News for 'Advanced History of India'

'Why can't I come back? I am Mary Kom'

'Why can't I come back? I am Mary Kom'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

'I had a complex, three-stage surgery, but I am not done yet'

Ukraine Crisis: India On A Safe Wicket

Ukraine Crisis: India On A Safe Wicket

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

American analysts and their camp followers in India are talking absolute rubbish when they try to establish that India is facing a Hobson's choice in regard of Donbass, called upon to take sides between Russia and the West, asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

At luncheon, Modi lauds Harris for strengthening Indo-US strategic ties

At luncheon, Modi lauds Harris for strengthening Indo-US strategic ties

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

India and the US are working with renewed trust in areas of new and emerging technologies, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday as he thanked the American leadership for giving him a grand welcome.

REWIND: T20 World Cups: How India Fared

REWIND: T20 World Cups: How India Fared

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

A look at India's performances in the past seven T20 World Cups.

CWG 2022: How India fared on Wednesday, August 3

CWG 2022: How India fared on Wednesday, August 3

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

A summary of Indian athletes' performance on Wednesday, Day 6 of the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

At joint US Congress session, Modi's veiled attack on China, Pak

At joint US Congress session, Modi's veiled attack on China, Pak

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Modi also made a veiled reference to China, saying the global order is based on the respect for the principles of the UN Charter, peaceful resolution of disputes, and respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.

PSLV-C56 successfully places 7 Singaporean satellites into orbit

PSLV-C56 successfully places 7 Singaporean satellites into orbit

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Around 23 minutes after lift-off, the primary satellite got separated and it was followed by six other co-passenger satellites, which were deployed into the intended orbits sequentially, ISRO said.

India joins 11 nations in another US-led China-centric group

India joins 11 nations in another US-led China-centric group

Rediff.com23 May 2022

India on Monday joined a US-led initiative to set up an Indo-Pacific Economic Framework to bind partner countries to achieve common goals, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that New Delhi will work with the stakeholders to make it an "inclusive and flexible" structure to pave the way for development, peace and prosperity in the region.

Why are electric two-wheelers in India catching fire?

Why are electric two-wheelers in India catching fire?

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Nearly a decade ago, the first fully electric vehicle (EV) caught fire on the road in the US. It was a model from Tesla, the world's most admired EV maker. A metal fragment punctured the underbelly of the vehicle, penetrating its battery pack, leading to a fire. Indian lawmakers and automakers have had nine years to study the incident (in fact, three Tesla Model Ss caught fire in two months in 2013) but seem to have learnt little.

'J&K pullout means Modi will advance Lok Sabha polls'

'J&K pullout means Modi will advance Lok Sabha polls'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

'The BJP is thinking of advancing the polls before the situation deteriorates further in Kashmir.'

'There is no absolute objective history'

'There is no absolute objective history'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2007

Historian Romila Thapar says you can't bring history into faith.

How many times have India won the Asia Cup?

How many times have India won the Asia Cup?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

India have won the Asia Cup on seven occasions, Sri Lanka on five occasions, with Pakistan winning it twice.

A handshake that made history

A handshake that made history

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

The Korean summit, laden with symbolism in everything from the choice of location to the mango mousse for dessert, could just be the first round in a continuing dialogue, says Dr Rajaram Panda.

India serves strong demarche on Turkey over J-K remark

India serves strong demarche on Turkey over J-K remark

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said India rejected the repeated attempts by Turkey to justify the cross-border terrorism "practised so blatantly" by Pakistan.

US closely monitoring situation along Sino-India border: Official

US closely monitoring situation along Sino-India border: Official

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

The United States is closely monitoring the situation along the India-China border, a senior official said on Tuesday and expressed concerns over Beijing's pattern of ongoing attempts to intimidate its neighbours.

New York City Marathon most technologically advanced: TCS

New York City Marathon most technologically advanced: TCS

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

TCS previously developed mobile apps for the last year's marathon, helping participants to track runners and to receive race results, information on the event, and tips for training.

Bengaluru FC seek history, face Iraqi side in AFC Cup final

Bengaluru FC seek history, face Iraqi side in AFC Cup final

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

History beckons trailblazers Bengaluru FC as they lock horns with Air Force Club of Iraq in the summit clash of AFC Cup in Doha on Saturday, aiming to become the first Indian football club to clinch a continental title. Bengaluru FC have already created history by becoming the first Indian club to qualify for the final of a continental tournament after they defeated defending champions Johor Darul Ta'zim in the semifinals on 4-2 aggregate last month. Before this, the farthest an Indian club had advanced in a continental tournament was the two AFC Cup semifinal appearances by Dempo in 2008 and East Bengal in 2013.

IAF makes history; first 3 women fighter pilots get wings

IAF makes history; first 3 women fighter pilots get wings

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Batting for gender parity in the armed forces, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, who was chief guest at the combined graduation ceremony at Air Force Academy, Dundigal on the city outskirts, termed the event as a "milestone" as it also the first time that women have been given a combat role.

NGO Centre for Policy Research barred from receiving foreign funds

NGO Centre for Policy Research barred from receiving foreign funds

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

The ministry of home affairs has suspended the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) licence of prominent public think-tank Centre for Policy Research (CPR) over violation of laws, officials said on Thursday.

