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'Humiliated' Mamata storms out of meeting with CEC

'Humiliated' Mamata storms out of meeting with CEC

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, along with families affected by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, met with the Chief Election Commissioner to voice their concerns and demand a halt to the revision process.

2026: Movies Coming Up For Release

2026: Movies Coming Up For Release

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Featuring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Varun Dhawan, Emraan Hashmi...

All 14 ISL clubs give written nod for Feb 14 start

All 14 ISL clubs give written nod for Feb 14 start

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The top-tier ISL will feature 91 matches on a home-and-away basis.

Mr Modi Goes To Church!

Mr Modi Goes To Church!

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

On Christmas Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas morning service at the Cathedral Church of the Redemption in New Delhi along with a large congregation of Christians from Delhi and north India.

Laddu adulteration just tip of iceberg: Pawan Kalyan

Laddu adulteration just tip of iceberg: Pawan Kalyan

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has said that the laddu adulteration issue is just a tip of the iceberg and there are many more decisions taken during the previous regime that have to be investigated.

Maha civic polls: Mumbai set for high-stakes battle as campaigning ends

Maha civic polls: Mumbai set for high-stakes battle as campaigning ends

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Campaigning for the elections to 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra has ended, with the battle for Mumbai's BMC taking center stage. Key political players are vying for control, with a focus on Marathi and Hindu voters.

Kremlin Didn't Know About Modi Gesture

Kremlin Didn't Know About Modi Gesture

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

The Russians have termed Putin's visit to India, his first to this country since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine war, as 'Druzhba Dosti', which means 'friendship' in Russian and Hindi respectively.

Modi and Putin: Hug in airport, ride in car, dinner at 7, LKM

Modi and Putin: Hug in airport, ride in car, dinner at 7, LKM

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for a two-day visit focused on strengthening ties with India, including defense cooperation and trade, amidst a changing geopolitical landscape.

ISL Crisis Reaches Sports Minister's Doorsteps!

ISL Crisis Reaches Sports Minister's Doorsteps!

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

ISL, I-League clubs to meet Sports Minister after talks with AIFF chief Chaubey fail to end deadlock

'Keeping Modi-Shah Away From Mumbai Was Deliberate'

'Keeping Modi-Shah Away From Mumbai Was Deliberate'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'It would have polarised the Marathi-non Marathi divide further. 'Fadnavis had a very clear strategy: Let all Marathi people campaign for us (the BJP), and whatever results we get will be delivered by Marathi people only.'

ISL: 'Players will have to make sacrifices or else...'

ISL: 'Players will have to make sacrifices or else...'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Bengaluru FC owner Parth Jindal on Wednesday called on the players to "make sacrifices" in view of the financial burden the club will shoulder to participate in the delayed Indian Super League.

India, UAE seal defence pact, set $200 bn trade target

India, UAE seal defence pact, set $200 bn trade target

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Under the defence partnership, India and the UAE are eyeing defence industrial collaboration and cooperation in advanced technologies, cyberspace training, special operations, interoperability of their militaries and counter terrorism.

BJP vs Thackeray cousins: All eyes on BMC showdown

BJP vs Thackeray cousins: All eyes on BMC showdown

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Maharashtra heads to the polls for 29 municipal corporations, with Mumbai's BMC election taking center stage as the BJP-led Mahayuti faces off against the Thackeray front. Key issues include promises for women, pollution control, and the city's financial health.

SC directs public display of voter discrepancies in Bengal

SC directs public display of voter discrepancies in Bengal

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to display the names of those on the 'logical discrepancies' list at various public offices in West Bengal, addressing concerns about irregularities in the voter rolls.

'If I were home minister...' : Pawan Kalyan picks on ally TDP

'If I were home minister...' : Pawan Kalyan picks on ally TDP

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Monday expressed concern over the law and order situation in the state and said if he was the state home minister, 'things would be different', remarks seen as direct criticism of Vangalapudi Anitha, who is holding the department currently.

Bank returns 57 lakh to TMC MP that was stolen in fraud

Bank returns 57 lakh to TMC MP that was stolen in fraud

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

The money that was allegedly siphoned by fraudsters from Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee's dormant account with a nationalised bank earlier this week has been credited back to him by the bank authorities, the politician said.

Uddhav Sena, MNS to announce tie-up for BMC polls on Wednesday

Uddhav Sena, MNS to announce tie-up for BMC polls on Wednesday

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

The Shiv Sena (UBT) and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) are expected to announce an alliance for the upcoming Mumbai civic elections. The announcement is expected to be made at a press conference on Wednesday.

Delhi HC steps in to protect Sunil Gavaskar

Delhi HC steps in to protect Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Sunil Gavaskar approached the high court, seeking to prevent the unauthorised use of his name, images, persona and likeness by social media platforms and e-commerce websites, and to protect his personality rights.

ISL 2025-26: 13 teams confirm participation

ISL 2025-26: 13 teams confirm participation

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

13 clubs have confirmed for truncated ISL, AIFF hoping for Odisha FC to join: sources

How The Action Was Shot In They Call Him OG

How The Action Was Shot In They Call Him OG

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'This film had many weapons, car chases, blasts, katana action, Japanese fighters, fire and fist fights...'

