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A Week In The Life of Priyanka Gandhi

A Week In The Life of Priyanka Gandhi

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

If her mother anoints her as the Congress's chief ministerial candidate for the UP assembly election, it could be Game On! in Lucknow.

Prashant Kishor to join Congress ahead of assembly polls?

Prashant Kishor to join Congress ahead of assembly polls?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

Some Congress leaders consider Kishor as an "overrated" person and argue that in 2017 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, he led to the decline of the party.

Is Baba Siddique's shooter minor? Bone test reveals...

Is Baba Siddique's shooter minor? Bone test reveals...

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Mumbai police had arrested Gurmail Baljit Singh (23), a resident of Haryana and Dharmaraj Rajesh Kashyap (19), from Uttar Pradesh, whereas there one aide, who was at the spot during the firing, fled from the spot.

ED grills Vadra for 5 hrs in land case; more quizzing on Wednesday

ED grills Vadra for 5 hrs in land case; more quizzing on Wednesday

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Vadra has been questioned multiple times by the federal probe agency in a different money laundering case.

'Congress suffers from Modi phobia'

'Congress suffers from Modi phobia'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

'They hate him so much that if PM Modi says the Sun rises in the east the Congress will say the Sun rises in the west.'

'Mera ghar Rahul Gandhi ka ghar': Cong leaders open their homes to Rahul

'Mera ghar Rahul Gandhi ka ghar': Cong leaders open their homes to Rahul

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

This comes after Gandhi on Tuesday replied to the Lok Sabha Secretariat's notice to vacate his official bungalow, and said he will abide by the notice.

Modi, Kangana in fray as India votes in final phase

Modi, Kangana in fray as India votes in final phase

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Other prominent candidates among the 904 in the fray are Union minister Anurag Thakur, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's nephew Abhishek Banerjee, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad's daughter Misa Bharti.

Cong axes Nirupam for 6 yrs over remarks against ally Uddhav Sena

Cong axes Nirupam for 6 yrs over remarks against ally Uddhav Sena

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Taking note of complaints of indiscipline and anti-party statements, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge approved Nirupam's expulsion from the party for six years with immediate effect, an official communication from the party said.

Jitin Prasada, BJP's Brahmin face in UP, returns to Centre

Jitin Prasada, BJP's Brahmin face in UP, returns to Centre

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Jitin Prasada was once considered as among Rahul Gandhi's 'young Turks' and was a minister in successive Manmohan Singh governments but defected from the Congress to the BJP in 2021, where he has again established himself as a prominent Brahmin face of Uttar Pradesh.

BJP rejig: Anil Antony, ex-AMU VC made vice presidents

BJP rejig: Anil Antony, ex-AMU VC made vice presidents

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

The BJP has dropped C T Ravi, a leader from Karnataka, Dilip Saikia, a Lok Sabha MP from Assam, as its general secretaries, and Vinod Sonkar, Harish Dwivedi, both Lok Sabha MPs from Uttar Pradesh, and Sunil Deodhar as secretaries.

What You Must Know About The Emergency

What You Must Know About The Emergency

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

During Emergency Indira Gandhi acquired absolute power. Lakhs of political opponents, students, activists were arrested.

'Dalit Women Set The Agenda Of This Election'

'Dalit Women Set The Agenda Of This Election'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'They were very vocal on the defence of the Constitution, reservation, SC/ST Act and democratic rights.'

Kharge will, no, new Congress president will decide my role: Rahul Gandhi

Kharge will, no, new Congress president will decide my role: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Member of Parliament Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said the president was the "supreme authority' in the Congress and whoever got elected to the post would decide on the way forward (for the party).

'One face before us, another before media': Cong hits out at Tharoor

'One face before us, another before media': Cong hits out at Tharoor

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Mistry said the poll body satisfied the candidate on every complaint but despite that he raised all those points in the media before bringing them to "our notice".

