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Veterans see 'lack of coordination' in Pathankot op

Veterans see 'lack of coordination' in Pathankot op

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

They batted for better coordination between the Indian Air Force and the Army in guarding the air bases in case of exigencies like the one at Pathankot in Punjab.

20 more ministers to join Siddaramaiah cabinet, Cong holds meet

20 more ministers to join Siddaramaiah cabinet, Cong holds meet

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Top Congress leaders on Thursday held discussions with Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar over expansion of the state Cabinet, sources said.

Made in India And Ready For War!

Made in India And Ready For War!

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

The IPMV was developed by Tata Advanced Systems Limited.

Committed to properly resolve border standoff with India: China

Committed to properly resolve border standoff with India: China

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang told a media briefing in Beijing that "at the moment the situation in the boundary region between China and India is overall stable and controllable".

'We did not allow the enemy to sleep'

'We did not allow the enemy to sleep'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

'Before going to battle, Captain Anuj Nayyar gave me the engagement ring and photograph of his fiance.' 'I told him, "Why don't you keep it? It will motivate you to fight'.' 'He said he did not want the photograph to fall in the dirty hands of the enemy.' 'I wondered why he was giving it to me. Did he feel he would not return?'

'Now China Is Afraid'

'Now China Is Afraid'

Rediff.com4 May 2024

'Ladakh will be dealt with in Modi's third term.'

INS Kavaratti commissioned into Indian Navy

INS Kavaratti commissioned into Indian Navy

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Kavaratti has state-of-the-art weapons and sensor suite capable of detecting and prosecuting submarines.

Surgical strikes General to head Cong panel on national security

Surgical strikes General to head Cong panel on national security

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Congress sources said party president Rahul Gandhi met Lt Gen Hooda and discussed the modalities of the panel.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

DRDO Biggest Hindrance To Atmanirbharta In Defence

DRDO Biggest Hindrance To Atmanirbharta In Defence

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

DRDO's failures over the decades have contributed significantly to India becoming the world's biggest weapons importer, points out Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

India's naval might in full display at President's Fleet Review

India's naval might in full display at President's Fleet Review

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

The theme of the President's Fleet Review-2022 was 'Indian Navy -- 75 years in Service of the Nation', commemorating the Azaadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.

Pak troops pound Indian posts on Republic Day

Pak troops pound Indian posts on Republic Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2014

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control in Kashmir on the morning of the 65th Republic Day by resorting to unprovoked firing for three hours, army said.

Pak on Keran infiltration: Blame game not a solution

Pak on Keran infiltration: Blame game not a solution

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

Amid assertions by the Indian army that infiltration in Keran sector was backed by Pakistani troops, Islamabad on Tuesday said blame game is not the solution to any issue and insisted it too wants a ceasefire along the Line of Control.

'India and China don't want to go to war'

'India and China don't want to go to war'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

'China is unwilling to restore the status quo ante of April 2020.' 'India will have to weigh its options based on this premise.'

Army calls off search op in Kashmir village to help unwell girl

Army calls off search op in Kashmir village to help unwell girl

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

The cordon and search operation (CASO) at Kralkhod village in south Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday was suspended and a medical officer accompanying the troops sent to attend to the 11-year-old, officials said.

Army Chief accuses Gen VK Singh of trying to block his promotion

Army Chief accuses Gen VK Singh of trying to block his promotion

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

Suhag has filed an affidavit in Supreme Court, accusing the minister of trying to scuttle his promotion to the appointment of army commander.

TN DIG who killed self was under treatment for depression

TN DIG who killed self was under treatment for depression

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

ADGP (law and order), A Arun, told reporters in Coimbatore citing preliminary investigation, Vijayakumar was undergoing treatment for "depression" for the past few years.

Smuggling liquor gets army officer into trouble

Smuggling liquor gets army officer into trouble

Rediff.com21 Sep 2006

Major General G I Singh, the former commanding officer of a mountain division, has been stripped of his rank after being found guilty by an army court of smuggling liquor and misappropriating money, sources said on Thursday.

Top officials brief Kovind on simultaneous polls

Top officials brief Kovind on simultaneous polls

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

People aware of the development said, Law Secretary Niten Chandra, Legislative Secretary Reeta Vasishta and others met Kovind this afternoon to understand how he would like to go about the agenda before the committee.

