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India to ask Pakistan to seize assets of Dawood, Hafiz, Lakhvi

India to ask Pakistan to seize assets of Dawood, Hafiz, Lakhvi

Rediff.com24 May 2015

India is planning to ask Pakistan to seize assets of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and most wanted terrorists Hafiz Saeed and Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi as all three are in the United Nations Security Council's Al Qaeda sanctions list which makes it incumbent upon Islamabad to freeze their holdings.

20 passengers from UK test positive for COVID-19

20 passengers from UK test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

According to SOP, those testing positive will be isolated in a separate unit of an institutional facility.

In India, jobs the biggest casualty of coronavirus

In India, jobs the biggest casualty of coronavirus

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

'The impact of economic shocks on the labour markets is usually on the young who delay their entry in response to a fall in job opportunities,' says Mahesh Vyas.

'Mankad' no longer unfair play in cricket, says MCC

'Mankad' no longer unfair play in cricket, says MCC

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

The rarely used but entirely permissible "Mankad" method of dismissing batters will not be listed under unfair play in new laws approved by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC).

Delhi's air 'very poor' on morning after Diwali but better than previous yrs

Delhi's air 'very poor' on morning after Diwali but better than previous yrs

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

According to forecasting agencies, the city is set to record its best air quality for the day after Diwali since 2015 on Tuesday.

When US President Trump was a 'refugee'

When US President Trump was a 'refugee'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

A Syrian artist is highlighting the plight of his people with a series of striking paintings that cast some of the world's most powerful leaders as powerless refugees.

SC seeks Centre's response on new anti-terror law

SC seeks Centre's response on new anti-terror law

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

The bill for amendments to the UAPA was passed by Parliament on August 2 and it received the President's assent on August 9. The amended Act allows the Centre to designate individuals as terrorists and seize their properties.

'Refugees welcome here': Protesters rally across US

'Refugees welcome here': Protesters rally across US

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

Protesters gathered outside the White House and raised slogans like 'This is what America looks like!', 'The people united, will never be divided' and 'No hate, no fear, refugees are welcome here,' as they waved the American flag and held placards, opposing Trump's order to block any visitors for 90 days from seven designated countries: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.

Now, foreigners can travel to Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur unrestricted

Now, foreigners can travel to Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur unrestricted

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

Citizens from Pakistan, China and Afghanistan, however, continue to be banned from all PAP areas, including Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur.

'We don't believe in Wickremesinghe'

'We don't believe in Wickremesinghe'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

'If Ranil Wickremesinghe starts repressing and suppressing the protesters who represent the people, that will pose a danger for him to continue in office.'

Indian student of Pak varsity, father charged with terrorism, spying

Indian student of Pak varsity, father charged with terrorism, spying

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Officials said this was another example of Pakistan misusing higher studies as bait for recruitment in terror groups.

Djokovic's court defeat to shake up Australian Open draw

Djokovic's court defeat to shake up Australian Open draw

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

Djokovic had been favourite to win a 10th title at Melbourne Park and claim a 21st Grand Slam crown but the Serb now faces being deported from Australia.

South Africa promises 'secure bio-bubble' for Team India

South Africa promises 'secure bio-bubble' for Team India

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

South Africa's foreign ministry has said that a 'full bio-secure environment' will be created for the Indian cricket team when it lands in Johannesburg for a highly-anticipated series next month

Imran Khan supporters storm Pak army headquarters, corps commander's home

Imran Khan supporters storm Pak army headquarters, corps commander's home

Rediff.com9 May 2023

In unprecedented scenes, supporters of former prime minister Imran Khan on Tuesday stormed the Pakistan Army headquarters in the garrison city of Rawalpindi and the Corps Commander's residence in Lahore after his dramatic arrest in a corruption case.

Jubilee Review: Amazing Winner!

Jubilee Review: Amazing Winner!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Jubilee's irresistible celebration of cinema and all its good, bad, ugly ways lives up to its title, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Why we shouldn't ban elephants in Kerala temples

Why we shouldn't ban elephants in Kerala temples

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Our focus should rather be on strengthening security measures to prevent Kollam-like tragedies, says Sanjeev Nayyar.

Around 100 vehicles impounded after NGT ban on old diesel cars

Around 100 vehicles impounded after NGT ban on old diesel cars

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Delhi Police on Wednesday impounded around 100 vehicles in compliance with the National Green Tribunal's order putting a ban on plying of diesel-run vehicles of more than 10 years old in the national capital.

US ban on Jamaat-ud-Dawa is a huge blow to Pakistan

US ban on Jamaat-ud-Dawa is a huge blow to Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

The recent sanctions imposed by the US on Lashkar front organisation Jamaat-ud-Dawa completely expose Pakistan that has consistently maintained that JuD is a charity organisation. The ban will also limit the donations to JuD, a major chunk of which is pumped into terror funds. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

On Day 1, Biden signs 15 executive orders

On Day 1, Biden signs 15 executive orders

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

The president said he will be signing a number of executive orders over the next several days of the week.

BJP wants US visa for Narendra Modi

BJP wants US visa for Narendra Modi

Rediff.com21 Jul 2013

The Bharatiya Janata Party, which had so far maintained that it was not unduly bothered about denial of American visa to Narendra Modi, said it will appeal to the US Administration to lift the travel ban on him.

Morgan, KKR's Aussies leave India

Morgan, KKR's Aussies leave India

Rediff.com7 May 2021

The Aussies will spend the quarantine in the Maldives before heading home.

