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'They don't see sunlight for years'

'They don't see sunlight for years'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

'Is it not deplorable that even after 75 years of independence, there are people in our society who have been denied freedom?'

'Some people think Modi is only appeasing the Patels'

'Some people think Modi is only appeasing the Patels'

Rediff.com30 May 2022

'By the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, they moved back to the BJP almost totally and later their backing helped us win the local body elections.'

ED attaches Rs 11.86 cr assets of Farooq Abdullah

ED attaches Rs 11.86 cr assets of Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday termed the provisional attachment order of properties belonging to his father by the Enforcement Directorate as "baseless" and wondered how an ancestral property could be seen as proceeds of "crime".

'Modi personifies anti-Muslim, anti-Christian hatred'

'Modi personifies anti-Muslim, anti-Christian hatred'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

'In India, the establishment not only endorses, but many a times instigates anti-Muslim hatred.'

How I&B min plans to celebrate 75 yrs of independence

How I&B min plans to celebrate 75 yrs of independence

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

The 'Iconic Week' under the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' will be a grand celebration by the ministry which will showcase the convergence of the values and glories of the freedom struggle of the past with the aspirations and dreams of a young, new and iconic India.

'Lost a visionary leader': Prez, PM, other leaders remember Paswan

'Lost a visionary leader': Prez, PM, other leaders remember Paswan

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

In his condolence message, President Kovind said in the death of Paswan, the nation has lost a visionary leader. He was among the most active and longest-serving members of Parliament. He was the voice of the oppressed, and championed the cause of the marginalised, Kovind said.

Azaan at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal kicks up row

Azaan at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal kicks up row

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

The organisers, however, remained unfazed, insisting it was in line with the 'communal harmony' theme chosen by the committee for this year's puja.

Can't even kiss my wife because of pandemic: Farooq Abdullah

Can't even kiss my wife because of pandemic: Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

The octogenarian leader, who was candid and witty in his nearly-35-minute speech, said one is even afraid of a handshake or a hug in the current situation.

PIX: How the pandemic has changed tennis

PIX: How the pandemic has changed tennis

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Masks were required and high-fives banned, with signs reminding those in attendance to maintain proper social distancing.

Indian techie Srinivas Kuchibhotla's killer pleads guilty to hate crime

Indian techie Srinivas Kuchibhotla's killer pleads guilty to hate crime

Rediff.com22 May 2018

Adam Purinton is already serving life in prison on a state murder charge.

From BJP Nemesis To Modi's 'Small Soldier'

From BJP Nemesis To Modi's 'Small Soldier'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

The transformation of the Modi-Shah baiting Hardik Patel into saffron poster boy.

Queen celebrates 90th birthday with London street party

Queen celebrates 90th birthday with London street party

Rediff.com12 Jun 2016

The event was organised by the Queen's grandson Peter Phillips and guests have paid 150 pounds each to attend.

What will Churchill Alemao do next?

What will Churchill Alemao do next?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Ahead of the 2022 assembly elections, Churchill Alemao 'merged' the NCP with the TMC. The 'merger' took place when Mamata Banerjee was in Mumbai talking to NCP supreme leader Sharad Pawar on how to forge Opposition unity!

Asia Cup: Will Pakistan PM Imran Khan watch Indo-Pak match?

Asia Cup: Will Pakistan PM Imran Khan watch Indo-Pak match?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2018

"Prime Minister Imran Khan will watch the Pakistan-India Asia Cup clash in Dubai on Wednesday, diplomatic sources said."

Akhilesh launches Mission 2022 with rath yatra, says BJP 'crushed' farmers

Akhilesh launches Mission 2022 with rath yatra, says BJP 'crushed' farmers

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

Kickstarting his party's 'Mission 2022' with a 'rath yatra,' Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party, saying it has 'crushed farmers' and on return to power in Uttar Pradesh would 'crush the Constitution' as well.

No NDA without Shiv Sena, Akali Dal, says Raut

No NDA without Shiv Sena, Akali Dal, says Raut

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

'Both the parties stood by the BJP through thick and thin, while others joined when they smelt power. The Shiv Sena was forced to quit the NDA last year while the Shiromani Akali Dal quit over farm bills'

'Two-fifth of restaurants will shut down'

'Two-fifth of restaurants will shut down'

Rediff.com3 May 2020

'Business will be 20% of what it was before the lockdown.'

Xi's leadership challenged ahead of 2022 Party Congress

Xi's leadership challenged ahead of 2022 Party Congress

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

An exclusive white paper by the Jamestown Foundation claims that the powerful figures arraigned against the President include former Vice-President Zeng Qinghong and current Vice-President Wang Qishan, The Hong Kong Post reported.

Story of Young Indian: How the Gandhis gained from share transfer

Story of Young Indian: How the Gandhis gained from share transfer

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Share swap has moved the 'founder tag' from Sam Pitroda and Suman Dubey to the Gandhis.

