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Gandhiji's portraits defaced in West Bengal

Gandhiji's portraits defaced in West Bengal

Rediff.com29 May 2007

"Miscreants had painted hair on his head, mustache and inscribed the words I Love You all over Gandhiji's photographs," sources said.

Is Masood Azhar suffering from renal failure?

Is Masood Azhar suffering from renal failure?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

The founder of the dreaded terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammed undergoes regular dialysis at an army hospital in Rawalpindi in Pakistan.

Combing Op at IAF base over but alert in Pathankot, Gurdaspur continues

Combing Op at IAF base over but alert in Pathankot, Gurdaspur continues

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

The massive combing operation at the sprawling Air Force station in Pathankot ended on Friday, seven days after six terrorists struck.

Fly Mumbai-Singapore @ Rs 11,580

Fly Mumbai-Singapore @ Rs 11,580

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

Singapore Airlines is offering special economy class return tickets to Singapore/ Kuala Lumpur/ Penang/ Bangkok/ Phuket/ Langkawi/ Hong Kong/ Bali/ Canton/ Shenzhen/ Beijing/ Shanghai/ Nanjing from Mumbai.

India names head of new consulate in China

India names head of new consulate in China

Rediff.com28 Aug 2007

With China expected to overtake the US as India's largest trading partner, Bambawale acknowledged that the "basic rationale for the new Consulate is the burgeoning trade."

India's COVID-19 testing ratio not low, says ICMR

India's COVID-19 testing ratio not low, says ICMR

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

'In countries like Japan, one out of 11.7 tests turns out to be positive, which is among the highest in the world. Italy tests 6.7 persons for one positive test while the USA tests 5.3 persons and the United Kingdom 3.4'

Why was Trump in a hurry to please Imran?

Why was Trump in a hurry to please Imran?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

'Trump's new discovery is that Pakistan and its army are virtually god's gift to mankind.' 'They are required to facilitate a relatively orderly American exit from Afghanistan,' points out Ambassador G Parthasarathy, who served as India's high commissioner to Pakistan.

Anonymous letter threatens attacks

Anonymous letter threatens attacks

Rediff.com2 Mar 2007

The writer claims to be a member of the Lashkar-e-Tayiba.

Moon proposes new mission in Nepal

Moon proposes new mission in Nepal

Rediff.com11 Jan 2007

The mission will also review all technical aspects of the electoral process for an assembly to decide on the constitutional future of the country.

Security tightened as PM Modi set to address rally in Srinagar

Security tightened as PM Modi set to address rally in Srinagar

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Srinagar is under a massive security blanket for the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi's poll rally on Monday afternoon.

Kalam, Shekhawat still homeless in New Delhi

Kalam, Shekhawat still homeless in New Delhi

Rediff.com11 Sep 2007

They continue to wait for new homes that are yet to be readied by the authorities.

India, China 'Hand-in-Hand' joint exercise from Nov 16

India, China 'Hand-in-Hand' joint exercise from Nov 16

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

In continuation of the series of joint exercises between India and China, the exercise 'Hand-in-Hand 2014' is all set to commence at Pune's Aundh Camp on November 16.

Lt Gen J S Sandhu takes charge of Chinar Corps, which guards LoC

Lt Gen J S Sandhu takes charge of Chinar Corps, which guards LoC

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

Commissioned into the 5th Gorkha Rifles regiment, he has had an illustrious military career spanning 36 years during which he held several prestigious command, staff and instructional appointments

'Indian separatists may be behind 7/11 blasts'

'Indian separatists may be behind 7/11 blasts'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2006

'Many separatist organisations were active within the Indian states and that will be their act and we have nothing to do with such cases.'

19 killed in suicide blast in northwest Pakistan

19 killed in suicide blast in northwest Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Jul 2007

The attack took place during evening prayers in Kohat in North Western Frontier Province, some 70 kms from Peshawar.

Jawan Roy Mathew laid to rest after fresh autopsy

Jawan Roy Mathew laid to rest after fresh autopsy

Rediff.com4 Mar 2017

The mortal remains of a jawan, who was found dead after a sting video on the "abuse" of buddy system in the army, were laid to rest in Kollam district of Kerala after a fresh autopsy was conducted following insistence of his family, who raised doubts over this demise.

Army soldier commits suicide

Army soldier commits suicide

Rediff.com3 Jul 2007

Singh's suicide is the second incident in two days in the state.

Remembering a Hero

Remembering a Hero

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

Two months ago, May 2, Major Anuj Sood made the supreme sacrifice for the motherland in a hostage-rescue mission in J&K. As his grieving family grapples with their immense loss, they graciously share memories of the young major -- a husband, brother and son -- whose only calling was the fauj.

US's famous immigrant entrepreneurs

US's famous immigrant entrepreneurs

Rediff.com2 Jun 2007

The U.S. continues to grow thanks to innovations from recent arrivals.

