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Rishi Sunak to take charge as UK PM after meeting King Charles today

Rishi Sunak to take charge as UK PM after meeting King Charles today

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Outgoing Prime Minister Liz Truss will chair her final Cabinet meeting at 10 Downing Street on Tuesday morning before she makes her way to Buckingham Palace to formally tender her resignation to the 73-year-old monarch.

Mukesh Ambani completes 20 years as Reliance boss

Mukesh Ambani completes 20 years as Reliance boss

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Mukesh Ambani, who took over the reins of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) after the sudden demise of his legendary industrialist father Dhirubhai Ambani, completes 20 years at the helm during which the company saw a 17-fold jump in revenues, 20-times surge in profit and has become a global conglomerate.

Govt files review plea against release of six convicts in Rajiv Gandhi murder case

Govt files review plea against release of six convicts in Rajiv Gandhi murder case

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Facing criticism from the Congress, the government on Thursday moved the Supreme Court seeking a review of its order for premature release of six convicts in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case.

Rajouri Terror Attack Is A Warning!

Rajouri Terror Attack Is A Warning!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

The Centre and state governments have shied away from highlighting the ISI's attempts to displace Hindus and create corridors of sympathetic demography to further their designs especially along the communication arteries from Jammu to the Kashmir Valley.

India takes over SCO rotating presidency

India takes over SCO rotating presidency

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev chaired the 22nd SCO summit in Samarkand which was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Why Putin told Modi, 'Can't wish you happy birthday in advance'

Why Putin told Modi, 'Can't wish you happy birthday in advance'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

"I would like to wish India all the best. I also know that tomorrow, my dear friend, you are about to celebrate your birthday. "As per the Russian tradition, we never offer Congratulations in advance. So, I cannot do that right now," Putin said.

SCO should stage major sporting event, says Putin

SCO should stage major sporting event, says Putin

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Russian President Vladimir Putin told a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on Friday that the group should consider staging its own major sporting competition.

Modi reaches Samarkand, to meet Putin; no confirmation on meeting Xi

Modi reaches Samarkand, to meet Putin; no confirmation on meeting Xi

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday left for the Uzbek city of Samarkand to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit that will also see the participation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Iran's Ebrahim Raisi among other top world leaders.

'I once lost a film because...'

'I once lost a film because...'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

'... I didn't have an Instagram account!' 'I was told that the actor who's being considered in my place has a lot of followers, and that will help the producers.'

Movie Legend Jean-Luc Godard Passes Into The Ages

Movie Legend Jean-Luc Godard Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The Godfather of French New Wave Cinema was 91.

When Mulayam dashed Sonia's prime ministerial hopes

When Mulayam dashed Sonia's prime ministerial hopes

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Gandhi, then a newly appointed Congress chief, had staked claim to form the government at the Centre after the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee had lost the vote of confidence in the Lok Sabha on April 17, 1999.

Australians Peers-Sanders clinch US Open mixed doubles

Australians Peers-Sanders clinch US Open mixed doubles

Rediff.com11 Sep 2022

John Peers and Storm Sanders became the first Australians since 2001 to claim the US Open mixed doubles title with a 4-6, 6-4, 10-7 win over Belgian Kirsten Flipkens and France's Edouard Roger-Vasselin on Saturday.

BJP can't win a single seat on its own in Tamil Nadu: Stalin

BJP can't win a single seat on its own in Tamil Nadu: Stalin

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Stalin said one cannot and should not decide the mood of the entire country based on the results of one state elections.

Ex-NSE MD Ravi Narain sent to 2-day ED custody

Ex-NSE MD Ravi Narain sent to 2-day ED custody

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

A Delhi court on Wednesday sent former MD and CEO of National Stock Exchange Ravi Narain to two days' custodial interrogation by Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case related to alleged illegal phone tapping and snooping on stock exchange employees. Special Judge Sunena Sharma allowed ED's plea seeking Narain's custody till September 9 after the accused was produced before him by the probe agency. ED's Special Public Prosecutor N K Matta told the court that Narain was required to be confronted with other accused persons and evidence in the matter to unearth the larger conspiracy in the matter.

Will parties pay heed to concerns of Bhuj's earthquake survivors, experts?

Will parties pay heed to concerns of Bhuj's earthquake survivors, experts?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

As the election approaches, the earthquake survivors and the scientists urge political parties to take note of warning signs before it's too late.

Seen These WONDERFUL Films?

Seen These WONDERFUL Films?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Aseem Chhabra presents his list of 100 best (and must watch) films -- many classics, some relatively new and several personal favourites.

Major soccer stadium disasters over the last 40 years

Major soccer stadium disasters over the last 40 years

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

A look at some of the major disasters in soccer stadiums over the last 40 years following Saturday's stampede at a football match in the Indonesian province of East Java which left several dead.

Why Modi-Shah Are Betting On Bhupendrabhai

Why Modi-Shah Are Betting On Bhupendrabhai

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Bhupendra Patel can never really break free of intervention from New Delhi. But if he can win over the Gujaratis and improve the BJP's tally substantially, he will have proved that he should be taken seriously.

Communal flare-up near memorial set to be inaugurated by PM

Communal flare-up near memorial set to be inaugurated by PM

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Police sources said a group of members from one community attacked and vandalised shops and a place of worship of another social group.

Rishi Sunak appointed UK's prime minister by King Charles III

Rishi Sunak appointed UK's prime minister by King Charles III

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Rishi Sunak on Tuesday scripted history when he was appointed by King Charles III as Britain's first Indian-origin prime minister after being elected unopposed as the new leader of the governing Conservative Party on Diwali.

