News for 'Designations Dialogue'

'We are doing this for the peace of the country'

'We are doing this for the peace of the country'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

'We want Muslims to go about their work and business unhindered.' 'They should not get victimised and that will only come through the process of reconciliation.'

Pak didn't take sufficient action against LeT, JeM, says US terror report

Pak didn't take sufficient action against LeT, JeM, says US terror report

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

However, the US praises India for its significant counter-terrorism actions.

Yogi Adityanath cancels leave of police, administrative officials till May 4

Yogi Adityanath cancels leave of police, administrative officials till May 4

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday cancelled the leaves of all police and administrative officials in the state till May 4 and asked all those on leave to report within 24 hours.

What Makes Kantara And Brahmastra The 'Chosen Ones'

What Makes Kantara And Brahmastra The 'Chosen Ones'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

As much as we enjoy and write reams and reams about our amazement at the Kantara climax, 30 years on from now, will we remember these portions more fondly or the ones where Shiva is simply hanging out with his friends, mulls Rohit Sathish Nair.

'Those who politicise...': Jaishankar's jibe at Pak, China

'Those who politicise...': Jaishankar's jibe at Pak, China

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

In his address to the high-level UN General Assembly session, Jaishankar said those who politicise the UNSC 1267 Sanctions regime, sometimes even to the extent of defending proclaimed terrorists, do so at their own peril.

Farmers reject Centre's conditional talks, to continue blockade

Farmers reject Centre's conditional talks, to continue blockade

Rediff.com29 Nov 2020

We are ready to talk but will not accept any condition now," said a farmer's leader.

India-China escalation can be misused by other players: Russia

India-China escalation can be misused by other players: Russia

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

'Russia remains in a unique position since it has special strategic relations with both India and China and these relationships are independent in nature'

US warns India against circumventing Russia sanctions

US warns India against circumventing Russia sanctions

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

US Deputy National Security Adviser Daleep Singh also referred to the 'no limits' partnership between Moscow and Beijing and said no one believes that Russia would come running to India's defence if China breaches the Line of Actual Control.

Qureshi says Pak won't charge Kartarpur pilgrims on Nov 9, 12

Qureshi says Pak won't charge Kartarpur pilgrims on Nov 9, 12

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

Kartarpur corridor is a 'corridor of love' and there is no sinister design in it, he said on allegations that the corridor could be used to promote separatism in Punjab.

'They said casting Alia was a mistake'

'They said casting Alia was a mistake'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

'Gangubai required Alia to change her body language, voice, even the look in her eyes.' 'I threw the challenge at her and she was more than up to it.'

India, US to ink landmark defence pact on Tuesday

India, US to ink landmark defence pact on Tuesday

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

On Tuesday, Pompeo and Esper will hold the 2+2 talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, covering the entire expanse of defence and security ties as well as key regional and global issues.

Threat in eastern Ladakh has not reduced: Army chief

Threat in eastern Ladakh has not reduced: Army chief

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Indian Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on Tuesday said that as far as the western front was concerned, there is an increase in the concentration of terrorists in various launch pads and there have been repeated attempts of infiltration across the Line of Control.

Nagaland assembly adopts resolution seeking repeal of AFSPA

Nagaland assembly adopts resolution seeking repeal of AFSPA

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

The resolution moved by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio was adopted by voice vote during the one-day special session of the Assembly held to discuss the AFSPA, 1958, and its application to Nagaland in the aftermath of the killing of 14 civilians by security forces, including six in a botched anti-terrorist operation, and eight others in subsequent incidents in Mon district on December 4 and 5.

Anek Review

Anek Review

Rediff.com27 May 2022

There's too much going on in Anek, and a lot of it is terribly disjointed, complains Sukanya Verma.

Alaya, Taapsee win Filmfare Awards

Alaya, Taapsee win Filmfare Awards

Rediff.com28 Mar 2021

The 66th Vimal Elaichi Filmfare Awards were held in Mumbai on March 27.

10 Classic Malayalam Films On OTT

10 Classic Malayalam Films On OTT

Rediff.com4 May 2023

These films, even at their saddest, darkest and grossest, retain their sense of humour, their sense of proportion, which again is something you associate with a Malayali.

Farmers' protest enters 5th day, traffic disrupted in city

Farmers' protest enters 5th day, traffic disrupted in city

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Farmers have been protesting at various places in Delhi and Haryana and have rejected the central government's offer to hold talks on December 3 saying that imposing conditions for starting a dialogue is an insult to them.

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode might take,' observes Sreehari Nair.

US toughens stand, slaps sanctions on Putin, other leaders in rare move

US toughens stand, slaps sanctions on Putin, other leaders in rare move

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

The US, in coordination with allies and partners, continued to forcefully respond to Russia's "unjustified, unprovoked and premeditated" invasion of Ukraine by imposing sanctions on Putin and Lavrov.

