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Communal clashes after rape attempt: Telangana district remains calm

Communal clashes after rape attempt: Telangana district remains calm

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

The situation in Jainoor town in Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district remained peaceful on Thursday a day after a protest by tribal organisations against an autorickshaw driver's alleged attempt to rape and murder a tribal woman sparked communal tension prompting authorities to impose a curfew.

'How Lata, Rafi Helped Liberate Dadra And Nagar Haveli

'How Lata, Rafi Helped Liberate Dadra And Nagar Haveli

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

'The core group from Pune, which bought arms, trained people, carried out intelligence gathering and participated in all the stages of the battle, consisted of RSS volunteers.' 'The Pune group raised resources with the help of three stalwarts from the film industry.' 'The stalwarts were Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammad Rafi and C Ramchandra.'

UNESCO Nominated: 12 Amazing Forts

UNESCO Nominated: 12 Amazing Forts

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Know the forts India has nominated to the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Delicious Food The Mughal Emperors Ate

Delicious Food The Mughal Emperors Ate

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The range of food at banquets at the Mughal court consisted of delicacies that commoners could not ever dream of.

A Bhinmal Diwali and Dal Ka Halwa

A Bhinmal Diwali and Dal Ka Halwa

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Jayanti Soni and her family return each year to Bhinmal, when they can, to celebrate Diwali in her family home.

Recipe: Zelda's Pasta Minestrone Soup

Recipe: Zelda's Pasta Minestrone Soup

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

The zestful, satisfying mixed vegetable Italian soup makes for a special meal.

11 Enchanting, Must-Visit Temples

11 Enchanting, Must-Visit Temples

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Steep yourself in the atmosphere of some of most revered Hindu temples in India.

Christmas Recipe: Gingerbread Men

Christmas Recipe: Gingerbread Men

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

These men make Christmas jolly.

Recipe: Dr Mohan's Bread Upma

Recipe: Dr Mohan's Bread Upma

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

How to make a satisfying comfort food from leftovers.

Recipes: Sreeja's Ulli Theeyal and Beetroot Pachadi for Onam

Recipes: Sreeja's Ulli Theeyal and Beetroot Pachadi for Onam

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

On the occasion of Onam, whip up a baby onion curry and a raita made from beets

How To Apply For A Rs 2.5 Lakh Scholarship

How To Apply For A Rs 2.5 Lakh Scholarship

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

The CCB scholarship amount ranges between Rs 60,000 to Rs 2,50,000 per annum, depending on the course and its duration.

It's Cocktails Time, Folks!

It's Cocktails Time, Folks!

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Time to get the party started...

Recipe: Mayur's Dahi Aloo

Recipe: Mayur's Dahi Aloo

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Jazz up your summer lunch plate with this tangy potato curry.

Memories Of Railway Puri and Alu Curry

Memories Of Railway Puri and Alu Curry

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

There's nothing more satisfying than a meal of freshly fried puris served with a spicy raseela potato preparation.

India The Diplomatic Ambassador In Global Crises

India The Diplomatic Ambassador In Global Crises

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Times have changed, situations have changed, but the basic nature of superpower geo-politics remains the same and so also India's diplomacy -- call it non-alignment, strategic autonomy or neutrality; it all depends on the time scale, notes Rup Narayan Das.

Prof accused of 'promoting Islam', MP varsity begins probe

Prof accused of 'promoting Islam', MP varsity begins probe

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

A university in Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh has set up a probe panel following complaints of some students that a professor was propagating Islam and harassing Hindu students, a senior varsity official said on Monday.

Recipe: South Indian Ginger Coffee

Recipe: South Indian Ginger Coffee

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Brew this coffee while you fast.

Bharatanatyam legend Yamini Krishnamurti passes away

Bharatanatyam legend Yamini Krishnamurti passes away

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi veteran Yamini Krishnamurti died at the Apollo hospital New Delhi on Saturday. She was 84.

Recipe: Summer Fig Rocket Salad

Recipe: Summer Fig Rocket Salad

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Figs in a salad? Gorgeous to the tongue.

'Capital Gains Tax Changes May Impact Investment Behaviour'

'Capital Gains Tax Changes May Impact Investment Behaviour'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

'Volumes in F&O trading had gone up rapidly and, in a way, the increase in STT on F&O will protect investor interest.'

$120 mn investments, $250 mn credit line to fund Chabahar port growth

$120 mn investments, $250 mn credit line to fund Chabahar port growth

Rediff.com14 May 2024

India's 10-year bilateral contract with Iran for the operation of Chabahar Port is likely to bring in an investment of approximately $370 million. This comprises a direct investment of $120 million from India for infrastructure development and a $250 million line of credit to Iran, Business Standard has learnt. With the $120 million committed for port development, India is set to procure advanced equipment, such as rail-mounted quay cranes, rubber-tyred gantry cranes (also known as transtainers), reach stackers, and forklifts.

