Kumar Rakesh And Barun Jha

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How BJP is winning battle of alliances

How BJP is winning battle of alliances

Rediff.com   11 Mar 2019

The ruling party seems in far better shape than the Congress, which is yet to finalise seat-sharing agreements in several states.

Satya Nadella on the biggest challenge world economy is facing

Satya Nadella on the biggest challenge world economy is facing

Rediff.com   22 Jan 2019

This next phase of globalisation needs to deliver economic growth so that it is equitable: Nadella.

BJP faces tough battle in states that powered its surge

BJP faces tough battle in states that powered its surge

Rediff.com   12 Dec 2018

BJP's loss of power in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattigarh means that it will have to face a resurgent Congress in the three states where it had emerged victorious in 62 of 65 Lok Sabha seats.

Those involved in lynchings can't call themselves nationalists: VP

Those involved in lynchings can't call themselves nationalists: VP

Rediff.com   9 Sep 2018

'Bharat Mata Ki Jai means 'Jai Ho' to 130 crore people'

Need to reframe rules to take care of 'erring members': Venkaiah Naidu

Need to reframe rules to take care of 'erring members': Venkaiah Naidu

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2018

'My immediate concern is restoring prestige and decorum of Rajya Sabha...'

How Vajpayee rose on foundation built by Advani

How Vajpayee rose on foundation built by Advani

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2018

If Advani's ideological leadership galvanised the party's cadres and core support, Vajpayee's soaring oratory, common touch, easy charm and convivial manners won over the masses and brought new allies on board.

Why BJP is not nervous despite discontent among sullen allies

Why BJP is not nervous despite discontent among sullen allies

Rediff.com   9 Mar 2018

Discontentment of allies may not look serious now, but the BJP needs to develop a better mechanism to deal with the allies ahead of the next Lok Sabha polls in 2019.

We are replacing red tape with red carpet: Modi

We are replacing red tape with red carpet: Modi

Rediff.com   23 Jan 2018

Hard selling India as an investment destination at the WEF, Modi said the government is following the principle of reform, perform and transform.

India means business, Modi tells CEOs at Davos roundtable

India means business, Modi tells CEOs at Davos roundtable

Rediff.com   23 Jan 2018

Under the tagline of 'India means business', the roundtable was attended by 40 CEOs of global companies and 20 from India.

Prime Minister Modi in Davos for WEF

Prime Minister Modi in Davos for WEF

Rediff.com   22 Jan 2018

Modi, the first Indian prime minister to attend the summit in two decades, would deliver the opening plenary address at the summit on Tuesday.

G20 action plan praises India for reforms, inclusive growth

G20 action plan praises India for reforms, inclusive growth

Rediff.com   9 Jul 2017

It further said India is facilitating external commercial borrowings by startups in order to encourage innovation and promote ease of doing business.

Picture speaks more than a thousand words: India on Modi-Xi meet

Picture speaks more than a thousand words: India on Modi-Xi meet

Rediff.com   9 Jul 2017

"We have tweeted that the two leaders discussed a range of issues. A range of issues means a range of issues. I don't want to add anything further... I leave it to you to draw your conclusion," external affairs ministry spokesperson Gopal Baglay said.

US isolated as India, other G20 members back Paris climate pact

US isolated as India, other G20 members back Paris climate pact

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2017

The two-day G20 Summit saw the Indian side making "significant contributions" on resolve to counter terrorism and boost global trade and investment.

PM seeks UK's help in return of Vijay Mallya, Lalit Modi

PM seeks UK's help in return of Vijay Mallya, Lalit Modi

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2017

Mallya has been in the UK for months, escaping arrest warrants against him.

PHOTOS: Trump walks up to Modi for 'impromptu' chat at G20 Summit

PHOTOS: Trump walks up to Modi for 'impromptu' chat at G20 Summit

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2017

Arvind Panagariya, sherpa for India at the summit, tweeted about the "interaction".

G20 leaders pledge to eliminate all terror safe havens

G20 leaders pledge to eliminate all terror safe havens

Rediff.com   7 Jul 2017

The G20 leaders resolved to facilitate swift and targeted exchanges of information between intelligence, law enforcement and judicial authorities on operational information-sharing, preventive measures and criminal justice response.

Modi targets Pakistan at G20; equates LeT, JeM to IS, Al Qaeda

Modi targets Pakistan at G20; equates LeT, JeM to IS, Al Qaeda

Rediff.com   7 Jul 2017

Modi regretted that the international response to terrorism was weak and said more cooperation was needed to fight the menace.

At G20 Summit, Modi, Xi exchange praises, 'discuss range of issues'

At G20 Summit, Modi, Xi exchange praises, 'discuss range of issues'

Rediff.com   7 Jul 2017

Modi emphasised that it was necessary to work together for sustained global economic recovery.

Yogi Adityanath drives BJP Hindutva campaign in eastern UP

Yogi Adityanath drives BJP Hindutva campaign in eastern UP

Rediff.com   2 Mar 2017

The fifth-term Lok Sabha member is the mascot of the party's Hindutva-wrapped agenda of development as the BJP makes a final push in its bid to capture power in the state

Gadkari's next big plan: To create a city like Davos in India

Gadkari's next big plan: To create a city like Davos in India

Rediff.com   19 Jan 2017

A city like Davos in India would give a big boost to tourism, development, jobs and overall economy