News for 'Vacation'

Tension rises in Manipur as militants torch 2 police outposts, 70 houses

Tension rises in Manipur as militants torch 2 police outposts, 70 houses

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

A commando contingent of the Manipur police has been airlifted to Jiribam on Saturday morning from Imphal to assist in the security operations against the militants, police said.

PIX: Ajay Devgn, Kajol vacation in Maldives

PIX: Ajay Devgn, Kajol vacation in Maldives

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

Taking yet another trip to Maldives!

Shahid Kapoor, family go on vacation

Shahid Kapoor, family go on vacation

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

Shahid Kapoor gets ready to make some beautiful travel memories.

Situation in Bishkek back to normal, pay no heed to rumours: Indian mission

Situation in Bishkek back to normal, pay no heed to rumours: Indian mission

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Last week, India asked its students in Bishkek to stay indoors following the incidents of violence.

Victory Margins No Guarantee Of Ticket

Victory Margins No Guarantee Of Ticket

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

12 of the 20 MPs with the highest winning margins in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls have not been re-nominated by their parties for the 2024 general elections.

Indians splurge most on hotel during vacation

Indians splurge most on hotel during vacation

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

The survey revealed that Indians are good at saving for their vacations in advance and having a dedicated vacation fund.

Avoid unnecessary bail delays, decide Jain's plea on July 9, SC tells HC

Avoid unnecessary bail delays, decide Jain's plea on July 9, SC tells HC

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

A bench of Justices Manoj Misra and SVN Bhatti made the observation while disposing of Jain's plea against the high court's decision of adjourning the hearing of his bail application for six weeks.

Vacationing abroad with family? Consider travel insurance

Vacationing abroad with family? Consider travel insurance

Rediff.com1 May 2016

It is one piece of document that you should have alongside your travel tickets.

Bhujbal sulks over RS ticket to Sunetra, Ajit Pawar says he isn't upset

Bhujbal sulks over RS ticket to Sunetra, Ajit Pawar says he isn't upset

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday said the decision to field his wife for Rajya Sabha bypoll was taken by his Nationalist Congress Party's apex body and denied reports that senior colleague Chhagan Bhujbal was upset over the move.

As North India reels under severe heatwave, rain drenches TN, Kerala in south

As North India reels under severe heatwave, rain drenches TN, Kerala in south

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Temperatures remained above 45 degrees Celsius in large parts of Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh, affecting daily life as many chose to remain indoors in the afternoon.

Aftab vacations in Florida

Aftab vacations in Florida

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

Reader Meenal sends in a picture.

'The Waqf Bill Is Very Dangerous'

'The Waqf Bill Is Very Dangerous'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

'Under this amendment, in any dispute over Waqf properties, the Waqf Board cannot approach the court.' 'This is very surprising because the government instead of protecting Waqf properties they are snatching it away and not allowing them to go to court.' 'The third biggest landowner in India is the Waqf Board after the Indian Army and Indian Railways.'

HC restrains OPS from using AIADMK symbol, flag

HC restrains OPS from using AIADMK symbol, flag

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

In a power tussle between the top two leaders, Panneerselvam was expelled by a general council of the AIADMK in July 2022. Later, Palaniswami was elected as the top leader of the main opposition party.

Even if there is 0.001% negligence...: SC on NEET row

Even if there is 0.001% negligence...: SC on NEET row

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Observing that students have to labour hard while preparing for these examinations, the apex court said the litigation pertaining to the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (Undergraduate)-2024 examination ought not be treated as adversarial.

How India Won Back Maldives's Trust

How India Won Back Maldives's Trust

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

The avoidable stresses and strains in ties helped in one way. It showed for the entire region how a matured India handled diplomatic relations, especially with a smaller and suspicious neighbour, with practised dignity and patience, unruffled by provocations in word, deed and action, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Session for freshers from Nov 1; vacations to be curtailed

Session for freshers from Nov 1; vacations to be curtailed

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

The guidelines by an expert committee, set up for revising the academic calendar in view of the COVID-19 pandemic, have been accepted by the UGC and accordingly universities have been recommended a six-day teaching learning schedule every week.

India Should Be Battle Ready With China

India Should Be Battle Ready With China

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

'With continued focus on votes, upcoming by-polls and purchasing politicians, the political hierarchy has little time for national defence.' 'They would do well to heed a veteran scholar, who says, "There will be war with China in the next few years. The next full scale war will have the involvement of Pakistan and terror elements, insurgents and intelligence assets operating inside India",' warns Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Tips for planning the perfect vacation

Tips for planning the perfect vacation

Rediff.com29 Mar 2010

Summer vacations are fast approaching and tour operators are leaving no stones unturned to advertise attractive tour packages for various domestic and foreign destinations

SP changes mind, now Akhilesh to contest from Kannauj

SP changes mind, now Akhilesh to contest from Kannauj

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav will contest the Lok Sabha elections from Kannauj, the party announced on Wednesday, two days after it had declared another candidate for the Uttar Pradesh seat.

Who is Kishori Lal Sharma, Cong's candidate in Amethi?

Who is Kishori Lal Sharma, Cong's candidate in Amethi?

