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Last 3-4 months were challenging for me mentally: Samson

Last 3-4 months were challenging for me mentally: Samson

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Sanju Samson was overlooked for the ODI World Cup despite averaging 55.7 with a strike rate of 104 in 13 ODI innings.

SC sends NCP MP's plea against conviction back to Kerala HC

SC sends NCP MP's plea against conviction back to Kerala HC

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

The Supreme Court on Tuesday set aside the Kerala high court order suspending the conviction and sentence of Lakshadweep Lok Sabha MP Mohammed Faizal in an attempt to murder case and remanded the matter back to the high court for fresh adjudication in six weeks.

Rahul's conviction 'just, proper and legal': Guj HC dismisses plea

Rahul's conviction 'just, proper and legal': Guj HC dismisses plea

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

The HC noted that there is no reasonable ground to stay the conviction.

Judge tweet: Editor Gurumurthy refuses to apologise once again in HC

Judge tweet: Editor Gurumurthy refuses to apologise once again in HC

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Gurumurthy's counsel said the journalist has already tendered his apology in relation to a tweet and there is no necessity for him to file another affidavit conveying an unconditional apology in clear terms.

Top scientist behind Russia's Sputnik V vaccine 'strangled to death'

Top scientist behind Russia's Sputnik V vaccine 'strangled to death'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Andrey Botikov, one of the scientists who helped to create the Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V, was strangled to death with a belt at his apartment in Moscow and police have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder, according to a Russian media report on Saturday.

Is Rahul Dividing India To Rule?

Is Rahul Dividing India To Rule?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Is it is necessary to play divisive politics to succeed in the next general elections? asks Dr Sudhir Bisht.

How Modi Lost While Winning

How Modi Lost While Winning

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

For the first time in his political career, he failed to carry his party to even a working majority -- and again, for the first time in his career, he finds himself in a situation where he cannot rule by dictatorial fiat, points out Prem Panicker.

SC refuses interim relief to Mahua, seeks reply from LS secy general

SC refuses interim relief to Mahua, seeks reply from LS secy general

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought a reply from the Lok Sabha secretary general on Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra's plea challenging her expulsion from the Lower House.

At Dussehra rally, Uddhav calls for coalition govt

At Dussehra rally, Uddhav calls for coalition govt

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday said the country needs a strong government but not of 'one party with brute majority', and batted for a coalition rule.

SC allows Alt News' Zubair to approach Delhi HC to quash Sitapur FIR

SC allows Alt News' Zubair to approach Delhi HC to quash Sitapur FIR

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday granted liberty to Alt News co-founder Mohammad Zubair to approach the Delhi high court for quashing of the FIR lodged against him at Sitapur in Uttar Pradesh.

Sachin Dhas: The prodigy who defied all odds

Sachin Dhas: The prodigy who defied all odds

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Living up to name: Beed's Little Sachin Dhas lives his father's dream

Foreign Policy As A Poll Tool Can Be Harmful

Foreign Policy As A Poll Tool Can Be Harmful

Rediff.com29 May 2024

It is time the political leaderships in this country arrived at a common ground over issues of foreign and security policy concerns. There has to be a greater communication between the government and the Opposition leaderships for the nation to present a unified face against the rest of the world, advises N Sathiya Moorthy.

Majority of Byju's shareholders vote for removing CEO, family members

Majority of Byju's shareholders vote for removing CEO, family members

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

More than 60 per cent of shareholders of edutech Byju's on Friday voted for removal of founder CEO Byju Raveendran and his family over alleged "mismanagement and failures" at what was once India's hottest tech startup, but the company dug in its heels, calling the voting done in the absence of founders as "invalid". Prosus - one of the six investors who had called the extraordinary general meeting (EGM) - in a statement said "shareholders unanimously passed all resolutions put forward for vote.

Tilak's selection for Asia Cup: 'Brave and smart call'

Tilak's selection for Asia Cup: 'Brave and smart call'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

The young Tilak Varma was included in the Indian team for the Asia Cup as the sixth specialist batter.

