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No full stops with Pakistan, only commas and semi-colons: Sushma

No full stops with Pakistan, only commas and semi-colons: Sushma

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

India on Monday blamed Pakistan for "derailing" the dialogue process but said there is "no fullstop" in diplomatic relations and people always move forward after the short pauses, indicating that there may be a window for resumption of talks in near future.

Nithyananda has to take potency test: SC

Nithyananda has to take potency test: SC

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

The self-styled godman had appealed against the Karnataka High Court order refusing to stay the trail court's direction that he should take the potency test. The rape case was registered against him in a court in Bangalore.

2nd Scorpene class submarine Khanderi launched

2nd Scorpene class submarine Khanderi launched

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

The state-of-the-art features of this Scorpene class submarine include superior stealth and the ability to launch a crippling attack on the enemy using precision guided weapon.

All you wanted to know about the Lokpal Bill

All you wanted to know about the Lokpal Bill

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

The much-delayed Lokpal Bill has finally been passed by both the Houses of Parliament. Following are some important features of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Bill, 2011, passed by Parliament

Exclusive! Manohar Parrikar on his plans for India's defence

Exclusive! Manohar Parrikar on his plans for India's defence

Rediff.com25 Nov 2015

'The armed forces have been given clear indication that they have to give priority to Make in India and indigenisation and dependence on foreign source should be reduced.' 'Almost Rs 90,000 crores contracts have been signed during my tenure. Another almost Rs 70,000 crores are in the pipeline.'

HC directs Chautala to appear before it on Saturday

HC directs Chautala to appear before it on Saturday

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Indian National Lok Dal chief Om Prakash Chautala appeared in a Delhi court on Friday in connection with a disproportionate asset case.

Can Parrikar overhaul defence procurement?

Can Parrikar overhaul defence procurement?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

As the DefenceExpo gets underway in Goa, Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd) says the proposed Defence Procurement Procedure 2016 should ensure that the Indian defence industry is on the path to design, develop and make in India.

India's COVID-19 toll rises to 169; total cases 5,865

India's COVID-19 toll rises to 169; total cases 5,865

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

Of the 20 deaths reported in the last 24 hours, eight were from Maharashtra, three each from Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, two from Jammu and Kashmir and one each from Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

AI row: J&K Dy CM says media making 'mountain out of a molehill'

AI row: J&K Dy CM says media making 'mountain out of a molehill'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

J&K Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Thursday said that people are making a 'mountain out of a molehill' over the delay of the Air India flight.

REVEALED: Government plans for post May 3 India

REVEALED: Government plans for post May 3 India

Rediff.com1 May 2020

Nothing is going to dramatically open up on May 3. There will be too many ifs and buts and terms and conditions and guidelines in leading one's life in various zones, reveals Sheela Bhatt.

Gangrape case: 'Witness afraid to depose, tortured by police'

Gangrape case: 'Witness afraid to depose, tortured by police'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

One of the accused in December 16 gang-rape and murder trial today claimed before a special court in New Delhi that the witness did not turn up on his behalf as he is "afraid" and was "tortured" by Delhi Police officials.

The wait continues! Narsingh's doping verdict deferred to Monday...

The wait continues! Narsingh's doping verdict deferred to Monday...

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

The suspense over wrestler Narsingh Yadav's participation in the Rio Olympic Games was prolonged further after the National Anti-Doping Agency deferred its final verdict on the doping scandal to Monday.

Devyani indicted for visa fraud, leaves US with diplomatic immunity

Devyani indicted for visa fraud, leaves US with diplomatic immunity

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

In a day of dramatic developments, the Indian diplomat is indicted on two charges, but she will leave the US. 'I will come out of this vindicated,' Dr Khobragade tells Rediff.com.

Salman awaits verdict, Rs 200 crore riding on him

Salman awaits verdict, Rs 200 crore riding on him

Rediff.com6 May 2015

The judgement in the over 13-year-old case, whose trial saw many twists and turns, can make or mar the career of the actor on whom ride investments of over Rs 200 crore.

Sports Shorts: Tokyo Olympics medal hopeful Ikee diagnosed with leukemia

Sports Shorts: Tokyo Olympics medal hopeful Ikee diagnosed with leukemia

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

Chetia deportation: Bangladesh waits for India to return favour

Chetia deportation: Bangladesh waits for India to return favour

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Bangladesh handing over to India top ULFA leader Anup Chetia was a reflection of close bilateral ties particularly in security areas, the country's Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal said in Dhaka on Thursday as he hoped New Delhi will return a wanted Bangladeshi national jailed in West Bengal.

How troubled Rio Games are finally coming together...

How troubled Rio Games are finally coming together...

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Rio de Janeiro will deliver a successful Olympic Games, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Sunday, despite delays in preparations, lack of funds and the country suffering from its biggest political and economic turmoil in decades.

Jayalalithaa is ignorant: Chidambaram

Jayalalithaa is ignorant: Chidambaram

Rediff.com22 Mar 2014

In a blistering counter attack against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa a day after she questioned his victory in last polls and slammed his economic policies, Union Finance Minister P Chidambaram on Saturday accused her of making 'sweeping charges' ignorant of cases pending against herself.

Indo-Pak FS-level talks held; India raises terror issues

Indo-Pak FS-level talks held; India raises terror issues

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

India and Pakistan on Tuesday discussed each other's 'concerns and interests' with Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar raising the issue of terror.

Is Brazil on time for 'safe' Olympics?

Is Brazil on time for 'safe' Olympics?

Rediff.com19 May 2016

All infrastructure for the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro will be ready before they begin in August, including a much-delayed metro line, Brazil's newly appointed Sports Minister Leonardo Picciani said in an interview on Wednesday.

