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Biden ready to meet Putin to prevent war in Ukraine

Biden ready to meet Putin to prevent war in Ukraine

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

President Joe Biden is prepared to engage with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in any format at any place and time to prevent a war, top United States diplomat said on Sunday as he asserted that everything leading up to the actual invasion of Ukraine appears to be taking place.

COVID-19: India records 50,129 fresh cases, 578 deaths

COVID-19: India records 50,129 fresh cases, 578 deaths

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

There are 6,68,154 active cases of COVID-19 in the country as on date which comprise 8.50 per cent of the total caseload, the data stated.

ISL: Mumbai pip East Bengal, open up five-point lead at top

ISL: Mumbai pip East Bengal, open up five-point lead at top

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

For Mumbai, they stretched their unbeaten run to 11 matches as they now have 29 points from 12 matches.

Kisan mahapanchayat calls for BJP's defeat in polls

Kisan mahapanchayat calls for BJP's defeat in polls

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

Tikait says PM Modi was supporter of MSP law when he was CM

Stampede-like situation as fire breaks out in Kolkata Metro; 16 injured

Stampede-like situation as fire breaks out in Kolkata Metro; 16 injured

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

Passengers claimed they were trapped inside the train for over an hour and did not receive any help from authorities even after calling the helpline repeatedly.

Fadnavis announces sops as Marathas stage massive show in Mumbai for quotas

Fadnavis announces sops as Marathas stage massive show in Mumbai for quotas

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

The government would extend to the Maratha community the educational concessions given to OBCs.

Rains lash Delhi, causes water-logging, traffic snarls

Rains lash Delhi, causes water-logging, traffic snarls

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

Rains lashed parts of the national capital on Sunday afternoon, bringing respite to people from heat and humid weather. The heavy downpour also caused water-logging and traffic snarls in several parts of the city.

Freedom of speech, expression not absolute rights: Bombay HC

Freedom of speech, expression not absolute rights: Bombay HC

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

The court made the observation while refusing to grant interim protection from arrest to a woman booked by the Mumbai and Palghar police for allegedly making offensive remarks on Twitter against Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and his son Aditya Thackeray.

Anna Hazare's hunger strike continues for second day

Anna Hazare's hunger strike continues for second day

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

From the appointment of Lokpal at the Centre and Lokayuktas in states, giving pension to farmers whose age is more than sixty years, his demands are diverse this time.

Can Ilaya Thalapthi Vijay win where Rajini and Kamal failed?

Can Ilaya Thalapthi Vijay win where Rajini and Kamal failed?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

A relatively quiet foray by actor Vijay into politics through the TN rural local body elections last month has captured the attention of many, reports Shine Jacob.

PHOTOS: Mumbaikars help farmers with food, water

PHOTOS: Mumbaikars help farmers with food, water

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

A few glimpses of the generous welcome the city extended to the protesters:

Delhi's Covid surge brings back lockdown scare among migrant workers

Delhi's Covid surge brings back lockdown scare among migrant workers

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

With a surge in coronavirus cases in Delhi and its neighbouring cities, migrant workers and daily wagers fear another round of lockdown could push them into a severe financial crisis from which they might never recover.

ISL: NorthEast United qualify for playoffs

ISL: NorthEast United qualify for playoffs

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Khalid Jamil also created history by becoming the first Indian to coach three or more league games and guide a side to the playoffs.

Sea of saffron in Delhi as VHP, RSS push for Ram Temple law

Sea of saffron in Delhi as VHP, RSS push for Ram Temple law

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Without naming the BJP, Joshi added, "We are not begging for it. We are expressing our emotions. The country wants 'Ram rajya'."

Farmers to observe June 5 as 'Sampoorna Kranti Divas'

Farmers to observe June 5 as 'Sampoorna Kranti Divas'

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Farmers will observe June 5 as 'Sampoorna Kranti Divas' by burning copies of the central farm laws in front of the offices of BJP MPs and MLAs to mark the day when these legislations were initially promulgated as ordinances last year, the Samyukta Kisan Morcha said.

'Baby Mufflerman' hogs limelight at Kejriwal's oath-taking

'Baby Mufflerman' hogs limelight at Kejriwal's oath-taking

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

There were many others who came to the swearing-in ceremony dressing like the AAP supremo.

No CM, netas invited for Kejriwal's swearing-in

No CM, netas invited for Kejriwal's swearing-in

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Kejriwal will take oath as chief minister for a third term in a "Delhi-specific" ceremony, AAP's Delhi unit convener Gopal Rai said.

India sees 3.11 lakh new COVID-19 cases, 4,077 deaths

India sees 3.11 lakh new COVID-19 cases, 4,077 deaths

Rediff.com16 May 2021

The active cases have reduced to 36,18,458 comprising 14.66 per cent of the total infections.

ISL: Gallego rescues NEUFC as they rally to hold Goa

ISL: Gallego rescues NEUFC as they rally to hold Goa

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

NEUFC eventually grew into the game and fashioned better chances in the second quarter of the opening half. They had a penalty claim denied after the half-hour mark.

'Intermeddlers' can't challenge govt appointments: Centre in Asthana case

'Intermeddlers' can't challenge govt appointments: Centre in Asthana case

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The Delhi high court on Wednesday sought the central government and Rakesh Asthana's stand on a public interest litigation challenging the appointment of the Gujarat-cadre IPS officer as Delhi police commissioner.

