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Assam on edge over AASU leader's lynching, cops arrest 13

Assam on edge over AASU leader's lynching, cops arrest 13

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

At least 13 people, including the prime accused, have been arrested so far for allegedly lynching an All Assam Students' Union leader in Jorhat city, while the outfit on Tuesday vowed not to keep quiet until the culprits were given 'exemplary punishment.'

Why Pakistan isn't taking advantage of Ladakh standoff

Why Pakistan isn't taking advantage of Ladakh standoff

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

TheWhat led to Pakistan not taking advantage of India's difficulty is the hold that the US has over the Pakistani ruling elite, observes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Bengal govt slams Guv for letter on post-poll violence

Bengal govt slams Guv for letter on post-poll violence

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

In a series of tweets, the Home Department of the West Bengal government said the Governor's act of making the letter public was "violative of all established norms, and disrupts sanctity of such communications".

SC to Cong MP: Put on record EC clean chit to PM, Shah

SC to Cong MP: Put on record EC clean chit to PM, Shah

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Senior advocate A M Singhvi, appearing for Dev, said that the poll panel has passed 'unreasoned' orders while dismissing complaints of MCC violations against Modi and Shah and moreover, there have been reports of dissent by one of the election commissioners in passing some of the decisions.

Dominant Hertha rout Union 4-0 in Berlin derby

Dominant Hertha rout Union 4-0 in Berlin derby

Rediff.com23 May 2020

Played behind closed doors, the result lifted Hertha one place up to 10th on 34 points from 27 games while promoted Union, who won the reverse fixture in November 1-0 thanks to a late penalty, stayed 12th on 30 points.

Facebook responds to Cong's charge of political bias

Facebook responds to Cong's charge of political bias

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

The Congress accused Facebook of interfering in India's democratic process and social harmony and being soft on members of the ruling BJP on applying its hate-speech rules.

Trai guidelines on deactivating unused SIMs

Trai guidelines on deactivating unused SIMs

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Last month, Trai had initiated a debate on the issue of operators arbitrarily disconnecting services of customers on grounds of 'non-usage of numbers' or 'inactive SIM connections'.

Oppn to corner govt over Delhi riots, demand Shah's resignation

Oppn to corner govt over Delhi riots, demand Shah's resignation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

'I think there must be some sort of a nexus between the rioters and a section of police officials which resulted in gruesome killings and arson'

Pak army chief visits Saudi Arabia amid strained ties

Pak army chief visits Saudi Arabia amid strained ties

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Diplomatic sources in Islamabad said that Gen Bajwa was accompanied by the Inter-Services Intelligence chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed.

How To LOSE WEIGHT in 30 DAYS

How To LOSE WEIGHT in 30 DAYS

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Do cardio (walking, jogging, running, swimming) for at least an hour for minimum five days per week and weight train for at least two days a week for an hour, suggests fitness expert Dr Shreyash Gujrathi.

Visit Baran district to know ground reality: Gehlot to BJP leaders

Visit Baran district to know ground reality: Gehlot to BJP leaders

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

"Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi trust our words and reports. Why don't senior BJP leaders like Amit Shah or Dharmendra Pradhan visit Baran or anywhere in the state to know what actually is the ground reality," Gehlot told PTI.

Telco lose 26 million users in December

Telco lose 26 million users in December

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

Reliance Communications lost the largest number of users.

Thakur's comments heart and soul of BJP, RSS: Rahul

Thakur's comments heart and soul of BJP, RSS: Rahul

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Gandhi's comments came at a time when the BJP is trying to distance itself from its erring MP.

Ratan Tata denies using strong words against govt

Ratan Tata denies using strong words against govt

Rediff.com8 Dec 2012

Tata Sons on Saturday denied that group Chairman Ratan Tata has used words such as "venal" business environment or accused the government of"inaction" in media interviews.

Navjot Sidhu: Trojan in Punjab Congress or rescuer?

Navjot Sidhu: Trojan in Punjab Congress or rescuer?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

While the Gandhi siblings have had their way with Amarinder Singh's ouster, the future of the party under the temperamental Navjot Sidhu's leadership is uncertain, reports Sai Manish.

Hijab Row: Politics Of Communal Polarisation

Hijab Row: Politics Of Communal Polarisation

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

Some important simple truths about the issue may be more helpful than high sounding debates, asserts Mohammad Sajjad.

Mumbai BJP MLA challenges police order on fake posts

Mumbai BJP MLA challenges police order on fake posts

Rediff.com28 May 2020

The petition said the order was arbitrary and unreasonable and violative of fundamental rights of citizens.

Indian economy to grow by 8.8% in FY21, ahead of China: IMF

Indian economy to grow by 8.8% in FY21, ahead of China: IMF

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

The Indian economy, severely hit by the coronavirus pandemic, is projected to contract by a massive 10.3 per cent this year, the International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday. However, India is likely to bounce back with an impressive 8.8 per cent growth rate in 2021, thus regaining the position of the fastest growing emerging economy, surpassing China's projected growth rate of 8.2 per cent, the IMF said in its latest 'World Economic Outlook' report.

AIB's Tanmay Bhat 'steps away', Gursimran Khamba sent on leave

AIB's Tanmay Bhat 'steps away', Gursimran Khamba sent on leave

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

Both stand-up comedians have apologised for their behaviour.

BJP seeks explanation from PM over Tatra deal

BJP seeks explanation from PM over Tatra deal

Rediff.com9 Apr 2012

Targeting Defence Minister A K Antony for "inaction" in the Tatra truck deal even after he was alerted about it through a letter in May 2008, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday wondered if the minister was "under pressure" at that time and sought an explanation from the prime minister. "What prompted Antony to become inactive on this issue? Whose pressure was it? At whose behest were these sudden changes in procurement criteria made? The govt owes an explanation," BJP said.

