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Grandest flypast highlight of 73rd Republic Day parade

Grandest flypast highlight of 73rd Republic Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

India displayed its military might and vibrant cultural heritage on Rajpath on Wednesday with the grandest flypast with 75 aircraft to mark the 'Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav' celebrations being the highlight of the 73rd Republic Day Parade, which was drastically scaled down in view of the Covid pandemic.

'Private Sector Must Create Jobs'

'Private Sector Must Create Jobs'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

'The private sector believes that some enablers in labour-intensive sectors like apparel, toys, tourism, and media retail, can unlock a lot of jobs.'

IBM CEO Ginni Rometty calls on Modi

IBM CEO Ginni Rometty calls on Modi

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

Global IT major IBM CEO Ginni Rometty on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Ex-RAW official declared 'wanted' by FBI in Pannun murder plot

Ex-RAW official declared 'wanted' by FBI in Pannun murder plot

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The US Justice Department on Thursday charged Yadav for his role in the assassination plot.

Potholes on Bundelkhand expressway a week after opening by PM

Potholes on Bundelkhand expressway a week after opening by PM

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

A portion of the Bundelkhand expressway developed deep potholes due to heavy rains in Jalaun, within a week of Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the 296-km-long road.

PM to meet 7 Indian Covid vax manufacturers today

PM to meet 7 Indian Covid vax manufacturers today

Rediff.com23 Oct 2021

Representatives from seven vaccine makers -- Serum Institute of India, Bharat Biotech, Dr Reddy's Laboratories, Zydus Cadila, Biological E, Gennova Biopharma and Panacea Biotech -- will be participating in the meeting.

100% adults in 9 states, UTs have got first anti-Covid jab: Govt

100% adults in 9 states, UTs have got first anti-Covid jab: Govt

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

More than 31 per cent of the country's adult population has been administered both the doses, according to Union Health Ministry officials.

Trump, Melania pay homage to Gandhi at Rajghat

Trump, Melania pay homage to Gandhi at Rajghat

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

The US president and the first lady laid a wreath and paid floral tributes at Rajghat.

92 minutes: PM delivers his 2nd-longest I-Day speech

92 minutes: PM delivers his 2nd-longest I-Day speech

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Independence Day speeches of his predecessor, Manmohan Singh, during his 10 years as prime minister were all less than 60 minutes.

Govt's media accreditation policy introduces morality, national security clause

Govt's media accreditation policy introduces morality, national security clause

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Journalists acting in a manner prejudicial to the country's "security, sovereignty and integrity" as well as "public order, decency or morality" will lose their government accreditation, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has said in its new guidelines.

'Childish jab': Solicitor general opposes Kejriwal's RTI plea on Modi's degree

'Childish jab': Solicitor general opposes Kejriwal's RTI plea on Modi's degree

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The Gujarat University on Thursday told the high court in Ahmedabad the Right to Information Act cannot be used for satisfying someone's "childish curiosity" as it defended its petition seeking quashing of an order under the transparency law to provide information on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's degree to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal.

HC in fake news rules hearing: If effect of law is unconstitutional it has to go

HC in fake news rules hearing: If effect of law is unconstitutional it has to go

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

The Bombay high court on Thursday said that no matter how laudable or high the motives are while framing rules, if the effect of a rule or law is unconstitutional then it has to go.

Modi to visit US, Egypt from June 20-25. Details here

Modi to visit US, Egypt from June 20-25. Details here

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Modi's visit to the US will commence in New York, where he will lead the celebrations of the International Day of Yoga at the headquarters of the United Nations on June 21.

Amid Twitter standoff, Union ministers shifting to Koo

Amid Twitter standoff, Union ministers shifting to Koo

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

Koo, which works on similar lines as Twitter, was born with a focus on regional language, unlike Twitter and Facebook, which are very popular but primarily cater to an English-speaking audience, reports Neha Alawadhi.

Over 60 social media a/cs blocked for anti-India fake news

Over 60 social media a/cs blocked for anti-India fake news

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Asked about action taken against those spreading fake news, and publishers of anti-national material, he said more than 60 accounts have been blocked including those on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Was Adani at CEOs Forum in Paris? Or not?

Was Adani at CEOs Forum in Paris? Or not?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

While the list of CEOs given to the French media mentioned Gautam Adani, the list given to the Indian media omitted his name.

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.

Arrested journalist passed on secrets to Chinese intel: Cops

Arrested journalist passed on secrets to Chinese intel: Cops

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

The Delhi Police said it has arrested a Chinese woman and her Nepalese associate, and claimed that they were paying huge amounts of money to freelance journalist Rajeev Sharma for allegedly passing sensitive information to 'Chinese intelligence'.

When will PM Modi show red eye to China, asks Congress

When will PM Modi show red eye to China, asks Congress

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

In a fresh incident in eastern Ladakh, the Chinese PLA carried out "provocative military movements" to "unilaterally" change the status quo on the southern bank of Pangong Tso lake but the attempt was thwarted by the Indian troops, the Army said here.

