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'Kareena Performs From The Gut'

'Kareena Performs From The Gut'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Kareena is completely instinctive.'

India, Japan deepen maritime security with eye on China

India, Japan deepen maritime security with eye on China

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

India and Japan have signed a Memorandum of Arrangement on maritime security cooperation, committing to deepen defence ties and oppose unilateral actions that impede freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific, a move seen as directed at China's increasing military presence.

If Pak wants to be part of geography...: Army chief's stern warning

If Pak wants to be part of geography...: Army chief's stern warning

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that if it continues to harbour terrorists and operate against India, it risks becoming 'history'. The remarks were made during an interactive session, days after the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, which involved precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK.

Harinder Sikka Slams Meghna Gulzar for 'Diminishing' Calling Sehmat in Raazi

Harinder Sikka Slams Meghna Gulzar for 'Diminishing' Calling Sehmat in Raazi

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Author Harinder Singh Sikka has publicly criticised filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, stating that her adaptation of his espionage novel 'Calling Sehmat' into the film 'Raazi' diminished the true spirit of his protagonist due to 'ideological bias'.

Why Army chief wants to open a cafe

Why Army chief wants to open a cafe

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi shared his vision for a cafe named 'Ahista Zindagi' in Madhya Pradesh, designed as a retreat for reflection and conversation in today's fast-paced world, during an interaction with youths in Delhi.

Mohamed Nasheed: Democratic Institutions, Not Bombing, Can Bring Change

Mohamed Nasheed: Democratic Institutions, Not Bombing, Can Bring Change

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed advocates for building democratic institutions over military intervention in resolving international conflicts, particularly in the context of the escalating West Asia crisis. He also discusses the impact of the conflict on the Maldives' tourism-dependent economy and calls for a stronger, more understanding India in the Indian Ocean Region.

How India's Children Celebrate Republic Day

How India's Children Celebrate Republic Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Happy Republic Day!

How UPA Govt Failed To Honour Sam Manekshaw

How UPA Govt Failed To Honour Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

'We failed as a country because those who should have been there to say goodbye did not show up.'

Indigenous equipment a 'strategic necessity': Army chief

Indigenous equipment a 'strategic necessity': Army chief

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the importance of indigenous equipment for the Indian Army, highlighting the force's modernization efforts and readiness for future warfare.

India holds key defence talks with Russia; eyes more S-400, gets Su-57 offer

India holds key defence talks with Russia; eyes more S-400, gets Su-57 offer

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

India and Russia are set to expand their defence cooperation, with India expressing interest in procuring additional S-400 missile systems. Discussions took place ahead of the India-Russia annual summit.

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw Field Marshal K M Cariappa Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh The three highest-ranking military heroes of the Indian Armed Forces. They were the rarest of the rare. The bravest of the brave.

My grandfather, Field Marshal Manekshaw

My grandfather, Field Marshal Manekshaw

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'After he died the phrase that struck me most about him was that 'Sam restored the izaat of the Army'.' Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Raoul-Sam Daruwala remembers the man behind the uniform. Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Raoul-Sam Daruwala remembers the man behind the uniform.

Packed Calendar, Big Diplomatic Moves

Packed Calendar, Big Diplomatic Moves

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Since June, India's ministry of external affairs has intensified its diplomatic calendar, hosting several heads of state and government, foreign ministers, and key trade delegations.

War with Pak didn't end on May 10: Army chief on Op Sindoor

War with Pak didn't end on May 10: Army chief on Op Sindoor

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

So, when to start, when to stop, how much to apply in terms of time, space and resources, and how much, what is the definition of calibrated action, all these things were something "we kept discussing at every time," Gen Dwivedi recalled.

'We Knew From Day 1 We'd Win National Award'

'We Knew From Day 1 We'd Win National Award'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'I'm so grateful Kathal is getting the recognition it deserves.'

Vicky Kaushal to play Sam Manekshaw

Vicky Kaushal to play Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Vicky reunites with his Raazi director Meghna Gulzar.

Shivakumar accuses BJP of playing politics in Dharmasthala case

Shivakumar accuses BJP of playing politics in Dharmasthala case

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar accuses the BJP of politicizing the Dharmasthala 'multiple murders and burials' case, criticizing their protests and questioning their motives.

CDS reveals how India thwarted Pak drone attack

CDS reveals how India thwarted Pak drone attack

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan emphasizes the importance of self-reliance in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) for India, citing recent global conflicts and Operation Sindoor as examples of their strategic importance.

15 Things You Must Know About Rakesh Sharma

15 Things You Must Know About Rakesh Sharma

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma was the first Indian to travel to space in 1984. Here's what you should know about the national icon.

