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Global recovery still fragile: FinMin

Global recovery still fragile: FinMin

Rediff.com2 Mar 2010

In what could have repercussions for the country's exports, the finance ministry has sounded a word of caution on world trade recovery, even as global recession appears to be on its way out.

4 yrs after 3 Dalits were killed, Gujarat forms SIT to probe murders

4 yrs after 3 Dalits were killed, Gujarat forms SIT to probe murders

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

On the intervening night of September 22-23, 2012, three Dalit youths were killed when police opened fire to disperse a violent mob to control a clash between Dalits and OBC Bharwad community members at Thangadh town in Surendranagar district.

Former BCCI chief Muthiah challenges HC order

Former BCCI chief Muthiah challenges HC order

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

Former BCCI president A C Muthiah on Friday moved the Supreme Court challenging the Madras High Court's order upholding the validity of the amendment by the cricketing body in its regulations to exclude IPL and T20 tournaments from its purview.

No Chinese conspiracy in attack on priests: Nepal

No Chinese conspiracy in attack on priests: Nepal

Rediff.com8 Sep 2009

Nepal on Monday dismissed suggestions of any 'Chinese connection' behind the recent Maoist attack on two Indian priests of the Pashupatinath temple. Deploring the incident that took place at the temple premises on Friday, Nepal Culture Minister Minindra Rijal told an Indian private news channel, "It's very clear that they (Maoists) are involved." "As an independent Nepali citizen, some might be a little more sympathetic to China," he said.

New moms, here's how to lose baby fat

New moms, here's how to lose baby fat

Rediff.com10 May 2016

It will help you feel more energised and relaxed.

Bihar: Arrest warrant issued against Bal Thackeray

Bihar: Arrest warrant issued against Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

A Bihar court has issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray for allegedly making uncharitable and inflammatory remarks against Biharis in his party mouthpiece 'Saamna'. Sub-divisional Judicial Magistrate (Bhojpur) Rakesh Pati Tiwari ordered issuance of the NBW against the Sena founder after Thackeray failed to appear before him in compliance with his July 7 order.

Chennai rains: Aerial sorties called off

Chennai rains: Aerial sorties called off

Rediff.com6 Dec 2015

"The water level in the city has gone down considerably after initial days of flooding. Since Saturday evening all aerial rescue and relief operations have been called off. There are no further communications from either Tamil Nadu government or Centre to carry them out as the city is slowly returning to normalcy," a top IAF official told PTI on Sunday.

Stock prices: Reality or fiction?

Stock prices: Reality or fiction?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2010

Stock prices are by far the most sensitive element of a company.

TN MPs hold 'emotional interaction' with SL Tamils

TN MPs hold 'emotional interaction' with SL Tamils

Rediff.com11 Oct 2009

On a mission in Sri Lanka to ascertain the living conditions of displaced Tamils after the end of the war, a delegation of MPs from Tamil Nadu on Sunday visited them in camps, who expressed their keenness to return to their towns and villages during an 'emotional interaction.'

Peshawar hit by explosion again

Peshawar hit by explosion again

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

A blast occurred yet again in Pakistan's terror-hit Peshawar city today though there were no immediate reports of casualties.

Telgi sentenced to 10 years by CBI court

Telgi sentenced to 10 years by CBI court

Rediff.com30 Nov 2009

Prime accused in the multi-crore fake stamp paper case Abdul Karim Telgi and two of his accomplices were sentenced to 10 years rigorous imprisonment by the special Central Bureau of Investigation court in Bhopal. The judge found Telgi, Shabbir Ahmed Sheikh and Sohail Khan guilty under section of 120-B of Indian Penal Code pertaining to criminal conspiracy and IPC section 255 dealing with counterfeiting of government stamp papers and imposed fine of Rs five lakh on each.

Muthiah makes way for son at Manali Petro

Muthiah makes way for son at Manali Petro

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

Latest in generational change trend in South Indian majors.

