News for 'north east states'

NDA ally to back Oppn's no-trust motion in Parliament

NDA ally to back Oppn's no-trust motion in Parliament

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

The MNF is deeply hurt over the condition of the Zo ethnic people in strife-torn Manipur, the MNF MP said.

BJP seeks N-E security council to deter anti-India designs

BJP seeks N-E security council to deter anti-India designs

Rediff.com25 Aug 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party has called for formulation of a 'grand strategy' through formation of 'North East Development Council' and 'North East Security Council' linking with national bodies for tackling burning problems like illegal migration and foreign forces out to destabilise the strategic region.

Manik Saha meets Tripura governor, stakes claim to form govt

Manik Saha meets Tripura governor, stakes claim to form govt

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Earlier in the day, Saha was elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party at a meeting held in Agartala on Monday.

Birthday ride goes wrong, student killed in Delhi SUV accident

Birthday ride goes wrong, student killed in Delhi SUV accident

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The Hyundai Venue car had five occupants, four of them students of Delhi University colleges, who were returning from a birthday party at a pub in neighbouring Gurugram.

How India Almost Gave Away Parts Of J&K To Pakistan

How India Almost Gave Away Parts Of J&K To Pakistan

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

India agreed to give up the Poonch salient as well as Uri. To the north India also proposed to give up land in the Gurez sector giving the entire Neelam/Kinshanganga valley to Pakistan. In return India sought control of the post dominating Kargil town, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Maharashtra: Why BJP Wants To Be Single Largest Party

Maharashtra: Why BJP Wants To Be Single Largest Party

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

This would give BJP the chance to explore Constitutional options for government formation if there is no clear-cut mandate, explains Sheela Bhatt.

Cricket Roundup: North eastern set to play Ranji Trophy next year; Ganguly invites Sangakkara

Cricket Roundup: North eastern set to play Ranji Trophy next year; Ganguly invites Sangakkara

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

The Committee of Administrators (COA) on Friday assured that all six north eastern states will be playing Ranji Trophy as individual units next season with Board of Control for Cricket in India GM (Game Development), Ratnakar Shetty, given charge of their smooth integration.

CAB fallout: Ranji game suspended; ISL match postponed

CAB fallout: Ranji game suspended; ISL match postponed

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

The effects of anti-CAB protests in the North East have spilled over to the sports field with Assam and Tripura's Ranji matches suspended, while also forcing the Indian Super League match between NorthEast United FC and Chennaiyin FC in Guwahati to be postponed.

'First Congress Candidate To Get Vote From A Thackeray'

'First Congress Candidate To Get Vote From A Thackeray'

Rediff.com9 May 2024

While the responses of the candidates were predictable, depending on which side they belonged to, an interesting point slipped through when Rahul Shewale cited the Dharavi Redevelopment Project as a scheme that would add to Mumbai's importance. No big infrastructural project in Mumbai, he said, could be successful without the Centre's nod.

'Congress' Biggest Mistake Was...'

'Congress' Biggest Mistake Was...'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'...to think apna time aa gaya after the 2024 election.'

What Stocks Does Rahul Gandhi Invest In?

What Stocks Does Rahul Gandhi Invest In?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Stocks of smallcap and midcap companies, which had caught the fancy of retail investors, also feature in the portfolio of leading politicians in addition to bluechip stocks.

35 killed, 43 hurt as 62-year-old man rams car into crowd in China

35 killed, 43 hurt as 62-year-old man rams car into crowd in China

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

A 62-year-old man rammed his car into a crowd of people exercising at a sports centre in Zhuhai, China, killing 35 and injuring 43. The attacker, identified as Fan, was quickly apprehended and is currently receiving medical treatment after attempting self-harm. Police believe Fan's actions were motivated by his dissatisfaction with the property division outcome of his divorce. The incident occurred on Monday evening but was not reported by Chinese media until Tuesday evening. The event has sparked concerns and prompted authorities to strengthen security measures and investigate the incident.

Gurudas Kamat cremated with full state honours

Gurudas Kamat cremated with full state honours

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

His son Sunil lighted the pyre and a police contingent gave the departed leader a gun salute.

Tough Fight For Mumbai's 'Muslim Leader'

Tough Fight For Mumbai's 'Muslim Leader'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'In this assembly election, Muslims here will vote for one who works, but also one who safeguards their identity.' 'Their existence is more important they feel, than a faulty light meter. So yes, a Muslim representative will make a difference.'

Multi-Cornered Contest In 45% Seats

Multi-Cornered Contest In 45% Seats

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Close to half of the total 543 Lok Sabha seats are bracing for multi-cornered fight this time, making the contest way more interesting and intense than it was in the 2019 elections.

Meghalaya CM meets Himanta ahead of counting

Meghalaya CM meets Himanta ahead of counting

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Sarma, who heads the Bharatiya Janata Party-led North East Development Alliance (NEDA), met Sangma at a hotel in Guwahati on Tuesday night, they said.

WATCH: Why Meghalaya is called Scotland of the East

WATCH: Why Meghalaya is called Scotland of the East

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Vlogger Gaurav Taneja shares some of his most interesting discoveries and learnings from his recent trip to Meghalaya.

Ferrando joins ATK Mohun Bagan

Ferrando joins ATK Mohun Bagan

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

Tandon said that Ferrando left no room for discussion.

Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

2024 Polls: Will BJP Triumph In Bengal?

2024 Polls: Will BJP Triumph In Bengal?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

Sukanta Majumdar, the state BJP president, said, "Amit Shah has set a target of 35 seats. We will achieve that".

UK's 'The Hundred' cricket tournament seeks Indian investors

UK's 'The Hundred' cricket tournament seeks Indian investors

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The report said that the expansion to 10 teams would happen in the next five years and "the likeliest locations are the south-west, in Bristol and Taunton, and the north-east, at Durham".

