News for 'Judicial Studies Board'

'Judges Don't Descend From Mars Or The Moon'

'Judges Don't Descend From Mars Or The Moon'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'The quality of justice is directly linked to the quality of judges -- if that suffers, justice delivery suffers.'

He Delivered Milk When He Was 6. At 29 He's A Magistrate!

He Delivered Milk When He Was 6. At 29 He's A Magistrate!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'Studying was never an important part of our life, surviving was.'

Indian student self-deports after US revokes visa for supporting Hamas

Indian student self-deports after US revokes visa for supporting Hamas

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Ranjani Srinivasan, a citizen and national of India, entered the United States on a F-1 student visa as a doctoral student in Urban Planning at Columbia University, the Department of Homeland Security said in a statement on Friday. It added that Srinivasan was "involved in activities supporting" Hamas, a terrorist organisation.

Odisha forms panel to probe death of Nepali student at KIIT

Odisha forms panel to probe death of Nepali student at KIIT

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

The Odisha government has constituted a fact-finding committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a Nepali student at KIIT University and the subsequent protests by students. The three-member panel will investigate the institute's handling of the situation, including the suspension of students seeking justice. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the safety of international students at the institute. The Nepal government has threatened to stop issuing no objection certificates for students studying in Odisha if the situation is not resolved.

'BJP Won't Be Able To Form Government In Bengal in 2026'

'BJP Won't Be Able To Form Government In Bengal in 2026'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

'The BJP lacks a credible mass leader who matches Mamata Banerjee's popularity.' 'Given the division of votes among Opposition parties, the West Bengal government's dole-giving strategy, and the consolidation of the poor, significant sections of scheduled caste groups and Muslim minorities behind the ruling party, it will be difficult to dislodge the Trinamool from power.'

Can't give 'judicial diktat' to send children to schools: SC

Can't give 'judicial diktat' to send children to schools: SC

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

The Supreme Court on Monday observed it cannot give a 'judicial diktat' for sending children to schools disregarding the possibility of a fresh spike in COVID cases as it refused to entertain a Class 12 student's plea seeking resumption of physical classes across the country.

This Sports Minister will use taxpayers' money judiciously

This Sports Minister will use taxpayers' money judiciously

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, on Friday, said genuine medal prospects will not face any problem in getting financial support from the government but also emphasised on the need to use the taxpayers' money judiciously.

Passengers on dunki flight to Nicaragua paid Rs 60-80 lakh

Passengers on dunki flight to Nicaragua paid Rs 60-80 lakh

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

More than 60 people from Gujarat on board the Nicaragua-bound plane, which was sent back from France over suspected human trafficking, had agreed to pay Rs 60 lakh to Rs 80 lakh to immigration agents, who promised to cross into the US illegally after reaching the Latin American country, officials said.

Bengaluru's water crisis: India Inc adopt innovative methods

Bengaluru's water crisis: India Inc adopt innovative methods

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

From installing water-saving aerators on taps to using cans for washing hands and dishes, Bengaluru is adopting diverse strategies to tide over the water crisis. While several citizens have taken to social media to urge Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to make work from home mandatory for IT companies, it appears that hybrid mode will continue to be the norm for most - although with new water conservation measures in place. Co-working space provider Urban Vault has, for instance, installed smart water meters to detect leakage.

Peeing incident: 6 unions urge DGCA to revoke action against AI pilot

Peeing incident: 6 unions urge DGCA to revoke action against AI pilot

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Citing various aspects, the forum has appealed to the DGCA to "withdraw the harsh punishment and suspension of the PIC". it said.

Fake currency, black money like Jarasandha: Govt to SC on note ban

Fake currency, black money like Jarasandha: Govt to SC on note ban

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

The Constitution bench is hearing a batch of 58 petitions challenging the demonetisation exercise.

Is Tourism Destroying Goa?

Is Tourism Destroying Goa?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Poor governance and mediocre short-sighted politics are destroying the paradise that Goa was as its environment, water table, culture and way of life is drastically threatened by tourism and migration, points out Ramesh Menon.

How To Prepare For CUET Exam 2022

How To Prepare For CUET Exam 2022

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

The key to scoring good marks in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) lies in identifying target courses and then effectively strategising the preparation to achieve the desired goal.

From Ayodhya to adultery: CJI Chandrachud's landmark verdicts

From Ayodhya to adultery: CJI Chandrachud's landmark verdicts

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Counted as a judge who enriched the 'verdict docket' of the apex court, Justice Chandrachud is viewed as sharp, articulate and forward looking.

Planning To Go For Bundled Products?

Planning To Go For Bundled Products?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

Bundled products often come with restrictions. The customer also gets locked into two products at the same time. This reduces flexibility.

Yes Bank fraud: ED arrests 2 former Cox and Kings executives

Yes Bank fraud: ED arrests 2 former Cox and Kings executives

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday arrested the former CFO and internal auditor of the Cox and Kings Group in connection with its money laundering probe in the Yes Bank alleged loan default case. The agency said ex-chief financial officer Anil Khandelwal and internal auditor Naresh Jain were arrested under the provision of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act

Godman Falahari Maharaj arrested on charge of rape

Godman Falahari Maharaj arrested on charge of rape

Rediff.com23 Sep 2017

As per the complaint, the parents of the woman, who is studying law in Jaipur, are followers of Falahari Maharaj for the past several years.

What did mom teach you?

What did mom teach you?

Rediff.com8 May 2006

Whether it's to do with practical matters like how to manage time judiciously, eat right, be smart about money or philosophical issues the true meaning of life or love, tell us.

