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55-meter-long tunnel found under Gaza hospital: Israel

55-meter-long tunnel found under Gaza hospital: Israel

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

The defence forces also highlighted that the tunnel entrance contains various defence mechanisms, such as a blast-proof door and a firing hole.

Shenanigans Surface In Pakistan Military

Shenanigans Surface In Pakistan Military

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Recent disclosures allege large scale corruption, nepotism and kickbacks by Pakistan air chief Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhuin housing land deals in Islamabad and in buying of new aircraft, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Hamas tries to enter Israel via sea, several terrorists killed

Hamas tries to enter Israel via sea, several terrorists killed

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Israeli Navy forces intercepted and thwarted an attempted infiltration by a group of Hamas terrorists from the Gaza Strip into Israel via the sea on Tuesday evening, The Times of Israel reported.

Benazir's daughter: Meet Pakistan's first lady

Benazir's daughter: Meet Pakistan's first lady

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Glimpses into the life of Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, who at 31, is Pakistan's youngest first lady.

Israeli air strikes target mosque in West Bank

Israeli air strikes target mosque in West Bank

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday said that IDF and Israel Securities Authorities carried out an aerial strike at the Al-Ansar Mosque in Jenin, a city in West Bank.

When ISI Alerted India About Terror Plot!

When ISI Alerted India About Terror Plot!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

The ISI was taking no chances and wanted no repeat of Pulwama; it wanted to make it clear at a political level it was not involved with the revenge attack being planned, but was only giving India a friendly tip-off. A stunning excerpt from Ambassador Ajay Bisaria's Anger Management: The Troubled Diplomatic Relationship between India and Pakistan.

Say Hello To Katrina Kaif's Sister Isabelle

Say Hello To Katrina Kaif's Sister Isabelle

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The foxy lady has a wardrobe of sexy frocks.

Hamas official vows to 'repeat' Oct 7 attack on Israel

Hamas official vows to 'repeat' Oct 7 attack on Israel

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

A senior member of Hamas hailed the attack it carried out in Israel on October 7 and stressed that if given a chance, the terror group will repeat similar assaults many times in the future until Israel is exterminated, reported The Times of Israel.

Israel bombs Gaza refugee camp to 'kill Hamas commander'

Israel bombs Gaza refugee camp to 'kill Hamas commander'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

The Israel Defence Forces on Tuesday claimed that it killed the commander of Hamas's Central Jabaliya Battalion, Ibrahim Biari, in a strike on the Jabalya refugee camp in the Gaza Strip, CNN reported.

'For India, Sheikh Hasina is a reliable partner'

'For India, Sheikh Hasina is a reliable partner'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

'She delivers on promises, especially on security issues which is a core concern for India.'

SC refuses to grant bail to 3 convicts in 2002 Godhra train burning case

SC refuses to grant bail to 3 convicts in 2002 Godhra train burning case

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed the bail pleas of three convicts serving life term in the 2002 Godhra train burning case, which plunged Gujarat into one of the worst communal riots, terming it a "very serious incident".

WTC Final pitch: First look

WTC Final pitch: First look

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

'1st look at Inaugural men's test championship wicket. Needs a shave.'

SC grants bail to 8 convicts in Godhra train burning case, denies 4

SC grants bail to 8 convicts in Godhra train burning case, denies 4

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

A bench of Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justice P S Narasimha, while granting them the relief took note of the time they have already served and the unlikelihood of their appeals being taken up for disposal anytime soon.

SEE: India gets I-Day wishes from space

SEE: India gets I-Day wishes from space

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Astronaut Samantha Cristofiretti of the European Space Agency (ESA) wished India ahead of Independence Day 2022

'You ripper'! Aussies hail Wimbledon champ Barty

'You ripper'! Aussies hail Wimbledon champ Barty

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Joining in to wish the new Wimbledon champ were tennis great Rod Laver, English women's cricketer Isa Guha, 2000 Olympics champion Cathy Freeman, another Aboriginal athlete, along with Aboriginal cricketer Mel Jones ...

SEE: England cricketers Sciver-Brunt tie the knot

SEE: England cricketers Sciver-Brunt tie the knot

Rediff.com30 May 2022

The pair was part of the victorious 2017 ODI World Cup winning England team, that beat India in the title clash and also played at the 2022 ODI World Cup, in which England finished runners-up.

Pakistan Army Chief Shuffles Generals

Pakistan Army Chief Shuffles Generals

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

But the ISI chief did not retire giving the impression that he has won General Asim Munir's trust, notes Rana Banerji who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

'India look more settled than Australia going into 1st Test'

'India look more settled than Australia going into 1st Test'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Isa Guha feels that Indian team going into the first Test looks way more settled compared to the Australian side

143 runs in 111 balls! Take a bow, Harmanpreet Kaur!

143 runs in 111 balls! Take a bow, Harmanpreet Kaur!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

'When @ImHarmanpreet is in this mood, she inhabits a different planet.'

