News for 'aligarh'

RLD supporters, police clash in Muradnagar over Ajit Singh's eviction

RLD supporters, police clash in Muradnagar over Ajit Singh's eviction

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Rashtriya Lok Dal chief Ajit Singh's supporters on Thursday clashed with the police over the move to evict him from the government residence in Delhi even as the Centre rejected his demand that the house be converted into a memorial to his father, former Prime Minister Charan Singh.

Adlabs plans 45 radio stations

Adlabs plans 45 radio stations

Rediff.com6 Sep 2006

The company plans to enter new markets like Jammu, Srinagar, Aligarh and Bikaner

Indian squad: Pen sketches

Indian squad: Pen sketches

Rediff.com28 Feb 2006

With no tie-up in sight, Cong goes all out against SP

With no tie-up in sight, Cong goes all out against SP

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

The party will hold a series of protests against Akhilesh Yadav govt beginning with the 'gherao' of the secretariat next week.

Govt committed to restore AMU's minority status

Govt committed to restore AMU's minority status

Rediff.com10 Jan 2006

A week after the Allahabad high court verdict, the government Tuesday said it would "decide on steps" required to find a way to restore the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University.

Box Office: Kapoor & Sons is a hit!

Box Office: Kapoor & Sons is a hit!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

The hits and misses of the week.

'It's going to be a dirty Holi for me'

'It's going to be a dirty Holi for me'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Bollywood actors are looking forward to the festival of Holi, and have already made their plans for the day.

Why all Indians must oppose the CAB

Why all Indians must oppose the CAB

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

The Citizenship Amendment Bill would possibly be the first piece of legislation that is perniciously discriminatory on the basis of religion/faith, says Mohammad Sajjad.

Why did Varun apologise to Taapsee?

Why did Varun apologise to Taapsee?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

From kicks to cuts, Subhash K Jha gives the latest Bollywood buzz...

UP's record on law and order is disgraceful

UP's record on law and order is disgraceful

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

'Yogiji has neither been successful in reducing crime in the state nor has he been able to make the people feel that they are safe,' says one UP minister.

UP civic polls: BJP pockets 14 of 16 mayoral seats

UP civic polls: BJP pockets 14 of 16 mayoral seats

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath who went on a whirlwind tour of the state to ensure the victory of his party candidates, described it as a "historic win". He attributed the victory to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and BJP chief Amit Shah's guidance.

'Chawla is a long term prospect'

'Chawla is a long term prospect'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2006

It's not Bengaluru or Patna, these 98 places will be 'Smart Cities'!

It's not Bengaluru or Patna, these 98 places will be 'Smart Cities'!

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

Out of 98 cities selected for the Rs 48,000 crore Smart Cities project, 24 are capital cities.

Phase 2: All you want to know about the 97 seats

Phase 2: All you want to know about the 97 seats

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

In the second phase on April 18, 97 seats,spread across 13 states and one Union Territory, will go to the polls.

Centre to challenge Allahabad HC order on AMU

Centre to challenge Allahabad HC order on AMU

Rediff.com13 Oct 2005

Centre to challenge Allahabad HC order on AMU

12 rockets found by roadside in Bulandshahr

12 rockets found by roadside in Bulandshahr

Rediff.com5 Oct 2004

'Twelve rockets were found lying by the roadside on the Khurja-Aligarh road near the Gawana police station,' Bulandshahr senior superintendent of police R P Singh said, adding that one of them could be an anti-aircraft munition

AMU not minority institution, must follow reservation policy: RSS

AMU not minority institution, must follow reservation policy: RSS

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Asserting that Aligarh Muslim University is not a minority institution, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on Saturday said the varsity is committing a "big crime" by not implementing the policy of reservation for SCs, STs and OBCs.

Achche Din not in sight for India's Muslims

Achche Din not in sight for India's Muslims

Rediff.com13 May 2019

'As a student of history, I am no pessimist, but regardless of which party/coalitions comes to power on May 23, the space for secularism, pluralism and minority rights has shrunk significantly,' says Mohammad Sajjad.

ADB appraising rail plans

ADB appraising rail plans

Rediff.com23 Dec 2003

Alarming rise in local recruitment in terrorist groups: Report

Alarming rise in local recruitment in terrorist groups: Report

Rediff.com3 Jun 2018

As many as 20 more youths have joined the terrorist groups in the month of May which included Rouf from Ganderbal, a fourth-semester student pursuing a diploma course in government polytechnic, the officials said.

