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Just started investing in stocks? Here's some advice

Just started investing in stocks? Here's some advice

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Feel lucky to have shaken hands with PM, say happy kids @ I-Day event

Feel lucky to have shaken hands with PM, say happy kids @ I-Day event

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

Modi broke away from the Special Protection Group security cover to meet a group of school children.

In Pics: The world's most expensive shoes

In Pics: The world's most expensive shoes

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

It is ready for launch in Dubai.

PHOTO! Lalit Modi hangs out with Manchester United's Patrice Evra

PHOTO! Lalit Modi hangs out with Manchester United's Patrice Evra

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Lalit Modi was a special invitee of Manchester United veteran Patrice Evra in the team box on the evening of United's League Cup triumph over Liverpool.

New Parl building to be ready by Oct 2022, construction to begin in Dec

New Parl building to be ready by Oct 2022, construction to begin in Dec

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Officials also said that sufficient steps have been taken to control air and noise pollution during the construction work for the new parliament building, which will have separate offices for all MPs and those will be equipped with the latest digital interfaces as a step towards creating 'paperless offices'.

BJP bags 41 of 90 'minority-concentration' seats

BJP bags 41 of 90 'minority-concentration' seats

Rediff.com29 May 2019

The Congress's share has almost halved, down from 12 in 2014 to six now.

Copter scam puts defence agents back in spotlight

Copter scam puts defence agents back in spotlight

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

With the latest AgustaWestland helicopter import scandal, it is time to re-examine the role of the ubiquitous but ostensibly banned defence agents, middlemen, intermediaries, brokers, consultants, weapon merchants or reps as they are variously known, says Rahul Bedi

'Govt should not have allowed pilgrims in Kedarnath, Badrinath'

'Govt should not have allowed pilgrims in Kedarnath, Badrinath'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

Having returned from a visit to the flood-hit areas in Uttarakhand, the state's former chief minister B C Khanduri tells Shishir Prashant that Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi's visit to the state in the light of restrictions made earlier by the home ministry on VIP movements in the affected areas, was a 'totally childish activity'

Wimbledon: Will Murray stamp his class in tennis' 'golden era'?

Wimbledon: Will Murray stamp his class in tennis' 'golden era'?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

There will be an unfamiliar whiff of British success in the air at Wimbledon this year when Andy Murray, and thousands of patriotic fans, will try to stop the party-pooping antics of champions Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal.

PIX: Mouni Roy, Karishma Tanna party with Ranbir

PIX: Mouni Roy, Karishma Tanna party with Ranbir

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

A look at the star arrivals.

Punjab cop shot dead on Jalandhar-Phagwara Highway

Punjab cop shot dead on Jalandhar-Phagwara Highway

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

An assistant sub-inspector of Punjab Police was shot dead by unidentified assailants on Jalandhar-Phagwara Highway late on Sunday night.

Politicians queue up for 'Z-plus' security

Politicians queue up for 'Z-plus' security

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

More politicians are getting "Z-plus" security and the new entrants include Union Minister Beni Prasad Verma and Bahujan Samaj Party MP Brajesh Pathak months after the list of VIPs in this category was pruned during P Chidambaram's tenure as home minister.

Airport: Maldives terms takeover a victory, GMR silent

Airport: Maldives terms takeover a victory, GMR silent

Rediff.com9 Dec 2012

Indian firm skips midnight ceremony Maldives terms takeover a victory for its people.

Minister Jayant Sinha swaps first class seats with girl

Minister Jayant Sinha swaps first class seats with girl

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Twitter user, Shreya Pradip, was travelling from Bengaluru to Ranchi on an Indigo flight with her mother. They were given the XL seats with more leg room because her mother could not walk but during a mid-flight halt in Kolkata the duo realised that those seats belonged to Jayant Sinha and his wife.

PIX: New-look Kalinga stadium ready to roll for Hockey World Cup

PIX: New-look Kalinga stadium ready to roll for Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

With an increased seating capacity and re-laid new turf, the Stadium is all set to host the 14th edition of the quadrennial showpiece.

Football: Why Leeds allowed Villa to score unchallenged

Football: Why Leeds allowed Villa to score unchallenged

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa asked his players to allow the visitors to score unchallenged when the game was restarted.

'Proud to have seen a national leader so closely'

'Proud to have seen a national leader so closely'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

Rediff.com reader Sathyhadeep shares his story of meeting former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

Jailed Kerala beedi tycoon makes threatening phone calls from prison

Jailed Kerala beedi tycoon makes threatening phone calls from prison

Rediff.com22 Oct 2016

Beedi tycoon Muhammed Nisham has been convicted for killing a security guard by beating him and ramming his Hummer SUV into him

Cong, RJD against 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai', 'Jai Shri Ram': Modi in Bihar

Cong, RJD against 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai', 'Jai Shri Ram': Modi in Bihar

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Training his guns at the Congress, Modi accused the opposition party of having always made false promises of poverty eradication, farm loan waiver and one rank-one pension for retired servicemen.

Over 500 COVID-19 cases reported in 5 paramilitary forces

Over 500 COVID-19 cases reported in 5 paramilitary forces

Rediff.com9 May 2020

The border guarding force has the maximum confirmed cases of the disease among the Central Armed Police Forces, also known as paramilitary forces.