Remembering The Kargil War 23 Years On

Remembering The Kargil War 23 Years On

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

The Indian Army and Indian Air Force pay tribute to the Kargil martyrs on Kargil Vijay Diwas in Kargil.

150-200 militants ready to cross LoC: Indian Army

150-200 militants ready to cross LoC: Indian Army

Rediff.com26 Jul 2014

Stating that militants attempt to enter into Jammu and Kashmir before the onset of winter, General Officer Commanding (GoC) of 16 Corps Lt Gen K H Singh on Saturday claimed that there are "150 to 200 militants" staged in various camps on the other side of the border in a bid to infiltrate into this side.

300 terrorists waiting to cross LoC before snowfall; we're ready for them: Army

300 terrorists waiting to cross LoC before snowfall; we're ready for them: Army

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

The Indian Army on Tuesday said the ceasefire violation along the Line of Control in Kashmir, which left two soldiers dead, was part of terrorists' plan to infiltrate into the Valley before the natural passes are closed by snowfall.

'Oil is another reason for clashes in Manipur'

'Oil is another reason for clashes in Manipur'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

'The Kuki-Zo are aware of this rich resource in their areas and feel the Meitei push for ST status is because of this reason'.

PHOTOS: Prez confers gallantry awards; Kashmiri teen gets Shaurya Chakra

PHOTOS: Prez confers gallantry awards; Kashmiri teen gets Shaurya Chakra

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

Shaurya Chakra is usually awarded to armed forces and para-military personnel for 'gallantry otherwise in the face of the enemy'.

Helped Israel take down nearly all missiles fired by Iran: Biden

Helped Israel take down nearly all missiles fired by Iran: Biden

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

The United States, Canada and the United Nations have condemned the Iranian air attack on Israel, with President Joe Biden reaffirming America's 'ironclad commitment' to the Jewish nation and vowing to convene a meeting of the G-7 leaders on Sunday to develop a coordinated response to the brazen assault.

Mumbai hoarding collapse: Toll rises to 14, rescue ops on

Mumbai hoarding collapse: Toll rises to 14, rescue ops on

Rediff.com15 May 2024

The 100-foot-tall illegal billboard fell at a petrol pump in Ghatkopar during dust storms and unseasonal rains that lashed Mumbai on Monday.

Court directs police to further probe Major Gogoi case

Court directs police to further probe Major Gogoi case

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

The court said it appears that the 'investigation in the matter has been conducted in a very casual manner without ascertaining the real facts'.

'Terrorists Hit, Run, Hide In Dense Doda Jungle'

'Terrorists Hit, Run, Hide In Dense Doda Jungle'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

'The jungles of Doda covers about 250 km.' 'Sleeper cells are providing active help to the terrorists.' 'The terrain and situation is such that it is not possible to keep track of every inch.'

Shershah Will Never Be Forgotten

Shershah Will Never Be Forgotten

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

A bust of Captain Vikram Batra Param Vir Chakra was unveiled at the Palampur military station by his parents Mr G L Batra and Mrs Kamal Kanta Batra on Wednesday, January 19, 2022.

For Pakistan, Siachen Is A Debacle

For Pakistan, Siachen Is A Debacle

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

For India, it is a symbol of will and a successful feat of arms.

Indian Army showed world enough is enough: Gen Naravane on Galwan standoff

Indian Army showed world enough is enough: Gen Naravane on Galwan standoff

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

It took India and the Indian Army to show to the world that enough is enough and to challenge the neighbourhood bully, he said.

Army dismisses Captain for killing 3 men in JK fake encounter

Army dismisses Captain for killing 3 men in JK fake encounter

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

According to officials in the know of the development, the findings of a Court of Inquiry and his conviction and sentencing were confirmed by the higher Army authorities on November 11 as required under the law.

Slain CRPF officer gets Shaurya Chakra on his birthday

Slain CRPF officer gets Shaurya Chakra on his birthday

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

Jha, a fearless officer of the country's largest paramilitary force, led a lethal anti-Naxal operation on July 3 last year in Jamui district of Bihar.

Political Movies Surge before Lok Sabha Polls

Political Movies Surge before Lok Sabha Polls

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

'Elections and audience interest in specific movies are often independent factors.'

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Learning perhaps from the Kargil debacle, Musharraf tried hard to evolve as a statesman in his dealings with India, recalls Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

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