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India, China hold border talks, first after Doklam

India, China hold border talks, first after Doklam

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

The external affairs ministry said the talks were 'positive'.

Centre to restructure SAI cadre, says Sports Minister

Centre to restructure SAI cadre, says Sports Minister

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Union Sports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has asked the Secretary, Sports, who is holding concurrent charge as Director General of the Sports Authority of India (SAI), to expedite the restructuring of its cadre to create at least nine more regional centres in the country and to effectively manage these centres, especially in the north eastern region and bigger states like Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh.

China opposes Jap investment plan in 'disputed areas'

China opposes Jap investment plan in 'disputed areas'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

China also said that it was opposed to any third-party involvement in the resolution of the Sino-India boundary disputes.

Why Bhaichung Bhutia opposes Citizenship Amendment Bill

Why Bhaichung Bhutia opposes Citizenship Amendment Bill

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

'The NRC had an effect on Assam and I think to cover up or make up for that, CAB has been brought in.'

BJP readies for 2019, eyes 115 seats in 6 states

BJP readies for 2019, eyes 115 seats in 6 states

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

The seats identified are from Odisha, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and the Northeast.

Why our cities get submerged in the monsoon

Why our cities get submerged in the monsoon

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'Urbanisation results in heavy rainfall events.'

Navy, IAF join operation to rescue trapped Meghalaya miners

Navy, IAF join operation to rescue trapped Meghalaya miners

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

Pump manufacturing company Kirloskar Brothers Ltd and Coal India on Friday are jointly moving 18 high-powered pumps to the mine, officials said.

Lodha reforms: SC may reconsider one-state, one-vote policy

Lodha reforms: SC may reconsider one-state, one-vote policy

Rediff.com1 May 2018

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the state cricket associations and the Board of Control for Cricket in India office-bearers to give their suggestions on the draft constitution for the apex cricket body, to be approved by it.

How BJP is winning battle of alliances

How BJP is winning battle of alliances

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

The ruling party seems in far better shape than the Congress, which is yet to finalise seat-sharing agreements in several states.

PHOTOS: 12th South Asian Games open with a colourful ceremony

PHOTOS: 12th South Asian Games open with a colourful ceremony

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

The rich and diverse culture of India's North East was on display in all its splendor as curtains went up on the 12th South Asian Games in a colorful opening ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a host of other dignitaries in attendance.

NDA partners hail Modi, vow to win 2019 polls under him

NDA partners hail Modi, vow to win 2019 polls under him

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

Leaders of 33 NDA constituents also adopted a resolution endorsing Modi's leadership and his government's policies, while resolving to strengthen the alliance by expanding its base.

SC allows Centre to withdraw forces from trouble-hit Darjeeling

SC allows Centre to withdraw forces from trouble-hit Darjeeling

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Observing that law and order was a "state subject", a bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra stayed the Calcutta high court order restraining the Centre from relocating the paramilitary forces from the state's strife-torn districts and asked the state government to respond to the Centre's appeal within a week.

Passport Seva Kendras to be more accessible

Passport Seva Kendras to be more accessible

Rediff.com22 Oct 2017

The government plans to expand the programme of using head post offices as PSKs.

Ajit Doval meets Chinese foreign minister for border talks

Ajit Doval meets Chinese foreign minister for border talks

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

This was the first round of talks for Wang after he succeeded State Councillor Yang Jiechi earlier this year.

7 states where Congress MLAs quit to help BJP

7 states where Congress MLAs quit to help BJP

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

Syed Firdaus Ashraf lists seven states where the Grand Old Party suffered a severe setback.

Can India fight China and Pakistan simultaneously?

Can India fight China and Pakistan simultaneously?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

'Given the present force levels, India cannot fight and win.' 'India can't hope to terminate the conflict on India's terms and impose the nation's will upon the adversaries,' says Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

Modi serving 'dhokla' to Xi when incursions continue: Congress

Modi serving 'dhokla' to Xi when incursions continue: Congress

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is serving 'dhokla' to Chinese President Xi Jinping when incursions from that country continue, Congress leaders said on Thursday taking a dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party and Modi.

Minority report: Is the number of Hindus reducing?

Minority report: Is the number of Hindus reducing?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

Eight states and Union Territories have Muslim share of population in excess of national average of 13 per cent. Mayank Mishra report

China opposed to third-party involvement in resolving border disputes

China opposed to third-party involvement in resolving border disputes

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying, while reacting to Japan's plans to step up investments in the northeastern states, told the media that China is opposed to any foreign investment in the areas where it has disputes with India.

