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Aparna Yadav likens Modi to Parashuram, self to Eklavya

Aparna Yadav likens Modi to Parashuram, self to Eklavya

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Yadav said she initially felt like Eklavya in the BJP family but now (with this responsibility) she hopes to work like Arjuna.

Modi has erased N and...: Cong on Nehru Memorial renaming

Modi has erased N and...: Cong on Nehru Memorial renaming

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

'"PM Shastri ji created...VP Radhakrishnanji inaugurated. Narendra Modi closed it. Nehru ji lives in the hearts of INDIA'

Modi's Obsession With Nehru

Modi's Obsession With Nehru

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

The satta market is accepting bets on how many times Modiji will mention Nehru at his election rallies, says A Ganesh Nadar with a wink.

Delhi water crisis: Atishi to fast indefinitely if...

Delhi water crisis: Atishi to fast indefinitely if...

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Delhi Water Minister Atishi on Wednesday said that she has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the water crisis in the national capital and threatened to go on an indefinite strike from June 21 if the issue is not resolved within a couple of days.

God won't forgive Modi for Sisodia's arrest: AAP

God won't forgive Modi for Sisodia's arrest: AAP

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

AAP spokesperson and MLA Atishi said Sisodia was arrested because of growing popularity of the party and its leader Arvind Kejriwal.

Case against qawwali singer for remarks against India, Modi, Shah

Case against qawwali singer for remarks against India, Modi, Shah

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

A video of the qawwal (qawwali singer), identified as Nawaz Sharif, briefly speaking about India, Modi, Shah and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during a performance at Mangawa town in Rewa district on March 28 has gone viral on social media.

'No Sir': Netizens urge PM not to quit social media

'No Sir': Netizens urge PM not to quit social media

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

The prime minister is one of the most-followed world leaders on social media. He has 53.3 million followers on Twitter, 44 million on Facebook and 35.2 million on Instagram.

PIX: Kangana celebrates Modi's win, makes pakodas!

PIX: Kangana celebrates Modi's win, makes pakodas!

Rediff.com24 May 2019

Other Bollywood stars cheered the BJP win as well.

'Misuse of kids during campaign': Cong complains to EC against Modi

'Misuse of kids during campaign': Cong complains to EC against Modi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

The delegation demanded that those responsible for the act should be brought to book as the issue was serious.

Country sees difference between Modi's words and deeds: Rahul on Bilkis case

Country sees difference between Modi's words and deeds: Rahul on Bilkis case

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

"Those who raped a five-month pregnant woman and killed her three-year-old daughter were released during 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav'. What message is being given to the women of the country by those who peddle lies about 'Nari Shakti'?

Meta apologises for Zuckerberg's remarks on Indian elections

Meta apologises for Zuckerberg's remarks on Indian elections

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw had earlier called out the remarks made by Zuckerberg on the Joe Rogan podcast. "Mr. Zuckerberg's claim that most incumbent governments, including India in 2024 elections, lost post-COVID is factually incorrect," Vaishnaw had said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on January 13.

Modi thanks Gehlot for attending his event 'despite political tussle'

Modi thanks Gehlot for attending his event 'despite political tussle'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

The prime minister was addressing the flagging-off ceremony of the Vande Bharat Express through video conferencing.

Madhu Koda's wife, Congress's lone MP in Jharkhand, joins BJP

Madhu Koda's wife, Congress's lone MP in Jharkhand, joins BJP

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Kora said it was Prime Minister Narendra Modi who ensured that proper respect was accorded to tribals, and also took a stand for women over various issues.

Cabinet nod to women's quota bill? Minister deletes post

Cabinet nod to women's quota bill? Minister deletes post

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Minister of State Prahlad Singh Patel on Monday posted on social media platform X that the Union Cabinet has approved the women's reservation bill, but deleted the post within an hour.

