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Pak HC upholds Imran Khan's arrest, says all legal formalities fulfilled

Pak HC upholds Imran Khan's arrest, says all legal formalities fulfilled

Rediff.com10 May 2023

The court issued its reserved ruling, upsetting the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), which claimed the arrest was illegal and that the IHC would rule in favour of party chief Imran Khan.

UP ATS arrests 2 suspected of spying for ISI

UP ATS arrests 2 suspected of spying for ISI

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh Police has arrested two men suspected of spying for Pakistani intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence and terror financing, the ATS said in a statement on Sunday.

Army foils infiltration bid near LoC in J-K's Baramulla, 3 terrorists killed

Army foils infiltration bid near LoC in J-K's Baramulla, 3 terrorists killed

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

"We noticed some suspicious movement in the Hathlanga area near the LoC. The infiltrators were challenged and three of them were killed," an Army officer said.

AFSPA: The Army needs it!

AFSPA: The Army needs it!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd) lists why India must not do away with AFSPA, but ensure enough transparency to avoid confrontation with human rights.

Modi joins the nation in saluting soldiers on Army Day

Modi joins the nation in saluting soldiers on Army Day

Rediff.com15 Jan 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday saluted the courage and invaluable service of the soldiers and officers, including the veterans on the Army Day. PM Modi said the army and its brave soldiers have made the nation proud by their sacrifices

Pak: Punjab govt gives Imran 24-hr ultimatum to 'hand over terrorists'

Pak: Punjab govt gives Imran 24-hr ultimatum to 'hand over terrorists'

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The interim government in Pakistan's Punjab province on Wednesday claimed that some '30 to 40' terrorists are hiding at the Lahore residence of former prime minister Imran Khan, giving him an ultimatum of 24 hours to hand them over or face stern action.

How Pakistan, China get sensitive information on India

How Pakistan, China get sensitive information on India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2013

The government believes heightened awareness among its staff could be the only effective way to counter attempts of foreign agencies.

Army's claims over Keran operations under cloud

Army's claims over Keran operations under cloud

Rediff.com20 Oct 2013

Nearly a fortnight after the army operations were called off in Keran sector, questions have cropped up over what happened during the long intrusion by infiltrators from Pakistan believed to be from its special forces.

Situation along LAC in Ladakh normal since Feb disengagement: Army chief

Situation along LAC in Ladakh normal since Feb disengagement: Army chief

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

The talks between India and China on the border row in eastern Ladakh have helped 'build trust' and the situation in the region has been normal since the disengagement in the Pangong Tso areas in February, Chief of Army Staff General M M Naravane said on Thursday, exuding confidence of resolution of the 'remaining issues'.

Govt denies being spooked by the Army in 2012

Govt denies being spooked by the Army in 2012

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

A fresh controversy has erupted over the movement of two Army units near Delhi in 2012 with the then DGMO Lt Gen A K Choudhary saying there may have been "distrust" between the Army and government on the issue, a view rejected on Friday by the National Security Advisor.

He brought near normalcy to J&K

He brought near normalcy to J&K

Rediff.com1 Feb 2005

Pak violates ceasefire in Poonch sector, AGAIN

Pak violates ceasefire in Poonch sector, AGAIN

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

In yet another ceasefire violation across the Line of Control, Pakistan on Thursday fired at Indian posts in the Poonch sector in Jammu and Kashmir, the scene of Tuesday's brutal killing of two Indian soldiers by Pakistani army troops.

Martyr Lance Naik Hemraj's wife duped of Rs 10 lakh

Martyr Lance Naik Hemraj's wife duped of Rs 10 lakh

Rediff.com6 Apr 2013

The wife of martyr Lance Naik Hemraj was duped of Rs 10 lakh, in the presence of her brother-in-law and a relative, near a petrol pump in the outskirts of Kosi town area, police said. In her complaint, Dharmvati, the widow of Hemraj, said one Amit Kumar, who claimed that he was an army officer and had been sent by the army headquarters, approached her at Shernagar village on Friday.

Def Min probes leak of Howitzers' trial report

Def Min probes leak of Howitzers' trial report

Rediff.com9 Mar 2011

The Defence Ministry has launched an inquiry after receiving an anonymous envelope containing four pages of leaked draft field trial report of 145 M777 Ultra-Light Howitzers to be procured for the army, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Wednesday.

'Now China Is Afraid'

'Now China Is Afraid'

Rediff.com4 May 2024

'Ladakh will be dealt with in Modi's third term.'

Gaza Strip cut into two, says Israel amid 'significant strikes'

Gaza Strip cut into two, says Israel amid 'significant strikes'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The strikes are targeting tunnels, ammunition, and rockets all around Shifa. Hamas expects the IDF will enter the hospitals in one or two days.

A blood-soaked timeline of terror attacks in Kashmir

A blood-soaked timeline of terror attacks in Kashmir

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

Here's the chronological list of all major terror attacks on security forces in Jammu and Kashmir in the last two decades.

I am sorry and sad over Gen Singh's age issue: Antony

I am sorry and sad over Gen Singh's age issue: Antony

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

Breaking his silence on the age controversy surrounding Army chief Gen V K Singh, Defence Minister A K Antony on Friday said he was "sorry and sad" over it and left it to the Supreme Court to decide the matter.

SEE: Army carries pregnant woman in waist-deep snow

SEE: Army carries pregnant woman in waist-deep snow

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the valour and professionalism of the Chinar Corps personnel.

