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India issues helplines for its citizens in Israel, Iran

India issues helplines for its citizens in Israel, Iran

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

The Indian diplomatic missions in Israel and Iran on Sunday issued fresh advisories for its nationals after Tehran launched an unprecedented drone and missile attack on the Jewish state, advising them to stay calm, adhere to safety protocols along with activating additional helpline numbers.

Jewish boy's nanny to leave for Israel

Jewish boy's nanny to leave for Israel

Rediff.com1 Dec 2008

Foreign Minister Tzipi Livnitold told the Israeli Cabinet on Sunday that her ministry is working to bring Sandra Samuel to Israel. The toddler's parents -- Rabbi Gavriel Holtzberg and Rivika -- serving at the Chabad House or Nariman House in Mumbai as the emissaries of the Chabad movement were killed in the audacious attack.

After UP, Uttarakhand implements kanwar route eatery order

After UP, Uttarakhand implements kanwar route eatery order

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

An Uttar Pradesh government spokesperson said a formal order for all eateries along the Kanwar Yatra route in the state was likely to be issued soon.

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Aseem Chhabra's Top 10 Films/ Series from TIFF 2024 includes films that he watched for the first time in Toronto. The films were impressive due to their rigor, passion, unique storytelling style and sometimes exploring the vulnerable sides of big name stars.

'Netanyahu should resign!'

'Netanyahu should resign!'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'He is ultimately responsible for this failure, having ignored warnings from Egypt and the US about the attacks.'

Indian-origin student arrested for taking part in anti-Israel protests in US

Indian-origin student arrested for taking part in anti-Israel protests in US

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Achinthya Sivalingam, born in Coimbatore and raised in Columbus, has been barred from the campus and faces disciplinary action, said a university spokesperson.

Hitler may have married Jewish woman by mistake, says report

Hitler may have married Jewish woman by mistake, says report

Rediff.com5 Apr 2014

In what could prove to be one of the biggest ironies of history, Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler, infamous for the genocide of Jews, may have unwittingly married a Jewish woman, new British research has found.

Natalie Portman weds Benjamin Millepied in private Jewish ceremony

Natalie Portman weds Benjamin Millepied in private Jewish ceremony

Rediff.com6 Aug 2012

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywod right here!

Biden confirms 14 American deaths in Hamas attack

Biden confirms 14 American deaths in Hamas attack

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

United States President Joe Biden Tuesday said the Hamas' attack on Israel is an 'unadulterated evil unleashed on the world', and added that at least 14 American citizens were killed in the incident.

'Kashmiri tasked Headley to synchronise attacks on Jewish houses'

'Kashmiri tasked Headley to synchronise attacks on Jewish houses'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2011

American-born terrorist David Headley's return after the Mumbai terror strikes of 2008 was to give final touches to synchronised terror strikes on Jewish houses located in five cities, including the national capital on instructions of Al Qaeda operative Illyas Kashmiri.

Canada speaker fetes Nazi unit fighter, says sorry

Canada speaker fetes Nazi unit fighter, says sorry

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Rota was responding to condemnation from Jewish groups and others, stemming from a moment during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to the Parliament on Friday.

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Asked about the challenges of an interfaith marriage, she said, 'There are a lot of things that we just agree on, I think, especially when it comes to family life, how to raise our kids. And so I think the answer really is, we just talk a lot.'

Olympics Movies That Will Amaze You

Olympics Movies That Will Amaze You

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Sports films have their own unique charm, but those centered on the Olympics and Olympians stand apart, depicting unparalleled tales of grit, guts, gumption, and glory.

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The City of Bikes is like no other.

Iran attacks Israel, fires 200 drones, missiles

Iran attacks Israel, fires 200 drones, missiles

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) said the attack was aimed at "specific targets".

Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy endorse Donald Trump

Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy endorse Donald Trump

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Indian-American Republican leader Nikky Haley has endorsed her former boss Donald Trump as the party's candidate for the presidential election, delivering the message of unity after their bitter rivalry during the presidential primary.

Immigrant from India wins Israeli kickboxing championship

Immigrant from India wins Israeli kickboxing championship

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Obed Hrangchal, a 28-year-old Indian Jew from Mizoram who immigrated to Israel in 2020, has won the Jewish state's kickboxing championship and is likely to represent the country in international competitions.

A Well For My Mother

A Well For My Mother

Rediff.com31 May 2023

A 14-year-old boy digs well for mother in Palghar.

Israel fears ICC may order Netanyahu's arrest

Israel fears ICC may order Netanyahu's arrest

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Israeli officials believe that the International Criminal Court is preparing to issue arrest warrants for senior government officials on charges related to the ongoing war with Hamas, The New York Times reported, citing five Israeli and foreign officials.

