News for 'Sardar'

Sardar Patel stadium to host ICL ties

Sardar Patel stadium to host ICL ties

Rediff.com28 Aug 2008

Ahmedabad's Sardar Patel Stadium in Navrangpura, a regular venue of cricket ties till they were shifted to the Motera Stadium on the outskirts, is all set to host Indian Cricket League matches in its first event of the new season commencing on October 10. The development follows the signing of an agreement on Wednesday between the Essel Group promoted rebel league and the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation which owns the stadium.

Munjya Review: Watch Out For Abhay Verma!

Munjya Review: Watch Out For Abhay Verma!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Despite its horror movie momentum, what draws us to Aditya Sarpotdar's narrative is Bittu's homely universe and sweet struggle to confess his feelings to Bela, not Munjya's malevolent antics.

PM, Modi to share stage for Sardar's museum opening

PM, Modi to share stage for Sardar's museum opening

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Dr Singh and Modi will share the stage at a function to inaugurate a museum dedicated to Vallabhbhai Patel's life. The function has been organised by the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Memorial Society, whose chairman is the Union minister of state for mines, Dinsha Patel.

Renukaswamy murder: 2 more aides of actor Darshan held

Renukaswamy murder: 2 more aides of actor Darshan held

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Jagadish and Anukumar were taken into custody from the district headquarters town of Chitradurga by a team led by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Dinakar.

Gaanth Chapter 1: Jamnaa Paar Review: Boring

Gaanth Chapter 1: Jamnaa Paar Review: Boring

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

It introduces random characters, goes on several wild goose chases and is incapable of holding onto any thread of the plot, sighs Deepa Gahlot.

The legacy of Sardar Patel: History as a political football!

The legacy of Sardar Patel: History as a political football!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

The debate on Sardar Patel's legacy is less about the Sardar and more about the acute sense of threat felt by the Delhi establishment at the rise of Narendra Modi and questions he has raised about the disproportionate share of credit given to a single family, says Colonel (retd) Anil Athale.

Iran 'concludes' op with a warning; not yet over, says Israel

Iran 'concludes' op with a warning; not yet over, says Israel

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Sardar Bagheri, has said that the military operation against Israel has 'concluded' from Tehran's side, while issuing warning that if the United States helps Israel in their possible next actions, their bases will 'not have any security', and will be dealt with, according to CNN.

Soon, new naval base named after Sardar Patel near Porbandar

Soon, new naval base named after Sardar Patel near Porbandar

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

In view of increased threat along maritime border with Pakistan, Navy will commission a new base near Porbandar in Gujarat to strengthen surveillance and security apparatus in the region.

Senior Lankan police officer to probe IS terrorists arrested in Gujarat

Senior Lankan police officer to probe IS terrorists arrested in Gujarat

Rediff.com22 May 2024

The Sri Lanka police on Wednesday said a senior deputy inspector general will head a team appointed to investigate four of its citizens arrested in Gujarat when on an alleged mission to carry out terror activities in India at the behest of the banned Islamic State.

I resolved Kashmir problem, Nehru couldn't: Modi in Gujarat

I resolved Kashmir problem, Nehru couldn't: Modi in Gujarat

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel resolved issues of merger of other princely states, but 'one person' could not resolve the Kashmir issue, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday, in a veiled attack on India's first PM Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.

What Happens If Biden Drops Out?

What Happens If Biden Drops Out?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The Democrats have elected a set of state representatives who will act as an electoral panel. These representatives will have to pick someone else. This could be Vice President Kamala Harris, who is widely seen as a top contender, but is not popular, points out Aakar Patel.

Bilkis Bano, Narendra Modi stadium appear in Cong's Guj manifesto

Bilkis Bano, Narendra Modi stadium appear in Cong's Guj manifesto

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

In the manifesto released on Saturday, the Congress also promised unemployment allowance of Rs 3,000 per month, Rs 2,000 pension to divyangs, widows, senior citizens and needy women, and waiver of loans of up to Rs 3 lakh of all fishermen, among other things.

