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Amritsar hooch toll rises to 21; 10 held, 2 cops suspended

Amritsar hooch toll rises to 21; 10 held, 2 cops suspended

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Police said they have made five arrests in the incident. Those arrested have been identified as Prabhjit Singh, the main accused, Kulbir Singh, Sahib Singh, Gurjant Singh and Ninder Kaur, they said.

'Lucky To Play In Biggest Stadium In The World'

'Lucky To Play In Biggest Stadium In The World'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

'One of the best aspects of the IPL is that every day, a new player emerges as a star.'

Advantage India textile industry after Trump tariffs

Advantage India textile industry after Trump tariffs

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

According to an industry expert, companies such as Trident, Welspun India, Arvind, KPR Mill, Vardhman Textiles, Page Industries, Raymond, and Alok Industries stand to gain, as revenue from the US market accounts for 20-60 per cent of their earnings.

Opposition parties hail 'Operation Sindoor'

Opposition parties hail 'Operation Sindoor'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Opposition parties in India, including the Congress, Left parties, Samajwadi Party, Bahujan Samaj Party, Trinamool Congress, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, Rashtriya Janata Dal, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP (SP), have unanimously hailed the armed forces' "Operation Sindoor", a retaliatory strike against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The operation, which involved missile and drone strikes, was conducted in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Despite political differences, all parties expressed support for the government and the armed forces, stressing the importance of national unity and integrity in the face of terrorism. While emphasizing the need for diplomatic avenues to prevent further escalation, some parties also called for caution in attributing political credit for the strikes.

Review Tax Regime, Plan Investments

Review Tax Regime, Plan Investments

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Review your family emergency fund and replenish it if needed. Revisit financial goals to see if there is any change in timeline or the corpus required.

Swati Maliwal takes dig at Kejriwal with 'cheer-haran' post

Swati Maliwal takes dig at Kejriwal with 'cheer-haran' post

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Maliwal's posts came after trends of the Delhi assembly poll results showed the BJP ahead of AAP and heading towards forming the government in the national capital.

Will Delhi debacle have any impact on AAP in Punjab? Oppn says...

Will Delhi debacle have any impact on AAP in Punjab? Oppn says...

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Opposition leaders in Punjab have claimed that the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) defeat in the Delhi Assembly polls signals the beginning of its downfall in the state as well. They cited the party's inability to deliver on promises and allegations of corruption as reasons for the setback in Delhi and predicted a similar fate for the AAP in Punjab, where it is currently in power.

UP minister addresses event in dark after power outage

UP minister addresses event in dark after power outage

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Uttar Pradesh Energy Minister Arvind Kumar Sharma was forced to address an event in the dark in his hometown Mau due to a power outage. The incident, which went viral on social media, led to action against four power department officials, including the suspension of two. Sharma was in Mau for a three-day event marking eight years of the BJP government in the state. The power failure lasted for hours, causing inconvenience to the locals and creating an awkward situation for the minister. While some BJP workers alleged that the outage was deliberate, locals praised Sharma for his composure and humility.

Pahalgam attack: 'Nazakat bhai' saves BJP leader's family

Pahalgam attack: 'Nazakat bhai' saves BJP leader's family

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Risking his own life, a Kashmiri tourist guide saved the lives of children from a group of tourists from Chhattisgarh when terrorists struck in Pahalgam on Tuesday.

UP horror: Wife, lover murder Dubai-returned man, chop body into two

UP horror: Wife, lover murder Dubai-returned man, chop body into two

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

A woman and her lover killed her husband in Uttar Pradesh, India, chopped his body in two, stuffed it in a suitcase, and dumped it in a field. This gruesome murder comes after a series of similar incidents in the state, including a case where a woman and her lover killed her husband and attempted to pass it off as a snakebite.

'Shameless': Swati Maliwal on Atishi's dance after her poll win

'Shameless': Swati Maliwal on Atishi's dance after her poll win

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Following the results on Saturday, Maliwal attacked AAP for losing Delhi assembly elections, stating that god "punishes" those who commit crime against woman.

What Are They Doing To The Yamuna?

What Are They Doing To The Yamuna?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

On Monday, February 17, 2025, a weed harvesting machine began cleaning the Yamuna river.

What worked for BJP, what didn't for AAP

What worked for BJP, what didn't for AAP

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Here is a snapshot of what worked for the BJP and what worked against the AAP in the Delhi assembly elections.

Kejriwal And Family Cast Votes

Kejriwal And Family Cast Votes

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal, along with his family, cast his vote in the Delhi Assembly elections

Tension in AAP's Punjab unit after Delhi rout? Kejriwal to meet MLAs

Tension in AAP's Punjab unit after Delhi rout? Kejriwal to meet MLAs

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal will meet Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, state ministers, and party MLAs in Delhi on Tuesday amid growing speculation about internal dissent in the party's Punjab unit following AAP's rout in the Delhi Assembly elections. The meeting is expected to focus on analyzing the Delhi election results and strategizing for the Punjab polls scheduled in 2027. The AAP's Punjab unit has faced questions about internal cohesion, with some suggesting that the party's leadership in Delhi continues to exert significant influence over Punjab's governance. There are also speculations that Kejriwal could consider a more direct role in Punjab politics now, with some political observers suggesting that he could contest from the vacant Ludhiana assembly seat.

