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Elderly farmers determined to keep up the fight

Elderly farmers determined to keep up the fight

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

Come ill-health, physical discomfort or family occasions, the men keep up the cheer and ensure their physical limitations don't cloud their optimism and their will to win the fight.

Rajnath wants police stations to be 'temples of justice'

Rajnath wants police stations to be 'temples of justice'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday stressed the need for making police stations as "temples of justice" as he advised police personnel to develop a sense of social responsibility to serve the public.

'We would have continued the protests till 2024'

'We would have continued the protests till 2024'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

While protesters wait for the farm laws to be repealed in Parliament, everyone at the Singhu echoes one sentiment: That they will remember this one year spent in protest at Singhu till their dying day. Nitin Kumar reports

India rout Poland for second win in Hockey World League

India rout Poland for second win in Hockey World League

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

India scored a 3-0 victory over Poland to notch their second consecutive victory in the Hockey World League semi-finals, in Antwerp, on Tuesday.

Champions Trophy: India end 18-year jinx against Netherlands

Champions Trophy: India end 18-year jinx against Netherlands

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

An inspired India registered their first win over the Netherlands in 18 years when they stunned the World Cup and Olympic silver medallists 3-2 in a high-voltage encounter to finish third in Pool B at the Hero Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday.

Hockey: India staying focused in Rio 'magic world'

Hockey: India staying focused in Rio 'magic world'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

PR Sreejesh says his dual role as India hockey captain and goalkeeper is to allow his team mates the freedom to express themselves in Rio but knows he must keep them focused on the medal hunt in the "magic world" of the Olympics. The 30-year-old was second choice at London 2012 behind then captain Bharat Chetri but has since established himself as the clear number one. He was named captain for the recent Champions Trophy in London where India rested some seniors, including regular captain Sardar Singh, ahead of the Rio Games.

3 directors of PMC Bank arrested

3 directors of PMC Bank arrested

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

The EOW suspects a nexus between some of the accused and HDIL, whose mammoth loan defaults are said to have caused a liquidity crisis at the bank, leading to appointment of administrator by RBI and restrictions on withdrawal of funds.

Thunderstorm uproots 290 trees in capital, Lutyens' Delhi alone loses 77

Thunderstorm uproots 290 trees in capital, Lutyens' Delhi alone loses 77

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

The civic body's horticulture department fears some of the uprooted trees might be among those tagged as 'heritage trees' by the NDMC, but the team is yet to compile a damage report and ascertain the facts.

'Shaayad josh mein aake hosh nahin raha'

'Shaayad josh mein aake hosh nahin raha'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

'She should stick to giving her opinion on cinema.'

GST is 'Gabbar Singh Tax', says Rahul; mocks Modi on note ban

GST is 'Gabbar Singh Tax', says Rahul; mocks Modi on note ban

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Gandhi attacked Modi and the BJP while latching on to the bribery allegation made by Narendra Patel, an activist of the Hardik Patel-led Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti.

'Politicians don't like honest policemen'

'Politicians don't like honest policemen'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

'Politicians want pliable policemen who would carry out their orders, right or wrong, lawful or illegal.'

PM to flag off 'Run for Unity' on Patel birth anniv

PM to flag off 'Run for Unity' on Patel birth anniv

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the 'Run for Unity' in New Delhi on Friday on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, which is being commemorated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.

Medha Patkar, others on hunger strike in MP removed from protest site

Medha Patkar, others on hunger strike in MP removed from protest site

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

All of them, including Patkar, were taken to hospitals by the administration, police said.

Hockey coach Nobbs should perform or perish, says Pargat

Hockey coach Nobbs should perform or perish, says Pargat

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

Pargat Singh played a key role in Michael Nobbs' appointment as India's chief hockey coach but the former captain now says it is high time the under-performing Australian is given the "marching orders".

Loyalist to rebel: What forced Azad to sever 50 years of bond with Congress

Loyalist to rebel: What forced Azad to sever 50 years of bond with Congress

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

"The situation has become irretrievable", Azad, 73, said in his parting shot to Sonia Gandhi, whose trusted confidante he remained right from the time of Sitaram Kesri's unceremonious exit as the party's chief in 2000.

Citizenship bill hurts soul of India: Anand Sharma in RS debate

Citizenship bill hurts soul of India: Anand Sharma in RS debate

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

Congress leader Anand Sharma on Wednesday attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party, saying that the Citizenship Amendment Bill is an "assault" on the foundations of the Constitution and fails the morality test while asserting that it was wrong to blame his party for the Partition.

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Hemant Shivsaran lists the number of projects the Modi government has announced since August to woo Gujarat voters.

Here's a complete list of BCCI presidents

Here's a complete list of BCCI presidents

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

The following is the list of BCCI Presidents till date:

Article 370, 35A were gateway of terrorism: Shah

Article 370, 35A were gateway of terrorism: Shah

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Shah also said Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's unfulfilled dream of integrating Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country was accomplished on August 5 when Article 370 and 35A were repealed.

Mushtaq Ali T20s: Solanki's last-ball six helps Baroda sink Haryana

Mushtaq Ali T20s: Solanki's last-ball six helps Baroda sink Haryana

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

Vishnu Solanki helped Baroda pull off a last-over heist against Haryana with a sensational 71, which included a six off the final ball of the match, to fire his team into the semi-finals of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, in Ahmedabad, on Wednesday.

