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Removed as Gujarat NCP chief, Shankersinh Vaghela quits party

Removed as Gujarat NCP chief, Shankersinh Vaghela quits party

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Issuing a video message after his resignation, Vaghela expressed his displeasure about lone NCP MLA Kandhal Jadeja defying the party whip and indulging in cross-voting during the June 19 Rajya Sabha polls for four seats.

Sonia to G23 at CWC meet: I am full-time, hand-on Congress president

Sonia to G23 at CWC meet: I am full-time, hand-on Congress president

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

In an apparent message to the G23, Congress chief Sonia Gandhi on Saturday said she is a full-time, hands-on party president and there is no need for leaders to speak to her through the media.

Can Priyanka stop the Congress exodus?

Can Priyanka stop the Congress exodus?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

'About 90 per cent of our netas have no loyalty and will go with the winner.'

I-T returns: Avoid last-minute mistakes

I-T returns: Avoid last-minute mistakes

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Use of the incorrect form will result in your return being treated as defective, points out Suresh Surana, founder, RSM India.

Will Rahul take charge of Congress?

Will Rahul take charge of Congress?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

'I told Rahul: "You have to become president. Taalne se nahin hoga (you can't avoid the responsibility any longer)".' 'Rahul said: "I will think about it".'

U'khand: Ahead of floor tets, BJP claims support of more MLAs

U'khand: Ahead of floor tets, BJP claims support of more MLAs

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Amid ongoing uncertainty over the fate of Harish Rawat government which will face floor test in Uttarakhand assembly on March 28, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday claimed that at least five more MLAs from the Congress led alliance are ready to jump over to its side.

Trump says he is skipping Biden's inauguration on Jan 20

Trump says he is skipping Biden's inauguration on Jan 20

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

The last US president to skip the inauguration of his successor was Andrew Johnson, in 1869.

Rural India has declared itself open defecation-free: PM

Rural India has declared itself open defecation-free: PM

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

Respect for India is increasing all over. One can experience the change, Modi said.

How Scindia has emerged as a stronger leader in BJP

How Scindia has emerged as a stronger leader in BJP

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

'Scindia did not just come to a new party, it was an ideological shift for him. In the past one and a half years, Scindia never lost communication with RSS leaders in the state. He left no stone unturned to ensure his acceptability in the party'

BJP wins state polls 4-1, AAP bags Punjab as Congress is run out

BJP wins state polls 4-1, AAP bags Punjab as Congress is run out

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

In line with exit poll predictions, the Bharatiya Janata Party has taken an early lead in Uttar Pradesh, after one hour of counting.

Assam: 'Unemployment is a great danger'

Assam: 'Unemployment is a great danger'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2021

'There are more young people in Assam who are unemployed than possibly anywhere else.'

'BJP has crores to offer MLAs'

'BJP has crores to offer MLAs'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

'The BJP was looking at one or two disgruntled guys to see whether it can destabilise the government.' 'When the BJP does not win a state, it uses these back hand methods.'

'They know they have lost, so such desperate tactics'

'They know they have lost, so such desperate tactics'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

'Please do not threaten us with street violence.' 'Do you have some humanity left in you?'

Must read: Facts you must know about first pregnancy

Must read: Facts you must know about first pregnancy

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

It is important to visit an obstetrician as soon as you miss your first period after intercourse, suggests Dr Danny Laliwalla.

Trust vote to decide the fate of Manipur BJP govt today

Trust vote to decide the fate of Manipur BJP govt today

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Both the BJP and the Congress have issued whips to their 18 and 24 MLAs respectively asking them to be present in the Assembly and vote as per their party's line.

Goa court gives benefit of doubt to Tejpal in sexual assault case

Goa court gives benefit of doubt to Tejpal in sexual assault case

Rediff.com25 May 2021

In the 500-page order, the court has observed that the Investigating Officer (Crime Branch officer Sunita Sawant) did not conduct investigation on vital points of the eight-year-old case.

Maha drama shifts to assembly; all eyes on floor test

Maha drama shifts to assembly; all eyes on floor test

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

Now, irrespective of who supports whom, only a floor test in the assembly will decide if this government can continue or not.

How a 1979 film reflects Maharashtra's power play

How a 1979 film reflects Maharashtra's power play

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

The classic Marathi movie Simhasan would be an interesting watch today as it draws a parallels to the current political turmoil in Maharashtra.

Rahul says would consider leaders' request to become party chief in 2022

Rahul says would consider leaders' request to become party chief in 2022

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

Rahul Gandhi, in turn, thanked all the leaders for reposing faith in him and said he would apply his mind on their request of becoming the Congress president, the sources said.

Congress shifts Rajasthan MLAs to Jaisalmer hotel

Congress shifts Rajasthan MLAs to Jaisalmer hotel

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and other senior party leaders, including All India Congress Committee general secretary Avinash Pande and spokesperson Randeep Surjewala, also moved to Jaisalmer along with the MLAs in five chartered flights.

