News for 'Sardar Patel'

5,000 armed cops to be deployed at Rajpath on yoga day

5,000 armed cops to be deployed at Rajpath on yoga day

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

The area is being screened with the help of sniper dogs and bomb disposal squads.

India's COVID-19 positivity rate drops from 10.03% to 7.72%

India's COVID-19 positivity rate drops from 10.03% to 7.72%

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

The average daily recovered cases are now more than 55,000 and active cases are just 25 per cent of the total COVID cases.

PMO refuses to release files on Netaji's widow, daughter

PMO refuses to release files on Netaji's widow, daughter

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

Turning down an RTI appeal, the Prime Minister's Office has said releasing secret files about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's widow Emilie Schenkl and daughter Anita Bose may upset relations with foreign countries.

She Oversaw Ajmal Kasab's Hanging

She Oversaw Ajmal Kasab's Hanging

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

'As a police officer, I had gone on deputation to the prison department; on both occasions (the hanging of Ajmal Kasab and Yakub Memon), the government said that I should remain present.' 'I was not mentally prepared for these sensitive operations and had to work on myself to lead the teams.'

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Mumbai beat Baroda in thriller

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Mumbai beat Baroda in thriller

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Paceman Shardul Thakur and off-spinner Akhil Herwadkar shared six wickets between them as Mumbai eked out a narrow four-run win over Baroda in their West Zone match in the Vijay Hazare trophy, in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Emergency can't be ruled out with dynastic parties around: Shah

Emergency can't be ruled out with dynastic parties around: Shah

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

The BJP president said it is parties run by "dictatorial mindset" which can think about bringing Emergency.

Nawab Malik, family have links with underworld, alleges Fadnavis

Nawab Malik, family have links with underworld, alleges Fadnavis

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

Fadnavis said, "Nawab Malik and his family members were part of a company which purchased land in Kurla (area of Mumbai) at a very low rate by making some fictitious documents. There are four such land purchase deals where I can firmly say that Malik has entered into land deals with the underworld."

Meet the creator of the world's tallest statue

Meet the creator of the world's tallest statue

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Ram V Sutar, 89, has already created more than 200 distinct statues, many of them massive. Now, he is a leading contender for the commission to produce the world's largest statue: A 597-foot tall rendering of Sardar Patel, an independence leader who played a crucial role in uniting India's fractious states.

Ram Temple And The Religion Vs Politics Debate

Ram Temple And The Religion Vs Politics Debate

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

At a time when the BJP's stars are at the top on the eve of the Lok Sabha polls, the Puri-Joshimath Sankaracharyas may have kick-started a row whose efforts might be to divide Hindus, not in the name of castes, but on what passes for greater belief, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

SC to hear Jamiat plea over Jahangirpuri demolitions on May 9

SC to hear Jamiat plea over Jahangirpuri demolitions on May 9

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Status quo to be maintained till further order..., the court said.

'We will give up our demands if all reservations are cancelled'

'We will give up our demands if all reservations are cancelled'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

The Patels of Gujarat are seething and they have warned Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Anandiben Patel of consequences if their demands for reservations are not met.

Rahul commits blooper, calls Modi 'opposition leader'

Rahul commits blooper, calls Modi 'opposition leader'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday committed a faux pas when he apparently referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "opposition leader".

'Nobody believes Nehru was beyond mistakes'

'Nobody believes Nehru was beyond mistakes'

Rediff.com21 May 2018

'Much of the Socialism that we attribute to him actually came during Indira Gandhi's time,' says M J Akbar who believes that Nehru's convictions helped shape modern India.

Rahul debunks Modi's development claims, slams RSS roots

Rahul debunks Modi's development claims, slams RSS roots

Rediff.com8 Feb 2014

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday launched a blistering attack on Narendra Modi, slamming him for his roots in the Rashtriya Syawamsevak Sangh "whose ideology killed Mahatma Gandhi" and debunking his claims of development in Gujarat.

