News for '-allahabad'

Rahul Could Become Central to Anti-BJP Politics

Rahul Could Become Central to Anti-BJP Politics

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Anti-Congress regional parties may have felt the possible impact of Rahul's South-North yatra, pending a second East-West padayatra, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Kashmiri students held for sedition in UP granted bail

Kashmiri students held for sedition in UP granted bail

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The Allahabad high court has granted bail to three Kashmiri students, who were arrested on the sedition charge after they allegedly raised pro-Pakistan slogans following a cricket match in Agra last year.

Relief for Azam Khan as SC stays takeover of his Rampur varsity land

Relief for Azam Khan as SC stays takeover of his Rampur varsity land

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

A bench of Justices Ajay Rastogi and CT Ravikumar issued notice to the Uttar Pradesh government and others on the appeal filed against the Allahabad high court order.

UP govt renames Faizabad rly station to Ayodhya Cantt

UP govt renames Faizabad rly station to Ayodhya Cantt

Rediff.com23 Oct 2021

Earlier in 2018, the Yogi government had renamed Faizabad as Ayodhya.

'We crossed over into Pakistan at 2 am'

'We crossed over into Pakistan at 2 am'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

'Imagine for a soldier -- first you conquer territory after fighting a fierce battle, suffer casualties and then you are ordered to come back to your side of the International Border in India.'

'Travesty of justice': SC on delay in bail to Azam Khan

'Travesty of justice': SC on delay in bail to Azam Khan

Rediff.com6 May 2022

The SC bench noted that Khan has got bail in 86 out of 87 cases.

BJP wins big in UP council polls, but loses crown jewel Varanasi

BJP wins big in UP council polls, but loses crown jewel Varanasi

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party is headed for a big win in the Uttar Pradesh legislative council polls, bagging Barabanki and Ayodhya and leading in several other places. But it lost Varanasi to an Independent candidate.

Kerala journalist Sidhique Kappan, in jail for nearly 2 years, moves SC for bail

Kerala journalist Sidhique Kappan, in jail for nearly 2 years, moves SC for bail

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Kerala-based journalist Sidhique Kappan, arrested in October 2020 while on his way to Hathras where a young Dalit woman had died after allegedly being gang-raped, has approached the Supreme Court seeking bail in the case.

Lakhimpur: SC reserves order on plea against Ashish Mishra's bail

Lakhimpur: SC reserves order on plea against Ashish Mishra's bail

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

"How can the judge go into postmortem report etc. We are hearing a bail matter, we do not want to prolong.This way of going into merits and going into wounds etc. is unnecessary for the question of bail," the bench observed.

Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb is heartful embrace of diversity: HC

Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb is heartful embrace of diversity: HC

Rediff.com25 May 2022

The Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb is not mere tolerance of differences but heartful embracement of diversity, the Allahabad high court has observed while granting bail to an accused in a case of mob violence.

HC asks Parliament, EC to take steps for removing criminals from politics

HC asks Parliament, EC to take steps for removing criminals from politics

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

The court said it is the responsibility of Parliament to show its collective will to restrain criminals from entering politics or legislature to save democracy and the country governed on democratic principles and the rule of law.

Cops on lookout for uncle of arrested Pak-trained terrorist

Cops on lookout for uncle of arrested Pak-trained terrorist

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The Delhi Police's Special Cell on Tuesday busted a Pakistan-organised terror module with the arrest of six men, including two ISI trained terrorists.

Keshav Prasad Maurya back as Yogi's deputy despite poll rout

Keshav Prasad Maurya back as Yogi's deputy despite poll rout

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

The 52-year-old leader lost from Sirathu by nearly 7,000 votes, leading to speculations of his omission from the new Adityanath-led government.

Salute The First Lady Army Officer Serving At Siachen!

Salute The First Lady Army Officer Serving At Siachen!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Deployed at 15,632 feet, Captain Shiva Chauhan, 25, highlights the calibre of the Indian Army's women officers.

'Sense of fear' prevents district judges from granting bail: CJI

'Sense of fear' prevents district judges from granting bail: CJI

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

The CJI said the higher judiciary is getting 'flooded' with bail matters because of the reluctance at the grassroots level to grant bail.

Journalist Sidhique Kappan has deep links with PFI, UP tells SC

Journalist Sidhique Kappan has deep links with PFI, UP tells SC

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Kerala-based journalist Sidhique Kappan, arrested in October 2020 on the way to Hathras where a Dalit woman had died after allegedly being gang-raped, has deep links with the Popular Front of India and is part of a larger conspiracy to "incite religious discord and spread terror", Uttar Pradesh government has told the Supreme Court.

Dom's Take: SSF in the land of the lawless

Dom's Take: SSF in the land of the lawless

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

With the graph of crimes in Uttar Pradesh in upswing mode, Dominic Xavier wonders if the SSF can curtail the increasing lawlessness in UP.

Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi issue: HC defers hearing till July 6

Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi issue: HC defers hearing till July 6

Rediff.com21 May 2022

After hearing a length petition filed by the Anjuman Intazamiya Masjid of Varanasi and other connected matters, Justice Prakash Padia adjourned the hearing of the case till July 6.

ASI releases pics of Taj Mahal's closed rooms amid row

ASI releases pics of Taj Mahal's closed rooms amid row

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Amid the controversy over the 22 locked rooms in the basement of the Taj Mahal, the Archaeological Survey of India has released some photographs of closed underground cells.

'They are targeting us because we respect the law of the land'

'They are targeting us because we respect the law of the land'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

'They are targeting us because we respect the law of the land, don't indulge in illegal or unlawful activities, are educated and literate enough to articulate the acts of injustice against us (the Muslim community).'

