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SC to hear Mallya's review plea on transfer of $40 mn to his children

SC to hear Mallya's review plea on transfer of $40 mn to his children

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

A consortium of banks led by SBI had alleged that Mallya concealed the facts and diverted the money to his son Siddharth Mallya and daughters Leanna Mallya and Tanya Mallya in flagrant violation of the orders passed by the Karnataka HC.

'This is the FIGHT that we must fight'

'This is the FIGHT that we must fight'

Rediff.com14 May 2021

Amitabh Bachchan has shared the 'arduous' process of procuring oxygen concentrators and ventilators for donation as he said every individual effort goes a long way in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

Vijay Mallya gets final chance to appear before SC in contempt case

Vijay Mallya gets final chance to appear before SC in contempt case

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

The Supreme Court on Thursday gave a final opportunity to fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya, accused in bank loan default case of over Rs 9,000 crore involving his defunct Kingfisher Airlines, to appear before it personally or through his lawyer in a contempt case where he has been found guilty. The top court said it has given multiple opportunities to Mallya to appear either personally or through a lawyer and had even given specific directions in its last order dated November 30, 2021. A bench of justices U U Lalit, S Ravindra Bhat and P S Narasimha posted the contempt case for further hearing after two weeks, saying that respondent contemnor (Mallya) is at liberty to act as per direction given in order dated November 30 last year, failing which the matter shall be taken to its "logical conclusion".

Etihad CEO on why the airline bought stake in Jet Airways

Etihad CEO on why the airline bought stake in Jet Airways

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Etihad has high hopes from Jet Airways deal in which it bought out majority stake in 2013.

Karnataka schools to resume classes 1-5 from Oct 25 as Covid cases drop

Karnataka schools to resume classes 1-5 from Oct 25 as Covid cases drop

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

With COVID-19 cases declining, Karnataka government on Monday permitted re-opening of schools for students of classes 1 to 5 from October 25 by strictly adhering to precautions and guidelines against the coronavirus.

Why Air Indias' privatisation sailed & BPCL's is dragging on

Why Air Indias' privatisation sailed & BPCL's is dragging on

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

Changing tracks helps. But, not taking the beaten path isn't always helpful. This is the story of two of India's biggest privatisations - Air India and Bharat Petroleum (BPCL). Nearly two decades after the last privatisation, a landmark divestment concluded this year when the loss-making national carrier Air India was sold to the Tatas.

Vande Bharat Phase 2 to bring 30,000 Indians home: Puri

Vande Bharat Phase 2 to bring 30,000 Indians home: Puri

Rediff.com13 May 2020

During the first phase of the Vande Bharat mission, Air India and its subsidiary Air India Express are scheduled to operate a total 64 flights between May 7 and May 14 to bring 14,800 Indians from 12 countries on a payment basis.

'Secret' extradition process on to bring back Mallya: Govt

'Secret' extradition process on to bring back Mallya: Govt

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

The Centre on Monday told the Supreme Court that "secret" extradition process was going on to bring fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya to the country but it was not aware about its status. The Centre also told the top court that it was not a party to the proceedings.

PHOTOS: America prepares for 'Snowmageddon'

PHOTOS: America prepares for 'Snowmageddon'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

A state of emergency has been declared in Washington, DC and five states as 30 inches of snow and high winds may shut down up to a third of the country.

As Covid cases rise again, states impose restrictions

As Covid cases rise again, states impose restrictions

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Here's what some states are doing to get a grip on the situation. Ruchika Chitravanshi & Aneesh Phadnis report

SC judge opts out of hearing Mallya's plea against ED move

SC judge opts out of hearing Mallya's plea against ED move

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Supreme Court judge Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman on Monday recused himself from hearing liquor baron Vijay Mallya's petition against the confiscation of his properties by the Enforcement Directorate.

4 life lessons from Kumar Mangalam Birla

4 life lessons from Kumar Mangalam Birla

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Define your North Star. Experiment in your 20s be adventurous and experiment and use these experiences to build your flywheel and compliment your IQ with EQ.

