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I-T raids Hemant Soren's aide ahead of Jh'khand poll

I-T raids Hemant Soren's aide ahead of Jh'khand poll

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

A total of nine premises in the state's capital Ranchi and Jamshedpur are being raided in an operation that started early morning. A security team of the CRPF is assisting the I-T sleuths, the sources said.

HIL: Olympic superstar Owsley signs for Delhi Pipers

HIL: Olympic superstar Owsley signs for Delhi Pipers

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Delhi SG Pipers on Saturday announced the acquisition of England's woman hockey midfielder and superstar Lily Owsley for the upcoming season of Hockey India League (HIL).

HIL: Delhi SG Pipers lose to Soorma

HIL: Delhi SG Pipers lose to Soorma

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Delhi SG Pipers had a good start to the second quarter as they won their first penalty corner of the match. Deepika's drag flick was turned away brilliantly by Bengal Tigers goalkeeper Jennifer Rizzo.

Hemant Soren: The tumultuous rise of Jharkhand's youngest CM

Hemant Soren: The tumultuous rise of Jharkhand's youngest CM

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Hemant Soren, the youngest chief minister of Jharkhand, has navigated a tumultuous political journey marked by legal battles, party rivalries, and personal setbacks. Despite facing challenges, he has emerged as a powerful advocate for the rights of tribal communities, earning his place as a formidable figure in the state's political landscape. This article explores his rise to power, his leadership style, and the key initiatives he has undertaken for the betterment of Jharkhand.

'Captain Rohit keeps things simple....': Akash Deep

'Captain Rohit keeps things simple....': Akash Deep

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Akash Deep, the latest addition to India's ever-growing pace battery, on Wednesday credited skipper Rohit Sharma for his seamless transition from domestic to international cricket and said the exceptional work ethics of the legends in the team inspire him to push himself even harder.

Women's HIL: Jansen stars as Odisha Warriors hammer Bengal Tigers

Women's HIL: Jansen stars as Odisha Warriors hammer Bengal Tigers

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The two sides had played out a 1-1 draw three days ago in Ranchi with the Odisha Warriors then winning the penalty shootout thanks to goalkeeper Jocelyn Bartram's heroics.

HIL: UP Rudras down Team Gonasika

HIL: UP Rudras down Team Gonasika

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Women's HIL: Odisha Warriors beat Soorma Hockey Club in shootout

Hemant Soren likely to return as Jharkhand CM

Hemant Soren likely to return as Jharkhand CM

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha executive president Hemant Soren is set to return as chief minister of Jharkhand for the third time following consensus among legislators of the party-led alliance in the state, sources said on Wednesday.

Sachin Roots For Girls To Play Football

Sachin Roots For Girls To Play Football

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

'I got inspiration from many children because this journey is not easy for them. There are several difficulties in their lives even from home. They go to play football, which sometimes is not liked by parents. I would like to tell them to encourage children and support them. These children will bring smiles on their faces.'

'Heavy dew' a concern for 2nd India-NZ T20 in Ranchi

'Heavy dew' a concern for 2nd India-NZ T20 in Ranchi

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

Heavy dew has been predicted for the second T20 International between India and New Zealand, which is set to be played in front of a full house at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on Friday.

Ranchi wicket takes Hardik by surprise

Ranchi wicket takes Hardik by surprise

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner also said it was "a bit of a shock" for everyone the way ball spun in the second innings.

Ganguly to miss Ranchi Test for ISL opening

Ganguly to miss Ranchi Test for ISL opening

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

The ISL will kick off in Kochi with Kerala Blasters taking on two-time champions ATK on Sunday, and Ganguly will be present on the occasion.

PIX: The Dhonis host dinner for Team India in Ranchi

PIX: The Dhonis host dinner for Team India in Ranchi

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Dhoni and his wife Sakshi hosted the Indian team for a lavish evening in Jharkhand.

Indian hockey team still missing one key ingredient...

Indian hockey team still missing one key ingredient...

