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Attacking Congress in RS, Modi invokes 1984 riots, Kashmiri Pandits

Attacking Congress in RS, Modi invokes 1984 riots, Kashmiri Pandits

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

"The Congress in a way is in the grip of urban Naxals. That is why its thought has become negative," Modi alleged in his 90-minute speech.

India at 75: 18 biggest moments for Indian markets from 1947 to 1993

India at 75: 18 biggest moments for Indian markets from 1947 to 1993

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

From the enactment of the capital control Act to the recognition of the BSE as a stock exchange and the infamous Harshad Mehta scam, here are the 18 biggest events for stock markets from 1947 to 1993.

Raj Governor sends back 3rd proposal for assembly session

Raj Governor sends back 3rd proposal for assembly session

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

Mishra had earlier clarified that Raj Bhavan had never intended "not to call" the assembly session and asked the Ashok Gehlot government to deliberate on three points including a 21-day notice period for convening a session and maintaining social distancing norms.

Narine cleared by IPL's suspect bowling action committee

Narine cleared by IPL's suspect bowling action committee

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

Kolkata Knight Riders' West Indian spinner Sunil Narine was on Sunday cleared by the Indian Premier League's suspect bowling action committee after being reported last week.

Justice Sen's Impeachment must go on: AG

Justice Sen's Impeachment must go on: AG

Rediff.com2 Sep 2011

Attorney General G E Vahanvati on Friday recommended that impeachment motion to remove Justice Soumitra Sen as the judge of the Calcutta High Court must go on in the Lok Sabha despite his resignation.

'Darkest day in the history of India's judiciary'

'Darkest day in the history of India's judiciary'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

'Even the ruling party -- if it really respects the independence of the judiciary and democracy -- should support this impeachment motion.'

'Over time, every rock crumbles into pieces'

'Over time, every rock crumbles into pieces'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

'It doesn't take much time for people's perception to change about a person.' 'People come and go based on people's will.' 'Nobody should forget that.'

8 really cool gadgets we saw at CES 2020

8 really cool gadgets we saw at CES 2020

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Presenting some of the coolest health and well-being devices we spotted at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, US.

In a first, 7 opposition parties move notice to impeach CJI

In a first, 7 opposition parties move notice to impeach CJI

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

64 Rajya Sabha MPs have signed the notice for impeachment proceedings against Chief Justice of India Deepak Misra under "five grounds of misbehaviour".

Rajya Sabha to consider repealing Sibal's IT Rules

Rajya Sabha to consider repealing Sibal's IT Rules

Rediff.com19 Apr 2012

The Left parties have decided to back the annulment motion and efforts are on to mobilise members of Parliament across party lines. If the motion is accepted by the Rajya Sabha, it will be sent to the Lok Sabha, probably in the monsoon session, reports Shivam Vij

I'm Cong's strongest warrior, will protect party at all costs: Pilot

I'm Cong's strongest warrior, will protect party at all costs: Pilot

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Pilot, who has returned to the Congress fold after a month-long rebellion against Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, made the remarks during the debate on a motion of confidence moved by the ruling party in the Rajasthan Assembly.

Cong protests in Parl over withdrawal of Gandhis' SPG cover

Cong protests in Parl over withdrawal of Gandhis' SPG cover

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

Chowdhury said the family faces threat to life and the cover by the elite security organisation should not have been withdrawn.

Shehbaz Sharif set to be elected new Pakistan PM today

Shehbaz Sharif set to be elected new Pakistan PM today

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president Sharif, 70, and Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) vice-chairman and former foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Sunday filed their nomination papers for the post.

Will change of govt in Islamabad help India, Pak to mend ties

Will change of govt in Islamabad help India, Pak to mend ties

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

The change of government in Pakistan after the exit of hawkish Imran Khan and his likely replacement by hard-core realist Shehbaz Sharif may provide a little window of opportunity for the leaders of India and Pakistan to reset their nearly frozen bilateral ties, according to experts.

What's Farah Khan doing with Harvey Weinstein?

What's Farah Khan doing with Harvey Weinstein?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Giving Bollywood gyaan, of course!

Nepal's ruling party demand PM Oli's resignation over remarks on India

Nepal's ruling party demand PM Oli's resignation over remarks on India

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

'The Prime Minister's remarks that India was conspiring to remove him was neither politically correct, nor diplomatically appropriate,'

Pawar's remarks: Maha House adjourned for second day

Pawar's remarks: Maha House adjourned for second day

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

Proceedings of Maharashtra legislative assembly continued to be stalled for the second day today over Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's remarks on loadshedding and drought, with Opposition's move to bring a censure motion which was rejected by the Speaker.

Holi recipes: Khajoor Barfi and Apple Jalebi

Holi recipes: Khajoor Barfi and Apple Jalebi

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

Let Maharaj Jodharam Choudhary inspire you to create some delicious, homemade mithai or sweetmeats for Holi.

In a first, BJP takes control of Bengal civic body

In a first, BJP takes control of Bengal civic body

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

A majority of its Trinamool Congress coucillors switched over to the BJP.

Ex-Arunachal speaker moves SC for review of verdict

Ex-Arunachal speaker moves SC for review of verdict

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

Rebia seeks review of a portion of the judgement dealing with the power of the speaker.

'Imran Khan is down, but most certainly not out'

'Imran Khan is down, but most certainly not out'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

'He could indeed survive [the no confidence vote] even as he faces his biggest political test.'