Will help every Indian in trouble: Modi on Afghanistan

Will help every Indian in trouble: Modi on Afghanistan

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

Even though it is faced with numerous challenges, India is evacuating its people from the war-ravaged Afghanistan and will continue to do, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday while unveiling the renovated Jallianwala Bagh memorial through video conferencing.

Harbhajan: A match winner who gave it his all

Harbhajan: A match winner who gave it his all

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

With 100-plus Tests and 400-plus wickets, most of them not exactly coming on rank turners, Harbhajan's name will always figure among true blue cricketing elites of India.

Germany sink India with late goal

Germany sink India with late goal

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

The Indian men's hockey team's habit of conceding late goals continued to haunt them as reigning double Olympic champions Germany scored seconds from the final hooter to steal a 2-1 victory in a thrilling Pool B match at the Rio Olympics on Monday.

V K Saxena's Road To Delhi LG via Gujarat

V K Saxena's Road To Delhi LG via Gujarat

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Vinai Kumar Saxena's current job as lieutenant governor of an Opposition-ruled state will raise the bar -- not just for him, but also for the Aam Aadmi Party government, which never says no to a fight with the representative of the central government in India's capital.

Delhi Assembly to have 16 first-time MLAs, all from AAP

Delhi Assembly to have 16 first-time MLAs, all from AAP

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Atishi, Raghav Chadha and Dilip Pandey are among the first-time MLAs. Atishi, who was fielded from Kalkaji, won the seat by defeating Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Dharambir Singh by a margin of 11,393 votes. Chadha, who had also registered victory from Rajinder Nagar, defeated his BJP rival Sardar R P Singh by a margin of 20,058 votes.

It's official! Khel Ratna for Sania; Arjuna for 17 other sportspersons

It's official! Khel Ratna for Sania; Arjuna for 17 other sportspersons

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

Sania Mirza's was officially named for the coveted Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award on Friday. The Hyderabadi lady is only the second tennis player to be nominated for the country's highest sport honour.

Don't Use Netaji To Score Political Points

Don't Use Netaji To Score Political Points

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

Bose's views make it amply clear how he would have dealt with communal and supremacist forces post-Independence had he been there at the helm instead of Nehru, points out Utkarsh Mishra.

India can't afford a Punjab in unrest

India can't afford a Punjab in unrest

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

The Sikhs, especially in Punjab, are already angry and frustrated, cautions Shekhar Gupta.

Modi's achievements showcased to mark his birthday

Modi's achievements showcased to mark his birthday

Rediff.com14 Sep 2019

A photo of the prime minister hugging Indian Space Research Organisation chief K Sivan after a last-minute setback that led to the loss of lander Vikram, was also put on display for visitors.

Why one can't be an RSS pracharak and a disciple of Patel simultaneously

Why one can't be an RSS pracharak and a disciple of Patel simultaneously

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

Utkarsh Mishra explains what Sardar Patel thought and said about the RSS.

Yogi Is BJP's Second Most Popular Leader

Yogi Is BJP's Second Most Popular Leader

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

The BJP has many ruthless leaders with super-sharp political minds. But none has all this and Yogi's charisma and personal ambition, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Fulfil Congress govt's 1994 'promise' on Ram temple: RSS to Centre

Fulfil Congress govt's 1994 'promise' on Ram temple: RSS to Centre

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

'During the Congress rule, the solicitor general had submitted an affidavit in the Supreme Court, stating that the government would side with the sentiments of the Hindu community if an evidence was found of a razed temple, where the mosque was built'

Why BJP will target these 15 MPs

Why BJP will target these 15 MPs

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

BJP plans to put up strong candidates against these 15 MPs.

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.

Sports Shorts: India beat Ireland 4-1 to finish 5th in Azlan Shah Cup

Sports Shorts: India beat Ireland 4-1 to finish 5th in Azlan Shah Cup

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Saturday

Other 'Azadi Mahotsav' posters will have Nehru's image: ICHR

Other 'Azadi Mahotsav' posters will have Nehru's image: ICHR

Rediff.com29 Aug 2021

The ICHR, an autonomous body under the ministry of education, has been running a series of lectures and seminars on the theme of the Independence struggle under the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebration.

PM's speech: Passing off WhatsApp forwards as facts

PM's speech: Passing off WhatsApp forwards as facts

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

'Those who have followed politics even when there was no Twitter know what the word 'jumlebaaz' means,' says Utkarsh Mishra.

2016's Biggest Telugu Flops So Far

2016's Biggest Telugu Flops So Far

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Telugu films that failed at the box office in the first half of 2016!

5 Hindi films that inspire entrepreneurship

5 Hindi films that inspire entrepreneurship

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

From inspiring leadership in the most uncommon situations to standing upright and taking criticism in their stride, these Bollywood masala films tell you why you must let your actions do the talking.

'Gold in hockey has given new life to the sport'

'Gold in hockey has given new life to the sport'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Impressed with the hockey team's showing at the recently-concluded Asian Games, Sports Minister Sarbanada Sonowal said the gold medal triumph could act as a "trigger" for more good things to come.