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China, US hold military-level talks over Afghanistan

China, US hold military-level talks over Afghanistan

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

Deputy director for the People's Liberation Army Office for International Military Cooperation Major General Huang Xueping held a video conference with his US counterpart Michael Chase last week.

Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb is heartful embrace of diversity: HC

Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb is heartful embrace of diversity: HC

Rediff.com25 May 2022

The Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb is not mere tolerance of differences but heartful embracement of diversity, the Allahabad high court has observed while granting bail to an accused in a case of mob violence.

India summons Pak diplomat, seeks quick trial in 26/11 case

India summons Pak diplomat, seeks quick trial in 26/11 case

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

India on Friday summoned a senior diplomat of the Pakistani high commission on the 13th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, and pressed for an expeditious trial in the case, saying the families of 166 victims from 15 countries are still awaiting closure.

India must keep a close eye on Nepal after Prachanda's takeover: Experts

India must keep a close eye on Nepal after Prachanda's takeover: Experts

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Former Nepalese foreign minister Ramesh Nath Pandey observed that the current situation is not encouraging for India-Nepal ties, saying the "present leaders" created irritants in the relationship in the past.

Ranji: Ignored for Aus Tests, Sarfaraz hits another ton

Ranji: Ignored for Aus Tests, Sarfaraz hits another ton

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

A round-up of the first day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country, on Tuesday.

Amid LAC standoff, India, Russia hold naval drills

Amid LAC standoff, India, Russia hold naval drills

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

A wide spectrum of drills including surface and anti-aircraft drills, helicopter operations, maneuvers and cross-deck flying was carried out for the second consecutive day as part of the 11th edition of the biennial Indo-Russian exercise Indra Navy.

How India Can Tackle Security Challenges

How India Can Tackle Security Challenges

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

India has the ability in all respects to be a great power and address our security challenges in the best national interests, says Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

LOVE. FUN. TENSION.

LOVE. FUN. TENSION.

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

A love triangle between reality and imagination? A courtroom turned into a reality television? Animation, satire or science-fiction? What would you like to watch on OTT this week?

Indians Star In World's Toughest Race

Indians Star In World's Toughest Race

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Race Across America -- which spans a little over 3,000 miles, from the west coast of the US to its east -- is often called the toughest race in the world. Indian cyclists are now returning multiple finishes at RAAM including podium positions within age categories, discovers Shyam G Menon.

Turkey: Between Two Worlds

Turkey: Between Two Worlds

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

The splendid rock figures around Cappadocia and the silent, eternal ruins of Ephesus made a trip to Turkey even more memorable.

T20 WC Final: History favours Pakistan, form is with England

T20 WC Final: History favours Pakistan, form is with England

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

But just like everyone wants a slice of '92 from Babar's team, the core of this current English team also has a date with history

US military to stand with India, hints White House chief of staff

US military to stand with India, hints White House chief of staff

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

"The message is clear. We're not going to stand by and let China or anyone else take the reins in terms of being the most powerful, dominant force, whether it's in that region or over here," White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows told Fox News.

A 'force for global good,' says Modi at Quad summit

A 'force for global good,' says Modi at Quad summit

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

India, Australia, Japan and the US on Friday pledged to work together for ensuring peace and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific and the world, as top leaders of the Quad grouping announced a slew of new initiatives to take on common challenges, amidst muscle flexing by an assertive China in the strategic region.

Drama. Romance. Whodunits: On OTT This Week

Drama. Romance. Whodunits: On OTT This Week

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

Sukanya Verma lists out everything you can catch on OTT this week.

Astounding Images from Sony World Photography Awards 2022

Astounding Images from Sony World Photography Awards 2022

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Over 340,000 images from 211 territories were submitted to the Sony World Photography Awards 2022 and over 156,000 were entered into the Professional competition - the highest number of entries in the history of the Awards.

US won't return spy balloon debris to China; Beijing says...

US won't return spy balloon debris to China; Beijing says...

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

The US military has intensified its efforts to collect the remnants of the high-altitude surveillance balloon from China that floated over the United States over several days last week from Montana to South Carolina.

Where Indian Army Scores Over PLA

Where Indian Army Scores Over PLA

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

In the confrontation in Doklam, where Indian and Chinese soldiers were lined up eyeball-to-eyeball, senior Indian commanders recount they could sense the uncertainty in the Chinese. While Indian soldiers had to be restrained from pushing the Chinese troops back, our chief interpreter heard the Chinese officers threatening to open fire on PLA soldiers who wavered or withdrew, reveals Ajai Shukla.

Wanted: Aircraft Carrier To Confront China

Wanted: Aircraft Carrier To Confront China

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

In New Delhi's corridors of power, debate continues on whether the navy even needs a third aircraft carrier.

Formula One cancels 2022 Russian Grand Prix

Formula One cancels 2022 Russian Grand Prix

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Russia launched an all-out invasion of Ukraine by land, sea and air on Thursday.

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Hemant Shivsaran lists the number of projects the Modi government has announced since August to woo Gujarat voters.

PHOTOS: India's 2nd Kalvari class submarine INS Khanderi

PHOTOS: India's 2nd Kalvari class submarine INS Khanderi

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

Here are the glimpses of the submarine.

Has navy inducted INS Khanderi with several defects?

