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Swamy's plea seeking to set aside Air India divestment dismissed

Swamy's plea seeking to set aside Air India divestment dismissed

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The Delhi high court on Thursday dismissed BJP leader Subramanian Swamy's plea seeking to set aside the Air India divestment process on the allegation that the methodology adopted by the government in the valuation of the national carrier was "arbitrary, illegal and against public interest". The order was passed by a bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice Jyoti Singh. The court said a detailed order will be uploaded. "Dr. Subramanian Swamy, sir we are dismissing this matter...," the bench said.

Are you ready for Housefull 4?

Are you ready for Housefull 4?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

Housefull 4 spans across centuries and has different looks for each of its actors. Here's looking at some of them.

Demolition at Kangana's bungalow illegal, says HC; forms panel to assess damages

Demolition at Kangana's bungalow illegal, says HC; forms panel to assess damages

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

The court appointed an assessor to evaluate the damage caused so as to decide Ranaut's claim for compensation. The high court also came down heavily on Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut over his tirade against Ranaut.

Women cops to be posted at Sabarimala: DGP

Women cops to be posted at Sabarimala: DGP

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

The director general of police said everyone in the force should have to perform their duties irrespective of their religion and politics.

Vande Bharat gets back on track after myriad controversies, vigilance probe

Vande Bharat gets back on track after myriad controversies, vigilance probe

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

On August 15 last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced from the ramparts of the Red Fort that the Indian Railways would launch 75 Vande Bharat Express trains by August 2023. Later, in her 2022 Budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that 400 Vande Bharat trains will be manufactured in the next three years, which are expected to cost between Rs 40,000 crore and Rs 50,000 crore. Those upbeat announcements come after a series of cancelled tenders, vigilance actions against officials and interdepartmental rivalry that delayed the addition of these iconic trains developed entirely indigenously by the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai.

4 Assam journalists among 6 arrested for 'maligning' Himanta

4 Assam journalists among 6 arrested for 'maligning' Himanta

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

Taufiquddin Ahmad, the editor-in-chief of local news website Pratibimba Live, and its news editor Iqbal were arrested to investigate the "conspiracy", additional director general of police-law and order GP Singh said.

'BJP's Chanakyas mismanaged the Bengal exercise'

'BJP's Chanakyas mismanaged the Bengal exercise'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

'It's a classic conflict between the old and the new BJP. The new BJP is made up of turncoats and the old of veterans who slogged for decades when the BJP barely existed in West Bengal'

Why EVM is the real enemy for Muslim voters in Gujarat

Why EVM is the real enemy for Muslim voters in Gujarat

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

EVM -- described as the "devil" by one worried voter -- was the hot topic of discussion among the people

The BEST ACTRESSES of 2021

The BEST ACTRESSES of 2021

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Here are Sukanya Verma's favourite female performances of 2021.

'A fight for justice that has been dragging on for too long'

'A fight for justice that has been dragging on for too long'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

'Now, it feels like the darkness has descended again.'

TOURING Rajasthan Through Bollywood's Eyes

TOURING Rajasthan Through Bollywood's Eyes

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Rajasthan's royal architecture and striking landscapes are a hot favourite among tourists and film-makers. Its majestic beauty and history has coloured many a movies and their visuals to unforgettable effect.

Army rejects video showing India-China brawl

Army rejects video showing India-China brawl

Rediff.com31 May 2020

"The contents of video being circulated are not authenticated. Attempt to link it with the situation on the Northern borders is mala fide," the army said in a statement. It said differences between the two sides are being addressed through interaction between military commanders following established protocols on management of border between the two countries.

2 disqualified K'taka MLAs move SC against ouster from assembly

2 disqualified K'taka MLAs move SC against ouster from assembly

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

They have sought quashing of the July 25 order of disqualification by K R Ramesh Kumar, who resigned on Monday as speaker of the House.

FM seeks India Inc's help to develop rail infrastructure

FM seeks India Inc's help to develop rail infrastructure

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

Sitharaman said, public private partnership to be unleased to develop rail infrastructure.

2 women scribes arrested by Tripura police granted bail

2 women scribes arrested by Tripura police granted bail

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Samriddhi Sakunia and Swarna Jha, journalists with HW News Network, were produced before the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) of Gomati district Shubhra Nath, who granted them bail on bail bonds of Rs 7,500.

War of words between Sidhu, Punjab AG goes on

War of words between Sidhu, Punjab AG goes on

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

A day after Punjab Advocate General A P S Deol accused Navjot Singh Sidhu of spreading misinformation and obstructing him, the state Congress chief on Sunday hit back, alleging that the AG's 'earnest inaction' was subverting justice in the sacrilege and drug cases.

Mimi review

Mimi review

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

Kriti makes you smile and cry through her unexpected journey, notes Sukanya Verma.

Kangana tells court she has lost faith in it as it seems biased

Kangana tells court she has lost faith in it as it seems biased

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

The court has indirectly 'threatened' her of issuing a warrant on two occasions in a non-cognisable, compoundable and bailable offence, where as per law regular presence is not required, the lawyer claimed.

SC to hear Shiv Sena pleas on Aug 1, says may need larger bench

SC to hear Shiv Sena pleas on Aug 1, says may need larger bench

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said the petitions filed by the Shiv Sena and its rebel MLAs raise many constitutional questions which require consideration by a larger bench.