Security beefed up for Babri anniversary

Security beefed up for Babri anniversary

Rediff.com6 Dec 2003

Saturday marks the 11th anniversary of the demolition of the Babri Masjid.

'Modi wave is no longer that effective'

'Modi wave is no longer that effective'

Rediff.com31 May 2018

'Farmers' issues will rule the narrative in the 2019 elections.'

'The People of India are batting for the Idea of India'

'The People of India are batting for the Idea of India'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

'The people of India have not only challenged the ruling dispensation with the constitution, they have also opened the eyes of the leadership that sits in the Opposition.'

Sonia attacks Modi at Bihar rally: 'Some people only want to grab power'

Sonia attacks Modi at Bihar rally: 'Some people only want to grab power'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Thursday attacked Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi at a rally in Bihar's Kishanganj district.

NCW demands Akhilesh Yadav's resignation

NCW demands Akhilesh Yadav's resignation

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

Criticising the lack of efforts by the Uttar Pradesh administration to curb rising number of rape cases, the National Commission for Women on Monday demanded the resignation of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav.

The Mallah Factor in Bihar

The Mallah Factor in Bihar

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

'The Mallahs may remain divided between the two competing coalitions in Bihar,' says Mohammad Sajjad.

Box Office: Rocky Handsome flops

Box Office: Rocky Handsome flops

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

The hits and misses of the week.

'Throw him out. He is Muslim'

'Throw him out. He is Muslim'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2003

Day after attack, JNU becomes rallying cry for pan-India protests

Day after attack, JNU becomes rallying cry for pan-India protests

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Protests were held in many cities across the country. So far, no one has been arrested for the attack on students and teachers at JNU even as clamour for resignation of the V-C grew.

'The SIMI I founded was completely different'

'The SIMI I founded was completely different'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2003

'SIMI has been hijacked by elements in other countries and other Muslim societies, and some of them at least have become misguided and radical in their beliefs.'

Cong leaders demand Bharat Ratna for Kanshi Ram, Bhagat Singh

Cong leaders demand Bharat Ratna for Kanshi Ram, Bhagat Singh

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

Amid speculation that Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose may be named for the Bharat Ratna, a Congress leader on Sunday said Bahujan Samaj Party founder Kanshi Ram and Aligarh Muslim University founder Sir Syed Ahmed Khan should also be given the country's highest civilian award.

How would my mother know her father's date of birth?

How would my mother know her father's date of birth?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

'How many Indian parents, still alive, really have documents of, their parents's date and place of birth? Not more than 27% of still alive Indians have got birth certificates,' points out Mohammad Sajjad.

Woman raped in running train

Woman raped in running train

Rediff.com14 Apr 2003

The guard of the 4024 Kalindi Express and two others were alleged responsible for the act.

'Pakistan is no match for us'

'Pakistan is no match for us'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

'The Chinese have a set pattern. They demonstrate, warn, threaten, attack and withdraw.' 'We were lulled into complacency, but I am certain things are being corrected now.'

Tere Sur Aur Mere Geet: When Music was King

Tere Sur Aur Mere Geet: When Music was King

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Film music flourished in the 1970s. Some old masters did some great work, but it was also the decade of new composers.

Delhi: Constable among 4 killed in violent clashes over CAA, 50 injured

Delhi: Constable among 4 killed in violent clashes over CAA, 50 injured

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

The violence-affected areas witnessed several rounds of stone-pelting from pro and anti-CAA protesters. At least 11 police personnel, including DCP Shahdara and ACP (Gokalpuri) were injured. 2 CRPF personnel were also injured. All private and government schools in Northeast Delhi district will remain closed on Tuesday.

Protests erupt across India over citizenship law

Protests erupt across India over citizenship law

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Several protests -- some peaceful, some violent -- erupted across India on Monday against the police crackdown in Jamia Millia Islamia and the controversial citizenship law as students and political leaders took to the streets, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi called these protests "deeply distressing" and appealed for peace.

CISF jawan opens fire on colleagues; kills 4 superiors

CISF jawan opens fire on colleagues; kills 4 superiors

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

The CISF headquarters in Delhi said any issue related to service leave had nothing to do with the jawan taking the extreme step.