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I was molested as a child: Sakshi Malik opens up about harrowing abuse

I was molested as a child: Sakshi Malik opens up about harrowing abuse

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Former wrestler Sakshi Malik made some startling revelations in her her recently-released book titled Witness, claiming that their protest developed cracks when 'people close to' Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat began to fill their minds with 'greed'.

Report on Moitra may be tabled in LS on Friday; BJP issues whip to MPs

Report on Moitra may be tabled in LS on Friday; BJP issues whip to MPs

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

The report was earlier listed in the agenda of the lower house for December 4 but was not tabled.

'She will return': Mamata reacts to Mahua's expulsion

'She will return': Mamata reacts to Mahua's expulsion

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

Moitra was expelled after the House adopted the report of its Ethics Committee that held her guilty of accepting gifts and illegal gratification from a businessman to further his interest.

RS Panel on Raghav Chadha: Guilty but no suspension

RS Panel on Raghav Chadha: Guilty but no suspension

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Chadha thanked people for their love and blessings that he received during the period of suspension.

Parliament panel against mercy pleas in rape cases

Parliament panel against mercy pleas in rape cases

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Against the backdrop of December 16 Delhi gang rape, a Parliamentary panel has recommended that mercy petitions should generally not be considered in cases of rape and murder and reasons for any grant of pardon should be made public.

Suspended Derek O'Brien referred to privileges panel for contempt of RS

Suspended Derek O'Brien referred to privileges panel for contempt of RS

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Derek O'Brien was suspended from the Rajya Sabha on Thursday for the remainder of the winter session of Parliament and the matter referred to the privileges committee as he did not leave the House even after repeated directions from Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar.

SC to hear pleas to review same-sex marriage verdict on July 10

SC to hear pleas to review same-sex marriage verdict on July 10

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

According to the cause list of July 10 uploaded on the apex court website, a five-judge bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud would consider in chambers the pleas seeking review of the October 17 last year verdict.

Parliament row raises questions on LS secretariat's functioning

Parliament row raises questions on LS secretariat's functioning

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

The Lok Sabha speaker and the secretariat found themselves embroiled in an angry dispute on Tuesday as members of the Trinamool Congress party and Telugu Desam Party clashed over the contentious Room no 5 on the first floor of Parliament House.

Zero prosecution, Lokpal's performance far from satisfactory: Parl panel

Zero prosecution, Lokpal's performance far from satisfactory: Parl panel

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

In a report tabled in Parliament recently, it said several complaints are being disposed of by the Lokpal on the ground that they are not in the prescribed format and asked it not to reject genuine complaints.

Manish Tewari exits Parliament panel on Lokpal

Manish Tewari exits Parliament panel on Lokpal

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

Under attack for his comments on Anna Hazare, Congress spokesperson Manish Tewari on Wednesday opted out of the Parliamentary Standing Committee going into the Lokpal issue even as Bharatiya Janata Party inducted two new members in the panel being reconstituted after its term ended today.

Women's bill: Cong claims credit, Shah says 'tokenism'

Women's bill: Cong claims credit, Shah says 'tokenism'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Tuesday sought to give credit to his party for the women's reservation bill but Home Minister Amit Shah refuted his claim, saying that the legislation brought by the Manmohan Singh government had lapsed following the dissolution of the 15th Lok Sabha.

Criminal bills 'copy-paste', Hindi names objectionable: Oppn in Parl panel

Criminal bills 'copy-paste', Hindi names objectionable: Oppn in Parl panel

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Some of them also flagged a lack of consultation before finalising the reports.

Turmoil in Parliament again over Telangana

Turmoil in Parliament again over Telangana

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Turmoil over Telangana statehood and a variety of other issues paralysed proceedings in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday prompting a comment from the Chair that he was "disturbed" and "disappointed" over lack of consensus to run the House.

