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'Unfortunate PM treats naked parading of tribal women as law and order problem'

'Unfortunate PM treats naked parading of tribal women as law and order problem'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

'And (the prime minister does so) without giving any hint of a recognition of the political violence resulting in the ethnic cleansing (of tribals and Kukis) which he simply equates it with atrocities against women in other parts of India.' 'This is not acceptable.'

Modi likely to meet Kamala Harris, Tim Cook during US visit

Modi likely to meet Kamala Harris, Tim Cook during US visit

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

The PM will also meet Australian Prime Minister Scot Morrison and Japanese counterpart Yoshihide Suga on the same day.

PHOTO ALBUM: PM Modi in UAE

PHOTO ALBUM: PM Modi in UAE

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Some interesting moments from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's trip to the United Arab Emirates.

Modi's friend Abbas, mentioned in his blog, now lives in Australia: PM's brother

Modi's friend Abbas, mentioned in his blog, now lives in Australia: PM's brother

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Abbas was a classmate and friend of Pankaj Modi, the youngest of the Modi siblings.

Modi's welcome ceremony at White House to be one of the biggest

Modi's welcome ceremony at White House to be one of the biggest

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The first state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US is likely to be a defining moment for Indo-US relationship and both sides are working on a robust outcome document that may take up matters that would decide the contour of the bilateral ties for decades to come, according to people familiar with the planning of the high-profile trip.

'Reduce slavery to foreign goods': Modi calls for 'vocal for local'

'Reduce slavery to foreign goods': Modi calls for 'vocal for local'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

He asked to focus on the 'vocal for local' mantra during the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebrations.

Sandy beaches of Goa welcome world leaders for BRICS summit

Sandy beaches of Goa welcome world leaders for BRICS summit

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

A summit of the world's top five emerging economies - Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa -- begins on Saturday in Goa.

Amid COVID-19 spike, PM Modi to interact with CMs on Wednesday

Amid COVID-19 spike, PM Modi to interact with CMs on Wednesday

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

Modi's last interaction with chief ministers was in January before the vaccination roll-out.

#NamasteObama: Top moments from Day 1

#NamasteObama: Top moments from Day 1

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Some of the best moments from Day 1 of US president's visit.

Happy to be in TN: PM tweets in 3 languages ahead of Xi meet

Happy to be in TN: PM tweets in 3 languages ahead of Xi meet

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

Modi arrived by a special flight from Delhi and was received by Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit and Chief Minister K Palaniswami among others.

'For the first time we are seeing a prime minister so indifferent'

'For the first time we are seeing a prime minister so indifferent'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

'It's unfortunate that the prime minister prioritises his own image over the humanitarian situation that is unfolding in Manipur, prioritising his ego over the atrocities that women and tribals have had to suffer in Manipur.'

'Childish jab': Solicitor general opposes Kejriwal's RTI plea on Modi's degree

'Childish jab': Solicitor general opposes Kejriwal's RTI plea on Modi's degree

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The Gujarat University on Thursday told the high court in Ahmedabad the Right to Information Act cannot be used for satisfying someone's "childish curiosity" as it defended its petition seeking quashing of an order under the transparency law to provide information on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's degree to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal.

Grandest flypast highlight of 73rd Republic Day parade

Grandest flypast highlight of 73rd Republic Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

India displayed its military might and vibrant cultural heritage on Rajpath on Wednesday with the grandest flypast with 75 aircraft to mark the 'Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav' celebrations being the highlight of the 73rd Republic Day Parade, which was drastically scaled down in view of the Covid pandemic.

'Totally apologise, but...': Israeli filmmaker on 'Kashmir Files'

'Totally apologise, but...': Israeli filmmaker on 'Kashmir Files'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

'Whatever I said and I said clearly that for me and my fellow jury members, it was and it is a vulgar propaganda movie that didn't have a place and was inappropriate for such a prestigious competitive section. I can repeat it again and again'

'Narendra Modi is clearly rattled'

'Narendra Modi is clearly rattled'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'The Bharat Jodo Yatra successfully resurrected the Rahul Gandhi brand.' 'There's a critical mass that has built up for the Congress and Mr Modi is feeling the heat on the Adani issue, the raids on the BBC offices, the Opposition getting together.'

Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

In a record time of 13 years, the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier Vikrant is now ready for formal induction into the Indian Navy.

WATCH: PM Modi's speech at UNGA

WATCH: PM Modi's speech at UNGA

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the United Nations General Assembly on Friday, said the world needs to unite and have a consensus on fighting terrorism. "Terrorism is one of the biggest challenges before humanity," PM Modi said in a 20-minute speech.

India's Value For The US Goes Beyond Its Capacity To Wage War

India's Value For The US Goes Beyond Its Capacity To Wage War

Rediff.com9 May 2023

The Indian position on the Russia-Ukraine war and the unconditional treaty between China and Russia appear to have caused some ripples in India-US relations and led to a reappraisal of India's usefulness to the US in the eventuality of a conflict with China, notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

'Modi hasn't forgotten his human touch'

'Modi hasn't forgotten his human touch'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

'The prime minister is talking to his Chachaji and he is crying in the PM's lap, it was such an emotional scene.'

