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Palestinian statehood will reward Hamas: Trump at UNGA

Palestinian statehood will reward Hamas: Trump at UNGA

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

His remarks came in response to several European nations announcing their decision to recognise a Palestinian state during a summit at the UNGA on Monday. While the move was largely symbolic, it added to Israel's diplomatic isolation. Washington, however, has made clear it does not support the step.

Pak journalist killed by terrorists for pro-Israel remarks

Pak journalist killed by terrorists for pro-Israel remarks

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

A journalist in Karachi was killed by activists of an extremist Islamist group after making pro-Israel comments. Four suspects have been arrested.

Why This Film Sentenced Its Director To Prison

Why This Film Sentenced Its Director To Prison

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'One's country is the best place to live, no matter what problems, what difficulties.' 'My country is where I can breathe, where I can find the reason to live, and where I can find the strength to create.'

''It's Very Explosive Material'

''It's Very Explosive Material'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

'You can't make art with a point of view of fear. You have to present the truth.' 'That's why such films are not being made these days.' 'You never put the truth in the script because you fear you might offend somebody.'

Why New Zealand left out Kane Williamson for West Indies ODIs

Why New Zealand left out Kane Williamson for West Indies ODIs

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Kane Williamson has decided to skip the three-match ODI series to focus on the Test series against the West Indies next month.

Ahaan Panday Signs His Next Movie

Ahaan Panday Signs His Next Movie

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

After debuting in a hard-core romantic film, Saiyaara star Ahaan Panday will show off his action avatar in his next.

Under-par Babar, Rizwan demoted, no players in elite list

Under-par Babar, Rizwan demoted, no players in elite list

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

This year's roster sees ten players each placed in Categories B, C, and D. Notably, no player has been selected for Category A in this cycle, the PCB said in a statement.

Why Simi Garewal Went Topless For Siddhartha

Why Simi Garewal Went Topless For Siddhartha

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'I don't see what the fuss was about.'

Pak's 27th Amendment seeks to clip SC powers, triggers protest calls

Pak's 27th Amendment seeks to clip SC powers, triggers protest calls

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

It also aims to reduce the powers of the Supreme Court, with some authorities shifted to the proposed Constitutional Court, and immunity to the president from criminal proceedings for life.

'Muslims Should Watch Haq'

'Muslims Should Watch Haq'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

'Some films are meant to more than just entertain you. They are meant to challenge, provoke, push you to think, instil change, and be in the public conversation.' 'That is Haq.'

Ex-Pak star bats for support around Babar

Ex-Pak star bats for support around Babar

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

He contrasts that with Pakistan's past batting line-ups.

'We are not pointing a finger at any community'

'We are not pointing a finger at any community'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

'I don't know what people will say, but as a liberal Muslim, I can say that I had no problems with the viewpoint of the film. Because we are not maligning any community, if we were I wouldn't have done this film...'

'Killing Of People In Gaza Has To Stop'

'Killing Of People In Gaza Has To Stop'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'Stage five of this catastrophe has begun: Starvation.'

After France, UK, Canada ready to recognise Palestine

After France, UK, Canada ready to recognise Palestine

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Canada will recognise the Palestinian state, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told reporters on Wednesday and reiterated its commitment to a two-state solution.

'Shah Rukh Doesn't Work For Money'

'Shah Rukh Doesn't Work For Money'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

'For him what's important is relationships, his role, and, of course, the script.' Rediff celebrates Shah Rukh Khan's 60th birthday on November 2 with a special series that introduces us to the man behind the superstar.

France's move to recognise Palestinian state irks US, Israel

France's move to recognise Palestinian state irks US, Israel

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Macron said in a post on X that he will formalise the decision at the UN General Assembly in September. "The urgent thing today is that the war in Gaza stops and the civilian population is saved," he wrote.

'A Domestic Dispute That Became A National Dispute'

'A Domestic Dispute That Became A National Dispute'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'I wanted to go for the heart, and at the same time, open the audience's mind.'

Will Putin Help Iran?

Will Putin Help Iran?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

On Monday, June 23, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi in Moscow.

THE ABBA Paradox

THE ABBA Paradox

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Ageing is a funny process. After rebelling and exploring, the human being drifts to the ordered arrangement, he/she once left. As a youngster I outgrew ABBA while my mother continued to like them. In September 2021, when ABBA's first single in 40 years was launched, I sent the video link to my mother. Meanwhile, now in my fifties, I find myself curious to hear ABBA's new songs, notes Shyam G Menon.

UP: Cow stranded on 4th floor sends locals in panic

UP: Cow stranded on 4th floor sends locals in panic

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A cow stranded on the fourth floor of a building in Lucknow was rescued by authorities after residents raised concerns.

Putin invites Palestine Prez Abbas to BRICS summit; Modi to attend

Putin invites Palestine Prez Abbas to BRICS summit; Modi to attend

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Putin expressed concern over the situation in Gaza, and said Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has been invited to BRICS events.

