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BJP ally calls Rakesh Tikait 'true patriot'

BJP ally calls Rakesh Tikait 'true patriot'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Jannayak Janta Party leader Digvijay Singh Chautala on Friday called farmer leader Rakesh Tikait a 'true patriot' and said he has always talked about farmers' interests.

Thick haze engulfs Delhi, air quality remains 'severe'

Thick haze engulfs Delhi, air quality remains 'severe'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

The overall air quality index was recorded at 426 which falls in the 'severe' category, according to data by the Central Pollution Control Board.

'Court shooters seemed like 21 year olds'

'Court shooters seemed like 21 year olds'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

'As the firing started everything went haywire.'

Downgraded from SPG cover, Sonia gets 10-year-old SUV

Downgraded from SPG cover, Sonia gets 10-year-old SUV

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Under SPG protection, Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi were using Range Rovers.

Several Muslims from Shaheen Bagh join Delhi BJP

Several Muslims from Shaheen Bagh join Delhi BJP

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

'Social worker Shahzad Ali, gynecologist Dr Mehreen, former Aam Aadmi Party worker Tabassum Hussain along with a large number of Muslim brothers and sisters joined the Bharatiya Janata Party,' said the Delhi BJP statement.

The IAF Air Warrior Skydiver Who Made History

The IAF Air Warrior Skydiver Who Made History

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

'I have only one life and that is enough.'

Girish Chandra Murmu assumes office as CAG

Girish Chandra Murmu assumes office as CAG

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

Murmu made and subscribed to the oath of office before President Ram Nath Kovind, according to a Rashtrapati Bhavan statement.

After student's suicide, LSR offers fee rebates, laptops on need

After student's suicide, LSR offers fee rebates, laptops on need

Rediff.com21 Nov 2020

Following the suicide of a student allegedly over financial constraints, the Lady Sri Ram College has announced reduction in fee for a few courses, setting up a committee to provide laptops and allowed some second-year students to reside in hostels.

Are Armed Forces READY for Gender Neutrality?

Are Armed Forces READY for Gender Neutrality?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Women as officers in combat and other support roles are a reality. We better accept this and prepare ourselves to employ women in deserved roles across the organisation, says Air Marshal P V Athawale, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (retd).

We value consensus, don't believe in political untouchability: PM

We value consensus, don't believe in political untouchability: PM

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

Addressing Bharatiya Janata Party MPs at an event to mark the 53rd death anniversary of Deendayal Upadhyay, a party ideologue who had founded its progenitor Jana Sangh, Modi said the saffron party always puts "rashtraneeti" above "rajneeti" and gives respect to even its political rivals.

MHA seeks report from Rajasthan govt on charges of phone tapping

MHA seeks report from Rajasthan govt on charges of phone tapping

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

In a communication, the ministry of home affairs told the Rajasthan chief secretary to send a report on the allegations of phone tapping, an official said. The chief secretary has been told to provide the details of the incident after two audio clips emerged, the official added.

Delhi's air quality 'severe', likely to remain so on Diwali

Delhi's air quality 'severe', likely to remain so on Diwali

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Experts said while meteorological conditions were "moderately" favourable for dispersion of pollutants, a "very high" number of farm fires in Punjab was the primary reason for "severe" air quality.

Nitish, Tejashwi meet PM to push for caste census

Nitish, Tejashwi meet PM to push for caste census

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

Kumar said after the meeting that all parties from Bihar spoke in one voice on the need for a caste-based census, and asserted that statistics about different castes will help in formulating development schemes effectively as many of them have not benefitted so far in line with their actual population.

5th round of govt-farmers talks today as stir enters day 10

5th round of govt-farmers talks today as stir enters day 10

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

The farmers threatened to intensify their agitation and block more roads if the government did not accept their demand.

Mr PM: The hour is late, let's get serious

Mr PM: The hour is late, let's get serious

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

The government has to focus on real solutions, not make a mockery of the crisis through 'vaccine festivals',' asserts T N Ninan.

R-Day parade weapons send Russia a message

R-Day parade weapons send Russia a message

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

American armaments dominated the defence services's show of weaponry.

PHOTOS: PM Modi's 'Malaysia moments'

PHOTOS: PM Modi's 'Malaysia moments'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2015

Here's a look at how PM Modi's Malaysia visit unfolded.

Time for talks over, world will have to act now: PM on Pulwama attack

Time for talks over, world will have to act now: PM on Pulwama attack

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Modi said dithering to take action against terrorists and their supporters will be like encouraging terrorism.

Hathras gang-rape victim cremated in dead of night; kin allege cops did it forcibly

Hathras gang-rape victim cremated in dead of night; kin allege cops did it forcibly

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

Local police officers, however, said that the cremation was being carried out "as per the wishes of the family".

Allow peaceful protest by farmers: US Congress's India Panel

Allow peaceful protest by farmers: US Congress's India Panel

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

The leadership of the powerful Congressional India Caucus has urged the Indian government to ensure that the norms of democracy are maintained.

N D Tiwari's son Rohit Shekhar passes away

N D Tiwari's son Rohit Shekhar passes away

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

He was brought dead at Max Hospital in Saket in south Delhi, the hospital said.