'BJP will have no effect. Not even an iota'

'BJP will have no effect. Not even an iota'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

'The people of Tamil Nadu in particular Chennai know about the double standards of the BJP. Nothing will work for them here.'

Is Priyanka A Political Tourist In Wayanad?

Is Priyanka A Political Tourist In Wayanad?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

When it comes to the Congress and Wayanad, the only way the scepticism in the minds of some in Kerala may be addressed is by the Gandhi family proving that they are more than a passing caravan in town, reports Shyam G Menon.

'Parliament panel wanted to know how IPL is run'

'Parliament panel wanted to know how IPL is run'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

Board of Control for Cricket in India vice-president Rajiv Shukla says there is "nothing wrong" with the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance, headed by Yashwant Sinha, summoning its president, Shashank Manohar, and Indian Premier League chairman Chirayu Amin to reply to questions on financial transactions related to the Twenty20 league.

Parliament panel recommends fire alarm system in trains

Parliament panel recommends fire alarm system in trains

Rediff.com6 Aug 2012

Expressing concern over repeated fire incidents in trains, a parliamentary panel has asked the Railways to find a solution to the problem with the help of technology and experts to prevent recurrence of such incidents.

Munambam: The Politics Of Waqf Land

Munambam: The Politics Of Waqf Land

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

The specter of how the Munambam issue was exploited during the November by-elections is proof of the price Kerala is paying for its emergent politics. Controversies become the stuff of slow-burn and brinkmanship. The former promises mileage; the latter searches for an advantage, notes Shyam G Menon.

'Report on N-liability bill to be tabled on Wed'

'Report on N-liability bill to be tabled on Wed'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2010

Chairman of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science and Technology T Subbirami Reddy on Friday voiced confidence that the report on the nuclear liability bill will be tabled in Parliament on Wednesday, despite differences among members.

Non-corrupt from BJP, Cong should form party: Anna Hazare

Non-corrupt from BJP, Cong should form party: Anna Hazare

Rediff.com13 Sep 2011

Social activist Anna Hazare speaks to CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai in his home town Ralegaon Siddhi. Hazare says he will re-start the movement if the standing committee doesn't agree to demands on the Jan-Lokpal bill.

When Hindus, Muslims came together to save Dhaka's ancient temple

When Hindus, Muslims came together to save Dhaka's ancient temple

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

On August 13, Muhammad Yunus visited the Dhakeswari Temple and reached out to the distressed Hindu community members in the wake of attacks on the minority communities.

NEET-UG grace mark row explained: What happened and why

NEET-UG grace mark row explained: What happened and why

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

There have been allegations of inflation of marks in NEET-UG which has led to a record 67 candidates sharing top rank with perfect score.

Parliament nod to whistleblowers' protection bill

Parliament nod to whistleblowers' protection bill

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

A bill to provide for setting up a regular mechanism to encourage persons to disclose information on corruption or wilful misuse of power by public servants, including ministers, was passed by Parliament on Friday.

Lokpal Bill: Will Rahul Gandhi take the final bow?

Lokpal Bill: Will Rahul Gandhi take the final bow?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2011

Contrary to Anna Hazare's view -- that Rahul Gandhi was behind the Standing Committee's decision to exclude the lower bureaucracy from the purview of Lokpal -- there are indications now that it may be Gandhi who may want their inclusion, says Neerja Chowdhury

Priyanka kicks off Wayanad campaign with mega roadshow, files nomination

Priyanka kicks off Wayanad campaign with mega roadshow, files nomination

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was given a rousing welcome by thousands of people, including United Democratic Front leaders and workers, at Kalpetta in Wayanad on Wednesday as she prepares to make her electoral debut by filing nomination papers for the coming Lok Sabha bypoll.

'What is happening in Bangladesh can happen in India'

'What is happening in Bangladesh can happen in India'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

"Everything may look normal in Kashmir. Everything may look normal here. We may be celebrating the victory, although of course some people believe that that victory or that success of 2024 was perhaps only marginal, perhaps a lot more needs to be done," he said.

