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Meet the Indian-origin man who helped restrain Bondi beach shooter

Meet the Indian-origin man who helped restrain Bondi beach shooter

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Amandeep Singh-Bola, born in New Zealand to Indian and Kiwi parents, helped tackle suspect Sajid Akram.

Babbar Khalsa terrorist wanted to attack Maha Kumbh

Babbar Khalsa terrorist wanted to attack Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Among the seizures made are three active hand grenades, two active detonators, one foreign-made pistol and 13 cartridges of foreign make, the officer said.

'Saw terrorists shoot 6 people right in front of me'

'Saw terrorists shoot 6 people right in front of me'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

'The terrorists included underage boys around 15 years old. There were at least four of them. They were taking selfies during the attack and had cameras mounted on their heads'

Slain Bondi Beach shooter renewed Indian passport from Sydney in 2022

Slain Bondi Beach shooter renewed Indian passport from Sydney in 2022

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Telangana Intelligence sources reveal that Sajid Akram, a suspect in the Bondi Beach mass shooting and native of Hyderabad, renewed his Indian passport in 2022. Investigations reveal his family's shock and previous visits to India.

Father-son duo carried out Bondi beach shooting

Father-son duo carried out Bondi beach shooting

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

At least 16 people, including a child, were killed when two gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney's Bondi Beach, in what authorities have declared a terrorist attack targeting the Jewish community, officials said on Monday.

Terrorist has no religion, but...: RSS message to Muslims

Terrorist has no religion, but...: RSS message to Muslims

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

'A terrorist has no religion -- they are nothing but the face of evil. When you offer namaz for a terrorist, attend their funeral, or give them a grave, you affirm that they belong to a religion. That must stop'

Women among 6 held for aiding terrorists behind Kathua attack

Women among 6 held for aiding terrorists behind Kathua attack

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Security forces have intensified search operations using aerial surveillance and sniffer dogs following a night-long cordon after fresh reports of suspected movement of three individuals, believed to be terrorists, who escaped a recent encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district, officials said.

'Insult to House': Uproar in RS over absence of Cabinet ministers

'Insult to House': Uproar in RS over absence of Cabinet ministers

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Chairman C P Radhakrishnan said he will take it up with the government and asked a junior minister to request the presence of a Cabinet minister in the House.

FIR registered over slogans against Modi, Shah at JNU

FIR registered over slogans against Modi, Shah at JNU

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has sought a first information report (FIR) after students allegedly raised 'provocative' slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah inside the university campus during an event on Monday night, varsity officials said.

FBI foils 'terror attack' over Halloween weekend in US, several held

FBI foils 'terror attack' over Halloween weekend in US, several held

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Patel did not specify which part of Michigan the FBI operation took place in. But in a separate social media post on Friday, the police department for the city of Dearborn noted that FBI agents had been active in its community.

Bondi Beach Killers Travelled On Indian Passports

Bondi Beach Killers Travelled On Indian Passports

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Sydney Morning Herald newspaper reported on Tuesday morning that 'Philippine immigration authorities said the father and son accused of killing 15 people in Sydney visited the country last month and travelled on Indian passports.'

India set to clinch $450 mn BrahMos missile order soon

India set to clinch $450 mn BrahMos missile order soon

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

The missile was showcased at the recent Dubai Air Show and drew huge interest from potential buyer countries.

Will hunt down every terrorist involved in Pahalgam: Amit Shah

Will hunt down every terrorist involved in Pahalgam: Amit Shah

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday vowed to hunt down each and every terrorist involved in the Pahalgam attack and said all of them will be made answerable for the heinous act.

NIA arrests man who sheltered Red Fort bomber

NIA arrests man who sheltered Red Fort bomber

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a Faridabad resident for allegedly harbouring Dr Umar-un Nabi, the man who drove the explosive-laden car that blasted outside the Red Fort in Delhi on November 10, killing 15 people.

