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19-year-old Meena shatters pole vault record to win gold

19-year-old Meena shatters pole vault record to win gold

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Dev Kumar Meena bettered the previous National record of 5.31m set by Subramani Siva while winning the gold in the 2022 Games in Gujarat.

How actors Darshan-Pavithra planned fan's murder over lewd messages

How actors Darshan-Pavithra planned fan's murder over lewd messages

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

According to police sources, Renukaswamy (33) drew the wrath of Darshan for making lewd comments against Pavithra Gowda on her social media posts.

Rajput takes UP Yoddhas into semis of PKL Season 11

Rajput takes UP Yoddhas into semis of PKL Season 11

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The eliminator 1 was a completely one-sided contest as Rajput (12 points) and Hitesh played starring roles with High-5.

'Shivaji, Sambhaji Were Secular, Visionary Kings'

'Shivaji, Sambhaji Were Secular, Visionary Kings'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

'Shivaji and Sambhaji followed the gospel of humanity. 'They did not discriminate based on religion, caste, or colour.' 'That is the beauty of Shivaji and Sambhaji's Hindvi Swaraj.'

Ex-PM H D Deve Gowda, wife test COVID-19 positive

Ex-PM H D Deve Gowda, wife test COVID-19 positive

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted that he spoke to Deve Gowda to enquire about his and his wife's health.

Sitharaman creates history with 8th consecutive budget

Sitharaman creates history with 8th consecutive budget

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Here are some facts related to the Budget presentation in independent India.

Pro Kabbadi: Jaipur edge UP Yoddhas in dramatic finish

Pro Kabbadi: Jaipur edge UP Yoddhas in dramatic finish

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Neeraj Narwal and Arjun Deshwal shone bright as Jaipur Pink Panthers prevailed over the UP Yoddhas 33-30 in a tightly contested Pro Kabaddi League match in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna passes away

Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna passes away

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Former Karnataka Chief Minister S M Krishna passed away at his residence in Bengaluru early Tuesday morning, his family said.

PKL: Jaipur Panthers knock out Tamil Thalaivas to keep playoff hopes alive

PKL: Jaipur Panthers knock out Tamil Thalaivas to keep playoff hopes alive

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

For the Thalaivas, a Super Tackle sent Arjun to the bench but the impressive start by the defenders did not last for too long.

How well do you know these facts about Union Budget?

How well do you know these facts about Union Budget?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1 will present a record eighth consecutive budget that is expected to contain measures to shore up weakening economic growth and ease the burden on the middle class struggling with high prices and stagnant wage growth while being fiscally prudent.

Row after photo of jailed actor Darshan's hang-out goes viral

Row after photo of jailed actor Darshan's hang-out goes viral

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

In the picture, Darshan, currently lodged in Parappana Agrahara Central jail, is seen in a relaxed mood, sitting on a chair, holding a cigarette and a coffee cup, in an open space.

Proposal to rename Mysuru road after Siddaramaiah sparks outrage

Proposal to rename Mysuru road after Siddaramaiah sparks outrage

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

A proposal by the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) to rename a stretch of road in the city after Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has sparked strong objections from the opposition JD(S) and citizens. The proposal, which calls for naming a stretch of KRS Road as 'Siddaramaiah Arogya Marga', has been met with criticism, with the JD(S) calling it a "betrayal and insult" to the city's history and the state. The proposal has also drawn ire from RTI activist Snehamayi Krishna, who alleges that the road holds historical significance and that Siddaramaiah is an accused in the MUDA site allotment case. Citizens have also voiced their objections to the proposal, and Krishna has announced her intention to challenge it legally.

Ananth Kumar's portfolios given to Tomar, Sadananda Gowda

Ananth Kumar's portfolios given to Tomar, Sadananda Gowda

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

Narendra Singh Tomar has been given the additional charge of the ministry of parliamentary affairs and D V Sadananda Gowda that of the ministry of chemicals and fertilisers.

3rd case filed against Prajwal; whistleblower also booked

3rd case filed against Prajwal; whistleblower also booked

Rediff.com10 May 2024

One more rape case has been registered against Janata Dal-Secular MP and Lok Sabha poll candidate from Hassan Prajwal Revanna, taking the number of cases pertaining to the alleged sexual abuse of several women to three, police sources said.

Will Deve Gowda's citadel fall this time?

Will Deve Gowda's citadel fall this time?

Rediff.com4 May 2018

With the family patriarch ageing, his successor H D Kumaraswamy not keeping well, and palpable anger against his other son H D Revanna in the family pocket borough of Holenarsipura, the clan is seemingly in decline.

Renukaswamy murder: Darshan's police custody extended

Renukaswamy murder: Darshan's police custody extended

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

A court in Bengaluru on Saturday extended the police custody of Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa along with his friend Pavithra Gowda and eleven others, who are accused in connection with the Renukaswamy murder case, by five more days.

Shyam Benegal's Life In Pictures

Shyam Benegal's Life In Pictures

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Shyam Benegal passed into the ages on December 23, leaving behind a rich legacy. We look back at some interesting moments from his life.

'Kalia Kumaraswamy': K'taka minister's racial slur against HDK

'Kalia Kumaraswamy': K'taka minister's racial slur against HDK

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

The Janata Dal-Secular demanded that the Congress government should sack Khan from the Cabinet for his racist slur.

Court orders ex-PM Gowda to pay Rs 2 cr damages in defamation case

Court orders ex-PM Gowda to pay Rs 2 cr damages in defamation case

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

A court in Bengaluru has directed former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda to pay Rs 2 crore as damages to the Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises (NICE) for his "defamatory statement" against the company in a television interview 10 years ago.

