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'Mahagathbandan Lost Steam After Vote Chori Campaign'

'Mahagathbandan Lost Steam After Vote Chori Campaign'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'The campaign by the Mahagathbandan has failed to capture the imagination of the electorate given the fatigue factor with the Nitish government.'

Domestic expansion, Europe recovery to drive growth for Tata Steel

Domestic expansion, Europe recovery to drive growth for Tata Steel

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

There is positive sentiment for Tata Steel on the basis of strong domestic demand, a turnaround of European operations and moderate valuations. A combination of capacity expansion, efficiency gains, higher asset utilisation, and improved operating leverage may lead to margin expansions.

Sardar Patel wanted to unite Kashmir with India, but...: Modi

Sardar Patel wanted to unite Kashmir with India, but...: Modi

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations at the Statue of Unity, commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary with a unity pledge and parade.

Thackeray cousins, Pawar lead 'Satyacha Morcha' over 'vote theft'

Thackeray cousins, Pawar lead 'Satyacha Morcha' over 'vote theft'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

The Maha Vikas Aghadi, along with MNS, held a protest march in Mumbai against alleged irregularities in the voters list, claiming it favors the ruling BJP. Key leaders participated and addressed a rally highlighting issues like multiple entries and wrongful deletions.

Diwali returns to Maoist-hit regions after decades of unrest: Modi

Diwali returns to Maoist-hit regions after decades of unrest: Modi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted his commitment to eradicating Maoist terror from India, criticizing the previous Congress regime for allegedly supporting 'urban Naxals' and ignoring the violence they perpetrated. He highlighted the significant reduction in Maoist-affected districts and the surrender of numerous Naxalites as evidence of his government's success in combating the issue.

EC warns parties over 'misuse' of AI tools in Bihar poll

EC warns parties over 'misuse' of AI tools in Bihar poll

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Publishing and transmitting synthetically generated information is a deep threat and challenge because of its ability to masquerade as the truth, it said in a communication addressed to party presidents, chairpersons and general secretaries.

SIR showdown in Bengal: Mamata, BJP hold rallies

SIR showdown in Bengal: Mamata, BJP hold rallies

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Thousands of TMC supporters thronged the rally route, waving the party flags, raising slogans and holding aloft colourful posters.

AIFF secures full ownership of ISL!

AIFF secures full ownership of ISL!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

India's top-tier football league can no longer be owned or operated by private players as per the AIFF's new Constitution approved by the Supreme Court, which mandated the sport's apex body to take sole ownership of the product.

He should create 'Ministry of Insults': Priyanka's dig at Modi

He should create 'Ministry of Insults': Priyanka's dig at Modi

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Priyanka accused the prime minister of "speaking on unnecessary issues" while staying silent on corruption, unemployment and the alleged misrule under the NDA government in Bihar.

No regrets, support Yogi: Lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

No regrets, support Yogi: Lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, Rakesh Kishore said that he was hurt by the CJI's remarks while dismissing a plea seeking restoration of the structure of Lord Vishnu in the Javari temple in Khajuraho.

Jain monk begins indefinite fast over kabutarkhana closure

Jain monk begins indefinite fast over kabutarkhana closure

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The monk claimed that since the closure of the feeding area, the pigeon population has drastically declined.

Allowing green firecrackers in NCR on test case basis, says SC

Allowing green firecrackers in NCR on test case basis, says SC

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court issued interim directions permitting the sale and bursting of green firecrackers in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) during Diwali, outlining specific rules and restrictions.

Judgments must be free of external influence: Justice Bhuyan

Judgments must be free of external influence: Justice Bhuyan

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Supreme Court judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan emphasized the importance of delivering judgments without external influence to maintain public trust in the judiciary.

2 copper coins, one golden stick...: Banke Bihari treasury inspection ends

2 copper coins, one golden stick...: Banke Bihari treasury inspection ends

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

The 'Toshkhana' (treasury) of the Banke Bihari temple in Mathura, locked since 1971, was opened for inspection under the supervision of a Supreme Court-appointed committee. The inventory included copper coins, stones, silver and golden sticks.

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return In Force'

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return In Force'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Corporates now have multiple funding sources beyond banks, and many are sitting on large cash reserves.'

CJI Gavai recommends Justice Surya Kant as next Chief Justice of India

CJI Gavai recommends Justice Surya Kant as next Chief Justice of India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Justice Surya Kant, who was elevated as a judge of the Supreme Court on May 24, 2019, would have a tenure of over 1.2 years as the CJI. He is due to retire on February 9, 2027.

Not allowing girl to wear hijab to school denial of...: Kerala govt

Not allowing girl to wear hijab to school denial of...: Kerala govt

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The government said the right of the girl to wear a headscarf in her house and outside it, "does not stop at the school gate".

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'A bus driver should possess a comprehensive road plan: Toll plazas, major hospitals, road conditions, repairs, diversions, and dangerous areas.' 'Only through such preparation can we save lives.' 'Otherwise, simply sitting in the driver's seat and pressing the accelerator -- anyone can do that.'

Pace of volume recovery key to gains for Hindustan Unilever

Pace of volume recovery key to gains for Hindustan Unilever

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Hindustan Unilever Ltd's (HUL's) second quarter 2025-26 (Q2FY26) consolidated revenue rose 2 per cent to Rs 16,250 crore, with low or flat volume growth. Demand remained stable but goods and services tax (GST) transition and prolonged monsoon hurt offtake.

Read Nehru-Patel letters: Kharge to Modi on Kashmir remarks

Read Nehru-Patel letters: Kharge to Modi on Kashmir remarks

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Kharge alleged that it was the leaders of the Hindu Mahasabha and RSS and later, the Jan Sangh, who made statements that Kashmir should be declared an independent country.

