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Move south, Israel warns Gazans as ground ops pick up

Move south, Israel warns Gazans as ground ops pick up

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces has issued an advisory for Gaza residents, warning them to relocate south 'immediately', saying that the window 'to act' is closing as Israel continues to expand its operations in Gaza.

14,000 farmers, 1200 tractors gear up for Delhi Chalo march

14,000 farmers, 1200 tractors gear up for Delhi Chalo march

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

The Centre has estimated that nearly 14,000 people have gathered along the Punjab-Haryana border with 1,200 tractor-trolleys, 300 cars, 10 mini-buses as well as small vehicles and conveyed its strong objections to the Punjab government for it, sources said on Tuesday.

Israeli forces storm part of Shifa Hospital in Gaza

Israeli forces storm part of Shifa Hospital in Gaza

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Israeli soldiers entered part of Shifa Hospital in the early hours of Wednesday and began fighting Hamas there, the Israel Defence Forces announced.

Spotting chink in BJP armour, SP, allies target Jat votes in UP

Spotting chink in BJP armour, SP, allies target Jat votes in UP

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

The Jat vote is crucial in winning at least 40 assembly seats in Western UP, which has been in the grip of a widespread farmer movement, reports Nitin Kumar.

What Rajnath's UK Visit Means For India's Defence

What Rajnath's UK Visit Means For India's Defence

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The Indian Navy, which was earlier looking towards the US for design expertise, technical know-how and operational practices, is now considering the advantages of working with the Royal Navy.

'Bumrah the most complete bowler in the world'

'Bumrah the most complete bowler in the world'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Jasprit Bumrah is the most complete bowler in international cricket, said former South African seamer Vernon Philander.

Thousands of Israeli troops ordered to capture Gaza

Thousands of Israeli troops ordered to capture Gaza

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

The Israeli military has begun preparations to attack the Gaza Strip soon with tens of thousands of soldiers ordered to capture Gaza City and destroy the current leadership of Hamas, The New York Times reported on Sunday.

Can India's Zorawar Match China's ZTQ-15?

Can India's Zorawar Match China's ZTQ-15?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

DRDO's latest tank will face trial in Rajasthan's summer which will be followed by 'user trials' ahead of facing battle in high-altitude deserts of eastern Ladakh and Sikkim, reports Ajai Shukla.

Hamas keeping hostages in Gaza hospital basement: IDF

Hamas keeping hostages in Gaza hospital basement: IDF

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari has said that Hamas has kept Israel hostages at a hospital basement, and it has evidence including photographs of the same.

Sobhita Takes Flight In Silver Wings

Sobhita Takes Flight In Silver Wings

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

We're smitten.

Israel Gets Ready For Gaza Land Offensive

Israel Gets Ready For Gaza Land Offensive

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

A formation of Israeli tanks and other military are positioned near Israel's border with the Gaza Strip.

Ananya's Golden Glow

Ananya's Golden Glow

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

She was utter perfection in the high-shine standout piece.

India-US 2+2: Taking The Relationship Ahead

India-US 2+2: Taking The Relationship Ahead

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

The Quad summit to be hosted by India in 2024 is likely to enhance New Delhi's strategic intent.

Combining land, air, naval forces in Gaza, says IDF; focus on hostage release

Combining land, air, naval forces in Gaza, says IDF; focus on hostage release

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

He also shared that Israel has also asked the people of the Shati area in Gaza to vacate the area and for that, millions of text messages and leaflets were sent and dropped in the region.

India successfully test fires laser-guided anti-tank guided missiles

India successfully test fires laser-guided anti-tank guided missiles

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

The defence ministry said the missiles destroyed the targets with precision at two different ranges.

Check Out 3 Standout DRDO Weapons!

Check Out 3 Standout DRDO Weapons!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Prominent in the DRDO's display are several artillery guns, armoured vehicles and tanks that underline a measure of success in developing these key weapons platforms for the army. Here are three systems that are headed for success.

Govt nod for Rs 7,800-cr purchase to enhance forces' operational capabilities

Govt nod for Rs 7,800-cr purchase to enhance forces' operational capabilities

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The defence ministry said the proposals approved by the DAC included one on procurement of 7.62x51 mm light machine gun and another on acquisition of weapons MH-60R helicopters of the Indian Navy.

4 days after Poonch terror attack, over 40 detained for questioning

4 days after Poonch terror attack, over 40 detained for questioning

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

More than 40 persons have been detained for questioning as part of a massive operation currently underway to track down the terrorists involved in the Poonch terror attack, officials said on Monday.

Israeli Army Searches For Hamas Terrorists

Israeli Army Searches For Hamas Terrorists

Rediff.com3 Nov 2023

Armoured vehicles of the Israel Defense Forces are seen during their ground operations at a location given as Gaza.

Cash-strapped Pak sold weapons worth $364mn to Ukraine: Report

Cash-strapped Pak sold weapons worth $364mn to Ukraine: Report

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Citing details of the contract from the American Federal Procurement Data System, the BBC report claimed that Pakistan signed two contracts with American companies named "Global Military" and "Northrop Grumman" for the sale of 155mm shells.

