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Congress protests in RS over 'abduction' of Gujarat MLA

Congress protests in RS over 'abduction' of Gujarat MLA

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

It alleged that Gujarat police abducted its MLA to influence the upcoming RS elections.

Govt wants to conduct security audit of WhatApp after hacking claims

Govt wants to conduct security audit of WhatApp after hacking claims

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

WhatsApp, last month, sued Israeli surveillance firm NSO Group, accusing it of helping those buying its spyware Pegasus break into the phones of roughly 1,400 users across four continents.

Cong criticism on LoP issue unfair: Venkaiah Naidu

Cong criticism on LoP issue unfair: Venkaiah Naidu

Rediff.com27 Jul 2014

Accusing Congress of indulging in unfair criticism on the Leader of Opposition issue, Parliamentary Affairs Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday asserted that the matter is in the purview of the Lok Sabha Speaker.

Cabinet approves 100% FDI in telecom

Cabinet approves 100% FDI in telecom

Rediff.com1 Aug 2013

In a major reform push, government on Thursday approved 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in the telecom sector, meeting a key demand of the fund-starved industry.

Opposition questions timing of quota bill

Opposition questions timing of quota bill

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

The Congress, the DMK, the RJD and the AAP were in the well of the house and continued to raise slogans against the government.

Cong uproar over 'renaming' of Hyderabad domestic airport disrupts RS

Cong uproar over 'renaming' of Hyderabad domestic airport disrupts RS

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

Protesting against naming of Hyderabad domestic airport, the Congress party on Thursday disrupted the pre-lunch sitting of Rajya Sabha contending that Rajiv Gandhi's name has been removed, leading to three adjournments.

Impeachment motion against CJI put on back burner for now

Impeachment motion against CJI put on back burner for now

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

There is ambiguity as some top leaders are not comfortable about moving the motion.

Christmas holiday and conversions stall RS for second day

Christmas holiday and conversions stall RS for second day

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Rajya Sabha failed to transact any business for the second straight day on Tuesday as opposition members persisted with their demand for a reply from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the issue of conversions and created ruckus on government's move to hold events in schools on Christmas holiday.

Conversion controversy washes out Rajya Sabha proceedings

Conversion controversy washes out Rajya Sabha proceedings

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

The Opposition members on Monday strongly raised the issue of religious conversions, and a controversial statement made by Bharatiya Janata Party MP Yogi Adityanath on the Ayodhya issue and a report that government schools have been asked to observe Good Governance Day on Christmas Day, in the Rajya Sabha.

No biz in Parliament for 20th day, RS adjourned 11 times

No biz in Parliament for 20th day, RS adjourned 11 times

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

In Rajya Sabha, the Opposition and the government clashed over technicalities of the passage of an anti-graft amendment bill with the latter insisting that it should be adopted without debate.

Govt launches portal to better biz climate

Govt launches portal to better biz climate

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

Sharma says efforts on to bring dissenting ministries on board eBiz platform.

Modi, not Rahul, insulted India on foreign soil: Cong

Modi, not Rahul, insulted India on foreign soil: Cong

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

The party slammed Smriti Irani for being an 'apologist' for the PM.

2019 poll ad spend to double to Rs 30 bn

2019 poll ad spend to double to Rs 30 bn

Rediff.com15 Dec 2018

Parties expected to splurge a fourth of advertising budget on social media.

Opposition parties meet CEC; seek deferring of budget till polls end

Opposition parties meet CEC; seek deferring of budget till polls end

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

Azad said electoral laws make it clear that the ruling party should have no advantage during elections and both the Opposition and the ruling side should be on an equal footing.

Uproar in RS, Opposition seeks action against 'gau rakshaks'

Uproar in RS, Opposition seeks action against 'gau rakshaks'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Congress says it is not principally against cow protection but is against targeting Dalits and Muslims in the name of gau raksha.

Cong wants Hegde slapped with sedition, seeks Modi's apology

Cong wants Hegde slapped with sedition, seeks Modi's apology

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Questioning the freedom movement led by Gandhi, Hegde said it was an "adjustment" with the British.

Ratan Tata meets Sharma post FIPB nod for airline venture

Ratan Tata meets Sharma post FIPB nod for airline venture

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

With the FIPB giving approval to the Tata-Singapore Airlines joint venture to start a full-service carrier, Tata Group Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata on Friday met Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma.

Hours after slamming achche din, Manmohan meets Modi at 7 RCR

Hours after slamming achche din, Manmohan meets Modi at 7 RCR

Rediff.com27 May 2015

former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the two discussed issues related to the economy and foreign policy.

Rahul's snub makes CP Joshi regret casteist remark; BJP lodges plaint

Rahul's snub makes CP Joshi regret casteist remark; BJP lodges plaint

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Joshi had reportedly said Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP MP Uma Bharti and Hindu activist Sadhvi Ritambhara are from "lower castes" and know nothing of Hinduism.

Curbs on gold import norms leading to smuggling: Minister

Curbs on gold import norms leading to smuggling: Minister

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

To check rising current account deficit, the government raised import duties and the RBI imposed curbs on import of the metal and also laid down various pre-conditions for inward shipments of the precious metal.

