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You were not even born when...: Imran slams Pak army officer

You were not even born when...: Imran slams Pak army officer

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Khan took strong exception to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) allegations against him and said the spokesperson of the army's military wing was not even born when he represented Pakistan in the world.

Pak: Punjab govt gives Imran 24-hr ultimatum to 'hand over terrorists'

Pak: Punjab govt gives Imran 24-hr ultimatum to 'hand over terrorists'

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The interim government in Pakistan's Punjab province on Wednesday claimed that some '30 to 40' terrorists are hiding at the Lahore residence of former prime minister Imran Khan, giving him an ultimatum of 24 hours to hand them over or face stern action.

Ex-DU employee's death: AAP joins protest over police inaction

Ex-DU employee's death: AAP joins protest over police inaction

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

The Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday extended its support to a protest organised by Delhi University teachers, employees and students' unions over police inaction into allegations of sexual harassment against a Delhi University college principal by a sacked employee who later committed suicide.

Pak parties strike deal to form govt; Shehbaz Sharif to be PM, Zardari Prez

Pak parties strike deal to form govt; Shehbaz Sharif to be PM, Zardari Prez

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

In a breakthrough that could end the political uncertainty in Pakistan, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and the Pakistan Peoples Party have agreed on a power-sharing deal to form a new coalition government after intense negotiations following a fractured poll verdict.

J-K: Killed circus worker was sole earning member of family

J-K: Killed circus worker was sole earning member of family

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Deepu Kumar (27) was expecting his first child in June but his life was cut short in a terror attack in south Kashmir's Anantnag district, leaving his poor family without its sole breadwinner.

Protests, clashes break out after lawyer's murder in UP

Protests, clashes break out after lawyer's murder in UP

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

Lawyers in UP went on flash strike to voice outrage over the killing of an advocate

Cash crunch sparks diplomatic war between India and Pakistan

Cash crunch sparks diplomatic war between India and Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

Asserting that not allowing its officials to withdraw their salaries was in breach of Vienna Protocol, Pakistan has also threatened that in case the matter is not resolved soon, it may consider retaliatory action against salary disbursal for Indian diplomats there.

Pro-Khalistan elements in Canada sponsoring visas of Sikh youth

Pro-Khalistan elements in Canada sponsoring visas of Sikh youth

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Pro-Khalistan elements based in Canada have been luring gullible Sikh youth to the North American country by sponsoring their visa with the sole objective of using them to carry out their agenda on Canadian soil, sources said on Wednesday.

Periyar statue found smeared with saffron colour

Periyar statue found smeared with saffron colour

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

The workers, who cleaned the statue, demanded the arrest of the culprits and warned that they would intensify their agitation if such incidents recurred, police said.

Imran Khan injured in 'assassination bid', 1 dead

Imran Khan injured in 'assassination bid', 1 dead

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Senator Faisal Javed, who was injured when a bullet grazed his face, said that a party worker was killed during the attack, while another was severely injured.

Faridabad court convicts two in Nikita murder case

Faridabad court convicts two in Nikita murder case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

A fast-track court in Haryana's Faridabad on Wednesday convicted two men in connection with the murder of Nikita Tomar, five months after she was shot outside her college in a crime caught on camera.

IOC's sharp rebuke: IOA slammed for wrestling woes

IOC's sharp rebuke: IOA slammed for wrestling woes

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

IOC urges IOA to appoint CEO quickly, asks it to settle wrestling issue by following UWW rules and directives

Lok Sabha passes farm bills amid protests by Oppn, SAD

Lok Sabha passes farm bills amid protests by Oppn, SAD

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Another bill related to the farm sector, the Essential Commodities (Amendment) Bill, was passed on Tuesday.

Why Are Voters Not Turning Up To Vote?

Why Are Voters Not Turning Up To Vote?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

Is the unusually and unbearably scorching Sun and the general laxity, bordering on laziness, among voters, responsible, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Job aspirant holding tricolour thrashed in Bihar

Job aspirant holding tricolour thrashed in Bihar

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav has taken note of the incident and said action will be taken against those found guilty.

Pak calls back envoy 'for consultations' amid tension over Pulwama attack

Pak calls back envoy 'for consultations' amid tension over Pulwama attack

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

It was not immediately clear as to how many days he will stay in Pakistan.

Modi's Edifice Complex

Modi's Edifice Complex

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

To understand Modi, listen to what he does not say -- vide NRC, suggests Prem Panicker.

Carve out Manipur into 3 UTs for ending ethnic violence: BJP Kuki MLA

Carve out Manipur into 3 UTs for ending ethnic violence: BJP Kuki MLA

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Haokip advocated giving "political and administrative recognition to the ethnic separation" in the state, upping the ante from earlier vaguely explained demands for a "separate administration" for Kuki areas made by fellow Kuki community leaders.

Amid protests, over 14 lakh download admit cards for NEET, JEE

Amid protests, over 14 lakh download admit cards for NEET, JEE

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

The issue, which has been a matter of intense public discourse for past few months, has evoked contrasting views with many backing the holding of the tests fearing that it may lead to a zero academic year for students, and the Opposition and activists demanding their postponement in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sattar's remarks against Sule wrong, says Fadnavis, calls for code of conduct

Sattar's remarks against Sule wrong, says Fadnavis, calls for code of conduct

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said the alleged derogatory word used by his cabinet colleague and state agriculture minister Abdul Sattar was "wrong" and it cannot be defended even as protests against Sattar continued on the second consecutive day.

