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Bedi asks youngsters to focus on fitness, rhythm

Bedi asks youngsters to focus on fitness, rhythm

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

Spin legend Bishen Singh Bedi on Tuesday advised young and aspiring slow bowlers to focus on rhythmic body movements and fitness to excel at the game.

Aditya Thackeray turns entrepreneur

Aditya Thackeray turns entrepreneur

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Como Stocks & Properties is into property development.

Images: 100 killed in Naxal train attack in WB

Images: 100 killed in Naxal train attack in WB

Rediff.com29 May 2010

At least 120 passengers were feared killed and Hundred passengers were killed and 160 injured after suspected Maoists derailed 13 coaches of Mumbai-bound Gyaneshwari Express leading to a collision with a goods train in West Midnapore district early on Friday.

'A sharp jerk and the coaches overturned...'

'A sharp jerk and the coaches overturned...'

Rediff.com28 May 2010

"It was pitch dark... when I regained my senses, I somehow managed to scramble out of the coach through the emergency window," said Anil Gupta, who was onboard the Maharashtra-bound Gyaneshwari Express, which came under Maoist attack in the wee hours of Friday.

Railway cancels Ispat Express, Janshatabdi Express

Railway cancels Ispat Express, Janshatabdi Express

Rediff.com28 May 2010

In the wake of the Maoist attack on a Mumbai-bound train in West Midnapore district, the South Eastern Railway cancelled the Howrah-Barbil Janshatabdi Express and Howrah-Jamshedpur Ispat Express on Friday.

Indian Army's ammunition stolen from train

Indian Army's ammunition stolen from train

Rediff.com24 May 2010

Seventy-five bullets and electrical devices used by the Army to make explosives were stolen from Guwahati Express while being taken to the Pune ordnance factory, police said on Monday. The theft was discovered when the train arrived at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus station at suburban Chembur on Friday night, they said, adding that a theft case under section 379 of the Indian Penal Code has been registered.

Why movie theatres will thrive after lockdown

Why movie theatres will thrive after lockdown

Rediff.com31 May 2020

Cinema screens bring in over 60% of the Rs 19,100 crore that Indian films earned in 2019. The reception a film gets in theatres impacts the price of every other revenue stream -- TV, OTT, overseas. Vanita Kohli-Khandekar explains why the theatre business is not doomed and why OTT won't become the first window of release.

Mithali's record century powers India 'A' to victory

Mithali's record century powers India 'A' to victory

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

Riding on Mithali Raj's record century, India 'A' defeated their Australian counterparts by 28 runs to take a winning 2-0 lead in the three-match T20 series in Mumbai on Wednesday.

'India have balanced side but World Cup wide open'

'India have balanced side but World Cup wide open'

Rediff.com13 May 2019

The former South African batsman said the Virat Kohli-led India has balance but it's not something which other do not have.

Can you help these 500 nowhere people?

Can you help these 500 nowhere people?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

'It is a ticking time bomb if the authorities don't come forward to help these hapless people.'

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Shaw slams fifty on return from doping ban as Mumbai win

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Shaw slams fifty on return from doping ban as Mumbai win

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

Shaw and Aditya Tare (82 off 48 balls) toyed with a pedestrian Assam attack to help Mumbai post a massive 206 for 5 in the Group 'D' match.

Gangs now targetting criminal lawyers

Gangs now targetting criminal lawyers

Rediff.com4 Apr 2010

Criminal lawyers, defending accused with underworld connections, have themselves now come under the scanner of rival gangs.In the recent past, there has been a spurt in the number of lawyers being attacked, threatened and their offices being ransacked.

Abdulla's maiden Ranji ton hoists Mumbai

Abdulla's maiden Ranji ton hoists Mumbai

Rediff.com2 Nov 2010

A round-up of the second day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches.

Mumbaikars hit as BEST buses go off roads for 16 hrs

Mumbaikars hit as BEST buses go off roads for 16 hrs

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

The BEST workers' union went on strike to press for their demands, including timely payment of salaries.

Jet, Godrej to ink Mumbai land deal soon

Jet, Godrej to ink Mumbai land deal soon

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

Jet Airways had purchased a 2.5-acre plot from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority in March 2008 for Rs 826 crore (Rs 8.26 billion) for developing its global headquarters. However, the airline did not go ahead with the plans and started negotiations to sell off the land.

Mahindra has some good news for Mumbaikars

Mahindra has some good news for Mumbaikars

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

Mahindra launches e-mobility platform 'Glyd' to take on Ola, Uber. Targeted at office-going executives, it offers web-conferencing, curated entertainment and music content from selective partners.

Cash reward for info on Mumbai serial killer

Cash reward for info on Mumbai serial killer

Rediff.com22 Jun 2010

After the Mumbai police's biggest manhunt for a serial rapist and killer failed to give any results, the Maharashtra home department upped its ante against crime against women and children by announcing a cash reward for any information on the suspect's whereabouts.

Why are COVID-19 cases increasing?

Why are COVID-19 cases increasing?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

'We really need to look seriously to see if there are any local variants.'

3 suspected Chhota Rajan men held for Azmi murder

3 suspected Chhota Rajan men held for Azmi murder

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

Three persons have been arrested in connection with the sensational murder case of lawyer Shahid Azmi in Mumbai, the police said.

Bollywood masala at Mirchi Music Awards

Bollywood masala at Mirchi Music Awards

Rediff.com11 Feb 2010

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been upto.

No night trains in Naxal-hit areas: Railways

No night trains in Naxal-hit areas: Railways

Rediff.com29 May 2010

Not keen to take any chances in the wake of the derailment of the Gyaneshwari Express on Friday, the railway ministry has decided to suspend the running of passenger trains for seven hours in the night in Naxal-affected areas, during the Black Week declared by the Left-wing extremists. The decision came after Maoists derailed the Howrah-Kurla Gyaneshwari Express in West Midnapore district of West Bengal in the wee hours of Friday, killing more than 100 people.

