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Muslim students made to sit separately for exam in MP

Muslim students made to sit separately for exam in MP

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

The authorities claimed the segregation was driven by COVID-19-related protocols and denied any religious bias.

After 24 years, Mayawati shares stage with Mulayam

After 24 years, Mayawati shares stage with Mulayam

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

Mulayam Singh and Mayawati fell out after their ruling coalition in Uttar Pradesh crashed in 1995, two years after they came together along with smaller parties to keep the Bharatiya Janata Party out of power.

IPL Auction: Auctioneer Edmeades 'stable'

IPL Auction: Auctioneer Edmeades 'stable'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

The Indian Premier League 2022 Player Auction came to an abrupt halt after auctioneer Hugh Edmeades collapsed on stage.

Tsunami alert after 6.8 earthquake rattles Japan's Fukushima

Tsunami alert after 6.8 earthquake rattles Japan's Fukushima

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake has hit off the coast of Japan, with its epicentre located some 150 kilometers from the city of Namie in Fukushima prefecture triggering a tsunami alert, RT News reports.

Vajpayee to address rally in Srinagar

Vajpayee to address rally in Srinagar

Rediff.com14 Apr 2003

All security arrangements are in place for the rally, which will be the centrepiece of Vajpayee's two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir.

Shah unveils 5.5 lakh 'thank you' letters to PM on CAA

Shah unveils 5.5 lakh 'thank you' letters to PM on CAA

Rediff.com12 Jan 2020

Shah challenged "Rahul Baba", Mamata Banerjee and Arvind Kejriwal to show if any provision of the CAA took away the citizenship of Indian Muslims.

Modi to release Namibian cheetahs in MP national park today

Modi to release Namibian cheetahs in MP national park today

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release cheetahs being brought from Namibia in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park on Saturday morning, an official said on Friday.

'Modi had no contribution for Ram temple'

'Modi had no contribution for Ram temple'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

'He was a nobody then.' 'And whatever little his contribution was there, it was restricted to Gujarat.'

PM's rally in Kolkata on Sunday, suspense over Mithun's presence

PM's rally in Kolkata on Sunday, suspense over Mithun's presence

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will sharpen Bharatiya Janata Party's campaign for the high-octane assembly elections in West Bengal with a mega rally at the Brigade Parade Grounds in Kolkata on Sunday.

Amritsar attack: Preacher leading congregation among 3 killed

Amritsar attack: Preacher leading congregation among 3 killed

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

The other deceased were Sandeep Singh, a resident of village Rajasansi, and Kuldeep Singh.

President Kovind attends Victory Day Parade in Dhaka

President Kovind attends Victory Day Parade in Dhaka

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday attended the Victory Day Parade as the 'Guest of Honour' in Dhaka as Bangladesh marked 50 years of victory in the Liberation War against Pakistan by showcasing its military might which included spectacular aerobatics and display of defence acquisitions.

Only 'Tai' can admonish me: Modi on Sumitra Mahajan

Only 'Tai' can admonish me: Modi on Sumitra Mahajan

Rediff.com13 May 2019

Mahajan is the first woman MP to win a record eight consecutive elections. In 2014, she had defeated her nearest rival, Satyanarayan Patel of the Congress, by a staggering margin of 4,66,901 votes.

Rahul performs Ganga Aarti in Haridwar, calls Modi '21st-century king'

Rahul performs Ganga Aarti in Haridwar, calls Modi '21st-century king'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2022

In Haridwar, where he performed 'Ganga Aarti' at the famous Har Ki Pauri Ghat, Gandhi said, "We will give you a chief minister who comes to you, listens to your problems and runs the government accordingly."

Modi offers prayers at Sri Venkateswara shrine

Modi offers prayers at Sri Venkateswara shrine

Rediff.com1 May 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on Thursday offered prayers at the famous hill shrine of Lord Venkateswara near Tirupati.

Modi's West Asia visit: Cooperation in defence, counter-terror to top agenda

Modi's West Asia visit: Cooperation in defence, counter-terror to top agenda

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

Cooperation in key areas of defence, security and counter-terrorism will be an important aspect of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's discussions during his visit to three West Asian countries -- Palestine, the United Arab Emirates and Oman -- starting Friday.

Will Modi Contest 2024 Elections From Vellore?

Will Modi Contest 2024 Elections From Vellore?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Vellore is one of the two seats that the DMK alliance won by the narrowest of margins in 2019. For the DMK's vote-score to be so low in a constituency with a substantial Muslim population has not missed the BJP strategists' eyes, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

I-Day first: IAF choppers to shower petals after PM's flag-hoisting

I-Day first: IAF choppers to shower petals after PM's flag-hoisting

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unfurl the national flag from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Sunday to celebrate the country's 75th Independence Day and two Mi-17 1V helicopters of the Indian Air Force (IAF) will shower flower petals at the venue for the first time ever.

Modi flaunts victory in 4 states as approval for his policies

Modi flaunts victory in 4 states as approval for his policies

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

Addressing BJP workers at the party headquarters, Modi also referred to the next Lok Sabha polls, scheduled for 2024, saying he hopes that political pundits will note that his party's win in the four states has also made clear the verdict for the next general election as they had linked its win in 2019 to its sweep of the Uttar Pradesh elections in 2017.

Mamata's 'Satyagraha' continues for 3rd day

Mamata's 'Satyagraha' continues for 3rd day

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

The West Bengal chief minister has described her protest as a non-political one and welcomed all anti-BJP parties into it.

The Curious Case of Sunil Mondal, MP

The Curious Case of Sunil Mondal, MP

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

The MP from East Burdwan, who defected to the BJP last December, has been put on 'probation' by the TMC, which he wants to rejoin.