Tharoor moves HC to get police preserve Sunanda's tweets

Tharoor moves HC to get police preserve Sunanda's tweets

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

The application, which is likely to come up for hearing on June 8, said the tweets and Twitter timeline of Pushkar is of utmost importance in the case and as she is not alive, there is an apprehension that the account and the tweets may be deleted.

Floods End Stalin's Honeymoon

Floods End Stalin's Honeymoon

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

With the unanticipated floods across Tamil Nadu catching the unprepared administration unawares, Stalin finds that some of the early positives that had rubbed on his initiatives have been lost, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Cinema has to come back to theatres'

'Cinema has to come back to theatres'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

'That will happen and we shall overcome sooner than we expect.'

Pegasus row: llegations of snooping, if correct, are serious, says SC

Pegasus row: llegations of snooping, if correct, are serious, says SC

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

The hearing on as many as nine petitions, including those filed by the Editors Guild of India and senior journalists seeking independent probe into the alleged Pegasus snooping matter is presently on.

SC pulls up Centre for prolonged custody of Pak prisoners

SC pulls up Centre for prolonged custody of Pak prisoners

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

The Supreme Court on Tuesday pulled up the Union government for "total inaction" in dealing with prolonged incarceration of several foreign nationals, mostly Pakistanis, in Indian jails despite having completed their sentences and directed their repatriation within a month.

How IIT-Madras is helping start-ups survive

How IIT-Madras is helping start-ups survive

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

The institute's incubation cell claims the start up mortality rate in the incubators are lowest.

'Not joining hands': Raut, Fadnavis refute rumours over meet

'Not joining hands': Raut, Fadnavis refute rumours over meet

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

'My meeting with Raut had no political connotations. He asked me for an interview to Saamana, to which I agreed'

Shrinking screens: Is cable TV dying in India?

Shrinking screens: Is cable TV dying in India?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

For years it has been evident that fibre and DTH would give tough competition to cable in India where regulatory overload has mutilated an already warped industry structure. OTT added fuel to the fire. From Rs 27,000 crore in 2010, cable's share of subscription revenues is now estimated at Rs 13,000 crore.

How Mum-To-Be Kajal Aggarwal Stays Fit

How Mum-To-Be Kajal Aggarwal Stays Fit

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'During pregnancy, your body may tell you what it's feeling more acutely than during other phases of life, which is your body's way of adapting to protect your pregnancy.'

Central Vista: Why is Modi in such a hurry?

Central Vista: Why is Modi in such a hurry?

Rediff.com14 May 2021

'A setback in UP will be nothing short of a political disaster on the eve of the 2024 general election.' 'Will it mean that Modi will be able to stay in his new house only for a year after it becomes ready?' asks Amulya Ganguli.

Told cops in Feb that he was in danger: Sushant's dad

Told cops in Feb that he was in danger: Sushant's dad

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

In a self-made video, Singh alleged that the accused in the actor's death case is on the loose and Patna Police should be provided with help.

Sporadic violence mars voting in WB; Mamata slams EC

Sporadic violence mars voting in WB; Mamata slams EC

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

The TMC chief has been complaining for long alleging that her rivals have brought in goons from other states to intimidate voters.

SC quashes FIR lodged against journo Patricia Mukhim over FB post

SC quashes FIR lodged against journo Patricia Mukhim over FB post

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

Mukhim's counsel had earlier argued before the apex court that there was no intention to create disharmony or conflict through the post which referred to an incident of a murderous assault on July 3, 2020.

How athletics can fix global health crisis...

How athletics can fix global health crisis...

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

World Athletics president Sebastian Coe says his sport can have a huge influence on helping the post-pandemic world address the global health crisis and is making plans to ensure that it is ready to take on that responsibility.

FIA approves F1's cost-saving package and budget cap reduction

FIA approves F1's cost-saving package and budget cap reduction

Rediff.com28 May 2020

The measures, rubber-stamped by the FIA's World Motor Sport Council by an online vote, aim to create a more level playing field for the 10 teams and a more sustainable future.

'Majority of websites are vulnerable to hackers'

'Majority of websites are vulnerable to hackers'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2010

It has been three weeks since the website of the Central Bureau of Investigation was hacked into by a group of suspected Pakistanis who call themselves 'Pakistani Cyber Army'. The website still remains inactive. With the state's premier investigation agency's website hacked into and remaining inactive for so long, CBI says that they are putting in place security audit measures so that such an incident won't occur again.

Pak ministers threaten to quit over Bhatti's murde

Pak ministers threaten to quit over Bhatti's murde

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

An emotionally-charged meeting of Pakistan's Cabinet on the day Minority Affairs Minister Shahbaz Bhatti was assassinated almost ended in the "near collapse" of government after several ministers accused it of inaction in the face of rising lawlessness, a media report said.

US body wants India named for violating religious rights, chief dissents

US body wants India named for violating religious rights, chief dissents

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

A US Congress-constituted quasi-judicial body on Wednesday asked the Joe Biden Administration to designate four nations, including India, as "countries of particular concern", alleging that religious freedom conditions there in 2020 continued their negative trajectory.

Top moments from Biden's inauguration

Top moments from Biden's inauguration

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Scenes from Inauguration Day in Washington, DC as Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States.

Ex-Congressman among new governors appointed in 5 states

Ex-Congressman among new governors appointed in 5 states

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

Fifty-eight-year-old Soundararajan, the Tamil Nadu BJP chief and the party's national secretary, moves to Raj Bhavan in Telangana.