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Kanpur encounter: ADG says lapses on part of cops will be probed

Kanpur encounter: ADG says lapses on part of cops will be probed

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police H C Awasthi said that the operation is still underway to nab the criminals who had fled after shooting at the police.

Accused in Gorakhpur temple attack case to undergo psychological test

Accused in Gorakhpur temple attack case to undergo psychological test

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

The Uttar Pradesh police will get a psychological test done on Ahmad Murtaza Abbasi, accused in the attack on security personnel outside Gorakhpur's Gorakhnath temple, a senior official said on Thursday.

Look who turned up for Nitish Kumar's swearing-in ceremony

Look who turned up for Nitish Kumar's swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Political leaders from across states in the country have turned up for the event. Here's a glimpse at some of the leaders who have shown up for the big-ticket event.

Midnight decision disrespectful: Rahul on CEC appointment

Midnight decision disrespectful: Rahul on CEC appointment

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticized the government's decision to appoint Gyanesh Kumar as the new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) in the middle of the night, arguing that it is "disrespectful" and "discourteous" given the ongoing Supreme Court challenge to the selection process. Gandhi presented a dissent note to the selection committee, stating that the process violates the Supreme Court order and undermines the integrity of the electoral process.

Will Nitish Dump BJP Again?

Will Nitish Dump BJP Again?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

'Nitish Kumar may take a decision to dump the BJP alliance by November.'

SC to hear pleas against CEC appointment under new law

SC to hear pleas against CEC appointment under new law

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

It will be court's opinion versus the legislative power to enact law, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said as it posted the pleas challenging the appointment of the chief election commissioner and election commissioners under the 2023 law on February 4.

Yogi sacks DGP for 'neglecting official work'

Yogi sacks DGP for 'neglecting official work'

Rediff.com11 May 2022

The statement added that Goel was removed from the post of DGP for not taking interest in departmental work.

Umar Khalid's bail hearing adjourned till January 10

Umar Khalid's bail hearing adjourned till January 10

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned till January 10 the hearing on the bail plea of former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Umar Khalid in a case lodged under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) over his alleged involvement in the conspiracy behind the northeast Delhi riots of February 2020.

Allahabad HC grants bail to journalist Prashant Kanojia

Allahabad HC grants bail to journalist Prashant Kanojia

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Kanojia was arrested for allegedly sharing an objectionable social media post on Ram Temple.

FIH Hockey5s World Cup: Simranjeet to lead India men; Rajni to captain women

FIH Hockey5s World Cup: Simranjeet to lead India men; Rajni to captain women

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Simranjeet Singh and Rajni Etimarpu will lead the men's and women's sides respectively as Hockey India on Sunday named the Indian teams for the upcoming FIH Hockey5s World Cup to be held in Muscat, Oman.

Muslim woman moves SC to be governed by Indian succession law

Muslim woman moves SC to be governed by Indian succession law

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court of India has sought the Indian government's response to a petition filed by a Muslim woman seeking to be governed by the Indian succession law instead of Shariat. The woman, Safiya P.M., argues that she does not believe in Shariat and wants to be governed by secular law, including the Indian Succession Act of 1925. The court has asked the government to file a counter affidavit within four weeks.

'What if it's poisoned?', says Akhilesh refusing police station tea

'What if it's poisoned?', says Akhilesh refusing police station tea

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

A Samajwadi Party office bearer, Manish Jagan Agarwal, was arrested here earlier in the day for allegedly making indecent and derogatory remarks on social media.

Bihar cops obtain reference NEET papers, ED likely to join probe

Bihar cops obtain reference NEET papers, ED likely to join probe

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

The Bihar Police's Economic Offences Unit, which is probing the alleged National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (Undergraduate) (NEET-UG) paper leak case, on Saturday claimed to have obtained reference question papers of the test conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) and planned to compare these with documents recovered from a flat in Patna during a search operation last month.

