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Blow to Imran Khan as Pak govt to ban his party for anti-state activities

Blow to Imran Khan as Pak govt to ban his party for anti-state activities

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Khan, 71, has been lodged at the Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on account of multiple cases against him.

25 Global Brands Coming To India!

25 Global Brands Coming To India!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

'The Indian retail landscape is poised for a significant shift with the anticipated arrival of several prominent international luxury fashion brands in 2024.'

Kerala CPI-M leader's remark on Muslim headscarf sparks row

Kerala CPI-M leader's remark on Muslim headscarf sparks row

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Irked by his remarks, "Samastha", an influential Sunni scholars' body, said the CPI-M's "double standards" have been exposed through this.

Modi takes a selfie with his Kashmiri 'friend'

Modi takes a selfie with his Kashmiri 'friend'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

It was a dream-come-true moment for Kashmiri youth Nazim Nazeer on Thursday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi not only took a selfie with him but also referred to him as a 'friend'.

Israel-Hamas truce begins, 13 hostages to be freed from Gaza

Israel-Hamas truce begins, 13 hostages to be freed from Gaza

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The Qatari spokesperson stated that Mossad will provide the Qataris with a list of Palestinian inmates who are likely to be released.

Hostage-prisoner swap: Qatar announces truce extension in Gaza by 2 days

Hostage-prisoner swap: Qatar announces truce extension in Gaza by 2 days

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

There is no immediate Israeli confirmation of the truce extension but Hamas issues its own statement confirming as much, crediting the Qatari and Egyptian mediation efforts, it added.

'We are eagerly awaiting Rahulji'

'We are eagerly awaiting Rahulji'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

'The entire electorate of Wayanad is joyful. Rahulji is with us and we are with him wherever he is.'

Met Ameca, The Humanoid Robot?

Met Ameca, The Humanoid Robot?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Ameca is an advanced humanoid robot built for human-robot interaction.

J-K authorities issue ultimatum to Mufti, 7 ex-MLAs to vacate govt quarters

J-K authorities issue ultimatum to Mufti, 7 ex-MLAs to vacate govt quarters

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Mufti was served an eviction notice for her 'Fairview' residence at the high security Gupkar area of the city here last month as well.

China blocks India-US move to blacklist 26/11 terrorist

China blocks India-US move to blacklist 26/11 terrorist

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Beijing blocked the proposal that had been moved by the US and co-designated by India to blacklist Mir under the 1267 Al Qaeda Sanctions Committee of the UN Security Council as a global terrorist and subject him to assets freeze, travel ban and arms embargo.

Doc, cop among 4 J-K employees sacked for terror links

Doc, cop among 4 J-K employees sacked for terror links

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

In the last three years, the Union Territory administration has invoked 311 (2)(c) of the Constitution to sack more than 50 employees, who were allegedly operating in shadows within the government and drawing a salary from the public exchequer, however, they were helping Pakistani terror outfits, providing logistics to terrorists, propagating terrorists' ideology, raising terror finances and furthering secessionist agenda, officials said.

CBI grills Abhishek Banerjee's relatives in coal scam case

CBI grills Abhishek Banerjee's relatives in coal scam case

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

The CBI on Monday questioned relatives of Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee in connection with its investigation into the multi-crore coal pilferage case.

India slams China for saving 26/11 terrorist Sajid Mir from UN blacklist

India slams China for saving 26/11 terrorist Sajid Mir from UN blacklist

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

India has hit out at China for blocking a move to designate Pakistan-based LeT leader Sajid Mir as a "global terrorist" by the UN, saying it shows a lack of genuine political will to fight the scourge of terrorism.

We aren't scared of criminal prosecution, says NCP's Majeed Memon

We aren't scared of criminal prosecution, says NCP's Majeed Memon

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

If the BJP stays away from controversial issues like the idea of a Hindu state, treats minorities equally, then there is no reason why the NCP should not consider aligning with them, National Secretary of the Nationalist Congress Party and Rajya Sabha member Majeed Memon tells Kavita Chowdhury

Bangladesh hangs ex-Army officer for Sheikh Mujib's assassination

Bangladesh hangs ex-Army officer for Sheikh Mujib's assassination

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

Former captain Abdul Majed was hanged for his involvement in the 1975 coup in which the country's founder Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was assassinated, nearly four-and-a-half decades after the high profile massacre.

Court asks Mumbai police to probe insult to national anthem charge against Mamata

Court asks Mumbai police to probe insult to national anthem charge against Mamata

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The Bombay high court on Wednesday refused to grant any relief to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in a complaint seeking action against her for allegedly disrespecting the national anthem at an event in Mumbai in 2022.

'Karachi attack was to target Pak's economy and China'

'Karachi attack was to target Pak's economy and China'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Chinese companies have large interests and investments in the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

Indian lifter Gurunaidu Sanapathi becomes Youth World Champion

Indian lifter Gurunaidu Sanapathi becomes Youth World Champion

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

India's tally at the world event now stands at four medals.

Kin of civilians killed in Hyderpora encounter seek bodies, protests continue

Kin of civilians killed in Hyderpora encounter seek bodies, protests continue

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

Families of two civilians killed in the Hyderpora encounter in Srinagar held a protest here on Wednesday, demanding justice for the victims and the return of their bodies.

NCP to support candidate chosen by Shiv Sena in RS polls: Pawar

NCP to support candidate chosen by Shiv Sena in RS polls: Pawar

Rediff.com22 May 2022

The BJP can win two Rajya Sabha seats with the number of MLAs it has, while the ruling allies Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP in Maharashtra can win a seat each.

