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'We Expect The President To Act!'

'We Expect The President To Act!'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

'The government is doing away with crucial laws such as the Forest Conservation Act and the Environment Protection Act which had helped safeguard our forests.' 'The President has to show that she will stand in favour of tribal rights.'

After fighting crime, this top cop is fighting hunger

After fighting crime, this top cop is fighting hunger

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

'There are 80 million tonnes of foodgrain in our godowns and yet, 200 million people go to bed hungry.' 'So I decided to fight hunger.'

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

as journalists active in Pakistani media have been quick to point out, with Ghafoor at the helm in Balochistan, no one will take seriously any claims by the civilian leadership to use the velvet glove to work for peace there, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.He did not hesitate to pejorate developments in India at the slightest opportunity, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

ED raids Amnesty International office in Bengaluru

ED raids Amnesty International office in Bengaluru

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

The searches are in connection with alleged violation of foreign direct investment norms that is linked to an earlier case of revocation of Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act licence of the NGO by the Union home ministry in 2010, the ED said.

Rise of new 'Hindu Owaisi': Raut's veiled swipe at Raj Thackeray

Rise of new 'Hindu Owaisi': Raut's veiled swipe at Raj Thackeray

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

Alleging a "pattern" of triggering communal riots and winning elections, Raut said this will break the country into pieces.

UP policeman arrested for raping gang-rape survivor in police station

UP policeman arrested for raping gang-rape survivor in police station

Rediff.com4 May 2022

A station house officer was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl who was left outside his police station in Uttar Pradesh's Lalitpur by four men after they raped her for three days, officials said on Wednesday.

MEA slams US report that downgraded India to partly free

MEA slams US report that downgraded India to "partly free"

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Asked about the report, MEA spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said, "The political judgements of Freedom House are as inaccurate and distorted as their maps."

One more reason to adore Anushka-Virat!

One more reason to adore Anushka-Virat!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2021

Kohli will set up two animal shelters in Mumbai.

Ask ANU: 'My mother-in-law taunts me for no reason'

Ask ANU: 'My mother-in-law taunts me for no reason'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

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

Mayapuri still has traces of Cobalt-60: NGO

Mayapuri still has traces of Cobalt-60: NGO

Rediff.com14 May 2010

An international environment body has claimed to have detected sources of radiation in eight spots in west Delhi's Mayapuri scrap market on Friday where exposure to radioactive material Cobalt-60 last month claimed one life and caused injuries to 11 people.

NGO claims its Godhra footage proves Modi's role

NGO claims its Godhra footage proves Modi's role

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

Father Fredrick Prakash, who runs a non-governmental organisation 'Prashant', told rediff.com that the organisation would be releasing selective audio-visual clippings that reportedly establish Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's complicity in the riots following the burning of Sabarmati Express in Godhra on February 27, 2002

Rio+ 20: Show environmental leadership, Indian NGO to PM

Rio+ 20: Show environmental leadership, Indian NGO to PM

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

While Indian Non-Governmental Organisations are by no means as well networked as they were at the original Earth Summit in this coastal Atlantic city, despite the boom in electronic communications, Kalpavriksh, based in Pune and New Delhi, has fired a strong missive at Prime Minister Manmohan Singh shortly before his arrival at Rio+ 20.

UAPA tribunal seeks Zakir Naik's physical presence at next hearing

UAPA tribunal seeks Zakir Naik's physical presence at next hearing

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

After Islamic evangelist and preacher Zakir Naik showed the inability to go to the Indian embassy in Malaysia for authentication of his credentials for vakalatnama, the UAPA tribunal said, "He is bound to file a vakalatnama in proper format with proper authentication or he may remain physically present on the next date of hearing."

Helmet review

Helmet review

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Helmet's sole attribute are its three actors. Aparshakti Khurana, Abishek Banerjee and Ashish Verma have an effortless witty quality and breezy camaraderie, observes Sukanya Verma.

PIX: Jharkhand's Yuwa-India steals show at Laureus Sports Awards

PIX: Jharkhand's Yuwa-India steals show at Laureus Sports Awards

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

It couldn't have been a prouder moment for India at the Oscar Awards of sports, as Neeta Kumari, Hema Kumari, Konika Kumari, and Radha Kumari went on stage to collect the award they richly deserve.

Two arrested in Pak over US NGO worker's abduction

Two arrested in Pak over US NGO worker's abduction

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

Pakistani law enforcement agencies have arrested two members of the Taliban on charges of involvement in the kidnapping of American Non-Governmental-Organisation worker Warren Weinstein from the city in August last year.

Tanishq, TBZ, Kalyan under human rights lens

Tanishq, TBZ, Kalyan under human rights lens

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

Totally 13 global brands were surveyed by NGO on whether they ensured human right protection while sourcing when gold and diamonds

Gambhir's foundation to take care of 100 children of martyrs

Gambhir's foundation to take care of 100 children of martyrs

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

The Gautam Gambhir Foundation aims at supporting children of slain armed personnel and providing post-trauma counselling and 100 per cent funding of education.

