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Shoot Tablighis who misbehaved with nurses: Raj Thackeray

Shoot Tablighis who misbehaved with nurses: Raj Thackeray

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

The MNS chief demanded that videos of such people being thrashed be made viral on social media, to instill sense of "trust" among people.

Musharraf arrested over Lal Masjid operation

Musharraf arrested over Lal Masjid operation

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

Beleaguered former President Pervez Musharraf was on Thursday arrested for ordering a crackdown on the radical Lal Masjid, less than 24 hours after his lawyers claimed he could walk out of house arrest after being granted bail in the Akbar Bugti murder case.

US raises concern over LeT proxies contesting Pak polls

US raises concern over LeT proxies contesting Pak polls

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

The EU too urged Pak to ensure "safe and secure conditions" for the polls.

JeM chief conducted recruitment drive in UK: Report

JeM chief conducted recruitment drive in UK: Report

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Maulana Masood Azhar was allowed to preach extremist ideology at several British mosques during a month-long visit to UK in 1993 on the invitation of Islamist scholars

Is yoga a 'Hindu' practice?

Is yoga a 'Hindu' practice?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

In an age of patents and intellectual property rights, it would be improper to deny that yoga comes from the Hindu tradition, says Sankrant Sanu.

Imams meet Rajnath, urge Kashmiris to restore peace

Imams meet Rajnath, urge Kashmiris to restore peace

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

A delegation of Imams on Tuesday met Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi and urged him to help restore calm in the Kashmir Valley which is witnessing turmoil following the killing of Hizbul commander Burhan Wani.

Ayodhya on edge; elaborate security across country

Ayodhya on edge; elaborate security across country

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

Authorities said social media posts will be monitored to ensure that no attempt is made to vitiate the atmosphere.

I am not running away from Pakistan: Musharraf

I am not running away from Pakistan: Musharraf

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

Amid reports that the Pakistan government was under pressure to allow Pervez Musharraf to leave the country, the former military ruler on Sunday said he will not flee and defend himself in all cases.

'Modi wave is no longer that effective'

'Modi wave is no longer that effective'

Rediff.com31 May 2018

'Farmers' issues will rule the narrative in the 2019 elections.'

RSS-backed Iftar serves up advice for Pakistan

RSS-backed Iftar serves up advice for Pakistan

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

After an RSS affiliate withdrew the invitation to Pakistani High Commissioner in New Delhi for an iftar, senior Sangh leader Indresh Kumar on Saturday told Pakistan to worry about calls for freedom emerging within that country and stop interfering in Kashmir.

Modi factor propels rise of BJP, RSS in Bengal

Modi factor propels rise of BJP, RSS in Bengal

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

The Narendra Modi wave seems to have reached the Bengal shores, indicated by the more than two-fold increase in the membership of the Bharatiya Janata Party's state unit.

How the ATS pulled youth out of ISIS's influence

How the ATS pulled youth out of ISIS's influence

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

There are many such young men in Maharashtra, mainly in the industrially backward Marathwada region, who had once fallen victim to ISIS's propaganda but are now leading a normal life with the help of the employment training programme.

1986 moment: Will the seculars play it right this time?

1986 moment: Will the seculars play it right this time?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

'In the name of pluralism-secularism, the kind of politics that was pursued revealed to many that it was basically a favour to Muslim conservatism and communalism -- a politics of minority-ism, rather than of secularism.' 'This is how significant sections of Hindus have been made to loathe the very idea of Indian secularism by now,' says Mohammad Sajjad.

Is General Bajwa ready to take over Pakistan?

Is General Bajwa ready to take over Pakistan?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2017

'What we are today witnessing is the final act of the Pakistani army trying to retain its turf,' argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Indian diaspora vulnerable to terror attacks, says IB chief

Indian diaspora vulnerable to terror attacks, says IB chief

Rediff.com30 Nov 2014

Director of Intelligence Bureau Syed Asif Ibrahim on Sunday said effective intelligence sharing with neighbouring countries like Nepal, Myanmar, and Malayasia, Saudi Arabia would go a long way in helping the country tackle the threat from global terror groups like the Al Qaeda and ISIS.

Terrifying 17-hour Sydney cafe siege ends; 3 dead

Terrifying 17-hour Sydney cafe siege ends; 3 dead

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

A 17-hour-long hostage drama in which a lone heavily-armed man of Iranian-origin held 17 people hostage at a cafe in central Sydney ended late Monday night (Indian Standard Time) with the police storming it, resulting in three deaths.

The ISIS threat is real, and not far away

The ISIS threat is real, and not far away

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Unlike Al Qaeda, ISIS recruiters are proactive and internet savvy. They know there is angst among Muslims about their helplessness even in a vibrant democracy like India, leave alone other parts of the world where Muslims live. So ISIS feeds them a regular diet of the golden age of the Ummah, creating for these youngsters a live yet make-believe world which is completely disconnected from the reality around them, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

'Go Nawaz go' chants ring louder as protesters stage sit-in outside Pak PM's home

'Go Nawaz go' chants ring louder as protesters stage sit-in outside Pak PM's home

Rediff.com16 Aug 2014

Thousands of anti-government protesters led by opposition leader Imran Khan on Saturday reached Islamabad with an aim of ousting Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

Pak crisis: Imran Khan vows to sit in front of parliament till Sharif quits

Pak crisis: Imran Khan vows to sit in front of parliament till Sharif quits

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

Pakistan's anti-government protesters had a quiet day in Islamabad's high security area where they have been camping demanding Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's resignation, even as opposition leader Imran Khan vowed to continue the sit-in until goals achieved.

