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Mann ki Baat: Terrorism almost daily routine, says PM remembering 26/11

Mann ki Baat: Terrorism almost daily routine, says PM remembering 26/11

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

Modi said even a few years ago, when India talked about the threats of terrorism, not many in the world were ready to take it seriously.

PHOTOS: Nation remembers Mahatma Gandhi on his 68th death anniversary

PHOTOS: Nation remembers Mahatma Gandhi on his 68th death anniversary

Rediff.com30 Jan 2016

The nation on Saturday remembered Mahatma Gandhi on his 68th death anniversary with President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the country in paying homage to the Father of the Nation.

Padmavati makers defer film's release amid controversy

Padmavati makers defer film's release amid controversy

Rediff.com19 Nov 2017

The studio said it would soon announce the new release date for the film.

PM lauds army's surgical strikes, likens it to Israel's exploits

PM lauds army's surgical strikes, likens it to Israel's exploits

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Modi said that unlike previous governments who had duped the ex-servicemen, his government had fulfilled its promise of One-Rank, One-Pension.

BJP MLA: Taj Mahal built by traitor, not part of our history

BJP MLA: Taj Mahal built by traitor, not part of our history

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

The BJP too described the Muslim rule in India as 'barbaric'.

If we had Rafale, results would've been different: PM

If we had Rafale, results would've been different: PM

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

"The country has suffered a lot due to selfish interests earlier and now politics over Rafale," he said.

Review: Aiyaary feels like unending punishment

Review: Aiyaary feels like unending punishment

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

Aiyaary is a bloated, prolonged mess of misplaced purpose that digresses from military misdeeds to animal cruelty, feels Sukanya Verma.

I love Modi: Rahul to students in Pune

I love Modi: Rahul to students in Pune

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

The Congress chief spoke to the students on a host of issues, including demonetisation, job loss and his growth as a political leader.

Hope other stars learn from Deepika!

Hope other stars learn from Deepika!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

'Does Deepika not have the right to raise her voice in a democratic and peaceful manner on an issue she considers important?' 'Why should one view her only as an actor and not appreciate her role as a concerned citizen of the country?' ask Aftab Alam and Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.

Pakistani terrorists carried out attack on BSF convoy: Rajnath

Pakistani terrorists carried out attack on BSF convoy: Rajnath

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

The two terrorists who attacked a Border Security Force convoy on the Jammu-Srinagar Highway, killing two jawans, belong to Pakistan, the government said in Rajya Sabha on Thursday.

Why did Modi skip the Jallianwala centenary event?

Why did Modi skip the Jallianwala centenary event?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

Modi's absence from an event to mark the centenary of a definitive moment in Indian history puzzles Utkarsh Mishra.

'If Akbar can be called 'Akbar the Great', why can't Maharana Pratap?'

'If Akbar can be called 'Akbar the Great', why can't Maharana Pratap?'

Rediff.com17 May 2015

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday welcomed Rajasthan government's decision to include a chapter on iconic figures like Maharana Pratap in school textbooks and said he would urge the Human Resource Development minister to consider inclusion of such chapters in CBSE syllabus.

Pak violated ceasefire 286 times after surgical strike: BSF

Pak violated ceasefire 286 times after surgical strike: BSF

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

A large population was forced out of their homes due to heavy shelling and firing.

Winners of National Bravery Award felicitated in Delhi

Winners of National Bravery Award felicitated in Delhi

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

Twenty children, recipients of National Bravery Award 2013, and parents and guardians of five children who were given the award posthumously were on Wednesday felicitated by Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath.

Nation pays homage to Marshal of IAF Arjan Singh

Nation pays homage to Marshal of IAF Arjan Singh

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

The national flag will fly half-mast on the day of the funeral in Delhi.

At Arlington cemetery, Modi pays homage to Kalpana Chawla

At Arlington cemetery, Modi pays homage to Kalpana Chawla

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday laid a wreath at the Tomb of Unknown Soldiers and paid homage to Indian-American astronaut late Kalpana Chawla at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington.

BJP needs to watch out for the caste pot in Maharashtra

BJP needs to watch out for the caste pot in Maharashtra

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

Despite being hailed as one of India's most progressive and most developed states, it is witnessing the fallout of lopsided progress.

The Hero who saved 100s of lives

The Hero who saved 100s of lives

Rediff.com9 Sep 2017

'I was scared to die. But it was about risking one life as opposed to risking hundreds,' Head Constable Abhishek Patel tells Veer Arjun Singh.

Will Rajinikanth join politics? Wait for December 31 for the answer

Will Rajinikanth join politics? Wait for December 31 for the answer

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Addressing his fans on the opening day of a six-day-long photo session with followers, the actor said he was hesitant to enter politics since he knew its dynamics.

Manikarnika review: Kangana Ranaut is savage, spellbinding in a ho-hum historical

Manikarnika review: Kangana Ranaut is savage, spellbinding in a ho-hum historical

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

'A historical with an identity crisis, initially the period drama cannot decide whether it wants to chronicle facts or fictionalise them in the tradition of a crowd-pleasing fantasy,' says Sukanya Verma.

