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Whether I turn 75 or 85...: Uma Bharti on retirement

Whether I turn 75 or 85...: Uma Bharti on retirement

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

'Whether I turn 75 or 85, I will remain active in politics and contest the next election. I like politics very much'

MP Polls: Of Jobs And Broken Promises

MP Polls: Of Jobs And Broken Promises

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Of the 3,893,149 registered applicants on the MP Rojgar portal, only 21 individuals have been successfully placed in government and semi-government positions since April 2020.

Know Who The Lady On The Left Is?

Know Who The Lady On The Left Is?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on over the weekend.

BJP list: 33 sitting MPs dropped; Mandaviya fielded from Porbandar

BJP list: 33 sitting MPs dropped; Mandaviya fielded from Porbandar

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

It dropped sitting MP from Guna, Krishnapal Singh Yadav, to field Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia from the seat.

Day after hat-trick in state elections, BJP mum on CM picks

Day after hat-trick in state elections, BJP mum on CM picks

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

A day after the Bharatiya Janata Party scored big wins in three assembly polls, talk within the party shifted to the likely chief ministerial picks in these states, with senior leaders holding discussions on Monday.

Hemant Soren takes oath as Jharkhand CM for third time; hails Champai

Hemant Soren takes oath as Jharkhand CM for third time; hails Champai

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

The court order is in the public domain for all to see, the JMM executive president said, adding that he would discharge his duties with commitment.

MP records 76% polling amid violence, surpasses 2018 voting figure

MP records 76% polling amid violence, surpasses 2018 voting figure

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

The exercise will continue till 6 pm in all the polling stations except those in Maoist-affected areas of Balaghat, Mandla and Dindori districts where it ended at 3 pm, an official said.

EPS promises free Covid vaccine for all in TN, Shivraj for poor in MP

EPS promises free Covid vaccine for all in TN, Shivraj for poor in MP

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

The Tamil Nadu chief minister, who is in Pudukottai on an official visit to review anti-COVID-19 measures and development projects in the district told reporters that vaccination shall cover all sections of the society.

BJP rule brought MP out of BIMARU category, says Shah; releases report card

BJP rule brought MP out of BIMARU category, says Shah; releases report card

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

He said the people of the state took a historic decision in 2003 by removing the government of "Mr Bantadhar", apparently referring to senior Congress leader and former chief minister Digvijaya Singh.

Droupadi Murmu dials Sonia, Pawar, Mamata seeking support

Droupadi Murmu dials Sonia, Pawar, Mamata seeking support

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

All the three leaders expressed their best wishes to her, sources said.

WATCH: The Indian who runs 100m in 11 seconds

WATCH: The Indian who runs 100m in 11 seconds

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijijuon Saturday assured support to Rameshwar Singh, an unknown man from Madhya Pradesh, whose video of him running 100 metres in 11 seconds has gone viral.

Champai Soren quits JMM, set to join BJP on Aug 30

Champai Soren quits JMM, set to join BJP on Aug 30

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Soren, who is scheduled to join the Bharatiya Janata Party on August 30, also resigned as an MLA of the state assembly and a minister in the Jharkhand Cabinet.

BJP, Congress In Freebies Race In MP

BJP, Congress In Freebies Race In MP

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

'Elections in Madhya Pradesh have so far largely avoided freebies.' 'But this time both the Congress and BJP are making such announcements.'

Tough test for BJP, Cong: Stage set for poll results in 4 states

Tough test for BJP, Cong: Stage set for poll results in 4 states

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Counting of votes will be held on Sunday in assembly polls in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and Telangana in what is seen as a semi-final contest ahead of the general elections in less than six months.

MP school teacher suspended for joining Bharat Jodo Yatra

MP school teacher suspended for joining Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Rajesh Kannoje, a teacher with a primary school under the state's Tribal Affairs Department in Kanasya, was suspended on November 25, a day after he took part in the yatra.

Rahul's remarks in LS on Hindus, Modi expunged amid row

Rahul's remarks in LS on Hindus, Modi expunged amid row

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Holding up pictures of Lord Shiva, Guru Nanak, and Jesus Christ, he referred to Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, Buddhism and Jainism to underline the importance of fearlessness. He also cited the attributes of Lord Shiva and teachings of Guru Nanak, Jesus Christ, Buddha, and Mahavir to state that all religions and great people of the country have said "daro mat, darao mat (do not be scared, do not scare others)".

Has Jaishankar Startled Piyush Goyal?

Has Jaishankar Startled Piyush Goyal?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Glimpses of the At Home reception hosted by President Droupadi Murmu on Independence Day at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Cong promises caste census in MP after winning polls

Cong promises caste census in MP after winning polls

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

The Congress will conduct a caste census in Madhya Pradesh after winning the assembly polls and establish a university in the name of Sant Ravidas, said party president Mallikarjun Kharge, accusing the regime at the Centre of wishing to change the Constitution.

President, ministers lead the way on Yoga Day

President, ministers lead the way on Yoga Day

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Take a look at our leaders taking to the yoga mats on this special day.

What Is Gehlot Telling Modi?

What Is Gehlot Telling Modi?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

What some of our leaders were up to on the first day of November...

