News for 'Azad'

'Modi shouldn't have entered Indian dressing room'

'Modi shouldn't have entered Indian dressing room'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

'Would @narendramodi allow his supporters to come and console or congratulate him in his bedroom, dressing room or the toilet?'

DDCA mulls disciplinary action against Azad, Bedi for targeting Jaitley

DDCA mulls disciplinary action against Azad, Bedi for targeting Jaitley

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

The executive committee of Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) is mulluing various disciplinary measures, including issuing show cause notice to former India cricketers Kirti Azad and Bishan Singh Bedi, for making corruption allegations against its former president Arun Jaitley.

Kriti Azad not to take Shah's 'advice', will hold presser

Kriti Azad not to take Shah's 'advice', will hold presser

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

"It was a good meeting (with Shah). I will hold the press conference on Sunday," he said.

Azad's claims nothing new, says former DDCA official Chetan Chauhan

Azad's claims nothing new, says former DDCA official Chetan Chauhan

Rediff.com20 Dec 2015

Reacting to Kirti Azad's claim of financial bunglings in the DDCA, its vice-president Chetan Chauhan said that all the material the BJP MP relied upon for his allegations were taken from the earlier findings on the basis of which S P Bansal was removed as president.

Dadra And Nagar Haveli: How The Portuguese Were Defeated

Dadra And Nagar Haveli: How The Portuguese Were Defeated

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

They realised that the Portuguese were better prepared to defend Daman than Dadra and Nagar Haveli. If reinforcements from Daman were to reach Silvassa, there was no chance of defeating the Portuguese. They decided that cutting Daman's communication lines would have to be their top priority before attacking Silvassa. A fascinating excerpt from Neelesh Kulkarni's new book, Uprising-The Liberation of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

Ghulam Nabi slaps defamation notice on Jairam Ramesh over slave remark

Ghulam Nabi slaps defamation notice on Jairam Ramesh over slave remark

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

The notice, sent through Azad's legal counsel Naresh Kumar Gupta, seeks compensation of Rs 2 crore for causing damage to Azad's "unblemished reputation."

SP leader booked over call to 'burn' UP minister, his house

SP leader booked over call to 'burn' UP minister, his house

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

A video had surfaced on social media which purportedly showed SP leader Mukesh Siddharth making the controversial statement.

Why a translation sparked a Nehru-Harivansh Rai Bachchan verbal spat

Why a translation sparked a Nehru-Harivansh Rai Bachchan verbal spat

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

The argument with Nehru happened when Bachchan translated the president's speech in English into Hindi, which in accordance with regular practice was to be delivered by the vice president.

Azad made leader of Congress in Rajya Sabha

Azad made leader of Congress in Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com8 Jun 2014

Former Union Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad on Sunday appeared all set to become Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha after his appointment as Leader of Congress in the Upper House.

Maratha quota: Jarange to start hunger strike from Jan 20

Maratha quota: Jarange to start hunger strike from Jan 20

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

Quota activist Manoj Jarange has announced that he will start an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan in Mumbai from January 20 to intensify his demand of reservation for the Maratha community.

Azad gets bail, can't hold dharnas till Delhi polls are over

Azad gets bail, can't hold dharnas till Delhi polls are over

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Azad has been restrained from visiting Delhi for four weeks. The court also directed him not to hold any dharna in the national capital till the elections are over.

Azad rejects Musharraf's demilitarisation formula

Azad rejects Musharraf's demilitarisation formula

Rediff.com10 Feb 2006

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad in Jammu Friday once again categorically rejected the formula of Pakistani President General Pervez Musharraf of self-governance and demilitarisation of Jammu and Kashmir.

Kashmiris disenchanted with militancy: Azad

Kashmiris disenchanted with militancy: Azad

Rediff.com1 Feb 2006

"People have realized that militancy has given them miseries, devastation and destruction," he said, adding that that state was poised towards lasting peace.

ICA elections: Former players Azad and Gaekwad set for battle

ICA elections: Former players Azad and Gaekwad set for battle

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

The main fight during the three-day Indian Cricketers' Association election will be between former cricketers Kirti Azad and Anshuman Gaekwad to become the male representative nominee to the BCCI Apex Council.

Will continue to fight against graft in DDCA, says Kirti Azad

Will continue to fight against graft in DDCA, says Kirti Azad

Rediff.com10 Jan 2016

He also expressed doubts about fairness in a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into alleged corruption in the DDCA.

Ghulam Nabi Azad moves SC to visit his home in J-K

Ghulam Nabi Azad moves SC to visit his home in J-K

Rediff.com15 Sep 2019

He had tried to visit the state after the abrogation of Jammu and Kashmir's special status but was sent back from the airport by authorities.

J&K: Azad's toughest challenge

J&K: Azad's toughest challenge

Rediff.com2 Nov 2005

'One of the greatest stories in world sport': Cricketing world hails Jaiswal

'One of the greatest stories in world sport': Cricketing world hails Jaiswal

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Prolific opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his maiden Test double hundred in the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, becoming the third youngest Indian to achieve the feat in his nascent-but-remarkable career.

'Discrimination Is Present Among Scheduled Castes Too'

'Discrimination Is Present Among Scheduled Castes Too'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

'All of these guys who are opposing the Supreme Court judgment are from dominant scheduled caste communities and none of them come from the scavenging community.' 'Not a single scavenging leader will oppose this Supreme Court judgment.'

