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Can Jeetega Bharat Campaign Win 2024?

Can Jeetega Bharat Campaign Win 2024?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Jeetega Bharat has selected 125 Lok Sabha seats across the country where it will assist the Opposition alliance.

ED arrests Maltese man who helped Kamal Nath's nephew in Rs 354-cr bank fraud

ED arrests Maltese man who helped Kamal Nath's nephew in Rs 354-cr bank fraud

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Nitin Bhatnagar, a Maltese citizen and a former relationship manager of the Bank of Singapore, was taken into custody under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act on Tuesday.

Ahmed Patel, Sonia Gandhi's trusted aide, passes away

Ahmed Patel, Sonia Gandhi's trusted aide, passes away

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Patel, 71, who was critical for a few days, was admitted to the Medanta hospital in Gurugram on November 15 after he developed complications. His son Faisal said he died at 3.30 am.

Modi calls Uddhav, says Sena a trusted ally of BJP

Modi calls Uddhav, says Sena a trusted ally of BJP

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

In a damage control exercise, the Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on Tuesday night spoke to Shiv Sena President Uddhav Thackeray amid fissures in the saffron alliance over BJP's overtures to the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena.

Nehru: The Man Who Knew No Fear

Nehru: The Man Who Knew No Fear

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

On Jawaharlal Nehru's 134th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recounts incidents where the first prime minister showed exemplary courage, bravery and integrity.

'Terrorism in Kashmir can be eliminated...'

'Terrorism in Kashmir can be eliminated...'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

'...only if we sort it out with Pakistan.'

Rift in Haryana BJP, senior leader threatens to quit

Rift in Haryana BJP, senior leader threatens to quit

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Haryana Bharatiya Janata Party leader Birender Singh on Monday threatened to quit the party if does not sever ties with the Jannayak Janta Party, which he accused of indulging in rampant corruption in the state.

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Kangana Ranaut plays an Air Force pilot in Tejas, joining an increasing list of films and shows centered around women playing significant roles in their careers.

Bigg Boss 15: Is Karan-Tejasswi's relationship toxic?

Bigg Boss 15: Is Karan-Tejasswi's relationship toxic?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Tejasswi says Karan he is just over protective of her.

In Amethi, Shah, Irani slam Rahul; accuse Sonia-led trust of land grab

In Amethi, Shah, Irani slam Rahul; accuse Sonia-led trust of land grab

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Shah said, "Rahul baba cannot see development as he sports Italian spectacles."

Can we trust China?

Can we trust China?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2006

Despite the recent thaw in relations, the border issue and China's relations with Pakistan continue to bother India. Can we trust Beijing?

Was Narasimha Rao India's Best Prime Minister?

Was Narasimha Rao India's Best Prime Minister?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

'He told senior journalists a few days after the Babri Masjid demolition, 'Jo hua theek hua. Maine isliye hone diya ki BJP ki rajniti hamesha ke liye khatam ho jaye.'

Bigg Boss 15: When Salman made Tejasswi Cry

Bigg Boss 15: When Salman made Tejasswi Cry

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Salman Khan enters the house with a tempting offer...that makes everyone cry.

Some foreign universities acting as centres of anti-India activities: Dhankhar

Some foreign universities acting as centres of anti-India activities: Dhankhar

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Thursday said "dangers are emanating from outfits", including some foreign universities, doubling up as centres of subversive anti-India activities out to demolish the country's civilisation ethos and sully and muddy its growth.

When regional parties start off a no-trust move against Centre

When regional parties start off a no-trust move against Centre

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

It is possibly the first time that a regional party with not even enough numbers to move a no-trust motion has taken the lead, and others are following it. The hints of a no-trust move first came from the YSR Congress, and the ruling TDP could not have stayed on together when the question is another version of 'Telugu atma gouravam' - an issue that fired its founder N T Rama Rao in the 1980s, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

What if LTTE's Prabhakaran were alive...

What if LTTE's Prabhakaran were alive...

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

The Indian authorities have to reconfirm that Prabhakaran is dead. It may require seeking assistance from Interpol and also involve the re-opening of the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, and more so, the investigations, formally or otherwise, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Ratan Tata, ex-SC judge Thomas appointed as trustees of PM Cares Fund

Ratan Tata, ex-SC judge Thomas appointed as trustees of PM Cares Fund

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded the people for contributing wholeheartedly to the PM CARES Fund as he chaired its meeting which was also attended by newly-nominated trustees Justice K T Thomas, former deputy Lok Sabha speaker Kariya Munda and Ratan Tata, the PMO said on Wednesday.

National interest must guide your every decision, Modi tells bureaucrats

National interest must guide your every decision, Modi tells bureaucrats

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday urged bureaucrats to make national interest the sole basis of their every decision, saying the country has put its faith in them and they must uphold that trust.

Top-level bureaucratic reshuffle at Centre, Pant named new health secretary

Top-level bureaucratic reshuffle at Centre, Pant named new health secretary

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Pant, a 1991-batch Indian Administrative Service officer of Rajasthan cadre, is currently secretary in the ministry of ports, shipping and waterways.

Real estate trusts could be new funding source for builders

Real estate trusts could be new funding source for builders

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

Real estate firms like DLF, Prestige, Phoenix Mills to benefit.

Bigg Boss 15: Jay's lipstick bonding with Shamita

Bigg Boss 15: Jay's lipstick bonding with Shamita

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

With three contestants out of the house and wild card contestants ready to enter, it will be interesting to see how the dynamics change in the Bigg Boss house.

