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Delhi HC orders release of Tandoor murder case convict Sushil Sharma

Delhi HC orders release of Tandoor murder case convict Sushil Sharma

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The high court set aside and quashed the recommendations of the sentence review board (SRB) which had rejected Sharma's representation for pre-mature release.

In open letter to UP voters, Sonia attacks PM

In open letter to UP voters, Sonia attacks PM

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

She, however, did not talk of the Congress-Samajwadi Party alliance and sought support for only her party's candidates.

Hundreds gather in US to mark International Yoga Day

Hundreds gather in US to mark International Yoga Day

Rediff.com18 Jun 2017

The Indian ambassador to the US, Navtej Sarna, said it was a moving sight to see people turning up in large numbers at the heart of the US capital for the event.

'India has adequate forex to manage challenges'

'India has adequate forex to manage challenges'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

India's forex reserves recently declined by $704 million to $354.517 billion.

E-rickshaws to be back soon; govt approves changes in law

E-rickshaws to be back soon; govt approves changes in law

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

The e-rickshaws that had gone off Delhi roads will now be back soon.

My teacher, 'The Three Ninety'

My teacher, 'The Three Ninety'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

'I never fail to remember those spirited men of the 390 Field Company who moulded me into an army officer worthy of being their commander.'

How I survive in a family of actors!

How I survive in a family of actors!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

'Everyone at home has a very strong point of view about how it should have been.' 'So opinions clash, points of view clash.' 'Everyone will have their favourites, and that '"I didn't like that moment in your performance".' '"This was such a kaam-chalao thing you did".'

FDI policy in pharma set for major overhaul

FDI policy in pharma set for major overhaul

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

After a high-level meeting held on Friday chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, it has been decided that the Commerce and Industry would soon start a consultation process to address 'dangers inherent' in the current model of FDI in brownfield pharma units.

Why nuclear deal with US is lost in a blind alley

Why nuclear deal with US is lost in a blind alley

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

US urges New Delhi to align its nuclear liability law with the international convention

India's tweaking of FDI norms aimed at only China

India's tweaking of FDI norms aimed at only China

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

'India-China economic ties are likely to take a hit in the wake of the new situation, but that also provides India with a new opportunity to strengthen its manufacturing base,' points out Dr Rajaram Panda.

After reshuffle, new ministers get down to work

After reshuffle, new ministers get down to work

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

A day after being sworn-in, the new ministers took charge of their portfolios. Here's a look at the various new ministers on their first day at work.

India-Japan aim to curtail China's maritime footprint

India-Japan aim to curtail China's maritime footprint

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

The India-Japan joint naval exercises are a strategic signal for China, observes Dr Rajaram Panda.

Civil nuclear deal with Pak 'ill-advised': US Senator

Civil nuclear deal with Pak 'ill-advised': US Senator

Rediff.com22 Oct 2015

Senator John Cornyn, Senate Majority Whip for the 114th Congress, in a letter to Obama, has said "it is ill-advised" to pursue any civil nuclear agreement with Pakistan.

Check out new BCCI president Thakur's initiatives

Check out new BCCI president Thakur's initiatives

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Making India the top team in all formats of the game will be the priority for BCCI president Anurag Thakur, writes Rediff.com's Harish Kotian.

Review: Aiyaary feels like unending punishment

Review: Aiyaary feels like unending punishment

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

Aiyaary is a bloated, prolonged mess of misplaced purpose that digresses from military misdeeds to animal cruelty, feels Sukanya Verma.

What Olympics postponement will cost Japan

What Olympics postponement will cost Japan

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

'The Olympics postponement may not be a political body blow to Abe Shinzo, but it is no denying that the economic cost of the postponement of the Games will be heavy for Japan,' observes Dr Rajaram Panda.

Germany launches probe into Volkswagen emissions scandal

Germany launches probe into Volkswagen emissions scandal

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

The software could hide the fact that the emission levels of diesel cars were 40 times higher than the level of pollutants allowed in the US.

PM to interact with economists, experts at first meeting of NITI

PM to interact with economists, experts at first meeting of NITI

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

In the first meeting of NITI Aayog on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with eminent economists and experts across sectors along with the existing members of the newly constituted body.

Modi: From RSS pracharak to electoral superman

Modi: From RSS pracharak to electoral superman

Rediff.com23 May 2019

The prime minister has been unstoppable as he transported the BJP to colossal success on a wave of muscular nationalism, majoritarian pride and charisma.

Pak PM sad over LoC killings, wants to meet Dr Singh

Pak PM sad over LoC killings, wants to meet Dr Singh

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting with military and civilian officials to review tensions with India after the killing of five Indian soldiers along the LoC.

How many jobs were actually created under Mudra?

