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Supreme Court bench split over Yakub Memon's plea, refers it to CJI

Supreme Court bench split over Yakub Memon's plea, refers it to CJI

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

The Supreme Court has referred to a larger bench the plea of Yakub Abdul Razak Memon seeking a stay of his scheduled execution on July 30 in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case.

Top AIADMK leader switches to Panneerselvam's camp

Top AIADMK leader switches to Panneerselvam's camp

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

"To protect AIADMK, everybody should join hands with OPS (Panneerselvam)," Madusudanan said, adding that he did not want the party to get into the hands of a single family.

Terrorists using online social networks, says government

Terrorists using online social networks, says government

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

Asked whether online social networking has become a a big tool for criminals and terrorists, Minister of state for Home Affairs Mullappally Ramachandran said, "Yes sir, The criminals and terrorists are using online social networking. The Delhi police, however, is continuously upgrading its technological strength by inducting latest components/gadget to counter this challenge."

Consider ban on drinking before 5 pm: Kerala HC to govt

Consider ban on drinking before 5 pm: Kerala HC to govt

Rediff.com21 Aug 2012

Observing that it was not desirable to encourage consumption of liquor, the Kerala high court on Tuesday asked the government to consider prohibiting its consumption before 5 pm and inform the court about its views before September 10.

Is the AIADMK heading for yet another split?

Is the AIADMK heading for yet another split?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

The fracas between Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami and his deputy O Panneerselvam on Monday over who will be projected as the CM candidate in next year's assembly polls not only points to a possibility of another vertical split in Tamil Nadu's ruling party but will also come as sweet music for the opposition DMK which in the past stood to gain from the AIADMK's squabbles, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Afzal Guru's mercy petition under consideration: Govt

Afzal Guru's mercy petition under consideration: Govt

Rediff.com30 Nov 2011

The government on Wednesday said mercy petitions of 20 death row convicts, including Afzal Guru, are under various stages of consideration and that the Constitution does not specify any time limit within which a decision should be taken.

'Rahul sees himself more as Cong's management consultant'

'Rahul sees himself more as Cong's management consultant'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

'In any ministry headed by Rahul, we will see a lot of talk of accountability, meritocracy and efficiency. But all these things will impact Indian politics in a positive way if they are a means to an end, and do not become an end in themselves as it has with the revamp of the IYC and the NSUI,' Aarthi Ramachandran tells Sheela Bhatt

Good news for fliers to Saudi Arabia as seat quota hiked by 78%

Good news for fliers to Saudi Arabia as seat quota hiked by 78%

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Among the Indian carriers, Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, and SpiceJet operate flights to Saudi Arabia while Saudi Arabian Airlines and Flynas are the two carriers operating in India.

Thalapathy, Kalaignar, Thalaivar... name of the TN game

Thalapathy, Kalaignar, Thalaivar... name of the TN game

Rediff.com2 Sep 2018

Stalin gets a new title...

SC verdict on death of Dec 16 gang rape convicts tomorrow

SC verdict on death of Dec 16 gang rape convicts tomorrow

Rediff.com4 May 2017

The apex court had on March 27 reserved its verdict on the appeals of the four convicts.

Are you looking forward to Rajnikanth's biography?

Are you looking forward to Rajnikanth's biography?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2012

The book will be released on 12-12-12, the day the Tamil Superstar turns 63.

Rahul's hand behind changes in Congress set-up

Rahul's hand behind changes in Congress set-up

Rediff.com1 May 2017

Over the past week, Rahul Gandhi has replaced office-bearers in charge of party units in Gujarat and Karnataka and Goa, and brought in young leaders as secretaries. These changes are unlikely to be a one-time exercise and poll-bound states would get the primary attention.

