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Sabarimala Woman Activist Attacked

Sabarimala Woman Activist Attacked

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

Bindu Ammini was one of the two women who entered the Lord Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala in January 2019 after the Supreme Court vedict permitted the entry of women of all ages into the shrine.

Saudi Arabia to send four women to Rio Olympics

Saudi Arabia to send four women to Rio Olympics

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

The Saudi Olympic Committee has approved four female Saudi athletes to compete as part of the conservative Gulf kingdom's team at the Rio Olympics, a spokesman said on Sunday.

Missed Barbie? Watch It On OTT

Missed Barbie? Watch It On OTT

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Woke Barbie, detective Red Riding Hood and gangsters galore on OTT this week.

Entering religious places women's fundamental right, rules Bombay HC

Entering religious places women's fundamental right, rules Bombay HC

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Under the Maharashtra Hindu Place of Worship (Entry Authorisation) Act, if any temple or person prohibits any person from entering a temple then he or she faces a six-month imprisonment.

Share of youth employment at 5-year high in 2022, shows EPFO data

Share of youth employment at 5-year high in 2022, shows EPFO data

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

In the jobs created in 2022, the share of those in the age group 18-25 increased to at least a five-year high of 56 per cent. A Business Standard analysis of the monthly Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) payroll data shows in 2018 the share of youths among the new EPFO subscribers was 50.9 per cent. The National Statistical Office is releasing the monthly EPFO payroll data since April 2018 as part of the government's effort to track formal-sector employment by using payrolls as an instrument.

Trupti Desai seeks support of Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan

Trupti Desai seeks support of Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

A local AIMIM leader said they would not allow Desai to enter the sanctum sanctorum of the renowned Dargah and threatened to smear her face with black ink if she does so.

No women officers for BSF, ITBP and SSB

No women officers for BSF, ITBP and SSB

Rediff.com1 Jun 2010

The government has ruled out any women officers post for select paramilitary forces even as a significant number of women were recently recruited in lower ranks of some of the border guarding forces.

With BJP Joining In, Is 'Revdi Culture' here to stay?

With BJP Joining In, Is 'Revdi Culture' here to stay?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Modi's BJP has promised more revdis or freebies for these assembly elections than ever before, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

North-South Divide: Myth Or Reality?

North-South Divide: Myth Or Reality?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

For the BJP, Telangana is a sunrise state in the South, while Karnataka is a southern success despite the ups and downs.

Sania, Mithali on why women athletes are tougher

Sania, Mithali on why women athletes are tougher

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

Sania Mirza, Mithali Raj and Pullela Gopichand, on Wednesday, sent out a strong message on encouraging women players and developing essential infrastructure to promote sports in the country

2nd ODI preview: India women aim to seal series vs Kiwis

2nd ODI preview: India women aim to seal series vs Kiwis

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

The Indian women's team put behind off-field controversies by making a superb start to the three-ODI rubber -- which is part of the ICC Women's Championship series -- thrashing New Zealand by nine wickets in the opening match.

3 Saudi women barred from entering France with veils

3 Saudi women barred from entering France with veils

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Three Saudi women who refused to remove their face veils at Paris' Charles de Gaulle airport have been barred entry to France, a media report said.

Why some women can't reach an orgasm

Why some women can't reach an orgasm

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

For females, a new study has revealed, physical anatomy plays more of an important role.

Wrestling sensation Antim conquers U20 World C'ship again

Wrestling sensation Antim conquers U20 World C'ship again

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Antim Panghal on Friday created history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to win back-to-back U20 world titles

Over 500 women from banned group book e-tickets for darshan at Sabarimala

Over 500 women from banned group book e-tickets for darshan at Sabarimala

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

The figure assumes significance as the Sabarimala temple had witnessed frenzied devotees opposing the entry of women belonging to the menstrual-age in the wake of landmark Supreme Court verdict permitting women of all ages to offer prayers at the hill shrine.

Kiwi Devine urges fans to support women's T20

Kiwi Devine urges fans to support women's T20

Rediff.com7 May 2019

'I and all the overseas players have been really impressed with the standard of the domestic players'

When we took blows on our heads, no one came forward: Vinesh, Bajrang hurt as wrestlers drag them to court

When we took blows on our heads, no one came forward: Vinesh, Bajrang hurt as wrestlers drag them to court

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Facing the wrestling fraternity's wrath for accepting exemption from the Asian Games trials, Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia on Monday said they are hurt that young wresters dragged them to the court.

Wrestlers' protest disrupted: Forced to relocate from Jantar Mantar

Wrestlers' protest disrupted: Forced to relocate from Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Police said they will be allowed to demonstrate at a suitable place in the city other than Jantar Mantar.

Women archers clinch Olympic quota places

Women archers clinch Olympic quota places

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

India's women archers Deepika Kumari, Laishram Bombayla Devi and Chekrovolu Swuro clinched Olympic quota berths and then went on to oust reigning champions Koreans for their maiden entry into the final of the World Championships in Turin, Italy.

Boost to BJP in UP, OBC leader Rajbhar returns to NDA

Boost to BJP in UP, OBC leader Rajbhar returns to NDA

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Shah on Sunday tweeted a picture of their meeting and welcomed the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party leader to the NDA.

