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Son vs daughter: Pranab's children spar over publishing his memoir

Son vs daughter: Pranab's children spar over publishing his memoir

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

The book, which was in the news recently for Pranab Mukherjee's critical comments on the Congress, including his observation that the party lost political focus after his elevation as president, is set to be launched next month by Rupa, which published the two earlier volumes of his memoirs.

US Department of Homeland Security Secretary resigns

US Department of Homeland Security Secretary resigns

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

US Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Kevin McAleenan will replace Nielsen as the acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary.

Twitter blocks IT minister's account for one hour over 'violations'

Twitter blocks IT minister's account for one hour over 'violations'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

Twitter on Friday temporarily blocked IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad's account for alleged violation of the US Copyright Act, a move that the minister slammed as being arbitrary and gross violation of IT rules.

How sudden structural changes worked in South Africa's favour

How sudden structural changes worked in South Africa's favour

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

Faf du Plessis said, "Now we can trust the system a little bit more and just focus on playing cricket."

Can Biden do business with Raisi?

Can Biden do business with Raisi?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

The Biden administration should expect continuity in Iran's policies under Raisi. This may not necessarily mean that strengthening of ties with the West will be Raisi's top priority, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Kangana should shift if she thinks Mumbai is PoK: Sena

Kangana should shift if she thinks Mumbai is PoK: Sena

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

'Kangana Ranaut is not only the Sena's issue, but also of those who love Mumbai and Maharashtra'

How Infosys has changed under CEO Salil Parekh

How Infosys has changed under CEO Salil Parekh

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

2019, however, will be a bigger test as the firm continues to deal with rising attrition and margin pressure.

Haryana: Cong doubles tally, Hooda emerges stronger

Haryana: Cong doubles tally, Hooda emerges stronger

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

After his party lost power in Haryana in the 2014 polls, the 72-year-old satrap had nothing going in his favour.

Backed by Harmanpreet, Powar re-applies for women's coach job

Backed by Harmanpreet, Powar re-applies for women's coach job

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

'Yes, I have applied this evening because Smriti (Mandhana), Harmanpreet (Kaur) have supported me and I can't let them (the girls) down by not applying'

Fake news: Centre won't relent, WhatsApp looks for middle path

Fake news: Centre won't relent, WhatsApp looks for middle path

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

The government is in no mood to buy the privacy and security argument pitched by WhatsApp, whereas the American firm says traceability will undermine end-to-end encryption and the private nature of the app, creating potential for serious abuse.

20 UNFORGETTABLE FRAMES of Dilip Kumar

20 UNFORGETTABLE FRAMES of Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

As Dilip Kumar passes away in the ages, Sukanya Verma feels a deep gratitude for the enormous legacy he's left behind.

Sidhu vacates ministerial bungalow allotted to him

Sidhu vacates ministerial bungalow allotted to him

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

On Saturday, Amarinder Singh had accepted Sidhu's "one-line" resignation and forwarded it to Punjab Governor V P Singh Badnore who conveyed his acceptance of the same.

How long can two swords stay in one sheath: Sena on Janata Parivar

How long can two swords stay in one sheath: Sena on Janata Parivar

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

It is impossible to say when would these leaders stab each other for political gains," it said.

Airlines to travel agents: Pay on time or face suspension

Airlines to travel agents: Pay on time or face suspension

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

According to the new billing system, travel agents will have to make payment to airlines within seven days.

Arsenal showing some ambition at last, says Usmanov

Arsenal showing some ambition at last, says Usmanov

Rediff.com30 Nov 2013

Arsenal's decision to purchase Mesut Ozil and the form that has propelled them to the top of the English Premier League is proof the club is showing ambition and could be the catalyst for more trophies, part-owner Alisher Usmanov has said.

Has India lost out in the global 5G race?

Has India lost out in the global 5G race?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Several factors have held India back. One is DoT policy somersaults and lack of clarity on whether to or not to ban Chinese gear makers.

Coming in April: Kalank, RAW, Modi

Coming in April: Kalank, RAW, Modi

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

Hardcore action, romance and politics, April has a lot to offer!

'Not a rubber stamp': Guv upset over Kerala govt's CAA move

'Not a rubber stamp': Guv upset over Kerala govt's CAA move

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Governor Arif Mohammad Khan hit out at the state government for not informing him before moving the SC against the CAA. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan retorted: "This is a democratic country and one must understand the democratic system. Earlier, during the British Raj, there were resident commissioners to check local chieftains."

Stunning winners of this year's Ocean Art underwater photo contest

Stunning winners of this year's Ocean Art underwater photo contest

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

The Underwater Photography Guide has announced the winners of their 8th annual Ocean Art Underwater Photography Competition: a selection that runs the gamut between beautiful, eye popping and, in the case of the Conservation category winner, tragic and unnerving. This year's contest attracted "thousands" of entries from 78 countries across the world.

Passage of Triple Talaq, RTI bills emboldened Modi sarkar to scrap Article 370

Passage of Triple Talaq, RTI bills emboldened Modi sarkar to scrap Article 370

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

The Triple Talaq and RTI bills were passed by Rajya Sabha in the last 10 days after the National Democratic Alliance government got support of a few parties, including the Biju Janata Dal, All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and the YSR Congress, in Rajya Sabha where the BJP lacked majority.

Stand-off between retailers and malls over rentals worsens

Stand-off between retailers and malls over rentals worsens

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

At the heart of the matter are revenue-share rental agreements that retailers are mooting over fixed-rent contracts that they say are unsustainable, given the revenue loss they've suffered during the lockdown.

