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Du Plessis keeping options open ahead of T20 World Cup

Du Plessis keeping options open ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

As much as Faf du Plessis finds MS Dhoni's leadership inspirational but when he leads Johannesburg Super Kings in the upcoming SA20, he will go about the job in his own way, with an eye on wearing the Proteas jersey in the T20 World Cup in June.

Govt to start wider consultations on uniform civil code

Govt to start wider consultations on uniform civil code

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

Government on Friday said it will move on implementation of the controversial uniform civil code as per the spirit of the Indian Constitution and will start at the earliest the process wider consultations for a consensus.

Naxal attack martyrs' blood-stained uniforms found in dump

Naxal attack martyrs' blood-stained uniforms found in dump

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

The Central Reserve Police Force on Thursday said it has ordered an inquiry into the shocking recovery of uniforms, suspected to be that of troopers martyred in a recent Naxal ambush in Chhattisgarh, in a garbage dump near a hospital in state capital Raipur.

Sizzling Holi ahead? Temp may surge to 40 degrees C in 9 states, here is why

Sizzling Holi ahead? Temp may surge to 40 degrees C in 9 states, here is why

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

The independent group of scientists and communicators previously said that winters are quickly transitioning into summer-like conditions in north India, shortening the spring season.

'Lord Ram Will Protect The Constitution'

'Lord Ram Will Protect The Constitution'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'Rama is Lord God of maryada. Today's maryada is the Constitution.'

Law panel seeks people's views on triple talaq, Uniform Civil Code

Law panel seeks people's views on triple talaq, Uniform Civil Code

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

'Should the practice of triple talaq be abolished, retained or retained with suitable amendments; and whether a uniform civil code should be optional', are among 16 queries by the commission.

Ayodhya: Before The Gates Open

Ayodhya: Before The Gates Open

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com captures scenes from Ayodhya hours before the pran prathishta ceremony.

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

On the 25th anniversary of the battle that made his war cry 'Dil Maange More' part of national lore, we republish that feature to salute Captain Batra's ultimate sacrifice for the nation.

Uniform VAT rates sought

Uniform VAT rates sought

Rediff.com6 Apr 2005

RSS bids goodbye to khaki shorts, starts sale of its new uniform

RSS bids goodbye to khaki shorts, starts sale of its new uniform

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

On the occasion of Vijaya Dashami, which will fall on October 11, the RSS workers will wear the new pants along with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat.

Should women's cricket have the same field size as men?

Should women's cricket have the same field size as men?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

There is a lot of merit in the argument to standardise the boundary size in women's and men's cricket, considering the players' increasing ability to clear the ropes

Coming Movie Attractions In January

Coming Movie Attractions In January

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Joginder Tuteja lists our theatrical entertainment for the month.

Telecom: Uniform licence fee to be delayed

Telecom: Uniform licence fee to be delayed

Rediff.com5 Nov 2009

A department of telecommunication official said the regulator has already put questions relating to uniform licence fee to the stakeholder in its consultation paper 'Overall Spectrum Management and Review of License Terms and Conditions'.

SC rejects pleas to ask govt to frame religion-, gender-neutral laws

SC rejects pleas to ask govt to frame religion-, gender-neutral laws

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain pleas seeking a direction to the Centre to frame religion and gender-neutral uniform laws governing subjects like marriage, divorce, inheritance and alimony, saying it cannot direct Parliament to "enact the law".

Tax panel for uniform stamp duty

Tax panel for uniform stamp duty

Rediff.com31 Jan 2006

Winter Olympics: Indian team in mismatched uniform

Winter Olympics: Indian team in mismatched uniform

Rediff.com13 Feb 2010

How could Indian athletes be sent to participate in the Winter Olympic that opened in Vancouver with mismatched uniforms.

After Art 370, Ayodhya, will Sangh aim for Uniform Civil Code?

After Art 370, Ayodhya, will Sangh aim for Uniform Civil Code?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

A small step in this direction was taken with making triple talaq a punishable offence in the last Parliament session. But UCC is difficult to implement, reports Archis Mohan.

Biden slams Trump for remarks on Haley's husband

Biden slams Trump for remarks on Haley's husband

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

United States President Joe Biden has slammed his predecessor Donald Trump for dragging Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's husband into the swirl of personal attacks.

Consumer goods: ISO to develop uniform standards

Consumer goods: ISO to develop uniform standards

Rediff.com26 May 2009

Committee on Consumer Policy, a body established by ISO, is holding an international conference in New Delhi to study the feasibility of developing uniform standards. Inaugurating the event on Tuesday, consumer affairs secretary Yashwant Bhave said the deliberations have to find out whether inter-operability in consumer goods will work.

Uniform call rates likely across India

Uniform call rates likely across India

Rediff.com14 Jun 2005

Telecom subscribers will soon have uniform rates across the country as 'One India', Telecom Minister Dayanidhi Maran said on Tuesday.

'Heeramandi wasn't another sex scene'

'Heeramandi wasn't another sex scene'

Rediff.com16 May 2024

'While I was performing it, I had a weird feeling that people would love it because it's so bizarre.'

