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AIFF fined US$18,000 by AFC

AIFF fined US$18,000 by AFC

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

The AFC said the unsuspended portion of the fine - US$750 -- shall be settled within 90 days from the date of the communication of the decision.

Kolkata Metro creates history, runs rake under river for first time in India

Kolkata Metro creates history, runs rake under river for first time in India

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

The metro rake which had only officials and engineers on board ran under the Hooghly from Kolkata to Howrah on the other side of the river.

China names bridges, villages after slain Galwan soldiers

China names bridges, villages after slain Galwan soldiers

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

The naming of the places in memory of the soldiers comes days after Chinese military commander Qi Fabao, who was injured in the Galwan Valley clash with Indian troops in June, 2020, attended the ruling Communist Party of China's (CPC) Congress as a delegate.

China, India should be partners rather than rivals: Chinese FM

China, India should be partners rather than rivals: Chinese FM

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

'China and India have encountered some setbacks in recent years which do not serve the fundamental interests of the two countries and the two peoples'

In waterlogged Bengaluru, techies ride tractors to office

In waterlogged Bengaluru, techies ride tractors to office

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

It is altogether a new experience for the IT professionals in the city taking tractor rides.

Xi to visit Russia for talks with Putin from March 20-22

Xi to visit Russia for talks with Putin from March 20-22

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Speculation is rife that Xi is likely to make an attempt to initiate peace talks between Russia and Ukraine to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

LeBron James Makes NBA History

LeBron James Makes NBA History

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

History was made at the Los Angeles Lakers-Oklahoma City Thunder game at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, February 7, 2023

India, Pak enhancing nuclear capacity, expanding arsenal: Think tank

India, Pak enhancing nuclear capacity, expanding arsenal: Think tank

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

'China is in the middle of a substantial expansion of its nuclear weapon arsenal, which satellite images indicate includes the construction of over 300 new missile silos,' SIPRI's statement noted.

Army rolls out ultra-light M-777 howitzers along China border in Arunachal

Army rolls out ultra-light M-777 howitzers along China border in Arunachal

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

The Indian Army has deployed a significant number of easily transportable M-777 ultra-light howitzers in mountainous regions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh, military officials said on Thursday.

Why Statehood Needs To Be Restored In J&K

Why Statehood Needs To Be Restored In J&K

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

The best, wisest, and fairest next step in strengthening our own cause is to restore statehood to Jammu & Kashmir and allow the resumption of robust political activity. That's a box that remains unchecked on the Modi government's report card as we approach the fourth anniversary of Kashmir's Constitutional shift, notes Shekhar Gupta.

India, China hold 12th round of military talks at Moldo

India, China hold 12th round of military talks at Moldo

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

India and China have already disengaged from the banks of Pangong lake after extensive talks and the Gogra Heights and Hot Springs areas are left to be resolved as these friction points were created post-Chinese aggression last year.

16th round of India-China military talks likely on July 17

16th round of India-China military talks likely on July 17

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

India and China are likely to hold the 16th round of high-level military talks on July 17 to resolve the issues in remaining friction points along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, people familiar with the development said on Wednesday.

Kriti's EXOTIC WEEKEND!

Kriti's EXOTIC WEEKEND!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

The Pagalpanti actress dashed away to Udaipur to make some beautiful pictures that she later shared on social media.

Indians see China, not Pak as their greatest threat: US Congressman

Indians see China, not Pak as their greatest threat: US Congressman

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

"China creeps towards hegemony in Asia, threatens India's borders, and treats other countries as junior partners, Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna said.

LAC standoff: China says 4-point 'consensus' reached with India

LAC standoff: China says 4-point 'consensus' reached with India

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

India and China failed to make any breakthrough, but agreed to maintain dialogue to arrive at a mutually acceptable resolution at the earliest.

What's Van Gogh Doing in Hollywood?

What's Van Gogh Doing in Hollywood?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

A 92-foot-tall hot air balloon in the likeness of the legendary painter Vincent Van Gogh was launched at Lake Hollywood Park on December 20, 2021 in Los Angeles.

When Rahul Rode A Bike

When Rahul Rode A Bike

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

What some of our leaders were up to on the weekend.

'Many people thought I'd never clear the exam'

'Many people thought I'd never clear the exam'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

'When I saw my name in the list, it was unbelievable.'

Some Chinese defence infra near Indian border is 'alarming': US

Some Chinese defence infra near Indian border is 'alarming': US

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

The destabilising and corrosive behaviour of the Chinese Community Party in the Indo-Pacific region is simply not helpful and some of the defence infrastructure that is being set up by China near its border with India is alarming, US Army's Pacific Commanding General Charles A Flynn said on Wednesday.

