News for 'Bhim'

UPI Credit Card: Read Before You Swipe

UPI Credit Card: Read Before You Swipe

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

'If you are not prudent, you may exceed your budget, and if it happens too often, you may end up in debt.'

Bhim Army chief, 5 Indian-origin persons on TIME's emerging leaders list

Bhim Army chief, 5 Indian-origin persons on TIME's emerging leaders list

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

Other Indian-origin personalities on the list are Instacart founder and CEO Apoorva Mehta, doctor and Executive Director of nonprofit Get Us PPE Shikha Gupta and founder of nonprofit Upsolve Rohan Pavuluri.

'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.

In Solapur will Bhim-AIMIM combine end national parties' run?

In Solapur will Bhim-AIMIM combine end national parties' run?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

'The Dalit vote traditionally went to the Congress, but everyone knows by now that the Congress and the BJP are the same. We all stand united behind Balasaheb (Prakash Ambedkar) this time.'

Sonia Gandhi and Rahul sacrificed: Is Sidda planning to resign?

Sonia Gandhi and Rahul sacrificed: Is Sidda planning to resign?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Amidst alleged power struggles within the ruling Congress in Karnataka, AICC general secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala has called for discipline within the party, emphasizing that the party is paramount. This comes as the state's chief minister and deputy chief minister submitted a consolidated report on the performance of 31 ministers to Surjewala, fueling speculation about a potential cabinet reshuffle.

'Mayawati Is Afraid Of The BJP'

'Mayawati Is Afraid Of The BJP'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'She feels it will send her to jail.'

JKNPP chief Bhim Singh slams Cong-NC tie-up

JKNPP chief Bhim Singh slams Cong-NC tie-up

Rediff.com31 Dec 2008

Jammu and Kashmir National Panther's Party chief Bhim Singh, who is undergoing treatment in Jammu hospital, has called the pact between National Conference and the Congress to form new government in the state as a complete sell out.

Hindus blamed for wrong policies of 'royal family': Modi slams Cong in RS

Hindus blamed for wrong policies of 'royal family': Modi slams Cong in RS

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday accused the Congress of practicing appeasement politics, saying the party's priority was "family first." He asserted that the BJP-led government operates on the principle of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' (development for all) and prioritizes "nation first." Modi further criticized the Congress's approach to reservations, claiming it was aimed at creating divisions within the country. He highlighted the BJP's initiatives to empower marginalized communities, including the constitutional status to the OBC commission and the introduction of 10% reservation for economically backward groups.

His fight is to save...: Rahul vs Kejriwal in Delhi

His fight is to save...: Rahul vs Kejriwal in Delhi

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, accusing them of neglecting the welfare of backward sections, Dalits, tribals, and minorities. Gandhi promised a caste census in Delhi if the Congress forms the government, echoing his national call for removing the 50 percent cap on reservations. He also criticized Kejriwal's governance, drawing parallels with Modi's alleged reliance on propaganda and false promises. The Congress and AAP are part of the INDIA bloc, but are contesting the upcoming Delhi assembly polls separately. Gandhi's speech highlights the growing political tension ahead of the polls, where the Congress aims to regain its foothold in Delhi.

One family 'tasted blood'...: Modi tears into Gandhis

One family 'tasted blood'...: Modi tears into Gandhis

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a scathing attack on the Congress party, accusing it of repeatedly "wounding" the Indian Constitution. He claimed that the Congress, driven by its "lust for power," has consistently undermined the principles of the Constitution. Modi, however, praised India's democratic journey since its independence, highlighting the country's strong democratic roots and its unwavering commitment to its founding principles. He underscored the importance of unity for India's future development and emphasized that the Constitution is the bedrock of that unity.

Opposition decries 'Hindification' of laws

Opposition decries 'Hindification' of laws

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Opposition members in Rajya Sabha on Thursday accused the government of imposing Hindi by bringing new bills with titles only in that language, a charge the treasury bench contested while alleging they were stuck with a colonial mindset.

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved 139 Padma awards including seven Padma Vibhushans, 19 Padma Bhushans and 113 Padma Shris.

