News for 'Palestine'

Mood outside White House: Mix bag of hope, despair as Trump wins race

Mood outside White House: Mix bag of hope, despair as Trump wins race

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

A palpable mix of emotions enveloped the capital, particularly around the areas surrounding the White House. Supporters, opponents and general visitors gathered at the iconic location, commenting on the outcome of a bitterly fought election.

ICC issues arrest warrant against Netanyahu, Hamas official for war crimes

ICC issues arrest warrant against Netanyahu, Hamas official for war crimes

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

The charges include -- starvation of civilians as a method of warfare, wilfully causing great suffering, or serious injury to body or health, intentionally directing attacks against a civilian population, other inhumane acts as crimes against humanity, among other charges, as per the statement.

Laapataa Ladies Out Of Oscars Race

Laapataa Ladies Out Of Oscars Race

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Shahana Goswami's Santosh has been shortlisted for the best foreign film Oscars.

Kashmir and Palestine: A similar story

Kashmir and Palestine: A similar story

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

The people in both places have lived in a state of denial, refusing to accept the bald fact that resorting to violence against an infinitely superior force is suicidal, observes T N Ninan.

US vetoes Palestinian bid to gain statehood at UN

US vetoes Palestinian bid to gain statehood at UN

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

The United States has vetoed a resolution in the UN Security Council on the latest Palestinian bid to be granted full membership of the United Nations, an outcome lauded by Israel but criticised by Palestine as 'unfair, immoral, and unjustified'.

Netanyahu's Gaza Plan: Trap For Trump?

Netanyahu's Gaza Plan: Trap For Trump?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

'Netanyahu lured Trump into a trap by enticing him with a seductive scenario of massive lucrative business in Gaza's reconstruction.' 'Trump's imagination is running riot, completely disconnected from ground realities,' asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Anti-Israel protests in Kashmir against Nasrallah's killing

Anti-Israel protests in Kashmir against Nasrallah's killing

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

A large number of men, women and children -- carrying black flags -- poured out on roads in Magam in Budgam and Zadibal in the city to protest against the killing, officials said.

Why Subianto Is The R-Day Chief Guest

Why Subianto Is The R-Day Chief Guest

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

India is trying hard to erase Indonesia's wariness about New Delhi, building security cooperation in the Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean. If Indonesia decides to buy the Brahmos missile, it would further strengthen relations between the world's most populous nation and the most populous Islamic country.

What Will Israel Do Next?

What Will Israel Do Next?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

In days of smart, networked technology and no shame over collateral damage, what will blow up next -- cars, mobile phones, TV sets, refrigerators? And where?, asks Shyam G Menon.

32 killed, 200 injured as Israel-Palestine conflict escalates

32 killed, 200 injured as Israel-Palestine conflict escalates

Rediff.com12 May 2021

Over 630 rockets were fired at Israel from Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon, 200 of which were intercepted by Iron Dome missile defence batteries while 150 others fell short of their targets and landed inside the Strip, according to the army.

Israeli anthem booed, fisticuffs break out at Nations League game

Israeli anthem booed, fisticuffs break out at Nations League game

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Going into the ground, some Israel fans wore both Israeli and French colours. Two wore a t-shirt with Israeli club side Maccabi Tel Aviv's logo on the front and the words "Ni Oubli Ni Pardon" (Never Forgive Never Forget) on the back.

Gilani equates Palestine, Kashmir issues

Gilani equates Palestine, Kashmir issues

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

Peace will remain elusive in South Asia and the Middle East unless the issues of Kashmir and Palestine are resolved, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on Friday.

Palestine quashes reports of its envoy to Pakistan being reinstated

Palestine quashes reports of its envoy to Pakistan being reinstated

Rediff.com7 Jan 2018

The Palestinian foreign ministry also denied this information, saying, "Our ambassador in Pakistan is in Palestine and our position was declared by our official statement which we have published last week."

Jihadists Are A Major Threat To Israel'

Jihadists Are A Major Threat To Israel'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

'Israel would make Iran and its proxies pay. They, along with Qatar, fund terror all over the world.'

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Lady Gaga brings cabaret to Paris opening ceremony on the Seine

Why I Chanted Narendra Modi Ki Jai In Lok Sabha

Why I Chanted Narendra Modi Ki Jai In Lok Sabha

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'My chants in praise of BJP and RSS stalwarts were a reaction to what MPs like Owaisi did.'

'No place beyond us': Bibi warns Iran as Hezbollah strikes back

'No place beyond us': Bibi warns Iran as Hezbollah strikes back

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a warning to Iran's Ayatollah regime and asserted that those who target Israel will face consequences and that no location in Iran or the Middle East is beyond Israel's reach.

Polls won't solve Kashmir issue, need dialogue: Hurriyat chairman

Polls won't solve Kashmir issue, need dialogue: Hurriyat chairman

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Delivering the sermon, he said election and "resolution of the Kashmir issue" were two different things.

Muslim law board to challenge SC alimony verdict

Muslim law board to challenge SC alimony verdict

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

After a meeting of its working committee in New Delhi, the board adopted a resolution which stated that the recent judgment of the Supreme Court on the maintenance of Muslim divorcee women is "against the Islamic law (Shariah)".

'All we are here for is to try and win on the 12th'

'All we are here for is to try and win on the 12th'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Blue Tigers held their first training session in Vietnam on Monday evening at the Nam Dinh Sports Palace Ground and will have four more full sessions before taking on the hosts on Saturday.

Palestine recalls Pak envoy for sharing stage with Hafiz Saeed

Palestine recalls Pak envoy for sharing stage with Hafiz Saeed

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

"The Palestine government has told Ali that he was not anymore its envoy to Pakistan," Haija said.

Is Wartime A Good Time to Invest?

Is Wartime A Good Time to Invest?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Even now, investors are not bothered about the war but are more concerned whether it will remain localised or not.' 'In case things are contained, markets can stage a bounce back in the next few days.'

Palestinians have been denied their homeland: Jaishankar

Palestinians have been denied their homeland: Jaishankar

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

He stated that what transpired on October 7 was a 'terrorist attack' but also acknowledged, in reference to the Israeli counteroffensive in Gaza, that every response must take into account something called international humanitarian law.

Palestine President Abbas in Hyderabad

Palestine President Abbas in Hyderabad

Rediff.com24 Oct 2007

Palestine President Abbas made a transit visit to Hyderabad

Top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike

Top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

According to the IDF, Eid Hassan Nashar held key leadership roles within Hezbollah. He served as the commander of the surface-to-surface rocket unit, overseeing the organisation's day-to-day operations.

Day after Nasrallah, Israel kills another top Hezbollah leader Qaouk

Day after Nasrallah, Israel kills another top Hezbollah leader Qaouk

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Qaouk was a commander of Hezbollah's preventative security unit and a member of their executive council.

'Supreme Court Should Remove Biren Singh'

'Supreme Court Should Remove Biren Singh'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

'There are 7,000 guns which are in the hands of the armed militia of the Kuki and Meitei communities.'

Modi govt's dilemma over Israel-Palestine conflict

Modi govt's dilemma over Israel-Palestine conflict

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

"We have diplomatic ties with both nations. Any discourteous reference can impact our relations with them," says External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj

Pro-Gaza Protests In Tokyo, Dublin, Amman...

Pro-Gaza Protests In Tokyo, Dublin, Amman...

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Pro-Palestinian protests were registered in Tokyo, Japan; Beirut, Lebanon; Dublin, Ireland; Amman, Jordan on October 11, 2023.

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh killed in attack on his Iran home

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh killed in attack on his Iran home

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

The IRGC said that Ismail Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were killed after their residence was targeted in Tehran.

Asian Cup: Holders Japan crush newcomer Palestine

Asian Cup: Holders Japan crush newcomer Palestine

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Holders Japan enjoyed a Monday stroll in the Newcastle breeze as they swatted aside the meagre challenge of outsiders Palestine to kick off their Asian Cup title defence with a 4-0 victory.

Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualification hanging by a thread

Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualification hanging by a thread

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Brazil shocked and other big upsets at World Cup qualifiers played on Tuesday

Why 38% of IIT Graduates Are Unemployed

Why 38% of IIT Graduates Are Unemployed

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Out of 24,230 IIT and NIT grads, about 8,000 students didn't find any takers during campus placement drives this year.

India hopes to see a sovereign and independent Palestine state soon: PM

India hopes to see a sovereign and independent Palestine state soon: PM

Rediff.com10 Feb 2018

Abbas seeks India's role in peace process as PM Modi visits Palestine.

Indian-origin student arrested for taking part in anti-Israel protests in US

Indian-origin student arrested for taking part in anti-Israel protests in US

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Achinthya Sivalingam, born in Coimbatore and raised in Columbus, has been barred from the campus and faces disciplinary action, said a university spokesperson.

'Modi can help break Gaza siege'

'Modi can help break Gaza siege'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'India is respected by both Israel and Palestine.' 'India can push the international community for the peace process.'

Use or threat of use of nukes unacceptable: India, Germany on Ukraine war

Use or threat of use of nukes unacceptable: India, Germany on Ukraine war

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

The leaders also noted the "negative impacts" of the war in Ukraine with regard to global food and energy security, especially for developing and least-developed countries.

Pak PM bans New Year celebrations, here's why

Pak PM bans New Year celebrations, here's why

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Pakistan caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Thursday announced a ban on the New Year celebration in the country to express solidarity with the People in Gaza.

Support UN resolution on Kashmir, says Malaysian PM during Pak visit

Support UN resolution on Kashmir, says Malaysian PM during Pak visit

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

He also said that his country would continue to talk about the Kashmir issue "through channels that are acceptable" and prayed that "the issue is amicably resolved".

2024: Top 10 International Films

2024: Top 10 International Films

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite 2024 films that he watched at film festivals held in Berlin, Cannes, Toronto and India.