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Year after, Sherpa guide breaks own record again, scales Everest for 27th time

Year after, Sherpa guide breaks own record again, scales Everest for 27th time

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The 53-year-old record-holding mountain guide stood atop the 8,848.86 metres-high peak at 8:30 am on Wednesday, the department of tourism of Nepal said.

Uttarakhand cops make first arrest in Haridwar Dharma Sansad case

Uttarakhand cops make first arrest in Haridwar Dharma Sansad case

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

While Rizvi has been arrested, notices for appearance under Section 41 A of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) have been sent to Yati Narasimhanand and Sadhvi Annapurna, Uttarakhand Director General of Police Ashok Kumar told PTI.

Give chance to 1st time MPs: Modi as winter session begins

Give chance to 1st time MPs: Modi as winter session begins

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

He also said that India hosting the G20 summit, which will be held next year, is not merely a diplomatic event but also a chance to showcase the country's capabilities before the world.

Race for K'aka CM heats up; all eyes on Cong top brass

Race for K'aka CM heats up; all eyes on Cong top brass

Rediff.com15 May 2023

With Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar both staking claim to the top post, they are lobbying hard for it with supporters of each one raising the pitch in support of their leader.

CBI refutes Sisodia claim over its officer's suicide

CBI refutes Sisodia claim over its officer's suicide

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

The CBI refuted Sisodia's claims as 'mischievous and misleading', saying his statements were is 'an attempt to divert attention from the ongoing investigation in Delhi Excise Policy case'.

Pleas in HC, district court for protection of Hindu symbols in Gyanvapi

Pleas in HC, district court for protection of Hindu symbols in Gyanvapi

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Rakhi Singh has accused the Muslim side of destroying Hindu symbols on the Gyanvapi premises and demanded protection of the entire complex in order to ensure that these symbols are not lost.

'Shinde desperately needed a voter base among the Marathas'

'Shinde desperately needed a voter base among the Marathas'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

'When the chief minister saw how Manoj Jarange Patil had successfully held the state government hostage to his whims, Eknath Shinde knew he had a very clear chance of enamouring himself to these Maratha agitators by accepting Patil's demands.'

IAF's Apache helicopter makes 'precautionary landing' in MP, villagers play hosts

IAF's Apache helicopter makes 'precautionary landing' in MP, villagers play hosts

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Precautionary landing means there could have been some minor issues, due to which the aircraft was landed as a precaution, officials said.

India working on small, factory-built N-reactors, nod for 10 under 'fleet mode'

India working on small, factory-built N-reactors, nod for 10 under 'fleet mode'

Rediff.com23 May 2023

India is working on new technologies such as the small modular reactors that can be factory-built and help make clean energy transition, Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh said in New Delhi.

FC overpower Jamshedpur to bag full points at home

FC overpower Jamshedpur to bag full points at home

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

FC Goa were off to a flyer as Guarrotxena scored after just two minutes. Brandon Fernandes played a short corner to Edu Bedia on the right flank. The Spaniard whipped a cross in as the ball missed a cheeky flick from Redeem Tlang before finding Guarrotxena, whose decisive tap-in put the Gaurs ahead.

Don't ask Hindu children to dress up as Santa Claus: VHP

Don't ask Hindu children to dress up as Santa Claus: VHP

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

It was an "attack" on Hindu culture and a conspiracy to inspire Hindu children to adopt Christianity, it alleged.

Suspended IAS officer quizzed for 2nd day over gangrape charge

Suspended IAS officer quizzed for 2nd day over gangrape charge

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

The woman alleged that she was lured to the chief secretary's home with the promise of a government job, and then raped there on April 14 and May 1.

Pawar, Fadnavis make power-play for MCA over dinner

Pawar, Fadnavis make power-play for MCA over dinner

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Milind Narvekar, the close aide of Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray, and NCP leader Jitendra Awhad are also contesting the election and have filed their nominations from the panel formed by Pawar and Shelar.

Yati Narasinghanand released from jail, resumes hunger strike

Yati Narasinghanand released from jail, resumes hunger strike

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Narsinghanand's release follows bail granted to him on Tuesday by a local court in a case slapped on him under Section 509 of the Indian Penal Code for making objectionable remarks against women and abusing a journalist.

Hate speech: Courts reject bail pleas of Narsinghanand, Tyagi

Hate speech: Courts reject bail pleas of Narsinghanand, Tyagi

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

Two courts in Haridwar have rejected the bail pleas of Yati Narsinghanand and Jitendra Narayan Tyagi who have been arrested in connection with the controversial Dharma Sansad where alleged hate speeches against Muslims were delivered.

'How can he take such an arbitrary decision?'

'How can he take such an arbitrary decision?'

Rediff.com4 May 2023

'He is our mother, our father, an institution that we all have looked up to.' 'He just can't leave us and expose us to harsh sunlight.'

2 killed in Bihar police firing after stir against power supply turns violent

2 killed in Bihar police firing after stir against power supply turns violent

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

According to the police headquarters in Patna, "more than a dozen police personnel and power department employees" sustained injuries in the incident that took place barely "100 meters away from Barsoi police station".

Andaman ex-chief secretary arrested in gang-rape case

Andaman ex-chief secretary arrested in gang-rape case

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

The police on Thursday arrested former Andaman and Nicobar chief secretary Jitendra Narain in a gang rape case filed by a 21-year-old woman against him and others.

The Men Behind Chandrayaan-3 Mission

The Men Behind Chandrayaan-3 Mission

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

Only three countries (United States, Russia and China) have successfully landed spacecraft on the airless lunar surface.

