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'Like Scindia, many others in Congress feel alienated, wasted'

'Like Scindia, many others in Congress feel alienated, wasted'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

'Political convenience' and 'personal ambition' played a major part in Scindia's decision to the Congress, said a party leader.

Day 1 of 17th Lok Sabha: PM, members take oath

Day 1 of 17th Lok Sabha: PM, members take oath

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

When Modi's name was called out by the Secretary General for taking oath, Members from the ruling National Democratic Alliance thumped the desk greeting the Prime Minister with slogans such as 'Modi Modi' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'.

CJI recuses from hearing Dec 16 convict's review plea

CJI recuses from hearing Dec 16 convict's review plea

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The CJI said one of his relatives had earlier appeared on behalf of the victim's mother in the case and observed that it would be appropriate that some other bench hear the review plea at 10:30 am.

Do you recognise these filmi judges?

Do you recognise these filmi judges?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

Here's looking back the Bollywood's judges over the years.

BJP springs surprise, denies tickets to 6 sitting MPs in UP

BJP springs surprise, denies tickets to 6 sitting MPs in UP

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

The new candidates fielded from these constituencies by the BJP are: SP Singh Baghel (Agra), Parameshwar Lal Saini (Sambhal), Raj Kumar Chaher (Fatehpur Sikri), Jai Prakash Rawat (Hardoi-SC), Ashok Rawat (Misrikh-SC) and Arun Sagar (Shahjahanpur-SC).

Gujarat withdraws Freedom of Religion Bill

Gujarat withdraws Freedom of Religion Bill

Rediff.com10 Mar 2008

The Gujarat government on Monday withdrew the controversial Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill of 2006, which the governor had returned to the Legislative Assembly for reconsideration in August 2007. Governor Nawal Kishore Sharma in his message, read out in the assembly by Speaker Ashok Bhatt while returning the Bill, said he found it to be violative of the Article 25 (A) of the Constitution.

SC decision on contempt proceedings against Kamra on Friday

SC decision on contempt proceedings against Kamra on Friday

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

The pleas came up for hearing before a bench headed by Justice Ashok Bhushan which heard the submissions of advocate Nishant R Katneshwarkar, who appeared for one of the petitioners and claimed that Kamra had posted several tweets scandalous to the judiciary.

The problem of Pragya Thakur

The problem of Pragya Thakur

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

'Mahatma Gandhi, even for those on the extreme Hindu Right who believe he founded the politics of Muslim 'appeasement', is suicidal to target,' asserts Shekhar Gupta.

BJP leader, brother shot dead in J-K's Kishtwar

BJP leader, brother shot dead in J-K's Kishtwar

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

Immediately after the attack, people started assembling outside the residence of Parihar and refused entry of senior police officers, who were even manhandled.

Now, get ready to shell out more for potatoes

Now, get ready to shell out more for potatoes

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

Large stocks were ruined in transit due to thunderstorm and rainfalls in the north and the north-east states, resulting in fewer kilos of potatoes at mandis.

There've have been lapses: SC to Centre on migrants' miseries

There've have been lapses: SC to Centre on migrants' miseries

Rediff.com26 May 2020

Referring to various media reports showing the 'unfortunate and miserable conditions' of migrant labourers walking on foot and cycling long distances after the lockdown, the top court issued notices to the Centre, the states and union territories and sought their replies by May 28.

72 dead as Super Cyclone Amphan devastates West Bengal

72 dead as Super Cyclone Amphan devastates West Bengal

Rediff.com22 May 2020

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Thursday that at least 72 people have died due to Cyclone Amphan and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the affected districts and provide help to 'rebuild those areas from scratch'

Ahmed Patel wins Gujarat RS seat in nail-biting contest

Ahmed Patel wins Gujarat RS seat in nail-biting contest

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

He secured required 44 votes after votes of two Congress MLAs who cross-voted for BJP were rejected by EC.

SC pulls up Maha govt for claiming everything fine on migrant's issue

SC pulls up Maha govt for claiming everything fine on migrant's issue

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Noting there have been instances of "excess" by police and paramilitary personnel against the migrant workers, the court also asked authorities to consider "withdrawal" of criminal cases against some of them for violating social distancing norms.

RIP! 26/11 hero dog Caesar passes away

RIP! 26/11 hero dog Caesar passes away

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

During terror attacks in Mumbai, Caesar saved several lives when he sniffed out two hand grenades left by the terrorists at the busy CST railway station.

Why Narayan Rane is so IMPORTANT for the BJP

Why Narayan Rane is so IMPORTANT for the BJP

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The street-fighter attitude is what keeps Rane going even at 69. The expectation is -- at least in the BJP camp -- that he will be itching for a battle royale with the Shiv Sena in its bastions.

Falling car sales reflects in Nifty Auto's 3-year low

Falling car sales reflects in Nifty Auto's 3-year low

Rediff.com20 Jul 2019

An analysis of past 20 years' demand cycles done by Edelweiss Securities indicates that the auto sector is currently in the middle of a down cycle. Volume recovery, they say, is unlikely to be as sharp as in the past, unless there is strong fiscal support.

