News for 'Northeast India'

Now, see the 'real' Yuvraj Singh in a web series

Now, see the 'real' Yuvraj Singh in a web series

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh is set to star in a web series along with his brother Zoravar Singh and wife, actor Hazel Keech. Zoravar will play the lead in the web series and their mother Shabnam Singh will also be associated with the project, production banner's Nita Sarma said in Guwahati.

20% of Muslims voted for BJP in 2019, finds Pew survey

20% of Muslims voted for BJP in 2019, finds Pew survey

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

The survey indicates that the Congress -- one of the main opposition parties to the BJP -- was the top choice among Muslims (30 per cent), Christians (30 per cent) and Sikhs (33 per cent) in 2019, reports Aditi Phadnis.

Lt Gen Naravane to take charge as Army Chief today

Lt Gen Naravane to take charge as Army Chief today

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

Lt Gen Naravane is currently serving as Vice Chief of the Army. In his 37 years of service, Lt Gen Naravane has served in numerous command and staff appointments in peace, field and highly active counter-insurgency environments in Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast.

Sarma or Sonowal: Who will be Assam's CM?

Sarma or Sonowal: Who will be Assam's CM?

Rediff.com3 May 2021

Finance Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma added to the mystery by declaring only that the next CM would be from the BJP, without naming Sarbananda Sonowal, the CM of the outgoing government.

2 metro stations shut as pro, anti-CAA groups clash in Delhi's Jaffrabad

2 metro stations shut as pro, anti-CAA groups clash in Delhi's Jaffrabad

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Police fired tear gas shells as members of the two groups pelted stones at each other in Maujpur. For security reasons, the entry and exit gates of the Maujpur-Babarpur metro station were closed. Gates of the Jaffrabad station were also closed earlier in the day.

The beauties who made India proud in 2016

The beauties who made India proud in 2016

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

The gorgeous beauty queens who put India on the world map.

India always first choice for any deal: Lanka

India always first choice for any deal: Lanka

Rediff.com2 Jun 2007

His remarks followed National Security Advisor M K Narayanan's recent remarks in Chennai that Sri Lanka should not seek weapons from Pakistan or China, but should come to India for its requirements.

Chennai received more rainfall in over 100 yrs on Dec 1-2: NASA

Chennai received more rainfall in over 100 yrs on Dec 1-2: NASA

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

On December 1and 2, flood-ravaged Chennai received more rainfall in 24 hours than it had seen on any day since 1901, according to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Govt to use satellite imaging to demarcate borders of NE states

Govt to use satellite imaging to demarcate borders of NE states

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Two senior government functionaries said the task has been given to the North Eastern Space Application Centre (NESAC), a joint initiative of the Department of Space (DoS) and the North Eastern Council (NEC).

'Shah must resign': Oppn hold protests against govt over Delhi riots

'Shah must resign': Oppn hold protests against govt over Delhi riots

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

The Congress and other opposition parties have accused the police of bias and inaction in the Delhi violence.

Violence no solution, seek dialogue: PM in 'Mann ki Baat'

Violence no solution, seek dialogue: PM in 'Mann ki Baat'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

He said that the countrymen will be thrilled to know that insurgency in the North-East has considerably reduced.

27 dead in 2 days, 106 arrested; Delhi remains tense

27 dead in 2 days, 106 arrested; Delhi remains tense

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Hospital authorities said of the deceased at the GTB, at least nine received gun shots. One of the deceased is also a woman, they said.

Govt won't tolerate hate crimes: Rijiju on attack on NE students

Govt won't tolerate hate crimes: Rijiju on attack on NE students

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

Assuring that no stone will be left unturned to stop racist attacks against people from Northeast, Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju on Saturday said the Centre will soon implement recommendations of Bezbaruah committee formed to look into the issue.

To trim losses Jet suspends flights to 9 destinations

To trim losses Jet suspends flights to 9 destinations

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

The airline has closed reservation for flights to Silchar, Imphal, Aizawl, Jorhat in northeastern states from mid-February. Reservation has also been closed for flights to Madurai, Visakhapatnam, Raipur, Muscat and Sharjah.

Parched South India faces biggest water crisis

Parched South India faces biggest water crisis

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

Kerala, Andhra, Tamil Nadu and Kerala are facing a severe drought this year, affecting livelihoods as well as lives.

Probe on after families allege 5 men kidnapped by China from Arunachal

Probe on after families allege 5 men kidnapped by China from Arunachal

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

The alleged incident occurred on Friday in Nacho area of the district, their families said.

PHOTOS: Thousands celebrate at India Day Parade in New York

PHOTOS: Thousands celebrate at India Day Parade in New York

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

The 37th India Day Parade organised by the Federation of Indian Associations.

HC lists pleas on Delhi riots, hate speeches for March 12

HC lists pleas on Delhi riots, hate speeches for March 12

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

The pleas also include a separate petition alleging hate speeches by other political figures including Congress party's Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.

Chargesheets filed in 361 Delhi riots cases out of 758: HC told

Chargesheets filed in 361 Delhi riots cases out of 758: HC told

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

In its affidavit filed in October, the investigating agency said that while charges are yet to be framed in 287 cases, 4 FIRs have been quashed by the high court.

Majuli becomes first island district of India

Majuli becomes first island district of India

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

Majuli -- the seat of neo-Vaishnavite Bhakti renaissance -- on Thursday became India's first island district with Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurating it as the 35th district of Assam.

Nisarga weakens further; now a deep depression: IMD

Nisarga weakens further; now a deep depression: IMD

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'There was a slight change of direction towards north-eastwards which meant the impact of the cyclone on Mumbai was less severe than originally expected,' the IMD said in a statement.

