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Kuki group says Shah assured security, new burial site

Kuki group says Shah assured security, new burial site

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

In a statement, the ITLF said in view of a request of the home minister, the group will finalise an alternative location, in consultation with the people, for burial of bodies of ethnic violence victims belonging to the Kuki-Zo community which are lying in Imphal.

Mobile internet suspended in Nuh amid call for 'Shobha Yatra'

Mobile internet suspended in Nuh amid call for 'Shobha Yatra'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

The government announced the decision apprehending spread of rumours through social media by anti-social elements ahead or during the rally called to be held on Monday.

India, China discuss LAC affairs in Beijing, no breakthrough yet

India, China discuss LAC affairs in Beijing, no breakthrough yet

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

The Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) was established in 2012 as an institutional mechanism for consultation and coordination for the maintenance of peace and tranquillity in the border areas.

Congress corporators oppose Shivaji statue in Mangaluru

Congress corporators oppose Shivaji statue in Mangaluru

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Congress members in the Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) council have raised objections against the proposal to install a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji in the city.

Missing ULFA peace negotiator: SC asks Centre to respond within 2 weeks

Missing ULFA peace negotiator: SC asks Centre to respond within 2 weeks

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

The counsel appearing for Assam told the bench that they would place certain 'confidential documents' in the matter before the court for its perusal.

At concluding G20 session, Modi calls for UNSC reform

At concluding G20 session, Modi calls for UNSC reform

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday made a fresh push for reforms in global institutions, including the United Nations, asserting that the world's 'new realities' should be reflected in 'new global structure' as it is nature's law that those who don't change with times lose their relevance.

Violence can derail peace process: India

Violence can derail peace process: India

Rediff.com3 Oct 2005

Foreign Secretary Shyam Saran firmly ruled out any change in borders.

ULFA discusses charter of demands for peace talks

ULFA discusses charter of demands for peace talks

Rediff.com9 May 2011

The pro-talk United Liberation Front of Asom faction, led by Arabinda Rajkhowa, is deliberating on the charter of demands to be taken up during its peace talks with the Centre.

India cites 'inherent limitations' in resolution, abstains from UGA's Ukraine vote

India cites 'inherent limitations' in resolution, abstains from UGA's Ukraine vote

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

India abstained in the UN General Assembly on Thursday on a resolution that underscored the need to reach "comprehensive, just and lasting peace" in Ukraine, citing the resolution's "inherent limitations" in reaching New Delhi's desired goal of securing lasting peace and ending the conflict which has been raging for one year now.

SC to hear Tamil Nadu's appeal against RSS rally on March 3

SC to hear Tamil Nadu's appeal against RSS rally on March 3

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear on March 3 an appeal of the Tamil Nadu government against the Madras high court order permitting the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to take out a march in the state.

When Pakistan Was Keen On A Kashmir Solution

When Pakistan Was Keen On A Kashmir Solution

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Manmohan Singh and Musharraf felt that what they were embarking upon, if successful, could lead to a future of boundless potential for the two countries and for the relationship that was hard to foresee from the prism of the existing situation and the historical position and orthodox ideas on both sides.

HC orders status quo, Kukis put off mass burial on Amit Shah's request

HC orders status quo, Kukis put off mass burial on Amit Shah's request

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Hours before a planned mass burial of Kuki-Zomi people killed in Manipur's ethnic violence, the state's high court on Thursday ordered that status quo be maintained at the proposed burial site in Churachandpur district, while ITLF, an apex tribal body also said it was postponing burial service plans following requests from the Union home minister.

China Knows India Has Stolen A March

China Knows India Has Stolen A March

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

China has signalled that it will prevent India from assuming leadership of the Global South, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Grameen Bank's proposed split sparks criticism

Grameen Bank's proposed split sparks criticism

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

A Bangladeshi commission has proposed the government takeover or split the Nobel-award-winning Grameen Bank into 19 parts, sparking criticism with several analysts fearing it to be a systematic move to destroy the pioneering micro lending agency.

Pakistan's reply unfortunate: India

Pakistan's reply unfortunate: India

Rediff.com28 Oct 2003

US Quran burning: Religious leaders call for peace

US Quran burning: Religious leaders call for peace

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

Religious leaders cutting across faith lines have joined hands to condemn the threat by Terry Jones, an American Pastor, to burn the Holy Quran on September 11, the anniversary of the 9/11 terror attack on the World Trade Centre, New York. Cardinal Oswald Gracias, Archbishop of Mumbai, initiated the move to bring the religious leaders on the same platform. He dismissed the proposed threat as an act by a fringe group which is merely seeking publicity.

'Yoga free from copyright': Modi leads Yoga event at UN

'Yoga free from copyright': Modi leads Yoga event at UN

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The prime minister, wearing an especially customised white yoga T-shirt and trousers, began his address with a 'Namaste' and thanked people for coming here from far away to attend the celebration.

Huge win for India as G20 adopts New Delhi declaration

Huge win for India as G20 adopts New Delhi declaration

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

"Have just got the good news that due to the hard work of our teams and your cooperation, a consensus has been reached on New Delhi G20 Leaders Summit Declaration," Modi said while addressing the second session of the Summit at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

Pak envoy says peace process currently suspended

Pak envoy says peace process currently suspended

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

When asked if the Indian investigating agency would be allowed to visit Pakistan, Basit said that 'the whole investigation is not about reciprocity in view'.

Meitei MLAs write to Modi to send back Assam Rifles, Kuki MLAs want them to stay

Meitei MLAs write to Modi to send back Assam Rifles, Kuki MLAs want them to stay

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Ten Manipur tribal MLAs Thursday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to withdraw Assam Rifles from security duties in the violence-hit state, saying its personnel have been putting their lives at risks to create buffer zones between the two warring communities.

