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Trudeau: US indictment seems to have convinced India that...

Trudeau: US indictment seems to have convinced India that...

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

"I think there is a beginning of an understanding that they can't bluster their way through this and there is an openness to collaborating in a way that perhaps they were less open before," Trudeau told the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.

J-K: Delay in revoking arms licences issued to Amritpal aides

J-K: Delay in revoking arms licences issued to Amritpal aides

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

The ongoing crackdown on Khalistan supporters has brought to light a questionable delay in revoking arms licences granted to the armed guards of radical preacher Amritpal Singh in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

India may resume issuance of visas to Canadians if...: Jaishankar

India may resume issuance of visas to Canadians if...: Jaishankar

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

The external affairs minister also said that India is likely to resume issuance of visas to Canadians if it sees progress in the safety of Indian diplomats in Canada.

Haryana woman who harboured Amritpal, aide nabbed

Haryana woman who harboured Amritpal, aide nabbed

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Haryana Police have arrested a woman who allegedly harboured Amritpal Singh and his associate Papalpreet Singh at her home in Kurukshetra district, an indication that the pro-Khalistan preacher might have fled Punjab.

Juvenile court cancels Porsche driver's bail, sends him to observation home

Juvenile court cancels Porsche driver's bail, sends him to observation home

Rediff.com22 May 2024

A 17-year-old boy, who allegedly crashed his high-end car into a motorbike killing two persons in Pune, was granted bail on a surety of Rs 7,500 and an assurance from his grandfather to keep him away from bad company, as per the order.

Priyanka Gandhi emerges as non-playing captain for Congress

Priyanka Gandhi emerges as non-playing captain for Congress

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Priyanka Gandhi in large part was at the centre of the Congress's action, giving a number of enduring images from this election campaign.

Preventive detention must be used rarely: JK HC

Preventive detention must be used rarely: JK HC

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

The 20-page judgment was delivered by Justice Hasnain Masoodi while allowing a habeas corpus petition, which challenged the second consecutive detention of Hizbul Mujhideen founder Mohammad Ahsan Dar under PSA.

Gujarat HC notice to US firm on PIL seeking ban on Pokemon Go

Gujarat HC notice to US firm on PIL seeking ban on Pokemon Go

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

A division bench of Chief Justice Subhash Reddy and Justice V M Pancholi also issued notices to the state and central governments.

3 held for raping IIT-BHU student; Oppn claims accused linked to BJP

3 held for raping IIT-BHU student; Oppn claims accused linked to BJP

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

The incident took place on the night of November 1. Following the incident, hundreds of BHU students had held a protest on the campus and demanded that the entry of outsiders be banned.

I'm feeling great: Trump in 1st public event after COVID

I'm feeling great: Trump in 1st public event after COVID

Rediff.com11 Oct 2020

Hundreds of Republican supporters sporting light blue T-shirts and the familiar red MAGA (Make America Great Again) caps gathered at the South Lawns of the White House as the US president addressed them from his balcony in a campaign-style event.

Why India should talk about menstrual hygiene and safety

Why India should talk about menstrual hygiene and safety

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

If we are able to provide safe, hygienic toilets, and affordable sanitary napkins, we could stop girls from dropping out of schools and help women feel more confident.

'Racial profiling is not a valid proxy for good law enforcement'

'Racial profiling is not a valid proxy for good law enforcement'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

'We have to face the fact that Islamic terrorists are here on our soil and mean to do America harm.'

Sonam Wangchuk on 5-day hunger strike, alleges house arrest

Sonam Wangchuk on 5-day hunger strike, alleges house arrest

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

The Ladakh-based innovator had announced a five-day long hunger strike at 18,380 feet high Khardung La from January 26 to invite attention of the BJP-led Centre to the demands of the people of Ladakh.

About 3 lakh pray at Ram temple; VIPs urged to inform visit in advance

About 3 lakh pray at Ram temple; VIPs urged to inform visit in advance

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Amid the huge rush of devotees in Ayodhya, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a meeting with officials in Lucknow to review the steps taken for crowd management and advised VIPs planning to visit the temple to inform the authorities in advance.

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Police have detained the father of a 17-year-old boy allegedly involved in a car accident that killed two persons in Maharashtra's Pune city, an official said on Tuesday.

India reacts as US cop who killed Jaahnavi Kandula goes scot-free

India reacts as US cop who killed Jaahnavi Kandula goes scot-free

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

In bodycam footage released by the Seattle Police Department, Officer Daniel Auderer laughed about the deadly crash and dismissed any implication Dave might be at fault or that a criminal investigation was necessary.

'Sexual violence, murder, loot are bound to happen'

'Sexual violence, murder, loot are bound to happen'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

'We cannot accept that this incident was not in the knowledge of the home ministry.' 'If they had no knowledge about this incident, then it is a big intelligence failure as the Union home ministry has no idea what is going on in Manipur and what the state police is doing.'

6 bills tabled in Lok Sabha amid uproar over Manipur

6 bills tabled in Lok Sabha amid uproar over Manipur

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Six bills, including the one to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, were introduced in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday amid protests by opposition members over the violence in Manipur.

Kerala assembly adopts resolution against uniform civil code

Kerala assembly adopts resolution against uniform civil code

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

The Kerala assembly on Tuesday unanimously adopted a resolution urging the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government to refrain from implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the country.

Govt reviews social media cos' progress on curbing deepfakes

Govt reviews social media cos' progress on curbing deepfakes

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Tuesday met social media platforms to review progress made by them in tackling misinformation and deepfakes, and asserted that advisories will be issued in the next two days to ensure 100 per cent compliance by platforms.