PIX: Aishwarya, Hema Malini receive Dadasaheb Phalke awards

PIX: Aishwarya, Hema Malini receive Dadasaheb Phalke awards

Rediff.com22 Apr 2017

A look at the arrivals.

DGCA probes snag in Rahul's aircraft, PM speaks to Cong chief

DGCA probes snag in Rahul's aircraft, PM speaks to Cong chief

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu said appropriate action would be taken in case anything is 'found wanting'.

'It's a huge honour winning MasterChef'

'It's a huge honour winning MasterChef'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

MasterChef Australia Season 13 winner Justin Narayan speaks about his Indian roots.

'Bought at 21, now at 49. Hold or sell?'

'Bought at 21, now at 49. Hold or sell?'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Ask Ajit: 'Bought shares at peak; please advice'

Ask Ajit: 'Bought shares at peak; please advice'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Patil shifts to 4 bedroom house in New Delhi

Patil shifts to 4 bedroom house in New Delhi

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

After five years of stay in the 340-room Presidential mansion, Pratibha Patil on Wednesday moved to a four bedroom bungalow here at a high-security area in the heart of the capital.

It's a dog's life in Formula One

It's a dog's life in Formula One

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

A dog's life in Formula One, if your owner is Lewis Hamilton, means a VIP pass to the races and being pampered by the sport's supremo Bernie Ecclestone.

India to issue 3,000 visas to Pakistan cricket fans

India to issue 3,000 visas to Pakistan cricket fans

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

India will issue 3,000 visas to Pakistani fans and an additional 300 visas to VIPs of that country to witness the upcoming Indo-Pak limited over cricket series beginning December 25, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

Argentina, Dutch qualify for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Argentina, Dutch qualify for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Mbappe and Benzema inspire France to 2-0 win against Finland

The Marie Antoinette of Indian politics

The Marie Antoinette of Indian politics

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'Everybody knows that any solution would upstage and expose official bungling.' 'That is something Mrs Sitharaman's masters will not allow.' 'No matter how high the cost in human misery, they will squander a fortune on the unnecessary Central Vista extravaganza,' notes Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Grenade found in Manipur secretariat complex

Grenade found in Manipur secretariat complex

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

A powerful grenade suspected to have been thrown by terrorists was on Wednesday found in the compound of the heavily guarded Manipur secretariat, official sources said.

IAF stands by pilot's decision not to fly Rahul Gandhi

IAF stands by pilot's decision not to fly Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

The Indian Air Force on Wednesday said the refusal by its pilot to fly Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi from Kokrajhar to Guwahati in Assam was because of safety reasons and it strongly stands by the decision of its officer.

One Day: Justice Delivered Review: 0 Thrills

One Day: Justice Delivered Review: 0 Thrills

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

Slipshod direction and listless story produce a superfluous drama about how a judge turns into a murderer, notes Prasanna D Zore.

From Kabaali to Baahubali, why brands love blockbusters

From Kabaali to Baahubali, why brands love blockbusters

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

More than the revenue component, the movies gain hugely in terms of visibility and reach, reports T E Narasimhan.

Non-Hindus at Tirumala will have to declare their faith

Non-Hindus at Tirumala will have to declare their faith

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

Pilgrims belonging to faiths other than Hinduism will have to submit a declaration form from August 13 before entering the Tirumala shrine near Tirupati stating that they have faith in the presiding deity, Lord Venkateswara

Has Ronaldo found new love in this Italian super model?

Has Ronaldo found new love in this Italian super model?

Rediff.com27 May 2015

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly found new love in Alessia Tedeschi, after former girlfriend Irina Shayk dumped him ending their five year relationship.

UK PM lives in a truly Islamic way: Hafiz Saeed

UK PM lives in a truly Islamic way: Hafiz Saeed

Rediff.com13 Jul 2012

Jamat-ud-Dawa chief Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, who has a United States bounty of 10 million dollars on his head, has said those enjoying government perks in Pakistan are not only violating the Constitution, but also principles outlined in Islam. Saeed, who founded the Lashkar-e-Tayiba, filed a petition before the Lahore high court challenging the 'VIP culture' for officials enjoying the top-most government posts in the country.

Titan, a good bet for Rakesh Jhunjhunwala

Titan, a good bet for Rakesh Jhunjhunwala

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

Titan accounted for 59.6 per cent of his disclosed portfolio at Rs 8,355 crore. This is more than 10 times the next biggest holding, Federal Bank, at Rs 619 crore.

New SP reaches office in roadways bus, takes staff by surprise

New SP reaches office in roadways bus, takes staff by surprise

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

An IPS officer was not recognised by his subordinates when he arrived at the SP office in Kanpur after travelling in a state roadways bus to take charge as the new Kanpur Superintendent of Police-Rural.

Ex-Shirdi Trust chief 'hosted' netas at taxpayers' cost?

Ex-Shirdi Trust chief 'hosted' netas at taxpayers' cost?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Politicians from Maharashtra, among others, had allegedly enjoyed their stay free of cost at Shirdi Saibaba Trust's guest house during most of the tenure of its chairman and former Congress MLA Jayant Sasane, an RTI query has revealed.