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Shoaib Akthar's Bollywood debut

Shoaib Akthar's Bollywood debut

Rediff.com6 Dec 2007

Akthar has approved the script for Main Aur Meri Himmat to be directed by Sanghamitra Chaudhary and produced by Nissha creations.

With Bhatkal in custody, Tehsin Akthar takes up IM's terror mantle

With Bhatkal in custody, Tehsin Akthar takes up IM's terror mantle

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

Intelligence agencies probing Sunday's serial blasts in Patna believe that with the arrest of Yasin Bhatkal in August, Tehsin Akthar from Bihar is the new leader of the terrorist organisation, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

Exclusive! How IM terrorist Tehsin Akthar was arrested

Exclusive! How IM terrorist Tehsin Akthar was arrested

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

It might have taken several years, but the intelligence and security agencies in several states recently tracked down and arrested dreaded terrorists involved in creating havoc in the country. It began with the arrest of Zabbiuddin Ansari, an accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, then came the arrest of Indian Mujahideen co-founder Yasin Bhatkal followed by Lashkar-e-Tayiba bomb maker Abdul Karim Tunda, Zaveri Bazaar bomber Waqas Ahmed and now IM chief Tehsin Akthar. In a five-part series, Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa describes how each of these terrorists were painstakingly tracked by the Intelligence Bureau and arrested by the security agencies.

Will eat grass but raise Pakistan Army budget: Akhtar

Will eat grass but raise Pakistan Army budget: Akhtar

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

The 'Rawalpindi Express', considered the fastest bowler in history said he does not understand why the civilian sector cannot work in collaboration with the Armed forces.

Jaish terrorist behind IC-814 hijacking shot dead in Karachi

Jaish terrorist behind IC-814 hijacking shot dead in Karachi

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Unidentified gunmen have shot dead a 'businessman' in Karachi who Indian intelligence officials said was Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist Mistry Zahoor Ibrahim, involved in the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines plane IC-814 and fatal stabbing of passenger Rupin Katyal.

IC-814 hijacker Jaish terrorist killed in Pakistan

IC-814 hijacker Jaish terrorist killed in Pakistan

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Unidentified gunmen have shot dead a 'businessman' in Karachi who Indian intelligence officials said was Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist Mistry Zahoor Ibrahim, involved in the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines plane IC-814 and fatal stabbing of passenger Rupin Katyal.

Farhan, his dad and the Don

Farhan, his dad and the Don

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Farhan and Javed Akhtar discuss the new and the classic Don.

Yoga and Muay Thai workshops in Mumbai

Yoga and Muay Thai workshops in Mumbai

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Yogacharya Shameem Akthar and Muay Thai expert Biki Bora are conducting yoga and Muay Thai classes in Mumbai.

Indian Mujahideen's Report Card: Blasts, hits and misses

Indian Mujahideen's Report Card: Blasts, hits and misses

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

While officials of the National Investigation Agency are finding it hard to extract any information from Yasin Bhatkal, the wily chief of terror outfit Indian Mujahideen, his aide Asaddulah Akthar is singing like a canary.

K'taka police reacts to Nitish's objection over Bihar arrest

K'taka police reacts to Nitish's objection over Bihar arrest

Rediff.com8 May 2012

The Karnataka Police chief while describing the arrest of Kafeel Akthar from Barasmela village two days ago in connection with the 2010 Chinnaswamy Stadium twin blasts as an exceptional situation, said that there is a provision to inform the police of another state later.

Bihar upset over K'taka's top-secret anti-terror op

Bihar upset over K'taka's top-secret anti-terror op

Rediff.com9 May 2012

The arrest of Kafeel Akthar, an alleged Indian Mujahideen operative, by the Karnataka police in Bihar has broken into a full-fledged war between the two states, reports Vicky Nanjappa

Health quiz: Are earbuds good for you?

Health quiz: Are earbuds good for you?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Some of the simple things you are doing every day may not necessarily be good for your health.

Interactive workshop on pranayama/yoga breathing t

Interactive workshop on pranayama/yoga breathing t

Rediff.com16 Feb 2007

Yoga expert Shameem Akthar is organising a two-hour interactive workshop on pranayama/yoga breathing techniques.

Shabana Azmi injured in accident on Mumbai-Pune Expressway

Shabana Azmi injured in accident on Mumbai-Pune Expressway

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

The incident took place near Khalapur, over 60 km from Mumbai, when the Tata Safari car in which they were traveling to Pune rammed into a truck.

Yoga games workshop

Yoga games workshop

Rediff.com8 Nov 2006

Yoga expert Shameem Akthar is organising a two-hour interactive workshop using the ancient kreeda yoga technique of yogic games.

