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Centre asks MP governor R N Yadav, accused in exam scam, to quit

Centre asks MP governor R N Yadav, accused in exam scam, to quit

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

Yadav was named in an FIR registered on Tuesday by Special Task Force probing the multi-crore Madhya Pradesh Professional Examination Board or Vyapam scam under various sections of IPC, including 420 for cheating.

Meet India's best known teacher

Meet India's best known teacher

Rediff.com18 May 2019

'Kids like something when it is interesting, focused, and offers scope for self-exploration.' 'We teach them how to learn, not force them,' Byju Raveendran tells Bibhu Ranjan Mishra.

Irani told DU not to disclose her educational qualifications

Irani told DU not to disclose her educational qualifications

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Amid the row over her educational qualification, Union Minister Smriti Irani had asked the Delhi University not to disclose it to an RTI applicant, the School of Open Learning has told the Central Information Commission.

Fake degree case: Ex-Delhi minister Tomar taken to college for probe

Fake degree case: Ex-Delhi minister Tomar taken to college for probe

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

Former Delhi law minister Jitender Singh Tomar, who was arrested on Tuesday on charges of submitting a fake degree while filing nomination for the Delhi assembly polls held in February this year, has been taken to Faizabad in Uttar Pradesh for questioning.

Vyapam scam: SC agrees to hear plea seeking removal of MP Gov

Vyapam scam: SC agrees to hear plea seeking removal of MP Gov

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear a petition seeking removal of Madhya Pradesh Governor Ram Naresh Yadav on the ground of his alleged involvement in the scam in the massive admission and recruitment scam in the Madhya Pradesh Professional Examination Board.

'Why can't we exhume her body?' HC raises doubts over Jayalalithaa's death

'Why can't we exhume her body?' HC raises doubts over Jayalalithaa's death

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

The Madras high court on Thursday expressed doubts over the death of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa in response to a petition filed by a member of her party.

'I want to give Karan Johar a big hug'

'I want to give Karan Johar a big hug'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

'... and thank him for such a great launch for my daughter.'

'Sanjay Leela Bhansali has taken a liking for me'

'Sanjay Leela Bhansali has taken a liking for me'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

'I am going to direct a film for him.' 'He thinks I will make a good film.' 'For me, that in itself is an award.'

10% quota in govt jobs applicable from Feb 1: Centre

10% quota in govt jobs applicable from Feb 1: Centre

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

The Constitution (124th Amendment) Bill on providing 10 per cent reservation in jobs and education to the general category poor was passed by Parliament on January 9.

Generals, quotas damage the army

Generals, quotas damage the army

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

A soldier cannot justifiably demand faster, easier promotions based on frequent field tenures

Munde seeks time, documents from EC on poll expense notice

Munde seeks time, documents from EC on poll expense notice

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

With the Election Commission slapping a showcause notice on him for his poll expense remark, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Gopinath Munde on Wednesday sought four more weeks' time along with reports of returning officer on expenditure incurred by him during 2009 parliamentary poll.

Is the health ministry killing medical education?

Is the health ministry killing medical education?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

The health ministry's decision to deny 82 medical colleges renewal permission may deliver a death blow for medical education in India, warns Dr Arun Jamkar, former vice chancellor, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences.

Girl dies of dengue, parents billed Rs 18 lakh by Fortis; probe ordered

Girl dies of dengue, parents billed Rs 18 lakh by Fortis; probe ordered

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Health Minister J P Nadda asked for all details in the matter and promised that all necessary action would be taken.

It's roll back time at Sebi

It's roll back time at Sebi

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

After initiating stern action against 331 companies, the market regulator seems willing to revoke its stringent restrictions for some entities.

No longer California dreamin': Doors slammed on US-bound students

No longer California dreamin': Doors slammed on US-bound students

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Students enrolled to Silicon Valley University, California, are in a state of panic after some of them were barred by Air India to board its flight.

Docs withdraw all services as RS passes NMC Bill

Docs withdraw all services as RS passes NMC Bill

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

"The provisions of the said bill are nothing short of draconian and promote gross incompetence and mockery of professionals currently working day and night and sacrificing their youth for this broken system," said the protesting doctors.

Pay hike: How to spend your money wisely

Pay hike: How to spend your money wisely

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

The Pay Commission's award will provide a windfall that can be used to both spend and invest wisely.

COVID-19 deaths: Why Supreme Court order is important

COVID-19 deaths: Why Supreme Court order is important

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

'There is a special benefit in the matter being taken up by the Supreme Court rather than the high courts.' 'The orders of the high courts are limited, but the Supreme Court order is binding upon everybody.'

When Hrithik fulfilled his ultimate Lakshya

When Hrithik fulfilled his ultimate Lakshya

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

It has been 20 years since the Kargil War. Sukanya Verma look back at Lakshya, Farhan Akhtar's memorable film that was inspired by the war in the icy heights where young Indian soldiers fought tireless battles to evict Pakistani troops from our territory.

