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12 killed, 11 injured as trailer rams into bus in Rajasthan

12 killed, 11 injured as trailer rams into bus in Rajasthan

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The bus was on its way from Gujarat to Mathura in Uttar Pradesh when the accident occurred around 4.30 am, they said.

BJP's politics is about misguiding people: Sonia Gandhi

BJP's politics is about misguiding people: Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has promised to provide free MRI and CT scan to patients if brought back to power. Shahnawaz Akhtar reports

CBI rejecting riot victims' FIRs could hit Gehlot government in polls

CBI rejecting riot victims' FIRs could hit Gehlot government in polls

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

Two years after the Gopalgarh riots rocked Rajasthan, the violent episode has again hit headlines after the Central Bureau of Investigation, which is probing the case, closed 14 of the 19 First Information Reports filed in connection with the riots.

Heavy rains bring Rajasthan to standstill, 12 killed

Heavy rains bring Rajasthan to standstill, 12 killed

Rediff.com22 Aug 2012

Twelve persons have died and many have been evacuated from their homes due to heavy rains on Wednesday in Rajasthan where the incessant downpour has brought normal life to a standstill.

Rajasthan MLAs to stay in hotel till RS poll

Rajasthan MLAs to stay in hotel till RS poll

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has alleged that the BJP was conspiring to poach the MLAs in order to destabilise his government, a charge denied by the saffron party.

Sonia leans on Congress old guard to defuse Rajasthan crisis

Sonia leans on Congress old guard to defuse Rajasthan crisis

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Congress observers for Rajasthan on Tuesday recommended disciplinary action against three key loyalists of Ashok Gehlot but did not seek any action against the chief minister, as the party scampered to resolve the crisis that has cast a shadow on the election of the party president.

Congress hits the streets across India against Rahul Gandhi's grilling

Congress hits the streets across India against Rahul Gandhi's grilling

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

Congress leaders and workers took to the streets on Monday in Delhi and various state capitals as Rahul Gandhi appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in New Delhi for questioning in the National Herald case, with the opposition party accusing the Modi government of 'trampling on democracy'.

When unity is required..: Manish Tewari flays 'ill-informed' Congressmen

When unity is required..: Manish Tewari flays 'ill-informed' Congressmen

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

'Unfortunately, some ill-informed's would rather take swipes at Dr Manmohan Singh-led UPA govt than fight NDA/BJP'

Bhajan Lal Sharma takes over as Rajasthan CM on his birthday

Bhajan Lal Sharma takes over as Rajasthan CM on his birthday

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

First-time MLA Bhajan Lal Sharma was sworn in as the chief minister of Rajasthan at a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party's top leadership on Friday, 12 days after the party ousted the Congress in the assembly polls.

We'll be kingmakers, says BTP amid Rajasthan crisis

We'll be kingmakers, says BTP amid Rajasthan crisis

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

The BTP chief said the party is now extending support to Gehlot after an assurance that its demands related to the development of tribal areas will be met.

Anti-BJP front: Opposition parties likely to hold mega meet on Nov 22

Anti-BJP front: Opposition parties likely to hold mega meet on Nov 22

Rediff.com11 Nov 2018

Naidu said that efforts are on to bring together all non-BJP parties and that he had met Congress president Rahul Gandhi to discuss measures on protecting democracy.

4 In Race To Be BJP CM In Rajasthan

4 In Race To Be BJP CM In Rajasthan

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Vasundhara Raje, Satish Poonia, Kailash Choudhary: Who will it be if the BJP comes to power in Rajasthan next year?

Unity, hands-on approach: Lessons for Congress from RS polls

Unity, hands-on approach: Lessons for Congress from RS polls

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

Some analysts also pointed out that "outsourcing" political management to regional satraps such as Bhupinder Singh Hooda in Haryana may have proven counterproductive and micromanagement by the Gandhi family was needed.

No post is priority for me, will go by party decision on CM: Gehlot

No post is priority for me, will go by party decision on CM: Gehlot

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

He said he is 'more than satisfied' with his long political career as a five-time Lok Sabha MP, three time Union minister and chief minister for 10 years.

Dom's Take: Rajasthan's Battle Royale

Dom's Take: Rajasthan's Battle Royale

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

Who will win in the end? The Dashing Pilot or the elderly warhorse?

First-time CM Sharma to face challenges over BJP's poor show in Rajasthan

First-time CM Sharma to face challenges over BJP's poor show in Rajasthan

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

If Meena resigns, it is likely to put pressure on other ministers whose areas also saw poor performance in the general elections.

'Should not Uber/Ola drivers need social security?'

'Should not Uber/Ola drivers need social security?'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

'Nobody wants to run an exploitation factory.'

Raj minister quits after remarks against President

Raj minister quits after remarks against President

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

Rajasthan minister Ameen Khan, whose remarks on President Pratibha Patil triggered a controversy, on Thursday submitted his resignation to Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot.

Maya fumes at Cong as all 6 BSP MLAs in Rajasthan defect

Maya fumes at Cong as all 6 BSP MLAs in Rajasthan defect

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

BSP legislators were earlier supporting the Ashok Gehlot government from outside and were in constant touch with the chief minister.

Missing nurse case: Rajasthan CM sacks minister Maderna

Missing nurse case: Rajasthan CM sacks minister Maderna

Rediff.com16 Oct 2011

Rajasthan's controversial minister Mahipal Maderna, who is suspected to be involved in the case of mysterious disappearance of nurse Bhanwari Devi, was on Sunday sacked by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot.

