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Raj police nab suspected spy for sharing strategic info with ISI

Raj police nab suspected spy for sharing strategic info with ISI

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Sengathir said that during the interrogation Narendra Kumar said that about two years ago, he came in contact with an account running in the name of "Poonam Bajwa" on Facebook.

Convoy carrying 23 Chinese engineers attacked in Pak's Balochistan

Convoy carrying 23 Chinese engineers attacked in Pak's Balochistan

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

The attack occurred near the Gwadar police station in Balochistan when the convoy carrying 23 Chinese engineers was passing the police station and an IED blast took place.

Indian Army fully geared for full-fledged war in Ladakh

Indian Army fully geared for full-fledged war in Ladakh

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

In a statement, it said compared to physically and psychologically battle-hardened Indian troops, Chinese troops mostly are from urban areas and not used to hardships or prolonged deployment under field conditions.

Ladakh councillor held for mocking PM, Army in audio clip

Ladakh councillor held for mocking PM, Army in audio clip

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

The action against Zakir Hussain, a councillor from Shakar constituency in Kargil district, followed registration of a first information report against him by police on Friday even as the councillor submitted a public apology over his remarks, the officials said.

Jolt to Cong as Gandhi family loyalist joins BJP in MP

Jolt to Cong as Gandhi family loyalist joins BJP in MP

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

These leaders joined the BJP in the presence of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, state BJP president V D Sharma and former CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan at the party's state headquarters on Saturday morning.

Talks 'positive, constructive': India, China armies in joint statement

Talks 'positive, constructive': India, China armies in joint statement

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

The seventh round of military talks between India and China held on Monday was "positive and constructive", and both sides agreed to earnestly implement the understanding reached by their leaders to not turn differences into disputes, a joint statement by the two armies said on Tuesday.

'You don't need a face to match Modi'

'You don't need a face to match Modi'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

'What you need is a credible Opposition, a credible platform to persuade people to believe that it can replace this government.'

Imphal: Mob clashes with security forces, sets houses on fire

Imphal: Mob clashes with security forces, sets houses on fire

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Security forces which tried to quell the mob were forced to use force and fired tear gas shells at the mob at New Checkon in Imphal, they added.

Army Chief on two-day visit to Ladakh, reviews security situation

Army Chief on two-day visit to Ladakh, reviews security situation

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

On the first day of his two-day visit to Ladakh, Gen Naravane held a series of meetings with top commanders about the evolving situation in the region as well as on India's overall combat readiness to deal with any eventualities, military sources said.

'Tunnel rescue like war, can't speculate when it will end'

'Tunnel rescue like war, can't speculate when it will end'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The 41 workers trapped in Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel for the last 11 days are likely to be rescued in the next few hours or by tomorrow, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) member Lt Gen (retd) Syed Ata Hasnain said on Thursday evening.

19 killed as Pak army plane crashes in Rawalpindi

19 killed as Pak army plane crashes in Rawalpindi

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

The plane crashed in the suburbs of Mora Kalu village, killing 12 civilians and five crew members and destroying five to six houses, the Pakistan army said.

After Iran's strike, China vows to protect Pakistan

After Iran's strike, China vows to protect Pakistan

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

As China's Foreign Minister Sun Weidong visited Pakistan on a mediation mission, a statement from Foreign Ministry on Monday said it is maintaining close contacts with Pakistan and Iran to 'bridge their differences'.

How Dropped Candidates Keep Busy

How Dropped Candidates Keep Busy

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Cricket climate change to medical practice, dropped candidates have their non-political life sorted.

Resentment over Pak army chief's extension

Resentment over Pak army chief's extension

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

As many as 17 three star generals will retire before General Bajwa hangs his boots, says Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Rescued workers to be airlifted to AIIMS-Rishikesh on Wednesday

Rescued workers to be airlifted to AIIMS-Rishikesh on Wednesday

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

The NDMA member further stated that the health conditions of the rescued workers will be monitored for the next 48 to 72 hours.

9 top PLA generals dismissed from China's Parliament

9 top PLA generals dismissed from China's Parliament

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

Over a million officials are said to have been punished in Xi's anti-corruption campaign according to the official media accounts. The intensity of the campaign also attracted criticism that Xi made effective use of it to silence his critics and rivals within the party.

ICC objects to army insignia on Dhoni's gloves

ICC objects to army insignia on Dhoni's gloves

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

During the opening World Cup fixture against South Africa in Southampton, Mahendra Singh Dhoni's gloves attracted special attention.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan is a light glimpse into healthy young lives ready to soar in their own sweet skin, applauds Sukanya Verma.

5 Lashkar terrorists among 6 ultras killed in 2 encounters in J-K

5 Lashkar terrorists among 6 ultras killed in 2 encounters in J-K

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Security forces had launched a cordon-and-search operation in Nehama village of Kulgam following information about the presence of terrorists in the area on Thursday, the officials said.

'Securing release of ex navy men will be tough'

'Securing release of ex navy men will be tough'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'Instead of shouting at cricket matches, why don't we raise our voices for the release of the Indian Navy veterans in Qatar?'