2023's Must Watch Web Series

2023's Must Watch Web Series

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 Web series that was worth the viewer's while.

National interest must guide your every decision, Modi tells bureaucrats

National interest must guide your every decision, Modi tells bureaucrats

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday urged bureaucrats to make national interest the sole basis of their every decision, saying the country has put its faith in them and they must uphold that trust.

India Plans 20 Nuclear Power Plants By 2031

India Plans 20 Nuclear Power Plants By 2031

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Though it still has only a single-digit share in total electricity production, India has been looking to tap nuclear power faster.

Gang-rape: Former Andaman chief secretary maybe grilled again on Saturday

Gang-rape: Former Andaman chief secretary maybe grilled again on Saturday

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Former chief secretary of Andaman and Nicobar Islands Jitendra Narain on Friday appeared before a Special Investigation Team (SIT) for questioning over the gangrape charges against him.

Amit Shah reaches Jammu on 3-day J-K visit, to meet Paharis over ST tag demand

Amit Shah reaches Jammu on 3-day J-K visit, to meet Paharis over ST tag demand

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

Shah arrived in the evening and was received at the airport by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Union minister Jitendra Singh, among others.

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

As the Indian version of The Archies gets ready to hit OTT, Deepa Gahlot picks 10 interesting college-and-youth-oriented shows on OTT.

Aaditya Thackeray challenges Eknath Shinde: Will contest from Thane and win

Aaditya Thackeray challenges Eknath Shinde: Will contest from Thane and win

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Wednesday slammed the Maharashtra government saying that "Mughal rule" was prevailing in the state, and declared that he would contest the next assembly election from Thane, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's bastion.

'82 saal ka sher abhi bhi zinda hai': NCP hits back at Ajit

'82 saal ka sher abhi bhi zinda hai': NCP hits back at Ajit

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Ajit Pawar asked in his speech at his faction's meeting when would Sharad Pawar, who is 82 years old, "going to stop".

SIT to probe rape charge by job aspirant against top Andaman officials

SIT to probe rape charge by job aspirant against top Andaman officials

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

The police registered a case earlier this month after the chief judicial magistrate of Port Blair ordered its filing based on a petition by the young woman.

Act against corrupt, however powerful, without fear, Modi tells CBI

Act against corrupt, however powerful, without fear, Modi tells CBI

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

There is no dearth of political will today to act against corruption and officers should take action against the corrupt, however powerful, without any hesitation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday.

Rivals CPM, Congress come together to fight Tripura polls

Rivals CPM, Congress come together to fight Tripura polls

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

The announcement was made after AICC general secretary Ajoy Kumar held a meeting with CPI-M state secretary Jitendra Choudhury on Friday evening.

Can Gehlot Make It Two In A Row?

Can Gehlot Make It Two In A Row?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The fact that Gehlot has stayed relevant these five years with his populist schemes is one reason why he may beat incumbency in a state that votes for change every election, observes Ramesh Menon.

Gujarat cops detain TMC leader over 'fake' tweet on PM's Morbi visit

Gujarat cops detain TMC leader over 'fake' tweet on PM's Morbi visit

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

In a tweet, TMC national spokesperson and Rajya Dabha MP Derek O'Brien detailed the circumstances under which the arrest was made.

We've aligned with BJP, but not abandoned...: Bhujbal

We've aligned with BJP, but not abandoned...: Bhujbal

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

Bhujbal said Sharad Pawar announced support to the BJP in 2014 after it formed government following the Assembly polls without the Shiv Sena's backing.

2 soldiers among 5 dead as J-K, Ladakh receive heavy rains, snowfall

2 soldiers among 5 dead as J-K, Ladakh receive heavy rains, snowfall

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

The body of a junior commissioned officer was retrieved from a stream in the Poshana area of Surankote late Saturday evening, while the body of a second soldier was found this morning as the water level started receding in the district.

What Ails India's Civil Service

What Ails India's Civil Service

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

'A large portion of youngsters who aspire to join the civil services are not motivated by the spirit of public service and idealism of which the civil services offer in abundance.' 'When they join the mandarin club they look for the loaves and fishes of office, rather than make a difference and wipe what Mahatma Gandhi called 'every tear from every Indian',' points out Rup Narayan Das.

As tribal body seeks Prez rule, Meiteis urge PM not to talk to Kuki militants

As tribal body seeks Prez rule, Meiteis urge PM not to talk to Kuki militants

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

The Zomi-Kuki organisation also sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's intervention for a permanent solution to the ongoing ethnic strife

The Panchayat Actor Who Won Our Hearts

The Panchayat Actor Who Won Our Hearts

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

'It's like attending two months of laughing school when we are shooting.' 'If anyone is depressed and needs laughing yoga, they should come to our sets.'

Kharge rejigs CWC; Tharoor, Sharma, Wasnik of G23, Pilot part of new team

Kharge rejigs CWC; Tharoor, Sharma, Wasnik of G23, Pilot part of new team

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

While 39 members of the all-important panel are general members, it has 32 permanent invitees, including some in-charges of state and 13 special invitees.

Sena to host 3rd INDIA meet in Mumbai on Aug 31-Sep 1

Sena to host 3rd INDIA meet in Mumbai on Aug 31-Sep 1

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

The two-day deliberations, which will be held at Grand Hyatt in the suburbs, will begin in the evening of August 31 and from 10am on September 1. The meeting will be followed by a press conference, Raut informed.

Rahul Beats The Drum Of Unity

Rahul Beats The Drum Of Unity

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

As Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra travels across Maharashtra, Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com captures scenes from the walkathon to spread kindness and harmony from Nanded.