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ED raids rose by 86 times under BJP government

ED raids rose by 86 times under BJP government

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Searches conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the anti-money laundering law rose by 86 times while arrests and attachment of assets jumped by around 25 times in the 10 years since 2014 compared to the preceding nine-year period, according to official data.

Scottish, German fans flood Munich ahead of Euro kick-off

Scottish, German fans flood Munich ahead of Euro kick-off

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Scottish fans clad in kilts have dominated central Munich for the last few days, playing bagpipes, chanting and endearing themselves to the locals. Hours before kick-off Germany fans emerged to join the excitement, saying they were proud to host the tournament and ready to get behind their team.

Crisis looms in Karnataka as 2,800 doctors submit resignations

Crisis looms in Karnataka as 2,800 doctors submit resignations

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

At least 2,800 government doctors on Monday submitted their resignation letters in protest against the non-fulfillment of their demands. The meeting between the doctors and the state's Health Minister UT Khader, remained inconclusive.

Rishabh Pant, Bumrah return for Bangladesh Test

Rishabh Pant, Bumrah return for Bangladesh Test

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been included in the Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Bangladesh.

Oh, Kolkata!

Oh, Kolkata!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

5 Must Do Things in Kolkata.

How Bengaluru residents are dealing with unprecedented water crisis

How Bengaluru residents are dealing with unprecedented water crisis

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The woes have become a serious issue of concern for Bengalureans, especially in Whitefield, KR Puram, Electronic City, RR Nagar, Kengeri and CV Raman Nagar.

South Park: Not for those who are easily offended

South Park: Not for those who are easily offended

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Though it revolves around a couple of eight-year-olds, the game is certainly not for children.

Anthony Quinn And The Kashmiri Anger

Anthony Quinn And The Kashmiri Anger

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'We called him Sher-e-Kashmir but we realised he was no lion but a pussycat who surrendered.'

Car parked at news channel's office vandalised

Car parked at news channel's office vandalised

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan directed the police to conduct a "robust" probe Following the incident at the Asianet News office.

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

When you are defending to save a game, a loose delivery comes along and you suddenly opt to play an attacking shot, you are unlikely to hit as well as if you were playing your naturally aggressive game all along. First Pant, then Jaiswal, found that out the costly way, observes Prem Panicker.

Gill regrets falling short on net run-rate after beating CSK

Gill regrets falling short on net run-rate after beating CSK

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill did not forget to mention that they were 15 runs short while batting, as the net run-rate did not witness a quantum leap despite their 35-run victory over Chennai Super Kings in the IPL match in Ahmedabad on Friday.

Rahul's 'fight against Shakti' remark sparks row, Modi hits back

Rahul's 'fight against Shakti' remark sparks row, Modi hits back

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

In a post in Hindi on X, Gandhi accused the prime minister of twisting his words and said he was speaking about the power of which Modi was wearing the mask.

Take a stroll at this prison turned park

Take a stroll at this prison turned park

Rediff.com17 Jun 2009

The next time in Bangalore, make it a point to visit the Freedom Park which has been constructed on the erstwhile Central Jail which has housed greats who took part in the freedom struggle and also those who opposed the late Indira Gandhi imposed emergency.

'We have awakened the public against corruption'

'We have awakened the public against corruption'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2011

Justice Santosh Hegde has become a very popular face at the protests against corruption at Freedom Park in Bengaluru.

'We have awakened the public against corruption'

'We have awakened the public against corruption'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2011

Justice Santosh Hegde has become a very popular face at the protests against corruption at Freedom Park in Bengaluru.

'We're Not Anti-Nationals'

'We're Not Anti-Nationals'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

'We are not secessionists, we want to coexist with our countrymen but not on the terms that will strip us off our dignity and a right to peaceful existence.'

Bengaluru bandh over Cauvery water row on Tuesday, state shutdown on Sept 29

Bengaluru bandh over Cauvery water row on Tuesday, state shutdown on Sept 29

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

The two bandhs reflect the divide among the farmers and pro-Kannada organisations, and has also now led to a confusion about who is supporting the bandh on which day, and whether services will be available on Tuesday.

Bangalore rape: School's skating instructor arrested

Bangalore rape: School's skating instructor arrested

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

A skating instructor at a public school was arrested on Sunday in connection with the alleged rape of a six-year-old student even as protests continued for the fourth day against the incident.

'Modi's Speech Is A Response To Congress Obsession With Vote Bank Politics'

'Modi's Speech Is A Response To Congress Obsession With Vote Bank Politics'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

'The Congress wants to distort the very fabric of Indian society because they are obsessed with vote bank politics.'

USA is starting to embrace cricket

USA is starting to embrace cricket

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'USA Cricket continues its instrumental work in supporting our national players and equipping youth and local communities with the tools they need to succeed in this sport.'

Is this what Freedom is all about?

Is this what Freedom is all about?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2017

'Free India turns 70 this year.' But 'freedom from whom and freedom for what?' asks Rajendran Narayanan.