Time for India to EMBRACE Russia

Time for India to EMBRACE Russia

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

We can make a beginning by openly acknowledging the Russian help in 1971 victory when President Putin visits India on 6 December 2021. Showing gratitude to a friend is part of our DNA, notes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

At over 88.13 lakh doses, India sees highest-ever Covid vaccination in a day

At over 88.13 lakh doses, India sees highest-ever Covid vaccination in a day

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

India has administered more than 88.13 lakh Covid-19 vaccine doses in the last 24 hours, the highest ever vaccination achieved in a single day, the Union health ministry said on Tuesday.

Asiad, Day 11: History-makers Swapna, Arpinder the stars as India extends athletics golden run

Asiad, Day 11: History-makers Swapna, Arpinder the stars as India extends athletics golden run

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

Heptathlete Swapna Barman added a dash of heroism to her historic gold medal

Won't allow any unilateral attempt by China to alter LAC: Jaishankar

Won't allow any unilateral attempt by China to alter LAC: Jaishankar

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Jaishankar said China, in violation of the 1993 and 1996 agreements not to mass troops on the Line of Actual Control, chose to do so, and added that its attempt was obviously to unilaterally change the LAC.

'Chak de India! So proud of our women's hockey team'

'Chak de India! So proud of our women's hockey team'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

'A dream moment', said the country's sports fraternity in unison as it celebrated the resurgence of Indian hockey at the Tokyo Olympics after the women's team advanced to its first ever semi-final, in Tokyo, on Monday.

The Heroes Who Saved Ladakh For India

The Heroes Who Saved Ladakh For India

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Visiting the Rezang La Memorial, one has a feeling of super-humans defending the Indian territory against the Chinese onslaught, says Claude Arpi on the 60th anniversary of the heroic battle of the 1962 War.

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'My adrenalin kicked in and the happiness returned! It was time to go in for the kill again.' IAF Veterans Group Captain Dilip Kumar Dass tells Air Commodore Nitin Sathe about how the IAF decimated tanks in the famous Battle of Longewala.

'American or Chinese soldiers are not a patch on Indian soldiers'

'American or Chinese soldiers are not a patch on Indian soldiers'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

'The next war will be fought by China-Pakistan against India and we have to fully be prepared. We must read the writing on the wall.'

Govt advances meeting with protesting farmers to Dec 1

Govt advances meeting with protesting farmers to Dec 1

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

The development came a day after the protesting farmers rejected the Centre's offer to start talks as soon as they move to Burari and continued to stay put Singhu and Tikri borders of the national capital.

When Pakistan Was Keen On A Kashmir Solution

When Pakistan Was Keen On A Kashmir Solution

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Manmohan Singh and Musharraf felt that what they were embarking upon, if successful, could lead to a future of boundless potential for the two countries and for the relationship that was hard to foresee from the prism of the existing situation and the historical position and orthodox ideas on both sides.

'There is growing concern in US about democracy in India'

'There is growing concern in US about democracy in India'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

'There are three pillars of concern: The expansion of Hindu majoritarianism, the concentration of executive power and decay of independent institutions, and curbs on free expression and dissent.'

Will raise human rights: US envoy-designate to India

Will raise human rights: US envoy-designate to India

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

"Few nations are more vital to the future of American security and prosperity than India," Garcetti told the committee.

Katariya 'tricks' as India women make Olympics hockey quarter-finals

Katariya 'tricks' as India women make Olympics hockey quarter-finals

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

India's chances of going through depends on the result of the last Pool A match between Ireland and Great Britain, later in the day.

Manipur: BJP's Formidable Internal Security Challenge

Manipur: BJP's Formidable Internal Security Challenge

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

There are three things you never do in a small North East state: Undermine local leaders, divide and rule, push homogenisation, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

On BJP foundation day Modi warns workers against complacency in 2024

On BJP foundation day Modi warns workers against complacency in 2024

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Bharatiya Janata Party was committed to taking tough steps to rid India of corruption, nepotism and law and order challenges.

Planning For Digital Loan? Read This

Planning For Digital Loan? Read This

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Borrowers should be careful if the app promises too-quick disbursal, and doesn't provide adequate information on the terms of the loan, such as interest rate, repayment schedule, etc.

Suspense remains over CAATSA waiver to India on S400 purchase

Suspense remains over CAATSA waiver to India on S400 purchase

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

The United States has not made a determination yet on any potential Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) waiver to India with regard to its purchase of S-400 missile defence system from Russia, the Biden Administration said Tuesday.

With eye on China, PM's Op-Ed hails India-Japan ties

With eye on China, PM's Op-Ed hails India-Japan ties

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Prime Minister Modi, who is in Japan on a two-day visit to attend a summit of the Quad leaders at the invitation of his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida, penned an op-ed on the vibrant relations between India and Japan in the Yomiuri Shimbun.

''Madam, we want to salute you with flowers and cake'

''Madam, we want to salute you with flowers and cake'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

'Society deals with you the way they do, or forms an opinion, depending on if your family is with you every step of the way.'

Unapologetically Indian: Make Way For Vaishali S

Unapologetically Indian: Make Way For Vaishali S

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

This star designer who has now found an audience on foreign shores, all thanks to her minimalistic style, and worship of Indian fabrics.

How India Won The 1971 War

How India Won The 1971 War

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

December 3, 2021 marks 50 years since the beginning of the 1971 War which ended in a decisive military victory for India and the liberation of Bangladesh. Most analysts of the 1971 War agree that the IV Corps dash across the mighty Meghna river led by the brilliant General Sagat Singh was the turning point in the war, recalls military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).