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Peshawar bus blast: 16 killed, 30 injured in Taliban strike

Peshawar bus blast: 16 killed, 30 injured in Taliban strike

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

The blast took place as a bomb placed inside the bus exploded when the vehicle packed with government employees reached Peshawar from Mardan.

NIA chargesheet in 2006 Malegaon blasts picks holes in ATS theory

NIA chargesheet in 2006 Malegaon blasts picks holes in ATS theory

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

The NIA's chargesheet in the 2006 Malegaon blasts mocks the investigation conducted by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad into the matter, reports Vicky Nanjappa

GO GREEN! Govt earmarks Rs 75 crore for electric vehicles

GO GREEN! Govt earmarks Rs 75 crore for electric vehicles

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Arun Jaitley presented the Budget in Parliament on Saturday.

Hyderabadi cousins on their way to join terror outfit held at Nagpur airport

Hyderabadi cousins on their way to join terror outfit held at Nagpur airport

Rediff.com26 Dec 2015

Three Hyderabad-based cousins, who allegedly planned to join "jihadi terror groups", were on Saturday picked up from Nagpur international airport while on their way to Srinagar, months after they were put under watch for being influenced by online Islamic State propaganda.

When Modi thumped the desk once too often

When Modi thumped the desk once too often

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

The prime minister was often seen vigorously thumping the desk, prompting his Cabinet colleagues and NDA MPs to follow suit.

Trump's Kashmir remark triggers massive political row

Trump's Kashmir remark triggers massive political row

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

The issued rocked both houses of Parliament with the Opposition demanding Modi's statement on Trump's controversial remarks, holding that Kashmir is a bilateral issue and no third party can intervene.

BJP ticks off Giriraj for Modi-Pak remark; parties complain to EC

BJP ticks off Giriraj for Modi-Pak remark; parties complain to EC

Rediff.com20 Apr 2014

Voicing its disapproval, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday ticked off its Bihar leader Giriraj Singh for his 'back Narendra Modi or go to Pakistan' remark even as Congress and the Janata Dal-United complained to Election Commission and demanded criminal action against him.

Saudi Arabian diplomat accused of rape leaves India

Saudi Arabian diplomat accused of rape leaves India

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

The Saudi Arabian diplomat, who was charged with confinement and rape of two Nepalese women, on Wednesday night left the country.

Tiago in fast lane, prices may go up

Tiago in fast lane, prices may go up

Rediff.com11 May 2016

The hatchback has been priced strategically at a notch above the Nano and way below the Tata Bolt.

Nissan, Renault, GM have a superb plan to revive sales in India

Nissan, Renault, GM have a superb plan to revive sales in India

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

Nissan and Renault say they will compete with new models, especially small cars, and by growing their dealer network.

Ford to triple exports from India with new $1 billion plant

Ford to triple exports from India with new $1 billion plant

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Ford Motor Co plans to triple exports from India.

GST won't make luxury cars, SUVs cheaper

GST won't make luxury cars, SUVs cheaper

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

It is immediately not clear how GST will impact the mass car market. Experts, however, say the level of tax on smaller cars will have to be at a differential to the sedans.

Parliament passes Economic Offenders Bill

Parliament passes Economic Offenders Bill

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

Finance Minister Piyush Goyal said the instances of people running away and evading the legal process was increasing and this needed to be stopped, as the current laws do not allow fully dealing with the severity of the problem.

Football Extras: Ronaldo becomes joint top-scorer in Serie A

Football Extras: Ronaldo becomes joint top-scorer in Serie A

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

IS' Twitter 'jihadi' might not be in Bengaluru

IS' Twitter 'jihadi' might not be in Bengaluru

Rediff.com13 Dec 2014

The suspect behind a pro-Islamic State Twitter account followed by foreign jihadis might not be based in Bengaluru as claimed by a British media report.

'India must talk to Kashmiri militants'

'India must talk to Kashmiri militants'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

'In a complex conflict like Kashmir, you can't just ignore the militants when you talk of a permanent solution.'

Clues to TN's future lie in Sasikala-Dinakaran meeting

Clues to TN's future lie in Sasikala-Dinakaran meeting

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Utter confusion prevails in the ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu.

Auto sector loses speed as pollution debate takes centrestage

Auto sector loses speed as pollution debate takes centrestage

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

The industry players couldn't hide their disappointment.

Auto makers seek clarity on taxation

Auto makers seek clarity on taxation

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Govt may not announce any new concessions in excise duty

PHOTOS: Real Madrid, Liverpool stroll into Champions League quarters

PHOTOS: Real Madrid, Liverpool stroll into Champions League quarters

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Images from the Champions League matches played on Tuesday

'Delhi must take the first step for a solution in Kashmir'

'Delhi must take the first step for a solution in Kashmir'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

'It is not possible that Kashmir will go totally to one country.' 'I don't see borders being changed anytime even in the distant future.'

