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Working on assisting Ukraine-returned students, govt tells SC

Working on assisting Ukraine-returned students, govt tells SC

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

The counsel appearing for the Centre told the top court on Friday that they have written to the secretaries of the ministries of external affairs as well as health on the issue.

Why 9 Manipuri mothers refuse to bury their sons

Why 9 Manipuri mothers refuse to bury their sons

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Nine young men killed in police firing last August have become symbols of oppression of the tribals of Manipur.

Not all demands of veterans can be fulfilled: Parrikar on OROP

Not all demands of veterans can be fulfilled: Parrikar on OROP

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

Underlining that 'maximum' demands of the veterans have been fulfilled, he said the judicial commission that will be set up will look into the 'problems'.

SHAME! Delhi cops beat up, detain acid attack survivors

SHAME! Delhi cops beat up, detain acid attack survivors

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

Acid attack survivors were in for a rude shock on Thursday when the police manhandled them and detained them while they tried to stage a protest outside Parliament.

Farmers continue to converge on Delhi borders, security upped

Farmers continue to converge on Delhi borders, security upped

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

Rejecting the Centre's offer to hold talks once they move to the Burari ground, the farmers protesting against the new agricultural reform laws have been staying put at Tikri, Singhu and Ghazipur borders.

'States have no powers to refuse Citizenship Act'

'States have no powers to refuse Citizenship Act'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

The statement came after chief ministers of West Bengal, Punjab, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh announced that the law is "unconstitutional" and has no place in their respective states.

How social media reunited 3-yr-old Jahnvi with her parents

How social media reunited 3-yr-old Jahnvi with her parents

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

The three-year-old girl who had gone missing under mysterious circumstances last Sunday evening from India Gate was found a week later in West Delhi's Janakpuri area under equally dramatic sequence of events.

'Indian democracy faces an unprecedented challenge'

'Indian democracy faces an unprecedented challenge'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

'The larger intention is to create a political State where there is no opposition.'

Kejriwal should maintain CM's dignity; action only after inquiry: Shinde

Kejriwal should maintain CM's dignity; action only after inquiry: Shinde

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

Asking Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to maintain the dignity of the office he holds, Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on Monday ruled out any action against Delhi Police personnel till an inquiry is over.

Singhal, Togadia released a day after crackdown on yatra

Singhal, Togadia released a day after crackdown on yatra

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

Vishwa Hindu Parishad leaders Ashok Singhal and Pravin Togadia were on Friday released along with 957 fellow cadres, a day after nearly 2,500 activists were arrested in a massive crackdown by Uttar Pradesh authorities to foil its yatra which also led to protests by its workers.

Nido's death: Centre steps in, promises action against guilty

Nido's death: Centre steps in, promises action against guilty

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde on Tuesday promised to take action against those responsible for the death of a 19-year-old student from Arunachal Pradesh and ensure a speedy probe.

'I am not the target, my leader KCR is'

'I am not the target, my leader KCR is'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

'He is exposing the failings of the BJP, which is rankling the party.'

3 years after split, Kejriwal and Hazare share stage against Land Bill

3 years after split, Kejriwal and Hazare share stage against Land Bill

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

In a rapprochement three years after they split, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday shared stage with Anna Hazare on the second and final day of the Gandhian's protest against the contentious land acquisition ordinance while accusing the Modi government of adopting anti-people policies.

Govt to come up with clarification on OROP: Ex-servicemen

Govt to come up with clarification on OROP: Ex-servicemen

Rediff.com5 Sep 2015

Leaders of agitating ex-servicemen over One Rank One Pension met Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Saturday night after which they said the government was likely to come out with a "clarification" on its applicability to those who have opted for premature retirement.

Delhi riots: Govt suspends broadcast of 2 Kerala channels

Delhi riots: Govt suspends broadcast of 2 Kerala channels

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

The two channels -- Media One and Asianet News TV -- were earlier issued a show cause notice and after they filed their replies, the ministry found them to be in violation of the Programme Code prescribed under the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995.

'Violence won't end till people say let's stop it'

'Violence won't end till people say let's stop it'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'Unfortunately, there is no movement towards peace in Manipur.'

No anti-BJP Opposition front without Congress, says SP ally

No anti-BJP Opposition front without Congress, says SP ally

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

The June 23 meeting of opposition parties, called by Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal-United leader Nitish Kumar, will see anti-BJP players chalk out a strategy for the Lok Sabha polls.

'Jail was like a pathashala'

'Jail was like a pathashala'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

'It taught me how to be resilient, how to be strong and how to be courageous.'

UP government announces Rs 5 lakh each for kin of Hashimpura victims

UP government announces Rs 5 lakh each for kin of Hashimpura victims

Rediff.com20 May 2015

After two months of dilly dallying, the Uttar Pradesh government has finally decided to come to the assistance of the 42 Muslim families whose bread winners were gunned down by policemen 28 years ago.

2 killed in Karnataka; anti-CAA protests grip India

2 killed in Karnataka; anti-CAA protests grip India

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

Defying prohibitory orders, protests were held in Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and several other cities. Protesters, mostly students and activists, were detained on a large scale in national capital and other places.

Govt 'misleading' people on Land Act: Hazare

Govt 'misleading' people on Land Act: Hazare

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

The Gandhian activist threatened to go ahead with a nation-wide 'jail bharo andolan' if the government does not pay heed to the demands.

