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What if Dear Leader okays a cloning experiment?

What if Dear Leader okays a cloning experiment?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Sounds good? This is science fiction but the science quotient is, so to speak, being enhanced, as the grasp of genetics improves, says Devangshu Datta.

Court allows Chandraswami to go abroad

Court allows Chandraswami to go abroad

Rediff.com13 Dec 2007

The court, however, made it clear that he could remain out of the country for 30 days only and he will have to attend the proceedings in Foreign Exchange Regulation Act violation cases, in which he allegedly owed over Rs 9.65 crore as penalty to the Enforcement Directorate.

'I am the Tiger'

'I am the Tiger'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

BJP CMs promote a lawless culture, one where groups backed by the State are encouraged to attack fellow citizens, where being trigger-happy is the official police policy, notes Jyoti Punwani.

'Why was I whisked away in the middle of the night?'

'Why was I whisked away in the middle of the night?'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

'I am sorry, but not scared.'

How Sartaj, Gaitonde look in Sacred Games 2

How Sartaj, Gaitonde look in Sacred Games 2

Rediff.com10 May 2019

How the gangster and cop will look in the much-awaited second season.

To counter Sadhvi, Digvijaya performs 'Hath Yoga' with Computer Baba

To counter Sadhvi, Digvijaya performs 'Hath Yoga' with Computer Baba

Rediff.com7 May 2019

'BJP sarkaar 5 saal mein Ram Mandir bhi nahi bana paayi. Ab Ram Mandir nahi toh Modi nahi'

Allotting land to Asaram was a mistake: Digvijay

Allotting land to Asaram was a mistake: Digvijay

Rediff.com15 Sep 2013

Congress leader Digvijay Singh has said he committed a "mistake" by allotting land to Asaram Bapu, who is facing rape charges, during his tenure as chief minister and demanded that the Bharatiya Janata Party government cancel the lease.

No special cell: Dera chief being treated like 'normal prisoner'

No special cell: Dera chief being treated like 'normal prisoner'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

Clarifying on reports of proving Ram Rahim Singh with 'luxurious' items, KP Singh said that no RO system or attendants have been provided to him, as it was said in media reports.

Rampal arrested from his ashram, to be produced in court on Thursday

Rampal arrested from his ashram, to be produced in court on Thursday

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Self-styled 'godman' Rampal was on Wednesday arrested from his ashram, ending an over two-week tense standoff between his supporters and the police after close to 15,000 of his followers were evacuated from the sprawling premises.

CBI should probe murder of witness in Asaram case: UP govt

CBI should probe murder of witness in Asaram case: UP govt

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

The Uttar Pradesh government recommended a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the murder of prime witness Akhil Gupta in a rape case against self-styled godman Asaram Bapu.

Will 9 diyas at 9 pm end coronavirus crisis?

Will 9 diyas at 9 pm end coronavirus crisis?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

'Not surprisingly, the call for lighting diyas, candles and other sources of illumination to demonstrate a nation's resolve to fight coronavirus has elicited astrological, numerological and even medical explanations,' notes Amulya Ganguli.

Asaram case verdict tomorrow, MHA asks 3 states to stay alert

Asaram case verdict tomorrow, MHA asks 3 states to stay alert

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

Centre asked Rajasthan, Gujarat and Haryana governments to tighten security as the three states have a large number of followers of Asaram.

SC denies bail to Asaram, constitutes medical board

SC denies bail to Asaram, constitutes medical board

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

A three-member panel of doctors from AIIMS will assess the condition of 75-year-old Asaram and submit its report in 10 days.

Rs 10,000 crore may just be a SLICE of Asaram's wealth!

Rs 10,000 crore may just be a SLICE of Asaram's wealth!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

Self-styled godman Asaram has accumulated wealth to the tune of Rs 10,000 crore and vast tracts of land across the country, the value of which is yet to be assessed, police said on Thursday.

The river can go to hell

The river can go to hell

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

'Delhi's river has once more been thrown under the bus, by a happy godman backed by a godman-happy government,' says Mitali Saran.

