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Army dogs to walk down Rajpath this R-Day after 26 years

Army dogs to walk down Rajpath this R-Day after 26 years

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

The Army, which has about 1,200 Labradors and German Shepherds, has selected 36 canines to march down the Rajpath with their handlers.

Sheena Bora Case: Now divorced, Indrani, Peter meet

Sheena Bora Case: Now divorced, Indrani, Peter meet

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

This week was the first time Peter and Indrani appeared in court no longer married, footloose and fancy free once again, even if in jail.

'The Taliban is very angry that Malala stood up to them'

'The Taliban is very angry that Malala stood up to them'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

'Pakistan should evolve a common narrative. The country should have common position in combating all kinds of terrorism and not fight selectively.' 'The main motive was revenge, of course. But the Nobel Prize to Malala Yousufzai also contributed to the Taliban's anger' Bestselling Pakistani author and foreign policy expert Ahmed Rashid speaks exclusively on the Peshawar school attack with Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com.

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

Ousmane Dembele's late strike rescued a 1-1 draw for champions Barcelona at Atletico Madrid but Sevilla moved top with a 1-0 win over Real Valladolid. European champions Real Madrid were humiliated in a 3-0 defeat at Eibar.

President's rule imposed in Uttarakhand

President's rule imposed in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com27 Mar 2016

Uttarakhand was on Sunday brought under President's rule by the Centre on grounds of "breakdown of governance" in a controversial decision.

Bhansali's Padmavati set in Kolhapur set on fire

Bhansali's Padmavati set in Kolhapur set on fire

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Reports state that around 150 unidentified men set fire to the director's sets in Kolhapur.

BJP MLA: 'Shaktiman's death, a political conspiracy'

BJP MLA: 'Shaktiman's death, a political conspiracy'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

'I had told the government that if they could not take care of Shaktiman, I would take care of him.'

Football Extras: Allegri's decisions under spotlight after Juve swept aside

Football Extras: Allegri's decisions under spotlight after Juve swept aside

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

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

Crouching bears, hidden tigers

Crouching bears, hidden tigers

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Shubir Rishi/Rediff.com continues his jungle adventure and narrates his last day at the Kanha National Park.

How monkeys logged off Modi's WiFi idea!

How monkeys logged off Modi's WiFi idea!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

'Monkey menace' has reached epic proportions in India. So pronounced is the problem of monkeys, that they have even derailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plans of making his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi Wi-Fi-enabled.

4.5% GDP growth unacceptable, worrisome: Manmohan

4.5% GDP growth unacceptable, worrisome: Manmohan

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

He said the 'toxic combination of deep distrust, pervasive fear and a sense of hopelessness in our society' is stifling economic activity and growth.

Donkeys inspire me, they're loyal: PM

Donkeys inspire me, they're loyal: PM

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Responding to the donkey remarks made by Akhilesh, Modi said the criticism of donkeys by the UP CM only reflected his 'casteist mentality' and 'the feeling of hatred does not suit him'.

Mob thrashes 2 women in Madhya Pradesh over beef rumour

Mob thrashes 2 women in Madhya Pradesh over beef rumour

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Two Muslim women were slapped, kicked and abused by a mob in Madhya Pradesh allegedly over the possession of beef.

'What bravery is it that you molest our women, disrobe them?'

'What bravery is it that you molest our women, disrobe them?'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

'Dalits will only suffer in the days to come.'

PM should stop protecting Lalit Modi, sack Sushma: Rahul Gandhi

PM should stop protecting Lalit Modi, sack Sushma: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

He targeted the prime minister over the controversy, saying "one Modi is standing by another Modi".

PM Modi meets Myanmar's Suu Kyi; discuss bilateral security cooperation

PM Modi meets Myanmar's Suu Kyi; discuss bilateral security cooperation

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Both sides "positively assessed" India-Myanmar security cooperation in the backdrop of certain insurgent groups from northeastern Indian states.

DON'T MISS! Best photos of the week

DON'T MISS! Best photos of the week

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

We bring you a collection of some of the best photographs taken this week by ace Reuters photographers.

SC seeks reply from 6 states on plea to ban cow vigilantes

SC seeks reply from 6 states on plea to ban cow vigilantes

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

The counsel claimed that the ground-level situation in these states was worrisome as the cow vigilante groups were resorting to violence there.

'It was my duty to save that man'

'It was my duty to save that man'

Rediff.com26 May 2018

'I have learnt from Guru Nanakji that we all must live in harmony and brotherhood and have concern for others.'

'The most oppressed people in the world'

'The most oppressed people in the world'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

When will the world deal with the Rohingya crisis?

