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Bangla central bank Governor resigns over $100-mn heist

Bangla central bank Governor resigns over $100-mn heist

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

The hacking took place on the night of February 4.

Smart cities: How Surat will get a grand makeover

Smart cities: How Surat will get a grand makeover

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Surat had bagged the fourth rank under the Smart Cities Mission based on its proposal.

'My objective was to resurrect Kasturba, not to demolish Gandhi'

'My objective was to resurrect Kasturba, not to demolish Gandhi'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2017

'This book is really the story of the woman whose destiny takes her onto the path of an inordinately iconic man whom the world reveres as God!' 'It is the day-to-day demolition of her dreams that are at stark variance with those who view him as a trail blazer on the holy path to redemption, while he wrecks the peace of those whom he loves the most; his family.'

Which is India's cleanest railway station?

Which is India's cleanest railway station?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

Cleanliness of stations will be rated as per certain parameters finalised by the Railways.

India, A Miracle And A Wonder

India, A Miracle And A Wonder

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

'There are many things we need to work on.' 'At the heart of it is, one, the extent of inequality, which is not good for democracy and nation; two, a structural decline on how a country ought to function, how people should be held accountable, whose role is what.'

New Delhi Railway Station redevelopment project hits a hurdle in history

New Delhi Railway Station redevelopment project hits a hurdle in history

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

The past appears to have interrupted the future of the New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS). With two protected heritage buildings sitting in the way of the plan to redevelop the railway station, officials in the know say the project may end up back on the drawing board since the National Monuments Authority (NMA), the body tasked with the protection and preservation of monuments and sites, is yet to give its approval. "A nod from NMA is awaited before going into the next phase of bids for the redevelopment of the New Delhi Railway Station," a senior official of the Ministry of Railways told Business Standard. While the Railways ministry is hopeful of getting approvals from the NMA before the end of the current financial year, there is no clarity on this yet.

The best time to have sex is...

The best time to have sex is...

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

Seems like love is an afternoon thing.

Rate cut to take some time, say bankers

Rate cut to take some time, say bankers

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

The RBI left the policy rates unchanged in Tuesday''s sixth bi-monthly monetary policy review.

One arrested in connection with Jalpaiguri blast

One arrested in connection with Jalpaiguri blast

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

One person has been arrested in connection with the Jalpaiguri bicycle bomb blast in which six persons were killed, a senior police officer said on Sunday.

When the Gods Smiled on India

When the Gods Smiled on India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

There are times in each nation's life when the gods shower their blessings on it. The right leaders are in place and they make the right decisions. Everything seems to click and good luck favours its people. Such times came to this country 50 years ago, recalls Admiral J G Nadkarni (retd).

Indian diplomat writes anthem for SAARC

Indian diplomat writes anthem for SAARC

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

After the European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the eight-member South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation could soon have an anthem after an Indian diplomat in Kathmandu penned a song for the grouping to foster deeper regional consciousness.

Sahara's The Plaza 2nd most popular hotel for the uber-rich

Sahara's The Plaza 2nd most popular hotel for the uber-rich

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

here are around 495,000 multi-millionaires worldwide (as on June 2014).

Recipes: Swati's Diplomat Pudding. Suzanna's Trifle

Recipes: Swati's Diplomat Pudding. Suzanna's Trifle

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Try an alternative to the traditional pudding.

Shivaji: Founder of the Indian secular State

Shivaji: Founder of the Indian secular State

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Shivaji made sure that his soldiers respected the sanctity of mosques and the Quran Sharif to ensure that his fight against the Mughals did not become fight against Islam, explains Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

The Mahatma and the Vaikom Satyagraha

The Mahatma and the Vaikom Satyagraha

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

Almost a century before the current Sabarimala movement -- to facililate the entry of women between the ages of 10 and 50 into the Kerala shrine -- there was the Vaikom temple movement, to throw open temples in Kerala to all castes, a movement led by among others a man whose 71st death anniversary we mark today. A fascinating excerpt from Rajmohan Gandhi's new book, Modern South India: A History From The 17th Century To Our Times.

On the Goddess trail in Mumbai

On the Goddess trail in Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Arundhuti Dasgupta maps a trail from the southernmost tip to its suburbs.

Saradha scam: CBI to quiz Suvaprasanna

Saradha scam: CBI to quiz Suvaprasanna

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

The deal in question is the sale of Devkripa Vyapar Pvt Ltd, the holding company of Akhon Samay, a news channel that never went of air.

How beetroot juice can help heart failure patients

How beetroot juice can help heart failure patients

Rediff.com25 Feb 2018

Read more about its benefits.

Remembering The Yatris Before Rahul

Remembering The Yatris Before Rahul

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

The ultimate consequences of Rahul Gandhi's yatra may be known only in 2024, points out Dr Sudhir Bisht.

