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Chain of events: What led to WFI's suspension?

Chain of events: What led to WFI's suspension?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The following is the timeline of the chain of events that led to the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India by UWW, the sport's global governing body.

Djokovic set to return next month in Dubai

Djokovic set to return next month in Dubai

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Djokovic's official website also confirmed his participation in the Dubai tournament.

Kargil's Forgotten Hero

Kargil's Forgotten Hero

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

'Sepoy K Ashuli displayed nerves of steel, exemplary courage, fearlessness under enemy fire, unparalleled devotion to duty and camaraderie of the highest order in keeping with the finest traditions of the Indian Army.'

14-day custody for Chinese national facing blasphemy charge in Pakistan

14-day custody for Chinese national facing blasphemy charge in Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

A Pakistani anti-terrorism court has sent a Chinese national to jail on 14-day judicial remand on blasphemy charges in the restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province after he was arrested on Monday, according to media reports on Tuesday.

Farmers in Punjab hold government officials hostage

Farmers in Punjab hold government officials hostage

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

A group of farmers demanding relief for crop damage allegedly held 12 government officials hostage for several hours inside a sub-tehsil office in Muktsar district's Lambi, Punjab.

Pak Dy Speaker didn't resign, to chair Monday session

Pak Dy Speaker didn't resign, to chair Monday session

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Refuting the news of the resignation of Pakistan's Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri, the National Assembly Secretariat on Sunday clarified that Suri did not resign from his office, reported local media adding that he will chair the crucial National Assembly on Monday for the election of the new Prime Minister of Pakistan.

2 TMC workers killed in blast in Bengal; Oppn says infighting cause of murders

2 TMC workers killed in blast in Bengal; Oppn says infighting cause of murders

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

While the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress alleged that the killings were a fallout of the TMC's infighting, the ruling party pointed fingers at the grand old party of India.

Why couples fail on the first night

Why couples fail on the first night

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Excerpt from Dr Mahinder Watsa's book, It's Normal.

Kerala journalist Sidhique Kappan, in jail for nearly 2 years, moves SC for bail

Kerala journalist Sidhique Kappan, in jail for nearly 2 years, moves SC for bail

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Kerala-based journalist Sidhique Kappan, arrested in October 2020 while on his way to Hathras where a young Dalit woman had died after allegedly being gang-raped, has approached the Supreme Court seeking bail in the case.

MP's serial killer a school dropout, harboured anger since his childhood

MP's serial killer a school dropout, harboured anger since his childhood

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

The first three killings came in a space of 72 hours earlier in the week, while the fourth victim, from Bhopal, fell prey a few hours before Dhurve was arrested.

Ahead of polls, Yediyurappa says 'no one can finish me off'

Ahead of polls, Yediyurappa says 'no one can finish me off'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

BJP Karnataka strongman B S Yediyurappa on Thursday dismissed reports he is being neglected in the party and said he has his own strength and no one can finish him off politically.

The Legend Of Squadron Leader Tubby Devayya

The Legend Of Squadron Leader Tubby Devayya

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Today, he lies in an unknown grave in a corner of a farmer's field in Pakistan, having given his all for his country. A riveting excerpt from Ian Cardozo's Beyond Fear: True Stories on Life in the Indian Armed Forces.

Bigg Boss 16: Look Who's EVICTED!

Bigg Boss 16: Look Who's EVICTED!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Manya Singh got eliminated, and it did not come as a surprise.

Railways likely to freeze hiring, cut allowances

Railways likely to freeze hiring, cut allowances

Rediff.com26 May 2020

Railway traffic has dropped 32 per cent to 99.86 mt between April 1 and May 14, compared to the same time last year, while its revenue, too, dipped 41 per cent to Rs 9,094.38 crore.

'Atiq's murder could have been remote-controlled'

'Atiq's murder could have been remote-controlled'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

'The prowess with which they executed the shootings unmistakably bear the imprint of someone who has had professional training.'

9000 people evacuated in Punjab due to rain, 8 die; Haryana reports 7 deaths

9000 people evacuated in Punjab due to rain, 8 die; Haryana reports 7 deaths

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

In Punjab, more than 9,000 people were evacuated in Patiala, Rupnagar, Moga, Ludhiana, Mohali, SBS Nagar and Fatehgarh Sahib districts, officials said on Tuesday.

He Made Pawar Withdraw Resignation!

He Made Pawar Withdraw Resignation!

Rediff.com17 May 2023

'Ajit Pawar and some other people felt it was better to be supporting the BJP and have a coalition with the BJP than support the Congress.' 'But Sharad Pawar did not want to be a party to this kind of an opportunistic alliance.'

Appointed 224 judges to HCs, hope govt will clear names for Delhi HC: CJI Ramana

Appointed 224 judges to HCs, hope govt will clear names for Delhi HC: CJI Ramana

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

Justice Ramana said that he took up the issues concerning the appointment of judges and infrastructure during his term and hoped that he stood up to the expectations of the legal fraternity.

A lifetime's experience: Kiran Bedi's farewell note

A lifetime's experience: Kiran Bedi's farewell note

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Kiran Bedi, who was removed as the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry on Tuesday night, said that the 'Team Raj Nivas' diligently worked to serve the larger public interest in the union territory during her tenure.

3 shot dead in clashes during Bengal panchayat poll nominations

3 shot dead in clashes during Bengal panchayat poll nominations

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Three persons were shot dead and several others were injured as violence and arson marked the conclusion of nomination filing for the three-tier West Bengal panchayat polls slated next month.

