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Not allowed to speak, BJP MLA stands on Delhi assembly bench

Not allowed to speak, BJP MLA stands on Delhi assembly bench

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Gupta was demanding that a fact-finding committee report on an alleged water tanker scam during Sheila Dikshit's tenure be made public and a calling attention motion on the matter. Speaker Ram Niwas Goel rejected the demand.

Arbitrator to decide Warne's fate

Arbitrator to decide Warne's fate

Rediff.com16 Apr 2003

An independent judge will decide whether the disgraced cricketer can play in charity and testimonial matches.

MCG crowds warned for ODIs

MCG crowds warned for ODIs

Rediff.com11 Dec 2002

Injured Lehmann doubtful for Ashes Test

Injured Lehmann doubtful for Ashes Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2002

Australia batsman Darren Lehmann is suffering from an acute leg infection and is in doubt for the fourth Ashes Test against England

Williams to replace McGrath for WI

Williams to replace McGrath for WI

Rediff.com3 Apr 2003

McGrath has caught a flight back to Sydney to comfort his wife Jane, who has cancer.

CBI's Additional Director R K Dutta to head 2G case

CBI's Additional Director R K Dutta to head 2G case

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Additional Director R K Dutta will now head the CBI probe in the 2G spectrum scam after the Supreme Court directed the agency Chief Ranjit Sinha to recuse from the investigation.

Delhi's PWD minister raided; 'What does Modi Want,' asks Kejriwal

Delhi's PWD minister raided; 'What does Modi Want,' asks Kejriwal

Rediff.com30 May 2018

The ruling Aam Aadmi Party accused the central dispensation of keeping the party ministers and MLAs in controversy to ensure that the work done by the Delhi government was not highlighted among the people.

AP govt seeks Central probe into illegal phone tapping by KCR

AP govt seeks Central probe into illegal phone tapping by KCR

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Andhra Pradesh government has sought inquiry by the central government into the alleged illegal tapping of phone of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu.

The Lokpal is no magic wand to fight corruption

The Lokpal is no magic wand to fight corruption

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

A more informed electorate, rather than the Lokpal, can fight corruption better, argues Neeta Kolhatkar.

Bombay HC sends Bhujbal for medical examination

Bombay HC sends Bhujbal for medical examination

Rediff.com20 May 2016

The court would decide the bail plea after going through report of the board.

Delhi Police arrests AAP MLA Naresh Balyan in assault case

Delhi Police arrests AAP MLA Naresh Balyan in assault case

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

Balyan is AAP's 13th lawmaker to land in Delhi Police's net.

Appointment row: Supreme Court stay Delhi HC pro-AAP order

Appointment row: Supreme Court stay Delhi HC pro-AAP order

Rediff.com29 May 2015

The Supreme Court on Friday sought Delhi government's response in three weeks on Centre's plea seeking stay on the high court judgement which termed as suspect the notification clipping powers of the Aam Aadmi Party dispensation.

If Kejriwal can give money, I can reduce oil prices: Moily

If Kejriwal can give money, I can reduce oil prices: Moily

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Rejecting Arvind Kejriwal's allegation on gas pricing issue, Petroleum Minister M Veerappa Moily on Tuesday hit back at the Delhi Chief Minister and said that price fixing of petroleum products is done as per expert advice.

'TRS men lured us to change loyalties,' allege 2 TDP MLAs

'TRS men lured us to change loyalties,' allege 2 TDP MLAs

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Two TDP MLAs have lodged a complaint with anti corruption bureau alleging that the ruling TRS leaders pressurised them to quit the TDP to join their party.

Kejriwal mobilises political support in fight with Centre

Kejriwal mobilises political support in fight with Centre

Rediff.com28 May 2015

In no mood to back down on the issue of jurisdiction over appointments, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is reaching out to non-BJP chief ministers to mount political pressure on the Modi government even as the matter reached court.

Afghanistan to play first Test in India, BCCI ignores Pakistan

Afghanistan to play first Test in India, BCCI ignores Pakistan

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Monday rolled out the red carpet for war-ravaged Afghanistan by agreeing to host the country's maiden Test match but chose to cold-shoulder a cricket-starved Pakistan in its latest Future Tours Programme (FTP).

Vendetta politics by BJP, says NCP on Bhujbal's arrest

Vendetta politics by BJP, says NCP on Bhujbal's arrest

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

"This is vendetta politics by BJP. There was no need to arrest him as he was cooperating with the ED," NCP spokesperson Nawab Malik said.

Controversial Andhra DGP V Dinesh Reddy retires

Controversial Andhra DGP V Dinesh Reddy retires

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police V Dinesh Reddy, against whom a CBI probe is pending on charges of acquiring disproportionate assets, on Monday retired from service.

Kapil Mishra invites Yogendra Yadav, Prashant Bhushan to reclaim AAP

Kapil Mishra invites Yogendra Yadav, Prashant Bhushan to reclaim AAP

Rediff.com21 May 2017

The sacked leader also alleged that a businessman being probed for a Rs 400-crore scam funded the foreign tours of two top Aam Aadmi Party leaders.

Delhi vs Centre: SC verdict split on control of services

Delhi vs Centre: SC verdict split on control of services

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

In view of the differences, Justices A K Sikri and Ashok Bhushan referred the matter to a larger bench of the apex court.

Will FY16 be the year of IPOs?

Will FY16 be the year of IPOs?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2015

If companies manage to raise Rs 10,000 crore, this will be the best year for IPOs since FY11.

Kapil Sharma booked for 'destroying' mangroves near his home

Kapil Sharma booked for 'destroying' mangroves near his home

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

The Court of Metropolitan Magistrate at suburban Andheri ordered registration of an FIR against Sharma and others involved.

