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India, UAE scripting better future on world's book with pen of time: Modi

India, UAE scripting better future on world's book with pen of time: Modi

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Hailing India and the UAE as "partners in progress", Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the ties between the two countries serve as a model for the world and they are scripting a new history in the third decade of the 21st century.

SC allows Centre to give quota in promotion to SC/ST employees

SC allows Centre to give quota in promotion to SC/ST employees

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

The top court took into account the Centre's submissions that entire process of promotion has come to a 'standstill' due to the orders passed by various high courts and the apex court had also ordered for 'status quo' in a similar matter in 2015.

B'desh court indicts country's 1st Hindu Chief Justice in graft case

B'desh court indicts country's 1st Hindu Chief Justice in graft case

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

The indictment comes seven months after another Dhaka court issued an arrest warrant against the 69-year-old ex-chief justice who lives in the United States

All hail Modi's 1st BJP Budget

All hail Modi's 1st BJP Budget

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

The Modi government is notoriously honest about one fact: It does not listen to economists, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Gujarat tribals to observe bandh over Manipur violence

Gujarat tribals to observe bandh over Manipur violence

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

The opposition Congress has decided to support the bandh in protest against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's 'failure' to control the situation in the north-eastern state, a party spokesperson said on Saturday.

In 1st cabinet meet, Yogi extends free ration scheme for 3 months

In 1st cabinet meet, Yogi extends free ration scheme for 3 months

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

A total of 15 crore people are benefiting from the programme in the state, Adityanath said.

Uproar in Rajasthan as SI rapes 4-yr-old Dalit girl

Uproar in Rajasthan as SI rapes 4-yr-old Dalit girl

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

The police sub-inspector accused of raping a minor girl in Rajasthan's Dausa district has been arrested and a case registered against him under relevant sections, including Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the SC/ST Act, officials said on Saturday.

After over 7 months of ethnic strife, Manipur returning to normalcy

After over 7 months of ethnic strife, Manipur returning to normalcy

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Over seven months of violence severely hit businesses, schools, colleges and other institutions, besides disrupting transportation and communication networks. It also affected the agrarian sector, considered the mainstay of the state economy.

'Save Democracy': INDIA bloc protests against MPs' suspension

'Save Democracy': INDIA bloc protests against MPs' suspension

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

INDIA bloc leaders will protest at Jantar Mantar Friday against suspension of MPs and nationwide protests will also be held in all district headquarters against the government's "immoral and illegal" behaviour of this government, the Leader of the opposition in Rajya Sabha said.

India, US ink pact to boost cooperation among startups, promote innovation

India, US ink pact to boost cooperation among startups, promote innovation

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

India and the US have signed an agreement to promote innovation through increasing cooperation among startups, address regulatory hurdles and share best practices on fundraising by entrepreneurs, an official statement said on Wednesday. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) on enhancing innovation ecosystems through an innovation handshake under the framework of India-US Commercial Dialogue was signed on November 14 in San Francisco. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is in San Francisco.

Sandeshkhali: HC 'surprised' TMC leader has not been arrested yet

Sandeshkhali: HC 'surprised' TMC leader has not been arrested yet

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

The Calcutta high court on Tuesday allowed Leader of Opposition in West Bengal Assembly Suvendu Adhikari to visit the restive Sandeshkhali village, while observing that it is surprising that the main accused Shajahan Sheikh has not been arrested by the state police so far.

Babri, economic reforms, scams: Rao's action-packed 5-year term as PM

Babri, economic reforms, scams: Rao's action-packed 5-year term as PM

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

His five-year rule saw the Babri Masjid demolition, the rise of the saffron forces and also the country being placed firmly on a new economic path, away from the Nehru years of public sector socialism.

'Government is going back on its commitment to the states'

'Government is going back on its commitment to the states'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

'Because of the COVID-19 pandemic situation today, the revenues of the states have gone down, the GST money is not coming and all the states combined have lost more than Rs 365,000 crore in revenue.' 'To make it worse, the Government of India is not compensating us for the shortfall, which it must as per its Constitutional obligations.'

