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Modi meets Maharashtra BJP leaders, Gadkari stays away

Modi meets Maharashtra BJP leaders, Gadkari stays away

Rediff.com27 Jun 2013

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met the top brass of Maharashtra Bharatiya Janata Party to discuss strategy for next Lok Sabha elections but former party president Nitin Gadkari was conspicuous by his absence.

Football: Lyon grab top spot with last-gasp win over Bordeaux

Football: Lyon grab top spot with last-gasp win over Bordeaux

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Hulk signs two-year contract with Atletico Mineiro.

Stop bullying: India to US

Stop bullying: India to US

Rediff.com15 Nov 2003

Large economic powers led by the United States and European Union should stop their `bullying tactics' to facilitate emergence of an equitable world economic order, Civil Aviation Minister Rajiv Pratap Rudy said on Saturday.

Ahmedabad airport gets a facelift

Ahmedabad airport gets a facelift

Rediff.com26 Sep 2003

Hagel's remarks against India outlandish, bizarre: BJP

Hagel's remarks against India outlandish, bizarre: BJP

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Terming as "outlandish and bizarre" the statement of Chuck Hagel, the new United States defence secretary, that India has financed problems for Pakistan in Afghanistan, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday asked the government to exert diplomatic pressure on Washington for unconditional withdrawal of his statement.

Ravi Shankar Prasad replaces Shatrughan Sinha from Patna Sahib

Ravi Shankar Prasad replaces Shatrughan Sinha from Patna Sahib

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

The actor-turned-politician whose criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has grown progressively sharper, didn't figure on the BJP's list of candidates for the Lok Sabha polls.

Before Cabinet reshuffle, it's tea and dhokla with PM Modi

Before Cabinet reshuffle, it's tea and dhokla with PM Modi

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Ahead of the Cabinet expansion and reshuffle of the Union Council of Ministers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hosted a breakfast meet for the new faces to be inducted in his Cabinet.

Report on rebuilding Iraq sought

Report on rebuilding Iraq sought

Rediff.com10 Apr 2003

Air-India not to operate on domestic sector

Air-India not to operate on domestic sector

Rediff.com19 Aug 2003

Air-India has no plans to operate on the domestic sector, Minister of state for Civil Aviation Rajiv Pratap Rudy informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.

UPA-II mirrors rule of Bahadur Shah Zafar: BJP

UPA-II mirrors rule of Bahadur Shah Zafar: BJP

Rediff.com24 May 2013

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday alleged that the UPA-II government's performance at the end of its fourth anniversary has waned so much, that it "mirrored the rule" of last Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar.

Steyn takes a dig at Cricket South Africa selectors

Steyn takes a dig at Cricket South Africa selectors

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Steyn replied to a tweet from a user who pointed out that Chris Morris was not named in the squad as he made himself unavailable for the T20I series.

Katju floating around, giving bizarre opinions: BJP

Katju floating around, giving bizarre opinions: BJP

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

Launching a fresh attack on Press Council of India chairperson Markandey Katju, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday said the former Supreme Court judge was expressing "unsolicited and bizarre" opinions against non-Congress ruled states and demanded that he step down.

India to enhance economic ties with East Europe

India to enhance economic ties with East Europe

Rediff.com11 Dec 2002

India on Wednesday asked for enhanced economic ties with Central and East European countries.

BJP won't recall invitation to US envoy for Modi's rally

BJP won't recall invitation to US envoy for Modi's rally

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday said invitation extended to the United States consul general in Mumbai for Narendra Modi's Sunday rally will not be recalled following the outrage over the treatment meted out to Indian diplomat Deyani Khobragade which it termed as "unacceptable".

BJP's Bihar unit plays the backward caste card for Modi

BJP's Bihar unit plays the backward caste card for Modi

Rediff.com3 May 2013

Top Bharatiya Janata Party leaders in Bihar, including Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi and General Secretary Rajiv Pratap Rudy, have been trying to woo members of the Extremely Backward Classes to garner support for Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as the party's prime ministerial candidate.

