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Cops say Somnath Bharti hiding in Agra; acting like pro criminal

Cops say Somnath Bharti hiding in Agra; acting like pro criminal

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

According to police sources, Bharti is believed to be hiding somewhere near Agra.

'Disgraceful, distressing, horrible': World leaders denounce violence in US

'Disgraceful, distressing, horrible': World leaders denounce violence in US

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

The violence erupted after Trump supporters breached the Capitol and clashed with police on Wednesday, resulting in the death of four persons and interrupting a constitutional process to affirm President-elect Joe Biden's election victory.

'I've Lost Faith In Marriage'

'I've Lost Faith In Marriage'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, a mental health coach, offers advice on how to take charge of your life.

Leander Paes, Rhea Pillai fail to resolve dispute

Leander Paes, Rhea Pillai fail to resolve dispute

Rediff.com8 May 2017

The Supreme Court, on Monday, said it cannot force ace tennis player Leander Paes and his estranged live-in partner Rhea Pillai to arrive at a settlement in a maintenance case.

Can invoke special powers to dissolve marriage: SC

Can invoke special powers to dissolve marriage: SC

Rediff.com1 May 2023

A five-judge Constitution bench said the SC is empowered under Article 142 of the Constitution to do complete justice.

'Israel Will Engineer A Broader War'

'Israel Will Engineer A Broader War'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Israel is counting on the United States to enter the fray on their behalf and perform destructive strikes against these targets that are beyond Israel's conventional capabilities.' 'They may well get their way if they start a war, because the United States is still committed to Israel's security, and it won't matter whether it is Trump or Harris in the White House.'

Marital rape: HC asks Centre if it wants to withdraw 2017 affidavit

Marital rape: HC asks Centre if it wants to withdraw 2017 affidavit

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

The Delhi high court Friday asked the Centre to inform whether it wishes to withdraw its 2017 affidavit in which it had submitted that marital rape cannot be made a criminal offence as it could become a phenomenon which may destabilise the institution of marriage and an easy tool for harassing husbands.

The way forward for #MeToo

The way forward for #MeToo

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

'Awareness should be raised; protocols and procedures, and reporting mechanisms must be put in place to protect both men and women in the workplace,' notes Jael Silliman.

HC says live-in relationships 'morally, socially unacceptable'

HC says live-in relationships 'morally, socially unacceptable'

Rediff.com18 May 2021

The Punjab and Haryana high court has said a live-in relationship is morally and socially unacceptable while dismissing a petition filed by a runaway couple seeking protection.

Now, a bill to safeguard men to be discussed in RS

Now, a bill to safeguard men to be discussed in RS

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

The upcoming winter session of the Parliament will have an interesting proposal by men's rights organisation for discussion. The Saving Men from Intimate Terror Act 2012, or SMITA in short, caters to protecting men and boys from domestic violence from their spouse, girlfriends and parents.

'Prevent misuse of...': India talks tough to Canada at UN

'Prevent misuse of...': India talks tough to Canada at UN

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

India urged Canada to disallow activities of groups promoting extremism, prevent attacks on places of worship of religious and racial minorities, and enhance measures to address hate crimes and hate speech.

Few days not enough to claim live-in relationship: HC

Few days not enough to claim live-in relationship: HC

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has observed that merely because two adults are living together for a few days, their claim of a live-in relationship based upon a "bald averment" may not be enough to hold that they are truly in a live-in-relationship.

Delhi HC issues notice to husband in talaq-e-hasan case filed by wife

Delhi HC issues notice to husband in talaq-e-hasan case filed by wife

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

The court listed the matter for further hearing on August 18.

Darlings Is Daring, Not Superficial

Darlings Is Daring, Not Superficial

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

I cannot think of another Hindi movie that has, without so much as a hint of cynicism or speechifying, brought out that fundamental fact of Muslims being an integral part of the Indian culture while being at the same time a subculture with its own polite niceties, observes Sreehari Nair.

'Don't take a woman's financial, emotional independence for granted'

'Don't take a woman's financial, emotional independence for granted'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Maitri, which provides free and confidential services to South Asian-American families facing domestic violence, at its 23rd annual gala raised half a million dollars. Ritu Jha reports

Why Aishwarya Is Bollywood's Golden Girl

Why Aishwarya Is Bollywood's Golden Girl

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

On her 50th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to Bollywood's Golden Girl and 15 of her noteworthy performances.

IPL: Shami on sticky wicket...

IPL: Shami on sticky wicket...

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

Mohammed Shami's participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) will depend on the findings of the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) Anti Corruption Unit (ACU) chief Neeraj Kumar, acting president CK Khanna said on Friday.

Shehla Rashid's father alleges death threat from daughter

Shehla Rashid's father alleges death threat from daughter

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

In a letter to the Jammu and Kashmir DGP, Abdul Rashid Shora said, "I am under a constant threat of life from my daughter Shehla Rashid Shora who is supported by the elder daughter namely Asma Rashid and my wife namely Zubaida Shora as well as her security guard namely Sakib Ahmad. This threat perception started in 2017 when Shehla jumped all of a sudden into Kashmir politics."

Darshan's Sarthy is a big hit with fans

Darshan's Sarthy is a big hit with fans

Rediff.com3 Oct 2011

Fans can't seem to get enough of Darshan's new film.

'I want to teach men what their mothers didn't'

'I want to teach men what their mothers didn't'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2007

Chaudhury has been at the receiving end of numerous hate mails after taking certain pro-women initiatives.

