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India cautions Chinese media over 'Operation Sindoor' posts

India cautions Chinese media over 'Operation Sindoor' posts

Rediff.com7 May 2025

The Indian Embassy in Beijing has warned China's state-run tabloid Global Times to verify information before spreading it on social media. The embassy accused the publication of spreading disinformation about Indian military strikes on Pakistan's terror infrastructure. The embassy's statement comes after the Global Times published articles based on Pakistan Air Force claims about the strikes, which were later debunked by Indian authorities.

Cabinet clears Ahmedabad as 'ideal host' for 2030 CWG

Cabinet clears Ahmedabad as 'ideal host' for 2030 CWG

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

"Commonwealth Games in India would leave lasting impact by boosting tourism, and creating jobs, the Government said in a statement.

24 teams, 5 venues.. Durand Cup to begin on July 23

24 teams, 5 venues.. Durand Cup to begin on July 23

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

A total of 24 teams will vie for the top honours in the 134th edition of the Durand Cup, Asia's oldest football tournament, to be played across five states from July 23 till August 23.

'India will respond with full force whenever terrorism threatens citizens'

'India will respond with full force whenever terrorism threatens citizens'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The Indian government outlines its futuristic defence programme, Sudarshan Chakra Mission, focusing on indigenous development, predictive technologies, and targeted counter-action systems to enhance national security.

Pro-Pak handles sharing old photos of IAF crashes: India

Pro-Pak handles sharing old photos of IAF crashes: India

Rediff.com8 May 2025

India on Wednesday dismissed claims on Pakistan social media about 'Operation Sindoor', saying the neighbouring country has unleashed a 'full-blown disinformation offensive' with 'lies' and digital theatrics to control the narrative.

Burials, Mourners, Search For Victims

Burials, Mourners, Search For Victims

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Sad scenes from Ahmedabad as families bid goodbye to their beloved ones.

Extreme poverty in India falls by over 21%: World Bank

Extreme poverty in India falls by over 21%: World Bank

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

India's extreme poverty rate declined sharply to 5.3 per cent over a decade from 27.1 per cent in 2011-12 even as the World Bank revised upwards its threshold poverty line to $3 per day.

Govt to consult stakeholders on social media fact check by PIB

Govt to consult stakeholders on social media fact check by PIB

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Amid outrage over a plan to give powers to its arm Press Information Bureau to police fake news on social media, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Tuesday said that the government will hold discussions next month with stakeholders before the proposal is implemented.

India pays tributes to Kargil bravehearts on Vijay Diwas

India pays tributes to Kargil bravehearts on Vijay Diwas

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday led the nation in paying tributes to military personnel who fought valiantly in harsh conditions to hand Pakistan a crushing defeat in the 1999 Kargil conflict.

Covid surge: States told to ensure availability of oxygen, beds

Covid surge: States told to ensure availability of oxygen, beds

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

All states have been instructed to ensure availability of oxygen, isolation beds, ventilators and essential medicines in view of rising cases of Covid, official sources said on Wednesday.

Who's Shriya Blowing A Kiss To?

Who's Shriya Blowing A Kiss To?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

The closing ceremony of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) saw a lot of glamour, as stars headed to the Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Goa and made it a night to remember.

Akashteer emerges as key asset in Operation Sindoor

Akashteer emerges as key asset in Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com23 May 2025

India's indigenously developed 'Akashteer' air defense system performed exceedingly well during 'Operation Sindoor,' according to Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief Samir V Kamat. The fully automated system, deployed against terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, integrates various radar systems, sensors, and communication technologies. Kamat expressed confidence in the system's success drawing international interest, highlighting India's progress toward self-reliance in the defense sector. He also addressed the future of warfare, emphasizing the need for a blend of traditional and emerging technologies, and outlined the development timeline for the indigenous 5.5-generation stealth fighter aircraft, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).

Modi chairs CCS meeting day after giving army 'full freedom'

Modi chairs CCS meeting day after giving army 'full freedom'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

The CCS meet was held at the prime minister's Lok Kalyan Marg residence, a day after he held a meeting with the top military brass and accorded operational freedom to the armed forces on the "mode, targets and timing" of India's response to the April 22 attack that killed 26 people.

It's all over...: Pak minister's reply on proof of downing IAF jets

It's all over...: Pak minister's reply on proof of downing IAF jets

Rediff.com8 May 2025

India dismissed claims on Pakistan social media about 'Operation Sindoor', saying the neighbouring country has unleashed a 'full-blown disinformation offensive' with 'lies' and digital theatrics to control the narrative.

Modi smart man, India-US tariff talks to work out very well: Trump

Modi smart man, India-US tariff talks to work out very well: Trump

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

The remarks assume significance since Trump has repeatedly criticised the high tariffs charged by India and other countries on American goods.

Why Kerala Opposes Sand Sea Mining

Why Kerala Opposes Sand Sea Mining

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

If as critics point out, the environmental impact assessment study was commissioned only after the auction process got underway with not all the stakeholders getting to know of it, then the government has already compromised the trust it could have enjoyed with Kerala's public including its coastal communities, points out Shyam G Menon.

Rajya Sabha Chairman rejects privilege notice against Amit Shah

Rajya Sabha Chairman rejects privilege notice against Amit Shah

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar has rejected a privilege notice against Union Home Minister Amit Shah after he cited a 1948 government press release to authenticate his statement that a Congress leader was part of the management of Prime Minister's National Relief Fund. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh had moved the notice against Shah for "casting aspersions" on Congress Parliamentary Party head Sonia Gandhi.

