News for 'Raipur'

Communal clash in Chhattisgarh village leaves 1 dead, 3 cops injured

Communal clash in Chhattisgarh village leaves 1 dead, 3 cops injured

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

Police have so far arrested 11 people on charges of rioting and murder in connection with the clash.

Singhdeo says Baghel top choice for CM post, rules out any rift with him

Singhdeo says Baghel top choice for CM post, rules out any rift with him

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Asked about the talk of a rift between him and Chief Minister Baghel during the tenure of the government in the last five years, Singhdeo said there were no differences as such.

Gill stars as India script narrow win over NZ to lead series 1-0

Gill stars as India script narrow win over NZ to lead series 1-0

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

New Zealand opener Finn Allen made 40 but the rest of the batsmen did very little until Michael Bracewell produced a batting masterclass after coming in at number seven.

Why Anti-Defection Law Needs Scrutiny

Why Anti-Defection Law Needs Scrutiny

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Should the anti-defection law in India exist only to prevent democratically elected governments from being toppled?

Chh'garh: Cong banks on Baghel; BJP eyes strong comeback

Chh'garh: Cong banks on Baghel; BJP eyes strong comeback

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress remain the most dominant political forces in Chhattisgarh, though the state has several regional outfits that have pockets of influence, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is making a determined bid to challenge its well entrenched rivals and make a mark in polls to the 90-member House.

Chhattisgarh court sends Hindu seer Kalicharan to 2-day police custody

Chhattisgarh court sends Hindu seer Kalicharan to 2-day police custody

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Chhattisgarh Police arrested Hindu religious leader Kalicharan Maharaj from neighbouring Madhya Pradesh on Thursday over his alleged derogatory remarks against Mahatma Gandhi, following which a court here sent him to police remand for two days, an official said.

Chhattisgarh CM's father jailed for anti-Brahmin remarks

Chhattisgarh CM's father jailed for anti-Brahmin remarks

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

The Raipur Police have arrested Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel's father Nand Kumar Baghel from Delhi in a case registered against him for allegedly making derogatory remarks against the community, an official said.

'You can rule the world': Shami tells Umran

'You can rule the world': Shami tells Umran

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

Veteran India pacer Mohammed Shami feels young Umran Malik, with his raw pace, has a bright future ahead.

Bowling a worry as India aim to seal ODI series vs NZ

Bowling a worry as India aim to seal ODI series vs NZ

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

India will be expecting more runs from the middle order and discipline in the death overs as they look for a series sealing win against New Zealand in the second ODI in Raipur on Saturday.

Kharge rejigs CWC; Tharoor, Sharma, Wasnik of G23, Pilot part of new team

Kharge rejigs CWC; Tharoor, Sharma, Wasnik of G23, Pilot part of new team

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

While 39 members of the all-important panel are general members, it has 32 permanent invitees, including some in-charges of state and 13 special invitees.

Will speak when the time comes, says Congress leader Pawan Khera

Will speak when the time comes, says Congress leader Pawan Khera

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Asked whether he regretted the remarks over which he was arrested, Khera alluded to a Hindi film song -- "Hum bolega to bologe ki bolta hai", and added that, "Is liye hum kuch nahi bolega (that is why I will not say anything)." "Will speak when the time comes. A legal process is on and it is not proper to comment on it," he told a press conference on the sidelines of the Congress plenary session.

Youth in Chhattisgarh gets death threats for backing Nupur; man, lover held

Youth in Chhattisgarh gets death threats for backing Nupur; man, lover held

Rediff.com2 Jul 2022

An FIR under Indian Penal Code Section 507 (criminal intimidation by anonymous communication) was registered in this connection on Friday based on the complaint of Raja Jagat, a resident of a town in the district, he said.

YC chief Srinivas appears before police in sexual harassment case

YC chief Srinivas appears before police in sexual harassment case

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Srinivas was accompanied by his lawyer and Assam Congress leaders, including MLAs Rakibul Hussain and Rekibuddin Ahmed.

What Is Gehlot Telling Modi?

What Is Gehlot Telling Modi?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

What some of our leaders were up to on the first day of November...

3 newborns die in Raipur hospital; kin blame it on disruption in oxygen supply

3 newborns die in Raipur hospital; kin blame it on disruption in oxygen supply

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

On the directions of Chief Minister Raman Singh, the government has constituted a team of specialist doctors to probe the deaths that occurred on Sunday at Dr B R Ambedkar Memorial Hospital.

10 policemen killed in Dantewada as Maoists trigger IED with 40 kg explosives

10 policemen killed in Dantewada as Maoists trigger IED with 40 kg explosives

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Naxalites blew up the mini-goods van in which the security personnel were travelling by using an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), police sources said.

Confident India target series whitewash against Kiwis

Confident India target series whitewash against Kiwis

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

New Zealand, on the other hand, will be eager to grab a consolation win to boost their morale.

Raipur's new stadium impresses BCCI

Raipur's new stadium impresses BCCI

Rediff.com28 Apr 2013

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said it was impressed with the facilities at the newly-built Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Ranchi.

Anti-Gandhi remarks: Thane court grants bail to Hindu seer Kalicharan

Anti-Gandhi remarks: Thane court grants bail to Hindu seer Kalicharan

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Judicial magistrate first class SV Metil Patil ordered his release on furnishing cash security of Rs 15,000.

