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'UCC May Be Kept On Backburner'

'UCC May Be Kept On Backburner'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'Modi 3.0 will have more balanced policies like one saw in Modi's first term.'

Michaung damages infra in Andhra, subsides into cyclonic storm

Michaung damages infra in Andhra, subsides into cyclonic storm

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Severe cyclonic storm Michaung crossed south Andhra Pradesh coast close to Bapatla district between 12.30 pm and 2.30 pm on Tuesday with maximum gales of up to 90-100 km per hour speed, said an Amaravati Meteorological Centre official.

Education is not business to earn profit: SC

Education is not business to earn profit: SC

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

The top court's observation came while dismissing a plea filed by the college against an order of the Andhra Pradesh High Court which set aside the government's decision to enhance the tuition fee of MBBS students.

Chandrababu Naidu gets bail, walks out of jail after 53 days

Chandrababu Naidu gets bail, walks out of jail after 53 days

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Scores of TDP leaders and supporters burst into celebrations across the state on the release of their leader.

KCR: Telangana icon who missed a historic hat trick

KCR: Telangana icon who missed a historic hat trick

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

The setback could derail Rao's ambitions to expand the BRS's influence beyond Telangana and establish a national presence.

What If Modi Scores Below 200 Seats...

What If Modi Scores Below 200 Seats...

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

If the BJP gets only 200 seats and wants to remain in power, Modi will have to make way -- either for a proxy of his choice, or for an internal rival, predicts Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Allowance to buy Sakshi daily: SC seeks Andhra reply on Eenadu plea

Allowance to buy Sakshi daily: SC seeks Andhra reply on Eenadu plea

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

A bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices PS Narasimha and JB Pardiwala took note of the submissions made by senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, who appeared in the matter on behalf of Ushodaya Publications, which owns Eenadu, that the GO violated the fundamental rights to equality and freedom of speech and expression.

'Money lending has become prudent and conservative'

'Money lending has become prudent and conservative'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

'We need to be far more careful given the fact that while this is group lending, it's essentially unsecured.'

Can Sharmila Help Congress Win AP?

Can Sharmila Help Congress Win AP?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

If she cannot recast the party, bring together the factions opposed to her, and present herself as her brother's true challenger, there will be little left for her in politics, notes Aditi Phadnis.

TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu arrested in graft case

TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu arrested in graft case

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Telugu Desam Party chief Chandrababu Naidu was arrested in Nandyala, Andhra Pradesh on Saturday morning in a case of alleged corruption, the Andhra Pradesh Police said.

'Court no town planner': SC stays Andhra HC order to build capital in 6 months

'Court no town planner': SC stays Andhra HC order to build capital in 6 months

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from farmers and their associations, and the Centre to a plea by the Andhra Pradesh government challenging the high court decision which said the state legislature "lacked competence" to make any law for shifting, bifurcating or trifurcating the capital.

SC collegium recommends 13 judicial officers among 18 for HC judge appointments

SC collegium recommends 13 judicial officers among 18 for HC judge appointments

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

The collegium said the Chief Justice of the Delhi high court, in consultation with his two senior-most colleagues, had on May 30 recommended the elevation of the judicial officers as judges of that high court.

SC orders states to pay Covid compensation to victims' kin at earliest

SC orders states to pay Covid compensation to victims' kin at earliest

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

The Supreme Court on Monday directed all states and Union territories to ensure payment of compensation to family members of Covid-19 victims without wasting any time.

Five new SC judges to take oath on Monday, 2 short of full strength

Five new SC judges to take oath on Monday, 2 short of full strength

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

The senior most among the five judges, whose names were officially announced by the Centre on Saturday, is Justice Mithal whose parent cadre is the Allahabad high court.

NIA nabs PFI weapon trainer linked to Nizamabad terror plot from Karnataka

NIA nabs PFI weapon trainer linked to Nizamabad terror plot from Karnataka

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

The 33-year-old accused, Nossam Mohamed Yunus, was wanted for his alleged involvement in the Nizamabad terror conspiracy case, a spokesperson of the federal agency said

Judicial officers and advocates among 15 names proposed as high court judges

Judicial officers and advocates among 15 names proposed as high court judges

Rediff.com6 May 2022

The Supreme Court Collegium headed by Chief Justice of India N V Ramana has recommended to the Centre 15 names of judicial officers and advocates for appointment as judges in the high courts of Delhi, Patna, and Andhra Pradesh.

Semen ejaculation not necessary to prove sexual assault in rape cases: HC

Semen ejaculation not necessary to prove sexual assault in rape cases: HC

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

The convicted person, who sexually assaulted a minor girl in 2015, was sentenced to 10 years of rigourous imprisonment by a Special Judge at Eluru in West Godavari district in 2016, including a penalty of Rs 5,000 levied on him.

Govt simplifies organ transplant, patients can register in any state now

Govt simplifies organ transplant, patients can register in any state now

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

The government is working with the aim of "One Nation, One Policy" for organ donation and transplantation in consultation with the states, she said.

Cyclone Michaung paralyses Chennai, revives fears of 2015 flood

Cyclone Michaung paralyses Chennai, revives fears of 2015 flood

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Heavy rains continued to pound Chennai and nearby districts on Monday under the impact of a cyclonic storm, which is likely to cross the coast in Andhra Pradesh on December 5.

AP govt bans meetings, rallies on roads after 2 stampedes

AP govt bans meetings, rallies on roads after 2 stampedes

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

The government noted in its order that "the right to conduct a public meeting on public roads and streets is a subject matter of regulation as Section 30 of the Police Act, 1861 itself mandates."

