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What A Drive In Bihar Tells You About Coming Election

What A Drive In Bihar Tells You About Coming Election

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Nowhere are the stories of the coming election better told than on the roads of Bihar.

Rahul Gandhi booked in Parliament scuffle case; likely to be quizzed

Rahul Gandhi booked in Parliament scuffle case; likely to be quizzed

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The BJP has filed a police complaint against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of "physical assault and incitement" during a scuffle in Parliament premises. The complaint alleges that Gandhi, along with other opposition MPs, forcefully barged toward NDA MPs who were protesting against "misinformation" being propagated by opposition parties. The BJP has sought Gandhi's indictment under sections of attempt to murder and other charges. The Congress has strongly rejected the claim, alleging that BJP MPs pushed their chief Mallikarjun Kharge and "physically manhandled" Rahul Gandhi. Both parties have filed complaints with the police.

Head or Abhishek: Who makes way for Ishan Kishan?

Head or Abhishek: Who makes way for Ishan Kishan?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

The Sunrisers' core remains strong, with stars like Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, and Nitish Kumar Reddy forming a solid batting backbone.

Sakshi, Ziva Attend First CSK Game

Sakshi, Ziva Attend First CSK Game

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Sakshi Singh Dhoni attended her first match of IPL 2024 along with daughter Ziva as they cheered for the Chennai Super Kings.

SC adjourns Rajiv killer Nalini's early release plea to Nov 11

SC adjourns Rajiv killer Nalini's early release plea to Nov 11

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

The Supreme Court on Thursday adjourned to November 11 the hearing on a plea filed by Nalini Sriharan, serving life sentence in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, seeking premature release.

40 Years Ago This Day, A PM Was Killed

40 Years Ago This Day, A PM Was Killed

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Indira Gandhi was murdered by her bodyguards on the morning of October 31, 1984. Her death sparked off horrific anti-Sikh riots, killing over 3,000 innocent Indians.

DEBATE: Do Rajiv's killers deserve freedom?

DEBATE: Do Rajiv's killers deserve freedom?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

The Tamil Nadu government's decision to release late Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's assassins from prison a day after the Supreme Court commuted the death sentence of three of the convicts to life term, has triggered a major debate. Vicky Nanjapp presents a cross-section of opinions on the decision.

It was Rajiv ji's dream: Sonia backs women's bill in Lok Sabha

It was Rajiv ji's dream: Sonia backs women's bill in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Initiating the debate from the opposition's side in the Lok Sabha, Gandhi said, "I stand here in support of Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam."

Rahul Gandhi promises free education in Chhattisgarh

Rahul Gandhi promises free education in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday promised free education in government schools and colleges in Chhattisgarh and Rs 4,000 a year for 'tendu' leaves collectors if his party retains power in the state.

Who is Kishori Lal Sharma, Cong's candidate in Amethi?

Who is Kishori Lal Sharma, Cong's candidate in Amethi?

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Sharma was the key person who looked after Rae Bareli and Amethi constituencies on behalf of the Gandhis.

Will Congress & BJP defend the honour of Rajiv Gandhi?

Will Congress & BJP defend the honour of Rajiv Gandhi?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2012

Are the political parties in India fooling us on the issue of illicit wealth parked abroad by winking at the obvious.

Hindi or Tamil: Why TN sees red over 3-language formula

Hindi or Tamil: Why TN sees red over 3-language formula

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

The three-language formula proposed in the National Education Policy 2020, is at the centre of the political row between the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led Tamil Nadu government and the central government.

Bofors scam: 'Rajiv Gandhi watched cover-up, did nothing'

Bofors scam: 'Rajiv Gandhi watched cover-up, did nothing'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2012

"I knew what I was doing when I leaked the documents to you. I could not count on my government or Bofors or the Government of India to get to the bottom of this." Sten Lindstrom, former head of Swedish police who led the investigations into the Bofors-India gun deal, explains why he chose to turn whistleblower to Chitra Subramaniam-Duella, in an interview published on the website hoot.org

Rajiv statue desecrated in Puducherry

Rajiv statue desecrated in Puducherry

Rediff.com19 Jan 2009

Unidentified persons on Monday desecrated a statue of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi in Puducherry, leading to tension in the city. The police said an effigy of Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa garlanded with footwear was found hanging around the hand of Rajiv Gandhi statue at the Tahattavam junction.

