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Centre says no final call on Chandigarh proposal amid Punjab uproar

Centre says no final call on Chandigarh proposal amid Punjab uproar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

The Centre's move on Chandigarh has raised the hackles of various parties in Punjab, with Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal terming it as a "direct attack" on Punjab's identity and constitutional rights.

Pilot not blamed for Air India crash: Govt tells SC

Pilot not blamed for Air India crash: Govt tells SC

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

The Centre informed the Supreme Court that the Air India pilot has not been blamed in the AAIB's preliminary report into the June 12 plane crash that claimed 260 lives. The court is hearing a plea for a parallel inquiry into the accident.

Govt terms Delhi car blast a terrorist incident; denounces attack

Govt terms Delhi car blast a terrorist incident; denounces attack

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

The Indian government has officially classified the car explosion outside the Red Fort as a terrorist incident, vowing to bring the perpetrators to justice swiftly. The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism and expressed condolences for the victims.

Govt orders forensic audit of Al Falah University after Delhi blast

Govt orders forensic audit of Al Falah University after Delhi blast

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

The government has ordered a forensic audit of Al Falah University's records and asked financial agencies to check its money trail following the Delhi blast. The university is under scrutiny due to alleged links to the incident.

Govt planning transport authority to drive multimodal corridors

Govt planning transport authority to drive multimodal corridors

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

The government is planning to set up an integrated transport planning authority for faster and comprehensive planning among multiple transport ministries such as highways, railways, and shipping & ports.

Akhlaq lynching case: UP govt moves to withdraw charges against all accused

Akhlaq lynching case: UP govt moves to withdraw charges against all accused

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has moved to withdraw charges against all those accused in the 2015 mob lynching of Mohammad Akhlaq in Greater Noida's Dadri, a case that had sparked nationwide outrage.

'How Will Govt Decide Who Is A 'Practising Muslim'?'

'How Will Govt Decide Who Is A 'Practising Muslim'?'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'We are not all Abduls, you know. Our community has any number of retired civil and defence officers, doctors, engineers, lawyers.'

Govt approves schemes worth Rs 45,000 cr to boost exports

Govt approves schemes worth Rs 45,000 cr to boost exports

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

The government on Wednesday approved two schemes worth Rs 45,000 crore to help exporters tide over the impact of high tariffs imposed by the US on Indian shipments.

US Senate moves toward deal to end longest govt shutdown

US Senate moves toward deal to end longest govt shutdown

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

On the 40th day of the most extended government shutdown in US history, senators returned from recess Sunday for a rare weekend session, preparing to vote on whether to advance a House-passed spending bill aimed at reopening the government.

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Current situation risks rendering ongoing operations untenable: ISL clubs to AIFF

Wife seeks govt help after TN doctor detained in Russia

Wife seeks govt help after TN doctor detained in Russia

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

The wife of an Indian doctor, allegedly detained in Sochi, Russia, appeals to the Indian government for help in securing his release and safe return to India.

BJP questions K'taka govt over video of namaaz at airport

BJP questions K'taka govt over video of namaaz at airport

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

A viral video purportedly showing a group of people offering namaaz at Terminal-2 of the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru has ignited a political controversy, with the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party taking strong exception to the incident and demanding accountability from the state government.

Bihar polls: Jehanabad's youths want jobs, not rhetoric, from next govt

Bihar polls: Jehanabad's youths want jobs, not rhetoric, from next govt

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Voters in Bihar's Jehanabad and Ghosi express their hopes for change, particularly regarding job creation and development, in the upcoming government following the state elections.

Mumbai hostage-taker's work with govt under scanner

Mumbai hostage-taker's work with govt under scanner

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Maharashtra minister Dada Bhuse on Friday said he has sought a report regarding the work hostage-taker Rohit Arya had done with the education department.

Govt cannot restrain retail investors from trading in F&O: FM

Govt cannot restrain retail investors from trading in F&O: FM

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said the government cannot restrain retailers from trading in Futures and Options (F&O) but will definitely create awareness regarding the risks involved in putting money in such instruments.

'Irreparable Harm If Govt Takes Over Waqf Properties'

'Irreparable Harm If Govt Takes Over Waqf Properties'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'Only because of the absence of a dedication record in writing, how can such properties be treated as located on misappropriated government land?'

Delhi govt puts cloud-seeding trial on hold

Delhi govt puts cloud-seeding trial on hold

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

A cloud-seeding trial scheduled for Wednesday in Delhi has been put on hold due to insufficient moisture in the clouds, the Indian Institute of Technology-Kanpur said in a statement.

World Cup winner Kranti Gaud gets windfall from MP govt

World Cup winner Kranti Gaud gets windfall from MP govt

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Kranti Gaud, from Ghuwara in Chhatarpur, Bundelkhand, played a crucial role in leading the Indian women's cricket team to the World Cup final with her bowling performance.

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return In Force'

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return In Force'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Corporates now have multiple funding sources beyond banks, and many are sitting on large cash reserves.'

Baramulla CEO sacked for controversial gag order

Baramulla CEO sacked for controversial gag order

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The chief education officer of Baramulla district was removed from his post after issuing a circular restricting teaching staff from criticizing government policies on social media, sparking controversy and criticism.

US deported 2,790 Indians in 2025 so far: Govt

US deported 2,790 Indians in 2025 so far: Govt

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

"From the UK side, this year we have had around 100 Indian nationals who have been deported after their nationality was duly verified by us," Jaiswal said.

