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Dependence India's biggest rival, solution is...: Modi amid H-1B fee hike

Dependence India's biggest rival, solution is...: Modi amid H-1B fee hike

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Speaking at the 'Samudra se Samruddhi' event, where he inaugurated and laid foundation stones of projects worth Rs 34,200 crore, Modi said all the problems of India have only one solution, and that is self-reliance.

Indian refiners target cheaper US LPG imports with help from China tariffs

Indian refiners target cheaper US LPG imports with help from China tariffs

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Chinese import tariffs have unwittingly come to India's assistance to help boost imports of US liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) at rates cheaper than what it pays for supplies from West Asia, according to industry sources and shipping data.

Huma Sends Postcards From Jammu

Huma Sends Postcards From Jammu

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'Please do not let hate win. Come to Jammu and Kashmir, come as travellers and go back as believers.'

'IAF's Job Is To Keep India Secure'

'IAF's Job Is To Keep India Secure'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

'Today's situation is unacceptable. It has the potential to affect the IAF's operational capability.'

What's Trump's Real Game Plan Against India?

What's Trump's Real Game Plan Against India?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

By threatening to punish India with high tariff, Trump is actually planting a tantalising thought in the Indian mind that the Modi government should suitably 'incentivise' him, explains Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

India's Foreign Policy Needs Strategic Expansion

India's Foreign Policy Needs Strategic Expansion

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The era where nations thrived through rigid alignments is giving way to an age where the connective State defines power. For India, that era has arrived, points out Dr Nishakant Ojha.

'We Cannot Trust China'

'We Cannot Trust China'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

'However, we must implement a tit-for-tat approach -- reciprocating their conduct with precision.' 'If they demonstrate respect, we respond accordingly. If they adopt hostile positions, we mirror that hostility with equal intensity.'

Crackdown on military uniform sales after Pahalgam attack

Crackdown on military uniform sales after Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Security checks have been intensified in Paltan Bazaar, a well-known market in Dehradun, following concerns about the unauthorised sale of military uniforms on Friday.

Sabotage caused Bagmati Express train accident, finds probe

Sabotage caused Bagmati Express train accident, finds probe

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

The Commissioner of Railway Safety has determined that the Mysuru-Darbhanga Bagmati Express accident was caused by sabotage, prompting increased security measures and investigations.

'Whole World Is Under A Cloud Of Uncertainty'

'Whole World Is Under A Cloud Of Uncertainty'

Rediff.com30 May 2025

The CII Business Summit 2025's inaugural session witnessed a rousing standing ovation and a felicitation ceremony for the defence top brass sending a strong message about India's rising military industrial complex and hghlghting that security is a top-of-the-mind issue for India Inc.

Durand Cup: Real Kashmir edge TRAU FC; Bagan drub BSF

Durand Cup: Real Kashmir edge TRAU FC; Bagan drub BSF

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A stunning long-range strike from midfielder Rohen Singh proved to be the difference as Real Kashmir FC edged a spirited TRAU FC 2-1 in a Group F contest of the Durand Cup in Imphal on Monday.

Indian bus attacked in Bangladesh: Tripura minister

Indian bus attacked in Bangladesh: Tripura minister

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Tripura's Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury alleged that a bus on the way to Kolkata from Agartala was attacked in Bangladesh.

Punjab farmer feared missing near Indo-Pak border, BSF traces footprints

Punjab farmer feared missing near Indo-Pak border, BSF traces footprints

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Border Security Force personnel later found human footprints heading towards the Pakistani side, raising the possibility of an unintentional border crossing.

'Will It Be All-Out War? Or A Punitive Strike?'

'Will It Be All-Out War? Or A Punitive Strike?'

Rediff.com1 May 2025

'The government has to explain (to the army, air force and navy chiefs) whether they want a punitive strike, a deep punitive strike, or whether they want limited war or an all-out war, will it be a circumscribed war or will it be a shallow attack along the border.'

Op Sindoor exposed Pakistan's terror sponsorship: Amit Shah

Op Sindoor exposed Pakistan's terror sponsorship: Amit Shah

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Friday that the Operation Sindoor undertaken by the Indian armed forces in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack has "completely exposed" the fact that terrorism in India is sponsored by Pakistan. Shah also said that the operation showed the "firm" political will of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the "precise" intelligence inputs from agencies, and the "lethal" capabilities of the armed forces. He added that the operation was successful as it used the correct firepower and achieved its aims besides "showing the reality" to Pakistan.

When Voter ID Matters And When It Doesn't

When Voter ID Matters And When It Doesn't

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

When the government chooses to either ignore or use identity documents only when it suits them, it shakes people's sense of stability, notes Shyam G Menon.

Why Trust In Ambani, Adani, India Inc Is Vital

Why Trust In Ambani, Adani, India Inc Is Vital

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Who else will take on the might of Microsoft, Google, and Amazon if not the Adanis, Ambanis, Birlas, or Tatas?, asks R Jagannathan.

BSF targeted 76 Pak posts, 42 FDLs, destroyed three terror launch pads

BSF targeted 76 Pak posts, 42 FDLs, destroyed three terror launch pads

Rediff.com27 May 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) launched "Operation Sindoor" in retaliation to unprovoked firing and shelling by Pakistani Rangers along the International Border (IB) in Jammu. BSF troops destroyed three terrorist launch pads and targeted 76 Pakistani border outposts and 42 forward defence locations. The BSF action came after Pakistan launched heavy firing and shelling on 60 Indian posts and 49 forward positions, reportedly providing cover for an attempted infiltration by 40-50 terrorists.

