News for 'Refugee'

'A lot of Israeli soldiers will lose their lives'

'A lot of Israeli soldiers will lose their lives'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

'Hamas is going to be prepared. There will be booby traps and tunnels; it's going to be door to door fighting.'

Rohingyas not to be deported to Myanmar without due process: SC

Rohingyas not to be deported to Myanmar without due process: SC

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde said it is true that rights guaranteed under Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution are available to all the persons who may or may not be citizens but the right not to be deported, is "ancillary or concomitant" to the right to reside or settle in any part of India.

More than 1,800 Myanmar nationals take shelter in Mizoram

More than 1,800 Myanmar nationals take shelter in Mizoram

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

In a fresh influx from trouble-torn Myanmar, more than 1,800 people have reportedly crossed over to Mizoram in the past few days, state Home Minister Lalchamliana said.

'If the Taliban see my father, they could harm him'

'If the Taliban see my father, they could harm him'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

For Afghans in India, including medical tourists from the war-torn country as well as migrants and refugees staying here much longer, the safety of friends and families is the biggest concern - particularly for those linked to the now collapsed government or who have had work ties with the US.

SC directs TN to reconsider early release of Lankan in jail for 35 years

SC directs TN to reconsider early release of Lankan in jail for 35 years

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

The apex court, while noting that the petitioner intends to go back to Sri Lanka as and when he is released, directed that he shall be shifted to an appropriate transit camp as may be decided by the state.

Manipur withdraws 'no refuge for Myanmarese' order

Manipur withdraws 'no refuge for Myanmarese' order

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

The officer issued an advisory, saying the contents of the previous letter had been "misconstrued".

365 Days On, Ukraine Stands Up To Putin

365 Days On, Ukraine Stands Up To Putin

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Thousands of lives have been lost, large areas in Ukraine have been destroyed, but Vladimir Putin refuses to end a cruel and senseless war.

US in talks with Poland to send fighter jets to Ukraine: White House

US in talks with Poland to send fighter jets to Ukraine: White House

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

The spokesperson also said that they are figuring out the logistics as to how the aircraft would be transferred from Poland to Ukraine.

Jaishankar to brief political leaders on Afghanistan

Jaishankar to brief political leaders on Afghanistan

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will brief parliamentary leaders of various political parties on August 26 on the developments in war-torn Afghanistan.

How Odds Stack Up In 5 State Polls

How Odds Stack Up In 5 State Polls

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

What are the political equations, the challenges, and the threats?

Russian invasion forced over 500K people to flee Ukraine: UN

Russian invasion forced over 500K people to flee Ukraine: UN

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

More than 5,00,000 people have left Ukraine since the start of Russia's military operation and about 1,60,000 have become internally displaced, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths told the UN Security Council on Monday.

A Month Later, Ukrainians Won't Bow Down

A Month Later, Ukrainians Won't Bow Down

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the dogged Ukrainian resistance to the Russian invasion, which enters its first month today, March 24.

Turkey politics heats up over delay in post-quake rescue

Turkey politics heats up over delay in post-quake rescue

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

The confirmed death toll from the deadliest quake in the region in two decades stood at more than 24,000 across southern Turkey and northwest Syria four days after it hit.

Russian Missiles Hit Kyiv First Time Since April

Russian Missiles Hit Kyiv First Time Since April

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

According to one newspaper report, Tu-95 strategic bombers fired the missiles from the Caspian Sea, located more than 1,000 miles from the Ukrainian capital.

When Zelenskyy Met Ben Stiller

When Zelenskyy Met Ben Stiller

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Hollywood star Ben Stiller in Kyiv on Monday, June 20, 2022.

At UN, India supports Russia's 'fight against glorification of Nazism'

At UN, India supports Russia's 'fight against glorification of Nazism'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

Amid the spirited debate, the Third Committee of the United Nations General Assembly approved a draft resolution on combating the glorification of Nazism by a recorded vote of 105 in favour to 52 against, with 15 abstentions.

Amid US grounding, IAFs Chinooks operating as usual

Amid US grounding, IAFs Chinooks operating as usual

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

The US grounded the entire fleet of the Chinooks over fuel leaks that caused a "small number" of engine fires.

'Busy with Karnataka, BJP did not pay heed to Manipur'

'Busy with Karnataka, BJP did not pay heed to Manipur'

Rediff.com8 May 2023

'As soon as the violence broke out, they should have stepped in and sent a message that the state is there to stop this violence.' 'Had they done it right there, the situation would not have gone out of control.'

Amit Shah announces judicial probe, peace panel to resolve Manipur crisis

Amit Shah announces judicial probe, peace panel to resolve Manipur crisis

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

"Dialogue is the only solution to the ongoing crisis in Manipur," Shah said.

'China respects only power'

'China respects only power'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

He claimed China has a policy of keeping "hot spots like Taiwan, South China Sea and Tawang burning" in order to divert attention to its own failings.

Taliban publicly cut off hands of 4 people over theft charges

Taliban publicly cut off hands of 4 people over theft charges

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

Despite international condemnation, the Taliban has resumed the flogging and the public execution of criminals following a decree by the hard-liners' supreme leader.

May You Find What You Seek

May You Find What You Seek

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

Afghans, who fled their homes in Afghanistan for fear of the dreaded Taliban, seek refuge in hopefully a friendlier world.