Advani qualifies for Asian Championships

Advani qualifies for Asian Championships

Rediff.com20 Apr 2007

Pankaj Advani qualified for the Asian Billiards Championships after topping the selection trials.

Muted Raksha Bandhan celebrations amid COVID pandemic

Muted Raksha Bandhan celebrations amid COVID pandemic

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

Raksha Bandhan festivities were little subdued this year owing to the coronavirus pandemic, with siblings having to rely on technology to wish each other.

With FII money taking wings, govt bends backwards to woo them

With FII money taking wings, govt bends backwards to woo them

Rediff.com11 May 2015

Breather for FIIs: MAT assessments, fresh notices put on hold.

'Huge lapses' by Maharashtra in managing migrant crisis: SC

'Huge lapses' by Maharashtra in managing migrant crisis: SC

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the worst Covid-19 affected state of Maharashtra to be more vigilant and make concerted efforts in identifying and sending the migrant workers still stranded there to their native places. The top court, which directed all states and Union territories to transport all stranded workers by train, bus or other modes within 15 days, said there were "huge lapses" by the Maharashtra authorities in dealing with the issue and asked the government there to announce a suitable place for their registration.

ASK AJIT: 'Accumulate', 'Hold' Or 'Exit'?

ASK AJIT: 'Accumulate', 'Hold' Or 'Exit'?

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries

BJP changes party chiefs in poll-bound MP, Rajasthan

BJP changes party chiefs in poll-bound MP, Rajasthan

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Sources said the new heads of the party in Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh will be announced soon.

1 nation, 1 poll not possible now, says CEC; Sena mocks BJP

1 nation, 1 poll not possible now, says CEC; Sena mocks BJP

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

The Chief Election Commissioner said a legal framework was required to implement the idea of holding simultaneous polls.

Vijay Hazare: Shardul hits 92 as Mumbai thrash Himachal

Vijay Hazare: Shardul hits 92 as Mumbai thrash Himachal

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Mumbai trounced Himachal Pradesh by 200 runs in their final Elite Group D game to remain unbeaten in the league stage

LTCG tax: Grandfathering benefits may elude investors

LTCG tax: Grandfathering benefits may elude investors

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

The tax computation compares the original cost, along with the stock value on January 31, and grants benefit of the higher of the two.

Rupesh scores fluent victories

Rupesh scores fluent victories

Rediff.com17 Jan 2007

Doha Asian Games silver medallist Ashok Shandilya recorded three century breaks -- while scoring beating Chetan Chabra of Haryana in the Senior National Billiards Championship.

How Many Children do BJP MLAs in UP have?

How Many Children do BJP MLAs in UP have?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Given the controversy over Uttar Pradesh's population control moves, Hemant Shivsaran/Rediff.com digs deep to find out how many children BJP MLAs in UP have.

India clinch snooker team bronze

India clinch snooker team bronze

Rediff.com7 Dec 2006

After young Pankaj Advani and experienced Ashok Shandiliya fetched a gold and silver on Tuesday, it was the turn of the snooker team, comprising Aditya Mehta, Yasin Merchant and Rupesh Shah, to bring cheer to the Indian camp.

Modi to be sworn in as PM on May 30

Modi to be sworn in as PM on May 30

Rediff.com26 May 2019

The ceremony will be held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

What Ahmed Patel's win means for the Congress

What Ahmed Patel's win means for the Congress

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

Patel's victory, which came against heavy odds, has given the Congress and the rest of the Opposition the confidence that Modi and Shah weren't invincible.

'What the party decides is the law for Vasundhara Raje'

'What the party decides is the law for Vasundhara Raje'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

'Change is the rule of politics.'

Centre's talks with farmers fail, next meet on Dec 3

Centre's talks with farmers fail, next meet on Dec 3

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

The farmer representatives were unanimous in seeking repeal of the 3 laws.

Should you accumulate this stock for 15-20 years?

Should you accumulate this stock for 15-20 years?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Alok Kumar in final of IBSF World Billiards

Alok Kumar in final of IBSF World Billiards

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

Alok Kumar stormed into the final of the IBSF World Billiards Championship in Leeds on Friday and set up a title clash with Englishman David Causier.

Cong-NCP will sit in Oppn: Pawar rules out tie-up with Sena

Cong-NCP will sit in Oppn: Pawar rules out tie-up with Sena

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

"If we had the numbers, we wouldn't have waited for anyone. The Congress and the NCP didn't cross the 100 mark...we will work as a responsible opposition," Pawar said.

Ahankar has been many a leader's undoing

Ahankar has been many a leader's undoing

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

'BJP leaders might ponder the all-consuming arrogance that grips the Modi-Shah combine a year ahead of the next general election,' says Sunil Sethi.

8 lessons for the BJP from Maharashtra

8 lessons for the BJP from Maharashtra

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

There are limitations to milking national security, says Sanjeev Nayyar.

Shandilya, Sethi in last four

Shandilya, Sethi in last four

Rediff.com4 May 2006

Both scored fluent victories in the quarter-finals of the Shivaji Park Gymkhana Open billiards tournament.