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2023: 2nd Warmest Year Since 1901

2023: 2nd Warmest Year Since 1901

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

The five warmest years in Indian weather history have occurred in the past 14 years -- the others being 2009, 2017 and 2010, in order of intensity.

'I Can Never Give Up On Hope In The Judiciary'

'I Can Never Give Up On Hope In The Judiciary'

Rediff.com29 May 2024

'We were activists when we were students. It was as students that we were propelled to fight for justice. Neither of us regret that.' 'Where the country is now, more and more people should become vocal.'

NCERT tweaks references to Babri Masjid, Gujarat riots, Hindutva

NCERT tweaks references to Babri Masjid, Gujarat riots, Hindutva

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Dropping references to the demolition of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, the killing of Muslims in Gujarat riots and Hindutva, and tweaking the reference to Manipur's merger with India are among the latest set of revisions made public by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) in its textbooks.

Manipur violence: Won't share stage with Modi in Mizoram, says CM Zoramthanga

Manipur violence: Won't share stage with Modi in Mizoram, says CM Zoramthanga

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Zoramthanga's MNF is a part of the BJP-led North East Democratic Alliance and an ally of the NDA at the Centre.

'Modiji, Can We Survive Only On Rations?'

'Modiji, Can We Survive Only On Rations?'

Rediff.com19 May 2024

'Modi must see how we live, what we have to do to educate our children.'

How India Almost Gave Away Parts Of J&K To Pakistan

How India Almost Gave Away Parts Of J&K To Pakistan

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

India agreed to give up the Poonch salient as well as Uri. To the north India also proposed to give up land in the Gurez sector giving the entire Neelam/Kinshanganga valley to Pakistan. In return India sought control of the post dominating Kargil town, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Personnel battling Naxal violence bag bulk of bravery medals

Personnel battling Naxal violence bag bulk of bravery medals

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

The government on Monday announced service medals for 954 police personnel of various central and state forces on the eve of Independence Day.

Delhi riots accused student activist moves HC for anti-CAA stir videos, chats

Delhi riots accused student activist moves HC for anti-CAA stir videos, chats

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Kalita pleaded that she needed the videos and chats to prove her innocence, but the Delhi police counsel contended that her petitions were not maintainable.

Ram temple consecration: 14 couples from across country to be 'Yajmans'

Ram temple consecration: 14 couples from across country to be 'Yajmans'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

'They are from the north, east, west, south and northeast part of India. They will be the 'mukhya yajmaan' (main hosts)'

No Political Country For Young People

No Political Country For Young People

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

While 67 per cent of India's population is 39 years old or younger, states are governed by chief ministers who are 70 or older.

The threat in the North East

The threat in the North East

Rediff.com27 Apr 2004

UK's 'The Hundred' cricket tournament seeks Indian investors

UK's 'The Hundred' cricket tournament seeks Indian investors

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The report said that the expansion to 10 teams would happen in the next five years and "the likeliest locations are the south-west, in Bristol and Taunton, and the north-east, at Durham".

Duleep Trophy: Jayant replaces Mandeep as North Zone skipper

Duleep Trophy: Jayant replaces Mandeep as North Zone skipper

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Haryana all-rounder Jayant Yadav will lead North Zone in the upcoming Duleep Trophy after senior batter Mandeep Singh was ruled out of the tournament owing to an injury.

RA&W Gets A New Chief

RA&W Gets A New Chief

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Considered a neighbourhood specialist, Ravi Sinha has worked extensively in Jammu and Kashmir, the North East and other countries.

Duleep Trophy: Dhull hammers 193 as North Zone take lead

Duleep Trophy: Dhull hammers 193 as North Zone take lead

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Talented batter Yash Dhull hit a superb 193 decorated with 28 fours and two sixes to power North Zone to 433/3 in their first innings at stumps on day three of the Duleep Trophy quarter-final against East Zone.

27 killed in lightning strikes as rain batters Gujarat

27 killed in lightning strikes as rain batters Gujarat

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The rains were being caused due to a cyclonic circulation lying over north east Arabian sea and adjoining Saurashtra and Kutch regions, the IMD said in its bulletin.

North East film makes it to Cannes

North East film makes it to Cannes

Rediff.com6 May 2010

The 15-minute Last of the Tattooed Head Hunters, directed by Vikeyeno Zao and produced by Indrajit Narayan Dev and Hawksbill Productions will be screened at the festival's Short Film Corner, which begins on May 12.

Amidst turmoil, Manipur nurses cricket dreams

Amidst turmoil, Manipur nurses cricket dreams

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Usually, taking two wickets against a strong North Zone would leave any 17-year-old bowler with a wide smile. But Jotin Singh's smile had a tinge of nervousness.

Smoke Spiraling From Manipur Not Visible In Delhi?

Smoke Spiraling From Manipur Not Visible In Delhi?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

There is the problem of regions in the North East being theatre for power-play by nations with borders and influences converging in those parts, which in turn requires a sizable presence of the armed forces, notes Shyam G Menon.

Amit Shah calls all-party meet on Manipur on Saturday

Amit Shah calls all-party meet on Manipur on Saturday

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has convened an all-party meeting on June 24 in New Delhi to discuss the situation in Manipur which has witnessed sporadic violence since May 3.

Duleep Trophy: West and North Zones advance to semis

Duleep Trophy: West and North Zones advance to semis

Rediff.com11 Sep 2022

The Ajinkya Rahane-led West Zone were 268 for five when the match ended

Can tell you with guarantee...: Assam CM's claim on Manipur

Can tell you with guarantee...: Assam CM's claim on Manipur

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Sarma claimed there has been a lot of improvement in the neighbouring state in the last month.

