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President Kovind donates Rs 5 lakh for Ram Temple

President Kovind donates Rs 5 lakh for Ram Temple

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Talking about the donation received by VHP from President Kovind, Alok Kumar said, "He is the first citizen of the country. So we went to him to initiate this drive and he met us with his family and donated a sum of Rs 5,00,100 and gave his good wishes for the success of the mission."

Who cares for Bhima Koregaon Commission?

Who cares for Bhima Koregaon Commission?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

'We want the Commission to finish its work; the issue it is investigating is too crucial for its work to be left incomplete.'

2 Scindia loyalists return as ministers in MP

2 Scindia loyalists return as ministers in MP

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Governor Anandiben Patel administered the oath of office to Tulsiram Silawat and Govind Rajput, who returned to the cabinet after a gap of more than two months.

What was Lalettan doing in New Jersey?

What was Lalettan doing in New Jersey?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

Reader Bhargav Govind sends us a picture from New Jersey.

Potluck review

Potluck review

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Things may seem too nice to be tru,e but the affable energy of its harmonious cast makes Potluck a rare light watch on the desi OTT scene, feels Sukanya Verma.

Gehlot allocates portfolios, retains home, finance

Gehlot allocates portfolios, retains home, finance

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

The 15 ministers were sworn in on Sunday for the expanded Gehlot cabinet, fulfilling a key demand of former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot whose rebellion last year shook the state's Congress government.

Resort politics begins in MP as BJP lodges MLAs in Gurugram

Resort politics begins in MP as BJP lodges MLAs in Gurugram

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Congress MLAs will likely to leave for Jaipur from Bhopal on Wednesday.

BJP asks MLAs not to skip assembly for Raje's tour

BJP asks MLAs not to skip assembly for Raje's tour

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

The Bharatiya Janata Party in Rajasthan called up MLAs considered close to Vasundhara Raje to ensure their presence at Monday's assembly proceedings, party sources said amid concerns that they could instead opt for events connected with the former chief minister's 'temple yatra'.

Bappida celebrates 50 years of music!

Bappida celebrates 50 years of music!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

Happy birthday Bappida!

Gehlot plans assembly session to discuss farm laws

Gehlot plans assembly session to discuss farm laws

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

"We would like to hold a discussion on the farm bills in the assembly and see what rights the state has. "We are examining possibilities. Soon, people will come to know what benefit the government can provide," Gehlot said.

Police complaint filed against Kangana, effigy set on fire

Police complaint filed against Kangana, effigy set on fire

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

The firestorm that Kangana Ranaut kicked with her comment that the Independence India won in 1947 was bheek intensified on Friday with leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party and other parties demanding action against the actor even as a complaint was filed against her while some people took to the streets to burn her effigies.

PIX: Ranveer-Deepika kiss at Chhapaak screening

PIX: Ranveer-Deepika kiss at Chhapaak screening

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Ahead of the film's release, the makers of Chhapaak hosted a special screening for their families and colleagues.

Have no fear, say those going to be vaccinated first in MP

Have no fear, say those going to be vaccinated first in MP

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

The inoculation drive will start at 10.30 am at 150 centers across the state on Saturday along with the rest of the country, Madhya Pradesh Health Minister Dr Prabhuram Choudhary said.

Will finish term, come back after polls: Gehlot

Will finish term, come back after polls: Gehlot

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

Amid internal rumblings in the Punjab and Chhattisgarh Congress, Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot on Saturday said his government will complete its full five-year tenure.

Good roads cause accidents: Karnataka deputy CM

Good roads cause accidents: Karnataka deputy CM

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

Good roads and not the bad roads are responsible for accidents. If you see our highways, vehicles move at a speed of 100 kmph or 120 kmph, the deputy chief minister said.

Like Neena Gupta's mini dress?

Like Neena Gupta's mini dress?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

The actress, who just recently posted, 'Google walo ab toh meri umar kam karke likh do,' has been looking trendier ever since she got herself that slick hairstyle.

Cong to protest outside all Raj Bhawans, but not in Jaipur

Cong to protest outside all Raj Bhawans, but not in Jaipur

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

State Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasara said in a tweet, 'Tomorrow, Congress workers will protest in front of Raj Bhawans as part of 'Save Democracy-Save Constitution' agitation call. But, in Rajasthan we will not do anything like that.'

Just how SUCCESSFUL is Salman's cop act?

Just how SUCCESSFUL is Salman's cop act?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

It seems that Salman loves playing a cop; he's played one in eight films already, and will make it a 10 with his next two releases.

Is Rakhi Sawant the 'best item dancer'?

Is Rakhi Sawant the 'best item dancer'?

Rediff.com13 May 2019

Awards and rewards...

PM to attend Aug 5 bhoomi pujan: Ayodhya trust member

PM to attend Aug 5 bhoomi pujan: Ayodhya trust member

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Talking to reporters in Pune, Swami Govind Devgiri Maharaj also said all chief ministers must be invited for the ceremony. "The PM has agreed to come to Ayodhya on August 5 for the 'bhoomi pujan' of Ram temple. He will be there for one-and-a-half hours.