2-judge bench divided on criminalising marital rape, matter to go to SC

2-judge bench divided on criminalising marital rape, matter to go to SC

Rediff.com11 May 2022

The Delhi high court on Wednesday delivered a split verdict on the issue of criminalisation of marital rape and granted leave to the parties to file an appeal before the Supreme Court.

We may be redefining evolving notion of marriage, says SC in same-sex union case

We may be redefining evolving notion of marriage, says SC in same-sex union case

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

The Supreme Court Thursday said it may be redefining the "evolving notion of marriage" as the next step after decriminalising consensual homosexual relationship which implicitly recognised that same-sex people could live in a stable, marriage-like relationship.

Guj HC's bail to 4 under new anti-conversion law

Guj HC's bail to 4 under new anti-conversion law

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

The case involving an inter-faith couple was filed in Vadodara under the amended Gujarat Religious Freedom Act and the interim relief granted by the court to the four, including the main accused, will be pending the disposal of a petition filed by them seeking quashing of the FIR against them.

Can you force your spouse to have sex?

Can you force your spouse to have sex?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

A bench of acting chief justices Gita Mittal and C Hari Shankar said that in a relationship like marriage, both man and woman have a right to say 'no' to physical relations.

Pilot, husband held for ill-treating minor maid in Delhi; NCPCR seeks report

Pilot, husband held for ill-treating minor maid in Delhi; NCPCR seeks report

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

The police said the woman works as a pilot with a private airline while her husband is deployed with the ground staff in another private airline.

Will BJP commit to 3% of GDP for defence spending?

Will BJP commit to 3% of GDP for defence spending?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Neither the BJP, nor the Congress before it, made any manifesto commitments on defence spending, even though allocations have plummeted from 4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in the late 1980s to less than 2 per cent today, points out Ajai Shukla.

Rijiju slams Oppn for brining no-trust vote, Cong dares him to...

Rijiju slams Oppn for brining no-trust vote, Cong dares him to...

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said the Congress and other opposition parties have brought the no-confidence motion against the Narendra Modi government in the Lok Sabha at a 'wrong time and in a wrong manner'.

Sena goes after ally BJP: 'We don't use Hindutva to gain power'

Sena goes after ally BJP: 'We don't use Hindutva to gain power'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday came under fresh attack from its ally Shiv Sena, which slammed it for creating a "trust deficit" by hobnobbing with the Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena in the run-up to the polls and asked it to mend its ways and follow the "alliance dharma".

Anyone speaking truth dubbed as traitor: Sanjay Raut

Anyone speaking truth dubbed as traitor: Sanjay Raut

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

He said the farmers, who were known as 'warriors' when they fought the Mughals and the British, are now dubbed as anti-nationals when they are fighting for their rights on Delhi's borders.

My wife calls me sweetheart, but files murder case: AAP's Somnath Bharti

My wife calls me sweetheart, but files murder case: AAP's Somnath Bharti

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

Aam Aadmi Party lawmaker Somnath Bharti on Wednesday rubbished the murder and domestic violence case filed against him by his wife Lipika Mitra, saying he has audio and documentary evidence that would reveal the actual truth.

Karisma, Sanjay Kapoor finalise divorce terms

Karisma, Sanjay Kapoor finalise divorce terms

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

The amicable settlement of the matrimonial dispute between Bollywood actor Karisma Kapoor and her estranged businessman husband Sunjay Kapur with mutual consent, on Friday got a seal of approval from the Supreme Court.

Trump again blames 'both sides' for Virginia violence

Trump again blames 'both sides' for Virginia violence

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Trump had come under fire from both Republicans and Democrats for his muted response to the violence unleashed by white supremacists during a rally in Charlottesville.

Thappad trailer: Hard-hitting and so relevant

Thappad trailer: Hard-hitting and so relevant

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Anubhav Sinha's latest film is hard-hitting, relatable and sadly, very much relevant in today's times.

New complaint lodged against 'godwoman' Radhe Maa

New complaint lodged against 'godwoman' Radhe Maa

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

A new complaint was on Wednesday filed at the suburban Borivali police station in Mumbai against 'godwoman' Radhe Maa alleging her involvement in promoting superstition.

Shinde's maiden Budget offers Rs 6K aid, free crop cover to farmers

Shinde's maiden Budget offers Rs 6K aid, free crop cover to farmers

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Announcing a Re 1 crop insurance scheme for farmers, the deputy CM said the government will bear the financial burden of Rs 3,312 crore.

Government clears watered down triple talaq bill for Rajya Sabha

Government clears watered down triple talaq bill for Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

While the proposed law will remain "non-bailable'', the accused can approach a magistrate even before trial to seek bail.

NGO says juvenile convict deserves 2nd chance

NGO says juvenile convict deserves 2nd chance

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Amendment to the Juvenile Justice Act has been cleared by the Lok Sabha and is awaiting clearance from the Upper House.

VIDEO: I prefer death before betraying my country, says Shami

VIDEO: I prefer death before betraying my country, says Shami

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

Denying his wife Hasin Jahan's allegation of treason, India fast bowler Mohammed Shami on Friday said that he would prefer death before betraying his country.

The Women We Loved In 2022

The Women We Loved In 2022

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Sukanya Verma lists her favourite female performers of 2022.

Somnath Bharti should surrender, an embarrassment to party: Kejriwal

Somnath Bharti should surrender, an embarrassment to party: Kejriwal

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

Finally breaking his silence, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that the former law minister and Aam Aadmi Party lawmaker Somnath Bharti, who has been booked in a domestic violence case, is becoming an embarrassment for the party and his family, and therefore should surrender.