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Miffed by Jairam's praise, Cong likens AAP govt to 'Lalu Raj'

Miffed by Jairam's praise, Cong likens AAP govt to 'Lalu Raj'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Reflecting the unease in party over praise of Aam Aadmi Party by its leaders, a Congress leader on Friday likened it to early days of Lalu Prasad's rule in Bihar in the nineties while another slammed Union minister Jairam Ramesh for praising Arvind Kejriwal's party.

Sonia reconstitutes CWC, removes Azad as general secretary

Sonia reconstitutes CWC, removes Azad as general secretary

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

From the 'group of 23' leaders, who had written letter to Gandhi seeking Congress' overhaul, Azad and Sharma continue to be regular members of the CWC,

'Modi can learn much from Narasimha Rao'

'Modi can learn much from Narasimha Rao'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh interacts with readers on Rediff Chat as he discusses the period that changed India's history, forever.

Kiran Bedi assumes charge as LG of Puducherry

Kiran Bedi assumes charge as LG of Puducherry

Rediff.com29 May 2016

Bedi is the fourth woman Lt Governor of the UnionTerritory, a post which was under the additional charge of Lt Governor of Andaman and NicobarIsland for nearly two years.

3 rebel Congress MLAs disqualified by K'taka speaker

3 rebel Congress MLAs disqualified by K'taka speaker

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

The speaker said he would take a decision on the remaining 14 cases in a "couple of days."

No AAP-Congress tie-up in Delhi, Dikshit, Maken to contest polls

No AAP-Congress tie-up in Delhi, Dikshit, Maken to contest polls

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

Dikshit will take on BJP's sitting MP Manoj Tiwari and Aam Aadmi Party's Dilip Pandey.

Tourism is booming

Tourism is booming

Rediff.com24 May 2005

I would look at Interantional Travel House

Can Kejriwal beat Modi in Delhi?

Can Kejriwal beat Modi in Delhi?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

'Mr Kejriwal has played it cool in distancing himself from Delhi's hotspots, adroitly pandering to the BJP's Hindu vote.' 'He neither visited the scene of JNU violence nor has he dropped by at Shaheen Bagh,' notes Sunil Sethi.

Kejriwal can't go for debate with 'murder accused' Giri: Sisodia

Kejriwal can't go for debate with 'murder accused' Giri: Sisodia

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Sisodia also sought to know why BJP leaders are coming out in 'support' of hotel owner Ramesh Kakkar who is a prime accused in the murder case. Giri, however, rubbished Sisodia's allegation that he is an 'accused' in the case, terming it as totally 'baseless'.

Kejriwal seeks 10 days to resolve problems of people in Delhi

Kejriwal seeks 10 days to resolve problems of people in Delhi

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday sought ten days time to formulate a system to address grievances and problems of the people in Delhi.

PIX: Sridevi, Chiranjeevi attend Jaya Prada's son's reception

PIX: Sridevi, Chiranjeevi attend Jaya Prada's son's reception

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

A look at the wedding reception pictures.

From the sports arenas to the political battlefield

From the sports arenas to the political battlefield

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

Right from the great Muhammad Ali, who was an influential figure during the African-American Civil Rights Movement to Cte d'Ivoire footballer Didier Drogba, who had a major hand in bringing peace to his country, sports personalities across the world have always played huge roles in social and geopolitical movements. The scenario is no different in India, as a lot of sporting stars have taken the political plunge. Take a look at the sports personalities contesting in elections 2019.

'Market is never guaranteed'

'Market is never guaranteed'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2004

'Investing over the next few years will be good'

Irked Moily refuses to answer queries on gas pricing issue

Irked Moily refuses to answer queries on gas pricing issue

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

He was speaking on the sidelines of a function to inaugurate the new building to house the Environment Ministry.

Amit Shah, S Jaishankar to be part of Modi Cabinet 2.0

Amit Shah, S Jaishankar to be part of Modi Cabinet 2.0

Rediff.com30 May 2019

The news of Shah joining the Cabinet came from Gujarat BJP chief Jitu Vaghani, who tweeted a congratulatory message. "Had a courtesy meeting with our mentor Amit Shah and gave my best wishes to him on his inclusion as a strong member of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's council of ministers," he tweeted.

Check out winning candidates from each phase of polls

Check out winning candidates from each phase of polls

Rediff.com28 May 2019

As the dust finally settles on the outcome of the Lok Sabha elections 2019 and Bharatiya Janata Party along with its NDA allies emerges as the clear winner, here is a list of who won in each of the 7 phases of elections.

I-Day gallantry awards: Abhinandan gets Vir Chakra

I-Day gallantry awards: Abhinandan gets Vir Chakra

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

The IAF received a total of 13 awards including five Yudh Seva Medals and seven Vayu Sena Medal.

Probe ordered after AAP woman activist commits suicide

Probe ordered after AAP woman activist commits suicide

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

The family members of the woman claimed that she had gone into depression after her alleged molester, a party colleague, was released on bail.

Several heavyweight Cong, BJP leaders bite dust in Delhi polls

Several heavyweight Cong, BJP leaders bite dust in Delhi polls

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

As the tables turned on the Congress in the Delhi polls, several heavyweights including three-time chief minister Sheila Dikshit, four-time member of Legislative Assembly A K Walia and senior Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party leader Vijender Gupta failed to save their seats.

'Toolkit' case: Delhi police looks for Mumbai lawyer, Pune engineer

'Toolkit' case: Delhi police looks for Mumbai lawyer, Pune engineer

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

A Mumbai lawyer and a Beed engineer joined arrested climate activist Disha Ravi in creating a protest toolkit backing the farmers' agitation with the aim of 'tarnishing the image of India' and collaborated with pro-Khalistani elements, Delhi Police officials said on Monday.