Gujarat man arrested for leaking BSF, Navy info to Pak spy

Gujarat man arrested for leaking BSF, Navy info to Pak spy

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Since June 2023, Gohil, a resident of Lakhpat taluka of Kutch, had shared photos and videos of various BSF and naval facilities in Kutch district via WhatsApp with the Pakistani spy for money, said Superintendent of Police (ATS) Siddharth Korukonda.

Is our son safe, asks family of BSF Jawan held by Pak Rangers

Is our son safe, asks family of BSF Jawan held by Pak Rangers

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

The father of a BSF jawan detained by Pakistan Rangers after inadvertently crossing the international border in Punjab has said that the family is anxiously waiting for his return. The jawan, P K Sahu, was taken into custody on Wednesday after he reportedly walked ahead to rest under a tree and inadvertently crossed over into Pakistan territory. The commanding officer of the jawan's battalion has said a flag meeting is being held to secure his release.

0% GST On Health Insurance: Will You Really Benefit?

0% GST On Health Insurance: Will You Really Benefit?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Reduction of GST on health insurance premium from 18% to 0% looks like a straight 18% reduction in what consumers pay. The truth, however, is...

India Strikes At Pakistan Airbases

India Strikes At Pakistan Airbases

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Pakistan military spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry told a hurriedly called press conference in Islamabad at around 4 am that th Pakistan air force's Nur Khan (Chaklala, Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal) and Rafiqui (Shorkot in Jhang district) airbases were targeted.

Bihar polls or Trump tariffs?: Oppn on GST reforms

Bihar polls or Trump tariffs?: Oppn on GST reforms

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Victory wrested from regime that only listens when forced, the TMC said on GST exemption on insurance.

How To Get Hired By India's $68 Bn GCCs

How To Get Hired By India's $68 Bn GCCs

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'Employers increasingly want candidates who can take AI pilots from proof-of-concept to production-ready systems.' 'That requires governance, monitoring, and ROI measurement -- skills that go beyond coding and into business impact.'

Unidentified object lands near Jalandhar; worker hurt, house damaged

Unidentified object lands near Jalandhar; worker hurt, house damaged

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Local residents said a migrant labourer was injured in the incident, while a few houses in the area also sustained damage. Parts of the unidentified object were lying in the area, they said.

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'The AIFF has agreed that: It will conduct an open, competitive and transparent tender (or equivalent process) for selection of a commercial partner to conduct the ISL in line with global best practices.'

FBI chief condemns Pahalgam attack, pledges full support to India

FBI chief condemns Pahalgam attack, pledges full support to India

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Kash Patel pledged full support to India, calling the act a reminder of the constant threats that the world faces from the evil of terrorism.

Army officer assaults airline staff over baggage charges

Army officer assaults airline staff over baggage charges

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

SpiceJet on Sunday said a senior Army officer, who was to board a flight to Delhi, assaulted four airline ground staffers at the Srinagar airport on July 26, and one of them suffered a spinal fracture.

Pak increases range of mobile towers, alert in Rajasthan

Pak increases range of mobile towers, alert in Rajasthan

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Amid concerns of espionage, the Rajasthan administration has intensified security measures along the India-Pakistan border, with authorities in Jaisalmer and Sri Ganganagar banning the use of Pakistani SIM cards.

Gaganyaan To Head To Space In Early 2027

Gaganyaan To Head To Space In Early 2027

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

The Human-rated LVM3 vehicle, the Crew Escape System and the Crew Module and Service Module are all in final stages of testing and integration.

Do you want border wall to stop immigrants, SC asks govt

Do you want border wall to stop immigrants, SC asks govt

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court has questioned the central government about the possibility of constructing a border wall to prevent illegal immigration, drawing parallels with the US border policy. The court also addressed concerns about the detention and deportation of Bengali-speaking migrant workers.

'Simplicity, Vision, Love For Nation. That Is Modi'

'Simplicity, Vision, Love For Nation. That Is Modi'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'With tears in his eyes, he told me in Gujarati, "What have they done to this country? It has so much potential." That feeling for the country -- it was striking.'

'China Will Keep Supplying Pakistan Weapons'

'China Will Keep Supplying Pakistan Weapons'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

'The lesson Beijing would have learned is that there is, cost-benefit wise, no better option than to keep the Pakistan military supplied with its most advanced armaments, certain that in hostilities with India these would be used for maximum effect.'

'Munir's US Visits: Something Else Is Afoot'

'Munir's US Visits: Something Else Is Afoot'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'Trump has personally weighed in to overcome doubts and reservations about Pakistan among his top advisors.'

'On Beijing, Delhi Will Sleep With One Eye Open'

'On Beijing, Delhi Will Sleep With One Eye Open'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

'New Delhi is not naive about its foreign policy choices.'

A Salute To The Brave Who Gave Us Their All

A Salute To The Brave Who Gave Us Their All

Rediff.com16 May 2025

With respect and gratitude we honour the memory of soldiers who sacrificed their lives in Operation Sindoor.

India's Space Manufacturing Boom

India's Space Manufacturing Boom

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The $1.2 billion in-space manufacturing market is expected to grow and be worth more than $20 billion by 2033.

US may hold back secondary tariffs on India, says Trump

US may hold back secondary tariffs on India, says Trump

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

There were apprehensions that additional secondary tariffs would have hit India in case the US decided to enforce them.

Enemies Beware! Indian Army Set To Boost Long-Range Firepower

Enemies Beware! Indian Army Set To Boost Long-Range Firepower

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

The ATAGS has a range of 35-45 kilometres, depending on the ammunition used, and achieved a 47-km firing range during trials.

Has Karur Tragedy Halted Vijay's Political Rise?

Has Karur Tragedy Halted Vijay's Political Rise?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The Karur tragedy has exposed the huge gaps in Vijay's understanding of realpolitik, elections and political administration, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.