State can't get free pass saying 'national security': SC orders Pegasus probe panel

State can't get free pass saying 'national security': SC orders Pegasus probe panel

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

Citing national security, the Centre had refused to file a detailed affidavit in the matter.

Karnataka to await HC order before taking any decision on hijab row

Karnataka to await HC order before taking any decision on hijab row

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

"We (at the cabinet) discussed the hijab row, but as the high court is hearing the matter, we felt it is not appropriate for the cabinet to take any further decisions on the issue today. It was decided to wait for the court's verdict before taking any decision," Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister J C Madhuswamy said.

'Inputs ignored': Dhanlaxmi Bank independent director resigns from board

'Inputs ignored': Dhanlaxmi Bank independent director resigns from board

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Sridhar Kalyanasundaram, an independent director of private sector lender Dhanlaxmi Bank, has resigned from the board with effect from September 16. In his resignation letter, Kalyanasundaram has raised issues like factionalism in the board, his differences regarding rights issue and the alleged 'lack of in depth banking knowledge' in other members. This comes after Ravindran Pillai, head of RP Group, who holds 9.99 per cent stake in the bank (largest shareholder), came out with a special notice for removal of Kalyanasundaram.

IOA chief Ramachandran awarded Olympic Order

IOA chief Ramachandran awarded Olympic Order

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Indian Olympic Association president N Ramachandran was awarded the Olympic Order for outstanding service to the Olympic movement on Sunday.

SC dismisses Navy's plea against Tribunal order

SC dismisses Navy's plea against Tribunal order

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

The apex court dismissed the petition filed by the Navy challenging the Tribunal's verdict against it to consider Commodore A R Vardhan for promotion by a fresh review promotion board.

SKY could captain India in Australia T20s

SKY could captain India in Australia T20s

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Injured T20I captain Hardik Pandya is unlikely to be available for India's upcoming five-match series against Australia, starting November 23. The star all-rounder will require more time to recover from his left-ankle ligament tear.

India head coach Stimac handed one-match ban

India head coach Stimac handed one-match ban

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Stimac, a vastly experienced coach and 1998 World Cup bronze medallist for Croatia, interfered when Pakistan player Abdullah Iqbal was ready to make a throw-in. He tried to pull back the ball from the player, sparking wild reactions from some Pakistani players as well as some coaching staff.

Setback for Mallya, his plea against Sebi order dismissed

Setback for Mallya, his plea against Sebi order dismissed

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

In January, Sebi had barred Mallya and six former officials of USL from securities markets in a case related to illegal fund diversions.

CJI Chandrachud opens up on retirement age of judges

CJI Chandrachud opens up on retirement age of judges

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

"What the legislature cannot do is to say that we think the judgment is wrong and therefore we overrule the judgment. The judgment of a court cannot be directly overruled by the legislature," the CJI said.

26/11: US court rejects Rana's writ of habeas corpus

26/11: US court rejects Rana's writ of habeas corpus

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

A United States court has denied the writ of habeas corpus filed by Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman Tahawwur Rana, paving the way for US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to issue a certification for him to be extradited to India where he is sought for his involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

SC halts ASI survey, directs HC to hear Gyanvapi plea by Wednesday 5 pm

SC halts ASI survey, directs HC to hear Gyanvapi plea by Wednesday 5 pm

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

The Supreme Court ordered on Monday that no invasive work would be undertaken by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to determine if the Gyanvapi mosque located next to the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi was built upon a temple and agreed to hear a plea moved by the mosque committee during the day.

'Eknath Shinde is dispensable now'

'Eknath Shinde is dispensable now'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'The BJP used Shinde and Shiv Sena to decimate Uddhav Thackeray, humiliate him by taking away his party as well as party symbol.' 'The Shiv Sena and Eknath Shinde have served their purpose.'

