News for 'World War II'

PM arrives in Moscow for V-Day fete

PM arrives in Moscow for V-Day fete

Rediff.com8 May 2005

Singh will hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday when defence and energy security cooperation are expected to figure prominently.

Madhubala-Dilip Kumar To Star In 2025 Movie?

Madhubala-Dilip Kumar To Star In 2025 Movie?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Digital ghosts have opened a new can of worms for digital experts.

Murray outclasses Troicki to reach last 16

Murray outclasses Troicki to reach last 16

Rediff.com28 Jun 2009

Third seed Andy Murray's smooth progress at Wimbledon continued with a 6-2 6-3 6-4 victory over Serbia's Viktor Troicki on Saturday to reach the last 16.

Best-selling novelist Arthur Hailey dies at 84

Best-selling novelist Arthur Hailey dies at 84

Rediff.com26 Nov 2004

His wife, Sheila, said doctors believe he had a stroke.

India has a mind of its own and flaunts it

India has a mind of its own and flaunts it

Rediff.com7 May 2015

'There is much symbolism in President Pranab Mukherjee's participation in the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow.'

Review: Valkyrie is not dramatic enough

Review: Valkyrie is not dramatic enough

Rediff.com20 Feb 2009

Valkyrie could have been a dramatic addition to the canon of films made about wartime, and its many effects and implications. Sadly, all this film ends up being is an empty exercise in reiterating futility.

The Sooner Woke-dom Dies, The Better

The Sooner Woke-dom Dies, The Better

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

As far as Hindus are concerned, the eclipse of Wokeism cannot come any sooner, says Rajeev Srinivasan.

Hindu leader joins Auschwitz visit

Hindu leader joins Auschwitz visit

Rediff.com19 Mar 2006

'Visiting Auschwitz was shocking and deeply moving'

Bush leaves office; job growth worst since WWII

Bush leaves office; job growth worst since WWII

Rediff.com20 Jan 2009

A new analysis by the American City Business Journal has revealed that America's employment base grew at an annual rate of 0.28 per cent during Bush's eight years as President, by far the slowest pace for any of the 11 postwar presidents. The previous low had been set by Bush's father, George HW Bush, with an annual job growth rate of 0.59 per cent. The elder Bush served between 1989 and 1993.

Chechen president killed in blast

Chechen president killed in blast

Rediff.com9 May 2004

Need to redefine women's work

Need to redefine women's work

Rediff.com20 Dec 2008

While Rosie's rallying cry of "We Can Do It" is eerily similar to President-elect Barack Obama's "Yes We Can," some women are saying "No, We Can't."

Benegal struggles to find producers

Benegal struggles to find producers

Rediff.com17 Dec 2008

Veteran director Shyam Benegal is having a tough time finding producers for his ambitious project Spy Princess in the recession hit film industry. The film has been adapted from a book of the same name by Sharabani Basu. Noor Inayat Khan, a descendant of Tipu Sultan, was a British-Indian princess who served as a spy during World War II and was captured and shot dead by German forces, who failed to extract any information from her.

The job-eating economy

The job-eating economy

Rediff.com15 Nov 2008

Recent unemployment numbers shocked economists and sent the markets falling. Don't expect positive news for a long time.

Angela Merkel elected as Germany's chancellor

Angela Merkel elected as Germany's chancellor

Rediff.com22 Nov 2005

Angela Merkel elected as Germany's first female chancellor

Shoemaker Thomas Bata dies at 93

Shoemaker Thomas Bata dies at 93

Rediff.com2 Sep 2008

Thomas Bata, the Czech-born head of the worldwide family shoe empire that bears his name, died today in Canada, an official said. He was 93.

Harrison Ford released from hospital after plane crash

Harrison Ford released from hospital after plane crash

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

The Hollywood veteran was spotted driving around Saturday.

India sends back remains of US soldiers killed in WWII plane crash

India sends back remains of US soldiers killed in WWII plane crash

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

The excavated skeletal remains of soldiers and artefacts of a US Air Force B-24 bomber that had crashed in north-east India during the Second World War were given a full honors ceremony at New Delhi's airport on Wednesday before being sent to the United States.

First Look: PM in Moscow

First Look: PM in Moscow

Rediff.com9 May 2005

First Look: PM in Moscow

What is the alternative in Kerala?

