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Sana Khan murder: Husband used BJP functionary as honey-trap for sextortion

Sana Khan murder: Husband used BJP functionary as honey-trap for sextortion

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Khan became part of the racket in March 2021, which continued till her death, he said.

What You Must Know About The Emergency

What You Must Know About The Emergency

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

During Emergency Indira Gandhi acquired absolute power. Lakhs of political opponents, students, activists were arrested.

Can 3 jailed SP MLAs in UP vote in Tuesday's crucial RS polls?

Can 3 jailed SP MLAs in UP vote in Tuesday's crucial RS polls?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

The outcome of the polls to the Rajya Sabha is likely to have an impact in the politically crucial state just ahead of the general elections in the country.

Delhi court frames charges against ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Delhi court frames charges against ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh pleaded not guilty.

More than 61% turnout in sixth phase of LS polls, J-K sees 54% polling

More than 61% turnout in sixth phase of LS polls, J-K sees 54% polling

Rediff.com26 May 2024

The EC said polling percentage in the Anantnag-Rajouri seat in Jammu and Kashmir is the highest in 40 years.

With repeal of farm laws, BJP hopes to recover lost ground in Punjab, UP

With repeal of farm laws, BJP hopes to recover lost ground in Punjab, UP

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

The decision to roll back the farm laws will go a long way in placating the community, which had backed the saffron party wholeheartedly in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha polls besides the 2017 assembly polls, and may queer the opposition's pitch for forging a social alliance of Jats and several smaller communities with Muslims, another numerically strong group in the region, against the BJP, its leaders hope.

'Can never go to heaven': Kharge taunts Shah for Kumbh dip

'Can never go to heaven': Kharge taunts Shah for Kumbh dip

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

The BJP keeps taking dips till it appears good on the camera, he said.

I-T raids against Azam Khan, aides enter Day 3, Rs 800 tax evasion suspected

I-T raids against Azam Khan, aides enter Day 3, Rs 800 tax evasion suspected

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Income tax sleuths who reached Khan's residence on Jail Road in Rampur in Uttar Pradesh at 7 am on Wednesday completed their search Friday evening.

Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra enters Madhya Pradesh

Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra enters Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

On the occasion, Gandhi said their campaign was against hatred, violence and fear being spread in society.

Supporters of BJP MLA Sangeet Som burn effigy of Rajnath

Supporters of BJP MLA Sangeet Som burn effigy of Rajnath

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

Scores of Bharatiya Janata Party workers and supporters of riot-accused Member of Legislative Assembly Sangit Som burnt effigy of party president Rajnath Singh Muzaffarnagar in protest against denial of Lok Sabha ticket to the legislator.

People celebrating Atiq Ahmed's murder are vultures: Owaisi

People celebrating Atiq Ahmed's murder are vultures: Owaisi

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The AIMIM chief questioned whether the public will have any faith in the Constitution and law and order of the country after this incident.

50% of Delhi govt staffers to work from home amid rising air pollution

50% of Delhi govt staffers to work from home amid rising air pollution

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

The Delhi government has ordered half of its staff to work from home, urging private organizations to follow suit as the national capital faces an alarmingly high level of air pollution. The move comes as Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 426 in the "severe" category, with residents reporting health issues. Essential services will continue to operate at full capacity. The government has also advised companies to provide shuttle bus services for employees and suggested that private entities consider shifting office hours to reduce traffic congestion.

Dalal is BJP's 1st Lok Sabha MP to be elected unopposed

Dalal is BJP's 1st Lok Sabha MP to be elected unopposed

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

When the Bharatiya Janata Party's Mukesh Dalal was declared elected unopposed to the Lok Sabha from Surat on Monday, he became the first candidate to achieve the feat from Gujarat since its formation 64 years ago though the erstwhile state of Saurashtra saw a similar instance in 1951.

BJP used Raj Thackeray as pawn, will have to pay for his own karma: NCP

BJP used Raj Thackeray as pawn, will have to pay for his own karma: NCP

Rediff.com6 May 2022

Maharashtra NCP's chief spokesperson Mahesh Tapase also accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of following the use-and-throw policy and added that Raj Thackeray "will have to pay for his own karma".

