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Cong to hold first CWC meet in Bihar post-1947

Cong to hold first CWC meet in Bihar post-1947

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Sources said a couple of resolutions are expected to be passed at the crucial meeting, with an eye on the upcoming Bihar polls.

Delhi lawyers call off strike after police allow physical evidence

Delhi lawyers call off strike after police allow physical evidence

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Lawyers were on strike against the LG's notification for the deposition of police personnel through video conferencing from police stations.

Dr Ambedkar's 1956 Buddhist Revolution

Dr Ambedkar's 1956 Buddhist Revolution

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

On October 14, 1956, Dr B R Ambedkar, fulfilling his long-held vow to renounce Hinduism, embraced Buddhism along with over 500,000 followers at Nagpur's Deekshabhoomi, marking a new era of social and spiritual liberation for India's Dalits.

FIR filed against BJP leader for death threat to Rahul Gandhi

FIR filed against BJP leader for death threat to Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Police in Kerala have registered a case against a BJP leader for allegedly threatening to shoot Rahul Gandhi during a television debate. The remarks sparked widespread condemnation and protests from Congress workers.

Bareilly cleric's aides get Rs 1.25 cr power theft notices

Bareilly cleric's aides get Rs 1.25 cr power theft notices

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Five associates of controversial cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza have been issued recovery notices of over Rs 1.25 crore for alleged power theft at e-charging stations in Bareilly. Authorities are cracking down on illegal activities linked to the cleric and his associates.

Rohit, Virat not in scheme for 2027 World Cup?

Rohit, Virat not in scheme for 2027 World Cup?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

There are three aspects of the decision taken jointly by Agarkar and Gambhir with the blessings of someone very powerful in Indian cricket ecosystem. First, they are on same page that both Rohit and Virat Kohli aren't exactly in their scheme of things for the 2027 World Cup.

Omar Yaghi: The Live-Wire Nobel Laureate

Omar Yaghi: The Live-Wire Nobel Laureate

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

'It was from him I learnt that if you gave the student the freedom to find his own path, he would be more courageous to experiment.'

Ganguly's key challenges as he returns as CAB president

Ganguly's key challenges as he returns as CAB president

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly is set to return unopposed as Cricket Association of Bengal president at its annual general meeting in Kolkata on Monday.

Trump loyalist confirmed as US envoy to India

Trump loyalist confirmed as US envoy to India

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Gor, 38, was among 107 nominees confirmed by the Senate in a single en bloc vote on Tuesday, with 51 senators voting in favour and 47 against.

How IoT is going to change India's audit ecosystem

How IoT is going to change India's audit ecosystem

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) has adopted the 2026-28 Work Plan, which prioritises cybersecurity audits and remote audits using Internet of Things technologies, CAG said in a release on Friday. The work plan was adopted at the 34th Annual Meeting of INTOSAI Working Group on IT Audit (WGITA), which was held along with the 17th Steering Committee Meeting of the INTOSAI Knowledge Sharing Committee (KSC) in Hyderabad.

Why haven't you hanged Rajoana yet, SC asks govt

Why haven't you hanged Rajoana yet, SC asks govt

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has questioned the delay in the hanging of Balwant Singh Rajoana, convicted in the 1995 assassination of former Punjab CM Beant Singh, despite the Centre calling it a 'serious offence'.

We have won: Jarange after govt accepts his demands

We have won: Jarange after govt accepts his demands

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Activist Manoj Jarange announced victory after the Maharashtra government's cabinet sub-committee on Maratha quota accepted most of his demands, including giving Kunbi caste certificates to eligible Marathas, on the fifth day of his indefinite fast.

Ojha, RP Singh set to become India's new selectors

Ojha, RP Singh set to become India's new selectors

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Former India left-arm fast bowler Rudra Pratap Singh and left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha are set to become national selectors with the exit of S Sharath and Subroto Banerjee.