Amid chants of 'Jai Shri Ram', MP passes law against 'love jihad'

Amid chants of 'Jai Shri Ram', MP passes law against 'love jihad'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

The Madhya Pradesh Assembly on Monday passed a bill that penalises religious conversion through marriage or any other fraudulent means and provides for a prison sentence of up to 10 years.

Parl panel on home affairs meets for record 5 hrs on Covid management

Parl panel on home affairs meets for record 5 hrs on Covid management

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Officials said several witnesses were heard on the impact of the pandemic. They added that this was the longest meeting of the panel without a break so far.

Chouhan expands cabinet, rewards 2 Cong rebels

Chouhan expands cabinet, rewards 2 Cong rebels

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

The swearing-in ceremony, attended by Chouhan, was kept low-key in view of the coronavirus-induced lockdown. Social distancing norms were followed at the ceremony.

PIX: Stars watch Manoj Bajpayee's 'toughest role'

PIX: Stars watch Manoj Bajpayee's 'toughest role'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Film folk step out for a movie.

Rajasthan priest set on fire by land grabbers, dies

Rajasthan priest set on fire by land grabbers, dies

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

The five accused allegedly poured petrol on Babu Lal Vaishnav and set him on fire in Bukna village on Wednesday. He was referred to the SMS hospital in Jaipur in a critical condition. Vaishnav succumbed to injuries on Thursday night.

'CBI has still not nabbed mastermind behind my father's murder'

'CBI has still not nabbed mastermind behind my father's murder'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

'If timely action was taken by the CBI, the other three murders could have been prevented.'

'I can't survive without acting'

'I can't survive without acting'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

'If I don't act for a week I become edgy, restless and moody.' Subhash K Jha salutes Manoj Bajpayee, actor extraordinaire, on his 53rd birthday.

Ahemadabad horror: Father sets two young daughters on fire

Ahemadabad horror: Father sets two young daughters on fire

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

A father of five burnt alive two of his daughters after pouring petrol on them near the Ahmedabad police CID office.

Quiz: Who recommended Fardeen Khan for Dev?

Quiz: Who recommended Fardeen Khan for Dev?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

Geetika Sharma suicide: Gopal Kanda's brother arrested

Geetika Sharma suicide: Gopal Kanda's brother arrested

Rediff.com18 Aug 2012

Delhi Police on Friday night arrested the brother of former Haryana minister Gopal Kanda, who is accused of abetting the suicide of his former employee Geetika Sharma, for protecting him.

Crypto currency investors hit hard by RBI diktat to banks

Crypto currency investors hit hard by RBI diktat to banks

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

'As an investor, I either have to exit my investments in the next three months or use dark pools or cash to transact. For a normal investor, it will be almost impossible to transact in bitcoin and other digital currencies.'

Salman, Kareena, Bachchans condole with Ajay Devgn, Kajol

Salman, Kareena, Bachchans condole with Ajay Devgn, Kajol

Rediff.com31 May 2019

The prayer service for Veeruji, who passed into the ages on May 27, was held at ISKCON, in Juhu, north west Mumbai.

'It won't be good for social health of Maharashtra'

'It won't be good for social health of Maharashtra'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

If the Bhima Koregaon commission is terminated before completing its work, the people affected by the violence 'would feel cheated'.

PIX: Neil's day out with wife, daughter

PIX: Neil's day out with wife, daughter

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit hosted a wedding reception for his daughter Shaarika and son-in-law Tapas in Mumbai over the weekend.

Sreesanth likely to play for Kerala

Sreesanth likely to play for Kerala

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Named among probables for Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament.

Don't miss! Jaya Bachchan's amazing performances

Don't miss! Jaya Bachchan's amazing performances

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

As Jaya Bachchan turns 73 today, Subhash K Jha remembers her lesser known performances.

Opposition attacks UP govt over proposed population bill

Opposition attacks UP govt over proposed population bill

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

The 40-page policy document mentions that "attempts would be made to ensure there is a population balance among various communities in the state. Extensive campaigns would be run in communities, groups, and geographical areas where fertility rates were higher."

Sharad Yadav-led faction working on 'grand alliance' in MP

Sharad Yadav-led faction working on 'grand alliance' in MP

Rediff.com3 Jun 2018

The Congress, out of power in Madhya Pradesh for nearly 15 years, has also expressed its willingness to align with like-minded parties to take on the BJP.

The legend who built India's first radio telescope

The legend who built India's first radio telescope

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Even after five decades of use, the telescope at Ooty that Dr Govind Swarup designed and built continues to be the largest single frequency radio telescope in the world.

SIT: Waghmare killed Lankesh; same gun used in Pansare, Kalburgi murder

SIT: Waghmare killed Lankesh; same gun used in Pansare, Kalburgi murder

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

The official said the organisation, composed of people drawn from Hindu right groups, had around 60 members spread across at least five states but had no name.