Gujarat rejected politics of revadi: Amit Shah

Gujarat rejected politics of revadi: Amit Shah

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the people of Gujarat have given an unprecedented mandate to the party by rejecting those who do politics of hollow promises, freebies and appeasement.

PM Modi dials Manu, lavishes praise on Olympic bronze medallist

PM Modi dials Manu, lavishes praise on Olympic bronze medallist

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Modi lauded the shooter for the manner in which she redeemed herself after the disappointment in Tokyo.

Ratan Tata Passes Away At 86

Ratan Tata Passes Away At 86

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

For the past few days, Tata had been admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital in south Mumbai.

Modi wishes Kharge 'fruitful tenure' as Congress president

Modi wishes Kharge 'fruitful tenure' as Congress president

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Kharge was elected Congress president, defeating Shashi Tharoor in an electoral contest, the sixth in the party's 137-year-old history.

It's Modi govt that wanted to bring inheritance tax: Cong

It's Modi govt that wanted to bring inheritance tax: Cong

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Amid the row over Congress leader Sam Pitroda's remarks, the party on Wednesday asserted that it has no plans whatsoever to introduce an inheritance tax and cited former Union minister Jayant Sinha's remarks to allege that it is the Modi government that wanted to do so.

Kharge's 'thousands' killed in Kumbh stampede remark sparks row in Parl

Kharge's 'thousands' killed in Kumbh stampede remark sparks row in Parl

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

RS Chairman Dhankhar called Kharge making the claim a "very sad moment" and asked him to withdraw his statement, the Leader of Opposition insisted the government give the correct figures and continued with his speech.

'Modiji how afraid are you?': Congress says Twitter blocked its account

'Modiji how afraid are you?': Congress says Twitter blocked its account

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

The Congress has accused Twitter of acting against Gandhi's account under pressure from the government.

Don't refer to Modi as PM, Mamata tells BJP

Don't refer to Modi as PM, Mamata tells BJP

Rediff.com27 May 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday said Narendra Modi should be referred to as a Bharatiya Janata Party leader and not as the prime minister in the saffron party's campaign as he is a 'caretaker PM'.

Assembly polls, J-K statehood soon: Modi in Srinagar

Assembly polls, J-K statehood soon: Modi in Srinagar

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

In his first visit to the valley after becoming the prime minister for the third consecutive term, Modi emphasised the importance of enabling the people of Jammu and Kashmir to elect their representatives for the assembly.

Renowned folk singer and Padma recipient Sharda Sinha dies at 72

Renowned folk singer and Padma recipient Sharda Sinha dies at 72

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Sinha, who pioneered and popularised the rich folk traditions of Bihar beyond its borders, was undergoing treatment at All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Delhi for multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer.

BJP leaders speak strange things: Priyanka on Modi's 'dig my grave' remark

BJP leaders speak strange things: Priyanka on Modi's 'dig my grave' remark

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

She called on the people of the state to ensure this election is not about Modi or any other leader, irrespective of their party.

BJP attacks Indian Army during polls: Bihar minister

BJP attacks Indian Army during polls: Bihar minister

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

On Tuesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah exuded confidence that the BJP would win the 2024 Lok Sabha elections by an even bigger majority.

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.

Exit polls: Somnath Bharti to 'shave his head' if...

Exit polls: Somnath Bharti to 'shave his head' if...

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Aam Aadmi Party leader Somnath Bharti on Saturday vowed to shave his head if Narendra Modi retained the prime minister's post while his party's national convener and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal asserted that the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) would form a 'strong and stable' government at the Centre.

Modi sees plot in Naveen's deteriorating health, Odisha CM hits back

Modi sees plot in Naveen's deteriorating health, Odisha CM hits back

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Modi, in his rally just days ahead of the last phase of the Lok Sabha election, also said that "well-wishers of Naveen babu are worried over his deteriorating health condition."

6 arrested, 49 FIRs booked for anti-Modi posters in Delhi

6 arrested, 49 FIRs booked for anti-Modi posters in Delhi

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

As per the allegations, some parts of Delhi also had posters with the caption Modi Hatao Desh Bachao.

