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Indian taxi driver assaulted in Australia

Indian taxi driver assaulted in Australia

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

In yet another attack on Indians in Australia, a 24-year-old taxi driver has been allegedly abused and assaulted by a passenger and his vehicle damaged in the Victorian city of Ballarat.

PM Modi reiterates India's ambitions to bid for 2036 Olympics

PM Modi reiterates India's ambitions to bid for 2036 Olympics

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Countries like Qatar, and Saudi Arabia are also in the running for the 2036 Games hosting rights and it would take a significant effort from India to upstage their bids.

'Indian-origin Uber driver rapes passenger in Canada'

'Indian-origin Uber driver rapes passenger in Canada'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2015

An Indian-origin Uber driver has allegedly raped a 25-year-old in Canada, prompting police to seek public's help in tracing him.

IPS officer on way to first posting dies in accident

IPS officer on way to first posting dies in accident

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

A 26-year-old IPS officer on his way to take up his first posting died in a road accident in Hassan district of Karnataka, the police said on Monday.

Vande Bharat completes trial run in JK, reaches Srinagar

Vande Bharat completes trial run in JK, reaches Srinagar

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

The train, on its maiden trial run, arrived at Srinagar station in the Nowgam area on Srinagar's outskirts from Katra in Jammu.

On The Beach With Samantha

On The Beach With Samantha

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Fort Kochi's charm lies in its oldness. Put on that cap, lace up your sneakers and those 10,000 steps are easy-peasy!

'Don't Compel Us To Study Hindi!'

'Don't Compel Us To Study Hindi!'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'We are not opposed to any Indian language. We are against Hindi imposition.'

Indian taxi driver attacked, abused in Australia

Indian taxi driver attacked, abused in Australia

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

An Indian taxi driver was attacked, racially abused and his car smashed, as a group of baseball bat wielding youth went about attacking and robbing cab drivers in Melbourne suburbs. The gang ambushed and robbed five taxis in separate incidents in the western suburbs of Melbourne.

Nursery student raped in school bus by driver in Bhopal

Nursery student raped in school bus by driver in Bhopal

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The child, studying in a leading private school, was returning home in the bus when the offence took place.

India to be 3rd largest economy by 2028: Morgan Stanley

India to be 3rd largest economy by 2028: Morgan Stanley

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

India will be the world's third-largest economy by 2028 as it becomes the world's most sought-after consumer market and gains share in global output, driven by macro stability influenced policy and better infrastructure, Morgan Stanley said. From a $3.5 trillion economy in 2023, the Indian economy is projected to expand to $4.7 trillion in 2026, which will make it the fourth largest in the world behind the US, China and Germany.

Mumbai boat tragedy: Ferry was packed beyond capacity

Mumbai boat tragedy: Ferry was packed beyond capacity

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

A ferry carrying over 100 passengers capsized after being hit by a Navy craft off the Gateway of India in Mumbai, killing 13 people, including Navy personnel and two contractual naval employees. The ferry, 'Neel Kamal,' had a capacity of 90 passengers but was carrying over 100 people at the time of the accident. A case has been registered against the Navy craft driver at the Colaba police station. The mangled ferry has been taken to 'Bhaucha Dhakka' in south Mumbai.

NRI driver sentenced for killing medical student

NRI driver sentenced for killing medical student

Rediff.com4 Apr 2006

The Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents said it was 'shocked' at the leniency of the sentence.

Shastri Exposes Pressure Behind India-Pak matches

Shastri Exposes Pressure Behind India-Pak matches

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Shastri, speaking to Sanjana Ganesan on The ICC Review, suggested there's more to it than meets the eye.

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Police have detained the father of a 17-year-old boy allegedly involved in a car accident that killed two persons in Maharashtra's Pune city, an official said on Tuesday.

Siemens stock drops rapidly as management flags growth challenges ahead

Siemens stock drops rapidly as management flags growth challenges ahead

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Siemens's share price has lost ground in the past few sessions following weak management commentary. The management indicated challenges to the growth outlook due to stagnant private capex and concerns over semiconductor shortages for digital industries. Government infra-spending may regain momentum from January 2025.

