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At least 9 American citizens killed in Hamas attack on Israel: US

At least 9 American citizens killed in Hamas attack on Israel: US

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

US authorities have been scrambling to establish how many Americans have been killed or taken hostage in the conflict.

Vishwaguru And Arundhati Roy

Vishwaguru And Arundhati Roy

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

The go-ahead given to prosecute Arundhati Roy would be seen by supporters of freedom of speech as an announcement that the Right-Wing doesn't feel humbled by the results of the elections, argues Shyam G Menon.

Xi, Putin hint at political settlement to end Ukraine war

Xi, Putin hint at political settlement to end Ukraine war

Rediff.com16 May 2024

"The two sides note that the relationship between Russia and China has progressed to a more advanced interstate cooperation compared to the military-political unions of the Cold War era as it is not bloc or confrontational in nature, nor does it target any third countries," Russia's new agency Tass quoted the document as saying.

China, India in talks to hold 9th round of Commander-level meet

China, India in talks to hold 9th round of Commander-level meet

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

India and China have held several rounds of talks at the diplomatic and military-level to resolve the standoff that erupted in early May.

'Pakistani tanks were burning in front of us'

'Pakistani tanks were burning in front of us'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

'The tank battle was fought at ranges of 300-700 metres.' 'It was a rare example of the complete destruction of a squadron by another squadron.'

Jaish doesn't exist in Pak, says military spokesperson

Jaish doesn't exist in Pak, says military spokesperson

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

He further said that the JeM claim of responsibility for the Pulwama attack had not been made from inside Pakistan.

Ram's Footprint Over South East Asia

Ram's Footprint Over South East Asia

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Even those who are the supporters of India's 'cultural nationalism' seems to be unaware of the footprint of Shri Ram in South East Asia, observes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Kim Jong Un Resumes His Missile Games

Kim Jong Un Resumes His Missile Games

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

North Korean tyrant Kim Jong Un was present at a missile launch on Monday, October 10, 2022.

This Is What WAR Looks Like

This Is What WAR Looks Like

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Israeli soldiers and tanks on the move in Gaza. Palestinians killed and wounded in Israeli strikes. When will it all end?

Houthi Attacks Won't Affect India's Fuel Supplies

Houthi Attacks Won't Affect India's Fuel Supplies

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Most of India's oil supplies are expected to stay safe because of the country's good relations with both Russia and Iran. That would take care of over a third of India's supplies.

In Grief, They Mourn Their Dead

In Grief, They Mourn Their Dead

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

Mourners pray next to bodies of Palestinians killed in Israeli air strikes during their funeral.

China launches 3rd aircraft carrier, eyes extending range in Indo-Pacific

China launches 3rd aircraft carrier, eyes extending range in Indo-Pacific

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

The Fujian was launched at a brief ceremony held at the Shanghai shipyard, the official media reported from the eastern metropolis.

General To Head Largest Muslim Democracy

General To Head Largest Muslim Democracy

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Prabowo was accused in the late 1980s of making a number pro-democracy activists mysteriously disappear and for human rights abuses in the provinces of East Timor and Papua and was denied a visa to the US.

Military hardware only for defensive use, says Pak

Military hardware only for defensive use, says Pak

Rediff.com11 Jun 2010

Pakistan has assured the US administration that American military hardware provided to it will be used solely for defensive purposes, a top US official said on Friday.

Drone fired from Iran: US on cargo ship attack off west coast amid Navy probe

Drone fired from Iran: US on cargo ship attack off west coast amid Navy probe

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

The Indian Navy continues to monitor the situation very closely with all stakeholders and remains committed to ensuring the safety of merchant shipping in the region, it said in a statement.

Russian Army discharges several Indian 'helpers', 1 killed in action

Russian Army discharges several Indian 'helpers', 1 killed in action

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

A 23-year-old man from Surat working as a 'helper' for the Russian Army was killed in a Ukrainian missile strike in a war zone, as per the claim made by his relatives.

Hung verdict in Pak, Sharif bids to form govt with Army backing

Hung verdict in Pak, Sharif bids to form govt with Army backing

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

The three main political parties in Pakistan on Sunday intensified their efforts for the formation of a coalition government after it became clear that the coup-prone country faced a hung Parliament after general elections marred by allegations of rigging.

Manipur tribal body disappointed over Shah's LS remarks on ethnic clashes

Manipur tribal body disappointed over Shah's LS remarks on ethnic clashes

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

The ITLF said Mizoram has welcomed more than 40,000 refugees from Myanmar and displaced people from Manipur, and it is still the most peaceful state in India.

'Geo-economics will reshape the military's role'

'Geo-economics will reshape the military's role'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2006

Tyagi has said that in the changing phase of international relations, economic security also becomes vital.

Israeli tanks reach strategic intersection in Gaza City

Israeli tanks reach strategic intersection in Gaza City

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Gaza based channels reported spotting IDF tanks at the Netzer intersection in Gaza City, a strategic point deep inside the enclave.

PLA to deploy robot cooks to prevent food waste

PLA to deploy robot cooks to prevent food waste

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

The PLA launched a campaign to stop food waste and cultivate thrifty habits in the military under the "clean plate" campaign launched by President Xi Jinping.

