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Asian Games: Lovlina bags silver; Parveen signs off with bronze

Asian Games: Lovlina bags silver; Parveen signs off with bronze

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Parveen, the 2022 world championship bronze medallist, went down to Lin via a 5-0 unanimous verdict.

Nehru laid strong foundation for Constitution: Kharge in RS

Nehru laid strong foundation for Constitution: Kharge in RS

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge used poetry and humour to take swipes at the government on Monday, saying nothing will be accomplished by changing names, and went on to recall how first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru's 'inclusive' approach of involving opposition parties had led to the laying of a strong foundation for the Constitution.

Is he parmaatma? Kharge insists on PM's presence in RS

Is he parmaatma? Kharge insists on PM's presence in RS

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

The opposition parties had till now been calling for a debate under Rule 267, which entails voting, and a statement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

'Credit to India; Pakistan were a little bit timid'

'Credit to India; Pakistan were a little bit timid'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Team Director Mickey Arthur accepted that Pakistan's batters lacked aggression against India during their first defeat in three matches at the ICC World Cup.

'Nirav Modi' means...: Kharge defends Adhir's remark in RS

'Nirav Modi' means...: Kharge defends Adhir's remark in RS

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

Chowdhury, the leader of the Congress in Lok Sabha, was suspended on Thursday for allegedly attacking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and disturbing the ministers.

Govt favours Maratha quota, says Shinde after all-party meet

Govt favours Maratha quota, says Shinde after all-party meet

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Leaders at an all-party meeting on Maratha quota chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday passed a resolution asking activist Manoj Jarange to call off his indefinite fast.

Kerala court acquits man accused of rape, murder of 6-year-old girl

Kerala court acquits man accused of rape, murder of 6-year-old girl

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

The court said that in the instant case the investigating officer adopted a "lethargic attitude" throughout the investigation.

Ready to discuss LoP issue if Cong approaches: Speaker

Ready to discuss LoP issue if Cong approaches: Speaker

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

With Congress raising the pitch on the issue of Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Monday said she was ready to discuss the issue with the party if approached.

Blowing hot and cold, Sena claims LoP's post but open to talks

Blowing hot and cold, Sena claims LoP's post but open to talks

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Giving conflicting signals, Shiv Sena on Monday staked claim to the post of Leader of Opposition in the Maharashtra Assembly but appeared open to conciliatory talks with the Bharatiya Janata Party over participation in the government "whenever it comes forward".

Assefa stuns the world with record-breaking run!

Assefa stuns the world with record-breaking run!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

Assefa set a blistering early pace, gradually shaking off any competition to pulverise Kenyan Brigid Kosgei's record of two hours 14 minutes and four seconds set in 2019.

Is Rahul fit to be LoP?

Is Rahul fit to be LoP?

Rediff.com28 May 2014

'If the Congress is to challenge the NDA government, Rahul Gandhi will have to shed his indifference to Parliament, become more visible and vocal and, essentially, lead from the front,' says Rediff.com contributor Anita Katyal.

SC dismisses PIL seeking LoP status to Congress in Lok Sabha

SC dismisses PIL seeking LoP status to Congress in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

The Supreme Court today dismissed a PIL seeking that the Leader of Opposition status in Lok Sabha be granted to Congress party, saying it cannot decide political issues filed under the garb of Public Interest Litigation.

Hosts Pakistan won't shift Davis Cup venue vs India

Hosts Pakistan won't shift Davis Cup venue vs India

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

'They should come to Pakistan. It's not fair that they do not come to Pakistan. The Indian team is much better than us. We have a beautiful hotel just across the stadium. If Indians come it will send a good message that we are good neighbours.'

Prannoy knocked out of Taipei Open quarters

Prannoy knocked out of Taipei Open quarters

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

A weak return from Prannoy was disposed off quickly as Ka Long lead 17-8. Prannoy tried to up the pace only to falter at the net.

Swiss Open: Sindhu, Prannoy march into pre-quarters

Swiss Open: Sindhu, Prannoy march into pre-quarters

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

HS Prannoy and PV Sindhu marched into the pre-quarterfinals of the Swiss Open Super 300 badminton tournament in Basel.

Kapil backs selectors, says best team picked for WC

Kapil backs selectors, says best team picked for WC

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

There has been a debate on the team selection with some senior players such as Shikhar Dhawan, Ravichandran Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal missing the world cup bus. Kapil, however, backed the selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, for the picking the best Indian team for the World Cup.

When India Last Played Pakistan In An ODI

When India Last Played Pakistan In An ODI

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

The two teams last played each other in the 2019 World Cup.

World badminton C'ships: Prannoy, Sen move into second round; Srikanth exits

World badminton C'ships: Prannoy, Sen move into second round; Srikanth exits

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Prannoy reached the World Championships on previous two occassions.

World Cup: 'Any team would want a bowling attack like India'

World Cup: 'Any team would want a bowling attack like India'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood minced no words in admitting that any team in the world would want a rampaging bowling attack like India.

Cong chief Kharge to host maiden INDIA meet at RS office on Thursday

Cong chief Kharge to host maiden INDIA meet at RS office on Thursday

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

According to the sources, the meeting will be held at 10 am on Thursday in the chamber of Rajya Sabha LoP.

Bill on EC appointments may not be taken up in this session: Sources

Bill on EC appointments may not be taken up in this session: Sources

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Several opposition leaders on Sunday criticised the bill on the appointment and service conditions of the chief election commissioner and election commissioners at an all-party meeting as "anti-Constitution" and "anti-democratic", sources said.

