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Will J&K Assembly Pass A Resolution For Article 370 To Be Restored?

Will J&K Assembly Pass A Resolution For Article 370 To Be Restored?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Pressure is mounting for a resolution to be moved in the assembly when it meets next week for its maiden sitting to demand 'restoration of Article 370 and Article 35A' as committed in the National Conference's election manifesto, reveals Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs.

Why China conveyed 'heartfelt appreciation' to Indian Navy

Why China conveyed 'heartfelt appreciation' to Indian Navy

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

China on Thursday conveyed its 'heartfelt appreciation' to the Indian Navy for rescuing a critically injured Chinese mariner from a cargo ship off the Mumbai coast and providing him with timely medical treatment.

Alcaraz outlasts Sinner to win China Open crown

Alcaraz outlasts Sinner to win China Open crown

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

French Open and Wimbledon champion Alcaraz, who won both of his previous meetings with Sinner this year, recovered from a slow start to wrap up victory in three hours, 21 minutes and improve his head-to-head record with the Italian to 6-4.

RIL's Q2 net falls 5% on weak O2C business

RIL's Q2 net falls 5% on weak O2C business

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Reliance Industries Ltd on Monday reported a 5 per cent fall in the net profit for the July-September quarter, as weak oil refining and petrochemical business hurt operational performance.

Cyclone Tauktae: Strong winds, rain in Goa; power supply hit

Cyclone Tauktae: Strong winds, rain in Goa; power supply hit

Rediff.com16 May 2021

Gusty winds and heavy rains lashed several parts of Goa on Sunday morning due to cyclonic storm Tauktae, uprooting electric poles and affecting power supply in many parts of the coastal state, officials said.

Lakshya heads to Austria for pre-season testing

Lakshya heads to Austria for pre-season testing

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

The 22-year-old from Almora, who had come close to winning an Olympic medal in Paris before finishing fourth, will undergo a series of tests at the Red Bull Athlete Performance Centre in Salzburg to get a detailed evaluation to rev up his fitness and game.

At 135 kmph, cyclone 'Remal' to make landfall in Bengal tonight

At 135 kmph, cyclone 'Remal' to make landfall in Bengal tonight

Rediff.com26 May 2024

This is the first cyclone in the Bay of Bengal this pre-monsoon season.

Cyclone Remal to hit Bengal on Sunday, Kolkata airport to suspend flights

Cyclone Remal to hit Bengal on Sunday, Kolkata airport to suspend flights

Rediff.com25 May 2024

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal intensified into a cyclonic storm, named Remal, on Saturday evening and is likely to turn severe before making landfall between the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh on Sunday midnight, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

Monsoon sets in over Kerala and northeast

Monsoon sets in over Kerala and northeast

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Spurred by cyclone Remal, the southwest monsoon set in over the Kerala coast and parts of the northeast on Thursday, a day earlier than forecast by the weather office.

Barbados Prepares For Hurricane Beryl

Barbados Prepares For Hurricane Beryl

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Hours after India's triumph in the T20 World Cup at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados and other islands in the West Indies prepared for the onslaught of the expected fury of Hurricane Beryl.

Getting Infatuated With Tamannaah

Getting Infatuated With Tamannaah

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Saiyami gets sporty... Pooja goes trekking... Madhur meets Priyanka...

Columbia's James Rodriguez breaks Messi's record

Columbia's James Rodriguez breaks Messi's record

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Argentina will face Columbia in their Copa America title defence on Sunday, July 14.

A Resort Full Of Army, Cricket Memories

A Resort Full Of Army, Cricket Memories

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Run by a former cricketer and son of India's military heroes, Mike's Forest Retreat is an ode to all that we hold dear.

Mumbai traffic back on track after heavy rains, woman drowns

Mumbai traffic back on track after heavy rains, woman drowns

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The Mumbai civic body and police have advised all people in the city and surrounding areas to stay indoors as much as possible.

Will Australia stick with Smith as opener in India Tests?

