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Rana will be convicted in India, may face death: Ex-home secretary

Rana will be convicted in India, may face death: Ex-home secretary

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, an accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited to India from the US. Former home secretaries believe he will be convicted and could face the death penalty. Rana was an associate of David Coleman Headley, who played a key role in the attacks. The extradition is seen as a significant achievement for India and a message to terrorists that they will face justice. Rana's testimony is expected to provide valuable information about the planning and execution of the attacks.

IPL 2025: How smart auction strategy sparked RCB's dream run

IPL 2025: How smart auction strategy sparked RCB's dream run

Rediff.com31 May 2025

The appointment of Mo Bobat and Andy Flower and Dinesh Karthik into the coaching staff changed the template, and it reflected in RCB's approach in the auction room in 2024.

Security tightened outside Delhi court ahead of Rana's appearance

Security tightened outside Delhi court ahead of Rana's appearance

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Security has been heightened outside the Patiala House Court in Delhi ahead of the expected appearance of Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, who was extradited from the US, is likely to be produced in court on Thursday. The Delhi Police and paramilitary forces are carrying out thorough security checks to prevent any untoward incidents.

Tahawwur Rana produced in court; NIA seeks 20-day custody

Tahawwur Rana produced in court; NIA seeks 20-day custody

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key figure in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited from the US to India and produced before a Delhi court. Rana, a close associate of David Coleman Headley, was brought to India after the US Supreme Court dismissed his review plea against extradition. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has sought 20 days of custody to interrogate Rana, citing clinching evidence, including emails. The agency believes that Rana's interrogation is critical to understanding the larger conspiracy behind the attacks and his role in planning them.

PSL match postponed; English players may return home

PSL match postponed; English players may return home

Rediff.com8 May 2025

PSL match between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi in Rawalpindi rescheduled

War Doesn't End After A Ceasefire

War Doesn't End After A Ceasefire

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Because the aftermath of what happened before continues long after. War breeds hostility and hatred and creates mistrust and greed. It extinguishes humanity and breaks the human spirit, argues Aarti David.

Matt Henry replaces David Willey in Lucknow Super Giants squad

Matt Henry replaces David Willey in Lucknow Super Giants squad

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Matt Henry joins LSG at his base price of Rs 1.25 crore.

Why RR Languishes In 9th Spot

Why RR Languishes In 9th Spot

Rediff.com21 May 2025

RR lost as many as 5 games this IPL after being in a seemingly winning position. Had they managed to win those games, they would have sealed a playoff spot.

Sitaare Zameen Par: Aamir Gives Us Another Worthy Cause

Sitaare Zameen Par: Aamir Gives Us Another Worthy Cause

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Underdog stories always appeal to the audience if made well, and Aamir Khan's presence guarantees that, assures Deepa Gahlot.

DC Vs LSG: Who Fielded Best?

DC Vs LSG: Who Fielded Best?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

As many as 17 wickets fell in the match between Delhi Capitals and LSG in which 12 were caught dismissals.

5 Reasons For RCB's Dream Run

5 Reasons For RCB's Dream Run

Rediff.com30 May 2025

RCB's success so far in IPL 2025 hasn't just rested on Kohli and Hazlewood.

PIX: Rice's free-kick double as Arsenal rout Real Madrid

PIX: Rice's free-kick double as Arsenal rout Real Madrid

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

A summary of Tuesday's Champions League first leg quarter-finals between Arsenal and Real Madrid, and Inter Milan and Bayern Munich.

Tahawwur Rana likely to be lodged in Tihar Jail

Tahawwur Rana likely to be lodged in Tihar Jail

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-born Canadian national accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, is likely to be lodged in a high-security ward in Tihar jail upon his extradition from the US. Rana, a close associate of David Coleman Headley, a US citizen who was also involved in the attacks, will be brought to India after his last-ditch attempt to evade extradition was rejected by the US Supreme Court. The attacks, which lasted nearly 60 hours, resulted in the deaths of 166 people and sent shockwaves across the country.

