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BSP MLA Yakub Qureshi's benami property worth Rs 31 cr seized in UP
Rediff.com1 Jan 2024The seized properties include a hospital building at Bhavani Nagar in Nauchandi and two luxury cars that Qureshi had allegedly purchased in the name of his family members and employees, they said.
Why 'Captain' Vijayakanth Won't Be Forgotten
Rediff.com28 Dec 2023The Tamil film industry won't forget Vijayakanth's large-heartedness, how he took care of fellow industry persons, male or female, rich or poor, young or old...recalls N Sathiya Moorthy. How he sent money quietly for the family of a stunt artiste to meet his funeral expenses, how he always ensured that all female co-stars, including junior artistes, had secure accommodation on outdoor shoots, and how he would always the first to rush help if anyone from the fraternity was in distress.
Potential bidders set to get three chances in offshore mineral auction
Rediff.com28 Dec 2023For the country's maiden offshore mineral mining auction, the Centre is planning to relax the rules on the number of chances for bidding. Under the newly announced draft Offshore Areas Mineral (Auction) Rules and Offshore Areas (Existence of Mineral Resources) Rules, the ministry of mines is planning to offer three chances to potential bidders in its forthcoming inaugural offshore mining auction. If a single bid is not received during the second attempt, the plan is to initiate a new round of bidding for the third time.
India set to launch first-ever offshore mineral auction in Q1 FY24
Rediff.com28 Dec 2023In a step towards diversifying its resource base and securing green energy minerals, India is poised to launch its first-ever offshore mineral auction in the first quarter of 2024, announced Union Minister of Mines Pralhad Joshi during the launch event of the National Geoscience Data Repository portal. The government plans to hold auctions in March, offering 10-15 blocks for bidding. Meanwhile, the ministry of mines is currently developing rules and regulations for offshore mining.
Why Anju Bobby George is envious of today's athletes?
Rediff.com26 Dec 2023I envy today's athletes because I was in wrong era: Anju Bobby George
'Dhoni's great, but I still choose Sourav as my captain'
Rediff.com16 Dec 2023Former India better Parthiv Patel chose the former president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and captain Sourav Ganguly as his captain over Mahendra Singh Dhoni and said that there will always be a soft corner for his first skipper.
Should Dhoni Have Done This Ad?
Rediff.com12 Dec 2023It is a pity that he does not take his youth influencer role more seriously and align his brand endorsements more responsibly, notes Kanika Datta.
Vaishali, Praggnanandhaa make chess history
Rediff.com2 Dec 2023Vaishali becomes India's 84th Grandmaster, joins brother Praggnanandhaa in elite club
At COP28, Modi proposes to host 2028 climate talks in India
Rediff.com2 Dec 2023Asserting that the world does not have much time to correct the mistakes of the last century, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a 'Green Credit Initiative' focused on creating carbon sinks through people's participation and also proposed to host the United Nations climate conference in 2028, or COP33, in India.
'Rohit's a leader and I expect him to captain India till the T20 World Cup'
Rediff.com1 Dec 2023Impressed with his captaincy at the ODI World Cup, former captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday threw his weight behind Rohit Sharma, saying he should lead India at least till the T20 World Cup in June next year.
Modiji Census Kab Hoga?
Rediff.com1 Dec 2023Given the reality of the disparity and the enormous shift over the last 50 years, this can be done without an open and frank conversation with the people, something that has not begun and, knowing the style of our leader, is not expected to begin, asserts Aakar Patel.
Patnaik's close aide VK Pandian formally joins BJD
Rediff.com27 Nov 2023The 2000-batch IAS officer, who sparked several controversies and was accused of violating the service rule, had taken voluntary retirement from government service on October 23 this year.
How PM Modi Became Saint Modi
Rediff.com27 Nov 2023The transmogrification of Prime Minister Modi to Saint Modi began with the ground-breaking ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. By identifying himself with Lord Ram, Modi raised himself in popular imagination to a saintly person.
'Main apne bete ko hero nahin bana sakaa'
Rediff.com26 Nov 2023To see the 92-year old father attending court for his son's bail plea was more heartbreaking than any scene from Kohli's cinema.
Set up delimitation panel for SC/ST quota, SC tells govt
Rediff.com23 Nov 2023While asking the Centre to set up the delimitation panel, the top court, however, said it cannot direct Parliament to amend or make laws for giving proper representation to other communities that form part of the STs as that would amount to "venturing into the legislative domain".
BJP moves EC against Rahul's 'panauti' remark
Rediff.com22 Nov 2023The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday stepped up its protest against Rahul Gandhi for his 'panauti' jibe against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and urged the Election Commission to take action against the Congress leader.
Heroic missions: From 1989 Op Raniganj to Thai cave rescue
Rediff.com21 Nov 2023Arguably the 'most talked about' rescue mission in recent years, the story of a Thai youth soccer team and their coach trapped in the Tham Luang Cave, prompting a global rescue effort, gripped the world.
