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India abstains from UNGA vote on return of Ukrainian children

India abstains from UNGA vote on return of Ukrainian children

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

India abstained from a UN General Assembly resolution demanding Russia ensure the return of Ukrainian children. The resolution passed with 91 votes in favor.

Blow to climate action, US exits 66 global cooperation bodies

Blow to climate action, US exits 66 global cooperation bodies

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

President Donald Trump has withdrawn the United States from over 60 international organisations, including United Nations bodies and the India-France-led International Solar Alliance, calling the institutions 'redundant' and 'contrary' to America's interests.

Pak threatens 'open war' with Afghanistan amid truce talks

Pak threatens 'open war' with Afghanistan amid truce talks

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned that Islamabad will enter into an 'open war' with Kabul if the ongoing peace talks in Istanbul fail, TOLO News reported.

Bengal's demography dangerously altered due to infiltration: Amit Shah

Bengal's demography dangerously altered due to infiltration: Amit Shah

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah accuses West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of facilitating illegal immigration from Bangladesh, leading to demographic changes. He promises to end infiltration if BJP wins the upcoming elections.

Oscars 2026: The Films Homebound Is Competing With

Oscars 2026: The Films Homebound Is Competing With

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

A quick look at the 14 names the Neeraj Ghaywan movie is competing with for a spot in the top five nominations.

Will 'permanently pause' migration from all 3rd world countries: Trump

Will 'permanently pause' migration from all 3rd world countries: Trump

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

The Trump administration said it will conduct a "rigorous" re-examination of all Green Cards issued to immigrants from "every country of concern".

Pakistani woman moves MP HC to stop husband's second marriage

Pakistani woman moves MP HC to stop husband's second marriage

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A family dispute between a Pakistani Hindu husband and wife, living in different countries after their marriage in 2020, has reached the Madhya Pradesh High Court after reconciliation attempts failed. The wife accuses the husband of planning a second marriage and seeks his deportation.

Christmas Karma Review: Over The Top

Christmas Karma Review: Over The Top

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Christmas Karma narrowly misses being a highway pile up, mainly because its heart is in the right place, believes Deepa Gahlot.

You can't fight and defeat me: Mamata warns BJP over chopper row

You can't fight and defeat me: Mamata warns BJP over chopper row

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of sabotaging her helicopter ride to Bongaon, alleging political conspiracy. She claims the cancellation forced her to travel by road, allowing her to connect with more people. Banerjee also addressed concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Sunny Sanskari Arrives On OTT

Sunny Sanskari Arrives On OTT

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

From double dates to Demogorgon, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists them.

What If Sardar Patel Had Not Passed Away In 1950...

What If Sardar Patel Had Not Passed Away In 1950...

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

If Patel had lived a few years more, he may or may not have become prime minister. But for sure, his presence would have kept Nehru in check, points out Harishchandra.

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'Non-compatible with Western Civilization' is about as vague and jingoistic as it gets and Trump saying this gives full license to his acolytes to go full throttle on making life as difficult and scary as possible for as many non-white people as possible,' notes Sree Sreenivasan.

ICC injects tiny boost for refugee Afghan women cricketers

ICC injects tiny boost for refugee Afghan women cricketers

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

The meaning of "domestic opportunities" is still very sketchy as most of these cricketers live in Australia.

India calls for ceasefire, hostage release; hails Gaza peace plan

India calls for ceasefire, hostage release; hails Gaza peace plan

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

India has called for a ceasefire, release of all hostages, and peaceful resolution of the Israel-Hamas conflict through dialogue and diplomacy. The Centre informed Parliament that India welcomed the agreement on the first phase of the Gaza Peace Plan. The article also covers India's energy sourcing strategy and the release of Indian fishermen by Pakistan.

Why This Film Sentenced Its Director To Prison

Why This Film Sentenced Its Director To Prison

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'One's country is the best place to live, no matter what problems, what difficulties.' 'My country is where I can breathe, where I can find the reason to live, and where I can find the strength to create.'

Myanmar refugees in Assam transit camp launch hunger strike

Myanmar refugees in Assam transit camp launch hunger strike

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The refugees launched their hunger strike since Monday evening and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has also been apprised of the situation, he added.

'Israel Is Weaponising Hunger'

'Israel Is Weaponising Hunger'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'Famine in Gaza is not a failure of logistics or aid. What is to blame is deliberate starvation caused by a brutal war.' 'Any child dying in a war zone is a vote of no confidence against humanity.'

Pak woman gets Indian citizenship under CAA after 20 yrs

Pak woman gets Indian citizenship under CAA after 20 yrs

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Poonam, a 38-year-old woman who came to India from Pakistan in 2004, has been granted Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). She had been living in Rampur on a long-term visa and expressed joy at finally being recognized as an Indian citizen.

New beginning: 186 Pak Hindu refugees cast first-ever votes in Delhi polls

New beginning: 186 Pak Hindu refugees cast first-ever votes in Delhi polls

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

For the first time in their lives, 186 Pakistani Hindu refugees in Delhi cast their votes in the Delhi Assembly polls, marking a significant moment in their journey towards citizenship. Having received Indian citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, they expressed hope for a better future with permanent homes and stable livelihoods. The refugees, who have lived in makeshift shelters and struggled with daily wage work for decades, felt a sense of belonging and empowerment after exercising their voting right.