PM Modi's photoshopped image goes viral; embarrassed PIB deletes tweet

PM Modi's photoshopped image goes viral; embarrassed PIB deletes tweet

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

A photo of PM Modi posted on the PIB website was removed after questions were raised in social media about its authenticity.

PIB sets up unit to combat fake news related to govt

PIB sets up unit to combat fake news related to govt

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

The ministry on Thursday urged people to email snapshots of any 'dubious material' they come across on any platform including social media and it will get it checked.

President Comforts Emotional Manasi Parekh

President Comforts Emotional Manasi Parekh

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The actress got emotional as she accepts the award for Best Actress for her Gujarati film, Kutch Express.

Son's AI Hopes From Indian Business

Son's AI Hopes From Indian Business

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'Son believes India has a significant opportunity in chip design, especially in creating IP that will be uniquely Indian.'

J&K militants storm building housing PIB office

J&K militants storm building housing PIB office

Rediff.com9 Mar 2004

The attack occurred around at 1825 IST on the busy Residency Road, which houses offices of several media organisations.

Cabinet approves assured pension for govt employees

Cabinet approves assured pension for govt employees

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

The National Pension System is applicable for government employees joining the service after April 1, 2004. It was based on the premise of contribution rather than defined benefit applicable for employees prior to the NPS.

'For Me, Light And Shade Is The Melody'

'For Me, Light And Shade Is The Melody'

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Santosh Sivan Sivan is the first Asian to receive the prestigious Pierre Angénieux ExcelLens in Cinematography honour at the Cannes Film Festival, which celebrates outstanding contributions to the field of cinematography.

Centre notifies fact check unit a day before SC hearing

Centre notifies fact check unit a day before SC hearing

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

The notification came days after the Bombay high court declined to restrain the Centre from notifying the unit. The petition was filed by stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra and the Editors Guild of India.

Journalists can file I-T returns at PIB

Journalists can file I-T returns at PIB

Rediff.com23 Sep 2003

Journalists and camerapersons can file their income tax returns at special counters being set at Press Information Bureau in Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi, during September 24-26.

Despite deaths, India to get more cheetahs from Africa

Despite deaths, India to get more cheetahs from Africa

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

The 'Action Plan for Reintroduction of Cheetah in India' talks about bringing around 12-14 cheetahs each year from South Africa, Namibia, and other African countries for five years to establish a founder stock.

Prevent undue panic: Centre advises states on mpox

Prevent undue panic: Centre advises states on mpox

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The Centre on Monday advised states and union territories to screen and test of all suspect mpox cases.

When Modi Met Operation Dost Team

When Modi Met Operation Dost Team

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Prime Minister N D Modi interacted with members of the National Disaster Response Force and Indian Army who were deployed on Operation Dost in earthquake-shattered Turkey on Monday, February 20, 2023.

SC fines govt for delay in pension to retired Army captains

SC fines govt for delay in pension to retired Army captains

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The Supreme Court came down heavily on the Centre on Tuesday for failing to take any decision for years on the pension payable to retired regular captains of the Army in accordance with the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme and imposed a fine of Rs 2 lakh on it.

At 14,500 feet, Army sets up one of world's highest tank repair units near LAC

At 14,500 feet, Army sets up one of world's highest tank repair units near LAC

Rediff.com16 May 2024

The Indian Army has set up two armoured vehicle maintenance and repair facilities near the China border in Nyoma and the DBO Sector in that region at altitudes of over 14,500 feet in the area, which is the world's highest battlefield for tanks and infantry combat vehicles along the LAC in Eastern Ladakh.

Anup Pandey retires as EC creating vacancy in three-member panel

Anup Pandey retires as EC creating vacancy in three-member panel

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Pandey's retirement comes days before the Election Commission is to announce the schedule for the Lok Sabha polls.

Guru-Shishya: When Veep Met Teacher

Guru-Shishya: When Veep Met Teacher

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Accompanied by his wife Dr Sudesh Dhankar, the Veep wanted to thank Ratna Nair who taught him when he was a student at the Sainik School Chittorgarh boarding school in Rajasthan.

SC puts Centre's fact-checking unit on hold

SC puts Centre's fact-checking unit on hold

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

In a jolt to the Centre, the Supreme Court on Thursday stayed the notification setting up a fact-checking unit under the Press Information Bureau (PIB) to identify fake news about the Union government.

Stopped from speaking, Mamata storms out of Niti Aayog meet

Stopped from speaking, Mamata storms out of Niti Aayog meet

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Banerjee said her microphone was stopped after five minutes, while other chief ministers were allowed to speak for longer durations.

On The Way To The Ram Mandir...

On The Way To The Ram Mandir...

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Saisuresh Sivaswamy/Rediff.com captures glimpses of the activity around the Ram temple on his iPhone 14 Pro.

Internet firms to lose safe harbour over non-removal of misleading info

Internet firms to lose safe harbour over non-removal of misleading info

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

He said that fact-checkers are a reference point to fight against misinformation and rejected arguments that it will adversely impact "free speech".

Modi At G20 In Bali

Modi At G20 In Bali

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Glimpses from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bali to attend the G20 summit on Monday, November 14, 2022.

The Prime Minister Born On February 29

The Prime Minister Born On February 29

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Morarji Desai was 81 when he was elected prime minister and ruled India for two years, from March 1977 to July 1999.

Govt has unfettered power under amended IT rules on fake news: Bombay HC

Govt has unfettered power under amended IT rules on fake news: Bombay HC

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

The Bombay high Court on Tuesday said the recently amended Information Technology (IT) Rules against fake news on social media give "unfettered power" to a government authority in the absence of "guidelines and guardrails".