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PIX: T20 World champions arrive to rousing reception

PIX: T20 World champions arrive to rousing reception

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Rohit Sharma's triumphant team will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 11 am at his residence before flying to Mumbai, where a road show and felicitation function is scheduled at the Wankhede stadium.

Jayalalithaa not getting VIP treatment: Jail official

Jayalalithaa not getting VIP treatment: Jail official

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam supremo Jayalalithaa is not getting VIP treatment, but being looked after as any other ordinary prisoner at the Parapanna Agrahara Central prison where she is lodged after conviction in the disproportionate assets case, according to a top jail official.

SIP or VIP! How to decide?

SIP or VIP! How to decide?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Literally new to the market, VIP is available only with Benchmark MF.

Ban on VIP entry in Uttarakhand. Rahul, an exception?

Ban on VIP entry in Uttarakhand. Rahul, an exception?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on Tuesday said that he had asked the Uttarakhand government not to allow any VIP to land in the flood ravaged areas in the state to pre-empt any disturbance to relief work.

IAF planning to get more Embraer jets for ferrying VIPs

IAF planning to get more Embraer jets for ferrying VIPs

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

The Indian Air Force is planning to procure more Embraer business jets for its Delhi-based communication Squadron for ferrying VIPs.

'This fight is not just for Bengal, but for entire country'

'This fight is not just for Bengal, but for entire country'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

'I've come here as a commoner. Justice is needed to ensure that this incident is never repeated.'

VIPs' free ride on toll roads may end

VIPs' free ride on toll roads may end

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

Free rides on toll roads for the country's VIPs might soon be over. The government is coming up with a new toll policy which might prune the long exemption list of VIPs who do not have to pay toll on national highways.

Are special perks for VIPs in India justified?

Are special perks for VIPs in India justified?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

The race for VIP perks has pernicious consequences and is undermining the elite's authority.

10 Times Arvind Kejriwal Made Headlines

10 Times Arvind Kejriwal Made Headlines

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

From the time he first rose to prominence during the movement against the then UPA government, Arvind Kejriwal has regularly grabbed headlines for his surprise moves and decisions. Here are 10 such instances.

No entry for VIPs to Parliament unless endorsed by MPs

No entry for VIPs to Parliament unless endorsed by MPs

Rediff.com20 Nov 2011

Visitors will be issued entry passes only if an MP fills up the prescribed certificate and affirms that the VIP is known to him/her personally.

VIP's 4 years of share disclosure error

VIP's 4 years of share disclosure error

Rediff.com30 Aug 2011

Promoters say they mistakenly under-reported their stake at 7% lower than what it actually was.

High-level meeting reviews VIPs' security

High-level meeting reviews VIPs' security

Rediff.com22 Dec 2006

Amidst heightened security threat to VIPs, including Congress president Sonia Gandhi, a high-level meeting was held on Friday to review their security.

DIG Roopa: The tough cop taking on VIP culture

DIG Roopa: The tough cop taking on VIP culture

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

From leading the team that arrested Uma Bharti to exposing V K Sasikala's privileges in prison, the 42-year-old IPS officer is not scared of anything.

Mamata ignored advice, say cops; I'm not VIP, she retorts

Mamata ignored advice, say cops; I'm not VIP, she retorts

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

A controversy broke out on Wednesday over whether or not West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who was gheraoed by Left activists on Tuesday, ignored an advice to enter the Planning Commission building through the VIP gate.

Taliban abducting VIPs to raise terror fund

Taliban abducting VIPs to raise terror fund

Rediff.com11 Oct 2010

The Taliban in northwest Pakistan have changed their strategy and adopted a new approach of target killings and kidnapping for ransom with a psychiatrist teaching youngsters brainwashed by militants. Among the latest victims of this conspiracy is a relative of a senior Pakistani politician.

CRPF red flags MHA on Ambani's VIP security

CRPF red flags MHA on Ambani's VIP security

Rediff.com19 May 2013

The Central Reserve Police Force, which recently took over the duties of guarding RIL chairman Mukesh Ambani, has raised concerns in ensuring a 'fool proof' Z category security to the business tycoon in the absence of local logistical support to its squad.

'8049 cops, Rs 341 cr spent on VIP security in Delhi'

'8049 cops, Rs 341 cr spent on VIP security in Delhi'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

Delhi government Thursday told the Supreme Court that 8049 police personnel are deployed for giving protection to VIPs in the national capital at a cost of Rs 341 crore to the exchequer annually.

V.I.P, Samsonite to foray into handbags for women

V.I.P, Samsonite to foray into handbags for women

Rediff.com6 Jan 2011

The Rs 1,500-crore (Rs 15 billion) ladies handbag market will see some major action this year, with luggage makers V.I.P and Samsonite contemplating entry soon.

VIP 2 review: Dhanush-Kajol spar in a shrill, silly film!

VIP 2 review: Dhanush-Kajol spar in a shrill, silly film!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

'What could have been a crafty take on power play and gender politics between architect and engineer dumbs down into a cliched bickering of elite and everyman,' says Sukanya Verma.

Which Companies Has Amit Shah Invested In?

Which Companies Has Amit Shah Invested In?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Amit A Shah holds a stake in 180 listed entities, according to data disclosed in his election affidavit.

Newly-appointed Puducherry LG Kiran Bedi bans sirens of VIP cars

Newly-appointed Puducherry LG Kiran Bedi bans sirens of VIP cars

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

The ban order has been issued by Puducherry Lt Governor Kiren Bedi, a retired Indian Police Service officer.

