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MPs from 21 Opposition parties to visit Manipur today

MPs from 21 Opposition parties to visit Manipur today

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

A delegation of 21 Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc MPs will pay a two-day visit to Manipur beginning Saturday to assess the ground situation first-hand and then make recommendations to the government and Parliament for a solution to the problems in the violence-hit state.

'I had only three months to live'

'I had only three months to live'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

'I don't care what opinion people have of me. I am God's favourite child.'

'12 or 16 Sena MPs headed to Shinde'

'12 or 16 Sena MPs headed to Shinde'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

'Not just 12 MPs, but 22 former Shiv Sena MLAs as well as four MLAs who are still in Uddhav Thackeray's camp will be switching to our side gradually.'

Safety of minors a shared responsibility, says Goa CM

Safety of minors a shared responsibility, says Goa CM

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who has drawn criticism over his remark about to the gang-rape of two girls, on Friday said his statement was taken out of context, and added that the safety of minors has to be a "shared responsibility".

Goa to move HC against Tejpal's acquittal, says CM

Goa to move HC against Tejpal's acquittal, says CM

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said the state government will challenge in the high court journalist Tarun Tejpal's acquittal in a 2013 rape case by a district court in Panaji.

26 Covid patients die in Goa hospital, oxygen scarcity under lens

26 Covid patients die in Goa hospital, oxygen scarcity under lens

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane on Tuesday said 26 Covid-19 patients died at the state-run Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in the early hours and sought an investigation by the high court to find out the exact cause.

Even BJP leaders wanted garden named after Tipu Sultan: Malik

Even BJP leaders wanted garden named after Tipu Sultan: Malik

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

The BJP objected to the name claiming that Tipu Sultan had persecuted Hindus and hence his name was unacceptable for a public facility.

Why is Goa CM dismantling Parrikar's legacy?

Why is Goa CM dismantling Parrikar's legacy?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

The culling of key state leaders and bureaucrats has given rise to distrust and uneasiness in Pramod Sawant's style of functioning, notes Aditi Phadnis.

Held hostage in Goa row over property, claims French actress

Held hostage in Goa row over property, claims French actress

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

A 75-year-old French actor has alleged she is being held "hostage" in her house at Calangute in North Goa since earlier this week over a property dispute and finds herself in a "dangerous situation".

Why rape victims were on beach late at night, asks Goa CM

Why rape victims were on beach late at night, asks Goa CM

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

The CM said that parents have a responsibility to ensure the safety of their children.

'Fulfilling Salman's audience expectations isn't easy'

'Fulfilling Salman's audience expectations isn't easy'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

'I made sure I did full justice to my star's image and what his fans expect.'

Hunter Tootega Nahi, Todega Review: Unpredictable!

Hunter Tootega Nahi, Todega Review: Unpredictable!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Hunter Tootega Nahi, Todega is bizarre, unintentionally funny, discovers Deepa Gahlot.

Yogi Joins MoSha on Gujarat Poll Trail

Yogi Joins MoSha on Gujarat Poll Trail

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

On Tuesday, November 29, 2022, the final day of campaigning before Thursday's first phase of the Gujarat assembly election, the Bharatiya Janata Party fielded an array of leaders to canvass votes for the party that has ruled the state since 1995.

Tiger Shroff Is Using His Feet To...

Tiger Shroff Is Using His Feet To...

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

Sanya-Rajkummar promote HIT... Ananya goes to dance class... Saiee Manjrekar has fun...

Goa CM warns islanders protesting I-Day of 'iron fist'

Goa CM warns islanders protesting I-Day of 'iron fist'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

The Navy has said that it had cancelled its plan to unfurl the national flag on the Sao Jacinto island in South Goa on Independence Day after local residents objected to it, following which state Chief Minister Pramod Sawant requested the naval authorities to go ahead with the tricolour hoisting programme and warned the islanders that "anti-India activities" would be dealt with an "iron fist".

76 to 716: Victory margins in 10 Goa constituencies

76 to 716: Victory margins in 10 Goa constituencies

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

The lowest victory margin of 76 was recorded in St Andre constituency in North Goa, where Revolutionary Goans Party, a new political outfit in the state, made its debut by defeating BJP candidate and sitting MLA Francis Silveira. RGP candidate Viresh Borkar won the contest.

Amid Maha turmoil, Uddhav meets Sena leaders

Amid Maha turmoil, Uddhav meets Sena leaders

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Sanjay Raut said Shinde is not in Mumbai, but a communication has been established with him.

CRPF jawan held for defying lockdown norms gets bail

CRPF jawan held for defying lockdown norms gets bail

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

According to information shared on social media, Sawant was washing his bike when a police team reached the spot and started beating him up for not wearing a mask during the lockdown. Taking a serious view of the 'ill-treatment' meted out to its commando, the CRPF had written a letter to the Karnataka police demanding an investigation into the matter.

Is Pawar, not Uddhav, Running Maharashtra?

Is Pawar, not Uddhav, Running Maharashtra?

