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After heavy downpour, Mumbai limps back to normalcy

After heavy downpour, Mumbai limps back to normalcy

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

The Central Railway has decided to operate its suburban services in Mumbai division on Sunday time table, which means it will ply fewer trains, compared to weekdays when trains are run in full capacity.

Maruti: As people prefer pvt transport, hatchbacks are popular

Maruti: As people prefer pvt transport, hatchbacks are popular

Rediff.com18 May 2020

While the company used to report bookings of 4,000-5,000 every day, following the partial lifting of lockdown, in a week, it has received around 6,000.

Will face all political storms: Uddhav amid Kangana row

Will face all political storms: Uddhav amid Kangana row

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

"I will have to remove the mask of chief minister to respond to politics. I don't speak doesn't mean I don't have answers," Thackeray said.

BJP hopes 'Metroman' will help it make inroads in Kerala

BJP hopes 'Metroman' will help it make inroads in Kerala

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

'Metroman' E Sreedharan's decision to join the Bharatiya Janata Party has given a boost to the saffron's hopes to make huge electoral inroads in Kerala, one of the toughest political terrains for the party, in the assembly polls likely to be held in April.

Delhi lockdown: Few cars, people on roads

Delhi lockdown: Few cars, people on roads

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

The Health and Family Welfare department had issued a detailed order on Sunday, notifying the lockdown in the whole of Delhi, stipulating various restrictions.

Delhi polls: Here's what BJP manifesto promises

Delhi polls: Here's what BJP manifesto promises

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Delhi BJP chief Tiwari said each poor family will be provided good quality, subsidised 'atta' (wheat flour) at a rate of Rs 2 per kilogram. The BJP will bring an ambitious 'Samridh Delhi Infrastructure Scheme', with a provision of Rs 10,000 crore, to ensure "focussed and priority" development of roads, flyovers, foot over-bridges and other key infrastructure projects, the manifesto stated. The manifesto promises to set up a 'Colonies Development Board' for undertaking development of various civic amenities.

After the lockdown: How will government treat us?

After the lockdown: How will government treat us?

Rediff.com16 May 2020

'There are many questions that come to mind as we consider the reality of India and what Indians will be expected to do from the time this lockdown is opened up,' notes Aakar Patel.

Kishtwar rifle snatching: Day curfew lifted, search on for suspects

Kishtwar rifle snatching: Day curfew lifted, search on for suspects

Rediff.com14 Sep 2019

A group of terrorists struck the house of PDP Kishtwar district president and escaped with the service rifle of his PSO early Friday.

Covid: 'Third Wave May Be Tiny Wave'

Covid: 'Third Wave May Be Tiny Wave'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

''A third wave is very likely to come because infection is still around.' 'But it can be just a ripple.'

A doctor's tips to keep COVID-19 away

A doctor's tips to keep COVID-19 away

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Maintain at least 2 metre distance from each other; this will help in reducing the spread of COVID 19, says Dr Sharanya Rajan.

GST rates for cars, two-wheelers may be cut

GST rates for cars, two-wheelers may be cut

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

The heavy industries ministersaid that the proposal for the auto scrappage policy was ready and all stakeholders have provided inputs, therefore its announcement was likely very soon.

Private car owners must pay more for diesel: JD-U

Private car owners must pay more for diesel: JD-U

Rediff.com12 Jul 2011

Janata Dal (United) chief Sharad Yadav on Monday suggested selling of diesel at higher prices to private car owners, hotels and malls to fund fuel subsidy for farmers and public transport sector.

Restrictions lifted in most areas of Kashmir Valley

Restrictions lifted in most areas of Kashmir Valley

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

The officials said the situation remained peaceful on Friday and there were no reports of any untoward incident.

Govt mulls withdrawing diesel market price for state transport

Govt mulls withdrawing diesel market price for state transport

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Ahead of assembly polls in states like Rajasthan and Delhi, Oil Minister M Veerappa Moily on Tuesday said his ministry is mulling withdrawing the order that made it mandatory for state public transport utilities to buy diesel at market price.

Weekend curfew in Delhi; malls, gyms to be closed

Weekend curfew in Delhi; malls, gyms to be closed

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

Auditoriums, malls, gyms and spas will be shut down and cinema theatres will be allowed with a third of the capacity on weekdays. Eating out will be banned and only home deliveries will be allowed. Weekly markets will be allowed but with restrictions.

Restrictions due to COVID-19 continue in Kashmir

Restrictions due to COVID-19 continue in Kashmir

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

The adviser directed the deputy commissioners to plug all loopholes immediately and take strict action against those who try to violate the lockdown.

How Mahindra First Choice plans to spread its wings

How Mahindra First Choice plans to spread its wings

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

The pre-owned vehicles arm of the Mahindra Group plans to add 30 outlets in a few days taking the total number to 1,000.

FIFA World Cup: One month to kick off

FIFA World Cup: One month to kick off

Rediff.com13 May 2014

With a month to go before the World Cup starts, Brazil is in the home straight of the countdown and huffing and puffing to complete stadiums, airports, IT networks and public transportation systems.

Colleges reopen in Kashmir but students stay away

Colleges reopen in Kashmir but students stay away

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

Restrictions continue to be imposed for the 66th consecutive day since the abrogation of the state's special status under Article 370 on August 5.

