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HC denies bail to Umar Khalid in Delhi riots case

HC denies bail to Umar Khalid in Delhi riots case

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

The Delhi high court on Tuesday refused to grant bail to former Jawaharlal Nehru University student Umar Khalid in a Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) case related to alleged conspiracy behind the riots here in February 2020.

Real Kashmir's match against East Bengal in Srinagar shifted to Delhi

Real Kashmir's match against East Bengal in Srinagar shifted to Delhi

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Real Kashmir FC's upcoming home leg I-League fixture against East Bengal was Monday shifted to New Delhi in view of the prevailing 'uncertainity' in Srinagar.

Hate speech at Delhi event: VHP, other organisers booked

Hate speech at Delhi event: VHP, other organisers booked

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

The VHP dismissed the claim that permission for the event was not taken from the Delhi police as 'laughable' and said police personnel were deployed at the venue of the event in Dilshad Garden.

'Absolutely believe it was a success': US on G20 Summit in Delhi

'Absolutely believe it was a success': US on G20 Summit in Delhi

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

The US hails the landmark 'India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor' which will usher in a new era of connectivity from Europe to Asia and will stimulate economic growth across the two continents.

Time For India To Revisit Western Alliances

Time For India To Revisit Western Alliances

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

It's time India re-visited its Western alliances for the attitude and approach that the West reserves for the nation when it comes to security cooperation of the kind that they might not have visualised outside of China, India's bug-bear, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Watch Raj Kapoor's Films On OTT

Watch Raj Kapoor's Films On OTT

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

The world is celebrating Raj Kapoor's birth centenary, but when was the last time you watched an RK film?

Gambhir richest among LS candidates in Delhi

Gambhir richest among LS candidates in Delhi

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

The cricketer-turned-politician, who will be making his electoral debut from East Delhi, has shown an income of nearly Rs 12.40 crore in the income tax returns filed for 2017-18.

Delhi clashes: Gambhir calls for strict action against Kapil Mishra

Delhi clashes: Gambhir calls for strict action against Kapil Mishra

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

On Sunday, Mishra had issued an ultimatum to the Delhi Police to clear the streets of the anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protesters.

The Nehruvian Who Fell Out With Sonia Gandhi

The Nehruvian Who Fell Out With Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Because of his proximity to Indira Gandhi, he was able to intervene directly at the level of the PMO, which he did in the days leading up to the partition of Pakistan in 1971 when he transferred crucial information about Pakistan's moves via information handed to him by an East Pakistani diplomat in Poland where he was posted.

Delhi votes in high-stakes MCD polls amid tight security

Delhi votes in high-stakes MCD polls amid tight security

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

There are 1,349 candidates in the fray and over 1.45 crore electors are eligible to exercise their franchise in the elections to the 250 wards of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), the results of which may have ramifications beyond the national capital.

Geeta Rawat Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hain?

Geeta Rawat Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hain?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

Aam Aadmi Party Councillor Geeta Rawat in a scuffle at an East Delhi Municipal Corporation special house meeting.

IIT Madras, AIIMS Top NIRF List

IIT Madras, AIIMS Top NIRF List

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

IIT Madras secured the top position out of the 10,885 institutes that took part in the NIRF's ninth edition.

MCD poll: Many complain of missing names from voter list

MCD poll: Many complain of missing names from voter list

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

'I have voted in several elections and now this is the first time I have been told that my vote is not here'

Delhi riots: HC order brings immediate release for student activists

Delhi riots: HC order brings immediate release for student activists

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

The Delhi high court was informed on Thursday that a trial court has ordered 'immediate release' from jail of Jamia student Asif Iqbal Tanha and Jawaharlal Nehru University students Devangana Kalita and Natasha Narwal who were granted bail on June 15 in the north-east Delhi riots case.

Delhi mayor poll on Jan 6, last date to file nominations Dec 27

Delhi mayor poll on Jan 6, last date to file nominations Dec 27

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Delhi Lt Governor V K Saxena recently had approved a proposal to convene the first meeting of the corporation on January 6, 2023.

In first speech in new LS, Mahua shows she's lost none of her fire

In first speech in new LS, Mahua shows she's lost none of her fire

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

"Last time I stood, I was not allowed to speak. The ruling party paid a very heavy price for throttling the voice of one MP," she said, referring to her suspension in the last session.

High-level delegation of US pension funds to visit India next week

High-level delegation of US pension funds to visit India next week

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

A delegation of high-level executives from US public pension funds (non-profit and government sectors) is visiting India next week to assess and familiarise themselves with the investment opportunities in the country. These executives belong to various American states and cumulatively represent $1.8 trillion in assets under management (AUM) invested across the US and global markets. The United States (US) mission to India, which includes its embassy and consulates and the Department of Treasury, along with India's Ministry of Finance and the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), is hosting the delegation.

Delhi riots: Court stays order warning police commissioner of action

Delhi riots: Court stays order warning police commissioner of action

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

A Delhi court on Monday set aside an order seeking explanation from the Delhi Police Commissioner on why legal action should not be taken against him for non-submission of a report in a February 2020 riots case.

UN resolution asks Israel to leave Palestine, India abstains

UN resolution asks Israel to leave Palestine, India abstains

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

India abstained in the United Nations General Assembly on a resolution that demanded Israel end its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory within 12 months, with Delhi underlining that it is a strong advocate of 'dialogue and diplomacy' and efforts should be made towards 'building bridges', 'not furthering divides'.

Tremors felt in Delhi as 3.1-magnitude quake strikes Faridabad

Tremors felt in Delhi as 3.1-magnitude quake strikes Faridabad

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 struck Faridabad in Haryana at 4.08 pm on Sunday, the National Centre for Seismology said.

