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The Day Indrani Mukerjea Was Missed

The Day Indrani Mukerjea Was Missed

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

'On August 22, 2015, Shyamvar Rai disclosed to you that he had committed the murder of Sheena Bora along with Rahul Mukerjea.' How would Indrani have reacted to this?

Yet another Hindu businessman shot dead in Bangladesh

Yet another Hindu businessman shot dead in Bangladesh

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

A Hindu businessman and acting editor of a newspaper was fatally shot in Jessore district, Bangladesh, marking the latest in a series of violent incidents against minorities in the country.

India successfully test-fires long range hypersonic missile

India successfully test-fires long range hypersonic missile

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

India has successfully test-fired a long range hypersonic missile from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday.

Pak test-fires 450 km range Abdali missile amid tensions with India

Pak test-fires 450 km range Abdali missile amid tensions with India

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The army said the missile launch was part of "Exercise INDUS" without giving details about the exercise.

371 Turkish referees under fire for football betting

371 Turkish referees under fire for football betting

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Turkey's football federation (TFF) will launch disciplinary action against referees found to have bet on football matches after discovering that hundreds of them had betting accounts, its president said on Monday.

Yamal dazzles as Barcelona sink Oviedo to reclaim LaLiga lead

Yamal dazzles as Barcelona sink Oviedo to reclaim LaLiga lead

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Goals from Dani Olmo, Raphinha, and an acrobatic Lamine Yamal strike powered the Catalans to 52 points, one ahead of Real Madrid.

PIX: Tien dumps Medvedev out of Aus Open

PIX: Tien dumps Medvedev out of Aus Open

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Medvedev had said he did not like playing Tien after a trilogy of matches that went the distance last year and the 20-year-old American proved him right with a clinical performance that included 33 winners.

Lack Of Political Unity Is India's Greatest Challenge

Lack Of Political Unity Is India's Greatest Challenge

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'No, India and China were not about to go to all-out war over a few rocks of Galwan.' 'The full picture of what went on at the highest level between two heads of State will not be known for a very, very long time and rightly so,' points out Colonel Anil A Athale, former head of the history division, ministry of defence.

2 Agniveers killed in firing exercise, Army orders probe

2 Agniveers killed in firing exercise, Army orders probe

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

A team of Agniveers was firing a field gun when one of the shells exploded, the official said, adding the duo sustained injuries and were taken to the military hospital at Deolali, where they were pronounced dead.

Pak based Jaish commander killed in Kathua encounter

Pak based Jaish commander killed in Kathua encounter

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Security forces eliminated a top Pakistani terrorist linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) in an encounter in Kathua district. The terrorist, identified as JeM commander Usman alias "Abu Maviya", was killed during a joint operation. A large quantity of arms and ammunition were recovered.

'China could suffer up to 100,000 casualties in failed Taiwan invasion'

'China could suffer up to 100,000 casualties in failed Taiwan invasion'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The report evaluates the likely military, strategic and international fallout for China under scenarios ranging from a "major war" to a "minor conflict" with Taiwan, Focus Taiwan said.

School teacher shot dead at AMU campus

School teacher shot dead at AMU campus

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

A school teacher was shot dead by unidentified assailants on the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) campus, police said on Thursday.

10 arrested for Hindu man's lynching in Bangladesh

10 arrested for Hindu man's lynching in Bangladesh

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Ten individuals have been arrested in connection with the brutal murder of Dipu Chandra Das, a 27-year-old Hindu youth, in Bhaluka, Mymensingh, Bangladesh.

EPL: Arsenal, Liverpool held; United down City

EPL: Arsenal, Liverpool held; United down City

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Arsenal took a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a scoreless draw with Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

Will Dhurandhar 2 Save 2026 Box Office?

Will Dhurandhar 2 Save 2026 Box Office?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

'After Saiyaara, a lot of confidence has come in. Hindi is now looking good, especially with Dhurandhar 2 expected in March.'

Operation Sindoor redraws India's security goals in 2025

Operation Sindoor redraws India's security goals in 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

In 2025, India launched Operation Sindoor, a multi-domain combat mission against Pakistan in response to cross-border terrorism. The operation involved precision strikes, military retaliation, and diplomatic measures, marking a significant shift in India's security policy.

Japan's High-Stakes Gamble In the Indo-Pacific

Japan's High-Stakes Gamble In the Indo-Pacific

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

In the Indo-Pacific's new era -- where perception shapes reality faster than treaties -- the real entrapment is not of China or the United States. It is the test Japan has set for itself -- and whether partners like India, acting as balancers rather than accelerants, can help ensure that the story ends in stability, points out Varun Arya.

Amid strained ties, India, US set for military exercise in Alaska

Amid strained ties, India, US set for military exercise in Alaska

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Indian and US military contingents will participate in a joint exercise in Alaska, focusing on tactical drills and integrated use of military systems.

3.84 Trillion Spent On These Weapons...

3.84 Trillion Spent On These Weapons...

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The largest tranche came in July, in the wake of Operation Sindoor, with the DAC according acceptance of necessity -- or initial approval -- for 10 capital acquisition proposals amounting to approximately 1.05 trillion through indigenous sourcing.

Army tests defence systems in 'near-combat conditions'

Army tests defence systems in 'near-combat conditions'

Rediff.com31 May 2025

The Indian Army is conducting field trials of several cutting-edge defence systems under 'near-combat conditions', integrating electronic warfare simulations, to assess their performance rigorously, officials said on Saturday.

