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Birla gets 2nd term as speaker; PM, Rahul escort him to chair

Birla gets 2nd term as speaker; PM, Rahul escort him to chair

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

National Democratic Alliance nominee Om Birla was elected as Lok Sabha speaker on Wednesday after a motion moved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was adopted through voice vote, capping intense debate on the issue with the opposition in a rare move proposing its own candidate.

Refrain from...: Govt to media, social media on Ram temple event

Refrain from...: Govt to media, social media on Ram temple event

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Many people have received fake messages related to VIP invitations, donation drives and prasaad of the mega event.

SC to hear plea against Sudarshan TV show on Friday

SC to hear plea against Sudarshan TV show on Friday

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

The matter came up for hearing before a bench headed by Justice D Y Chandrachud which had on September 15 restrained the channel from telecasting episodes of the programme till further orders, saying 'the intent' of aired episodes 'prima facie' appears to 'vilify' the community.

Israeli troops fire at Gazans collecting food aid, 104 killed

Israeli troops fire at Gazans collecting food aid, 104 killed

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

A devastating incident unfolded in northern Gaza, resulting in the loss of at least 104 lives and leaving hundreds injured, according to Palestinian officials, CNN reported.

Will INDIA's Boycott Change 'Media'?

Will INDIA's Boycott Change 'Media'?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

One hopes, though one is not optimistic, that this action to some extent corrects the lunacy which has infected our national media and has damaged our nation, notes Aakar Patel.

Kirsten expects his Pakistan team to learn from errors

Kirsten expects his Pakistan team to learn from errors

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

'As a batting unit, you can't lose as many wickets as we are losing. Players have got to take responsibility when that opportunity comes.'

It's art... It's a TV... It's a Samsung Frame!

It's art... It's a TV... It's a Samsung Frame!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

Why this TV is just what your home decor needs.

9 killed in fire in apartment building in Hyderabad

9 killed in fire in apartment building in Hyderabad

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

According to police, the blaze erupted on the ground floor of the apartment complex, where some drums containing chemicals were stored and later spread to the first and second floor.

SC allows, HC stays telecast of Sudarshan TV show on Muslims in UPSC

SC allows, HC stays telecast of Sudarshan TV show on Muslims in UPSC

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

The apex court refused to restrain pre-broadcast ban on Sudarshan TV from telecasting 'Bindas Bol' programme but the high court in an interim order stayed the telecast of the show which was scheduled for Friday itself at 8 pm. The news on the issue came from the high court where a bench of Justice Navin Chawla restrained the Sudarshan TV from telecasting its programme on the petition filed by former and present students of Jamia Millia Islamia University.

'No One Can Escape If They Are Critical Of The Government'

'No One Can Escape If They Are Critical Of The Government'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

'This action sends out a very nasty message in a very strong way -- that nobody is exempt.' 'It is also an attempt to extend the definition of who is an anti-national, who's a terrorist, a definition that's becoming looser under this regime.' 'The sad part is that by the time the courts acquit those arrested, they would've spent years in jail and been taught a lesson.'

SC to see self-regulation guidelines from two rival broadcaster bodies

SC to see self-regulation guidelines from two rival broadcaster bodies

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

The Supreme Court on Monday said it wanted to "tighten up" the self-regulatory mechanism of monitoring TV news channels and granted four more weeks to News Broadcasters and Digital Association (NBDA) to come up with fresh guidelines.

Is a free press also a good business?

Is a free press also a good business?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

A simple look at the prices of 10 media stocks during the tenure of the current government tells an interesting tale, says N Sundaresha Subramanian.

Parliament adjourned sine die a day before schedule

Parliament adjourned sine die a day before schedule

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die on Thursday, a day ahead of the scheduled end of the Winter session, that saw a security breach in the lower house, suspension of over 140 MPs and the expulsion of Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra.

No showing divisive content, I&B ministry tells TV networks

No showing divisive content, I&B ministry tells TV networks

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

The ministry of information and broadcasting on Saturday issued an advisory to all television channels and cable TV operators in the wake of the Supreme Court's Ayodhya verdict to adhere to programme code and ensure that debates, discussions and visuals do not incite any "divisive" or "anti-national" feelings.

Modi's 'redistribution' charge against Cong gets Pitroda's booster

Modi's 'redistribution' charge against Cong gets Pitroda's booster

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

In his poll rallies, Modi framed Pitroda's comments in his wider onslaught against the Congress, asserting that they have exposed its hidden agenda and that the party has become so removed from the country's social and family values that it wants to legally rob people of their assets and lifelong savings they want to bequeath to their children.

'I'm handsome, I seduce my players and we do it'

'I'm handsome, I seduce my players and we do it'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Manchester City will return to action in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday against RB Leipzig at the Etihad Stadium.

PM plays safe at maiden press meet

PM plays safe at maiden press meet

Rediff.com4 Sep 2004

'Shrill' debates on TV news channels overshadowing facts: Jaitley

'Shrill' debates on TV news channels overshadowing facts: Jaitley

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

The "dividing line" between news and opinion has weakened which leaves viewers and readers searching for facts and print media can "strike back" by presenting them without a "slant", Information and Broadcasting minister Arun Jaitley said on Tuesday.

Will rain determine the fate of Ashes?

Will rain determine the fate of Ashes?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Rain can be an ally for England, says Stokes ahead of decisive fourth Ashes Test

Mamata wants her own newspaper, TV channel!

