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The Great Railway Station Makeover

The Great Railway Station Makeover

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

The Indian Railway Station Development Corporation is now looking to modernise 90 stations across the country.

NIA busts Pak-sponsored Al Qaeda module, arrests 9 men

NIA busts Pak-sponsored Al Qaeda module, arrests 9 men

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

The module was also planning to carry out targeted killings in India and was in the advanced stage of procuring arms, including automatic rifles and pistols, ammunition and explosives to carry out the attacks, he said.

'Karan has changed completely from the boy I grew up with'

'Karan has changed completely from the boy I grew up with'

Rediff.com25 May 2022

'Today, as a film personality, he is bigger than Dharma Productions.' 'But he is still warm and loyal to his friends from school, college and work.'

Osama supervised assassination of Benazir Bhutto: Report

Osama supervised assassination of Benazir Bhutto: Report

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

Bhutto was killed in a gun-and-bomb attack during an election campaign rally on December 27, 2007 outside the Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi.

Indian Muslims stay away from ISIS: US

Indian Muslims stay away from ISIS: US

Rediff.com27 May 2016

'We have seen in India that radical ideology has by and large not been successful in taking root.'

9,000 phones, 500 emails intercepted each month under UPA: RTI

9,000 phones, 500 emails intercepted each month under UPA: RTI

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

The RTI reply also stated that the interception of communication was being carried out in accordance with the Telegraph Act of 1885 and Telegraph (Amendment) Rule of 2007, a clause that finds a mention in the clarification issued by the government over the December 20 order.

Why is NCDC not in the centre of managing the Covid-19 crisis?

Why is NCDC not in the centre of managing the Covid-19 crisis?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'We have the technical expertise, and international collaborations. We also have robust real-time data. We are a university of pandemic management. If the ministry neglects the role of NCDC, it is the loss of the country'

Desai first NFL coordinator of Indian descent

Desai first NFL coordinator of Indian descent

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

Indian-American Sean Desai has been named new defensive coordinator for Chicago Bears, making him the first National Football League Coordinator of South Asian and Indian descent.

Kalki: The Revolutionary Writer Behind PS 1

Kalki: The Revolutionary Writer Behind PS 1

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Gowri Ramnarayan explores the world of Kalki Krishnamurthy whose magnificent novel Ponniyin Selvan has inspired Mani Ratnam's latest film PS I.

'The State should go to any end to protect the nation's interest'

'The State should go to any end to protect the nation's interest'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

'There cannot be any compromise on that. After all, all instrumentalities of the State have been made to serve it. Why was the Constitution made? It was made to serve the cause of India.'

'Real power comes not from the barrel of a gun'

'Real power comes not from the barrel of a gun'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

'...but from those who control the narrative.' Powerful nations have mastered this art of narrative building. Those nations who aspire to become global powers must do so, observes Shanthie Mariet D'Souza.

Nearly 2.5 kg of RDX used in bombs in IAF station attack

Nearly 2.5 kg of RDX used in bombs in IAF station attack

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

The use of RDX in the explosion was confirmed by experts after samples from the scene were sent for examination. While one of the bombs was laced with 1.5 kg of RDX, the other contained nearly 1 kg of RDX, the officials said.

Lt Gen Anjum is new ISI chief, Lt Gen Hameed appointed as Peshawar Corps Commander

Lt Gen Anjum is new ISI chief, Lt Gen Hameed appointed as Peshawar Corps Commander

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

In a surprise military shake-up, the Pakistan Army on Wednesday announced that the powerful spy agency ISI chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed has been appointed as Peshawar Corps Commander -- a crucial position in view of the Taliban's takeover of neighbouring Afghanistan.

Lt Col's plea against social media ban to be heard in-camera

Lt Col's plea against social media ban to be heard in-camera

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The high court conducted the hearing in-camera after the counsel for the Centre requested for it on the ground that it was a very sensitive decision taken by the Army and the inputs cannot be made public.

Pakistan hangs brigadier for spying

Pakistan hangs brigadier for spying

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

It is unlikely Brigadier Raja Rizwan was working for RA&W, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

HC turns down Lt Col's plea against Army's social media ban

HC turns down Lt Col's plea against Army's social media ban

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The high court said he has a choice to make and asked him to delete his FB account as the policy to ban the use of social networking platforms for army personnel was taken keeping in view the security of the nation.

We will see: SC on PIL seeking urgent hearing into govt's computer surveillance order

We will see: SC on PIL seeking urgent hearing into govt's computer surveillance order

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

The Supreme Court said on Thursday that it will hear "as and when required" a public interest litigation challenging the government's notification authorising 10 central agencies to intercept, monitor and decrypt any computer system.

Campaign to boycott China-linked apps picks up speed

Campaign to boycott China-linked apps picks up speed

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

According to industry insiders, India has 400 million smartphones and is the world's fastest-growing app market. So the addition or deletion of apps impacts the global valuations of these platforms. "Based on calls given by various local organisations to delete Chinese Apps, there will be an impact," said Blaise Fernandes, director at foreign policy think tank Gateway House. "All of them eventually will go the IPO (initial public offering) route so there would be economic impact also."

Beware of Xi's secret army!

Beware of Xi's secret army!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

India, Taiwan and countries with large numbers of Tibetans, Uyghurs and overseas Chinese will be prominent among those that witness elevated United Front activity, notes Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RAW officer.

