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Shinde govt cuts VAT on fuel, reverses many MVA decisions

Shinde govt cuts VAT on fuel, reverses many MVA decisions

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

The Maharashtra government has decided to reduce the value added tax (VAT) on petrol and diesel by Rs 5 and Rs 3 per litre respectively, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said in Mumbai on Thursday.

'People are suddenly treating me like a star'

'People are suddenly treating me like a star'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

'Once I left my photographs at Ram Gopal Varma's office.' 'I told a friend I was concerned no one had contacted me. My friend said, "Itni jaldi nahin hota idhar. Time lagega".'

Monsoon's back! Mumbaikars reel under heavy rains

Monsoon's back! Mumbaikars reel under heavy rains

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

The metropolis has received heavy rains in the last 24 hours.

HC spares 4 Lashkar terrorists death, sentences them to 10-year jail

HC spares 4 Lashkar terrorists death, sentences them to 10-year jail

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

All the four were found guilty of "conspiracy" to wage war against the government of India and sentenced to 10 years rigorous imprisonment.

Ready To Fight Terrorists!

Ready To Fight Terrorists!

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

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Hawkers' eviction uncovers a piece of Mumbai history

Hawkers' eviction uncovers a piece of Mumbai history

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Unaware of the historical marker outside Bandra railway station, hawkers used it to display their wares, reports Anil Singh.

Suicides Highlight HR Ailment At Public Sector Banks

Suicides Highlight HR Ailment At Public Sector Banks

Rediff.com5 May 2023

It may sound bizarre, but incidents of public sector bankers dying by suicide could probably equal the number of such bankers quitting their jobs, reveals Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Cong caused spread of Covid in UP, Uttarakhand: PM in LS

Cong caused spread of Covid in UP, Uttarakhand: PM in LS

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

During the first wave, when people were following lockdown guidelines suggesting that they stay where they are, the Congress was standing at Mumbai station and scaring innocent people, he said.

Where are 'acche din' if commuters face problems, asks Sena

Where are 'acche din' if commuters face problems, asks Sena

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

Criticising authorities over handling of commuter rage and breakdown of suburban train services last week, the Shiv Sena on Monday mocked the Centre's promise of 'acche din' and asked where are the good days assured to the people.

COVID-19 hits Ranji Trophy preparations

COVID-19 hits Ranji Trophy preparations

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

Blow for Bengal's Ranji preparation as 7 members test COVID positive

Mumbai Police goes social to know public mood

Mumbai Police goes social to know public mood

Rediff.com14 Jul 2013

In a first-of-its-kind initiative in the country, the Mumbai Police has started tracking public views and sentiments on social media platforms to step-up its preparedness in handling sensitive issues and protests.

AWS upbeat on India market, sees massive headroom for growth in cloud adoption

AWS upbeat on India market, sees massive headroom for growth in cloud adoption

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Within days of announcing mega investments for building in Hyderabad its second data centre cluster in India, Amazon Web Services (AWS) on Monday said it is excited about the India market, where cloud adoption offers massive headroom for growth. Pledging its long-term commitment to the India market, AWS, Amazon's cloud computing unit, said it expects global uncertainties to accelerate the decisions by companies to opt for flexible, on-demand cloud infrastructure to pare costs, gain efficiencies and drive business innovation. "Cloud reacts well to uncertainty," Puneet Chandok, president - commercial business, AWS India and South Asia, Amazon Internet Services Pvt Ltd (AISPL) told PTI.

Lessons from Bollywood: How to wear a mask

Lessons from Bollywood: How to wear a mask

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Sukanya Verma suggests that one can take a leaf from these Bollywood movies and see the extent folks can go to cover their prized faces.

Man chops live-in partner's body into 35 pieces, dumps it across Delhi

Man chops live-in partner's body into 35 pieces, dumps it across Delhi

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

According to police officials, 28-year-old Aftab Poonawala of Mumbai has been arrested in the case, and some severed body parts of the woman, Shraddha Walkar, have been recovered.

Motormen call off flash strike in Mumbai

Motormen call off flash strike in Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

Lakhs of commuters on the Western Railway's suburban lines breathed a sigh of relief after over 200 motormen called off their flash strike following negotiations with the management.

Dear Mr Modi. Congratulations, but...

Dear Mr Modi. Congratulations, but...

Rediff.com26 May 2016

As the NDA government completes two years in office, there are more questions on Swarupa Dutt's mind than answers.

Lockdown-like curbs extended in Maharashtra till June 1

Lockdown-like curbs extended in Maharashtra till June 1

Rediff.com13 May 2021

The Maharashtra government on Thursday extended the lockdown-like restrictions in the state till June 1 to break the chain of COVID-19.

How I lost 15 kg by walking 10,000 steps every day

How I lost 15 kg by walking 10,000 steps every day

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Balaji Surywanshi reveals how he lost 15 kilos in two months by walking 10,000 steps.

Rains hit Konkan Railway services, 6000 passengers stranded in Maharashtra

Rains hit Konkan Railway services, 6000 passengers stranded in Maharashtra

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Nearly 6,000 passengers were stranded as train services on the Konkan Railway route in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district were suspended on Thursday after a river overflowed following heavy rains, while incessant downpour badly hit road and rail traffic in several parts of the state, including around Mumbai, as authorities called in NDRF to help the administration in rescue efforts.

