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A party without a 'high command' would be 'anarchy': Jairam Ramesh

A party without a 'high command' would be 'anarchy': Jairam Ramesh

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Ramesh sought to uphold the "prominence" of the Nehru-Gandhi family in the organisational matters in any sort of emerging situation.

BJP's 'beta, damaad' dig at Sonia Gandhi in LS

BJP's 'beta, damaad' dig at Sonia Gandhi in LS

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

In a dig at Rahul Gandhi, Dubey said that the former Congress president was expected to initiate the debate but did not do so last minute as "probably he got up late".

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra picks his top 10 Indian films of 2024, which includes films that have had theatrical releases or are streaming on OTT.

RJD snubs Cong, no alliance for Bihar council polls

RJD snubs Cong, no alliance for Bihar council polls

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

State RJD president Jagadanand Singh on Saturday announced its candidates for two seats, having done the same for 21 others a week ago, and declared that it was leaving one for the Left parties.

'Every Citizen On The Border Is A Soldier'

'Every Citizen On The Border Is A Soldier'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

'The greatness of India can be experienced by meeting Indians on the frontiers of India.' 'Every citizen on the border is a soldier'

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Domestic stock markets would be driven by inflation numbers, global trends, and the last batch of Q4 earnings this week, analysts said. Markets will also react to industrial production data and consumer inflation numbers that were released after market hours on Friday. "Participants will react to macroeconomic data viz. IIP and CPI first, which were released post-market hours on Friday.

RJD to contest 26 LS seats, Cong 9 as INDIA seals seat-sharing deal in Bihar

RJD to contest 26 LS seats, Cong 9 as INDIA seals seat-sharing deal in Bihar

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

The Mahagathbandhan's seat-sharing announcement comes a day after the filing of nomination papers for the first phase of Lok Sabha polls was over.

'Made a mistake': 2 Cong councillors return hrs after joining AAP

'Made a mistake': 2 Cong councillors return hrs after joining AAP

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

Mehdi said he made a mistake by crossing over to the AAP and asserted that he is a "loyal worker" of the Congress and Rahul Gandhi

Cong in state of shock after Azad's resignation; our doors are open, says BJP

Cong in state of shock after Azad's resignation; our doors are open, says BJP

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

As Azad ended his decades-old association with the party, leaders across political spectrum praised his contribution to Jammu and Kashmir, with the BJP hailing him as a "towering leader".

TRUMP ELECTED 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE USA

TRUMP ELECTED 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE USA

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Former United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday is cruising towards winning the race for the White House in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history by almost defeating his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in an election that virtually divided the country into two camps.

'Congress Won't Ever Come To Power'

'Congress Won't Ever Come To Power'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'For the last two elections, the Congress manifesto has been thrown into the dustbin.' 'This manifesto will also be thrown into the dustbin.'

Leaders joining us is not taken note of, says Congress on Sibal's exit

Leaders joining us is not taken note of, says Congress on Sibal's exit

Rediff.com25 May 2022

AICC general secretary KC Venugopal said eight former MLAs joined the party in Haryana two days ago, and lamented that such fresh developments were not getting prominence.

Goodbye old Parliament House, hello new Sansad Bhavan!

Goodbye old Parliament House, hello new Sansad Bhavan!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The new Parliament building, whose foundation was laid in December 2020 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is being constructed in its vicinity and the work is expected to be completed before the Winter Session.

How exactly did Rahul Gandhi's car get damaged?

How exactly did Rahul Gandhi's car get damaged?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

The rear windscreen of a car carrying Rahul Gandhi was damaged during the ongoing 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra', with West Bengal unit president Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury alleging that the vehicle was "pelted with stones" in Malda district, while Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed the incident took place in adjoining Bihar.

Look who does NOT want your opinion anymore

Look who does NOT want your opinion anymore

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

The Election Commission of India had recently had sought the views of the political parties on restricting publication and dissemination of opinion polls during elections. Here's a round up of what major political parties had to say about the EC's query.

TMC attacks Congress, calls it a failure as main Opposition to BJP

TMC attacks Congress, calls it a failure as main Opposition to BJP

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The Congress quickly hit back accusing TMC of being a 'stooge of BJP' and challenged it to prove its credentials on a 'pan India' platform.

Gujarat polls: Cong not lone key contender for Muslim votes this time

Gujarat polls: Cong not lone key contender for Muslim votes this time

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

In earlier elections, the Congress was considered the only major contender for Muslim votes in Gujarat, but this time the main opposition party is facing stiff competition from smaller outfits to get minority electors on its side.

What Kangana said after getting BJP ticket

What Kangana said after getting BJP ticket

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

While Ranaut will contest on a ticket for the BJP from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi constituency, her birthplace, Govil has been fielded by the party from the Meerut Lok Sabha seat.

Shah seeks 5 years to make Assam 'flood-free'

Shah seeks 5 years to make Assam 'flood-free'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Almost every year, three to four waves of flood ravage Assam. The average annual loss due to the disaster is to the tune of Rs 200 crore, according to a state government website.

Lotus in G20 logo shocking, says Cong; Rajiv means..., retorts BJP

Lotus in G20 logo shocking, says Cong; Rajiv means..., retorts BJP

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

The attack by the Opposition party came a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the logo, theme and website for India's upcoming presidency of the grouping.

Is Modi Losing His Impact?

Is Modi Losing His Impact?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Today even those who support Prime Minister Modi feel there is a certain sense of listlessness in this government. What is it intending to achieve? This is not easy to say, notes Aakar Patel.

