News for 'Safe Maharashtra'

Mumbai police discontinues colour-coded sticker system for cars

Mumbai police discontinues colour-coded sticker system for cars

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

The colour-coded sticker system, which was recently introduced by the Mumbai police to ensure smooth movement of vehicles engaged in emergency and essential services during the ongoing restrictions, has been discontinued, an official said on Saturday.

Opposition Has More PMs In Waiting

Opposition Has More PMs In Waiting

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

If the Opposition has any chance at the prime minister's job, it can happen only if they all stop dropping names and work at the grassroots-level, state-wise, suggests N Sathiya Moorthy.

Returning migrants face being jobless in Bihar once again

Returning migrants face being jobless in Bihar once again

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

With more than 21 lakh migrant workers returning to the state as per official data, the Nitish Kumar government faces an enormous challenge in providing jobs for them.

9 COVID-19 patients killed in Mumbai mall hospital fire

9 COVID-19 patients killed in Mumbai mall hospital fire

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

The fire broke out at the Sunrise Hospital in the Dreams Mall building in Bhandup area shortly after midnight, the official said. Around 70 patients were rescued, he added.

Will 'Himachal Model' Help Congress In 12 State Polls?

Will 'Himachal Model' Help Congress In 12 State Polls?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

The Congress may stand a better chance in the assembly polls if it followed the 'Himachal model', suggests N Sathiya Moorthy.

'The State is attacking us with guns on our heads'

'The State is attacking us with guns on our heads'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

'The way the society functions, I don't know, they are more concerned about animals than humans.'

New Covid strain found in UK not seen in India so far: Govt

New Covid strain found in UK not seen in India so far: Govt

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

There is no change in treatment guidelines due to this mutation and the vaccines that are being developed, particularly those in the country, will not be impacted, NITI Aayog member (health) Dr V K Paul said.

COVID-19 and the changing Shiv Sena

COVID-19 and the changing Shiv Sena

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

This was not Sharad Pawar or Prithviraj Chavan speaking. It was Uddhav Thackeray, the undisputed chief of the Shiv Sena!

'Indian embassy has forgotten us'

'Indian embassy has forgotten us'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

Over 1,200 Indian students stranded at Zaporizhzhia in Ukraine make a desperate call for help.

Essential services will remain accessible: Uddhav

Essential services will remain accessible: Uddhav

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

"Essential services will continue to be available and people should not have any misunderstanding or confusion regarding this. Medical shops and pharma companies will continue to function as usual," Thackeray said.

Karan Johar's 2 house staff test positive for COVID-19

Karan Johar's 2 house staff test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com26 May 2020

The filmmaker said the family members and other staff are currently not showing any symptoms but have taken swab test, the result of which was negative.

Can't live under Taliban: Afghan students in India

Can't live under Taliban: Afghan students in India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

The Taliban have been known for using violence to force the people to accept their agenda and views, he added.

Pak-backed terror module busted; 2 terrorists among 6 held

Pak-backed terror module busted; 2 terrorists among 6 held

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

Police said that Pakistan-based Anees Ibrahim, who is brother of Dawood Ibrahim, was connected with the underworld operatives to execute the terror plan.

'Govt doesn't care about restaurant biz'

'Govt doesn't care about restaurant biz'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

'The government is not ready to talk to us. They have their own agenda.'

India's 1st ethanol-powered bike launched

India's 1st ethanol-powered bike launched

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

The company said the new model would be available for sale in sugarcane-producing Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka, to begin with.

There are Wazes in every police force

There are Wazes in every police force

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

'What this incident must do is provide a renewed impetus to urgently bring in police reforms; changes that will ensure that political patronage and extraneous pressure are reduced to a minimum and allow the police to function independently and honestly,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

Shocked and surprised to see Guv's letter: Pawar to PM

Shocked and surprised to see Guv's letter: Pawar to PM

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

In his letter to Modi, the Rajya Sabha MP, whose party is a key ally in the Shiv Sena-led Maha Vikas Aghadi government, said he was pained by the erosion of standards of conduct by the high Constitutional office of the Honourable Governor.

Focus on double vaccination first: Experts amid calls for booster

Focus on double vaccination first: Experts amid calls for booster

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

'Scientific data has proven that masks can reduce COVID-91 transmission by 53 per cent...A booster dose of vaccine, even if it works, is just a temporary fix'

'My darling, everybody has to take the risk'

'My darling, everybody has to take the risk'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

'Stop showing off your star power because there is nothing called star power.' 'The power is only in the script.' 'If you are getting a good script, 'Chup chaap le lo!''

Planning To Invest in Property? Read This

Planning To Invest in Property? Read This

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

Unless you are very knowledgeable, seek expert advice before making such a high-ticket investment, cautions Sarbajeet K Sen.

COVID-19: How to Prevent Third Wave

COVID-19: How to Prevent Third Wave

Rediff.com24 May 2021

'It is important for all of us to understand to have 1. COVID-19-appropriate behaviour, even after vaccination and 2. to try to increase the vaccination drive.'