UNESCO World Heritage tag for Mumbai's Art Deco buildings

UNESCO World Heritage tag for Mumbai's Art Deco buildings

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

These 19th-century Victorian Gothic buildings lie to the east of the Oval Maidan in Mumbai.

During Eid celebration, Nitish takes a dig at Giriraj

During Eid celebration, Nitish takes a dig at Giriraj

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Religion is not just about following one's own path but also respecting those believing in other religions, Kumar said.

ISL schedule out: ATK Mohun Bagan face Kerala Blasters in opener

ISL schedule out: ATK Mohun Bagan face Kerala Blasters in opener

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

The ISL organisers released the fixtures of only the first half of the 11-team league. The schedule covers matches to be played till January 11, 2011. The remaining fixtures will be released later.

Record rains lash Delhi; cause traffic jams, waterlogging

Record rains lash Delhi; cause traffic jams, waterlogging

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

The India Meteorological Department said Delhi recorded 139 mm of rainfall, the highest one-day rain for August in at least 13 years.

Facing dissidence, Tripura CM seeks people's mandate

Facing dissidence, Tripura CM seeks people's mandate

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

Deb said that he would ask people whether they want him to continue as the chief minister.

Shaheen Bagh-like protest breaks out in Mumbai

Shaheen Bagh-like protest breaks out in Mumbai

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

The women protesters can be seen holding placards with slogans like "We stand against CAA, NRC, NPR", "They tried to divide us, Respect my existence or expect my resistance" written on them. Slogans hailing Hindu-Muslim unity and brotherhood were also raised.

Covid eclipses Christmas festivities for second year

Covid eclipses Christmas festivities for second year

Rediff.com25 Dec 2021

Christmas was celebrated across the country on Saturday, but the festivities were low-key for the second year in a row due to Covid, with churches and other events witnessing lower footfalls, people avoiding large get-togethers and the administration in some areas imposing certain curbs.

ISL: NEUFC, Bengaluru share points, continue winless streak

ISL: NEUFC, Bengaluru share points, continue winless streak

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

NEUFC could have doubled their tally soon after the half-hour mark had Suhair VP converted his chance. Rochharzela whipped a cross for the unmarked striker in the box, but he cushioned his header over the crossbar.

For 2nd year, Thrissur Pooram to be held without people's participation

For 2nd year, Thrissur Pooram to be held without people's participation

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Kerala's iconic Thrissur Pooram, considered as the festival of festivals in the state, will be held this week without people's participation, considering the surge in Covid-19 cases in the southern state, officials said Thrissur on Tuesday.

Assam, Bengal remain peaceful; no violent protests

Assam, Bengal remain peaceful; no violent protests

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

Businesses and banks in Guwahati were open and vehicles plied the roads but schools and colleges were closed. Stray incidents of clashes were reported in West Bengal.

Samyukta Kisan Morcha urges Bengal farmers not to vote for BJP

Samyukta Kisan Morcha urges Bengal farmers not to vote for BJP

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), an umbrella body of over 40 farmers' unions, on Friday urged agriculturists and other people of West Bengal not to vote for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the upcoming elections.

Amid CAA protest, PM likely to skip Khelo India Youth Games in Assam

Amid CAA protest, PM likely to skip Khelo India Youth Games in Assam

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Various organisations have threatened to intensify their stir if the prime minister came for the inaugural ceremony.

Steve Waugh back at Eden, as a photographer

Steve Waugh back at Eden, as a photographer

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Steve Waugh was seen in a shooting spree, taking shots of the Eden Gardens as well as those of the Bengal-Ranji fixture.

ISL: 10-man SC East Bengal hold Jamshedpur

ISL: 10-man SC East Bengal hold Jamshedpur

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

After three losses on the trot, laggards SCEB finally opened their account

PMC Bank protesters stopped en route to CM's bungalow

PMC Bank protesters stopped en route to CM's bungalow

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

They had gathered at Maharashtra government's Sahyadri Guest House nearby when they were stopped while moving towards Varsha, the official said.

India records lowest COVID-19 cases in 7 months

India records lowest COVID-19 cases in 7 months

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 1,01,11,294 pushing the national COVID-19 recovery rate to 96.49 per cent.

Bharat's heart is Bihar: PM Modi at rally

Bharat's heart is Bihar: PM Modi at rally

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Addressing his first election rally in poll-bound Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tributes to the soldiers from the state who had made the supreme sacrifice in the Galwan Valley clash and the Pulwama attack.

Kejriwal's oath-taking ceremony cost Rs 13.41 lakh

Kejriwal's oath-taking ceremony cost Rs 13.41 lakh

Rediff.com9 Mar 2014

The Delhi government spent Rs 13.41lakh on the oath-taking ceremony of Arvind Kejriwal as Delhi chief minister at Ramlila Maidan and on the publicity of the mammoth function.

ISL: Goa pip Hyderabad 2-1, end year on a high

ISL: Goa pip Hyderabad 2-1, end year on a high

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Both teams failed to create clear-cut chances in the first-half, staying defensively organised. As a result, no shots on target were registered. But it was Goa, who appeared more threatening.

Manipur Terrorism: 'Chinese hand can't be ruled out'

Manipur Terrorism: 'Chinese hand can't be ruled out'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

'The adversary will always exploit India's anti-national elements.'