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Dr Singh turns down Hazare's request

Dr Singh turns down Hazare's request

Rediff.com14 Aug 2011

A fresh stand-off appears to be brewing between Anna Hazare and the government with the Gandhian seeking Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's intervention over the strict conditions imposed for his indefinite fast from August 16. But he was sternly told by the PM to approach the Delhi police.

Govt Clears Cancer Drug Price Hike

Govt Clears Cancer Drug Price Hike

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

'While higher prices may create some financial burden for patients and caregivers in the short term, uninterrupted access to treatment remains the greater priority.'

Who's Your Gynac? 2 Review: Just Not Funny!

Who's Your Gynac? 2 Review: Just Not Funny!

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Try as it might, Who's Your Gynac? is just not funny, complains Deepa Gahlot.

Dr Singh reaches his 'second home'

Dr Singh reaches his 'second home'

Rediff.com12 May 2011

"Welcome to your second home". This is how President Hamid Karzai welcomed Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in Kabul on Thursday, with the latter responding by assuring the Afghan leader that India will stand with the country through "thick and thin".

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Who are the special fathers of these famous Indians? The paternal figures responsible for putting them on the right path and helping them find greatness.

Twisha Sharma Death: AIIMS Team Conducts Second Post Mortem

Twisha Sharma Death: AIIMS Team Conducts Second Post Mortem

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi completed the second post mortem of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following concerns raised by her family regarding the initial autopsy and allegations of dowry harassment.

Dr Singh returns after Russia visit

Dr Singh returns after Russia visit

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh returned to New Delhi on Tuesday after a three-day visit to Russia, during which the two sides signed a path-breaking civil nuclear agreement and three defence pacts. Dr Singh had met Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and Prime Minister Vladimir Putin on Monday and discussed a wide range of issues, including terrorism. On Monday, the two sides signed a path-breaking civil nuclear agreement that will guarantee uninterrupted uranium fuel supplies.

Tight security in place for Shivakumar's swearing-in on Wednesday

Tight security in place for Shivakumar's swearing-in on Wednesday

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Preparations are complete in Bengaluru for the swearing-in ceremony of D K Shivakumar as Karnataka's Chief Minister. Security and traffic arrangements are in place to manage the event.

Woman Shot, Seriously Injured During Morning Walk In UP

Woman Shot, Seriously Injured During Morning Walk In UP

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 40-year-old woman was shot and seriously injured by unidentified assailants during a morning walk in Etah, Uttar Pradesh, with police suspecting a connection to a land dispute.

Rinku Singh's Father Dies After Battle with Cancer

Rinku Singh's Father Dies After Battle with Cancer

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh's father, Khanchand Singh, passed away in Greater Noida after battling advanced-stage liver cancer. Rinku had returned home from the T20 World Cup to see his ailing father and rejoined the team before their match against Zimbabwe.

Rare French privilege for Dr Singh

Rare French privilege for Dr Singh

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

In a rare honour for India, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was on Tuesday the Chief Guest of Honour at the French National Day celebrations.

IIMT University Forms Inquiry Panel, Suspends Officials After Student Death

IIMT University Forms Inquiry Panel, Suspends Officials After Student Death

Rediff.com22 May 2026

IIMT University in Meerut has formed an inquiry committee and suspended hostel officials following the death of an MBA student, Anu Gupta, who was found dead in the girls' hostel. The university is also considering financial assistance for the family and reviewing student fees.

Allahabad HC Seeks Details Of Arms Licences Of UP Politicians

Allahabad HC Seeks Details Of Arms Licences Of UP Politicians

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to provide details of arms licences held by 19 individuals, including politicians Brij Bhushan Singh and Raja Bhaiya, citing concerns over the public display of weapons and its impact on social harmony.