Curtains for Yeddyurappa-BJP relationship on Friday

Curtains for Yeddyurappa-BJP relationship on Friday

Rediff.com29 Nov 2012

The man who was instrumental in installing the first Bharatiya Janata Party government in South India will quit the party after a mammoth rally in Bangalore on Friday. Former Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa will address his supporters at the Freedom Park in Bangalore at 10.30 am on Friday and then will lead a march to the Vidhan Soudha, following which he will resign as the member of the Karnataka legislative assembly.

Put in place a strong Lokpal bill or just go: Anna tells govt

Put in place a strong Lokpal bill or just go: Anna tells govt

Rediff.com17 Dec 2011

Even as Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh assured the nation that his government was committed in passing the Lokpal Bill, Anna Hazare continued to accuse the government of deceit.

Put in place a strong Lokpal bill or just go: Anna tells govt

Put in place a strong Lokpal bill or just go: Anna tells govt

Rediff.com17 Dec 2011

Even as Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh assured the nation that his government was committed in passing the Lokpal Bill, Anna Hazare continued to accuse the government of deceit.

I've been backstabbed, portrayed as criminal: Yeddyurappa

I've been backstabbed, portrayed as criminal: Yeddyurappa

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

Former Karnataka chief minister B S Yeddyurappa chose not to target his political opponents in his speech at the Freedom Park in Bengaluru.

I've been backstabbed, portrayed as criminal: Yeddyurappa

I've been backstabbed, portrayed as criminal: Yeddyurappa

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

Former Karnataka chief minister B S Yeddyurappa chose not to target his political opponents in his speech at the Freedom Park in Bengaluru. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Woman in front of PM's convoy: 3 Jharkhand cops suspended

Woman in front of PM's convoy: 3 Jharkhand cops suspended

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

The woman was reportedly upset with her husband and wanted to lodge a complaint against him.

When A Former CEC Took The RSS Salute

When A Former CEC Took The RSS Salute

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Some of our leaders were busybusy over the weekend.

India's development can't take place through shortcut politics: Modi

India's development can't take place through shortcut politics: Modi

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

He also said that infrastructure development in the country in the last eight years has been done with a human touch.

Kumaraswamy ends 'indefinite' fast for CBI probe

Kumaraswamy ends 'indefinite' fast for CBI probe

Rediff.com10 Jul 2011

Janata Dal - Secular leader H D Kumaraswamy on Sunday ended his two-day-old 'indefinite' fast to demand a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation into the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's allegation that he and his family had amassed illegal wealth worth Rs 1,500 crore. Kumaraswamy was offered a glass of fruit juice by Jnanapeetha Awardee U R Ananthamurthy at Freedom Park after the latter urged him to withdrew the fast, which the JD-S leader accepted.

Bengaluru: Kumaraswamy launches indefinite fast

Bengaluru: Kumaraswamy launches indefinite fast

Rediff.com9 Jul 2011

Former Karnataka chief minister and Janata Dal-Secular leader H D Kumaraswamy on Saturday began an indefinite fast in Bengaluru pressing for a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's charge that his family members amassed illegal wealth to the tune of Rs 1,500 crore.

Jaishankar raises Khalistan issue with British leaders

Jaishankar raises Khalistan issue with British leaders

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has raised India's long-standing concerns about pro-Khalistan extremism in the United Kingdom during his meetings with the country's leaders, stressing that they should be on guard against the misuse of freedom of expression and speech.

Thousands out to protest Shivakumar's arrest

Thousands out to protest Shivakumar's arrest

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

The protesters poured into the city from different parts of the state, particularly the Vokkaliga stronghold of Old Mysuru region, in response to "Raj Bhavan Chalo" call given by various outfits of the community.

I am Anna Hazare?

I am Anna Hazare?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2011

'Democracy must be nurtured, or else it gets corrupted. Voting is just one part of your duty as a citizen of this democracy. But another duty that most of us overlook is participation,' says G V Dasarathi.

Ae Watan Mere Watan Review: Radio Ga Ga!

Ae Watan Mere Watan Review: Radio Ga Ga!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Ae Watan Mere Watan tries to get a grasp on the mind of youngsters, shaped by the words of inspiring leaders, committed to the cause of independent India. It's significant because their support isn't based on 'andh bhakti', but leadership that encourages questions, observes Sukanya Verma.

BJP leaders detained as police scuttle bike rally to Mangaluru

BJP leaders detained as police scuttle bike rally to Mangaluru

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

Police had denied permission for the rally but the BJP insisted they would go ahead with the rally plan.

The Cutest Pictures You Will See Today

The Cutest Pictures You Will See Today

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Star kids rule social media with their super cute pictures.

Rohit, Kohli hold the key for India against South Africa...

Rohit, Kohli hold the key for India against South Africa...

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

For the golden generation of Indian cricketers, this is their last chance to conquest what no other team could on eight previous tours.

Freedom evades white crocodile

Freedom evades white crocodile

Rediff.com29 Oct 2004

The Orissa forest department has once again deferred a proposal to release Gori, the country's only white crocodile in captivity, in the wild.

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'When my father travelled 5,000 miles to build a new home in Ireland, I doubt he ever dreamed that his son would one day grow up to become its leader.' Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com profiles Dr Leo Varadkar who will step down as Ireland's taoiseach (prime minister) next week.