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'Police is not concerned about why you are agitating'

'Police is not concerned about why you are agitating'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

'Human trafficking from Bangladesh is a regular phenomenon and those people come here to work or in search of greener pastures. They are all over the country. We are giving them legal recognition and making them citizens so that they don't have to live in fear,' says R Nataraj, AIADMK MLA from Tamil Nadu.

'The perpetrators are cowards'

'The perpetrators are cowards'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

'Only when they are in a group or in mobs, then they attack.'

Munich shooting WC: Jitu, Prakash go through; Bindra finishes 15th

Munich shooting WC: Jitu, Prakash go through; Bindra finishes 15th

Rediff.com21 May 2016

India's pistol ace Jitu Rai displayed good form to sail through to the qualification round of the men's 50-metre pistol event on the opening day of the ISSF World Cup in Munich on Saturday.

Delhi is crumbling under its own weight

Delhi is crumbling under its own weight

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

While Delhi boasts of one of the best metro systems in the world and decent infrastructure, reckless construction, legalising unauthorised colonies, and the worsening water and air quality dent its image of being a robust cosmopolitan city.

'Ahmed Bhai's political intellect was very high'

'Ahmed Bhai's political intellect was very high'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

'There were any number of Congress leaders who disliked Sonia Gandhi, but they were very close to Ahmed Bhai and he would listen, and give a shoulder to cry upon.'

Siachen braveheart Lance Naik Hanamanthappa awarded Sena Medal

Siachen braveheart Lance Naik Hanamanthappa awarded Sena Medal

Rediff.com15 Jan 2017

A resident of village Betadur in Dharwad district of Karnataka, the Madras regiment soldier was pulled out alive from under 30 ft of ice-and-snow debris where he lay buried for six days on the unforgiving Siachen glacier.

The man who will replace Amit Shah in 6 months

The man who will replace Amit Shah in 6 months

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

J P Nadda is a man to watch in the BJP.

After dominating home season Kohli now eyeing overseas wins

After dominating home season Kohli now eyeing overseas wins

Rediff.com28 Mar 2017

"Few of the guys have told me that the kind of fast bowling bunch that we have now gives us a good chance to go outside India and put in good performances. I'm certainly very sure and positive about the fact that these guys can deliver away from home"

Cong CMs meet Rahul, urge him to continue as president

Cong CMs meet Rahul, urge him to continue as president

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

Gandhi reportedly told them that he has already conveyed his decision to the Congress Working Committee and would not relent.

Where the hell are Covid hospital beds in Delhi?

Where the hell are Covid hospital beds in Delhi?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Locals are overly concerned as horrifying tales emerge of patients running from pillar to post to secure hospital beds or even get themselves tested.

PHOTOS: Kapil Dev's wax figurine unveiled at Madam Tussauds

PHOTOS: Kapil Dev's wax figurine unveiled at Madam Tussauds

Rediff.com11 May 2017

Soon you will meet cricket legend Kapil Dev at Madam Tussaids in Delhi

Good opportunity for Sri Lanka to win series in India

Good opportunity for Sri Lanka to win series in India

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Sri Lanka produced a near flawless performance in Dharamsala and captain Thisara Perera is expecting an encore from his team in the second ODI to win a maiden series in India.

Will sleep peacefully tonight: Victim's parents

Will sleep peacefully tonight: Victim's parents

Rediff.com5 May 2017

"She would have turned 28 on May 10 if she had lived. Today's verdict is a gift for her," Singh said.

Transferred over false, unsubstantiated and frivolous charges: Verma

Transferred over false, unsubstantiated and frivolous charges: Verma

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

Breaking his silence, the ousted CBI chief said that he was transferred on the basis of allegations made by only one person, who was inimical to him.

SC asks if Kerala HC was justified in annulling Hadiya's marriage

SC asks if Kerala HC was justified in annulling Hadiya's marriage

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

The SC asked if a roving inquiry could be ordered into the 'issue of consent' between two adults who married at will.

Let's admit it, there's something unacceptable about homosexuality

Let's admit it, there's something unacceptable about homosexuality

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

'Homosexuality is the new 'abnormal',' proclaims Amulya Ganguli.

20% dip in currency in circulation in week ended Nov 18

20% dip in currency in circulation in week ended Nov 18

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

According to the Reserve Bank of India, the currency in circulation reduced by Rs 360,700 crore to Rs 1,426,900 crore during the week under review.

Already 'severe', Delhi's pollution to enter 'emergency' zone

Already 'severe', Delhi's pollution to enter 'emergency' zone

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

According to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research, the overall air quality of the national capital docked at 376 at 8:30 am on Tuesday.

Why SC rejected Nirmohi Akhara's claim

Why SC rejected Nirmohi Akhara's claim

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

The top court said there are serious infirmities in the oral accounts of Nirmohi witnesses that the disputed structure was not a mosque but the Janmabhoomi temple.

Rahul chooses Gehlot as Rajasthan CM, Pilot to be his deputy

Rahul chooses Gehlot as Rajasthan CM, Pilot to be his deputy

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

After Congress' observer to the state K C Venugopal made the announcement at a media briefing in New Delhi.

