News for 'Puri'

When Om Puri deserved an Oscar

When Om Puri deserved an Oscar

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

Om Puri's biography, Unlikely Hero, offers a glimpse into his life and movies.

Aditya Puri to remain CEO of HDFC Bank for 2 more years

Aditya Puri to remain CEO of HDFC Bank for 2 more years

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Shareholders had already approved his appointment in 2015 for a period of five years subject to RBI approval

Citibank: Police seeks Puri's NSE transactions

Citibank: Police seeks Puri's NSE transactions

Rediff.com6 Jan 2011

The police have sought details of transactions undertaken by Citibank fraud mastermind Shivraj Puri from premier bourse National Stock Exchange.

The 58-year-old woman overseeing India's $4.7 trillion equities market

The 58-year-old woman overseeing India's $4.7 trillion equities market

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Madhabi Puri Buch, the first female chairperson of Sebi, doesn't plan to rest on her laurels in her third and final year in office and has set out an ambitious goal, such as moving towards a same-day and instantaneous settlement cycle for the secondary market.

Four killed in building collapse in Puri

Four killed in building collapse in Puri

Rediff.com8 Sep 2013

At least four people were killed and four critically injured when an over 100-year-old house collapsed in the temple town of Puri on Sunday.

Jaishankar Campaigns For Ex-Colleague

Jaishankar Campaigns For Ex-Colleague

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Taranjit Singh Sandhu were colleagues at the ministry for external affairs for many years.

British queen honours Om Puri

British queen honours Om Puri

Rediff.com23 Jul 2004

The actor has been named an honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire for his outstanding contribution to cinema.

Planning To Buy A House? Read This

Planning To Buy A House? Read This

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'Some buyers believe prices may correct in the future.' 'This is unlikely. Many developers are increasing prices amid strong sales and inflationary trends.'

Are I-T Returns Details Private?

Are I-T Returns Details Private?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Disclosing an individual's income-tax returns is tantamount to violating the person's fundamental right to privacy as recognised by the Constitution.

Which is healthier -- bhel puri or pani puri?

Which is healthier -- bhel puri or pani puri?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2007

We bring you the calorie count and nutritional content of these two popular snacks.

Unnecessary negativism around Indian economy: Aditya Puri

Unnecessary negativism around Indian economy: Aditya Puri

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

Puri pointed out that government's work on agricultural constituents like functioning of the APMCs, irrigation and direct benefit transfers will help the supply side

Blast near Puri Sankaracharya's mutt

Blast near Puri Sankaracharya's mutt

Rediff.com29 Jul 2006

Police said the Govardhan Peeth, the seat of the Sankaracharya of Puri, was not the target.

Budget 2024: Real estate sector bats for revival of affordable housing

Budget 2024: Real estate sector bats for revival of affordable housing

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The real estate sector wants "high-impact" measures, like special schemes and tax breaks for developers, to revive the fortunes of the affordable housing segment in the country, multiple executives told Business Standard. This segment has been struggling since the Covid-19 outbreak, in contrast to larger and costlier homes which have been selling like hot cakes. The demand comes at a time when the government is taking suggestions from industry players before tabling the General Budget in the Parliament next month.

Reason for low turnout is...: Modi says advantage BJP

Reason for low turnout is...: Modi says advantage BJP

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Even non-partisan observers are saying the Congress and INDI alliance are not making any significant effort to campaign on the ground, he said.

Citibank scam: Senior Puri's bail plea rejected

Citibank scam: Senior Puri's bail plea rejected

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

A Gurgaon court on Thursday rejected anticipatory bail plea of Raghuraj Puri, father of Shivraj Puri, alleged mastermind of the Rs 400-crore (Rs 4-billion) Citibank fraud.

Adani charges: Cong seeks probe, BJP questions timing

Adani charges: Cong seeks probe, BJP questions timing

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

With billionaire Gautam Adani charged in the United States with alleged bribery and fraud, the Congress on Thursday said it 'vindicates' its demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee investigation into the various 'scams' involving his conglomerate.

Amrish Puri is dead

Amrish Puri is dead

Rediff.com12 Jan 2005

Nirmalaji May Stick To Fiscal Deficit Target

Nirmalaji May Stick To Fiscal Deficit Target

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'Any finality in such matters requires political views. We will review it closer to the full Budget.'

Video: How to make Bhel Puri

Video: How to make Bhel Puri

Rediff.com14 May 2010

Foodies Rajesh Karkera and Abhishek Mande visit Mumbai's Khau Galli restaurant and show you how to make lip-smacking bhel puri at home!

Sebi Cracks Whip At Finfluencers

Sebi Cracks Whip At Finfluencers

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Sebi's mandate restraining mutual funds, stock brokers, and other intermediaries from associating with finfluencers who do not come under the Sebi ambit will impact the earnings of finfluencers through sponsorships, tie-ups, or referral links, as these may dry up due to the restrictions.

Cyclone Dana's landfall process over after 8 hrs

Cyclone Dana's landfall process over after 8 hrs

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

The landfall process of the severe cyclonic storm Dana was complete on Friday morning and the system took at least eight and half hours to enter the landmass, India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

The Pradeeps Of Pittsburgh Review: Unfunny

The Pradeeps Of Pittsburgh Review: Unfunny

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

If a show about Gujaratis or Indians in the US had to be made, it could have been more authentic, sighs Deepa Gahlot.

