News for 'Randeep Surjewala'

With smile, handshake, Pilot meets Gehlot after truce

With smile, handshake, Pilot meets Gehlot after truce

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

This is the first time both the leaders met after Pilot openly rebelled against Gehlot a month back.

Congress demands PM speak in Parliament on Tawang clash

Congress demands PM speak in Parliament on Tawang clash

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

The Congress MPs have given adjournment notices in both houses of Parliament to discuss the border situation with China.

Siddaramaiah meets Sonia, Rahul for cabinet expansion talks

Siddaramaiah meets Sonia, Rahul for cabinet expansion talks

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday met Congress parliamentary party (CPP) chairperson Sonia Gandhi and former party chief Rahul Gandhi at their residence in New Delhi.

SC uploads probe report, with photos, video of 'cash recovery' at judge home

SC uploads probe report, with photos, video of 'cash recovery' at judge home

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

The Supreme Court of India has released an inquiry report into the alleged discovery of a large amount of cash at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma. The report, which includes photos and videos, was uploaded on the court's website. Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has formed an in-house committee to investigate the matter and has asked the Delhi High Court Chief Justice to not assign any judicial work to Justice Varma. Justice Varma has denied the allegations, claiming they are part of a conspiracy to frame him. The inquiry report, submitted by the Delhi High Court Chief Justice, has been made public and calls for a deeper probe into the incident. The incident has raised concerns about judicial accountability and has prompted the Congress party to call for strong measures to uphold public trust in the judiciary.

With victory sign, Gehlot flaunts his strength

With victory sign, Gehlot flaunts his strength

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

The CLP meeting began about three hours later than scheduled, with ministers and MLAs flashed victory signs for the cameras.

Actor Urmila Matondkar joins Congress

Actor Urmila Matondkar joins Congress

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Rahul welcomed her in the party fold and wished her the best

Cong urges EC to stop Modi's meditation telecast, says it's poll code breach

Cong urges EC to stop Modi's meditation telecast, says it's poll code breach

Rediff.com30 May 2024

A delegation of Congress leaders Randeep Surjewala, Abhishek Singhvi and Syed Naseer Hussain met the Election Commission and handed over a memorandum with complaints of alleged model code violations by the Bharatiya Janata Party.

J-K, Haryana polls: BIG winners and losers

J-K, Haryana polls: BIG winners and losers

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Results for assembly polls in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir were declared on Tuesday, with the Bharatiya Janata Party scoring a hat-trick in Haryana while the National Conference-Congress alliance emerged victorious in J-K. Here's how some big names fared.

'Differences sorted': 24 new ministers to join Siddaramaiah cabinet

'Differences sorted': 24 new ministers to join Siddaramaiah cabinet

Rediff.com26 May 2023

A week after assuming power in Karnataka, the Congress on Friday released the list of 24 legislators who will be sworn-in as ministers to fill up all the vacant ministerial positions.

Shettar among Cong's star campaigners in Karnataka, Pilot missing

Shettar among Cong's star campaigners in Karnataka, Pilot missing

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

The Congress on Wednesday released a list of 40 leaders who would be the party's star campaigners for the May 10 assembly elections.

When will there be talk of defence and security, asks Rahul

When will there be talk of defence and security, asks Rahul

Rediff.com28 Jun 2020

Gandhi has been posing some tough questions to the government and seeking answers from the Prime Minister on the stand-off with China on the LAC in Ladakh and allegations of Chinese incursions into Indian territory.

MP polls: BJP, Cong fight for Ram temple credit

MP polls: BJP, Cong fight for Ram temple credit

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

A war of words has erupted in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh after the Congress objected to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party putting up hoardings taking credit for the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

Sonia Gandhi leaves for US for routine medical check-up: Sources

Sonia Gandhi leaves for US for routine medical check-up: Sources

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

They said her son and former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi is accompanying her during her travel to the US. Rahul is expected to return within a week.

Priyanka Gandhi condemns party MLA for 'enjoy rape' remark

Priyanka Gandhi condemns party MLA for 'enjoy rape' remark

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'I wholeheartedly condemn the statement made earlier today by Sri K R Ramesh Kumar. It is inexplicable how anyone can ever utter such words, they are indefensible. Rape is a heinous crime. Full stop,' she said on Twitter.

Jaswant Singh's son Manvendra joins Congress

Jaswant Singh's son Manvendra joins Congress

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Singh met Congress president Rahul Gandhi before joining the party.

No rift between me and Kamal Naath, says Digvijaya

No rift between me and Kamal Naath, says Digvijaya

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Singh in a statement noted several newspapers have claimed that he cancelled his visits to Jhabua and Khategaon due to his displeasure.

Rahul to hit streets against note ban after winter session

Rahul to hit streets against note ban after winter session

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

He will highlight the pain suffered by public due to demonetisation.

Rajasthan Guv to 'go by Constitution', Cong MLAs end dharna

Rajasthan Guv to 'go by Constitution', Cong MLAs end dharna

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

The Governor, however, wanted the state government's clarification on some points before he makes the announcement, according to a Congress leader.

Race for Karnataka CM: Siddaramaiah leaves for Delhi

Race for Karnataka CM: Siddaramaiah leaves for Delhi

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Amid speculation that he has been asked to come to the national capital by the high command, he said: "I have not received any call yet. Let's see."

Process to elect next party president set in motion: Cong

Process to elect next party president set in motion: Cong

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Asked about the organisational changes made by Gandhi and the subsequent reported statements by some leaders who had written to her over party reforms, Congress' chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said he had not seen a single statement by any Congress leader on the issue and cannot comment on that.

