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Politicians criticise fans for heckling Pak cricketer Rizwan

Politicians criticise fans for heckling Pak cricketer Rizwan

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

A group of fans shouted 'Jai Shri Ram' (Hail Lord Ram) multiple times when Rizwan was walking back to the pavilion after being dismissed by pacer Jasprit Bumrah.

No apologies: Shinde justifies police action on protestors

No apologies: Shinde justifies police action on protestors

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

Talking for first time after the brutal police crackdown on the peaceful protesters at India Gate on Sunday, in an exclusive interview to CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai, Union Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde says the police crackdown was necessary as hooligans had joined the crowd.

Media fumes over Press Council chairman's outburst

Media fumes over Press Council chairman's outburst

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

The newly-appointed chairman of the Press Council of India had, in an interview to television news channel, stated that he was very disappointed with the way the Indian media works. Justice Katju also said that the media was not working for the interest of the people and sometimes divided the people of the country.

Gadkari working for development of farmers: Pawar

Gadkari working for development of farmers: Pawar

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Union Agriculture Minister and Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar has come out in strong defence of Bharatiya Janata Party President Nitin Gadkari. In an exclusive interview to CNN-IBN's Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai he says Gadkari was working for development of farmers and there was no evidence of personal corruption against him, as alleged by Team Kejriwal.

Centre treating Gujarat as an enemy state, says Modi

Centre treating Gujarat as an enemy state, says Modi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

In an exclusive Interview to CNN-IBN's editor-in-chief Rajdeep Sardesai, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Centre of treating Gujarat as an 'enemy' state. He also now claims that he never questioned expenses on Sonia Gandhi's health, but only on her foreign travel.

 UPA govt using money, muscle, mafia power: Mamata

UPA govt using money, muscle, mafia power: Mamata

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

In an interview with CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai, the West Bengal Chief Minister questioned the stability of the Centre saying Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Mulayam Singh Yadav and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati may bail out the government for now, but people won't bail them out in future.

There's a lack of leadership in the country, says Ratan Tata

There's a lack of leadership in the country, says Ratan Tata

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Government is pulling in different directions and we are not consolidating on government, says Ratan Tata.

Shinde on power crisis: I'm a minister not a technician

Shinde on power crisis: I'm a minister not a technician

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

Newly appointed Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde was rewarded with the plum post on a day when the country faced its worst power crisis. Not ready to take the responsibility for the failure of three grids he rates himself as a successful power minister in an exclusive interview with CNN-IBN's editor-in-chief Rajdeep Sardesai. The excerpts:

Editors Guild warns EC about 'paid news'

Editors Guild warns EC about 'paid news'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2010

The Editors Guild's on Friday urged the Election Commission to take strong action against both candidates and media persons who violate the disclosure norms of election expenditure to gain media publicity. A delegation from the guild, led by president Rajdeep Sardesai, submitted a memorandum to the EC, deploring the 'paid news' phenomenon. The memorandum cited several recent investigative reports which highlighted the prevalence of this dangerous practice.

I am ready to face charges: Kejriwal

I am ready to face charges: Kejriwal

Rediff.com26 Mar 2012

As Parliament demands action against Team Anna for defamatory remarks against the Parliamentarians on Sunday's rally at the Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, Team Anna member Arvind Kejriwal in an Exclusive Interview to CNN-IBN's Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai defends his remarks.

Pakistan-England ODIs must be stopped, says Kumble

Pakistan-England ODIs must be stopped, says Kumble

Rediff.com31 Aug 2010

Former India skipper Anil Kumble hit back at Australian captain Ricky Ponting, saying spot-fixing is not limited to subcontinent but its a worldwide problem.

Prez poll won't be as smooth as Cong claims, warns Sangma

Prez poll won't be as smooth as Cong claims, warns Sangma

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

"I'm not worried about numbers. The conscience vote will be in my favour," said Presidential candidate P A Sangma in an interview to CNN-IBN's editor-in-chief Rajdeep Sardesai.

I wasn't there at the riot location, says Tytler

I wasn't there at the riot location, says Tytler

Rediff.com11 Apr 2013

Speaking to Rajdeep Sardesai, Tytler denies political interference in the case and says he will wait for a clean chit before accepting any responsibility in the government.

'What I seek is not recognition, but credibility'

'What I seek is not recognition, but credibility'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2010

Rajdeep Sardesai, the Editor-in-chief of CNN-IBN, in a freewheeling conversation with Maheshwer Peri of Careers360.

'India Cements owns Chennai Super Kings; I don't own it'

'India Cements owns Chennai Super Kings; I don't own it'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

N Srinivasan, the newly-appointed president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India, brushes aside allegations of conflict of interest of him holding the top BCCI post and owning IPL side Chennai Super Kings. He tells CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai that he doesn't own the franchise; it is India Cements that has the ownership rights.

Will never join hands with the BJP, Cong: Jagan

Will never join hands with the BJP, Cong: Jagan

Rediff.com6 Sep 2011

In an Exclusive interview to CNN-IBN's Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai, he clears his stand on his relations with the Reddy brothers and political liaisons with the Bharatiya Janata Party.

It's time to give people a political alternative: Hazare

It's time to give people a political alternative: Hazare

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

Anti-corruption crusader Anna Hazare has admitted that the public's enthusiasm for fasts has waned, as his team continues its indefinite strike for Day 3 at Jantar Mantar demanding a strong Lokpal Bill.

