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Prez polls: Pawar to convene next Oppn meet to discuss more names

Prez polls: Pawar to convene next Oppn meet to discuss more names

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

After the first meeting called by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Delhi and attended by 17 parties, the leaders said that it has been decided that a common candidate who will 'uphold the democratic ethos of the country' will be chosen as the opposition nominee.

India vs Pakistan: More than 11,000 security personnel to be deployed

India vs Pakistan: More than 11,000 security personnel to be deployed

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

More than 11,000 personnel of various agencies including Gujarat Police, NSG, RAF, and home guards among others will be deployed in Ahmedabad and at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad during the India-Pakistan World Cup cricket match on October 14, a senior officer said on Monday.

No question of Brexit-like referendum on Art 370, says SC

No question of Brexit-like referendum on Art 370, says SC

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

There is no question of a Brexit-like referendum on the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, the Supreme Court said on Tuesday, as it grappled with the question as to whether its repeal was constitutionally legal.

Stokes reveals how England were tamed by 'beasts' India

Stokes reveals how England were tamed by 'beasts' India

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

England captain Ben Stokes on Saturday said staying true to the 'Bazball' approach did not work and conceded that India were too good in their own conditions, always finding a way to wriggle out of tight curves.

Gita Press says it accepts Gandhi Peace Prize, not Rs 1 cr cash award

Gita Press says it accepts Gandhi Peace Prize, not Rs 1 cr cash award

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

The Gorakhpur-based Gita Press, which is the world's largest publisher of Hindu religious texts, has declined the Rs 1 crore cash award for the Gandhi Peace Prize amid a political row over its selection for the prestigious honour.

Ajit Pawar elected NCP president on June 30, group tells EC

Ajit Pawar elected NCP president on June 30, group tells EC

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party has informed the Election Commission that he has been elected national president of the party.

Is Art 370 in new category beyond Constitution's basic structure, asks SC

Is Art 370 in new category beyond Constitution's basic structure, asks SC

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Is there no mechanism to abrogate Article 370 even when the people of Jammu and Kashmir want it, the Supreme Court asked on Thursday and wondered if the now repealed provision can't be touched, will it not amount to creating a "new category" beyond the basic structure of the Constitution.

BSP Beyond Behenji

BSP Beyond Behenji

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

'It is an existential crisis. We cannot recover lost ground through social media. We need to forge alliances and reshape our ideological contours.'

Captain Pandya: In search of a sounding board

Captain Pandya: In search of a sounding board

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

It's just two games into the tournament but Hardik Pandya already seems to have loads to worry about in his second stint with Mumbai Indians, the leadership part not quite falling in place thus far.

My heart says Article 370 will be restored: Omar

My heart says Article 370 will be restored: Omar

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

'We are only saying that we will peacefully fight for its restoration. We will fight for it under the ambit of the Constitution, and legally as well'

India's Asian Cup exit blamed on striker crisis

India's Asian Cup exit blamed on striker crisis

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

We need players with confidence in front of goal: Stimac after India's Asian Cup exit

AIADMK formally severs ties with BJP, to lead 3rd front

AIADMK formally severs ties with BJP, to lead 3rd front

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Monday announced walking out of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and said it would lead a separate front for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

How Bhaipo plans to make Trinamool a national player

How Bhaipo plans to make Trinamool a national player

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

33-year-old Abhishek Banerjee has emerged as the most visible and significant leader in the party after his pishi (aunt), Mamata Banerjee reports Ishita Ayan Dutt.

Amritpal had no choice but to surrender: Police

Amritpal had no choice but to surrender: Police

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

Amritpal Singh was arrested by the Punjab police at around 6:45 am from village Rode after absconding for more than one month.

'Had to call off my walk': Rahul alleges 'security breach' in Kashmir

'Had to call off my walk': Rahul alleges 'security breach' in Kashmir

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

The Congress accused the government of withdrawing security personnel from around Rahul Gandhi as the Bharat Jodo Yatra reached near Qazigund in Jammu and Kashmir.

Logo, strategy to be finalised at INDIA's Mumbai meet

Logo, strategy to be finalised at INDIA's Mumbai meet

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

The alliance would announce a coordination committee, which could be of 11 members from principal opposition parties.

Budget 2024: 'We have to be intelligent'

Budget 2024: 'We have to be intelligent'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

'The global situation is not very good.'

Indira Gandhi assassination float taken out in Canada parade

Indira Gandhi assassination float taken out in Canada parade

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

The Congress on Thursday urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to take up strongly with Canadian authorities reports of a float depicting the assassination of former prime minister Indira Gandhi being part of a parade in Brampton.

US supports Canada's efforts in probe against India, says NSA Jake Sullivan

US supports Canada's efforts in probe against India, says NSA Jake Sullivan

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Refusing to respond to questions on the evidence of Canadian allegations, Sullivan said he is not going to speak to either intelligence or law enforcement matters from this podium.

Focus on KL Rahul's fitness as India gear up for Asia Cup

Focus on KL Rahul's fitness as India gear up for Asia Cup

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

India's Asia-Cup-bound squad have started reaching Bengaluru for a 6-day conditioning camp that starts on Thursday at the Karnataka State Cricket Association's campus

'Compromising with Congress is SP's majboori'

'Compromising with Congress is SP's majboori'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'They know that if they do not tie up with the Congress, then the minorities will move to the Congress.'

