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Qatar rejects refugee football fans for FIFA World Cup

Qatar rejects refugee football fans for FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

They all spoke of their disappointment at the decisions, given the historic moment of it being held in the Middle East.

UP ATS arrests Jaish terrorist for plot to kill Nupur Sharma

UP ATS arrests Jaish terrorist for plot to kill Nupur Sharma

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

The Anti-Terrorist Squad of Uttar Pradesh Police on Friday arrested an alleged terrorist linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed, who was tasked with carrying out a fidayeen attack on suspended Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Nupur Sharma.

There is only one victim in this case, and it is Israel

There is only one victim in this case, and it is Israel

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

There is only one perpetrator, Hamas. It is a terrorist organisation. It is obscene to argue that until the Palestinian question is solved, anybody has the right to use terrorism as an instrument of policy, argues Shekhar Gupta.

At least 200 Israelis killed in Hamas's worst ever attack

At least 200 Israelis killed in Hamas's worst ever attack

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

A surprise attack by Hamas militants from Gaza at daybreak killed at least 200 Israelis on Saturday even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared "war" and said his country would extract an "unprecedented price" from its enemy.

NIA court awards death to 7 ISIS operatives for bombing Bhopal-Ujjain train

NIA court awards death to 7 ISIS operatives for bombing Bhopal-Ujjain train

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Pronouncing the sentence, Judge V S Tripathi observed that the case fell in the rarest of rare category and as such the convicts were entitled to the severest punishment.

Accused in Mangaluru blast received IS training, trained 40 others: Union minister

Accused in Mangaluru blast received IS training, trained 40 others: Union minister

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Shobha Karandlaje on Friday said the Mangaluru blast accused had got 'Islamic State training' and had imparted the same to more than 40 people.

2 suspected ISIS members held in Bengaluru

2 suspected ISIS members held in Bengaluru

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Ahamed Abdul Cader, 40, hailing from Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu and Irfan Nasir, 33, from Frazer Town in Bengaluru were arrested by the NIA sleuths on Wednesday.

Delhites..How To Spend The G20 Weekend

Delhites..How To Spend The G20 Weekend

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

The two obvious best choices are to combine OTT viewing time with some good eating, because Joe, Rishi and Co don't have to be the only ones dining well.

Post-quake anger changes poll scene in Turkey

Post-quake anger changes poll scene in Turkey

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

For the first time in 20 years, Erdogan's political future is really on the line. He must now prove that he is a leader who can get things done and can mobilise effectively the machine of the state to provide relief to the affected people and help them rebuild their homes and their lives.

'Israelis are committing genocide'

'Israelis are committing genocide'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

'What's happening in Gaza is another ethnic cleansing, a repeat of what happened in 1948.' 'That is why people do not want to evacuate. Either you evacuate or you die.'

India votes to allow Zelenskyy's virtual address at UNGA

India votes to allow Zelenskyy's virtual address at UNGA

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

Over 100 countries, including India, voted in favour of allowing Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to address the high-level UN General Assembly session next week through a pre-recorded statement because of his need to deal with the war following Russia's invasion.

NDRF teams return from Turkiye with stories of love and affection

NDRF teams return from Turkiye with stories of love and affection

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

The entry of the 152-members three NDRF teams and six canines into the disaster zone was swift, and their exit "moving and emotional".

Day after US voices concern, Indian Army team joins Russian military drill

Day after US voices concern, Indian Army team joins Russian military drill

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

The exercise from September 1 to 7 is taking place at different locations in Russia's Far East amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Everyone's worried, says HC, calls for report on Delhi's earthquake readiness

Everyone's worried, says HC, calls for report on Delhi's earthquake readiness

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Everyone is concerned about the safety of their lives, the Delhi high court observed on Thursday while hearing a plea related to earthquake preparedness in the national capital.

Iran, Saudi to resume ties after China brokers peace

Iran, Saudi to resume ties after China brokers peace

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Iran and Saudi Arabia have agreed to re-establish diplomatic relations and reopen embassies after talks in Beijing between officials from the two rival Middle East powers, Iranian state media reported on Friday.

The Ban Baaja Baraat

The Ban Baaja Baraat

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The Kerala Story is among a long list of films that invited bans and censorship.

