News for 'holidays'

Violence erupts during mosque survey in UP; 3 killed

Violence erupts during mosque survey in UP; 3 killed

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

Three people were killed and scores of others, including around 20 security personnel and four personnel of the administration, were injured as protesters opposing a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh clashed with police on Sunday.

Janhvi-Khushi Are Seeing YOU!

Janhvi-Khushi Are Seeing YOU!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

John unveils his next movie... Nimrat on a movie she cherishes...Varun, Ranveer, Aditya watch some fighting...

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Equity investors will track the trading activity of foreign investors, global trends and ongoing earnings results for further cues, and benchmark indices may continue to witness consolidation in a holiday-shortened week amid the monthly derivatives expiry, analysts said. Markets fell sharply last week amid massive foreign capital outflows and dismal Q2 earnings so far. Weakness in the markets might continue in the near term amid cautiousness among investors ahead of the US presidential election early next month, an expert said.

Pretty, Perfect Meenaakshi

Pretty, Perfect Meenaakshi

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

The Greatest Of All Time's Meenaakshi Chaudhary is proof that a little class goes a long way.

FPIs withdraw Rs 27,142 cr in 3 trading sessions of Oct

FPIs withdraw Rs 27,142 cr in 3 trading sessions of Oct

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Foreign investors turned net sellers in October, offloading shares worth Rs 27,142 crore in just the first three days of October due to intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran, a sharp rise in crude oil prices, and improved performance of Chinese markets. The outflow came after FPI investment reached a nine-month high of Rs 57,724 crore in September. Since June, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have consistently bought equities after withdrawing Rs 34,252 crore in April-May.

Markets settle lower dragged by IT stocks ahead of US Fed decision

Markets settle lower dragged by IT stocks ahead of US Fed decision

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

From the 30 Sensex firms, Tata Consultancy Services and HCL Technologies dropped over 3 per cent each. Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Sun Pharma and Tata Motors were the other major laggards. Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, Nestle, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and State Bank of India were among the biggest gainers.

'Take Back Laadki Bahin Money, Just Stop Mehngai'

'Take Back Laadki Bahin Money, Just Stop Mehngai'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

'We are happy that the money has come to us immediately after it was announced.' 'For once, the government did what it promised.'

'Maharashtra Is Not UP'

'Maharashtra Is Not UP'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'Young people say they know all this emphasis on Hindu-Muslim differences is politically motivated.' 'If you stop watching TV and turn off social media, you'll find the situation on the ground different.'

What's On Pragya's Mind?

What's On Pragya's Mind?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

The actor loves playing dress up.

What Makes Janhvi Sparkle

What Makes Janhvi Sparkle

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Vaani gets phone-busy... Sonal on a holiday...Harshvardhan studies for his exams...

Sensex climbs 98 points to hit lifetime high

Sensex climbs 98 points to hit lifetime high

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

NTPC was the biggest gainer on the Sensex chart, rising 2.44 per cent, followed by JSW Steel, Larsen & Toubro, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Nestle, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Steel. Bajaj Finance declined over 3 per cent. Hindustan Unilever, Bajaj Finserv, Adani Port and Asian Paints were the other laggards.

Rubina's WONDERFUL Holiday

Rubina's WONDERFUL Holiday

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Television hottie Rubina Dilaik zoomed of to Maldives along with her hubby Abhinav Shukla to celebrate his 39th birthday in style.

8 killed, over 800 relocated as heavy rains batter Gujarat

8 killed, over 800 relocated as heavy rains batter Gujarat

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

In view of the widespread rains and 'red alert' for extremely heavy showers issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for several districts, control rooms are working round the clock to monitor the situation and help stranded people, he said.

Sara's Pretty Hot Vacay Style

Sara's Pretty Hot Vacay Style

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

A holiday carries the promise of breathtaking outfits and Sara Ali Khan rarely disappoints.

Sebi to auction 27 properties of Rose Valley group worth Rs 63.26 crore on Nov 25

Sebi to auction 27 properties of Rose Valley group worth Rs 63.26 crore on Nov 25

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Capital markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday said it will auction 27 properties of Rose Valley group of companies on November 25 at a reserve price of Rs 63.26 crore in a bid to recover money raised by the firm from the public through illicit schemes. The properties to go under the hammer include flats, buildings, land parcels and hotels located in West Bengal and Bihar, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) said in a notice. The e-auction will be conducted on November 25 between 11 am to 1 pm.

Biden celebrates Diwali at Whited House, Desis in attendance

Biden celebrates Diwali at Whited House, Desis in attendance

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

United States President Joe Biden on Monday hosted a Diwali celebration at the White House that was attended by more than 600 eminent Indian Americans, including Congressmen, officials, and corporate executives, from across the country.

Weddings, Winter Can Damage Your Skin

Weddings, Winter Can Damage Your Skin

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Over-exfoliating can irritate your skin and lead to dryness. During winter months, limit exfoliation to once or twice a week, depending on your skin type, advises Dinyar Workingboxwala, celebrity aesthetician and co-founder of the beauty products brand, BiE.

Kamala Harris recalls her Diwali visits to India in campaign op-ed

Kamala Harris recalls her Diwali visits to India in campaign op-ed

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris, who is the Democratic presidential candidate, in an op-ed on Saturday, recollected her frequent visit to India as a child, and her mother's mission to cure cancer.

