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'No One Can Escape If They Are Critical Of The Government'

'No One Can Escape If They Are Critical Of The Government'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

'This action sends out a very nasty message in a very strong way -- that nobody is exempt.' 'It is also an attempt to extend the definition of who is an anti-national, who's a terrorist, a definition that's becoming looser under this regime.' 'The sad part is that by the time the courts acquit those arrested, they would've spent years in jail and been taught a lesson.'

Vinicius reports eight complaint over racist abuse in LaLiga

Vinicius reports eight complaint over racist abuse in LaLiga

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

UEFA opens investigation into Barca payments to ex-refereeing official

'How many of us really know our prime minister?'

'How many of us really know our prime minister?'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

'We think we know him because he's written about everyday.' 'But how many of us know him as a person?'

UCL PIX: Newcastle stun PSG; Man City, Barcelona win

UCL PIX: Newcastle stun PSG; Man City, Barcelona win

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League

Udhayanidhi doubles down, says he'll 'face all cases'

Udhayanidhi doubles down, says he'll 'face all cases'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

He also launched a strident attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he was 'globe-trotting', afraid of facing questions over the Manipur violence.

'Urge Jai to cool a little bit': Tharoor to Jaishankar

'Urge Jai to cool a little bit': Tharoor to Jaishankar

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Jaishankar said that the West has had a "bad habit" for a long time, of commenting on others, and it thinks it has a "God-given right" to speak about the internal matters of other countries.

Women's WC: Spain crush Costa Rica in group opener

Women's WC: Spain crush Costa Rica in group opener

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Spain began their Women's World Cup campaign in scintillating fashion by beating Costa Rica

The Day The Buddha Wed

The Day The Buddha Wed

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Vignettes from an important chapter in the life of a man who left his kingdom to bring compassion to the world.

'Bad habit': Jaishankar on Germany, US remarks on Rahul

'Bad habit': Jaishankar on Germany, US remarks on Rahul

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

The west somehow think it is some kind of God-given right, Jaishankar said.

Constitution remarkable homegrown product: CJI

Constitution remarkable homegrown product: CJI

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

When the Constitution is viewed from the context in which it emerged, it is nothing short of remarkable, he asserted.

Love in 140 characters: 'Can do nothing without you'

Love in 140 characters: 'Can do nothing without you'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

Here are some responses to our contest inviting you to share your love story in not more than 140 characters.

King of Queen's, Alcaraz is World No 1!

King of Queen's, Alcaraz is World No 1!

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

It was only Alcaraz's third tournament on grass, but the way he marched through the draw augurs well for his prospects at Wimbledon, where he will be seeded number one.

Surrender of J-K's sovereignty was not conditional but complete: SC

Surrender of J-K's sovereignty was not conditional but complete: SC

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

The Supreme Court said on Thursday the surrender of Jammu and Kashmir's sovereignty to India was "absolutely complete" with the accession of the former princely state in October 1947, and it was "really difficult" to say that Article 370 of the Constitution, which accorded special status to the erstwhile state, was permanent in nature.

Nadal eyes successful return at Australian Open

Nadal eyes successful return at Australian Open

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

Rafael Nadal is aiming to successfully defend his Australian Open title at the first Grand Slam of the year in January after an injury-plagued 2022.

FIFA WC PIX: Germany win only to crash out again

FIFA WC PIX: Germany win only to crash out again

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

With the group standings flashing on the big screen of the Al Bayt stadium, Germany grew nervous with Musiala twice hitting the post early in the second half.

'Too many dot balls': Dhoni slams CSK batters

'Too many dot balls': Dhoni slams CSK batters

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni termed the lull period in the middle overs as the reason for his team's three-run defeat against Rajasthan Royals.

It's Raining! What To Do Bollywood Style

It's Raining! What To Do Bollywood Style

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

If you're wondering what to do at home when it's pouring outside, then worry not!

'Clear mind' behind Buttler's golden run in IPL...

'Clear mind' behind Buttler's golden run in IPL...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Jos Buttler continued from where he left last season with a whirlwind half-century to hand Rajasthan Royals a rousing start in IPL 2023.

Cong doing nothing to bring back black money, says Advani

Cong doing nothing to bring back black money, says Advani

Rediff.com20 Oct 2011

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader L K Advani on Thursday reiterated the demand for a white paper from the United Progressive Alliance government on the action it had taken so far the bring back the black money stashed away in foreign banks by India citizens.

Seven people arrested for racially targeting Vinicius Jr

Seven people arrested for racially targeting Vinicius Jr

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Four men were arrested in Madrid, police said, three of whom were members of "a radical group of fans of a Madrid club", who were previously flagged during matches as "high risk" to help curb violence during games.

'India is doing nothing to get back black money abroad!'

'India is doing nothing to get back black money abroad!'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2011

Distinguished lawyer Anil Divan who is arguing the case related to black money stashed overseas discusses the legal details of the case and is optimistic that the illicit wealth can be brought back to India.

