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No SC stay on new law excluding CJI from CEC, EC appointments

No SC stay on new law excluding CJI from CEC, EC appointments

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

A bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta issued notice to the Centre on a plea filed by an NGO, Association for Democratic Reforms, and listed the matter along with other pending petitions on the issue for hearing in April.

Soren pleads with SC to declare his arrest as illegal

Soren pleads with SC to declare his arrest as illegal

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader Hemant Soren, who had to step down as Jharkhand chief minister in the face of his imminent arrest, on Thursday accused the Enforcement Directorate of arresting him as part of a 'well-orchestrated conspiracy' by the Centre ahead of the Lok Sabha elections due months from now.

If Nitish is made INDIA convenor...: Tejashwi

If Nitish is made INDIA convenor...: Tejashwi

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was an experienced leader and it would be great if a proposal came to make him the convenor of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), his deputy Tejashwi Yadav said on Wednesday.

Droupadi Murmu files nomination, accompanied by PM, BJP top brass, allies

Droupadi Murmu files nomination, accompanied by PM, BJP top brass, allies

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

The BJP-led NDA's nominee Droupadi Murmu on Friday filed her nomination papers for the July 18 presidential election, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi handing over the set of papers to Returning Officer P C Mody.

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

Rediff.com12 May 2024

According to insiders, their lack of enthusiasm is showing on the ground. There is nothing to suggest that their enthusiasm will return in the final four phases of polling, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Soul of Vallabhbhai Patel will be content, says solicitor general

Soul of Vallabhbhai Patel will be content, says solicitor general

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, the Centre's key counsel in defending the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution, said on Monday the Supreme Court verdict upholding the government's August 5, 2019, decision will go down in history as the one that corrected a "Himalayan constitutional blunder" of gigantic proportions.

YS Sharmila joins Cong, says it was YSR's dream to see Rahul as PM

YS Sharmila joins Cong, says it was YSR's dream to see Rahul as PM

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Sharmila said it was her father's dream to see Rahul Gandhi as prime minister and she would be happy to contribute to it.

Canadian ministers denounce anti-Hindu video, but...

Canadian ministers denounce anti-Hindu video, but...

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Days after an offensive video from a pro-Khalistan group threatening Hindus in Canada to leave the country went viral, top federal public safety officials and politicians have denounced the 'online hate video' and asserted that Hindus are 'safe and welcome'.

BJP tops with Rs 1917-cr income in FY22, TMC second at Rs 546 cr: Report

BJP tops with Rs 1917-cr income in FY22, TMC second at Rs 546 cr: Report

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

The BJP declared a total income of Rs 1917.12 crore during 2021-22 and spent Rs 854.467 crore or 44.57 per cent of it.

'Pran jaye par...': Mehbooba invokes Lord Ram over Art 370

'Pran jaye par...': Mehbooba invokes Lord Ram over Art 370

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

In Hindu mythology, the 'Raghu clan', to which Lord Ram belonged, believed in the principle that you must never break your promise even if you have to lose your life keeping it.

Eric Garcetti another step closer to becoming envoy to India

Eric Garcetti another step closer to becoming envoy to India

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

President Joe Biden's close aide Eric Garcetti is set to be confirmed as US ambassador to India after the Senate on Wednesday voted on the cloture motion limiting debate on his nomination, reflecting that the ruling Democratic Party has enough votes for his selection for the top post.

BJP sweeps Chandigarh mayoral polls; INDIA bloc moves HC alleging foul play

BJP sweeps Chandigarh mayoral polls; INDIA bloc moves HC alleging foul play

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Manoj Sonkar on Tuesday defeated Aam Aadmi Party's Kuldeep Kumar to win the post of mayor in the Chandigarh mayoral polls.

Wayanad May Not Be A Breeze For Rahul

Wayanad May Not Be A Breeze For Rahul

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Wayanad will continue to support Rahul but not to the same extent as in 2019, when his margin of victory had been enormous. Articulate, to the point and speaking in fluent Malayalam, CPI's Annie Raja, had the people who gathered to see her, listening in rapt attention, notes Shyam G Menon.

