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IMAGES: Govindas protest SC Dahi Handi rule

IMAGES: Govindas protest SC Dahi Handi rule

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

The 'govindas' showed black flags, formed a pyramid on the road and used a ladder to break the Dahi Handi as a sign of protest.

8 dead in violence as SUVs run over farmers protesting UP Dy CM visit

8 dead in violence as SUVs run over farmers protesting UP Dy CM visit

Rediff.com3 Oct 2021

Angry protesters allegedly forced the two vehicles to stop and set them on fire.

US woman diplomats go on 'auto-pilot' to connect with people

US woman diplomats go on 'auto-pilot' to connect with people

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Ann L Mason, Ruth Holmberg, Shareen J Kitterman and Jennifer Bywaters love to go around in their black and pink three-wheelers, driving themselves for all their work, including 'official trips'. These diplomats have taken to the common man's commute not just for fun, but also to set an example.

Rahul halts Bharat Jodi Yatra due to bad weather

Rahul halts Bharat Jodi Yatra due to bad weather

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Amid incessant rains, Gandhi resumed the march from Ramban Wednesday morning but inclement weather forced its suspension. The march will now resume on Friday as tomorrow is a rest day.

'China will try to reactivate North East'

'China will try to reactivate North East'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

'Increased help from China to North East insurgents will create more trouble for us.'

On I-Day, Modi sports tricolour turban at Red Fort

On I-Day, Modi sports tricolour turban at Red Fort

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

The prime minister is known for his tradition of donning flamboyant and colourful turbans for his Independence Day and Republic Day looks since 2014.

Gujarat police is spying on me: AAP's Manish Sisodia

Gujarat police is spying on me: AAP's Manish Sisodia

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia on Thursday accused the Gujarat police of spying on him, a day after party leader Arvind Kejriwal was briefly "detained" in Gujarat while on a tour to "inspect" development in Narendra Modi's state.

Why Pakistan Government Spared Mani Shankar Aiyar

Why Pakistan Government Spared Mani Shankar Aiyar

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

It was only a matter of hours before I would be declared persona non grata; all my work would turn to ashes, and I would be revealed as a typical untrustworthy Indian. I steeled myself for the axe to fall.

Australian Muslim groups condemn Sydney cafe siege

Australian Muslim groups condemn Sydney cafe siege

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Over 40 Australian Muslim groups have expressed "utter shock and horror" over the siege at a popular Sydney cafe in which a number of people have been taken hostage, including an Indian techie.

Sydney siege: The brave waitress who escaped the terror

Sydney siege: The brave waitress who escaped the terror

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

An armed gunman on Monday took several people hostage at the Lindt Chocolat Cafe in Sydney and forced two people to hold what appeared to be a black flag bearing Islamic slogans written in Arabic in the store's window.

Union minister Babul Supriyo attacked

Union minister Babul Supriyo attacked

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

Video footage of the incident showed Supriyo standing on the footboard of a vehicle and a stone landing on his chest.

Why 'all Hindu terrorists' had RSS links: Digvijay

Why 'all Hindu terrorists' had RSS links: Digvijay

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

Firing yet another salvo at RSS, Congress General Secretary Digvijay Singh alleged that all arrested "Hindu terrorists" had links with the Sangh.

Janata Parivar merger final; one flag, one symbol: Lalu

Janata Parivar merger final; one flag, one symbol: Lalu

Rediff.com5 Apr 2015

RJD President Lalu Prasad Yadav said on Sunday that the merger of six Janata Parivar parties to counter the BJP has already "happened".

Britain And The World Mourn The Queen

Britain And The World Mourn The Queen

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The first inclination we had that Queen Elizabeth II had passed into the ages was a glimpse of the Union Jack flying at half mast over Buckingham Palace during the BBC's sterling non-stop coverage after her doctors stated their concerns on the British monarch's health on Thursday.

In I-Day address, Modi sets the tone for 2024 polls

In I-Day address, Modi sets the tone for 2024 polls

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Setting the tone for his 2024 re-election bid, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for waging a war against the 'three evils' of corruption, appeasement and dynastic politics, stepped up the OBC outreach with a mega scheme and exuded confidence he would return to address the nation from the Red Fort next year.

Soldiers open fire at Naga locals killing 14; jawan dies in rioting

Soldiers open fire at Naga locals killing 14; jawan dies in rioting

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

The first firing which killed six civilians, occurred when army personnel mistook coal mine workers returning home in a pick-up van singing songs on Saturday evening, to be insurgents belonging to the Yung Aung faction of the banned outfit National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), about whose movements they had been tipped-off.

Frankfurt players display '#blacklivesmatter' on game shirts

Frankfurt players display '#blacklivesmatter' on game shirts

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

Eintracht Frankfurt changed their team shirt to display "#blacklivesmatter" on the front for their German Cup semi-final at Bayern Munich on Wednesday to take a stand against racism, the club said. Athletes across the world have joined in support of protests triggered by the death of unarmed black man George Floyd in US police custody last month.

PIX: Arsenal rally to hold Chelsea; City, United win

PIX: Arsenal rally to hold Chelsea; City, United win

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Images from the Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Kerala Guv faces protests at History Congress for CAA remark

Kerala Guv faces protests at History Congress for CAA remark

Rediff.com28 Dec 2019

Khan, who was the Chief Guest at the function, was addressing the delegates, when he touched upon the protests over CAA referred to by two earlier speakers. This led to the objections being raised by some delegates at the venue.

