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UP govt demolishes house of Prayagraj violence accused

UP govt demolishes house of Prayagraj violence accused

Rediff.com12 Jun 2022

A day earlier, the properties of two people accused of rioting were demolished in Saharanpur where stone-pelting had taken place as well.

Chhattisgarh polls: Cong retains 25 MLAs in second list, fields 22 new faces

Chhattisgarh polls: Cong retains 25 MLAs in second list, fields 22 new faces

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

With the second list, the total number of candidates declared by the Congress went up to 83 out of the total of 90.

'Will live with Dilip Kumar's memories in my heart'

'Will live with Dilip Kumar's memories in my heart'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

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Asian Games: Avinash Sable makes steeplechase history; Toor defends shot put gold

Asian Games: Avinash Sable makes steeplechase history; Toor defends shot put gold

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

However, Jyothi Yarraji failed to make the cut for the women's 200m final. The Indian had a timing of 23.78s.

Focus on youth, women fail to revive Congress in UP

Focus on youth, women fail to revive Congress in UP

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

Notwithstanding Priyanka Gandhi Vadra crisscrossing Uttar Pradesh and a buzz built around the "Ladki hoon, Lad sakti hoon" campaign, the Congress was leading in only one seat out of 403 in the state, with many of its senior leaders trailing in their respective constituencies, according to trends available at 1.20 pm.

Quality Control Orders: What does this mean for domestic industry?

Quality Control Orders: What does this mean for domestic industry?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

From toys, footwear and furniture to insulated flasks, smart meters, and air coolers - the Central government over the last decade has mandated higher standards for production and imports of such items. Sample this: Till 2014, there were 14 Quality Control Orders (QCOs) covering 106 products. By the latest count, there are 156 QCOs on 672 products.

Don't Expect Modi To Change!

Don't Expect Modi To Change!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

'Commentators have said that dealing with allies as equals will make Modi more sensitive.' 'Remember that the people Modi is dealing with are equally autocratic in their own lairs.' 'Further, Modi always has handy the threat of dissolving Parliament and calling for fresh polls.' 'Most of his own party, and certainly his allies and opponents having blown their budgets of efforts and resources in the just concluded elections, have no stomach for this.' 'They are all greatly looking forward to the loaves and fishes of office on offer.' 'That gives Modi an unbeatable advantage in any push-comes-to-shove situation,' explains Shreekant Sambrani.

Moosewala murder plot hatched in Tihar jail?

Moosewala murder plot hatched in Tihar jail?

Rediff.com30 May 2022

The Delhi Police said that it suspected that the murder of Moosewala has link with the last year's killing of Vikramjit alias Vicky Middukhera.

'#IndiaAgainstPropaganda': Akshay, Ajay, KJo tweet support for govt

'#IndiaAgainstPropaganda': Akshay, Ajay, KJo tweet support for govt

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, filmmaker Karan Johar and Suniel Shetty on Wednesday said citizens should focus on the government's efforts to resolve the ongoing farmer crisis rather than paying attention to "half truths" and those "creating differences."

Opposition seeks all-party delegation visit to Manipur

Opposition seeks all-party delegation visit to Manipur

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

While the Congress demanded immediate sacking of Chief Minister N Biren Singh, the Samajwadi Party and a few others sought imposition of President's rule in the state that has witnessed sporadic violence in since May 3.

Everything cannot be suspected, SC tells petitioners in plea against EVM

Everything cannot be suspected, SC tells petitioners in plea against EVM

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Underscoring the importance of voter satisfaction and trust in the electoral system, the Supreme Court on Thursday told petitioners who sought its direction to go back to using ballot papers not to suspect the efficacy of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) and appreciate if the Election Commission does good work.

Olympic champs rally behind Anita Sheoran in WFI showdown

Olympic champs rally behind Anita Sheoran in WFI showdown

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Sheoran, it is learnt, has the backing of the six wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik, who led the protests against Brij Bhushan at Jantar Mantar.

