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Ranji Trophy: Jackson, bowlers put Saurashtra in control

Ranji Trophy: Jackson, bowlers put Saurashtra in control

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Saurashtra's middle-order batter Sheldon Jackson followed in senior teammate Cheteshwar Pujara's footsteps, completing his century on day two of their Ranji Trophy Group A tie against Rajasthan to guide the defending champions to a 300-plus total in Jaipur on Saturday.

From Siachen to Andaman, Army marks Yoga Day at 100 spots

From Siachen to Andaman, Army marks Yoga Day at 100 spots

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

Indian Army personnel on Wednesday conducted yoga sessions at more than 100 locations along the country's land and maritime borders, forming a 'Bharatmala' on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga.

Artefacts from Himachal, Gujarat among Modi's gifts to G20 leaders

Artefacts from Himachal, Gujarat among Modi's gifts to G20 leaders

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Artworks and traditional items representing the rich heritage of Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh were Prime Minister Narendra Modi's choice of presents to world leaders during the G-20 summit in Bali.

'Respect for rule of law...': US says watching Rahul's case

'Respect for rule of law...': US says watching Rahul's case

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

'It is normal and standard for the United States to engage with members of opposition parties in any country where it has bilateral relationships'

Modi surname case: SC to hear Rahul's plea on July 21

Modi surname case: SC to hear Rahul's plea on July 21

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

A bench of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices PS Narasimha and Manoj Mishra agreed to hear the plea after senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, appearing for Gandhi, sought listing of the appeal on July 21 or July 24.

Betrayal of Gandhian philosophy: Indian-American Congressman on Rahul

Betrayal of Gandhian philosophy: Indian-American Congressman on Rahul

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

"This is not what my grandfather sacrificed years in jail for," Ro Khanna said.

Rahul Gandhi's disqualification against Constitution: Sharad Pawar

Rahul Gandhi's disqualification against Constitution: Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's disqualification as a Lok Sabha member was against the basic tenets of the Constitution and was a 'condemnable' move that highlighted the curtailment of democratic values, Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar has said.

Ranji: Badoni hits century; Saxena destroys Bengal

Ranji: Badoni hits century; Saxena destroys Bengal

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

Roundup of Ranji Trophy matched played on Sunday

Congress plans mass agitation, to meet Prez Murmu to discuss Rahul's conviction

Congress plans mass agitation, to meet Prez Murmu to discuss Rahul's conviction

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said the party will hold a meeting with other opposition leaders in the morning and would stage a protest march from the Parliament House to Vijay Chowk.

'Pathetic and casteist mindset': BJP slams Rahul Gandhi

'Pathetic and casteist mindset': BJP slams Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

"Now, Rahul Gandhi calls the entire OBC community thieves. He gets flak in the courts but he refuses to apologise thus showing how deep-rooted his hatred for OBCs is. The people of India did not forgive him in 2019. In 2024 the punishment will be more severe," he said.

SC agrees to hear pleas for CBI probe in Palghar lynching case

SC agrees to hear pleas for CBI probe in Palghar lynching case

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

The state government had earlier told the apex court that the Maharashtra Police has punished "delinquent" policemen for dereliction of duties in the alleged lynching incident and sought dismissal of pleas seeking a CBI probe.

Consumer forum rejects ex-CJI's kin plea for Rs 10 cr damages for death

Consumer forum rejects ex-CJI's kin plea for Rs 10 cr damages for death

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has dismissed a complaint filed by the family of former Chief Justice Of India J S Verma alleging he died because of medical negligence during his treatment.

Cong in talks with Oppn parties for no-trust motion against LS Speaker Birla

Cong in talks with Oppn parties for no-trust motion against LS Speaker Birla

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

They said the proposal to bring a motion was mooted at the meeting of party MPs this morning and Congress leaders are now talking to other party leaders over it.

