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Deny terrorists safe haven, block their access to funds: US to Pak

Deny terrorists safe haven, block their access to funds: US to Pak

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

The US has also urged the two South Asian neighbours to avoid further military action.

'Make bowlers wear masks to ensure they don't use saliva'

'Make bowlers wear masks to ensure they don't use saliva'

Rediff.com25 May 2020

Pakistan head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq said that pacers will find it extremely difficult to adopt to ICC's new guidelines for resumption of cricket and proposed a mask for the bowlers to ensure they don't end up applying saliva on the ball "instinctively". The International Cricket Council has recommended a host of "back to cricket" guidelines which includes a 14-day pre-match isolation training camps to ensure the teams are free from coronavirus.

'We are expecting some response from the Indian board on proposed series'

'We are expecting some response from the Indian board on proposed series'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Shaharyar Khan has said that he's still waiting for his Indian counterpart to contact him regarding the proposed bilateral series in the UAE in December.

Pak team to visit India on March 14 to discuss Kartarpur agreement

Pak team to visit India on March 14 to discuss Kartarpur agreement

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

The visit will be followed by the return visit of the Indian delegation to Islamabad on March 28.

Blow to India's isolate-Pak campaign, as OIC sides with Islamabad on Kashmir

Blow to India's isolate-Pak campaign, as OIC sides with Islamabad on Kashmir

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

The OIC is the second largest inter-governmental organisation after United Nations with a membership of 57 states spread over four continents.

World's 'loneliest elephant' is finally free

World's 'loneliest elephant' is finally free

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

Kaavan, the world's loneliest elephant, will finally get a chance to live in a place he can call home.

Resolution condemning human rights violations in Kashmir introduced in US Congress

Resolution condemning human rights violations in Kashmir introduced in US Congress

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

The resolution said that any changes to the status of Jammu and Kashmir must be made with the direct consultation of the Kashmiri people, who must play a central role in the determination of their future.

Punjab police makes 2nd arrest in Amritsar grenade attack case

Punjab police makes 2nd arrest in Amritsar grenade attack case

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

Police have already arrested Bikramjit Singh, an operative of militant organisation Khalistan Liberation Force who was allegedly driving the motorcycle on that day.

EU MPs who toured Kashmir were on private visit: Govt

EU MPs who toured Kashmir were on private visit: Govt

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

In the first visit by a foreign delegation, a team of 23 MEPs travelled to Kashmir in October on a two-day visit to have a first-hand assessment of the situation after the state's special status was revoked in August by abrogating Article 370.

US in talks with Pak on limiting its nuclear weapons: report

US in talks with Pak on limiting its nuclear weapons: report

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

The Obama administration is in talks with Pakistan on a range of issues including limiting and controlling Islamabad's weapons programme, according to a media report.

Terror funding case: NIA arrests terrorist Salahuddin's 2nd son

Terror funding case: NIA arrests terrorist Salahuddin's 2nd son

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Earlier in June this year, his another son, Shahid, who was working in the agricultural department of the Jammu and Kashmir government, was arrested in the same case.

'Pak ready for a review if India reconsiders actions in Kashmir'

'Pak ready for a review if India reconsiders actions in Kashmir'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

"Are they ready to review their decisions? If they do, we can also review our decisions. Review will be on both sides," Qureshi said.

Hope for 'open, inclusive' Islamic govt in Afghanistan: China

Hope for 'open, inclusive' Islamic govt in Afghanistan: China

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

China on Monday expressed the hope that the Taliban will stand by its commitment of establishing an "open and inclusive" Islamic government in Afghanistan and will ensure a peaceful transition of power without violence and terrorism.

What was the army chief doing in Saudi Arabia?

What was the army chief doing in Saudi Arabia?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

General Naravane's UAE and Saudi Arabia visits communicate India's long awaited arrival in the domain of integrated foreign policy where the diplomatic and the military domains both complement each other much more substantially, observes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

No talks between Modi and Trump on Ladakh row: Sources

No talks between Modi and Trump on Ladakh row: Sources

Rediff.com29 May 2020

The last conversation between the two leaders was on April 4 on the issue of hydroxychloroquine.

80 killed in Pakistan clashes, 50 troops missing

80 killed in Pakistan clashes, 50 troops missing

Rediff.com8 Oct 2007

Over 60 pro-Taliban militants and 20 soldiers were killed in fierce clashes between security forces and rebels in the troubled North Waziristan tribal region; where over 50 Pakistani troops were reported missing on Monday. Military spokesman Major General Waheed Arshad said army authorities had lost contact with two groups comprising over 50 security personnel. Local residents alleged that several civilians were killed and injured in the attacks

Can Afghan Warlords Stop the Taliban?

Can Afghan Warlords Stop the Taliban?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Once Mazar-i-Sharif falls, some isolate pockets of resistance may remain, which the Taliban would tackle through political work or coercion, asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

2 soldiers killed as Army foils major infiltration bid

2 soldiers killed as Army foils major infiltration bid

Rediff.com1 Jan 2020

The infiltrators were intercepted in the wee hours when they were trying to sneak into Rajouri district from PoK.

Thousands stranded at Guwahati airport as Assam remains on boil

Thousands stranded at Guwahati airport as Assam remains on boil

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Many of the passengers were bound for outstation areas like Itanagar, Dimapur and Aizwal, and were left with no option but to wait endlessly at airport premises.

Need to regulate OTT content, crypto: RSS chief in Dussehra address

Need to regulate OTT content, crypto: RSS chief in Dussehra address

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

Addressing the annual Vijayadashmi rally at Reshimbagh ground in Nagpur, Bhagwat made a pitch for a review and reformulation of the National Population Policy keeping the next 50 years in mind.

