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A piece of Kashmir in suburban Mumbai

A piece of Kashmir in suburban Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Mar 2011

Kashmir Klicks, an exhibition that will be unveiled at Mumbai on Sunday, will document stories of hope, survival and resilience from the Valley.

Mosque entry for women: SC defers hearing on PIL

Mosque entry for women: SC defers hearing on PIL

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

The PIL said that the ban on entry of Muslim women in mosques was 'unconstitutional' and violative of fundamental rights to life, equality and gender justice.

One dead, two policemen injured in militant attack in Kashmir

One dead, two policemen injured in militant attack in Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

Two cops and a civilian were killed in another militant ambush on the Jammu Srinagar highway near Pampore in south Kashmir Pulwama district on Wednesday evening.

SHO, guard injured in terrorist attack in Srinagar

SHO, guard injured in terrorist attack in Srinagar

Rediff.com4 Jan 2011

A station house officer and his bodyguard were shot at and injured by terrorists in the Batmaloo area of Srinagar on Tuesday evening.

Chinese troops fired shots in air: Indian Army

Chinese troops fired shots in air: Indian Army

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

The use of firearms along the LAC marks a serious escalation in border tensions as the previous instance of shots being fired at the de-facto border was in 1975.

What Brought Economy to Its Knees

What Brought Economy to Its Knees

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

A combination of demonetisation, a poorly and hurriedly implemented GST, and more recently the "botched up" lockdown of the economy to control the spread of Covid has brought the economy to its knees.

First Look: Asif Ali's Asuravithu

First Look: Asif Ali's Asuravithu

Rediff.com26 Jul 2011

The movie is based on award winner M T Vasudevan Nair's novel.

Pak files chargesheet against American Jihadis

Pak files chargesheet against American Jihadis

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

The Pakistani police on Tuesday submitted a chargesheet against five American Muslims who were arrested last year for alleged terror links and plotting attacks in Pakistan and Afghanistan.The challan or chargesheet was submitted in the anti-terrorism court, following which Special Judge Mian Anwar Nazir adjourned the case till March 10. The chargesheet accused the Americans of plotting terrorist attacks, criminal conspiracy and involvement in fund-raising for terrorist acts.

'It's very difficult to negotiate with the Chinese'

'It's very difficult to negotiate with the Chinese'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

'Our biggest advantage is that the troops are much better trained and motivated than the Chinese and can improvise and manage with a part of the resources.'

Does this MLA deserve 'Y' security cover?

Does this MLA deserve 'Y' security cover?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

A Bharatiya Janata Party legislator in Uttar Pradesh assembly on Tuesday demanded 'Y' security cover for legislator Suresh Rana, accused of inciting Muzaffarnagar riots, citing security threat to him.

Ranji Roundup: Karnataka seal semis spot

Ranji Roundup: Karnataka seal semis spot

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday.

More children infected with Covid in 2nd wave: Experts

More children infected with Covid in 2nd wave: Experts

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Though there is enough anecdotal evidence of COVID-19 catching children -- early teens and younger -- there is little reason to panic, said several doctors and scientists. They also stressed on the urgent need to vaccinate children to stem the spread of the infection.

Kerala tightens watch on foreign visitors in state

Kerala tightens watch on foreign visitors in state

Rediff.com7 Jan 2010

In view of the terror threat to the state, the Kerala home department has issued instructions to hotels on accommodating foreign visitors coming to Kerala.

Statistical highlights: Aus vs Pak, WT20, 2nd SF

Statistical highlights: Aus vs Pak, WT20, 2nd SF

Rediff.com16 May 2010

Michael Hussey's innings is the highest by a number seven batsman in ICCWT20. Interestingly, Hussey himself held the previous record with an unbeaten 47 against Bangladesh at Bridgetown on 05-05-2010.