Meet AMAL, the GIANT PUPPET

Meet AMAL, the GIANT PUPPET

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

In order to bring international attention to the plight of displaced children across the globe, the Good Chance theatre based in the UK and the Handspring Puppet Company in South Africa created a giant puppet depicting Amal.

CAA will be implemented after Covid vaccination: Shah

CAA will be implemented after Covid vaccination: Shah

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

Shah said Banerjee will not be in a position to oppose the implementation of the CAA as she will cease to be the chief minister after the assembly polls likely in April-May this year.

Taliban 2.0: The PLIGHT of WOMEN

Taliban 2.0: The PLIGHT of WOMEN

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

Their leaders in the provinces, which have been under the control of Taliban commanders for several months now, speak the language of the bigot. Women are known to have been abducted and enslaved. Several young girls have simply disappeared.

Rahul capable to be PM, no 3rd front without Cong: Sanjay Raut

Rahul capable to be PM, no 3rd front without Cong: Sanjay Raut

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

He said the purpose of Gandhi's Yatra from Kanyakumari to Kashmir is to remove the hatred and fear and not to unite the opposition parties under the banner of his party.

Ali takes only a minute to win first female pro fight in Saudi

Ali takes only a minute to win first female pro fight in Saudi

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

British-Somali super-bantamweight Ramla Ali took little more than a minute on Saturday to win the first sanctioned female professional boxing bout held in Saudi Arabia.

Olympics row deepens as 35 countries demand ban for Russia and Belarus

Olympics row deepens as 35 countries demand ban for Russia and Belarus

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

IOC is desperate to avoid the sporting event being torn asunder by the bloody conflict unfolding in Ukraine.

AltNews' Pratik-Zubair, Harsh Mander on Nobel Peace Prize shortlist

AltNews' Pratik-Zubair, Harsh Mander on Nobel Peace Prize shortlist

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

Co-founders of fact-checking website AltNews Pratik Sinha and Mohammed Zubair and Indian author Harsh Mander are among the favourites to win this year's Nobel Peace Prize, according to shortlists released ahead of the announcement.

Confusion over border worsened Partition violence

Confusion over border worsened Partition violence

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

While West Punjab became part of West Pakistan, East Punjab was given to India, and Bengal's division saw a large swathe of its eastern territory forming part of East Pakistan.

'The situation in Manipur is hopeless'

'The situation in Manipur is hopeless'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'The central government forces are supporting one group and the state government forces are supporting another group and this is resulting in non-stop cross-firing, which has resulted in the killing of many innocent people.'

54 dead in Manipur violence; govt appeals for calm

54 dead in Manipur violence; govt appeals for calm

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Security presence which has been bolstered by flying in more army troops and rapid action force and central police forces was clearly visible at all major areas and roads.

H-1B, L-1 visa fees to be hiked massively

H-1B, L-1 visa fees to be hiked massively

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

The Biden administration has proposed a massive hike in immigration fees, including the much sought-after H-1B visas for high-skilled foreign workers, which is very popular among Indian tech professionals. Under the proposed rule, published by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on Wednesday, the application for the H-1B visa increases from $460 to $780, and L-1 from $460 to $1,385. The application fee for O-1 visas has been proposed to increase from $460 to $1,055.

Complaint against Israeli filmmaker over 'Kashmir Files vulgar' remark

Complaint against Israeli filmmaker over 'Kashmir Files vulgar' remark

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The Kashmir Files, which polarised opinions following its release in March and went on to become a blockbuster hit, was screened at IFFI on November 22 as part of the Indian panorama section.

Over 1000 Myanmarese cross over to Mizoram since coup

Over 1000 Myanmarese cross over to Mizoram since coup

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Mizoram shares a 510 km long porous border with Myanmar's Chin state and most of the Myanmarese nationals who have taken refuge in the state belong to the Chin, also known as the Zo, community. They share the same ancestry and culture as the Mizos of Mizoram.

Afghan protestors outside UNHCR office can be Covid super spreaders: HC

Afghan protestors outside UNHCR office can be Covid super spreaders: HC

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The Delhi high court on Wednesday expressed concern over a large gathering of Afghan nationals protesting outside the UNHCR office and seeking refugee status, saying it could act as a super spreader of coronavirus as there is lack of adherence to Covid-19 appropriate norms.

Murray to donate prize money to Ukrainian kids

Murray to donate prize money to Ukrainian kids

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Former world number one Andy Murray said he would donate his prize money won from tennis tournaments in 2022 towards aid efforts for children affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

'1962 War Broke Nehru'

'1962 War Broke Nehru'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

'The war of 1962 exposed the hollow intellectual foundations of Nehruvian foreign policy, especially vis-a-vis China and that is why it was such a shock.'

India in danger of becoming Hindu nationalist State: US Congressman

India in danger of becoming Hindu nationalist State: US Congressman

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

'I am a lover of Hinduism, a lover of Jainism, Buddhism and other religions that were born in India, but we need to protect the rights of all people there. Whether they're Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, Jews, Christians, Jains'

Persecuted minorities from Pak can practise medicine in India

Persecuted minorities from Pak can practise medicine in India

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

According to the UMEB, the applicant must possess a valid medical qualification and must have practised medicine in Pakistan prior to his migration to India.