How many jobs were actually created under Mudra?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

The NDA govt launched the Mudra scheme to give unsecured loans of up to Rs 10 lakh to small enterprises with the objective to provide self-employment

SP's pari-war moves to Delhi, now fight begins over party symbol

SP's pari-war moves to Delhi, now fight begins over party symbol

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

In a major development in the ongoing Samajwadi Party feud, Mulayam Singh Yadav has postponed the national convention of party called by him on January 5.

Sheena Bora Trial: What's wrong with Peter?

Sheena Bora Trial: What's wrong with Peter?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

He is, at the closing of 2018, a man quite different from the Peter Mukerjea who entered judicial custody three-and-a-half years ago. He is a man not yet convicted of a crime, but already suffering for it, like the hundreds that enter these courts every day and the thousands Peter shares jail space with in a central Mumbai prison.

Sebi to tighten insider trading norms

Sebi to tighten insider trading norms

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

The high-level panel, chaired by former Chief Justice of Karnataka and Kerala High Courts, K Sodhi, had focused on reviewing the Sebi (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 1992.

Day 1@IIM-Ahmedabad

Day 1@IIM-Ahmedabad

Rediff.com16 Jan 2016

What happens when someone working in one of India's large public sector companies ends up there, hoping IIM-A is all about leadership?

India had offered to evacuate Pakistanis from Wuhan: MEA

India had offered to evacuate Pakistanis from Wuhan: MEA

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

Meanwhile, India has cancelled all visas issued to foreign nationals coming from China as it stepped up efforts to combat the spread of novel coronavirus after 150 passengers were identified with symptoms of the deadly virus and sent to isolation units.

UNSC reform most urgent and pressing need: Swaraj

UNSC reform most urgent and pressing need: Swaraj

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

India on Thursday said that the United Nations Security Council reform is the "most urgent and pressing need" and called for inclusion of more developing nations in the decision making structures of the powerful world body.

Unified Command reviews Bodo poll security

Unified Command reviews Bodo poll security

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

The joint operation group of the Unified Command structure reviewed security scenario in the four Bodoland Territorial Area Districts in view of the Bodoland Territorial Council polls scheduled on April 8, a defence spokesman said on Friday.

Govt to set up 300 rural clusters by 2020

Govt to set up 300 rural clusters by 2020

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

Modi government has earlier faced criticism from the Opposition on a number of occasions for renaming the schemes including PURA launched by the UPA in past.

5-member committee to decide on new Andhra capital

5-member committee to decide on new Andhra capital

Rediff.com26 Apr 2014

The Centre has constituted a five-member expert committee to study various alternatives available to it to decide on a new capital for Andhra Pradesh.

Apple can open its own stores in India

Apple can open its own stores in India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Paving way for iPhone maker Apple to open its own stores India, the government on Monday relaxed FDI norms by giving a three-year exemption from local sourcing to foreign players in single-brand retail and a further five-year relaxation for 'state-of-art' and 'cutting-edge' technology.

Rahul replies to EC notice, denies model code violation

Rahul replies to EC notice, denies model code violation

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Friday replied to the Election Commission notice over alleged model code violation with controversial remarks that Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence was in touch with Muzaffarnagar riot victims, denying the charge.

What Lessons can India Learn from Japan?

What Lessons can India Learn from Japan?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

'Both India and Japan can find themselves in a win-win situation if they draw some lessons from each other's strengths,' says Dr Rajaram Panda.

How to make jobs programmes work

How to make jobs programmes work

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

A breakthrough will come from what we teach and how, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

Telangana assembly dissolved, set for early polls

Telangana assembly dissolved, set for early polls

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

KCR will continue as caretaker chief minister until the new government is formed.

Jews to get minority status in Maharashtra

Jews to get minority status in Maharashtra

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

After being officially recognised as a minority community, the Jews would enjoy several privileges like other minority communities.

All you need to know about the new Mahindra Scorpio

All you need to know about the new Mahindra Scorpio

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

The car will launch on September 25

He quit a well paying job to write Bala

He quit a well paying job to write Bala

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

'The most difficult thing in the world is to convince someone to put Rs 20 crore on your movie script.'

Stalin's succession will be smooth, but challenges remain

Stalin's succession will be smooth, but challenges remain

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin does not face any threat to his full-fledged succession as DMK chief, just now. If he were to face any threat, it would only be against 'non-performance' as the party boss, N Sathiya Moorthy.

Do we need governors and their grey powers?

Do we need governors and their grey powers?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

'Both the governor and the President enjoy an enormous array of 'grey' powers.' 'All parties criticise these when in the Opposition. But why does no government dismantle them when these parties come to power?' asks Aditi Phadnis.