PCB to review Saleem Malik's life ban

PCB to review Saleem Malik's life ban

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

The Pakistan Cricket Board will review the life ban for match fixing imposed on the country's former captain Saleem Malik on the recommendation of a judicial inquiry commission, PCB chairman Najam Sethi said on Tuesday.

History on test at Bhima Koregaon hearing

History on test at Bhima Koregaon hearing

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

At this point commission member Sumit Mullick asked the government counsel: 'Your job is to protect the State. How are these questions on Peshwas relevant?'

We have to protect interest of players and BCCI: Shukla

We have to protect interest of players and BCCI: Shukla

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

The popular but troubled Indian Premier League (IPL) will take place next year notwithstanding the suspension of Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals but the Champions League was scrapped for lack of fan interest.

Northeast MPs meet PM, demand anti-racial law

Northeast MPs meet PM, demand anti-racial law

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

A group of MPs from the northeast met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday and demanded an anti-racial discrimination law and judicial inquiry into the death of Aruachal Pradesh youth Nido Tania.

Why Railways' transformation plan has gone off-track

Why Railways' transformation plan has gone off-track

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

There was a plan to increase the Railways' revenue by augmenting carrying capacity. This target has, however, become the source of a bitter battle between two ministries - the railways and steel - and provoked serious arguments over the "Make in India" programme.

JNU MPhil student commits suicide; parents seek CBI probe

JNU MPhil student commits suicide; parents seek CBI probe

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

The JNU Students Union is alleging that Krishnan was targeted for his association with the movement seeking justice for Rohith Vemula and depression made him take the extreme step.

Muslim role in Indian politics needs to be re-defined

Muslim role in Indian politics needs to be re-defined

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

'They must take the bull of conservatism within their own ranks by its horns as much as they need to speak out against the fallacies of the non-Hindutva (or 'Muslim-friendly') political forces as well,' argues Mohammad Sajjad.

How the 2019 poll ad campaigns will be different

How the 2019 poll ad campaigns will be different

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

'Last time, there was an incumbent and a challenger. This year, the roles have been reversed.' 'The challenger is the incumbent and the ones ruling then are now the challengers.' 'So, the realities have changed and so have the electorate's expectations.'

How to crack IIT-JEE 2017

How to crack IIT-JEE 2017

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

With less than five months to go, it's time you fine tuned your skills and assessed your preparation for the big day.

Ryan redux: Class 7 girl attacks 6-yr-old in school toilet

Ryan redux: Class 7 girl attacks 6-yr-old in school toilet

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

The girl was later sent to a juvenile home till January 31.

Why BCCI is wary of terminating CSK, Royals from IPL

Why BCCI is wary of terminating CSK, Royals from IPL

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

BCCI sources said that a similar decision in the case of another IPL team Kochi Tuskers Kerala a few years ago, at the insistence of former president Shashank Manohar, had backfired with an arbitration award favouring a payout of Rs 550 crore for the disbanded Kerala franchise on grounds of wrongful termination.

Why India has failed to deal with bad loans

Why India has failed to deal with bad loans

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

The problem of stressed assets needs to be addressed with effective recovery.

Meet MacArthur Genius Sujatha Baliga

Meet MacArthur Genius Sujatha Baliga

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

Sujatha Baliga won America's most prestigious fellowship for her work on the journey to forgiveness and restorative justice.

SC clears release of Padmaavat by overturning ban by states

SC clears release of Padmaavat by overturning ban by states

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

The apex court also prohibited other states from issuing a notification against the exhibition of the movie.

'Govt must not throw away money to corporates'

'Govt must not throw away money to corporates'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

'You can't take money from Shaktikanta Das (the RBI governor) and give it to Nirmala Sitharaman (the Union finance minister). She will blow it away on Modi.'

Sheena Bora case: Why did her lawyers give Indrani a drubbing?

Sheena Bora case: Why did her lawyers give Indrani a drubbing?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Indrani dressed in a short purple kurta and leggings, with a bandhini green-purple chunni, sindhoor glowing in her mang, was receiving a drubbing from her lawyers for the facts she had revealed before the court on Tuesday while arguing the rejoinder to her bail application. She was insisting: "But he asked me for a motive!"

United Spirits shows proof of Mallya's fund diversion

United Spirits shows proof of Mallya's fund diversion

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

USL claims it has given a report on how the liquor baron channelled money from the company to Kingfisher Airlines, Force India and Watson.

Sebi tightens norms to check money laundering, terror funding

Sebi tightens norms to check money laundering, terror funding

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

The market intermediaries have also been told to appoint designated directors to ensure compliance with new norms, who would face penal action for any lapses.

Misunderstanding on ordinance on convicted lawmakers: Tewari

Misunderstanding on ordinance on convicted lawmakers: Tewari

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

There is some kind of "misunderstanding" on the intent and purport of the ordinance on convicted lawmakers and its contour needs to be understood in entirety, Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari said in New Delhi on Friday.

The men behind Rahul 2.0

The men behind Rahul 2.0

Rediff.com11 May 2015

The Congress vice-president's office and staff have been revamped after the party's electoral defeat in 2014

1986 moment: Will the seculars play it right this time?

1986 moment: Will the seculars play it right this time?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

'In the name of pluralism-secularism, the kind of politics that was pursued revealed to many that it was basically a favour to Muslim conservatism and communalism -- a politics of minority-ism, rather than of secularism.' 'This is how significant sections of Hindus have been made to loathe the very idea of Indian secularism by now,' says Mohammad Sajjad.

Asaram found guilty of raping teen, sentenced to life in jail

Asaram found guilty of raping teen, sentenced to life in jail

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

Asaram is also facing a rape case in Surat in Gujarat in which the Supreme Court earlier this month gave five weeks time to the prosecution to complete the trial.