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Reader pix: India at dawn

Reader pix: India at dawn

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

Readers send in their pics of the sunrise from various spots in India. Share yours!

PCB head Ramiz Raza sacked via a tweet

PCB head Ramiz Raza sacked via a tweet

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Raja's exit was only a matter of time after former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who had appointed him last year, was ousted in April after losing a confidence vote in parliament.

Rahul Gandhi's look-alike '2nd most clicked' at Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rahul Gandhi's look-alike '2nd most clicked' at Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

Faisal, who hogs the social media in Jammu and Kashmir says people who are unable to meet and click pictures with Rahul Gandhi, take pictures with him.

'People are still dying and the wounds run deep'

'People are still dying and the wounds run deep'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'You can still hear gunshots, and this time even children know they are not normal.'

Dawn of 'paisa vasool' video parlours

Dawn of 'paisa vasool' video parlours

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

While it is very difficult to ascertain the total number of such screens across the country, a study, commissioned by a film company, projects an annual revenue loss of Rs 436 crore (Rs 4.36 billion) to the film industry from just 500 such screens, which charge only Rs 15 a ticket.

Modi inaugurates Arunachal's first greenfield airport

Modi inaugurates Arunachal's first greenfield airport

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

The airport located at Hollongi, around 15 kilometres from the state capital Itanagar, will link the border state with other Indian cities with commercial flights as well as other parts of Arunachal Pradesh through helicopter services.

200 ambulances, 1200 personnel worked at Odisha train crash site

200 ambulances, 1200 personnel worked at Odisha train crash site

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Balasore district hospital looked like a war zone with the injured lying on stretchers in the corridor and rooms bursting at its seams with extra beds propped up.

Ex-Pak army chief 'wanted me dead': Imran Khan

Ex-Pak army chief 'wanted me dead': Imran Khan

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

Khan had been at loggerheads with Bajwa ever since his ouster from power in April by a no-confidence motion.

Turkey politics heats up over delay in post-quake rescue

Turkey politics heats up over delay in post-quake rescue

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

The confirmed death toll from the deadliest quake in the region in two decades stood at more than 24,000 across southern Turkey and northwest Syria four days after it hit.

Islamabad HC grants two-week bail to Imran Khan

Islamabad HC grants two-week bail to Imran Khan

Rediff.com12 May 2023

A division bench comprising Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb and Justice Saman Rafat Imtiaz heard the Al Qadir trust corruption case, a day after the Supreme Court termed Khan's arrest from the IHC premises on Tuesday as 'invalid and unlawful'.

Pakistan govt hints at legal options to ban Imran Khan's PTI

Pakistan govt hints at legal options to ban Imran Khan's PTI

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

He however clarified that it is ultimately up to the courts to officially ban a political party.

Security beefed up in Islamabad amid Imran Khan's assassination rumours

Security beefed up in Islamabad amid Imran Khan's assassination rumours

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Section 144 has already been imposed in Islamabad and gatherings have been banned, the Islamabad police spokesperson said on Saturday.

When Ex-Cricketer Met Ex-Spy

When Ex-Cricketer Met Ex-Spy

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

The day that Russia invaded Ukraine was the day Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan met Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin.

From Raj to Republic, journey of India's Parliament

From Raj to Republic, journey of India's Parliament

Rediff.com26 May 2023

The old Parliament building, an architectural splendour and a historic landmark that guided the destiny of India for nearly a century and whose illustrious legacy will now be consigned to the pages of history, was inaugurated on January 18, 1927 by the then Viceroy Lord Irwin.

Smoke Spiraling From Manipur Not Visible In Delhi?

Smoke Spiraling From Manipur Not Visible In Delhi?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

There is the problem of regions in the North East being theatre for power-play by nations with borders and influences converging in those parts, which in turn requires a sizable presence of the armed forces, notes Shyam G Menon.

Celebrity fashion designer found dead in Hyderabad home

Celebrity fashion designer found dead in Hyderabad home

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

Prathyusha Garimella had top clients from Tollywood, Bollywood and also from other sectors.

WC PIX: Japan erupts in cheers and tears

WC PIX: Japan erupts in cheers and tears

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Tears of joy in Japan after nail-biting win over Spain

Imran, PM Sharif shower praise on 'brave' Pakistan

Imran, PM Sharif shower praise on 'brave' Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Pakistan, at the same MCG 30 years ago, had beaten England in the final of the 50-overs world Cup under Khan's inspiring leadership.

Imran Khan's party calls for nationwide shutdown, to challenge arrest

Imran Khan's party calls for nationwide shutdown, to challenge arrest

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Pakistan is bracing for another day of violence that broke out in many cities after the arrest of former prime minister Imran Khan for alleged corruption with the leaders of his party announcing a countrywide strike on Wednesday to protest against the fascist government.

Why Anand Mohan Slunk Out Of Jail

Why Anand Mohan Slunk Out Of Jail

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Plans for a 500-car road show were abandoned after the controversy surrounding his release.

Imran Khan alleges abduction by army chief, returns to Lahore home after bail

Imran Khan alleges abduction by army chief, returns to Lahore home after bail

Rediff.com13 May 2023

A triumphant Khan returned to his Lahore home on Saturday after having locked himself in the Islamabad high court premises for hours for fear of re-arrest despite being granted bail on Friday.

Kashmir's first multiplex screens Lal Singh Chaddha on Day 1

Kashmir's first multiplex screens Lal Singh Chaddha on Day 1

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the valley's first multiplex in Sonawar area of Srinagar, ending the three-decade wait of the movie buffs to watch their favourite stars on the big screen.

