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'India Will Destroy Anything Of Value In Pakistan'

'India Will Destroy Anything Of Value In Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'If you fire two missiles at Jamnagar or ten missiles there, what do you think India will do?' 'India will fire 500 missiles on Tarbela and Mangla, destroy the Sukkur Barrage, destroy Karachi port.' 'When you start issuing threats, it should be with some sense and sensibility.' 'You shouldn't just shoot your mouth off just because you have appointed yourself field marshal.'

Another close aide of ex-Army chief Gen V K Singh shifted

Another close aide of ex-Army chief Gen V K Singh shifted

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

After the Director General of Military Operations, Delhi Area Commander Lt Gen V K Pillai, another close aide of former Army Chief Gen V K Singh, is to be moved out from the capital by the Army Headquarters.

Pakistan staring at another military coup?

Pakistan staring at another military coup?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Speculation swirls in Pakistan regarding potential changes in the political landscape, fueled by rumors of the army chief's possible presidential aspirations and discussions between top civilian and military leaders.

Indian Army chief's remarks 'provocative and unfortunate': Pak

Indian Army chief's remarks 'provocative and unfortunate': Pak

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

Pakistan on Thursday described Indian Army chief Gen Bikram Singh's remarks about retaliating against any possible ceasefire violations on the LoC as "provocative and unfortunate".

'China Wants India On A Tight Leash'

'China Wants India On A Tight Leash'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'China's basic purpose of taking the Shaksgam Valley was access to the Indian Ocean.'

Yunus to stay on as Bangladesh interim chief, says adviser

Yunus to stay on as Bangladesh interim chief, says adviser

Rediff.com24 May 2025

The chief adviser's decision to stay in office came two days after he told student-led National Citizen Party (NCP) leaders that he was mulling resignation as he felt "the situation is such that he cannot work", citing difficulties in working amid the failure of political parties to find common ground for change.

On Army Day, General Rawat issues stern warning to Pakistan

On Army Day, General Rawat issues stern warning to Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

Referring to the border with China, he said the armies of both India and China have issued new guidelines to their respective forces.

Deputy Army chief jumps off a plane!

Deputy Army chief jumps off a plane!

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Deputy Chief of the Army Staff Lieutenant General Ramesh Halgali recently surprised students and Army personnel alike when he chose to perform a skydive, while visiting the Army Adventure Skydiving Camp.

I asked army chief to act, he didn't: Antony on bribe row

I asked army chief to act, he didn't: Antony on bribe row

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

With the army chief's allegation of bribe offer kicking up a storm, Defence Minister A K Antony on Tuesday said he had asked General V K Singh to take action but he did not want to pursue the matter for unknown reasons.

First Look: The new army chief

First Look: The new army chief

Rediff.com30 Sep 2007

Asserting that cutting age technology would be given to soldiers, for both policing the borders or countering internal unrest, Kapoor said soon after taking over from Gen J J Singh.

China claims it mediated India-Pakistan tensions in May

China claims it mediated India-Pakistan tensions in May

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that China mediated tensions between India and Pakistan, a claim disputed by India which maintains that the matter was resolved bilaterally.

Operation Sindoor: 'Escalation Can't Be Ruled Out'

Operation Sindoor: 'Escalation Can't Be Ruled Out'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

'It could take the form of sporadic LoC violation through heavy artillery and mortar fire, focusing on border villages where the Hindu Dogra population is predominant.'

US army chief may visit Kashmir

US army chief may visit Kashmir

Rediff.com31 Jan 2003

Indian Army is always ready for action in PoK: General Rawat

Indian Army is always ready for action in PoK: General Rawat

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

The army chief also made it clear that a decision in this regard has to be taken by the government.

Pak army chief knew of 1990 election rigging: Ex-ISI boss

Pak army chief knew of 1990 election rigging: Ex-ISI boss

Rediff.com17 May 2012

Plan to distribute money among politicians to influence the outcome of the 1990 general election in Pakistan was in full knowledge of the then army chief Gen Mirza Aslam Beg, ex-ISI chief Asad Durrani has informed the country's Supreme Court.

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's tenure extended till May next year

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's tenure extended till May next year

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The government has extended the tenure of Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan up to May next year.

India pays tributes to Kargil bravehearts on Vijay Diwas

India pays tributes to Kargil bravehearts on Vijay Diwas

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday led the nation in paying tributes to military personnel who fought valiantly in harsh conditions to hand Pakistan a crushing defeat in the 1999 Kargil conflict.

When US Invaded Countries In The Americas

When US Invaded Countries In The Americas

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

That a country thinks it has the right to randomly invade another country has repercussions that will for sure be played on the global arena in the years to come.

Exercise Trishul sets new benchmarks in joint military ops

Exercise Trishul sets new benchmarks in joint military ops

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Top Indian military commanders highlight the success of Exercise Trishul in enhancing jointness and interoperability among the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The exercise, culminating in Amphex 2025, involved 30,000 troops, multiple aircraft, and naval vessels, including INS Vikrant.

Modi chairs high-level meet; CDS, 3 service chiefs attend

Modi chairs high-level meet; CDS, 3 service chiefs attend

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Modi has been chairing regular meetings with the top government functionaries involved in the country's military and diplomatic response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22.

