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In PHOTOS: Hazare breaks fast after 288 hrs, nation rejoices

In PHOTOS: Hazare breaks fast after 288 hrs, nation rejoices

Rediff.com28 Aug 2011

A Team Anna member said the 74-year-old Gandhian will now head to Medanta Medicity in Haryana's Gurgaon for a check-up. Hazare had lost at least 7.5 kg since August 16 when he sat on a hunger strike for a strong Lokpal Bill. He now weighs 64.5 kg

Prez honours helicopter unit that stalled Pathankot terrorists

Prez honours helicopter unit that stalled Pathankot terrorists

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

The 125 Helicopter Squadron (Gladiators) since its formation in November 1983 has enhanced its operational capability over the years and earned accolades for its valour and strike capabilities when deployed internally as well as abroad.

Power Your Champions -- contribute just Rs 100

Power Your Champions -- contribute just Rs 100

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

Olympic Gold Quest's recently-launched programme, 'Power Your Champions', attempts to involve the country's sports fans in its quest for a gold medal at the Olympics.

Army Chief Bipin Rawat calls for united efforts to tackle stone-pelting problem

Army Chief Bipin Rawat calls for united efforts to tackle stone-pelting problem

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Rawat was briefed on the prevailing security situation in J&K Valley and recent operations conducted by the security forces.

Rafale deal: Congress gives privilege notices against PM Modi, defence minister

Rafale deal: Congress gives privilege notices against PM Modi, defence minister

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

The notices were moved by Leader of the Congress in Lok Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge, Veerappa Moily, K V Thomas, Jyotiraditya Scindia and Rajiv Satav, sources said.

'Most shameful actions': PM attacks Kerala govt over Sabarimala

'Most shameful actions': PM attacks Kerala govt over Sabarimala

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

"We know that the Communists do not respect the Indian history, culture and spirituality but nobody imagined they would have such hatred," Modi said.

Why tax breaks and cash awards for cricketers?

Why tax breaks and cash awards for cricketers?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2011

India's cricket players are the richest among the country's sportspersons, given the money in the sport, the sponsorships and the advertisement budgets.

Vishwas, Bharti question Kejriwal's 'ability to win polls'

Vishwas, Bharti question Kejriwal's 'ability to win polls'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

Bharti further said that this is high time the party took things seriously.

PM visits Siachen survivor, hails his 'indomitable spirit'

PM visits Siachen survivor, hails his 'indomitable spirit'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

His condition is critical but stable and he is undergoing various tests in the hospital, army sources said.

Why India does not need Air India

Why India does not need Air India

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

The airline has been bleeding continuously for a long time and pilots are anyway paid a lot of money.

What CMs told PM Modi during video meet on COVID-19

What CMs told PM Modi during video meet on COVID-19

Rediff.com12 May 2020

While some CMs suggested reopening economic activity in phases, others pitched for the extension of the coronavirus lockdown, but with a carefully crafted exit strategy

PM takes a swipe at AAP; tells Punjab not to let outsiders win

PM takes a swipe at AAP; tells Punjab not to let outsiders win

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

Modi, who addressed a poll rally in the Malwa heartland, asked the electorate to vote for the SAD-BJP combine for the third time, warning that Punjab as well as the entire nation could face a "crisis" if government led by any party other than the alliance comes to power.

BJP's Kiran Bedi cashes in on Obama visit ahead of Delhi polls

BJP's Kiran Bedi cashes in on Obama visit ahead of Delhi polls

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

"Today President Obama's visit has made India fly, isn't it?"

Highlights from PM Modi's I-Day speech

Highlights from PM Modi's I-Day speech

Rediff.com15 Aug 2017

Addressing the nation for the fourth time since he took office in 2014, the prime minister called upon the citizens to perform their duties towards the nation and co-operate to work towards a common goal of peace, harmony and development in the country.

'What was CBI doing till now in Malegaon case?'

'What was CBI doing till now in Malegaon case?'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2011

Sadhvi Pragya's statements will be crucial to the Malegaon investigation. Her advocate Ganesh Sovani, however, points out that they have not decided as of yet to challenge CBI's re-investigation of the case.

Trust vote: K'taka assembly adjourned, BJP MLAs stay put

Trust vote: K'taka assembly adjourned, BJP MLAs stay put

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

20 lawmakers did not turn up on Thursday, including 17 from the ruling coalition, 12 of whom are corralled in a hotel in Mumbai, as the House debated in a surcharged atmosphere.

Check out Tendulkar's 50 Test centuries

Check out Tendulkar's 50 Test centuries

Rediff.com19 Dec 2010

A look at Sachin Tendulkar's 50 centuries in Test cricket.

'I don't subscribe to the view of banning Pak'

'I don't subscribe to the view of banning Pak'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2010

The International Cricket Council has no plans to ban Pakistan from world cricket and neither does ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat have any problems with PCB chairman Ejaz Butt.

Feel for all of you, says Tendulkar to women's cricket team

Feel for all of you, says Tendulkar to women's cricket team

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Sometimes it is not meant to be, says legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar after the Indian team faced defeat by nine runs to England in the ICC Women's World Cup.

'Shiv Sena and BJP are twins'

'Shiv Sena and BJP are twins'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

'I don't think there will be many problems after the assembly election results.'

