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Mani Shankar Aiyar: The Lonely Eternal Maverick

Mani Shankar Aiyar: The Lonely Eternal Maverick

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Very few know of his scintillating mind, the outpouring of fresh ideas, the attention to detail in every endeavour, the extraordinary administrative and organisational skills, and a limitless stamina and energy with which he pursues every interest and commitment, notes Ambassador Talmiz Ahmad.

Atiq son encounter: Umesh's kin thank CM, say justice done; Oppn seeks probe

Atiq son encounter: Umesh's kin thank CM, say justice done; Oppn seeks probe

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Umesh Pal's family thanked Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the police.

Major crackdown on Rohingyas, their supporters in Jammu; over 50 detained

Major crackdown on Rohingyas, their supporters in Jammu; over 50 detained

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

He said over 30 people were detained for questioning during searches in 30 Rohingya settlements in Jammu city.

Poonch deaths: Rajnath assures justice, asks Army to 'avoid mistakes'

Poonch deaths: Rajnath assures justice, asks Army to 'avoid mistakes'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday assured justice to the families of three civilians who were found dead last week after being allegedly picked up by the Army following an ambush on two of Army vehicles in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district.

NIA charges JeM chief for terror attack ahead of Modi's J-K visit

NIA charges JeM chief for terror attack ahead of Modi's J-K visit

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed's chief Masood Azhar Alvi along with five other Pakistani terrorists, two slain terrorists are among 12 people charge-sheeted in a case related to a terror attack in April ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's maiden visit to Jammu and Kashmir's after the abrogation of Article 370.

Afghanistan T20 World Cup Records

Afghanistan T20 World Cup Records

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Sri Lanka knocked out Afghanistan with a six-wicket victory at the Gabba.

183 criminals killed in encounters since March 2017: UP Police

183 criminals killed in encounters since March 2017: UP Police

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

The number of policemen injured in them was 1,443 and 13 were killed, the data showed.

Out of WC, England, Netherlands eye Champions Trophy qualification

Out of WC, England, Netherlands eye Champions Trophy qualification

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

To avoid the ignominy of missing the cut for the prestigious Champions Trophy, England must win their remaining two fixtures against the Netherlands and Pakistan.

Poonch ambush: Row over civilian deaths as search ops on

Poonch ambush: Row over civilian deaths as search ops on

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Saturday announced compensation and jobs to the kin of the three civilians who were found dead in Poonch district as a massive search operation was underway to track down terrorists behind the recent ambush on two Army vehicles that left five soldiers dead.

ICC World Cup: Plucky Afghanistan slay Pakistan by 8 wickets

ICC World Cup: Plucky Afghanistan slay Pakistan by 8 wickets

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Chennai on Monday.

Property of Pak-based terrorist sealed in Baramulla

Property of Pak-based terrorist sealed in Baramulla

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

The action follows the sealing of a Srinagar-based property of the founder and self-styled chief commander of the Al-Umar Mujahideen, Mushtaq Zargar alias 'Latram', on Thursday.

Asian Games Squash: India women down Pakistan; men's team cruise

Asian Games Squash: India women down Pakistan; men's team cruise

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

The Indian squash contingent began its Asian Games campaign with comfortable victories over Singapore and Pakistan.

2 groups linked to LeT, Jaish banned; IS recruiter among 4 declared terrorists

2 groups linked to LeT, Jaish banned; IS recruiter among 4 declared terrorists

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

Aijaz Ahmad, presently based in Afghanistan, is one of the chief recruiters of Islamic State Jammu and Kashmir.

Upbeat Netherlands eye another upset against Sri Lanka

Upbeat Netherlands eye another upset against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

The Netherlands will have a spring in their stride when they take on a struggling Sri Lanka on Saturday.

Several J-K leaders from GN Azad's party re-join Cong

Several J-K leaders from GN Azad's party re-join Cong

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

The Opposition party also attacked Azad, saying "Mr. GNA himself gives new evidence of his DNA mutation by saying 'those opposing Article 370 abrogation ignorant of the situation on the ground'."

Will Dutch players make a splash in IPL auction?

Will Dutch players make a splash in IPL auction?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

IPL contract will be next level for Netherlands players after WC show: Coach Ryan Cook

PIX: Andrade wins vault gold; Biles second despite fall at Worlds

PIX: Andrade wins vault gold; Biles second despite fall at Worlds

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Brazilian Rebeca Andrade won gold in the women's vault at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Antwerp on Saturday after a fall by Simone Biles denied the American another win.

Ahmednagar to be renamed after Ahilyadevi Holkar, announces Maha CM

Ahmednagar to be renamed after Ahilyadevi Holkar, announces Maha CM

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Earlier, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said at the function that he would request CM Shinde to rename Ahmednagar city as Ahilyanagar'.

Afghanistan's last stand to secure semis berth vs SA

Afghanistan's last stand to secure semis berth vs SA

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

South Africa will look to fix their chasing troubles before the semifinals while Afghanistan will back themselves to beat another top team

Sublime Gill, Impressive Noor

Sublime Gill, Impressive Noor

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

For a batter with such exquisite touch, it doesn't seem fit to expect Gill to do well in a slam-bang format like the IPL.

