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Jolt to JMM as Shibu Soren's daughter-in-law joins BJP

Jolt to JMM as Shibu Soren's daughter-in-law joins BJP

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Sita lamented and said she was feeling neglected and reluctantly decided to tender her resignation from the primary membership of the party.

Why Did Naidu Meet Modi?

Why Did Naidu Meet Modi?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

According to an Andhra government statement, Naidu 'reposed confidence' in the PM's leadership.

SC rejects pleas on 100% EVM-VVPAT verification, paper ballot voting

SC rejects pleas on 100% EVM-VVPAT verification, paper ballot voting

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Pronouncing the judgement, Justice Khanna said the court has rejected all the petitions, including those seeking resorting back to ballot papers in elections.

Day after EC hands over Shiv Sena to Shinde, Uddhav calls party leader's meet

Day after EC hands over Shiv Sena to Shinde, Uddhav calls party leader's meet

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

This is for the first time that the Thackeray family has lost control of the party that was founded in 1966 by Balasaheb Thackeray on the principles of justice for the sons of the soil.

Bangladeshis hope for normalcy with new govt at the helm

Bangladeshis hope for normalcy with new govt at the helm

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

People in Bangladesh have welcomed the new interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, hoping it would restore order, end repression and hold a fair election to facilitate a democratic transition of power.

Delhi minister loses portfolio after LG recalls files

Delhi minister loses portfolio after LG recalls files

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Kailash Gahlot was divested of the Law and Justice portfolio in the Aam Aadmi Party government on Friday, a day after Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena recalled files related to judicial infrastructure and administration in New Delhi as they remained pending with him for months, officials said.

What Did Modi's Ukraine Visit Achieve?

What Did Modi's Ukraine Visit Achieve?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

In retrospect, it appeared that the bitterness of the war was still strong and the Ukrainian success in occupying Russian territory just a few days ago had added to the complexity of the situation. The positive US response to the visit, however, remains a silver lining in the dark clouds, notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Hooch Tragedy, BSP Leader Killing: Stalin On Shaky Ground

Hooch Tragedy, BSP Leader Killing: Stalin On Shaky Ground

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Wednesday's Vikravandi by-election has become a referendum on the Stalin government, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Whenever I Lied I Lied In The Country's Interest'

'Whenever I Lied I Lied In The Country's Interest'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

'Kasab was never given mutton biryani.' 'What I had said was Kasab had asked for mutton biryani to be served in jail.'

TDP eyes gains in Pulivendula amid Reddy sibling rivalry

TDP eyes gains in Pulivendula amid Reddy sibling rivalry

Rediff.com11 May 2024

But as voters gear up for crucial assembly and parliamentary polls on May 13, all eyes are on the high-stakes battle in Pulivendula, an assembly constituency that has been a Reddy family stronghold for over four decades.

Excise case: Jolt to Sisodia as HC rejects bail pleas in ED, CBI cases

Excise case: Jolt to Sisodia as HC rejects bail pleas in ED, CBI cases

Rediff.com22 May 2024

The high court said he was a very powerful and influential person within the power corridors of the Delhi government as he had the responsibility of 18 portfolios in the city dispensation.

Has anything changed, ask Lakhimpur Kheri voters

Has anything changed, ask Lakhimpur Kheri voters

Rediff.com11 May 2024

This appears to be a common refrain in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri Lok Sabha constituency where farmers want better prices for their produce and respite from the stray cattle menace and others want political leaders to talk about job creation instead of issues like the Ram temple and Article 370.

Efforts made to prove driver was driving Porsche, say police; 2 cops suspended

Efforts made to prove driver was driving Porsche, say police; 2 cops suspended

Rediff.com24 May 2024

The Pune police chief told reporters that an internal inquiry has pointed to lapses on the part of some cops while registering the case and action will be taken against them.

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Asked about the challenges of an interfaith marriage, she said, 'There are a lot of things that we just agree on, I think, especially when it comes to family life, how to raise our kids. And so I think the answer really is, we just talk a lot.'

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Police have detained the father of a 17-year-old boy allegedly involved in a car accident that killed two persons in Maharashtra's Pune city, an official said on Tuesday.

1 Nation 1 Poll: What's Modi's Thinking?

1 Nation 1 Poll: What's Modi's Thinking?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Deriving from Narendra Modi's continuing charisma, the proposed scheme, if and when implemented, can cut both ways. That is to say, if Modi can win, he can lose. Or, someone else in his place, later on, could lose as much as he could win in his time, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Apna Dal-K quits INDIA, launches joint front with Owaisi's AIMIM

Apna Dal-K quits INDIA, launches joint front with Owaisi's AIMIM

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

Apna Dal-K leader Pallavi Patel made it clear that the party was no longer an ally of the SP which is a member of the INDIA bloc.

'They Want To Send A Message: If You Question Us, This Will Be Your Fate'

'They Want To Send A Message: If You Question Us, This Will Be Your Fate'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

'In spite of all these days behind the bars, none of those who have been arrested is repenting their decision to stand against the injustice of this government.'

Can't lose democracy by allowing parties in power...: SC

Can't lose democracy by allowing parties in power...: SC

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

The top court's remark came while setting aside an order of the Madras high court which directed the Tamil Nadu government to create the posts under the designation.

Drunk teen driving Porsche kills 2, gets bail, asked to write essay

Drunk teen driving Porsche kills 2, gets bail, asked to write essay

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Pune Police on Monday said they will seek a higher court's permission to try as an adult a 17-year-old boy whose car allegedly knocked down and killed two persons in Kalyani Nagar area in Pune.

