News for 'peace appeal'

Ex-militants ask Meiteis to leave Mizoram for safety after Manipur horror

Ex-militants ask Meiteis to leave Mizoram for safety after Manipur horror

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

It said there is anger among Mizo youths, who are deeply anguished over the "barbaric and atrocious act of Meiteis" against Zo or Kuki ethnic people in Manipur.

Thousands join 'peace rally' against CAA in B'luru

Thousands join 'peace rally' against CAA in B'luru

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Waving the national flag and holding placards, the protestors raised slogans demanding withdrawal of the NRC and CAA as they marched through city roads.

Religious leaders meet NSA, bat for peace post Ayodhya verdict

Religious leaders meet NSA, bat for peace post Ayodhya verdict

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

The participants lauded the government and the people for ensuring harmony after the apex court verdict on Saturday.

US court disqualifies Donald Trump from 2024 US presidency

US court disqualifies Donald Trump from 2024 US presidency

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Colorado election officials have said the matter needs to be settled by January 5, which is the statutory deadline to set the list of candidates for the GOP primary scheduled for March 5.

Situation peaceful in riot-hit Delhi

Situation peaceful in riot-hit Delhi

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

Security personnel have been conducting flag marches and holding regular consultations with locals to assuage their fears. They are also urging residents to not pay attention to rumours on social media and report them to the police.

3 more killed in Manipur, Kuki groups lift blockade

3 more killed in Manipur, Kuki groups lift blockade

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

The incident took place in Khoijumantabi village late on Saturday night when the 'village volunteers' were guarding the area in a makeshift bunker, a police officer said.

Social media fuelled Nuh violence, panel to scan posts: Haryana HM

Social media fuelled Nuh violence, panel to scan posts: Haryana HM

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

The minister appealed to the people to use social media responsibly and refrain from sharing inflammatory content.

Prohibitory orders in Uttarakhand town ahead of Hindu mahapanchayat

Prohibitory orders in Uttarakhand town ahead of Hindu mahapanchayat

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Communal tension has been brewing in Purola and some other towns of Uttarkashi district after two men, one of them Muslim, allegedly tried to abduct a Hindu girl on May 26.

US vetoes UN resolution on immediate Gaza ceasefire; UK abstains from voting

US vetoes UN resolution on immediate Gaza ceasefire; UK abstains from voting

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

The 15-nation Council met on Friday to vote on the resolution tabled by the United Arab Emirates and backed by over 90 member states. The resolution got the backing of 13 Council members who voted in its favour while the United Kingdom abstained.

Immobilised Mamata calls for peace as TMC-BJP clash

"Immobilised" Mamata calls for peace as TMC-BJP clash

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

"I appeal to everyone to maintain peace. I hope to be back on the field in the next few days," Banerjee said.

Agri min appeals to farmer unions to call off tractor rally

Agri min appeals to farmer unions to call off tractor rally

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

The crucial tenth round of meeting with 41 farm unions is scheduled for Tuesday. The talks have failed to yield any concrete results as the agitating unions have stuck to their main demand for repealing the agri laws and the government has ruled out any such step.

Farmers reject govt's MSP offer, to march to Delhi on Feb 21

Farmers reject govt's MSP offer, to march to Delhi on Feb 21

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Farmers leaders taking part in the 'Delhi Chalo' agitation on Monday rejected the Centre's proposal of procuring pulses, maize and cotton at MSP by government agencies for five years, saying it was not in farmers' interest and announced that they will march towards the national capital on Wednesday.

Farmer leaders issue directions to ensure peaceful tractor rally

Farmer leaders issue directions to ensure peaceful tractor rally

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

Farmer leaders on Sunday appealed to those participating in the Republic Day tractor march to carry enough ration for 24 hours and ensure that the rally remains peaceful.

Gyanvapi videography survey held peacefully, to resume on Sunday

Gyanvapi videography survey held peacefully, to resume on Sunday

Rediff.com14 May 2022

'The survey work went on in a peaceful manner and, there has been no objection from anyone.'

'Will take him at his words': US on Modi's latest appeal to Putin

'Will take him at his words': US on Modi's latest appeal to Putin

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

"We would take PM Modi at his words and welcome those comments when they took place. Other countries will make their own decision on engagement with Russia. We continue to coordinate with allies to mitigate impacts of war," said State Department's Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel during a press conference on Thursday.

'Matter of time before China starts creating problems'

'Matter of time before China starts creating problems'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'Manipur is critical to India's Look East policy.' 'It's a strategic state. In the Second World War, the Japanese entered Manipur through Burma.' 'China can use the same direction to approach India.'

Shops targeted in clash-hit Thane; 2 held for attack on Ram temple procession

Shops targeted in clash-hit Thane; 2 held for attack on Ram temple procession

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

This act of aggression comes in the wake of heightened tensions in the area, where celebratory processions and commercial establishments have been the target of violence.

Muslim outfit concerned over govt's active participation in Ram temple events

Muslim outfit concerned over govt's active participation in Ram temple events

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

On the upcoming Ram Temple events, Jamiat said that in light of the recent events linked to the Ram temple in Ayodhya, it deems necessary to draw the attention of the government and law enforcement agencies to concerns about the breach of peace and attempts to "harass and intimidate the minority community."

Karnataka: Over 40 held for stone pelting during Eid procession

Karnataka: Over 40 held for stone pelting during Eid procession

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said more than 40 miscreants have been arrested in connection with the stone-pelting incident in Shivamogga and cases booked against them.