Five Americans indicted on terror charges in Pak

Five Americans indicted on terror charges in Pak

Rediff.com18 Mar 2010

Five young American Muslims were indicted on Wednesday by a Pakistani anti-terrorism court for funding militants and plotting terror attacks in the country, a charge if proved could see them getting life-term.

Aus thrash Pak to clinch Hong Kong Sixes trophy

Aus thrash Pak to clinch Hong Kong Sixes trophy

Rediff.com8 Nov 2010

David Warner led from the front with a destructive cameo as Australia beat Pakistan by two wickets to clinch their first ever Hong Kong Super Sixes cricket trophy.

Amid applause, Lahore court frees Lashkar chief

Amid applause, Lahore court frees Lashkar chief

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

A Pakistani court has freed outlawed Jamaat-ud-Dawah chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed and his close aide Nazir Ahmed nearly six months after they were detained following the Mumbai terror attacks.

Two ISI agents sentenced for spying in India

Two ISI agents sentenced for spying in India

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

Two alleged agents of Pakistani intelligence agency Inter Services Intelligence were sentenced ten and five years of rigorous imprisonment respectively for spying in India.

Govt ups security for 10 scientists facing threat

Govt ups security for 10 scientists facing threat

Rediff.com10 Jan 2010

The scientists who have not been identified are working in crucial areas of nuclear, defence and space fields. The names of these scientists was mentioned by Sarfaraz Nawaz, who was deported from Muscat, during interrogation and which were further corroborated by T Nazir, LeT's pointsman in South India. Sources said on Sunday that following corroboration of the threats, a security review was carried out after which it was decided to enhance the security of the scientists.

COVID-19 cases in India top 20,000; toll reaches 652

COVID-19 cases in India top 20,000; toll reaches 652

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

The number of active COVID-19 cases stood at 15,859. While 3,959 people have been cured and discharged, and one patient has migrated, the ministry said.

Mehsud's death may embolden Pak army, ISI

Mehsud's death may embolden Pak army, ISI

Rediff.com8 Aug 2009

Pakistan's most wanted terrorist Baitullah Mehsud's death may actually embolden the Pakistanis as it marks a weakening of those Taliban factions that oppose Islamabad, a leading United States private intelligence agency has said. "With more confidence in its influence over the remaining Taliban elements, Pakistan could be even less willing to sell out its Taliban assets in Afghanistan," the Stratfor said.

Sanand now a home to crorepati farmers

Sanand now a home to crorepati farmers

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

At the rate of around Rs 40 lakh (Rs 4 million) for a bigha (0.62 acre), selling a couple of bighas can fetch one Rs 1 crore (Rs 10 million).

China has deployed over 20,000 troops along LAC

China has deployed over 20,000 troops along LAC

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

Sources said that even though India and China have been talking at the diplomatic and the military level for over six weeks now, there has been no thinning down in troop numbers or equipment by the Chinese side on this front.

Pak to field reserve team against Oz

Pak to field reserve team against Oz

Rediff.com29 Sep 2009

Pakistan skipper Younis Khan confirmed India's worst fears by admitting that his side would field their reserve players in Wednesday's Champions Trophy game against Australia at Centurion.

Will India face a China-Pakistan war in November?

Will India face a China-Pakistan war in November?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

The Indian Army's Northern Command would be stretched if all three of the corps under it -- based in Leh, Srinagar, and Nagrota (near Jammu) -- were to face hostilities, notes David Devadas.

Foreign envoys in Kashmir to study situation on ground

Foreign envoys in Kashmir to study situation on ground

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

A group of envoys including those from several Europe Union countries and a few Organisation of Islamic Countries (OIC) member states began a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday to take a first-hand account of the situation in newly-carved union territory, especially after the recently-concluded local body elections.

227 new COVID-19 cases, sharpest jump in single day

227 new COVID-19 cases, sharpest jump in single day

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

The government said there was no immediate plan to extend the 21-day lockdown period, which entered its sixth day on Monday, while the Indian Army dismissed as "fake" social media posts about a possible emergency declaration next month.

