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India, China militaries to set up hotline after Modi-Xi meet: Report

India, China militaries to set up hotline after Modi-Xi meet: Report

Rediff.com2 May 2018

'Leaders of the two nations have reportedly agreed to set up a hotline between their respective military headquarters,' state-run Global Times daily reported on Wednesday.

'Ladakh Made The World Wary Of China'

'Ladakh Made The World Wary Of China'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'While my generation carries with it the memory of the Chinese perfidy of 1962, this generation will carry the memory of Chinese perfidy in Galwan.'

India lodges protest with Pak over ceasefire violations in DGMOs talk

India lodges protest with Pak over ceasefire violations in DGMOs talk

Rediff.com26 Aug 2014

India on Tuesday lodged a protest with Pakistan over increased border ceasefire violations as top military officials of the two countries held telephonic talks and agreed to hold flag meetings to defuse the situation.

As India hits back at Pakistan, lanterns light up Varanasi

As India hits back at Pakistan, lanterns light up Varanasi

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

The locals were seen performing a Ganga Aarti, congratulating and commending the valour of the Indian Army.

ISS may fall on India, China: Russian space agency chief warns

ISS may fall on India, China: Russian space agency chief warns

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

Russia and the US are the major partners in the ISS programme, which also includes Canada, Japan and several European nations like France, Italy and Spain.

Ind, Pak military officials discuss ceasefire violations

Ind, Pak military officials discuss ceasefire violations

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Amid continuing ceasefire violations by Pakistan Army, top military officials of India and Pakistan on Tuesday discussed over the hotline the situation along the Line of Control and International Border.

Maoist Deva behind attack on security forces in Chhattisgarh: Police

Maoist Deva behind attack on security forces in Chhattisgarh: Police

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Deva recently replaced Hidma as commander of the Maoists' battalion no. 1, the IG added.

China: 'We have to be vigilant in Joshimath'

China: 'We have to be vigilant in Joshimath'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

'We have to be equally vigilant in the central sector which is where Barahoti lies and also in the Joshimath area.'

'China Went Wrong In Its Calculations!'

'China Went Wrong In Its Calculations!'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

'China did not expect India to show such strategic resolve in defending its territorial integrity.'

De-terrorise Pak policies towards India, General Sharif!

De-terrorise Pak policies towards India, General Sharif!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

'New Delhi feels that given the internal dynamics in Pakistan and the overwhelming powers wielded by the army, one will have to wait for better times to see any meaningful progress in the India-Pakistan relationship,' says Ambassador G Parthasarthy.

Are Baloch rebels out of Pakistan's control now?

Are Baloch rebels out of Pakistan's control now?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has undergone a significant transformation, evolving from hit-and-run attacks to carrying out sophisticated operations with tactical precision. The group's tactics and targets have become increasingly audacious, targeting security forces, Chinese nationals, and innocent civilians. Experts attribute the BLA's evolution to various factors, including the leadership of Bashir Zeb, the group's growing intelligence network, and its exploitation of the grievances of the Baloch people. The BLA's actions are a cause for concern, as the group's sophisticated attacks pose a major challenge to security forces.

Golden Opportunity For Modi To Reverse Brain Drain

Golden Opportunity For Modi To Reverse Brain Drain

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

President Trump with his MAWA has unwittingly provided us this opportunity. Will PM Modi grasp this and leave a legacy of an ushered in scientific and technological revolution in India, asks Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'Always Treat China With Caution'

'Always Treat China With Caution'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.' 'As Ronald Reagan famously said in the context of the SALT talks, 'Trust, but verify!' India should also do the same.' 'This has already begun with foot patrolling, drones, satellite imagery and so on. India's military deployment did mirror China's and will continue to do so in the future.'

Gen Anil Chauhan takes charge as India's new CDS

Gen Anil Chauhan takes charge as India's new CDS

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Before assuming charge of the CDS, Gen Chauhan paid tributes to India's fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial in the India Gate complex.

CDS Is A China Specialist

CDS Is A China Specialist

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

In an army that favours officers who have spent the bulk of their service years doing counter-insurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir, General Anil Chauhan is that rarity: A China specialist who has logged plenty of service years along the Line of Actual Control and the McMahon Line with China.

'Durga Mata Ki Jai'

'Durga Mata Ki Jai'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

At 4 am, troops roared their war cry! In the long running tradition of the armed forces, soldiers seek the blessings of the Goddess before setting out on their mission -- in war or peace. The Republic Day parade is one such mission.

'Time of war' with India has passed, believes Pak

'Time of war' with India has passed, believes Pak

Rediff.com29 Dec 2008

The Pakistani establishment now believes that the 'time of war' with India is over and the recent telephonic contacts at the highest military level have led to reduction in tensions generated in the wake of troop build up following the Mumbai terror attacks.

Pak attack on India highly provocative, says Antony

Pak attack on India highly provocative, says Antony

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

India on Wednesday described as inhuman the way the dead bodies of two Indian soldiers were treated by Pakistan regular troops after their "highly provocative" attack in its territory in Jammu and Kashmir.

V K Singh slams winding up of secret military snooping unit

V K Singh slams winding up of secret military snooping unit

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

Former Army Chief Gen V K Singh, who has courted controversy over secret military intelligence unit Technical Support Division, on Monday slammed its winding up, saying people "inimical" to India's security would be happy.

