News for 'zero tolerance'

'We Have Shown The Ability To Hit But Also To Stop'

'We Have Shown The Ability To Hit But Also To Stop'

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'We do not want to fall into a trap of uncontrolled escalation or all out conflict.' 'When the need arises we will do that.'

Sri Lanka suspend Gunathilaka after arrest over alleged sexual assault

Sri Lanka suspend Gunathilaka after arrest over alleged sexual assault

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said on Monday it has suspended Danushka Gunathilaka from all forms of cricket following his arrest in Sydney over an alleged sexual assault and will not consider him for any selections.

Odisha: BJP candidate breaks EVM, attacks poll officer

Odisha: BJP candidate breaks EVM, attacks poll officer

Rediff.com25 May 2024

A sitting MLA and Bharatiya Janata Party candidate allegedly broke an electronic voting machine (EVM) and attacked a polling officer inside a booth during voting in Odisha which recorded a voter turnout of over 60.97 per cent in six Lok Sabha seats and 42 assembly segments, officials said.

I have become gaali proof: Modi on personal attacks

I have become gaali proof: Modi on personal attacks

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Modi said that those who call themselves the biggest sympathisers of the backward communities are in reality their biggest enemies.

COVID-19 Patients Fill China's Hospitals

COVID-19 Patients Fill China's Hospitals

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

China has seen a surge in COVID-19 cases since the government lifted its strict zero tolerance measures to contain the virus and hospitals in many cities with severe COVID-19 outbreaks have been overwhelmed by the increase in patients.

Pope Francis, world leaders criticise Trump's policy on illegal immigrants

Pope Francis, world leaders criticise Trump's policy on illegal immigrants

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

"I am on the side of the bishops' conference," Francis said.

'Make in India' initiative helped strengthen economy

'Make in India' initiative helped strengthen economy

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

The Modi government's flagship initiative 'Make in India' launched 10 years ago has helped the country boost exports, push investments and promote manufacturing. Under the initiative, launched on September 25, 2014, a series of measures have been taken by the government to boost local manufacturing. These initiatives include the rollout of production linked incentive (PLI) schemes for 14 sectors, easing foreign direct investment (FDI) norms, reducing compliance burden to improve business climate, all approvals through single window, and rolling out of the national logistics policy.

Top officer suspended in UP after bulldozing furniture trader's house

Top officer suspended in UP after bulldozing furniture trader's house

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

The suspension was ordered by the Moradabad district administration after the then SDM of Bilari Ghanshayam Verma was found guilty in the preliminary investigation.

China asks Rio-bound athletes to sign no-drugs pledge

China asks Rio-bound athletes to sign no-drugs pledge

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

China has asked Olympic-bound athletes and coaches to sign a pledge not to use banned drugs and pass a written test, as it seeks to enforce its zero-tolerance stance on doping, Xinhua news agency reported on Thursday.

Wimbledon to accept Russian and Belarusian players

Wimbledon to accept Russian and Belarusian players

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Wimbledon will allow Russian and Belarusian players to compete at the grasscourt Grand Slam as 'neutrals' this year.

COVID-hit Pakistan Super League to resume from June 1

COVID-hit Pakistan Super League to resume from June 1

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

Teams will begin a mandatory seven-day quarantine period from May 22 before Lahore Qalandars take on Islamabad United in the first match on June 1.

'I'd Like To Act Even When I Am 130'

'I'd Like To Act Even When I Am 130'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'Once actors become senior, they may become repetitive and boring for the audience. Kamal sir is updated.'

No response to 26/11, but it won't be the case anymore: Jaishankar

No response to 26/11, but it won't be the case anymore: Jaishankar

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

"We should not have a repeat of what happened in Mumbai. That there was a terror attack and there was no response," Jaishankar told reporters in Mumbai.

Pramila Jayapal arrested for protesting against Trump's border policy

Pramila Jayapal arrested for protesting against Trump's border policy

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Jayapal and her groups have planned 'a massive round of protests' across the country on Saturday.

Rathore meets IOC chief Bach, promises clean sports in India

Rathore meets IOC chief Bach, promises clean sports in India

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

Rathore categorically mentioned that his ministry has "zero tolerance for substance abuse or for cheating in sports".

