News for 'Vaishali'

Bihar floods: Death toll rises to 97

Bihar floods: Death toll rises to 97

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

People lost their lives in the affected districts due to incidents of drowning, electrocution, house collapse and falling of trees, a disaster management department release said.

She ran away from home and made it big in fashion

She ran away from home and made it big in fashion

Rediff.com13 Apr 2011

When she was 18, Vaishali Shadangule (nee Talankar) walked out of her parents' home in a small town in Madhya Pradesh with no money. Today, the fashion designer runs a fashion brand in Mumbai that employs 65 people. This is her rags-to-riches tale.

Tejashwi files nomination from Raghopur assembly seat

Tejashwi files nomination from Raghopur assembly seat

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Tejashwi, who has been chosen by the anti-National Democratic Alliance grouping as its chief ministerial candidate, is seeking re-election from Raghopur seat he won on his maiden outing in electoral politics in 2015.

The Mallah Factor in Bihar

The Mallah Factor in Bihar

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

'The Mallahs may remain divided between the two competing coalitions in Bihar,' says Mohammad Sajjad.

15 pilgrims electrocuted in Bihar

15 pilgrims electrocuted in Bihar

Rediff.com13 May 2010

Fifteen pilgrims were electrocuted after a high-voltage wire fell on a truck in Bihar's Vaishali district, police officials said.

CLICKED! Alia, Ranbir at an awards night

CLICKED! Alia, Ranbir at an awards night

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

A look at the red carpet pictures.

Lalu's younger son is 26, the older is 25

Lalu's younger son is 26, the older is 25

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

Some glaring facts have come out from the affidavits filed by the two sons of Rashtriya Janata Dal president Lalu Prasad as the documents indicate that the younger son is aged one year more than his elder brother.

Reader photos: Sparrows in my backyard

Reader photos: Sparrows in my backyard

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

Readers share their photographs of sparrows. You can share yours too!

Former chess World champ Kramnik to coach 14 Indians

Former chess World champ Kramnik to coach 14 Indians

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

14 young Indian chess players including D Gukesh, the world's second youngest Grand Master, and R Praggnanandhaa will be coached by former World champion Vladimir Kramnik at a 10-day camp, in Chennai, from January 8. The camp, the second organised by Microsense, will also see Boris Gelfand, a former World title challenger, impart training to the Indian players.

Bihar readies for D-day amid predictions of change

Bihar readies for D-day amid predictions of change

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

The Election Commission is making sure that the winds of potential change cause no disruption in the counting process.

12-year-old Praggnanandhaa is world's second youngest Grandmaster

12-year-old Praggnanandhaa is world's second youngest Grandmaster

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

India's R Praggnanandhaa became the country's youngest and the world's second youngest Grandmaster at the age of 12 years, 10 months and 13 days after reaching the final round of the ongoing Grendine Open in Italy, on Sunday.

After floods, Patna battles to keep diseases at bay

After floods, Patna battles to keep diseases at bay

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

District Magistrate Ravi Kumar on Thursday said that 75 teams have been deployed in Patna to sprinkle bleaching powder and remove animal carcass.

2.7 Million Bihar Flood Victims Struggle for Survival

2.7 Million Bihar Flood Victims Struggle for Survival

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

Flood victims have been fighting for survival and living in temporary shelters nearby railway tracks with lack of food items. They are yet to get any help from the government, reports M I Khan.

Heavy security at Delhi borders ahead of farmers' march

Heavy security at Delhi borders ahead of farmers' march

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Police said the border has not been sealed but they are checking all vehicles entering the national capital.

'70s again!

'70s again!

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Sabyasachi wasn't the only one inspired by the decade. Krishna Mehta sought inspiration from the Swinging Seventies too while Vaishali Shadangule turned to Khadi.

Bihar minister attacked over midday meal tragedy

Bihar minister attacked over midday meal tragedy

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Bihar minister Parween Amanullah was on Thursday attacked and held up for some time by a mob in Vaishali district which was agitating over the midday meal tragedy in the state.

NDA rocked by dissent over Bihar election tickets

NDA rocked by dissent over Bihar election tickets

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

The National Democratic Alliance in Bihar suffered a jolt on Wednesday as a Lok Janshakti Party MP resigned from the party post of general secretary and two BJP MLAs who were denied ticket met Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Sexy, quirky, stylish: Saris we love!

Sexy, quirky, stylish: Saris we love!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Presenting the best of Indian drapes fresh off Lakme Fashion Week runway!

