News for 'home ministry'

'Urge all sides...': India reacts as US-Israel attack Iran

'Urge all sides...': India reacts as US-Israel attack Iran

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Following a joint attack by the US and Israel on Iran, India is calling for restraint and de-escalation to avoid further military confrontation in the Middle East.

PM pulls up Ramesh for criticism of home ministry

PM pulls up Ramesh for criticism of home ministry

Rediff.com10 May 2010

Singh spoke to Ramesh and emphatically told him that there was 'no confusion' in the government over its approach towards China with which it wanted to have 'constructive engagement'.

Home ministry asks ED, IT to check terror funding

Home ministry asks ED, IT to check terror funding

Rediff.com27 Jun 2011

The Income Tax department and Enforcement Directorate have been asked by the government to pull up their socks and expedite disposal of cases related to terror financing in various parts of the country.

Why Afghanistan And Pakistan Are At War

Why Afghanistan And Pakistan Are At War

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Afghans have deep self-respect and are the last people to put up with humiliation. Is it any surprise that relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have touched an all-time low and the two countries are now at war? asks M R Narayan Swamy.

Did home ministry ask NIA to ignore Ishrat's inputs by Headley?

Did home ministry ask NIA to ignore Ishrat's inputs by Headley?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Speak about terrorism being made into a political tool, and there cannot be a better case than the 2004 Ishrat Jahan encounter case. In his interrogation, 26/11 convict David Headley told the National Investigation Agency that Ishrat was a fidayeen, in 2010. Despite this fact, the home ministry allegedly asked the NIA to not include this angle in the Headley probe. Vicky Nanjappa finds out why.

Home Ministry clears Pak participation for Asian wrestling Jrs: WFI

Home Ministry clears Pak participation for Asian wrestling Jrs: WFI

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

A miffed WFI feared that it could be penalised by the world body United World Wrestling (UWW), if Pakistani grapplers were denied Visa.

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

What we are watching is something different: A fog manufactured and maintained by the people who started the war, so that the question of why it was started never has to be answered, observes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the war in the Middle East.

Over 200 killed as Israel, US strike Iran; Tehran retaliates across Middle East

Over 200 killed as Israel, US strike Iran; Tehran retaliates across Middle East

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Iran launched retaliatory military strikes targeting Israel and American military bases across the region, including in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan.

CCS assesses West Asia crisis, orders steps to help stranded Indians

CCS assesses West Asia crisis, orders steps to help stranded Indians

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has reviewed the evolving situation in West Asia, directing departments to assist Indian nationals affected by recent developments and emphasizing the need for dialogue and diplomacy.

Home ministry NOT informed about 13/7 arrests by ATS

Home ministry NOT informed about 13/7 arrests by ATS

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Hours after the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad claimed a breakthrough in the 13/7 Mumbai blasts case, the Ministry of Home Affairs has claimed that it was not informed about the arrests of two operatives from Bihar -- Naqqi Ahmed Washi Ahmed Shaikh and Nadeem Akhtar Asfaq Sheikh.

Court Denies Bail to IPS Officer in Unauthorised Raids Case

Court Denies Bail to IPS Officer in Unauthorised Raids Case

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of a senior IPS officer from Mizoram, accused of conducting unauthorised raids, illegal detentions, and demanding money from a foreign national in Delhi.

Hindu to send detailed report to home ministry

Hindu to send detailed report to home ministry

Rediff.com9 Nov 2003

Thpaper's editor-in-chief said five persons, had intercepted the car carrying him and his brother N Murali, the joint managing director, in Bangalore on Saturday night.

Iran Plays Hardball With India's Hormuz Requests

Iran Plays Hardball With India's Hormuz Requests

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

'I suspect that Bangladesh being given permission stuck in India's official craw, and this story was an attempt to balance the scales by giving the impression that a similar waiver had been given to India as well.'

Kashmiri woman separatist Asiya Andrabi convicted in UAPA case

Kashmiri woman separatist Asiya Andrabi convicted in UAPA case

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

A Delhi court convicted Kashmiri separatist Asiya Andrabi in a UAPA case related to waging war against India and membership of a terrorist organization.

Sitharaman's 85-minute Budget speech skips poetry, not focus

Sitharaman's 85-minute Budget speech skips poetry, not focus

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth consecutive Union Budget, focusing on investments and growth. The speech was marked by its business-like approach and lack of cultural references, while opposition members raised concerns about regional representation.

Home ministry seeks report on killing of two youths in Kashmir

Home ministry seeks report on killing of two youths in Kashmir

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

The home ministry on Wednesday sought a report from Jammu and Kashmir government on the killing of two youth allegedly by the army personnel in Budgam district. In a communication, the home ministry asked the state government to give details about the incident, how did it happen and what action has been taken in the aftermath of the killing of the two youth.

How Pak SIMs have bitterly divided the IB and Home Ministry

How Pak SIMs have bitterly divided the IB and Home Ministry

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

The Intelligence Bureau and the Research and Analysis Wing are at loggerheads with the Home Ministry for its proposal to allow international roaming for Pakistanis on Indian soil as they believe it will be misused. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Mohun Bagan to face Kerala Blasters in ISL opener

Mohun Bagan to face Kerala Blasters in ISL opener

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs East Bengal ISL derby on May 3 as per tentative schedule

Budget 2026: Prez Murmu offers 'Dahi-Cheeni' to Sitharaman

Budget 2026: Prez Murmu offers 'Dahi-Cheeni' to Sitharaman

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Sitharaman continues with the tradition she set in 2019, carrying the budget speech in a 'bahi-khata', which she used after dropping the briefcase tradition.