Manekshaw's condolence book open

Manekshaw's condolence book open

Rediff.com3 Jul 2008

A condolence book for Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw kept at the Martyrs' Memorial in India Gate, New Delhi, will be open for two more days owing to tremendous public response, Defence Ministry officials said on Wednesday.

Army chief unveils statue of Sam Manekshaw

Army chief unveils statue of Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

On the birth centenary of late Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Army Chief Gen Bikram Singh on Thursday unveiled his statue at the Manekshaw auditorium in New Delhi.

Army chief unveils statue of Sam Manekshaw

Army chief unveils statue of Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

On the birth centenary of late Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Army Chief Gen Bikram Singh on Thursday unveiled his statue at the Manekshaw auditorium in New Delhi.

Obama condoles Sam Manekshaw's death

Obama condoles Sam Manekshaw's death

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama on Monday offered his deep condolences on the passing of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw.

Commemorative Stamp honouring Manekshaw released

Commemorative Stamp honouring Manekshaw released

Rediff.com17 Dec 2008

President Pratibha Patil released a Special Commemorative Stamp in honour of Late Field Marshal Sam Bahadur Manekshaw at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday.

Pay your tribute to Sam Manekshaw

Pay your tribute to Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com27 Jun 2008

Pay your tribute to Sam Manekshaw

President Kalam meets Sam Manekshaw

President Kalam meets Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com26 Nov 2005

President A P J Abdul Kalam with Field Marshal S H F J Manekshaw in New Delhi on Thursday.

Manekshaw: A soldier who created nation

Manekshaw: A soldier who created nation

Rediff.com27 Jun 2008

A soldier's General, Field Marshal Sam Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw crafted India's greatest military victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak war that created just not history, but also a new nation.

Why attack Manekshaw?

Why attack Manekshaw?

Rediff.com8 May 2007

'The fierce competition for viewership among television channels has made them willing to disseminate such stories for a few minutes of sensation.'

Condolences pour in for Manekshaw

Condolences pour in for Manekshaw

Rediff.com30 Jun 2008

Politicians may have given a go-by to one of India's proudest soldiers, but hundreds of people thronged to India Gate in New Delhi to sign the condolence book to mark their grief on the passing away of the country's first Field Marshal SHFJ Manekshaw.

State funeral for Sam Manekshaw

State funeral for Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com27 Jun 2008

The body of one of India's greatest soldiers will kept at the MRC grounds in Wellington between 1100 hours and 1300 hours on Friday for the public to pay homage. From Wellington his body will taken in a gun carriage to Ooty where his funeral will be held. According to Manekshaw's family members, the body will be taken to a cemetery in Ooty, where his wife was buried.

Manekshaw's condition stable

Manekshaw's condition stable

Rediff.com7 Nov 2005

The Field Marshall has been able to receive some guests.

Field Marshal Manekshaw's condition improves

Field Marshal Manekshaw's condition improves

Rediff.com7 Nov 2005

He is suffering from renal failure and a lung infection.

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw serious

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw serious

Rediff.com6 Nov 2005

An astute war planner, Manekshaw led India to victory in the 1971 war against Pakistan, which ended with the surrender of over 90,000 Pakistani armed personnel.

History in Minutes: Major Who Saved Tawang From China

History in Minutes: Major Who Saved Tawang From China

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Major Khathing was the first man to hoist the Indian flag in Tawang. He also brought Bum La under Indian control.

When Kennedy drove the legendary Sam Manekshaw

When Kennedy drove the legendary Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Kennedy was extremely angry at how the government treated the field marshal in death. "No chief came for his burial. Defence Minister Antony sent his junior minister. Is this the way we treat our heroes Sir?," he asked.

When Kennedy drove the legendary Sam Manekshaw

When Kennedy drove the legendary Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Kennedy was extremely angry at how the government treated the field marshal in death. "No chief came for his burial. Defence Minister Antony sent his junior minister. Is this the way we treat our heroes Sir?," he asked.

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw seriously ill

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw seriously ill

Rediff.com26 Jun 2008

Ninety four-year-old Manekshaw, who had led India to victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak war, has developed 'acute broncho pneumonia' with associated complications and his condition has been serious for the past four days, the sources told PTI.

At 59, Shah Rukh Wins 1st National Award

At 59, Shah Rukh Wins 1st National Award

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Shah Rukh Khan won his first National Film Award for best actor for Jawan, sharing the honour with Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail. Rani Mukerji was named best actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. 12th Fail was adjudged best feature film.

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw passes away

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw passes away

Rediff.com27 Jun 2008

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw died at Military Hospital in Wellington, Tamil Nadu, the Defence Ministry said on Friday.

Foreign defence attaches of 70 nations briefed on Op Sindoor

Foreign defence attaches of 70 nations briefed on Op Sindoor

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Defence attaches of several major countries who are part of many international groupings, as also of several Islamic countries attended the briefing, sources said.