PIX! Biraghi hit by cup: 'These actions have no place in football'

PIX! Biraghi hit by cup: 'These actions have no place in football'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

West Ham United have condemned the behaviour of some of their fans after Fiorentina's Cristiano Biraghi was hit by a cup during the Europa Conference League final.

Jaipur mayor suspended after husband's arrest in bribery case

Jaipur mayor suspended after husband's arrest in bribery case

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

The Rajasthan government has suspended Jaipur Heritage Municipal Corporation Mayor Munesh Gurjar following her husband's arrest in a bribery case related to the issuance of land deeds, a development she termed a 'political conspiracy' against her and her family.

Terrorism in J-K in decisive phase, reduced to mere proxy war: Amit Shah

Terrorism in J-K in decisive phase, reduced to mere proxy war: Amit Shah

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The home minister also reviewed the preparations for the annual Amarnath pilgrimage scheduled to begin on June 29.

Air India bans smoking, consumption of intoxicating substances at workplace

Air India bans smoking, consumption of intoxicating substances at workplace

Rediff.com19 May 2022

The Tata Group-run Air India has banned smoking and consumption of intoxicating substances at the workplace and any employee violating this order will be "dealt with appropriate consequences", the airline's Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Suresh Dutt Tripathi has stated. It was not clear what was the trigger for Wednesday's communique. Air India did not respond to PTI's request for statement on this matter.

Bhopal park orders probe after Raveena Tandon's tweet on tigers' mistreatment

Bhopal park orders probe after Raveena Tandon's tweet on tigers' mistreatment

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Authorities at the Van Vihar National Park in Bhopal have started an investigation after Bollywood actor Raveena Tandon shared a video and claimed that some miscreants were throwing stones at a tiger enclosure.

What is Schedule M and why it's mandatory for all pharma units

What is Schedule M and why it's mandatory for all pharma units

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

With an eye on improving quality assurance in the wake of increased global scrutiny on Indian pharma products, the Centre on Tuesday said that Schedule M of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 will be made compulsory for small and medium scale manufacturers in a phased manner. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has asked micro-small and medium enterprises in pharma manufacturing to move towards good manufacturing practices (GMP) through self regulation. "This will help in quality assurance and also reduce compliance burden," Mandaviya.

Akhilesh Yadav blames 'extortion racket' for Kanpur trader's death

Akhilesh Yadav blames 'extortion racket' for Kanpur trader's death

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Friday attacked the Uttar Pradesh government over the death of a Kanpur businessman in a police raid, claiming that the case is linked to an extortion racket and "someone" is trying to save himself.

Contemporary epicentre of terrorism very much active, Jaishankar tells UNSC

Contemporary epicentre of terrorism very much active, Jaishankar tells UNSC

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Jaishankar, who presided over the UNSC Briefing: Global Counterterrorism Approach: Challenges and Way Forward, described terrorism as an existential threat to international peace and security and said it knows no borders, nationality, or race.

Eliminate terror, but with due process: Amit Shah at J-K meet

Eliminate terror, but with due process: Amit Shah at J-K meet

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Advising security agencies for appropriate deployment in vulnerable areas in Jammu and Kashmir, Shah stressed that all due procedures should be adopted while conducting counter-terror operations.

India more secure, free of corruption after 2014: Modi

India more secure, free of corruption after 2014: Modi

Rediff.com31 May 2022

At the rally in Shimla's Ridge Maidan to mark the eighth anniversary of becoming prime minister, Modi said, "Now our borders are more secure than they were before 2014."

Govt extends ban on terror group SIMI for 5 years

Govt extends ban on terror group SIMI for 5 years

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

The Centre on Monday extended the ban on terrorist group Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) for five years for its involvement in fomenting terrorism and disturbing peace and communal harmony in the country.

Tejaswi, 26-year-old deputy CM, promises corruption-free Bihar

Tejaswi, 26-year-old deputy CM, promises corruption-free Bihar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

Facing criticism over his appointment as Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, RJD chief Lalu Prasad's son Tejaswi Yadav on Monday promised to take the state forward on the path of development and asserted that he would have a zero tolerance approach towards corruption.