SP-Congress all set to lure voters with 'UP ko ye saath pasand hai'

SP-Congress all set to lure voters with 'UP ko ye saath pasand hai'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Playing the same tunes, the Samajwadi Party-Congress alliance has come up with a rhythmic slogan, sounding more or less like Salman Khan starrer 'Sultan's' song 'Baby ko bass pasand hai.'

Corrupt are behind bars, not getting bail even from SC: Modi in Meerut rally

Corrupt are behind bars, not getting bail even from SC: Modi in Meerut rally

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

"I am fighting a big battle to save my country from the corrupt. That is why they are behind bars today and not getting bail even from the Supreme Court," Modi said.

Act against Poonawalla for remarks on AAP leader, JD-U tells BJP

Act against Poonawalla for remarks on AAP leader, JD-U tells BJP

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

The Janata Dal (United) has demanded action against BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla for his comments targeting an AAP leader, which the regional party said has caused deep displeasure among people from Purvanchal. The JD(U) said Poonawalla's remarks, made during a TV debate, were offensive and demanded action from the BJP leadership. The incident comes ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, where the AAP is facing a tough challenge from the BJP.

Ghosi bypoll in UP to see first INDIA vs BJP clash

Ghosi bypoll in UP to see first INDIA vs BJP clash

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

The Congress and the Left parties have not only extended support to the Samajwadi Party candidate but are also campaigning for him, in accordance with the spirit of the new opposition togetherness ahead of next year's general election.

'Silver Gandhi' Arrives To Help BJP

'Silver Gandhi' Arrives To Help BJP

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Glimpses from the campaign trail on Tuesday, February 8, 2022.

'Yogiji is scared of Priyanka Gandhi'

'Yogiji is scared of Priyanka Gandhi'

Rediff.com21 May 2020

'Yogiji is saying he is doing good work, but when you go on the ground you will see the reality.'

UP BJP chief meets Modi as dissent against Yogi mounts

UP BJP chief meets Modi as dissent against Yogi mounts

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Uttar Pradesh BJP president Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, sources said, and is believed to have briefed him on a host of issues related to the party's organisational matters in the politically crucial state.

How Many Crorepatis In 6th Phase?

How Many Crorepatis In 6th Phase?

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Polling for the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha election will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

ED grills Azharuddin for hours in money laundering case

ED grills Azharuddin for hours in money laundering case

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday questioned former Indian cricket team captain and Congress leader Mohammed Azharuddin for over nine hours in a money laundering case linked to alleged financial irregularities in the Hyderabad Cricket Association, official sources said.

Ek hai, toh safe hai: Modi calls for SC, ST, OBC unity in Maha rally

Ek hai, toh safe hai: Modi calls for SC, ST, OBC unity in Maha rally

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The PM said the Congress and its allies should not encourage the "Pakistan agenda" and speak the language of separatists.

UP Dalits abandon BJP? Wins 8 of 17 SC seats, lowest in 3 polls

UP Dalits abandon BJP? Wins 8 of 17 SC seats, lowest in 3 polls

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The BJP had registered a one-sided victory on all the 17 SC-reserved seats in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections. But in 2019, out of these 17 seats, it lost Nagina and Lalganj seats to the Bahujan Samaj Party.

Cong will implement Sharia, steal your property: Yogi

Cong will implement Sharia, steal your property: Yogi

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday made serious allegations against the Congress and said the grand old party has in its election manifesto expressed its intention to implement the 'Sharia law' in the country and redistribute people's property.

Look forward to being your voice: Priyanka to Wayanad

Look forward to being your voice: Priyanka to Wayanad

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said on Saturday she looks forward to being the voice of the people of Wayanad in Parliament and thanked Rahul Gandhi for 'showing her the way and having her back always'.

Rajya Sabha polls may see Congress increase its tally to 33

Rajya Sabha polls may see Congress increase its tally to 33

Rediff.com25 May 2022

The Congress is likely to get 11 Rajya Sabha seats in the upcoming election cycle with some of its top leaders, including P Chidambaram and Jairam Ramesh, eyeing another term.