Taapsee, Madhuri, Raveena: Coming soon on Netflix!

Taapsee, Madhuri, Raveena: Coming soon on Netflix!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Netflix has unveiled a line-up of 15 original series as well as returning seasons of popular shows.

Asaram case: Ashram warden surrenders before Jodhpur court

Asaram case: Ashram warden surrenders before Jodhpur court

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

A key accused and associate of controversial self-styled godman Asaram Bapu on Wednesday surrendered before a court in Jodhpur.

17 surgeries in 13 months: Who will fight for this 11-yr-old rape victim?

17 surgeries in 13 months: Who will fight for this 11-yr-old rape victim?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

Rape accused and self-proclaimed 'godman' Asaram Bapu has been arrested and booked under the Prevention of Children from Sexual Offences Act, for allegedly sexually abusing a minor

The 7 incidents that SHOOK India in 2013

The 7 incidents that SHOOK India in 2013

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

Many Indians will be thrilled to see the back of 2013, for it has largely been a rotten year, save for some. This year has been rocked by shockers after shockers -- the devastation in Uttarakhand which killed thousands, the Mumbai gang rape, Tarun Tejpal being accused of rape, godman Asaram and son being arrested for rape, the Afzal Guru execution and the SC verdict on gay sex, -- the list is seemingly endless.

Revealed: Asaram Bapu's Congress backer...

Revealed: Asaram Bapu's Congress backer...

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Asaram Bapu had some powerful backers within the Congress... Why Kumari Selja's phone hasn't stopped ringing... Gossip from the Dilli Durbar

Complainant girl is mentally unstable: Asaram's son

Complainant girl is mentally unstable: Asaram's son

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Controversial self-styled godman Asaram Bapu's son Narayan Sai on Wednesday said the girl, who had levelled charges of sexual abuse against his father, as "mentally unstable".

Asaram questioned for 4 hours, remanded to 1-day custody

Asaram questioned for 4 hours, remanded to 1-day custody

Rediff.com1 Sep 2013

Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu was on Sunday quizzed by police in Jodhpur after being flown from Indore where he was arrested after midnight amid high drama for allegedly assaulting a 16-year-old girl at his ashram.

Asaram Bapu likely to be arrested on Sunday

Asaram Bapu likely to be arrested on Sunday

Rediff.com1 Sep 2013

Hot on the trail of Asaram Bapu, the Jodhpur Police has said that the self-styled godman, who is currently at Indore ashram, is medically fit for interrogation and is set to question him soon in connection with the sexual assault case.

Undisclosed income of Kalki Bhagwan may cross Rs 600 cr: I-T

Undisclosed income of Kalki Bhagwan may cross Rs 600 cr: I-T

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

On October 18, the tax department had said searches had led to detection of undisclosed income of more than Rs 500 crore in addition to Rs 93 crore worth seizures, including gold jewellery and diamonds. A revised appraisal of such seizures now pegs its value at Rs 106 crore which includes cash (Rs 45 crore), gold jewellery and diamonds (Rs 41 crore) and foreign currency Rs 20 crore.

Asaram booked for sexually assaulting teenage girl

Asaram booked for sexually assaulting teenage girl

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu has run into fresh trouble after a 16-year-old girl, who had been staying in a hostel operated by his trust in Jodhpur accused him of sexual assault.

2 killed, several injured in clash over ashram in Rohtak

2 killed, several injured in clash over ashram in Rohtak

Rediff.com12 May 2013

One person was killed and several others, including police personnel, were injured when a mob went on rampage, torching several vehicles during a protest over setting up of an ashram at Karontha village near Rohtak on Sunday.

Nithyananda conferred 'Mahamandaleshwar' title

Nithyananda conferred 'Mahamandaleshwar' title

Rediff.com14 Feb 2013

In a move that has ruffled many feathers, the Mahanirvani Akhara of 'naga' sadhus has conferred the honorific title of 'Mahamandaleshwar' on controversial self-styled godman Swami Nithyananda.