Winners of Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2018 revealed

Winners of Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2018 revealed

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

A close-up of a leopard, little owlets hiding inside a pipe and a gorilla mother mourning the loss of her baby are just a few of animals featured in the photos that have won this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year. Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases the natural world's most astonishing sights.

U'khand crisis: Rawat moves court against imposition of Prez rule

U'khand crisis: Rawat moves court against imposition of Prez rule

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Not amused by imposition of President's Rule by the Centre, Rawat termed it as the 'murder of democracy'.

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's customary address to the joining sitting of Parliament on the first day of the budget session.

'Kashmir was denied the fruits of Indian democracy'

'Kashmir was denied the fruits of Indian democracy'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

'All the benefits of democracy will flow to Kashmir now. This has not happened in the last 70 years.'

Great world cinema at a theatre near you!

Great world cinema at a theatre near you!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

At Rs 2,000, you can gift yourself an awesome sensory experience for Diwali.

Very tough times lie ahead for next govt

Very tough times lie ahead for next govt

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

'The new government will have to contend with slowing economic growth, weak private investment, anaemic exports and vulnerable external imbalances, a stressed financial system, mounting fiscal pressures (including high government debt-to-GDP ratios) and an exceptionally bad employment situation,' says Shankar Acharya, former chief economic adviser to the Government of India.

Uttarakhand BJP MLA: 'I was not there when the horse fell'

Uttarakhand BJP MLA: 'I was not there when the horse fell'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

'They are calling me an accused without even an inquiry.' 'The video was fabricated and doctored. Now the truth is coming out.'

2019: The year in photos

2019: The year in photos

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

We sorted through countless photographs taken around the world to come up with the top photos of 2019. Together these images tell the story of the year -- capturing moments of hope and heartbreak, triumph and tragedy.

This cruel world can drive you to drink!

This cruel world can drive you to drink!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2017

'One is trying to be an upright citizen with a fresh-faced liver, in full possession of her faculties, but if ever one has needed a stiff drink, it has been now,' says Mitali Saran.

Rahul leads Congress fast against Modi govt, BJP dubs it as 'farce'

Rahul leads Congress fast against Modi govt, BJP dubs it as 'farce'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being 'casteist' and 'anti-Dalit', and said his party will always stand against the BJP's 'oppressive' ideology.

Bulandshahr violence: Conflicting statements by Bajrang Dal convenor

Bulandshahr violence: Conflicting statements by Bajrang Dal convenor

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Two first information reports were registered by the police at Siyana police station in Bulandshahr -- one over cow slaughter and the other on the mob violence in which a village man was also killed.

Why Mourinho is angry with Chelsea's medical staff?

Why Mourinho is angry with Chelsea's medical staff?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2015

Chelsea's Jose Mourinho, who hoped to celebrate his new contract with victory at an expectant Stamford Bridge, ended up grateful his team did not become the first Premier League champions to start their title defence with a defeat.

Unable to sell cattle, farmers have a beef with Modi's BJP

Unable to sell cattle, farmers have a beef with Modi's BJP

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

Farmer suicides have nearly doubled in the drought-hit Marathwada region of Maharashtra.

Sports Shorts: CAS delays decision on Semenya case

Sports Shorts: CAS delays decision on Semenya case

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday.

Satyarthi launches campaign in London to end child slavery

Satyarthi launches campaign in London to end child slavery

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Terming slavery and child trafficking the 'biggest scandal of our times', Indian Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi pn Wednesday launched a new campaign in London to end the menace posed by the trafficking 'mafia'.

As govt eyes forest land, Mumbai's tribals faced with move to dingy flats

As govt eyes forest land, Mumbai's tribals faced with move to dingy flats

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

With the Maharashtra government doling out pieces of the lush green Aarey forest to various utilities, the tribals living in it for generations are feeling increasingly insecure. Hepzi Anthony reports.

'Committed to One Rank, One Pension, but give me some time'

'Committed to One Rank, One Pension, but give me some time'

Rediff.com31 May 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his government is committed to implement the One Rank, One Pension scheme for ex-servicemen, but sought time to resolve its complexities.

'Root not as good as Kohli but thoughtful bloke'

'Root not as good as Kohli but thoughtful bloke'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2018

Brearley rated Kohli as the best batsman in world cricket and his success is largely due to his 'ruthless streak'.

Love food and tech? These jobs are calling you!

Love food and tech? These jobs are calling you!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

Did you know that a food security officer in a leading company can earn upto $84,000 a year by just protecting data?

A woman India should be proud of

A woman India should be proud of

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

'We say we are proud to be Indian. Can we be proud of such an India where its people are hungry and on the streets?'