News for 'MEMO'

Army has taken undue advantage of AFSPA: Nagaland min

Army has taken undue advantage of AFSPA: Nagaland min

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

'Due to the imposition of AFSPA, our people have for so long suffered untold miseries and discrimination at the hands of security forces'

Vishal Garg, who fired staff on Zoom call, returns as CEO of Better.com

Vishal Garg, who fired staff on Zoom call, returns as CEO of Better.com

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Vishal Garg, the Indian-origin CEO of US-based homeownership firm Better.com, who recently fired nearly 900 employees over a Zoom call and triggered widespread outrage, is returning to his position more than a month after "taking time off" from the job.

What Indian Music Should Airlines Play?

What Indian Music Should Airlines Play?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

So should airlines play the keening, trance-like Siddi folk music from the Kutch peninsula? The Sufiana Kalam of Kashmir? Carnatic music? Rabindra Sangeet? Bihu melodies? Classical music from the Hindustani gharanas? Ghazals? Bhajans? Bollywood hits?... asks Kanika Datta.

No priority in giving hearing to senior lawyers: SC

No priority in giving hearing to senior lawyers: SC

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

The Supreme Court Wednesday said the new system of mentioning cases for urgent hearing before apex court officials instead of its benches directly has been put in place to ensure that senior lawyers are not given "special priority" over their junior colleagues.

Mask-shy Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan rain on COVID-compliant opening parade

Mask-shy Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan rain on COVID-compliant opening parade

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Pakistan's two flagbearers also chose not to cover their faces, unlike the vast majority of other participants at the Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony on Friday.

Trump sacked FBI chief to end probe against Flynn: NYT

Trump sacked FBI chief to end probe against Flynn: NYT

Rediff.com17 May 2017

'He is a good guy. I hope you can let this go,' Trump had said, adding that Flynn had done nothing wrong.

Why PGA Tour has suspended 17 players

Why PGA Tour has suspended 17 players

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Players who join the LIV series that threatens to blow apart men's professional golf, are no longer eligible to participate in PGA Tour events

Trump's immigration plans could impact 3 lakh Indian-Americans

Trump's immigration plans could impact 3 lakh Indian-Americans

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

The Department of Homeland Security has issued two enforcement memos, which among other things, tightens deportation of illegal immigrants.

A long list I never want to hear again

A long list I never want to hear again

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

Kishore Singh draws up a list of terms he never wants to hear or read again.

Vicky, Kartik, Varun rock the no-shave look

Vicky, Kartik, Varun rock the no-shave look

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

With the entire country in lockdown, the 'No Shave November' memo seems to have come in early!

Cruise raid: Wankhede presents his version before NCB vigilance panel

Cruise raid: Wankhede presents his version before NCB vigilance panel

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

Wankhede presented his version and official documents related to the raid, which took place in October last year at the international cruise terminal in Mumbai, before NCB deputy director general for the northern region Gyaneshwar Singh.

Asthana's posting: Delhi HC pulls up petitioner for 'copy-paste' plea

Asthana's posting: Delhi HC pulls up petitioner for 'copy-paste' plea

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

The Delhi High Court Thursday termed as "copy-paste" a petition filed before it challenging the appointment of IPS officer Rakesh Asthana as Delhi Police Commissioner and warned the petitioner that such activity shall not be repeated in the future.

'Omicron is not the end of the pandemic'

'Omicron is not the end of the pandemic'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

'The pandemic ends only when 70 per cent of the world is vaccinated with two doses.'

Why did Sundar Pichai fire James Damore?

Why did Sundar Pichai fire James Damore?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

'Should views such as Damore's be ignored, stigmatised, or corrected, point by point?' asks Mihir S Sharma.

When Zardari almost sent 26/11 culprits to India

When Zardari almost sent 26/11 culprits to India

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari was so scared of a military coup after Osama bin Laden's death that he was ready to create a "new security team" favourable to Americans and promised the US to hand over Pakistan-based 26/11 perpetrators including those from its intelligence agency to India.

