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Kanhaiya Lal murder accused gets bail, Gehlot slams BJP

Kanhaiya Lal murder accused gets bail, Gehlot slams BJP

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Mohammad Javed, one of the accused in the tailor Kanhaiya Lal murder case in Rajasthan's Udaipur in 2022, was on Thursday granted bail by the Rajasthan high court. Reacting to the development, former chief minister Ashok Gehlot alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party used the case to gain electoral advantage, whereas BJP leader Rajendra Rathore said his party's government was committed to punishing the culprits behind the murder.

Shakib apologises for 'silence' during Bangladesh protests

Shakib apologises for 'silence' during Bangladesh protests

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has apologised for his 'silence' during protests in the country.

Key decisions taken at the 55th GST Council meet

Key decisions taken at the 55th GST Council meet

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

The GST Council on Saturday postponed a decision on cutting tax rate on life and health insurance premiums, officials said. The 55th meeting of the GST Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising state counterparts, decided that some more technicalities needed to be ironed out and tasked the GoM for further deliberations.

Think Before You Make A Complaint!

Think Before You Make A Complaint!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

National Commission concluded that false and baseless allegations had been made in the complaint to claim a highly exaggerated and atrocious amount of compensation.

PCB demands compensation of 'around 447 crore rupees' from BCCI

PCB demands compensation of 'around 447 crore rupees' from BCCI

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to take its compensation claim case against the Board of Control for Cricket in India to the disputes resolution committee of the International Cricket Council.

Cyclone Dana: No lives lost, but 36 lakh people affected in Odisha

Cyclone Dana: No lives lost, but 36 lakh people affected in Odisha

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

The worst-hit districts include Kendrapara, Balasore and Bhadrak, while the human casualty 'still stands at zero,' he told reporters in Bhubaneswar.

Nepal plane crash victims' kin may lose millions in relief

Nepal plane crash victims' kin may lose millions in relief

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

The air carriers' liability and insurance draft bill has proposed a five-fold increase in compensation in case of death or injury, the report said.

7 dead as 400-year-old fort wall collapses in MP

7 dead as 400-year-old fort wall collapses in MP

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

The fort, called 'Rajgarh', is believed to be 400 years old, and once housed a museum which was later shifted elsewhere, said a local resident.

Farmers tear-gassed after offering tea, flower shower; several hurt

Farmers tear-gassed after offering tea, flower shower; several hurt

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

A group of 101 farmers resumed their foot march to Delhi on Sunday to press the Centre for various demands, including a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP). However, they were stopped at the barricading by Haryana Police who cited a prohibitory order clamped by the Ambala administration. The farmers have been pressing for various demands, including a legal guarantee for MSP, a farm debt waiver, pension for farmers and farm labourers, no hike in electricity tariff, withdrawal of police cases (against farmers), and "justice" for the victims of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence. Reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act, 2013 and compensation to the families of farmers who died during the previous agitation in 2020-21 are also part of their demands.

ICC faces 50m pound GCC claim

ICC faces 50m pound GCC claim

Rediff.com15 Jun 2003

GCC have asked for a ninth of the 550-million dollars they paid, citing breach of contract by teams at the World Cup.

Utter mismanagement: Kharge, Rahul on Bengal train crash

Utter mismanagement: Kharge, Rahul on Bengal train crash

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Gandhi alleged the increase in railway accidents in the last 10 years is a "direct result of the mismanagement and negligence of the Modi government, which has resulted in loss of lives and property of passengers on a daily basis".

GMR sticks to $1.4 bln claim for Male contract termination

GMR sticks to $1.4 bln claim for Male contract termination

Rediff.com25 Apr 2014

This is the first time that the Maldives government has acknowledged that compensation has to be paid to GMR.

Cong worker dies during protest near UP assembly; party blames police

Cong worker dies during protest near UP assembly; party blames police

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

A Congress worker died during a protest near the Uttar Pradesh Assembly in Lucknow, India, on Wednesday. The Congress party alleged the worker, Prabhat Pandey, died due to "police brutality," while police said he was brought to the hospital unconscious and had no visible injury marks. An investigation is underway, and a post-mortem is to be conducted by a panel of doctors.

No respite for footballer over sexual assault claim

No respite for footballer over sexual assault claim

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Spanish court rejects Brazil footballer's Dani Alves appeal against remand over sex claim

Indo-Pak compensation case: ICC Dispute Panel starts hearing

Indo-Pak compensation case: ICC Dispute Panel starts hearing

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Monday was the first day of the hearing, which will conclude on Wednesday.

MUDA 'scam' threatening Sidda govt goes back 3 decades

MUDA 'scam' threatening Sidda govt goes back 3 decades

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

The Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case over which the Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot accorded sanction for investigation against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has its origins more than three decades ago.

Hemant Soren: The tumultuous rise of Jharkhand's youngest CM

Hemant Soren: The tumultuous rise of Jharkhand's youngest CM

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Hemant Soren, the youngest chief minister of Jharkhand, has navigated a tumultuous political journey marked by legal battles, party rivalries, and personal setbacks. Despite facing challenges, he has emerged as a powerful advocate for the rights of tribal communities, earning his place as a formidable figure in the state's political landscape. This article explores his rise to power, his leadership style, and the key initiatives he has undertaken for the betterment of Jharkhand.

'Why should a player ask for money to play for India?'

'Why should a player ask for money to play for India?'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

The All India Tennis Association claimed that Sumit Nagal demanded an annual fee of $50,000 to play Davis Cup ties for India.

Getting compensation for tech glitches could be a tough task for investors

Getting compensation for tech glitches could be a tough task for investors

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Lawyers say compensation may be an uphill task for investors because of a lack of judicial precedent and broader institutional difficulties.