There are many 'difficult issues', but...: US on India ties amid Pannun row

There are many 'difficult issues', but...: US on India ties amid Pannun row

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

US Principal Deputy NSA Jonathan Finer said the US and India have a "complicated history" and they have not always been "wholly aligned".

Carnatic Music Goes From Raga To Rage

Carnatic Music Goes From Raga To Rage

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

They all seem to forget that the Music Academy is as much an independent institution as T M Krishna is an individual musician. In drawing those red lines for the Academy management, they do not even seem to recognise that they too have crossed a red line themselves, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

New Cong campaign to 'spread Rahul Gandhi's message'

New Cong campaign to 'spread Rahul Gandhi's message'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

The Congress will launch a two-month door-to-door campaign across India from next week to spread Rahul Gandhi's message among the masses, senior leader Jairam Ramesh said on Friday.

Army commanders to discuss Ladakh stand-off

Army commanders to discuss Ladakh stand-off

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

The conclave will be held at the national capital from April 18-22 and will be chaired by Army Chief Gen MM Naravane.

Despite INDIA's objection, Pawar shares stage with Modi

Despite INDIA's objection, Pawar shares stage with Modi

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Pawar did not entertain requests from members of the opposition INDIA alliance to not share stage with Modi.

6 arrested, 49 FIRs booked for anti-Modi posters in Delhi

6 arrested, 49 FIRs booked for anti-Modi posters in Delhi

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

As per the allegations, some parts of Delhi also had posters with the caption Modi Hatao Desh Bachao.

UK to deploy warships, aircraft carrier in Indian Ocean

UK to deploy warships, aircraft carrier in Indian Ocean

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

The deployment of the UK's "most advanced naval capabilities" has been flagged by the UK ministry of defence as a "decisive step" in bolstering UK-India security ties.

NC to boycott Mehbooba Mufti's all-party meet

NC to boycott Mehbooba Mufti's all-party meet

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Mehbooba had announced on Monday that she had convened an all party meeting on July 21 to discuss the prevailing law and order situation in the Kashmir valley.

Nitish back as CM, with two deputy CMs from BJP

Nitish back as CM, with two deputy CMs from BJP

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

He was administered the oath of office by Governor Rajendra Arlekar at the Raj Bhavan in Patna.

JD-U talks tough, but Cong hopes to keep INDIA united

JD-U talks tough, but Cong hopes to keep INDIA united

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) was in the grip of a crisis on Saturday with the Janata Dal-United saying the alliance was collapsing amid indications that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will switch back to the National Democratic Alliance, prompting the Congress to allege that the Bharatiya Janata Party is doing its best to cause a 'mini implosion' in the coalition.

J-K parties back Pandit, Dogra employees' demand for relocation from Kashmir

J-K parties back Pandit, Dogra employees' demand for relocation from Kashmir

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

The Congress will make it the main issue when its Bharat Jodo Yatra led by Rahul Gandhi reaches Jammu and Kashmir early next year.

Operational readiness should always be at peak level, Rajnath tells Army

Operational readiness should always be at peak level, Rajnath tells Army

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

In an interaction with the commanders at their ongoing biannual conference, Singh reasserted the faith of the billion-plus citizens in the Indian Army as one of the "most trusted and inspiring organisations" in the country.

J-K cops detain youths over stir against hiring blacklisted firm for exams

J-K cops detain youths over stir against hiring blacklisted firm for exams

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

The protesters assembled outside Dogra Chowk in the heart of the city and tried to take out a march in violation of prohibitory orders when the police swung into action and restored to mild lathicharge before detaining several of them, the officials said.

'Unfortunately I am an MP': BJP mocks Rahul over gaffe

'Unfortunately I am an MP': BJP mocks Rahul over gaffe

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

We speak freely to the media without teleprompters, Jairam Ramesh counters.

Social media platforms being used to raise terror funds: NIA chief

Social media platforms being used to raise terror funds: NIA chief

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

India has evidence that social media platforms are being used to raise terror funds, NIA director general Dinkar Gupta said on Thursday, underlining that the issue will be deliberated during a two-day international ministerial conference on countering terror financing.

'Our party expects Modiji will do justice to us'

'Our party expects Modiji will do justice to us'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

'We want to strengthen hands of Modiji and sure that LJP (Ram Vilas) will contest polls as an ally of NDA.'

Farooq, Mehbooba, Tarigami to attend PM's J-K meet

Farooq, Mehbooba, Tarigami to attend PM's J-K meet

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

The announcement came after PAGD leaders met at Abdullah's Gupkar Road residence in Srinagar to discuss the Centre's invitation.

Meet India's SpyMaster

Meet India's SpyMaster

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

A rare glimpse of Samant Kumar Goel, who heads the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency as he attends a meeting at the home ministry at North Block in New Delhi on Tuesday, December 6, 2022.

ZPM storms to power in Mizoram; CM Zoramthanga loses his seat

ZPM storms to power in Mizoram; CM Zoramthanga loses his seat

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

The Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) stormed to power in Mizoram by dethroning the Mizo National Front (MNF) bagging 27 seats in the 40-member House on Monday.