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5 killed in suspected ULFA attack in Assam's Tinsukia

5 killed in suspected ULFA attack in Assam's Tinsukia

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

Police suspect the gunmen belonged to the ULFA-Independent faction as they were in battle fatigue.

Taliban captures Afghanistan's third provincial capital

Taliban captures Afghanistan's third provincial capital

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

Earlier, the Taliban took control over Jawzjan province's capital Sheberghan and Nimroz province's capital Zaranj.

Pak FM terms Modi as 'terrorist', BJP calls him 'political pygmy'

Pak FM terms Modi as 'terrorist', BJP calls him 'political pygmy'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

"Pakistan Foreign Minister is a political pygmy in a powerless government kowtowing to the terror organisations. These pusillanimous comments reflect Pakistan's frustration with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's successful diplomacy in exposing the terror face of Pakistan to the world," said BJP spokesperson G V L Narasimha Rao.

Pakistan takes border war to UN doors

Pakistan takes border war to UN doors

Rediff.com12 Oct 2014

Stepping up its attempts to internationalise the Kashmir issue, Pakistan has written to the UN chief on the security situation along the LoC and the International Border with India and sought the world body's intervention in resolving the issue.

No explicit, implicit consent for drone strikes: Pakistan

No explicit, implicit consent for drone strikes: Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

Pakistan has strongly denied a United Nations report that members of its government had given consent to controversial drone strikes in the country and demanded an end to such attacks which incite hatred.

Heroic missions: From 1989 Op Raniganj to Thai cave rescue

Heroic missions: From 1989 Op Raniganj to Thai cave rescue

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Arguably the 'most talked about' rescue mission in recent years, the story of a Thai youth soccer team and their coach trapped in the Tham Luang Cave, prompting a global rescue effort, gripped the world.

Rajouri-Poonch J-K terror's new epicentre, warn security experts

Rajouri-Poonch J-K terror's new epicentre, warn security experts

Rediff.com9 May 2023

A total of 26 Army personnel, including three officers and five paratroopers, and seven civilians have been killed in eight terror attacks since October 11, 2021 in the twin districts.

Dialogue only option to resolve Palestinian issue: India

Dialogue only option to resolve Palestinian issue: India

Rediff.com23 Jul 2014

Deeply concerned over the escalating conflict in Gaza, India on Wednesday asked Israel and Palestine to demonstrate political will to agree to a ceasefire and return to the negotiating table.

Zelenskyy addresses European Parliament, gets a standing ovation

Zelenskyy addresses European Parliament, gets a standing ovation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday received a standing ovation after he addressed the European Parliament as the Russian military operation entered its sixth day.

Modi invite to Rajapaksa unacceptable: DMK

Modi invite to Rajapaksa unacceptable: DMK

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam president M Karunanidhi on Friday said Narendra Modi's invitation to Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa for his swearing-in was "not acceptable and unwelcome" by Tamils all over the world and urged the BJP leader to drop the initiative.

Some US drone attacks amount to war crimes: Amnesty

Some US drone attacks amount to war crimes: Amnesty

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

The United States has carried out "unlawful killings" in Pakistan through drone attacks, some of which could even amount to war crimes, a human rights group said on Tuesday.

Restrictions to continue in Kashmir on I-Day

Restrictions to continue in Kashmir on I-Day

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Additional Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police Munir Khan said restrictions in Jammu have been completely lifted.

One killed, 2 injured in Russian shelling on Ukraine's Kherson

One killed, 2 injured in Russian shelling on Ukraine's Kherson

Rediff.com18 Dec 2022

The strikes took place in Stepanivka, which is located just outside of Kherson, Tymoshenko said.

Blasts hit two mosques in Pakistan, 58 killed

Blasts hit two mosques in Pakistan, 58 killed

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

A powerful suicide blast ripped through a mosque in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province on Friday, killing at least 52 people and injuring over 50 others gathered to celebrate Prophet Muhammad's birthday, authorities said.

Army rejects Pak claim of killing 4 Indian jawans

Army rejects Pak claim of killing 4 Indian jawans

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

The Indian Army has not suffered any casualty in the month of July in these unprovoked ceasefire violations, the army spokesperson said.

Aamir Khan, Gavaskar, Kapil invited to Imran Khan's oath taking ceremony

Aamir Khan, Gavaskar, Kapil invited to Imran Khan's oath taking ceremony

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

Imran's party has asked the FO if it would be possible to invite PM Modi.

6 gunmen killed in Taliban attack on Afghan parliament

6 gunmen killed in Taliban attack on Afghan parliament

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

The Taliban helmed attack on the Afghan parliament on Monday, ended with all six gunmen killed, the interior ministry said.

UN 'regrets' Alamuddin's decision to not serve on Gaza probe

UN 'regrets' Alamuddin's decision to not serve on Gaza probe

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

The United Nations has expressed regret that noted human rights lawyer Amal Alamuddin will not be able to serve on an independent inquiry commission that will investigate possible human rights violations and war crimes committed, particularly in the Gaza Strip.

'Since Kashmir is not burning, the Pakistanis are very uncomfortable'

'Since Kashmir is not burning, the Pakistanis are very uncomfortable'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

'What has changed is the desperation of Pakistan proxies and the separatists in their failure to foment violence and civilian casualties in Kashmir.'

After Kashmir attacks, UN keen to broker India-Pak peace

After Kashmir attacks, UN keen to broker India-Pak peace

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

United Nations chief Ban Ki-moon has expressed readiness to engage with India and Pakistan in resolving the Kashmir issue if requested by both and asked them to resume talks to reach an agreement that would serve their security interests as well as that of the region.

