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India has developed HIV vaccine: Sushma Swaraj

India has developed HIV vaccine: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com26 Jul 2003

The Union health minister said the vaccine's clinical trials were on.

What Sushma Swaraj told the world

What Sushma Swaraj told the world

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

'Pakistan persists in the belief that such attacks will enable it to obtain the territory it covets. Their plans will not succeed.'

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Double Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Double Murder Case

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Asad Siddiqui, the main accused in the double murder of a man and his son in Delhi's CR Park area. The victims, Rakesh Sood and Karan Sood, were stabbed to death, while a third person was injured. The incident stemmed from a long-standing dispute, and the police are continuing their investigation.

Why BJP is very upset with Sushma Swaraj

Why BJP is very upset with Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

BJP sources said their party has consistently maintained that while it is committed to the formation of a separate state of Telangana, it also wanted the concerns of the Seema-Andhra region to be adequately addressed. Oddly enough, Sushma Swaraj did not press this issue in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Anita Katyal reports.

Women's Bill: Sushma Swaraj for 2nd resolution

Women's Bill: Sushma Swaraj for 2nd resolution

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

Senior leader of Bhartiya Janata Party Sushma Swaraj said that her party was in favour of adopting the second resolution on women's reservation bill, which neither requires any constitutional amendment and also does not warrant reservation for women of any particular constituency.

Sushma Swaraj helps distressed woman, daughter living in refugee camp

Sushma Swaraj helps distressed woman, daughter living in refugee camp

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Gurpreet alleged that she and her seven-year-old daughter had been kept in a refugee camp in Germany by her husband's family.

Sushma Swaraj demands all-party meet over FDI

Sushma Swaraj demands all-party meet over FDI

Rediff.com5 Dec 2011

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj on Monday demanded that the United Progressive Alliance government convene an all-party meeting over the issue of Foreign Direct Investment in retail before making any statement on it in the Parliament.

Wish you were our PM: Pak woman to Sushma Swaraj

Wish you were our PM: Pak woman to Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

Swaraj directed the Indian HC in Islamabad to issue a visa to her for medical treatment.

Sushma Swaraj on how to be a popular MLA

Sushma Swaraj on how to be a popular MLA

Rediff.com19 May 2012

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj on Saturday gave 'gurumantra' on how to become a popular legislator to newly elected Members of Legislative Assembly of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly. "The biggest wish of every MLA is how to become the most popular legislator and there are four important dimensions which, if followed, can make you popular," Sushma said during an orientation programme of first-time MLAs.

PIX: Sushma Swaraj, Advani attend Ahana Deol's wedding reception

PIX: Sushma Swaraj, Advani attend Ahana Deol's wedding reception

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

PIX: Ahana Deol's wedding reception in New Delhi.

I'm ready for debate in Parliament: Sushma Swaraj on Lalitgate

I'm ready for debate in Parliament: Sushma Swaraj on Lalitgate

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

A combative External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Tuesday said she was ready for a debate in Parliament over Congress allegations about her links with controversial former Indian Premier League chief Lalit Modi.

Sushma Swaraj's ministry declines RTI on Lalit Modi

Sushma Swaraj's ministry declines RTI on Lalit Modi

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

At a time when Sushma Swaraj is under fierce opposition attack for "helping" Lalit Modi obtain United Kingdom travel documents, her external affairs ministry has refused to provide any information about the passport issue involving the scandal-tainted former Indian Premier League boss.

Sushma Swaraj discharged from AIIMS post kidney transplant surgery

Sushma Swaraj discharged from AIIMS post kidney transplant surgery

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Doctors decided to discharge her after all her latest biochemical tests were found normal including kidney function.

Sushma Swaraj may find going tough in Bhopal

Sushma Swaraj may find going tough in Bhopal

Rediff.com11 Feb 2009

Bharatiya Janata Party's decision to field Sushma Swaraj from Bhopal in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections not gone down well with party workers and leaders in Madhya Pradesh.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Double Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Double Murder Case

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Asad Siddiqui, the main suspect in the double murder of an elderly man and his son in the Alaknanda area. The victims, Rakesh Sood and Karan Sood, were stabbed to death following a financial dispute. A third person, Rahul, was injured in the attack.

Reddy brothers in New Delhi, call on Sushma Swaraj

Reddy brothers in New Delhi, call on Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com18 Jul 2010

Karnataka ministers G Janardhan Reddy and G Karuanakar Reddy, under pressure over allegations of illegal mining, today paid an unscheduled visit to New Delhi and met senior BJP leader Sushma Swaraj and Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa, after which they dismissed all the charges against them.

Raj Kiran finds a well-wisher in Sushma Swaraj

Raj Kiran finds a well-wisher in Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

The actor has been traced to a mental asylum in the US.

What Sushma Swaraj said at her last UNGA address

What Sushma Swaraj said at her last UNGA address

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Sushma Swaraj passed away into the ages on Tuesday night after suffering a massive cardiac arrest. Paying tribute to her, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said she was a prolific orator and outstanding Parliamentarian. As we mourn her loss, here's a look at the most memorable quotes from her address at the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2018.

Bill on defectors in winter session: Sushma Swaraj

Bill on defectors in winter session: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com11 Dec 2003

It plans to introduce an amendment to the Anti-defection Law in the winter session of Parliament.

Sushma Swaraj trolled over inter-faith couple's passport row

Sushma Swaraj trolled over inter-faith couple's passport row

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

However, the minister took it on the chin and retweeted some of the tweets that were even abusive and communal in nature.

