News for 'Pakistan Navy'

Pak for maritime body to prevent 26/11 type attack

Pak for maritime body to prevent 26/11 type attack

Rediff.com30 Oct 2009

The Pakistan Navy is considering setting up an organisation assigned to oversee all the maritime authorities of the country to minimize the chances of a terrorist attack being launched from its land and waters.

Pakistan rejects India's request for consular access to Indian 'spy' Jadhav

Pakistan rejects India's request for consular access to Indian 'spy' Jadhav

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

India had sought consular access to Jadhav.

Invites show the world is sure of Modi's victory: Rajnath

Invites show the world is sure of Modi's victory: Rajnath

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been receiving invitations for functions scheduled much after the Lok Sabha polls, which showed the 'entire world believes his return to power is inevitable'.

Navy to open doors for increased role of women

Navy to open doors for increased role of women

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

The Indian Navy is set to open the doors soon for increased role of women on its rolls but has made it clear that there will be no combat positions yet.

Osama bin Laden died afraid, says Navy Seal

Osama bin Laden died afraid, says Navy Seal

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Osama bin Laden "died afraid", says a former US Navy SEAL who claims he fired the fatal shot that killed the Al Qaeda chief in Pakistan in 2011.

Pakistanis react with anger over scribe's death

Pakistanis react with anger over scribe's death

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

Pakistanis on Wednesday reacted with revulsion and anger to the "silencing" of investigative journalist Syed Saleem Shahzad, whose body was found days after he went missing in the wake of authoring a report that alleged al-Qaeda had infiltrated the Pakistan Navy.

US Navy SEAL commando pens book on Osama raid

US Navy SEAL commando pens book on Osama raid

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

A United States Navy SEAL commando, involved in the raid that killed Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, has written an inside account of the May 2011 mission, raising hackles in the Pentagon and the Central Investigation Agency.

Pak cries foul over India's undersea missile test

Pak cries foul over India's undersea missile test

Rediff.com27 Feb 2008

A day after India tested the new missile from waters off its Vishakahpatnam coast, Pakistan Navy Chief Admiral Muhammad Afzal Tahir described the development as a 'very serious issue', as it was aimed at deploying nuclear weapons at sea.

India has a military advantage over Pakistan

India has a military advantage over Pakistan

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

'Should the two armies clash in a conventional battlefield, the advantage will pass more and more to the Indians as the battle progresses,' says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

10 Indian fishermen detained by Iran; working on their release, says govt

10 Indian fishermen detained by Iran; working on their release, says govt

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Seven fishermen from Kerala, three from Tamil Nadu, and a citizen of an Arab nation who went fishing from Ajman, UAE, were detained by the Iranian Navy a few days ago after they unintentionally crossed over the waters of the Middle East nation.

NCB gets custody of Pakistani national in 2500 kg drug seizure off Kerala

NCB gets custody of Pakistani national in 2500 kg drug seizure off Kerala

Rediff.com16 May 2023

A court in Kochi granted the Narcotics Control Bureau 14-day custody of the Pakistani national arrested in connection with the seizure of over 2,500 kg of methamphetamine from a vessel in Indian waters off the port city.

'Slain Pak scribe wanted to relocate to UK'

'Slain Pak scribe wanted to relocate to UK'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2011

Journalist Syed Saleem Shahzad, slain two days after he filed a report alleging the possible infiltration of the Pakistan Navy by Al Qaeda, had spoken to close friends about relocating abroad with his family after receiving several threats in recent months.

THIS is what the Taliban wanted in Pak naval base

THIS is what the Taliban wanted in Pak naval base

Rediff.com31 May 2011

US supplied surveillance jets were the "prime targets" of Taliban militants who possibly received "inside support and help" for their Rambo-style attack on Mehran naval airbase in the Pakistani port city of Karachi

Why Rajiv Gandhi Decided On Nuclear Weapons

Why Rajiv Gandhi Decided On Nuclear Weapons

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

The idea of weaponization got a fillip from an unexpected quarter. In the last week of October 1985, Rajiv met US President Ronald Reagan. Reagan told Rajiv, 'Pakistan has already made a bomb.' When Rajiv started talking about disarmament, the US president cut him short, 'Don't talk theory, think of your own protection.'

US confirms missiles for Pak

US confirms missiles for Pak

Rediff.com9 May 2005

The US Defence Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress of two potential foreign military sales of Harpoon and Sidewinder missiles to Pakistan.

Terrorists storm 5-star hotel in Pak's Gwadar, 1 killed

Terrorists storm 5-star hotel in Pak's Gwadar, 1 killed

Rediff.com11 May 2019

Three terrorists attempted a forced entry into the hotel. A guard at the entrance challenged them after which the terrorists opened fire and killed him, the army's media wing Inter-Services Public Relations said.

US to replace Pak's P-3C Orion planes

US to replace Pak's P-3C Orion planes

Rediff.com18 Jun 2011

The United States will replace two P-3C Orion maritime surveillance planes of the Pakistan Navy that were destroyed in a terrorist attack on a naval airbase in Karachi last month, according to a media report on Saturday.

Braving war-like conditions, Navy rescues 800 from Yemen

Braving war-like conditions, Navy rescues 800 from Yemen

Rediff.com4 Apr 2015

Around 1,350 Indians have been evacuated from Yemen and efforts are on to rescue over 2,000 others from various parts of the strife-torn country where situation has deteriorated significantly due to escalation in fighting between warring groups.

