News for 'Gujarat Bhavan'

Constitution Day: Prez leads nation in reading preamble

Constitution Day: Prez leads nation in reading preamble

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

The Constituent Assembly of India had adopted the Constitution on this day in 1949, and the Modi government decided in 2015 to observe this day annually as the Constitution Day.

YK Sinha appointed as chief info commissioner along with 3 ICs

YK Sinha appointed as chief info commissioner along with 3 ICs

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Yashvardhan Kumar Sinha was appointed as the chief information commissioner on Saturday, according to a Rashtrapati Bhavan statement.

'Khalistanis are a microscopic minority in Punjab'

'Khalistanis are a microscopic minority in Punjab'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'The Khalistanis get bulk of the money from abroad.' 'Where did Amritpal's Mercedes come from, which costs well over Rs 60 lakhs?' 'Where does his fleet of vehicles come from?' 'Local Punjabis can certainly not contribute this kind of money.'

Gujarat assembly passes new Lokayukta bill for second time

Gujarat assembly passes new Lokayukta bill for second time

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

In the continuing tug of war between Narendra Modi government and the governor, the state assembly on Tuesday passed the Gujarat Lokayukta Ayog Bill 2013 for a second time without incorporating any major changes sought by Raj Bhavan, setting the stage for a fresh confrontation.

Shinde lets cat out of bag, credits 'kalakar' Fadnavis for coup

Shinde lets cat out of bag, credits 'kalakar' Fadnavis for coup

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

'Our numbers were less (than BJP's) but PM Narendra Modi blessed us. Modi Saheb told me before the swearing-in that he will extend all possible help to me. Amit Shah Saheb said he will stand behind us like a rock,' Shinde said. 'But the biggest kalakar (artist) is this one,' Shinde said, pointing to Fadnavis sitting to his right on the treasury benches.

Prez Poll: Who Will Be Modi's Next 'Yes Man'?

Prez Poll: Who Will Be Modi's Next 'Yes Man'?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Modi will utilise the Presidential poll to show that he is the only leader who matters in India, argue Sunil Gatade and Venkatesh Kesari. So the question being asked in political circles is: 'Who will be the next Kovind?'

'A cricketer always makes his own destiny'

'A cricketer always makes his own destiny'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

'No one makes someone a cricketer. As a coach, you can only guide them.'

Anandiben Patel to be next MP Governor

Anandiben Patel to be next MP Governor

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

Patel will replace Om Prakash Kohli, who, besides being Gujarat Governor, was also given the additional charge of Madhya Pradesh.

India looks forward to welcoming Trump: Modi

India looks forward to welcoming Trump: Modi

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

'India looks forward to welcoming @POTUS @realDonaldTrump. It is an honour that he will be with us tomorrow, starting with the historic programme in Ahmedabad,' Modi wrote on Twitter.

JP stir to rath yatra: How Bihar events influenced Indian politics

JP stir to rath yatra: How Bihar events influenced Indian politics

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

Bihar is no stranger to being at the centre of a tectonic shift in national politics fuelled by turbulent regional forces.

Ex-bureaucrats defend Modi, bash critical colleagues

Ex-bureaucrats defend Modi, bash critical colleagues

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

The group said it does not believe the open letter to Modi by the Constitutional Conduct Group -- the name of the association of former bureaucrats -- had "sincere motivations".

Modi in Varanasi to inaugurate Rs 339-cr mega temple project

Modi in Varanasi to inaugurate Rs 339-cr mega temple project

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Taking to Twitter, Modi said that the Kashi Vishwanath Dham project will add to Kashi's spiritual vibrancy.

No one can fill Ahmed Patel's void in Congress

No one can fill Ahmed Patel's void in Congress

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Patel's closeness to the Gandhi family was undeniable. But unlike others, he resisted the temptation to use it to leverage personal business, says Aditi Phadnis.

Ex-IB chief Ajit Doval appointed national security advisor

Ex-IB chief Ajit Doval appointed national security advisor

Rediff.com30 May 2014

Highly decorated police officer and former Intelligence Bureau chief Ajit Doval, considered one of the finest operational brains, was on Friday appointed as the national security adviser.

Balasaheb's Sainik vs Uddhav's Sainik

Balasaheb's Sainik vs Uddhav's Sainik

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

The world knew who Balasaheb's Shiv Sainik was. But who was Uddhav's Shiv Sainik? And most importantly, why did he believe in Uddhav, and not Nitin Gadkari or Devendra Fadnavis?

Modi carries out major overhaul of Cabinet; Sonowal, Scindia brought in

Modi carries out major overhaul of Cabinet; Sonowal, Scindia brought in

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

This is the first reshuffle in the Council of Ministers by Prime Minister Modi since he assumed charge for a second term in May 2019.

When I took part in Pariksha pe Charcha 2.0

When I took part in Pariksha pe Charcha 2.0

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

'The cold weather of Delhi was thawed away completely by the warmth of the prime minister,' says Kshitija Desai.

Guvs to get allowances for tour, hospitality, entertainment

Guvs to get allowances for tour, hospitality, entertainment

Rediff.com3 Jun 2018

According to a notification issued by the Union home ministry, the Governor of West Bengal, among all the Governors, will get the highest amount of Rs 1.81 crore as allowances for tour, hospitality, entertainment and other expenses.

Amit Shah cites 'vaccine hesitancy in some communities'

Amit Shah cites 'vaccine hesitancy in some communities'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday expressed concern over vaccine hesitancy in some communities and urged people to spread awareness about the benefits of inoculation to win the battle against coronavirus.