How India's 5G rollout could compromise the safety of aircraft in flight

How India's 5G rollout could compromise the safety of aircraft in flight

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

The US is set for a geographically limited 5G rollout this Christmas, after a bumper $81 billion spectrum auction earlier this year. Just as the rollout date nears, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has sounded alarm bells over potentially fatal consequences of 5G interference on aircraft. Similar consequences could apply in India, where 5G spectrum auction is scheduled in January 2022, with the rollout beginning later next year (though reports suggest impending delays).

Vistara likely to order over 100 aircraft in expansion bid

Vistara likely to order over 100 aircraft in expansion bid

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

The Delhi-based airline currently has 13 Airbus A320 aircraft in the fleet and it plans to take another seven (A320 Neo) planes by June 2018.

Coronavirus scare: Flyers from China to be screened at 7 airports

Coronavirus scare: Flyers from China to be screened at 7 airports

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

Airlines flying in from any airport in China including Hong Kong have been asked to make in-flight announcements requesting passengers with history of fever and cough and travel to Wuhan city in the past 14 days to self-declare at the port of arrival in order to facilitate early isolation, according to an official statement.

Raja Krishnamoorthi on why so many Indian Americans are running for office

Raja Krishnamoorthi on why so many Indian Americans are running for office

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

With an increasing number of people from the Indian-American community playing a significant role in US elections, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi said there is a realisation among them that "if you don't have a seat at the table, you're on the menu -- that is why they are voting and running for office in large numbers".

Kingfisher seeks basis of wilful defaulter tag from UCO Bank

Kingfisher seeks basis of wilful defaulter tag from UCO Bank

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Grounded Kingfisher Airlines has written to UCO Bank wanting to know the basis of attaching the 'wilful defaulter' tag on the carrier.

'Infections are going to skyrocket'

'Infections are going to skyrocket'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

'And they are going to be milder because we are dealing with the vaccinated and are much richer in terms of the immune response in the population.'

IndiGo places $20-bn order for CFM engines

IndiGo places $20-bn order for CFM engines

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

With this, the biggest buyer of Airbus SE A320neo planes seems to be moving away from Pratt & Whitney engines, which have been experiencing glitches. CFM International will deliver the first engine by 2020.

Cannot set timeline for Mallya's extradition: UK envoy

Cannot set timeline for Mallya's extradition: UK envoy

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

The high court verdict in April upheld the 2018 ruling by Chief Magistrate Emma Arbuthnot at the end of a year-long extradition trial that the former Kingfisher Airlines boss had a "case to answer" in the Indian courts.

10 thoughts about India's economy for the coming year

10 thoughts about India's economy for the coming year

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

India has just had one of the worst quarters in export earnings.

UK eases travel restrictions for India

UK eases travel restrictions for India

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

This means fully vaccinated Indian passengers will no longer be subjected to a compulsory 10-day hotel quarantine on their arrival in Britain.

Jet Airways' finances hit air pocket; pilots reject pay cut plan

Jet Airways' finances hit air pocket; pilots reject pay cut plan

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

Jet Airways -- which has been flying for 25 years - on Friday described reports that the airline cannot fly beyond 60 days as "incorrect and malicious" as well as denied any talks of stake sale.

Mallya's lavish Kingfisher Villa to go under the hammer for Rs 85 crore

Mallya's lavish Kingfisher Villa to go under the hammer for Rs 85 crore

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

The Villa, owned by United Breweries Holding, was mortgaged by KFA to SBI-led 17-bank consortium to obtain loans in 2010

ED summons Praful Patel in UPA-era aviation scam

ED summons Praful Patel in UPA-era aviation scam

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

The NCP leader said that he will be happy to cooperate with the ED so that the agency understands the "complexities" of the aviation sector.

Corporate lobbyist Deepak Talwar has links with Mallya, says ED

Corporate lobbyist Deepak Talwar has links with Mallya, says ED

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

ED has submitted a chart of total $60.54 million received by the firms directly or indirectly owned by Talwar between April 23, 2008 to February 6, 2009.

