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Rajasthan to clip 4,000-Mw solar project to save birds

Rajasthan to clip 4,000-Mw solar project to save birds

Rediff.com19 Aug 2014

In a major jolt to India's solar energy programme, the Rajasthan government might cancel the 4,000-Mw solar UMPP (ultra mega power project), which was expected to come up near Sambhar Lake.

Modi's reshuffle: Who's in, who's out

Modi's reshuffle: Who's in, who's out

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

The theme of the reshuffle is to fulfill Modi's earlier promise of 'maximum governance, minimum government.' Some key ministries are likely to be merged.

A politician who means business

A politician who means business

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

'She really doesn't care if she is called heartless.' 'For her, the job needs to be done. That's all that matters.'

10 arguments on demonetisation I am fed up of

10 arguments on demonetisation I am fed up of

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

In all the time he has spent in bank and ATM queues, these are the 10 arguments that were being thrown at him constantly by those supporting the demonetisation, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

6 states in 18 months: BJP vs Cong

6 states in 18 months: BJP vs Cong

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

Elections in Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan will see the BJP and Congress in direct contest.

Cabinet expansion only after July Parliament session

Cabinet expansion only after July Parliament session

Rediff.com29 May 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to include only those who perform well as parliamentarians.

BJP wins 4-0 in 'semi-final' polls, Congress suffers humiliating defeat

BJP wins 4-0 in 'semi-final' polls, Congress suffers humiliating defeat

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday handed a 4-0 drubbing to the Congress in the assembly polls by scoring landslide victories in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh and managing to retain power in Chhattisgarh.

Poll politics threatens Rajasthan's free medicine revolution

Poll politics threatens Rajasthan's free medicine revolution

Rediff.com29 Nov 2013

The Chief Minister's Free Medicine Scheme in Rajasthan is probably the most successful scheme introduced by the Ashok Gehlot government in the state. Now poll politics has cast a shadow over the scheme

Veteran Congress leader Balram Jakhar passes away; Modi, Sonia condole death

Veteran Congress leader Balram Jakhar passes away; Modi, Sonia condole death

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

Veteran Congress leader and former Lok Sabha Speaker Balram Jakhar passed away in New Delhi on Wednesday. He was 92.

Stormy monsoon session ends, key legislations delayed

Stormy monsoon session ends, key legislations delayed

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

The stormy monsoon session of Parliament came to an end on Thursday, becoming a virtual washout and delaying legislations which could not be passed because of continuous acrimony.

Woman power and charisma rule Rajasthan polls

Woman power and charisma rule Rajasthan polls

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

If you thought that the skewed sex ratio of Rajasthan has dampened the spirit of the fairer sex in the desert state, then you are in for a surprise. For, if you browse through the ongoing Rajasthan assembly poll candidature list, you will realise how the female candidates are way ahead of their male counterparts, says Shahnawaz Akhtar

Padmavati row: Rajput body calls for countrywide bandh on Dec 1

Padmavati row: Rajput body calls for countrywide bandh on Dec 1

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

Six of the eight persons detained in connection with the vandalising of a cinema hall were sent to judicial custody till November 19.

'BJP's Dhumal, son Anurag dented Himachal exchequer by Rs 100 cr'

'BJP's Dhumal, son Anurag dented Himachal exchequer by Rs 100 cr'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2015

The Congress opened another front against the Bharatiya Janata Party, as it raked up the row surrounding allotment of land to Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association during its rule and accused former CM PK Dhumal and his son Anurag Thakur of causing a loss of Rs 100 crore to the state exchequer.

In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi remembers Kargil heroes, forgets OROP

In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi remembers Kargil heroes, forgets OROP

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

The PM hailed the armed forces in context of Kargil Vijay Divas and paid tributes to the fallen heroes.

Why are contesting candidates' spouse always richer?

Why are contesting candidates' spouse always richer?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2014

A glance through the declared assets of candidates contesting the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections reveals that future lawmakers of the country are rich, but not as much as their spouses.

Monsoon Session: Aggressive opposition forces adjournments in both houses

Monsoon Session: Aggressive opposition forces adjournments in both houses

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

The Question hour in the Lok Sabha was also washed out for the second consecutive day as an aggressive opposition stalled the proceedings over the same controversy.

Washout in Parliament's monsoon session over Lalitgate, Vyapam

Washout in Parliament's monsoon session over Lalitgate, Vyapam

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

Parliament on Wednesday saw a washout as the Opposition aggressively pressed for ouster of Sushma Swaraj, Vasundhara Raje and Shivraj Singh Chouhan, rejecting the government's offer for a debate.

Four key steps BJP should immediately take

Four key steps BJP should immediately take

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Two years is when the honeymoon surely starts to sour, so what should Prime Minister Narendra Modi focus on ahead of 2019? Devanik Saha offers some ideas.

Fundamental liberties could be curtailed again: LK Advani

Fundamental liberties could be curtailed again: LK Advani

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

'I don't have the confidence that Emergency cannot happen again,' says BJP veteran LK Advani days ahead of the 40th anniversary of the imposition of Emergency.

Is Modi helping Modi: Cong slams Sushma, PM over Lalit row

Is Modi helping Modi: Cong slams Sushma, PM over Lalit row

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

At a press conference, the Congress posed 11 questions to the PM over the Lalit Modi controversy, asking if the Modi sarkar would also extend such help to Dawood Ibrahim if he too sought such help.

