News for 'Sardar'

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.

India approached to fix Hockey World League match vs Pakistan?

India approached to fix Hockey World League match vs Pakistan?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2017

Will ask England to probe India's fixing attempt charge: FIH The complaint was lodged with the FIH after Indian team manager Jugraj Singh asked HI to take up the matter seriously with the FIH in his post-tournament report.

Stay in BJP but work for AAP: Kejriwal to Guj BJP workers

Stay in BJP but work for AAP: Kejriwal to Guj BJP workers

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Kejriwal said the AAP is not like the Congress and cannot be intimidated by the ruling party.

Naxalism with guns or pens must be uprooted: Modi tells state home ministers

Naxalism with guns or pens must be uprooted: Modi tells state home ministers

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday mooted the idea of "One Nation, One Uniform" for the police, saying it is just a suggestion for consideration and he is not trying to impose it on the states.

Look how far the 'Statue of Unity' has come

Look how far the 'Statue of Unity' has come

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

The Rs 1,989 crore statue being built to honour Sardar Vallabhai Patel has taken 3,000 labourers nearly 5 years to complete.

HC seeks ED's reply to Nawab Malik's plea against arrest in PMLA case

HC seeks ED's reply to Nawab Malik's plea against arrest in PMLA case

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Additional Solicitor General Anil Singh, appearing for the ED, sought time to file his affidavit.

Don't be scared of Modi, make Shivaji statue tallest: Sena to Maha CM

Don't be scared of Modi, make Shivaji statue tallest: Sena to Maha CM

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Decreasing the height of Shivaji's statue to make Sardar Patel's statue look taller is 'narrow and distorted mindset', the Sena said in an editorial in party mouthpiece Saamana.

Ensure minimum govt, maximum governance: PM to IAS probationers

Ensure minimum govt, maximum governance: PM to IAS probationers

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

He also asked them to stay away from limelight and go beyond their routine jobs to establish their identity. "The turn at which the country stands today... the role of bureaucrats like you is of minimum government and maximum governance. You have to ensure that your interference in common people's lives is reduced and that they get empowered," he said.

It's BIKINI THURSDAY for Disha

It's BIKINI THURSDAY for Disha

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

Neha wants #freedomtofeed... Vicky thanks everyone for the love... Kareena is a proud mother...

A Bird's Eye View Of Delhi's Election

A Bird's Eye View Of Delhi's Election

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

I watched from my balcony and found that during the next eight hours up to 5.30 pm, not one prospective voter was seen to go to the Congress table, notes Rashme Sehgal. The rush was all around the BJP table.

India vs England: Motera stadium to allow fans

India vs England: Motera stadium to allow fans

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

A BCCI official on Monday confirmed that fans will be allowed to come in for the Test matches in Motera.

PIX: Largest cricket stadium gearing up to host Trump

PIX: Largest cricket stadium gearing up to host Trump

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

Touted as the world's largest cricket stadium in terms of seating capacity, the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium (also known as Motera stadium) is being readied to host United States President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Take a look at the venue which is likely to host the 'Namaste Trump' event.

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.

Revealed! Kareena was supposed to be a male sardar in Udta Punjab

Revealed! Kareena was supposed to be a male sardar in Udta Punjab

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

'Our story was really made after we saw what was happening in Punjab.' 'Earlier it was 'drug film, cool thriller, hipster movie.' Then we went to Punjab and we said, "Boss!"'

'Only Nitish knows what he is going to do'

'Only Nitish knows what he is going to do'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

'By naming Tejashwi as the next CM candidate, he has put us in a dilemma.' 'Who will lead us in 2025?' 'What will happen to the party after 2025?'

Nearly 66% polling in Himachal as voters brave cold

Nearly 66% polling in Himachal as voters brave cold

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

The highest polling of 72.35 per cent was recorded in Sirmour district followed by 68.48 per cent in Solan and 67.67 per cent in Una and 67.5 per cent in Lahaul and Spiti. The high-altitude district of Lahaul and Spiti had recorded 21.95 per cent, the lowest, till 1 pm, but polling was brisk as the sun came out.

'Statue of Unity' gets finishing touches as unveiling nears

'Statue of Unity' gets finishing touches as unveiling nears

Rediff.com13 Oct 2018

Nearly 3,400 labourers and 250 engineers are working round-the-clock at the site of the statue at Sadhu Bet island on Narmada river. The 182-metre tall statue will be unveiled by the PM on birth anniversary of Sardar Patel, the first home minister of the country.

Commonwealth Games Hockey: India aim to end Australia's dominance

Commonwealth Games Hockey: India aim to end Australia's dominance

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

Since hockey's introduction at Commonwealth Games 24 years ago, World No.1 Australia have been the most dominant force, having won all six gold medals till date.

Now, Nawab Malik to 'expose Fadnavis' underworld link'

Now, Nawab Malik to 'expose Fadnavis' underworld link'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

Malik said he did not buy any property from anyone who is linked to the underworld or is a convict in a bomb blast case. He said by trying to link him with the underworld and bomb blast convicts, Fadnavis is maligning his image.