'BSP Is Not Somebody's Private Property'

'BSP Is Not Somebody's Private Property'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

'Mayawatiji no more controls the bahujan vote in UP.' 'In this election more than 40 per cent of the BSP's core voters blessed the SP without the SP even asking for it.'

PM chairs key all-party meet on G-20, seeks cooperation

PM chairs key all-party meet on G-20, seeks cooperation

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Opposition leaders urged Modi to use the opportunity for the country's benefit.

'Naidu Will Give BJP Run For Its Money'

'Naidu Will Give BJP Run For Its Money'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

'The Opposition parties will continue to woo Chandrababu Naidu even though he has said he will support the BJP.'

LG recommends NIA probe against Kejriwal for funding from banned SFJ

LG recommends NIA probe against Kejriwal for funding from banned SFJ

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Delhi Lt Governor V K Saxena has recommended an NIA probe against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for allegedly receiving political funding from the banned terrorist organisation 'Sikhs for Justice', Raj Niwas sources said on Monday.

After BJY, Cong to hold Bharat Nyay Yatra from Manipur to Mumbai

After BJY, Cong to hold Bharat Nyay Yatra from Manipur to Mumbai

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

The Bharat Nyay Yatra will be mostly covered by bus along with short stretches of walking.

Cong sacks Himachal secretary in bid to end rebellion

Cong sacks Himachal secretary in bid to end rebellion

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The party on Wednesday removed former minister Sudhir Sharma, who was among the six rebel MLAs who were later disqualified for defying party whip on the state budget, from the post of All India Congress Committee secretary with immediate effect.

Lingayat seer says he will take on Union minister Joshi in Dharwad

Lingayat seer says he will take on Union minister Joshi in Dharwad

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Fakira Dingaleshwar Swami of Shirahatti Fakkireshwar Math, a prominent Veerashaiva Lingayat seer, on Monday said he has decided to contest as an independent candidate from Dharwad segment in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.

Centre silent on Prajwal's diplomatic passport cancellation: K'taka HM

Centre silent on Prajwal's diplomatic passport cancellation: K'taka HM

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Parameshwara said the chief minister had written a letter to the prime minister on the issue, and added that cancelling Prajwal's passport after a warrant is issued against him is the Centre's duty.

INDIA bloc performing 'mujra' for its vote bank: Modi

INDIA bloc performing 'mujra' for its vote bank: Modi

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday vowed to thwart alleged attempts to rob Dalits and backward classes of reservations by the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) which he accused of 'enslavement' and performing 'mujra' for Muslim vote bank.

Electoral bonds: Who is lottery king Santiago Martin?

Electoral bonds: Who is lottery king Santiago Martin?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Future Gaming and Hotel Services whose director is the lottery magnate Santiago Martin is the top purchaser of electoral bonds having purchased bonds worth Rs 1,368, according to data uploaded by the Election Commission of India on its website on Thursday.

Omar Abdullah 'will quit politics' if BJP...

Omar Abdullah 'will quit politics' if BJP...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

National Conference (NC) vice president Omar Abdullah Friday challenged the Bharatiya Janata Party to contest Lok Sabha polls in the Kashmir Valley, saying he will quit politics if the national party's candidates do not lose their security deposits.

Actor Gautami Tadimalla quits BJP after 25 years

Actor Gautami Tadimalla quits BJP after 25 years

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

She said she has decided to resign from the party with a "heavy heart and disillusionment" and tagged BJP national president J P Nadda and the saffron party's TN chief K Annamalai among others in her social media post.

Juvenile Justice Bill passed in Rajya Sabha amid Oppn ruckus

Juvenile Justice Bill passed in Rajya Sabha amid Oppn ruckus

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

The Upper House, which has seen continuous protests by the Opposition since the Monsoon session started on July 19 to press for discussions on Peagasus and farm laws, was adjourned thrice before the Chair finally adjourned it for the day.

Cong supports 'historic' nationwide caste census: Rahul

Cong supports 'historic' nationwide caste census: Rahul

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Gandhi expressed confidence that a vast majority of the INDIA parties will support and push for a caste census.

2024 battle royal: 'Modi Ki Guarantee' vs Cong's Nyay guarantees

2024 battle royal: 'Modi Ki Guarantee' vs Cong's Nyay guarantees

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Here are the 10 key issues likely to be the centre of discussion in the seven-phase general elections that begin on April 19.

You want administration to be paralysed: HC to Kejriwal over textbook crisis

You want administration to be paralysed: HC to Kejriwal over textbook crisis

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

The court said the Delhi government was "interested in appropriation of power".

Think Before You Make A Complaint!

Think Before You Make A Complaint!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

National Commission concluded that false and baseless allegations had been made in the complaint to claim a highly exaggerated and atrocious amount of compensation.

Swati Maliwal 'assault': FIR registered against Kejriwal's aide

Swati Maliwal 'assault': FIR registered against Kejriwal's aide

Rediff.com17 May 2024

The BJP attacked Kejriwal after he refused to comment on the Maliwal "assault" matter during a press conference in Lucknow. He was flanked by Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav and AAP Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Singh.

Revolt in Karnataka BJP as ex-deputy CM Eshwarappa to contest as independent

Revolt in Karnataka BJP as ex-deputy CM Eshwarappa to contest as independent

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

However, he claimed that this was a fight to save the party and its ideology and to make Narendra Modi Prime Minister once again.

Protect our CPEC workers from terror attacks, China tells Pak

Protect our CPEC workers from terror attacks, China tells Pak

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Pakistan's deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, who is in China on a four-day visit, and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi co-chaired the fifth round of the foreign minister-level China-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue.