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Imran Khan indicted in Toshakhana case; handed over to NAB for 8 days

Imran Khan indicted in Toshakhana case; handed over to NAB for 8 days

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Khan was arrested on Tuesday in the case, sparking massive country-wide protests by his supporters.

Would love to have TV debate with Modi to resolve differences: Imran

Would love to have TV debate with Modi to resolve differences: Imran

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Tuesday that he would like to have a TV debate with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi to resolve differences between the two neighbouring countries.

We will do what we said, says China as Pelosi flies out of Taiwan

We will do what we said, says China as Pelosi flies out of Taiwan

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

China on Wednesday said it will take "strong and effective" countermeasures against the US and Taiwan for violating the "One-China policy", as the US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi successfully completed her visit to Taipei disregarding Beijing's vociferous threats.

Russia increases shelling as advance on Kyiv makes little progress

Russia increases shelling as advance on Kyiv makes little progress

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

Fighting in Ukraine has so far pushed more than 500,000 people across the country's borders, according to the United Nations refugee agency.

Situation in Sudan very tense, focusing on safety of Indians: Govt

Situation in Sudan very tense, focusing on safety of Indians: Govt

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Spokesperson in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Arindam Bagchi said India is keeping a close watch on developments in Sudan.

Navy's 5 women aircrew conducts surveillance over Arabian Sea, creates history

Navy's 5 women aircrew conducts surveillance over Arabian Sea, creates history

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

In a rare feat, five women officers of the Indian Navy carried out the first independent maritime reconnaissance and surveillance mission in the North Arabian Sea onboard a Dornier aircraft.

Pak govt orders to form team to probe attack on Imran

Pak govt orders to form team to probe attack on Imran

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Pakistan's Interior Ministry has asked the Punjab provincial government to constitute a high-level joint investigation team (JIT) to bring facts to light in connection with an assassination attempt on former prime minister Imran Khan.

Can India Fight A Three-Front War?

Can India Fight A Three-Front War?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

China will use airpower to support Pakistan from the start of a war. China will use the opportunity to at least take Ladakh. Its growing navy will prevent India from blockading or attacking the Makran Coast. And thanks to Chinese weapons, Pakistan keeps expanding its forces, observes Ravi Rikhye.

Xi makes first public appearance after SCO summit, scotches coup rumours

Xi makes first public appearance after SCO summit, scotches coup rumours

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday visited an exhibition of the Communist Party, appearing in public for the first time after his return from the SCO summit on September 16, which sparked rumours about his absence from the limelight ahead of next month's key Congress of the ruling party.

OTT: Spies. Suspense. Crime. Thrills.

OTT: Spies. Suspense. Crime. Thrills.

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

OTT flies high on excitement this week.

Xi appoints new Gen to oversee China-India border

Xi appoints new Gen to oversee China-India border

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

President Xi, who heads the Central Military Commission (CMC), the overall high-command of the two million-strong People's Liberation Army (PLA), appointed Gen. Zhang Xudong as the Commander of the Western Theatre Command, according to the official media in Beijing.

China mum on talks with Lanka as its spy ship set to reach Hambantota

China mum on talks with Lanka as its spy ship set to reach Hambantota

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

China on Monday said Sri Lanka has allowed its satellite and missile tracking ship to berth at the Hambantota port on Tuesday, but declined to reveal details of talks with Colombo leading to the bankrupt island's government reversing its earlier stand to defer the high-tech vessel's entry.

Life Among Ukraine's Ruins

Life Among Ukraine's Ruins

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

In recent weeks, Russia has concentrated its firepower on Ukraine's Donbas region, where it has long backed two separatist regions at war with the Ukrainian government since 2014.

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

as journalists active in Pakistani media have been quick to point out, with Ghafoor at the helm in Balochistan, no one will take seriously any claims by the civilian leadership to use the velvet glove to work for peace there, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.He did not hesitate to pejorate developments in India at the slightest opportunity, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Post talks in Delhi, Wang Yi sets out 3 points for India-China ties

Post talks in Delhi, Wang Yi sets out 3 points for India-China ties

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

China and India should put their differences on the border issue at a "proper position" in bilateral relations and stick to the "right direction" of bilateral ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Friday.

China aggressor against India, says next US envoy to Beijing

China aggressor against India, says next US envoy to Beijing

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

China has been an aggressor against India along the Himalayan border, a top American diplomat nominated by President Joe Biden as his next envoy to Beijing has told lawmakers, stating that the US must hold the Chinese government accountable for failing to play by the rules.

IS chief al-Qurayshi killed in US raid, announces White House

IS chief al-Qurayshi killed in US raid, announces White House

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

The United States on Thursday announced the killing of ISIS chief Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi in a counterterrorism operation in northwest Syria.

Naxals ambush running train in Bihar, kill 3 policemen

Naxals ambush running train in Bihar, kill 3 policemen

Rediff.com30 Nov 2013

Three policemen were shot dead and two injured by armed Maoists in a running train near Jamalpur railway station in Bihar's Munger district on Saturday evening.

How The Pakistanis Surrendered In 1971

How The Pakistanis Surrendered In 1971

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

'We are ready to surrender,' Lieutenant General A A K Niazi said over the phone from Dhaka.

Why Is Modi Silent About Chinese Aggression?

Why Is Modi Silent About Chinese Aggression?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

There seems to be a desire for opacity when it comes to confronting China, points out Aakar Patel.

