News for 'Beat Modi'

How to beat NaMo: Congress mulls alliances route

How to beat NaMo: Congress mulls alliances route

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

'Wait for 2019, there will be no space for the BJP in UP.'

What survivors of human trafficking wrote to PM Modi

What survivors of human trafficking wrote to PM Modi

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Thanking the Centre for coming out with the bill, the survivors called it an "honest attempt" by the government to break the criminal nexus of organised human trafficking.

Modi on TIME's most influential people on Internet for second year

Modi on TIME's most influential people on Internet for second year

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

The magazine cited Modi's unconventional announcement on Twitter of his visit to Pakistan last year

4 reasons why Rafale could ruin Modi and Parrikar's party

4 reasons why Rafale could ruin Modi and Parrikar's party

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

There is considerable discomfort within the defence ministry about the Rafale deal.

Laal Singh Chaddha Review

Laal Singh Chaddha Review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Where Laal Singh Chaddha succeeds most is heart, notes Sukanya Verma.

MPs nearly come to blows over Vardhan's attack on Rahul

MPs nearly come to blows over Vardhan's attack on Rahul

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

Treasury and opposition members nearly came to blows in Lok Sabha on Friday when Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan condemned in "no uncertain words" the "outlandish" remarks made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

'BJP working as RSS call centre to market product Modi'

'BJP working as RSS call centre to market product Modi'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

Launching a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party in light of its high-profile leaders visiting the RSS headquarters in Nagpur of late, Congress today said the saffron party was working as a "call centre" of RSS to hardsell "product" Narendra Modi ahead of 2014 elections.

One man show: Modi pips Kejriwal, Rahul in prime time coverage

One man show: Modi pips Kejriwal, Rahul in prime time coverage

Rediff.com8 May 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi got more than 33 per cent coverage on national TV channels during prime time in March and April, beating the likes of Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal and Congress' Rahul Gandhi.

Reach out to booths and households: Modi to BJP workers

Reach out to booths and households: Modi to BJP workers

Rediff.com18 Jan 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on Saturday asked the party rank and file to concentrate on running a grounded election campaign focusing on booths and households as he said polls are not won through rallies and TV debates.

Modi2: What does the future hold for India's Muslims?

Modi2: What does the future hold for India's Muslims?

Rediff.com27 May 2019

Over two dozen Muslims have been elected to the Lok Sabha. This shows that all is not lost for India's Muslims, suggests Mohammad Sajjad.

Killing people in the name of gau bhakti not acceptable, says PM Modi

Killing people in the name of gau bhakti not acceptable, says PM Modi

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

Modi said that Gandhi wouldn't have approved of this.

Message for Modi from Sharif's visit

Message for Modi from Sharif's visit

Rediff.com26 May 2014

The biggest success of Nawaz Sharif's visit to India is that it will lessen mistrust between the two countries, writes Amir Mateen from Islamabad.

What kind of PM is he?: Rahul attacks Modi at Jan Akrosh rally

What kind of PM is he?: Rahul attacks Modi at Jan Akrosh rally

Rediff.com29 Apr 2018

Rahul exuded confidence that his party will emerge victorious in Karnataka, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh assembly polls and defeat the BJP in the 2019 general polls.

Dilwale beats Bajirao Mastani at the box office

Dilwale beats Bajirao Mastani at the box office

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

'If not for the sentiment against Shah Rukh Khan's statements, Dilwale would have earned Rs 10 crore more.'

Chappell once rejected Chahar: Prasad

Chappell once rejected Chahar: Prasad

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

'Deepak Chahar was rejected by Greg Chappell at RCA for his height'

From toolkit to andolanjeevi to Thunberg and Rihanna, protests saw it all

From toolkit to andolanjeevi to Thunberg and Rihanna, protests saw it all

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

The protests against farm laws saw a fair share of controversies as well with climate activist Greta Thunberg and pop sensation Rihanna making their way to India's prime time debates and terms such as 'toolkit' and 'andolanjeevi' entering the Indian political lexicon.

India vs SA T20s: 5 players to watch out for!

India vs SA T20s: 5 players to watch out for!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

While the Indian squad looks ravishing, with talent aplenty, here are five Indian players to watch out for in the series.

PM Modi inks 5 deals with 'crucial partner' Tanzania

PM Modi inks 5 deals with 'crucial partner' Tanzania

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Tanzania where he held talks with Tanzanian President John Pombe Joseph Magufuli.

Modi tsunami sweeps Bihar; RJD scores 0 for 1st time

Modi tsunami sweeps Bihar; RJD scores 0 for 1st time

Rediff.com24 May 2019

The Congress, which had fought nine, lost all but managed to retain Kishanganj.

U-turns queer the pitch for Nitish Kumar as Opposition's PM face

U-turns queer the pitch for Nitish Kumar as Opposition's PM face

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

As he snapped ties with the Bharatiya Janata Party, Bihar's caretaker chief minister Nitish Kumar has once again been pitched as a prime ministerial candidate for the 2024 elections by some, but a majority of the Opposition still view the Janata Dal-United leader with suspicion citing his numerous 'U-turns'.

