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At Defence Expo, PM slams laziness, incompetence, hidden motives

At Defence Expo, PM slams laziness, incompetence, hidden motives

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

Inaugurating the Defence Expo in Thiruvidanthai in Tamil Nadu, Modi said the Defence Procurement Procedure was revised with many specific provisions for stimulating growth of the domestic defence industry.

No Modi-bashing: AAP's new strategy post-poll drubbing

No Modi-bashing: AAP's new strategy post-poll drubbing

Rediff.com14 Apr 2017

A party leader said the AAP will resort to what it did during the 2015 Delhi Assembly polls-- a "positive campaign".

Kapil Mishra starts hunger strike, asks where AAP leaders got money for foreign trips

Kapil Mishra starts hunger strike, asks where AAP leaders got money for foreign trips

Rediff.com10 May 2017

"I am sitting on a Satyagraha till I get a clarification on details of international travel expenses of some senior AAP leaders. It is not a dharna but a satyagraha. I would like to send out a message to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to put out the details of the foreign tours of his five AAP leaders -- Satyendra Jain, Ashish Khetan, Raghav Chaddha, Sanjay Singh and Durgesh Pathak in public domain," Mishra told the media.

'This govt is destroying all democratic institutions'

'This govt is destroying all democratic institutions'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

'Anybody and everybody who opposes this government for whatever reasons will be branded a terrorist and charged in such a manner that all human rights will be taken away.'

Trump signs executive order aimed at regulating Twitter, FB

Trump signs executive order aimed at regulating Twitter, FB

Rediff.com29 May 2020

The order comes a day after Trump accused Twitter of election interference, after it added fact-check links to two of his tweets.

Modi lashes out at Congress, asks why it is lending voice to separatists

Modi lashes out at Congress, asks why it is lending voice to separatists

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

"The people, who were in power earlier, now are suddenly taking U-turn. They are making such statements shamelessly," he added.

Despite SC order, Jaitley defends govt's decision to send CBI officers on leave

Despite SC order, Jaitley defends govt's decision to send CBI officers on leave

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

'Mr. Modi has now become 1st PM to have his illegal orders set aside by the SC'

KC-M quits Congress-led UDF in Kerala

KC-M quits Congress-led UDF in Kerala

Rediff.com7 Aug 2016

The Kerala Congress-Mani led by former Kerala finance minister K M Mani on Sunday decided to withdraw its support to the Congress-led United Democratic Front coalition of which it was a part for more than three decades.

Why an ex-UPA minister is fighting on a BJP ticket

Why an ex-UPA minister is fighting on a BJP ticket

Rediff.com5 May 2014

Daggubati Purandeswari is the only Union minister to have joined the BJP this election. 'Everybody knows Dr Manmohan Singh is a man of great integrity and I consider it an honour to have worked with him,' Purandeswari, the BJP candidate from Rajampeta, Andhra Pradesh, tells A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com

In Maha, Modi dares Oppn over Art 370, triple talaq

In Maha, Modi dares Oppn over Art 370, triple talaq

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

The Opposition seems to be speaking on lines of the neighbouring country on Article 370, he said.

'The Opposition is bankrupt'

'The Opposition is bankrupt'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

'When the campaign started the Congress said it had been miserable for the last 27 years for UP and that people should get rid of those who made it miserable, and that they should bring back the glorious years of the Congress.' 'Then they joined hands with those who ruled for the last 26 years. Some called it a shrewd strategy, but to the people this was not shrewdness.' 'Where is the credibility in your actions when you change direction of the campaign?'

'The People of India are batting for the Idea of India'

'The People of India are batting for the Idea of India'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

'The people of India have not only challenged the ruling dispensation with the constitution, they have also opened the eyes of the leadership that sits in the Opposition.'

The truth about India's ease of doing business claim

The truth about India's ease of doing business claim

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

'The recalculated ranking showed India should have had a higher ranking earlier (113 in 2012 instead of 132) and lower ranking later (114 in 2018 instead of 100).' 'This would mean that there has been no change in India's climate of doing business across two regimes.' 'This is exactly consistent with the reality on the ground,' observes Debashis Basu.

KRN's life was a saga of surprises

KRN's life was a saga of surprises

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

'KRN's journey from a humble cottage in Uzhavoor to Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi was no less spectacular than that of Abraham Lincoln from the log cabin to the White House'.

Tough rules against graft made many come on one platform: Modi on his 4 yrs

Tough rules against graft made many come on one platform: Modi on his 4 yrs

Rediff.com26 May 2018

He said that his govt is moving on the correct path and the people have put their seal of approval on it.

MHA says J-K leaders to be released but gives no time-frame

MHA says J-K leaders to be released but gives no time-frame

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Home ministry officials told the parliamentary panel that those detained under the PSA can challenge their detention in a designated tribunal.

Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman dies of colon cancer

Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman dies of colon cancer

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

In a statement posted on his official Twitter handle, the actor's family said he was diagnosed with the disease in 2016.

BJP won't succumb to RSS pressure on Ram temple

BJP won't succumb to RSS pressure on Ram temple

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

'The saffron party is under pressure from RSS and other Hindutva quarters to move swiftly on construction of Ram temple at the disputed site in Ayodhya.'

Biden will keep the pressure on Xi

Biden will keep the pressure on Xi

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Neither Biden nor his successors can any longer ignore the threat China has come to pose to the US in both economic and military fields, observes Virendra Kapoor.

Israel, UAE strike 'historic' pact to normalise relations

Israel, UAE strike 'historic' pact to normalise relations

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Under the deal, Israel would suspend its plans to annex large parts of the occupied West Bank.