Amritsar tragedy: Case against Sidhu's wife; NHRC notices to Railways, Punjab

Amritsar tragedy: Case against Sidhu's wife; NHRC notices to Railways, Punjab

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Detailed reports have been sought from the state's chief secretary and from the chairman of the Railway Board in four weeks, an NHRC spokesperson said.

CBI to probe Vyapam scandal, orders Supreme Court

CBI to probe Vyapam scandal, orders Supreme Court

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

The Supreme Court ordered a Central Bureau of Investigation probe in the massive admission and recruitment scandal in Madhya Pradesh that will also encompass deaths of people related to it as more skeletons tumbled out of the Vyapam cupboard with yet another witness reported dead.

Why did Indrani send her driver to Lonavla?

Why did Indrani send her driver to Lonavla?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

As the weeks go by in this trial, it has emerged that Shyamvar Rai is that rare species of driver whose knowledge of distances, directions and routes surprisingly would not even fill the back of a postage stamp.

Pak court to indict Sharif on October 2 in corruption cases

Pak court to indict Sharif on October 2 in corruption cases

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

The court also issued fresh arrest warrants against his children and son-in-law.

Football Extras: Another 'biting' incident

Football Extras: Another 'biting' incident

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Ex-Kingfisher CFO sent to prison for 18 months

Ex-Kingfisher CFO sent to prison for 18 months

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

A total of 17 cases have been filed against Kingfisher Airlines in different courts over outstanding amount of Rs 22.5 crore, which it owes to GMR

Dec 16 verdict: How SC rejected every argument of defence

Dec 16 verdict: How SC rejected every argument of defence

Rediff.com5 May 2017

SC said to establish a clear link between the convicts and the incident, the police has adduced scientific evidence like DNA, fingerprint and bite mark analysis.

Jaya's DA case: SC gives split verdict on removal of SPP

Jaya's DA case: SC gives split verdict on removal of SPP

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on a Dravida Munnetra Kazagham's leader's plea seeking removal of a public prosecutor from representing state in the Karnataka high court, which recently reserved verdict on an appeal of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa in a disproportionate assets case.

Honeymoon murder: Dewani loses extradition appeal

Honeymoon murder: Dewani loses extradition appeal

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

An Indian-origin British businessman accused of plotting the murder of his Indo-Swedish wife on their honeymoon, faces extradition to South Africa within four weeks after he lost his last legal battle to block the move.

How to spot a Ponzi scheme and avoid it

How to spot a Ponzi scheme and avoid it

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

Ponzi schemes have characteristics that the informed investor can spot easily.

'COVID-19 will be a year-long struggle'

'COVID-19 will be a year-long struggle'

Rediff.com18 May 2020

'Predictions are that numbers will continue to rise till May end and maybe in the first half of June will be our peak.'

GST: Celebrations, but fingers crossed!

GST: Celebrations, but fingers crossed!

Rediff.com1 Jul 2017

'While the GST is structured to be an all-encompassing tax and to create a vastly expanded digital network of recorded transactions, no one knows how traders long used to avoiding taxes will apply their ingenuity,' says T N Ninan.

Energy is India's key challenge in 2019

Energy is India's key challenge in 2019

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

The country must get its act on global alliances right in order to feed its fuel-hungry economy, points out Subhomoy Bhattacharjee.

Sanjhi Ram planned Kathua girl's murder to save son

Sanjhi Ram planned Kathua girl's murder to save son

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

Investigators say the aim of the kidnapping was to scare and drive away the nomadic Gujjar and Bakarwal communities from the Hindu dominated area.

'Someone did the 7/11 blasts, someone else has been punished'

'Someone did the 7/11 blasts, someone else has been punished'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

The 7/11 judgment doesn't render justice to those who died in the blasts or to those who have been convicted for it, kin of one of the convicts tells Prasanna D Zore.

'#MeToo will change the narrative forever'

'#MeToo will change the narrative forever'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

'#MeToo is a giant stride towards protesting sexual/verbal assault.' 'It is very important for us, as a society, to 'listen', to introspect and to understand that this is part of 'change' towards a safer society.' 'Hushing it up will only encourage the perpetrators who will begin to feel that they are invincible.'

'Then Sheena went silent...'

'Then Sheena went silent...'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2017

'As Rai spoke, in an unbelievably dead pan, almost off-the-cuff tone, about helping plan the murder of two youngsters, drugging them with vodka and whiskey spiked with dava (medicine), smothering one, dragging a body in rigor mortis out of a car, burning a corpse, destroying evidence, and so on, it felt like he was discussing nothing more surprising than the intricacies of the weather.'

Pakistani prosecutor alleges foul play over bail to Lakhvi

Pakistani prosecutor alleges foul play over bail to Lakhvi

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Chief Pakistan prosecutor in the Mumbai terror attacks in 2008, Chaudhry Azhar says the bail will lead to unusual delays in the case. Shahzad Raza reports from Islamabad.

Sheena Bora Case: Is that Sheena's skull?

Sheena Bora Case: Is that Sheena's skull?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

As Indrani, Sanjeev Khanna and Peter pass cupboard no 6 -- where the skull is stored -- what thoughts pass through their mind?

Misses, waits and progress in naval missiles

Misses, waits and progress in naval missiles

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

The aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya, formerly the Admiral Gorshkov, expected to join the Indian Navy later this year, is already late by five years and its price has risen three-fold, from $947 million (about Rs 5,735 crore) in 2004 to $2.3 billion (Rs 13,928.8 crore) today.