China building bridge on Pangong in illegally occupied area: LS told

China building bridge on Pangong in illegally occupied area: LS told

Rediff.com5 Feb 2022

He said that the government of India has never accepted this illegal occupation.

Glimpses Of Chhath Puja

Glimpses Of Chhath Puja

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

After two years of restrictions due to COVID-19, devotional fervour gushed forth across Bihar and parts of India where Biharis are in present on Sunday when salutations were offered to the setting sun on the auspicious occasion of Chhath.

US Intel fears India-Pak clash amid strained ties with China

US Intel fears India-Pak clash amid strained ties with China

Rediff.com11 May 2022

In its annual threat assessment presented before the Senate Armed Services Committee during a Congressional hearing on Tuesday, the US intelligence community said the expanded military posture by both India and China along the disputed border elevates the risk of armed confrontation between the two nuclear powers that might involve direct threats to US persons and interests and calls for America's intervention.

NFL legend Tom Brady and Gisele announce divorce

NFL legend Tom Brady and Gisele announce divorce

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen finalise divorce to end 13-year marriage

What's Special About Ladakh. Spiti. Kolkata. Varanasi?

What's Special About Ladakh. Spiti. Kolkata. Varanasi?

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Indians are becoming much more spendy and discerning travellers and look for places that can offer them a 'new' kind of experience.

India, China to hold next round of military talks soon, says MEA

India, China to hold next round of military talks soon, says MEA

Rediff.com31 May 2022

India and China on Tuesday agreed to hold the next round of the Senior Commanders meeting at an early date to achieve complete disengagement from all friction points in eastern Ladakh to create conditions for the restoration of normalcy in bilateral ties.

'We cannot allow China to swallow our territory'

'We cannot allow China to swallow our territory'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'We have to be prepared on the borders to withstand Chinese expansionist designs.'

Jaishankar, Qin Gang discuss means to resolve border row in Goa meet

Jaishankar, Qin Gang discuss means to resolve border row in Goa meet

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The talks took place in a beach resort in Benaulim on the sidelines of a meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

India, China complete disengagement in Pangong area; to hold talks on Saturday

India, China complete disengagement in Pangong area; to hold talks on Saturday

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Sources indicated that during Saturday's talks, India will insist on a faster disengagement process in remaining areas to bring down tension in the region, which has witnessed a tense standoff between the two militaries for over nine months.

India Celebrates Diwali

India Celebrates Diwali

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Indian Army soldiers posted along the Line of Control in Akhnoor light candles on Dhanteras.

After Ram Navami violence, Hanuman Jayanti passes off peacefully in Bengal

After Ram Navami violence, Hanuman Jayanti passes off peacefully in Bengal

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

While the saffron camp questioned the administrative capabilities of the Mamata Banerjee-led state government, the Trinamool Congress claimed that BJP leaders "behaved like good boys" this time.

Adani Stocks: What Price Rigging?

Adani Stocks: What Price Rigging?

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The Adani stock price saga will pass into public memory as one of those matters that simply escaped being nailed down, perhaps because too many vested interests were involved, notes Debashis Basu.

India asks China to avoid Ladakh airspace violations

India asks China to avoid Ladakh airspace violations

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

India and China held a special round of military talks on Tuesday at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point in Eastern Ladakh to discuss air space violations and provocations by the Chinese side in that area in the last 45 days.

Yami's Lost In Chicago And Lovin' It

Yami's Lost In Chicago And Lovin' It

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Where were Bollywood stars travelling last weekend?

Is Tourism Destroying Goa?

Is Tourism Destroying Goa?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Poor governance and mediocre short-sighted politics are destroying the paradise that Goa was as its environment, water table, culture and way of life is drastically threatened by tourism and migration, points out Ramesh Menon.

16th round of India-China military talks last for 12.5 hours

16th round of India-China military talks last for 12.5 hours

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

There was no official word on the outcome of the talks.

Army chief reviews security preparedness along LAC in Himachal, U'khand

Army chief reviews security preparedness along LAC in Himachal, U'khand

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

This is Gen Pande's first visit to the sector after taking over as the chief of the Indian Army on April 30.

Ladakh disengagement underway as decided: Army chief

Ladakh disengagement underway as decided: Army chief

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande conducts a comprehensive review of the overall security situation in eastern Ladakh.

India, China hold 13-hour disengagement talks

India, China hold 13-hour disengagement talks

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

The two countries have been engaged in a military standoff for almost a year but disengaged from the most contentious Pangong lake area last month after extensive talks at both military and political levels.

Situation at Sino-India border 'generally stable': China

Situation at Sino-India border 'generally stable': China

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

On Monday China said it has "effectively managed and controlled" frictions in certain border areas.

Will 2023 Be A Repeat Of 2015?

Will 2023 Be A Repeat Of 2015?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

States have been told to prepare in advance to counter any impact of an adverse southwest monsoon.