News for 'Delhi Secretariat'

Govt asks CJI Ramana to recommend his successor

Govt asks CJI Ramana to recommend his successor

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Justice Ramana, who had taken over as head of the Indian judiciary from predecessor SA Bobde on April 24, 2021 as the 48th CJI, is scheduled to demit office on August 26 after a tenure of over 16 months.

RS official tests COVID-19 +ve, 2 floors of Par blg sealed

RS official tests COVID-19 +ve, 2 floors of Par blg sealed

Rediff.com29 May 2020

This is the second case of an official posted in the building testing positive for the infection.

CBI came hunting for DDCA file that implicated Jaitley: Kejriwal

CBI came hunting for DDCA file that implicated Jaitley: Kejriwal

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

A combative Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, furious over the CBI raid at the Delhi Secretariat, has alleged that the day-long action by the probe agency was to look for an inquiry committee file relating to Delhi District Cricket Association that "traps" Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.

From Kingsway to Kartavya Path, the journey of majestic Rajpath

From Kingsway to Kartavya Path, the journey of majestic Rajpath

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

From witnessing the dawn of Independence to playing host to annual Republic Day celebrations for over seven decades, the historic Rajpath in India's power capital has seen the colonial rule and basked in the glory of a free, democratic nation.

CM Kejriwal holds first janta darbar

CM Kejriwal holds first janta darbar

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal conducts his first Janata Darbar.

Vulgarity is not a right available to Kejriwal & co: Jaitley

Vulgarity is not a right available to Kejriwal & co: Jaitley

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Hitting out at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Thursday accused him and Aam Aadmi Party leaders of lowering the level of public discourse saying vulgarity is not a right available to people in positions.

Ex-DU employee's death: AAP joins protest over police inaction

Ex-DU employee's death: AAP joins protest over police inaction

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

The Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday extended its support to a protest organised by Delhi University teachers, employees and students' unions over police inaction into allegations of sexual harassment against a Delhi University college principal by a sacked employee who later committed suicide.

Race To Succeed President Kovind Begins

Race To Succeed President Kovind Begins

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Insiders say President Kovind has been told he will not be re-nominated, reveals R Rajagopalan.

Kejriwal overstays in official bungalow, PWD scared to send notice

Kejriwal overstays in official bungalow, PWD scared to send notice

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who has batted for honesty and integrity in public life, has not vacated his official bungalow C-II/23 at Tilak Lane despite the completion of the 15-day grace period.

Pakistan's new Army chief oversaw attack on CRPF convoy in Pulwama

Pakistan's new Army chief oversaw attack on CRPF convoy in Pulwama

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Munir was among those in Pakistan who oversaw the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, according to Tilak Devasher, a member of the National Security Advisory Board (NSAB) and who retired as Special Secretary, Cabinet Secretariat.

Olympics torch relay to pass through Delhi

Olympics torch relay to pass through Delhi

Rediff.com12 Aug 2003

It is likely to start from Qutub Minar and proceed to Jawaharlal Nehru stadium, where the torch relay will culminate.

Govt finding new techniques to 'gag' Rahul, will launch agitation: Cong

Govt finding new techniques to 'gag' Rahul, will launch agitation: Cong

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

Kharge said the BJP made all efforts to get him disqualified as he was speaking the truth.

J'khand CM Soren to seek trust vote on Monday amid disqualification threat

J'khand CM Soren to seek trust vote on Monday amid disqualification threat

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

As per a letter sent to the MLAs by the assembly secretariat, the chief minister has expressed his willingness to move a motion of confidence to prove his majority.

Modi briefs President on security breach in Punjab

Modi briefs President on security breach in Punjab

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

In a tweet, the President's secretariat said, 'President Ram Nath Kovind met Prime Minister Modi at the Rashtrapati Bhavan today and received from him a first-hand account of the security breach in his convoy in Punjab yesterday. The President expressed his concerns about the serious lapse.'

LTTE: Karunanidhi to lead delegation to New Delhi

LTTE: Karunanidhi to lead delegation to New Delhi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2008

Mounting pressure on the Centre over the Sri Lankan Tamils issue, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi will lead an all-party delegation to Delhi on December 4, seeking the prime minister's intervention for an immediate ceasefire in the island nation.

MPs pay tribute to security personnel killed in Parliament attack

MPs pay tribute to security personnel killed in Parliament attack

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

The members of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha on Monday paid tribute to the security personnel who laid down their lives while defending the Parliament complex from a terrorist attack on December 13, 2001.

Bhupendra Patel elected as Gujarat CM for 2nd term

Bhupendra Patel elected as Gujarat CM for 2nd term

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

Patel's name was declared as the leader of the legislative party unanimously at the meeting held at the party's state headquarters 'Kamalam'.

Power tariff subsidy, other AAP govt initiatives to stay

Power tariff subsidy, other AAP govt initiatives to stay

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

Lt Governor Najeeb Jung, who is now administering Delhi after President's rule was imposed, on Tuesday made it clear that none of the decisions and initiatives taken by the Aam Aadmi Party government will be scrapped, including the 50 per cent subsidy on power tariff.

3 Faces That Defined Politics In 2022

3 Faces That Defined Politics In 2022

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

The coming year will be one that will test sabka vishwas to the utmost, predicts Aditi Phadnis.

'Wah Modiji, Wah': Oppn slams ban on words critical of govt in Parliament

'Wah Modiji, Wah': Oppn slams ban on words critical of govt in Parliament

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

Congress general secretary Randeep Surjewala also said, "Saheb knows his qualities very well". He also shared a copy of the news report.

