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Bank of America hit by graft charge on India stock deals

Bank of America hit by graft charge on India stock deals

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Bank of America has been hit by a whistleblower complaint that its officials in Asia had shared "non-public information" with investors "before the bank sold hundreds of millions of dollars of stock", reports the Wall Street Journal.

AAP locks horns with EC over party's LS poll campaign song

AAP locks horns with EC over party's LS poll campaign song

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

The over two-minute campaign song, penned and sung by AAP MLA Dilip Pandey, was released at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Thursday.

Historic shift: New criminal laws to replace British-era laws on July 1

Historic shift: New criminal laws to replace British-era laws on July 1

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who piloted the laws, said the new laws would give priority to providing justice, unlike the British-era laws that gave primacy to penal action.

Modi 3.0's Plans For Ayushman Bharat

Modi 3.0's Plans For Ayushman Bharat

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

The Centre is considering a proposal on increasing coverage under the Ayushman Bharat scheme to Rs 10 lakh from the current Rs 5 lakh.

Wrestling restarts, elections get fair, wrestlers get a voice

Wrestling restarts, elections get fair, wrestlers get a voice

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

The WFI will resume national camp from March 27, after after almost 16 months with Sonepat and Gandhinagar in Gujarat to be the likely venues for men and women respectively.

Maliwal case: Delhi Police to scrutinise CCTV footage at CM's House

Maliwal case: Delhi Police to scrutinise CCTV footage at CM's House

Rediff.com17 May 2024

The Delhi Police has written to the company that has installed CCTVs at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's place to take footage of the incident in which party MP Swati Maliwal was allegedly assaulted at the Chief Minister's house, sources said.

Lesbianism as sexual offence back in NMC curriculum

Lesbianism as sexual offence back in NMC curriculum

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

The National Medical Commission has reintroduced 'sodomy and lesbianism' as unnatural sexual offences in the forensic medicine and toxicology curriculum for undergraduate medical students.

How year's most extravagant wedding was made secure

How year's most extravagant wedding was made secure

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Three different invitations were sent out for the wedding and the receptions with top-run guests being sent a large red box that contained an intricate chest incorporating a mini silver temple featuring gold idols of various Hindu deities, including Lord Ganesh, Radha-Krishna, and Goddess Durga.

Crypto Scams! How To Keep Your Assets Safe

Crypto Scams! How To Keep Your Assets Safe

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

A single security lapse could lead to complete wipe out of your crypto assets in seconds, with no recovery in sight, warns Nikhil Sethi.

EC summons Andhra chief secy, DGP over poll violence

EC summons Andhra chief secy, DGP over poll violence

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Taking cognisance of post-poll violence in Andhra Pradesh, the Election Commission of India has summoned the state's chief secretary and the Director General of Police (DGP) on Thursday to 'personally explain' the administration's failure to contain the incidents, sources said.

Make Tax Officials Accountable!

Make Tax Officials Accountable!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

'Tax officials view most taxpayers as evaders.' 'The I-T department has a perverse incentive to raise unreasonable demands since the one-fifth tax collected counts towards officials' collection targets,' observes Harsh Roongta.

Some Qatar hotels won't accept same-sex couples despite FIFA promises

Some Qatar hotels won't accept same-sex couples despite FIFA promises

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Homosexuality is illegal in Qatar

Army men beat up 4 policemen in Kashmir; FIR lodged

Army men beat up 4 policemen in Kashmir; FIR lodged

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Four policemen were injured after they were allegedly beaten up by army personnel in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Wednesday.

Ratan Tata, As I Knew Him

Ratan Tata, As I Knew Him

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Ratan was extremely ethical in his dealings, which he brought to bear on the business house which he helmed, remembers Sailesh Kottary.

Long-pending four labour codes may go live by June-end

Long-pending four labour codes may go live by June-end

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Their implementation is expected to create investment owing to improving ease of doing business as well as initiating pro-worker measures.

Olympics Hockey: India's Rohidas gets one-match ban; will miss semis

Olympics Hockey: India's Rohidas gets one-match ban; will miss semis

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

India will have only 15 players available for the semi-final against Germany, which is a big set back for the eight-time Olympic champions.

'Grubby, Murky Deal Is Already Underway'

'Grubby, Murky Deal Is Already Underway'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

'In the end, officials in India will be thrown to the wolves, quietly released a couple of years down the road and we'll never hear about them again.'

Will govt cut petrol, diesel prices before Maha election?

Will govt cut petrol, diesel prices before Maha election?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

International oil prices continue to be extremely volatile, falling on one day and rising thereafter, a top oil ministry official said explaining the reason behind no reduction in petrol and diesel prices despite softening in input cost, but could not say if the rates will be cut before Maharashtra elections. Global oil benchmark Brent crude futures fell below $70 per barrel last week -- the first time since December 2021 -- but gained thereafter. Brent was trading at $74.58 per barrel on Thursday while West Texas Intermediate advanced to trade at $71.71.

TMC lodges complaint with EC against Bengal guv

TMC lodges complaint with EC against Bengal guv

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

The Election Commission has advised the West Bengal Governor to call off his proposed tour of Cooch Behar on the eve of the Lok Sabha polls' first phase as it was violative of the Model Code of Conduct, sources said on Wednesday.

'I Failed NEET Twice. Should I Reappear?'

'I Failed NEET Twice. Should I Reappear?'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, prepares aspirants for competitive exams such as MHT-CET, IIT-JEE and NEET-UG.

Delhi bookies give 340 seats to NDA, 200 to INDIA

Delhi bookies give 340 seats to NDA, 200 to INDIA

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

In line with most of the exit poll predictions, bookies in Delhi feel the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will get more than 340 seats in the Lok Sabha polls while the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) may secure around 200 seats.

