News for 'transport strike'

Kashmir toll hits 80 as youth succumbs to injuries

Kashmir toll hits 80 as youth succumbs to injuries

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

Basit Mukhtar was injured by a tear gas shell in clashes on September 5.

TN bandh: Normal life affected

TN bandh: Normal life affected

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

Normal life in Tamil Nadu was affected due to the 12-hour dawn to dusk state-wide general strike called by the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam over the Sri Lankan Tamils issue demanding immediate steps for a ceasefire.

Why we must watch Meel Patthar

Why we must watch Meel Patthar

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

'We are a young nation. But I wanted to explore the conflict between the young and the old.' 'The cynicism of people who have lived it versus the optimism and naivete of the young.'

IAF's C-17s to airlift Amarnath Yatra pilgrims

IAF's C-17s to airlift Amarnath Yatra pilgrims

Rediff.com3 Aug 2019

The C-17 Globemaster can airlift around 230 passengers in one go and takes less time to fly between different places.

Telangana fallout: For first time in 30 years, no buses to Tirupati

Telangana fallout: For first time in 30 years, no buses to Tirupati

Rediff.com13 Aug 2013

For the first time in the last three decades, state-owned Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation buses on Tuesday did not operate its services on the hill routes leading to the Lord Venkateswara shrine following indefinite strike by transport unions across the state demanding reversal of the Centre's decision to carve out Telangana from Andhra Pradesh.

Normal life hit in Kashmir Valley

Normal life hit in Kashmir Valley

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

In a related development, protests continued for the second day in north Kashmir's Kangan town, where protesters shutdown markets and blocked the highway leading to the Baltal base camp of the ongoing Amarnath Yatra.

After Jain, Sisodia hospitalised as Delhi deadlock continues

After Jain, Sisodia hospitalised as Delhi deadlock continues

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

While Jain went on indefinite fast at the LG's office on Tuesday, Sisodia had been on a hunger strike since Wednesday.

How these youth HELP in COVID times

How these youth HELP in COVID times

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

'It is frustrating when you have to say 'No', but you are helpless when something is not available.'

Day 49: Curfew in Kashmir to prevent separatists' march

Day 49: Curfew in Kashmir to prevent separatists' march

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Curfew was on Friday extended to several areas of Kashmir to foil a planned march by separatists to Eidgah in old city area as normal life continued to remain paralysed for the 49th consecutive day in the Valley in the wake of violence following the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen militant Burhan Wani last month.

Trump abruptly escorted from presser after shooting near White House

Trump abruptly escorted from presser after shooting near White House

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Trump returned to the briefing room minutes later, confirming a shooting near the White House and assured the reporters that things were under control.

Believe in peace, but not at cost of self-respect: PM on Mann ki Baat

Believe in peace, but not at cost of self-respect: PM on Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

Recalling the 2016 surgical strikes, he said Indian troops gave a befitting reply to the "audacity of a proxy war" under the "garb of terrorism".

Govt may ease service tax norms for truckers

Govt may ease service tax norms for truckers

Rediff.com3 Jul 2008

The finance ministry is considering meeting a key demand of truckers by easing procedural issues and raising the abatement on service tax.

Banks report thin business in Mumbai

Banks report thin business in Mumbai

Rediff.com31 May 2012

Banks witnessed thin business in the nation's financial capital on Thursday following the nationwide bandh called by NDA and Left parties against the steep hike in petrol prices last week.

For 2nd consecutive day, Kashmir remains abuzz with activity

For 2nd consecutive day, Kashmir remains abuzz with activity

Rediff.com20 Nov 2016

Shops, business establishments and fuel stations were open and markets witnessed huge rush.

For many in Kashmir, hitchhiking is the only option

For many in Kashmir, hitchhiking is the only option

Rediff.com25 Sep 2016

Desperate people waiting for a lift or walking on foot has become a common sight in the trouble-torn Kashmir Valley where public transport has remained suspended for the past 80 days.

SAD! The PLIGHT of Bihari students in Kota

SAD! The PLIGHT of Bihari students in Kota

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

'I don't think I can go back home before the lockdown is lifted because Nitishji has said he will not allow students from Kota to return.'

London Tube stabbing suspect charged with murder

London Tube stabbing suspect charged with murder

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

A machete-wielding man who stabbed three men at London Underground train station on Saturday has been charged with attempted murder.

Talks between govt, truckers fail

Talks between govt, truckers fail

Rediff.com17 Apr 2003

The crucial talks between the government and striking transporters on Thursday failed to make any progress to end the four-day long strike with both the parties sticking to their positions.

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.

PHOTOS: Kapil Dev's wax figurine unveiled at Madam Tussauds

PHOTOS: Kapil Dev's wax figurine unveiled at Madam Tussauds

Rediff.com11 May 2017

Soon you will meet cricket legend Kapil Dev at Madam Tussaids in Delhi

Kerala turns into war zone after women's entry into Sabarimala

Kerala turns into war zone after women's entry into Sabarimala

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Kerala Union of Working Journalists decided to boycott the press meets called by the BJP after saffron party workers attacked mediapersons.

