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Jamia violence: Court queries police delay in handing over file to prosecutor

Jamia violence: Court queries police delay in handing over file to prosecutor

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

The court said special public prosecutor Madhukar Pandey was appearing in the matter for the first time and, as the case file was handed to him recently, he sought an adjournment to prepare his submissions.

PIX: Famous faces at polling booths in Karnataka

PIX: Famous faces at polling booths in Karnataka

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, former chief minister B S Yediyurappa, IT industry veteran N R Narayana Murthy along with wife Sudha Murty, and Mysuru royal family member 'Rajamate' Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, were among the early voters who cast their ballot in the Karnataka Assembly polls.

'Every Congress leader in Rajasthan wants that red diary'

'Every Congress leader in Rajasthan wants that red diary'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

'Every Congressman in Rajasthan is in Ashok Gehlot's pocket.'

Manu Bhaker and Shiva Narwal win mixed team pistol title

Manu Bhaker and Shiva Narwal win mixed team pistol title

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

They beat the experienced pair of Amanpreet Singh and Shweta Singh of ONGC

Asian U-20 C'ship-bound athletes' equipment stuck in Delhi

Asian U-20 C'ship-bound athletes' equipment stuck in Delhi

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

The AFI official said that Air India refused to carry three poles measuring 5m each to be used by the two athletes, on the ground of some "technical issues" concerning prescribed length of the items.

Now, Pilot vs Gehlot over Rajasthan paper leaks

Now, Pilot vs Gehlot over Rajasthan paper leaks

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Pilot, who is involved in a power tussle with Gehlot, on Monday said paper leak incidents hurt the aspirations of the youth.

The Lataji I Knew

The Lataji I Knew

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

I spent almost all my life trying to figure out how anyone could express so many shades of human feeling in her voice, wonders Subhash K Jha.

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Much, much, much before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani fussed over What Jhumka, Asha Bhosle trilled in her alluring voice and teased us with tantalising details about the events leading to her precious Jhumka's loss. Sukanya Verma celebrates the singing legend who turns 90 on September 8.

'300-yr-old' temple bulldozed in Rajasthan; Cong, BJP blame each other

'300-yr-old' temple bulldozed in Rajasthan; Cong, BJP blame each other

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

While Rajasthan BJP president Satish Poonia accused the Congress of being behind the demolition, state Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasra asserted that it was the decision of the city's municipality headed by the saffron party.

TOPS approves Bajrang, Vinesh's request

TOPS approves Bajrang, Vinesh's request

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Star wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat's request to train in Kyrgyzstan and Poland respectively was approved by TOPS.

Quiz: Who romanced Meena Kumari in Pakeezah?

Quiz: Who romanced Meena Kumari in Pakeezah?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

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

The Best Of Yash Chopra On OTT

The Best Of Yash Chopra On OTT

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists the most popular Yash Chopra films -- the ones he directed, not produced (yes, so that means no DDLJ) -- that can be watched on OTT.

Factors that will drive markets this week

Factors that will drive markets this week

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Global trends, WPI inflation data for April and the ongoing quarterly earnings of corporates would be the major driving factors for the stock markets, analysts said. Investors would also keep a tab on the movement of foreign institutional investors who are on a selling spree in the domestic equity market for the past many days. "Inflation concern and monetary tightening across the globe are key concerns for the equity markets. "Equity markets are under the strong grip of bears however they look extremely oversold and due for a pullback rally.

When Kamala Harris Met Xi Jinping

When Kamala Harris Met Xi Jinping

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

USA Vice President Kamala Harris and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Thailand.

'Didi's birthday this year is a reminder of our loss'

'Didi's birthday this year is a reminder of our loss'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

'We knew we would miss her, but we never knew it would be so hard.'

5 years after return to India, Geeta may have found her family

5 years after return to India, Geeta may have found her family

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

The over five-year-long search to find Geeta's family led to Parbhani in Maharashtra, where she is now being trained in sign language by Pahal, an NGO working for the hearing and speech impaired.

