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Can an unmarried couple book a hotel room in India?

Can an unmarried couple book a hotel room in India?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2014

Can a woman stay in the same hotel room with a man she is not married to or vice versa? Seems an outdated question in this day and age? Not exactly, says the hospitality industry.

All Well Between Dhoni-Jadeja?

All Well Between Dhoni-Jadeja?

Rediff.com23 May 2023

The videos also suggest that everything seems to be fine in the CSK dressing room, especially what transpired after their last league game in Delhi.

Rat miners refuse to encash 'inadequate' prize cheques

Rat miners refuse to encash 'inadequate' prize cheques

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

The rat-hole miners said the chief minister's gesture was 'not commensurate' with the role they had played.

Burglars break into Delhi jewelry shop, flee with ornaments worth Rs 20 cr

Burglars break into Delhi jewelry shop, flee with ornaments worth Rs 20 cr

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

This is one of the biggest burglaries reported in the national capital.

Gambhir opens up on altercation with Kohli during IPL 2023

Gambhir opens up on altercation with Kohli during IPL 2023

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

'As a mentor, no one can come and walk over my players. I have got a very different belief and I have lived with that belief and I will continue to live with that belief that I will never leave anyone alone.'

People from southern Israel leave homes, take shelter in Jerusalem amid war

People from southern Israel leave homes, take shelter in Jerusalem amid war

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Israel's ministry of defence and the Israel defence forces on Sunday said they are planning to evacuate another 14 communities close to the Lebanese border, The Times of Israel reported.

Monetary policy ought to remain actively disinflationary: RBI Guv

Monetary policy ought to remain actively disinflationary: RBI Guv

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Friday stressed that the monetary policy must remain actively disinflationary to ensure that the decline in inflation from its peak of 7.44 per cent in July continues smoothly. Addressing the Kautilya Economic Conclave 2023, he also said price stability and financial stability complement each other and it has been an endeavour at RBI to manage both efficiently. Retail inflation declined to a three-month low of 5.02 per cent annually in September on account of moderation in vegetables and fuel prices, and was back within the Reserve Bank's comfort level.

Kerala logs 115 Covid cases out of 142 reported across country

Kerala logs 115 Covid cases out of 142 reported across country

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

According to data on the Union health ministry's website, of the 142 COVID cases reported in the country till 8 am on Tuesday, 115 were from Kerala.

Foreign Policy As A Poll Tool Can Be Harmful

Foreign Policy As A Poll Tool Can Be Harmful

Rediff.com29 May 2024

It is time the political leaderships in this country arrived at a common ground over issues of foreign and security policy concerns. There has to be a greater communication between the government and the Opposition leaderships for the nation to present a unified face against the rest of the world, advises N Sathiya Moorthy.

Hawkish RBI prompts debt mutual funds to reassess 'duration' of schemes

Hawkish RBI prompts debt mutual funds to reassess 'duration' of schemes

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Debt fund managers are reassessing their strategies after the setback delivered by the Reserve Bank of India recently. While most are refraining from any knee-jerk reaction to the central bank's surprise open market operation (OMO) announcements, they are taking a re-look at the duration of their schemes. Sandeep Yadav, head of fixed income at DSP Mutual Fund, said it has trimmed the duration of some schemes, considering the hawkish stance by the RBI.

Manchester United's struggles deepen amid fresh controversy

Manchester United's struggles deepen amid fresh controversy

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Off the field, issues have also arisen involving players such as Mason Greenwood, Antony, and Jadon Sancho. Ten Hag, however, emphasized the importance of unity during trying times, stating, "It's my second year. I know it's not always only going up, you will have your gaps and you get stronger from it as long as you stay together, and that's what we're doing. The dressing room, staff, all the staff, coaches, medical, everyone is united and at United you fight."

