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Atiq's murder as heinous as Umesh Pal's: Mayawati

Atiq's murder as heinous as Umesh Pal's: Mayawati

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

It would be better if the Supreme Court takes cognisance of this 'extremely serious and worrisome' incident, which is being discussed across the country, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister said.

Kashmir: Vote For Hope After A Long Decade

Kashmir: Vote For Hope After A Long Decade

Rediff.com13 May 2024

It's just not a date. It's just not about selecting a candidate. It's not about helping some candidate win. It's about expressing emotion, after ten years, that could reach out in India and beyond it, notes Sheela Bhatt.

'BJP has changed the functioning of Election Commission'

'BJP has changed the functioning of Election Commission'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

'The Election Commission cannot be regulated by the government.'

Misbah to head Pakistan's Cricket Technical Committee

Misbah to head Pakistan's Cricket Technical Committee

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday announced the formation of a Cricket Technical Committee (CTC) to be headed by former captain Misbah-ul-Haq.

Atiq murder: UP police conduct flag march, patrolling in several districts

Atiq murder: UP police conduct flag march, patrolling in several districts

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

In the aftermath of the incident, the UP police also conducted a flag march in Lucknow's Husainabad.

'How can you call such an election free and fair?'

'How can you call such an election free and fair?'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

'The BJP is racing against its opponents by putting a chain on their legs.'

Why top Pakistan cricketers are contemplating terminating central contracts

Why top Pakistan cricketers are contemplating terminating central contracts

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Some of the top cricketers are contemplating terminating their central contracts with the Pakistan Cricket Board after some were refused NOCs to go and play in foreign T20 leagues.

Asia Cup: Pakistan make four changes for must-win game vs SL

Asia Cup: Pakistan make four changes for must-win game vs SL

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Pakistan's bowlers had gone for plenty against India and they will look to comeback strongly in what is a virtual semi-final against Sri Lanka.

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Every player in this team is hungry for success: Babar Azam

NHRC issues notice to UP police over killing of Atiq, brother

NHRC issues notice to UP police over killing of Atiq, brother

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Uttar Pradesh Police over the killing of gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad and his brother Ashraf when they were being escorted by police in Prayagraj, officials said on Tuesday.

Why was Atiq Ahmad paraded before media, SC asks UP govt

Why was Atiq Ahmad paraded before media, SC asks UP govt

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

The SC also asked the UP government how the killers got the knowledge that they were being taken to hospital.

Inzamam resigns as PCB chief selector over conflict of interest

Inzamam resigns as PCB chief selector over conflict of interest

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

The legendary Inzamam-ul Haq has resigned as chairman of the national selection committee after the Pakistan Cricket Board initiated an inquiry to probe if his association with a company that manages a number of the national team's players pertains to conflict of interest.

'There are chances AAP can disintegrate'

'There are chances AAP can disintegrate'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

'If Kejriwal is adamant on running his government from jail, then his government could be dismissed and Article 356 imposed on Delhi, in other words President's rule in Delhi.'

UP forms panel to probe encounter of Atiq's son Asad

UP forms panel to probe encounter of Atiq's son Asad

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

The state government announced the formation of a two-member judicial enquiry committee to probe the encounter in Jhansi.

3 constables among 5 policemen suspended for negligence in Atiq killing

3 constables among 5 policemen suspended for negligence in Atiq killing

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Five police personnel were suspended on Wednesday for negligence in connection with the killing of mafia-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf, a senior officer said in Prayagraj on Wednesday.

SC to hear plea on probe into Atiq killing on April 24

SC to hear plea on probe into Atiq killing on April 24

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

The plea sought the setting up of an independent expert committee to probe the killing of Atiq and Ashraf.

Atiq's 'in case I am killed' letter being sent to CJI, Yogi

Atiq's 'in case I am killed' letter being sent to CJI, Yogi

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

A letter by Atiq Ahmed with instructions to send it to the Uttar Pradesh chief minister and the Chief Justice of India in case of his death is being dispatched to them, the slain gangster-turned-politician's lawyer said on Tuesday.

PCB to take up Rizwan's controversial dismissal with ICC

PCB to take up Rizwan's controversial dismissal with ICC

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

'I am not against technology in the game. But if it brings doubt and confusion, it is not acceptable. Some decisions were not understandable. The ball hitting the stumps is always out. I will never understand why there is an umpire's call.'

'Whether You Win Or Lose In War...'

'Whether You Win Or Lose In War...'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

'...It is important for you to take a stand.' 'It is a sin to remain silent when the basic structure of the Constitution is being attacked.'

'You can never write off Arvind Kejriwal'

'You can never write off Arvind Kejriwal'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

'This is the biggest crisis Kejriwal is facing in his life.' 'If he is able to come out of this, then he will have a great future.'

6 people named in Umesh Pal murder case killed so far

6 people named in Umesh Pal murder case killed so far

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Ten people were named in the first information report (FIR) registered at the Dhoomanganj Police Station of Prayagraj on February 25, a day after Umesh Pal was killed.

