News for 'residential building'

'They killed my mum and dad'

'They killed my mum and dad'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

'2,665 children killed. 2,665 cheeky smiles, 2,665 dreams of tomorrow, 2,665 favourite cartoon characters, 2,665 favourite meals, 2,665 someone's everything.'

Minor blast in Pune, boy injured

Minor blast in Pune, boy injured

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

A five-year-old boy was injured in a minor blast at Pimpri near Pune on Friday, apparently caused by a short circuit, triggering panic in the city which was rocked by multiple explosion on August 1.

'Pent-up demand in real estate to continue in 2023'

'Pent-up demand in real estate to continue in 2023'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

'The inflection point that really happened in the sector was during the pandemic when buyers' perception changed towards consumption and that gave a trigger to pent-up demand with the increased affordability.'

Manhattan: Foul odour dissipates

Manhattan: Foul odour dissipates

Rediff.com9 Jan 2007

The Department of Homeland Security said there is no indication of terror.

'We are not worried what Modiji says about Muslims'

'We are not worried what Modiji says about Muslims'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

While political experts claim that the Modi Magic is missing in the 2024 general election, the common people in the street -- at least those in the crowd on Thursday -- vow that they will vote for Modi and the candidate who contests the election doesn't matter much.

What Star Rating Does Your AC Have?

What Star Rating Does Your AC Have?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Since 2008, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency is running a star rating programme, under which electric equipment are rated according to their efficiency. This in turn helps the consumers save electricity.

Illegal firecracker unit blast in Bengal claims 9 lives; Mamata orders probe

Illegal firecracker unit blast in Bengal claims 9 lives; Mamata orders probe

Rediff.com16 May 2023

The impact of the explosion "was so massive" that the factory, which was being run from a residential building, collapsed, the police said.

When Russian Drones Attack...

When Russian Drones Attack...

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Scenes from Ukraine after Russian drones rained fire on its citizens last week.

6 dead, 23 injured in massive fire at Mumbai high-rise

6 dead, 23 injured in massive fire at Mumbai high-rise

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

The blaze erupted around 7 am in Kamla building located opposite Gandhi Hospital at Gowalia Tank, the official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said.

Planning To Buy A House? Read This

Planning To Buy A House? Read This

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'Some buyers believe prices may correct in the future.' 'This is unlikely. Many developers are increasing prices amid strong sales and inflationary trends.'

Blast in Surat, 23 killed

Blast in Surat, 23 killed

Rediff.com3 Aug 2003

According to police, LPG cylinders exploded at 0325 IST on the ground floor of a building having a diamond unit.

Gaza-Israel: The Carnage Continues

Gaza-Israel: The Carnage Continues

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

The war between Israel and the militant Palestinian group Hamas raged for a fifth day on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, as Israeli warplanes hammered neighbourhood after neighbourhood in the Gaza Strip, reducing buildings to rubble and sending people scrambling to find safety.

Dharavi, Racecourse Deals Reverberate In Mumbai Polls

Dharavi, Racecourse Deals Reverberate In Mumbai Polls

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Despite Dharavi being located in the Mumbai North Central constituency and Mahalaxmi Racecourse in South Mumbai, the issues have caught the attention of all parties and their candidates.

24 dead as century-old building collapses in Mumbai

24 dead as century-old building collapses in Mumbai

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

This is the second major building collapse in the city in just over a month.

Mumbai: Woman jumps to death along with two kids

Mumbai: Woman jumps to death along with two kids

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

A woman on Tuesday allegedly jumped to death from the 19th floor of a residential building along with her two children at suburban Malad in Mumbai. Nidhi Pawan Gupta, a chartered accountant, left a suicide note in which she said that nobody was responsible for the extreme step, said the police. The bodies of Gupta, 30, her son Gaurav, 6, and daughter Mahika, 3, were taken to nearby civic run Bhagwati hospital for post mortem, police said.

Hyderabad air show turns tragic; 3 killed in crash

Hyderabad air show turns tragic; 3 killed in crash

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

Two pilots and a civilian were killed after a naval aircraft crashed on a nearby residential building near Begumpet airport during an air show in Hyderabad on Wednesday morning, city police said.

'Pilots tried to minimise damage as they crashed'

'Pilots tried to minimise damage as they crashed'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

The pilot of the naval aircraft that crashed during the India Aviation airshow in Hyderabad is dead, said the Hyderabad police chief on Wednesday.

Court asks cops to hand over parts of Markaz to Saad's family

Court asks cops to hand over parts of Markaz to Saad's family

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Gurmohina Kaur gave five days to the investigating agencies to inspect the premises before it is handed over to Saad's family. The court was hearing an application filed by Saad's mother Khalida seeking unlocking of the premises where they resided.

To save a goon ...: AAP vs Swati Maliwal out in open

To save a goon ...: AAP vs Swati Maliwal out in open

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Atishi said the video shows Maliwal "comfortably sitting in the drawing room" and "threatening the security staff", and that "her clothes were not torn".

