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Fleeing Ukrainian women footballers find shelter in Germany

Fleeing Ukrainian women footballers find shelter in Germany

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Players and staff of Kryvbas FC Women's team have found a new home in Cologne, Germany

Israel declares 48-hour emergency amid tension with Lebanon

Israel declares 48-hour emergency amid tension with Lebanon

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

As tensions continue to rise, the Israeli public remains on high alert, bracing for the possibility of further incidents.

India successfully test-fires K-4 submarine-launched nuclear capable missile

India successfully test-fires K-4 submarine-launched nuclear capable missile

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

The missile, developed by the DRDO, has a range of 3,500 km and it will be able to bring almost all parts of Pakistan and several areas of China within its reach, officials said.

US used R9X Hellfire missile to eliminate Qaeda chief

US used R9X Hellfire missile to eliminate Qaeda chief

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

According to one American analyst, the "house that was struck was owned by a top aide to Sirajuddin Haqqani," who is now the interior minister in the Taliban government in Kabul.

India to carry out multiple launches of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles

India to carry out multiple launches of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is the world's fastest operational system in its class and recently the DRDO has extended the range of the missile system from the existing 298 km to around 450 km.

Pak Taliban chief injured in drone attack: Report

Pak Taliban chief injured in drone attack: Report

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

Pakistani Taliban chief Hakimullah Mehsud received splinter injuries to his head and back in an American missile strike in Pakistan's lawless Waziristan tribal region that killed at least 15 militants, according to intelligence officials.Mehsud, who became the Tehrik-e-Taliban chief after the killing of his predecessor Baitullah Mehsud in a drone attack in August last year, was injured in Thursday's United States' missile strike at Basalkot in Shaktoi area.

Nuclear-capable missile Prithvi II successfully test-fired

Nuclear-capable missile Prithvi II successfully test-fired

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

The missile is capable of carrying 500/100 kg of warheads and is powered by liquid propulsion twin engines.

No damage to Iran's nuclear sites amid Israel attack: IAEA

No damage to Iran's nuclear sites amid Israel attack: IAEA

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

In a statement released on Friday, the United Nations Atomic Watchdog said it is monitoring the situation very closely.

SEE: In war-torn Gaza, boxing coach emboldens girls

SEE: In war-torn Gaza, boxing coach emboldens girls

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Attempts to restart sports are risky, even when played outside. On Tuesday, an Israeli missile slammed into a football match at a tent encampment, killing at least 29 people, Palestinian officials said.

Ukrainians Ready For Russian Offensive

Ukrainians Ready For Russian Offensive

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

With days to go for the first anniversary of Vladimir Putin's brutal and cruel invasion of Ukraine, the Russian army is set to mount a fresh offensive and give the Kremlin's tyrant something to crow about after months of military defeats.

India to buy 200 BrahMos, MiG 29 engines in Rs 39K cr deal

India to buy 200 BrahMos, MiG 29 engines in Rs 39K cr deal

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The contracts for the procurement of the platforms and weapons systems were signed in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and defence secretary Giridhar Aramane, under whose guidance these deals fructified, an official readout said.

The War Resumes in Gaza

The War Resumes in Gaza

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

The Israeli army claims it has hit more than 400 targets in Gaza, including in southern Khan Younis where thousands of Palestinians fled to escape the Israeli attacks in north Gaza.

Russia bombs Ukrainian sites in retaliation for Belgorod attack, 3 killed

Russia bombs Ukrainian sites in retaliation for Belgorod attack, 3 killed

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

In the reprisal attacks, several missiles struck the city of Kharkiv with two children among those injured, the Ukrainian military said.

How the S-400 missiles will protect India

How the S-400 missiles will protect India

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

With cruise missile and air strikes being India's most likely response to a hypothetical Pakistani terrorist outrage in the future, retaliation from the Pakistan air force is inevitable. That is where the S-400 will come into play, says Ajai Shukla.

What Will Israel Do Next?

What Will Israel Do Next?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

In days of smart, networked technology and no shame over collateral damage, what will blow up next -- cars, mobile phones, TV sets, refrigerators? And where?, asks Shyam G Menon.

Air-to-air missile Astra test-fired from Sukhoi-30 MKI

Air-to-air missile Astra test-fired from Sukhoi-30 MKI

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

The sophisticated missile, which has a strike range of over 70 km, can fly towards the target at a speed of over 5,555 km per hour.

SEE: Navy fires missile as part of military drill in Bay of Bengal

SEE: Navy fires missile as part of military drill in Bay of Bengal

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

The navy said the missile hit the target at maximum range with precise accuracy.

Navy successfully test-fires Brahmos supersonic cruise missile

Navy successfully test-fires Brahmos supersonic cruise missile

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

A top navy official said the test-firing yielded desired results.