Set aside political rivalries to work for people: Uddhav's peace pipe to BJP

Set aside political rivalries to work for people: Uddhav's peace pipe to BJP

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Thackeray was speaking virtually after the inauguration of a water taxi service, linking Navi Mumbai to south Mumbai, and the Belapur jetty in the neighbouring township.

India, US Troops Play Kabaddi In Alaska

India, US Troops Play Kabaddi In Alaska

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

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Luxury Carmakers Eye Small Towns

Luxury Carmakers Eye Small Towns

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Many of these companies have a waiting period from 6-18 months now, indicating a rise in demand.

'Local Boy' Paes chasing another U.S. Open doubles title

'Local Boy' Paes chasing another U.S. Open doubles title

Rediff.com8 Sep 2013

Leander Paes and Radek Stepanek will attempt to follow their victory over the Bryan brothers by toppling the Austria-Brazil pairing of Alexander Peya and Bruno Soares in the U.S. Open men's doubles final on Sunday.

Preparation For Biparjoy Paid Dividends

Preparation For Biparjoy Paid Dividends

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

No lives were lost after cyclone Biparjoy made landfall. Preparations for Biparjoy were not only extensive, they were also telecast far and wide. Ahead of the cyclone's landfall, Shyam G Menon observes there was considerable publicity on how much the government was geared up to face the storm and its aftermath.

Locals mourn closure of Parle G's 87-year-old factory, miss 'aroma' of biscuits

Locals mourn closure of Parle G's 87-year-old factory, miss 'aroma' of biscuits

Rediff.com31 Jul 2016

The factory, which had become synonymous with Vile Parle station, is being shut down due to lowering production output

Kartik Aaryan: 'I want to be number one!'

Kartik Aaryan: 'I want to be number one!'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

'It has been a roller coaster ride for me. When I look back, there is only one word with which I can express my journey: Gratitude.'

When Paris experienced Mumbai's 26/11 terror moment

When Paris experienced Mumbai's 26/11 terror moment

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

The horrific terrorist attack in Paris has been described as the copycat version of the 2008 Mumbai assault by security experts who believe that the incident will be a game changer for how the West looks at the threat terrorism presents to all.

Sigh! Could Katy Perry have been more perfect?

Sigh! Could Katy Perry have been more perfect?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

As Katy Perry began her first concert in Mumbai, all thoughts of the heat and the need for water quite literally evaporated, says 17-year-old Maya Dominic.

Mumbaikars 'grin and bear' 72-hour megablock on Harbour line

Mumbaikars 'grin and bear' 72-hour megablock on Harbour line

Rediff.com21 Feb 2016

The three-day shutdown was imposed to extend platforms on the line to accommodate 12-car rakes.

Motormen strike called off, but chaos reigns in Mumbai

Motormen strike called off, but chaos reigns in Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

Lakhs of commuters on the Western Railway's suburban lines breathed a sigh of relief after over 200 motormen called off their flash strike following negotiations with the management.

What CMs told PM Modi during video meet on COVID-19

What CMs told PM Modi during video meet on COVID-19

Rediff.com12 May 2020

While some CMs suggested reopening economic activity in phases, others pitched for the extension of the coronavirus lockdown, but with a carefully crafted exit strategy

Important to have a good, fit squad: Mumbai City's Forlan

Important to have a good, fit squad: Mumbai City's Forlan

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

Important to have a good, fit squad: Mumbai City's Forlan

5 coaches of Lokmanya Tilak Express derail near Cuttack, 15 injured

5 coaches of Lokmanya Tilak Express derail near Cuttack, 15 injured

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

The train collided with a goods train amid dense fog. A high-level probe has been ordered into the incident. Passengers with major injuries have been sent to Cuttack Medical College Hospital. All passengers are stated to be out of danger.

Mumbai Indians look to keep winning momentum against Kings XI

Mumbai Indians look to keep winning momentum against Kings XI

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Mumbai Indians will start as favourites when they take on laggards Kings XI Punjab.

Trade union, BEST strikes disrupt normal life

Trade union, BEST strikes disrupt normal life

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

The two-day nationwide strike called by central trade unions to protest the Centre's alleged anti-worker policies evoked mixed response all over country on Tuesday.

106 PFI members from 15 states held in mega NIA crackdown

106 PFI members from 15 states held in mega NIA crackdown

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The raids, taking place mainly in South India, was termed by the NIA as the 'largest ever' investigation process 'till date'.

July 11 blasts: Mumbai doctor arrested

July 11 blasts: Mumbai doctor arrested

Rediff.com24 Jul 2006

Tanvir Ansari, an alleged Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative who practices unani medicine in central Mumbai, was arrested on Sunday night.

Smart city challenge: Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, are you ready?

Smart city challenge: Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, are you ready?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

India's top metro cities need to improve their infrastructure and other civic amenities too.

'How much more Indian can my film get?'

'How much more Indian can my film get?'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

'These accusations of my film being a copy only makes our chances at the Academy harder.'

Sintra: Candy Castles And Sandwiches

Sintra: Candy Castles And Sandwiches

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Fried eggplant or baigan in a sandwich? Much, much more yum than you could possibly imagine.