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How much does he know? Jaitley says on Rahul; Congress hits back

How much does he know? Jaitley says on Rahul; Congress hits back

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

The Congress said arrogance of the BJP has touched its zenith as it turned 'blind' to farm distress.

Not Siddaramaiah, it's 'seeda rupaiya' govt: Modi in Karnataka

Not Siddaramaiah, it's 'seeda rupaiya' govt: Modi in Karnataka

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

He said it should not be allowed to continue 'even for a minute'.

The men who inspire Kamal Haasan

The men who inspire Kamal Haasan

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Why did Kamal Haasan name the leaders he did?

Political slugfest erupts as President praises Tipu in speech

Political slugfest erupts as President praises Tipu in speech

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

Leader of Opposition in the Legislative Council K S Eshwarappa alleged that the government has 'misused' the office of the President by getting Tipu's name mentioned in the speech.

What changes we can expect at Tirupati

What changes we can expect at Tirupati

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

'Our priority is how to reduce the waiting time for people for darshan.'

Scrapping notes will boost demand for gold

Scrapping notes will boost demand for gold

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

The Modi government's decision to demonetise Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 banknotes will drive up interest in the bullion market

Winsome becomes a headache for banks and investors

Winsome becomes a headache for banks and investors

Rediff.com6 Dec 2013

The company and its sister concern, Forever Precious, owe close to Rs 5,500 crore.

Govt, Opposition battle it out on note ban anniversary

Govt, Opposition battle it out on note ban anniversary

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Union ministers fanned out across the country to highlight the crackdown on black money to mark the first anniversary of demonetisation on Wednesday which the Bharatiya Janata Party celebrated as "Anti Black Money Day" while the Congress-led Opposition observed it as "Black Day" with street protests.

Inside the Brad Pitt-Angelina Jolie wedding

Inside the Brad Pitt-Angelina Jolie wedding

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

The golden couple of Holywood got hitched over the weekend.

BOO! TMC MLA says as long as earth exists, there'll be rape

BOO! TMC MLA says as long as earth exists, there'll be rape

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

After Trinamool Congress's Tapas Pal threat to rape, comes TMC's Dipak Haldar, who has sparked controversy over his insensitive remarks on rape.

Impossible to return to India: Mehul Choksi tells CBI

Impossible to return to India: Mehul Choksi tells CBI

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

In a 7-page letter Choksi said, he was being threatened by the individuals with whom he has business relationship and due to the seizure of his assets, his employees, customers and creditors have started to show animosity towards him.

'Rafales will provide India major advantage in Tibet'

'Rafales will provide India major advantage in Tibet'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

'Rafales can play an important role in doing DEAD (Destruction of Enemy Air Defence) on the Surface-to-Air Missiles that the Chinese have put on Tibet'

BJP ready for early elections in Gujarat

BJP ready for early elections in Gujarat

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

Political observers say that except for a strong anti-incumbency sentiment, there is little that might go against the BJP.

Explain how money was taken away under your nose: Rahul to PM on bank fraud

Explain how money was taken away under your nose: Rahul to PM on bank fraud

Rediff.com24 Feb 2018

'Under Modi Ji's 'Jan Dhan Loot Yojana', another scam!' he tweeted.

PM Modi's Rs 4.31 crore suit enters Guinness book

PM Modi's Rs 4.31 crore suit enters Guinness book

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

The suit made it to the Guinness Book of World Records as the "most expensive suit (clothing) sold at auction".

CBI director removed because agency questioned Rafale deal: Rahul Gandhi

CBI director removed because agency questioned Rafale deal: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

The Congress president alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party deceived people and siphoned off hard-earned money of farmers, poor, small businessmen to fill the pockets of the country's 15-20 big industrialists.

I-T issues notice to Singhvi's wife for purchases from Nirav Modi

I-T issues notice to Singhvi's wife for purchases from Nirav Modi

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

The notice, the sources said, was issued on Tuesday to Anita Singhvi and that she was asked to explain how much she had paid in cash and through cheque to purchase the valuables and jewellery a few years back. It is understood that the I-T feels that about Rs 1.5 crore was paid by cheque for the purchase of the jewellery, while about Rs 4.8 crore was paid in cash by Anita Singhvi.

PHOTOS: Cubs end 108 year title drought to win World Series Baseball

PHOTOS: Cubs end 108 year title drought to win World Series Baseball

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

The Chicago Cubs shed themselves of the "Curse of the Billy Goat" and ended a 108-year wait for a World Series title by beating the Cleveland Indians 8-7 in 10 innings on Wednesday in a thrilling Game Seven classic.

House proceedings washed out for 7th day, Finance Bill not taken up

House proceedings washed out for 7th day, Finance Bill not taken up

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

The imapsse continues over issues like bank scams and special status demand for Andhra Pradesh.

PIX: The most daring style moments of 2017

PIX: The most daring style moments of 2017

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

Presenting the celebs who made headlines this year with their provocative outfits! Tell us who stunned you the most.