Will Australia stick with Smith as opener in India Tests?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Following David Warner's retirement from Tests, Steve Smith opened the batting for Australia in series against West Indies and New Zealand.

Arrivals at Chennai airport suspended due to heavy rains, strong winds

Arrivals at Chennai airport suspended due to heavy rains, strong winds

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

'Due to severe rains and heavy cross winds, arrivals at #AAI Chennai Airport will remain suspended from 1315 hrs to 1800 hrs, today. Departures will continue. The decision has been taken considering the safety aspect of passengers and severity of wind,' the Chennai Airport tweeted.

Indian crew member of capsized ship off Oman dies

Indian crew member of capsized ship off Oman dies

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

An Indian crew member of a Comoros-flagged oil tanker that capsized off the Oman coast has died, officials said on Thursday.

HC stays order on winding up SpiceJet for 3 weeks

HC stays order on winding up SpiceJet for 3 weeks

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

The Madras high court has ordered the winding up of private carrier SpiceJet Limited and directed the official Liquidator attached to the high court to take over its assets, in a plea filed by a Swiss company over unpaid dues. The court was allowing a company petition from Credit Suisse AG, a stock corporation registered under the laws of Switzerland, which prayed for winding up of the Indian firm under the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 and appoint the Official Liquidator of the high court as the liquidator with all powers under Section 448 of the Companies Act to take charge of SpiceJet's assets, properties, stock in trade and books of accounts. The "respondent company (SpiceJet) has miserably failed to satisfy the three pronged test suggested by the Supreme Court in Mathusudan Govardhandas & Co v Madhu Woollen Industries (P) Ltd, and hence had rendered itself liable to be wound up for its inability to pay its debts under Section 433 (e) of the Companies Act 1956," Justice R Subramanian said in his order on Monday and directed the private carrier be wound up and the official liquidator take over its assets.

2 die as Cyclone Remal tears through Bengal, heavy rain to continue

2 die as Cyclone Remal tears through Bengal, heavy rain to continue

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The cyclone ravaged adjacent coasts of the state and Bangladesh between Sagar Island and Khepupara, near the southwest of Mongla in the neighbouring country, after its landfall process began at 8.30 pm on Sunday.

Govt announces Critical Mineral Mission to boost domestic output

Govt announces Critical Mineral Mission to boost domestic output

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The government on Tuesday proposed to launch a mission to give fillip to the domestic output of critical minerals like copper and lithium, their recycling as well as acquisition of such assets abroad. Presenting Union Budget for 2024-25, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also said the government will launch the auction of the first round of offshore mining blocks.

Coming Soon: Tata Curvv, The All-New SUV Coupe

Coming Soon: Tata Curvv, The All-New SUV Coupe

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Mark your calendar! On August 7, Tata Motors is unveiling a revolutionary vehicle -- the Curvv, billed as India's first SUV coupe.

2 dead, 23 injured in Delhi as dust storm uproots trees

2 dead, 23 injured in Delhi as dust storm uproots trees

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Power was also disrupted in many areas as the dust storm swept the national capital late Friday night.

SpiceJet not to wind up just yet; gets 3 weeks' reprieve

SpiceJet not to wind up just yet; gets 3 weeks' reprieve

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

A bench headed by Chief Justice N V Ramana took note of the submissions of senior advocate Harish Salve that SpiceJet would try to resolve the issue with the Swiss firm. "Senior counsel Harish Salve sought three weeks' time for trying to resolve the matter and Mr K V Vishwanathan (appearing for the Swiss firm) also agreed to the adjournment. "Meanwhile, the high court order is stayed for three weeks," the bench, also comprising justices A S Bopanna and Hima Kohli, ordered.

Favourable winds blowing for Cement sector, demand remains strong

Favourable winds blowing for Cement sector, demand remains strong

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Cement companies witnessed speculative support from investors through FY23 amid hopes of a rebound. After capex announcements in the FY24 Budget, there was further interest due to expectations that government expenditure would boost earnings, besides a generic macro-recovery. Cement earnings were under pressure in FY22 and FY23 due to high raw material and fuel costs; muted demand prevented them passing on the higher cost.

