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Protests outside SC after panel clears CJI

Protests outside SC after panel clears CJI

Rediff.com7 May 2019

Over 30 women activists have been detained by the police at Mandir Marg Police Station, Delhi.

Why is NCDC not in the centre of managing the Covid-19 crisis?

Why is NCDC not in the centre of managing the Covid-19 crisis?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'We have the technical expertise, and international collaborations. We also have robust real-time data. We are a university of pandemic management. If the ministry neglects the role of NCDC, it is the loss of the country'

Ex-DGP of Bihar meets Nitish; speculations of joining politics intensify

Ex-DGP of Bihar meets Nitish; speculations of joining politics intensify

Rediff.com26 Sep 2020

Pandey, who stepped down as the state police chief less than a week ago, however, insisted that he had walked down to the state headquarters of the Janata Dal-United, headed by the chief minister, to "thank" Kumar for the trust reposed in him by the latter.

Heavy rains lash parts of Delhi

Heavy rains lash parts of Delhi

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

The weatherman has predicted rainfall throughout the day with the mercury settling at 19C.

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of President's Ram Nath Kovind's address to the joint sitting of both houses of Parliament on the first of Budget Session 2022.

Polls in J-K to be held after delimitation: PM tells all-party meet

Polls in J-K to be held after delimitation: PM tells all-party meet

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Nearly two years after the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two UTs and revocation of its special status, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held talks with top political leaders from the erstwhile state, and said the Centre's priority is to strengthen grassroots democracy there for which delimitation has to happen quickly so that polls can be held.

Heavy rains lash Delhi, traffic jams in several areas

Heavy rains lash Delhi, traffic jams in several areas

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

Heavy rains brought the city to a virtual standstill on Friday as waterlogged roads and streets slowed down traffic, causing inconvenience to hundreds of commuters.

AAP claims Sisodia's residence attacked by 'BJP goons'

AAP claims Sisodia's residence attacked by 'BJP goons'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The Delhi BJP, however, refuted the allegations, saying their protest was peaceful. The Delhi Police also said the allegations that the gate of the deputy CM's residence was damaged or broken are 'incorrect' and a case has been registered under appropriate sections in the matter.

Bungalow damage row: Akhilesh terms it as BJP conspiracy

Bungalow damage row: Akhilesh terms it as BJP conspiracy

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

His outburst came a day after UP Governor Ram Naik asked the state government to take action over the reported damage to the bungalow vacated by the former chief minister, calling it a serious matter involving the taxpayer's money.

Complaint filed against Kejriwal over tweets in tech executive murder case

Complaint filed against Kejriwal over tweets in tech executive murder case

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Ashwini Upadhyay sought registration of a case against Kejriwal accusing him of "promoting enmity on grounds of religion" and "doing acts prejudicial to maintenance of harmony".

Rs 400-crore bungalows: Where billionaires live!

Rs 400-crore bungalows: Where billionaires live!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2011

A home in Lutyens' Delhi is the surest sign of having arrived . . .

PM-led CCS decides to revoke MFN status to Pak

PM-led CCS decides to revoke MFN status to Pak

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

India will launch an all out effort to isolate Pakistan and all diplomatic efforts will be launched in this regard

Arnab, wife seek pre-arrest bail in 'assault' case

Arnab, wife seek pre-arrest bail in 'assault' case

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Last week, a first information report was registered against Goswami, his wife and his son at N M Joshi Marg police station in central Mumbai for allegedly assaulting a woman police officer when a police team went to his house to arrest him in the suicide case on November 4.

Protecting POTUS

Protecting POTUS

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

40,000 security personnel guard every nook and corner of New Delhi as US President Barack Obama arrives.

Delhi again! Man knocks down 50-yr-old, dumps him midway to hospital

Delhi again! Man knocks down 50-yr-old, dumps him midway to hospital

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Kumar told the duo that he was taking Amritlal, who was 'motionless' at that time, to RML hospital, but later 'dumped' him near MS Flats on Peshwa Road and fled.

Mulayam visits offices of Akhilesh and Shivpal, leaves SP workers confused

Mulayam visits offices of Akhilesh and Shivpal, leaves SP workers confused

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

The SP workers' confusion began last month when Prateek Yadav's wife participated in a function organised by Shivpal Yadav and expressed her support for him.

Truckers' body slams Modi 2.0's first Budget

Truckers' body slams Modi 2.0's first Budget

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

Fuel cess, TDS on large cash payouts bid to destroy truckers and get foreign players in, says an industry body.

Delayed by roadshow, Kejriwal will file nomination on last day

Delayed by roadshow, Kejriwal will file nomination on last day

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday set out with much fanfare to file his nomination papers for Delhi Assembly election but had to put it off till Wednesday after his road show made it impossible for him to reach the election office in time.

The unlikely heroines of Sawda Ghevra

The unlikely heroines of Sawda Ghevra

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

'With this success (of access to water) the women are convinced that their rights go beyond law books -- and the law is indeed powerful.' 'The women are now not afraid to file a police complaint or file a case in court.'

YES Bank: Rs 5,500-crore kickback charge slapped on Rana Kapoor

YES Bank: Rs 5,500-crore kickback charge slapped on Rana Kapoor

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Other than Kapoor, the complaint, running into more than 10,000 pages, named his wife, Bindu; three daughters Rakhee, Roshini, and Radha; and three firms, Morgan Credits, RAB Enterprises, and Doit Urban Ventures, allegedly controlled by them.