Amazon India plans to hire ex-service personnel

Amazon India plans to hire ex-service personnel

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Amazon India on Friday said it has signed an agreement with with the Directorate General Resettlement (DGR) to provide ex-service personnel with work opportunities across its network in India. With this partnership, Amazon India will continue to create fulfilling alternate career opportunities for ex-service personnel who have served the country, a statement said. The association with DGR will further enable Amazon India to mobilise the untapped potential of veterans, giving it access to a greater talent pipeline, it added.

35 Years After IPKF's Return, Tamil Politics Has Changed

35 Years After IPKF's Return, Tamil Politics Has Changed

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Since the IPKF's withdrawal from Sri Lanka in March 1990, the LTTE's once-powerful influence in Tamil Nadu has faded.

'General Zia was real startled'

'General Zia was real startled'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

'But he was very quick and did a very stylish adab.' 'Of course, I didn't expect him to hug.'

No more nuke tests: India, Pak

No more nuke tests: India, Pak

Rediff.com20 Jun 2004

The two countries also decided to set up a 'dedicated and secure' hotline between their foreign secretaries.

India desires normal neighbourly ties with Pak: MEA

India desires normal neighbourly ties with Pak: MEA

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

'We have always maintained we are committed to addressing issues, if any, in a peaceful and bilateral manner'

Lt Gen Manoj Pande named as next Army chief, first from Corps of Engineers

Lt Gen Manoj Pande named as next Army chief, first from Corps of Engineers

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

The central government on Monday appointed Army Vice Chief Lieutenant General Manoj Pande as the next chief of Indian Army.

India, Pak discuss ceasefire violations at DGMO-level talks

India, Pak discuss ceasefire violations at DGMO-level talks

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

Amid escalation of cross-border firing in Jammu and Kashmir, top military officials of India and Pakistan on Tuesday discussed the ceasefire violations along the Line of Control and International Border but failed to address the issue.

No data of surgical strikes before Sep 2016: Army

No data of surgical strikes before Sep 2016: Army

Rediff.com8 May 2019

The reply came in response to an RTI filed by Jammu-based activist Rohit Choudhary about the number of surgical strikes on Pakistan between 2004 and 2014, and after September 2014. He had also sought to know how many of those were successful.

Lt Gen A K Bhatt new DGMO, will be in charge of all army ops

Lt Gen A K Bhatt new DGMO, will be in charge of all army ops

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

Bhatt, a Gorkha officer, replaces Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, who has been appointed as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Mathura-based Strike 1 Corps -- one of the three assault forces of the army -- which is mandated to cross into Pakistan in a short notice.

Brigadier Lidder cremated with full military honours

Brigadier Lidder cremated with full military honours

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Brigadier Lidder's wife Geetika was in tears as she knelt by the head of her husband's coffin, which was draped with the national flag and decked with flowers. Daughter Aashana was by her mother's side, fighting back tears of her own while paying her homage to her father.

After 45-minute talks at border, India and Pakistan only agree to talk more

After 45-minute talks at border, India and Pakistan only agree to talk more

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Border forces of India and Pakistan on Wednesday met for the first time since the recent spate of ceasefire violations but failed to agree on anything substantive in the 45-minute meeting.

Governor Ravi goes from Nagaland to TN, Lt Gen Singh to U'Khand

Governor Ravi goes from Nagaland to TN, Lt Gen Singh to U'Khand

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

The Centre's interlocutor and retired IPS officer RN Ravi has been shifted from Nagaland to Tamil Nadu as its new governor.

Lt Gen Anil Chauhan to take charge as CDS on Friday

Lt Gen Anil Chauhan to take charge as CDS on Friday

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

Lt Gen Anil Chauhan (retired) will assume charge as India's new Chief of Defence Staff on Friday, an appointment that is expected to bring the focus back on the implementation of the ambitious theaterisation drive to bring synergy among the three services.

Sharif: India can't just walk away from Indus treaty

Sharif: India can't just walk away from Indus treaty

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has said that the Indus Water Treaty was a mutually agreed arrangement between his country and India brokered by the World Bank and no one country can unilaterally separate itself from the treaty.

The General marching into Battleground Bengal

The General marching into Battleground Bengal

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

After spending 40 years in the Indian Army, Lieutenant General Subrata Saha marches into the electoral battlefield as the BJP candidate from Rashbehari.

Pak Army chief 'supports' peace talks with India

Pak Army chief 'supports' peace talks with India

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

"We want good ties with all neighbours including India and Afghanistan," he told the Senators.

'Worrisome' that military is being used for politics: Lt Gen Hooda

'Worrisome' that military is being used for politics: Lt Gen Hooda

Rediff.com16 May 2019

" ...the military (is) being increasingly drawn into the political discourse, it's being used to win political arguments"

Pak general: No chances of India-Pakistan war

Pak general: No chances of India-Pakistan war

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

'We have worked to create road blocks in the path of those who thought that there was space for conventional war despite Pakistan's nuclear weapons.' 'Pakistan's nuclear weapons programme is not open-ended and aligned with India only.' 'In this unstable regional environment, one nuclear power is trying to teach lessons to another nuclear power through the medium of small arms and mortar shells on the Line of Control, and bluster.' 'A historic opportunity of a lifetime beckons the leaderships of India and Pakistan to grasp, sit together and explore the possibilities of conflict resolution.'

'Most difficult operation done by any army in the world'

'Most difficult operation done by any army in the world'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

'Khalistan would have been in existence today, but for the army.'

Jaish doesn't exist in Pak, says military spokesperson

Jaish doesn't exist in Pak, says military spokesperson

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

He further said that the JeM claim of responsibility for the Pulwama attack had not been made from inside Pakistan.