News for 'Surat'

India Feels The Heat

India Feels The Heat

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Scenes from a hot summer day.

Sena MLA 'escapes' from rebel camp, says, 'I am with Uddhav'

Sena MLA 'escapes' from rebel camp, says, 'I am with Uddhav'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Deshmukh claimed that some people had forcibly admitted him to a hospital in Surat.

Four more MLAs join Shiv Sena rebels' ranks in Guwahati

Four more MLAs join Shiv Sena rebels' ranks in Guwahati

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Another chartered plane with four MLAs from Maharashtra arrived in Guwahati on Wednesday to join the rebel Shiv Sena legislators who reached the city earlier in the day, sources said.

Phase 3: Over 63% polling amid clashes in Bengal

Phase 3: Over 63% polling amid clashes in Bengal

Rediff.com7 May 2024

A voter turnout of 60.19 per cent was recorded till 5 pm in the third phase of Lok Sabha elections in 93 constituencies spread over 11 states and Union Territories on Tuesday with sporadic incidents of violence in West Bengal.

Rahul moves SC against Guj HC's refusal to stay conviction

Rahul moves SC against Guj HC's refusal to stay conviction

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

In a setback to 53-year-old Gandhi, the high court on July 7 dismissed Gandhi's plea for a stay on his conviction, observing that "purity in politics" is the need of the hour.

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'It's dull because this time the election is spread over such a long period.'

IBM picks Surat, Allahabad, Vizag for smart cities project

IBM picks Surat, Allahabad, Vizag for smart cities project

Rediff.com12 May 2015

IBM has chosen Surat, Allahabad and Vizag among 16 global locations for its smart cities programme.

CJM who convicted Rahul among 68 whose promotion is challenged in SC

CJM who convicted Rahul among 68 whose promotion is challenged in SC

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on May 8 a plea challenging the promotion of 68 Gujarat lower judicial officers, including Surat Chief Judicial Magistrate Harish Hasmukhbhai Varma who had convicted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case, on the ground of allegedly disregarding the 'merit-cum-seniority principle'.

Rahul visits Parliament for 1st time after disqualification

Rahul visits Parliament for 1st time after disqualification

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Gandhi spent around 20 minutes at the party office and met Shiv Sena - Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray MP Sanjay Raut and others.

Phase 1 of mega Gujarat battle tomorrow; Rivaba Jadeja, AAP chief in fray

Phase 1 of mega Gujarat battle tomorrow; Rivaba Jadeja, AAP chief in fray

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Voting will be held on Thursday for the first phase of Gujarat Assembly elections in 89 seats spread across 19 districts in Saurashtra-Kutch and southern parts of the state where 788 candidates are in the fray.

EC orders action 'as warranted' into AAP candidate's 'kidnapping' in Gujarat

EC orders action 'as warranted' into AAP candidate's 'kidnapping' in Gujarat

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

The Election Commission on Wednesday asked the Gujarat chief electoral officer to inquire and take action "as warranted" after the Aam Aadmi Party alleged that its Surat (East) candidate was abducted and coerced by the Bharatiya Janata Party to withdraw from the poll fray.

27 killed in lightning strikes as rain batters Gujarat

27 killed in lightning strikes as rain batters Gujarat

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The rains were being caused due to a cyclonic circulation lying over north east Arabian sea and adjoining Saurashtra and Kutch regions, the IMD said in its bulletin.

Gujarat's youths, women support AAP, will win more than 92 seats: Kejriwal

Gujarat's youths, women support AAP, will win more than 92 seats: Kejriwal

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

He said the people of Gujarat do not love him, state AAP president Gopal Italia or chief ministerial face Isudan Gadhvi but extending support because they feel AAP can resolve their issues

Will You Do This Immediately After Your Wedding?

Will You Do This Immediately After Your Wedding?

Rediff.com27 May 2023

This is what Krishna Rajput did.

RPF constable shoots dead ASI, 3 passengers on Jaipur-Mumbai train

RPF constable shoots dead ASI, 3 passengers on Jaipur-Mumbai train

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The constable fired from his automatic weapon, killing an RPF Assistant Sub Inspector and three other passengers of the Jaipur-Mumbai Central Express shortly after 5 am, the official said.

Sena MLAs recount tales of forcible hospitalisation, escape on foot

Sena MLAs recount tales of forcible hospitalisation, escape on foot

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Shiv Sena legislator Nitin Deshmukh, who had accompanied party rebel Eknath Shinde to Surat, on Wednesday claimed that some people had forcibly admitted him to a hospital there and he was administered injections though he never suffered a heart attack.

Rahul Gandhi changes Twitter profile to 'Dis'Qualified MP'

Rahul Gandhi changes Twitter profile to 'Dis'Qualified MP'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Rahul Gandhi, on Friday, was disqualified as a member of the Lok Sabha, a day after a Surat court sentenced him to two years imprisonment in a defamation case filed against him over his 'Modi surname' remark.

Rahul granted permanent exemption in defamation case

Rahul granted permanent exemption in defamation case

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

RSS worker Rajesh Kunte had in 2014 filed a private complaint before the Bhiwandi magistrate's court after watching Gandhi's speech where he allegedly accused the RSS of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination. Kunte claimed this statement slandered the reputation of the RSS.