Zee News anchor gets SC protection in Rahul video case

Zee News anchor gets SC protection in Rahul video case

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

The apex court also issued notice, including to the Centre through the office of the attorney general, on Ranjan's plea seeking clubbing of FIRs and protection from coercive action.

No govt jobs for accused in cases of rape, crimes against women in Chhattisgarh

No govt jobs for accused in cases of rape, crimes against women in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Ahead of the state assembly elections due this year-end, Baghel made as many as 15 announcements in his address during the state-level Independence Day function at the Police Parade ground in Raipur.

India are World No 1 in ODI rankings!

India are World No 1 in ODI rankings!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

India jumped to the top spot with 114 rating points after their 3-0 series sweep over New Zealand.

MHA wants to know why additional troops needed in Bengal

MHA wants to know why additional troops needed in Bengal

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

The ministry of home affairs (MHA) on Monday sent a letter to the West Bengal State Election Commission (SEC) seeking details of the need for additional 485 companies of central forces, for which it has sent a requisition, an official said.

Kiwis aim for consistency while adapting

Kiwis aim for consistency while adapting

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

The top-order has struggled immensely to contribute runs. In the opener, the Kiwis seemed down and out at 131-6, before number seven Michael Bracewell played a blinder to almost take them over the line.

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Ravi Sinha is described as "highly tech-savvy", and credited with infusing modern technology in the field of intelligence collection.

Chhattisgarh CM watches Kashmir Files, says it shows half-truths

Chhattisgarh CM watches Kashmir Files, says it shows half-truths

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has claimed the movie portrays half truth and only shows violence without conveying any message.

Tragic! Kabaddi player dies after injury during match

Tragic! Kabaddi player dies after injury during match

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Samaru Kerketta, who suffered injuries during a kabaddi match held in Sundhru village of Jashpur on October 17, died on Wednesday

What are Sachin, Yuvraj up to?

What are Sachin, Yuvraj up to?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh arrived in Raipur on Tuesday, March 2, to participate in the Road Safety World Series.

Who'll take home ICC 'Player of the Month' honours?

Who'll take home ICC 'Player of the Month' honours?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Siraj, Shubman nominated for ICC Player of the Month Award

In order not to alienate majority...: Tharoor's message to Cong

In order not to alienate majority...: Tharoor's message to Cong

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

Tharoor said the Congress should stand up for its foundational principles.

Rahul Gandhi to miss Parliament's winter session due to Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rahul Gandhi to miss Parliament's winter session due to Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

The winter session will begin on December 7 and will last until December 29.

Govt okays issuing of electoral bonds ahead of Gujarat, HP polls

Govt okays issuing of electoral bonds ahead of Gujarat, HP polls

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Ahead of the assembly elections in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh, the government on Monday approved the issuance of the 23rd tranche of electoral bonds that will open for sale on November 9.

Air India now flying more on metro-to-metro routes

Air India now flying more on metro-to-metro routes

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Tata Group-owned Air India, under its new chief executive officer and managing director Campbell Wilson, is optimising its domestic strategy under which the carrier is "densifying" its presence on metro-to-metro routes and exiting from unviable ones, Business Standard has learnt. Wilson took charge on July 25. Air India has increased its flights on metro-to-metro routes such as Delhi-Mumbai, Delhi-Bengaluru, Mumbai-Chennai, Mumbai-Bengaluru, and Hyderabad-Mumbai between June and November this year.

Congress to hold plenary, says no Opposition unity without us

Congress to hold plenary, says no Opposition unity without us

Rediff.com19 Feb 2023

The plenary session in Chhattisgarh's Nava Raipur will start from February 24 and is expected to be attended by around 15,000 delegates.

Come, arrest me: Jharkhand CM dares ED as he skips summons

Come, arrest me: Jharkhand CM dares ED as he skips summons

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

"I am neither afraid nor worried. Rather I am emerging stronger. If people of Jharkhand wish, opponents will not find a place to hide," Soren said while addressing JMM workers near his residence.

Bracewell replaces injured Henry for India ODIs

Bracewell replaces injured Henry for India ODIs

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

New Zealand pacer Doug Bracewell has been called in as a replacement for the injured Matt Henry in the ODI squads for India and Pakistan.

Tytler's inclusion among AICC delegates sparks row

Tytler's inclusion among AICC delegates sparks row

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

The election of Tytler as an AICC delegate drew strong reactions from Delhi's ruling AAP and the BJP, which said it exposed the opposition party's character of creating division and chaos in the country.

Anti-Modi remarks: SC to hear Congress leader Pawan Khera's plea on Monday

Anti-Modi remarks: SC to hear Congress leader Pawan Khera's plea on Monday

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

A bench headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Friday deferred the hearing on Khera's plea to March 20 after taking note of submissions that senior advocate A M Singhvi, appearing for the Congress leader, was unavailable.

SC relief for Cong leader Pawan Khera, bail extended till March 17

SC relief for Cong leader Pawan Khera, bail extended till March 17

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

A three-judge bench of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and justices PS Narasimha and JB Pardiwala adjourned the hearing to March 17 as it had run out of time.

Bengal panchayat polls: Cong, govt employees demand more central forces

Bengal panchayat polls: Cong, govt employees demand more central forces

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

The State Election Commission on Friday informed the Calcutta high court that it has requisitioned 822 companies of central forces for the July 8 panchayat polls in West Bengal.