News for 'Sarkar'

'Like Everything, There's A Limit To Hindutva'

'Like Everything, There's A Limit To Hindutva'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'The inauguration of the Ram temple was the pinnacle of the BJP's religious politics.' 'Politics is dynamic. What goes up has to come down.'

Meet Shilpa's Daughter From Sukhee

Meet Shilpa's Daughter From Sukhee

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Her adorable fashion pics will lift your spirits.

What new scam will electoral bonds data reveal, asks Cong

What new scam will electoral bonds data reveal, asks Cong

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said "surprisingly" the prime minister is grounded in New Delhi on Wednesday and not travelling around the country for new "inaugurations", for rebranding, or for claiming credit for past work.

BJP May Replace Half Its Lok Sabha MPs

BJP May Replace Half Its Lok Sabha MPs

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Amit Shah wants to increase the party's nationwide vote share by at least 10 per cent from the 37.7 per cent it secured five years ago and ensure above 50 per cent vote share in the states where it came close to that benchmark, but couldn't cross it.

Cong releases 2nd list, Nakul Nath fielded from Chhindwara

Cong releases 2nd list, Nakul Nath fielded from Chhindwara

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

The Congress on Tuesday announced its second list of 43 candidates for the Lok Sabha polls, fielding Kamal Nath's son Nakul Nath once again from Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara and Ashok Gehlot's son Vaibhav Gehlot from Rajasthan's Jalore.

'Pradeepda was a grown-up child with the vision of a genius'

'Pradeepda was a grown-up child with the vision of a genius'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Neil Nitin Mukesh did one of his career-best films with Pradeep Sarkar, who passed into the ages on March 24.

Modi govt 3.0: Who is in, who is out

Modi govt 3.0: Who is in, who is out

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Over 65 Union ministers are likely to take oath, going by the visual of the meeting Modi held with his likely council of ministers.

BJP to paint million walls with Modi's re-election message on Thursday

BJP to paint million walls with Modi's re-election message on Thursday

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address Bharatiya Janata Party members on the party's foundation day on Thursday.

Rajiv abolished inheritance tax for Indira's wealth: Modi

Rajiv abolished inheritance tax for Indira's wealth: Modi

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

The Congress wants to reinforce the tax more powerfully now after its four generations reaped benefit of the wealth passed on to them, he said.

Cong's 'somersault' dig at Jaishankar over Katchatheevu row

Cong's 'somersault' dig at Jaishankar over Katchatheevu row

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Will Foreign Minister Mr. Jaishankar please refer to the RTI reply dated 27-1-2015...The Reply justified the circumstances under which India acknowledged that a small island belonged to Sri Lanka," Chidambaram said.

After EC announces polls, Modi tweets '#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar'

After EC announces polls, Modi tweets '#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2019

'The festival of democracy, Elections are here. I urge my fellow Indians to enrich the 2019 Lok Sabha elections with their active participation.'

'Difficult For Modi Govt To Win Floor Test'

'Difficult For Modi Govt To Win Floor Test'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

'The longevity of the government is a doubt for me because when the going gets tough, there could a be a point in time where there might be pressure, from within the party or from the allies.'

Interfaith couple attack: 7 booked after woman alleges gang rape

Interfaith couple attack: 7 booked after woman alleges gang rape

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Seven men who allegedly barged into a hotel room and attacked an interfaith couple during their stay in Haveri district of Karnatka have been charged with gangrape after the victim complained that she was sexually assaulted by them, the police said on Friday.

This Indian footballer left Pele awestruck...

This Indian footballer left Pele awestruck...

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Playing against Mohun Bagan on a slushy and jam-packed Eden Gardens on September 24, 1977 in the twilight of his career, the three-time World Cup winner was overwhelmed by the depth of talent a "little known" Indian club possessed.

Trinamool reappoints Mahua Moitra as Krishnanagar district chief

Trinamool reappoints Mahua Moitra as Krishnanagar district chief

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra, currently facing recommendations for expulsion from the Lok Sabha in a cash-for-query row, was tasked with strengthening the party's organisation in West Bengal's Nadia district ahead of the 2024 general elections, in a clear message of support from the TMC.

Ab ki baar, U-turn sarkar...

Ab ki baar, U-turn sarkar...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

The decision to rethink the ban on porn Web sites is the latest reversal of decisions by the Modi Sarkar. Has the Modi Sarkar become a regime of U-turns, asks Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

'Bhai Behen Ki Jodi Will Create Problems For Modi'

'Bhai Behen Ki Jodi Will Create Problems For Modi'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'Rahul Gandhi is going to turn 54 and in India political leaders peak when they are around 60.' 'This 'bhai-behen ki jodi' has done a wonderful job for the Congress.' 'Priyanka Gandhi was a very effective campaigner.'

Opposition accuses Modi sarkar of avoiding parliamentary scrutiny

Opposition accuses Modi sarkar of avoiding parliamentary scrutiny

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Opposition charged the government with making Parliamentary Standing Committees irrelevant.

'Phir ek baar Cameron sarkar': UK PM woos Indian-origin voters

'Phir ek baar Cameron sarkar': UK PM woos Indian-origin voters

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Cameron, on the last leg of campaigning for the May 7 general election, also hailed Modi as a 'dynamic' leader who is 'taking India forward'.

What led to Morbi suspension bridge collapse?

What led to Morbi suspension bridge collapse?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Just before the bridge collapsed, CCTV footage showed, some men were trying to rock the suspension bridge from one side to another.

