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'Taliban is on the march'

'Taliban is on the march'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

'It's waging an offensive with no seeming precedent.' 'The fact that it's now entering cities, as opposed to remaining massed around their perimeters, is a game changer.'

Imran Khan welcomes Modi's greetings on Pakistan National Day

Imran Khan welcomes Modi's greetings on Pakistan National Day

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

Khan said time has come to begin a 'comprehensive dialogue' between the two countries.

India and Iran want peaceful, stable Afghanistan: Modi

India and Iran want peaceful, stable Afghanistan: Modi

Rediff.com17 Feb 2018

PM Modi and Rouhani inked nine pacts including a lease contract for a part of Chabahar port's operation for 18 months.

Major Gogoi, who used civilian as human shield, detained by J-K police

Major Gogoi, who used civilian as human shield, detained by J-K police

Rediff.com23 May 2018

According to a police official, an altercation broke out at a hotel where he allegedly wanted to enter with an 18-year-old woman.

Obama continues Diwali tradition, lights diya at White House

Obama continues Diwali tradition, lights diya at White House

Rediff.com29 Oct 2011

United States President Barack Obama celebrated Diwali at the White House complex by lighting the traditional diya and hosting a reception for eminent Indian Americans and officials in his administration.

Market participants demand rollback of higher surcharge on FPIs

Market participants demand rollback of higher surcharge on FPIs

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

During the meeting with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, it was also suggested that employees' provident fund should increase its exposure in the stock market, which in turn would improve liquidity.

Why the dove has become a hawk

Why the dove has become a hawk

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Strident Hindutva has not been the Shivraj Singh Chouhan's hallmark in his long tenure as chief minister. What has changed?

Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding venue

Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding venue

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

Here's a look inside the venue where the two lovebirds will say 'I do' and other details about the wedding, which is being dubbed as the 'event of the year'.

54% cut in Union Ministers' travel Budget

54% cut in Union Ministers' travel Budget

Rediff.com29 Feb 2016

The amount allocated for 'Tour Expenses' has been fixed at Rs 259 crore.

India Art Fair held up by cops over anti-CAA paintings

India Art Fair held up by cops over anti-CAA paintings

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

Curated by artist Myna Mukherjee, the art at the Italian Embassy Cultural Centre booth featured paintings as well as songs including Faiz Ahmad Faiz's "Hum Dekhenge", and poetry recitations talking about the love, beauty, tenderness and the strength of women across the country.

Japan committed to hosting Olympics on schedule even as virus spreads

Japan committed to hosting Olympics on schedule even as virus spreads

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

Japan is preparing to host the Tokyo Summer Olympics as planned, the government's top spokesman said on Wednesday, amid speculation the Games could be postponed because of the coronavirus threat.

Krishna, Khar may meet in New York

Krishna, Khar may meet in New York

Rediff.com20 Sep 2011

Indian envoy to the UN Hardeep Singh Puri said while there is no word yet of a formal bilateral meeting between Krishna and Khar, the "possibility" of a meeting in a social set-up "is very likely."

Agra blast: Can't rule out terror angle, say UP police

Agra blast: Can't rule out terror angle, say UP police

Rediff.com18 Sep 2011

The possibility of the blast at a hospital in Agra being a terrorist attack cannot be ruled out, Uttar Pradesh's top police official said on Sunday.

Delhi HC blast: Death toll rises to 12

Delhi HC blast: Death toll rises to 12

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

A 40-year-old man, injured in Wednesday's blast outside the Delhi High Court, died at a hospital on Thursday, taking the toll to 12 while the condition of four of the victims continued to be critical.

Marin pips Saina for 'Female Player of the Year' award

Marin pips Saina for 'Female Player of the Year' award

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

All-England and World champion Carolina Marin beat Indian ace Saina Nehwal to win the 'Female Player of the Year' award in Dubai on Monday night. Besides, Saina, Marin, who won five World Superseries titles, held off competition from China's Zhao Yunlei and Bao Yixin.

Atwal apologises for embarrassing Canadian PM Trudeau in India

Atwal apologises for embarrassing Canadian PM Trudeau in India

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

The controversy surrounding Atwal erupted last month after he was photographed with Trudeau's wife Sophie Gregoire and other senior officials at the event in Mumbai as part of Trudeau's first state visit to India.

Pet puja: Modi enjoys simple vegetarian lunch of dal, chapati in Nepal

Pet puja: Modi enjoys simple vegetarian lunch of dal, chapati in Nepal

Rediff.com3 Aug 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday had simple vegetarian meal prepared by an Indian chef for lunch after his arrival on a two-day official visit.

India can never trust the Chinese again!

India can never trust the Chinese again!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

'Magnanimity and appeasement have no place in the world of realpolitik as India has learned the hard way,' notes Vivek Gumaste in the first of a two-part column.

