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New party linked to 26/11 attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed to contest Pak polls

New party linked to 26/11 attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed to contest Pak polls

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

India has also taken note of reports of Saeed's son Talha contesting elections in Pakistan and said the "mainstreaming" of radical terror outfits in the neighbouring country is nothing new and that it has been part of its State policy for a long time.

Asia Cup: Indian cricketers undergo rigorous drills, ace Yo-Yo- test

Asia Cup: Indian cricketers undergo rigorous drills, ace Yo-Yo- test

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Ahead of the Asia Cup 2023, Indian cricketers on Thursday underwent rigorous fitness drills, including the Yo-Yo test which was aced by the players in attendance in Bengaluru.

Biz activity recovers for fifth week as cases, lockdowns ease: Report

Biz activity recovers for fifth week as cases, lockdowns ease: Report

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

Business activity resumption continued for the fifth consecutive week as the second wave of infections and restrictions continued getting subsided, a Japanese brokerage said on Monday. The business activity now is only 13 percentage points lower than levels observed before the onset of pandemic in March 2020, Nomura said, citing the movement in a proprietary index of business activity resumption. The index had fallen to a trough of nearly 40 percentage point (pp) below the pre-pandemic levels for the week ended May 23 this year because of the impact of the second wave of the pandemic.

Top Performers: Mayers, LSG Pacers

Top Performers: Mayers, LSG Pacers

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Stoinis, Avesh and especially Naveen-ul-Haq kept the LSG batters in check.

No headway in India-China talks, next round of military-level dialogue 'soon'

No headway in India-China talks, next round of military-level dialogue 'soon'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The MEA said the two sides agreed to continue discussions through diplomatic and military channels to resolve the remaining issues "at the earliest" so as to create conditions for the restoration of normalcy in the bilateral relations.

WORRYING! China increases troops by 30% along LAC

WORRYING! China increases troops by 30% along LAC

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Since the June 15 clash, the PLA has inducted large numbers of troops, armoured vehicles and artillery along the LAC, from Depsang and Galwan in northern Ladakh to Hot Springs, Pangong Tso, and Chushul in central Ladakh, to Demchok and Chumar in southern Ladakh.

Kerala child rape-murder convict sentenced to death

Kerala child rape-murder convict sentenced to death

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

In a crowded courtroom, the judge declared that Alam should be hanged to death for the killing of the girl, also from Bihar.

Modi, Xi come face-to-face for first time since Galwan clashes

Modi, Xi come face-to-face for first time since Galwan clashes

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

The summit is also being attended by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and leaders of several central Asian countries.

Is LAC going to be like the LoC?

Is LAC going to be like the LoC?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Indian Army planners find themselves contemplating the possibility of more Chinese intrusions along the contested 3,488-km border. That could lead to the army having to man a 'hardened LAC' round the year, like the LoC with Pakistan, reports Ajai Shukla.

'Had he been insane, he would have shot everyone'

'Had he been insane, he would have shot everyone'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

'How was it possible for Singh to have got a government job, and that too one involving the handling of guns, had he been insane?'

Worrying! PLA advances in Ladakh

Worrying! PLA advances in Ladakh

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

With the two armies again in a face-off at multiple points, there is apprehension of renewed clashes.

China got first 'jhatka' during Galwan: Ex-Army chief Gen Naravane

China got first 'jhatka' during Galwan: Ex-Army chief Gen Naravane

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Gen Naravane said that the Indian Army did not hide casualties during Galwan clash in eastern Ladakh as the Chinse have done.

Govt failed in Manipur, PM indifferent, says INDIA in memo to governor

Govt failed in Manipur, PM indifferent, says INDIA in memo to governor

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

In a memorandum submitted to Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey, the 21 opposition MPs who signed the document demanded urgent rehabilitation and resettlement of the affected people to bring peace and harmony to the state.

