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Lebanon Reels from Israeli Airstrikes

Lebanon Reels from Israeli Airstrikes

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Lebanon is grappling with widespread devastation following Israeli airstrikes. The attacks have caused significant damage to infrastructure and civilian areas, displacing hundreds of Lebanese citizens.

Dhoni to join T10 League? Rumours swirl...

Dhoni to join T10 League? Rumours swirl...

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Shaji Ul Mulk, T Ten Global Sports Founder and Chairman, believes the prospect of seeing India icon Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the T10 format could be a possibility.

Pulwama martyr Major Dhoundiyal's wife joins Army

Pulwama martyr Major Dhoundiyal's wife joins Army

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Twenty-seven months after she lost her husband in an anti-insurgency operation in south Kashmir's Pulwama, 29-year-old Nitika Kaul on Saturday donned the army uniform after completing a one-year rigorous training in Tamil Nadu.

'Indian Army fully prepared to take on any challenge along LoC or LAC'

'Indian Army fully prepared to take on any challenge along LoC or LAC'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Lt General Ranbir Singh described the situation in Kashmir as stable but fragile.

Rajnath, army chief to visit Ladakh on Friday: Sources

Rajnath, army chief to visit Ladakh on Friday: Sources

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

The visit is also aimed at boosting morale of the army personnel engaged in the seven-week bitter border faceoff with the Chinese troops in the region, sources added.

Project Zorawar: Army set to deploy light tanks along China border

Project Zorawar: Army set to deploy light tanks along China border

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

The Army is set to procure a fleet of light tanks for deployment in high-altitude areas in eastern Ladakh under 'Project Zorawar' to bolster its overall firepower and operational prowess to deal with any eventualities.

2 bodies, including one of soldier, found in Anantnag on Day 6 of op

2 bodies, including one of soldier, found in Anantnag on Day 6 of op

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Security forces found two bodies from the Gadole forest area in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on the sixth day of an anti-terror operation on Monday even as Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha vowed to avenge the death of three officers and a soldier, who were killed by terrorists in an encounter.

Pakistan Army's Imran Nightmare

Pakistan Army's Imran Nightmare

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

There has always been a risk-taking edge to Imran Khan. Like him or hate him, it had to be someone like him to finally threaten to demolish the Pakistani establishment, explains Shekhar Gupta.

Please come back, papa: Rajouri martyr's 10-year-old daughter

Please come back, papa: Rajouri martyr's 10-year-old daughter

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Chants of "Neelam Singh Amar Rahe" echoed through the village as Vandana saluted her husband one last time.

Durand Cup: Army veterans jump from 65-floor tower to celebrate homecoming

Durand Cup: Army veterans jump from 65-floor tower to celebrate homecoming

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

The coveted Durand Cup trophy received a grand welcome with two retired Army officers showing their daredevilry by jumping from Kolkata's tallest building -- The 42 -- a 65-floor, 260-metre landmark

Army chief discusses security situation in Kashmir with Mehbooba

Army chief discusses security situation in Kashmir with Mehbooba

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

Gen Singh also discussed with Mehbooba the security arrangements for the by-polls to Anantnag assembly constituency from where the chief minister is contesting, the spokesman said. The polling will take place on June 22.

Army war-gamed every Ladakh crisis: Gen Naravane

Army war-gamed every Ladakh crisis: Gen Naravane

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

The India Army troops rose to the occasion to the challenges along the northern border as likely contingencies and possible options were war-gamed beforehand, Army Chief Gen M M Naravane said on Wednesday, referring to the eastern Ladakh standoff with China.

Harrowing scenes emerge from landslide-hit Wayanad

Harrowing scenes emerge from landslide-hit Wayanad

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

'The deceased persons might be sitting or lying down when the tragedy struck them in the wee hours of Tuesday'

6 Army personnel get Shaurya Chakras; PVSM for 19 top officers

6 Army personnel get Shaurya Chakras; PVSM for 19 top officers

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

A total of 151 Sena Medals, eight Yudh Seva Medals too have been announced on the occasion of Republic Day.

Army maintains strong defence posture along LAC: Gen Manoj Pande

Army maintains strong defence posture along LAC: Gen Manoj Pande

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

General Pande said the northern border region has been peaceful and steps have been taken to maintain peace through established protocol and existing mechanism.

The World's First Suicide Bomber

The World's First Suicide Bomber

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

On the night of July 5, the Tigers launched their first kamikaze operation. Miller took the wheels of the explosive-packed truck, smiled at everyone as he turned the ignition key and drove it slowly towards the Sri Lankan military camp. A few moments later all of Jaffna heard a thunderous explosion that brought the complex crashing down in clouds of dust. Miller had given birth to a deadly tactic that Prabhakaran would employ time and again with devastating consequences to Sri Lanka -- and India. A fascinating excerpt from M R Narayan Swamy's must read new book, The Rout Of Prabhakaran.

UK hit by worst riots in years; hostels for asylum seekers attacked

UK hit by worst riots in years; hostels for asylum seekers attacked

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

As the United Kingdom struggles with the greatest social unrest it has seen in years, rioters on Sunday set fire to and broke into hotels designed to house asylum seekers in northern England.

Over 200 terrorists killed in J-K so far this year: Army

Over 200 terrorists killed in J-K so far this year: Army

Rediff.com8 Dec 2018

'Initiatives taken by the government and security forces had resulted in a drop in the number of local youths being radicalised and taking to insurgency over the last few months.'

Indian-origin soldier killed in car-ramming attack in West Bank

Indian-origin soldier killed in car-ramming attack in West Bank

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Staff Sergeant Geri Gideon Hanghal was a resident of Nof HaGalil and a soldier in the Kfir Brigade's Nahshon Battalion, the Israeli Army said.

