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Follow Advani's example: Shotgun's veiled advice to Jaitley to resign

Follow Advani's example: Shotgun's veiled advice to Jaitley to resign

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Sinha hailed Kirti Azad as 'hero of the day', takes a dig at BJP saying 'party with a difference has become party with differences'.

Mehul Choksi: 'I want to clear my name'

Mehul Choksi: 'I want to clear my name'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

'I was shocked by the kidnapping episode. I could have lost my life.'

Did former PMO, finance minister bailout Vijay Mallya?

Did former PMO, finance minister bailout Vijay Mallya?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

The office of former prime minister Manmohan Singh may have taken a special interest to try and keep afloat Vijay Mallya's ailing Kingfisher Airlines against the run of play, e-mails and letters claiming this and accessed by CNN-News18 indicate.

After Jain, Sisodia hospitalised as Delhi deadlock continues

After Jain, Sisodia hospitalised as Delhi deadlock continues

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

While Jain went on indefinite fast at the LG's office on Tuesday, Sisodia had been on a hunger strike since Wednesday.

Railway minister announces new safety measures for Mumbai trains

Railway minister announces new safety measures for Mumbai trains

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

The announcement came after marathon meetings held by the minister with senior railway board officials since Friday.

'Would intervene if...': Trump rakes up Kashmir again

'Would intervene if...': Trump rakes up Kashmir again

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

"I think they are fantastic people - Khan and Modi -- I mean. I would imagine they could get along very well, but if they wanted somebody to intervene, to help them.... and I spoke with Pakistan about that and I spoke frankly in (sic) India about it," Trump said.

Army Chief criticises anti-CAA protesters; sparks row

Army Chief criticises anti-CAA protesters; sparks row

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Gen Rawat said, while addressing a gathering at a health summit, leaders emerge from crowds but are not those who lead people in 'inappropriate directions'.

Muzaffarnagar riots: Special Investigation Cell begins probe

Muzaffarnagar riots: Special Investigation Cell begins probe

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

The Special Investigation Cell constituted by Uttar Pradesh government has begun its probe into the 106 cases registered in connection with Muzaffarnagar riots that left 49 people dead.

Cops recover letter exposing 'Maoist plan' to assassinate PM

Cops recover letter exposing 'Maoist plan' to assassinate PM

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

The letter says Maoists want to assassinate Modi the way former PM Rajiv Gandhi was killed, say Maharashtra CM and the state police.

AAP disciplinary committee suspends MLA Devinder Sehrawat

AAP disciplinary committee suspends MLA Devinder Sehrawat

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

The suspension of Bijaswan MLA came after Kejriwal returned to Delhi wrapping up his four-day visit to poll-bound Punjab.

Democracy killed: Oppn slams 'No Question Hour' plan

Democracy killed: Oppn slams 'No Question Hour' plan

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

There will be no Question Hour and private members' bills will not be taken up in the Monsoon session, while the Zero Hour will be restricted.

A verdict that could stall river linking project

A verdict that could stall river linking project

Rediff.com26 May 2017

Every river is a living person, argues Gopal Krishna on the basis of the recent Uttarakhand HC verdict.

'They call me King of Disco'

'They call me King of Disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'Oscar has been given to A R Rahman.' Ringa Ringa Ringa, Choli ki peeche kya hai -- What's the difference? Exactly the same. Also, Jai ho.' 'I did Ramba ho in 1985.' 'Rahman combined three of my songs and got Best Original Score.' 'The Ho came from me.' 'Bappi Lahiri brought the Ho to Bollywood.'

Tharoor clarifies media 'self-appointed liars and scum' comment

Tharoor clarifies media 'self-appointed liars and scum' comment

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Tharoor on Twitter explained his outburst when he called members of the media self-appointed liars and scum

BJP calls Kumaraswamy 'accidental chief minister'

BJP calls Kumaraswamy 'accidental chief minister'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

The Bharatiya Janata Party has taken a jibe at Kumaraswamy over his Singapore visit to celebrate the new year, at a time when most parts of the state are reeling under drought.

2 arrested for Haryana Cong leader murder; SIT formed

2 arrested for Haryana Cong leader murder; SIT formed

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

Police said there was a dispute between Chaudhary and Kaushal over money.

Colombian woman claims cop made sexual advances

Colombian woman claims cop made sexual advances

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

A 30 year-old Colombian national stuck in Mumbai due to the coronavirus-enforced lockdown has alleged that a junior police officer had made sexual advances towards her at a hotel, according to her complaint.

Terrorist gun down political activist in Pulwama; row over party affiliation

Terrorist gun down political activist in Pulwama; row over party affiliation

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti described Patail as a 'senior Congress leader' while the Congress said he was a 'well-known PDP activist'.

Shooter Bindra to pick Indian archery teams

Shooter Bindra to pick Indian archery teams

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

The development comes a day after the world body de-listed the Archery Association of India for violating the constitution by unanimously electing two parallel bodies in Chandigarh and New Delhi.

For India, I'm ready to bat at any slot: Rahane

For India, I'm ready to bat at any slot: Rahane

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

It is highly unlikely that he will be India's number four at the World Cup but India's Test vice-captain is keen to add on to his 90 ODIs.

Dr KK Aggarwal, former IMA president, dies of Covid-19

Dr KK Aggarwal, former IMA president, dies of Covid-19

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Aggarwal, 62, who was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi and was on ventilator support since last week, died at 11.30 pm on Monday after a lengthy battle with Covid-19, according to the statement.

