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Lalu gets bail in fodder scam case, but to remain in jail

Lalu gets bail in fodder scam case, but to remain in jail

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

The case involves fraudulent withdrawals amounting to Rs 33.67 crore from the Chaibasa treasury in undivided Bihar, when Lalu Prasad was the chief minister.

NEET row: NTA DG shunted out; Centre orders CBI probe

NEET row: NTA DG shunted out; Centre orders CBI probe

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

The Centre on Saturday night announced that the probe into alleged irregularities in the medical entrance exam NEET will be handed over to the CBI for a comprehensive investigation.

Poll victory of Nawaz Sharif, daughter challenged amid rigging charges

Poll victory of Nawaz Sharif, daughter challenged amid rigging charges

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

A large number of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf candidates had contested as independents after the ECP had snatched the former prime minister Imran Khan-led party of its iconic cricket bat symbol.

Will Nawaz Sharif's return as PM normalise India-Pak ties?

Will Nawaz Sharif's return as PM normalise India-Pak ties?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Pakistan-India bilateral relations remained frozen for the fourth year over the vexed Kashmir issue but analysts hope the strained ties could be repaired if Nawaz Sharif becomes the prime minister for a record fourth time in the general elections in February in the absence of his main challenger Imran Khan who is in jail in multiple cases.

Sajjan Kumar surrenders, sent to jail to serve life sentence

Sajjan Kumar surrenders, sent to jail to serve life sentence

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

The trial court declined the plea of Kumar's lawyer that he be sent to high-security Tihar Jail.

LS passes exam malpractices bill, students exempted, says govt

LS passes exam malpractices bill, students exempted, says govt

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

AAP leader and Delhi minister Atishi made the allegations against the agency at a press conference and called the entire probe a "scam" in itself.

INDIA's show of strength at Rahul's rally; Oppn kicks off LS poll campaign

INDIA's show of strength at Rahul's rally; Oppn kicks off LS poll campaign

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

The former Congress president alleged that PM Modi had a "monopoly over corruption".

2500-kg drug seizure: Kerala court sends Pak national to jail for 14 days

2500-kg drug seizure: Kerala court sends Pak national to jail for 14 days

Rediff.com16 May 2023

The magistrate court has remanded the accused Pakistani national Subair, who was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau to 14 days of judicial custody.

BJP threatening Delhi MLAs with CBI-ED cases to topple govt: AAP

BJP threatening Delhi MLAs with CBI-ED cases to topple govt: AAP

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, the AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha alleged that the BJP is offering two options to his party MLAs -- they should either join the saffron party or the CBI-ED will put them in jail.

Qatar court commutes death sentences of 8 Indian Navy veterans

Qatar court commutes death sentences of 8 Indian Navy veterans

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

In a huge relief, an appellate court in Qatar has commuted the death sentence of eight former Indian Navy personnel, arrested in an alleged case of espionage in August 2022.

J-K outfit banned for 'inciting people to establish Islamic rule'

J-K outfit banned for 'inciting people to establish Islamic rule'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Prime Minister Narendra Modi government's message is loud and clear that anyone acting against the unity, sovereignty, and integrity of the nation will not be spared and face the full wrath of the law.

Parliament breach well-planned, 5 of 6 accused held: Police

Parliament breach well-planned, 5 of 6 accused held: Police

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

The Parliament security breach on Wednesday was well-coordinated, meticulously planned and carried out by six accused, five of whom have been nabbed, police sources said on Wednesday.

Pak parties strike deal to form govt; Shehbaz Sharif to be PM, Zardari Prez

Pak parties strike deal to form govt; Shehbaz Sharif to be PM, Zardari Prez

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

In a breakthrough that could end the political uncertainty in Pakistan, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and the Pakistan Peoples Party have agreed on a power-sharing deal to form a new coalition government after intense negotiations following a fractured poll verdict.

We enter their homes and kill terrorists: Modi

We enter their homes and kill terrorists: Modi

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

"During the Congress regime, the news headlines were of India handing over another dossier to Pakistan about terror activities. Some of our friends in media used to clap after such any such dossier was sent," Modi said at an election rally in Maharashtra's Latur.

TMC leaders end 24-hr dharna at Delhi police station

TMC leaders end 24-hr dharna at Delhi police station

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Raising slogans against the Bharatiya Janata Party, Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders ended their 24-hour protest at the Mandir Marg police station in New Delhi on Tuesday evening, a day after they were detained while staging a dharna outside the Election Commission's office.

Qatar Reprieve Highlights India Diplomacy

Qatar Reprieve Highlights India Diplomacy

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

The incident remains a reminder of the inherent fragilities of all geopolitical relationships.

An RBI model for the Securities Market?

An RBI model for the Securities Market?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

If raters get away by moving from AAA to D overnight after companies default, as happened with DHFL, YES Bank, RCom, and IL&FS, it shows a complete breakdown in the rating system. It calls for exemplary punishment, not kid glove treatment, says Debashis Basu.

Wrestler Sushil Kumar gets bail for father's last rites

Wrestler Sushil Kumar gets bail for father's last rites

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

Sushil Kumar has been granted interim bail for four days to perform his father's last rites.

Talwars refuse Rs 49,000 for dental services to jail inmates

Talwars refuse Rs 49,000 for dental services to jail inmates

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

The Talwars have been attending to patients since November 2013, when they were put behind bars.

Markets crash: Pollster Pradeep Gupta 'open to probe'

Markets crash: Pollster Pradeep Gupta 'open to probe'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Facing opposition fire for exit polls allegedly being used for stock market manipulation, Axis My India's chief Pradeep Gupta has said he is open to facing all kinds of investigations and it would help do business in a much better way if the government frames specific regulations for pollsters.

