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Salute The Indian Railways For This Marvel!

Salute The Indian Railways For This Marvel!

Rediff.com   5 Jun 2025

The inauguration of the Chenab Bridge on June 6 marks a historic milestone in India's infrastructure journey, completing the decades-long Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Line project.

17 Girl Cadets Make Military History

17 Girl Cadets Make Military History

Rediff.com   30 May 2025

'I was preparing for JEE, NDA came as a blessing.'

How Rahul Gandhi Spent His Day In Poonch

How Rahul Gandhi Spent His Day In Poonch

Rediff.com   25 May 2025

On Saturday, May 24, 2025 Rahul Gandhi -- leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha -- arrived in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district to meet the victims of Pakistan's relentless shelling last fortnight.

Want To Buy Napoleon's Saber?

Want To Buy Napoleon's Saber?

Rediff.com   23 May 2025

Sotheby's is hosting an auction titled Napoleon: Une collection historique on June 25, 2025.

When A Plane Crashes In A Neighbourhood

When A Plane Crashes In A Neighbourhood

Rediff.com   23 May 2025

A Cessna 550 private jet crashed into a residential area in California's San Diego city resulting in multiple fatalities and significant property damage.

Trump-Ramaphosa Clash Over Farmer Claims

Trump-Ramaphosa Clash Over Farmer Claims

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, a former anti-apartheid activist and freedom fighter, responded to Trump's claims at their meeting in the Oval Office diplomatically, countering Trump's assertions.

What's Chandrababu Naidu Praying For?

What's Chandrababu Naidu Praying For?

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and his wife Nara Bhuvaneshwari visited the Sri Prasanna Tirupati Gangamamba and offered silk garments on behalf of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam at Ammavaru in Kuppam.

Why Is Karnataka Sending Elephants To AP?

Why Is Karnataka Sending Elephants To AP?

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

Kumki elephants, specially trained to manage wild herds, will be deployed in regions where rogue elephants invade farmlands and threaten human safety.

How Army Foiled Pakistan's Aerial Strikes

How Army Foiled Pakistan's Aerial Strikes

Rediff.com   21 May 2025

The Indian Army demonstrates how it thwarted Pakistan's aerial attacks in the Akhnoor sector in Jammu.

What's Kiren Rijiju Doing In Leh?

What's Kiren Rijiju Doing In Leh?

Rediff.com   20 May 2025

On Monday, May 19, 2025, Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju unveiled the statue of the 19th Kushok Gyalsras Bakula Rinpochey at the Bakula Rinpoche memorial park in Leh.

How India Foiled Pak Threat To Golden Temple

How India Foiled Pak Threat To Golden Temple

Rediff.com   20 May 2025

The Indian Army demonstrated how India's air defence systems saved the Golden Temple in Amritsar and other cities in Punjab from Pakistani missile and drone attacks on May 8 and 9, 2025.

What's Army Chief Doing In Longewala?

What's Army Chief Doing In Longewala?

Rediff.com   20 May 2025

The army chief reviewed the joint operations carried out by the Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Border Security Force in response to Pakistani drone and military attacks that followed India's retaliatory strike on May 7 for the horrific Pahalgam terror attack.

J D Vance, Zelenskyy Attend Pope Leo's Inaugural Mass

J D Vance, Zelenskyy Attend Pope Leo's Inaugural Mass

Rediff.com   19 May 2025

Leaders and common people flocked to St Peter's Basilica at the Vatican to listen to Pope Leo's inaugural mass.

Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks in over 3 years

Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks in over 3 years

Rediff.com   16 May 2025

Russian and Ukrainian negotiators convened in Istanbul on Friday for their first direct peace talks in over three years, amidst pressure from US President Donald Trump to resolve Europe's deadliest conflict since World War Two.

In Riyadh, Trump Again Claims Credit For Ceasefire

In Riyadh, Trump Again Claims Credit For Ceasefire

Rediff.com   14 May 2025

'I said, fellas, come on, let's make a deal, let's do some trading, let's not trade nuclear missiles, let's trade the things that you make so beautifully, and they both have very powerful leaders, very strong leaders, smart leaders, and it all stopped.'

Voting Begins To Elect A New Pope!

Voting Begins To Elect A New Pope!

Rediff.com   8 May 2025

On May 7, 2025, the conclave to elect a new pope began.

When The Nazis Surrendered...

When The Nazis Surrendered...

Rediff.com   8 May 2025

Victory in Europe Day is celebrated on May 8 each year to mark the formal acceptance by the Allies of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces in World War II in 1945.

Cardinals Gather to Elect Pope

Cardinals Gather to Elect Pope

Rediff.com   6 May 2025

The papal conclave, the process to elect a new Pope, is set to begin on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, following Pope Francis' death. The event takes place within the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City and involves the College of Cardinals.

On This Day, Eiffel Tower Was Open To Public

On This Day, Eiffel Tower Was Open To Public

Rediff.com   6 May 2025

The Eiffel Tower was opened to the public today, May 6 in 1889, during the Exposition Universelle (World's Fair) held in Paris to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.

Pahalgam Attack Aftermath: Where Have The Tourists Gone?

Pahalgam Attack Aftermath: Where Have The Tourists Gone?

Rediff.com   5 May 2025

In the aftermath of the horrific Pahalgam attack, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists and injured many others, many travelers have canceled plans to visit Kashmir, depriving tour operators in the Valley of business during the otherwise proftable tourist season.