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T20 WC: Bangladesh look to seal Super Eight spot

T20 WC: Bangladesh look to seal Super Eight spot

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

New Zealand eye consolatory win over PNG

T20 WC: England's bowling faces Aussie firepower

T20 WC: England's bowling faces Aussie firepower

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

England will be looking to bounce back from a rain-affected opening match and solidify their T20 World Cup campaign

Box Office: Vijay's Leo Defeats Ganapath, Tiger

Box Office: Vijay's Leo Defeats Ganapath, Tiger

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

As many as five major films released last Friday, and four among these had a south connection.

On Kargil Vijay Diwas, Modi hails Agnipath, targets Opposition

On Kargil Vijay Diwas, Modi hails Agnipath, targets Opposition

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the Agnipath scheme is an example of necessary reforms undertaken by the Army and accused the opposition of playing politics over the recruitment process aimed at keeping the average age in armed forces young.

Indian Air Force is 'in a crisis', says US think tank

Indian Air Force is 'in a crisis', says US think tank

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

The report authored by Ashley Tellis, the top American expert on India and South Asia, states that the IAF's fighter force is weaker than numbers suggest.

ICC Men's ODI World Cup: Full List of confirmed squads

ICC Men's ODI World Cup: Full List of confirmed squads

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Ahead of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023, here's a full list of the final squads of all ten teams.

IAF to have all 42 squadrons flying by 2027?

IAF to have all 42 squadrons flying by 2027?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

The IAF chief stressed on the ongoing development of advanced landing ground along the Himalayas.

PICS: Stokes earns England consolation win over Dutch

PICS: Stokes earns England consolation win over Dutch

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Images from the ICC World Cup match between England and the Netherlands, at the Maharashtra Cricket Association stadium, in Pune, on Wednesday.

Will These South Movies Be Blockbusters?

Will These South Movies Be Blockbusters?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Will these 2024 releases -- bookended by Rajinikanth no less -- make a dhamaka at the box office?

Can Netherlands check New Zealand's blazing start?

Can Netherlands check New Zealand's blazing start?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Having already played their opening encounters in the ongoing cricket World Cup, it is time for New Zealand and the Netherlands to venture deep into the tournament as they face each other in Hyderabad on Monday.

5 ways the IAF can be battle ready

5 ways the IAF can be battle ready

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

'While fighter pilots must not be sent into combat in inferior aircraft, an obsessive quest for outright combat superiority will leave an air force short of numbers,' says Ajai Shukla.

Kohli eyes historic 50 as India take Netherlands test

Kohli eyes historic 50 as India take Netherlands test

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

The marauding Indians haven't put a foot wrong in their authoritative run in the World Cup, and it won't be a surprise if they go about plundering the Netherlands in their final league game, where Virat Kohl will have a perfect opportunity to scale 'Mount 50' at his spiritual home.

Have You Seen Pool Garba?

Have You Seen Pool Garba?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.

What Boeing wants to supply IAF, navy

What Boeing wants to supply IAF, navy

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Boeing is pressing hard to win the Indian Navy contract for 57 aircraft carrier-borne fighters. It could offer the Super Hornet in the ongoing IAF procurement of 114 medium fighters; its upgraded F-15EX fighter also on the list.

IAF's Jaguars face retirement by 2024

IAF's Jaguars face retirement by 2024

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

The retirement of the Jaguar would create a six squadron gap in the IAF's combat fleet which would cost $20 billion-$30 billion to fill.

MoD's Big Made In India Push

MoD's Big Made In India Push

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Banning the import of platforms that are already being built in India serves little purpose.

Out of WC, England, Netherlands eye Champions Trophy qualification

Out of WC, England, Netherlands eye Champions Trophy qualification

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

To avoid the ignominy of missing the cut for the prestigious Champions Trophy, England must win their remaining two fixtures against the Netherlands and Pakistan.

TT legend Anchata Kamal to get Khel Ratna

TT legend Anchata Kamal to get Khel Ratna

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

While Sharath is the lone Khel Ratna award recipient, a total of 25 athletes including shuttlers Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, woman boxer Nikhat Zareen, athletes Eldhose Paul, Avinash Sable have been nominated for the Arjuna Award this year.

When will IAF pay HAL its pending bill?

When will IAF pay HAL its pending bill?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

Despite pending payments of over Rs 20,000 crore, HAL revenue grew 6% against the previous year.

DRDO fights Covid, without ignoring defence research

DRDO fights Covid, without ignoring defence research

Rediff.com22 May 2021

As remarkable as DRDO's contribution in containing and treating COVID-19 has been, its success over the last 15 months has been in its primary role of developing conventional defence equipment and technologies.

