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'Israel Has Been Targeting Journalists'

'Israel Has Been Targeting Journalists'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'The world does not know that the families of these journalists were threatened and one by one they too have been killed.'

Carnac Bridge renamed 'Sindoor Bridge' to honour military op: Fadnavis

Carnac Bridge renamed 'Sindoor Bridge' to honour military op: Fadnavis

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The reconstructed Carnac Road Over Bridge in Mumbai has been renamed 'Sindoor Bridge' as a tribute to the Indian military's 'Operation Sindoor'. The bridge, rebuilt after being declared unsafe, aims to ease traffic congestion in south Mumbai.

HC acquits all 12 accused in 2006 Mumbai blasts case

HC acquits all 12 accused in 2006 Mumbai blasts case

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The Bombay High Court acquitted all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case, citing a failure by the prosecution to prove their guilt and raising serious concerns about the investigation and evidence presented.

'I'm Dying, But Don't Let Our Territory Fall To Enemy'

'I'm Dying, But Don't Let Our Territory Fall To Enemy'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The Pakistanis were so fearful of Brigadier Mohammad Usman, the 'Lion of Naushera', that they announced a Rs 50,000 bounty on his head.

Muslim law board to challenge Waqf 'black law' in court

Muslim law board to challenge Waqf 'black law' in court

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced its intention to challenge the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in court, labeling it a "black law" that threatens the community's rights. The AIMPLB, a major organization representing Muslims in India, asserts that the Bill, if passed, would lead to the seizure of Muslim properties and undermine the autonomy of Waqf Boards. The organization plans to launch nationwide protests against the Bill, echoing the farmers' agitation, and has urged all citizens to resist the legislation. The Bill has been met with criticism from various quarters, including opposition parties, who claim that the Centre is rushing it through Parliament without adequately addressing concerns raised by the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC).

Scandal rocks PCB! Agent representing 20 Pakistani players banned

Scandal rocks PCB! Agent representing 20 Pakistani players banned

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to investigate a case involving a UK-based Pakistani agent, Mughiz Ahmad Shearachiikh, who has been suspended by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for breaching its anti-corruption code. Shearachiikh and his company, International Cricketers Association (ICA), had signed several centrally contracted Pakistani players last year.

Adityanath slams celebrating Salar Masood over Suheldev

Adityanath slams celebrating Salar Masood over Suheldev

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

"I had said on the soil of Bahraich that glorification of foreign invaders should be stopped and that the national heroes must be honoured. And 1,000 years ago, such a tale of courage and bravery was written by Maharaja Suheldev on this very soil of Bahraich," Adityanath said.

Pakistan retain Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen for Bangladesh Tests

Pakistan retain Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen for Bangladesh Tests

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Pakistan have dropped plans to conduct "major surgery" on the national team as it included senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Shah Afridi in the Test squad for the two-match series against Bangladesh.

Dubai offers India Inc a low-tariff launchpad into EMs

Dubai offers India Inc a low-tariff launchpad into EMs

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Dubai is positioning itself as a springboard for Indian companies looking to tap into fast-growing emerging markets, including Africa, banking on low tariffs, long-standing trade relations, and a shared vision for regional economic growth, said Mohammad Ali Rashid Lootah, president and chief executive officer, Dubai Chambers, at the Dubai-India Business Forum in Mumbai.

Seifert, Allen fire New Zealand to victory in 2nd T20

Seifert, Allen fire New Zealand to victory in 2nd T20

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Tim Seifert top-scored with a quickfire 45 from 22 balls and Finn Allen slammed 38 from 16 to guide New Zealand to a comfortable five-wicket victory over Pakistan in the rain-hit second T20I.

NZ whip Pakistan in first ODI after Chapman, Mitchell tons

NZ whip Pakistan in first ODI after Chapman, Mitchell tons

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Mark Chapman scored 132 and Daryl Mitchell 76 in a 199-run partnership as New Zealand amassed 344 for 9 and went on to beat Pakistan by 73 runs in the first One-Day International at Napier on Saturday.

