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Kumble unlikely to contest Lok Sabha poll

Kumble unlikely to contest Lok Sabha poll

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

Talk that Anil Kumble, the former Indian captain, will contest the forthcoming Lok Sabha election from Karnataka has been making the rounds. Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa finds out if Kumble will indeed spin a political googly.

Narendra Modi to hobnob with 'chaiwallas' in Karnataka

Narendra Modi to hobnob with 'chaiwallas' in Karnataka

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi is all set to meet chaiwallas (tea sellers) across Karnataka.

The BJP is in NO doubt about Telangana this time

The BJP is in NO doubt about Telangana this time

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

The BJP, which is toying with the idea of forming the next government at the Centre feels that it does not want the headache of bifurcating a state, where a majority have expressed a negative view, says Vicky Nanjappa.

Aseemanand talks big, then goes into denial: NIA sources

Aseemanand talks big, then goes into denial: NIA sources

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

'He never had anything to substantiate his allegations while dropping names. It was done more to divert the investigation,' NIA sources tell Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa.

'Coastal South India is the new target of Chinese hackers'

'Coastal South India is the new target of Chinese hackers'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

The recent alleged sabotage of BSNL's network in coastal Andhra Pradesh by a major Chinese telecom equipment maker has once again reminded Indian intelligence agencies that when it comes to hacking, China is India's biggest concern. Vicky Nanjappa explains why.

'Telangana is a classic case of how not to do things'

'Telangana is a classic case of how not to do things'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

Lok Satta Party chief Jayaprakash Narayan talks to Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa on the Telangana turmoil, 'juvenile' Aam Aadmi Party and more.

14 criminals, 50 crorepatis to contest Rajya Sabha elections

14 criminals, 50 crorepatis to contest Rajya Sabha elections

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

A latest survey by the Association for Democratic Reforms reveals that 14 criminals and 50 crorepatis will be contesting the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections.

Is an official BJP-TDP alliance on its way?

Is an official BJP-TDP alliance on its way?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

Chandrababu Naidu's meeting with Narendra Modi later on Wednesday will be closely monitored. However, the TDP chief maintains that at the moment he is only concerned about the Telangana issue and nothing else. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Shocker: A driver earns more than an Intelligence Bureau officer!

Shocker: A driver earns more than an Intelligence Bureau officer!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

The meagre salary and the thankless nature of the job discourages applicants from joining the IB, says Vicky Nanjappa.

How to get Yasin Bhatkal to talk: Get him masala dosa and musk melon!

How to get Yasin Bhatkal to talk: Get him masala dosa and musk melon!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

The Bangalore police, which interrogated the chief of Indian Mujahideen, Yasin Bhatkal, for two days recently, found him a tough customer who'd make the most unexpected demands of them. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Telangana bill: Cong ready to accept all the changes by BJP barring one

Telangana bill: Cong ready to accept all the changes by BJP barring one

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

The Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government is ready to make all the amendments suggested by the Bharatiya Janata Party on the Telangana bill barring one.

Naidu Jr looks to seal TDP's fate in a divided AP

Naidu Jr looks to seal TDP's fate in a divided AP

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

Chandrababu Naidu, on the other hand, points out that everyone in the party will have to work hard to consolidate their position. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Yasin Bhatkal's kin and key IM operative held in Abu Dhabi

Yasin Bhatkal's kin and key IM operative held in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

Indian investigating agencies will finally lay their hands on an important Indian Mujahideen operative who could well be the answer to the outfit's Gulf module, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

BJP talks tough on Telangana; demands new clauses in bill

BJP talks tough on Telangana; demands new clauses in bill

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

The BJP, the same party which in 2009 had said, 'Give us power and you will have Telangana within 24 hours', seems to be finding the going a bit bumpy. Vicky Nanjappa tells you why

Indian Premier League likely to be played in Sri Lanka

Indian Premier League likely to be played in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

With the schedule of Indian Premier League clashing with the 2014 general elections, the popular Twenty 20 tournament may be shifted to Sri Lanka.

Coalition politics will dominate Indian governance: US spy chief

Coalition politics will dominate Indian governance: US spy chief

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

Since the 1984 national elections, no party has won a clear majority in the lower house of Parliament, a US intelligence report has observed. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

What the AIADMK-CPI alliance means for BJP in South India

What the AIADMK-CPI alliance means for BJP in South India

Rediff.com2 Feb 2014

In what appears to be a major setback for the Bharatiya Janata Party's hopes in South India, the All India Anna Dravida Munetra Kazhagam supremo has entered into an alliance with the Communist Party of India. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Don't worry about Andhra assembly, Telangana is a reality now: TRS

Don't worry about Andhra assembly, Telangana is a reality now: TRS

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

Hyderabad belongs to Telangana and Telangana belongs to India, says K T Rama Rao, Telangana Rashtra Samiti Member of Legislative Assembly from Sricilla.

What to expect in the months ahead as Telangana takes shape

What to expect in the months ahead as Telangana takes shape

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

The entire process of the formation of a new state of Telangana is expected to take 5 to 6 months, say experts. The government is likely to impose President's rule in Andhra Pradesh until the process is completed. Vicky Nanjappa reports

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