The Fighter Absurdity Goes Beyond The Thinkable

The Fighter Absurdity Goes Beyond The Thinkable

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Bullets fly, the noise becomes unbearable and the plot finally ends with the hero doing an unbelievable leap on to the ski of the helicopter aka Schwarzenegger, flown by our pretty heroine. UFF UFF! Squirming in my seat, I ponder over what I have been through, sighs Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Spinners make Afghanistan favourites against Holland

Spinners make Afghanistan favourites against Holland

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Afghanistan (6 points) will not only look to secure two points against the Dutch (4 points) but also aim to win big and improve the net run-rate

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.

What HAL plans to do after Sukhoi-30MKIs

What HAL plans to do after Sukhoi-30MKIs

Rediff.com15 May 2021

Top HAL sources say the AMCA, which is being developed as the IAF's next-generation stealth fighter, is slated to be assembled at HAL Nashik.

Resurgent Australia aim to continue winning run vs Dutch

Resurgent Australia aim to continue winning run vs Dutch

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Australia will look for another dominating show but need to be cautious when they face a tenacious Netherlands in the World Cup 2023 match in New Delhi.

Modi leaves for Egypt after concluding US State Visit

Modi leaves for Egypt after concluding US State Visit

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The two-day State Visit to Egypt at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is also the first bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister since 1997.

Why IAF wants 1980s MiG-29s

Why IAF wants 1980s MiG-29s

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

'We found the MiG-29s to be in excellent condition. They could make an excellent addition to our fleet,' a senior air marshal tells Ajai Shukla.

IAF vice chief rebukes critics of Rafale deal

IAF vice chief rebukes critics of Rafale deal

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

NSA Doval, defence top brass brief Union ministers on the deal to help them counter Opposition charges.

Will Mr Jaitley bite the 'swadeshi' bullet?

Will Mr Jaitley bite the 'swadeshi' bullet?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

What the new defence minister does with the Rafale fighter jet deal will decide if India wants to build genuine, long-term defence capability through an indigenous product that slashes life-cycle costs, or opt for glitzy signing ceremony with foreign vendors that would please the public, says Ajai Shukla.

New blacklisting policy: No blanket ban on firms indulging in corruption

New blacklisting policy: No blanket ban on firms indulging in corruption

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

The new policy would also allow many of the stuck programmes, like the heavy weight torpedos for the six Scorpene submarines, to move ahead with clarity.

India to begin trials of 160 km air to air missiles this year

India to begin trials of 160 km air to air missiles this year

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

The extended range Astra Mark 2 would give India an edge over its adversaries and would add more lethality to its fighter jets in aerial combat, like the one which happened a day after the Balakot airstrikes on February 26, 2019.

Will Kartik-Kiara Make Magic Again?

Will Kartik-Kiara Make Magic Again?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

There's so much entertainment coming up in April, May, June 2023.

IAF showcases Rafale, Sukhoi on 89th foundation day

IAF showcases Rafale, Sukhoi on 89th foundation day

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Celebrating its 89th anniversary, the Indian Air Force on Friday put up a dazzling show with 75 aircraft, drawn from its vintage and modern fleet, performing skilful manoeuvres also marking the platinum jubilee year of India's Independence.

Can India Be A Developed Nation By 2047?

Can India Be A Developed Nation By 2047?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

One hopes in his next term, Narendra Modi will take up the mission of inculcating respect for following rules in Indians as a mission. Therein lies the chance for India to become a developed country, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Ladakh Stand-Off: What India is Buying in a Hurry

Ladakh Stand-Off: What India is Buying in a Hurry

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

On the shopping list: Light tanks, anti-tank guided missiles, UAVs, assault rifles, fighter aircraft.

Group Capt Varun Singh's funeral to be held in Bhopal on Friday

Group Capt Varun Singh's funeral to be held in Bhopal on Friday

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

He was the lone survivor of the crash in which Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika and 11 armed forces personnel were killed.

Superheroes. Super cops. Super Fun

Superheroes. Super cops. Super Fun

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Super heroes, super cops, super fun. Sukanya Verma tells us it's all there on OTT this week.

R-Day parade weapons send Russia a message

R-Day parade weapons send Russia a message

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

American armaments dominated the defence services's show of weaponry.

Ranji: Ignored for Aus Tests, Sarfaraz hits another ton

Ranji: Ignored for Aus Tests, Sarfaraz hits another ton

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

A round-up of the first day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country, on Tuesday.

STRONG WOMEN Coming To A Theatre Near You

STRONG WOMEN Coming To A Theatre Near You

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

What better occasion than International Women's Day to take a look?