Musharraf may be charged with 'war crimes'

Musharraf may be charged with 'war crimes'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2009

After being summoned by Pakistan's Supreme Court over his actions during the emergency, ex-military ruler Pervez Musharraf may face more legal troubles, with a British Muslim politician announcing that he will move a London court against him for alleged 'war crimes'. Lord Nazir Ahmed of Rotherham, an arch-foe of the former President, has stepped up his campaign against him. The PoK-born Labour peer has announced that 'war crime charges' would be brought against Musharraf.

Pak govt files appeal against LeT chief's release

Pak govt files appeal against LeT chief's release

Rediff.com3 Jul 2009

The Pakistan government filed an appeal against the release of Jamaat-ud Dawah chief Hafeez Mohammad Saeed in the country's Supreme Court on Friday. Saeed, who was held under house arrest after the United Nations Security Council banned the Jamaat, declaring it as a front for terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Tayiba, was released by the Lahore High Court on June 2. Saeed, the founder of the LeT, is widely considered to be the mastermind of the terror attack on Mumbai.

On Diwali, India will grant medical visa in all deserving cases: Swaraj

On Diwali, India will grant medical visa in all deserving cases: Swaraj

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

Swaraj has been taking a sympathetic approach in granting medical visas to Pakistani nationals.

Militants strike again in Sopore; Cop killed

Militants strike again in Sopore; Cop killed

Rediff.com15 Jun 2009

Two days after militants killed a cop and a civilian in the apple rich north Kashmir's Sopore town, they struck again on Monday evening killing another cop and wounding a civilian.

Manoj Sinha sworn in as J-K Lt Guv

Manoj Sinha sworn in as J-K Lt Guv

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

The 61-year-old, who was administered the oath of office by Jammu and Kashmir High Court Chief Justice Gita Mittal at a simple function in the Raj Bhavan, also said he wants to accelerate development in the union territory, carved out of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir last year.

Pakistani media slams Saeeds release

Pakistani media slams Saeeds release

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

Jamaat-ud-Dawah chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed's release has raised questions about the efficacy of Pakistan's campaign against terror and the adequacy of the country's legal framework for dealing with militant leaders, the Pakistani media said on Thursday.

India displays military might at R-Day parade

India displays military might at R-Day parade

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

The parade began after President Ram Nath Kovind conferred the Ashoka Chakra -- India's highest peacetime gallantry award -- to Lance Naik Nazir Ahmad Wani, a militant-turned-soldier who laid down his life fighting a group of terrorists in Shopian in Kashmir in November.

Images: New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd semi-final

Images: New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd semi-final

Rediff.com4 Oct 2009

Images from the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final between New Zealand and Pakistan, in Johannesburg, on Saturday.

Ashwin, Rahane's big chance to make ODI comeback

Ashwin, Rahane's big chance to make ODI comeback

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Teenage sensation Prithvi Shaw, who made a successful Test debut against the West Indies, will play for India 'A' captained by Dinesh Karthik.

Champions Trophy images: Pakistan vs West Indies

Champions Trophy images: Pakistan vs West Indies

Rediff.com24 Sep 2009

Images from the ICC Champions Trophy Group A match between Pakistan and West Indies in Johannesburg.

Inzy signs American T20 League deal

Inzy signs American T20 League deal

Rediff.com21 Apr 2009

An American entrepreneur who hopes to establish an international Twenty20 tournament in New York has signed up former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq and six other Pakistan players for his project scheduled to be launched later this year.

Ranji Roundup: Sarfaraz puts Mumbai in control

Ranji Roundup: Sarfaraz puts Mumbai in control

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

A round-up of all the Ranji Trophy matches played on Friday.

Ranji round-up: Ton-up Dubey steers MP to 218/2 vs Kerala

Ranji round-up: Ton-up Dubey steers MP to 218/2 vs Kerala

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

A round-up of all the Ranji Trophy matches played on Thursday.