News for 'Security Shield'

Hyderpora encounter: SIT gives clean chit to security forces

Hyderpora encounter: SIT gives clean chit to security forces

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

The special investigation team of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, probing the Hyderpora encounter, on Tuesday said while one civilian was killed by the foreign terrorist, the owner of the building and a local militant died in "crossfire" after being used as a human shield by the hiding ultra.

How Imran Khan Arrived In Court!

How Imran Khan Arrived In Court!

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Imran's security personnel held up bulletproof shields to protect the former premier from a possible assassin.

How To Invest Globally?

How To Invest Globally?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

'Investing abroad helps mitigate currency risk for foreign-currency denominated goals, such as children's higher education and international travel.'

'Human shield' incident circumstances-based, not SOP: Army chief

'Human shield' incident circumstances-based, not SOP: Army chief

Rediff.com17 Jun 2017

"But we are concerned about human rights and we make sure rights of people are not violated," he said.

'Let Me Get My Shoes', Trump Said After Shooting

'Let Me Get My Shoes', Trump Said After Shooting

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Former United States president Donald Trump was injured after being shot in the ear during an apparent assassination attempt at an election rally in Pennsylvania after which a male attacker was shot and killed by a member of the Secret Service.

Modi meets women from Sandeshkhali, slams TMC

Modi meets women from Sandeshkhali, slams TMC

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Modi, while addressing a rally in Barasat, said whatever happened with women in Sandeshkhali "is a matter of shame".

One year on, life in shreds for Kashmir's 'human shield'

One year on, life in shreds for Kashmir's 'human shield'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2018

'Is this the message that India wants to send to Kashmir?'

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Open to working with India on missile shield: US

Open to working with India on missile shield: US

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

Weeks after offering to sell its F-35 fifth generation fighter jets, the United States on Wednesday said it was open to work with India on joint development of a ballistic missile shield.

Islamic State using civilians as human shields in battle of Mosul

Islamic State using civilians as human shields in battle of Mosul

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

Pentagon spokesman Navy Captain Jeff Davis said IS had for weeks kept Mosul's estimated population of 1.5 million from escaping, with the start of the offensive offering them no respite.

Israeli air strikes target mosque in West Bank

Israeli air strikes target mosque in West Bank

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday said that IDF and Israel Securities Authorities carried out an aerial strike at the Al-Ansar Mosque in Jenin, a city in West Bank.

Soldier, Army dog killed in J-K encounter; terrorist neutralised, 2 flee

Soldier, Army dog killed in J-K encounter; terrorist neutralised, 2 flee

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

One suspected Pakistani terrorist and an Army soldier were killed in a gunfight during an ongoing search operation in a remote village in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, officials said.

55-meter-long tunnel found under Gaza hospital: Israel

55-meter-long tunnel found under Gaza hospital: Israel

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

The defence forces also highlighted that the tunnel entrance contains various defence mechanisms, such as a blast-proof door and a firing hole.

Has Modi Learnt Nothing From Election Result?

Has Modi Learnt Nothing From Election Result?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

On June 26, for the likes of me, the music died. Any impression of potential change held forth by the outcome of the 2024 general election, was vaporised, reveals Shyam G Menon.

Jawan among 2 tribal men shot dead in Manipur, shutdown called

Jawan among 2 tribal men shot dead in Manipur, shutdown called

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

The shootout occurred at a place between Haraothel and Kobsha villages though the police are not yet sure about how it began.

Is The World Spinning Out Of Control?

Is The World Spinning Out Of Control?

Rediff.com30 May 2024

The current instability in the world is a result of long term systemic and socio-politico problems, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Sakshi retires: 'These tears are the gift of Modi government'

Sakshi retires: 'These tears are the gift of Modi government'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

The Congress on Thursday said the country will give a befitting reply to the tears of the wrestlers who sought justice from the BJP government.

ABVP, Left-backed groups clash at JNU

ABVP, Left-backed groups clash at JNU

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Some students of Jawaharlal Nehru University were injured in a clash between two groups over the selection of election committee members, following which Vice-Chancellor Santishree D Pandit on Friday said strict action will be taken against those involved irrespective of their political affiliation.

Hamas and Putin represent different threats, but...: Biden

Hamas and Putin represent different threats, but...: Biden

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Biden said over a year later Russian President Vladimir Putin has "failed and he continues to fail".

Justice served, says 'human shield' after army indicts Major Gogoi

Justice served, says 'human shield' after army indicts Major Gogoi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

'The army major was arrogant with power and considered himself as my creator'

Israeli forces storm part of Shifa Hospital in Gaza

Israeli forces storm part of Shifa Hospital in Gaza

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Israeli soldiers entered part of Shifa Hospital in the early hours of Wednesday and began fighting Hamas there, the Israel Defence Forces announced.

UN concerned over use of children as human shields by Maoists

UN concerned over use of children as human shields by Maoists

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

The United Nations has expressed concern over the killing and maiming of children who continue to be recruited and used as human shields by Maoists in India and over the threat of sexual violence against girls within Naxalite ranks.

