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'Do it, or we will': SC to Centre on women coast guards

'Do it, or we will': SC to Centre on women coast guards

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Declaring that women cannot be left out, the Supreme Court on Monday told the Centre to ensure that women are granted permanent commission in the Indian Coast Guard and said the court will do it if the government doesn't.

Who will 'fact check' Modi govt?: Congress on new IT rules

Who will 'fact check' Modi govt?: Congress on new IT rules

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

"Muzzling the Internet and censoring online content through PIB is the Modi government's definition of 'fact checking'," Pawan Khera alleged.

India Gains Upper Hand In China Port Rivalry

India Gains Upper Hand In China Port Rivalry

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

The Sittwe deal is more significant than Chabahar in Iran, where India has rights to operate only two terminals and not the port itself.

Govt alone can't determine fake news: Editors Guild on new IT rules

Govt alone can't determine fake news: Editors Guild on new IT rules

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

The guild said that already multiple laws exist to deal with content that is found to be factually incorrect.

When Modi Met Biden in Rome

When Modi Met Biden in Rome

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

No such frost was visible at the G-20 summit in Rome if this Press Information Bureau photograph is evidence.

Remembering Chacha Nehru on his birthday

Remembering Chacha Nehru on his birthday

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

On his 125th birth anniversary, Congress leaders, President Pranab Mukherjee, Vice President Hamid Ansari and others paid tribute to India's first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.

When Modi Visited A Delhi Hospital...

When Modi Visited A Delhi Hospital...

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

'Today, when India has achieved a Vaccine Century I went to a vaccination centre at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital. The vaccine has brought pride and protection in the lives of our citizens,' Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi tweeted on Thursday, October 21, 2021.

Observe Aug 14 as Partition horror remembrance day: PM Modi

Observe Aug 14 as Partition horror remembrance day: PM Modi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Saturday that August 14 will be observed as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in the memory of the struggles and sacrifices of people, saying the pain of partition can never be forgotten.

Landmark moment for nation: PM Modi on OBC bill

Landmark moment for nation: PM Modi on OBC bill

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Hailing the passage of a bill that restores states' rights to identify Other Backward Classes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that it underscores his government's commitment to ensuring dignity, opportunity and justice to the marginalised sections.

'It's like joining G-20, but not as good'

'It's like joining G-20, but not as good'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

'Many countries believe that if they join BRICS, they will be seen as emerging countries and their stature will be enhanced.' 'G-20 still has common action plans while BRICS does not do that much.'

New Orleans car attacker wore Meta smart glasses: FBI

New Orleans car attacker wore Meta smart glasses: FBI

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The FBI further revealed that Jabbar was wearing a pair of Meta glasses when he conducted the attack on Bourbon Street but he did not activate the glasses to live stream his actions that day.

Modi thanks Gehlot for attending his event 'despite political tussle'

Modi thanks Gehlot for attending his event 'despite political tussle'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

The prime minister was addressing the flagging-off ceremony of the Vande Bharat Express through video conferencing.

When NaMo met Joe...

When NaMo met Joe...

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi spent Friday in the company of United States President Joe Biden, first at their meeting in the Oval Office at the White House, then at the QUAD Summit.

Mr Modi Visits. Washington. Again.

Mr Modi Visits. Washington. Again.

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

During his three-day visit, typically packed with appointments, Modi will address the United Nations General Assembly, attend the Quad Summit and meet with Joe Biden at the White House, their first meeting after Biden was elected America's president.

'Lord Ram Will Protect The Constitution'

'Lord Ram Will Protect The Constitution'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'Rama is Lord God of maryada. Today's maryada is the Constitution.'

Thousands say goodbye as Kalam makes his way home

Thousands say goodbye as Kalam makes his way home

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

The body of the 'people's President' was brought down to Rameswaram from New Delhi in the afternoon.

Govt rejects India's ranking on World Press Freedom Index

Govt rejects India's ranking on World Press Freedom Index

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

The minister said the government was committed to ensuring the right to freedom of speech and expression enshrined under Article 19 of the Constitution.

You are all alive because of Modi, says Bihar minister

You are all alive because of Modi, says Bihar minister

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

"Look at the devastation wrought by Covid in Pakistan and elsewhere. We were saved by Modi's vaccine and his deft handling of the economy," Ram Surat Rai said.

'Ladakh Made The World Wary Of China'

'Ladakh Made The World Wary Of China'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'While my generation carries with it the memory of the Chinese perfidy of 1962, this generation will carry the memory of Chinese perfidy in Galwan.'

WATCH: PM Modi's speech at UNGA

WATCH: PM Modi's speech at UNGA

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the United Nations General Assembly on Friday, said the world needs to unite and have a consensus on fighting terrorism. "Terrorism is one of the biggest challenges before humanity," PM Modi said in a 20-minute speech.