SC takes note of Allahabad HC judge's remark at VHP event

SC takes note of Allahabad HC judge's remark at VHP event

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

The Supreme Court has sought details from the Allahabad High Court regarding controversial statements made by Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav at a VHP function. The development comes amid calls for action against the judge for his remarks, which have been labeled as hate speech by some. The judge's statements were made at a VHP function on December 8, where he spoke about the Uniform Civil Code and the law working according to the majority. Several individuals and organizations, including lawyer Prashant Bhushan and CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat, have called for an inquiry into the judge's conduct and for his removal from judicial duties.

Prashant Kishor, Pavan Varma expelled from JD-U

Prashant Kishor, Pavan Varma expelled from JD-U

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

The JD-U said that the conduct of the two leaders in recent past has made it clear that they don't want to abide by the party's discipline. Both leaders have been critical of the party president and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over the CAA/NRC issue.

Prashant Kishor to join Cong? Rahul brainstormed with leaders

Prashant Kishor to join Cong? Rahul brainstormed with leaders

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

Most of the leaders who attended the meeting agreed that Kishor joining the Congress would be beneficial for the party, they added.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

A summary of Friday's action in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

Mukhtar Ansari's son alleges 'slow poisoning' in jail

Mukhtar Ansari's son alleges 'slow poisoning' in jail

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Mukhtar Ansari was subjected to slow poisoning in jail, Umar Ansari, the son of the gangster-turned-politician who died of cardiac arrest at a hospital in Uttar Pradesh's Banda, alleged early Friday.

5 of a family among 6 killed in violence over land in UP's Deoria

5 of a family among 6 killed in violence over land in UP's Deoria

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Former district panchayat member Prem Yadav, 50, was attacked with sharp edged weapons and killed by his rival Satyaprakash Dubey and his family when he went to the latter's house. In retaliation, Yadav's supporters from Abhaipur attacked Dubey's house and killed Dubey and four of his family.

ED probe against Sidda's wife: Irregularities found

ED probe against Sidda's wife: Irregularities found

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Evidence of several irregularities have been detected in the transfer of 14 sites by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) to B M Parvathi, the wife of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, according to the Enforcement Directorate.

Stop false and misleading advertisements, SC warns Ramdev's Patanjali

Stop false and misleading advertisements, SC warns Ramdev's Patanjali

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

During the brief hearing, the bench asked Patanjali Ayurved not to publish misleading claims and advertisements against modern systems of medicine.

Strategically controversial: Prashant Kishore

Strategically controversial: Prashant Kishore

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

The now active member of the Janata Dal-United has been approached by Trinamool Congress, Shiv Sena in Maharashtra and Janata Dal-Secular in Karnataka to help them in the upcoming elections, reports Satyavrat Mishra.

Coal scam: Justice Viswanathan recuses himself

Coal scam: Justice Viswanathan recuses himself

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Justice Vishwanathan said he was in "the Common Cause (the NGO which had filed the PIL in coal scam cases). This case was of the ED (Enforcement Directorate), but still...".

UP ATS arrests Jaish terrorist for plot to kill Nupur Sharma

UP ATS arrests Jaish terrorist for plot to kill Nupur Sharma

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

The Anti-Terrorist Squad of Uttar Pradesh Police on Friday arrested an alleged terrorist linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed, who was tasked with carrying out a fidayeen attack on suspended Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Nupur Sharma.

Can Kejriwal Make It Three In A Row?

Can Kejriwal Make It Three In A Row?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The BJP may win more seats in the February 5 assembly election, but not enough to trump AAP, notes Ramesh Menon.

Prashant Kishor meets Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray

Prashant Kishor meets Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

"As part of NDA, we look forward to joining forces with you in Maharashtra to help secure victory in upcoming Lok Sabha elections & beyond. @nitishkumar," Kishor tweeted while tagging JD-U president Nitish Kumar.

The Coming Dementia Epidemic

The Coming Dementia Epidemic

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Around 7.4 per cent of Indians aged 60 and above are affected by dementia. This number is expected to rise from the current 8.8 million to 17 million by 2036, marking a 97 per cent increase.

