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Tension in K'taka towns after stone-pelting, provocative speech; 6 held

Tension in K'taka towns after stone-pelting, provocative speech; 6 held

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

According to police, the alleged stone pelters came on two bikes and sped off. Following the incident, heavy police deployment has been put in place.

Panama Papers: Imran Khan submits evidence against Nawaz Sharif family

Panama Papers: Imran Khan submits evidence against Nawaz Sharif family

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Khan, the chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf submitted the documents containing details of alleged bank accounts held by the Sharif family and loan write-off schemes.

'Useless' Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif up for grabs

'Useless' Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif up for grabs

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

The Pakistani premier (eBay item no 162037014813) currently stands at a 66,200 (Rs 62 lakh) bidding price. So far, 100 bids have been made.

Nawaz Sharif briefs President on political crisis

Nawaz Sharif briefs President on political crisis

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday met President Mamnoon Hussain here and discussed the current political crisis caused due to anti-government protests spearheaded by opposition leader Imran Khan and cleric Tahirul Qadri, demanding the premier's resignation.

Climate change? Modi, Sharif talk briefly in Paris

Climate change? Modi, Sharif talk briefly in Paris

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday briefly interacted with his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif in Paris on the sidelines of a United Nations summit on climate change.

Amid tension on border, PM Modi greets Sharif on birthday

Amid tension on border, PM Modi greets Sharif on birthday

Rediff.com25 Dec 2016

Last year on this day, Modi had made a huge gesture by travelling to Lahore on an unscheduled visit to wish Sharif personally and attend the marriage ceremony of his kin.

Panama Papers: JIT report 'bundle of baseless allegations', says Nawaz Sharif

Panama Papers: JIT report 'bundle of baseless allegations', says Nawaz Sharif

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

Sharif said his family business has been targeted for over six decades but "there is no single sentence.

War with India is NOT an option: Sharif

War with India is NOT an option: Sharif

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

War with India is not an option as use of force could only worsen the situation, Pakistan's Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has said while hoping to resolve all outstanding issues between the two countries.

Hollywood icon Omar Sharif dies at 83

Hollywood icon Omar Sharif dies at 83

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

The Egypt-born actor's agent Steve Kenis said, "He suffered a heart attack in a hospital in Cairo."

37 killed in 2 deadly attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan

37 killed in 2 deadly attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The dead were identified as belonging to Punjab province. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far.

Sharif, Maryam provided 'B' class facilities in Adiala jail in Rawalpindi

Sharif, Maryam provided 'B' class facilities in Adiala jail in Rawalpindi

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

The National Accountability Bureau officials took Sharif, 68, and Maryam, 44, into custody in the Avenfield case, shortly after their arrival at Lahore airport from London via Abu Dhabi. They were flown to Islamabad on a special aircraft and then were taken to the Adiala Jail in separate armoured personnel carriers escorted by police convoys.

40 killed, several hurt in two bus accidents in Pak

40 killed, several hurt in two bus accidents in Pak

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

At least 11 people were killed and 35 others injured in the accident in Balochistan province, over 100 km from Karachi.

Interesting facts about the Sharif family and its business interests

Interesting facts about the Sharif family and its business interests

Rediff.com2 Jan 2016

The Sharif group's website claims they are worth $300 million in business and $100 million in real estate holdings

As expected, Sharif mentions K word at UN

As expected, Sharif mentions K word at UN

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

Weakened by two fierce political opponents and the army in Pakistan, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's United Nations speech was to address his domestic audience.

High time India, Pak set aside hostilities, says Sharif

High time India, Pak set aside hostilities, says Sharif

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

Sharif also thanked Modi for visiting Lahore last week.

Rhea Starts A New Chapter

Rhea Starts A New Chapter

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Bhumi holidays in Paris... Huma prays at Ajmer... Janhvi visits her mother's Chennai home...

So what's the other Sharif doing in China?

So what's the other Sharif doing in China?

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Pakistan's powerful Army Chief Gen Raheel Sharif's visit to Beijing comes in the backdrop of assertions by Pakistan that it will raise its concerns at the international level over India's successful test of supersonic interceptor missile.

Modi-Sharif meeting at UN unlikely, says report

Modi-Sharif meeting at UN unlikely, says report

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Sharif and Modi are expected to attend the UN General Assembly session next week.

Returning to Pak 'whether I'm taken to prison or gallows': Sharif

Returning to Pak 'whether I'm taken to prison or gallows': Sharif

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Authorities arrange helicopters to shift Sharif to jail; 300 PML-N workers arrested.

In India, Kejriwal got bail: Imran Khan tells Pak SC

In India, Kejriwal got bail: Imran Khan tells Pak SC

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has invoked the case of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal getting bail to campaign ahead of India's general elections, as he complained before the Supreme Court about the mistreatment meted to him in jail.

Raai Laxmi, Manushi Tell You How To Travel In Style

Raai Laxmi, Manushi Tell You How To Travel In Style

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

How to discover beautiful destinations in true-blue filmi style (which simply means you look fabulous as you do so:))!

