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Delhi breathes easier as air quality improves: Here's what helped

Delhi breathes easier as air quality improves: Here's what helped

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) reports improved air quality in Delhi compared to the same period last year, attributing it to coordinated efforts by government departments. Officials aim to avoid implementing GRAP Stage III restrictions through proactive measures and public participation.

Kerala puts PM SHRI project on hold under CPI pressure

Kerala puts PM SHRI project on hold under CPI pressure

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

The Kerala government will review the implementation of the Centre's PM SHRI scheme in the state following controversies and concerns. A cabinet sub-committee has been formed to study the scheme, and further proceedings are on hold pending the committee's report.

Vijay's 7-hour deliberate delay to reach venue caused stampede: TN in SC

Vijay's 7-hour deliberate delay to reach venue caused stampede: TN in SC

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The Tamil Nadu government has informed the Supreme Court that the Karur stampede, which resulted in 41 deaths, was caused by the "reckless and uncoordinated actions" of the TVK party's organizers and workers. The government's affidavit alleges an intentional delay by party leader Vijay, contributing to the tragedy.

Naxal-hit districts down to three from six: Home Ministry

Naxal-hit districts down to three from six: Home Ministry

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The Ministry of Home Affairs reports a significant reduction in the number of districts most affected by Naxalism, highlighting the government's efforts to combat Left Wing Extremism.

Pakistan pleaded for ceasefire, govt tells Parliament

Pakistan pleaded for ceasefire, govt tells Parliament

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The government stated that Operation Sindoor was launched in response to a 'barbaric' attack by 'Pakistan-sponsored terrorists,' focusing on dismantling terror infrastructure and neutralizing terrorists likely to be sent across to India.

Gold plunges Rs 4,100 to Rs 121,800/10g

Gold plunges Rs 4,100 to Rs 121,800/10g

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Gold prices dropped by Rs 4,100 to Rs 121,800 per 10 grams in the national capital and slipped below $4,000 an ounce in the global markets on Tuesday as easing US-China trade tensions dampened safe-haven appeal. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the precious metal had closed at Rs 125,900 per 10 grams on Monday.

At WTO, US explains why it imposed duty on Indian steel, aluminium

At WTO, US explains why it imposed duty on Indian steel, aluminium

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

The US has informed the global trade body WTO that the decision to impose tariffs on steel and aluminium, was based on national security grounds and should not be considered as safeguard measures, according to a communication. The US shared this response with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) after India requested consultations under the WTO's Safeguards Agreement on April 11 with America.

Centre says no final call on Chandigarh proposal amid Punjab uproar

Centre says no final call on Chandigarh proposal amid Punjab uproar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

The Centre's move on Chandigarh has raised the hackles of various parties in Punjab, with Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal terming it as a "direct attack" on Punjab's identity and constitutional rights.

Ladakh admin reacts to Wangchuk's wife's 'witch-hunt' claim

Ladakh admin reacts to Wangchuk's wife's 'witch-hunt' claim

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The administration appealed that the process of law should be allowed to take its own course and expressed confidence that "together we will bring back normalcy in the peace-loving Leh township and continue with our dialogue process".

Pak nationals flock to Attari-Wagah border to return home

Pak nationals flock to Attari-Wagah border to return home

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Several Pakistani nationals visiting India started returning home through the Attari-Wagah land route in Amritsar on Thursday, a day after the Centre set a 48-hour deadline for them to leave the country. The decision came after India announced a raft of measures, including the expulsion of Pakistani military attaches, suspension of the Indus Water Treaty of 1960, and the immediate shutting down of the Attari land-transit post in view of the cross-border links to the horrific terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians on Tuesday.

Can This Man Improve India-US Relations?

Can This Man Improve India-US Relations?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The fact that Gor has President Trump's ear makes him an extremely valuable commodity for India -- he represents both a challenge and an opportunity, points out Aditi Phadnis.

Modi cuts short Saudi trip, returns to India after J-K terror attack

Modi cuts short Saudi trip, returns to India after J-K terror attack

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his two-day visit to Saudi Arabia and returned to New Delhi on Tuesday night following a deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Modi, who held bilateral talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, skipped an official dinner hosted on Tuesday to address the crisis. He was originally scheduled to return to India on Wednesday night. The attack, claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist group, prompted an urgent internal meeting at the Ritz Carlton hotel in Jeddah, attended by Modi, National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, and other senior officials.

