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Relaxed Vikas aims to create history at Asian Games

Relaxed Vikas aims to create history at Asian Games

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

The 26-year-old boxer is aiming to become India's first boxer with three back-to-back Asian Games medals.

CJI Chandrachud, bar assn president in heated exchange over land allotment

CJI Chandrachud, bar assn president in heated exchange over land allotment

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

The Supreme Court on Thursday witnessed a heated exchange of words between Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Supreme Court Bar Association president Vikas Singh in a case related to allotment of a parcel of land for lawyers' chambers.

Vikas ends boxing gold drought

Vikas ends boxing gold drought

Rediff.com25 Nov 2010

Images from day 14 of the Asian Games at Guanzhou on Thursday.

Asian Boxing Championship: Vikas, Gaurav advance to quarters

Asian Boxing Championship: Vikas, Gaurav advance to quarters

Rediff.com1 May 2017

Top seed Vikas Krishan (75kg) and Gaurav Bidhuri (56kg) advanced to the quarter-finals, giving India a good start at the Asian Boxing Championships in Tashkent on Monday.

Supreme Court bar assn calls off meeting to discuss apology to CJI

Supreme Court bar assn calls off meeting to discuss apology to CJI

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

The executive committee of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) on Wednesday decided to call off the general body meeting scheduled for March 16 to vote on resolutions seeking explanation from senior advocates Kapil Sibal and Neeraj Kishan Kaul for apologising to CJI DY Chandrachud on behalf of the bar body.

Mahayuti govt conspired to shift C-295 facility to Gujarat: Cong

Mahayuti govt conspired to shift C-295 facility to Gujarat: Cong

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

The Congress on Monday claimed that the Tata-Airbus C-295 aircraft facility inaugurated in Vadodara was earlier supposed to be set up in Nagpur and alleged that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's instructions, the Centre and the Mahayuti dispensation have conspired to ensure the 'wholesale surrender' of Maharashtra's interests.

SMAT: Shami, Ajinkya Rahane turn back the clock

SMAT: Shami, Ajinkya Rahane turn back the clock

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami claimed three wickets further building on his match fitness, while Abhishek Porel smashed a blistering fifty

Boxing: Vikas storms into last 16

Boxing: Vikas storms into last 16

Rediff.com17 Nov 2010

Vikas Krishnan became the second Indian boxer to book a pre-quarterfinal berth at the Asian Games after the teenager beat Thailand's Saylom Ardee in his opening round bout in the men's 60-kg category, in Gaungzhou, on Wednesday.

BJP shuts up Kangana on farmers remark: 'Not authorised to speak'

BJP shuts up Kangana on farmers remark: 'Not authorised to speak'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

This came after Ranaut stoked a controversy by suggesting that the farmers' protests could have led to a Bangladesh-like situation in the country if the top leadership was not strong enough.

Boxer Vikas through to quarters, closes in on Olympic berth

Boxer Vikas through to quarters, closes in on Olympic berth

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Vikas Krishan (75kg) became the third Indian boxer to enter the quarter-finals of the World Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Baku and be just one win away from booking a berth in the Rio Games this August.

Omicron silent killer... been 25 days, still suffering: CJI

Omicron silent killer... been 25 days, still suffering: CJI

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

The CJI said that he recovered in four days in the first wave but it's taking a long time in the third wave.

Chef Vikas Khanna eats at this roadside stall

Chef Vikas Khanna eats at this roadside stall

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

It takes a special kind of place to impress the chef who has cooked for Modi and Obama, and has charmed the likes of the Dalai Lama, the Pope and even Queen Elizabeth!

Kangana meets BJP chief again after snub over her remarks

Kangana meets BJP chief again after snub over her remarks

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

This is the second time that Ranaut has met the BJP president since she stirred a controversy earlier this week with her disparaging remarks on the farmers agitation against the now repealed three farm laws.

What's Holding Up Candidate Lists In Maharashtra?

What's Holding Up Candidate Lists In Maharashtra?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The strains are telling as old friends and new enemies face each other in the battlefield.

