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Desert Thunder: Army Showcases Thar Shakti

Desert Thunder: Army Showcases Thar Shakti

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh witnessed the spectacular Thar Shakti capability demonstration at the historic Longewala battlefield, showcasing the Indian Army's integrated prowess in Jaisalmer on Friday, October 24, 2025.

It's Taken 500 Years For This To Happen!

It's Taken 500 Years For This To Happen!

Rediff.com   24 Oct 2025

500 years after Britain's then King Henry VIII broke away from the Roman Catholic church over its refusal to sanction his divorce from Catherine of Aragon, 'his successor, King Charles III, prayed with Pope Leo XIV beneath the sublime frescoes of the Sistine Chapel in an act of rapprochement between the Catholic church and the Church of England', The Guardian newspaper reported on Thursday.

Japan Gets Its First Lady Prime Minister

Japan Gets Its First Lady Prime Minister

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

Leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party Sanae Takaichi reacts as she is applauded after being elected as prime minister, October 21, 2025

Ex-French President Sarkozy Begins Prison Term

Ex-French President Sarkozy Begins Prison Term

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, former French president Nicolas Sarkozy, accompanied by his wife Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, left his home to begin a five-year prison sentence at Sante prison for criminal conspiracy over attempts to raise campaign funds from Libya. Sarkozy, who served as president from 2007 to 2012, is the first former French leader to be incarcerated in modern times.

Rahul Tries Making Sweets For Diwali

Rahul Tries Making Sweets For Diwali

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

On October 20, 2025, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi tried his hand at making Imarti at the Ghantewala sweet shop in New Delhi.

A Day After Daring Louvre Museum Heist

A Day After Daring Louvre Museum Heist

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

On Sunday, October 19, 2025, at around 9:30 am local time, thieves pulled off a daring heist at the Louvre museum in Paris, using a crane to smash an upstairs window and steal priceless French crown jewels.

Modi Celebrates Diwali On INS Vikrant

Modi Celebrates Diwali On INS Vikrant

Rediff.com   20 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi kept up his tradition of celebrating Diwali with the Indian armed forces.

Where Are Usha, J D Vance Headed To?

Where Are Usha, J D Vance Headed To?

Rediff.com   18 Oct 2025

Vice President J D Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance departed Joint Base Andrews and aboard Air Force Two, heading to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, where he will attend a ceremony commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.

How Real Heroes Celebrate Diwali

How Real Heroes Celebrate Diwali

Rediff.com   18 Oct 2025

Glimpses of Indian Army personnel celebrating Diwali along the Line of Control in the Akhnoor sector, on the outskirts of Jammu.

Countdown to Diwali Begins

Countdown to Diwali Begins

Rediff.com   15 Oct 2025

as Diwali approaches, homes and markets across India come alive with colour, light, and excitement.

NSG Commandos' Dazzling Demo

NSG Commandos' Dazzling Demo

Rediff.com   14 Oct 2025

NSG personnel showcased their exceptional combat and counter-terrorism skills during the 41st Raising Day celebrations in Gurugram.

The Divine Architecture of Ayodhya

The Divine Architecture of Ayodhya

Rediff.com   14 Oct 2025

Stunning glimpses of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya as seen from the first floor.

Trump Takes Centre Stage In Israel's Knesset

Trump Takes Centre Stage In Israel's Knesset

Rediff.com   14 Oct 2025

On Monday, October 13, 2025, US President Donald Trump delivered remarks to the Knesset, Israel's parliament, in Jerusalem.

Tears, Hugs, Freedom After 741 Days

Tears, Hugs, Freedom After 741 Days

Rediff.com   14 Oct 2025

Glimpses after the hostages-prisoners swap and ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel -- showing the return of those kidnapped during the deadly October 7, 2023, Hamas attack and taken to Gaza, October 13, 2025.

Cough Syrup Deaths: This Is Sresan Pharma Owner

Cough Syrup Deaths: This Is Sresan Pharma Owner

Rediff.com   11 Oct 2025

In a major development in the toxic syrup tragedy that killed 23 children in Madhya Pradesh, S Ranganathan, director of the Tamil Nadu-based Sresan Pharmaceuticals, has been arrested and remanded to 10 days' police custody.

Why BSF Is Patrolling LoC In Akhnoor

Why BSF Is Patrolling LoC In Akhnoor

Rediff.com   11 Oct 2025

Border Security Force troops in Akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir, have intensified their patrolling along the Chenab river, a crucial stretch of the India-Pakistan border in the Jammu sector.

President Murmu Spots Gir's Lions

President Murmu Spots Gir's Lions

Rediff.com   11 Oct 2025

President Droupadi Murmu visited the Gir National Park and interacted with members of the local tribal communities at Sasan Gir.

For first time, Putin owns up responsibility for Azerbaijani air crash

For first time, Putin owns up responsibility for Azerbaijani air crash

Rediff.com   9 Oct 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday formally admitted for the first time that the country's air defences were responsible for shooting down an Azerbaijani airliner last December, an incident that killed 38 people, reports Associated Press.

A Wounded Jaguar Rescued

A Wounded Jaguar Rescued

Rediff.com   9 Oct 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Security Forces, Terrorists Exchange Fire In Rajouri

Security Forces, Terrorists Exchange Fire In Rajouri

Rediff.com   9 Oct 2025

Security has been heightened in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, after an exchange of fire between terrorists and the police.