Punjab polls: Cops on high alert, intensify search operations

Punjab polls: Cops on high alert, intensify search operations

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

To ensure free, fair and transparent assembly elections next month in Punjab, the police have intensified search operations, especially in the border districts, to keep a vigil on illegal activities in vulnerable areas.

Sharad Pawar seeks time after NCP panel rejects his resignation

Sharad Pawar seeks time after NCP panel rejects his resignation

Rediff.com5 May 2023

"The committee has unanimously passed a resolution. It unanimously rejects his decision to step down and urges him to continue as party president," Patel said after a meeting of the committee.

Nupur Sharma will be made big leader in 6-7 months: Owaisi

Nupur Sharma will be made big leader in 6-7 months: Owaisi

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Owaisi has demanded the arrest Nupur Sharma for the alleged objectionable remark against Prophet Muhammad.

'EVM Is Useless As The Black Glass Helps Manipulation'

'EVM Is Useless As The Black Glass Helps Manipulation'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

'After a month of working on the new machine, I realised that the black glass on the VVPAT lets the programmer manipulate not just the electronic system, but the paper vote too.' 'And it will not be detected even during the mock poll or the actual voting because of the black glass.'

JU ragging death: Accused can't enter campus till acquitted

JU ragging death: Accused can't enter campus till acquitted

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The 13 arrested in connection with the death of the Jadavpur University fresher allegedly due to ragging and sexual molestation at the hostel will not be allowed to either enter its premises or the campus, according to a decision by the varsity's executive council.

Bharat bandh enters day 2; normal life hit in parts of country

Bharat bandh enters day 2; normal life hit in parts of country

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

According to reports, public transport and banking services remain partly disrupted for the second day in some states.

Oppn steps up pressure on Speaker for action against Bidhuri

Oppn steps up pressure on Speaker for action against Bidhuri

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Opposition leaders on Saturday stepped up pressure on Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for stringent action against Bharatiya Janata Party's Ramesh Bidhuri over his derogatory remarks against Bahujan Samaj Party MP Danish Ali in the House.

The Bizarre Case Of Umar Khalid

The Bizarre Case Of Umar Khalid

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Arrested in September 2019 by the Delhi police for making 'provocative statements' when Donald J Trump was on his visit to India, Dr Umar Khalid has now spent three years in jail without being convicted of an offence, points out Aakar Patel.

After OROP, another demand taking shape within armed forces

After OROP, another demand taking shape within armed forces

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

The military will now demand further pay and promotion parity with civilians

IOC hits out over treatment of Indian wrestlers

IOC hits out over treatment of Indian wrestlers

Rediff.com31 May 2023

The IOC has condemned the manner in which the protesting Indian wrestlers were being treated by Delhi Police.

Four men seen as part of mob on Manipur video arrested so far

Four men seen as part of mob on Manipur video arrested so far

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

A man who was part of the mob that paraded naked two tribal women in Kangpokpi district of Manipur and was seen dragging one of them was among four persons arrested on Thursday as the incident of May 4 drew widespread condemnation.

After protests, Mumbai film festival drops Pak film

After protests, Mumbai film festival drops Pak film

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Indo-Pak tensions cast its shadow on the Mumbai International Film Festival with organisers on Monday dropping Pakistani film "Jago Hua Savera" in its retrospective section amid threats of protests at its screening.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali slapped, hair pulled by protesters on Padmavati sets

Sanjay Leela Bhansali slapped, hair pulled by protesters on Padmavati sets

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Police said it had detained five persons for disturbing peace even though no complaint was received from Bhansali's side.

China warns Hong Kong protesters of unimaginable consequences

China warns Hong Kong protesters of unimaginable consequences

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

Amid raging pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong, China today threw its weight behind the region's Chief Executive CY Leung and warned demonstrators of "unimaginable" consequences if the standoff continues.

Prakash Ambedkar Files Affidavit After 5 Years

Prakash Ambedkar Files Affidavit After 5 Years

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Either this affidavit was prepared a long time back, or, Ambedkar has not been following the Commission's hearings.

Congress walks tightrope on Udhayanidhi: Every party has right to its views

Congress walks tightrope on Udhayanidhi: Every party has right to its views

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

Amid different voices within the Congress and INDIA bloc on DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks against Sanatan Dharma, the principal opposition party on Monday said it respects all religions and stressed that others also have the freedom to express their views.

How India's military strength grew in 2022

How India's military strength grew in 2022

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

The Indian troops guarding the nearly 3,500-km Line of Actual Control (LAC) maintained an assertive approach in sync with the broader national security doctrine and procured a variety of military platforms and weapons to enhance their combat capabilities.

Pak arrests Chinese national on blasphemy charges, airlifted to Abbottabad

Pak arrests Chinese national on blasphemy charges, airlifted to Abbottabad

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

The SHO said that Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act had been included in the FIR, adding that the Chinese national would be presented before a court in Abbottabad.

China buckles under global pressure, hints at relaxing Covid curbs

China buckles under global pressure, hints at relaxing Covid curbs

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Seeking to address international concerns, foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said China has been adjusting the zero-COVID policy based on the changing circumstances.

The JNU protest is linked to caste and prejudice

The JNU protest is linked to caste and prejudice

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Why are Dalits protesting against hangings in Hyderabad? Why is the focus on Muslims in JNU? Why are the students insisting on representation from marginalised communities when they are being judged by a committee? The fact is that India reserves the death penalty mostly for Dalits and Muslims, says Aakar Patel.