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Kejriwal TAKES ON Modi for protecting ministers

Kejriwal TAKES ON Modi for protecting ministers

Rediff.com29 Jun 2012

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi was protecting his cabinet colleagues by not allowing prosecution against them, Team Anna member Arvind Kejriwal said in Ahmedabad on Friday.

I don't have a house in my name but...: Modi in Gujarat

I don't have a house in my name but...: Modi in Gujarat

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said he does not have a house in his name, but his government turned lakhs of daughters in the country house-owners.

Gujarat polls: Sanjiv Bhatt's wife to contest against Modi

Gujarat polls: Sanjiv Bhatt's wife to contest against Modi

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

Shweta Bhatt, the wife of suspended Indian Police Service officer Sanjiv Bhatt, on Friday announced that she will contest the state assembly elections on a Congress ticket against Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi from Maninagar constituency in Ahmedabad.

Modi's fast political drama: Clerics

Modi's fast political drama: Clerics

Rediff.com17 Sep 2011

Muslim clerics and organisations on Saturday flayed Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi for his three-day fast terming it as a "political drama".

Sheela Says: Narendra Modi wants Varanasi, and he will get it!

Sheela Says: Narendra Modi wants Varanasi, and he will get it!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Political parties are getting battle-ready, nominating their best candidates to contest Election 2014... Rediff.com's incomparable Sheela Bhatt begins a new column where she reveals the ground realities in the Battle for India, as only she can. Don't miss it!

The interview Narendra Modi MUST read!

The interview Narendra Modi MUST read!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

'Narendra Modi has had very good luck. Firstly, the fall of oil prices. You don't get that very often in your life and you certainly don't get that often when you are in government.' 'Secondly, the fantasy of Indian reforms has led to very strong capital inflows to have made his job much, much easier.' 'You ride the winds in times of fortune and he hasn't done that. At least, not yet.' 'Those winds of fortune which are blowing your way can certainly turn around easily. There are quite a few headwinds coming up. He may well, history will show, have missed the opportunities that existed.'

Cong promises Lokayukta if voted to power in Gujarat

Cong promises Lokayukta if voted to power in Gujarat

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

Accusing Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi and some of his ministers of being involved in corruption, opposition Congress on Thursday promised a probe against him and others if voted to power in the coming assembly polls.

How swachh is Narendra Modi's business 'abhiyan'?

How swachh is Narendra Modi's business 'abhiyan'?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Indian business has many legitimate grievances against the political class for not delivering an optimal business environment.

How Operation Sindoor Changed Security Doctrine

How Operation Sindoor Changed Security Doctrine

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'Some success has been achieved in raising the costs of terrorism for Pakistan.'

At Kumbh, RSS chief describes Modi as friend

At Kumbh, RSS chief describes Modi as friend

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday described Narendra Modi as his "friend" but sidestepped queries on the possible projection of the Gujarat Chief Minister as Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate, saying he was "not a political person".

Modi expands Cabinet; inducts 18 ministers

Modi expands Cabinet; inducts 18 ministers

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

Governor Nawal Kishore Sharma administered the oath of office and secrecy to the ministers at a function on Friday morning in the lawns of Gujarat assembly in Gandhinagar.

Congress MP Darda calls Modi 'tiger' of Gujarat

Congress MP Darda calls Modi 'tiger' of Gujarat

Rediff.com29 Jul 2012

Congress MP from Maharashtra Vijay Darda on Sunday praised Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's style of functioning and called him a "tiger".

'Modi's presence in Uttarakhand made the difference'

'Modi's presence in Uttarakhand made the difference'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

The news report that Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi helped in the evacuation of 15,000 Gujaratis from Uttarakhand in two days has come under fire from various quarters. Even if one disputes the figures, Modi's detractors can learn how the entire operation was handled meticulously. Sheela Bhatt reports.

