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Kejriwal to step down as CM, face 'agnipariksha' of polls

Kejriwal to step down as CM, face 'agnipariksha' of polls

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Sunday that he would resign after two days and sought early polls in the national capital while vowing not to sit in the chief minister's chair till people give him a 'certificate of honesty'.

Congress bags all 3 seats in Muslim-dominated Nuh

Congress bags all 3 seats in Muslim-dominated Nuh

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Voters in Muslim-dominated Nuh in Haryana have made the Congress victorious in all three assembly seats in the district, with one of the contestants registering the highest victory margin.

Can Australia bounce back with pink ball under Adelaide lights?

Can Australia bounce back with pink ball under Adelaide lights?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

With noses bloodied and pride stung from the pounding in Perth, Australia will look to hit back with the pink ball in the second Test against India at Adelaide Oval.

New BJP govt in Haryana to take oath on Oct 17

New BJP govt in Haryana to take oath on Oct 17

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior BJP leaders and chief ministers of some other states will attend the event.

AAP threatens to exit INDIA if Cong goes solo in LS polls in Delhi

AAP threatens to exit INDIA if Cong goes solo in LS polls in Delhi

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

AAP chief spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar said its top leadership will take a call on attending the Mumbai meeting of the opposition bloc INDIA, following the statement by Lamba.

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

'Bharat' Atishi Takes Charge Of Delhi

'Bharat' Atishi Takes Charge Of Delhi

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Delhi's youngest Chief Minister Atishi took charge of the capital's government on Monday, September 23, 2024.

Cong reviews LS poll preparedness in Delhi amid AAP threat to exit INDIA

Cong reviews LS poll preparedness in Delhi amid AAP threat to exit INDIA

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and former party chief Rahul Gandhi, who were present at the meeting, asked party leaders to remain united and connected with the people, sources said.

AAP to hold mega rally against Centre's ordinance

AAP to hold mega rally against Centre's ordinance

Rediff.com22 May 2023

The Aam Aadmi Party on Monday said it will organise a 'maha rally' on June 11 against the Centre's 'black ordinance' that effectively gives the lieutenant governor control over administrative services, negating a Supreme Court order in favour of the Kejriwal dispensation.

Delhi youth murders parents, sister on their 27th wedding anniversary

Delhi youth murders parents, sister on their 27th wedding anniversary

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

A 20-year-old man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his parents and sister to death on their 27th wedding anniversary. The suspect, Arjun, reportedly confessed to the crime, stating he was angered by his parents' preference for his sister and their decision to give her the family property. Police are investigating the incident and have collected evidence against Arjun, including injuries on his hands consistent with the attack. There were no signs of forced entry, and the murder is believed to have occurred within an hour.

Alert Punjab cop thwarted Badal's murder bid

Alert Punjab cop thwarted Badal's murder bid

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

An alert Punjab Police ASI thwarted a murderous bid on Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on Wednesday. The incident took place while Badal was sitting on a wheelchair due to a fractured leg. The attacker, Narain Singh Chaura, a former terrorist, was overpowered by the ASI before he could fire his weapon. The incident has sparked controversy, with the opposition party criticizing the ruling AAP government's security measures.

Kejriwal 'ready to campaign for BJP if Modi...'

Kejriwal 'ready to campaign for BJP if Modi...'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to provide free electricity in the National Democratic Alliance-ruled states before the Delhi assembly elections, promising to campaign for the saffron party if he fulfills this demand.

'Shyambabu Made You Work Hard But...'

'Shyambabu Made You Work Hard But...'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

'Each of us will have a beautiful story to tell about him because he went beyond work and touched our lives. That's a rarity in this industry.'

Delhi area where 3 students had died flooded again

Delhi area where 3 students had died flooded again

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Delhi's Old Rajinder Nagar, where three students died due to flooding in the basement of a coaching centre last week, was flooded again following a spell of heavy rain on Wednesday.

AAP's mega rally against Centre's ordinance today

AAP's mega rally against Centre's ordinance today

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Elaborate security measures have been put in place in and around Ramlila Maidan where the Aam Aadmi Party will hold a 'Maha Rally' on Sunday against the Centre's ordinance on control of services in the national capital, police said.

