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'Arnab has not been provided any security, Y, Z or otherwise'

'Arnab has not been provided any security, Y, Z or otherwise'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

'To safeguard himself he moves around with his personal security. That's it.'

Attack on IAF convoy: Several held, hunt on for terrorists

Attack on IAF convoy: Several held, hunt on for terrorists

Rediff.com5 May 2024

Additional Director General of Police, Jammu, Anand Jain and senior officers of the Army and intelligence agencies visited the ambush spot in the Surankote area. The Army also conducted aerial surveillance using a helicopter, they said.

Israeli forces storm part of Shifa Hospital in Gaza

Israeli forces storm part of Shifa Hospital in Gaza

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Israeli soldiers entered part of Shifa Hospital in the early hours of Wednesday and began fighting Hamas there, the Israel Defence Forces announced.

Situation near Indo-Myanmar border concerning: Army chief

Situation near Indo-Myanmar border concerning: Army chief

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

About 416 Myanmarese soldiers crossed over to India in view of the situation arising out of the fighting between Myanmar's armed ethnic groups and the government forces, and Indian military is 'closely watching' the unfolding developments, Army Chief General Manoj Pande said on Thursday.

US suspends military training with Pakistan: Report

US suspends military training with Pakistan: Report

Rediff.com11 Aug 2018

The relations between Pakistan and the US nosedived this January after US President Donald Trump accused Islamabad of giving nothing to Washington but "lies and deceit" and providing "safe haven" to terrorists.

A Bloody Cake And A Skull For Putin

A Bloody Cake And A Skull For Putin

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Russia's invasion of Ukraine a year ago brought death to thousands of soldiers and civilians while millions of Ukrainians have been displaced. It has brought death, destruction and hardship to the country.

India strengthens military presence in Pangong lake area: Sources

India strengthens military presence in Pangong lake area: Sources

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

The Army has also further bolstered overall surveillance mechanisms in all areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh after foiling China's fresh attempt to occupy an area on the southern bank of Pangong lake, they said.

Bhutto probe: Pak denies access to top officers

Bhutto probe: Pak denies access to top officers

Rediff.com1 Jan 2010

The United Nations probe into the killing of former premier Benazir Bhutto has hit a roadblock with the Pakistan government denying access to top military officials, including powerful army chief General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani. The UN inquiry commission headed by Ambassador Heraldo Munoz had submitted a written request some time ago for access to senior military officials, including Kayani, former Inter Services Intelligence chief Lieutenant General Nadeem Taj.

US warned of Palestinian-Israeli conflict risk days before Hamas attack

US warned of Palestinian-Israeli conflict risk days before Hamas attack

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

The intelligence updates, dated September 28 and October 5, indicated that Hamas was preparing to escalate rocket attacks across the border. An October 5 wire from the CIA warned generally of the increasing possibility of violence by Hamas.

Hamas attack: Security structures' failure needs probe, says IDF official

Hamas attack: Security structures' failure needs probe, says IDF official

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

While many of them were engaged by Israeli forces, some managed to sneak back into Gaza with more than 200 civilian hostages.

Wikileaks: CIA lied about Osama bin Laden

Wikileaks: CIA lied about Osama bin Laden

Rediff.com28 Jul 2010

Contradicting Central Intelligence Agency's assertion that it has no intelligence on the world's most wanted terrorist Osama bin Laden since 2003, leaked secret US military documents say the Al Qaeda chief personally attended a recruitment drive for suicide bombers in Pakistan in 2006.

ISIS hackers publish US military 'hitlist'

ISIS hackers publish US military 'hitlist'

Rediff.com1 May 2016

IS hackers have published a "hitlist" of over 70 US military personnel who have been involved in drone strikes against terror targets in Syria.

9 killed in Pakistan's tit-for-tat 'precision bombing' on Iran

9 killed in Pakistan's tit-for-tat 'precision bombing' on Iran

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Pakistan on Thursday said that the country's air force struck terrorist hideouts in Iran's Siestan-Balochistan province, a day after Islamabad recalled its ambassador from Tehran in the wake of Iranian missile and drone strikes in Balochistan.

Can Israel's Army Win The War?

Can Israel's Army Win The War?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

If military power is all it would take to finish the menace of an awful terrorist organisation like Hamas, how come five Israeli wars in Gaza since 2003 have failed to do so? asks Shekhar Gupta.

Why Xi Is In A Hurry About Arunachal Pradesh

Why Xi Is In A Hurry About Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

'Xi is keen that the remaining three territories still outside the Chinese ambit -- Taiwan, Arunachal Pradesh, and the Senkaku Islands in the East Sea -- be absorbed by the Communist regime by the time the centenary of the revolution rolls around in 2049.'

Why Pakistan today feels let down by its defenders

Why Pakistan today feels let down by its defenders

Rediff.com25 May 2011

Pakistan's stubborn and equally supercilious military and intelligence establishment has a habit of not learning from its mistakes, no matter how serious they are.

Israel deploys hundreds of tanks, soldiers on Gaza border

Israel deploys hundreds of tanks, soldiers on Gaza border

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Israeli tanks and troops mounted on armoured vehicles were deployed in the region, seeming to suggest that a ground assault on Hamas in their backyard, Gaza, could begin any time soon.

Atmanirbharta Complicates India-US Arms Deals

Atmanirbharta Complicates India-US Arms Deals

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

Indian policymakers must realise that in buying small quantities of equipment, it becomes hard to start manufacturing them in India, explains Ajai Shukla.

