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How will IPL's foreign players return home?

How will IPL's foreign players return home?

Rediff.com4 May 2021

We will find a way to send back foreign players, says IPL chairman Brijesh Patel.

Gujarat 'unassailable fortress of BJP': Shah

Gujarat 'unassailable fortress of BJP': Shah

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Shah said the people of Gujarat would seek an answer from Congress in December, when the state goes to polls.

5 PSUs gave Rs 1.47 bn for Statue of Unity

5 PSUs gave Rs 1.47 bn for Statue of Unity

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

ONGC, Hindustan Petroleum, Bharat Petroleum, Indian Oil and Oil India listed the spending as part of their mandatory CSR commitment, but CAG noted that the Sardar Patel statue did not qualify for CSR funding.

What do Indians Vote For?

What do Indians Vote For?

Rediff.com3 May 2021

'Many Indians are not voting mostly on the basis of issues like the economy and their own well-being as measured by data provided by the government.' 'They seem to be as concerned and perhaps more concerned about other things, especially those that have to do with the harassment of India's minorities,' asserts Aakar Patel.

47 killed as bus plunges into canal in MP's Sidhi district

47 killed as bus plunges into canal in MP's Sidhi district

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said he ordered to stop the water outflow from the Bansagar dam so that the water level in the canal can go down, which will aid in rescue operations.

UP minister quits Yogi cabinet, may join Akhilesh; 3 MLAs follow him out

UP minister quits Yogi cabinet, may join Akhilesh; 3 MLAs follow him out

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Informing about his decision, Maurya said in a tweet in Hindi, 'Due to the attitude of gross neglect towards Dalits, backwards, farmers, unemployed youth and small and medium-sized traders, I am resigning from the council of ministers of Yogi (Adityanath) of UP.'

Rahul, Prashant Kishor, 2 ministers among Pegasus 'targets'

Rahul, Prashant Kishor, 2 ministers among Pegasus 'targets'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi, Bharatiya Janata Party ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Prahlad Singh Patel, as also former election commissioner Ashok Lavasa and poll strategist Prashant Kishor were among those whose phone numbers were listed as potential targets for hacking through an Israeli spyware sold only to the government agencies, an international media consortium reported on Monday.

IPL: Shaw scintillates in Delhi Capitals easy win over KKR

IPL: Shaw scintillates in Delhi Capitals easy win over KKR

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

Opener Prithvi Shaw smashed six fours in the first over in a stunning batting display on his way to a blistering 82 as Delhi Capitals crushed Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in the IPL, in Ahmedabad, on Thursday.

Rahul summoned by 2 Guj courts in defamation cases

Rahul summoned by 2 Guj courts in defamation cases

Rediff.com9 Jul 2019

The complaints were filed by Bharatiya Janata Party leaders for allegedly calling Union Minister Amit Shah a "murder accused" and saying that "all thieves have Modi as surname".

Gujarat in command against MP

Gujarat in command against MP

Rediff.com3 Nov 2012

Gujarat bowlers put up a clinical show to leave Madhya Pradesh reeling at 212 for eight in reply to the visitors' 355 in their Group A Ranji Trophy match in Indore on Saturday.

Cong shifts MLAs to Rajasthan after FIR against Guj resort

Cong shifts MLAs to Rajasthan after FIR against Guj resort

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

After the resignations of three MLAs, the Congress, whose strength has been reduced to 65 in the 182-member House, had earlier shifted its legislators to three resorts in Rajkot, Ambaji in Banaskantha district and Anand in Gujarat to thwart any 'poaching' bid. However, a police complaint was on Sunday filed for alleged violation of lockdown norms against a resort in Rajkot district where the Congress had lodged some of its MLAs.

Guj RS poll: Has NCP dumped Congress to back BJP?

Guj RS poll: Has NCP dumped Congress to back BJP?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

NCP MLA Kandhal Jadeja said his party has decided to support BJP candidate.

All anti-BJP parties should unite under UPA banner: Sena

All anti-BJP parties should unite under UPA banner: Sena

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

The Congress, which is in the Opposition at the national level, has turned 'feeble and disintegrated', Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana said on Saturday, and suggested that all anti-Bharatiya Janata Party parties, including the Sena, should come together under the UPA banner to provide a formidable alternative.

PM-CARES not a govt fund; audit reports on website: Centre tells HC

PM-CARES not a govt fund; audit reports on website: Centre tells HC

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

The PM CARES Fund is not a Government of India fund and the amount collected by it does not go to the Consolidated Fund of India, the Delhi High Court has been informed.

'Find your party prez': Shah, Digvijay spar in Rajya Sabha

'Find your party prez': Shah, Digvijay spar in Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

Singh asked Shah not to act with 'political motives' while being a home minister.

If Dhoni didn't care for you as a player, then...

If Dhoni didn't care for you as a player, then...

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Rajneesh Gupta look at how many players fell by the wayside during the tenure of India's last four captains.

Don't Use Netaji To Score Political Points

Don't Use Netaji To Score Political Points

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

Bose's views make it amply clear how he would have dealt with communal and supremacist forces post-Independence had he been there at the helm instead of Nehru, points out Utkarsh Mishra.

The Politics behind Modi's Reshuffle

The Politics behind Modi's Reshuffle

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The reshuffle had politics at its heart, so the biggest complement of new ministers, both Cabinet rank and below, came from UP, which will see assembly elections in a few months.

Trump to open world's biggest cricket stadium in Motera

Trump to open world's biggest cricket stadium in Motera

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

With capacity for 110,000 spectators, the Motera Stadium will dislodge the Melbourne Cricket Ground as the world's largest cricket stadium.

