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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.

Gautambhai Felicitates Narendrabhai

Gautambhai Felicitates Narendrabhai

Rediff.com   2 May 2025

Adani Group Chairperson Gautam Adani felicitated Prime Minister Narendra Modi after Modi dedicated the Vizhinjam international deepwater multipurpose seaport to the nation.

Waqf Board Supports Pahalgam Martyr's Brother

Waqf Board Supports Pahalgam Martyr's Brother

Rediff.com   2 May 2025

Darakhshan Andrabi, chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board, handed over a job appointment letter to Nazakat Ahmad, whose brother Syed Adil Hussain Shah was killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran area on April 22, 2025.

List of 26 people who were killed in Pahalgam terror attack

List of 26 people who were killed in Pahalgam terror attack

Rediff.com   29 Apr 2025

All 26 victims were men.

Canada's Carney snatches victory from jaws of defeat, thanks to Trump

Canada's Carney snatches victory from jaws of defeat, thanks to Trump

Rediff.com   29 Apr 2025

In a dramatic turn of events, Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party secured victory in Canada's federal election, overcoming earlier predictions of defeat.

Pix: Tearful farewells at Attari border crossing

Pix: Tearful farewells at Attari border crossing

Rediff.com   28 Apr 2025

As India's deadline for Pakistani citizens to leave the country passed, chaotic scenes unfolded at the Attari-Wagah land crossing in Punjab.

PIX: Thousands bid farewell to Pope Francis

PIX: Thousands bid farewell to Pope Francis

Rediff.com   26 Apr 2025

World leaders and tens of thousands of faithful gathered at St Peter's Square in the Vatican City on Saturday to honor Pope Francis in a poignant farewell.

Pahalgam attack: The last goodbye

Pahalgam attack: The last goodbye

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2025

Twenty-six people, mostly tourists, died in the Baisaran meadow bloodbath in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The families of the victims bid an emotional farewell to their loved ones.

Vatican releases Pope Francis's images, announces funeral

Vatican releases Pope Francis's images, announces funeral

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2025

The Pope's funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter's Square, to be led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals.

The World Mourns Pope Francis

The World Mourns Pope Francis

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2025

Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 in Rome on Monday, April 21, less than a day after delivering a brief Easter Sunday message in St Peter's Basilica, is remembered as a spiritual leader whose life and final moments were deeply intertwined with prayer and devotion.

When PM Modi Met Pope Francis

When PM Modi Met Pope Francis

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the death of Pope Francis, calling it a profound loss for the global community.

Pix: Ayodhya Ram temple gets 2 more holy 'kalash'

Pix: Ayodhya Ram temple gets 2 more holy 'kalash'

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2025

The construction of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple is targeted for completion by October 2025.

China's Tests 'Non-Nuclear' H-Bomb

China's Tests 'Non-Nuclear' H-Bomb

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2025

Beijing's latest weapon, 15 times more powerful than TNT, signals a new frontier in high-impact, non-nuclear military technology.

Flight To Fortune: How Assad Spirited Away Syria's Wealth To Russia

Flight To Fortune: How Assad Spirited Away Syria's Wealth To Russia

Rediff.com   21 Apr 2025

As Damascus teetered, Assad's aide orchestrated a shadowy airlift, spiriting millions and secrets to Russia, paving his own escape route.

What Happens After The Pope Dies?

What Happens After The Pope Dies?

Rediff.com   21 Apr 2025

Pope Francis shaped the Church he led. And in death, his reforms shape his farewell.