UP STF guns down 2nd robbery accused; Akhilesh's wish, says his father

UP STF guns down 2nd robbery accused; Akhilesh's wish, says his father

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The Uttar Pradesh Police on Monday said it has gunned down a second accused in the Sultanpur jewellery store robbery case in a pre-dawn encounter in Unnao district. "Akhilesh Yadav's wish has been fulfilled, a Thakur has been encountered," said the father of Anuj Pratap Singh.

Landslide survivors' rehab key issue in Wayanad LS bypoll

Landslide survivors' rehab key issue in Wayanad LS bypoll

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Local residents have stressed that land acquisition for rehabilitation must be completed promptly, as it has been delayed after estate owners challenged it in the Kerala high court.

Karnataka Bypolls: Sidda's Future On Line

Karnataka Bypolls: Sidda's Future On Line

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Beleaguered Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's political credibility will be tested by the outcome of the three by-elections. And cries that he must resign will become shriller if the Congress loses them.

NEET-UG grace mark row explained: What happened and why

NEET-UG grace mark row explained: What happened and why

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

There have been allegations of inflation of marks in NEET-UG which has led to a record 67 candidates sharing top rank with perfect score.

What makes Hemant Soren Jharkhand's unchallenged leader

What makes Hemant Soren Jharkhand's unchallenged leader

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Despite these challenges, his strong voice for the state's tribal population has been central to his political identity

US court issues summons in Pannun's case against India, Doval

US court issues summons in Pannun's case against India, Doval

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun has filed a civil lawsuit against the Government of India and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, with a US court issuing summons in the case.

Selling Undivided Property? Read This

Selling Undivided Property? Read This

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

'Ensure that all property-related documents are up-to-date.' 'Relying on outdated documents can create legal complications.'

Shivakumar's remark on Shakti scheme sparks row, Sidda clarifies

Shivakumar's remark on Shakti scheme sparks row, Sidda clarifies

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, the CM said, "There is no situation for revisiting it at the government level. There is no such intention, there is no such proposal."

Hooch tragedy kills 25 in Bihar; 12 arrested

Hooch tragedy kills 25 in Bihar; 12 arrested

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Eighteen more people lost their lives after allegedly consuming illicit liquor in dry Bihar's Siwan and Saran districts, taking the toll in the tragedy to 24, officials said on Thursday.

Mehbooba sues former J-K Guv for defamation over Roshni claim

Mehbooba sues former J-K Guv for defamation over Roshni claim

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti Friday sent a legal notice to former Jammu and Kashmir governor Satya Pal Malik seeking Rs 10 crore compensation for his alleged "defamatory" remarks against her.

PM Modi dials Manu, lavishes praise on Olympic bronze medallist

PM Modi dials Manu, lavishes praise on Olympic bronze medallist

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Modi lauded the shooter for the manner in which she redeemed herself after the disappointment in Tokyo.

PMLA provisions cannot become ED's tools, says SC in Balaji's bail order

PMLA provisions cannot become ED's tools, says SC in Balaji's bail order

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The Supreme Court on Thursday said constitutional courts cannot allow provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act to become instruments in the hands of the Enforcement Directorate to continue incarceration for a long time.

Singur saga: How Tata's Nano exit reshaped Bengal's political, industrial landscape

Singur saga: How Tata's Nano exit reshaped Bengal's political, industrial landscape

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

On the eve of Durga Puja in October 2008, industrialist Ratan Tata announced that Tata Motors would withdraw from the nearly completed Nano car plant in Singur, attributing the decision to Mamata Banerjee's anti-land acquisition movement, which he claimed had derailed what was meant to be a "groundbreaking project" -- the world's cheapest car.

'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.

Explained: Supreme Court's Property Judgment

Explained: Supreme Court's Property Judgment

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'A rigid or overly broad interpretation could lead to a chilling effect on investments and growth in sectors traditionally driven by private initiative.' 'Entrepreneurs may fear that their assets could be arbitrarily appropriated by the State under the guise of serving the 'common good' without sufficient legal safeguards.' 'The judgment thus supports a more nuanced view, one that balances individual property rights with public welfare objectives.'

Is Your Car Insured For This Monsoon?

Is Your Car Insured For This Monsoon?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

It is essential to have a comprehensive motor policy, and not just a third-party cover, as the latter does not protect your own vehicle.

Speeding Mercedes drags Delhi cyclist after mowing him down; driver held

Speeding Mercedes drags Delhi cyclist after mowing him down; driver held

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

According to the victim's family members, the car allegedly hit his cycle from behind and it was dragged on the road for several metres.

Tribals launch protests against eviction from 54 tiger reserves

Tribals launch protests against eviction from 54 tiger reserves

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The tribal communities, asserting their rights under the Forest Rights Act, are now planning to gather in Delhi to demand "justice" for their livelihoods and traditions that are closely linked to the forests.

Punjab CM denied political clearance to visit Paris

Punjab CM denied political clearance to visit Paris

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The Centre has denied political clearance to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for his visit to Paris to support the Indian Hockey team at the Olympic Games, an official source said on Saturday.

Fighting Workplace Harassment? What You Can Expect

Fighting Workplace Harassment? What You Can Expect

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

'Filing a workplace harassment case against a well-known company or professional can bring risks like retaliation, harm to your career and emotional stress,' warns Smita Shetty Kapoor.

Opposition seeks compensation for migrants who died during lockdown

Opposition seeks compensation for migrants who died during lockdown

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

Several opposition members, including from the Dravida Munnetra Kazagham and the Communist Party of India-Marxist, also pointed out that the government took almost two months to impose the lockdown after the first case came to light in January, and claimed the delay had proved costly.