Patidar leader Naresh Patel keeps everyone guessing about his political moves

Patidar leader Naresh Patel keeps everyone guessing about his political moves

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Influential Patidar leader Naresh Patel, who heads the Shree Khodaldham Temple Trust, on Wednesday claimed that though the older generation is against him joining politics, youth and women want him to take the route.

Women lawyers move SC against Delhi gang-rape advocates

Women lawyers move SC against Delhi gang-rape advocates

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

An association of women lawyers on Friday mentioned in the Supreme Court a petition seeking action against two advocates for making derogatory remarks on women in a BBC documentary on the December 16 gang-rape case.

Asian Athletics: India's gold tally reaches five!

Asian Athletics: India's gold tally reaches five!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Parul Chaudhary won her maiden 3000m steeplechase title in a major international event to swell India's gold tally to five

Bigg Boss OTT 2: Eviction, Addiction & Romance

Bigg Boss OTT 2: Eviction, Addiction & Romance

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

The second season of Bigg Boss OTT premiered over the weekend on JIO Cinema and it was an exciting watch, thanks to host Salman Khan and an interesting line-up of contestants.

For the first time, Lucknow mosque to allow women to offer prayers

For the first time, Lucknow mosque to allow women to offer prayers

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

The city's main mosque will have a section especially dedicated to the women.

Pleas in HC, district court for protection of Hindu symbols in Gyanvapi

Pleas in HC, district court for protection of Hindu symbols in Gyanvapi

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Rakhi Singh has accused the Muslim side of destroying Hindu symbols on the Gyanvapi premises and demanded protection of the entire complex in order to ensure that these symbols are not lost.

VHP insists on holding yatra in Neh despite curfew

VHP insists on holding yatra in Neh despite curfew

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

The VHP president said that it is beyond understanding that the administration is denying permission for a peaceful Yatra.

SC declines to stay verdict allowing women of all ages into Sabarimala temple

SC declines to stay verdict allowing women of all ages into Sabarimala temple

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

The apex court had on Tuesday agreed to hear on January 22 in open court the pleas seeking review of its verdict but refused to stay its judgment.

CWG: Hima qualifies for 200m semis; Manju in hammer throw final

CWG: Hima qualifies for 200m semis; Manju in hammer throw final

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Star Indian sprinter Hima Das qualified for the women's 200m semi-finals after winning her heat with a timing of 23.42s at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Thursday.

Parrikar moots the idea for raising all women battalion

Parrikar moots the idea for raising all women battalion

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Monday mooted the idea of raising an all women battalion and stationing of women on warships besides opening the doors of the National Defence Academy and Sainik schools for them.

Will Wimbledon allow Russian, Belarusian players this year?

Will Wimbledon allow Russian, Belarusian players this year?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

Wimbledon was the only Grand Slam to ban competitors from Russia and Belarus last year.

Women may soon be in combat roles

Women may soon be in combat roles

Rediff.com26 Jun 2006

Mukherjee also sought to clear an impression that women officers were not being provided equal treatment in terms of service conditions and said they were doing a 'good job' and 'should be encouraged.'

Wimbledon defends ban on Russian, Belarusian players

Wimbledon defends ban on Russian, Belarusian players

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

AELTC took the decision in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Hijab row: K'taka extends holiday for PU colleges till Feb 15

Hijab row: K'taka extends holiday for PU colleges till Feb 15

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

The government has already ordered closure of the degree and diploma colleges till February 16.

Security forces carry out op to seize arms in Manipur

Security forces carry out op to seize arms in Manipur

Rediff.com27 May 2023

Armed vigilante groups have been taking the law into their own hands in parts of Manipur, in the wake of ethnic rioting earlier, thus complicating the peace process. At times, militant groups have joined in the fray, creating an even more volatile cocktail of ethnic tension.

'Govt Has Fooled Manoj Jarange Patil'

'Govt Has Fooled Manoj Jarange Patil'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

'The BJP, already falling short of a strong OBC leader from Maharashtra, will be more than happy to welcome Chhagan Bhujbal in its fold.'

Coming Up On OTT This July

Coming Up On OTT This July

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

There's so much entertainment coming your way this July. From exciting theatre releases to fun OTT watch, there's so much happening.

Rashtrapati Bhavan's Mughal Gardens renamed Amrit Udyan

Rashtrapati Bhavan's Mughal Gardens renamed Amrit Udyan

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

The renaming of the stretch and other institutions is in line with the Centre's effort to remove any trace of colonial mindset, it has maintained.

On The Scent Of A Laddu

On The Scent Of A Laddu

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

It should have been much easier to find this farsan maker's premises given the number of two-wheelers that stream up to this address the day before Ganesh Chaturthi to collect armfuls of bags of laddus, chuda and other kind of chatpata namkeen stuff.

Great women: She refused to be orthodox

Great women: She refused to be orthodox

Rediff.com20 Mar 2007

The invitation went out on March 8, Women's Day. Mail has since poured as readers celebrate the most important woman in their lives.