IBBI ends 'going concern' sales under liquidation

IBBI ends 'going concern' sales under liquidation

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

IBBI removes sale of company as going concern in liquidation; now only asset sales allowed, shifting focus strictly to terminal liquidation process.

Use diplomacy to end tension: Nawaz Sharif advises PM brother Shehbaz

Use diplomacy to end tension: Nawaz Sharif advises PM brother Shehbaz

Rediff.com9 May 2025

It was said that Sharif wanted the PML-N-led coalition government to utilise all available diplomatic resources to restore peace between the two nuclear-armed states, saying he was not keen on taking an aggressive position, The Express Tribune reported.

FinMin Pushes RBI for Faster Fraud Shield

FinMin Pushes RBI for Faster Fraud Shield

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

By enabling real-time data sharing, the platform will help prevent scams and ensure secure transactions.

EaseMyTrip founder repeats claim on MakeMyTrip board's Chinese ties

EaseMyTrip founder repeats claim on MakeMyTrip board's Chinese ties

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Responding to the accusations, MakeMyTrip had firmly denied allegations questioning its ownership and data practices, emphasising that it is a proudly Indian company, founded and headquartered in India, and trusted by millions of Indian travellers for over 25 years.

Reits to be gradually included in market indices, says Sebi chief

Reits to be gradually included in market indices, says Sebi chief

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

India's market regulator is moving ahead to include real estate investment trusts (Reits) in benchmark indices in a phased manner, Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said, while asserting that the regulator was working to strengthen the link between infrastructure building and the markets.

Curfew relaxed in Leh for 4 hrs, people queue up to buy essentials

Curfew relaxed in Leh for 4 hrs, people queue up to buy essentials

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

For the first time since curfew was imposed three days ago in violence-hit Leh town of Ladakh, the restrictions were relaxed Saturday afternoon in a phased manner for a few hours, providing relief to residents who lined up outside shops selling essential commodities.

India's iron dome? Modi announces Mission Sudarshan Chakra

India's iron dome? Modi announces Mission Sudarshan Chakra

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Announcing the launch of "Mission Sudarshan Chakra", Modi said it will be aimed at neutralising enemy threat and enhancing India's offensive capabilities.

'Kerala Has Done Very Well In Eradicating Poverty'

'Kerala Has Done Very Well In Eradicating Poverty'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

'Poverty eradication is a continuous process. There is no full stop to it.'

UNSC report on Pahalgam cites TRF claim, Lashkar link

UNSC report on Pahalgam cites TRF claim, Lashkar link

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

A UN Security Council report states that The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam terror attack and published a photograph of the attack site. The report also cites assertions that the attack could not have happened without the support of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT).

Trump's tariffs threaten vital ties with India: US lawmaker

Trump's tariffs threaten vital ties with India: US lawmaker

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Meeks, a ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee Democrats, on Wednesday (local time) underscored "Congress' support for the US-India partnership," following his meeting with Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra.

EC directs crackdown on illicit cash, liquor, drugs in Bihar polls

EC directs crackdown on illicit cash, liquor, drugs in Bihar polls

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The Election Commission has directed enforcement agencies and security forces to take proactive measures during the Bihar elections to prevent the use of drugs, liquor, and cash to influence voters.

TN stampede: NDA questions venue allotment; seeks probe by SC judge

TN stampede: NDA questions venue allotment; seeks probe by SC judge

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Referring to the fatal incident that has so far claimed 41 lives, head of the panel and Bharatiya Janata Party MP, Hema Malini said that political rallies should be properly organised and conducted with full security.

Teenagar Vaibhav Set For Epic Pakistan Face-Off in Rising Stars Asia Cup!

Teenagar Vaibhav Set For Epic Pakistan Face-Off in Rising Stars Asia Cup!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the youngest centurion in men's T20 cricket, will once again be the player to watch out for in the Rising Stars Asia Cup.

Cabinet Committee on Security meets after IAF air strikes in Pak

Cabinet Committee on Security meets after IAF air strikes in Pak

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and other top officials of the prime minister's office and the security apparatus were present at the meeting.

'Rahul Can't Play Victim All The Time'

'Rahul Can't Play Victim All The Time'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'Rahul Gandhi's problem is that he doesn't think big.' 'He looks more like an activist, while politics is like a game of chess. You attack and then defend and have a game-plan.'