Don't take law in your hands, maintain peace: Delhi cops to farmers

Don't take law in your hands, maintain peace: Delhi cops to farmers

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

The police also asked the farmers to head back to their pre-decided routes for the tractor rally parade.

'Farmers' Protest Has Woken Up Everyone'

'Farmers' Protest Has Woken Up Everyone'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

'Fifteen days ago, we were only talking of Ayodhya. Now we are talking about farmers.'

Maratha quota stir turns violent, many policemen hurt

Maratha quota stir turns violent, many policemen hurt

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

A protest for Maratha reservation in Jalna district of central Maharashtra turned violent on Friday, leading to dozens of persons including police personnel getting injured, officials said.

Haryana farmers heading towards Punjab tear-gassed, clash with cops

Haryana farmers heading towards Punjab tear-gassed, clash with cops

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Police on Friday used tear gas to disperse Haryana farmers heading towards Khanauri on Punjab's border with the state where farmers, mostly from Punjab, have been camping since last week after their 'Delhi Chalo' march was halted by security forces.

Poll code first imposed in Kerala in1960, here is its history

Poll code first imposed in Kerala in1960, here is its history

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

According to the Election Commission of India, the code has evolved over the last 60 years to assume its present form.

We Won't See The Likes Of Him Again

We Won't See The Likes Of Him Again

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

His legacy will endure through the countless lives he touched, the legal precedents he set, and the principles he upheld.

War in Ukraine worrisome, hope for peace: Modi tells Biden in virtual meet

War in Ukraine worrisome, hope for peace: Modi tells Biden in virtual meet

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

The virtual meeting comes in the midst of some disquiet in Washington over India's position on the Ukraine crisis as well as its decision to procure discounted Russian oil.

Manipur violence: 10 Oppn parties question Modi's silence

Manipur violence: 10 Oppn parties question Modi's silence

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

'The prime minister has not yet expressed anything regarding Manipur. Is Manipur a part of India or not? If it is, why hasn't the Prime Minister of India spoken about it'

Muslim community leaders accept Ayodhya verdict, call for peace

Muslim community leaders accept Ayodhya verdict, call for peace

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

Religious scholar Hazrat Moin Miyan said though the option of filing a review petition is open, they are accepting the verdict for the betterment of the society.

President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on BJP veteran LK Advani

President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on BJP veteran LK Advani

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The ceremony was attended by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah and the family members of Advani, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a post on X.

Babri verdict: Muslim leaders appeal for calm

Babri verdict: Muslim leaders appeal for calm

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

The senior-most Muslim leaders of the country have appealed to all citizens to maintain peace and calm after the verdict on the Babri Masjid title suit is pronounced on September 24.

Don't encroach upon properties of violence victims, Manipur govt tells people

Don't encroach upon properties of violence victims, Manipur govt tells people

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

The state government order came amid reports that properties belonging to members of one of the warring communities are being burnt or razed to the ground by the other in various places.

Farmer killed, 12 cops hurt as stir turns violent; Delhi march put on hold

Farmer killed, 12 cops hurt as stir turns violent; Delhi march put on hold

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

A 21-year-old farmer was killed and a few others injured following a clash between security personnel and protesting farmers at Khanauri on the Punjab-Haryana border.

After over 7 months of ethnic strife, Manipur returning to normalcy

After over 7 months of ethnic strife, Manipur returning to normalcy

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Over seven months of violence severely hit businesses, schools, colleges and other institutions, besides disrupting transportation and communication networks. It also affected the agrarian sector, considered the mainstay of the state economy.

Villagers hand over 5 accused of Nuh violence to police

Villagers hand over 5 accused of Nuh violence to police

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Five accused wanted in connection with the July 31 communal violence were "handed over" to the police by residents of Singar village following repeated appeals by the police and administration, an official said on Monday.

Regions with real 'vikas' are beyond BJP's reach: Tharoor

Regions with real 'vikas' are beyond BJP's reach: Tharoor

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Asked about the BJP's claim that its performance in southern states will be exemplary, Tharoor said, "The claim of an 'exemplary' performance is yet another product of the BJP's propaganda mill."

Haryana will take action against those behind Nuh violence: Union minister

Haryana will take action against those behind Nuh violence: Union minister

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party's Gurgaon MP also met the family members of one of the home guards killed in the violence and paid tributes to him.

Mirwaiz released, calls for dialogue, reconciliation in J-K

Mirwaiz released, calls for dialogue, reconciliation in J-K

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

In his first public appearance following his release from four-year house arrest on Friday, Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq reiterated the stand of his separatist amalgam that the issue of Jammu and Kashmir has to be resolved through dialogue and peaceful means.

Manipur CM to 'punish' security personnel who...

Manipur CM to 'punish' security personnel who...

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh Saturday iterated that security personnel involved in the 'excessive use of force' against students during a crackdown on a protest rally in Imphal in connection with the alleged killing of two students will be punished.

Manipur: Amit Shah assures safe return to those displaced

Manipur: Amit Shah assures safe return to those displaced

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a review meeting in Moreh town of Manipur on Wednesday to take stock of the security situation in the northeastern state which has been witnessing sporadic violence for nearly a month.

ASK ANU: 'Relationship is damaging my inner peace'

ASK ANU: 'Relationship is damaging my inner peace'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

In her weekly column, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.