B S Yeddyurappa: From clerk to CM

B S Yeddyurappa: From clerk to CM

Rediff.com17 May 2018

Bookanakere Siddalingappa Yeddyurappa has navigated the choppy waters of politics with the consummate ease of a seasoned oarsman, defying tidal waves of adversity

Modi govt creating Emergency-like situation: AAP govt on Tomar arrest

Modi govt creating Emergency-like situation: AAP govt on Tomar arrest

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Launching a scathing broadside over the arrest of Delhi law minister, the Aam Aadmi Party government on Tuesday.

Fresh ED searches at Bhujbal's premises, NCP alleges political vendetta

Fresh ED searches at Bhujbal's premises, NCP alleges political vendetta

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

ED officials said the nine premises covered under the action included properties and offices belonging to Bhujbal, son Pankaj, nephew and former member of Parliament Samir and a few others.

AAP government to move SC against Delhi HC order

AAP government to move SC against Delhi HC order

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

The AAP govt on Thursday said it will challenge the HC order holding that the LG is the administrative head of the National Capital Territory.

Ready for probe if oppn gives evidence: Fadnavis on Munde row

Ready for probe if oppn gives evidence: Fadnavis on Munde row

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

"If the Opposition (the Congress and the Nationalist Congress Party) points out, with evidence, that norms have been flouted, we are ready to conduct an inquiry into the purchases," Fadnavis told PTI.

Afghan captain Stanikzai appeals for more opportunities

Afghan captain Stanikzai appeals for more opportunities

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

Growing in confidence with every opportunity that has come their way, Afghanistan cricket captain Asghar Stanikzai said his team knows how to beat the big guns of the game but the ICC has to give it enough chances. "You can make a comparison between Afghanistan and other associates. Many associates have been playing for last 30-40 years. They have been participating in World Cup tournaments. If you see our history, at the elite level we're playing only recently. We have really done well something other nations could not do it in 30-40 years," Stanikzai said.

On a 'chikki' wicket, Pankaja says not a single rupee swindled

On a 'chikki' wicket, Pankaja says not a single rupee swindled

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

Terming as a "scam of words" the charges against her, Maharashtra Minister Pankaja Munde, under fire for alleged irregularities in purchase of items worth Rs 206 crore, on Wednesday said that similar items were procured at a higher price during the previous Congress-Nationalist Congress Party rule.

ED summons Bhujbal's son, seizes passport

ED summons Bhujbal's son, seizes passport

Rediff.com7 Feb 2016

The ED had conducted searches on at least nine premises, including properties and offices, belonging to the senior Bhujbal, Pankaj, nephew Samir and few others.

Yeddyurappa: Seasoned oarsman who failed to safely anchor the BJP boat

Yeddyurappa: Seasoned oarsman who failed to safely anchor the BJP boat

Rediff.com19 May 2018

The 75-year-old Lingayat leader broke his own record of the most short-lived head of government in Karnataka.

Congress pursuing divide and rule policy: Modi in Karnataka

Congress pursuing divide and rule policy: Modi in Karnataka

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Modi lashed out at the Siddaramaiah government over alleged corruption, saying there is not a single minister who is not facing allegations of financial wrongdoing.

'Why diet like Kohli when you can hit longer sixes than him'

'Why diet like Kohli when you can hit longer sixes than him'

Rediff.com3 May 2018

Afghan wicketkeeper-batsman says who needs a punishing regimen like the Indian captain when he can hit longer sixes than the world's No.1 ODI batsman.

PM asks governor to bring about 'chill' between AP-Telangana

PM asks governor to bring about 'chill' between AP-Telangana

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Already embroiled in Sushma Swaraja and Vasundhara Raje controversies, the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Union government does not want to get caught in a petty fight between two regional parties.

HC tells CM Kejriwal that Najeeb Jung is the boss in Delhi

HC tells CM Kejriwal that Najeeb Jung is the boss in Delhi

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

The bench said the AAP contention that the LG is bound to act on the aid and advice of Council of Ministers was "without substance and cannot be accepted".

Lalit Modi, friend's haveli plans done in by fallout with Vasundhara

Lalit Modi, friend's haveli plans done in by fallout with Vasundhara

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

Two ancient havelis bought by former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi and his wife Minal's company at Amer, the old capital of Jaipur's Kacchawa rulers, are now in possession of the state government with signages of the archaeology department stating that the property belongs to the state government.

Maharashtra minister Pankaja Munde embroiled in Rs 206-crore scam

Maharashtra minister Pankaja Munde embroiled in Rs 206-crore scam

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Maharashtra Women and Child Development Minister Pankaja Munde finds herself in the middle of a Rs 206 crore scam, in what maybe called the first case of impropriety of the Devendra Fadnavis-led government.

Delhi assembly passes Jan Lokpal Bill

Delhi assembly passes Jan Lokpal Bill

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Delhi assembly on Friday passed the Janlokpal Bill, incorporating suggestions of Anna Hazare, which provides for an ombudsman with powers to act against any government functionary.

DDCA inquiry was pressured to name a certain 'VIP' says probe panel chief

DDCA inquiry was pressured to name a certain 'VIP' says probe panel chief

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

The DDCA probe panel chief has informed the Centre that he was under "pressure" for naming some individuals, including a "VIP", in his report on the cricket body's affairs.

ICC grants Afghanistan Associate membership

ICC grants Afghanistan Associate membership

Rediff.com29 Jun 2013

Afghanistan have been granted the Associate membership of the ICC, making it the eighth Asian nation and the 38th overall to get the status.