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SC bans transportation of extracted coal in Meghalaya

SC bans transportation of extracted coal in Meghalaya

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

The bench issued notice to the Meghalaya government, the centre and others seeking their response on various issues connected with coal mining in the state and posted the matter for hearing February 19.

SC panel finds 'no substance' in harassment allegations against CJI

SC panel finds 'no substance' in harassment allegations against CJI

Rediff.com6 May 2019

A notice by the office of Supreme Court Secretary General also said that the report of the committee constituted as part of the in-house procedure is not liable to be made public.

PM-led panel meets for 2nd time to decide fate of CBI chief

PM-led panel meets for 2nd time to decide fate of CBI chief

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

The panel's meet held on Wednesday remained inconclusive, they said, without giving further details.

SC refuses to interfere with journalist's arrest by CBI

SC refuses to interfere with journalist's arrest by CBI

Rediff.com4 May 2018

Rai claimed he has been framed in the case as he has been writing against an Enforcement Directorate official who was part of the team probing the 2G spectrum allocation scam case.

Woman accusing CJI of abuse appears before probe panel

Woman accusing CJI of abuse appears before probe panel

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

During the hearing, only the woman was present and the secretary general was not privy to the proceedings.

On 135th foundation day, Cong vows to fight NRC, CAA

On 135th foundation day, Cong vows to fight NRC, CAA

Rediff.com28 Dec 2019

The leaders alleged that those who had no contribution in the freedom struggle wanted to spread fear 'in the name of nationalism', suppress the voice of people and were questioning the legacy of Congress.

Howrah-New Delhi Poorva Express derails near Kanpur

Howrah-New Delhi Poorva Express derails near Kanpur

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

15 people injured; those with minor injuries were provided an immediate compensation of Rs 5,000, and one with serious injuries was given Rs 25,000.

CBI's Alok Verma meets CVC, refutes corruption charges

CBI's Alok Verma meets CVC, refutes corruption charges

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Verma came to the CVC office in the late afternoon and stayed there for about two hours, they said.

Ahmedabad cops deny permission to Rahul, BJP to carry out roadshows

Ahmedabad cops deny permission to Rahul, BJP to carry out roadshows

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

The BJP had sought permission for the roadshow from Dharnidhar Derasar to Bapu Nagar in the city, while the Congress wanted the nod for its roadshow from the Jagannath temple to Menco area.

Winter rain won't cause large-scale damage to most rabi crops

Winter rain won't cause large-scale damage to most rabi crops

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

For potato farmers in the north and wheat growers in the eastern parts -- particularly in Jharkhand, Bihar, and Odisha -- the recent rains could in fact be beneficial.

Pak's anti-terror court grants bail to Hafiz Saeed

Pak's anti-terror court grants bail to Hafiz Saeed

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

The Anti-Terrorism Court in Lahore granted interim bail to Saeed and his aides -- Hafiz Masood, Ameer Hamza, and Malik Zafar -- until August 31 against surety bonds of Rs 50,000 each, Dawn newspaper reported.

After SC prod, CVC begins probe into charges against CBI chief

After SC prod, CVC begins probe into charges against CBI chief

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

The Central Vigilance Commission on Tuesday examined some Central Bureau of Investigation official.

Why does Dr Banerjee provoke BJP ire?

Why does Dr Banerjee provoke BJP ire?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

'Mr Modi would compliment a Nobel Prize winner, but members of his party or the government would not be restrained from either making unfair comments or criticising him for having offered advice to an Opposition political party,' says A K Bhattacharya.

Army jawan injured in stone-pelting dies in Kashmir

Army jawan injured in stone-pelting dies in Kashmir

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

A resident of Uttarakhand's Badena village, Singh had joined the army in 2016 and is survived by his parents.

INX Media case: HC extends Chidambaram's protection from arrest

INX Media case: HC extends Chidambaram's protection from arrest

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

The court had also directed Chidambaram to cooperate with the investigation in both the cases as and when required.

Kohli star attraction at BCCI awards

Kohli star attraction at BCCI awards

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

India captain Virat Kohli was the star attraction at the BCCI Annual Awards function as he received the prestigious Polly Umrigar Trophy (Cricketer of the Year) award for two consecutive seasons.

How cash-starved Modi govt plans to prune expenditure

How cash-starved Modi govt plans to prune expenditure

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

'If the current mood in North Block, headquarters of the finance ministry, is anything to go by, the government will now keep a closer watch on all kinds of schemes and projects undertaken by different central ministries. 'The next six months will determine which central schemes will have to be wound up and which ones will survive the axe,' says A K Bhattacharya.

SC declines to stay amendments to SC/ST Act

SC declines to stay amendments to SC/ST Act

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

A bench headed by Justice A K Sikri said the pending review petition filed by the Centre against the apex court's March 20, 2018 verdict and the pleas challenging the new amendments made in the SC/ST verdict will be taken up together.

#InstaStories: Making Amitabh Bachchan's Khuddar

#InstaStories: Making Amitabh Bachchan's Khuddar

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

In this series, InstaStories, we let pictures on social media tell their beautiful back stories.

Can corporate tax cuts boost growth?

Can corporate tax cuts boost growth?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

'Tax cuts will have only marginal effects in the short run and significant positive effects in the medium term,' says Shankar Acharya, former chief economic adviser to the Government of India.

