near India Gate for the second day today over the gangrape incident.Pragati Maidan, Mandi House, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Udyog Bhawan, Khan Market and Race Course will remain closed on Monday as well.

Education fair in Delhi

Education fair in Delhi

Rediff.com18 May 2009

The Ministry of HRD, government of India, Department of Science & Technology, government of India and The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India present the Fifth Education Fair: International Exhibition and Seminar.

The knight in veshti who made India's big ticket reforms possible

The knight in veshti who made India's big ticket reforms possible

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

After dithering for months, if not years, the government suddenly unleashed a barrage of reforms.

In first speech in new LS, Mahua shows she's lost none of her fire

In first speech in new LS, Mahua shows she's lost none of her fire

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

"Last time I stood, I was not allowed to speak. The ruling party paid a very heavy price for throttling the voice of one MP," she said, referring to her suspension in the last session.

Auto Expo: Fake auto parts found at China Pavilion

Auto Expo: Fake auto parts found at China Pavilion

Rediff.com12 Jan 2010

Company officials said they had initiated action against the Chinese exhibitor responsible, but refused to elaborate. It could not be confirmed if any case had been registered with the police or with any authority.

Delhi Police cracks case of siblings' murder

Delhi Police cracks case of siblings' murder

Rediff.com3 Mar 2013

Delhi Police on Sunday claimed to have solved the killing of two siblings with the arrest of their 22-year-old uncle and his two friends who were eyeing Rs 30 lakh the victims' family had got in a property deal.

Terror strike warning puts Delhi on high alert

Terror strike warning puts Delhi on high alert

Rediff.com13 Nov 2012

New Delhi has been put on high alert following an intelligence warning of a possible strike by the terror outfit Indian Mujahideen. The alert put out by the Research and Analysis Wing has been classified serious in nature and has been based on a tip off from Saudi Arabia.

Delhi to have 264 counters for filing I-T returns

Delhi to have 264 counters for filing I-T returns

Rediff.com19 Jul 2010

The Mayur Bhawan counters will be operational from July 21-23 and from July 26-27, while the Pragati Maidan counters will be open from July 28-31.

Delhi: Travel exhibition a disappointment

Delhi: Travel exhibition a disappointment

Rediff.com21 Apr 2007

It was very badly organised.

'Honour for India': Pakistanis react to G20 success

'Honour for India': Pakistanis react to G20 success

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

'The succesfully conduct of the global event would have filled the Indians with pride'

G20 Summit: World leaders gather at Bharat Mandapam

G20 Summit: World leaders gather at Bharat Mandapam

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed a host of world leaders, including United States President Joe Biden and United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, at the Bharat Mandapam, the venue of the G20 Summit.

The spotlight's on India

The spotlight's on India

Rediff.com16 Sep 2005

IAF to monitor Delhi sky for drone threats during G20 summit

IAF to monitor Delhi sky for drone threats during G20 summit

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Indian Air Force fighter planes will be on standby to keep a close watch on any suspicious activity in the Delhi sky, including UAVs or drones, as the national capital gets ready to host the G20 summit, a senior official from a department engaged in airport operations said.

Reshuffle buzz: Praful Patel likely to be made central minister

Reshuffle buzz: Praful Patel likely to be made central minister

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting of the Union Council of Ministers on Monday amid a heightened buzz about the likelihood of a Cabinet reshuffle following a series of meetings of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's top brass.

I worked with Sakshi Tanwar

I worked with Sakshi Tanwar

Rediff.com26 Jul 2007

Reader Hari Narayanan shares his experiences.

Sri Sri wants Dalits and caste Hindus closer

Sri Sri wants Dalits and caste Hindus closer

Rediff.com6 Mar 2007

The Art of Living will host meet in Delhi to spread the spirit of reconciliation.

Delhi auto expo to be the world's largest

Delhi auto expo to be the world's largest

Rediff.com23 Dec 2009

The last Auto Expo in January 2008 in New Delhi drew 1.8 million visitors. The 2010 edition scheduled at Pragati Maidan here, from January 5-11, is expected to draw close to 2 million visitors, which would make it the largest auto show in the world.

Blasts take a toll on Indo-Pak sports action

Blasts take a toll on Indo-Pak sports action

Rediff.com19 Jul 2006

The India-Pakistan Peace Cup snooker and a kabaddi series between the countries was cancelled owing to the 'tense' situation in the wake of the recent serial blasts in Mumbai.

UK artist's work fetches Rs 1 cr in Delhi

UK artist's work fetches Rs 1 cr in Delhi

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

Mumbai born British sculptor Anish Kapoor's untitled work fetched a reported sum of over Rs 1 crore (Rs 10 million), one of the most expensive exhibit among those by 500 artists at the ongoing India Art Summit in New Delhi.

Auto Expo ends, generates record biz queries

Auto Expo ends, generates record biz queries

Rediff.com17 Jan 2008

Auto Expo ended leaving India on the global automative map. It broke records in footfalls and business queries generation.

Need career counselling?

Need career counselling?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2004

Alert: Education Worldwide India, the 6th India International Education Fair, offers career counselling, on-the-spot enrollment and sanction of education loans.

G20: From Aadhaar to UPI, 'Digital India' on display

G20: From Aadhaar to UPI, 'Digital India' on display

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

A number of exhibitions at the Bharat Mandapam, the convention centre which will host key G20 summit meetings, will showcase India's technological prowess and innovation, and offer a multitude of unique experiences to the visitors.

Tusker goes berserk; high drama in Delhi

Tusker goes berserk; high drama in Delhi

Rediff.com5 Jul 2004

Traffic was disrupted on the busy Bhairon Road near Pragati Maidan at around 1430 IST as the pachyderm attacked vehicles.

Advani's one major regret

Advani's one major regret

Rediff.com1 Feb 2008

Leader of Bharatiya Janata Party Lal Kishenchand Advani may stir a few controversies as his current views and the series of interviews he has given in the past will be launched as a book on Saturday at the World Book Fair in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

Rahul Gandhi's Chak De treat

Rahul Gandhi's Chak De treat

Rediff.com20 Nov 2007

The special screening of the Shah Rukh Khan starrer at Pragati Maidan was organised by the Women and Child Development Ministry on the occasion of World Child Rights Day, and the film was made available by the young leader.