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When country faces difficult time...: SC pulls up Rohingya petitioners

When country faces difficult time...: SC pulls up Rohingya petitioners

Rediff.com16 May 2025

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh also questioned the authenticity of materials placed before it by petitioner Mohd Ismail and others and refused to stay any further deportation of Rohingyas saying similar relief was denied by the court.

Will Pak hockey team be granted entry to India for Asia Cup?

Will Pak hockey team be granted entry to India for Asia Cup?

Rediff.com20 May 2025

The country comes first for us. Asia Cup is happening in India, and whatever the government advises us, we will abide by tha

Karnataka Cabinet rolls out Cong's 5 poll guarantees

Karnataka Cabinet rolls out Cong's 5 poll guarantees

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

The Cabinet held a detailed discussion regarding the five guarantees and its implementation, and has arrived at decisions, Siddaramaiah who headed the meeting told reporters.

India Must Be Ready For Next War With Pakistan

India Must Be Ready For Next War With Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

India has to fill in all the critical gaps in missiles, ammunition, sensors and stockpile in the fastest possible manner, focusing on the critical instruments that worked this time, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Markets Choppy? Don't Worry. You Can Still Make Money

Markets Choppy? Don't Worry. You Can Still Make Money

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

If you redeem your investments when prices have fallen sharply, you will be selling at low prices and may make a permanent loss. On the other hand, if you remain patient and remain invested, you give your investment the time to recover, says Dwaipayan Bose

How much will Congress's election guarantees cost?

How much will Congress's election guarantees cost?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

'Right to apprenticeship means that anyone below the age of 25 years with a diploma or other qualifications can demand an apprenticeship with a private, a public sector company or a government organisation. And when he/she demands this, it is the obligation of the government to provide it.'

IPL shortlists three venues ahead of resumption

IPL shortlists three venues ahead of resumption

Rediff.com10 May 2025

ESPNcricinfo also reported that several team officials informed were of the opinion that the remainder of the tournament could be played later in the year.

Russia's Rosneft in early talks with Reliance to sell stake in India unit

Russia's Rosneft in early talks with Reliance to sell stake in India unit

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Russian oil giant PJSC Rosneft Oil Company is in early talks with Reliance Industries for sale of its 49.13 per cent stake in Nayara Energy, which operates a 20-million tonnes-a-year oil refinery and 6,750 petrol pumps in India, sources said. Reliance has held preliminary talks for acquisition of Nayara, which will help it overtake state-owned Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) to become India's No.1 oil refiner as well as give a meaningful presence in the fuel marketing space.

Will Siddaramaiah cabinet okay 5 poll guarantees on Friday?

Will Siddaramaiah cabinet okay 5 poll guarantees on Friday?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

All eyes are set on the Karnataka cabinet meeting on Friday where a decision will be taken on implementing the five guarantees promised by the ruling Congress during the assembly elections in May.

16 held for illegal slaughter of cattle in Assam during Eid: Himanta

16 held for illegal slaughter of cattle in Assam during Eid: Himanta

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

People from the Hindu community blocked roads in Hojai during the day, alleging that some pieces of meat were thrown by miscreants on Saturday night, and while Muslims also held another roadblock and the police had to use batons to disperse protesters, a senior officer said.

Govt hikes Voda stake to 49%, promoters to retain control

Govt hikes Voda stake to 49%, promoters to retain control

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

The government's stake in Vodafone Idea will more than double to 48.99 per cent as it is set to acquire shares worth Rs 36,950 crore in lieu of outstanding spectrum auction dues, the company said in a regulatory filing on Sunday.

HC to Rahul Gandhi: Freedom of speech doesn't mean...

HC to Rahul Gandhi: Freedom of speech doesn't mean...

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Freedom of speech is subject to reasonable restrictions and it does not include the freedom to make defamatory statements against any person or the Indian Army, the Allahabad High Court has said, rejecting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's plea to quash summons against him for alleged derogatory remarks during his Bharat Jodo Yatra in 2022.

What's The Solution To India's Pakistan Problem?