Five Indians cruise into Asian Jr Boxing semis

Five Indians cruise into Asian Jr Boxing semis

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Five Indian boxers enter semifinals, assured of medal in U19 Asian Championships

'Last Few Years Have Not Been Easy'

'Last Few Years Have Not Been Easy'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'It's tough to constantly reinvent myself but with Baaghi 4, I'm confident that I've attempted a different perspective to action.'

Modi condemns Israeli air strikes on Qatar, speaks to Emir

Modi condemns Israeli air strikes on Qatar, speaks to Emir

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the violation of Qatar's sovereignty following Israeli air strikes on Doha, targeting Hamas leaders. He conveyed India's deep concern to the Emir of Qatar and reiterated support for peace and stability in the region.

Pak officer, who captured IAF pilot Abhinandan, killed by Taliban

Pak officer, who captured IAF pilot Abhinandan, killed by Taliban

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Major Syed Moiz Abbas Shah, 37, was killed on Tuesday in a clash with the Taliban militants in the Sararogha area of South Waziristan near the Afghan border, according to a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the army.

Putin assures Iranian FM of support after US strikes

Putin assures Iranian FM of support after US strikes

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday assured Tehran of Moscow's support in de-escalating the Israel-Iran conflict hours after the United States strikes at Iranian nuclear sites at dawn on Sunday.

The Search For Survivors

The Search For Survivors

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Several surprises as NZ announce central contracts

Several surprises as NZ announce central contracts

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

NZ hand young talent contracts as big guns remain casual

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Special Ops 2 captures the spirit of the modern-day spy thriller and runs with it, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Has Modi Sacrificed Palestine For Israel Bonhomie?

Has Modi Sacrificed Palestine For Israel Bonhomie?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

It is high time India ends its silence on the human cost of the Gaza war and takes a principled stand without diluting its relations with Israel. A largely friendless Tel Aviv today needs New Delhi more than the other way around. India's failure now may cost it diplomatically in the long run, cautions M R Narayan Swamy.

Iranian port blast toll rises to 14, about 750 hurt

Iranian port blast toll rises to 14, about 750 hurt

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

The Iranian government has said that the explosion was likely related to chemicals being stored.

Director Ali Abbas Zafar Becomes A Dad

Director Ali Abbas Zafar Becomes A Dad

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Zafar announced on social media that his wife Alicia and he were blessed with a baby girl over the weekend.

I Know What You Did Last Summer Review: Cheap Thrills

I Know What You Did Last Summer Review: Cheap Thrills

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

A straightforward mishmash of earlier I Know... movies, where the obvious silliness remains intact but the fun quotient comes discounted, observes Mayur Sanap.

'He's Probably Dancing Up There'

'He's Probably Dancing Up There'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Arjun Rampal pays tribute to Designer Rohit Bal.

Indians in Iran advised to stay calm, stay connected with embassy

Indians in Iran advised to stay calm, stay connected with embassy

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

In an advisory, the Indian embassy here asked all Indian nationals and Persons of Indian Origin to remain vigilant, avoid all unnecessary movements, follow the embassy's social media accounts and observe safety protocols as advised by local authorities.

Iran FM to meet Putin, vows to respond to US bombing

Iran FM to meet Putin, vows to respond to US bombing

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Iran on Sunday vowed to avenge the United States bombing of three of its major nuclear facilities saying the American strikes will have 'everlasting consequences'.

BJP workers ransack Cong headquarters in Patna, Kolkata

BJP workers ransack Cong headquarters in Patna, Kolkata

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Workers from the BJP and Congress clashed in Patna during a protest march organized by the BJP against the use of abusive language towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's late mother. The protest turned violent, with stone pelting and vandalism reported. Police intervened to control the situation, and an investigation is underway.

Uttam's Take: 'Abba Jaan'

Uttam's Take: 'Abba Jaan'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

Uttam Ghosh offers his take on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Ajay Mohan Bisht's controversial statement where he proclaimed that before 2017 only those saying 'abba jaan' were getting rations in the state.

India will respond firmly to any military attack from Pak: Jaishankar

India will respond firmly to any military attack from Pak: Jaishankar

Rediff.com9 May 2025

India has no intention to escalate tensions with Pakistan, but any military attacks on its soil will be met with a "very" firm response, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday. Jaishankar made the remarks at a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, emphasizing that the "barbaric" Pahalgam terror attack compelled India to carry out strikes on "cross-border" terror infrastructure on Wednesday. He reiterated that India's response was targeted and measured, but stressed that any further military attacks would be met with a firm response. The Iranian foreign minister, who landed in New Delhi amidst escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, called for de-escalation of the situation and stressed the need for regional cooperation to eradicate terrorism. The meeting also focused on boosting ties in areas of trade and investment, including the Chabahar port project.

Indians asked to leave Tehran immediately in new advisory

Indians asked to leave Tehran immediately in new advisory

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The post came as the conflict between Israel and Iran intensified as they traded strikes on a fifth day.