Another senior leader resigns from Cong in Kerala

Another senior leader resigns from Cong in Kerala

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

In yet another blow to the Congress in poll-bound Kerala, All India Congress Committee member and Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee vice-president K C Rosakutty on Monday resigned from the party's primary membership and decided to associate with the ruling CPI(M)-led LDF.

For India's Sake, Gandhis Must GO!

For India's Sake, Gandhis Must GO!

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

'There are too many competent people better suited and poised to take on Modi. The Gandhis are not among them,' argues Harishchandra.

'Baahubali' moment: How Stalin and allies secured TN sweep

'Baahubali' moment: How Stalin and allies secured TN sweep

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

With the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and allies far ahead in all the 39 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state and 1 in neighbouring Puducherry, it appears the outcome, for the Stalin-led Dravidian party will be similar to the success of the popular flick Baahubali.

BJP clinches 3 Hindi states, Cong trumps BRS in Telangana

BJP clinches 3 Hindi states, Cong trumps BRS in Telangana

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party swept Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh on Sunday inflicting a resounding defeat on the Congress to tighten its stranglehold in the Hindi heartland, in a big boost for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and setting the tone for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

Will Pinarayi Vijayan Survive Ally Anvar's Attack?

Will Pinarayi Vijayan Survive Ally Anvar's Attack?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

At a time when none in Kerala's Left politics questioned the chief minister's authority, MLA P V Anvar hurled a series of accusations against Pinarayi Vijayan's government, notes Shyam G Menon.

To dent my image some people have given a 'supari': Modi

To dent my image some people have given a 'supari': Modi

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

"Earlier, governments were busy in vote bank appeasement but we are busy satisfying people," the prime minister said.

2 TMC workers killed in blast in Bengal; Oppn says infighting cause of murders

2 TMC workers killed in blast in Bengal; Oppn says infighting cause of murders

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

While the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress alleged that the killings were a fallout of the TMC's infighting, the ruling party pointed fingers at the grand old party of India.

K'taka exit polls give edge to Cong; but BJP not too far

K'taka exit polls give edge to Cong; but BJP not too far

Rediff.com10 May 2023

The state is mainly witnessing a three-cornered contest between the ruling BJP, the Congress and former prime minister H D Deve Gowda's Janata Dal (Secular).

Yunus reaches out to Bangladeshi Hindus, assures action

Yunus reaches out to Bangladeshi Hindus, assures action

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Muhammad Yunus urged the people to "exercise patience" before judging his government's role.

Will Gehlot's welfare schemes help Congress buck trend in Rajasthan?

Will Gehlot's welfare schemes help Congress buck trend in Rajasthan?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

With no apparent wave on the ground or pressing everyday issues, that's what it boils down for voters as Rajasthan readies for assembly polls this week.

Major setback to Congress as party MP joins Trinamool

Major setback to Congress as party MP joins Trinamool

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

Noor, niece of Congress stalwart A B A Ghani Khan Choudhury, have quite often been taking stands which were not in line with that of the party's state leadership.

TMC, AAP, CPI to boycott new Parliament's inauguration, more parties may follow suit

TMC, AAP, CPI to boycott new Parliament's inauguration, more parties may follow suit

Rediff.com23 May 2023

The Trinamool Congress and the Communist Party of India on Tuesday said they will skip the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building even as the war of words over the prime minister and not the President scheduled to do the honours on May 28 continued between the government and the Congress.

US raises 'concern' over Russia's S-400 arriving in India

US raises 'concern' over Russia's S-400 arriving in India

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

The US has already imposed sanctions on Turkey for the purchase of a batch of S-400 missile defence systems.

Kerala Cong red-faced over Savarkar photo on Bharat jodo yatra banner

Kerala Cong red-faced over Savarkar photo on Bharat jodo yatra banner

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The teary-eyed Congress worker said he committed a "grave error" and appealed to the party workers and leaders to accept his apology.

Cong still run by remote control, inexperienced sycophants: GN Azad

Cong still run by remote control, inexperienced sycophants: GN Azad

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

'Rahul Gandhi might not be holding any post as of now but everyone knows that he is the "captain of the ship'

Misgovernance, polarisation marked 8 yrs of Modi govt, says Cong; BJP hits back

Misgovernance, polarisation marked 8 yrs of Modi govt, says Cong; BJP hits back

Rediff.com26 May 2022

The BJP calling the Congress a "torn old party" moving towards a stage where its relevance and necessity will be completely lost.

Congress has NO CLUE  what Muslims WANT

Congress has NO CLUE what Muslims WANT

Rediff.com9 Mar 2012

India's grand old party is still not able to comprehend what the country's largest minority group wants. What their issues are. What their demands are. With whom they want to associate. And what their needs are, says Ehtasham Khan

Congress may plan another Bharat Jodo Yatra next year: Ramesh

Congress may plan another Bharat Jodo Yatra next year: Ramesh

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

'Bharat Jodo Yatra' is a 'booster dose' for the Congress and a 'decisive and transformational moment' for the politics of the country, senior party leader Jairam Ramesh said in Guwahati on Friday.

From Raj to Republic, journey of India's Parliament

From Raj to Republic, journey of India's Parliament

Rediff.com26 May 2023

The old Parliament building, an architectural splendour and a historic landmark that guided the destiny of India for nearly a century and whose illustrious legacy will now be consigned to the pages of history, was inaugurated on January 18, 1927 by the then Viceroy Lord Irwin.