'How Can I Not Be Present To Bless Her?'

'How Can I Not Be Present To Bless Her?'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

'Usski khushi meri khushi.'

Kerala ADM's suicide amid graft charges sparks political turmoil

Kerala ADM's suicide amid graft charges sparks political turmoil

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

The Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party have united in their demands, calling for the immediate resignation and arrest of P P Divya, a Communist Party of India-Marxist leader and district panchayat president, who leveled graft accusations against ADM Naveen Babu at his send-off function organised by colleagues at the Kannur district collectorate.

Puri priests seek blessings for Pranab

Puri priests seek blessings for Pranab

Rediff.com16 Jun 2012

With United Progressive Alliance chairperson Sonia Gandhi naming Pranab Mukherjee as the Presidential candidate, priests at Sri Jagannath Temple at Puri sought the Lord's blessings for him.

Om Puri: Rag-picker who became a legend

Om Puri: Rag-picker who became a legend

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

'I belonged to the working class, not the middle class.' 'I was a rag-picker. I used to pick up coal from the railway tracks.' 'I was rejected from the FTII, as I was very unkempt and skinny.' 'I did not look like a hero, villain or comedian.' 'But Girish Karnad and Jairaj said I should be taken based on merit, not looks.'

Fire in 3 trains at Puri station, no casualty

Fire in 3 trains at Puri station, no casualty

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

At least five bogies of three empty stationary trains were damaged as a major fire broke out in quick succession at Puri railway station on Thursday, triggering panic among passengers and affecting rail services.

The Super Teachers of Bollywood

The Super Teachers of Bollywood

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Perfect occasion to list 30 real-life educators whose unique methods, unwavering dedication or scholarly persona impressed us.

The Super Teachers of Bollywood

The Super Teachers of Bollywood

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Perfect occasion to list 30 real-life educators whose unique methods, unwavering dedication or scholarly persona impressed us.

PIX: People across country celebrate Diwali with pomp

PIX: People across country celebrate Diwali with pomp

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Keeping up his tradition of celebrating the festival with soldiers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Sir Creek near the Indo-Pak border in Gujarat's Kutch district and offered sweets to jawans.

Boat carrying Union minister gets stuck in Odisha lake for 2 hrs

Boat carrying Union minister gets stuck in Odisha lake for 2 hrs

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The administration sent another vessel which rescued the Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying and took him to his destination. He was accompanied by BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra and a few other local party leaders while being stranded on the boat.

President, CJI, CEC: Famous faces at polling booths

President, CJI, CEC: Famous faces at polling booths

Rediff.com26 May 2024

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud, Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi and several other famous faces were seen at polling booths, exercising their franchise in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha polls on Saturday.

Odisha: BJP candidate breaks EVM, attacks poll officer

Odisha: BJP candidate breaks EVM, attacks poll officer

Rediff.com25 May 2024

A sitting MLA and Bharatiya Janata Party candidate allegedly broke an electronic voting machine (EVM) and attacked a polling officer inside a booth during voting in Odisha which recorded a voter turnout of over 60.97 per cent in six Lok Sabha seats and 42 assembly segments, officials said.

Puri: Six die in stampede

Puri: Six die in stampede

Rediff.com4 Jul 2008

At least six devotees were killed and 50 injured in a stampede during pulling of Jagannath Rath in Puri on Friday, police said.

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

None of Amjad Khan's subsequent roles could outshine Sholay. He had begun his career at the top and had no higher peaks left to conquer. Dinesh Raheja salutes the iconic actor on his 80th birth anniversary.

How Ganeshji Comes To Rural Raigad

How Ganeshji Comes To Rural Raigad

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Ganesh Puja in Alibag taluka is about simplicity and minimalism. It's about quiet devotion too.

ED arrests Maltese man who helped Kamal Nath's nephew in Rs 354-cr bank fraud

ED arrests Maltese man who helped Kamal Nath's nephew in Rs 354-cr bank fraud

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Nitin Bhatnagar, a Maltese citizen and a former relationship manager of the Bank of Singapore, was taken into custody under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act on Tuesday.

What's Making The Sharma Sisters Giggle?

What's Making The Sharma Sisters Giggle?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Sunday was a Day of Suits in Mumbai at the GQ-Arrow do

Pria Kataaria Puri's HOT Persian princesses

Pria Kataaria Puri's HOT Persian princesses

Rediff.com20 Aug 2011

Indo-western silhouettes, bright colours and a return to the '80s look marked the designer's latest collection.

MFDs cash in big: Commissions jump over 20% on market liftoff

MFDs cash in big: Commissions jump over 20% on market liftoff

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Commissions paid to mutual fund distributors (MFDs) increased by over 20 per cent for most large fund houses in 2023-24 (FY24), driven by a sharp market rally and strong inflows. The largest fund house, SBI Mutual Fund (MF), which now manages nearly Rs 10 trillion in assets, paid Rs 2,025 crore to its major distributors - 21 per cent higher than the Rs 1,675 crore payout in 2022-23 (FY23).