Football Briefs: Spain face possible 2018 World Cup ban

Football Briefs: Spain face possible 2018 World Cup ban

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

26/11 attack mastermind Lakhvi gets 5-year jail term in terror financing case

26/11 attack mastermind Lakhvi gets 5-year jail term in terror financing case

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

United Nations proscribed terrorist Lakhvi, 61, who was on bail since 2015 in the Mumbai attack case, was arrested by the Counter-Terrorism Department of Punjab province on Saturday.

Trump halts funding to WHO, says it failed in basic duty

Trump halts funding to WHO, says it failed in basic duty

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

The Trump administration has accused WHO of taking side with China in the coronavirus outbreak that has brought America's economy to a standstill.

Tambe in trouble after playing T20 with banned Ashraful in US

Tambe in trouble after playing T20 with banned Ashraful in US

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Veteran Rajasthan Royals leg-spinner Praveen Tambe has come under the spotlight after it was learnt that he had played an unsanctioned T20 match in the United States alongside tainted Bangladesh cricketer Mohammed Ashraful, who has been banned on charges of match-fixing.

Valieva's positive drug test prompts global outrage at Russia

Valieva's positive drug test prompts global outrage at Russia

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

Kamila Valieva is one of the youngest Olympic athletes to test positive for a banned substance

Asia Cup called off due to COVID cases in Sri Lanka

Asia Cup called off due to COVID cases in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Due to multiplying cases of COVID-19, Sri Lankan government has put a 10-day ban on international air travel.

No unvaccinated players at Australian Open, says Victoria state Premier

No unvaccinated players at Australian Open, says Victoria state Premier

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

Victoria Premier Daniel Andrews said his government will not apply for travel permits to allow unvaccinated tennis players to compete at the Australian Open in the state after Prime Minister Scott Morrison indicated they would be allowed into the country.

Life under lockdown at Britain's quarantine hotels

Life under lockdown at Britain's quarantine hotels

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

People returning from any of 33 'high-risk' countries where travel to Britain is banned, they must pay 1,750 pounds as a 10-day quarantine hotel package.

Yatra ban: We won't let UP become Gujarat, says SP

Yatra ban: We won't let UP become Gujarat, says SP

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

The Samajwadi Party on Thursday justified the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to ban a proposed yatra by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad to garner support for the construction of the RamTemple at a disputed site in Ayodhya.

After Mandaviya's letter to Rahul, Cong asks govt to list Covid protocols

After Mandaviya's letter to Rahul, Cong asks govt to list Covid protocols

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

The assertion by the Congress came after Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, citing concerns raised by three BJP MPs over the spread of coronavirus, urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to consider suspending the Bharat Jodo Yatra if adherence to Covid protocols cannot be followed.

Military coup underway in Egypt: top Morsi aide

Military coup underway in Egypt: top Morsi aide

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

A top aide of embattled Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi on Wednesday said a military coup was underway in the country, with a travel ban being slapped on the Islamist leader after he refused to quit following the end of a 48-hour army deadline for him to meet people's demands.

Pakistan legend Abbas' shocking claims about COVID-19

Pakistan legend Abbas' shocking claims about COVID-19

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

The complete lack of live action due to the COVID-19 pandemic is a 'good break' for modern cricketers spending most of their time on the road, feels legendary Pakistan batsman Zaheer Aabbas. He was supposed to be with his wife in London, but got stuck in Karachi due to the travel ban in the wake of the virus outbreak.

Phogat sisters among 4 Indian wrestlers banned for indiscipline

Phogat sisters among 4 Indian wrestlers banned for indiscipline

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

The Wrestling Federation of India issued show cause notice to four wrestlers, including the Phogat sisters - Babita Kumari and Geeta - and handed them temporary suspension for indiscipline.

Lockdown in India impacted 40mn migrants: World Bank

Lockdown in India impacted 40mn migrants: World Bank

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

According to the report, the magnitude of internal migration is about two-and-a-half times that of international migration.

Azhar's listing: China asks US to 'act cautiously'

Azhar's listing: China asks US to 'act cautiously'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said that Washington's move only complicates the issue.

UN Security Council imposes tougher sanctions on North Korea

UN Security Council imposes tougher sanctions on North Korea

Rediff.com6 Aug 2017

The 15-member body strongly condemned North Korea's ballistic missile launches.

5 students on picnic among 9 killed in Kerala bus crash

5 students on picnic among 9 killed in Kerala bus crash

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

Nine people, including five students, were killed after a private tourist bus hit a state-run KSRTC bus from behind at Vadakkenchery in Palakkad district, Kerala Road Transport Minister Antony Raju said on Thursday.

Credit card spends touch all-time high of Rs 1.16 trillion in July

Credit card spends touch all-time high of Rs 1.16 trillion in July

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

Credit card spends touched an all-time high of Rs 1.16 trillion in July, registering a growth of 6.5 per cent on a month-on-month basis and 54 per cent year-on-year, latest data put out by the Reserve Bank of India revealed. Spends have topped the Rs 1 trillion level for five consecutive months now. Industry participants are expecting further tailwinds in credit card spends with the onset of the festive season, where spends typically remain at an elevated level.

UN virtually confirms six addresses of Dawood in Pak

UN virtually confirms six addresses of Dawood in Pak

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

One of the addresses which have been dropped by the UN Security Council's Al Qaeda Sanctions Committee was found similar to that of a residence of Islamabad's envoy to the UN Maleeha Lodhi.