News for 'women quota'

Olympic quotas far fetched after trap shooters disappoint

Olympic quotas far fetched after trap shooters disappoint

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

In women's trap, Manisha Keer is the best placed Indian in the 38th spot.

Another flop day... India still medal-less at shooting World Cup

Another flop day... India still medal-less at shooting World Cup

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

World Championship bronze-medallist shooter Mehuli Ghosh and well-known rifle exponent Manini Kaushi failed to get India's campaign going

India's archers stumble: Women lose Olympic qualifier

India's archers stumble: Women lose Olympic qualifier

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

India women archers suffered a shock 3-5 loss to lower-ranked Ukraine in the pre-quarterfinals of the Final Olympic Qualifier.

Expect a war in Parliament on women's quota: Lalu

Expect a war in Parliament on women's quota: Lalu

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

A confrontation over the issue of the Women's Reservation Bill appeared imminent in Parliament with Government planning to take it up next week, triggering a sharp reaction by its detractors Mulayam Singh Yadav and Lalu Prasad with the latter threatening "war".

Women's Quota Bill: SP,RJD withdraw support to UPA

Women's Quota Bill: SP,RJD withdraw support to UPA

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

The decision by SP, with 21 members in Lok Sabha, and RJD with four will, however, have no impact on the stability of the UPA government. The SP and the RJD were outside supporters of the government.

India beat Bangladesh in Women's U19 Asia Cup

India beat Bangladesh in Women's U19 Asia Cup

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

G Trisha made a fine unbeaten fifty to guide India to a facile eight-wicket win over Bangladesh in their first Super Four match of the Women's Under-19 T20 Asia Cup on Thursday.

Rahul regrets no OBC quota in 2010 women's bill

Rahul regrets no OBC quota in 2010 women's bill

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Friday expressed his regret that the Other Backward Class (OBC) quota was not provided under the Bill brought by United Progressive Alliance (UPA) in 2010.

Shooters Raiza, Naruka secure Olympic quotas

Shooters Raiza, Naruka secure Olympic quotas

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Dhillon finished second with 52 hits.

Chopra leads 19-member Indian squad for World C'ships

Chopra leads 19-member Indian squad for World C'ships

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Neeraj to lead India in World C'ships; three miss chance due to medical issues despite qualification

Swedish coach to shape future of Indian women's football

Swedish coach to shape future of Indian women's football

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Swede Joakim Alexandersson was on Thursday appointed as the chief coach of the India women's U-20 and U-17 national teams by the All India Football Federation.

Shooter Shriyanka wins Paris Olympics quota

Shooter Shriyanka wins Paris Olympics quota

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Shriyanka Sadangi grabbed India's 13th Paris Olympics quota when she finished fourth in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions event at the Asian Shooting Championship.

Shooting: Varun, Esha seal Olympic quota places with golds

Shooting: Varun, Esha seal Olympic quota places with golds

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Young shooters Varun Tomar and Esha Singh secured two Olympic quota places for India with gold medals.

Rahul Gandhi backs women's reservation bill, but wants quota for OBCs too

Rahul Gandhi backs women's reservation bill, but wants quota for OBCs too

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

He claimed that out of 90 secretaries of the government of India, only three are from the Other Backward Classes and control only five per cent of the Budget, which he said was an "insult" to the backward classes.

ISSF Worlds: Rajeshwari earns India's seventh Olympic quota

ISSF Worlds: Rajeshwari earns India's seventh Olympic quota

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Rajeshwari Kumari showed why she is among the best in the country when she earned a seventh 2024 Paris Olympic quota place by finishing fifth in the ISSF World Championship in Baku.

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Female students alleged that Saraswati used abusive language, sent obscene messages, and made unwanted physical advances.

'Inescapable web': How Chaitanyananda intimidated students

'Inescapable web': How Chaitanyananda intimidated students

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati, accused of sexually harassing students, allegedly created an 'inescapable web' of intimidation at a private management institute, ensuring his control over its operations.

Oppn dubs women's reservation bill an election jumla

Oppn dubs women's reservation bill an election jumla

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

The opposition on Tuesday termed as an 'election jumla' the women's reservation bill brought by the government with many leaders raising questions over the proposed legislation, contending it doesn't account for reservation for OBC communities and that it will be effective at the earliest by the 2029 Lok Sabha polls.

Won't vote on women's quota Bill sans debate: BJP

Won't vote on women's quota Bill sans debate: BJP

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

"The government should have a roadmap and strategy for passing such an important bill. We are not in favour of passing such a vital bill without a discussion. It (a discussion) is a requirement for a Constitutional Amendment as the basic structure of the Constitution will change," Deputy Leader of BJP in Rajya Sabha S S Ahluwalia said.

Sarabjot wins bronze to seal Paris Olympics quota

Sarabjot wins bronze to seal Paris Olympics quota

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Sarabjot Singh locked the Paris Olympics quota by winning a bronze medal in the men's 10m air pistol.

Asian Shooting C'ship: NRAI picks squad, Olympic quota in sight

Asian Shooting C'ship: NRAI picks squad, Olympic quota in sight

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Indian shooters will get another chance to secure their quota places for the 2024 Paris Olympics as the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) on Saturday named its squad for the upcoming Asian Shooting Championships.

Dhiraj wins silver; secures India's first Paris Olympic quota in Archery

Dhiraj wins silver; secures India's first Paris Olympic quota in Archery

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Dhiraj Bommadevara clinched India's first Paris Olympics quota in archery when he bagged a silver at the Asian Continental Qualification Tournament in Bangkok on Saturday.