52 Indians 'fleeing religious persecution' held at US detention centre

52 Indians 'fleeing religious persecution' held at US detention centre

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

They alleged that they fled from their country because of religious persecution from the Hindu majority.

Modi among 48 leaders to endorse UN chief's campaign to combat sexual abuse

Modi among 48 leaders to endorse UN chief's campaign to combat sexual abuse

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

UN peacekeeping missions are facing allegations of sexual abuse in African countries. In 2017, Guterres had launched a campaign to prevent and end sexual exploitation by UN personnel.

K'taka election seizures hit Rs 375 cr, sees 4.5 times surge from last polls

K'taka election seizures hit Rs 375 cr, sees 4.5 times surge from last polls

Rediff.com9 May 2023

It said that increased focus on expenditure monitoring was the reason being the seizures, which included freebies such as sarees, 'food kits', pressure cookers and kitchen appliances.

JNU begins probe into sexual harassment case, assures stringent action

JNU begins probe into sexual harassment case, assures stringent action

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

In a statement, the ICC on Tuesday said it has taken serious cognizance of the case reported to its office.

Legal framework against deepfakes after polls, says IT minister

Legal framework against deepfakes after polls, says IT minister

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

The government asked digital platforms to provide technical and business process solutions to prevent and weed out misinformation that can potentially harm society and democracy, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said.

India vs Pak: Why ICC won't act against Ahmedabad fans

India vs Pak: Why ICC won't act against Ahmedabad fans

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

The ICC is unlikely to take any action on Pakistan Cricket Board's complaint for alleged boorish crowd behaviour during their World Cup game against India in Ahmedabad on October 14,

Terror safe havens must be dismantled for peace in Afghanistan: India

Terror safe havens must be dismantled for peace in Afghanistan: India

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

India said on Tuesday that terrorist safe havens and sanctuaries must be dismantled immediately and terrorist supply chains disrupted for enduring peace in Afghanistan as it called for zero tolerance for terrorism in all its forms and manifestations including cross-border attacks.

AAP unveils Mumbai manifesto, vows to decriminalise gay sex

AAP unveils Mumbai manifesto, vows to decriminalise gay sex

Rediff.com10 Apr 2014

Decriminalisation of gay sex by repealing section 377 of IPC, bringing more women officers in police force and "zero tolerance" towards crimes against women are some of the promises made by Aam Aadmi Party which on Thursday unveiled its Mumbai-centric "sankalp patra".

PIC: Rugby Australia bans fan who urinated from SGC roof

PIC: Rugby Australia bans fan who urinated from SGC roof

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

A 31-year-old man was arrested after the incident, which was filmed by other fans in the sellout crowd of 43,274 and posted on social media.

Patna HC ex-CJ-led fact-finding team en route Sandeshkhali detained

Patna HC ex-CJ-led fact-finding team en route Sandeshkhali detained

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

Citing Section 144 CrPC was in force in parts of Sandeshkhali and it would not be prudent to allow them access to the area even in groups of four-five, senior police officers stopped their convoy at the Bhojerhat area, which is around 52 km from the riverine area, on Basanti Highway.

Will amend laws to ensure death to rapists: Mamata

Will amend laws to ensure death to rapists: Mamata

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Asserting that her government has zero tolerance to incidents of rape, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said an amendment to existing laws will be passed in the state assembly next week to ensure capital punishment to convicted rapists.

'What was police doing?' SC may form SIT to probe Manipur video

'What was police doing?' SC may form SIT to probe Manipur video

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Supreme Court Monday termed as 'horrendous' the video of two women being paraded naked in Manipur and sought information about steps taken so far in the first information reports (FIRs) lodged, saying now it will not want the state police to probe the matter as they virtually handed over the women to the rioting mob.

Beijing Winter Olympics: 55 COVID-19 cases on Feb 2, highest daily tally

Beijing Winter Olympics: 55 COVID-19 cases on Feb 2, highest daily tally

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

A total of 55 new COVID-19 infections were found among Olympic Games-related personnel on Feb. 2, the chair of the Beijing 2022 medical expert panel said on Thursday, the highest daily tally so far.