No longer an aam aadmi? Kejriwal draws flak for business class flight

No longer an aam aadmi? Kejriwal draws flak for business class flight

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday flew business class to Dubai to attend a felicitation event, sparking strong reaction from the opposition which said his "real face" has been "exposed".

Lalu's estranged sons campaign for 'Didi'

Lalu's estranged sons campaign for 'Didi'

Rediff.com10 May 2019

Lalu Prasad Yadav's sons have set aside their differences and doing all they can to ensure sister Misa's victory from Pataliputra.

Cong, Nirupam must apologise, demands BJP

Cong, Nirupam must apologise, demands BJP

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Announcing boycott from attending news channel debates in which Congress MP Sanjay Nirupam participates, Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday called for a public apology from the leader and the party.

Sane left out, Neuer makes Germany World Cup squad

Sane left out, Neuer makes Germany World Cup squad

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Neuer made the squad despite playing in just one official game, a friendly against Austria on Friday, since breaking a bone in his foot in September but talented 22-year-old Sane was the biggest name to miss out.

India's blues stars look back at a decade of change

India's blues stars look back at a decade of change

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Shillong-based blues band Soulmate, which in 10 years of performing has wowed legends like Carlos Santana and Buddy Guy, is recording its third studio album. Sumit Bhattacharya tunes in.

No F1 but Verstappen and Norris still find a way to race

No F1 but Verstappen and Norris still find a way to race

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

The world of esports came to the rescue in the absence of a race in Melbourne or indeed of any single-seater series with the Formula E and IndyCar calendars also ravaged by the fast-spreading virus. Red Bull's Verstappen finished 11th in an 'All-star Esports battle' while McLaren's Norris finished sixth in another virtual race.

The Champions League has become a thorn in Guardiola's side

The Champions League has become a thorn in Guardiola's side

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

While Pep Guardiola has brought two Premier League titles, smashed records and produced some of the most glorious football the club's fans have ever seen -- European success remains elusive to his team.

Champions League PIX: Lyon upset Man City to set up semi with Bayern

Champions League PIX: Lyon upset Man City to set up semi with Bayern

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

Substitute Moussa Dembele scored twice as Olympique Lyonnais stunned Manchester City on Saturday to move into the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League.

Letter bomb hits BJP; party veteran says scams have made heads bow in shame

Letter bomb hits BJP; party veteran says scams have made heads bow in shame

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

In the first sign of discontent in the Bharatiya Janata Party, senior leader Shanta Kumar has dropped a letter bomb demanding a 'Lokpal' in the party to tackle the cases of corruption like Vyapam which has "made all of us bow our heads in shame".

'Vettel will take either take one-year sabbatical or retire'

'Vettel will take either take one-year sabbatical or retire'

Rediff.com27 May 2020

Formula 1 expert and former racer Karun Chandhok sees four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel taking either a sabbatical next year or walk into retirement after finding himself without a drive for the 2021 season. The 2020 season is yet to start due to the COVID-19 pandemic but Vettel leaving Ferrari at the end of year has given the sport's followers plenty to talk about.

Antony, Khurshid divided over cancelling chopper deal?

Antony, Khurshid divided over cancelling chopper deal?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday lashed out at the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government for speaking in different tunes over the need to cancel the VVIP chopper deal with AgustaWestland, and said that the main opposition party would like to know is it a cover-up exercise, which has begun.

2G audit row: BJP hits back at Congress, DMK

2G audit row: BJP hits back at Congress, DMK

Rediff.com24 Nov 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday hit back at the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government and its chairperson Sonia Gandhi over her remark that R P Singh's revelations have "exposed" the BJP. The BJP alleged that Gandhi's statement and the demand for a discussion on the issue from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam have exposed the government's intentions.

TMC wants debate; rejects demand for PM's resignation

TMC wants debate; rejects demand for PM's resignation

Rediff.com22 Aug 2012

Seeking to corner the government over the CAG report on coal block allocation, the Bharatiya Janata Party is understood to have reached out to key UPA constituent Trinamool Congress.