Pakistan epicentre of terrorism: Dr Singh

Pakistan epicentre of terrorism: Dr Singh

Rediff.com1 Apr 2009

Ahead of his maiden meeting with US President Barack Obama on Thursday, Dr Singh said the world has a responsibility that Pakistan lives up to the promise that it will not allow its territory to be used to promote acts of terrorism directed against India. He said not taking any action against the perpetrators of the Mumbai attacks is 'living proof' that Pakistan is not taking effective action to control terrorism.

Dr Singh arrives for IBSA Summit

Dr Singh arrives for IBSA Summit

Rediff.com17 Oct 2007

This will be the first time South Africa hosts the IBSA Summit since its inception.

Tender Scam Blows Lid Off Bihar Corruption

Tender Scam Blows Lid Off Bihar Corruption

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

'As the Bihar government's focus is on development and infrastructure projects worth thousands of crores, Rishu Sinha created a network to pay a decent commission to government officials for securing tenders.'

Have you seen Dr Singh smile so much?

Have you seen Dr Singh smile so much?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2010

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh doesn't seem to have stopped smiling since he met Barack Obama at Delhi airport on Sunday.

Is GalaxEye's Mission Drishti Satellite Okay?

Is GalaxEye's Mission Drishti Satellite Okay?

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Concerns are rising about the status of GalaxEye Space's Mission Drishti, India's first Made in India OptoSAR satellite, launched on May 3. Reports suggest the satellite is tumbling in space, and experts highlight potential issues with solar panel deployment and stabilisation. The company has remained silent on the matter, fueling further speculation.

Suvendu keeps home, power portfolios, Swapan is finance minister

Suvendu keeps home, power portfolios, Swapan is finance minister

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Ten days after the expansion of the BJP government's cabinet in West Bengal, key portfolios have been allocated, with senior leader Tapas Roy taking charge of industries and journalist-turned-politician Swapan Dasgupta appointed finance minister.

Lankan foreign minister meets Dr Singh

Lankan foreign minister meets Dr Singh

Rediff.com31 Jan 2007

The status of the peace process and the Sri Lankan government's efforts are believed to have been discussed during the 30-minute meeting.

BJP eyeing 2/3rd majority to end reservations: Jairam Ramesh

BJP eyeing 2/3rd majority to end reservations: Jairam Ramesh

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh has alleged that the BJP's "real and ultimate target" in seeking a two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha is to amend the Constitution to end reservation, rather than genuinely implement women's reservation.

Dr Singh a nice man for Pakistan: Musharraf

Dr Singh a nice man for Pakistan: Musharraf

Rediff.com17 Apr 2011

Pakistan's former military ruler Pervez Musharraf, who had several meetings with Indian leaders during his nine-years at the helm, feels Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh is a "nice man" for his country. Musharraf, who met Dr Singh a number of times, including during his visit to New Delhi in 2005, said he liked the Indian prime minister.

In a special gesture, PM Modi meets Dr Singh

In a special gesture, PM Modi meets Dr Singh

Rediff.com27 May 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday visited his predecessor Manmohan Singh to make a courtesy call.

SC forms high-powered committee to review Centre's Aravalli report

SC forms high-powered committee to review Centre's Aravalli report

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The Supreme Court has established a high-powered committee, chaired by Kanchan Devi, Director General of the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), to independently review the Centre's report on the definition and delineation of the Aravalli hill range, aiming to resolve 'critical ambiguities' in its findings.

Dr Singh's date with supersonic missile

Dr Singh's date with supersonic missile

Rediff.com28 Jun 2006

Dr Singh's visit came close on the heels of a missile exercise that he witnessed on board aircraft carrier INS Viraat in the Arabian Sea last month.

Dr Singh unveils Nehru bust in Singapore

Dr Singh unveils Nehru bust in Singapore

Rediff.com20 Nov 2011

As a 1000-strong Indian community applauded, Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on a rain-filled Sunday evening unveiled a bust of and marker on India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru in Singapore's Asian Civilisation Museum.

We are one family: Dr Singh

We are one family: Dr Singh

Rediff.com7 Jan 2007

He also thanked the non-resident Indians in West Asia and other parts of the world for the handsome contribution their remittances make to the strengthening of our economy.