PNB scam, demand for special status for AP stall Parliament

PNB scam, demand for special status for AP stall Parliament

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Noisy protests disrupted the both houses of the Parliament on the first day of the second part of the budget session

Gujarat: Campaign ends for first phase; Saurashtra, Kutch crucial

Gujarat: Campaign ends for first phase; Saurashtra, Kutch crucial

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

A total of 89 seats -- out of 182 -- spanning the Saurashtra and south Gujarat regions, are up for grabs in the first phase with 977 candidates in the fray, including Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.

'If Modi-Shah stand on their heads they won't get 272'

'If Modi-Shah stand on their heads they won't get 272'

Rediff.com20 May 2019

'No right thinking student of politics can name one state where the BJP gains in double digits.'

'India suffers': Cong's theme for protests on DeMo anniversary

'India suffers': Cong's theme for protests on DeMo anniversary

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

The Congress, which described the note ban decision as the "biggest scam" and "the largest government-abetted money laundering scheme", has asked all its state units to organise protests, processions and marches to mark the day.

These world leaders can shake a leg!

These world leaders can shake a leg!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

Rediff.com takes a look at some of the most prominent politicians across the world as they get jiggy with it.

12 Bhagalpuri Art Silk Sarees We Totally Love

12 Bhagalpuri Art Silk Sarees We Totally Love

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

12 Bhagalpuri Art Silk Sarees We Totally Love

PNB fraud case: Centre, SC at loggerheads

PNB fraud case: Centre, SC at loggerheads

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

There can't be a parallel inquiry and parallel monitoring by the courts, Attorney General K K Venugopal told the court.

Kerala Day celebration runs into row; No invite for Guv, 2 ex-CMs

Kerala Day celebration runs into row; No invite for Guv, 2 ex-CMs

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who inaugurated the celebrations, clarified that the Governor was not invited due to "protocol" issues.

The man who hopes to do better than Modi

The man who hopes to do better than Modi

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

'When Modi was CM, Gujarat won 128 seats.' 'Now he is PM. Modiji is revered by people in Gujarat.' 'So as PM he will get 150 seats,'

Anarchy cannot be alternate politics: Arun Jaitley

Anarchy cannot be alternate politics: Arun Jaitley

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

AAP has displayed scant regard for the Rule of Law. Its conduct is a challenge to constitutionalism, says BJP leader Arun Jaitley

Kareena, Deepika, Alia: Dress like B-town divas this wedding season!

Kareena, Deepika, Alia: Dress like B-town divas this wedding season!

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Get inspired from Bollywood beauties this wedding season!

The 'cash poor' BJP MP who owns dinner set worth Rs 1.54 cr

The 'cash poor' BJP MP who owns dinner set worth Rs 1.54 cr

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Though the erstwhile scion of Gwalior and present Bharatiya Janata Party member of Parliament Yashodhara Raje Scindia only has Rs 15,400 cash in her hand, she owns a dinner set worth over Rs 1.54 crore, according to the affidavit she filed along with the nominations papers in Shivpuri in Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday.

Reviving infra sector, a big challenge for Modi govt

Reviving infra sector, a big challenge for Modi govt

Rediff.com23 May 2014

The manifesto proposes to launch a Sagar Mala project to set up new ports and upgrading the existing ones and "stringing them together".

The 26 year old who leads Ignite India

The 26 year old who leads Ignite India

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

'Our Indian culture system is very family oriented.' 'We value and respect the decisions of our parents to a great extent.' 'That can be a pro or con.' 'It's up to the parents to gauge how much motivation, pressure or space a child needs.' 'Every child is different.' 'We are all unique and that is what I intend to drive home to parents.'

Why is PM silent on atrocities on SCs, STs, asks Rahul

Why is PM silent on atrocities on SCs, STs, asks Rahul

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

He also attacked Modi on the CBSE question papers leak and on the 'leak' of assembly election date for Karnataka, saying Modi was silent on these issues too.

A Congress government headed for doom

A Congress government headed for doom

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

Failure to deliver on governance, corruption allegations, preoccupation with Lok Sabha and gram panchayat polls and factionalism have weakened Siddaramaiah's government in Karnataka. This may well hand the BJP a chance to make a comeback in the state, says Raghu Krishnan.

Why Dilli remains door for Mamatadi

Why Dilli remains door for Mamatadi

Rediff.com7 May 2014

'The numbers have been scaled down for the Trinamool Congress. Today, the upper number of victories seems to be 30, with 25 seats being the realistic option. The Trinamool Congress may still be the largest non-BJP, non-Congress party in the next Lok Sabha, but it may not make it to the Cabinet table, leave alone sit in the top chair,' says T V R Shenoy.

9 Celebrity Inspired Ear Cuff Styles You Just Cannot Miss

9 Celebrity Inspired Ear Cuff Styles You Just Cannot Miss

Rediff.com7 Oct 2015

9 Celebrity Inspired Ear Cuff Styles You Just Cannot Miss

BJP demands ban on Punjabi film 'Kaum Ke Heere'

BJP demands ban on Punjabi film 'Kaum Ke Heere'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party has demanded ban on Punjabi film 'Kaum Ke Heere', which is based on the assassins of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

Siddarmaiah to declare Rs 70 lakh watch as state asset

Siddarmaiah to declare Rs 70 lakh watch as state asset

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Under attack from the opposition over his luxurious watch, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddarmaiah on Thursday said he would declare it as a state asset and hand it over to the government.