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

German hockey captain Moritz Furste knows a thing or two about consistency and he feels the ability to deliver even performances in a series of games is the "little missing piece" in India's admirable resurgence in the last one decade.

HIL: Ashley scores twice in Ranchi Rays' win

HIL: Ashley scores twice in Ranchi Rays' win

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

Ranchi Rays came back from a bitter loss in their previous game to clinch a remarkable 7-3 win over table toppers Dabang Mumbai in the Coal India Hockey India League in Ranchi on Thursday.

'Budget's Main Objective Was To Honour Taxpayers'

'Budget's Main Objective Was To Honour Taxpayers'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

'Our attempt to honour the taxpayer has been since 2014 and more actively since 2019-2020 onwards.'

'HIL will make hockey families stress-free'

'HIL will make hockey families stress-free'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Women's HIL will provide financial stability to junior players and attract youth to hockey: Savita Punia

A peek into Dhoni's reclusive life in Ranchi

A peek into Dhoni's reclusive life in Ranchi

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

Dhoni says no to brand endorsements amid pandemic, keeps busy with organic farming

Al Qaeda terror module aspiring to declare 'khilafat' busted

Al Qaeda terror module aspiring to declare 'khilafat' busted

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

The Delhi Police on Thursday claimed to have busted an Al Qaeda terror module after arresting of 11 people and detaining three others from Jharkhand, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.

Ranchi misses Dhoni as it becomes Test venue

Ranchi misses Dhoni as it becomes Test venue

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

When Ranchi makes its Test debut, Dhoni will be busy leading his state in the in the domestic one-dayers in Delhi.

Hockey India League: Delhi Waveriders stun Ranchi Rays

Hockey India League: Delhi Waveriders stun Ranchi Rays

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Delhi Waveriders stunned defending champions Ranchi Rays 7-4 in a hard-fought battle in the 4th Coal India Hockey India League.

Jagan Races Ahead In Andhra Poll Race

Jagan Races Ahead In Andhra Poll Race

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Scenes from the election campaign in New Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Amritsar, Ranchi and Guwahati.

Ranchi to host main event of International Yoga Day

Ranchi to host main event of International Yoga Day

Rediff.com2 Jun 2019

Five cities -- Delhi, Shimla, Mysore, Ahmedabad and Ranchi -- were shortlisted by the Ayush ministry and sent to the Prime Minister's Office for final selection.

Jharkhand man strangles live-in partner, chops body into 40 pieces

Jharkhand man strangles live-in partner, chops body into 40 pieces

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

A 25-year-old man in Jharkhand's Khunti district allegedly strangled his live-in partner to death and chopped her body into 40 to 50 pieces in a forested area. The accused, Naresh Bhengra, was arrested after stray dog was found with human body parts near Jordag village. Bhengra had married another woman without informing his partner and took her to the forest to kill her after she pressured him to return to Khunti. The incident has sent shockwaves in the region, recalling the Shraddha Walker murder case of 2022.

He Wants To Set Up Fuel Stations In Space!

He Wants To Set Up Fuel Stations In Space!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'It is our duty to keep space sustainable and free of debris.'

Bumrah rested for 4th Test; K L Rahul also ruled out

Bumrah rested for 4th Test; K L Rahul also ruled out

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

India's premier pace bowler and vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah was rested for the fourth Test match against England.

'India a big contender for hockey World Cup, Olympic medals'

'India a big contender for hockey World Cup, Olympic medals'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Belgian defender Arthur De Sloover feels the way Indian hockey is progressing over the years, the country is a "big contender" for more glory at the word stage in future.

68% voting in Jharkhand's 2nd phase, pips 2019 figs

68% voting in Jharkhand's 2nd phase, pips 2019 figs

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

About 68 per cent voter turnout was recorded till 5 pm on Wednesday in 38 assembly constituencies in Jharkhand where voting in the second and final phase ended, officials said.

ED uses fridge, smart TV invoices as evidence against Soren

ED uses fridge, smart TV invoices as evidence against Soren

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

The federal probe agency obtained these receipts from two Ranchi-based dealers and attached those to its charge sheet filed against the 48-year-old Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader and four others last month.