Sonia, Rahul, Priyanka go abroad, party doesn't know why

Sonia, Rahul, Priyanka go abroad, party doesn't know why

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

"Sonia Gandhi is currently travelling on a short international visit for personal reasons," the Congress party's chief spokesman Randeep Surjewala said.

Rajasthan crisis: Cong alleges horse trading, FIRs filed

Rajasthan crisis: Cong alleges horse trading, FIRs filed

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

The complaint mentions "Gajendra Singh" but does not say if it pertains to the Union minister.

Sonia tests Covid positive; will appear before ED, says Cong

Sonia tests Covid positive; will appear before ED, says Cong

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Congress president Sonia Gandhi has tested positive for COVID-19 and she has isolated herself under medical advice, party chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said on Thursday.

Parties keep watchful eye in high-octane RS contest

Parties keep watchful eye in high-octane RS contest

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

All 41 candidates from Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Jharkhand and Telangana were elected unopposed on Friday after the biennial elections to 57 Rajya Sabha seats were announced recently.

'Every dictator...': Cong's dig at Modi over new Parliament building

'Every dictator...': Cong's dig at Modi over new Parliament building

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Pm Modi made a surprise visit to the new parliament building and inspected various works as well as interacted with construction workers.

Sonia Gandhi retiring... but not from politics: Congress

Sonia Gandhi retiring... but not from politics: Congress

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

Asked what role she will assume after Rahul Gandhi takes over the reins of the party, Sonia Gandhi told media persons in the Parliament complex: "My role is to retire."

Sonia Gandhi celebrates 76th b'day in Ranthambore; Rahul, Priyanka join in

Sonia Gandhi celebrates 76th b'day in Ranthambore; Rahul, Priyanka join in

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Several top Congress leaders including party general secretary organisation K C Venugopal, Sachin Pilot, Randeep Surjewala and Shashi Tharoor, wished the former party chief on her birthday.

Congress calls for Bharat Bandh on Sep 10 over rising fuel prices

Congress calls for Bharat Bandh on Sep 10 over rising fuel prices

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

The common man was bearing the brunt of the escalating prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas, the Congress said.

It's official: Siddaramaiah to be Karnataka CM; Shivakumar his deputy

It's official: Siddaramaiah to be Karnataka CM; Shivakumar his deputy

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Ending days of suspense, the Congress on Thursday announced Siddaramaiah as the next chief minister of Karnataka and D K Shivakumar as his only deputy in the soon-to-formed cabinet.

Karnataka govt to financially help Prajwal case victims

Karnataka govt to financially help Prajwal case victims

Rediff.com5 May 2024

The Congress government in Karnataka will provide financial assistance to those allegedly sexually assaulted by Janata Dal-Secular leader Prajwal Revanna, the national party said on Sunday.

No data on undocumented Indians residing in US: Centre

No data on undocumented Indians residing in US: Centre

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The Indian government does not track the number of undocumented Indian immigrants residing in the US. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh, in a written response to a query in the Rajya Sabha, said these immigrants have "legally exited India" but have either overstayed their visa validity, or have entered the US illegally or without valid documents. The response comes at a time when Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day visit to the US, during which he will hold a bilateral meeting with President Trump. The two leaders are likely to discuss India-US cooperation in sectors like trade, investment, energy, defense, technology and immigration.

Cong appoints Maken as Raj in-charge, forms panel to address issues

Cong appoints Maken as Raj in-charge, forms panel to address issues

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Senior party leader Ahmed Patel, general secretary in-charge for Rajasthan Ajay Maken and general secretary organisation KC Venugopal have been made members of the panel.

Rahul meets Kharge as Karnataka CM dilemma deepens

Rahul meets Kharge as Karnataka CM dilemma deepens

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Gandhi drove to Kharge's residence and held a closed-door meeting with the Congress chief.

Race for K'aka CM heats up; all eyes on Cong top brass

Race for K'aka CM heats up; all eyes on Cong top brass

Rediff.com15 May 2023

With Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar both staking claim to the top post, they are lobbying hard for it with supporters of each one raising the pitch in support of their leader.

Prashant Kishor refuses to join Cong, says party needs leadership

Prashant Kishor refuses to join Cong, says party needs leadership

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

'I declined the generous offer of Congress to join the party as part of the EAG and take responsibility for the elections. In my humble opinion, more than me the party needs leadership and collective will to fix the deep rooted structural problems through transformational reforms,' Kishor said in a tweet.

RS polls: Raj BSP asks MLAs to vote for BJP-backed candidate

RS polls: Raj BSP asks MLAs to vote for BJP-backed candidate

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

'The BSP does not agree with the policies of the Congress and the BJP, and therefore opposes their candidates. The party has issued a whip directing the MLAs to vote for the Independent candidate'

Wasnik should file nomination for RS polls from Maharashtra: Chavan

Wasnik should file nomination for RS polls from Maharashtra: Chavan

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Chavan said he requested Wasnik to contest the Rajya Sabha polls from Maharashtra, his home state.

Govt delaying judges' appointment till...: Cong

Govt delaying judges' appointment till...: Cong

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

The Congress' attack comes after Law Minister Rijiju wrote to Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud suggesting the inclusion of representatives from the Union and state governments in the Supreme Court and high court collegiums.

Daughter lights pyre, Manmohan Singh cremated with full state honours

Daughter lights pyre, Manmohan Singh cremated with full state honours

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The mortal remains of former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh were consigned to flames at the Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi on Saturday amid the chanting of religious hymns. The funeral pyre was lit by his eldest daughter Upinder Singh.

'Arrogance of power': Congress on Amarinder-Shah meet

'Arrogance of power': Congress on Amarinder-Shah meet

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

'Because if a Dalit is made the chief minister, they ask who is taking the decisions in the Congress?'