News for 'Swat'

ICC Awards: Root Test player of the year; Babar bags ODI award

ICC Awards: Root Test player of the year; Babar bags ODI award

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

Pakistan captain Babar Azam was named the International Cricket Council's ODI Cricketer of the Year following his exploits in 2021 when he scored 405 runs in six games at an average of 67.50.

Pakistan: Awami National Party leader killed in blast

Pakistan: Awami National Party leader killed in blast

Rediff.com14 Apr 2013

A leader of the secular Awami National Party was killed and another injured in two roadside bomb attacks in Pakistan's restive northwest on Sunday, the latest in a string of strikes by the Taliban against the party's workers ahead of the May 11 polls.

Djokovic gets second bite at history in the Big Apple

Djokovic gets second bite at history in the Big Apple

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

After an Olympic stumble Novak Djokovic will get a second bite at history in the Big Apple with a calendar year Grand Slam there for the taking at the US Open.

Three men arrested for attack on Pak girl Malala

Three men arrested for attack on Pak girl Malala

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

In an "important breakthrough", three men have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in the near-fatal attack on teenage rights activist Malala Yousufzai in Swat, a former stronghold of the Taliban in northwest Pakistan, police said on Friday.

Tennis: Barty sets up Sabalenka final in Madrid

Tennis: Barty sets up Sabalenka final in Madrid

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Hewitt defers Hall of Fame induction due to travel restrictions

Former Pak senator named accused in Sikh lawmaker murder case

Former Pak senator named accused in Sikh lawmaker murder case

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Former senator Amarjeet Malhotra has been included in the list of suspects involved in the killing of Singh, 52, who was the Special Assistant to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister on minority affairs.

Hina Khan, Pakistan's next Malala?

Hina Khan, Pakistan's next Malala?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2012

Weeks after teen education campaigner Malala Yousufzai was attacked by the Taliban for advocating girls' right to education, another school girl from Swat, who raised her voice publicly against Taliban atrocities in the Malakand Valley, has claimed to be on the Taliban's hit list

SPEAK UP! Pakistan. Before it is too LATE

SPEAK UP! Pakistan. Before it is too LATE

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

The Malala Yusufzai shooting reveals yet again how Pakistan is held hostage to religious bigotry, warns A Jillani.

Malala Yousafzai: The young girl who took on the Taliban

Malala Yousafzai: The young girl who took on the Taliban

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

The Taliban attacked 14-year-old Malala Yousafzai, a campaigner for girls' rights, because she criticised the Taliban's activities via her blog, reports Tahir Ali.

Pak Taliban on comeback trail in non-tribal areas

Pak Taliban on comeback trail in non-tribal areas

Rediff.com14 Jul 2012

The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan militants have found sanctuary in Afghanistan's eastern provinces, which are under the Haqqani network's control, reports B Raman

Pak Taliban claims to be using Afghan soil

Pak Taliban claims to be using Afghan soil

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

The banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan has admitted for the first time that it is using Afghan soil as a springboard for launching attacks on Pakistani security forces.

Pak: 14-yr-old girl who took on Taliban in blog attacked

Pak: 14-yr-old girl who took on Taliban in blog attacked

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

A 14-year-old Pakistani schoolgirl who spoke out against Taliban atrocities in their former stronghold of Swat was on Tuesday shot in the head and seriously injured, with the banned outfit saying they had targeted her for her "pro-West" views.

PIX: Pucovski, Labuschagne give Australia upperhand

PIX: Pucovski, Labuschagne give Australia upperhand

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Australia looked destined for their biggest score of the series against India after a half century from debutant opener Will Pucovski helped them to 166 for two at the end of the rain-disrupted first day of the third Test in Sydney on Thursday.

US Open champ Raducanu's 'just enjoying the moment'

US Open champ Raducanu's 'just enjoying the moment'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

'I definitely think it's the time to just switch off from any future thoughts or any plans, any schedule. I've got absolutely no clue. Right now, no care in the world, I'm just loving life.'

PHOTOS: Nari Shakti leads the way at R-Day parade

PHOTOS: Nari Shakti leads the way at R-Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

Not just the parade, 36 SWAT women commandos, who were formally inducted in Delhi Police's Special Weapons and Tactics unit were also part of the Delhi's security arrangement.

