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CBI summons Akhilesh as witness in illegal mining case

CBI summons Akhilesh as witness in illegal mining case

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

The case pertains to the issuance of mining leases in alleged violation of e-tendering process. The Allahabad High Court had ordered the probe.

I-T raids SP leader Azam Khan's premises in UP, MP

I-T raids SP leader Azam Khan's premises in UP, MP

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The I-T probe is related to some trusts run by Khan and his family members, the sources said.

Tough Fight For Mumbai's 'Muslim Leader'

Tough Fight For Mumbai's 'Muslim Leader'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'In this assembly election, Muslims here will vote for one who works, but also one who safeguards their identity.' 'Their existence is more important they feel, than a faulty light meter. So yes, a Muslim representative will make a difference.'

INDIA leaders to participate in exit poll debates

INDIA leaders to participate in exit poll debates

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) parties on Saturday announced that they will participate in the exit poll debates on television on Saturday evening after the grouping's top leaders met and deliberated on the issue at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's residence.

Parl panel meet over Waqf bill sees heated arguments, Oppn walkout

Parl panel meet over Waqf bill sees heated arguments, Oppn walkout

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

A meeting of the joint committee of Parliament on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill on Friday witnessed fireworks with members vociferously opposing certain provisions of the draft legislation, leading to a brief walkout by opposition members.

Modiji Blesses Anant-Radhika

Modiji Blesses Anant-Radhika

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi on Saturday blessed the newly wed couple Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant after their wedding that was attended by global celebrities, business tycoons and politicians.

FIR against woman who claims Ravi Kishan is her daughter's father

FIR against woman who claims Ravi Kishan is her daughter's father

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

The FIR was registered late Tuesday night at the Hazratganj police station on a complaint by Ravi Kishan's wife Preeti Shukla.

Men shouldn't be ladies' tailors: UP women's panel

Men shouldn't be ladies' tailors: UP women's panel

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The radical raft of suggestions, which includes men not being allowed to take women's measurements and installing CCTV cameras, followed a meeting held on October 28.

Akhilesh takes over Bahujan movement from Mayawati: BSP founding member

Akhilesh takes over Bahujan movement from Mayawati: BSP founding member

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Newly elected Samajwadi Party MP RK Chaudhary, one of the founders of the Bahujan Samaj Party, has claimed BSP chief Mayawati has been ignoring the Bahujan movement which has led to her party's rout in these Lok Sabha polls.

Rahul Gandhi's yatra to skip western UP, here's why

Rahul Gandhi's yatra to skip western UP, here's why

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has decided to cut short his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Uttar Pradesh by skipping western part of the state and saving five days, a party leader said on Monday while citing board exams.

View: Keeping the Samajwadi flock together

View: Keeping the Samajwadi flock together

Rediff.com9 Jan 2010

The stranglehold of Mulayam's family on the party is at the centre of the debate.

Delhi basement tragedy: LS demands inquiry, RS defers debate

Delhi basement tragedy: LS demands inquiry, RS defers debate

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Officials have said an absence of drainage system and safety measures, and use of basement for commercial activities in violation of norms led to the death of three civil services aspirants at the coaching centre.

SP beats BJP in UP's Ghosi, makes it 4 for INDIA, 3 for NDA

SP beats BJP in UP's Ghosi, makes it 4 for INDIA, 3 for NDA

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

rivals Congress, JMM and TMC and Samajwadi Party.

Behave or face my wrath, Mulayam tells Samajwadis

Behave or face my wrath, Mulayam tells Samajwadis

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Speaking at a special function organised at the Lohia Park in Lucknow to mark the 45th death anniversary of his party ideologue and highly rated socialist leader Dr Ram Manohar Lohia, the SP patriarch said, "I am keeping a vigilant eye on the activities of all ministers; and let it be loud and clear that any behaviour unbecoming of the high office they are holding, will not miss my attention."

After reunion, Shivpal urges Mainpuri people to call Akhilesh 'Chhote Netaji'

After reunion, Shivpal urges Mainpuri people to call Akhilesh 'Chhote Netaji'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Shivpal Yadav is campaigning for Akhilesh Yadav's wife Dimple Yadav in Mainpuri seat, which fell vacant due to the death of Mulayam Singh Yadav.

UP bypolls: Is SP's seat snub to Cong linked to Haryana rout?

UP bypolls: Is SP's seat snub to Cong linked to Haryana rout?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Despite this setback, Pandey emphasised that discussions regarding ticket distribution are ongoing and solutions will be found through timely communication.

30 killed, 60 injured in stampede amid rush of pilgrims at Maha Kumbh

30 killed, 60 injured in stampede amid rush of pilgrims at Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

At least 30 people were killed and 60 others injured in a pre-dawn stampede at the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh early on Wednesday as crores of pilgrims jostled for space to take a holy dip on the occasion of one of the most auspicious days of Mauni Amavasya, officials said.

'Overconfidence' hurt BJP's expectations in LS polls: Yogi

'Overconfidence' hurt BJP's expectations in LS polls: Yogi

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

The opposition, which had earlier accepted defeat, is again jumping around today, the UP CM said.

'Muslims of UP will go with Congress'

'Muslims of UP will go with Congress'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Nobody is speaking up for Muslims today.' 'Secular parties too have calmed down because they feel this will hurt the Hindu vote (bank).' 'In this scenario, where does a Muslim go?'

Is England Planning To Use Akhilesh?

Is England Planning To Use Akhilesh?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

With England white ball star batters Jonny Bairstow and Jos Buttler in indifferent form, could England summon a batter with excellent knowledge of local conditions?

