News for 'Ravi Shankar'

The handicapped cyclist who campaigns for Modi

The handicapped cyclist who campaigns for Modi

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

Although his left hand is paralysed, Bijay Kumar Shahu dressed in stylish biking gear has cycled over 1,500 kilometres across 11 districts and 25 Vidhan Sabha constituencies to campaign for the BJP.

Govt asks CJI SA Bobde to recommend his successor

Govt asks CJI SA Bobde to recommend his successor

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

Justice NV Ramana is the senior-most judge in the top court after the CJI.

Ravi Teja shines in Mirapakai

Ravi Teja shines in Mirapakai

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

The Telugu film is watchable because of the actor's antics.

Rahul seeks speaker's permission to respond to 'defamatory' claims

Rahul seeks speaker's permission to respond to 'defamatory' claims

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Gandhi invoked Rule 357 which allows for "personal explanations" and also cited the example of Bharatiya Janata Party MP and then minister Ravi Shankar Prasad, who invoked the Rule to give an explanation regarding comments made by Jyotiraditya Scindia in relation to him in Parliament

Rijiju had frequent run-ins with judiciary as law minister

Rijiju had frequent run-ins with judiciary as law minister

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Kiren Rijiju's exit from the coveted law ministry came in the midst of his frequent criticism of the judiciary, particularly on the system of appointment of judges to high courts and the Supreme Court.

Subrata Roy gets 10 more days to deposit Rs 710 cr

Subrata Roy gets 10 more days to deposit Rs 710 cr

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

Besides Roy, two other directors, Ravi Shankar Dubey and Ashok Roy Choudhary, were also arrested for the failure of two group companies.

When Lata Refused To Sing For Hema Malini

When Lata Refused To Sing For Hema Malini

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

'It will remain my one regret that Lataji didn't sing for me in Meera.'

Vijay Shankar hopes to forget his 'disheartening' off day

Vijay Shankar hopes to forget his 'disheartening' off day

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Vijay Shankar is dealing with as he tries to move on from a "disheartening" off day that nearly cost India the Nidahas Trophy final against Bangladesh.

Great opportunity awaits in electronics manufacturing: Prasad

Great opportunity awaits in electronics manufacturing: Prasad

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday urged state IT ministers to move swiftly and promote electronics manufacturing through pro-investment initiatives, in a bid to tap a "great opportunity" that now beckons India. Prasad, who interacted with state IT ministers through video-conference against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic, told reporters later that eased connectivity norms to facilitate work-from-home, which were to end on April 30, have now been extended till July 31.

Ravi Varman: There is no sadness in Barfi!

Ravi Varman: There is no sadness in Barfi!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

The cinematographer talks about his experience of shooting Barfi!

PM Modi to address 12 rallies in poll-bound Bihar

PM Modi to address 12 rallies in poll-bound Bihar

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Social distancing norms would be ensured at the rallies with people having to wear face masks, besides arrangement for sanitisers being made, Fadnavis said.

'Guruji is immortal like his music'

'Guruji is immortal like his music'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

Family, students, fans and friends pay tribute to the legend of Pandit Ravi Shankar

Data protection bill referred to Parliament panel

Data protection bill referred to Parliament panel

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

The proposed law seeks bars on storing and processing of personal data by entities without the explicit consent of an individual. It, however, provides for exemptions for "reasonable purposes" such as "prevention and detection of any unlawful activity including fraud, whistle-blowing, merger and acquisitions, network and information security, credit scoring, recovery of debt, processing of publicly available personal data and the operation of search engines".

BJP backs Bhagwat, says RSS is not 'anti-women'

BJP backs Bhagwat, says RSS is not 'anti-women'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2013

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday defended Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat's remark that ''rapes occur frequently in India not in Bharat'', saying the present controversy is totally uncalled for and unnecessary.

Narendra Modi sworn in as Gujarat CM

Narendra Modi sworn in as Gujarat CM

Rediff.com26 Dec 2012

Top Bharatiya Janata Party leaders and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa will attend the swearing-in ceremony in which Narendra Modi will take oath as Gujarat chief minister on Wednesday. Heavy security arrangements have been made at the Sardar Patel Stadium where Modi will be sworn in as Chief Minister at a grand function at around 11 am.

NCTC is constitutionally vulnerable, warns BJP

NCTC is constitutionally vulnerable, warns BJP

Rediff.com6 May 2012

Terming the National Counter Terrorism Centre as a "constitutionally vulnerable" instrument which went against the country's federal structure, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh why the fight against terror through the Prevention Of Terrorism Act was "compromised" for vote-bank politics. "When you talk of fighting against terror with a constitutionally vulnerable instrument, BJP puts forth some questions to you," said BJP leader.

TCS, Infosys visa issue: Govt to intervene when required

TCS, Infosys visa issue: Govt to intervene when required

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

If the visa issue ultimately requires certain other considerations at govt level, we will consider that, says Ravi Shankar Prasad

Sebi begins prosecution proceedings against Sahara

Sebi begins prosecution proceedings against Sahara

Rediff.com25 Nov 2012

Market regulator Sebi has begun prosecution proceedings against two Sahara firms and their top officials, while accusing them of failing to provide documents related to three crore investors as per a Supreme Court order.

NYC settles with desi professor for racist remark

NYC settles with desi professor for racist remark

Rediff.com2 Nov 2010

New York City has settled a case by Ravi Shankar, associate professor of English and poet-in-residence, Central Connecticut State University, for wrongful arrest and detention last year.

China honours Indian journalist with highest award for foreigners

China honours Indian journalist with highest award for foreigners

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

Ravi Shankar, a senior Indian journalist working with a leading state-run English newspaper, was presented with 'Friendship Award', China's highest honour for foreign experts for their contribution to the country's economic and social development.

