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Cong will give your wealth to Muslims: Modi in Rajasthan

Cong will give your wealth to Muslims: Modi in Rajasthan

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday suggested that if the Congress comes to power, it would redistribute wealth of people to Muslims and cited former PM Manmohan Singh's remark that the minority community had the first claim on the country's resources.

The rise and fall of Dattajirao Gaekwad revealed

The rise and fall of Dattajirao Gaekwad revealed

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

As an Indian captain, he will enjoy his little piece of history and no one can take that away from him.

'I have never called him Dad, I call him Hansal Sir'

'I have never called him Dad, I call him Hansal Sir'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'I have two sisters. One is 13 and the other is 17.' 'For them, their father is the director of Shahid, Omerta, Simran, Scam 1992 and Scoop.' 'For me, my father is the director of Jayate, Dil Pe Mat Le Yaar, Chhal, Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai, three unreleased films and Woodstock Villa.' 'No one has seen these films.'

SC bench verdict links Election Commission to Article 14

SC bench verdict links Election Commission to Article 14

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Rule of law prevents a government, brought to power by the strength of ballots, from betraying the trust of citizens and "lapsing into a government of caprice, nepotism and finally despotism", the Supreme Court said on Thursday.

'Yeh Bharat na rukta hai, na...': Top 10 quotes from Modi's I-Day speech

'Yeh Bharat na rukta hai, na...': Top 10 quotes from Modi's I-Day speech

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Here are the key quotes from his Independence Day address.

On BJP foundation day Modi warns workers against complacency in 2024

On BJP foundation day Modi warns workers against complacency in 2024

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Bharatiya Janata Party was committed to taking tough steps to rid India of corruption, nepotism and law and order challenges.

Rajya Sabha passes Multi-State Cooperative Societies (Amendment) Bill

Rajya Sabha passes Multi-State Cooperative Societies (Amendment) Bill

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The Rajya Sabha on Tuesday gave its green light to the Multi-State Cooperative Societies (Amendment) Bill 2023. This Bill introduces significant amendments to the Multi-State Cooperative Societies (MSCS) Act. These modifications aim to enhance the transparency and accountability of these cooperatives' operations in a bid to improve governance.

Modi meets women from Sandeshkhali, slams TMC

Modi meets women from Sandeshkhali, slams TMC

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Modi, while addressing a rally in Barasat, said whatever happened with women in Sandeshkhali "is a matter of shame".

Can Congress reverse fortunes after 2 consecutive LS poll defeats?

Can Congress reverse fortunes after 2 consecutive LS poll defeats?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

It is in power on its own only in three states -- Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh and Telangana -- with a big question mark on whether it can even stake claim to be head of the INDIA bloc.

Karpoori Thakur: Jan Nayak who is revered across ideologies

Karpoori Thakur: Jan Nayak who is revered across ideologies

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Chosen for the country's highest civilian award Bharat Ratna a day ahead of his birth anniversary, Karpoori Thakur has been the veritable 'Jan Nayak' or people's hero of politics in Bihar, whose legacy parties cutting across ideologies seek to claim.

Showtime Review: Nothing Khaas About It

Showtime Review: Nothing Khaas About It

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Showtime is watchable but never engrossing, notes Sukanya Verma.

Those angry with my fight against corruption ganging up: Modi

Those angry with my fight against corruption ganging up: Modi

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Wednesday that his government's action against corruption has made some people angry but he will not turn back in this fight against graft and nepotism, however big an alliance his rivals form against him.

Now, Jaitley accused of nepotism in Hockey India

Now, Jaitley accused of nepotism in Hockey India

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Hockey India president Narinder Batra, however, strongly refuted the allegations, saying Gill's charges were 'baseless'.

Actor who played Hanuman is Cong pick against Shivraj

Actor who played Hanuman is Cong pick against Shivraj

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

State Congress president and former chief minister Kamal Nath has been fielded from his home-turf Chhindwara, from where he is currently the legislator.

Nitish Kumar: Longest-serving Bihar CM despite JD-U's majority challenges

Nitish Kumar: Longest-serving Bihar CM despite JD-U's majority challenges

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Concealed beneath the feat, which testifies to his political acumen and survival instincts, is the fact that the 72-year-old leader could never remain at peace with his allies which also made him change partners frequently.

76th I-Day: Modi sets 'Panch Pran' goal to develop India in 25 yrs

76th I-Day: Modi sets 'Panch Pran' goal to develop India in 25 yrs

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

"For the next 25 years we need to focus on the five resolves - developed India, removing every trace of bondage from our mind, taking pride in our glorious heritage, unity, and fulfilling our duties," he said.

'My face is my greatest USP'

'My face is my greatest USP'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'My tool is the way I look. This is the only thing that distinguishes me.' 'Most of us dress similarly. What sets you apart is your face. If you change that also, you're like anybody else.'

Governors are chancellors not because of sweet will of states: Khan

Governors are chancellors not because of sweet will of states: Khan

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

He also rejected queries on whether a "cleansing act" was going on in the universities.

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

Rediff.com12 May 2024

According to insiders, their lack of enthusiasm is showing on the ground. There is nothing to suggest that their enthusiasm will return in the final four phases of polling, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Mizo Voters Signal Change On Horizon

Mizo Voters Signal Change On Horizon

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

For the Mizo people, tribal and family identity are important. But so are jobs, farmers' access to markets, roads, and health facilities for a young population where drugs are a big affliction.

