News for 'Kargil'

'Pakistan Funding For Kashmir Terror Has Never Stopped'

'Pakistan Funding For Kashmir Terror Has Never Stopped'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

'There is a trust deficit between Delhi and Srinagar. It is there even today.'

India, Pak should resolve Kashmir issue via dialogue, consultations: China

India, Pak should resolve Kashmir issue via dialogue, consultations: China

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Replying to a question on the Kashmir issue raised by a Pakistani journalist, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning during a media briefing in Beijing said that China's position on the issue of Kashmir has been "consistent and clear".

Ladakh councillor held for mocking PM, Army in audio clip

Ladakh councillor held for mocking PM, Army in audio clip

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

The action against Zakir Hussain, a councillor from Shakar constituency in Kargil district, followed registration of a first information report against him by police on Friday even as the councillor submitted a public apology over his remarks, the officials said.

Why KBC Still SCARES Amitabh Bachchan

Why KBC Still SCARES Amitabh Bachchan

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Amitabh Bachchan, surprisingly, feels a sense 'dar' as to how he will conduct himself on KBC.

How Indo-Pak cricket thrived in Musharraf's rule

How Indo-Pak cricket thrived in Musharraf's rule

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Pervez Musharraf, the architect of the Kargil War in 1999, loved his cricket.

World Bank can't interpret Indus Waters Treaty for us: India

World Bank can't interpret Indus Waters Treaty for us: India

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

"I do not think they (World Bank) are in a position to interpret the treaty for us. It is a treaty between our two countries and our assessment of the treaty is that there is a provision of graded approach," External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said.

Shershaah : Worthy Biopic for an Iconic Warrior

Shershaah : Worthy Biopic for an Iconic Warrior

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

'Captain Vikram Batra, PVC and his unit 13 Jak Rif did stand out because of the sheer magnitude of the task allotted to them but also the exceptional professionalism with which it was executed and completed,' recalls Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Would Manipur Violence Have Continued If...

Would Manipur Violence Have Continued If...

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

...the BJP's template of operation was different or if the Centre and the state were ruled by dissimilar parties? asks Shyam G Menon.

Rahul Gandhi omits mention of Savarkar in Maharashtra rally, targets BJP

Rahul Gandhi omits mention of Savarkar in Maharashtra rally, targets BJP

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of spreading fear, hatred and violence and said the country can not progress under these circumstances as he asked the government to be compassionate in handling farmers' problems to prevent suicides.

Musharraf's death: Bilawal changes Twitter profile picture to...

Musharraf's death: Bilawal changes Twitter profile picture to...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

After news about the demise of Pakistan's former president General Pervez Musharraf was confirmed, the country's Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Sunday changed his Twitter profile picture to a photograph of his mother Benazir Bhutto and the late Nawab Akbar Bugti, in whose murder the former military ruler was named.

Prez breaks tradition to spend Dussehra with troops

Prez breaks tradition to spend Dussehra with troops

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

The President interacted with the troops and their families amid 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' slogans raised by the soldiers.

The SUPER COOL Bollywood Quiz!

The SUPER COOL Bollywood Quiz!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Khatron Ke Khiladi 13: Meet The Contestants

Khatron Ke Khiladi 13: Meet The Contestants

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Rohit Shetty returns with the 13th season of the adventure reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi, and the contestant line-up seems quite interesting.

IAF inducts India-made light combat helicopters 'Prachand'

IAF inducts India-made light combat helicopters 'Prachand'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

The 5.8-tonne twin-engine gunship chopper is armed with air-to-air missiles, 20 mm turret guns, rocket systems and other weapons.

The Kargil martyr's daughter who wants peace with Pakistan

The Kargil martyr's daughter who wants peace with Pakistan

Rediff.com5 May 2016

'When do you seek peace, if not now? Once both nations destruct?' 'Pakistanis are telling me how their perception changed about Indians after watching the video.'

Trailer Review: Janhvi looks promising as Gunjan Saxena

Trailer Review: Janhvi looks promising as Gunjan Saxena

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

Janhvi Kapoor's acting skills have improved since her first outing, notes Namrata Thakker.

Raj CM meets war widows as Pulwama widows protest simmers

Raj CM meets war widows as Pulwama widows protest simmers

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

The Pulwama widows have been protesting since February 28, demanding a change in rules so that their relatives and not just children can get government jobs on compassionate grounds.

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

'The unfolding events indicate a dangerous internal security situation in Manipur and the region. It can have external ramifications also.'

Rajnath flies sortie in LCH Prachand after induction into IAF

Rajnath flies sortie in LCH Prachand after induction into IAF

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday flew a sortie in a Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) after a fleet of the highly agile choppers was inducted into the Indian Air Force.