'PM should resist bureaucratic influence'

'PM should resist bureaucratic influence'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

'It seems the action against Nupur was because the vice president was in Qatar and officials in his secretariat did not want any embarrassment.'

Farmers' stir: Central forces deployed in Karnal; internet shut

Farmers' stir: Central forces deployed in Karnal; internet shut

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

The Haryana government, which had earlier ordered suspension of mobile Internet services in Karnal from Monday 12.30 pm to Tuesday midnight, decided to suspend these services in four adjoining districts as well.

Kejriwal dares BJP to arrest Sonia Gandhi in chopper scam

Kejriwal dares BJP to arrest Sonia Gandhi in chopper scam

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

He also questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "silence" on the issue.

'Delhi isn't a sultanate and we aren't small kings who'll pay tribute'

'Delhi isn't a sultanate and we aren't small kings who'll pay tribute'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

'When you enter our secretariat, you are insulting us.' 'It is the seat of government of the state of Tamil Nadu,'

PM to inaugurate Kartavya Path, Netaji statue today

PM to inaugurate Kartavya Path, Netaji statue today

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Thursday inaugurate the newly-christened Kartavya Path -- a stretch from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate that will have red granite walkways with greenery all around, refurbished canals, state-wise food stalls, new amenity blocks and vending kiosks.

Mamata apologises for minister's jibe at Murmu, says will sack him if he repeats it

Mamata apologises for minister's jibe at Murmu, says will sack him if he repeats it

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

"We respect the President of India. She is a highly respected lady. We condemn the statement made by minister of state Akhil Giri; what he said is wrong. The party has already condemned the statement and has also cautioned Akhil Giri," the CM said at a press conference at the state secretariat.

India to lead security pillar in Bay of Bengal grouping

India to lead security pillar in Bay of Bengal grouping

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a $1 million ad-hoc grant for the operational budget for the BIMSTEC secretariat and another $3 million assistance to revive the grouping's centre for weather and climate.

A Last Christmas for Santha Bakery

A Last Christmas for Santha Bakery

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

December 2022 could be the last Christmas for Santha Bakery, a business drawing its lineage from the first Christmas cake baked in Kerala.

Farmers hold protests at district headquarters in Punjab, Haryana

Farmers hold protests at district headquarters in Punjab, Haryana

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

The Haryana Police closed the Ambala-Patiala highway after protesters gathered at the Shambhu border point with adjoining Punjab. The ruling Congress also held protests in Punjab, with the state unit chief Sunil Jakhar participating in one near the Shambhu border.

Delhi: Constable among 4 killed in violent clashes over CAA, 50 injured

Delhi: Constable among 4 killed in violent clashes over CAA, 50 injured

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

The violence-affected areas witnessed several rounds of stone-pelting from pro and anti-CAA protesters. At least 11 police personnel, including DCP Shahdara and ACP (Gokalpuri) were injured. 2 CRPF personnel were also injured. All private and government schools in Northeast Delhi district will remain closed on Tuesday.

Central Vista: These 2 buildings are first to be razed

Central Vista: These 2 buildings are first to be razed

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

The Shram Shakti Bhavan and Transport Bhavan in Lutyens' Delhi will be the first two buildings to be razed to pave the way for the construction of chambers of members of Parliament there as part of Central Vista redevelopment project.

Oppn to boycott Constitution Day event in Parliament's Central Hall

Oppn to boycott Constitution Day event in Parliament's Central Hall

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Parties have decided to take this action against a government that, a senior leader alleged, has been routinely "insulting the constitution."

Central Vista will be ready to host 2022 R-Day parade: Puri

Central Vista will be ready to host 2022 R-Day parade: Puri

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The redevelopment work of the Central Vista Avenue, stretching from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate in New Delhi, will be completed within two-and-a-half months, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Thursday.

'Centre can't abdicate its responsibility'

'Centre can't abdicate its responsibility'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

'The Centre and state need to take a unified approach and take concerted action before this matter assumes menacing proportions because unemployment, the drug trade and the levels of frustration among the youth make them vulnerable to any maverick who promises something better.'

PM lauds Naidu's witty one-liners as RS bids farewell to vice prez

PM lauds Naidu's witty one-liners as RS bids farewell to vice prez

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday said M Venkaiah Naidu's witty one-liners were 'revered, and never countered', and hailed his highly productive five-year term as vice president of India and Rajya Sabha chairman.

Odisha train mishap: Railways seeks CBI probe, here's why

Odisha train mishap: Railways seeks CBI probe, here's why

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Railway officials also indicated that possible 'sabotage' and tampering with the electronic interlocking system, which detects the presence of trains, led to the Friday accident.

AAP ki sarkaar: India's youngest cabinet

AAP ki sarkaar: India's youngest cabinet

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

Arvind Kejriwal took oath as Delhi chief minister on Saturday along with a team of six ministers with an average age of 37 years.

Parliament's monsoon session to see many firsts

Parliament's monsoon session to see many firsts

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

For the first time, large display screens and consoles for participation from galleries, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, special cables between the two Houses and polycarbonate separators will be in place.

New Parl building to be ready by Oct 2022, construction to begin in Dec

New Parl building to be ready by Oct 2022, construction to begin in Dec

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Officials also said that sufficient steps have been taken to control air and noise pollution during the construction work for the new parliament building, which will have separate offices for all MPs and those will be equipped with the latest digital interfaces as a step towards creating 'paperless offices'.

India refutes reports of sending troops to Sri Lanka

India refutes reports of sending troops to Sri Lanka

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

India on Sunday said it stands with the Sri Lankan people in their aspirations for prosperity and progress through democratic means, established institutions and constitutional framework.