Huge cache of arms and ammunition seized in strife-hit Manipur

Huge cache of arms and ammunition seized in strife-hit Manipur

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

The number of seized weapons included 36 arms including three numbers of Ak 47/56, four carbine machine guns, seven SLRs and 1,615 number of ammunition and explosives including 82 numbers of hand grenades, police said.

Aus PM applauds Khawaja's bold move against ICC

Aus PM applauds Khawaja's bold move against ICC

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

The ICC has barred Usman Khawaja from displaying messages of equality and freedom

Cong planning to shift winning Rajasthan candidates to Bengaluru: BJP

Cong planning to shift winning Rajasthan candidates to Bengaluru: BJP

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Bharatiya Janata Party's Rajya Sabha MP and candidate from Sawai Madhopur Kirodi Lal Meena Friday said two Bengaluru resorts have been booked for winning candidates of the Congress to camp there after the results of the Rajasthan Assembly polls are announced.

Navratri: Blue Is The Warmest Colour

Navratri: Blue Is The Warmest Colour

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Continuing our Navratri colour trail, Sukanya Verma lists nine royal blue impressions that Bollywood left on screen.

2 killed, Army major among 50 injured in fresh violence in Manipur

2 killed, Army major among 50 injured in fresh violence in Manipur

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Firing between security forces and armed men has been reported from Pallel area of Manipur's Tengnoupal district since early hours of Friday, officials said.

A salute and a kiss: Tearful adieu to Inspector Wani

A salute and a kiss: Tearful adieu to Inspector Wani

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Loud wails rent the air at the Police Lines area in Srinagar as soon as the tricolour-draped coffin of Inspector Masroor Ahmad Wani was brought for a wreath laying ceremony.

Meet IAF's Women Agniveers

Meet IAF's Women Agniveers

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

'Training was incredible and thrilling, be it firing weapons, drill or 10 km runs and push-ups. It gave us unforgettable memories and inculcated soldier like qualities.'

Use of Indian languages key for increasing internet access in India: Report

Use of Indian languages key for increasing internet access in India: Report

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Nearly 665 million Indians or 45 per cent of the rural population did not have access to the internet as of 2023. Difficulty in understanding internet procedures, insufficient awareness of its benefits, and a lack of interest have emerged as the top reasons for a gap in internet penetration in rural India, according to a joint report by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and Kantar. "The proficiency of English in rural India is very low. While we have content in Hindi, the internet is English-heavy.

Govt calls all-party meet a day ahead of special Parliament session

Govt calls all-party meet a day ahead of special Parliament session

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

A meeting of the floor leaders of all political parties has been convened on September 17, a day before the start of a five-day Parliament session, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Wednesday.

Noida wall collapse: 18-year-old student's dream to don Army uniform dashed

Noida wall collapse: 18-year-old student's dream to don Army uniform dashed

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

The 18-year-old was the youngest of four labourers killed when the boundary wall of a housing society collapsed on them at Jal Vayu Vihar in Sector 21 in Noida.

Musharraf 'determined' to remove uniform

Musharraf 'determined' to remove uniform

Rediff.com6 Nov 2007

Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on Monday said that he was determined to remove his army uniform and hold the general election due by mid-January 'as close as possible to the schedule" despite the imposition of emergency in the country. "I am determined to execute this third stage of transition fully and I'm determined to remove my uniform once we correct these pillars in judiciary and the executive and the parliament," he said while explaining the reasons for emergency.

JMM case verdict rewarded MPs who accepted bribes for voting

JMM case verdict rewarded MPs who accepted bribes for voting

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

The minority judgment of the 1998 verdict has highlighted the prima facie absurdity in the paradox created by the majority judgment, it said.

Law panel recommends mandatory NRI, OCI marriage registration

Law panel recommends mandatory NRI, OCI marriage registration

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Such a legislation, the panel said, should be made applicable not only to the NRIs but also to those individuals who come within the definition of 'Overseas Citizens of India' as laid down in the Citizenship Act, 1955.

Oscars 2024: Meet The Winners!

Oscars 2024: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

A quick look at the winners of the 96th Annual Academy Awards.

Oscar Nominations: A Quick Glance

Oscar Nominations: A Quick Glance

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

The nominations for the 96th annual Academy Awards have been announced.

Vote! The Sexiest Men in Uniform!

Vote! The Sexiest Men in Uniform!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

As Shahid Kapoor becomes the latest to suit up, we ask you readers to judge which of these actors looks best in fighting gear.

Curfew imposed in Imphal valley after violent protests

Curfew imposed in Imphal valley after violent protests

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Curfew was imposed in the entire Imphal valley on Thursday following violent protests for the release of five men, including a trained cadre of a banned terror outfit, who were arrested earlier this week on the charges of extortion.

'They wanted to create an image of me as a devil'

'They wanted to create an image of me as a devil'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

'Those giving voice to the voiceless should be welcomed, not punished.' 'Yes, I paid a price -- 10 years in jail -- but it wasn't only me who did so. There are many paying the price.'