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Wrong to prevent farmers from holding peaceful protests: Kejriwal

Wrong to prevent farmers from holding peaceful protests: Kejriwal

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Taking to Twitter, the Delhi chief minister said peaceful demonstration was a constitutional right of the farmers.

Adipurush Review: Why Mess With An Epic?

Adipurush Review: Why Mess With An Epic?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Cherry blossoms in Sri Lanka, Hanuman speaking Bombaiya, the mythical Sone Ki Lanka looking darkly Gothic, Raavan looking like a Bollywood dude... this is not modernisation. This is a travesty, asserts Deepa Gahlot.

Ukraine: Know What Black Tulip Does?

Ukraine: Know What Black Tulip Does?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine entered its 46th week.

Farmers continue to block Delhi-Chandigarh highway over MSP for sunflower seeds

Farmers continue to block Delhi-Chandigarh highway over MSP for sunflower seeds

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Farmers blocked the national highway in Pipli in Haryana's Kurukshetra district for a second day Tuesday over the MSP for sunflower seeds, with BKU leader Rakesh Tikait asking the state government to accept the demand or send farmers to jail.

Haryana farmers block Delhi-Chandigarh highway over MSP demands

Haryana farmers block Delhi-Chandigarh highway over MSP demands

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The "MSP Dilao, Kisan Bachao mahapanchayat", called by Bharatiya Kisan Union (Charuni), was being held at a grain market in Pipli close to National Highway-44 which was blocked by farmers a few days ago demanding that the government procure sunflower seed at MSP.

'Pawar is not interested in becoming PM'

'Pawar is not interested in becoming PM'

Rediff.com17 May 2023

'For a meaningful alliance, every party has to do some sacrifice.' 'That sacrifice will come only when you persuade people.' 'And that task can be done by only a leader like Sharad Pawar.'

7 booked for violence during pro-Khalistan protest in Chandigarh

7 booked for violence during pro-Khalistan protest in Chandigarh

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The Chandigarh police lodged the FIR on Wednesday late night in connection with the clash in which around 30 policemen, including the Rapid Action Force personnel, were injured while several police vehicles were damaged.

World Cup 2023: History

World Cup 2023: History

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

A look back at how the last 12 World Cups played out.

Delhi woman was dragged for 12 km: Here's what the cops say

Delhi woman was dragged for 12 km: Here's what the cops say

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Sagar Preet Hooda said fresh charges could be added against the five accused arrested in connection with the case on the basis of the post-mortem report.

Beware, The Wrath Of The People!

Beware, The Wrath Of The People!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

The protests seem unlikely to end until the people's anger and grievances with the leaders who have brought Sri Lanka to economic ruin are redressed.

Sri Lanka on the boil as anti-Rajapaksa protests enter 50th day

Sri Lanka on the boil as anti-Rajapaksa protests enter 50th day

Rediff.com28 May 2022

Sri Lankan police on Saturday fired tear gas and water cannons to disperse anti-government protestors here as the ongoing agitation demanding the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa over the worst economic crisis intensified as it entered its 50th day.

PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

A summary of the UEFA Champions League Group Stage action, on Wednesday.

India-made field gun to replace British 25-pounder for R Day's 21-gun salute

India-made field gun to replace British 25-pounder for R Day's 21-gun salute

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

The vintage artillery with 25-pounder guns that traditionally fires the thundering ceremonial 21-gun salute during the Republic Day celebrations will be replaced by 105 mm Indian field guns this year, as the government makes a further push for its Make in India initiative.

Imran Khan supporters clash with police, foil his arrest

Imran Khan supporters clash with police, foil his arrest

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Scores of PTI workers and policemen suffered injuries in the violent clashes. So far, no casualty has been reported.

Steady Scheffler takes lead into Masters final round

Steady Scheffler takes lead into Masters final round

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Scottie Scheffler had looked poised to run away with the Green Jacket on Saturday, but instead the Masters is set for a thrilling finish after the world No. 1 produced a brilliant escape on his final hole to take a three-shot lead going into the final round at Augusta National.

PIX: Real Madrid rally to victory; Manchester United lose

PIX: Real Madrid rally to victory; Manchester United lose

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Manchester United's miserable season continued with a 3-2 home defeat by Galatasaray.

When The TikTok Ban Killed Dreams

When The TikTok Ban Killed Dreams

Rediff.com31 May 2023

In India, TikTok unleashed creativity in people like never before until it was unceremoniously banned in June 2020, leaving them heartbroken.

In War, Both Sides Mourn

In War, Both Sides Mourn

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

The mother of Tseng Sheng-Kuang, 25, a Taiwanese fighter from the Carpathian Sich Battalion, who was recently killed in a battle against Russian troops, mourns while holding a Ukrainian national flag during a memorial ceremony in Lviv.

Watch: The IAF's Daring Rescue

Watch: The IAF's Daring Rescue

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.

