News for 'Supreme Commander'

Salute These Brave Soldiers!

Salute These Brave Soldiers!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

The brave men who President Ram Nath Kovind, supreme commander of India's armed forces, awarded the Shaurya Chakra at the Defence Investiture ceremony on Monday, November 22, 2021.

'Congress high command never reached out to Pilot'

'Congress high command never reached out to Pilot'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

'These are lies that Priyanka Gandhi rung up Sachin Pilot.'

Gen Dunford new NATO commander in Afghanistan

Gen Dunford new NATO commander in Afghanistan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

"For more than a year, General Allen has served with distinction as the Commander of US Forces and NATO International Security Assistances Forces in Afghanistan, seeing us through a critical period in our military efforts and in Afghanistan's transition," Obama said.

'Pakistan Army Wants To Fix Imran Khan'

'Pakistan Army Wants To Fix Imran Khan'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

'Five months after the elections in February 2024, the Pakistan army has not been able to break Imran Khan's resolve and break his political party.'

'Pak-China Have Shifted Focus From K To J'

'Pak-China Have Shifted Focus From K To J'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

'The Galwan clash in 2020 resulted in a large number of troops being moved from J&K to Eastern Ladakh which caused a thinning of deployment in the Jammu area.'

Does A Democracy Need A Sengol?

Does A Democracy Need A Sengol?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

The sengol must revert to where it belongs -- behind a glass case and not figure in ceremonies concerning India's democracy, argues Shyam G Menon.

Israel vows to strike back as Iran fires 180 missiles

Israel vows to strike back as Iran fires 180 missiles

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Khamenei captioned the post as 'Victory from God and a near conquest...' In another post, he said, 'The strikes of the resistance front on the worn-out and decaying body of the Zionist regime will be more striking.'

A Resort Full Of Army, Cricket Memories

A Resort Full Of Army, Cricket Memories

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Run by a former cricketer and son of India's military heroes, Mike's Forest Retreat is an ode to all that we hold dear.

Kejriwal resigns, Atishi set to be next Delhi CM

Kejriwal resigns, Atishi set to be next Delhi CM

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The Aam Aadmi Party led by its chief minister designate Atishi staked claim to form a new government in Delhi on Tuesday shortly after Arvind Kejriwal resigned from the post, an effort seen as a bold gambit to seize the initiative ahead of assembly elections due in five months.

Will Udhayanidhi Be Stalin's Successor?

Will Udhayanidhi Be Stalin's Successor?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Always interesting, DMK politics is going to get even more absorbing in the days to come, predicts Aditi Phadnis.

Kalki 2898 AD Review: The Force Is Strong

Kalki 2898 AD Review: The Force Is Strong

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Prabhas may be the face of Kalki 2898 AD's heroics but the real bang for your buck is delivered in Amitabh Bachchan's indefatigable energy providing Kalki's biggest wolf-whistle moments, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Honouring The Fallen Of Operation Solki

Honouring The Fallen Of Operation Solki

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

Captain M V Pranjal of the Rashtriya Rifles, Captain Shubham Gupta of 9 Para, Havildar Abdul Majid of the Rashtriya Rifles, Lance Naik Sanjay Bisht of the Rashtriya Rifles and Commando Sachin Laur of 9 Para made the Supreme Sacrifice for the Motherland in Wednesday's Rajouri encounter.

Rajnath briefs President Kovind on copter crash

Rajnath briefs President Kovind on copter crash

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday called on President Ram Nath Kovind and briefed him about the chopper crash near Coonoor that killed Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika and 11 armed forces personnel.

Rajnath to brief President Kovind on Gen Rawat's chopper crash

Rajnath to brief President Kovind on Gen Rawat's chopper crash

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Official sources said Singh will brief President Kovind about the accident as well as the situation arising out of it.

Will Modi Let Omar Govern In Peace?

Will Modi Let Omar Govern In Peace?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Will Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who gets his orders from New Delhi, call the shots or allow a democratically elected government to independently govern, questions Ramesh Menon.

Classical ragas, mega drone show at Beating Retreat ceremony

Classical ragas, mega drone show at Beating Retreat ceremony

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

The ceremony will begin with the massed band's "Agniveer" tune which will be followed by the enthralling tunes like "Almora", "Kedar Nath", "Sangam Dur", "Queen of Satpura", "Bhagirathi", "Konkan Sundari" by pipes and drums band, the defence ministry statement said.

CBI tells SC why it arrested Kejriwal

CBI tells SC why it arrested Kejriwal

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday defended in the Supreme Court the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, saying it was necessary as he chose to remain evasive and non-cooperative in his replies to questions about his role in the alleged excise policy scam.

Prez approves Gallantry awards; Army dog Axel to be honoured

Prez approves Gallantry awards; Army dog Axel to be honoured

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

The Army had paid rich tributes to 'Axel', a Belgian Malinois.

10 Times Arvind Kejriwal Made Headlines

10 Times Arvind Kejriwal Made Headlines

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

From the time he first rose to prominence during the movement against the then UPA government, Arvind Kejriwal has regularly grabbed headlines for his surprise moves and decisions. Here are 10 such instances.

Video shows Hizbul commander speaking of establishing IS-like caliphate in J&K

Video shows Hizbul commander speaking of establishing IS-like caliphate in J&K

Rediff.com12 May 2017

While confirming that the voice in the slideshow was that of Moosa, senior police officials did not rule out the possibility that the banned IS terror group was trying to create a base in the Valley.

