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A P Singh appointed new CBI director

A P Singh appointed new CBI director

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

Indian Police Services officer Amar Pratap Singh was on Tuesday appointed the new Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation for two years succeeding Ashwani Kumar.

Rajnath, Kejriwal among leaders visiting AIIMS to see Jaitley

Rajnath, Kejriwal among leaders visiting AIIMS to see Jaitley

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

The AIIMS has not issued any bulletin on Jaitley's health condition since August 10.

Lok Sabha elections as good as rigged: Jean Dreze

Lok Sabha elections as good as rigged: Jean Dreze

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Development economist Jean Dreze said the Indian democracy is currently navigating a crisis that is not only limited to the 'recent wave of authoritarianism' but also suppression of opposition voices by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.

Harivanshrai Bachchan's ashes immersed at Sangam

Harivanshrai Bachchan's ashes immersed at Sangam

Rediff.com24 Jan 2003

Thousands were on the banks as Amitabh immersed the ashes at Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati meet.

'Congress lacks guts and numbers'

'Congress lacks guts and numbers'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2004

Accusing the Congress of behaving "arrogantly" and its ministers of destroying the country's federal structure, the\n\nSP said merely by securing 145 seats in the 543-member Lok Sabha the Congress was acting as if it was on cloud nine

Mulayam says family united, refuses to answer 'controversial questions'

Mulayam says family united, refuses to answer 'controversial questions'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

"There is no matbhed (difference) or manbhed (ill feelings) among our leaders," Yadav said.

Majlis wins Andhra bypoll

Majlis wins Andhra bypoll

Rediff.com29 Sep 2003

Wipro wants more land in Noida

Wipro wants more land in Noida

Rediff.com4 Jan 2005

Wipro has already bought a 40 acre plot of land in Greater Noida and is looking for an additional 100 acres.

PIX: Stars, fans say goodbye to Dara Singh

PIX: Stars, fans say goodbye to Dara Singh

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

Dara Singh, who passed away early this morning was cremated at Pawan Hans crematorium in Juhu, a western suburb in Mumbai.

When Karan Johar Yelled, 'Are You Mad?'

When Karan Johar Yelled, 'Are You Mad?'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

'When Bad Newz was given to me to direct, the first thing I did was go back to my childhood.' 'It's an ode to Hindi cinema.'

Behind the BJP's star show in Chhattisgarh: Almost 14% surge in votes

Behind the BJP's star show in Chhattisgarh: Almost 14% surge in votes

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

A string of populist promises, including extension of the free ration scheme announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Mahadev betting app issue and the Hindutva card are among key factors that have catapulted the Bharatiya Janata Party to power in Chhattisgarh after five years.

Please come back, papa: Rajouri martyr's 10-year-old daughter

Please come back, papa: Rajouri martyr's 10-year-old daughter

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Chants of "Neelam Singh Amar Rahe" echoed through the village as Vandana saluted her husband one last time.

Super Filmi Week: John Wick's Amar Akbar Anthony moment

Super Filmi Week: John Wick's Amar Akbar Anthony moment

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

John Wick's Amar Akbar Anthony connection, filmi fundas from Gabbar Singh and best Bollywood songs of 2017 so far, everything you need to know about Sukanya Verma's super filmi week.

Feel 'guilty' and 'cheated' for helping PM Modi: Jethmalani

Feel 'guilty' and 'cheated' for helping PM Modi: Jethmalani

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Eminent lawyer and Rashtriya Janata Dal MP Ram Jethmalani on Sunday said he felt "guilty" and "cheated" for helping Prime Minister Narendra Modi who failed to deliver on his promise of bringing back blackmoney stashed abroad.

'Govt wants to take away women's fundamental right'

'Govt wants to take away women's fundamental right'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'The government wants to ban surrogacy and take away women's fundamental right to do what she wants with her body.'

New Chhattisgarh assembly has 72 crorepati MLAs; 17 face criminal cases

New Chhattisgarh assembly has 72 crorepati MLAs; 17 face criminal cases

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

The BJP tops the list with 43 (80 percent) of 54 MLAs each having declared assets valued at more than Rs 1 crore.

Movies Coming Up In 2024

Movies Coming Up In 2024

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

In a multi-part series, Joginder Tuteja keeps you informed about the theatrical releases coming up in 2024.

PIX: Kareena-Saif-Taimur at Sonam's wedding

PIX: Kareena-Saif-Taimur at Sonam's wedding

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Bollywood looks grand at Sonam's shaadi.

Indian Police Force Review: This Is No Singham!

Indian Police Force Review: This Is No Singham!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Rohit Shetty's strengths have been action and humour; the former he delivers in spades, but the latter is totally lacking in Indian Police Force, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Abohar murder: Amit Doda surrenders, liquor baron remains elusive

Abohar murder: Amit Doda surrenders, liquor baron remains elusive

Rediff.com20 Dec 2015

Amit Doda, one of the accused in Abohar Dalit murder case, has surrendered before police even as the liquor baron and Akali leader Shiv Lal Doda continued to remain elusive.