Sushma, Pak minister in war of words over abduction of 2 Hindu girls

Sushma, Pak minister in war of words over abduction of 2 Hindu girls

Rediff.com24 Mar 2019

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has ordered a probe into the matter.

Ajmer Dargah head's comment on triple talaq sparks family feud

Ajmer Dargah head's comment on triple talaq sparks family feud

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

Ajmer dargah Deewan Zainul Abedin Ali Khan's statement on triple talaq has led to a feud in his family with his younger brother dubbing him as a non-Muslim and staking claim to the post of the Deewan of the shrine.

How the sharp divide in votes in UP will benefit Modi

How the sharp divide in votes in UP will benefit Modi

Rediff.com2 May 2014

The strong Modi wave, disillusionment with the Akhilesh Yadav-led government in the state and the division of the anti-Modi vote will help the BJP leader edge closer to the PM's chair, observes Sharat Pradhan.

In Dhaka, Pope apologises for indifference towards Rohingyas

In Dhaka, Pope apologises for indifference towards Rohingyas

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

In a moving encounter, Francis blessed them, held their hands and intently listened to their heart-rending tales of escape from the Buddhist-majority nation, in an apparent show of public solidarity towards Asia's worst refugee crisis in decades.

In a first, Pope Francis meets grand imam of Al-Azhar in Vatican

In a first, Pope Francis meets grand imam of Al-Azhar in Vatican

Rediff.com23 May 2016

In a historic moment, Pope Francis met the grand imam of Cairo's Al-Azhar Mosque at the Vatican.

Malda decoded: What really happened?

Malda decoded: What really happened?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

India's Muslims need to assert their educational and economic upliftment and political empowerment rather than be provoked by communal remarks, says Mohammad Sajjad, reflecting on the Malda riot.

19 arrested in UP for violence during anti-CAA protest

19 arrested in UP for violence during anti-CAA protest

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Protesters had vandalised a police station and torched vehicles in Mau. Internet services have been suspended in the district.

SC reserves verdict on triple talaq

SC reserves verdict on triple talaq

Rediff.com18 May 2017

The bench had made it clear that it would examine whether the practice of triple talaq among Muslims is fundamental to their religion.

Triple talaq 'cruel' and 'most demeaning', says Allahabad HC

Triple talaq 'cruel' and 'most demeaning', says Allahabad HC

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

The high court further observed that the triple talaq practice, sanctioned under Muslim Personal Law that governs marriage, property and divorce violates the rights of Muslim women.

Meet the Besharam Janata Party

Meet the Besharam Janata Party

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Last year, he was the BJP's darling. Today, Arnab Goswami is a hated figure for the Modi bhakts. What changed?

Divided maulanas may help the BJP in Bareilly

Divided maulanas may help the BJP in Bareilly

Rediff.com9 Apr 2014

Sharply divided maulanas appear to have paved way for a smooth sailing for Bharatiya Janata Party nominee Santosh Kumar Gangwar in Bareilly.

Musharraf in ICU after blood pressure shoots up

Musharraf in ICU after blood pressure shoots up

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Pakistan's former military ruler Pervez Musharraf was on Thursday rushed to the ICU of a naval hospital in Karachi after he developed high blood pressure and fainted.

Imran Khan, from World Cup winning cricketer to Pak's 22nd PM

Imran Khan, from World Cup winning cricketer to Pak's 22nd PM

Rediff.com18 Aug 2018

Khan, who is believed to have the backing of the powerful military, has vowed to make a 'Naya Pakistan' which would be an Islamic welfare state.

Islamic State 'in-charge of foreign attacks' killed in Syria

Islamic State 'in-charge of foreign attacks' killed in Syria

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

The terror group vowed to avenge his death.

'RA&W wins over Pakistan -- in the perception wars -- almost every year'

'RA&W wins over Pakistan -- in the perception wars -- almost every year'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

'One of R&AW's greatest achievements is in projecting itself as benign.' 'This work -- done in tandem with the Diaspora and the MEA -- sells a story of India as mostly the victim.'

6 dead, 200 injured in clashes between Pak police, protesters

6 dead, 200 injured in clashes between Pak police, protesters

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

Pakistan called in the Army to restore order after violent clashes.

18 dead as violence spikes in Karachi ahead of Muharram

18 dead as violence spikes in Karachi ahead of Muharram

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

Eleven people died in sectarian violence in Pakistan's largest city today, taking the overall death toll in two days to 18 as unrest spiralled out of control on the eve of the Islamic holy month of Muharram.

Kamal Nath sworn in as 18th chief minister of Madhya Pradesh

Kamal Nath sworn in as 18th chief minister of Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who have extended support to the Congress to form the government in the state, were not present.

The coming battle for Pataliputra

The coming battle for Pataliputra

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party's quest to strengthen its base in north India starts from Bihar, says Bharat Bhushan.

Why Pranab was reluctant to join UPA govt

Why Pranab was reluctant to join UPA govt

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

Manmohan Singh, reveals the former President, was keen that either P Chidambaram or Montek Singh Ahluwalia be the finance minister.

Countries where Islamic State is still a major threat

Countries where Islamic State is still a major threat

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

Driven from its self-styled caliphate in Iraq and Syria, Islamic State is down but not out. Where once they confronted armies, the extremist Islamist group's adherents have now staged hit-and-run raids and suicide attacks. In some cases, the group has claimed responsibility for atrocities, including the bombings of churches and hotels in Sri Lanka that killed at least 253 people. Its involvement is not always proven, but even if the link is ideological rather than operational, Islamic State still poses a security threat in many countries.