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Rajnath Singh appeals for peace as GJM supporters take out silent protest

Rajnath Singh appeals for peace as GJM supporters take out silent protest

Rediff.com18 Jun 2017

Security personnel in large numbers were deployed in the hill district of West Bengal after widespread clashes between GJM activists and the police were witnessed on Saturday.

President approves 4 posthumous Kirti Chakras, 11 Shaurya Chakras

President approves 4 posthumous Kirti Chakras, 11 Shaurya Chakras

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

President Droupadi Murmu has approved 76 gallantry awards, including four Kirti Chakras posthumously and 11 Shaurya Chakras to personnel of the security forces, on the eve of the 77th Independence Day, officials said.

Have open mind on alliance for UP polls: Priyanka Gandhi

Have open mind on alliance for UP polls: Priyanka Gandhi

Rediff.com18 Jul 2021

Asked whether the Congress will go it alone on all the 403 assembly seats in the state or align with some political party, the party general secretary told reporters in an informal meeting here, "It is too early to say."

Rajasthan minister blames love affairs for many Kota suicides

Rajasthan minister blames love affairs for many Kota suicides

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Rajasthan minister Shanti Dhariwal has said love affair was a reason behind many suicide cases among students, including a 16-year-old girl who died at her hostel recently, provoking her father to ask him for evidence.

Shooter Rhythm breaks world record but misses medal

Shooter Rhythm breaks world record but misses medal

Rediff.com13 May 2023

India registered a no-medal day for the first time in the tournament. Even though Rhythm topped qualification with her 595, teammates Esha Singh and Manu shot 582 and 578 respectively to finish at 13th and 27th positions.

Mahadev app: Courier boy firm on allegation against Baghel, ED tells court

Mahadev app: Courier boy firm on allegation against Baghel, ED tells court

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

The ED said Das stated that his first statement given to the agency on November 3 last year in which he cited Baghel's name was "true and correct".

Why Jats Want CM Post In Rajasthan

Why Jats Want CM Post In Rajasthan

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

The Jats are a political force in Rajasthan and the community's presence in 85 assembly constituencies may tilt the balance in electoral politics.

Hit-and-run case: Salman's defence of not driving rejected by prosecution

Hit-and-run case: Salman's defence of not driving rejected by prosecution

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

The prosecution on Wednesday rejected Bollywood star Salman Khan's defence that it was his driver Ashok Singh who was driving his vehicle at the time of the 2002 mishap, saying it appears to be a "brought up" witness whose contention was belated and introduced at the fag end of the trial.

Number of women in blue-collar jobs increasing across manufacturing sector

Number of women in blue-collar jobs increasing across manufacturing sector

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

"Lady candidates need not apply." So read the postscript in a job notice from Telco (now Tata Motors) on a notice board in the corridors of the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (now Bengaluru), in 1974. Irked, Sudha Murty, who was then pursuing her masters in computer science at the institute, wrote a postcard to JRD Tata, expressing her surprise at this gender discrimination, especially since the Tata Group were pioneers on many fronts. Shortly, Murty became the first woman on the firm's shop floor.

CAA comes as relief for 35,000 Hindu migrants from Sindh

CAA comes as relief for 35,000 Hindu migrants from Sindh

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

'A large number of people from Sindh province will now opt to migrate to India as they would be granted citizenship through an easy process.'

What Vasundhara Raje says on Gehlot's bombshell

What Vasundhara Raje says on Gehlot's bombshell

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Terming Gehlot's "praises" for her as a big conspiracy, Raje in a statement on Sunday night said he "has made such outrageous and untrue allegations because of the rebellion happening in his own party and diminishing mass base".

All Rajasthan ministers resign ahead of Cabinet reshuffle

All Rajasthan ministers resign ahead of Cabinet reshuffle

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

State Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasra, who along with two other ministers had offered to resign in a letter to party's national president Sonia Gandhi, had moved a proposal in this regard at the beginning of the meeting following which all ministers resigned.

Vasundhara Raje refused to topple my govt in 2020: Gehlot

Vasundhara Raje refused to topple my govt in 2020: Gehlot

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Raje however, said that "Gehlot's 'praises' is a big conspiracy" against her.

Former vice president Bhairon Singh Shekhawat dead

Former vice president Bhairon Singh Shekhawat dead

Rediff.com15 May 2010

Former vice president Bhairon Singh Shekhawat died on Saturday, two days after he was admitted to a hospital in Jaipur after he complained of uneasiness and breathing problems. Shekhawat, 87, breathed his last at 11.10 am at the Swai Man Singh Hospital. Shekhawat's condition deteriorated today morning and he was put on ventilator, said Ashok Pangaria, another doctor at the hospital. The former vice president was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit on the night of May 13.

Bypoll results: SP defends Mainpuri, BJP wins 2 seats but loses 1, Congress 2

Bypoll results: SP defends Mainpuri, BJP wins 2 seats but loses 1, Congress 2

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

The ruling BJP in UP, however, lost Khatauli to Samajwadi Party ally Rashtriya Lok Dal.

'United' Gehlot, Pilot fly together to Shimla for Sukhu's swearing-in ceremony

'United' Gehlot, Pilot fly together to Shimla for Sukhu's swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Asked whether it was an effort at unity, he said this is not an attempt but a reality. "We are one."

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

The prime minister will be part of the launch of several development initiatives on his birthday.

Gehlot signals he will contest Cong prez poll if Rahul doesn't

Gehlot signals he will contest Cong prez poll if Rahul doesn't

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Gehlot told Congress MLAs that they will be asked to come to New Delhi if he decides to file his nomination.

