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ISL: Mohun Bagan soar to the top!

ISL: Mohun Bagan soar to the top!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Mohun Bagan Super Giant extended their positive form with a 2-0 win over NorthEast United FC to move to the top of the table in the Indian Super League in Guwahati on Sunday.

Assam CM may order SIT probe into 'Pak links' of Gogoi's wife

Assam CM may order SIT probe into 'Pak links' of Gogoi's wife

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into allegations of Pakistan links of Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi's British wife Elizabeth Colburn. Sarma alleged that Colburn had visited Pakistan after her marriage and that there are apprehensions of ISI infiltration into the Chief Minister's Office when Gogoi's father, the late Tarun Gogoi, was the chief minister. Sarma also shared screenshots of social media posts by Ali Tauqeer Sheikh, an advisor of the Pakistan Planning Commission and a former colleague of Colburn, claiming that the relationship between the Gogois and Sheikh appeared to be "deeply rooted." Sarma's allegations have been rejected by the Congress as "laughable and entertaining."

India revels in Holi, Friday prayers held peacefully

India revels in Holi, Friday prayers held peacefully

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Holi was celebrated with pomp and splendor across India on Friday, with people soaking in the festivities by smearing 'gulaal' on each other and exchanging greetings and sweets. Homes and streets wore a colourful look as the revellers splashed colours and feasted on traditional delicacies. Public transport did not ply in the morning in most major cities while metro services started functioning from noon. As Holi coincided with the second Friday prayers during the holy Islamic month of Ramzan, security -- including increased patrolling and picketing -- was beefed up in several states. In Delhi, more than 25,000 security personnel were deployed. Police closely monitored about 300 sensitive areas with CCTV cameras and drones.

Gambhir Seeks Kamakhya Temple Blessings

Gambhir Seeks Kamakhya Temple Blessings

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Ahead of India's Test and T20I series against Bangladesh, Head Coach Gautam Gambhir made a pilgrimage to the Kamakhya temple in Guwahati.

Rain Fury Leave Many Struggling

Rain Fury Leave Many Struggling

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Floods wreak havoc across the nation, leaving countless people stranded and in urgent need of assistance.

2,000 notes: Rs 6,839 cr still with the public

2,000 notes: Rs 6,839 cr still with the public

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

The Reserve Bank on Monday said 98.08 per cent of the Rs 2,000 banknotes have been returned to the banking system, and only Rs 6,839 crore worth such notes are still with the public. On May 19, 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the withdrawal of Rs 2,000 denomination banknotes from circulation.

ISL: Last minute drama as Chennaiyin down NorthEast Utd

ISL: Last minute drama as Chennaiyin down NorthEast Utd

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Determined Chennaiyin FC came from a goal down to beat NorthEast United 3-2 in an Indian Super League match at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Thursday, courtesy of a brace from birthday boy Wilmar Jordan Gil.

Denied cabinet berth, Shiv Sena MLA quits party posts

Denied cabinet berth, Shiv Sena MLA quits party posts

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Shiv Sena MLA Narendra Bhondekar has resigned from all party posts after expressing disappointment at not being included in the Maharashtra cabinet. Bhondekar, who was the Shiv Sena's deputy leader and co-ordinator for eastern Vidarbha districts, claimed his party head and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde had promised him a cabinet berth. He said he intended to secure a cabinet post to become the guardian minister of Bhandara district, but he will now serve as an ordinary party worker.

You are insulting parents: SC slams Allahbadia but protects from arrest

You are insulting parents: SC slams Allahbadia but protects from arrest

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

The SC questioned the language used by Allahbadia during the show, saying society has some values.

Union Budget 2025: Will 10K new medical seats curb students outflow?

Union Budget 2025: Will 10K new medical seats curb students outflow?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

The Indian government's announcement of 10,000 additional seats in medical colleges next year, part of a plan to add 75,000 seats over five years, has been welcomed by education experts and stakeholders. The move aims to address the shortage of medical professionals and reduce the outflow of Indian medical students to other countries. The budget also includes infrastructure expansion at five new IITs to accommodate 6,500 more students and an allocation of Rs 500 crore to set up a Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence for education.

1 worker found dead in Assam coal mine on Day 3 of rescue

1 worker found dead in Assam coal mine on Day 3 of rescue

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

The body of one of the nine workers trapped inside a coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district was recovered by army divers on Wednesday on the third day of the rescue operations, officials said.

