News for 'diamond-jubilee'

President Confers Honours On Bodyguard

President Confers Honours On Bodyguard

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

On September 30, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the diamond jubilee Silver Trumpet and Trumpet Banner to the President's Bodyguard at a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan in recognition of 75 years of glorious service.

We will deport every infiltrator from India: Amit Shah

We will deport every infiltrator from India: Amit Shah

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance in the Bihar polls was a mandate against infiltrators in the country because citizens will never favour those parties that support such illegal immigrants.

Privatisation of banks unlikely to hurt national interest: FM

Privatisation of banks unlikely to hurt national interest: FM

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday allayed apprehension that privatisation of state-owned banks would hurt financial inclusion and national interest. She said the bank nationalisation done in 1969 has not yielded the desired result as far as financial inclusion was concerned.

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'They wanted the city to be a great business hub. They didn't like the fact that taxes collected in Bombay would go outside the city.'

PM, Prez join EC's Diamond Jubilee celebrations

PM, Prez join EC's Diamond Jubilee celebrations

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

The Election Commission's Diamond Jubilee celebrations on Monday got off to a start with the country's top leadership expressing serious concern over malpractices ranging from money and muscle power to paid news syndrome vitiating the electoral process.The leaders called for corrective action by the EC and the political parties to cleanse it of the evils, even as they praised the contribution in the last 60 years of the commission.

Nepal honours climbers to mark Everest diamond jubilee

Nepal honours climbers to mark Everest diamond jubilee

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Nepal on Wednesday felicitated some of the top names in mountaineering, including an Indian, to mark the diamond jubilee of the first human ascent of Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world.

Why Dilip Kumar Never Sang In Mughal-e-Azam

Why Dilip Kumar Never Sang In Mughal-e-Azam

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'K Asifsaab was very definite that 'woh Hindustan ka honewala Badshah hai -- woh gana nahin gayega.'

All recognised tribes should live together: Manipur CM

All recognised tribes should live together: Manipur CM

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has called for dialogue to resolve all misunderstandings in the state and stressed the importance of all recognised tribes living together. He made the appeal at the 53rd Statehood Day celebrations, urging everyone to focus on building a prosperous Manipur. Singh also highlighted the state government's efforts in combating drug abuse, noting that over Rs 70,000 to 80,000 crore worth of illegal drugs have been destroyed in the past few years.

6 Month Tenure For Next Chief Justice

6 Month Tenure For Next Chief Justice

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Justice Sanjiv Khanna 'belongs to that school of legal luminaries who give the highest primacy to facts.'

'Workplace safety key to get more women in labour force'

'Workplace safety key to get more women in labour force'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Deputy Managing Director (MD) Gita Gopinath has condemned the "terrible and disturbing" incident of rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. "Personally, it is terrible to have any event of this kind. It is disturbing," she told Business Standard in New Delhi.

On diamond jubilee, naval aviation's spirit shows

On diamond jubilee, naval aviation's spirit shows

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Since 1910, when a barnstorming aviator first took off from a warship deck, naval fighter pilots have considered themselves a special breed.

Judiciary needs to begin 'difficult conversations', says CJI

Judiciary needs to begin 'difficult conversations', says CJI

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

The CJI said there is an urgent need to emerge from the adjournment culture to a culture of professionalism.

Where Charles III Will Be Crowned

Where Charles III Will Be Crowned

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Glimpses of Westminster Abbey in London where Great Britain's King Charles III's coronation will take place on May 6, 2023.

SC judge hails PM Modi as 'popular, vibrant and visionary leader'

SC judge hails PM Modi as 'popular, vibrant and visionary leader'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

Last year, Justice Arun Mishra's fulsome praise for prime minister Modi at an event had raised eyebrows.

Act against corrupt, however powerful, without fear, Modi tells CBI

Act against corrupt, however powerful, without fear, Modi tells CBI

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

There is no dearth of political will today to act against corruption and officers should take action against the corrupt, however powerful, without any hesitation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday.

King Charles III crowned UK's new monarch

King Charles III crowned UK's new monarch

Rediff.com6 May 2023

The king and his wife, Camilla, the queen consort, travelled from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey -- a distance of 2.2-km -- at a stately pace in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach bearing a gilded crown, which was commissioned for Queen Elizabeth II in 2012.

Telangana comes to standstill for mass singing of national anthem

Telangana comes to standstill for mass singing of national anthem

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Telangana came to a standstill for a minute on Tuesday for mass singing of the national anthem as part of the celebration of 75 years of independence.

Army recalls 'bloody nose' given to PLA at Battle of Walong 60 years ago

Army recalls 'bloody nose' given to PLA at Battle of Walong 60 years ago

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

The Indian Army is celebrating the diamond jubilee of the Battle of Walong which is as an example of bravery and sacrifice made by the bravehearts of the force in the face of Chinese aggression in 1962.

Charles III to be crowned King today

Charles III to be crowned King today

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Charles will be crowned the King of the United Kingdom amid spectacular pomp and pageantry at Westminster Abbey in London on Saturday in a solemn religious ceremony that dates back almost a thousand years.

Landmark day: Queen Elizabeth attends UK cabinet meet

Landmark day: Queen Elizabeth attends UK cabinet meet

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Queen Elizabeth II, celebrating the diamond jubilee of her reign, on Tuesday scripted history when she attended a cabinet meeting in 10 Downing Street, becoming the first British monarch since 1781 to do so.

Princess fashion file: Kate's amazing styles in Asia!