The Battle Of The Oranges

The Battle Of The Oranges

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Italians participate in the annual 'Battle of the Oranges' also known as the Carnival of Ivrea in the northern city of Ivrea, Italy on Sunday, February 19, 2023.

Russia to drop charges against rebel leader, Wagner chief to go to Belarus

Russia to drop charges against rebel leader, Wagner chief to go to Belarus

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

After Wagner mercenary force chief Yevgeny Prigozhin decided to halt his forces' march to Moscow under deal brokered by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.

Army sets out to shop for drone detection system, issues request for info

Army sets out to shop for drone detection system, issues request for info

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

The Indian Army on Tuesday issued a request for information for procuring integrated drone detection systems.

Israel deploys hundreds of tanks, soldiers on Gaza border

Israel deploys hundreds of tanks, soldiers on Gaza border

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Israeli tanks and troops mounted on armoured vehicles were deployed in the region, seeming to suggest that a ground assault on Hamas in their backyard, Gaza, could begin any time soon.

Russian tanks barge in, Ukrainians ready

Russian tanks barge in, Ukrainians ready

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the Russian army on the march and the Ukrainian soldiers ready to engage them in battle.

Chahal spots chink in Maxwell's armour

Chahal spots chink in Maxwell's armour

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

'I know that if I can bowl 2-3 dot balls, he will step out and try to play an aggressive shot. However, in order to beat the batsman, the line and length has to be perfect' 'The combination is good. Before the match, we discuss what the wicket will be like. We also discuss what ball to bowl to which batsmen. We always have plans'

Israel attacks Lebanon after missile strike

Israel attacks Lebanon after missile strike

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) on Wednesday said it was carrying out strikes in Lebanon in retaliation to the attack on its border with anti-tank guided missiles, The Times of Israel reported.

'My 7 years in Anda cell were the most inhuman form of solitary confinement'

'My 7 years in Anda cell were the most inhuman form of solitary confinement'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

'When there was no crime committed, everything had to be fabricated. They see it as a war, and everything is fair in love and war.'

Sikh man, 11-year-old son shot dead in Canada

Sikh man, 11-year-old son shot dead in Canada

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

An Indian-origin Sikh man, described as a 'higher-level figure' in the organised crime scene in Canada, and his 11-year-old son were shot and killed in what police have called a 'sick and twisted' escalation of gang violence in the city of Edmonton.

Modi's Flawed Foreign Policy

Modi's Flawed Foreign Policy

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

We should reassess what India's role in the world is and whether we are doing the right thing for ourselves, notes Aakar Patel.

How Will Pakistan Army Deal With Imran Khan?

How Will Pakistan Army Deal With Imran Khan?

Rediff.com22 May 2023

The last word may not have been said on the churnings within the Pakistan army or the extent to which army chief General Asim Munir is in control, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RAW, India's external intelligence agency.

When President Wanted To Get Rid Of Rajiv Gandhi

When President Wanted To Get Rid Of Rajiv Gandhi

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Gianiji had crafted his moves with the meticulous planning of a chess grandmaster. He did not know whether a checkmate was feasible, as his time was running out, but he wanted Rajiv Gandhi to smell the fear of loss. A fascinating excerpt from K C Singh's The Indian President: An Insider's Account of the Zail Singh Years.

'Mani Ratnam Sir doesn't always have a very clear vision'

'Mani Ratnam Sir doesn't always have a very clear vision'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

'He knows what he doesn't want and likes exploring the rest with his cast and crew, so it's like a journey of making something beautiful together.'

Pakistan, Sri Lanka grapple with multiple challenges

Pakistan, Sri Lanka grapple with multiple challenges

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Pakistan are traditionally good against spinners but Babar Azam and Co. would take the likes of promising Dunith Wellalage and company lightly at their peril.

Can Bangladesh apply NZ's cheat codes to stumble England?

Can Bangladesh apply NZ's cheat codes to stumble England?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Bangladesh would like to exploit those chinks in England's armour

Hamas attack: Security structures' failure needs probe, says IDF official

Hamas attack: Security structures' failure needs probe, says IDF official

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

While many of them were engaged by Israeli forces, some managed to sneak back into Gaza with more than 200 civilian hostages.

From The Battlefields Of Ukraine

From The Battlefields Of Ukraine

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

A resident looks at buildings damaged by a Russian military strike in the city of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk region.

I was handed a hot potato with carte blanche: Naravane on LAC tensions

I was handed a hot potato with carte blanche: Naravane on LAC tensions

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

In his memoir Four Stars of Destiny, Naravane recounts Singh's direction as well as a flurry of phone calls between the defence minister, external affairs minister, the national security advisor and the chief of defence staff that night on the sensitive situation.

R-Day parade: Indian Army showcases its might at Rajpath

R-Day parade: Indian Army showcases its might at Rajpath

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

The Indian Army on Wednesday showcased at the Republic Day parade the Centurion tank, PT-76 tank, 75/24 Pack howitzer and OT-62 TOPAZ armoured personnel carrier

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'My adrenalin kicked in and the happiness returned! It was time to go in for the kill again.' IAF Veterans Group Captain Dilip Kumar Dass tells Air Commodore Nitin Sathe about how the IAF decimated tanks in the famous Battle of Longewala.