Atiq admitted to having links with ISI, Lashkar, says FIR

Atiq admitted to having links with ISI, Lashkar, says FIR

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad, who was shot dead along with his brother at point-blank range, had admitted during questioning by police that he had links with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence and militant outfit Lashkar-e-Tayiba, according to a first information report (FIR).

'What BJP did in Maharashtra they are doing in Punjab!'

'What BJP did in Maharashtra they are doing in Punjab!'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'One needs to understand what kind of means the BJP use to bring other party leaders in their party.' 'They are unscrupulous politicians and money plays an important role.'

'CAA has got nothing to do with Muslim community'

'CAA has got nothing to do with Muslim community'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

'Nowhere does the CAA state that Muslims will be deprived of their Indian citizenship.'

Chargesheet filed in Umesh Pal murder case, 8 accused named

Chargesheet filed in Umesh Pal murder case, 8 accused named

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Agrahari said the case against the eight men was filed at the complaint of Umesh Pal's wife Jaya Pal.

NIA most wanted among 3 terrorists arrested in Delhi

NIA most wanted among 3 terrorists arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Delhi Police on Monday arrested one of National Investigation Agency's (NIA) most wanted terrorists Mohammad Shahnawaz Alam and his two associates who were part of an Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)-sponsored module 'disguised' as an Islamic State (IS) module and seized incriminating material, including those suspected to be used in an improvised explosive device (IED) fabrication, officials said.

Warner silences critics with breezy ton to put Australia in control

Warner silences critics with breezy ton to put Australia in control

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Opener David Warner brushed aside any doubts about his Test match pedigree on Thursday with a brutal 164-run assault on Pakistan's bowlers.

'One man runs Congress and he is not Rahul or Kharge'

'One man runs Congress and he is not Rahul or Kharge'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'Congress leaders who are making strategy for the Congress to win elections have not even won a class monitor elections.' 'When you have not contested school monitor elections, what will you know about the ground reality?'

Afridi may be rested for 3rd Test vs Aus in Sydney

Afridi may be rested for 3rd Test vs Aus in Sydney

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

The source added that team officials and selectors had discussed Afridi's case with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Zaka Ashraf.

Stand-off between PCB and top players end: Babar 'extremely satisfied'

Stand-off between PCB and top players end: Babar 'extremely satisfied'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The central contracts stand-off between Pakistan Cricket Board and top national players ended on Wednesday.

'Rahul Gandhi Has No Idea How To Resurrect Congress'

'Rahul Gandhi Has No Idea How To Resurrect Congress'

Rediff.com3 May 2024

'Rahul Gandhi never gets firsthand information. He does not know what is good or bad going on in the party.'

'I was not comfortable in BJP as I am a liberal'

'I was not comfortable in BJP as I am a liberal'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

'In the BJP I realised they are a different people with different mindset. They had a different ideology which was more rigid, and somewhere I was not comfortable.'

SC to hear pleas for probe into Atiq Ahmad, brother's killings on July 14

SC to hear pleas for probe into Atiq Ahmad, brother's killings on July 14

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

The Supreme Court on Monday said it would hear on July 14 pleas, including the one filed by the sister of slain gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmad and Ashraf, seeking constitution of a commission chaired by a retired apex court judge to inquire into their "custodial" and "extra-judicial deaths".

Atiq's killing: Security upped across UP, Internet shut in Prayagraj

Atiq's killing: Security upped across UP, Internet shut in Prayagraj

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) have been issued in all districts of Uttar Pradesh to prevent any untoward incident.

Ashraf proposes names for caretaker PM ahead of Pak polls

Ashraf proposes names for caretaker PM ahead of Pak polls

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

Two days before the Pakistan Peoples Party-led government completes its term, Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf today proposed the names of former finance minister Abdul Hafeez Shaikh, economist Ishrat Hussain and retired judge Mir Hazar Khan Khoso for the post of caretaker premier.

'No way Kejriwal can be saved'

'No way Kejriwal can be saved'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

'The evidence against Kejriwal is strong.'

UP cops search for Atiq aide Guddu Muslim in Odisha

UP cops search for Atiq aide Guddu Muslim in Odisha

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

The DGP clarified that the UP Police has however, not arrested any person from Odisha.

'Atiq's murder could have been remote-controlled'

'Atiq's murder could have been remote-controlled'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

'The prowess with which they executed the shootings unmistakably bear the imprint of someone who has had professional training.'

Political turmoil hits cricket: Will Pakistan make it to 2023 World Cup?

Political turmoil hits cricket: Will Pakistan make it to 2023 World Cup?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Pakistan PM forms high-level committee to decide on national team's participation in ODI World Cup

Babar Azam, Rizwan Perform Haj

Babar Azam, Rizwan Perform Haj

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Pakistan's cricket captain is with his mother in Mecca; Rizwan is with his mother and wife.