News for 'espionage'

Spy Dramas. Social Comedies. Thrillers.

Spy Dramas. Social Comedies. Thrillers.

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

Spy dramas, social comedies, star-studded delights, new seasons of beloved series -- Sukanya Verma lists a fun, fun weekend for you on OTT.

US, Europe need countries like India to outcompete China: Top US Senator

US, Europe need countries like India to outcompete China: Top US Senator

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Earlier in an op-ed in The Washington Post, Schumer said the democratic international order must stand strong to confront the rise of the Chinese Communist Party.

China is Britain's largest threat, has targeted India: Rishi Sunak

China is Britain's largest threat, has targeted India: Rishi Sunak

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

China represents the "largest threat" to Britain and the world's security and prosperity this century and there is evidence to suggest it has targeted countries from the US to India, UK prime ministerial candidate Rishi Sunak said on Monday.

Data breach: Defence personnel among 16.8 cr citizens whose personal info is hacked

Data breach: Defence personnel among 16.8 cr citizens whose personal info is hacked

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

A massive data breach that has implications for national security was unearthed by the Cyberabad Police in Hyderabad, who arrested seven people of a gang allegedly involved in the theft and sale of sensitive data of the government and important organisations, including details of defence personnel as well as the personal and confidential data of about 16.8 crore citizens.

The Night Manager Review: Thrilling, And Yet...

The Night Manager Review: Thrilling, And Yet...

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The Night Manager has no surprises, feels Deepa Gahlot.

10 Hit Sequels On OTT

10 Hit Sequels On OTT

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Ten sequels that either complemented the first or surpassed it.

Bollywood gets PATRIOTIC All Over Again!

Bollywood gets PATRIOTIC All Over Again!

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

Joginder Tuteja looks at the patriotic movies coming up in 2022.

US soldier held for espionage

US soldier held for espionage

Rediff.com13 Feb 2004

National Guard Ryan G Anderson offered to pass on information about military capabilities to Al Qaeda.

OTT: Spies. Sex Education. Soldiers.

OTT: Spies. Sex Education. Soldiers.

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Sukanya Verma lists everything you can look forward to on OTT this week.

Varun Dhawan in Citadel spin-off?

Varun Dhawan in Citadel spin-off?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

Though he is yet to sign on the dotted line, Varun Dhawan is in talks with Amazon Prime Video for a role in the Indian spin-off of their global espionage series, Citadel.

Will Sidharth Make A Better Bachchan?

Will Sidharth Make A Better Bachchan?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Sidharth Malhotra feels working on Mission Majnu gave him an opportunity to 'ape' his idol, Amitabh Bachchan.

Home at last: 70-yr-old meets family in Kanpur after years in Pakistan

Home at last: 70-yr-old meets family in Kanpur after years in Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

Shamsuddin had moved to Pakistan with an acquaintance in 1992 on getting a 90-day visit visa and then settled there after getting the country's citizenship in 1994. In 2012, the Pakistan government arrested him on charges of espionage and locked him up at a jail in Karachi.

Why you'll need special glasses for Akshay's Bell Bottom

Why you'll need special glasses for Akshay's Bell Bottom

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

The film is being converted into a 3D experience to ensure that theatres remain the only outlet to truly enjoy the film.

The Man Behind Pathaan

The Man Behind Pathaan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

As their latest star-studded collaboration Pathaan starring Shah Rukh Khan, John Abraham and Deepika Padukone readies for release this Wednesday, Sukanya Verma offers a lowdown on everything Siddharth has directed so far.

Two arrested in Gujarat for espionage

Two arrested in Gujarat for espionage

Rediff.com22 Feb 2007

The official said investigations had revealed that the alleged agent was sent by the Pakistani intelligence agency to keep track of sensitive Army information and pass it on to them.

Bell Bottom To Have A Sequel?

Bell Bottom To Have A Sequel?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

'Akshay is keen on doing the theme as a series.'

Xi-Trudeau's heated exchange at G20 caught on camera

Xi-Trudeau's heated exchange at G20 caught on camera

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had a heated exchange of words on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali on Wednesday, with the Chinese leader complaining about the media reporting about their communication, according to a video of the meeting posted by a Canada-based journalist.

Pak embassy officials were trying to get info on Army movement: Police

Pak embassy officials were trying to get info on Army movement: Police

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

The two officials, Abid Hussain and Muhammad Tahir, were caught by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police from central Delhi's Karol Bagh while they were obtaining sensitive documents relating to India's security installations from an Indian national in exchange of money, official sources had said on Sunday.

Indian-American techie faces trial for espionage

Indian-American techie faces trial for espionage

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

Gowadia (66) has pleaded not guilty to 21 counts, including conspiracy, violating the arms export control act and money laundering.The indictment accuses Gowadia of helping China design a cruise missile with stealth capabilities.

SC declines bail in nuclear espionage case

SC declines bail in nuclear espionage case

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

The special cell of the Delhi police, which had earlier arrested the accused Mukesh Saini along with system analyast Shib Shankar Paul, alleged the latter had developed "intimate" and "close relationship" with the American diplomat Rosana Minschew to whom the secrets were passed on.

