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Who is this hottie on the ramp?

Who is this hottie on the ramp?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

TV presenter and entrepreneur Archana Vijaya turned showstopper at the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour.

Your Health And Auto Queries Answered

Your Health And Auto Queries Answered

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

Sanjib Jha, CEO, Coverfox Insurance Broking, answers your health and auto insurance related queries.

Recipe: Chef Saby's Nutty Pumpkin Soup

Recipe: Chef Saby's Nutty Pumpkin Soup

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

Cook up a batch of this healthy, low-calorie soup and serve it with crusty bread or chicken sandwiches.

Recipe: Ranchi Memories & Sheetal Chhaya Alu Mattar

Recipe: Ranchi Memories & Sheetal Chhaya Alu Mattar

Rediff.com16 May 2023

A mildly-spiced, sans too much garam masala 'hotel'-style potatoes with peas in a thick gravy that goes well with butter naans.

Recipe: Methia-Flavoured Kand Fries

Recipe: Methia-Flavoured Kand Fries

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Crispy wedges of nutty-tasting purple yam or kand make for a great snack break.

Process for appointment of CDS underway: Rajnath

Process for appointment of CDS underway: Rajnath

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

According to the new rules, any serving or retired lieutenant general, air marshal and vice-admiral under the age of 62 years will be eligible for appointment to the post of CDS.

General who oversaw military readiness in eastern Ladakh is new Army vice chief

General who oversaw military readiness in eastern Ladakh is new Army vice chief

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Lt Gen Baggavalli Somashekar Raju will take over as the next vice chief of the Army Staff on May 1, the defence ministry said on Friday.

What Will China Attack First?

What Will China Attack First?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

In all likelihood, the next conventional Chinese attack on India would be preceded by a massive cyber attack designed to cripple Indian networks and interfere with our disaster-relief programmes.

Sintra: Candy Castles And Sandwiches

Sintra: Candy Castles And Sandwiches

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Fried eggplant or baigan in a sandwich? Much, much more yum than you could possibly imagine.

Don't Delay Appointing Service Chiefs!

Don't Delay Appointing Service Chiefs!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

If the government of the day would like to set in place a smooth and well-planned changeover and facilitate the incoming chief to chalk out his action plan well in advance, the announcement of a successor needs to be done early, observes Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

For 1st time, service chiefs roped in to defend govt decision: Cong on Agnipath

For 1st time, service chiefs roped in to defend govt decision: Cong on Agnipath

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

"Why are the Prime Minister, Home Minister and Defence Minister quiet on the Agnipath scheme?" Kharge asked.

Army probes Arunachal crash, pilots of helicopter made mayday call

Army probes Arunachal crash, pilots of helicopter made mayday call

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

Four Army personnel were killed and one was reported missing after the twin-engine weapon system integrated (WSI) version of the indigenously-built helicopter went down at Migging village in Upper Siang district of the border state at 10.43 am on Friday.

Recipe: Cream Of Potato And Leek Soup

Recipe: Cream Of Potato And Leek Soup

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

An Irish soup designed for the Indian palate.

21 islands in Andamans named after Param Vir Chakra bravehearts

21 islands in Andamans named after Param Vir Chakra bravehearts

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

The government has decided to name 21 uninhabited islands in the Union territory of Andaman & Nicobar after recipients of Param Vir Chakra, the country's highest wartime gallantry award.

How To Make Padma Lakshmi's Yummy Lemon Pickle

How To Make Padma Lakshmi's Yummy Lemon Pickle

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

The lemon is marinated for six months in a jar with sea salt.

The Best Places To Shop In India...

The Best Places To Shop In India...

Rediff.com23 May 2023

A recent survey discovered that Bengaluru has some of the classiest high streets in our country.

In backdrop of border row, Army steps up Mandarin training for soldiers

In backdrop of border row, Army steps up Mandarin training for soldiers

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

They said various Mandarin language courses are being run at the language schools at the Northern, Eastern and Central commands of the Army.

India steps up infra work after Pentagon report on Chinese build-up: MEA

India steps up infra work after Pentagon report on Chinese build-up: MEA

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Days after a Pentagon report said Beijing built a large village in a disputed territory in the Arunachal Pradesh sector, India on Thursday said it has neither accepted any illegal occupation of its territory by China nor has it accepted unjustified Chinese claims.

Rajnath visits Arunachal's forward areas, hails troops for professionalism

Rajnath visits Arunachal's forward areas, hails troops for professionalism

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

The defence minister visited the forward areas at a time when China is upgrading its infrastructure along the border.

Army boosts firepower, surveillance along China border

Army boosts firepower, surveillance along China border

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

The Army has significantly bolstered its fire power along the frontier with China by deploying a range of rockets and artillery weapons and plans to procure an array of additional systems, including 100 K9 Vajra howitzers and UAVs, to augment combat prowess.