Indian Army ignores Chinese propaganda

Indian Army ignores Chinese propaganda

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

Today, the Ladakhis and Tibetans have been joined by the Sikhs, the Madrassis, the Garhwalis, the Rajputs, who are well trained psychologically and otherwise, to defend the nation, observes Claude Arpi.

Maryam Nawaz becomes first woman CM of a province in Pakistan

Maryam Nawaz becomes first woman CM of a province in Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of three-time former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, on Monday, became the first-ever woman chief minister of a province in Pakistan when she was elected to head the Punjab province, describing it as an 'honour' for every woman in the country.

No dispute with neighbours, but shared future with BRI, says China

No dispute with neighbours, but shared future with BRI, says China

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Lou also spoke about China's tensions with neighbouring countries without directly mentioning the eastern Ladakh border standoff with India since May 2020 which resulted in the Galwan Valley clash in June of that year.

Fresh headache for India as ISIS seeks foothold in Pakistan

Fresh headache for India as ISIS seeks foothold in Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Pakistan, which is witnessing an influx of Tehreek-i-Taliban terrorists in significant numbers in the restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's tribal districts, is also facing a threat from the Islamic State (ISIS) which is trying to establish a foothold in the country, the ministry of interior has said.

After foreign minister, China sacks missing defence minister

After foreign minister, China sacks missing defence minister

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

China also removed Finance Minister Liu Kun and appointed Lan Fo'an in his place. Liu is the third senior Cabinet minister to be replaced without any explanation.

Sam Bahadur Is A Delight To Watch

Sam Bahadur Is A Delight To Watch

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

For someone like me who studied Sam so intently, if a lump could form in the throat during the emotive scenes, I think the cast did a superb job, notes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Police probe FB threat to Aazad, seize vehicle used by attackers

Police probe FB threat to Aazad, seize vehicle used by attackers

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

The vehicle used by the attackers of Dalit leader and Bhim Army chief Chandra Shekhar Aazad was recovered from a village in Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur district, the police said on Thursday.

Can Modi Win A Simple Majority?

Can Modi Win A Simple Majority?

Rediff.com9 May 2024

2019 was the Bharatiya Janata Party's breakout year, when it stretched the boundaries of what was thought possible and ended up with 303 seats on its own steam. Now it is forced to play defence, on a pitch queered by too many variables, asserts Prem Panicker.

8th round of talks candid, constructive, say Indian, Chinese armies

8th round of talks candid, constructive, say Indian, Chinese armies

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

In a joint statement, the two armies said it was agreed to earnestly implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries and ensure that the frontline troops exercise restraint and avoid misunderstanding and miscalculation.

'We have taught the Chinese some lessons'

'We have taught the Chinese some lessons'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'In Eastern Ladakh the Chinese attempted salami slicing.' 'Our response has been superb. Our military has responded magnificently.'

BJP held celebrations on day soldiers died: Oppn

BJP held celebrations on day soldiers died: Oppn

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Colonel Manpreet Singh, Commanding Officer of 19 Rashtriya Rifles, Major Ashish Dhonack, and Deputy Superintendent Humayun Bhat were killed in the gunfight with terrorists that ensued in Garol area of Anantnag district early Wednesday.

Hamas attack: Under fire, Netanyahu apologises for blaming security services

Hamas attack: Under fire, Netanyahu apologises for blaming security services

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

His comments evoked sharp criticism following which it was deleted.

US evades question on giving nod to Pak strike on Iran

US evades question on giving nod to Pak strike on Iran

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

The United States on Thursday (local time) evaded a question on whether Pakistan held prior consultations with Washington, DC before conducting retaliatory air strikes on Iran.

Pak army chief's extension: The Plot Thickens!

Pak army chief's extension: The Plot Thickens!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

'It is not difficult for a Pakistan army chief assisted by the deep state to manipulate a situation.' 'Pulwama, Uri and Pathankot, all come to mind,' cautions Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

A bloodier nose next time: Army chief's warning to Pak

A bloodier nose next time: Army chief's warning to Pak

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Responding to a question on the meeting between Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and United States President Donald Trump in the US, Rawat said that Pakistan can do anything to get money.

Super Bowl PIX: Taylor Swift shares the glare with Kelce as Chiefs win

Super Bowl PIX: Taylor Swift shares the glare with Kelce as Chiefs win

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Swift, who last weekend won the Grammy Award for album of the year for a record fourth time, has attended 12 Chiefs games since she began dating Kelce last year, boosting already sky-high NFL ratings.

Pakistan expels Iran's envoy after airstrike, recalls man in Teheran

Pakistan expels Iran's envoy after airstrike, recalls man in Teheran

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Pakistan's ministry of foreign affairs said that the violation of Pakistan's sovereignty is "completely unacceptable" and warned of serious consequences.

Are You Ready For Sam Bahadur?

Are You Ready For Sam Bahadur?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

And it's a wrap for Vicky Kaushal's next film, Sam Bahadur!

Kashmiris took Art 370 scrapping positively: Top army officer

Kashmiris took Art 370 scrapping positively: Top army officer

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Gen Raju said Pakistan was "not happy" with the peaceful situation in the valley.

Pak intensifying efforts to push infiltrators in J-K: Army

Pak intensifying efforts to push infiltrators in J-K: Army

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Lt Gen Singh also said necessary security arrangements had been put in place to ensure peace and security.