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'Warne has targeted Aleem Dar just to get cheap publicity'

'Warne has targeted Aleem Dar just to get cheap publicity'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has hit out at the ex-Australia spin king Shane Warne for criticising Pakistani umpire Aleem Dar for his bad decision during the recently-concluded second Test between India and England in Mumbai.

4 killed in US drone strike in North Waziristan

4 killed in US drone strike in North Waziristan

Rediff.com1 Sep 2012

According to local Urdu TV channel Geo News, the US pilotless plane attacked a suspected house in the Datta Khel area of North Waziristan, Pakistan's restive tribal region bordering Afghanistan.

Car bomb kills two soldiers in Pakistan

Car bomb kills two soldiers in Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

Two Pakistani soldiers were killed on Saturday when a car bomb hit a paramilitary van escorting a bus of pilgrims in the country's restive Balochistan province.

New MCF to be set up in Bhopal

New MCF to be set up in Bhopal

Rediff.com4 Jun 2003

It will manage the increasing number of satellites ISRO plans to put in the geo-stationary orbit in the next two-three years.

2G: PM, Chidambaram must depose before JPC, says BJP

2G: PM, Chidambaram must depose before JPC, says BJP

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

Defending the walkout of its members from the Joint Parliamentary Committee meeting, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday alleged that the "brazen" manner in which the Congress leaders behaved showed the government had a "game plan" to scuttle the panel's probe into the 2G spectrum scam.

A tragedy called President Trump? Not quite

A tragedy called President Trump? Not quite

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Protectionism and a rollback of regulation. Defusion of tensions with Russia and a lowering of geo-political risks. Looser fiscal policy and tighter monetary policy. At least Donald Trump can't be faulted for not trying something different where existing policies have disappointed, says T T Ram Mohan.

Good monsoon has positive spin-off on govt finances

Good monsoon has positive spin-off on govt finances

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

Good monsoon is likely to create more jobs in the agriculture sector, which in turn could save the exchequer around Rs 10,000 crore

The curious case of Jack Ma's India plans

The curious case of Jack Ma's India plans

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Jack Ma who had five years ago said he was inspired and excited by "Make in India" possibly understood the essence of the signature campaign better than some others and decided to stay away from India other than as an investor, says Nivedita Mookerji.

Jailed ex-Pak PM Nawaz Sharif's wife passes away in London

Jailed ex-Pak PM Nawaz Sharif's wife passes away in London

Rediff.com11 Sep 2018

The 68-year-old former first lady was diagnosed with lymphoma (throat) cancer in August 2017.

Pak TV anchor Hamid Mir escapes bid on life

Pak TV anchor Hamid Mir escapes bid on life

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

A bomb disposal squad was called in to defuse the bomb that was found under the Geo News anchor's car by his driver.

What Modi needs to tell Biden next month

What Modi needs to tell Biden next month

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

Prime Minister Modi needs to call Biden next month and clearly say: 'Mr President, the threat from China is clear and present. We, in New Delhi, have determined it to be an urgent national priority to outfit our submarines and aircraft carriers with nuclear propulsion and we want to cooperate with America on this programme",' advises Ajai Shukla.

The view from Afghanistan's bunkers

The view from Afghanistan's bunkers

Rediff.com4 Jun 2012

It is a war that has changed the geo-political realities of several nations - and left a trail of death, destruction and doubts in its wake.

Ex-Pak PM Sharif facing probe for laundering $4.9bn to India: Reports

Ex-Pak PM Sharif facing probe for laundering $4.9bn to India: Reports

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Once formulated, this will be the fifth case against the ousted premier by the NAB.

The bets that pay in a listless market

The bets that pay in a listless market

Rediff.com22 Oct 2012

As traders obsessively follow US presidential elections, expect a surge in case of a change of guard in the Oval Office.

Welcome to Smart India Hackathon 2017!

Welcome to Smart India Hackathon 2017!

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

Whether you are a mobile App designer, a systems designer or a person with strong data analytical skills, there is a problem you can take on and solve and take India Forward.

Forensic experts probe BlackBerry sets of Haqqani, Ijaz

Forensic experts probe BlackBerry sets of Haqqani, Ijaz

Rediff.com10 May 2012

BlackBerry handsets of Husain Haqqani and Mansoor Ijaz, the central characters of the memo scandal, are being examined by forensic experts at the Pakistan High Commission in London to probe their role in the case.

Trump will meet Imran Khan on July 22: White House

Trump will meet Imran Khan on July 22: White House

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

The visit will focus on strengthening cooperation between the US and Pakistan to bring peace, stability, and economic prosperity to a region that has seen far too much conflict, it said.

How to keep mosquitoes away: 6 things to do

How to keep mosquitoes away: 6 things to do

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

Mosquitoes are not strong flyers and hence keeping the air circulated with the use of a fan is a good way to avoid getting bitten and also makes it difficult for them to fly close to you.

Rameez Raja launches attack on Mohsin Khan

Rameez Raja launches attack on Mohsin Khan

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Former Pakistan Test captain Rameez Raja has backed the decision to remove Mohsin Khan as the chief coach of the national team and made some scathing remarks about him on his twitter page.

Why is Modi pushing Rajapaksa on the Tamils?

Why is Modi pushing Rajapaksa on the Tamils?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Mahinda Rajapaksa is a democratically elected leader who received a massive mandate of 71% of votes, and he owes nothing to Delhi or Washington for staging his political comeback, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Aamir targeting 2015 return to international cricket

Aamir targeting 2015 return to international cricket

Rediff.com5 Sep 2012

Pakistan's banned pacer Mohammad Aamir is hoping to be allowed back in international cricket in 2015, when he would complete a minimum five-year ban for his role in the 2010 spot-fixing scandal that shook the game.

