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Govt's China Study Group firm on complete disengagement by China

Govt's China Study Group firm on complete disengagement by China

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

The CSG is one of the topmost bodies in the government which provides directions to the military and diplomats on the stand to be taken during talks with the Chinese and also take a stand on the points and demands raised by the Chinese side.

How does India's military match up to Pakistan's?

How does India's military match up to Pakistan's?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Here is how the two countries stack up militarily, according to a report in AlJazeera.com.

Is India Politicising The Womb?

Is India Politicising The Womb?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

It doesn't make sense to view the womb through the prism of religion, community and tradition, warns Shyam G Menon.

No pain, no gain for Nadal

No pain, no gain for Nadal

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Rafael Nadal, who was out of competitive action for over six months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, was at pains to point out that not everything was as easy as it looks.

A cotton T-shirt that will save you from bullets!

A cotton T-shirt that will save you from bullets!

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

The team took cotton T-shirts and cut them into thin strips and dipped those white cotton strips into a black solution of boron.

The Indian designers behind Beyonce's warrior queen gown

The Indian designers behind Beyonce's warrior queen gown

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Everything you needed to know about the singer's Wearable Art Gala look.

'Nothing wrong with women entering NDA'

'Nothing wrong with women entering NDA'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

'Entry and qualification must not be through concession and must be reserved for only those who meet the stringent standards of the institution'.

India, US armies 'fight' urban terror

India, US armies 'fight' urban terror

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

Yudh Abhyas-09, as the exercise is called, is the first time that the US has taken its potent Stryker infantry armoured vehicles outside of its operational area to a foreign land.

India to buy long-range howitzer ammo from US

India to buy long-range howitzer ammo from US

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

The Excalibur ammunition was developed in the US for improving the accuracy of the artillery shells in the war in Afghanistan which the Americans have been fighting for almost two decades now.

Report makes shocking revelations about Chinese losses in Galwan

Report makes shocking revelations about Chinese losses in Galwan

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

At least 38 PLA troops drowned while crossing a fast-flowing, sub-zero river in darkness, according to an article in the Australian newspaper The Klaxon which cited a report prepared by a group of social media researchers after a year-long investigation.

Mumbai cops still await upgrades for terror combat

Mumbai cops still await upgrades for terror combat

Rediff.com24 May 2009

Modern weaponry, including assault rifles, armoured bullet proof vehicles, an amphibious vehicle, bullet proof jackets, night vision goggles are among the items on the city police wish-list, which runs up an estimated bill of over Rs 100 crore.

Cricket isn't a gentleman's game: Richards

Cricket isn't a gentleman's game: Richards

Rediff.com15 Nov 2009

West Indian legend Sir Vivian Richards, who refused to wear a helmet in his playing days, has asked the modern day batsmen to throw away their "suits of armour" and face the full hostility of bouncers.

Arise Sir Tom! Queen knights 100-yr-old fundraising Captain

Arise Sir Tom! Queen knights 100-yr-old fundraising Captain

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

The World War II veteran earned himself a knighthood after raising some 33 million for health service charities.

Asal Uttar, The Battle That Changed The 1965 War

Asal Uttar, The Battle That Changed The 1965 War

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

'News is rife that Pakistan will attack the next day. They have no idea that this is where they will take on the might of 1 Armoured Division of Pakistan in a three-day bloody battle that will be remembered in military history as the Battle of Asal Uttar.' Rachna Bisht Rawat salutes the brave men turned the tide of the '65 war.

Worrying! PLA advances in Ladakh

Worrying! PLA advances in Ladakh

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

With the two armies again in a face-off at multiple points, there is apprehension of renewed clashes.

Corporatising OFBs: An idea whose time has come

Corporatising OFBs: An idea whose time has come

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'The much-awaited decision could be a welcome change at a time when the Indian armed forces are crying for self-reliance and the defence industry is looking forward to more indigenisation,' notes Nitin A Gokhale.

Cong needs widespread reforms at all levels: Sibal

Cong needs widespread reforms at all levels: Sibal

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

The Grand Old Party must bring widespread reforms across all levels of the organisation to show it is no longer in a state of inertia and to present itself as a viable political alternative to the Bharatiya Janata Party, Congress veteran Kapil Sibal said.

China exposes its duplicity: No prospects for peace in Ladakh

China exposes its duplicity: No prospects for peace in Ladakh

Rediff.com5 May 2021

The military preparations underway show that the PLA may undertake operations this summer to achieve whatever objectives they could not achieve last May, asserts Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RA&W officer.

Review: What makes Monster Hunter: World different

Review: What makes Monster Hunter: World different

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

It's one of the most-anticipated games of 2018.

'We are the only nation which has given a bloody nose to China'

'We are the only nation which has given a bloody nose to China'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

'The Chinese fault lines are tremendous and we need to exploit them.'