Haryana police book Punjab ex-DGP, wife in son's death case

Haryana police book Punjab ex-DGP, wife in son's death case

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Haryana Police have booked former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana, and two others in connection with the death of their son, Akil Akhter, who died under suspicious circumstances in Panchkula. An SIT has been formed to investigate the case following social media posts by the deceased alleging threats to his life.

Presumption of constitutionality in favour of Waqf law, says SC

Presumption of constitutionality in favour of Waqf law, says SC

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Underscoring the 'presumption of constitutionality in favour of law', the Supreme Court on Tuesday said petitioners challenging the waqf law needed a 'strong and glaring' case for interim relief.

Could The Kurnool Bus Tragedy Have Been Avoided?

Could The Kurnool Bus Tragedy Have Been Avoided?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'This tragedy will not be the last -- you shall witness another tomorrow, perhaps another the day after, and increasingly more.'

Kharge cites Sardar Patel's letter to demand ban on RSS

Kharge cites Sardar Patel's letter to demand ban on RSS

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday said that in his personal opinion, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh should be banned as most law and order problems in the country are arising because of the Bharatiya Janata Party-RSS.

SC clears AIFF draft, spares Indian football FIFA ban

SC clears AIFF draft, spares Indian football FIFA ban

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The ruling means no fresh elections will be held, a move vital for Indian football since a mid-term poll could have triggered FIFA's wrath and another suspension for "third-party interference."

''It's Very Explosive Material'

''It's Very Explosive Material'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

'You can't make art with a point of view of fear. You have to present the truth.' 'That's why such films are not being made these days.' 'You never put the truth in the script because you fear you might offend somebody.'

Jobs Dry Up as Promises Fade in Ladakh

Jobs Dry Up as Promises Fade in Ladakh

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

As the years passed, joblessness in the region increased.

J-K LG sacks two teachers for alleged terror links

J-K LG sacks two teachers for alleged terror links

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha dismissed two government employees, both teachers, for their alleged links with terrorists. The action is part of Sinha's zero-tolerance policy against terrorism and a broader crackdown on the terror ecosystem within Jammu and Kashmir.

RJD pointed a katta at Cong's head: Modi in Bihar

RJD pointed a katta at Cong's head: Modi in Bihar

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday claimed that the Congress had been unwilling to accept Tejashwi Yadav as the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) chief ministerial candidate and relented only after the Rashtriya Janata Dal pointed a 'katta', an unlicensed country-made gun, at its head.

How are you getting money? Cong questions RSS registration, funding sources

How are you getting money? Cong questions RSS registration, funding sources

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge and Congress leader B K Hariprasad have raised concerns about the RSS not being a registered organization and questioned the sources of its funding, alleging that this lack of registration allows the RSS to evade government regulations. BJP leaders have defended the RSS, stating that registration is not mandatory for all organizations.

Dr Ambedkar's 1956 Buddhist Revolution

Dr Ambedkar's 1956 Buddhist Revolution

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

On October 14, 1956, Dr B R Ambedkar, fulfilling his long-held vow to renounce Hinduism, embraced Buddhism along with over 500,000 followers at Nagpur's Deekshabhoomi, marking a new era of social and spiritual liberation for India's Dalits.

'Emirates NBD Is In RBL For 15-20 Years'

'Emirates NBD Is In RBL For 15-20 Years'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

'It is not looking at valuation, but investment, growth and ultimately better profit for stakeholders.'

US hits 8th drug vessel, this time in Pacific; 2 killed

US hits 8th drug vessel, this time in Pacific; 2 killed

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

The United States on Wednesday struck an alleged drug vessel, an eighth such attack by the US, on the Pacific side of South America, according to Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth, as reported by CBS News.

Op Sindoor case: Ashoka University prof moves SC for passport release

Op Sindoor case: Ashoka University prof moves SC for passport release

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, previously booked for social media posts, has petitioned the Supreme Court for the release of his passport, a condition of his bail. The court will consider the plea on November 18.

'A Domestic Dispute That Became A National Dispute'

'A Domestic Dispute That Became A National Dispute'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'I wanted to go for the heart, and at the same time, open the audience's mind.'

139 Maoists lay down arms in two days in Maha, Chhattisgarh

139 Maoists lay down arms in two days in Maha, Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

139 Naxalite cadres surrendered in Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh, marking a significant turning point in the fight against Left Wing Extremism. The surrenders included a top Maoist strategist and were hailed as a sign of the movement's decline.

Laws can be stayed only in rare cases: SC after suspending part of Waqf law

Laws can be stayed only in rare cases: SC after suspending part of Waqf law

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court of India has stayed several key provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, citing potential violations of the Constitution. The court emphasized that laws should only be stayed in rare cases where provisions are manifestly unconstitutional or violate fundamental rights.

HC upholds probe into Munambam land, slams waqf board's tactic

HC upholds probe into Munambam land, slams waqf board's tactic

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The Kerala High Court has criticized the Kerala Waqf Board's claim on land in Munambam as a 'land grabbing tactic' and upheld the government's decision to appoint an inquiry commission to investigate the ownership of the disputed area.

'IOB Bets Big On M&A Financing'

'IOB Bets Big On M&A Financing'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'This is an area where good lending can happen, and that is one of the priorities for the next quarter.'

'On Track For GDP Growth Exceeding 6.8%'

'On Track For GDP Growth Exceeding 6.8%'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'I will not be surprised if there is a 7 per cent handle in front of the decimal place for the full financial year.'