When Hrithik fulfilled his ultimate Lakshya

When Hrithik fulfilled his ultimate Lakshya

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

It has been 20 years since the Kargil War. Sukanya Verma look back at Lakshya, Farhan Akhtar's memorable film that was inspired by the war in the icy heights where young Indian soldiers fought tireless battles to evict Pakistani troops from our territory.

Review: The Ghazi Attack: A Must Watch Film

Review: The Ghazi Attack: A Must Watch Film

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

A war film that keeps you riveted to your seat, says Prasanna D Zore.

Young and fearless: They are the National Bravery Award winners

Young and fearless: They are the National Bravery Award winners

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Twenty-five children -- 12 girls and 13 boys -- have been selected for the prestigious award, which they will receive from the prime minister on January 23 and thereafter participate in the Republic Day parade, officials said.

Capture of Tiger Hill: Turning point in Kargil War

Capture of Tiger Hill: Turning point in Kargil War

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Twenty years ago, over 50 days in the summer of 1999, the Indian Army fought some of the toughest battles in the annals of military history to evict the Pakistan army from Kargil. The battle to recapture Tiger Hill was a major turning point in the Operation Vijay campaign, points out Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

Sanjay Leela Bhansali: I never thought of giving up

Sanjay Leela Bhansali: I never thought of giving up

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

'One can't allow oneself to be bullied into abandoning one's dream.'

Can Bollywood make a film as smart as this one?

Can Bollywood make a film as smart as this one?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

Sreehari Nair reviews Ayyappanum Koshiyum.

Guardians of the Galaxy 2 Review: Groot and gang save the world. And this film!

Guardians of the Galaxy 2 Review: Groot and gang save the world. And this film!

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 doesn't always escape the trappings of an obligatory sequel, but the disarming shenanigans of its screwball superheroes coax you to stay hooked on to that feeling, promises Sukanya Verma.

The truth about Tipu Sultan

The truth about Tipu Sultan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

'Tipu Sultan was no doubt a valiant fighter who vigorously opposed the British, but that cannot mitigate the fact that he was also by all accounts a religious bigot -- a figure incompatible with modern secular times,' says Vivek Gumaste.

Congress veteran Rita Bahuguna joins BJP, attacks Rahul

Congress veteran Rita Bahuguna joins BJP, attacks Rahul

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Forget India, UP won't accept Rahul's leadership, says Rita Bahuguna Joshi while joining the BJP

Afghanistan assures India on safety of embassy, missions

Afghanistan assures India on safety of embassy, missions

Rediff.com31 May 2014

Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh on Saturday met Afghan President Hamid Karzai and the two presidential candidates here during which she was assured that Afghanistan was committed to ensuring full safety for the Indian Embassy in Kabul, four consulates and interests irrespective of the orientation of the new leadership.

Let soldiers be soldiers, General Rawat

Let soldiers be soldiers, General Rawat

Rediff.com18 Nov 2017

'When the government says the army will make a bridge, what does it mean?' 'If this is not stopped here, then there is no telling where and for what all the army will be employed or deployed in the future,' says Veenu Sandhu

Veterans urge Prez to stop politicisation of forces

Veterans urge Prez to stop politicisation of forces

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

The veterans said they chose to write to the President as he is the custodian of the Constitution as well as the supreme commander of the armed forces.

India needs to be ready for short wars, says army chief

India needs to be ready for short wars, says army chief

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

Speaking at a tri-service seminar on the 1965 India-Pakistan war in New Delhi, Indian Army chief Dalbir Singh Suhag said, "The military needs to be ready for short wars, as the borders are live with frequent ceasefire violations and infiltration bids by Pakistan."

'She sang Jahan Tu Chala in Gully Boy

'She sang Jahan Tu Chala in Gully Boy

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

'I would never celebrate the success of my songs, be it with Baar Baar Dekho or Dear Zindagi. With Jahan Tu Chala, I made it a point to enjoy its success.'

How Bollywood has treated Muslims

How Bollywood has treated Muslims

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

So many films have been made with Muslim characters. But how many have actually got them right?

Is Nawazuddin's kiss' n' tell defensible?

Is Nawazuddin's kiss' n' tell defensible?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

The great pity is that Mr Siddiqui has a remarkable, even inspiring, story to tell, feels Sunil Sethi.

Yogi's Yuva Vahini continues to worry BJP

Yogi's Yuva Vahini continues to worry BJP

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

The Sangh has let it be known that a 'social' outfit called the Hindu Yuva Vahini, set up years ago by Yogi, did not have its approval.

Surgical strike video out, Congress slams BJP for 'politicising' army

Surgical strike video out, Congress slams BJP for 'politicising' army

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The video clips showed some terrorists being killed, besides destruction of bunkers and other military constructions.

World must remember Indian heroism in WWI

World must remember Indian heroism in WWI

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

'The Indian Army served with honour and distinction in France and Flanders, East Africa, Gallipoli, Aden, Egypt, Mesopotamia, Palestine, Transcaspia, Persia and even China.' 'The sacrifice of India's soldiers was consigned to the dustbin of history in the post-colonial world.'

Sena not to ally with BJP, to go solo in 2019 polls

Sena not to ally with BJP, to go solo in 2019 polls

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

The Shiv Sena passed a resolution not to align with the Bharatiya Janata Party.