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Why Theaterisation Of Armed Forces Is Important

Why Theaterisation Of Armed Forces Is Important

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

As India progresses towards formulating its own model of theaterisation, the public must get involved in the debate because in the end, it affects the well-being of the entire nation, asserts Biswajit Dasgupta.

How Nushrratt Bewitched Mumbai In Just A Sweatshirt

How Nushrratt Bewitched Mumbai In Just A Sweatshirt

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Meet all the folks who showed up to blow seetis at the Manish Malhotra show.

Standalone air defence command may prove counter-productive: IAF chief

Standalone air defence command may prove counter-productive: IAF chief

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

The chief of air staff also said that independent air defence systems in the field will have very little relevance in tomorrow's wars unless they are a part of a larger integrated air defence system.

When General Pande Becomes Army Chief...

When General Pande Becomes Army Chief...

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

All three service chiefs of the Indian armed forces will be from the 61st batch of the National Defence Academy at Khadakvasla after the army chief-designate Lieutenant General Manoj C Pande takes over as the 29th chief of army staff on April 30, 2022.

Suvendu punched me: TMC MLA

Suvendu punched me: TMC MLA

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

'He punched me hard on the nose.'

President confers distinguished service awards on 84 serving, retired personnel

President confers distinguished service awards on 84 serving, retired personnel

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred Distinguished Service Awards, including 52 Ati Vishisht Seva Medals, on 84 serving and retired personnel of the armed forces and the Indian Coast Guard.

Why is Israel Defence Minister in India?

Why is Israel Defence Minister in India?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

A week before he turned 63 on June 9, retired General Benjamin 'Benny' Gantz -- briefly his country's prime minister and now its defence minister -- was in New Delhi to meet with his counterpart, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh.

Be ready for short, swift wars as well as long standoffs: IAF chief

Be ready for short, swift wars as well as long standoffs: IAF chief

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

The current geopolitical situation necessitates the Indian Air Force to prepare for intense and small duration operations at a short notice, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari said on Thursday.

Remembering Anglo-Indian Courage For The Motherland

Remembering Anglo-Indian Courage For The Motherland

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

'Anglo-Indians have played a significant role at the forefront, meeting every challenge to the security of the motherland.' A fascinating excerpt from Barry O'Brien's The Anglo-Indians: A Portrait of a Community.

Are You Ready For Sam Bahadur?

Are You Ready For Sam Bahadur?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

And it's a wrap for Vicky Kaushal's next film, Sam Bahadur!

India needs 5 squadrons of 4.5 generation aircraft in inventory: IAF chief

India needs 5 squadrons of 4.5 generation aircraft in inventory: IAF chief

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

The IAF chief and his French counterpart, General Stphane Mille, took part in a joint exercise between the two countries.

'TMC misbehaved with our women MLAs'

'TMC misbehaved with our women MLAs'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

'How can just 25 of us indulge in fisticuffs when there were more than 100 MLAs of the TMC in the House?'

India is my favourite place in the world to captain: Smith

India is my favourite place in the world to captain: Smith

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Stand-in captain Smith savours rare Australian win in India

Who could buy Manchester United? How much is it worth?

Who could buy Manchester United? How much is it worth?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Jim Ratcliffe's company INEOS formally entered the bidding process to buy Manchester United on Tuesday, months after the club owners, the Glazer family, said they were considering selling the club as they explore "strategic alternatives".

'If US has a conflict with China, where's India going to be?'

'If US has a conflict with China, where's India going to be?'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

'And if the United States, at that time, perceives India to have welched on the deal, not been our friend, when we did so much to make it a friend, that's trouble.'

Rise In Drunk Staff At Airports

Rise In Drunk Staff At Airports

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

189 people working at 59 Indian airports were found drunk on duty in the first half of this year, marking a 32 per cent year-on-year increase.

PIX: Van der Dussen steers SA past Afghanistan

PIX: Van der Dussen steers SA past Afghanistan

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Images from the ICC World Cup match between Afghanistan vs South Africa, in Ahmedabad, on Friday.

Moeen happy to be Dhoni's selective spin weapon

Moeen happy to be Dhoni's selective spin weapon

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Moeen Ali said he has no issues with his spin being used sparingly by captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni after the Chennai Super Kings all-rounder helped his team to victory over Lucknow Super Giants.

Why Does Raksha Mantri Look Concerned?

Why Does Raksha Mantri Look Concerned?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

What is the CDS telling the Raksha Mantri that has got Rajnath Singh pensive?

PIX: CSK strengthen hold on playoffs with comfortable win over DC

PIX: CSK strengthen hold on playoffs with comfortable win over DC

Rediff.com11 May 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 match between Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday.