Ranji roundup: Karnataka in control against Mumbai; Bengal on top

Ranji roundup: Karnataka in control against Mumbai; Bengal on top

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Karnataka took control of their Ranji Trophy quarter-final against Mumbai by taking a commanding 222-run lead over the 41-time champions on day two of the five-day game at the Vidharbha Cricket Association stadium in Jamtha.

Soon after 'agreement', Congress, Patidars spar over candidate list

Soon after 'agreement', Congress, Patidars spar over candidate list

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

Two PAAS members were given tickets in the released list, while the Hardik Patel-led organisation had demanded 20 seats.

Gurkeerat earns surprise call-up in Dhoni-led squad for SA ODIs

Gurkeerat earns surprise call-up in Dhoni-led squad for SA ODIs

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

The talented Punjab youngster Gurkeerat Singh Mann was selected for the upcoming One-day International series against South Africa.

PICS: Neeraj, Mithali, Chhetri, Sreejesh get Khel Ratna honour

PICS: Neeraj, Mithali, Chhetri, Sreejesh get Khel Ratna honour

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Paralympic gold-winners Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, Pramod Bhagat, Krishna Nagar, Manish Narwal were also given the Khel Ratna at a dazzling awards ceremony on Saturday.

Congress leader Motilal Vora passes away at 93

Congress leader Motilal Vora passes away at 93

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Vora was admitted to the Escorts Hospital in Okhla a few days ago with a urinary infection. He also had a lung infection and was put on ventilator support, his family said.

'Nation lost one of its bravest sons': Leaders condole Rawat's demise

'Nation lost one of its bravest sons': Leaders condole Rawat's demise

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

General Bipin Rawat, his wife and 11 others were killed in a helicopter crash near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, the Indian Air Force said.

Can RCB make up lost ground vs Delhi Capitals?

Can RCB make up lost ground vs Delhi Capitals?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

In charge of a house in complete disorder, Virat Kohli will hope that Royal Challengers Bangalore play in the manner that defines his cricket when they meet Delhi Capitals in the IPL match in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Here's why Delhi Daredevils should be worried against Mumbai Indians...

Here's why Delhi Daredevils should be worried against Mumbai Indians...

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

On a roll after five wins on the trot, table toppers Mumbai Indians will look to continue their domination when they clash with struggling Delhi Daredevils in an Indian Premier League game, in Mumbai, on Saturday.

IPL PHOTOS: Shaw shines as Delhi Capitals rout CSK

IPL PHOTOS: Shaw shines as Delhi Capitals rout CSK

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Delhi Capitals rode on Prithvi Shaw's fluent fifty and a disciplined bowling effort to inflict a 44-run defeat on Chennai Super Kings, in the Indian Premier League, in Dubai, on Friday.

Crisis deepens for Congress in Gujarat, 3 more MLAs quit

Crisis deepens for Congress in Gujarat, 3 more MLAs quit

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

The desertion of MLAs is worrying for the party which has fielded its senior leader Ahmed Patel for the Rajya Sabha election.

PICS: Sunrisers snap Delhi Capitals's run for first win

PICS: Sunrisers snap Delhi Capitals's run for first win

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

Images from Tuesday's IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals, in Abu Dhabi.

PM seeks his mother's blessings after poll victory

PM seeks his mother's blessings after poll victory

Rediff.com26 May 2019

Modi and Shah were felicitated at the BJP office in Ahemdabad in the evening.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra invokes Mahatma Gandhi in first tweet

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra invokes Mahatma Gandhi in first tweet

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

The comments on Twitter came hours after the first political rally on Tuesday of the newly appointed Congress general secretary in which Priyanka told electorates that their votes are a "weapon" which should be used wisely, disregarding useless issues and tall claims made by others.

Ranji: Tons by Baba twins put TN on top vs Chattisgarh

Ranji: Tons by Baba twins put TN on top vs Chattisgarh

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

A summary of the first day's proceedings in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

On Hindi Day, Shah pitches for a common language to 'unify' India

On Hindi Day, Shah pitches for a common language to 'unify' India

Rediff.com14 Sep 2019

Shah said Hindi should reach every individual and every home in the country.

England's WTC hopes hang by hair as pink-ball Test against India awaits

England's WTC hopes hang by hair as pink-ball Test against India awaits

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

New Zealand have already booked their spot for the inaugural WTC final, leaving India, England and Australia vying for the other.

IPL final: Will Delhi deny mighty Mumbai a high five?

IPL final: Will Delhi deny mighty Mumbai a high five?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

The unmatched legacy and hegemony created by the galacticos of Mumbai Indians will be thoroughly challenged by a young Mumbaikar Shreyas Iyer, who will lead a passionate-but-unpredictable Delhi Capitals in a cracker of an Indian Premier League final, in Dubai, on Tuesday.

Ranji Trophy: UP stun Maharashtra; Bengal, Karnataka in quarters

Ranji Trophy: UP stun Maharashtra; Bengal, Karnataka in quarters

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

A round-up of results from the Ranji Trophy matches played on Sunday.

Jaitley's health deteriorates: AIIMS sources

Jaitley's health deteriorates: AIIMS sources

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

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

COVID-19: Indian-Americans raise funds for relief work

COVID-19: Indian-Americans raise funds for relief work

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

SEWA International, a leading Indian-American non-profit organisation, has so far raised more than $250,000 for its COVID-19 relief efforts. It is using the money to buy personal protective equipment's, in particular facial masks and surgical masks, to donate free to the local law enforcement officials and hospitals in some of the hot spot areas like New York, who have run out of these essential items.

Modi Hai to Vishvas Hai!

Modi Hai to Vishvas Hai!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Modi is seen as exceptional not only on account of his acts but also owing to his style. He appears to sacrifice his life for the people -- like a fakir, a figure he came to epitomize even more in 2020 by growing a long white beard. Charisma is above accountability, and Modi has grasped these dynamics.