Masks, social distancing seen during swearing-in ceremony

Masks, social distancing seen during swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

The usual hugging and handshaking between the leaders after the conclusion of the oath-taking ceremony were missing as leaders preferred to greet each other with folded hands.

Laapataa Ladies Review: Cheerful Ode To Sisterhood

Laapataa Ladies Review: Cheerful Ode To Sisterhood

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Laapataa Ladies is gentle yet firm in calling out the hypocrisies colouring everyday mindsets and prejudices without acquiring the high-handedness of a crusader, observes Sukanya Verma.

Govt promises broadband access in all villages by 2022

Govt promises broadband access in all villages by 2022

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The mission - unveiled by Communications Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad -- will enable strengthening of technological infrastructure for education, health, entrepreneurship and development.

US: How an Indian poet was arrested and tortured

US: How an Indian poet was arrested and tortured

Rediff.com19 Aug 2009

The detention of actor Shahrukh Khan in the United States may have raised a storm in India, but the arrest Ravi Shankar, associate professor of English and poet-in-residence at Central Connecticut State University, has received little or no coverage in Indian media.Though it happened a month earlier in New York City, the arrest, detention and the actions of the court have raised many questions. Shankar is now consulting attorneys in the case for the legal steps.

Explain why minister, MP's accounts were locked: Parl panel to Twitter

Explain why minister, MP's accounts were locked: Parl panel to Twitter

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Last week, Twitter had blocked Union Information and Technology Minister Prasad from accessing his account which ratcheted up tensions with the government as it came under renewed attack for not following local laws.

Rahman attends the Grammys

Rahman attends the Grammys

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood stars are tweeting.

Differences in BJP on reservation in promotion bill

Differences in BJP on reservation in promotion bill

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Differences cropped up among Bharatiya Janata Party MPs on the issue of providing reservation in promotion for SC and ST government employees a day after a bill in this regard was passed by the Rajya Sabha.

Will Sri Sri be able to save AAP?

Will Sri Sri be able to save AAP?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

With an aim to revive its original movement, 55 members of the Aam Aadmi Party have turned to the spiritual guru. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Govt gets cracking on setting up Ayodhya temple trust

Govt gets cracking on setting up Ayodhya temple trust

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

With Parliament's winter session is to begin on November 18, the Union home and law ministries want to complete the process of formation of the board of trustees in time, reports R Rajagopalan.

'Young Cabinet ministers are the ones to look out for'

'Young Cabinet ministers are the ones to look out for'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

'It indicates the grooming of the party's new leadership.' 'It is also a signal to the states that these ministers represent.'

Asian Games: Vithya Ramraj equals PT Usha's national record!

Asian Games: Vithya Ramraj equals PT Usha's national record!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Vithya Ramraj equalled the legendary P T Usha's national record in the women's 400m hurdles.

Congress has reduced the government to a bazaar: BJP

Congress has reduced the government to a bazaar: BJP

Rediff.com4 May 2013

Charging that the government is working for dealers and brokers where every decision is up for sale, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday demanded that Railway Minister Pawan Bansal be sacked for the alleged involvement of his nephew in a bribery scandal.

2G: Chacko can't be removed as JPC chief, says Speaker

2G: Chacko can't be removed as JPC chief, says Speaker

Rediff.com2 May 2013

Rejecting Opposition demand for removal of P C Chacko as Joint Parliamentary Committee chairman, Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar on Thursday asked the panel chief and members to work out an agreeable solution to end the current "impasse" on its report on 2G Spectrum.

Govt stalling 2G scam probe: BJP

Govt stalling 2G scam probe: BJP

Rediff.com28 Apr 2011

Standing firmly behind Public Accounts Committee Chairperson Murli Manohar Joshi against the onslaught by Congress and Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam members, the Bharatiyas Janata Party on Thursday alleged that these were "calculated, deliberate and sponsored" attacks by the ruling coalition to stall the investigation into 2G scam.

Subrata Roy, 3 others appear before Sebi

Subrata Roy, 3 others appear before Sebi

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

The Sahara's is a high-profile refund case involving an estimated Rs 24,000 crore (Rs 240-billion) payment to over three crore (thirty million) investors.

Mr Prime Minister, this is not 'tu-tu main-main': BJP

Mr Prime Minister, this is not 'tu-tu main-main': BJP

Rediff.com1 Sep 2012

"The right to ask questions and seek political, Constitutional and moral accountability of the Prime Minister is indeed the constitutional and parliamentary obligation of the Opposition. And Mr Prime Minister this is not 'tu-tu main main," BJP chief spokesperson Ravi Shankar Prasad said.

Can't pay Rs 10,000 crore for Roy's bail: Sahara

Can't pay Rs 10,000 crore for Roy's bail: Sahara

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Sahara Chairman Roy was arrested on February 28 and has been held in a Delhi jail since March 4.

New IT rules to stop misuse of social media: IT minister

New IT rules to stop misuse of social media: IT minister

Rediff.com27 May 2021

"Ordinary users of WhatsApp have nothing to fear about the new Rules. Its entire objective is to find out who started the message that led to commissioning of specific crimes mentioned in the rules," Prasad added.

Sri Sri's mega 'Cultural Olympics' begins today

Sri Sri's mega 'Cultural Olympics' begins today

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

The stage is now set for the controversial three-day cultural event opening on Friday on the Yamuna flood plains even as Art of Living guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar struck a defiant note that he will not pay Rs 5 crore fine imposed by Green Tribunal and would rather go to jail.

India can get back to high growth: Chidambaram

India can get back to high growth: Chidambaram

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

Commenting on the Time magazine's latest article, the Home Minister said the United Progressive Alliance-II was confident that it would overcome the present economic situation.