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US okays sale of 31 Predator drones to India in $4-bn deal

US okays sale of 31 Predator drones to India in $4-bn deal

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

The Agency said it has delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on Thursday.

Why Messi and Co were forced to abandon bus parade

Why Messi and Co were forced to abandon bus parade

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

The team had arrived in the early hours of Tuesday at Ezeiza airport. Despite it being around 3am local time (0600 GMT), thousands were waiting with banners, flags and flares and howling with joy after Messi and his team mates ended the country's 36-year wait to win the World Cup.

The Most Memorable Goodbye Turns 50

The Most Memorable Goodbye Turns 50

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'Garm Hava understands that the scorching, hate-filled, doubt-filled affair between Hindus and Muslims is our national love affair.' Sreehari Nair revisits M S Sathyu's classic film, featuring the incomparable Balraj Sahni at his finest in his final role.

'Beating Retreat': Military bands regale audience with India tunes

'Beating Retreat': Military bands regale audience with India tunes

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

From massed band's 'Shankhnaad' to Navy's lilting 'Mission Chandrayaan', mellifluous tunes reverberated across the Raisina Hill in the heart of Delhi as India's rich heritage and towering accomplishments were celebrated during the Beating Retreat ceremony on Monday.

Threat of global conflict looms large, says IAF chief

Threat of global conflict looms large, says IAF chief

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

The Air Chief Marshal also said that India's rise in the Global South marks a "pivotal point" in international affairs.

Nasser Hussain predicts: India to strike back harder

Nasser Hussain predicts: India to strike back harder

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

With three matches still to be played, India will back themselves to clinch the series.

EPL PIX: Arsenal hold City; open up title race for Liverpool

EPL PIX: Arsenal hold City; open up title race for Liverpool

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Salah's sublime second-half strike leaves Liverpool on 67 points, three ahead of second-placed Arsenal and four ahead of City on a pivotal day in the title race.

Indian Wells Tennis PICS: Djokovic makes winning return

Indian Wells Tennis PICS: Djokovic makes winning return

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Gauff survives scare, Osaka advances

Who is Lando Norris?

Who is Lando Norris?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

It is doubtful there has been a more popular winner of a Formula One race in recent years than McLaren's Lando Norris, who was celebrated by everyone from Max Verstappen to Donald Trump following his victory at the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday.

War in Gaza: 1,000 killed, 5,000 injured so far

War in Gaza: 1,000 killed, 5,000 injured so far

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Meanwhile, the Israel Defence Forces said they have killed some 1,500 terrorists in Israeli territory after Hamas launched an attack on Israeli border communities, The Times of Israel reported.

India's 'eyes in the skies', key to surgical strikes

India's 'eyes in the skies', key to surgical strikes

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

According to news reports, ground images for this operation were provided by the recently launched Cartosat 2C satellite.

'I heard many doubts about my career'

'I heard many doubts about my career'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

'There were questions about whether I'd ever make a comeback.'

Operation Valentine Review: Top Gun Redux

Operation Valentine Review: Top Gun Redux

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Operation Valentine follows the templates of similar Air Force narratives to deliver some rousing, harmless fun time, observes Arjun Menon.

IAF@85: Air Force shows off its might!

IAF@85: Air Force shows off its might!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2017

The Indian Air Force is celebrating its 85th Air Force Day with a large parade. A series of air displays will be organised at the Hindon air base near Delhi.

The Boy And The Heron Review: Miyazaki's Poignant Gem

The Boy And The Heron Review: Miyazaki's Poignant Gem

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The Boy And The Heron offers a thrilling joyride inside Hayo Miyazaki's unquantifiable imagination, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Battle for skies: Tatas kick-start Air India fleet expansion via leasing

Battle for skies: Tatas kick-start Air India fleet expansion via leasing

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

In its first move to significantly expand the fleet after the Tatas took over, Air India has leased 25 Airbus narrow-body aircraft and five Boeing wide-body planes. These will enter service starting December, the company said on Monday. A wide-body plane has a bigger fuel tank, allowing it to travel longer distances such as India-US routes.

Aero Awesome: Stunning display over Bengaluru skies

Aero Awesome: Stunning display over Bengaluru skies

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

One of the most sought after exhibitions in Asia, as many as 549 companies are participating this year with 53 fighter aircraft on display.

Soldiers' morale at Doklam sky high

Soldiers' morale at Doklam sky high

Rediff.com12 Aug 2017

'The situation in Doklam has plateaued; militarily, the Chinese know they can do nothing here,' an Indian general tells Ajai Shukla.

Crisis in Gaza as its power plant ceases operation after running out of fuel

Crisis in Gaza as its power plant ceases operation after running out of fuel

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

In an update posted on X, the Israeli defense forces said that dozens of warplanes attacked more than 80 targets throughout Beit Hanon during the night.

In separate verdict on Art 370, Justice Kaul recalls Pandits' exodus

In separate verdict on Art 370, Justice Kaul recalls Pandits' exodus

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

The mass exodus of the Kashmiri Pandit community changed the very cultural ethos of Kashmir and there has been little turnback despite three decades having gone by since it got triggered by growing fundamentalism fuelled from across the border, Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul said on Monday.

Fighter Review: Wannabe Top Gun

Fighter Review: Wannabe Top Gun

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Fighter's distressing lack of thrills and sizzle reduces the exercise to an excuse for tedious amounts of Pakistan bashing, observes Sukanya Verma.