Ram, Sita Return To Ramleela

Ram, Sita Return To Ramleela

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Arun Govil, who played Ram, and Dipika Chikhlia, who played Sita, in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan graced the Shree Hanumant Dharmik Ramleela committee's Ram Leela in east Delhi over the weekend.

Suyash Sharma: From Delhi's cricketing turmoil to IPL stardom

Suyash Sharma: From Delhi's cricketing turmoil to IPL stardom

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Suyash battles through Delhi cricket politics to shine in IPL

NSG commandos conducts security drills ahead of I-Day celebrations, G20 meet

NSG commandos conducts security drills ahead of I-Day celebrations, G20 meet

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

A contingent of about 500 commandos, snipers and VIP security personnel drawn from various Central Armed Police Forces have been stationed in Delhi.

In 1st sentencing in Delhi riots, man gets 5 years in jail

In 1st sentencing in Delhi riots, man gets 5 years in jail

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Last month, the court had convicted him for being part of a riotous mob that set a house on fire.

'Kill Sikhs, they've killed our mother, Tytler told mob'

'Kill Sikhs, they've killed our mother, Tytler told mob'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Some of the witnesses claimed though they did not hear what exactly Tytler told the mob, people gathered there "became violent after that (i.e. after the visit of accused) and began to attack the Gurudwara Pul Bangash and set it on fire."

Delhi riots: 'Truth had to be told'

Delhi riots: 'Truth had to be told'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

'Especially at a time when truth is being twisted and a new narrative is being manufactured.'

Special officer may pass Delhi civic budget as mayoral poll still in limbo

Special officer may pass Delhi civic budget as mayoral poll still in limbo

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

If this happens, it will be an "unprecedented development" in the civic body's journey as budget is traditionally passed by a House, they said.

Story on Delhi education system not paid: NYT

Story on Delhi education system not paid: NYT

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

The New York Times story on Delhi's education system was based on 'an impartial and on-the-ground reporting', the American newspaper said on Friday, rejecting the paid news charge.

Delhi collapse: 'Killer' building owner arrested

Delhi collapse: 'Killer' building owner arrested

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

The owner of the building in an east Delhi locality which collapsed killing 66 people was on Tuesday arrested and booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

Zomato delivery man among 3 dead in car-bike collision in Delhi

Zomato delivery man among 3 dead in car-bike collision in Delhi

Rediff.com1 May 2022

According to police, the bike was in front of the car but the sequence of events which led to the accident is yet to be established and CCTV cameras are being scanned to ascertain the cause of the collision.

Support Modi's policy on Pak, Bangladesh, but not on China: Rahul in US

Support Modi's policy on Pak, Bangladesh, but not on China: Rahul in US

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has indicated that the Congress party is in alignment with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on major foreign policy issues like the relationship with the United States, no talks with Pakistan unless the flow of terrorism is stopped, concerns over extremist elements in Bangladesh and Israel.

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Several persons fainted and emergency workers carried them in stretches and provided care in shelters. Over 30 people were rushed to nearby government hospitals with symptoms of dehydration.

Modi will make Amit Shah PM, finish Yogi politically: Kejriwal

Modi will make Amit Shah PM, finish Yogi politically: Kejriwal

Rediff.com11 May 2024

A day after his release on interim bail, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal launched a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging he was on a 'One nation, One leader' mission to impose 'dictatorship' by putting all leaders from opposition behind bars and 'politically finishing off' those in the Bharatiya Janata Party.

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

A spectacular aerial display showcasing the prowess and manoeuvrability of the Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft over the iconic Marina sky captivated the hearts of Chennaiites who turned up in thousands on a sultry Sunday and witnessed the IAF's range of new aircraft including Rafale, roar in action.

Delhi riots: SC rejects FB India VP's plea against assembly panel summons

Delhi riots: SC rejects FB India VP's plea against assembly panel summons

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The Supreme Court Thursday dismissed a plea filed by Facebook India Vice President and MD Ajit Mohan challenging the summons issued by the Delhi Assembly's Peace and Harmony committee for failing to appear before it as witness in connection with the north-east Delhi riots last year.

No topic off-limits for Modi, Putin when they meet soon: Kremlin

No topic off-limits for Modi, Putin when they meet soon: Kremlin

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Putin and Modi will discuss regional and global security, trade and all other topics on the agenda during their meeting, Peskov was quoted as saying by Russia's state-owned TASS news agency.

Don't take ties with us for granted, US envoy tells India

Don't take ties with us for granted, US envoy tells India

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

US envoy Eric Garcetti on Thursday said he respects that India likes its "strategic autonomy", but in times of conflict, there is no such thing as strategic autonomy, even as he pitched for forging a stronger partnership between New Delhi and Washington.

IMD warns of heat spike in northwest, central, east India for 5 days

IMD warns of heat spike in northwest, central, east India for 5 days

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

Northwest, central and east India are predicted to record maximum temperatures three to five degrees above normal over the next five days, the India meteorological department (IMD) said on Thursday.

Woman gang-raped, dumped in south Delhi

Woman gang-raped, dumped in south Delhi

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

A 42-year-old woman was allegedly sedated and raped by three men in Uttar Pradesh who then dumped her in south-east Delhi, the police said on Thursday. The fresh case comes close on the heels of a 23-year-old girl being gang-raped in a moving bus in south Delhi on December 16.

India, China discuss LAC at 31st WMCC meet, seek to ease differences

India, China discuss LAC at 31st WMCC meet, seek to ease differences

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

During the meeting, it was reiterated that "restoration of peace and tranquillity, and respect for the LAC are the essential basis for restoration of normalcy in bilateral relations", it said.