Coal India to spend Rs 235 crore on toilets

Coal India to spend Rs 235 crore on toilets

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

The company will engage various NGOs for the construction of toilets as well as undertake awareness campaigns for better sanitation, it said adding that a total of around 100,000 households would be benefited by the sanitation initiative.

Bihar storm kills 42, seriously injures over 80 persons

Bihar storm kills 42, seriously injures over 80 persons

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

At least 42 persons were killed and over 80 seriously injured when a tropical storm ravaged 12 districts of Bihar on Tuesday night, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said on Wednesday.

Meet the Love Commandos

Meet the Love Commandos

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

Despite dire threats to life and property, they have brought together over 50,000 lovers under one roof across India.

GST threshold fixed at Rs 20 lakh, rate to be decided in Oct

GST threshold fixed at Rs 20 lakh, rate to be decided in Oct

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

States will have exclusive control over all dealers up to a revenue threshold of Rs 1.5 crore in a year

SFIO given time till Dec to complete Saradha scam probe

SFIO given time till Dec to complete Saradha scam probe

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

A special task force of the SFIO recently submitted an interim report to the Corporate Affairs Ministry in this regard.

Govt eyes N-technology to end vegetable shortage

Govt eyes N-technology to end vegetable shortage

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

To curb rising food prices, the Union government is contemplating using large-scale nuclear irradiation technologyfor increasing the shelf life of fruit and vegetables, particularly that of onions and potatoes.

Can't withdraw AFSPA from Kashmir now: Govt

Can't withdraw AFSPA from Kashmir now: Govt

Rediff.com23 Jul 2014

The government on Wednesday said that time was "not appropriate" for withdrawal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act from Jammu and Kashmir.

Should there be a calamity levy?

Should there be a calamity levy?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Experts have flagged issues regarding the levying of new cess/tax, especially those related to complications in administering the cess.

Govt rules out changes in AFSPA in Jammu and Kashmir

Govt rules out changes in AFSPA in Jammu and Kashmir

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

The Narendra Modi government is understood to have ruled out changes in the controversial Armed Forces Special Powers Act in Jammu and Kashmir and favoured its continuation in the present form in the state.

Germany beat US, but both go through

Germany beat US, but both go through

Rediff.com26 Jun 2014

A 55th minute Thomas Mueller goal gave Germany a 1-0 victory over the United States on Thursday but the result allowed both teams to progress to the second round of the World Cup. Germany topped Group G and will face the runner-up in Group H, while the United States finished second and will face Group H's winner.

'You can't take the BJP at face value'

'You can't take the BJP at face value'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

'There are 17 million Hindus in Bangladesh and we, in the north east, see this Citizenship (Amendment) Bill as a route for them to enter India on the plea that they are facing persecution in Bangladesh.'

Cong steps up attack on V K Singh, says PM should censure him

Cong steps up attack on V K Singh, says PM should censure him

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

The Congress on Wednesday stepped up attack on Union minister V K Singh, saying his remarks against the army chief-designate were unbecoming of a minister and a former general of the armed forces and demanded that the prime minister "censure" him.

Bitter truth of India's sugar industry

Bitter truth of India's sugar industry

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Poor rain threatens recovery in production this season, sugar prices at three-month high

Luxury cars begin Northeastern road trip

Luxury cars begin Northeastern road trip

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Audi and Mercedes-Benz have already opened dealerships in Guwahati -- a gateway to all the north-eastern states -- and BMW intends to join them soon. Ajay Modi reports.

Best states to invest in India, Gujarat tops

Best states to invest in India, Gujarat tops

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand will have to do a significant amount of catching up.

6 new airlines in India skies in 2015

6 new airlines in India skies in 2015

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

The government was also working on a package to promote connectivity and airports in the North Eastern states

Dangerous skies: 6 big crashes in a year!

Dangerous skies: 6 big crashes in a year!

Rediff.com28 Dec 2014

Rediff.com takes a look at the major aviation disasters of the year.

Impeachment: The Pawar Factor

Impeachment: The Pawar Factor

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

Some lawyers in the Congress argued against upsetting the judiciary. It was a tongue lashing from Sharad Pawar that spurred the Congress and other parties to go ahead with their move.

The MAGIC and MADNESS of Movies

The MAGIC and MADNESS of Movies

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Sukanya Verma lists the movies she grabbed at MAMI this year.

Nido's death: Kejriwal demands action against guilty

Nido's death: Kejriwal demands action against guilty

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday demanded action against those responsible for the unfortunate death of an Arunachal Pradesh student and announced steps to stop racial discrimination against North Eastern people.

Rahul to contest from Wayanad along with Amethi

Rahul to contest from Wayanad along with Amethi

Rediff.com31 Mar 2019

The Congress chief will also be contesting from Amethi in Uttar Pradesh.