High drama in Parl: 2 MPs in ICU; both file plaints against each other

High drama in Parl: 2 MPs in ICU; both file plaints against each other

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Ruling NDA and opposition INDIA bloc MPs clashed in Parliament on Thursday over Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on B.R. Ambedkar, leading to jostling and an injury to BJP MP Pratap Sarangi. The opposition demanded Shah's resignation, while the BJP defended him.

Bhim Army chief sent to 14 days' judicial custody over CAA protests

Bhim Army chief sent to 14 days' judicial custody over CAA protests

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

Aazad's outfit had organised a march from Jama Masjid to Jantar Mantar on Friday against the new citizenship law, despite not having permission from police.

Prem Singh Tamang sworn in as Sikkim CM

Prem Singh Tamang sworn in as Sikkim CM

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) supremo Prem Singh Tamang on Monday took oath as the chief minister of the Himalayan state for the second consecutive term.

Why Vettaiyan May Become A Blockbuster

Why Vettaiyan May Become A Blockbuster

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'The combination of star power, compelling storytelling, and action-packed drama promises to set the box office ablaze and kickstart the new quarter on a spectacular high note.'

Police probe FB threat to Aazad, seize vehicle used by attackers

Police probe FB threat to Aazad, seize vehicle used by attackers

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

The vehicle used by the attackers of Dalit leader and Bhim Army chief Chandra Shekhar Aazad was recovered from a village in Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur district, the police said on Thursday.

Kota institute booked over IIT-JEE aspirant's suicide

Kota institute booked over IIT-JEE aspirant's suicide

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

Bhadur Singh (17), a resident of Rampur district in Uttar Pradesh, was found dead in his room in Mahaveer Nagar-II on Friday night and his body was recovered from the room on Saturday morning, they said.

Late J-K leader's son gets visa hours after apology to Modi

Late J-K leader's son gets visa hours after apology to Modi

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The only son of JKNPP founder Bhim Singh has apologised to Prime Minister Modi for participating in an anti-government protest in February last year that led to him being blacklisted by the High Commission.

Bharat Bandh hits life in Bihar, J'hand, tribal belts

Bharat Bandh hits life in Bihar, J'hand, tribal belts

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The response was tepid in other parts of the country even as several INDIA bloc parties as well as other non-BJP outfits extended their support to the bandh.

Paris Olympics: 11 YO skater to 61 YO rider to compete

Paris Olympics: 11 YO skater to 61 YO rider to compete

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

From 11-year-old to 60-plus, Olympics is playground for all

Man arrested outside Parliament is a daily wager in Maharashtra

Man arrested outside Parliament is a daily wager in Maharashtra

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

Amol Shinde, arrested for protesting outside the Parliament building on Wednesday, had left his village in Maharashtra's Latur district saying he was going to Delhi to take part in an army recruitment drive, a local police official said.

UPI credit line: NPCI may go easy on interchange fee

UPI credit line: NPCI may go easy on interchange fee

Rediff.com8 May 2024

To increase the adoption of credit on United Payments Interface (UPI), National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is looking at an interchange fee for transactions lower than that for a credit-card transaction. Sources in the know said these charges could be 1-1.2 per cent. Fintech participants concur with the view that the interchange fee is expected to be lower than that for a credit-card transaction.

JNUSU gets first Dalit president after 30 yrs as Left sweeps polls

JNUSU gets first Dalit president after 30 yrs as Left sweeps polls

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

The Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union (JNUSU) on Sunday elected its first Dalit president from the Left-backed groups after nearly three decades.

With 'Jai Bhim-Jai Mim' can Owaisi woo Uttar Pradesh?

With 'Jai Bhim-Jai Mim' can Owaisi woo Uttar Pradesh?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

Bhim denotes Dalit icon Bhimrao Ambedkar, while Mim denotes the letter 'M' in the Urdu alphabet; the party used the slogan effectively in the 2014 Maharashtra assembly elections

World Cup Qualifiers: Raza hammers record-breaking ton

World Cup Qualifiers: Raza hammers record-breaking ton

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Sikandar Raza smashed the fastest ODI hundred by a Zimbabwean as his team pulled off a second big chase in succession for a six-wicket win over the Netherlands in the ICC ODI World Cup Qualifier.

