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Canadian top cop urges Sikh community to 'speak out'

Canadian top cop urges Sikh community to 'speak out'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

The head of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has urged the Sikh community in Ottawa to speak out as they continue to investigate allegations linking the Indian government to a campaign of violence on Canadian soil.

Defence Is Key To India US Relationship

Defence Is Key To India US Relationship

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

The China threat continues to resonate in the strategic partnership between India and the USA, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Can't let police into establishment like this: SC in Jaggi case

Can't let police into establishment like this: SC in Jaggi case

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Transferring to itself a habeas corpus petition of a man alleging that his two daughters were held captive inside the premises of the Foundation, a bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud directed the Tamil Nadu police to not take any further action in pursuance of the Madras high court's direction asking it to inquire into the alleged illegal confinement of the women.

Quad statement includes subtle warning to China over Indo-Pacific

Quad statement includes subtle warning to China over Indo-Pacific

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

'We condemn recent illicit missile launches in the region that violate UN Security Council resolutions. We express serious concern over recent dangerous and aggressive actions in the maritime domain. We seek a region where no country dominates and no country is dominated one where all countries are free from coercion, and can exercise their agency to determine their futures,' the declaration said.

Canada leaked Nijjar info to Washington Post, didn't tell citizens

Canada leaked Nijjar info to Washington Post, didn't tell citizens

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Top Canadian officials have reportedly admitted to leaking details about India's interference to The Washington Post, but these specifics were not shared with Canadians, The Globe and Mail newspaper reported.

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

"If HR isn't responsive, it's critical to keep records of all interactions -- e-mails, dates and any conversations you had. If HR fails to help, escalate the matter to higher management or the internal complaints committee," says Smita Shetty Kapoor.

4 pro-YSRCP news channels off air in Andhra post polls; Oppn party moves TRAI

4 pro-YSRCP news channels off air in Andhra post polls; Oppn party moves TRAI

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

In a recent letter to TRAI, Reddy claimed the Andhra Pradesh Cable TV Operators Association took these four channels off air due to alleged coercion by the TDP-led government in the state.

Bishnoi gang connected to 'Indian govt agents': Canada

Bishnoi gang connected to 'Indian govt agents': Canada

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Incidentally, the allegations come at a time when Lawrence Bishnoi is in the news in India for his alleged involvement in the murder of Nationalist Congress Party leader Baba Siddique in Mumbai.

Days after Quad, China test-fires missile that can strike US cities

Days after Quad, China test-fires missile that can strike US cities

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

This is the first time in decades that China has made its flight test of an intercontinental ballistic missile public in an apparent show of strategic deterrence, State-run China Daily reported.

Understand Russian feeling; will acquire Canada: Trump's big remarks

Understand Russian feeling; will acquire Canada: Trump's big remarks

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said that he understands the Russian feeling with NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) being on their doorstep.

Kamala Harris accuses China of 'coercion, intimidation' in SCS

Kamala Harris accuses China of 'coercion, intimidation' in SCS

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Harris, in a major foreign policy speech as part of her three-day visit to Singapore, said America's vision includes the freedom of navigation which is vital to all.

Kiss of shame: Fresh trouble for ex Spain soccer boss

Kiss of shame: Fresh trouble for ex Spain soccer boss

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Prosecutor files complaint against Rubiales for sexual assault, coercion.

SC closes habeas corpus plea against Jaggi's foundation

SC closes habeas corpus plea against Jaggi's foundation

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday closed the proceedings in a habeas corpus petition filed by a man who had alleged that his two daughters were held captive inside the premises of spiritual leader Jaggi Vasudev's Isha Foundation at Coimbatore.

'India-China Ties Will Be Deeply Strained'

'India-China Ties Will Be Deeply Strained'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

'Tensions and dialogue are likely to go hand-in-hand with China.' 'The goal should be to cultivate power so that one can negotiate from a position of strength.'

Electoral Bonds: The Quid Pro Quo Factor

Electoral Bonds: The Quid Pro Quo Factor

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Which entrepreneur would willingly part with her or his hard-earned money for grasping, self-serving politicians? asks Debashis Basu.

Kerala shocker: Woman delivers in bathroom, throws newborn on to street

Kerala shocker: Woman delivers in bathroom, throws newborn on to street

Rediff.com3 May 2024

The police said the woman has been taken into custody after being traced using the address on the Amazon delivery packet in which the child was wrapped and thrown.

UP anti-conversion law applies to both marriages, live-in relationships: HC

UP anti-conversion law applies to both marriages, live-in relationships: HC

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Justice Renu Agarwal made the observation while rejecting a Hindu-Muslim couple's plea for police protection.

'Always Treat China With Caution'

'Always Treat China With Caution'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.' 'As Ronald Reagan famously said in the context of the SALT talks, 'Trust, but verify!' India should also do the same.' 'This has already begun with foot patrolling, drones, satellite imagery and so on. India's military deployment did mirror China's and will continue to do so in the future.'

Sandeshkhali: NCST team gets 23 complaints of torture, land-grab

Sandeshkhali: NCST team gets 23 complaints of torture, land-grab

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

NCST acting vice-chairperson Ananta Nayak said they have also received complaints against a politician, which they would include in their report to the President, the official added.

Sandeshkhali violence: NCPCR seeks probe into cruelty on child

Sandeshkhali violence: NCPCR seeks probe into cruelty on child

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The report indicates that the miscreants forcibly entered her house and physically assaulted her. Shockingly, they also snatched her infant daughter and callously threw her away, the commission said.

The Battle Of The Two Wills

The Battle Of The Two Wills

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

When there are two wills produced before the court, which one will be executed?

