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Ayodhya always a part of core agenda, says BJP

Ayodhya always a part of core agenda, says BJP

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

The Ram Mandir issue continues to be on Bharatiya Janata Party's "core agenda", the party said in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Do not aspire to be PM, I am a content man: Gadkari

Do not aspire to be PM, I am a content man: Gadkari

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

"I don't see such dreams. I work as per my 'aukaad' and 'haisiyat' (status and capacity). I have not given my photo to anyone, never passed my biodata or put up my cutout anywhere. Nor does anyone come to airport to receive me. I work as per my ability," Gadkari, who holds Transport and Shipping portfolio, said.

MSMEs get early Diwali, GST refund in 30 days

MSMEs get early Diwali, GST refund in 30 days

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

Reacting to the announcement, MSME Minister Nitin Gadkari said clearing GST dues within 30 days will be highly beneficial for the MSME sector and will also be instrumental in increasing job opportunities.

Modi opens Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Phase 1; Delhi-Jaipur travel time cut by 50%

Modi opens Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Phase 1; Delhi-Jaipur travel time cut by 50%

Rediff.com12 Feb 2023

The Delhi-Dausa-Lalsot stretch is set to reduce the travel time between the national capital and Jaipur considerably.

How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'BJP and RSS may have differences over minor issues but their hearts long for one common aim -- that of A Hindu Rashtra.' 'And this time to prove this point the RSS has prepared to help BJP win this election with all its might.'

Maharaj Plays Cricket

Maharaj Plays Cricket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Saturday and Sunday.

BJP lists 40 star campaigners for MP but no Uma Bharti

BJP lists 40 star campaigners for MP but no Uma Bharti

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

It also includes Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, BJP leader Manoj Tiwari and MP home minister Narottam Mishra.

Tata ev's Punch, Nexon Scores 5 In Crash Test

Tata ev's Punch, Nexon Scores 5 In Crash Test

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

The Punch.ev achieved the highest score point ever recorded by any vehicle to date, scoring 31.46 out of 32 for adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 for child occupant protection.

Is Health Insurance Tax Relief Coming?

Is Health Insurance Tax Relief Coming?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Full exemption for all health insurance premiums and reinsurance or a reduction in the GST rate from 18% to 5% on health insurance services is likely.

Gadkari scores on highways test, fails on road safety

Gadkari scores on highways test, fails on road safety

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

The National Highways Authority of India will this year witness the highest ever growth out of the last decade. But Gadkari himself admits his biggest failure as India's roads minister has been his inability to curb loss of life in road accidents.

India to 'stop' flow of its share of water to Pak: Gadkari

India to 'stop' flow of its share of water to Pak: Gadkari

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Gadkari said the water of these 'Eastern rivers' will be diverted and supplied to Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab.

BJP thanks people, accuses Cong of communalising Guj polls

BJP thanks people, accuses Cong of communalising Guj polls

Rediff.com20 Dec 2012

With the election results pointing towards a convincing victory for Narendra Modi in Gujarat, party president Nitin Gadkari thanked the people of Gujarat for the success.

Rajnath, Sitharaman, Gadkari and Maneka on govt's #MeToo panel

Rajnath, Sitharaman, Gadkari and Maneka on govt's #MeToo panel

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

The Group of Ministers will examine the existing legal and institutional frameworks for dealing with matters of sexual harassment of women at workplace and recommend action required for effective implementation of the existing provisions, as well as for strengthening the existing legal and institutional frameworks for addressing issues related to sexual harassment at workplace, the statement said.

India will soon be zero petroleum import country: Gadkari

India will soon be zero petroleum import country: Gadkari

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

He said manufacturing ethanol and biogas from waste could result in savings to the tune of Rs 5 lakh crore annually

Sticking to fake Batla claims will hit police morale: Gadkari

Sticking to fake Batla claims will hit police morale: Gadkari

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Hitting out at Congress leaders for dubbing the 2008 Batla House encounter as fake despite the Delhi court verdict, former Bharatiya Janata Party President Nitin Gadkari on Friday said that such remarks will dent the morale of those fighting for the country.

Bajaj's e-Chetak to speed into Europe by 2024

Bajaj's e-Chetak to speed into Europe by 2024

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The electric Chetak has already sold close to 25,000 units in India, and the European version will be based on the same platform.

Ram Navami celebrated across country amid tight security in many states

Ram Navami celebrated across country amid tight security in many states

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Temples across Uttar Pradesh were packed with devotees on Sunday for Ram Navami, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath leading prayers at the Gorakhnath Temple. Heavy crowds were witnessed at temples in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi, where security was heightened. In Gorakhpur, Adityanath performed the traditional kanya pujan ritual, while in Varanasi, a 51-foot statue of Lord Ram has become a major attraction. The festival was celebrated with enthusiastic fervor across the state.

Why Gadkari's visit to Iran is important

Why Gadkari's visit to Iran is important

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

The Chabahar port, says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar, 'can be the first significant footfall in an Indian variant of the 'Belt and Road' initiative.'

Will Gadkari's pod taxi dream ever come true?

Will Gadkari's pod taxi dream ever come true?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

The estimated cost of the metrino is Rs 50 crore per km and each pod can accommodate three to four persons, Megha Manchanda/Business Standard reports from New Delhi.

RSS' Gurumurthy tries to defuse tension within BJP

RSS' Gurumurthy tries to defuse tension within BJP

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

The regret expressed by Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari's on his remark on Swami Vivekananda ahead of the party's core committee meet eased tensions among its members.

