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'Napcations' Catch On In India

'Napcations' Catch On In India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Instead of ticking off bucket-list activities, 'Nap'cations revolve around curated rest. Think blackout curtains, memory foam beds, herbal teas, rejuvenating spa sessions, and even anytime breakfasts.

Big B 'buys' 2.4 hectare agricultural plot in UP

Big B 'buys' 2.4 hectare agricultural plot in UP

Rediff.com27 Jun 2010

Indian superstar Amitabh Bachchan is apparently desperate to become a farmer.

After UP, Uttarakhand implements kanwar route eatery order

After UP, Uttarakhand implements kanwar route eatery order

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

An Uttar Pradesh government spokesperson said a formal order for all eateries along the Kanwar Yatra route in the state was likely to be issued soon.

Ayodhya land scam: BJP MLA among 40 named as accused

Ayodhya land scam: BJP MLA among 40 named as accused

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

Ayodhya mayor, a local BJP MLA and a former party legislator are among the 40 people whom the Ayodhya Development Authority has accused of illegally trading plots and building infrastructure in such land.

Ram temple one of the poll issues in Ayodhya, voters want jobs, development

Ram temple one of the poll issues in Ayodhya, voters want jobs, development

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party, for whom the temple town sharpened its Hindutva plank, is facing a challenge particularly from the Samajwadi Party in the ongoing state polls.

PHOTOS: Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record

PHOTOS: Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Delhiites woke up to the sound of thunder and lightning this morning and, according to the weather department, the city recorded 117.9 mm rainfall from 5:30 AM to 2.30 PM.

Over 1,000 bird deaths reported; Centre issues advisories

Over 1,000 bird deaths reported; Centre issues advisories

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Fresh bird deaths were reported on Tuesday, including over 900 from Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan, amid cases of avian influenza in 10 states and union territories, with the Centre saying it has issued advisories on testing and maintaining sufficient stock of PPE kits for culling operations.

Court grants bail to Kejriwal, 2 others in defamation complaint

Court grants bail to Kejriwal, 2 others in defamation complaint

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and two other Aam Aadmi Party leaders were on Wednesday granted bail by a Delhi court in a criminal defamation complaint filed against them by an advocate after they furnished personal bond.

UP govt to launch first train for Hindu pilgrims

UP govt to launch first train for Hindu pilgrims

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

The Samajwadi Party government in Uttar Pradesh will launch the first train carrying Hindus on an officially sponsored free pilgrimage to Haridwar and Rishilesh on March 14.

Defamation case: Court exempts CM-designate Kejriwal till March 17

Defamation case: Court exempts CM-designate Kejriwal till March 17

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Kejriwal exempted till March 17 by a Delhi Court in a defamation suit.

6 awesome camping sites in India

6 awesome camping sites in India

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Why check into a hotel when you can pitch a tent and get close to nature.

UP civic polls: BJP pockets 14 of 16 mayoral seats

UP civic polls: BJP pockets 14 of 16 mayoral seats

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath who went on a whirlwind tour of the state to ensure the victory of his party candidates, described it as a "historic win". He attributed the victory to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and BJP chief Amit Shah's guidance.

Bharat Bandh: Rail services disrupted, roads blocked across country

Bharat Bandh: Rail services disrupted, roads blocked across country

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

As fuel prices continue its northward march with petrol and diesel being sold at Rs 80.73 and Rs 72.83 per litre in the national capital, at least 21 opposition parties, led by the Congress have staged a Bharat Bandh protesting the rise in fuel prices and depreciation of the rupee.

After selling 580 mn books, Gita Press faces labour crisis

After selling 580 mn books, Gita Press faces labour crisis

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Though the worker strike at the Gorakhpur-based publisher of Hindu religious texts has been called off, it hints at an underlying financial crisis, says Manavi Kapur