Code Name: Tiranga Review: Too Dull

Code Name: Tiranga Review: Too Dull

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Code Name: Tiranga makes Deepa Gahlot feel nostalgic for Naam Shabana and forgive Dhaakad.

UK judge rejects US request to extradite Assange

UK judge rejects US request to extradite Assange

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Assange is wanted in the US on the charges of conspiring with Chelsea Manning, an American activist and whistleblower, to commit computer intrusion into the Department of Defence network to steal classified documents, namely Afghan and Iraq war logs and secret Department of State cables.

Spy balloon raises tension between US, China; Beijing clarifies

Spy balloon raises tension between US, China; Beijing clarifies

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

A suspected Chinese spy balloon, said to be the size of three buses, was spotted over the United States' airspace, the Pentagon has said, a development that has further strained the already tense bilateral ties as Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday abruptly postponed his key visit to Beijing.

Am I a terrorist or Nirav Modi, asks Mehbooba's daughter Iltija

Am I a terrorist or Nirav Modi, asks Mehbooba's daughter Iltija

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

She said she was an "Indian citizen and a law abiding citizen" and has not broken any law. "But, even to issue the two-year passport, the Official Secrets Act has been invoked against me. This Act is usually invoked for espionage," Iltija claimed.

'Imagine hostile forces getting their hands on data'

'Imagine hostile forces getting their hands on data'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

'Maybe the State wants to be watching people all the time. But when they are watching, others too may be watching!' 'The State is becoming more and more secretive while throwing people to the wolves.'

Can You Watch So Many OTT Shows This Week?

Can You Watch So Many OTT Shows This Week?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

You'll need an extra pair of eyes for the content flood on OTT this week.

OTT Shows To Binge Watch On New Year Eve

OTT Shows To Binge Watch On New Year Eve

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Star journalists, spies, super dogs -- end the year with a bang binge watching all the latest offerings on OTT this week.

Army jawan held for passing secret info to Pakistan's ISI

Army jawan held for passing secret info to Pakistan's ISI

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Haryana Police on Thursday said it arrested an Army personnel for allegedly passing secret information to Pakistani intelligence agency ISI.

Trump pleads not guilty in historic court appearance

Trump pleads not guilty in historic court appearance

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Former United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday pleaded not guilty to 37 charges related to the alleged mishandling of classified documents, CNN reported.

Corporate espionage: CBI arrests Mumbai-based CA, 2 govt officials

Corporate espionage: CBI arrests Mumbai-based CA, 2 govt officials

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Thursday night arrested a Mumbai-based chartered accountant and two government officials for allegedly selling confidential documents related to foreign investment policy to corporate groups after it carried out searches in offices of Finance and Commerce Ministries in New Delhi and in Mumbai.

Julian Assange can be extradited to US: UK Court

Julian Assange can be extradited to US: UK Court

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Assange, 50, is wanted in the US over the publication of thousands of classified military and diplomatic documents in 2010 and 2011. The charges carry a maximum sentence of 175 years in prison.

Your OTT Fix: Superheroes. Serial killers. Spies

Your OTT Fix: Superheroes. Serial killers. Spies

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Superheroes, serial killers, spies. Sukanya Verma asks you to brace yourself for tons of action on OTT this week.

Pathaan Review: Shah Rukh Wows And How!

Pathaan Review: Shah Rukh Wows And How!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Shah Rukh Khan's weathered intensity, grizzly charisma and trademark wit lends Pathaan's all-out, devil-may-care antics a sense of purpose that evades mindless acts of mayhem, cheers Sukanya Verma.

Your OTT Menu: Mothers. Vampires. Politicians.

Your OTT Menu: Mothers. Vampires. Politicians.

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Fascinating new offerings from beloved auteurs as well as a steady supply of remakes and biopics colour the OTT scene this week. Sukanya Verma lists her picks.

Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy Review: Tensions Run High

Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy Review: Tensions Run High

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy makes up in elegance of language and production design what it lacks in flashy derring do that most actioners rely on to keep the audience hooked, observes Deepa Gahlot. Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy Review

'This looks more like a terror attack'

'This looks more like a terror attack'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

'They (the ransomware attackers) are not after any VVIP data.' 'Had that been the case, they would have quietly installed a different malware.'

Is Pathaan Copied From Skyfall?

Is Pathaan Copied From Skyfall?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

'This trope must have been taken in 30 films.' 'The rogue agent is a common trope and not something unique.'

US: Indian faces jail in industrial espionage case

US: Indian faces jail in industrial espionage case

Rediff.com7 Aug 2008

Atul Malhotra, who pleaded guilty last week to stealing trade secrets from his previous employers IBM and trying to pass them on to his new employers at Hewlett Packard Company, now faces 10 years in prison, a $250,000 fine and three years of supervised sentence. The sentencing is scheduled for October 29.

SC asks CBI to probe cops' role in botched ISRO spy case

SC asks CBI to probe cops' role in botched ISRO spy case

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

The Supreme Court Thursday ordered that the report of a high-level committee on the role of erring police officials in the 1994 espionage case relating to Indian Space Research Organisation scientist Nambi Narayanan be given to the Central Bureau of Investigation and directed the agency to conduct further investigation on the issue.