'Pak's double standards on terror not acceptable'

'Pak's double standards on terror not acceptable'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2010

US National Security Advisor James L Jones sent a tough message to Pakistan saying double standards on terrorism were not acceptable.

No plan of 12-hour curfew on sale of petrol: Moily

No plan of 12-hour curfew on sale of petrol: Moily

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Petroleum Minister Veerappa Moily takes a U-turn on the suggestion of keeping petrol pumps shut from 8 pm to 8 am.

Non-corrupt from BJP, Cong should form party: Anna Hazare

Non-corrupt from BJP, Cong should form party: Anna Hazare

Rediff.com13 Sep 2011

Social activist Anna Hazare speaks to CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai in his home town Ralegaon Siddhi. Hazare says he will re-start the movement if the standing committee doesn't agree to demands on the Jan-Lokpal bill.

'I do not understand what BJP wants to achieve'

'I do not understand what BJP wants to achieve'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

'If they do not have this minimum self-respect, I can only feel sympathy for them. I was quoting President Bush about the Hyde Act, the Leader of the Opposition was quoting the under secretary of the US administration. What can I do?' External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee on the NSG waiver, the Chinese stand and the domestic opposition to the nuclear deal.

Bribe CD in Parliament was part of TV sting

Bribe CD in Parliament was part of TV sting

Rediff.com22 Jul 2008

Rajdeep Sardesai, editor-in-chief of the television channel CNN-IBN, whose organisation filmed the controversial tape, showing three Members of Parliament from Madhya Pradesh accepting money from the ruling party, told rediff.com that two reporters were working on the story for last ten days.

'BJP has no moral right to talk of corruption'

'BJP has no moral right to talk of corruption'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2005

Rejecting Bharatiya Janata Party president Lal Kishenchand Advani's allegation that Congress was the fountainhead of corruption, Congress president Sonia Gandhi Thursday questioned the "moral right" of the saffron party to level the charge.

Who are your favourite TV news anchors?

Who are your favourite TV news anchors?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2006

Tell us who the best news anchors are in the country!

Pak allowed terror to grow: Chidamabaram

Pak allowed terror to grow: Chidamabaram

Rediff.com5 Mar 2009

Union Home Minister P Chidambaram spoke to Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor in Chief, CNN IBN on the fallout of the Lahore attack on the Sri Lankan cricket team..

UP Assembly wants CNN-IBN editor arrested

UP Assembly wants CNN-IBN editor arrested

Rediff.com11 Oct 2006

The move comes after one of the Assembly committees held him guilty of breach of privilege and contempt for his failure to appear before it.

Google pays tribute to this India cricket great with special doodle

Google pays tribute to this India cricket great with special doodle

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

Sardesai, who was considered India's best batsman against spin bowling, died in Mumbai on June 2, 2007.

'An attempt to browbeat the media'

'An attempt to browbeat the media'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

'It is a very clear case of an attempt to bend the media.'

Sardesai cremated in presence of ex-Test colleague

Sardesai cremated in presence of ex-Test colleague

Rediff.com3 Jul 2007

Several past cricketers, including former Test captain Ajit Wadekar, were present at the Chandanwadi electric crematorium in South Mumbai.

'Nothing would happen to Babri': Pawar's big claim on BJP leader

'Nothing would happen to Babri': Pawar's big claim on BJP leader

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

'Vijaya Raje Scindia had assured the prime minister that nothing would happen to the Babri Masjid'

Why Cricket is not like Indian politics or movies

Why Cricket is not like Indian politics or movies

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

'"Who you know" does not help in scoring runs or taking wickets in front of hundreds of millions of fans, which alone determines your selection to play for your team.'

PIX: Ranbir, Dia, Lara celebrate at Prithvi

PIX: Ranbir, Dia, Lara celebrate at Prithvi

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

Prithvi theatre turns 40!

Are You Happy with India's T20 World Cup Team?

Are You Happy with India's T20 World Cup Team?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Should India have included Shreyas Iyer and Shardul Thakur, Shikhar Dhawan and Yuzvendra Chahal? Tell us!

'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.'

Has the Indian Premier League killed the spirit of cricket?

Has the Indian Premier League killed the spirit of cricket?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

Decoding the pros and cons of the IPL series were James Astill, the author of The Great Tamasha: Cricket, Corruption and the Turbulent Rise of Modern India, Soumya Bhattacharya who wrote You must Like Cricket?, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and journalist Rajdeep Sardesai.

Senior journalist apologises after a 'sexist' question to Sania

Senior journalist apologises after a 'sexist' question to Sania

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Ace tennis star Sania Mirza gave a fitting reply to senior Television journalist Rajdeep Sardesai after the latter reportedly asked her a 'sexist' question . After the launch of her autobiography called 'Ace Against Odds' in Hyderabad on Wednesday, Sardesai from India Today asked Sania about motherhood and settling down. The World No.1 tennis star seemed livid with the question and her reply resulted in an apology from the popular TV anchor.

'Hindu Raksha Dal member' disrupts Bhushan's presser

'Hindu Raksha Dal member' disrupts Bhushan's presser

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

A press conference addressed by Aam Aadmi Party leader Prashant Bhushan was on Monday disrupted by a man in New Delhi, protesting his comment on presence of army in Jammu and Kashmir.