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Ramdev booked for hate speech at seers' meet

Ramdev booked for hate speech at seers' meet

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

The FIR was registered at Chauhatan police station based on a complaint filed by a local resident, Pathai Khan, a police officer said.

SC extends order to protect 'Shivling' in Gyanvapi mosque

SC extends order to protect 'Shivling' in Gyanvapi mosque

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

It also directed the Hindu parties to file their replies within three weeks on the appeal filed by the management committee of the Anjuman Intezamia Masjid challenging the Allahabad High Court order on the appointment of a survey commissioner.

Bangladesh: New Jamaat-linked terror group has their eyes on Hindus

Bangladesh: New Jamaat-linked terror group has their eyes on Hindus

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

The outfit has prepared a list of local Hindus and secularists who they plan to target.

Supreme Court set to hear Ayodhya dispute pleas

Supreme Court set to hear Ayodhya dispute pleas

Rediff.com8 May 2011

Expressing dissatisfaction over the high court's verdict of dividing the 2.77 acre disputed site into three parts among Muslims, Hindus and Nirmohi Akhara, different religious groups have approached the apex court.

UP cops get to take accused in online gaming conversion row to Ghaziabad

UP cops get to take accused in online gaming conversion row to Ghaziabad

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

"He is being taken to Ghaziabad from Thane by road," the police official said.

It's homecoming, not conversion, says Hindu outfit as row snowballs

It's homecoming, not conversion, says Hindu outfit as row snowballs

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Amid a raging row over alleged forced reconversions in Agra, a Hindu organisation has announced its plan to "convert a large number of people" on December 25, which was welcomed by a local Bharatiya Janata Party MP who said people are within their rights to choose their religion.

Now, Hindu, Muslim, Sikh priests for British Army

Now, Hindu, Muslim, Sikh priests for British Army

Rediff.com20 Oct 2005

The appointments reflect the diverse nature of personnel serving in the Armed forces and represent the largest of the non-Christian faith groups.

'Religious groups should'nt incite anti-nuke protesters'

'Religious groups should'nt incite anti-nuke protesters'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2012

Union Minister V Narayanasamy on Saturday said it is the responsibility of the Centre and the Tamil Nadu government to allay fears of locals over the Koodankulam nuclear power plant and asked religious groups not to instigate anti-nuclear protesters.

Jamshedpur violence: Man booked over social media post

Jamshedpur violence: Man booked over social media post

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

The accused person has been absconding and search is underway to trace him, police said.

'Hindus, Muslims, Christians voted for Modi in Gujarat'

'Hindus, Muslims, Christians voted for Modi in Gujarat'

Rediff.com15 May 2013

Ever since the Sivagiri Mutt in Kerala invited Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as the chief guest of the Sree Narayana Dharma Meemamsa Parishad, Kerala politics has taken a new direction.

Unknown group claims responsibility for Pune blast

Unknown group claims responsibility for Pune blast

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

An unknown group called the Laskhar-e-Taiyba Al Alami on Tuesday claimed responsibility for the blast in Pune's German Bakery that killed 9 people and injured many more.A person, calling himself Abu Jindal, called a national daily and claimed to be the spokesperson of the LeT Al Alami (international). Jindal declared that the group had carried out the attack because of 'India's refusal to discuss Kashmir' and 'India's alliance with America'.

'Rahul should not contest from Wayanad'

'Rahul should not contest from Wayanad'

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

'He should not come to Kerala and fight against the CPI which is an integral part of the INDIA alliance'

Will Modi's TN Over-Exposure Boomerang On BJP?

Will Modi's TN Over-Exposure Boomerang On BJP?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

There is an impression within the Tamil Nadu BJP -- although no one is airing it -- that over-exposure for Narendra Modi over the past months may work against party candidates, as they have triggered a near-continuous social media debate on his achievements and failures, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

'The unfolding events indicate a dangerous internal security situation in Manipur and the region. It can have external ramifications also.'

PHOTOS: It's a Diwali dhamaka as unbeaten India thump Dutch!

PHOTOS: It's a Diwali dhamaka as unbeaten India thump Dutch!

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

After their colleagues had departed following breezy fifties on a good M Chinnaswamy Stadium track, Iyer (128 not out) struck his fourth ODI ton before Rahul (102) exploded as the duo lit up the stage on the Hindu festival of Diwali to get India to 410-4.

Haryana sanctions land for RAF battalion in Nuh amid communal violence

Haryana sanctions land for RAF battalion in Nuh amid communal violence

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The sanction to hand over the plot of about 50 acres in Indri village of Nuh to the Rapid Action Force came earlier this week.

Gehlot questions Shekhawat's court move over Sanjivani scam

Gehlot questions Shekhawat's court move over Sanjivani scam

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Shekhawat has filed a defamation case against Gehlot for accusing him and his family of being involved in the alleged Sanjivani Credit Cooperative Society "scam".

Jnanpith winner: 'Right-wing groups have brought shame to India'

Jnanpith winner: 'Right-wing groups have brought shame to India'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

'I stand by what I said. It is understandable that Rushdie got angry and called me names. But it also means it hurt him because there was some truth in what I said.'

LeT groups will attack India: US intelligence

LeT groups will attack India: US intelligence

Rediff.com5 Feb 2008

The US intelligence believes that Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Tayiba and Kashmir-focused insurgent groups will continue to plan and execute "attacks" in India.

Malaysian court allows joint trial for 54 Indians

Malaysian court allows joint trial for 54 Indians

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

A Malaysian court has allowed a joint trial for 54 ethnic Indians who took part in an "illegal" assembly organised by a non-governmental Hindu group in November last year to protest against the alleged marginalisation of the community.