The best places to eat in Mumbai

The best places to eat in Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Zomato's Users Choice Awards features the best restaurants in Mumbai.

Farmer protests continue amid fortification of Delhi borders

Farmer protests continue amid fortification of Delhi borders

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Even media persons covering the agitation manage to reach the protest sites with difficulty as they first have to pass through checking and then cross multiple layers of barricading. A Bharatiya Kisan Union office-bearer at Ghazipur border, which now resembles a highly-secured fortress, said despite the odds, supporters from far-off places are reaching the site to express solidarity with farmers.

Farm bill protest: Cong workers set tractor afire at India Gate

Farm bill protest: Cong workers set tractor afire at India Gate

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

The workers, who were protesting reportedly against the farm bills brought by the Centre, which recently received the assent of President Ram Nath Kovind, had brought the tractor to the site on a truck.

Congress quietly cancels AICC session

Congress quietly cancels AICC session

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

The Congress is quietly dropping an All India Congress Committee session planned in New Delhi on December 28, to kick off the year-long celebrations of the party completing 125 years.

Rana Kapoor in judicial custody till April 2, lawyers fear coronavirus

Rana Kapoor in judicial custody till April 2, lawyers fear coronavirus

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

Advocate Abbad Ponda, his lawyer, said a person with low immunity is easily susceptible to catching coronavirus.

List of hospitals authorised to treat swine flu

List of hospitals authorised to treat swine flu

Rediff.com12 Aug 2009

List of govt hospitals authorised to treat swine flu

PHOTOS: India celebrates Raksha Bandhan

PHOTOS: India celebrates Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

On this day, sisters tie a rakhi on her brother's wrist, symbolising the former's love and prayers for the latter's well-being.

FIR against Ajit Pawar in Maharashtra Bank scam

FIR against Ajit Pawar in Maharashtra Bank scam

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

The accused were allegedly complicit in causing losses to the tune of Rs 1,000 crore to MSCB between 2007 and 2011.

Why NGOs fear the Modi govt

Why NGOs fear the Modi govt

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

'It is especially discouraging for young people in the development sector. I've noticed that many of them are actively considering other career options to escape this atmosphere.' Geetanjali Krishna reports.

Bombay HC suspends FIRs against Arnab Goswami

Bombay HC suspends FIRs against Arnab Goswami

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

A division bench of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and Riyaz Chagla noted that while Goswami's comments targeted the Congress and its president Sonia Gandhi, he did not make any statement that would cause public disharmony or incite violence between different religious groups.

Full statehood to Delhi is central theme of AAP poll campaign

Full statehood to Delhi is central theme of AAP poll campaign

Rediff.com10 Mar 2019

AAP volunteers and its frontal organisations protested near BJP headquarters on the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Marg, demanding the party to clear its stand on full statehood to Delhi.

Bulandshahr violence: Yogi to meet slain cop's family tomorrow

Bulandshahr violence: Yogi to meet slain cop's family tomorrow

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

The chief minister will meet them at his Kalidas Marg residence in Lucknow.

Kejriwal's new address: 3-bedroom flat at plush Tilak Lane

Kejriwal's new address: 3-bedroom flat at plush Tilak Lane

Rediff.com18 Jan 2014

The hunt for a suitable residence for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal finally comes to an end with Urban Development Ministry allotting him a three-bedroom house at Tilak Lane in the Lutyen's zone.

Pub blaze: Kamala Mills owner Gowani held

Pub blaze: Kamala Mills owner Gowani held

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

Gowani was booked for the offence under relevant sections of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act and his statement was recorded by the police after the blaze swept through resto-pubs 1 Above and Mojo's Bistro located in the Kamala Mills compound in Central Mumbai, another official said.

Heavy rains lash Delhi; cause traffic jams, waterlogging

Heavy rains lash Delhi; cause traffic jams, waterlogging

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Traffic was severely affected due to heavy rains.

Congress workers get violent over Rail Budget

Congress workers get violent over Rail Budget

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

Congress on Tuesday slammed the Railway Budget as "pro-rich" with former Congress leader Mukesh Sharma removing Sadanand Gowda's nameplate, stepping on it in protest of what the party has called a anti-poor budget.

Frustrated over 'bure din', Congress workers try to gherao Parliament

Frustrated over 'bure din', Congress workers try to gherao Parliament

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Congress leaders on Monday tried to gherao Parliament House to protest against the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance government over price rise and rail fare hike.

PHOTOS: Mumbaikars welcome season's first heavy shower

PHOTOS: Mumbaikars welcome season's first heavy shower

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

After suffering scorching heat, Mumbaikars finally got some respite after rains lashed the city on Wednesday morning.

31 ACs were installed at Dikshit's official residence as CM

31 ACs were installed at Dikshit's official residence as CM

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

As many as 31 air conditioners and 25 heaters were among a number of electrical appliances installed in the official bungalow of Sheila Dikshit in Delhi when she was chief minister.

PIX: Amitabh, Tendulkar celebrate actor Sachin Pilgaonkar

PIX: Amitabh, Tendulkar celebrate actor Sachin Pilgaonkar

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

Sachin Pilgaonkar completes 50 years in cinema.