The idea of weaponization got a fillip from an unexpected quarter. In the last week of October 1985, Rajiv met US President Ronald Reagan. Reagan told Rajiv, 'Pakistan has already made a bomb.' When Rajiv started talking about disarmament, the US president cut him short, 'Don't talk theory, think of your own protection.'
The latest blast occurred on Wednesday midnight behind the Guru Ramdas Niwas building, police said.
'Life was a canvas and Pradeep Sarkar painted with full intensity -- be it an ad film or a feature film.'
Former ICICI Bank CEO and MD Chanda Kochhar and her husband Deepak Kochhar on Tuesday approached the Bombay high court, calling their arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation in a loan fraud case illegal. The high court, however, refused to grant an urgent hearing and directed the Kochhars to mention the matter before the regular bench once it resumes after vacation. A lawyer representing the Kocchars said that no prior sanction, as required under the law, was obtained by the CBI before their arrest.
Jaishankar said he apprised Prime Minister Shmyhal of "India's principled position that emphasises cessation of all hostilities and return to dialogue and diplomacy."
Movie folk mark World Environment Day by inspirational messages and useful information.
'How could I play Devsaab's sister after playing his wife in Tere Mere Sapne and doing such intimate scenes with him?'
'With him by your side, you can even leap from the Bhuj Khalifa knowing that even if you crash land, the journey will be unforgettable.'
'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'
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'It just so happens that some amazing, true-life stories come my way.'
'Professors can teach even when they are 90 because they don't lose their skill with words. Go deeper and there's spirituality in it.'
He talked of snacking on crisps, sweets and donuts with his fellow queuers to keep their energy up.
Invest in quality companies that make profits, advises stock market expert and rediffGURU Samraat Jadhav.
"Vivan Sundaram passed away this morning at 9.20 am. Further details of the cremation as decided will be communicated to you shortly," read a note issued by Safdar Hashmi Memorial Trust (SAHMAT), of which Sundaram was a founding trustee.
Aim to get at least 8 hours of sleep during every 24-hour period, even if this is accumulated over several separate periods of rest.
Addressing a gathering at the Delhi border as the Bharat Jodo Yatra led by Gandhi entered Delhi, he said, "They spread hatred, we spread love and embrace all Indians".
The explosions came in the wake of the attack on the Kerch bridge on Saturday.
Sri Lanka on Tuesday deployed military personnel at State-run petrol pumps to monitor and manage fuel distribution amidst a shortage that led to serpentine queues of consumers outside filling stations.
'Much as I feel on top of the world after being a part of a special series like Jubilee, I would say my biggest achievement so far has been spreading happiness around.'
Reliance Industries Limited on Wednesday became the first Indian company to hit the Rs 19 lakh crore market valuation mark following a rally in its share price. The market heavyweight stock jumped 1.85 per cent to its record high of Rs 2,827.10 on the BSE. Following the gain in the share price, the company's market valuation jumped to Rs 19,12,814 crore in morning trade on the BSE.
All essentials are in short supply due to import restrictions forced by the forex crisis.
Andrew McDonald believes the biggest challenge for his side in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Test Trophy will be to tackle 'slide spin'
A pregnant Sri Lankan woman, who had been in a queue for two days to obtain a passport to leave the crisis-hit country for employment overseas, went into labour while waiting for her turn on Thursday and delivered a baby girl.
Keep in mind that JEE Main is all about speed and accuracy, advises Nitin Arora.
]The easiest activity like walking has a direct positive impact on your various blood markers like blood glucose levels, cholesterol, blood pressure, etc, explains Sanya Narang.
Much, much, much before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani fussed over What Jhumka, Asha Bhosle trilled in her alluring voice and teased us with tantalising details about the events leading to her precious Jhumka's loss. Sukanya Verma celebrates the singing legend who turns 90 on September 8.
Carlos Alcaraz came through a testing third round encounter against Nicolas Jarry.
The increase in stubble burning has kicked off a political slugfest, with Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Wednesday saying that there had been a 19 per cent rise in farm fires over 2021 in Punjab and that the Aam Aadmi Party had turned the national capital into a gas chamber.
Images from the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Saturday.
Sid mourns Oscar...Katori cuddles Kartik... Sanju Baba is back at work...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that the partnership between India and Germany could serve as an example of success in a complex world as the two sides inked several agreements focused on sustainable development under which India would receive USD 10.5 billion assistance by 2030 to boost the use of clean energy.
Stars pens down their thoughts, moods and resolutions for the New Year.
Hands down, the winner of Anurag Kashyap's patriarchy and privilege pooh-poohing exercise is Amit Trivedi and Shellee's spirited soundtrack, notes Sukanya Verma.
Amit Panghal, a World Championships silver medallist, out-punched Namri Berri of Vanuatu via an unanimous verdict.
'The agenda in politics should be service-oriented. But in Telangana the mandate of those who got mandate -- their entire focus is to abuse Modi'
Xi said the entire military should devote all its energy to carry out all its work for combat readiness, enhance its capability to fight and win, and effectively fulfill its missions and tasks
Adani Group on Friday launched its Rs 31,000-crore open offer to acquire 26 per cent additional stake from the public shareholders of Swiss firm Holcim's two Indian listed entities ACC Ltd and Ambuja Cements. In May this year, the Adani Group had announced that it had clinched a deal to acquire a controlling stake in Holcim Ltd's businesses in India for $10.5 billion. Markets regulator Sebi granted approval for the open offer last week.
The 96-year-old monarch has been suffering from age-related mobility issues and has cut down her travels, including appointing new Prime Minister Liz Truss in Scotland earlier this week.
New Everton boss Sean Dyche's reign began with a shock 1-0 victory over English Premier League leaders Arsenal.
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