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Cyclone Ockhi intensifies, batters Lakshadweep, over 500 fishermen rescued

Cyclone Ockhi intensifies, batters Lakshadweep, over 500 fishermen rescued

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

Though many fishermen were brought ashore safely and admitted to hospitals, many are yet to recover from the shock of wrestling the lashing waves and seeing death face-to-face.

Myanmar ops a one-off, can't expect replay on western border

Myanmar ops a one-off, can't expect replay on western border

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

Those advocating a similar raid in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, for instance, need to have a reality check on the applicability of the same template on other borders, says Nitin Gokhale.

India carried out 3 cross-border strikes in 5 yrs, says Rajnath

India carried out 3 cross-border strikes in 5 yrs, says Rajnath

Rediff.com9 Mar 2019

'About two I will tell you, but won't tell you about the third one'

PM celebrates Diwali with troops in J-K's Rajouri

PM celebrates Diwali with troops in J-K's Rajouri

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

Modi visited the border district in Jammu region, his first to Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370, coinciding with Infantry Day celebrations.

Argentine coaches' misery at World Cup

Argentine coaches' misery at World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Sampaoli looked morose after Argentina's heaviest defeat in a World Cup group stage since 1958 and appeared resigned to his side's fate.

EPL PIX: Title-chasing Liverpool frustrated in goalless derby draw

EPL PIX: Title-chasing Liverpool frustrated in goalless derby draw

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

It promises to be a tense and thrilling finale to the season but Liverpool, who have frittered away a seven-point lead, will need to regain their momentum quickly if they are to push for their first league title since 1990.

Army Chief among 19 awarded PVSM, 2 soldiers get Kirti Chakra

Army Chief among 19 awarded PVSM, 2 soldiers get Kirti Chakra

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

Nine army men have been awarded Shaurya Chakra, the third highest peacetime gallantry award.

Army targets Naga insurgents in terror ops along Myanmar border

Army targets Naga insurgents in terror ops along Myanmar border

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

According to a statement by the Eastern Command, a column of the Indian Army operating along Indo-Myanmar border was fired upon by unidentified insurgents of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang about 4.45 am.

Meghalaya: Cops battle it out with militants who killed woman for resisting rape

Meghalaya: Cops battle it out with militants who killed woman for resisting rape

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

An encounter was underway on Thursday between security forces and Garo militants responsible for the gruesome killing of a tribal woman after molestation and attempted rape, in South Garo Hills district in Meghalaya.

The farmer's son and India's big boxing hope

The farmer's son and India's big boxing hope

Rediff.com3 Feb 2018

Manish Kaushik has announced his arrival on the senior scene in grand fashion.

Early Australian team selection just for marketing reasons: Mark Waugh

Early Australian team selection just for marketing reasons: Mark Waugh

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Australia selector Mark Waugh refreshingly candid departure from sport media-speak when he let slip that Cricket Australia wanted their Test team selected early for 'marketing reasons' has been swiftly rebuffed by the governing body on Friday.

How should India deal with Pakistan?

How should India deal with Pakistan?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

'We need to be in a perpetual state of aggression, and able to swiftly change the goal posts to keep Pakistan in a state of imbalance,' argues Sanjeev Nayyar.

Extinction Rebellion: Climate protests rock the world

Extinction Rebellion: Climate protests rock the world

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

In the face of climate disaster, a new environmental movement by the name of Extinction Rebellion has risen up, and they will make sure you hear their plea -- 'To governments of the world: we declared a climate and ecological emergency. You did not do enough. To everybody else: rebel' The environmental group, which was founded in the United Kingdom, has planned a large coordinated movement -- called International Rebellion -- in more than 60 global cities. Demonstrators blocked roads and bridges leading to the Palace of Westminster in central London. They staged a "die-in" in Wellington, New Zealand. They obstructed a major roundabout in Berlin and splattered fake blood on Wall Street's "Charging Bull" sculpture. Here are some of the most powerful images from the movement.

How I cut down sugar and lost 31 kg in 6 months

How I cut down sugar and lost 31 kg in 6 months

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Rediff reader Subash tells us how he went from an unhealthy 117 kg to 86 kg in just six months.

Will Australia captain Clarke recover in time for India Tests?

Will Australia captain Clarke recover in time for India Tests?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Australia captain Michael Clarke, who is struggling with his hamstring injury, could be fit in time for the upcoming four Tests against India starting December 4, with reports surfacing that the batsman may not require surgery.

10 trekkers killed in Theni forest fire

10 trekkers killed in Theni forest fire

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

4 copters of the IAF and their 10 commandos are involved in the rescue operation.

Naveed Jatt, terrorist wanted in Shujaat Bukhari murder case, killed

Naveed Jatt, terrorist wanted in Shujaat Bukhari murder case, killed

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

The DGP said Jatt's killing, along with one of his associates, was a big success for the security forces.

British cleric Abu Hamza convicted on terror charges in US

British cleric Abu Hamza convicted on terror charges in US

Rediff.com20 May 2014

A fiery British cleric accused of facilitating violent jihad in Afghanistan and setting up a terrorist training camp in the United States was convicted by a court in New York on 11 terrorism charges and faces a maximum prison sentence of life.

Trust vote: K'taka assembly adjourned, BJP MLAs stay put

Trust vote: K'taka assembly adjourned, BJP MLAs stay put

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

20 lawmakers did not turn up on Thursday, including 17 from the ruling coalition, 12 of whom are corralled in a hotel in Mumbai, as the House debated in a surcharged atmosphere.