Manipur: Shops shut, people asked to stay indoors after fresh violence

Manipur: Shops shut, people asked to stay indoors after fresh violence

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Business establishments remained closed on Tuesday morning and people were asked by security personnel to remain indoors through the public address system in New Chekon area of Imphal East district, where a mob torched two houses after four armed people, including a former MLA, forced people to shut their shops on Monday.

160 terrorists killed this yr; 250 active in Valley: J-K DGP

160 terrorists killed this yr; 250 active in Valley: J-K DGP

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

The DGP said 102 ultras out of those active in the Valley are of Pakistani origin. He also said that terror incidents and the number of local youths joining militancy have decreased.

Amid strained ties, India, Pakistan revive 'Track II diplomacy'

Amid strained ties, India, Pakistan revive 'Track II diplomacy'

Rediff.com1 May 2018

The Indian side, led by former foreign ministry secretary Vivek Katju and included well-known educationist J S Rajput and other experts, met ex-Pakistan foreign secretary Inamul Haque.

3 BSF men killed, 4 injured in ambush by terrorists in Kashmir

3 BSF men killed, 4 injured in ambush by terrorists in Kashmir

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

"It's an unfortunate incident. The BSF convoy was attacked on the national highway by terrorists who fired at it from the by-lanes near Bijbehara," Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police K Rajendra said.

Israel downs Hamas drone, death toll touches 177

Israel downs Hamas drone, death toll touches 177

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

Israel on Monday unleashed more airstrikes on Gaza and shot down a drone used for the first time by Hamas militants even as international pressure mounted on both to end the week-long conflict that has killed 177 Palestinians.

'Large number' of JeM terrorists eliminated in IAF airstrike: Govt

'Large number' of JeM terrorists eliminated in IAF airstrike: Govt

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

India, the FS said, expects Pakistan to dismantle all terror camps, including those of the JeM

On campaign trail, Modi hits back at rivals over Pak aggression

On campaign trail, Modi hits back at rivals over Pak aggression

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

Under fire, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched a counter offensive against Congress and NCP on ceasefire violations by Pakistan, saying such issues should not be dragged into political discourse as he hauled them over the coals over corruption in Maharashtra

5 soldiers killed in blast triggered by terrorists in Rajouri

5 soldiers killed in blast triggered by terrorists in Rajouri

Rediff.com5 May 2023

A statement from the Army's Northern Command said its personnel have been conducting 'relentless intelligence-based operations to flush out a group of terrorists involved in an ambush on an Army truck in the Tota Gali area of Bhata Dhurian in Jammu region last month'.

Amidst LoC tensions, border villagers demand more civilian bunkers

Amidst LoC tensions, border villagers demand more civilian bunkers

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

In December last year, the Centre had decided to construct community bunkers along International Border and Line of Control for being used during shelling and firing by Pak.

'India will not forget for generations if Pak launches surgical strikes'

'India will not forget for generations if Pak launches surgical strikes'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Pakistan Air Force Chief Marshal Sohail Aman said it is better if India showed restraint and solved the Kashmir issue to prevent escalation of tension.

Imphal Valley tense; security forces, militants exchange fire

Imphal Valley tense; security forces, militants exchange fire

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The Imphal Valley in Manipur remained peaceful but tense on Friday, however intermittent gunfights between militant groups and security forces were reported from the hill districts surrounding the valley.

Russia, Ukraine accuse each other of impeding humanitarian corridors

Russia, Ukraine accuse each other of impeding humanitarian corridors

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the UN Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya told the UN Security Council briefing on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine on Monday that "Ukraine deeply regrets that more than 2,000 citizens of India, China, Turkey, Pakistan and other countries suffer today along with Ukrainians from Russian aggression."

US commandos raid hideouts in Africa, nab top Qaeda leader

US commandos raid hideouts in Africa, nab top Qaeda leader

Rediff.com6 Oct 2013

In daring raids, US commandos have captured a fugitive al-Qaeda leader from the streets of Libya and raided the seaside villa of an al-Shabaab militant in Somalia, signalling America's determination to pursue dreaded terrorists abroad.

Hizbul, JeM used children in Kashmir during clashes: UN report

Hizbul, JeM used children in Kashmir during clashes: UN report

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The report covers 20 countries, including war-torn Syria, Afghanistan, and Yemen and also the situation in India, the Philippines and Nigeria.

In China, Sushma justifies air strike, says dont' want to see further escalation

In China, Sushma justifies air strike, says dont' want to see further escalation

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

Sushma said after the Pulwama terrorist attack, Pakistan instead of taking seriously the call for the international community to act against the JeM and other terror groups denied any knowledge of the attack and out rightly dismissed claims by the JeM.

At all-party meet, leaders assure govt of support in anti-terror action

At all-party meet, leaders assure govt of support in anti-terror action

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj briefed them about the operation that destroyed Jaish-e-Mohammed's terror training camp in Balakot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan.

Another Kashmiri Pandit killed in J-K, fresh exodus call issued

Another Kashmiri Pandit killed in J-K, fresh exodus call issued

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Terrorists have stepped up attacks in the Kashmir valley over the past week.

Himanta for neutral agency to probe clash with Mizoram

Himanta for neutral agency to probe clash with Mizoram

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

The Mizoram police had lodged an FIR against Sarma and six officials under various charges including those related to attempt to murder and criminal conspiracy at Vairengte police station late on Monday after a gun fight between Mizoram and the Assam police. The FIR, however, became public on Friday.

Army deploys through-the-wall radar to spot terrorists

Army deploys through-the-wall radar to spot terrorists

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Army can detect terrorists who might be hiding in wall cavities or false ceilings.

Sri Lanka asked to exercise caution while handling Indian fishing boats

Sri Lanka asked to exercise caution while handling Indian fishing boats

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

During a virtual meeting of the joint working group on fisheries on Friday, both countries agreed that the use of force could not be justified under any circumstances.