Worried relatives seek more information on mishap

Worried relatives seek more information on mishap

Rediff.com28 May 2010

Anxious relatives of passengers in the Howrah-Mumbai Express, which was targeted by Maoists on Friday morning, are desperately calling up helpline numbers in Mumbai to know the status of their near and dear ones.Maoists blasted rail tracks in West Midnapore district in West Bengal in the wee hours of Friday, derailing 13 coaches of the Mumbai-bound Howrah-Kurla Lokmanya Tilak Gyaneshwari Super Deluxe Express. Five coaches were hit by a goods train, leaving at least 65 dead.

I need your votes, not applause: Bal Thackeray

I need your votes, not applause: Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com1 May 2010

It was supposed to be a Maharashtra Day speech, however for Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray turned it into a Sena rally.

Mumbai police crack Hyderabad techie Esther's murder case

Mumbai police crack Hyderabad techie Esther's murder case

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

Nearly two months after Hyderabad techie Esther Anuhya went missing and was found murdered in Mumbai, city police on Monday claimed to have cracked the case with the arrest of a proclaimed offender, who allegedly made a failed attempt to rape the victim but later burnt her body partially.

Heavy rains leave Mumbai crawling yet again

Heavy rains leave Mumbai crawling yet again

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

Mumbaikars travelling to work faced a harrowing time on Tuesday morning owing to waterlogging caused by the incessant rain since Monday night.

David Guetta's Mumbai concert rescheduled to Jan 15

David Guetta's Mumbai concert rescheduled to Jan 15

Rediff.com14 Jan 2017

The Grammy-award winning music star will now perform in Mumbai and Delhi on the same day.

Guess what Sachin's most memorable Ranji game is?

Guess what Sachin's most memorable Ranji game is?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

Tendulkar pointed out that Mumbai's success percentage in Ranji games was 47 per cent. 'If I say it's unbelievable it's an understatement.'

PHOTOS: Mumbai slows down as rains lash city

PHOTOS: Mumbai slows down as rains lash city

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

On Thursday, the city witnessed traffic jams due to heavy rains.

I-T dept has huge land bank, yet spends Rs 1,000 cr on rent

I-T dept has huge land bank, yet spends Rs 1,000 cr on rent

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

The tax department was given the land at Mumbai's posh location, measuring 2,786 square metre, with a minimum capacity of 100,000 sq ft, in 1992. Instead of constructing an office building, the department recently took a few floors on rent at the nearby Air India building.

Mumbai's Nariman Point bounces back!

Mumbai's Nariman Point bounces back!

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

After years of playing second fiddle to newer areas such as Bandra Kurla Complex and Andheri in Mumbai, Nariman Point, once the most coveted address in Mumbai and the country's first central business district (CBD), is bouncing back with a vengeance.

RIL close to selling BKC land to Wadhwa Group

RIL close to selling BKC land to Wadhwa Group

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

The deal is expected to be around Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) in size and will take a month to conclude, a person involved with the talks between the two groups said. The plot is a part of the 18.5-acre land RIL had bought in 2006 from Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority for Rs 1,104 crore (Rs 11.04 billion) in an auction.

Heavy rain leaves Mumbai water-logged

Heavy rain leaves Mumbai water-logged

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

"Water logging was reported in central Mumbai's Byculla, Parel, Mahalaxmi, Mahim, Goregaon and Milan Subway in the western suburbs following the rains," a Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) official said.

Hot cars you would love to drive!

Hot cars you would love to drive!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

From high-performance cars and customised bikes to accessories and in-car entertainment technology, the Autocar Performance Show 2014 held in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex turned out to be paradise for car lovers.

'Rs 4 lakh added to Khan's account before blasts'

'Rs 4 lakh added to Khan's account before blasts'

Rediff.com11 May 2010

The Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad said on Tuesday that Rs 4 lakh was deposited in the account of Mulund explosion accused Wazhul Kamar Khan, a few months before the blasts in the metropolis during 2002-2003.

Mumbai to be developed as a global financial hub: Fadnavis

Mumbai to be developed as a global financial hub: Fadnavis

Rediff.com19 Apr 2015

Government will create conducive environment for fund managers: CM

Rate cuts,offers bring first-timers to realty mart

Rate cuts,offers bring first-timers to realty mart

Rediff.com28 Mar 2009

First-time home buyers have stayed away from the market ever since developers, in a bid to cash in on the market sentiment, focused on launching luxurious projects, bigger in size and priced beyond the reach of average buyers. Property prices across India more than tripled from 2003-07, owing to rising incomes, mortgage availability at inexpensive rates, higher tax benefits and speculators flocking to the market.

Notice to Mumbai Police on alleged fake encounter

Notice to Mumbai Police on alleged fake encounter

Rediff.com31 Jul 2009

Rahul Raj, was killed in a shootout with the police at suburban Kurla after he fired indiscriminately and threatened passengers in the bus. Rahul reportedly claimed that he had come to the city to kill Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Raj Thackeray.

Flood warning in Mumbai, Mithi overflows

Flood warning in Mumbai, Mithi overflows

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

Normal life has thrown out of gear in the city owing to heavy overnight rains that led to severe water logging in many parts and badly disrupted road, rail and air traffic.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

A recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

England women beat India by two wickets

England women beat India by two wickets

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

England women got the better of their Indian counterparts by two wickets off the last ball in the first T20 International at the MCA's Bandra-Kurla Complex ground in Mumbai on Thursday.