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Carnac Bridge renamed 'Sindoor Bridge' to honour military op: Fadnavis

Carnac Bridge renamed 'Sindoor Bridge' to honour military op: Fadnavis

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The reconstructed Carnac Road Over Bridge in Mumbai has been renamed 'Sindoor Bridge' as a tribute to the Indian military's 'Operation Sindoor'. The bridge, rebuilt after being declared unsafe, aims to ease traffic congestion in south Mumbai.

The Malayalee Who Captained UAE's Cricket Team

The Malayalee Who Captained UAE's Cricket Team

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

C P Rizwan led the UAE to its first win in a T20 World Cup match, played 42 ODIs and 18 T20Is before he retired this week. 'I end my international career with a heavy heart, but I feel proud of what I have achieved,' Rizwan tells K R Nayar.

BEWARE! 5 Jobs That Are At Risk From AI

BEWARE! 5 Jobs That Are At Risk From AI

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Graphic designers, writers, testers, draftsmen and editors are seeing their traditional roles replaced by AI, warns Dr Anshuka Kulkarni, associate professor and head, School of Creative Studies, DYPU.

Indian, Pakistan armies hold flag meet in J-K

Indian, Pakistan armies hold flag meet in J-K

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

India and Pakistan on Monday agreed to exercise restraint and take steps to defuse tension on the Line of Control.

Salute! India's First Ethnic Gorkha General

Salute! India's First Ethnic Gorkha General

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Lieutenant General Shakti Gurung deserves to be complimented in telling his life story and that of his people, as subaltern communities within this vast and diverse nation of ours clamour for recognition and a plea for their voices to be heard and their aspirations to be met, notes Lieutenant General Gautam Moorthy.

How Census 2027 Will Be Done

How Census 2027 Will Be Done

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

'There will be not less than 31 lakh people working in the census process.'

What's Kangana's Mountain Story?

What's Kangana's Mountain Story?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Kangana Ranaut opens a cafe in Mandi, her Lok Sabha constituency.

Nimrat's Dream Comes True

Nimrat's Dream Comes True

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Her father Major Bhupendra Singh's statue was unveiled in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, on his 72nd birth anniversary on October 25.

3 Cheers For These Navy Lady Officers!

3 Cheers For These Navy Lady Officers!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A have successfully crossed the most dangerous passage in their historic 8-month sailing expedition around the globe.

'I Wouldn't Change Anything In Sholay'

'I Wouldn't Change Anything In Sholay'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'Sholay had a sargam of human emotions.'

'Being In The Fauj Is Most Glorious'

'Being In The Fauj Is Most Glorious'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

'No matter how much you get paid or how successful you get, nothing can match the fauj.'

Journalist Rana Ayyub booked for 'spreading anti-India sentiment'

Journalist Rana Ayyub booked for 'spreading anti-India sentiment'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Delhi Police on Tuesday informed a court that a first information report (FIR) was registered against journalist Rana Ayyub for allegedly making derogatory posts in 2016-17, including 'insults to Hindu deities, spreading of anti-India sentiment and incitement of religious disharmony'.

'Our Daughter Made Our Dreams Come True'

'Our Daughter Made Our Dreams Come True'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Ashok Mehlan's daughter Sheetal is among the first batch of girls to graduate from NDA.

From the Indian Army to the fashion ramp

From the Indian Army to the fashion ramp

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

Nikita Sahay was a captain in the Indian Army when she decided to quit her job and pursue her childhood dream. After a lot of failed attempts, Sahay, now 26, is finally living her dream and is happy at that.

Operation Sindoor: India avenges Pahalgam as missiles hit sites in Pak, Pok

Operation Sindoor: India avenges Pahalgam as missiles hit sites in Pak, Pok

Rediff.com8 May 2025

In a strong retaliation to the Pahalgam massacre, India's armed forces early Wednesday destroyed nine terror sites including that of Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) using deep strike missiles in a 25-minute-long 'measured and non-escalatory' mission.

Air India confirms 241 deaths in Ahmedabad plane crash

Air India confirms 241 deaths in Ahmedabad plane crash

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Air India has confirmed that 241 people on board its London-bound flight were killed when the aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday.

Army helicopter crashes in Tawang, pilot killed

Army helicopter crashes in Tawang, pilot killed

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

The incident happened around 10 am during a routine sortie in a forward area, defence spokesperson Col AS Walia said.

'527 Soldiers Gave Their Lives In Kargil'

'527 Soldiers Gave Their Lives In Kargil'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'People are enjoying freedom in everyday life because of their sacrifice.'

'I'd Like To Think I'm The Cool Dad'

'I'd Like To Think I'm The Cool Dad'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Today, says Ajit Menon, CEO, PGIM India Mutual Fund, he's pretty much cruising on the parenting highway but that wasn't always the case.

UPSC Prelims 2025: Important Last Minute Tips

UPSC Prelims 2025: Important Last Minute Tips

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Major Inderpaul Singh (retd), who served in the Indian Army for eight years and currently works as a life coach, shares valuable advice for UPSC aspirants giving their exam this year.

'We Would Rain Hellfire On The Pakistanis'

'We Would Rain Hellfire On The Pakistanis'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'5465 was over 17,000 feet -- our eyes were out of the sockets by the time we got to the top.' 'We had not eaten in 2-3 days and climbed in extremely difficult terrain.' 'I was there for 5-6 days, but had to be evacuated because I started vomiting blood.'