US denies involvement in no-trust motion against Imran govt

US denies involvement in no-trust motion against Imran govt

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The cable was reportedly sent on March 7, a day before the Opposition submitted the no-confidence motion and requisitioned a National Assembly session for voting on it.

Kerala ex-minister to be booked for assaulting 2 YC workers inside flight

Kerala ex-minister to be booked for assaulting 2 YC workers inside flight

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

One of the lawyers representing the two Youth Congress workers confirmed that the court of judicial first class magistrate in Thiruvananthapuram directed the Valiyathura police to register an FIR.

Afridi's shocking claims about 2010 spot-fixing scandal

Afridi's shocking claims about 2010 spot-fixing scandal

Rediff.com4 May 2019

Says he knew of SMS exchanges between bookmaker and players before the scam broke out

Afridi claims he knew of SMS exchanges between bookies and players

Afridi claims he knew of SMS exchanges between bookies and players

Rediff.com4 May 2019

The spot-fixing scandal happened in August 2010 during Pakistan's tour of England and then captain Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir were banned by the ICC for their involvement.

Terror funding: Court summons Hizbul chief Syed Salahuddin

Terror funding: Court summons Hizbul chief Syed Salahuddin

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The court passed the order after taking cognisance of a charge sheet filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Ghulam Nabi Azad declines Sonia Gandhi's offer to lead J-K campaign

Ghulam Nabi Azad declines Sonia Gandhi's offer to lead J-K campaign

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

Congress president Sonia Gandhi Tuesday appointed former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Ghulam Nabi Azad as the party's campaign committee chief in the union territory, but he declined the offer.

Abhishek Banerjee's wife responds to CBI notice, asks team to visit on Tuesday

Abhishek Banerjee's wife responds to CBI notice, asks team to visit on Tuesday

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

"Though I am unaware of the reason for me being called for questioning or the subject matter of the investigation, you may visit my residence as per your convenience between 11 am and 3 pm tomorrow, i.e. 23 February, 2021," she said in her letter to CBI.

Opposition must study why Modi keeps winning: NCP leader

Opposition must study why Modi keeps winning: NCP leader

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Memon said that the opposition should introspect why Modi keeps getting such a "positive mandate" and dismissed suggestions of manipulation of EVMs, an oft-repeated complaint of the Congress and other political parties.

Watch LIVE! All the action from Parliament

Watch LIVE! All the action from Parliament

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

Watch all the debates and discussions in Parliament.

Family of youth in Iraq: 'Our son did not write any letter'

Family of youth in Iraq: 'Our son did not write any letter'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

The uncle of the missing youth, who is suspected to be in Iraq fighting for the ISIS, denies that Arif Majeed wrote the alleged letter expressing his disillusionment with his family and his wish to migrate to 'Allah's land'.

China calls back Mandarin teachers from Pakistan as attacks spike

China calls back Mandarin teachers from Pakistan as attacks spike

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Chinese nationals teaching Mandarin in different parts of Pakistan have left for home after being called back by Beijing following the recent deadly attacks targeting them, an official of the Karachi University said on Monday.

CBI summons Rubaiya Sayeed in 1989 abduction case

CBI summons Rubaiya Sayeed in 1989 abduction case

Rediff.com27 May 2022

A Central Bureau of Investigation court in Jammu has issued summons to Dr Rubaiya Sayeed, the late Union home minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed's daughter, to appear before it on July 15, 2022 in a case related to her abduction in December 1989.

6 photos of India that will give you vacay goals

6 photos of India that will give you vacay goals

Rediff.com22 Apr 2018

Rediff readers share their best travel memories.

Rubaiya Sayeed appears in court for first time, IDs Yaseen Malik as abductor

Rubaiya Sayeed appears in court for first time, IDs Yaseen Malik as abductor

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Rubaiya Sayeed, former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed's daughter, appeared before a special Central Bureau of Investigation court on Friday in a case related to her 1989 abduction and identified JKLF chief Yasin Malik and three others as her abductors, officials said.

Imran names US diplomat involved in 'conspiracy' to topple his govt

Imran names US diplomat involved in 'conspiracy' to topple his govt

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Pakistan's Opposition leaders have ridiculed Khan's allegation, and the US has dismissed it.

Kashmiri photographer wins MCC Photo of the Year

Kashmiri photographer wins MCC Photo of the Year

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

Saqib Majeed, a photojournalist of eight years, came across the scene on a visit to Nishat Bagh -- one of the most famous Mughal gardens.

India attends Afghan meet as Taliban march continues

India attends Afghan meet as Taliban march continues

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

The invitation for the meeting to India was extended by Qatari special envoy for conflict resolution Mutlaq bin Majed Al-Qahtani during his visit to the national capital last week.

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Learning perhaps from the Kargil debacle, Musharraf tried hard to evolve as a statesman in his dealings with India, recalls Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

U-turns queer the pitch for Nitish Kumar as Opposition's PM face

U-turns queer the pitch for Nitish Kumar as Opposition's PM face

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

As he snapped ties with the Bharatiya Janata Party, Bihar's caretaker chief minister Nitish Kumar has once again been pitched as a prime ministerial candidate for the 2024 elections by some, but a majority of the Opposition still view the Janata Dal-United leader with suspicion citing his numerous 'U-turns'.

He became India's first suicide bomber from Islamic State's training school

He became India's first suicide bomber from Islamic State's training school

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

A civil engineer by training, Majeed tried to blow himself up thrice but failed each time