'Everyone's President' Kovind completes 4 years in office

'Everyone's President' Kovind completes 4 years in office

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

Kovind, aged 76, was sworn in as the 14th President of India on 25 July, 2017.

Explained: The Supreme Court verdict on Maharashtra

Explained: The Supreme Court verdict on Maharashtra

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

'When it is an open ballot, the division taking place in the open house will be for all to see.' 'As they say sunlight is the best disinfectant, this (aspect of the order) brings in transparency and it's in keeping with the best democratic principles.'

NIA attaches properties of Hizbul chief Salahuddin's sons in Kashmir

NIA attaches properties of Hizbul chief Salahuddin's sons in Kashmir

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Authorities on Monday attached a house belonging to Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin's son in the city's Ram Bagh area, officials said.

Rajnath's Shastra Puja Message For China

Rajnath's Shastra Puja Message For China

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Each time an Indian minister visits Arunachal Pradesh, the tinpot Communists in Beijing's Zhongnanhai get worked up and mutter threats.

Is Priyanka A Political Tourist In Wayanad?

Is Priyanka A Political Tourist In Wayanad?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

When it comes to the Congress and Wayanad, the only way the scepticism in the minds of some in Kerala may be addressed is by the Gandhi family proving that they are more than a passing caravan in town, reports Shyam G Menon.

Army Chief In South Korea; Kim Celebrates In North

Army Chief In South Korea; Kim Celebrates In North

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

General Manoj C Pande, India's chief of army staff, visited military establishments in South Korea and interacted with the republic's senior military leadership.

India's naval might in full display at President's Fleet Review

India's naval might in full display at President's Fleet Review

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

The theme of the President's Fleet Review-2022 was 'Indian Navy -- 75 years in Service of the Nation', commemorating the Azaadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.

Army's Northern Command celebrates 68th Infantry Day

Army's Northern Command celebrates 68th Infantry Day

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

To honour the supreme sacrifice of the infantry in fighting the Pakistani raiders in Jammu and Kashmir in 1947, the Indian Army on Tuesday celebrated its 68th Infantry Day with traditional solemnity and gaiety all across the Northern Command.

The Bravest Of The Brave

The Bravest Of The Brave

Rediff.com11 May 2022

President Ram Nath Kovind -- supreme commander of India's defence forces -- conveyed the nation's deepest gratitude to bravehearts who had protected the motherland from harm at the Defence Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday May 10, 2022.

What Message Will The J&K Polls Have For India?

What Message Will The J&K Polls Have For India?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

'With all outlets of public expression virtually choked for the last five years, suppressed anger and frustration is looking for an opening via the ballot box.' 'There is no escape from the inevitability of the 'Engineer Rashid' factor surfacing in a big enough way to upset everyone's applecart,' alerts Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the veteran commentator on Kashmir affairs.

Will India That Is Bharat Become Ram Rajya Now?

Will India That Is Bharat Become Ram Rajya Now?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Will BJP campaigners start using the term 'Ram Rajya' to refer to the nation under Modi's rule, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Glimpses From An Important Day in History

Glimpses From An Important Day in History

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

The first President born after Independence takes office.

Why Nagaland Is Baying For Army's Blood

Why Nagaland Is Baying For Army's Blood

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

'It is in the interest of China and Pakistan to give a bad name to the Indian Army and remove AFSPA 'completely' from the north east.' 'Hopefully, better sense will prevail and the ground realities of the army countering insurgency in the north east acknowledged,' asserts Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Gen Naravane will be remembered for resolute reply in Ladakh: Govt

Gen Naravane will be remembered for resolute reply in Ladakh: Govt

Rediff.com1 May 2022

The Defence Ministry said his tenure will be remembered for the 'resolute reply' to the Northern adversary in Eastern Ladakh and for a determined push towards self-reliance in defence besides embracing niche and disruptive technologies to fight future wars.

Days after Mumbai meet, INDIA partners AAP, Cong reject tie-up in Punjab

Days after Mumbai meet, INDIA partners AAP, Cong reject tie-up in Punjab

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Punjab Minister Anmol Gagan Mann on Wednesday said her Aam Aadmi Party will fight on all 13 parliamentary seats in the state.

HC says legal issues in Rahul's defamation plea, seeks AG's opinion

HC says legal issues in Rahul's defamation plea, seeks AG's opinion

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Hearing Gandhi's petition on Tuesday, Justice S V Kotwal of the high court noted that it raises some "important questions of law."

Remembering The Heroes Of Kargil

Remembering The Heroes Of Kargil

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Glimpses of the solemn ceremony Shaurya Sandhya ahead of the 24th Kargil Vijay Diwas, which commemorates India's victory in the 1999 Kargil War at the Kargil War Memorial, Dras, in Kargil, Ladakh.

Pakistan PM dedicates Eid to 'supreme sacrifices' of Kashmiris

Pakistan PM dedicates Eid to 'supreme sacrifices' of Kashmiris

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

We dedicate this Eid to the supreme sacrifices of Kashmiri people and we will continue doing so till the Kashmir issue is not resolved according to their (Kashmiri people) wishes," Nawaz Sharif said.

Retiring SC judge says tolerance must for each other's opinion

Retiring SC judge says tolerance must for each other's opinion

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

People must have tolerance for each other's opinion at a time when the tolerance level has gone down internationally, Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul said on Friday.

How To Prevent Terror On The High Seas

How To Prevent Terror On The High Seas

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

The world needs to wake up to this new dimension of war at sea and be prepared to face the 'unknown enemy' who have the advantage of attacking at their choice of location and time, cautions Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).