'Misuse' of agencies: SC to hear Opposition parties' plea on April 5

'Misuse' of agencies: SC to hear Opposition parties' plea on April 5

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

According to the list of business uploaded on the apex court website, the plea of opposition parties would be heard on April 5 by a three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud.

Bahraich murder accused shot at while fleeing to Nepal

Bahraich murder accused shot at while fleeing to Nepal

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

The accused were allegedly trying to flee to Nepal, which shares a border with Bahraich district in Uttar Pradesh, the officer said.

Akhilesh Sniffs Smell Of Success In Kannauj

Akhilesh Sniffs Smell Of Success In Kannauj

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Akhilesh Yadav replaced his nephew Tej Pratap Yadav and decided to contest the Kannauj seat himself.

Modi to move resolution to elect Birla as Speaker

Modi to move resolution to elect Birla as Speaker

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will move the motion today in the Lok Sabha to choose Om Birla as the Speaker of the lower house amid a tussle for the post with the opposition's Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).

Thackeray, Shinde factions face-off at party office in BMC

Thackeray, Shinde factions face-off at party office in BMC

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

The rival Shiv Sena factions led by Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde faced off on Wednesday evening at the party's office at the civic headquarters in south Mumbai. Tension had prevailed for an hour on the premises till police intervened.

At INDIA meet, AAP demands seat-sharing talks for all states

At INDIA meet, AAP demands seat-sharing talks for all states

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

When asked what transpired at the informal meeting of the alliance leaders in the evening, the Delhi chief minister said his party sought seat-sharing discussions for all the states.

Cracks in SP-led alliance, Rajbhar to support Murmu

Cracks in SP-led alliance, Rajbhar to support Murmu

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

The SBSP has six MLAs in the Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly.

From Tharoor to Supriya Sule: List of MPs suspended from Lok Sabha

From Tharoor to Supriya Sule: List of MPs suspended from Lok Sabha

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Here's the full list of 49 MPs suspended from Lok Sabha:

Parl's stormy monsoon session ends; productivity of LS 136%, RS 118%

Parl's stormy monsoon session ends; productivity of LS 136%, RS 118%

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat in the Olympics after being found overweight before the final bout also saw the government and Opposition come to blows in Parliament.

Boost to BJP in UP, OBC leader Rajbhar returns to NDA

Boost to BJP in UP, OBC leader Rajbhar returns to NDA

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Shah on Sunday tweeted a picture of their meeting and welcomed the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party leader to the NDA.

Ramcharitmanas row: Ayodhya seer declares Rs 21L bounty on Maurya's head

Ramcharitmanas row: Ayodhya seer declares Rs 21L bounty on Maurya's head

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

The mahant, Raju Das, said that burning of pages from the Ramcharitmanas by the Akhil Bharatiya OBC Mahasabha in Lucknow on Sunday too was Maurya' work.

Will Azam Khan's loyalists vote for his alternative in Rampur LS seat?

Will Azam Khan's loyalists vote for his alternative in Rampur LS seat?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Khan, who is currently lodged in Sitapur jail, has been replaced by Mohibullah Nadvi, a cleric of a mosque located on Delhi's Parliament Street.

Kannauj survivor's aunt helped former block head rape her

Kannauj survivor's aunt helped former block head rape her

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The aunt of the minor girl, who was allegedly raped by former block head Nawab Singh Yadav at a private college in Kannauj, has been arrested, police said on Wednesday.

Doors open to all small parties to defeat BJP in 2022: Akhilesh

Doors open to all small parties to defeat BJP in 2022: Akhilesh

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

On possible alliances for the upcoming state polls, the SP president said, "Doors of our party are open for all small parties. Many smaller parties are already with us. More will come with us."

Helicopter 'stolen' in truck in UP? Police clarifies

Helicopter 'stolen' in truck in UP? Police clarifies

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Police said they had received a complaint from one Ravindra Singh, a pilot with SAR Aviation Service Private Limited, who alleged that his firm's helicopter was stolen. Singh claimed that the chopper was taken away in parts in a truck by some people in May. He claimed that he was assaulted when he confronted those people.

UP police books SP's Swami Prasad Maurya for Ramcharitmanas remarks

UP police books SP's Swami Prasad Maurya for Ramcharitmanas remarks

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

The FIR was registered following a complaint by Shivendra Mishra, a resident of Aishbagh locality in Bazar Khala area of Uttar Pradesh, he said.

The shocking Samajwadi take on RAPES in UP

The shocking Samajwadi take on RAPES in UP

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Amid all-round attack on Akhilesh Yadav government over rape incidents, Samajwadi Party leaders on Wednesday gave weird arguments, saying sometimes when relationship between girls and boys come out in open, it is "termed as rape".

'Don't Play With Kejriwal's Life'

'Don't Play With Kejriwal's Life'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Glimpses from the Great Election Carnival on Sunday, April 21, 2024

BJP, SP spar over pictures of witness Umesh Pal murder accused with leaders

BJP, SP spar over pictures of witness Umesh Pal murder accused with leaders

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

The Congress, meanwhile, alleged that both the Samajwadi Party and the BJP are hand-in-glove with the criminals and were two sides of the same coin.

Price for Samajwadi support = Oust Mayawati

Price for Samajwadi support = Oust Mayawati

Rediff.com14 Jul 2008

That will be the last pound of flesh Mulayam Singh and Amar Singh wish to extract for the support they are giving the dying Congress party. Fortuitously, the Congress too wants a similar outcome.