Sebi flags Rs 77,800 cr as difficult-to-recover dues in FY25 annual report

Sebi flags Rs 77,800 cr as difficult-to-recover dues in FY25 annual report

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has identified around Rs 77,800 crore as "difficult-to-recover" or DTR dues in its annual report for 2024-25 (FY26), marking a nearly 2 per cent increase from the previous year. These dues remain unrecovered despite exhaustive recovery efforts.

191 Pak nationals return home after India sets 48-hour deadline

191 Pak nationals return home after India sets 48-hour deadline

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, India has ordered all Pakistani nationals to leave the country within 48 hours. This has led to a mass exodus of Pakistani citizens from India, while several women married to Pakistani nationals and holding Indian passports are facing difficulties returning to their families in Pakistan.

Rubio: India-US Ties in 'Extraordinary Transition'

Rubio: India-US Ties in 'Extraordinary Transition'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday (local time) hailed India as 'one of the top relationships that the US has in the world today' during the Senate confirmation hearing for Sergio Gor, US President Donald Trump's nominee for US Ambassador to India.

How IoT is going to change India's audit ecosystem

How IoT is going to change India's audit ecosystem

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) has adopted the 2026-28 Work Plan, which prioritises cybersecurity audits and remote audits using Internet of Things technologies, CAG said in a release on Friday. The work plan was adopted at the 34th Annual Meeting of INTOSAI Working Group on IT Audit (WGITA), which was held along with the 17th Steering Committee Meeting of the INTOSAI Knowledge Sharing Committee (KSC) in Hyderabad.

India revises proposed retaliatory duties against US

India revises proposed retaliatory duties against US

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

India has revised its proposal to impose retaliatory duties under the WTO (World Trade Organisation) norms against the US over American tariffs on steel and aluminium in view of the further hike in duty by the Trump administration. The US first imposed 25 per cent tariffs on imports of aluminium, steel and derivative articles on March 12.

'Our anger has turned into desperation': Indian footballers demand ISL revival

'Our anger has turned into desperation': Indian footballers demand ISL revival

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

India's distressed football players issued a joint statement on Tuesday pleading with the administrators to get the currently paused Indian Super League (ISL) season underway.

5,000 social media accounts from Islamic countries back Assam Cong: CM

5,000 social media accounts from Islamic countries back Assam Cong: CM

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday alleged that over 5,000 social media accounts, mostly operated from Islamic countries, have become active in favour of the Assam Congress.

Who misled Ladakh's youths into violence?

Who misled Ladakh's youths into violence?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Government sources allege the recent violence in Ladakh was a politically motivated conspiracy, blaming certain individuals and activist Sonam Wangchuk for misleading the youth.

'Putin's war chest': Trump official fires fresh salvo at India

'Putin's war chest': Trump official fires fresh salvo at India

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Former White House trade advisor Peter Navarro accuses India of being an 'oil money laundromat' for Russia, alleging that India's oil purchases are funding Putin's war in Ukraine. The accusations come amid existing trade tensions and tariffs imposed by the US.

Maharashtra Oppn boycotts govt tea party over LoP appointment row

Maharashtra Oppn boycotts govt tea party over LoP appointment row

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

The Opposition in Maharashtra boycotted the government's customary tea party on the eve of the Winter session, citing its failure to appoint leaders of the opposition (LoPs) in both houses of the state legislature.

Asim Munir Shuffles His Generals

Asim Munir Shuffles His Generals

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Asim Munir will have to find a well trusted aide to fill the crucial ISI post's when Asim Malik retires soon.

Pahalgam attack: Pak seeks 'brotherly' help to cool India tensions

Pahalgam attack: Pak seeks 'brotherly' help to cool India tensions

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called on "brotherly" countries, including Saudi Arabia, to urge India to de-escalate tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. Sharif met with ambassadors from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait, reiterating Pakistan's commitment to peace in South Asia. He rejected India's accusations linking Pakistan to the attack, emphasizing Pakistan's own history as a victim of terrorism. The meeting comes amidst heightened tensions between the two countries.

With Rafales in air, Indian security agencies ensured safety of Hasina's jet

With Rafales in air, Indian security agencies ensured safety of Hasina's jet

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

The aircraft was allowed to move inside India as the air defence personnel knew who was inside the plane, they said.