Imran to be sworn-in as Pak PM before Aug 14: PTI

Imran to be sworn-in as Pak PM before Aug 14: PTI

Rediff.com29 Jul 2018

PTI leader Naeenul Haq told media on Saturday night that consultations are on to complete the number game.

Further ties with Pak need right atmospherics: Khurshid

Further ties with Pak need right atmospherics: Khurshid

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Salman Khurshid, the minister of external affairs, talks to Nayanima Basu on Pakistan, China, trade and various other challenges on his plate.

'Don't believe Taliban will respect my freedom'

'Don't believe Taliban will respect my freedom'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

'I am committed to my country if there is respect for democracy and human rights. If not possible then I will prefer to stay in India or any other western country'

South Africa-England ODI abandoned after positive COVID-19 tests

South Africa-England ODI abandoned after positive COVID-19 tests

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Sunday's One Day International between South Africa and England in Paarl has been abandoned after two hotel workers in the teams' bio-secure environment tested positive for the coronavirus, match host broadcaster SuperSport reported.

It's horrible: Trump on Pulwama terror attack

It's horrible: Trump on Pulwama terror attack

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

"It would be wonderful if they (India and Pakistan) get along," Trump said.

India won't escalate, but won't take Pulwama as its destiny: Swaraj

India won't escalate, but won't take Pulwama as its destiny: Swaraj

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated after Indian fighter jets bombed terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed's biggest training camp near Balakot deep inside Pakistan on February 26.

Buzz: BCCI sponsors not concerned over Ganguly endorsing rival

Buzz: BCCI sponsors not concerned over Ganguly endorsing rival

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

Asked if Ganguly would be cornered at the meeting, he laughed and cited an example.

Did you know of these changes in cricket rules?

Did you know of these changes in cricket rules?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

Two Test series starting on Thursday, Pakistan v Sri Lanka and South Africa v Bangladesh, will mark the introduction of a number of new rules in cricket.

World Bank approves $1bn COVID-19 aid for India

World Bank approves $1bn COVID-19 aid for India

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

The World Bank also approved $200 million for Pakistan, $100 million for Afghanistan, $7.3 million for the Maldives and $128.6 million for Sri Lanka.

US asks Pak to act against 26/11 accused, offers new $5mn reward

US asks Pak to act against 26/11 accused, offers new $5mn reward

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

The Trump administration announced this major reward on the 10th anniversary of the terror attack in which 10 Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Tayiba terrorists went on a shooting rampage in India's financial hub killing 166 people, including six Americans.

What the World Expects From the Taliban

What the World Expects From the Taliban

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

The world's attention is on the new Taliban and the imminent announcement of an inclusive government in Kabul, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar

Air strike was not to kill, but send a message: BJP MP

Air strike was not to kill, but send a message: BJP MP

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

Rather, it was the Indian media and social media where the unconfirmed figures of terrorist killed were being circulated, he said.

Kashmir won't be 'major topic' during Modi-Xi meet: China

Kashmir won't be 'major topic' during Modi-Xi meet: China

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

'For this kind of informal summit, I think it is better to leave the leaders much time to discuss whatever they would like to discuss'

Xi meets Khan, hopes to improve Indo-Pak ties

Xi meets Khan, hopes to improve Indo-Pak ties

Rediff.com28 Apr 2019

Both leaders also exchanged views on the situations in South Asia, an official Chinese statement said about the meeting between Xi and Khan.

'Toolkit' case: Delhi police looks for Mumbai lawyer, Pune engineer

'Toolkit' case: Delhi police looks for Mumbai lawyer, Pune engineer

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

A Mumbai lawyer and a Beed engineer joined arrested climate activist Disha Ravi in creating a protest toolkit backing the farmers' agitation with the aim of 'tarnishing the image of India' and collaborated with pro-Khalistani elements, Delhi Police officials said on Monday.

Mumbai ex-cop sends legal notice to Kangana, seeks apology

Mumbai ex-cop sends legal notice to Kangana, seeks apology

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

The notice said the allegations levelled by Ranaut that the city commissioner of police was 'intimidating' her and 'encouraging social bullying' against her are completely false, frivolous, baseless and unsubstantiated.

Chinese vice foreign minister in Islamabad to discuss Indo-Pak tensions

Chinese vice foreign minister in Islamabad to discuss Indo-Pak tensions

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

"China has been promoting peace and stability in this region. We hope that Pakistan and India will maintain friendly relations," he told a media briefing in Beijing.

Salahuddin's son admits receiving funds to stir trouble in J&K: NIA

Salahuddin's son admits receiving funds to stir trouble in J&K: NIA

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

NIA says he has also given the names of overseas Hizbul Mujahideen members involved in fund-raising for the terror outfit.

Rahul Dravid vs Greg Chappell: The Untold Story

Rahul Dravid vs Greg Chappell: The Untold Story

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The only way for Dravid to sort out the mess was by forcing a showdown and getting Chappell removed as coach. That possibility was remote as Dravid neither had the ears of the BCCI nor was he the sort to confront knotty issues head on. A fascinating excerpt from Pradeep Magazine's Not Just Cricket: A Reporter's Journey through Modern India.

BSF jawan Tej Bahadur's Facebook accounts under scanner for 'Pakistani friends'

BSF jawan Tej Bahadur's Facebook accounts under scanner for 'Pakistani friends'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

About 17 per cent of the over 6,000 'friends' in Yadav's accounts are from Pakistan.