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'We are eagerly awaiting Rahulji'

'We are eagerly awaiting Rahulji'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

'The entire electorate of Wayanad is joyful. Rahulji is with us and we are with him wherever he is.'

UK Parliament to seek report on murder of Indian student

UK Parliament to seek report on murder of Indian student

Rediff.com29 Dec 2011

Amid an outrage over the killing of Indian student Anuj Bidve, a top British parliamentary panel will seek a full report on the circumstances of the "unprovoked" attack in Manchester earlier this week.

Never said Ayodhya case may disturb harmony: Hindu parties

Never said Ayodhya case may disturb harmony: Hindu parties

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

They also termed as 'unwarranted' and 'unfortunate', the submission of Muslim parties that the archaeological report be trashed.

'There is not a major worry on the price front'

'There is not a major worry on the price front'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

'I believe that as we produce more, our cost will come down further. We will maintain our competitiveness.'

Why Caste Violence Is On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Why Caste Violence Is On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Tamil Nadu is the celebrated home of the 'social justice' movement in the country, yet caste differences and violence has only been increasing in numbers and becoming more brutal in recent years, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Rashford welcomes UK Govt U-turn on school meals campaign

Rashford welcomes UK Govt U-turn on school meals campaign

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

Rashford said he spoke to Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Saturday and was briefed about the government's plans to provide 170 million pounds ($220 million) of extra funding to the campaign.

Johnson wins historic UK election, vows Brexit by Jan 31

Johnson wins historic UK election, vows Brexit by Jan 31

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Voters gave Johnson the huge mandate so that he can get the UK out of the European Union by January -- no ifs, no buts.

2 terrorists behind attacks on migrant workers killed in Pulwama encounter

2 terrorists behind attacks on migrant workers killed in Pulwama encounter

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

Two Al-Badr terrorists, responsible for the recent attacks on migrant labourers in Kashmir, were killed in an overnight encounter with security forces in Pulwama district, the police said on Thursday.

Ex-Fijian PM Mahendra Chaudhry out on bail

Ex-Fijian PM Mahendra Chaudhry out on bail

Rediff.com4 Oct 2010

Former Fijian Prime Minister Mahendra Chaudhry, who was arrested on Friday for allegedly breaching the military government's emergency regulations, has been released from prison.

'Sonia Gandhi is a fantastic person'

'Sonia Gandhi is a fantastic person'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

'And because she was very close to Indira Gandhi, she was close to me.' 'Sonia is a wonderful person'

AAP men who disagree with party's rants against EVMs

AAP men who disagree with party's rants against EVMs

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

Mann said there was no use in finding fault with EVMs and the party should introspect on the reasons behind its defeat.

UK PM to push again in 4th bid for Dec 12 snap poll

UK PM to push again in 4th bid for Dec 12 snap poll

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Johnson has set his hopes for getting his snap poll bill through the Commons threshold. His latest attempt may just succeed after the Opposition Labour Party said it would back an early election in December.

'Karnataka does not survive on Centre's largesse'

'Karnataka does not survive on Centre's largesse'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

'Karnataka's finances are much healthier than the Union government's, which is indebted to nearly twice the extent of the state.'

Migrant labourer arrested for Kerala Dalit student's rape and murder

Migrant labourer arrested for Kerala Dalit student's rape and murder

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Refusing to produce the accused Ameerul Islam before media, Sandhya said police wanted to build a strong case against him.

Migrant worker from Bihar shot dead by terrorists in J-K

Migrant worker from Bihar shot dead by terrorists in J-K

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

A migrant worker from Bihar was shot dead by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district, the latest in a series of targeted killings, officials said on Friday.

UK to extend lockdown as COVID-19 deaths continue to rise

UK to extend lockdown as COVID-19 deaths continue to rise

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

The UK is likely to be for another three weeks, is inevitable.

PHOTOS: Over 80 killled in twin strikes in Norway

PHOTOS: Over 80 killled in twin strikes in Norway

Rediff.com23 Jul 2011

Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg is reportedly safe, government spokeswoman Camilla Ryste said.

PHOTOS: 17 dead in twin strikes in Norway

PHOTOS: 17 dead in twin strikes in Norway

Rediff.com23 Jul 2011

Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg is reportedly safe, government spokeswoman Camilla Ryste said.

Doc, cop among 4 J-K employees sacked for terror links

Doc, cop among 4 J-K employees sacked for terror links

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

In the last three years, the Union Territory administration has invoked 311 (2)(c) of the Constitution to sack more than 50 employees, who were allegedly operating in shadows within the government and drawing a salary from the public exchequer, however, they were helping Pakistani terror outfits, providing logistics to terrorists, propagating terrorists' ideology, raising terror finances and furthering secessionist agenda, officials said.

UK thanks India for Hawk deal

UK thanks India for Hawk deal

Rediff.com1 Oct 2003

Liz Truss beats Rishi Sunak in Tory leadership race to be new UK PM

Liz Truss beats Rishi Sunak in Tory leadership race to be new UK PM

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

The 47-year-old senior cabinet minister was widely expected to become the third female British Prime Minister after 170,000 online and postal votes cast by Tory members, ending Sunak's historic run as the first member of Parliament of Indian heritage to compete for the top job at 10 Downing Street.