Pakistan govt hints at legal options to ban Imran Khan's PTI

Pakistan govt hints at legal options to ban Imran Khan's PTI

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

He however clarified that it is ultimately up to the courts to officially ban a political party.

Badaun sisters' rape: Police fire water cannons at BJP protesters

Badaun sisters' rape: Police fire water cannons at BJP protesters

Rediff.com2 Jun 2014

Protesting the lack of law and order in the state and the rapes in the state, BJP workers stormed the streets, demanding the ouster of the Akhilesh Yadav government. Sharat Pradhan reports.

Sri Lanka declares emergency amidst protests over economic crisis

Sri Lanka declares emergency amidst protests over economic crisis

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

Sri Lanka has also imposed a police curfew in Western Province for six hours.

Violent stir near Prez house an act of terrorism, says Lankan govt

Violent stir near Prez house an act of terrorism, says Lankan govt

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

A statement issued by the presidential media division on Friday said an extremist group was behind the unrest near President Rajapaksa's residence in Mirihana.

Jharkhand assembly namaaz room row: Speaker forms all-party panel

Jharkhand assembly namaaz room row: Speaker forms all-party panel

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Amid a raging controversy over allotment of a 'namaaz' (Islamic prayer) room in the Jharkhand Assembly, speaker Rabindra Nath Mahto on Thursday formed an all-party, 7-member panel, on the last day of the Monsoon session to look into the issue and come out with a report within 45 days.

Bowlers beware! High totals loom in T20 World Cup

Bowlers beware! High totals loom in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Cricket's shortest format is unapologetically batter-biased and bowlers, often cast as cannon-fodder, derive nearly as much delight from a dot ball as they would from a dismissal in one-dayers or Tests.

Job aspirant holding tricolour thrashed in Bihar

Job aspirant holding tricolour thrashed in Bihar

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav has taken note of the incident and said action will be taken against those found guilty.

Lankan protesters withdrawing from official buildings

Lankan protesters withdrawing from official buildings

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

On July 9, protesters occupied President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's presidential palace and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's private house. The Prime Minister's Office was overrun on Wednesday.

Heavy police deployment to continue in Delhi's Jahangirpuri

Heavy police deployment to continue in Delhi's Jahangirpuri

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Clashes broke out between two communities during a Hanuman Jayanti procession in Jahangirpuri on Saturday, in which eight police personnel and a local resident got injured.

FIFA Women's WC PIX: Sweden unstoppable; SA, France enter last-16

FIFA Women's WC PIX: Sweden unstoppable; SA, France enter last-16

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

A much-changed Sweden side reached the Women's World Cup last 16 with a perfect record

'Modi has no baggage like Rahul does'

'Modi has no baggage like Rahul does'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

'When the Congress is put against someone like Narendra Modi, they do not have anything new to offer to the people of India.'

WC PIX: Portugal beat Uruguay to become third team into last 16

WC PIX: Portugal beat Uruguay to become third team into last 16

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Images from the FIFA World Cup Group H match between Portugal and Uruguay on Monday.

Mr Putin, How Many More Have To Die In Ukraine?

Mr Putin, How Many More Have To Die In Ukraine?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Days after Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi and China's President Xi Jinping expressed their concerns about the war in Ukraine with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the SCO summit in Samarkhand, the tyrant of the Kremlin has raised the military stakes in the conflict.

Lewandowski finally breaks his World Cup duck

Lewandowski finally breaks his World Cup duck

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Robert Lewandowski struck the goal that sealed Poland's victory over Saudi Arabia on Saturday.

PIX: Manchester United trounce Liverpool 4-0 on tour

PIX: Manchester United trounce Liverpool 4-0 on tour

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Manchester United got their pre-season off to a flying start with a 4-0 rout of rivals Liverpool in Thailand on Tuesday, giving new manager Erik ten Hag a big boost in his first match in charge.

Maharashtra frames rules to prevent honour killings, lynchings

Maharashtra frames rules to prevent honour killings, lynchings

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

The Maharashtra government has framed rules to prevent honour killings, 'khap panchayat' diktats, mob lynching as well as violence, and asked the director general of police to apprise personnel across the state force of their implementation, an official said on Friday.

Police foils BBC's Modi docu screening at Jamia, detains protesting students

Police foils BBC's Modi docu screening at Jamia, detains protesting students

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

The university administration said the screening will not be allowed and that they are taking all measures to prevent people and organisations with a "vested interest to destroy the peaceful academic atmosphere of the university".

Punjab cabinet calls assembly session on September 27, to move SC against guv order

Punjab cabinet calls assembly session on September 27, to move SC against guv order

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday said the session of the state assembly will be summoned on September 27.

EPL PIX: Man Utd back into top four

EPL PIX: Man Utd back into top four

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Images from Wednesday's action in the English Premier League.

The Top 10 Spy Thrillers On OTT

The Top 10 Spy Thrillers On OTT

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

As the second season of The Night Manager hits the OTT screen, Deepa Gahlot looks back at the top spy thrillers on streaming platforms.