News for '-parachute'

Dhoni can't wear gloves with dagger logo at WC: ICC

Dhoni can't wear gloves with dagger logo at WC: ICC

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The rule-book allows for only one sponsor's logo on the wicket-keeping gloves. In Dhoni's case, he already sports an SG logo on his gloves. Dhoni is an Honorary Lieutenant Colonel in the Parachute Regiment of the Territorial Army and dagger is part of their emblem.

IAF trainer aircraft crashes near Hyderabad, pilot safe

IAF trainer aircraft crashes near Hyderabad, pilot safe

Rediff.com28 Sep 2017

The pilot of the aircraft is safe; a Court of Inquiry will ascertain the cause of the crash.

Why I want to be flown by Captain Mateti

Why I want to be flown by Captain Mateti

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

'There are many among us who will feel content and proud if occasion rises for us to hear his name on a flight announcement,' says Nikita Puri.

Ad age: Some catchy jingles from recent times

Ad age: Some catchy jingles from recent times

Rediff.com17 Jun 2011

In the second part, we showcase some new jingles that ride on the 'original music and lyrics' format. We also believe these new age commercials have managed to entertain us just the old ones.

Google buyout: Motorola Mobility CEO to get $66 mn

Google buyout: Motorola Mobility CEO to get $66 mn

Rediff.com15 Sep 2011

This was disclosed in a filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission, in which Motorola outlined the compensation that Jha stands to gain.

Was anti-Maoist operation botched up?

Was anti-Maoist operation botched up?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

'Counter-insurgency operations cannot be conducted by following inflexible SOPs.' 'It is unwise to enter jungles with a large body of troops without precise intelligence,' asserts counter-insurgency expert Brigadier Narender Kumar (retd).

Dhoni@39: 14 things you didn't know

Dhoni@39: 14 things you didn't know

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

From TC to Cricket Legend, what an incredible journey Mahi has had!

REVEALED: Moments after IAF's pilot Abhinandan was captured

REVEALED: Moments after IAF's pilot Abhinandan was captured

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

A village head says that after the IAF pilot landed on Pakistani soil he attempted to destroy documents in his possession.

Mallya's 'sweetheart deal' faces Sebi scrutiny

Mallya's 'sweetheart deal' faces Sebi scrutiny

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

Such an exit arrangement is commonly known in the business parlance as 'golden parachute' or 'sweetheart deal'

VOTE: Should Dhoni be allowed to keep Balidaan Badge on his gloves?

VOTE: Should Dhoni be allowed to keep Balidaan Badge on his gloves?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

Controversy erupted at the World Cup after the International Cricket Council asked former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni to remove the dagger insignia from his wicket-keeping gloves.

We are moving beyond Dhoni, says chief selector Prasad

We are moving beyond Dhoni, says chief selector Prasad

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

Chairman of selectors MSK Prasad made it amply clear that Rishabh Pant is the first choice wicketkeeper for India in the limited overs format.

Why Abhinandan's homecoming was delayed

Why Abhinandan's homecoming was delayed

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

'Recording of his video message caused delay in his handing over'

Lt Gen Bhardwaj is new Army vice chief

Lt Gen Bhardwaj is new Army vice chief

Rediff.com1 Oct 2009

Lieutenant General P C Bhardwaj, a special operations expert, on Thursday took over as Vice Chief of the Army. Lt Gen Bhardwaj, who was commissioned to the First Battalion Parachute Regiment in June 1970, was hitherto the Udhampur-based Army Northern Command General Officer Commanding-in-Chief.

'Dhoni's gesture an act of patriotism & not nationalism'

'Dhoni's gesture an act of patriotism & not nationalism'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The sports fraternity came out in support of Mahendra Singh Dhoni for wearing the dagger insignia on his wicketkeeping gloves during India's World Cup game against South Africa.

MIG-27 crash in West Bengal, pilot ejects out

MIG-27 crash in West Bengal, pilot ejects out

Rediff.com24 Jul 2010

An IAF spokesperson said in New Delhi that the MiG-27 took off from the Hashimara Air Base for a routine sortie and crashed within minutes of take-off.

At 13, she has achieved the unthinkable!

At 13, she has achieved the unthinkable!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

This is Isabella Rose Taylor. She is 13. And she's just showed at New York Fashion Week.

The Forgotten Hero of the Indian Air Force

The Forgotten Hero of the Indian Air Force

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Did Vinod Sehgal die in Tsangdgar or was he taken PoW to Tibet or China? Why has the IAF kept so quiet for all these years, asks Claude Arpi.

Shakti-2016: Indo, French forces take on terrorists in Bikaner

Shakti-2016: Indo, French forces take on terrorists in Bikaner

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

Rediff.com takes a look at the joint operation Shakti that focused on physical fitness, tactical drills, techniques and procedure.

Stokes dismissed for two in Canterbury debut

Stokes dismissed for two in Canterbury debut

Rediff.com3 Dec 2017

The 26-year-old New Zealand-born Stokes was omitted from the England touring party to Australia for the Ashes and remains suspended pending the outcome of a police investigation into an incident outside a Bristol nightclub in September.

Remembering Kargil: 'Bombs on Target!'

