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Stir in 14 U'khand villages against hydel project over Joshimath concerns

Stir in 14 U'khand villages against hydel project over Joshimath concerns

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

It is a 165 MW run-of-the-river scheme proposed in Dhauli Ganga river in Darma valley.

ED raids multiple locations in NSE co-location case

ED raids multiple locations in NSE co-location case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The Enforcement Directorate on Friday conducted multiple raids in connection with its money laundering probe into the alleged irregularities in the National Stock Exchange (NSE) co-location case, officials said. The central probe agency is covering nine premises in Delhi and neighbouring Gurugram including those of some brokers involved in the case, they said. The raids are being carried out under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

10 Delightful Dev Anand Scenes

10 Delightful Dev Anand Scenes

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

100 years of Dev Anand and 10 scenes etched in our memory!

CBI has made 'substantial progress' in NSE co-location case probe: Sitharaman

CBI has made 'substantial progress' in NSE co-location case probe: Sitharaman

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

CBI has made substantial progress in the investigation into the NSE co-location case where markets regulator Sebi has found violations of norms by the stock exchange as well as some of its former top level employees, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday. The government and Sebi have received some complaints in the matter of NSE co-location. In a written reply to Rajya Sabha, the minister said that during the investigation into the matter, it was noticed that certain stock brokers got preferential access to the trading system.

ED records statement of ex-NSE MD Chitra Ramkrishna in money laundering case

ED records statement of ex-NSE MD Chitra Ramkrishna in money laundering case

Rediff.com24 May 2022

The Enforcement Directorate has recently recorded the statement of former NSE managing director and chief executive officer Chitra Ramkrishna, lodged inside Delhi's Tihar jail, as part of a money laundering investigation against her and others, officials said Tuesday. The proceedings for recording the statement were conducted on two occasions inside the jail. The statement has been recorded under the criminal sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), they said. Ramkrishna is lodged in the Tihar jail after she was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on March 6 in the alleged National Stock Exchange (NSE) co-location scam case and investigation linked to other governance irregularities at the bourse.

ED grills ex-Mumbai CP Sanjay Pandey in NSE co-location case

ED grills ex-Mumbai CP Sanjay Pandey in NSE co-location case

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

The agency recorded his statement under criminal sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), officials said.

CBI arrests former NSE CEO Chitra Ramkrishna in co-location scam case

CBI arrests former NSE CEO Chitra Ramkrishna in co-location scam case

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

The CBI arrested former National Stock Exchange CEO Chitra Ramkrishna in the co-location scam case on Sunday, officials said. Ramkrishna was arrested in Delhi and taken for medical checkup, they said. She was later lodged in lockup at the CBI headquarters, they said.

Himalayan yogi influenced former NSE MD's decisions: Sebi order

Himalayan yogi influenced former NSE MD's decisions: Sebi order

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

Ramkrishna gave 'frequent, arbitrary and disproportionate' increase in compensation to Subramanian when there was no evidence of any performance evaluation being done for him and nor was there any evidence to satisfy the rating of A+ given to him for giving such high increment.

NSE's Colo Case: Will CBI Do What Sebi Didn't?

NSE's Colo Case: Will CBI Do What Sebi Didn't?

Rediff.com9 May 2022

It is the biggest issue we have ever faced in the securities market, where a sensitive and systemically important institution and first-line regulator was not only exploited by unscrupulous elements but functioned like a private fief, points out Debashis Basu.

'NSE is not just Chitra and Anand alone'

'NSE is not just Chitra and Anand alone'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

'NSE has thousands of employees. It is their institution. So it's a dear family.' 'One should not hurt the morale of these people.'

Sophie: I think even I have a great fan-following

Sophie: I think even I have a great fan-following

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

Excited and nervous about her reality show stint, the actress-singer discusses dance, and her chances at winning.

'Pakistan has more chances of winning in India'

'Pakistan has more chances of winning in India'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2012

Former Pakistan Test captain Inzamamul Haq has rated Pakistan as favourites to win the forthcoming limited-overs series against India.

SA pacer Steyn doubtful for India match

SA pacer Steyn doubtful for India match

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

South Africa captain AB de Villiers tried to put up a brave front as he informed that his premier fast bowler Dale Steyn is a doubtful starter against India in the opening group league encounter of the ICC Champions Trophy in Cardiff, on Thursday.

Why this doctor OPTED to be an IAS officer

Why this doctor OPTED to be an IAS officer

Rediff.com25 May 2013

Dr Vineeth Sukumaran Pillai, who cleared the UPSC exam in his third attempt this year, reveals how he cracked one of the nation's most competitive tests.

In 2013, bet on consumption

In 2013, bet on consumption

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

In India's fifth year of deficit-fuelled poor-quality growth, an investment recovery will still be distant.

'Apple patent claims not related to android system'

'Apple patent claims not related to android system'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2012

Last Friday, technology giant Apple, in a massive victory in its patent case against Samsung, won more than $1 billion after a jury in California found that the South Korean firm violated Apple's patents related to the software and design of mobile devices.

JK: Hizb commander killed in encounter

JK: Hizb commander killed in encounter

Rediff.com9 Oct 2009

A self-styled battalion commander of Hizbul Mujahideen outfit was on Friday killed in an operation jointly carried out by Army and police at Goos on the border of Pulwama-Budgam district.

Gebrselassie fails in Olympic 10,000 bid

Gebrselassie fails in Olympic 10,000 bid

Rediff.com28 May 2012

Former 10,000 metres world record holder Haile Gebrselassie failed to qualify for the London Olympics after finishing seventh at the Fanny Blankers-Koen Games in Hengelo, Netherlands on Sunday.

The Dust Of Development

The Dust Of Development

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

So, what's the problem if our present is screwed up when the future promises to be profitable? It's an Indian habit, notes Shyam G Menon.

