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265 dead, 1,440 injured as Turkey coup bid crumbles

265 dead, 1,440 injured as Turkey coup bid crumbles

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

Those killed include 41 police officers, 47 civilians, 2 soldiers, 104 coup plotters.

Janata parivar leaders share dais, slam Modi

Janata parivar leaders share dais, slam Modi

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

Pitching for larger opposition unity, six constituents of the erstwhile Janata Parivar on Monday shared dais at a mahadharna slamming the Bharatiya Janata Party's 'divisive' politics and accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of telling lies and not fulfilling poll promises on black money.

Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej dies at 88

Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej dies at 88

Rediff.com13 Oct 2016

Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn will succeed the king, Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha said in a televised address.

Russian hooligans see themselves as Kremlin foot soldiers

Russian hooligans see themselves as Kremlin foot soldiers

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Ultra-nationalist and schooled in their country's historical grievances, Russian soccer hooligans see themselves as fighting the Kremlin's geopolitical battles in miniature when they clash with foreign fans at the Euro 2016 tournament.

Tigers in high mountains, tanks in snow

Tigers in high mountains, tanks in snow

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Like millions of people across the world, the year 2020 had dealt me irreplaceable losses and the lowest of blows. Like I have always done at such junctures, I had sought the refuge of the mountains. I wanted to end the year on a high, to show the finger to life, says Sumit Bhattacharya after a memorable journey to North Sikkim.

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Bharati Dutt witnessed life-changing events that shaped India on the threshold of freedom. Her memories are an account of how ordinary Indians saw India change.

A battle of two ex-MoSes in Arakkonam

A battle of two ex-MoSes in Arakkonam

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

What happens when two former ministers go up against each other? No sparks fly, reports A Ganesh Nadar from the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency in Tamil Nadu, but it is the summer heat that has the last word on the campaign.

Panel to check trade-based money laundering

Panel to check trade-based money laundering

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

To curb the menace of illicit fund flows, the government has set up a high level panel that will look into trade-based money laundering activities which particularly involve manipulation of invoices.

Advani's dig at Modi: Leaders shouldn't criticise others on I-Day

Advani's dig at Modi: Leaders shouldn't criticise others on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2013

In an apparent jibe at Narendra Modi, who lashed out Prime Minister Manmohan Singh from Bhuj, senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader L K Advani on Thursday said that on a day like Independence Day leaders should not be critical of others.

Protest in press room not podium, IOC tells athletes at Sochi Olympics

Protest in press room not podium, IOC tells athletes at Sochi Olympics

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Athletes at the Winter Olympics in Sochi may be punished for making statements on the podium against Russia's anti-gay laws or human rights record but can do so at news conferences without fear of sanction, the IOC said.

Agora presents the very best of photojournalism

Agora presents the very best of photojournalism

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

From climate change protests to democratic uprisings against biased and violent authorities, it is clear that 2019 was a pivotal year for citizens all over the world. Free-to-use mobile app Agora launched its first #Photojournalism photo competition to give photographers a way to shed light on specific issues. The competition gathered more than 12,321 submissions from amateur and professional photographers all over the world. 'Young guns,' a striking picture of a group of Filipino children playing with dumpsite toy guns collected the most votes in the app, awarding its author @renebernal with a $1,000 cash prize. Take a look at the winners' striking work.

Grand Chess tour: Anand finally logs points after draw with leader Topalov

Grand Chess tour: Anand finally logs points after draw with leader Topalov

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

Former world champion Viswanathan Anand played out a draw with table-topper Veselin Topalov of Bulgaria in the third round to open his account in the Sinquefield Cup -- a part of the Grand Chess tour.

PIX: Egypt erupts in jubilation after sealing first World Cup berth in 28 years

PIX: Egypt erupts in jubilation after sealing first World Cup berth in 28 years

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

The win clinched Egypt a long-awaited spot in Russia for the 2018 World Cup finals, where the Arab world's most populous country will compete on football's ultimate stage for the first time since Italy in 1990.

Soon, you can visit Times Square in Mumbai!

Soon, you can visit Times Square in Mumbai!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2014

The proposal is divided into multiple phases and for the first phase the Union Ministry of Tourism sanctioned Rs 5 cr.

How to Rebuild Kashmir

How to Rebuild Kashmir

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

'Let people across the LoC see the resolve of Bharat and the contribution of the Indian Security Forces in rebuilding the Valley. Let disaster become the rallying point for integration -- not only of society but also of all the instruments of State,' says General Anil Chait (retd).

Ostapenko outclasses Wozniacki to reach French semis

Ostapenko outclasses Wozniacki to reach French semis

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Latvian Jelena Ostapenko's dream run at the French Open continued as she stunned former world number one Caroline Wozniacki to reach the semi-finals.

Was a painless demonetisation possible?

Was a painless demonetisation possible?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

The demonetisation move will force the Modi government to battle with a policy dichotomy, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Inked! Cricketers' obsession with tattoos

Inked! Cricketers' obsession with tattoos

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Check out how these cricketers decorate their bodies.

Green-Tregaro told to change rainbow fingernails

Green-Tregaro told to change rainbow fingernails

Rediff.com17 Aug 2013

Swedish high jumper Emma Green-Tregaro, who painted her fingernails in the colours of the rainbow flag in support of Russia's gay community, has been told not to repeat the gesture in Saturday's world championship final.