Dehradun woman transfers all her property to Rahul Gandhi

Dehradun woman transfers all her property to Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

A senior citizen from Dehradun, Pushpa Munjial, on Monday has filed a testament (will) in the district court transferring all her property to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

Column: Indira, Rajiv didn't die as martyrs

Column: Indira, Rajiv didn't die as martyrs

Rediff.com20 May 2019

'They were the leaders of my country and the children of Mother India, but they didn't die as martyrs.' 'They were killed, most unfortunately, by a well planned enemy plot, and they were victims of political violence,' states Sudhir Bisht.

Narayanan refutes 'suppressing' Rajiv assassination video

Narayanan refutes 'suppressing' Rajiv assassination video

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

West Bengal Governor M K Narayanan has dismissed a former Central Bureau of Investigation officer's claim that he as the Intelligence Bureau chief had suppressed a video purportedly showing Rajiv Gandhi's assassin Dhanu at the public meeting at Sriperumbudur on the fateful day.

'Urban naxals, sheesh mahal': Modi's double-barrel salvo in LS

'Urban naxals, sheesh mahal': Modi's double-barrel salvo in LS

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, accusing them of "speaking the language of urban naxals" and being "AAP-da" for the youth. He also took a swipe at former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi, saying those who entertain themselves by getting photo sessions done in huts of the poor will find the talk about the poor in Parliament boring. Modi also hailed his government's decisions in the Budget and said that the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which his government started for the poor, has been stalled by some states, leaving poor people in hardship.

'Unconstitutional to hang Rajiv assassination convicts'

'Unconstitutional to hang Rajiv assassination convicts'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2013

Over 13 years after confirming the death sentence of the three accused in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination as head of a Supreme Court Bench, former judge K T Thomas on Sunday said it would be constitutionally incorrect to hang them as the convicts have spent 22 years in jail without a review of their case.

Sai's Take: Rajiv attack: Modi desperate?

Sai's Take: Rajiv attack: Modi desperate?

Rediff.com7 May 2019

'Does the BJP opening up a new assault on Rajiv Gandhi indicate that the BJP's internal calculations are pointing to the election results not going as it hoped, and hence a sign of desperation?' asks Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Rahul Gandhi on wearing T-shirt in Delhi's biting cold

Rahul Gandhi on wearing T-shirt in Delhi's biting cold

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Dressed in the T-shirt and slacks, Gandhi appeared oblivious to chilling winter temperatures.

Rajya Sabha sets record with second-longest sitting in history

Rajya Sabha sets record with second-longest sitting in history

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The Rajya Sabha, India's upper house of parliament, witnessed its second-longest sitting in history on Thursday, lasting until 4:02 am the next day. The House convened to clear the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and approve the statutory resolution on the imposition of President's Rule in Manipur. The longest sitting in Rajya Sabha history occurred on September 17, 1981, when the House sat until 4:43 am to pass the Essential Services Maintenance Bill.

Gandhi family used INS Viraat as 'personal taxi': PM

Gandhi family used INS Viraat as 'personal taxi': PM

Rediff.com8 May 2019

Modi's attack on the late prime minister comes on the heels of his allegation that Rajiv Gandhi died as a 'brashtachari no 1'.

Is Rahul or Priyanka the future of Congress?

Is Rahul or Priyanka the future of Congress?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The 52-year-old, who joins her mother Sonia and brother Rahul as an MP in what is a rare instance of three members of a family together in Parliament, would visit Parliament as a teenager to listen to her father Rajiv Gandhi speak as prime minister.

Sam Pitroda reacts over BJP's land-grabbing allegations

Sam Pitroda reacts over BJP's land-grabbing allegations

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Indian Overseas Congress chief Sam Pitroda has denied owning any land, home, or stocks in India, responding to allegations by a BJP leader that he illegally acquired 12.35 acres of government land in Bengaluru. The BJP leader, N R Ramesh, has filed a complaint with the Enforcement Directorate and the Karnataka Lokayukta, alleging that Pitroda, with the help of government officials, acquired the land for his organization, FRLHT. Pitroda, in a statement on X, categorically denied the allegations, stating he has never taken any salary during his time working with the Indian government and has never paid or accepted any bribe. He further clarified that FRLHT received a five-year lease on the land for conservation purposes, which expired in 2001 and was extended for another 10 years. Ramesh claims the lease expired in 2011 and the land, now worth over Rs 150 crore, was not reclaimed by the forest department. He has urged the ED to file a criminal case against those involved in the alleged land grab, including the officials responsible.