Why Is Chandrababu Crying?

Why Is Chandrababu Crying?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

Telugu Desam Party President Nara Chandrababu Naidu walked out of the Andhra Pradesh assembly after allegedly abusive comments were made about his wife by Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress supporters in Guntur.

In Dana Majhi rerun, Odisha man carries wife's body on shoulder

In Dana Majhi rerun, Odisha man carries wife's body on shoulder

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

Policemen spotted Samulu Pangi and arranged an ambulance to take the body of his wife Ide Guru (30) to his Sorada village in Pottangi block.

Visakhapatnam to be new Andhra Pradesh capital

Visakhapatnam to be new Andhra Pradesh capital

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

Amaravati is the present capital of Andhra Pradesh.

New SC bench to hear Chandrababu Naidu's plea after judge recuses

New SC bench to hear Chandrababu Naidu's plea after judge recuses

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will not restrain the trial court from dealing with a plea seeking police custody of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister and TDP leader N Chandrababu Naidu as it announced a new bench will hear his petition for quashing the FIR in the alleged Rs 371 crore scam in the state's Skill Development Corporation on October 3.

Naidu's Arrest: Will TDP Implode?

Naidu's Arrest: Will TDP Implode?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Is Chandrababu Naidu being in jail an opportunity? How will the TDP capitalise on it? Or will it implode with nothing more than a sigh?

CJI Lalit recuses from hearing Andhra's appeal against 3 capitals verdict

CJI Lalit recuses from hearing Andhra's appeal against 3 capitals verdict

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Chief Justice of India Uday Umesh Lalit Tuesday recused himself from hearing an appeal of the Andhra Pradesh government against the high court verdict that held the state legislature "lacked competence" to make any legislation for shifting, bifurcating or trifurcating the capital.

3 killed, several injured in another stampede at Naidu's rally in AP

3 killed, several injured in another stampede at Naidu's rally in AP

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

This is the second such incident occurring in the TDP chief's public meeting in a week. Eight people had died in a stampede on December 28 last year in Nellore.

Prabhas contributes Rs 4 crore to fight coronavirus

Prabhas contributes Rs 4 crore to fight coronavirus

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

Stars from the south Indian movie industry have stepped up to do what they can to help out.

BJP to strengthen organisation, seek allies in poll-bound states

BJP to strengthen organisation, seek allies in poll-bound states

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Another issue on the party's agenda is the expansion of the ruling NDA, which has seen steady depletion in the recent years with traditional BJP allies like the Janata Dal-United and Akali Dal leaving the grouping.

SC dismisses plea over Andhra's Ahobilam mutt administration

SC dismisses plea over Andhra's Ahobilam mutt administration

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

"Let the religious people deal with it," the Supreme Court said on Friday while refusing to entertain a plea against an Andhra Pradesh high court order holding that the state of Andhra Pradesh had no authority under law to appoint an executive officer to the Ahobilam mutt temple.

Chandrababu attacks Jagan as cops stop him from entering constituency

Chandrababu attacks Jagan as cops stop him from entering constituency

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

The police resorted to a lathi charge and seized several vehicles of TDP leaders, including Naidu's campaign vehicle, besides taking many party workers into custody.

President Murmu appoints Andhra CJ, senior advocate as SC judges

President Murmu appoints Andhra CJ, senior advocate as SC judges

Rediff.com19 May 2023

The appointments were announced by new Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Twitter.

Andhra govt hoists tricolour on Jinnah Tower in Guntur amid row

Andhra govt hoists tricolour on Jinnah Tower in Guntur amid row

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

Andhra Pradesh home minister Mekathoti Sucharitha hoisted the National Flag at the Jinnah Tower.

Respect laws of land or close your shop down: Andhra HC to Twitter

Respect laws of land or close your shop down: Andhra HC to Twitter

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Stating that Twitter's (in)action is tantamount to contempt of court, a division bench, comprising Chief Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and Justice M Satyanarayana Murthy, on Monday asked why criminal proceedings could not be initiated against it.

SC collegium recommends Justice Bhandari as Madras HC chief justice

SC collegium recommends Justice Bhandari as Madras HC chief justice

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

The collegium, which also comprised senior most judges Justices U U Lalit and A M Khanwilkar, held deliberations on December 14, 2021 and January 29, 2022, recommended 17 names for appointment as judges in Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa high courts.

When Computer Baba Walked with Rahul

When Computer Baba Walked with Rahul

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

What some of our leaders were up to on the weekend.

Justice Ramana sworn in as Chief Justice of India

Justice Ramana sworn in as Chief Justice of India

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

Justice Ramana took the oath in English in the name of God.

How much is Kareena contributing to fight COVID-19?

How much is Kareena contributing to fight COVID-19?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

With India all geared up to fight the coronavirus pandemic, film folk have come forward to help out and contribute to the PM-CARES relief fund.

2024 to be my last election, says Chandrababu Naidu, unless...

2024 to be my last election, says Chandrababu Naidu, unless...

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

In an emotion-filled tone at a roadshow in Kurnool district late on Wednesday night, the former Chief Minister recalled his vow not to step into the Assembly till the TDP returned to power.

India sizzles at 40 degrees, IMD predicts heatwave in northwest and east

India sizzles at 40 degrees, IMD predicts heatwave in northwest and east

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Mercury hovered around 40 degrees Celsius in large parts of the country on Monday as the Indian meteorological department predicted heat wave conditions in parts of east India over the next four days and the northwest region over the next two days.