Cough syrups exported to Uzbekistan, not sold in India

Cough syrups exported to Uzbekistan, not sold in India

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has initiated a probe in connection with the death of 18 children in Uzbekistan allegedly linked to Marion Biotech.

India, China to end 2-yr standoff in key Ladakh area by Monday

India, China to end 2-yr standoff in key Ladakh area by Monday

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

India and China will complete the disengagement process in the Gogra-Hotsprings area in eastern Ladakh by September 12, the External Affairs Ministry said on Friday.

China confirms disengagement from Gogra-Hotsprings

China confirms disengagement from Gogra-Hotsprings

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The Chinese military on Friday confirmed that the troops of China and India have begun the process of disengagement from the Patrolling Point 15 in the Gogra-Hotsprings area of eastern Ladakh in a 'coordinated and planned way'.

India among economies worst-hit from Ukraine crisis: Nomura

India among economies worst-hit from Ukraine crisis: Nomura

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

Every 10 per cent rise in crude oil price will shave off around 0.2 percentage point (pp) from India's GDP growth and widen the current account by 0.3 per cent, says Nomura.

Covid lockdowns to cost India $1.25 bn a week: Barclays

Covid lockdowns to cost India $1.25 bn a week: Barclays

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

If the current restrictions remain in place until the end of May, we estimate that the cumulative loss of activity could amount to around $10.5 billion, or around 0.34 percentage point (pp) of annual nominal gross domestic product, say Barclays economists.

Army chief visits Ladakh amid India-China disengagement

Army chief visits Ladakh amid India-China disengagement

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

The Army said Gen Pande witnessed Parvat Prahar exercise besides interacting with officers and troops deployed in the region. The exercise featured a display of operational capabilities by artillery guns and other key weapon systems.

Ishrat case: Gujarat IPS officer PP Pandey surrenders

Ishrat case: Gujarat IPS officer PP Pandey surrenders

Rediff.com13 Aug 2013

A day after his anticipatory bail plea was rejected by the Supreme Court, Gujarat Indian Police Service officer P P Pandey, an accused in the Ishrat Jahan encounter case, surrendered before a Central Bureau of Investigation court in Ahmedabad.

'Indian youngsters must figure out how to tackle pace'

'Indian youngsters must figure out how to tackle pace'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Indian batters have cut a sorry figure as and have had issues against pace and spin.

India, China agree to disengage from Gogra

India, China agree to disengage from Gogra

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

The actions on the ground would be confirmed and are expected to be followed up soon.

India, China disengage in Gogra; all temporary structures dismantled

India, China disengage in Gogra; all temporary structures dismantled

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

"All temporary structures and other allied infrastructure created in the area by both sides have been dismantled and mutually verified. The landform in the area has been restored by both sides to the pre-standoff period," the Army said in a statement.

Simple Tips To Lower Blood Sugar

Simple Tips To Lower Blood Sugar

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani suggests starting off with small and frequent meals.

42 MPs lose membership since 1988, 14th Lok Sabha records highest number

42 MPs lose membership since 1988, 14th Lok Sabha records highest number

Rediff.com7 May 2023

The Act deals with automatic disqualification of MPs and state legislators upon being convicted and sentenced for two years or more in a criminal case.

MEA report singles out Chinese border moves for affecting relationship

MEA report singles out Chinese border moves for affecting relationship

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

India's engagement with China is "complex" and Chinese attempts to unilaterally alter the status quo along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh starting from April-May 2020 seriously disturbed the peace and tranquillity in border areas, the ministry of external affairs (MEA) said in a report on Monday.

India's big edge over China: 35,000 troops battle ready in Ladakh

India's big edge over China: 35,000 troops battle ready in Ladakh

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

The Indian troops deployed there are mentally prepared for tackling the weather and terrain. In contrast, the Chinese troops deployed along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) are not used to these conditions as they have been brought from mainland China and are not accustomed to high altitude extreme cold weather conditions.