Rajouri Army camp attack: 1 more soldier dies, toll rises to 5

Rajouri Army camp attack: 1 more soldier dies, toll rises to 5

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

On August 11, two terrorists had attacked an army camp in Rajouri killing four soldiers in a pre-dawn suicide strike that marked the return of 'fidayeen' to Jammu and Kashmir after more than three years.

Modi flags concerns over high food, fuel and fertiliser prices; says unsure when crisis will end

Modi flags concerns over high food, fuel and fertiliser prices; says unsure when crisis will end

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

The world is in a state of crisis and it is difficult to predict how long this state of instability will last, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday referring to various global challenges arising out of conflict, war and terrorism among others. In his opening remarks at the Voice of Global South virtual summit, Modi flagged concerns over rising prices of food, fuel and fertilisers, economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic as well as natural disasters driven by climate change. "We are meeting as a new year dawns and brings new hopes and new energy," Modi said.

Pak PM expresses desire for peaceful ties with India

Pak PM expresses desire for peaceful ties with India

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed his desire for peaceful relations with India based on the principles of 'equity, justice and mutual respect' and the resolution of the Kashmir issue, according to a media report on Friday.

Nitish in Delhi, Tejashwi goes on surprise midnight checks of govt hospitals

Nitish in Delhi, Tejashwi goes on surprise midnight checks of govt hospitals

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Doctors at government hospitals in the Bihar capital were left in a daze when they realised that a young man knocking at their doors past midnight was none other than Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav.

Women's cricket set to turn new corner with WPL but IPL is a different entity

Women's cricket set to turn new corner with WPL but IPL is a different entity

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

As India women cricketer set foot into hitherto uncharted territory, it would be fair to say the auction has gone way beyond expectation for several of them if one compares it with the IPL.

From Kingsway to Kartavya Path, the journey of majestic Rajpath

From Kingsway to Kartavya Path, the journey of majestic Rajpath

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

From witnessing the dawn of Independence to playing host to annual Republic Day celebrations for over seven decades, the historic Rajpath in India's power capital has seen the colonial rule and basked in the glory of a free, democratic nation.

Pak-occupied Kashmir's 'premier' resigns after revolt in ruling party

Pak-occupied Kashmir's 'premier' resigns after revolt in ruling party

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Niazi, hand-picked by his party chief Imran Khan, resigned on Thursday after 25 lawmakers of his party moved a resolution of no-confidence motion against him to replace him with party's regional president Sardar Tanveer Ilyas.

Former Pak ministers Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Fawad Chaudhry arrested

Former Pak ministers Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Fawad Chaudhry arrested

Rediff.com11 May 2023

A video shared by Qureshi's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party on Twitter shows plain-clothed men taking him away, with him waving at party workers before departing from the location where he was detained.

Good Morning Captain 'Rockstar'

Good Morning Captain 'Rockstar'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

'RRRockstar Mrning! #Yellove #WhistlePodu @imjadeja' CSK tweeted.

High alert in JK after terrorists escape during encounter

High alert in JK after terrorists escape during encounter

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

Forces have now intensified the operation to track down the terrorists, who may be trying to find new targets in the area.

10,000 cops storm Imran Khan's house in Lahore, dozens arrested

10,000 cops storm Imran Khan's house in Lahore, dozens arrested

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

The police personnel removed barricades from the entrance of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party chief's residence and removed all camps the PTI activists had erected to protect their leader.

The Best Of M M Keeravaani's Music

The Best Of M M Keeravaani's Music

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

There are a lot many gems he produced long before Naatu Naatu became a worldwide Oscar-nominated (and winning in all likelihood) sensation.

Ex-Goa Cong leader quits TMC within a month, plans to rejoin Cong

Ex-Goa Cong leader quits TMC within a month, plans to rejoin Cong

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

He said his supporters were apprehensive that joining TMC would invite the "outside party" to Goa which will split votes.

Another bid on Imran's life possible, govt must look into matter: Pak judge

Another bid on Imran's life possible, govt must look into matter: Pak judge

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Justice Farooq said the PTI should submit a fresh plea to the Islamabad administration seeking permission for its long march, demanding early general election.

At least 61 killed, 150 injured in suicide blast at Pak mosque

At least 61 killed, 150 injured in suicide blast at Pak mosque

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

The blast occurred in the mosque in the Police Lines area around 1.40 pm when a suicide bomber present in the front row during the Zuhr (afternoon) prayers blew himself up, security officials said.

The Doctor Who Became A Terrorist

The Doctor Who Became A Terrorist

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

Death came calling for the 71- year-old terrorist from the sky on Sunday morning in Kabul.

LTTE chief Prabhakaran alive, claims Tamil leader, but finds few takers

LTTE chief Prabhakaran alive, claims Tamil leader, but finds few takers

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

Fourteen years after the Sri Lankan government announced his death, a veteran Tamil nationalist leader claimed in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, on Monday that Velupillai Prabhakaran, the leader of Eelam Tamils in Sri Lanka, is doing well and said a conducive atmosphere prevails for him to appear now.

Mizoram stone quarry collapse: Toll rises to 10, PM announces ex gratia

Mizoram stone quarry collapse: Toll rises to 10, PM announces ex gratia

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Of the deceased, five were from West Bengal, two each from Jharkhand and neighbouring Assam and one from Mizoram's Lunglei district, the official said.