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Delhi's Bhavye Suneja captained Lion Air plane that crashed in Indonesia

Delhi's Bhavye Suneja captained Lion Air plane that crashed in Indonesia

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

The 31-year-old captain has 6,000 flight hours and the co-pilot more than 5,000 flight hours, the statement said.

Will Pakistan accept a beef-eating Indian who also eats pork?

Will Pakistan accept a beef-eating Indian who also eats pork?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

From belonging to an endangered tribe, somewhere along the line I had turned into a dangerous species myself; a lying, scheming traitor, who had let the country down -- in short, an anti-national, says Durba Dhyani.

Allowing mosquitoes to breed akin to culpable homicide: Delhi HC

Allowing mosquitoes to breed akin to culpable homicide: Delhi HC

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

The strong words came after the ASG said that the MCDs and the other agencies need to work together in an integrated and synergetic manner to handle the problem.

'This generation is not interested in the art of weaving'

'This generation is not interested in the art of weaving'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

Dhiraj Deka talks to Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com on how designers still struggle to acquire original Silk fabric from the market and how his growing business has helped the weavers earn more and lead a better livelihood.

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Ravi Sinha is described as "highly tech-savvy", and credited with infusing modern technology in the field of intelligence collection.

'My daughter has plucked the stars and put them at my feet'

'My daughter has plucked the stars and put them at my feet'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

Major Khushboo Kanwar, the daughter of a Rajasthani bus conductor, made history on Rajpath on Republic Day.

Don't delay MCD polls: Kejriwal urges Modi

Don't delay MCD polls: Kejriwal urges Modi

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Kejriwal's remarks came after the Delhi State Election Commission sought the advice of legal experts on if it can still hold polls for the three municipal corporations here following a communication from the Centre for their unification.

Nagaland govt calls for peace, Himanta to visit Kohima on Dec 9

Nagaland govt calls for peace, Himanta to visit Kohima on Dec 9

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

Addressing a press conference, minister Neiba Kronu said members of the government's Core Committee on the Naga political issue will have a meeting with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who is also the convenor of the North East Democratic Alliance (NEDA), in Kohima on December 9 to decide on the approach in the aftermath of the civilian killings.

All you wanted to know about the AFSPA

All you wanted to know about the AFSPA

Rediff.com16 Nov 2011

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, or AFSPA, as it is commonly known, has of late been a subject of intense discussion and debate. AFSPA has been in force in the North-East and Jammu and Kashmir, and the 'draconian' law has been the reason of wide protests.

FAQs on the Armed Forces Special Powers Act

FAQs on the Armed Forces Special Powers Act

Rediff.com16 Nov 2011

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, or AFSPA, as it is commonly known, has of late been a subject of intense discussion and debate. AFSPA has been in force in the North-East and Jammu and Kashmir, and the 'draconian' law has been the reason of wide protests.

Indian Super League: Chhetri scores twice as Mumbai outclass Delhi

Indian Super League: Chhetri scores twice as Mumbai outclass Delhi

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

Star striker Sunil Chhetri finally found his goal-scoring touch and scored twice as Mumbai City FC swamped Delhi Dynamos 2-0 to notch up their maiden win in four games in the Indian Super League.

Moderate quake jolts Delhi NCR, Chennai, eastern India

Moderate quake jolts Delhi NCR, Chennai, eastern India

Rediff.com22 May 2014

A moderate earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter scale on Wednesday night jolted Delhi, National Capital Region, Chennai and parts of eastern and northern India including West Bengal, Odisha and Jharkhand, but there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to properties.

Settle border issues for 'legal ties': China to Bhutan

Settle border issues for 'legal ties': China to Bhutan

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Bhutan firmly abides by the one-China principle meaning Taiwan and Tibet are part of China and stands ready to work with China for an early settlement of the boundary issue and advance the political process of establishing diplomatic relations, it said.

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The trigger that led Japan and the Philippines to ink the deal was because of the deteriorating security situation in the South China Sea. China's coast guard increased the frequency and intensity of incursions into Philippine waters, provoking the Philippines to take countermeasures to deter China, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

How UPA Govt Failed To Honour Sam Manekshaw

How UPA Govt Failed To Honour Sam Manekshaw

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

'We failed as a country because those who should have been there to say goodbye did not show up.'

'Rahul comes across as INDIA's villain'

'Rahul comes across as INDIA's villain'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

'It is not his doing, but Rahul Gandhi is forced by circumstances.' 'In taking political decisions, everything has to get his clearance.'

Why China wanted to grab Bhutan's land

Why China wanted to grab Bhutan's land

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

'The Chinese forces in the narrow Chumbi Valley are currently in the line of sight and fire of Indian forces poised on the ridges along the Sikkim-Tibet border.' 'Aware of this vulnerability, the Chinese have been eyeing the Doklam plateau,' explains national security expert Nitin A Gokhale.

NIA busts ISIS-inspired terror module planning to attack VIPs, 10 arrested

NIA busts ISIS-inspired terror module planning to attack VIPs, 10 arrested

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

The module was in touch with foreign handlers, whose identity is yet to be established, NIA Inspector General Alok Mittal told reporters.

AFSPA: 'A symbol of oppression, an object of hate'

AFSPA: 'A symbol of oppression, an object of hate'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

The Supreme Court found enough grounds to order a CBI probe into 1,528 extra-judicial killings in Manipur between 2000 and 2012.

India's great channel goldrush!

