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The Star Trek mystique is alive and well

The Star Trek mystique is alive and well

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Star Trek is middle-aged and a bit tired but it's definitely here to stay, feels Shuma Raha.

Trump sends clear warning to Pak; seeks India's help in Afghanistan

Trump sends clear warning to Pak; seeks India's help in Afghanistan

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

'Islamabad receives billions in aid from the US but continues to harbour terrorists,' he said.

A plan for CDS Rawat to consider

A plan for CDS Rawat to consider

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

As India's international role expands, so must our capabilities, says Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

Triumph Motorcycles is betting big on India!

Triumph Motorcycles is betting big on India!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

The company has launched Thunderbird LT as its 12th bike in the country, says Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com

Inside Vietnam's extraordinary underground military base

Inside Vietnam's extraordinary underground military base

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Kanika Datta visits the Cu Chi military tunnels -- a testimony to a plucky little country's 30-year war of resistance against, first, French colonisers and, then, the US.

Why it's time for a social media primer for brands

Why it's time for a social media primer for brands

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Online bullies, haters, trolls - call them what you will - are the blight of social media, for not just individual users but also brands and companies.

IS-linked terror group was in touch with men close to Baghdadi

IS-linked terror group was in touch with men close to Baghdadi

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

The recently busted pan-India terror module was in "constant touch" with people perceived to be close to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the feared leader of the Islamic State, receiving instructions for carrying out explosions at important places ahead of the Republic day.

Jewar airport needs to chart its own path

Jewar airport needs to chart its own path

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

And learn what not to do from the so far jinxed Navi Mumbai International Airport.

PHOTOS: Bravehearts battle floods to save stranded Kashmiris

PHOTOS: Bravehearts battle floods to save stranded Kashmiris

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

With flood waters receding, the armed forces have stepped up its rescue operations in Jammu and Kashmir

REVEALED: How our navy is keeping our waters safe

REVEALED: How our navy is keeping our waters safe

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

The Indian Navy has stepped up its game with new surveillance and modernised equipment and ships that enables it to combat any challenge

Jet Airways pilots warn of agitation over salary arrears

Jet Airways pilots warn of agitation over salary arrears

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

Jet Airways pilots have warned the management of agitation if the airline fails to offer a concrete plan on payment of arrears amounting to Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) by August 20.

After hitting a six in IPL, Sony channels eye big sponsors for FIFA World Cup

After hitting a six in IPL, Sony channels eye big sponsors for FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

The event will be telecast on MSM's sports channels -- Sony Six and Sony Six HD in English - and Sony Aath, the network's only regional channel, in Bengali.

'Trump has put Pakistan on notice for harbouring terrorists'

'Trump has put Pakistan on notice for harbouring terrorists'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

'For too long Pakistan has provided safe haven to the Taliban and many terrorist organisations, but those days are over'

BSF issues guidelines for maintaining high quality of food

BSF issues guidelines for maintaining high quality of food

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

If he is mentally-ill, then why was he sent to the border and was put on duty? asks jawan's kin.

India, ISIS, Sri Lanka and the US: What's going on?

India, ISIS, Sri Lanka and the US: What's going on?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks, allegations have been made that the Muslim militants in Sri Lanka draw sustenance from India. An overarching impression is being created that the ISIS is gaining ground in India, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

US successfully tests ICBM intercepts

US successfully tests ICBM intercepts

Rediff.com31 May 2017

The US military fired an intercontinental ballistic missile-type weapon on Tuesday from the Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. It then fired a missile to intercept it from Vandenberg air force base in California.

Curfew extended to more areas in Kashmir, body of youth found

Curfew extended to more areas in Kashmir, body of youth found

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Body of Reyaz Ahmad, with a big perforation in the abdomen, was found outside Shri Maharaja Hari Singh Hospital.

PLA accelerates fortification of Indian border: Report

PLA accelerates fortification of Indian border: Report

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

In fact, given the current tensions and massed troops on both sides, there is a danger that the LAC will become more like the Line of Control with Pakistan, a heavily fortified and strongly defended border where weapon fire exchanges regularly occur. Indeed, Stratfor Worldview research has listed a sharp increase in new Chinese facilities along the LAC in 2019-20.

6 terrorists, 1 soldier, 1 civilian killed in Shopian encounter

6 terrorists, 1 soldier, 1 civilian killed in Shopian encounter

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

The official said five civilians received bullet injuries in the cross-firing near the gunfight site.

'The separatists have to be made irrelevant'

'The separatists have to be made irrelevant'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

'That cannot be done till they roam around free, get money from Pakistan and seek attention.' 'The cycle of violence was very cleverly generated.' 'During night patrolling when it was discovered that dumper trucks were unloading heaps of stones in various places, it was the first indicator that there would be trouble.' 'Wherever stones were dumped, the stones were taken by the police to construction sites.' 'It was a laborious task, but we did it rigorously.' 'We had to use some smart tactics and soft skills to defeat the cycle of violence.''