Kharge seeks Prez Murmu's intervention to restore peace in Manipur

Kharge seeks Prez Murmu's intervention to restore peace in Manipur

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has written to President Droupadi Murmu expressing concern over the ongoing violence in Manipur and urging her immediate intervention to ensure the safety and security of the people. In his letter, Kharge highlighted the 'failure' of the state and central governments in restoring law and order, citing the loss of over 300 lives and the displacement of nearly a lakh people. He emphasized the constitutional imperative of the President to intervene and protect the lives and properties of citizens in Manipur.

Curfew relaxed in Guwahati, Dibrugarh for few hours

Curfew relaxed in Guwahati, Dibrugarh for few hours

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

The curfew has been relaxed in Guwahati from 9 am to 4 pm and in Dibrugarh from 8 am to 2 pm. Schools and offices remain shut.

Assam coal mine tragedy: Bodies of 3 more labourers recovered

Assam coal mine tragedy: Bodies of 3 more labourers recovered

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

The body of another worker, who was trapped inside a coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district, was recovered on Saturday from the quarry during rescue operations, an official said.

Assam will become a Muslim-majority state by 2041: Himanta

Assam will become a Muslim-majority state by 2041: Himanta

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The chief minister said the population of the Hindu community is rising by around 16 per cent every 10 years.

Manipur NDA MLAs call for 'mass operation' against Kuki militants

Manipur NDA MLAs call for 'mass operation' against Kuki militants

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Seven MLAs were absent from the meeting with formal information on medical grounds, while notice was received from 11 MLAs for their absence without reasons, it said.

Satish-Aadya: Climbing rankings while embracing trials

Satish-Aadya: Climbing rankings while embracing trials

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Just 18 months after pairing up, the young mixed doubles pair of Sathish Kumar Karunakaran and Aadya Variyath rise to World No 33.

Japan PM postpones trip to violence-hit Guwahati

Japan PM postpones trip to violence-hit Guwahati

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Guwahati is witnessing massive protests over the new Citizenship law. The MEA said that both sides have decided to 'defer' Abe's visit to a mutually convenient date.

Cops reach Allahbadia's home; NCW summons him, Raina, others

Cops reach Allahbadia's home; NCW summons him, Raina, others

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

A day after he hit the spotlight with a comment on parents and sex, trouble mounted for influencer Ranveer Allahbadia on Tuesday with Mumbai police at his doorstep, YouTube pulling down the episode of 'India's Got Latent' and the issue being raised in Parliament.

Lovlina joins fight to keep boxing in Olympics

Lovlina joins fight to keep boxing in Olympics

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Eyeing a third straight Olympic appearance in 2028 (if the sport is included in the roster) Tokyo Games bronze medallist Lovlina said she will take it one step at a time from here on.

A R Rahman to perform in live concert for Kamala Harris

A R Rahman to perform in live concert for Kamala Harris

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Music composer A R Rahman will be performing at a live music concert to celebrate Kamala Harris's historic candidacy for US president, an Indian-American fundraiser has announced.

ISL: NorthEast United FC held to a frustrating draw

ISL: NorthEast United FC held to a frustrating draw

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Despite having the ball possession of 60.6 per cent, the Highlanders were not able to go past the defence of the Mohammedan FC.

AIFF rectifies referee's on-field decision, overturns NorthEast United's red card

AIFF rectifies referee's on-field decision, overturns NorthEast United's red card

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

In accordance with the decision, the committee has rescinded the red card shown to Akhtar, and downgraded it to a caution (yellow card) "for reckless play nature as suggested concerning the technical report".

New principal of RG Kar hospital removed amid protests

New principal of RG Kar hospital removed amid protests

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

The three senior officials of the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital (RGKMCH) were transferred to various state-run health facilities.

How Jennifer Passes Her Time

How Jennifer Passes Her Time

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Malavika shows off her long tresses... Shriya craves for a holiday... Nimrat visits a temple...

Lord Vishnu, Goddess Laxmi Stranded In Brahmaputra

Lord Vishnu, Goddess Laxmi Stranded In Brahmaputra

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

The Brahmaputra is flowing over its danger marks in different part of Assam due to incessant rainfall across the state.

NEUFC's new home Shillong set to host Chhetri, others

NEUFC's new home Shillong set to host Chhetri, others

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

I-League 2 team Sudeva FC launches collaboration with VfB Stuttgart for grassroots development

Assam's eviction drive turns violent; 2 killed in police firing, 34 hurt

Assam's eviction drive turns violent; 2 killed in police firing, 34 hurt

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Twenty-two police personnel and a government official were also injured in an attack by an irate mob which prompted the firing by the law enforcers.