Modi 3rd PM to deliver 11 I-Day speeches after Nehru, Indira

Modi 3rd PM to deliver 11 I-Day speeches after Nehru, Indira

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

The record lies with first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru who did the honours 17 times from 1947 to 1964.

Deve Gowda rules out JD-S support to BJP govt

Deve Gowda rules out JD-S support to BJP govt

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

Gowda explained that G T Devegowda intended to say that the JD-S would not oppose every move of BJP just for the heck of it.

After first time as PM, Deve Gowda eyes 2nd entry into RS

After first time as PM, Deve Gowda eyes 2nd entry into RS

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

The JD-S, which has 34 seats in the assembly, is not in a position to win a seat in Rajya Sabha on its own and will need support from the Congress with its surplus votes. A minimum of 44 votes are required for candidates to win. If he wins, this will be the second Rajya Sabha entry for 87-year-old Gowda, the first time being in 1996 as PM.

'BJP has given me an opportunity': Kumaraswamy to join Modi cabinet

'BJP has given me an opportunity': Kumaraswamy to join Modi cabinet

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Kumaraswamy reiterated his desire to be the Agriculture Minister.

Sexual abuse of women: Prajwal Revanna will be suspended, says Kumaraswamy

Sexual abuse of women: Prajwal Revanna will be suspended, says Kumaraswamy

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

The former chief minister also sought to distance JD-S's alliance partner Bharatiya Janata Party and Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the case, amid attacks by the ruling Congress seeking their response on the issue.

Kannada actor Darshan shifted to new jail amid VIP treatment row

Kannada actor Darshan shifted to new jail amid VIP treatment row

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

The court has also permitted shifting of other co-accused in the murder case to various prisons in the state, and a few of them were relocated today.

Modi turns 74; leaders across party lines extend wishes

Modi turns 74; leaders across party lines extend wishes

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Modi was born on September 17, 1950 in a small town in Gujarat.

Asian Games: Gowda wins discus throw silver

Asian Games: Gowda wins discus throw silver

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

India's ace discus thrower Vikas Gowda won the silver medal in the men's discuss throw event, during the 17th Asian Games in Incheon on Tuesday.

Waqf land row: Karnataka withdraws notices to farmers

Waqf land row: Karnataka withdraws notices to farmers

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah directed officials on Saturday to immediately retract all notices sent to farmers regarding Waqf land.

Meet The New Influencers

Meet The New Influencers

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

Across the board, brands use influencers like a Bhuvan Bam or Kusha Kapila as the second or third rung of their strategy. The first rung is always a celebrity that has been created outside the Internet, through mainstream media.

Denied bypoll ticket, Karnataka BJP leader joins Cong

Denied bypoll ticket, Karnataka BJP leader joins Cong

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

In a dramatic development, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Minister C P Yogeeshwara on Wednesday quit his party and joined the Congress, which is now expected to field him in the November 13 assembly bypolls from Channapatna.

Darshan paid Rs 30 lakh to dispose Renukaswamy's body

Darshan paid Rs 30 lakh to dispose Renukaswamy's body

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

A total 17 people, including Darshan and his friend Pavithra Gowda, are accused in the murder case.

Gowda says there will be mid-term polls in Karnataka

Gowda says there will be mid-term polls in Karnataka

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

Gowda also said he did not know how long the Congress-JD-S government, headed by his son H D Kumaraswamy, would continue and it was in the hands of the senior coalition partner.

Encore of 1996? Naidu meets Deve Gowda, Kumaraswamy

Encore of 1996? Naidu meets Deve Gowda, Kumaraswamy

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Setting the stage for the revival of an united front against the BJP, Naidu claimed the mood of the nation was against the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance and soon an alliance would be formed with various regional parties.

SIT won't go abroad to bring Prajwal Revanna back: Karnataka HM

SIT won't go abroad to bring Prajwal Revanna back: Karnataka HM

Rediff.com12 May 2024

He also cautioned political leaders about making public statements or sharing information in connection with the case, which is sensitive.

Forest staffer suspended for anti-EVM WhatsApp status

Forest staffer suspended for anti-EVM WhatsApp status

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

A forest department staffer in Yavatmal district of Maharashtra has been suspended for allegedly violating the model code of conduct by keeping a WhatsApp status message that raised question marks over the efficacy of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), an official said on Thursday.

SIT arrests two over circulation of videos involving Prajwal Revanna

SIT arrests two over circulation of videos involving Prajwal Revanna

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Two persons -- Chetan and Likith Gowda -- were arrested in Hassan, and they are reportedly associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party in the district, they said.

25k pen drives with sex abuse footage given out before polls: HDK

25k pen drives with sex abuse footage given out before polls: HDK

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Kumaraswamy alleged that 25,000 pen drives were distributed in the entire state, and cited a report in a regional daily to support his claim.

Contests That Startled India

Contests That Startled India

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Lok Sabha constituencies that sprung a surprise in the 2024 polls.

Photo shows Renukaswamy pleaded for life before murder

Photo shows Renukaswamy pleaded for life before murder

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

A day after police filed a chargesheet against Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa and other accused in the Renukaswamy murder case, a photograph of the victim pleading for life emerged on social media on Thursday.

Centre silent on Prajwal's diplomatic passport cancellation: K'taka HM

Centre silent on Prajwal's diplomatic passport cancellation: K'taka HM

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Parameshwara said the chief minister had written a letter to the prime minister on the issue, and added that cancelling Prajwal's passport after a warrant is issued against him is the Centre's duty.