News for 'Sharad Kumar'

'Luck is very important in our industry'

'Luck is very important in our industry'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

'If luck favours you, with your hard work and your karma, nothing is impossible.'

KCR eyes electoral pie beyond Telangana, to launch national party

KCR eyes electoral pie beyond Telangana, to launch national party

Rediff.com11 Sep 2022

Ending speculations, Telangana Rashtra Samiti president and Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao on Sunday said he would launch a national party following more discussions with a cross-section of society.

Exports plunged by 34.57% in March, 4.78% in FY20

Exports plunged by 34.57% in March, 4.78% in FY20

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

Imports too contracted by 28.72 per cent to $31.16 billion. Dip in exports and imports narrowed the trade deficit -- the difference between imports and exports -- in March to $9.76 billion, the lowest in the last 13 months.

Setback for Kejriwal; Prez okays disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs

Setback for Kejriwal; Prez okays disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs

Rediff.com21 Jan 2018

20 legislators disqualified from the Delhi assembly for allegedly holding offices of profit.

I have no personal ambitions: Chidambaram on Cong polls

I have no personal ambitions: Chidambaram on Cong polls

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

The former Union minister asserted that an objective analysis of the political situation will lead to the conclusion that the Congress has to be the "pole" around which Opposition unity in the 2024 Lok Sabha election can be built.

The Magic of Asha Bhosle

The Magic of Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Do you know Ashaji crooned a seductive night club song, Zooby Zooby Je L'aime Vous for An Evening In Paris?

Upendra Kushwaha merges his party with Nitish's JD-U

Upendra Kushwaha merges his party with Nitish's JD-U

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

A former protege of the JD-U de facto leader, Kushwaha, had revolted against Kumar in 2013, giving up his Rajya Sabha berth and floated his own outfit.

2G case: HC upholds appointment of SPP, ASG for CBI appeal against acquittal of accused

2G case: HC upholds appointment of SPP, ASG for CBI appeal against acquittal of accused

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

The high court's order came on a plea by acquitted individual and Kusegaon Fruits and Vegetables Pvt Ltd director Asif Balwa that the CBI has not placed on record the mandatory authority under the provisions of the CrPC.

'What generosity!' Sena taunts BJP for making Nitish CM

'What generosity!' Sena taunts BJP for making Nitish CM

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

An editorial in Sena mouthpiece Saamana also wondered how long Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will hold ground under the 'burden of favour' and if he will take a new route.

Taarak Mehta cast bids goodbye to Dr Hathi

Taarak Mehta cast bids goodbye to Dr Hathi

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Actor Kavi Kumar Azad died of cardiac arrest. he was 45.

Exports fall 36% in May, trade deficit narrows to $3.15 bn

Exports fall 36% in May, trade deficit narrows to $3.15 bn

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Barring rice, spices, iron ore and pharmaceuticals, all the remaining 26 key sectors registered negative growth in May. Imports too plunged 51 per cent to $22.2 billion in May.

Anti-BJP front: KCR meets Uddhav, Pawar in Mumbai

Anti-BJP front: KCR meets Uddhav, Pawar in Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

Following an invitation from Thackeray, Rao arrived at 'Varsha', the official residence of Maharashtra CM.

Modi, Shah, Rahul, Uddhav among star campaigners for Bihar polls

Modi, Shah, Rahul, Uddhav among star campaigners for Bihar polls

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

The Election Commission has reduced maximum number of campaigners for the recognised parties to 30 while for the unrecognised parties it would be not more than 20 in view of coronavirus pandemic, Additional Chief Electoral Officer (ACEO) Sanjay Kumar Singh said on Friday. The maximum number was earlier fixed at 40 for everybody.

Poll diary: A day out with Stalin

Poll diary: A day out with Stalin

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

What is the man who hopes to replace Jayalalithaa like as a campaigner?

'Vice Presidential Election Was Not Fair!'

'Vice Presidential Election Was Not Fair!'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

'Parties which supported me were all threatened. This could hardly have been called a fair election.' 'This is Modi's India.'

'Little doubt' that Pathankot terrorists are from Pakistan: NIA

'Little doubt' that Pathankot terrorists are from Pakistan: NIA

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

The anti-terror probe agency's chief Sharad Kumar said help of Pakistan will be sought in solving the Pathankot terror attack case.

Bihar polls: Big winners and losers

Bihar polls: Big winners and losers

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Here's how the biggies fared in Bihar elections 2020.

Index of Opposition unity: Lalu may send Maya to RS

Index of Opposition unity: Lalu may send Maya to RS

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Post Nitish's exit, 17 parties plan to meet on Friday to formulate their future course of action. Congress president Sonia Gandhi has invited Sharad Yadav to join them, reports Archis Mohan.

How the 'secularists' defeated Nitish Kumar

How the 'secularists' defeated Nitish Kumar

Rediff.com27 May 2014

The 'secularists'are more adept at the politics of intense and alarmingly exaggerated fear-mongering, as this kind of politics provides easy votes of Muslims without making them answerable for the concrete issues of poverty, unemployment, lawlessness, and of basic needs like roads, electricity, etc, which is exactly how Nitish Kumar was defeated in the elections, says Mohammad Sajjad.

Four out of six under-50 CMs are from the BJP

Four out of six under-50 CMs are from the BJP

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

The youth leadership taking the reigns of the states was a rare event in the last century as very few broke the glass ceilings.

