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Why These Manipuri MLAs Are Gagged

Why These Manipuri MLAs Are Gagged

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'Our gagged silence today portrays the silencing of justice, but our protest signify our love for India and justice.'

Parliamentary panel wants minimum pension under EPS hiked to Rs 7500

Parliamentary panel wants minimum pension under EPS hiked to Rs 7500

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A parliamentary panel has recommended an urgent review of the Rs 1,000 minimum monthly pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995, to raise it to a more realistic and dignified level, considering the rising cost of living and the financial hardships faced by pensioners.

Wrestlers' protest driven by politicians: WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Wrestlers' protest driven by politicians: WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

The country's top wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia, have been protesting since April 23, demanding criminal action against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Wrestlers' protest: NCW chief seeks report from Delhi Police

Wrestlers' protest: NCW chief seeks report from Delhi Police

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

National Commission for Women chairperson Rekha Sharma on Thursday said she has sought an action taken report from the Delhi Police Commissioner on the complaints filed by the women wrestlers about alleged sexual harassment.

'No hope from PM': Priyanka after meeting protesting wrestlers

'No hope from PM': Priyanka after meeting protesting wrestlers

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed solidarity with protesting wrestlers after meeting them at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Saturday and accused the government of 'protecting' WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who is facing allegations of sexual harassment levelled by women grapplers.

WFI chief refuses to resign, says Congress to blame for protest

WFI chief refuses to resign, says Congress to blame for protest

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

'Resigning as president of Wrestling Federation of India is not a big deal for me, but I will not resign as a criminal.'

UPSC aspirants continue protest, demand scrapping of CSAT

UPSC aspirants continue protest, demand scrapping of CSAT

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Scores of UPSC aspirants on Tuesday continued their protest demanding scrapping of Civil Service Aptitude Test, a day after the government announced that English marks in the test will not be included for gradation or merit in the civil services preliminary examination.

Lekhi slams protesting farmers as 'mawali', later retracts

Lekhi slams protesting farmers as 'mawali', later retracts

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Lekhi later tweeted that her comments were "twisted" and that she withdraws her words if they have hurt anyone.

Son showing attitude...: Kejriwal's dig at Modi on RSS

Son showing attitude...: Kejriwal's dig at Modi on RSS

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Kejriwal wanted to know if the RSS agreed with the BJP's politics of using central agencies to break up parties and topple opposition governments, and inducting "corrupt" leaders into its fold.

Politicians rally behind protesting wrestlers

Politicians rally behind protesting wrestlers

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

Wrestlers' protest take political colour, farmer leaders also support athletes

Wrestlers were warned for creating ruckus: Police FIR

Wrestlers were warned for creating ruckus: Police FIR

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Madhav was injured during the scuffle with the protesting wrestlers when they were detained, the FIR sated.

Celebrations, Candlelight Rally, Protests

Celebrations, Candlelight Rally, Protests

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

A procession in Kolkata, here and below, commemorating the anniversary of Swami Vivekananda's return from Chicago after delivering his historic speech at the World Parliament of Religions.

Whatever they command, I'm ready to obey: Bajrang

Whatever they command, I'm ready to obey: Bajrang

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Olympic bronze medallist Bajrang Punia on Thursday indicated he might withdraw from the Asian Games if all the panchayats that backed him during the protest at Jantar Mantar ask him to do so.

Sonam Wangchuk sits on fast at Ladakh Bhawan

Sonam Wangchuk sits on fast at Ladakh Bhawan

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Sunday sat on a fast at the Ladakh Bhawan where he was staying after the protesters were denied permission to stage the stir for Ladakh's Sixth Schedule status at Jantar Mantar.

Protesting wrestlers to garner support for May 28 Mahapanchayat

Protesting wrestlers to garner support for May 28 Mahapanchayat

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Bajrang Punia along with the protesting wrestlers are stepping up their efforts to gather support in their fight against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan.

'Delhi Police have taken away our generator, mattresses'

'Delhi Police have taken away our generator, mattresses'

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The on-duty police personnel began enquiring about the sleeping materials as rules do not permit bringing in such things at the protest site.

Haryana wrestling body suspends officials for participating in protest

Haryana wrestling body suspends officials for participating in protest

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Rohtash's decision, however, brought to light the differences arisen within the HAWA, which is affiliated to WFI, with its general secretary Rakesh Singh calling the suspension of the district officials as a wrong move.

Wrestlers continue protest for justice against WFI president

Wrestlers continue protest for justice against WFI president

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

Top Indian wrestlers have returned to Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to continue their protest

Can't release Sonam Wangchuk on health grounds: Centre to SC

Can't release Sonam Wangchuk on health grounds: Centre to SC

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court addressed concerns regarding the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, examining his health and the grounds for his detention.

Supreme Court verdict not a setback; protest will continue: Wrestlers

Supreme Court verdict not a setback; protest will continue: Wrestlers

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The wrestlers have been sitting on protest since April 23, demanding the arrest of WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh alleging that he has sexually harassed seven female grapplers, including one minor.

