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Diplomatic front against terror: Russia, Japan, UAE pledge support to India

Diplomatic front against terror: Russia, Japan, UAE pledge support to India

Rediff.com24 May 2025

India has secured international support in its fight against terrorism, with Russia, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates expressing solidarity and a commitment to working together to combat the threat. This follows a recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India, which claimed 26 lives. Multi-party parliamentary delegations from India briefed the leaderships of these countries on Operation Sindoor, India's response to the attack, and discussed ways to enhance cooperation in counter-terrorism and combating radicalism. These developments highlight the growing global consensus against terrorism and the importance of international collaboration to address this shared challenge.

What Was Pak Army Chief Doing in Britain?

What Was Pak Army Chief Doing in Britain?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

Another extension for General Bajwa in office at this juncture looks unlikely at this juncture, observes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

'India lacks China's ruthless pursuit'

'India lacks China's ruthless pursuit'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2012

India's economy is slowing down due to domestic issues, says Sumit Ganguly.

How not to exit Afghanistan

How not to exit Afghanistan

Rediff.com15 Sep 2010

Aligning India with long-standing Pakhtoon aspirations may be a potentially potent lever, says Shyam Saran

'World should worry about US' loose nukes'

'World should worry about US' loose nukes'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2008

Director General of the Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad, Shireen M Mazari blasted critics who feel that Pakistan's nuclear weapons may fall into the hands of terrorists.

Siachen progress needed for peace process: Pak

Siachen progress needed for peace process: Pak

Rediff.com31 Jan 2006

Lack of progress on these issues can cast a shadow on the ongoing dialogue process," he said.

Time for an India-Britain reset?

Time for an India-Britain reset?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

In the changed circumstances and attitudes in Britain, we must let bygones be bygones, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Pakistani hawks believe India can produce up to 492 nukes!

Pakistani hawks believe India can produce up to 492 nukes!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

The study titled 'Indian Unsafeguarded Nuclear Program' published by the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad is co-authored by four nuclear scholars, including Adeela Azam, Ahmed Khan, Mohammad Ali and Sameer Khan.

India second largest buyer of arms

India second largest buyer of arms

Rediff.com16 Oct 2003

An International Institute of Strategic Studies report said the US and Britain top the list of arms sellers.

How the Soviet Union Helped India Win the 1971 War

How the Soviet Union Helped India Win the 1971 War

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

It is a timely reminder that when faced with twin threats, India has succeeded by wisely choosing allies, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

RSS may invite Rahul, Yechury for lecture series by Bhagwat

RSS may invite Rahul, Yechury for lecture series by Bhagwat

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

Indications that Gandhi could be invited came on a day the RSS criticised him for drawing parallels between the Sangh and Islamic radical outfit Muslim Brotherhood.

Eyeing China, Indian warship visits Indonesian port

Eyeing China, Indian warship visits Indonesian port

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Access to Sabang Port will allow the Indian Navy to dominate Malacca Strait more effectively, reports Ajai Shukla.

Ex-NSA chief warns of jihadi wave in India

Ex-NSA chief warns of jihadi wave in India

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

A new version of jihad is attracting "small but steady stream" of Indians to join Islamic State movement in Syria, Former National Security Advisor M K Narayanan has warned.

Games Spies Play

Games Spies Play

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

'Why has the rhetoric gone down on the Indian side, Durrani wondered aloud.' 'I said because almost total normalcy and peace had returned on the ground in Kashmir,' recalls Shekhar Gupta. 'The general gave me that career spook's laser look. And he said: "That situation on the ground can change in no time".' 'This was precisely when the Pakistanis began their first incursions into Kargil.' 'Durrani had been retired for five years.' 'But once the ISI boss, you are always in the know.'

Commerce minister sees hope for trade facilitation in WTO talks

Commerce minister sees hope for trade facilitation in WTO talks

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Commerce minister makes strong case for food subsidy to poor.

Inside the ISI

Inside the ISI

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

Hein Kiessling has the kind of access in Pakistan that journalists (and spies) would die for, says Kanika Datta.

'Who'll be interested in reading about Manmohan Singh after polls?'

'Who'll be interested in reading about Manmohan Singh after polls?'

Rediff.com8 May 2014

Sanjaya Baru, Manmohan Singh's former media advisor and author if The Accidental Prime Minister defends his controversial memoir

RSS like Muslim Brotherhood, says Rahul in UK; BJP hits back

RSS like Muslim Brotherhood, says Rahul in UK; BJP hits back

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

"The RSS is trying to change the nature of India. Other parties haven't tried to capture India's institutions," he said.