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Stopped from speaking, Mamata storms out of Niti Aayog meet

Stopped from speaking, Mamata storms out of Niti Aayog meet

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Banerjee said her microphone was stopped after five minutes, while other chief ministers were allowed to speak for longer durations.

Trudeau just admitted Canada has no proof: India

Trudeau just admitted Canada has no proof: India

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

As Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testified before a Commission of Inquiry, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said what it has heard only 'confirms' New Delhi's consistent stand that Canada has 'presented us no evidence' in support of the serious allegations Ottawa chose to level against India and Indian diplomats.

Canada didn't act on Bishnoi gang despite info: India

Canada didn't act on Bishnoi gang despite info: India

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

During the briefing, Jaiswal reiterated that so far no evidence has been shared by Canada.

ED probe against Sidda's wife: Irregularities found

ED probe against Sidda's wife: Irregularities found

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Evidence of several irregularities have been detected in the transfer of 14 sites by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) to B M Parvathi, the wife of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, according to the Enforcement Directorate.

A Labourer's Daughter Is World Champion

A Labourer's Daughter Is World Champion

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

When Kasturi Rajamurty won a gold medal in powerlifting at the WPPL World Cup in Russia, she sure had come a long way. From a life of penury to constantly being short of funds to fuel her passion, she had finally triumphed, and how.

WFI chief wants Vinesh to reconsider retirement

WFI chief wants Vinesh to reconsider retirement

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

On speculation that Phogat might enter the political arena, Singh refused to comment saying it was a personal matter of the 30-year-old wrestler. He said he would extend full support to Phogat if she returns to competitive wrestling.

Can Waqar Younis revive Pakistan cricket's fortunes?

Can Waqar Younis revive Pakistan cricket's fortunes?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi is contemplating appointing former captain Waqar Younis as the director of cricket affairs.

Help Vinesh, PM Urges Usha

Help Vinesh, PM Urges Usha

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'PM spoke to IOA President P T Usha and sought first hand information on the issue and the options India has in the wake of Vinesh's setback.'

'Impractical, cheap stunt': Oppn on one nation, one poll

'Impractical, cheap stunt': Oppn on one nation, one poll

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Opposition parties on Wednesday opposed the 'one nation, one election' proposal by calling it impractical and a 'cheap stunt' by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.

8 Indians serving in Russian forces dead; 63 seek early discharge: Govt

8 Indians serving in Russian forces dead; 63 seek early discharge: Govt

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

The government has received requests for facilitation of early discharge of some Indian nationals purportedly recruited into the Russian armed forces in unclear circumstances, he said.

Canada's allegations serious, India not cooperating: US

Canada's allegations serious, India not cooperating: US

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

"When it comes to the Canadian matter, we have made clear that the allegations are extremely serious and they need to be taken seriously. We wanted to see the government of India cooperate with Canada in its investigation. Obviously, they have not chosen that path," State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller told reporters at his daily news conference.

'Nikhil Gupta Will Be Quietly Sent Back To India'

'Nikhil Gupta Will Be Quietly Sent Back To India'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

'As the trial gets closer for Nikhil Gupta, they're going to want to make sure that he doesn't talk.' 'And they're going to put pressure on Mr Gupta to make some deal where the evidence doesn't come out.'

Abhinav Bindra awarded Olympic Order by IOC

Abhinav Bindra awarded Olympic Order by IOC

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Indian shooting legend Abhinav Bindra has been awarded with Olympic Order by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for his outstanding services to the Olympic movement

India wants to prove that Canada doesn't...: Trudeau's big charge

India wants to prove that Canada doesn't...: Trudeau's big charge

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

India believes that Canada doesn't take seriously violence or terrorism or incitement to hatred seriously, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Wednesday as he cited foundational responsibility for the Canadian government for not taking actions against those espousing violence and terrorism against a third country.

Either Imran Khan will get murdered or...: Pak minister

Either Imran Khan will get murdered or...: Pak minister

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Khan is now our enemy and he will be treated like that," Pak's Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah declared.