Winter session: Productivity of Lok Sabha at 82%, Rajya Sabha at 48%

Winter session: Productivity of Lok Sabha at 82%, Rajya Sabha at 48%

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

The parliamentary affairs minister also said the productivity of Lok Sabha was around 82 per cent and that of Rajya Sabha around 48 per cent.

3 more MPs suspended, taking total number to 146

3 more MPs suspended, taking total number to 146

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

With this, the total number of MPs suspended for unruly behaviour from the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha stands at an unprecedented 146 since December 14.

Can give up jalebis: Gambhir hits back at AAP

Can give up jalebis: Gambhir hits back at AAP

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

Cricketer-turned-politician Gautam Gambhir on Monday hit back at the Aam Aadmi Party after being targeted by "missing" posters that said the MP was "last seen eating jalebis in Indore".

Pegasus row: Tharoor-led Parl panel to quiz MHA, MeitY officials

Pegasus row: Tharoor-led Parl panel to quiz MHA, MeitY officials

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

The agenda for the meeting is 'Evidence of the representatives of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Communication (Department of Telecommunications) on the subject of 'Citizens' data security and privacy'.

Rahul vacates Wayanad for Priyanka, keeps Raebareli

Rahul vacates Wayanad for Priyanka, keeps Raebareli

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Rahul Gandhi said both Rae Bareli and Wayanad "will get two MPs".

Parl panel bats for new law to define functions, powers of CBI

Parl panel bats for new law to define functions, powers of CBI

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

The panel said that vacant posts in the CBI are not being filled up at the required pace and recommended that "every effort should be made to fill up vacancies at the earliest".

Will Parliament's monsoon session be a washout?

Will Parliament's monsoon session be a washout?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Consensus building is likely to be the biggest casualty.

Withdraw Waqf Bill, talk to stakeholders: Muslim bodies to govt

Withdraw Waqf Bill, talk to stakeholders: Muslim bodies to govt

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Both factions of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind (Arshad Madani and Mahmood Madani) slammed the Bill and expressed grave concerns over the proposed legislation.

Land Bill: Govt denies charge of bypassing Parliament

Land Bill: Govt denies charge of bypassing Parliament

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

A united Opposition on Tuesday tore into an ordinance promulgated to amend land acquisition rules, calling it an "anti-farmer" move brought by "bypassing" Parliament to benefit corporate houses, a charge vehemently denied by the government.

Ready to discuss deficiencies in nuke bill: PM

Ready to discuss deficiencies in nuke bill: PM

Rediff.com31 Mar 2010

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said the government has an "open mind" on the nuclear liability bill and is ready to discuss any "deficiencies" in the proposed legislation that is facing stiff opposition from BJP and Left parties.

Delhi municipal house to make 3rd bid to elect mayor today

Delhi municipal house to make 3rd bid to elect mayor today

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

The first two sessions -- held on January 6 and January 24 -- were adjourned by the presiding officer without electing a mayor as the sessions were marred by ruckus and acrimonious exchanges among the members of the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Aam Aadmi Party.

Time to rethink civil services recruitment process: Parl panel

Time to rethink civil services recruitment process: Parl panel

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

It is high time to rethink the entire recruitment process for the civil services, the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Personnel, Public Grievances, Law and Justice opined in its latest report.

PMK breaks ranks with ally BJP to back TN resolution against NEET

PMK breaks ranks with ally BJP to back TN resolution against NEET

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

The Tamil Nadu assembly on Friday once again passed a unanimous resolution urging the Centre to exempt the state from National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test and allow it to admit students to medical courses based on Plus Two exam marks.

Parliament approves amendment to RTI act

Parliament approves amendment to RTI act

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

This after high drama in the House over what opposition charged was "intimidation" by the treasury benches to get the motion for sending the amendment to the RTI Act to the select committee rejected.