Evacuation from eastern Ukraine an area of concern: MEA

Evacuation from eastern Ukraine an area of concern: MEA

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

The eastern part of Ukraine has been witnessing intense fighting between Russian and Ukrainian troops.

Har Ghar Tiranga! People hoist flags on their homes

Har Ghar Tiranga! People hoist flags on their homes

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

People also held padyatra and Tirana Yatras to celebrate Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.

Realty stocks' rally may hit valuation hurdle

Realty stocks' rally may hit valuation hurdle

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Shares of real estate firms have been outperforming over the past year. The rally, analysts say, may hit roadblocks in the near term amid stretched valuations, even as the long-term prospects for the sector remain ebullient. "Most of the positive news flow is already in the price. Hence, investors sitting on hefty profits may partially cash out at current levels," suggests V K Vijayakumar, chief investment strategist at Geojit Financial Services.

Ex-top cop's startling claim puts Ajit Pawar in trouble

Ex-top cop's startling claim puts Ajit Pawar in trouble

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Though the name of the district minister is not mentioned in the book, Madam Commissioner, the retired IPS officer apparently points to Nationalist Congress Party leader Ajit Pawar, the present deputy chief minister of Maharashtra. Pawar held the post of "guardian minister" of Pune district at the time, when the state had a Congress-NCP government.

Ukraine: The Battered Lives...

Ukraine: The Battered Lives...

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Electricity and heating outages across Ukraine caused by Russian missile and drone strikes to infrastructure have added urgency to preparations for winter.

Fire at Mumbai mall, 3,500 evacuated from next building

Fire at Mumbai mall, 3,500 evacuated from next building

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

The BMC said around 3,500 residents of the 55-floor Orchid Enclave tower adjoining the mall were shifted as a precautionary measure.

Frontline Relive Pandemic Nightmare

Frontline Relive Pandemic Nightmare

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Battling the virus, enduring separation from loved ones, and working extended hours became part of the job.

Here an apartment costs $57 million!

Here an apartment costs $57 million!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

At $9,200 per square feet, it turns out to be Asia's most expensive apartment.

What is it like to live in a 'sealed' building?

What is it like to live in a 'sealed' building?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

A Rediff.com journalist reveals what it's like to live in a building sealed by the authorities because one of the residents is COVID-19 positive.

Panic as leopard enters Delhi home, injures 8

Panic as leopard enters Delhi home, injures 8

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

A leopard strayed into a village in north Delhi's Wazirabad early on Monday, creating panic in the area and injuring eight residents before being tranquillised by forest department officials after an over five-hour-long rescue operation.

Hey! Look who's here!

Hey! Look who's here!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

The wild wander to the city in these times of the coronavirus.

India, not China, better suited to resolve Ukraine war: US Congressman

India, not China, better suited to resolve Ukraine war: US Congressman

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'I certainly think India can play a leading role in helping us resolve the Russia-Ukraine crisis. India obviously has an old relationship with Russia'

And now Net-ready homes!

And now Net-ready homes!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2005

IIMs set to take in extra students

IIMs set to take in extra students

Rediff.com11 Jan 2007

The first stage of the 27 percent OBC quota is set to be implemented from academic year 2007-08.

Flood waters recede in Gujarat's Junagadh, 3,000 shifted; orange alert issued

Flood waters recede in Gujarat's Junagadh, 3,000 shifted; orange alert issued

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

The India meteorological department on Sunday issued an 'orange' alert for Gujarat, saying the state was expected to receive "heavy to very heavy rainfall" on July 24.

Mahindra, Standard Chartered in JV to build residences

Mahindra, Standard Chartered in JV to build residences

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

Mahindra and SCM Real Estate, the investment arm of Standard Chartered, would together invest Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) in multiple projects and hold equal stakes in the JV to be called Watsonia Developers.

Fire breaks out at Mukesh Ambani's Antilia building in Mumbai

Fire breaks out at Mukesh Ambani's Antilia building in Mumbai

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

The police and fire brigade were at the spot and the situation was under control.

Royals oppose Kerala govt's claim on Travancore House in Delhi

Royals oppose Kerala govt's claim on Travancore House in Delhi

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

As the Left government in Kerala gears up to inaugurate a cultural centre at Travancore House, in the heart of the national capital, on August 4, the Travancore royal family has moved the central government and various local bodies in Delhi with a request to halt the same.

Budget: What you missed

Budget: What you missed

Rediff.com31 Jul 2004

50 dead in Japan train accident

50 dead in Japan train accident

Rediff.com25 Apr 2005

A commuter train derailed on Monday morning near Osaka in central Japan killing 37 people and injuring more than 200 others.

A Rainy Day Check-List for Chennaiites

A Rainy Day Check-List for Chennaiites

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

If only you had thought ahead, you would have stocked snacks and biscuits, bread and cake, and vegetables suited for Amma or pondatti to make your favourite bajji and pakoda, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.