'400 paar slogan did a great disservice to BJP'

'400 paar slogan did a great disservice to BJP'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

'If all we do is keep on celebrating, then next time you might find that the BJP government is out of Maharashtra'

Why BJP Is Focusing On These Seats

Why BJP Is Focusing On These Seats

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Some have been cherry-picked to assert the BJP's supremacy over its allies or, significantly, its leaders who charted an independent course in the recent past.

Has anything changed, ask Lakhimpur Kheri voters

Has anything changed, ask Lakhimpur Kheri voters

Rediff.com11 May 2024

This appears to be a common refrain in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri Lok Sabha constituency where farmers want better prices for their produce and respite from the stray cattle menace and others want political leaders to talk about job creation instead of issues like the Ram temple and Article 370.

If BJP looks for temples in mosques, then...: SP leader

If BJP looks for temples in mosques, then...: SP leader

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Reacting to the statement, Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary said "insulting the Sanatan Dharma again and again" has become the habit of the Samajwadi Party and its leaders.

BJP, SP spar over pictures of witness Umesh Pal murder accused with leaders

BJP, SP spar over pictures of witness Umesh Pal murder accused with leaders

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

The Congress, meanwhile, alleged that both the Samajwadi Party and the BJP are hand-in-glove with the criminals and were two sides of the same coin.

'After Marathi, Hindi Will Destroy Gujarati'

'After Marathi, Hindi Will Destroy Gujarati'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'I don't know whether the top Gujarati leaders of Indian politics (Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah) in Delhi realise that the narrative of HindiHinduHindustan will eventually destroy their own language too.'

SC grants bail to Ashish Mishra in Lakhimpur Kheri case

SC grants bail to Ashish Mishra in Lakhimpur Kheri case

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday gave bail to ex-Union minister Ajay Mishra's son Ashish Mishra in the case related to the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence that claimed eight lives, and restricted his movement to Delhi or Lucknow.

'Kumbh pilgrims dying of hunger': MPs spar in Parliament

'Kumbh pilgrims dying of hunger': MPs spar in Parliament

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

A war of words erupted in the Indian Parliament on Tuesday between Samajwadi Party (SP) MPs and BJP MP Hema Malini over the alleged mismanagement at the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. SP leaders accused the Uttar Pradesh government of failing to provide adequate food, water, and fuel, leading to the deaths of devotees. Hema Malini, however, defended the event's organization, claiming it was well-managed despite a stampede that occurred on January 29th.

Will Nitish switch sides? JD-U responds to rumours

Will Nitish switch sides? JD-U responds to rumours

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Amid speculation over Nitish Kumar-led Janata Dal-United's next move in the wake of vote counting trends, senior party leader K C Tyagi on Tuesday said they are in the National Democratic Alliance and 'we will be in the NDA'.

'No alliance with BJP in UP under Yogi': Rajbhar

'No alliance with BJP in UP under Yogi': Rajbhar

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

'If there is any possibility, then the BJP has to accept our conditions. There should be caste census in the country, the report of the social justice committee should be implemented, the CM should be from backward caste and also the poor must be provided a uniform, mandatory and free education as well as free medical treatment.'

Akhilesh slams UP govt over traffic chaos, filth at Maha Kumbh

Akhilesh slams UP govt over traffic chaos, filth at Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday criticized the Uttar Pradesh government over the severe traffic congestion in Prayagraj, claiming it has led to a shortage of essential commodities and inconvenienced devotees visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela. He also posted a video on X with people sharing their experiences and pointing out at the chaos. Yadav alleged that the officials are giving orders sitting in their rooms but are not coming down to the ground and that residents of Prayagraj have got nothing except filth, traffic jams and price rise.

Is Trouble Brewing For Modi In BJP?

Is Trouble Brewing For Modi In BJP?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

As the 240-seater prime minister attempts to moderate his image of hardline hero, he has made room for others to elbow in and that is what is happening. And that it what will continue to happen from inside the BJP, notes Aakar Patel.

UP madrasas to get Urdu translation of 'Mann ki Baat'

UP madrasas to get Urdu translation of 'Mann ki Baat'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Uttar Pradesh BJP Minority Morcha President Kunwar Basit Ali has compiled 12 episodes of the prime minister's radio programme for the year 2022.

