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Yogeshwar questions favouritism in wrestling trials

Yogeshwar questions favouritism in wrestling trials

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Yogeshwar questions 'unfair' trial exemption given to 6 wrestlers by IOA ad-hoc panel

Wrestling row: Babita Phogat joins oversight committee

Wrestling row: Babita Phogat joins oversight committee

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

The allegations were levelled by prominent grapplers such as Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Ravi Dahiya.

'We're going to bring these kids home'

'We're going to bring these kids home'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

'I would put my hand in the ground and have a little listen to what the mountain was doing.' 'Actually, it was still collapsing.' 'And there was a very real possibility that at some stage, without warning, the collapse could continue -- and continue across us, the people who were doing the rescue and also across to the men on the other side, who were being rescued.'

Questions About CUET? Ask The Expert

Questions About CUET? Ask The Expert

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

Anurag Tiwari, National Academic Director, Medical, Aakash+BYJU'S, will address your queries and offer expert advice.

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.

Oppenheimer's Controversial Sex Scene To Be Removed

Oppenheimer's Controversial Sex Scene To Be Removed

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

One of its lovemaking sequences, featuring the film's leading man Cillian Murphy and Florence Pugh, has triggered off an uproar.

Sacked minister says Gehlot not in control of Rajasthan

Sacked minister says Gehlot not in control of Rajasthan

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

Congress in charge for Rajasthan Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa said that the one who does not follow the ideology of the Congress has no place in the party and the decision to sack Gudha was a collective decision.

Cong demands action from PM against WFI chief

Cong demands action from PM against WFI chief

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

'The Sports Minister (Anurag Thakur) should speak out. The Prime Minister should speak out, there should be resignations, and heads should roll immediately.'

Draining weir to retrieve phone: 3 officials booked, 1 suspended

Draining weir to retrieve phone: 3 officials booked, 1 suspended

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

The FIR was lodged against food inspector Rajesh Vishwas, Sub-Divisional Officer of Pakhanjore RL Dhivar and Sub-Engineer Chhotelal Dhruv, both from the water resources department, at the Pakhanjore police station based on a complaint of nayab tehsildar (revenue official) of the area, a police official said.

You have to ask Amit Shah, why Brij Bhushan is not being arrested, lashes out Vinesh Phogat

You have to ask Amit Shah, why Brij Bhushan is not being arrested, lashes out Vinesh Phogat

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Vinesh Phogat alleged on Sunday that the government is trying to protect Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

New bill says those engaged in unlawful acts cannot start newspaper

New bill says those engaged in unlawful acts cannot start newspaper

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

The Rajya Sabha on Thursday passed a bill to replace a British-era law governing the publishing industry and simplify the process for registration of periodicals with the government.

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Focus on nutrition, tailor-made training for specific opponents key to Prannoy's success.

Bollywood's Mantra for 2023: 'Make It Count'

Bollywood's Mantra for 2023: 'Make It Count'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Just where did Bollywood spend New Year's Eve? They tell us.

India Honours World Champion Nikhat Zareen

India Honours World Champion Nikhat Zareen

Rediff.com25 May 2022

Nikhat Zareen, Manisha Moun and Parveen Hooda, who brought honour to the country at the women's World Boxing Championships 2022, were felicitated by Sports Minister Anurag Thakur.

Govt spent Rs 168.8 cr on advertisements so far this fiscal

Govt spent Rs 168.8 cr on advertisements so far this fiscal

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Thakur said no expenditure was incurred on advertisements in foreign media through the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

ITBP gets 9400 personnel to guard 47 new China border posts

ITBP gets 9400 personnel to guard 47 new China border posts

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

According to the government sanction, the fresh manpower will be utilised for manning 47 new border posts and a dozen 'staging camps' or troops bases along this frontier.

Wrestlers write to PM Modi, IOA: 'Biased, unjustified, against right of equality'

Wrestlers write to PM Modi, IOA: 'Biased, unjustified, against right of equality'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Several women wrestlers wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the IOA and the ad-hoc panel running the WFI, requesting "fair trials" for Asian Games.

Rahul Gandhi changes Twitter profile to 'Dis'Qualified MP'

Rahul Gandhi changes Twitter profile to 'Dis'Qualified MP'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Rahul Gandhi, on Friday, was disqualified as a member of the Lok Sabha, a day after a Surat court sentenced him to two years imprisonment in a defamation case filed against him over his 'Modi surname' remark.

Great expectations from Pole Vaulter Baranica at Asian C'ships

Great expectations from Pole Vaulter Baranica at Asian C'ships

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

'She has worked really hard after coming back from injury. The strength and conditioning team have worked really hard to get her in peak physical shape. Technically, she will be using a stiffer and longer pole.'

'Why has WFI chief Singh's resignation not been sought yet?'

'Why has WFI chief Singh's resignation not been sought yet?'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Delhi Commission for Women chief Swati Maliwal raised a question on Friday as to why the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has not been asked to resign, in the wake allegations of sexual harassment levelled against him by female wrestlers.