National Awards: Alia-Kriti Share Best Actress Win

National Awards: Alia-Kriti Share Best Actress Win

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

R Madhavan's Rocketry: The Nambi Effect has won the National Award for Best Feature Film while Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon shared the Best Actress award for their roles in Gangubai Kathiawadi and Mimi, respectively.

Modi govt hiked LAC infra budget to Rs 14,500 cr: Jaishankar

Modi govt hiked LAC infra budget to Rs 14,500 cr: Jaishankar

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

India should have learnt lessons from the 1962 war but no headway was made in the development of border infrastructure till 2014, he claimed, adding that the Modi government increased the budget for the same from Rs 3,500 crore to Rs 14,500 crore.

BJD fields 33% women candidates, 38% turncoats in LS polls

BJD fields 33% women candidates, 38% turncoats in LS polls

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Nayak had earlier resigned from the BJD and joined the BJP and got a nomination from the saffron party.

If we were more Bharat...: Jaishankar on India-China ties

If we were more Bharat...: Jaishankar on India-China ties

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

The external affairs minister also recalled how Pandit Nehru was hesitant in taking assistance from the United States following the 1962 war with China as he was unsure how it would be seen.

'Missing out on Paris Olympics will definitely hurt'

'Missing out on Paris Olympics will definitely hurt'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

'Huge disappointment that we did not qualify for our third consecutive Olympics'

'Farmers are our Annadata'

'Farmers are our Annadata'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

This is the full text of the address to the nation by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of India's 78th Independence Day.

On Sardar Patel's birthday, PM calls for peace and unity; slams dynastic politics

On Sardar Patel's birthday, PM calls for peace and unity; slams dynastic politics

Rediff.com31 Oct 2015

Invoking Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's work for national integration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said "unity, peace and harmony" was the first condition if India has to move forward and attain new heights of development.

Congress stakes claim to Sardar Patel's legacy; slams Modi

Congress stakes claim to Sardar Patel's legacy; slams Modi

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

The Congress on Tuesday accused Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party of trying to appropriate Sardar Patel's legacy, which "belongs to Congress", and reminded that Patel had said that it was the "communal poison of RSS" which killed Mahatma Gandhi.

Nepal PM's remark on India stirs up storm; Oppn demands his resignation

Nepal PM's remark on India stirs up storm; Oppn demands his resignation

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

The main Opposition party Communist Party of Nepal-(Unified Marxist-Leninist) (CPN-UML) disrupted the National Assembly meeting on Wednesday, demanding the prime minister's resignation. The meeting has been postponed to 1 pm Thursday.

Pak poll: Rejected ballots exceed win margin in 24 constituencies

Pak poll: Rejected ballots exceed win margin in 24 constituencies

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

According to a report in the Dawn newspaper, 22 constituencies with a greater number of rejected votes than the margin of victory fell in Punjab, with one each in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sindh province.

Row over Ayodhya consecration timing: Seers cite Somnath ceremony

Row over Ayodhya consecration timing: Seers cite Somnath ceremony

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Several seers on Monday came out strongly in support of the consecration ceremony of Lord Ram's idol at the temple in Ayodhya, which is scheduled for January 22, amid criticism of the exercise by some 'shankaracharyas' on the ground that the temple is not fully constructed yet.

BJP leaders skip event to mark Sardar Patel's birth anniversary

BJP leaders skip event to mark Sardar Patel's birth anniversary

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

Leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday failed to show up at the Central Hall in Parliament to pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on the occasion of the birth anniversary of India's first home minister. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Speaker Meira Kumar and innumerable Union ministers were present at the function. A senior BJP leader admitted that the absence of the party's Members of Parliament at the function was a lapse on their part.

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The Odisha government told the assembly over 40,000 workers migrated from the state last year, with the highest number -- 26,151 -- from Balangir.