Modi opens Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Phase 1; Delhi-Jaipur travel time cut by 50%

Modi opens Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Phase 1; Delhi-Jaipur travel time cut by 50%

Rediff.com12 Feb 2023

The Delhi-Dausa-Lalsot stretch is set to reduce the travel time between the national capital and Jaipur considerably.

'Miffed' CWC wants Gehlot out of presidential race

'Miffed' CWC wants Gehlot out of presidential race

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

With the deepening political crisis in Rajasthan over the appointment of Ashok Gehlot's successor, Congress Working Committee members have demanded from Sonia Gandhi to pull the state chief minister out of the race for the party chief and select another candidate for the top post, sources said on Monday.

Parties hope to gain from 'lucky 7' in 7-phase UP polls

Parties hope to gain from 'lucky 7' in 7-phase UP polls

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

From invoking the 'Saptarishi' (Ursa Major) constellation, seven basic notes of Indian classical music to 'saat phere' (seven circumambulations) -- parties give different reasons and logic to claim that they will emerge victorious in the polls.

'Mera baap sant tha, main nahin hoon'

'Mera baap sant tha, main nahin hoon'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

'She showed courage at every turn in her political career.'

Will July See Controversy In Theatres?

Will July See Controversy In Theatres?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

The summer saw its fair share of hits at the box office. Now, the monsoon has quite a few movie releases from across genres.

Prez Murmu confers 8 Kirti Chakras, 29 Shaurya Chakras to security personnel

Prez Murmu confers 8 Kirti Chakras, 29 Shaurya Chakras to security personnel

Rediff.com9 May 2023

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred eight Kirti Chakras, including five posthumously, to personnel of the Army and paramilitary and police forces for displaying indomitable courage and extraordinary valour in the line of duty.

'Aditi's performance will give boost to Indian golf'

'Aditi's performance will give boost to Indian golf'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

'Public driving ranges will help children to practice their skills and then they come at golf courses to follow their dream and passion.'

Mistry to take on Modi in Vadodara, Ashok Chavan given ticket

Mistry to take on Modi in Vadodara, Ashok Chavan given ticket

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

Ignoring controversies surrounding him over Adarsh housing scam, the Congress has decided to field ex-Maharashtra chief minister Ashok Chavan for the Lok Sabha polls and has fielded Madhusudan Mistry, a close aide of party vice president Rahul Gandhi to take on Narendra Modi in Vadodara. Anita Katyal reports

Sengar gets 10-yr jail for murder of Unnao rape survivor's father

Sengar gets 10-yr jail for murder of Unnao rape survivor's father

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

The woman's father died in judicial custody in April 2018.

Maharaj Plays Cricket

Maharaj Plays Cricket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Saturday and Sunday.

Cong Seva Dal leader dies during Jodo Yatra in Maha; Rahul pays tributes

Cong Seva Dal leader dies during Jodo Yatra in Maha; Rahul pays tributes

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who is leading the 3,570km-long foot-march, expressed grief over the death of Seva Dal general secretary Krishna Kumar Pandey.

Hours after SC verdict, Kejriwal warns officers who...

Hours after SC verdict, Kejriwal warns officers who...

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said the speed of work in the national capital will increase manifold following the Supreme Court verdict on administration of services as his hands were earlier tied and also announced that the officers who 'obstructed' the work of the people will soon 'face the music'.

Andhra cop who died fighting Naxals honoured with Ashok Chakra

Andhra cop who died fighting Naxals honoured with Ashok Chakra

Rediff.com26 Jan 2014

A sub-inspector of the Andhra Pradesh's counter-Maoist force was posthumously awarded the Ashok Chakra, the highest peacetime gallantry award of the country, as India celebrated its 65th Republic Day on Sunday.

'The enemy is trying to break the unity among the wrestlers'

'The enemy is trying to break the unity among the wrestlers'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

Vinesh makes public letter to sports ministry amid controversy over Asiad, World Championship trials.

BSP Beyond Behenji

BSP Beyond Behenji

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

'It is an existential crisis. We cannot recover lost ground through social media. We need to forge alliances and reshape our ideological contours.'

Sena to host 3rd INDIA meet in Mumbai on Aug 31-Sep 1

Sena to host 3rd INDIA meet in Mumbai on Aug 31-Sep 1

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

The two-day deliberations, which will be held at Grand Hyatt in the suburbs, will begin in the evening of August 31 and from 10am on September 1. The meeting will be followed by a press conference, Raut informed.

'I want to command the respect of my men, not demand it'

'I want to command the respect of my men, not demand it'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Anshu Kumar, 21, son of government school teachers from a village in Bihar, won the President's Silver Medal at the NDA. He commanded the grand passing out parade and will go on to join the Indian Navy.

Have You Watched These OTT Films Yet?

Have You Watched These OTT Films Yet?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Deepa Gahlot lists some 2023 movies that you need to watch if you haven't already.

Asian Para Games: India bag 17 medals, including 3 gold

Asian Para Games: India bag 17 medals, including 3 gold

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Prachi Yadav became the first Indian to win a para canoe gold in the Asian Para Games.

Dalit woman dies after being raped, set afire in Rajasthan

Dalit woman dies after being raped, set afire in Rajasthan

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

According to a complaint lodged by the woman's husband, Shakoor Khan broke into their home on Thursday and raped his wife when she was alone.

Veteran leader Jaswant Singh expelled from BJP

Veteran leader Jaswant Singh expelled from BJP

Rediff.com30 Mar 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday night expelled its veteran leader Jaswant Singh, who is contesting the Lok Sabha poll as an Independent in Rajasthan's Barmer constituency against the party's official nominee, after he refused to withdraw his candidature on the last day of withdrawal of nominations.