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Centre alerts states on possible terror attacks ahead of US Prez visit

Centre alerts states on possible terror attacks ahead of US Prez visit

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

The Centre on Wednesday alerted the states in the wake of Peshawar school massacre to the heightened possibility of terror attacks ahead of US President Barack Obama's visit to India next month.

'China didn't expect India's military intervention in Doklam'

'China didn't expect India's military intervention in Doklam'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

'The Chinese media was beside itself with rage that how can a country with one-fifth of its economic power and maybe one-third of its military power stand up to them.'

Delhi gang rape: Centre pleads with HC to extend custody of juvenile

Delhi gang rape: Centre pleads with HC to extend custody of juvenile

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

The Centre said that several mandatory aspects were missing from the post-release rehabilitation plan which needed to be considered before setting him free.

'BJP wants to take us back to the 19th century'

'BJP wants to take us back to the 19th century'

Rediff.com27 May 2017

'There are no jobs, the economy is slowing down, but the BJP is more concerned with issues like triple talaq, anti-Romeo squads and the beef ban.'

Fountainhead of unrest in Kashmir: August 9, 1953

Fountainhead of unrest in Kashmir: August 9, 1953

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

'Aggravated fears about the fate of Article 370 and Article 35A of the Constitution have reopened old wounds and laid bare the widening emotional distance between Srinagar and New Delhi,' says Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs.

India asks UNSC to finalise global convention on terrorism

India asks UNSC to finalise global convention on terrorism

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

India has said the multiple terror attacks in Paris and Beirut highlight the urgent need to finalise a global convention on terrorism.

What India must worry about in 2018

What India must worry about in 2018

Rediff.com1 Jan 2018

'China's growing nexus with Pakistan and the two countries' unresolved territorial disputes with India continue to pose a formidable national security threat to India,' says Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

London knife attack leaves 1 dead, 5 hurt

London knife attack leaves 1 dead, 5 hurt

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

Scotland Yard said the incident is being treated as possible terror offence.

'If Pak can't try 26/11 culprits, turn them over to ICC'

'If Pak can't try 26/11 culprits, turn them over to ICC'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Disappointed over Pakistan's slow pace of trial in Mumbai terror attack case, a top American lawmaker has demanded that the seven suspects, including Lashkar-e-tayiba operational commander Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, be handed over to the International Criminal Court to bring them to justice.

Obama to chair UN meet on threat posed by foreign fighters

Obama to chair UN meet on threat posed by foreign fighters

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

United States President Barack Obama will convene a meeting of the UN Security Council next month on the threat posed by foreign fighters in Syria and Iraq, the White House has said, amidst reports that another American jihadi has died in Syria fighting for Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

Orlando reignites the debate for gun control in the US

Orlando reignites the debate for gun control in the US

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

"We must also look beyond this terrible moment and decide what we as a nation are willing to do to prevent hatred, gun violence and domestic terrorism," said Congressman Ann Kirkpatrick from Arizona.

50 killed in deadliest mass shooting in the US

50 killed in deadliest mass shooting in the US

Rediff.com12 Jun 2016

The shooting took place at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando.

Trust in Pak in fighting terror 'completely shaken': Rajnath

Trust in Pak in fighting terror 'completely shaken': Rajnath

Rediff.com27 May 2016

As the Modi government completed two years in office, Singh also made it clear that not allowing an the National Investigation Agency team to probe the Pathankot terror strike will amount to "betrayal".

We are at war with people who have perverted Islam: Obama

We are at war with people who have perverted Islam: Obama

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

President Barack Obama has said the United States and its allies are not at war with Islam but with people who have perverted the religion, asserting that groups like the Islamic State and Al Qaeda are desperate for legitimacy by portraying themselves as holy warriors in the defence of religion.

United Nations adopts plan to attack Islamic State's funding

United Nations adopts plan to attack Islamic State's funding

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

The 15-member body called for enhanced actions, from closing financial system loopholes to stopping the abuse of charitable causes, as well as updating the existing IS and Al Qaeda sanctions list.

Paris terror attack: First attacker identified by French authorities

Paris terror attack: First attacker identified by French authorities

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

French police have identified the first of seven gunmen who killed at least 129 people in a wave of carnage claimed by the Islamic State group.

Can IS make its presence felt in India?

Can IS make its presence felt in India?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

The next big destination for IS in South Asia could be India. In India, the SIMI-IM network can provide the logistics for an IS staging area, says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

Obama in Orlando: Arming nightclub-goers defies common sense!

Obama in Orlando: Arming nightclub-goers defies common sense!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

United States President Barack Obama has warned that horrific mass shooting incidents like the recent one in Orlando will continue to occur unless tougher gun control laws are adopted.

2 more suspected ISI agents arrested; kin cry foul

2 more suspected ISI agents arrested; kin cry foul

Rediff.com4 May 2017

ATS officials seized a cellphone and Rs 71.57 lakh in cash from the house of Qureshi,

CPEC: How Pakistan is losing out to China

CPEC: How Pakistan is losing out to China

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

'The accusation that Pakistan risks losing sovereignty to China is emotive and has the potential to spread.' 'China will, however, remain intent on achieving its strategic ambitions of acquiring Gwadar port and securing a large chunk of Pakistan occupied Kashmir,' says former RA&W officer Jayadeva Ranade.

Captured terrorist says LeT, Pak orchestrating Kashmir unrest

Captured terrorist says LeT, Pak orchestrating Kashmir unrest

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

The video shows 21-year-old Bahadur Ali, a resident of Raiwind in Lahore, spilling beans about LeT's role in the disturbances.