'We have taught the Chinese some lessons'

'We have taught the Chinese some lessons'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'In Eastern Ladakh the Chinese attempted salami slicing.' 'Our response has been superb. Our military has responded magnificently.'

Won't renounce use of force to unify Taiwan: Xi at CPC

Won't renounce use of force to unify Taiwan: Xi at CPC

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

Taiwan considers itself a sovereign state -- but China views the self-ruled island as a breakaway province. Beijing has not ruled out the possible use of force to achieve unification.

No boots on ground, no military base in Maldives: US

No boots on ground, no military base in Maldives: US

Rediff.com7 May 2013

Ruling out the possibility of establishing a military base or having permanent boots on the ground in Maldives, a top Barack Obama administration official has said that the United States has consulted India on the Status of Forces Agreement, which it is currently negotiating with the island nation.

White House: Modi's US visit was not about...

White House: Modi's US visit was not about...

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Modi on Saturday left for Egypt after concluding his state visit during which he held wide-ranging talks with President Joe Biden and addressed the joint session of the US Congress.

'Strongly oppose' India's abstention on Gaza vote at UN: Sonia

'Strongly oppose' India's abstention on Gaza vote at UN: Sonia

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Sonia aid the Congress has been consistent over the years in its strong belief that both the Palestinians and Israelis have the right to live in a just peace.

BJP's Swamy moves HC over RTI denial on Chinese encroachment

BJP's Swamy moves HC over RTI denial on Chinese encroachment

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Justice Subramonium Prasad issued notice to the Centre seeking its stand on the former MP's petition for a direction to the authorities to give an "effective response" to his query.

Hamas attack: Horrific details of sexual violence emerge

Hamas attack: Horrific details of sexual violence emerge

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

The investigation identified at least seven locations where Israeli women and girls appear to have been sexually assaulted or mutilated.

Is That North Korea's Next Ruler?

Is That North Korea's Next Ruler?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Glimpses from the military parade to mark the 75th anniversary of North Korea's army at Kim Il Sung Square in Pyongyang.

Gaza kids undergoing surgeries without anaesthesia

Gaza kids undergoing surgeries without anaesthesia

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Amid Israel's retaliation against the Hamas' surprise attack on October 7, hospitals in the Gaza Strip are nearing collapse without electricity and basic supplies and doctors have to decide on which patients get ventilators, who gets any medical treatment at all or who gets resuscitated, The New York Times reported.

'Military still the most powerful institution in Pakistan'

'Military still the most powerful institution in Pakistan'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

'It has a natural inclination to foster as much competition among civilian politicians as possible.'

Zelenskyy Visits Newly Freed Kherson

Zelenskyy Visits Newly Freed Kherson

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Kherson on Monday, days after his country's military recaptured the city from Russian control, even as Moscow insisted that Kherson remained part of its territory.

Chinese reserve forces brought under Xi's leadership

Chinese reserve forces brought under Xi's leadership

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Currently, the reserve forces are under the dual leadership of military organs and local Communist Party committees and they would be brought under the control of the ruling party and the CMC from July 1, the state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

Modi wraps up Central Asia tour, heads home

Modi wraps up Central Asia tour, heads home

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday left for home after wrapping up his eight-day whirlwind tour of five Central Asian countries and Russia during which ties with these nations were strengthened and India was accepted as a full member of the SCO.

Soldier attacked in Kerala, 'PFI' painted on body; Army launches probe

Soldier attacked in Kerala, 'PFI' painted on body; Army launches probe

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Military Intelligence personnel have reached the spot and would be directing the investigation into the alleged assault on the soldier.

Why is China Focusing on Tibet?

Why is China Focusing on Tibet?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Wang Yang and Xi Jinping's visits signal the beginning of a major Chinese push to bring about a transformation of Tibet, observes Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RA&W officer.

3 martyred Indian peacekeepers to be conferred prestigious UN medal

3 martyred Indian peacekeepers to be conferred prestigious UN medal

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Three Indian peacekeepers, who lost their lives serving under the UN flag last year, are among the 103 military, police, and civilian peacekeepers who will be honoured posthumously with a prestigious medal in the United Nations for their service and supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.

Blast near Israeli embassy: What the cops have found so far

Blast near Israeli embassy: What the cops have found so far

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Officials probing a blast that occurred near the Israeli embassy in New Delhi suspect it was a well-orchestrated plan, knowing that no CCTV camera was installed on Prithviraj Road, police sources said on Wednesday.

Up to 28 killed by Turkey car bomb targeting military personnel

Up to 28 killed by Turkey car bomb targeting military personnel

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

The explosion hit three military vehicles and a private vehicle in central Ankara, near Turkish parliament buildings, Turkey's semiofficial Anadolu news agency reported, citing Ankara Governor Mehmet Kiliclar. The vehicles were stopped for a traffic light at the time, the military said.

Moving towards long-term military ties with India: US

Moving towards long-term military ties with India: US

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

The United States is moving forward to develop a long-term strategic military partnership with India, a top American military commander said, noting that in the long run, India's role in security in a peaceful Indian Ocean is critical.