Women achievers to run Modi's social media on Int'l Women's Day

Women achievers to run Modi's social media on Int'l Women's Day

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that he will hand over his social media accounts to women achievers from different walks of life to mark International Women's Day on March 8. In his monthly "Mann Ki Baat" address, Modi said these successful women will talk about their work and experience on his social media accounts. He also renewed his appeal to people to take measures to deal with the growing problem of obesity and encouraged people to visit research laboratories or planetariums to mark National Science Day on February 28. Modi highlighted India's progress in space science and artificial intelligence, and emphasized the importance of celebrating and respecting the indomitable spirit of women. He also spoke about the diversity of India's wildlife and the importance of conservation efforts.

No impact on India from Brahmaputra dam, claims China

No impact on India from Brahmaputra dam, claims China

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

China has reiterated its plan to build the world's largest dam over the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, near the Indian border. The Chinese Foreign Ministry has assured that the project, estimated to cost around USD 137 billion, will not have any negative impact on downstream countries, India and Bangladesh. The ministry has stated that the project has undergone rigorous scientific verification and will be conducive to disaster prevention and mitigation, as well as climate change response. India has expressed concerns about the dam, raising the issue during talks with the visiting US National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan. China has maintained that the project will not negatively affect the lower reaches and has committed to maintaining communication with downstream countries.

'Govt Unsure How To Fire Economy Upwards'

'Govt Unsure How To Fire Economy Upwards'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

'I am optimistic about the Budget because of the fiscal discipline the government has committed to.'

Nearly 98% of Rs 2000 notes have been returned

Nearly 98% of Rs 2000 notes have been returned

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday said 98.04 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes have been returned to the banking system, and only Rs 6,970 crore worth such notes are still with the public. On May 19, 2023, the RBI announced the withdrawal of Rs 2000 denomination banknotes from circulation.

Kumbh devotees walk 15 km for bus; thousands stranded at rly station

Kumbh devotees walk 15 km for bus; thousands stranded at rly station

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Devotees attending the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj are facing transportation challenges, with many forced to walk long distances in search of transport. Thousands of pilgrims returning from the event are stranded at Varanasi Cantt and Banaras railway stations, with some missing their trains due to the rush and others stuck because of cancellations. Officials say the traffic situation in the district has returned to normal, but some pilgrims report difficulties in finding transport and reaching their destinations.

Shiv Sena rebel speaks: 38 MLAs with us in Guwahati, 4 more are coming

Shiv Sena rebel speaks: 38 MLAs with us in Guwahati, 4 more are coming

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

'We have not decided yet if we will be joining hands with the BJP and, if so, what kind of ministries will be distributed among the rebel MLAs'

Indian Open: Heartbreak for Lakshya, Prannoy; Tanisha-Ashwini shine

Indian Open: Heartbreak for Lakshya, Prannoy; Tanisha-Ashwini shine

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

India's men's singles campaign suffered a setback as none of the players could make it past the opening round on Day 2 of the India Open in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Manipur: 3-yr-old was shot in head, eye missing, reveals autopsy

Manipur: 3-yr-old was shot in head, eye missing, reveals autopsy

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

The autopsy reports of three of the six persons killed in Manipur's Jiribam district by suspected Kuki militants revealed multiple bullet injuries and lacerations on various parts of their bodies, officials said on Sunday.

'I've Never Written With The Market In Mind'

'I've Never Written With The Market In Mind'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

'When I am working on a series, be it Paatal Lok on Amazon Prime or Kohrra on Netflix, I never take it for granted that we will be back with another season.' 'It's only at the end of the season that I ask myself if I still have it in me to take the story further and if I would like to meet the characters again.' 'If the answer is yes, then I find ways to make the journey exciting for myself, like taking Inspector Haathiram Chaudhary to Nagaland.'

CAB: Guwahati top cop shunted out; Internet suspended

CAB: Guwahati top cop shunted out; Internet suspended

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Suspension of Internet services in ten districts of Assam was extended for 48 hours on Thursday

'Budget Is Good From Inflation Perspective'

'Budget Is Good From Inflation Perspective'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

'The finance minister has done as much as she can when you look into the fiscal constraints she had.'

Normalcy returns to Guwahati; no fresh violence in WB

Normalcy returns to Guwahati; no fresh violence in WB

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Assam witnessed violent protests against the Citizenship Act since December 11.