'I'm not nervous at all': Priyanka Gandhi finally makes poll debut

'I'm not nervous at all': Priyanka Gandhi finally makes poll debut

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

If Priyanka wins the Lok Sabha bypolls, it would be for the first time that three members of the Gandhi family will be in Parliament. Her mother Sonia Gandhi is a Rajya Sabha member from Rajasthan.

HC rejects Gandhis' plea against tax assessment transfer in case linked to arms dealer

HC rejects Gandhis' plea against tax assessment transfer in case linked to arms dealer

Rediff.com26 May 2023

The Delhi high court on Friday dismissed petitions by Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra against the income tax department's decision to transfer their assessments to the Central Circle, which is mandated to check tax evasion, instead of an ordinary assessment in a matter related to fugitive arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari.

Cow Hospitals And Wah Taj! in Agra

Cow Hospitals And Wah Taj! in Agra

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'Be it tourist guides, hotels, rickshaw drivers, all have a livelihood thanks to Shah Jahan.'

Tilak Varma Channels SKY

Tilak Varma Channels SKY

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Tilak Varma's impressive batting wasn't the only highlight of his innings against the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Your Karma awaits you: Rahul to Modi on Rajiv remark

Your Karma awaits you: Rahul to Modi on Rajiv remark

Rediff.com5 May 2019

At a rally in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, Modi targeted the former prime minister while attacking Rahul.

Priyanka pumps fresh blood into Rajiv's vision

Priyanka pumps fresh blood into Rajiv's vision

Rediff.com17 Oct 2009

Priyanka wants to promote rural uplift as RGF's main agenda through regional workshops in various state capitals.

DMK linked to Rajiv's killing indirectly: Jaya

DMK linked to Rajiv's killing indirectly: Jaya

Rediff.com24 May 2011

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Wednesday alleged that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam was linked with the assassination of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi in an "indirect way."

Rahul Pays Homage To Kargil's Warriors

Rahul Pays Homage To Kargil's Warriors

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

At the Kargil War Memorial, Rahul pays homage to the brave soldiers who made the Supreme Sacrifice for The Motherland.

Vishal Uppal gets Rajiv Puraskar

Vishal Uppal gets Rajiv Puraskar

Rediff.com14 Aug 2003

The Indian tennis ace is among five sportspersons selected by the Delhi government for the award.\n\n

CIA assessed Rajiv killing 5 years before he was killed

CIA assessed Rajiv killing 5 years before he was killed

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

Five years before Rajiv Gandhi was killed in 1991, the US Central Intelligence Agency had prepared a very detailed and thorough "brief" on what would happen if he is assassinated or makes an "abrupt departure" from the Indian political scene.

The Future Belongs To Thinkers And Communicators

The Future Belongs To Thinkers And Communicators

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'For 40 years, India valued only technical skills. IITs, coding -- that became everything.' 'Soft skills were sidelined. But those are the skills that will keep you employable now, not technical skills.'

Azhar's name off the stand? He says no way!

Azhar's name off the stand? He says no way!

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin plans to approach the Telangana High Court to challenge the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) Ombudsman's order to remove his name from the North Stand at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

HC grants 30 day parole to Rajiv case convict Nalini

HC grants 30 day parole to Rajiv case convict Nalini

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

Nalini, lodged in the Special Prison for Women in Vellore for the last 27 years, had sought six months leave to make arrangements for the marriage of her daughter.

Member pleads in LS for saving Rajiv's killers

Member pleads in LS for saving Rajiv's killers

Rediff.com26 Aug 2011

A member whose party is a supporter of the United Progressive Alliance on Friday pleaded in the Lok Sabha for saving Rajiv Gandhi's killers -- Murugan, Santhan and Perarivalan -- from the gallows.

Govt sets up team to probe 3 Gandhi family trusts

Govt sets up team to probe 3 Gandhi family trusts

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

The inter-ministerial committee will coordinate investigation against Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, Rajiv Gandhi Charitable Trust and Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.