Statue of Unity among Time's 'greatest places in the world'

Statue of Unity among Time's 'greatest places in the world'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

The Time list also includes Zakouma National Park in Chad, Red Sea Mountain Trail in Egypt, Newseum in Washington, The Shed in New York City, the Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths in Iceland, Six Senses Hotel in Bhutan, Leopard Hill in Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Kenya and the Pohoiki in Isaac Hale Beach Park in Hawaii.

Dangerous misuse of mandate by BJP: Sonia

Dangerous misuse of mandate by BJP: Sonia

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

She noted that the democracy was at peril under the Modi government and alleged that it was misusing and abusing its mandate in the "most dangerous" fashion, the sources said.

'Urban Naxals' trying to enter Gujarat: Modi targets AAP

'Urban Naxals' trying to enter Gujarat: Modi targets AAP

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

The Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP is trying to make inroads into BJP-ruled Gujarat where the assembly polls are due later this year.

Congress humiliated as mouthpiece thrashes Nehru, Sonia Gandhi

Congress humiliated as mouthpiece thrashes Nehru, Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

An article published by the party's Mumbai unit has caused a stir as it blames Jawaharlal Nehru for the state of affairs in Kashmir, China and Tibet.

About time Modi spends money on military!

About time Modi spends money on military!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

The political-electoral calculus favours spending thousands of crores on vanity projects like Sardar Patel's statue and the Central Vista over building up our military to handle the confrontations and conflicts that loom large, points out Ajai Shukla.

Why Is Amit Shah Praying?

Why Is Amit Shah Praying?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

Two days ahead of his 57th birthday, Union Home Minister Amit Anilchandra Shah offered prayers at the Bahuchar Mataji temple in Mansa, north Gujarat, on Wednesday, October 20.

JNU plans centre to study 1947 Partition to fill historical gaps: VC

JNU plans centre to study 1947 Partition to fill historical gaps: VC

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

The varsity will send a proposal in this regard to the University Grants Commission and the ministry of education.

Judiciary, EC being 'torn apart' under BJP rule: Rahul in London

Judiciary, EC being 'torn apart' under BJP rule: Rahul in London

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Lauding the contribution of non-resident Indians in the development of the country, he said, 'Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Patel, B R Ambedkar, Jawaharlal Nehru were all NRIs. They travelled the world and helped India with new perspectives.'

Can Mumbai Indians make it to IPL play-offs?

Can Mumbai Indians make it to IPL play-offs?

Rediff.com19 May 2014

Mumbai Indians batsman Michael Hussey on Monday said he believes that his team is still in contention for a place in the play-offs stage following their easy victory over Rajasthan Royals, in the Indian Premier League, in Ahmedabad.

Difficult days ahead if Modi governs India like Gujarat: Ramesh

Difficult days ahead if Modi governs India like Gujarat: Ramesh

Rediff.com16 May 2014

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday termed as "deeply disturbing" Narendra Modi-led BJP's massive victory in the Lok Sabha polls and said that "very difficult days" are ahead if he rules India the way he governed Gujarat.

14 killed as heavy rains in south Gujarat, Saurashtra

14 killed as heavy rains in south Gujarat, Saurashtra

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Three national highways in Kutch, Navsari and Dang districts were blocked due to damage caused by rains. Fifty one state highways and over 400 panchayat roads have also been damaged, state Disaster Management Minister Rajendra Trivedi told reporters.

Rahul targets RSS, Narendra Modi again

Rahul targets RSS, Narendra Modi again

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

Sharpening his attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and Narendra Modi, Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Thursday accused them of trying to usurp the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and recalled the Congress stalwart's description of the RSS as "a venomous organisation" which could "finish" the country.

