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Police chief's son arrested for assault on 71-year-old Sikh man

Police chief's son arrested for assault on 71-year-old Sikh man

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

McAllister, the son of Union City Police Chief Darryl McAllister, and the juvenile have been charged with attempted robbery, elder abuse and assault with a deadly weapon.

BJP MLA in J-K assembly insists on taking oath in name of Vaishno Devi

BJP MLA in J-K assembly insists on taking oath in name of Vaishno Devi

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

Raina triggered a controversy when he took the name of Mata Vaishno Devi while taking oath

Sikhs may benefit after US military relaxes rules

Sikhs may benefit after US military relaxes rules

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

In a major decision that might have a far reaching impact on Sikhs joining the United States military, the Pentagon has issued new instructions relaxing norms to allow troops to wear jewellery and apparel to comply with their religious requirements.

Pidi tweets for me: Rahul Gandhi on his Twitter popularity

Pidi tweets for me: Rahul Gandhi on his Twitter popularity

Rediff.com12 Nov 2017

Gandhi revealed that he reflected on issues and gave suggestions to his communication team of two or three members, which fine-tuned the content before posting it on the microblogging website.

Travel bugs, it's time for the Pushkar camel fair!

Travel bugs, it's time for the Pushkar camel fair!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

Travelling to Rajasthan this month and haven't planned your itinerary? We'll help you out!

Gurdwara in LA vandalised with anti-ISIS graffiti

Gurdwara in LA vandalised with anti-ISIS graffiti

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

'The words they have used seem to suggest that they hate our community.'

Uphold Sidhu's conviction in road rage case: Punjab govt to SC

Uphold Sidhu's conviction in road rage case: Punjab govt to SC

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

The hearing remained inconclusive and would continue on April 17 when Sidhu's counsel senior advocate R S Cheema will give the rebuttal to state government's argument.

'We are obsessed with who wore what instead of the films'

'We are obsessed with who wore what instead of the films'

Rediff.com26 May 2017

'Fashion brands that have leading stars as brand ambassadors spend a fortune on showcasing them.'

Why the Raees trailer offends me

Why the Raees trailer offends me

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

It reinforces the Muslim stereotype, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Mcleodganj: The town that slows you down

Mcleodganj: The town that slows you down

Rediff.com8 May 2015

You cannot just swing by to say hello to the Dalai Lama when you're in Mcleodganj but there's plenty to experience discovers Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com.

PIX: Priyanka, Salman, Aamir, Katrina at Arpita Khan's wedding

PIX: Priyanka, Salman, Aamir, Katrina at Arpita Khan's wedding

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Salman Khan's youngest sister Arpita tied teh knot with her Delhi-based beau Ayush Sharma in Hyderabad on November 18.

PHOTOS: Preity brings hubby to stadium; Morrison gets flak

PHOTOS: Preity brings hubby to stadium; Morrison gets flak

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Meanwhile, commentator Danny Morrison, who wore a red turban and a fake beard ahead of the match has come under a lot of flak for his act.

Why Akshay Kumar feels LUCKY

Why Akshay Kumar feels LUCKY

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

'I am 51 now. I think I can do action till 56.' 'After that, God knows.'

Modi launches offensive against Pawars in Baramati, calls to remove dynasty politics

Modi launches offensive against Pawars in Baramati, calls to remove dynasty politics

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

In his characteristic 56-inch chest kind of bravado, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched a blistering attack on the Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar and his nephew and former Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar in their family stronghold of Western Maharashtra's Baramati. The family has never lost an election ever since senior Pawar began his political career. Reportage: Prasanna D Zore/Rediff.com. Photographs: Sanjay Sawant/Rediff.com

Akshay, Ajay, Sunny: VOTE for Bollywood's Super Sardar!

Akshay, Ajay, Sunny: VOTE for Bollywood's Super Sardar!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Here's looking at Bollywood's coolest turbanators!

When Modi thumped the desk once too often

When Modi thumped the desk once too often

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

The prime minister was often seen vigorously thumping the desk, prompting his Cabinet colleagues and NDA MPs to follow suit.

#DesiTadka: Naomi's black sari vs Pamela's white choli

#DesiTadka: Naomi's black sari vs Pamela's white choli

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Take the poll and tell us which Hollywood celeb pulled off Indian wear better.

Is this the weakest Australian team ever to tour India?

Is this the weakest Australian team ever to tour India?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2017

Harbhajan Singh has rated the current Australian team led by Steven Smith as the 'weakest ever' in recent times to tour the Indian sub-continent.

In I-day speech, Modi hails India's rise under his govt

In I-day speech, Modi hails India's rise under his govt

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

The prime minister highlighted the gains made during his last four years vis-a-vis the previous governments to suggest that he has lived up to the promise of hope he had offered to the electorate in 2014.

10 BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

10 BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Rediff.com recaptures these and other exciting sporting moments from the week gone by....

In photos: UK's race to 10 Downing Street

In photos: UK's race to 10 Downing Street

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Theresa May's ruling Conservatives have not won outright majority in the UK parliament. Snapshots from Britain's post-Brexit snap general elections.

Cyclone Ockhi takes wind out of Gujarat poll campaign; rallies cancelled

Cyclone Ockhi takes wind out of Gujarat poll campaign; rallies cancelled

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

Rahul Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rallies for Wednesday were cancelled.

