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'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

Packed Calendar, Big Diplomatic Moves

Packed Calendar, Big Diplomatic Moves

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Since June, India's ministry of external affairs has intensified its diplomatic calendar, hosting several heads of state and government, foreign ministers, and key trade delegations.

'I Am Dying For My Country'

'I Am Dying For My Country'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

It took Udham Singh 21 years to avenge the massacre of Jallianwala Bagh. And 34 years for his remains to return to India after execution in a British prison.

US: Dr Devdas Shetty is new Lawrence Tech dean

US: Dr Devdas Shetty is new Lawrence Tech dean

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

Dr Devdas Shetty is the new dean of the College of Engineering at Lawrence Technological University, Michigan. He said his goal is to see the College of Engineering become a leader in engineering education. "I want to work on providing real-life challenges for students by forming industry partnerships and applied research at the undergraduate level," he said.

Punjab: Grenade attack on BJP leader's home, 2 held; ISI link suspected

Punjab: Grenade attack on BJP leader's home, 2 held; ISI link suspected

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

A loud sound was heard at around 1 am outside Kalia's residence near Shastri Market in Jalandhar, police said, adding that no one was hurt in the incident.

It's Time to Update Army Regiment Names

It's Time to Update Army Regiment Names

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

>The Indian Army still uses old British-era names and recruits soldiers based on caste or region, which hurts national unity, argues Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

Indian diaspora celebrates 76th Republic Day with enthusiasm

Indian diaspora celebrates 76th Republic Day with enthusiasm

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Leaders from around the world extended their greetings to India on its 76th Republic Day, emphasizing the importance of bilateral relations and expressing hope for a stronger future. The Indian diaspora across the globe celebrated the occasion with enthusiasm at Indian missions abroad, where the national tri-colour was unfurled, accompanied by cultural performances and patriotic fervour. The celebrations highlighted the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between India and its global partners.

2 booked for firing outside Salman Khan's house

2 booked for firing outside Salman Khan's house

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Two persons fired four rounds outside Bandra's Galaxy Apartments, where the actor resides, around 5 am and fled from the spot, the police official said.

'Mummy Was Truly Our Universe'

'Mummy Was Truly Our Universe'

Rediff.com12 May 2024

To share your Mother's Day story with us, please mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: Mother's Day) along with your name, the place where you live, your mother's name and picture and your message about your mom.

Yuvi positive after tumour 'almost out of his system'

Yuvi positive after tumour 'almost out of his system'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has revealed that the malignant lung tumour, for which he is undergoing chemotherapy in the Unites States, is 'almost out of his system' after the first cycle of treatment.

'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'

'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'

Rediff.com20 May 2024

'Why should we disclose classified information to satisfy those who doubt our Hydrogen Bomb capability?'

It'll be the White House for Kal Penn now

It'll be the White House for Kal Penn now

Rediff.com7 Apr 2009

Kal Penn on Monday night took a giant step towards a full-time political career, when his much beloved character Dr Lawrence Kutner was killed off, via suicide, from Fox's hit medical drama House.

'Dr YSR was a very devoted Christian'

'Dr YSR was a very devoted Christian'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

'There is no doubt he is with the Lord in heaven. He loved people and people poured their love on him. It was the people's love that got him elected as chief minister for a second term.'

Amritsar No Cakewalk For Taranjit Singh Sandhu

Amritsar No Cakewalk For Taranjit Singh Sandhu

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Barring 2004 and 2009 when Navjot Singh Sidhu won the Amritsar seat as a BJP MP and 1998 when Daya Singh Sodhi from BJP was elected as the MP, it has essentially a Congress bastion.

Omicron variant in 'fluid motion', says US expert Dr Fauci

Omicron variant in 'fluid motion', says US expert Dr Fauci

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

America's top infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci has said that the new COVID-19 Omicron variant is in 'fluid motion' in South Africa and the US scientists are in 'very active' communication with their colleagues in that country to test the strain, get facts and find out whether or not it evades the antibodies.

Miranda named India U-23 men's team head coach

Miranda named India U-23 men's team head coach

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

'Clifford did well to win the Super Cup for Odisha FC, and I'm sure we can expect a good performance from the Indian team.'

Why Oppenheimer Liked Hinduism

Why Oppenheimer Liked Hinduism

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

'Hinduism meshed with his sense that the world was paradoxical and puzzling.'

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

A pick of just 10 watchable (a couple of them admittedly in the so-bad-it's-fun category) foreign films starring Bollywood stars in significant roles are available to watch on streaming platforms.

Coming soon, a web portal for cancer care

Coming soon, a web portal for cancer care

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

At the Indian Cancer Congress held in New Delhi on November 20-24, health-care professionals from the United States launched the Open Educational Resources in Cancer for Doctors and Nurses in India, a Web portal maintained by the California State University.

Bishnoi gang claims responsibility of Moosewala's murder: Punjab DGP

Bishnoi gang claims responsibility of Moosewala's murder: Punjab DGP

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Gang member Lucky has taken responsibility for the murder, said Bhara.

