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3 police stations turned away Cuttack gang rape survivor, allege BJD, Cong

3 police stations turned away Cuttack gang rape survivor, allege BJD, Cong

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

In separate petitions submitted to the Odisha police, both parties alleged that the victim approached multiple police stations -- Puri Ghat, Sadar, and Barang --before her FIR was accepted by the Badambadi police station.

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

36 killed as overcrowded bus falls into gorge in Almora

36 killed as overcrowded bus falls into gorge in Almora

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

A packed beyond capacity bus carrying passengers returning to work after Diwali fell into a deep gorge in Uttarakhand's Almora district on Monday, killing at least 36 of the over 60 people on board.

No greater feeling than serving those in need: CJI Chandrachud

No greater feeling than serving those in need: CJI Chandrachud

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

In his address, CJI Chandrachud recounted his journey, from sitting in the last row of the court as a young law student to his time on the revered corridors of the top court.

Delhi records highest single day rainfall in July since 1982: IMD

Delhi records highest single day rainfall in July since 1982: IMD

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

The Met Office has issued a yellow alert, warning of moderate rain which could cause more problems to the residents of Delhi.

Badlapur school sexual assault accused opens fire at police, shot dead

Badlapur school sexual assault accused opens fire at police, shot dead

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

An official said Akshay Shinde, who worked as a cleaner at the school, was being taken to Badlapur from Taloja jail for investigation.

Cong seeks probe into complaints of EVM 'discrepancies'

Cong seeks probe into complaints of EVM 'discrepancies'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The Congress on Wednesday demanded a thorough probe into 'discrepancies' found in some Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) during the counting of votes of the Haryana assembly polls and demanded that such EVMs should be sealed and secured pending the inquiry.

Where Would India Be Without Dr Singh?

Where Would India Be Without Dr Singh?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

What stood out in his 15-year journey as a member of the political executive at the Centre was his glowing record as India's most successful and effective finance minister. Both as prime minister and finance minister, he understood the importance of gradualism, except when the economy or the polity was in a crisis.

'Kamala Is Like A Daughter To Me'

'Kamala Is Like A Daughter To Me'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

'Kamala likes south Indian food.' 'She likes a special rasam which her husband also likes, she likes coconut rice, she likes puri aloo...'

Won't do anything that...: Maldives President in India

Won't do anything that...: Maldives President in India

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The ties between India and the Maldives came under severe strain since Muizzu, known for his pro-China leanings, took charge of the top office in November.

1971 War: How Mukti Joddhas Saved An IAF Pilot

1971 War: How Mukti Joddhas Saved An IAF Pilot

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Squadron Leader Kanwal Deep Mehra's daredevilry during the 1971 War brought down a Pakistani F-86 Sabre. But he had to bail out of his plane, was badly injured. Then a fierce band of armed guerillas evacuated him to safety at great risk to their lives.

What assurance did Jaishankar give to Maldives

What assurance did Jaishankar give to Maldives

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday concluded a crucial visit to Male, assuring the country's top leadership that the Maldives remains an important partner of India in maintaining peace, stability and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region.

Pannun plot: Former official wanted by US was held in Delhi

Pannun plot: Former official wanted by US was held in Delhi

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Vikas Yadav, a former Indian government official charged by the United States authorities for his alleged role in a foiled plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on American soil, was arrested by Delhi Police in December last year in an unrelated extortion and kidnapping case, police sources said.

South Gujarat receives heavy rains; more showers likely in next 1 week

South Gujarat receives heavy rains; more showers likely in next 1 week

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

The weather office has issued a forecast of heavy to very heavy rains at isolated places in several districts of Gujarat over the next one week.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

BJP MLA Fights BJP Government On Corruption

BJP MLA Fights BJP Government On Corruption

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

'I gave enough evidence and proof to punish corrupt officials.' 'But my own government has not filed any FIR against such officials.'

The Woman Who Lost Everything

The Woman Who Lost Everything

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

When the landslide hit, Sruthi's house was washed away, along with its inhabitants. She lost her entire family and some relatives. All she had left for a close confidante was her fiance Jenson. Days after the landslide and the loss of her family, Jenson died in a road accident that also left Sruthi with serious injuries. News of the accident and Sruthi's backdrop as the lone surviving member of a family wiped out in the July landslide, was picked up by the media, and people rushed to help.

Intense heatwave sweeps eastern states, spreads to south India: IMD

Intense heatwave sweeps eastern states, spreads to south India: IMD

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Heatwave conditions have been prevailing in Odisha since April 15 and the Gangetic West Bengal since April 17, according to the MeT department.

Heatwave continues in northwest, central India; relief after 2 days

Heatwave continues in northwest, central India; relief after 2 days

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Temperatures in 17 locations breached 45 degrees Celsius on Monday, with the punishing heat affecting health and livelihoods.

Box Office: Jab Harry Met Sejal flops

Box Office: Jab Harry Met Sejal flops

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

Vinod Mirani gives us his weekly verdict.

