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BJP's Bidhuri skips LS privileges panel meet in communal slur row

BJP's Bidhuri skips LS privileges panel meet in communal slur row

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

The Lok Sabha's Privileges Committee, headed by BJP member Sunil Kumar Singh, took up other issues on the agenda as Bidhuri, who was campaigning for the party in poll-bound Rajasthan, kept away.

BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri, who hurled anti-Muslim slurs, gets poll responsibility

BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri, who hurled anti-Muslim slurs, gets poll responsibility

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Bidhuri's responsibility will be akin to the party's poll in-charge of the district, sources said.

India vs Pakistan: Akmal predicts win for Men in Blue

India vs Pakistan: Akmal predicts win for Men in Blue

Rediff.com28 May 2024

On June 9, India and Pakistan will step into New York's Nassau County Cricket Stadium to play the highly anticipated clash

Cong tried to redirect SC/ST quota to Muslims: Modi rakes up Andhra in Raj

Cong tried to redirect SC/ST quota to Muslims: Modi rakes up Andhra in Raj

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

He said the then prime minister Manmohan Singh had given a speech in which he had said Muslims have the first right to the country's resources.

BJP MLA Fights BJP Government On Corruption

BJP MLA Fights BJP Government On Corruption

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

'I gave enough evidence and proof to punish corrupt officials.' 'But my own government has not filed any FIR against such officials.'

All I wanted to do was stay still and tonk the ball: Rohit

All I wanted to do was stay still and tonk the ball: Rohit

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

Captain Rohit Sharma slammed 85 off 43 balls as India levelled the three-match T20 series against Bangladesh with a eight-wicket victory in the second match.

'Why Has Modi Made 13 Visits To Rajasthan?'

'Why Has Modi Made 13 Visits To Rajasthan?'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

'These frequent visits show the BJP fears that the Congress will retain power.'

Jaipur schools, Bengaluru hospitals get bomb threat

Jaipur schools, Bengaluru hospitals get bomb threat

Rediff.com13 May 2024

However, no explosive or nothing suspicious has been found so far in these schools and hospitals.

Gurjar resentment over 'mistreating' Pilot costs Cong dearly in Rajasthan

Gurjar resentment over 'mistreating' Pilot costs Cong dearly in Rajasthan

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

In eight districts of Alwar, Bharatpur, Bundi, Dausa, Dholpur, Karauli, Sawai Madhopur and Tonk, the Congress in the 2018 assembly elections had won 29 out of 42 seats while the Bharatiya Janata Party got only six.

Bidhuri's Raj poll duty BJP's reward for spreading hatred, says Danish Ali

Bidhuri's Raj poll duty BJP's reward for spreading hatred, says Danish Ali

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Ali also said he was hopeful that action would be taken by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla against Bidhuri in line with the traditions of the Lower House and the Constitution.

Sangeeta Bijlani campaigns for Azharuddin in Tonk-Sawai Madhopur

Sangeeta Bijlani campaigns for Azharuddin in Tonk-Sawai Madhopur

Rediff.com6 Apr 2014

Former Indian cricket team captain Mohammad Azharuddin, who is contenting the 2014 Lok Sabha election from Rajasthan's Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, was on Sunday accompanied by his wife and former Bollywood actress Sangeeta Bijlani.

How Congress Startled BJP in Rajasthan

How Congress Startled BJP in Rajasthan

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

The BJP's nationwide vote share saw its steepest decline in Rajasthan, falling by 9.23% from 2019, resulting in the loss of 11 seats.

Raj poll: Gehlot, Pilot in Cong's 1st list; no major changes

Raj poll: Gehlot, Pilot in Cong's 1st list; no major changes

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

The Congress is yet to declare candidates on a majority seats as its Central Election Committee will meet on Sunday to finalise names for more seats.

First-time CM Sharma to face challenges over BJP's poor show in Rajasthan

First-time CM Sharma to face challenges over BJP's poor show in Rajasthan

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

If Meena resigns, it is likely to put pressure on other ministers whose areas also saw poor performance in the general elections.

7 killed in Rajasthan's monsoon fury as rains lash 14 districts

7 killed in Rajasthan's monsoon fury as rains lash 14 districts

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Intense monsoon rains brought normal life to a standstill in several parts of eastern and central Rajasthan, flooding out roads, rail tracks, low-lying residential areas and hospitals and claiming seven lives since Sunday night.

Gayle the Six King! Who are top bowlers in T20 WCs?

Gayle the Six King! Who are top bowlers in T20 WCs?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Legends of T20 World Cup: Leading Wicket-takers, six-hitters and keepers with most dismissals

Abhishek Sharma Rocks!

Abhishek Sharma Rocks!

Rediff.com20 May 2024

He now has the most sixes in an IPL season -- 39 maximums -- bettering Virat Kohli's tally of 38 in 2016. The 23 year old's smoking innings came at a strike rate of over 210! With 467 runs from 13 innings and 3 50s, Abhishek is not done yet and ready to give bowlers nightmares in the play-offs.

Battle for 4 states: Big winners and losers

Battle for 4 states: Big winners and losers

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

As results were declared for assembly elections in four states -- Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana -- here are how some of the prominent candidates fared.

More than 1.7 lakh security personnel deployed as Rajasthan votes

More than 1.7 lakh security personnel deployed as Rajasthan votes

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

Union Minister of State Kailash Chaudhary was among the first to cast his vote, exercising his franchise in Balotra.

India Prepares For Pakistan Game

India Prepares For Pakistan Game

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

'Prep mode on, energy levels high, getting into the groove in Alur. #TeamIndia #AsiaCup2023.;

Cong releases 2nd list, Nakul Nath fielded from Chhindwara

Cong releases 2nd list, Nakul Nath fielded from Chhindwara

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

The Congress on Tuesday announced its second list of 43 candidates for the Lok Sabha polls, fielding Kamal Nath's son Nakul Nath once again from Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara and Ashok Gehlot's son Vaibhav Gehlot from Rajasthan's Jalore.