Has navy inducted INS Khanderi with several defects?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

There were 35 defects that still remained to be resolved. Of these, 29 could not have been resolved during the monsoon since they required testing in absolutely calm seas. Nor is the Khanderi being commissioned with a full complement of its primary weapon, the torpedo.

Are external forces controlling anti-Adani port stir, asks Pinarayi in assembly

Are external forces controlling anti-Adani port stir, asks Pinarayi in assembly

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Vijayan, in his detailed speech, said his government wanted to resolve the issue amicably within the framework of law and sought the support of everyone to participate in the process to settle the 140-day-long agitation.

This super app will offer a range of multi-brand services for passenger cars

This super app will offer a range of multi-brand services for passenger cars

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

A single application and a plethora of services for passenger cars - that is what myTVS, a brand that operates under Ki Mobility Solutions and is part of the TVS family, is set to bring to customers, in a bid to disrupt the concept of "super apps" in India. Starting July 15, myTVS will launch its connected car platform or super app called myTVS Life360 for aftermarket passenger cars. Through it, customers will be able to avail themselves of a range of services like maintenance, diagnostics, roadside assistance, accessories, payments, insurance, and so on.

China, Russia to be the focus of Quad deliberations

China, Russia to be the focus of Quad deliberations

Rediff.com23 May 2022

The leaders of the Quad comprising India, the United States, Australia and Japan are set to demonstrate that the grouping is a 'force for global good' and has a unifying commitment to a rules-based international order amid China's increasingly intimidatory behaviour.

Namratha Nandish Makes History in Kashmir

Namratha Nandish Makes History in Kashmir

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Bengaluru's Namratha Nandish has trekked to 50 high altitudes lakes in Kashmir in one season to earn the sobriquet of 'Alpine Girl'.

Post Galwan, Navy boosts presence in Indian Ocean

Post Galwan, Navy boosts presence in Indian Ocean

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

The government has adopted a multi-pronged approach involving the Army, the Indian Air Force and the Navy as well as diplomacy and economic measures to send out a firm and clear message to China that its misadventure in eastern Ladakh was not acceptable at all.

Do you know how Everest's height is calculated?

Do you know how Everest's height is calculated?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

For one, triangles are involved.

US warplane flew less than 100 km from Shanghai: Report

US warplane flew less than 100 km from Shanghai: Report

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

It was the 12th day in a row that US military planes have approached the mainland coast, the report said.

It is the same Taliban with different partners: Gen Rawat

It is the same Taliban with different partners: Gen Rawat

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat on Wednesday asserted that any possible terrorist activity flowing out of Taliban-controlled Afghanistan and finding its way into India will be firmly dealt with, and suggested that the Quad nations should boost cooperation in the global war on terrorism.

China pushes India into bear hug with Quad

China pushes India into bear hug with Quad

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

China's behaviour in the post-pandemic geopolitical landscape which may determine the Quad's future trajectory, notes former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

SEE: Navy fires missile as part of military drill in Bay of Bengal

SEE: Navy fires missile as part of military drill in Bay of Bengal

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

The navy said the missile hit the target at maximum range with precise accuracy.

Meet The Finalists, Sony World Photography Awards 2022

Meet The Finalists, Sony World Photography Awards 2022

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

Some of the Shortlisted finalists for the Sony World Photography Awards.

Biden to Xi: Will uphold commitments to ensure 'free and open' Indo-Pacific

Biden to Xi: Will uphold commitments to ensure 'free and open' Indo-Pacific

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

President Biden underscored that the United States will 'continue to stand up for its interests and values and, together with our allies and partners, ensure the rules of the road for the 21st century advance an international system that is free, open, and fair', the White House said in a readout of the meeting.

MDL delivers fourth Scorpene submarine to Navy

MDL delivers fourth Scorpene submarine to Navy

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

Christened 'Vela', the submarine was launched on May 6, 2019, and has completed all major harbour and sea trials including weapon and sensor trials despite COVID-19-induced restrictions, the Navy said.

Yangtse clash spells danger for Xi Jinping's new term

Yangtse clash spells danger for Xi Jinping's new term

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Observers say China should re-address its policies towards India or else it will continue to face flare-ups increasing the tensions between the two countries at a time China's increasing tension with the US over Taiwan and the South China Sea besides the downturn in the Chinese economy which is hit hard by the zero-covid policy.

West Bengal received investment proposals of Rs 3.42 lakh cr: Mamata

West Bengal received investment proposals of Rs 3.42 lakh cr: Mamata

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said that the state received investment proposals worth Rs 3.42 lakh crore during this year's business summit. Addressing the valedictory session of the Bengal Global Business Summit, she said that a total of 137 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and Letters of Intent (LoI) were signed for the investments. Banerjee also said that the summit would create 40 lakh new jobs across sectors.

China's 'gross aggression' against neighbours a matter of concern: US

China's 'gross aggression' against neighbours a matter of concern: US

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

'They talk about their 2021 centenary goal, their 2035 goal, and their 2049 goal. They're accelerating. There's also been this unfortunately bashing of nationalism inside the People's Republic of China by the government'

The Woes Of Wayanad Continue

The Woes Of Wayanad Continue

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Away from the distraction of its new high-profile politics, Wayanad's worries seemed very down to earth, discovers Shyam G Menon.