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'I had fought for undivided India'

'I had fought for undivided India'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

For his participation in Netaji's INA, Major Ghulam Ahmed Qureshi was put into solitary confinement in the Red Fort, charged with rebellion against the Crown. Despite Nehru, Asaf Ali and a host of top lawyers defending them, Qureshi and his fellow officers were sentenced to death.

SRK's first salary was Rs 50. What was yours?

SRK's first salary was Rs 50. What was yours?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2010

In a recent Twitter post, SRK declared that his first salary was a modest Rs 50. What was yours?

Ginger Hotels are 'Nano Taj': Ratan Tata

Ginger Hotels are 'Nano Taj': Ratan Tata

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

Ginger Hotels are the Tata Group's chain of budget hotels.

Two heroines fight it out

Two heroines fight it out

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

Navya Nair and Sheela are vying for top honours in Kannada this week.

Pallonji Mistry is Ireland's richest person

Pallonji Mistry is Ireland's richest person

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

Pallonji Mistry, an Indian origin business magnate, has topped Ireland's rich list with a worth of 3.9 billion pounds.

Taj, Trident flooded with reservation requests for

Taj, Trident flooded with reservation requests for

Rediff.com19 Dec 2008

The Trident and Taj Mahal Palace and Tower said they have been flooded with requests for reservations at their restaurants when they reopen December 21, almost a month after the terrorist attacks on these landmark hotels destroyed significant portions of both buildings.

Trump arrives in Delhi; to meet Prez, PM today

Trump arrives in Delhi; to meet Prez, PM today

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Trump is accompanied by wife Melania, daughter Ivanka, son-in-law Jared Kushner and top brass of his administration.

Mumbai attack: Brad Pitt horrified

Mumbai attack: Brad Pitt horrified

Rediff.com4 Dec 2008

Brad Pitt has expressed shock over the recent terrorist attacks in Mumbai. The actor, who once along with his partner Angelina Jolie stayed in Taj Mahal Palace and Tower hotel, has admitted that watching the horrific events on TV was very moving for the couple.

Insurance adequate to repair Taj: Indian Hotels

Insurance adequate to repair Taj: Indian Hotels

Rediff.com3 Dec 2008

The Indian Hotels Company Ltd on Wednesday said the group has adequate insurance cover to repair and restore the damage caused to its property, The Taj Mahal Palaces and Towers in Mumbai, during the last week's terrorist siege.

The consequences of the Mumbai attacks

The consequences of the Mumbai attacks

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

Former US Defence Secretary Donald Rumsfeld once said that the enemy gets a vote. The Islamists cast their ballot in Mumbai.

Hundreds throng Mumbai's Ground Zero

Hundreds throng Mumbai's Ground Zero

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

Standing shattered behind the Gateway of India with soot marred walls, bullet riddled doors, broken window panes and splinter marks, the terrorist-hit structures are now the most sought after tourist destinations in the city.Welcome to the world of 'disaster tourism' as many call it, where Taj Mahal and Oberoi Hotel along with Nariman House and of course the Leopold Cafe have become the favourite spots to be thronged by the average Mumbaikar.

Was RGV insensitive? Tell us!

Was RGV insensitive? Tell us!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2008

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When South African commandos came to the rescue

When South African commandos came to the rescue

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

Six South African commandos were having dinner at a restaurant when terrorists struck Taj Mahal Hotel on Wednesday night. They handled the situation with aplomb, saving scores of persons from possible threat.The lives of 150 fellow guests were saved by the commandos through their presence of mind and skills to handle pressure situations.

How the attack on Mumbai was planned

How the attack on Mumbai was planned

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

Investigators working on the Mumbai terror attack have unearthed vital information about how the terrorists managed to enter Mumbai.The interrogations of the two arrested terrorists, Abu Ismail and Ajmal Kamal, have revealed that 20 men were involved in the terror attack. While eight terrorists set up base in Hotel Trident and Taj Mahal Hotel, 12 others came to Mumbai in a boat.

Terrorists loaded with arms, 'can go on and on'

Terrorists loaded with arms, 'can go on and on'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2008

"They can go on and on," says a security person outside the Taj Mahal Hotel in South Mumbai, talking about the amount of ammunition that the terrorists are carrying on them.

Rescue, recovery operations on: Taj Hotel

Rescue, recovery operations on: Taj Hotel

Rediff.com28 Nov 2008

Taj Hotel on Friday said rescue and recovery operations by security forces are continuing at its landmark property in Mumbai.

Hotels plan tough protection measures

Hotels plan tough protection measures

Rediff.com28 Nov 2008

Hotels are not typically equipped to handle terrorist attacks and present ideal soft targets around the world, according to experts. Even the private security guards that the hotels hire do not always have the expertise to use weapons. This is set to change now, hotel officials say.

Dial these numbers for information

Dial these numbers for information

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

Some telephone numbers to help people with information about the Mumbai terror attacks

Defence minister had warned of maritime terrorism

Defence minister had warned of maritime terrorism

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

March 9, 2007, Defence Minister Antony cited intelligence reports to inform the Lok Sabha of the possibility that terrorists would use sea routes to enter the country. In his statement, Antony identified maritime terrorism, gun-running and piracy as major threats along India's seas, and said the government had worked out a menu of measures aimed at enhancing coastal security.