EPL: Chelsea keep title hopes alive; Liverpool edge closer to City

EPL: Chelsea keep title hopes alive; Liverpool edge closer to City

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

Chelsea kept alive their remote Premier League title chances with a 2-0 win over London rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, set on their way by an exquisite strike from Hakim Ziyech which was quickly followed up by a Thiago Silva header.

Oldest TT Olympian gears up for Tokyo despite coronavirus crisis

Oldest TT Olympian gears up for Tokyo despite coronavirus crisis

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

At almost 57, Ni Xialian has competed in the 2000, 2008, 2012 and 2016 Olympics, achieving her best result when, aged 37, she reached the last 16 in Sydney. She hopes Tokyo 2020 will go ahead.

Taliban terrorist who shot Malala escapes Pak prison

Taliban terrorist who shot Malala escapes Pak prison

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

Ehsanullah Ehsan said that he will release a detailed statement later in which he will mention the agreement he made with the Pakistani security authorities.

What's HOT on OTT this week

What's HOT on OTT this week

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

A demon-hunting spirit takes possession of a frail teenager, an up, close and portentous encounter in the cocaine trade, Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri's Neelam connection, a 21-year-old Kurdish cop understanding the mechanics of war, Gena Rowlands setting the benchmark for badassery -- Sukanya Verma brings all this and more on the OTT scene this week.

Football: Real Madrid keep pressure on Atletico

Football: Real Madrid keep pressure on Atletico

Rediff.com14 May 2021

Real Madrid swatted aside Granada 4-1 on Thursday to ensure the La Liga title race will go down to the wire.

India fanning terrorism inside Pak: Malik

India fanning terrorism inside Pak: Malik

Rediff.com24 Sep 2009

In an interview to a private television channel, Malik claimed that extremists who were apprehended during raids in the Swat Valley have confirmed India's hand in terror activities inside Pakistan.

Karachi: Key Taliban commander arrested

Karachi: Key Taliban commander arrested

Rediff.com15 Dec 2009

A key commander of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban, who was involved in number of attacks on security forces and checkposts in Swat valley, has been arrested in Karachi.

Turning Point: Tewatia changes the game in 10 minutes

Turning Point: Tewatia changes the game in 10 minutes

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

At one stage, Rahul Tewatia was struggling on 17 from 23 balls, before he smashed his way to a remarkable 53 from 30 balls to help Rajasthan Royals make IPL history.

'Taliban to intensify attacks during Ramzan'

'Taliban to intensify attacks during Ramzan'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2009

Since being ousted of the main towns of the Swat valley during the recent military operation, Maulana Fazlullah-led Taliban are making preparation for new offensive during the month of Ramzan. According to Taliban, the holy warriors always achieved high targets during this month, so they would go all out to retake the valley of Swat.

Taliban leader hints it may not fight for Kashmir

Taliban leader hints it may not fight for Kashmir

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

Pakistan's Taliban leader Maulana Sufi Mohammed has indicated that Tehrik Nifaz Shariat-e-Mohammedi, which signed a peace deal with Pakistan government in restive Swat region, would not wage a struggle for Kashmiris.

Pakistan paid $ 6mn  to Taliban for ceasefire

Pakistan paid $ 6mn to Taliban for ceasefire

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

The Taliban in Pakistan's restive Swat valley received US $ 6 million in compensation from the government after agreeing to a ceasefire with security forces for an indefinite period, a media report said on Tuesday.

Zawahiri urges Pakistanis to join Jihad

Zawahiri urges Pakistanis to join Jihad

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

Ayman al-Zawahiri, the second-in-command in the Al Qaeda, has urged the citizens of Pakistan to join a Jihad to thwart 'America's attempts to divide Pakistan'.Zawahiri's statement comes in the wake of Pakistani Taliban chief Baitullah Mehsud's death in an American missile strike and an intensive operation launched by the Pakistan army to flush out Taliban militants from the Swat valley.

US announces $ 100 mn humanitarian aid to Pak

US announces $ 100 mn humanitarian aid to Pak

Rediff.com19 May 2009

The United States on Tuesday announced a US $ 100 million humanitarian to Pakistan to counter the appeal of the Taliban among the nearly 2 million civilians displaced by the military operations against the militants in the Swat Valley and adjoining areas.