Pak editor Najam Sethi threatened by 'State and non-State actors'

Pak editor Najam Sethi threatened by 'State and non-State actors'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2011

Without naming any intelligence agency, Sethi said during his show on Geo News channel that the organisation's operatives were "in touch with and threatening several other senior journalists". The journalists did not speak about the threats before "because we did not want to destabilise things", he said. "But the time has come when all of them should come forward and speak about it publicly."

The new President also needs to lead our defence forces

The new President also needs to lead our defence forces

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

In the changed geo-political situation that India finds in the 21st century, defence issues and the armed forces both need careful nursing and due attention. One hopes we get a President who is competent to handle the duties as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, says Colonel (retd) Anil Athale.

Why RBI did not cut rates in December

Why RBI did not cut rates in December

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

The minutes of the December MPC meet reveal members felt the current spike in the headline inflation rate was due to a temporary supply shock on the food front, expected to moderate by the second quarter of 2020-21.

India is too emotional, says world's top analyst

India is too emotional, says world's top analyst

Rediff.com21 Dec 2011

When the world is happily dealing with unstable countries, why shouldn't India? asks world's leading geo-strategist Parag Khanna.

Not seeking political asylum in UK: Asif

Not seeking political asylum in UK: Asif

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Pakistan's shamed pacer Mohammad Asif, who served a jail sentence after being found guilty of spot-fixing, has dismissed speculation that he intended to apply for political asylum in the United Kingdom.

US shifts 5 drones from Shamsi airbase to Afghanistan

US shifts 5 drones from Shamsi airbase to Afghanistan

Rediff.com10 Dec 2011

The US has removed all its equipment from Shamsi airbase in Balochistan province, Geo News channel quoted its sources as saying.

JeM chief Masood Azhar 'alive', says Pakistani media

JeM chief Masood Azhar 'alive', says Pakistani media

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

The report came amid speculation on social media that JeM founder has died.

17 Pak scribes on week-long Mumbai visit from Monday

17 Pak scribes on week-long Mumbai visit from Monday

Rediff.com20 May 2012

A delegation of 17 journalists from Pakistan will be arriving in the city on Monday on a week-long visit.

Pak court bars state TV from deal with Zee

Pak court bars state TV from deal with Zee

Rediff.com25 Nov 2011

A Pakistani court on Friday barred the state-run broadcaster from concluding a deal with Ten Sports, regarding sub-licensing of the broadcast rights for ICC cricket during 2012-15, following insinuations that the sports channel is owned by an Indian entity.

Won't provide airbases to US for attack on Iran: Pak

Won't provide airbases to US for attack on Iran: Pak

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

As tensions mounted in the Persian Gulf, Pakistan on Thursday assured Iran that it will not provide any assistance to American forces in the event of a United States attack on Tehran.

Moderate quake rocks north east, no casualties reported

Moderate quake rocks north east, no casualties reported

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

An earthquake measuring 5.9 in the Richter Scale rocked the entire Northeastern region for a few seconds at around 8.47 am on Monday morning. There was, however, no report of any major damaged due to the earthquake which has its epicenter somewhere in Myanmar, according to initial information received.

Amend CAB to include ALL persecuted peoples

Amend CAB to include ALL persecuted peoples

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

'The Citizenship Amendment Bill is a classic case of short-term gain over-riding long-term interest. 'We must welcome all persecuted minorities from our neighbouring countries and not just Hindus, Sikhs, Christians and Buddhists,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Pakistan: ATM machines, rail tracks targeted in Sindh

Pakistan: ATM machines, rail tracks targeted in Sindh

Rediff.com2 May 2012

A series of low-intensity bomb blasts on Wednesday targeted ATM machines of a state-run bank and railway tracks in Sindh province of southern Pakistan, injuring at least six people. There were at least 16 blasts in cities and towns across Sindh, including the capital city of Karachi. A policeman was among the six people injured in the blasts.

Zardari meets Pakistan Army chief

Zardari meets Pakistan Army chief

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari and army chief Ashfaq Parvez Kayani met on Friday. This is their second meeting since the memo scandal that sparked off a tense stand-off between the civilian and military leadership. The informal meeting between Zardari and Kayani at the presidency took place after the ceremony to award Nishan-e-Imtiaz to Admiral Asif Sandila.

Heavy Chinese missile deployment in Ladakh: IAF chief

Heavy Chinese missile deployment in Ladakh: IAF chief

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

The IAF chief also said Pakistan has become a pawn of Chinese policy and its dependence on China would increase further in future. He said India needs to understand the interplay of some major events in its vicinity that would impact the security scenario of the region.

US resumes drone strike in Pak, 4 killed

US resumes drone strike in Pak, 4 killed

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

Four persons were killed when a United States drone targeted a house in the restive North Waziristan tribal region of northwest Pakistan on Wednesday, the first such attack since November last year.

SatMarketing puts customers' data on the map

SatMarketing puts customers' data on the map

Rediff.com7 Oct 2011

SatMarketing has the ability to geo-code addresses, identify target customers and analyse existing ones.

It is time Misbah stopped being a nice person

It is time Misbah stopped being a nice person

Rediff.com15 Feb 2015

Pakistan's former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has advised captain Misbah-ul-Haq to become stern.

Why did Pakistan change Gilgit Baltistan's status?

Why did Pakistan change Gilgit Baltistan's status?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

Pakistan perceives that if it had declared Gilgit-Baltistan, PoK or both, which are only a part of the territories of J&K, as legitimate provinces of Pakistan it would weaken its case for the entire J&K and lead to legal complications, observes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).