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They Fought To The Last Man For India

They Fought To The Last Man For India

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

On November 18, 1962, 114 soldiers of the 13th Kumaon fought till the last man, and last bullet, in sub-zero temperatures, to beat back the huge Chinese army. We salute the Heroes of Rezang La.

Hemis Festival in 18 stunning photographs

Hemis Festival in 18 stunning photographs

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

Rediff.com's Reuben NV witnessed the colourful Hemis Festival in the eponymous town of Ladakh.

Art 370 fueled separatism in J-K, Modi govt ended terrorism: Amit Shah

Art 370 fueled separatism in J-K, Modi govt ended terrorism: Amit Shah

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted that the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019 was crucial in ending terrorism in Kashmir. He stated that the provision fostered separatism among Kashmiri youth and impeded the region's full integration into India. Shah also highlighted the development initiatives undertaken in Jammu and Kashmir post-Article 370, including a reduction in terrorism, successful local body elections, and an increase in tourism and film production. He emphasized the significance of writing India's history with facts and evidence, countering narratives that had obscured the country's rich heritage.

10 UNUSUAL holiday destinations in India

10 UNUSUAL holiday destinations in India

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Forget Munnar and Manali, these places in India are worth your time.

Man spends $500K on 1970 Rolls to make it fastest

Man spends $500K on 1970 Rolls to make it fastest

Rediff.com4 Feb 2010

An American man has spent $500,000 to equip a 1970 Rolls Royce Shadow with turbo-charged Chrysler Hemi engine, making it the fastest Rolls Royce.

Why you should travel to Leh at least once

Why you should travel to Leh at least once

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Rediff reader CK Varma shared these photographs.

The most expensive cars of 2006

The most expensive cars of 2006

Rediff.com21 Dec 2006

From vintage Ferraris to 1970s muscle cars, in 2006 the rarest classic autos commanded an average of $3.9 million.

ASK ANU: 'Relationship is damaging my inner peace'

ASK ANU: 'Relationship is damaging my inner peace'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

In her weekly column, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Jeep Grand Cherokee launched in India from Rs 93.64 lakh

Jeep Grand Cherokee launched in India from Rs 93.64 lakh

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Jeep India's portfolio includes three models

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

Top Naga militant SS Khaplang dies in Myanmar

Top Naga militant SS Khaplang dies in Myanmar

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Khaplang died following a cardiac arrest.

NSCN-K's aged chief recuperating in Myanmar's biggest city

NSCN-K's aged chief recuperating in Myanmar's biggest city

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-K leader S S Khaplang, whose outfit carried out the June 4 attack on the Army in Manipur, is believed to be ill and convalescing in a Yangon hospital.

Monastries, Rancho school and a tragic loss

Monastries, Rancho school and a tragic loss

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

'There is a point near the hill where you kill the engine and park your vehicle in neutral.' 'The vehicle automatically slides a few inches, which the locals believe is due to the magnetic power of the hill.'

Welcome to the jungle! 5 safaris to beat the summer heat

Welcome to the jungle! 5 safaris to beat the summer heat

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

A forest safari is the best way to observe animals in their natural habitat.

Has tourism changed Ladakh for good?

Has tourism changed Ladakh for good?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

A decade has seen many welcome changes in this hill district of Jammu and Kashmir, says Anjuli Bhargava.

FAQ: What is NSCN-K? Who is SS Khaplang?

FAQ: What is NSCN-K? Who is SS Khaplang?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Rediff.com gives you a lowdown on the NSCN-K.

After Khaplang's death, Centre talks of peace deal, rehabilitation

After Khaplang's death, Centre talks of peace deal, rehabilitation

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

Rijiju said the central government will rehabilitate all Indian citizens in the Naga group if they abjure violence.

14 stunning cars to be launched in 2016

14 stunning cars to be launched in 2016

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Auto manufacturers are busy filling up their portfolio with cars catering to each and every possible segment

Have you gone on these 7 wildlife safaris?

Have you gone on these 7 wildlife safaris?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

Conde Nast Traveller sorted through the wish lists of wildlife enthusiasts from around the world to collate this definitive guide. How many will you cross off?