The Akshay Kumar Film Festival in 2021

The Akshay Kumar Film Festival in 2021

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

Folks, 2021 will see an Akshay Kumar film festival play out in the theatres.

Final prayers held for farmers killed in Lakhimpur, Priyanka attends

Final prayers held for farmers killed in Lakhimpur, Priyanka attends

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

Farmers from Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring states on Tuesday offered 'antim ardas' -- the final prayers in the Sikh tradition -- for the protesters killed in the recent violence in Lakhimpur Kheri, with their leaders vowing to intensify the agitation against the Centre's new agri laws.

Workers' kin anxious as tunnel rescue op hits repeated hurdles

Workers' kin anxious as tunnel rescue op hits repeated hurdles

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

'I feel numb with the trauma we have been going through ever since we first got the news. For close to two weeks, we have been hearing my child will be rescued today. That today never comes'

Neeraj Chopra and Co. ready to dominate Asian Games

Neeraj Chopra and Co. ready to dominate Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Neeraj Chopra will be the cynosure of all eyes as India begins its athletics campaign in the Asian Games

Onion prices seen to fall below Rs 40/kg by Jan

Onion prices seen to fall below Rs 40/kg by Jan

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

The government expects onion prices to fall below Rs 40 per kilogram by January from the current average price of Rs 57.02 per kilogram, Consumer Affairs secretary Rohit Kumar Singh said on Monday. Last week, the government banned onion exports till March next year after the retail sales price of the kitchen staple crossed Rs 80 per kg in the national capital and the prices in mandis remained around Rs 60 per kg. To a query on when the onion prices are expected to fall below Rs 40 per kg, Singh said, "very soon... January"

Fashion Forward: India's GenNext is here!

Fashion Forward: India's GenNext is here!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Meet the GenNext designers who showcased their collection at Lakme Fashion Week.

Lakhimpur incident: Farmers' Union calls for nationwide protests

Lakhimpur incident: Farmers' Union calls for nationwide protests

Rediff.com3 Oct 2021

Yadav and Singh alleged that BJP MP Mishra issued a 'brazen threat' against the protesting farmers only a few days ago.

Ajay Devgan, Aamir, Akshay clash

Ajay Devgan, Aamir, Akshay clash

Rediff.com13 Nov 2007

Halla Bol releases on December 21, along with Aamir Khan's Taare Zameen Par and Anees Bazmee's Welcome.

At Abhishek-Shivaleeka's Wedding

At Abhishek-Shivaleeka's Wedding

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Drishyam 2 Director Abhishek Pathak got married to his actor girlfriend Shivaleeka Oberoi in Goa on February 9, and the couple have been sharing lovely memories from the big day.

Vagsheer, the last of 6 submarines under Project 75, launched

Vagsheer, the last of 6 submarines under Project 75, launched

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

The Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders in Mumbai on Wednesday launched INS Vagsheer, the last of the six submarines under Project 75.

Mukhtar Ansari gets lifer in 32-yr-old murder of Cong leader's brother

Mukhtar Ansari gets lifer in 32-yr-old murder of Cong leader's brother

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

A court in Varanasi on Monday convicted gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari in the murder of Congress leader Awadhesh Rai more than 30 years ago.

Cong, RLD not satisfied with offer made by Akhilesh

Cong, RLD not satisfied with offer made by Akhilesh

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

The SP has offered 11 seats to the Congress and seven seats to the RLD for the upcoming parliamentary elections.

IPL 2024, CSK vs RCB: Southern Derby set to kick off season 17

IPL 2024, CSK vs RCB: Southern Derby set to kick off season 17

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

A high-stakes match between cross-city rivals Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Chennai on Friday will usher in IPL 2024, but, beyond the grandeur around it, the two protagonists will have to find early answers to some deep questions as they attempt to enter a rarefied territory.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai set up TN semis; Vidarbha vs MP

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai set up TN semis; Vidarbha vs MP

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Mumbai's slender first-innings lead against Baroda propelled them into the semi-finals of the Ranji Trophy.

