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Lockdown provokes bad memories for trafficking survivors

Lockdown provokes bad memories for trafficking survivors

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Confined to their rooms and small houses, they are reminded of the time when they were subjected to physical and sexual torture.

Why Pakistan can never be a great neighbour

Why Pakistan can never be a great neighbour

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

We, in India are quick to vilify those who propose a hard line approach to Pakistan that includes severing cricket ties by branding them as radical and uncivilised. We cannot mix cricket with politics is the oft quoted mantra. But what is so sacred about this dichotomy? Is it a directive derived from logic or common sense or an abstract feel good notion with no utility value? And has continued cricketing ties mitigated Pakistan's terror shenanigans?

Why China denied the general a visa

Why China denied the general a visa

Rediff.com27 Aug 2010

The message that emanates from China's denial of a visa to General B S Jaswal has multiple messages, says Sheela Bhatt.

The G-20, power, and ideas

The G-20, power, and ideas

Rediff.com28 Apr 2010

The dispersion of global economic power augurs well for the role of ideas in policy-making.

Fear of the future provokes mental health crisis

Fear of the future provokes mental health crisis

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

The young are most vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal ideas at this time.

Google password system hit in Dec cyber attack

Google password system hit in Dec cyber attack

Rediff.com20 Apr 2010

A key Google password system that controls access by millions of users worldwide to almost all of the company's web services, including e-mail and business applications, was stolen when the search engine was hacked in an attack emanating from China, according to a media report.

Will RBI cut rates in April?

Will RBI cut rates in April?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Analysts at Bank of America Merill Lynch said that fears of inflation getting "generalised" are overdone, as only two sub-categories of fuel and light and housing (accounting for 22 per cent of the basket) have seen a price-rise above the headline 5.2 per cent.

Bharti to buy Bangladesh mobile operator

Bharti to buy Bangladesh mobile operator

Rediff.com16 Dec 2009

The eight-member SAARC region includes Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Gupta also hoped that the 3G auction would take place on time.

Holbrooke, Mullen meet NSA

Holbrooke, Mullen meet NSA

Rediff.com8 Apr 2009

United States special envoy Richard Holbrooke on Wednesday met National Security Adviser M K Narayanan in New Delhi. According to reports, the two discussed how India could help Washington's strategy aimed at ending terror threats emanating from Afghanistan and Pakistan.Holbrooke, the special envoy for Afghanistan and Pakistan, was accompanied by Chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen.Holbrooke is also meeting Foreign Secretary Shivshankar Menon.

Hope Pak changes its attitude on terror: PM

Hope Pak changes its attitude on terror: PM

Rediff.com29 Jun 2010

"The Home Minister (P Chidambaram) was in Pakistan last week. You must have read what he has stated. I think there is some hope. As I have said in dealing with Pakistan our attitude has to be trust -- trust but verify," Dr Singh told media persons accompanying him on his way back home after attending the G-20 Summit in Toronto.

Pak has allowed terror groups to thrive: Antony

Pak has allowed terror groups to thrive: Antony

Rediff.com27 Nov 2009

Slamming Pakistan for not putting an end to terror groups operating from its soil, Defence Minister A K Antony on Friday said that country has allowed them to thrive, demonstrating no will to act against such outfits. He also said that the China-Pakistan military nexus is a matter of serious concern. India needs to 'closely monitor' the developments in Pakistan, he said, noting that "Islamabad must put an end to terror activities emanating from its soil."

Dr Singh bowed to Opposition pressure: Pak experts

Dr Singh bowed to Opposition pressure: Pak experts

Rediff.com30 Jul 2009

Pakistani experts are disappointed with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's speech in Parliament on the Indo-Pak joint statement, terming it as a response to the pressure exerted by Opposition parties.

PM has walked all the way to Pakistani camp: BJP

PM has walked all the way to Pakistani camp: BJP

Rediff.com29 Jul 2009

Hitting out at Prime Minister Manmohan Singh over his handling of foreign policy, Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday said India has completely reversed its position on terrorism emanating from Pakistan, and warned that the mention of Balochistan in the joint statement would 'trouble' the country. Initiating a debate on the 'Issues arising out of Prime Minister's recent visits to foreign countries', BJP leader Yashwant Sinha also targeted the government.