Why MGR may not do the trick for Rajini

Why MGR may not do the trick for Rajini

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

The fact remains that in the present-day Tamil Nadu, GenX and GenY voters, born and/or growing up after the end of 'Kamaraj rule' in the '60s and 'MGR rule', respectively, constitute an absolute majority of the electorate. If they still vote for a Rajini or Kamal, in preference to the established 'Dravidian voters', it is despite the MGR imagery, not because of it, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Pak to get $ 2.3 bn, as Obama signs bill

Pak to get $ 2.3 bn, as Obama signs bill

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

US President Barack Obama signed a US $ 680-billion defence budget bill that provides US $ 2.3 billion military assistance to Pakistan with tough conditions to make sure that the funds are not squandered or diverted to affect the "balance of power in the region".

Ultimate luxury on wheels: The Rs 1.5 cr BMW ActiveHybrid7

Ultimate luxury on wheels: The Rs 1.5 cr BMW ActiveHybrid7

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

ActiveHybrid7 is a full-sized gas-electric luxury sedan, offered in the long wheelbase 740Li trim.

Explosion in Kandhamal rehab centre, one killed

Explosion in Kandhamal rehab centre, one killed

Rediff.com27 Sep 2009

A person was killed and three injured in a bomb explosion at a rehabilitation centre in Kandhamal district today, the police said.

Lisa Ray, Shriya wow Toronto

Lisa Ray, Shriya wow Toronto

Rediff.com17 Sep 2009

The actresses were spotted at the premiere of their film, Cooking With Stella at the 34th Toronto International Film Festival.

PCB gives contracts to 'rebel' trio

PCB gives contracts to 'rebel' trio

Rediff.com5 Jul 2009

The Pakistan Cricket Board has offered central contracts to opener Imran Nazir, senior batsman Mohammad Yousuf and all-rounder Abdul Razzaq who returned to mainstream after snapping ties with the 'rebel' Indian Cricket League.

Govt announces simpler forms for I-T returns

Govt announces simpler forms for I-T returns

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

The new return forms also make life easier for expatriates.

Krackjack takes on 50-50

Krackjack takes on 50-50

Rediff.com8 Oct 2009

The oldest brand in the non-salt biscuits segment is fighting back to regain market share

Educomp refutes accounts manipulation

Educomp refutes accounts manipulation

Rediff.com21 Jan 2009

After its stock fell 22 per cent on the Bombay Stock Exchange, education solutions provider Educomp Solutions filed a complaint with the Additional Commissioner of Police, Economic Offences Wing, Crime Branch (Delhi Police) to identify the source of malicious emails alleging account manipulation, and has sought action against them.

EPFO targets to make UANs operational by Oct 15

EPFO targets to make UANs operational by Oct 15

Rediff.com17 Aug 2014

Retirement fund manager EPFO that has initiated the process of seeding KYC details like PAN, Aadhaar of contributing members for making Universal Account Number (UAN) has set a target of seeding 2 crore (20 million) bank account data by end of this month.

NBA legend calls for professional league in India

NBA legend calls for professional league in India

Rediff.com8 Apr 2009

Legendary US National Basketball Association cager A C Green called for NBA-style leagues in India, insisting that such professional events will help the game to challenge the huge popularity of cricket in the country.

'Pune weather conducive to swine flu virus'

'Pune weather conducive to swine flu virus'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2009

The weather conditions in Pune could be conducive to the swine flu virus, which is spreading rapidly in the city, the National Institute of Virology said on Tuesday. "Pune's climate at present is not too hot nor too cold, which may be conducive for the survival of the swine flu virus," NIV Director A C Mishra said. The NIV has issued guidelines to authorities in Pune on how to deal with patients and on screening of suspected cases.

'We have back-up plans, so I'm not worried: Dhoni

'We have back-up plans, so I'm not worried: Dhoni

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni refused to read too much into the team's nine-run defeat in Monday night's World Twenty20 warm-up match against New Zealand and said the side has back-up plans up its sleeves.

Stewards clear Brawn, Williams and Toyota

Stewards clear Brawn, Williams and Toyota

Rediff.com26 Mar 2009

Formula One stewards cleared Brawn GP, Toyota and Williams to race in the season-opening Australian Grand Prix after rejecting the protests of three rival teams on Thursday. After six hours of deliberation at the Albert Park circuit, the governing International Automobile Federation (FIA) said the officials had dismissed protests by Red Bull, Renault and champions Ferrari.

Chikungunya spurt could be due to 'evolution' of viral strain, say experts

Chikungunya spurt could be due to 'evolution' of viral strain, say experts

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Experts also feel that north Indians could be succumbing to the vector-borne disease because of their "low immunity" to it.