'Operation to arrest Rampal cost over Rs 26 crore'

'Operation to arrest Rampal cost over Rs 26 crore'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

The massive operation to locate and arrest controversial 'godman' Rampal cost the exchequer over Rs 26 crore, the Punjab and Haryana High Court was told on Friday.

Tests prove Asaram Bapu is NOT impotent

Tests prove Asaram Bapu is NOT impotent

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Jodhpur Police Commissioner Biju George Joseph said, "A potency test was conducted on him, which confirmed that he was strong enough to commit the crime of sexual assault and rape on the 16-year-old girl."

23 Asaram supporters arrested for assaulting mediapersons

23 Asaram supporters arrested for assaulting mediapersons

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

As many as 23 followers of Asaram Bapu were arrested for allegedly assaulting mediapersons and damaging their equipment, as the controversial self-styled godman drew flak from media over wastage of water at a pre-Holi function organised by him in drought-hit Maharashtra.

Asaram Bapu supporters attack reporters

Asaram Bapu supporters attack reporters

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

A group of followers of Asaram Bapu on Monday allegedly assaulted mediapersons and damaged their equipment, as the controversial self-styled godman drew flak over wastage of water at a pre-Holi function organised by him in drought-hit Maharashtra.

Pay for damage caused from violence: HC to Dera Sacha Sauda

Pay for damage caused from violence: HC to Dera Sacha Sauda

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

The losses caused to property due to violence and arson by the followers of self-styled godman Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh will be recovered from Dera Sacha Sauda, the Punjab and Haryana high court ruled on Fridayy, according to a senior government lawyer.

Asaram booked for rape in sexual assault case

Asaram booked for rape in sexual assault case

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

The Jodhpur police on Wednesday charged self-styled godman Asaram Bapu with wrongful confinement and rape of a 16-year-old girl, more than two months after he was arrested in the sexual assault case.

Court reserves order in rape case against Asaram for April 25

Court reserves order in rape case against Asaram for April 25

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

If convicted, Asaram faces maximum sentence of 10 years.

Ashram showdown: Supporters being evacuated, several hundreds held

Ashram showdown: Supporters being evacuated, several hundreds held

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Efforts to arrest self-styled 'godman' Rampal, who is holed up in his ashram in Barwala, Haryana will continue, police said on Wednesday morning after suspending the operation overnight following clashes between his supporters and security personnel that left over 200 people injured.

Sexual assault case: Asaram Bapu likely to be arrested on Saturday

Sexual assault case: Asaram Bapu likely to be arrested on Saturday

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

Controversial self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, who is accused of sexually assaulting a minor, will face arrest if he fails to appear before the Jodhpur police on Friday, a top police officer has said.

Asaram seeks more time to appear before cops, rejects charges

Asaram seeks more time to appear before cops, rejects charges

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu sought more time from Jodhpur police for appearing before it in connection with sexual assault charges against him even as he dismissed the allegations as being "baseless".

Sex abuse: Jodhpur police summons Asaram

Sex abuse: Jodhpur police summons Asaram

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

The two-member team, which reached his ashram on Khandwa road on the outskirts of the city at 0800 hour, served the summons to Asaram at around 2 pm after being told by ashram functionaries that he was meditating and cannot be disturbed.

Rape case against Asaram Bapu may be politically motivated: BJP

Rape case against Asaram Bapu may be politically motivated: BJP

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

Bharatiya Janata Party Vice President Uma Bharti on Thursday said that the rape charge levelled by a teenage girl against Asaram Bapu could be "politically motivated" as he had been critical of top Congress leadership.

Nityananda faces arrest, police to secure custody of ashram

Nityananda faces arrest, police to secure custody of ashram

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

Controversial self-styled godman Nityananda on Monday faced a search warrant for his arrest after the government decided to act against him over his activities including alleged sexual exploitation of his disciples. Nityananda, who is already facing criminal cases including rape on complaints from some former disciples last year, is reportedly absconding from his ashram at Bidadi in Ramanagara district near Bangalore.