Pakistan may soon open NATO supply routes

Pakistan may soon open NATO supply routes

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

Pakistan is inching towards a decision on reopening North Atlantic Treaty Organisation supply routes, which were closed following a cross-border air strike in November, though it is expected to impose "tough conditions" like a hefty transit fee for the movement of container trucks and oil tankers. The issue of allowing the United States and its allies to resume using Pakistani routes for transporting supplies to foreign troops in Afghanistan figured at a meeting of leaders.

Kashmir toll climbs to 73 after fresh clashes; curfew lifted from Srinagar

Kashmir toll climbs to 73 after fresh clashes; curfew lifted from Srinagar

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Restrictions on the assembly of people would remain in force across the Valley to maintain law and order.

Curfew relaxed in Kashmir ending 51-day lockdown

Curfew relaxed in Kashmir ending 51-day lockdown

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

Clashes were reported from a number of places in Srinagar city and parts of Budgam district but nobody was hurt in these incidents, police said.

Kashmir curfew ends, but separatists' shutdown continues

Kashmir curfew ends, but separatists' shutdown continues

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Curfew was on Monday lifted from the entire Valley except three police station areas 51 days after it was clamped to maintain law and order.

Kashmir on the boil over Handwara deaths

Kashmir on the boil over Handwara deaths

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Strict restrictions have been imposed in Kupwara town, Kralgund, Handwara, Magam and Langate areas in north Kashmir to maintain law and order.

Telangana: Day-long bandh paralyses Hyderabad

Telangana: Day-long bandh paralyses Hyderabad

Rediff.com30 Sep 2011

Normal life was badly affected as the day-long Hyderabad bandh called by the Telangana Political Joint Action Committee as part of the ongoing agitation for a separate state, began here on Friday.

Lt Gen Naravane to take charge as Army Chief today

Lt Gen Naravane to take charge as Army Chief today

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

Lt Gen Naravane is currently serving as Vice Chief of the Army. In his 37 years of service, Lt Gen Naravane has served in numerous command and staff appointments in peace, field and highly active counter-insurgency environments in Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast.

Curfew in parts of Kashmir as separatists call for march

Curfew in parts of Kashmir as separatists call for march

Rediff.com18 Sep 2016

The broadband services were restored on Saturday after working journalists protested against the communication 'gag'.

India expect 'positive' verdict on Davis Cup tie against Pakistan

India expect 'positive' verdict on Davis Cup tie against Pakistan

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

AITA said last week they had written to International Tennis Federation (ITF) asking them to shift the tie to a neutral venue

Unfazed Delhi govt sets up 'task force' to clear garbage

Unfazed Delhi govt sets up 'task force' to clear garbage

Rediff.com30 Jan 2016

PWD minister Satyendra Jain has deployed around 100 trucks with 10 workers each to clean up the city.

BEST stir enters second day

BEST stir enters second day

Rediff.com12 Mar 2005

The road transport service ferries nearly 45 lakh passengers a day.

NDA wants EPF rate hike, no service tax

NDA wants EPF rate hike, no service tax

Rediff.com25 Aug 2004

Supporting the striking truck operators, the National Democratic Alliance on Wednesday asked the government to withdraw the proposed service tax on transport booking agents.

Truckers to meet finance ministry officials

Truckers to meet finance ministry officials

Rediff.com26 Aug 2004

The truck operators, who are on strike since Saturday to protest a new service tax, are likely to meet finance ministry officials on Thursday in a bid to end their agitation that has disrupted movement of goods and pushed up prices.\n\n\n\n

Curfew continues in Kashmir for 29th day

Curfew continues in Kashmir for 29th day

Rediff.com6 Aug 2016

Curfew and restrictions continued in Kashmir for the 29th day after fresh clashes erupted in the Valley killing three men on Friday.

Telangana paralysed, students clash with cops

Telangana paralysed, students clash with cops

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

As Telangana region of Andhra Pradesh remained shut on the second consecutive day in response to the 48-hour general strike call by the Telangana Joint Action Committee, the Telangana Rashtra Samiti has warned the Congress leaders of the region against any compromise with their central leaders.

Euro 2016: France launches attack alert app

Euro 2016: France launches attack alert app

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

France launched an app to alert users to attacks on Wednesday, two days before the Euro 2016 soccer championship gets underway under a state of emergency imposed after militant Islamists struck Paris in November. The Interior Ministry app, called SAIP, flashes a warning on a user's mobile phone screen if there is an attack close to their location or suspicion of an imminent strike. Users can also request alerts for up to eight geographic areas, including individual districts in the capital. First impressions on social media were mixed.

'Yogiji is scared of Priyanka Gandhi'

'Yogiji is scared of Priyanka Gandhi'

Rediff.com21 May 2020

'Yogiji is saying he is doing good work, but when you go on the ground you will see the reality.'

Curfew lifted in entire Kashmir except few areas

Curfew lifted in entire Kashmir except few areas

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

The authorities had on Tuesday lifted curfew across Kashmir except from six police station areas of the city.