4 Reasons Why Chinese Is Aggressive With India

4 Reasons Why Chinese Is Aggressive With India

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Some may see China's decision to antagonise India as strategically unwise. But China believes its prestige demands standing up to India, whatever the cost.

Dress rehearsal for 2024: Bengal panchayat polls on July 8

Dress rehearsal for 2024: Bengal panchayat polls on July 8

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

State Election Commissioner Rajiva Sinha on Thursday said that the village council elections will be held on a single day, with the deadline for filing nominations set for June 15. The votes will be counted on July 11.

International flight services to normalise very soon: Aviation secy

International flight services to normalise very soon: Aviation secy

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

Scheduled international passenger flights to and from India remain suspended since March 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic. The suspension has been extended till November 30.

IT Dept detects 'tax evasion worth crores' in raids linked to SP

IT Dept detects 'tax evasion worth crores' in raids linked to SP

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

The Income Tax Department detected bogus expenditure claims and alleged transfer of share capitals worth crores of rupees through shell companies after it recently raided some entities in Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh, including people linked to the Samajwadi Party.

Business Families and their UGLY succession battles

Business Families and their UGLY succession battles

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

The world is full of family businesses that withered away with the passing of generations, creating much bitterness and ill will. Entire clans that used to be household names have become pale shadows of their once-mighty empires.

Tharoor favours limiting Cong state presidents' term, releases poll manifesto

Tharoor favours limiting Cong state presidents' term, releases poll manifesto

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Denying rumours that he may opt out of the presidential race due to meagre support, Tharoor said he was very much in the fray and has been receiving support from various quarters.

From councillor to top Cong leader: The journey of Ahmed Patel

From councillor to top Cong leader: The journey of Ahmed Patel

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

He was elected as a local body councillor in 1976 in Bharuch Municipal body of Gujarat at the age of 25 years and became the political secretary of Sonia Gandhi and remained a bridge during UPA-I tenure between the party and the government.

Loyalist to rebel: What forced Azad to sever 50 years of bond with Congress

Loyalist to rebel: What forced Azad to sever 50 years of bond with Congress

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

"The situation has become irretrievable", Azad, 73, said in his parting shot to Sonia Gandhi, whose trusted confidante he remained right from the time of Sitaram Kesri's unceremonious exit as the party's chief in 2000.

Never successful: A history of no-confidence motions

Never successful: A history of no-confidence motions

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

As the Lok Sabha debates a no-confidence motion brought against the Narendra Modi government by the opposition, the 28th such motion to be admitted in the Lower House, data compiled by a think tank shows all previous ones have either been defeated or remained inconclusive.

After acrimonious campaign, Karnataka to vote on Wednesday

After acrimonious campaign, Karnataka to vote on Wednesday

Rediff.com9 May 2023

While the ruling BJP, riding on the Modi juggernaut, wants to break the 38-year jinx and retain its southern citadel, the Congress is seeking to wrest power to give the party much-needed elbow room and momentum to position itself as the main opposition player in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

Bigg Boss 15: Jay-Vishal's UGLY BRAWL!

Bigg Boss 15: Jay-Vishal's UGLY BRAWL!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Tempers flare up in Bigg Boss 15, even in front of the media.

There should be no witch hunt in a party: RCP Singh on JD-U

There should be no witch hunt in a party: RCP Singh on JD-U

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

Former Union minister RCP Singh on Thursday rued the "witch hunt" in the Janata Dal-United which he felt had resulted in many of his loyalists being sacked after the impression grew that he has ceased to be in the good books of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

How Ahmed Patel became close to Sonia Gandhi

How Ahmed Patel became close to Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

'Temperamentally, they are quite alike.' 'Ahmed Patel avoided the limelight and was not a power seeker.' 'The Gandhis too are not power wielders, but trustees of power.'

'Childish jab': Solicitor general opposes Kejriwal's RTI plea on Modi's degree

'Childish jab': Solicitor general opposes Kejriwal's RTI plea on Modi's degree

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The Gujarat University on Thursday told the high court in Ahmedabad the Right to Information Act cannot be used for satisfying someone's "childish curiosity" as it defended its petition seeking quashing of an order under the transparency law to provide information on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's degree to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal.

'Beginning of the end': Opposition rejoices in BJP defeat in Karnataka

'Beginning of the end': Opposition rejoices in BJP defeat in Karnataka

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Opposition leaders on Saturday lauded the Congress for its victory in Karnataka and thanked the people of the state, saying that this win has showed that 'Modi is not invincible'.

Industrialist Rahul Bajaj passes away

Industrialist Rahul Bajaj passes away

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

He is survived by two sons, Rajiv Bajaj and Sanjiv Bajaj, and a daughter Sunaina Kejriwal.

Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to be ready by Jan 1, 2024: Amit Shah

Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to be ready by Jan 1, 2024: Amit Shah

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Addressing a public rally in Sabroom in poll-bound Tripura, Shah said that the Congress and the Communist Party of India-Marxist had put the Ram Mandir issue in the jurisdiction of the court for long, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for it after the Supreme Court's order.

Will Modi Contest 2024 Elections From Vellore?

Will Modi Contest 2024 Elections From Vellore?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Vellore is one of the two seats that the DMK alliance won by the narrowest of margins in 2019. For the DMK's vote-score to be so low in a constituency with a substantial Muslim population has not missed the BJP strategists' eyes, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Delhi HC to rule tomorrow on pleas to criminalise marital rape

Delhi HC to rule tomorrow on pleas to criminalise marital rape

Rediff.com10 May 2022

The Delhi high court is scheduled to pronounce on Wednesday its verdict on a batch of pleas seeking the criminalisation of marital rape.