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Why Uddhav's council entry won't end Maha tug of war

Why Uddhav's council entry won't end Maha tug of war

Rediff.com13 May 2020

The temporary Maharashtra crisis might be over in a few weeks. But the permanent crisis -- the Sena's relationship with its friends old and new -- remains.

Devotees burst into ecstasy as SC allows Rath Yatra

Devotees burst into ecstasy as SC allows Rath Yatra

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Chants of 'Jai Jagannath' rent the air all over as the news about the Supreme Court giving its nod for holding the world famous car festival in the pilgrim town reached the state bringing cheers among people, irrespective of caste, creed and religion.

Happy with the Supreme Court judgement; I stand vindicated: Modi

Happy with the Supreme Court judgement; I stand vindicated: Modi

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

Claiming to have been vindicated after the Supreme Court barred N Srinivsan from contesting BCCI Presidential elections owing to conflict of interest, sacked IPL commissioner Lalit Modi said the verdict will clean up corruption in the game.

Former Union minister Jaswant Singh passes away

Former Union minister Jaswant Singh passes away

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

Singh, a former Army officer, had been ill after a fall at his home in August 2014 and was admitted to the Army Research and Referral Hospital. He had been in and out of the hospital and was admitted again in June this year.

BCCI appoints Markandey Katju to interact with Lodha Panel

BCCI appoints Markandey Katju to interact with Lodha Panel

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

The Board of Control for Cricket in India appointed former Supreme Court judge Markandey Katju as the head of a four-member legal panel to help the BCCI understand the implications of the Justice Lodha Committee reforms, which have been made mandatory by the apex court.

CoA Meeting: BCCI reduces its complimentary passes to half

CoA Meeting: BCCI reduces its complimentary passes to half

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

The Committee of Administrators, on Saturday, sanctioned 600 extra complimentary tickets from BCCI's share to the staging units for the remainder of the West Indies series after multiple associations expressed their displeasure.

Jayant Sinha clarifies on row over felicitating lynching convicts

Jayant Sinha clarifies on row over felicitating lynching convicts

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

The minister further said that he has full faith in our judiciary and that those who are innocent would be spared while the guilty would be appropriately punished.

Olympians Sakshi, Karmakar receive Padma honours

Olympians Sakshi, Karmakar receive Padma honours

Rediff.com13 Apr 2017

Gymnast Dipa Karmakar and discus thrower Vikas Gowda were the other sport spersons to receive the honour on Thursday.

Don't use subsidies disbursed by BCCI: Lodha to state bodies

Don't use subsidies disbursed by BCCI: Lodha to state bodies

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

The Supreme Court appointed Justice RM Lodha panel, in an e-mail communication to all state association, has strictly instructed them not to "transfer or disturb" the recent funds disbursed as infrastructural subsidy.

What CBI Director told the Supreme Court on Friday

What CBI Director told the Supreme Court on Friday

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

The text of the affidavit relating to coal allocation scam filed by Central Bureau of Investigation Director Ranjit Sinha in Supreme Court on Friday

K'taka floor test: SC to hear plea against pro tem speaker appointment

K'taka floor test: SC to hear plea against pro tem speaker appointment

Rediff.com18 May 2018

The Congress, in its application termed the governor's action as a "brazen unconstitutional" act to appoint "a junior MLA as the pro tem speaker.

'Mumbai is a very harsh, lonely place for newcomers'

'Mumbai is a very harsh, lonely place for newcomers'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

Sidharth Malhotra gets candid. Bollywood's newest prince charming talks about his student years, his acting debut and more.

Tendulkar, Dravid, Ganguly to select India's new coach

Tendulkar, Dravid, Ganguly to select India's new coach

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

The trio, according to sources, will provide input to BCCI president Jagmohan Dalmiya and secretary Anurag Thakur, who were on Sunday entrusted with the job of finding the new coach at the Board of Control for Cricket in India's Working Committee meeting in Kolkata.

CJI recuses from hearing Dec 16 convict's review plea

CJI recuses from hearing Dec 16 convict's review plea

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The CJI said one of his relatives had earlier appeared on behalf of the victim's mother in the case and observed that it would be appropriate that some other bench hear the review plea at 10:30 am.

Former chief justice Kapadia joins BSE

Former chief justice Kapadia joins BSE

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

He is appointed as a public interest director.

KG Basin issue: Court's notice to RIL, others

KG Basin issue: Court's notice to RIL, others

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Based on a petition filed by Palem Srikanth Reddy, president of the Jana Palana Party, a division bench comprising justices G Rohini and T Sunil Chowdary issued notices and posted the matter on April 2 for further hearing.

No talks with terrorism: Sushma reiterates tough stand on Pakistan

No talks with terrorism: Sushma reiterates tough stand on Pakistan

Rediff.com28 May 2018

"We are always ready for talks with Pakistan but with a caveat that terror and talks cannot go together... There cannot be a comprehensive dialogue till Pakistan shuns terror," the minister said while addressing a press conference at the completion of four years in power of the Narendra Modi-led government.

Manipur Govt grants Mary Kom land for boxing academy

Manipur Govt grants Mary Kom land for boxing academy

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

London Olympics bronze-medallist M C Mary Kom has finally been alloted the plot of land promised to her by the Manipur government to expand her boxing academy.

Pak EC issues disqualification notice to Gilani

Pak EC issues disqualification notice to Gilani

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

The Election Commission of Pakistan on Tuesday issued a formal notice disqualifying Yousuf Raza Gilani as a member of Parliament, hours after the Supreme Court ordered it to do so.

3 secret tips to minimise investment, maximise returns

3 secret tips to minimise investment, maximise returns

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Most investment costs are bundled in with the financial product, and are often hidden in fine print, warns Erik Hon.

