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'Rahul Gandhi has lost the human touch'

'Rahul Gandhi has lost the human touch'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2011

A former Youth Congress leader on Monday created a flutter by accusing Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi of depending too much on his trusted men whom he charged with turning the student and youth wings of the party into a mess.

Invited leaders of anti-CAA stir for talks: Assam CM

Invited leaders of anti-CAA stir for talks: Assam CM

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Sonowal tried to allay fears of the state's indigenous population, who are wary that the law would threaten their identity. He said that 'not a single person of Bangladesh will get to enter Assam through CAA'.

Why SRK won't support Ramdev's agitation

Why SRK won't support Ramdev's agitation

Rediff.com2 Jun 2011

Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan on Thursday said that Baba Ramdev's proposed hunger strike against corruption and repatriation of black money stashed in foreign banks, is politically motivated and he would not support the agitation.

Bengal BJP leader found hanging, party alleges murder

Bengal BJP leader found hanging, party alleges murder

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

The body of Debendra Nath Ray, in his 60s, was found hanging from the ceiling of a verandah outside a shuttered shop near his home in Bindal village in Hemtabad area of the district, police said. Ray had won the Hemtabad (reserved) seat on a Communist Party of India-Marxist ticket in 2016 but later joined the BJP. He had, however, not quit his assembly seat.

Thapar among 12 asked to submit CVs: JNU admin

Thapar among 12 asked to submit CVs: JNU admin

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

The JNU administration's decision to ask historian Thapar to submit her CV for assessment for her continuation as professor emerita drew sharp criticism from various quarters.

Oz mine project: Adani to restart talks with stakeholders

Oz mine project: Adani to restart talks with stakeholders

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Adani's plan to build one of the world's biggest coal mines has been hampered time and again.

Allahabad University students union leader alleges harassment by officials

Allahabad University students union leader alleges harassment by officials

Rediff.com5 Mar 2016

As per reports an inquiry was conducted against Richa following allegations that she got admission as a research scholar on a seat meant for the reserved category.

Ex-Pak PM Sharif facing probe for laundering $4.9bn to India: Reports

Ex-Pak PM Sharif facing probe for laundering $4.9bn to India: Reports

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Once formulated, this will be the fifth case against the ousted premier by the NAB.

More money in cyber crime than in drug trade now!

More money in cyber crime than in drug trade now!

Rediff.com13 Dec 2010

Symantec Corp, a global data security provider, has said that cyber attacks against critical infrastructure providers in India were becoming more frequent and effective in the recent past.

Many telecom flip flops happened during BJP regime: Tata

Many telecom flip flops happened during BJP regime: Tata

Rediff.com9 Dec 2010

Tata group chairman Ratan Tata has blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party for many telecom flip flops that took place during its regime.

How WikiLeaks will counter moves to arrest Assange

How WikiLeaks will counter moves to arrest Assange

Rediff.com6 Dec 2010

Warning that Assange's legal pursuit in Sweden had "political motivations", his lawyer Marx Stephens said that WikiLeaks still held secret material, which would be released if it needed to protect itself.

Will support BJP in both houses of Parliament, says JD-U

Will support BJP in both houses of Parliament, says JD-U

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

Hitting back at Rahul Gandhi, the JD-U spokesperson accused him of "not being serious" in fighting corruption.

Separatist leader Shabir Shah arrested for terror funding

Separatist leader Shabir Shah arrested for terror funding

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Shah over a decade-old money laundering case.

Congress takes a swipe at BJP over Gadkari's comments

Congress takes a swipe at BJP over Gadkari's comments

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

Opposition parties claimed that his remarks were aimed at Modi, who was accused by them of making lofty promises to come to power but failing to realise them.

'No politics behind awarding Padma Vibhushan to Rajinikanth'

'No politics behind awarding Padma Vibhushan to Rajinikanth'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Union Minister Prakash Javadekar on Thursday said there was no political motive behind awarding Padma Vibhushan to Tamil film star Rajinikanth and it was purely based on merit.

Cops on poll duty get meal from 'Namo Foods'

Cops on poll duty get meal from 'Namo Foods'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

Officials clarified that the food packets were procured from Namo Food Shop and not from any political party.

Prez rule in Maharashtra 'cruel joke' on democracy: Cong

Prez rule in Maharashtra 'cruel joke' on democracy: Cong

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

The Congress questioned the Maharashtra governor for the "arbitrary" allotment of time to the Nationalist Congress Party, the Shiv Sena and the Bharatiya Janata Party to prove support for government formation.

PM calls ministers' meet ahead of discussion on Agusta

PM calls ministers' meet ahead of discussion on Agusta

Rediff.com4 May 2016

The meeting would be attended by Parrikar, Home Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu, besides others. Parrikar, who met the prime minister on Tuesday, is expected to address the Rajya Sabha at 2 pm during the short duration debate.

How this goal celebration can unite faiths

How this goal celebration can unite faiths

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

A joint goal celebration by Christian, Muslim and Hindu players at Indonesian club Bali United, who prayed together after their team scored, showed how team mates should work together regardless of their faith, said defender Ngurah Nanak.

CPI(M) to fight against rising prices

CPI(M) to fight against rising prices

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

Claiming that their recent nationwide strike was a "big success", CPI(M) on Wednesday said it would intensify the struggle against rising prices and would not be deterred by the "politically motivated propaganda" about losses the hartal caused to the nation.