UP doctor suspended, booked for 'burn govt's effigy' remark

UP doctor suspended, booked for 'burn govt's effigy' remark

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

A video clip of the purported remark quickly went viral on social media, prompting local BJP MLA Raj Prasad Upadhyay to seek action against the doctor.

EC to conduct house-to-house verification of voters in Assam

EC to conduct house-to-house verification of voters in Assam

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The Election Commission has ordered a 'Special Revision' of electoral rolls in Assam, with the final voter list to be published on February 10, 2026. The revision aims to ensure clean and accurate electoral rolls, with house-to-house verification taking place from November 22 to December 20.

This is theft by govt: Rahul slams Modi's silence on Pune land deal row

This is theft by govt: Rahul slams Modi's silence on Pune land deal row

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accuses the Maharashtra government of a land scam involving government land reserved for Dalits being sold to a company linked to a state minister's son. He questions Prime Minister Modi's silence on the issue.

Karnataka govt cook sacked for joining RSS march

Karnataka govt cook sacked for joining RSS march

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

The Karnataka government has relieved an assistant cook at a hostel run by the Backward Classes Welfare department in Basavakalyana after he allegedly participated in a route march organised by the RSS. This follows a complaint and is in line with rules barring government employees from participating in politically affiliated organizations.

Mamata govt transfers over 500 bureaucrats amid electoral roll revision

Mamata govt transfers over 500 bureaucrats amid electoral roll revision

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

The West Bengal government has transferred over 500 bureaucrats ahead of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The move has drawn criticism from the opposition BJP, who allege it is an attempt to manipulate the electoral process.

Tata Motors seeks govt help to ease electric vehicle raw material sourcing

Tata Motors seeks govt help to ease electric vehicle raw material sourcing

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Spreading risks in sourcing raw materials for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing is "very critical" and the government can play a key role by enabling access to these from multiple locations worldwide, said Vivek Srivatsa, chief commercial officer at Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, on Friday while stressing the need for faster localisation, especially of batteries.

Govt to bring regulation on deepfakes soon: Vaishnaw

Govt to bring regulation on deepfakes soon: Vaishnaw

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The government is going to bring a regulation on deepfakes soon that will take help of technology for efficient implementation, Union electronics and IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday.

Woman loses baby at Palghar govt hospital, family alleges neglect

Woman loses baby at Palghar govt hospital, family alleges neglect

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The family of a woman from Maharashtra's Palghar district has alleged that she lost her baby during delivery at a government hospital as there was no doctor for several hours, a claim rejected by the authorities.

'This win will change women's cricket forever'

'This win will change women's cricket forever'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis hailed India's ICC Women's World Cup 2025 victory, calling it a historic moment for the nation and praising the team for "bringing the World Cup home."

Indian-American govt employee held in NY for doing 2 jobs

Indian-American govt employee held in NY for doing 2 jobs

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The United States authorities have arrested an Indian-American government employee on charges of 'grand larceny' for allegedly working a 'second, full-time job' during the hours he was being paid to perform his official duties as a state employee.

Jobs, better education top Bihar students' expectations from new govt

Jobs, better education top Bihar students' expectations from new govt

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

College students in Bihar, many first-time voters, express concerns about job opportunities and education quality ahead of the state elections, desiring a government focused on employment and strengthening the education system.

Not allowing girl to wear hijab to school denial of...: Kerala govt

Not allowing girl to wear hijab to school denial of...: Kerala govt

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The government said the right of the girl to wear a headscarf in her house and outside it, "does not stop at the school gate".

India Activates Digital Privacy Law

India Activates Digital Privacy Law

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

The new rules allow for a staggered implementation road map, giving companies, data fiduciaries, data principals, and other stakeholders up to 18 months to comply with the administrative guidelines under the DPDP Act.

Govt moots power sector reforms to address discom losses

Govt moots power sector reforms to address discom losses

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The idea is to establish a robust and forward-looking legal framework that addresses the financial stress of power distribution companies, which are facing losses of over 6.9 trillion, while curbing high industrial tariffs that, according to the government, have affected competitiveness, constrained economic growth, and slowed the transition to clean energy.

J-K govt restores darbar move practice, cancels LG's order

J-K govt restores darbar move practice, cancels LG's order

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered the closure of Darbar Move offices in Srinagar on October 31, following Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's announcement to restore the tradition. The Darbar Move, which involves shifting government offices between Srinagar and Jammu, was scrapped in 2021 but is now being reinstated.

Govt not ready to evolve on death penalty execution: SC

Govt not ready to evolve on death penalty execution: SC

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court questions the government's reluctance to consider lethal injection as an alternative to hanging for death row convicts, highlighting the need for evolution in execution methods.

Why ecom platforms are under govt lens

Why ecom platforms are under govt lens

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs is looking into complaints of additional charges being levied by ecommerce platforms when customers choose cash-on-delivery (COD) option instead of paying while ordering items. "The Department of Consumer Affairs has received complaints against ecommerce platforms charging extra for cash-on-delivery, a practice classified as a dark pattern that misleads and exploits consumers," Pralhad Joshi, Union minister of consumer affairs, wrote on X on Friday afternoon.

Karnataka moves to rein in RSS events in public, govt spaces

Karnataka moves to rein in RSS events in public, govt spaces

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The Karnataka Cabinet has decided to bring in rules to regulate RSS activities, including marches and events in public places and government premises, requiring prior government permission.

Govt launches all India drive to test cough syrups

Govt launches all India drive to test cough syrups

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has initiated a nationwide campaign to test, inspect, and audit cough syrup manufacturers following concerns about contaminated products and child deaths. The initiative aims to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory compliance.