New draft rules allow audit of newspaper premises, with conditions

New draft rules allow audit of newspaper premises, with conditions

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

The Press Registrar can carry out a physical inspection of the business premises of a periodical if the publisher fails to furnish an annual statement regularly or if a desk audit recommends such action due to "exceptional circumstances", according to the draft Press and Registration of Periodicals Rules 2024.

Fake news dangerous, need self regulation: Javadekar

Fake news dangerous, need self regulation: Javadekar

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

"One WhatsApp message and the damage is done," he said.

What G20 Leaders' Spouses Can Expect

What G20 Leaders' Spouses Can Expect

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

An exhibition on the origins of Indian art, culture, handicrafts, and India's grassroots farming innovations is scheduled for September 9 and 10.

'Reduce slavery to foreign goods': Modi calls for 'vocal for local'

'Reduce slavery to foreign goods': Modi calls for 'vocal for local'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

He asked to focus on the 'vocal for local' mantra during the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebrations.

PHOTOS: Welcome to PM Modi's yoga class

PHOTOS: Welcome to PM Modi's yoga class

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

Modi, dressed in a white-coloured T-shirt and trousers along with a scarf, did the yoga asanas with ease, as he is a regular practitioner of the ancient form of exercise.

'Don't Expect A Populist Budget'

'Don't Expect A Populist Budget'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'While the Budget would be growth-friendly, it would not come at the expense of an increase in the fiscal deficit.'

India, Sweden to deepen defence, security ties

India, Sweden to deepen defence, security ties

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Swedish Prime Minister Lofven lauded India as 'global power' and said the two countries are a 'perfect match'.

Even the rains can't stop Modi from doing yoga

Even the rains can't stop Modi from doing yoga

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a keen practitioner of yoga and on Wednesday he took to the yoga mat to prove it.

India doesn't require lessons on freedom of press from NYT: CBI

India doesn't require lessons on freedom of press from NYT: CBI

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

CBI's press information officer and spokesman R K Gaur said the editorial "gives the impression" that action is not being taken against other big loan defaulters and that the raids on NDTV's founders were a part of a "vendetta" against the broadcaster.

General Rawat In The Days Before He Died

General Rawat In The Days Before He Died

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Glimpses of General Bipin Rawat in the weeks leading to his tragic death on Wednesday.

PHOTO: Dr Singh, Obama meet at White House

PHOTO: Dr Singh, Obama meet at White House

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday held talks with US President Barack Obama, the first bilateral summit meeting after nearly three years.

Swachh Bharat Abhiyan gets Rs 9,000 crore

Swachh Bharat Abhiyan gets Rs 9,000 crore

Rediff.com29 Feb 2016

For the first, Jaitley said the Parliament held a comprehensive debate on sanitation.

Nirav Modi left India with family in first week of January

Nirav Modi left India with family in first week of January

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

His brother Nishal, a Belgian citizen, also left the country on January 1, while wife Ami, a US citizen, and business partner Mehul Choksi, the Indian promoter of Gitanjali jewellery chain, departed on January 6, the officials said.

Modi showcases Buddha outreach with Rajapaksa scion in attendance

Modi showcases Buddha outreach with Rajapaksa scion in attendance

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

Describing Lord Buddha as the inspiration for India's Constitution even today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said Buddha resides in the soul of humanity and connects different cultures and countries.

Modi sarkar's Operation Clean Sweep

Modi sarkar's Operation Clean Sweep

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch his dream 'Swachh Bharat' campaign on Thursday.

Cybercriminals fake courtroom, dupe MNC executive of Rs 59 lakh

Cybercriminals fake courtroom, dupe MNC executive of Rs 59 lakh

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

In his complaint, the victim alleged that on September 12, he received a video call from a person claiming to be from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, who told him that his mobile number will be blocked.

Tasks Cut Out For New Commerce Secretary

Tasks Cut Out For New Commerce Secretary

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

The government is targeting export of goods and services worth $2 trillion by 2030.

Modi, BJP take services from Chinese firms: Congress

Modi, BJP take services from Chinese firms: Congress

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

The Congress on Thursday accused the central government of evading a debate on India-China border face-off and asked why the Modi government has been running away from the issue.

The Statue of Unity towers over all

The Statue of Unity towers over all

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday dedicated to the nation the 182-metre statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the tallest in the world, and said it will be a reminder about the courage of a man who thwarted efforts to disintegrate India.

Modi's friend Abbas, mentioned in his blog, now lives in Australia: PM's brother

Modi's friend Abbas, mentioned in his blog, now lives in Australia: PM's brother

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Abbas was a classmate and friend of Pankaj Modi, the youngest of the Modi siblings.

India to host first G20 summit in 2022

India to host first G20 summit in 2022

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

The year will coincide with the 75th year of its Independence.