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Maha portfolios: Ajit Pawar gets finance; Aaditya tourism

Maha portfolios: Ajit Pawar gets finance; Aaditya tourism

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

With this allocation of portfolios, the Sharad Pawar-led NCP has got most of the 'plum' ministries.

Uddhav, Pawar pay tributes to Bal Thackeray on death anniversary

Uddhav, Pawar pay tributes to Bal Thackeray on death anniversary

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

The chief minister, accompanied by his wife and sons Aaditya Thackeray and Tejas Thackeray, visited the Shiv Sena founder's 'smritisthal' (makeshift memorial) at the Shivaji Park in Dadar area in Mumbai.

Deve Gowda, grandson Nikhil lose, Prajwal wins

Deve Gowda, grandson Nikhil lose, Prajwal wins

Rediff.com23 May 2019

The only facesaver for the Gowda family was Deve Gowda's another grandson Prajwal Revanna, son of PWD minister H D Revanna, who won from Hassan seat.

Haryana CM recovers from COVID-19, urges people to follow norms

Haryana CM recovers from COVID-19, urges people to follow norms

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Khattar, 66, had developed fever and body ache three days prior to testing positive for COVID-19.

ELECTION RESULTS: How did the heavyweights fare

ELECTION RESULTS: How did the heavyweights fare

Rediff.com3 May 2021

As results pour in for the four states -- West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Assam -- and one Union Territory -- Puducherry - here's a glimpse at the leaders who are trailing and those who are leading.

Kolkata: Majerhat bridge to be demolished to construct new one

Kolkata: Majerhat bridge to be demolished to construct new one

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

A section of the over 50-year-old bridge on the arterial Diamond Harbour Road in south Kolkata collapsed on September 4 in which three people lost their lives.

Is the Govt worried about the Himalayas?

Is the Govt worried about the Himalayas?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

'My belief that I could protect the Himalayas was shattered.'

2 arrested for violence on AMU campus, exams postponed

2 arrested for violence on AMU campus, exams postponed

Rediff.com7 May 2018

The two were arrested by the police for allegedly trying to breach peace and posting inflammatory material on social media.

Damages worth Rs10 lakh found in Akhilesh's CM bungalow

Damages worth Rs10 lakh found in Akhilesh's CM bungalow

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

The 266-page report, submitted by the PWD to Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday, extrapolates that most of the disfigurement in the state property was caused to tiles, sanitary and electrical equipment fitted in the house.

K'tka Governor in controversy over splurging of money on Raj Bhavan

K'tka Governor in controversy over splurging of money on Raj Bhavan

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Vala, a former Gujarat finance minister, was embroiled in a controversy over expenditure of Rs four crore on renovation of Raj Bhavan and another Rs 1.30 crore on air travel including by special flights during nine months.

As rains batter Chennai, TN CM says all precautions taken

As rains batter Chennai, TN CM says all precautions taken

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

As the storage level touched 3,000 million cubic feet in the Chembarambakkam reservoir as against its full capacity of 3,645 Mcft, authorities on Wednesday began releasing about 1,000 cusecs into the Adyar river as a precautionary measure.

Incessant rains pound Delhi causing traffic snarls

Incessant rains pound Delhi causing traffic snarls

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

The national capital is expected to continue receiving moderate rainfall with some isolated intense spells for the next 24 hours, the India Meteorological Department said on Monday.

Murder case: Maya suspends SP, dismisses 3 cops

Murder case: Maya suspends SP, dismisses 3 cops

Rediff.com31 Dec 2008

In her bid to ward off the common impression that her administration was doing a wishy-washy job in the murder of a PWD engineer by a ruling Bahjan Samaj Party (BSP) MLA, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati on Wednesday ordered suspension of Auraiya district superintendent of police Ekramul Haque and dismissal of three other cops for their alleged complacence in the case.

'I Will Remove Corruption From Goa'

'I Will Remove Corruption From Goa'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

'If you weed out corruption, you will bring glory to Goa.'

PHOTOS: Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record

PHOTOS: Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Delhiites woke up to the sound of thunder and lightning this morning and, according to the weather department, the city recorded 117.9 mm rainfall from 5:30 AM to 2.30 PM.

Maharashtra cabinet expansion on Sun: Fadnavis

Maharashtra cabinet expansion on Sun: Fadnavis

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

Raj Bhavan sources said the swearing-in ceremony will be held at 11 am on Sunday, a day before the monsoon session of the Maharashtra legislature, the last before assembly polls later this year, begins.

Foreign powers want to 'defame' Indian tea, Modi says in Assam

Foreign powers want to 'defame' Indian tea, Modi says in Assam

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

The prime minister was apparently referring to Swedish environmentalist Greta Thunberg's controversial 'toolkit', which she tweeted and then deleted, outlining ways in which people can participate in the farmers protest.

Unemployment up among the disabled: Study

Unemployment up among the disabled: Study

Rediff.com22 Nov 2007

The study commissioned by the Government of India and based on a sample of 2,000 households in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh says that employment rate among people with disability (PWD) fell from 42.7 per cent in 1991 down to 37.6 per cent in 2002.

Kejriwal seeks more time to vacate official residence

Kejriwal seeks more time to vacate official residence

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has sought an extension to stay at his Tilak Lane residence till his daughter's examination gets over by May.

One neta threatens rape, another against short dresses, bikinis. BOO THEM!

One neta threatens rape, another against short dresses, bikinis. BOO THEM!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

Just what exactly is wrong with our lawmakers these days?

