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BJP's best show in J-K polls is simply not good enough

BJP's best show in J-K polls is simply not good enough

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The BJP has emerged the second largest party by winning 29 constituencies in the maiden assembly polls post abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, improving its all-time high tally of 25 seats recorded in 2014 elections.

Atul Subhash suicide: 'Judge laughed when wife told him to end his life'

Atul Subhash suicide: 'Judge laughed when wife told him to end his life'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The family of the 34-year-old techie who allegedly died by suicide in Bengaluru, has demanded justice for him and strict action against his harassers, so that his 'soul can rest in peace'.

Why Is Gandhinagar Station Special?

Why Is Gandhinagar Station Special?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

A Swedish girl waited for 10 years to meet her love, a youth hailing from Uttar Pradesh's Etah, and finally got married on January 29.

CBI officers who probed coal, excise policy cases among 31 get Prez medals

CBI officers who probed coal, excise policy cases among 31 get Prez medals

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Former Central Bureau of Investigation joint director Amit Kumar, who is now posted as Chhattisgarh police ADG, led the probe into the coal scam that resulted in convictions in a number of cases.

Eid Will Be Special With Salman's Sikandar

Eid Will Be Special With Salman's Sikandar

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Bhai returns to the big screen after 18 months.

Delhi stampede: Oppn slams govt, seeks Vaishnaw's resignation

Delhi stampede: Oppn slams govt, seeks Vaishnaw's resignation

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Opposition parties in India have demanded the resignation of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw after a stampede at New Delhi railway station killed 18 people. They blamed the government for "gross mismanagement" and accused them of "covering up" the death toll. The stampede occurred on Saturday night as passengers rushed to board trains for the Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj. The Congress, the Left, Trinamool Congress, and the Rashtriya Janata Dal have all criticized the government's handling of the situation, while BJP leaders have defended the government. The incident has highlighted the failure of the Railways and the government to make adequate arrangements for the large number of devotees travelling to Prayagraj.

'Dead' man wakes up on pyre, dies again; doctors suspended

'Dead' man wakes up on pyre, dies again; doctors suspended

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

A man declared dead by doctors woke up just as he was placed on the pyre much to the shock of those around but breathed his last a few hours later, the dramatic life and death story unfolding in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu area over Thursday and Friday.

When India Is At War, Opposition-Government Is At Peace

When India Is At War, Opposition-Government Is At Peace

Rediff.com19 May 2025

When the country has been at war, the Opposition has buried its differences with the government, points out Aditi Phadnis.

Nirbhaya convicts' hanging stayed; SC junks Pawan's review plea

Nirbhaya convicts' hanging stayed; SC junks Pawan's review plea

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

The judge passed the order on the plea by the convicts seeking adjournment of the executions 'sine die'. The four were scheduled to be hanged on February 1 at 6 am. This is for the second time that the execution of the death warrants has been deferred.

Before Chandrababu Naidu's Swearing In...

Before Chandrababu Naidu's Swearing In...

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Telugu Desam Party, Jana Sena party, Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs met in Vijayawada on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, a day before the National Democratic Party government was sworn in Andhra Pradesh.

Geeta Phogat's baby makes akhara debut

Geeta Phogat's baby makes akhara debut

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

Arjun is 10 months old.

Delhi hospital fire: Families yet to identify babies

Delhi hospital fire: Families yet to identify babies

Rediff.com26 May 2024

"Allah ko pyaari ho gayi meri beti," said Ansaar, whose 11-day-old daughter was among the seven newborns killed in a blaze at a childcare hospital.

Punjab: Grenade attack on BJP leader's home, 2 held; ISI link suspected

Punjab: Grenade attack on BJP leader's home, 2 held; ISI link suspected

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

A loud sound was heard at around 1 am outside Kalia's residence near Shastri Market in Jalandhar, police said, adding that no one was hurt in the incident.

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Modi's charisma may have weakened as last year's Lok Sabha poll results showed but in the eyes of the Sangh Parivar, it has not waned.' 'Minus a strong BJP government at the Centre for another decade and more, there is apprehension that an anti-Hindutva government could reverse many of the ideological gains that the Modi dispensation has achieved through its three terms,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Global barriers to trade are increasing'

'Global barriers to trade are increasing'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

'The steel industry expects the government to decide on safeguard measures from dumping post-Budget'

7 killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at Andhra temple

7 killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at Andhra temple

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The wall collapsed on the Rs 300 ticket queue line near the shopping complex on the ghat road from Simhagiri Bus Stand at around 3 am. Heavy overnight rains and strong winds are suspected to have loosened the soil, causing the structure to fall, Anitha told reporters.

BJP Celebrates Modi's Third Term

BJP Celebrates Modi's Third Term

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Celebrations had already begun at BJP headquarters before the full announcement of results.

TN: Heavy rains flood several areas; IMD issues orange alert

TN: Heavy rains flood several areas; IMD issues orange alert

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

Several areas of Tamil Nadu remain inundated after hours of heavy to moderate rainfall in the region. Water entered houses and markets in the low-lying residential areas of Erode district due to heavy rainfall throughout the night.

Confirmed! Khel Ratna for Sat-Chi, Arjuna for Shami

Confirmed! Khel Ratna for Sat-Chi, Arjuna for Shami

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Sports Ministry confirms Satwik, Chirag for Khel Ratna, Shami and 25 others for Arjuna award

Chiranjeevi's brother Pawan Kalyan to launch political party

Chiranjeevi's brother Pawan Kalyan to launch political party

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

It is raining political parties in Andhra Pradesh!