Prez Poll: What Is Mamata's Game?

Prez Poll: What Is Mamata's Game?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

Mamata Banerjee's sights are not on the next month's Presidential election. She is focusing on another election that will take place in 2024.

Suspense over cabinet as Chhattisgarh CM set to take oath

Suspense over cabinet as Chhattisgarh CM set to take oath

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party will ensure the swearing-in ceremony of the new Chhattisgarh cabinet under Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday will be a 'historic' event which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP leaders and chief ministers, state chief Arun Sao said.

SP family feud: Patch up on cards; Akhilesh returns uncle's portfolios

SP family feud: Patch up on cards; Akhilesh returns uncle's portfolios

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

The announcements were made as per the compromise formula worked out by SP chief Mulayam Singh Yadav who asserted that "There can be no division in the party."

Events That Changed Indian Cricket Forever

Events That Changed Indian Cricket Forever

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Would there have been an incomparable batsman named Sachin Tendulkar had Doordarshan not telecast Guide one summer afternoon? A fascinating excerpt from Abhishek Mukherjee and Joy Bhattacharjya's must-read book, The Great Indian Cricket Circus.

'I have never done one wrong thing in my life'

'I have never done one wrong thing in my life'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Excerpted from Sahara: The Untold Story by Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Sunny Or Akshay? Who Will You Watch?

Sunny Or Akshay? Who Will You Watch?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Which one will you watch on OTT this week? Sukanya Verma gives us her recommendations.

Meet Nadia Nighat, Kashmir's first female football coach

Meet Nadia Nighat, Kashmir's first female football coach

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

The 20-year-old faced a lot of opposition for pursuing an unconventional career path, but she defied all stereotypes and orthodox mindsets.

SC refuses to revisit its verdict on anti-defection law

SC refuses to revisit its verdict on anti-defection law

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

The apex court was deciding on the question whether an expelled member could be disqualified under the law, if he or she defies party whip.

Thousands join in as Modi leads nation in cleanliness drive ahead of Gandhi Jayanti

Thousands join in as Modi leads nation in cleanliness drive ahead of Gandhi Jayanti

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Wielding a broom, the prime minister took part in the drive along with fitness influencer Ankit Baiyanpuriya.

Chh'garh polls: Bilaspur division's multi-polar contests vital for Cong, BJP

Chh'garh polls: Bilaspur division's multi-polar contests vital for Cong, BJP

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Out of the 25 seats, five seats each are reserved for Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes.

Kushinagar mishap: A mother loses all of her 3 kids

Kushinagar mishap: A mother loses all of her 3 kids

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

Devi is crying continuously while her husband Amarjeet sits still, numbed by the terrible shock.

AAP's Ashish Khetan booked for allegedly hurting religious sentiments

AAP's Ashish Khetan booked for allegedly hurting religious sentiments

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

A first information report has been registered against Khetan under Section 295 A (hurting religious sentiments).

PIX: Kangana, SRK party with Aamir, Akki

PIX: Kangana, SRK party with Aamir, Akki

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

A weekend without a party is not Bollywood's scene!

Actor-politician Jaya Prada joins BJP

Actor-politician Jaya Prada joins BJP

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

Speculation has gained ground that she will contest from Rampur as she has been elected from there twice.

PIX: Men's hockey team visits National War Memorial

PIX: Men's hockey team visits National War Memorial

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

The India men's hockey team post their victorious return from Commonwealth Games 2022 visited the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Thursday, to express their gratitude to the brave martyred soldiers of the nation.

Akhilesh Yadav, Ram Gopal Yadav still disqualified from SP?

Akhilesh Yadav, Ram Gopal Yadav still disqualified from SP?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

The disqualifications of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and party member Ram Gopal Yadav were never taken back on papers. Sources said revoking the duo's disqualification was conditional.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan is a light glimpse into healthy young lives ready to soar in their own sweet skin, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Children Will Always Remember Uncle Pai

Children Will Always Remember Uncle Pai

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Uncle Pai, as he was fondly called, inculcated in Indian children a love for and interest in India's glorious past and its heroes.

Rajya Sabha passes bill to appoint CEC, ECs as Opposition walks out

Rajya Sabha passes bill to appoint CEC, ECs as Opposition walks out

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Rajya Sabha on Tuesday passed a bill to regulate the appointment and service terms of Chief Election Commissioner and election commissioners incorporating key amendments like retaining their status at par with Supreme Court judges, upgrading the search committee and inserting a new clause to protect them from court cases while discharging their official duties.

Samajwadi rift deepens; Akhilesh sacks uncle Shivpal, Mulayam hits back

Samajwadi rift deepens; Akhilesh sacks uncle Shivpal, Mulayam hits back

Rediff.com23 Oct 2016

Ruling Samajwadi Party appeared to be headed for a split on Sunday as Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and his party supremo and father Mulayam Singh were engaged in an open face-off, sacking each other's loyalists Shivpal Yadav and Ramgopal Yadav.