News for 'code of conduct'

Bihar school teacher jailed for 'don't vote for Modi' remark in classroom

Bihar school teacher jailed for 'don't vote for Modi' remark in classroom

Rediff.com19 May 2024

District education officer Ajay Kumar Singh said teacher Harendra Rajak's conduct was brought to his notice by family members of several students of the government secondary school at Amrakh in Kurhani block.

High drama as AAP leaders denied entry to PM, CM residences

High drama as AAP leaders denied entry to PM, CM residences

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

The Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday said Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh and Delhi minister Saurabh Bhardwaj would accompany the media on a tour of the chief minister's residence, which the Bharatiya Janata Party claims was turned into a 'Sheesh Mahal' during Arvind Kejriwal's tenure.

U'khand madrasas to have NCERT syllabus, dress code

U'khand madrasas to have NCERT syllabus, dress code

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The idea is to help madrasa students join the academic mainstream and prepare them for a better future.

Warner's return to power: Leadership ban lifted

Warner's return to power: Leadership ban lifted

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

David Warner's lifetime leadership ban rescinded by Cricket Australia

Bangladesh's Tanzim fined for verbal spat

Bangladesh's Tanzim fined for verbal spat

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

The incident took place in the third over of the Nepal chase on Sunday when Tanzim had a verbal spat with Nepal skipper Rohit Paudel

NMC withdraws guidelines listing lesbianism as offence

NMC withdraws guidelines listing lesbianism as offence

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

The National Medical Commission on Thursday withdrew and cancelled guidelines under Competency Based Medical Education Curriculum in which it had reintroduced sodomy and lesbianism as unnatural sexual offences in the forensic medicine and toxicology curriculum for undergraduate medical students.

DC pacer Salam reprimanded

DC pacer Salam reprimanded

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Rasikh shone with the ball in DC's narrow win on Wednesday, finishing with figures of 3/44 from four overs, taking the important wickets of B Sai Sudarshan, Shahrukh Khan and R Sai Kishore.

Sebi board decides to tighten SME IPO norms and more

Sebi board decides to tighten SME IPO norms and more

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

The Sebi board on Wednesday approved a series of measures, including stricter regulatory norms for SME IPOs, a comprehensive overhaul of investment banking regulations, and an expanded definition of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI). Also, the board approved reforms to boost ease of doing business for Debenture Trustees, ESG rating providers, InvITs, REITs, and SM REITs.

Fate of 683 candidates in balance as 43 seats in Jharkhand vote

Fate of 683 candidates in balance as 43 seats in Jharkhand vote

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

However, in 950 booths, voting will end at 4 pm, though people standing in the queue at that time will be able to exercise their franchise.

EC issues notice to BSP gen secy for violation of conduct code

EC issues notice to BSP gen secy for violation of conduct code

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

The Election Commission on Thursday charged Bahujan Samaj Party general secretary Satish Misra of violating the election model code of conduct.

After backlash, Army scraps seminar on UCC in J-K

After backlash, Army scraps seminar on UCC in J-K

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The Army cancelled the event "due to implementation of the Model Code of Conduct".

Sri Lanka's Thirimanne fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Sri Lanka's Thirimanne fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Rediff.com22 Aug 2015

Sri Lankan middle-order batsman Lahiru Thirimanne was today fined 30 per cent of his match fee for 'showing dissent at an umpires's decision.'

Gujarat govt to form panel for implementing Uniform Civil Code

Gujarat govt to form panel for implementing Uniform Civil Code

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

Earlier, the BJP governments in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh had announced implementation of the UCC in their states.

IPL: DC captain Pant suspended for one match; fined heavily!

IPL: DC captain Pant suspended for one match; fined heavily!

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Rishabh Pant will miss Sunday's crucial match against RCB after he was handed a one-match suspension for maintaining a slow over-rate.

Lalu fined Rs 6000 in 2009 model poll code violation case

Lalu fined Rs 6000 in 2009 model poll code violation case

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad was fined Rs 6,000 by a court in Jharkhand's Palamu district on Wednesday for violating the model code of conduct during the 2009 assembly elections in the state.

India moves closer to simultaneous LS, state polls with Cabinet nod

India moves closer to simultaneous LS, state polls with Cabinet nod

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday took a major step to implement its key plank of "one nation, one election" as the Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the constitutional amendment bill to roll out the concept of simultaneous Lok Sabha and state assembly polls, sources said.

David, Pollard fined for illegal assistance to SKY

David, Pollard fined for illegal assistance to SKY

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

Mumbai Indians batter Tim David and batting coach Kieron Pollard have been fined 20 percent of their respective match fees for breaching the IPL's Code of Conduct during the match against Punjab Kings in Mullanpur on April 18.

Relief for madrasas in UP as SC reverses HC verdict

Relief for madrasas in UP as SC reverses HC verdict

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

The high court erred in holding that the law was violative of the principle of secularism, said a bench comprising Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra.

Maha polls: '1,440 VVPATs matched with EVM counts'

Maha polls: '1,440 VVPATs matched with EVM counts'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'These machines are standalone devices with no external connectivity, making hacking impossible. The chip in EVMs is one-time programmable, ensuring no changes can be made. Strict security and administrative protocols further prevent any tampering'

EC says Vijayvargiya's 'chunnu-munnu' remark violated poll code

EC says Vijayvargiya's 'chunnu-munnu' remark violated poll code

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

The commission had issued a notice to the BJP leader on October 26 seeking his reply. According to the notice, the statement made in Sanwer, Indore, during an election rally on October 14 against the two was found to be in violation of the provisions of the model code.

