Search results for ' Camouflage'

Soldier kills 20 in Thailand mall siege, shot dead

Soldier kills 20 in Thailand mall siege, shot dead

Rediff.com9 Feb 2020

The alleged shooter, who carried an assault rifle, was a sergeant in the Thai military. He was clad in camouflage and a helmet during the rampage. The gunman wrote on his Facebook page earlier in the day that 'Death is inevitable for everyone'.

Eden Test: Sachin's 199th... and little else

Eden Test: Sachin's 199th... and little else

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

The hoopla surrounding Sachin Tendulkar's farewell, says Bikash Mohapatra, has completely camouflaged what could be a mismatch series, as the West Indies team neither has the pedigree nor players to get past M S Dhon's side.

Shruti Hassan: So hot you'd probably burn your fingers!

Shruti Hassan: So hot you'd probably burn your fingers!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

The actress-singer turned up the heat at Blackberrys fashion show held in Mumbai.

Talking to Taliban is Pointless for India

Talking to Taliban is Pointless for India

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

Pakistan has too much at stake to allow even an iota of rapprochement between India and the Taliban, says Vivek Gumaste.

Yes Bank fraud: ED arrests 2 former Cox and Kings executives

Yes Bank fraud: ED arrests 2 former Cox and Kings executives

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday arrested the former CFO and internal auditor of the Cox and Kings Group in connection with its money laundering probe in the Yes Bank alleged loan default case. The agency said ex-chief financial officer Anil Khandelwal and internal auditor Naresh Jain were arrested under the provision of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act

10 Year Old Indian Wins Top Photo Contest

10 Year Old Indian Wins Top Photo Contest

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

The Natural History Museum's annual competition and exhibition, Wildlife Photographer of the Year has been the longest-running and most prestigious nature and wildlife photography competition that has been recognising the world's best nature photography every year since 1965.

Some see red over India's orange jersey for Eng tie

Some see red over India's orange jersey for Eng tie

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

This is not the first sartorial controversy to hit the Indian team, who are so far unbeaten in the tournament.

Pawar's face-off a bid to hide his incompetence: Naik

Pawar's face-off a bid to hide his incompetence: Naik

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

Nationalist Congress Party president Sharad Pawar's face-off with the United Progressive Alliance was a camouflaged attempt to hide his failure to deliver as the Agriculture Minister, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Union minister Ram Naik said on Wednesday.

Who's the Greatest General of the 20th Century?

Who's the Greatest General of the 20th Century?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

My candidate for the best general of the last century hailed from a little, poor colonised Asian nation whose impact on world affairs rarely amounted to much, notes Shankar Acharya.

Tata Harrier 2020: It can't get better than this!

Tata Harrier 2020: It can't get better than this!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Long have I waited for a car to replace the Tata Safari feel in driving, and this updated version of the Tata Harrier is just IT, exclaims Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Leaders Need Strong Sense Of Who They Are

Leaders Need Strong Sense Of Who They Are

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

'I have always believed that life doesn't get easier or more forgiving; we only get stronger and more resilient.'

INX Media: Delhi court summons Chidambaram, son Karti

INX Media: Delhi court summons Chidambaram, son Karti

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

A Delhi court Wednesday issued summons to former Union minister P Chidambaram and his son Karti in the INX Media money-laundering case on taking cognisance of the charge sheet filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against them.

Akhilesh goes out of way to defend his father's acts

Akhilesh goes out of way to defend his father's acts

Rediff.com21 Jul 2012

In an obvious bid to camouflage the 'wrongs' committed by his father Mulayam Singh Yadav during his last stint as head of the government, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav has decidedly gone overboard by reversing the government's stand on an all important issue before the Supreme Court.

Pregnant Carol Gracias flaunts baby bump on the runway

Pregnant Carol Gracias flaunts baby bump on the runway

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Supermodel Carol Gracias stole the spotlight as she strutted down the ramp for Gaurang Shah at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2016.

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.

IIT student creates fabric that changes colour

IIT student creates fabric that changes colour

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

Muksit Ahamed, an M.Tech Student of IIT Delhi, has created a textile that can completely change its colour to match the background.

Will ICC act against India for wearing military caps?

Will ICC act against India for wearing military caps?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

Mani said that Pakistan's stance is very clear that cricket must not be used for politics.

Covid fight: 4 faultlines India must address

Covid fight: 4 faultlines India must address

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Rather than worry about what picture of India is being painted in the foreign media, the focus must be on marshalling all our energies to provide relief and solace to our deeply wounded and dispirited citizens, says former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

EC to keep tab on poll expenditure including paid news

EC to keep tab on poll expenditure including paid news

Rediff.com28 Dec 2011

Gone are the days when political parties and their nominees could get away by inserting "paid news" in the columns of news papers or through paid slots on TV channels.

Britain's SAS joins Gaddafi hunt; bounty $2 mn

Britain's SAS joins Gaddafi hunt; bounty $2 mn

Rediff.com25 Aug 2011

Camouflaged in Arab attire and carrying weapons similar to rebels, the SAS have been ordered to switch their focus on the search for Gaddafi, on the run since his fortified headquarters was captured on Tuesday, Telegraph reported quoting British Defence officials.

