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Weathering Foreign Policy Storms In 2023

Weathering Foreign Policy Storms In 2023

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Foreign policy is always a work in progress and ups and downs are built into foreign policy process. What is permanent is national interest. Hopefully, this year, which will also witness general elections in the country, will also clear clouds in the foreign policy horizon, observes Rup Narayan Das.

Locals clash with bow and arrows at Assam-Meghalaya border

Locals clash with bow and arrows at Assam-Meghalaya border

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

A fresh clash occurred at a disputed village along the Assam-Meghalaya interstate boundary as locals from both sides used bows and arrows and catapults to attack each other, officials said on Wednesday.

10 Ways K L Rahul Echoes Rahul Dravid

10 Ways K L Rahul Echoes Rahul Dravid

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The Bengaluru connection that's shaping Indian cricket.

Kejriwal blames L-G for girl's murder; it's love jihad, says BJP

Kejriwal blames L-G for girl's murder; it's love jihad, says BJP

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday urged Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena to take strict action over the murder of a minor girl in Shahbad Dairy in Delhi and said it was his responsibility to maintain law and order in the city.

Protests Demand Nupur Sharma, Naveen Kumar Jindal Arrests

Protests Demand Nupur Sharma, Naveen Kumar Jindal Arrests

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Many parts of India on Friday, June 10, 2022 witnessed protests by Muslims, demanding the arrest of suspended Bharatiya Janata Party spokeswoman Nupur Sharma and expelled BJP leader Naveen Kumar Jindal over their defamatory comments on Prophet Mohammed.

Maya, 9, Goes To The Isle of Wight

Maya, 9, Goes To The Isle of Wight

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

I was fascinated to see a room that was decorated like an Indian palace at Osbourne House, which was Queen Victoria's home when she visited the Isle of Wight.

More than 360 booked in Maha over violence during Maratha quota stir

More than 360 booked in Maha over violence during Maratha quota stir

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

The protesters, led by Manoj Jarange, had been staging a hunger strike demanding reservation for the Maratha community at the village since Tuesday.

C-295 fleet will become backbone of tactical airlift capability: Ex-IAF chief

C-295 fleet will become backbone of tactical airlift capability: Ex-IAF chief

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Former IAF chief Bhadauria said this aircraft is "state-of-the-art" and "hugely capable".

Delhi murder: Victim's parents demand death penalty for accused

Delhi murder: Victim's parents demand death penalty for accused

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The police said the victim, Sakshi, and the accused, 20-year-old Sahil, were in a "relationship" but had a quarrel on Saturday.

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.

PFI hartal against NIA action turns violent in Kerala, several hurt

PFI hartal against NIA action turns violent in Kerala, several hurt

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Sporadic incidents of violence were reported in various parts of Kerala as the dawn-to-dusk hartal called by radical Islamic outfit Popular Front of India (PFI) was underway.

Hindu outfit leader behind Purola anti-Muslim posters gets death threat

Hindu outfit leader behind Purola anti-Muslim posters gets death threat

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Swami Darshan Bharti, the founder of "Devbhoomi Raksha Abhiyan" which had allegedly pasted threatening posters on shops run by Muslims in the communally tense Purola, on Friday claimed that he has received a death threat.

5 arrested for killing man during Khargone violence

5 arrested for killing man during Khargone violence

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

The deceased, Ibresh Khan, a sanitation worker, became the first fatality of the violence in Khargone.

Why 810 Million Indians Need Free Rations

Why 810 Million Indians Need Free Rations

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Is it a case of poor targeting of a welfare scheme, or is it a reflection of the government's desire to expand the scope of this benefit to secure greater electoral dividends? asks A K Bhattacharya.

Protests in Punjab as man attacks priests, desecrates holy book in gurdwara

Protests in Punjab as man attacks priests, desecrates holy book in gurdwara

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

The Punjab police arrested Jasvir Singh after the incident and booked him for hurting religious sentiments and attempt to murder.

Ram temple's consecration ceremony likely on Jan 22, says official

Ram temple's consecration ceremony likely on Jan 22, says official

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

He also said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to take part in an event related to the pran pratishtha on any day during January 20-24.

'He has entire Maharashtra cabinet at his feet'

'He has entire Maharashtra cabinet at his feet'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

'Since September 1, a senior cabinet minister has been to-ing and fro-ing between Jalna and Mumbai by chartered flight every single day with messages from the two deputy chief ministers and the chief minister to get Manoj Jarange-Patil to back down from his agitation.'

From Lambretta to Aamby Valley Project: Rise and fall of Subrata Roy

From Lambretta to Aamby Valley Project: Rise and fall of Subrata Roy

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

The story of Sahara India Pariwar founder Subrata Roy, who died in Mumbai on November 14 aged 75, is the stuff of movies - of a spectacular rise and an equally spectacular fall. Born in Araria, Bihar, Roy was 30 when he set up Sahara in 1978. He started with a capital of about Rs 2,000, a peon, a clerk and his father's Lambretta scooter in Gorakhpur, eastern Uttar Pradesh, writes Tamal Bandyopadhyay in his 2014 book, Sahara: The Untold Story. Sahara was not his first venture.

'Hindutva Is The New Normal'

'Hindutva Is The New Normal'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'Barring Tamil Nadu and Kerala, the BJP will may make inroads in Karnataka, Andhra and Telangana in 2024.'

