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Delhi basement horror: Why was SUV driver arrested?

Delhi basement horror: Why was SUV driver arrested?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The police identified the driver and the vehicle through the CCTV footage of the area.

Govt sets up panel to probe coaching centre deaths, kin awarded Rs 10 lakh

Govt sets up panel to probe coaching centre deaths, kin awarded Rs 10 lakh

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

While Lok Sabha members across party lines demanded an inquiry, hundreds of students continued their protests near Rau's IAS Study Circle in the west Delhi locality where the horror unfolded Saturday night, killing the three students trapped in the basement illegally used as a library as floodwaters rose outside.

Swaraj meets Biden, Modi visa issue not discussed

Swaraj meets Biden, Modi visa issue not discussed

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Bharatiya Janata party leader Sushma Swaraj on Tuesday met visiting United States Vice President Joe Biden and raised the issue of visa to skilled workers but refrained from discussing the lifting of ban on American visa to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi.

About 10,000 Indians stranded in Saudi to be evacuated: Swaraj

About 10,000 Indians stranded in Saudi to be evacuated: Swaraj

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Her deputy V K Singh is leaving for Saudi Arabia to oversee the evacuation process, she said in a statement in both Houses of Parliament.

BJP list: 33 sitting MPs dropped; Mandaviya fielded from Porbandar

BJP list: 33 sitting MPs dropped; Mandaviya fielded from Porbandar

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

It dropped sitting MP from Guna, Krishnapal Singh Yadav, to field Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia from the seat.

Volunteers of Swaraj Abhiyan, police clash at Jantar Mantar

Volunteers of Swaraj Abhiyan, police clash at Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

A clash broke out when the police tried to disperse volunteers of Yogendra Yadav led Swaraj Abhiyan at Jantar Mantar, leaving nine persons, including three policemen injured.

'Modigate' row deepens, Congress guns for Raje and Swaraj's sacking

'Modigate' row deepens, Congress guns for Raje and Swaraj's sacking

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram on Tuesday said letters written to British authorities on Lalit Modi case during UPA rule should be released as they will answer the former IPL Commissioner's accusations against him and Congress.

Fate of India and Gulf nations intertwined: Swaraj

Fate of India and Gulf nations intertwined: Swaraj

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

Amid escalation in violence in a number of Gulf countries, India on Thursday expressed deep concern over the rise of fanaticism, extremism and terrorism in parts of the Arab region, saying they are tearing apart the fabric of societies as well as affecting regional stability.

'Anti-Modi' Advani, Swaraj, RSS chief meet over dinner

'Anti-Modi' Advani, Swaraj, RSS chief meet over dinner

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

Senior BJP leaders L K Advani and Sushma Swaraj, who are said to be opposed to the declaration of Narendra Modi as the prime ministerial candidate in the next elections, held a dinner meeting with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday to discuss the issue.

External Affairs Minister Swaraj in Lanka ahead of Modi visit

External Affairs Minister Swaraj in Lanka ahead of Modi visit

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj arrived in Colombo on Friday on a two-day trip to set the stage for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Sri Lanka next week, the first bilateral visit to the country by an Indian premier in over 25 years.

Swaraj apprises PM of discussions with SL leadership

Swaraj apprises PM of discussions with SL leadership

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj has apprised Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of discussions with Sri Lankan leadership during the visit of a MPs' delegation led by her to look into the resettlement and rehabilitation process of displaced Tamils there.

Swaraj writes to Aziz; rejects Pak allegations

Swaraj writes to Aziz; rejects Pak allegations

Rediff.com3 Jan 2015

Reacting sharply, India on Saturday dismissed Pakistan's allegation of 'breach of trust' over the killing of Pakistan Rangers and asked it to adhere to the mechanisms that have been evolved to ensure peace and tranquility on the International Border and Line of Control.

Swaraj to take up death of Indian students, bizman on Russia trip

Swaraj to take up death of Indian students, bizman on Russia trip

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

Swaraj on Saturday left for a two-nation three-day visit to Iran and Russia.

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.

Modi brainstorms over 'Viksit Bharat 2047' in last meet with ministers

Modi brainstorms over 'Viksit Bharat 2047' in last meet with ministers

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Sources said a 100-day agenda for immediate steps to be taken after a new government is formed in May was deliberated upon during the meeting for its quick implementation.

Swaraj takes over as Lok Sabha's Leader of Oppn

Swaraj takes over as Lok Sabha's Leader of Oppn

Rediff.com23 Feb 2010

Sushma Swaraj on Tuesday formally took over as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, occupying the seat hitherto held by senior BJP leader L K Advani.

Mid-term Lok Sabha polls possible: Sushma Swaraj

Mid-term Lok Sabha polls possible: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com24 Mar 2012

Claiming that the government at the Centre is actually in a minority, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sushma Swaraj on Saturday said mid-term general elections are a possibility for which her party is fully geared up for. "The politics of the country is changing every day and in view of the present situation, there is a possibility of mid-term Lok Sabha polls," said Swaraj, who was in Dewas to take part in the District Vigilance and Monitoring Committee's meeting.

Sumitomo buys 15% stake in Swaraj Mazda

Sumitomo buys 15% stake in Swaraj Mazda

Rediff.com19 Aug 2005

Sumitomo Corporation has acquired 15.62 per cent stake in Swaraj Mazda held by its foreign partner Mazda Motor Corporation.

