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'We have to be prepared for the invisible enemy'

'We have to be prepared for the invisible enemy'

Rediff.com10 May 2023

'Unlike on the western and eastern borders where there is an enemy at the gate, here there is an invisible enemy which is building its own capability and can come into play at a time and place of his choosing.'

Light diyas at home, don't come to Ayodhya on Jan 22: Modi

Light diyas at home, don't come to Ayodhya on Jan 22: Modi

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The PM urged all citizens to light diyas in their houses on January 22 so that the whole country basks in glory.

3 earthquakes hit Andaman Sea Region, no damages

3 earthquakes hit Andaman Sea Region, no damages

Rediff.com10 Mar 2006

The quakes were of moderate intensity.

Why Theaterisation Of Armed Forces Is Important

Why Theaterisation Of Armed Forces Is Important

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

As India progresses towards formulating its own model of theaterisation, the public must get involved in the debate because in the end, it affects the well-being of the entire nation, asserts Biswajit Dasgupta.

Spook Yourself On OTT This Halloween

Spook Yourself On OTT This Halloween

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Vampires, nuns, haunted homes...

What you should know about Andaman and Nicobar

What you should know about Andaman and Nicobar

Rediff.com30 Jun 2005

Andaman and Nicobar fact sheet

The Best Political Biopic? VOTE!

The Best Political Biopic? VOTE!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Deepa Gahlot lists Hindi biopics about Indian political leaders: Some worked, some did not, but they managed to avoid controversy.

CBI begins probe into graft complaints against Red Cross's 5 branches

CBI begins probe into graft complaints against Red Cross's 5 branches

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

According to officials, the Union health ministry had received complaints about alleged corruption at the regional branches of the Red Cross Society in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, Karnataka and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Flipkart eyes profitability ahead of IPO

Flipkart eyes profitability ahead of IPO

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Flipkart, the e-commerce company owned by Walmart, is intensifying its efforts to achieve profitability as it is eyeing a valuation of approximately $60 billion at the time of its initial public offering (IPO), now planned in 2025-2026, instead of this year, according to people familiar with the matter. The firm might consider listing in the US or any other geography, including India. The company, which counts the likes of Amazon and Reliance's JioMart among its competitors in India's burgeoning e-commerce market, had also contemplated launching an IPO in 2022-2023.

Indian Navy forces Chinese naval ship to retreat from Andaman

Indian Navy forces Chinese naval ship to retreat from Andaman

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

Military sources said the research ship Shi Yan 1 forayed into Indian waters in September but was forced to retreat after it was suspected to be involved in spying.

475 Sedition Cases Between 2014 And 2021

475 Sedition Cases Between 2014 And 2021

Rediff.com19 May 2023

One out of every six sedition cases registered in India between 2014 and 2021 came from Assam.

Govt allocates Rs 928 cr to CBI, down by Rs 40 cr from FY 2024

Govt allocates Rs 928 cr to CBI, down by Rs 40 cr from FY 2024

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

The agency had received Rs 946.51 crore to manage its affairs in the Budget Estimates for 2023-24, which was later increased to Rs 968.86 crore in the Revised Estimates.

US can declare 'independence' from China with India's help: Vivek Ramaswamy

US can declare 'independence' from China with India's help: Vivek Ramaswamy

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

He is currently on a two-day swing to the crucial State of Iowa. On January 15, Iowa would kick off the 2024 Republican presidential primary season.

SC to hear Delhi govt's plea against Centre's ordinance on Monday

SC to hear Delhi govt's plea against Centre's ordinance on Monday

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

A bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices PS Narasimha is likely to hear the matter.

Kaala Paani Review: Slow-Paced 'Thriller'

Kaala Paani Review: Slow-Paced 'Thriller'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

The earnestness of the actors keep Kaala Paani from drowning, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Rahul's anti-Savarkar remarks doused Bharat Jodo Yatra's positive energy: Raut

Rahul's anti-Savarkar remarks doused Bharat Jodo Yatra's positive energy: Raut

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

Rajya Sabha member Raut questioned why Gandhi was raking up issues which touch the people's emotional chord and giving the Bharatiya Janata Party a chance on a platter to divert attention.

'ONGC is venturing into high-risk ultra-deep water exploration'

'ONGC is venturing into high-risk ultra-deep water exploration'

Rediff.com25 May 2023

'We plan to add over 100,000 square kilometres every year, to reach an ambitious target of 500,000 square kilometres by 2025.'

Bulbul reference to Savarkar in essay is a metaphor, says writer's wife

Bulbul reference to Savarkar in essay is a metaphor, says writer's wife

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Following the controversy over a paragraph from class 8 Kannada second language textbook on V D Savarkar, which had gone viral on social media, for apparent "glorification" of the freedom fighter, the wife of the author has released a statement saying that the bulbul imagery in it is "nothing but a metaphor."

Monsoon to hit Kerala on May 27, five days early: IMD

Monsoon to hit Kerala on May 27, five days early: IMD

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Weather scientists attribute the early onset of southwest monsoon over Kerala to the influence of the remnants of cyclone Asani that triggered the cross-equatorial flow, a key factor for the seasonal rains.

Tejas: Don't Get IAF Wrong!

Tejas: Don't Get IAF Wrong!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'For god's sake, portray the armed forces in the correct manner,' asserts IAF veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe after watching Tejas.

