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CBI quizzes Tejinder Singh, Vectra chief in graft case

CBI quizzes Tejinder Singh, Vectra chief in graft case

Rediff.com22 Oct 2012

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Monday questioned Lt Gen (retd) Tejinder Singh and Vectra Chairman Ravinder Rishi in connection with alleged bribe offer made by former to the then Army Chief V K Singh to clear a tranche of substandard all terrain vehicles.

Two security men shot dead in air force station in Mumbai

Two security men shot dead in air force station in Mumbai

Rediff.com27 May 2014

Two security personnel were killed in the wee hours today and two others injured after one of their colleagues allegedly opened fire on them at the air force station in suburban Santacruz in Mumbai.

CBI files case against Lt Gen Tejinder Singh

CBI files case against Lt Gen Tejinder Singh

Rediff.com20 Oct 2012

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Saturday carried out raids at five places in Delhi after registering a case against Lieutenant General (retired) Tejinder Singh on former Indian Army chief V K Singh's complaint -- that he was had been offered a bribe to clear a tranche of 'substandard' vehicles.

'India, China have power to influence world'

'India, China have power to influence world'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Arun K Singh, the Deputy Indian Ambassador to the US in a speech on India-China relationship said New Delhi believes it is in the mutual interest of India and China to work together, bilaterally and with other partners, to reduce uncertainty and create an international environment that is supportive to their domestic transformation efforts.

Unitech shares tank, loses Rs 1,641 cr of market value

Unitech shares tank, loses Rs 1,641 cr of market value

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

Shares of Unitech on Tuesday plummeted by nearly 25 per cent after the CBI removed a public prosecutor from the 2G spectrum case to verify his alleged discussions on prosecution strategy with the realty firm's MD and an accused in the case, Sanjay Chandra, in a taped conversation.

Afzal's family to be allowed in Tihar: Home secretary

Afzal's family to be allowed in Tihar: Home secretary

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

The family of Afzal Guru, who was hanged last week for his role in the 2001 Parliament attack case, will be allowed to visit his grave inside Tihar jail, Home Secretary R K Singh said on Tuesday.

Hazare to expand core team

Hazare to expand core team

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

In a bid to rejuvenate his movement, Anna Hazare on Friday decided to expand his core team by inviting prominent citizens like former Army chief Gen V K Singh besides considering formation of anti-corruption centres at district level.

Court raps former Army chief for filing separate plea

Court raps former Army chief for filing separate plea

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Former Army Chief Gen V K Singh was ticked off by a Delhi court for filing separate application seeking permanent exemption from personal appearance before it in a criminal defamation case against him and warned of "stern action".

Shocked to see home secy praising commissioner: Verma

Shocked to see home secy praising commissioner: Verma

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Home Secretary R K Singh on Wednesday got a rap on his knuckles from former Chief Justice of India J S Verma for his praise of Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar in the aftermath of the Delhi gang-rape incident, saying he was shocked to hear this when an apology was expected.

Pranab's President certification handed over to PM

Pranab's President certification handed over to PM

Rediff.com23 Jul 2012

Certification of Election of Pranab Mukherjee as President of India has been handed over to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday.

NRHM scam: UP official, middleman arrested by CBI

NRHM scam: UP official, middleman arrested by CBI

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested a former director of an Uttar Pradesh PSU and an alleged middleman in connection with its probe in National Rural Health Mission scam in which the then minister Babu Singh Kushwaha is the main accused.

HC refuses to stay trial court's summons to Army officers

HC refuses to stay trial court's summons to Army officers

Rediff.com16 Jul 2012

The Delhi high court on Monday refused to stay the trial court's summons to three Army officers on Lieutenant General (Retired) Tejinder Singh's criminal defamation complaint, accusing them of misusing their official positions and power to level false allegations against him.