Manipur assembly session on hold as governor issues no notification

Manipur assembly session on hold as governor issues no notification

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

This comes after 10 Kuki MLAs, cutting across party affiliations, had expressed their inability to attend the assembly session as violence in the northeastern state continued.

Biden, Xi come face to face for the 1st time amid tension over Taiwan

Biden, Xi come face to face for the 1st time amid tension over Taiwan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Biden and Xi shook hands and greeted each other with smiles, standing in front of a row of US and Chinese flags.

For 1st time, service chiefs roped in to defend govt decision: Cong on Agnipath

For 1st time, service chiefs roped in to defend govt decision: Cong on Agnipath

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

"Why are the Prime Minister, Home Minister and Defence Minister quiet on the Agnipath scheme?" Kharge asked.

DCW chief ends dharna, says not allowed to meet rape victim

DCW chief ends dharna, says not allowed to meet rape victim

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

She said the commission has sent a notice to the Delhi Police and the city government's women and child development and services departments, seeking action in the matter, and it was important to meet the minor and her mother for further action.

SC throws helpline to 284 students from violence-hit Manipur

SC throws helpline to 284 students from violence-hit Manipur

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

The Supreme Court on Monday came to the rescue of 284 students from ethnic violence-hit Manipur by giving them the option of attending classes online at Manipur university or getting relocated to Assam University in Silchar or the North East Hill University in Shillong.

'Oil is another reason for clashes in Manipur'

'Oil is another reason for clashes in Manipur'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

'The Kuki-Zo are aware of this rich resource in their areas and feel the Meitei push for ST status is because of this reason'.

India's 1st indigenous aircraft carrier Vikrant handed over to Navy

India's 1st indigenous aircraft carrier Vikrant handed over to Navy

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

The IAC would serve to bolster India's position in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and its quest for a blue water Navy

Ustad Rashid Khan's musical legacy goes back to Tansen

Ustad Rashid Khan's musical legacy goes back to Tansen

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Ustad Rashid Khan has left an enduring legacy with his soul-stirring notes, his melodious voice echoing through time and leaving an indelible imprint on the rich heritage of Hindustani music.

Rape-accused Delhi govt officer, wife tried to flee before arrest

Rape-accused Delhi govt officer, wife tried to flee before arrest

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

The accused, an ex-cadre officer, had allegedly raped the girl several times between November 2020 and January 2021. His wife has also been charged with giving the girl medicine to terminate her pregnancy, they said.

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue op on hold after machine snag

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue op on hold after machine snag

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

The round-the-clock rescue work is being carried out by 165 personnel from multiple agencies, including the National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force, Border Roads Organisation and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, the State Emergency Operation Centre said.

Govt considering ordinance route to overturn SC/ST act verdict

Govt considering ordinance route to overturn SC/ST act verdict

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

Sources say promulgating an ordinance to restore the original provisions would help calm tempers.

MP Polls: Economic Issues Facing Shivraj Singh Chouhan

MP Polls: Economic Issues Facing Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

Per capita income in the state has consistently been below the national average for at least 24 years. However, it has narrowed the gap with the all-India level in recent years.

Manipur govt seeks report on 'unofficial' I-Day parade

Manipur govt seeks report on 'unofficial' I-Day parade

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

State security advisor Kuldiep Singh said that lawful action will be taken against those displaying firearms at the parade.

In Rajasthan's Pokaran, it's Hindu math head vs religious leader of Sindhi Muslims

In Rajasthan's Pokaran, it's Hindu math head vs religious leader of Sindhi Muslims

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Congress sitting MLA Saleh Mohammad, is hoping to buck the trend of anti-incumbency in the seat, and believes people will vote for his development work and not along religious lines.