Doval-Wang talks: 'A double whammy for India'

Doval-Wang talks: 'A double whammy for India'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

'The Chinese staying put in Pangong Tso, and creating a buffer zone on Indian territory in other areas,' a senior serving general tells Ajai Shukla.

Cough syrup case: Central team, UP drug dept collect 6 more samples

Cough syrup case: Central team, UP drug dept collect 6 more samples

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

The inspection at Marion Biotech started at around 12 pm and continued for over 10 hours during which six more samples of the syrup were taken, they said.

Are India, China preparing for war?

Are India, China preparing for war?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

RInstead of disengagement, the Indian and Chinese armies have deployed an estimated 35,000 to 40,000 soldiers each along the LAC. The PLA has deployed S-400 air defence missiles to neutralise the IAF's advantage in air power

'Indian Army has stopped PLA quickly and strongly'

'Indian Army has stopped PLA quickly and strongly'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

'The Indian Army is fully prepared for a long and permanent deployment if the PLA does not retreat.'

Situation hasn't returned to normal: India on LAC row

Situation hasn't returned to normal: India on LAC row

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

"Some steps are required for full normalcy, we have not reached there," Bagchi said.

Have banks passed on the benefits of RBI's rate cut?

Have banks passed on the benefits of RBI's rate cut?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

In the last three years, public sector banks have responded to the RBI's policy rates more strongly than private banks.

SC allows Guj govt to accept DGP PP Pandey's offer to stepdown

SC allows Guj govt to accept DGP PP Pandey's offer to stepdown

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

The bench recorded that Pandey, in the letter, expressed willingness to step down and urged the state government to revoke the notification appointing him till April 30.

Gujarat HC dismisses PIL challenging elevation of PP Pandey as state DGP

Gujarat HC dismisses PIL challenging elevation of PP Pandey as state DGP

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Ribeiro had challenged Pandey's appointment as he is an accused in the alleged fake encounter case of Ishrat Jahan and three others, and is currently out on regular bail.

How will the economy fare in 2022?

How will the economy fare in 2022?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

After navigating the turbulent pandemic waves, the recovering Indian economy is now sailing through unchartered waters of rising coronavirus cases, spiralling commodity prices and spiking inflation though the lighthouse of sustainable growth remains visible. As 2022 begins, a raft of developments, ranging from Budgetary announcements to continuation of stimulus measures to monetary policy, will set the tone for the domestic economy, which is projected to grow more than 9 per cent in the current fiscal ending March 2022. The country's continuing massive vaccination drive and 'precaution' doses starting for select categories of people this month will provide a firewall against any steep spike in coronavirus cases amid the emergence of the Omicron variant.

Ishrat case: No relief for accused IPS officer PP Pandey

Ishrat case: No relief for accused IPS officer PP Pandey

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

A special court in Ahmedabad on Tuesday rejected the anticipatory bail application of Ishrat Jahan encounter case accused IPS officer Prithvi Pal Pandey who then moved the Gujarat high court, which refused to give him protection from arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation till hearing of his plea on Wednesday.

Govt's China Study Group firm on complete disengagement by China

Govt's China Study Group firm on complete disengagement by China

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

The CSG is one of the topmost bodies in the government which provides directions to the military and diplomats on the stand to be taken during talks with the Chinese and also take a stand on the points and demands raised by the Chinese side.

Central Vista: Green nod to 'Executive Enclave' that will house new PMO

Central Vista: Green nod to 'Executive Enclave' that will house new PMO

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

The Delhi State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) has granted environmental clearance to the proposal for the construction of the 'Executive Enclave' which will house the new Prime Minister's Office and Cabinet Secretariat.

How Bihar Regiment removed Chinese post from Galwan valley

How Bihar Regiment removed Chinese post from Galwan valley

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

A total of around 100 troops took part in the operations from the Indian side while the Chinese had over 350 people on the location.