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Modiji hell-bent on destroying Delhi, says Kejriwal livid over transfers

Modiji hell-bent on destroying Delhi, says Kejriwal livid over transfers

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

LG Jung transferred of several senior officials engaged in flagship projects of the government, prompting Kejriwal to accuse the PM of being "hell bent" to "destroy" Delhi.

5.7-magnitude quake jolts Northeast; one dead, four injured

5.7-magnitude quake jolts Northeast; one dead, four injured

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

According to the National Centre for Seismology, the epicentre of the temblor which occurred at 1439 hrs was in Dhalai district in Tripura at a depth of 28 km.

Kejriwal vs LG: AAP govt's appointment of new principal secy rejected

Kejriwal vs LG: AAP govt's appointment of new principal secy rejected

Rediff.com18 May 2015

The Aam Aadmi Party government on Monday appointed Chief Minister's Secretary Rajendra Kumar as principal secretary of the services department which was promptly rejected by Lt Governor Najeeb Jung.

Kejriwal accuses LG of trying to render elected govt ineffective

Kejriwal accuses LG of trying to render elected govt ineffective

Rediff.com16 May 2015

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal asks Delhi Lt Governor Najeeb Jung to work "within the confines" of Constitution.

My Ram remarks taken out of context: Bengal CM

My Ram remarks taken out of context: Bengal CM

Rediff.com8 Dec 2007

Seeking to clarify his controversial remarks on the existence of Lord Ram, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharya on Saturday blamed the media, saying his remarks were "taken out of context".

Air India wants to retain overweight cabin crew

Air India wants to retain overweight cabin crew

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

A cabin crew member found overweight is deemed 'temporarily unfit' and given three months to reduce weight.

Ministries get 60 days to decide on FDI plans

Ministries get 60 days to decide on FDI plans

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

A panel led by the secretaries of the DEA and the DIPP would conduct a quarterly review on the pending proposals.

Parliament and SC facing serious fire safety lapses: CIC

Parliament and SC facing serious fire safety lapses: CIC

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

The Parliament and the Supreme Court buildings are facing serious fire safety issues with the apex court premises not getting safety certificate from the fire authorities for last 10 years.

Navy boats sought to rescue marooned people: Jaya

Navy boats sought to rescue marooned people: Jaya

Rediff.com3 Dec 2005

The government's aim is to ensure that each and every affected family got the relief assistance, she said.

Lenovo poaches 4th Dell executive in 8 days

Lenovo poaches 4th Dell executive in 8 days

Rediff.com25 Aug 2006

Chinese computer giant Lenovo has recruited a fourth executive of Dell, the world's largest personal computer maker, in just eight days, heightening rivalry between the two companies.

Bangladesh fire tragedy toll rises to 29, search for missing on

Bangladesh fire tragedy toll rises to 29, search for missing on

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Witnesses and media have reported that smokes were still coming out from the sight despite claims by the fire fighters to have douse the fire.

'How low he can stoop': SC raps BJP's Manoj Tiwari in sealing case

'How low he can stoop': SC raps BJP's Manoj Tiwari in sealing case

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

The apex court also said that "misplaced political propaganda has no place" and "such practices should be deprecated".

5 proposals govt will discuss with RBI on November 19

5 proposals govt will discuss with RBI on November 19

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

There is as yet no clarity on how the process of consulting with the RBI Governor, initiated under Section 7 of the RBI Act, would unfold in the coming days. The government is keen that its suggestions made in the public interest should be heeded by the central bank, says A K Bhattacharya.

Death toll in Andhra boat tragedy rises to 21

Death toll in Andhra boat tragedy rises to 21

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

An overloaded boat carrying 38 people capsized on Sunday close to the 'Pavitra Sangamam'.

Kejriwal's war with Centre: Home ministry axes Delhi official's transfer

Kejriwal's war with Centre: Home ministry axes Delhi official's transfer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Notwithstanding Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's strong opposition, senior bureaucrat Dharam Pal remains Delhi's home secretary.

IndiGo bars woman in 'short dress' from boarding flight

IndiGo bars woman in 'short dress' from boarding flight

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

The woman, who was wearing a dress, missed her flight, though she was accommodated on a later flight after she reportedly changed into trousers.

SpiceJet in talks with overseas investors for fund infusion

SpiceJet in talks with overseas investors for fund infusion

Rediff.com20 May 2014

India's second largest budget carrier SpiceJet, which reported a record Rs 1,003 crore (Rs 10.03 billion) net loss last fiscal, may soon receive the much-needed capital infusion as talks with an overseas investor have reached "very advanced stages".