Ranveer and Rohit's Cirkus Madness!

Ranveer and Rohit's Cirkus Madness!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Rohit Shetty and his 'comedy-verse' of actors made sure the launch of the Cirkus trailer was a rollicking affair.

In Bilkis Bano's village, many Muslims flee after convicts' release

In Bilkis Bano's village, many Muslims flee after convicts' release

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

'We are scared. Several people have left the village out of fear of violence from the side of the convicts after their release'

Ittar, Gulabi Meenakari, Kashmiri carpet... Modi's gift for world leaders at G7 summit

Ittar, Gulabi Meenakari, Kashmiri carpet... Modi's gift for world leaders at G7 summit

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

For foreign dignitaries, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has often chosen gifts that showcase India's rich cultural and artistic traditions, and it was no different this time as he picked a variety of products for the heads of governments at the G7 Summit.

Dashing SP's LoP hopes, BJP wins 4 of 5 seats in UP council poll

Dashing SP's LoP hopes, BJP wins 4 of 5 seats in UP council poll

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

Polling on three graduates and two teachers constituencies of the council was held on January 30 and counting of votes by ballot began on Thursday evening and was completed on Friday.

18 held after violent clashes in Kanpur over 'insult to Prophet'

18 held after violent clashes in Kanpur over 'insult to Prophet'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Mobs hurled bombs and pelted stones at each other as violence erupted in Kanpur after groups of people tried to force shopkeepers to down shutters over an alleged insult to Prophet Mohammed on a television show.

2 MLAs sacked for rebellion among 15 Rajasthan ministers sworn-in

2 MLAs sacked for rebellion among 15 Rajasthan ministers sworn-in

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

Fifteen ministers took the oath in Rajasthan on Sunday in a cabinet expansion that included 12 new faces, fulfilling a key demand of former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot whose rebellion last year shook the state's Congress government.

FinMin flags El Nino risk for inflation, farm output

FinMin flags El Nino risk for inflation, farm output

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

The finance ministry on Thursday raised concerns over the possible impact of El Nio conditions on India this year, saying if recent forecasts came true, the country could see lower agricultural output and higher inflation. "Some meteorological agencies predict the return of El Nio conditions in India this year. "If these predictions are accurate, then monsoon rains could be deficient, leading to lower agricultural output and higher prices," the ministry said in its monthly economic review.

Now 'ownership' of Sena Bhavan and Saamana in focus

Now 'ownership' of Sena Bhavan and Saamana in focus

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

The Shiv Sena Bhavan is controlled by 'Shivai Seva Trust'. Its founding trustees include late Bal Thackeray and his wife late Meena Thackeray. Many of the founding trustees are not alive now.

3 key factors to drive markets this week

3 key factors to drive markets this week

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

Domestic equities will be mainly driven by global market trends, foreign institutional investors' movement and developments around new Covid variant Omicron this week, according to analysts. Markets traded under pressure last week following weak global cues and overall investor sentiment remained downbeat throughout the week, they observed. "Global markets, Omicron variant, dollar index and FIIs' behaviour will be key factors to drive the market this week," said Santosh Meena, head of research, Swastika Investmart Ltd. One major event last week was US Federal Reserve's announcement that it will end bond-buying from March, and it also signalled starting rate hike cycle thereafter.

2 major factors that will drive the markets this week

2 major factors that will drive the markets this week

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

With no major domestic market moving triggers this week, equities would continue to look at global factors, foreign fund movement and trend in the rupee for further direction, analysts said. "This week we have the August month F&O expiry where bulls are looking for rest after a gain in the August series," said Santosh Meena, head of research, Swastika Investmart Ltd. "There are not a lot of triggers but global cues, August month F&O expiry, and FIIs' behaviour will be important factors in the direction of the market," he noted.

Lata Mangeshkar Has Sung It All

Lata Mangeshkar Has Sung It All

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

The haunting loneliness of Lag Ja Gale... the declaration of both love and war in the rebellious Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya... the song of freedom and aspiration in Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna Hai... the naughtiness in love with Baahon Me Chale Aao...

