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Delhi Court Grants Bail To US National In NIA Drone Warfare Probe

Delhi Court Grants Bail To US National In NIA Drone Warfare Probe

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A Delhi court has granted default bail to US national Matthew Aaron Van Dyke, who was arrested in connection with an NIA case involving a drone warfare training camp linked to ethnic armed groups in Myanmar. The bail was granted on a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh, with conditions to remain in Delhi and cooperate with the investigation. The NIA's chargesheet did not invoke UAPA provisions, instead citing the Immigration and Foreigners Act, leading to the default bail.

Court grants bail to US national Van Dyke in terror conspiracy case

Court grants bail to US national Van Dyke in terror conspiracy case

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A Delhi court has granted default bail to US national Matthew Aaron Van Dyke, who was arrested in a terror-conspiracy case being probed by the National Investigation Agency, amidst ongoing investigations into potential UAPA offences.

Khamenei warns midterm result won't change Iran's stand against US

Khamenei warns midterm result won't change Iran's stand against US

Rediff.com6 days ago

Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei has declared that the results of the US midterm elections and shifts between American political parties will not alter Iran's defensive strategy or soften Washington's long-standing hostility toward the Iranian nation.

Iran threat prompts US to evacuate aircraft from UK air base

Iran threat prompts US to evacuate aircraft from UK air base

Rediff.com17 hours ago

The United States has evacuated American aircraft from an air base in the UK following a threat from Iran, according to people familiar with the matter, raising fresh concerns over the security of US military assets amid the ongoing conflict.

No more military strikes on Iran, Rubio informs US allies

No more military strikes on Iran, Rubio informs US allies

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

The US has informed allies it will avoid new military strikes on Iran, instead focusing on economic sanctions and maritime enforcement, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic shift aims to intensify pressure on Tehran's economy and oil exports while keeping the military option open if Iran initiates aggression. Diplomatic efforts continue amidst persistent regional tensions and maritime incidents.

Iran in deep trouble, US military action still on the table: Trump

Iran in deep trouble, US military action still on the table: Trump

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

US President Donald Trump indicated that American military operations targeting Iran might not have concluded, while firmly rejecting immediate talks with Tehran. He asserted that Iran is facing severe military and economic difficulties and possesses limited capabilities, despite the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump calls LeBron's anthem conduct disrespectful, demands apology to US warriors

Trump calls LeBron's anthem conduct disrespectful, demands apology to US warriors

Rediff.com23 Oct 2026

US President Donald Trump criticised LeBron James over his national anthem conduct, demanding an apology to American heroes, while reigniting debate over athletes' gestures during patriotic ceremonies.

US sanctions Chandigarh couple for aiding Iran oil transport

US sanctions Chandigarh couple for aiding Iran oil transport

Rediff.com6 days ago

The US Treasury Department has sanctioned a Chandigarh-based couple, Suniel Kumar Sharma and Jaspreet Preeti Shahid, and their network of companies. They are accused of providing false flags and certifications to support Iran's shadow fleet, enabling the transport of petroleum and evasion of international restrictions. Their operations involved defrauding maritime regulatory administrations and establishing fraudulent flagging registries across multiple jurisdictions.

Envoy reveals why US rejected Iran's Hormuz offer

Envoy reveals why US rejected Iran's Hormuz offer

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The US rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing Tehran's demands for sanctions relief and access to frozen assets before nuclear program negotiations. US Ambassador Mike Waltz called the offer a "cynical attempt," while Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi disputed Waltz's account and reiterated Iran's readiness for both diplomacy and renewed hostilities. President Trump expressed confidence in winning the conflict soon and keeping all options, including military strikes, on the table, with denying Iran a nuclear weapon as the primary objective.

US Missions Issue Security Alert For Americans In West Asia

US Missions Issue Security Alert For Americans In West Asia

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

US missions across West Asia have issued a security alert advising American nationals to "exercise heightened vigilance" due to Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia and the potential for Iran and its allies to target US interests. The advisory warns of potential travel disruptions and escalating hostilities, linking the Houthi actions to Iran's regional network and the ongoing US-Iran conflict.

Trump meets security team, fresh strikes on Iran likely

Trump meets security team, fresh strikes on Iran likely

Rediff.com5 days ago

US President Donald Trump has met with his national security team to discuss resuming military operations against Iran, with senior officials confirming preparations are being finalised for potential major operations, while Iraq has warned against using its territory for strikes.

US C-17 military plane lands in Moscow amid airspace curbs, mission unclear

US C-17 military plane lands in Moscow amid airspace curbs, mission unclear

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

An American Boeing C-17A Globemaster III military transport aircraft reportedly landed in Moscow on Monday morning, according to online air traffic monitoring systems, Russian news agency TASS reported.

Beyond US Congress, Indian-Americans make their mark in state legislatures

Beyond US Congress, Indian-Americans make their mark in state legislatures

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian-Americans have achieved significant victories in state legislative races across the US midterm elections, with several individuals securing key positions and making history in various states like Michigan, Arizona, Illinois, and Texas, further solidifying their growing political influence.