SC orders arbitration to resume over Future's merger with Reliance Retail

SC orders arbitration to resume over Future's merger with Reliance Retail

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday took note of the consent of US e-commerce major Amazon and Future group and ordered the resumption of arbitral proceedings before the SIAC tribunal over Future Retail's merger deal to the tune of Rs 24,500 crore with Reliance Retail Ltd.

In apparent 'slip of tongue', Imran says US sent 'threat letter'

In apparent 'slip of tongue', Imran says US sent 'threat letter'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

"The letter stated that the no-confidence motion was being tabled even before it was filed, which means the Opposition was in contact with them," Khan alleged in his address to the nation.

Aryan knew Arbaaz is possessing drugs: NCB lawyer tells HC

Aryan knew Arbaaz is possessing drugs: NCB lawyer tells HC

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

'Even if you are not in possession (of drugs) but you are part of the conspiracy, you are punishable under the same section of the law. Aryan Khan was aware that Arbaaz was in possession. Charas was for smoking and it was for the consumption of both, though it was with Arbaaz physically,' ASG Anil Singh told the HC.

AMU's Governance Structure Is Democratic, Not Divine

AMU's Governance Structure Is Democratic, Not Divine

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

These self-appointed well-wishers of AMU are basically for the control or police model of university governance. They have no faith whatsoever in the democratic functioning of the universities, observes Faizan Mustafa, former dean, Faculty of Law, and Registrar, Aligarh Muslim University.

Airlines start restoring pilots' pay cut as flights go full

Airlines start restoring pilots' pay cut as flights go full

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

Despite partial restoration of salaries, pilots across airlines remain dissatisfied, throwing challenges for managers.

ISL: NorthEast Utd, Jamshedpur in six-goal thriller

ISL: NorthEast Utd, Jamshedpur in six-goal thriller

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

NorthEast United FC and Jamshedpur FC played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in the Indian Super League, at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, in Guwahati, on Monday.

StanChart CEO plans to cut about 1,000 top staff

StanChart CEO plans to cut about 1,000 top staff

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

Disposals also likely, clients to be cut -CEO memo to staff

Ansals convicted of tampering with evidence in Uphaar fire case

Ansals convicted of tampering with evidence in Uphaar fire case

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

A Delhi court on Friday convicted real estate barons Sushil and Gopal Ansal for tampering with evidence in the 1997 case of Uphaar Cinema fire which claimed 59 lives.

#ThrowbackThursday: Bollywood's HOT summer pix

#ThrowbackThursday: Bollywood's HOT summer pix

Rediff.com30 May 2019

It's #ThrowbackThursday, and Bollywood has got the memo!

ISL: Jamshedpur edge Chennayin to stay in hunt for play-offs

ISL: Jamshedpur edge Chennayin to stay in hunt for play-offs

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Jamshedpur keeper TP Rehenesh was called into action early on, forcing a fine save from Lallianzuala Chhangte.

Goldman Sachs Asset Management chief O'Neill to retire

Goldman Sachs Asset Management chief O'Neill to retire

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

World's first "rock star" economist, he coined the popular term "BRIC"

How 4 US lawyers paved the way to kill Osama bin Laden

How 4 US lawyers paved the way to kill Osama bin Laden

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

Four top lawyers secretly worked on resolving sensitive legal issues including sending forces on Pakistani soil without its consent.

Ijaz submits his BlackBerry and 'other evidences'

Ijaz submits his BlackBerry and 'other evidences'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2012

Controversial Pakistani-American businessman Mansoor Ijaz on Wednesday submitted his BlackBerry phone and "other evidences" to a Pakistan judicial commission probing the memo scandal that shook the country's powerful military as well as political establishments.

