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Manesar plant violence due to internal issues: SIT

Manesar plant violence due to internal issues: SIT

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

The violence at Maruti Suzuki India's Manesar plant in July was not instigated from outside but was due to internal issues between management and workers, according to the chargesheet filed by the special investigation team (SIT) formed to probe it.

BCCI chief Ganguly hopeful of Bangladesh touring India

BCCI chief Ganguly hopeful of Bangladesh touring India

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

Ganguly said Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has confirmed her presence at Eden Gardens

'We never imagined such a thing would befall us'

'We never imagined such a thing would befall us'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

Such was the terror created by the ATS, that all their relatives stayed away.

Why were the BK 16 Arrested?

Why were the BK 16 Arrested?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

None of them had anything to do with the violence at Bhima Koregaon, where they were not even present, points out Aakar Patel.

Rajnath discusses Ladakh standoff with US defence secy

Rajnath discusses Ladakh standoff with US defence secy

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

Singh and Esper also deliberated on ways to further boost bilateral defence and security cooperation, they said, adding the telephonic conversation took place at the request of the US side.

Don't be afraid of militancy: J-K tells people through ad

Don't be afraid of militancy: J-K tells people through ad

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

In the ad, the government highlighted how the separatists sent their children to "exotic lands" to study, work and earn while instigating the common people to push their children into "violence, stone pelting and hartals".

House will move to impeach Trump if he doesn't resign 'immediately': Pelosi

House will move to impeach Trump if he doesn't resign 'immediately': Pelosi

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

Trump, who lost the November 3 elections, would be succeeded by Joe Biden on January 20 as mandated by the Constitution.

Bancroft back in Big Bash after serving ball-tampering ban

Bancroft back in Big Bash after serving ball-tampering ban

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

Former Australia opening batsman Cameron Bancroft has been rushed back into the Perth Scorchers' squad in the domestic Big Bash Twenty20 competition following the expiry of his ban for ball-tampering on Saturday.

Protesting farmers thrash Punjab BJP MLA, tear clothes

Protesting farmers thrash Punjab BJP MLA, tear clothes

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

A Bharatiya Janata Party MLA in Punjab was allegedly thrashed and his clothes torn by a group of farmers at Malout in Muktsar district on Saturday, police said.

Oppn leaders meet Prez, raise questions on Delhi riots probe

Oppn leaders meet Prez, raise questions on Delhi riots probe

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

In a joint memorandum, the leaders raised their concerns over the probe into the riots being conducted by the Delhi Police. The Delhi Police has set up Special Investigation Teams (SIT) and its Special Cell is also probing the aspect of conspiracy behind the Delhi riots in which 53 people lost their lives.

Sedition cannot be invoked to quieten the disquiet: Court

Sedition cannot be invoked to quieten the disquiet: Court

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

A Delhi court has said that the law of sedition cannot be invoked to quieten the disquiet under the pretext of muzzling miscreants.

'They took everything they could find'

'They took everything they could find'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

'Anything that couldn't be stolen they destroyed.' Saloni Dhumne and Atreya Raghavan speak to members of the Indian community in Durban -- the largest congregation of Indians outside India -- who were targeted in last month's horrific riots.

Anti-Sikh riots convict Sajjan Kumar seeks time till Jan 31 to surrender

Anti-Sikh riots convict Sajjan Kumar seeks time till Jan 31 to surrender

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

Kumar, who was directed by the high court on Monday to surrender before authorities by December 31, sought more time saying he has to settle family affairs.

'Didi clean bowled': Modi attacks Mamata

'Didi clean bowled': Modi attacks Mamata

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

The prime minister also launched a blistering attack on Banerjee, saying she did not care to express regret after a "leader very close to her" called Scheduled Castes "beggars".

Will NOT tolerate any violence in Tibet: China

Will NOT tolerate any violence in Tibet: China

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

China on Tuesday vowed to "resolutely crack down" any attempt to incite unrest, blaming overseas activist groups and the Dalai Lama of instigating the recent spate of self-immolations by Buddhist monks and violent clashes in Tibetan-inhabited areas.

Arnab Goswami to appear before Mumbai police on Monday

Arnab Goswami to appear before Mumbai police on Monday

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

'The Mumbai Police has sent me 2 notices in the last 12 hours saying they want to immediately interrogate me regarding my comments on Sonia Gandhi. 'As a law abiding citizen I will cooperate with the investigation, subject myself to interrogation tomorrow (Monday) morning,' Goswami said in a statement.

10 arguments on demonetisation I am fed up of

10 arguments on demonetisation I am fed up of

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

In all the time he has spent in bank and ATM queues, these are the 10 arguments that were being thrown at him constantly by those supporting the demonetisation, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

No documents needed for NPR: Amit Shah in RS

No documents needed for NPR: Amit Shah in RS

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

Shah said the Anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protests in the national capital were turned into communal riots. "I call upon my Muslim brothers and sisters that false propaganda is being spread on the issue of CAA. This Act is not to take anyone's citizenship but to give citizenship," said Shah.

Cong moves EC against Kejriwal's bribe remarks

Cong moves EC against Kejriwal's bribe remarks

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Irked by his "bribe remarks" made at a poll rally on Sunday, Congress has moved the Election Commission against AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal demanding action against him.

'By Anna's logic, you will have to flog half of Kerala'

'By Anna's logic, you will have to flog half of Kerala'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2011

The Congress on Wednesday attacked activist Anna Hazare for his remarks that alcoholics should be flogged and shamed in public, saying it amounted to instigating people to take the law into their own hands and weakening democracy.