Amit Shah to attend Ratan Tata's funeral in Mumbai

Amit Shah to attend Ratan Tata's funeral in Mumbai

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the funeral of industrialist Ratan Tata in Mumbai on Thursday, sources said on Thursday.

Sonia calls Prez Murmu 'poor thing', Rashtrapati Bhavan hits back

Sonia calls Prez Murmu 'poor thing', Rashtrapati Bhavan hits back

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi's reaction to President Droupadi Murmu's address to the Joint session of the Parliament on Friday stoked a controversy.

Chhattisgarh will be Maoist-free by Mar 2026: Amit Shah

Chhattisgarh will be Maoist-free by Mar 2026: Amit Shah

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has declared that Chhattisgarh will be free from the menace of Naxalism by March 31, 2026. He stated that the Centre and the state government are committed to eradicating Naxalism, highlighting the significant achievements of the Chhattisgarh police in the last year. Shah also appealed to Naxalites to surrender and join the mainstream, emphasizing the government's rehabilitation policy. He further praised the Chhattisgarh police's efforts in curbing organized crime and narcotics.

Next-gen politicians battle it out for Samastipur

Next-gen politicians battle it out for Samastipur

Rediff.com9 May 2024

'Dynastic politics has become a tool of convenience for political parties. The BJP does not hesitate to accept it when it comes to its own alliance or party candidates. The same goes for the others.'

'How can I deny': Jayant on reports of alliance with BJP

'How can I deny': Jayant on reports of alliance with BJP

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Appreciating the central government for conferring Bharat Ratna to Charan Singh, he said that this decision proves that Modi understands the sentiment and character of the nation.

'Half a dozen of opposition parties will perish after June 4'

'Half a dozen of opposition parties will perish after June 4'

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'The opposition wants the country to run on the basis of Shariat but this cannot happen'

Will drive Modi out of power: Lalu

Will drive Modi out of power: Lalu

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Prasad was approached with queries by journalists at the airport, where he had reached, alongside son and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav, to board a flight to Delhi for the coalition meeting on Tuesday.

Shinde extends all cooperation to Fadnavis, says will work as a team

Shinde extends all cooperation to Fadnavis, says will work as a team

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has said he will extend all possible cooperation to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and will work as a team. Addressing a news conference, Shinde described his tenure as chief minister as very successful and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their support. He also said the Mahayuti government secured a majority in the recent elections. Shinde said that when he was the chief minister, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar extended cooperation to him and they worked as a team. He added that he will now be "dedicated to the common man" 24 x 7. In the first cabinet meeting after the swearing-in ceremony, officials were instructed to disburse the next instalment of the Ladki Bahin scheme to beneficiaries. Shinde also rubbished all talk of him being upset over not being made chief minister. He pointed out that 39 Shiv Sena MLAs were with him when he led a revolt in 2022, and today, the party has 57 MLAs, which he asserted was a seal of approval from the people. Shinde was given a rousing welcome at Anand Ashram, the headquarters of the Shiv Sena in Thane, following the swearing-in ceremony. Several hundred party workers thronged the area carrying placards and shouting slogans in his praise.

Jain seer Acharya Vidyasagar Maharaj dies via 'sallekhna'

Jain seer Acharya Vidyasagar Maharaj dies via 'sallekhna'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Ahead of the Chhattisgarh Assembly elections last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Dongargarh, a popular pilgrimage spot, and met Acharya Vidyasagar Maharaj on November 5 and took his blessings.

Expelled from Cong, Acharya Pramod says Pilot, Priyanka are...

Expelled from Cong, Acharya Pramod says Pilot, Priyanka are...

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

A day after his expulsion from the Congress, Acharya Pramod Krishnam on Sunday said leaders like Sachin Pilot and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra are being disrespected in the party where people need 'chamchagiri' (sycophancy) to survive.