Honesty my biggest asset, BJP wants to damage it: Kejriwal

Honesty my biggest asset, BJP wants to damage it: Kejriwal

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday alleged the BJP-led central government wanted to arrest him and prevent from campaigning for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, saying the ED summons issued to him was aimed at hurting his "biggest asset", honesty, and defaming him..

Amritpal aides shifted out of Punjab after intelligence warning on jailbreak

Amritpal aides shifted out of Punjab after intelligence warning on jailbreak

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Thousands of Amritpal's supporters had entered the Ajnala police station in Amritsar on February 23 this year to free a member, who had been arrested in an abduction case.

Agusta scam: How long can we keep James in jail because he is a foreigner, asks SC

Agusta scam: How long can we keep James in jail because he is a foreigner, asks SC

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

The bench said what is worrying the court is the complexity of trial as there are over 250 witnesses in the case and the co-accused government officials have been granted bail for want of sanction for prosecution.

Atiq's murder as heinous as Umesh Pal's: Mayawati

Atiq's murder as heinous as Umesh Pal's: Mayawati

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

It would be better if the Supreme Court takes cognisance of this 'extremely serious and worrisome' incident, which is being discussed across the country, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister said.

2 shooters arrested from Goa for INLD leader's murder

2 shooters arrested from Goa for INLD leader's murder

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

The district police said they were apprehended from Goa in a joint operation by the Haryana Police and the Delhi Police.

Lok Sabha polls end with over 62% voting in the last phase

Lok Sabha polls end with over 62% voting in the last phase

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

The marathon polling process to elect the 18th Lok Sabha ended on Saturday with the seventh phase of elections witnessing an approximate voter turnout of 62.36 per cent, amid clashes between Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party supporters in Sandeshkhali and some other parts of West Bengal.

Maha Guv speaks to minister over Arnab's security, health

Maha Guv speaks to minister over Arnab's security, health

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

The governor had earlier conveyed to Deshmukh his concern over the manner in which Goswami was arrested, the statement said.

Harvey Weinstein tests positive for COVID-19 in jail

Harvey Weinstein tests positive for COVID-19 in jail

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

The disgraced Hollywood mogul was recently shifted to high security Wende Correctional Facility from Rikers Island prison to spend his jail term.

ED raids Hemant Soren's aide in 'illegal mining case'

ED raids Hemant Soren's aide in 'illegal mining case'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

About a dozen locations in the state, including in state capital Ranchi and a premise in Rajasthan, are being raided by the central agency under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), they said.

Gangster Munna Bajrangi shot dead in UP jail

Gangster Munna Bajrangi shot dead in UP jail

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

Terming the incident as serious, UP CM Yogi Adityanath has ordered a probe.

8 killed, 18 injured in Manipur since August 29: Official

8 killed, 18 injured in Manipur since August 29: Official

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

At least eight persons have been killed and 18 injured, including two security personnel, in Manipur's Bishnupur and Churachandpur districts following continuous gunbattle between Kukis and Meiteis over the last 72 hours, officials said on Thursday.

Biden urged to delay recognition of new Pak govt over rigging concerns

Biden urged to delay recognition of new Pak govt over rigging concerns

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The lawmakers expressed concerns about "pre- and post-poll rigging in Pakistan's recent parliamentary elections" and urged the US Congress to "withhold recognition of a new government in Pakistan until a thorough, transparent, and credible investigation of election interference has been conducted".

Boxing World C'ships: Debutant Akash secures India's first medal

Boxing World C'ships: Debutant Akash secures India's first medal

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Debutant Akash Kumar (54kg) secured India's first medal at the AIBA World Boxing Championships in Belgrade on Tuesday after advancing to the semi-finals with a superb win over former Olympic silver-medallist Yoel Finol Rivas of Venezuela.

President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on BJP veteran LK Advani

President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on BJP veteran LK Advani

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The ceremony was attended by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah and the family members of Advani, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a post on X.

Allahabad University assistant prof booked over remarks on Hindu deities

Allahabad University assistant prof booked over remarks on Hindu deities

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

The action came Sunday evening at the joint complaint of Vishva Hindu Parishad, Hindu Jagran Manch, and Bajrang Dal.

Pakistan blames 'rogue nation' for killing of Pathankot attack mastermind

Pakistan blames 'rogue nation' for killing of Pathankot attack mastermind

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Most of the suspects behind the killing of a key aide of Jaish e Mohammed terror group chief Masood Azhar and his two associates have been arrested, the police chief of Pakistan's Punjab province said on Friday, days after the trio were shot dead at a mosque in Sialkot city.

'Harassed' Nalini shifted from Vellore jail

'Harassed' Nalini shifted from Vellore jail

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

Nalini had earlier this month complained of harassment by jail officials. She had later alleged her life was under threat and that prison authorities had assaulted her.

Pak poll result: Imran-backed Independents win more seats, PML-N largest party

Pak poll result: Imran-backed Independents win more seats, PML-N largest party

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Among the political parties, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) emerged as the largest party, winning 227 seats, followed by the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) with 160 seats.

Ronaldinho adapting to jail with usual smile, says prison warden

Ronaldinho adapting to jail with usual smile, says prison warden

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Former Brazil and Barcelona player Ronaldinho Gaucho his brother Roberto Assis, who were arrested on Friday for using a false Paraguayan passport, would present their case to a judge on Tuesday.

Omar Abdullah to contest LS poll from Baramulla

Omar Abdullah to contest LS poll from Baramulla

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

The junior Abdullah would be banking heavily on Shia support as the constituency has many Shia dominated areas that include Budgam, Beerwah, Pattan, Sonawari and Bandipora, among other pockets.