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Pakistan drowning in debt, need to sail this ship ashore: Shehbaz

Pakistan drowning in debt, need to sail this ship ashore: Shehbaz

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Pakistan was "drowning" in debt and it was the new government's job to "sail this ship ashore," Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday.

Centre to discuss 'narcotic jihad' with Kerala church heads

Centre to discuss 'narcotic jihad' with Kerala church heads

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

Reiterating his support to Pala Bishop Joseph Kallarangatt, whose 'narcotic and love jihad' remarks had triggered a widespread controversy in the southern state, Gopi said the bishop had not spoken ill of any community.

After Rihanna, prominent international celebs back farmers' protests

After Rihanna, prominent international celebs back farmers' protests

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Prominent international celebrities and activists on Wednesday joined American pop star Rihanna to extend support to the farmers' protests here and garner international attention on the protracted stir but their remarks were slammed by India as 'neither accurate nor responsible'.

How UP Women Powered BJP Victory

How UP Women Powered BJP Victory

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

'Economic issues do not matter during elections; it is the emotional connect that helps swing votes.'

Xi Jinping: A princeling turned China's Mao 2.0

Xi Jinping: A princeling turned China's Mao 2.0

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Xi's ascent to power and the quick consolidation of his leadership of the party with a shock anti-graft campaign securing the title of the "core leader" of the party bequeathed only to Mao has indeed forced his rivals in the party to submission and caught the attention of the world.

'Terrorists enjoy free pass': India slams Pak at UN

'Terrorists enjoy free pass': India slams Pak at UN

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

India hit back at Pakistan in the UN Security Council after Islamabad raised the Kashmir issue at the 15-nation Council.

'Not about Ajit Pawar; BJP's target is Sharad Pawar'

'Not about Ajit Pawar; BJP's target is Sharad Pawar'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

'They know Sharad Pawar will be playing a huge role in unifying the Opposition.'

What is China's action plan for Tibet?

What is China's action plan for Tibet?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

National security, consolidation of border defences and border security highlights China's Tibet policy, points out Jayadeva Ranade, the former senior RA&W officer and China expert.

Curbs continue in Kashmir after Geelani's death; mobile, net services shut

Curbs continue in Kashmir after Geelani's death; mobile, net services shut

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

The officials said the curbs were intensified in downtown (old city) and some uptown parts of Srinagar in view of the Friday congregational prayers.

BJP MLC: 'RSS, VHP creating mischief in Karnataka'

BJP MLC: 'RSS, VHP creating mischief in Karnataka'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

'The Muslims in Karnataka are safe and secure. The state government belongs to everybody.'

'The sooner we junk the rhetoric of freebies, the better'

'The sooner we junk the rhetoric of freebies, the better'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

'Welfare schemes are not a necessary evil, they are a necessary good.'

Wimbledon stripped of ranking points over Russia, Belarus ban

Wimbledon stripped of ranking points over Russia, Belarus ban

Rediff.com21 May 2022

'The ability for players of any nationality to enter tournaments based on merit, and without discrimination, is fundamental to our Tour.'

'Terrorism in J-K is an Islamist extremist venture'

'Terrorism in J-K is an Islamist extremist venture'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

'The expulsion of Kashmiri Pandits -- and all other non-Muslims -- is its clear objective.'

Pak convinced Taliban to talk to US: Minister

Pak convinced Taliban to talk to US: Minister

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

Pakistan's efforts for the peace process in Afghanistan would be remembered for long, he said.

No talks possible with India until...: Pak PM

No talks possible with India until...: Pak PM

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Ties between India and Pakistan nosedived after a terror attack on the Pathankot Air Force base in 2016 by terror groups based in Pakistan.

Want to make Lakshadweep like Maldives, says collector

Want to make Lakshadweep like Maldives, says collector

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The Lakshadweep administration, which is under attack from the Opposition for its changes, on Thursday said it was laying the foundation for the future of islands in a planned way and to develop it on the lines of Maldives in two decades.

Who is Alia missing?

Who is Alia missing?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

Kareena's stern message... Deepika's warm welcome...

'Those who attacked me are mere pawns'

'Those who attacked me are mere pawns'

Rediff.com31 May 2022

'Why do you want to use the might of swords to make your point?' 'Why do you use force to scare people who don't subscribe to your views?'

BJP leader among 6 arrested for anti-Muslim slogans

BJP leader among 6 arrested for anti-Muslim slogans

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

A video showing anti-Muslim slogans being raised during a protest at Jantar Mantar here was widely circulated on social media, following which the Delhi Police registered a case in connection with the matter on Monday.

Drone spotted over Indian high commission in Islamabad

Drone spotted over Indian high commission in Islamabad

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

The Indian mission has already taken up the issue strongly with the Pakistani authorities.

PFI involved in 'disturbing' India's secular fabric: Officials

PFI involved in 'disturbing' India's secular fabric: Officials

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

The PFI is alleged to have been continuously involved in anti-government propaganda and spreading the narrative that Muslims were being persecuted in India.