Timeline of Tahawwur Rana's extradition from US

Timeline of Tahawwur Rana's extradition from US

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-born Canadian national accused of playing a role in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited from the United States to India. Rana was arrested in the US in 2009 and convicted in 2011 for providing material support to the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror group, which carried out the Mumbai attacks. He had been fighting extradition since 2012, but the US Supreme Court ultimately denied his review petition, paving the way for his transfer to India. Rana will now face trial in India for his alleged role in the attacks, which killed 166 people.

Salt-Kohli brace for Archer showdown as RCB, RR clash

Salt-Kohli brace for Archer showdown as RCB, RR clash

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Openers Phil Salt and Virat Kohli will brace for a fiery showdown against thunderbolts from express pacer Jofra Archer as Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru look to get back to winning ways in the IPL match in Jaipur on Sunday.

Forex reserves swell $10.87 bn to $676.27 bn

Forex reserves swell $10.87 bn to $676.27 bn

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

India's forex reserves jumped $10.87 billion to $676.27 billion during the week ended April 4, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Friday. The overall kitty had jumped $6.6 billion to $665.4 billion in the previous reporting week.

England's David Willey quits with 'deep regret'

England's David Willey quits with 'deep regret'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

England's David Willey took the decision to quit international cricket with "deep regret", the seamer said after his team's consolation victory over Pakistan at the World Cup on Saturday.

Rana lodged at NIA headquarters amid high security

Rana lodged at NIA headquarters amid high security

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Security has been heightened outside the National Investigation Agency (NIA) headquarters in New Delhi, where Tahawwur Rana, the mastermind of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, is being held following his extradition from the United States. Rana was brought to India after the US Supreme Court dismissed his review plea against extradition. The NIA secured an 18-day custody of Rana after he was produced before a special court in Delhi. Additional police and paramilitary forces have been deployed to ensure law and order. The extradition of Rana, a close associate of David Coleman Headley, the main conspirator of the Mumbai attacks, is a significant development in the investigation into the 2008 attacks.

IPL PIX: RCB seal top-two spot; Pant ton goes in vain

IPL PIX: RCB seal top-two spot; Pant ton goes in vain

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets and secured place in IPL Qualifier 1.

Axar appreciates DC's winning streak

Axar appreciates DC's winning streak

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

DC skipper Axar Patel said four wins in four matches had given the team a huge boost in morale.

Big Upset! Crystal Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup title

Big Upset! Crystal Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup title

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze sparked a massive south London party by scoring the only goal to win the FA Cup 1-0 against Manchester City on Saturday and claim the club's first major trophy in their history.

'Miller's departure won't affect Gujarat Titans'

'Miller's departure won't affect Gujarat Titans'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Gujarat Titans batting coach Parthiv Patel said it is very difficult to fill David Miller's shoes but his side has players who can do the job.

Tahawwur Rana's NIA custody extended for 12 days

Tahawwur Rana's NIA custody extended for 12 days

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

A Delhi court on Monday extended by 12 more days the NIA custody of 26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Hussain Rana.

How RCB's Chase Fell Apart

How RCB's Chase Fell Apart

Rediff.com24 May 2025

RCB squandered a golden opportunity to seal a top-two finish on the IPL points table.

Can Rajasthan Royals beat LSG and end losing run?

Can Rajasthan Royals beat LSG and end losing run?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

With just two wins from seven games, the Royals, languishing at eighth on the table, come into the contest on the back of a gut-wrenching Super Over defeat to Delhi Capitals.

This Shahrukh Khan is 'big fan' of David Miller

This Shahrukh Khan is 'big fan' of David Miller

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Shahrukh Khan revealed his admiration for South African star David Miller.

Kohli's Epic Run-Out and 4-Run Dash Go Viral

Kohli's Epic Run-Out and 4-Run Dash Go Viral

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

On a sweltering Sunday in Mullanpur, Virat Kohli reminded everyone why he's still the ultimate entertainer in the IPL.