Mumbai cops thrash 2 Muslim youths, ask them to go to Pakistan

Mumbai cops thrash 2 Muslim youths, ask them to go to Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Oct 2015

The youths, Asif Sheikh and Danish Sheikh (both 19), had alleged that they were assaulted by police inspector Kedar Pawar and others, who were on night duty, in Bandra police station.

Delhi weekend curfew: Who will be exempted

Delhi weekend curfew: Who will be exempted

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

A list of who all will be exempted during weekend curfew imposed in Delhi from Friday 10 pm to Monday 5 am in view of surge in COVID-19 cases.

Amritpal Singh's close aide and financer held: Sources

Amritpal Singh's close aide and financer held: Sources

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

On Saturday late evening, Jalandhar commissioner Kuldeep Singh Chahal confirmed that the radical leader had been declared a "fugitive".

Meet IAF's First Agniveers!

Meet IAF's First Agniveers!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

After five months of a rigorous training, the Agniveervayus passed out of the Airmen Training School, impressing the audience with the skills they had acquired in just 22 weeks of training at the IAF base.

4 lions at Singapore zoo test positive for COVID-19

4 lions at Singapore zoo test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

The country also reported 3,397 fresh COVID-19 cases, including 169 from dormitories for migrant workers.

Bigg Boss 16: Look WHO entered the house

Bigg Boss 16: Look WHO entered the house

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

Instagram sensation Kili Paul arrives in Bigg Boss house for some naach-gaana and masti!

Why Anand Mohan Slunk Out Of Jail

Why Anand Mohan Slunk Out Of Jail

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Plans for a 500-car road show were abandoned after the controversy surrounding his release.

Post-Sunjwan attack, BSF goes on overdrive to detect cross-border tunnels from Pak

Post-Sunjwan attack, BSF goes on overdrive to detect cross-border tunnels from Pak

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Following the recent detection and killings of two Jaish-e-Mohammed suicide bombers, who infiltrated the country from Pakistan, the Border Security Force has launched a massive drive to detect cross-border tunnels along the International Border in the Jammu sector.

Surat hotel housing Shinde, rebel Sena MLAs under thick security blanket

Surat hotel housing Shinde, rebel Sena MLAs under thick security blanket

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

While guests who had arrived earlier are leaving one by one, sources revealed that the hotel, situated on Dumas Road of the diamond city, has stopped accepting new bookings for an indefinite period.

Cab driver reveals details of Harry, Meghan car chase

Cab driver reveals details of Harry, Meghan car chase

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan were 'pretty nervous' as they were chased by paparazzi in New York, according to an Indian-American cab driver who drove the couple for about 10 minutes after picking them up at a police station in Manhattan.

Davis Cup: Ramkumar loses second singles; India stares at loss

Davis Cup: Ramkumar loses second singles; India stares at loss

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

The Indian team is staring at a heavy defeat in its Davis Cup World Group first round tie after conceding a 0-2 lead to hosts Norway following Ramkumar Ramnathan's loss to Viktor Durasovic in the second singles in Lillehammer, Norway.

Liquor policy: ED summons BRS leader Kavitha again on Mar 16 for quizzing

Liquor policy: ED summons BRS leader Kavitha again on Mar 16 for quizzing

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

According to sources, Kavitha was to be made to sit face-to-face with Hyderabad-based businessman Arun Ramchandra Pillai, who was arrested in connection with the liquor policy case on Monday night.

Delhi Capitals look to corner under-pressure Rahul's LSG

Delhi Capitals look to corner under-pressure Rahul's LSG

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Neither DC nor LSG look like outfits that give you the vibe of a champion side

13 police vehicles torched, 10 policemen hurt in mob clash in Aurangabad

13 police vehicles torched, 10 policemen hurt in mob clash in Aurangabad

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders on Thursday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) of orchestrating violence in Maharashtra's Aurangabad, where a mob attacked police personnel, and alleged that it was aimed at disturbing the Maha Vikas Aghadi's (MVA) upcoming rally in the city.

How Shastri's Iconic Audi Was Restored...

How Shastri's Iconic Audi Was Restored...

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

The iconic Audi 100 won by Ravi Shastri at the 1985 World Championship of Cricket in Australia was restored back to its original glory and handed back to the former India captain and coach by Gautam Hari Singhania, chairman and managing director of Raymond, in Mumbai on Friday.

12 killed as violence rocks Bengal panchayat polls

12 killed as violence rocks Bengal panchayat polls

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Among those killed were eight from TMC, and one worker each of the BJP, the CPI-M, the Congress and the ISF.

Amritpal arrested in Moga, shifted to Assam's Dibrugarh jail

Amritpal arrested in Moga, shifted to Assam's Dibrugarh jail

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

The Punjab Police has already invoked the stringent National Security Act (NSA) against the Khalistan sympathiser.

Chhattisgarh: Policeman killed, 3 injured in Naxal attack

Chhattisgarh: Policeman killed, 3 injured in Naxal attack

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

"The face off between policemen and ultras took place in Borgoan area of Keshkal town of the district at around 1 am," Konda Gaon Superintendent of Police D Shravan told PTI over phone.

Ahead of counting, SP alleges EVM 'tampering'

Ahead of counting, SP alleges EVM 'tampering'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

'In many districts, reports of 'herapheri' (tampering with) of EVMs is being received (by the party). On whose directives is this happening? Are officers being pressured from the Chief Minister's Office? EC please clarify this'

Tennis: Rublev upset, Murray enters semis in Doha

Tennis: Rublev upset, Murray enters semis in Doha

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

A round-up of all the tennis action from around the globe.