PHOTOS: His mind wanders but Dhoni keeps focus by humming songs

PHOTOS: His mind wanders but Dhoni keeps focus by humming songs

Rediff.com5 May 2013

Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni's mind wanders in several directions while he is batting but he manages to keep the focus by humming songs even when the bowler is running in from the other end.

WC qualifier: Germany break with tradition against Kazakhstan

WC qualifier: Germany break with tradition against Kazakhstan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2013

Whether it was Gerd Mueller, Rudi Voeller or Miroslav Klose, Germany have never had a shortage of gifted strikers but when they take on Kazakhstan in their World Cup qualifier on Friday there could be none in their lineup.

Speak in parliament if you have proof, BJP tells Rahul on allegations

Speak in parliament if you have proof, BJP tells Rahul on allegations

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Hitting back at Rahul Gandhi, Government on Wednesday dared him to give proof in Parliament on his allegations against the government and PMO on National Herald issue.

Top BJP leaders to attend Modi's swearing-in ceremony

Top BJP leaders to attend Modi's swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday said its top leaders will attend the oath-taking ceremony of Narendra Modi as Gujarat chief minister on December 26.

BJP's CHALLENGE to Mulayam: Cut off ties with UPA

BJP's CHALLENGE to Mulayam: Cut off ties with UPA

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

Hitting out at Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav for favouring a Third Front, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday dared him to first cut off ties with the United Progressive Alliance government, of which his party has been a "part and parcel". BJP spokesperson Rajiv Pratap Rudy claimed that Yadav is "showing a lot of desperation" about a Third Front, though he himself is supporting the "corrupt" UPA government.

Petrol price hike betrayal with the people: BJP

Petrol price hike "betrayal" with the people: BJP

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

On Friday govt increased the petrol price by Rs 1.40 a litre.

NBA: Gay drains winning basket as Raptors stun Nuggets

NBA: Gay drains winning basket as Raptors stun Nuggets

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Rudy Gay drained the game-winning shot in the final seconds as the rejuvenated Toronto Raptors withstood a furious fightback from the Denver Nuggets for a 109-108 victory over one of the NBA's hottest teams on Tuesday.

9 things I achieved in 40 days of the lockdown

9 things I achieved in 40 days of the lockdown

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Sabyasachi Dutta, managing director, Vidatec India, tells us how he spent 40 days under lockdown.

How Kerala 'lost' the battle against Adani

How Kerala 'lost' the battle against Adani

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Court documents show that the Kerala government, whose case was treated as the 'lead case' among all the petitions filed against Adani, made four allegations to convince the court to cancel the contract for the Thiruvanathapuram airport. The state's legal team couldn't substantiate most of these allegations with documentary proof and its self-defeating arguments in court failed to convince the judges to cancel the contract given to Adani. The battle for the Thiruvananthapuram airport between the Communist-led Kerala government, the Adani group and the Modi government over the past year hasn't had a dull moment since the proceedings began. Claims of a smoking gun turned out to be a damp squib, says Sai Manish.

Sena's latest dig: After Adilshah, Kutubshah, who is this new (Amit) Shah?

Sena's latest dig: After Adilshah, Kutubshah, who is this new (Amit) Shah?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

Neither side has called off the oldest political alliance in the country, but if a Shiv Sena poster, published by Economic Times on Tuesday, is any indication, then the Bharatiya Janata Party has been condemned to eternal damnation.

Won't hesitate to STALL Parliament again, warns BJP

Won't hesitate to STALL Parliament again, warns BJP

Rediff.com27 Oct 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday said it won't hesitate to stall Parliament's forthcoming winter session it if it helps fill the government's coffers and fight corruption. BJP spokesperson Rajiv Pratap Rudy claimed that two years ago, by stalling the winter session of Parliament over the 2G spectrum scam issue, there had been a net benefit of Rs 2 lakh crore to the country.