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Training Woes: Non-protesting wrestlers demand camp restart

Training Woes: Non-protesting wrestlers demand camp restart

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Wrestlers sound alarm over training disruption, urge SAI to reopen centres

5 FTII students arrested in midnight crackdown

5 FTII students arrested in midnight crackdown

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

In a midnight crackdown at the Film and Television Institute of India at Pune, five students were arrested by the police after the institute's director, Prashant Pathrabe lodged a complaint against them for detaining him on campus on Monday.

India flags baby Ariha's 'infringement of rights' in German custody

India flags baby Ariha's 'infringement of rights' in German custody

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

The German authorities had taken custody of Ariha Shah on September 23, 2021, when she was seven months old, alleging that the parents harassed her.

Cancel LOC against Aakar Patel, apologise to him, court tells CBI

Cancel LOC against Aakar Patel, apologise to him, court tells CBI

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

A Delhi court on Thursday directed the Central Bureau of Investigation to withdraw a lookout circular issued against the chair of Amnesty International India Board Aakar Patel in a case of an alleged violation of the Foreign Contributions Regulation Act and apologise to him.

Cleared of doping, Chanu demands answers and compensation

Cleared of doping, Chanu demands answers and compensation

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The International Weightlifting Federation dropped the doping charge against Indian weightlifter K Sanjita Chanu due to "non-conformities" in the handling of her sample but the Commonwealth Games gold-medallist has demanded an apology and compensation for the "trauma" she has endured. The IWF made the decision based on the recommendation of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). The 26-year-old, who claimed innocence since the beginning, was informed about the final verdict via an e-mail, signed by IWF's legal counsel Lilla Sagi.

'Never thought I would be able to make this'

'Never thought I would be able to make this'

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Medvedev's deep groundstrokes have been a major component of his clay-court progression. His baseline retrieving has been the foundation of his hard-court success, and he attributed his success on the clay this year to a string change at the start of the 2023 season.

FIFA WC: How distractions took a toll on Iran's campaign

FIFA WC: How distractions took a toll on Iran's campaign

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Iran's World Cup campaign was all but finished even before it started.

SC rejects legal status for same-sex marriage, bats for queer rights

SC rejects legal status for same-sex marriage, bats for queer rights

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Directing the Centre, states and Union Territories (UTs) to ensure the queer community is not discriminated against, the CJI, who is heading the constitution bench, said queer is a natural phenomenon known for ages and is neither urban nor elitist.

HC upholds Shweta Shetty's eviction from father's home

HC upholds Shweta Shetty's eviction from father's home

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

Taking serious note of the harassment faced by senior citizens at the hands of their own children, the Bombay High Court refused to quash a tribunal's order evicting singer Shweta Shetty from the south Mumbai residence of her 95-year-old father for ill-treating him.

No One Hears A Woman's Silent Screams

No One Hears A Woman's Silent Screams

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

The most common abuse happens in marriages in the confines of one's own home. Be it raising a hand on one's spouse without the slightest provocation, or abusing them without their consent, notes Aarti David.

Police harassed me and obtained signed statements: Sreesanth

Police harassed me and obtained signed statements: Sreesanth

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Banned fast bowler Shantakumaran Sreesanth claimed innocence in a letter to the Board of Control for Cricket in India's disciplinary Committee and said his confession to Police in the spot-fixing saga was under duress.

This is a player's movement; not linked to any political party: Bajrang Punia

This is a player's movement; not linked to any political party: Bajrang Punia

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Olympic medallist Bajrang Punia said few were trying to steer the movement in a different direction, but refused to name them.

Harassed on Valentine's Day, Kerala youth kills self

Harassed on Valentine's Day, Kerala youth kills self

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

A suicide note recovered from the crime scene held two persons responsible for his death.

Punjab minister Singla, OSD sent to police remand for 3 days on graft charges

Punjab minister Singla, OSD sent to police remand for 3 days on graft charges

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Mann said he took the decision after learning that the minister was allegedly demanding one percent commission for tenders.

Slap gate: SC raps UP govt, orders senior IPS office to probe case

Slap gate: SC raps UP govt, orders senior IPS office to probe case

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

There cannot be any quality education if a student is sought to be penalised on the ground that he belongs to a particular community, the Supreme Court Monday said, as it pulled up the Uttar Pradesh government for shoddy probe in a case where a Muslim schoolboy was allegedly slapped by his classmates on the instruction of his teacher in Muzaffarnagar.

'Truck drivers don't get a life of dignity in India'

'Truck drivers don't get a life of dignity in India'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

'The government never asked any transport association before making this law on hit and run cases.' 'MPs only clapped to Amit Shah's new law and never questioned him about this law.' 'Are these MPs not bothered about the lives of drivers?'

Court relief for AAP's Raghav Chadha in official bungalow case

Court relief for AAP's Raghav Chadha in official bungalow case

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

In an interim relief to Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha, a Delhi court has directed the Rajya Sabha secretariat to not evict him from a Type-7 bungalow in Lutyens' Delhi, which is usually allotted to lawmakers who are former ministers, chief ministers or governors, till the pendency of his application and without following the due process of law.

'If Darshan Solanki had got some support at IIT...'

'If Darshan Solanki had got some support at IIT...'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

'In IIT, most faculty members have a bias against SC/ST students.' 'SC/ST and OBC students have no idea whom to approach for support.'

