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Omar Abdullah announces memorial for Pahalgam terror victims

Omar Abdullah announces memorial for Pahalgam terror victims

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced plans to build a memorial in Baisaran, Pahalgam, in memory of the 26 victims of last month's terror attack. The memorial will serve as a lasting tribute to the victims and a reminder that they will never be forgotten. Abdullah also addressed the importance of reviving tourism in the state, assuring tour operators that tourist destinations will reopen in a phased manner.

Modric to leave Real Madrid after Club World Cup

Modric to leave Real Madrid after Club World Cup

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Luka Modric has played almost 600 games for Real and won nearly 30 trophies including a record six Champions League titles and four LaLiga trophies.

Sports Minister Mandaviya presents Khel Ratna to Satwik-Chirag

Sports Minister Mandaviya presents Khel Ratna to Satwik-Chirag

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya presented the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award to badminton stars Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy.

Like peaceful neighbours....: Pak PM urges India again for talks

Like peaceful neighbours....: Pak PM urges India again for talks

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Addressing a special 'Youm-e-Tashakur' event at the Pakistan Monument in Islamabad, Shehbaz said that India and Pakistan fought three wars and got nothing.

'264 reasons to celebrate Rohit Sharma!'

'264 reasons to celebrate Rohit Sharma!'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

The 'Hitman' turns 38! As Rohit Sharma celebrates his birthday, the cricketing world unites to salute a legend

French Open Day 1 PIX: Sabalenka, Svitolina make fast starts

French Open Day 1 PIX: Sabalenka, Svitolina make fast starts

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Images from Day 1 of the 2025 French Open in Paris on Sunday.

Rohit Sharma gets a stand named after him in Wankhede

Rohit Sharma gets a stand named after him in Wankhede

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Tuesday named a stand each after the incumbent India Test captain Rohit Sharma, former skipper Ajit Wadekar and ex-BCCI president Sharad Pawar here at the Wankhede Stadium.

Gavaskar's plea: 'End fighting, live in peace!'

Gavaskar's plea: 'End fighting, live in peace!'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar expressed solidarity with the families of those killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.

Kiara, SRK And The Met Gala...

Kiara, SRK And The Met Gala...

Rediff.com5 May 2025

This year, the gala tips its very wide-brimmed hat to the Black Dandy movement -- a revolution where style became a statement about identity and political views.

Schumacher signs helmet for Stewart's dementia charity

Schumacher signs helmet for Stewart's dementia charity

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Ferrari great Michael Schumacher, now 56, has not been seen in public since the seven-times World champion German suffered a serious brain injury in an accident while skiing in the French Alps in December 2013.

President Murmu attends Pope Francis' funeral mass

President Murmu attends Pope Francis' funeral mass

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

President Droupadi Murmu attended the funeral Mass of Pope Francis at St Peter's Square in Vatican City on Saturday. She was part of an official Indian delegation led by the President and also paid homage to Pope Francis at the Basilica of St Peter. India had declared a three-day state mourning on the passing of Pope Francis, who died on Monday at the age of 88.

Aussie media sing paeans to 'tormentor-in-chief'!

Aussie media sing paeans to 'tormentor-in-chief'!

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Kohli's skill and spikiness on the field reminded many of their own: Australian media

Ganguly fights to keep IPL final at Eden Gardens

Ganguly fights to keep IPL final at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday expressed optimism about the Eden Gardens keeping its date with the 2025 IPL final

Yet another Hurriyat ally denounces separatism, 12 so far: Amit Shah

Yet another Hurriyat ally denounces separatism, 12 so far: Amit Shah

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Friday that another constituent of the separatist amalgam Hurriyat Conference, the Jammu and Kashmir Mass Movement, has rejected secessionism and declared complete commitment to the unity of the country. This marks the 12th Hurriyat-linked organization to break off from separatism and reaffirm their trust in the Indian Constitution. Shah attributed this trend to the unifying policies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, which he believes has "tossed" separatism out of Jammu and Kashmir.

Why Trisha, Abhirami Admire Kamal Haasan

Why Trisha, Abhirami Admire Kamal Haasan

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Trisha Krishnan and Abhirami on sharing screen space with Kamal Haasan and working with Mani Ratnam.

The Sardar Who Won Over Kochi's Tummy

The Sardar Who Won Over Kochi's Tummy

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'We are Indians irrespective whether we are Punjabi, Gujarati, Bengali, Malayali or Tamilian.' 'I am the best example of this integration.'

Pak sought ceasefire after losing 35-40 soldiers: DGMO

Pak sought ceasefire after losing 35-40 soldiers: DGMO

Rediff.com11 May 2025

India on Sunday said it inflicted tremendous losses to the Pakistan military, including downing its fighter jets featuring latest technologies and damaging key military installations close to even capital Islamabad, during the three-day confrontation between the two sides.

Newly-married UP bizman killed in Pahalgam cremated with state honours

Newly-married UP bizman killed in Pahalgam cremated with state honours

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Shubham Dwivedi, a 31-year-old businessman from Kanpur who was killed in the Pahalgam terror attack, was cremated at his native village with full state honours on Thursday morning. The cremation was attended by Uttar Pradesh Cabinet ministers Yogendra Upadhyay and Rakesh Sachan, who placed wreaths on Dwivedi's mortal remains and offered their condolences to the bereaved family. A guard of honour was also presented to the departed soul. Dwivedi, who got married to Ashanya on February 12, was among the 26 persons, mostly tourists, who were killed on Tuesday at Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam in Anantnag district in one of the most gruesome attacks targeting civilians in Kashmir in a long time.