PCB Central Contract changes: Afridi demoted, seniors excluded

PCB Central Contract changes: Afridi demoted, seniors excluded

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday demoted premier pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi to Category B from Category A, and did not offer central contracts to senior players Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed and Osama Mir for the 2024-25 season.

Pakistan drop Babar, Shaheen, Naseem against England

Pakistan drop Babar, Shaheen, Naseem against England

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Babar Azam was dropped on Sunday, while the pace duo Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah opted to withdraw from the remaining two Tests against England.

Gill, Much Sought After In Dubai

Gill, Much Sought After In Dubai

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

'Wait for six months, and you'll see Gill's jersey become the most sought after one.

Ram Navami celebrated across country amid tight security in many states

Ram Navami celebrated across country amid tight security in many states

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Temples across Uttar Pradesh were packed with devotees on Sunday for Ram Navami, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath leading prayers at the Gorakhnath Temple. Heavy crowds were witnessed at temples in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi, where security was heightened. In Gorakhpur, Adityanath performed the traditional kanya pujan ritual, while in Varanasi, a 51-foot statue of Lord Ram has become a major attraction. The festival was celebrated with enthusiastic fervor across the state.

Mushfiqur leads B'desh to massive total vs Pakistan

Mushfiqur leads B'desh to massive total vs Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Mushfiqur made 191 and forged a 196-run stand with Mehidy Hasan Miraz (77) for the seventh wicket as Bangladesh posted their highest total against Pakistan

Mumbai serial blasts convict killed as inmates attack him in jail

Mumbai serial blasts convict killed as inmates attack him in jail

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Prima facie, an argument with other inmates over taking a bath in the bathroom area of the jail resulted in the attack on 59-year-old Munna alias Mohammad Ali Khan alias Manoj Kumar Bhawarlal Gupta.

Bangladesh sniff series win in Rawalpindi

Bangladesh sniff series win in Rawalpindi

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Chasing 185 for victory, Bangaldesh were well-placed on 42 for no loss in seven overs before rain forced the players off the field in the post-tea session.

Five-star Miraz helps Bangladesh restrict Pakistan to 274

Five-star Miraz helps Bangladesh restrict Pakistan to 274

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed five wickets as Bangladesh bowled out Pakistan for 274 on the second day of their rain-hit second Test at Rawalpindi

'Guns Never Bring Peace'

'Guns Never Bring Peace'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'They only bring pieces. Dialogue is the only way forward.' 'We should get people who have influence to bring the community leaders to sit across the table and talk.' 'Otherwise, our adversaries across the borders will add fuel to the fire. Let's not give them a chance.'

Iran Prez dies in helicopter crash; Mohammad Mokhber to takeover

Iran Prez dies in helicopter crash; Mohammad Mokhber to takeover

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Nine people were on the helicopter that crashed in northwest Iran on Sunday, including three officials, an imam, and flight and security team members, as reported by Tasnim news.

Shaheen Afridi dropped for Pakistan's must-win Test

Shaheen Afridi dropped for Pakistan's must-win Test

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Head coach Jason Gillispie said Shaheen Afridi understands the "situation" and the break will give him quality time with his family.

When Muslim League Wanted Rampur For Pakistan

When Muslim League Wanted Rampur For Pakistan

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'If you can have Rampur flown magically to Pakistan's borders, I might ask the nawab to accede to Pakistan. Else, I'm afraid we have no choice in the matter but to join India.'

Mushfiqur, Litton stand firm against Pakistani pacers

Mushfiqur, Litton stand firm against Pakistani pacers

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Opener Shadman Islam missed out on a century in his comeback test match as Bangladesh blunted pace-heavy Pakistan's attack and reached 316-5 at stumps on the third day of the first test on Friday.

Rescue teams launch search for Iranian president's helicopter

Rescue teams launch search for Iranian president's helicopter

Rediff.com19 May 2024

The details of the incident remain unknown as of now, however, initial reports suggest that the accident involved the president's helicopter and foggy weather.

Bangladeshis spend sleepless night amid fears of robbery

Bangladeshis spend sleepless night amid fears of robbery

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

The chaos and fear created by the deadly protests remained. Gangs of criminals have been looting and robbing homes in the absence of law enforcers over the last two days.