Baba Siddique killing: Cops hunt for 3rd shooter in MP

Baba Siddique killing: Cops hunt for 3rd shooter in MP

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Police scoured places of worship in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain and Khandwa in their hunt for the third shooter wanted for Nationalist Congress Party leader Baba Siddique's killing.

Nawaz Sharif invites Kashmiri hardliner Geelani to Pakistan

Nawaz Sharif invites Kashmiri hardliner Geelani to Pakistan

Rediff.com10 Oct 2015

Geelani was handed the invitation letter from Sharif by Pakistan high commissioner in India Abdul Basit over a dinner at the latter's residence at Tilak Marg in Delhi.

US applauds Modi-Sharif bilateral meeting

US applauds Modi-Sharif bilateral meeting

Rediff.com28 May 2014

The United States on Tuesday applauded the first bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif, adding it welcomes any steps by the two South Asian neighbours to strengthen and deepen their dialogue and cooperation.

Pakistan Poll Results Stun Army

Pakistan Poll Results Stun Army

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

The result is a big blow to the military establishment, revealing the limits of 'political engineering'. It reflected the anger of the electorate, especially its younger voters, who have spoken decisively against the persistent harassment and victimisation of Imran Khan's political party, asserts Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Nawaz Sharif vows to support struggle of Kashmiri people

Nawaz Sharif vows to support struggle of Kashmiri people

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

The Pak PM reiterated his government's firm resolve to extend its fullest moral, diplomatic and political support to the indigenous freedom struggle of Kashmiri people.

Did Trump really say those 'fantastic' things about Sharif

Did Trump really say those 'fantastic' things about Sharif

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

While Sharif's office has released a read-out of his conversation with Trump, the US president-elect's team has issued bare minimum information, triggering much bemusement both in mainstream and social media.

Sharif offers prayers at Delhi's Jama Masjid

Sharif offers prayers at Delhi's Jama Masjid

Rediff.com27 May 2014

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday offered prayers at the historic Jama Masjid and visited the Red Fort in Old Delhi area.

Sharif, daughter to remain in jail until polls as court adjourns hearing

Sharif, daughter to remain in jail until polls as court adjourns hearing

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

The court also refused to suspend the conviction in the case until the appeals were decided.

PM Sharif wants peace with India: Pakistan

PM Sharif wants peace with India: Pakistan

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

At the core of Sharif's initiatives is the belief that Pakistan's economic revival is not possible until it has improved and tension-free relations with neighbouring countries, particularly India and Afghanistan, said Tariq Fatemi, the Prime Minister's Special Assistant on Foreign Affairs.

Asif Ali Zardari tipped to become Pakistan president

Asif Ali Zardari tipped to become Pakistan president

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

As part of the PML-N and PPP alliance, Shehbaz Sharif, the younger brother of former premier Nawaz Sharif, is expected to become Pakistan's next prime minister.

Keen to meet Trump, Sharif may visit US next month

Keen to meet Trump, Sharif may visit US next month

Rediff.com4 Dec 2016

Analysts say that it will be a major breakthrough if a meeting is actually realised.

Kashmir's 'freedom struggle' cannot be equated with terrorism, says Sharif

Kashmir's 'freedom struggle' cannot be equated with terrorism, says Sharif

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Sharif said Kashmiris were fighting for their right of self-determination and Pakistan would continue to support them.

Trump called PM 'terrific guy', Pak 'amazing country': Sharif's office

Trump called PM 'terrific guy', Pak 'amazing country': Sharif's office

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

'Pakistanis are one of the most intelligent people. Please convey to the Pakistani people that they are amazing,' the President-elect told Sharif, claims Pak PMO.

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem showered with cash awards

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem showered with cash awards

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Pakistan's sensational javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem who won the country's first individual Olympics gold in 40 years is being showered with cash awards by Punjab and other provincial governments and organisations.

Sharif calls for peace during talks with Modi

Sharif calls for peace during talks with Modi

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday said that India and Pakistan must put aside differences and work for peace.

Looking forward to working with Modi: Sharif

Looking forward to working with Modi: Sharif

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has written to his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi expressing satisfaction over his meeting with him recently and said he was looking forward to working with him in "harmony on all unsettled matters".

Sharif our guest: S Arabia

Sharif our guest: S Arabia

Rediff.com11 Sep 2007

Sharif was greeted by Saudi intelligence chief Prince Miqren bin Abdul Aziz, the agency said.

SC verdict has no...: Pak reacts to Art 370 judgment

SC verdict has no...: Pak reacts to Art 370 judgment

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

"International law doesn't recognise India's unilateral and illegal actions of 5 August 2019. The judicial endorsement by the Indian Supreme Court has no legal value. Kashmiris have an inalienable right to self determination in accordance with the relevant UN SC resolutions," Pakistan's caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani said in a post on X.

Nawaz Sharif a 'closet Taliban': Musharraf

Nawaz Sharif a 'closet Taliban': Musharraf

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

In an interview to ABC News, Musharraf called Sharif 'abrasive' and 'confrontational'.