India is not scared of any blackmailing: Army chief warns Pak

India is not scared of any blackmailing: Army chief warns Pak

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

The Army Chief said India's political brass has the will to strengthen the country's deterrence capabilities.

How NSG Would Eliminate Terrorists

How NSG Would Eliminate Terrorists

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Glimpses of how the National Security Guard would neutralise a terrorist hostage scenario with a chemical agent weapon threat.

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Years of repression and disappearances have taught Venezuelans, the hard way, not to voice either their anger or their joy, observes Radha Roy Biswas who spent her formative years in Venezuela.

Terrorists targeted civilians, not IB officials: Sources

Terrorists targeted civilians, not IB officials: Sources

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Some pro-Kashmir resistance handles on social media have claimed that the citizens who were injured in the Pahalgam terrorist attacks were not 'ordinary', but connected with internal security and counter-intelligence agencies like the Intelligence Bureau (IB).

The Blasphemous Idea Dhurandhar Promotes

The Blasphemous Idea Dhurandhar Promotes

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Dhurandhar's most dangerous idea is that Director Aditya Dhar envisions an Indian state run by a deep state -- an intelligence machinery not accountable to Parliament, courts, or voters. A future political system where unelected officials decide when Indian democracy is 'fit' to function, observes Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

'Nothing can defeat us if....': SRK pays tribute to terror victims

'Nothing can defeat us if....': SRK pays tribute to terror victims

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Shah Rukh Khan paid tribute to victims and security personnel of terror attacks, urging unity and peace at the 2025 Global Peace Honours event.

China claims it mediated India-Pakistan tensions in May

China claims it mediated India-Pakistan tensions in May

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that China mediated tensions between India and Pakistan, a claim disputed by India which maintains that the matter was resolved bilaterally.

Bondi beach shooter originally from Hyderabad: Cops

Bondi beach shooter originally from Hyderabad: Cops

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Telangana Police confirm that Sajid Akram, a suspect in the Bondi beach shooting in Australia, is originally from Hyderabad. He migrated to Australia 27 years ago.

Bondi Beach shooting: Toll rises to 16, terror probe on

Bondi Beach shooting: Toll rises to 16, terror probe on

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The death toll from the shooting targeting the Jewish community celebrating the first day of Hanukkah at Australia's Bondi Beach has risen to 16, while at least 40 people remain hospitalised, New South Wales (NSW) Police confirmed on Monday.

Doctors, engineers engaging in...: Delhi police oppose Umar Khalid's bail

Doctors, engineers engaging in...: Delhi police oppose Umar Khalid's bail

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

The Delhi police vehemently opposed the bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and others in the February 2020 riots case, saying it had become a trend now for doctors and engineers to engage in anti-national activities. The police cited inflammatory speeches and violent protests as reasons for opposing bail.

RSS@100: The Challenges Ahead

RSS@100: The Challenges Ahead

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

'The RSS, that advocated military strength, remained in the ideological doghouse for over half a century. Many of the RSS' responses even today carry the burden of this past,' points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

More than 100 anti-terror ops carried out in Jammu daily

More than 100 anti-terror ops carried out in Jammu daily

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

A top police officer in Jammu says that the presence of foreign terrorists in the region's dense forests is a major challenge, and that efforts are underway to neutralize them. He also noted the use of technology like drones by terrorists and criminals.

BSF destroys 5 Pak posts, terrorist launch pad across Jammu

BSF destroys 5 Pak posts, terrorist launch pad across Jammu

Rediff.com22 May 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) destroyed five Pakistani posts and a terrorist launch pad across the Jammu border in an operation, an officer said. The BSF retaliated after Pakistan targeted civilian areas and Indian establishments in a systematic manner, the officer said.

India 'could have done much more' during Operation Sindoor: Rajnath

India 'could have done much more' during Operation Sindoor: Rajnath

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauds the armed forces' restrained response during Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam terror attack, highlighting coordination and improved connectivity in border areas.

