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Mamata reaches out to protesting farmers, assures support

Mamata reaches out to protesting farmers, assures support

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

A five-member delegation of TMC MPs, comprising Derek O'Brien, Satabdi Roy, Prasun Banerjee, Pratima Mondal and Md Nadimul Haque, also met the farmers there to support their protest against the new farm laws.

'Thank god for the rains!' Delhi rejoices after showers

'Thank god for the rains!' Delhi rejoices after showers

Rediff.com21 May 2017

Delhi residents got respite from the blistering heat on Sunday as rainfall lashed the national capital, bringing down the temperature.

BJP changes strategy in MP, puts focus on lost seats

BJP changes strategy in MP, puts focus on lost seats

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

In its first list for the upcoming assembly polls in Madhya Pradesh, the ruling BJP has focused on seats it lost in 2018 and some of them even in 2013, and has reposed faith in 14 candidates, including three former ministers, who lost last time.

Dazzling India At CWG Opening

Dazzling India At CWG Opening

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

The Indian contingent showcased traditional flavour in their dapper blue kurta-pyjamas.

Kamal Nath, man of the match, in Madhya Pradesh

Kamal Nath, man of the match, in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

The 72-year-old master strategist ensured that the Congress's internal conflict ended and took on the Bharatiya Janata Party and Shivraj Singh Chouhan -- the state's longest ever serving chief minister.

Cong MPs from Punjab burn copies of farm bills

Cong MPs from Punjab burn copies of farm bills

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

The MPs criticised the Shiromani Akali Dal leadership for being in the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA even after these bills were proposed by the government.

Freebies, pre-poll guarantees galore as BJP, Congress woo MP voters

Freebies, pre-poll guarantees galore as BJP, Congress woo MP voters

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

A fierce competition among parties to offer freebies and guarantees, a scramble for tribal, OBC, women votes and a touch of Hindutva -- all have combined to make the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls a high-stakes battle with main rivals BJP and the Congress pulling out all the stops to gain power.

BJP's 6,500 public meetings fail to impact Delhi voters

BJP's 6,500 public meetings fail to impact Delhi voters

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

The BJP, whose campaign was focussed more on issues related to nationalism and Shaheen Bagh, failed to find support among voters.

Kisan sansad enters 2nd day, farmers discuss agri laws

Kisan sansad enters 2nd day, farmers discuss agri laws

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

A group of 200 farmers reached Jantar Mantar in central Delhi on Thursday to protest against the Centre's three contentious farm laws as the Monsoon session of Parliament was underway.

INDIA bloc's Bhopal rally cancelled; Shivraj cites 'public anger'

INDIA bloc's Bhopal rally cancelled; Shivraj cites 'public anger'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Madhya Pradesh Congress president Kamal Nath on Saturday said the proposed rally of the opposition bloc Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) in Bhopal in October has been cancelled, a move which Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan claimed was due to the 'public anger' over remarks made by Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leaders against Sanatan Dharma.

3 more protesting farmers die

3 more protesting farmers die

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

The deceased were identified as Shamsher Singh (around 45 years of age), a resident of Lidhra village in Punjab's Sangrur district, Jashandeep Singh (18), a resident of Chauke village in Punjab's Bathinda district, and Jagbir Singh (60), a resident of Jind in Haryana, the police said.

Rajya Sabha MP Amar Singh dies at 64

Rajya Sabha MP Amar Singh dies at 64

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

Amar Singh built an extensive network for the party, and was often spotted with celebrities, from the Bachchans to Anil Ambani to Subrata Roy.

Time for talks over, world will have to act now: PM on Pulwama attack

Time for talks over, world will have to act now: PM on Pulwama attack

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Modi said dithering to take action against terrorists and their supporters will be like encouraging terrorism.

Govt asking questions over foreign donations: Farmers

Govt asking questions over foreign donations: Farmers

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

'It is quite clear that the agitation against the farm laws is against the Centre and they will try to create all hurdles they can in that. They are using all tactics as their sole purpose is to defeat the agitation'

BJP spent Rs 6,300 cr on toppling govts: Kejriwal

BJP spent Rs 6,300 cr on toppling govts: Kejriwal

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

'They would not have had to impose GST on wheat, rice, buttermilk etc. if they had not toppled governments. People do not have to face inflation'

COVID-19 vaccination on all days in April: Govt

COVID-19 vaccination on all days in April: Govt

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

The Centre wrote to all states and union territories on Thursday and asked them to make necessary arrangements for this, the Union Health Ministry said.

Punjab Cong MLA dropped for Sonu Sood's sister joins BJP

Punjab Cong MLA dropped for Sonu Sood's sister joins BJP

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

"What are her qualifications? She is just Sonu Sood's sister," Harjot Kamal said.

Lok Sabha adjourns sine die

Lok Sabha adjourns sine die

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday said it was the most productive session since 1952.

How year's most extravagant wedding was made secure

How year's most extravagant wedding was made secure

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Three different invitations were sent out for the wedding and the receptions with top-run guests being sent a large red box that contained an intricate chest incorporating a mini silver temple featuring gold idols of various Hindu deities, including Lord Ganesh, Radha-Krishna, and Goddess Durga.

Cong holds nationwide protests over rising fuel prices

Cong holds nationwide protests over rising fuel prices

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

The Congress took out marches and observed bandh at several places on Saturday to protest against rising fuel prices.