'There's a possibility': Trump says US could strike Iran 'maybe tomorrow'

'There's a possibility': Trump says US could strike Iran 'maybe tomorrow'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2026

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said there is a possibility that an attack on Iran could happen soon. The remarks were made after Trump cast his ballot in the midterm elections early on Saturday in Florida.

Six Ukrainian Nationals Get Default Bail In NIA Drone Warfare Probe

Six Ukrainian Nationals Get Default Bail In NIA Drone Warfare Probe

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A Delhi court has granted default bail to six Ukrainian nationals arrested in connection with an NIA probe into a drone-warfare training camp linked to ethnic armed groups in Myanmar. The court also discharged them from Immigration and Foreigners Act charges after the FRRO compounded the offences with a fine. The NIA's UAPA probe is ongoing, with a supplementary chargesheet possible.

'Iran plots against US diplomats in Middle East reach advanced stages'

'Iran plots against US diplomats in Middle East reach advanced stages'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2026

Axios has reported that a new US intelligence report has found that Iran has "substantially increased" its efforts to target American diplomats and officials in the Middle East. The intel memo which Axios cited also said that plots against American diplomats were reaching "advanced stages."

US strikes 90 military targets inside Iran, shares video

US strikes 90 military targets inside Iran, shares video

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

The United States has launched a fresh wave of precision strikes, hitting approximately 90 Iranian military targets deep inside Iran, further intensifying a rapidly expanding regional conflict, with Tehran warning of severe retaliation.

Iran war: Hegseth faces impeachment push as Democrats turn up heat on Trump

Iran war: Hegseth faces impeachment push as Democrats turn up heat on Trump

Rediff.com2 days ago

US House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has thrown his full support behind a legislative push to impeach Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, accusing him of severe misconduct and responsibility for the ongoing war against Iran, as newly empowered opposition lawmakers prepare to intensify congressional oversight of the administration led by US President Donald Trump.

US strikes Iranian targets near Hormuz after mine attempt: Trump

US strikes Iranian targets near Hormuz after mine attempt: Trump

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that Washington has launched a fresh wave of strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz. They come after what Trump claimed was in retaliation for Iran attempting to add sea mines to the Strait.

Leaked images show damaged US bases in Iranian strikes

Leaked images show damaged US bases in Iranian strikes

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

New photographic evidence and a Pentagon inspector general's report confirm extensive damage to US military installations across the Middle East due to Iranian missile and drone strikes. The report details billions in financial costs, structural losses to hundreds of buildings, and damage to dozens of aircraft, contradicting previous assertions about US military readiness and ordnance stockpiles. The conflict also led to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil prices.

'Surrender to Iran's 7 conditions': Tehran after Trump's call to end war

'Surrender to Iran's 7 conditions': Tehran after Trump's call to end war

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Iran's powerful secretary of the supreme national security council Major General Mohsen Rezaei has issued a warning to the US after Donald Trump indicated that the war is unlikely to resume.

Rubio pushes US energy, defence deals as India trade pact nears finish

Rubio pushes US energy, defence deals as India trade pact nears finish

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio kick-started a three-day visit to India on Tuesday to advance bilateral ties in energy, trade and investment, defence, critical technologies, and exchange views on the West Asia crisis.

Operation Sindoor features in Trump's midterm poll rallies

Operation Sindoor features in Trump's midterm poll rallies

Rediff.com24 Oct 2026

Former US President Donald Trump has once again claimed he prevented a war between India and Pakistan by threatening them with steep tariffs, expressing disappointment that his efforts have not earned him a Nobel Peace Prize. India, however, maintains that any de-escalation was a direct agreement between the two nations.

Trump says fresh Iran strikes before midterms 'not ruled out'

Trump says fresh Iran strikes before midterms 'not ruled out'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Donald Trump expressed confidence in a swift victory over Iran, suggesting military strikes before midterm elections are possible, with the primary goal of denying Tehran nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi declared readiness for a "doomsday war" if hostilities resume, while also expressing openness to diplomacy if assets are unfrozen and oil sales allowed.

US moves to strip citizenship of 40, including Indian-origin man

US moves to strip citizenship of 40, including Indian-origin man

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

The US Department of Justice has initiated its largest denaturalisation effort in modern history, targeting 40 individuals for various serious offences, including fraud and espionage. Among those facing citizenship revocation is Balwinder Singh of California, accused of using a fraudulent identity, and Jinchao Wei, a former US Navy sailor convicted of espionage for China.

Gadi Eisenkot to form new Israeli govt as Netanyahu calls for unity

Gadi Eisenkot to form new Israeli govt as Netanyahu calls for unity

Rediff.com2 days ago

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot with forming the country's next government, marking a significant political setback for incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Eisenkot secured recommendations from 67 lawmakers, while Netanyahu received 46, highlighting a shift in parliamentary support.

Can Vance Persuade Trump To End Iran War?