Exclusive! The mantra that handed the Indian Army victory in 1971

Exclusive! The mantra that handed the Indian Army victory in 1971

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

Air Vice Marshal Arjun Subramaniam lists the major operational takeaways from the 1971 War in his new book 'India's Wars, A Military History, 1947-1971'.

'Indian' hackers disable Canadian army website amid diplomatic row: Report

'Indian' hackers disable Canadian army website amid diplomatic row: Report

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Amid the ongoing diplomatic tussle between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a group of hackers claiming to be Indian Cyber Force temporarily disabled the official website of Canadian army, The Telegraph, London, reported on Thursday.

The Sikandar You Must Watch Instead

The Sikandar You Must Watch Instead

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Salman Khan's Sikandar may not be the spectacle one hoped it would be. Many decades ago, Sohrab Modi made the historical extravaganza Sikandar that continues to inspire audiences today.

Indira Gandhi Or Modi: Who's India's Strongest PM?

Indira Gandhi Or Modi: Who's India's Strongest PM?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Mrs Gandhi's power ebbed and peaked with the times. Mr Modi's has almost been constant, barring the few months of hard dip after the 240 seats of 2024, points out Shekhar Gupta.

200-Year-Old Border Dispute Sparks India-Nepal Tensions

200-Year-Old Border Dispute Sparks India-Nepal Tensions

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Nepal's claim on Lipulekh and Kalapani reopens a 200-year-old border dispute, while historical maps and treaties show the area belongs to India, asserts Lieutenant General Shakti Gurung (retd).

The Girls' Topper At NDA Exam Is...

The Girls' Topper At NDA Exam Is...

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Rutuja Warhade secured the first spot among girls and third in all India ranking. She will join the National Defence Academy in June and hopes to become an army pilot.

Media baron Sanjog Gupta is ICC's new CEO

Media baron Sanjog Gupta is ICC's new CEO

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

'I look forward to contributing to the next phase of cricket's evolution, expanding its global footprint, enhancing the fan experience, and working closely with ICC Member Boards to build on our strong foundations.'

Squash legend Raj Manchanda passes into the ages

Squash legend Raj Manchanda passes into the ages

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Raj Manchanda was the undisputed national champion from 1977 to 1982 and won an unprecedented 11 titles for the Services.

The Pani Puri Deal That's Going Viral

The Pani Puri Deal That's Going Viral

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

The pani puri vendor is drawing attention with exclusive deals, including a lifetime unlimited pani puri offer for Rs 99,000 and a Rs 21,000 reward for anyone who can eat 151 pani puris in one sitting.

'His Karma Was To Sacrifice His Life For The Nation'

'His Karma Was To Sacrifice His Life For The Nation'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Major Padmapani Acharya was awarded the Mahavir Chakra for his courage in the Kargil War.

What President Murmu told soldiers at Siachen base camp

What President Murmu told soldiers at Siachen base camp

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Addressing the troops, she said in difficult situations like heavy snowfall and minus 50 degrees temperature, they present extraordinary examples of sacrifice and tolerance in protecting the motherland.

'India Changed My Life'

'India Changed My Life'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Acharya Jonas Masetti, a Vedanta scholar from Brazil, was awarded the Padma Shri for teaching the Vedas, the Bhagavad Gita, Sanskrit, Yoga, Meditation and Indian spiritualism abroad.

The Army Doctor Who Died Saving His Men

The Army Doctor Who Died Saving His Men

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Captain Anshuman Singh sacrificed his life saving the men entrusted to his medical care in the highest traditions of doctors that serve in the military.

Should India Be Worried About Asim Munir?

Should India Be Worried About Asim Munir?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

India had better be prepared. Munir could be back at our throats soon, even within the next 12 months, warns Shekhar Gupta.

When President Murmu Visited Siachen

When President Murmu Visited Siachen

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The memorial is a symbol of the sacrifice of soldiers and officers who have been martyred since the Indian Army began Operation Meghdoot on the Siachen Glacier on April 13, 1984.

Armed Forces Transformation Key To Strong And Secure Bharat

Armed Forces Transformation Key To Strong And Secure Bharat

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

De-centralised execution should drive the operational concept and support military strategy, under a unified command architecture. Enablers and technology need to be positioned first for such an activity to be undertaken, recommends Lieutenant General Anil Chait (retd).

Never trust your enemy, even if ..., Army ex-chief Gen Malik tells forces

Never trust your enemy, even if ..., Army ex-chief Gen Malik tells forces

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

He said his biggest takeaway from the Kargil war is that the enemy cannot be trusted even if there is "political show" of friendship.

Pak, Turkiye strengthen ties as Sharif meets Erdogan

Pak, Turkiye strengthen ties as Sharif meets Erdogan

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to review bilateral relations and reaffirm their commitment to strengthening their strategic partnership. The two leaders discussed joint ventures and enhanced bilateral investment in key sectors, aiming to achieve a $5 billion annual bilateral trade target. They also expressed gratitude for mutual support during recent tensions with India. The meeting was described as "warm and most cordial," highlighting the deep-rooted historical ties between Pakistan and Turkey.

Army recalls 'bloody nose' given to PLA at Battle of Walong 60 years ago

Army recalls 'bloody nose' given to PLA at Battle of Walong 60 years ago

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

The Indian Army is celebrating the diamond jubilee of the Battle of Walong which is as an example of bravery and sacrifice made by the bravehearts of the force in the face of Chinese aggression in 1962.