Are Gold Bonds An Attractive Option?

Are Gold Bonds An Attractive Option?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Understand the pros and cons of SGBs before rushing to invest in them based on past returns.

AAP office attacked over Bhushan's remarks; Hindu Raksha Dal leader, 12 others held

AAP office attacked over Bhushan's remarks; Hindu Raksha Dal leader, 12 others held

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

A group of people on Wednesday attacked the Aam Aadmi Party headquarters in Kaushambi in Ghaziabad with bricks and stones apparently to protest party leader Prashant Bhushan's remarks on Kashmir.

Controversy in Noida society over Namaz

Controversy in Noida society over Namaz

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

"There is no law and order situation. The matter has been resolved. The deployment of police is part of precautionary measures," Dixit told PTI.

When Modi Met Rishi

When Modi Met Rishi

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

In Bali, Indonesia's Hindu majority province, attending the convention of Group of 20 leaders are two men who also share the Hindu faith -- Narendra Damodardas Modi, the prime minister of India, and Rishi Sunak, the prime minister of the United Kingdom.

'You are ruining an entire generation'

'You are ruining an entire generation'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

'We are calling companies to set up assembly plants for mobile phones while all the components are imported.' 'Only the last turn of the screwdriver is done here. And you call it self-reliance, Atmanirbharta, etc.' 'Unless you invest in research, you will not climb up the ladder. But this government is happy getting sub-contract work.'

Gang barges into Karnataka hotel room, assaults interfaith couple

Gang barges into Karnataka hotel room, assaults interfaith couple

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

In a case of moral policing, a gang of six men allegedly barged into a hotel room and assaulted an interfaith couple during their stay in Hanagal Taluk of Haveri district, following which two of them have been arrested, police said on Thursday.

US polls: Desis divided over loss of Modi sympathiser

US polls: Desis divided over loss of Modi sympathiser

Rediff.com10 Nov 2012

Indo-American Muslims hail the defeat of Republican Joe Walsh, who demanded a visa for Gujarat CM Narendra Modi. George Joseph reports

Mumbai Ram Navami violence: Accused booked for criminal conspiracy; 20 held

Mumbai Ram Navami violence: Accused booked for criminal conspiracy; 20 held

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

More than 20 persons have so far been arrested in connection with the incident which took place in Malvani area of Malad on March 30.

Horsemeat scandal: Disclose meat sources, urge UK Hindus

Horsemeat scandal: Disclose meat sources, urge UK Hindus

Rediff.com10 Mar 2013

Hindu groups based in the United Kingdom have called on the government to enforce stricter disclosure norms after it emerged that many restaurants serving Indian food in Scotland were using the wrong kind of meat.

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

At the Leo fete, Vijay had this also to tell his fans: 'I know you all are in my heart. But today, I also know that I am also in the hearts of all of you...' A typical politician's line, did you say, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Men found charred: 1 accused sent to police custody

Men found charred: 1 accused sent to police custody

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Members of Hindu outfits including Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal held a protest in Gurugram, demanding a CBI inquiry in the case.

Manipur is peaceful: India rejects UN experts' remark

Manipur is peaceful: India rejects UN experts' remark

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

India has strongly rejected comments by United Nations experts on Manipur, terming them 'unwarranted, presumptive and misleading' and asserting that situation in the Northeast state is peaceful.

Mistreatment claims of Indians a lie: Malaysia

Mistreatment claims of Indians a lie: Malaysia

Rediff.com2 Dec 2007

Outraged over a local Hindu group's allegations of mistreatment of ethnic Indians by authorities, Malaysian Premier Abdullah Badawi has described the claims as lies intended to divide the races in this country and offered to step down if proved wrong.

'Modi Fatigue Has Set In'

'Modi Fatigue Has Set In'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'Modigate is snowballing into a huge thing with the electorate. The BJP is in for huge punishment by the electorate.'

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'When my father travelled 5,000 miles to build a new home in Ireland, I doubt he ever dreamed that his son would one day grow up to become its leader.' Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com profiles Dr Leo Varadkar who will step down as Ireland's taoiseach (prime minister) next week.

IN PICS: India reacts to Kasab's hanging

IN PICS: India reacts to Kasab's hanging

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

The execution of Mohammad Ajmal Amir Kasab in the wee hours on Wednesday has been welcomed by people from all over India. After nearly a four-year-long legal battle, , the Supreme Court had confirmed the death penalty awarded to the Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative by the trial court and later upheld by the Bombay high court.

He Provoked AIADMK To Break BJP Alliance

He Provoked AIADMK To Break BJP Alliance

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

BJP veterans whom K Annamalai has reportedly sidelined are upset over his 'immature' way of handling allies, reveals N Sathiya Moorthy.

SC agrees to hear plea against provisions of places of worship law

SC agrees to hear plea against provisions of places of worship law

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear on September 9 a plea challenging certain provisions of the 1991 law which prohibit filing of a lawsuit to reclaim a place of worship or seek a change in its character from what prevailed on August 15, 1947.

MIM leader held over 'derogatory' post on Gyanvapi 'Shivling'

MIM leader held over 'derogatory' post on Gyanvapi 'Shivling'

Rediff.com18 May 2022

ACP, Crime Branch, J M Yadav said Danish Qureshi, a panelist on news channel debates, was arrested after his purported post on the micro blogging site on reports about discovery of a 'Shivling' inside Varanasi's Gyanvapi mosque complex during a court-mandated videography survey drew criticism from some quarters.

Country celebrates historic Ram temple consecration with religious zeal

Country celebrates historic Ram temple consecration with religious zeal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Several states declared a holiday for schools, while government offices, other establishments and public sector banks remained closed for half a day.