The October Stars Special Bollywood Quiz

The October Stars Special Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

TMC 'stings' BJP over Sandeshkhali, moves EC with video

TMC 'stings' BJP over Sandeshkhali, moves EC with video

Rediff.com9 May 2024

TMC's Rajya Sabha MP Sagarika Ghose submitted a letter to the Election Commission on Thursday.

Mamata's ploy to...: Cong's Adhir on INDIA olive branch

Mamata's ploy to...: Cong's Adhir on INDIA olive branch

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Chowdhury termed Banerjee as an "opportunist politician" who altered her stance after realising the changing political landscape.

We have moved on from the lows of London Olympics: Sardar

We have moved on from the lows of London Olympics: Sardar

Rediff.com13 Jan 2013

Indian hockey had touched a new low when it was handed the wooden spoon during the London Olympics last August, but inspirational skipper Sardar Singh feels the summer of discontent is a thing of the past now.

Explained: What is happening in Sandeshkhali?

Explained: What is happening in Sandeshkhali?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Sandeshkhali, a village in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, has been at the centre of a political storm for nearly a month and has witnessed unprecedented protests over allegations of sexual abuse by scores of women against a local Trinamool Congress leader.

Once Nehru said 'India second, China first': Jaishankar

Once Nehru said 'India second, China first': Jaishankar

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday targeted Jawaharlal Nehru and claimed that past mistakes were responsible for the problems such as Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) and occupation of some parts of the Indian territory by China.

Langur mimics to scare off monkeys during G20 Summit

Langur mimics to scare off monkeys during G20 Summit

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Delhi authorities are taking steps to deploy langur mimics and put up cut-outs of the simians at vantage points to scare away monkeys during the G20 Summit in the national capital.

'Ranbir said, 'Yaar, what a shot you just gave!''

'Ranbir said, 'Yaar, what a shot you just gave!''

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

'Ranbir helped me a lot with emotions and dialogues. As an actor, he makes us very secure.' 'He guides us with his experiences. He makes the work really, really easy and wonderful for his co-stars.'

Saturday wraps up longest LS polls since 1951-52; Modi among contestants

Saturday wraps up longest LS polls since 1951-52; Modi among contestants

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Saturday's voting will mark the end to the marathon polling process that began on April 19 month and has already covered 486 Lok Sabha seats in 28 states and Union territories.

Vicky Kaushal's Best Performance? VOTE!

Vicky Kaushal's Best Performance? VOTE!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Steadily marching ahead for almost a decade now on the strength of his unassuming versatility, the 35 year old is ready to showcase his mettle in one of the most challenging roles of his career as India's first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw in Meghna Gulzar's biopic, Sam Bahadur.

Rakul, Hina, Rupali Bring Home The Gold

Rakul, Hina, Rupali Bring Home The Gold

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Film and telly folk attended the 29th Lions Gold Awards, which honoured extraordinary achievements in film, television, OTT, music and social welfare commitment.

Gangster behind Karni Sena chief murder demanded Rs 1 cr from bizman: Police

Gangster behind Karni Sena chief murder demanded Rs 1 cr from bizman: Police

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

A resident of Bilaspur Khurd village, Kumar said he demanded security from the police but was provided with only one constable.

'I Removed Sonia Gandhi's Photo, Not Gandhi's'

'I Removed Sonia Gandhi's Photo, Not Gandhi's'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

'It was my first day in office, so you cannot blame me for the missing photos.' 'I had to join the office and sit on the chair at a particular mahurat time.'

FIH Hockey5s World Cup: Simranjeet to lead India men; Rajni to captain women

FIH Hockey5s World Cup: Simranjeet to lead India men; Rajni to captain women

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Simranjeet Singh and Rajni Etimarpu will lead the men's and women's sides respectively as Hockey India on Sunday named the Indian teams for the upcoming FIH Hockey5s World Cup to be held in Muscat, Oman.