Renault loses steam as buyers shift gears

Renault loses steam as buyers shift gears

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

While Renault reported an over 12 per cent decline in sales and lost market share, Market leader Maruti Suzuki grew over 19 per cent.

Maruti, Toyota post double digit growth in November

Maruti, Toyota post double digit growth in November

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

The measures government takes next to push economic growth will be the key for automotive sector

Options for diesel car buyers after the ban

Options for diesel car buyers after the ban

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

If you opt for a petrol variant, you will need to reapply for loan.

The first Pakistani to win an Oscar jazzes it up

The first Pakistani to win an Oscar jazzes it up

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy's next film is about aging Pakistani musicians who get a second chance because of jazz.

IMA puts out names of 382 doctors martyred in war against Covid

IMA puts out names of 382 doctors martyred in war against Covid

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Taking exception to Health Minister Harsh Vardhan not mentioning the death of healthcare workers due to Covid-19 in his statement in Parliament, the Indian Medical Association has published a list of 382 doctors who died due to the viral disease and demanded that they be treated as "martyrs".

Naidu's daylong fast becomes rallying point for Opposition unity

Naidu's daylong fast becomes rallying point for Opposition unity

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

"(Former PM) Atal Bihari Vajpayee said 'raj dharma' was not followed in Gujarat (during the 2002 riots). Now, 'raj dharma' is not being followed in case of Andhra Pradesh. We have been denied what was rightfully ours," he claimed.

Early goals take Australia past UAE to Asian Cup final

Early goals take Australia past UAE to Asian Cup final

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Australia stunned the United Arab Emirates with two goals in the first 14 minutes to reach a second successive Asian Cup final, where they will meet South Korea.

ISIS: The Kerala Connection

ISIS: The Kerala Connection

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

ISIS's online propaganda radicalises Muslim youth in Kerala. A revealing excerpt from Stanly Johny's new book, The ISIS Caliphate From Syria to the Doorsteps of India.

Uproar over NRC: Opposition wants govt to adopt 'humane approach'

Uproar over NRC: Opposition wants govt to adopt 'humane approach'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

The Trinamool Congress sought complete withdrawal of the NRC, alleging that Indian citizens have also been left out of the final draft.

Centre alerts states on possible terror attacks ahead of US Prez visit

Centre alerts states on possible terror attacks ahead of US Prez visit

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

The Centre on Wednesday alerted the states in the wake of Peshawar school massacre to the heightened possibility of terror attacks ahead of US President Barack Obama's visit to India next month.

Indian diaspora vulnerable to terror attacks, says IB chief

Indian diaspora vulnerable to terror attacks, says IB chief

Rediff.com30 Nov 2014

Director of Intelligence Bureau Syed Asif Ibrahim on Sunday said effective intelligence sharing with neighbouring countries like Nepal, Myanmar, and Malayasia, Saudi Arabia would go a long way in helping the country tackle the threat from global terror groups like the Al Qaeda and ISIS.

'India and Pakistan need to get along'

'India and Pakistan need to get along'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

'Whatever the two countries are doing these days, on the diplomatic front and on their borders, that hostility is not sustainable.' 'Today's world doesn't approve it.'

A curry button washing machine!

A curry button washing machine!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

LG, Panasonic: Making in and for India LG and Panasonic are looking to revive their fortunes in India by building local insights into their new products.

'Every party in J&K must be ready for elections'

'Every party in J&K must be ready for elections'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

'As PDP chief, Mehbooba has every right to raise issues in her party's interest.'

BJP slams its Telangana leader: 'Sania is pride of India'

BJP slams its Telangana leader: 'Sania is pride of India'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Amid a controversy over a Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party leader describing tennis star Sania Mirza as a "non-local" and "daughter-in-law" of Pakistan, Union Minister Prakash Javadekar on Thursday said the tennis ace is a pride and brand ambassador of India.

J-K polls: Triangular contest in Ganderbal

J-K polls: Triangular contest in Ganderbal

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

The ruling National Conference's traditional bastion Ganderbal is set for a triangular fight with People's Democratic Party, National Conference and an Independent contesting the polls after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah decided not to contest from the constituency which goes to polls on November 25.

'The BJP expelled me for no reason'

'The BJP expelled me for no reason'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Expelled BJP ideologue Prof Hari Om speaks to Pervez Majeed.

Automobile slump stoking labour unrest at companies

Automobile slump stoking labour unrest at companies

Rediff.com29 Apr 2014

Falling margins, high inflation pitting workers against management.

Can IS make its presence felt in India?

Can IS make its presence felt in India?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

The next big destination for IS in South Asia could be India. In India, the SIMI-IM network can provide the logistics for an IS staging area, says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).