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Indian officials land in Maldives to defuse Nasheed crisis

Indian officials land in Maldives to defuse Nasheed crisis

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

The team, which is headed by Harsh Vardhan Shringla, Joint Secretary in the MEA and includes officials of legal background, met Foreign Minister Abdul Samad Abdulla and discussed various aspects of the issue, official sources told PTI.

Will this man defuse the Iraq crisis

Will this man defuse the Iraq crisis

Rediff.com9 Nov 2006

A look at his 26-year career in the intelligence agency will tell more about the man.

Situation getting out of hand: Amarinder to Centre on farmer's stir

Situation getting out of hand: Amarinder to Centre on farmer's stir

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Despite heavy security deployment, groups of farmers from Punjab managed to reach near two Delhi border points on Friday morning after breaking police barricades in Haryana.

Is Amritpal Singh The New Bhindranwale?

Is Amritpal Singh The New Bhindranwale?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Most political leaders in Punjab have come out in the open to oppose him, unlike the early 1980s when political leaders were scared of speaking against Bhindranwale, observes Sudhir Bisht.

India has retained its options by abstaining from UNSC vote: Sources

India has retained its options by abstaining from UNSC vote: Sources

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

Russia vetoed the United States-sponsored resolution on Friday that 'deplored in the strongest terms' Russia's 'aggression' against Ukraine and asked Moscow to immediately stop its attack on that country.

Defuse Indo-Pak tension, Obama told his officials

Defuse Indo-Pak tension, Obama told his officials

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

In December last year, United States President Barack Obama issued a secret directive to all the top officials in his administration dealing with internal security and foreign policy affairs, urging them to find out ways to increase America's involvement in alleviating the rising tension between India and Pakistan, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal.The directive was mentioned, says WSJ, in a memo written by National Security Adviser James Jones.

Roddick defuses Querrey to reach San Jose final

Roddick defuses Querrey to reach San Jose final

Rediff.com14 Feb 2010

Top seed Andy Roddick survived a bombardment of 32 aces from compatriot Sam Querrey to take a 2-6, 7-6, 7-6 victory and move into the final of the San Jose Open for the fourth time on Saturday. Roddick, the winner of the title on his three previous visits to the final, will meet Spanish second seed Fernando Verdasco, who overcame Uzbek Denis Istomin 6-3, 2-6, 6-4.

Gehlot loyalists stick to their demands as Pilot leaves for Delhi

Gehlot loyalists stick to their demands as Pilot leaves for Delhi

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

The political drama in Rajasthan over leadership change continued on Monday with MLAs loyal to Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot remaining non-committal on holding a meeting with Congress observers, who are likely to return to Delhi to apprise the high command about the developments.

All eyes on Sonia Gandhi as Rajasthan Congress crisis simmers

All eyes on Sonia Gandhi as Rajasthan Congress crisis simmers

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

All eyes are on Congress chief Sonia Gandhi as top leaders converged at her 10, Janpath residence in New Delhi on Monday after a series of developments in the last 24 hours in Rajasthan, where a majority of the party MLAs have rebelled against Sachin Pilot and want Ashok Gehlot to continue as the chief minister.

'2024 elections won't be Kharge vs Modi'

'2024 elections won't be Kharge vs Modi'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

'If the Congress gets to form the government in 2024, then Sonia Gandhi by virtue of being CPP chairperson will have the authority to decide who will be the prime minister and not Kharge.'

India's position consistent: Foreign Secy on Ukraine crisis

India's position consistent: Foreign Secy on Ukraine crisis

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

Shringla said it has definitely pointed out that "loss of human lives is not acceptable".

Amid LAC row, Chinese foreign minister may visit India this month

Amid LAC row, Chinese foreign minister may visit India this month

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

If the visit takes place, it will be the first trip by a senior Chinese leader to India after the eastern Ladakh standoff between the two countries began in May 2020.

Centre unlikely to order CBI probe in Assam-Mizoram border clashes

Centre unlikely to order CBI probe in Assam-Mizoram border clashes

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Two senior government functionaries said the central government does not want to take any decision that may further escalate the ground situation.

Modi speaks to Ukraine Prez; seeks support for evacuation of Indians

Modi speaks to Ukraine Prez; seeks support for evacuation of Indians

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Modi noted that India has always stood for peaceful resolution of issues and direct dialogue between the two parties.

Suspects did detailed recce of Ghazipur flower market before planting IED

Suspects did detailed recce of Ghazipur flower market before planting IED

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

Soon after the Delhi police recovered an improvised explosive device from the city's Ghazipur flower market on Friday, the special cell said that the suspects had done a detailed recce of the spot where the explosive was recovered.

Bigg Boss 15: Afsana's 'fasts'; Tejasswi 'chokes'

Bigg Boss 15: Afsana's 'fasts'; Tejasswi 'chokes'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

With captaincy at stake, the housemates get ready for the torture task.

Ukraine war: India ready to contribute to peace effort, Modi tells Lavrov

Ukraine war: India ready to contribute to peace effort, Modi tells Lavrov

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday conveyed to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov that India stands ready to contribute in any way to the peace efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine

Arrested IS suspect handled by Afghan ISKP commanders: Sources

Arrested IS suspect handled by Afghan ISKP commanders: Sources

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

The accused identified as Mohd Mustaqeem, originally from Balarampur, Uttar Pradesh, was also in touch with the IS entities of Kashmir, added sources.

