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JD-U frightening MLAs with rumour of Prez rule in Bihar: Manjhi

JD-U frightening MLAs with rumour of Prez rule in Bihar: Manjhi

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Monday alleged that Nitish Kumar's camp was trying to "frighten MLAs" by spreading rumours that he was "conspiring" with BJP to have President's Rule imposed in Bihar and accused his rival of parading "bogus" MLAs.

Why Indira Gandhi still rules India

Why Indira Gandhi still rules India

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

'Modi's political economy is more inspired by Indira Gandhi than Vajpayee.' 'She so wanted an Opposition-mukt Bharat.' 'Sounds familiar?' asks Shekhar Gupta.

Rahul @ JNU: Those suppressing students' voice are most anti-national

Rahul @ JNU: Those suppressing students' voice are most anti-national

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

Rahul Gandhi on Saturday accused the National Democratic Alliance government of "suppressing" students' voice as he visited the JNU campus to express solidarity with them, a day after the arrest of its students' union president Kanhaiya Kumar in a sedition case.

'What I'm on social media is what I'm in life'

'What I'm on social media is what I'm in life'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

'My mom, dad, sister and husband often yell at me to get off the phone. but I say, let me check this picture for the last time...'

Lets Enjoy: This party sucks!

Lets Enjoy: This party sucks!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2004

Cong maintains silence on SP-BSP tie-up, RLD hopes to get a place

Cong maintains silence on SP-BSP tie-up, RLD hopes to get a place

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

All India Congress Committee general secretary in-charge of Uttar Pradesh Ghulam Nabi Azad said the party would not react immediately and would come out with a detailed reaction in Lucknow on Sunday.

Congress logic hits new low: 'Rs 5 enough for a meal in Delhi'

Congress logic hits new low: 'Rs 5 enough for a meal in Delhi'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

After Raj Babbar's comment -- that a hearty meal in Mumbai can be bought for Rs 12 -- another Congress leader on Thursday claimed that just Rs 5 was sufficient for a meal in Delhi.

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

As advertising reaches a cacophonous pitch, as it does every year around this time, brands say they are finding newer and more effective ways to reach their audiences.

Cabinet rejects ordinance route on anti-graft bills backed by Rahul

Cabinet rejects ordinance route on anti-graft bills backed by Rahul

Rediff.com2 Mar 2014

The Union Cabinet rejected the ordinance route for a set of anti-corruption measures despite pressure from Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi for bringing such laws.

Dadasaheb Phalke award to be presented to Shashi Kapoor in Mumbai

Dadasaheb Phalke award to be presented to Shashi Kapoor in Mumbai

Rediff.com2 May 2015

His family has conveyed to the Information and Broadcasting Ministry that it will difficult for him to travel to Delhi for the National Awards presentation function due to health reasons.

Had I looked to Delhi, I would have had to install Sajjad Lone's govt in J-K: Malik

Had I looked to Delhi, I would have had to install Sajjad Lone's govt in J-K: Malik

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

Malik said that as per the state Constitution he did not have to take permission from the president or Parliament.

Lounge, play games and binge at the dhaba in InMobi's office!

Lounge, play games and binge at the dhaba in InMobi's office!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

Walking around InMobi's office, it is hard not to compare what you see here with the images one has seen of Google's global offices.

Not a spokesperson? Don't speak to the media: Cong issues new gag order

Not a spokesperson? Don't speak to the media: Cong issues new gag order

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

In a snub to party leaders speaking out without authorisation, Congress on Monday virtually issued a gag order asking those not designated as official spokespersons not to air their views through the media.

'CAG report ruined lives, destroyed reputations'

'CAG report ruined lives, destroyed reputations'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

'As someone who has had the opportunity of cross examining Vinod Rai, extensively over three days as part of the Joint Parliamentary Committee, many of us included I had concluded at that point of time that this report rests on the foundation of sand.'

Gay sex verdict: Govt could take legislative route

Gay sex verdict: Govt could take legislative route

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

With the Supreme Court pronouncing gay sex as illegal, the government on Wednesday indicated that it will take the legislative route to deal with the issue.

Congress rejects Modi's call for debate on Article 370

Congress rejects Modi's call for debate on Article 370

Rediff.com2 Dec 2013

Dismissing his call for a debate on Article 370 of the Constitution, Congress on Monday advised Narendra Modi to discuss the issue first with Sangh Parivar, saying there is already "clarity" in the ruling party about it.

After AAP win, PM Modi takes a dig at parties promising free power

After AAP win, PM Modi takes a dig at parties promising free power

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a dig at pre-election promises to reduce power and water bills, saying he wondered how such promises could be made in states which were dependent on electricity from outside.

Rahul's real test begins now

Rahul's real test begins now

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

Congressmen are watching carefully how Rahul positions himself and manage the grand old party, reports Aditi Phadnis.

'Modi should answer good friend Obama on religious violence'

'Modi should answer good friend Obama on religious violence'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2015

US President Barack Obama, who visited India in January, in his speech on Thursday referred to violence against followers of various religions in India in the past few years.

Kiran Bedi named BJPs' Delhi CM candidate

Kiran Bedi named BJPs' Delhi CM candidate

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

The Bharatiya Janata Party parliamentary board has announced the name of Kiran Bedi as the chief ministerial candidate of the party for the Delhi assembly election on Monday. This was announced by party president Amit Shah. She will contest from the Krishna Nagar constituency in Delhi.