RECAP 2023: Here's What We Learnt

RECAP 2023: Here's What We Learnt

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Sukanya Verma recaps everything we learned this year in showbiz.

Is Ajit upset over Supriya's elevation? Sharad Pawar answers

Is Ajit upset over Supriya's elevation? Sharad Pawar answers

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

Ajit Pawar was seen as an heir-apparent in the NCP, but his dalliances with the Bharatiya Janata Party, including an early morning swearing-in as Maharashtra deputy chief minister along with chief minister Devendra Fadnavis in 2019, had not been received well by the party.

Oppn's no-trust motion a reflection of...: Modi

Oppn's no-trust motion a reflection of...: Modi

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Modi, sources said, noted that some opposition members had described the voting in Rajya Sabha as a semi-final before the 2024 Lok Sabha polls as he exuded confidence about the BJP's prospects in the national elections.

'Voice of 140 crore Indians': INDIA leaders sound poll bugle

'Voice of 140 crore Indians': INDIA leaders sound poll bugle

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

The opposition INDIA alliance on Friday finalised a 13-member committee.

Kerala Guv hardens stand against CM over protests

Kerala Guv hardens stand against CM over protests

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

Training his guns directly at the Kerala Chief Minister and the Left wing Students Federation of India, Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Tuesday claimed that his car was 'attacked' by Students' Federation of India (SFI) activists at the behest of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

Act against corrupt, however powerful, without fear, Modi tells CBI

Act against corrupt, however powerful, without fear, Modi tells CBI

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

There is no dearth of political will today to act against corruption and officers should take action against the corrupt, however powerful, without any hesitation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday.

Everyone leaving Congress, only...:Modi

Everyone leaving Congress, only...:Modi

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

'This is what happens to a party when it gets trapped in the vicious circle of nepotism and dynastic politics'

Ajay Devgn Calls Karan His 'Sworn Enemy'

Ajay Devgn Calls Karan His 'Sworn Enemy'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The ninth episode of Koffee with Karan Season 8 sees Bollywood's Singham Ajay Devgn grace the couch along with Director Rohit Shetty.

Nitish breaks silence, says not unhappy with INDIA

Nitish breaks silence, says not unhappy with INDIA

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

"The meeting was very fruitful and we all are very happy with the outcome. I could not attend the press conference after the conclave as I had to come back to Patna. My effort is to unite all opposition parties ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, and now things are taking shape," the Janata Dal-United leader said.

KWK 7: 10 REVELATIONS from Katrina-Ishaan-Siddhant

KWK 7: 10 REVELATIONS from Katrina-Ishaan-Siddhant

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Katrina Kaif arrived on Koffee With Karan 7 with Ishaan Khatter and Siddhant Chaturvedi, her co-stars from the upcoming film Phone Bhoot.

Does Rocky Aur Rani Bring Out Karan Johar 2.0?

Does Rocky Aur Rani Bring Out Karan Johar 2.0?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Rocky Aur Rani is definitely Karan's most subversive project, discovers Aseem Chhabra.

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Kangana Ranaut plays an Air Force pilot in Tejas, joining an increasing list of films and shows centered around women playing significant roles in their careers.

Tribunal pulls up Gen V K Singh for nepotism

Tribunal pulls up Gen V K Singh for nepotism

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

The Armed Forces Tribunal has pulled up Gen V K Singh for "showing favour" and "without jurisdiction" reviewing a central government order to promote a Brigadier belonging to his unit to the rank of Major General in October 2011 when he was the Army chief.

Cong's 5th guarantee in Karnataka: Women voters to get free bus travel

Cong's 5th guarantee in Karnataka: Women voters to get free bus travel

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Announcing the fifth poll 'guarantee' of the Congress ahead of the May 10 assembly polls in Karnataka, party leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday promised free travel for women in public transport buses, if it's voted to power in the state.

Cong means guarantee of...: Modi to K'taka BJP workers

Cong means guarantee of...: Modi to K'taka BJP workers

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Modi said what is the meaning of its guarantees when that party's warranty itself has expired.

How Do Star Kids Compare With Stars?

How Do Star Kids Compare With Stars?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

With an endless number of star kid debuts in the offing, we thought of looking at how this decade's brigade compares to their mums, dads, uncles or siblings.

No govt jobs for accused in cases of rape, crimes against women in Chhattisgarh

No govt jobs for accused in cases of rape, crimes against women in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Ahead of the state assembly elections due this year-end, Baghel made as many as 15 announcements in his address during the state-level Independence Day function at the Police Parade ground in Raipur.

Shehzada Review: Kartik's No Allu Arjun

Shehzada Review: Kartik's No Allu Arjun

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Kartik Aaryan is never exceptional, observes Sukanya Verma.

10 Reasons Why Alaya F Is A Star To Watch Out For

10 Reasons Why Alaya F Is A Star To Watch Out For

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Barely three films old with no blockbuster success to her credit and yet, the name Alaya F spells promise.

How did family members of terrorists get govt jobs, asks J-K LG

How did family members of terrorists get govt jobs, asks J-K LG

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday took a dig at those raising questions on merit-based recruitment in Jammu and Kashmir and sought to know 'how the family members of terrorists got government jobs in the past'.