Rajiv Jain to be new IB chief, Anil Dhasmana to head R&AW

Rajiv Jain to be new IB chief, Anil Dhasmana to head R&AW

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

Both the officers will have a tenure of two years.

Pawar trying to save Maha govt, says Fadnavis

Pawar trying to save Maha govt, says Fadnavis

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar was trying to save the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government in view of allegations of corruption levelled by former Mumbai police commissioner Param Bir Singh against state Home Minister Anil Deshmukh.

India sent 6cr vaccine doses outside, 4.5cr administered here: Vardhan

India sent 6cr vaccine doses outside, 4.5cr administered here: Vardhan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

More than 6 crore doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been sent to 76 nations, while 4.5 crore doses have been administered to beneficiaries in the country till now, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said.

Trump releases thousands of JFK files, but withheld few 'sensitive' records

Trump releases thousands of JFK files, but withheld few 'sensitive' records

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Trump ordered that they be reviewed in the next 180 days.

The Indian Hero you must know about

The Indian Hero you must know about

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

'R N Kao was a spymaster, an institution builder and a gentleman.'

Taliban's gains pose fears of JMB's resurgence in East

Taliban's gains pose fears of JMB's resurgence in East

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

The Border Security Force has been put on high alert along the India-Bangladesh border in Assam and Tripura following intelligence inputs of Islamic terrorists planning to infiltrate the country.

Targeting Taliban: Does US Want India's Help?

Targeting Taliban: Does US Want India's Help?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was asked by US Congressmen if the US had explore the possibility of northwest India for counter terrorism capabilities in Afghanistan. Blinken's remarks on India assume great importance, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar

Despite Jammu attack India set to relax drone policy

Despite Jammu attack India set to relax drone policy

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

While there were concerns about the security aspect of drones, top government officials were of the view that restricting the drone industry would stifle a sunrise sector which holds significant promise for future, reports Arindam Majumder.

Govt bringing in technology to make borders impregnable: Amit Shah

Govt bringing in technology to make borders impregnable: Amit Shah

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

The government is undertaking a comprehensive modernisation programme to prepare the police and paramilitary forces of the country for newer challenges of terrorism, cyber crime and border security, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Trump picks Jeff Sessions for AG, Pompeo for CIA chief

Trump picks Jeff Sessions for AG, Pompeo for CIA chief

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Alabama Senator Sessions, who was among the first Senator to support Trump in the early part of his campaign and had served was the head of his national security team has been offered the position of US Attorney General, Fox News said.

Adani Group cos under Sebi lens for non-compliance of rules

Adani Group cos under Sebi lens for non-compliance of rules

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Markets regulator Sebi and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) are probing some Adani Group companies for alleged non-compliance with rules, the government told Lok Sabha on Monday. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary in a written reply to a question said accounts of three of the six Mauritius-based funds, that have invested most of their money in Adani Group firms, were frozen in 2016 over the issuance of Global Depository Receipt (GDR) by certain listed firms. No freeze was ordered for their holding in other firms.

US Influence in Afghanistan has touched Ground Zero

US Influence in Afghanistan has touched Ground Zero

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

A confrontation with the Taliban in Kabul in this fading light of a twilight zone would have been sheer madness, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Bharat bandh: Railways fears blockades in 16 states

Bharat bandh: Railways fears blockades in 16 states

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Director general, Railway Protection Force (RPF), Arun Kumar has asked general managers of zonal railways to keep vigil to contain the impact of the nationwide strike called by farmer groups against the three agri laws.

Set to be NSA, Ajit Doval has his work cut out

Set to be NSA, Ajit Doval has his work cut out

Rediff.com27 May 2014

Ajit Doval, former director of the Intelligence Bureau and the likely NSA, has an enviable record for courage under fire, reports Vicky Nanjappa/Rediff.com

US lawmakers demand inquiry into Petraeus affair

US lawmakers demand inquiry into Petraeus affair

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

Senior United States lawmakers have demanded an inquiry into the Federal Bureau of Investigation investigations that brought to light the extramarital affair of former Central Intelligence Agency Director David Petraeus, wanting to know when the top general's name popped up on FBI radar and whether national security was compromised.

US bugged EU computer networks, offices: Report

US bugged EU computer networks, offices: Report

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

German magazine expose could have 'severe impact' on US-EU relations

Govt's 'snooping' order headed to SC

Govt's 'snooping' order headed to SC

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

'With the top court's judgment declaring the Right to Privacy a Fundamental Right, the powers under the provision need to be looked afresh.' 'To utilise such sweeping powers in the right manner will also be a challenge.'

When Biju Patnaik reached out to US to counter China

When Biju Patnaik reached out to US to counter China

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Rup Narayan Das reveals the towering Odisha leader's role in improving national security after the 1962 War with China.

Kabul blasts may turn out to be a political windfall for the Taliban

Kabul blasts may turn out to be a political windfall for the Taliban

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

Afghanistan will remain a frontline state for Washington for a foreseeable future in terms of the potential threats to US national security from terrorist groups, asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar, who played a stellar role in beginning India's dealings in Afghanistan in 1994.

US Congress passes Uyghur bill; China threatens retaliation

US Congress passes Uyghur bill; China threatens retaliation

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

By passing this bill, Congress is showing that the US will not turn a blind eye to the suffering of the oppressed, House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy said.

Coming Soon: India's first anti-terror academy

Coming Soon: India's first anti-terror academy

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

A first-of-its-kind anti-terror academy will come up in New Delhi to keep detectives ahead of the terrorists.