Sonia holds Iftar, shares table with Sharad Yadav and Lalu

Sonia holds Iftar, shares table with Sharad Yadav and Lalu

Rediff.com27 Jul 2014

Sonia Gandhi on Sunday hosted her first Iftar in three years, which saw the Congress president sharing a table with leaders of RJD and its new-found ally Janata Dal-United.

The Kejriwals of Varanasi have spoken

The Kejriwals of Varanasi have spoken

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

As many as seven retail shops on Lanka Road in Varanasi are owned and run by the extended family of the Kejriwals in the holy town.

Congress fields Ajay Rai against Modi, Kejriwal

Congress fields Ajay Rai against Modi, Kejriwal

Rediff.com8 Apr 2014

"Rai is a grass root worker, who is a sitting Congress MLA and has fought a number of elections successfully and he will be the best candidate in Varanasi", party spokesman Randeep Surjewala told reporters announcing the candidature.

Gargi molestation: FIR filed, anguished students protest

Gargi molestation: FIR filed, anguished students protest

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

During the college festival, 'Reverie', around 6:30 pm on February 6, groups of unruly, drunk men mobbed the entrances of the college and forced their way in.

Former Union minister Jaswant Singh passes away

Former Union minister Jaswant Singh passes away

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

Singh, a former Army officer, had been ill after a fall at his home in August 2014 and was admitted to the Army Research and Referral Hospital. He had been in and out of the hospital and was admitted again in June this year.

AAP open to form Delhi govt; asks LG not to dissolve assembly

AAP open to form Delhi govt; asks LG not to dissolve assembly

Rediff.com20 May 2014

Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday asked Lt Governor Najeeb Jung not to dissolve the Delhi assembly anytime soon, saying it will hold public meetings across the city to know whether the party should form the government again.

Trivendra Singh Rawat, ex-RSS pracharak sworn in as Uttarakhand CM

Trivendra Singh Rawat, ex-RSS pracharak sworn in as Uttarakhand CM

Rediff.com18 Mar 2017

Nine ministers also take oath. Satpal Maharaj, Harak Singh Rawat, Madan Kaushik, Arvind Pandey, Subodh Uniyal,Yashpal Arya and Prakash Pant have been made Cabinet ministers.

Sharad Pawar re-elected Mumbai Cricket Association president

Sharad Pawar re-elected Mumbai Cricket Association president

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Contesting on behalf of the BJP-backed Pawar-Bal Mahaddalkar group, Pawar beat the Shiv Sena-backed 'Cricket First' group's candidate Vijay Patil by 176-142 votes.

Delhi's 'Aam Aadmi' sarkar completes 100 days in office

Delhi's 'Aam Aadmi' sarkar completes 100 days in office

Rediff.com24 May 2015

The Aam Aadmi Party-led Delhi government on Sunday completed 100 days in office, a period marked by its ongoing bitter tussle with the Lt Governor, a split in the party and implementation of a slew of its electoral promises, including slashing power tariff by 50 per cent and providing free water of up to 20,000 litres per month.

Check out the 71 seats going to polls in Phase 4

Check out the 71 seats going to polls in Phase 4

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

The fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections will go to polls on April 29. The voting will be held for 71 seats spread across 9 states.

Shah Rukh: Today as I turn 50, I turn 25 again

Shah Rukh: Today as I turn 50, I turn 25 again

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

MCA ruling group to support Sharad Pawar for elections

MCA ruling group to support Sharad Pawar for elections

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

The ruling group of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Tuesday extended its support to Sharad Pawar at the October 18 biennial elections for which the Union Agriculture Minister is expected to file his presidential nomination.

JNU students clash with police en route Rashtrapati Bhavan

JNU students clash with police en route Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

The students are demanding the removal of vice chancellor M Jagadesh Kumar from his post.

Girri ends fast after Rajnath visits him at protest site

Girri ends fast after Rajnath visits him at protest site

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

The East Delhi MP was on protest demanding proof from Kejriwal about his allegations that he was involved in Khan's murder and demanded an apology in case the chief minister was unable to do so.

10 defectors, who helped BJP, made Karnataka ministers

10 defectors, who helped BJP, made Karnataka ministers

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The then disqualified Congress-JDS MLAs who had shifted loyalty to the BJP and won the December by-elections, were sworn-in at a simple ceremony at Raj Bhavan with Governor Vajubhai Vala admistering oath of office and secrecy.

Gambhir, Vijender, Pragya.. candidates to watch out for in Phase 6

Gambhir, Vijender, Pragya.. candidates to watch out for in Phase 6

Rediff.com12 May 2019

Here are some of the political leaders' who await their fate.

These are the first-time ministers in Modi Sarkar 2.0

These are the first-time ministers in Modi Sarkar 2.0

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Here's a list of the full first-time ministers in the second term of the Narendra Modi government.

Have Sonia and Rahul buried the Congress?

Have Sonia and Rahul buried the Congress?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'It is mind-boggling that a party can be in rigor mortis even after numerous electoral defeats,' observes Ramesh Menon.

Is a revolt brewing in the Congress?

Is a revolt brewing in the Congress?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

With party Vice-president Rahul Gandhi's relations with senior party leaders deteriorating, Priyanka Gandhi is now being tipped to be the bridge between the organisation, the government, and the family. Renu Mittal reports.

Yeddyurappa to take oath as Karnataka CM today

Yeddyurappa to take oath as Karnataka CM today

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

This will be the fourth stint for Yeddyurappa as the chief minister -- the last one was after the May 2018 assembly polls.