Sonia back in the driver's seat as Congress goes off track

Sonia back in the driver's seat as Congress goes off track

Rediff.com9 Apr 2016

After Arunachal Pradesh slipped out of its control and Uttarakhand was placed under President's rule, the Congress president took matters into her own hands.

History-maker Bayliss set for Ashes baptism of fire

History-maker Bayliss set for Ashes baptism of fire

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Strong, silent and one of cricket's quiet achievers, Trevor Bayliss may need that stoicism to accompany all his expertise when he becomes the first Australian coach to take charge of England in an Ashes series.

The billionaire, Bollywood and the future of Indian soccer

The billionaire, Bollywood and the future of Indian soccer

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

Ambani's holding group launched the Indian Super League, an elite competition of newly created teams, in 2014 with the aim of attracting investment and big global names, much like the Indian Premier League has in cricket. 'It was 100% a wasted opportunity'.

Indian football round-up: WAFF U-16 C'ship: India defeat Yemen 3-0

Indian football round-up: WAFF U-16 C'ship: India defeat Yemen 3-0

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

After Central defender Harpreet Singh headed the first one in the 37th minute, two goals in two minutes immediately after resumption took the issue beyond Yemen's reach.

2nd T20I: Chop and change on cards as India look for turnaround

2nd T20I: Chop and change on cards as India look for turnaround

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

The hosts took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, which comprise three back-to-back matches in a span of five days.

The healthy and young may not even ever receive The Vaccine

The healthy and young may not even ever receive The Vaccine

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

'What proportion of the people require the vaccine for us to manage this entire COVID-19 situation?'

South Africa take control despite superb show by Pandya

South Africa take control despite superb show by Pandya

Rediff.com6 Jan 2018

Hardik Pandya stood tall amid ruins with his all-round prowess but hosts South Africa were still very much in command with a current lead of 142 runs against India after an enthralling second day in the first Test in Cape Town

10 mag covers that broke the Internet in 2017

10 mag covers that broke the Internet in 2017

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Some broke stereotypes. Some inspiring. Some made our jaws drop.

China exhibits caution at US election result

China exhibits caution at US election result

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

The US election campaign has provided plenty of ammunition for the CCP to make its case that its political system is superior.

Mohammed Shahid: Hockey's great genius

Mohammed Shahid: Hockey's great genius

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

'Shahid was an artist, the kind who treated the hockey pitch as his own canvas.'

Champions League PIX: Real stunned; Bayern rout Atletico

Champions League PIX: Real stunned; Bayern rout Atletico

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Luka Modric pulled one back for Zinedine Zidane's shellshocked side with a brilliant strike from distance early in the second half before substitute Vinicius Jr reduced the deficit to one goal.

How forces are keeping VIPs safe during poll campaign

How forces are keeping VIPs safe during poll campaign

Rediff.com16 May 2019

The Special Protection Group, the National Security Guard, the Central Reserve Police Force, the Central Industrial Security Force and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police are ensuring a watertight VIP security cover everyday to politicians campaigning across the country.

Indian Army commandos cross over LoC, kill 3 Pakistani soldiers

Indian Army commandos cross over LoC, kill 3 Pakistani soldiers

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

The daring action is in retaliation to the ceasefire violation by Pakistan along the LoC on Saturday.

Barcelona, Atletico sail into Champions League last 16

Barcelona, Atletico sail into Champions League last 16

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid led a Spanish Armada into the Champions League last 16 with home wins on Wednesday and in-form Aaron Ramsey steadied Arsenal's boat with a battling win against rocky Borussia Dortmund.

UN expert finds holes in Modi's Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

UN expert finds holes in Modi's Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

The expert said the mission "lacked a holistic human rights approach'.

A taste of life & luxury in a Rajasthani fort

A taste of life & luxury in a Rajasthani fort

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

The 230-year-old Alila Fort in Bishangarh is now a hotel.

Palaniswami wins trust vote after high drama, DMK expulsion

Palaniswami wins trust vote after high drama, DMK expulsion

Rediff.com18 Feb 2017

Former Chief Minister Panneerselvam could muster only 11 votes, ending the prolonged stalemate triggered by his rebellion.

Egypt launch air strikes after IS posts beheadings video

Egypt launch air strikes after IS posts beheadings video

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Egypt launched air strikes in Libya, in an escalation of Egypt's battle against IS' growing militancy

Terrorists in PoK beware! IAF's Jaguars just got deadlier

Terrorists in PoK beware! IAF's Jaguars just got deadlier

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

The DARIN-III navigation attack system allows a Jaguar pilot to feed in the coordinates of targets deep inside enemy territory.

525 killed in deadliest crackdown on Morsi supporters in Egypt

525 killed in deadliest crackdown on Morsi supporters in Egypt

Rediff.com15 Aug 2013

Egypt's defiant Muslim Brotherhood on Thursday vowed to bring down the military-backed government as it called for a massive anti-regime rally, a day after over 525 people were killed in the deadliest crackdown by security forces on supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi.

How Modi tried to manage China & Pakistan

How Modi tried to manage China & Pakistan

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

'New Delhi showed itself willing -- at least for a period -- to tolerate the risk of conflict and to withstand Beijing's implicit and explicit threats.' 'But it also continued to try to cut some kind of deal with China to reduce tensions.'