Pak panel rejects Haqqani's plea seeking Pasha as witness

Pak panel rejects Haqqani's plea seeking Pasha as witness

Rediff.com4 May 2012

A Pakistani judicial panel probing a mysterious memo sent to the United States has rejected Husain Haqqani's plea that ex-ISI chief Ahmed Shuja Pasha appear as a witness, amid claims by the former envoy that the commission has been "converted into a virtual prosecution" against him.

Pak Parliamentary committee issues summons to Mansoor Ijaz

Pak Parliamentary committee issues summons to Mansoor Ijaz

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

Hours after controversial Pakistani-American businessman Mansoor Ijaz failed to turn up before a judicial commission probing the memo scandal, a Pakistani parliamentary committee on Monday summoned him to appear before it on January 26.

Why BlackBerry will NOT help Pakistan in memogate

Why BlackBerry will NOT help Pakistan in memogate

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

RIM had informed the Pakistan government that under its privacy policy, BlackBerry data could be released only if a request was made by customers who were involved in the communications.

Warm clothes, family time for Disha Ravi in police custody

Warm clothes, family time for Disha Ravi in police custody

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

The court allowed Ravi to speak with her family members over phone for 15 minutes a day and meet with her lawyer for 30 minutes a day, while she is in police custody.

Memogate: Asma Jahangir quits as Haqqani's counsel

Memogate: Asma Jahangir quits as Haqqani's counsel

Rediff.com2 Jan 2012

Asma Jahangir has stepped down as former Pakistan envoy Husain Haqqani's lawyer in the Memogate scandal, expressing lack of confidence in the country's Supreme Court's judges and the judicial commission formed to probe the issue.

We will not allow any change through force: Zardari

We will not allow any change through force: Zardari

Rediff.com25 Dec 2011

Amidst differences between Pakistan's civilian government and military over a memo alleging an army plot to seize power, President Asif Ali Zardari has called on the people to not allow any change through "force and intimidation". The ballot should be respected as the instrument of change, said Zardari, who has been facing pressure from the military establishment since Pakistan-American businessman Mansoor Ijaz made public the alleged memo that sought United States's help.

Had information about coup from four countries: Ijaz

Had information about coup from four countries: Ijaz

Rediff.com2 Mar 2012

American businessman Mansoor Ijaz has said that he delivered a memo to the former United States military chief last year because the intelligence agencies of four countries had told him of the possibility of a military coup in Pakistan after the killing of Osama bin Laden last year.

Trump 'safe' to return to public life on Saturday: Doc

Trump 'safe' to return to public life on Saturday: Doc

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Since returning home, his physical exam has remained stable and devoid of any indications to suggest progression of illness, his doctor said.

Army, ISI attack Gilani: A coup in the making?

Army, ISI attack Gilani: A coup in the making?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

A confrontation between the army and the government came to a head in Pakistan on Wednesday with the powerful army chief warning the prime minister's critical remarks against him and the ISI chief over the memo scandal could have "very serious ramifications" for the country.

Memogate: Nobody sought my resignation, says Zardari

Memogate: Nobody sought my resignation, says Zardari

Rediff.com8 Jan 2012

Amidst continuing tensions between Pakistan's government and the powerful army over the memo scandal, President Asif Ali Zardari has said that no one had sought his resignation to defuse the political crisis, making light of suggestions that the military had offered him an "escape" route.

Take action as per law over R-Day violence: HC to Centre, police

Take action as per law over R-Day violence: HC to Centre, police

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

Harman Preet Singh had claimed in his petition, filed through advocates Ashima Mandla and Mandakini Singh, that Delhi Police on January 27 said that it has detained over 200 persons in connection with the violence in the national capital on January 26 and 22 FIRs have also been registered thus far.

'Memogate' a conspiracy against Pak army: Kayani

'Memogate' a conspiracy against Pak army: Kayani

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

Pakistan Army chief Gen Ashfaq Parvez Kayani has described the alleged secret memo sent to the United States military in May as a conspiracy against national security and called for a thorough probe into the matter, according to a media report on Thursday.