A 'Trump-Clinton' fight in Japan

A 'Trump-Clinton' fight in Japan

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

A burger joint in Tokyo is trying to cash-in on the big fight between Democratic Hilary Clinton and Republican Donald Trump.

The movie theatre experience, post lockdown

The movie theatre experience, post lockdown

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

Movie theatres may reopen around the second week of July.

SAD's Majithia booked in drugs case, gets Amarinder's support

SAD's Majithia booked in drugs case, gets Amarinder's support

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

A case against Majithia under various sections of the NDPS Act was registered on the basis of a 2018 status report of probe into the drug racket in the state.

Mulayam held 300+ rallies in 2012, just 2 in 2017

Mulayam held 300+ rallies in 2012, just 2 in 2017

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

Leaders from across the political spectrum criss-crossed the entire state to woo the voters but Mulayam mostly kept indoors.

Shanghai's Disneyland opens after 3 month break

Shanghai's Disneyland opens after 3 month break

Rediff.com11 May 2020

After a three-month hiatus, the Walt Disney Company's largest Magic Kingdom in Asia is back in business. The Shanghai Disney Resort threw open its doors Monday -- albeit with strict social distancing and public safety measures in place. Tickets for the earliest days of Shanghai Disneyland's re-opening sold out rapidly on Friday.

Rahul Cannot Revive The Congress

Rahul Cannot Revive The Congress

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

In spite of his trying hard he is unable to connect not only with ordinary voters but with most party colleagues as well, observes Virendra Kapoor.

REWIND: Best moments from October

REWIND: Best moments from October

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

United States polls, coronavirus lockdowns and protests... Here's a look at the best images from October.

Duchess Kate skips Royal Box for outside court

Duchess Kate skips Royal Box for outside court

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Wildcard Harriet Dart was probably surprised, therefore, when she looked up to see the Duchess of Cambridge sat in the front row of seats on Court 14 on Tuesday.

A life in pictures - Britain's Prince Philip

A life in pictures - Britain's Prince Philip

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

From his early years to the duties and pleasures of royal life, we take a look at the life of the Duke of Edinburgh.

Bihar poll: 'Unhappy' with seat-sharing, LJP weighs options

Bihar poll: 'Unhappy' with seat-sharing, LJP weighs options

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

The party is likely to take a decision in a couple of days, with the nomination for the first phase of three phase-polls set to begin from October 1, they said.

Punjab effect: Cong tells leaders to shut up in public

Punjab effect: Cong tells leaders to shut up in public

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Amid the ongoing crisis within the Congress in Punjab, its national spokesperson Supriya Shrinate on Friday expressed the hope that its leaders "talk more in private and less in public."

Pune sees fresh curbs in light of rise in COVID-19 cases

Pune sees fresh curbs in light of rise in COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Considering the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, the administration in Maharashtra's Pune district has directed schools and colleges to remain shut till March 31 and curtailed the operating time for hotels and restaurants.

Nadda meets Badal in Punjab, invites him to son's wedding

Nadda meets Badal in Punjab, invites him to son's wedding

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Nadda's visit to Badal's native village came days after the former Punjab chief minister said minorities 'should be taken along' to run a government.

Threat to human rights is highest in police stations: CJI

Threat to human rights is highest in police stations: CJI

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

The CJI said that to keep police excesses in check, dissemination of information about the constitutional right to legal aid and availability of free legal aid services is necessary.

Pak SC pulls up authorities for failing to stop attack on Hindu temple

Pak SC pulls up authorities for failing to stop attack on Hindu temple

Rediff.com6 Aug 2021

The apex court took suo motu notice of the case after patron-in-chief of the Pakistan Hindu Council Dr Ramesh Kumar met the Chief Justice on Thursday.

'Punjab's last resurrection chance': Sidhu writes to Sonia

'Punjab's last resurrection chance': Sidhu writes to Sonia

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

The letter to Sonia Gandhi reminded her of the party's 18-point agenda "given to the last chief minister" of Punjab and said that those were "equally relevant today".

Covid cases on rise: BMC to strictly enforce norms

Covid cases on rise: BMC to strictly enforce norms

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

In the light of a rise in COVID-19 cases, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has decided to register offences against people who violate safety guidelines, an official said on Thursday.

PCB gets Imran Khan's backing to criminalise match-fixing

PCB gets Imran Khan's backing to criminalise match-fixing

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

Under the new code, the board intends to criminalise match-fixing and spot-fixing and also specify punishments for offenders, including jail time.

Tributes pour in for Lata Mangeshkar from Pakistan

Tributes pour in for Lata Mangeshkar from Pakistan

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, eminent personalities, politicians described Lata Mangeshkar as the "nightingale of the subcontinent"

Dempo make a return to I-League

Dempo make a return to I-League

Rediff.com29 May 2016

Dempo Sports Club sealed a comeback to the elite I-League after scoring a convincing 3-1 win over Minerva Academy FC to top the Second Division I-League at the Nehru Stadium,

How house designs are changing post Covid

How house designs are changing post Covid

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

Realty - Sunday