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Opposition forces repeated Parliament adjournments over NEET issue

Opposition forces repeated Parliament adjournments over NEET issue

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The opposition caused repeated disruptions in Parliament Friday over the NEET paper leak issue, with both Houses being adjourned for the day without transacting much business apart from the Rajya Sabha taking up the Motion of Thanks for the President's address amid protests including by the Biju Janata Dal, which almost always supported the BJP in the previous Lok Sabha.

2 held for 'leaking' CBSE's maths paper

2 held for 'leaking' CBSE's maths paper

Rediff.com14 Mar 2005

Initially, it was suspected that the question papers were genuine. But CBSE officials, on inspection, found that the papers were fake.

Free ration, healthcare: What BJP's manifesto promises

Free ration, healthcare: What BJP's manifesto promises

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Here are the key highlights of the BJP's 'Sankalp Patra' for the 2024 parliamentary polls.

He Delivered Milk When He Was 6. At 29 He's A Magistrate!

He Delivered Milk When He Was 6. At 29 He's A Magistrate!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'Studying was never an important part of our life, surviving was.'

'Ministers lost because of their arrogance'

'Ministers lost because of their arrogance'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'Once elected, you have to act like people's representative for the full five years or else people show you your place.'

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Here's a look at the biggest disappointments of IPL 2025 -- the players who've cost crores but delivered crumbs.

Will Gehlot-Sachin rift spoil Cong's prospects of retaining Rajasthan?

Will Gehlot-Sachin rift spoil Cong's prospects of retaining Rajasthan?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Infighting between Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot has been out in the open throughout the Congress term.

First-time CM Sharma to face challenges over BJP's poor show in Rajasthan

First-time CM Sharma to face challenges over BJP's poor show in Rajasthan

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

If Meena resigns, it is likely to put pressure on other ministers whose areas also saw poor performance in the general elections.

BJP won't stop any Gehlot scheme: Modi in Rajasthan

BJP won't stop any Gehlot scheme: Modi in Rajasthan

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has already 'accepted defeat' by requesting him not to stop schemes initiated by the Congress in Rajasthan, and gave a guarantee that the Bharatiya Janata Party will not stop any scheme but only try to improve it.

Huge mirrors in the sky to tackle climate change?

Huge mirrors in the sky to tackle climate change?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2011

Other measures being considered for 'geo-engineering' the Earth's climate include producing lighter coloured crops and using iron filings in the world's oceans, The Guardian reported, citing leaked papers from the UN science body.

My arrest a pre-planned conspiracy by PMO, charges Mevani

My arrest a pre-planned conspiracy by PMO, charges Mevani

Rediff.com2 May 2022

Gujarat legislator Jignesh Mevani on Monday alleged that his arrest by the Assam police is a pre-planned conspiracy "designed" by the Prime Minister's Office to destroy him ahead of assembly elections in the state and termed it an act of "56-inch cowardice".

Why Do They Use Dunki Route To Leave India?

Why Do They Use Dunki Route To Leave India?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

How have aspirations, ambitions and hopes broken down for these young men from the most advanced parts of India? asks Mihir S Sharma.

Why The Speaker's Job Is Important

Why The Speaker's Job Is Important

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The Speaker is the final authority to take a call on cases of defection. Although this may not be an immediate concern now, but its occurrence in the future cannot be ruled out considering the volatile nature of politics, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Modi has 'hurt' self respect of Rajasthan: Gehlot

Modi has 'hurt' self respect of Rajasthan: Gehlot

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

While condemning the incident of Manipur where two women were paraded naked and molested, Modi on Thursday made a reference to states like Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh in context of law and order.

Unemployment: Disease Lies In Education

Unemployment: Disease Lies In Education

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

In tackling India's unemployment problem, look beyond the finance minister and focus on the education minister, points out Gurbachan Singh.

Panama papers: Pakistan SC verdict on Nawaz Sharif on Friday

Panama papers: Pakistan SC verdict on Nawaz Sharif on Friday

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

The decision is keenly awaited as it would determine the course of Pakistan's polity and with it Sharif's. An adverse decision may result in Sharif's disqualification, or even snap elections.

Akhilesh Sniffs Smell Of Success In Kannauj

Akhilesh Sniffs Smell Of Success In Kannauj

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Akhilesh Yadav replaced his nephew Tej Pratap Yadav and decided to contest the Kannauj seat himself.

Nawaz Sharif in a spot of bother back home

Nawaz Sharif in a spot of bother back home

Rediff.com1 Oct 2016

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf's petition seeking Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's disqualification in connection with the 'Panama Papers' leaks has been sent to the Election Commission, the National Assembly Speaker said on Saturday.

Follow Sharif and quit: Rahul to Chhattisgarh CM on Panama Papers

Follow Sharif and quit: Rahul to Chhattisgarh CM on Panama Papers

Rediff.com29 Jul 2017

Rahul Gandhi also attacks Modi and RSS in Bastar.

Delhi riots accused objects to recusal by judge hearing his plea on media leak

Delhi riots accused objects to recusal by judge hearing his plea on media leak

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Emphasising that the plea has been heard substantially, Aggarwal said the application "calls for strictest handling" as it has been filed with an "ulterior motive".

'If the system is flawed, what is the fault of the students'

'If the system is flawed, what is the fault of the students'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

Scuttled holiday plans, clashes with entrance dates, another round of tuitions and above all the 'phobia' of facing the examination day yet again -- sum up the dilemma being faced by class 10 and 12 students of Central Board of Secondary Education across the country.