How Trump decided to launch Syrian strikes

How Trump decided to launch Syrian strikes

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

In less than four hours after Trump gave the green signal, missiles were launched against the Syrian regime

India conducts first night trial of Agni II missile

India conducts first night trial of Agni II missile

Rediff.com16 Nov 2019

The missile has a strike range of 2000 km, the sources said soon after it blasted off from a mobile launcher at the Launch Complex-4 of the Integrated Test Range, the sources said.

BrahMos missile test-fired at nearly 3 times speed of sound

BrahMos missile test-fired at nearly 3 times speed of sound

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

India has already deployed a sizeable number of the original BrahMos missiles and other key assets in several strategic locations along the de-facto border with China in Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh.

Prithvi-II missile successfully test-fired

Prithvi-II missile successfully test-fired

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

The Prithvi-II missile is capable of carrying 500 kg to 1,000 kg of warheads and is thrusted by liquid propulsion twin engines.

India's missile interceptor fails test

India's missile interceptor fails test

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Seconds into the test, the anti-ballistic missile deviated from its planned path and it quickly became clear that it would not hit the target.

Senior Al Qaeda commander killed in Pak

Senior Al Qaeda commander killed in Pak

Rediff.com1 Feb 2008

Senior Al Qaeda commander Abu Laith al-Libi was killed along with other militant fighters in a United States missile strike in Pakistan, a website linked to radical Islamic groups has reported.

Indian Navy responds as Houthis attack British tanker

Indian Navy responds as Houthis attack British tanker

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The Indian Navy on Saturday said its guided missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam has deployed a team to help fire-fighting efforts on board British oil tanker MV Marlin Luanda which has got 22 Indian and one Bangladeshi crew members.

Nuclear-capable missile Prithvi-2 successfully test-fired at night

Nuclear-capable missile Prithvi-2 successfully test-fired at night

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

Prithvi-2 is capable of carrying 500-1,000 kg of warheads and is powered by liquid propulsion twin engines, the sources said.

India appalled by Hamas leader's killing

India appalled by Hamas leader's killing

Rediff.com23 Mar 2004

It also called for restraint and a resumption of the peace process in line with relevant United Nations resolutions.

Must-know facts about Nirbhay missile

Must-know facts about Nirbhay missile

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

Nirbhay, India's first home-grown subsonic cruise missile, was on Friday successfully test-launched from the Interim Test Range in Chandipur, near Balasore in Orissa.

When Death Came From The Sky

When Death Came From The Sky

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Russia rained fire on Ukraine's Kyiv region on Monday, May 29, 2023.

In touch with Kenyan govt over 2 missing Indians: MEA

In touch with Kenyan govt over 2 missing Indians: MEA

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

He said the Indian high commission in Kenya has been in continuous touch with the Kenyan authorities.

Will This Father And Son Survive?

Will This Father And Son Survive?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Glimpses from Gaza, Israel and Lebanon as the war provoked by Hamas' horrific attack escalates.

Over 20,000 Russian fighters killed since Dec 2022: US

Over 20,000 Russian fighters killed since Dec 2022: US

Rediff.com2 May 2023

More than 20,000 Russian soldiers were killed and over 100,000 were wounded since December 2022, White House official John Kirby said, according to CNN.

Indian Navy acquires new strike ability

Indian Navy acquires new strike ability

Rediff.com18 May 2019

Two navy destroyers, the INS Kochi and INS Chennai, fired MR-SAMs simultaneously at two simulated incoming missiles.

Can China Win A War With US?

Can China Win A War With US?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

According to the Pentagon report, the PLA is creating options for dissuading, deterring, and defeating external intervention in the Indo-Pacific region.

Moscow says Ukrainian strike in Donetsk kills 63 Russian soldiers

Moscow says Ukrainian strike in Donetsk kills 63 Russian soldiers

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

The Russian defence ministry said that Ukrainian forces hit six rockets of HIMARS at the temporary deployment point of one of the units of Russian armed forces in Makiivka region of Donetsk.

Mullah Omar wanted Clinton ousted

Mullah Omar wanted Clinton ousted

Rediff.com11 Sep 2004

Taliban leader Mullah Omar had sought former US President Bill Clinton's resignation to 'rebuild' America's 'popularity' in the Arab world

India successfully test fires Agni-IV ballistic missile

India successfully test fires Agni-IV ballistic missile

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

The sleek missile having 4000 km strike range is a two stage missile. It is 20 metre-long weighing 17 tonnes.

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic whips Rune; Fritz stuns Zverev

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic whips Rune; Fritz stuns Zverev

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Images from Day 8 of Wimbledon 2024 at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London on Monday.

China fires 'aircraft-carrier killer' missile into SCS amid US recce

China fires 'aircraft-carrier killer' missile into SCS amid US recce

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

China is engaged in hotly contested territorial disputes in the South and East China Seas. Beijing has also made substantial progress in militarising its man-made islands in the past few years, which it says it has the right to defend.

It's 6 Months Of Putin's War

It's 6 Months Of Putin's War

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Ukraine celebrates its 1991 declaration of independence from the then USSR on the same day.