Heavy rains claim 7 lives in Rajasthan in 2 days, 15k shifted to safe places

Heavy rains claim 7 lives in Rajasthan in 2 days, 15k shifted to safe places

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Jalore, Sirohi, Pali and Barmer districts are the most affected and facing flood-like situations, the official said.

U-19 Asia Cup: Awais ton powers Pakistan to comfortable win over India

U-19 Asia Cup: Awais ton powers Pakistan to comfortable win over India

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

Pakistan rode on Azan Awais' classy unbeaten century to beat arch-rivals India by eight wickets in the ongoing U-19 Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.

12 Modi Myths Election Results Busted

12 Modi Myths Election Results Busted

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

'Besides Ayodhya, the BJP lost in nine other constituencies with a Ramayana imprint; it tasted success only in Thrissur.' 'In Rameswaram, K Navaskani of the Indian Union Muslim League won with a 44% voteshare in a 84% Hindu constituency.' 'In the 21 seats in the Ayodhya and Varanasi regions, both crucial to the Hindutva project, the BJP won just 7.' 'It won just 3 out of 12 seats around Modi's constituency,' points out Krishna Prasad.

There's No Stopping Chakravarthy!

There's No Stopping Chakravarthy!

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Bumrah, DreRus or Varun Chakravarthy: Who bowled the best spell?

Dhoni Is Ready For The Titans

Dhoni Is Ready For The Titans

Rediff.com23 May 2023

CSK take on defending champions Gujarat Titans on Tuesday.

LSG Vs RR: The Best Bowlers

LSG Vs RR: The Best Bowlers

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Who do you think bowled the best spell in the LSG-RR game?

U-19 Asia Cup: Seven-star Raj helps India beat Nepal to enter semis

U-19 Asia Cup: Seven-star Raj helps India beat Nepal to enter semis

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Limbani, the lanky 18-year-old right-armer from Baroda, who primarily bowls inswingers at mid 120s, didn't let any of the Nepalese batters settle down and pitched it up, getting sufficient movement.

RR Vs SRH: Who Played The Best Knock? Vote!

RR Vs SRH: Who Played The Best Knock? Vote!

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Half-centuries from Travis Head and Nitish Kumar Reddy helped Sunrisers Hyderabad edge Rajasthan Royals by one run.

Sonia arrives in Jaipur to escape Delhi pollution

Sonia arrives in Jaipur to escape Delhi pollution

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The visit comes amid the campaign for the November 25 assembly polls in Rajasthan, where the Congress hopes to return to power.

Will Gehlot's welfare schemes help Congress buck trend in Rajasthan?

Will Gehlot's welfare schemes help Congress buck trend in Rajasthan?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

With no apparent wave on the ground or pressing everyday issues, that's what it boils down for voters as Rajasthan readies for assembly polls this week.

Telangana polls: We will field properly and win on this pitch, says Azhar

Telangana polls: We will field properly and win on this pitch, says Azhar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Asked about him sticking with the Congress since he got the parliamentary polls ticket from Moradabad in 2009, he said loyalty is very important to him since the beginning.

Bhajan Lal Sharma takes over as Rajasthan CM on his birthday

Bhajan Lal Sharma takes over as Rajasthan CM on his birthday

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

First-time MLA Bhajan Lal Sharma was sworn in as the chief minister of Rajasthan at a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party's top leadership on Friday, 12 days after the party ousted the Congress in the assembly polls.

Congress holds one-on-one with Rajasthan MLAs, Pilot keeps away

Congress holds one-on-one with Rajasthan MLAs, Pilot keeps away

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot, who has been involved in a leadership tussle with Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, skipped his interaction.

Sachin Pilot refuses to compromise on his demands

Sachin Pilot refuses to compromise on his demands

Rediff.com31 May 2023

On a visit to his Tonk assembly constituency, the dissident Congress leader indicated that it was the last day before what was being seen as an ultimatum to Gehlot ends.

Day after Congress releases first list, Gehlot's OSD meets Pilot

Day after Congress releases first list, Gehlot's OSD meets Pilot

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

"The Congress is "going to (fight) the election with unity" and it will win the polls," Sharma said after the meeting at Pilot's Civil Lines residence that lasted for nearly half an hour.

Rajasthan: Can Congress Prevent BJP Clean Sweep?

Rajasthan: Can Congress Prevent BJP Clean Sweep?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The BJP is far more prepared than the Congress as their pool of prospective candidates is much bigger, reports Prakash Bhandari.

Cong to launch Raj poll campaign on Oct 16 with Kaam kiya dil se slogan

Cong to launch Raj poll campaign on Oct 16 with Kaam kiya dil se slogan

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

He said that the Congress government has fulfilled 98 per cent of the promises made in its manifesto and the next manifesto will be prepared on the basis of the 'Vision 2030' document.

Promises flow as water remains a crucial issue in Rajasthan

Promises flow as water remains a crucial issue in Rajasthan

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

'The water crisis is so obvious that people see no point begging for it from politicians.'

Rajyavardhan Rathore among 22 sworn in as Rajasthan ministers

Rajyavardhan Rathore among 22 sworn in as Rajasthan ministers

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The MLAs inducted into the Rajasthan cabinet are Meena, Madan Dilawar, Rathore, Gajendra Singh Khimsar, Babulal Kharadi, Jogaram Patel, Suresh Singh Rawat, Avinash Gehlot, Joraram Kumawat, Hemant Meena, Kanhaiya Lal Choudhary and Sumit Godara.