Why Caste Violence Is On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Why Caste Violence Is On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Tamil Nadu is the celebrated home of the 'social justice' movement in the country, yet caste differences and violence has only been increasing in numbers and becoming more brutal in recent years, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Investors' wealth falls by Rs 2.39 lakh cr as markets sink

Investors' wealth falls by Rs 2.39 lakh cr as markets sink

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Investors' wealth fell by Rs 2.39 lakh crore on Monday in line with a weak trend in the global equity markets. The BSE Sensex tanked 861.25 points or 1.46 per cent to settle at 57,972.62. During the day, it tumbled 1,466.4 points or 2.49 per cent to 57,367.47.

Woman gang-raped inside New Delhi station, 4 railway staffers held

Woman gang-raped inside New Delhi station, 4 railway staffers held

Rediff.com23 Jul 2022

The woman, who was found on platform 8-9 on Friday, narrated her ordeal to officials.

Watch: Alka Yagnik sings for Jatin-Lalit

Watch: Alka Yagnik sings for Jatin-Lalit

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Jatin-Lalit are back!

Pilot yet again attacks Gehlot govt over exam paper leaks

Pilot yet again attacks Gehlot govt over exam paper leaks

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Addressing a kisan sammelan in Jhunjhunu, Pilot also targeted the government over the political appointments of retired bureaucrats instead of party workers.

Udaipur: Curfew relaxed for 12 hours as situation normal, internet restored

Udaipur: Curfew relaxed for 12 hours as situation normal, internet restored

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

Mobile internet services were also restored after remaining suspended for days.

Kanjhawala, Shraddha murder glaring lacuna in field-level policing: Delhi LG

Kanjhawala, Shraddha murder glaring lacuna in field-level policing: Delhi LG

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

He urged the force to "ensure proactive pre-emptive measures to ensure safety and security at all levels" in view of the forthcoming G-20 Summit.

Why Did Shah-Nadda Meet Veep?

Why Did Shah-Nadda Meet Veep?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Monday and Tuesday.

'I don't think I've achieved much'

'I don't think I've achieved much'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

'I never had an opportunity to do the things children do.'

Dalit boy's death: Pilot critical of Gehlot govt; 12 councillors quit

Dalit boy's death: Pilot critical of Gehlot govt; 12 councillors quit

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

In veiled criticism of the Ashok Gehlot government on Tuesday, Congress leader Sachin Pilot called for zero tolerance to incidents like the recent killing of a Dalit boy and called for action against local officials for an alleged lathi-charge on the victim's family.

Official behind 'Swadeshi' goof-up transferred to parent cadre

Official behind 'Swadeshi' goof-up transferred to parent cadre

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

An order issued by the ministry of home affairs on Wednesday said Deputy Inspector General Meena has been "recalled" by the Central Reserve Police Force. Another CRPF DIG, Rajeev Ranjan Kumar, will be the new CEO of the canteens board with immediate effect for a period of three months, it added.

Hindu woman, teens abducted, forcibly converted in Pakistan

Hindu woman, teens abducted, forcibly converted in Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

Meena Meghwar, 14, was abducted from the Nasarpur area and another teenage Hindu girl was kidnapped while returning home from the market in Mirpurkhas town, police said.

Investors poorer by Rs 4.90 lakh cr as Sensex tumbles nearly 2%

Investors poorer by Rs 4.90 lakh cr as Sensex tumbles nearly 2%

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Investors' wealth eroded by over Rs 4.90 lakh crore on Friday amid a sharp fall in equities. The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 1,020.80 points or 1.73 per cent to settle at 58,098.92. During the day, it tumbled 1,137.77 points or 1.92 per cent to 57,981.95. The market capitalisation of the BSE-listed firms plummeted by Rs 4,90,162.55 crore to Rs 2,76,64,566.79 crore on Friday.