Is Nepal unrest handiwork of 'outsiders'?

Is Nepal unrest handiwork of 'outsiders'?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'This escalation was definitely not part of Gen Z's plan. It seems now that these external forces were keenly observing the initial developments from the sidelines and jumped into the fray, taking advantage of the situation, finding that the time was suitable for such acts'

Why women's reservation bill is pending for 27 years

Why women's reservation bill is pending for 27 years

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

While the BJP and the Congress have always supported the bill, opposition by other parties and demands from some for quota for backward classes within the women's quota have been key sticking points.

Unconstitutional: Roll back 4% Muslim quota in contracts, BJP asks Sidda

Unconstitutional: Roll back 4% Muslim quota in contracts, BJP asks Sidda

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

The BJP has vehemently criticized the Karnataka government's decision to provide four per cent reservation for Muslims in government contracts, labeling it an "unconstitutional misadventure." The party has pledged to challenge the move in court and has vowed to oppose it at all levels. Meanwhile, the ruling Congress party has defended the reservation, arguing that it aligns with constitutional provisions. The issue has led to heated exchanges in the Karnataka Assembly, with both parties accusing each other of engaging in appeasement politics.

Centre won't push women's quota bill in LS for now

Centre won't push women's quota bill in LS for now

Rediff.com10 Mar 2010

UPA managers say cooling of tempers, passage of Budget are bigger priorities.

'Cricket joins the Olympics'

'Cricket joins the Olympics'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

'Cricket has always united us, and now, it's part of the Olympic movement! On this #OlympicDay, let's celebrate the power of sport to inspire, connect, and uplift'

'Why Worship Modi For Women Reservation Bill?'

'Why Worship Modi For Women Reservation Bill?'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

'This is not about revering women; this is about women entering politics.' 'This is about women having a say in how State policies have to be shaped.'

ISSF Worlds: Sheoran secures India's fifth Olympic quota

ISSF Worlds: Sheoran secures India's fifth Olympic quota

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

India's Akhil Sheoran secured the country's fifth Paris Olympics quota in shooting after winning the bronze medal in men's rifle 3-position competition at the ISSF World Championships in Baku on Sunday.

MP: 35% quota for women in govt jobs; 50% in teaching

MP: 35% quota for women in govt jobs; 50% in teaching

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Madhya Pradesh government has issued a notification for providing 35 per cent reservation in recruitment to women, barring the Forest department in the state.

Oppn supported women's reservation bill 'reluctantly': Modi

Oppn supported women's reservation bill 'reluctantly': Modi

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

He said Congress would push Madhya Pradesh back into the BIMARU (laggard) category if given an opportunity again.

Women's Bill: Oppn tries to corner govt on OBC quota

Women's Bill: Oppn tries to corner govt on OBC quota

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Opposition parties Nationalist Congress Party and Samajwadi Party on Wednesday demanded reservation for OBCs in the women's reservation bill and questioned the reason for calling a special session when the bill cannot be implemented before census and delimitation.

USA secure Olympic spot as cricket makes historic return

USA secure Olympic spot as cricket makes historic return

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Cricket will make a triumphant return to the Olympics at the 2028 Los Angeles Games after a 128-year absence, with six teams vying for top honors in both the men's and women's competitions. The sport was last featured in the 1900 Paris Olympics. The qualification process for the 2028 Games is yet to be confirmed, but the USA, as host nation, is likely to receive a direct spot, leaving five qualification places up for grabs.

Sift Kaur earns sixth Paris Olympics quota place for India

Sift Kaur earns sixth Paris Olympics quota place for India

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Sift Kaur Samra gave ample proof of her immense potential, earning India its sixth Paris Olympic quota place.

Cabinet reshuffle buzz in Maharashtra strengthens

Cabinet reshuffle buzz in Maharashtra strengthens

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

The speculation about the likely cabinet reshuffle in Maharashtra strengthened on Saturday, with senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule stressing that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' discretion is supreme among allies.

Cong will snatch tribal quota: Modi in Jharkhand

Cong will snatch tribal quota: Modi in Jharkhand

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday accused the Congress of making attempts to snatch reservations meant for tribals and hand them over to its 'vote bank'.

Women's Asia Cup: Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh

Women's Asia Cup: Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Hosts Sri Lanka started their campaign in the Women's T20 Asia Cup on a positive note

Telangana gives 33.3% quota for women under EWS category

Telangana gives 33.3% quota for women under EWS category

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

A government order issued on Tuesday on the guidelines for implementing the 10 percent EWS reservations in the state, also said every higher educational institution in Telangana shall increase the number of seats in each branch of study or faculty to admit EWS candidates for all admissions notification issued hereafter. "

India women's recurve team fails to make Olympics cut

India women's recurve team fails to make Olympics cut

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

Deepika Kumari will now be the sole entry in the women's section at the Tokyo Games. It will be her third successive Olympics.

Panchayat 4 Is Back And We Can't Keep Calm!

Panchayat 4 Is Back And We Can't Keep Calm!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Since the actors fit their parts perfectly, and everybody gets enough of an opportunity to shine, they have become familiar to viewers. So along with its relatable, laugh-out-loud content, they are a big reason for the show's popularity, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Women's T20 World Cup moved to UAE amid Bangladesh unrest

Women's T20 World Cup moved to UAE amid Bangladesh unrest

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The ICC on Tuesday said the Women's T20 World Cup will be moved to the United Arab Emirates due to the prevailing unrest in Bangladesh