HIL: Ranchi edge out Kalinga in a thriller

HIL: Ranchi edge out Kalinga in a thriller

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Defending Champions Ranchi Rays completed a hat-trick of wins after eking out a 3-2 win over table toppers Kalinga Lancers in a round robin match of the fourth Hockey India League, in Ranchi, on Thursday.

Soren invites Modi to his swearing-in ceremony

Soren invites Modi to his swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Acting Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, in his first visit to the national capital after leading his ruling alliance to an unprecedented second straight term in the state.

ED arrests Jh'khand minister's secy after Rs 35cr cash recovery

ED arrests Jh'khand minister's secy after Rs 35cr cash recovery

Rediff.com7 May 2024

The ED on Monday had raided a 2BHK flat in Ranchi that is allegedly occupied by Lal's domestic help Jehangir, as part of a money laundering investigation into alleged irregularities in the state rural development department, they said.

#RanchiDiaries: When Dhoni played perfect host to Anupam Kher

#RanchiDiaries: When Dhoni played perfect host to Anupam Kher

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

On his trip to the capital city of Jharkhand, the actor added a page of memories to his personal diary -- on his visit to the city, he was hosted by former India captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

HIL: Ranchi Rays continue unbeaten run on home turf

HIL: Ranchi Rays continue unbeaten run on home turf

Rediff.com14 Feb 2016

Already assured of a semi-final berth, defending champions Ranchi Rays, on Sunday, registered their fifth straight victory on the home turf, beating Dabang Mumbai 1-0, in Ranchi.

Jharkhand power couple proves influence over tribal votes

Jharkhand power couple proves influence over tribal votes

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Call it a charismatic show by the power couple -- Hemant Soren and Kalpana Soren -- whom the Bharatiya Janata Party had dubbed as 'Bunty aur Babli', Jharkhand's Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is on track to secure a second consecutive term as part of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).

Guess Where Jadeja Is!

Guess Where Jadeja Is!

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

'Immersing myself in fan mode in front of the legend's abode #MSD'.

Post govt's move, onion prices drop in major cities

Post govt's move, onion prices drop in major cities

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

The government's subsidised onion sale initiative, launched on September 5, has led to price drops in major cities within days, the consumer affairs ministry said on Saturday. In Delhi, retail onion price fell from Rs 60 to Rs 55 per kg, while Mumbai saw a decrease from Rs 61 to Rs 56 per kg. In Chennai, the retail price reduced from Rs 65 to Rs 58 per kg, the ministry said in a statement.

Cold wave grips north, east India; Srinagar shivers at minus 5.3 degrees C

Cold wave grips north, east India; Srinagar shivers at minus 5.3 degrees C

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

A cold wave has gripped many parts of north and east India, with Srinagar recording a minimum temperature of minus 5.3 degrees Celsius. Other areas experiencing below-freezing temperatures include Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Konibal, Qazigund, Kupwara, and Kokernag in Kashmir. Himachal Pradesh has issued an orange warning for severe cold wave conditions in several districts. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 5.9 degrees Celsius, while Faridkot in Punjab was the coldest in the region at 0 degrees Celsius. Extreme cold conditions also continued in parts of Rajasthan and Jharkhand. The Met office has forecast mainly dry weather until December 26, with the possibility of light snowfall in the higher reaches of Kashmir on the intervening night of December 21-22.

ED attaches Rs 31-cr worth land 'belonging' to Soren

ED attaches Rs 31-cr worth land 'belonging' to Soren

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached 8.86 acres of land in Ranchi allegedly owned by former Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren as part of a money laundering investigation against him and his associates, the federal agency said on Thursday.

'Voter Is Keeping Centre On Tenterhooks'

'Voter Is Keeping Centre On Tenterhooks'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

'If you want to win you need to perform.' 'Governments have found a way to buck anti-incumbency, but one policy intervention will not pay in all elections.'