Nitish visits Taxila, ancient Hindu temples in Pakistan

Nitish visits Taxila, ancient Hindu temples in Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2012

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday visited the ancient city of Taxila, terming it an "emotive" and "overpowering" experience, and the centuries-old Katasraj temples in Pakistan's Punjab province that have recently been restored.

We NEED a revolution to change the system: Hazare

We NEED a revolution to change the system: Hazare

Rediff.com10 Nov 2012

Veteran social activist Anna Hazare on Saturday stated that his movement had not been disrupted because of the split with India Against Corruption chief Arvind Kejriwal.

IN PICS: The indomitable Daulatabad Fort of Aurangabad

IN PICS: The indomitable Daulatabad Fort of Aurangabad

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

After his piece on India's hidden gem of Chitradurga Fort, Rediff reader Nirdesh K Singh sent us this travelogue on his visit to Aurangabad's Daulatabad Fort.

Stage set for 1st phase of polling in 20 states, UTs for 91 LS seats

Stage set for 1st phase of polling in 20 states, UTs for 91 LS seats

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

Assembly polls in Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim and Odisha will be held simultaneously in the first phase.

Anna Hazare gets new General in war against graft

Anna Hazare gets new General in war against graft

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

A joint media briefing by Anna Hazare and former Army chief Gen V K Singh in Mumbai on October 29 indicated the latter has replaced Arvind Kejriwal in the social activist's scheme of things.

No ransom paid for release of Father Tom: Centre

No ransom paid for release of Father Tom: Centre

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

The Keralite priest was abducted by Islamic State terrorists during a deadly attack on a care home in the port city of Aden

Ramdev, ex-army chief lead protest at Jantar Mantar

Ramdev, ex-army chief lead protest at Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com23 Dec 2012

Protesters led by yoga guru Ramdev and former army chief V K Singh clashed with police at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Sunday afternoon when they were prevented from marching towards India Gate, the epicentre of protests against gang-rape of a 23-year-old.

Congress is framing General Singh for political gain: BJP

Congress is framing General Singh for political gain: BJP

Rediff.com21 Sep 2013

Accusing the Centre of "misusing" intelligence agencies and armed forces for political dividend, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday said former army chief General V K Singh was being falsely accused of allegedly attempting to destabilise the Jammu and Kashmir government.

Lt Gen Tejinder Singh in new controversy

Lt Gen Tejinder Singh in new controversy

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

The alleged incident took place last week when Tejinder Singh was apparently seen with a reporter of an English daily inside the Technical Support Division unit in Naraina in South Delhi, sources said on Friday.

Kids get raped because of mobile phones: Azam Khan

Kids get raped because of mobile phones: Azam Khan

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan on Friday held mobile phones responsible for rape of minors saying misuse of these gadgets by the younger generation has led to an alarming rise in such cases.

Army chief bribery case: CBI questions Tejinder Singh

Army chief bribery case: CBI questions Tejinder Singh

Rediff.com22 Aug 2012

The Central Bureau of investigation on Wednesday questioned Lt Gen (retd) Tejinder Singh in connection with allegations levelled by former Army chief V K Singh that he was offered Rs 14 crore by him to clear a tranche of 'sub-standard' vehicles.

'Pak hand' an excuse to cover up govt's failure: JD-U

'Pak hand' an excuse to cover up govt's failure: JD-U

Rediff.com19 Aug 2012

Terming as 'shocking' the home ministry statement that elements in Pakistan are behind creating panic among people from the north-east, the Janata Dal-United) on Sunday alleged that it was an 'excuse' by the government to 'cover up' its 'inept' handling of situation.

Exodus of NE people: 'Rumour-mongers won't be spared'

Exodus of NE people: 'Rumour-mongers won't be spared'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

With exodus of northeast origin people from Bangalore continuing, the Centre on Friday vowed to take strong action against those responsible for spreading rumours leading to the situation.

Ranji Roundup: Pujara slams record-extending double ton

Ranji Roundup: Pujara slams record-extending double ton

Rediff.com12 Jan 2020

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Sunday.