Journey of Atiq killers: From petty crimes to big don's murder

Journey of Atiq killers: From petty crimes to big don's murder

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The names of at least two of them already figure in the records of police stations in the state.

Savarkar our idol, won't tolerate his insult, Uddhav reminds Rahul

Savarkar our idol, won't tolerate his insult, Uddhav reminds Rahul

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

He said the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance of three parties -- Sena-UBT, Congress and Nationalist Congress Party -- was formed to protect democracy and it was necessary to work unitedly for it.

Russian flags banned at Australian Open

Russian flags banned at Australian Open

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Russian and Belarusian flags have been banned from the Melbourne Park precinct during the Australian Open after a complaint from the Ukraine ambassador to the country.

As wealth inequality grows, is it time for an Indian inheritance tax?

As wealth inequality grows, is it time for an Indian inheritance tax?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Billionaire Bill Gates, in a 2019 interview, supported bringing back a regulation in the US to require the super-rich to pay a 55 per cent tax when they inherit their family fortune. Proponents of an inheritance or estate tax say it reduces inequality and creates a meritocratic society by chipping away at the enormous advantages the children of the wealthiest families enjoy by an accident of birth. Many large economies levy such a tax on their richest citizens; India does not.

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr again faces racist abuse

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr again faces racist abuse

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Mallorca fans were filmed racially abusing Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr. in their Son Moix stadium during their 1-0 upset win against the LaLiga holders on Sunday.

FBI was aware of Page's racist views, but could do nothing

FBI was aware of Page's racist views, but could do nothing

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

The Federal Bureau of Intelligence has admitted that it was fully aware that Wade Michael Page -- who killed six Sikh worshippers at a gurudwara in Oak Creek, Wisconsin on August 5 -- was a racist and neo-Nazi. But, the agency said, its hands were tied as he had not committed any criminal act preceding his killing spree.

Wrestlers detained as police clear Jantar Mantar protest site

Wrestlers detained as police clear Jantar Mantar protest site

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Protesting wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia, were detained by Delhi Police on Sunday after they breached the security cordon while trying to move towards the new Parliament building, where a women's Mahapanchayat was planned for the day.

'Hope you're watching everything Sai Baba'

'Hope you're watching everything Sai Baba'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

'Maybe you can fool me, but God is watching you, mind that.'

Parliament logjam can be resolved if Oppn ready to talk: Amit Shah

Parliament logjam can be resolved if Oppn ready to talk: Amit Shah

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the current logjam in Parliament could end if the Opposition and the government sit for a discussion and both move two steps forward.

Women's U-19 T20 WC: Chopra spins India to big win over SL

Women's U-19 T20 WC: Chopra spins India to big win over SL

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

A stunning spell of leg spin bowling by Parshavi Chopra led India to an emphatic seven-wicket triumph over Sri Lanka in their second Super Six match in the inaugural ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup.

FIFA World Cup: Argentina beat Poland to set up last 16 clash with Aus

FIFA World Cup: Argentina beat Poland to set up last 16 clash with Aus

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup Group C match played between Argentina and Poland on Wednesday.

India, Pak came close to a nuclear war post-Balakot: Pompeo

India, Pak came close to a nuclear war post-Balakot: Pompeo

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

'As one might expect, he believed the Indians were preparing their nuclear weapons for deployment. It took us a few hours - and remarkably good work by our teams on the ground in New Delhi and Islamabad - to convince each side that the other was not preparing for nuclear war'

French Open: Raducanu's Paris adventure cut short

French Open: Raducanu's Paris adventure cut short

Rediff.com25 May 2022

Raducanu was bundled out of the French Open in the second round

Why German exit is not as shocking as it looks

Why German exit is not as shocking as it looks

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Germany came to Qatar with a leaky defence that had not kept a clean sheet in a competitive game

More Paris heartbreak for Gauff as Mladenovic, Garcia win doubles

More Paris heartbreak for Gauff as Mladenovic, Garcia win doubles

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Caroline Garcia and Kristina Mladenovic recovered from a set down to beat Americans Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula

FIFA World Cup PIX: 'Trickster' Ramos powers Portugal into quarters

FIFA World Cup PIX: 'Trickster' Ramos powers Portugal into quarters

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match played between Portugal and Switzerland on Tuesday.

Siachen: Story Of Grit And Determination

Siachen: Story Of Grit And Determination

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Siachen 1987 reveals for the first time the Northern Army's 'intent' to use Siachen as an excuse to capture the strategic town of Skardu in PoK, notes military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Inflation: Was RBI Caught Napping?

Inflation: Was RBI Caught Napping?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

The RBI's mistake may have been in interpreting its mandate to maintain retail inflation at 4%, with 2% leeway in either direction, as being a mandate that permitted it to do nothing even when inflation was at or near the upper bound of 6%, observes T N Ninan.

Dera follower out on bail shot dead in Punjab, murder caught on CCTV

Dera follower out on bail shot dead in Punjab, murder caught on CCTV

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Pardeep Singh was shot in his dairy shop at around 7 am in Kotkapura in Faridkot, the police said, adding that his security man and another person sustained bullet injuries in the incident.