How Many Crorepatis Fighting Haryana Polls?

How Many Crorepatis Fighting Haryana Polls?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Polling for the 90 seats of the Haryana assembly will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024.

AAP's Shelly Oberoi elected Delhi mayor unanimously

AAP's Shelly Oberoi elected Delhi mayor unanimously

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Incumbent Deputy Mayor Aaley Mohammad Iqbal also got another term at the post, as BJP candidate Soni Pal withdrew her nomination. Iqbal and Pal were the two rival candidates for the post of deputy mayor.

NC-led alliance stakes claim to form govt in J-K; oath-taking on Oct 16

NC-led alliance stakes claim to form govt in J-K; oath-taking on Oct 16

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Chief minister-designate Omar Abdullah met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to present letters of support from coalition partners, shortly after the Congress officially extended its backing to the party.

MVA parties reach consensus on 270 seats, talks still on

MVA parties reach consensus on 270 seats, talks still on

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

The Maha Vikas Aghadi of the Congress, the Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar, and the Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray on Wednesday announced to contest 85 seats each in Maharashtra assembly elections even as deliberations to seal a final seat-sharing pact are still underway.

Kejriwal has only lost 2 kg, not 8.5 kg, says Tihar jail

Kejriwal has only lost 2 kg, not 8.5 kg, says Tihar jail

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

A day after the Aam Aadmi Party claimed that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had lost 8.5 kg in prison, Tihar jail sources on Monday said he had only lost 2 kg and he was being regularly monitored by a medical board of AIIMS.

Stalemate ends, MVA likely to announce seat-sharing deal today

Stalemate ends, MVA likely to announce seat-sharing deal today

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Top leaders of the Opposition's Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance met in Mumbai late Tuesday night with indications that the seat-sharing arrangement for the November 20 Maharashtra assembly elections has been finalised.

On AAP's threat to boycott Opposition meet, Congress says...

On AAP's threat to boycott Opposition meet, Congress says...

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday said a decision on whether to oppose the Centre's ordinance on the control of administrative services in Delhi would be taken before the Parliament session.

Thanked my guru...: Atishi's 1st reaction after being named Delhi CM

Thanked my guru...: Atishi's 1st reaction after being named Delhi CM

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

'A first-time politician can only get such opportunities in AAP. Had I been in some other party, I wouldn't even have got a ticket to contest polls'

Delay in seat sharing makes smaller MVA allies uneasy

Delay in seat sharing makes smaller MVA allies uneasy

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The delay in finalising a seat allocation agreement among the Maha Vikas Aghadi allies for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections has ignited concerns among smaller constituents as the nomination process commenced on Tuesday.

Any alliance with Cong 'very difficult' until...: AAP after Oppn unity meet

Any alliance with Cong 'very difficult' until...: AAP after Oppn unity meet

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

At the meeting, many parties urged the Congress to publicly denounce the ordinance but the Congress refused to do so, claimed AAP, adding that the grand old party's "silence raises suspicions about its real intentions".

'Cong must earn': Omar on INDIA bloc leadership debate

'Cong must earn': Omar on INDIA bloc leadership debate

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed concerns about the Congress party's leadership role within the INDIA bloc, raising questions about their ability to justify their position. Abdullah highlighted a sense of disquiet among some allies, who feel the Congress isn't doing enough to earn its leadership position. While praising Sonia Gandhi's leadership, he also criticized the alliance's lack of consistent engagement and called for more structured communication to address potential disagreements. Abdullah's comments suggest underlying tensions within the opposition alliance, particularly regarding the Congress's electoral performance and seat distribution strategies.

Be ready to go to jail: Kejriwal as AAP gets national tag

Be ready to go to jail: Kejriwal as AAP gets national tag

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Describing the AAP's newly-acquired status of a national party in a short span of 10 years as a "miraculous and incredible" achievement, Kejriwal said it brings with it a huge responsibility as well.

