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MAPPED: Lynchings over WhatsApp rumours in India

MAPPED: Lynchings over WhatsApp rumours in India

Rediff.com   5 Jul 2018

Here are some of the recent cases where WhatsApp rumours purportedly had a role to play

PM Modi in Singapore: Day 3

PM Modi in Singapore: Day 3

Rediff.com   2 Jun 2018

On day 3 of his visit to Singapore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a busy schedule. Here are glimpses from PM's Singapore visit.

Modi@4: How the schemes progressed

Modi@4: How the schemes progressed

Rediff.com   1 Jun 2018

Rediff.com takes a look at the progress of schemes initiated by the government.

How India has Modi-fied in 4 years

How India has Modi-fied in 4 years

Rediff.com   30 May 2018

So how has the map of India altered over the last years?

Opposition leaders shine at Kumaraswamy's swearing-in ceremony

Opposition leaders shine at Kumaraswamy's swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com   23 May 2018

Janata Dal-Secular's H D Kumaraswamy on Wednesday took the oath of office at a mega-gathering, attended by Congress president Rahul Gandhi, his mother Sonia and strong regional leaders like Mamata Banerjee, Mayawati and Sharad Pawar. The event was planned in such a way that it would serve as a giant display of opposition unity against the Bharatiya Janata Party. Is the BJP watching?

Harry-Meghan's royal wedding in numbers

Harry-Meghan's royal wedding in numbers

Rediff.com   16 May 2018

With the royal wedding just a few days away, here's a look at Harry and Meghan's wedding in numbers.

2018 vs 2013: How Karnataka turned saffron

2018 vs 2013: How Karnataka turned saffron

Rediff.com   16 May 2018

Amid the race to the chief minister's chair, here's a simple graph to show how the 2018 result compares with what happened in the previous election in 2013.

Karnataka polls: Everything you need to know

Karnataka polls: Everything you need to know

Rediff.com   8 May 2018

Karnataka goes to polls in about a fortnight and the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress is going toe-to-toe to win the elections, results of which will be announced on May 15. Here's a simple guide to all things about the Karnataka polls.

PM Modi meets Britain's May, Prince Charles, Queen

PM Modi meets Britain's May, Prince Charles, Queen

Rediff.com   18 Apr 2018

After a busy day in Stockholm, Sweden, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in the United Kingdom on Wednesday. PM Modi is in London to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. The PM will also have a top-level meeting with Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May as well as a meeting with Queen Elizabeth II at the Buckingham Palace. Here's a glimpse of NaMo's busy English day.

The 5 BJP Dalit MPs who are upset with Modi

The 5 BJP Dalit MPs who are upset with Modi

Rediff.com   9 Apr 2018

Here are 5 BJP MPs who have taken up cudgels against their party leadership for its handling of Dalit issues.

These bigwigs await their fate in the Rajya Sabha polls

These bigwigs await their fate in the Rajya Sabha polls

Rediff.com   23 Mar 2018

As polling begins on Friday for the remaining 25 Rajya Sabha seats in six states, here's a list of some of the bigwigs who are seeking to be elected to the Upper House of Parliament.

Will TDP quitting NDA affect Modi govt?

Will TDP quitting NDA affect Modi govt?

Rediff.com   16 Mar 2018

Here are how the numbers are stack up in the lower house if the no-confidence motion takes place.

Stephen Hawking: A life in pictures

Stephen Hawking: A life in pictures

Rediff.com   14 Mar 2018

Known as one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists since Albert Einstein, here are a few glimpses of Stephen Hawking's life.

25 years later: Mumbai's 12 blast sites today

25 years later: Mumbai's 12 blast sites today

Rediff.com   13 Mar 2018

Photographers Hitesh Harisinghani and Afsar Dayatar revisit the sites of the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts.

8 journalists who became politicians

8 journalists who became politicians

Rediff.com   13 Mar 2018

A list of prominent journalists who also became successful politicians.

FAQ: What is a living will, passive euthanasia?

FAQ: What is a living will, passive euthanasia?

Rediff.com   9 Mar 2018

"Human beings have the right to die with dignity." That's what the Supreme Court said on Friday while saying that passive euthanasia is permissible within guidelines. However, what is passive euthanasia? What is a living will? Here's all you need to know on the issue.

Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding venue

Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding venue

Rediff.com   15 Feb 2018

Here's a look inside the venue where the two lovebirds will say 'I do' and other details about the wedding, which is being dubbed as the 'event of the year'.

BJP takes potshots at Rahul for wearing jacket worth Rs 70,000

BJP takes potshots at Rahul for wearing jacket worth Rs 70,000

Rediff.com   31 Jan 2018

A belated comeback to Rahul Gandhi's 'suit boot' jibe over Modi's infamous monogrammed suit.

From Srinagar to Chennai, India celebrates R-Day

From Srinagar to Chennai, India celebrates R-Day

Rediff.com   26 Jan 2018

All eyes were as India as it celebrated its 69h Republic Day on Friday with the 10 ASEAN leaders as chief guests. The mood was upbeat across the country. Rediff.com brings you glimpses of the celebrations.

Here's a sneak peek at this year's Republic Day parade

Here's a sneak peek at this year's Republic Day parade

Rediff.com   23 Jan 2018

Each year the nation is glued to its television screen as the country shows off its might at the Republic Day parade. However, it takes much practice with sessions starting 5 am, and dedication of the participating paramilitary jawans, other participants and behind-the-scenes helpers -- labourers, cleaners and security staff, among others -- who brave the relentless Delhi chill to make the parade a flawless spectacle.