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Karti Chidambaram can't travel abroad, has to join probe, says SC

Karti Chidambaram can't travel abroad, has to join probe, says SC

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

The apex court, which stayed the Madras high court order putting on hold the look out circular issued by the Centre against Karti, repeatedly sought to know when he would make his appearance for questioning before the Central Bureau of Investigation.

Yakub Memon to hang for 1993 Mumbai blasts case

Yakub Memon to hang for 1993 Mumbai blasts case

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Memon, 53, was found guilty of conspiracy in 2007 for the serial blasts that killed over 250 people.

Kerala turns into war zone after women's entry into Sabarimala

Kerala turns into war zone after women's entry into Sabarimala

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Kerala Union of Working Journalists decided to boycott the press meets called by the BJP after saffron party workers attacked mediapersons.

Did Jinnah's marriage shape his politics?

Did Jinnah's marriage shape his politics?

Rediff.com3 May 2017

'If Ruttie had been alive, Jinnah would never have turned communal.'

CBI summons ex-Kolkata police chief on Monday

CBI summons ex-Kolkata police chief on Monday

Rediff.com26 May 2019

All airports and immigration authorities have been alerted by the CBI this week to prevent him from leaving the country and intimate the agency on any possible move, they said.

A long legal battle awaits Chidambarams

A long legal battle awaits Chidambarams

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

The father-son duo are in the radar of the probe agencies in another case concerning the Aircel-Maxis deal.

Deadlock ends, Rajasthan assembly session from Aug 14

Deadlock ends, Rajasthan assembly session from Aug 14

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

"He also gave verbal directions to make the necessary arrangements for the prevention of COVID-19 spread during the session," the spokesperson added.

'PM assured Article 370 will be respected,' says Mufti

'PM assured Article 370 will be respected,' says Mufti

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

Mehbooba met the prime minister amid reports that she was seeking help against attempts to alter constitutional provisions that give Jammu and Kashmir its special status.

Why Stalin Wants NEET To Go

Why Stalin Wants NEET To Go

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

The real battle for NEET abolition can take much more time and energy, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Centre supports plea for recusal of SC bench in Manipur fake encounters case

Centre supports plea for recusal of SC bench in Manipur fake encounters case

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

The petitioners, however, challenged the government's contention, saying this was an attempt to "overawe" the court

Video of OPS camp MLA alleging horse-trading sparks row

Video of OPS camp MLA alleging horse-trading sparks row

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

"It is me in the video, but the voice is not mine," Saravanan told reporters.

Jagan's plea for more relaxation in bail conditions dismissed

Jagan's plea for more relaxation in bail conditions dismissed

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

A special Central Bureau of Investigation court on Monday dismissed the plea of YSR Congress chief Y S Jaganmohan Reddy, facing corruption charges, seeking further relaxation on his bail conditions by allowing him to visit other states.

UP gangster Vikas Dubey killed in encounter while 'trying to flee'

UP gangster Vikas Dubey killed in encounter while 'trying to flee'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

Police said the gangster snatched a pistol from one of the policemen injured in the accident and was shot when he opened fire while trying to flee.

Anil Ambani to appear before CBI court on Thursday

Anil Ambani to appear before CBI court on Thursday

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Reliance ADAG Chairman Anil Ambani will have to appear as a CBI witness in the 2G scam case with the Supreme Court on Wednesday refraining from passing any order and the trial court dismissing a plea for deferring his deposition scheduled tomorrow.

Why Uddhav's council entry won't end Maha tug of war

Why Uddhav's council entry won't end Maha tug of war

Rediff.com13 May 2020

The temporary Maharashtra crisis might be over in a few weeks. But the permanent crisis -- the Sena's relationship with its friends old and new -- remains.

2 get death in Hyd twin blast case, lifer for one

2 get death in Hyd twin blast case, lifer for one

Rediff.com11 Sep 2018

The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on each of them over different counts.

Farewell Pranab da!

Farewell Pranab da!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

As Pranab Mukherjee passes away, we remember the man, the politician, the Rashtrapati.

17 months on, Sterlite victims' kin have cash, job; not closure

17 months on, Sterlite victims' kin have cash, job; not closure

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com meets the families of those killed in the police firing on Sterlite protestors in Thoothukudi, and finds a similar tale running through their lives.

HC allows CBI to file closure report in Najeeb missing case

HC allows CBI to file closure report in Najeeb missing case

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

The CBI, after more than a year of investigation, was of the opinion that no offence was committed against the missing student.

Blow to Lalu, SC orders separate trial in fodder scam case

Blow to Lalu, SC orders separate trial in fodder scam case

Rediff.com9 May 2017

Prasad will face charges including criminal conspiracy and fraud in the fresh trial.

Olympics: #GirlsGetItDone

Olympics: #GirlsGetItDone

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

'Everyone wants to get involved when there is success.' 'But what about guaranteeing it?' 'Making sure girls have the opportunity to succeed all the time?'