'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'

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka survive heat, opponents

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka survive heat, opponents

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

IMAGES from Day 1 of 2025 Wimbledon Championships played at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Monday.

Pak planned Pahalgam to ignite communal tensions in India: Cong

Pak planned Pahalgam to ignite communal tensions in India: Cong

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The Congress Working Committee (CWC) condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, calling it a direct assault on the values of the republic. The party accused the BJP of exploiting the tragedy to promote discord and polarization, while urging for unity and solidarity in the face of adversity. The CWC also demanded a comprehensive analysis of the intelligence failures and security lapses that led to the attack.

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).

Why Dravid believes Vaibhav is still work in progress

Why Dravid believes Vaibhav is still work in progress

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Suryavanshi not finished article, needs protection from overnight fame, says Dravid

Celebrating Swami Vivekananda's Life

Celebrating Swami Vivekananda's Life

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary is celebrated every year on January 12.

Amid row over Aurangzeb's tomb, Shah says...

Amid row over Aurangzeb's tomb, Shah says...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Shah said Shivaji Maharaj defeated "Mughal shahi" (rule of Mughals).

'Found ball tampering and security issues challenging'

'Found ball tampering and security issues challenging'

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Just-retired ICC match referee David Boon says ball tampering and security issues were the biggest challenges that he found "confronting" during his 14-year tenure in the position.

Bumrah Steals Show At Coldplay Concert

Bumrah Steals Show At Coldplay Concert

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah was the highlight of Coldplay's second concert in Ahmedabad on Sunday, January 26.

Rahul Gandhi meets Pahalgam victim's family in UP

Rahul Gandhi meets Pahalgam victim's family in UP

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the family of Shubham Dwivedi, one of the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, and called for a special session of Parliament to ensure justice for the victims. Gandhi, along with the opposition, has demanded the government take strict action against the terrorists and provide justice to the bereaved families. He met with Dwivedi's family in Kanpur and expressed his condolences, emphasizing the need for a united front against terrorism. The Congress has also issued statements calling for a strong response to the attack and demanding accountability for the perpetrators.

Shooting legend Sunny Thomas passes away

Shooting legend Sunny Thomas passes away

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Former India shooting coach Sunny Thomas, who guided the Indian marksmen from 1993 to 2012 and witnessed multiple Olympic medals, died on Wednesday after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Eknath Shinde Pays Tribute To Sulochana

Eknath Shinde Pays Tribute To Sulochana

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was among those who mourned her loss, and visited her home.

Where Does Shashi Tharoor Go From Here?

Where Does Shashi Tharoor Go From Here?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The political and ideological differences between the Congress and Shashi Tharoor is no longer a matter of whispers.

Raid 2 Review: Second Time's Not The Charm!

Raid 2 Review: Second Time's Not The Charm!

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Rajkumar Gupta's hammy treatment and bombastic score strips the realism to turn Raid 2 into another hail the hero exercise, observes Sukanya Verma.

Celeb Looks We Want To SEE At The MET Gala

Celeb Looks We Want To SEE At The MET Gala

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

If the whispers are true, Shah Rukh Khan is all set to make a grand debut at the MET gala, along with Kiara Advani. While it would be interesting to see what the duo wear at the star-studded May event, Namrata Thakker picks some interesting celebs looks for the MET red carpet.

'Europe Loved Aranyer Din Ratri'

'Europe Loved Aranyer Din Ratri'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'I am glad Aranyer Din Ratri is being shown at Cannes.' 'The film was better appreciated outside India even when released originally.'

'Are unresolved questions of Partition reflected in Pahalgam?'

'Are unresolved questions of Partition reflected in Pahalgam?'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

The former Union minister said the question that was posed to the country then and faced it today was whether Muslims in India felt accepted, cherished and celebrated.

Jayant Narlikar: A Voice That Lit The Cosmos

Jayant Narlikar: A Voice That Lit The Cosmos

Rediff.com22 May 2025

'When Dr Murli Manohar Joshi wanted to start a course on astrology, Jayant was the first one to have the courage to stand up and say astrology is not science.' 'That's a very rare quality -- to stand up to authority.'

Sakshi's emotional tribute to Olympic finalist Phogat

Sakshi's emotional tribute to Olympic finalist Phogat

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Olympic bronze medalist Sakshi Malik has lauded Vinesh Phogat for becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final.

Sri Lanka confers highest civilian award on Modi

Sri Lanka confers highest civilian award on Modi

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Sri Lanka has bestowed its highest civilian award, the Mithra Vibhushana, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in recognition of his role in strengthening ties between the two nations. The award was presented by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at a ceremony in Colombo. PM Modi expressed gratitude, stating the award honors not just him but also the people of India. The Mithra Vibhushana, instituted in 2008, has previously been awarded to prominent figures such as former Maldivian president Maumoon Abdul Gayoom and the late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri highlighted the award as a recognition of PM Modi's contribution to strengthening the India-Sri Lanka partnership, particularly during Sri Lanka's economic crisis. The award includes a citation and a silver medal adorned with Sri Lankan gems and symbolic motifs representing shared heritage and prosperity.

Sakshi Malik's Baby Name Has A Powerful Backstory

Sakshi Malik's Baby Name Has A Powerful Backstory

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Sakshi named her Yoshiidaa Kadia, a heartfelt tribute to her lifelong idol, Saori Yoshida.

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw Field Marshal K M Cariappa Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh The three highest-ranking military heroes of the Indian Armed Forces. They were the rarest of the rare. The bravest of the brave.