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When MP minister told Russian woman he would teach her how to remove dhoti

When MP minister told Russian woman he would teach her how to remove dhoti

Rediff.com19 May 2015

Babulal Gaur told a Russian leader's wife that he can show her how to remove a dhoti.

Modi govt's Ist year gift: India to overtake China despite slowdown

Modi govt's Ist year gift: India to overtake China despite slowdown

Rediff.com28 May 2015

India likely to overtake China on strong GDP growth.

A look at Jaitley's successes and failures in the past one year

A look at Jaitley's successes and failures in the past one year

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Finance minister Arun Jaitley has few feathers in his cap for taking serious eff

Modi's 1-year report card: Anti-farmer and pro-corporate sarkar

Modi's 1-year report card: Anti-farmer and pro-corporate sarkar

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Modi sarkar took few initiatives to uplift the poor strate of society.

I'm all ears for suggestions that would benefit gaon, garib, kisan: Modi

I'm all ears for suggestions that would benefit gaon, garib, kisan: Modi

Rediff.com27 May 2015

Modi is optimistic that the reforms will be passed soon.

Hungry kya! Cops shut dhaba selling 'Modi' roti

Hungry kya! Cops shut dhaba selling 'Modi' roti

Rediff.com9 May 2014

Varanasi police asked a dhaba selling rotis with a Narendra Modi mark to shut shop after complaints from certain groups, to which the Bharatiya Janata Party said that the 'Modi stamp' on the people's hearts can't be removed.

Cong questions timing of corporate tax cuts, links it with Modi's US visit

Cong questions timing of corporate tax cuts, links it with Modi's US visit

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

The opposition party also claimed that the Modi 2.0 dispensation has turned out to be an "economic and political disaster" and "constant rollbacks" of economic decisions will lead to worsening of the economic situation.

'He comes out with so many novel ideas'

'He comes out with so many novel ideas'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2019

'The trading community will be a priority for Modi when he forms the next government.'

Budget: Stocks that can fetch you high returns

Budget: Stocks that can fetch you high returns

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

Stocks might hit new highs even before B-Day.

BJP springs surprise, denies tickets to 6 sitting MPs in UP

BJP springs surprise, denies tickets to 6 sitting MPs in UP

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

The new candidates fielded from these constituencies by the BJP are: SP Singh Baghel (Agra), Parameshwar Lal Saini (Sambhal), Raj Kumar Chaher (Fatehpur Sikri), Jai Prakash Rawat (Hardoi-SC), Ashok Rawat (Misrikh-SC) and Arun Sagar (Shahjahanpur-SC).

The many faces of RBI guv Rajan on his last 'big day'

The many faces of RBI guv Rajan on his last 'big day'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Rediff.com takes its readers through the various moods of Raghuram Rajan.

Meet Kavitha Kuruganti, the farmers' champion

Meet Kavitha Kuruganti, the farmers' champion

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Kavitha Kuruganti has been fighting for decades to ensure farmers are respected and get their due from the Indian nation. In order to ensure they don't struggle for a living, she works to ensure sustainable farm livelihoods and farmers' rights.

BJP barking up the wrong tree over Mersal

BJP barking up the wrong tree over Mersal

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Why is the BJP upset about the dialogues in a Tamil movie, wonders A Ganesh Nadar.

Ab ki baar, U-turn sarkar...

Ab ki baar, U-turn sarkar...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

The decision to rethink the ban on porn Web sites is the latest reversal of decisions by the Modi Sarkar. Has the Modi Sarkar become a regime of U-turns, asks Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Flashback: Here's what Modi promised India on black money

Flashback: Here's what Modi promised India on black money

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

On Wednesday, the Modi sarkar placed a list of names of 627 Indian account holders in HSBC bank, Geneva in the black money case before the Supreme Court. While on the campaign trail, bringing back black money stashed away in foreign banks was one of the biggest election promises made by Narendra Modi. Rediff.com takes a look at some of the prime minister's tall assurances.

Ahead of polls, BJP to hold 300 rallies across Maharashtra

Ahead of polls, BJP to hold 300 rallies across Maharashtra

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Party also plans over 35 virtual rallies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Miffed over pension scheme delay, war hero snubs defence minister's event

Miffed over pension scheme delay, war hero snubs defence minister's event

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Wing Commander Suresh Damodar Karnik (retired), hero of the 1971 war, has politely declined an invitation extended by Shiv Shahir Babasaheb Purandare for a function to be held on May 28 in the presence of Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

'Modi tells lies and hypnotises people'

'Modi tells lies and hypnotises people'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

'Modi's popularity is a myth.' 'The Modi government has fulfilled zero promises.' 'They have not done anything.'

Won't let them break your homes again: Rahul to Shakur Basti dwellers

Won't let them break your homes again: Rahul to Shakur Basti dwellers

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Flanked by security and chanting Congress supporters, Rahul inspected the slum area and also interacted with affected families who told him of their woes, while a massive crowd followed him.

