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BJP's Sanjay Seth wins 8th RS seat in UP with help from SP's MLAs

BJP's Sanjay Seth wins 8th RS seat in UP with help from SP's MLAs

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak said on Tuesday night that all the eight candidates of the Bharatiya Janata Party have won in the Rajya Sabha elections from the state.

Modi is not autocratic, doesn't impose his decisions: Shah

Modi is not autocratic, doesn't impose his decisions: Shah

Rediff.com10 Oct 2021

Shah said that Modi has always maintained that he is in power to change the country for the better and not merely to run the government.

'Modiji, please don't try our patience'

'Modiji, please don't try our patience'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

'If we are terrorists and Pakistanis and Khalistanis, why did your home minister talk to our core committee leaders?'

Denied ticket for LS polls, Rajasthan BJP MP joins Congress

Denied ticket for LS polls, Rajasthan BJP MP joins Congress

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

After joining the Congress, Rahul Kaswan said he felt his "voice was not being heard" in the party.

PM doesn't understand importance of education: Sisodia

PM doesn't understand importance of education: Sisodia

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

In the letter which was posted on Twitter by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, his former deputy said, 'It is very dangerous for the country if the prime minister is less educated.'

Who's The Lady With Nirmalaji?

Who's The Lady With Nirmalaji?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

What some of our leaders were up to this weekend.

Opposition slams BJP for giving poll duty to Bidhuri

Opposition slams BJP for giving poll duty to Bidhuri

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Opposition leaders have slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party over its Lok Sabha member Ramesh Bidhuri, who is in the eye of a storm for his derogatory comments against Bahujan Samaj Party MP Danish Ali, being given poll responsibility by the party in Rajasthan's Tonk district.

Oppn hails electoral bonds ruling, takes swipe at BJP

Oppn hails electoral bonds ruling, takes swipe at BJP

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Leaders of several opposition parties on Thursday hailed the Supreme Court verdict striking down the electoral bonds scheme and termed it an important step in ensuring transparency in electoral funding.

VK Singh denies making remarks over 'Modi ki sena'

VK Singh denies making remarks over 'Modi ki sena'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

BBC India reported that the Bharatiya Janata Party leader had said in an interview to it that 'anybody who calls Indian Army Modi's army is a traitor'.

Nayab Saini takes oath as Haryana CM; PM, allies attend

Nayab Saini takes oath as Haryana CM; PM, allies attend

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Hours before the ceremony, Saini visited the Valmiki Bhawan and offered prayers at a gurdwara and the Mansa Devi temple in Panchkula.

JP Nadda's term as party chief extended as BJP eyes victory in 2024

JP Nadda's term as party chief extended as BJP eyes victory in 2024

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

The widely expected development underlines the party's preference for continuity as it gears up for the all-important Lok Sabha polls next year, expected in April-May.

Dom's Take: SOS, Modiji

Dom's Take: SOS, Modiji

Rediff.com3 May 2021

Now that he is free from election responsibilities, Dominic Xavier hopes the prime minister will fix the Oxygen Crisis URGENTLY!

Trump presents PM Modi with US honour 'Legion Of Merit'

Trump presents PM Modi with US honour 'Legion Of Merit'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

US President Trump "presented the Legion of Merit to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating the US-India strategic partnership," O'Brien said in a tweet.

Bibek Debroy: A 'towering scholar' & economist

Bibek Debroy: A 'towering scholar' & economist

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Debroy's economic interests and research work covered numerous areas such as economic theory, income inequality, and infrastructure financing.

Cong, BJP spar over Manmohan Singh's funeral site

Cong, BJP spar over Manmohan Singh's funeral site

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The Congress on Saturday accused the Centre of insulting Dr Manmohan Singh, the country's first Sikh prime minister, by carrying out his last rites at the Nigambodh Ghat instead of a designated spot that could later become his memorial.

'PM's words don't mean anything': Rahul takes dig at Modi over Naga accord

'PM's words don't mean anything': Rahul takes dig at Modi over Naga accord

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

Naga Accord is still nowhere to be found, sasy Rahul

What kind of PM is he?: Rahul attacks Modi at Jan Akrosh rally

What kind of PM is he?: Rahul attacks Modi at Jan Akrosh rally

Rediff.com29 Apr 2018

Rahul exuded confidence that his party will emerge victorious in Karnataka, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh assembly polls and defeat the BJP in the 2019 general polls.

Modiji: Privatise Banks Now!

Modiji: Privatise Banks Now!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

'Modi wants to reverse everything Nehru did, but is shy of touching his daughter's most unwise policies.' 'There is no example of this more stark than bank nationalisation,' says Shekhar Gupta.

PM Modi replaces Mahatma Gandhi in Khadi Commission calendar

PM Modi replaces Mahatma Gandhi in Khadi Commission calendar

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

Khadi commission workers demanded reprinting of the calendars with Gandhi's picture being featured on them.

Bharat ka Samvidhan is not...: Priyanka slams BJP in maiden LS speech

Bharat ka Samvidhan is not...: Priyanka slams BJP in maiden LS speech

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra launched a scathing attack on the BJP in her maiden Lok Sabha speech, accusing the government of trying to weaken the Constitution and prioritizing the interests of one individual over the people. She criticized the BJP's alleged attempts to change the Constitution, the growing monopoly of the Adani Group, atrocities on women, and the demand for a nationwide caste census. She also challenged the BJP to hold elections using ballot paper, saying it would expose the reality.