Could not give due time to constituency: Khanduri

Could not give due time to constituency: Khanduri

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

Having lost to Congress in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand chief minister B C Khanduri on tried to put up a brave face as he thanked the voters for giving Bharatiya Janata Party their "blessings" in the state and admitted that he could not devote "due time" to his constituency.

Top 10 most popular bikes in India

Top 10 most popular bikes in India

Rediff.com31 May 2012

They've been the lifeline of middle class Indians as well as rich boys' toys. Mansi Malhotra of BikeDekho.com lists out some of the finest bikes on the Indian roads today.

Ashok Burman: The man who gave repackaged Ayurveda

Ashok Burman: The man who gave repackaged Ayurveda

Rediff.com11 Jul 2011

Ashok Chand Burman, the 82-year-old patriarch of the family and chairman of fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) major Dabur Ltd, died on Saturday while on vacation in London, He was instrumental in fundamentally transforming a mid-rung ayurveda company firm into a FMCG major.

I never felt it was my first Test: Praveen Kumar

I never felt it was my first Test: Praveen Kumar

Rediff.com22 Jun 2011

The young medium-pacer from Uttar Pradesh said bowling in his first Test was an enjoyable experience.

Who Is RESPONSIBLE For The NSE Mess?

Who Is RESPONSIBLE For The NSE Mess?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

In all this, the political establishment -- and especially the finance ministry -- appears the weakest link, and worse still, the possible reason for the political backing to Narain and Ramkrishna that emboldened them to defy all the sentinels -- the independent board, the auditors, top management persons like the chief compliance officer, the company secretary, and unbelievably the super-regulator Sebi, observes V Ranganathan.

Google denies 'exit China' rumour

Google denies 'exit China' rumour

Rediff.com12 Mar 2010

Google's spokeswoman Marsha Wang told China Daily on Thursday that the company had not ordered its domestic advertising agents to stop doing business.

World Cup will be a different ball game: Ganguly

World Cup will be a different ball game: Ganguly

Rediff.com6 Dec 2010

The new look Team India under Gautam Gambhir might be on a roll at the moment but it would be a different experience at the World Cup and a series in South Africa would be an ideal preparation, former India captain Sourav Ganguly said.

Inter make 20m pound bid for Mascherano

Inter make 20m pound bid for Mascherano

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

Inter Milan has confirmed that they have made an official 20-million-pound bid for striker Javier Mascherano.

Want to study in the UK? Your questions answered

Want to study in the UK? Your questions answered

Rediff.com4 Aug 2010

EdUK advisors at the British council hosted a chat on studying in the UK with Get Ahead readers on Aug 3. The transcript.

First Look: Kannada film Rajadhani

First Look: Kannada film Rajadhani

Rediff.com2 Jun 2010

The action movie stars Yash, Satya, Chetan Chandra, Ravi Teja and Sandee and is directed by Raghu Jaya.

Sexual queries: 'How to wear a condom'

Sexual queries: 'How to wear a condom'

Rediff.com24 May 2010

Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.

India's exports fall 4.7% in FY10

India's exports fall 4.7% in FY10

Rediff.com6 May 2010

India's exports in 2009-10 fell 4.7 per cent to $176.5 billion, as a late revival in demand failed to fill the vacuum created in the first half.

Querrey wins all-American final in Memphis

Querrey wins all-American final in Memphis

Rediff.com22 Feb 2010

Sam Querrey came back from a set down to overhaul fellow American John Isner 6-7, 7-6, 6-3 and win the Memphis Championships on Sunday.

Gambhir-Raina partnership was crucial: Dhoni

Gambhir-Raina partnership was crucial: Dhoni

Rediff.com28 Jan 2009

India's skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni praised his batsmen's showing in the six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the first ODI, but said there is room for improvement for his bowlers.

Gerrard fit and raring to go against Man City

Gerrard fit and raring to go against Man City

Rediff.com19 Nov 2009

Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard, who recently recovered from a groin injury, said that he is fully fit to take on Manchester City in the Premier League this weekend.

Indian duo's Kosmix to take on Google

Indian duo's Kosmix to take on Google

Rediff.com9 Dec 2008

Two Indian engineers, who missed chances twice to buy Google nearly 10 years ago, have now raked in funds for their own site to rival the search engine giant. The Indian duo have received funds worth $20 million from media and entertainment conglomerate Time Warner for their search site -- Kosmix.

Raju, still a good Samaritan in his village

Raju, still a good Samaritan in his village

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

For the whole world B Ramalinga Raju may be a villain, after the startling revelation of fraud in the company he founded, but for residents of his native village in West Godavari district, he is still a good Samaritan.

Google cost taxpayers $7 bn a year?

Google cost taxpayers $7 bn a year?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2008

Online search giant Google, known for promoting free web-based alternatives to costly software products, has been charged with using 21 times more bandwidth than what it pays for, thus making the Internet costlier for others and costing taxpayers about $7 billion a year.

Perspectives from a legend

Perspectives from a legend

Rediff.com21 Apr 2009

Tabla pioneer Ustad Zakir Hussain presents a series of concerts at Carnegie Hall.

Watch Money Hai if you're a Govinda fan

Watch Money Hai if you're a Govinda fan

Rediff.com25 Jul 2008

After an offbeat debut in Swami, choreographer-turned-director Ganesh Acharya has tried his hand at comedy. And his new film, Money Hai Toh Honey Hai, starring Govinda and a host of actors, sure is funny in parts.

Indians believe globalisation helps growth: Study

Indians believe globalisation helps growth: Study

Rediff.com10 May 2007

A large number of Indians believe that globalisation benefits their country and think that international trade is positive for their economy and the environment, according to a new study.