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Kohli's masterly hundred helps Delhi down Andhra

Kohli's masterly hundred helps Delhi down Andhra

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Kohli, Simarjeet sparkle as Delhi down Andhra by 4 wickets in Vijay Hazare Trophy

ISL to get a tech makeover with video support system!

ISL to get a tech makeover with video support system!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

AIFF's RFP: No franchisee fee for clubs in ISL, commercial partner to provide video support system

Will New Sports Bill Be A Game Changer?

Will New Sports Bill Be A Game Changer?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Salient features of the National Sports Governance Bill that promise to overhaul several aspects of sports governance and the grievance redressal system for athletes and administrators alike in the country.

'Every Indian Is A Potential Illegal Immigrant'

'Every Indian Is A Potential Illegal Immigrant'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'The long term strategy is that this government wants to create a second class citizen list.'

India plans new migration law amid US deportations

India plans new migration law amid US deportations

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

The proposed legislation on Emigration (Overseas Mobility (Facilitation and Welfare) Bill, 2024) seeks to replace the Emigration Act of 1983 with a view to facilitate the circular mobility of people intending to emigrate for overseas employment.

From no grounds to Ranji final: Kerala cricket's rise

From no grounds to Ranji final: Kerala cricket's rise

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Kerala advanced to their maiden Ranji Trophy final after clinching a dramatic two-run first-innings lead over Gujarat in the semi-finals on Friday.

Not Pant...meet India B's unexpected hero

Not Pant...meet India B's unexpected hero

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Musheer Khan's unbeaten 105 rescued India B after India A bowlers reduced them to 94 for seven on the first day of the Duleep Trophy match at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Is Nuclear Deal PM Singh's Biggest Achievement?

Is Nuclear Deal PM Singh's Biggest Achievement?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The India-US nuclear deal was aimed at ending India's nuclear isolation and nuclear apartheid, recalls Rup Narayan Das.

'Govt Unsure How To Fire Economy Upwards'

'Govt Unsure How To Fire Economy Upwards'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

'I am optimistic about the Budget because of the fiscal discipline the government has committed to.'

CAA gets rolling as govt issues citizenship certificates

CAA gets rolling as govt issues citizenship certificates

Rediff.com15 May 2024

The CAA was enacted in December 2019 for granting Indian nationality to persecuted non-Muslim migrants from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan who came to India on or before December 31, 2014. These include Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists, Parsis and Christians.

'Every Election, BJP Unleashes This Demon...'

'Every Election, BJP Unleashes This Demon...'

Rediff.com3 May 2024

'... dividing society not just on religious lines, but also creating rift in families and among brothers and sisters.'

Could Kavach train protection system have avoided triple train crash?

Could Kavach train protection system have avoided triple train crash?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Indian railways has developed its own automatic train protection system called Kavach for enhancing safety of running trains.

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Although the credit for acquiring the technological skill must be given to India's outstanding nuclear scientists, the decision to go nuclear was a political one that entailed clarity of vision, courage and resolve, points out Rup Narayan Das.

'Speaker's order not on same page as SC's directions'

'Speaker's order not on same page as SC's directions'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

'Approaching the SC, getting a favourable decision and overturning the situation (the speaker's order), will be too much to ask for in too short time.'

Govt tweaks flag code; now can be flown day and night

Govt tweaks flag code; now can be flown day and night

Rediff.com23 Jul 2022

The move came as the government is going to launch a 'Har Ghar Tiranga' (hoisting of flag in every home) from August 13 to 15 as part of the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'.

Parliament nod for data protection bill, to come into force in 10 months

Parliament nod for data protection bill, to come into force in 10 months

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday passed the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 by voice vote following a walkout by opposition members over the Manipur issue.

India's Foreign Trade Policy 2023 eyes $2 trillion exports by 2030

India's Foreign Trade Policy 2023 eyes $2 trillion exports by 2030

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

The government on Friday came out with Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023 which seeks to boost the country's exports to $2 trillion by 2030 by shifting from incentives to remission and entitlement based regime. Unlike the practice of announcing 5-year FTP, the latest policy has no end date and will be updated as and when needed, said Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) Santosh Sarangi while briefing media about FTP 2023. Earlier, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal unveiled FTP 2023 which will come into effect from April 1, 2023.

Sebi allows firms to send statement instead of ann

Sebi allows firms to send statement instead of ann

Rediff.com26 Apr 2007

Sebi has allowed listed companies to send only salient features of the balance sheet to their shareholders instead of the complete report.

Delhi HC says border skirmishes show leaner, fitter Army needed

Delhi HC says border skirmishes show leaner, fitter Army needed

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Policy decisions, particularly those which have wide-ranging implications on the nation's health and security, should be decided by bodies best suited to do so, the Delhi high court said on Monday while refusing to interfere with the Agnipath scheme.

Some progress, but...: Jaishankar on Sino-India talks over LAC row

Some progress, but...: Jaishankar on Sino-India talks over LAC row

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

Jaishankar said so far there was no "visible expression" of the talks on ground.