Cash flow statement: What it tells you?

Cash flow statement: What it tells you?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2009

Here we will read about the basics of a cash flow statement, its different sections and what cash flow statement can tell you about a company.

We have enough evidence against Kasab: Nikam

We have enough evidence against Kasab: Nikam

Rediff.com15 Feb 2009

Investigating agencies have gathered enough evidence to show that Mohammad Ajmal Amir Kasab, the lone terrorist caught alive in the Mumbai terror attack, was part of a criminal conspiracy hatched in Pakistan, Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam has said. Nikam, appointed a special public prosecutor to handle the 26/11 case, said the chargesheet would be filed in a special court in the next couple of days.

Assam: 5 militants killed in encounter with army

Assam: 5 militants killed in encounter with army

Rediff.com20 Apr 2009

Five militants were killed in an encounter with army in lower Assam's Sonitpur district in the wee hours on Monday. Troops of the Red Horns division exchanged fire with the insurgents belonging to National Democratic Front of Bodoland and the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam late on Sunday night at Akabasti, 8 km southeast of Lokra, army sources said.

Chargesheet filed in Hyderabad blasts case

Chargesheet filed in Hyderabad blasts case

Rediff.com20 Jun 2009

33 people were killed in the crowded eatery in Kothi area of Hyderabad on the evening of August 25, 2007. This is the third charge sheet against seven accused in this case. The Octopus had earlier filed two separate charge sheets in another blast at Lumbini Park Laserium and an unexploded bomb recovered at a crowded place in Dilsukhnagar on the same day about two years ago.

Producers to go on strike

Producers to go on strike

Rediff.com16 Mar 2009

Film producers plan to go on an indefinite strike starting April 3, as they could not resolve their differences with multiplex owners over revenue sharing.

Bank frauds: Limited liability for customers?

Bank frauds: Limited liability for customers?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

If RBI's recommendations are finalised, it will give more teeth to the existing fair practice code

It's not just Volkswagen, more car makers to turn offenders

It's not just Volkswagen, more car makers to turn offenders

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Some new EU cars, including Mercedes, BMW and Peugeot vehicles, were using around 50 percent more fuel than manufacturers claimed.

Man who carried out renovation held for Mum building collapse

Man who carried out renovation held for Mum building collapse

Rediff.com28 Sep 2013

A day after a residential building caved in on Mumbai, police on Saturday arrested the owner of a decoration firm, who illegally carried out renovation works at his rented office-cum-warehouse on the ground floor of the ill-fated structure.

Brokerages face Sebi fire in NSEL scam

Brokerages face Sebi fire in NSEL scam

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Sebi on April 4 gave the brokerages 60 days to have their books vetted by third-party auditors.

Slowdown blues for FMCG companies

Slowdown blues for FMCG companies

Rediff.com22 Jan 2009

Two of these categories -- detergent cakes and washing powder - account for around 15 per cent of the overall FMCG market of Rs 80,000 crore (Rs 800 billion), according to estimates made by analysts. Leading market research firm A C Nielsen's data for November 2008 show an across-the-category drop in sales volumes compared to the preceding month.

Ola vs Uber: Drivers pay the price

Ola vs Uber: Drivers pay the price

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

While the cab aggregators offer incentives as they battle each other for more customers, drivers complain that their earnings have halved in the last six months. Alnoor Peermohamed reports.

UPA skipped terror for 'vote bank politics': Modi

UPA skipped terror for 'vote bank politics': Modi

Rediff.com13 Oct 2008

"The government is trying to promote vote-bank politics by avoiding a discussion on terrorism. Terrorism is the biggest enemy of the country but still the government has no courage to say so," Modi told media persons. Accusing the Centre of adopting a 'casual approach' on the issue at the NIC, he said the government was not ready to discuss terrorism which has affected the whole country badly.

Air India doesn't need to fly abroad for repairs

Air India doesn't need to fly abroad for repairs

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

"We have successfully carried out the 'C check' on two of our B-777 aircraft and work on the third one is expected to be completed within a month," National Aviation Company of India Ltd (NACIL) SBU-Head (Engineering), K M Unni, told media persons in Mumbai.