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Alert at PM's residence

Alert at PM's residence

Rediff.com22 Sep 2005

The youth were found to be MBA students of an institute in New Delhi and were not aware that filming of the premises was not allowed, sources said, adding that they were allowed to go after their identity was established.

PM house breach: Delhi police assures action

PM house breach: Delhi police assures action

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

Bhura has been giving different versions to the Delhi police officials who questioned him along with the intelligence agencies through the night about the motive of moving around the prime minister's residence when he was not posted there.

Two held for breaching PM's security

Two held for breaching PM's security

Rediff.com29 Jan 2003

Ashok Kumar and Dharen Singh, who were drunk, had driven into the sanitised area on Rao Tula Ram Marg, New Delhi, as Vajpayee’s cavalcade was passing by.

3-member MHA panel to probe security breach during PM's visit to Punjab

3-member MHA panel to probe security breach during PM's visit to Punjab

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The MHA has also sought an immediate report from the state government besides asking it to fix responsibility and take strict action against those responsible.

Pharma companies fight fakes with smart packaging

Pharma companies fight fakes with smart packaging

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Indian pharmaceutical companies are stepping up their efforts to combat the problem of counterfeit drugs, employing a variety of strategies, from packaging innovations to engaging private investigation agencies. The stakes are high, as counterfeit medicines not only harm consumers but also tarnish the reputation of leading brands.

Afghan PM assures 'full protection' of returning ex-officials

Afghan PM assures 'full protection' of returning ex-officials

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

"We appeal to the officials of past governments to return to their country as we will give them full protection of their lives. We are faced with the huge task of rebuilding and reconstruction of war-ravaged Afghanistan," he said.

PM security lapse: NIA constitutes IG-level team to help secure records

PM security lapse: NIA constitutes IG-level team to help secure records

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

As per a senior NIA official, the anti-terror agency has "nominated Inspector General of Police Santosh Rastogi to assist the Registrar General of Punjab and Haryana High Court to secure and seize the records related to the visit of Prime Minister to Punjab on January 5, 2022, from State and Central Agencies".

PM to travel by presidential saloon

PM to travel by presidential saloon

Rediff.com29 Jan 2004

He will travel the 8km stretch from Katra to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh on February 7 to dedicate to the nation a bridge on Saryu River.

HC allows burial of slain Tamil Nadu BSP chief in Tiruvallur

HC allows burial of slain Tamil Nadu BSP chief in Tiruvallur

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

The Madras high court on Sunday held a special sitting to hear a plea of the wife of slain Tamil Nadu Bahujan Samaj Party president K Armstrong, seeking to bury his body at the party office in Chennai.

Maximum punishment will send strong message: Malegaon blast victims

Maximum punishment will send strong message: Malegaon blast victims

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The prosecution has proved the entire chain that connected the accused with each other for achieving the goal of executing the bomb blast and perform terrorist acts, the written statement, filed by the intervenor for the victims, said.

America is a nation of immigrants: Biden aid amid H-1b debate

America is a nation of immigrants: Biden aid amid H-1b debate

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Ahead of Trump's inauguration here on January 20, the debate on foreign guest workers visas for highly skilled professionals, the H-1B, has intensified which has literally created divisions in both the Democratic and the Republican parties.

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

From stunning animal portraits to captivating glimpses of behaviour in their natural habitat, the World Nature Photography Awards contest showcases the intricate relationship between animals, plants, fungi, and humans.

Uproar in JK assembly over resolution on Art 370 restoration

Uproar in JK assembly over resolution on Art 370 restoration

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

BJP members, including the Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma, opposed the resolution, saying it was not part of the listed business.

Former CBI director Ashwani Kumar dies by suicide at Shimla house

Former CBI director Ashwani Kumar dies by suicide at Shimla house

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Kumar became CBI director in 2008, succeeding Vijay Shanker, in the midst of the agency's probe into the Aarushi Talwar murder case that hogged the headlines.

In Modi 3.0, NSG, ITBP to be withdrawn from VIP security

In Modi 3.0, NSG, ITBP to be withdrawn from VIP security

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

The plan to relieve NSG from VIP security tasks has been in the making since 2012 when NSG commanders foresaw an event where simultaneous terror attacks could be witnessed at one time on multiple centres in the country and the commandos will have to be rushed in different directions.

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

"If HR isn't responsive, it's critical to keep records of all interactions -- e-mails, dates and any conversations you had. If HR fails to help, escalate the matter to higher management or the internal complaints committee," says Smita Shetty Kapoor.

Want To Invest In Crypto? Read This

Want To Invest In Crypto? Read This

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Regularly monitor your account for any suspicious activity. Keep your devices updated with the latest security patches to prevent vulnerabilities. Ensure the physical wallet you use is stored securely to avoid loss or theft.

CRPF takes over security of Gandhis days after SPG cover dropped

CRPF takes over security of Gandhis days after SPG cover dropped

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now the only person to be protected by the about-4,000-personnel-strong SPG.

Moosewala killing: Bishnoi withdraws plea seeking protection from encounter

Moosewala killing: Bishnoi withdraws plea seeking protection from encounter

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

At the outset, his counsel submitted before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma that he wishes to withdraw the petition and wants to file it before the Punjab and Haryana high court.

New bench to decide on AMU's minority status, rules SC

New bench to decide on AMU's minority status, rules SC

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday deferred the question of Aligarh Muslim University's minority status to a fresh bench and overruled the 1967 judgment that said the university cannot be considered a minority institution since it was created by a central law.

Priyanka seeks withdrawal of special security at airports

Priyanka seeks withdrawal of special security at airports

Rediff.com30 May 2014

Priyanka Gandhi on Friday asked the Special Protection Group to withdraw the exemption given to her and her family from normal security checks in the airports, a plea that comes in the wake of reports that government is considering cancellation of such a facility to her husband Robert Vadra.

Sena concerned over removal of SPG cover of Gandhis

Sena concerned over removal of SPG cover of Gandhis

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

"Be it Delhi or Maharashtra, the atmosphere should be fear-free. It is the responsibility of the rulers to create such an atmosphere that those in public life can work fearlessly. There is no objection to withdrawing the security cover when such atmosphere prevails," the Sena said in an editorial in its mouthpiece 'Saamana'.

Osmania University declines request for Rahul's visit on security grounds

Osmania University declines request for Rahul's visit on security grounds

Rediff.com10 Aug 2018

University Registrar Ch Gopal Reddy said they declined permission as they had no mechanism to provide security to the congress leader.

Priyanka Or Kareena: Who Will You Watch?

Priyanka Or Kareena: Who Will You Watch?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Kareena in a Kalimpong murder mystery, Priyanka in a Hollywood rom-com, a South Korean style western and lots, lots more on OTT this week.

Modi Preaches World Peace But...

Modi Preaches World Peace But...

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

'...We should first look at and acknowledge what we have done to ourselves.' 'To not do so opens us to the accusation of rank hypocrisy and also reduces the stature of our globetrotting peaceniks,' asserts Aakar Patel.

Media ban for convicted rapist in Dutch Olympic squad

Media ban for convicted rapist in Dutch Olympic squad

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Dutch Olympic committee, in consultation with van de Velde and playing partner Matthew Immers, have taken steps to mitigate the impact of his participation by moving him to alternative accommodation in Paris and putting a ban on him talking to the media, chef de mission Pieter van den Hoogenband told Dutch television on Sunday.

'Decisions to prosecute are outsourced to vigilante groups'

'Decisions to prosecute are outsourced to vigilante groups'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

'The sense of fear generated by indiscriminate and unwarranted filing of FIRs prevents people from exercising their fundamental rights; people go silent or give up the fight as the legal process is itself the punishment.'

Lab Or Natural? What Diamond Would You Prefer?

Lab Or Natural? What Diamond Would You Prefer?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Suddenly, the legendary advertising line -- a diamond is forever -- is losing its shine.

Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut alleges phone tapping

Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut alleges phone tapping

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

"A BJP leader had told me that my phone was being tapped. I said if anybody wants to listen to what I am saying I welcome it. I am Balasaheb's chela (disciple), whatever I do, I do it openly," Raut told reporters. "In spite of the phone-tapping, we formed the government in Maharashtra," he said. Raut's remarks come a day after state Home Minister Anil Deshmukh alleged that the Fadnavis dispensation misused government machinery to tap the phones of opposition leaders, especially during the formation of the Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi government.

'Why should I resign? I am no thief, there is no scam'

'Why should I resign? I am no thief, there is no scam'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'In a complex situation a PM coming was not necessary'

Parl security breach accused wanted to discredit Indian democracy

Parl security breach accused wanted to discredit Indian democracy

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

The chargesheet, spread over 1,000 pages, was filed before the Patiala House Court in June and the court took its cognisance last month. A supplementary was filed in July.

Gandhi family's SPG cover withdrawn; Cong protests

Gandhi family's SPG cover withdrawn; Cong protests

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

The Gandhi family will now get 'Z+' security by the Central Reserve Police Force on an all-India basis.

Can Trump Fix India's US Problem?

Can Trump Fix India's US Problem?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

No single individual, institution, or action is to blame for this. The BJP is responding in kind -- definitely not without checking with its government. And they wait for Mr Trump, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Manipur unrest: Curfew relaxed in 3 districts, Internet restored

Manipur unrest: Curfew relaxed in 3 districts, Internet restored

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Curfew was relaxed in three Imphal Valley districts on Tuesday and the suspension on broadband internet lifted with conditions, even as Chief Minister N Biren Singh blamed the Congress for the present crisis in Manipur and NDA MLAs called for a "mass operation" against militants responsible for the killing of six women and children. Peaceful rallies were also staged across the state, with hundreds taking to the streets with empty coffins in Churachandpur district, demanding justice for those killed in a gunfight with the security forces in Jiribam, and members of various civil society organisations bringing out a procession in Imphal West district to protest the reimposition of AFSPA in parts of the state.

Budget has very little to offer for marginalised: Rights groups

Budget has very little to offer for marginalised: Rights groups

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

"There has been a 0.05 percentage points decline in the share of allocation for child budget to the Union Budget from 2.35 per cent (2022-23 BE) to 2.30 per cent (2023-24 BE).

Thakur's comments heart and soul of BJP, RSS: Rahul

Thakur's comments heart and soul of BJP, RSS: Rahul

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Gandhi's comments came at a time when the BJP is trying to distance itself from its erring MP.

Better J-K steps see India out of UN report on children of conflict

Better J-K steps see India out of UN report on children of conflict

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

India has been mentioned in the report of the Secretary-General on Children and armed conflict since 2010 along with other countries of Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Lake Chad basin, Nigeria, Pakistan, and the Philippines for alleged recruitment and use of boys by armed groups in Jammu and Kashmir; detainment of boys by Indian security forces in J&K for their alleged association with armed groups, or on national security grounds.

Sensex rides on bluechip stocks; rises 585 points

Sensex rides on bluechip stocks; rises 585 points

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

From the Sensex pack, Adani Ports & Special Economic Zones, Mahindra & Mahindra, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, Larsen & Toubro, NTPC, State Bank of India, UltraTech Cement and Kotak Mahindra Bank were the major gainers. In contrast, Tata Steel, Titan, Bajaj Finserv, JSW Steel, Bajaj Finance, Hindustan Unilever, ITC, Tata Motors and Tata Consultancy Services were among the laggards.

Bangladeshi Hindus: Why Appeal To Biden?

Bangladeshi Hindus: Why Appeal To Biden?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

It's intriguing that the prime minister now wants his American partner to help protect the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. That's conceding to the Americans a pre-eminence India has always contested, resented and feared, asserts Shekhar Gupta.