Need to fight against Centre's 'dictatorship': Kharge

Need to fight against Centre's 'dictatorship': Kharge

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government of being 'undemocratic', and said people will have to strongly fight against its 'dictatorship' to save democracy.

Is this not 'revdi culture'? Sibal's jibe at Modi over LPG price cut

Is this not 'revdi culture'? Sibal's jibe at Modi over LPG price cut

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

At present, a 14.2-kg LPG cylinder in the national capital costs Rs 1,103. It will cost Rs 903 when the Centre's decision is implemented from Wednesday.

I can sacrifice my life for my brother: Priyanka to Yogi on rift remark

I can sacrifice my life for my brother: Priyanka to Yogi on rift remark

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

The Congress national general secretary was responding to a question on Uttar Pradesh Chief minister Yogi Adityanath remarks that there might be a rift between Priyanka and Rahul.

Word 'lynching' practically unheard of before 2014, says Rahul

Word 'lynching' practically unheard of before 2014, says Rahul

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

Gandhi, who appeared to lose his cool, responded after reporters asked him about the BJP's attack on his tweet.

Sania Mirza shares PM Modi's heartfelt letter

Sania Mirza shares PM Modi's heartfelt letter

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

In his congratulatory message to Sania, the PM conveyed that Sania has left an indelible mark on Indian sports, inspiring the coming generation of athletes.

Obscure US-based firm wants to invest $500m, appeals to Modi in ads

Obscure US-based firm wants to invest $500m, appeals to Modi in ads

Rediff.com24 May 2021

An obscure US-based firm with just 19 employees, USD 15 million in revenue and hosting just a one-page website, wants to invest USD 500 billion in equity into India's National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP).

Modiji, this is your last chance

Modiji, this is your last chance

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

'The most important thing to do is to stop taxing citizens so brutally,' recommends T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

Sudha Murty nominated to Rajya Sabha

Sudha Murty nominated to Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Modi asserted in a post on X that her presence in the Upper House is a powerful testament to 'Nari Shakti' (women power), exemplifying the strength and potential of women in shaping the nation's destiny.

Delhi excise case: ED arrests AAP's Sanjay Singh following searches

Delhi excise case: ED arrests AAP's Sanjay Singh following searches

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

This comes after the agency conducted searches at his residence earlier in the day in connection with the case.

Oppn, activists slam muscular, aggressive lions in national emblem

Oppn, activists slam muscular, aggressive lions in national emblem

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

'Meddling with our national emblem was totally unnecessary and avoidable'

Not elected to listen to hate speeches, may quit LS, says Danish Ali

Not elected to listen to hate speeches, may quit LS, says Danish Ali

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Bahujan Samaj Party MP Danish Ali on Friday said if action is not taken against BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri for his derogatory remarks in the Lok Sabha, then he could consider quitting the membership of the House. He also said that people had not elected him to listen to "hate speeches".

Indian football squads get green light for Asian Games

Indian football squads get green light for Asian Games

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Sports Ministry clears participation of Indian men's and women's football teams in Asian Games

Shah begins UP campaign from Kairana, meets 'victims of exodus'

Shah begins UP campaign from Kairana, meets 'victims of exodus'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2022

Asserting that the people of Kairana were no longer living in fear, Shah said a satisfactory law and order situation is the primary condition for development and the Yogi Adityanath government has ensured this in Uttar Pradesh.

Gujarat AAP MLA: 'Will decide to join BJP only after meeting people'

Gujarat AAP MLA: 'Will decide to join BJP only after meeting people'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

"I am not at all unhappy with AAP and I have not taken any decision about joining the BJP as of now. I will decide only after meeting my workers and people. As of now, I am with AAP," Bhayani told reporters in Gandhinagar ahead of the swearing-in of the BJP government scheduled for Monday.

Australian PM, Modi rename Sydney suburb of Harris Park as 'Little India'

Australian PM, Modi rename Sydney suburb of Harris Park as 'Little India'

Rediff.com23 May 2023

A street in Sydney, Australia, was on Tuesday officially renamed as "Little India" by Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese during a special community event.

Actor Gayathri Raguramm quits BJP, says women not safe in TN unit

Actor Gayathri Raguramm quits BJP, says women not safe in TN unit

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

She blamed state BJP chief K Annamalai for her decision to quit the party.

Govt bans Lebanon-based terror outfit Hizb-ut-Tahrir

Govt bans Lebanon-based terror outfit Hizb-ut-Tahrir

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

In a notification, the Union home ministry said the HuT is involved in radicalisation and motivation of gullible youth to join terrorist organisations, such as ISIS, and raising funds for terror activities.

Modiji, whatever happened to competing with China?

Modiji, whatever happened to competing with China?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Now we must first compete with Bangladesh. This is not what we had been promised, notes Aakar Patel.

It's a slap to secularism, Congress slams Modi Cabinet reshuffle

It's a slap to secularism, Congress slams Modi Cabinet reshuffle

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Congress on Sunday took potshots at Narendra Modi's ministry expansion saying the inclusion of Bharatiya Janata Party leader Giriraj Singh was a "crisp slap" by the prime minister to secularism.

Serum CEO Adar Poonawalla to get 'Y' category security

Serum CEO Adar Poonawalla to get 'Y' category security

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

Poonawalla has been getting threats from various groups regarding the COVID-19 vaccine supplies.