Shakti Act: Death penalty for crime against women, children in Maha

Shakti Act: Death penalty for crime against women, children in Maha

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

The draft bill seeks to amend relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act for the proposed law's application in the state.

'TMC intolerance no match for BJP vindictiveness'

'TMC intolerance no match for BJP vindictiveness'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

'The BJP's modus operandi is not just to be intolerant of dissent, it is to create mistrust and doubt between communities and the electoral process itself.'

Investors Summit: Yogi govt spent Rs 65cr in 'make up' of Lucknow

Investors Summit: Yogi govt spent Rs 65cr in 'make up' of Lucknow

Rediff.com24 Feb 2018

Mukesh Ambani said he had never seen any city decked up so strikingly as Lucknow

Street vendor donates new clothes to flood victims

Street vendor donates new clothes to flood victims

Rediff.com12 Aug 2019

Noushad did not think twice while opening the sealed bundles of new clothes, kept in his godown for Eid, and donate it to the distressed people, who are living in relief camps after losing everything in the floods and massive landslides in north Kerala.

Mahad bridge collapse: Drowned wreckage of both buses found

Mahad bridge collapse: Drowned wreckage of both buses found

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

"After a long search and working 12-14 hours a day for the last 8 days, the Naval teams have located two bus wreckage submerged in water at Mahad," said Defence spokesperson, Rahul Sinha, in a statement.

Ramlila Maidan all set to host Kejriwal's 2nd swearing-in

Ramlila Maidan all set to host Kejriwal's 2nd swearing-in

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

AAP expects 1.5 lakh people to converge at Ramlila Maidan today.

Mumbai: 8 children among 13 killed in 2 building crashes

Mumbai: 8 children among 13 killed in 2 building crashes

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Nine members of a family were among the deceased in the first incident which took place around 11.15 pm on Wednesday, when Mumbai experienced heavy rains throughout the day, at the New Collector Compound on Abdul Hamid Road in the Malwani area of suburban Malad, the officials said.

'Gentlemen, we are at war!'

'Gentlemen, we are at war!'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

'I propose to finish it soon, but till then you all will ensure that we strike hard at our enemy.' 'I will not accept any shortcomings or cowardice.'

Varanasi flyover collapse: UP bridge corporation MD sacked

Varanasi flyover collapse: UP bridge corporation MD sacked

Rediff.com17 May 2018

Rajan Mittal, was removed from his post during the term of the Akhilesh Yadav government following complaints. But he was reinstated when the BJP government came to power last year.

Arvind Kejriwal's AAP wins trust vote

Arvind Kejriwal's AAP wins trust vote

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

The minority Aam Aadmi Party government on Thursday crossed the first hurdle in the Delhi assembly when its confidence motion sailed through easily with the backing of the members of Congress, Janata Dal-United and an independent.

Priyanka Gandhi vacates Lodhi Estate bungalow

Priyanka Gandhi vacates Lodhi Estate bungalow

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Sources close to her said she would be staying for a few days in her Gurugram penthouse before shifting to central Delhi, where she has finalised a house.

42 killed as monsoon wreaks havoc in Maharashtra

42 killed as monsoon wreaks havoc in Maharashtra

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

No immediate relief appears in sight as the India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for six districts which have been already pounded by downpour, forecasting "extremely heavy" rainfall and recommending preventive actions.

Kejriwal outlines relief plan for Delhi riot victims

Kejriwal outlines relief plan for Delhi riot victims

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

Kejriwal said the government has set up 9 shelters for the riot-affected people and is distributing food among them.

Delhi: Less than 1K cases after 49 days, AIIMS chief says peak reached

Delhi: Less than 1K cases after 49 days, AIIMS chief says peak reached

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

Delhi recorded 954 cases on Monday, according to a health department bulletin. The bulletin said the number of tests conducted too was the lowest in July.

AAP govt suspends 3 DJB officials, shifts 800 others

AAP govt suspends 3 DJB officials, shifts 800 others

Rediff.com6 Jan 2014

Cracking down on corruption in Delhi Jal Board, the city government on Monday suspended three officials of the water distribution utility and shifted around 800 others in a bid to streamline its service delivery mechanism.

Daddy and Me: 'I am proud to be his son'

Daddy and Me: 'I am proud to be his son'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

Readers share memorable pictures of their dads. Share yours too!

BJP finalises first list of candidates for Himachal polls

BJP finalises first list of candidates for Himachal polls

Rediff.com29 Sep 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party has cleared the first list of 45 candidates for the Himachal Pradesh assembly elections. Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal, five of his ten ministers and 15 sitting Members of Legislative Assembly figure in the list cleared by the Central Election Committee, chaired by party president Nitin Gadkari and attended among others by patriarch Lal Krishna Advani.

Slap homicide charge in female foeticide cases: Bhujbal

Slap homicide charge in female foeticide cases: Bhujbal

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

Senior Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal has demanded that homicide cases be filed against those involved in female foeticide.

ACB seeks govt nod for inquiry against Bhujbal

ACB seeks govt nod for inquiry against Bhujbal

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

The Anti-Corruption Bureau of Maharashtra has sought permission of the state government for launching an inquiry into a complaint of alleged corruption against PWD Minister Chhagan Bhujbal in construction of the Maharashtra Sadan in Delhi, a top ACB official said on Thursday.

'Nivar' now a very severe cyclonic storm

'Nivar' now a very severe cyclonic storm

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Meanwhile, water will be released from Chembarambakkam lake, one of the key drinking water sources to Chennai, since it was nearing capacity, the government said.