Ambassador's journey: From 'wheels of India' to 'world's best taxi'

Ambassador's journey: From 'wheels of India' to 'world's best taxi'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

The Ambassador was a durable enough brand to outlive the licence raj.

China says it does not recognise 'illegal' UT Ladakh

China says it does not recognise 'illegal' UT Ladakh

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

China said that for a long time China has been conducting activities on its side of the Line of Actual Control and they have always complied with relevant agreements.

Couple of right legal age indulging in sex are husband, wife: HC

Couple of right legal age indulging in sex are husband, wife: HC

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

In a ruling which might have a far reaching impact, the Madras high court has said if a couple in the right legal age indulge in sexual gratification, it will be considered a valid marriage and they could be termed as husband and wife.

Chinese soldier held on Indian side of LAC In Ladakh

Chinese soldier held on Indian side of LAC In Ladakh

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

The capture of the Chinese soldier comes in the midst of an eight-month-long bitter border standoff between the two armies in eastern Ladakh.

'We started as a democracy, but have regressed to a banana republic'

'We started as a democracy, but have regressed to a banana republic'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

'Governments, democratically elected governments, are custodians for a short- specified time.' 'Parents don't let baby sitters decide the course of their child's future.'

When India Hosted The First Asian Games

When India Hosted The First Asian Games

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Seventy two years ago, a newly independent India ventured to hold the the first Asian Games in Delhi with meager resources.

Good news! IISc among top 15 world universities

Good news! IISc among top 15 world universities

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

For the first time, an Indian university has made it to the top 15 of the Times Higher Education University Rankings.

Sevai Upma, a delicious alternative to Maggi!

Sevai Upma, a delicious alternative to Maggi!

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Delight your kids with this easy-to-make Sevai Upma recipe by Archana Gaikwad. Share your recipes!

Suvendu Adhikari quits TMC, to join BJP in Shah's presence

Suvendu Adhikari quits TMC, to join BJP in Shah's presence

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

According to the sources, he wrote to TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee apprising her of his decision to resign from the party's primary membership.

Issey Miyake Was Nothing Short Of Genius

Issey Miyake Was Nothing Short Of Genius

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

'Known for his innovative styles and perfumes, Issey Miyake built a global fashion brand, which included designing Steve Jobs' famous black turtle neck jumpers.'

Remembering Gandhiji in critical times

Remembering Gandhiji in critical times

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

'During my nearly three decades of military service, both in war and peace, I have usefully drawn upon Gandhiji's storehouse of wisdom.' 'When military intelligence jobs require tightrope walking on the edge of moral and ethical dilemmas, I have looked up to Gandhiji,' notes Colonel R Hariharan (retd).

Meet Yakka Skink and Ornamental Snake which halted the Adanis in Australia

Meet Yakka Skink and Ornamental Snake which halted the Adanis in Australia

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

The Adanis' Australian dreams have been shattered.

Breakfast recipe with oats

Breakfast recipe with oats

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

Here are two healthy options to kick-start your day the healthy way.

89 students, 6 teachers held for agitation in Manipur University

89 students, 6 teachers held for agitation in Manipur University

Rediff.com21 Sep 2018

Mobile internet services have been suspended in the state for the next five days.

Hindujas's 1.2 Billion Project Makes Waves

Hindujas's 1.2 Billion Project Makes Waves

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

'Our family philosophy is to build a bridge between India and Britain.'

5 places to go Diwali shopping in Delhi

5 places to go Diwali shopping in Delhi

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Here's a list of some of the all-time best places in Delhi where you can shop for the festival without burning a hole in your pocket

Indian Railways certainly deserves a lot more attention, isn't it?

Indian Railways certainly deserves a lot more attention, isn't it?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

The station with the most annual revenue is CST Mumbai, followed by Dadar.

Recipe: Sarada's Methi Theplas

Recipe: Sarada's Methi Theplas

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Delight family you might visiting abroad with a gift of homemade theplas.

Chabahar project won't be impacted by Iran sanctions: US

Chabahar project won't be impacted by Iran sanctions: US

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

President Trump, in a move that could have implications on India's energy security, on Monday decided not to grant sanctions exemptions to any oil customers of Iran, further squeezing Tehran's top export commodity.

The Last Headhunters in India

The Last Headhunters in India

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

There was a time when the fierce warriors of the Konyak tribe displayed the skulls of their vanquished enemies as war trophies. Today, their world is disappearing.

Will India turn into a Hindu Rashtra?

Will India turn into a Hindu Rashtra?

Rediff.com14 May 2019

'It is only because of the Congress that we became a secular republic.' 'As we enter a period where another political force has became dominant, it will be interesting to see if this legacy of Nehru and the Congress is sustained or we are taken in a new direction,' says Aakar Patel.