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Security advisory to J-K tourists to be lifted from Thursday

Security advisory to J-K tourists to be lifted from Thursday

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

The state administration on August 2 had issued a security advisory asking Amarnath pilgrims and tourists to leave Kashmir as soon as possible, citing terror threat in the Valley.

Jammu IAF base blasts: NIA likely to probe case booked under UAPA

Jammu IAF base blasts: NIA likely to probe case booked under UAPA

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

A first information report (FIR) was registered Sunday under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act after two explosives-laden drones crashed into the Indian Air Force station at Jammu airport, officials said, while indicating that the case is likely to be taken over by the terror probe agency National Investigation Agency.

SEBI To Go Soft On Rumour Verification For Listed Cos

SEBI To Go Soft On Rumour Verification For Listed Cos

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

The rumour verification process would now be triggered by changes in price or 'material price movements', as the paper defines it. What this means is that companies would need to verify rumours only if the share price moves significantly.

Major takeaways from Modi's maiden state visit to US

Major takeaways from Modi's maiden state visit to US

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Here are list of some of the big ticket announcements.

Not So Near, Yet Not So Far From BJP

Not So Near, Yet Not So Far From BJP

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Call it the art of staying rooted yet bending with prevailing political winds. With Telangana going to the polls in December, and assembly and Lok Sabha elections in Andhra and Odisha scheduled next year, what factors have influenced parties' recent moves?

Centre allows 4G on trial in 2 J-K districts after Aug 15

Centre allows 4G on trial in 2 J-K districts after Aug 15

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

The committee has decided that access to 4G internet in J-K will be given in a calibrated manner and outcome of the trial will be reviewed after two months.

NIA opposes Navlakha's house arrest in SC, says he doesn't deserve any leeway

NIA opposes Navlakha's house arrest in SC, says he doesn't deserve any leeway

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

The anti-terror agency, while referring to the evidence on record, claimed Navlakha was working in urban areas and assigned the job to unite intellectuals against government forces to defeat them.

'This is governance by fear'

'This is governance by fear'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

'The Emergency was a temporary affair. It was withdrawn after 20 months.' 'But we are in this situation for the last 10 years.' 'If the Emergency was jhatka, this is halal, slow killing.'

Can China Win A War With US?

Can China Win A War With US?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

According to the Pentagon report, the PLA is creating options for dissuading, deterring, and defeating external intervention in the Indo-Pacific region.

Sebi may allow FPIs to directly trade in capital markets

Sebi may allow FPIs to directly trade in capital markets

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

The regulator may float consultation papers for FPIs and private equity funds and the final decision will be taken after taking into account views of all the stakeholders

Cong's Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury prevented from visiting Birbhum site

Cong's Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury prevented from visiting Birbhum site

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

The Congress leader in Lok Sabha and other party members were stopped at Sriniketan More near the village in Birbhum district, and they sat on the road and staged a demonstration demanding that they be allowed to visit the village and meet the kin of the deceased.

Govt, Oppn spar over who did more for space mission

Govt, Oppn spar over who did more for space mission

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

During the day-long debate, the lines between science and religion often got blurred with many invoking religious texts and the contribution of 'rishi munis' to highlight India's tryst with the extra-terrestrial world.

NSG says no to more VVIP security duties

NSG says no to more VVIP security duties

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

The National Security Guards, which protects the most ulnerable' VVIPs of the country, has decided to stop taking any more protectees under its elite 'black cat' commando security cover.

Nashik CP among top cops transferred in Maharashtra

Nashik CP among top cops transferred in Maharashtra

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Jayant Naiknavare, deputy inspector general of police (VIP security), will replace Pandey as the Nashik police commissioner.

PIX: Bakr Id celebrated with religious fervour

PIX: Bakr Id celebrated with religious fervour

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

In Jammu and Kashmir, Eid prayers passed off peacefully and there was no report of any untoward incident, the police said.

UP deploys STF, CCTV camera surveillance for copy-free board exams

UP deploys STF, CCTV camera surveillance for copy-free board exams

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has also issued instructions to book those found involved in facilitating cheating during examinations under the National Security Act, the statement said.

Ex-NSE MD Ravi Narain sent to 2-day ED custody

Ex-NSE MD Ravi Narain sent to 2-day ED custody

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

A Delhi court on Wednesday sent former MD and CEO of National Stock Exchange Ravi Narain to two days' custodial interrogation by Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case related to alleged illegal phone tapping and snooping on stock exchange employees. Special Judge Sunena Sharma allowed ED's plea seeking Narain's custody till September 9 after the accused was produced before him by the probe agency. ED's Special Public Prosecutor N K Matta told the court that Narain was required to be confronted with other accused persons and evidence in the matter to unearth the larger conspiracy in the matter.

Pakistan claims RAW running 'special cell' to sabotage CPEC

Pakistan claims RAW running 'special cell' to sabotage CPEC

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Defence Secretary Lt Gen (retired) Alam Khattak told the Senate Standing Committee on Defence on Wednesday that RAW had set up a 'special cell' to sabotage the ambitious CPEC.

Should India allow foreign money to finance deficit?

Should India allow foreign money to finance deficit?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

'If such inflows materialise, what will be the effect on the rupee's value -- and therefore on exports growth, the only sustainable path to recovery?', asks Mihir S Sharma.

Modi's 3rd Term Isn't A Done Deal

Modi's 3rd Term Isn't A Done Deal

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

With the general election campaign less than six months away, the BJP has more to think about than it had on the eve of 2019. It's the states that will be robbing BJP strategists of their sleep at this point, not the Lok Sabha, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

PIX! Djokovic claims record 23rd Grand Slam title!