BJP candidates keep out Modi, swear by Amma in TN

BJP candidates keep out Modi, swear by Amma in TN

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

It does not stop here, though. According to field information, state ministers, AIADMK candidates and campaigners are asking BJP cadres accompanying them not to carry party flags at common rallies and also avoid their saffron shawl on those occasions. BJP cadres are also asked to stay out of the common campaign when it enters a minority-dominated areas, especially of Muslims, and re-join later, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Comeback queen' Jaya reigns supreme after acquittal

'Comeback queen' Jaya reigns supreme after acquittal

Rediff.com11 May 2015

The acquittal allows her to plan a new political path and also prepare her party for the assembly elections scheduled next year.

Chinese troops violated border 500 times in two years

Chinese troops violated border 500 times in two years

Rediff.com16 May 2012

Minister of State for Home Mullappally Ramachandran said there were 228 cases of transgression of the Indo-China border by the People's Liberation Army in 2010, 213 cases in 2011, and 64 cases till April 2012

It's an early Diwali for Jaya's supporters

It's an early Diwali for Jaya's supporters

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

Special prayers were held by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam faithful on Friday seeking release of Jayalalithaa who was sentenced to four years in jail and slapped with a fine of Rs 100 crore by a Bangalore special court in the Rs 66.65 crore disproportionate assets case on September 27.

'Only school level questions are tested at GMAT'

'Only school level questions are tested at GMAT'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

In an online chat with readers on January 9, 2012, Vimal Gopinathan and Naveenan Ramachandran, experts from 4GMAT addressed reader queries related to the GMAT examination.

Jayalalithaa gets Parliament on her 66th birthday

Jayalalithaa gets Parliament on her 66th birthday

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief J Jayalalithaa, who is eyeing a larger role for herself in the national politics after Lok Sabha polls, was on Monday presented a cake resembling Parliament by her party colleagues on her 66th birthday.

'GMAT scores are very useful for getting scholarships'

'GMAT scores are very useful for getting scholarships'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

In an online chat with readers on December 19, Naveenan Ramachandran, expert from 4GMAT addressed reader queries related to cracking the GMAT exam and more. For those who missed the live chat, here's the unedited transcript

Legendary music director M S Viswanathan passes away

Legendary music director M S Viswanathan passes away

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

The legendary music director passed away at a private hospital after suffering from geriatric problem.

New norms in place to protect Jarawa tribe: Govt

New norms in place to protect Jarawa tribe: Govt

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

Replying to a question in Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Home Affairs Mullappally Ramachandran said that an officer has been designated as Nodal officer in-charge to monitor all activities on a day-to-day basis on the Andaman Trunk Road passing through the Jarawa Reserve.

India elects new officials in bid to overturn Olympic ban

India elects new officials in bid to overturn Olympic ban

Rediff.com9 Feb 2014

The decks were cleared for India's return to the Olympic fold after a 14-month suspension with Indian Olympic Association conducting its polls with N Ramachandran being elected as the president.

'IIFT exam tends to be tougher than CAT'

'IIFT exam tends to be tougher than CAT'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2011

In an online chat with readers on November 21, expert Naveenan Ramachandran of 2IIM addressed reader queries related to cracking the IIFT exam. The exam is scheduled on November 27, 2011, Sunday. For those who missed the live chat, here's the unedited transcript.

Mumbai terror attack: Kasab pleads for life in SC

Mumbai terror attack: Kasab pleads for life in SC

Rediff.com14 Feb 2012

The sole convict in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case, Mohammad Ajmal Amir Kasab, on Tuesday pleaded with the Supreme Court to commute his death sentence to life imprisonment.

Tamil actor Manjula passes away

Tamil actor Manjula passes away

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

She was 59.

Is Rahul Gandhi ready for the big leap in politics?

Is Rahul Gandhi ready for the big leap in politics?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2011

Rahul Gandhi has signalled the willingness to make the transition from the Congress' political strategy consultant to its chief-decision maker. Aarthi Ramachandran analyses whether he has it in him to make the cut?

Jaya started living normal life: AIADMK

Jaya started living normal life: AIADMK

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

Ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday said party supremo and Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, hospitalised in Chennai for more than a month, has "progressed well" and "started living a normal life" as it exuded confidence that she will soon resume her public service.