'Don't Know What Problem Laluji Has With Me'

'Don't Know What Problem Laluji Has With Me'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'Laluji is like my father and I am like his son.'

BSE, NSE close at record highs; Sensex breaches 69K

BSE, NSE close at record highs; Sensex breaches 69K

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Among the Sensex firms, Adani Enterprises and Adani Ports sustained their gaining momentum and traded higher by 4.40 per cent and 4.37 per cent, respectively. BPCL, Axis Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra and SBI were the other major gainers. On the other hand, HCL Tech, Infosys and Bajaj Auto traded in the negative zone with a loss of up to 1.54 per cent.

Who Is Sambit Patra Hugging?

Who Is Sambit Patra Hugging?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Former Tripura chief minister and Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Biplab Kumar Deb is congratulated by BJP national Spokesperson Dr Sambit Patra on being elected to the Rajya Sabha in Agartala.

Why BJP Lost Faizabad, Home To Ayodhya

Why BJP Lost Faizabad, Home To Ayodhya

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'The Constitution of India defeated the BJP.'

The journey of Hemant Soren, Jharkhand's youngest CM

The journey of Hemant Soren, Jharkhand's youngest CM

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

From taking charge of Jharkhand as its youngest chief minister at 38 to establishing himself as a 'fighter' for tribal rights, Hemant Soren, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate, is an accidental leader thrust into politics after a family tragedy.

RIL, HDFC Bank drag Sensex down by 180 points

RIL, HDFC Bank drag Sensex down by 180 points

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

From the Sensex pack, Jio Financial Services fell the most by 4.99 per cent. Reliance Industries, Power Grid, Larsen & Toubro, JSW Steel, HCL Technologies, NTPC, Tata Steel, Wipro, Tata Consultancy Services and HDFC Bank also declined. IndusInd Bank, Infosys, UltraTech Cement, ICICI Bank, Nestle and Axis Bank were among the gainers.

Row over 'Azad Kashmir' question in Bengal school paper

Row over 'Azad Kashmir' question in Bengal school paper

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

In the question paper, issued in an exercise book of a Bengali-medium school for Madhyamik aspirants, the paper setter has asked them to identify several places on the map (Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (referred to as 'Azad Kashmir' in Pakistan), the place where Gandhiji had first undertaken the Satyagraha movement, and the Chittagong battleground.

Matua community's joy over CAA turns to despair

Matua community's joy over CAA turns to despair

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The All India Matua Mahasangha has asked its members to apply for Indian citizenship only after the formation of a new government at the Centre.

Sarkar upset over Laaga being dubbed as a flop

Sarkar upset over Laaga being dubbed as a flop

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

In conversation with the film's director Pradeep Sarkar.

So how is the Modi sarkar doing?

So how is the Modi sarkar doing?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2014

The kind of people Narendra Modi has chosen, the decisions he has taken and the rail and central budgets suggests that he is treading carefully in New Delhi. There is less of innovation and more of continuity, so far. He is not ready to rock the boat and start from scratch, says Sheela Bhatt.

Is the Modi Sarkar RATTLED by the Power of Cinema?

Is the Modi Sarkar RATTLED by the Power of Cinema?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

'What is being proposed today is completely draconian.' Payal Singh Mohanka on the I&B ministry's plan to amend the Cinematograph Act.

'God Gave Me One More Opportunity'

'God Gave Me One More Opportunity'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'You suddenly realise that in this entire big scheme of things, you're just one speck.'

No escape for Modi Sarkar from extra borrowing

No escape for Modi Sarkar from extra borrowing

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Clearly, the extra borrowing of Rs 4.2 trillion the government has planned so far will not be enough to meet the shortfall in revenues which could be between Rs 8 trillion and Rs 10 trillion, points out A K Bhattacharya.

Ram Teri Ganga Maili

Ram Teri Ganga Maili

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Six decades and more later, we are now captives of our identities. Every poll is based on elaborate calculations of electability of candidates on the basis of their castes and other narrow definers. That, along with voter promiscuity, is what defines our political culture, which remains stubbornly resistant to any change, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

Electoral bonds: Cong says firms donating to BJP got big projects

Electoral bonds: Cong says firms donating to BJP got big projects

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

The Congress on Friday alleged that the electoral bonds data has exposed 'corrupt tactics' of the Bharatiya Janata Party such as quid pro quo, seeking donations for the company's protection, kickbacks and money laundering through shell companies.

Asian Games: Indian men's volleyball team make quarters

Asian Games: Indian men's volleyball team make quarters

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

India will face either Japan or Kazakhstan on Sunday.

Quiz: Can You Guess These Movies?

Quiz: Can You Guess These Movies?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

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

After mother, Rahul steps up attack on suit-boot ki sarkar

After mother, Rahul steps up attack on suit-boot ki sarkar

Rediff.com6 May 2015

Gandhi questioned why it was keeping the posts of RTI commissioner, Lokpal and chief vigilance commissioner vacant.

TMC's Sandeshkhali strongman Shahjahan Sheikh arrested after 55 days

TMC's Sandeshkhali strongman Shahjahan Sheikh arrested after 55 days

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party dubbed the arrest as scripted and claimed he was in the safe custody of West Bengal Police.

TMC to go solo in Bengal; Mahua Moitra, Yusuf Pathan on 42 LS names

TMC to go solo in Bengal; Mahua Moitra, Yusuf Pathan on 42 LS names

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Cricketer Yusuf Pathan will contest from the Baharampur Lok Sabha seat, whereas Kirti Aazd will fight from the Bardhaman-Durgapur constituency.