What's The Solution To India's Pakistan Problem?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

China and Pakistan are in a tight strategic alliance. India must deal with them one at a time, but be prepared in case they decide to collude, points out Shekhar Gupta.

If Pakistan seeks survival...: Modi's stern warning

If Pakistan seeks survival...: Modi's stern warning

Rediff.com12 May 2025

In his first address to the nation after Operation Sindoor, the prime minister said on Monday that for India to uphold peace, it must be strong, and when necessary, that strength must be exercised.

Modi's warning to Pakistan in Kanpuriya lingo draws cheers

Modi's warning to Pakistan in Kanpuriya lingo draws cheers

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the world has seen the power of India's indigenous weapons during Operation Sindoor, which is 'not over yet'.

Indian Students Caught In US Visa Turmoil

Indian Students Caught In US Visa Turmoil

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Uncertainty clouds US fall intake as Trump's visa ban on Harvard raises fears of wider policy shifts, pushing Indian students to explore alternative destinations.

Superbet Chess: Praggnanandhaa outwits Abdusattorov

Superbet Chess: Praggnanandhaa outwits Abdusattorov

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Praggnanandhaa beats Abdusattorov in Superbet chess

Trade deal with India: US likely to seek tariff cuts, regulatory reforms

Trade deal with India: US likely to seek tariff cuts, regulatory reforms

Rediff.com4 May 2025

The US is expected to push for sweeping changes in India's policies, ranging from tariff reductions to regulatory overhauls, that could benefit American firms and exporters, under the proposed bilateral trade agreement with India, think tank GTRI said on Sunday.

Under pressure to implement poll guarantees, K'taka minister says...

Under pressure to implement poll guarantees, K'taka minister says...

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Priyank Kharge on Wednesday said criteria and frameworks are being decided for its implementation.

Gauff, Pegula, Zverev Exit Wimbledon!

Gauff, Pegula, Zverev Exit Wimbledon!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

13 of the men's seeds fell at the first hurdle -- a Wimbledon record since 32 seeds were introduced in 2001.

'Maligned India': Govt defends cancelling US scribe's OCI card

'Maligned India': Govt defends cancelling US scribe's OCI card

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

The Centre has defended in the Delhi high court its decision to cancel the overseas citizen of India (OCI) card of United States-based journalist Raphael Satter saying he maligned Indian institutions in the international arena through journalistic activities.

No free for all schemes: Priyank Kharge on 5 guarantees

No free for all schemes: Priyank Kharge on 5 guarantees

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Friday said that the Congress government will try to implement the five poll guarantees as soon as possible, but there will be certain 'rules and regulations'.

Declined Trump's invite to US for Lord Jagannath: Modi in Odisha

Declined Trump's invite to US for Lord Jagannath: Modi in Odisha

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

According to Misri's statement, Modi said he could not accept the invitation due to a pre-existing schedule, and invited Trump to visit India for the Quad Summit, likely later this year.

EPL PIX: Newcastle blank Chelsea; Forest drop points

EPL PIX: Newcastle blank Chelsea; Forest drop points

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Newcastle United registered a 2-0 home win over Chelsea on Sunday that moves the Magpies a step closer to Champions League football next season.

'My dream to see...': Sonia announces 6 guarantees for T'gana

'My dream to see...': Sonia announces 6 guarantees for T'gana

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

"Under Mahalakshmi, Rs 2,500 per month financial assistance will be given to women in Telangana, gas cylinders at Rs 500, and free travel for women in buses across the state," she said explaining some of the guarantees.

Coco Gauff Is French Open CHAMPION

Coco Gauff Is French Open CHAMPION

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Coco Gauff overcomes Sabalenka in error-riddled final to win French Open

Farmer leader Dallewal ends 130-day hunger strike, says stir to continue

Farmer leader Dallewal ends 130-day hunger strike, says stir to continue

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal has ended his hunger strike which he began on November 26, 2022, to press for various demands of agitating farmers including a legal guarantee on the minimum support price (MSP) for crops. The announcement came after appeals from Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Union Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu. Dallewal said he would continue to fight for the MSP guarantee and other demands.