Modi remembers Nehru in farewell speech at old Parliament building

Modi remembers Nehru in farewell speech at old Parliament building

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

As the old Parliament building hosted a session one last time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday bid a poignant farewell recalling the country's first PM Jawaharlal Nehru's iconic 'tryst with destiny' speech for continuing to inspire everyone and another predecessor Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 'governments may come and go' remark.

Take back remark on RSS link to Mahatma killing: Rajnath tells Rahul

Take back remark on RSS link to Mahatma killing: Rajnath tells Rahul

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party President Rajnath Singh on Monday asked Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi to take back his "baseless" allegation of involvement of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.

49 ODI Centuries: Record Stands Tall

49 ODI Centuries: Record Stands Tall

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Among his many achievements, his 49 ODI centuries stand out as a testament to his mastery of the format.

On 3rd anniversary, Modi says 'Mann Ki Baat' is to reflect people's views

On 3rd anniversary, Modi says 'Mann Ki Baat' is to reflect people's views

Rediff.com24 Sep 2017

The prime minister said he had kept this three-year-old programme away from politics and had tried to connect with the people without getting swayed by the (political) "heat" and "anger" that may prevail at any particular time.

Katrina makes way for Radhika Apte

Katrina makes way for Radhika Apte

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

An American film A Call To Spy has beaten Ketan Mehta to the finishing line.

Stung by Bajrang Dal ban call, Congress embraces Hanuman in Karnataka

Stung by Bajrang Dal ban call, Congress embraces Hanuman in Karnataka

Rediff.com4 May 2023

All the issues around which the grand old party wanted to fight the May 10 assembly elections have been put on the backburner as party state president DK Shivakumar in damage control mode took up a temple run.

Gandhi Godse - Ek Yudh Review: Idea Gone Astray

Gandhi Godse - Ek Yudh Review: Idea Gone Astray

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

A movie that seeks to explore an 'alternate history' cannot be so superficial, sighs Utkarsh Mishra.

Prep for Trump's India visit shows slave mentality: Sena

Prep for Trump's India visit shows slave mentality: Sena

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

Taking a dig at the construction of a wall on a plot having several slum structures in Ahmedabad ahead of Trump's visit there, the Sena said the US president's trip would neither stop the fall of rupee's value in forex market nor offer betterment to those (slum dwellers) behind the wall.

Narendra Modi will drag Dawood back to India: Shiv Sena

Narendra Modi will drag Dawood back to India: Shiv Sena

Rediff.com17 Aug 2013

Referring to Narendra Modi's speech targeting the prime minister on the Independence Day, Shiv Sena on Saturday said it hoped that the Bharatiya Janata Party leader, when he takes the top post, would "drag" fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim to India and hang him.

'The win against Rajasthan might be a momentum change for us'

'The win against Rajasthan might be a momentum change for us'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2015

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli has described his team's nine-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals as a "well-earned" and "timely" victory and hoped to carry forward the momentum in the remaining IPL matches.

Good Hindus won't want Ram temple by razing another shrine: Tharoor

Good Hindus won't want Ram temple by razing another shrine: Tharoor

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

'These remarks completely expose the Congress....Rahul Gandhi. They are anti-Hindu'

Accession Remains the Live-Wire of Kashmir Politics

Accession Remains the Live-Wire of Kashmir Politics

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

The festering dispute over the accession of Jammu and Kashmir stands out as one of the world's most volatile fault lines that divides regions, countries, societies, communities and ethnic groups, notes Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs, on Sheikh Abdullah's 39th death anniversary.

Motera Test: Sourav thanks Modi, Shah

Motera Test: Sourav thanks Modi, Shah

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

'Hope to see full stands like last time. Under the leadership of Honble Prime minister @narendramodi Amit Shah @AmitShah ..'

Seek votes only in Modi's name, not...: Uddhav to BJP

Seek votes only in Modi's name, not...: Uddhav to BJP

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

"When BJP was untouchable in politics, Balasaheb Thackeray stood by that party," Uddhav said.