On PM's US agenda: N-deal, Headley, Indo-Pak ties

On PM's US agenda: N-deal, Headley, Indo-Pak ties

Rediff.com20 Nov 2009

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is expected to articulate his concerns on the terrorism emanating from Pakistan during his meeting with President Barack Obama in Washington on November 24. Dr Singh is also expected to tell Obama that India wants Pakistan to dismantle the terrorism infrastructure operating on its soil and ensure that its land is not used to launch acts of terror against India.

How Yogi plans to develop Gorakhpur as regional air travel hub

How Yogi plans to develop Gorakhpur as regional air travel hub

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Although Gorakhpur is the largest urban centre and trading hub in Eastern UP, catering not only to the neighbouring district but also the adjoining Bihar and Nepal, it had been lacking in proper infrastructure of road and air connectivity, impeding the harnessing of its socioeconomic potential.

AI flight's tyres deflate while landing at Delhi

AI flight's tyres deflate while landing at Delhi

Rediff.com15 Jun 2010

Over 100 people on board an Air India plane had a close shave when two tyres of the left landing gear of the aircraft deflated soon after it landed at the IGI airport IN New Delhi on Tuesday.

Talks with Pak will only end in frustration

Talks with Pak will only end in frustration

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

'The dialogue process is just too inadequate to meet the challenges from Pakistan,' says former R&AW chief A K Verma.

Interconnect port: RJio plans to take older telcos to court

Interconnect port: RJio plans to take older telcos to court

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Trai calls both Jio and incumbents for a meeting to discuss the issue

Indo-Pak ties under considerable stress: Krishna

Indo-Pak ties under considerable stress: Krishna

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

India conveyed to Pakistan on Friday, that bilateral ties were under "considerable stress" due to terrorism emanating from its soil. In the second high-level meeting between the two countries, External Affairs Minister S M Krishna met his Pakistani counterpart Shah Mehmood Qureshi on the sidelines of the G-8 Foreign ministers meeting in Trieste, Italy and reviewed the current status of Indo-Pak relations.

Pak must prosecute Saeed, other 26/11 suspects: US

Pak must prosecute Saeed, other 26/11 suspects: US

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

The US on Wednesday shared India's concern about the terrorist threat that could emanate from Pakistan and sought prosecution of seven suspects of the Mumbai attacks, including its mastermind and Lashkar-e-Tayiba founder Hafiz Saeed.

Gold may fall to Rs 15,000 per 10 gm!

Gold may fall to Rs 15,000 per 10 gm!

Rediff.com13 May 2010

Currently, gold is ruling at about Rs 18,300 per ten grams.

Will Modi go to war with China?

Will Modi go to war with China?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

'By not even acknowledging China's occupation of Indian territory Modi signalled to Beijing that he was not prepared to used forceful means to vacate the Chinese occupation, and that his government was reconciled to this loss of territory and accepted the fait accompli engineered by the PLA.'

India will face terror with courage, says Pranab

India will face terror with courage, says Pranab

Rediff.com8 Feb 2009

Insisting that all options are open on dealing with terrorism emanating from Pakistan, The government said on Sunday that nobody should think that India is "helpless" and asserted that the menace would be confronted with "courage and fortitude".

India rules out talks with Pakistan

India rules out talks with Pakistan

Rediff.com5 Jun 2009

India on Friday ruled out resumption of dialogue with Pakistan until it takes 'concrete measures' to prevent terrorism directed against this country. "Not unless they (Pakistan) take concrete measures to prevent terrorist attacks emanating from the soil of Pakistan aimed against India," External Affairs Minister S M Krishna told reporters when asked whether there was any move to resume dialogue with Islamabad.

Nothing secret about Pranab's visit, says SL

Nothing secret about Pranab's visit, says SL

Rediff.com29 Jan 2009

Scotching speculation about External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee's unscheduled visit to the country, Sri Lanka on Thursday said there was nothing 'secret' about it, which was aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations and to support efforts against terrorism."There seems to be many theories emanating about Indian Foreign Minister Pranab Mukherjee's visit. There is nothing sensational. It was a normal visit," a senior Sri Lankan minister told reporters.

Didn't underestimate Lanka civilian deaths: UN

Didn't underestimate Lanka civilian deaths: UN

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

At the Human Rights Councils special session on Sri Lanka last week, High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay said that investigating abuses allegedly committed against civilians by both the Government and LTTE will help the country transition into a new future. "There are strong reasons to believe that both sides have grossly disregarded the fundamental principle of the inviolability of civilians," Pillay had stated.