PIX: Men's hockey team visits National War Memorial

PIX: Men's hockey team visits National War Memorial

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

The India men's hockey team post their victorious return from Commonwealth Games 2022 visited the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Thursday, to express their gratitude to the brave martyred soldiers of the nation.

Sanjay Kumar, Param Vir Chakra, Promoted

Sanjay Kumar, Param Vir Chakra, Promoted

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Sanjay Kumar is the only Param Vir Chakra awardee who still serves in the Indian Army.

www.maabharatikesapoot.mod.gov.in Live!

www.maabharatikesapoot.mod.gov.in Live!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

The Maa Bharati Ke Sapoot Web site (www.maabharatikesapoot.mod.gov.in) will enable citizens to contribute to the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund

Salute The First Lady Army Officer Serving At Siachen!

Salute The First Lady Army Officer Serving At Siachen!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Deployed at 15,632 feet, Captain Shiva Chauhan, 25, highlights the calibre of the Indian Army's women officers.

Is Virat Making Anushka BLUSH?

Is Virat Making Anushka BLUSH?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Or is it just being on the beach?

Pervez Musharraf laid to rest in Karachi

Pervez Musharraf laid to rest in Karachi

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Several retired and serving military officers attend Pervez Musharraf's funeral prayers.

The Village of Heroes

The Village of Heroes

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

The village in Maharashtra has continuously sent soldiers to the Army since World War I. Every other person you meet is a soldier or a retired soldier or is aspiring to be a soldier.

Israel embassy blast: 4 Ladakh students sent to 10-day custody

Israel embassy blast: 4 Ladakh students sent to 10-day custody

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Four students, who were arrested from Ladakh in connection with a blast near the Israel Embassy here in January, were sent to 10-day police remand by a magistrate court, officials said.

In Pics: Glimpses of Z-Morh and Zojila tunnels

In Pics: Glimpses of Z-Morh and Zojila tunnels

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

While the 6.5-km the Z-Morh tunnel is expected to be completed by next year, ahead of the target date of December 2023, the 14.15 km Zojila tunnel is also scheduled to be completed ahead of the target date of 2026, National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited officials said.

'Peace can return to Manipur'

'Peace can return to Manipur'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

'...through the will of the people and commitment of leaders.' 'It may not happen today or tomorrow, but it will happen.'

SC agrees to hear Army wife's plea to repatriate POWs from Pakistan

SC agrees to hear Army wife's plea to repatriate POWs from Pakistan

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear a plea of the wife of an Indian Army officer seeking repatriation of her husband and other Army officers believed to be held under illegal detention as prisoners of war by Pakistan since the 1971 war.

Formation of Ladakh as UT evokes mixed reaction

Formation of Ladakh as UT evokes mixed reaction

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Kargil observed it as a 'black day' and leaders in Leh seeing it as an opportunity for development.

'For the country, Vikram is Shershaah'

'For the country, Vikram is Shershaah'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

'For me, he's the brother and friend I lost so early.' 'It is like a part of me has been amputated.'

Baby No 2 for Neha Dhupia-Angad Bedi

Baby No 2 for Neha Dhupia-Angad Bedi

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

'New Home production coming soon...Waheguru mehr kare.'

'I operated upon 300 soldiers, and lost one'

'I operated upon 300 soldiers, and lost one'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

'Unless you capture territory and plant your flag, the war is never won.'

In These Homes, It Is Har Din Tiranga

In These Homes, It Is Har Din Tiranga

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

On a mission to visit the families of soldiers who have died in action, Vikas Manhas has met over 1,000 families whose loved ones made the supreme sacrifice for the country.

How War Movies Do At The Box Office

How War Movies Do At The Box Office

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Joginder Tuteja lists the biggest box office successes with stars in uniform.

Diwali celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of muted festivities

Diwali celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of muted festivities

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Colourful lights illuminated buildings and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country celebrated Diwali with pomp on Monday after two years of muted festivities due to the pandemic.

Shershah Will Never Be Forgotten

Shershah Will Never Be Forgotten

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

A bust of Captain Vikram Batra Param Vir Chakra was unveiled at the Palampur military station by his parents Mr G L Batra and Mrs Kamal Kanta Batra on Wednesday, January 19, 2022.

Sonam Wangchuk on 5-day hunger strike, alleges house arrest

Sonam Wangchuk on 5-day hunger strike, alleges house arrest

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

The Ladakh-based innovator had announced a five-day long hunger strike at 18,380 feet high Khardung La from January 26 to invite attention of the BJP-led Centre to the demands of the people of Ladakh.

'Your Hindustan will never forget you'

'Your Hindustan will never forget you'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

Penned by lyricist Sameer, the tribute song in honour of the martyrs of the Kargil War features Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Kangana Ranaut among others.