Cooking For The President Of India

Cooking For The President Of India

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

'It's a lifetime opportunity to cook for the most high-profile table of India. It's a matter of honour for me.'

4th T20I, Visakhapatnam: Shivam Dube's blazing fifty in vain as New Zealand trounce India

4th T20I, Visakhapatnam: Shivam Dube's blazing fifty in vain as New Zealand trounce India

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Shivam Dube flickered brightly with a fifty of exceptional quality but it was insufficient to prevent India's 50-run defeat against New Zealand in the fourth T20 International.

Sports Ministry asks SAI to formulate SOP for future events

Sports Ministry asks SAI to formulate SOP for future events

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

To prevent India Open-like mess, Sports Ministry asks SAI to draw up SOP

Agencies flag 'crypto hawala' pipeline funding terror in J-K

Agencies flag 'crypto hawala' pipeline funding terror in J-K

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Mirroring the traditional hawala system, where money is sent through non-banking channels, this digital version uses the anonymity of unregulated cryptocurrency to erase the financial trail and inject cash into the domestic economy.

Hindus attacked in Bangladesh: Reward announced on info

Hindus attacked in Bangladesh: Reward announced on info

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Bangladesh police are offering a reward for information on attackers who set fire to a Hindu-owned house. The incident is part of a series of arson attacks and mob violence that have raised concerns in the country.

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

Semenyo strikes as Man City take League Cup control

Semenyo strikes as Man City take League Cup control

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo made it two goals from two games for his new club and Rayan Cherki struck in stoppage time as Pep Guardiola's side beat holders Newcastle United 2-0 away in the first leg of their League Cup semi-final on Tuesday.

FA Cup: Arsenal sink Portsmouth; Manchester United lose

FA Cup: Arsenal sink Portsmouth; Manchester United lose

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Gabriel Martinelli scored his first hat-trick for Arsenal as the Premier League leaders beat second-tier strugglers Portsmouth 4-1 to reach the FA Cup fourth round.

PIX: Draws order of the day as Man Utd, Liverpool held

PIX: Draws order of the day as Man Utd, Liverpool held

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday

PIX: Toney brace sinks Ronaldo's Al Nassr; Milan go top

PIX: Toney brace sinks Ronaldo's Al Nassr; Milan go top

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Al-Nassr top the standings and are two points clear of second-placed Al-Hilal. Al-Ahli are fourth on 25 points.

Labour Codes: Trade Unions Raise Red Flags Over Layoffs

Labour Codes: Trade Unions Raise Red Flags Over Layoffs

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

'Raising the retrenchment, layoff and closure threshold to 300 workers for prior government permission enables hire-and-fire in more than 90 per cent of the Indian workplaces. More than 12,00,000 disputes are now pending for adjudication with an average disposal period ranging from 3 to five years for more than 75 per cent of the disputes.'

BEL fires growth salvo with defence orders, new contracts boost revenues

BEL fires growth salvo with defence orders, new contracts boost revenues

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The stock of Bharat Electronics (BEL) has risen 10 per cent over the past seven to eight trading sessions, driven by order wins that improve revenue visibility. The gains mark a reversal of a declining trend in its stock price between early July and late August, during which the scrip fell over 13 per cent.

When Turkman Gate Was Demolished In 1976

When Turkman Gate Was Demolished In 1976

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

A legend that sprang up after the Turkman Gate killing is that when the shrine is disturbed, the government will fall, as it happened with the Indira Gandhi government.

Manchester City held by Chelsea; drop points in chase of Arsenal

Manchester City held by Chelsea; drop points in chase of Arsenal

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez scored a smash-and-grab goal deep in injury time to salvage a 1-1 draw with Manchester City on Sunday.

7 Maoists, 3 DRG jawans killed in Chhattisgarh encounter

7 Maoists, 3 DRG jawans killed in Chhattisgarh encounter

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Inspector general of police, Bastar Range, Sundarraj P said that bodies of seven Maoist cadres have been recovered from the encounter site so far.

Aishwary Tomar shines with silver on World Cup Final debut

Aishwary Tomar shines with silver on World Cup Final debut

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Aishwary, who is a double Olympian, former junior world champion, and reigning Asian champion, has also won a silver in the World Championship last month.

Russell's hat-trick powers HIL GC to dramatic win over SG Pipers

Russell's hat-trick powers HIL GC to dramatic win over SG Pipers

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

New Zealander Kane Russell struck a hat-trick, including a late penalty corner conversion, to help HIL GC edge past SG Pipers 3-2 in a thrilling men's Hockey India League match in Chennai on Monday.

Woman among 3 Maoists carrying 12 lakh bounty killed in Chhattisgarh

Woman among 3 Maoists carrying 12 lakh bounty killed in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Three Naxalites, including a woman, carrying a reward of Rs 12 lakh, were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district. The encounter took place in Gondiguda, and a large cache of arms and explosives were recovered.

Historic! FC Goa lift Super Cup, book spot in CL 2

Historic! FC Goa lift Super Cup, book spot in CL 2

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

The win saw Manolo Marquez's team become the first side to defend the Super Cup title and win it for a record-extending third time.

India to launch uncrewed Gaganyaan mission in 2026

India to launch uncrewed Gaganyaan mission in 2026

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

India is set to take its first steps towards its own human space flight when the uncrewed Gaganyaan mission soars to the skies later this year. Private players in the space sector are also gearing up for launching satellites on home-built rockets.