Army deployed in Assam; stones pelted at CM's home

Army deployed in Assam; stones pelted at CM's home

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

A day after total shutdown in Assam to protest against the CAB, fresh protests erupted in the state and neighbouring Tripura and other parts of the nation.

Why Maruti will phase out diesel cars

Why Maruti will phase out diesel cars

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

The diesel car becomes too expensive with BS-VI and market assessment says the customer will not buy it at that price, says R C Bhargava, chairman, MSIL. He expects buyer preference to change swiftly in favour of petrol, CNG, and other alternative technologies.

India's latest communication satellite launched on board European vehicle

India's latest communication satellite launched on board European vehicle

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

The GSAT-31 is a 'high power' communication satellite going to serve and replace some of the satellites that are going to expire soon.

How the Internet was born, 25 years ago

How the Internet was born, 25 years ago

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

November 12 marks 25 years of the beginning of the World Wide Web. Shivanand Kanavi gives us the story of how it all began.

Can strike nuke targets in Pak; ready for two-front war: IAF chief

Can strike nuke targets in Pak; ready for two-front war: IAF chief

Rediff.com6 Oct 2017

Air Chief Marshal said his force is ready for a full spectrum operation but added that any decision on surgical strike involving the IAF has to be taken by the government.

'It's an open fight between uncle and nephew'

'It's an open fight between uncle and nephew'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'Over the years he has been getting a feeling of being sidelined by his uncle.'

Renault sees more steam in Kwid despite volume blips

Renault sees more steam in Kwid despite volume blips

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

Kwid's early success is evident from a number of 50,000 in booking in just about a month of launch in September 2015

Journos BEWARE! Taliban to target media outlets for false report on Sachin

Journos BEWARE! Taliban to target media outlets for false report on Sachin

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

The Pakistani Taliban has said it will target journalists and media organisations for "fabricating" the statement of its spokesperson asking news outlets not to pay tribute to cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on his retirement.

It's time we set our sights beyond Mars

It's time we set our sights beyond Mars

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

Having reached the Red Planet, ISRO can now focus on getting humans in space and secure the resources to do it

Start-ups tap training needs of techies

Start-ups tap training needs of techies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Reskilling and online certification are the biggest earners in the Indian online education market

Was arrested IM operative Zahid Hussain trying to regroup forces?

Was arrested IM operative Zahid Hussain trying to regroup forces?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

Zahid Hussain has been instrumental for the Indian Mujahideen for making a come back after being beaten down by security agencies. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Valley continues to bleed in protest; 50 dead

Valley continues to bleed in protest; 50 dead

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Curfew remained in force in six police station areas of the city, Anantnag town, Kokernag and Khanpora in Baramulla district as restrictions on assembly of four or more people continued in entire Kashmir.

Kashmir tense after Burhan Wani's killing; Amarnath Yatra suspended

Kashmir tense after Burhan Wani's killing; Amarnath Yatra suspended

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

Curfew-like restrictions were imposed on Saturday in parts of Kashmir, including Srinagar city, and Amarnath yatra suspended as authorities apprehended protests in the Valley, where tension prevailed following the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani by security forces.

Handwara: Quell passions, institute inquiry, let things cool down

Handwara: Quell passions, institute inquiry, let things cool down

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

'The Army must always be balanced in response.' 'Rabble rousers will demand that it be given a free hand against anti-national elements in the streets. That is exactly what the adversaries want.' 'Burning the Kashmir Valley through the summer is their desire; the Army will never contribute to enhancing their aim,' says Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd), who served as the General Officer Commanding 15 Corps in Kashmir.

Soon tech maybe the biggest input in your food delivery

Soon tech maybe the biggest input in your food delivery

Rediff.com17 Feb 2019

From using Artificial Learning to Machine Learning to deploying drones food delivery platforms are going all out to reach the extra consumer, says Peerzada Abrar.

How to deal with office politics

How to deal with office politics

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

Group-ism at work is professionally dangerous.

IS terrorist who killed French cops called to turn 'Euro 2016 into a graveyard'

IS terrorist who killed French cops called to turn 'Euro 2016 into a graveyard'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

The 25-year-old attacker called on other Muslims to attack 'police, journalists, public figures, prison guards and rappers,' listing around a dozen well-known figures by name.

Stay off Facebook, Whatsapp: Army's tough rules on use of social media

Stay off Facebook, Whatsapp: Army's tough rules on use of social media

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Faced with an onslaught of unsavoury messages on social media, some purportedly written by retired and serving personnel, the army on Thursday turned to Facebook to caution them against accepting or forwarding messages without verifying facts.

India inducts home-made Akash missile system

India inducts home-made Akash missile system

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

The missile system can target aircraft up to 30 km away, at altitudes up to 18,000 metres. It has the capability to neutralise aerial targets like fighter jets, cruise missiles and air-to-surface missiles.

Scooters are the fastest growing auto segment in India

Scooters are the fastest growing auto segment in India

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

'Currently, scooters contribute to one third of the total domestic two-wheeler market and it continues to grow.' 'That is why many new models are being launched in this category.'