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Govt says Twitter defaming India, Delhi police rejects remarks

Govt says Twitter defaming India, Delhi police rejects remarks

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The Delhi Police on Thursday said the statements by Twitter on the ongoing enquiry in the 'toolkit' case was mendacious and designed to impede the lawful enquiry.

Trump ban is 'right' but 'dangerous': Twitter chief

Trump ban is 'right' but 'dangerous': Twitter chief

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

'I do not celebrate or feel pride in our having to ban @realDonaldTrump from Twitter, or how we got here. After a clear warning we'd take this action, we made a decision with the best information we had based on threats to physical safety both on and off Twitter. Was this correct?'

Twitter invokes freedom of expression, weighs legal options

Twitter invokes freedom of expression, weighs legal options

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

The networking giant said it has taken steps to reduce the visibility of hashtags containing harmful content, which included prohibiting them from trending and appearing as recommended search terms.

Twitter flags Trump's tweet alleging Democrats trying to 'steal' polls

Twitter flags Trump's tweet alleging Democrats trying to 'steal' polls

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

The microblogging site maintained that some or all of the content in the tweet was and might be misleading about an election or other civic process.

'Will never surrender': Trump after assassination bid

'Will never surrender': Trump after assassination bid

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Hours after another failed attempt on his life, former United States president Donald Trump on Monday said he will never surrender and never stop fighting for Americans.

Road Safety World Series: Yusuf, Yuvraj shine in India Legends' title win

Road Safety World Series: Yusuf, Yuvraj shine in India Legends' title win

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

Yuvraj Singh and Yusuf Pathan struck quickfire fifties to win the inaugural Road Safety World Series title.

On day of Musk's Twitter takeover, govt amends social media grievance rules

On day of Musk's Twitter takeover, govt amends social media grievance rules

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

The government on Friday tweaked IT rules to pave the way for setting up of grievance appellate panels, which will settle issues that users may have against the way social media platforms initially addressed their complaints regarding content and other matters.

HC orders takedown of post on centipede in Amul ice cream

HC orders takedown of post on centipede in Amul ice cream

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

The Delhi high court has directed a Noida resident to remove her social media posts that alleged she found a centipede in a tub of Amul ice cream bought by her.

Meet Vijaya Gadde, who spearheaded ban on Trump's Twitter account

Meet Vijaya Gadde, who spearheaded ban on Trump's Twitter account

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Hyderabad-born Gadde, 45, is Twitter's legal, public policy and trust and safety lead.

Facebook, Twitter block Trump's account after US Capitol violence

Facebook, Twitter block Trump's account after US Capitol violence

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Earlier, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube removed a video of Trump in which he repeated unfounded claims that the election was stolen from him.

Twitter briefly blocks Amul account for post on China

Twitter briefly blocks Amul account for post on China

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

The cartoon appeared to support the new policy of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' enunciated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as well as a call for a boycott of Chinese products.

AltNews co-founder booked under POCSO for Twitter post

AltNews co-founder booked under POCSO for Twitter post

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

Zubair refuted the allegation as 'an absolutely frivolous complaint', and AltNews backed him, saying his work 'hurts those who have weaponised misinformation to subvert the Indian democracy'.

Rahul Gandhi's Twitter account hacked, offensive tweets posted

Rahul Gandhi's Twitter account hacked, offensive tweets posted

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

The name of the verified Twitter handle "@OfficeOfRG" was also changed.

Twitter CEO, top officials decline to appear before parliamentary panel

Twitter CEO, top officials decline to appear before parliamentary panel

Rediff.com9 Feb 2019

This comes at a time when there are growing concerns about safeguarding citizens' data privacy and election interference through social media platforms.

SEE: Liverpool's Henderson praises safety protocols in place for training

SEE: Liverpool's Henderson praises safety protocols in place for training

Rediff.com22 May 2020

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson insists he has felt "very safe" since his club returned to training amid the coronavirus crisis

Tension along Assam-Mizoram border after violence; CMs fight on Twitter

Tension along Assam-Mizoram border after violence; CMs fight on Twitter

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

The situation along the Mizoram-Assam border has been on the boil since June-end when Assam Police allegedly took control over an area known as 'Aitlang hnar' about 5 km from Vairengte, accusing the neighbouring state of encroaching on its territory.

Over 200 Meiteis fled to Myanmar return to Manipur: CM

Over 200 Meiteis fled to Myanmar return to Manipur: CM

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

More than 160 people have been killed and several hundreds injured in clashes between Meiteis and Kukis in Manipur since May 3.

India takes note of Pak Army chief's meetings in Washington

India takes note of Pak Army chief's meetings in Washington

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The Pakistan Army chief arrived in Washington last week on his first official visit to the US.

FIH abandons new penalty corner rule trial

FIH abandons new penalty corner rule trial

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Friday said it has decided to "abandon" the trial of the new penalty corner rule as it doesn't want to tinker much with the existing set piece regulation, a glamour aspect of the sport.

Israel hints at launching ground offensive against Hamas

Israel hints at launching ground offensive against Hamas

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

IDF, however, clearly stated that its war was against terror group Hamas and not against the people of Gaza.

