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After historic Moon landing, ISRO launches maiden solar mission Aditya- L1

After historic Moon landing, ISRO launches maiden solar mission Aditya- L1

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

The successful launch of the maiden solar mission of the Indian Space Research Organisation came on the heels of the historic lunar landing mission - Chandrayaan-3.

SC seeks Delhi police's reply on plea to book BJP MPs for hate speech

SC seeks Delhi police's reply on plea to book BJP MPs for hate speech

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

During the hearing, the bench observed prima facie the magistrate's stand that sanction was required for lodging FIRs against the two BJP leaders was not correct.

Modi to return home after over 50 engagements; hectic schedule awaits here too

Modi to return home after over 50 engagements; hectic schedule awaits here too

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Upon his return, the PM is slated to get a gala welcome from the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Williamson's high praise for GT teammate Gill

Williamson's high praise for GT teammate Gill

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Williamson said that it feels great to be in India and the squad is excited about the season.

Martyrs not like apostles: Row breaks out over Kerala bishop's remark

Martyrs not like apostles: Row breaks out over Kerala bishop's remark

Rediff.com22 May 2023

The Thalassery archdiocese of the Catholic church has condemned the "misinterpretation" of its archbishop's statement on political martyrs and said the church has a history of respecting the martyrs.

Focus on batters as India aim to seal ODI series vs West Indies

Focus on batters as India aim to seal ODI series vs West Indies

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

India will aim to take an unassailable lead in the three-match series when it faces a below-par West Indies in the second ODI, in Barbados, on Saturday.

Moderation in demand is where the shoe pinches for footwear majors

Moderation in demand is where the shoe pinches for footwear majors

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Notwithstanding lower growth rates recorded in the first quarter (Q1) of 2023-24 (FY24), which spanned from April to June, footwear stocks have seen some gains in the past two trading sessions. Bata India saw an increase of approximately 5 per cent, driven by positive expectations surrounding a potential tie-up in the sports/athleisure segment. This development is viewed favourably due to the segment's higher growth rates.

No separate norm for lawmakers on suspension of conviction, sentence: SC

No separate norm for lawmakers on suspension of conviction, sentence: SC

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The bench said that it has to be in exceptional circumstances when the conviction needs to be stayed and it cannot be a norm.

Armed forces can take action against officers for adultery, says SC

Armed forces can take action against officers for adultery, says SC

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that armed forces can take action against their officers for adulterous acts, as it clarified the landmark 2018 judgment that decriminalised adultery.

'Where's time for marriage': SC to techie couple seeking divorce

'Where's time for marriage': SC to techie couple seeking divorce

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

The Supreme Court has told a couple, who are software engineers seeking divorce, why don't they give a second chance to the marriage as both of them were not able to devote time to their union.

IPL 2023: Gujarat Titan have all bases covered to defend their title

IPL 2023: Gujarat Titan have all bases covered to defend their title

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Pandya's stature has grown with his ascendency to India's permanent captaincy job in T20Is, while Shubman Gill has established himself

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

At the Leo fete, Vijay had this also to tell his fans: 'I know you all are in my heart. But today, I also know that I am also in the hearts of all of you...' A typical politician's line, did you say, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

After rare blip vs MI can Gujarat Titans seal play-off berth?

After rare blip vs MI can Gujarat Titans seal play-off berth?

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Gujarat Titans pride themselves on consistency and will be expected to produce a solid show against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL match in Ahmedabad on Monday after a rare "flat" performance against Mumbai Indians.

PHOTOS: Miller magic seals Gujarat's win against CSK

PHOTOS: Miller magic seals Gujarat's win against CSK

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

David Miller blasted a quickfire 51-ball 94 as Gujarat Titans pulled off an incredible come-from-behind three-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2022 match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Sunday.

SC on remission to Bilkis convicts: Was gravity of crime considered?

SC on remission to Bilkis convicts: Was gravity of crime considered?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

The Centre and the Gujarat government on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that they may file a plea seeking a review of its March 27 order asking them to be ready with original files on the grant of remission to the convicts in the Bilkis Bano case.

Lok Sabha cancels disqualification of NCP's Mohammed Faizal

Lok Sabha cancels disqualification of NCP's Mohammed Faizal

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The Lok Sabha secretariat on Wednesday restored the membership of Nationalist Congress Party leader P P Mohammed Faizal, who was disqualified from the lower house in January following his conviction in a criminal case with a 10-year jail term.

Vested interests propagate Christians under attack in India: Kerala archbishop

Vested interests propagate Christians under attack in India: Kerala archbishop

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

There are communal organisations among all religious groups, but the ultimate goal of religions and such outfits is different, Geevarghese Mar Yulios, the metropolitan of the Kunnamkulam Diocese of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church, told reporters in Thrissur.

Arun Goel appointed EC 'in lightning speed', says SC; 'Hold your mouth' retorts AG

Arun Goel appointed EC 'in lightning speed', says SC; 'Hold your mouth' retorts AG

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The bench is hearing a batch of pleas seeking a collegium-like system for the appointment of ECs and the Chief Election Commissioner.

IPL: Can Rajasthan throw GT off their perch?

IPL: Can Rajasthan throw GT off their perch?

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The Royals can take solace from the fact that they emerged victorious earlier in the season against GT.

Wrong to say judge in EC selection panel will ensure transparency: Govt to SC

Wrong to say judge in EC selection panel will ensure transparency: Govt to SC

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Justice Rastogi asks Mehta if he thinks that in the absence of law, whatever appointments are being made in a process are appropriate.