Eknath Shinde rebels against Uddhav, plunges Maharashtra govt in crisis

Eknath Shinde rebels against Uddhav, plunges Maharashtra govt in crisis

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

The MLAs, who are seemingly unhappy with their leadership, arrived in Surat on Monday night and are camping at the Le Meridian Hotel, they said.

Modi meets Advani, holds key talks with top BJP leaders

Modi meets Advani, holds key talks with top BJP leaders

Rediff.com18 May 2014

Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi on Sunday called on party patriarch L K Advani after holding consultation with a number of party leaders including his key aide Amit Shah in New Delhi ahead of the formation of the next government headed by him.

Backstage for the Trump visit

Backstage for the Trump visit

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

What goes behind the scenes for an American President's visit?

Modi's new ministers take charge a day after expansion

Modi's new ministers take charge a day after expansion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and other ministers took charge of their respective offices on Thursday, a day after taking oath at a ceremony held in the Darbar Hall of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

PM Modi's brother stages dharna at Lucknow airport

PM Modi's brother stages dharna at Lucknow airport

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's brother Prahlad Modi staged a dharna at the Lucknow airport on Wednesday, alleging that police did not let his supporters reach there and took them into custody.

Modi makes Council of Ministers more socially representative

Modi makes Council of Ministers more socially representative

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has boosted the representation of backward castes, dalits, tribals and women in his Council of Ministers in a big shake-up of his government with a focus on politically crucial states, including the all-important Uttar Pradesh.

Cong protests against farm laws in several states, 3 PCC chiefs held

Cong protests against farm laws in several states, 3 PCC chiefs held

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Party's state unit chiefs of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat were also detained along with the workers during the protests.

Kamla Beniwal, the Governor who clashed with Modi, sacked

Kamla Beniwal, the Governor who clashed with Modi, sacked

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

Kamla Beniwal, who had a running battle with Narendra Modi when he was Gujarat chief minister, was on Wednesday night sacked as governor of Mizoram just two months before her tenure comes to an end.

PHOTOS: President presents Padma awards to 43

PHOTOS: President presents Padma awards to 43

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Veteran actor Mohan Joshi, Dasmodar Ganesh Bapat, who is working towards eradication of leprosy, and L Subadani Devi, Manipur-based weaver, were among those presented with Padma Shri.

Cong leader Shivakumar appears before ED in Delhi

Cong leader Shivakumar appears before ED in Delhi

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

The former Karnataka minister said the ED has asked him to appear before it in Delhi on Friday by 1 pm and he was considering all legal options.

What happens when a BJP leader is made governor...

What happens when a BJP leader is made governor...

Rediff.com18 May 2018

If you thought Vajubhai Vala's invitation to BSY was a one-off, think again :))

Kangana, Rajini: Celebs attend Modi's swearing-in

Kangana, Rajini: Celebs attend Modi's swearing-in

Rediff.com31 May 2019

Sidharth Roy Kapur, president of the Film and Television Producers Guild of India, Vivek Oberoi, Anupam Kher, Madhur Bhandarkar and producer Boney Kapoor were also a part of the event, held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

RSS order on generational change keeps BJP veterans out

RSS order on generational change keeps BJP veterans out

Rediff.com26 May 2014

Last week, the RSS informed the party president Rajnath Singh and other leaders that all leaders above 75 should not be given any "pad" (position), meaning just not Cabinet position but even as chairman of the National Democratic Alliance or as Lok Sabha Speaker. That put to rest claims by old and veteran leaders like L K Advani, M M Joshi, Shanta Kumar and Karia Munda, reports Sheela Bhatt.

Amit Shah, S Jaishankar to be part of Modi Cabinet 2.0

Amit Shah, S Jaishankar to be part of Modi Cabinet 2.0

Rediff.com30 May 2019

The news of Shah joining the Cabinet came from Gujarat BJP chief Jitu Vaghani, who tweeted a congratulatory message. "Had a courtesy meeting with our mentor Amit Shah and gave my best wishes to him on his inclusion as a strong member of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's council of ministers," he tweeted.

US officials puzzled over Trump's diet during India visit

US officials puzzled over Trump's diet during India visit

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

The PM is a devoted vegetarian and plans to serve vegetarian food such as veg-burgers, multi-grain rotis, broccoli samosas and coconut water to the US president.

'Governorships should be abolished'

'Governorships should be abolished'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

'This will require statesmanship and not politicking.'

Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh get new Guvs

Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh get new Guvs

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

The post of Chhattisgarh governor was under the additional charge of Madhya Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel since August after the demise of Balram Das Tandon.

'Breakfast is best in South India'

'Breakfast is best in South India'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Rediff readers tell us what their favourite cuisine is.

Will AAP Forge A New Political Culture In India?

Will AAP Forge A New Political Culture In India?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

AAP will have to learn to be patient as such electoral changes do not happen in a hurry, asserts Ramesh Menon.

UP Governor Ram Naik given additional charge of Rajasthan

UP Governor Ram Naik given additional charge of Rajasthan

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Uttar Pradesh Governor Ram Naik and Gujarat Governor Om Prakash Kohli will take additional responsibilities of Rajasthan and Goa as Margaret Alva completed her tenure on Tuesday.

Will Amarinder Take His Revenge Now?

Will Amarinder Take His Revenge Now?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

Revenge he will exact from a party he had led with great aplomb until the Gandhi siblings stepped in and, in order to show who was the boss, flung him aside, observes Virendra Kapoor.