MJ Akbar case: Silence is not an option, Ramani tells court

MJ Akbar case: Silence is not an option, Ramani tells court

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

'Ramani said it was important for women to speak about sexual harassment at the workplace. She hoped that the disclosure would empower women and encourage them to speak up'

What changes we can expect at Tirupati

What changes we can expect at Tirupati

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

'Our priority is how to reduce the waiting time for people for darshan.'

Cow vigilante head in Punjab is booked, says Modi doing vote bank politics

Cow vigilante head in Punjab is booked, says Modi doing vote bank politics

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had strongly rebuked cow vigilantes, saying most of them are 'anti-social' elements who are running 'shops' in the name of cow protection.

'Maya's demand to split UP is a political gimmick'

'Maya's demand to split UP is a political gimmick'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

Strongly opposing Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati's demand for trifurcation of the state, Samajwadi Party on Monday called it a "political gimmick" aimed at diverting people's attention from corruption charges against her.

Truth shall prevail, says Robert Vadra over land deal row

Truth shall prevail, says Robert Vadra over land deal row

Rediff.com29 Apr 2017

Vadra posted the remark on Facebook as the Congress came out in defence of Vadra and accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of practising political vendetta.

Trump, Modi discuss situation in Maldives over phone

Trump, Modi discuss situation in Maldives over phone

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

The White House said the two leaders also pledged to continue working together to enhance security and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.

'The Congress can't digest a BJP govt in South'

'The Congress can't digest a BJP govt in South'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

BJP leader Venkaiah Naidu tells Gyan Varmathat the recent crisis in Karnataka is politically motivated

In India, people don't trust cops: HRW

In India, people don't trust cops: HRW

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

In the report on the functioning of Indian police, the US-based Human Rights Watch claimed that only people with powerful connections can be confident of getting police assistance in the present system.

Beware! The 9 top cyber threats for 2011

Beware! The 9 top cyber threats for 2011

Rediff.com30 Dec 2010

Google's Android, Apple's iPhone, foursquare, Google TV and the Mac OS X platform are all expected to become major targets for cybercriminals.

Sec 144 outside ED office in view of Pawar's proposed visit

Sec 144 outside ED office in view of Pawar's proposed visit

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

NCP workers had staged protests in Mumbai earlier when the ED named Sharad Pawar in the case.

Nasheed snubs China, asks India to play role of 'liberators'

Nasheed snubs China, asks India to play role of 'liberators'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

China's stand is that relevant parties should find a solution internally.

Andhra minister's son arrested for misbehaving with woman

Andhra minister's son arrested for misbehaving with woman

Rediff.com6 Mar 2016

The son of Andhra Pradesh Social Welfare Minister Ravela Kishore Babu, and his driver have been arrested for allegedly misbehaving with a 20-year-old teacher.

Issue summons before arraigning Arnab in TRP case: HC to Mumbai police

Issue summons before arraigning Arnab in TRP case: HC to Mumbai police

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

The court also directed police to submit for its perusal investigation papers pertaining to the case in a sealed cover by November 5 when it would hear the matter. The court was hearing a petition filed by ARG Outlier Media Pvt Ltd, which owns Republic TV, and Goswami seeking to quash the first information report lodged on October 6.

NGT seeks Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's reply

NGT seeks Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's reply

Rediff.com10 May 2016

The National Green Tribunal on Tuesday sought Art of Living head Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's reply on an application which alleged the spiritual guru had termed its earlier order as "politically motivated".

#MeToo hits Rahul Easwar; Activist dismisses charge

#MeToo hits Rahul Easwar; Activist dismisses charge

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Easwar claimed the allegation was a mere attack from people opposed to his ideology and meant for "political manipulation", and added "I dismiss it".

Rane shooting: 'No bullet injury on victim'

Rane shooting: 'No bullet injury on victim'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2010

Chintu Shaikh, a member of an NGO run by Nitesh Rane, Maharashtra Revenue Minister's son, on Friday demanded his arrest for allegedly firing at him, a charge dismissed as 'politically motivated' by the Rane family.

Russia loses appeal against Paralympics ban

Russia loses appeal against Paralympics ban

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

Russia has lost its appeal against its ban from next month's Rio Paralympics because of a state-sponsored doping programme, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), sports highest tribunal, said on Tuesday. The decision to exclude Russia's entire Paralympics team, initially made on Aug. 7 by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), means at least 250 Russian competitors are set to miss the Sept. 7-18 event.

SC to hear Mayawati's assets case

SC to hear Mayawati's assets case

Rediff.com28 Jan 2010

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati has placed before the Supreme Court the records from a debate in Parliament to counter the allegations of CBI that there was ample evidence to prosecute her in a case of alleged disproportionate assets.

'Vendetta politics': Congress on Shivakumar's arrest

'Vendetta politics': Congress on Shivakumar's arrest

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

'To draw the attention of the country away from their own misdeeds, the BJP government is taking false actions against Congress leaders'

No threat to Indo-Pak WC match: ICC chief Richardson

No threat to Indo-Pak WC match: ICC chief Richardson

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

There were demands that India should boycott the game against Pakistan in the World Cup in Manchester on June 16 in the wake of last month's Pulwama terror attack in which more than 40 CRPF personnel were killed.