More trouble for Mallya as UB declared wilful defaulter

More trouble for Mallya as UB declared wilful defaulter

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

In fresh trouble for liquor baron Vijay Mallya, United Bank of India has identified United Breweries Holdings, the guarantor of grounded airline Kingfisher, as wilful defaulter.

How Naresh Goyal's mistakes clipped Jet's wings

How Naresh Goyal's mistakes clipped Jet's wings

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

Unless Naresh Goyal pulls the proverbial rabbit out of his hat or reveals an unexpected ace of spades, the airline he built from scratch - many refer to it as "his baby" - may slip out of his grasp, says Anjuli Bhargava.

'They should have asked students to get out of Ukraine weeks ago'

'They should have asked students to get out of Ukraine weeks ago'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

'An ambassador may not be sure whether there would be a war next month, but prudence requires him to take action to see to it that people leave early.' 'Because once the war starts, it will be very difficult to move out.'

Ex-Kingfisher CFO sent to prison for 18 months

Ex-Kingfisher CFO sent to prison for 18 months

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

A total of 17 cases have been filed against Kingfisher Airlines in different courts over outstanding amount of Rs 22.5 crore, which it owes to GMR

Legal process has to be followed, can't shortcut that: UK on Mallya extradition

Legal process has to be followed, can't shortcut that: UK on Mallya extradition

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Noting the urgency and desire on the part of India to extradite people accused of corruption, the UK on Friday said a "legal process" is on in Vijay Mallya's matter and it has to be followed through as there cannot be any shortcut. In May last year, the fugitive businessman lost his appeals in the British Supreme Court against his extradition to India to face money laundering and fraud charges. Asked when can Mallya be extradited to India and if some kind of legal issue is still pending in the matter, new British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis, without pointing to any particular case, said he recognises the urgency, importance and the desire to get back people who are accused of corruption to India.

Air France pilot unions call for strike during Euro 2016

Air France pilot unions call for strike during Euro 2016

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

Air France's pilot unions have called on members to strike during the first week of the Euro 2016 soccer championship in a protest over pay.

US suspends travel from Europe for 30 days amid coronavirus scare

US suspends travel from Europe for 30 days amid coronavirus scare

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

The president said the European Union has "failed to take the same precautions" as his administration had implemented to contain the coronavirus outbreak.

Former India footballer Manitombi dies at 39

Former India footballer Manitombi dies at 39

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Former India and Mohun Bagan footballer Manitombi Singh died aged only 39 at his native village near Imphal in Manipur on Sunday. Manitombi was suffering from a prolonged illness and breathed his last in the early hours of Sunday.

No coronavirus lockdown for aerospace, defence firms

No coronavirus lockdown for aerospace, defence firms

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

'For Indian firms supplying global majors, coronavirus is both a threat and an opportunity.'

What SpiceJet is doing to arrest loss

What SpiceJet is doing to arrest loss

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Over the past six months, the airline's fleet has shrunk from 58 aircraft to 48 planes with the carrier returning 10 Boeing 737s to lessors.

All-women AI crew successfully lands in Bengaluru

All-women AI crew successfully lands in Bengaluru

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

As AI-176 landed at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru and the crew members walked to the lounge, a huge crowd of people gave a rousing reception for scripting history with the about 17-hour journey, the longest flight by the national carrier or any other airline in the country.

India-UK flights to remain suspended till Jan 7: Puri

India-UK flights to remain suspended till Jan 7: Puri

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The civil aviation ministry had last week suspended all flights between the European country and India from December 23 to December 31 as a mutated variant of the coronavirus was detected there.

IndiGo pilots up in arms over 'foreign hands'

IndiGo pilots up in arms over 'foreign hands'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

The IAF pilots, who are middle-aged, are willing to fly any number of hours, as they are keen to make quick money before they retire

Iran admits 'unintentionally' shooting down Ukraine plane

Iran admits 'unintentionally' shooting down Ukraine plane

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Iran's president Hassan Rouhani offered his apologies and condolences.