'Growth in last quarter dipped... but economy will recover'

'Growth in last quarter dipped... but economy will recover'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2017

'Challenges will come but we will stay the course. No big step can be taken if one is afraid of criticism. We will not flinch from criticism,' says Railways Minister Piyush Goyal.

Audubon photography awards show breathtaking beauty of birds

Audubon photography awards show breathtaking beauty of birds

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

It's another year of beautiful birds for the Audubon Photography awards. The Grand Prize went to Kathrin Swoboda for her photo of a Red-winged Blackbird. The National Audubon Society is an American non-profit environmental organisation dedicated to conservation. It protects birds and their habitats throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education and on-the-ground conservation. See all of the winners below, and if you are still craving more avian photography.

RS MPs condemn Sangh leaders' inflammatory remarks

RS MPs condemn Sangh leaders' inflammatory remarks

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Opposition members in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday expressed serious concern over reports that some Sangh Parivar leaders had allegedly sought to take "revenge" on the minority community for the killing of a VHP leader.

In I-day speech, Modi hails India's rise under his govt

In I-day speech, Modi hails India's rise under his govt

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

The prime minister highlighted the gains made during his last four years vis-a-vis the previous governments to suggest that he has lived up to the promise of hope he had offered to the electorate in 2014.

Did Doval exchange a princess for Christian Michel?

Did Doval exchange a princess for Christian Michel?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

'As she was dragged off the yacht, the princess cried, "I won't go back to the UAE, just kill me now!"' 'She hasn't been heard of since then.' 'Perhaps she is dead.' 'If so, Modi's government has blood on its hands,' notes Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

It's time for companies to come clean

It's time for companies to come clean

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Penalties for undisclosed foreign income and assets extend up to 300%.

A toast to Athens and democracy

A toast to Athens and democracy

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

Geetanjali Krishna approached her trip to Greece -- the cradle of democracy where the notions of equality, free speech and civic liberty first took shape -- as much as pilgrimage as a holiday.

Indian human smuggler gets 5 years in US prison

Indian human smuggler gets 5 years in US prison

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

Yadvinder Singh Bhamba was arrested for conspiring to send 400 people from India, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and other countries to the US.

Ayodhya peaceful amid heavy police deployment on Babri demolition anniversary

Ayodhya peaceful amid heavy police deployment on Babri demolition anniversary

Rediff.com6 Dec 2014

Uneasy calm prevailed in Ayodhya, which on Saturday looked like a fortress, with deployment of more than 10,000 cops on the 22nd anniversary of the demolition of the Babri Mosque.

'If Modi-Shah stand on their heads they won't get 272'

'If Modi-Shah stand on their heads they won't get 272'

Rediff.com20 May 2019

'No right thinking student of politics can name one state where the BJP gains in double digits.'

PHOTOS: 2 Charlie Hebdo attack suspects located in North France

PHOTOS: 2 Charlie Hebdo attack suspects located in North France

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Cherif Kouachi and Said Kouachi, the two brothers suspected of having attacked the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo killing 12, were spotted in northern France on Thursday.

Texas shooter had issues with mother-in-law who attended the attacked church

Texas shooter had issues with mother-in-law who attended the attacked church

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

He killed his grandmother-in-law during the attack, friends of the woman told the media.

Jammu happy, Kashmiris miffed as J-K becomes UT

Jammu happy, Kashmiris miffed as J-K becomes UT

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

The transition from the state into two Union territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh on Thursday was met with a complete shutdown in the the valley as shops and other business establishments were shut, and public transport were off the roads.

Euro 2016 playoffs: Sweden triumph but Danes steal precious away goal

Euro 2016 playoffs: Sweden triumph but Danes steal precious away goal

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Sweden scored two quickfire goals either side of halftime to beat Denmark 2-1 in a Euro 2016 playoff first leg on Saturday but losing coach Morten Olsen believes his side can overturn the deficit in the return match.

Can you watch 425 films in a year?

Can you watch 425 films in a year?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Aseem Chhabra watched some great films and some huge disappointments in 2020.

Assam continues to burn, 2 die in police firing, DGP's car attacked

Assam continues to burn, 2 die in police firing, DGP's car attacked

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Anti-CAB protests intensify in Guwahati even as the PM appealed for calm, assuring the people of the state that the govt will protect their interests.

Meaningless to talk to Pak until it stops aiding terrorism: Rajnath

Meaningless to talk to Pak until it stops aiding terrorism: Rajnath

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

Singh said India has a policy of maintaining cordial relations with neighbours.

Beware, taxmen to watch your posts on social media

Beware, taxmen to watch your posts on social media

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Information gathered from a person's social media account will be matched with his or her declared income.

World Cup Diary: Check out this CHEEKY LETTER from NZ skipper!

World Cup Diary: Check out this CHEEKY LETTER from NZ skipper!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

New Zealand fans were offered a letter of consent from Black Caps skipper Brendon McCullum to get them off work.

#PrayersforParis...Sporting world mourns

#PrayersforParis...Sporting world mourns

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

All major sporting events in the Paris region were suspended on Saturday as France mourned the victims of the attacks in the capital city the night before that left 129 people dead and 352 wounded.

Safe, inclusive India: Prez outlines Modi govt's goals

Safe, inclusive India: Prez outlines Modi govt's goals

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

Laying the roadmap of the Narendra Modi government for its second term, President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday said empowering every person is the main goal for a 'New India' by 2022 on the back of a "stronger mandate" for continuing uninterrupted the journey of development started in 2014.