News for 'Renu'

Short story writing workshop in Mumbai

Short story writing workshop in Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

Always wanted to write but didn't know where to start? There's help!

India readies 5 sites for final phase of trials of Oxford COVID vaccine

India readies 5 sites for final phase of trials of Oxford COVID vaccine

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

The Serum Institute of India, the largest vaccine maker in the world, has been chosen by Oxford and its partner AstraZeneca to manufacture the vaccine once it is ready. Trials results for the first two phases were published earlier this month.

Sonia gets cold feet, Congressmen worried

Sonia gets cold feet, Congressmen worried

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

Congress President Sonia Gandhi's decision not to name Rahul Gandhi as the party's prime ministerial candidate has demoralised the already-bruised cadre. Expect a stormy AICC session in New Delhi on Friday, says Renu Mittal

Anger is building up within the Congress!

Anger is building up within the Congress!

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Anger is building up within the party at the manner in which the leadership is unwilling to act after the defeat. What is certain is that more and more people are likely to speak out.

Nitish's minister quits just 3 days after swearing-in

Nitish's minister quits just 3 days after swearing-in

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Chaudhary sent his resignation immediately after assuming charge at 1 pm, informed sources said.

A 38-year-old woman died... just like that

A 38-year-old woman died... just like that

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Renu Balakrishnan's heartrending story about a mother's love. A Women's Day Special.

A 38-year-old woman died... just like that

A 38-year-old woman died... just like that

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Renu Balakrishnan's heartrending story about a mother's love. A Women's Day Special.

Congress hit by desperation and desertion

Congress hit by desperation and desertion

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

Desperation and desertion appear to be growing in the Congress as the Lok Sabha election nears.

Why this sudden new love for Anna Hazare?

Why this sudden new love for Anna Hazare?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

The Congress and BJP are cosying up to Anna Hazare to isolate Arvind Kejriwal, who is appearing to be more difficult and impractical than was thought earlier, and probably to regain some credibility. Renu Mittal reports

Misty-eyed and wonderstruck in Munnar

Misty-eyed and wonderstruck in Munnar

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

The views are stunning, the skies are blue, the forests are lush and, wonder of wonders, thanks to the discipline of the tea estate, even man isn't vile, discover Renu Bahal Wadhwa and T C A Srinivasa Raghavan after a trip to Kerala's breathtakingly beautiful hill retreat.

Revealed: BJP-Congress games behind Telangana Bill

Revealed: BJP-Congress games behind Telangana Bill

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Opposition BJP has assured the ruling UPA that it would support the bill for the creation of Telangana in Parliament

Anushka-Virat watch Sui Dhaaga with Varun-Natasha

Anushka-Virat watch Sui Dhaaga with Varun-Natasha

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

It's double date night!

Sunanda's death: Shashi Tharoor is in big trouble

Sunanda's death: Shashi Tharoor is in big trouble

Rediff.com18 Jan 2014

Sunanda Pushkar's shocking and 'unnatural' demise has brought Union minister Shashi Tharoor's political career under the scanner, and with no leniency being shown by the Congress party, it seems the flamboyant MP will have to fight his own battle, reports Renu Mittal.

Why Congress finally said YES to Telangana

Why Congress finally said YES to Telangana

Rediff.com27 Jul 2013

Carving out Rayalseema is aimed at reducing the clout and weightage of Jagan Mohan Reddy, who commands strong support in the region.

Big fat Indian weddings to the rescue of 5-star hotels

Big fat Indian weddings to the rescue of 5-star hotels

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Hotels are also relying on couples who had earlier planned destination weddings but are now considering options within the country.

Gloom, doom and a million mutinies to come

Gloom, doom and a million mutinies to come

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

With the mood in the party one of "gloom and doom", some MPs are getting ready to desert the Congress.

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Jogi, 74, had been battling for life at the private hospital for the last 20 days and suffered a cardiac arrest in the afternoon, they said. He is survived by his wife Renu Jogi, the MLA from Kota constituency, and son Amit Jogi, a former MLA.

The Rediff News Quiz, 2020

The Rediff News Quiz, 2020

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

Take our quiz to find out just how much of a news wiz you are.

Rahul falters in his choices

Rahul falters in his choices

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

Is Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi listening to the right people before making crucial decisions? Renu Mittal reports.

PIX: Anushka, Alia, Ranbir at Mumbai police show

PIX: Anushka, Alia, Ranbir at Mumbai police show

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

Bollywood's biggest and most beautiful stars turn up at the Mumbai police's annual show.

PIX: Yesteryear Heroines watch Kareena's latest film

PIX: Yesteryear Heroines watch Kareena's latest film

Rediff.com20 Sep 2012

A special screening was organised for the beautiful ladies.