Over 400 evacuated after fire at Chandigarh's PGIMER hospital; no deaths

Over 400 evacuated after fire at Chandigarh's PGIMER hospital; no deaths

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

An official of the fire and emergency services department said that 11 fire tenders including one each from Panchkula and Mohali were pressed into service to quickly control the blaze.

2-day holiday in Kozhikode following Nipah outbreak

2-day holiday in Kozhikode following Nipah outbreak

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

A 24-hour control room was set up in the neighbouring district of Wayanad following the Nipah outbreak in Kozhikode

'Sometimes Sanjay Sir Would Be On Fire'

'Sometimes Sanjay Sir Would Be On Fire'

Rediff.com3 May 2024

'Before every scene, Sanjay Leela Bhansali would play two or three songs over and over again, especially when Sharmin and I would shoot, because it invoked his emotion. One of the songs was from The Last Samurai. Everything is in rhythm for him. If he doesn't have that rhythm in place, then something is off.'

Kohli Wins First Best Fielder Medal!

Kohli Wins First Best Fielder Medal!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

'It's just not about one catch or one piece of fielding. Overall, I'd like to think intensity, backing up... not only doing your job but also making sure that you encourage and keep the right fielders at the right place. So, this one goes to Virat.'

No One Hears A Woman's Silent Screams

No One Hears A Woman's Silent Screams

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

The most common abuse happens in marriages in the confines of one's own home. Be it raising a hand on one's spouse without the slightest provocation, or abusing them without their consent, notes Aarti David.

India temporarily shifts embassy from Khartoum to Port Sudan

India temporarily shifts embassy from Khartoum to Port Sudan

Rediff.com2 May 2023

India has decided to temporarily relocate its embassy from the violence-hit Sudanese capital city of Khartoum to Port Sudan in view of the prevailing security situation in the African country.

SEE: Defence college collapses as rain lashes U'khand

SEE: Defence college collapses as rain lashes U'khand

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

In Chamoli district, a flood-like situation has developed along the banks of a dozen rivers, including Alaknanda and its tributaries Pindar, Nandakini and Birhi.

'She was India's Daughter and India's Pride'

'She was India's Daughter and India's Pride'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Savita Kanswal, 26, was posthumously awarded the highest adventure award at Rashtrapati Bhavan this month. She died heroically, as she had lived, doing what no woman had done before her.

Tennis should have banned Russian, Belarusian players: Swiatek

Tennis should have banned Russian, Belarusian players: Swiatek

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Tennis missed an opportunity to send a strong message to Moscow by failing to impose a blanket ban on players from Russia and its ally Belarus after the invasion of Ukraine, World No 1 Iga Swiatek said.

PBKS Vs RR: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

PBKS Vs RR: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

On a pitch that was difficult to score big runs, Punjab scored a par total of 147 for 8. Rajasthan scripted a late win thanks to Shimron Hetmyer's 10-ball 27.

Natural optimism was Stokes's antidote for Ashes pressure

Natural optimism was Stokes's antidote for Ashes pressure

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

'There have been a lot of 6:30 wake-ups on day four and day five when my alarm has been set for 8:15.'

What Obama said on Al-Qaeda chief Zawahiri's killing

What Obama said on Al-Qaeda chief Zawahiri's killing

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

'Tonight's news is also proof that it's possible to root out terrorism without being at war in Afghanistan'

2023's Best Performers On OTT

2023's Best Performers On OTT

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

While some of them, like Sushmita Sen (Aarya 3) and Kajol (Lust Stories 2) disappointed Subhash K Jha, he picks his favourite performances from the world of OTT.

'I am not thinking about the Olympics as the situation is so bad in our country'

'I am not thinking about the Olympics as the situation is so bad in our country'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

'When the Olympics were postponed last year there were talks of the virus situation improving, but we are going from bad to worst.'

How Australia's physio got maximum from 'dead' Maxi...

How Australia's physio got maximum from 'dead' Maxi...

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Australia's physiotherapist Nick Jones's advise got a "dead man" stand on his feet. The result was an epic World Cup knock that will be talked about for a long time to come.