ASK ANU: My Ex Is Blackmailing Me

ASK ANU: My Ex Is Blackmailing Me

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

rediffGURU Anu Krishna , who is a mind/life coach and NLP trainer, wants you to talk about your problems. She will address your concerns and offer expert advice on how you can take control of your life.

Sardar denies sexual harassment claims: 'We were good friends'

Sardar denies sexual harassment claims: 'We were good friends'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

India's hockey team captain Sardar Singh threatened to take legal action against the woman who has accused him of sexual harassment, claiming she misused his social media accounts to send out information he never approved of.

Akbar vs Ramani: Key observations of Delhi court

Akbar vs Ramani: Key observations of Delhi court

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

The following are some of the key observations made by a Delhi court while throwing out M J Akbar's criminal defamation case against journalist Priya Ramani over her allegations of sexual harassment.

Shami's estranged wife receives rape threats

Shami's estranged wife receives rape threats

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Hasin Jahan said she was abused on social media for congratulatory post on Ram Mandir bhumi poojan.

Oppn steps up pressure on Speaker for action against Bidhuri

Oppn steps up pressure on Speaker for action against Bidhuri

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Opposition leaders on Saturday stepped up pressure on Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for stringent action against Bharatiya Janata Party's Ramesh Bidhuri over his derogatory remarks against Bahujan Samaj Party MP Danish Ali in the House.

NHRC notices to Sports Ministry, SAI over cyclist complaint

NHRC notices to Sports Ministry, SAI over cyclist complaint

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Reportedly, as per SAI, the complainant was immediately brought back to India mid-way through her training to ensure her safety. The SAI has prima facie found the allegation as true, it said.

SC awards Rs 50 lakh to ex-ISRO scientist for 'harassment' in espionage case

SC awards Rs 50 lakh to ex-ISRO scientist for 'harassment' in espionage case

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

The court ordered a probe into the role of Kerala police officers involved in arrest of Nambi Narayanan.

How Lovlina broke bronze medal jinx

How Lovlina broke bronze medal jinx

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Lovlina won her maiden World Championships gold after two bronze medals, in her fourth attempt.

Former Australia batsman Slater charged after domestic incident

Former Australia batsman Slater charged after domestic incident

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

Former Australia cricketer Michael Slater has admitted himself into care for 'health and mental issues' after being charged by police following a report of a domestic violence incident in Sydney.

Fresh political storm in Kerala after Swapna's revelations against CM

Fresh political storm in Kerala after Swapna's revelations against CM

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Minutes after she concluded her press conference, she told a TV channel that her colleague Sarith PS, who also worked with her at HRDS India, had been kidnapped in broad daylight from her home by 3 or 4 unknown people.

Iran coach Queiroz says mission is to entertain for 90 mins

Iran coach Queiroz says mission is to entertain for 90 mins

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Queiroz said there was a time and place to use football to make an impact in the world and received applause from journalists when he spoke of "magic moments" from a simple gesture like giving footballs to impoverished children in Africa.

Pratyusha suicide case: Rahul Singh's bail plea rejected

Pratyusha suicide case: Rahul Singh's bail plea rejected

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

After the complainant said it could be a pre-planned murder.

When Bollywood Lost Its Memory!

When Bollywood Lost Its Memory!

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Sukanya Verma takes a look at all the strange ways Hindi films has dealt with the memory loss syndrome.

Don't create atmosphere of fear, SC tells ED in Chhattisgarh liquor scam hearing

Don't create atmosphere of fear, SC tells ED in Chhattisgarh liquor scam hearing

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Don't create an "atmosphere of fear", the Supreme Court Tuesday told the Enforcement Directorate (ED) after the Chhattisgarh government alleged the probe agency is "running amok" and is trying to implicate Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel in a money laundering case linked to the alleged Rs 2,000 crore liquor scam in the state.

May 21 deadline for arrest of WFI President; Vinesh says protest not hijacked

May 21 deadline for arrest of WFI President; Vinesh says protest not hijacked

Rediff.com7 May 2023

The committee advising the wrestlers have set a deadline for the arrest of the WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'The government should immediately enact an Act to make caste discrimination a criminal offence and lay down a procedure similar to that of the Anti-Ragging Act.' 'Ragging has nearly been eliminated because it is treated as a criminal offence.' 'Similar procedure should be used in case of caste discrimination.'

Missing Teesta Setalvad file: CBI detains home ministry official

Missing Teesta Setalvad file: CBI detains home ministry official

Rediff.com15 May 2016

A case has been registered against Anand Joshi by the investigating agency in connection with Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, notices to non-governmental organisations.

Cyclist files FIR against coach Sharma, SAI to conduct probe

Cyclist files FIR against coach Sharma, SAI to conduct probe

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

YAI submits report to SAI over sailor's allegations

Girls Hostel 3 Review: No Dum!

Girls Hostel 3 Review: No Dum!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Even by standards of fluff, Girls Hostel 3 floats away without any anchor to entertainment, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Anti-encroachment drive intensified in Kashmir

Anti-encroachment drive intensified in Kashmir

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

The anti-encroachment drive by Jammu and Kashmir administration intensified on Saturday as the land illegally occupied by 'influential persons' was retrieved at many places in the valley, officials said.

ASK ANU: 'He finds a million ways to torture my sister'

ASK ANU: 'He finds a million ways to torture my sister'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Shami's estranged wife receives death threats, seeks security

Shami's estranged wife receives death threats, seeks security

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

A bench of the Calcutta High Court is likely to hear the matter next week.