26/11: Home ministry official to appear as witness

26/11: Home ministry official to appear as witness

Rediff.com7 Dec 2009

A senior home ministry official will appear as witness on Tuesday in a special 26/11 court to throw light on the sanction given to prosecute Pakistani gunman Ajmal Kasab and two others on the charge of "waging war against the nation".

Merchant navy cadet from Odisha goes missing near Mauritius

Merchant navy cadet from Odisha goes missing near Mauritius

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The missing seafarer has been identified as Sarthak Mahapatra, a native of Kespur in Bhadrak district.

Delhi govt refers decision on Bhullar to home ministry

Delhi govt refers decision on Bhullar to home ministry

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

The Delhi government has decided to refer to the Union home ministry a decision on the execution of death row convict Devinder Pal Singh Bhullar following a medical board report that he is under severe mental depression.

Pawar demands Home Ministry inquiry into all IPL-6 matches

Pawar demands Home Ministry inquiry into all IPL-6 matches

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Former Board of Control for Cricket in India president Sharad Pawar demanded a Home Ministry inquiry into all the 75 matches of the scandal-hit IPL VI, saying not doing so will give an impression that the Board is not serious about dealing with corruption in the sport.

Sports Minister open to approach Home Ministry on IPL-7 issue

Sports Minister open to approach Home Ministry on IPL-7 issue

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

Sports Minister Jitendra Singh said that he was open to discuss security related issues for the hosting of the IPL in the country with the Home Ministry if the concerned authorities approach him with a formal request.

Home ministry declines to share details on officer who probed Ishrat files

Home ministry declines to share details on officer who probed Ishrat files

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

The officer was recently in news for allegedly "tutoring" witnesses in the missing files case, a charge denied by him.

Day 3 of curfew in Leh: People running short of supplies

Day 3 of curfew in Leh: People running short of supplies

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

A home ministry team reviews the security situation in Leh as curfew continues for the third day following violence related to demands for statehood and extension of the Sixth Schedule.

Shivraj Patil cremated with state honours

Shivraj Patil cremated with state honours

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

The last rites of veteran Congress leader and former Union minister Shivraj Patil were performed with full state honours in his home district, Latur, in Maharashtra on Saturday, with many top leaders in attendance.

PM Tarique Rahman vows to turn Bangladesh into safe land for all faiths

PM Tarique Rahman vows to turn Bangladesh into safe land for all faiths

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Bangladesh's newly-elected Prime Minister Tarique Rahman pledged to strengthen the rule of law and ensure the country is a safe land for people of all faiths, while also addressing corruption and improving law and order.

SC Orders NBCC to Complete Supertech Housing Projects, Protecting Homebuyers

SC Orders NBCC to Complete Supertech Housing Projects, Protecting Homebuyers

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court of India has upheld an order directing NBCC to complete 16 delayed housing projects of Supertech Limited, providing relief to thousands of homebuyers who have been waiting for nearly two decades.

SC Orders NBCC to Complete Supertech Housing Projects, Protecting Homebuyers

SC Orders NBCC to Complete Supertech Housing Projects, Protecting Homebuyers

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court of India has upheld an order directing NBCC to complete 16 delayed housing projects of Supertech Limited, providing relief to thousands of homebuyers who have been waiting for nearly two decades.

Sacked AAP adviser Raghav Chadha refunds Rs 2.5 salary to home ministry

Sacked AAP adviser Raghav Chadha refunds Rs 2.5 salary to home ministry

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

The tussle between the AAP government and the Centre escalated on Tuesday with the cancellation of appointment of nine advisors to Delhi ministers following the Union home ministry's directions which said these posts were "not sanctioned".

13/7 case: Home ministry downplays Delhi police, ATS rift

13/7 case: Home ministry downplays Delhi police, ATS rift

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

The Union home ministry on Tuesday acknowledged there was a lack of coordination between the Delhi police and the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad in the probe into the July 13, 2011 serial blasts in Mumbai but downplayed the rift between them.

No documents, biometrics will be asked for NPR: Home Ministry

No documents, biometrics will be asked for NPR: Home Ministry

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

A form carrying questions as part of the NPR exercise will be finalised soon, ministry officials said. The information available on the website of the office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, however, says the NPR database would contain demographic as well as biometric details.

77th Republic Day parade to witness many firsts

77th Republic Day parade to witness many firsts

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The upcoming Republic Day Parade will center around the sesquicentenary of 'Vande Mataram,' featuring themed decorations, performances, and special guests.

Tarique Rahman Sworn In As Bangladesh PM

Tarique Rahman Sworn In As Bangladesh PM

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri attended the swearing-in ceremony.

Govt receives financial bids for IDBI Bank stake sale, says Dipam

Govt receives financial bids for IDBI Bank stake sale, says Dipam

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The government on Friday received financial bids for the strategic disinvestment of IDBI Bank, the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (Dipam) said in an official statement on X.

Bengal guv submits findings on Durgapur gang-rape to Prez, MHA

Bengal guv submits findings on Durgapur gang-rape to Prez, MHA

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

In the report, Bose has given a detailed account of his findings in the case and also about his interactions with the survivor and her parents who hail from Odisha, he said.

Family says i20 driver was introvert, had few friends

Family says i20 driver was introvert, had few friends

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

The family of a man suspected of involvement in the Delhi blast near Red Fort metro station has expressed disbelief, stating that he was an introvert focused on his studies and work.

Accelerate 'action oriented' measures in Arunachal: BJP to home ministry

Accelerate 'action oriented' measures in Arunachal: BJP to home ministry

Rediff.com23 Jun 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party in Arunachal Pradesh has urged the union home affairs ministry to pay special attention and expedite 'action-oriented' measures to build defence infrastructure in the state.