Nupur Sharma will be made big leader in 6-7 months: Owaisi

Nupur Sharma will be made big leader in 6-7 months: Owaisi

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Owaisi has demanded the arrest Nupur Sharma for the alleged objectionable remark against Prophet Muhammad.

BJP MP says Taj Mahal land belongs to Jaipur royals

BJP MP says Taj Mahal land belongs to Jaipur royals

Rediff.com11 May 2022

She also supported a petition in the Allahabad high court, seeking a fact-finding inquiry into the 'history' of the Taj Mahal and also opening of the doors of its '22 rooms' to see 'the truth, whatever it is'.

Lakhimpur Kheri again: 2 bikers killed in collision with SUV of BJP MLA's wife

Lakhimpur Kheri again: 2 bikers killed in collision with SUV of BJP MLA's wife

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

Two men were killed when a "speeding" car linked to a Bharatiya Janata Party legislator hit their motorcycle in a head-on collision in Lakhimpur Kheri, the police said on Monday.

Lakhimpur case: SC order tomorrow on plea to cancel Ashish Mishra's bail

Lakhimpur case: SC order tomorrow on plea to cancel Ashish Mishra's bail

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

A bench headed by Chief Justice NV Ramana is likely to pronounce its verdict at 10:30 am on Monday.

India Staring At Another Mandir-Masjid Conflict?

India Staring At Another Mandir-Masjid Conflict?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

'Why were they silent when over 128 temples and shrines including Shivlings were broken down at the time of the construction of the Kashi Vishwanath corridor?' a Varanasi resident asks Rashme Sehgal.

Will Soldiers Vote in Coming Elections?

Will Soldiers Vote in Coming Elections?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

No Service Chief to date has had the guts to streamline the procedure in conjunction with the Election Commission and ensure every soldier votes in his/her place of posting, observes Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

UP police bust fake job racket, claim SP Maurya's secretary among 5 held

UP police bust fake job racket, claim SP Maurya's secretary among 5 held

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

The Uttar Pradesh police on Thursday arrested five people, including a man who they claimed to be the personal secretary of former minister Swami Prasad Maurya, for allegedly duping unemployed youth on the pretext of giving them government jobs.

J'khand police remove posters of Ranchi violence accused after JMM objection

J'khand police remove posters of Ranchi violence accused after JMM objection

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Even as the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha opposed the police's move, the law enforcers said the errors would be rectified and the posters put up again.

'We are becoming a macro image of Pakistan'

'We are becoming a macro image of Pakistan'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

'If we go in the same direction as them, we cannot expect a different result from them.' 'Our fall is going to be very swift.' 'Within a decade, we can expect the situation to change for the worse.'

SC seeks UP's response on plea challenging Ashish Mishra's bail

SC seeks UP's response on plea challenging Ashish Mishra's bail

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

A special bench comprising Chief Justice N V Ramana and Justices Surya Kant and Hima Kohli took note of the submissions that one of the witnesses has been attacked and asked the state to ensure protection of witnesses of the case.

Prayagraj authorities have hit-list of 37 accused for bulldozer action

Prayagraj authorities have hit-list of 37 accused for bulldozer action

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

An official said the Prayagraj Development Authority is trying to identify the homes of the 37 people and action 'according to the law' will be taken if their building plans have not been approved.

Challenging bail to Ashish Mishra under consideration, UP tells HC

Challenging bail to Ashish Mishra under consideration, UP tells HC

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that decision to challenge the grant of bail by the Allahabad high court to Ashish Mishra is pending consideration before the relevant authorities.

HC orders regular hearing in Vishwanath temple-Gyanvapi mosque case

HC orders regular hearing in Vishwanath temple-Gyanvapi mosque case

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

The order was passed by Justice Prakash Padia, who was hearing a petition filed by Anjuman Intazamia Masazid, Varanasi.

Heatwave abates from all parts of country: IMD

Heatwave abates from all parts of country: IMD

Rediff.com3 May 2022

No part of northwest, central and east India is likely to record a heatwave over the next five days, the MeT office said.

Justice Chandrachud ruled on Ayodhya dispute, right to privacy, adultery

Justice Chandrachud ruled on Ayodhya dispute, right to privacy, adultery

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, however, had no qualms about overturning the judgements of father Y V Chandrachud on hot- button issues like adultery and the right to privacy.

Justice Chandrachud appointed Chief Justice of India, will serve 2-year term

Justice Chandrachud appointed Chief Justice of India, will serve 2-year term

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

He will take oath on November 9, a day after incumbent CJI Justice Uday Umesh Lalit demits office on attaining the age of 65.

Siddique Kappan's bail plea: SC seeks UP govt's response

Siddique Kappan's bail plea: SC seeks UP govt's response

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

A bench comprising Chief Justice Uday Umesh Lalit and S Ravindra Bhat fixed the plea for final disposal on September 9.

Lakhimpur: UP govt agrees to monitoring of SIT probe by ex-judge

Lakhimpur: UP govt agrees to monitoring of SIT probe by ex-judge

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

The bench, also comprising justices Surya Kant and Hima Kohli, said that it will have to take the consent of the judge concerned and will consider names of even former apex court and high court judges for monitoring the probe in the sensational case and pronounce the same on Wednesday.

Gyanvapi is a mosque, will remain a mosque: AIMPLB on Shivling claim

Gyanvapi is a mosque, will remain a mosque: AIMPLB on Shivling claim

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Shivling claim is an attempt to create communal disharmony, The All-India Muslim Personal Law Board said.

Why not let him go: SC to UP govt in Azam Khan case

Why not let him go: SC to UP govt in Azam Khan case

Rediff.com11 May 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Uttar Pradesh government to file a reply on the plea filed by Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan over the delay in hearing of his bail application in a land grabbing case.