Govt to introduce Delhi services bill in LS on Tuesday

Govt to introduce Delhi services bill in LS on Tuesday

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Delhi services bill which seeks to replace an ordinance that mandated the creation of an authority for transfers and postings of senior officers in the Delhi government is listed for introduction in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Sittwe Port: India's Move Against China

Sittwe Port: India's Move Against China

Rediff.com20 May 2023

The project, the agreement for which was signed way back in 2009, had been gaining strategic relevance over the years as India-China ties took a hit.

After Punjab win, AAP eyes expansion in South India

After Punjab win, AAP eyes expansion in South India

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

The Aam Aadmi Party has decided to launch a massive membership drive in the southern states to build on the momentum of its stupendous victory in the Punjab assembly polls.

SC may refer Delhi services ordinance to Constitution bench

SC may refer Delhi services ordinance to Constitution bench

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

The Supreme Court Monday hinted that it was contemplating referring to a constitution bench for adjudication the Delhi government's petition against the Centre's recent ordinance on control of services.

Mithila Is A Happy Pool Girl!

Mithila Is A Happy Pool Girl!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Just where are the stars travelling? We find out.

SC refuses to stay Centre's services ordinance, to hear matter on July 17

SC refuses to stay Centre's services ordinance, to hear matter on July 17

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

The SC also asked to amend its plea and add the Lieutenant Governor as party in case.

Now cyclone forms in Bay of Bengal, may hit Bengal-Odisha

Now cyclone forms in Bay of Bengal, may hit Bengal-Odisha

Rediff.com19 May 2021

After the west coast, another cyclone is likely to hit the east coast by May 26-27, the India meteorological department said on Wednesday.

Delhi govt moves SC, alleges Centre defying its order

Delhi govt moves SC, alleges Centre defying its order

Rediff.com12 May 2023

On Thursday, the apex court ruled that the Delhi government has legislative and executive powers over the administration of services, except for public order, police and land.

Cyclone 'Sitrang' likely to be formed by October 24

Cyclone 'Sitrang' likely to be formed by October 24

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

The weather system moved west-northwestward and concentrated into a depression on Saturday at 8.30am, close to west of Andaman Islands, the bulletin said.

BrahMos In Flight! What A Sight!

BrahMos In Flight! What A Sight!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

India successfully test fired a surface to surface BrahMos supersonic cruise missile off the Andaman and Nicobar islands on Wednesday, March 23, 2022.

Be ready to deal with new, emerging threats: Modi to armed forces

Be ready to deal with new, emerging threats: Modi to armed forces

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

The prime minister was briefed by Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan about the various discussions conducted at this year's Combined Commanders' conference.

Rahul cannot enter Mumbai till he apologises for Savarkar insults: BJP chief

Rahul cannot enter Mumbai till he apologises for Savarkar insults: BJP chief

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi must apologise and take back all his remarks against late Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar before entering Maharashtra, Bharatiya Janata Party state chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule said in Nagpur on Friday.

Gautam Adani's wealth up relative to India's GDP

Gautam Adani's wealth up relative to India's GDP

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Amid increasing volatility and recession fears looming over global markets that has led to the decline in wealth of a number of billionaires, Gautam Adani was the only one to buck the trend. The billionaire added $43.3 billion in net worth between Diwali 2021 (November 4) and this year's Diwali (October 24) according to Bloomberg data. He added more wealth than the gross domestic product (GDP)of more than a dozen Indian states.

IAF's New Transport Aircraft Makes Maiden Flight

IAF's New Transport Aircraft Makes Maiden Flight

Rediff.com9 May 2023

The Airbus C-295 can carry up to 71 troops, or 50 paratroopers with battle loads. It can ferry supplies to locations inaccessible to the IAF's heavy transport fleet.

Centre starts process of eviction, sale of enemy properties worth Rs 1 lakh cr

Centre starts process of eviction, sale of enemy properties worth Rs 1 lakh cr

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

There are a total of 12,611 establishments called enemy property, roughly estimated to be worth over Rs 1 lakh crore, in the country.

US briefed India, partners on Chinese spy balloon: American military official

US briefed India, partners on Chinese spy balloon: American military official

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Gen Kenneth S Wilsbach, commander of the US Pacific Air Forces, said the US side held the interaction behind closed doors with most of the air chiefs of the region.

Had meeting with Adanis, happy about it: LIC chairman M R Kumar

Had meeting with Adanis, happy about it: LIC chairman M R Kumar

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Confirming a meeting with the top management of the Adani Group, Life Insurance Corporation Chairman M R Kumar said on Sunday that the interaction had gone well. "There's nothing I can state as of now on the outcome of that meeting. "But yeah, we've had the meeting....we are quite happy about this meeting," Kumar said on the sidelines of the 22nd Global Conference of Actuaries in New Delhi.

Bengal, Odisha on alert as cyclone likely to hit east coast on Oct 25

Bengal, Odisha on alert as cyclone likely to hit east coast on Oct 25

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Odisha is bracing for heavy rainfall early next week under the impact of a possible cyclone in the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to skirt the state and move towards West Bengal and Bangladesh, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday.

Cyber crime: CBI raids 115 places in India in coordination with Interpol, FBI

Cyber crime: CBI raids 115 places in India in coordination with Interpol, FBI

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

The CBI has registered 11 cases against cyber criminals involved in financial fraud using the internet and the agency conducted searches at 87 locations while 28 locations were raided by the state police forces, they said.