Twisha Sharma given tearful adieu; family pins hopes on SC

Twisha Sharma given tearful adieu; family pins hopes on SC

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A medical board from AIIMS Delhi will conduct a second post-mortem examination on former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following her family's concerns about the initial autopsy and allegations of dowry harassment.

Video: Dr Singh, Obama hold mini summit

Video: Dr Singh, Obama hold mini summit

Rediff.com12 Apr 2010

Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh [ Images ] on Sunday night Indian time met United States President Barack Obama and is understood to have discussed nuclear security, India's concerns over American military aid to Pakistan and the volatile situation in Afghanistan.

Why Did India Not Stop The War?

Why Did India Not Stop The War?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

India is one of the few nations, and perhaps the only nation, that has good relations with America, Israel and Iran. Knowing that a war in the Gulf would damage our economy, hurt supply of fertilisers and fuel, and cause general chaos, we should have tried to ensure this war did not begin, asserts Aakar Patel.

Recipe: Chef Bali's Roasted Broccoli-Feta Fagottini With Avocado Tuille

Recipe: Chef Bali's Roasted Broccoli-Feta Fagottini With Avocado Tuille

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

This pasta dish consists of a feta-broccoli stuffed pasta -- choose your shape -- that has an unusual avocado yeast sauce dribbled over it. It is served up with a dollop of pumpkin foam, a thin avocado wafer and a drizzle of truffle oil.

Lucknow University Investigates Professor For Misconduct

Lucknow University Investigates Professor For Misconduct

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Lucknow University has formed a disciplinary committee to investigate assistant professor Paramjeet Singh following allegations of misconduct, including inappropriate conversations with a student and leaking examination papers.

Dr Singh wraps up three-day Bhutan visit

Dr Singh wraps up three-day Bhutan visit

Rediff.com30 Apr 2010

Prime Minister Singh left on Friday morning for New Delhi from Paro International airport, about 60 km from Thimphu, the Bhutanese capital.

Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka CM, Siddaramaiah's son joins cabinet

Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka CM, Siddaramaiah's son joins cabinet

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

D K Shivakumar has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, with Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot administering the oath of office and secrecy. The ceremony also saw 13 other ministers, including a Deputy CM, taking their oaths, attended by prominent Congress leaders and religious figures.

PHOTO: Dr Singh, Obama meet at White House

PHOTO: Dr Singh, Obama meet at White House

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday held talks with US President Barack Obama, the first bilateral summit meeting after nearly three years.

Why Maharashtra Needs To Strengthen Semiconductor Ecosystem

Why Maharashtra Needs To Strengthen Semiconductor Ecosystem

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Dr Dinesh Amalnerkar, president of the Maharashtra Academy of Sciences, has emphasised the need for Maharashtra to strengthen its semiconductor research and manufacturing ecosystem to compete with states like Gujarat and Telangana.

Scandal-hit Berlusconi to meet 'saintly' Dr Singh

Scandal-hit Berlusconi to meet 'saintly' Dr Singh

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

It is hard to imagine what will transpire beyond diplomatic niceties between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his Italian counterpart, Silvio Berlusconi, for the next three days in Italy at the G-8 summit. Dr Singh, it is well known, is a homebound family man and extremely unexcited about the material things in life. Berlusconi is the very antithesis of what Dr Singh stands for in public and, most importantly, in private

Haryana BJP Appoints Archana Gupta As State President

Haryana BJP Appoints Archana Gupta As State President

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The Haryana BJP appointed Archana Gupta as its new president, making her the second woman to hold the position in over four decades. Gupta, a radiologist and current state general secretary, succeeds Mohan Lal Badoli.

Get well soon, Dr Singh tells Hazare

Get well soon, Dr Singh tells Hazare

Rediff.com30 Aug 2011

Anna Hazare, who has been hospitalisd after his 12-day fast, on Tuesday received a 'get well soon' message from Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.