Sonia to visit Mumbai Wednesday

Sonia to visit Mumbai Wednesday

Rediff.com27 Dec 2005

her visit coincides with the BJP's three-day silver jubilee convention.

Pathankot: High alert after input on armed men in army fatigue

Pathankot: High alert after input on armed men in army fatigue

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

Army has also been alerted and there is a heightened vigil, police said.

Arjan Singh was a beacon of military leadership

Arjan Singh was a beacon of military leadership

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

He was awarded the distinguished Flying Cross in 1944. This honour is equivalent to today's Param Vir Chakra. The Arjan Singh Trust for needy air force personnel was set up out of the proceeds of his farm house in Delhi being sold. He was a charismatic leader of men and lived up to the fine traditions of soldiering, says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

SC refuses to grant stay on arrest for Vishal Dadlani over Jain monk tweet

SC refuses to grant stay on arrest for Vishal Dadlani over Jain monk tweet

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

The music composer came under sharp criticism for his "sarcastic" tweet on Jain monk Tarun Sagar.

Hours after blasts, LeT ultra killed in Lucknow

Hours after blasts, LeT ultra killed in Lucknow

Rediff.com8 Mar 2006

Salar, a Pakistani, was involved in the conspiracy to carry out a suicide attack at the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun, which was foiled by the timely tip off by central security agencies.

Mumbai: 4 arrested with explosives

Mumbai: 4 arrested with explosives

Rediff.com20 Jan 2007

Acting on a tip-off, a police team from the D N Nagar Police Station arrested the four from a bus stop located next to the Andheri railway station in the early hours, the police said.

Kashmir paralysed for 51st straight day as curfew continues

Kashmir paralysed for 51st straight day as curfew continues

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

At least 25 persons were injured in clashes between protestors and security forces in Kashmir on Saturday.

'During the war, we reached 40 km into Pakistan'

'During the war, we reached 40 km into Pakistan'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

'My brave JCO managed to get to the gun, sit on top of the dead man and fired away at the attacking aircraft till they melted away into the darkness.'

Army chief visits epicentre of Kashmir unrest, asks forces to exercise restraint

Army chief visits epicentre of Kashmir unrest, asks forces to exercise restraint

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

On a visit to Kashmir amid unrest, Army Chief General Dalbir Singh on Tuesday asked the forces to exercise maximum possible restraint while dealing with mobs and uphold human rights.

'Missing' army Captain makes surprise appearance after a week

'Missing' army Captain makes surprise appearance after a week

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

The army Captain is posted in Jammu and Kashmir and his relatives had earlier alleged that anti-national elements were behind his abduction.

'The war has come home to us'

'The war has come home to us'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

'Vibhuti was a braveheart.' 'He always said I cannot stay behind. He always wanted to lead.' A cousin and friend remember Major Dhaundiyal who made the supreme sacrifice for the motherland on Monday.

Bangladesh PM pays homage to Dhaka cafe attack victims

Bangladesh PM pays homage to Dhaka cafe attack victims

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Nine Italians, seven Japanese, one Indian, one Bangladeshi American and two Bangladeshis were among the 20 killed in the terror attack at Holey Artisan Bakery in Gulshan on Friday night.

Burj Khalifa opens the world's highest observation deck

Burj Khalifa opens the world's highest observation deck

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

The world's tallest building Burj Khalifa has clinched its newest Guinness World Records title for being the highest man-made vantage point on earth.

Who was Mangal Pandey?

Who was Mangal Pandey?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2005

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How Indo-Pak tension helps US gameplan in Afghanistan

How Indo-Pak tension helps US gameplan in Afghanistan

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

The current Indo-Pak crisis over Kashmir is a godsend for the US. With tensions running high, Pakistan is in no position to militarily help the Taliban. Once this realisation dawns on the Taliban, they are likely to be more amenable to a compromise on American terms, says Colonel Anil Athale (retired).

In Ambedkar's birth place, Rahul pays tribute to Dalit icon

In Ambedkar's birth place, Rahul pays tribute to Dalit icon

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

Continuing his campaign of reaching out to less privileged sections, Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi will be visiting Mhow in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday, the birthplace of Dr BR Ambedkar around whose work and ideology struggles of the suppressed classes are centred.

Arctic to the Andes: A 15,000-km bicycle ride

Arctic to the Andes: A 15,000-km bicycle ride

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

Riding solo from the Arctic to the Andes exposed him to a variety of people and cultures while allowing him to connect with himself, Dhruv Bogra tells Amrita Singh.

30 Srinagar girls ignore terror warning, head out for tour

30 Srinagar girls ignore terror warning, head out for tour

Rediff.com6 Dec 2015

Ignoring the warning of women's outfit Dukhtaran-e-Millat, a group of 30 girl students from various schools in Srinagar have embarked on an Army-sponsored educational tour.

Historic Hindu temple facing demolition in Pakistan

Historic Hindu temple facing demolition in Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

A historic Hindu temple in Pakistan's garrison city of Rawalpindi is facing demolition to make way for barracks for soldiers, outraging the minority community in the country.