Narendra Modi to contest Lok Sabha polls from Varanasi

Narendra Modi to contest Lok Sabha polls from Varanasi

Rediff.com16 Mar 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi will contest the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.

Exclusive: Modi may contest LS poll from Gujarat, UP

Exclusive: Modi may contest LS poll from Gujarat, UP

Rediff.com31 May 2012

'Modi has to lead the BJP. There is no alternative,' a senior BJP leader tells Rediff.com's Sheela Bhatt.

Did Modi resign after Godhra?: Siddaramaiah on MUDA scam

Did Modi resign after Godhra?: Siddaramaiah on MUDA scam

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Terming the charges against him a "BJP conspiracy", Siddaramaiah said he would wage a legal fight.

Modi is a political 'terrorist': Gujarat Cong chief

Modi is a political 'terrorist': Gujarat Cong chief

Rediff.com10 Jun 2012

Gujarat Pradesh Congress Committee president Arjun Modhwadia on Sunday called state Chief Minister Narendra Modi a political "terrorist".

Gujarat riots: SIT begins probe against Modi

Gujarat riots: SIT begins probe against Modi

Rediff.com26 May 2009

The Supreme Court-appointed Special Investigation Team on Tuesday began its inquiry into a complaint filed against Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi and others in connection with the post-Godhra riots. "It can be officially said that we have begun an inquiry into the petition filed in the Supreme Court against some of the leading politicians in Gujarat," SIT chief R K Raghavan said. "This is just the first stage, we have a plan of action for the investigations," he said.

PM on two-day Gujarat visit, pays tribute to Keshubhai

PM on two-day Gujarat visit, pays tribute to Keshubhai

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Soon after his arrival in the morning at the Ahmedabad airport for a two-day Gujarat visit, Modi directly reached Patel's residence in Gandhinagar and offered floral tributes to the veteran politician, who headed the first BJP-led government in the state in 1995.

Modi woos Murthy to head youth centre in Gujarat

Modi woos Murthy to head youth centre in Gujarat

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

N R Narayan Murthy, chairman and chief mentor of IT major Infosys on Tuesday called on the Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi and held discussions on a wide range of issues, including the setting up of a Infosys research centre in Gujarat.

Listen: Modi's controversial interview on Gujarat riots

Listen: Modi's controversial interview on Gujarat riots

Rediff.com26 Jul 2012

"Hang me if I am guilty," said Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as he broke his silence over the 2002 communal riots in his first ever interview to a leading Urdu weekly.

Modi dares PM to fight with him in Gujarat polls

Modi dares PM to fight with him in Gujarat polls

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi should apologise for the union government's failure to control inflation.

Gujarat resolution calls for action against BBC for Modi documentary

Gujarat resolution calls for action against BBC for Modi documentary

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

The Gujarat Assembly on Friday passed a resolution requesting the Centre to take strict action against BBC for tarnishing the image and popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with its documentary on the 2002 riots in the state.

2030 CWG: Vadodara could host cricket matches

2030 CWG: Vadodara could host cricket matches

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Ahmedabad's neighbouring city of Vadodara could be in contention to co-host cricket matches during the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

Modi completes 20 years in public office

Modi completes 20 years in public office

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

Modi served as Gujarat CM between 2001 and 2014.

Gujarat's pride: Modi inaugurates swanky Vadodara bus terminal

Gujarat's pride: Modi inaugurates swanky Vadodara bus terminal

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

Spread over 2.4 lakh sq ft, the 'airport-like' terminal will see 1,100 buses plying everyday.

Thaw in cold war? Modi welcomes Advani in Gujarat

Thaw in cold war? Modi welcomes Advani in Gujarat

Rediff.com6 Nov 2011

After the recent reported cold war between the two, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday welcomed L K Advani who arrived in the state on his anti- corruption yatra.

Shweta Bhatt: Congress puts up meek fight against Modi

Shweta Bhatt: Congress puts up meek fight against Modi

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

The Congress has done a disservice to its party leaders and workers by fielding a non-entity like Shweta Bhatt to take on Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, feels Sheela Bhatt.