No relief for Porsche teen as JJB extends remand till June 25

No relief for Porsche teen as JJB extends remand till June 25

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

The Pune police through prosecutors sought the extension of the juvenile's custody for another 14 days at the observation home citing his safety.

Is soccer safe for women? Study reveals disturbing truth

Is soccer safe for women? Study reveals disturbing truth

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Close to half of women soccer fans in England and Wales have personally experienced sexist or misogynistic abuse at matches but most have never reported it to authorities, a new study by anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out revealed on Wednesday.

AIFF president Chaubey accused of 'corruption'

AIFF president Chaubey accused of 'corruption'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

All India Football Federation's principal legal advisor Nilanjan Bhattacharjee made serious 'corruption allegations' against president Kalyan Chaubey.

NHRC notice to Bengal DGP over detention of scribe covering Sandeshkhali

NHRC notice to Bengal DGP over detention of scribe covering Sandeshkhali

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

The National Human Rights Commission in a statement said the allegations raise a serious issue of violation of human rights and also restriction on the freedom of the press.

Indian man pleads guilty to attacking White House in a bid to 'seize power'

Indian man pleads guilty to attacking White House in a bid to 'seize power'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

According to the plea agreement, Sai Varshith Kandula (20), of St Louis, Missouri, crashed a rented truck into the White House perimeter, and he was attempting to gain access to the White House to seize political power.

Sheikh Shahjahan, his aides tortured tribals, took MNREGA wages: Probe team

Sheikh Shahjahan, his aides tortured tribals, took MNREGA wages: Probe team

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

The riverine Sandeshkhali area in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district -- situated on the borders of the Sunderbans, about 100 kilometres from Kolkata -- has been on the boil for more than a month with protests against Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Shahjahan, who is absconding, and his supporters.

Will Godi Media Change In Modi 3.0?

Will Godi Media Change In Modi 3.0?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'The election results mean that the Opposition can no longer either be ignored or attacked in the way that it has been.' 'For this reason it will be interesting to see how it behaves from here on and whether there is any change in its behaviour,' notes Aakar Patel.

Sandeshkhali: IPS officer claims BJP workers called him Khalistani

Sandeshkhali: IPS officer claims BJP workers called him Khalistani

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

A Sikh Indian Police Service officer, who was deputed at Dhamakhali to prevent senior West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party leader Suvendu Adhikari from visiting restive Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district, got agitated after a group of activists of the saffron party allegedly hurled the 'Khalistani' jibe at him.

ED arrest an assault on democracy, says Kejriwal; urges SC to release him

ED arrest an assault on democracy, says Kejriwal; urges SC to release him

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Earlier in the day, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud said he will look into Kejriwal's request for an early listing of his plea against a high court order upholding his arrest.

We want to decide our own matters by ourselves: Maldives Prez Muizzu

We want to decide our own matters by ourselves: Maldives Prez Muizzu

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

The parliamentary election result was also to prove that the Maldivians want "autonomy in choosing their future, without foreign coercion," President Muizzu said, without naming any country, according to the Sun.mv news portal.

Sikhs protest near Kolkata BJP office over cop being called Khalistani

Sikhs protest near Kolkata BJP office over cop being called Khalistani

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Around 200 people belonging to the Sikh community staged a demonstration in front of the Bharatiya Janata Party office in Kolkata on Wednesday, expressing solidarity with an Indian Police Service officer who had alleged that West Bengal party leader Suvendu Adhikari labeled him as a 'Khalistani'.

BJP's Asansol candidate Pawan Singh won't contest polls after backlash

BJP's Asansol candidate Pawan Singh won't contest polls after backlash

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Asansol is home to a sizeable migrant population, and the BJP had hoped that Singh would be an effective counter to Sinha, the actor-politician who was in the saffron party for decades before walking out in 2019.

Can G7 Decoupling From China Boost India?

Can G7 Decoupling From China Boost India?

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Indian policymakers are almost alone, alongside the United States, in seeking a hard and multi-sectoral global decoupling from China in the expectation that it will boost their economies, observes Mihir S Sharma.

Tami Nadu police's FIR cites video proof of ED officer taking bribe

Tami Nadu police's FIR cites video proof of ED officer taking bribe

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

The complainant, Dr T Suresh Babu, told his car driver to put the Rs 20 lakh cash, into the ED officer's car trunk.

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The trigger that led Japan and the Philippines to ink the deal was because of the deteriorating security situation in the South China Sea. China's coast guard increased the frequency and intensity of incursions into Philippine waters, provoking the Philippines to take countermeasures to deter China, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

U'khand UCC Bill: Jail, penalty for non-registration of live-in relationships

U'khand UCC Bill: Jail, penalty for non-registration of live-in relationships

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

The Uniform Civil Code of Uttarakhand, 2024 bill also says that any child born of a live-in relationship shall be considered a legitimate child.

Bengal BJP chief packed off in boat from Sandeshkhali sit-in

Bengal BJP chief packed off in boat from Sandeshkhali sit-in

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

After meeting party leaders in the area, Majumdar went straight to Sandeshkhali police station and later started a sit-in outside it.

Neither India nor US behind Pak's miseries, but ...: Ex-PM Nawaz Sharif

Neither India nor US behind Pak's miseries, but ...: Ex-PM Nawaz Sharif

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

The 73-year-old leader castigated the judges for legitimising military dictators.

Ex-Gujarat Congress chief Arjun Modhwadia joins BJP

Ex-Gujarat Congress chief Arjun Modhwadia joins BJP

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Modhwadia emphasised that he was not joining the BJP due to any coercion or allurement as claimed by the Congress.