News for 'President Musharraf'

R&AW's Big Success: Trapping Musharraf In Kargil War

R&AW's Big Success: Trapping Musharraf In Kargil War

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

'We caught General Pervez Musharraf talking over the phone with his Chief of General Staff Lieutenant General Mohammad Aziz. Musharraf was visiting China; Aziz was in Rawalpindi.'

'Pakistan Has Been Betraying Everyone'

'Pakistan Has Been Betraying Everyone'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

If Trump wants peace with Iran, Pakistan will offer to help. If Trump seeks Pakistan's aid to spy on Iran, then too Munir will not hesitate to chip in. At the same time, the ISI will not hesitate to tip off Iran now and then, points out M R Narayan Swamy.

Musharraf gave control of Pak's nukes to US: Ex-CIA officer

Musharraf gave control of Pak's nukes to US: Ex-CIA officer

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

'The United States loves working with dictators' 'Because then you don't have to worry about public opinion and you don't have to worry about the media anymore'

I'm going to kill that son of a....: Musharraf on AQ Khan's nuke leak

I'm going to kill that son of a....: Musharraf on AQ Khan's nuke leak

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

CIA director George Tenet personally briefed Musharraf that AQ Khan "was betraying Pakistan's nuclear secrets to at least the Libyans and maybe others," prompting an explosive reaction before Khan was placed under years-long house arrest.

Former Pakistan President Musharraf survives assassination bid

Former Pakistan President Musharraf survives assassination bid

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf, facing treason trial, had a narrow escape when a powerful bomb went off on a road near his farmhouse on the outskirts of the city shortly after his convoy had passed.

Why Afghanistan And Pakistan Are At War

Why Afghanistan And Pakistan Are At War

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Afghans have deep self-respect and are the last people to put up with humiliation. Is it any surprise that relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have touched an all-time low and the two countries are now at war? asks M R Narayan Swamy.

Pakistan's nuclear proliferation scared US, Russia: Report

Pakistan's nuclear proliferation scared US, Russia: Report

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Newly declassified documents from the United States National Security Archive have revealed that Pakistan's nuclear proliferation was a significant concern for both the US and Russia, with leaders expressing 'nervous' fears about the country's atomic stability.

'Hindus Voted Overwhelmingly For BNP'

'Hindus Voted Overwhelmingly For BNP'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

'Tarique Rahman's refrain during the electoral campaign was that the minorities are safe under BNP. He has to honour that promise.'

The Putin Visit: The US-Pakistan Connection

The Putin Visit: The US-Pakistan Connection

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Luckily for us, a Russia that is desperate to stay relevant in an emerging multipolar world finds in India a reliable geostrategic partner. The Russian proximity to India also keeps China from exploiting its economic dominance vis a vis Russia, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'Osama bin Laden escaped disguised as a woman'

'Osama bin Laden escaped disguised as a woman'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

In a key revelation, former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer John Kiriakou has said that Al Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden, who was the most wanted terrorist for the United States after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, had escaped from the Tora Bora hills in Afghanistan in the guise of a woman.

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'If the Trump administration could gain access to the nuclear weapons, they would be satisfied -- at least they could control them.'

When Zardari's Dream Of Peace With India Was Shattered

When Zardari's Dream Of Peace With India Was Shattered

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

According to Mr Babar, within four days of this interview the Mumbai terror attack was underway, bringing the two countries closest to war in years -- 'The warmongers shattered Zardari's dream of peace with India'.

Pak ex-prez Musharraf's UP land auctioned for Rs 1.38 cr

Pak ex-prez Musharraf's UP land auctioned for Rs 1.38 cr

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Baraut's sub-divisional magistrate Amar Verma confirmed Musharraf's grandfather lived in Kotana.

Musharraf's death: Bilawal changes Twitter profile picture to...

Musharraf's death: Bilawal changes Twitter profile picture to...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

After news about the demise of Pakistan's former president General Pervez Musharraf was confirmed, the country's Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Sunday changed his Twitter profile picture to a photograph of his mother Benazir Bhutto and the late Nawab Akbar Bugti, in whose murder the former military ruler was named.

'Act of war': Sharif raises Kashmir, Indus, Op Sindoor at UN

'Act of war': Sharif raises Kashmir, Indus, Op Sindoor at UN

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

In his address, Sharif praised US President Donald Trump, saying his "efforts for peace helped avert a ... war in South Asia".

Why Musharraf had Bugti killed

Why Musharraf had Bugti killed

Rediff.com30 Aug 2006

Musharraf has decided to quit, but...

Musharraf has decided to quit, but...

Rediff.com24 Jun 2008

Pakistan's embattled President Pervez Musharraf is seeking to step down if given indemnity for all his questionable actions under the Constitution.President Musharraf has decided to resign from his office after the lawyers' long march on June 13, where PML-N chief and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif had pledged to hold him accountable at all costs. Recently, PPP leader Asif Ali Zardari revealed that the future President would hail from his party.