Lawmakers cannot claim privilege unconnected to working of the house: SC

Lawmakers cannot claim privilege unconnected to working of the house: SC

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

The privileges enjoyed by MPs and MLAs are "tethered intrinsically" to the functioning of the legislature collectively, the Supreme Court said on Monday while holding that lawmakers taking bribe to vote or make a speech in the house are not immune from prosecution.

How Afghan officials are shielding athletes from trouble at home

How Afghan officials are shielding athletes from trouble at home

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Afghanistan officials are trying to shield their athletes from trouble brewing back home as the war-ravaged country chases its first Asian Games gold in Indonesia.

Police, BJP 'planting evidence' to malign Kanjhawala victim: AAP

Police, BJP 'planting evidence' to malign Kanjhawala victim: AAP

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

AAP national spokesperson Saurabh Bhardwaj slammed the BJP and Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, claiming that 'facts are being twisted' to 'shield its members'.

Article 370 Review: Get Your Patriotic Fix

Article 370 Review: Get Your Patriotic Fix

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Article 370 is not as crude as some of the openly propagandist films made in recent times. It could at least open up a discussion on what is to be done to heal the wounds of the people of Kashmir, which years of shrieking TV debaters could not do, feels Deepa Gahlot.

Moving to the next stage of war in Gaza: Israel defence forces

Moving to the next stage of war in Gaza: Israel defence forces

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has re-issued urgent calls for civilians in Gaza to move south as the ground forces move to the next phase of its war with the terrorist group Hamas.

Blockades by tribals, Meitei women in Manipur hit supplies

Blockades by tribals, Meitei women in Manipur hit supplies

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Sources added that in the past one week, 4,000 trucks carrying essential supplies reached the valley via NH 37, which is the only road that is open for now.

Top US official to visit Israel for hostage release negotiations: Report

Top US official to visit Israel for hostage release negotiations: Report

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

After his visit to Brussels, McGurk will visit Israel where he is slated to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and senior security and intelligence officials.

Israeli diplomat attacked in China amid war against Hamas

Israeli diplomat attacked in China amid war against Hamas

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Meanwhile, Israel has expressed its "deep disappointment" with China's response to the war.

Indian Football: Mumbai City pips Bagan to win ISL winner's shield

Indian Football: Mumbai City pips Bagan to win ISL winner's shield

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

Despite losing the top spot to Mumbai, ATK Mohun Bagan will still harbour hopes of salvaging their season with a second successive Hero ISL title.

Poonch attack: Terrorists used steel bullets, decamped with soldiers' weapons

Poonch attack: Terrorists used steel bullets, decamped with soldiers' weapons

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

They said a sniper is believed to have targeted the truck from the front before the other terrorists sprayed bullets and lobbed grenades on it.

India calls out Pak role in shielding Jaish

India calls out Pak role in shielding Jaish

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

India strongly reiterated its appeal to all members of the international community to support the proposal to list terrorists, including JeM chief Masood Azhar, as a designated terrorist under the 1267 Sanctions Committee of the UN Security Council, and to ban terrorist organisations operating from territories controlled by Pakistan.

Elon Musk is Israel, meets Netanyahu, visits Kfar Aza attacked by Hamas

Elon Musk is Israel, meets Netanyahu, visits Kfar Aza attacked by Hamas

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Musk also heard the tale of 4-year-old Israeli-American Avigail Idan, who was taken to Gaza and freed on Sunday as a result of a hostage negotiation.

'Once you see the barbarity...': Israel envoy shreds UNSC

'Once you see the barbarity...': Israel envoy shreds UNSC

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Israel's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Gilad Erdan, lambasted the United Nations Security Council for failing to condemn the October 7 Hamas terror attacks and the slaughter of unarmed civilians.

'Dirty war' fought with innovative ways: Army chief on 'human shield' row

'Dirty war' fought with innovative ways: Army chief on 'human shield' row

Rediff.com28 May 2017

'I can't tell my men to wait and die,' says Gen Bipin Rawat.

10 Job Skills That Will Rule 2024

10 Job Skills That Will Rule 2024

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Cultivate a thirst for knowledge, explore online courses, attend workshops and network with peers. Embrace opportunities to learn new skills and stay updated about industry trends to remain relevant and future-proof your career, advises Manu Saigal, director-general, staffing, Adecco India.

Brazil's resolution on humanitarian pauses for aid fails in UNSC after US veto

Brazil's resolution on humanitarian pauses for aid fails in UNSC after US veto

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

The UN Security Council on Wednesday failed to adopt a Brazil-led draft resolution that would have called for humanitarian pauses in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict to allow full access for aid to the Gaza strip after the US vetoed the text.

Train killing: RPF cop's mental condition yet to be examined

Train killing: RPF cop's mental condition yet to be examined

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Seeking his custody, the police told the court that the mental health condition of the accused constable was yet to be conducted and that he was not cooperating with them.

Other fronts may open up if Israel continues bombing Gaza: Iran FM

Other fronts may open up if Israel continues bombing Gaza: Iran FM

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Upon his arrival in Beirut on Thursday, the Iranian minister said, "Some European officials asked me if there were any chances that new fronts might open up against the Zionist regime?"