How Indian women's cricket team can turn the tables

How Indian women's cricket team can turn the tables

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Australia believe they can win from any situation, that mindset can't be taught: Sthalekar on India losing knock out games

1st death reported in Khargone communal violence

1st death reported in Khargone communal violence

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

The body of Ibresh Khan was kept at a government hospital in Indore for eight days after it was found in Khargone's Anand Nagar area as the freezer facility was not available in Khargone, police said on Monday.

'How Can Marathas Demand Reservations?'

'How Can Marathas Demand Reservations?'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

'Over the last 65 years the state has seen majority of Maratha chief ministers and cabinet ministers, even Union cabinet ministers.' 'The Marathas have always wielded disproportionately significant political, commercial and social influence in the state and yet they are asking for reservations today.'

Champions League: Must-watch City vs Inter duels

Champions League: Must-watch City vs Inter duels

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Manchester City face Inter Milan in the Champions League final in Istanbul on Saturday.

DSP stoned to death by mob outside Srinagar mosque; 2 arrested

DSP stoned to death by mob outside Srinagar mosque; 2 arrested

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti warned that there could be a backlash if the force loses patience.

Imran Khan supporters clash with police, foil his arrest

Imran Khan supporters clash with police, foil his arrest

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Scores of PTI workers and policemen suffered injuries in the violent clashes. So far, no casualty has been reported.

Curfew remains in 2 J-K districts amid communal tension, Internet suspended

Curfew remains in 2 J-K districts amid communal tension, Internet suspended

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

According to officials, inflammatory speeches were made during a protest against derogatory remarks made against Prophet Mohammad by now-suspended Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Nupur Sharma.

YouTuber booked for questioning UP minister on pending projects

YouTuber booked for questioning UP minister on pending projects

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Sanjay Rana, who is associated with YouTube channel Moradabad Ujjala, was booked after a video of the event surfaced online and a local Bharatiya Janata Party youth wing leader filed a complaint.

Sengol-makers will attend new Parliament inauguration

Sengol-makers will attend new Parliament inauguration

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Made of silver with a coat of gold, the historical sceptre will be installed near the chair of the Lok Sabha Speaker on May 28, the same day the new Parliament building will be dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Warned off woman, man threatens to bomb Ahmedabad, held

Warned off woman, man threatens to bomb Ahmedabad, held

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

The investigation revealed the motive of the accused, identified as Ashish Kumar Dusadh, was to frame a man who had warned Dusadh to stay away from his sister-in-law, the Ahmedabad crime branch said in a release.

FIRs against 20 in 5 Maha districts over Tripura violence protests

FIRs against 20 in 5 Maha districts over Tripura violence protests

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

At least 20 FIRs were registered in connection with stone-pelting during rallies held in protest against the Tripura communal violence in five districts of Maharashtra and 20 persons were arrested, police said on Saturday.

PIX: Haaland powers City into last 16; Milan down PSG

PIX: Haaland powers City into last 16; Milan down PSG

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday night.

ECB grants annual central contracts for Foakes, Livingstone

ECB grants annual central contracts for Foakes, Livingstone

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Last year, England switched to a new system of central contracts which was a departure from the previous separation of red-ball and white-ball deals, introduced by the ECB in 2016.

Is The Congress Doomed?

Is The Congress Doomed?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

The Congress needs to reorganise itself at the grassroots, infuse younger blood, and have more boots on the ground. Just offering freebies is not the answer anymore. Leadership matters, asserts Ramesh Menon.

Argument between 2 groups led to Jahangirpuri clash: FIR

Argument between 2 groups led to Jahangirpuri clash: FIR

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

The argument took place when the procession reached in front of the C-Block mosque in Jahangirpuri around 6 pm, the FIR, registered at the Jahangirpuri police station, stated.

How Odds Stack Up In 5 State Polls

How Odds Stack Up In 5 State Polls

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

What are the political equations, the challenges, and the threats?

Nehru: The Man Who Knew No Fear

Nehru: The Man Who Knew No Fear

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

On Jawaharlal Nehru's 134th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recounts incidents where the first prime minister showed exemplary courage, bravery and integrity.

Natasha Wears Sabyasachi Sari At Met Gala

Natasha Wears Sabyasachi Sari At Met Gala

Rediff.com3 May 2022

'For me the sari is a truly unique and versatile garment that owns its identity even as it transcends boundaries and geographies,' Sabyasachi wrote. 'Back when I was a young fashion student, I often wondered when I would see the sari at big global fashion events like the Met Gala.'

Border violence: Meghalaya panel to meet Shah, seek probe by NIA, CBI

Border violence: Meghalaya panel to meet Shah, seek probe by NIA, CBI

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

A delegation of Meghalaya ministers led by CM Conrad K Sangma will meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah on November 24 to demand a CBI or NIA probe into the violence that left six people dead on the state's border with Assam.

A Quick Lesson in Avionics For Modiji

A Quick Lesson in Avionics For Modiji

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi laid the foundation stone in Vadodara on Sunday, October 30, 2022, for a facility to produce C-295 military transport aircraft.

Modaks to Tiranga, Beautiful Bappa

Modaks to Tiranga, Beautiful Bappa

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.