Headley narrates Pak Navy man's links to 26/11

Headley narrates Pak Navy man's links to 26/11

Rediff.com26 May 2011

Mumbai attack co-accused David Headley on Thursday told a US court that a Pakistani Navy man was present during discussions with his ISI handler Major Iqbal on landing sites and arrival of Lashkar-e-Tayiba terrorists by sea.

Neighbourhood First At Modi's Swearing-In

Neighbourhood First At Modi's Swearing-In

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Engagement with neighbours is a strategic imperative, and not an option, asserts Rup Narayan Das.

MV Suez crew shifted to Pak warship PNS Babar

MV Suez crew shifted to Pak warship PNS Babar

Rediff.com19 Jun 2011

The MV Suez's 22-member crew, including six Indians, were on Sunday transferred to a Pakistani warship when the Egyptian merchant vessel, which was recently released by Somali pirates after payment of ransom, began taking on water in the Arabian Sea.

Kochi to acquire retired warship

Kochi to acquire retired warship

Rediff.com23 Oct 2003

Indian fishermen in Pak custody

Indian fishermen in Pak custody

Rediff.com8 Mar 2003

The fishermen were detained along with their boats by a patrol of the Maritime Security Agency some 125 km\nsoutheast of Karachi on Friday.

India still waiting for Jadhav's chargesheet and court order from Pakistan

India still waiting for Jadhav's chargesheet and court order from Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Apr 2017

"We have sought from the foreign ministry (of Pakistan) a certified copy of the chargesheet as well as the judgment in the death sentence of Jadhav, but there is no response yet from Pakistan's side," MEA spokesperson Gopal Baglay told reporters.

India sad over Pak terror attack, steps up vigil

India sad over Pak terror attack, steps up vigil

Rediff.com23 May 2011

India on Monday expressed sadness over the loss of lives in the terror attack in Karachi even as it issued an advisory to all states to step up vigil.

Former Navy chief Ramdas bags Magsaysay award

Former Navy chief Ramdas bags Magsaysay award

Rediff.com3 Aug 2004

The 70-year-old L Ramdas bagged the award for peace and international understanding.

Elgar Parishad case: HC grants bail to Gautam Navlakha

Elgar Parishad case: HC grants bail to Gautam Navlakha

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

This is Navlakha's second round of appeal in the high court seeking regular bail.

If US can kill Osama in Pakistan, why can't India: Jaitley

If US can kill Osama in Pakistan, why can't India: Jaitley

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

Jaitely's statement comes amidst the escalating tension between Indian and Pakistan.

Is Imran Khan's Exit Imminent?

Is Imran Khan's Exit Imminent?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

No prime minister in Pakistan's recent history has survived long in office after appointing an ISI chief who did not have the army chief's confidence. Imran may be no exception, observes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing.

US Navy SEAL who shot Osama kept his corpse photo secretly

US Navy SEAL who shot Osama kept his corpse photo secretly

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

Matthew Bissonnette turned over a hard drive that contained the photo to US investigators in exchange for an agreement that he wouldn't be prosecuted.

India-China ties 'abnormal' since Galwan clash: Jaishankar

India-China ties 'abnormal' since Galwan clash: Jaishankar

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Relations between India and China have been in an 'abnormal state' since the 2020 Galwan clash and it is a 'possibly longer than medium-term issue', External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said in New York.

Be ready to deal with new, emerging threats: Modi to armed forces

Be ready to deal with new, emerging threats: Modi to armed forces

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

The prime minister was briefed by Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan about the various discussions conducted at this year's Combined Commanders' conference.

EXPOSED! Pakistan's lie that it had no idea Osama was in Abbottabad

EXPOSED! Pakistan's lie that it had no idea Osama was in Abbottabad

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Pakistan's top civilian and military leadership knew about Osama bin Laden's presence in the country much before the US Navy SEALs killed him in a raid in 2011, the nation's then defence minister has claimed.

'Limited war is the only option with China'

'Limited war is the only option with China'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

'The PLA will not voluntarily withdraw from Indian territory.'

India deploys Heron Mark 2 drones in northern sector against China, Pak threats

India deploys Heron Mark 2 drones in northern sector against China, Pak threats

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

The four new Heron Mark-2 drones, which can be equipped with long-range missiles and other weapons systems, have been deployed at a forward air base in the northern sector, where Team ANI witnessed their operations.

Floating armouries can lead to another 26/11: Navy chief

Floating armouries can lead to another 26/11: Navy chief

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

Unregulated floating private armouries carrying combatants of certain countries are a matter of concern and can have serious security implications for the country including infiltration of terrorists that can lead to 26/11-type attacks, Navy Chief Admiral DK Joshi warned on Tuesday.

Navy official put on trial for conspiring with Pak agencies

Navy official put on trial for conspiring with Pak agencies

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

An Indian Navy official has been put on trial by a Delhi court for allegedly conspiring with Pakistani agencies and passing them sensitive documents and information regarding establishment of armed forces.

Pakistan senate wants dossier on 'Indian interference'

Pakistan senate wants dossier on 'Indian interference'

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Pakistan's Senate has unanimously adopted a resolution asking the government to prepare a dossier on "Indian interference" in the country and send it to other nations and international institutions.

Can India Fight A Three-Front War?

Can India Fight A Three-Front War?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

China will use airpower to support Pakistan from the start of a war. China will use the opportunity to at least take Ladakh. Its growing navy will prevent India from blockading or attacking the Makran Coast. And thanks to Chinese weapons, Pakistan keeps expanding its forces, observes Ravi Rikhye.