Rediff.com9 May 2022

The perception is rapidly gaining ground that though the chief minister is from the Shiv Sena, the government is being run by the NCP.

Bigg Boss 15: Guess Who's Out?

Bigg Boss 15: Guess Who's Out?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Rashami Desai is the only wild card contestant this season, who will enter the grand finale.

Breathe: Into the Shadows 2: 8 Tedious Episodes

Breathe: Into the Shadows 2: 8 Tedious Episodes

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

People are easily convinced to take lives as though it's a game of passing-the-parcel... Crime is not merely romanticised and rationalised, but also rewarded, points out Sukanya Verma. Breathe: Into the Shadows 2 Review

HC paves way for Uddhav's candidate in Andheri bypoll

HC paves way for Uddhav's candidate in Andheri bypoll

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

"She (Latke) is your (BMC) employee...You should be helping her out," the court said.

Sajid Khan To Be Evicted From Bigg Boss?

Sajid Khan To Be Evicted From Bigg Boss?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

There is now a behind-the-scenes discussion to evict Sajid immediately.

Dom's Take: No Beaches for GIRLS?

Dom's Take: No Beaches for GIRLS?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Two minor girls were allegedly gang-raped on Benaulim beach in Goa on Wednesday night. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant provoked outrage on Thursday by asking why the girls were out at night on the beach, and then declaring on Friday that the safety of minors has to be a 'shared responsibility'. Dominic Xavier offers his take on the controversy.

18 Maha MLAs join Shinde govt as ministers in 1st round of expansion

18 Maha MLAs join Shinde govt as ministers in 1st round of expansion

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday expanded his two-member ministry, 41 days after taking oath as the CM.

Speaker Birla anguished, day after Moitra's jibe at chair

Speaker Birla anguished, day after Moitra's jibe at chair

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Birla did not name Moitra and urged members not to cast aspersions on the chair as it amounted to disrespect of the House.

Prakash Ambedkar Files Affidavit After 5 Years

Prakash Ambedkar Files Affidavit After 5 Years

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Either this affidavit was prepared a long time back, or, Ambedkar has not been following the Commission's hearings.

Uddhav meets Raut's family, says he is a hardcore Sainik

Uddhav meets Raut's family, says he is a hardcore Sainik

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

Raut and Thackeray are known to share a close bond.

Top Goa Congress leader withdraws from poll race against daughter-in-law

Top Goa Congress leader withdraws from poll race against daughter-in-law

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Rane, 87, who has served as the chief minister of the coastal state for six times, had won from the Poriem assembly constituency as many as 11 consecutive times.

Odisha Open: Malvika Bansod cruises into quarters

Odisha Open: Malvika Bansod cruises into quarters

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Bansod took just over half an hour to dispatch 16-year-old Tasnim in the pre-quarterfinals

UK Home Secy's father claims property in Goa grabbed

UK Home Secy's father claims property in Goa grabbed

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Suella Braverman, an Indian-origin barrister, was appointed as the UK's new Home Secretary by Prime Minister Liz Truss earlier this week

Abhijeet Sawant: Movie star?

Abhijeet Sawant: Movie star?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

Manipur done; suspense continues over next Goa, U'khand CMs

Manipur done; suspense continues over next Goa, U'khand CMs

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Incumbents Pushkar Singh Dhami and Pramod Sawant are the clear favourites but face some opposition

Bigg Boss 15: Tejasswi Blasts Shamita

Bigg Boss 15: Tejasswi Blasts Shamita

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

Tejasswi feels Shamita is trying very hard to be friends with Karan!

Ravi Sawant appointed MCA interim chief

Ravi Sawant appointed MCA interim chief

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

A day after a city civil court restrained Union Minister Sharad Pawar from functioning as Mumbai Cricket Association president, the MCA managing committee appointed vice-president Ravi Savant as its interim chief.

Tejaswini bags India's 12th Olympic quota in shooting

Tejaswini bags India's 12th Olympic quota in shooting

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

Sawant earned the Tokyo quota by finishing fifth in the qualifications with a score of 1171.

Let's Not Forget Father Stan Swamy!

Let's Not Forget Father Stan Swamy!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

The tributes to Fr Stan by his associates and his co-accused (which were read out) provided a clue to why his death continues to touch so many.

Will probe celebs tweets over farmers' stir: Maha minister

Will probe celebs tweets over farmers' stir: Maha minister

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

A number of prominent personalities, including cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar and legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, recently rallied around the central government on social media using hashtags #IndiaTogether and #IndiaAgainstPropaganda.

BJP eyes to win over 75 seats from UP in 2024 Lok Sabha polls

BJP eyes to win over 75 seats from UP in 2024 Lok Sabha polls

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Uttar Pradesh deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Friday after taking the oath of the office said that Bharatiya Janata Party is targeting to win more than 75 seats out 80 from Uttar Pradesh in 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

Rubina wins Bigg Boss 14

Rubina wins Bigg Boss 14

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

She wins Rs 36 lakh after Rakhi Sawant walked off with Rs 14 lakh to drop out of the finale.