Pak SC heat on two ex-generals for rigging 1990 poll

Pak SC heat on two ex-generals for rigging 1990 poll

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

Pakistan's Supreme Court on Friday ordered the government to take legal action against former army chief Gen Mirza Aslam Beg and former Inter Services Intelligence chief Asad Durrani for distributing millions of rupees among politicians to rig the 1990 general election

We can defend ourselves: Pak reacts to Rajnath

We can defend ourselves: Pak reacts to Rajnath

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

A statement by the foreign office in Islamabad said that Pakistan has always demonstrated its commitment to peace in the region but its desire for peace should not be misconstrued.

ISI-Pak militants' link unacceptable: US

ISI-Pak militants' link unacceptable: US

Rediff.com27 Jul 2010

Top US military commander has said that any links, if they exist, between Pakistan's military intelligence and militant outfits were "completely unacceptable".

'Unjustified': Pak after India seizes nuclear cargo from ship

'Unjustified': Pak after India seizes nuclear cargo from ship

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Security agencies at Mumbai's Nhava Sheva port intercepted and seized the consignment of a Karachi-bound ship from China after it was found carrying a dual-use consignment with implications for Pakistan's nuclear and ballistic missile programmes.

How Pakistan sends infiltrators through Indian borders

How Pakistan sends infiltrators through Indian borders

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

The recent killing of two Indian Army jawans has exposed the manner in which the Inter-Services Intelligence, the Pakistan army and the Lashkar-e-Tayiba worked in tandem against India, says Vicky Nanjappa.

29 killed in IS-claimed attack at Iran military parade

29 killed in IS-claimed attack at Iran military parade

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif tweeted that the attack near the Iraqi border was carried out by 'terrorists recruited, trained, armed & paid by a foreign regime'.

Indian Army matches China man-for-man on the border!

Indian Army matches China man-for-man on the border!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

If China's White Paper figures are authentic, the Indian Army, with 1.2 million soldiers, is 50 per cent larger than the PLAA.Ajai Shukla reports

40 Years Of Operation Meghdoot!

40 Years Of Operation Meghdoot!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Operation Meghdoot was launched on April 13, 1984, when the Indian Army and IAF advanced to the Siachen Glacier to secure the heights dominating the northern Ladakh region

Admiral Arun Prakash: 'Objectives of Agnipath are more political than military'

Admiral Arun Prakash: 'Objectives of Agnipath are more political than military'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

'It seems unlikely that a recruit will make a useful contribution as member of a combat unit.'

Pak, Iran agree to de-escalate tension after missile strikes

Pak, Iran agree to de-escalate tension after missile strikes

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

The development comes amidst officials of the foreign ministries from the two sides exchanged goodwill messages.

'Establishment of Pak's fifth military dictatorship underway'

'Establishment of Pak's fifth military dictatorship underway'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2011

Ex-CIA official Bruce Reidel had said in Washington, DC that amid speculations over Zardari's future, he believes that the 'creeping establishment' of Pakistan's fifth military dictatorship is underway right now, reports Aziz Haniffa.

Israeli strike kills 1st woman politburo member of Hamas

Israeli strike kills 1st woman politburo member of Hamas

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Hamas-affiliated media reported on Thursday morning that Jamila al-Shanti, the first woman elected to the Hamas politburo was killed in an Israeli airstrike.

For Pakistan, Siachen Is A Debacle

For Pakistan, Siachen Is A Debacle

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

For India, it is a symbol of will and a successful feat of arms.

AI to pick best marching contingent at Army Day Parade

AI to pick best marching contingent at Army Day Parade

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Briefing reporters at his office, Army Day Parade Commander Major General Salil Seth said, "Artificial Intelligence is being used for the first time to identify the best marching contingent. As you know all the marching contingents do drills and do drills correctly."

Pak SC notice to ISI, defence min on terror detentions

Pak SC notice to ISI, defence min on terror detentions

Rediff.com19 May 2012

Pakistan's supreme court has issued notices to the defence ministry, the Inter-Services Intelligence and military intelligence in response to a petition challenging a law that allows people accused of terrorism to be detained in internment centres.

US, UK urge Israel to delay ground offensive in Gaza

US, UK urge Israel to delay ground offensive in Gaza

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

The both governments recognise that a ground invasion is very likely and not telling Israel not to launch one at all, but rather hold off to try and see if additional diplomatic efforts can succeed.

'BJP Is Losing Ground Rapidly In J&K'

'BJP Is Losing Ground Rapidly In J&K'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'Everyone is unhappy with the lieutenant governor's administration, which is ignorant, high-handed, and inaccessible.'

Pakistan SC chides spy agencies

Pakistan SC chides spy agencies

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Pakistan's Supreme Court on Thursday rapped the Inter-Services Intelligence and Military Intelligence over the replies submitted by them about the detention of 11 men on terrorism charges, calling them the "biggest violators" of the law.

India needs a proper privacy law

India needs a proper privacy law

Rediff.com29 Sep 2009

Intelligence sharing is fine, but India needs to protect personal privacy.

'India has no good military options'

'India has no good military options'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

Former CIA operative Bruce Riedel on the Uri attack and its aftermath. Exclusive to Rediff.com

3 suspected members of Sikh extremist group arrested in Philippines

3 suspected members of Sikh extremist group arrested in Philippines

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Three suspected members of a Sikh extremist group on Interpol's red notice watchlist were arrested during a joint operation by the Philippine government agencies this month, according to an official.

ISI officers to be quizzed in Bhutto murder case

ISI officers to be quizzed in Bhutto murder case

Rediff.com23 Dec 2010

Several high-ranking officers of the Pakistan's Military Intelligence and spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence would be quizzed in connection with the 2007 assassination of former premier Benazir Bhutto, authorities said.