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Sarabjit should be declared a martyr: Family

Sarabjit should be declared a martyr: Family

Rediff.com2 May 2013

The family has set forth demand to the Union Home Ministry, including that Sarabjit's body be cremated with full state honours, Raj Kumar Verka, Vice Chairman of National Commission for Scheduled Castes, told PTI.

Diplomats from 3 dozen missions to attend Modi rally in Delhi

Diplomats from 3 dozen missions to attend Modi rally in Delhi

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Diplomats from around 35 foreign missions are likely to attend Narendra Modi's rally here on Sunday but the US Embassy and the British High Commission have conveyed to BJP they will not be able to honour the invite.

'Modi got himself an hour of free TV'

'Modi got himself an hour of free TV'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Some parties complained to the Election Commission alleging violation of the model code.

PHOTOS: PM Modi charms Uzbekistan

PHOTOS: PM Modi charms Uzbekistan

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on the first leg of his eight-day visit to Central Asia and Russia. Here are top moments from his visit

Max founder Analjit Singh gets Golden Peacock Award

Max founder Analjit Singh gets Golden Peacock Award

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Eric Pickles, Former Prime Minister of Sweden and Co-Chair of the World Commission on Forests and Sustainable Development, presented the award at the third 'Global Conference on Sustainability' in London on Thursday night.

FC Goa sanctions: Verdict on ISL final fiasco deferred

FC Goa sanctions: Verdict on ISL final fiasco deferred

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Former Chief Justice of Bombay High Court, Kshitij Vyas, will pronounce his verdict next week over FSDL and FC Goa's appeal against sanctions imposed on them by Indian Super League's Regulatory Commission for boycotting the prize distribution ceremony following last edition's Indian Super League final.

Sr doctor dies of coronavirus in China, death toll passes 1800

Sr doctor dies of coronavirus in China, death toll passes 1800

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

Monday also saw the new confirmed infections of COVID-19 outside Hubei reduced to a number lower than 100 for the first time, Mi told the media..

Srinivasan committed contempt of court: Verma

Srinivasan committed contempt of court: Verma

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

Aditya Verma, the petitioner in the IPL spot-fixing scandal, has claimed that BCCI's President-in-exile N Srinivasan committed contempt of court by attending the Asian Cricket Council meeting.

Name India-England series after Pataudi: Sharmila

Name India-England series after Pataudi: Sharmila

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

Actress Sharmila Tagore has written to Board of Control for Cricket in India president N Srinivasan expressing displeasure over the Board's reluctance to officially name the upcoming India-England series after her late husband, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi.

Pakistan tries to cement ties with Saudi Arabia

Pakistan tries to cement ties with Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

India should remember that Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations will remain special due, not least, to bonds of all Muslims with The Holy Land. They would also be strategic enough, irrespective of whether the ambassador is a military man or a career civilian appointee., notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

'When people see me, their first reaction is to smile'

'When people see me, their first reaction is to smile'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

Jugal Hansraj on his children's novel The Coward and the Sword.

3 Indians get Order of the British Empire

3 Indians get Order of the British Empire

Rediff.com28 Sep 2006

Banerji was honoured for her outstanding contribution to co-operation between Indian and British business while Puri was given the OBE for furthering Indo-British relations in education and commerce.

Charles Correa, India's 'greatest architect', passes away

Charles Correa, India's 'greatest architect', passes away

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Correa played a defining role in developing architecture of post-Independence India and has designed some of the most outstanding structures.

Ready for Balakot-type strike: New IAF chief

Ready for Balakot-type strike: New IAF chief

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

The Indian Air Force is monitoring the developments along the western front, he said.

Rahul's Savarkar jibe won't impact Uddhav's government

Rahul's Savarkar jibe won't impact Uddhav's government

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Rahul Gandhi is neither Congress president, office-bearer nor Congress leader in Parliament. This technical leeway provides adequate cover for Shiv Sena-Congress ties taking a nosedive, says Rasheed Kidwai.

EC bars Yogi, Azam for 72 hrs; Maneka, Mayawati for 48 hrs from campaigning

EC bars Yogi, Azam for 72 hrs; Maneka, Mayawati for 48 hrs from campaigning

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

The nationwide ban comes into force at 6 am Tuesday, the poll panel said.

China's missile man is new defence minister

China's missile man is new defence minister

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

Lieutenant General Wei Fenghe's, China's new defence minister's, first guest of honour could be his Indian counterpart Nirmala Sitharaman.

Battle of Longewala hero Brig Chandpuri passes away

Battle of Longewala hero Brig Chandpuri passes away

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

Hindi film 'Border', in which actor Sunny Deol played the role of Brig Chandpuri, was also made in 1997 depicting the Indo-Pak war in Rajasthan.

Sports Shorts: Force India complete 2019 grid with Stroll

Sports Shorts: Force India complete 2019 grid with Stroll

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday

Which Covid victims does Modi mourn for?

Which Covid victims does Modi mourn for?

Rediff.com2 May 2021

Modi did not consider these deaths important enough to express regrets. Will these lives continue to count for nothing? asks Jyoti Punwani.