Rape convict Dera chief Gurmeet gets 3-week furlough again
Rediff.com21 Nov 2023He has been incarcerated since 2017 in Haryana's Sunaria jail where he is serving a 20-year term for raping two women disciples at his ashram's headquarters in Sirsa.
'Women are the most amazing creations of God'
Rediff.com20 Nov 2023'The girl who helps me at home has had a tough life, yet her perspective of life is so much more positive than mine despite the hardships she's endured.'
Remembering Dhoom Director Sanjay Gadhvi
Rediff.com20 Nov 2023Sanjay Gadhvi once revealed to Subhash K Jha that he never wanted to make Dhoom.
Dhoom director Sanjay Gadhvi dies at 56
Rediff.com19 Nov 2023Gadhvi, who was three days shy of his 57th birthday, is best known for helming two blockbuster hits in the Yash Raj Films' Dhoom franchise -- Dhoom (2004) and Dhoom 2 (2006).
Osama bin Laden's 'Letter to America' goes viral amid Israel-Hamas war
Rediff.com17 Nov 2023Laden tried to defend the roughly 3,000-person terror assaults against the United States in a long letter dated 2002.
'I don't think I will die so fast'
Rediff.com16 Nov 2023'My wife, family members as well as members of the workers will be trustees.' 'The trust will take all decisions -- no family member can individually take any decision.'
Sehwag, to me you are a cricketing great: Ganguly
Rediff.com14 Nov 2023Following the ICC Hall of Fame announcement on November 13, 2023, open letters have been written to the inductees by those close to them. Here, Sourav Ganguly salutes inductee #112, Virender Sehwag.
Hospitality icon PRS 'Biki' Oberoi passes away at 94
Rediff.com14 Nov 2023Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, the 94-year-old veteran corporate hotelier who redefined India's hospitality industry, passed away on Tuesday. The Chairman Emeritus of The Oberoi Group, popularly known as 'Biki', built a sprawling chain comprising 32 hotels during his lifetime. EIH owns the eponymous Oberoi and Trident hotel chains.
Jhulan's heartfelt tribute to Diana Edulji Revealed
Rediff.com13 Nov 2023In a touching letter, Jhulan Goswami expresses deep gratitude to Diana Edulji, set to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.
Edulji, Sehwag, de Silva inducted into ICC Hall Of Fame
Rediff.com13 Nov 2023Diana Edulji becomes the first Indian female inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.
'How to make Rs 60 lakhs grow quickly?'
Rediff.com9 Nov 2023rediffGURU and financial planning expert Colonel Sanjeev Govila will answer your personal finance-related questions.
SC asks Teesta, husband to cooperate with Gujarat police
Rediff.com1 Nov 2023The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed activist Teesta Setalvad and her husband Javed Anand to cooperate with the Gujarat Police in connection with a case filed against them over alleged misappropriation of funds.
Why Aishwarya Is Bollywood's Golden Girl
Rediff.com1 Nov 2023On her 50th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to Bollywood's Golden Girl and 15 of her noteworthy performances.
'We are completely crushed by Matthew's death'
Rediff.com31 Oct 2023'He would love that the world is talking about how talented he was. And he really was very talented.'
China Will Never Get Ladakh!
Rediff.com31 Oct 2023'It is flabbergasting to think that this heavenly region has, for decades, been coveted by India's aggressive neighbours,' says Claude Arpi after a recent visit to Ladakh. 'Wanting to use the newly created infrastructure to defend the borders after the clash of 2020 with China and the resulting standoffs, the home ministry is keen to boost border tourism to show that these areas are controlled by India.'
'Matthew brought so much joy to the world'
Rediff.com30 Oct 2023Matthew Perry's family has expressed gratitude to fans and well-wishers for remembering the Friends star, who died at his Los Angeles home on October 28.
Friends Star Matthew Perry Found Dead
Rediff.com29 Oct 2023Matthew Perry's role of Chandler Bing in 'Friends' made him extremely popular.
Ambani scions get seats on Reliance board
Rediff.com27 Oct 2023Shareholders have given approval to the appointment of Ambani scions Akash, Isha and Anant on board of Reliance Industries, the company said in a stock exchange filing.
Is the Scorpio Classic still relevant in 2023?
Rediff.com26 Oct 2023If you are looking for an SUV with the latest tech, then the Scorpio Classic is cleary not for you.
Vasundhara Raje Fading Away Into Oblivion?
Rediff.com25 Oct 2023Vasundhara Raje may have had her faults but she is an unconventional and brave leader who deserves better, observes Aditi Phadnis.
There is only one victim in this case, and it is Israel
Rediff.com23 Oct 2023There is only one perpetrator, Hamas. It is a terrorist organisation. It is obscene to argue that until the Palestinian question is solved, anybody has the right to use terrorism as an instrument of policy, argues Shekhar Gupta.
India sends medical aid among 38.5 tonnes of relief materials to Palestine
Rediff.com22 Oct 2023The consignments were sent in a C-17 transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force.
Gaza war: India seeks observance of humanitarian law
Rediff.com19 Oct 2023Days after an attack on a hospital in Gaza triggered global outrage, India on Thursday called for strict observance of international humanitarian law.