News for 'Force'

At Davos, Trump rules out force to take Greenland, but warns allies

At Davos, Trump rules out force to take Greenland, but warns allies

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Trump called for immediate negotiations for the US to acquire Greenland from Denmark, describing the country as ungrateful, during his speech at Davos.

MotoGP postpones Qatar Grand Prix to November 8

MotoGP postpones Qatar Grand Prix to November 8

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Qatar Grand Prix scheduled for next month has been postponed to November due to the conflict in the Middle East, MotoGP announced on Sunday.

BCCI won't intervene in Sunrisers' signing of Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed for The Hundred

BCCI won't intervene in Sunrisers' signing of Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed for The Hundred

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla said the BCCI cannot intervene as the signing is related to a foreign league and it is up to the franchise to take a call.

'There Could Be More Violence In Pakistan'

'There Could Be More Violence In Pakistan'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'TTP has vowed to take revenge for the attacks that Pakistan is carrying out against Afghanistan.' 'To diminish this threat, Pakistan is hitting Afghanistan hard.'

IAF Su-30 MKI fighter jet goes missing after Assam take-off

IAF Su-30 MKI fighter jet goes missing after Assam take-off

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

An Indian Air Force Su-30 MKI fighter jet went missing shortly after taking off from Jorhat airbase in Assam, prompting a search and rescue operation.

Mamata vs Suvendu returns, this time in Bhabanipur

Mamata vs Suvendu returns, this time in Bhabanipur

Rediff.com4 days ago

The political rivalry in Nandigram that defined West Bengal's 2021 assembly polls is set to return to centre stage in a new arena, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee locking horns with her protege-turned-adversary Suvendu Adhikari in Bhabanipur, turning the south Kolkata seat into the likely epicentre of the 2026 electoral battle.

Gulf Conflict: 300,000 Jobs At Risk

Gulf Conflict: 300,000 Jobs At Risk

Rediff.com4 days ago

'If movement remains stalled for three to four months, more than 300,000 recruitments from India could be affected.'

Army Day: India to have rocket-missile force: Gen Dwivedi

Army Day: India to have rocket-missile force: Gen Dwivedi

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi announced that India is considering raising a 'rocket-cum-missile' force in response to the evolving regional security situation and similar units in China and Pakistan. The move aims to enhance India's combat capabilities and long-range strike potential.

Chennai History-Sheeter Thoppai Ganesan Dies in Police Encounter

Chennai History-Sheeter Thoppai Ganesan Dies in Police Encounter

Rediff.com5 days ago

A notorious history-sheeter, Thoppai Ganesan, with over 30 criminal cases, including five murders, was killed in a police encounter in Chennai's Madhavaram area.

In fresh reshuffle, EC transfers 19 senior police officers in poll-bound Bengal

In fresh reshuffle, EC transfers 19 senior police officers in poll-bound Bengal

Rediff.com4 days ago

In a significant move before the West Bengal assembly elections, the Election Commission has ordered a major reshuffle of the state's police force, transferring 19 senior officers to ensure fair and secure elections.

Rajnath Singh Urges India to Build Drone Manufacturing Ecosystem

Rajnath Singh Urges India to Build Drone Manufacturing Ecosystem

Rediff.com2 days ago

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has emphasised the need for India to develop a robust drone manufacturing ecosystem to enhance its defence capabilities, drawing lessons from recent global conflicts.

Delhi Police ASI Nabbed in Bribery Sting Over Dowry Case

Delhi Police ASI Nabbed in Bribery Sting Over Dowry Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) of the Delhi Police was arrested by the vigilance unit for allegedly accepting a bribe of 20,000 in connection with a dowry harassment case.

Iranians Rally Behind New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Iranians Rally Behind New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

On Monday, March 9, Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed Iran's new supreme leader, succeeding his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Battle Axe Division fosters drone tech advancements via Military-Civil Fusion initiative.

Battle Axe Division fosters drone tech advancements via Military-Civil Fusion initiative.