Tihar jail superintendent suspended over VIP treatment to AAP minister Jain

Tihar jail superintendent suspended over VIP treatment to AAP minister Jain

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Last week, the Enforcement Directorate claimed in a court here that Jain was getting special treatment inside the Tihar Jail.

Pak Taliban's hit list includes 70 VIPs

Pak Taliban's hit list includes 70 VIPs

Rediff.com13 Jan 2010

Almost 70 Pakistani VIPs, including the current and former chief ministers of North West Frontier Province, leaders of political parties, senior police officials and heads of paramilitary forces, are on the hit list of the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, it has emerged.

Supply to VIPs too will be cut if city faces water shortage: Kejriwal

Supply to VIPs too will be cut if city faces water shortage: Kejriwal

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has issued direction to cut supply to even VIPs barring the PM, the President and the diplomatic missions if there was shortage of water in Delhi.

Jaishankar's security upped to Z category, CRPF to guard minister

Jaishankar's security upped to Z category, CRPF to guard minister

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

The security cover of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has been upgraded from the 'Y' category to 'Z', official sources said on Thursday.

VVIP inmates must be kept with 'great caution' in Tihar: Delhi ex-chief cop

VVIP inmates must be kept with 'great caution' in Tihar: Delhi ex-chief cop

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Several high-profile people, including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, his former cabinet ministers Satyendar Jain and Manish Sisodia, are lodged in Tihar jail.

Ram temple darshan timings extended amid huge rush

Ram temple darshan timings extended amid huge rush

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

The extended timing to offer prayers at the new Ram temple in Ayodhya came into effect on Thursday with 'darshan' being allowed from 6 am as key roads leading to the temple town remained closed to regulate vehicular movement.

Bengal CID confirms Bangladeshi MP's murder but yet to recover body

Bengal CID confirms Bangladeshi MP's murder but yet to recover body

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Stating that the police had "reliable inputs" that Anwar "may have been murdered", Akhilesh Chaturvedi, IG, CID, said that the police were yet to recover the victim's body.

No VIP culture: Punjab bans red beacons, foreign travel for ministers

No VIP culture: Punjab bans red beacons, foreign travel for ministers

Rediff.com19 Mar 2017

The red beacons were removed from the vehicles of the chief minister and other members of the council of ministers. Additionally, a ban on the foreign travel of ministers for two years and organising of banquets on state expense has been imposed.

Bihar spends Rs 141.95 crore for VIP security!

Bihar spends Rs 141.95 crore for VIP security!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

In data placed before the apex court on the basis of the state government's affidavit, it was pointed out that out of these persons, the number of people currently facing criminal charges is 70 who include businessmen, MLAs and ex-MLAs.

1 dead, 17 injured as stage collapses at Delhi's Kalkaji temple

1 dead, 17 injured as stage collapses at Delhi's Kalkaji temple

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Around 12.30 am, the elevated platform collapsed as it could not bear the weight of the people sitting on it and fell on those seated below, the DCP said.

Will Salman Move Out Of Galaxy Apartments?

Will Salman Move Out Of Galaxy Apartments?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'Salman would do anything to protect his family. He will do what it takes. Even if it means moving out of his home in Bandra, which he has vowed never to leave.'

ICC Cricket World Cup: Ahmedabad airport sees surge in chartered flights

ICC Cricket World Cup: Ahmedabad airport sees surge in chartered flights

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Ahmedabad airport recorded thrice the number of private chartered/VIP flights in the build-up to the final of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup as compared to the average four-day period. The airport, which usually operates around 64 chartered flights in a span of four days, is set to handle 205 such flights between November 17 and 20, as celebrities and other VIPs descended to watch the India-Australia match.

3,300 CISF jawans to replace CRPF in Parliament security starting Monday

3,300 CISF jawans to replace CRPF in Parliament security starting Monday

Rediff.com19 May 2024

The parliament duty group of the CRPF wound up its entire administrative and operational paraphernalia -- vehicles, weapons and commandos -- from the complex on Friday and its commander, a deputy inspector general-rank officer, handed over all the security points in the complex to the incoming CISF group, the sources said.

Refrain from...: Govt to media, social media on Ram temple event

Refrain from...: Govt to media, social media on Ram temple event

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Many people have received fake messages related to VIP invitations, donation drives and prasaad of the mega event.

Spanish prosecutor seeks nine-year jail term for Alves in sexual assault case

Spanish prosecutor seeks nine-year jail term for Alves in sexual assault case

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

A Spanish prosecutor is seeking a prison term of nine years for former Barcelona and Brazil soccer player Dani Alves who is due to stand trial on charges of sexual assault against a woman.

NSG commandos conducts security drills ahead of I-Day celebrations, G20 meet

NSG commandos conducts security drills ahead of I-Day celebrations, G20 meet

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

A contingent of about 500 commandos, snipers and VIP security personnel drawn from various Central Armed Police Forces have been stationed in Delhi.

Why BJP Lost Faizabad, Home To Ayodhya

Why BJP Lost Faizabad, Home To Ayodhya

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'The Constitution of India defeated the BJP.'

No free pass to celebrities, VIPs at US airports

No free pass to celebrities, VIPs at US airports

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Against the backdrop of Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan's detention at a New York airport, the United States has ruled out any special screening for VIPs and celebrities unless they have diplomatic exemption, but said it is in talks with several countries to facilitate hassle-free immigration procedures.