Man held outside Buckingham Palace, cops say 'no terror angle'

Man held outside Buckingham Palace, cops say 'no terror angle'

Rediff.com3 May 2023

A man was arrested at the gates of Buckingham Palace in London on Tuesday evening as he threw suspected shotgun cartridges into the palace grounds, Scotland Yard said.

Markram falls short of ton as Windies fight back

Markram falls short of ton as Windies fight back

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

Aiden Markram handed South Africa a strong start, but fell just four short of his ton as West Indies fought back on the opening day of the second Test.

SC judge Justice Ravindra Bhat recuses from hearing activist Navlakha's plea

SC judge Justice Ravindra Bhat recuses from hearing activist Navlakha's plea

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

As the hearing started, Justice Bhat, who was on the bench with Chief Justice Uday Umesh Lalit, expressed his inability to be part of the hearing but did not elaborate on the reason.

Congress gets happy tidings from Kerala, with resounding win in Thrikkakara bypoll

Congress gets happy tidings from Kerala, with resounding win in Thrikkakara bypoll

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

A little over a year after it retained power in Kerala with a massive victory, the CPI-M-led Left Democratic Front suffered a huge setback on Friday in a bypoll held to Thrikkakara assembly constituency, with Congress candidate Uma Thomas winning with a historic margin of 25,016 votes, giving a boost to the morale of the party-led United Democratic Front in the southern state.

Great ally, says CJI Chandrachud, on Justice Rastogi's last working day

Great ally, says CJI Chandrachud, on Justice Rastogi's last working day

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Friday termed Justice Ajay Rastogi, who will be demitting office on June 17, a "great ally" who possessed judicial compassion and sensitivity for every cause.

Catholics Pay Homage To Late Pope

Catholics Pay Homage To Late Pope

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Catholics pay homage to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI at the Vatican.

SC's big order on hate speech: Book cases even without complaint

SC's big order on hate speech: Book cases even without complaint

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

The Supreme Court on Friday directed all states and union territories(UTs) to register cases against those making hate speeches even without any complaint, terming these speeches as a 'serious offence' capable of affecting the secular fabric of the country.

'Honestly, wouldn't appreciate the game to go this close from where we were'

'Honestly, wouldn't appreciate the game to go this close from where we were'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Following their thrilling six-wicket win over Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans skipper Hardik Pandya said his batters need to take more risks.

Modi embarks on historic US visit, says this before departure

Modi embarks on historic US visit, says this before departure

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Modi said this 'special invitation' from President Joseph Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for a state visit is a reflection of the vigour and vitality of the partnership between the democracies.

CSK Vs GT: Who Will Win IPL 2023 Opener?

CSK Vs GT: Who Will Win IPL 2023 Opener?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

The 2023 IPL season gets underway on Friday, March 31, 2023, with a blockbuster clash between the Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings.

SC collegium rejects judge's request to retain her at Madras HC

SC collegium rejects judge's request to retain her at Madras HC

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The Supreme Court collegium headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud has rejected a request made by Justice V M Velumani to retain her as a Madras high court judge.

IND vs WI Review: Yashasvi, Mukesh big positives for India

IND vs WI Review: Yashasvi, Mukesh big positives for India

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal presented a heady cocktail of patience and flair on debut but India's expected series win over West Indies will not serve as an accurate parameter.

'Bodies lay strewn in Jallianwala Bagh for weeks'

'Bodies lay strewn in Jallianwala Bagh for weeks'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

'A lot of what you see on screen, particularly the night of the massacre, is pretty close to what really happened as it is based on survivor stories.'

PICS: India set for series sweep; WI need 289 for victory

PICS: India set for series sweep; WI need 289 for victory

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

IMAGES from Day 4 of the second Test between India and West Indies at Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, on Sunday.

Madras HC bar members oppose BJP leader as judge

Madras HC bar members oppose BJP leader as judge

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

A section of the Madras high court Bar Association has opposed the Supreme Court collegium's recommendation to elevate advocate Lekshmana Chandra Victoria Gowri for judgeship at the Madras HC and demanded her recall.

Delhi Capitals' top order MUST step up!

Delhi Capitals' top order MUST step up!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

'None of our top order players really got going in both the games'

No one is taking action on hate speech despite our orders, says SC

No one is taking action on hate speech despite our orders, says SC

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

The Supreme Court on Thursday lamented that nobody was taking action against hate speeches despite its orders, and observed that the top court will be left "embarrassed again and again" if it is asked to give further directions to curb such statements.

Turning Points: RR Spinners Choke GT; Sanju-Hety Stand

Turning Points: RR Spinners Choke GT; Sanju-Hety Stand

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

The average score in T20Is at the Narendra Modi stadium is 163 and those quiet middle overs by RR spinners helped restrict GT to a par score of 177.

Activist Navlakha withdraws SC plea for transfer to Delhi

Activist Navlakha withdraws SC plea for transfer to Delhi

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Social activist Gautam Navlakha, accused of having links to Maoists and Pakistan's spy agency ISI, on Friday withdrew from the Supreme Court his application seeking to be shifted to Delhi from Mumbai under house arrest.

Brothers in battle as Hardik's GT meets Krunal's LSG

Brothers in battle as Hardik's GT meets Krunal's LSG

Rediff.com6 May 2023

It will be a test of wits between Pandya brothers Hardik and Krunal when defending champions Gujarat Titans clash with Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL match in Ahmedabad on Sunday.