'Shadowy' RSS ramming Modi decision down BJP's throat: Cong

'Shadowy' RSS ramming Modi decision down BJP's throat: Cong

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

The Congress on Friday accused the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh of forcing a decision on the Bharatiya Janata Party over declaring Narendra Modi as its prime ministerial candidate.

Court refuses to let off Hindalco in coal block case

Court refuses to let off Hindalco in coal block case

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

A court asked for further investigation into an illegal coalfield allocation case involving Hindalco Industries on Tuesday, rejecting an earlier report from the CBI that said the probe was likely to be closed.

For Pathankot ops in Punjab, Centre sends Rs 6.35 crore bill

For Pathankot ops in Punjab, Centre sends Rs 6.35 crore bill

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

The Punjab government has refused to pay a bill of Rs 6.35 crore to the Center for deployment of paramilitary forces during and after the terror attack at Pathankot air force base.

Trump's Kashmir remark triggers massive political row

Trump's Kashmir remark triggers massive political row

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

The issued rocked both houses of Parliament with the Opposition demanding Modi's statement on Trump's controversial remarks, holding that Kashmir is a bilateral issue and no third party can intervene.

A start-up that helps you find a home easily in a new city

A start-up that helps you find a home easily in a new city

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

The start-up works with 2,000 owners and hosts 10,000 tenants across four cities - Bengaluru, the National Capital Region, Hyderabad and Pune.

Hear Modi for Rs 5: Market discovers true value, says Cong

Hear Modi for Rs 5: Market discovers true value, says Cong

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

Congress on Tuesday took a dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party for its move to charge Rs 5 per ticket for attending Narendra Modi's public meeting in Hyderabad, saying it shows the "true value" of the Gujarat chief minister.

Commotion at Modi rally in Bihar, police lathicharge crowd

Commotion at Modi rally in Bihar, police lathicharge crowd

Rediff.com27 Mar 2014

Commotion broke out today at the venue of a rally at Gaya in Bihar shortly before Bharatiya Janata Party prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi was to address it prompting police to resort to a mild lathicharge.

Doordarshan struggling to maintain professional freedom: Modi

Doordarshan struggling to maintain professional freedom: Modi

Rediff.com3 May 2014

Escalating further the controversy over his interview to Doordarshan, Narendra Modi on Saturday rued the "decline" in journalistic freedom in the public broadcaster and invoked "horrific" memories of the Emergency days in 1975.

Taxing time: Why I-T dept has asked staff to work longer hours

Taxing time: Why I-T dept has asked staff to work longer hours

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

I-T department's direct taxes target for the current financial year is Rs 6.36 lakh crore (Rs 6.36 trillion.

SC order exposes 'lame excuses' of Modi govt: Cong

SC order exposes 'lame excuses' of Modi govt: Cong

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Congress on Tuesday said that the Supreme Court order on the black money issue has exposed the Centre's "lame excuses" by directing it to disclose to it by Wednesday the names of all those who have black money stashed abroad.

Jadeja's name proposed as coach by DDCA's Executive Comm

Jadeja's name proposed as coach by DDCA's Executive Comm

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

The logjam at the Delhi District Cricket Association is all set to end as 19 members of the all-powerful executive committee proposed the name of former India batsman Ajay Jadeja for the chief coach's post.

Oh, how Indians love protocol!

Oh, how Indians love protocol!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

'Perhaps it isn't protocol at all, but power before which we abase ourselves,' says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Is this the final list of Bigg Boss contestants?

Is this the final list of Bigg Boss contestants?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2014

Like every year speculation is rife on who the contestants of Bigg Boss Season 8 will be? While the Colors channel is tight lipped about the final list, we have managed to source the list of most likely contestants who will be locked inside the house.

Centre's move on Teachers' Day comes under attack

Centre's move on Teachers' Day comes under attack

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

The Centre's move to celebrate Teachers' Day as 'Guru Utsav' and the planned interaction of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi with school children on that day have kicked up a controversy with opposition Congress and others, including Bharatiya Janata Party allies Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and Pattali Makkal Katchi, slamming the government.

Rahul, best choice to lead the Congress

Rahul, best choice to lead the Congress

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

'For the Congress, the family is the final court of appeal.' 'If there is no family, all leaders are equal.' 'If all leaders are equal, anyone can lead the Congress.' 'So every time the family has stayed in the background, the Congress has split,' points out Aditi Phadnis.

Why Karan Cheema sent Karan Johar a cheque

Why Karan Cheema sent Karan Johar a cheque

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

Ranjita Ganesan finds out why an Akola businessman paid Dharma Productions for two tickets of Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.

5-state polls will be a reality check for parties ahead of 2019

5-state polls will be a reality check for parties ahead of 2019

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Labelled as the semi-final before the big Lok Sabha poll, assembly elections in five states will set the tone for summer of 2019.

Opposition accuses RSS, BJP ministers of lobbying against Rajan

Opposition accuses RSS, BJP ministers of lobbying against Rajan

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram had said he was "disappointed and profoundly saddened" by Rajan's decision.

Pilgrims recall near-death experience in Nepal

Pilgrims recall near-death experience in Nepal

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

After returning from Nepal, a group of 12 pilgrims on Thursday narrated their "near-death" experience as they recalled the April 25 earthquake due to which colossal structures fell like "pack of cards".

PHOTOS: Honouring Indira Gandhi, India's Iron Lady

PHOTOS: Honouring Indira Gandhi, India's Iron Lady

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

The nation on Friday remembered former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her 30th death anniversary with President Pranab Mukherjee, Vice President Hamid Ansari and other leaders paying tributes to her.