AITA saying I am fired for refusing national duty is unacceptable: Bhupathi

AITA saying I am fired for refusing national duty is unacceptable: Bhupathi

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Bhupathi said AITA did not have the courtesy to inform him that he won't continue as captain.

Hathras case: Journalist booked for sedition by UP cops

Hathras case: Journalist booked for sedition by UP cops

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The FIR claimed that police recovered pamphlets "Justice for Hathras victim", six mobiles and a laptop from them, and during the initial probe it was found that they were going to Hathras with an intention "to breach the peace" as part of a "conspiracy".

Won't talk to Khattar until he apologises for 'inflicting brutality' on farmers: Amarinder

Won't talk to Khattar until he apologises for 'inflicting brutality' on farmers: Amarinder

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

The Punjab CM's reaction has come after Khattar alleged on Saturday alleged that despite wanting to talk to him over the issue, he did not respond even when telephone calls to his office were made for three days.

Won't let Rahul enter Haryana with large crowd: Anil Vij

Won't let Rahul enter Haryana with large crowd: Anil Vij

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

"If he wants to come alone or with just a few people, there is no problem. He can come a 100 times, we have no objection. "But if he comes with a big crowd from Punjab to disturb Haryana's atmosphere, then we will not permit. We are not going to allow that," Vij said.

Radhe Maa gets anticipatory bail in dowry harassment case

Radhe Maa gets anticipatory bail in dowry harassment case

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

In a relief for controversial self-styled godwoman Radhe Maa, the Bombay high court on Thursday granted her pre-arrest bail in a dowry harassment case.

Delhi riots: Student activist Gulfisha Fatima gets bail

Delhi riots: Student activist Gulfisha Fatima gets bail

Rediff.com21 Nov 2020

The court granted her bail on the ground of parity as co-accused Jawaharlal Nehru University students and Pinjra Tod members Devangana Kalita and Natasha Narwal have already been granted the relief in the case.

Court to pronounce verdict in Babri demolition case on today

Court to pronounce verdict in Babri demolition case on today

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

The accused include former deputy prime minister Advani, former Union ministers Joshi and Uma Bharti, former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Kalyan Singh, besides Vinay Katiyar and Sadhvi Rithambara.

PSG win legal battle against UEFA in transfer fee probe

PSG win legal battle against UEFA in transfer fee probe

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said on Tuesday it had upheld PSG's appeal against UEFA on the grounds that the body took too long to review its own decision to clear the French champions of breaking Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules.

21 held after clashes between AMU students, police

21 held after clashes between AMU students, police

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Scores of Banaras Hindu University students also staged a protest at the Lanka Gate in support of the AMU students.

Political storm erupts after 5 killed during Bengal polls

Political storm erupts after 5 killed during Bengal polls

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

Five people were killed, including 4 in the firing by Central Industrial Security Force personnel, during the fourth phase of polling

Rajini backs CAA, says no threat to Muslims

Rajini backs CAA, says no threat to Muslims

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

If Muslims face trouble I will be the first person to raise voice for them, says the Tamil superstar.

Govt orders Twitter to ban handles suggesting 'farmer genocide'

Govt orders Twitter to ban handles suggesting 'farmer genocide'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

The government on Wednesday ordered Twitter to immediately take down handles and hashtags that suggested a farmer genocide was being planned, saying such misinformation and inflammatory content will incite passion, and impact public order.

Women's tennis has a new leader

Women's tennis has a new leader

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Already a sporting icon, Osaka's fight for equality has focussed even more attention on her

Bombay HC grants interim bail to Radhe Maa in dowry case

Bombay HC grants interim bail to Radhe Maa in dowry case

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

A sessions court had rejected the anticipatory bail petition of Radhe Maa on Thursday.

How ABVP went from being teacher's pet to campus 'bully'

How ABVP went from being teacher's pet to campus 'bully'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

The student front of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has blotted its CV by allegedly instigating and engaging in violence on marquee campuses like JNU and Hyderabad Central University

Protests at Sabarimala over woman's entry, cameraperson injured

Protests at Sabarimala over woman's entry, cameraperson injured

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Lalitha's entry into the holy shrine was opposed by protesters suspecting that she belonged to the age group of 10-50. However, she was allowed to enter after verification under police protection.

Xi plans to use CCP centenary to serve his goals

Xi plans to use CCP centenary to serve his goals

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

With his eye on next year's Party Congress, Xi Jinping is using the CCP's centenary celebrations to publicise the benefits for China from its leadership, and boost his image and contribution to China's rise, observes Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RA&W officer.

'Ram naam satya hai' for 'love jihad', warns Yogi

'Ram naam satya hai' for 'love jihad', warns Yogi

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Welcoming the Allahabad high court ruling declaring that conversion for the sole purpose of marriage is not valid, the chief minister also said posters would be put up of those involved in 'love jihad', a derogatory coinage referring to the alleged campaign of Muslims forcing Hindu girls to convert in the guise of love.

US won't benefit from Sino-India confrontation: Chinese media

US won't benefit from Sino-India confrontation: Chinese media

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

It also took exception to Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop's call for resolving the Doklam issue peacefully

Delhi violence perpetrated 'intentionally': Minister

Delhi violence perpetrated 'intentionally': Minister

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Investigations are on and it will reveal whoever is behind it, G Kishan Reddy said.