Not making false ads, give us death sentence if found guilty: Patanjali

Not making false ads, give us death sentence if found guilty: Patanjali

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The company further said, "We humbly respect the Supreme Court of India and if we make false advertisements or propaganda, we would not have any objections if honourable court imposes a fine of crores or even give us a death sentence."

Does life term mean entire life? SC to hear triple murder convict's plea

Does life term mean entire life? SC to hear triple murder convict's plea

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

The plea said if imprisonment for life is construed till natural life, then it violates the fundamental right of a convicted person.

UP police arrest Bajrang Muni Das for hate speech against Muslims

UP police arrest Bajrang Muni Das for hate speech against Muslims

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

The Uttar Pradesh Police on Wednesday arrested Bajrang Muni Das of Maharishi Shri Laxman Das Udasin ashram, days after he allegedly made a hate speech and issued a "rape threat" in Sitapur.

UP cops gun down gangster involved in 18 murder cases

UP cops gun down gangster involved in 18 murder cases

Rediff.com5 May 2023

According to the police, a Special Task Force team retaliated when the gangster, recently released from prison on bail, opened fire at them after being cornered. His car had crashed into a pole.

Bypoll boost for NDA in Bihar, Assam, Meghalaya; jolt in Bengal

Bypoll boost for NDA in Bihar, Assam, Meghalaya; jolt in Bengal

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The juggernaut of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance, which triumphed in three of the four east and north-eastern states that went for assembly bypolls on Saturday, was halted yet again in West Bengal where Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress registered a six-on-six clean sweep.

'MSMEs, mid-corporate will be focus for loan growth'

'MSMEs, mid-corporate will be focus for loan growth'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

'As these segments are growing at 25 per cent for the last three years, credit quality has been extremely good.'

SC grants police protection to woman fearing threat from family

SC grants police protection to woman fearing threat from family

Rediff.com30 May 2023

The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Delhi police to grant protection to a 20-year-old woman who allegedly ran away from home and is apprehending a threat to her life from her family members.

SC dismisses plea against surrogacy rules barring donor gametes for couples

SC dismisses plea against surrogacy rules barring donor gametes for couples

Rediff.com30 May 2023

The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed a plea challenging Union health ministry rules which prohibit donor gametes to couples opting for children through surrogacy.

'Yogendra Yadav, Prashant Bhushan should depart gracefully from AAP'

'Yogendra Yadav, Prashant Bhushan should depart gracefully from AAP'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2015

Aam Aadmi Party leader Kumar Vishwas on Friday called on senior party leaders Prashant Bhushan and Yogendra Yadav to leave the party 'gracefully' if nothing was working out.

Plea in SC seeks halt on export of weapons to Israel

Plea in SC seeks halt on export of weapons to Israel

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

A PIL has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a direction to the Centre to cancel licences and not to grant new ones to Indian firms exporting arms and other military equipment to Israel, which is fighting a war in Gaza.

Kejriwal ropes in Prashant Kishor for Delhi polls

Kejriwal ropes in Prashant Kishor for Delhi polls

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

Ahead of Assembly polls due early next year in Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday announced that political strategist Prashant Kishor's Indian PAC will manage the poll campaign of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party in the national capital.

Prophet remark: 337 people booked for violence in UP

Prophet remark: 337 people booked for violence in UP

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

Thirteen FIRs have also been registered in nine districts in this connection.

Better demand trends upgrade Indian Hotels to prfit suite

Better demand trends upgrade Indian Hotels to prfit suite

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

After a quiet April-June quarter in 2024-25 (FY25), the operational and financial performance of India's largest listed hotel company, Indian Hotels Company, clearly rebounded in the July-September quarter (Q2) of FY25. With double-digit growth in the average room rate (ARR) and higher occupancy, the Taj Hotels chain owner reported a 16 per cent revenue increase and a 30 per cent rise in operating profit.