INX Media case: HC protects Chidambaram from arrest till July 3

INX Media case: HC protects Chidambaram from arrest till July 3

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Chidambaram had on Wednesday rushed to a trial court for protection from arrest in Aircel-Maxis case before approaching the Delhi high court in connection with the INX Media case, in which he has been asked by probe agencies to join investigations.

Ram Jethmalani: A doyen of legal profession

Ram Jethmalani: A doyen of legal profession

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

A rebel by nature, he lived the life to the fullest, donning different hats -- lawyer, parliamentarian, minister -- but was not a quintessential politician constrained by party lines.

CVC report on CBI director has some 'very uncomplimentary' findings: SC

CVC report on CBI director has some 'very uncomplimentary' findings: SC

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

A bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi ordered that the confidential CVC report be given to Verma in a sealed cover and asked him to respond to it by Monday, also in a sealed cover. It will take up the matter on Tuesday.

Congress in poll mode, sets up 3 key panels for 2019 elections

Congress in poll mode, sets up 3 key panels for 2019 elections

Rediff.com25 Aug 2018

Party chief Rahul Gandhi formed a nine-member Core Group Committee, a 19-member Manifesto Committee and a committee comprising 19 top party leaders who will look after the publicity during the elections.

PM-led panel to decide on Verma's fate; CJI nominates Justice Sikri

PM-led panel to decide on Verma's fate; CJI nominates Justice Sikri

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

Since the CJI was a part of the bench and author of the Tuesday's verdict which reinstated Verma as the CBI Director, he opted himself out of the panel's meeting which was ordered to be convened within a week.

What is holding Modi govt back on the economy

What is holding Modi govt back on the economy

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

'The Modi regime is not willing to use its huge political capital for taking any economic policy measure that it fears might undermine that political strength, says A K Bhattacharya.

Opposition anguished over politicisation of sacrifices of armed forces

Opposition anguished over politicisation of sacrifices of armed forces

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

After a meeting in the Parliament Library, the leaders of these parties issued a joint statement, expressing concern over the prevailing security situation in the country.

Congress, JD-S protest outside K'taka assembly against BSY's swearing-in

Congress, JD-S protest outside K'taka assembly against BSY's swearing-in

Rediff.com17 May 2018

The newly elected Congress legislators, who are staying at a resort on the city outskirts, also joined the protest.

Sonia Gandhi named interim Congress chief after marathon meet

Sonia Gandhi named interim Congress chief after marathon meet

Rediff.com11 Aug 2019

The Congress Working Committee finally accepted Rahul Gandhi's resignation during its second meeting of the day.

Ex-CBI chief Alok Verma may face action for defying govt order

Ex-CBI chief Alok Verma may face action for defying govt order

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

In a letter sent to Verma Wednesday, the MHA said, "You are directed to join the post of DG, Fire Services, Civil Defence & Home Guards immediately" which was seen as rejection of his letter

Meghalaya: Navy, NDRF personnel enter mine shaft to know water level

Meghalaya: Navy, NDRF personnel enter mine shaft to know water level

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

The Navy wanted to ascertain the water level as their divers can operate up to 100 feet in a closed container-type situation, a district official said.

IRCTC joins hands with SBI to promote rail ticketing

IRCTC joins hands with SBI to promote rail ticketing

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

In addition, both will offer services jointly, subject to financial viability.

Entire Oppn stands with security forces, govt: Rahul

Entire Oppn stands with security forces, govt: Rahul

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

"Those who have done this should not feel that they can harm the country. It is a time of mourning and sadness," Rahul said.

Kerala HC satisfied with police probe into nun rape case

Kerala HC satisfied with police probe into nun rape case

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

The bench observed that if a hasty investigation was conducted, the accused would be allowed to go scot-free.

Top 2 CBI officers 'divested of powers'; interim chief takes over

Top 2 CBI officers 'divested of powers'; interim chief takes over

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

After taking over on Tuesday night, Rao overhauled the team probing allegations of corruption against Asthana, bringing in completely new faces, officials said.

Ex-CBI chief guilty of contempt, SC makes him sit in corner for a day

Ex-CBI chief guilty of contempt, SC makes him sit in corner for a day

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

The apex court imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh each on them for wilfully disobeying its order by transferring CBI joint Director A K Sharma who was probing the Bihar shelter home sexual assault cases.

Karnataka IAS officer found dead in Lucknow

Karnataka IAS officer found dead in Lucknow

Rediff.com17 May 2017

inspector said a preliminary examination confirmed an injury on his chin while no other injury is visible.

Kattrin Mozhi Review: Jyotika shines

Kattrin Mozhi Review: Jyotika shines

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Watching a remake is not always fun, but Jyotika excels in the role made famous by Vidya Balan in Tumhari Sulu, feels A Ganesh Nadar.

Congress needs a new zamindar from outside

Congress needs a new zamindar from outside

Rediff.com30 May 2019

'Since the two successive drubbings of the Congress have rung the alarm bells about the party's future, the need to chart a new course cannot be delayed any further,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Retired judge to probe 'conspiracy to frame' CJI

Retired judge to probe 'conspiracy to frame' CJI

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

The inquiry by will not deal with the allegations of sexual harassment against the CJI.