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'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial units, ought to really focus on what we can really do to make the world a safer place, maybe 50 or 100 years from now.' 'For instance, how can we deal with climate change and global warming, right now?' 'The effects of it may not be felt now; in fact, we may pay a price for it today, but it will help the generations to follow.'

'Modi is most popular PM, still he had to change his 101 MPs'

'Modi is most popular PM, still he had to change his 101 MPs'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

'He had to change them because he recognises that even with his popularity....could lead to a problem. So, democracy has this way of offering corrections and telling the ruling party or the prime minister that you need to take some steps to compensate for excesses'

Pannun 'Plot': Modi Responds to US Charges

Pannun 'Plot': Modi Responds to US Charges

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

'If a citizen of ours has done anything good or bad, we are ready to look into it. Our commitment is to the rule of law.'

US announces grant of $500k to NGO to promote religious freedom in India

US announces grant of $500k to NGO to promote religious freedom in India

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

The funding comes after a 2016 report found an increase in violent incidents by cow vigilantes mostly against Muslims in India and authorities often 'failed' to prosecute them.

'Don't believe in dynasty politics': Mamata disowns brother

'Don't believe in dynasty politics': Mamata disowns brother

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Babun Banerjee expressed displeasure over the party re-nominating Prasun Banerjee from Howrah Lok Sabha seat in West Bengal.

'Rahul Gandhi Is Hero Of Election Battle 2024'

'Rahul Gandhi Is Hero Of Election Battle 2024'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

'He has emerged as a formidable leader who cannot be ignored anymore, who cannot be mocked.'

'Freedom of expression is for all': HC dismisses plea seeking ban on 'Mersal'

'Freedom of expression is for all': HC dismisses plea seeking ban on 'Mersal'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

The petitioner in his PIL had contended that the movie contained scenes and dialogues, which were against the interests of the country's sovereignty and integrity and the security of the state.

'Mr Modi Is Rattled'

'Mr Modi Is Rattled'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The speech he gave in which he accused the Congress of getting black money in tempos from Ambani and Adani is remarkable.' 'It is a self-goal for sure, but indicates someone who has lost control, someone who is rattled.'

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The BSA Gold Star is launched....Ola Enters e-motorbikes Biz... Bajaj, TVS To Enter e2Ws Market...

Minister's remarks cannot be attributed 'vicariously' to govt: SC

Minister's remarks cannot be attributed 'vicariously' to govt: SC

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Justice B V Nagarathna, however, said such statements can be vicariously attributed to the government in case a minister makes disparaging statements in his "official capacity".

'Hum har samay...': Nitish on possibility of early LS polls

'Hum har samay...': Nitish on possibility of early LS polls

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

'We all are united and intact. We have been working for the people and will continue to serve people. We have done a lot of developmental work in Bihar. From constructing good roads, bridges, electricity, and drinking water facilities to several other infrastructural projects, we have done a lot of work in the state. The electorate will make the final decision'

Centre to hold further talks with Punjab farmers: Tomar

Centre to hold further talks with Punjab farmers: Tomar

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

He also said that train services will resume after the state government and protesting farmer unions assure the safety of the tracks. Tomar and Union Food, Commerce and Railways Minister Piyush Goyal held a day-long meeting with representatives of various farmer unions at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.

Pannun plot: Biden admin briefs 5 Indian-American lawmakers on Gupta's case

Pannun plot: Biden admin briefs 5 Indian-American lawmakers on Gupta's case

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

Congress members Ami Bera, Pramila Jayapal, Ro Khanna, Raja Krishnamoorthi and Shri Thanedar released a joint statement after receiving a classified briefing from the Biden Administration on Gupta's indictment.

Red Sea attacks: US, UK, allies strike Yemen's Houthi-controlled areas

Red Sea attacks: US, UK, allies strike Yemen's Houthi-controlled areas

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

In a statement issued on Saturday, Austin said that the US and the UK also received support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands and New Zealand in conducting the additional strikes.

Cops reveal: What Parliament breach accused wanted to do

Cops reveal: What Parliament breach accused wanted to do

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

The Delhi Police probing the Parliament security beach case for more than 40 days on Tuesday said the six accused were 'self-funded and self-motivated' to do 'something big' for fame.

Khawaja slams ICC again; denied 'dove of peace' on bat

Khawaja slams ICC again; denied 'dove of peace' on bat

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Khawaja accuses ICC of double standards over Gaza support

Street gives a thumbs up to Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta's demerger plan

Street gives a thumbs up to Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta's demerger plan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Debt management is going to be a worry for the Vedanta group until FY25 at least. However, the restructuring of business divisions in Vedanta India could lead to an unlocking of values. The group structure is fairly complex. Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta Resources (VRL), which is London-listed, has a lot of debt on the balance sheet. It will have to repay $1 billion in secured bonds by January 2024 and at least another $300 million in calendar 2024.

Romila, Naseer, Dreze among 750 citizens to come out in support of NewsClick

Romila, Naseer, Dreze among 750 citizens to come out in support of NewsClick

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

More than 750 eminent citizens, including historian Romila Thapar, economist Jean Dreze and actor Naseeruddin Shah, on Wednesday came out in support of a news website which is alleged to have received dubious funds to spread Chinese propaganda.

Lok Sabha elections as good as rigged: Jean Dreze

Lok Sabha elections as good as rigged: Jean Dreze

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Development economist Jean Dreze said the Indian democracy is currently navigating a crisis that is not only limited to the 'recent wave of authoritarianism' but also suppression of opposition voices by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.

'Netanyahu should resign!'