CSR spend by listed companies highest-ever in FY19

CSR spend by listed companies highest-ever in FY19

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

The biggest spend (Rs 4,406 crore) was for Schedule VII (II), which involves "promoting education, including special education and employment enhancing vocation skills, especially among children, women, elderly and the differently abled and livelihood enhancement projects". The FY19 spend was 17.2 per cent higher than Rs 1,0128.3 crore spent during the previous year.

Delhi: Constable among 4 killed in violent clashes over CAA, 50 injured

Delhi: Constable among 4 killed in violent clashes over CAA, 50 injured

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

The violence-affected areas witnessed several rounds of stone-pelting from pro and anti-CAA protesters. At least 11 police personnel, including DCP Shahdara and ACP (Gokalpuri) were injured. 2 CRPF personnel were also injured. All private and government schools in Northeast Delhi district will remain closed on Tuesday.

In a relief to farmers, Skymet predicts normal monsoon

In a relief to farmers, Skymet predicts normal monsoon

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Skymet said the monsoon this year could be 100 per cent of the long period average (LPA) with a model error of plus and minus 5 per cent.

Cong-AIUDF will open all gates to infiltrators: Shah in Assam

Cong-AIUDF will open all gates to infiltrators: Shah in Assam

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday alleged that if the Congress-All India United Democratic Front combine come to power in Assam they will open 'all gates' to welcome infiltrators.

Pak-born Raza in Zimbabwe squad for India series

Pak-born Raza in Zimbabwe squad for India series

Rediff.com7 Jul 2013

Pakistan-born cricketer Sikander Raza, who recently made his debut against Bangladesh in a home series, has been named in the 16-member Zimbabwe squad, led by Brendon Taylor that will take on India in a five match ODI series starting July 24, in Harare.

What Vikas Yatra is Modi talking about?

What Vikas Yatra is Modi talking about?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

A report by the Azim Premji University showed that during the pandemic 270 million Indians were pushed into poverty. Meaning that they were not poor according to the government poverty line before, but have become now. Aakar Patel mulls on the state of the nation as the Modi government enters its eighth year.

LAC under watch as China heightens activities: GOC-in-C Eastern Command

LAC under watch as China heightens activities: GOC-in-C Eastern Command

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Giving an account of India's overall military modernisation, Lt Gen Pande also said that an in-principle approval has been given to new combat formations called the Integrated Battle Groups (IBGs) which can mobilise fast with a more effective approach.

'Disruptions pose problems for all businesses': Coca-Cola CEO

'Disruptions pose problems for all businesses': Coca-Cola CEO

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Replying to a question on the recent spate of protests and riots, Coca-Cola's Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer James Quincey said, "If there are disruptions in the functioning of a society, there will be some degree of problems for all businesses." "India is a vibrant democracy and it needs to work out what is going on. It is hoped that things get worked out in an appropriate democratic manner," he added.

Unusual animal friendships that will melt your heart

Unusual animal friendships that will melt your heart

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

A few days back a news report mentioning that a cat in Crimea had adopted four orphaned baby squirrels turned viral and made netizens across the world go 'awww'. Following that we take a look at the surprising bonds between predator and prey -- animals forming the unlikeliest of friendships.

2020 was 8th warmest year since 1901: IMD

2020 was 8th warmest year since 1901: IMD

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Twelve out of the 15 warmest years since 1901 were during the past 15 years -- between 2006 and 2020, according to IMD data.

ELECTION RESULTS: How did the heavyweights fare

ELECTION RESULTS: How did the heavyweights fare

Rediff.com3 May 2021

As results pour in for the four states -- West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Assam -- and one Union Territory -- Puducherry - here's a glimpse at the leaders who are trailing and those who are leading.

These are India's 10 COVID-19 hotspots

These are India's 10 COVID-19 hotspots

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

There are two hotspots each in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Kerala and Maharashtra and one each in Gujarat and Rajasthan

ISL Auction: Why John Abraham's North East Utd picked Seityasen

ISL Auction: Why John Abraham's North East Utd picked Seityasen

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

North East United FC had a pretty forgettable inaugural season, but they look to make amends in the second edition of the Indian Super League.

P A Sangma's life is a narrative of faith and affirmation

P A Sangma's life is a narrative of faith and affirmation

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

'His contagious smile and peal of laughter, his affirmative approach to national challenges, his faith and conviction in India's future and his profound attachment to the welfare of the northeast attracted anyone who came in touch with him,' says Dr Anirban Ganguly.

Why the Naga peace process hit a roadblock

Why the Naga peace process hit a roadblock

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

It is the NSCN-IM which is having the last laugh as speculation grows that Nagaland Governor R N Ravi may have been replaced as Naga interlocutor.

Lt Gen Manoj Naravane to be next Army Chief

Lt Gen Manoj Naravane to be next Army Chief

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Naravane's appointment has been cleared at the highest level, adding the government has followed the principle of seniority in the appointment.

Police lodged 5 FIRs in same Delhi riots incident, HC quashes 4

Police lodged 5 FIRs in same Delhi riots incident, HC quashes 4

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

The Delhi high court has quashed four FIRs lodged for the alleged offences of looting and setting on fire a compound during the North East Delhi riots last year, saying there cannot be a second FIR and fresh investigation for the same cognisable offence.

Discontent in BJP over Shaheen Bagh event

Discontent in BJP over Shaheen Bagh event

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

'The joining put the party in a spot not only because the area was an anti-CAA protest venue, but also because it is being linked to the February riots in northeast Delhi'