News for 'Jantar Mantar'

Congress puppet or BJP supporter? Sakshi, Babita lock horns

Congress puppet or BJP supporter? Sakshi, Babita lock horns

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Sakshi Malik accused Babita Phogat of trying to use the wrestlers for selfish motive and weaken their protest.

Taj Mahal emerges as top Google Street View destination

Taj Mahal emerges as top Google Street View destination

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Taj Mahal is popular among virtual travellers.

Hello ladies, it's your day

Hello ladies, it's your day

Rediff.com8 Mar 2015

Celebrating the Indian woman.

PM should announce date for implementation of OROP: Rahul

PM should announce date for implementation of OROP: Rahul

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

Accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not fulfilling his promises, Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on demanded a definite date for implementing the long-pending One-Rank-One-Pension for ex-servicemen as he joined their agitation in New Delhi.

Social activist Swami Agnivesh passes away

Social activist Swami Agnivesh passes away

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Agnivesh was critically ill and was on ventilatory support since Tuesday

7-hr stand-off as Jamia protesters' march to Parliament stopped

7-hr stand-off as Jamia protesters' march to Parliament stopped

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

Despite repeated appeals from the police and the varsity authorities, the protesters refused to end their agitation. Police said the protesters did not have permission to march towards Parliament.

PHOTOS: Wearing 'Kanhaiya' T-shirts, students march for JNU leader's release

PHOTOS: Wearing 'Kanhaiya' T-shirts, students march for JNU leader's release

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Thousands of students from universities and colleges across Delhi staged a massive protest in New Delhi on Thursday.

'Not in My Name': Citizens protest mob lynchings

'Not in My Name': Citizens protest mob lynchings

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

Simultaneous protests were held in several other cities, and are also slated to be held elsewhere in the world, the organisers said.

Tax devolution not about richer vs poorer states

Tax devolution not about richer vs poorer states

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Tax devolution shares, which threaten to create a north-south divide among states, may have more to do with per capita income, and not so much with population.

PHOTOS: Students march for Rohith, JNU; Rahul, Kejriwal join them

PHOTOS: Students march for Rohith, JNU; Rahul, Kejriwal join them

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

Thousands of students took to the streets demanding justice for Dalit scholar Rohith Vemula and protesting the Jawaharlal Nehru University crisis.

Modi hits back at Nitish; calls grand alliance '3 Idiots'

Modi hits back at Nitish; calls grand alliance '3 Idiots'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Hitting back at Nitish Kumar, who on Monday mouthed a limerick set to a film song to attack him, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday likened JD(U)-RJD-Congress alliance to "three idiots", advised the chief minister to perfect the art of "Mushaira" and practise it at leisure after the Bihar polls.

Vinesh Phogat accuses Sports Minister of cover-up

Vinesh Phogat accuses Sports Minister of cover-up

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Vinesh claimed that twice in the past sexual harassment cases were reported during the national camp but the WFI succeeded in sweeping the matter under the carpet.

Cong MP assaulted at Singhu border, turban pulled off

Cong MP assaulted at Singhu border, turban pulled off

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

The Ludhiana MP's vehicle was also damaged in the attack at the Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Memorial where he had gone with Congress' Amritsar MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla and party MLA Kulbir Singh Zira to attend the event.

PhD student found dead in JNU hostel room

PhD student found dead in JNU hostel room

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

The deceased identified as J R Philemon, native of Senapti district in Manipur, was found dead in room no 171 of the Brahmaputra Hostel, police said.

Wrestling Drama: Protesting grapplers threaten to quit

Wrestling Drama: Protesting grapplers threaten to quit

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

We did not ask for exemption from trials, just asked for time to prepare: Wrestlers

WFI rejects wrestlers' allegations; claims protest is motivated

WFI rejects wrestlers' allegations; claims protest is motivated

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has rejected all the allegations, including that of sexual harassment against its president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Kanhaiya does damage control, says will fight every 'massacre'

Kanhaiya does damage control, says will fight every 'massacre'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Under fire over his comments on 1984 anti-Sikh riots Jawaharlal Nehru University students union president Kanhaiya Kumar appeared to be in a damage control mode on Wednesday and said he will fight against every massacre.

35 people detained for protesting against CJI

35 people detained for protesting against CJI

Rediff.com10 May 2019

A protest march was held at Mandi House against the enquiry procedure adopted in the sexual harassment complaint against Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi.

SC to examine if farmers can protest when matter is sub judice

SC to examine if farmers can protest when matter is sub judice

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

The SC said where is the question of going on protest once a party has already approached the court challenging the validity of the laws.

Civic staff protests outside Kejriwal's residence, demands salaries

Civic staff protests outside Kejriwal's residence, demands salaries

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Besides salaries and arrears, the employees are seeking regularisation of contract-based employees and unification of the three corporations.