It's Raining Bharat Ratnas!

It's Raining Bharat Ratnas!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

In the 76 years since India gained independence, 53 recipients of the Bharat Ratna have been there. That's less than one every year, which is a healthy ratio given there is the sanctity of this gem of an award to preserve. But four recipients for the year were announced in a few days in addition to one announced earlier. That took the total number in 2024 to five in less than a month, the highest for any year, post-Independence, notes Shyam G Menon.

IAF @ 83: Air Force puts up a grand show

IAF @ 83: Air Force puts up a grand show

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

The Indian Air Force on Thursday put up a scintillating display as part of its 83rd anniversary celebrations.

Bollywood's Air Force Connection

Bollywood's Air Force Connection

Rediff.com13 Sep 2011

Check out the Air Force connection before Mausam happened.

PIX: Sinner shines; Swiatek crushes Collins

PIX: Sinner shines; Swiatek crushes Collins

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

World number one Iga Swiatek blasted past American Danielle Collins 6-3, 6-0.

Inside look: Obama's White House in the sky

Inside look: Obama's White House in the sky

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

United States President Barack Obama will be arriving in India for his three-day visit on January 25. He will travel to India in his presidential plane, Air Force One. The presidential plane will be will be accorded the same protocol in Indian air space that is set aside for the president of India and the prime minister. Ahead of Obama's visit, here's what you need to know about the plane.

Meet the woman pilot leading IAF contingent at Bastille parade

Meet the woman pilot leading IAF contingent at Bastille parade

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The marching contingents of the Army, the Navy and the IAF will participate in the prestigious parade along with their French counterparts.

'Incredibly enriching': Modi takes sortie on Tejas jet

'Incredibly enriching': Modi takes sortie on Tejas jet

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

"The experience was incredibly enriching, significantly bolstering my confidence in our country's indigenous capabilities, and leaving me with a renewed sense of pride and optimism about our national potential," he said.

Total shutdown, massive rally in Kargil demanding statehood for UT

Total shutdown, massive rally in Kargil demanding statehood for UT

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Separately, the hunger strike by climate activist Sonam Wangchuk in Leh to "remind" the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre of its promise to safeguard the Union Territory's fragile ecology and unique indigenous tribal culture entered its 15th day.

PHOTOS: Army chief takes to the skies in Made in India Tejas aircraft

PHOTOS: Army chief takes to the skies in Made in India Tejas aircraft

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

This was the first time General Rawat flew in the home-made fighter jet, known for its agility, being the smallest and lightest multirole supersonic fighter jet in its class.

Bairstow Rewrites The Record Books!

Bairstow Rewrites The Record Books!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

This wasn't just a win; it was a statement of intent from Bairstow. He single-handedly guided Punjab Kings to victory, firmly establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with in the IPL. His redemption on that Friday night was extraordinary, leaving a lasting impression.

With Jet off the radar, skies are wide open for Tata's airlines

With Jet off the radar, skies are wide open for Tata's airlines

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

Both Vistara and AirAsia India, along with their partners, are quietly putting together an aggressive plan to become a formidable force in the skies. At the core of this new push is their plan to go international this financial year.

Hamas terrorists had instructions on making chemical weapons

Hamas terrorists had instructions on making chemical weapons

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Israeli President Isaac Herzog said the instructions originated from an Al Qaeda design for chemical weapons dating back to 2003.

Satwik-Chirag gear up for Olympics with second French Open crown

Satwik-Chirag gear up for Olympics with second French Open crown

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty enjoyed another memorable 'Evening in Paris', lifting the French Open badminton crown for the second time with a dominating straight-game victory over Chinese Taipei's Lee Jhe-Huei and Yang Po-Hsuan in the men's doubles final in Paris on Sunday.

Super Bowl PIX: Taylor Swift shares the glare with Kelce as Chiefs win

Super Bowl PIX: Taylor Swift shares the glare with Kelce as Chiefs win

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Swift, who last weekend won the Grammy Award for album of the year for a record fourth time, has attended 12 Chiefs games since she began dating Kelce last year, boosting already sky-high NFL ratings.

Why Merry Christmas Left Me Feeling Shortchanged

Why Merry Christmas Left Me Feeling Shortchanged

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

If you have never seen Sriram Raghavan fly, you would hardly realise that this time, he is happy in his cage, this time he isn't reaching for the skies, notes Sreehari Nair.

F1 stewards dismiss Haas protest against Force India

F1 stewards dismiss Haas protest against Force India

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix stewards dismissed a protest by the Haas Formula One team on Saturday and recognised Force India as a new constructor whose cars were eligible to compete in the championship.

No Liverpool player will be forced to train: Klopp

No Liverpool player will be forced to train: Klopp

Rediff.com20 May 2020

'There are no restrictions, no punishment, nothing. So it's their own decision and we will respect that 100%.'

Putin oversees nuclear drills, says 'ready to use all means'

Putin oversees nuclear drills, says 'ready to use all means'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday monitored drills of the country's strategic nuclear forces involving multiple practice launches of ballistic and cruise missiles, the Kremlin said.

BawaaliJanhvi, Dhinchak Nushrratt

BawaaliJanhvi, Dhinchak Nushrratt

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

The celebs who graced the front rows at Manish Malhotra's latest collection launch.