Amid ban, JNUSU poster announces BBC's Modi documentary screening on Tuesday

Amid ban, JNUSU poster announces BBC's Modi documentary screening on Tuesday

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

The Jawaharlal Nehru University administration, in an advisory on Monday, said the union has not taken its permission for the event and it should be cancelled as it could "disturb peace and harmony".

Three criminal laws: Here's what has changed

Three criminal laws: Here's what has changed

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Following are the key points of the three criminal law bills, that were passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday and seek to replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) and the Evidence Act.

Pak, India agree on majority of Kartarpur proposals

Pak, India agree on majority of Kartarpur proposals

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

A Foreign Office official told PTI that the eight-member Indian delegation arrived in Lahore at 9.15 am (local time).

'Truck drivers don't get a life of dignity in India'

'Truck drivers don't get a life of dignity in India'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

'The government never asked any transport association before making this law on hit and run cases.' 'MPs only clapped to Amit Shah's new law and never questioned him about this law.' 'Are these MPs not bothered about the lives of drivers?'

Rationalising a peace discourse for India and Pakistan

Rationalising a peace discourse for India and Pakistan

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

Delegates of a bilateral peace delegation urge the prime ministers of Pakistan and India to resume dialogue for peace and full normalisation of relations.

Pakistan playing spoilsport: India

Pakistan playing spoilsport: India

Rediff.com30 Oct 2003

RSS gets HC nod for route march in TN on rescheduled dates

RSS gets HC nod for route march in TN on rescheduled dates

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Also, the RSS was asked to ensure strict discipline and make sure there is no provocation or incitement on their part during the march.

Set aside political rivalries to work for people: Uddhav's peace pipe to BJP

Set aside political rivalries to work for people: Uddhav's peace pipe to BJP

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Thackeray was speaking virtually after the inauguration of a water taxi service, linking Navi Mumbai to south Mumbai, and the Belapur jetty in the neighbouring township.

After threats on Dalai, China proposes 'treaty of good neighbourliness'

After threats on Dalai, China proposes 'treaty of good neighbourliness'

Rediff.com6 May 2017

The Chinese envoy recommends an early harvest on the border issue while maintaining peace and tranquillity in the border areas, reports Ajai Shukla.

Police thwarts BBC docu screening move at DU, Ambedkar varsity; 24 detained

Police thwarts BBC docu screening move at DU, Ambedkar varsity; 24 detained

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

A senior police officer said adequate security arrangements have been made on the campus to maintain peace and tranquillity in the area.

Kashmir unrest: India snubs Pakistan's 'absurd' aid proposal

Kashmir unrest: India snubs Pakistan's 'absurd' aid proposal

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

The MEA spokesperson said that New Delhi already received enough of trademark exports like 'international terrorism, cross-border infiltrators, weapons, narcotics and fake currency'.

No magic wand, but serious effort for peace: Dineshwar Sharma

No magic wand, but serious effort for peace: Dineshwar Sharma

Rediff.com5 Nov 2017

The former Intelligence Bureau director added that no one should jump to conclusions before the process of talks with various stakeholders in Kashmir began.

SC reserves verdict on TN plea against HC nod for RSS marches

SC reserves verdict on TN plea against HC nod for RSS marches

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

The Supreme Court on Monday reserved its verdict on a plea of the Tamil Nadu government against a Madras high court order allowing the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh to hold marches in the state.

Violence in Andhra town over renaming of district, minister's house torched

Violence in Andhra town over renaming of district, minister's house torched

Rediff.com25 May 2022

While the ruling party blamed unnamed forces behind the arson, all opposition parties hit out at the Jagan Mohan Reddy government over its "gross failure" in controlling the situation.

Can Modi Beat Rajiv Gandhi's 404 MPs Record?

Can Modi Beat Rajiv Gandhi's 404 MPs Record?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Modi wants the BJP to gets an additional 10% of the vote share from what it won in 2019. Plans are afoot to get new faces to replace MPs with poor chances of winning. Sources say more than 100 MPs are like to be axed, notes Modi biographer Ramesh Menon.

India made 72 CBM proposals to Pak last year

India made 72 CBM proposals to Pak last year

Rediff.com17 Mar 2005

Some measures such as visa liberalisation and free medical treatment of Pakistani children had been implemented unilaterally by India.

Will Sachin Pilot float new party or join BJP? Wait till June 11

Will Sachin Pilot float new party or join BJP? Wait till June 11

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Amid speculation over Congress leader Sachin Pilot's next move, sources close to him on Tuesday said he was firm on his demands, including action against alleged corruption during the previous Vasundhara Raje government, and was waiting for a definitive response from the party high command.

Article 370: Justice Kaul suggests a reconciliation panel

Article 370: Justice Kaul suggests a reconciliation panel

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Supreme Court judge Sanjay Kishan Kaul on Monday recommended setting up of an 'impartial truth and reconciliation commission' to probe and report on human rights violations by both state and non-state actors in Jammu and Kashmir since the 1980s, saying the 'wounds need healing'.

Israel-Hamas conflict: India's hope of respite in oil prices dashed

Israel-Hamas conflict: India's hope of respite in oil prices dashed

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

The ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict has disrupted India's efforts to gain from a recent fall in crude oil prices. Since Hamas' invasion of southern Israel on October 7, petroleum has become costlier by around $5 per barrel, threatening to stoke prices and impact growth. Brent crude was trading at $89.8 per barrel on October 9 (9.15 pm IST), up over 4 per cent, thwarting India's anticipation of a period of declining oil prices - after the leading global petroleum benchmark declined by around 11 per cent last week.