Modi to visit Germany, UAE from June 26-28

Modi to visit Germany, UAE from June 26-28

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Modi is attending the G7 summit following an invitation by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

Gujarat HC quashes order to give Modi's degree details to Kejriwal, AAP to appeal

Gujarat HC quashes order to give Modi's degree details to Kejriwal, AAP to appeal

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

In April 2016, the then CIC M Sridhar Acharyulu had directed the Delhi University and the Gujarat University to provide information to Kejriwal on the degrees that Modi received.

PHOTOS: India's GRAND show at Rajpath

PHOTOS: India's GRAND show at Rajpath

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

India showcased its military might and cultural diversity with a splendid display.

Delhi man wants to go to jail, threatens to kill Modi

Delhi man wants to go to jail, threatens to kill Modi

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

According to preliminary investigation, Salman was under the influence of drugs at the time of making the call. He was scolded by his father around 10 pm.

PM to meet 7 Indian Covid vax manufacturers today

PM to meet 7 Indian Covid vax manufacturers today

Rediff.com23 Oct 2021

Representatives from seven vaccine makers -- Serum Institute of India, Bharat Biotech, Dr Reddy's Laboratories, Zydus Cadila, Biological E, Gennova Biopharma and Panacea Biotech -- will be participating in the meeting.

MoS Ajay Mishra absent from Modi's meet with UP MPs

MoS Ajay Mishra absent from Modi's meet with UP MPs

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

Aside from the 36 MPs, the meeting was also attended by BJP president J P Nadda and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi, they said.

100% adults in 9 states, UTs have got first anti-Covid jab: Govt

100% adults in 9 states, UTs have got first anti-Covid jab: Govt

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

More than 31 per cent of the country's adult population has been administered both the doses, according to Union Health Ministry officials.

Modi leads the way at Yoga Day event

Modi leads the way at Yoga Day event

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

Expressing concern that young people are becoming vulnerable to heart ailments, Modi said, "Yoga can play a huge role in tackling the issue and hence, this year's theme is 'Yoga for Heart'." He also appealed to the people to take yoga to all sections of society.

China confirms disengagement from Gogra-Hotsprings

China confirms disengagement from Gogra-Hotsprings

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The Chinese military on Friday confirmed that the troops of China and India have begun the process of disengagement from the Patrolling Point 15 in the Gogra-Hotsprings area of eastern Ladakh in a 'coordinated and planned way'.

General Rawat In The Days Before He Died

General Rawat In The Days Before He Died

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Glimpses of General Bipin Rawat in the weeks leading to his tragic death on Wednesday.

Bangladesh visit: PM uses new VVIP aircraft for 1st time

Bangladesh visit: PM uses new VVIP aircraft for 1st time

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday went from Delhi to Dhaka on a new custom-made VVIP aircraft, using it for the first time on a foreign journey.

What you will see at the Republic Day 2023 parade

What you will see at the Republic Day 2023 parade

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

The Republic Day parade, which will begin at around 1030 am, will be a unique mix of the country's military prowess and cultural diversity, depicting the country's growing indigenous capabilities, Nari Shakti and emergence of a 'New India'.

Tharoor tweets new word, takes dig at Modi's beard

Tharoor tweets new word, takes dig at Modi's beard

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Tharoor said he learnt of the new word pogonotrophy, which means the growing or cultivation of a beard, from a friend.

Peace in Ladakh key for ties with China: Modi at India-Australia summit

Peace in Ladakh key for ties with China: Modi at India-Australia summit

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

It was the second time in the last three days that India asserted that the relationship with China depends on the resolution of the pending issues in eastern Ladakh.

PHOTOS: India's military might showcased at Army Day parade

PHOTOS: India's military might showcased at Army Day parade

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

General M M Naravane attended the Army Day parade for the first time as the Army chief. The Army Day is celebrated on January 15 every year to mark Lieutenant General K M Cariappa taking over as commander-in-chief of the Indian Army in 1949 from General Francis Butcher, the last British commander-in-chief of India.

CEC, EC give up perks as part of austerity measure

CEC, EC give up perks as part of austerity measure

Rediff.com21 May 2022

According to an Election Commission statement, the two have decided not to avail exemption from income tax on sumptuary allowance and to surrender two of the three Leave Travel Concessions (LTC) available each year.

Modiji, Do You Have A Plan To Improve Education?

Modiji, Do You Have A Plan To Improve Education?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

When was the last time we heard this government speaking of the disaster in primary education, rather than Ganga cruises and cheetahs? Less money -- Rs 88,000 crore -- was spent by the Union government on education in its last Budget than has been allocated to the Bullet train, notes Aakar Patel.

Cong, BJP spar over PM's 'I did Satyagraha' remark in B'desh

Cong, BJP spar over PM's 'I did Satyagraha' remark in B'desh

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

"I must have been 20-22 years old when I and my colleagues did satyagraha for Bangladesh's freedom," Modi said.

Court says NSCN-IM runs parallel govt in Nagaland, rejects leader's bail plea

Court says NSCN-IM runs parallel govt in Nagaland, rejects leader's bail plea

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

Coupled with the fact that arms were recovered at the instance of Jamir, there is also evidence showing running of parallel government which was never acknowledged under any peace accord, the judge said.

Modi attends Maldives President Solih's swearing-in ceremony

Modi attends Maldives President Solih's swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

This is Modi's first visit to the Maldives as prime minister. The last visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Indian Ocean island nation was by Manmohan Singh in 2011.

'How would America respond if China invades India?'

'How would America respond if China invades India?'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'India will want a lot of help from the US, but it's not going to want US troops.'