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'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'The Bhashini Mission has delivered a working technology at large scale, which is as good as or better than the one with MNC tech giants.'

'Saudi Arabia Won't Align With Pakistan Against India'

'Saudi Arabia Won't Align With Pakistan Against India'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'The background for the Saudi-Pakistan agreement is the fact that the regional security order has collapsed due to the Israeli attack on Doha.' 'The Americans have largely abandoned their security guarantee for West Asia and the region has no choice but to look at alternatives.'

Mumbai monorail breakdown: MMRDA suspends 2 officials; probe underway

Mumbai monorail breakdown: MMRDA suspends 2 officials; probe underway

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The MMRDA, which operates the monorail services in the metropolis, also initiated a high-level inquiry into the August 19 incident, officials said.

Chinese FM meets Pak Army chief after India visit

Chinese FM meets Pak Army chief after India visit

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday met Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir and discussed regional security, counter-terrorism and matters of mutual interest.

Ukraine war affecting fuel prices: India tells UNGA

Ukraine war affecting fuel prices: India tells UNGA

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

India has voiced regret over the Ukraine conflict's 'collateral consequences', including prices of fuel, saying countries of the Global South have been left to fend for themselves, as Delhi underscored that diplomatic efforts hold the promise to end the war and bring lasting peace.

Why India's Students Are Stressed

Why India's Students Are Stressed

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'Almost half of our students still remain unsure and career anxiety continues to steal their sleep and peace of mind.'

Mehul Choksi extradition: India assures Belgium on prison conditions

Mehul Choksi extradition: India assures Belgium on prison conditions

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The Indian government has provided assurances to Belgian authorities regarding the prison conditions awaiting Mehul Choksi if he is extradited. The details focus on meeting European standards for humane treatment and addressing concerns about overcrowding and solitary confinement.

Govt clears Rs 62,000 cr deal to buy 97 LCA Mark 1A jets for IAF

Govt clears Rs 62,000 cr deal to buy 97 LCA Mark 1A jets for IAF

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The final approval for the acquisition of 97 LCA Mark 1A fighters was given by a high-level meeting on Tuesday and will pave the way for Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to produce the aircraft, defence sources told ANI.

'Trump Tilting Towards Pakistan'

'Trump Tilting Towards Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'India is too important to the United States for there to be any kind of a permanent bump in the relationship.'

AC, TV makers upbeat about sales amid signs of GST cuts

AC, TV makers upbeat about sales amid signs of GST cuts

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Consumer durables makers are hopeful that the government's proposal to reduce goods and services tax (GST) on air conditioners and television panels above 32 inches to 18 per cent would help revive the sector.

APL: Draft system, unique format and world class archers

APL: Draft system, unique format and world class archers

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The Indian archers were picked based on world rankings as well as Archery Association of India's recent selection trials.

In Tokyo, Modi pitches India's growth amid US tariff row

In Tokyo, Modi pitches India's growth amid US tariff row

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Showcasing India as an attractive investment destination, Modi said the country has political and economic stability as well as transparency and predictability in policy decisions.

Putin, Kim, Erdogan to attend China's V-Day parade

Putin, Kim, Erdogan to attend China's V-Day parade

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Twenty-six foreign leaders, including Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, will attend China's V-Day commemorations on September 3. Japan has expressed concerns about the event's anti-Japanese overtones.

Op Sindoor impact: IAF, Navy to place mega orders for BrahMos missiles

Op Sindoor impact: IAF, Navy to place mega orders for BrahMos missiles

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The Navy would be using the missiles for equipping its Veer-class warships while the Indian Air Force would be using them to equip its Russian-origin Su-30 MKI fighter jet fleet, the sources said.

India, China reach new understandings on border management

India, China reach new understandings on border management

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

India and China have reached new common understandings agreeing to conduct normalised management and control of the boundary during Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to New Delhi, Beijing said.

Pak Army chief Asim Munir makes 2nd visit to US since June

Pak Army chief Asim Munir makes 2nd visit to US since June

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Pakistan's Army chief Asim Munir visited Washington and met with top US political and military leaders, discussing mutual interests and regional security.

India eyes 10% of global green hydrogen exports by 2030: Minister

India eyes 10% of global green hydrogen exports by 2030: Minister

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

India is aiming to become a global hub for green hydrogen exports, eyeing nearly 10 per cent of the worldwide demand by 2030, Union Minister Shripad Yesso Naik said on Tuesday. Addressing FICCI Green Hydrogen Summit 2025, the minister said 8.62 lakh tonne annual hydrogen production capacity has been awarded to 19 companies.

'It Was Not Suicide, But Murder'

'It Was Not Suicide, But Murder'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'My brother was mentally tortured and harassed.'

Talk To Modi Soon, Haley Urges Trump

Talk To Modi Soon, Haley Urges Trump

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'Scuttling 25 years of momentum with the only country that can serve as a counterweight to Chinese dominance in Asia would be a strategic disaster.'

India Must Be Ready For Chinese Challenge

India Must Be Ready For Chinese Challenge

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'One Chinese interlocutor said India should realise that "China can do without India, but India could not do without China", pointing to its inability to do without Chinese intermediates and components,' former foreign secretary Shyam Saran discovers on a visit to China.