Anupriya Patel: Back in council of ministers after 2 years

Anupriya Patel: Back in council of ministers after 2 years

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Her inclusion in the Modi's team is significant ahead of the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections next year and the Lok Sabha polls in 2024 as the Other Backward Classes have a sizeable number of voters in the key Purvanchal region.

Ahmed Patel laid to rest; Rahul Gandhi attends funeral

Ahmed Patel laid to rest; Rahul Gandhi attends funeral

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

As per Ahmed Patel's wishes, he was buried next to the graves of his parents.

DU to name upcoming colleges after Savarkar, Sushma: Sources

DU to name upcoming colleges after Savarkar, Sushma: Sources

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

The decision was taken at the executive council meeting of the university, sources said.

15 CBI officers get home ministry's excellence award

15 CBI officers get home ministry's excellence award

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

CBI officer V K Shukla, who is probing the death of Jharkhand Judge Uttam Anand, is among 15 officers of the agency awarded the 'Union Home Minister's Medal for Excellence in Investigation' for the year 2021, officials said Thursday.

4 Hindu temples vandalised in Bangladesh

4 Hindu temples vandalised in Bangladesh

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

The Hindus were going towards the Shiali Mahasmashan temple while singing kirtan during the Esha prayers, one of the five mandatory Islamic prayers. which led to the scuffle, said the local mosque's Imam Maulana Nazim Uddin.

MoS Railways wants vandals 'shot at sight'

MoS Railways wants vandals 'shot at sight'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The minister was asked about the steps taken to prevent damage to Railway property due to CAA related protests.

Bhagwant Mann Must Get His Act Together

Bhagwant Mann Must Get His Act Together

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal are realising that it is not a cakewalk to run a full state that is plagued with a fiscal deficit and where emotions run high at the drop of a hat, observes Sudhir Bisht.

5 PSUs gave Rs 1.47 bn for Statue of Unity

5 PSUs gave Rs 1.47 bn for Statue of Unity

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

ONGC, Hindustan Petroleum, Bharat Petroleum, Indian Oil and Oil India listed the spending as part of their mandatory CSR commitment, but CAG noted that the Sardar Patel statue did not qualify for CSR funding.

Kem Chho Trump -- India's answer to Howdy Modi event

Kem Chho Trump -- India's answer to Howdy Modi event

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

During his visit to Modi's home state Gujarat, Trump along with the Indian prime minister would participate in a grand roadshow, planned along a 10-km decked-up stretch from the Ahmedabad airport to the Sabarmati Ashram. The US president would then visit the Sabarmati Ashram and then address a gathering, likely to be attended by over one lakh people.

Review: Akshay and Action are Kesari's strengths

Review: Akshay and Action are Kesari's strengths

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

'Kesari devotes a significant chunk of its script to brandish Akshay's might as the dauntless, magnanimous, Sardar, Havildar Ishar Singh.' 'To his credit, the actor is a picture of restraint and righteousness as the worldly-wise Sardar on a mission,' notes Sukanya Verma.

Police have greater role in border management: Ajit Doval

Police have greater role in border management: Ajit Doval

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

Doval said India's sovereignty goes as far as the last police station's jurisdiction from the coastal areas to the border areas.

NEP, 4-year undergrad programme gets DU's implementation approval

NEP, 4-year undergrad programme gets DU's implementation approval

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The implementation of the NEP and four-year undergraduate programme were approved by the Standing Committee on Academic Matters and the Academic Council last week.

Shahid Kapoor has something in mind

Shahid Kapoor has something in mind

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Sunny shoots... Amy enjoys the view...

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.

Bollywood on their minds: Pak hockey team keen on 'Badhaai Ho'!

Bollywood on their minds: Pak hockey team keen on 'Badhaai Ho'!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

While players and teams from other participating nations can venture out as and when they wish, individual outings are a big 'No' for the Pakistani players. They are allowed to visit places in groups only and have to mandatorily inform the security a day in advance.

Tamil film 'Koozhangal' is India's official entry for Oscars

Tamil film 'Koozhangal' is India's official entry for Oscars

Rediff.com23 Oct 2021

"Koozhangal" had won the top honour, the Tiger Award for best film, at the 50th International Film Festival Rotterdam.

23 cops test Covid positive ahead of PM Modi's Gujarat visit

23 cops test Covid positive ahead of PM Modi's Gujarat visit

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

During coronavirus tests on security personnel a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit on Kevadiya in Gujarat, as many as 23 policemen were found infected with the disease, officials said on Friday.

Why crocodiles from ponds near Statue of Unity being shifted

Why crocodiles from ponds near Statue of Unity being shifted

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

"We are relocating these crocodiles just for the safety of tourists. There is no specific instruction to us about any seaplane service" an official said.

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.

5 Trinamool MLAs join BJP in fresh spate of defections

5 Trinamool MLAs join BJP in fresh spate of defections

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

The Trinamool Congress on Monday lost five more sitting MLAs and the control of the Malda Zilla Parishad to the Bharatiya Janata Party as defections continued to rock West Bengal's ruling party ahead of the assembly polls.

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.