Author Chetan Bhagat apologises for flirtatious WhatsApp chat

Author Chetan Bhagat apologises for flirtatious WhatsApp chat

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

The conversation was shared on the Twitter by a multimedia journalist, who has been collecting various stories of women.

House panel finds 'no evidence' of Trump colluding with Russia during polls

House panel finds 'no evidence' of Trump colluding with Russia during polls

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

However, they conceded that Moscow did interfere in the election, but rejected the conclusion of US intelligence agencies that it had aimed to help Trump win the election.

'Hugplomacy fail': Rahul Gandhi's new dig at PM Modi

'Hugplomacy fail': Rahul Gandhi's new dig at PM Modi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2017

Ribbing Modi, Gandhi on his Twitter handle said "more hugs were urgently needed" between PM Modi and Trump.

Paralympian Deepa Malik told to 'chill' on flight, airline says sorry later

Paralympian Deepa Malik told to 'chill' on flight, airline says sorry later

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Malik, who was travelling on Vistara's Mumbai-Delhi flight UK 902 on Tuesday when the incident happened, also complained to the airlines about "poor handling" of wheelchair-bound passengers by the airline staff.

Trump sacks US Attorney General Jeff Sessions

Trump sacks US Attorney General Jeff Sessions

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

For the past several months, Trump has been expressing his displeasure at Sessions's functioning in public meetings and social media platform.

#StarSecrets: How Priyanka Chopra shuts down haters

#StarSecrets: How Priyanka Chopra shuts down haters

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

They have mastered the art of winning. And sometimes they give us a peek into how they do it. In this series, we bring you your weekly shot of wisdom from super achievers.

Trump says memo 'totally vindicates' him in Russia probe

Trump says memo 'totally vindicates' him in Russia probe

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

The controversial memo drafted by GOP House Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes alleged the FBI abused its surveillance authority.

SAG: Selection of badminton team shrouded in controversy

SAG: Selection of badminton team shrouded in controversy

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

In a series of tweets, Sawant questioned the selection of the team and urged Badminton Association of India (BAI) president Himanta Biswa Sarma to look into the matter.

Shopian encounter: Captain charged with attempt to destroy evidence

Shopian encounter: Captain charged with attempt to destroy evidence

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

Captain Bhoopendra Singh had also provided wrong information to his superiors and the police about the recovery made during the staged encounter, the charge sheet filed by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police before the chief judicial magistrate in Shopian said.

JNU server room CCTVs not vandalised in Jan 1st week: RTI

JNU server room CCTVs not vandalised in Jan 1st week: RTI

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

JNU's reply to the RTI said the main server was shut down on January 3 and had gone down the next day 'due to power supply disruption'. It also stated that 'no continuous and entire' CCTV footage of cameras was available of the day of attack.

1 killed, 15 injured in Ohio nightclub shooting

1 killed, 15 injured in Ohio nightclub shooting

Rediff.com26 Mar 2017

Hundreds were in the Cameo nightclub when shots broke out, police said.

Kejriwal visits riot-hit areas, blame outsiders for violence

Kejriwal visits riot-hit areas, blame outsiders for violence

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Speaking in the Delhi Assembly, the chief minister appealed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah that if required, the Army should be called in to control the situation in the riot-affected areas.

Naxal attack: Delhi govt to award Rs 1 cr to slain jawan's family

Naxal attack: Delhi govt to award Rs 1 cr to slain jawan's family

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday announced a compensation of Rs 1 crore for the family of Narottam Das, the CRPF jawan who lost his life in a Naxal attack in Bihar.

Mumbai flooded: Sena trolled on Twitter, Oppn slams govt

Mumbai flooded: Sena trolled on Twitter, Oppn slams govt

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

As Mumbai almost came to a halt after overnight rains, netizens and Mumbaikars took a dig at the Shiv Sena for the plight of their beloved city.

PM's 'blue-eyed boy' in CBI allowed Mallya to flee: Rahul

PM's 'blue-eyed boy' in CBI allowed Mallya to flee: Rahul

Rediff.com15 Sep 2018

CBI Jt. Director, A K Sharma, weakened Mallya's "Look Out" notice, says Rahul.

Pragya Thakur's tiff with SpiceJet crew delays flight

Pragya Thakur's tiff with SpiceJet crew delays flight

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

The Bhopal MP was was asked to move to a non-emergency row seat as she was on a wheelchair but she refused, causing the flight to delay of almost 45 minutes. Ultimately, she acquiesced and moved.

'Will do the best I can': Trump offers to mediate Kashmir issue

'Will do the best I can': Trump offers to mediate Kashmir issue

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Trump said the tensed situation also has a lot to do with religion. "It's a complicated situation. A lot has to do with religion. Religion is a complicated subject," he said.

UP CM 'downloads' PK, lands in piracy row

UP CM 'downloads' PK, lands in piracy row

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

An inadvertent slip by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav while declaring Bollywood hit PK as tax free has not only earned him criticism on the social media but a social activist has also moved an application for lodging an FIR, accusing him of piracy.

Firemen didn't know there were people inside factory

Firemen didn't know there were people inside factory

Rediff.com8 Dec 2019

The incident turned out to be the biggest fire tragedy in the national capital since the Uphaar Cinema blaze in 1997, when 59 people died.