Obama nominates Indian-American actor Kal Penn for key post

Obama nominates Indian-American actor Kal Penn for key post

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

United States President Barack Obama has nominated popular Indian-American actor and former White House staffer Kal Penn for a key administration post of member of the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities.

War on cancer: 'India should learn from mistakes US made'

War on cancer: 'India should learn from mistakes US made'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

'Today, more than 60 per cent of all cancers are cured... India needs to come forward with a national cancer control plan. Patient and public education and advocacy are essential to break down cultural barriers.' US-based cancer specialists had much advice to offer their Indian counterparts at the Indian Cancer Congress.

Shaji Prabhakaran appointed AIFF secretary general

Shaji Prabhakaran appointed AIFF secretary general

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Besides vice president N A Harris, treasurer Ajay Kipa, all other newly elected executive committee members, and the six eminent footballers co-opted in the committee, except Bhutia, were present in the meeting.

Desi appointed dean of top US college

Desi appointed dean of top US college

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

Physicist Kanwal Singh appointed dean of Sarah lawrence College, the first Indian American to head a leading liberal arts college in the US.

'Atiq's murder could have been remote-controlled'

'Atiq's murder could have been remote-controlled'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

'The prowess with which they executed the shootings unmistakably bear the imprint of someone who has had professional training.'

US says Covaxin successfully neutralises Delta variant

US says Covaxin successfully neutralises Delta variant

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

The NIH said results of two studies of blood serum from people who had received Covaxin suggest that the vaccine generates antibodies that effectively neutralise the B.1.1.7 (Alpha) and B.1.617 (Delta) variants of SARS-CoV-2, first identified in the United Kingdom and India, respectively.

Remembering Anglo-Indian Courage For The Motherland

Remembering Anglo-Indian Courage For The Motherland

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

'Anglo-Indians have played a significant role at the forefront, meeting every challenge to the security of the motherland.' A fascinating excerpt from Barry O'Brien's The Anglo-Indians: A Portrait of a Community.

PM gets prestigious US university award

PM gets prestigious US university award

Rediff.com11 Nov 2005

Tufts University President Lawrence S Bacow presented the award to Dr Singh during an evening appointment with him, she said.

Canadian PM to bring high-powered team to India

Canadian PM to bring high-powered team to India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2009

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, who is scheduled to visit India next week, will be accompanied by Foreign Affairs minister Lawrence Cannon, Minister for International Trade Stockwell Day and Parliamentary Secretary to Foreign Affairs Minister Deepak Obhrai. "Such a high powered delegation should speak volumes that we, our government, are laying all emphasis possible on our relations with India, solidifying our relations with India," said Obhrai.

Mahua Moitra and the Goebbelsian onslaught on Modi

Mahua Moitra and the Goebbelsian onslaught on Modi

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

'It disappoints and saddens me no end that Mahua has allowed herself to be carried away by the Goebbelsian onslaught mounted on the BJP and Narendra Modi by certain vested interests which find themselves exposed and thrown out of the gravy train,' says B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

'A great loss to the music industry'

'A great loss to the music industry'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

The Tamil film industry mourns the passing of Carnatic legend M Balamuralikrishna.

Canadian foreign minister to visit India

Canadian foreign minister to visit India

Rediff.com5 Mar 2009

Candian Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon will arrive in India on March 13 to formally announce the opening of Canada's trade office in Kolkata, said sources.He might also meet Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh in New Delhi, but the date of the meeting has not yet been fixed. Cannon will be the fifth Canadian federal minister to visit India in the last seven weeks. The frequent visits by Canadian ministers to India are indicative of the deepening ties.

Telugu poet C Narayana Reddy passes away

Telugu poet C Narayana Reddy passes away

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

'In his demise, the world of Telugu language and literature has lost a bright star. The void caused by his loss can never be filled.'

Manmohan declines Harvard invitation

Manmohan declines Harvard invitation

Rediff.com13 Aug 2004

After 19 months of instability, Maldives goes to poll on Sat

After 19 months of instability, Maldives goes to poll on Sat

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

As the international community focuses its attention on the presidential elections, front runners Nasheed and Abdullah Yameen have warned of poll time violence, reports Shubha Singh

Why our grandmas and mothers fell in love with Omar Sharif

Why our grandmas and mothers fell in love with Omar Sharif

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

'He was a magnificent looking man -- perhaps the best looking international actor of the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, even in the current century. And quite definitely the first actor from Asia to make it big in the West,' says Aseem Chhabra.

'White House has heard us'

'White House has heard us'

Rediff.com28 May 2021

'They are starting to move more quickly and we would just like to continue to see bold action being taken.'

How Vajpayee made India a nuclear superpower

How Vajpayee made India a nuclear superpower

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Vajpayee had always felt that India must act with conviction and panache. He decided that, irrespective of the attendant risks, he would undertake what many felt was a precarious course. A fascinating excerpt from N K Singh's Portraits Of Power: Half A Century Of Being At Ringside on Atalji's 96th birthday, December 25.

Hindi Movies to watch out for in 2020

Hindi Movies to watch out for in 2020

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

As much as Rs 4,300 crore was generated by 2019 movie releases. But 2020 is all set to be bigger and better!