Karnataka's Limited Scope To Dole Out Freebies

Karnataka's Limited Scope To Dole Out Freebies

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

The state's revenue receipts might not afford various freebies announced by the parties, unless revenue deficit and hence fiscal deficit is widened.

Blair pays for Iraq in local polls

Blair pays for Iraq in local polls

Rediff.com11 Jun 2004

Black ink, violence cannot suppress farmers' voices, says Tikait

Black ink, violence cannot suppress farmers' voices, says Tikait

Rediff.com31 May 2022

The "black ink and the deadly attack" cannot suppress the voices of farmers and labourers, Bharatiya Kisan Union leader Rakesh Tikait said after ink was thrown on him in Bengaluru.

Michael Foot, India's longtime friend, passes away

Michael Foot, India's longtime friend, passes away

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

Former Labour Party leader Michael Foot, a friend of India who supported Indian independence movement steadfastly, died in London late Wednesday. He was 96.

UK PM visits Hindu temple, vows to partner with Modi

UK PM visits Hindu temple, vows to partner with Modi

Rediff.com8 Dec 2019

In an indirect reference to Labour's perceived anti-India stance over the issue of Kashmir, he noted: "There can be no place for racism or anti-India sentiment of any kind in this country."

Biren Singh named Manipur chief minister for 2nd term

Biren Singh named Manipur chief minister for 2nd term

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

The BJP has returned to power in Manipur by winning 32 seats in the 60-member House in the recent assembly elections in the state.

'I am not even a speck of dust for Modi'

'I am not even a speck of dust for Modi'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

'I defended them -- Amit Shah and Narendra Modi -- in over 10,000 national debates, but I never asked for any favour.'

Will the Mad Monk pull a surprise?

Will the Mad Monk pull a surprise?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard faces a tough electoral battle from 'Mad Monk' Tony Abbott.

In Jhagadia tribal strongman Chhotubhai Vasava doesn't feel need to campaign

In Jhagadia tribal strongman Chhotubhai Vasava doesn't feel need to campaign

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

'I don't need to go out now. I don't have to buy votes. My workers are campaigning for me, visiting villages. I know people in every village and their issues,' says the 78-year-old leader.

Is Bhupesh Baghel In ED's Sights?

Is Bhupesh Baghel In ED's Sights?

Rediff.com10 May 2023

If the corruption issue doesn't claim Mr Baghel, the Congress's chances in the assembly election later this year are good, observes Aditi Phadnis.

Why India's gig workforce is still outside purview of basic benefits

Why India's gig workforce is still outside purview of basic benefits

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

If you have seen Zwigato, Param Kumar's story will sound familiar. Laid off from his job as a repairman at a Gurugram-based water purifier provider, he now delivers groceries and food for a mobile-based delivery app, in Delhi. Kumar, who started making deliveries last August, told Business Standard that he is working longer hours than his older salaried job as an RO repairman, and has no paid leaves or health insurance. Kumar is part of India's estimated 7.7 million-strong force of gig workers.

Fake videos of attacks on migrants came after my oppn unity call, says Stalin

Fake videos of attacks on migrants came after my oppn unity call, says Stalin

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

As various social media content of alleged attacks on migrant workers from Tamil Nadu have turned out to be fake, Chief Minister M K Stalin has alleged the "lies spread" regarding such assaults in the state was a fallout of his recent call for opposition unity to dislodge the ruling BJP at the Centre next year.

In Karnataka Rahul offers unemployed graduates Rs 3000 dole

In Karnataka Rahul offers unemployed graduates Rs 3000 dole

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

He also announced unemployment allowance for the youth, as the party's fourth poll guarantee, on coming to power.

Ambulance drivers force man to carry son's body on bike for 90 km in Andhra

Ambulance drivers force man to carry son's body on bike for 90 km in Andhra

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

Not stopping at that, the ambulance drivers at the Ruia Hospital in Tirupati did not allow another ambulance sent by the man's relatives to carry the body.

David Cameron new British PM; Clegg his deputy

David Cameron new British PM; Clegg his deputy

Rediff.com12 May 2010

Conservative leader David Cameron took over as Britain's new Prime Minister on Tuesday after Queen Elizabeth II invited him to form the new government following the resignation of incumbent Gordon Brown.

The Crown Season 5 Review

The Crown Season 5 Review

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

The new season of The Crown is a bit of a dreary watch, observes Deepa Gehlot.

Australia imposes tough rules on cigarette firms

Australia imposes tough rules on cigarette firms

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

Australia has become the first country to initiate a new law proposing strict packaging rules for tobacco companies to sell their cigarette packs 'plain' without display of logo or imagery on the cover by January 1, 2012.

Offer sops to skilled immigrants: UK think-tank

Offer sops to skilled immigrants: UK think-tank

Rediff.com18 Aug 2009

The Institute of Public Policy Research, which has close ties with the ruling Labour party, said in a new report that Britain could lose out on sought-after skills offered by mobile immigrants if they re-migrate to other countries.