Don't dare question people's patriotism, Soniaji: Modi

Don't dare question people's patriotism, Soniaji: Modi

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

Promising to change the Assam situation, Narendra Modi today assured voting rights to migrants from Bangladesh and restoring their honour, while holding "political blunders" responsible for their plight.

What's the big idea, Mr Modi?

What's the big idea, Mr Modi?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

PM Modi must revive investment sentiment in the country.

Manipur done; suspense continues over next Goa, U'khand CMs

Manipur done; suspense continues over next Goa, U'khand CMs

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Incumbents Pushkar Singh Dhami and Pramod Sawant are the clear favourites but face some opposition

B K Modi plans mega Buddha film

B K Modi plans mega Buddha film

Rediff.com24 May 2006

Being a woman in Modi's world of men

Being a woman in Modi's world of men

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

What is it like to be a woman in a male-dominated profession like a police officer, asks Adrija Shukla.

There's no Modi wave: AAP

There's no Modi wave: AAP

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party's spectacular electoral debut in New Delhi is now creating ripples down south.

My govt's only religion is India first: PM Modi

My govt's only religion is India first: PM Modi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

Breaking his silence in Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday denounced communalism and asserted that his government stood for unity wherein all religions prosper within the framework of the Constitution.

Yes, Congress Does Matter!

Yes, Congress Does Matter!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

It is wrong to say the Congress doesn't matter. Certainly one set of people who do not believe that for a minute is the BJP. That's why even in his speech in Parliament on Constitution Day, Mr Modi called dynastic politics a threat to democracy, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Modi@3: Congress announces campaign to expose 'failure' of government

Modi@3: Congress announces campaign to expose 'failure' of government

Rediff.com16 May 2017

Ahead of completion of three years of the National Democratic Alliance, the Congress young brigade alleged that the government has failed on various counts including on issues like dealing with Pakistan, Kashmir policy, internal security, women safety and rising cases of rapes, atrocities on Dalits, high petrol and diesel prices, besides generation of jobs.

Pawar meets Thackeray over differences in MVA govt

Pawar meets Thackeray over differences in MVA govt

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

The meeting came amid rumours that Shiv Sena is considering a patch-up with the Baratiya Janata Party, its ally of 35 years.

Why does Modi want India's youth to sell pakodas?

Why does Modi want India's youth to sell pakodas?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

'Given that he would have a good understanding of how many jobs the economy can create at the moment, was Modi hailing the modest pakoda-seller to infuse some charm in self-employment?' asks Udit Misra.

PIX: India breaks into applause for heroes fighting Covid

PIX: India breaks into applause for heroes fighting Covid

Rediff.com22 Mar 2020

From children to the elderly, common people to VIPs, all came out in balconies, lawns and terrace of their homes as the clock struck five, following an appeal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to show gratitude to doctors, paramedics, police and other personnel associated with essential services when the country was observing an unprecedented 'Janta Curfew' on Sunday to check the spread of the virus.

How Governments Harm Job Creators

How Governments Harm Job Creators

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

From small restaurants to mighty software companies, it is businesses, not the government, that create jobs. Yet, in a cruel irony, they have to fight extortive and brutal State power every step of the way, says Debashis Basu.

Sangakkara salutes Samson, Buttler as Royals make IPL final

Sangakkara salutes Samson, Buttler as Royals make IPL final

Rediff.com28 May 2022

Rajasthan Royals Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara hailed Sanju Samson's contribution after the team sealed a berth in the final of IPL 2022, saying the Kerala man has performed the triple roles of wicketkeeping, captaincy and batting with aplomb.

Dom's Take: Fall in GDP: Why blame corona?

Dom's Take: Fall in GDP: Why blame corona?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Dominic Xavier asks if it is right to blame coronavirus and the lockdown for India's economic decline.

2 AAP MLAs arrested in 12 hours; Kejriwal attacks PM Modi

2 AAP MLAs arrested in 12 hours; Kejriwal attacks PM Modi

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

The Aam Aadmi Party on Monday hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the arrest of its two MLAs, saying this is a "proof" of his frustration.

Labour law: Can Modi pull it off?

Labour law: Can Modi pull it off?

Rediff.com8 May 2015

The govt is expected to relax labour laws.

2022 poll outcome to decide BJP's fate on third term at Centre

2022 poll outcome to decide BJP's fate on third term at Centre

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

As the new year arrives, the Bharatiya Janata Party's finds itself on the cusp of the most consequential cycle of state polls since the 2019 Lok Sabha elections as the results will tell if the road ahead in its bid for a third straight term at the Centre is getting any bumpier or a strong opposition challenge remains elusive.

Saina, Kashyap enter second round of Syed Modi International

Saina, Kashyap enter second round of Syed Modi International

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Top Indian shuttlers Saina Nehwal, P V Sindhu, K Srikanth and Parupalli Kashyap reached the second round of Syed Modi International Grand Prix Gold badminton tournament after scoring easy victories in Lucknow.

What Is Raj Thackeray's Gameplan?

What Is Raj Thackeray's Gameplan?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

'The BJP's solo aim in Mumbai and Maharashtra is to finish off the Shiv Sena and Sharad Pawar's NCP.'