10 Easy Habits to Stay Healthy at Home

10 Easy Habits to Stay Healthy at Home

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Exercise daily. Reduce screen time. Stand often, sit less.

Any military drone from Pak will be shot down: Lt Gen Kler

Any military drone from Pak will be shot down: Lt Gen Kler

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

Lt Gen Kler said the systems and radars of the Indian armed forces are in place.

The war games that US and India play

The war games that US and India play

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

Indian and United States Army soldiers were trained jointly during their Yudh Abhyas 2019 exercise at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. The exercise "Yudh Abhyas" started on September 5 and continueed till September 18. It is a part of the ongoing Indo-US defence cooperation. This is the 15th edition of the joint exercise hosted alternately between the two countries. Both armies are jointly training, planning and executing a series of well-developed operations for neutralisation of threats of varied nature. Here is a glimpse of what both the armies were up to.

India has Reason To Worry about Taliban

India has Reason To Worry about Taliban

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

India is worried about Pakistan getting the Taliban to ignite trouble in Kashmir, observes Ramesh Menon.

Is Pakistani leopard changing its spots?

Is Pakistani leopard changing its spots?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

All Pakistani moves towards peace will be seen as tactical compromises, to be abandoned when the situation changes, observes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

India to begin bidding for 6 submarines worth Rs 55,000 cr by Oct

India to begin bidding for 6 submarines worth Rs 55,000 cr by Oct

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

The defence ministry has already shortlisted two Indian shipyards and five foreign defence majors for the project, being billed as one of biggest "Make in India" ventures.

15 times Aishwarya looked UNFORGETTABLE

15 times Aishwarya looked UNFORGETTABLE

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

On her 47th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma showcases 15 of her most memorable silver screen costumes.

Speed Up Peace Process In Nagaland

Speed Up Peace Process In Nagaland

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Exploiting the killings to ratchet up the tension in the region and harden negotiating positions with the central government serves nobody, least of all the people of Nagaland. The peace process must not be stalled because of this incident or distracted by calls to repeal the AFSPA, argues Vivek Gumaste.

Amid border standoff, Indian Army wins rare praise from China

Amid border standoff, Indian Army wins rare praise from China

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

Mountain brigades being raised by India are mostly meant for the Chinese border, especially the Tibetan plateau, and it is perhaps the first time a Chinese military expert publicly complimented their strength and strategic importance.

Bhanu Sahni: 'Ukraine is my second homeland'

Bhanu Sahni: 'Ukraine is my second homeland'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'We feel betrayed by the West.'

Bindass bride! Kriti is every Boho bride's dream

Bindass bride! Kriti is every Boho bride's dream

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Kriti Sanon plays muse to Tarun Tahiliani on the cover of Brides Today.

PHOTOS: International Army Games 2019

PHOTOS: International Army Games 2019

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

India is hosting the fifth Army International Scout Masters Competition as part of the games in Jaisalmer .

Exclusive! The mantra that handed the Indian Army victory in 1971

Exclusive! The mantra that handed the Indian Army victory in 1971

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

Air Vice Marshal Arjun Subramaniam lists the major operational takeaways from the 1971 War in his new book 'India's Wars, A Military History, 1947-1971'.

Indian Football Roundup: BFC leave it late to break NorthEast hearts

Indian Football Roundup: BFC leave it late to break NorthEast hearts

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

The aggregate score read 4-2 in favour of the Blues who will now look to land their first ever ISL title on Sunday.

India, China complete disengagement in Pangong area; to hold talks on Saturday

India, China complete disengagement in Pangong area; to hold talks on Saturday

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Sources indicated that during Saturday's talks, India will insist on a faster disengagement process in remaining areas to bring down tension in the region, which has witnessed a tense standoff between the two militaries for over nine months.

'China only understands strength'

'China only understands strength'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

'If you behave like a nail, the adversary will behave like a hammer.'

Met Gala 2018: Kim's gold dress is a winner

Met Gala 2018: Kim's gold dress is a winner

Rediff.com8 May 2018

The reality star and model stuck to the theme and looked impressive on the red carpet.

Time for India to draw red lines for China

Time for India to draw red lines for China

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Once the tanks roll back, a zero-based assessment of future equations with China is necessary. Given the conflict situations that China is imposing on India time and again, the red, amber and green lines of interactions with China need to be laid down and communicated in no uncertain terms, asserts Srikanth Kondapalli, the leading China expert.

Indian Army fully geared for full-fledged war in Ladakh

Indian Army fully geared for full-fledged war in Ladakh

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

In a statement, it said compared to physically and psychologically battle-hardened Indian troops, Chinese troops mostly are from urban areas and not used to hardships or prolonged deployment under field conditions.

India, Pak participate in joint SCO military exercise

India, Pak participate in joint SCO military exercise

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

At least 3,000 soldiers from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, India and Pakistan participated in the drill.