Afghanistan pick uncapped fast bowler Safi for T20 WC

Afghanistan pick uncapped fast bowler Safi for T20 WC

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Saleem, 20, has yet to represent the national team in any format while Rasooli has shown strong form in the Shpageeza Cricket League, Afghanistan's domestic T20 tournament, after recovering from a finger injury.

Punjab farmers defy farm fire prevention team, force officer to burn stubble

Punjab farmers defy farm fire prevention team, force officer to burn stubble

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

A purported video of the entire incident also surfaced on social media. Police have lodged an FIR in the matter after an order by Mann on Saturday. The chief minister termed the incident as an "inhuman crime" against the people of the state.

Pakistan Hockey fires entire coaching team before Asian Games

Pakistan Hockey fires entire coaching team before Asian Games

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

PHF sacks entire coaching staff of Pakistan men's team ahead of Asian Games

ISSF WC: India's Darshna third in qualification

ISSF WC: India's Darshna third in qualification

Rediff.com22 May 2023

In men's skeet, all shooters were unable to complete three rounds and Mairaj Ahmad Khan was one of them. He was lying 12th among contenders while still having 19 shots of his third round left.

So near, yet so far: Tunnel rescue put on hold again

So near, yet so far: Tunnel rescue put on hold again

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Boring through the rubble of the collapsed Silkyara tunnel was put on hold again on Thursday apparently after cracks appeared in the platform on which the drilling machine rests, in a fresh hurdle to the rescue of 41 workers trapped inside for 11 days.

Can Netherlands check New Zealand's blazing start?

Can Netherlands check New Zealand's blazing start?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Having already played their opening encounters in the ongoing cricket World Cup, it is time for New Zealand and the Netherlands to venture deep into the tournament as they face each other in Hyderabad on Monday.

Pakistan batters face Afghan spin test at Chepauk

Pakistan batters face Afghan spin test at Chepauk

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

A desperate Pakistan will be wary of a competent group of Afghanistan spinners' ability to strike hard on an often-gripping Chepauk pitch when the teams meet in the World Cup match in Chennai on Monday

SC to hear plea on probe into Atiq killing on April 24

SC to hear plea on probe into Atiq killing on April 24

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

The plea sought the setting up of an independent expert committee to probe the killing of Atiq and Ashraf.

Asian Games: Chopra-led India set to showcase its sporting prowess

Asian Games: Chopra-led India set to showcase its sporting prowess

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Led by Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, India will seek to showcase its ascendency as a sporting power at the Asian Games, which opens formally on Saturday after an unprecedented one-year delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hizbul terrorist based in Pak given 30 days to appear in J-K court

Hizbul terrorist based in Pak given 30 days to appear in J-K court

Rediff.com7 May 2023

The terrorist who was identified as Mohammad Hussain Khateeb is a resident of Bhaderwah in Doda.

Journey of Atiq killers: From petty crimes to big don's murder

Journey of Atiq killers: From petty crimes to big don's murder

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The names of at least two of them already figure in the records of police stations in the state.

Why President Murmu Hugged These Mothers

Why President Murmu Hugged These Mothers

Rediff.com10 May 2023

President Murmu set aside the protocol of her high office to hug mothers and wives as they mourned their loss and also acknowledged a grateful nation's eternal debt to their kin.

World Cup: Why Pakistan don't want to play in Chennai, Bengaluru

World Cup: Why Pakistan don't want to play in Chennai, Bengaluru

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Pakistan are wary of playing Afghanistan on a spin-friendly pitch in Chennai against the likes of Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad, who did well for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2023.

South Africa looking to take Netherlands in their stride!

South Africa looking to take Netherlands in their stride!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

From staying under the radar in the lead-up to the World Cup to becoming high-flyers, South Africa have started playing to potential and are firm favourites against the Dutch.

Struggling Bangladesh aim to revive campaign against Dutch

Struggling Bangladesh aim to revive campaign against Dutch

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

Fresh from posting 399 in their previous game, South Africa batting was on fire yet again at the cost of Bangladesh who endured a 149-run rout.

Stand-off between PCB and top players end: Babar 'extremely satisfied'

Stand-off between PCB and top players end: Babar 'extremely satisfied'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The central contracts stand-off between Pakistan Cricket Board and top national players ended on Wednesday.

Can NZ extend winning streak against Afghanistan?

Can NZ extend winning streak against Afghanistan?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

New Zealand face England-beaters Afghanistan aiming to keep their unbeaten run intact

UP Police forms SIT to probe killing of Atiq, brother

UP Police forms SIT to probe killing of Atiq, brother

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

In order to ensure qualitative investigation and time-bound action, a three-member team of supervisors has also been formed.

Rubaiya Sayeed appears in court for first time, IDs Yaseen Malik as abductor

Rubaiya Sayeed appears in court for first time, IDs Yaseen Malik as abductor

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Rubaiya Sayeed, former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed's daughter, appeared before a special Central Bureau of Investigation court on Friday in a case related to her 1989 abduction and identified JKLF chief Yasin Malik and three others as her abductors, officials said.

Prez Murmu confers 8 Kirti Chakras, 29 Shaurya Chakras to security personnel

Prez Murmu confers 8 Kirti Chakras, 29 Shaurya Chakras to security personnel

Rediff.com9 May 2023

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred eight Kirti Chakras, including five posthumously, to personnel of the Army and paramilitary and police forces for displaying indomitable courage and extraordinary valour in the line of duty.