IOA increases support staff ratio for Paris Olympics

IOA increases support staff ratio for Paris Olympics

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Trying to give the best support to Indian contingent but still being criticised: IOA chief PT Usha

Judge demanded Rs 5L to 'settle case': B'gluru techie's father

Judge demanded Rs 5L to 'settle case': B'gluru techie's father

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

"My son used to say that there is a lot of corruption but he will fight as he is on the path of truth. He was broken from inside, though he didn't tell anyone anything," Subhash's father Pawan Kumar told ANI.

'Nijjar killing, pannun assassination bid part of single plot'

'Nijjar killing, pannun assassination bid part of single plot'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

'It was a fiasco on the part of the Indian government to think that it could carry out crimes in Canada and the US and get away with it'

'Vikas Dubey was indispensable to almost all political parties in UP'

'Vikas Dubey was indispensable to almost all political parties in UP'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

'Election expenses run into several crores. And that is where people like Dubey come in handy to finance elections, indulge in booth capturing and to do the dirty job of politicians.'

Haryana polls: Cong list shows 'son rise' in many families

Haryana polls: Cong list shows 'son rise' in many families

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

After hectic parleys and much back and forth with the INDIA bloc allies, the Congress also ended up going into the polls with its original plan of largely going solo.

Fadnavis or Shinde: Who Will Be Maharashtra CM?

Fadnavis or Shinde: Who Will Be Maharashtra CM?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The formation of a new government in Maharashtra has been delayed due to a disagreement between the Shiv Sena and BJP over who should be the next chief minister. Shiv Sena insists on Eknath Shinde continuing as CM while the BJP favors Devendra Fadnavis. The delay comes despite the BJP-led coalition winning a landslide victory in the recent assembly elections. Sources suggest that the coalition has not reached a consensus on the CM, with various leaders from both parties voicing their opinions on the matter.

Women centric schemes proved to be game-changer in 2 states?

Women centric schemes proved to be game-changer in 2 states?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Women-centric schemes could have proved a game-changer in both Maharashtra and Jharkhand, as both states witnessed a surge in women voters in the recently held assembly polls as well as return of the ruling alliances with a thumping majority.

'Next DGP Must Only Be According To Seniority'

'Next DGP Must Only Be According To Seniority'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

'If you want to have fair elections you should have an officer, who is appointed as per the rules laid down for such appointments, which is based on seniority.'

Why did Vikas Krishan pull out of the Asian Championships?

Why did Vikas Krishan pull out of the Asian Championships?

Rediff.com10 May 2017

Why did Vikas Krishan give his opponent a walkover in an Asian Championship semi-final?

Asiad Boxing: Vikas advances to QFs, Mandeep disappoints

Asiad Boxing: Vikas advances to QFs, Mandeep disappoints

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

It turned out to be a largely disappointing day for Indian boxers at the Asian Games with former World Championship bronze-medallist Vikas Krishan (75kg) being the only one to advance, making the quarter-final, while three others fell by the wayside.

Boxers Manoj Kumar, Vikas Krishan qualify for Rio Games

Boxers Manoj Kumar, Vikas Krishan qualify for Rio Games

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

Former Commonwealth Games gold medallist Manoj Kumar (64kg) and Asian Games champion Vikas Krishan (75kg) qualified for the Rio Olympics after advancing to the semi-finals of the AIBA World qualifying tournament in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Thursday.

PhD scholar is 4th suicide in IIT-Kanpur in a year

PhD scholar is 4th suicide in IIT-Kanpur in a year

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Pragati Kharya, a resident of Sanigawan in Kanpur who was pursuing a PhD in Earth Sciences, died by suicide inside her hostel room D-116 in hall number-4 during the intervening night, but the matter came to light on Thursday noon, they said.

Asian Championship: Shiva in final, Vikas settles for bronze

Asian Championship: Shiva in final, Vikas settles for bronze

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Fourth seed Shiva Thapa (60kg) stunned Olympic bronze-medallist and top seed Dorjnyambuug Otgondalai of Mongolia to enter the Asian Boxing Championships final, in Tashkent, on Friday.

Vikas won't be allowed to compete in World Series of Boxing

Vikas won't be allowed to compete in World Series of Boxing

Rediff.com9 May 2017

Indian boxer Vikas Krishan, who forfeited his semi-final bout in the Asian Championships, won't be allowed to compete in the World Series of Boxing and will have to explain his no-show to a disciplinary committee of the national federation.