Taliban withdraws from Buner after deal

Taliban withdraws from Buner after deal

Rediff.com24 Apr 2009

Heavily armed Taliban on Friday began pulling out from the strategic Buner town and were returning to their bastion in Swat valley after a deal was brokered by hardline cleric Sufi Mohammed, amid intense global pressure on Pakistan over the presence of militants so close to Islamabad.

Taliban vows to enforce Shariah across Pakistan

Taliban vows to enforce Shariah across Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Apr 2009

A resurgent Taliban in Pakistan's northwestern Swat valley on Monday vowed to enforce Islamic laws across the country while ruling out the possibility of laying down arms, following the implementation of Sharia in the region.The Sharia or Islamic law regime approved recently by President Asif Ali Zardari will not be confined to Malakand division, which includes Swat, and the Taliban wants the system to be enforced in other parts of Pakistan, Taliban spokesman said.

What Krishna expects from Pakistan

What Krishna expects from Pakistan

Rediff.com23 Jul 2009

India on Thursday asked Pakistan to demonstrate the same 'force' to deal with terror groups like Laskar-e-Tayiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed like it has done against the Taliban in Swat Valley.

Taliban using mosques as 'recruitment centres'

Taliban using mosques as 'recruitment centres'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2009

Almost all mosques in villages in Buner district are being used by the Taliban to recruit local residents for their cause of enforcing Sharia or Islamic law in the Malakand division, which includes Swat, and the rest of the country, media reports said on Monday.

Taliban pose a danger to US, India: Zardari

Taliban pose a danger to US, India: Zardari

Rediff.com20 Feb 2009

The Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has acknowledged that the Taliban, with whom his government reached a truce deal in the restive Swat valley days ago, are "murderous thugs and militants" who "pose a danger to Pakistan, the United States and India".

Can Djokovic dethrone claycourt king Nadal?

Can Djokovic dethrone claycourt king Nadal?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Novak Djokovic has suffered more than his fair share of heartache against Rafael Nadal at the French Open but Sunday's final offers him a chance to dethrone the claycourt king.

Combing Op at IAF base over but alert in Pathankot, Gurdaspur continues

Combing Op at IAF base over but alert in Pathankot, Gurdaspur continues

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

The massive combing operation at the sprawling Air Force station in Pathankot ended on Friday, seven days after six terrorists struck.

PHOTOS: India preps for I-Day

PHOTOS: India preps for I-Day

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

India will be ushering into the 73rd year of freedom and will celebrate Independence Day on August 15, 2019. It was on August 15, 1947, when India gained freedom from the British Rule and decided to be an independent democracy. As India steps into its 73rd Independence Day on August 15, the preparations for the celebration are in full swing. Take a look.

Suicide attack in Pakistan kills 20, several hurt

Suicide attack in Pakistan kills 20, several hurt

Rediff.com23 Aug 2008

The attacker drove the vehicle into the police station at Charbagh, located about 10 km from Mingora, the main town of Swat district, on Saturday morning. Saturday's bombing was the third suicide attack in Pakistan since Tuesday, when 78 people were killed when a suicide bomber blew himself up in a hospital at Dera Ismail Khan city in the same province.

US Open to get first new champ in six years. Will it be Thiem or Zverev?

US Open to get first new champ in six years. Will it be Thiem or Zverev?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

Federer and Nadal had both opted out of this year's tournament, while Djokovic exited in the fourth round after an infamous swat of his racket sent a tennis ball into a line judge's neck.

200 killed, 1,300 hurt as 7.5 magnitude quake jolts Pakistan

200 killed, 1,300 hurt as 7.5 magnitude quake jolts Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

At least 200 people were killed and more than 1,300 others injured today as a powerful 7.5- magnitude earthquake -- the strongest in 10 years --rocked Pakistan, sending severe shock waves as far as Punjab and PoK.

Pak launches fresh attack on pro-Taliban forces

Pak launches fresh attack on pro-Taliban forces

Rediff.com6 Jan 2008

The Pakistan Army on Sunday launched a fresh drive against pro-Taliban militants in the northwestern Swat region amidst indications that the security forces would adopt a tougher approach against the ultras in the tribal areas bordering Afghanistan.