Bajrang Punia apologises to coach Dahiya for defamation

Bajrang Punia apologises to coach Dahiya for defamation

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Bajrang Punia has tendered an unconditional apology to wrestling coach Naresh Dahiya for sullying his name during their protest against the then WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

SAI's ultimatum to Bajrang Punia: Trials or fitness certificate

SAI's ultimatum to Bajrang Punia: Trials or fitness certificate

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Punia is planning to skip the trials for the World Championships on August 25 and 26 and instead wants to train at a foreign location to prepare for the Asian Games

Kejriwal held, released; says protest will continue

Kejriwal held, released; says protest will continue

Rediff.com26 Aug 2012

Supporters of erstwhile Team Anna on Sunday marched towards Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's residence as part of their 'gherao' protest against the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party BJP on the coal block allocation issue.

Protesting wrestlers join Asian Games trials

Protesting wrestlers join Asian Games trials

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Protesting wrestlers joined several of their colleagues to prepare for the Asian Games trials.

Caring for Kadiki

Caring for Kadiki

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

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Wrestlers protest for 22 days, IOA finally takes action

Wrestlers protest for 22 days, IOA finally takes action

Rediff.com14 May 2023

The WFI said it has no issues in obeying the IOA order since they were already co-operating with the authorities.

'Will continue protest until accused is punished'

'Will continue protest until accused is punished'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Wrestlers express disappointment with PT Usha's comments.

Israel's war on Gaza is genocide: UN Commission

Israel's war on Gaza is genocide: UN Commission

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

A United Nations commission of inquiry has found that Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.

Anna Hazare sits on one-day fast at Jantar Mantar

Anna Hazare sits on one-day fast at Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com11 Dec 2011

Ahead of his day-long fast for a strong Lokpal Bill, Anna Hazare launched a vitriolic attack on the government, charging that it was "intoxicated" by power and said the "second fight for independence" has started which will go on till corruption is eradicated.

DCW to issue notice to Delhi Police over violence against wrestlers

DCW to issue notice to Delhi Police over violence against wrestlers

Rediff.com4 May 2023

She told PTI that she had spoken to the women protesters and recorded their statements in detail.

Protesting wrestlers meet Sports Minister Anurag Thakur

Protesting wrestlers meet Sports Minister Anurag Thakur

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait on Tuesday insisted that they have not withdrawn their support to the wrestlers and they have postponed the June 9 demonstration against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh only on the request of grapplers.

'Insaaf Ke Sipahi stands with protesting wrestlers'

'Insaaf Ke Sipahi stands with protesting wrestlers'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

On Tuesday, seven top wrestlers filed a joint petition in the Supreme Court seeking registration of an FIR against Singh

Video: Delhi protesters force CM Dikshit to return

Video: Delhi protesters force CM Dikshit to return

Rediff.com29 Dec 2012

Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit on Saturday faced public rage when she was forced to return from Jantar Mantar where she went to take part in mourning the death of the 23-year-old gangrape victim.

Kukis meet Amit Shah at home over continuing violence

Kukis meet Amit Shah at home over continuing violence

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

People from Manipur's Kuki community held a protest outside Union Home Minister Amit Shah's residence in New Delhi on Wednesday against the ongoing violence in the northeastern state, the police said.

Hazare threatens protest if Lokpal Bill not strong

Hazare threatens protest if Lokpal Bill not strong

Rediff.com28 Nov 2011

In a bid to build pressure on the Parliamentary Standing Committee, Anna Hazare has decided to hold a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi if the panel does not come up with strong recommendations on Lokpal Bill.

Bajrang justifies use of facilities as wrestlers accuse police of misleading

Bajrang justifies use of facilities as wrestlers accuse police of misleading

Rediff.com3 May 2023

After picture emerged on social media, Bajrang Punia said the women need to use the facilities.

Twisha Sharma death: Court rejects 2nd autopsy plea, MP govt seeks CBI probe

Twisha Sharma death: Court rejects 2nd autopsy plea, MP govt seeks CBI probe

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has announced that the state government will seek a CBI probe into the death of Twisha Sharma, a former model and actor, who was found hanging at her matrimonial residence. Her family alleges dowry harassment and fears crucial forensic evidence may be lost due to delays in securing a second autopsy and proper body preservation.

BJP eyeing 2/3rd majority to end reservations: Jairam Ramesh

BJP eyeing 2/3rd majority to end reservations: Jairam Ramesh

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh has alleged that the BJP's "real and ultimate target" in seeking a two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha is to amend the Constitution to end reservation, rather than genuinely implement women's reservation.

Opposition parties misused wrestlers: Yogeshwar Dutt

Opposition parties misused wrestlers: Yogeshwar Dutt

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The Delhi Police have registered an FIR against organisers of the wrestlers' protest and their supporters for violating law and order in connection with the scuffle that broke out at Jantar Mantar on Sunday.

'Did we win medals for the country to see this day?'

'Did we win medals for the country to see this day?'

Rediff.com4 May 2023

At around 11 pm, a scuffle broke out at Jantar Mantar between the protesting wrestlers when they were bringing in folding beds for their night stay and the on-duty police personnel allegedly began enquiring about that.