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How Lalit Modi delayed signing of Kochi IPL team

How Lalit Modi delayed signing of Kochi IPL team

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

According to one of the Kochi team co-owners, Modi had driven them to 'madness'.

No liquor sale during weekend curfew in Karnataka, says minister

No liquor sale during weekend curfew in Karnataka, says minister

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

Ahead of the weekend curfew, which will come into effect from Friday at 8 pm to Monday 5 am, Karnataka Excise Minister K Gopalaiah said there will be no sale of liquor for two days starting from tonight across the state.

SC to hear Rana Ayyub's plea against ED summons

SC to hear Rana Ayyub's plea against ED summons

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear the petition of journalist Rana Ayyub challenging the summons issued to her by a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Ghaziabad in a money laundering case lodged against her by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

4 Palestinian Women: A Touching Story

4 Palestinian Women: A Touching Story

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'The idea of this movie is to trace these journeys and not to blame.' 'We could have talked what happened in 1948. This is what the Israelis did. This is what the Palestinians and Arabs did.' 'We didn't want to go there.'

Auto, Health Insurance Queries Answered

Auto, Health Insurance Queries Answered

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Roopam Asthana, CEO and whole-time director, Liberty General Insurance Ltd, answers your queries on HEALTH insurance and AUTO insurance.

Shooting ace Bhaker demands action against Air India employees

Shooting ace Bhaker demands action against Air India employees

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

Tokyo Olympics medal prospect Manu Bhaker has demanded action against two Air India employees for allegedly 'harassing' and 'insulting' her while the ace shooter tried to board a flight to Bhopal from Delhi.

As Sushma, Raje face flak, Lalit Modi names 3 UPA ministers who helped him

As Sushma, Raje face flak, Lalit Modi names 3 UPA ministers who helped him

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Lalit Modi, former Indian Premiere League chief, on Tuesday night made explosive claims that Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhra Raje had supported in writing his immigration plea in Britain

Future of travel: India's OrcaPod

Future of travel: India's OrcaPod

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

The OrcaPod is a prototype of what comes after boats, cars, trains and planes. It's India's foray into what Tesla founder Elon Musk calls the 'fifth form of transportation' and India's only entry at the ongoing Hyperloop competition by Elon Musk's SpaceX.

Interfaith couple's passports cleared, probe says official erred

Interfaith couple's passports cleared, probe says official erred

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

The couple had alleged harassment by a passport official, saying they were targeted because of their interfaith marriage.

R-Day violence: Dutch national, man who assaulted cop with spear held

R-Day violence: Dutch national, man who assaulted cop with spear held

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

Two persons, including a 21-year-old man who assaulted a policeman on duty at Red Fort with a spear on January 26, has been arrested in connection with the violence at the historic monument, police said on Wednesday.

Iraq crisis: Swaraj chairs meeting of Gulf envoys

Iraq crisis: Swaraj chairs meeting of Gulf envoys

Rediff.com29 Jun 2014

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Sunday chaired a meeting of India's top envoys from Gulf countries to discuss the situation in conflict-hit Iraq where the Indian government is in the process of facilitating departure of nearly 10,000 of its nationals from non-conflict zones.

Indian on paper, not by birth: Geelani on passport formalities

Indian on paper, not by birth: Geelani on passport formalities

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

The separatist had applied for a passport to allow him to visit his ailing daughter in Saudi Arabia.

ASK SANJIB: 'I have a unique mediclaim query'

ASK SANJIB: 'I have a unique mediclaim query'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Sanjib Jha, CEO, Coverfox Insurance Broking, answers your health insurance related queries.

Govt issues SOPs on giving 2nd jab of Covishield before 84 days

Govt issues SOPs on giving 2nd jab of Covishield before 84 days

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Those intending to undertake international travel for education purposes, joining employment and as part of the Indian contingent to the Tokyo Olympics will be allowed to take the second dose of Covid vaccine Covishield prior to the prescribed time interval of 84 days after the first dose.

Did FB fail to stop hate-filled user content in India?

Did FB fail to stop hate-filled user content in India?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

Internal documents at Facebook show "a struggle with misinformation, hate speech and celebrations of violence" in India, the company's biggest market, with researchers at the social media giant pointing out that there are groups and pages "replete with inflammatory and misleading anti-Muslim content" on its platform, US media reports have said.

Why Cancer Insurance Is A Must

Why Cancer Insurance Is A Must

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

A person who has cancer and doesn't have any health insurance will find it difficult to buy a regular hospitalisation cover. An indemnity-based cancer plan may cover them.

Trump suspends H-1B, other visas till year end

Trump suspends H-1B, other visas till year end

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

The proclamation that comes into effect on June 24, is expected to impact a large number of Indian IT professionals and several American and Indian companies who were issued H-1B visas by the US government for the fiscal year 2021 beginning October 1.

ED to seek Interpol arrest warrant against Mallya

ED to seek Interpol arrest warrant against Mallya

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) ED will soon seek an Interpol arrest warrant against liquor baron Vijay Mallya based on a non-bailable warrant issued on Monday by a Mumbai court in a money laundering case.

No entry for Assam vehicles into Meghalaya after border violence

No entry for Assam vehicles into Meghalaya after border violence

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

A group of villagers from Meghalaya allegedly vandalised and burnt down a forest office in Assam's West Karbi Anglong district, following the killing of six people in violence that occurred in a disputed area along the border between the two states, officials claimed on Wednesday.

10 AMAZING Songs For Indian Flights

10 AMAZING Songs For Indian Flights

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Looks like the good folks at the ministry of civil aviation have requested our airports and airlines to play Indian music at airports and during flights as part of its culture promotion initiative.