Kolkata rape: Crime scene altered, CBI tells SC

Kolkata rape: Crime scene altered, CBI tells SC

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) alleged in the Supreme Court on Thursday that there was an attempt to cover up the rape and killing of a post-graduate medic at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital by the local police as the crime scene was altered by the time the federal agency took over the probe.

Text book and exemplary: US Secret Service defends Trump protection plan

Text book and exemplary: US Secret Service defends Trump protection plan

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Ronald Rowe Jr said that the suspect did not have a line of sight of Trump and was not able to get any shots off at the agents who were sweeping the course, according to a Politico report.

In export push, govt steps in to raise container capacity

In export push, govt steps in to raise container capacity

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Concerned over the fallout of the Red Sea crisis and severe shortage of containers against the backdrop of a steep decline in merchandise exports in August, the Union government is pulling out all the stops to find a solution. To begin with, the government has devised a strategy aimed at boosting container supply and supporting exporters.

Blow to Imran Khan as Pak govt to ban his party for anti-state activities

Blow to Imran Khan as Pak govt to ban his party for anti-state activities

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Khan, 71, has been lodged at the Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on account of multiple cases against him.

Yechury's body handed over to AIIMS amid 'Lal Salaam' chants

Yechury's body handed over to AIIMS amid 'Lal Salaam' chants

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Earlier in the day, rich tributes were paid to Yechury at the Communist Party of India (Marxist) headquarters at the AKG Bhavan here, where his mortal remains were brought from his residence in the morning.

Will Nirmalaji Cheer The Markets?

Will Nirmalaji Cheer The Markets?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

'We are confident that over the next few years the government will strike a fine balance between populist measures and growth, and manage coalition partners well.'

Nepal's PM Deuba sacks 4 ministers a week after ally JSP quits coalition

Nepal's PM Deuba sacks 4 ministers a week after ally JSP quits coalition

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The JSP has made an electoral alliance with main opposition Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist headed by K P Sharma Oli.

Now, ED books Mahua Moitra in cash-for-queries case

Now, ED books Mahua Moitra in cash-for-queries case

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a money laundering case against Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra and businessman Darshan Hiranandani in connection with an alleged cash-for-queries scam case, official sources said Tuesday.

Indians Dominate TIME 100 AI Titans List

Indians Dominate TIME 100 AI Titans List

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The TIME 100 AI list is an interesting assortment of titans. Indians make up about 20 per cent of the coveted list, which is pretty commendable, notes Sandeep Goyal.

Vinesh Phogat accuses Sports Minister of cover-up

Vinesh Phogat accuses Sports Minister of cover-up

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Vinesh claimed that twice in the past sexual harassment cases were reported during the national camp but the WFI succeeded in sweeping the matter under the carpet.

France arrests Russian suspected of planning to destabilize Olympics

France arrests Russian suspected of planning to destabilize Olympics

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

French police have arrested a Russian man suspected of planning to destabilize the Olympics.

Job creation gets Budget boost with incentives

Job creation gets Budget boost with incentives

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Recognising job creation for the youth as the foremost challenge for the economy, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday announced a comprehensive Prime Minister's package to facilitate the employment and skilling of 41 million youth with a central outlay of Rs 2 trillion over the next five-year period. The package will consist of five schemes and initiatives - three focused on jobs and two on skilling.

India's moon landing gets front-page coverage in Pak

India's moon landing gets front-page coverage in Pak

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Despite the chill in bilateral ties, Pakistan's media on Thursday gave front-page coverage to India's historic moon landing while a former minister even called it a 'great moment' for Indian Space Research Organisation.

Kolkata hospital principal resigns amid massive protests over doc's rape-murder

Kolkata hospital principal resigns amid massive protests over doc's rape-murder

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

"I cannot take this insult anymore. All the allegations raised against me are false and fabricated. A student movement has been incited to remove me. There is a political mind behind this. I had informed police within an hour of the incident. CCTV footage has been handed over to police," Ghosh said.