Onboard INS Vikrant, Rajnath talks of Chinese threat

Onboard INS Vikrant, Rajnath talks of Chinese threat

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

In a projection of India's growing maritime prowess, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday addressed the top naval commanders onboard the country's first indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant in the Arabian Sea and witnessed a mega wargame, amid China's increasing military posturing in the Indian Ocean region.

'How would America respond if China invades India?'

'How would America respond if China invades India?'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'India will want a lot of help from the US, but it's not going to want US troops.'

Recipe: Cheesy Light Zucchini Quiche

Recipe: Cheesy Light Zucchini Quiche

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

This light zucchini quiche is versatile and zucchini can be swapped for any other vegetable.

India aims for defence hardware production, not assembly workshop: Rajnath

India aims for defence hardware production, not assembly workshop: Rajnath

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

Singh made the remarks while addressing a "CEOs' Roundtable" at the 14th edition of Aero India at the Yelahanka Air Force station complex on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

Recipe: Zelda's Devrani Lasagne

Recipe: Zelda's Devrani Lasagne

Rediff.com23 May 2023

The emperor of pasta dishes is lasagne with its layers and layers of richness and taste.

Is Doval the reason there's no CDS?

Is Doval the reason there's no CDS?

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Gen Bipin Rawat's appointment, first as army chief superseding two other army commanders, and then as CDS, was the consequence of his close personal rapport with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. Now, with General Rawat gone and nobody named to replace him as CDS, it is evident that no other top military officer enjoys that relationship with Doval, observes Ajai Shukla.

Defence forces to begin initial recruitment under Agnipath by next week

Defence forces to begin initial recruitment under Agnipath by next week

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

As protests against the Agnipath military recruitment scheme intensified, the Army, Navy and the Air Force on Friday announced that they will start the enrolment process under the new model by next week while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh appealed to the youths wanting to join the armed forces to start preparing for the induction.

After 3 years Sheikh Hasina to visit India on Sep 5 for talks

After 3 years Sheikh Hasina to visit India on Sep 5 for talks

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is expected to travel to India on September 5 on a three-day official visit during which defence cooperation and regional stability are likely to be the focus of her talks with Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, an official said on Monday.

Very Quick Snacks For 2023

Very Quick Snacks For 2023

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Whip up spreads on the double, especially when supplies run low.

Whoa! This actor's yoga pics will make you sweat

Whoa! This actor's yoga pics will make you sweat

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Actor and yoga enthusiast Abigail Pande needs no excuse to hold back from her workouts.

Cong issues whip to all MLAs for CLP meet, Pilot to skip

Cong issues whip to all MLAs for CLP meet, Pilot to skip

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

Pilot had claimed that the Ashok Gehlot government was in minority and more than 30 Congress and some independent legislators have pledged support to him.

New equipment boost Army's combat capability in Ladakh

New equipment boost Army's combat capability in Ladakh

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday handed over to the Army a raft of home-grown military hardware including unmanned aerial systems, quick reaction fighting vehicles, patrol boats and surveillance equipment for boosting its overall combat capability in eastern Ladakh.

Amit Shah reviews Kashmir situation amid spate of civilian killings

Amit Shah reviews Kashmir situation amid spate of civilian killings

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

The meeting came after terrorists carried out a series of targeted killings in the Kashmir Valley that include non-Muslims, security personnel, an artist and local civilians.

Recipe: Roasted Red Bell Pepper Spaghetti

Recipe: Roasted Red Bell Pepper Spaghetti

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

This creamy, smokey pasta goes best with a glass of chilled white wine. Cheers!

Village cited by Pentagon is in China-controlled territory, say sources

Village cited by Pentagon is in China-controlled territory, say sources

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

A village built by China along the Line of Actual Control in the Arunachal Pradesh sector and mentioned in a recent Pentagon report, is in territory controlled by that country, sources in the security establishment in New Delhi said on Tuesday.

Recipe: Lebanese Fattoush Salad With Pita

Recipe: Lebanese Fattoush Salad With Pita

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

Lebanese Fattoush Salad is light, nutritious and delicious.

Where Indian Army Scores Over PLA

Where Indian Army Scores Over PLA

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

In the confrontation in Doklam, where Indian and Chinese soldiers were lined up eyeball-to-eyeball, senior Indian commanders recount they could sense the uncertainty in the Chinese. While Indian soldiers had to be restrained from pushing the Chinese troops back, our chief interpreter heard the Chinese officers threatening to open fire on PLA soldiers who wavered or withdrew, reveals Ajai Shukla.

'Oh my god, you still have this!'

'Oh my god, you still have this!'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

'His expression was like a million dollars!'

'Chinese know it's not 1962 anymore'

'Chinese know it's not 1962 anymore'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

'There have been equal or more casualties on the Chinese side.' 'Our soldiers are hardy and strong and far superior than the Chinese.'

'Galwan raised the cost for the PLA'

'Galwan raised the cost for the PLA'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

'It is because of the bravery of Colonel Santosh Babu and his men that we have not seen a violent escalation anywhere else along the LAC.'