Dera chief gets 20-day parole, but EC bars his Haryana entry

Dera chief gets 20-day parole, but EC bars his Haryana entry

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

The Haryana government on Tuesday granted 20-day parole to the sect chief, official sources said.

'No Point In Giving Election Commission Such Power'

'No Point In Giving Election Commission Such Power'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

'They have been found wanting in taking stern measures to stop this because the Constitution has given them this authority and the power to ensure a free and fair election in the country.'

ICC reprimands Wade for dissent against umpires

ICC reprimands Wade for dissent against umpires

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Australian wicketkeeper-batter Matthew Wade has been reprimanded by the ICC for "showing dissent at an umpire's decision" during his side's win over England in the T20 World Cup

NIA conducts raids in 4 states in crackdown on ISIS; 3 questioned in Guj

NIA conducts raids in 4 states in crackdown on ISIS; 3 questioned in Guj

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

The National Investigation Agency on Sunday conducted searches at several places in Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra in connection with cases of Islamic State activities.

ICC suspends Hasaranga for two matches, Gurbaz fined

ICC suspends Hasaranga for two matches, Gurbaz fined

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

The ICC has suspended Sri Lanka captain Wanindu Hasaranga for two matches and docked a fine of 15 per cent on the match fee of Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz for breaching its Code of Conduct during the third T20I in Dambulla.

Secret pact with Raj? Uddhav not to campaign in Mahim

Secret pact with Raj? Uddhav not to campaign in Mahim

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Stating that Mahim was his party's seat, Uddhav said there was lack of time to hold a rally in each and every constituency of the state.

UCC won't be allowed in Jharkhand: CM Soren's reply to Shah

UCC won't be allowed in Jharkhand: CM Soren's reply to Shah

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Soren emphasised that Jharkhand would adhere only to the Chotanagpur Tenancy and Santhal Pargana Tenancy Acts to protect tribal culture, land, and rights.

Indian junior shooters reported for breaking code at World C'ships

Indian junior shooters reported for breaking code at World C'ships

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

The official confirmed that one of the senior officials accompanying the contingent had submitted a report to the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) and "everyone, including the coaching staff will be called for questioning soon".

Dera chief Gurmeet seeks 20-day parole ahead of Haryana polls

Dera chief Gurmeet seeks 20-day parole ahead of Haryana polls

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The Dera chief has sought to stay in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, during the parole period, if granted.

AAP locks horns with EC over party's LS poll campaign song

AAP locks horns with EC over party's LS poll campaign song

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

The over two-minute campaign song, penned and sung by AAP MLA Dilip Pandey, was released at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Thursday.

Delhi HC junks plea to disqualify Modi from contesting polls

Delhi HC junks plea to disqualify Modi from contesting polls

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

A petition had sought Modi's disqualification from contesting polls for allegedly seeking votes in the name of deities.

Act against Modi for 'insult to Hinduism' remark: DMK to EC

Act against Modi for 'insult to Hinduism' remark: DMK to EC

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

In a letter to the poll panel dated March 21, DMK's Organisation Secretary R S Bharathi alleged Modi made that claim in Tamil Nadu while campaigning for the ensuing LS polls. Modi's remark was a gross violation of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 and the Model Code of Conduct.

EC raps Shrinate, Ghosh, puts them on watch for anti-women slur

EC raps Shrinate, Ghosh, puts them on watch for anti-women slur

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The Election Commission on Monday censured BJP leader Dilip Ghosh and Congress'd Supriya Shrinate for derogatory remarks against the dignity of women.

BJP behind Kejriwal, Ram Rahim getting bail: Robert Vadra

BJP behind Kejriwal, Ram Rahim getting bail: Robert Vadra

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's husband Robert Vadra on Tuesday alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party was behind Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh and Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal being out of jail to campaign in the Haryana polls with an aim of denting the Congress' chances.

Lesbianism as sexual offence back in NMC curriculum

Lesbianism as sexual offence back in NMC curriculum

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

The National Medical Commission has reintroduced 'sodomy and lesbianism' as unnatural sexual offences in the forensic medicine and toxicology curriculum for undergraduate medical students.

T20 WC: Uganda player approached for fixing?

T20 WC: Uganda player approached for fixing?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

a former Kenya pacer tried to contact a Ugandan team member multiple times from different numbers during the T20 World Cup.

'Election Commission Has Been Found Wanting'

'Election Commission Has Been Found Wanting'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

'One of the principles of the MCC that you should not make hate speeches and create hatred between communities on the basis of religion was violated on a scale that was never seen before.' 'Religious symbols were very liberally used and speeches were made to polarise people on the basis of religion.'

SC takes note of Allahabad HC judge's remark at VHP event

SC takes note of Allahabad HC judge's remark at VHP event

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

The Supreme Court has sought details from the Allahabad High Court regarding controversial statements made by Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav at a VHP function. The development comes amid calls for action against the judge for his remarks, which have been labeled as hate speech by some. The judge's statements were made at a VHP function on December 8, where he spoke about the Uniform Civil Code and the law working according to the majority. Several individuals and organizations, including lawyer Prashant Bhushan and CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat, have called for an inquiry into the judge's conduct and for his removal from judicial duties.

Smoking, alcohol force Japan gymnast out of Paris Olympics

Smoking, alcohol force Japan gymnast out of Paris Olympics

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

JGA officials said Miyata arrived in Japan on Thursday after leaving the team's training camp in Monaco for investigation, which confirmed the violation including drinking alcohol.

EC 'Super Super Cautious' About Modi

EC 'Super Super Cautious' About Modi

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

The first time the Election Commission has taken cognisance of a model code of conduct complaint against a sitting prime minister.