US, Ukraine finally sign rare earth minerals deal

US, Ukraine finally sign rare earth minerals deal

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The United States and Ukraine have signed an 'economic partnership agreement,' giving Washington, DC access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals in return for creating an investment fund in the country, CNN reported.

Lesson from 2009: Early Monsoon, Not Always Good

Lesson from 2009: Early Monsoon, Not Always Good

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The last time the southwest monsoon arrived earlier than in 2025 -- that is, back in 2009 -- the rains lost steam after the early onset and ended the season with almost 23 per cent deficient rainfall, which was the lowest recorded average rainfall in several decades over India.

Siddaramaiah cabinet gives 'in-principle' nod for Cong's 5 guarantees

Siddaramaiah cabinet gives 'in-principle' nod for Cong's 5 guarantees

Rediff.com20 May 2023

The first Cabinet meeting was held immediately after Siddaramaiah was sworn in as Chief Minister, and D K Shivakumar as Deputy Chief Minister along with eight MLAs as Ministers.

Govt mulls nuclear energy law revamp to allow private sector entry

Govt mulls nuclear energy law revamp to allow private sector entry

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Government sources said amendments were being considered to the Atomic Energy Act to allow private sector participation and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act to limit the liability on suppliers of equipment to build atomic energy plants.

'Gill Can Be A Great Captain'

'Gill Can Be A Great Captain'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'Shubman Gill is a great thinker and player, but man management will be key to his leadership success.'

BJP And The Long-Standing Preamble Dream

BJP And The Long-Standing Preamble Dream

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

BJP and RSS leaders are once again pushing to remove the words 'secular' and 'socialist' from the Constitution's Preamble, showing a deeper effort to change India's identity from a diverse, multi-religious republic to a Hindu-first nation, even though they don't have the numbers in Parliament to officially change the Constitution, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Karnataka Opposition steps up pressure on Cong over 5 guarantees

Karnataka Opposition steps up pressure on Cong over 5 guarantees

Rediff.com26 May 2023

According to Congress, the five schemes are 200 units of free power to all households (Gruha Jyoti), Rs 2,000 monthly assistance to the woman head of every family (Gruha Lakshmi), 10 kg of rice free to every member of a BPL household (Anna Bhagya), Rs 3,000 every month for unemployed graduate youth and Rs 1,500 for unemployed diploma holders (both in the age group of 18-25) for two years (YuvaNidhi), and free travel for women in public transport buses (Shakti).

I guarantee you, won't spare anyone involved in corruption, says Modi

I guarantee you, won't spare anyone involved in corruption, says Modi

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday came down heavily on opposition leaders, asserting that he will not "spare anyone involved in corruption" while pledging "to take every scamster to task".

K'taka govt's 2 more guarantees come into force

K'taka govt's 2 more guarantees come into force

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

The government has already implemented one of its five poll guarantees, "Shakti", by providing free services for women in public transport buses.

Revanth Reddy-led govt in Telangana to roll out 2 of 6 guarantees on Friday

Revanth Reddy-led govt in Telangana to roll out 2 of 6 guarantees on Friday

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

He said with a view to releasing a white paper on the state's finances, the cabinet has asked the officials to furnish information on the expenditure made by the previous government from 2014 to December 7, 2023 on all departments in the state government and the purposes for which the expenditure was incurred.

Train to Valley: Political unity greets Kashmir rail launch

Train to Valley: Political unity greets Kashmir rail launch

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Political parties, cutting across affiliations and ideologies, Friday welcomed the Kashmir rail link inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, hoping for a boost in trade and tourism in the valley.

SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to resume his podcast with conditions

SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to resume his podcast with conditions

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh took note of Allahbadia's submission that the podcast was his only source of livelihood and around 280 people employed by him were dependent on the show.

Constitution doesn't support forced or fraudulent conversion: HC

Constitution doesn't support forced or fraudulent conversion: HC

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Justice Vinod Diwaker made the observation while rejecting a plea to cancel an FIR against four people accused under the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Religious Conversion Act, 2021.