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24 arrested for branding woman a witch, assaulting her

24 arrested for branding woman a witch, assaulting her

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

Outrage in Himachal Pradesh over widow of ex-Army man being dragged out and assaulted in public after being accused of practising witchcraft.

How safe is your PF money? 10,932 companies caught defaulting

How safe is your PF money? 10,932 companies caught defaulting

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

By region, Thiruvananthapuram leads with 247 defaulters, followed by Kolkata with 173 and Bhubaneswar with 115

SC may order SIT probe in activists' arrest if evidence found 'cooked up'

SC may order SIT probe in activists' arrest if evidence found 'cooked up'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

"Every criminal investigation is based on allegations and we have to see whether there is some material," the court said.

Uber rape aftermath: Cabs plying in Delhi ordered to install GPS

Uber rape aftermath: Cabs plying in Delhi ordered to install GPS

Rediff.com15 Mar 2015

In order to ensure women safety, Delhi government has ordered all taxi operators to install GPS in their vehicles, failing which fitness certificate will not be issued to them.

No milk, vegetables or petrol: Normal life comes to standstill in Sirsa

No milk, vegetables or petrol: Normal life comes to standstill in Sirsa

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

Curfew-like restrictions have been imposed in the area, which is the headquarters of the Dera Sacha Sauda sect.

I stand by every word, have earned the FIR: Scribe on Aadhaar breach story

I stand by every word, have earned the FIR: Scribe on Aadhaar breach story

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

'I am happy that at least the UIDAI has taken some action on my report'

Tribunal rules in favour of Jackie Shroff in I-T dispute

Tribunal rules in favour of Jackie Shroff in I-T dispute

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

The issue dates back many years when the actor and others proposed bringing Sony TV channel to India.

Govt takes ordinance route to ban instant triple talaq

Govt takes ordinance route to ban instant triple talaq

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

Addressing the media soon after the Union Cabinet cleared the ordinance, Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad cited compelling necessity for the move as the practice annulled by the Supreme Court continues unabated.

TN's EPS woos investments amid Covid, but is the environment friendly?

TN's EPS woos investments amid Covid, but is the environment friendly?

Rediff.com29 May 2020

In the midst of huge job losses as a fallout of the coronavirus pandemic, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami has signed 17 MoUs for an investment of Rs 15,100 crores that aim to provide 47,100 jobs. But a clearer picture on where the projects stand will emerge only after the Covid-19 induced fear psychosis ends, to see if popular protests will derail them like they have done so many others, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Chidambaram not the first neta to be put behind bars

Chidambaram not the first neta to be put behind bars

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Following are the names of some high-profile people who have been put behind the bars

Won't forgive those behind anti-India slogans: Rajnath on JNU protest

Won't forgive those behind anti-India slogans: Rajnath on JNU protest

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

Promising firm action against the demonstrators, the home minister reiterated that anti-national statements cannot be forgiven.

SC pulls up Maha govt for claiming everything fine on migrant's issue

SC pulls up Maha govt for claiming everything fine on migrant's issue

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Noting there have been instances of "excess" by police and paramilitary personnel against the migrant workers, the court also asked authorities to consider "withdrawal" of criminal cases against some of them for violating social distancing norms.

UP govt recommends CBI probe in IAS officer's death

UP govt recommends CBI probe in IAS officer's death

Rediff.com22 May 2017

Tiwari's family had alleged that he was murdered at the behest of corrupt officers as he was about to expose a "scam" in the department of food, civil supplies and consumer affairs in Bengaluru where he was posted as commissioner.

Chilling footage reveals how Hyderabad woman was robbed at ATM

Chilling footage reveals how Hyderabad woman was robbed at ATM

Rediff.com21 May 2015

The Hyderabad police has released images of woman who was robbed at an ATM centre in Hyderabad's Yosufguda area.

BJP ministers who joined Kathua rally exit govt; Mehbooba thanks PM

BJP ministers who joined Kathua rally exit govt; Mehbooba thanks PM

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

"The charge that the two ministers were pro-rapist is absolutely wrong. It was sheer indiscretion on their part," Madhav said.

'Ram Rahim verdict shows no one is above the law'

'Ram Rahim verdict shows no one is above the law'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

'We realised that the government and police were shielding the Dera chief.' 'From 2002 to now, irrespective of which political party, the Dera has always been protected.'

Lt Guv played 'key role' in defusing AAP, Centre stalemate

Lt Guv played 'key role' in defusing AAP, Centre stalemate

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung played a "key role" in ending the stalemate between the Aam Aadmi Party government and the Centre by getting the two sides to reach a compromise on issues involving Delhi police, a source said.

Abandoned by son, actress Geeta finds Samaritans in B-Town

Abandoned by son, actress Geeta finds Samaritans in B-Town

Rediff.com30 May 2017

Two producers from the industry -- Ramesh Taurani and Ashoke Pandit -- have come forward to offer financial aid to the ailing actress.

Call special Parliament session to repeal farm laws: Farmers to govt

Call special Parliament session to repeal farm laws: Farmers to govt

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

Farmer leader Darshan Pal accused the Centre of dividing farmer organisations, but it will not happen.

