News for 'Damodardas Modi'

The stars who came to see the Modi film

The stars who came to see the Modi film

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

Chalo Jeete Hain is a film based on Narendra Damodardas's childhood.

Nephew collects Lataji's ashes

Nephew collects Lataji's ashes

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

There is no word from the family so far on where will the ashes be immersed.

'Modi realises his position is shaky at the moment'

'Modi realises his position is shaky at the moment'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

'There is a sense within the government and Modi that things are not as good as they were in 2019.'

Prez Poll: Who Will Be Modi's Next 'Yes Man'?

Prez Poll: Who Will Be Modi's Next 'Yes Man'?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Modi will utilise the Presidential poll to show that he is the only leader who matters in India, argue Sunil Gatade and Venkatesh Kesari. So the question being asked in political circles is: 'Who will be the next Kovind?'

'Narendra Modi is clearly rattled'

'Narendra Modi is clearly rattled'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'The Bharat Jodo Yatra successfully resurrected the Rahul Gandhi brand.' 'There's a critical mass that has built up for the Congress and Mr Modi is feeling the heat on the Adani issue, the raids on the BBC offices, the Opposition getting together.'

Modi to address nation on 9th Sikh guru's 400th birth anniversary

Modi to address nation on 9th Sikh guru's 400th birth anniversary

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

The programme is focussed on highlighting the teachings of the ninth Sikh guru who sacrificed his life to protect religion and human values, ideals and principles in world history, it noted, adding that he was executed for supporting the religious freedom of Kashmiri Pandits on the orders of Mughal ruler Aurangzeb.

'Lataji wanted her voice to be part of the Ram Mandir'

'Lataji wanted her voice to be part of the Ram Mandir'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

'I would like to leave behind my small contribution for the historic day when the Ram temple will be consecrated.'

What Modiji Missed!

What Modiji Missed!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Glimpses of the riveting sideshows at the G-7 gabfest

Uttam's Take: Elvis is in the Building

Uttam's Take: Elvis is in the Building

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

Uttam Ghosh offers his take on Donald J Trump's comment on Narendra Damodardas Modi: 'They love this gentleman to my right. People went crazy, he is like an American version of Elvis', referring to the Howdy Modi event.

Now, Nitish seeks votes in Modi's name, not his own

Now, Nitish seeks votes in Modi's name, not his own

Rediff.com12 May 2019

'In his election speeches, Nitish has been parroting Modi, praising him like never before.'

RARE PHOTOS: From Nehru to Modi

RARE PHOTOS: From Nehru to Modi

Rediff.com23 May 2014

The story of India's prime ministers from 1947, told in photographs.

Did Nitish Kumar Get Scared Of 'Modi Magic'?

Did Nitish Kumar Get Scared Of 'Modi Magic'?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

In switching over, Nitish has sent out a message that if he could not now become the NDA's PM, then he would need to stay on as CM at the very least, which a third term for Modi would not let him have, N Sathiya Moorthy points out.

Uttam's Take: Speedbreaker Kaun?!

Uttam's Take: Speedbreaker Kaun?!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

Uttam Ghosh offers his take on Modi's jibe and Mamata's retort.

All the President's Stock Portfolio

All the President's Stock Portfolio

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

In his capacity as India's First Citizen, the President owns the shares of several public sector enterprises held by the government.

Yogi And The Buddha

Yogi And The Buddha

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

A week from now, October 20, Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi will host Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh.

'Eventually, Modi will retire'

'Eventually, Modi will retire'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

'Jockeying for that position has possibly started at this time.'

'You need not just one strong leader, you need a strong Opposition'

'You need not just one strong leader, you need a strong Opposition'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Those who hope for a strong united Opposition are disillusioned at the way in which the INDIA alliance has already been caught in debilitating squabbles.'

When Yogi Played Hockey

When Yogi Played Hockey

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Ever since he won a second term in office last month, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath -- whose stern face rarely betrayed a smile during his first term -- seems to be more relaxed these days.

'Prime Minister Of India Has Become The High Priest Of Hinduism'

'Prime Minister Of India Has Become The High Priest Of Hinduism'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

'We are very close to become a theocratic State where Hinduism is the official religion of the government.'

Look Who Wished L K Advani, 95

Look Who Wished L K Advani, 95

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Several BJP leaders including Prime Minister Modi called on Lalji at his home in New Delhi to wish the former deputy prime minister.