Can Vance Persuade Trump To End Iran War?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Vance was sceptical about the war against Iran and was the only figure in Trump's circle who refused to endorse Benjamin Netanyahu's bid for re-election as prime minister, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'Ceasefire has commenced': Melania Trump announces Russia-Ukraine truce

'Ceasefire has commenced': Melania Trump announces Russia-Ukraine truce

Rediff.com28 Oct 2026

US First Lady Melania Trump on Tuesday announced that a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has taken effect beyond Oleshky two days ahead of schedule, with the move aimed at protecting civilians and facilitating the delivery of critical humanitarian aid to the conflict-affected area.

5 suspects arrested for terror plot at UK air base are British nationals

5 suspects arrested for terror plot at UK air base are British nationals

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Five British nationals arrested on suspicion of terror charges related to an explosives threat near RAF Fairford have been released on police bail. The Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) investigation is ongoing, with stringent conditions placed on the suspects. Iran has denied any involvement, while former US President Donald Trump claimed US intelligence assisted in the arrests.

Rubio's India visit: Trade deal, West Asia top agenda amid strained ties

Rubio's India visit: Trade deal, West Asia top agenda amid strained ties

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is on a three-day visit to India to discuss bilateral ties in energy, trade, investment, defence, and critical technologies, as well as the West Asia crisis. His visit aims to strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership amidst existing friction, with a focus on finalising a proposed bilateral trade deal.

France blames Iran for 'unprecedented' cyberattack on supermarket network

France blames Iran for 'unprecedented' cyberattack on supermarket network

Rediff.com1 days ago

French authorities have formally accused Iran of orchestrating an "unprecedented" cyberattack campaign targeting supermarket refrigeration networks across the country, causing massive food spoilage and equipment fires, and are now pushing for European Union sanctions against Tehran.

Iran calls for Muslim unity as Saudi, Turkish, Pak defence chiefs meet

Iran calls for Muslim unity as Saudi, Turkish, Pak defence chiefs meet

Rediff.com27 Oct 2026

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday called for "regional unity" as he met top defence officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan in Tehran to discuss the regional situation, amid escalating tensions in the region.

The Air Chief Who Captured A Billion Hearts

The Air Chief Who Captured A Billion Hearts

Rediff.com31 Oct 2026

Tarun Vijay salutes Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh who retires from military service today.

India slams US green card curbs for IT cos, Vance's 'indentured servant' remark

India slams US green card curbs for IT cos, Vance's 'indentured servant' remark

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

India has strongly criticised the US decision to suspend the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) program for eight major IT firms, including Indian giants like TCS and Wipro. New Delhi also condemned US Vice President JD Vance's description of foreign professionals as "indentured servants," calling it "unwarranted and deeply offensive." The move is expected to impact thousands of Indian tech professionals seeking permanent residency in the US and further strains bilateral ties.

9 killed as private jet crashes near Trump's residence in Florida

9 killed as private jet crashes near Trump's residence in Florida

Rediff.com2 Nov 2026

A private Learjet 60 carrying nine people crashed into a residential area in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday, killing everyone on board. The aircraft, which departed from Austin, Texas, was en route to the Bahamas when it crashed near Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, causing significant damage and prompting a major investigation by the FAA and NTSB.

'IAF Takes China, Pakistan Threats Seriously'

'IAF Takes China, Pakistan Threats Seriously'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2026

'The close collaboration between Pakistan and China, and the assistance Pakistan receives, is a factor in our planning, and the IAF is building its capacity to counter precisely such collusive threats.'

Tanker with Indian crew was attacked by Iran twice: US

Tanker with Indian crew was attacked by Iran twice: US

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

The US military has refuted Iran's Revolutionary Guards' assertion that an oil tanker struck a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command stated the Panama-registered vessel, El Gaia, was previously hit by an Iranian missile and then a drone, highlighting ongoing Iranian attempts to impede commercial vessels in the crucial maritime trade route.

India, Israel vote against Pak-backed UN resolution

India, Israel vote against Pak-backed UN resolution

Rediff.com5 days ago

India voted against a Pakistan-sponsored UN resolution on conventional arms control at regional and sub-regional levels, reiterating its long-held position that arms control is a global issue. Despite Israel also opposing the resolution, India firmly dismissed any suggestion of diplomatic coordination, emphasizing its decision was based on national considerations.

In Trump's presence, Xi says US, China must ensure human control of AI

In Trump's presence, Xi says US, China must ensure human control of AI

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping began his second state visit to the US, meeting President Donald Trump at the White House. Both leaders expressed a desire for a better future for their nations, with Xi emphasising cooperation over confrontation and the avoidance of the "Thucydides Trap." Discussions also touched upon artificial intelligence governance and the extension of a trade truce. The visit was notably marked by a media boycott of White House coverage due to a dispute over press access.

Eisenkot, Lieberman to discuss Israel govt formation today

Eisenkot, Lieberman to discuss Israel govt formation today

Rediff.com1 days ago

Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot and Yisrael Beiteinu leader Avigdor Lieberman are scheduled to meet to discuss parliamentary leadership, as Eisenkot holds the mandate to form Israel's next government amidst ongoing political negotiations and challenges.