PIX! Djokovic claims record 23rd Grand Slam title!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic claimed a record-breaking 23rd men's singles Grand Slam title when he beat Norway's Casper Ruud 7-6(1) 6-3 7-5 in the French Open final.

Modi can't allow Pakistan SIT inside Pathankot base

Modi can't allow Pakistan SIT inside Pathankot base

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

'The Modi government can't ignore the political symbolism that the perceived perpetrators are being allowed inside an Indian military base which was attacked by their puppets, either by tacit approval or compliance of the Pakistani military establishment,' says Rajeev Sharma.

Wait, your US visa could be coming from China!

Wait, your US visa could be coming from China!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Due to the huge pile-up of visa applications, the US consular officers in the neighbouring country are now adjudicating Indian visa applications where interview requirements have been waived.

Aadhaar: 'Security is continually evolving'

Aadhaar: 'Security is continually evolving'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

Experts say the new security features will significantly ensure there is no 'large-scale theft of people's identity'.

In a first, 2 B1 heavy bomber jets of US to join exercise in India

In a first, 2 B1 heavy bomber jets of US to join exercise in India

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

The American platforms at the exercise 'Cope India' that started off Kalaikunda will also include a fleet of F-15 E fighter jets, C-130 and C-17 transport aircraft.

Security beefed up in Delhi for Independence Day

Security beefed up in Delhi for Independence Day

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

Security has been beefed up in the national capital with thousands of Delhi police and paramilitary personnel keeping a hawk-eyed vigil in the city to thwart any possible threats in the run-up to Independence Day later this week.

Manipur: Not A Time To Burn Bridges

Manipur: Not A Time To Burn Bridges

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

The present happenings in Manipur are the wages of continued neglect, and not so benign at that, of a vital region and its people. Had we lavished on the North East even a fraction of the care and resources we do on Kashmir, things would not have come to this pass, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

'Modi hasn't forgotten his human touch'

'Modi hasn't forgotten his human touch'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

'The prime minister is talking to his Chachaji and he is crying in the PM's lap, it was such an emotional scene.'

Why Does Modi Not Slash Chinese Imports?

Why Does Modi Not Slash Chinese Imports?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

India's national security focus has shifted from the western border to the eastern one. But our trade with China keeps rising. This trade is against our interest, because most of it comprises of Chinese imports, argues Aakar Patel.

Lankan Prez calls Rajapaksa to facilitate his return: Report

Lankan Prez calls Rajapaksa to facilitate his return: Report

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Rajapaksa fled the country and resigned last month in the face of a popular uprising against his government for mismanaging the island nation's economy.

Mourinho's Roma to face Sevilla in Europa League final

Mourinho's Roma to face Sevilla in Europa League final

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Sevilla will bid for a record-extending seventh Europa League title when they face AS Roma in the final in Budapest on May 31, after Jose Mourinho's side drew 0-0 at Bayer Leverkusen to secure a 1-0 aggregate victory in their semi-final.

Amritpal writes to lawyer, says in high spirits in jail

Amritpal writes to lawyer, says in high spirits in jail

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Siyalka accompanied family members of arrested 'Waris Punjab De' activists, including Amritpal Singh, who arrived in Dibrugarh earlier in the day and met them at the jail.

Don't allow triple talaq to be politicised, PM Modi reiterates

Don't allow triple talaq to be politicised, PM Modi reiterates

Rediff.com9 May 2017

The PM said that democracy's greatest strength is harmony and amity.

Navlakha's house arrest delayed over NIA's concern; actor stands surety

Navlakha's house arrest delayed over NIA's concern; actor stands surety

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Navlakha's lawyers, advocates Yug Chaudhry, Wahab Khan and Chandni Chawla, were likely to move the Supreme Court after Wednesday's ruling of the special NIA court, sources said.

Sisodia sent to ED remand till Mar 17; bail plea to be heard on Mar 21

Sisodia sent to ED remand till Mar 17; bail plea to be heard on Mar 21

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

A Delhi court on Friday sent former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, arrested in a money laundering case related to the excise policy, to the Enforcement Directorate's custody till March 17.

AIIMS-Delhi server down for 7th day, e-hospital data restored; 2 suspended

AIIMS-Delhi server down for 7th day, e-hospital data restored; 2 suspended

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

A case of extortion and cyber terrorism was registered by the Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations unit of the Delhi police on November 25.

'India must use special forces against Pakistan'

'India must use special forces against Pakistan'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

'The era of conventional wars is almost over in the Indian context.' 'In such a scenario, special forces could play a decisive strategic role in the spectrum of conflict.'

Kohli's Brilliance, Klaasen's Heroics

Kohli's Brilliance, Klaasen's Heroics

Rediff.com19 May 2023

In a clash featuring remarkable centuries from both teams, Virat Kohli's magnificent hundred for Royal Challengers Bangalore stole the spotlight, despite Heinrich Klaasen's outstanding display for Sunrisers Hyderabad on Thursday, May 18, 2023, night.

Amritpal Singh's 4 aides taken to Assam; Punjab extends internet ban

Amritpal Singh's 4 aides taken to Assam; Punjab extends internet ban

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

The state authorities had on Saturday suspended the internet and SMS services till Sunday noon.

Jairam lodges protest with Dhankar over sending Forest Bill to joint committee

Jairam lodges protest with Dhankar over sending Forest Bill to joint committee

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

In a letter to Dhankhar, Ramesh said sending the Bill to the joint committee of both Houses means "devaluation and denigration" of the status and functions of the standing committee.