Should You Invest In SME IPOs?

Should You Invest In SME IPOs?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Many do not have robust business models, and their prospects of survival and long-term growth are poor.'

'China Will Be India's Main Concern In Sri Lanka'

'China Will Be India's Main Concern In Sri Lanka'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

'Will President Dissanayake calibrate his foreign policy taking into account India's immediate security concerns? We need to watch.'

PICS: Noah Lyles is the world's fastest man!

PICS: Noah Lyles is the world's fastest man!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Noah Lyles is the new Olympic 100m champion!

Heavy rain lashes Delhi, brings respite from heat

Heavy rain lashes Delhi, brings respite from heat

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

The minimum temperature in Delhi was recorded at 28.6 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Can India finally end its losing streak vs Sweden in Davis Cup?

Can India finally end its losing streak vs Sweden in Davis Cup?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

India has never beaten Sweden in five attempts in the Davis Cup.

Cyclone Remal makes landfall: Over 1 lakh evacuated; rail, air, road traffic hit

Cyclone Remal makes landfall: Over 1 lakh evacuated; rail, air, road traffic hit

Rediff.com27 May 2024

As severe cyclonic storm 'Remal' initiated its landfall process between the coasts of Bangladesh and adjoining West Bengal on Sunday evening, authorities took swift action, evacuating over 1 lakh people from vulnerable areas of the state to safety.

Closest 100m Final In Olympic History!

Closest 100m Final In Olympic History!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Noah Lyles won by five thousandths of a second in a sensational finish to give the United States the 100m title for the first time in 20 years.

India's Aditi, Diksha disappoint in Olympic golf

India's Aditi, Diksha disappoint in Olympic golf

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Indian women golfers Aditi Ashok (79) and Diksha Dagar (80) slipped on the penultimate day to be tied 40th and 42nd at the Olympic Games in Paris on Friday.

SpaceX begins mission to bring back Sunita Williams, Wilmore from ISS

SpaceX begins mission to bring back Sunita Williams, Wilmore from ISS

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

SpaceX launched a reduced two-man crew to the International Space Station on Saturday, carrying supplies and two empty seats for Starliner astronauts awaiting a return home in February after an unplanned eight-and-a-half-month stay in orbit, CBS News reported.

What Are Mira-Shahid Celebrating?

What Are Mira-Shahid Celebrating?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Vaani 'little girl big dreams'... Kartik enjoys some chaat...Kamal Haasan jets off...

Fire on cargo ship off Karwar under control, 1 crew member missing

Fire on cargo ship off Karwar under control, 1 crew member missing

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

The fire on a merchant vessel off the Karwar coast has been brought under control after more than 24 hours but one of the ship's 21 crew members was missing, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) said on Saturday.

Chennai Brains Behind Ford's Global Hits

Chennai Brains Behind Ford's Global Hits

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

'We participate in the design/development of components and systems for electric vehicles, internal combustion engines, and hybrid vehicles.'

Top 10 wind power countries

Top 10 wind power countries

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

The price of wind power may soon compete with conventional fossil fuels, according to researchers in the United States

North America goes into raptures over full solar eclipse

North America goes into raptures over full solar eclipse

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

The total solar eclipse of 2024 was a historic celestial event because it won't be visible across the contiguous US again until August 2044 and an annular eclipse -- which happens when the Moon can't completely blocks the Sun-- won't appear across this part of the world again until 2046.

Preity Sparkles At Cannes

Preity Sparkles At Cannes

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Preity Zinta is in Cannes to present the Pierre Angenieux ExcelLens in Cinematography honour to veteran cinematographer Santosh Sivan.

Therapy call powers Noah Lyles to Olympic 100m gold

Therapy call powers Noah Lyles to Olympic 100m gold

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

A phone call with his therapist after a worrying semi-final helped propel Noah Lyles to the top of the Olympic podium on Sunday.