Azad Maidan shooting victims move high court

Azad Maidan shooting victims move high court

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

A petition has been filed in the Bombay high court seeking action in the matter of complaints that were made before the Azad Maidan police station pertaining to the recent riots connected to the Assam issue.

Make selection more professional: Azad

Make selection more professional: Azad

Rediff.com25 Apr 2005

The former India all-rounder supported outgoing coach John Wright's view that the selection committee should be accountable for its actions.

BJP to move privilege motion against Azad

BJP to move privilege motion against Azad

Rediff.com7 May 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday alleged that Health and Family Welfare Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad had placed wrong facts in the Lok Sabha on 15 occasions in the last three years and insisted it will move a Privilege Motion against him for "misleading" the House. BJP Member of Parliament from West Champaran Sanjay Jaiswal told reporters that Azad has been misleading the House for the past three years on issues.

Reeda's kin misunderstood me, says apologetic Azad

Reeda's kin misunderstood me, says apologetic Azad

Rediff.com9 Aug 2009

Azad had earlier in the day come under attack from the Reeda's family, which accused him of being insensitive towards her and demanded an apology from him.

Bollywood's Eid Looks Cuter This Year

Bollywood's Eid Looks Cuter This Year

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Film folk posted moments from their Eid celebrations.

BCCI stops benefit payment to Kirti Azad

BCCI stops benefit payment to Kirti Azad

Rediff.com23 May 2012

The BCCI may have dropped his name from the list of former cricketers who will get one-time benefit payment but a defiant Kirti Azad has said that he will not stop from raising his voice against the Indian Premier League and the Board.

Aamir's Daughter Ira Weds

Aamir's Daughter Ira Weds

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Aamir Khan's daughter Ira Khan wed Nupur Shikhare on Wednesday, January 3, at Mumbai's Taj Lands End hotel.

Hrithik Finds His 'Home' In Saba

Hrithik Finds His 'Home' In Saba

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

'We all look for that place. That place where you can feel warm, inspired and safe enough in a partnership -- just enough, to be able to shout out together 'C'mon life, gimme what you got, bring on the adventure!!' That's what it feels like with you.'

Ghulam Nabi Azad asked to prove identity at polling booth

Ghulam Nabi Azad asked to prove identity at polling booth

Rediff.com10 Apr 2014

Union Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, who is contesting first election of his political career, was up for a surprise on Thursday as he was asked by a polling officer in Jammu to prove his identity to cast vote after the senior Congress leader failed to furnish his voter card.

SC stays order to display owners' name on Kanwar Yatra eateries

SC stays order to display owners' name on Kanwar Yatra eateries

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday imposed an interim stay on directives passed by the Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand governments that eateries along the Kanwar Yatra route must display names of owners.

Kirti Azad to go ahead with presser on 'corruption' in DDCA

Kirti Azad to go ahead with presser on 'corruption' in DDCA

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

His assertion came after BJP general secretary Ramlal called him earlier in the day for a meeting, apparently to persuade him against attacking Jaitley.

PIX: Aamir's son Azad plays football

PIX: Aamir's son Azad plays football

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

Aamir Khan played football match along with Abhishek Bachchan for daughter Ira's charity.

Kashmir Faces Power Crisis

Kashmir Faces Power Crisis

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The Kashmir valley is facing a shortage of electricity at the beginning of the long winter.

Article 370: Gupkar parties hope for favourable verdict

Article 370: Gupkar parties hope for favourable verdict

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party said that there should not be any politics on the Supreme Court ruling and everyone should respect it.

BJP, Congress spar over Azad's remarks on RSS and Islamic State

BJP, Congress spar over Azad's remarks on RSS and Islamic State

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

While the ruling party and its ministers wanted Azad to withdraw his controversial remarks and apologise, the Congress leader denied drawing any parallel between the two.

Azad submits report on Telangana to Sonia

Azad submits report on Telangana to Sonia

Rediff.com30 Sep 2011

Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad on Friday met Congress President Sonia Gandhi and is understood to have submitted a report on his consultations with party lawmakers from Andhra Pradesh on the Telangana issue, amid mounting pressure for an "early decision" on the statehood demand.

Bedi, Azad call for DDCA president Jaitley's head

Bedi, Azad call for DDCA president Jaitley's head

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

Former players Bishan Singh Bedi and Kirti Azad today sought DDCA president Arun Jaitley's resignation for 'ruining Delhi's cricket' and his 'incapability and incompetence in handling the affairs of the DDCA.

Omar Abdullah 'will quit politics' if BJP...

Omar Abdullah 'will quit politics' if BJP...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

National Conference (NC) vice president Omar Abdullah Friday challenged the Bharatiya Janata Party to contest Lok Sabha polls in the Kashmir Valley, saying he will quit politics if the national party's candidates do not lose their security deposits.

Kalki 2898 AD Review: The Force Is Strong

Kalki 2898 AD Review: The Force Is Strong

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Prabhas may be the face of Kalki 2898 AD's heroics but the real bang for your buck is delivered in Amitabh Bachchan's indefatigable energy providing Kalki's biggest wolf-whistle moments, applauds Sukanya Verma.

At Ira Khan's Mehendi Ceremony

At Ira Khan's Mehendi Ceremony

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

According to reports, Salman Khan hosted Ira's mehendi ceremony at his home in Bandra, north west Mumbai.

Bhim Army chief Chandra Shekhar Aazad injured in gun attack in UP

Bhim Army chief Chandra Shekhar Aazad injured in gun attack in UP

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

The officer added the Saharanpur police has also reached out to its counterpart in adjoining districts to seek their support in the effort to nab the attackers.