The many colours of Holi in India

The many colours of Holi in India

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

From Lathmar to Hola Mohalla, here's how Holi is celebrated in diverse parts of India.

India to lay out red carpet for Netanyahu

India to lay out red carpet for Netanyahu

Rediff.com12 Jan 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be reciprocating the reception he received from the Israeli PM during his visit last July, report Archis Mohan & PTI.

NDMC caught between 2 masters on Taj auction

NDMC caught between 2 masters on Taj auction

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

The differing wings are the the Union home and urban development ministries -- the former is the parent ministry for the capital's administration and the other controls land decisions in this city. The issues is the proposed auction of the Taj Mahal (popularly called the Taj Mansingh, after the road on which it stands).

'We need to do a lot more to make Mumbai safe'

'We need to do a lot more to make Mumbai safe'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2009

Milind Deora was the Member of Parliament who represented Mumbai South, which was the theatre of the deadliest terror attack on Indian soil.

He walked hundreds of miles barefoot to mark 26/11

He walked hundreds of miles barefoot to mark 26/11

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

Manohar Anand Patil, a former soldier, has walked hundreds of miles barefoot "to offer my gratitude to all the brave policemen and soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect this city."

The unsung cops of 26/11

The unsung cops of 26/11

Rediff.com11 Nov 2009

A Ganesh Nadar tracks down four Mumbai police officers who confronted the terrorists on 26/11, but whose bravery that night has gone unnoticed or unrewarded.

Biden to visit India from July 22; trade, defence on agenda

Biden to visit India from July 22; trade, defence on agenda

Rediff.com20 Jul 2013

During his four-day-long stay in India, Biden will hold meetings with top Indian leadership, including President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

A Father's Long Wait For His Son's Shaurya Chakra

A Father's Long Wait For His Son's Shaurya Chakra

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

The medal was parcelled to his home. He sent it back. 'It should be conferred at the ceremonial function at Rashtrapati Bhavan.'

Couture Week: Beauties bathed in rubies and pearls

Couture Week: Beauties bathed in rubies and pearls

Rediff.com13 Oct 2009

Devaunshi Mehta shows her drop-dead gorgeous collection.

Inzamam, Dravid rubbish match-fixing allegations

Inzamam, Dravid rubbish match-fixing allegations

Rediff.com22 Mar 2004

Inzamam reacted with uncharacteristic anger, as did India's vice-captain Rahul Dravid when told of speculation that bookies might have influenced the 2-2 score in the ODI series.

On a whirlwind tour with Shivraj Kumar's CNN

On a whirlwind tour with Shivraj Kumar's CNN

Rediff.com8 Oct 2009

A look at the Kannada film Cheluveye Ninne Nodalu which has been shot at the seven wonders of the world.

26/11 attackers called Taj steward a traitor

26/11 attackers called Taj steward a traitor

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

Adil said the terrorists asked him about his religion and when he told them that he was a Muslim, they said, "Ghanta Musalman hai, Jehad ke naam par kalank hai. Gaddar Musalman hai" (You are not a Muslim, youa a blot on Jehad. You are a Muslim traitor).

Review: Ambari is average

Review: Ambari is average

Rediff.com30 Jan 2009

Ambari's highlights are the songs of Hari Krishna and camera work by Sathya Hegde. Baare Baare and the titles song are rocking. Yogi's dialogue delivery and fight sequences may appeal his fans. New comer Sampreetha impresses.

Destination detox! India's top spas

Destination detox! India's top spas

Rediff.com23 May 2008

Ancient healing in modern luxury. Seek out the medical and spiritual benefits of traditional Ayurvedic treatment at spas popping up all over India.

How world's costliest mangoes are guarded

How world's costliest mangoes are guarded

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

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First look: Pooja Gandhi shoots for Abhimanyu

First look: Pooja Gandhi shoots for Abhimanyu

Rediff.com6 Aug 2009

The actress who is a big star in the Kannada film industry has a guest role in Onir's short Hindi film opposite Sanjay Suri.

Facebook responds to Cong's charge of political bias

Facebook responds to Cong's charge of political bias

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

The Congress accused Facebook of interfering in India's democratic process and social harmony and being soft on members of the ruling BJP on applying its hate-speech rules.

'Three armed men in black'

'Three armed men in black'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

Paula Samore, an American citizen who was at the Taj hotel, recounts two extraordinary days.

Toll put at 183, casualties from Taj hotel not in

Toll put at 183, casualties from Taj hotel not in

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

Sources in the disaster management cell of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said 195 people were killed, including 10 foreigners and 15 police personnel. Besides, 295 others were wounded

Taj CEO denies reports of staff involvement

Taj CEO denies reports of staff involvement

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

Raymond Bickson, chief executive officer and managing director of Taj Hotel, said on Saturday that there has been no indication from the investigating agency that any employee or contractual staff, of the hotel, have been involved in the terror attack as is being reported by a section of the media.

Credit cards of Indian banks recovered

Credit cards of Indian banks recovered

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

Police are yet to contact banks whose credit cards are said to have been found from terrorists who carried out brazen attacks on Mumbai.