Rahul disqualification an 'own goal' by BJP: Tharoor

Rahul disqualification an 'own goal' by BJP: Tharoor

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

Tharoor also raised questions regarding the judgment of the Surat court, which convicted and sentenced Gandhi.

Rahul disqualified: Plea in SC against 'automatic disqualification' of lawmakers

Rahul disqualified: Plea in SC against 'automatic disqualification' of lawmakers

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

The plea said the grounds for disqualification ought to be specific with the nature of offences as specified under the CrPC and not in a "blanket form", as is currently in force according to section 8(3) of the 1951 Act.

'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'

'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'

Rediff.com20 May 2024

'Why should we disclose classified information to satisfy those who doubt our Hydrogen Bomb capability?'

Ranji Trophy: Pujara fails but Saurashtra poised for win; UP in command

Ranji Trophy: Pujara fails but Saurashtra poised for win; UP in command

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

With more than a 100 runs still to get, it would be an uphill task for Maharashtra to turn the match around on Day 3.

Major News Events From 2023

Major News Events From 2023

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

As the year 2023 comes to an end, a look at some newsy events that shaped the world in the first half of the year.

Free electricity figures in Kejriwal's Gujarat poll promises too

Free electricity figures in Kejriwal's Gujarat poll promises too

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

Aam Aadmi Party's national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday promised that his party will provide free electricity up to 300 units per month if voted to power in Gujarat where polls are due this year.

Cricket fever hits theatres: 70 per cent tickets sold

Cricket fever hits theatres: 70 per cent tickets sold

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Cinema owners elated with 'extraordinary' advance booking match screenings

Food, grocery delivery firms hit records on New Year eve

Food, grocery delivery firms hit records on New Year eve

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Several food and grocery delivery firms witnessed their highest ever single-day orders on New Year eve, December 31. Zomato achieved a record-breaking number of orders on its app. The company carried out nearly as many orders on December 31 as the total for the equivalent day in the period from 2015 to 2020.

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams second ton of season; Shaw hammers century on comeback

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams second ton of season; Shaw hammers century on comeback

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara slammed his second hundred of the ongoing Ranji Trophy season, guiding Saurashtra to a comfortable 242 for four against Rajasthan on the opening day of their Group A match, in Jaipur on Friday.

Major security breach as Gujarat duo forge Aadhaar, PAN, voter IDs

Major security breach as Gujarat duo forge Aadhaar, PAN, voter IDs

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

Two persons were arrested in Surat in Gujarat for allegedly forging documents like Aadhaar and PAN cards as well as voter IDs using a website, in the process posing a serious threat to national security, a police official said on Monday.

Coming Soon! The Bullet Train!

Coming Soon! The Bullet Train!

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

With land acquisition completed and infrastructure work streamlined, India's bullet train dreams are slowly, but finally, inching closer to reality.

What Eknath Shinde told Uddhav during phone call

What Eknath Shinde told Uddhav during phone call

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Shinde had urged Uddhav Thackeray to renew the party's alliance with the BJP.

Maharashtra deputy speaker backs Uddhav man as Sena leader in House

Maharashtra deputy speaker backs Uddhav man as Sena leader in House

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

Maharashtra legislative assembly's Deputy Speaker Narhari Zirwal on Thursday said he has approved the appointment of Ajay Choudhary as the Shiv Sena's group leader in the House, replacing rebel legislator Eknath Shinde.

Taapsee's Staircase Mantra

Taapsee's Staircase Mantra

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

Vijay is in Dubai... Rahman performs for Guwahati...Kunal goes cycling...

New Star On The Rise In BJP

New Star On The Rise In BJP

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

When a former police constable was appointed Gujarat unit chief, everyone was surprised. Now workers are laying bets on when he will be elevated to the Union Cabinet, notes Aditi Phadnis.

'My order should be out by 5 pm on Wednesday'

'My order should be out by 5 pm on Wednesday'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'You can wake up a person who is sleeping, but how do you wake up a person who's pretending to sleep.'

Rebel Shiv Sena MLAs being taken to Assam in special flight: Sources

Rebel Shiv Sena MLAs being taken to Assam in special flight: Sources

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Around 15 MLAs, who were lodged in a hotel in Gujarat's Surat, are being taken to Assam in a special flight.

Rahul starts vacating official bungalow, shifts belonging to mother's house

Rahul starts vacating official bungalow, shifts belonging to mother's house

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

While Rahul Gandhi has seen a number of houses, he may also opt to stay with his mother and Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi.

Rahul to visit Wayanad on Tuesday, 1st time after disqualification

Rahul to visit Wayanad on Tuesday, 1st time after disqualification

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

During his visit, Rahul will address a public rally and hold a roadshow in Wayanad.

Ranji Trophy: Jadeja powers Saurashtra to big win

Ranji Trophy: Jadeja powers Saurashtra to big win

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Dharmendrasinh Jadeja took 7/32 as Saurashtra thrashed Rajasthan by 218 runs.

Rahul Gandhi verdict bizarre: Kapil Sibal

Rahul Gandhi verdict bizarre: Kapil Sibal

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Several Opposition leaders have rallied behind Gandhi and hit out at the government and accused the BJP of targeting political opponents.

No fine for traffic violations in Gujarat during Diwali

No fine for traffic violations in Gujarat during Diwali

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

The Gujarat government has announced that people will not be fined for violation of traffic rules during the Diwali festival this year.