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Mood outside White House: Mix bag of hope, despair as Trump wins race

Mood outside White House: Mix bag of hope, despair as Trump wins race

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

A palpable mix of emotions enveloped the capital, particularly around the areas surrounding the White House. Supporters, opponents and general visitors gathered at the iconic location, commenting on the outcome of a bitterly fought election.

PIX: Man City shocked by Villa, Arsenal thrash Palace

PIX: Man City shocked by Villa, Arsenal thrash Palace

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Kejriwal set to quit, AAP to name new Delhi CM at noon

Kejriwal set to quit, AAP to name new Delhi CM at noon

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Kejriwal had announced his decision to resign from the post of chief minister on Sunday. He had said that he will only sit on the CM's chair when people give him a "certificate of honesty".

'Supreme Court Should Remove Biren Singh'

'Supreme Court Should Remove Biren Singh'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

'There are 7,000 guns which are in the hands of the armed militia of the Kuki and Meitei communities.'

Communal tension in Dehradun as 'missing' Muslim girl found with Hindu man

Communal tension in Dehradun as 'missing' Muslim girl found with Hindu man

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

More than 100 people were booked on charges of stone-pelting and rioting on Thursday night while a man belonging to a right-wing outfit was detained for questioning in connection with the vandalism outside the station.

Donald Trump: From convicted felon to 2nd term Prez

Donald Trump: From convicted felon to 2nd term Prez

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

From the time he left office after his loss in the 2020 presidential election to his nomination as the Republican candidate in the 2024 race, Trump continued to dominate the American news cycle and the country's psyche.

Rajasthan Cong rebel who slapped SDM held after violence, arson

Rajasthan Cong rebel who slapped SDM held after violence, arson

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Independent MLA candidate Naresh Meena was arrested on Thursday following high drama and escalating violence in which a mob assaulted a PTI reporter and video cameraperson and burnt their camera.

What Links Trump With This President?

What Links Trump With This President?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Like Grover Cleveland, Donald Trump won election as president, lost the next election and won a third election to the US presidency.

Look-out notice against Haldwani kingpin, 5 more held for riots

Look-out notice against Haldwani kingpin, 5 more held for riots

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

With the fresh arrests, the total number of rioters held in connection with incidents of stone pelting and arson triggered by the demolition of a madrassa in the town on February 8 has climbed to 42, they said.

11 militants killed in attack on police station, CRPF camp in Manipur

11 militants killed in attack on police station, CRPF camp in Manipur

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Two Central Reserve Police Force personnel also sustained injuries during the heavy exchange of fire that happened at Jakurador Karong in the Borobekra sub-division, they said.

Chargesheet filed against Teesta for 'fabricating evidence' in Gujarat riots cases

Chargesheet filed against Teesta for 'fabricating evidence' in Gujarat riots cases

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

A special investigation team (SIT) on Wednesday submitted a charge sheet against activist Teesta Setalvad, retired director general of police R B Sreekumar and former IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt in a case of alleged fabrication of evidence in connection with the 2002 Gujarat riots cases.

Communal rioting cases nearly doubled in 2020: NCRB

Communal rioting cases nearly doubled in 2020: NCRB

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The NCRB report stated that a total of 71,107 cases of 'offences against public tranquillity' were lodged across the country in 2020, an increase of 12.4 per cent over 63,262 such cases in 2019.

Delhi riots: HC adjourns bail plea of Sharjeel Imam to Dec 16

Delhi riots: HC adjourns bail plea of Sharjeel Imam to Dec 16

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

The court also listed for hearing on November 18 bail pleas by other co-accused in the matter, including Khalid Saifi and Meeran Haider.

'This Isn't Like Any Other Election'

'This Isn't Like Any Other Election'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'We can't sit back clutching our memories of the riots. The country, the future of our children are more important.' Jyoti Punwani reports on an unusual election meeting in Mumbai.

Can give up ministerial post: Chirag Paswan

Can give up ministerial post: Chirag Paswan

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Union minister Chirag Paswan has caused a flutter by stating he would choose to give up his ministerial berth instead of a compromise on his principles, in keeping with the precedent set by his late father Ram Vilas Paswan.

BMC drops plan to raze illegal portion of Dharavi mosque after protest

BMC drops plan to raze illegal portion of Dharavi mosque after protest

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

A large number of police personnel have been deployed there to prevent any untoward incident in view of the prevailing situation, he said.

Agnipath Riots: Why The Youth Are Angry

Agnipath Riots: Why The Youth Are Angry

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

What is the lure of a government job? The answer is India's worst kept secret: Job security. And among the many government jobs desperately sought after is in the armed forces. Which is why the riots by aspiring armed forces job seekers against the government's Agnipath scheme should not really be surprising, points out Harishchandra.

Like Lord Shiva drank poison, Modi endured pain: Shah on Gujarat riots ruling

Like Lord Shiva drank poison, Modi endured pain: Shah on Gujarat riots ruling

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

'Modiji did not say anything so that there was no influence. He endured all this silently'

Delhi riots accused objects to recusal by judge hearing his plea on media leak

Delhi riots accused objects to recusal by judge hearing his plea on media leak

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Emphasising that the plea has been heard substantially, Aggarwal said the application "calls for strictest handling" as it has been filed with an "ulterior motive".

The Big Mistakes Which Cost India

The Big Mistakes Which Cost India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Poor batting, poor leadership, clueless coaches...