Bigg Boss 15: Simba-Umar's SHOWDOWN

Bigg Boss 15: Simba-Umar's SHOWDOWN

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

After four weeks in the house, Simba Nagpal is finally waking up and playing the game, but looks like the young actor is heading in the wrong direction.

Bigg Boss OTT: Ridhima-Pratik's big showdown!

Bigg Boss OTT: Ridhima-Pratik's big showdown!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

Who is a kamchor in the house? Who is unhygienic?

Bag with RDX-ammonium nitrate found in Delhi, 2 being grilled

Bag with RDX-ammonium nitrate found in Delhi, 2 being grilled

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

A bag containing an improvised explosive device (IED) was found by the police in a house in the Old Seemapuri area in the northeastern part of Delhi on Thursday, a senior police officer said.

Banned Pak scribe apologises for remarks against Army

Banned Pak scribe apologises for remarks against Army

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

A prominent Pakistani journalist, who was taken off air indefinitely for making hard-hitting remarks against the country's powerful military establishment in the wake of an attack on a fellow scribe, has apologised and said he had no intention to defame the Army.

Now, Saudi Arabia tries to defuse Indo-Pak tension

Now, Saudi Arabia tries to defuse Indo-Pak tension

Rediff.com25 Dec 2008

Amid the fresh chill in the India-Pakistan ties, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Saud Al-Faisal will visit New Delhi on a brief visit on Friday, during which New Delhi is expected to urge the influential Arab nation to use its influence on Islamabad to end cross-border terrorism.Al-Faisal will hold detailed talks with External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee during which the Indian side is expected to share evidence about the involvement of Pakistan-based elements.

Let us stay united: Kohli, Rahane after Rihanna's post

Let us stay united: Kohli, Rahane after Rihanna's post

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Virat Kohli has joined the growing list of celebrities, political leaders and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, to tweet on unity and farmers

Is this the BEST Jodi of Bigg Boss?

Is this the BEST Jodi of Bigg Boss?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Pratik and Akshara become the first Boss lady and Boss man of the house.

The cop who defused the first bomb in Surat

The cop who defused the first bomb in Surat

Rediff.com1 Aug 2008

Police Inspector R S Patel's heroics that day that could have perhaps led to a panic amongst those who placed the bombs in Surat city

Army Major killed in landmine explosion was to tie the knot next month

Army Major killed in landmine explosion was to tie the knot next month

Rediff.com17 Feb 2019

Major Bisht's marriage had been finalised and he was to come home on February 28, sourced close to the family said.

In Delhi, Lavrov cocks a snook at US, says trade in rouble will intensify

In Delhi, Lavrov cocks a snook at US, says trade in rouble will intensify

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Lavrov said a rupee-rouble payment system for trade with India was put into place earlier and it could be strengthened further.

Hardik Now Needs A Head For Strategy

Hardik Now Needs A Head For Strategy

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

With time on his side, that Hardik Patel will one day occupy the top spot in Gujarat is a no-brainer. But the BJP doesn't like rabble-rousers.

As Chinese FM visits Pak, Nepal, no official word yet on India trip

As Chinese FM visits Pak, Nepal, no official word yet on India trip

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Wang began a two-day trip to Pakistan on Tuesday primarily to attend a meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organisation Islamic Cooperation (OIC) as a special guest.

Indonesia, Saudi, UAE and Afghanistan condemn BJP leader's remarks on Prophet

Indonesia, Saudi, UAE and Afghanistan condemn BJP leader's remarks on Prophet

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its condemnation and denunciation of the statements made by the BJP spokesperson, saying it insulted Prophet Muhammad.

Guns fall silent, but border dwellers continue to stay in 'death trap'

Guns fall silent, but border dwellers continue to stay in 'death trap'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

As per reports, Pakistan has fired 3000-4000 mortar shells targeting Indian villages and border towns in which 12 people have been killed.

Sanak review

Sanak review

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

If you're a Vidyut Jammwal fan, then check out Sanak, else his latest outing fails to impress in every department except for action, observes Namrata Thakker.

Shah, Rajnath, Tomar meet PM ahead of talks with farmers

Shah, Rajnath, Tomar meet PM ahead of talks with farmers

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

Earlier, Rajnath and Shah were leading deliberations among Union ministers to resolve the issues raised by the agitating farmers.

Why Vinay Mohan Kwatra Got Foreign Secretary's Job

Why Vinay Mohan Kwatra Got Foreign Secretary's Job

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

The turning point in his career was undoubtedly Nepal where he was sent as ambassador and acted with a cool head.

Ajit Doval intervenes to get Markaz fall in line

Ajit Doval intervenes to get Markaz fall in line

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

"The NSA had to intervene as there was a large congregation going on there for several days and after his intervention, the Jamaat leaders also cooperated and vacated the place," the sources said.

ISIS operative armed with IEDs held in Delhi; major attack averted

ISIS operative armed with IEDs held in Delhi; major attack averted

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

The two IEDs he was found with were 'fully ready' and just needed to be activated with a timer, police said. Security was stepped up in the national capital and in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh following the arrest.

Wang Yi arrives in India on first high-level visit since border standoff

Wang Yi arrives in India on first high-level visit since border standoff

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived in India Thursday evening in the highest-level visit between the two countries after the ties came under severe strain following the eastern Ladakh standoff nearly two years ago.

Bigg Boss OTT: Who made Akshara Cry?

Bigg Boss OTT: Who made Akshara Cry?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Pratik-Divya can't stop fighting, even as the night gets entertaining!