Punjab govt gives Rs 2 lakh compensation to 83 held for R-day tractor rally

Punjab govt gives Rs 2 lakh compensation to 83 held for R-day tractor rally

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi on Friday announced to provide Rs 2 lakh as compensation to 83 people arrested by Delhi Police for carrying out a tractor rally in the national capital on January 26.

Taliban parade captured US military equipment

Taliban parade captured US military equipment

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

In the second-biggest city of Kandahar, a long line of green armoured vehicles was driven in single file on Wednesday, with the group's flags attached to it, Dawn reported cities agencies.

Three EPL games postponed ahead of the Queen's funeral

Three EPL games postponed ahead of the Queen's funeral

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Brighton & Hove Albion's match against Crystal Palace on Saturday will also remain postponed.

PIX: Manchester United win League Cup for first trophy in six years

PIX: Manchester United win League Cup for first trophy in six years

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Manchester United crushed Newcastle United's hopes of a claiming a first domestic trophy for nearly 70 years with a clinical 2-0 victory in the League Cup final at Wembley on Sunday.

NRIs: Pop Nationalism To Identity Supremacy

NRIs: Pop Nationalism To Identity Supremacy

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Brand India's societal divisions and distortions have remained as much relevant in 'liberal' America and Europe as it still is in the structurally stratified Indian society of the 21st century, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Why did Tom Cruise Cry At Cannes?

Why did Tom Cruise Cry At Cannes?

Rediff.com19 May 2022

A six-minute standing ovation at the end of the screening and a surprise Palme d'Or left Tom with glistening eyes.

Code Name: Tiranga Review: Too Dull

Code Name: Tiranga Review: Too Dull

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Code Name: Tiranga makes Deepa Gahlot feel nostalgic for Naam Shabana and forgive Dhaakad.

Cong protests for second day against MPs' suspension

Cong protests for second day against MPs' suspension

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

The Congress top brass staged a dharna in Parliament for the 2nd day in protest against suspension of its MPs.

Iceland Changes You Forever

Iceland Changes You Forever

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

The story of Iceland is the story of life, notes Payal Singh Mohanka after a recent journey to that fascinating land.

Nadda attack: MHA summons WB chief secy, DGP on Dec 14

Nadda attack: MHA summons WB chief secy, DGP on Dec 14

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

The state government, however, has not sent any report as sought by the Union home ministry on "serious security lapses" during Nadda's two-day visit to West Bengal.

In Chandigarh, Congress workers detained ahead of PM's visit

In Chandigarh, Congress workers detained ahead of PM's visit

Rediff.com11 Sep 2015

Congress workers said they had planned to show black flags to Modi during his visit in protest against the alleged anti-people polices of the Centre.

PICS: Commonwealth Games 2022 kick-off with slick show

PICS: Commonwealth Games 2022 kick-off with slick show

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

The opening ceremony has been created by British screenwriter Steven Knight, who had produced the famous crime drama 'Peaky Blinders'.

The Must-Visit City By The Lake

The Must-Visit City By The Lake

Rediff.com27 May 2023

The elegant architecture, tree-lined roads, delightful gardens, delicious food, art and military history make Chandigarh an ideal short-trip destination.

Germany seeks forgiveness 50 years after Munich Games attacks

Germany seeks forgiveness 50 years after Munich Games attacks

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Members of the Israeli Olympic team were taken hostage on September 5, 1972 at the athletes' village by Palestinians from the Black September group.

Hundreds attend Moosewala's bhog ceremony

Hundreds attend Moosewala's bhog ceremony

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Many people were also carrying posters mentioning 'black day on May 29' and 'Moosewala amar rahe' and demanded 'justice for Moosewala'.

Met Gala 2021: The BOLDEST Looks

Met Gala 2021: The BOLDEST Looks

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

See how these celebrities turned heads at the 2021 Met Gala.

PHOTOS: It wasn't a quake that brought this town down

PHOTOS: It wasn't a quake that brought this town down

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Free from the Islamic State, Syria's Kobani now lies in ruins.

Sydney hostage crisis continues, 5 flee cafe

Sydney hostage crisis continues, 5 flee cafe

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Several people, including an Indian techie, were taken hostage by an armed man at a popular caf in Sydney and forced to display an Islamic flag, triggering a security alert in Australia and leading to evacuation of key buildings, including the Indian Consulate.

Bengal Guv to visit violence-hit areas in Nandigram

Bengal Guv to visit violence-hit areas in Nandigram

Rediff.com14 May 2021

West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday said he would visit places in Nandigram, where post-poll violence was allegedly reported.

100 days of protest: Farmer leaders firm on demand to repeal laws

100 days of protest: Farmer leaders firm on demand to repeal laws

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Farmer leaders on Saturday said the protesting unions stand firm on their demand of a complete repeal of the three agri laws and asserted that they are ready for talks with the government, but that should be held without any condition.

Youth killed in fresh Kashmir clashes, toll reaches 58

Youth killed in fresh Kashmir clashes, toll reaches 58

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

Earlier, a youth injured during clashes last week succumbed at a hospital in Srinagar on Monday morning.