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Multiple blasts, flames: Eyewitnesses on Ajit Pawar plane crash

Multiple blasts, flames: Eyewitnesses on Ajit Pawar plane crash

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

'The plane was around 100 feet above the runway. As we rushed towards it, we saw flames, followed by four to five consecutive blasts'

Why Mamata is calling for SC probe into Ajit Pawar's death

Why Mamata is calling for SC probe into Ajit Pawar's death

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

After West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee stated that the truth would not emerge through existing mechanisms and called for a probe, several opposition leaders including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge backed her demand.

What went wrong for Suryakumar Yadav?

What went wrong for Suryakumar Yadav?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

SKY didn't realise that a non-performing captain starts losing respect of the dressing room. If someone fails to score consistently for more than a year, he would find it extremely difficult to actually instruct his teammates to execute his plans.

Man Arrested For Allegedly Molesting Minor In Uttar Pradesh

Man Arrested For Allegedly Molesting Minor In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A 24-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly abducting and molesting a minor girl after she rejected his marriage proposal. The victim was allegedly beaten, molested, and held captive after refusing the proposal.

Only three Air India routes make money: Ajit Singh

Only three Air India routes make money: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

At a time when the aviation industry is going through turbulent times and multiple issues, the government is trying to put Air India back on track.

Police Foil Attempted Attack on Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah

Police Foil Attempted Attack on Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

An attempt on the life of former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah was thwarted while he was attending a marriage ceremony in Jammu. Police have arrested the suspect and seized the weapon.

CPM moves privilege notice against Ajit Singh

CPM moves privilege notice against Ajit Singh

Rediff.com15 May 2012

"We have tabled a notice of privilege against the civil aviation minister in the House and demanded that he come and explain why he made policy statements on the issue outside when Parliament is in session," CPI-M leader Basudeb Acharia told reporters in New Delhi

Airline industry expecting positive response: Ajit Singh

Airline industry expecting positive response: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com21 Sep 2012

A day after notifying a policy measure to allow foreign airlines pick up 49 per cent stake in Indian carriers, the government today said the aviation industry was in an upbeat mood as it was expecting a positive response to the move.

Congress wooing Ajit Singh to save government

Congress wooing Ajit Singh to save government

Rediff.com3 Apr 2010

Skating on a razor-thin majority in the Lok Sabha, the Congress managers have zeroed in on Ajit Singh and his five Members of Parliament to lend support to the United Progressive Alliance government to give the government a much needed cushion, and also to help the party get a Rajya Sabha seat from Uttar Pradesh.

'Ajit Singh wants airport near his village'

'Ajit Singh wants airport near his village'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

Ajit Singh writes a letter to Akhilesh Yadav asking him to send experts to Muthura for the airport.

Why Rishabh Pant was stripped of Lucknow Super Giants captaincy...

Why Rishabh Pant was stripped of Lucknow Super Giants captaincy...

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Rishabh Pant has been relieved of his captaincy duties with the Lucknow Super Giants after a disappointing 2026 IPL season. The decision comes after the team finished last and amidst reports of a disconnect between Pant and the team management.

Kingfisher must satisfy DGCA on safety: Ajit Singh

Kingfisher must satisfy DGCA on safety: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com20 Oct 2012

Ailing Kingfisher Airlines will have to satisfy aviation regulator DGCA about safe flight operations and also make sure that its employees are not disgruntled before it resumes its services, Civil AviationMinister Ajit Singh said.

I resigned on my own: Ajit Singh

I resigned on my own: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com31 May 2003

Ajit Singh sworn in, gets civil aviation ministry

Ajit Singh sworn in, gets civil aviation ministry

Rediff.com18 Dec 2011

Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Ajit Singh was sworn in as the 33rd member of the Union Cabinet, and 77th in the Union council of ministers on Sunday morning. Singh is widely expected to be allotted the civil aviation portfolio. This is the fourth time Singh has been inducted into the Union Cabinet.

Ajit Singh's plans for airports in UP grounded

Ajit Singh's plans for airports in UP grounded

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

Experts, too, believe that developing airports in places such as Meerut or Moradabad could be a loss-making proposition.

