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Jaitley's health deteriorates: AIIMS sources

Jaitley's health deteriorates: AIIMS sources

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

The AIIMS has not issued any bulletin on Jaitley's health since August 10.

'Scindia welcome': BJP MP who defeated him in 2019

'Scindia welcome': BJP MP who defeated him in 2019

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

'100 per cent, the BJP will form the government in Madhya Pradesh and Shivraj Singh Chouhanji will be once again chief minister.'

Gotabaya arrives in India; to hold talks with Modi

Gotabaya arrives in India; to hold talks with Modi

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

In a tweet, before leaving for New Delhi, Rajapaksa said he was looking forward to strengthening bilateral relations with India.

Netas bend and twist for Yoga Day

Netas bend and twist for Yoga Day

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

On the occasion of International Yoga Day, ministers from the Centre and various state cabinets came out and practised yoga to mark the third anniversary of the event.

Ex-judges, army officers write to Prez against CAA protests

Ex-judges, army officers write to Prez against CAA protests

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

The citizens urged the central government to look into the ongoing protests with all seriousness and safeguard the democratic institutions of the country, and take stern action against those people behind them.

Rajnath, Kejriwal among leaders visiting AIIMS to see Jaitley

Rajnath, Kejriwal among leaders visiting AIIMS to see Jaitley

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

The AIIMS has not issued any bulletin on Jaitley's health condition since August 10.

PM hails country's judiciary for safeguarding people's rights

PM hails country's judiciary for safeguarding people's rights

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

The PM said that the Supreme Court has conducted the highest number of hearings via video-conferencing in the world during the coronavirus pandemic.

'Betrayal is in Scindia's blood'

'Betrayal is in Scindia's blood'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

'The Scindias betrayed Jhansi ki Rani and now the Congress party.' 'So this is nothing new as he is repeating the history of his family.'

PM asks BJP MPs to 'expose' Opposition as Parliament remains stalled

PM asks BJP MPs to 'expose' Opposition as Parliament remains stalled

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

The standoff between the government and the opposition in Parliament has showed no signs of easing after it erupted on the opening day of the Monsoon session on July 19.

Modi terms yoga ray of hope in pandemic, announces app

Modi terms yoga ray of hope in pandemic, announces app

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

The prime minister noted that there may not have been any major public events in countries around the world and in India for around a year-and-a-half, but the enthusiasm for Yoga Day has not diminished.

PHOTOS: PM Modi hosts farewell dinner for Pranab

PHOTOS: PM Modi hosts farewell dinner for Pranab

Rediff.com23 Jul 2017

On the occasion, the PM presented a memento to the outgoing president.

Group Capt Varun Singh's funeral to be held in Bhopal on Friday

Group Capt Varun Singh's funeral to be held in Bhopal on Friday

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

He was the lone survivor of the crash in which Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika and 11 armed forces personnel were killed.

PHOTOS: 71st Army Day parade

PHOTOS: 71st Army Day parade

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

The Army Day is celebrated on January 15 every year to mark the taking over as commander-in-chief of the Indian Army by then Lt Gen K M Carriappa in 1949 from General Francis Butcher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India.

'Pained by the plane accident in Kozhikode'

'Pained by the plane accident in Kozhikode'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Political leaders across parties reacted to the Air India Express aircraft crash, which took place on Friday evening at Kozhikode airport.

Gandhis lead Cong Satyagraha against CAA, NRC; Rahul slams PM

Gandhis lead Cong Satyagraha against CAA, NRC; Rahul slams PM

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Sonia Gandhi, Manmohan Singh and Rahul Gandhi read out the Preamble to the Constitution of India as part of the 'Satyagraha of Unity' protest.

Prez appoints Modi as PM-elect, invites him to form govt

Prez appoints Modi as PM-elect, invites him to form govt

Rediff.com25 May 2019

Kovind requested Modi to advise him about the names of others to be appointed members of the Union Council of Ministers; and indicate the date and time of the swearing-in ceremony to be held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan

Centre asks states to find 'unsung heroes' for Padma awards

Centre asks states to find 'unsung heroes' for Padma awards

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

The Centre has asked all states to set up special search committees to find out talented people who could be nominated for Padma awards but so far have been left out of consideration despite their exceptional contributions.

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh breaks his 1-day fast

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh breaks his 1-day fast

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

Janata Dal-United MP Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh offered juice to Harivansh to help him break the fast.

India to show military might, cultural heritage at R-Day parade

India to show military might, cultural heritage at R-Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

The Indian Army will showcase the main battle tank T-90 Bhishma, infantry combat vehicle BMP-II-Sarath, mobile autonomous launcher of the Brahmos missile system, multi-launcher rocket system Pinaka, electronic warfare system Samvijay among others during the parade on Tuesday, the Defence ministry noted.

Three-tier security at hotel where Trump will stay

Three-tier security at hotel where Trump will stay

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

Trump will stay at the 'Chanakya' suite of the hotel, which has hosted the likes of former US presidents George Bush and Barack Obama.

Colours splashed all over: People revel in Holi celebrations

Colours splashed all over: People revel in Holi celebrations

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

People in several states across the country smeared each other with colours, exchanged greetings and savoured sweets to celebrate Holi.