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Sharma was the key person who looked after Rae Bareli and Amethi constituencies on behalf of the Gandhis.

In first speech in new LS, Mahua shows she's lost none of her fire

In first speech in new LS, Mahua shows she's lost none of her fire

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

"Last time I stood, I was not allowed to speak. The ruling party paid a very heavy price for throttling the voice of one MP," she said, referring to her suspension in the last session.

'I never thought I would...'

'I never thought I would...'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'I am very happy that I took the decision to direct the film myself.'

Indians are vacation-deprived, Japan tops list

Indians are vacation-deprived, Japan tops list

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

Indians are the fifth most 'vacation-deprived' in the world. A recent survey conducted by online travel firm, Expedia, said that Indians get an average of 25 vacation days in a year, but one-fifth of these goes unused.

Indians are vacation-deprived, Japan tops list

Indians are vacation-deprived, Japan tops list

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

Indians are the fifth most 'vacation-deprived' in the world. A recent survey conducted by online travel firm, Expedia, said that Indians get an average of 25 vacation days in a year, but one-fifth of these goes unused.

Varalaxmi Is Dressed To Impress

Varalaxmi Is Dressed To Impress

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

She's got a low-key style and aims at keeping her fashion as real as possible.

How To Make A Successful Retirement Plan

How To Make A Successful Retirement Plan

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Follow these simple steps if you want to create a solid retirement corpus and retire young, says Anamika Pareek.

Millennials Spark Luxury Homes Demand

Millennials Spark Luxury Homes Demand

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

High-end apartments, penthouses, and bungalows boasting amenities like swimming pools, expansive driveways, and premium interiors are becoming highly sought after.

'Hemant Soren Fears He Will Be Exposed'

'Hemant Soren Fears He Will Be Exposed'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

'He fears that the youth tide has gone against him and he will be swept away in the next assembly election in the state.'

Gawli is 71-72 years old, not what he was in 1980s, says SC

Gawli is 71-72 years old, not what he was in 1980s, says SC

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday said it would like to examine the plea of the Maharashtra government, challenging the remission granted to gangster-turned-politician Arun Gawli who is serving a life sentence in a murder case.

Share with us your vacation videos!

Share with us your vacation videos!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2011

Share your vacation videos with us! Upload them on Rediff iShare!

The Real Reason Why Movies Are Flopping

The Real Reason Why Movies Are Flopping

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The consistently heavy downpour of films, shows, events, videos and whatnot is causing economic disruption.

I Dream: Of a lavish vacation!

I Dream: Of a lavish vacation!

Rediff.com16 Feb 2011

We all have dream destinations for a vacation. Often they just stay as dreams for obvious financial reasons. However, if we were to plan it well, we could probably head to those dream destinations.

My dream for 2020: 'Go on a vacation to Bali'

My dream for 2020: 'Go on a vacation to Bali'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

Rediff reader Nalini Jagnat Kudalkar from Thane shares the bucket list of things she wishes to achieve in 2020.

Chirag Paswan Fights Two-Front Battle In Hajipur

Chirag Paswan Fights Two-Front Battle In Hajipur

Rediff.com15 May 2024

He is not just under attack from his opponent Shiv Chandra Ram of the RJD, but also by his uncle Paras.

Anti-CAB protests: Jamia declares vacation till Jan 5

Anti-CAB protests: Jamia declares vacation till Jan 5

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

The Jamia Millia Islamia on Saturday declared vacation till January 5 and cancelled all exams in view of the tense situation in the university due to students' protest against the amended citizenship act.

Planning a vacation this Diwali? Good news awaits you

Planning a vacation this Diwali? Good news awaits you

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

After years of being sequestered by the pandemic, some intrepid travellers are planning to settle their score with the novel coronavirus. With fewer or no travel curbs, they are eager to get back on the road, again. Hotels and tour operators, too, are eager to shed excess Covid baggage. And this year's Diwali promises to add that extra layer sparkle with the introduction of new flights.

Invite leader of largest pre-poll alliance if...: 6 Madras HC ex-judges write to Prez

Invite leader of largest pre-poll alliance if...: 6 Madras HC ex-judges write to Prez

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

They said there was "genuine concern" that if the present ruling dispensation loses people's mandate, the transition of power may not be smooth and there could be a constitutional crisis.

Remarks on modern medicine: SC asks Ramdev to...

Remarks on modern medicine: SC asks Ramdev to...

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

The Patna and Raipur chapters of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) have lodged complaints in 2021 alleging Ramdev's remarks were likely to cause prejudice to Covid control mechanism and may dissuade people from availing proper treatment.

The Obamas take a vacation

The Obamas take a vacation

Rediff.com25 Aug 2009

Barack Obama is planning to de-stress by spending time with his family, playing golf and catching up on reading, on his first vacation after taking charge as the US President.

Sikkim to see rise of Tamang as new satrap after record win

Sikkim to see rise of Tamang as new satrap after record win

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Fifteen years after quitting the Sikkim Democratic Front in 2009, he decimated Chamling's party, scripting history by winning 31 of 32 assembly seats in the Himalayan state in 2024.