Beware! China, Pakistan's Bangladesh Games

Beware! China, Pakistan's Bangladesh Games

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Bangladesh is in turmoil, which is not good news for India, which shares a porous 4000 km border with it. There is a danger of fundamentalism growing there, and India has to move in to reset its ties with the new dispensation before China and Pakistan make capital out of it, alerts Ramesh Menon.

6 dead as earthquake jolts Nepal, tremors felt across north India

6 dead as earthquake jolts Nepal, tremors felt across north India

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Th epicentre of the 6.3-magnitude earthquake, which struck at 1.57 am, was in Nepal, about 90 km east-southeast of Pithoragarh

Why West Opposes Strong Leader Like Modi

Why West Opposes Strong Leader Like Modi

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

'The West has always opposed a strong nationalist leader in India and Narendra Modi is no exception.' 'The West prefers weak leaders who are amenable to Western pressure and Mr Modi's independent stance is not to the liking of the West,' asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Heatwave singes North India, monsoon to be delayed: IMD

Heatwave singes North India, monsoon to be delayed: IMD

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

The southwest monsoon over the country is likely to be normal in July, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday in its forecast for the month.

Will rebels upset Mahayuti, MVA poll plans in Maha?

Will rebels upset Mahayuti, MVA poll plans in Maha?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Among the BJP rebels, a notable figure is Gopal Shetty, a two-time MLA and former Lok Sabha member from Mumbai. He has filed his nomination as an independent candidate against the party's official nominee, Sanjay Upadhyay, in Mumbai's Borivali assembly constituency.

India's longest rail-cum-road bridge to be ready by 2017

India's longest rail-cum-road bridge to be ready by 2017

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

After several delays, it will be completed by Jan 2017.

New govts to take oath in Meghalaya, Nagaland today

New govts to take oath in Meghalaya, Nagaland today

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

A coalition government, led by National People's Party leader and outgoing chief minister Conrad Sangma, will be sworn-in on Tuesday morning in Meghalaya, while an all-party government, led by Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDDP's) Neiphiu Rio will take oath later in the day in Nagaland.

Now, get ready to shell out more for potatoes

Now, get ready to shell out more for potatoes

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

Large stocks were ruined in transit due to thunderstorm and rainfalls in the north and the north-east states, resulting in fewer kilos of potatoes at mandis.

'Should we welcome Chinese premier at G20?'

'Should we welcome Chinese premier at G20?'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

'The real issue between India and China is that the Chinese have transgressed along the Line of Actual Control at multiple points.'

Phase VI: 58 LS seats, including all 7 in Delhi, to vote on Saturday

Phase VI: 58 LS seats, including all 7 in Delhi, to vote on Saturday

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Besides the national capital, polling for the sixth round of the marathon seven-phase elections will be held Saturday in 14 seats in Uttar Pradesh, all 10 seats of Haryana, eight seats each in Bihar and West Bengal, six seats in Odisha, four seats in Jharkhand and one seat in Jammu and Kashmir.

India joins the world in expressing concern over North Korea's H-bomb test

India joins the world in expressing concern over North Korea's H-bomb test

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Meanwhile, the test drew strong criticism from North Korea's neighbours and the West which warned of a robust response to its "grave provocations".

'Identity politics responsible for Manipur situation'

'Identity politics responsible for Manipur situation'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

'The State uses identity politics as part of divide and rule; the militant groups too use identity politics and civil society groups are also divided along ethnic groups.'

Navy to keep tab on pirates in Djibouti, Gulf of Aden, Somalian coast: Govt

Navy to keep tab on pirates in Djibouti, Gulf of Aden, Somalian coast: Govt

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt said in Lok Sabha the Navy deployed its units in the Gulf of Aden and East coast of Africa towards anti-piracy patrols since 2008 and a total of 3,440 ships and over 25,000 seafarers have been "safely escorted".

Bengal, Odisha on alert as cyclone likely to hit east coast on Oct 25

Bengal, Odisha on alert as cyclone likely to hit east coast on Oct 25

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Odisha is bracing for heavy rainfall early next week under the impact of a possible cyclone in the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to skirt the state and move towards West Bengal and Bangladesh, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday.

'Israel Will Engineer A Broader War'

'Israel Will Engineer A Broader War'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Israel is counting on the United States to enter the fray on their behalf and perform destructive strikes against these targets that are beyond Israel's conventional capabilities.' 'They may well get their way if they start a war, because the United States is still committed to Israel's security, and it won't matter whether it is Trump or Harris in the White House.'

Modi leaves for India after concluding historic state visit to Egypt

Modi leaves for India after concluding historic state visit to Egypt

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

Modi, who arrived in Cairo on Saturday after concluding a high-profile state visit to the US at the invitation of President Joe Biden, was received at the airport by Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly.

Militants' threats: Manipur newspapers to shut

Militants' threats: Manipur newspapers to shut

Rediff.com12 Oct 2007

Stung by threats from militants, who often shows sets terms to the media in Manipur, the press fraternity in the North East state has decided to stop publishing newspapers for the third time in the last three months.

India's polls under Chinese threat? Microsoft warns of AI misuse by Beijing

India's polls under Chinese threat? Microsoft warns of AI misuse by Beijing

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

China is likely to deploy Artificial Intelligence-generated content via social media to sway public opinion to boost its geopolitical interests during elections in countries like India, South Korea and the US, tech giant Microsoft has warned.

BJP all set to go into 2024 battle with Nadda as president

BJP all set to go into 2024 battle with Nadda as president

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Party sources said the BJP national executive will also deliberate over the strategy for the upcoming state assembly polls and review the ongoing organisational exercise.