BJP-led Mahayuti clinches 25 of 29 Maha civic bodies

BJP-led Mahayuti clinches 25 of 29 Maha civic bodies

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Breaking the nearly three-decade-old dominance of the undivided Shiv Sena, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday emerged victorious in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, and also vanquished the alliance of Nationalist Congress Party factions led by Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar in the Pune civic body.

'There Is Only One Religion'

'There Is Only One Religion'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan attended Sri Satya Sai Baba's birth centenary celebrations in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, and reflected on his teachings and principles.

TMC MP files counter FIR against Bengal Governor

TMC MP files counter FIR against Bengal Governor

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The face-off between Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee and West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose intensified further on Wednesday after the politician lodged a counter-complaint against the state's Constitutional head at the Hare Street Police Station within 24 hours of the latter having filed a first information report (FIR) against the former at the same PS.

Curacao's World Cup qualification sparks India football debate in RS

Curacao's World Cup qualification sparks India football debate in RS

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

India's footballing future was discussed in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday by Congress member Jose K Mani, as he cited tiny Dutch-Caribbean island Curacao's World Cup qualification to ask Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya about the long-term plan for sport in the country that is on a downward spiral.

Such a mess! Chaubey & Co get an earful from minister

Such a mess! Chaubey & Co get an earful from minister

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

After marathon meetings with stakeholders, Mandaviya promises end to Indian football "stalemate"

PMO complex renamed as 'Seva Teerth' to emphasise service

PMO complex renamed as 'Seva Teerth' to emphasise service

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The new complex housing the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) will be called 'Seva Teerth', officials said. The renaming reflects a shift towards service-oriented governance and a focus on duty and transparency.

Meet Modi's new family member, 'Deepjyoti' at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg

Meet Modi's new family member, 'Deepjyoti' at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Modi also shared a video of himself spending time with the calf at his residence.

'Devendra Fadnavis Is King of Kings'

'Devendra Fadnavis Is King of Kings'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'If the BJP had contested all 227 seats, I believe they would have managed to secure a majority on their own.'

EC dismisses Trinamool charge of SIR-related deaths

EC dismisses Trinamool charge of SIR-related deaths

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

A Trinamool Congress delegation on Friday alleged before the Election Commission top brass that around 40 SIR-related deaths had occurred in West Bengal so far, a charge junked by the poll authority.

2 more BLOs die, outrage over 'work load' intensifies

2 more BLOs die, outrage over 'work load' intensifies

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

This is the fourth such death reported in the state since the exercise began on November 4, sparking a political blame game.

Bengal Guv leads search at Raj Bhavan after TMC's arms stash charges

Bengal Guv leads search at Raj Bhavan after TMC's arms stash charges

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose led a search operation at the Raj Bhavan following allegations by a TMC MP that arms and ammunition were stored there.

ISL clubs warn AIFF: 'Fix rules or hand us the League'

ISL clubs warn AIFF: 'Fix rules or hand us the League'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Twelve Indian Super League (ISL) clubs on Thursday urged the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to amend the "commercially restrictive" clauses of its constitution during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on December 20, in another reminder that the domestic game may collapse if immediate steps are not taken.

ISL on hold: Govt calls emergency talks to save football

ISL on hold: Govt calls emergency talks to save football

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

The latest crisis emerged after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) could not find a new commercial partner for the conduct of domestic league, including the top-tier Indian Super League.

YSRC leader changes name after failing to defeat Pawan Kalyan

YSRC leader changes name after failing to defeat Pawan Kalyan

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Senior Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party leader Mudragada Padmanabham has officially changed his name to 'Padmanabha Reddy', fulfilling his pledge made during the election campaign, after he failed to ensure the defeat of Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan in the recently concluded assembly polls.

'After 2 Decades Of Dedication, What More Does The Party Expect?'

'After 2 Decades Of Dedication, What More Does The Party Expect?'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'When a grassroots worker has laboured day and night for the organisation, does the party not have a responsibility to recognise and uplift such workers?'

SC clears AIFF draft, spares Indian football FIFA ban

SC clears AIFF draft, spares Indian football FIFA ban

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The ruling means no fresh elections will be held, a move vital for Indian football since a mid-term poll could have triggered FIFA's wrath and another suspension for "third-party interference."

AIFF implements SC order banning dual posts

AIFF implements SC order banning dual posts

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Acting on the directive of the Supreme Court, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Monday adopted the contentious clause of the new constitution that prohibits its office-bearers from holding dual posts in the national body and state units.

The Film That Topped The Box Office

The Film That Topped The Box Office

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

They Call Him OG topped the gross domestic box office collection with Rs 224 crore (Rs 2.24 billion).

BJP's poaching: Sena ministers skip cabinet, Fadnavis brings truce

BJP's poaching: Sena ministers skip cabinet, Fadnavis brings truce

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Most Shiv Sena ministers in Maharashtra's BJP-led government were absent from a cabinet meeting, signaling tensions over defections between the parties. Only Deputy CM Eknath Shinde attended. Sena ministers later met with the Chief Minister to express their displeasure.

'Insult to Bapu': Oppn MPs protest against G RAM G bill

'Insult to Bapu': Oppn MPs protest against G RAM G bill

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticizes the government's proposed bill to replace MGNREGA, arguing it weakens the guaranteed 100 days of employment for the poor and centralizes control over the scheme.