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26 killed as Lashkar offshoot targets tourists in J-K's Pahalgam

26 killed as Lashkar offshoot targets tourists in J-K's Pahalgam

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Terrorists opened fire at a popular tourist spot near Kashmir's Pahalgam town on Tuesday afternoon, killing 26 people, mostly holidayers from other states, in what is the deadliest attack in the Valley since the Pulwama strike in 2019.

Nepal crash: Family yet to identify bodies of 4 victims from UP

Nepal crash: Family yet to identify bodies of 4 victims from UP

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

"We were shown 25 bodies that were badly burnt. Now it it expected that we will be shown more bodies on Friday or Saturday. The rules here (in Nepal) are different due to which the process of handing over the bodies will take time," Abhinash Kushwaha, brother of one of the deceased Abhihesk Kushwaha, told PTI over phone from Nepal.

Nepal plane crash: Four of the 5 Indians who died had paragliding plans

Nepal plane crash: Four of the 5 Indians who died had paragliding plans

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

Among the five Indian nationals, four had just arrived in Kathmandu from India on Friday.

'Shiva Is An Inclusive God Who Accepts Everyone As They Are'

'Shiva Is An Inclusive God Who Accepts Everyone As They Are'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'He is the God of Gods, the originator of yoga and the Vedas, the most powerful masculine figure who respects the feminine.'

Did US meddle in Indian elections? Trump drops big hint

Did US meddle in Indian elections? Trump drops big hint

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Trump further pointed out India's strong economic position and high tariffs on US goods, stating, "They got a lot of money. They're one of the highest taxing countries in the world in terms of us. We can hardly get in there because their tariffs are so high."

4 Indians in U-19 T20 World Cup Team of Tournament

4 Indians in U-19 T20 World Cup Team of Tournament

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

India outclassed South Africa by nine wickets in the final in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday for their second successive Under-19 T20 World Cup.

US freezes foreign aid for all countries including India

US freezes foreign aid for all countries including India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce Sunday said, "President Trump stated clearly that the United States is no longer going to blindly dole out money with no return for the American people. Reviewing and realigning foreign assistance on behalf of hardworking taxpayers is not just the right thing to do, it is a moral imperative."

Malaika Takes Winter Fashion To Nepal

Malaika Takes Winter Fashion To Nepal

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Just where are the stars travelling? We find out.

Malaika Is Feeling Bossy

Malaika Is Feeling Bossy

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Parineeti's prized painting... Shriya gets nostalgic in New Zealand... Prajakta goes to Nepal...

At least 150 die as 7.7 strong quake rocks Myanmar, Thailand

At least 150 die as 7.7 strong quake rocks Myanmar, Thailand

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

The earthquake rocked many parts of Thailand including its capital Bangkok, the venue for next week's summit of BIMSTEC regional grouping that is scheduled to be attended by Modi among other leaders.

Scrap dealer who shot Baba Siddique dead held in UP

Scrap dealer who shot Baba Siddique dead held in UP

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

In a breakthrough, Mumbai Police and Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) on Sunday arrested wanted shooter Shivkumar in Nationalist Congress Party politician Baba Siddique murder case from the northern state along with four others, an official said.

Lost power after publishing new Nepal map with Kalapani: Ex-PM Oli

Lost power after publishing new Nepal map with Kalapani: Ex-PM Oli

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

Former Nepalese prime minister KP Sharma Oli claimed that he was removed from power last year after his government published a new map of Nepal that included Kalapani, Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh as its territories.

Mt Everest scenic area shut after Tibet earthquake

Mt Everest scenic area shut after Tibet earthquake

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

According to local authorities, the staff and tourists were in safe condition after the quake, which hit the region at 9:05 am Tuesday (Beijing Time).

U'khand cops join hunt for Amritpal, aides; close watch on India-Nepal border

U'khand cops join hunt for Amritpal, aides; close watch on India-Nepal border

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

The police kept searching for these criminals across the district, city superintendent of police Manoj Katyal said in Rudrapur.

Kho Kho World Cup: Prateek, Priyanka named India captains

Kho Kho World Cup: Prateek, Priyanka named India captains

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Prateek Waikar will captain the India men's team, while Priyanka Ingle will lead the women's side in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup

'Real' Ayodhya is in Nepal, Lord Ram is Nepali: Nepal PM

'Real' Ayodhya is in Nepal, Lord Ram is Nepali: Nepal PM

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

'Although the real Ayodhya lies at Thori in the west of Birgunj, India has claimed the Indian site as the birthplace of Lord Ram'

Where Will You Travel This Summer?

Where Will You Travel This Summer?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

During this summer, Indian travel buffs are opting for destinations that provide an escape from the ominous heat, along with coastal regions within the country and countries offering visa-free travel.

Bad weather caused Nepal plane crash: Preliminary probe

Bad weather caused Nepal plane crash: Preliminary probe

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Preliminary investigation revealed that the aircraft had crashed into the mountains after it swerved to the right, instead of turning to the left due to inclement weather.

French experts begin probe into Nepal plane crash

French experts begin probe into Nepal plane crash

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

The nine-member team is enquiring with the airlines' staff and concerned authorities in Pokhara to understand details of the ATR-72 aircraft crash.

'He said, 'I'm Hindu'. They shot him'

'He said, 'I'm Hindu'. They shot him'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Pahalgam Terrorist Attack: Dombivli families shattered in grief and grit. Demand dignity, justice and answers to unanswered questions.

Last body recovered from Nepal plane crash site

Last body recovered from Nepal plane crash site

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Now it is confirmed that all 22 people, including four Indian nationals and three crew members, have been killed in the tragedy.

