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Two Jaish terrorists killed in encounter in J-K; op underway

Two Jaish terrorists killed in encounter in J-K; op underway

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Officials said one more terrorist is believed to be trapped in the operation area at Khandara top and efforts are on to neutralize him.

Leh-based Fire and Fury Corps of Army gets new head

Leh-based Fire and Fury Corps of Army gets new head

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Lieutenant General P G K Menon on Tuesday took over command of Leh-based Fire and Fury Corps of the Indian Army, a Defence spokesperson said in Srinagar.

China, Don't Ever Take Us For Granted!

China, Don't Ever Take Us For Granted!

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Lieutenant General Hitesh Bhalla, General Officer Commanding, Fire and Fury Corps visited forward posts of the Siachen Brigade in eastern Ladakh near Demchok to review operational preparedness on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

Dharavi redevelopment: HC upholds award of tender to Adani Group

Dharavi redevelopment: HC upholds award of tender to Adani Group

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The Bombay high court on Friday upheld the tender awarded to an Adani Group firm by the Maharashtra government for the Dharavi slum redevelopment project in Mumbai, ruling there was no 'arbitrariness, unreasonableness or perversity' in the decision.

FBI thwarts Iranian plot to assassinate Trump; 2 held, 3 charged

FBI thwarts Iranian plot to assassinate Trump; 2 held, 3 charged

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Two individuals, Carlisle Rivera, 49, and Jonathon Loadholt, 36, were arrested from Brooklyn and Staten Island in New York on Thursday.

20 killed as gunmen open fire at Pak coal miners

20 killed as gunmen open fire at Pak coal miners

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

The attack is the latest in a string of violence in Pakistan. It comes less ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's summit to be held in the national capital.

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter launches Activa in electric avatar

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter launches Activa in electric avatar

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) on Wednesday forayed into the fast-growing domestic electric mobility market with the introduction of e-scooters, ACTIVA e: and QC1, with swappable and fixed batteries. With this, the Japanese two-wheeler maker will now be competing with other legacy players such as Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp, TVS Group as well as pure EV players like Ather and Ola, who already have a good presence in the segment, which is growing at 34 per cent year-on-year.

Trump 47: Disruptor Or Savvy Dealmaker?

Trump 47: Disruptor Or Savvy Dealmaker?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Donald Trump's exaggerated opinion of his dealmaking capacity can get him into trouble, observes R Sriram.

Lt Gen Anjum is new ISI chief, Lt Gen Hameed appointed as Peshawar Corps Commander

Lt Gen Anjum is new ISI chief, Lt Gen Hameed appointed as Peshawar Corps Commander

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

In a surprise military shake-up, the Pakistan Army on Wednesday announced that the powerful spy agency ISI chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed has been appointed as Peshawar Corps Commander -- a crucial position in view of the Taliban's takeover of neighbouring Afghanistan.

'On Track For Best-Ever IPO Year In India'

'On Track For Best-Ever IPO Year In India'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

During the first eight months of CY24, 50 IPOs mobilised Rs 53,453 crore.

'Pope Francis Was Warm And Welcoming'

'Pope Francis Was Warm And Welcoming'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

'Senior Vatican officials were pleasantly surprised at the number of Indians who had come to witness the ceremony.'

Army concerned over weapons of US origin reaching Kashmir

Army concerned over weapons of US origin reaching Kashmir

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Lt Gen Ghai said as for the process of documenting these weapons and informing those who need to know about them, "that is definitely continuing, and I can definitely authenticate that".

Pak Army Chief's Swift Reshuffle

Pak Army Chief's Swift Reshuffle

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Apart from partly meeting the resentment which may have built among 80th PMA officers, the appointments would seem to be based on sound professional considerations, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at R&AW, India's external intelligence agency.

India, China corps commanders hold talks for 11 hrs

India, China corps commanders hold talks for 11 hrs

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

The meeting started at around 11.30 am at Moldo on the Chinese side of Line of Actual Control (LAC) opposite Chushul to defuse the tensions in Eastern Ladakh sector due to Chinese military build-up, the sources said. This is the second meeting between the two corps commanders.

2 Army porters killed, 3 soldiers among 4 hurt in J-K terror attack

2 Army porters killed, 3 soldiers among 4 hurt in J-K terror attack

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

They said the terrorists opened fire on the vehicle at Botapathri near Nagin post.

US sanctions 2 Indians for alleged links to Houthis

US sanctions 2 Indians for alleged links to Houthis

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The 18 companies sanctioned include Marshall Islands-registered Changtai Shipping and Motionavigations Limited and UAE-based Indo Gulf Ship Management.

Major terror attack on Army post, VDG's house foiled in J-K's Rajouri

Major terror attack on Army post, VDG's house foiled in J-K's Rajouri

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Army troops thwarted a terrorist attack on a security post and house of a village defence guard (VDG) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district early Monday morning, officials said.

Intelligence gaps, infiltration raise concerns post J-K tunnel site attack

Intelligence gaps, infiltration raise concerns post J-K tunnel site attack

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

The attack, which claimed the lives of seven individuals, including a local doctor and two labourers from Bihar, has raised concerns about the unreported trend of local youths joining terrorist groups in Kashmir during this period.

At Rs 1.2 trn, IPO mopup set to hit new high in 2024

At Rs 1.2 trn, IPO mopup set to hit new high in 2024

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The calendar year 2024 is set to go down as the best year for initial public offerings (IPOs) in terms of funds raised. Following the IPOs of food delivery major Swiggy and two other companies slated for next week, this year's total will reach nearly Rs 1.2 trillion, going past 2021's record tally of Rs 1.19 trillion. Swiggy's Rs 11,327 crore IPO, the sixth-largest in India, and solar energy firm Acme Solar Holdings' Rs 2,900 crore IPO opened on Wednesday (Nov 6), while health-tech firm Sagility India's Rs 2,106 crore IPO opened a day earlier.