Man, woman arrested outside Parliament with smoke canisters

Man, woman arrested outside Parliament with smoke canisters

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

A man and a woman were detained on Wednesday while they were protesting outside the Parliament building carrying cans that emitted a yellowish and red smoke, the police said in New Delhi.

Cong slams BJP as Ambedkar portrait replaces Nehru's in MP assembly

Cong slams BJP as Ambedkar portrait replaces Nehru's in MP assembly

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The Congress on Tuesday said it welcomes displaying the portrait of the Father of the Constitution in the House, but it could have been placed along with the photos of Mahatma Gandhi and Nehru.

Father of Mahadev app scam accused found dead

Father of Mahadev app scam accused found dead

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

The body of Sushil Das (62), who was missing since the last two days, was found in a well at Achhoti village under Anda police station limits on Tuesday afternoon and prima facie it looks like a case of suicide, Durg Senior Superintendent of Police Ram Gopal Garg said.

UP court orders magisterial probe into Mukhtar Ansari's death

UP court orders magisterial probe into Mukhtar Ansari's death

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Banda chief judicial magistrate Bhagwan Das Gupta appointed Garima Singh, additional chief judicial magistrate (MP-MLA Court Banda) as the investigating officer in the case, the official said.

You Know What's Sadder Than National Film Awards?

You Know What's Sadder Than National Film Awards?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

We are back to being a country that talks about box office numbers as the measure for what an audience's real feelings about a movie are, laments Sreehari Nair.

Rohit Paudel named Nepal captain for Asia Cup

Rohit Paudel named Nepal captain for Asia Cup

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Nepal play their opening game against the hosts on the first day of the competition in Multan before playing India on September 4 in Kandy.

Meet The Real Heroes of India

Meet The Real Heroes of India

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

President Droupadi Murmu conferred 26 Shaurya Chakras (seven posthumous) to personnel of the armed forces, Central Armed Police Forces and state/Union Territory Police during a defence investiture ceremony.

Maha man killed for celebrating Ambedkar birth anniversary

Maha man killed for celebrating Ambedkar birth anniversary

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Bhalerao was passing by on Thursday evening when the accused were celebrating the wedding of a man from a so-called upper caste community and some of them were carrying swords, the police official said.

Trivedi only outgoing MP in BJP's first list of 14 RS candidates

Trivedi only outgoing MP in BJP's first list of 14 RS candidates

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday named 14 candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls including former Union minister R P N Singh and Sudhanshu Trivedi -- the only outgoing MP renominated by the party.

Wrestlers likely to take protest to Ram Lila ground

Wrestlers likely to take protest to Ram Lila ground

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Azad, who had joined the protesting wrestlers at the Jantar Mantar on Monday evening but was asked to leave the venue at night by the authorities, returned to the site on Tuesday with his followers.

BJP leads with 20 Rajya Sabha MPs among 41 elected unopposed

BJP leads with 20 Rajya Sabha MPs among 41 elected unopposed

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi, BJP chief J P Nadda and new party entrant Ashok Chavan and Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and L Murugan were among the 41 candidates elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha on Tuesday while Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh will witness polling on February 27.

High security in several parts of UP after Mukhtar Ansari's death

High security in several parts of UP after Mukhtar Ansari's death

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

People had also started gathering at Mukhtar Ansari's residence in Ghazipur and there was a large deployment of security personnel around the house.

LS intruder wished to join army, wanted Rs 4000 per month

LS intruder wished to join army, wanted Rs 4000 per month

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Amol Shinde (25), a resident of Zari village in Chakur tehsil of Latur, was arrested on Wednesday along with Neelam, 42, of Haryana's Hisar, after they opened gas canisters that emitted smoke outside the Parliament building and shouted Tanashahi Nahi Chalegi (dictatorship will not be allowed), "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" and "Jai Bhim, Jai Bharat".

'Bhai Behen Ki Jodi Will Create Problems For Modi'

'Bhai Behen Ki Jodi Will Create Problems For Modi'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'Rahul Gandhi is going to turn 54 and in India political leaders peak when they are around 60.' 'This 'bhai-behen ki jodi' has done a wonderful job for the Congress.' 'Priyanka Gandhi was a very effective campaigner.'