Irony that Kejriwal who was part of anti-graft movement...: Hazare

Irony that Kejriwal who was part of anti-graft movement...: Hazare

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Hazare in a statement accused Kejriwal of betraying the trust of crores of countrymen and rued that political ambitions destroyed the 2011 anti-corruption movement.

Bodies of those killed in Iraq to be brought home by next week: Swaraj assures kin

Bodies of those killed in Iraq to be brought home by next week: Swaraj assures kin

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

"The minister told us that she would meet the CMs of the four states from where the Indians belonged to take a decision on possibility of providing a government job to the next of kin."

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.

Swaraj seeks report after foreigners attacked in Pushkar

Swaraj seeks report after foreigners attacked in Pushkar

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

The MEA has also asked the Rajasthan government to provide all assistance to the foreign tourists.

Swaraj hold talks with Bangladesh counterpart; meets Hasina

Swaraj hold talks with Bangladesh counterpart; meets Hasina

Rediff.com26 Jun 2014

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Thursday called on Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and discussed key bilateral issues.

In Nepal, Swaraj pitches for the '3 Cs'

In Nepal, Swaraj pitches for the '3 Cs'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2014

Sushma Swaraj urged the SAARC nations to focus on culture, commerce and connectivity.

Sitharaman to ensure 'Ease of Living' during Modi 3.0

Sitharaman to ensure 'Ease of Living' during Modi 3.0

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday assumed charge as the Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister for the second consecutive term and is slated to soon present the final Budget for FY '25 that is going to set the tone for the Modi 3.0 government's priorities and direction for Viksit Bharat. Upon her reaching the North Block office, Sitharaman was greeted by Finance Secretary T V Somanathan and other top officials. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary was also present. Chaudhary assumed charge on Tuesday evening.

Opposition drowns out Sushma Swaraj's statement on Pakistan visit

Opposition drowns out Sushma Swaraj's statement on Pakistan visit

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

The external affairs minister said PM Modi had discussed with his Pakistani counterpart of re-engaging with each other."

Uma in high spirits, says Swaraj

Uma in high spirits, says Swaraj

Rediff.com28 Aug 2004

Uma in high spirits, says Swaraj

Aziz meets PM Modi, sends bouquet to Swaraj

Aziz meets PM Modi, sends bouquet to Swaraj

Rediff.com4 Dec 2016

Aziz also attended a dinner where he exchanged pleasantries with PM Modi.

Lalit Modi wanted Swaraj's husband on his board, withdrew later

Lalit Modi wanted Swaraj's husband on his board, withdrew later

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

The company on Wednesday said the offer was withdrawn before it could be considered by its board.

Ailing PoK resident to get visa, no letter from Aziz needed: Sushma Swaraj

Ailing PoK resident to get visa, no letter from Aziz needed: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Osama Ali, a 24-year old resident of Rawalkot in PoK, has been diagnosed with a tumour in his liver and wants to seek treatment in Delhi. "PoK is an integral part of India. Pakistan has illegally occupied it. We are giving him visa. No letter required," Swaraj tweeted.

Swaraj identifies three pillars for deeper ties with Egypt

Swaraj identifies three pillars for deeper ties with Egypt

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, who held extensive talks with Egyptian leadership on Monday, proposed to step up exchange of information and coordination to combat terrorism, both at the regional as well as global level

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.

UNSC reform most urgent and pressing need: Swaraj

UNSC reform most urgent and pressing need: Swaraj

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

India on Thursday said that the United Nations Security Council reform is the "most urgent and pressing need" and called for inclusion of more developing nations in the decision making structures of the powerful world body.

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.

Advani cheers up Swaraj after Gadkari's CVC dig

Advani cheers up Swaraj after Gadkari's CVC dig

Rediff.com11 Mar 2011

Upset over Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari ticking her off at a his press conference in New Delhi on Wednesday, a sulking Lok Sabha Opposition leader Sushma Swaraj tried to lodge her protest by skipping a meeting of the Central Election Committee held on Thursday to decide candidates for the upcoming assembly elections.

Chinese foreign minister meets PM Modi, Swaraj; discuss NSG, Masood Azhar

Chinese foreign minister meets PM Modi, Swaraj; discuss NSG, Masood Azhar

Rediff.com13 Aug 2016

Wang and Swaraj also discussed issues relating to annual BRICS summit which will be hosted by India in Goa in October.

Wasn't spying on Swaraj, reacts Vadodara BJP MP

Wasn't spying on Swaraj, reacts Vadodara BJP MP

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Vadodara Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Balu Shukla has written a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar denying the reported news that he was caught spying in the office of his party's senior leader Sushma Swaraj.

Pakistan has not declined NIA team's visit to probe Pathankot attack: Swaraj

Pakistan has not declined NIA team's visit to probe Pathankot attack: Swaraj

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj also said the "warmth and ease" in relationship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif can help resolve complex issues between the two neighbours.

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.

'Swaraj's help to Lalit Modi a clear case of quid-pro-quo'

'Swaraj's help to Lalit Modi a clear case of quid-pro-quo'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Opposition parties on Monday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to explain on the issue of the help provided by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj to scam-tainted former IPL chief Lalit Modi and also sought her resignation in the matter.