SC dismisses Nirbhaya convict's review plea

SC dismisses Nirbhaya convict's review plea

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

A 3-judge bench headed by Justice R Banumathi said there are no grounds to review the verdict

'Lawyers are victims, not policemen'

'Lawyers are victims, not policemen'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

'The most serious issue is that of shooting a lawyer in the chest. That news has been buried.'

Health emergency in Delhi; schools shut till Nov 5

Health emergency in Delhi; schools shut till Nov 5

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

A Central Pollution Control Board official said the AQI entered the "severe plus" or "emergency" category late on Thursday night, the first time since January this year.

BJP, Congress trade charges over lawyers representing Michel

BJP, Congress trade charges over lawyers representing Michel

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Besides Joseph, one of the lawyers defending Michel is a member of the Congress' youth wing while the father of another is a party member, Patra claimed at a press conference.

Round 3: How Sitharaman plans to revive economy

Round 3: How Sitharaman plans to revive economy

Rediff.com14 Sep 2019

In another round of economic booster, Sitharaman announced steps to help homebuyers and push exports.

Trinamool says 'BJP goons' damaged Vidyasagar bust; submits videos to EC

Trinamool says 'BJP goons' damaged Vidyasagar bust; submits videos to EC

Rediff.com15 May 2019

The party released two videos as 'proof' of BJP workers vandalising the statue.

Rio Olympics: Salman to be Goodwill Ambassador of Indian contingent

Rio Olympics: Salman to be Goodwill Ambassador of Indian contingent

Rediff.com23 Apr 2016

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has been named goodwill ambassador of the Indian contingent for the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro - an unprecedented appointment in the run-up to the quadrennial extravaganza. The announcement was made in the presence of Olympic medallists and Rio star athletes such as boxer M C Mary Kom, hockey captain Sardar Singh, and shooter Apurvi Chandela, among others. Speaking on this new association with IOA Salman said, "I am honoured that Indian Olympic Association has chosen me as the goodwill ambassador for the Indian contingent for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Fight polls on your fake promises: 'Delhi girl' Priyanka challenges PM

Fight polls on your fake promises: 'Delhi girl' Priyanka challenges PM

Rediff.com8 May 2019

'Being a Delhi girl, I challenge you to fight the last two phases on the issues of demonetisation, GST, women security and the false promises you made to the people of the country'

Accompanied by top NDA leaders, Modi files nomination from Varanasi

Accompanied by top NDA leaders, Modi files nomination from Varanasi

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

Almost all prominent leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party, as well as members of the National Democratic Alliance and North-East Democratic Alliance accompanied Modi.

2019: The year in photos

2019: The year in photos

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

We sorted through countless photographs taken around the world to come up with the top photos of 2019. Together these images tell the story of the year -- capturing moments of hope and heartbreak, triumph and tragedy.

CBI questioned Chidambaram for four hours

CBI questioned Chidambaram for four hours

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

After questioning him for four hours in the morning, Chidambaram was taken to a special court in Delhi which sent him to CBI custody till Monday.

Never met Peter or Indrani Mukerjea, says Karti

Never met Peter or Indrani Mukerjea, says Karti

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

On the arrest of P Chidambaram, Karti said, "This is like a staged reality show to have all these dramatic visuals on television. There is no reason for this kind of drama... It's not done in an honest investigation.

Here's why you can't miss the R-Day parade

Here's why you can't miss the R-Day parade

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Glimpses of the colourful parade we will see on Rajpath in New Delhi on Thursday.

India's COVID-19 toll tops 5,000 as govt announces lockdown exit plan

India's COVID-19 toll tops 5,000 as govt announces lockdown exit plan

Rediff.com30 May 2020

A PTI tally of figures announced by different states and union territories, as of 9.25 pm, showed a higher number of 1,76,792 confirmed cases and at least 5,100 deaths. It also showed nearly 86,000 recoveries and close to 85,700 active cases.

Mahatma's soul would be pained: Sonia's swipe at govt

Mahatma's soul would be pained: Sonia's swipe at govt

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

Sonia claimed that the Congress was the only one party that followed the path shown by him and carried on his legacy.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

Here's a recap of the events from the past 24 hours.

Why CBI does a good job when there is no political overtone, asks CJI

Why CBI does a good job when there is no political overtone, asks CJI

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

"Why is it that whenever there are no political overtones to a case, the CBI does a good job?" he said.

In Delhi, Trudeaus hit a six!

In Delhi, Trudeaus hit a six!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Agra, Ahmedabad, Mumbai and now Delhi. The Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who is on a week-long visit to India, has made his way to the country's capital and it was another day of sightseeing and fun.

'Have you been able to wipe off terrorism by not playing cricket with Pak'?

'Have you been able to wipe off terrorism by not playing cricket with Pak'?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

'I am not talking anti-India if I am asking for a cricket series with Pakistan'

IT dept officials grill Ringing Bells' management

IT dept officials grill Ringing Bells' management

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

Online booking started on February 18 but the site soon crashed.