BJP stumbled and then stamped its authority in 2024

BJP stumbled and then stamped its authority in 2024

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

The BJP's year has been marked by a remarkable ability to adapt its message and methods, rebounding from Lok Sabha election setbacks with improbable wins in Haryana and Maharashtra. The party's campaign machine, drawing on the strength of the RSS and its affiliates, has demonstrated a capacity to shift focus and respond to regional dynamics. While the BJP faces challenges, its adaptability and Modi's unchallenged leadership suggest a continued strong presence on the Indian political landscape.

2 arrested from MP for harbouring Vikas Dubey's aides

2 arrested from MP for harbouring Vikas Dubey's aides

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

The UP police detained the two Gwalior residents -- Omprakash Pandey and Anil Pandey -- on July 7 and took them to Kanpur the same day, said Raja Babu Singh, Additional Director General (ADG) of police (Gwalior range).

Who Won By The Highest/Lowest Margins?

Who Won By The Highest/Lowest Margins?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Hemant V Shivsaran/Rediff.com does a deep dive and lists the winners with the highest and lowest margins in the recent Lok Sabha elections.

Boxer Vikas Krishan targets gold medal at Tokyo Olympics

Boxer Vikas Krishan targets gold medal at Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Indian boxer Vikas Krishan Yadav is setting his eyes on a gold medal in the third Olympics of his life in Tokyo

Vikas Krishan halted in quarter-finals by Uzbekistan's Melikuziev

Vikas Krishan halted in quarter-finals by Uzbekistan's Melikuziev

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Former Asian Games gold medallist Vikas Krishan took a pounding from second seed Bektemir Melikuziev of Uzbekistan in the quarter-finals of the men's middleweight (75 kg) and bowed out of the Rio Olympic Games on Monday night.

Sena cites Bihar model as BJP pushes Fadnavis for CM

Sena cites Bihar model as BJP pushes Fadnavis for CM

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The race for the Maharashtra Chief Minister post has intensified following the Mahayuti coalition's landslide victory in the state assembly polls. The Shiv Sena has backed Eknath Shinde for the top job, citing the Bihar model, while the BJP has thrown its weight behind Devendra Fadnavis, emphasizing his leadership qualities and understanding of the state. The BJP's preference for Fadnavis stems from its dominance in the alliance with 132 seats, compared to Shiv Sena's 57 seats. Amidst these developments, both parties have held meetings to discuss the matter, while Fadnavis and other BJP leaders have denied any dispute over the CM's post.

UP gangster Vikas Dubey killed in encounter while 'trying to flee'

UP gangster Vikas Dubey killed in encounter while 'trying to flee'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

Police said the gangster snatched a pistol from one of the policemen injured in the accident and was shot when he opened fire while trying to flee.

Pannun plot: Former official wanted by US was held in Delhi

Pannun plot: Former official wanted by US was held in Delhi

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Vikas Yadav, a former Indian government official charged by the United States authorities for his alleged role in a foiled plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on American soil, was arrested by Delhi Police in December last year in an unrelated extortion and kidnapping case, police sources said.

Through to Olympics, injured Vikas, Manoj settle for bronze

Through to Olympics, injured Vikas, Manoj settle for bronze

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Assured of an Olympic berth, Indian boxer Vikas Krishan (75kg) settled for a bronze medal in the International Boxing Association's (AIBA) World Qualifying Tournament.

Deshmukh told me extorted funds routed to Maha NCP chief: Ex-cop Param Bir

Deshmukh told me extorted funds routed to Maha NCP chief: Ex-cop Param Bir

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Singh asserted that Deshmukh set a staggering collection target of Rs 100 crore for his officers, specifically from Mumbai, while also discussing plans to target key opposition figures, including former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

We went unprepared into trap laid by Vikas Dubey: Survivor cop

We went unprepared into trap laid by Vikas Dubey: Survivor cop

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

Speaking to reporters, Kaushalendra Pratap Singh, the station officer of Bithoor police station in Kanpur district who was injured in the savage attack on a police team, recalled the events of the intervening night of Thursday-Friday that unfolded like a gangster film.

Wrestler Antim back in India post Paris drama

Wrestler Antim back in India post Paris drama

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Antim Panghal returns to India after Olympic controversy