Quiz: Health benefits of everyday herbs

Quiz: Health benefits of everyday herbs

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, takes you through five questions that explain how and why certain herbs have become effective household remedies.

Zzzzz! 5 remedies to sleep better

Zzzzz! 5 remedies to sleep better

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, lists five quick-fix alternative therapies to help you deal with insomnia.

Are you guilty of these pre-workout mistakes?

Are you guilty of these pre-workout mistakes?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

There is a lot of enthusiasm for 'working out' and 'building tone', but there is an equal lack of awareness of the mistakes that can sabotage one's efforts, says yogacharya Shameem Akthar.

Are these happy things stressing you out?

Are these happy things stressing you out?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

If you thought holidays, weddings and parties de-stress you, think again!

Healing outdoors: How nature helps you calm down

Healing outdoors: How nature helps you calm down

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Yogacharya Shameem Akthar suggests five nature cures that have been tested by time and choice.

Pak softens stance on MFN to India

Pak softens stance on MFN to India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2004

As India and Pakistan agreed to resume talks at political level, Islamabad has said it is ready to discuss bilateral trade, including the grant of most favoured nation status to India

Beat the heat with yoga. 5 mudras to cool down

Beat the heat with yoga. 5 mudras to cool down

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Yogacharya Shameem Akthar shows you five mudras that will keep you cool this summer.

How your body clock affects your health

How your body clock affects your health

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

Reset your daily life pattern and lead a more controlled and fulfilling life.

Pet therapy: How animals help us heal

Pet therapy: How animals help us heal

Rediff.com9 May 2014

Caring for the animal and being able to communicate otherwise intangible feelings such as trust, love, and faith through the animal, seems to facilitate healing in a powerful way.

Kitchen clinic: Home remedies for everyday ailments

Kitchen clinic: Home remedies for everyday ailments

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

Shameem Akhtar, yogacharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, sheds light on the benefits of five easily available kitchen ingredients.

Yoga immune boosters in the time of Covid-19

Yoga immune boosters in the time of Covid-19

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

Shameem Akthar digs into her sadhana kit for an immunity-boosting sequence.

Get killer legs with yoga! Here's how!

Get killer legs with yoga! Here's how!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2014

Here are five basic leg raises to tone your legs.

On IM's hit list: More Modi rallies, American tourists in Rajasthan

On IM's hit list: More Modi rallies, American tourists in Rajasthan

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

Indian Mujahideen's deadly trio -- Tehsin Akthar, Javed Mohammad and Ilyad Bakar -- masterminded the Bodh Gaya and Patna serial blasts. Vicky Nanjappa reports

14 commandments for a healthy lifestyle

14 commandments for a healthy lifestyle

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

These resolutions will make a lasting difference to your life.

How to get good sleep in 2013

How to get good sleep in 2013

Rediff.com6 Jan 2013

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya, trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, Kerala on how you can beat insomnia.

Want to lose weight? Try yoga!

Want to lose weight? Try yoga!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

You can maximise fat loss through yoga says Shameem Akthar. Here's how!

Muscle pain? Five really easy yoga poses will cure it!

Muscle pain? Five really easy yoga poses will cure it!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Get rid of that niggling pain with yoga. Shameem Akthar takes you through some simple asanas.

Is a raw food diet good for your health?

Is a raw food diet good for your health?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Or is it just a fad?

Top 10 benefits of meditation

Top 10 benefits of meditation

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Meditation can be more helpful to you than you know. Read on for its benefits.

MOST WANTED: Indian Mujahideen's top 15 operatives

MOST WANTED: Indian Mujahideen's top 15 operatives

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Who calls the shots in the Indian Mujahideen after the arrest of its key operative Yasin Bhatkal? Vicky Nanjappa finds out

How yoga can help you fight hairfall

How yoga can help you fight hairfall

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, Kerala, reveals the poses that can keep your mane healthy.

Happy belly: 4 ways to a healthy tummy

Happy belly: 4 ways to a healthy tummy

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

Shameem Akthar looks at unconventional ways to heal the digestive tract.

PDP slams state govt's 'failure' to protect Sanaullah

PDP slams state govt's 'failure' to protect Sanaullah

Rediff.com9 May 2013

The opposition Peoples Democratic Party has expressed grief over the death of Pakistani prisoner Sanaullah, who was fatally attacked by another inmate in the high-security Kotbalwal jail in Jammu last week.

Quiz: How healthy are your nails?

Quiz: How healthy are your nails?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

Did you know that the colour of your nails is actually a sign of an impending health issue?

Simple yoga poses for beginners

Simple yoga poses for beginners

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

Basic poses to ease your entry into the practice of yoga.