Tamil Nadu rail mishap: Special train leaves with stranded passengers

Tamil Nadu rail mishap: Special train leaves with stranded passengers

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Passengers of the Darbhanga Bagmati express that met with an accident at Kavaraipettai near Chennai on Friday night have left for Dharbanga by a special train on Saturday, the southern railway said.

'My husband loves his office more than me'

'My husband loves his office more than me'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

An open and direct conversation is the only way to deal with a marital problem but choose the right time and place to address the issue, advises rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

Ratan Tata, The Rishi India Trusted Most

Ratan Tata, The Rishi India Trusted Most

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

To me he always symbolised the sincere, confident, face of a Bharat whose rise is unstoppable. Ratan Tata was a Rishi who was unquestioningly trusted by people who never saw him and never met him, asserts Tarun Vijay, the former BJP MP.

Manipur remains tense, curfew continues in Imphal

Manipur remains tense, curfew continues in Imphal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The situation in Manipur remained tense but under control on Wednesday after students clashed with security forces during their march to Raj Bhavan in Imphal a day before, police said.

Police question ADAG officers who met Borge

Police question ADAG officers who met Borge

Rediff.com30 Apr 2009

The Railway police on Thursday recorded the statements of three officials of Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group who had reportedly met Bharat Borge, the Airworks technician, who was found dead on railway tracks on Tuesday.

Delhi duo waited for cop to come closer, then mowed him down

Delhi duo waited for cop to come closer, then mowed him down

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Dharmender revved the throttle and hit Sandeep's motorcycle from behind, dragging him for some distance before hitting a stationary car and crushing the constable between the two cars, stated the FIR which was accessed by PTI. The gruesome incident was caught on CCTV camera.

Mohammed Siraj meets Telangana CM

Mohammed Siraj meets Telangana CM

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

India seamer Mohammed Siraj meets CM Revanth Reddy after T20 WC triumph

Arunachal: Army truck falls into gorge, 3 soldiers dead

Arunachal: Army truck falls into gorge, 3 soldiers dead

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Three Army personnel died and several others were injured when their truck skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge in Arunachal Pradesh's Upper Subansiri district, police said on Wednesday.

KL Rahul meets LSG owner Goenka

KL Rahul meets LSG owner Goenka

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Last year, Rahul's animated conversation with Goenka, after a heavy defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad, went viral although lot of people later called it a "frank discussion between owner and skipper".

Heatwave grips parts of India; temperature touches 46 degrees C

Heatwave grips parts of India; temperature touches 46 degrees C

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Ten to 20 days of heatwave are expected against the normal of four to eight days in the entire April-June period.

Cong says infighting hurt in Haryana, but blames EVMs too

Cong says infighting hurt in Haryana, but blames EVMs too

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

The Congress top brass headed by party chief Mallikarjun Kharge held a review meeting on Thursday on the party's shock defeat in the Haryana assembly polls and discussed the possible reasons for the 'unexpected' results.

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Trump will absolutely back New Delhi on its position that Pakistan must do more to crack down on terrorists that threaten India.'

Congress students union occupies NTA hq, leaves after protest

Congress students union occupies NTA hq, leaves after protest

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

The Congress's student and youth wings took to the streets in the national capital on Thursday over alleged irregularities in the conduct of the NEET-UG and UGC-NET exams, with NSUI members forcefully entering the NTA headquarters and locking its office, and the IYC staging a huge protest at Jantar Mantar.

Vinesh quits Railways job amid rumours of new career

Vinesh quits Railways job amid rumours of new career

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

The 30-year-old wrestler had quit wrestling following her disqualification from the 50kg gold medal match in the Paris Olympics.

BJP Or Congress? Who Will Dalits Vote For?

BJP Or Congress? Who Will Dalits Vote For?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'No political party can antagonise Ambedkarite voters, particularly the neo-Buddhists.'

Atishi to be 3rd woman and youngest CM of Delhi

Atishi to be 3rd woman and youngest CM of Delhi

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Delhi is set to get its third woman chief minister, after Congress' Sheila Dikshit and Bharatiya Janata Party's Sushma Swaraj, as Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi has been chosen to succeed Arvind Kejriwal.

How Will Tribals Vote In Jharkhand?

How Will Tribals Vote In Jharkhand?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'I don't believe there is an international conspiracy to swamp tribals in India or in Jharkhand.'

All 7 NCP MLAs in Nagaland, office-bearers support Ajit Pawar

All 7 NCP MLAs in Nagaland, office-bearers support Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

As per an NCP statement, Patel assured Odio he would support him in his efforts to strengthen the 24-year-old party.

2024: Top 10 International Films

2024: Top 10 International Films

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite 2024 films that he watched at film festivals held in Berlin, Cannes, Toronto and India.

Delay in seat sharing makes smaller MVA allies uneasy

Delay in seat sharing makes smaller MVA allies uneasy

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The delay in finalising a seat allocation agreement among the Maha Vikas Aghadi allies for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections has ignited concerns among smaller constituents as the nomination process commenced on Tuesday.