Prayagraj police issues posters of 59 accused of June 10 violence

Prayagraj police issues posters of 59 accused of June 10 violence

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

The Prayagraj police have issued posters of 59 people, allegedly involved in the June 10 violence, which will be put up on roadsides and public places so that they could be identified and arrested, officials said.

The Normalcy Of Extrajudicial Killings In India

The Normalcy Of Extrajudicial Killings In India

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

An unofficial and brutal justice system exists parallel to the official one, and it executes many times more of the accused than the official one executes convicts, points out Aakar Patel.

Akshay Kumar to star in a spy thriller

Akshay Kumar to star in a spy thriller

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Get your lowdown on what's happening in the world of Bollywood, right here!

Israel-Hamas conflict may hit gems, jewellery trade

Israel-Hamas conflict may hit gems, jewellery trade

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The Israel-Hamas conflict is expected to impact the trade of gems and jewellery between India and Israel, exporters said on Monday. Colin Shah, MD, Kama Jewelry, said the war can "adversely" impact Indian exports to Israel. Total gems and jewellery trade between India and Israel stood at $2.04 billion in 2022-23 as against $2.8 billion in 2021-22.

IPL 2024: How The 10 Teams Stack Up!

IPL 2024: How The 10 Teams Stack Up!

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

How the IPL teams have shaped up after the auction.

Govt begins process to amend IPC, CrPC; seeks suggestions from stake holders

Govt begins process to amend IPC, CrPC; seeks suggestions from stake holders

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

Mishra said the department-related parliamentary standing committee on home affairs in its 146th report had recommended that there is a need for a comprehensive review of the criminal justice system of the country.

How 2 young engineers transformed a Bihar village

How 2 young engineers transformed a Bihar village

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Every evening when the lights glow in the huts of Gangapur village, the villagers thank two young men - Ajay Kumar and Somil Daga.

Punjab cabinet approves trust vote session

Punjab cabinet approves trust vote session

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

The Punjab cabinet has approved the summoning of a special session of the assembly on September 22 to bring a confidence motion.

SC says day-to-day trial in Lakhimpur case will affect other court cases

SC says day-to-day trial in Lakhimpur case will affect other court cases

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

The Supreme Court on Monday said it may not be possible to direct the trial court to conduct day-to-day hearing in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, in which Union minister Ajay Kumar Mishra's son Ashish is among those facing prosecution, as it may affect other cases pending there.

Looking At 1999: 25 Years Ago In Bollywood...

Looking At 1999: 25 Years Ago In Bollywood...

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Sukanya Verma recaps all those events from 25 years ago.

When A Minister Lunged At Journalists

When A Minister Lunged At Journalists

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

A memorandum submitted by the journalists accused India's minister of state for home -- no less! -- of scuffling with them and snatching a reporter's mobile phone.

Spouses of G20 leaders savour street food, millet dishes

Spouses of G20 leaders savour street food, millet dishes

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

"First ladies from Turkiye, Japan, the UK, Australia and Mauritius, among others visited the exhibition at NGMA (National Gallery of Modern Art)," the source added.

Cong reshuffle: Priyanka replaced as UP in-charge, new role for Pilot

Cong reshuffle: Priyanka replaced as UP in-charge, new role for Pilot

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

In a major organisational rejig ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, the Congress on Saturday appointed Avinash Pande the general secretary in-charge of Uttar Pradesh, replacing Priyanka Gandhi Vadra while Sachin Pilot was made the general secretary in-charge of Chhattisgarh.

Allahabad HC extends stay on survey at Gyanvapi as ASI affidavit is sketchy

Allahabad HC extends stay on survey at Gyanvapi as ASI affidavit is sketchy

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

The Allahabad high court on Tuesday extended the interim stay till September 30 on a Varanasi court order directing the Archaeological Survey of India to conduct a physical survey at the Kashi Vishwanath temple-Gyanvapi mosque complex and further proceedings in this case.