Bhim Army chief says he'll fight against Modi in Varanasi

Bhim Army chief says he'll fight against Modi in Varanasi

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

Chandrashekhar said he would ensure that PM Modi is not re-elected to the Lok Sabha from Varanasi.

Pakistan army chief Raheel Sharif: No aggression will go unpunished

Pakistan army chief Raheel Sharif: No aggression will go unpunished

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Raheel's comments assume significance as they come amidst the strain in Indo-Pak ties after the Uri terror attack and India's surgical strikes on terror launch pads in PoK.

No impact on military ties with Canada: Major General

No impact on military ties with Canada: Major General

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

The latest diplomatic row between India and Canada will not impact bilateral military engagement and the Canadian Army will take part in the conclave of the Indo-Pacific army chiefs in Delhi next week, a senior Indian Army official said on Wednesday.

'Trump Tilting Towards Pakistan'

'Trump Tilting Towards Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'India is too important to the United States for there to be any kind of a permanent bump in the relationship.'

How Operation Sindoor Changed Security Doctrine

How Operation Sindoor Changed Security Doctrine

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'Some success has been achieved in raising the costs of terrorism for Pakistan.'

'India Should Hit Pakistan Army Targets'

'India Should Hit Pakistan Army Targets'

Rediff.com11 May 2025

'There's something called deterrence by punishment.' 'That means you hit in a manner calculated to raise costs and consequences for Pakistan, so that the next time it attempts a Pahalgam-like attack, it has to think ten times.'

We are ready to talk with India for peace: Pak PM Shehbaz

We are ready to talk with India for peace: Pak PM Shehbaz

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Shehbaz made the comments during a visit to the Kamra air base in the country's Punjab province where he interacted with officers and soldiers involved in the recent military confrontation with India.

IAF, 93, Displays Power and Pride

IAF, 93, Displays Power and Pride

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The Indian Air Force celebrated its 93rd anniversary with a ceremonial parade at the Hindan Air Force Station in Ghaziabad. The event honoured exceptional Air Warriors and showcased both heritage aircraft and modern assets like the Rafale, Su-30MKI, and Apache helicopters. Emphasising indigenous strength and readiness, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh hailed the IAF's growth from modest origins to a global force.

Army Chief accuses Gen VK Singh of trying to block his promotion

Army Chief accuses Gen VK Singh of trying to block his promotion

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

Suhag has filed an affidavit in Supreme Court, accusing the minister of trying to scuttle his promotion to the appointment of army commander.

Lt Gen V K Singh takes over as 26th Army chief

Lt Gen V K Singh takes over as 26th Army chief

Rediff.com31 Mar 2010

Singh was in the news recently when he recommended action against four General-ranked officers indicted by a probe in the Sukna land scam in Darjeeling district of West Bengal.

Pakistan: Bajwa promotes major generals

Pakistan: Bajwa promotes major generals

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency, on the latest changes among Pakistan's top generals.

Seniority not the only criterion, it's not computer job: Parrikar on Army chief selection

Seniority not the only criterion, it's not computer job: Parrikar on Army chief selection

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

He added there would not have been need of any due process or Cabinet Committee for Appointment if seniority alone was the criterion.

What's Pak army chief doing in China's militancy-hit Xinjiang?

What's Pak army chief doing in China's militancy-hit Xinjiang?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

Pakistan's Army Chief Gen Raheel Sharif is in China's militancy hit Muslim-majority Xinjiang province on a rare visit where he met his Chinese counterpart General Fang Fenghui, promising to crackdown on Uighur militants.

Munir's Moves: Why India Must Be On High Alert

Munir's Moves: Why India Must Be On High Alert

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

A Pakistan that is more secure in its relations with the US is also one that might well wish to indulge in another cross-border misadventure.

The Indian army is ready, says General Kapoor

The Indian army is ready, says General Kapoor

Rediff.com31 Jan 2009

Army chief General Deepak Kapoor on Saturday reiterated that the country's army was 'ready to act in the manner the political leadership wanted it to'.General Kapoor, who reached Srinagar on Saturday morning and visited the forward areas along the Line of Control in Kashmir to assess the situation, also met senior army officers."The tensions have come down with the passage of time," he said.

Crackdown on military uniform sales after Pahalgam attack

Crackdown on military uniform sales after Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Security checks have been intensified in Paltan Bazaar, a well-known market in Dehradun, following concerns about the unauthorised sale of military uniforms on Friday.

No drop in infiltration: Army chief

No drop in infiltration: Army chief

Rediff.com21 May 2003

He said India will continue to adopt a 'wait and watch' strategy on Pakistan's commitment on ending cross-border terrorism.

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

10 Heroes of the 1965 War which ended on September 23 60 years ago.

B'desh govt urges citizens to resist violence; no clashes since morning

B'desh govt urges citizens to resist violence; no clashes since morning

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Sharif Osman Hadi, a leader of the July Uprising in Bangladesh, died after being shot, sparking protests and political unrest. The interim government has promised action, while demonstrators have targeted media outlets and blamed India.

Modi 'good friend', Munir 'favourite field marshal': Trump

Modi 'good friend', Munir 'favourite field marshal': Trump

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

United States President Donald Trump on Monday praised India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi without naming him, saying 'India is a great country with a good friend of mine at the top'.