News for 'ceasefire'

'Maunvrat, maunvrat': Tharoor evades question on Op Sindoor

'Maunvrat, maunvrat': Tharoor evades question on Op Sindoor

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Tharoor led a multi-party delegation, visiting various countries, to apprise the world about India's stand against cross-border terrorism following Operation Sindoor, which was launched in retaliation against the ghastly Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives.

Israel, Hamas reach deal on 4-day ceasefire, hostage release

Israel, Hamas reach deal on 4-day ceasefire, hostage release

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

According to the Qatar government, the agreement includes the release of 50 civilian women and children hostages currently held in the Gaza Strip in exchange for the release of a number of Palestinian women and children detained in Israeli prisons, the number of those released will be increased in later stages of implementing the agreement.

India-Pak conflict: A history of major flashpoints

India-Pak conflict: A history of major flashpoints

Rediff.com7 May 2025

India's recent missile strikes on nine terrorist locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), including Bahawalpur, mark a significant escalation in the long-standing military tensions between the two nations. This article provides a historical overview of the Indo-Pak military confrontations, tracing their roots back to the 1947 war following India's independence and the partition of the sub-continent, and highlighting key conflicts such as the 1965 war, the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, the 1999 Kargil War, the 2016 Uri attack, and the 2019 Pulwama attack.

Blinken meets Arab leaders, says US against ceasefire in Gaza

Blinken meets Arab leaders, says US against ceasefire in Gaza

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated his country's stance against an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during his meetings with key Middle Eastern leaders on Saturday, CNN reported.

'Modi first...': Kharge takes swipe at Tharoor as war escalates

'Modi first...': Kharge takes swipe at Tharoor as war escalates

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Soon after Kharge's remarks, Tharoor put out a cryptic post on X in which there was an image of a bird with the caption --"Don't ask permission to fly. The wings are yours. And the sky belongs to no one..."

At least 413 Palestinians killed after Israel strikes Gaza

At least 413 Palestinians killed after Israel strikes Gaza

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

"Israel will, from now on, act against Hamas with increasing military strength," Netanyahu's office said.

'Pak ran like a scared dog with tail between its legs'

'Pak ran like a scared dog with tail between its legs'

Rediff.com15 May 2025

A former Pentagon official, Michael Rubin has said that India targeted terror infrastructure with precision, and it was able to blunt Pakistan's response following the recent strikes.

Israel Took 6 Days, India Nailed In 2!

Israel Took 6 Days, India Nailed In 2!

Rediff.com15 May 2025

'For weeks, months and years, it would continue to be debated if India should have pushed the early advantage and decapacitated Pakistan militarily.' 'India refused to bite the provocatively proverbial bullet and escalate it into a full-fledged war,' notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

India Must Be Ready For Next War With Pakistan

India Must Be Ready For Next War With Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

India has to fill in all the critical gaps in missiles, ammunition, sensors and stockpile in the fastest possible manner, focusing on the critical instruments that worked this time, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

India-Pakistan clash unlikely? Asia Cup fate unclear

India-Pakistan clash unlikely? Asia Cup fate unclear

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

This year's Asia Cup hangs in the balance following the recent clashes between tournament hosts India and arch-rivals Pakistan.

BCCI pushes for foreign stars' return as IPL resumes

BCCI pushes for foreign stars' return as IPL resumes

Rediff.com13 May 2025

All the 10 teams are involved in a lot of back and forth with their overseas recruits over their arrival plans in India a day after the IPL announced the revised schedule following necessary security clearances from the government.

IPL to celebrate success of Operation Sindoor

IPL to celebrate success of Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com27 May 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said that an invitation has been extended to chiefs of all three Armed forces, top-ranked officers and soldiers for the IPL 2025 final on June 3.

Stock markets log biggest single-day rise; Sensex ends up 2975 points

Stock markets log biggest single-day rise; Sensex ends up 2975 points

Rediff.com12 May 2025

From the Sensex firms, Adani Ports, Eternal, Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finserv, Reliance Industries, Power Grid and NTPC were the major gainers. Sun Pharma, however, tanked over 5 per cent.

Modi speaks to Iranian President on phone after US strikes

Modi speaks to Iranian President on phone after US strikes

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday conveyed to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian India's 'deep concern' over Iran's conflict with Israel and called for immediate de-escalation of the situation through 'dialogue and diplomacy'.

US vetoes UN resolution on immediate Gaza ceasefire; UK abstains from voting

US vetoes UN resolution on immediate Gaza ceasefire; UK abstains from voting

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

The 15-nation Council met on Friday to vote on the resolution tabled by the United Arab Emirates and backed by over 90 member states. The resolution got the backing of 13 Council members who voted in its favour while the United Kingdom abstained.

'Howdy Modi meant nothing': Oppn mocks PM after Trump's 25% tariff

'Howdy Modi meant nothing': Oppn mocks PM after Trump's 25% tariff

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said Modi should take inspiration from former prime minister Indira Gandhi and stand up to the president of the United States.

'US Taking Relations With Pakistan's Generals To A Very Dramatic Level'

'US Taking Relations With Pakistan's Generals To A Very Dramatic Level'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'Trump's sons, and the son of Trump's Mideast envoy Steven Witkoff, are in the crypto business and recently signed deals with Pakistan's crypto council.' 'It may not be coincidental that not long before the Trump-Munir meeting, the head of Pakistan's crypto council met with Trump's White House crypto policy czar.'

Be Prepared For Another War!

Be Prepared For Another War!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

India needs to be technologically and militarily prepared to defend itself from both Pakistan and China, alerts Ramesh Menon.