Teacher thrashes students for not touching her feet, suspended

Teacher thrashes students for not touching her feet, suspended

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The Odisha education department has suspended a woman teacher after she was found guilty of corporal punishment at a state government-run upper primary school in Mayurbhanj district, officials said on Monday.

HC upholds probe into Munambam land, slams waqf board's tactic

HC upholds probe into Munambam land, slams waqf board's tactic

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The Kerala High Court has criticized the Kerala Waqf Board's claim on land in Munambam as a 'land grabbing tactic' and upheld the government's decision to appoint an inquiry commission to investigate the ownership of the disputed area.

How Manhas emerged as frontrunner for BCCI top job

How Manhas emerged as frontrunner for BCCI top job

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

It has now emerged that the BCCI top post could go to Mithun Manhas, who was also involved as director of cricket operations with the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA).

Ganguly set to return as CAB president unopposed

Ganguly set to return as CAB president unopposed

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly will begin a new chapter in the administration after he filed his nomination for the President of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB).

Pro-Kannada group disrupts Hindi event in Bengaluru

Pro-Kannada group disrupts Hindi event in Bengaluru

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Forty-one members of a pro-Kannada outfit were arrested for allegedly forcing their way into a five-star hotel in Bengaluru in protest against a Hindi Diwas event and causing a disturbance, police said.

Ganguly backs Gill's appointment as ODI skipper

Ganguly backs Gill's appointment as ODI skipper

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He doesn't play T20 cricket. So, he will not be a part of the World Cup in 2026 in India. But when they go to 2027 in South Africa, he will be 40 years old. And that's a big number in sport.'

Why Jemimah Rodrigues is ruled out of ODIs vs Australia

Why Jemimah Rodrigues is ruled out of ODIs vs Australia

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

India batter Jemimah Rodrigues was on Wednesday ruled out of the remaining two women's ODIs against Australia due to a viral fever

No regrets, support Yogi: Lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

No regrets, support Yogi: Lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, Rakesh Kishore said that he was hurt by the CJI's remarks while dismissing a plea seeking restoration of the structure of Lord Vishnu in the Javari temple in Khajuraho.

AIFF Meet That Could Redefine Indian Football

AIFF Meet That Could Redefine Indian Football

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Under the draft constitution, the executive committee of the AIFF would have 14 members, who would be under the age and tenure restrictions.

'Pakistan should never play against India'

'Pakistan should never play against India'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board to take a firm stand against India's refusal to accept the Asia Cup trophy from PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi.

'Ram rajya should come': Delhi govt allows loudspeakers till midnight

'Ram rajya should come': Delhi govt allows loudspeakers till midnight

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The Delhi government on Monday permitted the use of loudspeakers and public address systems till midnight during Ramlila, Durga Puja, Dussehra and related events.

Rahul Gandhi dials Vijay, Stalin after Karur stampede

Rahul Gandhi dials Vijay, Stalin after Karur stampede

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi contacted Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin and TVK party president Vijay following the Karur stampede, expressing concern and offering condolences. The incident resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting investigations and compensation announcements.

VHP wants Hindu-only garba events, asks to check Aadhaar

VHP wants Hindu-only garba events, asks to check Aadhaar

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has stated that only Hindus should be allowed to participate in 'garba' events during Navratri and advised organizers to check Aadhaar cards for identification. This has sparked debate, with some supporting the right of organizers to set entry conditions and others criticizing the VHP for promoting division.

Protein Craze Sweeps India

Protein Craze Sweeps India

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

How much protein is needed for a healthy daily diet? A healthy adult needs a minimum of 0.80 gram of protein for every kilogramme of body weight per day. The average consumption of protein in India is around 62 gm per day, which is way lower than the global average of 78 gm.