India Has A New CDS!

India Has A New CDS!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

As CDS, General Chauhan's primary task will be to implement the theaterisation model to bring in tri-services synergy by rolling out integrated military commands.

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.

Pushpa Mania in Manhattan

Pushpa Mania in Manhattan

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Allu Arjun, star of the 2022 movie blockbuster Pushpa, was the Grand Marshal at the Federation of Indian Association's Indian Independence Day parade in Manhattan on Sunday, August 22, 2022.

Gen Rawat's copter crash: Probe report t be submitted next week

Gen Rawat's copter crash: Probe report t be submitted next week

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

It is learnt that the probe team led by Air Marshal Manavendra Singh examined all likely scenarios for the crash including possible human error or whether it was a case of disorientation by the crew when the helicopter was preparing for landing.

Finally! MI Bowlers Come To The Party

Finally! MI Bowlers Come To The Party

Rediff.com13 May 2023

After Suryakumar Yadav's maiden IPL ton, the Mumbai Indian bowlers rallied to restrict the Gujarat Titans to pick up an important win.

'Modi is almost certain to be re-elected...'

'Modi is almost certain to be re-elected...'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

'Although perhaps not with a greater majority, and maybe even a slightly reduced majority in the Lok Sabha.'

The Complete Hotelier And Host Extraordinaire

The Complete Hotelier And Host Extraordinaire

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Shreekant Sambrani remembers P R S 'Biki' Oberoi, personal friend and hospitality icon, who passed into the ages this week.

Meet IAF's First Agniveers!

Meet IAF's First Agniveers!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

After five months of a rigorous training, the Agniveervayus passed out of the Airmen Training School, impressing the audience with the skills they had acquired in just 22 weeks of training at the IAF base.

Will go for 'Made in India' even if it takes more time: IAF Chief

Will go for 'Made in India' even if it takes more time: IAF Chief

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Notably, the IAF recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the IIT-Madras to develop indigenous solutions to maintain various weapon systems.

Army commanders deliberate challenges along borders with China, Pak

Army commanders deliberate challenges along borders with China, Pak

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

The commanders present in Delhi gathered at the South Block in Raisina Hills area, while many others joined the deliberations virtually.

Sons Of Fruit-Seller, Tailor, Farmer Top Agniveers

Sons Of Fruit-Seller, Tailor, Farmer Top Agniveers

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

On the parade ground are sons of jawans, farmers, LIC agents, daily wage farm labourers, shopkeepers... all living their moment of triumph; their faces bright with the possibilities that lie ahead.

No rush for manned space mission, safety first, says ISRO

No rush for manned space mission, safety first, says ISRO

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

The space agency has redefined the mission in such a way that it will achieve success in the very first attempt.

Thousands join in as Modi leads nation in cleanliness drive ahead of Gandhi Jayanti

Thousands join in as Modi leads nation in cleanliness drive ahead of Gandhi Jayanti

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Wielding a broom, the prime minister took part in the drive along with fitness influencer Ankit Baiyanpuriya.

Madam President takes maiden sortie in Sukhoi-30 MKI

Madam President takes maiden sortie in Sukhoi-30 MKI

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday took her maiden sortie in a fighter aircraft at Tezpur air base in Assam.

Pawar must introspect on Oppn colleagues: Goyal

Pawar must introspect on Oppn colleagues: Goyal

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Goyal rejects Pawar's allegation that outsiders were called in to manhandle MPs in RS

What Pushpa Told Manhattan

What Pushpa Told Manhattan

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Bunny gave the audience at the India Day Parade a riff on his memorable line from Pushpa, to thunderous applause of course.

Turning Point: Sizzling Siraj's Four-Fer

Turning Point: Sizzling Siraj's Four-Fer

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Mohammed Siraj turned in his best figures in the IPL as he guided Royal Challengers Bangalore to a 24-run win over Punjab Kings.

Fan at Australian F1 GP left bleeding after hit by car debris

Fan at Australian F1 GP left bleeding after hit by car debris

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

A spectator at the Formula One Australian Grand Prix suffered a cut to his arm when struck by a piece of debris from Kevin Magnussen's car.

'Indian Navy has a huge responsibility'

'Indian Navy has a huge responsibility'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

'We are an inherently Maritime Nation -- with the sea on three sides and high mountains on the fourth. It is but natural that the oceans would play a vital role in India's growth and prosperity,'

IAF will start Agnipath recruitment process on June 24

IAF will start Agnipath recruitment process on June 24

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

The IAF chief also said that raising the upper age limit to 23 for induction under the Agnipath scheme for the year 2022 would permit a larger section of youths to enrol under the new model of recruitment.