Blow to Imran Khan as Pak govt to ban his party for anti-state activities

Blow to Imran Khan as Pak govt to ban his party for anti-state activities

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Khan, 71, has been lodged at the Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on account of multiple cases against him.

24K cops, drones to be deployed in Mumbai for Ganesh immersion

24K cops, drones to be deployed in Mumbai for Ganesh immersion

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

In view of the possible traffic snarls, as faithful throng roads in large numbers to witness the immersion processions, the city police will create a 'green corridor' for seamless movement of vehicles and connectivity between eastern and western suburbs, he said.

Days after violence, Bahraich shopkeepers get demolition notices

Days after violence, Bahraich shopkeepers get demolition notices

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Shopkeepers in Bahraich scrambled to salvage their goods on Saturday, apprehending a demolition drive by the authorities. According to a local lawmaker, the Public Works Department has served demolition notices to 23 establishments -- 20 of them belonging to Muslims.

Delhi riots: Court cites Godhra case, orders trial separation

Delhi riots: Court cites Godhra case, orders trial separation

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

Taking a cue from judicial precedent of Gujarat's Godhra riots cases, a Delhi court on Tuesday ordered separation of trial of accused on the ground of their faith in a murder of a 24-year-old man during the north-east Delhi communal riots, saying there was an "assortment" of undertrials and one trial would prejudice their defence as they belong to Hindu and Muslim religions.

Congress spokesperson booked for hate speech in Kerala

Congress spokesperson booked for hate speech in Kerala

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

The poll panel received the complaint from a native of Thiruvananthapuram, they said.

Run bulldozers on BJP headquarters, Shah's house to end riots: AAP

Run bulldozers on BJP headquarters, Shah's house to end riots: AAP

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

With the sole motive of triggering communal violence and riots, the BJP got Rohingyas and Bangladeshis 'illegally' settled in different parts of the country in the last eight years, the AAP alleged.

Ananya Can't CTRL Her Excitement!

Ananya Can't CTRL Her Excitement!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Tovino catches up with Suriya and Karthi... Malavika misses the wilderness...Shamita discovers a new passion...

Europa PIX: Maguire to United's rescue; Ajax held after fan trouble

Europa PIX: Maguire to United's rescue; Ajax held after fan trouble

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday

Rahul Gandhi Must Be Careful About What He Says

Rahul Gandhi Must Be Careful About What He Says

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

In the volatile international situation where 'nativism' is on the rise and immigrant communities are being targeted, the Leader of the Opposition's statement is like adding fuel to fire. If the Indian diaspora numbering 4 crores is threatened it will constitute a grave threat to national security, warns Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Silver medallist Bindyarani worried about family in riots-hit Manipur

Silver medallist Bindyarani worried about family in riots-hit Manipur

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Bindyarani Devi wondered if the news of her silver medal-winning effort at the Asian Championships 2023 had reached her parents, in violence-hit Manipur.

Tension in Maha city over remark against Prophet

Tension in Maha city over remark against Prophet

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

A large group of Muslim community members gathered outside the City Chowk police station to demand action against Ramgiri Maharaj, alleging that he made objectionable comments against Prophet Mohammad and Islam, they said.

Dangerous narrative: BJP slams Rahul's remarks on Sikhs

Dangerous narrative: BJP slams Rahul's remarks on Sikhs

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

"I condemn is the strongest terms the statement he has made about Sikhs not being able to wear turbans and kadas," the BJP leader from the Sikh community said.

Sharjeel Imam gets bail in sedition case over Jamia riots, will stay in jail

Sharjeel Imam gets bail in sedition case over Jamia riots, will stay in jail

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

A Delhi court on Friday granted bail to former JNU student Sharjeel Imam in a sedition case in which he was accused of instigating the Jamia riots in New Delhi in 2019.

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

Those raising Memon's grave were hiding during Mumbai riots: Shiv Sena

Those raising Memon's grave were hiding during Mumbai riots: Shiv Sena

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

The Shiv Sena on Monday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party by claiming that those who are crying hoarse over the grave of Yakub Memon, executed for his role in the 1993 serial blasts, were "hiding in burrows" during the Mumbai riots.

The General Who Stood By His Convictions

The General Who Stood By His Convictions

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

'General Paddy was amongst the last line of generals who stood by his convictions and brooked no interference in matters which were his domain.' Lieutenant General Zameer Uddin Shah (retd) salutes his former chief who passed away on August 19.

Ananya, Kriti, Kartik Really Love...

Ananya, Kriti, Kartik Really Love...

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

On the occasion of International Dog Day, here are a few B-Town pet parents with the love of their lives.

JNU ex-student Umar Khalid denied bail in 2020 Delhi riots case

JNU ex-student Umar Khalid denied bail in 2020 Delhi riots case

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

A Delhi court on Thursday denied bail to former JNU student Umar Khalid in a case of larger conspiracy in connection with Delhi riots during February 2020.

PIX: People across country celebrate Diwali with pomp

PIX: People across country celebrate Diwali with pomp

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Keeping up his tradition of celebrating the festival with soldiers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Sir Creek near the Indo-Pak border in Gujarat's Kutch district and offered sweets to jawans.

Dying man forced to sing national anthem: HC orders CBI probe

Dying man forced to sing national anthem: HC orders CBI probe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

In a video clip that had gone viral on social media, Faizan, along with four other Muslim men, was seen being beaten up by policemen while being forced to sing the national anthem and 'Vande Mataram'.