Tips to fight body odour effectively this summer

Tips to fight body odour effectively this summer

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

It's hot, hot, hot this summer and body odour is a common problem faced in the sweltering heat. Here's how to fight it effectively.

India, Pak Foreign ministers to meet on Sep 27

India, Pak Foreign ministers to meet on Sep 27

Rediff.com21 Sep 2009

Pakistan's action against perpetrators of the Mumbai attacks will top the agenda of the meeting, which will take place on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, the first high-level contact between the two countries after the meeting between their Prime Ministers in July.

Pranab in Kabul, terrorism high on agenda

Pranab in Kabul, terrorism high on agenda

Rediff.com22 Jan 2009

External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee, who arrived in Kabul on Wednesday on a two-day visit, discussed cooperation in the field of security and developmental projects with President Hamid Karzai and Foreign Minister Rangin Dafdar Spanta.

Why 2 Tata Nanos caught fire

Why 2 Tata Nanos caught fire

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

"The rear engine does not have a proper cooling system as a result of which the engine heats up leading to such an incident. The summer season will be the toughest test for the Tata Nano," says Mahendra Dhruva, national president, The Institute of Insurance Surveyors and Adjusters (IISA).

AI, Jet, Kingfisher cancel flights to Europe

AI, Jet, Kingfisher cancel flights to Europe

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

Air India and Jet would, however, operate their flights to the US and Canada by taking a diversion, sources in the airlines said.

PM, Karzai train guns at terror sponsors

PM, Karzai train guns at terror sponsors

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Afghan President Hamid Karzai, who discussed the Mumbai terror attacks, said the incident shows that terrorism poses a threat to the entire humanity and all countries should fulfil their bilateral and multilateral obligations to prevent the scourge.

US visa rules: Embassy site carries complaints

US visa rules: Embassy site carries complaints

Rediff.com23 Dec 2009

Observing that the revised regulations primarily affect travellers who wish to enter India within two months of their last departure from India on tourist visa, the US Embassy said it has received reports about the problem being faced by other visa holders also.

Why NSE deferred announcement of FY19 results

Why NSE deferred announcement of FY19 results

Rediff.com6 May 2019

NSE's board was to approve on Friday the annual financial statement for the year ended March 31, 2019, but it decided to defer the matter till its legal team firmed up a view on Sebi's order, sources said.

Pak, Afghan presidents to meet Obama on Wednesday

Pak, Afghan presidents to meet Obama on Wednesday

Rediff.com4 May 2009

The trilateral summit of US, Pakistan and Afghanistan this week would help in establishing a working equation between the three Presidents for better coordination and united fight against terrorism emanating from the two Asian countries.

Stop talks with Pak, explore all options: BJP

Stop talks with Pak, explore all options: BJP

Rediff.com24 Dec 2008

Asking the government to explore all options against Pakistan and immediately stop all bilateral engagements, including 'illusionary peace and trade talks', the main opposition Bhartiya Janata Party on Wednesday lambasted Islamabad for "patent falsehood" and continuing to be in a state of "total denial" that the conspiracy about Mumbai terrorist attacks did not emanate from its soil.

'The enemy started firing at us'

'The enemy started firing at us'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

Twenty one years ago, the Indian Army and Indian Air Force fought a bloody and bitter war to evict Pakistani intruders from the icy heights in Kargil. Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes the lesser known heroes of the Kargil War.

Telecom operators blast Rel Jio, say its free calls are choking them

Telecom operators blast Rel Jio, say its free calls are choking them

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

Letter to telecom secretary alleges Jio is masquerading full-blown services in the guise of a trial; no word from Reliance.

India not oblivious to terrorism from Pak: Krishna

India not oblivious to terrorism from Pak: Krishna

Rediff.com31 Jul 2009

Faced with strident attack from opposition over the Indo-Pak joint statement, government on Friday said progress in dialogue with Pakistan is not possible in an atmosphere vitiated by violence or the threat to use violence and claimed this was encapsulated in the document.

Cyber security: SBI Gen Insurance eyes 30% jump in premium income

Cyber security: SBI Gen Insurance eyes 30% jump in premium income

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Firms in which IP is critical, such as pharma and research and knowledge-based organisations, were taking the lead in seeking cyber covers to protect their computer systems from hack attacks