Why BJP's landslide victory in UP will not spur reforms

Why BJP's landslide victory in UP will not spur reforms

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

If the Modi government's approach to economic policy making is any indication, expectations of a sudden spurt in economic reforms after the assembly election results appear to be grossly misplaced.

Modi's 'Make in India' is all hype, says American media

Modi's 'Make in India' is all hype, says American media

Rediff.com26 May 2015

American media has taken a critical view of his accomplishments, saying his flagship 'Make in India' drive is "so far mostly hype."

BJP sweeps all 7 Delhi seats again

BJP sweeps all 7 Delhi seats again

Rediff.com24 May 2019

The BJP polled over 56 per cent of votes, more than the combined vote share of the Congress (22.5 per cent) and the AAP (18.1 per cent).

Bank unions meet Jaitley, press for early wage revision

Bank unions meet Jaitley, press for early wage revision

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

He said the Finance Minister assured the delegation that the Financial Services Secretary would look into the matter and the settlement process would be expedited.

Modi in Reliance Jio ad. Here's how Twitterati reacted

Modi in Reliance Jio ad. Here's how Twitterati reacted

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

The advertisement with the PM's face has not amused social media. In fact, it wondered if the usage of the image was even legal.

Modi has turned unlucky for the economy: Congress

Modi has turned unlucky for the economy: Congress

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

Congress took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying he has turned "unlucky" as the economy and exports were down and prices soaring.

Congress alleges Rs 45,000-crore telecom scam

Congress alleges Rs 45,000-crore telecom scam

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Congress party has alleged that Modi government is surreptitiously taking steps to protect the interests of six leading telecom companies.

Veterans accuse govt of trying to create divide over OROP

Veterans accuse govt of trying to create divide over OROP

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

The relay hunger strike by retired soldiers demanding implementation of One Rank One Pension scheme enters Day 10.

Will Modi's drum of war help BJP?

Will Modi's drum of war help BJP?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

'Prior to Pulwama, the BJP appeared to be on the defensive, uncertain of its stop-and-go development programmes, fearful of growing discontent among agriculturists and unemployed youth, and nervous of gathering steam among Opposition parties across regional and caste alliances,' says Sunil Sethi.

'Insecure dictator you are': Rahul, Oppn slam Modi over MHA order

'Insecure dictator you are': Rahul, Oppn slam Modi over MHA order

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The parties, including the Communist Party of India-Marxist, the Samajwadi Party, the Rashtriya Janata Dal and the Trinamool Congress, said they will collectively oppose the Union home ministry's order issued on Thursday.

'Modi is the worst person in Indian politics'

'Modi is the worst person in Indian politics'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

'A prime minister's responsibility is the entire nation.' 'The nation looks to you for protection, for security...' 'Politics has become larger than the nation's interests.'

Cong admits to flaws in cyber law, tries to deflect criticism

Cong admits to flaws in cyber law, tries to deflect criticism

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

The Congress admitted that the Section 66A of cyber law was poorly drafted

Modi: From RSS pracharak to electoral superman

Modi: From RSS pracharak to electoral superman

Rediff.com23 May 2019

The prime minister has been unstoppable as he transported the BJP to colossal success on a wave of muscular nationalism, majoritarian pride and charisma.

When world leaders snuck away for 'family time'

When world leaders snuck away for 'family time'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

World leaders and politicians make it a point to take some time off from their hectic schedules and spend it with their loved ones.

Why I support Gajendra Chauhan as FTII chief

Why I support Gajendra Chauhan as FTII chief

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

The opposition to Gajendra Chauhan's appointment has more to do with his background and less with anything else, feels Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

'Phir ek baar Cameron sarkar': UK PM woos Indian-origin voters

'Phir ek baar Cameron sarkar': UK PM woos Indian-origin voters

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Cameron, on the last leg of campaigning for the May 7 general election, also hailed Modi as a 'dynamic' leader who is 'taking India forward'.

One year on.....Modi's 14 big hits and one big miss!

One year on.....Modi's 14 big hits and one big miss!

Rediff.com26 May 2015

FIXES BY THE GOVERNMENT: Energy price fixed, tax issues linger.

'India is such a fantastic country'

'India is such a fantastic country'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

'I was brought up in a Brahmin Hindu family. I was brought up in places where the majority was Muslim, in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. There was a mosque next to my house, but I never saw communal tension.' 'I am not worried. This country's religious roots are very strong. They know how to take care of themselves.'

PHOTOS: When PM Modi was heckled

PHOTOS: When PM Modi was heckled

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Protesters raised slogans whilst attempting to disrupt the prime minister's address at the Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University in Lucknow.

Budget 2014: Rebuilding of the economy commences

Budget 2014: Rebuilding of the economy commences

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

Budget 2014 is a strong first step to slowly re-architecting and reviving our economy and transform India, says Rajeev Chandrasekhar.

Sai's Take: All make way for Amit the Shah

Sai's Take: All make way for Amit the Shah

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

'Amit Shah's trajectory seems unstoppable; no wonder some say the day is not far off when he could be pitching for the top job, and that this is only the first step,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.