Peshawar terrorist attack: Why PCB didn't show solidarity?

Peshawar terrorist attack: Why PCB didn't show solidarity?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

When they could postpone a day's play in the third Test against New Zealand after the sad demise of Australian, Phil Hughes, this was a much bigger tragedy.

Juvenile convict in Dec 16 gang rape is now a cook

Juvenile convict in Dec 16 gang rape is now a cook

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Often portrayed as the 'most brutal' face of that fateful night's violence, he is said to be oblivious of the latest developments in the case.

How IIT-Madras is helping start-ups survive

How IIT-Madras is helping start-ups survive

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

The institute's incubation cell claims the start up mortality rate in the incubators are lowest.

Tye knows he is a T20 specialist but still dreams of the Baggy Green

Tye knows he is a T20 specialist but still dreams of the Baggy Green

Rediff.com7 May 2018

A late bloomer, Tye has gone on to become an integral part of Australia's T20 set-up after making his international debut in January, 2016, at the age of 29.

Meet the judges who will deliver Ayodhya verdict

Meet the judges who will deliver Ayodhya verdict

Rediff.com30 Sep 2010

Their names have been splashed across the front pages of all national newspapers in the last two weeks. An entire nation is waiting with bated breath for their decision on the Ayodhya title suit. And the three judges of the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court will walk into court hall number 21 at 3.30 pm on Thursday to pronounce their verdict in the historic case.

'For a mother it was obviously a very joyous occasion'

'For a mother it was obviously a very joyous occasion'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

'Laluji is resting for some time, but he will surely act on his commitment and tour the entire nation to unite all the secular forces.' 'The Mahagatbandhan will work together to make the women of Bihar safe and secure.'

Afghanistan and Ireland join Test nations

Afghanistan and Ireland join Test nations

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Afghanistan and Ireland have been approved as Full Members by the ICC.

I-Day vision: 'Let's empower our children'

I-Day vision: 'Let's empower our children'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2010

'My vision for the future is that of a wholly child centric education system. We cannot afford to be the slaves of the past. We must keep ourselves in synch with the processes of change sweeping through the globe,' says Union HRD Minister Kapil Sibal

PM continued shooting for film after Pulwama attack: Congress

PM continued shooting for film after Pulwama attack: Congress

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

In his hunger for power, the prime minister has forgotten raj dharma, the Congress alleged.

'Happy Amitabh Bachchan Day to all'

'Happy Amitabh Bachchan Day to all'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

Celebirites wish Big B on his 75th birthday.

Jaguar cars can 'purify' air! CSE slams comment

Jaguar cars can 'purify' air! CSE slams comment

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

'Air they suck in is far dirtier than the air which comes out of it.'

CM Raje cancels Punjab visit citing backache, avoids meeting Amit Shah

CM Raje cancels Punjab visit citing backache, avoids meeting Amit Shah

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

Amid raging Lalitgate row, Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje on Friday cancelled her visit to Punjab where she would have come face-to-face with Bharatiya Janata Party president Amit Shah for the first time since the damaging revelations.

'Kasab has realised the inevitability of his fate'

'Kasab has realised the inevitability of his fate'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2010

26/11 attacks prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam speaks about the unique trial of Ajmal Kasab and two other accused in the case.

5-day state mourning for Mandela in India

5-day state mourning for Mandela in India

Rediff.com6 Dec 2013

The government on Friday announced a five-day state mourning as a mark of respect to Nelson Mandela.

I'm sorry, but nobody takes Rahul seriously: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

I'm sorry, but nobody takes Rahul seriously: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

"Rahul Gandhi finds it hard to believe how Modiji has become such a miracle and that is why he keeps on attacking him, though nobody takes him seriously and his comments are not worth answering. Modiji is Modiji," said Chouhan, the three-time Bharatiya Janata Party chief minister of Madhya Pradesh.

Mamata magic and Duronto trains

Mamata magic and Duronto trains

Rediff.com16 Sep 2009

A look into Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee's Duronto trains.

Bigg Boss: 'If there was no jodi concept, I 'd have lasted longer'

Bigg Boss: 'If there was no jodi concept, I 'd have lasted longer'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

'I have a very strong presence of mind. If someone is planning to target me, I will not give them an opportunity. I didn't know Kriti's weaknesses, so I was disappointed with the pairing.'

Irani terms Congress-DMK alliance as unholy, brings up 2G scam

Irani terms Congress-DMK alliance as unholy, brings up 2G scam

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Union Minister Smriti Irani on Friday described the Congress-Dravida Munetra Kazhagam alliance for the May 16 Assembly polls in Tamil Nadu as an "unholy" one while bringing up the 2G spectrum allocation scam.

Younis Khan is a dictator: PCB official

Younis Khan is a dictator: PCB official

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

By and large, Younis Khan may enjoy the sympathy of the entire nation after dramatically quitting the Pakistan cricket captain's post but the player clearly doesn't have full backing of the cricket board and his team-mates.

Pak army kills 120 suspected terrorists in N Waziristan

Pak army kills 120 suspected terrorists in N Waziristan

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

The Pakistan army killed at least 120 suspected terrorists in the North Waziristan tribal region during the Zarb-e-Azb operation.