UP blames Islamic outfits for violence; toll rises

UP blames Islamic outfits for violence; toll rises

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra visited Bijnor district where she met families of two persons killed in the violence. Internet services have been suspended in several areas till Monday, while prohibitory orders remained in force across the state.

How Stalin is different from Karunanidhi, Jaya

How Stalin is different from Karunanidhi, Jaya

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Unlike the regimes of Jayalalitha, Palaniswami and Karunanidhi, ministers are actually getting to make decisions on their own, with the unmentioned rider that they would be held responsible and accountable, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

It's not over yet! Kangana wants an apology from Hrithik

It's not over yet! Kangana wants an apology from Hrithik

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

'I had really loved that human very much. I had written nazms and shayaris for that man and he used those things to defame me. It's like a second death when somebody does that to you.'

Deposit-taking companies still thrive in Bengal

Deposit-taking companies still thrive in Bengal

Rediff.com30 Jun 2013

Despite Sebi passing at least four orders against deposit-taking entities in the past year alone, the business seems unscathed

Modi Hai to Vishvas Hai!

Modi Hai to Vishvas Hai!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Modi is seen as exceptional not only on account of his acts but also owing to his style. He appears to sacrifice his life for the people -- like a fakir, a figure he came to epitomize even more in 2020 by growing a long white beard. Charisma is above accountability, and Modi has grasped these dynamics.

Kashmir's troubled future

Kashmir's troubled future

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

'Fighting terrorists is one thing. Fighting insurgents is worse. Fighting a population is worst of all,' says Mihir S Sharma.

Those who raised anti-national slogans at JNU deserve jail: Shah

Those who raised anti-national slogans at JNU deserve jail: Shah

Rediff.com12 Jan 2020

The Bharatiya Janata Party chief also said that Ram temple will be built in Ayodhya in four months.

M M Joshi courts arrest on Uma Bharti issue

M M Joshi courts arrest on Uma Bharti issue

Rediff.com2 Sep 2004

Joshi courted arrest after he made a speech and was taken away in a police bus.

Protests rage in Nandigram

Protests rage in Nandigram

Rediff.com12 Feb 2007

The area has seen violent protests in the past month.

Surrender before June 20: HC to Surendra Shetty

Surrender before June 20: HC to Surendra Shetty

Rediff.com18 Jun 2003

Shetty also withdrew his bail application after the Gujarat high court expressed its mind to reject his plea.

Shaktiman row: BJP MLA Ganesh Joshi sent to 14 days of judicial remand

Shaktiman row: BJP MLA Ganesh Joshi sent to 14 days of judicial remand

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

Reacting sharply to the development, BJP lodged a protest with Governor K K Paul and alleged it was "abduction" of its MLA.

'Insecure dictator you are': Rahul, Oppn slam Modi over MHA order

'Insecure dictator you are': Rahul, Oppn slam Modi over MHA order

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The parties, including the Communist Party of India-Marxist, the Samajwadi Party, the Rashtriya Janata Dal and the Trinamool Congress, said they will collectively oppose the Union home ministry's order issued on Thursday.

Kolkata teen who was gang-raped, set on fire, was pregnant

Kolkata teen who was gang-raped, set on fire, was pregnant

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

A murder case has been filed by the Kolkata police against the two main accused in the gang rape of the 16-year-old girl, who died because of burn injuries, even as doctors treating the teenager said she was pregnant at the time of her death.

SC refuses to order CBI probe into Mathura violence

SC refuses to order CBI probe into Mathura violence

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

The bench asked the petitioner to withdraw the petition and termed it dismissed as withdrawn.

Anti-CAA protests continue across country, cops maintain vigil

Anti-CAA protests continue across country, cops maintain vigil

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

A large number of people took out a 'solidarity march' in South Delhi on Sunday in support of Jamia Millia Islamia students and those facing police action during protests against the contentious law.

Mr Piyush Goyal: When can we get our lives back?

Mr Piyush Goyal: When can we get our lives back?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

Two officers have been suspended and a constable transferred. But the false case slapped by the RPF against Rediff.com Reporter Anita Aikara has not yet been withdrawn.

Snoopgate: SC asks woman to approach Guj high court

Snoopgate: SC asks woman to approach Guj high court

Rediff.com9 May 2014

The Supreme Court on Friday suggested to the woman, who was tailed by Gujarat police five years ago, to approach the high court against the state government-appointed probe after the Centre said it was not going ahead with its commission of inquiry into the issue.

The CBI has become a monster

The CBI has become a monster

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

'No one institution can cleanse it: Not the courts, government or activists.' 'And least of all the Indian Police Service,' argues Shekhar Gupta.

Beware! Reserve Bank does not give lottery prizes

Beware! Reserve Bank does not give lottery prizes

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Fraudulent emails exhorting people to deposit cash for reward are on the rise.

Saudi Arabian diplomat accused of rape leaves India

Saudi Arabian diplomat accused of rape leaves India

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

The Saudi Arabian diplomat, who was charged with confinement and rape of two Nepalese women, on Wednesday night left the country.

Advani courts arrest in Bangalore

Advani courts arrest in Bangalore

Rediff.com1 Sep 2004

The move was part of the BJP's 'satyagraha' to demand withdrawal of all cases against Uma Bharti.