Modi, Shah greet Fadnavis on becoming CM for 2nd time

Modi, Shah greet Fadnavis on becoming CM for 2nd time

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

Taking to Twitter, Modi said, "Congratulations to @Dev_Fadnavis Ji and @AjitPawarSpeaks Ji on taking oath as the CM and Deputy CM of Maharashtra respectively. I am confident they will work diligently for the bright future of Maharashtra."

Telangana's Durishetty Anudeep tops civil services exam 2017

Telangana's Durishetty Anudeep tops civil services exam 2017

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

Anu Kumari and Sachin Gupta stood second and third respectively, the Union Public Service Commission announced on Friday.

Mulayam, Iftikhar Choudhary to be honoured in London

Mulayam, Iftikhar Choudhary to be honoured in London

Rediff.com14 May 2012

Yadav and Chaudhry will be presented the awards on May 28 at a ceremony in London by Right Hon'ble Lord Phillips, President of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom.

K'taka: Governor rejects Bannurmath's name as Lokayukta

K'taka: Governor rejects Bannurmath's name as Lokayukta

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

The Karnataka government will have to restart its lookout for a new Lokayukta after the Governor formally rejected the name of Justice S R Bannurmath on Monday.

National Film Awards: Prez can spare only 1 hr; winners upset

National Film Awards: Prez can spare only 1 hr; winners upset

Rediff.com3 May 2018

'They are not called the President's National Awards for no reason.'

Opposition's letter to RS Chairman Shekhawat

Opposition's letter to RS Chairman Shekhawat

Rediff.com14 Aug 2003

Oppn letter to RS Chairman Shekhawat

Fouaad Mirza confident of Olympic qualification despite setback

Fouaad Mirza confident of Olympic qualification despite setback

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

An injury to his preferred horse has jeopardised Fouaad Mirza's qualification chances for the Tokyo Games but the double Asian Games silver medallist is confident of making the cut for the Olympics in the equestrian event.

Honda set to 'Amaze' Indian buyers

Honda set to 'Amaze' Indian buyers

Rediff.com10 Nov 2012

The model will be equipped with a petrol engine in Thailand.

ASK AJIT: 'Want to invest Rs 20 lakh in 10-12 stocks'

ASK AJIT: 'Want to invest Rs 20 lakh in 10-12 stocks'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

FM prods PSBs to implement 'Aatmanirbhar' relief package

FM prods PSBs to implement 'Aatmanirbhar' relief package

Rediff.com22 May 2020

The finance minister has emphasised on the quick disbursal of additional loans to MSMEs, to simplify process, formats and documentation.

Why Airtel has delayed announcing Q2 results

Why Airtel has delayed announcing Q2 results

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Airtel, Vodafone-Idea and other telecom operators may have to pay the government a whopping Rs 1.42 lakh crore following the Supreme Court order last week that sent shock waves through an industry already grappling with billions of dollars in debt and an intense tariff war to retain customers.

Coronavirus: Cong welcomes decision to cut MPs' salaries

Coronavirus: Cong welcomes decision to cut MPs' salaries

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

'Dear PM, INC supports the salary cut for MPs. Please note that MPLAD is meant to execute developmental works in the constituency. Suspending it is a huge disservice to the constituents and will undermine the role and functions of MP,' Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said on Twitter.

ISL final fracas: FC Goa fined Rs 11 crore; owners banned

ISL final fracas: FC Goa fined Rs 11 crore; owners banned

Rediff.com5 May 2016

The five-member Regulatory Commission of the Indian Super League met in Mumbai over the three days, in continuation of its earlier sittings since February 2016, to hear the submissions of the respective parties in the matter of Football Sports Development Limited vs FC Goa; FC Goa vs Chennaiyin FC; FC Goa vs Elano Blumer and Chennaiyin FC vs FC Goa.

Padmavati: Shotgun questions silence of Bollywood biggies, PM, Irani

Padmavati: Shotgun questions silence of Bollywood biggies, PM, Irani

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

'How come our I and B Minister or our most popular Hon'ble PM (according to PEW) are maintaining stoic silence. High time!' he said.

Delhi HC restrains Metro staff from going on midnight strike

Delhi HC restrains Metro staff from going on midnight strike

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

The Delhi government had earlier threatened to impose the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) to ensure smooth functioning of the Metro and appealed to the employees not to resort to strike.

Indian diplomat Abhay K to release his book of poems

Indian diplomat Abhay K to release his book of poems

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

Poet, artist and award-winning diplomat Abhay K will release his second book of poems Remains Thursday, June 28.

Japan chief questioned over Tokyo bid payment, claims report

Japan chief questioned over Tokyo bid payment, claims report

Rediff.com8 Feb 2017

Tokyo prosecutors have questioned the president of the Japan Olympic Committee over controversial payments made to a Singaporean consulting firm during the bidding for the 2020 Summer Games, Kyodo News agency reported on Wednesday.

DU admissions: No 100 per cent cut offs this year

DU admissions: No 100 per cent cut offs this year

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

The upper limit cut off for Hindu College being the highest at 99.25 per cent, the cut offs for popular courses like Economics and BCom (hons) have increased marginally across leading colleges in the university this year.

COLUMN: P Chidambaram as FM? PM hits a new low!

COLUMN: P Chidambaram as FM? PM hits a new low!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2012

As a sentinel of the nation's finances, he failed to prevent the loot of our exchequer

'UP's love jihad law legalises criminal intimidation, regressive attitudes'

'UP's love jihad law legalises criminal intimidation, regressive attitudes'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

'Whom do I want to marry and what decisions I make for marrying the person I love are totally personal decisions, in which neither the State nor the courts have any right to interfere.'