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Battle Axe Division of the Army's Southern Command organised an academia-industry interaction on drone innovation in Jaisalmer, promoting collaboration for emerging defence technologies.

Delhi fire: Lone survivor unaware of family's death

Delhi fire: Lone survivor unaware of family's death

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man injured in a Delhi fire is in intensive care, unaware that nine of his family members have died in the blaze. He sustained severe burns while trying to escape and is currently under observation.

How Punjab Police is Using AI to Combat Gang Violence

How Punjab Police is Using AI to Combat Gang Violence

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Punjab Police is using intelligence-led policing and digital tools, including AI-powered voice recognition, to combat organised crime and dismantle gangster networks operating across states and continents.

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) is advocating for the termination of the moratorium on customs duties for electronically transmitted digital products, arguing that it hinders self-reliance, causes revenue losses, and restricts India's ability to tax emerging technologies like AI.

'50 jets destroyed Khamenei's bunker': IDF releases strike video

'50 jets destroyed Khamenei's bunker': IDF releases strike video

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Israeli military said the strike dismantled the bunker during ongoing operations against Iranian military infrastructure.

International Women's Day Carnival Promotes Fitness and Empowerment

International Women's Day Carnival Promotes Fitness and Empowerment

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Fit India Movement launched a three-day International Women's Day Carnival at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, celebrating women's strength and leadership through fitness activities and sport.

Ranchi Man Injured After Contacting High-Tension Wire on Train Roof

Ranchi Man Injured After Contacting High-Tension Wire on Train Roof

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 28-year-old man in Ranchi sustained severe burn injuries after jumping onto a train roof and contacting a high-tension overhead wire. The incident occurred at Ranchi railway station, and the man is currently receiving treatment at a railway hospital.

Murder accused killed in Kerala in broad daylight attack

Murder accused killed in Kerala in broad daylight attack

Rediff.com7 days ago

A murder accused out on bail was killed in broad daylight in Kollam, Kerala, by a group armed with weapons. The victim, Aluva Atul, was attacked after leaving a police station.

Day after Trump call, UK weighs 'Octopus' anti-drone shield in Gulf

Day after Trump call, UK weighs 'Octopus' anti-drone shield in Gulf

Rediff.com6 days ago

Specifically, military experts are assessing if the 'Octopus' interceptor anti-drone system, produced in the UK to support Ukraine in countering Russian threats, could be repurposed to strengthen British protections against Iran's Shahed drones.

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chiraiya could have been a powerful, hard-hitting series but it ends up feeling scattered and emotionally uneven, observes Divya Nair.

Gulf War: Nasscom Warns Firms Of Cyber Threat Surge

Gulf War: Nasscom Warns Firms Of Cyber Threat Surge

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Periods of geopolitical uncertainty often see a rise in coordinated cyber threats, disinformation campaigns, and infrastructure targeting.'

West Bengal elections: BJP, Left put out first list; Suvendu to take on Mamata again

West Bengal elections: BJP, Left put out first list; Suvendu to take on Mamata again

Rediff.com5 days ago

The BJP has released its first list of candidates for the West Bengal assembly polls, featuring Suvendu Adhikari against Mamata Banerjee in a high-stakes electoral battle. The Left Front has also announced its initial list of candidates, setting the stage for a crucial election.

Trump Is Caught Between Two Bad Options

Trump Is Caught Between Two Bad Options

Rediff.com5 days ago

Fight on toward goals that keep receding, or exit with most objectives unmet. Trump is agitated, his poll numbers falling below the Plimsoll line, his base fractured between those who back the war and those who remember that he campaigned on ending them.

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians End Trophy Drought?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians End Trophy Drought?

Rediff.com1 days ago

After winning a record five titles during an impressive eight-year period spell from 2013 to 2020. MI's winning run has hit a major roadblock -- going without a title in the last five years.