Mamata wants her own newspaper, TV channel!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2012

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday announced that her government would have its own newspaper and television channel to "properly highlight" its work. The newspaper, to be named Dainik Paschimbanga, would use the press of defunct Bengali daily Basumati, once a premier newspaper in the state, Banerjee told reporters in Kolkata.

DD chooses Envivio Mobile TV for pilot project

DD chooses Envivio Mobile TV for pilot project

Rediff.com13 Apr 2007

Doordarshan has selected Envivio Mobile TV for a pilot project that will test the technology for mobile television. Mobile television enables people to watch their favourite programmes on the go on their mobiles.

Now, interact with your TV

Now, interact with your TV

Rediff.com26 May 2007

BSNL and MTNL are already offering IPTV, and before the year is out, two private telecom firms will also offer such services.

From Kerala's paddy fields to WPL: Sajana's incredible journey

From Kerala's paddy fields to WPL: Sajana's incredible journey

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

Sajana stamped her mark in her WPL debut itself, smoking off-spinner Alice Capsey for that match-winning six over long-on.

'Ridiculous': VP on MP mimicking him as Rahul films it

'Ridiculous': VP on MP mimicking him as Rahul films it

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

The chairman raised the issue of mimicry of the speaker and the chairman by an MP and the videography of the act, saying this was shameful and there has to be a limit.

Opposition to push for PM's statement on Manipur in Parliament

Opposition to push for PM's statement on Manipur in Parliament

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

Sources said leaders of various opposition parties who have now formed the INDIA alliance will meet in the chamber of Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge and will discuss their further strategy in Parliament.

'Timed Out' Mathews Seeks Justice!

'Timed Out' Mathews Seeks Justice!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'Video evidence shows I still had five more seconds even after the helmet gave away! Can the fourth umpire rectify this please? I mean safety is paramount as I just couldn't face the bowler without a helmet.'

'Are You On The Side Of Hatred?'

'Are You On The Side Of Hatred?'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

'The time has come for all those believe in a democratic India to stand up and be counted and to make a choice.'

The Narendra Modi of TV news

The Narendra Modi of TV news

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

'To be fair to Arnab Goswami, the television camera is his only fix.' Unlike other TV stars who rule social media, Arnab is nowhere to be found.' 'While they hold forth in newspaper columns, maybe having realised that true gravitas is earned via newsprint not digicams, he does nothing of the sort.' 'He breathes and lives TV news,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

'Why can't the Modi government answer questions?'

'Why can't the Modi government answer questions?'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

'Till today, we don't know how many people died of Covid in India.' 'How many migrated from cities to villages during the Covid pandemic?' 'How many corporates contributed to PM Cares?'

Airtel DTH subscribers can now watch their tweets live on TV

Airtel DTH subscribers can now watch their tweets live on TV

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

Customers have to press the green key on their Airtel Digital TV remote to enable and access the service.

Rahul Gandhi Can No Longer Act Like An Insolent Schoolboy

Rahul Gandhi Can No Longer Act Like An Insolent Schoolboy

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Anger cannot be an end in itself to Rahul Gandhi's politics -- it must instead catalyse a new political strategy, argues Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

4 arrested for assault on TV journalist in Mumbai

4 arrested for assault on TV journalist in Mumbai

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

The accused, all Mumbai residents aged between 20 and 25 years, were nabbed late on Sunday night.

Trump-Clinton showdown breaks TV record

Trump-Clinton showdown breaks TV record

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

The previous record for a presidential debate viewership was 80.6 million between the then incumbent Democrat Jimmy Carter and his Republican rival Ronald Reagan in 1980.

Tax devolution to states seen at 32%, but lags 15th FC advice

Tax devolution to states seen at 32%, but lags 15th FC advice

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

The Union government is projected to share about 32 per cent of central taxes with states during the financial year 2024-25 against the 15th Finance Commission's recommendation of 41 per cent. The Revised Estimates (RE) for FY24, too, show a similar share of states in the central taxes at 32 per cent. In absolute terms, however, there has been an increase in the amount devolved to states compared to the Budget Estimates (BE) for FY24 at Rs 11 trillion.

Ram, Sita, Laxman Invited To Ayodhya

Ram, Sita, Laxman Invited To Ayodhya

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Not only will Arun Govil, Sunil Lahiri and Deepika Chikhalia attend the Pran Pratistha ceremony, Moti Sagar, Ramanand Sagar's son, also received an invitation.

Result tied, BJP knocks Abhishek Singhvi out of RS through lots

Result tied, BJP knocks Abhishek Singhvi out of RS through lots

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Amid cross-voting, BJP candidate Harsh Mahajan on Tuesday won the lone Rajya Sabha seat from Himachal Pradesh, defeating ruling Congress' Abhishek Manu Singhvi, officials said.

Inzamam questions PCB over Hafeez sacking

Inzamam questions PCB over Hafeez sacking

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Rauf's central contract may be 'restored'

BRS MP stabbed during Telangana election campaign

BRS MP stabbed during Telangana election campaign

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

TV footage showed Prabhakar Reddy pressing the stab wound on his stomach (to stop the bleeding) while sitting in a vehicle.

Zee TV announces parallel cricket league

Zee TV announces parallel cricket league

Rediff.com3 Apr 2007

At a press conference in New Delhi, Subhash Chandra announced that the league will be floated with a corpus of Rs 100 crore, and will offer top prize money of $ 1 million

'Govt wakes up only when you come on the roads'

'Govt wakes up only when you come on the roads'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'Had they agreed to our demands that we raised two years ago, we would have never started our agitation again.'