Nageswara Rao's appointment as interim CBI chief challenged in SC

Nageswara Rao's appointment as interim CBI chief challenged in SC

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

A petition has sought laying down of specific mechanisms to ensure transparency in the process of appointment of CBI director.

'By removing advertising from cricket, will BCCI become better?'

'By removing advertising from cricket, will BCCI become better?'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

'This is the only country where success seems to be viewed as a bad thing.' 'Other governments and countries go out of their way to protect a successful organisation. Here we find ways of destroying it.'

Should the Bhima Koregaon 16 be left to die?

Should the Bhima Koregaon 16 be left to die?

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Do Uddhav Thackeray, Aditya Thackeray, Sanjay Raut, and Sharad Pawar want the deaths of the Bhima Koregaon accused to be associated with their regime? asks Jyoti Punwani.

SC pulls up Maha govt for claiming everything fine on migrant's issue

SC pulls up Maha govt for claiming everything fine on migrant's issue

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Noting there have been instances of "excess" by police and paramilitary personnel against the migrant workers, the court also asked authorities to consider "withdrawal" of criminal cases against some of them for violating social distancing norms.

FAQ: What is the Vyapam scam?

FAQ: What is the Vyapam scam?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

The Madhya Pradesh Professional Examination Board scam, most commonly known by its Hindi acronym as the 'Vyapam scam' has been in the headlines on and off throughout the year.

SC directs Karti Chidambaram to appear before CBI on Aug 23

SC directs Karti Chidambaram to appear before CBI on Aug 23

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

A bench comprising Chief Justice J S Khehar and Justice D Y Chandrachud allowed Karti to be accompanied by a lawyer at the CBI headquarters during the questioning.

China versus the people of Hong Kong

China versus the people of Hong Kong

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

India needs to take note of China's assertiveness in implementing its national security law as also its recently exhibited sensitivity to criticism of Xi Jinping by the Indian media, says former senior R&AW officer and China expert Jayadeva Ranade.

29 dead: A government-made disaster

29 dead: A government-made disaster

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

The injured -- 130 -- cannot go back to work nor do they have homes to return to. Many of them refuse to leave the hospital while some of their relatives sleep in the hospital corridors. Apart from their physical injuries, the trauma of seeing their family members swept away haunts them as does the loss of all their possessions. But the BJP-Sena government remains indifferent to this human crisis.

'US stance on Modi can recoil on them'

'US stance on Modi can recoil on them'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

For the US to proclaim Modi guilty even when there was no evidence against him despite investigations and re-investigation amounts to immature diplomacy. It constitutes interference in India's internal affairs, says BJP leader Arun Jaitley.

Acting legend Soumitra Chatterjee passes away

Acting legend Soumitra Chatterjee passes away

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

In a career spanning six decades, Chatterjee has acted in more than 300 films.

SC reinstates Alok Verma as director but clips his wings

SC reinstates Alok Verma as director but clips his wings

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

The apex court said that he won't be allowed to take any major policy decision till the high-powered committee considers the issue of "divestment of power and authority".

'I Could Hear Them Beating Up Beniks And Jayaraj'

'I Could Hear Them Beating Up Beniks And Jayaraj'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

What really happened in Sathankulam, where the father-son duo of Jayaraj and Beniks died in an alleged case of police brutality, a case that has shocked India?

BCCI finally clears players' central contract payments

BCCI finally clears players' central contract payments

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

As per the revised contracts, the players in the A+ category will get Rs 7 crore, while ones in the A, B and C will get Rs 5 crore, Rs 3 crore and Rs 1 crore respectively.

Why Narayan Rane is so IMPORTANT for the BJP

Why Narayan Rane is so IMPORTANT for the BJP

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The street-fighter attitude is what keeps Rane going even at 69. The expectation is -- at least in the BJP camp -- that he will be itching for a battle royale with the Shiv Sena in its bastions.

A Matunga cafe wins the battle for Madras

A Matunga cafe wins the battle for Madras

Rediff.com14 Mar 2015

The Matunga restaurant, known for its cleanliness and quick services, was established by Gopal Purshottam Kamath.

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite Indian films of 2021.

High drama as CBI arrests Chidambaram from his home

High drama as CBI arrests Chidambaram from his home

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

A CBI spokesperson said he has been arrested on the basis of a warrant issued by a competent court.

Sabarimala temple board to seek more time to implement SC order

Sabarimala temple board to seek more time to implement SC order

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

This is the third time the temple is opening after the court verdict, though no girl or woman in the previously banned age group could offer prayers so far following stiff resistance by devotees and activists, opposing any change in the temple traditions. The apex court on September 28 lifted the age-old ban on entry of girls and women in the 10-50 age group.

Sabarimala doors open, 30-year-old woman with family at Pamba

Sabarimala doors open, 30-year-old woman with family at Pamba

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

However, the woman told police that she was not keen to visit the shrine and admitted that she had come to Pamba following pressure from her husband.