Sena sacks Eknath Shinde from party post after revolt

Sena sacks Eknath Shinde from party post after revolt

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Shinde has been replaced with Ajay Choudhury, Raut told reporters.

Should have been more careful with words: Why court turned down Rahul's plea

Should have been more careful with words: Why court turned down Rahul's plea

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

A court in Surat in Gujarat on Thursday rejected Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's plea for stay on conviction in a defamation case that saw him being disqualified as Lok Sabha MP by observing he should have been "more careful with his words" since he was a member of Parliament and the then president of the country's second largest political party.

'Hawa nikal gayi': Rahul gets furious at journalist

'Hawa nikal gayi': Rahul gets furious at journalist

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

Don't pretend to be a pressman. Why don't you ask better questions, asked Rahul Gandhi.

BJP sees plot within Congress in not challenging lower court verdict on Rahul

BJP sees plot within Congress in not challenging lower court verdict on Rahul

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Both the BJP leaders asserted that Gandhi's disqualification was a natural outcome of the law as the Supreme Court has made it clear that a lawmaker stands disqualified from the time of his conviction.

Sentenced to attract disqualification, Rahul tells court in appeal

Sentenced to attract disqualification, Rahul tells court in appeal

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday told a sessions court in Surat his conviction by a magistrate's court in a 2019 defamation case over his "Modi surname" remark was erroneous, patently perverse, and he was sentenced in a manner so as to attract disqualification as a member of Parliament.

All eyes on AAP ahead of counting of votes in Gujarat polls

All eyes on AAP ahead of counting of votes in Gujarat polls

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Aiming to breach the Bharatiya Janata Party's Gujarat bastion, the Aam Aadmi Party fielded its candidate to contest all 182 assembly seats and carried out a high decibel campaign in the run-up to the polls in Gujarat.

Sena rebel Eknath Shinde in Assam, claims 40 MLAs with him

Sena rebel Eknath Shinde in Assam, claims 40 MLAs with him

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Shinde said MLAs are keen on continuing the Sena founded by late Balasaheb Thackeray.

India becoming world's 5th largest economy is no ordinary feat: Modi

India becoming world's 5th largest economy is no ordinary feat: Modi

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India has become the fifth largest economy in the world and this is not an ordinary achievement. "Every Indian is feeling proud of it. We need to maintain this enthusiasm," Modi said. He was virtually addressing beneficiaries of various government schemes and those present at a mega medical camp organised in Olpad area of Surat city in Gujarat, where the Assembly polls are due later this year.

My Days With The Mahatma

My Days With The Mahatma

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

'The sudden arrests and detentions of all Working Committee members led to mass satyagraha.' 'I found myself helpless as the source of my income, from which I sent a portion to my parents in the village, had suddenly stopped.'

Rain fury kills 6 in Gujarat, over 27,000 evacuated

Rain fury kills 6 in Gujarat, over 27,000 evacuated

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Heavy downpour continued in various parts of Gujarat on Tuesday and six people died in rain-related incidents in the last 24 hours, raising the toll to 69 since June 1, officials said.

Swedish furnishing major IKEA to bring in funding arm, expand retail biz

Swedish furnishing major IKEA to bring in funding arm, expand retail biz

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Swedish furnishing major IKEA, part of the Ingka Group, is inviting its investment arm - Ingka Investments - to India, a senior company executive said during an interaction in New Delhi. The move suggests that the group is looking at India as a priority market. The areas of investments being considered by Ingka Investments could range from taking stake in companies across sectors such as renewables, recycling, real estate, and software which synergise with IKEA's broader retail requirements.

BJP MLA files objection in Guj court over Rahul plea for stay on conviction

BJP MLA files objection in Guj court over Rahul plea for stay on conviction

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

The MLA appeared before the court of additional sessions judge RP Mogera and filed a 30-page objection to the former Congress president's plea for staying his conviction, his lawyer Ketan Reshamwala said.

