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DLF extends fall on corporate governance issues

DLF extends fall on corporate governance issues

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

DLF extends fall on corporate governance issues, down 10% in two days DLF is trading lower by 2.2% at Rs 219, extending its previous day's over 7.4% after Arvind Kejriwal, a social activist-turned-politician has accused the real estate developer of favouring Robert Vadra, son-in-law of Congress chief and the UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, with easy loans for some undue gains.

After ousting Congress in Delhi, AAP targets Haryana

After ousting Congress in Delhi, AAP targets Haryana

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

Taking the ruling Congress head on, Aam Aadmi Party leader Yogendra Yadav has claimed that corruption in Haryana was "much worse than Delhi".

Elections soon after Diwali!

Elections soon after Diwali!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

The state of the economy which is in a far worse condition than the government wants us to know; the UPA's instability and the Robert Vadra factor may force a Lok Sabha election this winter, predicts T V R Shenoy

Exclusive: Shobhaa De's advice for Rahul Gandhi

Exclusive: Shobhaa De's advice for Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

Novelist Shobhaa De's typically original advice for Congress neta Rahul Gandhi, his sister Priyanka and his bro-in-law Robert Vadra...

IAC claims shoe-thrower close to Gandhi family

IAC claims shoe-thrower close to Gandhi family

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

India Against Corruption (IAC) on Friday claimed that a man who threw a shoe at Arvind Kejriwal two days ago is close to Gandhi family.

The Gandhis have much to answer for

The Gandhis have much to answer for

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

The Gandhis have much to answer for. In particular, their hands-off political style, an attempt to create an above-the-fray demeanour, writes Mihir S Sharma

Goldman removes DLF from Asia-Pacific 'buy' list

Goldman removes DLF from Asia-Pacific 'buy' list

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

However UBS maintains a buy with a price target of Rs 280.

DLF stock falls for 3rd day; down over 4%

DLF stock falls for 3rd day; down over 4%

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Shares of DLF slipped over 4 per cent on fresh allegations by activist Arvind Kerijwal about company's nexus with Robert Vadra and Haryana Government.

Why DLF's deals with Sky Light need explanation

Why DLF's deals with Sky Light need explanation

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Is it the usual practice for DLF to give an advance equal to 86 per cent of the sale price on land, before the sale takes place?

Congress protest 'to save Rs 2000 cr of Gandhis': BJP

Congress protest 'to save Rs 2000 cr of Gandhis': BJP

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

Irani said the show of strength by the Congress is aimed at putting pressure on the probe agency, and asserted that nobody is above the law "even Rahul Gandhi".

Rahul, Priyanka leave for Karachi

Rahul, Priyanka leave for Karachi

Rediff.com12 Mar 2004

Robert Vadra and Rajiv Shukla were also with them.

Sonia, Rahul head for Beijing

Sonia, Rahul head for Beijing

Rediff.com6 Aug 2008

Adding a new dimension to Sino-India ties, the Congress and Communist Party of China are set to institutionalise their relationship when Sonia Gandhi undertakes a visit to Beijing from Thursday. The United Progressive Alliance chairperson, along with Rahul Gandhi, have been invited by the CPC leadership to attend the inaugural ceremony of Beijing Olympics on Friday, a gesture that demonstrates the significance China accords to her.

After Sonia's letter on IAS officer, SP to vote against Food Bill

After Sonia's letter on IAS officer, SP to vote against Food Bill

Rediff.com4 Aug 2013

A day after Sonia Gandhi's letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh asking the Centre to ensure that suspended Indian Administrative Service officer Durga Shakti Nagpal is not "unfairly treated", the Samajwadi Party flexed its muscle over the Food Security Bill.

PHOTOS: The girl who made Rahul smile

PHOTOS: The girl who made Rahul smile

Rediff.com21 Aug 2015

Miraya Gandhi, the daughter of the Priyanka Gandhi and Robert Vadra, was captured at the birth anniversary celebrations at Vir Bhumi, the samadhi of Rajiv Gandhi.

Rahul's talk with students to be probed for poll code violation

Rahul's talk with students to be probed for poll code violation

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

The top Congress leader, in his interaction with students of the Stella Maris College in Chennai on March 13, promised 33 per cent reservation in government jobs for women and answered several of their questions.

'Received it today,' says Priyanka on ED notice to husband over land deal

'Received it today,' says Priyanka on ED notice to husband over land deal

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday took a dig at the Enforcement Directorate for giving out news regarding her husband Robert Vadra's alleged money laundering and connection involving a land deal in Bikaner district, Rajasthan.

Cong trains guns at Modi about Haryana land deal remark

Cong trains guns at Modi about Haryana land deal remark

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Congress has approached the Election Commission seeking "exemplary punishment" for Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks on a land deal involving Robert Vadra and DLF in Haryana.

War is no solution: Priyanka

War is no solution: Priyanka

Rediff.com13 Mar 2004

Pakistan visit is mainly to restore peace between the two countries, by developing people-to-people contact

Rahul, Priyanka, PM pay tributes to Rajiv Gandhi

Rahul, Priyanka, PM pay tributes to Rajiv Gandhi

Rediff.com21 May 2019

"Tributes to former PM Shri Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary," Modi tweeted.

With puja and roadshow, Sonia, Smriti file nominations

With puja and roadshow, Sonia, Smriti file nominations

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

Before filing her nomination papers at the Collectorate Rae Bareli, the UPA chairperson held a roadshow and offered puja at the Congress central office.