Pranab Mukherjee 'qualified' to be President: Ajit Singh

Pranab Mukherjee 'qualified' to be President: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Rashtriya Lok Dal chief and Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh on Monday described Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee as a "qualified" candidate for the post of President but said his views on others were equally positive.

RLD to join UPA, Ajit Singh may get Cabinet berth

RLD to join UPA, Ajit Singh may get Cabinet berth

Rediff.com10 Dec 2011

The beleaguered United Progressive Alliance got a boost on Saturday with the Rashtriya Lok Dal, led by Ajit Singh, deciding to join the coalition at the Centre and fight the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections in alliance with the Congress. Ajit Singh, whose RLD has five members in the Lok Sabha, met Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Saturday evening and expressed his willingness to join UPA. His decision was welcomed by the Congress president.

Ajit Singh takes charge of civil aviation ministry

Ajit Singh takes charge of civil aviation ministry

Rediff.com19 Dec 2011

Rashtriya Lok Dal chief Ajit Singh on Monday took charge of the civil aviation ministry, saying it was a 'sensitive' portfolio.

Harsh Dubey: 'My Big Strength Is My Ability To Turn The Ball'

Harsh Dubey: 'My Big Strength Is My Ability To Turn The Ball'

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'That has been the big factor behind me coming so far in my career.'

Congress ally Ajit Singh's party backs Ramdev campaign

Congress ally Ajit Singh's party backs Ramdev campaign

Rediff.com7 Jun 2012

Another Congress ally, the Rashtriya Lok Dal on Thursday came out in support of yoga guru Baba Ramdev's campaign against black money and corruption, with the latter saying he will put a fresh proposal before the government during the coming monsoon session of Parliament

Rishabh Pant removed as Test vice-captain; Dubey, Suthar, Brar picked for Afghanistan Test

Rishabh Pant removed as Test vice-captain; Dubey, Suthar, Brar picked for Afghanistan Test

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Rishabh Pant loses India Test vice-captaincy and is dropped from the ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, while K L Rahul returns as deputy and young players earn maiden call-ups.

Ajit Singh finally vacates govt bungalow, yet to pay fine

Ajit Singh finally vacates govt bungalow, yet to pay fine

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

After 118 days of unauthorised stay and a bitter stand-off with the government, former union Minister Ajit Singh today finally vacated the 12 Tughlaq Road bungalow in New Delhi.

NCP Leader Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Account of Fatal Plane Crash

NCP Leader Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Account of Fatal Plane Crash

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar has raised concerns about the statement given by VSR Ventures owner V K Singh to the Crime Investigation Department (CID) regarding the plane crash that killed former Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others. Pawar questions whether Singh is attempting to blame the pilot for the accident.

Aditi Rao Hydari-Siddharth-Bhumi Pednekar Attend A Wedding

Aditi Rao Hydari-Siddharth-Bhumi Pednekar Attend A Wedding

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Costume designer Eka Lakhani, known for films like Mardaani 3, Dunki, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, Shershaah, The Sky Is Pink, NH 10 and many more, got married to Sitaare Zameen Par Producer Ravi Bhagchandka at St Regis in Mumbai on March 14, followed by the reception the next day.

Numbers game: Bardhan meets RLD chief Ajit Singh

Numbers game: Bardhan meets RLD chief Ajit Singh

Rediff.com17 Jul 2008

The Left continued to reach out to other parties in its bid to topple the UPA Government with CPI General Secretary A B Bardhan meeting RLD chief Ajit Singh in New Delhi on Thursday.

Ajit Singh to move out of government accomodation by September 25

Ajit Singh to move out of government accomodation by September 25

Rediff.com14 Sep 2014

A day after the Centre cracked the whip by disconnecting power and water supplies to the official accommodation of former union minister Ajit Singh, the Rashtriya Lok Dal leader on Sunday said he will vacate the accommodation by 25th of this month.

Govt to focus on low-cost airports: Ajit Singh

Govt to focus on low-cost airports: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

15 more airports are approved.