CSK announce partnership; Fleming to be Texas Super Kings coach

CSK announce partnership; Fleming to be Texas Super Kings coach

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Stephen Fleming will be the coach of Dallas-based Major League Cricket (MLC) club Texas Super Kings (TSK), which announced its partnership with IPL side Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

Akira trailer: The Sonakshi Sinha vs Anurag Kashyap Deathmatch You Never Knew You Wanted

Akira trailer: The Sonakshi Sinha vs Anurag Kashyap Deathmatch You Never Knew You Wanted

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Sonakshi looks to be pushing herself as she deals out roundhouse kicks in Akira trailer!

'It's a win-win for the accused'

'It's a win-win for the accused'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'If he has been able to overcome this major obstacle (withdrawal of POCSO after the complainant and victim withdrew the charge) I don't think he has anything to worry about now.' 'Cancellation of POCSO is akin to giving him a lifeline.'

National Anti-Doping Bill gets parliament nod

National Anti-Doping Bill gets parliament nod

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The Parliament on Wednesday passed a bill which seeks to provide a statutory framework for the functioning of the National Anti-Doping Agency and the National Dope Testing Laboratory.

WFI elections date confirmed; result on same day

WFI elections date confirmed; result on same day

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

The dates for the much-awaited WFI elections have been confirmed, with the results also set to be announced on the same day.

'Angel tax' provisions in Finance Bill will not impact startups

'Angel tax' provisions in Finance Bill will not impact startups

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

The 'angel tax' provision in the Finance Bill will not impact startups in India, a senior government official said on Tuesday. Startups which are registered with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade do not come under the purview, Anurag Jain, the secretary in the department said while speaking at the IVCA Conclave. "Let me put one thing very clearly. It doesn't affect startups in the least," he said, addressing the audience at the event organized by the venture capital industry lobby grouping.

Why Leonardo Is In A Killer Mood

Why Leonardo Is In A Killer Mood

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Martin Scorsese returns with his two favourite actors Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio in his compelling new drama, Killers Of The Flower Moon.

Victims are being pressurised: Protesting Wrestlers

Victims are being pressurised: Protesting Wrestlers

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

Protesting wrestlers alleged that the victims are being pressurised to change their statements.

Govt spent over Rs 3,339 cr on ads in 5 years: Thakur

Govt spent over Rs 3,339 cr on ads in 5 years: Thakur

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

The expenditure was incurred by the government through the Central Bureau of Communication, Thakur said.

'Wish a female-led film was championed more'

'Wish a female-led film was championed more'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'It is definitely disheartening when (Ghoomer) doesn't reach a larger audience, especially when whoever's watched it has come out saying that "It is one of the best things we've seen in a decade" or that "It moved us, and we cried and laughed".'

India to host 2036 Olympics ?

India to host 2036 Olympics ?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

India 'seriously' considering bid for 2036 Games, says sports minister

10 Gangster Shows On OTT

10 Gangster Shows On OTT

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 gangster thrillers on OTT for those who have the stomach for gaalis and gore.

What is Anil Kapoor doing in Rajasthan?

What is Anil Kapoor doing in Rajasthan?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

Making Thar with son Harshvarrdhan Kapoor.

Why is Taapsee So UPSET?

Why is Taapsee So UPSET?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Ranveer's feeling blue... Shamita poses with her ex... Richa steps out in the rain...

WFI Elections: Bajrang, Vinesh making last-ditch effort to prevent Singh from becoming chief

WFI Elections: Bajrang, Vinesh making last-ditch effort to prevent Singh from becoming chief

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

India's top grapplers Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik are reportedly making a last-ditch effort to ensure Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's close aide, Sanjay Singh, does not become the Wrestling Federation of India chief.

Congress dials down on Digvijaya's post thanking Germany

Congress dials down on Digvijaya's post thanking Germany

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

The Congress on Thursday said it firmly believes that India's democratic processes themselves have to deal with the threats posed to its democracy, remarks that came after the Bharatiya Janata Party attacked the opposition party for its leader Digvijaya Singh thanking Germany for "taking note" of Rahul Gandhi's disqualification from the Lok Sabha.

Bureau of Indian Standards to engage e-commerce players for self-regulation

Bureau of Indian Standards to engage e-commerce players for self-regulation

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will engage stakeholders in the e-commerce space to establish standards with the objective of self-regulation, said its deputy director Parul Gupta at the Internet Commerce Summit 2022 in Bengaluru. "Standardisation will allow parties to transact qualified commodities and services at any location and time," said Gupta. BIS recently released standards for e-commerce players, travel portals, and food delivery platforms that publish consumer reviews online, as part of the government's efforts to crack down on fake reviews, said Gupta.

Made In Heaven 2 Review: When Rich Weds Right!

Made In Heaven 2 Review: When Rich Weds Right!

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Clubbing in multiple weddings in one go dilutes some of the conversation. Conflicts are resolved too neatly and grey areas of complicated equations are left on a note of ambiguity, observes Sukanya Verma after watching the second season of Made in Heaven.

Wrestlers take a stand: Demand reform, safety

Wrestlers take a stand: Demand reform, safety

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

India's women wrestlers push for reforms after sexual harassment case

Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat Review: What An Exciting Performer Alaya F Is!

Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat Review: What An Exciting Performer Alaya F Is!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

Hands down, the winner of Anurag Kashyap's patriarchy and privilege pooh-poohing exercise is Amit Trivedi and Shellee's spirited soundtrack, notes Sukanya Verma.