More rift in the IOA?

More rift in the IOA?

Rediff.com29 May 2020

IOA Finance Committee chairman Khanna defends decision on Tokyo Games hotel bookings for Tokyo Games, says can't authorise expenditure in absence of approval from President or Secretary General. Indian Weightlifting Federation secretary general Sahdev Yadav resigned as member of the finance committee, saying he was doing so "to maintain self-respect".

Responsibility of 'all of us' to give alternative: NCP

Responsibility of 'all of us' to give alternative: NCP

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Malik told reporters in Mumbai that there is a need to reach a consensus on 'certain big issues' while working out a common minimum programme.

100 days of AAP ki Sarkar: Hits & Misses

100 days of AAP ki Sarkar: Hits & Misses

Rediff.com24 May 2015

The Aam Aadmi Party government's first 100 days in power in Delhi have been a mixed bag

Despite uncertainty, Kohli wants team to be prepared for SA tour

Despite uncertainty, Kohli wants team to be prepared for SA tour

Rediff.com2 Oct 2013

Amid the cloud of uncertainty that hovers over India's tour of South Africa, batting mainstay Virat Kohli said the upcoming rubber is important as it will "set the standards for this young" national cricket team.

Ishrat Jahan encounter: Twists and turns, the story so far...

Ishrat Jahan encounter: Twists and turns, the story so far...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa takes a re-look at the controversial case.

'I don't think I will get a chance in Bigg Boss again'

'I don't think I will get a chance in Bigg Boss again'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

'Kids, who are 20 years now, wouldn't have watched our season, so they ask me what I have done on social media. Maybe now it's time for them to see what I have done.'

In fresh AAP crisis, Kejriwal sacks water minister Kapil Mishra

In fresh AAP crisis, Kejriwal sacks water minister Kapil Mishra

Rediff.com6 May 2017

The decision to remove Mishra was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired CM Kejriwal.

No stand-off with ICC, says BCCI secy Shirke

No stand-off with ICC, says BCCI secy Shirke

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

BCCI Secretary Ajay Shirke on Wednesday admitted that there was a "difference of opinion" with the International Cricket Council (ICC) but it did not amount to "stand-off" with the world body. "There is no stand-off with anybody; it is being created by you the media. Yes (all is well between BCCI and ICC). They are our parent body. We have differences, there is no stand-off. We had differences on the two-tier structure, it is settled, they withdrew it," said BCCI secretary Shirke.

Modi-baiter cop is now home ministry advisor

Modi-baiter cop is now home ministry advisor

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

Retired Gujarat-cadre IPS officer Kuldeep Sharma, who was at loggerheads with the Narendra Modi government during his tenure in the state, was on Wednesday appointed as an advisor in the Union home ministry.

Coal-gate: CBI, Centre battle over probe findings

Coal-gate: CBI, Centre battle over probe findings

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

The Central Bureau of Investigation and the Centre were at loggerheads on the coalgate scam in the Supreme Court on Tuesday with the agency pointing out irregularities in the coal block allocation during the United Progressive Alliance-I tenure and the government vehemently refuting the allegations.

'BCCI discussed concerns over Lorgat with us'

'BCCI discussed concerns over Lorgat with us'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

BCCI has discussed its concern over the possibility of former ICC CEO Haroon Lorgat being appointed as chief executive of Cricket South Africa, a CSA director said on Tuesday.

John Abraham to produce Imtiaz Ali's brother's directorial debut

John Abraham to produce Imtiaz Ali's brother's directorial debut

Rediff.com30 Nov 2013

Sajid Ali's film is called Banana.

War and peace: Ambani brothers through the years

War and peace: Ambani brothers through the years

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

After being at loggerheads for 8 years, Ambani brothers have sealed a Rs 1,200-crore (Rs 12-billion) deal wherein Mukesh will use his younger sibling's optic fibre network for launch of his telecom venture.

Chinese warships off Japanese island fuel tension

Chinese warships off Japanese island fuel tension

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

Seven Chinese warships, including two destroyers, were sighted on Tuesday in waters off a Japanese island, according to the defence ministry, as tension mounted between the two Asian giants over territorial disputes. The naval ships passed the contiguous zone, a band of water just outside Japan's territorial waters, which are governed by international maritime law.

'Shiv Sena CM in Maharashtra a certainty now'

'Shiv Sena CM in Maharashtra a certainty now'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

Shiv Sena's Rajya Sabha MP Anil Desai, a confidant of Uddhav Thackeray, said the party is now looking to implement the 50:50 formula with its ally the BJP.

AAP invites BJP's Yashwant Sinha to guide Delhi budget

AAP invites BJP's Yashwant Sinha to guide Delhi budget

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

The Delhi assembly has chosen former Union Minister Yashwant Sinha as 'margdarshak' to guide the city government's budget.

Archers insulted Limba during London Olympics: Source

Archers insulted Limba during London Olympics: Source

Rediff.com11 Aug 2012

India's archery coach Limba Ram made a quiet exit from the national team not just because of the country's dismal Olympic performance but also after being allegedly insulted by his top wards Deepika Kumari and Jayanta Talukdar, who denied the accusation.

Virbhadra Singh files nomination from Arki constituency

Virbhadra Singh files nomination from Arki constituency

Rediff.com20 Oct 2017

Singh had vacated the Shimla (rural) seat for his son Vikramaditya Singh and shifted to Arki.

French doping agency will do Tour de France testing

French doping agency will do Tour de France testing

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

The French Anti-Doping Agency (AFLD) has agreed to carry out testing at the Tour de France in June.