Never Tickle a Sleeping Dragon

Never Tickle a Sleeping Dragon

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

'The dragon is Narendra Modi. While it may be harsh -- a tad -- to say that it was sleeping, it is fair to say that the government's approach in tackling corruption cases was lackadaisical.' 'By choosing corruption as an issue the Opposition has goaded the Treasury benches to return fire -- and the BJP has more potent ammunition,' says T V R Shenoy.

Priyanka seeks withdrawal of special security at airports

Priyanka seeks withdrawal of special security at airports

Rediff.com30 May 2014

Priyanka Gandhi on Friday asked the Special Protection Group to withdraw the exemption given to her and her family from normal security checks in the airports, a plea that comes in the wake of reports that government is considering cancellation of such a facility to her husband Robert Vadra.

Saddening if done for vested interests: Ashok Khemka on 46th transfer

Saddening if done for vested interests: Ashok Khemka on 46th transfer

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Khemka who held the charge of principal secretary, social justice and empowerment department, was transferred and posted as principal secretary, sports and youth affairs.

'This will keep going on': Priyanka Gandhi on husband's questioning

'This will keep going on': Priyanka Gandhi on husband's questioning

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Priyanka, who conducted a meeting with local Congress workers inside the party office for around 16 hours on Tuesday, told reporters, "These things will keep on going, I'm doing my own work." She made the remarks when asked if Vadra's questioning by the ED affected her.

Rahul promises 33% job reservation for women if UPA wins polls

Rahul promises 33% job reservation for women if UPA wins polls

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

The Congress president addressing women students at the Stella Maris College said that the law must apply to everybody and not be applied selectively.

Swamy backtracks, claims bloodshed means chaos

Swamy backtracks, claims bloodshed means chaos

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

In another somersault, the BJP MP claims Arun Jaitley looks smart in a suit.

Why Priyanka Gandhi won't fight polls

Why Priyanka Gandhi won't fight polls

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

Priyanka Gandhi on Monday trashed reports that she wanted to challenge Narendra Modi for the Lok Sabha seat from Varanasi and was stopped by the party high command, stating it is a "personal" decision not to contest and that her family would "wholeheartedly support" her if she ever wanted to.

BJP leader Vinay Katiyar's sexist remark on Priyanka triggers row

BJP leader Vinay Katiyar's sexist remark on Priyanka triggers row

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

Priyanka is one of the star campaigners of Congress for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections and has also played an important role in forging an alliance between Congress and the Samajwadi Party.

PM helping Lalit Modi in ED cases: Digvijay

PM helping Lalit Modi in ED cases: Digvijay

Rediff.com28 Jun 2015

The prime minister, who loves to be in the media and tweets on issues, is keeping quiet on key issues, he said.

Political bigwigs, film celebrities turn up to vote

Political bigwigs, film celebrities turn up to vote

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

As people queued up to cast their vote, there were some famous faces in the lines at different polling stations.

BJP releases photo of Rahul with criminal

BJP releases photo of Rahul with criminal

Rediff.com29 Apr 2014

Intensifying its attacks on the Congress, the Bharatiya Janata Party released a picture on Tuesday, showing Rahul Gandhi riding pillion on a bike with one Asif Billa, an alleged history sheeter of Rajasthan.

'Our leaders should reciprocate': Reactions on Abhi's release

'Our leaders should reciprocate': Reactions on Abhi's release

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

First reactions from Indian politicians and public figures over release of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman.

Rahul puts 41 seats in UP under Priyanka, 39 under Scindia

Rahul puts 41 seats in UP under Priyanka, 39 under Scindia

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

Priyanka Gandhi's charge were the key seats of Lucknow, Amethi, Raebareli, Sultanpur, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Phulpur, Allahabad, Barabanki, and Kushinagar.

Telangana issue hijacks Food Bill debate in Lok Sabha

Telangana issue hijacks Food Bill debate in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com13 Aug 2013

The much-touted Food Security Bill was taken up in Lok Sabha on Tuesday but the discussion was scuttled by disruptions over Telangana issue caused by Telugu Desam Party members storming the Well.

War of words: Jaitley hits backs at Priyanka

War of words: Jaitley hits backs at Priyanka

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Attacking Priyanka Gandhi for her remarks comparing the BJP leaders to "panic-stricken rats", Arun Jaitley on Monday said she has "lowered the political discourse" with her language and the Vadra family needs to be "scared of the law".

Congress should stop personal attacks on Modi: Jaitley

Congress should stop personal attacks on Modi: Jaitley

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

After all the mudslinging and personalised attacks by both parties, Bharatiya Janata Party's Arun Jaitley said that he hoped the Congress would heed the advice of its own and refrain from making personal attacks on Narendra Modi.

Priyanka to visit Lucknow on Monday

Priyanka to visit Lucknow on Monday

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

Congress president Rahul Gandhi and general secretary in charge of western Uttar Pradesh, Jyotiraditya Scindia, will accompany her.

I choose to reject 'gifts' of criticism, says Priyanka on attacks on husband

I choose to reject 'gifts' of criticism, says Priyanka on attacks on husband

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

With the Bharatiya Janata Party stepping up the offensive against her husband, Priyanka Gandhi on Monday said she was not bothered by the personal attacks and that she can choose to reject the 'gifts' of criticism. "If they choose to give me gifts, I can choose to reject them. The malice is with them, not me," she said.

Cong politics does not allow Sonia, Rahul to speak: BJP

Cong politics does not allow Sonia, Rahul to speak: BJP

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Questioning the "silence" of Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi over allegations involving Robert Vadra, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday wondered if the internal politics of the Congress does not allow them to speak about them or "defend" Vadra.

Modi minister courts controversy with abusive speech

Modi minister courts controversy with abusive speech

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

Campaigning for the Bharatiya Janata Party, Union Minister of State Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti on Monday used abusive words to urge voters to choose between candidates.