Being poor is no reason to not follow rule of law, says SC

Being poor is no reason to not follow rule of law, says SC

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

While hearing a matter relating to encroachment on railway land in Gujarat, the apex court observed that when the Constitution recognises rule of law, it has to be adhered to by one and all.

Uddhav vs Shinde: How the crisis unfolded

Uddhav vs Shinde: How the crisis unfolded

Rediff.com11 May 2023

The timeline of the Shiv Sena-centric political crisis in Maharashtra.

How This 'Rebel' Sena MLA Escaped

How This 'Rebel' Sena MLA Escaped

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

'Had it not been for his presence of mind, he would have been in Guwahati now.'

The Divine Journey Of Lord Jagannath

The Divine Journey Of Lord Jagannath

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

During the Rath Yatra, Lord Jagannath, his elder brother Balabhadra and younger sister Subhadra are carried from their home temple to another temple, located in what is believed to be their aunt's home.

In show of strength, Shinde flaunts 42 MLAs

In show of strength, Shinde flaunts 42 MLAs

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

This includes 34 MLAs from the Shiv Sena and 8 Independent MLAs.

I apologise for RS seat row, no tapasya bigger than Rahul's: Pawan Khera

I apologise for RS seat row, no tapasya bigger than Rahul's: Pawan Khera

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Sunday apologised for his tapasya tweet after not getting a Rajya Sabha nomination from his party last year, saying he did so in "selfishness" but has realised his mistake drawing inspiration from Rahul Gandhi who "shuns power" and continues his 'tapasya'.

BJP's Hindutva is 'gomutra dhari': Uddhav

BJP's Hindutva is 'gomutra dhari': Uddhav

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Thackeray said people should be aware of how religious issues are raked up to distract their attention from core issues.

Rahul may have to vacate his official bungalow in a month unless...

Rahul may have to vacate his official bungalow in a month unless...

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Following his disqualification as a member of Parliament, Rahul Gandhi may have to vacate his official bungalow in Lutyens' Delhi within a month if he does not get relief from a higher court in the criminal defamation case, an official said on Friday.

No political call behind Rahul disqualification, everyone equal before law: BJP

No political call behind Rahul disqualification, everyone equal before law: BJP

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's disqualification as an MP by the Lok Sabha Secretariat is a result of a court order and not a political call, Bharatiya Janata Party leaders said on Friday, stating that everyone is equal before the law.

Rahul May Find Reprieve In Law

Rahul May Find Reprieve In Law

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi can get reprieve from being disqualified as a member of Parliament under The Representation of People's Act until his appeal comes to a higher court in Gujarat.

Didn't imagine my disqualification was possible: Rahul

Didn't imagine my disqualification was possible: Rahul

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has said that he did not imagine his disqualification from Lok Sabha was possible when he joined politics but asserted that it has given him a 'huge opportunity' to serve the people.

Tara Goes On A Beach Break

Tara Goes On A Beach Break

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

Krystle is at the Golden Temple... Ayushmann is in the Gir forest... Arjun is at Bondi...

If you keep speaking, you will be in more trouble: BJP warns Rahul

If you keep speaking, you will be in more trouble: BJP warns Rahul

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party claimed that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is also "failing legally" after a Gujarat court verdict on Thursday held him guilty in a 2019 criminal defamation case.

Asian Games: Harmeet Desai claims non-selection 'unfair'

Asian Games: Harmeet Desai claims non-selection 'unfair'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

India's leading table tennis player Harmeet Desai feels he has been "unfairly" left out of the singles competition for the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou.

HC extends Rahul Gandhi's relief in Modi 'defamation' case till Aug 2

HC extends Rahul Gandhi's relief in Modi 'defamation' case till Aug 2

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The complainant, who claims to be a Bharatiya Janata Party worker, had alleged that Gandhi's "commander-in-thief" remark in the context of the Rafale fighter jet deal amounted to defamation.