INDIA leaders to meet EC tomorrow seeking release of voter turnout figures

INDIA leaders to meet EC tomorrow seeking release of voter turnout figures

Rediff.com8 May 2024

The leaders will also raise the issue of alleged "use of religious symbols" by the Bharatiya Janata Party in their campaign, they said.

Zero FIR, online complaints: New criminal laws ready for rollout on July 1

Zero FIR, online complaints: New criminal laws ready for rollout on July 1

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 mark a significant step towards empowering Indian citizens and aim to create a more accessible, supportive and efficient justice system for everyone, official sources said.

Non-bailable warrant issued against ex-CM Yediyurappa in POCSO case

Non-bailable warrant issued against ex-CM Yediyurappa in POCSO case

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

The crime investigation department, probing the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act case against Yediyurappa, had earlier summoned him for questioning.

Gig workers Bill: Unease among startups

Gig workers Bill: Unease among startups

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

A group comprising top tech startups and unicorns has raised several "serious concerns" over a platform-based gig workers Bill proposed by the Karnataka government, saying it would hurt the ease of doing business. They told the state government the Bill in its current form would hamper operations and increase regulatory and compliance burden on the nascent gig and startup economy, according to sources.

WFI decides to function at 'no cost to government' model if suspension is not lifted

WFI decides to function at 'no cost to government' model if suspension is not lifted

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Friday decided at its Special General Meeting (SGM) that it will start functioning at 'no cost to the government' model if its request to lift the suspension is not considered by the Sports Ministry.

CBI registers FIR into UGC-NET paper leak case

CBI registers FIR into UGC-NET paper leak case

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

The UGC-NET, 2024, exam for the selection of junior research fellows, assistant professors and PhD scholars was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on June 18 in two shifts across the country.

56-inch chest, connection with God history now: Rahul's dig at Modi

56-inch chest, connection with God history now: Rahul's dig at Modi

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

When asked about the Uniform Civil Code, Gandhi said he would comment on it only after he knows what is BJP's proposal.

Maliwal assault case: Cops file 500-page charge sheet

Maliwal assault case: Cops file 500-page charge sheet

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

The Delhi Police on Tuesday filed its 500-odd page charge sheet against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar in a case of alleged assault against Aam Aadmi Party MP Swati Maliwal.

How's The Josh At Amazon, Flipkart?

How's The Josh At Amazon, Flipkart?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

While war rooms are set up closer to the sales, warlike preparations go into it almost 12 months in advance to ensure that on D-day the firm gives its best to its customers.

New laws most modern, justice in 3 years of registering FIR: Amit Shah

New laws most modern, justice in 3 years of registering FIR: Amit Shah

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Shah said the new laws would give priority to providing justice, unlike the colonial-era laws that gave primacy to penal action, and made reporting of crimes even easier by recognising e-FIR, Zero FIR and electronic or digital evidence.

Wimbledon relaxes dress code for women players

Wimbledon relaxes dress code for women players

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

"It is our hope that this rule adjustment will help players focus purely on their performance by relieving a potential source of anxiety."

Cong issues QR-coded cards to delegates for party prez poll

Cong issues QR-coded cards to delegates for party prez poll

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

The notification for the Congress president's election will be out on September 22 by when all the PCC delegates will be finalised and electoral roll published and the election, if required, will be held on October 17.

ED to probe Fema breach in Paytm bank case

ED to probe Fema breach in Paytm bank case

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has launched a preliminary investigation or a pre-open inquiry into alleged violations related to the Foreign Exchange Management Act (Fema) in the Paytm Payments Bank case, according to sources in the know. The probe follows serious concerns raised by the Reserve Bank of India on multiple violations by the Paytm bank, which is a joint venture between One97 Communications, which is the parent company of Paytm, and the group's founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma.

ED files case against YouTuber Elvish Yadav over snake venom use

ED files case against YouTuber Elvish Yadav over snake venom use

Rediff.com4 May 2024

The central agency has pressed charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act after taking cognisance of a FIR and charge sheet filed by the Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida) district police in Uttar Pradesh last month against him and other linked to him.

Why Google took down TikTok clone Mitron

Why Google took down TikTok clone Mitron

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

Mitron probably would have continued with the free run for quite some time, had it not come to light that the source code of the app was actually developed by a Pakistani developer, reports Neha Alawadhi.

Police Get More Powers Under New Laws

Police Get More Powers Under New Laws

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Lawyers have pointed out that the new laws increase police powers by extending the maximum limit of police custody from 15 days to 60 days or 90 days.

Shah's doctored video: 12 more summoned; AAP, Cong men held in Gujarat

Shah's doctored video: 12 more summoned; AAP, Cong men held in Gujarat

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

In total, 17 people, including Telangana Chief Minister and Congress leader Revanth Reddy, have been issued notices to appear before the Delhi police's investigation officer (in connection with the case. Sources, however, said Reddy is "unlikely" to join the probe and may send his representative.

Ban on polygamy, child marriage: U'khand UCC draft

Ban on polygamy, child marriage: U'khand UCC draft

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Sources said the panel has also recommended that boys and girls will have equal inheritance rights, registration of marriages will be made mandatory and the marriageable age for girls would be increased so that they can become graduates before marriage.

Why Did IC-814 Series Mute ISI Role?

Why Did IC-814 Series Mute ISI Role?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Captain Sharan and Flight Engineer Anil Jaggia both confirm that the hijackers seemed to know a lot about flying an aircraft. Without help from the ISI or the Pakistan army, it was impossible, points out Utkarsh Mishra.