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Pak-based terror groups named in BRICS declaration for first time

Pak-based terror groups named in BRICS declaration for first time

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

The BRICS also called upon all nations to adopt a comprehensive approach in combating terrorism including countering radicalisation and blocking terror financing sources.

Arnab can use tagline 'Nation wants to know': HC

Arnab can use tagline 'Nation wants to know': HC

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

The high court noted in its order that Bennett Coleman and Co Ltd, which has filed a suit against Goswami or ARG Outlier Media Pvt Ltd, which owns Republic TV, has submitted that the journalist is free to use the same as part of his speech/presentation of any news channel.

Haath Se Haath Jodo: Congress' Next Move

Haath Se Haath Jodo: Congress' Next Move

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

To highlight alleged misgovernance by the present regime, its first nationwide campaign ahead of the 2024 parliamentary elections.

PFI leader held in hate sloganeering case in Kerala

PFI leader held in hate sloganeering case in Kerala

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Thangal was taken into custody as he was one of the organisers of the event where the slogans were allegedly raised.

Will let you know: Foreign secy on possible Modi-Xi meet at SCO

Will let you know: Foreign secy on possible Modi-Xi meet at SCO

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Modi is also expected to hold bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the summit, including with Putin, and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev among other leaders.

The Power of China's 'Princelings'

The Power of China's 'Princelings'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

Two elderly Chinese aerospace experts are hospitalised after a violent attack by a 'Princeling', states Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RA&W officer, highlighting the power the 'Princelings' ironically hold in the Communist People's Republic.

Second batch of foreign envoys tours Kashmir

Second batch of foreign envoys tours Kashmir

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

The fresh batch of diplomats also includes EU representatives, and their participation assumes significance as the EU Parliament recently initiated to bring a joint draft resolution on the Citizenship Amendment Act and Kashmir, the vote on which was later deferred.

Prophet remark: 3 countries summon Indian envoys; outrage in Gulf

Prophet remark: 3 countries summon Indian envoys; outrage in Gulf

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Qatar, Iran and Kuwait on Sunday summoned India's Ambassadors and the key Gulf nations expressed their strong protest and condemnation of the controversial remarks of a BJP leader against Prophet Muhammad.

'Taiwan has always been a target of intimidation by China'

'Taiwan has always been a target of intimidation by China'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

'If the situation deteriorates and there is further escalation, the USA is in preparedness.'

Hate sloganeering: PFI leader sent to jail; police book him in another case

Hate sloganeering: PFI leader sent to jail; police book him in another case

Rediff.com30 May 2022

A senior police officer of the district confirmed that Yahya Thangal has been sent to judicial custody in the case by a district court in Alappuzha for 14 days.

Now Tejashwi projects Nitish as strong PM candidate, seeks Oppn consent

Now Tejashwi projects Nitish as strong PM candidate, seeks Oppn consent

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

The RJD leader said the coming to power of the Mahagathbandhan government with the JD-U, the RJD, the Congress and other parties uniting "augurs well for opposition unity".

Pro-Khalistani supporters vandalise Indian embassy in Rome

Pro-Khalistani supporters vandalise Indian embassy in Rome

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

The Indian government has been constantly raising its concerns with the Italian authorities and had done so recently as well in view of Republic Day, sources said.

Ex-BARC CEO played 'vital role' in TRP scam: Court

Ex-BARC CEO played 'vital role' in TRP scam: Court

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

The material collected by the investigating officer shows that Dasgupta manipulated TRP for particular channels by using his office as the CEO of BARC, the court observed.

PIX: Footballers forced to sleep on airport floor

PIX: Footballers forced to sleep on airport floor

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

Aubameyang used social media to highlight their plight after arriving at Banjul airport on Sunday, ahead of Monday's Group D clash in the Gambian capital.

Offer to suspend farm laws still stands: PM at all-party meet

Offer to suspend farm laws still stands: PM at all-party meet

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Modi told the leaders that Tomar was just a phone call away for protesting farmers and the agriculture minister had conveyed the same to farmer leaders earlier this month.