Sacked Goa RSS chief blames Gadkari for his ouster, says Parrikar cheated voters

Sacked Goa RSS chief blames Gadkari for his ouster, says Parrikar cheated voters

Rediff.com1 Sep 2016

A day after being booted out by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh from the post of Goa unit chief, Subhash Velingkar asserts that the Bharatiya Janata Party will pay dearly for his ouster.

Say sorry for arrests in cash-for-vote: BJP to PM, Sonia

Say sorry for arrests in cash-for-vote: BJP to PM, Sonia

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

Bharatiya Janata party president Nitin Gadkari on Friday said Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and United Progressive Alliance chairperson Sonia Gandhi should apologise to the nation for the "political conspiracy" under which BJP whistle-blowers were jailed in the cash-for-vote scam.

Modi inaugurates projects worth Rs 7,600cr in poll-bound Chhattisgarh

Modi inaugurates projects worth Rs 7,600cr in poll-bound Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Modi also virtually flagged off a new train between Antagarh in Kanker district and Raipur and kickstarted the distribution of cards of the Centre's Ayushman Bharat scheme to beneficiaries in the state.

Decongesting big cities tops Gadkari's priority list

Decongesting big cities tops Gadkari's priority list

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

The ministry also wants to extend support to states through a special provision from the proposed Rs 25,000 crore fund for electric bus and personal rapid transport initiatives.

BJP vows to revive TN upper house abolished by ally AIADMK founder

BJP vows to revive TN upper house abolished by ally AIADMK founder

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

The BJP promised revival of the legislative council in Tamil Nadu, which was abolished decades ago by its ally, the ruling AIADMK, if their combine was voted to power in the coming assembly elections.

Ahead of big day, Fadnavis seeks blessings from senior leaders

Ahead of big day, Fadnavis seeks blessings from senior leaders

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Maharashtra chief minister-designate Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday met Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari at his residence in the national capital.

India Welcomes Sheikh Hasina In Style

India Welcomes Sheikh Hasina In Style

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

India laid out the red carpet and accorded a ceremonial reception for one of this country's most valued allies, Sheikh Hasina

Cong's minority appeasement policy a threat: BJP

Cong's minority appeasement policy a threat: BJP

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari on Monday criticised the Congress for its 'minority appeasement' policy, saying this was threatening the country's unity.

Why do prices rise during Congress rule, asks BJP

Why do prices rise during Congress rule, asks BJP

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari on Monday held Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar responsible for the unprecedented rise in food prices in India.

Time frame of 300 highway projects cut by 3 months: Gadkari

Time frame of 300 highway projects cut by 3 months: Gadkari

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Of these, about 100 projects are likely to be completed by December 2018.

Will Kejriwal end up preparing the ground for Modi?

Will Kejriwal end up preparing the ground for Modi?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2012

Through his exposes, be it on Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law Robert Vadra, Law Minister Salman Khurshid or Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari, Arvind Kejriwal is slowly delineating his political strategy, says Neerja Chowdhury

Delhi Metrino: Traveling in driverless pods to become a reality

Delhi Metrino: Traveling in driverless pods to become a reality

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

The ropeway like system runs on electricity and driverless pods and comes down at designated stations, removing the traffic burden from congested roads.

Kerala violence: BJP delegation meets Prez

Kerala violence: BJP delegation meets Prez

Rediff.com22 May 2016

Nitin Gadkari led BJP delegation on Sunday met President Pranab Mukherjee over Kerala violence issue.

Mizoram polls: Won't ally with BJP even if we fail to get majority, says ZPM

Mizoram polls: Won't ally with BJP even if we fail to get majority, says ZPM

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Zoram People's Movement's working chairman K Sapdanga made the announcement after the Congress accused the party of entering into a "secret understanding" with the BJP for forming a post-poll alliance.

Will BJP sort out issues with Munde on Sunday?

Will BJP sort out issues with Munde on Sunday?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2011

Senior BJP leader Gopinath Munde, sulking over some decisions taken in his own state Maharashtra, on Saturday held discussions with senior party colleagues M Venkaiah Naidu and Ananth Kumar but party President Nitin Gadkari stayed away from the exercise.

PM for developing 1,100 islands, 300 lighthouses: Gadkari

PM for developing 1,100 islands, 300 lighthouses: Gadkari

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

The move will lead to augmentation of water infrastructure in the country

Top BJP leaders to finalise Presidential poll strategy

Top BJP leaders to finalise Presidential poll strategy

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari, parliamentary party chief L K Advani and Leader of Opposition of both Houses of Parliament will finalise the strategy for Presidential and Vice Presidential elections and discuss the issue with the National Democratic Alliance partners.

Modi threatened to quit if Joshi didn't step down

Modi threatened to quit if Joshi didn't step down

Rediff.com24 May 2012

Purshottam Rupala, a confidante of Modi, gave the Gujarat chief minister's resignation letter to BJP president Nitin Gadkari at the agenda meeting of the national executive in Mumbai on Thursday.

BJP leadership faces uncomfortable questions on Modi

BJP leadership faces uncomfortable questions on Modi

Rediff.com24 May 2012

Bharatiya Janata Party President Nitin Gadkari's stress on unity and discipline in the party gave fodder to the media to shoot uncomfortable questions, including whether Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi was the target, during the briefing of the party national executive on Thursday.

BJP to approach NHRC seeking rights for Hindu refugees

BJP to approach NHRC seeking rights for Hindu refugees

Rediff.com13 May 2012

Bharatiya Janata Party will soon approach the National Human Rights Commission seeking constitutional protection for Hindu refugees from erstwhile East Pakistan and Bangladesh, party President Nitin Gadkari said on Sunday.