Why Sonia can't get PM to sack his ministers

Why Sonia can't get PM to sack his ministers

Rediff.com9 May 2013

Congress President Sonia Gandhi has come across tough resistance from Prime Minister Manmohan Singh over the issue of sacking tainted ministers in his Cabinet. For now, Dr Singh is having it his way, but voices of dissent are growing louder. Renu Mittal reports.

Congress goes social: Who will talk to aam aadmi, Mr Rahul?

Congress goes social: Who will talk to aam aadmi, Mr Rahul?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Rahul's two-day workshop on media spokespersons left more questions unanswered and left a large number of those who had come from all over the country unsatisfied with what was being said and what they were supposed to do.

Can a hot headed, immature Rahul be India's PM?

Can a hot headed, immature Rahul be India's PM?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

Mother Sonia Gandhi may have forced her son Rahul to express regret about his recent outrageous behaviour, but it has triggered a discussion both within the party as well as among the allies on whether the Congress vice president is really ready to become the prime minister. Renu Mittal reports

UPSC results declared, women bag top four slots

UPSC results declared, women bag top four slots

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

Women candidates have bagged the three top slots in the prestigious Civil Services examination to select Indian Administrative Service and Indian Police Service officers among others.

PM asks bankers to ensure stable credit growth

PM asks bankers to ensure stable credit growth

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

During a three-hour long virtual meeting with CEOs of large public and private sector banks along with heads of NBFCs, the prime minister assured them that the government is ready to take all steps to support the financial sector.

PIX: Salman, Vidya, Irrfan at Star Screen Awards

PIX: Salman, Vidya, Irrfan at Star Screen Awards

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

The awards season has begun!

Sonia upset with anxious PM's deferment of food ordinance

Sonia upset with anxious PM's deferment of food ordinance

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

Congress President Sonia Gandhi feels the prime minister should not be bothered about the consequences of an ordinance, as the food security legislation is important for the party's electoral future. Renu Mittal reports.

UPA to bring ordinance to implement Food Security Bill

UPA to bring ordinance to implement Food Security Bill

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Most Congress leaders felt the government should introduce an ordinance so that the party can get the credit for the legislation that will provide food security to millions in the country.

Rahul's tutorial for the Rajasthan Congress

Rahul's tutorial for the Rajasthan Congress

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

The Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi wants state leaders to pull up their socks and deliver results within three months or face consequences, reports Renu Mittal

DMK serves Manmohan Singh a hot potato

DMK serves Manmohan Singh a hot potato

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

Renu Mittal reports on how the United Progressive Alliance government is walking the tight-rope over the Sri Lankan Tamils issue.

Is polarisation of votes BJP's Lok Sabha poll strategy?

Is polarisation of votes BJP's Lok Sabha poll strategy?

Rediff.com21 May 2013

The recent Bharatiya Janata Party state in-charge appointments have sparked certain speculation over the party's strategy in the upcoming general elections, notes Renu Mittal.

Sacking of ministers: PM, Sonia hold different views?

Sacking of ministers: PM, Sonia hold different views?

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's unprecedented protection of Law Minister Ashwini Kumar is baffling say many in the Congress party. Renu Mittal reports

P C Chacko unites the opposition against Congress

P C Chacko unites the opposition against Congress

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

Senior Congress leaders admit that the JPC issue has boomeranged against the party, reports Renu Mittal.

PM, Sonia have shot themselves in the foot

PM, Sonia have shot themselves in the foot

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

The manner in which Prime Minister Manmohan Singh demoted Jaipal Reddy and promoted Salman Khurshid has done little to salvage the reputation of an already tarnished United Progressive Alliance government, writes Renu Mittal

As BJP sharpens its knife, PM goes to Pranab for help

As BJP sharpens its knife, PM goes to Pranab for help

Rediff.com20 Apr 2013

The long meeting between President Pranab and the PM comes amid a heightened threat perception that the UPA government may not be able to complete its term, says Renu Mittal

Women voters in Bihar are no longer a silent force

Women voters in Bihar are no longer a silent force

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

This was the first major election in the country amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Obviously, the women of Bihar were not intimidated by the pandemic and came out in large numbers to vote.

Coal scam: Did the law minister try to influence CBI?

Coal scam: Did the law minister try to influence CBI?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

While the BJP is baying for the resignation of Law Minister Ashwini Kumar, the Congress is worried that the issue could create serious trouble for the government, reports Renu Mittal

AICC Chintan Shivir in Jaipur to focus on generation next

AICC Chintan Shivir in Jaipur to focus on generation next

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

Breaking away from tradition, several young Congress leaders are expected to speak at the AICC Chintan Shivir being held in Jaipur, reports Renu Mittal

Are signs of green shoots in economy really visible?

Are signs of green shoots in economy really visible?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

While seven companies bagged orders worth Rs 42,000 crore, industry experts said most of this new order activity was a spillover, and fresh project finalisation remains weak.