'Which is the best book to prepare for GMAT?'

'Which is the best book to prepare for GMAT?'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2012

In an online chat with readers on February 8, Naveenan Ramachandran, expert from 4GMAT, Mumbai addressed queries related to preparing for the GMAT exam.

Govt gets requests to give Bharat Ratna for Sachin

Govt gets requests to give Bharat Ratna for Sachin

Rediff.com3 Aug 2011

The government on Wednesday said it has received requests from various quarters to confer the Bharat Ratna to Sachin Tendulkar, adding that a proposal to confer the country's highest civilian award to sportspersons was under consideration.

'Sasikala's arrival won't impact AIADMK'

'Sasikala's arrival won't impact AIADMK'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

'Our party cadre does not want her in the party.'

'Don't treat CAT preparation like a gym membership'

'Don't treat CAT preparation like a gym membership'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2011

In two online chats with readers on October 24 and 31, respectively, experts Naveenan Ramachandran, Rajesh Balasubramanian and KS Baskar from 2IIM addressed reader queries related to cracking CAT 2011 and more. For those who missed the live chats, here are the unedited transcript.

National Games: Prakash, Akanksha emerge best athletes

National Games: Prakash, Akanksha emerge best athletes

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

Kerala's swimming sensations Sajan Prakash and Maharashtra's Akanksha Vora were declared the best athletes.

Playing the doubles game with a new CEO

Playing the doubles game with a new CEO

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

In cases such as Infosys, a new CEO will have to play the game with not only the chairman, but also with the COO and the board of directors, and perhaps retired founders, each being a different game with different set of capabilities and attitudes.

Sonia pays homage to veteran leader Karunakaran

Sonia pays homage to veteran leader Karunakaran

Rediff.com24 Dec 2010

A steady stream of mourners led by Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Friday paid homage to veteran Congress leader K Karunakaran at his residence in Thiruvananthapuram where his mortal remains are kept.

On her way to jail, Sasikala makes pit stops at Jaya memorial, MGR house

On her way to jail, Sasikala makes pit stops at Jaya memorial, MGR house

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra chief V K Sasikala on Wednesday visited the memorial of J Jayalalithaa and the Ramapuram residence of party founder M G Ramachandran before leaving for Bengaluru to surrender before a court.

What is the right time to appear for the GMAT?

What is the right time to appear for the GMAT?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

In two online chats with readers on December 26, 2011 and January 2, 2012, experts Naveenan Ramachandran and Vimal Gopinathan from 4GMAT addressed reader queries related to cracking the GMAT exam and offered advise on how to prepare and score better.

Ministers from Kerala meet PM over Mullaperiyar dam row

Ministers from Kerala meet PM over Mullaperiyar dam row

Rediff.com29 Nov 2011

Stepping up their campaign on the Mullaperiyar issue, Union Ministers from Kerala on Monday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, seeking his intervention in ensuring the saftey of the 116-year-old dam. Union Ministers Vayalar Ravi, K V Thomas, K C Venugopal,Mullapally Ramachandran and E Ahamed met Dr Singh with a demand to rein in Tamil Nadu's insistence on increasing the water level in the reservoir for enhancing water supply to the state.

REWIND: India in photos over the last 48 hours

REWIND: India in photos over the last 48 hours

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Here's a recap of the big events that shaped the nation over the weekend.

Fee for extra spectrum, 3G roaming: Vodafone contests DoT

Fee for extra spectrum, 3G roaming: Vodafone contests DoT

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

Meanwhile, on the contentious issue of roaming pact among leading service providers to offer 3G mobile services, the company seems to have hardened its stand by stating that they are ready to return the 3G spectrum to the Government and will take back the money if the roaming pact is not allowed.

Afzal Guru case submitted to President

Afzal Guru case submitted to President

Rediff.com10 Aug 2011

Taking a step forward for a final view on the fate of Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru, the home ministry has submitted his case to the President's secretariat for a decision.