Rajouri terror attack: Death toll climbs to 4

Rajouri terror attack: Death toll climbs to 4

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

This was the first such attack in the past many years in the otherwise peaceful Jammu region and coincided with the first day of the New Year.

Kannada film Lucia to have a nationwide release

Kannada film Lucia to have a nationwide release

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

The first crowd-funded Kannada film will be released on September 6 by PVR's Director's Rare.

'Not sure if Lucia will be considered for Oscars'

'Not sure if Lucia will be considered for Oscars'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2013

Actor-director Pawan Kumar talks about the success of his Kannada film, Lucia.

For lone voter in Arunachal Pradesh, polling staff to trek 39 km

For lone voter in Arunachal Pradesh, polling staff to trek 39 km

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

"The journey from Hayuliang to Malogam takes a full day on foot," Joint Chief Electoral Officer Liken Koyu told PTI.

'Handcuffed and humiliated': Cong on deportation of Indians

'Handcuffed and humiliated': Cong on deportation of Indians

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

The Congress on Wednesday expressed sadness over 'pictures of Indians getting handcuffed and humiliated' while being deported from the United States and recalled that America had to express regret over the treatment meted out to India diplomat Devyani Khobragade in 2013 after the then United Progressive Alliance government retaliated sharply.

The 4 Congressmen eyeing Bansal's Chandigarh seat

The 4 Congressmen eyeing Bansal's Chandigarh seat

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Former Railway Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal's Chandigarh Lok Sabha seat is up for grabs. And there are quite a few in the reckoning. Anita Katyal reports

Who is India's Railway Minister?

Who is India's Railway Minister?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Pawan Kumar Bansal prefers to maintain a low profile and people who work with him say the minister is "very courteous".

Meet India's 'courteous' railway minister

Meet India's 'courteous' railway minister

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Pawan Kumar Bansal prefers to maintain a low profile and people who work with him say the minister is "very courteous".

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved 139 Padma awards including seven Padma Vibhushans, 19 Padma Bhushans and 113 Padma Shris.

PKL: Dabang Delhi inch closer to playoffs after crucial win

PKL: Dabang Delhi inch closer to playoffs after crucial win

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Dabang Delhi KC clinched a crucial 33-27 victory over Telugu Titans and moved up to second place in the Pro-Kabaddi League (PKL) in Pune on Thursday.

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Shami was there to receive the honours. He took 24 wickets in seven World Cup games last year.

Sikkim's ruling SKM sweeps assembly polls, wins 31 of 32 seats

Sikkim's ruling SKM sweeps assembly polls, wins 31 of 32 seats

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

The elections to 32 assembly constituencies in Sikkim were held simultaneously with the first phase of Lok Sabha elections on April 19.

BJP faces delay in choosing Delhi CM?

BJP faces delay in choosing Delhi CM?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to form its government in Delhi after winning the recent assembly elections. Party leaders have stated that the new chief minister should be chosen from the elected BJP MLAs, with several contenders emerging from the newly-elected members. The decision on the next chief minister is expected to be made after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from his foreign visit around February 15.

Woman groped on flooded Lucknow road, 16 held; 8 cops face action

Woman groped on flooded Lucknow road, 16 held; 8 cops face action

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

A woman riding pillion on a motorcycle was groped and harassed by a group of men in a waterlogged area in Lucknow, prompting police to arrest four people and take action against eight officials, including the deputy commissioner of police (DCP) concerned.

Village defence guard killed in gunfight with terrorists in J-K

Village defence guard killed in gunfight with terrorists in J-K

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

A massive search operation is underway to flush out the terrorists, who are believed to have recently infiltrated from Pakistan, they said.

Amit Kumar helps India take 6th place in wrestling World Cup

Amit Kumar helps India take 6th place in wrestling World Cup

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

World Championships silver medallist Amit Kumar won four of his five bouts as India finished sixth in the FILA Men's Freestyle Wrestling World Cup.

BJP mulls 2 deputy CMs in Delhi to reflect 'mini' India

BJP mulls 2 deputy CMs in Delhi to reflect 'mini' India

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The BJP is considering having two deputy chief ministers in the new Delhi government to represent the city as a "mini" India, party leaders said. The move is aimed at accommodating MLAs from different castes, communities, and regional backgrounds. The proposal is under consideration by the national leadership, which will also decide on the chief minister and other ministers. The process of government formation is expected to gain momentum after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from his foreign visit over the weekend.

Wrestler Geeta Phogat blessed with baby boy

Wrestler Geeta Phogat blessed with baby boy

Rediff.com25 Dec 2019

India's wrestler Geeta Phogat and her husband Pawan Kumar welcomed a baby boy on Tuesday. The 31-year-old Commonwealth Games gold medallist shared a picture of her baby on Twitter, seeking everyone's love and blessings.

Sikkim to see rise of Tamang as new satrap after record win

Sikkim to see rise of Tamang as new satrap after record win

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Fifteen years after quitting the Sikkim Democratic Front in 2009, he decimated Chamling's party, scripting history by winning 31 of 32 assembly seats in the Himalayan state in 2024.

Modi Woos NDA Allies to Form Government

Modi Woos NDA Allies to Form Government

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The first meeting of leaders of the National Democratic Alliance after the election results was held at caretaker Prime Minister Narendra D Modi's residence in New Delhi on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.