Shreyas Iyer's Fierce Reminder Goes Viral

Shreyas Iyer's Fierce Reminder Goes Viral

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer has delivered a firm and timely reminder of the league's identity

4 kids among 13 killed in Pak shelling, 57 injured

4 kids among 13 killed in Pak shelling, 57 injured

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The worst-hit in the Pakistani shelling was Poonch district which accounted for all the civilian deaths, the officials said, adding 28 persons were also injured and the condition of some of them was stated to be critical.

Modi hails 'Vijay Utsav' as Opposition gears up to corner govt

Modi hails 'Vijay Utsav' as Opposition gears up to corner govt

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said Parliament's Monsoon session is like a 'Vijay Utsav' as the Indian armed forces achieved their objectives under Operation Sindoor 100 per cent, and expressed confidence that the MPs will articulate this sentiment in one voice.

21 killed, 83 hurt in Russian missile strike on Ukrainian city

21 killed, 83 hurt in Russian missile strike on Ukrainian city

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

The assault occurred as residents were attending Sunday church services.

Sensex jumps 1,000 points; Nifty surges over 1%

Sensex jumps 1,000 points; Nifty surges over 1%

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

From the Sensex constituents, Tata Steel, Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel, Adani Ports, Eternal, Bajaj Finserv, NTPC, HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries and Axis Bank were among the major gainers. In contrast, Trent, State Bank of India, Tech Mahindra, Maruti and Mahindra & Mahindra were among the laggards.

Trump Is Closer Than Ever To Win The Nobel

Trump Is Closer Than Ever To Win The Nobel

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Trump couldn't care less anymore about the Israeli demand for Iran's 'de-nuclearisation' and 'de-militarisation.' Trump pins hopes on a grand bargain with Iran as a partner in America First, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Hamas frees 4 women Israeli soldiers

Hamas frees 4 women Israeli soldiers

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

The four soldiers -- Karina Ariev, Daniela Gilboa, Naama Levy and Liri Albag -- were taken captive from Nahal Oz military base in Hamas' October 7, 2023 attack that ignited the war.

'Thank You, Modiji For Saving My Sindoor'

'Thank You, Modiji For Saving My Sindoor'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

'I believe Modiji hai toh mumkin hai.'

Omar Abdullah offers help to rebuild houses damaged in Pak shelling

Omar Abdullah offers help to rebuild houses damaged in Pak shelling

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Abdullah, who visited the shelling-affected areas of Uri, including Salamabad, Lagama, Bandi and Gingal in north Kashmir's Baramulla district, also said that he would take up the demand for building individual bunkers in these areas with the Centre.

'We Are Not The Obstacle To Peace'

'We Are Not The Obstacle To Peace'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

'We will never recognise any part of territories occupied by the Russians.'

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Indian carriers are grappling with severe operational disruptions after Iran launched missile strikes on the US military base in Qatar late Monday. This led to airspace closures for long hours in parts of West Asia. Iran, Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait shut down their skies following the attack, forcing airlines to cancel, divert, or delay flights through these vital corridors.

Will Pak hockey team be granted entry to India for Asia Cup?

Will Pak hockey team be granted entry to India for Asia Cup?

Rediff.com20 May 2025

The country comes first for us. Asia Cup is happening in India, and whatever the government advises us, we will abide by tha

What exactly transpired between Trump-Zelenskyy in White House

What exactly transpired between Trump-Zelenskyy in White House

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Here are the key moments from the White House.

Pak govt draws flak for seeking Peace Nobel for Trump

Pak govt draws flak for seeking Peace Nobel for Trump

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

The Pakistan government, as well as the country's military establishment, have come under severe criticism from netizens on social media for recommending United States President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.

No country asked India to stop Op Sindoor, Modi tells LS

No country asked India to stop Op Sindoor, Modi tells LS

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended India's actions against terrorism, stating no country stopped India and criticizing the Congress party for not supporting the armed forces. He highlighted the success of Operation Sindoor and warned Pakistan against further misadventures.

After 471 days, 3 Israeli hostages reunited with families

After 471 days, 3 Israeli hostages reunited with families

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The three women -- Romi Gnen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher -- were held captive by Hamas during its attack on October 7, 2023, which killed at least 1200 people. The Lebanon-backed group released them in exchange for 90 Palestinian prisoners.

Ukraine-Russia ceasefire during FIFA World Cup?

Ukraine-Russia ceasefire during FIFA World Cup?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

FIFA boss Infantino urges World Cup ceasefire in Ukraine

'They shot down 5 planes': Trump repeats India-Pak truce claim

'They shot down 5 planes': Trump repeats India-Pak truce claim

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Trump, who has repeatedly said that he stopped the conflict between India and Pakistan through trade, last Friday said for the first time that "five jets were shot down" during the fighting.

Beijing mum on performance of Chinese weapons used by Pakistan

Beijing mum on performance of Chinese weapons used by Pakistan

Rediff.com29 May 2025

The Chinese military Thursday declined to comment on the performance of China-made weapons used by Pakistan in the recent conflict with India.

Height of...: Sonia slams Modi's 'shameful silence' on Gaza 'genocide'

Height of...: Sonia slams Modi's 'shameful silence' on Gaza 'genocide'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Gandhi urged the prime minister to speak out "clearly, boldly and forthrightly" on behalf of the legacy that India has long represented.

India, Pak hold flag meeting after firings across LoC

India, Pak hold flag meeting after firings across LoC

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

India and Pakistan on Friday held a flag meeting along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district in an effort to ease tension after several recent incidents of cross-border firing and an IED attack, official sources said.

Why Bus To Evacuate Indian Students In Iran Is Stuck!

Why Bus To Evacuate Indian Students In Iran Is Stuck!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

'The Indian embassy did send a bus to evacuate us along with an Indian embassy official, but Urmia University is not giving us permission to leave.'