LSD: Love Scandal and Doctors review

LSD: Love Scandal and Doctors review

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

LSD: Love Scandal and Doctors keeps you engrossed right through, applauds Joginder Tuteja.

Rocketry: The Nambi Effect Review

Rocketry: The Nambi Effect Review

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

There's wisdom to be found in an unfairly treated man's short and sweet concluding words -- a nation is only as great as our appreciation of the people who make it great, notes Sukanya Verma.

'Don't Expect US Help In A War With China'

'Don't Expect US Help In A War With China'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

'The US will not want to tangle with China landwards.' 'Nor will the US confront the Chinese navy seawards on India's account.'

'I am a simple desi girl'

'I am a simple desi girl'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Watch out for dancing sensation Amy Aela.

PM Modi, Chinese President Xi discuss terror, Masood Azhar

PM Modi, Chinese President Xi discuss terror, Masood Azhar

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

"Both India and China are victims of terrorism and the region was suffering from the menace. The prime minister said no country is immune from terrorism and on this issue, we cannot afford to have any differences," MEA spokesperson Vikas Swarup told reporters after the meeting.

Bell Bottom review

Bell Bottom review

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

Akshay Kumar leads the show in a manner only he can. There is the right swag coming into the picture, but more important it is his deadpan style that works in favour of the character he is playing, applauds Joginder Tuteja.

Samantha, Huma win Filmfare OTTs

Samantha, Huma win Filmfare OTTs

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

The Filmfare OTT awards 2021 were held at Mumbai's Taj Lands End hotel, and the big winners of the night were quite expectedly, Scam 1992 and The Family Man 2.

Operation Snow Leopard still on: Army Commander amid LAC row

Operation Snow Leopard still on: Army Commander amid LAC row

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

Referring to the developments in Ladakh in the wake of Chinese aggression, he said disengagement with People's Liberation Army was completed from various areas in a peaceful manner and efforts are on through dialogue for disengagement from other areas.

China says blocking Azhar's listing to help find lasting solution

China says blocking Azhar's listing to help find lasting solution

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

China said that decision is in line with the rules of the committee.

PIX: Alia, Sara, Bhumi win at Star Screen Awards

PIX: Alia, Sara, Bhumi win at Star Screen Awards

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

The awards season has started in full swing, and the weekend saw Bollywood step out in style for the 26th Star Screen Awards.

Next meet of India, China on boundary issue tomorrow

Next meet of India, China on boundary issue tomorrow

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

The talks will focus on 'delimitation of the border, boundary management and a host of bilateral and international issues'.

Biden reiterates US support for India's permanent seat in UNSC

Biden reiterates US support for India's permanent seat in UNSC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

Biden has reiterated America's support for India's permanent membership on a reformed UNSC and its entry into the NSG during his first in-person bilateral meeting with Modi at the White House.

Next week British MPs will debate India's press freedom, protestors' safety

Next week British MPs will debate India's press freedom, protestors' safety

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

British lawmakers will debate the issue of press freedom and safety of protesters in India next Monday in response to an e-petition which had crossed the 100,000-signature threshold required for such a debate, the House of Commons Petitions Committee confirmed on Wednesday.

Pakistan to ignore US naming Salahuddin as a global terrorist

Pakistan to ignore US naming Salahuddin as a global terrorist

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

Alleging that India was offering its services to the US to "pressurise" China, Pakistan Prime Minister's Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz said India has been trying to downplay the Kashmir issue for a very long time.

When Neena Gupta IMPRESSED us!

When Neena Gupta IMPRESSED us!

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Do you know that the veteran actress has more than 100 films and TV serials to her credit in a career spanning four decades?

We're here for decisive battle, won't move till demands are met: Farmers

We're here for decisive battle, won't move till demands are met: Farmers

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Addressing a press conference at Singhu border, a representative of protesting farmers said that they will continue their agitation until their demands are met.

KGF: Chapter 2 Review

KGF: Chapter 2 Review

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

Testosterone not rationale is the driving force behind KGF franchise, observes Sukanya Verma.

Did you know Varun was to play Harshad Mehta?

Did you know Varun was to play Harshad Mehta?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Varun was all but locked in to play Harshad Mehta by Paresh Rawal. But the script for the bio-pic was stuck. They finally had to scrap the idea.

Concrete barriers at Delhi-Ghaziabad border as more join farmers' protest

Concrete barriers at Delhi-Ghaziabad border as more join farmers' protest

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Security was stepped up after farmers threatened to block more highways connecting the national capital.

14 members of Taliban govt in UNSC's terrorism blacklist

14 members of Taliban govt in UNSC's terrorism blacklist

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Specially designated global terrorist Sirajuddin Haqqani, who carries a reward of $10 million US bounty on his head, is the acting interior minister while his uncle -- Khalil Haqqani -- has been named as acting minister for refugees.

'Honour to be known as Amitabh Bachchan's voice'

'Honour to be known as Amitabh Bachchan's voice'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

'Today, when I look back, our journey together ajooba lagta hai.'