No need for more troops at LoC: GoC 15 Corps

No need for more troops at LoC: GoC 15 Corps

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

General officer Commanding (GoC) of the Srinagar-based 15 Corps Lieutenant General D P Pandey said terrorists across the border will try to make last-ditch efforts to infiltrate into the Indian side before the onset of winter.

Bodies of 4 victims found 56 years after IAF plane crash

Bodies of 4 victims found 56 years after IAF plane crash

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The twin-engine turboprop transport aircraft, carrying 102 people, had gone missing on February 7, 1968 while flying from Chandigarh to Leh.

Troops disengaged at Galwan Valley, 3 other Eastern Ladakh spots: China

Troops disengaged at Galwan Valley, 3 other Eastern Ladakh spots: China

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Her comments come a day after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said in Geneva that roughly 75 percent of the "disengagement problems" with China are sorted out but the bigger issue has been the increasing militarisation of the frontier.

Lt Gen Raju hands over command of XV Corps to Lt Gen Pandey

Lt Gen Raju hands over command of XV Corps to Lt Gen Pandey

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Lieutenant General B S Raju, who will take over as the new DGMO, handed over the charge of the strategic XV Corps of the Army, which guards the Line of Control in Kashmir Valley, to Lt Gen D P Pandey.

Soldier, terrorist killed in gunfight in J-K's Kupwara

Soldier, terrorist killed in gunfight in J-K's Kupwara

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

An unidentified terrorist and a soldier were killed in an overnight encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, officials said on Wednesday.

Street positive on long-term capex plans of Power Grid Corp

Street positive on long-term capex plans of Power Grid Corp

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Despite enduring a weak first quarter of the 2023-24 financial year (Q1FY24), Power Grid Corporation (PGCIL) has laid out an ambitious capex plan going forward. It is looking to invest around Rs 1.8 trillion on an existing asset base of Rs 2.7 trillion to aim at keeping over 50 per cent market share in the transmission market. This includes opportunities from the Rs 2.4 trillion green energy corridor.

Will China Vacate Depsang, Demchok?

Will China Vacate Depsang, Demchok?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

If China is accommodating regarding Depsang and Demchok, a resolution of the Sino-India territorial dispute in Eastern Ladakh could be possible.

Automakers On Luxury Top Gear To Woo Buyers

Automakers On Luxury Top Gear To Woo Buyers

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Armed with swanky showrooms, decked with plush fixtures, and offering indulgences such as high-end perfumes and customisable accessories, BMW, Mercedes, Audi are rolling out the red carpet for the well-heeled.

Did Pak Army Chief Sack This General?

Did Pak Army Chief Sack This General?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Was Lieutenant General Ayman Bilal Safdar removed because he criticised army chief, General Asim Munir, asks Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

No ordinary death: Wife recalls Kirti Chakra awardee Capt Anshuman's words

No ordinary death: Wife recalls Kirti Chakra awardee Capt Anshuman's words

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

In a video posted by the spokesperson of the ministry of defence on 'X' on Saturday, Smriti shared her memories of her husband and how they became soulmates.

Army sniffer dog Phantom killed protecting troops in Jammu encounter

Army sniffer dog Phantom killed protecting troops in Jammu encounter

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

It sustained fatal bullet injuries on Monday while attempting to protect the troops from the terrorist assault.

3 terrorists killed as forces foil 2 infiltration bids at LoC

3 terrorists killed as forces foil 2 infiltration bids at LoC

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Police officials said the two operations were launched on August 28 based on specific inputs by Kupwara Police a day earlier.

What Modi Can Learn From Trump's DOGE

What Modi Can Learn From Trump's DOGE

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'Our politicians solely depend on bureaucrats who are unaccountable and follow their own agenda.' 'Our politicians would dare not dream of establishing a DOGE,' argues Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

When You Are Stranded In The Snow...

When You Are Stranded In The Snow...

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

The Indian Army and the CRPF rush to the rescue...

India, China to complete troop disengagement at Demchok, Depsang by Oct 29

India, China to complete troop disengagement at Demchok, Depsang by Oct 29

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Disengagement of Indian and Chinese troops has started at two friction points in Demchok and Depsang Plains in the Eastern Ladakh sector, defence officials said.

5 soldiers killed after T-72 tank swept away in river in Ladakh

5 soldiers killed after T-72 tank swept away in river in Ladakh

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The T-72 tank with five soldiers on board sank due to flash floods while they were crossing the river.

India, China complete disengagement; exchange of sweets on Diwali

India, China complete disengagement; exchange of sweets on Diwali

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Following the disengagement, both sides will soon start the coordinated patrolling in their respective areas, sources added.

Here's why Elon Musk congratulated Modi

Here's why Elon Musk congratulated Modi

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being the most followed leader in the world on social media platform X with over 100 million followers.

How Much Have MFs Invested In HDFC Bank?

How Much Have MFs Invested In HDFC Bank?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

With a deployment of Rs 2,720 crore in July, MFs' total investment in HDFC Bank in calendar year 2024 (till now) surged to Rs 48,820 crore.

China has violated border pacts with India, says Jaishankar

China has violated border pacts with India, says Jaishankar

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

China has violated border agreements, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday, noting that continued tension will cast a natural shadow over the rest of this relationship.

Iranian hackers tried to send Trump campaign info to Biden aides: FBI

Iranian hackers tried to send Trump campaign info to Biden aides: FBI

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Iranian hackers shared unsolicited information they had stolen from former United States President Donald Trump's presidential campaign with people who were associated with President Joe Biden's campaign over the summer, CNN reported, citing federal law enforcement officials.