Union cabinet gives go ahead to 'one nation, one poll'

Union cabinet gives go ahead to 'one nation, one poll'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the proposal for 'one nation, one Election' as recommended by the Kovind panel, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday.

Boost Consumption Of The Poorest 80 Crores And Not The Richest Eight Crores

Boost Consumption Of The Poorest 80 Crores And Not The Richest Eight Crores

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

There are reports that the government will soon cut income taxes by about Rs 50,000 crore to boost consumption.
Prime Minister Modi, I suggest that, instead, you distribute about one lakh crore rupees per year to the 80 crore poor, which will boost both consumption and economic growth, suggests Kalyan Singhal, McCurdy Professor of Business at the University of Baltimore.

Doctors' strike cripples OPDs nationwide, Centre to form panel

Doctors' strike cripples OPDs nationwide, Centre to form panel

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

The government on Saturday said a committee will be formed to propose safety measures for healthcare professionals even as OPD services were hit across the country as doctors joined the 24-hour nationwide strike called by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) to protest the alleged rape and murder of a trainee medic in Kolkata.

Kejriwal to remain in judicial custody till April 15

Kejriwal to remain in judicial custody till April 15

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

A Delhi court on Monday sent Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to judicial custody till April 15, noting the Enforcement Directorate's contention that his release could hamper the investigation into the Delhi excise policy-linked money laundering case.

AAP 'passed on' bribe money as poll funds: ED chargesheet

AAP 'passed on' bribe money as poll funds: ED chargesheet

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed its first chargesheet in connection with a money-laundering probe linked to alleged irregularities in the Delhi Jal Board (DJB), official sources said on Saturday.

Senior Lankan police officer to probe IS terrorists arrested in Gujarat

Senior Lankan police officer to probe IS terrorists arrested in Gujarat

Rediff.com22 May 2024

The Sri Lanka police on Wednesday said a senior deputy inspector general will head a team appointed to investigate four of its citizens arrested in Gujarat when on an alleged mission to carry out terror activities in India at the behest of the banned Islamic State.

CBI arrests journalist in NEET-UG paper leaks case

CBI arrests journalist in NEET-UG paper leaks case

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

A special CBI court in Godhra on Saturday granted the probe agency four-day custody of Jay Jalaram School's principal Purushottam Sharma, teacher Tushar Bhatt, and middlemen Vibhor Anand and Arif Vohra, all of whom are alleged to be involved in irregularities in the May 5 NEET-UG exam in Godhra.

Canada likely to limit international students amid job, housing crisis

Canada likely to limit international students amid job, housing crisis

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

The minister didn't specify the extent of reduction the government is planning on making in the immigration system.

The Woman Who Lost Everything

The Woman Who Lost Everything

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

When the landslide hit, Sruthi's house was washed away, along with its inhabitants. She lost her entire family and some relatives. All she had left for a close confidante was her fiance Jenson. Days after the landslide and the loss of her family, Jenson died in a road accident that also left Sruthi with serious injuries. News of the accident and Sruthi's backdrop as the lone surviving member of a family wiped out in the July landslide, was picked up by the media, and people rushed to help.

Kejriwal used 'scam' money to stay at luxury Goa hotel: ED

Kejriwal used 'scam' money to stay at luxury Goa hotel: ED

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal 'directly used' part of the alleged Rs 100 crore generated from the 'kickbacks' of the Delhi excise policy 'scam' by staying in a luxury hotel in Goa, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has claimed in its charge sheet filed against the Aam Aadmi Party supremo.

ED seeks FCRA probe into AAP's Rs 7-cr foreign funding; party says BJP plot

ED seeks FCRA probe into AAP's Rs 7-cr foreign funding; party says BJP plot

Rediff.com20 May 2024

The Aam Aadmi Party dismissed the allegation as "baseless" and claimed it was "another conspiracy hatched by the BJP" to tarnish AAP's image ahead of voting for Lok Sabha seats in Delhi and Punjab.