Delhi AQI 'severe' for 3rd day, GRAP-III curbs imposed

Delhi AQI 'severe' for 3rd day, GRAP-III curbs imposed

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Curbs under Stage III include a ban on non-essential construction and demolition, closure of stone crushers and mining activities in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR).

'All Is Not Well With Election Commission'

'All Is Not Well With Election Commission'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'They refuse to be transparent. They refuse to be accountable.'

Satyendar Jain received Rs 7cr bribe? LG okays probe

Satyendar Jain received Rs 7cr bribe? LG okays probe

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

The Delhi L-G V K Saxena has approved a recommendation for a probe under the Prevention of Corruption Act against Satyendar Jain in a graft case related to CCTV installation in the city.

AAP to challenge Centre's 'unconstitutional' ordinance

AAP to challenge Centre's 'unconstitutional' ordinance

Rediff.com20 May 2023

The Aam Aadmi Party has charged that the ordinance, promulgated Friday night, "overturns" the May 11 apex court order giving the elected government in Delhi the control over services matter. The development has set the stage for an intense confrontation between the Arvind Kejriwal dispensation and the Centre and the Lt Governor.

INDIA bloc to move SC over EVM concerns in Maharashtra polls

INDIA bloc to move SC over EVM concerns in Maharashtra polls

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Meanwhile, the Congress' data analytics department chairperson Praveen Chakravarty on Tuesday wrote to Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, seeking assembly-wise voter rolls in excel sheet format for the Lok Sabha elections and the assembly polls in Maharashtra.

With polls due in February, Atishi has her task cut out

With polls due in February, Atishi has her task cut out

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Delhi Chief Minister-designate Atishi will have to hit the ground running to accelerate the city government's functioning and ensure that the flagship projects and schemes are back on track in view of the assembly polls due in February.

Meet Uddhav's Muslim Mavalas

Meet Uddhav's Muslim Mavalas

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

'If there is Sabka Saath, then why are you only talking about Hindu-Muslim?'

No joint rallies by Cong, SP as campaigning for UP bypolls ends

No joint rallies by Cong, SP as campaigning for UP bypolls ends

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

The Samajwadi Party (SP) and the Congress's alliance in Uttar Pradesh came under scrutiny as both parties did not hold a single joint campaign for the bypolls to nine assembly seats. While both parties maintained that the alliance is strong, BJP ally Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) claimed a crack in the alliance. The Congress opted out of the bypolls and announced coordination committees for all nine seats to support the SP. However, the absence of joint rallies raised questions about the alliance's strength. The SP campaign was spearheaded by its chief Akhilesh Yadav, while the Congress cited its leaders' busy schedules in Maharashtra and Jharkhand for the lack of joint campaigns. The bypoll results will be announced on November 23.

Cabinet nods two agri schemes worth Rs 1 lakh crore

Cabinet nods two agri schemes worth Rs 1 lakh crore

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Union Cabinet on Thursday approved two major schemes -- PM Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana and Krishonnati Yojana -- with an expenditure of over Rs 1 lakh crore to promote sustainable agriculture and ensure food security.

Kejriwal used 'scam' money to stay at luxury Goa hotel: ED

Kejriwal used 'scam' money to stay at luxury Goa hotel: ED

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal 'directly used' part of the alleged Rs 100 crore generated from the 'kickbacks' of the Delhi excise policy 'scam' by staying in a luxury hotel in Goa, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has claimed in its charge sheet filed against the Aam Aadmi Party supremo.

The one thing missing from Pat Cummins' legacy...

The one thing missing from Pat Cummins' legacy...

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Pat Cummins has never been part of a victorious Test series campaign against India, and the Australian captain wants to erase that blemish from his CV

God won't forgive Modi for Sisodia's arrest: AAP

God won't forgive Modi for Sisodia's arrest: AAP

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

AAP spokesperson and MLA Atishi said Sisodia was arrested because of growing popularity of the party and its leader Arvind Kejriwal.

A Hug After Two Years...

A Hug After Two Years...

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

What some of our politicians were up to on Friday, October 18, 2024.