Blast near Israel embassy rocks Delhi, none hurt; letter recovered

Blast near Israel embassy rocks Delhi, none hurt; letter recovered

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

According to Delhi Fire Services officials, they received a call about the blast at 5:45 pm and it was transferred from the Delhi Police PCR (police control room).

Here's what India did better than the Proteas at Eden Gardens

Here's what India did better than the Proteas at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

India have now won an unprecedented eight matches in a row in the World Cup, but Rohit did not give in to hyperboles.

Drug kingpin held in Himachal over death of NIT student

Drug kingpin held in Himachal over death of NIT student

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

The SP said Chopra is the kingpin of drugs in Hamirpur and added that this is the seventh case registered against him under the NDPS Act.

How To Prevent Terror On The High Seas

How To Prevent Terror On The High Seas

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

The world needs to wake up to this new dimension of war at sea and be prepared to face the 'unknown enemy' who have the advantage of attacking at their choice of location and time, cautions Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

What Reforms Can We Expect, Modiji?

What Reforms Can We Expect, Modiji?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Assuming we still have a Modi-led majority government after May 2024, there is no guarantee that reforms will move at anything more than a snail's pace, though we must be thankful even for that, notes R Jagannathan.

Hamas tries to enter Israel via sea, several terrorists killed

Hamas tries to enter Israel via sea, several terrorists killed

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Israeli Navy forces intercepted and thwarted an attempted infiltration by a group of Hamas terrorists from the Gaza Strip into Israel via the sea on Tuesday evening, The Times of Israel reported.

Flood situation worsens in Bihar; death toll climbs to 36

Flood situation worsens in Bihar; death toll climbs to 36

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

The flood situation on Sunday worsened in Bihar where two more people lost their lives taking the death toll to 36, while flood waters entered fresh areas, pushing up the number of affected districts to 17.

Delhi air not ideal, but we have to play: Bangladesh coach

Delhi air not ideal, but we have to play: Bangladesh coach

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

The ICC says it is monitoring the air quality in smog-shrouded New Delhi ahead of the World Cup match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka on Monday.

Pausing interest rate hike not in my hands: RBI Guv

Pausing interest rate hike not in my hands: RBI Guv

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Wednesday said the decision to tweak policy rates was not in his hand as he himself is driven by the situation on the ground. In April, the Reserve Bank in a surprise move hit the pause button and decided to keep the key benchmark policy rate at 6.5 per cent. Prior to it, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was on a rate hiking spree, raising the repo rate by 250 basis points since May 2022.

Is New Delhi G20 declaration a climbdown on Russia's Ukraine invasion?

Is New Delhi G20 declaration a climbdown on Russia's Ukraine invasion?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

The New Delhi G20 Declaration refers only to the "war in Ukraine" and noted with "deep concern the immense human suffering and the adverse impact of wars and conflicts around the world."

'Indians don't want to leave Israel'

'Indians don't want to leave Israel'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'If this had happened anywhere else, Indians would have been desperate to leave. But not in Israel.'

Ram Teri Ganga Maili

Ram Teri Ganga Maili

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Six decades and more later, we are now captives of our identities. Every poll is based on elaborate calculations of electability of candidates on the basis of their castes and other narrow definers. That, along with voter promiscuity, is what defines our political culture, which remains stubbornly resistant to any change, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

Situation is intense, tough to watch: Kohli on coronavirus crisis

Situation is intense, tough to watch: Kohli on coronavirus crisis

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

Kohli joined England batsman Kevin Pietersen in an Instagram Live video session where both the cricketers commented on the prevailing situation.

Interfaith couple attack: 7 booked after woman alleges gang rape

Interfaith couple attack: 7 booked after woman alleges gang rape

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Seven men who allegedly barged into a hotel room and attacked an interfaith couple during their stay in Haveri district of Karnatka have been charged with gangrape after the victim complained that she was sexually assaulted by them, the police said on Friday.