Why Caste Violence Is On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Why Caste Violence Is On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Tamil Nadu is the celebrated home of the 'social justice' movement in the country, yet caste differences and violence has only been increasing in numbers and becoming more brutal in recent years, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

How the Jawa bike was driven back to its Czech homeland

How the Jawa bike was driven back to its Czech homeland

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

When Jawa Motorcycles owner Jiri Gerle sold the legendary but defunct brand to Classic Legends (part-owned by Mahindra & Mahindra), he had one request to the new owners: Please do bring the brand back to its homeland -- the Czech Republic.

Taiwan Prez seeks international help as China steps up military drills

Taiwan Prez seeks international help as China steps up military drills

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

Taiwan says it detected multiple Chinese aircraft and naval vessels taking part in military drills around the Taiwan Strait on Saturday, in what could be a possible simulated attack against the island.

Change in Qaeda magazine's name suggests shift of focus on Kashmir: UN

Change in Qaeda magazine's name suggests shift of focus on Kashmir: UN

Rediff.com30 May 2022

A change in the name of the Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) magazine 'suggests a refocusing' of the terror group from Afghanistan to Kashmir, a United Nations report has said.

Padma Vibhushan for Rajnikanth, Sri Sri, Dhirubhai

Padma Vibhushan for Rajnikanth, Sri Sri, Dhirubhai

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

The list of the prestigious Padma Awards 2016 awardees is out and superstar Rajnikanth is set to be honoured with the nation's second highest civilian award, the Padma Vibhushan.

'Associate' of Sena MLA who took on Arnab sent to ED custody

'Associate' of Sena MLA who took on Arnab sent to ED custody

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Chandole was arrested by the ED on late Wednesday night under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in a case against a security service provider company and others.

Delhi HC to hear Bollywood producers' plea to restrain TV channels on Monday

Delhi HC to hear Bollywood producers' plea to restrain TV channels on Monday

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

The Delhi high court will hear on Monday a plea by leading Bollywood producers seeking to restrain Republic TV and Times Now from making or publishing allegedly "irresponsible, derogatory and defamatory remarks" against the film industry and conducting media trials against its members on various issues. The lawsuit by four Bollywood industry associations and 34 leading producers, which was filed on October 12, will come up for hearing before Justice Rajiv Shakdher.

Has Russia's invasion of Ukraine stalled? UK's defence ministry thinks so

Has Russia's invasion of Ukraine stalled? UK's defence ministry thinks so

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

Russian forces have made minimal progress on land, sea or air in recent days and they continue to suffer heavy losses, the UK's ministry of defence said on Thursday.

China Is Net Gainer In Ukraine War

China Is Net Gainer In Ukraine War

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

The unalloyed truth about the Ukraine-Russia conflict is that it is a war that Russia cannot lose and Ukraine cannot win, observes Colonel Anil Athale (retd).

Jallikattu Verdict A Victory For Tamil Youth Power

Jallikattu Verdict A Victory For Tamil Youth Power

Rediff.com22 May 2023

They just wanted their angst noticed, and as a symbol of recognition, Jallikattu, restored without the annual ritual of court cases and adjournments, explains N Sathya Moorthy.

Homophobic banner at Budapest Euro match

Homophobic banner at Budapest Euro match

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

The anti-discrimination group Fare has sent a report to UEFA and discussed the matter with officials.

Foreign ministers of India, China, Russia to meet in Moscow

Foreign ministers of India, China, Russia to meet in Moscow

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is in Moscow on a four-day visit to attend the meeting of foreign ministers of the SCO of which both India and China are members.

Will Iranian Women Bring Down The Ayatollahs?