New Zealand players still hurting from WC loss

New Zealand players still hurting from WC loss

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

'It is one of those things that every day, often, you are having small conversations about it'

WATCH: Champions CSK accorded rapturous welcome on return to Chennai

WATCH: Champions CSK accorded rapturous welcome on return to Chennai

Rediff.com28 May 2018

Champions Chennai Super Kings' return to Chennai following a fairytale Indian Premier League triumph received the rapturous welcome it deserved, even as murmurs of scaling down an elaborate reception plan swirled in the wake of the Tuticorin tragedy.

Is Tiger in a relationship with Disha? He finally answers

Is Tiger in a relationship with Disha? He finally answers

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

'She is a dear friend and we do go out together.'

Argentine Aguero completes Manchester City move

Argentine Aguero completes Manchester City move

Rediff.com28 Jul 2011

Argentina forward Sergio Aguero has completed his move to big-spending Manchester City from Atletico Madrid, he said on his Twitter feed on Wednesday.

Highlights from Trudeau's India visit: Day 6

Highlights from Trudeau's India visit: Day 6

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Here are snapshots from Day 6 of Trudeaus visit.

Can drinking alcohol affect your fertility?

Can drinking alcohol affect your fertility?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2011

The effects of excessive intake of alcohol on health remain the same -- it can affect male fertility. Men tend to show a greater liking for drinking, but they need to pay a price for that -- their potency!

Trump asks Pentagon to plan military parade to show US strength

Trump asks Pentagon to plan military parade to show US strength

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

There is no such annual parade in the United States, which is militarily the most powerful country of the world.

'King Xi' extends imperial welcome to Trump

'King Xi' extends imperial welcome to Trump

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Donald Trump on Wednesday started his maiden visit to Beijing with both sides inking deals worth $9 billion.

President Mukerjee in Himachal Pradesh for five-day retreat

President Mukerjee in Himachal Pradesh for five-day retreat

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

President Pranab Mukerjee was on Thursday accorded a warm welcome as he arrived in the state for his five-day sojourn amid the serene climes of 'The Retreat', surrounded with thick pine forests near Shimla.

Delhi rolls out red carpet for Myanmar dictator

Delhi rolls out red carpet for Myanmar dictator

Rediff.com27 Jul 2010

Myanmar's notorious dictator General Than Shwe, who is on a five-day official visit to India, met President Pratibha Patil on Tuesday.

Genelia's STYLISH pregnant pictures!

Genelia's STYLISH pregnant pictures!

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

The mommy-to-be can easily be a style guru for expectant mothers.

UP govt to launch first train for Hindu pilgrims

UP govt to launch first train for Hindu pilgrims

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

The Samajwadi Party government in Uttar Pradesh will launch the first train carrying Hindus on an officially sponsored free pilgrimage to Haridwar and Rishilesh on March 14.

After hate mails, India seeks security for embassy in Italy

After hate mails, India seeks security for embassy in Italy

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

India on said it has asked Italy to provide more security to its embassy in Rome after the mission reported receiving hate mails and a live bullet in retaliation to Italian marines issue.

On Pakistan Day, MoS Singh dines with separatists

On Pakistan Day, MoS Singh dines with separatists

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Minister of State for External Affairs Minister V K Singh on Monday represented the government at the Pakistan National Day reception.

Kupwara: 3 Army jawans, 2 cops killed; 5 terrorists eliminated

Kupwara: 3 Army jawans, 2 cops killed; 5 terrorists eliminated

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

The encounter has brought to light gaps in the Army's vigil along the LoC as the group of terrorists had managed to sneak in nearly 8 km after crossing two ridges of the Shamsabari mountain range.

Count of coronavirus patients in India rises to 114

Count of coronavirus patients in India rises to 114

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

The tally of 114 includes two fatalities and 17 foreigners as well as 13 people who were discharged after they recovered from the infection.

Crestfallen Pakistan players will start returning home

Crestfallen Pakistan players will start returning home

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

"The players and officials could face an angry reception on their return home to Lahore and Karachi but I think they should be prepared for this."

Wanna earn some extra moolah? Tell Railways how it can grow

Wanna earn some extra moolah? Tell Railways how it can grow

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

Contracts will be given for five years, in a transparent manner

Brazil on song but worry over Julio Cesar

Brazil on song but worry over Julio Cesar

Rediff.com3 Jun 2010

Brazil gave a glimpse of the Latin American flair they will bring to the World Cup in South Africa with a 3-0 warm-up win over Zimbabwe on Wednesday, a victory tempered by an injury to goalkeeper Julio Cesar.

15 foreign envoys meet civil society in J-K

15 foreign envoys meet civil society in J-K

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

This is the first visit by diplomats to the newly carved out UT.

Wimbledon PICS: Federer, Medvedev, Barty advance; Svitolina knocked out

Wimbledon PICS: Federer, Medvedev, Barty advance; Svitolina knocked out

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Images from Day 4 of the Wimbledon tennis championships played in London, on Wednesday.

BJP MLA Akash Vijayvargiya released on bail

BJP MLA Akash Vijayvargiya released on bail

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

He was asked to furnish a personal bail bond of Rs 50,000 in the case of assault and of Rs 20,000 in the other case.