How Modi govt brought economy back on track: White Paper

How Modi govt brought economy back on track: White Paper

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

The 54-page document tabled in Parliament detailed how the Modi-government pull the economy from being counted among the most fragile-five in the world to being the fasted growing and the most attractive investment destination.

HC rejects Lakshadweep MP's plea to suspend conviction

HC rejects Lakshadweep MP's plea to suspend conviction

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

While declining to suspend the Lakshadweep MP's conviction, the high court suspended the 10-year sentence given to Faizal and three others in the case.

SC flips result in 'rigged' Chandigarh mayoral poll; declares AAP winner

SC flips result in 'rigged' Chandigarh mayoral poll; declares AAP winner

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

It also ordered prosecution of the returning officer for the poll, Anil Masih, a BJP leader, for his 'misdemeanour', after finding serious faults in the conduct of the January 30 election.

US set to bail out auto majors

US set to bail out auto majors

Rediff.com10 Dec 2008

American auto industry's Big Three appear close to securing a bailout, with Wall Street Journal reporting that the White House and top Democrats have agreed in-principle for a $15 billion rescue plan -- less than half the amount sought by GM, Ford and Chrysler.

Bajrang returns Padma Shri; attempt to meet PM thwarted by police

Bajrang returns Padma Shri; attempt to meet PM thwarted by police

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

'It is Bajrang Punia's personal decision to return the Padma Shri. The WFI polls were held in fair and democratic manner. We will still try to persuade Bajrang to reverse his decision to return Padma Shri.'

'Nitish Won't Dump INDIA'

'Nitish Won't Dump INDIA'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

'Reports of the JD-U joining hands with the BJP again is baseless.'

Opposition puts up united front at INDIA's Delhi show of strength

Opposition puts up united front at INDIA's Delhi show of strength

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The Congress said the rally by the INDIA will send a "strong message" to the Lok Kalyan Marg, where the prime minister's residence is located, that the BJP-led government's "time is up".

Ballot is more potent than most powerful gun: SC

Ballot is more potent than most powerful gun: SC

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

A five-judge Constitution bench headed by Justice KM Joseph said the concepts of liberty, equality and fraternity must not be "strange bedfellows" to the ruling class.

New CWC to discuss Bharat Jodo Yatra 2.0 in 1st meeting

New CWC to discuss Bharat Jodo Yatra 2.0 in 1st meeting

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

The first meeting of the reconstituted Congress Working Committee under Mallikarjun Kharge's presidency will be held in Hyderabad on Saturday during which the party's top brass will deliberate on evolving a strategy for upcoming assembly polls in five states and the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

Differences with Modi govt or BJP ticket?: Oppn on Goel resignation

Differences with Modi govt or BJP ticket?: Oppn on Goel resignation

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Taking potshots at the Bharatiya Janata Party, some opposition leaders also wondered if Goel resigned to contest the Lok Sabha polls on its ticket like former Calcutta high court judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay.

Democrat win won't change dynamics of N deal: US

Democrat win won't change dynamics of N deal: US

Rediff.com10 Nov 2006

"We welcome the decision of both governments to hold talks directly. The Foreign Secretary-level talks are a very good thing. It shows that both are interested in dealing with issues directly," Boucher said.

BJP's assets jump 21% to Rs 6,046 cr, Cong's 16% to Rs 805 cr in FY22: Report

BJP's assets jump 21% to Rs 6,046 cr, Cong's 16% to Rs 805 cr in FY22: Report

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

In financial year 2020-21, the BJP declared assets worth Rs 4,990 crore, up by 21.17 per cent to Rs 6,046.81 crore in 2021-22.

Maldives suspends 3 deputy ministers over Modi remarks after India's protest

Maldives suspends 3 deputy ministers over Modi remarks after India's protest

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

The row erupted on a day President Dr Mohamed Muizzu embarked on a week-long visit to China.