Nitish left red-faced, JD-U leader praises Modi at party meet

Nitish left red-faced, JD-U leader praises Modi at party meet

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Senior Janata Dal-United leader Shivanand Tiwari on Tuesday created flutters by praising Narendra Modi at the Janata Dal-United convention in Rajgir, triggering spontaneous protests from the party workers.

Top American IT CEOs endorse 'Digital India'

Top American IT CEOs endorse 'Digital India'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2015

Modi has accelerated efforts to make India the next driver in innovation, Sunder Pichai said.

Lakhimpur: Farmers say won't allow politicians during final prayers

Lakhimpur: Farmers say won't allow politicians during final prayers

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

But the Congress said its leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will attend the event.

What Erode Win Means For Stalin's Politics

What Erode Win Means For Stalin's Politics

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

For now, the DMK can be expected to sound the bugle for Opposition unity at the national level, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

IAF showcases Rafale, Sukhoi on 89th foundation day

IAF showcases Rafale, Sukhoi on 89th foundation day

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Celebrating its 89th anniversary, the Indian Air Force on Friday put up a dazzling show with 75 aircraft, drawn from its vintage and modern fleet, performing skilful manoeuvres also marking the platinum jubilee year of India's Independence.

IM's plan A was to plant bombs in Modi's hotel in Patna

IM's plan A was to plant bombs in Modi's hotel in Patna

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

The Indian Mujahideen wanted to kill Narendra Modi before he reached the venue of his Patna rally but aborted the plan because of the thick security cover, Vicky Nanjappa reports

Does Rahul Want To Be Opposition PM Candidate?

Does Rahul Want To Be Opposition PM Candidate?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

After Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra began criss-crossing the Hindi heartland, BJP leaders have revived their attacks on 'dynasty politics' and 'family rule' in the Congress, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Oust Hindutvadis from power, bring back 'Hindus': Rahul

Oust Hindutvadis from power, bring back 'Hindus': Rahul

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

Mahatma Gandhi was a Hindu and Godse was Hindutvadi, the Congress leader said.

Shaheen Bagh protesters ready to meet Shah, MHA says no meeting scheduled

Shaheen Bagh protesters ready to meet Shah, MHA says no meeting scheduled

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

The development came two days after Home Minister Amit Shah said at Times Now Summit that anyone having doubts over CAA could seek an appointment from his office and he would be willing to meet the person(s) within three days. Meanwhile, Ministry of Home Affairs sources said that no such meeting is scheduled for Sunday.

I-Day event at Red Fort scaled down, many seats remain empty

I-Day event at Red Fort scaled down, many seats remain empty

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

The Independence Day event at the historic Red Fort, where prime minister unfurls the tricolour and delivers a speech to the nation, was scaled down this year. Around 4,000 invites, a quarter of the usual, were issued to officers, diplomats, local leaders and others.

PHOTOS: Dhoni, Advani receive Padma Bhushan award

PHOTOS: Dhoni, Advani receive Padma Bhushan award

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

Former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and multiple world champion cueist Pankaj Advani were presented with the country's third-highest civilian award -- the Padma Bhushan

Goa Congress chief quits; says Rahul's speech inspired action

Goa Congress chief quits; says Rahul's speech inspired action

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

Naik, 71, is the first senior Congress leader to resign after Rahul Gandhi announced on Sunday in his concluding speech that he wants to give the younger generation a chance to come forward and lead the party.

Wait of centuries has ended: PM after Ram temple 'bhoomi pujan'

Wait of centuries has ended: PM after Ram temple 'bhoomi pujan'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Beginning his speech with 'Jai Siya Ram', the prime minister told the gathering that a grand temple will now be built for 'Ram Lalla', the infant Ram, who had been living in a temporary tent for years.

VIDEO: Man hurls shoe at BJP leaders during presser

VIDEO: Man hurls shoe at BJP leaders during presser

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

BJP leaders Bhupendra Yadav and G V L Narsimha Rao were addressing the media.

Farmers' Protests May Dent BJP in UP

Farmers' Protests May Dent BJP in UP

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Electoral politics is going to be an important part of farmer protests going forward.

BCCI must take over affairs of DDCA, make it transparent: Justice Mudgal

BCCI must take over affairs of DDCA, make it transparent: Justice Mudgal

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

The Delhi High Court-appointed observer Justice Mukul Mudgal has given a scathing report on the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association's functioning during this year's Indian Premier League with strong observations against a few senior DDCA office-bearers.

Andhra CM goes on 'silent dharna' against Telangana

Andhra CM goes on 'silent dharna' against Telangana

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

Continuing to mount pressure on the government over the Telangana Bill, pro and anti-statehood Congress leaders are preparing to stage separate sit-ins in New Delhi on Wednesday when the special session of the Parliament starts.

At event with Modi, Stalin targets Centre over 'true federalism'

At event with Modi, Stalin targets Centre over 'true federalism'

Rediff.com26 May 2022

Modi praised Tamil Nadu as a special place and lauded the Tamil language as eternal and its culture as global.

Is BJP Getting It Wrong In Tamil Nadu?

Is BJP Getting It Wrong In Tamil Nadu?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

The AIADMK is convinced that the BJP will remain an electoral burden for a long time to come, beginning the Lok Sabha polls next year, reveals N Sathiya Moorthy.

Manohar Joshi, Ramdas Athawale meet Uddhav Thackeray

Manohar Joshi, Ramdas Athawale meet Uddhav Thackeray

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Beleaguered Shiv Sena leader Manohar Joshi, who was booed off the dais by his party's supporters at a Dussehra rally in October, on Sunday called on party chief Uddhav Thackeray at his residence.