UK court denies bail to Dawood aide, Pak vouches for his 'good character'

UK court denies bail to Dawood aide, Pak vouches for his 'good character'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

Moti has been described in UK court proceedings as a "senior member" and "top lieutenant" of D Company.

Pragati Maidan: A Walk In Time

Pragati Maidan: A Walk In Time

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

'A microcosm of India, inclusive and welcoming'. For years, Pragati Maidan was the centre of Delhi's social life.

No Rohingya deported in last 3 years: Govt

No Rohingya deported in last 3 years: Govt

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

The Rohingyas, who fled to India after violence in the western Rakhine State of Myanmar, have settled in Jammu, Hyderabad, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR and Rajasthan.

Nirav Modi extradition request submitted to UK authorities

Nirav Modi extradition request submitted to UK authorities

Rediff.com4 Aug 2018

If the absconding jeweller is traced in Britain, the extradition request to the UK government could follow a similar course as the case of embattled liquor tycoon Vijay Mallya

Passports of NRIs who don't register marriages to be seized

Passports of NRIs who don't register marriages to be seized

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

The draft law also allows courts to send summonses and warrants to the accused through a specially designated website to be hosted by the Ministry of External Affairs.

'A future war with China may start at a higher tempo'

'A future war with China may start at a higher tempo'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

'...and then get scaled down somewhat.' 'It will be difficult for any side to occupy meaningful territories, maybe just a bit here and there, and the destruction may vary on either side.'

Raut dealt with unaccounted money but not proceeds of crime, says court

Raut dealt with unaccounted money but not proceeds of crime, says court

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

A special court in Mumbai has said that Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut dealt with some "unaccounted money" for purchasing plots at Kihim near Alibag in Raigad district, but the same cannot be "thrown in the stock of proceeds of crime (POC) under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)".

OTT This Week: Mystery. Miracles. Drama

OTT This Week: Mystery. Miracles. Drama

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Sunil Shetty makes his OTT debut. Chiranjeevi comes calling. Parvathy Thiruvothu, Nithya Menen and Amruta Subhash provide enchanting viewing. Santa Claus gets ready to retire.

Why The BJP Needs The RSS For 2024

Why The BJP Needs The RSS For 2024

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

For the BJP, the RSS' organisational heft is a prized asset, considering the slew of elections it faces this year, ahead of the Lok Sabha election in 2024.

India asks EU to accept Covishield, Covaxin under Green Pass

India asks EU to accept Covishield, Covaxin under Green Pass

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

"We have requested EU member states to individually consider extending similar exemption to those persons who have taken COVID-19 vaccines in India, that is Covishield and Covaxin, and accept the vaccination certificate issued through the CoWIN portal," said a source.

Plan to Study Abroad? 13 TIPS for You

Plan to Study Abroad? 13 TIPS for You

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

How you can make the most of a foreign education.

No scope left for BJP to defend Raje, says Sachin Pilot

No scope left for BJP to defend Raje, says Sachin Pilot

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Congress said the BJP should ask Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje to step down as it can no longer "continue to defend the indefensible".

Cong writes to Rajasthan governor asking him to sack Raje

Cong writes to Rajasthan governor asking him to sack Raje

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Sticking to the demand for the sacking of Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje over 'Lalitgate', Rajasthan Congress on Friday submitted a memorandum to Governor Kalyan Singh charging that her position has become "untenable" in view of the controversy.

Mumbai police chief submits report on Lalit Modi meet to CM

Mumbai police chief submits report on Lalit Modi meet to CM

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria on Monday submitted a report containing information on his meeting with the former Indian Premier League boss Lalit Modi to the Maharashtra government.

Govt will play by rule book: Arun Jaitley on Lalit Modi controversy

Govt will play by rule book: Arun Jaitley on Lalit Modi controversy

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

The government will "play by the rule book" and make sure that absolute standards of probity are maintained, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said as the Opposition continued its attack over the Lalit Modi controversy.

Lalit Modi row: Raje may go, Swaraj likely to survive

Lalit Modi row: Raje may go, Swaraj likely to survive

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

As of Thursday, June 18, Narendra Modi and Amit Shah did not have an escape route to save the Rajasthan chief minister.

What To Check Before Studying Abroad

What To Check Before Studying Abroad

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

While most universities and colleges are genuine about what they offer, applicants need to verify the claims to check for authenticity and red flags if any, alerts Piyush Kumar, regional director, (South Asia), IDP Education, an overseas education consultancy.

Trump suspends immigration into US for 60 days to protect workers

Trump suspends immigration into US for 60 days to protect workers

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Describing it as 'a very powerful order' Trump told reporters during his daily news briefing at the White House on Wednesday that he signed the order to protect American workers' jobs in an economy pummelled by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ola reports first-ever operating profit of Rs 90 cr in FY21

Ola reports first-ever operating profit of Rs 90 cr in FY21

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Ola has reported its first operating profit of Rs 89.82 crore for 2020-21, even as the ride-hailing company's revenue declined 65 per cent to Rs 689.61 crore amid COVID-19 induced lockdowns. As per regulatory documents filed by ANI Technologies - the parent company of Ola - it had logged standalone operating profit (profit before finance cost, depreciation, amortisation and tax (EBITDA)) of Rs 89.82 crore in FY21 on a standalone basis, while it had registered a loss of Rs 610.18 crore in the preceding fiscal year.

Punjab govt to finance return of men stranded in Iraq

Punjab govt to finance return of men stranded in Iraq

Rediff.com21 Jun 2014

With over 200 people from Punjab stranded in strife-torn Iraq, the state government has decided to bear the expenses for bringing them back safely.