CVC to probe renovations at Kejriwal's 'Sheesh Mahal'

CVC to probe renovations at Kejriwal's 'Sheesh Mahal'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

The Central Vigilance Commission has directed the Public Works Department of Delhi government to conduct a detailed probe into the alleged merger of properties to expand the 6, Flagstaff Road bungalow and the expenditures incurred on its interiors, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Vijender Gupta said on Saturday.

AAP rebel Maliwal dumps garbage outside Kejriwal's house

AAP rebel Maliwal dumps garbage outside Kejriwal's house

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Scores of women holding placards that read "Muskuraiye, AAP Delhi Mein Hain" were seen near Kejriwal's 5 Ferozeshah Road residence.

Delhi LG orders probe into Kejriwal's Rs 15 cr poaching claim

Delhi LG orders probe into Kejriwal's Rs 15 cr poaching claim

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Earlier on Thursday, Kejriwal accused the BJP of attempting to poach 16 AAP candidates ahead of the Delhi assembly polls results.

Now, Kejriwal Has A Song Launch!

Now, Kejriwal Has A Song Launch!

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Aam Aadmi Party National Convener Arvind Kejriwal launches AAP's campaign song for the Delhi assembly elections.

11 dead as building collapses before dawn in Delhi

11 dead as building collapses before dawn in Delhi

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

A multi-storey residential building collapsed in northeast Delhi's Shakti Vihar area in the early hours of Saturday, leaving 11 people dead and 11 injured, officials said.

Ahead of Delhi results, Kejriwal makes 'Rs 15 cr' claim

Ahead of Delhi results, Kejriwal makes 'Rs 15 cr' claim

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Kejriwal claimed that 16 AAP candidates had received offers from the BJP with the promise of ministerial positions and Rs 15 crore each if they switch sides.

'Autonomous hydraulic robot' to help in Telangana tunnel rescue

'Autonomous hydraulic robot' to help in Telangana tunnel rescue

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

An autonomous hydraulic-powered robot equipped with special machinery has been deployed to accelerate the search operation for seven people trapped inside a partially collapsed tunnel in Nagarkurnool, Telangana. The robot, equipped with a 30 HP capacity liquid ring vacuum pump and a vacuum tank machine, can remove up to 620 cubic meters of soil per hour using a conveyor belt. This technology aims to expedite the rescue efforts and enhance the efficiency of the operation. State Special Chief Secretary (Disaster Management) Arvind Kumar is supervising the search operation, which involves teams from the Army, NDRF, SDRF, HRDD, Singareni Collieries, a Hyderabad-based robotics company, and others.

Kejriwal owns no house, car; declares assets worth...

Kejriwal owns no house, car; declares assets worth...

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal filed his nomination for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections from the New Delhi constituency on Wednesday, declaring net assets totaling Rs 1.73 crore. According to Kejriwal's affidavit submitted to the Election Commission (EC), his assets include Rs 2.96 lakh in bank savings and Rs 50,000 in cash. His immovable assets are worth Rs 1.7 crore. The affidavit also revealed that Kejriwal owns no house or car. Kejriwal's wife, Sunita, has total assets worth Rs 2.5 crore, including a house in Gurugram and a small car. The couple's combined net assets are worth Rs 4.23 crore. Senior AAP leader and former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain also filed his nomination, from the Shakur Basti assembly constituency, declaring a net worth of Rs 4.4 crore.

'AAP drowned due to liquor policy'

'AAP drowned due to liquor policy'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

'AAP lost as it failed to understand the need to serve people selflessly and took the wrong path. Money took the front seat which dented AAP's image, leading to its defeat'

How many MLAs you have in Delhi?: Mann's jibe at Cong

How many MLAs you have in Delhi?: Mann's jibe at Cong

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

His remarks comes after AAP's national convenor Arvind Kejriwal held a meeting with CM Mann, Punjab ministers and MLAs at Kapurthala House in Delhi on Tuesday amid rumours of dissent in the party's Punjab unit.

EC refuses to upload Form 17C showing booth-wise votes: Kejriwal

EC refuses to upload Form 17C showing booth-wise votes: Kejriwal

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

On the eve of counting of votes for the Delhi Assembly elections, AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal accused the Election Commission (EC) of refusing to upload Form 17C, which contains details of votes polled per booth in each Assembly segment. In response, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has launched a website where it has uploaded Form 17C data for all the Assembly seats. Kejriwal stated that ensuring such transparency should have been the responsibility of the apex poll body. The office of the chief electoral officer responded by saying that the rule requiring presiding officers to furnish Form 17C to polling agents was complied with on the day of polling.

