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Taj Mansingh auction: Indian Hotels could lose first right of refusal

Taj Mansingh auction: Indian Hotels could lose first right of refusal

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

The decision was taken at a council meeting on Thursday after the home ministry wrote to the civic body to cancel the company's first right of refusal.

Women bartenders' new dress code: Salwar kameez!

Women bartenders' new dress code: Salwar kameez!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

Women can now work as bartenders in Karnataka albeit under a dress code that forms part of the government guidelines which received the high court nod on Tuesday.

AAP wants LG to be sacked and arrested over MM Khan's murder

AAP wants LG to be sacked and arrested over MM Khan's murder

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

"His role is suspicious in the case. Why had he written to NDMC seeking action against Khan? We demand that the LG be arrested and sacked from his position," AAP's Delhi Unit Convener Dileep Pandey said at a press conference.

Biden nominates LA Mayor Eric Garcetti as envoy to India

Biden nominates LA Mayor Eric Garcetti as envoy to India

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

If confirmed by the Senate, Garcetti, 50, would replace Kenneth Juster, who served as India's Ambassador to the US during the Trump administration.

Officials lynch man who objected to photographing women defecating in open

Officials lynch man who objected to photographing women defecating in open

Rediff.com17 Jun 2017

Municipality employees kicked, punched and beat Khan with a stick, which led to his death.

Shinde faction, opposition MLAs come to blows at Maha assembly

Shinde faction, opposition MLAs come to blows at Maha assembly

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

An MLA from Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction and a legislator of the Nationalist Congress Party virtually came to blows in the Vidhan Bhavan premises in Mumbai on Wednesday after shouting slogans against each other.

People 'left to suffer': SC on Dengue and Chikungunya menace in Delhi

People 'left to suffer': SC on Dengue and Chikungunya menace in Delhi

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

The Supreme Court on Thursday said the authorities were "not interested" and the people have been "left to suffer".

SC refuses to pause demolitions across states

SC refuses to pause demolitions across states

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

The apex court said it cannot pass an omnibus order preventing authorities from taking action.

Maha: Relaxation for liquor shops on Eid; oppn slams move

Maha: Relaxation for liquor shops on Eid; oppn slams move

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

A circular issued by the state home department grants relaxation in timings to shops, beer bars and other establishments selling liquor, alcohol, beer, wine and country liquor on December 24 (Eid-e-Milad), December 25 (Christmas) and December 31 (New Year's Eve).

Uddhav, Shinde camps unlikely to get nod for Dussehra rally at Shivaji Park

Uddhav, Shinde camps unlikely to get nod for Dussehra rally at Shivaji Park

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

The Dussehra rally is the major event in the annual calendar of Shiv Sena since the days of the late Bal Thackeray.

Louis Berger case: Chargesheeted Digambar Kamat alleges political vendetta

Louis Berger case: Chargesheeted Digambar Kamat alleges political vendetta

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Police on Thursday filed chargesheet in the Louis Berger pay-off scandal naming former Goa chief minister Kamat as the "prime conspirator".

Will The Real Arvind Kejriwal Stand Up?

Will The Real Arvind Kejriwal Stand Up?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

As the Kejriwal empire spreads, will he be able to keep the momentum going? And will it be at the cost of greater centralisation of authority in the party, asks Aditi Phadnis.

After outrage, cops allow veterans to continue OROP protest

After outrage, cops allow veterans to continue OROP protest

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

The cops trying to evict the ex-servicemen drew flak from various quarters with the ex-servicemen terming it "barbaric" and "undemocratic".

2 MLAs, over 50 councillors of TMC join BJP

2 MLAs, over 50 councillors of TMC join BJP

Rediff.com28 May 2019

The TMC likened its MLAs who have joined the BJP to "rats abandoning a ship sensing danger".

'This is not the BJP that I joined'

'This is not the BJP that I joined'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

'I don't think the Bharatiya Janata Party can claim any USP which was it is a party with a difference.'

Low voter turnout in Maharashtra assembly bypolls

Low voter turnout in Maharashtra assembly bypolls

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

According to political analysts, the results of these bypolls, which saw a high-voltage campaign by senior leaders from various parties, will set the tone for the forthcoming elections in the state, including of the cash-rich Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation and other civic bodies.

'Plan to weaken Shiv Sena, not just regime change in Maha'

'Plan to weaken Shiv Sena, not just regime change in Maha'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

On instructions from the central leadership, Maharashtra BJP leaders have retreated behind a veil of silence, the senior leader said.

'Eknath Shinde has not taken this decision suddenly'

'Eknath Shinde has not taken this decision suddenly'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

'It is a well-thought-out decision. I feel it is difficult for him now to step back.'

BJP blinks, Mumbai's new Mayor will be from Shiv Sena

BJP blinks, Mumbai's new Mayor will be from Shiv Sena

Rediff.com4 Mar 2017

"The people of Mumbai voted overwhelmingly for the BJP as they believed in our agenda of transparency in the civic administration. Shiv Sena emerged as the single largest party while we were two seats behind them. We did not get the numbers to have a Mayor of our own," Fadnavis told media persons at his official bungalow in Mumbai.

