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Hailstorm lashes Delhi, day temperature drops; cloudy sky likely on Monday

Hailstorm lashes Delhi, day temperature drops; cloudy sky likely on Monday

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

Hailstorms were reported at various parts of the national capital including Palam, Chilpighat and Ayanagar, the IMD said.

Haryana CM seeks more central forces to curb violence

Haryana CM seeks more central forces to curb violence

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Wednesday sought four additional companies of central forces following communal clashes in the state and said a battalion of the India Reserve Battalion will also be deployed in Nuh.

Not our member: VHP washes hands of Bittu Bajrangi

Not our member: VHP washes hands of Bittu Bajrangi

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

"Raj Kumar alias Bittu Bajrangi, who is said to be a Bajrang Dal worker, has never had any relation with Bajrang Dal. The Vishva Hindu Parishad also does not consider the content of the video allegedly released by him to be appropriate," the right-wing outfit said in a statement.

Housing sales up 36% in Q2 in top 7 cities

Housing sales up 36% in Q2 in top 7 cities

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Housing sales rose 36 per cent year-on-year to a record 120,280 units across seven major cities during the July-September period on robust demand amid stable mortgage rate, according to Anarock. Housing sales stood at 88,230 units in the year-ago period across the seven major cities. Releasing the data, real estate consultant Anarock said average housing prices across the seven cities grew 11 per cent annually in the July-September period this year.

'Azaadi ka amrit kaal was used to grant remission to rapists'

'Azaadi ka amrit kaal was used to grant remission to rapists'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'I see this judgment as a chance to say 'Boo' to the dark. But we shouldn't lose sight of the larger darkness that we have to keep fighting in everyday ways.'

Cong MLA Mamman Khan held for Nuh violence; Sec 144 clamped, Internet shut

Cong MLA Mamman Khan held for Nuh violence; Sec 144 clamped, Internet shut

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Congress MLA Mamman Khan has been arrested in connection with the July 31 Nuh violence case, police said on Friday.

E-cars Sales May Surge 30%-40% In 2024

E-cars Sales May Surge 30%-40% In 2024

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

If electric cars with a real range of more than 400 km are launched, the anxiety regarding the charging points will come down, and more people will buy EVs.

Gurugram: Made to wait for 2 hours, woman delivers prematurely in hospital toilet

Gurugram: Made to wait for 2 hours, woman delivers prematurely in hospital toilet

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

The woman was so scared about the bleeding that she did not realise her foetus was aborted in the toilet.

Trade generics growth to dent value expansion of domestic drug market

Trade generics growth to dent value expansion of domestic drug market

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Rising penetration of trade generic medicines is eating into the value growth of the domestic pharmaceutical market, showed a recent analysis. According to a Kotak Institutional Equities analysis, 70-110 basis points (bps) annual dent is expected from trade generics and Jan Aushadhi on Indian Pharma Market (IPM) growth at least until FY27-28 (see chart). Trade generic medicines are those that are not pushed into the market through doctor promotions.

Delhi's air quality likely to dip, anti-pollution plan kicks in

Delhi's air quality likely to dip, anti-pollution plan kicks in

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Delhi's 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) stood at 248 on Saturday.

Shami All Set To Take Brands By Storm

Shami All Set To Take Brands By Storm

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Last month, Puma roped in Shami as its brand ambassador, joining the likes of Virat Kohli and Usain Bolt on its roster.

More structures razed on 3rd day in violence-hit Nuh

More structures razed on 3rd day in violence-hit Nuh

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Around 15 other temporary structures were also demolished as part of the drive, police said.

India's Big Guns Firing On Capex Front

India's Big Guns Firing On Capex Front

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'Interim Budget has ignited the entrepreneurial spirit.'

Afternoon rain multiplies Delhi's woes amid flood, main roads still inundated

Afternoon rain multiplies Delhi's woes amid flood, main roads still inundated

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Floodwaters of the overflowing Yamuna reached the entrance of the Supreme Court in Central Delhi on Friday as the regulator of the Delhi irrigation and flood control department at Indraprastha suffered damage on Thursday evening.

'Air Pollution Leads To Type 2 Diabetes'

'Air Pollution Leads To Type 2 Diabetes'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

'Pollution acts as an endocrine disruptor.' 'When it acts as an endocrine disruptor it has an effect on the endocrine system of the human body and the effect on the pancreas is an important one.' 'The way you get type two diabetes is due to two defects.' 'One is the pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin.' 'The other physiological defect is insulin resistance.'

Over 10,000 new Covid cases reported after 8 months

Over 10,000 new Covid cases reported after 8 months

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

The number of active cases has increased to 44,998, the data updated on Thursday showed.

Rapido drives cabs into Uber, Ola lane

Rapido drives cabs into Uber, Ola lane

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

There's a hint of new competition riding into a sector that has attracted attention for being in a duopoly-like situation. Rapido, a commute app known for its budget-friendly bike-taxi services, on Tuesday announced its entry into the cab market, which is currently dominated by marquee brands Uber and Ola. Rapido's cab foray will be enabled by a software as a service (SaaS)-based platform.

Four quakes rock Nepal, one of 6.2 intensity; north India feels tremors

Four quakes rock Nepal, one of 6.2 intensity; north India feels tremors

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Four earthquakes, the strongest being of magnitude 6.2, jolted Nepal in quick succession with tremors reverberating through parts of north India including Delhi-NCR, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said on Tuesday.

Cong names Pilot loyalists among 43 candidates in second Rajasthan list

Cong names Pilot loyalists among 43 candidates in second Rajasthan list

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Two ministers who raised the banner of revolt with former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot during the political crisis also find their names in the list.