Fix responsibility by evening: Maha CM on Mumbai bridge collapse

Fix responsibility by evening: Maha CM on Mumbai bridge collapse

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

"It is shocking that such an accident can take place even after a structural audit. Primary responsibility will be fixed by this evening. I have asked civic chief (Ajoy Mehta) to find out names of those responsible," Fadnavis said.

PM briefed on internal security situation at DGPs meet

PM briefed on internal security situation at DGPs meet

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

Modi joined the conference virtually and reviewed the action points of the previous conference, an official statement said, adding discussions were held to improve the overall security scenario with more people-friendly initiatives, it said.

Over 1,000 rescued from Mahalaxmi Express stuck on flooded tracks

Over 1,000 rescued from Mahalaxmi Express stuck on flooded tracks

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

In an unprecedented measure, the Maharashtra government requested defence officials to arrange airlift of the stranded passengers of the 17412 Mahalaxmi Express.

How safe is your PF money? 10,932 companies caught defaulting

How safe is your PF money? 10,932 companies caught defaulting

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

By region, Thiruvananthapuram leads with 247 defaulters, followed by Kolkata with 173 and Bhubaneswar with 115

In times of Covid-19, drive-through restaurant biz booms

In times of Covid-19, drive-through restaurant biz booms

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

in the last three months, brands such as Tata Starbucks, KFC, and Pizza Hut have launched drive-through or kerb-side delivery services at their restaurants to catch consumers nervous about dining in.

'Ajit Pawar doesn't need BJP to be cleared in corruption cases'

'Ajit Pawar doesn't need BJP to be cleared in corruption cases'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'Look at the impropriety of the Anti-Corruption Bureau giving Ajit Pawar a clean chit!'

Drones will deliver critical drugs at your doorstep

Drones will deliver critical drugs at your doorstep

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

Maharashtra govt, California-based Zipline to launch the automated delivery service funded by Serum Institute.

Creativity in lockdown: Kids share inspiring messages

Creativity in lockdown: Kids share inspiring messages

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

See how our young readers are staying busy during the lockdown.

How athletes are giving back during the coronavirus pandemic

How athletes are giving back during the coronavirus pandemic

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Wrestler Bajrang Punia pledged to donate his sixth months' salary towards Haryana's COVID-19 Relief Fund.

Maha legislative council polls to be held on May 21: EC

Maha legislative council polls to be held on May 21: EC

Rediff.com1 May 2020

The polls were deferred due to the spread of coronavirus.

Cyclone Tauktae likely to reach near Guj coast on May 18: IMD

Cyclone Tauktae likely to reach near Guj coast on May 18: IMD

Rediff.com14 May 2021

The depression formed over Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea would turn into a cyclonic storm in the next 24 hours and reach near the Gujarat coast on the morning of May 18, officials said.

Stay home, keep positive frame of mind: BAI to players, officials

Stay home, keep positive frame of mind: BAI to players, officials

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has urged its players and officials to "keep a positive frame of mind" and "stay home" to contribute in the fight against the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, which has resulted in a nationwide lockdown.

Don't agree with what Kangana said, but...: HC to Raut

Don't agree with what Kangana said, but...: HC to Raut

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

'We are also Maharashtrians. We are all proud Maharashtrians. But we don't go and break someone's house'

Number of Covid symptomatic kids jump, post-recovery issues a concern

Number of Covid symptomatic kids jump, post-recovery issues a concern

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

While the infection has been mild in most reported cases, those below two years of age are showing signs of acute infection.

Coop banks saw 181 fraud cases of Rs 127 cr last year

Coop banks saw 181 fraud cases of Rs 127 cr last year

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

However, the RBI declined to share details of action being taken on these fraud cases saying "it is not readily available".

Housing sector hopes for boost from pent-up demand

Housing sector hopes for boost from pent-up demand

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

The key demand drivers -- such as low home loan rates and income tax sops, particularly for affordable housing -- that supported the recovery in H2 FY2021, remain in place and will spur recovery again, feel experts.

Why India should talk about menstrual hygiene and safety

Why India should talk about menstrual hygiene and safety

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

If we are able to provide safe, hygienic toilets, and affordable sanitary napkins, we could stop girls from dropping out of schools and help women feel more confident.

JEE-Mains results out, 24 students score 100 percentile

JEE-Mains results out, 24 students score 100 percentile

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

A total of 8.58 lakh candidates had registered for the JEE-Mains exam for admission to engineering courses in IITs, NITs and Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs) while only 74 per cent of them had appeared for the exam.

Pragya's Karkare remarks: Despicable, say 8 ex-DGPs

Pragya's Karkare remarks: Despicable, say 8 ex-DGPs

Rediff.com21 Apr 2019

The joint statement was issued by retired DGPs Julio Ribeiro, Prakash Singh, P K Hormis Tharakan, Kamal Kumar, Jacob Punnoose, Sanjeev Dayal, Jayanto Choudhury and N Ramachandran.