Anmol Bishnoi ordered Siddique's murder to create terror: Police

Anmol Bishnoi ordered Siddique's murder to create terror: Police

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The crime branch named 29 accused in the 4,590-page charge sheet, including 26 already arrested and three wanted persons, including Anmol Bishnoi, the brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.

Should BJP Be Worried About Congress-SP Alliance?

Should BJP Be Worried About Congress-SP Alliance?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

In the past five years, UP's Opposition remained passive and defensive against the BJP, a trend that does not augur well for the impending battle.

Priyanka to contest Rae Bareli, Rahul Amethi: Sources

Priyanka to contest Rae Bareli, Rahul Amethi: Sources

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Rahul Gandhi are likely to contest the Lok Sabha election from Rae Bareli and Amethi seats, respectively, sources said on Thursday.

Akhilesh on why Congress is kept out of UP alliance

Akhilesh on why Congress is kept out of UP alliance

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

Without ruling out the possibility of working with the Congress after polls, Akhilesh said he has good relations with the party and would be 'happy' if the next prime minister was from his home state.

Cong questions poll integrity; Kharge talks tough on loss in CWC meet

Cong questions poll integrity; Kharge talks tough on loss in CWC meet

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has called for tough decisions and unity within the party after the Congress suffered electoral defeats in Maharashtra and Haryana. In a meeting with top party leaders, Kharge highlighted the need to strengthen the organization from the grassroots, fix accountability, and address internal bickering. He also urged leaders to remain united and avoid public criticism of each other. The Congress chief expressed concern over the party's performance in state elections despite a strong showing in the Lok Sabha polls earlier this year. He acknowledged the need to learn from the setbacks and improve the party's strategy and communication to counter its rivals' propaganda.

Congress jumps on the 'cycle', allies with SP for UP polls

Congress jumps on the 'cycle', allies with SP for UP polls

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Ghulam Nabi Azad said this was just a beginning of the alliance process and the nitty-gritty would be decided in the next one or two days.

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday. He will be given a state funeral with full state honors at Nigambodh Ghat on Saturday. Singh served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014 and was known for his role in India's economic reforms. Leaders from across the political spectrum paid their respects to the departed leader, highlighting his contributions to the nation.

Cong leader promises LPG cylinders for 'infiltrators' in Jharkhand

Cong leader promises LPG cylinders for 'infiltrators' in Jharkhand

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir on Thursday promised that LPG cylinders will be provided in Jharkhand at a subsidised rate of Rs 450 even for 'infiltrators', sparking a political row in the midst of assembly elections in the eastern state.

Ayodhya loss avenged? BJP defeats SP in Milkipur

Ayodhya loss avenged? BJP defeats SP in Milkipur

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party's Chandrabhanu Paswan was leading by 3,991 votes over the Samajwadi Party's (SP) Ajit Prasad after the first round of counting for the Milkipur assembly bypoll on Saturday, according to the Election Commission website.

Exit polls: The biggest loser in 2024 elections

Exit polls: The biggest loser in 2024 elections

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

The Exit polls for the Lok Sabha 2024 elections were way off the mark this time with the opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc whose rout they had predicted touching nearly 230 seats on the counting day with good showing in Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh as per the current trends.

Kharge reveals why he decided to enter Cong presidential fray

Kharge reveals why he decided to enter Cong presidential fray

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

The electoral contest would take place between Kharge and Shashi Tharoor, and voting will take place on October 17 in every state capital through secret ballot.

LS polls: Meet the prominent contestants in fourth phase

LS polls: Meet the prominent contestants in fourth phase

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Among the keenly watched contests are those involving former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav (Kannauj, UP) and Union ministers Giriraj Singh (Begusarai, Bihar), Nityanand Rai (Ujiarpur, Bihar) and Raosaheb Danve (Jalna, Maharashtra).