Trimbakeshwar Temple revokes its ban on men's entry in sanctum

Trimbakeshwar Temple revokes its ban on men's entry in sanctum

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

The Trimbakeshwar Temple authorities have gone back on their April 3 resolution wherein they decided to ban entry of men too into the core worship area at the famous Lord Shiva shrine in Nashik.

BJP or AAP: Who will win support of Surat diamond workers in Gujarat polls?

BJP or AAP: Who will win support of Surat diamond workers in Gujarat polls?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

There are around 15 lakh diamond workers in Gujarat, including nearly seven lakh employed in units in Surat, which is the largest hub of cutting and polishing of these precious stones.

Coronavirus: All Delhi primary schools to remain shut till March 31

Coronavirus: All Delhi primary schools to remain shut till March 31

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

All Delhi government, aided, private and schools run by civic bodies will remain shut, said Sisodia.

'Smart city' project fails to address real urban problems

'Smart city' project fails to address real urban problems

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

The 'Smart city' programme is in danger of becoming cosmetic - creating showpieces instead of addressing endemic urban problems.

2nd wave of COVID-19 likely in Jan-Feb: Maha govt

2nd wave of COVID-19 likely in Jan-Feb: Maha govt

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

The second wave is expected based on what is happening in Europe, the govt said.

India reports over 3,000 Covid cases after 46 days

India reports over 3,000 Covid cases after 46 days

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

The death toll due to COVID-19 climbed to 5,23,693 with 39 more fatalities, the data updated at 8 am stated.

Social distancing, masks must in religious places

Social distancing, masks must in religious places

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

In-charges and managements of temples, mosques and gurudwaras in the city said preparations are underway to ensure all safety measures are in place as they throw open their doors for the devotees amid the pandemic.

'Ajit Pawar is wrong but Pawar Sr will bring him back'

'Ajit Pawar is wrong but Pawar Sr will bring him back'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

'We are in a state of confusion right now, but one thing is sure that everything will be good and Ajit dada will come back to the party fold'

All Is Not Well With Shinde Govt In Maharashtra

All Is Not Well With Shinde Govt In Maharashtra

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

The ministry-making exercise took so long because many factors needed to be balanced. But now that it is in place, not everyone is happy with the resultant equation.

Ten killed as building collapses in Delhi

Ten killed as building collapses in Delhi

Rediff.com28 Jun 2014

Four persons were killed when a four-storey building collapsed in Inderlok area in North Delhi on Saturday.

Taj Mansingh might get another lease extension

Taj Mansingh might get another lease extension

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

The city's landmark five-star Taj Mahal hotel, popularly called the Taj Mansingh after the road it's situated on, is likely to get yet another lease extension.

COVID: India's single-day recovery more than fresh cases

COVID: India's single-day recovery more than fresh cases

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

The figures updated at 8 am showed that while 95,880 people recovered from the virus in a span of 24 hours, 93,337 new infections were recorded during the period.

Will court order unite AIADMK factions?

Will court order unite AIADMK factions?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

There is a sudden realisation in party circles that prolonged court cases could damage its standing, both among the cadres and voters, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Covid to grip the world, kill millions in next 90 days: Epidemiologist

Covid to grip the world, kill millions in next 90 days: Epidemiologist

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

The epidemiologist estimates that more than 60 per cent of China and 10 per cent of Earth's population are likely to be infected over the next 90 days with deaths likely in the millions.

COVID-19: BMC to use Wankhede Stadium as quarantine facility

COVID-19: BMC to use Wankhede Stadium as quarantine facility

Rediff.com16 May 2020

'The said premises will be used for emergency staff of 'A' Ward and quarantine the person whoever is in contact with a positive COVID-19 patient and are not symptomatic.'

Azad to launch own party, set up J-K unit within fortnight

Azad to launch own party, set up J-K unit within fortnight

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Azad, who had served as Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Union minister under various prime ministers and the chief minister of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir, refused to divulge any further details on the formation of his new party.

New Covid XE variant not more severe than Omicron: Dr Kang of CMC Vellore

New Covid XE variant not more severe than Omicron: Dr Kang of CMC Vellore

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The World Health Organisation has issued warning against XE, a new variant of Omicron first detected in the UK.

'I was shocked to hear communal things from the CM'

'I was shocked to hear communal things from the CM'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

'TMC was calling me, AAP was also calling me.' 'But my supporters helped me realise that the people of Goa are backing the Congress this time to defeat the BJP.'

India reports 30,615 new COVID-19 cases, 514 deaths

India reports 30,615 new COVID-19 cases, 514 deaths

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

The daily COVID-19 cases were recorded less than one lakh for ten consecutive days.

India logs 71,365 Covid cases, active cases drop to 8.9 lakh

India logs 71,365 Covid cases, active cases drop to 8.9 lakh

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

The daily positivity rate was recorded at 4.54 per cent while the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 7.57 per cent.

BJP jolts Maharashtra ruling alliance, wins 4 of 6 MLC seats

BJP jolts Maharashtra ruling alliance, wins 4 of 6 MLC seats

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

In a jolt to the ruling Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance in Maharashtra, the Bharatiya Janata Party won four of the six seats in the state legislative council, including Nagpur, and wrested the Akola-Buldhana-Washim seat from the Shiv Sena.