India alerts citizens about UK travel amid violent clashes

India alerts citizens about UK travel amid violent clashes

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

"Indian travellers would be aware of recent disturbances in some parts of the United Kingdom. The High Commission of India in London is closely monitoring the situation," reads the message entitled 'Advisory for Indian Citizens Visiting the UK.'

Army Chief Gen Bikram Singh pays respect to martyred jawans

Army Chief Gen Bikram Singh pays respect to martyred jawans

Rediff.com7 Aug 2013

As the last journey of the five jawans martyred in the Pakistani attack in Poonch began from Jammu, Army Chief Gen Bikram Singh on Wednesday laid wreaths on their bodies.

India faces 'unique, substantial, multi-domain' security challenges: Army chief

India faces 'unique, substantial, multi-domain' security challenges: Army chief

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

India is witnessing trailers of future conflicts and its adversaries will continue with efforts to achieve their strategic aims, Army Chief Gen MM Naravane said on Thursday delving into national security challenges emanating from China and Pakistan.

Israel cancels Haifa Day tribute to Indian soldiers

Israel cancels Haifa Day tribute to Indian soldiers

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Israel and Lebanese Shia group Hezbollah have carried out widespread strikes on each other, raising tensions, and prompting Israel Home Front command to issue precautionary advisory to citizens.

Will These Babies Survive?

Will These Babies Survive?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Newborns are placed in bed after being taken off incubators in Gaza's Al Shifa hospital after power outages.

PHOTOS: Army Chief visits forward posts in Siachen

PHOTOS: Army Chief visits forward posts in Siachen

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Gen Naravane said the entire nation is proud of the soldiers deployed in Siachen, defending the territorial integrity of India.

Ceasefire pact: Army to exercise 'maximum restraint'

Ceasefire pact: Army to exercise 'maximum restraint'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2021

Two top Army commanders on Saturday said the fresh ceasefire between India and Pakistan will have no bearing on the counter-terrorism operations in Jammu and Kashmir and that the force will exercise 'maximum restraint' in the event of any violation by the neighbouring country.

China has captured 60 sq km of Indian land!

China has captured 60 sq km of Indian land!

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Within the army, there is growing concern that New Delhi will allow the Chinese to retain the territory they have occupied in the last month.

Army strengthens Mountain Strikes Corps looking after China border

Army strengthens Mountain Strikes Corps looking after China border

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

The strengthening of the Mountain Strike Corps is part of the steps taken by the force to rebalance its focus more towards the Chinese border from the western front with Pakistan.

Bangladesh unrest: Temples, houses attacked; 2 Hindu leaders killed

Bangladesh unrest: Temples, houses attacked; 2 Hindu leaders killed

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

According to the available information, two Hindu leaders, who were incidentally leaders of Hasina's Awami League party, were killed in north-western Sirajganj and Rangpur, Debnath said, adding that the Council was still gathering more information.

How social media is denting the army's image in Kashmir

How social media is denting the army's image in Kashmir

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

'With increasing use of social media for instant communication, the armed services better find a quick solution to the new challenge they face or else continue to remain on the back foot despite doing sterling work in combating the proxy war in Kashmir.'

For Pakistan, Siachen Is A Debacle

For Pakistan, Siachen Is A Debacle

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

For India, it is a symbol of will and a successful feat of arms.

Army orders probe as soldier found passing info to Pak operatives

Army orders probe as soldier found passing info to Pak operatives

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

The Indian Army has ordered a probe into an alleged case of a data breach in the northern command after a soldier was found to be passing data to Pakistani operatives.

Threat in eastern Ladakh has not reduced: Army chief

Threat in eastern Ladakh has not reduced: Army chief

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Indian Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on Tuesday said that as far as the western front was concerned, there is an increase in the concentration of terrorists in various launch pads and there have been repeated attempts of infiltration across the Line of Control.

Anantnag op continues on Day 4, mortar shells fired

Anantnag op continues on Day 4, mortar shells fired

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Security forces launched a massive assault with mortar shells to flush out terrorists responsible for the killing of four personnel from a hilly forest in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday, officials said.

Shopian: Army files counter-FIR; says fired after 'ultimate provocation'

Shopian: Army files counter-FIR; says fired after 'ultimate provocation'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

Calling the FIR against the army as 'unfortunate', Lt Gen Anbu said that there should have been generic FIR in the matter.

'Indian Army's advantage has been lost'

'Indian Army's advantage has been lost'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

'The military advantage the Indian Army had gained by the Special Frontier Force occupying the heights of the Rezang La-Rechin La ridge on the Kailash Range is lost without the PLA withdrawing to east of the Khurnak Fort line.'

6 dead after avalanche hits army patrol in Siachen

6 dead after avalanche hits army patrol in Siachen

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

The Siachen Glacier at the height of around 20,000 ft in the Karakoram range is known as the highest militarised zone in the world where the soldiers have to battle frostbite and high winds.

Army rolls out ultra-light M-777 howitzers along China border in Arunachal

Army rolls out ultra-light M-777 howitzers along China border in Arunachal

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

The Indian Army has deployed a significant number of easily transportable M-777 ultra-light howitzers in mountainous regions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh, military officials said on Thursday.

27 killed in northern Sri Lanka violence

27 killed in northern Sri Lanka violence

Rediff.com17 Dec 2007

Over 26 Tamil Tiger rebels and one soldier were killed in fresh clashes between government troops and the guerrillas in the restive northern Sri Lanka, the military said on Monday.

Al-Qaeda Genie Is Out Of The Bottle

Al-Qaeda Genie Is Out Of The Bottle

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

... and there is no stopping its pan-Islamic agenda, cautions Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.