The SHIELD Manmohan Singh is counting on

The SHIELD Manmohan Singh is counting on

Rediff.com3 Jan 2014

As Prime Minister Manmohan Singh readies to face some tough questions in his interaction with mediapersons on Friday, he will largely base his arguments on a performance report of the United Progressive Alliance government.

Mudgal Committee submits Draft Sports Bill to government

Mudgal Committee submits Draft Sports Bill to government

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Setting up of an Appellate Sports Tribunal and a Sports Election Commission and provisions to bar charge-sheeted persons from contesting elections are some of the salient features included in the Draft National Sports Development Bill 2013 which was presented to the government on Wednesday.

Curse of Indian youth: Vanishing job opportunities

Curse of Indian youth: Vanishing job opportunities

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

The drought of appropriate employment opportunities and rising incidences of unemployed educated graduates fail to inspire confidence about the future, says Kunal Kumar Kundu

Cabinet approves National Telecom Policy

Cabinet approves National Telecom Policy

Rediff.com31 May 2012

The main thrust of the policy is on the multiplier effect and transformational impact of such services on the overall economy.

Pak panel on Osama bin laden submits report to PM

Pak panel on Osama bin laden submits report to PM

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

A judicial commission that probed world's most wanted terrorist Osama bin Laden's presence in Pakistan submitted its report today to Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf though the findings of the panel were not made public.

PIC: Sachin, Rekha take Parliament tuition from Pranab

PIC: Sachin, Rekha take Parliament tuition from Pranab

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

Members of Parliament Rekha and Sachin Tendulkar called on President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday morning accompanied by Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Rajeev Shukla.

Parliamentary panel wants YOUR opinion on Lokpal

Parliamentary panel wants YOUR opinion on Lokpal

Rediff.com20 Aug 2011

A parliamentary committee has sought public opinion and suggestions on the Lokpal Bill, giving people 15 days to send their feedback on the measure, which proposes to create an anti-corruption watchdog.

Govt launches 24X7 toll free mental rehabilitation helpline

Govt launches 24X7 toll free mental rehabilitation helpline

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

The helpline 'KIRAN' (1800-599-0019) was launched by Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Thaawarchand Gehlot. The helpline will offer mental health rehabilitation services with the objective of early screening, first aid, psychological support, distress management, mental well being, promoting positive behaviour and psychological crisis management, the minister said.

AUKUS And The Militarization Of Indo Pacific

AUKUS And The Militarization Of Indo Pacific

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Although the pact would focus mainly on the Pacific and the South China Sea region, any action designed to deter China with or without New Delhi's active participation is a welcome move, notes Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

Lokpal Bill gets final touches, Cabinet meet today

Lokpal Bill gets final touches, Cabinet meet today

Rediff.com19 Dec 2011

Amid the government's keenness to introduce Lokpal Bill in Parliament before the end of the winter session on December 22, the Union Cabinet on Sunday night had informal discussions on the much-hyped legislation which is expected to be taken up by the Cabinet formally on Monday.

BJP plans mega exercise to reach out to farmers

BJP plans mega exercise to reach out to farmers

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar has held a series of meetings with MPs and Union ministers from Punjab and Haryana and surrounding states, and virtual interactions with state agricultural ministers of all BJP-led National Democratic Alliance ruled states where he briefed them about the merits of the two bills, the sources said.

All you need to know about the Citizen's Charter Bill

All you need to know about the Citizen's Charter Bill

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

The Right of Citizens for Time Bound Delivery of Goods and Services and Redressal of their Grievances Bill, 2011 was tabled in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday by V Narayanasamy, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.

Age factor makes bill on sexual offences controversial

Age factor makes bill on sexual offences controversial

Rediff.com4 May 2012

A clash between provisions in the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Bill 2011, on the age for consent is the reason for much debate, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

Private sector involvement in defence R&D made easier

Private sector involvement in defence R&D made easier

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday unveiled a new version of the procurement manual of the premier military research institute Defence Research and Development Organisation featuring simplified procedures for the involvement of the private sector in various research and development projects.

New Rs 10 notes soon; old ones to remain valid

New Rs 10 notes soon; old ones to remain valid

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

Dimension of the banknote will be 63 mm by 123 mm.

Anna's demand met; LS to discuss Jan Lokpal

Anna's demand met; LS to discuss Jan Lokpal

Rediff.com25 Aug 2011

Anna Hazare's major demand is set to be met with the government on Thursday deciding to have a discussion in the Lok Sabha on Friday on the Jan Lokpal Bill.

PM talks up nation's mood on Independence Day

PM talks up nation's mood on Independence Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2010

Here are the salient features of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's Independence Day speech.

UPSC IES, ISS exam

UPSC IES, ISS exam

Rediff.com15 Jun 2009

The Union Public Service Commission will hold the Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Examination, 2009 commencing from November 21, 2009 for recruitment to Grade IV of the Indian Economic Statistical Service.

As monkeypox cases rise overseas, govt issues do's and don'ts

As monkeypox cases rise overseas, govt issues do's and don'ts

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Amid increasing cases of monkeypox being reported in non-endemic countries, the government on Tuesday issued guidelines directing district surveillance units to consider even one such case as an outbreak and initiating a detailed investigation through the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme.