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Osama involved in Bhutto's killing, says Pak

Osama involved in Bhutto's killing, says Pak

Rediff.com21 Jun 2011

Osama bin Laden was involved in former premier Benazir Bhutto's assassination and the perpetrators of her murder have been identified, Interior Minister Rehman Malik claimed on Tuesday.

Bigg Boss 10's Priyanka Jagga: I know I don't have manners

Bigg Boss 10's Priyanka Jagga: I know I don't have manners

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

'Why would my husband leave a beautiful wife like me?' Priyanka Jagga asks Rajul Hegde.

Why is the army chief visiting Nepal?

Why is the army chief visiting Nepal?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Though General Naravane's visit will not deal with 'impermanent' issues like the changing stands of politicians, it will certainly reinforce the deeper 'permanent' links between the people of Nepal and India. Time will hopefully tackle the present impermanence of the Sino-Nepalese romance, notes Claude Arpi.

As govt eyes forest land, Mumbai's tribals faced with move to dingy flats

As govt eyes forest land, Mumbai's tribals faced with move to dingy flats

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

With the Maharashtra government doling out pieces of the lush green Aarey forest to various utilities, the tribals living in it for generations are feeling increasingly insecure. Hepzi Anthony reports.

Stephen Hawking: A life in pictures

Stephen Hawking: A life in pictures

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Known as one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists since Albert Einstein, here are a few glimpses of Stephen Hawking's life.

Don't select players for Tests, ODIs based on IPL performance, says Dhoni

Don't select players for Tests, ODIs based on IPL performance, says Dhoni

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

India's limited overs captain captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Monday said that Indian Premier League should not be the yardstick to pick players for the hard grind of international cricket, particularly Tests and One-Day Internationals.

Trump meets May in 1st summit with foreign leader

Trump meets May in 1st summit with foreign leader

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

May said Britain and the US must "lead together" again and play their role in safeguarding global security even as she welcomed the rise of democratic allies like India.

Mourinho hits out at 'Einsteins' for criticism

Mourinho hits out at 'Einsteins' for criticism

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has lashed out at football's "Einsteins" for criticising him during the English Premier League club's run of three successive defeats. Despite winning the first four games of his tenure, Mourinho has come under scrutiny from the media after United's slump in form with the club currently six points behind leaders Manchester City in the league. United returned to winning ways after beating third-tier side Northampton Town 3-1 in the third round of the League Cup on Wednesday.

How F C Kohli and TCS conquered the world

How F C Kohli and TCS conquered the world

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Combining affordable IT with native Indian ingenuity and entrepreneurship F C Kohli believed would enable Indian small businesses match anyone and thrive.

Hu's visit can lay foundation of Sino-US ties, says Obama

Hu's visit can lay foundation of Sino-US ties, says Obama

Rediff.com20 Jan 2011

President Barack Obama in officially welcoming Chinese President Hu Jintao to the White House at an elaborate South Lawn ceremony harked by to the visit 30 years ago by then President Deng Xiaoping and predicted Hu's visit could set the tone for the next three decades of US-China relations.

We are trying to secure drone tech from US: Gilani

We are trying to secure drone tech from US: Gilani

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

Demanding an end to the American drone attacks in the restive tribal belt, Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani has said Pakistan was trying to secure the spy plane technology from the United States and seeking enhanced intelligence- sharing so that it can act on its own against militants.

Gilani backs resumption of Indo-Pak talks

Gilani backs resumption of Indo-Pak talks

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

India should resume composite dialogue with Pakistan to resolve all outstanding issues- including the Kashmir dispute- peacefully and expeditiously, Pakistan Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani has said.

Very bad situation between India, Pak; talking to both: Trump

Very bad situation between India, Pak; talking to both: Trump

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

"We want to see it just stop. We are very much involved in that (process)," Trump told reporters at the Oval Office.

PHOTOS: Legends felicitated in low-key opening for IPL 10

PHOTOS: Legends felicitated in low-key opening for IPL 10

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

The 10th edition of the Indian Premier League began on Wednesday with India's four cricket icons, including Sachin Tendulkar, being felicitated for their contribution to the game during an opening ceremony that was low on glamour quotient.

Lalit Modi drags Sonia, Varun Gandhi in escalating row

Lalit Modi drags Sonia, Varun Gandhi in escalating row

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

Lalit Modi on Wednesday sought to drag Congress chief Sonia Gandhi and BJP leader Varun Gandhi in the escalating row involving the controversial former IPL chief.

RO-purified water, free entry for school kids: Mudgal's 'to-do' list for DDCA

RO-purified water, free entry for school kids: Mudgal's 'to-do' list for DDCA

Rediff.com21 Nov 2015

The Delhi high court-appointed observer Justice Mukul Mudgal on Saturday handed out a list of 'to-do' to the executive committee members of the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) with notable being 'free tickets for under-privileged school children' subject to approval from the Court.

The real Cannes star: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

The real Cannes star: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Rediff.com25 May 2017

While the media has been going into overdrive over red carpet appearances at Cannes, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has been quietly building a legacy.

Pak senate adopts resolution binding PM to attend its session

Pak senate adopts resolution binding PM to attend its session

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

Pakistan's senate has passed a resolution making it mandatory for Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to attend its session at least once a week after he failed to turn up since assuming the position last year.

Israel to roll out red carpet for Modi

Israel to roll out red carpet for Modi

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

No other foreign leader seems to have been extended such a warm welcome by an Israeli Prime Minister in the past few decades.

NE suffering from infiltration due to Congress policies: PM

NE suffering from infiltration due to Congress policies: PM

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

'You had earlier sent a Prime Minister from Assam (referring to Manmohan Singh) whom people do not even remember now'

Why Chelsea's Conte hates not being in Champions League

Why Chelsea's Conte hates not being in Champions League

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte hates not being in the Champions League and has made it his mission to ensure the Premier League leaders consistently qualify for Europe's elite competition.

Sridevi the eternal screen Goddess of Bollywood

Sridevi the eternal screen Goddess of Bollywood

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

Sridevi had updated her art to become more contemporary than current actors. She was new-age and yet vintage. By making the predictable so precious, she makes it a scene that could hold its head high anywhere in world cinema.

Pakistan police bust 'Taliban call centre'

Pakistan police bust 'Taliban call centre'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Police in Pakistan have busted an illegal telephone gateway exchange in Lahore, allegedly being operated by the Taliban to make ransom calls to families of persons kidnapped by them, including the sons of former premier Yusuf Raza Gilani and slain Punjab governor Salman Taseer.

US clears sale of Guardian drones to India

US clears sale of Guardian drones to India

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

In a late night statement, the White House said completion of these sales would increase bilateral defence trade to nearly USD 19 billion, supporting thousands of US jobs.

Wen visit: 34 Tibetan protestors detained

Wen visit: 34 Tibetan protestors detained

Rediff.com16 Dec 2010

The protesters claimed that the visiting leader has no right to talk about border issue.

Our prayers are answered, say Sreesanth's parents

Our prayers are answered, say Sreesanth's parents

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

Cricketer Shantakumaran Sreesanth's parents could not find enough words to express their elation as a Delhi court dropped all spot-fixing charges levelled against their son.

Sharif, Maryam provided 'B' class facilities in Adiala jail in Rawalpindi

Sharif, Maryam provided 'B' class facilities in Adiala jail in Rawalpindi

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

The National Accountability Bureau officials took Sharif, 68, and Maryam, 44, into custody in the Avenfield case, shortly after their arrival at Lahore airport from London via Abu Dhabi. They were flown to Islamabad on a special aircraft and then were taken to the Adiala Jail in separate armoured personnel carriers escorted by police convoys.

Parliament to get a facelift before Obama visit

Parliament to get a facelift before Obama visit

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

United States President Barack Obama will address a joint session of the Parliament on November 8 during his first state visit to the country and with less than a month to go preparations are in full swing to give the American premier a warm welcome.

The real Marouane Fellaini is finally standing up for Manchester United

The real Marouane Fellaini is finally standing up for Manchester United

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

Written off last season as a sub-standard misfit with a comical haircut, there are signs that Marouane Fellaini is finally beginning to feel comfortable in a red Manchester United shirt.

From labourer to IPL contract: Kashmiri 'Pandav' Manzoor's incredible journey

From labourer to IPL contract: Kashmiri 'Pandav' Manzoor's incredible journey

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

From working as a labourer on a daily wage of Rs 60 to fetching an Indian Premier League contract worth Rs 20 lakh, Jammu and Kashmir batsman Manzoor Dar has covered a distance more awe-inspiring than the 100-metre sixes he is known for.

PHOTOS: Nadal and Djokovic go sightseeing in Bangkok

PHOTOS: Nadal and Djokovic go sightseeing in Bangkok

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

Tennis titans Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic met with Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on Friday and visited the site of a deadly Bangkok bomb blast.

Adani group bids for IPL team

Adani group bids for IPL team

Rediff.com5 Mar 2010

Ahmedabad could soon have an Indian Premier League team of its own after it was confirmed that billionaire Gautam Adani-owned Adani Enterprises had submitted its bid to buy a new franchise. It is learnt that top corporate houses like Sahara Group, Videocon Enterprises, ICICI are among the other bidders, while guardians of the law of the game Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) are also in the running for the Pune franchise.

World Archery fires warning to Indian archery body...

World Archery fires warning to Indian archery body...

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

...Set house in order soon or Indian archers will compete under world body flag

Pak Finance Minister Shaukat Tarin resigns

Pak Finance Minister Shaukat Tarin resigns

Rediff.com23 Feb 2010

Pakistan's Finance Minister Shaukat Tarin resigned on Tuesday following months of strained relations with other members of the federal Cabinet, saying he was stepping down to focus on his private business interests.

Leave Nehru memorial complex undisturbed: Manmohan Singh writes to Modi

Leave Nehru memorial complex undisturbed: Manmohan Singh writes to Modi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

The letter comes amid reports of dedicating the Teen Murti complex in the memory of all ex-PMs.

Son of Dadri lynching victim shifted to Delhi army hospital

Son of Dadri lynching victim shifted to Delhi army hospital

Rediff.com10 Oct 2015

The 22-year-old was moved from Noida's Kailash Hospital, where he was being treated for the past 12 days.

Top 2 CBI officers 'divested of powers'; interim chief takes over

Top 2 CBI officers 'divested of powers'; interim chief takes over

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

After taking over on Tuesday night, Rao overhauled the team probing allegations of corruption against Asthana, bringing in completely new faces, officials said.

Thai police stage rare protest, demand right to fight back

Thai police stage rare protest, demand right to fight back

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

About 500 Thai police officials on Monday staged a rare protest to express their anger after dealing with months of violent anti-government protests and demanded the right to protect themselves instead of being left as "sitting ducks".

Start-ups milk the IPL cash cow again

Start-ups milk the IPL cash cow again

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

It is all about hitting the ball high and timing it right.

Modi tells IPL fans not to stay at Taj Hotels

Modi tells IPL fans not to stay at Taj Hotels

Rediff.com2 Mar 2010

Indian Premier League (IPL) has a rather surprising request for fans -- stay in hotels other than Taj Hotels run by top corporate house Tata, saying even the teams are not staying there. Arguably the most controversial cricket administrator IPL commissioner Lalit Modi, said in a post on micro-blogging social networking website Twitter that IPL is "not using Taj Hotels in any city."