Social media abuzz with support and praise for Morocco

Social media abuzz with support and praise for Morocco

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Retired Ivorian player and Chelsea legend Didier Drogba: "They did it!!!! Well done Morocco for this feat. Long live Africa."

Surfer killed by lightning while training for Olympic qualifier

Surfer killed by lightning while training for Olympic qualifier

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

El Salvadoran surfer Katherine Diaz has been killed after being struck by lightning while training for a qualifying tournament for the Tokyo Olympics.

Over 100 arrested for attacks on churches, Christian homes in Pakistan

Over 100 arrested for attacks on churches, Christian homes in Pakistan

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Scores of churches and homes belonging to Christians in Jaranwala tehsil of Faisalabad district, some 130 km from the provincial capital, were burnt down on Wednesday by a mob enraged over reports that two Christians had desecrated the Quran.

Isha Guha has a suggestion for women's cricket team

Isha Guha has a suggestion for women's cricket team

Rediff.com24 May 2021

She pointed out the areas that need to be looked into by the game's stakeholders to 'reach equity'.

Steel prices rise by up to Rs 2,400 a tonne, more hikes expected

Steel prices rise by up to Rs 2,400 a tonne, more hikes expected

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

A primary producer said that the prices would be raised in tranches this month and the total increase could be Rs 6,000 a tonne.

Keeping option open: Mithali hints at making comeback

Keeping option open: Mithali hints at making comeback

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Mithali Raj has hinted at coming out of retirement to play in the inaugural of the women's IPL.

Paine, Guha say India; Cook, Vaughan NZ

Paine, Guha say India; Cook, Vaughan NZ

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

'They have got tremendous depth in their squad, the big guns are back and they are a quality outfit under the leadership of Virat Kohli.'

Railways to test anti-collision tech with minister onboard

Railways to test anti-collision tech with minister onboard

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

'Kavach', which literally means armour, is being promoted by the railways as the world's cheapest automatic train collision protection system.

Now, Bahrain agrees to normalise relations with Israel

Now, Bahrain agrees to normalise relations with Israel

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

For decades, most Arab states have boycotted Israel, insisting they would only establish ties after the Palestinian dispute was settled.

Indians Star In World's Toughest Race

Indians Star In World's Toughest Race

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Race Across America -- which spans a little over 3,000 miles, from the west coast of the US to its east -- is often called the toughest race in the world. Indian cyclists are now returning multiple finishes at RAAM including podium positions within age categories, discovers Shyam G Menon.

Imran Khan, 70

Imran Khan, 70

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

How many cricket legends have been elected prime ministers of their countries?

Malaysian PM warns of invoking ISA against Indians

Malaysian PM warns of invoking ISA against Indians

Rediff.com8 Dec 2007

Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi has warned ethnic Indians that they could be held under the Internal Security Act if their actions threatened national interest and asked the police to monitor their movements.

Dravid invited to speak at MIT sports analytics conference

Dravid invited to speak at MIT sports analytics conference

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

At this virtual conference, Dravid will also be joined by former cricketer and coach Gary Kirsten and former England women's cricketer and commentator Isa Guha.

Why a Pakistan colonel was kidnapped

Why a Pakistan colonel was kidnapped

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

A retired Pakistan army officer incurs army chief General Bajwa's wrath, reveals Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

What Dravid said at the MIT Sports Conference

What Dravid said at the MIT Sports Conference

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

Topics ranged from how data is helping players train and stay fit to how scoring 4s and 6s has changed team decisions, similar to basketball's 3-point revolution.

India pulls out of women's World Team Squash Championship

India pulls out of women's World Team Squash Championship

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

India pulled out of the Women's World Team Squash Championship scheduled to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from December 15 to 20 due to "lack of preparation time" and "uncertainties" about travelling amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

PIX: Cummins wins hearts with Khawaja gesture

PIX: Cummins wins hearts with Khawaja gesture

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Australia captain Pat Cummins ensured Usman Khawaja, the first Muslim cricketer to play for Australia, was not showered by champagne amid the celebrations after winning the Ashes series.

Uyghur leader applied for visa in wrong category: Rijiju

Uyghur leader applied for visa in wrong category: Rijiju

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

Rijiju, who handles the visa issue in the home ministry, said Isa should have applied for conference visa rather than applying for tourist visa.

After almost five months of forced break, Joshna seeks access to squash court

After almost five months of forced break, Joshna seeks access to squash court

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Squash Racquet Federation of India (SRFI) secretary Cyrus Poncha said that he does not see any tournament being conducted before September.

'We are the protectors of Hindus'

'We are the protectors of Hindus'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Police escorted the rally all the way, at one point standing in a row to prevent the rallyists from entering a side road where stood a huge mosque. Across the road, an old Muslim woman asked her Hindu neighbour what the rally was all about. The latter shrugged her ignorance, looking on in bewilderment at the young men with their saffron flags, all of them wearing Bajrang Dal T-shirts.