India's great channel goldrush!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2007

As if there weren't enough, a spate of new television channels will launch this year against all rational thinking.

ISL auction: Chhetri, Lyngdoh fetch a crore!

ISL auction: Chhetri, Lyngdoh fetch a crore!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Star striker Sunil Chhetri was bought at Rs 1.20 crore at the first-ever Indian Super League's auction featuring 10 domestic football players in Mumbai, on Friday.

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

Rediff.com12 May 2024

According to insiders, their lack of enthusiasm is showing on the ground. There is nothing to suggest that their enthusiasm will return in the final four phases of polling, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Duleep Trophy: South storm into final after East Zone's dismal batting

Duleep Trophy: South storm into final after East Zone's dismal batting

Rediff.com24 Oct 2014

South Zone took just 40 minutes into the third morning to crush East Zone by an innings and 118 runs en route their entry into Duleep Trophy final, in Lahli on Friday.

Brazil legend Ronaldo gets ISL invite

Brazil legend Ronaldo gets ISL invite

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Brazilian football legend Ronaldo could soon make his maiden visit to India.

Will not allow anti-India activities:B'desh

Will not allow anti-India activities:B'desh

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

Responding to New Delhi's concerns, Bangladesh on Monday gave a commitment of not allowing its territory to be used for anti-India activities, as the two countries discussed a proposal for setting up a regional task force to tackle the menace. Reaching out to the new government in Dhaka, External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee held talks with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Foreign Minister Dipu Moni and Home Minister Sahara Katun and conveyed concerns.

Tamil Nadu, Kerala lead surge in financial inclusion

Tamil Nadu, Kerala lead surge in financial inclusion

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

South leads; North-East at bottom but moves ahead, finds out the IndiaSpend Team

Manipur CM Survives Because Of Modi-Shah Blessings

Manipur CM Survives Because Of Modi-Shah Blessings

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

'It is difficult to replace him because if he is replaced, it will lead to a sense of defeat among the Meiteis, rightly or wrongly, and more chaos.'

Bollywood comes together for new reality TV show

Bollywood comes together for new reality TV show

Rediff.com8 Sep 2009

Madhuri Dixit Nene, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Preity Zinta and many more may be a part of Dance Premier League.

Court orders framing of charges against AAP's Amanatullah Khan

Court orders framing of charges against AAP's Amanatullah Khan

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

A Delhi court on Friday ordered framing of charges against Aam Aadmi Party MLA Amanatullah Khan and 24 others in case of riot and stone pelting on police personnel in May 2022.

Victory in civic polls marks defeat of Cong policies: BJP

Victory in civic polls marks defeat of Cong policies: BJP

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

Vijay Kumar Malhotra, president of the Delhi unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party, has described the victory of his party in the Delhi Municipal Corporation as the defeat of the programmes and policies of the state government led by Sheila Dikshit. BJP candidates have performed well in North and East Delhi segments. After the debacle in the civic polls, Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit and senior leaders of the Congress have been avoiding media personnel.

From engineering student to welders: The men who formed ISIS-inspired group

From engineering student to welders: The men who formed ISIS-inspired group

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Following are their brief profiles and roles as alleged by the NIA.

While India sleeps, Chinese threat grows

While India sleeps, Chinese threat grows

Rediff.com26 May 2008

Today for China to threaten Arunachal Pradesh and demand a slice of Sikkim after assured of its vice-like grip on India, is a natural progression even as New Delhi continues its slumber.

BJP in a fix over CM face in Delhi

BJP in a fix over CM face in Delhi

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

With four contenders for the top post in case the BJP wrests power from AAP, party sources say naming of a CM face may trigger factional fights.

Be Kinder, Gentler, 2022

Be Kinder, Gentler, 2022

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

'The wish is that 2022, if not bring us into happier times, at least sees some easing of the pain,' hopes Aakar Patel.

Rainfall during Aug-Sept likely to be above normal: IMD

Rainfall during Aug-Sept likely to be above normal: IMD

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

In another forecast for August, IMD Director General Mrutunjay Mohapatra said monsoon is also likely to be normal in the month.

A grounded soldier, a strategist par excellence

A grounded soldier, a strategist par excellence

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Bipin was the brightest among our coursemates and went on to become the first CDS of the country. I believe that all those who have known him and Madhulika will miss them very much, observes Lieutenant General Himalaya Singh (retd).

We seem to be unable to treat Kashmiris as Indians

We seem to be unable to treat Kashmiris as Indians

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

'The Indian middle class ignores the conflicts areas in Jammu and Kashmir, in Central India and in the North East.' 'The violence does not touch us at all and so we are able to easily look away from the underlying reasons and grievances.'

CAA protests: 'We don't make India great by silencing their voices'

CAA protests: 'We don't make India great by silencing their voices'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra said images of students clashing with police at various institutions over the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) are deeply disturbing and crushing voices of dissent will only turn the agitators against India.

Australia seeks closer defence ties with India

Australia seeks closer defence ties with India

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

'Areas where we are seeking increased co-operation are in low-level military exercises and professional exchanges in niche areas like flying instructor training, clearance diving and (maritime) passage exercises,' she said.

Jaishankar begins UNGA speech with 'Namaste from Bharat'

Jaishankar begins UNGA speech with 'Namaste from Bharat'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

India on Tuesday told the UN General Assembly that the days when a few nations set the agenda and expected others to fall in line are over, underlining that its presidency of the G20 sought to focus on key concerns of the many, not just the narrow interests of a few.