What is the alternative in Kerala?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2003

Katie Holmes set for Broadway debut

Katie Holmes set for Broadway debut

Rediff.com20 May 2008

Katie Holmes is set to make her Broadway debut later this in a revival of Arthur Miller's All My Sons. The actress will be joined on stage by Oscar winner Dianne Wiest and Tony winner John Lithgow.

Oldest English Test player Reg Simpson dies at 93

Oldest English Test player Reg Simpson dies at 93

Rediff.com28 Nov 2013

Former England cricketer Reg Simpson, who is the oldest surviving player to have played in a Test match for the country, has reportedly passed away at the age of 93.

Romance Meets Avatar On OTT This Week

Romance Meets Avatar On OTT This Week

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

It's raining sequels and true stories on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists everything you can watch.

Lt Gen JFR Jacob, 1971 Indo-Pak war hero, laid to rest

Lt Gen JFR Jacob, 1971 Indo-Pak war hero, laid to rest

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Lieutenant General (retired) Jacob Farj Rafael Jacob Jacob, who played a key role in the 1971 war which liberated Bangladesh from Pakistan, was laid to rest in New Delhi on Thursday.

Lok Sabha may see election for Speaker's post for 1st time since Independence

Lok Sabha may see election for Speaker's post for 1st time since Independence

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Since Independence, Lok Sabha Speakers have been chosen by consensus.

A walk in a Tamil refugee camp

A walk in a Tamil refugee camp

Rediff.com29 Aug 2007

The refugees are safe from bombs, but not from their memories.

This Week On OTT: Arnold Is Back!

This Week On OTT: Arnold Is Back!

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Arnie's back, Varun shape shifts while others fight the good fight and more on OTT this week.

World leaders extend condolences over Morbi bridge collapse

World leaders extend condolences over Morbi bridge collapse

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

In his condolence message, Israeli Prime Minister Lapid said that the thoughts and prayers of all Israelis are with the people of India following yesterday's devastating bridge collapse in Gujarat.

IAF chief escapes unhurt in Pearl Harbor shooting

IAF chief escapes unhurt in Pearl Harbor shooting

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

According to the local reports, three people have been injured, two of them critically in the shooting incident in which the suspect gunman took his own life.

Arming Armed Forces: India's Choice Not Trump's

Arming Armed Forces: India's Choice Not Trump's

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

We need to equip the Indian Armed Forces, not 'commercial' as Trump wants, but 'operationally' looking at growing Chinese military capabilities, asserts Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Beware! The Yellow Dragon Is Awake!

Beware! The Yellow Dragon Is Awake!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Throughout 2022, China turned to the PLA as an increasingly capable instrument of Statecraft, strengthening its ability to 'fight and win wars' against a 'strong enemy', points out Ajai Shukla.

Japan seeks date with lost WWII soldiers

Japan seeks date with lost WWII soldiers

Rediff.com28 May 2005

The two men reportedly have lived on the restive southern island of Mindanao since they were separated from their\ndivision, staying on for fear they would face court-martial if they returned to Japan.

Holiday named after Hirohito

Holiday named after Hirohito

Rediff.com13 May 2005

The move is likely to spark opposition from China, which recently witnessed massive protests over Japan's handling of its wartime past.

PM returns home

PM returns home

Rediff.com10 May 2005

The prime minister had brief exchanges of views with French President Jacques Chirac and German Chancellor Gerhard Shroeder.

PM to have one-to-one meeting with Putin on May 9

PM to have one-to-one meeting with Putin on May 9

Rediff.com5 May 2005

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss issues related to defence and energy security on May 9.

Indians don't even know Dr Kotnis: Sisters

Indians don't even know Dr Kotnis: Sisters

Rediff.com12 Dec 2006

"Indian people have forgotten Kotnis. For years, nobody visited us out of respect for him. The people who did come are Chinese," Manaroma, another sister of Kotnis said.

Hu Jintao's team has an Indian connection

Hu Jintao's team has an Indian connection

Rediff.com8 Nov 2006

Guo Qinglan the 91-year-old widow of revered Indian doctor Dwarkanath Kotnis, who saved hundreds of lives of Chinese soldiers during World War II, may be the oldest member of Chinese President Hu Jinato's entourage to India.

Rajnath performs 'shastra puja' in Arunachal, visits LAC

Rajnath performs 'shastra puja' in Arunachal, visits LAC

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Singh, accompanied by Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande, also carried out a comprehensive review of India's military preparedness along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh and lauded the troops for guarding the border with "unwavering commitment and unparalleled courage."