Lakshadweep: Parties oppose 'anti-people' reforms of Administrator

Lakshadweep: Parties oppose 'anti-people' reforms of Administrator

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Opposition parties in Lakshadweep and Kerala are up in arms against various measures initiated by the Administrator of the group of islands, terming them as 'anti-people' and have sought his recall.

Govt allows round-the-clock vaccination against COVID-19

Govt allows round-the-clock vaccination against COVID-19

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Easing restrictions, all private hospitals were on Tuesday allowed to give the vaccines if they adhere to the laid down norms, while the 9 am to 5 pm timing was also done away with.

'Chandrayaan-2 launch a proud moment for all Indians'

'Chandrayaan-2 launch a proud moment for all Indians'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

India on Monday successfully launched its second lunar mission Chandrayaan-2 onboard its powerful rocket GSLV-MkIII-M1 from the spaceport in Sriharikota to explore the unchartered south pole of the celestial body by landing a rover. Following the successful launch, leaders across the political spectrum congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation for its hard work.

Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh.. When our netas do yoga

Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh.. When our netas do yoga

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

Top government functionaries, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended International Yoga Day events across the country on Friday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a yoga event at the Prabhat Tara ground in Ranchi said everybody should practice the ancient Indian discipline lifelong.

India abstains, UNHRC votes against Lanka's rights record

India abstains, UNHRC votes against Lanka's rights record

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

The UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on Tuesday adopted a resolution against Sri Lanka's rights record, in a setback to Colombo, which made determined efforts to garner international support ahead of the voting.

Cong holds nationwide protests over rising fuel prices

Cong holds nationwide protests over rising fuel prices

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

The Congress took out marches and observed bandh at several places on Saturday to protest against rising fuel prices.

President, Modi attend Dussehra celebrations

President, Modi attend Dussehra celebrations

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

Arrows were fired to set the effigies of Ravana, Meghnad and Kumbhakaran ablaze at the Parade Ground on Saturday, an event that was attended by President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi among a host of other dignitaries.

'Ram Mandir will be a symbol of modern India'

'Ram Mandir will be a symbol of modern India'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Leaders, including the President and Vice President, react to the bhoomi pujan of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.

PM Modi, Rijiju pay tribute to Major Dhyan Chand

PM Modi, Rijiju pay tribute to Major Dhyan Chand

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

On August 29, India celebrates National Sports Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Dhyan Chand.

Modi's language doesn't behove PM's position: Manmohan writes to President

Modi's language doesn't behove PM's position: Manmohan writes to President

Rediff.com14 May 2018

The letter signed by other Congress leaders stated that the PM had used "threatening and intimidating" language against them.

'Will be back', says Trump concluding India visit

'Will be back', says Trump concluding India visit

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

In the final engagement of the visit, the US President participated in a banquet dinner hosted by his Indian counterpart Ram Nath Kovind at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Ajit Singh dies of Covid

Ajit Singh dies of Covid

Rediff.com6 May 2021

He had tested positive for COVID-19 on April 20.

Former J-K governor Jagmohan passes away

Former J-K governor Jagmohan passes away

Rediff.com4 May 2021

Former Union minister and Jammu and Kashmir governor Jagmohan, whose tough measures as an administrator in various roles won him many admirers but also drew criticism from some quarters, passed away following a spell of illness. He was 93.

Modi tweets praise on Nitish Kumar for stand on corruption

Modi tweets praise on Nitish Kumar for stand on corruption

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Modi welcomed Kumar's decision of quitting as CM and stated that 1.25 billion citizens of India support and welcome this act of honesty.

Modi's Bengal strike rate: Less than 50%

Modi's Bengal strike rate: Less than 50%

Rediff.com4 May 2021

>The BJP's star campaigner could not help even half the number of candidates for whom he campaigned in his aggressive 'Didi-o-Didi' style in Bengal

Farmers' protest internal issue of India, for it to resolve: British govt

Farmers' protest internal issue of India, for it to resolve: British govt

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

British lawmakers will debate the issue of press freedom and safety of protesters in India next Monday in response to an e-petition which had crossed the 1,00,000-signature threshold required for such a debate, the House of Commons Petitions Committee had confirmed earlier this week.

Ahmed Patel, Sonia Gandhi's trusted aide, passes away

Ahmed Patel, Sonia Gandhi's trusted aide, passes away

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Patel, 71, who was critical for a few days, was admitted to the Medanta hospital in Gurugram on November 15 after he developed complications. His son Faisal said he died at 3.30 am.

SP Pari'war' back to fore ahead of prez poll?

SP Pari'war' back to fore ahead of prez poll?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

Akhilesh Yadav has instructed party MLAs to vote for opposition candidate Meira Kumar, SP patron Mulayam Singh Yadav and his brother Shivpal Yadav might go in favour of NDA's nominee Ram Nath Kovind.

Congress declares first list of candidates for Delhi polls

Congress declares first list of candidates for Delhi polls

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

Breaking with past practice, the Congress on Thursday released its first list of 24 candidates for the Delhi assembly polls repeating all its eight members of Legislative Assembly and 12 others who were runner-ups in the 2013 assembly election in which the party had suffered a setback.