ISI trained me how to use Indians: Headley

ISI trained me how to use Indians: Headley

Rediff.com13 Jun 2011

Notwithstanding Pakistan's denial, Lashkare-Tayiba operative David Headley has highlighted the deep involvement of the Inter-Services Intelligence in the Mumbai attacks conspiracy by revealing how he received meticulous training in espionage from its officers and agents during "hundreds" of sessions.

Man in Jarawa video not a policeman, says Andaman DGP

Man in Jarawa video not a policeman, says Andaman DGP

Rediff.com13 Jan 2012

Police on Friday claimed that the person who was shown in a video ordering semi-naked Jarawa tribal women to dance naked in front of tourists after accepting money was not a policeman.

IMAGES: Sexy swimwear to flatter YOUR figure!

IMAGES: Sexy swimwear to flatter YOUR figure!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

If you're worried about a big butt, broad shoulders or small bustline, don't fret -- here's our swimsuit style guide to camouflage your problem areas!

ScarJo brings classic actors to life with photoshoot

ScarJo brings classic actors to life with photoshoot

Rediff.com26 May 2011

Get your lowdown on the world of Hollywood, right here!

Why Captain is all smiles

Why Captain is all smiles

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

He has no challenger in the Congress, the Akali Dal is in disarray. Will he call a snap election?

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

The results for the People's Choice Award for the Wildlife Photographer Of The Year are in.

'Economic activities are expected to improve'

'Economic activities are expected to improve'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

'We are very watchful about inflation and growth. But the main challenge is economic revival and growth.'

Why IPL fiasco reminds one of Satyam

Why IPL fiasco reminds one of Satyam

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

The IPL shows many similarities with India's biggest corporate fraud, the Satyam scandal.

Sports and politics to mix again in India-Pakistan clash at World Cup

Sports and politics to mix again in India-Pakistan clash at World Cup

Rediff.com24 May 2019

Bilateral cricketing ties between them have remained suspended since 2008 and relations further soured in February this year after a suicide car bombing that killed at least 40 Indian paramilitary police in Pulwana district in South Kashmir.

Varna and Jati Are Not Same

Varna and Jati Are Not Same

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

The relative ranking of castes can vary across regions and localities and depends on a number of factors including control over land, wealth, and political power. Castes have often tried to 'upgrade' themselves (a process sociologists refer to as Sanskritization), and sometimes get 'downgraded'. A revealing excerpt from Upinder Singh's Ancient India: Culture Of Contradictions.

Indo-Pak thaw resurrects sacred Sikh shrine

Indo-Pak thaw resurrects sacred Sikh shrine

Rediff.com7 Jan 2011

With the incremental improvement in ties with Pakistan, the proposal to open the corridor from DBN to the Kiratpur Sahib gurdwara some 4 kilometres away on the Pakastani side, founded in memory of Sikhism's founder Nanak Bedi has once again been resurrected.

Why Celine Dion is the ultimate STYLE ICON

Why Celine Dion is the ultimate STYLE ICON

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

Beware! Dangerously sexy curves ahead.

There's hope for Indian hockey: Edwards

There's hope for Indian hockey: Edwards

Rediff.com21 Jul 2010

former India hockey goalkeeper Alloysius Edwards believes there is a huge pool of talent in India and there is still hope for hockey in the country.

A Kashmir diary

A Kashmir diary

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

'On the drive to the airport, the streets are lined with men in battle camouflage carrying assault rifles and bearing familiar faces -- Tamilians, Bengalis, Punjabis, feared by the locals and in turn fearing them,' notes Aakar Patel during a visit to Srinagar.

Ford may soon launch Fiesta hatchback in India

Ford may soon launch Fiesta hatchback in India

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

Fiesta hatchback was launched in the US a while back and the car has been getting good reviews.

BEL, Anna Varsity build Patang, a drone with 2-km zoom range

BEL, Anna Varsity build Patang, a drone with 2-km zoom range

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

The unmanned aerial vehicle has been developed for surveillance and broadcasting and is ready for commercialisation.

1971 War: Meet War Hero 'Keen Kumar'

1971 War: Meet War Hero 'Keen Kumar'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

'We airlifted army personnel wearing lungis to generally unused landing grounds.' 'We were told to keep quiet about what we did or saw.'

Nadal even better than you think, says Roddick

Nadal even better than you think, says Roddick

Rediff.com27 Mar 2009

American ace Andy Roddick, ranked sixth, believes Spaniard Nadal's reputation as a powerful baseline player camouflages his improved skills around the court.

Inside Vietnam's extraordinary underground military base

Inside Vietnam's extraordinary underground military base

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Kanika Datta visits the Cu Chi military tunnels -- a testimony to a plucky little country's 30-year war of resistance against, first, French colonisers and, then, the US.

Lankan Army sees a prized discovery in Tiger lair

Lankan Army sees a prized discovery in Tiger lair

Rediff.com19 Jan 2009

The Sri Lankan forces fast closing in on LTTE last bastion in island nation's north have captured one of the command bunkers used by elusive Tamil Tiger supreme Velupillai Prabhakaran in thick forests of Dharmapuram town in Mullaittivu.