Joint resolution of 26 Opposition parties says...

Joint resolution of 26 Opposition parties says...

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

The opposition alliance that will take on the ruling National Democratic Alliance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will be called Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) and an 11-member committee will be set up for coordination, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge announced after a meeting of the parties in Bengaluru.

'All that matters to Nitish is his self interest'

'All that matters to Nitish is his self interest'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

'When he was sidelined in the INDIA bloc, it was was the turning point because it badly hurt Nitish's ambition.' 'After that, he decided to damage INDIA by changing sides.'

Mission 2024: Amid discord, Patna gears up for anti-BJP Oppn meet

Mission 2024: Amid discord, Patna gears up for anti-BJP Oppn meet

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Sources said the opposition parties would look to avoid the prickly leadership question as of now and emphasise on building a common ground.

Not on Patna Oppn meet agenda: Seat-sharing, PM face

Not on Patna Oppn meet agenda: Seat-sharing, PM face

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Top leaders of Opposition parties will brainstorm at a meeting in Patna on Friday to chalk out a roadmap for the formation of an anti-Bharatiya Janata Party front for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, with sources saying that they would look to avoid the prickly leadership question and emphasise on common ground.

Sanjay Singh defies suspension; vows to host nationals

Sanjay Singh defies suspension; vows to host nationals

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

The ad-hoc panel announced that it will host the senior national championships in Jaipur from February 2-5.

No SC relief for Hemant Soren; sent to 5-day ED remand

No SC relief for Hemant Soren; sent to 5-day ED remand

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to interfere with a plea of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in money laundering case.

Maoist conspiracy case: NIA raids 62 places in Andhra, Telangana

Maoist conspiracy case: NIA raids 62 places in Andhra, Telangana

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday arrested a top Maoist leader as it carried out raids at 62 locations across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in the Communist Party of India-Maoist conspiracy case, an official said.

It's official: Siddaramaiah to be Karnataka CM; Shivakumar his deputy

It's official: Siddaramaiah to be Karnataka CM; Shivakumar his deputy

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Ending days of suspense, the Congress on Thursday announced Siddaramaiah as the next chief minister of Karnataka and D K Shivakumar as his only deputy in the soon-to-formed cabinet.

'White Paper' vs 'Black Paper': Govt, Cong fire salvos at each other

'White Paper' vs 'Black Paper': Govt, Cong fire salvos at each other

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

A 'White Paper' versus 'Black Paper' battle erupted on Thursday as the Centre and the Congress unveiled documents and crossed swords over the handling of the Indian economy during the nearly 10 years of the BJP-led NDA rule and the previous 10-year tenure of the Congress-led UPA government.

J-K cop shot dead by terrorists outside his house

J-K cop shot dead by terrorists outside his house

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

This is the third such terrorist attack in as many days in Kashmir valley.

Bolsonaro supporters storm key govt buildings in Brazil

Bolsonaro supporters storm key govt buildings in Brazil

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

At least 170 people were arrested after supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro stormed government offices.

INDIA leaders decide to be ready for NDA 'surprises', early polls

INDIA leaders decide to be ready for NDA 'surprises', early polls

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Top leaders of the Opposition's Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) held talks in an informal setting in Mumbai on Thursday evening to chart out a concrete roadmap and evolve a structure for cooperation among the alliance partners to take on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

Plea filed in SC seeking early assembly elections in J-K

Plea filed in SC seeking early assembly elections in J-K

Rediff.com11 May 2023

A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking directions to the Election Commission and the government for holding early assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir.

Same-sex wedding: After SC snub, call for legislative action

Same-sex wedding: After SC snub, call for legislative action

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

With the Supreme Court declining to accord legal recognition to same-sex marriage on Tuesday, a section of the LGBTQ+ community, petitioners and activists highlighted the positives in the ruling and called for legislative action while others expressed dismay and concern.