Hitler's 'Mein Kampf' recovered from Hamas base, claims IDF

Hitler's 'Mein Kampf' recovered from Hamas base, claims IDF

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Slamming Hamas, the IDF further said the terror group "embraces the ideology of Hitler", the one responsible for the "annihilation" of the Jewish people.

Now, Watch Article 370 On OTT

Now, Watch Article 370 On OTT

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

A spread of eclectic entertainment on OTT for you.

Israel re-affirms Pak-based LeT as a 'terror organisation'

Israel re-affirms Pak-based LeT as a 'terror organisation'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Over 160 people, including a number of Israeli nationals were killed in the terror attack on November 26, 2008

'Canada is deeply sorry': Trudeau apologises for honouring Nazi veteran

'Canada is deeply sorry': Trudeau apologises for honouring Nazi veteran

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has apologised for the Canadian Parliament's recognition of a man who fought for a Nazi unit during World War II, an incident that drew global condemnation and was termed by the Opposition as the 'biggest single diplomatic embarrassment' in the country's history.

South Mumbai Jewish centre still waits to remove 26/11 scars

South Mumbai Jewish centre still waits to remove 26/11 scars

Rediff.com26 Nov 2011

Three years after the Chabad House in south Mumbai was pulverised by terrorists, the Jewish Centre is yet to get a refurbished look and though the court case over renovating the site has been settled, the necessary permission from the civic body is still to come through.

Indian-origin Israeli soldier killed in fighting in Gaza

Indian-origin Israeli soldier killed in fighting in Gaza

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

A 34-year-old Indian-origin Israeli soldier has been killed during fighting in Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip this week, according to the community members.

We need support of India in fight against Hamas, says Israeli envoy

We need support of India in fight against Hamas, says Israeli envoy

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Seeking the support of India in its action against Palestinian armed group Hamas, the consul general of Israel to South India Tammy Ben-Haim on Tuesday said the Jewish State needs the support of like-minded countries and people around the world to understand that they need to fight against terrorism together.

Americans Must Depend On Hope And Prayer

Americans Must Depend On Hope And Prayer

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

The two major parties offer the United States choices that are basically unacceptable and the bench strength, such as it is, is not entirely capable of winning popular acclaim, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

'Climate Change Is The Main Villain'

'Climate Change Is The Main Villain'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

'Since there is no photo-op, or quick fix solutions, politicians do not want to address climate change. It is very unfashionable.'

Distinguish between terrorists and civilians: US to Israel

Distinguish between terrorists and civilians: US to Israel

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

'We have also been incredibly clear to Hizbollah and any other malign actors that they should not use this opportunity to widen this conflict. And when we're talking about a humanitarian pause, what we are talking about is conditions that simultaneously ensure that Hamas is not in a position in which it can regroup, restrengthen itself'

South Africa strip Teeger of U-19 World Cup captaincy

South Africa strip Teeger of U-19 World Cup captaincy

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

David Teeger spoke in support of Israeli soldiers at an awards ceremony in October.

Israel sends missile ships to Red Sea as Houthis declare war

Israel sends missile ships to Red Sea as Houthis declare war

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

The Israel Defence Forces said that missile destroyers were deployed 'in accordance with the assessment of the situation, and as part of the increased defence efforts in the region'.

Hamas releases video of 21-year-old hostage with injury

Hamas releases video of 21-year-old hostage with injury

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

The French Israeli 21-year-old is seen with her seriously wounded arm bandaged, before she speaks directly into the camera.

India abstains from UN resolution over 'violation' of Palestinian rights

India abstains from UN resolution over 'violation' of Palestinian rights

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

The United States and Israel voted against the resolution while Brazil, Japan, Myanmar and France were among those that abstained.

Every Hamas member is a dead man, declares Israeli PM

Every Hamas member is a dead man, declares Israeli PM

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Calling Hamas worse than ISIS, Netanyahu listed some of the atrocities committed on Saturday including the burning of people alive.

Tributes paid to martyrs on 26/11 attacks

Tributes paid to martyrs on 26/11 attacks

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais and Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday paid floral tributes to the martyrs who laid down their lives while fighting terrorists who attacked the metropolis on this day 15 years ago.

The Music And Dance Of War!

The Music And Dance Of War!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Religious Jewish men play music from a van and dance to encourage Israeli soldiers near Israel's border with Gaza in southern Israel

US vetoes Palestinian bid to gain statehood at UN

US vetoes Palestinian bid to gain statehood at UN

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

The United States has vetoed a resolution in the UN Security Council on the latest Palestinian bid to be granted full membership of the United Nations, an outcome lauded by Israel but criticised by Palestine as 'unfair, immoral, and unjustified'.

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.

What Will Biden's Israel Visit Achieve?

What Will Biden's Israel Visit Achieve?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

On Wednesday, October 18, United States President Joe Biden arrived in Tel Aviv to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.