Shweta Bhatt: Congress puts up meek fight against Modi

Shweta Bhatt: Congress puts up meek fight against Modi

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

The Congress has done a disservice to its party leaders and workers by fielding a non-entity like Shweta Bhatt to take on Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, feels Sheela Bhatt.

PM announces Rs 1,000-cr aid for cyclone-hit Gujarat

PM announces Rs 1,000-cr aid for cyclone-hit Gujarat

Rediff.com19 May 2021

He also announced Rs 2 lakh ex gratia compensation for the kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for those injured in cyclone-related incidents in all states affected by Tauktae.

Former Gujarat CM Keshubhai Patel, who beat Covid-19, passes away

Former Gujarat CM Keshubhai Patel, who beat Covid-19, passes away

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Former Gujarat chief minister Keshubhai Patel died in Ahmedabad on Thursday after prolonged illness, family sources said. Patel (92) had recovered from Covid-19 recently and was rushed to a hospital in Ahmedabad on Thursday morning following health complications, the sources said.

Gujarat can change the fate of India: Modi

Gujarat can change the fate of India: Modi

Rediff.com2 Feb 2008

Taking a dig at the ruling Congress party for their alleged misrule for the most part since Independence, Modi said in the the recent elections Gujaratis voted for nothing else, but progress and development.

Gujarat riots: 'SC verdict a temporary relief for Modi'

Gujarat riots: 'SC verdict a temporary relief for Modi'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2011

The Supreme Court on Monday directed a trial court to hear a petition by Zakia Jafri, widow of former member of Parliament Ehsan Jafri, who was killed in the Gulbarg Society carnage during the 2002 riots, against Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi. Reacting to the verdict, Modi tweeted, "God is great."

Hamare paas Gandhi hai! Modi on Gujarat tourism

Hamare paas Gandhi hai! Modi on Gujarat tourism

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

Modi plans to market the peace icon to the world in his bid to make Gujarat 'the world's leading tourist destination'.

'Hindus, Muslims, Christians voted for Modi in Gujarat'

'Hindus, Muslims, Christians voted for Modi in Gujarat'

Rediff.com15 May 2013

Ever since the Sivagiri Mutt in Kerala invited Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as the chief guest of the Sree Narayana Dharma Meemamsa Parishad, Kerala politics has taken a new direction.

Devt will have a human touch in Gujarat: Modi

Devt will have a human touch in Gujarat: Modi

Rediff.com7 Jan 2008

Gujarat Chief minister Narendra Modi on Monday said his government would make sincere efforts to bring the state's human development index at par with those of the developed countries.

Narendra Modi is finally listening to the Congress!

Narendra Modi is finally listening to the Congress!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Narendra Modi's 'lackluster' speech in Bengaluru was a planned move, political analysts tell Vicky Nanjappa

Nitish rebukes Modi: Think about Gujarat, not Bihar

Nitish rebukes Modi: Think about Gujarat, not Bihar

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

A day after Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi had observed that the 'casteist' leaders had pushed Bihar to economic backwardness, his Bihar counterpart Nitish Kumar onj Monday asked the former to look at his situation instead of making comments on others.

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Modi's charisma may have weakened as last year's Lok Sabha poll results showed but in the eyes of the Sangh Parivar, it has not waned.' 'Minus a strong BJP government at the Centre for another decade and more, there is apprehension that an anti-Hindutva government could reverse many of the ideological gains that the Modi dispensation has achieved through its three terms,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

How Saurashtra has rattled Modi and made him insecure

How Saurashtra has rattled Modi and made him insecure

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

For the first time since the riots of 2002, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi finds himself on uncertain territory in Saurashtra, where the intense caste politics of Patels is now intertwined with the water problems of all the farmers of the region, reports Sheela Bhatt.