Modi's Invincibility Is Gone And Gone Forever

Modi's Invincibility Is Gone And Gone Forever

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

It is possible to be blind to this and pretend to carry on as if nothing has happened but that will not change the reality, asserts Aakar Patel.

Some leaders abandoned Cong for...: Priyanka's dig at Scindia

Some leaders abandoned Cong for...: Priyanka's dig at Scindia

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Gandhi said the Chouhan government had not even spared gods, referring to winds on May 28 damaging six idols in the Ujjain's Mahakal Lok corridor, the first phase of which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in October last year.

Grp Capt Varun Singh had planned to celebrate Shaurya Chakra feat in MP

Grp Capt Varun Singh had planned to celebrate Shaurya Chakra feat in MP

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Group Captain Singh was conferred with the Shaurya Chakra, India's third highest peacetime gallantry award, in August this year for averting a possible mid-air accident after his Tejas light combat aircraft was hit by a major technical problem last year.

Tiger abhi zinda hai: Scindia to Digvijaya, Kamal Nath

Tiger abhi zinda hai: Scindia to Digvijaya, Kamal Nath

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

"I don't need any certificate from Kamal Nath nor Digvijaya Singh. The facts are before the people how they looted the state in 15 months. They have taken everything for themselves. They (people) have also seen their history of going back on promises. But I would only like to tell them 'tiger abhi zinda hai (tiger is alive)," Scindia said.

BJP likely to keep big 4 portfolios, culture, education

BJP likely to keep big 4 portfolios, culture, education

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

There is a view that heavyweight portfolios like home, finance, defence and external affairs besides education and culture, two ministries with strong ideological hues, will be kept by the BJP, while its allies can get anywhere between five to eight cabinet berths.

BJP sees significant gain in SC/ST seats in MP, wins 50 out of 82

BJP sees significant gain in SC/ST seats in MP, wins 50 out of 82

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

The poll results show that the BJP has increased its base among the SC, ST communities in the state. However, the party's prominent tribal face and Union minister Faggan Singh Kulaste lost the election.

MP home minister threatens legal action against Priyanka Gandhi

MP home minister threatens legal action against Priyanka Gandhi

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday warned of legal action against Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra over her social media post, in which she accused the saffron party-led government in the state of indulging in corruption.

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

The prime minister will be part of the launch of several development initiatives on his birthday.

What When The Modi Magic Fades?

What When The Modi Magic Fades?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

It's great to win election after election on the strength of Modi's charisma and voter appeal, but the larger the Modi myth grows, the more the BJP diminishes, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

BJP mulls CM choices in 3 states: Here are the names

BJP mulls CM choices in 3 states: Here are the names

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

While Chouhan has emerged as a favourite to remain at the helm in MP despite the presence of some challengers, the leadership race is wide open in Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan, two states where the BJP has snatched power from the Congress.

'Investors are not coming to do charity'

'Investors are not coming to do charity'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

'Investment is continuously coming.'

Washing clothes, making my tea: COVID positive MP CM

Washing clothes, making my tea: COVID positive MP CM

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

Sharing his experience with his ministerial colleagues while chairing the cabinet meet from hospital through video conferencing, Chouhan said there is no need to panic about coronavirus and it can be controlled by remaining alert.

Chouhan announces resignation, says won't stake claim to form govt

Chouhan announces resignation, says won't stake claim to form govt

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

"We have got more votes, but we will respect the mandate. We haven't got the required seats to form the government. We will not stake claim to form the government and I am submitting my resignation soon to the governor," Chouhan told reporters.

RJD, BJP Clash Over This Man's Visit

RJD, BJP Clash Over This Man's Visit

Rediff.com10 May 2023

RJD-JD-U leaders believe Dhirendra Krishna Shastri's visit is part of the BJP's 2024 poll strategy.

Vyapam case: Five get 7-year jail in 2013 cop recruitment test scam

Vyapam case: Five get 7-year jail in 2013 cop recruitment test scam

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 each, public prosecutor Manuji Upadhyay said in a statement, adding that 32 witnesses were examined along with 220 documents and items.

In poll-bound MP, Akhilesh attacks ally Cong over caste census

In poll-bound MP, Akhilesh attacks ally Cong over caste census

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav attacked its INDIA block ally Congress on caste census, reminding them that the party did not conduct a caste census when it was in power.

Those willing to convert in MP have to apply 60 days before

Those willing to convert in MP have to apply 60 days before

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

The Madhya Pradesh government has issued a new notification after the amendment in the MP Religious Freedom Rules 2021 for the same on Thursday.

Parliament security breach serious issue, avoid squabbling over it: Modi

Parliament security breach serious issue, avoid squabbling over it: Modi

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

The gravity of the incident which happened in Parliament should not be underestimated, the prime minister said

'Modi has passed the litmus test, Rahul has no takers'

'Modi has passed the litmus test, Rahul has no takers'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

"Narendra Modi has passed the litmus test and the election results have proven that Rahul Gandhi has no takers," says senior Bharatiya Janata Party senior leader Suresh Kumar and former law minister of Karnataka.

Modi holds meet with CMs of BJP-ruled states in Varanasi

Modi holds meet with CMs of BJP-ruled states in Varanasi

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Modi is on a two-day visit to his constituency, which began on Monday with the inauguration of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor.