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Three-judge bench to hear pleas against pre-poll freebies 'in entirety': SC

Three-judge bench to hear pleas against pre-poll freebies 'in entirety': SC

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

A bench comprising Chief Justice Uday Umesh Lalit and Justice Bela M Trivedi said it was sitting in a combination of two and according to a reference order on the matter, it should go before a bench of three judges for disposal.

Has Karur Tragedy Halted Vijay's Political Rise?

Has Karur Tragedy Halted Vijay's Political Rise?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The Karur tragedy has exposed the huge gaps in Vijay's understanding of realpolitik, elections and political administration, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

SC directs listing of freebie pleas before 3-judge bench

SC directs listing of freebie pleas before 3-judge bench

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

The Supreme Court on Friday directed listing of pleas, which have raised the issue relating to the practice of political parties promising freebies, before a three-judge bench.

EC must have power to derecognise parties, says freebies case plea in SC

EC must have power to derecognise parties, says freebies case plea in SC

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The Election Commission (EC) must have the power to deregister a political party in case of a violation of the mandatory conditions for registration and for breach of laws, the Supreme Court was told by a petitioner on Monday.

Why can't Centre call all-party meet on 'serious issue' of freebies, asks SC

Why can't Centre call all-party meet on 'serious issue' of freebies, asks SC

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said there must be a "debate" on the "serious" issue relating to the practice of political parties promising freebies and asked why cannot the Centre call for an all-party meeting on it.

Madras HC rules on how Iyengar sects may observe Brahmotsavam festival

Madras HC rules on how Iyengar sects may observe Brahmotsavam festival

Rediff.com17 May 2022

The Madras high court on Tuesday held that the devotees of Thenkalai sect must be given the first two or three rows inside the Varadaraja Perumal temple in Kanchipuram and behind them the Vadakalai sect, and ordinary devotees shall be permitted to sit in the remaining available space.

'My dream is to work with Mani Ratnam'

'My dream is to work with Mani Ratnam'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

'I did not always want to be an actor. The initial plan was to become a filmmaker.' Sri gets candid about his movie career.

Review: Vil Ambu is worth a watch

Review: Vil Ambu is worth a watch

Rediff.com14 Feb 2016

Vil Ambu is an engaging thriller, writes S Saraswathi.

Daily wager's son Natarajan: From tennis ball to IPL big bucks

Daily wager's son Natarajan: From tennis ball to IPL big bucks

Rediff.com20 Feb 2017

The little known Thangarasu Natarajan's life changed in a matter of few minutes as Rs 10 lakh base price saw a quantum 30-time jump reaching Rs 3 crore.

Netflix Next Gen: Change is coming

Netflix Next Gen: Change is coming

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

First phase of online video's growth is over. Netflix, Amazon developing new content ecosystem.

Jayalalithaa convicted, sentenced to 4 yrs in Jail; 100 cr fine

Jayalalithaa convicted, sentenced to 4 yrs in Jail; 100 cr fine

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa was on Saturday convicted and sentenced to four years jail in an 18-year-old corruption case in a judgment that will unseat her from the post, disqualified her immediately as an MLA and can impact the Assembly elections due in 18 months.

Stalin goes with experience, expertise

Stalin goes with experience, expertise

Rediff.com8 May 2021

Stalin has given due respect to seniority in the pecking order, but has also taken into consideration the demands of individual ministries and the suitability of individuals, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

How talent management firms make stars

How talent management firms make stars

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

A clutch of professional talent management firms is changing the balance of demand and supply in India's entertainment industry, writes Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Ranji round-up: Mumbai eye victory vs Punjab, Delhi struggle

Ranji round-up: Mumbai eye victory vs Punjab, Delhi struggle

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Chasing a tough victory target of 399, Punjab were tottering at 108 for four at stumps on the third day with Test discard Yuvraj Singh unbeaten on 19 in company of Uday Kaul, who is yet to open his account.