French Open champion Swiatek urges Ukraine to 'stay strong'

French Open champion Swiatek urges Ukraine to 'stay strong'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

Swiatek, who is on a 35-match winning run, had addressed the situation in Ukraine following her title win in Doha on February 26, two days after Russian troops had launched the invasion.

China 'extremely concerned' over civilian casualties in Ukraine

China 'extremely concerned' over civilian casualties in Ukraine

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Wang said that the situation in Ukraine has changed rapidly and that China laments the outbreak of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia and is 'extremely concerned' with the harm to civilians, China's state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

'If you're a soldier, you have to put fear away'

'If you're a soldier, you have to put fear away'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

'I'm now living under threat, but life has to go on because as a soldier, you can't run away from it.'

Imran Khan meets Putin amid Ukraine attack; talks developments in S Asia

Imran Khan meets Putin amid Ukraine attack; talks developments in S Asia

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

The leaders of the two countries "discussed the main aspects of bilateral cooperation and exchanged views on current regional topics, including developments in South Asia," said a brief statement issued by the Russian President's office - Kremlin.

SC directs Centre, Manipur govt on security, relief and rehabilitation efforts

SC directs Centre, Manipur govt on security, relief and rehabilitation efforts

Rediff.com8 May 2023

The apex court ordered adequate steps to be taken for protecting places of worship.

Starving One Ukraine to Defeat Another

Starving One Ukraine to Defeat Another

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

If they can sit together and hammer out 'Black Sea Initiative' deal for much needed food shipments, surely, they should be able to address the madness of the larger military conflict?

Japan PM's Ukraine visit overshadows Xi-Putin talks, upsets China

Japan PM's Ukraine visit overshadows Xi-Putin talks, upsets China

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Beijing was caught by surprise as Kishida, who was on an official visit to New Delhi from March 19-21, entered Poland from India using a secretly chartered plane instead of the standard government aircraft, Japanese TV channel NHK reported.

'The attack runs counter to the culture of Kashmir'

'The attack runs counter to the culture of Kashmir'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

'The spirit of religious faith in Kashmir is inclusive.' 'There an inclusiveness of Islam in Kashmir.' 'An ordinary Kashmiri can be a political fundamentalist, but he can never be a religious fundamentalist.'

Premier League approves proposed takeover of Chelsea

Premier League approves proposed takeover of Chelsea

Rediff.com25 May 2022

The Boehly-Clearlake consortium, which agreed terms to acquire Chelsea for 4.25 billion pounds ($5.33 billion) earlier this month, will take over ownership of Chelsea FC

10,000 cops storm Imran Khan's house in Lahore, dozens arrested

10,000 cops storm Imran Khan's house in Lahore, dozens arrested

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

The police personnel removed barricades from the entrance of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party chief's residence and removed all camps the PTI activists had erected to protect their leader.

10 Must See Cop Thrillers On OTT

10 Must See Cop Thrillers On OTT

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 watchable cop shows.

Will General Munir Take On Imran Khan?

Will General Munir Take On Imran Khan?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

If General Asim Munir, Pakistan's new army chief, wants to help defuse the current polarised atmosphere and shepherd civilian politicians towards negotiations on an acceptable date for elections, he may need to distance himself from any perception of needless hostility to Imran Khan, explains Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W, India's external intelligence agency.

Sri Lanka forms committee for repatriation of Tamil refugees from India

Sri Lanka forms committee for repatriation of Tamil refugees from India

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

The Sri Lanka deputy high commissioner's office in Chennai is coordinating the efforts, it added.

Pak PM Imran Khan set to meet Putin within hours of Ukraine attack

Pak PM Imran Khan set to meet Putin within hours of Ukraine attack

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday began his engagements in Moscow by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and is scheduled to meet Vladimir Putin, hours after the Russian president ordered a special military operation in eastern Ukraine, ignoring last-minute appeals and warnings from the West.

Pangong bridge area under illegal Chinese occupation: MEA

Pangong bridge area under illegal Chinese occupation: MEA

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

"As regards reports about a bridge being made by the Chinese side on Pangong Lake, the government has been monitoring this activity closely," External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said.

6 get death penalty, 1 life sentence for Peshawar school attack

6 get death penalty, 1 life sentence for Peshawar school attack

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Six militants involved in the brutal massacre of over 150 people, mostly school children, at a military-run school in Peshawar have been sentenced to death while one has been handed down life imprisonment by military courts, the Pakistan army announced on Thursday.

Foresee intensive Ind-Russia engagement Dec 6: MEA

Foresee intensive Ind-Russia engagement Dec 6: MEA

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

"We foresee a very intensive engagement during the day that will culminate in the summit," the MEA spokesperson said.

Salaam Bollywood!

Salaam Bollywood!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Sukanya Verma doffs her hat at all the salaam-themed titles out there.

French Open: Gauff reaches first Grand Slam final to set up Swiatek meeting

French Open: Gauff reaches first Grand Slam final to set up Swiatek meeting

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Swiatek made the most of Kasatkina's string of unforced errors, peppering court Philippe Chatrier with winners.

India protests Galwan PLA torchbearer, to boycott Olympics ceremonies

India protests Galwan PLA torchbearer, to boycott Olympics ceremonies

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

India on Thursday announced that its charge d'affaires in the Beijing embassy will not attend the opening or closing ceremony of the 2022 Winter Olympics in the Chinese capital over China honouring a military commander involved in the Galwan Valley clashes as its torchbearer for the mega sporting event.