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JNU violence: Shah speaks to Delhi CP; MHA seeks report

JNU violence: Shah speaks to Delhi CP; MHA seeks report

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Shah is also believed to have directed the police commissioner to take all possible steps to ensure peace at JNU.

With eye on China, PM's Op-Ed hails India-Japan ties

With eye on China, PM's Op-Ed hails India-Japan ties

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Prime Minister Modi, who is in Japan on a two-day visit to attend a summit of the Quad leaders at the invitation of his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida, penned an op-ed on the vibrant relations between India and Japan in the Yomiuri Shimbun.

'Terrorism in Kashmir will remain a chronic problem'

'Terrorism in Kashmir will remain a chronic problem'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

'There is a sustainable level of residual terrorism that will be difficult to handle as long as Pakistani support and safe havens are available.'

Peaceful and secure neighbourhood will yield 'rich dividends' for SAARC, says India

Peaceful and secure neighbourhood will yield 'rich dividends' for SAARC, says India

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

India said it firmly believes that a peaceful and secure neighbourhood will yield "rich dividends" for SAARC nations.

Northeast militants regrouping in China-Myanmar borderlands

Northeast militants regrouping in China-Myanmar borderlands

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Naga splinter groups impatient with stalled talks as well as rebel Manipuri groups who have a stake in disrupting upcoming elections to the state assembly, are believed to be regrouping in the borderlands of China's Yunnan province and Myanmar, taking advantage of the turmoil in the latter by using it as a transit corridor.

Doval highlights increasing rivalries in Indian Ocean at maritime security meet

Doval highlights increasing rivalries in Indian Ocean at maritime security meet

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Thursday called for seamless coordination among various agencies involved in protecting India's maritime interests in the face of emerging security challenges and increasing rivalries and competitions in the Indian Ocean.

3 arrested for Bajrang Dal member's murder, violence breaks out in Shivamogga

3 arrested for Bajrang Dal member's murder, violence breaks out in Shivamogga

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

According to official sources, there was stone pelting when the body of the deceased Harsha was being taken from District McGann Hospital in Shivamogga.

UK agrees to support India's defence manufacturing

UK agrees to support India's defence manufacturing

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

After his wide-ranging talks with Modi on the second and final day of his India visit, Johnson said the new defence and security partnership will enable India to strengthen its domestic defence industry as well as help the two countries protect vital shared interests in the Indo-Pacific.

Can't live under Taliban: Afghan students in India

Can't live under Taliban: Afghan students in India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

The Taliban have been known for using violence to force the people to accept their agenda and views, he added.

Ayodhya verdict: All schools, colleges shut in Delhi, UP, MP, K'taka

Ayodhya verdict: All schools, colleges shut in Delhi, UP, MP, K'taka

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

The Delhi government also advised all private schools to remain closed on November 9 as a precautionary measure in view of the verdict.

Don't shift border resolution goalpost: India envoy to China

Don't shift border resolution goalpost: India envoy to China

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

India has told China not to "shift goalposts" and "confuse" managing the border affairs and restoring peace at the frontiers with the larger issue of the resolution of the boundary question, which is dealt with by different designated mechanisms.

Shah Rukh, Ranbir visit Dilip Kumar's house

Shah Rukh, Ranbir visit Dilip Kumar's house

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Many film personalities paid rich tribute on social media, and many more visited his home in Pali Hill, Bandra, northwest Mumbai, to offer their condolences to Dilipsaab's wife, Saira Banu.

Chinese military personnel to get 40% pay hike: Report

Chinese military personnel to get 40% pay hike: Report

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

The "bumper" 40 per cent increase followed a number of sweeping reforms intended to transform the "bloated People's Liberation Army, into a more modern, nimble fighting force".

India, Australia decide to expand military engagements

India, Australia decide to expand military engagements

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

India and Australia on Saturday decided to expand military engagements across services and facilitate greater sharing of critical information in line with their resolve to significantly expand strategic ties.

Modi assures J-K youth in first visit after abrogation of Article 370

Modi assures J-K youth in first visit after abrogation of Article 370

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Reaching out to the youth of the Kashmir Valley, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spelled out initiatives for peace and development, and assured they will not inherit the problems faced by their parents and grandparents.

All eyes on SCO meet after Taliban takeover

All eyes on SCO meet after Taliban takeover

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

After two decades, the SCO appears to be at a cross-roads with the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, asserts Srikanth Kondapalli, the leading China expert.

Trade bodies impose 12-hr bandh in Nagaland over 'illegal taxation'

Trade bodies impose 12-hr bandh in Nagaland over 'illegal taxation'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The shutdown has been complete in not only major cities like Kohima, Dimapur and Mokokchung, but even smaller towns such as Tuli, Jalukie, Pfutsero, CNCCI president Khekugha Muru told PTI.

ASK ANU: Are You Living With A TOXIC Person?

ASK ANU: Are You Living With A TOXIC Person?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

If you feel that being around the person is physically and mentally draining, then it's a red flag that you should not ignore, warns mental health expert Anu Krishna.

Nobel Prize for Medicine goes to Hepatitis C discovery

Nobel Prize for Medicine goes to Hepatitis C discovery

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

British scientist Michael Houghton and American scientists Harvey J Alter and Charles M Rice were on Monday jointly awarded the 2020 Nobel Prize in Medicine.

'Do relationships with age gap work?'

'Do relationships with age gap work?'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Schools open in Kashmir; teachers report, students didn't

Schools open in Kashmir; teachers report, students didn't

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Officials said the government has made necessary arrangements for opening of 190 primary schools in Srinagar city as security forces remained deployed in most of the Valley.