How Musharraf Hoodwinked India

How Musharraf Hoodwinked India

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

The Musharraf episode in the recent history of the subcontinent has convinced many realists in India that the hope of establishing peace with Pakistan is like accepting a dinner invitation from cannibals and expecting to live to tell the tale, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Reciprocate Musharraf's flexibility: NC

Reciprocate Musharraf's flexibility: NC

Rediff.com10 Jan 2007

Abdullah said there was an urgent need to take steps which would provide relief to the people, like opening of more trans-LoC routes, simplifying travel procedure and starting of trade between the two sides of the Line of Control.

Musharraf accepts India's invitation

Musharraf accepts India's invitation

Rediff.com11 Mar 2005

No decision has yet been taken, however, on which match the general would witness.

Musharraf calls Karzai an Ostrich

Musharraf calls Karzai an Ostrich

Rediff.com27 Sep 2006

Zee chief meets Musharraf

Zee chief meets Musharraf

Rediff.com27 Aug 2005

Zee group Chief Subhash Chandra on Saturday met Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf and discussed the role media and entertainment industry can play in improving Indo-Pak relations.

Pervez Musharraf laid to rest in Karachi

Pervez Musharraf laid to rest in Karachi

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Several retired and serving military officers attend Pervez Musharraf's funeral prayers.

Musharraf's resignation Pakistan's internal matter

Musharraf's resignation Pakistan's internal matter

Rediff.com18 Aug 2008

External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Monday described the resignation of the Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf as an "internal matter" of that country. "It is an internal matter of Pakistan," Mukherjee said when reporters sought his reaction on the resignation of President Musharraf.

PPP will send Musharraf home: Zardari

PPP will send Musharraf home: Zardari

Rediff.com16 Jun 2008

With Pakistan Muslim League-N chief Nawaz Sharif sharpening his rhetoric against Pervez Musharraf, the ruling Pakistan People's Party said that it was waiting for an opportune moment to offer an exit to the embattled President."Pakistan People's Party will be the one that sends President Pervez Musharraf home," its co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari said on Sunday night. Zardari's comments came in the wake of a demand by his Sharif for Musharraf to be made accountable for actions.

Musharraf avoids addressing hostile parliament

Musharraf avoids addressing hostile parliament

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

The Pakistan People's Party-led coalition comprising Musharraf's opponents came to power after his ally Pakistan Muslim League-Qaid was routed in the February 18 election. But the former General, who is being sidelined by the new dispensation, has apparently decided to keep a distance from the Parliament by not convening a joint session, which he would have addressed.Under the previous government, Musharraf had addressed parliament once during its five-year term.

Musharraf to watch Delhi match

Musharraf to watch Delhi match

Rediff.com16 Mar 2005

Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf will watch the last one-dayer in the ongoing India-Pakistan cricket series in New Delhi on April 17.

When Musharraf chose Palestine over Kashmir

When Musharraf chose Palestine over Kashmir

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

Former Prime Minister Tony Blair was stumped for words when Pervez Musharraf asked him to resolve the Palestine issue instead of Kashmir during his visit to Islamabad in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.

Trump expresses 'keen interest' in trade pact with Pak, hails army chief

Trump expresses 'keen interest' in trade pact with Pak, hails army chief

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

In a statement after a meeting between Trump and Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir at the White House on Wednesday, the Inter-Services Public Relations -- the media wing of the Pakistan Army -- said they also discussed joint counterterrorism efforts.

Musharraf should resign: Chaudhry's counsel

Musharraf should resign: Chaudhry's counsel

Rediff.com22 Jul 2007

Lawyers now think that they are the watchdogs of the Constitution and judiciary.

Book reveals Musharraf's dual game

Book reveals Musharraf's dual game

Rediff.com13 Sep 2007

According to the book, Musharraf's crackdown on jihadi groups was only for the consumption of the media and the public. In reality, he had no intention to ban terrorist organisations or their activities in Pakistan.

Now, Trump credits 'very smart' leaders of India, Pak for ceasefire

Now, Trump credits 'very smart' leaders of India, Pak for ceasefire

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Two 'very smart' leaders of India and Pakistan decided to end last month's conflict that could have turned into a nuclear war, United States President Donald Trump said after holding a rare luncheon meeting with Pakistan army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir at the White House.

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Learning perhaps from the Kargil debacle, Musharraf tried hard to evolve as a statesman in his dealings with India, recalls Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Govt. invite to Musharraf expected

Govt. invite to Musharraf expected

Rediff.com8 Mar 2005

The BCCI expressed its desire to invite Pakistan President Musharraf for the second Test, at Kolkata.

Musharraf to be laid to rest in Karachi: Reports

Musharraf to be laid to rest in Karachi: Reports

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Pakistan's former military ruler General Pervez Musharraf's body will be laid to rest in Karachi, and will be brought back to the country on a special flight that will leave for Dubai on Monday, media reports said.

Bush slammed for support to Musharraf

Bush slammed for support to Musharraf

Rediff.com13 Jul 2007

Shays asked Boucher that if any of it is true, how does the United States justify continuing its "unconditional support" for Musharraf's government?

How Indo-Pak cricket thrived in Musharraf's rule

How Indo-Pak cricket thrived in Musharraf's rule

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Pervez Musharraf, the architect of the Kargil War in 1999, loved his cricket.

Musharraf investigating nuclear claims: US

Musharraf investigating nuclear claims: US

Rediff.com7 Jan 2004

Pakistan allegedly was the source of the centrifuge design technology in Libya's nuclear programme.