'Prashant Kishor is a good salesman'

'Prashant Kishor is a good salesman'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

'He is a key fulcrum point in the pan-Indian creation of an effective Opposition to the BJP.'

A Raja had misled then PM on 2G policy matters: CBI tells court

A Raja had misled then PM on 2G policy matters: CBI tells court

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Former Telecom Minister A Raja had "misled" then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh regarding policy of first-come-first-served which was to be followed for allocation of 2G spectrum, Central Bureau of Investigation on Monday told a special court.

Yogi's UP win makes presidential election a cakewalk for Modi

Yogi's UP win makes presidential election a cakewalk for Modi

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party's victory in the assembly polls on Thursday has put the party on a stronger wicket for the election for the post of President expected later this year.

Bollywood bids goodbye to Ajay Devgn's father

Bollywood bids goodbye to Ajay Devgn's father

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Veeru Devgan's last rites were performed on May 27.

CJI's mother 'duped' by family property caretaker

CJI's mother 'duped' by family property caretaker

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The accused, Tapas Ghosh, 49, was arrested on Tuesday night. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is looking into the matter under the supervision of DCP Vinita Sahu, said Nagpur commissioner of police (CP) Amitesh Kumar.

Prez dismisses plea to disqualify 27 AAP MLAs

Prez dismisses plea to disqualify 27 AAP MLAs

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

The EC had found no merit in the plea.

How Nitish managed to steer his way to 4th straight term in office

How Nitish managed to steer his way to 4th straight term in office

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Known for weighing his options carefully before making any move, Kumar, upon a closer look, comes across as a risk taker who has not shied away from going against the tide.

Pawar praises Tejashwi for tough fight in Bihar polls

Pawar praises Tejashwi for tough fight in Bihar polls

Rediff.com10 Nov 2020

Irrespective of the number of seats the Grand Alliance led by the RJD gets, it is a "good achievement" and it will give inspiration to the young generation, Pawar added.

Yasin Bhatkal convicted in 2013 Dilsukhnagar blasts

Yasin Bhatkal convicted in 2013 Dilsukhnagar blasts

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Besides Bhatkal, the others convicted were Asadullah Akthar of Uttar Pradesh, Zia-ur-Rahman alias Waqas of Pakistan, Tahseen Akhthar of Bihar and Aizaz Shaik of Maharashtra. All of them are in judicial custody.

PIX: Bhoomi team seeks blessings from Lord Ganesha

PIX: Bhoomi team seeks blessings from Lord Ganesha

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

A look at the pictures.

AAP unveils 'more evidence' showing DMK's 'role' in 2G scam

AAP unveils 'more evidence' showing DMK's 'role' in 2G scam

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party on Tuesday claimed that additional "evidence" had emerged about 2G spectrum scam showing alleged roles of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi, his daughter Kanimozhi and a top police officer of Tamil Nadu.

Pegasus: 14 Oppn parties blame govt for Parliament logjam

Pegasus: 14 Oppn parties blame govt for Parliament logjam

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

18 leaders from 14 parties said it is unfortunate that the government has 'unleashed a misleading campaign to malign the combined opposition' and blaming it for the continued disruption of Parliament proceedings.

Does Rahul Want To Be Opposition PM Candidate?

Does Rahul Want To Be Opposition PM Candidate?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

After Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra began criss-crossing the Hindi heartland, BJP leaders have revived their attacks on 'dynasty politics' and 'family rule' in the Congress, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

13 Oppn leaders request govt to launch free mass vaccination drive

13 Oppn leaders request govt to launch free mass vaccination drive

Rediff.com3 May 2021

Leaders of 13 Opposition parties Sunday urged the Centre to launch a free mass vaccination drive across the country in view of the unprecedented surge in COVID-19 cases.

Opposition determined to make a fight of presidential poll

Opposition determined to make a fight of presidential poll

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

The opposition is likely to put up a joint candidate for the July 18 presidential election despite not having numbers on its side, and consultations in this regard have already begun.

PMC Bank case: ED summons Sanjay Raut's wife

PMC Bank case: ED summons Sanjay Raut's wife

Rediff.com27 Dec 2020

The ED wants to question Varsha Raut with regard to "receipt" of some funds that were allegedly siphoned from the bank, official sources claimed.

Congress Challenge: Keep Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar Happy

Congress Challenge: Keep Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar Happy

Rediff.com18 May 2023

There are lessons for the Congress to learn from the Karnataka elections of how burying the hatchet among top leaders and not washing dirty linen in public can help, says Ramesh Menon.

Nitish-led JD-U back in NDA; blames Congress for alliance failure

Nitish-led JD-U back in NDA; blames Congress for alliance failure

Rediff.com19 Aug 2017

Party said it will take action against Sharad Yadav if he attends Lalu Yadav's August 27 rally.

'New block of parties in the offing ahead of Lok Sabha polls'

'New block of parties in the offing ahead of Lok Sabha polls'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2014

Efforts to form a new "block" of parties opposed to the Bhartiya Janata Party and the Congress is all set to gain momentum with a meeting of leaders in Delhi on February 5, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said on Saturday.

Burdwan blast accused members of Bangladesh terror outfit: NIA

Burdwan blast accused members of Bangladesh terror outfit: NIA

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

The National Investigation Agency said the accused persons arrested in the Burdwan blast case and their associates were members of terror group Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen, Bangladesh, who were preparing IEDs for transporting them to that country for possible terror attacks.