SC relief for Rahul Gandhi over his remarks against Army

The Supreme Court on Thursday extended till April 22 next year its interim order staying proceedings against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a case related to his alleged derogatory remarks against......

Will D K Shivakumar Go The Sachin Pilot Way?

Even if D K Shivakumar wanted to oust Siddaramaiah, whose support would he take?The shrewd politician that he is, Siddaramaiah figured his rival had no option but to lump it, points out Aditi......

SC asks poll panel to respond to parties' pleas on SIR in 2 weeks

The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought separate responses of the Election Commission (EC) on pleas filed by DMK, CPI-M, West Bengal Congress and Trinamool Congress leaders challenging the Special......

'Bihar Has Never Delivered Such A One-Sided Mandate'

'This outcome is thoroughly unexpected.''I travelled extensively across villages, engaged in detailed discussions with residents, and consulted with party workers who had been canvassing from......

US trade officials may visit India in coming weeks

A team of US officials is expected to visit India in the coming weeks for the next round of discussions on the proposed interim trade agreement between the two countries, sources said.......

A Showdown That Could Reshape India's Derivatives Market

The Jane Street-Sebi saga is more than a legal dispute -- it's a litmus test for India's ambitions as a global financial hub. Illustrations: Dominic Xavier/Rediff A legal battle is looming -- one......

How well do you know these facts about Union Budget?

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1 will present a record eighth consecutive budget that is expected to contain measures to shore up weakening economic growth and ease the burden on......

Sitharaman creates history with 8th consecutive budget

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday made history as she presented a record eighth consecutive budget, which comes in the backdrop of slowdown in economy and demand for tax cuts for......

Ajay Singh Continues Reign At BFI Helm

Singh will be joined by new secretary general Pramod Kumar of Uttar Pradesh, who succeeds Assam's Hemanta Kalita.  IMAGE: Ajay Singh secured 40 votes while his rival Jaslal Pradhan got 26......

Will BCCI let Binny remain president until 75?

The proposed National Sports Bill carries a provision of increasing the upper limit of an age cap to 75 from the existing 70 for an administrator. IMAGE: Roger Binny, who had replaced Sourav......

Rajeev Shukla set to take over as BCCI president

IMAGE: Rajeev Shukla would be the active BCCI chief until fresh elections are held during the Board's annual general meeting in September. Photograph: BCCI Veteran cricket administrator Rajeev......

ED grills Azharuddin for hours in money laundering case

IMAGE: Mohammed Azharuddin has sought more time from ED after being asked to depose before the agency. Photograph: Mohammad Azharuddin/Facebook The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday questioned......