Pak groups's anti-US play enrages NGO

Pak groups's anti-US play enrages NGO

Rediff.com29 Nov 2005

Pak group's "anti-US" play raises NGO's hackles

Dom's Take: Is PM-CARES allergic to RTI?

Dom's Take: Is PM-CARES allergic to RTI?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

Dominic Xavier mulls over the intriguing puzzle why the PM-CARES fund is opposed to the transparency guaranteed by the RTI.

'People of this country are not hardcore communal at all'

'People of this country are not hardcore communal at all'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

'We are losing the battle of secularism, but we have not lost.'

When a 14.4-ft-long python was rescued in Assam

When a 14.4-ft-long python was rescued in Assam

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

The 30 kg snake was spotted in the Salna area by locals.

Lok Sabha passes criminal procedure bill, Shah says will defend rights

Lok Sabha passes criminal procedure bill, Shah says will defend rights

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

The contentious bill providing for legal sanction to police to obtain physical and biological samples of convicts and detainees for investigation in criminal matters was passed by Lok Sabha on Monday, with Home Minister Amit Shah asserting it will act as a defender of human rights of law-abiding citizens.

The story behind Evelyn's wedding gown

The story behind Evelyn's wedding gown

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Take a bow, Evelyn Sharma, for making such a stunning bride.

Anand to help raise funds for NGO

Anand to help raise funds for NGO

Rediff.com13 Jul 2005

The chess ace will help Vidyasagar, a NGO dedicated to integrating children with cerebral palsy into society.

Health minister suggests 'fully-vaccinated' stickers for families

Health minister suggests 'fully-vaccinated' stickers for families

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday suggested that stickers for houses to notify completion of both doses of COVID-19 vaccines should be given to fully vaccinated families to encourage uptake of vaccine among the population.

No funding for National Sports Federations who don't register

No funding for National Sports Federations who don't register

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

The Sports Ministry has made it mandatory for all the National Sports Federation (NSFs) to register themselves with NGO-PS Portal to receive grants.

NGO that took care of Geeta declines PM's Rs 1 crore donation

NGO that took care of Geeta declines PM's Rs 1 crore donation

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Pakistan's charity foundation Edhi on Tuesday turned down Rs one crore donation announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for taking care of deaf and mute Indian girl Geeta during her over a decade-long stay in the country.

When Katrina Kaif became the voice of the abused

When Katrina Kaif became the voice of the abused

Rediff.com16 May 2020

Celebrities use their voice to help those suffering from domestic abuse.

Mizoram CEO leaves for Delhi on EC summons; protests called off

Mizoram CEO leaves for Delhi on EC summons; protests called off

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

The agitation demanding his removal had been launched on Tuesday and resumed Wednesday morning by a large number of Young Mizo Association members in front of the CEO's office from 8 am. The protestors later dispersed.

Cow important part of India's culture, rural economy: Modi

Cow important part of India's culture, rural economy: Modi

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

Modi stressed his government has created a 'security cover' to ensure good heath of children and mothers during the past 55 month of his rule.

Why is #YuvrajMaafiMaango trending?

Why is #YuvrajMaafiMaango trending?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Yuvraj Singh has landed in an ugly controversy for mocking Yuzvendra Chahal.

Mumbai doc couple collects unused Covid meds to help needy

Mumbai doc couple collects unused Covid meds to help needy

Rediff.com12 May 2021

"The idea came when one of the family members of our staff got infected from Covid and they needed medication. As you know the medicines can be expensive. At that time there were a few people who had recovered from Covid, so we decided to take their medicines and donate them," said Dr Raina.

Over 30% women from 14 states back men beating wives: Survey

Over 30% women from 14 states back men beating wives: Survey

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

According to NHFS-5, over 75 per cent women justified men beating their wives in three states -- Telangana (84 per cent), Andhra Pradesh (84 per cent) and Karnataka (77 per cent).

How Volunteering Can CHANGE Your Life

How Volunteering Can CHANGE Your Life

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Don't look for a volunteering job for money, but as an investment for life, advises management consultant Virender Kapoor.

Akhil Gogoi claims NIA offered bail if he joined RSS, BJP

Akhil Gogoi claims NIA offered bail if he joined RSS, BJP

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

In a letter from jail, Gogoi also alleged physical and mental torture in custody

Uttarakhand CM sparks new row with 'more kids, more ration' remark

Uttarakhand CM sparks new row with 'more kids, more ration' remark

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat on Sunday again created a controversy with his remark over the amount of ration distributed during the COVID-19 lockdown: A family with two children got less ration and they would have got more if they had 20 children.

Under fire, Rawat apologises but says torn jeans not right

Under fire, Rawat apologises but says torn jeans not right

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Facing flak over his "ripped jeans" comment, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat on Friday said he apologises for the remark if it has hurt anybody.

Indian doctor appointed head of US-based NGO

Indian doctor appointed head of US-based NGO

Rediff.com30 Apr 2008

Sanjay Sinho,an Indian-origin doctor has been appointed chief executive officer of the American India Foundation which gives grants for education, public health and livelihood projects in India.