Kejriwal, Amarinder in Twitter spat over farmers' protest

Kejriwal, Amarinder in Twitter spat over farmers' protest

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

The war of words between the two leaders began after Singh, addressing a press conference at Chandigarh on Sunday, described as "theatrics" Kejriwal's announcement earlier during that day that he will observe a one-day fast on Monday in support of the protesting farmers.

Kangana, Diljit Dosanjh in Twitter war over farmers' protest

Kangana, Diljit Dosanjh in Twitter war over farmers' protest

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

The two, one a celebrity singer-actor from Punjab and the other a Bollywood star known for her combative comments, began bickering on the social media platform on Wednesday evening and continued till well into Thursday.

Take action against extremists threatening Indians, Doval urges British NSA

Take action against extremists threatening Indians, Doval urges British NSA

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Doval raised the issue during his wide-ranging talks with Barrow, who is currently on a visit to India.

After Rahul Gandhi, Congress hacked on Twitter, government investigates

After Rahul Gandhi, Congress hacked on Twitter, government investigates

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

The ministry of electronics and IT has started probe into hacking of Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi's official Twitter account.

Canada assures India after Khalistani posters name officials

Canada assures India after Khalistani posters name officials

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

The statement by Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly came a day after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India has asked its partner countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States not to give space to 'extremist Khalistani ideology' as it is 'not good' for relations.

Mumbai man finds dead rat in chicken dish; 3 arrested

Mumbai man finds dead rat in chicken dish; 3 arrested

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

The customer started feeling sick after discovering the rat in the curry and he visited a doctor.

Make plans to evacuate Indians from Sudan, orders Modi

Make plans to evacuate Indians from Sudan, orders Modi

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

According to an official statement, Modi, at a high-level meeting, instructed relevant officials to remain vigilant, closely monitor developments in Sudan and evaluate safety of Indian nationals there.

Delhi University to send notice to Rahul for 'unauthorised' visit

Delhi University to send notice to Rahul for 'unauthorised' visit

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Gandhi visited a Post-Graduate Men's Hostel of the university on Friday, interacted with some students and had lunch with them.

Bengaluru executive operated Islamic State's top Twitter account

Bengaluru executive operated Islamic State's top Twitter account

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

An executive living in Bengaluru has been identified has one of the biggest online recruiters of the terror group Islamic State, according the Britain's Channel 4 News.

SEE: Wrestlers dragged and detained

SEE: Wrestlers dragged and detained

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Shoving and pushing ensued between the wrestlers and the police officers.

#SoCool: Mumbai police is a smash hit on Twitter

#SoCool: Mumbai police is a smash hit on Twitter

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

The Mumbai police surely knows how to tickle a funny bone in 140 characters yet drive home the point of public safety.

Glasgow gurdwara condemns blocking of Indian envoy's visit

Glasgow gurdwara condemns blocking of Indian envoy's visit

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Calling the incident 'disorderly behaviour' by unknown individuals outside the Glasgow area, it further added that the Gurdwara is open to people from all communities and backgrounds.

Encounter in J&K's Rajouri enters Day 2; 1 terrorist killed; forces seal area

Encounter in J&K's Rajouri enters Day 2; 1 terrorist killed; forces seal area

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

He said the search operation was launched after police received information about the movement of terrorists in the area.

Assembly Polls: What Google, Meta Are Up To

Assembly Polls: What Google, Meta Are Up To

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

'There is a huge risk of misinformation and disinformation, and targeted campaigns that could potentially happen against candidates or to push certain narratives.'

Twitter clarifies rules on banned content, abusive behaviour

Twitter clarifies rules on banned content, abusive behaviour

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

The new rules do not mention Islamic State or any other group by name

Tamil Nadu police books Hindi daily editor for rumour-mongering

Tamil Nadu police books Hindi daily editor for rumour-mongering

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Special teams have been formed under the orders of the Director General of Police, Tamil Nadu, C Sylendra Babu to arrest them, they said.

11 cases registered, 3 arrested by TN police in fake videos of migrant attacks

11 cases registered, 3 arrested by TN police in fake videos of migrant attacks

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Tamil Nadu Director General of Police C Sylendra Babu on Thursday said a thorough investigation into the circulation of fake videos of alleged attacks on migrant workers in the state would reveal the real reason behind rumour-mongers spreading it.

Coronavirus: Safety first, Finch, Williamson avoid handshake

Coronavirus: Safety first, Finch, Williamson avoid handshake

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

Skippers Aaron Finch and Kane Williamson ditched handshakes, and opted for elbow taps amidst the coronavirus outbreak.

Gay rights activist Onir's Lit Fest talk cancelled over threats

Gay rights activist Onir's Lit Fest talk cancelled over threats

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

The organisers were told by "government sources" that security issues could arise due to Dhar's presence

Feline-y to purr-fection, Delhi police's cat-echism to Elon Musk breaks the net

Feline-y to purr-fection, Delhi police's cat-echism to Elon Musk breaks the net

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

The Twitter owner on Thursday had posted: "Lil X just asked if there are police cats, since there are police dogs."