Editors Guild slams FIRs against journalists as 'attempt to intimidate'

Editors Guild slams FIRs against journalists as 'attempt to intimidate'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

In a statement, the Guild demanded that such FIRs be withdrawn immediately and the media be allowed to report without fear and with freedom.

'The Gandhis are a liability for the Congress'

'The Gandhis are a liability for the Congress'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

'The Congress can exist without (someone from) the Nehru-Gandhi family being its president.'

Daily COVID-19 count in India lowest in 44 days

Daily COVID-19 count in India lowest in 44 days

Rediff.com28 May 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 2,48,93,410 and the case fatality rate has increased to 1.16 per cent

'Why Is There No Accountability In The Congress'

'Why Is There No Accountability In The Congress'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

'Fixing accountability in the Congress must be addressed on a war footing.' 'It is impossible for Sonia Gandhi to know each and every party worker, so she has to rely on advisors.' 'If they guide or misguide, the blame should go to them.'

COVID-19: Are vegetarians more immune? Find out

COVID-19: Are vegetarians more immune? Find out

Rediff.com13 May 2020

There is no proof at the moment. Even vegetarians have been affected because this is a virus which travels through droplet infection and enters the body, say experts. However, people who are taking a lot of fruits and vegetables as part of their natural diet have better innate immunity.

Black fungus: 8 Covid survivors die in Maha, Guj reports 50 cases

Black fungus: 8 Covid survivors die in Maha, Guj reports 50 cases

Rediff.com8 May 2021

The fungus, also called `black fungus', is present in the environment, but those with suppressed immunity or co-morbidities are more vulnerable to its infection, he said.

Medical infra of state in shambles: HC raps Delhi govt

Medical infra of state in shambles: HC raps Delhi govt

Rediff.com6 May 2021

The Delhi high court on Thursday said the existing medical infrastructure in the national capital was 'exposed' and in 'shambles' when put to the test during the pandemic and directed the Delhi government to provide facility for medical treatment as required by all residents of the national capital who are suffering from COVID-19.

PM must express grief in Parliament over death of 750 farmers: Tikait

PM must express grief in Parliament over death of 750 farmers: Tikait

Rediff.com10 Oct 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi should for once express grief in Parliament over the death of around 750 farmers during the months-long anti-farm law protests at Delhi's borders, Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait said on Saturday.

Farmers to observe day-long relay hunger strike on Monday

Farmers to observe day-long relay hunger strike on Monday

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

He also urged people demonstrating against the laws across the country to observe a day-long hunger strike at their respective protest sites.

I wanted team to return home after 2008 Sydney Test: Laxman

I wanted team to return home after 2008 Sydney Test: Laxman

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

"I was the one who suggested that we should go back home immediately because it was clear it was one-sided and it was not fair but Anil (Kumble) showed great leadership qualities and managed everything," Laxman said during the launch of his book '281 and Beyond' in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Leftists, Maoists trying to take control of farmers' stir: Govt

Leftists, Maoists trying to take control of farmers' stir: Govt

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

He also said the government is sensitive towards farmers and is in discussion with them and their representatives to resolve their concerns.

Vijay Hazare: Iyer's ton helps Mumbai beat Maharashtra

Vijay Hazare: Iyer's ton helps Mumbai beat Maharashtra

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

This was Mumbai's second successive win after they had beaten Delhi in the lung-opener.

Plea in SC seeks removal of farmers protesting at Delhi borders

Plea in SC seeks removal of farmers protesting at Delhi borders

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

The plea has sought the apex court directions to the authorities to open the roads at Delhi borders, shift these protestors to allotted place and provide guidelines on social distancing and use of mask at the protest place to contain spread of COVID-19 cases.

Ranji round-up: Lalit Yadav's ton hoists Delhi vs TN

Ranji round-up: Lalit Yadav's ton hoists Delhi vs TN

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

A summary of Day 2 action in the Ranji Trophy matches, played at various venues across the country.

PHOTOS: India celebrates 70th Army Day

PHOTOS: India celebrates 70th Army Day

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

Army Day is celebrated on January 15 very year in recognition of Lieutenant General (later Field Marshal) KM Cariappa taking over as the first Commander-in Chief of Indian Army from Sir Francis Butcher, the last British Commander this day in 1948.

Kushboo joins BJP shortly after quitting Congress

Kushboo joins BJP shortly after quitting Congress

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Speaking to reporters at the joining ceremony, the actor from Tamil Nadu said she had come to the understanding over a period of time that if the nation has to move forward, then someone like Prime Minister Narendra Modi is needed to take the country "in the right direction and to its glory".

Global COVID-19 infections could be 6 times higher: Study

Global COVID-19 infections could be 6 times higher: Study

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

The study estimated the true number of infections across a combined population of over 800 million people in 11 European countries, as well as Australia, Canada, South Korea and the US.

Are audiences really going to theatres?

Are audiences really going to theatres?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Audience turnout is crucial to most exhibitors, since their discussions with film producers hinge on how many people will return to movie halls in the weeks ahead.

Sena stakes 'natural claim' on Deputy Speaker's post

Sena stakes 'natural claim' on Deputy Speaker's post

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Raut's demand comes amid speculation over the possibility of Naveen Patnaik's Biju Janata Dal getting the post.