Who is Vishnu Deo Sai, Chhattisgarh's new CM

Who is Vishnu Deo Sai, Chhattisgarh's new CM

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

Vishnu Deo Sai, a prominent tribal face of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Chhattisgarh, will be state chief minister after he was elected as leader of Bharatiya Janata Party's legislative party during a meeting of 54 newly-elected MLAs in Raipur on Sunday.

La Liga gets government green light to resume from June 8

La Liga gets government green light to resume from June 8

Rediff.com23 May 2020

La Liga has yet to officially confirm a date on which it will resume, although its president Javier Tebas had said previously he hoped the season could do so from June 12.

MP: Vijayvargiya, Prahlad Patel among 28 ministers sworn-in

MP: Vijayvargiya, Prahlad Patel among 28 ministers sworn-in

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

As many as 28 legislators, including former Union minister Prahlad Patel and Bharatiya Janata Party national general secretary Kailash Vijayvargiya, were on Monday inducted into the Madhya Pradesh cabinet led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.

Delhi man 31st coronavirus case; 29,607 under watch

Delhi man 31st coronavirus case; 29,607 under watch

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

During the day, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan held a meeting to review preparedness for COVID-19 management, through video conference with health ministers, chief secretaries of all states and UTs, central ministers and representatives from the related organisations and stressed on the need for keeping testing and quarantine facilities, isolation wards, and labs in active readiness.

Guj polls: Key constituencies that go to polling in 1st phase on Thursday

Guj polls: Key constituencies that go to polling in 1st phase on Thursday

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

A total of 788 candidates are in the fray in the first phase of the elections on 89 seats spread across 19 districts of South Gujarat and Kutch-Saurashtra regions.

Muted I-Day celebrations in Manipur; Imphal wears deserted look

Muted I-Day celebrations in Manipur; Imphal wears deserted look

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

It was a muted Independence Day celebrations because of the dawn-to-dusk general strike called by multiple militant outfits and the loss of lives and property of hundreds of people over the last three months in the ethnic strife.

Majority Of Judges Are Upper Castes

Majority Of Judges Are Upper Castes

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

The law ministry said 78 per cent of high court judges appointed between 2018 and 2022 belonged to the upper caste.

Confirmed! Khel Ratna for Sat-Chi, Arjuna for Shami

Confirmed! Khel Ratna for Sat-Chi, Arjuna for Shami

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Sports Ministry confirms Satwik, Chirag for Khel Ratna, Shami and 25 others for Arjuna award

CM Baghel among 958 vie for 70 seats in Chhattisgarh's 2nd phase polls

CM Baghel among 958 vie for 70 seats in Chhattisgarh's 2nd phase polls

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

The ruling Congress, voted to office in 2018 after 15 years in opposition, and the Bharatiya Janata Party are the main contenders for power in the state, where the Aam Aadmi Party, the Bahujan Samaj Party and some regional outfits are also in the fray.

Voting for 1st phase underway in 58 seats in UP

Voting for 1st phase underway in 58 seats in UP

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

As many as 623 candidates, including 73 women are in the fray in the first phase and around 2.28 core voters, including 1.24 crore men and 1.04 crore women are eligible to caste their francise, election officials said.

3 states to challenge SC ruling on SC/ST Act

3 states to challenge SC ruling on SC/ST Act

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan had reportedly taken steps to implement the order, they have now decided to put its execution in abeyance.

Is V K Singh Up For Promotion?

Is V K Singh Up For Promotion?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

General Singh was assigned to receive leaders representing the planet's two superpowers -- the president of the United States and the premier of the People's Republic of China.

Stalin asks Manipur CM if Tamil Nadu can send aid to camps

Stalin asks Manipur CM if Tamil Nadu can send aid to camps

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Stalin told the Manipur chief minister in a letter dated July 31 that he has been informed that more than 50,000 people were staying in relief camps due to the 'prevailing situation' in the northeastern state, apparently referring to the violence there.