Plea in HC against allowing same sex marriage under Hindu Marriage Act

A plea came up before the Delhi high court on Friday seeking that same sex marriage not be permitted under the Hindu Marriage Act as in Hinduism tying of the nuptial knot is allowed only between a......

2024 May Witness More Natural Disasters

'The Weather Channel argues that India faces the gravest challenge: Climate change-induced health vulnerability.' 'This is an issue often neglected, alerts Claude Arpi: "Prolonged summers,......

Nepal quake triggered Sikkim flash floods? Scientists to find out

Scientists are exploring whether the strong earthquake that struck Nepal and the surrounding region on Tuesday is responsible for the south Lhonak lake outburst, which triggered a flash flood in......

HC asks Centre to respond on same sex marriages plea

The Delhi high court on Thursday asked the Centre to respond to a PIL seeking a declaration recognising same sex marriages under the Hindu Marriage Act and Special Marriage Act. Issuing notice to......

IPO market revival still some time away, say analysts

It is pouring heavily not only in North India, but at Dalal Street too. However, the latter is seeing a flurry of initial public offers (IPOs). Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com After a busy......

Diebold acquires stakes in Indian arm

NYSE-listed Diebold Inc on Wednesday announced acquisition of 50 per cent stake in its India arm Diebold HMA Pvt Ltd from HMA Data Systems Pvt Ltd.After the acquisition, the joint venture sales and......