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BJP changes strategy in MP, puts focus on lost seats

BJP changes strategy in MP, puts focus on lost seats

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

In its first list for the upcoming assembly polls in Madhya Pradesh, the ruling BJP has focused on seats it lost in 2018 and some of them even in 2013, and has reposed faith in 14 candidates, including three former ministers, who lost last time.

Bihar BJP headquarters hit by COVID-19, over 20 test positive

Bihar BJP headquarters hit by COVID-19, over 20 test positive

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Reports in a section of the media in Patna, however, stated that the number of people found infected was as high as 75. Jaiswal, nonetheless, maintained 'only 24 samples are positive. These reports are of preliminary rapid tests and we are still awaiting the results of the comprehensive QT-RPR. None of those who have tested positive are having any symptoms. Yet, by way of abundant caution, they have all quarantined themselves at home'.

'Jr Mehmood was a superstar'

'Jr Mehmood was a superstar'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

'In 110 years of Indian films' history, there is no superstar child artist like him till date.'

Vijay Hazare: Delhi knocked out; Mumbai make quarters

Vijay Hazare: Delhi knocked out; Mumbai make quarters

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

For a state that has given batting stalwarts like Virender Sehwag, Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir, Shikhar Dhawan and Rishabh Pant over the past two decades, it is embarrassing to find someone of Kshitiz Sharma's (4 off 18 balls) calibre being asked to open the batting.

Guna: 13 dead as bus sans clearance catches fire after mishap

Guna: 13 dead as bus sans clearance catches fire after mishap

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

The private bus collided head-on with the dumper on Guna-Aaron road, the official said, adding that the injured were rushed to the Guna district hospital for treatment.

Laxmmi Bomb trailer: Akshay Rules!

Laxmmi Bomb trailer: Akshay Rules!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Kudos to Akki for taking up such a hatke role and playing it with confidence, notes Namrata Thakker.

Amar Akbar Anthony, now in Bhojpuri

Amar Akbar Anthony, now in Bhojpuri

Rediff.com20 Aug 2007

The film will be directed by Manish Jain, and will star Bhojpuri heavyweights.

BJP's Ramji Ki Guarantee

BJP's Ramji Ki Guarantee

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Is 2024 a done deal for the BJP? It was a done deal five years ago itself, but it did not have a guarantee.
Now, with the temple consecration, it seems to have acquired a Ramji Ki Guarantee, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

2023 was marked by outstanding sporting achievements, shattered records, and the crowning of new champions, all captured by photographers documenting every significant twist and turn.

The Tears of Joshimath

The Tears of Joshimath

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Residents of Joshimath broke down as they left their homes that have been marked 'unsafe' by the district administration in the wake of the landslide and subsidence.

Priyanka Must Take On Modi In Varanasi

Priyanka Must Take On Modi In Varanasi

Rediff.com7 May 2024

In the five years in politics Priyanka Gandhi has undeniably emerged as a thorn in the BJP flesh, notes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay. It is time that this thorn is twisted a wee bit more when the elections have become far more uncertain than what it was when the Election Commission announced the poll schedule.

Can We Fight China With Such A Budget?

Can We Fight China With Such A Budget?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

India has allocated Rs 1.72 trillion, or 27.67 per cent of the total defence budget to cater to modernisation of the country's arsenal. Modern militaries spend up to 50 to 60 per cent of their total defence budget so that they go into combat with superior weaponry and equipment.

The Akshay Kumar Quiz

The Akshay Kumar Quiz

Rediff.com30 Jan 2004

How well do you know Akshay Kumar?

How many accounts should one have?

How many accounts should one have?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2008

Considering the above and a double income family, there would at least be around four to six different accounts. And managing all of them becomes cumbersome and you realise the complexity of the issue when you have to collate this information to give your chartered accountant or financial advisor.

New Chhattisgarh assembly has 72 crorepati MLAs; 17 face criminal cases

New Chhattisgarh assembly has 72 crorepati MLAs; 17 face criminal cases

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

The BJP tops the list with 43 (80 percent) of 54 MLAs each having declared assets valued at more than Rs 1 crore.

BJP's 2nd list for Chhattisgarh has 13 losing candidates from 2018

BJP's 2nd list for Chhattisgarh has 13 losing candidates from 2018

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has pinned its hopes on the old guard to ensure victory in next month's assembly elections in Chhattisgarh as it gave tickets to 11 sitting MLAs and renominated 13 leaders who lost in the 2018 polls.

Big December Releases COMING UP!

Big December Releases COMING UP!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

So which film will *you* watch at a theatre near you?

Raina ton hoists Uttar Pradesh

Raina ton hoists Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com17 Dec 2005

Suresh Raina scored a brilliant 127 as Uttar Pradesh posted 242 for 5 on day 1 of the Ranji Trophy match against Punjab.