Lt Gen Sarath Chand appointed new vice army chief

Lt Gen Sarath Chand appointed new vice army chief

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

Lt Gen Sarath Chand was commissioned into the Garhwal Rifles in June 1979 and has had an outstanding professional career spanning over 38 years.

How will Modi deal with 'Dravidian' Stalin?

How will Modi deal with 'Dravidian' Stalin?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Indications are that Modi will have words of encouragement for Stalin, and the meeting is likely to be much less acrimonious than critics of either would want it to be. notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Air Marshal RKS Bhadauria to be next IAF chief

Air Marshal RKS Bhadauria to be next IAF chief

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

"Government has decided to appoint Air Marshal RKS Bhadauria, PVSM, AVSM, VM, ADC presently Vice Chief of Air Staff as the next Chief of the Air Staff," defence ministry's principal spokesperson, said on Twitter.

Saudi woman drives F1 car on HISTORIC day

Saudi woman drives F1 car on HISTORIC day

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

Aseel Al-Hamad declared the start of a new era for Saudi women in motorsport on Sunday as she prepared to drive a Formula One car around the French Grand Prix circuit in front of thousands of fans.

'Sasikala's arrival won't impact AIADMK'

'Sasikala's arrival won't impact AIADMK'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

'Our party cadre does not want her in the party.'

UK: Inquiry holds up announcement of new peers

UK: Inquiry holds up announcement of new peers

Rediff.com27 Dec 2005

The awarding of life peerage to 28 persons, including non resident Indian entrepreneurs Sir Gulam Noon, Chai Patel and Sandip Verma has been held up following an inquiry into allegations of "honours for cash" by the official honours watchdog.

INS Jalashwa a reflection of India-US trust

INS Jalashwa a reflection of India-US trust

Rediff.com25 Jun 2007

'From a modest beginning of 33 antiquated vessels in 1947, the Indian Navy has grown into a modern and forward looking fleet.'

Demand in LS for Bharat Ratna to Mohd Rafi

Demand in LS for Bharat Ratna to Mohd Rafi

Rediff.com19 Aug 2011

The issue was raised in during Zero hour and supported by several others.

China admits 4 soldiers were killed in Galwan clash

China admits 4 soldiers were killed in Galwan clash

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

Four Chinese soldiers were killed in the fierce clash with the Indian Army in the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh in June last year, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) acknowledged for the first time on Friday.

UN 'regrets' Alamuddin's decision to not serve on Gaza probe

UN 'regrets' Alamuddin's decision to not serve on Gaza probe

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

The United Nations has expressed regret that noted human rights lawyer Amal Alamuddin will not be able to serve on an independent inquiry commission that will investigate possible human rights violations and war crimes committed, particularly in the Gaza Strip.

Pence, Harris all set for US vice-presidential debate

Pence, Harris all set for US vice-presidential debate

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

Political analysts believe that an aggressive Harris, 55, will easily prevail over Pence, 61, during the only vice-presidential debate and help her running mate Joe Biden, 77, to widen his lead over Trump, 74.

It's time judges declared their assets

It's time judges declared their assets

Rediff.com26 Feb 2007

'We in India are incredibly lucky in our judiciary. Taken as a body it is undoubtedly free of taints. But let us not pretend that every single member of this elite corps is free of controversy.'

Katich not interested in Cricket Australia job

Katich not interested in Cricket Australia job

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

Simon Katich, who has been nominated by Cricket Australia's longest-serving director, Mark Taylor, to succeed him after resigning, turned down the offer sighting media commitments.

Cop who probed 2012 gang rape to receive award in NYC

Cop who probed 2012 gang rape to receive award in NYC

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

In recognition of the award for Sharma, the Asia Society said the officer "has led the investigation and prosecution of several high-profile crimes in India, including the infamous Delhi gang rape case that earlier this year turned into a television series. She has transformed police work and the roles of policewomen in India."

'Virtual hearing of cases is an excellent development'

'Virtual hearing of cases is an excellent development'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

'Coupled with e-filing procedures it would really enhance the ability of the judiciary to provide speedier justice.'

Will put our best foot forward in assembly polls: Omar

Will put our best foot forward in assembly polls: Omar

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who had reservations against the holding of assembly polls in the state soon, on Saturday said there was no question of not contesting the elections and "we will put our best foot forward."

How Jairam Ramesh has made a difference

How Jairam Ramesh has made a difference

Rediff.com11 May 2010

'Jairam Ramesh is almost single handedly bringing about a paradigm shift within the government.'

Xi's 'strong' obsession reason for China's behaviour: Experts

Xi's 'strong' obsession reason for China's behaviour: Experts

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Experts said the tensions have added to a sense of apprehension in the United States, Europe and parts of Asia that China will engage in more aggressive behaviour in pursuit of its territorial interests, which in turn has raised the possibility of a serious and coordinated pushback by leading global players.

Geelani put under house arrest; cops use water cannons on protesters

Geelani put under house arrest; cops use water cannons on protesters

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

Geelani's supporters were demonstrating in front of his house in Srinagar to protest his house arrest.

'Modi too feels that truth on Netaji should come out'

'Modi too feels that truth on Netaji should come out'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's grandnephew met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Berlin and sought declassification of all secret files related to the freedom fighter, amid a row over reported snooping on the leader's close relatives.