Princess fashion file: Kate's amazing styles in Asia!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2012

We bring you a breakdown of the Duchess' wardrobe during her recent Diamond Jubilee Tour of the Far East.

Do you know when Queen Elizabeth learnt driving?

Do you know when Queen Elizabeth learnt driving?

Rediff.com21 May 2012

The Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II is the international celebration throughout 2012 marking the 60th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II to the thrones of seven countries upon the death of her father, King George VI, on February 6, 1952.

BEST MOMENTS: Charming Prince Harry on his first solo tour

BEST MOMENTS: Charming Prince Harry on his first solo tour

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Prince Harry has described his Diamond Jubilee tour of the Commonwealth nations of Belize, Jamaica and the Bahamas as "an emotional trip".

BEST MOMENTS: Charming Prince Harry on his first solo tour

BEST MOMENTS: Charming Prince Harry on his first solo tour

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Prince Harry has described his Diamond Jubilee tour of the Commonwealth nations of Belize, Jamaica and the Bahamas as "an emotional trip".

New Star On The Rise In BJP

New Star On The Rise In BJP

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

When a former police constable was appointed Gujarat unit chief, everyone was surprised. Now workers are laying bets on when he will be elevated to the Union Cabinet, notes Aditi Phadnis.

Hindujas to buy vehicle businesses in Europe

Hindujas to buy vehicle businesses in Europe

Rediff.com8 Sep 2008

As their flagship heavy vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland celebrated its diamond jubilee, the Hindujas Monday announced plans to acquire related businesses in Europe and the Middle East.

Two Indians win Queen's Young Leaders award in UK

Two Indians win Queen's Young Leaders award in UK

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Kartik Sawhney, 21, and Neha Swain, 28 from India are among 60 others who won the Queen's Young Leaders Award 2016.

Raj Thackeray visits Lalbaugcha Raja

Raj Thackeray visits Lalbaugcha Raja

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray visited the famous Lalbaugcha Raja, in its diamond jubilee year.

PIX: Queen Elizabeth's 1,000-ship glamorous Thames pageant

PIX: Queen Elizabeth's 1,000-ship glamorous Thames pageant

Rediff.com4 Jun 2012

Queen Elizabeth II today provided a temporary lift to Britain's economic gloom by leading a unique spectacle of a 1000-strong flotilla to celebrate 60 years of her reign but heavy rains played spoilsport to the finale of the diamond jubilee pageant.

King Charles III makes 1st address to UK parliament

King Charles III makes 1st address to UK parliament

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Quoting Shakespeare, he noted: "As Shakespeare said of the earlier Queen Elizabeth, she was a pattern to all princes living."

Was mistaken for a Sindhi in college, Anil Ambani

Was mistaken for a Sindhi in college, Anil Ambani

Rediff.com8 Feb 2014

As the last part of his name ended in 'ni', which is common for Sindhi, everyone thought he was one.

Avoid disruption of Parliament, legislatures: Pranab

Avoid disruption of Parliament, legislatures: Pranab

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

Making a passionate plea to lawmakers to avoid disruption of Parliament and state assemblies, President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday called for "collective thinking" by political parties on the issue. He also asked them to ponder whether there was any need to amend existing rules to ensure smooth functioning of the House.

Jayalalithaa confident of regime change after LS poll

Jayalalithaa confident of regime change after LS poll

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Sounding confident of a change of regime at the Centre after next Lok Sabha polls, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa said there would be a "friendly government", taking an apparent dig at the UPA rule which she has been accusing of meting out step-motherly treatment to her state.

Navy's 1st batch of 3 women pilots ready for take-off

Navy's 1st batch of 3 women pilots ready for take-off

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Lieutenant Divya Sharma, Lt Shubhangi Swaroop and Lt Shivangi are now ready to take on all MR missions on Dornier aircraft, a defence spokesman said on Thursday.

Row over NRI sex offender on Queen's royal barge

Row over NRI sex offender on Queen's royal barge

Rediff.com7 Jun 2012

The presence of an Indian origin man on the royal barge with Queen Elizabeth during Sunday's pageant on River Thames has raised a storm after it was revealed that he had been previously convicted and jailed for sex offences.

Britain's Prince Andrew to arrive in Delhi on Monday

Britain's Prince Andrew to arrive in Delhi on Monday

Rediff.com29 Apr 2012

Britain's Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, will arrive here tomorrow on a week-long visit to further enhance ties with India in diverse areas including defence and trade.

Unpopular kings give sour taste to Queen's jubilee lunch

Unpopular kings give sour taste to Queen's jubilee lunch

Rediff.com18 May 2012

A celebratory lunch at Windsor to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth's reign has been marred by a row over the guest list, with campaigners criticising the invitation to monarchs from countries like Bahrain and Swaziland with allegedly poor governance record.

N-energy important for growth, says PM

N-energy important for growth, says PM

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

Singh urged the private sector for more investment in science and technology.

Chavan gifts Obama a book on Maharashta

Chavan gifts Obama a book on Maharashta

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan presented US President Barack Obama a coffee table book on the state and requested him to keep it in the White House museum.

PM exhorts IIT-ians to build a vibrant India

PM exhorts IIT-ians to build a vibrant India

Rediff.com23 Aug 2011

Even as Prime Minister Manmohan Singh addressed the 57th Annual Convocation and Launching of Diamond Jubilee of IIT, Kharagpur on Monday, some IIT students and others held a demonstration near the campus of the premier technical institute here in support of Anna Hazare's movement hours.