Maoists attack Bihar village, kill 4

Maoists attack Bihar village, kill 4

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

Hundreds of armed Maoists attacked Sukki village in Bihar's Vaishali district on Monday night killing four persons and injuring a few in the attack.

How a 20-something found her groove at LFW

How a 20-something found her groove at LFW

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

A 20-year-old Kshamaya Daniel has her first experience of an Indian fashion week. She survives it to pen this photo diary of her colourful, adrenaline-packed experiences.

Why is Nitish Kumar so angry?

Why is Nitish Kumar so angry?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

According to state government data, the first 10 months of last year -- January to October 2020 -- witnessed 2,649 murders in Bihar, an average of nearly nine murders a day.

In Bihar, Shah seeks support for CAA; keeps mum on NRC/NPR

In Bihar, Shah seeks support for CAA; keeps mum on NRC/NPR

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

He urged the crowd attending a pro-CAA rally to give a missed call to the 8866288662, pledging their support to the legislation. Shah also sought to dispel 'rumours' of discord within the NDA in Bihar and said CM Nitish Kumar will be the alliance leader in the state.

Bihar toppers scam: Ex-BSEB chairman evades SIT

Bihar toppers scam: Ex-BSEB chairman evades SIT

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

The Bihar toppers scandal probe has hit a roadblock.

Spotted: Jackie Shroff at Ahmedabad

Spotted: Jackie Shroff at Ahmedabad

Rediff.com11 Feb 2010

Reader Vaishali Pandya has sent us a photograph.

Raghuvansh Singh: An astute lawmaker

Raghuvansh Singh: An astute lawmaker

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

It was under his stewardship of the Union Rural Development Ministry that NREGA, the flagship rural livelihood scheme, was implemented.

NDRF help 3 women deliver babies during flood rescue in Bihar

NDRF help 3 women deliver babies during flood rescue in Bihar

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Working round-the-clock to help flood victims in Bihar, National Disaster Response Force personnel rendered timely help to three marooned pregnant women at separate places deliver their babies safely.

Anand struggles but India's youngsters shine at Isle of Man chess

Anand struggles but India's youngsters shine at Isle of Man chess

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Former World champion Viswanathan Anand struggled for the second day running as he was held to a draw by almost-retired Robert Hess of the United States in the second round of Isle of Man International Chess tournament.

Spectacularly delicious Indian weaves on the runway

Spectacularly delicious Indian weaves on the runway

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

Soumitra Mondal and Vaishali S showed their lines at the Lakme Fashion Week. Clean, simple silhouetes, whites and haunting tracks marked the show featuring two of India's finest young designers at the Lakme Fashion Week.

Patna: Kidnapped boy Bunty is free

Patna: Kidnapped boy Bunty is free

Rediff.com13 Feb 2006

Nirmalendu's brother Bimalendu Diwakar said the boy was under sedation and very weak.

Bihar toppers scam: Lalkeshwar Singh, Usha Sinha sent to JC

Bihar toppers scam: Lalkeshwar Singh, Usha Sinha sent to JC

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

All the seven accused have been booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

Who is killing Bihar's businessmen?

Who is killing Bihar's businessmen?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

'There is no law and order in Bihar.' 'Criminals do as per their will.'

Jain monk Tarun Maharaj dies in Delhi

Jain monk Tarun Maharaj dies in Delhi

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Rajnath Singh condoled the death of the Jain monk.

Bihar: New regime raps government officials

Bihar: New regime raps government officials

Rediff.com27 Nov 2005

Officer in-charge of two police stations have been given marching orders along with 'munshis' (literate constables) of all the police stations in Vaishali.

Rickshaw puller's daughter to become doctor

Rickshaw puller's daughter to become doctor

Rediff.com1 Jul 2004

The Nagpur girl has come one step closer to realising her dream after clearing the nationwide pre-medical entrance test with flying colours.

Bihar minister travels without ticket

Bihar minister travels without ticket

Rediff.com8 Nov 2004

The Assistant Commercial Manager, Sonepur division, East Central Railway, N K Singh said Choudhury was in the AC first class coach of the 2553 Barauni-New Delhi Vaishali Express.

Campaign ends for second phase of Bihar elections

Campaign ends for second phase of Bihar elections

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

The 94 constituencies which are going to poll on November 3 are in 17 districts: West Champaran, East Champaran, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Vaishali, Samastipur, Begusarai, Khagaria, Bhagalpur, Nalanda and Patna.

Confident of two-thirds majority: Tejashwi

Confident of two-thirds majority: Tejashwi

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

The RJD leader, who is the Mahagathbandhan's chief ministerial face, said that if voted to power, providing jobs to unemployed youth would be his topmost priority.