Duty-free shops outside food safety ambit: FSSAI

Duty-free shops outside food safety ambit: FSSAI

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Business of retail, food and beverages at duty-free shops in India was estimated to have a potential of $3.5 billion by 2021.

More paramilitary forces being deployed in Delhi post violence

More paramilitary forces being deployed in Delhi post violence

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

In the wake of farmers' tractor rally turning violent, the Centre on Tuesday decided to deploy additional paramilitary troops in Delhi to restore peace and maintain law and order, officials said.

Public servant tag worries NGO sector workers

Public servant tag worries NGO sector workers

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Many claim they fear witch hunts for disagreeing with those in power.

Kerala bus mishap: HC lens on vloggers promoting unsafe buses

Kerala bus mishap: HC lens on vloggers promoting unsafe buses

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

The Kerala high court on Thursday asked the state government as to what steps can be taken to ensure the safety of citizens on the roads in the wake of a bus accident in Palakkad claiming nine lives, including five school students.

This dahi handi, the law was invisible

This dahi handi, the law was invisible

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

When the high court delivered the stringent norms, which in no way eliminated the fun of the proceedings but made it safer, by requiring proper safety measures, there was an undercurrent of defiance. Sensing the adverse implications of loss of a mass contact platform, the government persuaded itself to seek a review, says Mahesh Vijapurkar.

In a first, HC turns to ChatGPT to access view on bail

In a first, HC turns to ChatGPT to access view on bail

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

The judge, in his order, stated that "to further assess the worldwide view on bail when the assault was laced with cruelty, the use of artificial intelligence platform which has been trained with multitudinous data was made".

Curbs, Kashmir shutdown persist on Day 57

Curbs, Kashmir shutdown persist on Day 57

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Main markets and other business establishments across the Valley remained shut and public transport was off the roads.

Fresh restrictions imposed in Kashmir for Friday prayers

Fresh restrictions imposed in Kashmir for Friday prayers

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Restrictions under Section 144 CrPc have been imposed in few areas of the valley to maintain law and order, the officials said.

Day 45: Some semblance of normalcy in Kashmir

Day 45: Some semblance of normalcy in Kashmir

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

Though markets and commercial establishments remained shut and students stayed away from schools.

Railway minister used to resign: Oppn on Odisha train tragedy

Railway minister used to resign: Oppn on Odisha train tragedy

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

The ruling Trinamool Congress in West Bengal demanded Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's resignation over the horrific triple train crash in neighbouring Odisha.

Curbs put in Srinagar to prevent Muharram processions

Curbs put in Srinagar to prevent Muharram processions

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

Authorities on Sunday imposed curfew-like restrictions in parts of Srinagar to prevent members of the Shia community from taking out Muharram processions on the eighth day of the 10-day mourning period, officials said.

Indian laws strong enablers of women empowerment: Smriti at UN

Indian laws strong enablers of women empowerment: Smriti at UN

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Irani said the "Government of India took a series of measures for ensuring safety, security and well-being of women during the COVID-19 pandemic."

Hurriyat paid youth to pelt stones, says imam

Hurriyat paid youth to pelt stones, says imam

Rediff.com27 Dec 2010

The stone-pelting was sponsored by the Syed Ali Shah Geelani faction to create law and order problem in Sopore, Abdul Latief Lone, detained under the Public Safety Act, told police, according to DIG (North Kashmir) Munir Khan.

10 laws that changed how India does business

10 laws that changed how India does business

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

Experts consider Sebi's takeover code in its present form to be on a par with any foreign code governing public mergers and acquisitions.

Khalistan Protesters Attack PTI Journalist

Khalistan Protesters Attack PTI Journalist

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

A PTI journalist was verbally intimidated and physically assaulted by Khalistan supporters protesting outside the Indian embassy in Washington, DC, drawing a strong reaction from the Indian mission which said such activities underscore the violent and anti-social tendencies of these separatists.

Detained Omar Abdullah to be shifted near home

Detained Omar Abdullah to be shifted near home

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

Omar, presently kept in detention at Hari Nivas, is likely to be shifted as the J-K administration plans to use the place to host a ministerial delegation from the Centre.

Madras HC directs RSS to shift Oct 2 rallies to Nov 6

Madras HC directs RSS to shift Oct 2 rallies to Nov 6

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

The Madras high court on Friday directed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to hold its 'route marches' and public meetings in 51 places in Tamil Nadu on November 6, instead of the originally proposed October 2.

19 kids, aged 7-10 yrs, among 21 shot dead in Texas school shooting

19 kids, aged 7-10 yrs, among 21 shot dead in Texas school shooting

Rediff.com25 May 2022

In one of the worst school shootings in American history, an 18-year-old gunman has killed 21 people, including 19 children, and two adults at an elementary school in Texas state, with an emotional President Joe Biden urging lawmakers to 'turn this pain into action' to control the powerful gun lobby.

CM holds meeting on law and order scene in Andhra

CM holds meeting on law and order scene in Andhra

Rediff.com1 Aug 2013

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Thursday directed the police to observe utmost restraint in dealing with the ongoing agitation in Andhra-Rayalaseema regions.

Judiciary must be allowed to interpret Constitution: SC judge Kohli

Judiciary must be allowed to interpret Constitution: SC judge Kohli

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

It is equally essential to recognise the judiciary's role in the constitutional dialogue as it acts like a safety valve for fostering our democratic values, she said.