Ex-TERI chief R K Pachauri passes away at 79

Ex-TERI chief R K Pachauri passes away at 79

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Pachauri was admitted to Escorts Heart Institute in the national capital where he underwent open heart surgery and was put on life support on Tuesday, sources said.

'India's greatest message is non-violence'

'India's greatest message is non-violence'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

'Every religion is sacred and beautiful. There's no reason for people to hate each other because they practise different faiths.'

Adani, Sitharaman line up for yoga session

Adani, Sitharaman line up for yoga session

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Billionaire Gautam Adani on Tuesday did an hour-long session of yoga exercises in the open air as he led corporate India to join the International Day of Yoga celebrations. Several public and private sector companies held yoga sessions at their offices to promote the adoption of exercise in daily routines to stay fit and healthy. Adani, chairman of logistics-to-energy conglomerate Adani Group, and his wife Priti, who heads the Adani Foundation, "participated with more than 1,000 members of the Adani Parivaar team to celebrate health, mindfulness and meditation," the group said in a statement. The session was held at a football ground at Adani Shantigram in Ahmedabad. Several other business leaders tweeted pictures of their yoga sessions.

Disengagement, de-escalation way forward to settle Ladakh issue: Rajnath

Disengagement, de-escalation way forward to settle Ladakh issue: Rajnath

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Singh also said that Indian troops are standing firm braving extreme weather and hostile forces to defend the country's territorial integrity.

FIFA, UEFA suspend Russia from all competitions

FIFA, UEFA suspend Russia from all competitions

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

'Football is in full solidarity with all the people affected in Ukraine. Both Presidents hope that the situation in Ukraine will improve significantly and rapidly so that football can again be a vector for unity and peace.'

Terror attacks in JK see major drop after scrapping Article 370: Govt in LS

Terror attacks in JK see major drop after scrapping Article 370: Govt in LS

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

The number of terror incidents in Jammu and Kashmir has shown significant decline since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, the Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

Officials 'intimidated' Indian journalists critical of govt: US report

Officials 'intimidated' Indian journalists critical of govt: US report

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

India in the past rejected similar reports.

Ansari sounds caution over 'imaginary practice of cultural nationalism'

Ansari sounds caution over 'imaginary practice of cultural nationalism'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Former vice president Hamid Ansari and four US lawmakers have expressed concern over the current human rights situation in India. They were speaking at a virtual panel discussion organised by the Indian American Muslim Council on Wednesday.

Countering Chinese Propaganda Act introduced in US Congress

Countering Chinese Propaganda Act introduced in US Congress

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

A legislation has been introduced in the United States Congress for countering the Chinese propaganda by creating a new sanctions authority against state-backed disinformation networks.

With eye on China, Rajnath stresses on maritime security in IOR

With eye on China, Rajnath stresses on maritime security in IOR

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Maritime resources will be key to sustained growth and development of nations across the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) in the ongoing century, he said delivering his keynote address at the IOR Defence Ministers' Conclave held on the margins of Aero India-2021, India's premier defence and aerospace show.

Punjab: Another man lynched for sacrilege bid, CM alleges poll link

Punjab: Another man lynched for sacrilege bid, CM alleges poll link

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

Some residents of village Nizampur claimed that the man disrespected the Nishan Sahib and tried to run away but was caught after a chase.

China listening, Jaishankar brings up territorial integrity at BRICS online meet

China listening, Jaishankar brings up territorial integrity at BRICS online meet

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

The five-nation grouping BRICS on Tuesday resolved to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including the cross-border movement of terrorists, and vowed to step up joint efforts in building support for an India-backed global framework to effectively deal with the menace.

'PFI crackdown doesn't mean all Muslims are terrorists'

'PFI crackdown doesn't mean all Muslims are terrorists'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

'Now that an extremist organisation like the PFI has been banned, it is time for the leaders to reach out to the minority community.' 'You need to have co-ordination between the State and the social fabric to send out the message that it is not directed at the community, and they should not feel vulnerable.'

After 2 days of peace, Kashmir under curfew once again

After 2 days of peace, Kashmir under curfew once again

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Curfew was lifted in most parts of Kashmir from Monday and it was completely withdrawn two days ago.

Lanka protesters surround PM Mahinda's residence

Lanka protesters surround PM Mahinda's residence

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Thousands of Inter University Students' Federation (IUSF) students were seen sloganeering outside the Prime Minister's Residence in Wijerama Mawatha.

Karnataka HC framed hijab issue in 4 question/answers

Karnataka HC framed hijab issue in 4 question/answers

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

The Karnataka high court, which dismissed a batch of petitions by some Muslim girls from Udupi seeking permission to wear the hijab inside classrooms of educational institutions, framed the entire case in the form of four questions and answered them accordingly.

Russian arms imports by India fell from 69% to 46%: Report

Russian arms imports by India fell from 69% to 46%: Report

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

In contrast, India's arms imports from France increased more than tenfold, making it India's second largest arms supplier in 2017-21, it stated.

Diplomatic recognition for Taliban only after government formation: China

Diplomatic recognition for Taliban only after government formation: China

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

"If we have to recognise a government, the first thing is that we will need to wait until the government is formed," Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said.

Soldiers open fire at Naga locals killing 14; jawan dies in rioting

Soldiers open fire at Naga locals killing 14; jawan dies in rioting

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

The first firing which killed six civilians, occurred when army personnel mistook coal mine workers returning home in a pick-up van singing songs on Saturday evening, to be insurgents belonging to the Yung Aung faction of the banned outfit National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), about whose movements they had been tipped-off.