Uttam's Take: The New Quotas

Uttam's Take: The New Quotas

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

Uttam Ghosh offers his unique take on the 10% quotas proclaimed by Narendra Damodardas Modi's government.

Only Modi can do this

Only Modi can do this

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

Only a leader with sufficient moral authority with voters can pull off such experiments, notes T N Ninan.

How Modi plans to change babudom

How Modi plans to change babudom

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

The PM is keen to fill 40 per cent of joint secretary level openings with outsiders.

Dom's Take: The Trust Deficit

Dom's Take: The Trust Deficit

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Dominic Xavier offers his take on the breakdown of trust between the Narendra Damodardas Modi government and the farmers.

How Opposition Can Take On Modi's BJP

How Opposition Can Take On Modi's BJP

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

The future challenger to Narendra Modi would be somebody who can bring the Hindus and Muslims together again. The Hindus as Hindus, not broken caste groups, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Uttam's Take: Modi and Diwali Nukes

Uttam's Take: Modi and Diwali Nukes

Rediff.com11 May 2019

Uttam Ghosh's Take on Modi's controversial Diwali Nukes statement.

Was asked to deplane as if I was a terrorist: Pawan Khera

Was asked to deplane as if I was a terrorist: Pawan Khera

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

Khera said he was not provided the reasons for his arrest or given a copy of the FIR in the matter.

What Modi-Shah plan to do next

What Modi-Shah plan to do next

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Modi and Shah's next focus will be South India, and the Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections. Shah is unlikely to abdicate control over the party even after he joins the government. Modi and Shah both know only too well that the party makes the government, and not the other way round.

Modi to induct youngsters, allies as ministers

Modi to induct youngsters, allies as ministers

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Among the names being mentioned for inclusion as ministers are Tejasvi Surya, the 29-year-old MP from Bangalore South, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, the 35-year-old MP from Ladakh, Locket Chatterjee, the 45-year old MP from Hooghly, and Dilip Ghosh, MP from West Medinipur and president of the BJP's West Bengal unit.

Dom's Take: Which Medal did He win?

Dom's Take: Which Medal did He win?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Dominic Xavier offers his cheeky take on Monday's event when government ministers feliciated the Tokyo Olympic medalists.

JOY and CELEBRATION

JOY and CELEBRATION

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Hundreds of farmers were seen offering sweets to each other at Ghazipur on the Delhi-Uttar Pradesh border to celebrate the 'half victory' of their almost year-long protest.

India-France Strategic Partnership To Bloom

India-France Strategic Partnership To Bloom

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

India-France synergy is poised to open vistas of collaboration between the two countries, notes Rup Narayan Das.

VOTE: Will it be 'Ab ki Baar, Modi Sarkar' once again?

VOTE: Will it be 'Ab ki Baar, Modi Sarkar' once again?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

As the nation heads into a crucial election, we ask you, dear Rediff.com readers, what you think of the government's performance so far, and if it will be re-elected for another term.

When NaMo met Joe...

When NaMo met Joe...

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi spent Friday in the company of United States President Joe Biden, first at their meeting in the Oval Office at the White House, then at the QUAD Summit.

Modi's quota: Utmost secrecy, precise execution

Modi's quota: Utmost secrecy, precise execution

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

Thus it was that for the first time in the history of the republic a constitutional amendment was announced and passed by Parliament within 72 hours, reports R Rajagopalan.

Why Modi appointed 4 Bengal ministers

Why Modi appointed 4 Bengal ministers

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

Wednesday's expansion shows that Modi still has a keen eye on Bengal. The BJP is gearing up for the panchayat elections in Bengal next May and the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.

Dom's Take: Covid times, but CVP must go on

Dom's Take: Covid times, but CVP must go on

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

Dominic Xavier is mystified by Modi's refusal to halt a scheme whose funds would be better deployed in providing better healthcare -- and yes, free vaccines -- to the Indian people.

Smart NAMO: The Narendra Modi smartphone is here!

Smart NAMO: The Narendra Modi smartphone is here!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2013

Named Saffron 1 -- two variants -- and Saffron 2 the phones will be available this Sunday and are priced between Rs 18k and Rs 24k

India Welcomes Sheikh Hasina In Style

India Welcomes Sheikh Hasina In Style

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

India laid out the red carpet and accorded a ceremonial reception for one of this country's most valued allies, Sheikh Hasina

Dom's Take: What's More Important?

Dom's Take: What's More Important?

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Dominic Xavier wonders what's more important for India: A new house for the prime minister or protecting the lives of every Indian through efficient and urgent healthcare.