Coimbatore car blast a bid to unleash terror attack on Deepavali eve: Governor

Coimbatore car blast a bid to unleash terror attack on Deepavali eve: Governor

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

The explosives found later and IED-making chemicals and what goes into them were enough to suggest that they had planned a series of attacks, Ravi said.

You Must Watch This Heart-Breaking Film

You Must Watch This Heart-Breaking Film

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

'Yellow Bus is a heart-breaking story based on a real incident and will strike a chord with mothers across the world.'

Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke Review: Earnest

Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke Review: Earnest

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

If Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke differs from other shows in the crowded genre, it is because the two lead characters are women, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Now, Watch Kantara on OTT

Now, Watch Kantara on OTT

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Blockbusters of the year, serial killer of Bollywood movie critics, goth teen queens discovering psychic powers and Groot in holiday mood, it's all there on OTT this week.

Hellfire, America's secret, most potent missile to pinpoint terrorists

Hellfire, America's secret, most potent missile to pinpoint terrorists

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

The US drone strike that killed Al Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri on the balcony of a safe house in downtown Kabul points to the use of secret Hellfire missiles by the CIA as there was no explosion and, according to American President Joe Biden, "no civilian casualties" either.

'I meet young girls who find The Kerala Story cool'

'I meet young girls who find The Kerala Story cool'

Rediff.com18 May 2023

'The Kerala Story is no longer just another film, it's become a movement.'

Didn't hesitate in raising our voice: India on 2-year UNSC presidency

Didn't hesitate in raising our voice: India on 2-year UNSC presidency

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

India on Thursday (local time) wrapped up its December Presidency of the United Nations Security Council with a special focus on terrorism, Global South and maritime security.

Islamic State defeated as final territory lost

Islamic State defeated as final territory lost

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

The capture of Baghouz comes almost three months (December 2018) after US President Trump declared that IS had been defeated in Syria.

Mangaluru blast accused 'inspired' by global terrorist outfit

Mangaluru blast accused 'inspired' by global terrorist outfit

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Police found materials that go into making bomb from the rented house in Mysuru of Mangaluru autorickshaw blast accused Mohammed Shariq, who was 'influenced and inspired' by a global terrorist organisation, a senior police officer said on Monday.

Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Turkey's economy

Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Turkey's economy

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

Trump defended his decision saying that the United States has done its part and now it is the time for other regional players to play their part.

Nikki Haley, the doer who loves to be underestimated

Nikki Haley, the doer who loves to be underestimated

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Dubbed as "Jobs Governor", Haley turned South Carolina's economy around during her tenure as governor and transforming the state into a manufacturing powerhouse. She cut taxes, repealed burdensome regulations, and turned South Carolina into "the Beast of the Southeast". Under her leadership, figures note, the state's unemployment rate hit a 15-year low, and when she left office, South Carolina was at full employment.

Trump imposes sanctions on Turkey, says prepared to 'swiftly destroy' its economy

Trump imposes sanctions on Turkey, says prepared to 'swiftly destroy' its economy

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

The order gives the state and treasury departments authority to consider and impose sanctions on individuals, entities or associates of the Turkish government involved in actions that endanger civilians or lead to the further deterioration of peace, security and stability in northeast Syria.

Take back over 800 Islamic State fighters: Trump tells European allies

Take back over 800 Islamic State fighters: Trump tells European allies

Rediff.com17 Feb 2019

He also warned the Islamic State that America would hit them hard from nearby military bases if the terror outfit regains momentum.

Biden signs order to end Trump's Muslim travel ban

Biden signs order to end Trump's Muslim travel ban

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

The Muslim ban initially restricted travel from seven Muslim-majority nations: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.

The Importance Of Nancy Pelosi

The Importance Of Nancy Pelosi

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Nancy Pelosi's gritty refusal to backtrack on her plans to visit Taiwan is part of who she is.

Ulema's role crucial in countering extremism, radicalisation: Ajit Doval

Ulema's role crucial in countering extremism, radicalisation: Ajit Doval

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The ulema have a leading role in educating the people on the original tolerant and moderate principles of Islam and countering extremism with progressive ideas and thought, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval said Tuesday.

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