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Another Russian snub: India puts $8.6 bn fighter on hold

Another Russian snub: India puts $8.6 bn fighter on hold

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

The cancellation of the project has far-reaching implications for the IAF, for which this was once its high-tech future fighter.

Islamic State regional coordinator among 4 arrested in Bangladesh

Islamic State regional coordinator among 4 arrested in Bangladesh

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Bangladesh police has arrested 4 alleged members of Islamic State militant group, including its regional coordinator who frequently travelled to India, Pakistan and other countries, and seized laptops and jihadi leaflets from their possession.

What will Pakistan's response be?

What will Pakistan's response be?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

'Having spent four years in that country and been able to assess the thought process of their military up close, I am of the opinion that a reprisal is inevitable.' 'The Pak military lives in a high ego make believe world (even believing a nuclear war is fightable!) and I know they WILL respond soon enough,' says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

How can women excel in their careers

How can women excel in their careers

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Explore your strengths. Build credibility and confidence.

Will the Apple model work for Maruti?

Will the Apple model work for Maruti?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

With Nexa, the value-for-money mass-market car maker hopes to attract premium buyers. Sangeeta Tanwar reports.

'Isolated Al-Qaeda chief losing recruits, funds to ISIS'

'Isolated Al-Qaeda chief losing recruits, funds to ISIS'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Al-Qaeda's reclusive chief Ayman al-Zawahiri is cut off from his top commanders and keeping the outfit afloat only through loyalty as the once world's most feared terror group is steadily losing recruits and funding sources to its splinter faction -- the Islamic State.

India should do more to maintain peace in border areas: China

India should do more to maintain peace in border areas: China

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

China's military on Thursday expressed concern over India's plan to construct 54 new border posts in Arunachal Pradesh, saying India should not complicate the situation.

Burhan Wani's father: Discussed Kashmir with Sri Sri

Burhan Wani's father: Discussed Kashmir with Sri Sri

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

Wani said he also asked Sri Sri to use his influence in finding a solution to Kashmir problem.

Terror-struck Pakistan university reopens

Terror-struck Pakistan university reopens

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Eight policemen will be stationed on the university premises and a mobile van will be deployed outside. Four female university employees would be tasked with keeping an eye on female students

US offers Rs 127 crore reward for info on 4 Islamic State leaders

US offers Rs 127 crore reward for info on 4 Islamic State leaders

Rediff.com6 May 2015

The United States has offered rewards amounting to USD 20 million (around Rs 127 crore) for tips on whereabouts of four top leaders of the Islamic State, a day after the terror group claimed responsibility for its first attack on American soil.

A test of RIL's core competence

A test of RIL's core competence

Rediff.com28 May 2015

No one is quite sure when the soft launch is likely.

26/11 mastermind Hafeez Saeed arrested in Pak

26/11 mastermind Hafeez Saeed arrested in Pak

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

Saeed, has been moved to an unknown location.

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

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.

Turkey declares 3-month state of emergency after failed coup

Turkey declares 3-month state of emergency after failed coup

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

Erdogan suggested in an interview with Al-Jazeera that coup plotters might still be active in the weeks ahead.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

In boost to its firepower, IAF inducts 8 Apache choppers

In boost to its firepower, IAF inducts 8 Apache choppers

Rediff.com4 Sep 2019

The AH-64E Apache is one of the world's most advanced multi-role combat helicopters, and is flown by the US army.

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.

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

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.

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.

'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'

Maharashtra's COVID-19 crisis: Why is Pawar missing in action?

Maharashtra's COVID-19 crisis: Why is Pawar missing in action?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

The most experienced administrator in the country seems to have sat back and allowed bureaucrats and policemen to manage the lockdown, observes Jyoti Punwani.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

'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.''

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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