FM Sitharaman seeks Parliament nod for Rs 6.3-trillion extra spending

FM Sitharaman seeks Parliament nod for Rs 6.3-trillion extra spending

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Of the cash outgo, Rs 64,598 crore is for enhanced expenditure on fertiliser subsidy under Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan 3.0 and Rs 20,466 crore for the capital outlay in defence services.

'Intermeddlers' can't challenge govt appointments: Centre in Asthana case

'Intermeddlers' can't challenge govt appointments: Centre in Asthana case

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The Delhi high court on Wednesday sought the central government and Rakesh Asthana's stand on a public interest litigation challenging the appointment of the Gujarat-cadre IPS officer as Delhi police commissioner.

Election-Neutral Budget In High-Stakes Poll Season

Election-Neutral Budget In High-Stakes Poll Season

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

While no specific state-oriented sops were rolled out, a strong thread of political wellness ran through the Budget.

SC order on review of Rafale verdict on Wednesday

SC order on review of Rafale verdict on Wednesday

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

A bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi will pronounce the verdict.

'Pilots should concentrate only on flying'

'Pilots should concentrate only on flying'

Rediff.com25 May 2010

Vishwanath Mala was with Air India between 1961 and 1998. He flew the aircraft for 15 years and retired as a senior executive. He spoke with rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa regarding the ongoing investigation and what the role of a pilot ought to be.

Gorgeous Ash, geeky Akshay!

Gorgeous Ash, geeky Akshay!

Rediff.com26 Oct 2010

Here's a closer look at the players in the romantic comic caper Action Replayy.

2020 communal riots: Mamata withdraws cases against Op India, YouTuber

2020 communal riots: Mamata withdraws cases against Op India, YouTuber

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

The Supreme Court on Thursday appreciated the decision of the West Bengal Government to withdraw the cases against some persons, including editors of a news web portal, in connection with articles published by them and hoped that it would be followed by other states.

Memories And More This Diwali!

Memories And More This Diwali!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Zelda Pande recounts the specialness with which Diwali was celebrated in her home in Ranchi.

Gambhir should not have procured Covid drugs, HC told

Gambhir should not have procured Covid drugs, HC told

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The department also said there is nothing to suggest that the state authorities failed to address any shortage of COVID-19 drugs.

Is ED Bad Only When It Targets Gandhis?

Is ED Bad Only When It Targets Gandhis?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

If the fear of ED could drive the powerful people of today to be honest or at least be minimally corrupt, will it not be a great thing for our nation?, asks Sudhir Bisht.

Trinamool sweeps Kolkata civic polls, decimates Opposition

Trinamool sweeps Kolkata civic polls, decimates Opposition

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

Mamata Banerjee's party won 132 seats and was all set to pocket two more to post a hat-trick of wins, decimating a frail challenge from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party, the Left Front and the Congress, officials said.

Maneka accused of slapping, kicking forest staff

Maneka accused of slapping, kicking forest staff

Rediff.com12 May 2015

Union Minister Maneka Gandhi has been accused of slapping and kicking a forest staff in Mala forest range of Pilibhit Tiger Reserve while police on Tuesday said that they are looking into the complaint.

Mumbai BJP MLA challenges police order on fake posts

Mumbai BJP MLA challenges police order on fake posts

Rediff.com28 May 2020

The petition said the order was arbitrary and unreasonable and violative of fundamental rights of citizens.

A Sad Day For Rahul Mukerjea In Court

A Sad Day For Rahul Mukerjea In Court

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

Indrani laughed loudly. She looked like the cat that got the cream, smiling gaily. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel reports from the Sheena Bora murder trial.

Delhi BJP chief alleges Kejriwal defiled Hanuman idol

Delhi BJP chief alleges Kejriwal defiled Hanuman idol

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

Kejriwal alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party has been mocking him ever since he recited the 'Hanuman Chalisa' on a TV channel.

Sonu Sood habitual offender of illegal construction: BMC tells HC

Sonu Sood habitual offender of illegal construction: BMC tells HC

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Bollywood actor Sonu Sood is a 'habitual offender' who keeps carrying out unauthorised construction work in a residential building in suburban Juhu despite demolition action initiated on two occasions in the past, the Mumbai civic body stated in its affidavit filed in the Bombay high court on Tuesday.

'Almost every song seems inspired today'

'Almost every song seems inspired today'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'I cannot be confined to just one or two kinds of music.'

Nothing political about meeting with Kanhaiya: Nitish

Nothing political about meeting with Kanhaiya: Nitish

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday insisted that nothing much should be read into his recent meeting with an MP of the Lok Janshakti Party, which is headed by his bete noire Chirag Paswan, since members of Parliament and the state legislature call on him regularly over matters relating to their constituencies.

State force should never be used to browbeat political opinion, scribes: SC

State force should never be used to browbeat political opinion, scribes: SC

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

A bench comprising Justices SK Kaul and MM Sundresh made these observations while quashing the FIRs against editors of a news web portal and others, in connection with articles published in West Bengal.

Rafisaab's 5 MOST ROMANTIC SONGS

Rafisaab's 5 MOST ROMANTIC SONGS

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Subhash K Jha lists the inimitable Mohammad Rafi's five most enduring romantic songs.