Remembering Kargil: 'Bombs on Target!'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

One can only imagine how it is at the receiving end of the bomb. The sound is deafening, splinters and rocks fly like missiles and the blast sucks in the air around asphyxiating everyone. The shock waves can be felt for miles around.

Bumrah rested for WI ODIs, T20Is; Dhawan back, Dhoni 'unavailable'

Bumrah rested for WI ODIs, T20Is; Dhawan back, Dhoni 'unavailable'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

Pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for the three-match T20Is and ODIs against West Indies but has been included in the Test squad, while veteran wicketkeeper Mahendra Singh Dhoni is 'unavailable' for the entire tour.

Sukhoi fighter jet crashes near Pune, both pilots safe

Sukhoi fighter jet crashes near Pune, both pilots safe

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

A Sukhoi fighter plane used for the training purpose crashed at Kolwadi near Pune in the Tuesday evening.

Attacks probe: The need for secrecy

Attacks probe: The need for secrecy

Rediff.com28 Dec 2008

'What was the need for the investigating officers to tell the journalists about the place where the surviving Lashkar terrorist was being detained and where he is going to be transferred next? Don't they realise that such information would be useful to the Lashkar and the ISI if they want to mount an operation to rescue or eliminate him? What was the need for the journalists to find out such sensitive details and disseminate them in the media?'

Werder enjoy UEFA Cup stroll

Werder enjoy UEFA Cup stroll

Rediff.com14 Feb 2008

Werder Bremen goalkeeper Tim Wiese saved two first-half penalties as the Bundesliga side began their UEFA Cup campaign with a 3-0 win over Braga.

Drones will deliver critical drugs at your doorstep

Drones will deliver critical drugs at your doorstep

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

Maharashtra govt, California-based Zipline to launch the automated delivery service funded by Serum Institute.

Nishant UAV successfully tested

Nishant UAV successfully tested

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

Nishant is one of the few UAVs in the world in its weight-class capable of being catapult launched and recovered by using parachute, thus eliminating the need for a runway as in case of conventional take-off and landing with wheels, a DRDO release said in Bangalore on Friday.

Total Dhamaal Review: Anil-Madhuri deserved a better film!

Total Dhamaal Review: Anil-Madhuri deserved a better film!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

Total Dhamaal would be unwatchable without Madhuri's spunk and bossy swag playing off Anil Kapoor's bellyaching, bugged half's protests, says Sukanya Verma.

What Mamata can learn from this actor

What Mamata can learn from this actor

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

'The power of love is the greatest power in the world.' 'Add a smile and you can conquer the world,' Bengali actor June Maliah, the Trinamool Congress's candidate for the Medinipur constituency, tells Swarupa Dutt/Rediff.com.

Diwali with 'Rabri rockets' & 'Nitish flowerpots'

Diwali with 'Rabri rockets' & 'Nitish flowerpots'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2006

Apart from these popular cracker brands, sparkles named after Congress president Sonia Gandhi and bombs named after Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat were also found to be doing good business in the state.

Dhoni says he wanted to join the Indian Army

Dhoni says he wanted to join the Indian Army

Rediff.com2 Oct 2013

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said he always aspired to be a soldier but destiny intervened to make him a cricketer.

AAP alleges Gambhir has two voter IDs, files complaint

AAP alleges Gambhir has two voter IDs, files complaint

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

BJP Delhi president Manoj Tiwari said the 'AAP is loosing elections' that is why it is raising such issues.

Bhojpuri starlet Swati tells all

Bhojpuri starlet Swati tells all

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

Swati Verma parachuted into stardom soon after her maiden Bhojpuri film Sasurari Zindabad hit the marquee. Here she talks about her tryst with fame and why family support is important.

How to get fired like a man

How to get fired like a man

Rediff.com14 Sep 2006

Deepika, Ranbir rake in big money

Deepika, Ranbir rake in big money

Rediff.com31 Dec 2007

The actors lead the newcomers pack in endorsement moolah.

Crashlanding: Astronauts set for 27,358 kmph descent

Crashlanding: Astronauts set for 27,358 kmph descent

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

After 186 days in space on the International Space Station, it is time for European Space Agency astronaut Tim Peake, American Tim Copra and Russian Yuri Malenchenko to return to Earth. But their return is fraught with danger.

A life in photos: George H W Bush

A life in photos: George H W Bush

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

With a rich political and personal legacy, George Herbert Walker Bush left no shortage of memorable photos from his time both in and out of office. Bush died at the age of 94. The 41st US president, congressman, Central Intelligence Agency director and oil tycoon was also father to the 43rd president -- George W Bush. The younger Bush in a statement remembered his father as "a man of the highest character and the best dad a son or daughter could ask for." Delving into archives here are the US former president's most memorable days.

Kalam's Guards! Ceremonial change

Kalam's Guards! Ceremonial change

Rediff.com1 Jul 2006

Change of Ceremonial Guards at Rahstrapati Bhavan

India, Russia perform joint air exercises

India, Russia perform joint air exercises

Rediff.com14 Oct 2005

Soon there will also be joint land exercises between the two countries in Suratgarh in Rajasthan.

39 facts you must know about Dhoni

39 facts you must know about Dhoni

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

There are many interesting facts and stats about Dhoni's fabulous career.