President okays Rajasthan's labour reforms

President okays Rajasthan's labour reforms

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Paving the way for the first set of labour reforms in the country, President Pranab Mukherjee has given his assent to Rajasthan's amendments to three laws.

The changing fortunes of Lalit Modi

The changing fortunes of Lalit Modi

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

Prakash Bhandari chalks the journey of Lalit Modi from his troubled adolescent days to his mid-life crisis, from his grand success at the India Premier League to his dramatic exit from it

Fadnavis sworn in as first BJP CM of Maharashtra

Fadnavis sworn in as first BJP CM of Maharashtra

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

Amid a plethora of senior party leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and party president Amit Shah, Bharatiya Janata Party's Devendra Fadnavis took the oath of office at a mega function organised at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

Winter session: The ice is unlikely to break

Winter session: The ice is unlikely to break

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

The opposition, while not directly stalling Parliament, will insist all legislation goes to standing committees, delaying implementation.

On his birthday, PM Modi inaugurates 'engineering miracle' Sardar Dam

On his birthday, PM Modi inaugurates 'engineering miracle' Sardar Dam

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

Modi, who turned 67, unveiled the plaque dedicating the dam to the nation.

Lalit Modi files nomination for RCA polls, BCCI threatens suspension

Lalit Modi files nomination for RCA polls, BCCI threatens suspension

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

Despite being banned for life by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, former Indian Premier League commissioner Lalit Modi defiantly filed his nomination for the December 19 Rajasthan Cricket Association elections on Monday, prompting a livid BCCI to threaten suspension of RCA for letting him back.

Digvijaya speaks up: This is NOT Narendra Modi's victory

Digvijaya speaks up: This is NOT Narendra Modi's victory

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

'These poll results are not a reflection of the leadership of Rahul Gandhi. Certainly not! These are state elections, which are fought on state issues, and there were no national issues involved.' A reflective Digvijaya Singh speaks to Rediff.com's Vaihayasi Pande Daniel.

Cong moves EC against Modi's 'poisonous' remark, using Red Fort replica

Cong moves EC against Modi's 'poisonous' remark, using Red Fort replica

Rediff.com29 Nov 2013

The Congress on Friday moved the Election Commission to restrain the Bhyaratiya Janata Party from using a Red Fort replica in Narendra Modi's election rallies in Delhi.

Is the RSS running the Narendra Modi government?

Is the RSS running the Narendra Modi government?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2014

The Opposition has alleged that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh runs the Narendra Modi government.

Jaipur Literature Festival kicks off at Diggi Palace

Jaipur Literature Festival kicks off at Diggi Palace

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

Soulful strains of classical music wafted through the chilly air as the ninth edition of the Zee Jaipur Literature Festival kicked off in Jaipur on Thursday at its usual venue, the sun-kissed Diggi Palace grounds, amid elaborate security arrangements.

Leaders condole death of President's wife Suvra Mukherjee

Leaders condole death of President's wife Suvra Mukherjee

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

The prime minister tweeted: "Pained to know about the passing away of Mrs Suvra Mukherjee. My condolences to Rashtrapati ji & his family in this hour of grief."

Scolded by Sonia, Tharoor gets pat on the back from Modi

Scolded by Sonia, Tharoor gets pat on the back from Modi

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

Modi showered praise on Tharoor for his Oxford speech, saying he reflected the sentiments of the citizens of India.

A blessing PM spends some time in India: Nitish

A blessing PM spends some time in India: Nitish

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

It is a blessing that Prime Minister Narendra Modi "spends some time in the country also", Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said on Wednesday.

The former IAS officer known for picking right side

The former IAS officer known for picking right side

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

According to data culled by PRS Legislative Research, Singh has asked 13 questions in the Lok Sabha in its proceedings up to the last budget session, while the average is 69.

Will 'Na Khaane Doonga' PM allow corruption of high office?

Will 'Na Khaane Doonga' PM allow corruption of high office?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

A Union minister and a chief minister stand accused of corrupting their office. If Prime Minister Narendra Modi lets them continue, he will have broken his election promise substantively, says Aakar Patel.

Modi, Amit Shah and their Dilli ki Sultanate

Modi, Amit Shah and their Dilli ki Sultanate

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

'The Modi Sultanate -- like the Congress Sultanate -- does not understand local aspirations and politics. It will repeat the same mistakes whenever it takes on powerful regional leaders.'

What's playing on our leaders' minds

What's playing on our leaders' minds

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

At the best of times, ticket distribution in India's political parties is a tough business. The post-election result has to be judged, and judged correctly. It's an impossible job in view of the 814 million voters for whom the party bigwigs have to perform. Sheela Bhatt presents this light-hearted assessment of what's top of the mind for our political heavyweights.

BJP rejected in Raj for brutal 'misuse' of power: Sachin Pilot

BJP rejected in Raj for brutal 'misuse' of power: Sachin Pilot

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

Enthused over Congress' victory in three out of four Assembly seats in Rajasthan, state party president Sachin Pilot on Tuesday said people have rejected the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party for brutal "misuse" of power.

In battle for ballots, stakes are high for Raje, Pilot

In battle for ballots, stakes are high for Raje, Pilot

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

Elections in four assembly seats, Nasirabad in Ajmer, Kota South and Weir in Bharatpur and Surajgarh in Jhunjhunu, are scheduled for Saturday. Results will be declared three days later on September 16

Lalit Modi set to fight Rajasthan CA elections

Lalit Modi set to fight Rajasthan CA elections

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

The high voltage elections of the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) have been scheduled for December 19 even as uncertainty prevails over former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi's participations in the poll.