SC may bar striking lawyers from practicising

SC may bar striking lawyers from practicising

Rediff.com27 Dec 2002

The Supreme Court said that there can be no justification to paralyse the "administration of justice".

Lawyers to go ahead with strike despite SC ruling

Lawyers to go ahead with strike despite SC ruling

Rediff.com17 Dec 2002

The Bar Council of India refused to cancel the strike saying there is no time to inform all constituents.

How can women excel in their careers

How can women excel in their careers

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Explore your strengths. Build credibility and confidence.

AAP government to move SC against Delhi HC order

AAP government to move SC against Delhi HC order

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

The AAP govt on Thursday said it will challenge the HC order holding that the LG is the administrative head of the National Capital Territory.

TN, AP braces for impact of 'Vardah'; schools closed in 4 districts

TN, AP braces for impact of 'Vardah'; schools closed in 4 districts

Rediff.com11 Dec 2016

Under its impact, rains will start on Sunday night and gradually increase on Monday in the northern districts of Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram, S Balachandran, Director, Area Cyclone Warning Centre, said.

Gamlin takes charge ignoring CM; BJP attempting coup: AAP govt

Gamlin takes charge ignoring CM; BJP attempting coup: AAP govt

Rediff.com16 May 2015

Shakuntala Gamlin took charge of the post hours after CM Kejriwal sent her a letter asking her not to do so as her appointment was "against" the rules.

Finmin to form company to take over bad loans

Finmin to form company to take over bad loans

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

The Finance Ministry is considering a proposal to set up a National Asset Management Company that may act as a nodal agency for taking over bad loans of banks and help revive sick units.

Kejriwal shoots letter to MHA, tells it not to interfere

Kejriwal shoots letter to MHA, tells it not to interfere

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Hardening his position on transfer of Delhi's home secretary, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday conveyed to Union home ministry that giving additional charge to top bureaucrats was within the rights of his government and that it should not interfere in such matters.

15 booked for murder in Kozhikode airport clash, flight ops resume

15 booked for murder in Kozhikode airport clash, flight ops resume

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Kerala Home minister Ramesh Chennithala said an inquiry has been ordered.

Government to soon accept SMS as official document

Government to soon accept SMS as official document

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

People may soon be able to use SMS communication with government departments as a documentary proof while utilising citizen-services for making payments, registrations and various other schemes.

The race to adopt artificial intelligence

The race to adopt artificial intelligence

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Engineering product firms were among the first to embrace AI and machine learning. And the early adopters are reaping gains.

Massive dewatering operations in Srinagar, 2.26 lakh people rescued

Massive dewatering operations in Srinagar, 2.26 lakh people rescued

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

Over 2.26 lakh people have been rescued in Jammu and Kashmir so far as the rescue and relief operations in the flood-ravaged state entered 14th day on Monday.

Kejriwal, LG take feud to Pranab; accuse each other of violating Constitution

Kejriwal, LG take feud to Pranab; accuse each other of violating Constitution

Rediff.com19 May 2015

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Lt Governor Najeeb Jung on Tuesday took their bitter fight to President Pranab Mukherjee and accused each other of violating the Constitution and overstepping their respective jurisdictions.

Transfers of civil servants reflect Modi's priorities

Transfers of civil servants reflect Modi's priorities

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

The ministries and departments, where bureaucrats are parked after being moved out of key positions, reflect the priorities of the government.

Varanasi: Clean ghats, unclean rivers

Varanasi: Clean ghats, unclean rivers

Rediff.com18 Mar 2017

The challenges authorities face in cleaning Ganga and other holy rivers in Varanasi.

SHOCKING: In Odisha, only 3 of 500 hospitals are fire ready

SHOCKING: In Odisha, only 3 of 500 hospitals are fire ready

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

Recent statistics show that the situation is no different across the country with several hospitals lacking the infrastructure to manage a breakout of a blaze.

Proxy advisers now face real scrutiny

Proxy advisers now face real scrutiny

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

The Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi's) planned research analyst regulations will also apply to proxy advisory services which provide advice on corporate governance and issue voting recommendations to institutional shareholders regarding company resolutions.

How to de-stress at work

How to de-stress at work

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

The most common mistake people make is trying to do everything on their own.

Meet the Japanese thavil player

Meet the Japanese thavil player

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

Hidenori Ish talks about his fascinating journey, from a small town in Japan to Tamil Nadu in India, for the love of music.

The new face of economic team at North Block

The new face of economic team at North Block

Rediff.com6 Jan 2015

Jaitley's team presents a quintessential mix of foreign-educated, intellectual technocrats and seasoned bureaucrats

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