This UP party has promised ministry for 'harassed' men

This UP party has promised ministry for 'harassed' men

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

The party 'Mera Adhikar Rashtriya Dal' (MARD), registered in 2018, had unsuccessfully contested the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Lucknow and Varanasi.

Farmers' protest: Police launches action against 'fake posts'

Farmers' protest: Police launches action against 'fake posts'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

The Delhi Police has launched action against alleged 'fake posts' on social media platforms related to the violence that broke out on Republic Day during the farmers' tractor protest and has registered four cases in the matter, officials said on Wednesday.

Kerala murders: Cops to book fake news spreaders on SM

Kerala murders: Cops to book fake news spreaders on SM

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

In view of the recent back-to-back murders of two political activists in the state, Kerala DGP Anil Kant on Friday directed district police chiefs to take stringent action against those spreading fake news and false message through social media and book the administrators of such platforms who allow discussion on them.

DMK goes for the kill in Stalin's Kolathur segment

DMK goes for the kill in Stalin's Kolathur segment

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

The DMK's campaign appeared to be the most visible with propaganda at a feverish pace across the segment for the April 6 assembly polls and Stalin is the party's chief minister candidate.

Umar Khalid hatched conspiracy to fuel Delhi riots during Trump visit: Police

Umar Khalid hatched conspiracy to fuel Delhi riots during Trump visit: Police

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

In this conspiracy, firearms, petrol bombs, acid bottles and stones were collected at numerous homes, police claimed.

Time For Stalin To Get Tough With Party, Babus

Time For Stalin To Get Tough With Party, Babus

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Tamil Nadu's voters wanted tough leaders at the helm, to the point of being autocratic. It was what Karunanidhi, MGR and Jayalalithaa ended up becoming, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Digital Detox To Avoid Health Problems

Digital Detox To Avoid Health Problems

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

Start your digital detox today before irreversible damage to health and mental complications stalk your life, advises Ramesh Menon.

Have open mind on alliance for UP polls: Priyanka Gandhi

Have open mind on alliance for UP polls: Priyanka Gandhi

Rediff.com18 Jul 2021

Asked whether the Congress will go it alone on all the 403 assembly seats in the state or align with some political party, the party general secretary told reporters in an informal meeting here, "It is too early to say."

BJP legislature party picks Yogi for UP CM, swearing-in on Friday

BJP legislature party picks Yogi for UP CM, swearing-in on Friday

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Yogi Adityanath was on Thursday unanimously chosen the leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party legislature party in Uttar Pradesh in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

All terrorists involved in civilian killings in JK eliminated: Sources

All terrorists involved in civilian killings in JK eliminated: Sources

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

After a spell of relative calm, Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a spate of killings of innocent civilians last month, triggering apprehensions of an intense cycle of violence and turmoil in the region.

Why Chinese Leaders Are Rushing To Tibet

Why Chinese Leaders Are Rushing To Tibet

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

A visit to Tibet appears to have become the new touchstone for expressing fealty to Xi Jinping, observes Jayadeva Ranade, the retired senior RA&W officer and distinguished China expert.

Biden hails Russia's ouster from UN human rights council

Biden hails Russia's ouster from UN human rights council

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The 193-member UN General Assembly on Thursday voted to adopt a draft resolution moved by the US to suspend Russia from the Geneva-based United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) over allegations that Russian soldiers killed civilians while retreating from towns near the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.

Not avoiding ED, open to 'unbiased' probe: Deshmukh

Not avoiding ED, open to 'unbiased' probe: Deshmukh

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

After the Bombay HC last week refused to quash these summons, he appeared before the agency.

Saffron reigns in UP as BJP scores thumping win, SP distant second

Saffron reigns in UP as BJP scores thumping win, SP distant second

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

The BJP stormed back to power in the crucial state of Uttar Pradesh, trouncing its main rival SP, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asserting that people have buried the politics of caste and religion.

Lakshadweep: Opposition intensifies protests against administrator

Lakshadweep: Opposition intensifies protests against administrator

Rediff.com25 May 2021

The anti-BJP parties have alleged that Patel unilaterally lifted restrictions on the use of alcohol in the Muslim-majority islands, banned beef products, citing Animal Preservation and demolished fishermen's sheds built on the coastal areas, saying they violated the Coast Guard Act.

Amid charges, Wankhede's wife seeks support from Maha CM

Amid charges, Wankhede's wife seeks support from Maha CM

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

NCP leader Nawab Malik had levelled a string of allegations against the NCB official, including illegal phone tapping.

Redouble fight for victims of govt's worst excesses: Sonia to Cong workers

Redouble fight for victims of govt's worst excesses: Sonia to Cong workers

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Attacking the Modi government, Sonia said it has sought to erode our institutions.

Twitter deletes Kangana's tweets over rule violations

Twitter deletes Kangana's tweets over rule violations

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

The actor has been criticising protesting farmers over their agitations against the Centre's three farm laws.

Let us stay united: Kohli, Rahane after Rihanna's post

Let us stay united: Kohli, Rahane after Rihanna's post

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Virat Kohli has joined the growing list of celebrities, political leaders and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, to tweet on unity and farmers