Trump, Putin meet in Alaska along with aides

Trump, Putin meet in Alaska along with aides

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Trump's one-on-one meetings with Putin during his first term were clouded with mystery. With only a translator inside the room, it was often unclear what exactly was discussed. Aides had a difficult time ascertaining if the two reached any agreements. After one such meeting, in Germany, Trump asked his interpreter to discard his notes.

Understanding reached on Ukraine, Putin tells press meet

Understanding reached on Ukraine, Putin tells press meet

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Speaking shortly after, Trump stated he had yet to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy but would do so imminently, along with other European leaders. He suggested a formal deal was not yet in place.

For Pujara Batting Was Like Meditation

For Pujara Batting Was Like Meditation

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Every innings he played will be remembered along with every drop of sweat he shed to display the purity of technique with resilience, recalls veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

Yemen cancels death sentence of Kerala nurse, claims Grand Mufti

Yemen cancels death sentence of Kerala nurse, claims Grand Mufti

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

According to a statement issued by the Grand Mufti's office, the decision was made after a high-level meeting held in Yemen's capital, Sanaa, where it was decided to completely cancel the death sentence, which had been temporarily suspended earlier.

Plane with 49 on board crashes in Russia, no signs of survivors

Plane with 49 on board crashes in Russia, no signs of survivors

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

There was 'no sign' of survivors after an aerial search of the crash site of a plane carrying 49 people in Russia's Far East, according to media reports.

327 killed as flash floods lash northwest Pakistan in 48 hrs

327 killed as flash floods lash northwest Pakistan in 48 hrs

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Flash floods in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province have resulted in a significant loss of life, with the death toll rising to 327 in the last 48 hours. The disaster has prompted relief efforts from the army and government agencies.

Ayodhya bans unauthorised drone use amid security concerns

Ayodhya bans unauthorised drone use amid security concerns

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Ayodhya district administration has imposed a complete ban on unauthorised drone operations across the district following an order by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath due to potential drone-related threats.

'Inaccurate info circulating on Nimisha's Yemen pardon'

'Inaccurate info circulating on Nimisha's Yemen pardon'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Earlier, the office of Indian Grand Mufti Kanthapuram AP Abubakker Musliyar had claimed that "the death sentence of Nimisha Priya, which was previously suspended, has been overturned. A high-level meeting held in Sanaa decided to completely cancel the death sentence that was temporarily suspended earlier."

US Relationship With India, Pakistan 'Unchanged'

US Relationship With India, Pakistan 'Unchanged'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'For the region and for the world, the US working with both those nations is good news.'

President's Rule in Manipur extended by 6 months

President's Rule in Manipur extended by 6 months

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Parliament has approved a resolution to extend President's Rule in Manipur for another six months, amidst opposition protests regarding electoral roll revisions in Bihar. The extension comes after the imposition of President's Rule in February due to ongoing ethnic conflict.

US Open PIX: Sinner, Swiatek through to last 16; Zverev stunned

US Open PIX: Sinner, Swiatek through to last 16; Zverev stunned

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Images from the US Open matches played at Flushing Meadows on Saturday

Kane hits hat-trick in season opener; PSG win

Kane hits hat-trick in season opener; PSG win

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

IMAGES from football matches played across Europe on Friday.

AI plane crash: Panel may frame SOPs to prevent tragedies in future

AI plane crash: Panel may frame SOPs to prevent tragedies in future

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

The panel, chaired by the home secretary, is expected to submit its report in three months.

Will wait for India to build dam on Indus river, then...: Pak Army chief

Will wait for India to build dam on Indus river, then...: Pak Army chief

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Weeks before the Pahalgam attack, Munir said Pakistan will not forget the issue of Kashmir, asserting, "It was our jugular vein." His comments were trashed by India.

Sinner ends Atmane's dream run; meets Alcaraz in Cincinnati final

Sinner ends Atmane's dream run; meets Alcaraz in Cincinnati final

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Top seed and defending champion Jannik Sinner, playing on his 24th birthday, ended French qualifier Terence Atmane's dream run at the Cincinnati Open with a 7-6(4), 6-2 win on Saturday to reach the final of the US Open tune-up event.

B'desh fighter jet crash: 25 children among 27 dead

B'desh fighter jet crash: 25 children among 27 dead

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The F-7 BGI aircraft, a training fighter jet manufactured in China, experienced a "mechanical fault" moments after takeoff and crashed into the two-storey building of Milestone School and College at Diabari in Dhaka's Uttara area on Monday.

Can Trump's Diplomacy End Ukraine War?

Can Trump's Diplomacy End Ukraine War?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Trump has played throughout his career as a deal-maker who could deliver where others could not, and Ukraine represents the ultimate test of that image, notes Manish Dabhade.

U-19 Nepali cricketers train in Bhopal

U-19 Nepali cricketers train in Bhopal

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Srivastava conveyed best wishes to the cricketers for their training programme in the presence of the President of the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), Chatur Bahadur Chanda.

No other fixes or solutions...: India on war in Gaza

No other fixes or solutions...: India on war in Gaza

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

"Intermittent pauses in hostilities are not enough to address the scale of humanitarian challenges confronting the people, who grapple daily with acute shortages of food and fuel, inadequate medical services and lack of access to education," Harish said at the open debate on the 'Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question'.

After Sindoor India Ramps Up Nuclear Security

After Sindoor India Ramps Up Nuclear Security

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

'Attacks on nuclear sites pose significant threats.'