AAP, MIM's entry makes BJP, Congress worry over Kutch outcome

AAP, MIM's entry makes BJP, Congress worry over Kutch outcome

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The Congress and BJP are apprehensive that AAP might eat into their votes among the Patel community, Kshatriyas, a section of minorities, and Dalits, thus delivering a fatal blow in the closely-contested seats. But the local BJP is elated over the entry of AIMIM as there will be a contender for minority votes apart from the Congress in seats like Bhuj and Mandvi, which have considerable Muslim electorate.

In 75th year of Independence, govt may shut down British India Corp

In 75th year of Independence, govt may shut down British India Corp

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

Once the iconic red-brick building of British India Corporation (BICL), which manufactured the popular "Lal-Imli" brand of woollen products, made Cawnpore (now Kanpur) the Manchester of the East. In the 75th year of independence, the government may finally pull the curtains on the century-old, now defunct public sector enterprise. "The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) has floated a draft cabinet note for closure of British India Corporation (BICL) along with National Textiles Corporation (NTC). "The Cabinet may soon tak

10 highs and lows in Federer's career

10 highs and lows in Federer's career

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

A look at the 10 landmark matches from the 20-times Grand Slam champion's career.

China puts hold on proposal at UN to blacklist 26/11 LeT handler

China puts hold on proposal at UN to blacklist 26/11 LeT handler

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

China has put a hold on a proposal moved at the United Nations by the United States and co-supported by India to designate Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Sajid Mir, one of India's most wanted terrorists and the main handler of the deadly 2008 Mumbai attacks, as a global terrorist.

India supports mutual trust among SCO members: Modi

India supports mutual trust among SCO members: Modi

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Modi's emphasises on transit for trade comes amid Pakistan's reluctance to provide such a facility for two-way trade between India and Pakistan.

Salman Rushdie once complained about 'too much security' around him

Salman Rushdie once complained about 'too much security' around him

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Following the attack on Friday, questions were raised about the security precautions -- or lack thereof -- at the host institution, which sits in a rural lake resort about 110 km south of Buffalo, New York.

India breaks silence on Taiwan, calls for avoiding change in status quo

India breaks silence on Taiwan, calls for avoiding change in status quo

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

India on Friday said it was concerned over the developments around Taiwan and called for avoiding "unilateral actions" to change the status quo in the region, days after China held its biggest-ever military drills around the self-ruled island following US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to it.

PICS: Alcaraz, Ruud to clash for US Open crown, No. 1 spot

PICS: Alcaraz, Ruud to clash for US Open crown, No. 1 spot

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Norway's Casper Ruud harnessed his mighty forehand to reach his second Grand Slam final this year by beating Russia's Karen Khachanov 7-6(5), 6-2, 5-7, 6-2 at the US Open, keeping alive his hopes of reaching the top of the world rankings.

'Why is my leave encashment not exempt from tax?'

'Why is my leave encashment not exempt from tax?'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

Manipur decides to set up population commission, implement NRC

Manipur decides to set up population commission, implement NRC

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

The resolutions were moved by Janata Dal-United legislator Kh Joykishan on Friday, the last day of the budget session of the state assembly.

Two-phase Gujarat polls on December 1 and 5; Results on December 8

Two-phase Gujarat polls on December 1 and 5; Results on December 8

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Gujarat will go to polls in two phases on December 1 and 5 with the counting of votes on December 8 along with that of Himachal Pradesh, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar announced.

ISIS, Qaeda planning large-scale attacks on US, warns FBI

ISIS, Qaeda planning large-scale attacks on US, warns FBI

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Federal Bureau of Investigation director Christopher Wray on Thursday expressed concern that foreign terrorist organisations (FTOs), such as the Islamic State and Al Qaeda, may either launch or inspire large-scale attacks against the United States.

TRS goes national, renamed as Bharat Rashtra Samiti

TRS goes national, renamed as Bharat Rashtra Samiti

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

A resolution to this effect was passed at the party's general body meeting in Hyderabad, party sources said.

ED seals Young Indian office in National Herald premises

ED seals Young Indian office in National Herald premises

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday temporarily sealed the premises of Young Indian (YI) in the Congress-owned National Herald office in Delhi as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation, official sources said.

PM unveils new Naval Ensign, drops St George's Cross: 10 Facts

PM unveils new Naval Ensign, drops St George's Cross: 10 Facts

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled the new Naval Ensign 'Nishaan' at Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi, doing away with the colonial past and befitting the rich Indian maritime heritage.

Prince Charles' charity fund accepted Osama family donation: Report

Prince Charles' charity fund accepted Osama family donation: Report

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

According to The Sunday Times, Prince Charles met with the Al Qaeda founder's half-brother Bakr in London and allegedly agreed to accept GBP 1 million.

US, Taliban hold talks over $ 3.5 bn frozen Afghan bank reserves

US, Taliban hold talks over $ 3.5 bn frozen Afghan bank reserves

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

A US special envoy met senior Taliban representatives in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and discussed the issue of Afghan central bank reserves.

The 100 Best Films, RANKED

The 100 Best Films, RANKED

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

It is by no means a perfect list and I might have missed out some important films but these are films that have entertained me, taught me how to be compassionate, to view the world, and understand people, their histories, behaviors and customs.

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Learning perhaps from the Kargil debacle, Musharraf tried hard to evolve as a statesman in his dealings with India, recalls Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

'Why Won't Indian Players Play BBL?'

'Why Won't Indian Players Play BBL?'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

'It won't diminish the IPL, it will only grow them as a brand.'

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