'So Many Doctors Converging In A Single Conspiracy Is Unusual'

'So Many Doctors Converging In A Single Conspiracy Is Unusual'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'India has experienced any number of doctors, engineers, and individuals from professional backgrounds being implicated in terrorism. This is not a novel development.' 'These are mobilisations of opportunity. One does not exclusively associate with one's own kind. A comprehensive conspiracy requires diverse skill sets.' 'One needs individuals with local community contacts, those possessing physical capabilities, technical expertise -- an entire spectrum of capacities.'

Govt doctor, wife held for radicalising local women in J-K

Govt doctor, wife held for radicalising local women in J-K

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

A government doctor and his wife have been detained in Jammu and Kashmir for allegedly misusing their positions to mask unlawful activities, including radicalizing local women through social media.

Colaba: When The City Speaks

Colaba: When The City Speaks

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Colaba's character is also drawn from its strength. Seventeen years ago, Pakistani terrorists struck here -- at the core of Mumbai's soul -- in the deadliest attack ever seen in this country. 166 civilians and security personnel were killed in a battle that raged on for three days.

Army guns down 4 militants in Manipur encounter

Army guns down 4 militants in Manipur encounter

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

At least four militants belonging to a banned outfit were killed in an encounter with security forces in Manipur's Churachandpur district.

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire and setting up of 'mechanisms' to ensure lasting peace after days of violent clashes along the border that left several soldiers, civilians, and terrorists dead on both sides, officials said on Sunday.

Before Kalam, BJP floated Vajpayee's name for Prez: Book

Before Kalam, BJP floated Vajpayee's name for Prez: Book

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

A new book reveals that Atal Bihari Vajpayee rejected an offer to become President of India, a move that would have made Lal Krishna Advani Prime Minister. Vajpayee believed that a sitting PM becoming President would set a bad precedent for Indian democracy.

26/11: 'India Must Never Forget'

26/11: 'India Must Never Forget'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

'They came to our bedrooms, woke people who were sleeping, and shot them. For what? For what?'

23 Pak troops, 200 Taliban killed as Afghan-Pak tension escalates

23 Pak troops, 200 Taliban killed as Afghan-Pak tension escalates

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Pakistan seized 19 Afghan military posts and "terrorist hideouts" in response to alleged attacks by Afghan forces. Kabul claims significant Pakistani casualties. Tensions escalate following repeated attacks by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

From fear to footfalls: Kashmir tourism's slow return after Pahalgam

From fear to footfalls: Kashmir tourism's slow return after Pahalgam

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

The Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir impacted tourism, but recovery efforts are underway with government initiatives and events to promote the region and boost MICE tourism.

US hits 8th drug vessel, this time in Pacific; 2 killed

US hits 8th drug vessel, this time in Pacific; 2 killed

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

The United States on Wednesday struck an alleged drug vessel, an eighth such attack by the US, on the Pacific side of South America, according to Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth, as reported by CBS News.

Chaos at B'desh embassy as VHP, Bajrang Dal protesters clash with police

Chaos at B'desh embassy as VHP, Bajrang Dal protesters clash with police

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Security was increased outside the Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi due to a planned protest by the VHP and Bajrang Dal regarding attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh.

Will join Army to fight Pak terrorists: Pahalgam victim's 9-year-old son

Will join Army to fight Pak terrorists: Pahalgam victim's 9-year-old son

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Nine-year-old Tanuj Kumar Satpathy, who lost his father in the Pahalgam terror attack, says he wants to join the Indian Army and confront Pakistani terrorists. Tanuj's father, Prashant Satpathy, was among the 26 people killed in the attack on April 22. Tanuj says he will tell PM Narendra Modi to ensure that no child becomes fatherless like him. He recounted how he took care of his mother after the incident, saying that he was the only help for her when the tragedy struck.