Institutional investment in real estate jumps 31% to $1.3bn

Institutional investment in real estate jumps 31% to $1.3bn

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The growth was primarily driven by domestic investments, which accounted for 60 per cent of the total inflows during the first quarter of the financial year.

'Bull Market Has Ended'

'Bull Market Has Ended'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'The bull market cycle ran for five years. It's the end of that cycle.' 'The next cycle is a down cycle, and in that down cycle, you will see the Sensex falling from their highs of around 68,000 to maybe 40,000-50,000 at the bottom of the cycle.'

India-Pak Dubai Game Tix Sold Out In Minutes!

India-Pak Dubai Game Tix Sold Out In Minutes!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

An ardent cricket fan told me he was 118,000th in the queue, and within minutes, he received the disappointing news that his hopes of securing a ticket had vanished with all tickets sold out.

'Landmark Moment For Capital Market'

'Landmark Moment For Capital Market'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

DIIs owned equities worth Rs 73.5 trillion, just 1.9 per cent less than FPIs. This marks a significant change from a decade ago.

India on sustainable growth path, says RBI Guv Das

India on sustainable growth path, says RBI Guv Das

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Thursday said the fundamental drivers of the Indian economy are gaining momentum and the country is moving on a sustainable growth path. In the inaugural address at FIBAC 2024, the governor said that massive changes are taking shape in various economic sectors and markets, and the country is geared for orbital shifts.

Army to deploy all-terrain vehicles in northern borders

Army to deploy all-terrain vehicles in northern borders

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The Indian government has initiated the process of procuring All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) for deployment along the northern borders for the Indian Army. The Ministry of Defence has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking vendors who can supply the vehicles. The RFI outlines operational and technical specifications for the ATVs, including a minimum seating capacity of four personnel, disc brakes, automatic transmission, and heliportability by Chinook/Mi26 helicopters.

Meet Uddhav's Muslim Mavalas

Meet Uddhav's Muslim Mavalas

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

'If there is Sabka Saath, then why are you only talking about Hindu-Muslim?'

Ek Badnaam Aashram Season 3 Part 2 Review: More Of The Same

Ek Badnaam Aashram Season 3 Part 2 Review: More Of The Same

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

If Prakash Jha is able to transfer today's social and political reality onto the screen, the future seasons of Aashram might just get a much-needed dose of eyeball-grabbing power, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Gold Prices Surge. What Should You Do?

Gold Prices Surge. What Should You Do?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'If gold's recent surge has increased its allocation beyond 15 per cent in your portfolio, now may be a good time to rebalance.'

'Driving Tests Are A Joke'

'Driving Tests Are A Joke'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

'In the case of a road accident, prevention is the only answer.' 'There's no cure to death or disability when the accident happens, and when it's due to reckless or negligent driving, it's worse because it's avoidable.'

Wrestler Antim back in India post Paris drama

Wrestler Antim back in India post Paris drama

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Antim Panghal returns to India after Olympic controversy

Trump 2.0: Tough Navigation Lies Ahead For India

Trump 2.0: Tough Navigation Lies Ahead For India

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'As the global economy undergoes significant transformations in 2025, India's ability to navigate the complexities of trade wars, financial realignments, and emerging blocs will be pivotal,' explain Harsh V Pant and Soumya Bhowmik.

How Yamuna controversy sank AAP in Delhi

How Yamuna controversy sank AAP in Delhi

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

The BJP's victory in the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections was largely attributed to the Yamuna pollution issue, with the party successfully capitalizing on the backlash from Haryanvi-origin voters who perceived AAP's narrative on the river's pollution as an attack on their home state. The BJP's campaign focused on presenting itself as both the protector of Haryana's honor and the party with a concrete vision for the Yamuna's revival, ultimately leading to AAP's significant decline in the Yamuna belt and rural areas.

