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India fumes over Lakhvi's release; summons Pak envoy

India fumes over Lakhvi's release; summons Pak envoy

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

India on Friday blamed Pakistan for an Islamabad court ordering release of Mumbai terror attack mastermind Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, saying Islamabad did not produce the evidence against him despite having enough of it.

London set to begin night Tube services

London set to begin night Tube services

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Night Tube services are expected to add 6.4 billion pounds to the London economy by 2030, creating 500,000 jobs

Pakistan batting great Hanif Mohammad passes away

Pakistan batting great Hanif Mohammad passes away

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

Pakistan's legendary former captain and batsman Hanif Mohammad, who held the record for the longest innings in Test cricket, passed away on Thursday after a prolonged battle with lung cancer. A spokesman for the Aga Khan Hospital, where he was being treated, confirmed that Hanif passed away at the age of 81.

Kalam's family has quiet remembrance prayer

Kalam's family has quiet remembrance prayer

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

At President Kalam's Rameswaram home, his family hold a prayer ceremony of the eve of his first death anniversary.

Pakistan asks India to send 24 witnesses to depose in 26/11 trial

Pakistan asks India to send 24 witnesses to depose in 26/11 trial

Rediff.com6 Mar 2016

"The foreign ministry has written to the Indian government asking it to send all 24 Indian witnesses to Pakistan for recording statements in the trial court in the Mumbai attack case," Prosecution Chief Chaudhry Azhar said.

London looks amazing thanks to UK's biggest light festival

London looks amazing thanks to UK's biggest light festival

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

London has been spectacularly lit up as the Lumiere festival returns to the capital. The city's largest light festival, commissioned by Mayor of London Sadiq Khan and produced by Artichoke, started on January 18 and will continue till January 21. Here are some of the highlights from the festival.

US, UK ask Pakistan to hand over Lakhvi to India

US, UK ask Pakistan to hand over Lakhvi to India

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

The United States and the United Kingdom have asked Pakistan to hand over Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, the mastermind of the 2008 Mumbai attack, to India to improve bilateral ties or to them for his 'independent trial'.

Pakistan withdraws security of prosecution chief in 26/11 case

Pakistan withdraws security of prosecution chief in 26/11 case

Rediff.com21 Feb 2016

The government has given no reason regarding withdrawing of the security of Chaudhry Azhar, who is also a special prosecutor of the Federal Investigation Agency.

2 get death in Hyd twin blast case, lifer for one

2 get death in Hyd twin blast case, lifer for one

Rediff.com11 Sep 2018

The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on each of them over different counts.

'Can't use Lakhvi's voice sample as evidence in 26/11 trial'

'Can't use Lakhvi's voice sample as evidence in 26/11 trial'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

There is no law in Pakistan to prove its authenticity, a top prosecutor in the case

'5 SIMI men planning terror attacks on behalf of ISI'

'5 SIMI men planning terror attacks on behalf of ISI'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

High alert has been sounded across India that five members of the banned Students Islamic Movement of India, who had fled from a Madhya Pradesh jail in 2013, are planning to carry out terror strikes on instructions of Pakistan's spy agency Directorate for Inter-Services Intelligence.

Re-investigate 26/11 case, put Saeed on trial: India tells Pak

Re-investigate 26/11 case, put Saeed on trial: India tells Pak

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

India has made a fresh demand in a reply to Pakistan's request to send 24 Indian witnesses to record their statements in the case

London tops Global Power City Index; Mumbai 39th

London tops Global Power City Index; Mumbai 39th

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

The report ranks 42 major cities of the world across six key measures of economy, research and development, culture, accessibility, environment and livability

Mumbai attacks case: 2 Pak bank executives record statements

Mumbai attacks case: 2 Pak bank executives record statements

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

One of the alleged lashkar-e-Tayiba trainers involved in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks used to frequently get money transfers into his account, two Pakistani bank executives told an anti-terrorism court on Wednesday.