'Young people won't tolerate abrasive behaviour'

'Young people won't tolerate abrasive behaviour'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'Younger people have a very strong sense of what is wrong, and what is right, along with the opportunity to call out this kind of behaviour through mechanisms like social media.'

J&K headed for Guv's rule as BJP snaps ties with PDP

J&K headed for Guv's rule as BJP snaps ties with PDP

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

The BJP general secretary said it was untenable for them to continue in the alliance.

Not changing permanent residency rules in J-K, says governor

Not changing permanent residency rules in J-K, says governor

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

The governor's remarks came in reply to a letter by National Conference vice-president Omar Abdullah earlier in the day, expressing concern over the reports of changes proposed to the procedure of granting permanent residence certificates in the state.

Patel's inspiration behind abrogation of Art 370: PM

Patel's inspiration behind abrogation of Art 370: PM

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

When the prime minister was offering floral tributes to Patel, flower petals were also showered on the world's tallest statue by an Indian Air Force helicopter.

'Statue of Unity' to be ready for inauguration on October 31

'Statue of Unity' to be ready for inauguration on October 31

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

The 'Statue of Unity' will provide visitors a meaningful experience that both educates and entertains, by focusing on Patel's personage, life, and accomplishments.

Right to Read on a roll in India, Africa, Central America

Right to Read on a roll in India, Africa, Central America

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

The Right to Read programme hopes to cover 100,000 schools, covering 15 million students.

Xi begins 2nd term, asks PLA to be combat-ready

Xi begins 2nd term, asks PLA to be combat-ready

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Xi ordered country's 2.3 million-strong military to be absolutely loyal to the party, to focus on how to win in wars, to pioneer reforms and innovation, to scientifically manage commanding a unit, to lead troops in accordance with the strictest standards and to take the forefront in complying with laws and regulations.

Voices in favour of Priyanka grow stronger in Congress

Voices in favour of Priyanka grow stronger in Congress

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Against the backdrop of debacle in Lok Sabha polls, voices for bringing Priyanka Gandhi to the forefront if politics grew stronger within the Congress party with at least two leaders on Friday saying she is a "big fighter" and has the "natural ability" to connect with people.

5 state polls: Cong unseats BJP in Hindi heartland; TRS wins Telangana

5 state polls: Cong unseats BJP in Hindi heartland; TRS wins Telangana

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

The reverses for the BJP in the Hindi heartland threw wide open the 2019 Lok Sabha elections which until a few months ago appeared to be in the grip of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party.

Raghuvansh Singh, who quit RJD days ago, passes away

Raghuvansh Singh, who quit RJD days ago, passes away

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

Singh was widely regarded as an expert in the rural and agricultural landscape of the country and is credited with the conceptualisation and implementation of the NREGA (National Rural Guarantee Employment) Act.

Hardliners will dominate China's Tibet policy

Hardliners will dominate China's Tibet policy

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Statements emanating from the recent Chinese Communist party congress suggest potentially increasing pressure on India with regard to the Dalai Lama and the Central Tibetan Administration in Dharamsala, notes former RAW officer Jayadeva Ranade.

Thoovanathumbikal: The masterpiece that got away from its maker

Thoovanathumbikal: The masterpiece that got away from its maker

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Padmarajan's Thoovanathumbikal has become a part of Malayali mythology, just as its maker himself now possesses mythological status.

What lies ahead for Jammu and Kashmir

What lies ahead for Jammu and Kashmir

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

'India should be able to weather the storm, given its enhanced standing among the major powers. However, India's international clout is partly from its rapidly growing emerging economy and a large and expanding commercial market. 'If the Indian economy continues to slow and protectionist barriers advance, then our international clout will also diminish. The international fallout from bringing the Valley to heel may be more difficult to handle,' says Shyam Saran.

Modi's big-ticket Varanasi visit tomorrow will set the tone for UP polls

Modi's big-ticket Varanasi visit tomorrow will set the tone for UP polls

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

The party's performance in the assembly polls in the state -- which is the most populous and hence sends maximum number of MPs to the Lok Sabha -- will have a bearing on its future prospects on the national level.

'Fortunate that men like him walked this earth during our time'

'Fortunate that men like him walked this earth during our time'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

Shortly after former Defence Minister George Fernandes died at the age of 88, leaders across the political spectrum paid tribute to the veteran leader. Here is how our leaders reacted to the tragedy.

Will Modi go the Indira way?

Will Modi go the Indira way?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

'Sounds familiar? Barring inflation, much else looks, sounds, and feels more than a bit like 1974.' 'A phenomenally popular leader, with a party of unquestioning followers, a broken Opposition, a nationalist high and an economy in free fall, crippling joblessness,' recalls Shekhar Gupta.

Advani to skip Modi's 'Hoonkar' rally in Patna

Advani to skip Modi's 'Hoonkar' rally in Patna

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party leader L K Advani, who shares a warm relation with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar notwithstanding the severing of ties with the Janata Dal-United, will skip the party's October 27 rally.

Prez poll: Rajnath, Venkaiah to meet Sonia for consensus candidate

Prez poll: Rajnath, Venkaiah to meet Sonia for consensus candidate

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

They are likely to meet Sitaram Yechury following the meeting with Gandhi.

'Henceforth, no Indian should fear the taxman'

'Henceforth, no Indian should fear the taxman'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

'We have set out a timetable to reduce income tax rates for all incomes below Rs 50 lakh, and to progressively eliminate the surcharges on income above Rs 50 lakh, by 2024.' The Budget speech past CII president Naushad Forbes wants to hear.

US-India ties: One step forward, two steps back

US-India ties: One step forward, two steps back

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Trump's visit symbolised heightened partisanship and a return to chemistry between leaders defining bilateral ties, notes Kashish Parpiani.