Complaint against Sheikh Hasina for genocide during students' stir

Complaint against Sheikh Hasina for genocide during students' stir

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Stating that an investigation team will work under the full supervision of the United Nations to ensure complete transparency and impartiality, he said, "None of the outgoing government involved in the murder will be exempted."

Amid Bharat row, Tharoor has new name for Oppn alliance

Amid Bharat row, Tharoor has new name for Oppn alliance

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

'We could of course call ourselves the Alliance for Betterment, Harmony And Responsible Advancement for Tomorrow (BHARAT). Then perhaps the ruling party might stop this fatuous game of changing names'

Will Azam Khan's loyalists vote for his alternative in Rampur LS seat?

Will Azam Khan's loyalists vote for his alternative in Rampur LS seat?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Khan, who is currently lodged in Sitapur jail, has been replaced by Mohibullah Nadvi, a cleric of a mosque located on Delhi's Parliament Street.

Relief for Azam Khan as SC stays takeover of his Rampur varsity land

Relief for Azam Khan as SC stays takeover of his Rampur varsity land

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

A bench of Justices Ajay Rastogi and CT Ravikumar issued notice to the Uttar Pradesh government and others on the appeal filed against the Allahabad high court order.

UCC Can Wait, Personal Law Reforms Can't

UCC Can Wait, Personal Law Reforms Can't

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Crucial reforms in Muslim personal law, especially laws related to inheritance and adoption, need to be initiated forthwith; historically speaking, without the State's backing, hardly has any reform taken place or allowed to prevail, asserts Mohammad Sajjad.

12 Modi Myths Election Results Busted

12 Modi Myths Election Results Busted

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

'Besides Ayodhya, the BJP lost in nine other constituencies with a Ramayana imprint; it tasted success only in Thrissur.' 'In Rameswaram, K Navaskani of the Indian Union Muslim League won with a 44% voteshare in a 84% Hindu constituency.' 'In the 21 seats in the Ayodhya and Varanasi regions, both crucial to the Hindutva project, the BJP won just 7.' 'It won just 3 out of 12 seats around Modi's constituency,' points out Krishna Prasad.

Arjuna Awards For Nikhat, Lakshya, Seema, Eldhose...

Arjuna Awards For Nikhat, Lakshya, Seema, Eldhose...

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

On November 30, President Droupadi Murmu presented the Sports and Adventure Awards 2022 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Pak courts flooded with petitions challenging poll results

Pak courts flooded with petitions challenging poll results

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

The courts in Pakistan have been flooded with petitions as candidates, mostly backed by jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), challenged the results of Thursday's general elections, alleging rigging.

TT legend Anchata Kamal to get Khel Ratna

TT legend Anchata Kamal to get Khel Ratna

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

While Sharath is the lone Khel Ratna award recipient, a total of 25 athletes including shuttlers Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, woman boxer Nikhat Zareen, athletes Eldhose Paul, Avinash Sable have been nominated for the Arjuna Award this year.

The Vibrant Gujarat Quiz!

The Vibrant Gujarat Quiz!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

How much do you know about the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024?

Noida lift crash: 4 more workers die

Noida lift crash: 4 more workers die

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Four more workers, who were hospitalised after a service lift crashed at an under-construction society in Noida Extension, succumbed to their injuries on Saturday, pushing the death toll in the incident to eight, officials said.

My Father L K Advani

My Father L K Advani

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

'There is a song that fits my father. It is from the Dev Anand film Hum Dono, which goes Main zindagi ka saath nibhata chala gaya...'

Lashkar guide trained by Pak army arrested near LoC in J-K

Lashkar guide trained by Pak army arrested near LoC in J-K

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

The SSP said the investigation of the matter and questioning of the infiltrator will be conducted later.

Rahul says Muslim League 'completely secular', BJP lashes out

Rahul says Muslim League 'completely secular', BJP lashes out

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

On a tour to the US, Gandhi told reporters in Washington that the Muslim League is a completely secular party and there is nothing non-secular about it.