Olympics: Afghan refugee athlete disqualified for slogan

Olympics: Afghan refugee athlete disqualified for slogan

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Afghan B-Girl Manizha Talash, a member of the refugee Olympic team at the Paris Games, was disqualified after displaying the words "Free Afghan Women" on her cape.

PoK unrest: 1 killed, several injured during protests

PoK unrest: 1 killed, several injured during protests

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

A strike in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) over unfulfilled demands turned violent, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Mobile and internet services have been suspended in the region.

36 South Asians on the ballot as US goes to polls

36 South Asians on the ballot as US goes to polls

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Several Indian-American and South Asian candidates are running for key positions in the US elections, including mayoral and gubernatorial races.

US ends automatic work permit extensions for foreigners, Indians to be hit

US ends automatic work permit extensions for foreigners, Indians to be hit

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

As per the new rule, foreigners who file to renew their EAD on or after October 30, 2025, will no longer receive an automatic extension, the DHS said in a news release.

The Secret US Hand In 1962 War

The Secret US Hand In 1962 War

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

India emerged from the war militarily bruised and strategically altered. The United States, under the guise of friendship, had succeeded in achieving what open alignment never could: The psychological and political repositioning of India within the Cold War order, points out Dr Kumar.

How To Apply For UK's Chevening Scholarship 2025

How To Apply For UK's Chevening Scholarship 2025

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Selected candidates will receive a fully-funded scholarship to study in the United Kingdom for a year.

Trump pulls US out of UNHRC, cuts funds for Palestinian refugees

Trump pulls US out of UNHRC, cuts funds for Palestinian refugees

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the US from the UN Human Rights Council and prohibiting any future funding for the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. Trump also directed the US to review its participation in UNESCO, citing concerns about anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sentiment within the organizations. The executive order argues that the UNHRC, UNESCO, and UNRWA have drifted from their missions and act contrary to US interests. Trump previously halted funds for UNRWA during his first term, and President Joe Biden put a block on US funds for UNRWA in January 2024 over allegations that staff for the agency participated in Hamas's October 7, 2023, attack against Israel.

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

Not just Zohran Mamdani, these PIOs too win US mayoral polls

Not just Zohran Mamdani, these PIOs too win US mayoral polls

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Ghazala Hashmi, an India-born American politician, has been elected as Virginia's Lieutenant Governor, marking a historic moment as the first Muslim and South Asian American to hold the position.

Mamata links man's suicide to NRC terror, blames BJP

Mamata links man's suicide to NRC terror, blames BJP

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

A man's alleged suicide in West Bengal, with a note blaming the National Register of Citizens (NRC), has ignited a political firestorm between the ruling TMC and the BJP, with accusations of fear-mongering and political exploitation.

Afghan women aim for cricket comeback as refugees

Afghan women aim for cricket comeback as refugees

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

In a letter written to the global governing body, the women cricketers praised the splendid performance of the men's team in the T20 World Cup but rued that they were not getting opportunities to flourish.

India restores embassy in Kabul, vows to deepen ties with Afghanistan

India restores embassy in Kabul, vows to deepen ties with Afghanistan

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

The MEA release said that the embassy of India in Kabul will further augment India's contribution to Afghanistan's comprehensive development.

Afghan Khudadadi first refugee to win Paralympic medal after chaotic journey

Afghan Khudadadi first refugee to win Paralympic medal after chaotic journey

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Zakia Khudadadi completed a remarkable journey to become the first athlete from the refugee team to win a medal at the Paralympics when she clinched a taekwondo bronze on Thursday.

'War Has No Winners, Only Losers'

'War Has No Winners, Only Losers'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'I noticed a nine-year-old child hugging another child every few minutes.' 'The two were sisters and were playing in their village when an armed gang attacked their village and set fire to it.' 'They hid together, only to witness their mother and father being killed.' 'Now, the older child is constantly comforting the younger one.'

Trio awarded Chemistry Nobel for metal-organic frameworks

Trio awarded Chemistry Nobel for metal-organic frameworks

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M Yaghi for their pioneering work in the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), Al Jazeera reported.

Why the RSS was banned thrice in 100 years

Why the RSS was banned thrice in 100 years

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

A timeline of key events that shaped the RSS' journey, including the various highs and lows, as the organization approaches its 100th anniversary.

India's Kabul mission made embassy, to launch 6 projects in Afghanistan

India's Kabul mission made embassy, to launch 6 projects in Afghanistan

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

India has upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to an embassy, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar acknowledging the Taliban's consideration of India's security concerns. The announcement was made during talks with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, marking a significant step in advancing ties between the two nations.

'Coercive, unilateral': BRICS nations slam Trump tariffs

'Coercive, unilateral': BRICS nations slam Trump tariffs

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

The BRICS nations have expressed concern over the proliferation of trade-restrictive actions in the form of 'indiscriminate rising' of tariffs, particularly measures used as a means of 'coercion', cautioning that such practices risk marginalising the Global South countries.

Road Ahead For Nepal Not An Easy One

Road Ahead For Nepal Not An Easy One

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The GenZ violence that engulfed Nepal is not only against nepo-babies -- its anger is broader and riddled with contradictions, making it difficult for interim PM Sushila Karki, points out Aditi Phadnis.

Centre's Myanmar border fencing faces resistance in Mizoram

Centre's Myanmar border fencing faces resistance in Mizoram

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Mizoram government reiterates its opposition to the Centre's plan to fence the India-Myanmar border and scrap the Free Movement Regime (FMR), citing ethnic ties and concerns for refugees.