News for 'Bihari Vajpayee'

Vajpayee's private secretary Shakti Sinha passes away

Vajpayee's private secretary Shakti Sinha passes away

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

According to sources, Sinha was suffering from high blood pressure and was rushed to RK Hospital in IP Extension when he complained of uneasiness.

Vajpayee letter to Indira 'biggest lie of the year

Vajpayee letter to Indira 'biggest lie of the year

Rediff.com21 Aug 2003

BJP Parliamentary Party spokesman Vijay Kumar Malhotra attacked Congress chief Sonia Gandhi saying, 'She is still a reader'.

Sacking governors is blow to democracy: Vajpayee

Sacking governors is blow to democracy: Vajpayee

Rediff.com3 Jul 2004

Former prime minister asks home minister to apologise over sacking of governors

Vajpayee to visit China in last week of June

Vajpayee to visit China in last week of June

Rediff.com2 Jun 2003

He met Chinese President Hu Jintao in St Petersburg on Saturday as part of efforts to know each other and to create a proper atmosphere for the upcoming visit.

How Vajpayee dealt with China

How Vajpayee dealt with China

Rediff.com18 Aug 2018

'He knew that a regime which believes that power flows from the barrel of the gun can only be handled from a position of comprehensive strength and not from a position of vulnerability and weakness,' says Rup Narayan Das.

IPL: Kohli, Gambhir fined 100% match fees for clash

IPL: Kohli, Gambhir fined 100% match fees for clash

Rediff.com2 May 2023

RCB opener Virat Kohli and LSG mentor Gautam Gambhir were fined their entire match fees following their heated exchange after the IPL 2023 match on Monday.

Can't give Prez-Vajpayee letters: Govt

Can't give Prez-Vajpayee letters: Govt

Rediff.com14 Oct 2005

The commission had time and again requested Rashtrapati Bhavan to send copies of the letters to the commission, but the President's office had citied 'privilege' and refused to part with the concerned documents.

Vajpayee's ashes taken to state capitals for 'asthi kalash yatra'

Vajpayee's ashes taken to state capitals for 'asthi kalash yatra'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP chief Amit Shah handed over urns containing the ashes of the late leader to the party's state unit chiefs.

Be sensitive to needs of neighbours: Vajpayee

Be sensitive to needs of neighbours: Vajpayee

Rediff.com28 Oct 2003

The prime minister assured the people of Nagaland that the Centre will always be sensitive to the needs of the people.

Vajpayee starts speech in Lok Sabha

Vajpayee starts speech in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com20 Aug 2003

Sonia, Vajpayee, Advani to watch Delhi ODI

Sonia, Vajpayee, Advani to watch Delhi ODI

Rediff.com12 Apr 2005

RJD Chief Lalu Prasad and his archrival in Bihar politics Nitish Kumar would also be watching the event, said organisers.

In Kashmir, Vajpayee continues to be BJP's mascot

In Kashmir, Vajpayee continues to be BJP's mascot

Rediff.com8 Dec 2008

Former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is the Bharatiya Janata Party's mascot in the Muslim-dominated Kashmir valley, even as the party is exhorting the people in Jammu to vote en bloc for it to protect the region's interests.This divergent campaign strategy for the ongoing seven-phase assembly election in the state has been worked out to resolve the party's dilemma in seeking votes in two regions where the BJP's presence invokes opposite feelings among the voters.

Coldplay Is Back In Mumbai! Here's Your Ultimate Concert Guide

Coldplay Is Back In Mumbai! Here's Your Ultimate Concert Guide

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Everything you need to know about Coldplay's concert at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium on January 18, 19 and 21.

Emergency Review: Kangana's Disaster

Emergency Review: Kangana's Disaster

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Kangana Ranaut's decline as an actor feels complete, observes Utkarsh Mishra.

'Hope govt will follow Raj Dharam that Vajpayee talked about'

'Hope govt will follow Raj Dharam that Vajpayee talked about'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

Cutting across party lines, political leaders welcomed the government's decision to confer Bharat Ratna, the nation's highest civilian honour, on former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and freedom fighter Madan Mohan Malviya.

When he couldn't stay in Gujarat...: Pawar's dig at Shah

When he couldn't stay in Gujarat...: Pawar's dig at Shah

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Former Union Minister Sharad Pawar has refuted claims made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah that the BJP's victory in the Maharashtra assembly polls ended the politics of betrayal and treachery started by Pawar in 1978. Pawar stated that he was the Chief Minister in 1978 and was unaware of Shah's whereabouts at the time. He also criticized the lack of communication between current political leaders and called for a return to respectful dialogue. He also highlighted Shah's past legal issues, including being externed from Gujarat. In response to speculation about the future of the MVA coalition, Pawar said discussions will take place within the next 10 days to address key issues. An editorial in the Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece 'Saamana' also criticized Shah's remarks, calling them 'arrogant' and questioning the BJP's actions in relation to Pawar and Balasaheb Thackeray.

Pak PM Sharif seeks talks with India, but backs Kashmiris for...

Pak PM Sharif seeks talks with India, but backs Kashmiris for...