Nepal crash: Toll rises to 71; search on for missing body

Nepal crash: Toll rises to 71; search on for missing body

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

As two more bodies were recovered from the accident site on Tuesday, the total number of confirmed dead has climbed to 71, Nepal Army spokesperson Narayan Siwal said.

'Lady Don' wanted in Delhi Burger King murder case held in UP

'Lady Don' wanted in Delhi Burger King murder case held in UP

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Annu Dhankar, who police referred to as 'Lady Don', was nabbed near the Indo-Nepal border in Lakhimpur Kheri in Uttar Pradesh.

Why Is Nepal Keeping This Indian In Jail?

Why Is Nepal Keeping This Indian In Jail?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

'Seven months he has been in jail for no reason.'

Why are we giving $21 million to India?: Trump on DOGE cut

Why are we giving $21 million to India?: Trump on DOGE cut

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Trump made these remarks after Elon Musk-led DOGE's (Department of Government Efficiency) disclosed that USAID contributed USD 21 million to Election Commission for boosting voter turnout.

Hardik Pandya Back on Top!

Hardik Pandya Back on Top!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Hardik Pandya reclaims top spot among T20I all-rounders, Tilak Varma jumps 69 places to third among batters

UP man enters Pak to marry FB friend, lands in jail

UP man enters Pak to marry FB friend, lands in jail

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

A young Indian man was arrested in Pakistan after illegally crossing the border to meet a Facebook friend he wanted to marry. However, the woman told police she was not interested in marrying him. The man, Badal Babu, was arrested in the Mandi Bahauddin district of Pakistan's Punjab province on December 28. He had crossed the border to meet his Facebook friend, Sana Rani. Rani, in her statement to police, said she had been friends with Babu for the past two-and-a-half years but was not interested in marrying him. Babu's family has appealed to the Indian government to intervene for his release.

Nepal plane crash: Bodies of 2 more Indians identified

Nepal plane crash: Bodies of 2 more Indians identified

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

Nepalese authorities on Tuesday started handing over to family members the bodies of those killed in the January 14 crash of a Yeti Airlines passenger plane with 72 people on board.

The Scotsman Who Loves India

The Scotsman Who Loves India

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

'You have to separate the concept of India as a nation State which is very young and the Upanishadic wisdom which is timeless.'

Nepal bars Covid-infected tourists from India, sends back 4 visitors

Nepal bars Covid-infected tourists from India, sends back 4 visitors

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The four Indian tourists had entered Nepal via the Jhulaghat border point in the Baitadi district in Western Nepal.

'Bikini Killer' Charles Shobhraj to walk out of jail after Nepal SC order

'Bikini Killer' Charles Shobhraj to walk out of jail after Nepal SC order

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

A joint bench of justices Sapana Pradhan Malla and Tilak Prasad Shrestha ordered to free 78-year-old Sobhraj from jail, according to Supreme Court sources.

Indonesian President to be chief guest at R Day parade this year

Indonesian President to be chief guest at R Day parade this year

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is set to grace the upcoming Republic Day celebration in the national capital as the Chief Guest, people familiar with the matter said on Saturday.

Nepal crash: Thane family's reunion trip meets tragic end

Nepal crash: Thane family's reunion trip meets tragic end

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Ashok Tripathi, 54, who ran a company in Odisha, and Vaibhavi Bandekar Tripathi, 51, who worked in a firm at Bandra-Kurla Complex in neighbouring Mumbai, had separated following court orders, an official from Kapurbawdi police station in Thane said on Monday.

Kho Kho at the Olympics?

Kho Kho at the Olympics?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Mansukh Mandaviya pitches for kho kho's inclusion in Asian Games, 2036 Olympics

U19 Asia Cup: Sonam powers India to win over Pakistan

U19 Asia Cup: Sonam powers India to win over Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Wicketkeeper-batter Kamilini, 16, smashed four boundaries and three sixes to decimate the feeble Pakistan attack after Sonam Yadav picked a four-wicket haul.

Nepal crash: Bodies to be handed over today; search for missing persons on

Nepal crash: Bodies to be handed over today; search for missing persons on

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Nepalese rescuers resumed their search on Monday for four persons still missing after a passenger plane with 72 people, including five Indians, crashed into a river gorge while landing at the newly-opened airport in the resort city of Pokhara, killing at least 68 people onboard.

India storm into U19 Women's T20 Asia Cup final

India storm into U19 Women's T20 Asia Cup final

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Such was India's domination that only two Sri Lankan batters -- Sumudu Nisansala (21) and captain Manudi Nanayakkara (33) -- could manage double-digit scores.

Siddique murder: Man held in Maha over financial support to other accused

Siddique murder: Man held in Maha over financial support to other accused

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested a Gujarat resident from Akola in Maharashtra in connection with the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique, taking the total number of arrests in the case to 25. Salmanbhai Iqbalbhai Vohra, a resident of Petlad in Gujarat's Anand district, was arrested from Balapur in Akola. The 66-year-old NCP leader was gunned down on October 12 near his MLA son Zeeshan Siddique's office in Bandra East's Nirmal Nagar area. Vohra is alleged to have provided financial support to some of the accused in the case, including the brother of arrested accused Gurmail Singh.

Final snan begins as Maha Kumbh 2025 to conclude today

Final snan begins as Maha Kumbh 2025 to conclude today

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

The 45-day Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj concluded on Mahashivratri with a record-breaking number of pilgrims taking a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. Over 65 crore pilgrims participated in the event, which took place once every 12 years.

Nepal women 8 ALL OUT against UAE in U-19 game

Nepal women 8 ALL OUT against UAE in U-19 game

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

The United Arab Emirates women's Under-19 side recorded a remarkably swift victory on Saturday when they shot out Nepal for eight runs and chased it down in seven balls.