Pak anti-terror court summons 7 witnesses in 26/11 case

Pak anti-terror court summons 7 witnesses in 26/11 case

Rediff.com20 May 2015

A Pakistani anti-terrorism court holding the trial of the seven Mumbai attack accused, including mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, on Wednesday summoned seven witnesses for the next hearing after the case record was finally submitted to it.

26/11 probe: Lakhvi challenges legality of Pak commission to India

26/11 probe: Lakhvi challenges legality of Pak commission to India

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

The commission in 2012 had recorded the statement of these witnesses but due to an 'official understanding' between the Pakistani and Indian governments, had not cross-examined them.

Why EC awarded 'cycle' to Akhilesh

Why EC awarded 'cycle' to Akhilesh

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

The decision of Mulayam not to dispute the numerical strength claimed by Akhilesh enabled the Election Commission deliver the final verdict in the case after a single hearing.

Lakhvi claims foreign intel agency, Taliban want him dead

Lakhvi claims foreign intel agency, Taliban want him dead

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Lashkar-e-Tayiba operations commander Zaki-ur Rehman Lakhvi, the mastermind of 2008 Mumbai terror attack, has pleaded before an Anti-Terrorism Court to exempt him from appearing in the court, citing alleged security threat.

4 held in Indore under NSA for attacking health workers

4 held in Indore under NSA for attacking health workers

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

Under the NSA, people can be detained without a charge for up to 12 months if the authorities are satisfied that the person is a threat to the national security or law and order.

Lakhvi challenges detention in Lahore High Court

Lakhvi challenges detention in Lahore High Court

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

LeT operations commander and Mumbai attack mastermind Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi on Thursday challenged his detention under a public security order.

Extinction Rebellion: Climate protests rock the world

Extinction Rebellion: Climate protests rock the world

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

In the face of climate disaster, a new environmental movement by the name of Extinction Rebellion has risen up, and they will make sure you hear their plea -- 'To governments of the world: we declared a climate and ecological emergency. You did not do enough. To everybody else: rebel' The environmental group, which was founded in the United Kingdom, has planned a large coordinated movement -- called International Rebellion -- in more than 60 global cities. Demonstrators blocked roads and bridges leading to the Palace of Westminster in central London. They staged a "die-in" in Wellington, New Zealand. They obstructed a major roundabout in Berlin and splattered fake blood on Wall Street's "Charging Bull" sculpture. Here are some of the most powerful images from the movement.

26/11 mastermind Lakhvi gets bail, but to remain in jail

26/11 mastermind Lakhvi gets bail, but to remain in jail

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

An Islamabad court on Friday granted bail to Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, the mastermind of 2008 Mumbai terror attack, in a six-year kidnapping case.

Nipah virus claims 1 more life in Kerala, toll rises to 11

Nipah virus claims 1 more life in Kerala, toll rises to 11

Rediff.com24 May 2018

There are totally 14 Nipah confirmed cases, of whom 11 have so far lost their lives.

Pak govt gets Lakhvi's bail order copy, but will appeal 2 weeks later

Pak govt gets Lakhvi's bail order copy, but will appeal 2 weeks later

Rediff.com27 Dec 2014

Pakistan government is all set to challenge the bail to Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, the key planner of 2008 Mumbai attacks, after getting a copy of the court's order, the chief prosecutor in the 26/11 case said on Saturday.

Lakhvi challenges detention in Pak high court

Lakhvi challenges detention in Pak high court

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, the key planner of 2008 Mumbai attacks, on Friday challenged his detention under a public security order in the high court here after the Pakistan government rejected his plea seeking release.

26/11 case: Lakhvi won't have to appear in person

26/11 case: Lakhvi won't have to appear in person

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

The trial court has exempted Lakhvi from in person appearance in the court on security grounds.

2 Indians among 26 killed in suicide attack in Kuwait mosque

2 Indians among 26 killed in suicide attack in Kuwait mosque

Rediff.com28 Jun 2015

Both the victims -- Rizwan Husain, 31, and Ibne Abbas, 25, -- were taking part in the prayers when they died.