Exclusionary 'nationalism' won't solve everyday needs

Exclusionary 'nationalism' won't solve everyday needs

Rediff.com25 Mar 2017

'The top-most functionaries and destiny-makers of the nation have thrown away the pretensions of statesmanship.' 'They seem to have made a categorical announcement that the next general election will be fought on the solo plank of Hindutva, rather than on good governance, economic development, and employment to youth', says Mohammad Sajjad.

'The juvenile rapist is a threat to society, why release him?'

'The juvenile rapist is a threat to society, why release him?'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

That it's the day his daughter was brutalised, raped and died as a result of her horrific injuries does not weigh heavily on Badrinath Singh. 'We remember her every single day. In fact, we try not to think of her today, of what happened to her today,' he says.

Tehsin, Zia-Ur-Rahman 'still conspiring' terror acts: NIA

Tehsin, Zia-Ur-Rahman 'still conspiring' terror acts: NIA

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

National Investigation Agency on Friday told a special court that suspected Indian Mujahideen terrorists Tehsin Akhtar and Zia-Ur-Rahman are "still conspiring" to carry out terror strikes at various prominent places in India, especially the national capital, with the aid of Pakistan-based handlers.

'Lashkar and Pak army recruit from same pool of educated youth'

'Lashkar and Pak army recruit from same pool of educated youth'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

C Christine Fair, an acclaimed Pakistan expert who teaches at Georgetown University rebutted some of the common perceptions of Pakistan.

No fiddling with Article 370, says PDP's Mehbooba Mufti

No fiddling with Article 370, says PDP's Mehbooba Mufti

Rediff.com5 Dec 2015

Peoples Democratic Party president also demanded that "fringe elements" acting in the name of Hinduism should be checked, drawing comparison with elements of Islamic State who misuse Islam.

Clinton's jabs put Trump on the mat in first debate

Clinton's jabs put Trump on the mat in first debate

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

The Republican aggressively blamed the nation's problems on Clinton yet found himself mostly on the defensive in their first debate as she accused him of racist behaviour and hiding his income.

Trump says Orlando massacre shows he's 'right' about terrorism

Trump says Orlando massacre shows he's 'right' about terrorism

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

The Republican White House contender took the time to pat himself on the back for 'being right on radical Islamic terrorism' and sought the resignation of US President Barack Obama.

Bangladesh bans Islamist group linked to blogger killings

Bangladesh bans Islamist group linked to blogger killings

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Bangladesh on Monday banned an Islamist militant outfit that is believed to be behind the gruesome hacking deaths of three secular bloggers.

What's the point talking to Pakistan?

What's the point talking to Pakistan?

Rediff.com3 May 2016

Pakistan's holy trinity -- its government, military establishment and the ISI -- differ on Pakistan's domestic and foreign policy issues. So when India talks to Pakistan's political leadership it can't be sure that the promises can be delivered, says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

How big is the Islamic State threat to India?

How big is the Islamic State threat to India?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

As far as India is concerned, the danger is the potential of the IS to create mischief rather than its actual capability as of now, says Rajiv Kumar

Malaysia's Najib calls Modi 'man of action'

Malaysia's Najib calls Modi 'man of action'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

Both countries will advance maritime security and strengthen disaster response in the region, says Modi.

India gets UK's support in fight against terror; NSG, UNSC bid

India gets UK's support in fight against terror; NSG, UNSC bid

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Boosting trade and simplifying visa regime, apart from security and defence cooperation, were among the key bilateral issues. The two leaders also discussed regional and international matters of mutual interest.

US President Trump signs revised travel ban, exempts Iraq

US President Trump signs revised travel ban, exempts Iraq

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

The new executive order, which will come into force on March 16, covers people from Sudan, Syria, Iran, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen.

Modi's BRICS symphony in Goa

Modi's BRICS symphony in Goa

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Narendra Modi's success at the BRICS summit is the best Diwali gift for India's diplomacy and marks her ascendancy to global leadership, says Tarun Vijay.

Now, ink attack on J-K MLA Engineer Rashid for beef party

Now, ink attack on J-K MLA Engineer Rashid for beef party

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

Rashid was at the Press Club in Delhi on Monday afternoon, when three men set upon him and threw black ink on him.

Communal riots and the Indian Mujahideen

Communal riots and the Indian Mujahideen

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

There are many reasons why one joins a terrorist outfit. But to point at one factor as the single most crucial one to the formation and actions of the Indian Mujahideen is a political explanation, not strategic, says Bibhu Prasad Routray

Centre had alerted Nitish govt about threat to Mod rally: BJP

Centre had alerted Nitish govt about threat to Mod rally: BJP

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

Claiming that a specific alert was issued to the Bihar government about Narendra Modi's rally in Patna, the Bharatiya Janata Party on accused the Nitish Kumar government of lapses that led to serial blasts and charged it was soft on terror due to vote-bank politics.

Pakistan's crackdown on radicals is a ray of hope

Pakistan's crackdown on radicals is a ray of hope

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

'If the bulk of the Pakistan population and the all powerful army are now against radical elements, there is indeed hope that Pakistan's India policy will be more realistic and less ideology driven,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'Hinduism is under threat from those in power'

'Hinduism is under threat from those in power'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

'there is absolutely no question that the Hinduism of the mob-lynchers, the people who have actually gone and killed others because of what they are eating or how they are worshipping or the faith they belong to or what they're doing professionally, those are, to my mind, not Hindus at all.' 'Hinduism needs to be reclaimed for the Hindus who are not bigots.'