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Kangana to face drugs probe amid row with Maha govt

Kangana to face drugs probe amid row with Maha govt

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

The Maharashtra HM had said on Tuesday that the Mumbai police will probe allegations by actor Adhyayan Suman that Ranaut took drugs.

How India reacted to army's Uri response

How India reacted to army's Uri response

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

What political leaders and twitterati had to say about India's response to the Uri attack.

Kangana says '1947 freedom was bheekh', sparks outrage

Kangana says '1947 freedom was bheekh', sparks outrage

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

The Manikarnika actor, known for provocative and often inflammatory statements, was once again the centre of debate -- and ire -- with politicians across the spectrum, including Bharatiya Janata Party MP Varun Gandhi, among the host of social media users and others who reacted with outrage for her comments at an event on Wednesday evening.

OROP is govt policy decision, no constitutional infirmity in it: SC

OROP is govt policy decision, no constitutional infirmity in it: SC

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that One Rank-One Pension (OROP) in Armed forces is a policy decision and suffers from no constitutional infirmity.

Fadnavis now CM with shortest tenure in Maha history

Fadnavis now CM with shortest tenure in Maha history

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

Earlier P K Sawant held the record of being the Maharashtra CM with the shortest term -- from November 25 to December 4, 1963. He was made the caretaker chief minister after the death of his predecessor Marotrao Kannamwar.

'Satyamev Jayate, BJP ka khel khatm': Sena-NCP-Cong welcome SC order

'Satyamev Jayate, BJP ka khel khatm': Sena-NCP-Cong welcome SC order

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

'It's heartening that the Maharashtra Verdict came on the #ConstitutionDay, a Tribute to Bharatratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar'

BJP acted like 'Chambal dacoits' to form govt in Maha: Raut

BJP acted like 'Chambal dacoits' to form govt in Maha: Raut

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'The BJP leaders will go crazy if they are thrown out of power. They will lose their mental balance'

Sharad Pawar clarifies after Ajit bats for BJP-NCP govt

Sharad Pawar clarifies after Ajit bats for BJP-NCP govt

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

Ajit Pawar assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that he would work hard for people of the state.

PIX: Ananya Panday, Hina Khan win awards

PIX: Ananya Panday, Hina Khan win awards

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

The 26th edition of Lions Gold Awards was held on January 25.

4-day CM Fadnavis quits after Ajit Pawar's volte face

4-day CM Fadnavis quits after Ajit Pawar's volte face

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

"We realised that we don't have the required numbers to form the government and we don't want to indulge in horse-trading," Fadnavis told reporters after announcing his decision.

Uddhav meets Pawar, seeks support to form govt

Uddhav meets Pawar, seeks support to form govt

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Thackeray and Pawar held parleys at a suburban hotel ahead of the 7.30 pm deadline set by Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari for the Sena to stake claim for government formation.

'We don't want BJP to rule Maharashtra'

'We don't want BJP to rule Maharashtra'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

'There is no question of joining hands with the BJP.'

Why Modi-Shah got rid of Rawat

Why Modi-Shah got rid of Rawat

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

Inability to take everyone along during his nearly four-year term led to Trivendra Singh Rawat's undoing. He tried to take control of all major departments by holding on to more than 40 of them, but still could not deliver.

Don't compel us to look for alternative: Sena to BJP

Don't compel us to look for alternative: Sena to BJP

Rediff.com28 Oct 2019

"No one is a saint in politics," he added, possibly a hint to the senior ally that committing such a 'sin' was not entirely unfathomable for the Sena.

Maha BJP holds 'parallel session' outside assembly

Maha BJP holds 'parallel session' outside assembly

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

Members of the Legislative Council asked how some former legislators could enter the Vidhan Bhavan premises amid COVID-19-related restrictions and sought a report on the matter.

SC okays floor test for Uddhav govt on Thursday

SC okays floor test for Uddhav govt on Thursday

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Earlier it said floor test is the only way to settle all issues that have entangled the politics of Maharashtra following a rebellion by Sena leader Eknath Shinde leading to a survival crisis of the Uddhav Thackeray-led coalition government.

Bharat Bandh on Sep 27: Sanyukt Kisan Morcha appeals for peace

Bharat Bandh on Sep 27: Sanyukt Kisan Morcha appeals for peace

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

Many non-NDA parties have extended support to the nationwide 10-hour strike on Monday called by farmers protesting against the three agri laws under the aegis of Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM).

Gambhir richest among LS candidates in Delhi

Gambhir richest among LS candidates in Delhi

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

The cricketer-turned-politician, who will be making his electoral debut from East Delhi, has shown an income of nearly Rs 12.40 crore in the income tax returns filed for 2017-18.

The Reinvention of Arvind Kejriwal

The Reinvention of Arvind Kejriwal

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

'Brand Kejriwal-AAP have a long way to go even if they win another Delhi election...'
'It is a force nobody can ignore, not even Mr Modi, because it will keep punching above its weight,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

Uddhav Vs Shah-Modi Via Shinde

Uddhav Vs Shah-Modi Via Shinde

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

The inexperienced Uddhav is forced to match up against 24x7 political pros Amit Shah and Narendra Modi who have the added advantage of wielding power at the Centre, asserts Virendra Kapoor.