Markets crash: Pollster Pradeep Gupta 'open to probe'

Markets crash: Pollster Pradeep Gupta 'open to probe'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Facing opposition fire for exit polls allegedly being used for stock market manipulation, Axis My India's chief Pradeep Gupta has said he is open to facing all kinds of investigations and it would help do business in a much better way if the government frames specific regulations for pollsters.

Holi comes once a year, but Jumma 52 times: Sambhal cop sparks row

Holi comes once a year, but Jumma 52 times: Sambhal cop sparks row

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

A police officer in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, has sparked outrage after suggesting that those uncomfortable with Holi colors should remain indoors, drawing criticism from opposition parties who accused him of bias and demanded action. The officer's remarks came during a peace committee meeting ahead of Holi, which coincides with Friday prayers during Ramzan. Opposition leaders condemned the statements, calling them "condemnable" and accusing the officer of acting as a "BJP agent." They demanded action against him for his "political statement." The incident comes after violence erupted in Sambhal last year during protests against a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque.

Congress's Amethi office attacked, cars vandalised

Congress's Amethi office attacked, cars vandalised

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Congress district president Pradeep Singhal alleged that the incident was the result of state police's indifference.

UP lawmakers miffed over 'chairs without towels'

UP lawmakers miffed over 'chairs without towels'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Lawmakers in Uttar Pradesh have always been touch-sensitive about protocol during official meetings and irrespective of the party in power, complaints of breach of guidelines have often cropped up.

Scindia welcomes 'younger brother' Jitin Prasada into BJP

Scindia welcomes 'younger brother' Jitin Prasada into BJP

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Terming Jitin Prasada as his younger brother, Bharatiya Janata Party MP Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday welcomed the Congress leader's decision to join the saffron party.

Bring Advani to Ayodhya on Jan 22, Ram temple movement seer urges Yogi

Bring Advani to Ayodhya on Jan 22, Ram temple movement seer urges Yogi

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Atal (Bihari Vajpayee), Advani and Joshi have contributed a lot for the BJP to reach where it is now, he said.

BJP MLA says don't buy vegetables from Muslims, party issues notice

BJP MLA says don't buy vegetables from Muslims, party issues notice

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Party sources said its central leadership found Tiwari's remarks 'highly irresponsible', and its national president J P Nadda 'pulled up' the state brass for not taking quick action.

Lucknow will be soon renamed to 'Lakshman Nagari': UP deputy CM

Lucknow will be soon renamed to 'Lakshman Nagari': UP deputy CM

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak made a big statement about the demand to change the name of Lucknow and said that it is well known that it was the city of Lakshman.

Meghalaya BJP leader on the run in sex racket case arrested from UP

Meghalaya BJP leader on the run in sex racket case arrested from UP

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Marak, a former militant leader, had gone absconding following a police raid -- which started Friday night and ran till Saturday morning -- at the farmhouse at Tura in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district.

Abandoned Shiva temple reopens in Aligarh's Muslim-dominated area

Abandoned Shiva temple reopens in Aligarh's Muslim-dominated area

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Right-wing organizations, including Bajrang Dal and All India Karni Sena, held a 'shuddhikaran' (purification) ceremony and chanted Hanuman chalisa at a long-abandoned Shiva temple in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. The temple, located in a Muslim-majority locality, was "reopened" by members of these groups. The ceremony took place on Wednesday night amid tight security measures. Local residents, including a former Aligarh Mayor, have voiced concerns over the state of the temple and called for its restoration.

What Kangana Thinks Of Modi

What Kangana Thinks Of Modi

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Kangana Ranaut, who is the BJP candidate from her hometown Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, feels Prime Minister Narendra Modi is an 'ansh' (part) of Lord Ram and Lord Vishnu.

'Why Did US Flight Not Land In Ahmedabad?'

'Why Did US Flight Not Land In Ahmedabad?'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

'The flight did not land in Gujarat because the 'Gujarat model' would then get exposed.'

Bhupendra Chaudhary made UP BJP chief; 3 state units have Jat heads

Bhupendra Chaudhary made UP BJP chief; 3 state units have Jat heads

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday appointed Uttar Pradesh cabinet minister Bhupendra Chaudhary as the party's chief in the state.