Gains for Bata hinge on recovery hopes, rising premium portfolio

Gains for Bata hinge on recovery hopes, rising premium portfolio

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

The stock of footwear major Bata India has been the highest gainer among larger listed footwear companies since the start of the month on expectations of a recovery in the value segment, new launches and measures by the new government to boost consumption. The third largest footwear maker by market capitalisation has been trailing its peers over the past few quarters due to the slowdown in the mass segment market which accounts for a significant chunk of its revenues.

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Government was watching Gandhiji's mood to know if he had cooled down. They found out from his letters and utterances that he was the same old firebrand and even more determined than before.

On Ravana's Trail

On Ravana's Trail

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

There is definitely much more to the mythical king than his ten heads and his abduction of Sita.

2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

India offers travel adventures no other country can offer.

'Had liberalisation not taken place, I may have gone back to the US'

'Had liberalisation not taken place, I may have gone back to the US'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

An exclusive excerpt from The Tatas: How A Family Built A Business And A Nation.

RBI imposes biz restrictions on Edelweiss

RBI imposes biz restrictions on Edelweiss

Rediff.com30 May 2024

The Reserve Bank on Wednesday imposed business restrictions on Edelweiss Group's lending and asset reconstruction arms on concerns over evergreening of loans. The central bank has asked ECL Finance Ltd (ECL) to cease and desist from undertaking any structured transactions in respect of its wholesale exposures, other than repayment and/or closure of accounts, an official statement said.

What is price of human life, asks HC over death of 2 kids in Mumbai water tank

What is price of human life, asks HC over death of 2 kids in Mumbai water tank

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

A division bench of Justices Gautam Patel and Kamal Khata took suo motu cognizance of the tragic incident and initiated a public interest litigation on the issue.

When Justice Ahmadi Sentenced Terrorists To Death

When Justice Ahmadi Sentenced Terrorists To Death

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Determined not to be arm-twisted into delaying the execution, he decided to hold a late night hearing at his residence. In the pitch blackness of the night, the original verdict was upheld. The next morning, on 9 October 1992, General Vaidya's assassins were hanged until death.

Airtel, Vi to raise mobile tariff by 10-24% from first week of July

Airtel, Vi to raise mobile tariff by 10-24% from first week of July

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea will roll out revised mobile service tariffs increasing rates in the range of 10-24 per cent from the first week of July. Bharti Airtel announced a 10-21 per cent hike in prepaid and postpaid mobile tariffs from July 3, a day after larger rival Reliance Jio announced an increase in rates. Later in the day, loss-making telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) also announced its plan to raise mobile tariffs by 11-24 per cent from July 4.

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Gandhiji asked me if I had sufficient warm clothes in view of the coming cold season. I said yes. But he verified my statement by asking Miraben to search my bag to make sure. Such was Gandhiji.

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'People don't know about the immense pressures that come with this position -- every decision a judge takes affects real people and their lives.' 'This is not a job that one can take lightly.' A

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Exploring the best of Indian roads.

Air Fryers, Sizzling Beer, Cheese Sandwiches

Air Fryers, Sizzling Beer, Cheese Sandwiches

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Should you buy an air fryer. Is it for you? What can you make with it?

2 Fun Mango Recipes For Your Mom

2 Fun Mango Recipes For Your Mom

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Celebrate Mother's Day with a scrumptious mango dessert. Or a cocktail.

Vada Pav is 19 on World's 50 Top Sandwiches List!

Vada Pav is 19 on World's 50 Top Sandwiches List!

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Is it surprising that the favourite food of our manic Mumbai city has achieved a world rank?

Maharashtra govt becomes new owner of iconic Air India building

Maharashtra govt becomes new owner of iconic Air India building

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The Maharashtra government has become the owner of iconic Air India building with the Union government approving transfer of the asset on Thursday. The Maharashtra government bought the Air India building at Nariman Point in Mumbai for Rs 1,601 crore. "GoI has approved transfer of Air India building, Mumbai of AI Assets Holding Company Ltd (AIAHL) to Government of Maharashtra (GoM) at consideration of Rs.1601 cr. GoM has agreed to waive dues of Rs. 298.42 cr, which would have been otherwise payable by AIAHL to GoM for this transaction," DIPAM secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey said in a post on X.

Recipe: Traditional North Indian Jackfruit Pickle, Mango Pickle

Recipe: Traditional North Indian Jackfruit Pickle, Mango Pickle

Rediff.com15 May 2024

What tastes better with dahi-rice, dal-chawal or puris than the season's newly-made home pickle?

While veg thalis cost more in Jan, non-veg ones were cheaper

While veg thalis cost more in Jan, non-veg ones were cheaper

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

The cost of a representative home-cooked vegetarian thali has witnessed a 5 per cent on-year increase in January, while that of the non-veg thali declined 13 per cent, a report said on Wednesday. According to Crisil Market Intelligence and Analytics (MI&A) Research 'Rice Roti Rate' estimates, the rise in prices of ingredients like pulses, rice, onion and tomato made home-cooked veg thali costlier in January, while decline in poultry rates helped in the fall in non-veg thali rates.

Recipes: Make Your Own Ghar Ka Masalas

Recipes: Make Your Own Ghar Ka Masalas

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Homemade is best. Safe. Pure. Tasty.