'Kasab is alive!' Witness claims in Pakistani court

'Kasab is alive!' Witness claims in Pakistani court

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

"Mudassir Lakhvi, the headmaster of a primary school in Faridkot, where Ajmal Kasab studied for three years told the court that he taught Kasab and he is alive," a court official said on Thursday.

26/11 attack: Pak sacks chief prosecutor for 'not toeing govt line'

26/11 attack: Pak sacks chief prosecutor for 'not toeing govt line'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2018

The Mumbai attack case has entered into the 10th year but none of its suspects in Pakistan has been punished yet.

UK: Voting begins in bitter Labour leader contest

UK: Voting begins in bitter Labour leader contest

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Ballot papers were posted out as voting opened on Monday to decide if veteran leftist Jeremy Corbyn will remain the head of UK's Opposition Labour party, amid deep divisions within the 116-year-old organisation over the leadership challenge triggered by the 'Brexit' vote in June.

Afghanistan thrash Bangladesh by 32 runs

Afghanistan thrash Bangladesh by 32 runs

Rediff.com1 Mar 2014

Afghanistan notched up their first major win against a Test playing nation as they produced an all-round performance to script an upset 32-run victory over Bangladesh in their Asia Cup match in Fatullah on Saturday.

Trump: Vows to protect US & allies from vile enemy

Trump: Vows to protect US & allies from vile enemy

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

"I will do what is necessary to prevent this threat from spreading to our shores and work every single day to protect the safety and security of our country, our communities and our people," announced US President Donald Trump in his first official statement on the latest London attacks.

Muslim leaders suffering from inferiority complex: Pak SC judge

Muslim leaders suffering from inferiority complex: Pak SC judge

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Leaders of Muslim world are suffering from an "acute inferiority complex", which stems from the "legacy of the colonial era", Justice Muhammed Al-Ghazali of Supreme Court of Pakistan said.

'Scrapping Art 370 will not stand SC scrutiny'

'Scrapping Art 370 will not stand SC scrutiny'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2020

'Our confidence has been strengthened by the fact that the Supreme Court has decided to examine the Constitutional validity of all that has been done on August 5.' 'That in itself is an achievement because the Supreme Court could have very well said you don't have a case at all.' 'The very fact that the honourable court has decided to admit it for regular hearing, and refer it to a Constitutional bench, tells us that the Supreme Court has found merit in our case.'

Wanted Hizbul terrorist apprehended from Indo-Nepal border

Wanted Hizbul terrorist apprehended from Indo-Nepal border

Rediff.com14 May 2017

Ahmed was residing in Pakistan since September, 2003. He was involved in many violent attacks against civilians and security forces including an attack on a STF (special task force) camp.

How India's Under-17 World Cup campaign ended in agony

How India's Under-17 World Cup campaign ended in agony

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

India ended their campaign in the FIFA Under-17 World Cup when they went down 0-4 to a superior and physical Ghana in their third Group A match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in the Capital in New Delhi on Thursday.

10 years later, 26/11 trial continues to drag in Pak court

10 years later, 26/11 trial continues to drag in Pak court

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

The case is being tried in the Anti-Terrorism Court since 2009. There has hardly been any case in any ATC in Pakistan that is pending for over nine years.

Uber loses its licence to operate in London

Uber loses its licence to operate in London

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

The taxi-hailing company said it will challenge the decision, which shows the world that "far from being open, London is closed to innovative companies".

26/11 mastermind Lakhvi to be charged for abetment to murder

26/11 mastermind Lakhvi to be charged for abetment to murder

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Lashkar-e-Tayiba operations commander Zaki-ur Rehman Lakhvi and six others accused in the 2008 Mumbai attack case will be individually charged for the abetment to murder

Pak parliament passes amendment bills to form military courts

Pak parliament passes amendment bills to form military courts

Rediff.com6 Jan 2015

Pakistan's parliament on Tuesday overwhelmingly passed two key bills aimed at setting up military courts for the speedy trial of "hardcore terrorists" in the aftermath of the Peshawar school massacre by Taliban.