'Netanyahu should resign!'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'He is ultimately responsible for this failure, having ignored warnings from Egypt and the US about the attacks.'

Freedom under Mourinho led to Spain call-up: Herrera

Freedom under Mourinho led to Spain call-up: Herrera

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Midfielder Ander Herrera has thanked Jose Mourinho for giving him the license to express himself and credited the Manchester United manager's tactics for his first call-up to the Spain squad. Herrera has flourished in the holding midfield role as the 27-year-old has been a regular feature under Mourinho, scoring once in eight appearances in all competitions this season.

Listen to 'Mann Ki Baat' of India's Muslims: Jama Masjid Shahi Imam to PM

Listen to 'Mann Ki Baat' of India's Muslims: Jama Masjid Shahi Imam to PM

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

The Muslims are troubled due to the prevailing conditions and worried about their future," Bukhari said.

'The attack on Bhansali is an attack on freedom'

'The attack on Bhansali is an attack on freedom'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

'When it comes to interpretation of history, you can disagree with him, but at least allow the film to release.' 'By asking for a ban, you are creating an atmosphere where nobody will attempt films on Indian history.'

Column: Why Modi Should Not Get 400 Plus Seats

Column: Why Modi Should Not Get 400 Plus Seats

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'Imagine what the BJP's urges would be if India's electorate awarded it truly brute majorities like the 400 plus seats the prime minister called for in the 2024 general elections?' asks Shyam G Menon.

'The Modi government has given farmers freedom'

'The Modi government has given farmers freedom'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

'The farm bills will not bring in corporate zamindari'

40-year-old fintech gurus need 60-year-olds to handhold them

40-year-old fintech gurus need 60-year-olds to handhold them

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The message is clear: The 60-year-old wise uncles need to handhold the 40-year-old entrepreneurs when, obsessed with ambition and greed for growth, they become a victim of hubris, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Avoid naming animals as Sita, Akbar: Calcutta HC over safari park row

Avoid naming animals as Sita, Akbar: Calcutta HC over safari park row

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

It then went on to ask whether a lion could be named after Swami Vivekananda or Ramakrishna Paramahansa.

SC stays criminal proceedings against Karnataka CM in protest march case

SC stays criminal proceedings against Karnataka CM in protest march case

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed criminal proceedings against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and others in connection with a protest march held in the state in 2022.

Deepfakes And The Threat To 2024 Elections

Deepfakes And The Threat To 2024 Elections

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

If left unchecked, the 2024 elections may be infamously remembered as the election of deepfakes. The ECI has a tough task ahead, but, more importantly, it has an opportunity to become a global model for scores of countries going to polls this year, notes Ajay Kumar.

Amnesty criticises India for 'intensified crackdown on freedoms'

Amnesty criticises India for 'intensified crackdown on freedoms'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Indian authorities failed to "prevent many incidents of religious violence and contributed to tensions through polarising speeches", Amnesty International said.

'I Wanted To Beat People Up...'

'I Wanted To Beat People Up...'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'Suddenly the audience pool feels bigger, like everyone is watching everything now.' 'It's no longer limited in terms of boundaries, like a state or a language.' 'Whether it's a series, a movie or even a Korean film, the audience has access to all of it.' 'Slowly, the boundaries are blurring, so that's great for actors.'

Without taking names India, US call for freedom of navigation

Without taking names India, US call for freedom of navigation

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

The India-US joint statement said as responsible stewards in the Indo-Pacific region, Trump and Modi agreed that a close partnership between the United States and India is central to peace and stability in the region.

Uzbekistan invites India's EC to witness April 30 referendum

Uzbekistan invites India's EC to witness April 30 referendum

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Uzbekistan's ambassador to India Dilshod Akhatov said on Tuesday that constitutions of 190 countries, including that of India, were studied to bring in holistic and comprehensive changes to the Constitution of the country.

Bollywood's 'thousand salutes to all'

Bollywood's 'thousand salutes to all'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

How Bollywood stars celebrated Republic Day.

Abrahamic binary has outlived its utility

Abrahamic binary has outlived its utility

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

It is only the Indian approach of holding on to multiple realities and contradictory ideas simultaneously that is likely to deliver peace and progress. Binary logic is out of sync with reality, notes R Jagannathan.

Cong seeks EC action against Modi over 'hate speech' in poll-bound Rajasthan

Cong seeks EC action against Modi over 'hate speech' in poll-bound Rajasthan

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh cited the prime minister's speech made in Barmer on Wednesday and said the people of the state will surely respond to such "arrogance" of the prime minister.

Raj Bhavan spreading lie on petrol bomb case in planned manner: Stalin

Raj Bhavan spreading lie on petrol bomb case in planned manner: Stalin

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

It is shameful that Governor Ravi has become a representative of the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Raj Bhavan has turned into an office of the saffron party, he alleged.

Why Virat Kohli Is India's T20 'Lion'

Why Virat Kohli Is India's T20 'Lion'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

'Till the time he is there, the chances of India winning are high.'

Will hold tricolour when J-K flag is restored: Mehbooba

Will hold tricolour when J-K flag is restored: Mehbooba

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Jammu and Kashmir's mainstream political parties, including the National Conference and the PDP, formed the Gupkar alliance on October 15 for restoration of special status of the erstwhile state and also to initiate a dialogue between all the stakeholders on the issue.

Cong ally IUML rejects CPM invite to UCC seminars

Cong ally IUML rejects CPM invite to UCC seminars

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

The overtures by CPI-M state secretary MV Govindan had upset the Congress that had, subsequently, accused the Left party of turning the UCC into a Hindu versus Muslim issue for gaining political mileage.