TN farmers bring skulls to Delhi to focus on drought havoc

TN farmers bring skulls to Delhi to focus on drought havoc

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

'So far, 400 farmers have committed suicide, we are saying don't turn us into skulls too.'

Jagan brings thousands of anti-Telangana protestors to Delhi

Jagan brings thousands of anti-Telangana protestors to Delhi

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

In order to stall the Telangana bill and urge the government to withdraw its decision, the YSR Congress of Jagan Mohan Reddy and Seemandhra government employees will protest in different parts of the city

Centre stops AAP govt's doorstep delivery of rations

Centre stops AAP govt's doorstep delivery of rations

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

The central government on Friday stopped the doorstep delivery of ration scheme MMGGRY (Mukhya Mantri Ghar Ghar Ration Yojana) of the Delhi government, scheduled to be launched on March 25.

Bharat Bandh on Sep 27: Sanyukt Kisan Morcha appeals for peace

Bharat Bandh on Sep 27: Sanyukt Kisan Morcha appeals for peace

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

Many non-NDA parties have extended support to the nationwide 10-hour strike on Monday called by farmers protesting against the three agri laws under the aegis of Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM).

Promised job 10 years ago, martyr's grand nephew goes on dharna

Promised job 10 years ago, martyr's grand nephew goes on dharna

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

"We are ready to sacrifice our life and continue with our dharna till we get a job. We have written to the PM, Home Minister Rajnath Singh," says Jagga Singh, the grand nephew of Udham Singh.

Govt's offer in SC: Panel to address 'humane concerns', no same-sex marriage

Govt's offer in SC: Panel to address 'humane concerns', no same-sex marriage

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, told a five-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, which is hearing a batch of pleas seeking legal validation of same-sex marriage, that the government is positive about the suggestion for exploring administrative steps in this regard.

Gang-rape victim's parents welcome passage of bill on juveniles

Gang-rape victim's parents welcome passage of bill on juveniles

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Parents of the December 16 gang-rape victim on Tuesday welcomed the passage of the long-pending Juvenile Justice Bill saying that it will deter juveniles from committing such crime against women even though they rued that their daughter has been denied justice.

We don't want lame OROP, say veterans @ Sainik Ekta rally

We don't want lame OROP, say veterans @ Sainik Ekta rally

Rediff.com12 Sep 2015

Hundreds of army veterans held a 'Sainik Ekta' rally to press for "honest and truthful justice" as they rejected the One Rank One Pension scheme announced by the government even as some ex-servicemen groups dissociated themselves from the demonstration.

Muzaffarpur case: Nitish won't sack minister, blames 'system flaw'

Muzaffarpur case: Nitish won't sack minister, blames 'system flaw'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

He said Verma can be asked 'to go' only if she is found to have facilitated any wrongdoing and not because of some 'noises'.

Ayodhya nahi, karz maafi: Farmers converge in Delhi for 2-day protest

Ayodhya nahi, karz maafi: Farmers converge in Delhi for 2-day protest

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

The two-day rally will be one of the largest congregations of farmers in Delhi, the AIKSCC has claimed.

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

'The unfolding events indicate a dangerous internal security situation in Manipur and the region. It can have external ramifications also.'

'Modi Fatigue Has Set In'

'Modi Fatigue Has Set In'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'Modigate is snowballing into a huge thing with the electorate. The BJP is in for huge punishment by the electorate.'

Bilkis case convict challenges plea in SC against remission by Guj govt

Bilkis case convict challenges plea in SC against remission by Guj govt

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

In his counter-affidavit, Radhey Shyam, who was recently released by the Gujarat government on remission, said that none of the petitioners are related to the case and are either political activists or "third party stranger".

After 35 hours of grilling, ED summons Rahul Gandhi for day 5 of questioning

After 35 hours of grilling, ED summons Rahul Gandhi for day 5 of questioning

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

The fourth day of questioning was deferred from June 17 to this day after Gandhi requested the agency for postponing the session as he wanted to be with his mother and Congress president Sonia Gandhi in hospital, where she is admitted for post-Covid issues.

Hathras: 19 FIRs for bid to trigger caste conflict, sedition booked

Hathras: 19 FIRs for bid to trigger caste conflict, sedition booked

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

The FIR lodged at Chandpa police station in Hathras district against 'unknown persons' mentioned alleged attempts to foment cast conflict, promoting enmity between groups and tarnish the image of the government and invoked section 124A of the Indian Penal Code -- the serious charge of sedition.

Bitter home truths from a chaiwala

Bitter home truths from a chaiwala

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

'People like me worry about our next meal, not about what meat we eat... and we certainly don't have the luxury that you have, of holding vigils for faceless people we've never known.'

'Unwarranted, narrow-minded comments': India slams OIC

'Unwarranted, narrow-minded comments': India slams OIC

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

India on Monday hit out at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation for its criticism of the country in the wake of the alleged derogatory remarks made against Prophet Mohammed by two Bharatiya Janata Party functionaries.

Former service chiefs appeal to Prez on OROP

Former service chiefs appeal to Prez on OROP

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

Government is looking at a "middle path" in resolving the "ticklish issue" of 'One Rank One Pension' demand of ex-servicemen, officials sources said.

'India is only a 150-year-old name'

'India is only a 150-year-old name'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'Bharat is a name that is 7000 years old.' 'We are not saying the name of the country should be changed from India to Bharat; we only recommended that the stress should be on Bharat.'