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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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

MP bus tragedy: 4 more bodies recovered; toll now 51

MP bus tragedy: 4 more bodies recovered; toll now 51

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

The rescue operations, which were halted late Tuesday night, resumed on Wednesday morning and two more bodies were retrieved from the canal, which is part of the Bansagar dam project, Sidhi's Additional Superintendent of Police Anjulata Patle said.

No question of replacing MP chief minister: Rajnath Singh

No question of replacing MP chief minister: Rajnath Singh

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Union Home Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party president Rajnath Singh on Friday ruled out change of leadership in Madhya Pradesh in the wake of Professional Examination Board scam saying a high court directed probe was already underway.

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.

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...

BJP names four Union ministers, 14 MPs in three state polls

BJP names four Union ministers, 14 MPs in three state polls

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The BJP has fielded 18 MPs, including four Union ministers, for the latest round of assembly polls so far -- seven each in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan and four in Chhattisgarh.

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.

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.

'Investors are not coming to do charity'

'Investors are not coming to do charity'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

'Investment is continuously coming.'

'The film exposes...': 'The Kerala Story' made tax-free in MP

'The film exposes...': 'The Kerala Story' made tax-free in MP

Rediff.com6 May 2023

The CM said that the film exposes the conspiracies of 'love jihad', religious conversion and terrorism and its "hideous" face.

Revealed: How BJP turned the tide in Madhya Pradesh

Revealed: How BJP turned the tide in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

An effective booth-level strategy, strong organisational manoeuvre and the popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan are among the key factors that turned the tide in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls.

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.

The Challenges That Await Modi 3.0

The Challenges That Await Modi 3.0

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

'The lack of a majority isn't the issue. He has enough in 240, especially as none of his allies can pull down his coalition.' 'That's why he's started as if this were just another, normal term. That pretence is vital for him.' 'The change for Modi 3.0 comes not from numbers, but from the new environment of contestation,' points out Shekhar Gupta.

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.

Again! Jaya Bachchan vs Dhankar in RS

Again! Jaya Bachchan vs Dhankar in RS

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The trouble started when the SP member wanted to make a point on an ongoing heated discussion between Opposition parties and the Chairman in the Rajya Sabha over certain remarks made by BJP MP Ghanshyam Tiwari on Kharge a few days ago.

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.

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.

MP braces for another fierce BJP-Congress battle this time too

MP braces for another fierce BJP-Congress battle this time too

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

The Congress is now gearing up to take on the BJP over alleged corruption, jobs and issues tied to tribals, farmers and women.

Cong to bring no-confidence motion against BJP govt in MP

Cong to bring no-confidence motion against BJP govt in MP

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

In the 230-member House, the BJP has 127 MLAs and the Congress 96.

Results 2024: What Lies Ahead For India

Results 2024: What Lies Ahead For India

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'The 2024 election results will lead to much intense targeting of Modi, more intense debates, many more breakdowns in Parliament and many more movements on the streets.' 'The results have hit Modi's standing, and the politics of the Opposition parties will be sharply focused to ensure that Modi doesn't get back his charisma of being 'invincible' with help of State power.' Sheela Bhatt looks at the political situation through the prism of 2024 Lok Sabha election results.

BJP Woos Tribal Voters In Madhya Pradesh

BJP Woos Tribal Voters In Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

The tribal vote in Madhya Pradesh is crucial in any election. The BJP's loss in the 2018 assembly election has prompted it to take remedial action.

Cheetah safari in Kuno will start from Feb: MP CM

Cheetah safari in Kuno will start from Feb: MP CM

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Eight cheetahs from Namibia were released into the park in September last year as part of an ambitious project to revive the extinct cheetah population in the country.

He should be hanged: Father of accused held in MP for 12-yr-old's rape

He should be hanged: Father of accused held in MP for 12-yr-old's rape

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

The father of the man arrested for allegedly raping a 12-year-old girl in Ujjain on Friday demanded capital punishment for his son, while the local bar association appealed that no lawyer should defend him in the court.

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.

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.

Why Did Naidu Meet Modi?

Why Did Naidu Meet Modi?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

According to an Andhra government statement, Naidu 'reposed confidence' in the PM's leadership.

Massive fire breaks out in MP govt building in Bhopal, no casualties

Massive fire breaks out in MP govt building in Bhopal, no casualties

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan apprised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah about the fire and sought assistance for dousing it, an official said.

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.

Behind BJP's stunning win in MP, Modi's 14 rallies

Behind BJP's stunning win in MP, Modi's 14 rallies

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed 14 rallies in Madhya Pradesh during campaigning for polls and reached out to young voters by reminding them of the failures of previous Congress governments on various fronts as he doubled down on development of all sections.

MP polls: BJP, Cong fight for Ram temple credit

MP polls: BJP, Cong fight for Ram temple credit

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

A war of words has erupted in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh after the Congress objected to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party putting up hoardings taking credit for the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

MP CM recovers from Covid, discharged from hospital

MP CM recovers from Covid, discharged from hospital

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Doctors have advised Chouhan, who was in the hospital for 11 days, to be under home quarantine and self-monitor his health for a week.

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.

29 key assembly seats in MP to watch for!

29 key assembly seats in MP to watch for!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

As Madhya Pradesh goes to polls, all eyes will be on 29 key assembly seats, out of the total 230, where the contest will be keenly watched.

Freebies, pre-poll guarantees galore as BJP, Congress woo MP voters

Freebies, pre-poll guarantees galore as BJP, Congress woo MP voters

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

A fierce competition among parties to offer freebies and guarantees, a scramble for tribal, OBC, women votes and a touch of Hindutva -- all have combined to make the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls a high-stakes battle with main rivals BJP and the Congress pulling out all the stops to gain power.