Bharat Bandh ends peacefully, life hit in some states

Bharat Bandh ends peacefully, life hit in some states

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

With almost all opposition parties and several trade unions backing the 'Bharat Bandh' and many announcing parallel protests in support of the farmers, the Centre has issued an advisory directing all the states and Union Territories to tighten security and ensure COVID guidelines are followed.

Mithali Raj features on BBC's list of most influential women

Mithali Raj features on BBC's list of most influential women

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

Mithali is currently the highest run-getter in ODIs. She also led the team to the ICC Women's World Cup final in England, where they lost to host England.

NYC buses to show ad against mosque near 9/11 site

NYC buses to show ad against mosque near 9/11 site

Rediff.com12 Aug 2010

'While the MTA does not endorse the views expressed in this or other ads that appear on the transit system, the advertisement purchased by a group opposing a planned mosque near the World Trade Centre was accepted today after its review under MTA's advertising guidelines and governing legal standards,' the MTA said in a statement

No privatisation of Railways: Prabhu

No privatisation of Railways: Prabhu

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Privatisation, he said, "is a bogey.

Used car market heads for boom post-lockdown

Used car market heads for boom post-lockdown

Rediff.com20 May 2020

A study by second-hand car dealer CARS 24 showed 42 per cent of the consumer feel the need for a car to travel safely now. Those who used cabs to commute before the pandemic want to buy a car for the family and a two-wheeler for shorter runs.

Odd, even-numbered cars allowed to run on Sundays: Delhi govt

Odd, even-numbered cars allowed to run on Sundays: Delhi govt

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

The Delhi government's decision to allow odd-even number cars to ply on alternative days from next month came in for sharp criticism on Monday from Opposition in Rajya Sabha, which dubbed it as "impractical and weird" and called for its reconsideration.

COVID-19: SC's 1 court to work via video-conferencing

COVID-19: SC's 1 court to work via video-conferencing

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

In a circular issued late Sunday evening, the top court cancelled the scheduled hearing in courts 2, 8 and 14 and said that from Wednesday only one bench of two judges will take up for hearing in only urgent matters through video conference.

Guarding the face: ex-boxer Haye launches mask to fight COVID-19

Guarding the face: ex-boxer Haye launches mask to fight COVID-19

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Launching The Black Mask Company, Haye said the design was inspired by police masks in Vietnam, where there have been no recorded deaths from COVID-19, and that he wanted to help protect the environment.

No lockdown in 5 UP cities: SC puts HC order on hold

No lockdown in 5 UP cities: SC puts HC order on hold

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for Uttar Pradesh, said the state has taken several steps to contain the spread of coronavirus but to "lockdown five cities by a judicial order may not be the right approach".

Bio-bubble breach: BCCI set to back its players as 5 sent in isolation

Bio-bubble breach: BCCI set to back its players as 5 sent in isolation

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Five India Test players, including vice-captain Rohit Sharma, opener Shubman Gill and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, have been placed in isolation and an investigation launched into a possible breach of the COVID-19 bio-security protocol by them, Cricket Australia said on Saturday.

HC directs UP govt to impose strict curbs in 5 cities

HC directs UP govt to impose strict curbs in 5 cities

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

The court said in its order, "If we have not imposed a lockdown it does not mean that we do not believe in it. We are still of the view that if we want to break the chain a lockdown for a duration of at least two weeks is a must."

Delhi CM announces 6 day lockdown starting Monday night

Delhi CM announces 6 day lockdown starting Monday night

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

According to sources, all private offices will work from home and only government offices and essential services will be open.

India reports 4th coronavirus death; Total up to 173

India reports 4th coronavirus death; Total up to 173

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

As the virus continued to spread its tentacles across India, several parts, including Kashmir valley headed towards a virtual lockdown with the administration restricting movement of people in several parts and banning all public transport in Srinagar city.

Electricians, plumbers, house helps take steps back to work

Electricians, plumbers, house helps take steps back to work

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Declaring that the time had come to reopen Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Sunday evening, "Self-employed people like technicians, plumbers, electricians, mechanics, sanitation workers, domestic helps, and people involved with laundry and ironing are allowed to work."

Curfew-like curbs reimposed in Kashmir to foil Muharram processions

Curfew-like curbs reimposed in Kashmir to foil Muharram processions

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

The processions stand banned in Kashmir since 1990 when armed insurgency began.

Quadricycles get final approval, will hit the roads soon

Quadricycles get final approval, will hit the roads soon

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Quadricycles will now be able to ply on the city roads across the country as the Law Ministry has approved the Road Ministry's proposal allowing them to be used as public transport

PM inaugurates India's first-ever driverless train for Delhi Metro

PM inaugurates India's first-ever driverless train for Delhi Metro

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

The Prime Minister's Office has said that these innovations will herald a new era of travelling comfort and enhanced mobility.

UK lagging behind in using face masks: Nobel scientist

UK lagging behind in using face masks: Nobel scientist

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

'It used to be quite normal to have quite a few drinks and drive home, and it also used to be normal to drive without seatbelts. Today both of those would be considered antisocial, and not wearing face coverings in public should be regarded in the same way'

Triple lockdown in force in Thiruvananthapuram

Triple lockdown in force in Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

The triple lockdown in force from Monday would last for a week.

Delhi govt announces free metro, bus rides for women

Delhi govt announces free metro, bus rides for women

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

The move comes ahead of the assembly elections scheduled early next year.