Poet Anil Joshi latest to return Sahitya Akademi award

Poet Anil Joshi latest to return Sahitya Akademi award

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

The train of writers returning government-conferred honours has now been joined by Vadodara-based author and poet Anil Joshi who announced that he will give up his Sahitya Akademi award over the recent killing of rationalist MM Kalburgi and a few others.

Prince Charles, wife enjoy Garhwali feast; BJP leaders stay away

Prince Charles, wife enjoy Garhwali feast; BJP leaders stay away

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Prince Charles and his wife Camilla Parker Bowles, who are visiting Uttarakhand, relished the Garhwali dishes served to them at a banquet organised by Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna on Thursday night.

Akshay, Ajay, Sunny: VOTE for Bollywood's Super Sardar!

Akshay, Ajay, Sunny: VOTE for Bollywood's Super Sardar!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Here's looking at Bollywood's coolest turbanators!

Will Rahul take charge of Congress?

Will Rahul take charge of Congress?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

'I told Rahul: "You have to become president. Taalne se nahin hoga (you can't avoid the responsibility any longer)".' 'Rahul said: "I will think about it".'

Four More Shots Please Season 3 Review: Ridiculous!

Four More Shots Please Season 3 Review: Ridiculous!

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

When banal problems, drunken rants, liberally sprinkled swear words and WhatApp forwards kind of pretend profound lines run out, there is a lot of action between the sheets, observes Deepa Gahlot. Four More Shots Please Season 3

PMO refuses to release files on Netaji's widow, daughter

PMO refuses to release files on Netaji's widow, daughter

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

Turning down an RTI appeal, the Prime Minister's Office has said releasing secret files about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's widow Emilie Schenkl and daughter Anita Bose may upset relations with foreign countries.

Quiz Time: Whose life is Sunny Deol's character in Border based on?

Quiz Time: Whose life is Sunny Deol's character in Border based on?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

4 victory speeches and a loser's lament

4 victory speeches and a loser's lament

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

Yogi Adityanath's aura is no longer limited to Uttar Pradesh. At the age of 49, his journey to the higher echelons in the BJP has well and truly begun, predicts Sudhir Bisht.

'Government created JNU issue to cover-up Vemula suicide'

'Government created JNU issue to cover-up Vemula suicide'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union leader Kanhaiya Kumar on Wednesday alleged the government flared up the issue of JNU to divert people's attention from the Rohit Vemula's suicide issue and subsequent developments.

Ex-serviceman alleges J&K BJP MLA kidnapped daughter, she refutes

Ex-serviceman alleges J&K BJP MLA kidnapped daughter, she refutes

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

The girl claimed that she is facing "death threat" from her family which wanted to marry her to a person against her wishes.

Covid: Parliament adjourned sine die 11 days before schedule

Covid: Parliament adjourned sine die 11 days before schedule

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

The session, which was earlier scheduled to conclude on April 3, is now likely to be adjourned sine die on March 23, sources said.

'Governor is right in calling for a vote'

'Governor is right in calling for a vote'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

'Maharashtra governor did not do anything that was contrary to the Supreme Court's decision.'

Hockey captain Manpreet added to Khel Ratna winners

Hockey captain Manpreet added to Khel Ratna winners

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Olympic bronze-winning Indian men's hockey team captain Manpreet Singh was on Tuesday added to the list of Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awardees, taking the total number of this year's winners to an unparalleled 12.

1913 Mangarh tribal massacre in Raj not given due place in history: Guj CM

1913 Mangarh tribal massacre in Raj not given due place in history: Guj CM

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

He said that due to unfortunate circumstances such a significant and impactful event of the freedom struggle could not find its place in history books.

Uddhav meets Modi over Maratha quota, cyclone aid

Uddhav meets Modi over Maratha quota, cyclone aid

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday and discussed issues related to the Maratha reservation, pending GST compensation and the proposed Metro car shed in Kanjur.

BJP's gameplan: 'Jiska Speaker, uski sarkar'

BJP's gameplan: 'Jiska Speaker, uski sarkar'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Ahead of the floor test in Maharashtra, what is more crucial is who becomes the pro-tem speaker. And bagging this post is part of the BJP's plan to retain power, reports Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com/

Those who ditched 25-yr-old friend will also dump Ajit: Sena

Those who ditched 25-yr-old friend will also dump Ajit: Sena

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Fadnavis took oath as chief minister like a "thief on the run", it said in sarcastic remarks.

REVEALED: How BJP will get numbers for floor test

REVEALED: How BJP will get numbers for floor test

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'Why should we disclose how and from where we will get these numbers?'

Amid Maha drama, BJP MP meets Sharad Pawar

Amid Maha drama, BJP MP meets Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

NCP MLA Anil Patil has expressed faith in the leadership of Sharad Pawar, indicating his return to the party fold.

Maha drama shifts to assembly; all eyes on floor test

Maha drama shifts to assembly; all eyes on floor test

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

Now, irrespective of who supports whom, only a floor test in the assembly will decide if this government can continue or not.