Dhurandhar 2: Unmasking The Real Life Figures Behind the Characters

Dhurandhar 2: Unmasking The Real Life Figures Behind the Characters

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Uncover the real life figures that inspired the characters in Dhurandhar The Revenge, from Pakistani politicians and notorious gangsters to infamous terrorists.

RLD MP, Ajit Singh's former aide join Samajwadi Party

RLD MP, Ajit Singh's former aide join Samajwadi Party

Rediff.com8 Jan 2012

In a jolt to Rashtriya Lok Dal, its Rajya Sabha member of Parliament Shahid Siddiqui and Anuradha Chowdhury, a former aide of party chief Ajit Singh, on Sunday joined the Samajwadi Party ahead of the Uttar Pradesh assembly polls.

Jet-Etihad pact a win-win deal: Ajit Singh

Jet-Etihad pact a win-win deal: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

Describing the over Rs 2,000 crore (Rs 20 billion) business proposal between Jet and Etihad airlines as a win-win deal, Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh on Thursday said it will be beneficial for flyers.

MLA Rohit Pawar Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Statement on Learjet Crash

MLA Rohit Pawar Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Statement on Learjet Crash

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has questioned whether VSR Ventures owner V K Singh is attempting to blame the pilot for the Learjet crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others in January. Pawar cites media reports about Singh's purported submission to the CID, raising concerns about the investigation's transparency.

Sehwag, Malaika, Yuvraj, Rhea At Kritika Kamra-Gaurav Kapur's Shaadi

Sehwag, Malaika, Yuvraj, Rhea At Kritika Kamra-Gaurav Kapur's Shaadi

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

There were Test cricketers and actors at the Kritika-Gaurav wedding.

Ajit Singh in! Next on Congress agenda: OBC quota for Jats

Ajit Singh in! Next on Congress agenda: OBC quota for Jats

Rediff.com18 Dec 2011

On Sunday, Rashtiya Lok Dal chief Ajit Singh was sworn in as Union Cabinet Minister. And the next move of the Congress, in the run up to the Uttar Pradesh elections, is to grant reservations to Jats in the central list of Other Backward Classes. Neerja Chowdhury analyses

Ajit Singh to meet Sonia to discuss alliance for UP poll

Ajit Singh to meet Sonia to discuss alliance for UP poll

Rediff.com9 Dec 2011

Sources in the Congress Party have said that the Rashtriya Lok Dal leader is likely to be given the civil aviation portfolio and will contest 45 to 50 seats in western UP. Renu Mittal reports.

Ajit Singh set to join Union Cabinet on Sunday

Ajit Singh set to join Union Cabinet on Sunday

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

Rashtriya Lok Dal chief Ajit Singh will be inducted as a Union Cabinet minister on Sunday in a minor expansion of the Council of Ministers by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

KFA should revive for its employees, passengers: Ajit Singh

KFA should revive for its employees, passengers: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

Says the airline should present satisfactory operating plan to DGCA and work on its rescue plans

RLD supporters, police clash in Muradnagar over Ajit Singh's eviction

RLD supporters, police clash in Muradnagar over Ajit Singh's eviction

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Rashtriya Lok Dal chief Ajit Singh's supporters on Thursday clashed with the police over the move to evict him from the government residence in Delhi even as the Centre rejected his demand that the house be converted into a memorial to his father, former Prime Minister Charan Singh.

World Cup 2027: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Under Keen Watch In IPL 2026

World Cup 2027: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Under Keen Watch In IPL 2026

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

IPL 2026 will be more about tracking the performance of those 20-odd players who are going to be in the mix for the 50-overs World Cup.

'Kejriwal Needs To Learn From Modi'

'Kejriwal Needs To Learn From Modi'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

'The entire party is centred around one man and that is Arvind Kejriwal.' 'Till the time you are in Kejriwal's good books you are powerful. The day you are not with him, you are no one in the party.'

Ajit Singh asks secular forces to come together

Ajit Singh asks secular forces to come together

Rediff.com5 Apr 2014

Launching a scathing attack on Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, Union minister and Rashtriya Lok Dal president Ajit Singh has called for unity among secular forces to prevent communal elements from gaining an upper hand in the Lok Sabha elections.