'Pakistan Working Committee': BJP slams Cong for doubting Balakot strike

'Pakistan Working Committee': BJP slams Cong for doubting Balakot strike

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The BJP on Saturday accused the Congress of repeatedly supplying "oxygen" to Pakistan, and slammed the opposition party for its leader Charanjit Singh Channi's remarks questioning the veracity of Balakot air strikes after the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra alleged that the Congress is full of pro-Pakistan leaders who make statements against India's interests, and mocked the party for its letter that had advised its functionaries to toe the official line on the issue. Patra also criticized other Congress leaders for their comments on the Pulwama and Pahalgam terror attacks, accusing them of lowering the morale of the armed forces. He further slammed the Congress for claiming credit for the government's announcement of the caste census and said the party never carried out the exercise during its over 60-year stint in power.

AIFF secures full ownership of ISL!

AIFF secures full ownership of ISL!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

India's top-tier football league can no longer be owned or operated by private players as per the AIFF's new Constitution approved by the Supreme Court, which mandated the sport's apex body to take sole ownership of the product.

TN stampede: NDA questions venue allotment; seeks probe by SC judge

TN stampede: NDA questions venue allotment; seeks probe by SC judge

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Referring to the fatal incident that has so far claimed 41 lives, head of the panel and Bharatiya Janata Party MP, Hema Malini said that political rallies should be properly organised and conducted with full security.

Cough Medicine Deaths: Rajasthan Suspends Drug Controller

Cough Medicine Deaths: Rajasthan Suspends Drug Controller

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

The Rajasthan government has suspended the state drug controller and halted the distribution of medicines manufactured by Kaysons Pharma following reports of children's deaths allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrup.

Mohun Bagan 'withdrawn' from Champions League 2 after refusal to play in Iran

Mohun Bagan 'withdrawn' from Champions League 2 after refusal to play in Iran

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Mohun Bagan Super Giant pulled out of their Tuesday's match against Isfahan after their six foreign players declined to travel to Iran following "advisories from their respective countries".

HAL Poised For Growth With Strong Order Book

HAL Poised For Growth With Strong Order Book

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

HAL's order book amounts to Rs 2.45 trillion by end of Q2FY26, implying a book-to-bill ratio of 32 times based on FY25 revenue.

BJP, Congress Workers Clash In Patna

BJP, Congress Workers Clash In Patna

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

A viral video of a Congress supporter hurling abuses at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother at a Darbhanga rally sparked Bharatiya Janata Party protests that turned violent outside the Congress office in Patna.

India Eyes Self-Reliance in Rare-Earth Magnet Production

India Eyes Self-Reliance in Rare-Earth Magnet Production

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The government plans to establish a fully indigenous manufacturing ecosystem with an annual production capacity of up to 6,000 tonnes. The scheme is expected to run for seven years, according to official documents.

Bulls prowl D-Street: Sensex jumps 716 points

Bulls prowl D-Street: Sensex jumps 716 points

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

From the Sensex firms, Tata Motors jumped the most by 5.54 per cent, followed by Kotak Mahindra Bank, Trent, Sun Pharma, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank. However, Bajaj Finance, State Bank of India, UltraTech Cement and Tata Steel were among the laggards.

Sabarimala gold row: Oppn seeks audit of temple assets, probe into thefts

Sabarimala gold row: Oppn seeks audit of temple assets, probe into thefts

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

A controversy surrounding the gold-clad plates of the Dwarapalaka idols at Sabarimala temple has ignited a political row in Kerala, with opposition parties alleging theft and demanding a comprehensive investigation into temple inventories and the role of a sponsor in the replating process.

'Mastermind Of This Game Is Fadnavis'

'Mastermind Of This Game Is Fadnavis'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'Devendra Fadnavis is stating that Marathas must feel OBCs are not happy with reservations for the Marathas and therefore they are protesting.'

If betrayed over Maratha quota...: Jarange issues warning

If betrayed over Maratha quota...: Jarange issues warning

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Activist Manoj Jarange warns of political consequences if the Maratha community is 'betrayed' on quota promises, asserting that all Marathas will be included in the OBC category. He also addresses concerns from OBC leaders and the ongoing agitation.

My Mentor, Nobel Laureate Susumu Kitagawa

My Mentor, Nobel Laureate Susumu Kitagawa

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'Professor Kitagawa is an exceptional researcher, a good teacher and above all a great person.'