News for '-jantar-mantar'

PhD student found dead in JNU hostel room

PhD student found dead in JNU hostel room

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

The deceased identified as J R Philemon, native of Senapti district in Manipur, was found dead in room no 171 of the Brahmaputra Hostel, police said.

Expelled AAP MLA Binny ends strike in 5 hours, warns of major stir

Expelled AAP MLA Binny ends strike in 5 hours, warns of major stir

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

"It cannot be more unfortunate than the fact that you need somebody to make you realise the promises you have made to the public and you end up expelling that person from the party," the Laxmi Nagar MLA told reporters soon after he was expelled from the party.

Gauri Lankesh would have been alive if she hadn't written against RSS: BJP MLA

Gauri Lankesh would have been alive if she hadn't written against RSS: BJP MLA

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

Jeevaraj's speech has come at a time when the police are still unsure of the motives behind Gauri's murder.

PHOTOS: Wearing 'Kanhaiya' T-shirts, students march for JNU leader's release

PHOTOS: Wearing 'Kanhaiya' T-shirts, students march for JNU leader's release

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Thousands of students from universities and colleges across Delhi staged a massive protest in New Delhi on Thursday.

PM should announce date for implementation of OROP: Rahul

PM should announce date for implementation of OROP: Rahul

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

Accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not fulfilling his promises, Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on demanded a definite date for implementing the long-pending One-Rank-One-Pension for ex-servicemen as he joined their agitation in New Delhi.

Taj Mahal emerges as top Google Street View destination

Taj Mahal emerges as top Google Street View destination

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Taj Mahal is popular among virtual travellers.

PHOTOS: Students march for Rohith, JNU; Rahul, Kejriwal join them

PHOTOS: Students march for Rohith, JNU; Rahul, Kejriwal join them

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

Thousands of students took to the streets demanding justice for Dalit scholar Rohith Vemula and protesting the Jawaharlal Nehru University crisis.

Hello ladies, it's your day

Hello ladies, it's your day

Rediff.com8 Mar 2015

Celebrating the Indian woman.

Socialist Davids versus MNC Goliaths

Socialist Davids versus MNC Goliaths

Rediff.com19 Sep 2003

Centre stops AAP govt's doorstep delivery of rations

Centre stops AAP govt's doorstep delivery of rations

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

The central government on Friday stopped the doorstep delivery of ration scheme MMGGRY (Mukhya Mantri Ghar Ghar Ration Yojana) of the Delhi government, scheduled to be launched on March 25.

Modi hits back at Nitish; calls grand alliance '3 Idiots'

Modi hits back at Nitish; calls grand alliance '3 Idiots'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Hitting back at Nitish Kumar, who on Monday mouthed a limerick set to a film song to attack him, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday likened JD(U)-RJD-Congress alliance to "three idiots", advised the chief minister to perfect the art of "Mushaira" and practise it at leisure after the Bihar polls.

Ex-armyman who committed suicide was a Congress worker: VK Singh

Ex-armyman who committed suicide was a Congress worker: VK Singh

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Earlier, Singh had said that the "mental state" of Grewal needed to be probed before drawing conclusions about his extreme action.

'Indian democracy faces an unprecedented challenge'

'Indian democracy faces an unprecedented challenge'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

'The larger intention is to create a political State where there is no opposition.'

'PFI crackdown doesn't mean all Muslims are terrorists'

'PFI crackdown doesn't mean all Muslims are terrorists'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

'Now that an extremist organisation like the PFI has been banned, it is time for the leaders to reach out to the minority community.' 'You need to have co-ordination between the State and the social fabric to send out the message that it is not directed at the community, and they should not feel vulnerable.'

'The only hope we have is the HIGHEST court'

'The only hope we have is the HIGHEST court'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

'If we get a hearing soon, I am hundred percent sure he would be a free man as they do not have any evidence against him.'

Protests turn violent in Delhi; cars torched

Protests turn violent in Delhi; cars torched

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

The national capital on Friday witnessed a wave of fresh protests with a car being set on fire during one of the several demonstrations by people in their thousands who took to the streets shouting anti-government slogans over the contentious citizenship law. The epicentre of the protest was the locality around the Jama Masjid where large number of people held a massive protest after the Friday prayers at the mosque defying prohibitory orders and police clampdown.

Kanhaiya does damage control, says will fight every 'massacre'

Kanhaiya does damage control, says will fight every 'massacre'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Under fire over his comments on 1984 anti-Sikh riots Jawaharlal Nehru University students union president Kanhaiya Kumar appeared to be in a damage control mode on Wednesday and said he will fight against every massacre.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Here's a recap of the events from the past 24 hours.

Don't elect 12th pass PM this time: Kejriwal's dig at Modi

Don't elect 12th pass PM this time: Kejriwal's dig at Modi

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

'Ambedkar made a Constitution which provided different powers to the state and central governments. Today Narendra Modi wants to destroy that Constitution'

Civic staff protests outside Kejriwal's residence, demands salaries

Civic staff protests outside Kejriwal's residence, demands salaries

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Besides salaries and arrears, the employees are seeking regularisation of contract-based employees and unification of the three corporations.