Army Chief's 3-day Nepal visit begins today

Army Chief's 3-day Nepal visit begins today

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Gen Naravane's visit to Nepal from November 4-6 is largely aimed at resetting bilateral ties that came under severe strain following a bitter border row between the two countries.

Bharat Bandh hits life in Bihar, J'hand, tribal belts

Bharat Bandh hits life in Bihar, J'hand, tribal belts

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The response was tepid in other parts of the country even as several INDIA bloc parties as well as other non-BJP outfits extended their support to the bandh.

Shooter Vijay Kumar named 'Services Best Sportsman'

Shooter Vijay Kumar named 'Services Best Sportsman'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

London Olympics silver medalist shooter Vijay Kumar was honoured with the 'Services Best Sportsman' award for 2012 at the Army Headquarters in New Delhi on Friday.

General Rawat: Simple Man With No Ego

General Rawat: Simple Man With No Ego

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

'He was a sentimental man, but his commitment to the Olive Green always came before anything else, including his family.' A fascinating excerpt from Rachna Bisht Rawat's Bipin: The Man Behind The Uniform.

Who issued release about ex-Lt Gen? HC asks Centre

Who issued release about ex-Lt Gen? HC asks Centre

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

The Centre was asked on Friday by the Delhi high court to clarify if the March 5 press release with allegations against former Lt Gen Tejinder Singh was issued by the government or by the Army officials in their individual capacity.

JK police seeks custody of colonel, major

JK police seeks custody of colonel, major

Rediff.com27 Jun 2010

The Jammu and Kashmir Police has sought the custody of an army colonel, a major and four others for custodial interrogation in the alleged fake encounter of three youth in Machil sector in frontier district of Kupwara in April this year.

How two Pak Armymen saved their skin in GHQ attack

How two Pak Armymen saved their skin in GHQ attack

Rediff.com13 Oct 2009

The attack on the Pakistan Army headquarters in Rawalpindi reportedly saved two top officers from being sacked for creating misunderstanding between the Army and the President House, according to a Pakistani daily.

Pakistan hostage crisis ends; all 33 Taliban terrorists killed

Pakistan hostage crisis ends; all 33 Taliban terrorists killed

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Two commandos of the special forces were also killed in the rescue operation that was launched after negotiations between the government and the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan militants to end the hostage crisis failed.

Why Central Vista project is all wrong

Why Central Vista project is all wrong

Rediff.com25 May 2021

The project shows a lack of respect for history, even if an inalienable part of it is colonial history, asserts T N Ninan.

Why is Pak army chief delaying appointments?

Why is Pak army chief delaying appointments?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

'Given the past practice in the Pakistan army, this delay is most unusual,' notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

At least 61 killed, 150 injured in suicide blast at Pak mosque

At least 61 killed, 150 injured in suicide blast at Pak mosque

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

The blast occurred in the mosque in the Police Lines area around 1.40 pm when a suicide bomber present in the front row during the Zuhr (afternoon) prayers blew himself up, security officials said.

No records of any previous 'surgical strike', says Army

No records of any previous 'surgical strike', says Army

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

The RTI application with the defence ministry also sought the definition of the term "surgical strikes" in the records of Indian Army.

Lt Gen Suhag gets 10 more days to respond to notice

Lt Gen Suhag gets 10 more days to respond to notice

Rediff.com29 May 2012

Army Chief Gen V K Singh on Tuesday gave ten more days to 3 Corps Commander Lt Gen Dalbir Singh Suhag, who could head the force in two years, for replying to a show cause notice, days after the defence ministry sought a detailed report on this issue.

IN PHOTOS: 51 killed, 435 injured in fresh Egypt clashes

IN PHOTOS: 51 killed, 435 injured in fresh Egypt clashes

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

Deadly street violence erupted on Monday between supporters of Egypt's deposed President Mohammed Morsi and soldiers outside the army headquarters in Cairo, killing at least 51 people and injuring over 400 as the standoff escalated between the military-backed new interim government and the Muslim Brotherhood.

Amid LAC standoff, Army, IAF prepare to fight wars jointly

Amid LAC standoff, Army, IAF prepare to fight wars jointly

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

As soon as one lands at the Leh airfield, one can see the Indian Air Force C-17s, Ilyushin-76s, and C-130J Super Hercules aircraft flying in with rations and supplies for the troops deployed on the forward locations opposite the Chinese forces.

'Success was 100 per cent sure'

'Success was 100 per cent sure'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

'The rocks, the geology of the Himalayas will always spring surprises.' 'It's basically force majeure and the will of god.'

No headway as India, China hold another round of talks

No headway as India, China hold another round of talks

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

The MEA said the two sides shared their perspectives on the matter in the talks held in a friendly and cordial atmosphere.

Drug money dispute led to murder of 4 in Manipur

Drug money dispute led to murder of 4 in Manipur

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

The situation in minority-dominated Lilong Chingjao area in Manipur's Thoubal district, where four villagers were gunned down by unidentified assailants, remained calm but tense on Tuesday as additional security forces were deployed, an official said.

CDS chopper crash probe likely to be over in 2 weeks: Sources

CDS chopper crash probe likely to be over in 2 weeks: Sources

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

The inquiry teams had started their work on the very next day the incident took place. The statements are being recorded and in one or two cases, some people have changed their account of the incidents, they said.

Army says Pak pushing infiltrators, captures two

Army says Pak pushing infiltrators, captures two

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

In the video clip, the captured Pakistani nationals identified themselves as Mohammad Khalil and Mohammad Nazim, hailing from Rawalpindi area of Pakistan.