'Save Democracy' rally: Sonia, Rahul released after courting arrest

'Save Democracy' rally: Sonia, Rahul released after courting arrest

Rediff.com6 May 2016

A combative Congress president also hit out at the Centre saying it should not try to frighten them and that they 'would not allow democratic institutions to be weakened or destroyed'

'We are apprehensive of your safety outside campus,' JNU tells students

'We are apprehensive of your safety outside campus,' JNU tells students

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Several hours before a protest march, the Jawaharlal Nehru University authorities appealed to its student fraternity to 'reconsider' on account of their safety.

Ex-armyman who committed suicide was a Congress worker: VK Singh

Ex-armyman who committed suicide was a Congress worker: VK Singh

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Earlier, Singh had said that the "mental state" of Grewal needed to be probed before drawing conclusions about his extreme action.

Supporters help Chandrashekhar Azad flee police amid CAA protests at Jama Masjid

Supporters help Chandrashekhar Azad flee police amid CAA protests at Jama Masjid

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Azad, who recently announced that he would float his own political outfit was present in solidarity with the anti-CAA protesters. He led his supporters during the protest at the historic mosque. Tens of hundreds of people turned up in Jama Masjid area of Old Delhi on Friday in a major protest against the CAA and raised slogans denouncing the newly-enacted law.

Gauri Lankesh would have been alive if she hadn't written against RSS: BJP MLA

Gauri Lankesh would have been alive if she hadn't written against RSS: BJP MLA

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

Jeevaraj's speech has come at a time when the police are still unsure of the motives behind Gauri's murder.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Here's a recap of the events from the past 24 hours.

Wrestlers refuse to back down: Form committees to plan their next move in fight against WFI chief

Wrestlers refuse to back down: Form committees to plan their next move in fight against WFI chief

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The protesting wrestlers on Friday formed two committees to advice them on the future course of action

Ex-paramilitary personnel begin stir over demand for OROP

Ex-paramilitary personnel begin stir over demand for OROP

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Close to 300 of these veterans assembled at the protest site, very close to where a similar agitation is being held by the ex-servicemen of the armed forces for the prompt implementation of the OROP for them.

'Rahul should not contest from Wayanad'

'Rahul should not contest from Wayanad'

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

'He should not come to Kerala and fight against the CPI which is an integral part of the INDIA alliance'

Training Woes: Non-protesting wrestlers demand camp restart

Training Woes: Non-protesting wrestlers demand camp restart

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Wrestlers sound alarm over training disruption, urge SAI to reopen centres

Ladakh groups to intensify stir to press for statehood

Ladakh groups to intensify stir to press for statehood

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Environmental activist and educator Sonam Wangchuk said democracy has been compromised in Ladakh and the local people have no say in decision-making.

Kejriwal to lead first protest march since becoming CM

Kejriwal to lead first protest march since becoming CM

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will address an Aam Aadmy Party rally against the land Bill at Jantar Mantar and might also lead a march to Parliament on April 22.

Kejriwal rules out talks, will flood Rajpath with AAP backers

Kejriwal rules out talks, will flood Rajpath with AAP backers

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

Showing no signs of relenting, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday ruled out negotiations to end the stand off with the Centre and threatened to flood Rajpath with lakhs of supporters that can disrupt Republic Day celebrations.

Manipur: SC sets up panel of 3 women ex-judges, 42 SITs, ropes in Maha DGP

Manipur: SC sets up panel of 3 women ex-judges, 42 SITs, ropes in Maha DGP

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

As Manipur sank deeper into ethnic violence, the Supreme Court on Monday ordered the setting up of a committee of three former women high court judges to oversee relief and rehabilitation of victims and compensation to them, besides asking former Maharashtra police chief Dattatray Padsalgikar to monitor the probe in criminal cases.

JNU case: Delhi police issues alert ahead of Kanhaiya's release

JNU case: Delhi police issues alert ahead of Kanhaiya's release

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Apprehending the possibility of "clashes" following the release of JNUSU president Kanhaiya Kumar, Delhi Police has issued an 'advisory' to all districts, traffic and PCR units asking them to maintain strict vigil, especially in and around JNU and Delhi University campuses.

We are asking for our due, not begging for a favour, say ex-servicemen

We are asking for our due, not begging for a favour, say ex-servicemen

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Veterans bemoan the 'lack of intention' shown by the Modi sarkar, who seem to have reneged on their poll promise.

Delhi riots: HC adjourns bail plea of Sharjeel Imam to Dec 16

Delhi riots: HC adjourns bail plea of Sharjeel Imam to Dec 16

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

The court also listed for hearing on November 18 bail pleas by other co-accused in the matter, including Khalid Saifi and Meeran Haider.

'The govt cannot release funds to states on request'

'The govt cannot release funds to states on request'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

'If such a practice were feasible, every state would seek additional funds, posing a significant risk to the overall health of the economy.'

Wrestlers' protest: 'PM must answer what action he took'

Wrestlers' protest: 'PM must answer what action he took'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

The Congress demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi answer what action he took against WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh when issues were allegedly flagged to him by a wrestler in 2021.

OROP: Protesting veterans attempt to burn medals

OROP: Protesting veterans attempt to burn medals

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

High drama ensued at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Wednesday where two veterans tried to burn their medals in protest against the 'One Rank One Pension' (OROP) scheme announced by the government.