Now, Rajasthan govt to bring in anti-CAA resolution

Now, Rajasthan govt to bring in anti-CAA resolution

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

The resolution is likely to be passed on the very first day of the session, government sources said. The opposition BJP has said the government's move to bring the resolution will be strongly opposed.

Gehlot writes to Modi over bid to 'topple' his govt, names Shekhawat

Gehlot writes to Modi over bid to 'topple' his govt, names Shekhawat

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

In the letter written Sunday, he accused Shekhawat, other BJP leaders and some 'overambitious leaders' of his own party for being involved in the alleged attempt to bring down his Congress government.

Mayawati demands President's Rule in Rajasthan

Mayawati demands President's Rule in Rajasthan

Rediff.com18 Jul 2020

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, she said, had openly violated the Anti-Defection law and cheated the BSP for a second time by getting its MLAs included in the Congress.

Sharmila has made KCR her target

Sharmila has made KCR her target

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

She is criticising what is perceived to be KCR's strongest point -- welfare -- by charging the government with corruption.

Virgin Bhanupriya review

Virgin Bhanupriya review

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Moumita Bhattacharjee's advice: AVOID Virgin Bhanupriya!

Had to convince Nitish to continue as CM: Sushil Modi

Had to convince Nitish to continue as CM: Sushil Modi

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

'It is true that Nitish Kumar had shown reluctance to continue as chief minister after the assembly polls and said the BJP should stake claim for the top post'

Democracy, honesty, people of K'taka lost: Rahul

Democracy, honesty, people of K'taka lost: Rahul

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

Capping a three-week-long high-voltage intense power struggle triggered by a raft of resignations by rebel lawmakers that pushed the government to the brink of collapse, the motion in the Karnataka Assembly was defeated with 99 members voting for the motion and 105 against it.

UP polls: BJP working to stitch-up social alliances

UP polls: BJP working to stitch-up social alliances

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Joining hands with smaller parties with a political base in different castes was a part of the BJP strategy as it won big in Uttar Pradesh in the 2017 assembly polls and 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

Gujarat civic polls: BJP retains Gandhinagar; Cong bags Bhanvad

Gujarat civic polls: BJP retains Gandhinagar; Cong bags Bhanvad

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

The GMC poll was being seen as a litmus test for the BJP in the backdrop of its sudden and surprising decision to change the state's chief minister and the entire cabinet recently, ahead of the state Assembly polls due next year.

Elgar Parishad case: Activist Sudha Bharadwaj gets bail

Elgar Parishad case: Activist Sudha Bharadwaj gets bail

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

She has been in custody as an undertrial since her arrest in 2018.

Why Maruti is recalling over 77k Balenos, DZires

Why Maruti is recalling over 77k Balenos, DZires

Rediff.com27 May 2016

The Baleno cars covered in the recall include 17,231 export units.

Will always protect personal messages: WhatsApp

Will always protect personal messages: WhatsApp

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

The Indian government on Tuesday posed 14 questions to WhatsApp on its "invasive" changes in Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

EC Restrictions: Advantage BJP

EC Restrictions: Advantage BJP

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

Without doubt, the BJP is miles ahead in marshalling digital tools for electioneering better than any other party, observes Virendra Kapoor.

'Sex CD' row: K'taka ministers say moved court to prevent smear campaign

'Sex CD' row: K'taka ministers say moved court to prevent smear campaign

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Karnataka Ministers, who moved a court in Bengaluru seeking injunction against the media from publishing or airing anything 'defamatory or unauthenticated' against them, on Saturday said it was a precautionary measure against a 'big political conspiracy' targetting them.

Shyam Ramsay: People say the ghosts in my films were not scary

Shyam Ramsay: People say the ghosts in my films were not scary

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Shyam Ramsay tells us his 'horror' story.

Addicted to gadgets? Try these 5 vastu tips

Addicted to gadgets? Try these 5 vastu tips

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

According to vastu shastra there are various factors that contribute to gadget addiction and reduces communication and harmony among the members in family or an organisation:

Your Car Queries Answered

Your Car Queries Answered

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Auto experts from CarJasoos answer all your questions related to buying, selling or maintenance of new cars.

'We can defeat BJP in 2024'

'We can defeat BJP in 2024'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

'We may be weak now, but the importance of the Congress cannot be denied.'

Insects, fungus in Ramdev's noodles, ghee? Govt to check

Insects, fungus in Ramdev's noodles, ghee? Govt to check

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Action will be taken as per the rules if any serious defect is detected in Patanjali's products.

COVID-19 tip of the iceberg, says China's 'Bat woman'

COVID-19 tip of the iceberg, says China's 'Bat woman'

Rediff.com26 May 2020

Shi explained that she and a group of researchers obtained samples of coronavirus on December 30 last year and performed high-throughput sequencing of the samples and the isolation of pathogens.