Will Iranian Women Bring Down The Ayatollahs?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Mahsa Amini's tragic custodial death in Tehran has triggered protests across Iran. Defiant, jean clad women minus their tunics and hijabs are marching in unison and shouting 'Down with the dictator' Women in Iran have been pushed to the wall and are no longer willing to abide by the restrictions placed on them, explains Rashme Sehgal.

Prophet remark: Qatar, Kuwait summon Indian envoys amid Naidu' Doha visit

Prophet remark: Qatar, Kuwait summon Indian envoys amid Naidu' Doha visit

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

The spokesperson said that Indian ambassador to Qatar Deepak Mittal had a meeting in the foreign office in which concerns were raised with regard to some offensive tweets by individuals in India denigrating the religious personality.

Bollywood producers plea: HC extends interim order

Bollywood producers plea: HC extends interim order

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Justice Rajiv Shakdher, who was hearing a plea by Bollywood producers seeking to restrain them from making irresponsible remarks, listed the matter before the Joint registrar for January 18 for completion of pleadings and admission/denial of documents.

Anil Ambani, Vinod Adani, Sachin Tendulkar, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw named in Pandora Papers

Anil Ambani, Vinod Adani, Sachin Tendulkar, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw named in Pandora Papers

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

"Tendulkar's attorney said the cricket player's investment is legitimate and has been declared to tax authorities. Shakira's attorney said the singer declared her companies, which the attorney said do not provide tax advantages. Schiffer's representatives said the supermodel correctly pays her taxes in the UK, where she lives," it notes.

China slaps sanctions on Pelosi, family for Taiwan visit

China slaps sanctions on Pelosi, family for Taiwan visit

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

China on Friday announced sanctions on US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her immediate family members for her visit to Taiwan this week, disregarding the strident warnings from Beijing, asserting that it violated China's sovereignty and the "One China policy".

What if LTTE's Prabhakaran were alive...

What if LTTE's Prabhakaran were alive...

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

The Indian authorities have to reconfirm that Prabhakaran is dead. It may require seeking assistance from Interpol and also involve the re-opening of the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, and more so, the investigations, formally or otherwise, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

How Modi Restored Dignity Of Padma Awards

How Modi Restored Dignity Of Padma Awards

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

No longer, Virendra Kapoor points out, are these awards given on the recommendation of ministers, or the Delhi-based liaison men who had ruled the roast till 2014.

22-yr-old activist arrested for sharing 'toolkit' with Greta Thunberg

22-yr-old activist arrested for sharing 'toolkit' with Greta Thunberg

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

The Delhi Police claimed that Disha Ravi, who was arrested by a Cyber Cell team of the force on Saturday, was an editor of the 'toolkit Google doc' and 'key conspirator' in the document's formulation and dissemination.

Minorities, women under constant attack: Sonia slams Modi govt

Minorities, women under constant attack: Sonia slams Modi govt

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Gandhi claimed that authoritarian tendencies are becoming clearer, with the erosion of fundamental rights being accompanied by a narrow imposition of conformity and obedience from dutiful citizens. voters polarised for electoral gains

COVID effect: No motorcycle stunts at R-Day parade this year

COVID effect: No motorcycle stunts at R-Day parade this year

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

The spectator size too has been reduced to 25,000, officials said.

'Virus has made BJP's politics defensive'

'Virus has made BJP's politics defensive'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

'Someone who has lost a dear one to Covid; that person is not going to forget and will not vote for the BJP.'

TRP scam: Ex-BARC CEO Partho Dasgupta gets bail

TRP scam: Ex-BARC CEO Partho Dasgupta gets bail

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

After spending over two months in jail in the alleged TRP rigging scam, ex-Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) CEO Partho Dasgupta was given bail on Tuesday by the Bombay high court which said his detention was not necessary and there was no propriety in keeping him behind bars.

Shri Nivetha, Esha, Ruchita win gold in women's 10m air pistol

Shri Nivetha, Esha, Ruchita win gold in women's 10m air pistol

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

ASBC Asian Youth & Junior Boxing Championships: Krrish Pal registers win in 1st round