'Apology for Jallianwala is the right thing to do'

'Apology for Jallianwala is the right thing to do'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

'Prime Minister Modi is from Gujarat and so does not understand the importance of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre to Punjabis,' says the British MP fighting for an apology for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Suzuki patriarch steps down from CEO post as mileage test storm grows

Suzuki patriarch steps down from CEO post as mileage test storm grows

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Suzuki patriarch steps down from CEO post as mileage test storm grows.

Sheena Bora Trial: Time, that has us handcuffed, is of no consequence in courtrooms

Sheena Bora Trial: Time, that has us handcuffed, is of no consequence in courtrooms

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

How much more gray or bald would Inspector Alaknure have become when we see him next? Will Peter still be wearing white shirts and khaki trousers and eating large lunches? Will Judge Jagdale be still in charge of the case? Who will be the prime minister when Alaknure appears in court next?

Why go abroad to study?

Why go abroad to study?

Rediff.com26 May 2018

These institutes, while expensive, are a viable alternative to studying abroad.

No prosecution for Ashok Chavan in Adarsh scam

No prosecution for Ashok Chavan in Adarsh scam

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

The Bombay high court on Friday set aside the sanction granted to the Central Bureau of Investigation by Maharashtra Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao to prosecute senior Congress leader Ashok Chavan in the Adarsh housing society scam.

St Stephen's can withstand 1000 other controversies: Thampu

St Stephen's can withstand 1000 other controversies: Thampu

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

While the clouds of controversies surrounding St Stephen's college continue to darken, principal Valson Thampu says no other institution in the world has been subjected to such "harassment" but it is strong enough to withstand 1000 other controversies.

I am Shalini Chauhan, a warrior!

I am Shalini Chauhan, a warrior!

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

In a patriarchal Uttar Pradesh village, a young girl is making a difference.

AAP govt has begin process to appoint Lokayukta, HC told

AAP govt has begin process to appoint Lokayukta, HC told

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

The Aam Aadmi Party government on Friday told the Delhi high court that it has initiated the process to appoint Lokayukta, a post which has remained vacant since November 2013.

Trial of 'sham' Tri-Valley University president kicks off

Trial of 'sham' Tri-Valley University president kicks off

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

The trial of Susan Xiao Ping Su, the president and owner of the fraud-ridden Tri-Valley University, started on Tuesday.

MBBS seat scam: CBI wants 7-year jail for Cong MP Masood

MBBS seat scam: CBI wants 7-year jail for Cong MP Masood

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

Rajya Sabha member Rasheed Masood, convicted for fraudulently nominating undeserving candidates to MBBS seats in 1990-91, on Tuesday sought benefit of probation in a Delhi court, citing his long service to the nation and health reasons even as the Central Bureau of Investigation demanded nothing less than seven years jail term for him and a hefty fine.

'How can I pursue masters in the US?'

'How can I pursue masters in the US?'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

In an online chat with readers, overseas consultant NNS Chandra offers career advice.

CBSE Class 12 results: Visually impaired boy scores 91.4 per cent

CBSE Class 12 results: Visually impaired boy scores 91.4 per cent

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Tapas, a student of DPS R K Puram is among the toppers of the school.

Talwar's petition 'partly allowed' by Allahabad high court

Talwar's petition 'partly allowed' by Allahabad high court

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

The Allahabad high court on Friday "partly allowed" a plea of Rajesh and Nupur Talwar and directed the Central Bureau of Investigation to bring on record report of their narco tests and asked the trial court to summon some witnesses in the Aarushi-Hemraj murder case.

Smriti Irani is on the AMU students' firing line

Smriti Irani is on the AMU students' firing line

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Leaders of the newly-elected Aligarh Muslim University Students' Union have taken umbrage at Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani's recent comments on the varsity and its Vice-Chancellor on the issue of women's rights.

Top destinations for Indians to study abroad

Top destinations for Indians to study abroad

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

China, France and Spain are emerging as hotspots for Indian students.

Such a dad! Obama cried at daughter Malia's high school graduation

Such a dad! Obama cried at daughter Malia's high school graduation

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

Malia Obama, 17, graduated from the prominent Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC, last Friday, which was attended by the US president.

Will Indrani nail Chidambaram?

Will Indrani nail Chidambaram?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

On Thursday, Indrani will be obligated to change into the green uniform sari she receives visitors in, as per jail rules, and meet the gentlemen from the income tax department. She may also at some point on Thursday video conference with Delhi in the INX Media-Karti Chidambaram case where she might become an approver.

Why Modi stood by an embattled Sushma Swaraj

Why Modi stood by an embattled Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com decodes why Modi has decided to retain her in the Union Cabinet despite this controversy and their many internal differences.

India tears into US attorney's statement in Devyani case

India tears into US attorney's statement in Devyani case

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

We present Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Syed Akbrauddin's full response to the statement issued by US Attorney Preet Bharara on the ongoing diplomatic tussle over Indian diplomat Devyani Khobragade's arrest:

Clarity sought on RIL-Sebi case

Clarity sought on RIL-Sebi case

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Clarity sought on RIL-Sebi case

The Aadhaar Nightmare

The Aadhaar Nightmare

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

In a nation divided by many things, the 12-digit unique identity number is holding lives to ransom.