Vinesh Phogat to contest Haryana polls? Cong leader says...

Vinesh Phogat to contest Haryana polls? Cong leader says...

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Congress leader Kumari Selja ruled out the possibility of an alliance with the AAP for the Haryana assembly polls.

Cong leaders put up hoardings slamming Sachin Pilot in Jodhpur

Cong leaders put up hoardings slamming Sachin Pilot in Jodhpur

Rediff.com19 May 2023

The hoardings have photos of Pilot and Bharatiya Janata Party MP from Jodhpur and Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and a line 'Why are you silent on Sanjivani scam Pilot ji? People want an answer'.

Haryana: Can Congress Repeat Lok Sabha Success In Assembly Polls?

Haryana: Can Congress Repeat Lok Sabha Success In Assembly Polls?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

'Arithmetic could decide the Haryana election given the presence of multi-cornered contests.'

Do the right thing, return papers: US to WikiLeaks

Do the right thing, return papers: US to WikiLeaks

Rediff.com6 Aug 2010

The United States has demanded that the whistle-blower website Wikileaks hand over all classified US military documents it has not yet published and remove existing material posted online, indicate emerging reports.

BJP manifesto promises to 'maintain peace in Northeast'

BJP manifesto promises to 'maintain peace in Northeast'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

In its election manifesto -- 'Sankalp Patra' -- the Bharatiya Janata Party has vowed to implement the Union Civil Code (UCC), maintain peace in the Northeast, among other key poll promises.

ED raids Rajasthan Cong chief; summons Gehlot's son

ED raids Rajasthan Cong chief; summons Gehlot's son

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

The agency has also summoned Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot's son Vaibhav Gehlot for questioning in a case related to alleged contravention of the foreign exchange law, official sources said on Thursday.

Explained: How National Testing Agency functions

Explained: How National Testing Agency functions

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Here is an explainer on the functioning of the seven-year-old body.

British intel report says Covid may have leaked from Chinese lab

British intel report says Covid may have leaked from Chinese lab

Rediff.com31 May 2021

British intelligence agencies now believe it is 'feasible' that the COVID-19 pandemic began with a coronavirus leak from a Chinese bio laboratory, a media report said here on Sunday, prompting Vaccines Minister Nadhim Zahawi to demand that the World Health Organisation (WHO) must fully investigate the origins of the deadly virus.

Modi has lowered dignity of public discourse, PM's office, says Dr Singh

Modi has lowered dignity of public discourse, PM's office, says Dr Singh

Rediff.com30 May 2024

In a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former prime minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday accused him of lowering the dignity of public discourse and the gravity of the office of the PM by giving "hateful speeches" during the poll campaign.

Apna Dal-K quits INDIA, launches joint front with Owaisi's AIMIM

Apna Dal-K quits INDIA, launches joint front with Owaisi's AIMIM

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

Apna Dal-K leader Pallavi Patel made it clear that the party was no longer an ally of the SP which is a member of the INDIA bloc.

'Why Not Bundelkhand In Modi's Third Term?'

'Why Not Bundelkhand In Modi's Third Term?'

Rediff.com19 May 2024

'The Congress in the past backed the demand, but will not support it now since the SP opposes any division of UP.'

'Why Has Modi Made 13 Visits To Rajasthan?'

'Why Has Modi Made 13 Visits To Rajasthan?'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

'These frequent visits show the BJP fears that the Congress will retain power.'

Gas leak from Vizag chemical plant kills 11, affects 1,000

Gas leak from Vizag chemical plant kills 11, affects 1,000

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy announced an ex gratia payment of Rs 1 crore each to the kin of those killed in the incident.

Nawaz Sharif set to return to Pak today after 4-yr exile

Nawaz Sharif set to return to Pak today after 4-yr exile

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif is set to arrive in Islamabad on Saturday after a four-year self-imposed exile in the United Kingdom, months ahead of general elections.

Should BJP Be Worried About Congress-SP Alliance?

Should BJP Be Worried About Congress-SP Alliance?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

In the past five years, UP's Opposition remained passive and defensive against the BJP, a trend that does not augur well for the impending battle.

Even if I win all 80 seats in UP...: Akhilesh on EVM

Even if I win all 80 seats in UP...: Akhilesh on EVM

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

He also said that the BJP's defeat in Faizabad seat of Ayodhya, where the Ram temple has been built, shows the wisdom of voters.

Panama Papers: New data shows about 2,000 Indian links

Panama Papers: New data shows about 2,000 Indian links

Rediff.com10 May 2016

A random check of the database for India displays about 22 offshore entities, 1,046 officers or individual links, 42 intermediaries and as many as 828 addresses within the country ranging from the tony and posh locations of metropolitan cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai to mofussil locations like that in Haryana's Sirsa, Bihar's Muzaffarpur and Madhya Pradesh's Mandasaur and state capital Bhopal.

WikiLeaks founder Assange has heart, lung problem

WikiLeaks founder Assange has heart, lung problem

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has developed a life threatening heart defect and a chronic lung condition during his years confined to the Ecuadorian embassy in southwest London, according to a report.

BJP States Go All Out With Populist Schemes

BJP States Go All Out With Populist Schemes

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Several BJP-backed state governments have unveiled schemes targeting the poor, women, farmers and students, following the party's setback in the Lok Sabha polls.