'Barbaric': India condemns Pak airstrike on Kabul rehab centre

'Barbaric': India condemns Pak airstrike on Kabul rehab centre

Rediff.com4 days ago

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's airstrike on a drug treatment centre in Kabul, Afghanistan, calling it a blatant assault on Afghanistan's sovereignty and a threat to regional peace and stability.

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

Rediff.com7 days ago

V V S Laxman reflects on his historic partnership with Rahul Dravid during the 2001 Kolkata Test, which helped India recover from a follow-on to win the Test match against a dominant Australian team.

'Plan A, B, C failed but I found a way': Aryna Sabalenka

'Plan A, B, C failed but I found a way': Aryna Sabalenka

Rediff.com5 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka overcame a slow start to defeat Elena Rybakina in the Indian Wells final, showcasing her mental strength and adaptability.

Bihar STF Officer and Two Gangsters Killed in East Champaran Encounter

Bihar STF Officer and Two Gangsters Killed in East Champaran Encounter

Rediff.com4 days ago

A special task force (STF) personnel and two gangsters were killed in a gunfight in Bihar's East Champaran district. In a separate incident, police arrested five criminals after an exchange of fire in Patna.

AIIMS Jammu Performs Complex Neurosurgery on Teen with Rare Tumour

AIIMS Jammu Performs Complex Neurosurgery on Teen with Rare Tumour

Rediff.com4 days ago

AIIMS Jammu successfully performed reconstructive neurosurgery on a 15-year-old girl suffering from a rare bony tumour affecting her forehead and eye socket, restoring her vision and facial symmetry.

Heartbreak for Yuki Bhambri In Indian Wells Doubles Semi-Final

Heartbreak for Yuki Bhambri In Indian Wells Doubles Semi-Final

Rediff.com7 days ago

Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson's impressive run at the Indian Wells Masters came to an end after a semi-final loss to Arthur Rinderknech and Valentin Vacherot.

Brothers' Discharge Plea Rejected in Mumbai Hospital Assault Case

Brothers' Discharge Plea Rejected in Mumbai Hospital Assault Case

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A Mumbai court has rejected the discharge plea of two brothers accused of assaulting doctors at a city hospital after their father's death in 2021, finding sufficient evidence to proceed with framing charges against them.

More Arrests Made in Delhi Holi Clash Case; Police Warn Against Misinformation

More Arrests Made in Delhi Holi Clash Case; Police Warn Against Misinformation

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested seven more people and apprehended a minor in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar on Holi. The police are also warning against the spread of AI-generated misinformation about the incident.

1,000 Indians still in Iran: MEA to Parl panel

1,000 Indians still in Iran: MEA to Parl panel

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Ministry of External Affairs informed a parliamentary committee that nearly 1,000 Indians remain in Iran amidst the West Asia conflict, and 23,000 students in the Gulf region missed CBSE exams due to the turmoil.

108 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh; huge cache of arms, cash recovered

108 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh; huge cache of arms, cash recovered

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

108 Maoists surrendered in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district, yielding a large cache of weapons and cash. The surrender highlights the government's success in combating Left Wing Extremism and the weakening of Maoist ideology.

Jharkhand Health Department Investigates Hospital Over Newborn's Body Transport

Jharkhand Health Department Investigates Hospital Over Newborn's Body Transport

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Jharkhand health department has launched an investigation into allegations that a hospital in Chakradharpur failed to provide an ambulance to a parent to transport his dead newborn, forcing him to carry the body in a box.

India Slams Pakistan's 'Barbaric' Airstrike in Kabul, Calls it Threat to Regional Stability

India Slams Pakistan's 'Barbaric' Airstrike in Kabul, Calls it Threat to Regional Stability

Rediff.com4 days ago

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's airstrike on a drug treatment centre in Kabul, calling it a barbaric act and a threat to regional peace and stability.

IISc Partners with Groww Foundation to Boost Semiconductor Skills

IISc Partners with Groww Foundation to Boost Semiconductor Skills

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and Groww Foundation have launched a semiconductor skill development programme to train the next generation of talent, with a focus on encouraging participation from women and young students.