North Zone on brink of Duleep title

North Zone on brink of Duleep title

Rediff.com15 Nov 2006

Sri Lanka 'A' were 259 for 4 in their second innings, needing another 81 runs to save an innings defeat against North Zone.

Sri Lanka 'A' out for 296

Sri Lanka 'A' out for 296

Rediff.com12 Nov 2006

North were 51 for no loss at close on day 1 in the Duleep Trophy final.

Who's The Lady With Nirmalaji?

Who's The Lady With Nirmalaji?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

What some of our leaders were up to this weekend.

'There's a de-emphasis on divestment'

'There's a de-emphasis on divestment'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

'We now look at divestment as an opportunity for maximising the value of public assets, not necessarily as a short-term resource-raising measure.'

Gadar 2: A Love Letter To Sunny Deol

Gadar 2: A Love Letter To Sunny Deol

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

When the movie started, the crowd went wild. They cheered for Sunny Deol and booed the villains. They laughed at the jokes, cried at the emotional scenes and whistled and cheered at all the action. Rajesh Karkera records the audience reactions at a screening of Gadar 2.

In a first, ex-royals fail to retain turfs in Chhattisgarh

In a first, ex-royals fail to retain turfs in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

For the first since the formation of Chhattisgarh in 2000, the new assembly will not have any MLA belonging to erstwhile royal families as all seven candidates fielded by the Congress, the Bharatiya Janata Party, and the Aam Aadmi Party bit dust.

'We should not call it demonetisation'

'We should not call it demonetisation'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

'...because it is still a legal tender.'

Yoga Day: How To Reduce Belly Fat

Yoga Day: How To Reduce Belly Fat

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

rediffGURU Namita Piparaiya, wellness coach and founder of Yoganama, answers your yoga-related questions.

Jet: Irish lessor seeks to take back Boeing 777

Jet: Irish lessor seeks to take back Boeing 777

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

The bankruptcy tribunal had on July 5, prevented the Directorate General of Civil Aviation from deregistering the Boeing 777 plane, which has been under the possession of a Dutch cargo provider since April.

Looking through the dress code

Looking through the dress code

Rediff.com21 Mar 2005

Suspense over cabinet as Chhattisgarh CM set to take oath

Suspense over cabinet as Chhattisgarh CM set to take oath

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party will ensure the swearing-in ceremony of the new Chhattisgarh cabinet under Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday will be a 'historic' event which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP leaders and chief ministers, state chief Arun Sao said.

Dharmani helps Punjab gain lead

Dharmani helps Punjab gain lead

Rediff.com9 Nov 2004

Punjab took a 39-run first innings lead over UP in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.

Behind the BJP's star show in Chhattisgarh: Almost 14% surge in votes

Behind the BJP's star show in Chhattisgarh: Almost 14% surge in votes

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

A string of populist promises, including extension of the free ration scheme announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Mahadev betting app issue and the Hindutva card are among key factors that have catapulted the Bharatiya Janata Party to power in Chhattisgarh after five years.

Katrina-Vicky Celebrate Ganpati with Salman

Katrina-Vicky Celebrate Ganpati with Salman

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

Salman Khan's youngest sister Arpita Khan and her husband Aayush Sharma hosted Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at their home in Mumbai.

Rohit Prakash hits unbeaten century

Rohit Prakash hits unbeaten century

Rediff.com15 Nov 2003

Uttar Pradesh reached 233 for three at the end of the first day's play against Punjab.

Govt may clear 5 of 7 Collegium recommendations for elevation to SC

Govt may clear 5 of 7 Collegium recommendations for elevation to SC

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

On December 13 last year, the Supreme Court Collegium had recommended to the government to appoint Justice Pankaj Mithal, Chief Justice, Rajasthan high court; Justice Sanjay Karol, Chief Justice, Patna high court; Justice P V Sanjay Kumar, Chief Justice, Manipur high court; Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah of Patna high court; and Justice Manoj Misra of Allahabad high court as apex court judges.

Punjab gain first innings lead

Punjab gain first innings lead

Rediff.com5 Jan 2006

Andhra were bowled out for 237 in their first innings in reply to Punjab's 316 on day three of the Ranji Trophy match.

Independence Day Drive Of Pride

Independence Day Drive Of Pride

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Celebrating Freedom with an unusual automobile convoy!

Atiq's killers wanted fame, sure of 'getting benefits in future'

Atiq's killers wanted fame, sure of 'getting benefits in future'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The three assailants, who were arrested after shooting dead gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf in Prayagraj, confessed to their crime on Sunday, adding that they did it to 'become popular'.

'Our film is not about Ram or Ravan'

'Our film is not about Ram or Ravan'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

'If sentiments of a certain section of society are hurt, we don't mind changing the name if that satisfies them.'

Holi Songs You Haven't Heard

Holi Songs You Haven't Heard

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

Do yourself a favour and let's NOT play Holi to the same handful of Holi songs each year. There's so much more than Holi Ke Din Dil Khil Jaate Hain (Sholay) or Rang Barse (Silsila)!