'Save Democracy' rally: Sonia, Rahul released after courting arrest

'Save Democracy' rally: Sonia, Rahul released after courting arrest

Rediff.com6 May 2016

A combative Congress president also hit out at the Centre saying it should not try to frighten them and that they 'would not allow democratic institutions to be weakened or destroyed'

Protests against Agnipath scheme turn violent; trains, vehicles torched

Protests against Agnipath scheme turn violent; trains, vehicles torched

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

Trains were set afire and blocked, and public vehicles attacked as protests over 'Agnipath' swept across several places in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi and Jammu on Thursday amid partisan political voices in favour and against the new recruitment scheme for the defence forces that has set off a firestorm.

Timeline: The year-long struggle against farm laws

Timeline: The year-long struggle against farm laws

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

The announcement made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday to repeal the three contentious farm laws is expected to bring to an end the year-long confrontation between the government and the farmers, which has left more than 700 dead in its wake.

Hathras: ED may probe if dubious funds used to fuel protests

Hathras: ED may probe if dubious funds used to fuel protests

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

The ED may soon register a money laundering case to probe if dubious funds were used for allegedly fuelling caste-based protests in the wake of the alleged gang-rape and death of a Dalit woman in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, officials said.

'We are apprehensive of your safety outside campus,' JNU tells students

'We are apprehensive of your safety outside campus,' JNU tells students

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Several hours before a protest march, the Jawaharlal Nehru University authorities appealed to its student fraternity to 'reconsider' on account of their safety.

When gun is mightier: 67 journos killed in 24 years in India

When gun is mightier: 67 journos killed in 24 years in India

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

Data shows at least 67 journalists were killed on the job in the past 25 years in the country.

All set for Trump to address desis in New Jersey

All set for Trump to address desis in New Jersey

Rediff.com13 Oct 2016

This is the first time a Presidential candidate is addressing the Hindu community, that too days before the election.

Ex-paramilitary personnel begin stir over demand for OROP

Ex-paramilitary personnel begin stir over demand for OROP

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Close to 300 of these veterans assembled at the protest site, very close to where a similar agitation is being held by the ex-servicemen of the armed forces for the prompt implementation of the OROP for them.

Anti-CAB protests: Jamia declares vacation till Jan 5

Anti-CAB protests: Jamia declares vacation till Jan 5

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

The Jamia Millia Islamia on Saturday declared vacation till January 5 and cancelled all exams in view of the tense situation in the university due to students' protest against the amended citizenship act.

Rahul made a joke of slain soldiers through 'khoon ki holi' remark: BJP

Rahul made a joke of slain soldiers through 'khoon ki holi' remark: BJP

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra said that Gandhi is an immature leader and his immaturity provided a handle to Pakistan today to accused India.

JNU case: Delhi police issues alert ahead of Kanhaiya's release

JNU case: Delhi police issues alert ahead of Kanhaiya's release

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Apprehending the possibility of "clashes" following the release of JNUSU president Kanhaiya Kumar, Delhi Police has issued an 'advisory' to all districts, traffic and PCR units asking them to maintain strict vigil, especially in and around JNU and Delhi University campuses.

Cabinet nod to ordinance to restore 200-point roster in varsities

Cabinet nod to ordinance to restore 200-point roster in varsities

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

The new system will consider the university or college as one unit, instead of treating department or subject as one unit.

Bharat Bandh on Sep 27: Sanyukt Kisan Morcha appeals for peace

Bharat Bandh on Sep 27: Sanyukt Kisan Morcha appeals for peace

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

Many non-NDA parties have extended support to the nationwide 10-hour strike on Monday called by farmers protesting against the three agri laws under the aegis of Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM).

Anti-CAA protests continue across country, cops maintain vigil

Anti-CAA protests continue across country, cops maintain vigil

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

A large number of people took out a 'solidarity march' in South Delhi on Sunday in support of Jamia Millia Islamia students and those facing police action during protests against the contentious law.

Kejriwal to lead first protest march since becoming CM

Kejriwal to lead first protest march since becoming CM

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will address an Aam Aadmy Party rally against the land Bill at Jantar Mantar and might also lead a march to Parliament on April 22.

OROP: Protesting veterans attempt to burn medals

OROP: Protesting veterans attempt to burn medals

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

High drama ensued at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Wednesday where two veterans tried to burn their medals in protest against the 'One Rank One Pension' (OROP) scheme announced by the government.

We are asking for our due, not begging for a favour, say ex-servicemen

We are asking for our due, not begging for a favour, say ex-servicemen

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Veterans bemoan the 'lack of intention' shown by the Modi sarkar, who seem to have reneged on their poll promise.

Saharanpur violence: Bhim Army founder Chandrashekhar aka Ravan arrested

Saharanpur violence: Bhim Army founder Chandrashekhar aka Ravan arrested

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Chandrasekhar was carrying a reward of Rs 12,000 on his head.

HC tells Delhi govt, police to reduce Afghan refugees at protest site

HC tells Delhi govt, police to reduce Afghan refugees at protest site

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

The Delhi high court on Friday directed the Delhi government and the police to ensure that the number of Afghan nationals, protesting outside the UNHCR office in New Delhi and seeking refugee status, is suitably reduced and they strictly follow Covid-19 appropriate protocol.

Does chakka jaam attract UAPA, asks Umar Khalid

Does chakka jaam attract UAPA, asks Umar Khalid

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Arguing his bail plea in the riots conspiracy case before additional sessions Judge Amitabh Rawat, his lawyer referred to the supplementary charge sheet filed in the case and said that the police wished to paint every accused with the same brush while adding tadka (flavour) to it.