Nothing to do with Canadian national Tahawwur Rana: Pak

Nothing to do with Canadian national Tahawwur Rana: Pak

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Pakistan has denied any connection to Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, a Canadian national, has not renewed his Pakistani documents for over two decades, according to the Foreign Office spokesperson.

'Dawood Is De Facto Ruler Of Pakistan'

'Dawood Is De Facto Ruler Of Pakistan'

Rediff.com15 May 2025

'He decides who will be Pakistan's prime minister, president, even provincial chief ministers.'

Canada's Carney snatches victory from jaws of defeat, thanks to Trump

Canada's Carney snatches victory from jaws of defeat, thanks to Trump

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

In a dramatic turn of events, Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party secured victory in Canada's federal election, overcoming earlier predictions of defeat.

Sarfaraz spills out Pakistan's plan to spoil David Warner's farewell

Sarfaraz spills out Pakistan's plan to spoil David Warner's farewell

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Pakistan's experienced wicketkeeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed laid out the team's plans to ruin Australia's star batter David Warner's farewell Test series.

Boom Boom! Bumrah is back for Mumbai Indians

Boom Boom! Bumrah is back for Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Jasprit Bumrah is back in action after a three-month injury lay-off.

Hasaranga's Pushpa Celebration!

Hasaranga's Pushpa Celebration!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

After dismissing KKR Skipper Ajinkya Rahane, he came up with the move popularised by Telugu star Allu Arjun in the blockbuster movie Pushpa.

Malaika-Arjun Party With David Beckham

Malaika-Arjun Party With David Beckham

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

David Beckham got a taste of a Bollywood bash when Sonam Kapoor Ahuja invited him for a house party.

Rana extradition: Sibal lauds UPA, NDA; says Pak role will become clearer

Rana extradition: Sibal lauds UPA, NDA; says Pak role will become clearer

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has congratulated both the previous UPA government and the current dispensation for the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the mastermind behind the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Sibal expressed confidence that the extradition will shed light on the involvement of individuals within Pakistan's establishment in the attacks. Rana is being questioned by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to uncover the full extent of the conspiracy behind the deadly 2008 terror strikes. Sibal highlighted the efforts of the UPA government in establishing the NIA and pursuing Rana's extradition, and also acknowledged the current government's success in bringing him back to India. The interrogation is expected to focus on Rana's potential ties to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and his role in the Mumbai attacks.

Rana plotted several attacks like 26/11, NIA tells court

Rana plotted several attacks like 26/11, NIA tells court

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has alleged that key conspirator Tahawwur Rana, who has been remanded to 18-day NIA custody, devised terror plots similar to the 26/11 Mumbai attacks that were meant to target multiple Indian cities. The NIA believes that the tactics used in the Mumbai attacks were intended for execution in other cities as well, and that similar plots were developed elsewhere. Rana will be questioned in detail in order to unravel the complete conspiracy behind the deadly 2008 attacks, which saw 166 persons being killed and over 238 sustaining wounds.

Barca coach Flick fumes over refereeing decisions in defeat at Inter

Barca coach Flick fumes over refereeing decisions in defeat at Inter

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was upset over several refereeing decisions in his side's 4-3 loss at Inter Milan that stopped the Catalans reaching their first Champions League final in a decade after an extra-time goal by home substitute Davide Frattesi.

Rohit trails Kohli as he attains new landmark in IPL

Rohit trails Kohli as he attains new landmark in IPL

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

This season, Rohit has scored 158 runs in seven innings at an average of 26.33, with a strike rate of 154.90, with a fifty to his name.

Rohit Joins Kohli Club, Overtakes Pollard Too!

Rohit Joins Kohli Club, Overtakes Pollard Too!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Rohit Sharma scored a fluent 70 off 46 balls, laced with 8 boundaries and 3 sixes, helping his side comfortably chase down a target of 144.

Jos Buttler Overtakes Pooran As MVP

Jos Buttler Overtakes Pooran As MVP

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2025 after Game 55.