Few women, none from 'banned' age group enter Sabarimala after protests

Few women, none from 'banned' age group enter Sabarimala after protests

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Earlier, two women devotees could not proceed to the shrine after protesters forced them to return. Protesters pelted police with stones and the latter hit right back with vengeance wielding batons with telling effect, leaving many fallen and writhing in pain on the road.

Why Gujarat cops are visiting 'sensitive' Dalit villages

Why Gujarat cops are visiting 'sensitive' Dalit villages

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

'Police officers have to meet Dalits and other communities, find out about issues that could lead to law and order problems.'

Ben Kingsley plays a Sikh cabbie!

Ben Kingsley plays a Sikh cabbie!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

"Sir Ben," I called out on the red carpet as he arrived to applause from hundreds of admirers at the Elgin theatre in Toronto. "You have played so many ethnic characters starting from Gandhi to Lenin, and now you are a humble New York cabbie. What led you to take this role?"

How a Sikh family survived a massacre 30 years ago

How a Sikh family survived a massacre 30 years ago

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

'Koi Sardar hai? Goli se maar dalenge...' 'The only sardars who were spared in the train were the six with us. And the credit goes to the innate goodness of the passengers in our coach.' Payal Singh Mohanka remembers that horrifying train journey in the aftermath of Indira Gandhi's assassination.

Racial attacks against Indians in US raised in Lok Sabha

Racial attacks against Indians in US raised in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

Members in the Lok Sabha on Thursday expressed grave concern over hate crimes against Indians in the United States, with opposition parties questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "silence" on the matter and the government saying it was being "viewed seriously".

Shiv Sena's Vishwanath Mahadeshwar is new Mumbai Mayor

Shiv Sena's Vishwanath Mahadeshwar is new Mumbai Mayor

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

Shiv Sena nominee Hemangi Worlikar romped home as the deputy Mayor of BMC.

When Kareena, Shahid shared the stage...

When Kareena, Shahid shared the stage...

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

The cast of Udta Punjab get together to launch the film.

When my mother danced for Chou Enlai and the Dalai Lama

When my mother danced for Chou Enlai and the Dalai Lama

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

No one on that glittery occasion could possibly have imagined that the Chinese were conspiring to invade India, nor could anyone have predicted that the seemingly benign Dalai Lama was plotting to flee Tibet and seek asylum in India. A fascinating excerpt from Sukanya Rahman's must-read Dancing In The Family: The Extraordinary Story Of The First Family Of Indian Classical Dance.

Time running out for under-fire Harbhajan after Galle failure

Time running out for under-fire Harbhajan after Galle failure

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

As the beleaguered Indian cricket team start picking up pieces after a forgettable first Test, the spotlight is firmly fixed on team's senior-most pro Harbhajan Singh whose unimpressive show in the 63-run defeat has raised question marks about his future.

After Nitish supports note ban, Modi lauds Bihar CM over liquor ban

After Nitish supports note ban, Modi lauds Bihar CM over liquor ban

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

The two leaders heaped praise upon each other for effectively implementing prohibition in their states, reports M I Khan from Patna.

Sidhu mocked Modi like no one else

Sidhu mocked Modi like no one else

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

'His past as a cricketer makes it difficult for the BJP to question his nationalism.' 'He gets away by ridiculing Modi while something similar from most Congress leaders does not resonate as much.'

'Gandhi's honesty floored me'

'Gandhi's honesty floored me'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

Putting together a play about the Father of the Nation is no easy task. But when that play is a musical, the challenges increase.

VOTE: Your favourite Modi LOOK!

VOTE: Your favourite Modi LOOK!

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Presenting NaMo's various avatars. Vote and tell us which one is your favourite!

Modi, a modernist whose motivation is very Indian

Modi, a modernist whose motivation is very Indian

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

'For a vision to manifest in action one should know the path. Modi knows the path. That is why he repeatedly exhorted that he wanted the support of every political party, the industrialists, the Indians abroad, the youth, women, parents... practically his agenda involved every Indian. He wants to make every Indian a stake-holder in India's progress and he thinks that it is possible,' says Ram Madhav.

The point of no return

The point of no return

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Is there anything any one can say after Gajendra Singh's suicide that will not come across as inadequate, insincere, fatuous or too little too late?

Finally Sena joins Maharashtra govt, 10 ministers sworn-in

Finally Sena joins Maharashtra govt, 10 ministers sworn-in

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

With the Sena now joining the government, Mr Fadnavis can hope for an easier time during the winter session of the Assembly, beginning in Nagpur on December 8. The government will have a clear majority of 184 in a House of 288. The BJP has 121 MLAs, 43 short of a majority. The Shiv Sena 63.

The judiciary must fight for its honour

The judiciary must fight for its honour

Rediff.com18 May 2018

If the judiciary loses this fight, it will suffer irreparable damage and all of us citizens will be the losers.

Nightmare for Indians trapped in Brussels ends as they reach home

Nightmare for Indians trapped in Brussels ends as they reach home

Rediff.com25 Mar 2016

The airline had earlier taken all its stranded passengers in Brussels to the Dutch capital by road.