Govt will be happy to have a recognised LoP in LS: Naidu

Govt will be happy to have a recognised LoP in LS: Naidu

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

Asserting that the issue of leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha was in the 'exclusive domain' of the Speaker, Parliamentary Affairs Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday said the government would be happy to have a recognised LoP in the House like in the Rajya Sabha.

TMC makes surprise entry at Cong-led Oppn meet; Kharge reacts

TMC makes surprise entry at Cong-led Oppn meet; Kharge reacts

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Prasun Banerjee and Jawhar Sircar represented TMC in the meeting, which discussed the Opposition strategy on Rahul Gandhi's disqualification from the Parliament.

Upset LS speaker skips proceedings; Oppn walks out of RS

Upset LS speaker skips proceedings; Oppn walks out of RS

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Parliament officials said Birla was upset at the behaviour of both the Opposition and Treasury benches during the passage of bills in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

India's Journey To World Cup Final

India's Journey To World Cup Final

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

This is India's fourth ODI World Cup final.

Guard your Karnataka MLAs against BJP's poaching, CPM warns Congress

Guard your Karnataka MLAs against BJP's poaching, CPM warns Congress

Rediff.com15 May 2023

The ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist on Monday took a veiled dig at the Congress by asking it to safeguard its newly elected Karnataka MLAs from being poached by the Bharatiya Janata Party as was allegedly done by the saffron party in Goa amidst the Bharat Jodo Yatra.

Australian Open: Prannoy, Rajawat to face off in semis; Sindhu out

Australian Open: Prannoy, Rajawat to face off in semis; Sindhu out

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

P V Sindhu has made early exits in as many as seven of the 12 BWF World Tour events this year.

UPA MPs to write to LS Speaker seeking quick call on LoP issue

UPA MPs to write to LS Speaker seeking quick call on LoP issue

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Upping the ante on the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition issue, Congress and its allies on Monday said they will write to Speaker Sumitra Mahajan seeking an immediate decision in the matter.

Oppn welcomes SC ruling on EC, says landmark verdict for free and fair polls

Oppn welcomes SC ruling on EC, says landmark verdict for free and fair polls

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said the verdict is a victory of democracy.

Badminton Worlds: Prannoy, Sen roar into 3rd Rd; Sindhu bows out

Badminton Worlds: Prannoy, Sen roar into 3rd Rd; Sindhu bows out

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Lakshya Sen sails into third round of World Championships

Decision on appointment of Karnataka CM in a day or two: Congress

Decision on appointment of Karnataka CM in a day or two: Congress

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Khera told reporters in Hyderabad that the views of the newly-elected MLAs have been elicited and the central leadership is seized of the matter.

The People Have Spoken!

The People Have Spoken!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Religion matters. Aspirational India is still poor. India admires strong leaders. India values decency. Shreekant Sambrani highlights the reasons why the BJP pulled off improbable victories in the Hindi heartland.

Modi govt talks a lot about democracy but...: Kharge

Modi govt talks a lot about democracy but...: Kharge

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Addressing a joint press conference of opposition leaders at the Constitution Club after a 'Tiranga March' from Parliament House to Vijay Chowk, he said the government's intention was to get the Budget Session washed out.

Day after Rahul's remarks cut, Dhankar expunges parts of Kharge's RS speech

Day after Rahul's remarks cut, Dhankar expunges parts of Kharge's RS speech

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The Congress on Thursday objected to Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar deleting some portions of Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge's speech from official records, saying he used no unparliamentary words and some of the expressions he employed were earlier used even by former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

Will come back, says LoP Fadnavis after Uddhav's jibe

Will come back, says LoP Fadnavis after Uddhav's jibe

Rediff.com1 Dec 2019

"I did say 'I will come back', but forgot to give you the time-table for it. But I can assure you one thing, you need to wait for some time."

Lakshya Sen trounced in Denmark Open quarter-finals

Lakshya Sen trounced in Denmark Open quarter-finals

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

Commonwealth Games champion Lakshya Sen suffered a straight-games defeat to Japan's Kodai Naraoka in the men's singles quarter-finals as the curtain came down on India's campaign in the Denmark Open Super 750 tournament, in Odense, on Friday night.

Rijiju assures appropriate action on SC ruling on appointing poll panel chiefs

Rijiju assures appropriate action on SC ruling on appointing poll panel chiefs

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

The government is examining the Supreme Court's verdict on the appointment of chief election commissioner (CEC) and election commissioners and it will take "appropriate action" on it, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday.

Dream come true! Harmanpreet after MI's massive win

Dream come true! Harmanpreet after MI's massive win

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Mumbai Indians' skipper Harmanpreet Kaur said it was a dream come true to begin the inaugural edition of the Women's Premier League with such a massive win.

'Clear mind' behind Buttler's golden run in IPL...

'Clear mind' behind Buttler's golden run in IPL...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Jos Buttler continued from where he left last season with a whirlwind half-century to hand Rajasthan Royals a rousing start in IPL 2023.

Suvendu prevented from visiting violence-hit Howrah, to move court

Suvendu prevented from visiting violence-hit Howrah, to move court

Rediff.com12 Jun 2022

High drama was witnessed at Tamluk in Purba Medinipur district on Sunday afternoon as West Bengal Leader of Opposition (LoP) Suvendu Adhikari was prevented by police from visiting violence-hit areas in Howrah.