Gehlot govt withdraws 'general consent' for CBI probe in Rajasthan

Gehlot govt withdraws 'general consent' for CBI probe in Rajasthan

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

The state government issued a notification requiring the CBI to take prior consent of the state government for investigation of an offence under Section 3 of the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act, 1946.

Backing Pilot, sacked Raj minister Gudha seeks narco test on all ministers

Backing Pilot, sacked Raj minister Gudha seeks narco test on all ministers

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

On Tuesday, the former minister also claimed that he wanted to table the diary in the assembly.

Sonia Gandhi tests positive for COVID-19 again

Sonia Gandhi tests positive for COVID-19 again

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Sonia Gandhi had tested positive for COVID-19 in early June as well.

Cong seeks rebel MLAs' disqualification from assembly, asks them to return to 'family'

Cong seeks rebel MLAs' disqualification from assembly, asks them to return to 'family'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Rajasthan Assembly Speaker C P Joshi confirmed that disqualification notices have been sent out Tuesday on the basis of the complaint made by the party. The dissidents have to reply by Friday.

'Why do you need Modi's pics on ration bags?'

'Why do you need Modi's pics on ration bags?'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

'If a poor voter sees Modi's picture on ration bags, it is natural he will vote for Modi and the BJP.'

Rajyavardhan Rathore booked for 'misleading' video of Rahul Gandhi

Rajyavardhan Rathore booked for 'misleading' video of Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com3 Jul 2022

A first information report (FIR) was registered in Jaipur on Saturday night against a TV news anchor, Bharatiya Janata Party national spokesperson Rajyavardhan Rathore and others for allegedly spreading falsehood by doctoring Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's comment in Kerala to appear as if it was a remark on the Udaipur tailor's murder.

Gehlot clarifies after Pehlu Khan's sons chargesheeted for smuggling

Gehlot clarifies after Pehlu Khan's sons chargesheeted for smuggling

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

Pehlu Khan's name was mentioned in the summary of the chargesheet.

Rajasthan minister Dhariwal accuses Maken of siding with Sachin Pilot

Rajasthan minister Dhariwal accuses Maken of siding with Sachin Pilot

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Rajasthan minister and key Gehlot-loyalist Shanti Dhariwal on Monday launched a frontal attack on Congress's state in-charge Ajay Maken, alleging that he was talking to party MLAs in a partisan manner and canvassing for Sachin Pilot.

Congress releases manifesto, vows to waive farm loans

Congress releases manifesto, vows to waive farm loans

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

Rajasthan Congress chief Sachin Pilot said the manifesto was prepared after taking opinions through multiple platforms such as social media.

Will Rushdie visit Jaipur Fest? Organisers say YES

Will Rushdie visit Jaipur Fest? Organisers say YES

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

Author Salman Rushdie's visit to India to attend the Jaipur Literature Festival is clouded in uncertainty even as Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said his trip might lead to security problems.

'Sonia, Kharge, Rahul Have A Chalta Hai Attitude'

'Sonia, Kharge, Rahul Have A Chalta Hai Attitude'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'There is some deep rot that has set in the Congress party. This requires an organisational surgery.'

Mali community's quota stir on Day 3 in Raj, internet remains suspended

Mali community's quota stir on Day 3 in Raj, internet remains suspended

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

President of Phule Aarakshan Sangarsh Samiti CP Saini said if the state government fails to fulfil their demands, they will block the Jaipur-Delhi highway.

'Gehlot government is non-functional'

'Gehlot government is non-functional'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

'While the farmers are reeling under a huge debt burden, crop loss due to locust attacks and erratic rainfall, the state is also facing a COVID-19 challenge.' 'In this situation, you have Congress and BJP MLAs trying to outwit each other in a game of thrones'

Rajasthan govt decides to hand over Alwar girl's case to CBI

Rajasthan govt decides to hand over Alwar girl's case to CBI

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

The state government will send the recommendation to the Centre for a CBI probe into the case at the earliest.

Governor bound by cabinet's advice, say legal experts

Governor bound by cabinet's advice, say legal experts

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

The Governor has no discretion and at best he can confer with the chief minister for change of date to hold the session.

Amid poaching concerns, Maha Cong MLAs reach Jaipur

Amid poaching concerns, Maha Cong MLAs reach Jaipur

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

They reached Jaipur in the evening and staying at a resort located on the Delhi highway, source said.

Sachin Pilot shouldn't go Scindia way: Digvijaya

Sachin Pilot shouldn't go Scindia way: Digvijaya

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

'Don't make the mistake that Scindia made. The BJP is unreliable. Nobody who joined it from any other party has succeeded there'

Rahul's tutorial for the Rajasthan Congress

Rahul's tutorial for the Rajasthan Congress

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

The Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi wants state leaders to pull up their socks and deliver results within three months or face consequences, reports Renu Mittal

Modi@4: Congress to observe May 26 as 'betrayal day'

Modi@4: Congress to observe May 26 as 'betrayal day'

Rediff.com23 May 2018

The party will mark four years of the completion of the Modi government with protests in every district of the country

Assam CM's 'communal rhetoric': Cong urges EC to act

Assam CM's 'communal rhetoric': Cong urges EC to act

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Monday hit out at the Election Commission for the 'tone and tenor' of its recent letter to his party while also urging the poll body to act against 'communal and incendiary rhetoric' allegedly used by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during poll campaigns.