Role of 2 outfits being probed in Parliament security breach

Role of 2 outfits being probed in Parliament security breach

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Four persons arrested in connection with the security breach in Parliament have been charged under the anti-terror law UAPA besides sections of the Indian Penal Code, police sources said on Thursday as security agencies were on the hunt to nab the alleged mastermind.

New rapid train service to be called Namo Bharat

New rapid train service to be called Namo Bharat

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Trains of the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, will be known as 'Namo Bharat', Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced on Thursday.

Daewoo plans India comeback in new avatar, to launch electronics, EV

Daewoo plans India comeback in new avatar, to launch electronics, EV

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Posco Daewoo, the South Korean conglomerate whose Cielo sedan and Matiz hatchback were once the pride of Indian car owners, is looking to re-enter India. And its return journey is riding on plans to sell electric bikes and e-cycles. The company termed India's robust economic growth and surging consumer demand as reasons behind its comeback plans, saying they make India "one of the world's most promising consumer markets," according to Y S Choi, general manager, Posco Daewoo South Korea.

India logs 7,633 new cases; active cases rise to 61,233

India logs 7,633 new cases; active cases rise to 61,233

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

The death toll has increased to 5,31,152 with 11 deaths.

Nuh: Structures 'used for pelting stones' bulldozed

Nuh: Structures 'used for pelting stones' bulldozed

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Authorities in Nuh district Sunday razed some illegal structures including a hotel from where stones were allegedly pelted on a religious procession last week, even as a mahapanchayat was held in support of four men arrested over arson at a mosque and the death of its junior imam.

Nuh violence: How a judge, her 3-year-old daughter escaped narrowly

Nuh violence: How a judge, her 3-year-old daughter escaped narrowly

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

When they were returning from the medical college, about 100-150 rioters attacked them near the old bus stand on Delhi-Alwar road

Here Comes The Sun

Here Comes The Sun

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Gurugram in Haryana witnessed a scalding 48.1 degrees Celsius, the highest since May 10, 1966, when the city logged 49 degrees Celsius.

Former JD-U chief Sharad Yadav dies at 75, condolences pour in

Former JD-U chief Sharad Yadav dies at 75, condolences pour in

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

A statement from the Fortis Memorial Research Institute said Yadav was brought to the emergency ward in an unconscious and unresponsive state.

Active Covid cases in India rise with 5,357 new infections

Active Covid cases in India rise with 5,357 new infections

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

While three deaths were reported from Gujarat, two were from Himachal Pradesh and one each from Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh besides one reconciled by Kerala, the data updated at 8 am stated.

Satish Kaushik death: Farmhouse owner's wife alleges foul play

Satish Kaushik death: Farmhouse owner's wife alleges foul play

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

The Delhi Police on Sunday said it will question the estranged wife of the owner of the farmhouse, where actor-filmmaker Satish Kaushik attended a party a day before his death, following her allegation that her husband 'was planning to get rid' of him.

6 dead as school bus driving on wrong side of road rams SUV

6 dead as school bus driving on wrong side of road rams SUV

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

The bus had gone to Delhi and was plying on the wrong side of the expressway after refilling CNG near Ghazipur border.

Shehar Lakhot Review: Boring!

Shehar Lakhot Review: Boring!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Plenty happens over the show -- riots, nefarious schemes, betrayal and multiple murders -- which should have made for a riveting watch but everything evokes déjà vu and worse, sighs Deepa Gahlot.

2 charred bodies in car: Raj cops nab man linked to cow vigilante group

2 charred bodies in car: Raj cops nab man linked to cow vigilante group

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The family members of the deceased had named five men linked to the Bajrang Dal in their complaint to the police.

Haryana couple accused of harassing minor domestic help sacked from jobs

Haryana couple accused of harassing minor domestic help sacked from jobs

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

The public relations agency for which the woman worked and the insurance company where her husband was employed announced their termination on Twitter.

Odd-even on anvil as Delhi's air quality dips close to 'severe plus'

Odd-even on anvil as Delhi's air quality dips close to 'severe plus'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

An improvement in the wind speed November 21 onwards might bring air pollution levels down.

Real estate sector bats for green spaces

Real estate sector bats for green spaces

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Bengaluru recorded the highest green building stock at 140 million square feet, followed by Delhi-National Capital Region at 74 msf, and Hyderabad at 72 msf for Grade A office buildings as of September 2023.

R-Day parade rehearsal curbs hit Delhi traffic; commuters stranded for hours

R-Day parade rehearsal curbs hit Delhi traffic; commuters stranded for hours

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

Major roads in and around Delhi including on the DND flyover and Ghazipur border were affected from the morning rush hours till around 2 pm.

SC relief to US boy in need of liver transplant from Indian cousin

SC relief to US boy in need of liver transplant from Indian cousin

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Making it clear that its decision will not be treated as "precedent for any other case", the top court, in a compassionate verdict, accorded primacy to saving the life of the child who was admitted to a private hospital in Gurugram for treatment of decompensated biliary cirrhosis (DBC).

Lone Congress MP from Maharashtra Balu Dhanorkar dead

Lone Congress MP from Maharashtra Balu Dhanorkar dead

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Dhanorkar was 47 years old and is survived by wife Pratibha, an MLA, and two sons.

After Nuh, Can Khattar Win Third Term?

After Nuh, Can Khattar Win Third Term?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

If the CM can steer the BJP into forming a government for a third term, he will have achieved a unique place in the party's history -- Mewat notwithstanding.

How BAD Is The Job Market?

How BAD Is The Job Market?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

More people working in India's technology industry have lost their jobs in the first six months of 2023 than in the corresponding period in 2022.