Why Does Olympic Silver Medalist Mirabai Chanu Want To Return Medals?

Why Does Olympic Silver Medalist Mirabai Chanu Want To Return Medals?

Rediff.com31 May 2023

A memorandum to visiting Union Home Minister Amit A Shah, stated: 'Paramilitary forces might have been reluctant to prevent Kuki terrorists from attacking innocent civilians,' the news agency IANS reported.

On comeback trail, Rahane slams double ton in Duleep Trophy

On comeback trail, Rahane slams double ton in Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Rahane (207 batting) and Jaiswal (228) toyed with the North East bowling line-up

LS polls: Cong, AAP conclude initial seat-sharing talks in Delhi, Punjab

LS polls: Cong, AAP conclude initial seat-sharing talks in Delhi, Punjab

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

The leaders of the two parties discussed the possibilities of seat sharing but did not divulge any details.

Modi among first 195 BJP Lok Sabha candidates; See full list

Modi among first 195 BJP Lok Sabha candidates; See full list

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi will fight again from Varanasi in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections as it named 34 Union ministers in the first list of 195 candidates.

Why MoSha Are Worried About 2024 Lok Sabha Poll

Why MoSha Are Worried About 2024 Lok Sabha Poll

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Even if the BJP gets 60, 70, or even 100 per cent of the votes in the seats where it scored more than 50 per cent in the 2019 Lok Sabha election, these will still add up to only 224 seats, argues Shekhar Gupta.

Meet the best ambassadors of India's North-East

Meet the best ambassadors of India's North-East

Rediff.com21 Feb 2013

No, they are not politicians, bureaucrats or film stars, but a group of young singers who can stir the rusted chords of your soul with the power of their voice. Ladies and gentlemen... the Shillong Chamber Choir...

'If you take Hindutva out of BJP they are better in governance'

'If you take Hindutva out of BJP they are better in governance'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

'Earlier, a lot of fear was in the minds of people that the BJP is anti-Christian and anti-minority, but over the years people have learnt to accept that the BJP is just another national party.'

Duleep Trophy: Rinku, Mukesh set to take centrestage

Duleep Trophy: Rinku, Mukesh set to take centrestage

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

The latest edition of the grand opera that is Indian domestic season will begin in Bengaluru on Wednesday with the Duleep Trophy.

NDA ally to back Oppn's no-trust motion in Parliament

NDA ally to back Oppn's no-trust motion in Parliament

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

The MNF is deeply hurt over the condition of the Zo ethnic people in strife-torn Manipur, the MNF MP said.

PM promises development, peace in north-east

PM promises development, peace in north-east

Rediff.com27 Feb 2008

The prime minister on Wednesday addressed two election rallies of the party at Kohima in Nagaland and at Shillong in Meghalaya to woo voters before Assembly elections in both the hill states of the region.

Prez poll: Pranab Mukherjee campaigns in north-east

Prez poll: Pranab Mukherjee campaigns in north-east

Rediff.com6 Jul 2012

The presidential candidate of the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance, Pranab Mukherjee on Friday stated that he banked on judgement of the members of the Electoral College for the outcome of the forthcoming Presidential election.

North east leaders miffed over reduction of funds

North east leaders miffed over reduction of funds

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

The chief ministers and the governors of the north eastern state have expressed dissatisfaction over the 'continuous reduction' of budget allocations of the North Eastern Council in the successive five-year plan.

Indigenously-built missile destroyer INS Imphal to be commissioned on Tuesday

Indigenously-built missile destroyer INS Imphal to be commissioned on Tuesday

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

It is the first warship to have been named after a city from the Northeastern region, the approval for which was accorded by the President in April 2019.

Big luxury hotel chains eye North-East

Big luxury hotel chains eye North-East

Rediff.com9 Nov 2007

More than six hotel chains are looking at either building properties or expanding their presence in these states. ITC's WelcomHeritage brand, for instance, is scouting for properties in Nagaland and Kaziranga, Assam. The hotel, however, is already there in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya.

CIL strike: Power outages likely in north, east India

CIL strike: Power outages likely in north, east India

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

Power stations with captive mines might look at this as an opportunity to sell merchant power at higher rates.

Durand Cup: Mumbai City FC in quarters, Bodoland end campaign with historic win

Durand Cup: Mumbai City FC in quarters, Bodoland end campaign with historic win

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Navy's resistance was broken in the 34th minute as Mumbai took the lead. Bipin Singh's pass from the left found Pereyra Diaz who had to just tap in to score.

Any law becomes 'obsolete' after 50 yrs: Shah on need to replace IPC

Any law becomes 'obsolete' after 50 yrs: Shah on need to replace IPC

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

It will expedite disposal of cases as they won't get inordinately delayed, Shah said.

Cyclone Biparjoy: 1 lakh evacuated, will try to minimise loss, says NDRF DG

Cyclone Biparjoy: 1 lakh evacuated, will try to minimise loss, says NDRF DG

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

The DG said the maximum of four teams of the NDRF have been positioned in Kutch district and the Gujarat government has done an in-depth evacuation exercise as part of which fishing boats have been anchored, big ships have been sent to the high seas so that they are not affected by the tidal waves, more than 4,000 hoarding have been taken down so that they don't become deadly flying objects as strong winds blow.