Will Singham Again Earn 300 Cr Plus?

Will Singham Again Earn 300 Cr Plus?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

With the Ramayana as the central element, the coming together of Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh and Tiger Shroff along with Kareena Kapoor and Deepika Padukone upped the superstar quotient further.

Assam employees granted 2-day leave to spend with parents, in-laws

Assam employees granted 2-day leave to spend with parents, in-laws

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The special leaves cannot be used for personal enjoyment and those without parents or parents-in-laws will not be eligible for the leaves, it added.

Rakul's Bikini Beach Holiday

Rakul's Bikini Beach Holiday

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Rakul Singh is living it up in the Maldives, and she has pictures to prove it!

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Our politicians need to take a leaf out of Mr Trump's personalised merchandise sale: It keeps his image in the public eye, continuing to engage him differently and innovatively with his supporters, points out Sandeep Goyal.

How Sensex, Nifty will fare this week

How Sensex, Nifty will fare this week

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Global trends, trading activity of foreign investors and domestic macroeconomic data announcements would dictate terms in the equity market in a holiday-shortened week ahead, analysts said. Equity markets would remain closed on Wednesday for Gandhi Jayanti. "Looking ahead, it will be interesting to monitor Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and their flow into India.

Stree 2 Earns Rs 400 Crore By Second Weekend

Stree 2 Earns Rs 400 Crore By Second Weekend

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Only four Hindi films have gone past the Rs 400 crore mark: Pathaan, Gadar 2, Jawan and Animal.

Priyanka Twins With Malti Marie

Priyanka Twins With Malti Marie

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Unlike us, our celebrities don't need an excuse to go on holidays every now and then. So who's holidaying where? Let's find out!

4 killed in rain havoc in Pune; Army, NDRF called in

4 killed in rain havoc in Pune; Army, NDRF called in

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

The IMD issued a 'red alert' for Pune district and asked people to take precautions.

What Is Katrina Dreaming About?

What Is Katrina Dreaming About?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Tiger shows off his abs... Huma holidays with friends...Shehnaaz feels like sunshine...

Vaani's Sunshine Moment

Vaani's Sunshine Moment

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Nidhhi's dreamy day... Taapsee goes gulaabi... Kirti promotes her show...

Lolo And Bebo's Maldives Holiday

Lolo And Bebo's Maldives Holiday

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

The Kapoor sisters -- Karisma and Kareena -- lived it up in the Maldives along with their children, Samaira, Kiaan, Taimur and Jeh.

Looking At Ananya's Bikini Holiday

Looking At Ananya's Bikini Holiday

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Even as the Internet can't get over Ananya Panday's rumoured romance with Aditya Roy Kapur, she gives the Web something else to talk about: Her recent trip to Spain and Portugal.

Sobhita Sends Us Love

Sobhita Sends Us Love

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Meet Anushka's partner-in-crime... Lara misses Vasu...Aamna chases sunsets in Santorini...

5 dead as rain brings Bengaluru to its knees

5 dead as rain brings Bengaluru to its knees

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

At least five people were killed in separate rain-related incidents on Tuesday in Bengaluru, which has been reeling under incessant rains for the past three days causing widespread flooding in several residential areas and turning roads into virtual rivers.

Janhvi, Girl In A Pearl Sari

Janhvi, Girl In A Pearl Sari

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Pooja prances in Dubai... Aahana's advice...Neha and Aisha in Thailand...

Central govt employees get half-day holiday on Jan 22

Central govt employees get half-day holiday on Jan 22

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

When contacted, Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh told PTI that the decision has been taken in view of the "overwhelming" public sentiments.

Rhea Starts A New Chapter

Rhea Starts A New Chapter

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Bhumi holidays in Paris... Huma prays at Ajmer... Janhvi visits her mother's Chennai home...

Maha polls: Parties need to justify picking tainted nominees, says CEC

Maha polls: Parties need to justify picking tainted nominees, says CEC

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Besides disclosing in their affidavits, candidates have to prominently declare criminal cases they are facing, if any, thrice in newspapers in print as well on television, he said, adding that political parties too have to publish within three days of nomination why a candidate with criminal background was selected. "You (political parties) have to tell the public whether you did not get any (other) candidate and why was it necessary to select them (those with criminal background)," he said.

Recipe: Jayanti's Rice Laddoos

Recipe: Jayanti's Rice Laddoos

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The sweet taste of a laddoo is believed to attract prosperity and abundance.

Like Rakul Singh's Tropical Beachwear?

Like Rakul Singh's Tropical Beachwear?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

If you're wondering what to pack for your beach holiday, well, these divas have got you covered!

Sensex plunges 1,769 pts to 3-week low, investors lose Rs 9.78 lakh cr

Sensex plunges 1,769 pts to 3-week low, investors lose Rs 9.78 lakh cr

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

From the 30 Sensex firms, Larsen & Toubro, Reliance Industries, Axis Bank, Asian Paints, Tata Motors, Bajaj Finance, Maruti, Bajaj Finserv, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Titan, Adani Ports and HDFC Bank were the major laggards. JSW Steel emerged as the only gainer.

Lakshadweep admin ends system of school holiday on Fridays

Lakshadweep admin ends system of school holiday on Fridays

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

Official sources said the administration modified the school timings and regular school activities to ensure "optimum utilization of resources, proper engagement of learners and necessary planning of teaching learning process".