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said his country wants to resolve all issues, including Kashmir, with India through talks. He reiterated his "unwavering " support for the Kashmiri people during a speech in Muzaffarabad on the occasion of "Kashmir Solidarity Day. "

Vajpayee praise can't cover up PM's lapse: BJP

Vajpayee praise can't cover up PM's lapse: BJP

Rediff.com31 Jul 2009

Keeping the United Progressive Alliance government in the line of fire on Indo-Pak Sharm-el Sheikh joint statement, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday said Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's praise of Atal Bihari Vajpayee cannot shield him from his 'monumental lapse' in reversing India's consistent stand on Pakistan.

Vajpayee not to meet Musharraf in NY

Vajpayee not to meet Musharraf in NY

Rediff.com15 Sep 2003

The two leaders will be in NY to attend the UN General Assembly session.

Modi discussed retirement with RSS: Raut; He will be back: Fadnavis

Modi discussed retirement with RSS: Raut; He will be back: Fadnavis

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday dismissed speculation about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's successor, asserting that Modi would continue to lead the country for many more years.

Where Rahul Should Spend Tuesday Night

Where Rahul Should Spend Tuesday Night

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

May we suggest that Rahul spend Tuesday night with the homeless in Delhi who are shivering in cold and frosty conditions?

China assures SARS-free environment for Vajpayee

China assures SARS-free environment for Vajpayee

Rediff.com18 Jun 2003

According a Chinese health department official the number of SARS cases has shrunk to around 200 from 2,500 during the peak period in late April and May.

End of terrorism key to talks: Vajpayee

End of terrorism key to talks: Vajpayee

Rediff.com13 May 2003

The prime minister also wanted Pakistan to dismantle the terrorist infrastructure in its territory.

Vajpayee turned down offer to be President

Vajpayee turned down offer to be President

Rediff.com30 Oct 2004

Former Bharatiya Janata Party president M Venkaiah Naidu has said he had wanted Atal Bihari Vajpayee to become the President of India but the latter turned down the proposal.

Maha leaders rebuke BJP MP Dubey's 'patak patak ke...' dare

Maha leaders rebuke BJP MP Dubey's 'patak patak ke...' dare

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

"I feel no one can reject the contribution of Maharashtra and Marathi people in the history and present of the country. If someone is rejecting it, then I feel it is wrong," Fadnavis said.

'Patak patak ke maarenge': BJP MP stirs row over Marathi issue

'Patak patak ke maarenge': BJP MP stirs row over Marathi issue

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Uddhav Thackeray criticized BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for his controversial remarks amid the Marathi-Hindi language row, accusing him of trying to divide people and disturb harmony.

Vajpayee to meet Chinese premier in October

Vajpayee to meet Chinese premier in October

Rediff.com26 Sep 2003

They are scheduled to attend the ASEAN summit in Bali, Indonesia.

Vajpayee's ashes immersed in Ganga in Haridwar

Vajpayee's ashes immersed in Ganga in Haridwar

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

The convoy started from Bhalla college ground and went to Har ki Pauri with a host of party leaders and family members in attendance.

Vajpayee writes to PM on river water sharing

Vajpayee writes to PM on river water sharing

Rediff.com9 Aug 2004

'Everyone has a viewpoint on sharing of river waters. Punjab has its needs; so do Haryana and Rajasthan,' the former prime minister wrote in his letter.

'Vajpayee placed the country above the party'

'Vajpayee placed the country above the party'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

'Mr Vajapyee felt that you could pray to any god or not pray at all, but the country comes first.'

I have no desire to be President: Vajpayee

I have no desire to be President: Vajpayee

Rediff.com17 May 2007

Media reports had quoted Mamata as saying that she thought Vajpapyee had the right credentials to be President when outgoing President A P J Abdul Kalam declined to do so.

Vajpayee wants to quit politics, says RSS weekly

Vajpayee wants to quit politics, says RSS weekly

Rediff.com2 May 2007

'Relieve me of active politics. It's enough, let me go,' the editorial in the latest issue of the Panchjanya has quoted him as saying before joining the BJP's campaign in UP

Gujarat riots a cause of defeat: Vajpayee

Gujarat riots a cause of defeat: Vajpayee

Rediff.com12 Jun 2004

Former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee today admitted for the first time that the Gujarat riots were one of the reasons for the Bharatiya Janata Party's defeat in the recent Lok Sabha election

What Did Yogi Tell SKY?

What Did Yogi Tell SKY?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'With young and energetic SKY (Mr. 360) at official residence, Lucknow,' Yogi tweeted.'

They Fought To The Last Man For India

They Fought To The Last Man For India

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

On November 18, 1962, 114 soldiers of the 13th Kumaon fought till the last man, and last bullet, in sub-zero temperatures, to beat back the huge Chinese army. We salute the Heroes of Rezang La.

Will Dharmendra Pradhan Be Next BJP President?

Will Dharmendra Pradhan Be Next BJP President?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Mr Pradhan's understanding of realpolitik and organisational dynamics makes him the ultimate party man, notes Aditi Phadnis.

Vajpayee is the leader of NDA, says Fernandes

Vajpayee is the leader of NDA, says Fernandes

Rediff.com7 Jun 2003

The National Democratic Alliance convener and defence minister said Advani's name does not figure in the NDA agenda.