'Angels sent by God': Pahalgam survivors praise locals

'Angels sent by God': Pahalgam survivors praise locals

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Despite the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, locals demonstrated incredible bravery and compassion, risking their own lives to save tourists. Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a pony 'wallah', was killed while protecting tourists from the gunmen, while Nazakat Ahmed Shah rescued a family of 11, including three children. Tourist guide Sajad Ahmad Bhat also carried injured people to the hospital. The attack, which claimed the lives of 26 people, mostly tourists, highlighted the resilience and kindness of the Kashmiri people.

'Nobody has won the IPL trophy on the auction table'

'Nobody has won the IPL trophy on the auction table'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Arvinder and the franchise feel satisfied with the troops assembled before the tournament, just like in 2022.

Rekha Gupta swearing-in: Who are the 6 cabinet ministers?

Rekha Gupta swearing-in: Who are the 6 cabinet ministers?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

The new Delhi government has appointed six cabinet ministers, including Parvesh Verma, who defeated AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal in the recent assembly polls. The ministers, all BJP MLAs, will be administered the oath of office on Thursday afternoon. The new ministers will take oath along with CM-designate Rekha Gupta in a grand ceremony to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries at Ramlila Maidan later in the day.

AAP lost due to curse of Yamuna Maiya, LG tells Atishi

AAP lost due to curse of Yamuna Maiya, LG tells Atishi

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

According to sources, when Atishi arrived to submit her resignation at the Raj Nivas, the Delhi LG Saxena reminded her how he had repeatedly cautioned the government on public interest issues, particularly on cleaning of the Yamuna River.

Haryana court summons Kejriwal over 'poison in Yamuna' claim

Haryana court summons Kejriwal over 'poison in Yamuna' claim

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

A court in Haryana's Sonipat has summoned AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on February 17 on a complaint over his claim that the BJP-ruled state was mixing "poison in the Yamuna" river. The court issued the notice after a complaint was filed by an executive engineer of the Rai Water Services Division, Sonipat. Earlier, Haryana's Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Vipul Goel said the state government would file a case against Kejriwal for his remark.

Maharashtra 'pattern' has been implemented in Delhi: Sena

Maharashtra 'pattern' has been implemented in Delhi: Sena

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Raut said a Congress-AAP alliance would have crushed the BJP in Delhi assembly polls, as counting trends show the Arvind Kejriwal-led party losing many seats amid the saffron surge.

Delhi govt suffered Rs 2,000 cr losses due to liquor policy: CAG report

Delhi govt suffered Rs 2,000 cr losses due to liquor policy: CAG report

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The report on the alleged liquor scam, a hot button issue in the run-up to the elections, claimed a loss of revenue to the tune of Rs 941.53 crore, saying timely permissions were not taken for opening the liquor vends in non-conforming municipal wards.

Delhi CM apologises for calling policemen 'thulla'

Delhi CM apologises for calling policemen 'thulla'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has apologized for using the slang term "thulla" to refer to lower-rank policemen in a recent speech. She said it was not her intention to belittle or denigrate police personnel and that she has immense respect for them. She also attributed her past controversial comments on social media against opposition leaders to her lack of maturity then, saying she is not afraid to accept her mistakes. The opposition Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has strongly criticised Gupta for her remarks in the Assembly on March 28, which it called were an insult to police personnel.

Delhi Cong chief Arvinder Singh Lovely steps down over alliance with AAP

Delhi Cong chief Arvinder Singh Lovely steps down over alliance with AAP

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

In his letter to the Congress National President, Mallikarjun Kharge, Lovely said that all unanimous decisions taken by the senior Delhi Congress leaders have been unilaterally vetoed by the AICC general secretary (Delhi in-charge).

Is Kunal Kamra obsessed with controversies?

Is Kunal Kamra obsessed with controversies?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has once again found himself at the center of a controversy, this time for his comments about Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra has been a controversial figure for years, with his comedy often targeting politicians and other public figures. This latest incident has led to a backlash from Shinde's supporters, who have vandalized the venue of Kamra's show. Kamra has a history of making controversial remarks, including heckling a TV anchor on a flight and making comments about the judiciary.

Behind BJP's Delhi triumph: RSS' quiet campaign

Behind BJP's Delhi triumph: RSS' quiet campaign

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

In the run-up to the Delhi assembly elections, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) went all out to persuade voters to elect an effective and accountable government for the progress of the national capital, contributing to the BJP's thumping victory in the polls, according to sources.

For a post-retirement job...: Kejriwal's dig at CEC

For a post-retirement job...: Kejriwal's dig at CEC

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of indulging in hooliganism and targeting AAP workers, claiming that Delhi Police is afraid and helpless to tackle the situation.

'My name is Arvind Kejriwal and I'm not a terrorist': AAP chief's msg from jail

'My name is Arvind Kejriwal and I'm not a terrorist': AAP chief's msg from jail

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

'My names is Arvind Kejriwal and I am not a terrorist' is the Delhi chief minister's message for the countrymen from Tihar jail, Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh said Tuesday, slamming the Bharatiya Janata Party for the treatment being meted out to him in custody.

ED moves court after Arvind Kejriwal skips 5th summons

ED moves court after Arvind Kejriwal skips 5th summons

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

The complaint was filed before Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Divya Malhotra, who put up the matter for further hearing on February 7.