Defamation case against army chief: Tejinder Singh testifies

Defamation case against army chief: Tejinder Singh testifies

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Former Lt Gen Tejinder Singh on Tuesday deposed before a Delhi court, supporting his complaint for initiating criminal defamation against Army Chief General V K Singh and four others.

Decoding Modi's mind

Decoding Modi's mind

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

Prime Minister Modi will continue to take the nation by surprise, catching his political opponents offguard, says Shreekant Sambrani.

Govt to provide security to Operation Blue Star veterans

Govt to provide security to Operation Blue Star veterans

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

The government has decided to provide security to Brigadier (retd) Israr Rahim Khan, who led the first army troops that entered the Golden Temple in Amritsar during Operation Blue Star.

Bodies of those killed in Iraq to be brought home by next week: Swaraj assures kin

Bodies of those killed in Iraq to be brought home by next week: Swaraj assures kin

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

"The minister told us that she would meet the CMs of the four states from where the Indians belonged to take a decision on possibility of providing a government job to the next of kin."

The amazing story of Lucknow's Bada Imambara

The amazing story of Lucknow's Bada Imambara

Rediff.com1 Dec 2012

Nirdesh K Singh who has been fort-hopping visited the Bada Imambara of Lucknow and returned with this story!

Goods train derailment hits Mumbai suburban services

Goods train derailment hits Mumbai suburban services

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

A Mandoli-bound goods train had crossed Wadala station when three rear wagons of the trains derailed.

Bikram Singh has his task cut out as new army chief

Bikram Singh has his task cut out as new army chief

Rediff.com31 May 2012

Gen Bikram Singh, a veteran infantry officer, on Thursday took over as the 25th Chief of the Indian Army succeeding Gen V K Singh whose 26-month tenure was mired in controversies.

TN Express fire: Probe throw ups volley of questions

TN Express fire: Probe throw ups volley of questions

Rediff.com2 Aug 2012

Even as preliminary investigations by forensic experts and the railway police suggest that the fire accident aboard the Chennai-bound Tamil Nadu Express on Monday was caused by the electric short circuit, the circumstances which led to the accident and heavy loss of life continues to be wrapped in the mystery.

'Please end fast Team Anna; this govt has no will'

'Please end fast Team Anna; this govt has no will'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2012

22 eminent persons, including former Army Chief V K Singh, on Thursday appealed to Team Anna to call off their indefinite fast as the activists are said to be considering announcing a "political alternative" before ending their stir.

Concerned over tardy pace of 26/11 case: India to Pak

Concerned over tardy pace of 26/11 case: India to Pak

Rediff.com24 May 2012

India on Thursday said it has provided additional evidence against Lashkar-e-Tayiba founder Hafiz Saeed and other perpetrators of the Mumbai terror attacks to be used by Pakistani authorities to prosecute them, while expressing concern at the tardy pace of proceedings in the case.

Odisha politicos turn to the farmer ahead of polls

Odisha politicos turn to the farmer ahead of polls

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

This race among parties to woo the farmers mainly stems from the analysis of political pundits that the peasant class played a crucial role in the defeat of the BJP in Rajasthan, MP and Chhattisgarh.

'We were not prepared for 1962 war mentally, physically'

'We were not prepared for 1962 war mentally, physically'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

India lost the 1962 war with China as it was not prepared for such an eventuality and armed forces were neither ready nor equipped for it, former Army Chief General V K Singh said on Monday.

India may push for trial of Kim Davy in embassy in Denmark

India may push for trial of Kim Davy in embassy in Denmark

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

After a Denmark court rejected its plea for extradition of Purulia arms drop case prime accused Kim Davy, India is likely to push for his trial within the Indian Embassy premises in Copenhagen.

Amartya Sen appointed chancellor of Nalanda University

Amartya Sen appointed chancellor of Nalanda University

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

Noble laureate Amartya Sen was appointed chancellor of the upcoming Nalanda University by the board of governors in a meeting in Patna on Thursday, officials said.