As Congress's Rajasthan crisis continues to simmer, Pilot comes to Delhi

As Congress's Rajasthan crisis continues to simmer, Pilot comes to Delhi

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Senior Congress leader and former Rajasthan deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot arrived in the national capital on Tuesday amid a buzz of a likely meeting with the party high command that is grappling with the high political drama in the state.

India's Untold Nepal Stories

India's Untold Nepal Stories

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

In 2017, a retired R&AW officer conveyed that Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was keen to get monarchy restored in Nepal and suggested that I support these efforts.

'North-South Divide Is Very Worrying'

'North-South Divide Is Very Worrying'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

'Every Indian who is concerned about the unity, integrity and the map of India should be worried about this growing divide.'

Lakhs of farmers have expressed support for agri bills: Tomar

Lakhs of farmers have expressed support for agri bills: Tomar

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

"While there is a protest against reforms, lakhs of farmers are also gathering to express support for bills. Today, thousands of farmers gathered in Gwalior for it," said Tomar while addressing an ASSOCHAM session via video conferencing on Wednesday.

Congress picks Kamal Nath as MP unit chief, Scindia to lead poll campaign

Congress picks Kamal Nath as MP unit chief, Scindia to lead poll campaign

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

The decision is being seen as a balancing act in the faction-ridden party in the state.

Nushrratt-Sreenivas Ready For Chatrapathi

Nushrratt-Sreenivas Ready For Chatrapathi

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Saiyami's Monday mystery... Raashi is holding on...Kamal Haasan goes to South Africa...

Noted economist Dr Isher Judge Ahluwalia passes away

Noted economist Dr Isher Judge Ahluwalia passes away

Rediff.com26 Sep 2020

Ahluwalia was married to former deputy chairperson of Planning Commission Montek Singh Ahluwalia and is survived by her husband and two sons.

We respect mandate of Delhi people: Manoj Tiwari

We respect mandate of Delhi people: Manoj Tiwari

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

BJP chief JP Nadda said that the party accepts mandate and will act as constructive opposition

Glimpses From An Important Day in History

Glimpses From An Important Day in History

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

The first President born after Independence takes office.

Seeing no headway in talks with govt: Farmer Unions

Seeing no headway in talks with govt: Farmer Unions

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

'The government has adopted the policy of talking big in front of the media but in reality, nothing much has changed'

Vyapam case: Five get 7-year jail in 2013 cop recruitment test scam

Vyapam case: Five get 7-year jail in 2013 cop recruitment test scam

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 each, public prosecutor Manuji Upadhyay said in a statement, adding that 32 witnesses were examined along with 220 documents and items.

Vij was to be sworn-in, but he didn't come: Khattar

Vij was to be sworn-in, but he didn't come: Khattar

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

BJP leader Anil Vij on Tuesday skipped Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini's swearing-in ceremony where, according to the outgoing CM M L Khattar, he would also have been inducted in the cabinet.

Maruti Suzuki has a blueprint to regain market share in SUVs

Maruti Suzuki has a blueprint to regain market share in SUVs

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Maruti's strategy for the SUV segment is to arrest the decline in customers for entry level hatchbacks.

MP polls: Protests erupt over Cong's 2nd list of candidates

MP polls: Protests erupt over Cong's 2nd list of candidates

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

After the Congress announced its second list of 88 candidates for the next month's Madhya Pradesh assembly polls, protests erupted at several places in the state on Friday through which party workers expressed disappointment over the names of some nominees and denial of tickets to others.

Disruptions continue in Parl over Rahul remark, Adani

Disruptions continue in Parl over Rahul remark, Adani

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Parliament's Budget session has been a washout since the beginning of its second part on March 13, with the BJP demanding an apology from Gandhi.

Thick haze engulfs Delhi, air quality remains 'severe'

Thick haze engulfs Delhi, air quality remains 'severe'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

The overall air quality index was recorded at 426 which falls in the 'severe' category, according to data by the Central Pollution Control Board.

Downgraded from SPG cover, Sonia gets 10-year-old SUV

Downgraded from SPG cover, Sonia gets 10-year-old SUV

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Under SPG protection, Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi were using Range Rovers.

Delhi runs out Covaxin stock for 18-44 age group

Delhi runs out Covaxin stock for 18-44 age group

Rediff.com12 May 2021

Delhi currently has four days of Covaxin and three days of Covishield stock for those above 45, and healthcare and frontline workers.

5 lakh Afghans may leave due to political uncertainty in next 4 months: UNHCR

5 lakh Afghans may leave due to political uncertainty in next 4 months: UNHCR

Rediff.com29 Aug 2021

Due to political uncertainty following the collapse of the former government to the Taliban, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) on Saturday estimated that 500,000 Afghans will leave the country in the next four months.

Who is Mohan Yadav, BJP's surprise pick for Madhya Pradesh CM

Who is Mohan Yadav, BJP's surprise pick for Madhya Pradesh CM

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Chief Minister-designate Mohan Yadav, an OBC leader and three-time Bharatiya Janata Party MLA, started his political career when he was a student and rose to become higher education minister of Madhya Pradesh where he announced to make Hindu epic Ramcharitmanas as an optional subject in colleges in 2021.