Sushma Swaraj to head BJP committee for LS poll

Sushma Swaraj to head BJP committee for LS poll

Rediff.com8 Jan 2008

The committee will hold talks with various political parties to broad base the National Democratic Alliance by talking to the political parties that are willing to share the platform.

WHO says India is SARS-free: Sushma Swaraj

WHO says India is SARS-free: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com1 May 2003

Although 20 persons have tested positive for the SARS virus, none of them have fallen in the WHO definition of the killer disease, she said.

Why has the BJP left Sushma Swaraj to fend for herself?

Why has the BJP left Sushma Swaraj to fend for herself?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

'For the Hindutva lobby, there is cause for worry.'
'No more than 43 per cent of the people who were asked by Sushma Swaraj to say whom they supported stood by the trolls.' 'As many as 57 per cent do not approve of the minister's traducers,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Delhi Community Mourns Father And Son Killed In Stabbing

Delhi Community Mourns Father And Son Killed In Stabbing

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A 62-year-old man and his 27-year-old son were fatally stabbed in their Delhi apartment, leaving the community in shock. Police have arrested a suspect, and a financial dispute is suspected as the motive.

Sushma Swaraj not to contest 2019 Lok Sabha poll

Sushma Swaraj not to contest 2019 Lok Sabha poll

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

She won't contest next Lok Sabha poll due to health reasons.

Here's why badminton players need Sushma Swaraj's help

Here's why badminton players need Sushma Swaraj's help

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Top shuttlers, including Parupalli Kashyap and H S Prannoy, are waiting for their passports to fly out of the country.

Pakistan spoiled talks by talking to Hurriyat: Sushma Swaraj

Pakistan spoiled talks by talking to Hurriyat: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Friday said Pakistan "spoiled the talks" by talking to Hurriyat leaders just ahead of foreign secretaries of the two nations were scheduled to meet in Islamabad last month.

Sushma Swaraj in Iran with an aim to boost ties

Sushma Swaraj in Iran with an aim to boost ties

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

India has been eyeing deeper energy ties with Iran and has already lined up $20 billion as investment in oil and gas as well as in petrochemical and fertiliser sectors there.

Rohith Vemula wasn't Dalit, says Sushma Swaraj

Rohith Vemula wasn't Dalit, says Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

BJP leader Kailash Vijaywargiya said Rohith did not commit suicide due to expulsion from hostel.

Evacuation of Indians from Yemen not possible now: Sushma Swaraj

Evacuation of Indians from Yemen not possible now: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

The 16-month civil war has killed more than 6,500 people and displaced more than 2.5 million people.

Sushma Swaraj to inaugurate Nalanda University on September 19

Sushma Swaraj to inaugurate Nalanda University on September 19

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will be visiting the NalandaUniversity on September 19 when it will be formally inaugurated.

BJP defies Sushma Swaraj, fields Sreeramalu from Bellary

BJP defies Sushma Swaraj, fields Sreeramalu from Bellary

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

After public opposition by senior leader Sushma Swaraj, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday decided against merging the BSR Congress with it but approved the nomination of party leader B Sreeramalu for the Bellary Lok Sabha seat.

Sushma Swaraj leaves for New York for Yoga Day event at UN

Sushma Swaraj leaves for New York for Yoga Day event at UN

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Saturday left for New York where she is going to participate in the International Yoga Day event being organised by the Indian Mission at the United Nations.

Sushma Swaraj wants to develop 'Little Singapore' in India

Sushma Swaraj wants to develop 'Little Singapore' in India

Rediff.com16 Aug 2014

The neighbour to help in development of 100 smart cities project announced in the Budget.

Sushma Swaraj assures Mauritius on bilateral tax treaty

Sushma Swaraj assures Mauritius on bilateral tax treaty

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

India told Mauritius that it will not take any decisions that will "adversely impact" bilateral relations while reassuring the country that amendments to the bilateral tax treaty would be made only after considering the legitimate interests of both sides.

Ahead of foreign secretary-level talks, Sushma Swaraj meets Rajnath

Ahead of foreign secretary-level talks, Sushma Swaraj meets Rajnath

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

According to official sources, the 20-minute one-on-one meeting was held on a request of Swaraj. However, offices of both Singh and Swaraj did not comment on the issues discussed between the two.

Sushma Swaraj to address UNGA on Monday; strong response to Pakistan expected

Sushma Swaraj to address UNGA on Monday; strong response to Pakistan expected

Rediff.com25 Sep 2016

Swaraj is expected to give a stinging response to Sharif's UN General Assembly speech, in which he had focused elaborately on Kashmir.

L'affaire Sushma Swaraj marks end of Modi Sarkar's honeymoon

L'affaire Sushma Swaraj marks end of Modi Sarkar's honeymoon

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Right now, in Modi's Cabinet and in the BJP, there is no challenge whatsoever to Modi's leadership but even those leaders who have some potential, who the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh can think of backing in an unforeseen circumstance, are fast turning into damaged goods, reports Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com.

Unwell Sushma Swaraj won't attend Heart of Asia Conference in Amritsar

Unwell Sushma Swaraj won't attend Heart of Asia Conference in Amritsar

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Asked whether Swaraj will attend the conference, he said, "The external affairs minister will not be able to attend." Swaraj is undergoing treatment for kidney failure.

39 Indians missing in Iraq killed: Sushma Swaraj

39 Indians missing in Iraq killed: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

The external affairs minister said that the dreaded terror outfit Islamic State had killed all the Indian nationals.