Opposition to move privilege motions against Swaraj in RS

Opposition to move privilege motions against Swaraj in RS

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

The opposition claimed that Swaraj misinformed the House on India's foreign policy.

Cong criticises Bhagwat over 'Hindus' comments

Cong criticises Bhagwat over 'Hindus' comments

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

Criticising RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat for his statement suggesting that all Hindustanis are Hindus, Congress today said India is a multi-cultural and multi-religious society which has not accepted RSS ideologue MS Golwalkar's definition of 'Hindutva'.

Decision on gold import curbs only after final CAD figures: FM

Decision on gold import curbs only after final CAD figures: FM

Rediff.com5 Mar 2014

Gold imports, which peaked at 162 tonnes in May, came down to 19.3 tonnes in November.

Will Congress allow Parliament to function? No, seems to be the reply

Will Congress allow Parliament to function? No, seems to be the reply

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Party justifies total washout of day's proceedings in Rajya Sabha, citing Dalit atrocity, insult to Congress CMs and the GST bill.

India opted for tough stand at WTO to protect poor: PM

India opted for tough stand at WTO to protect poor: PM

Rediff.com9 Aug 2014

Prime Minister Narandra Modi on Saturday said the government "chose" to take a tough stand in the recent WTO talks as it has to protect the interest of the poor people of the country rather than to look for good publicity in the international media.

Renuka threatens privilege motion against Rijiju for video

Renuka threatens privilege motion against Rijiju for video

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Both the Congress and its women's wing 'Mahila Congress' were livid and demanded apology from the prime minister.

Murder of democracy: Cong protests against BJP

Murder of democracy: Cong protests against BJP

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

The Congress protested vociferously both inside and outside Parliament on Monday against the political developments in Maharashtra as it stalled proceedings and accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of "murdering democracy" in the state.

Jaitley row: Opposition latches on to Advani parallel

Jaitley row: Opposition latches on to Advani parallel

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Opposition on Tuesday claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has signalled to Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to quit in the wake of DDCA row.

Ruckus in RS over 'role of Guvs' in Goa, Manipur

Ruckus in RS over 'role of Guvs' in Goa, Manipur

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

Anand Sharma (Congress) charged the BJP of 'committing theft (of mandate) by deceit'.

Why are FIIs fleeing from India? BJP has an answer

Why are FIIs fleeing from India? BJP has an answer

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

The BJP maintained that stability in economic growth and economic policies of the government along with strong currency attracts foreign investment.

Ready to discuss LoP issue if Cong approaches: Speaker

Ready to discuss LoP issue if Cong approaches: Speaker

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

With Congress raising the pitch on the issue of Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Monday said she was ready to discuss the issue with the party if approached.

UPA MPs to write to LS Speaker seeking quick call on LoP issue

UPA MPs to write to LS Speaker seeking quick call on LoP issue

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Upping the ante on the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition issue, Congress and its allies on Monday said they will write to Speaker Sumitra Mahajan seeking an immediate decision in the matter.

Congress, BJP spar over Rahul 'snooping' issue

Congress, BJP spar over Rahul 'snooping' issue

Rediff.com15 Mar 2015

Sparring over Delhi Police officials visiting Rahul Gandhi's residence intensified today with the Congress accusing the Modi government of "snooping" on opposition leaders while the Bharatiya Janata Party dubbed the charge on Congress vice president as "atrocious".

Pranab, Opposition leaders attend Rahul's first iftar party

Pranab, Opposition leaders attend Rahul's first iftar party

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

There was considerable disquiet in the Congress after Mukherjee accepted the invitation of the RSS to address its workers at its headquarters in Nagpur.

Sharma for easing gold import norms to check smuggling

Sharma for easing gold import norms to check smuggling

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

To check rising current account deficit, the government has raised import duties and the Reserve Bank of India had imposed curbs on import of the yellow metal and also laid down various pre-conditions for inward shipments of the precious metal.

Uproar in RS after Swamy drags Sonia's name into chopper deal

Uproar in RS after Swamy drags Sonia's name into chopper deal

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

Sparks flew in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday after BJP leader Subramanian Swamy dragged Sonia Gandhi's name in the AgustaWestland helicopter bribery case

EU lawmakers to visit Kashmir; briefed by PM, NSA

EU lawmakers to visit Kashmir; briefed by PM, NSA

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Modi told the delegation that urgent action was needed against those supporting and sponsoring terrorism.

Modi's 'Pakistan conspiracy' remark washes out Parliament

Modi's 'Pakistan conspiracy' remark washes out Parliament

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

Parliament proceedings were adjourned for a second day on Monday over the insinuations by Prime Minister Narendra Modi against his predecessor Manmohan Singh.

Govt takes ordinance route to ban instant triple talaq

Govt takes ordinance route to ban instant triple talaq

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

Addressing the media soon after the Union Cabinet cleared the ordinance, Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad cited compelling necessity for the move as the practice annulled by the Supreme Court continues unabated.

Summoning Samsung chief is an extreme step: Sharma

Summoning Samsung chief is an extreme step: Sharma

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

Describing Supreme Court's direction asking Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Kun-hee to appear before a Ghaziabad court in a cheating case an "extreme step", Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma on Friday said it would adversely impact investment and business climate.