How to Get A Scholarship At Oxford

How to Get A Scholarship At Oxford

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

The Savitribai Phule Graduate Scholarship will cover course fee to study at Somerville College, University of Oxford and a grant for living costs.

Hawaii judge indefinitely extends order blocking Trump's travel ban

Hawaii judge indefinitely extends order blocking Trump's travel ban

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

The US District Judge Derrick Watson blocked the core provision of the revised executive order two weeks ago arguing that it violated Establishment Clause of the Constitution by disfavouring Muslims.

How Rahul helped Siraj plot Sri Lanka's innings fail

How Rahul helped Siraj plot Sri Lanka's innings fail

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Siraj, who played a vital role in India's win in the opening ODI at Guwahati taking two wickets, said during the innings break on Thursday that Rahul noticed that the ball had stopped doing its bit after only the first over and that a new strategy would have to be employed against the experienced batting order.

Court asks Mumbai police to probe insult to national anthem charge against Mamata

Court asks Mumbai police to probe insult to national anthem charge against Mamata

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The Bombay high court on Wednesday refused to grant any relief to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in a complaint seeking action against her for allegedly disrespecting the national anthem at an event in Mumbai in 2022.

'Case against him genuine': Court rejects Sanjay Singh's bail

'Case against him genuine': Court rejects Sanjay Singh's bail

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

A Delhi court on Friday dismissed the bail application of Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh in a money laundering case related to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam.

Protestors used Guru Granth Sahib as shield to attack police: Punjab DGP

Protestors used Guru Granth Sahib as shield to attack police: Punjab DGP

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Despite giving an assurance of a peaceful demonstration, the protesters used sharp-edged weapons, the police said.

Manipur: INDIA MPs walk out of Rajya Sabha during Question Hour

Manipur: INDIA MPs walk out of Rajya Sabha during Question Hour

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

The Congress' chief whip Jairam Ramesh, said, 'Today, too, the INDIA parties demanded the prime minister's presence in the Rajya Sabha to make a statement on Manipur, to be followed by a discussion.'

Young Indians' Endless Struggle

Young Indians' Endless Struggle

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Being driven to abandon Indian middle-class values, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Corruption threat to society, must be dealt with an iron hand: SC

Corruption threat to society, must be dealt with an iron hand: SC

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and JK Maheshwari set aside the pre-arrest bail granted to Indian Revenue Service officer Santosh Karnani on an appeal by the Central Bureau of Investigation.

SC rules in 27-yr marital discord case for octogenarian couple, denies divorce

SC rules in 27-yr marital discord case for octogenarian couple, denies divorce

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

The top court said despite the increasing trend of filing divorce proceedings in courts, the institution of marriage is still considered to be a pious, spiritual and invaluable emotional life-net between couples in the Indian society.

Madras HC quashes TN order to reserve MBBS seats for state board students, calls it 'bad in law'

Madras HC quashes TN order to reserve MBBS seats for state board students, calls it 'bad in law'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

Justice K Ravichandrababu held that the impugned reservation was bad in law and violated Article 14 of the Constitution (Equality before law).

HC rejects Gandhis' plea against tax assessment transfer in case linked to arms dealer

HC rejects Gandhis' plea against tax assessment transfer in case linked to arms dealer

Rediff.com26 May 2023

The Delhi high court on Friday dismissed petitions by Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra against the income tax department's decision to transfer their assessments to the Central Circle, which is mandated to check tax evasion, instead of an ordinary assessment in a matter related to fugitive arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari.

Seattle judge halts Trump's immigration order

Seattle judge halts Trump's immigration order

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

Striking a major blow to Donald Trump, a federal judge in Seattle brought his administration's executive order on immigration to a halt nationwide Friday, issuing a temporary restraining order in US District Court until further hearings can be held.

Judges' ability to use Constitution key to...: CJI Chandrachud

Judges' ability to use Constitution key to...: CJI Chandrachud

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

The CJI also dealt with the principle of affirmative action by the state and said it was meant to achieve broader equality and was not against the right to equality.