Defence exports grew by 334% in last 5 years: Govt

Defence exports grew by 334% in last 5 years: Govt

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

Defence exports have grown by 334 per cent in the last five years and India is now exporting to over 75 countries due to collaborative efforts, the government said on Sunday. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) said in a tweet: "The Indian Defence sector, the second largest armed force is at the cusp of revolution." "Defence exports grew by 334 per cent in the last five years; India now exporting to over 75 countries due to collaborative efforts," it said.

Modi begins 11-day special ritual for Ram temple event

Modi begins 11-day special ritual for Ram temple event

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

He said God has chosen him as an instrument to represent all Indians during the 'Pran Pratishtha' exercise and that he is undertaking the special religious exercise keeping this in mind.

It's Sari Time At G20!

It's Sari Time At G20!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Saris were in vogue at the dinner President Droupadi Murmu hosted for G20 leaders on Saturday evening and earlier as well on Saturday morninbg when Kyoko Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar's wife, hosted the leaders's spouses in New Delhi.

G20 Summit will chart new path in...: Modi

G20 Summit will chart new path in...: Modi

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

'India's G20 presidency has been inclusive, ambitious, decisive, and action-oriented. We actively voiced the developmental concerns of the Global South'

Niti Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar steps down

Niti Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar steps down

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

The government on Friday appointed Suman K Bery as the vice chairman of Niti Aayog, following the sudden resignation of Rajiv Kumar.

Kejriwal moves Gujarat HC for review of order on Modi's degree

Kejriwal moves Gujarat HC for review of order on Modi's degree

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has approached the Gujarat high court seeking a review of its recent order setting aside the Central Information Commission's directive to the Gujarat University to provide information on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's degree to the AAP national convener.

China flags handling differences, resolving misgivings in India talks with Misri

China flags handling differences, resolving misgivings in India talks with Misri

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

In the talks, China emphasised that the two sides should proceed from the fundamental interests of China, India and adhere to the strategic height and long-term perspective of China-India relations, the readout said.

No free speech, says ex-SC judge, law minister retaliates

No free speech, says ex-SC judge, law minister retaliates

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

Law Minister Kiren Rijiju has hit out at former Supreme Court judge Justice B N Srikrishna for his remarks on lack of freedom of expression, saying those who speak without restrictions to abuse a popularly elected prime minister are crying about freedom of expression.

Modi attends Maldives President Solih's swearing-in ceremony

Modi attends Maldives President Solih's swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

This is Modi's first visit to the Maldives as prime minister. The last visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Indian Ocean island nation was by Manmohan Singh in 2011.

Modi leads the way at Yoga Day event

Modi leads the way at Yoga Day event

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

Expressing concern that young people are becoming vulnerable to heart ailments, Modi said, "Yoga can play a huge role in tackling the issue and hence, this year's theme is 'Yoga for Heart'." He also appealed to the people to take yoga to all sections of society.

Development is the solution to all problems: PM in Varanasi

Development is the solution to all problems: PM in Varanasi

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday lashed out at previous governments, saying they seemed to hate development and "looted" public money to win elections.

'China-India-US Triangle Will Be One Of The More Fascinating Geopolitical Storylines Of The Second Trump Administration'

'China-India-US Triangle Will Be One Of The More Fascinating Geopolitical Storylines Of The Second Trump Administration'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'The border deal offers a hedge for India against Trump's unpredictability when it comes to his approach to competition with China.'

Why Talks With Naga Groups Have Stalled

Why Talks With Naga Groups Have Stalled

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

'People's expectations were very high.' 'We felt both sides had understood each other.' 'But the removal of Article 370 triggered apprehensions within the Naga people.'

They Gave Their Lives For India

They Gave Their Lives For India

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

Salute the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice defending the motherland and whose courage was acknowledged by a grateful nation at the Defence Investiture Ceremony.

Modi meets Danish PM at 18th century mansion

Modi meets Danish PM at 18th century mansion

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Frederiksen received Modi at the airport in Copenhagen where members of the Indian diaspora had turned up in traditional attire to welcome the prime minister.

PM gets a glimpse of Indian Navy's might

PM gets a glimpse of Indian Navy's might

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

An impressive array of warships, including nuclear capable submarines, and about 8000 men and officers of Indian Navy presented an exquisite display of operational capabilities in an exercise reviewed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi off the Kochi coast in Kerala on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: When PM hailed free India @ Red Fort

PHOTOS: When PM hailed free India @ Red Fort

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

Some glimpses of the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort

Modi And The Buddha

Modi And The Buddha

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi attended an event organised for Abhidhamma Day in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, which saw the participation of Buddhist monks from many countries.

Biden, Modi likely to take forward GE jet engine deal

Biden, Modi likely to take forward GE jet engine deal

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

United States President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to make meaningful advancements on the GE jet engine deal and civil nuclear technology during their bilateral talks, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan was cited in a Reuters report.

PHOTOS: Remembering the People's President

PHOTOS: Remembering the People's President

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Here are photos from his life and career as India's pre-eminent defence scientist and one of the country's most popular president