2 key farm bills get Parliament nod; Oppn creates ruckus in RS

2 key farm bills get Parliament nod; Oppn creates ruckus in RS

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

The two bills -- Farmer's Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Bill, 2020, and the Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement of Price Assurance and Farm Services Bill, 2020 -- were passed by Lok Sabha on Thursday.

Sri Lanka parliament impeaches chief justice

Sri Lanka parliament impeaches chief justice

Rediff.com12 Jan 2013

The Sri Lankan parliament on Friday voted by a majority to impeach the chief Justice which could eventually lead to her removal from office.

FAQ on Impeachment of Judges

FAQ on Impeachment of Judges

Rediff.com16 Aug 2011

Parliament is expected to take up a motion for impeaching Justice Soumitra Sen of the Calcutta High Court. M R Madhavan (head of Research, PRS Legislative Research, New Delhi) explains the process of impeachment and the facts of this case.

AAP govt has begin process to appoint Lokayukta, HC told

AAP govt has begin process to appoint Lokayukta, HC told

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

The Aam Aadmi Party government on Friday told the Delhi high court that it has initiated the process to appoint Lokayukta, a post which has remained vacant since November 2013.

Rajya Sabha approves Justice Sen's impeachment

Rajya Sabha approves Justice Sen's impeachment

Rediff.com18 Aug 2011

Justice Soumitra Sen of the Calcutta high court could be the first judge in the country to be removed, with the Rajya Sabha on Thursday overwhelmingly approving impeachment motion against him.

What Jaitley said in impeachment of Justice Sen

What Jaitley said in impeachment of Justice Sen

Rediff.com17 Aug 2011

It was a historic day in Rajya Sabha where a motion was moved to impeach a judge of Kolkata High Court and remove him from his post. At 3 pm on Wednesday, the motion was moved by Communist Party of India-Marxcist leader Sitaram Yechury.

Oppn corners govt on price rise, unemployment; says breaching states' rights

Oppn corners govt on price rise, unemployment; says breaching states' rights

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, speaking on the Motion of Thanks on the President's address, charged the government with not delivering on its various promises, including generating two crore jobs per year.

Lankan parliament votes against PM Rajapaksa

Lankan parliament votes against PM Rajapaksa

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

The parliament has approved a no-trust vote against Prime Minister Rajapaksa, speaker of parliament Karu Jayasuriya announced in the House.

Worried about the air you are breathing? Read this

Worried about the air you are breathing? Read this

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Hazardous pollution has made anti-pollution gear and gadgets a near-necessity, says Khalid Anzar.

Trump likely to be acquitted in impeachment trial as Democrats lack numbers in Senate

Trump likely to be acquitted in impeachment trial as Democrats lack numbers in Senate

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

Trump is the first US president who facing an impeachment trial after he left the presidency.

Kerala passes unanimous resolution against leasing of airport

Kerala passes unanimous resolution against leasing of airport

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Moving the resolution, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said the Centre should re-examine its decision and the operation and management of the airportbe handed over to the Special Purpose Vehicle in which the state government has stake.

SC notice to TN speaker, others on disqualification of 11 AIADMK MLAs

SC notice to TN speaker, others on disqualification of 11 AIADMK MLAs

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

A bench comprising Chief Justice S A Bobde and justices R Subhash Reddy and A S took note of the submission of the main opposition party of the state that speaker has not been taking any decision on the MLAs for last three years and issued notices to him, assembly secretary and 11 lawmakers including O Panneerselvam.

Cong wants Hegde slapped with sedition, seeks Modi's apology

Cong wants Hegde slapped with sedition, seeks Modi's apology

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Questioning the freedom movement led by Gandhi, Hegde said it was an "adjustment" with the British.

Lalit Modi moves court against his ouster from RCA

Lalit Modi moves court against his ouster from RCA

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

The Lalit Modi faction has moved the Jaipur High Court against BJP leader Amin Pathan and few others, who allegedly removed the former Indian Premier League commissioner from the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) in a coup following a no-confidence motion.

Kumaraswamy loses trust vote; Cong-JDS govt falls

Kumaraswamy loses trust vote; Cong-JDS govt falls

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

The confidence motion moved by Kumaraswamy was defeated with 99 members voting for the motion and 105 against it in a House of 225 including speaker P R Ramesh Kumar and a nominated member.

Arunachal governor to challenge stay on early assembly session

Arunachal governor to challenge stay on early assembly session

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

On Thursday, the MLAs met at a local hotel to adopt a motion of 'no-confidence' against the chief minister and elect another dissident Congress MLA, Khaliko Pul, in his place.

MSP will be there: Modi urges farmers to end agitation

MSP will be there: Modi urges farmers to end agitation

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday appealed to protesting farmers to end their agitation against the new farm laws even as he questioned opposition parties for their sudden 'U-turn' on the agriculture sector reforms.

Nepal Prez asks parties to elect new PM within a week

Nepal Prez asks parties to elect new PM within a week

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

A day after premier K P Oli resigned, Nepal President called on all the political parties to elect a new prime minister within a week

Arunachal row: Governor can't summon assembly session at his whims, says SC

Arunachal row: Governor can't summon assembly session at his whims, says SC

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

The court also said there was nothing wrong if a no-confidence motion is passed against the Tuki government, which faced a rebellion, in the state assembly when the deputy speaker was in charge of the House proceedings after removal of the speaker.