Nepal bus tragedy victims from Jalgaon: Fadnavis

Nepal bus tragedy victims from Jalgaon: Fadnavis

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said the passengers onboard the bus that fell 150 metres into a river in central Nepal were from Jalgaon district in the state as per preliminary information, and efforts are on to bring them back.

Man held for attacking Sikh taxi driver in US

Man held for attacking Sikh taxi driver in US

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

Hassanain is being charged with Assault in the Third Degree as a Hate Crime, Assault in the Third Degree, and Aggravated Harassment in the Second Degree, and will be arraigned on Saturday, it added.

Indian taxi driver attacked in New Zealand

Indian taxi driver attacked in New Zealand

Rediff.com23 Mar 2010

An Indian-origin taxi driver was assaulted by a passenger in New Zealand, nearly two months after a cabbie from the community was stabbed to death in the country. Mohinder Singh is recovering at home from injuries received during the attack by a passenger in Brookfield on Sunday morning, New Zealand Herald reported on Tuesday, without identifying the assailant. Singh was among two Tauranga-Mount taxi drivers who were attacked in the past two days.

Pujara on what went wrong for India on Day 2

Pujara on what went wrong for India on Day 2

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara pointed out the inexperience of the Indian batters against the pink ball, highlighting how they played too late, leading to a string of dismissals.

Cab driver reveals details of Harry, Meghan car chase

Cab driver reveals details of Harry, Meghan car chase

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan were 'pretty nervous' as they were chased by paparazzi in New York, according to an Indian-American cab driver who drove the couple for about 10 minutes after picking them up at a police station in Manhattan.

AI Boom Fuels Workforce Upskilling

AI Boom Fuels Workforce Upskilling

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

55% Indians fear that their skills could become partially or fully obsolete within the next five years.

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

There's clearly no limit to how dramatic a wedding can be.

India, Indonesia to replace China as Asia's key growth driver: Morgan Stanley, Nomura

India, Indonesia to replace China as Asia's key growth driver: Morgan Stanley, Nomura

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

India, along with Southeast Asian countries such as Indonesia, is expected to sustain growth in the medium-term in Asia region, replacing China as the key growth driver, Morgan Stanley and Nomura said in two separate reports released on Monday. While Morgan Stanley projected a 6.2 per cent gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for India in FY24, Nomura estimated the Indian economy to grow at 5.9 per cent in 2023. "Even with a slowing China, we expect GDP growth in Asia to sustainably outperform other emerging markets and the US. India and Southeast Asia are set to be the fastest-growing economies this decade.

Modi calls Maha Kumbh 'Maha Yagya of unity', hails UP govt

Modi calls Maha Kumbh 'Maha Yagya of unity', hails UP govt

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has said that over 65 crore people visited the sacred site in Prayagraj since the Maha Kumbh began on January 13.

Bitcoin rally fuels revival hope for Indian crypto exchanges

Bitcoin rally fuels revival hope for Indian crypto exchanges

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

The cryptocurrency exchanges in India have got a fresh lease of life following the bull run in Bitcoin, which briefly hit a new all-time high of more than $69,000. Siddharth Sogani, managing director of CREBACO, expects the price to cross $1,00,000 by the end of the year. This will see a sharp reversal in the Indian market, which has largely been dormant since the new tax regime was implemented in 2023.

'Virat brings theatre to the game'

'Virat brings theatre to the game'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Although he termed it as Indian team's internal matter, Cummins was a touch surprised with Rohit Sharma's decision to drop himself from the playing eleven on account of poor form.

Kerala nurse faces execution in Yemen despite blood money payment

Kerala nurse faces execution in Yemen despite blood money payment

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse sentenced to death in Yemen for the alleged murder of a Yemeni national, faces imminent execution despite the payment of blood money. Despite the lack of bilateral ties between India and war-torn Yemen, family members and human rights activists are clinging to hope for a last-minute pardon. The family has raised funds through a crowdfunding campaign to cover legal fees and negotiations, and is prepared to pay any additional amount required. However, the execution order received presidential approval despite ongoing proceedings, leaving little time for intervention. Priya's family is burdened by debt and seeks urgent support from the Indian government to save her life.