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Iran Missile Strike Forces Flight Reroutes

Iran Missile Strike Forces Flight Reroutes

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Flights from Delhi or Bengaluru, while they may still fly over Iran, depending on the route, have alternative paths that may take them through Central Asia or northern routes.

India-Canada Rift: US Is The Only Winner

India-Canada Rift: US Is The Only Winner

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

'Are we to believe that coordinated moves by the Canadian and US authorities are no longer taking place?', asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Is Wartime A Good Time to Invest?

Is Wartime A Good Time to Invest?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Even now, investors are not bothered about the war but are more concerned whether it will remain localised or not.' 'In case things are contained, markets can stage a bounce back in the next few days.'

MPC's Repo Rate Decision Not Unanimous

MPC's Repo Rate Decision Not Unanimous

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Dr Nagesh Kumar, one of the three new MPC members, wanted the MPC to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%.

Is That A Missile Lying In The Desert?

Is That A Missile Lying In The Desert?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Iran launched 102 missiles against Israel, almost all of which were intercepted by the Zionist State's Iron Dome system.

8 Israeli soldiers killed in clashes with Hezbollah in Lebanon

8 Israeli soldiers killed in clashes with Hezbollah in Lebanon

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The fatalities were reported just a day after Israel launched a ground incursion into southern Lebanon, intensifying the conflict on its northern front.

Will New MPC Members Cut Interest Rates?

Will New MPC Members Cut Interest Rates?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The three day MPC meeting began on Monday and the decision will be announced on Wednesday by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.

Market Rout Shaves Rs 16 Trn From India's MCap

Market Rout Shaves Rs 16 Trn From India's MCap

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

On a five-day rolling basis, FPI selling is the highest in 24 years.

India way behind China, need to catch up: IAF chief

India way behind China, need to catch up: IAF chief

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

At a press conference ahead of Air Force Day on October 8, he also said that India needs to catch up with China on technology and speed in production of military equipment, holding that "we are way behind" the neighbour. Air Chief Marshal Singh, at the same time, said the Indian military is way ahead in terms of personnel including those operating various machines and platforms. "I am very confident that as far as human angle is concerned, as far as our people behind the machine are concerned, we are way ahead of them," he said.

Support UN resolution on Kashmir, says Malaysian PM during Pak visit

Support UN resolution on Kashmir, says Malaysian PM during Pak visit

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

He also said that his country would continue to talk about the Kashmir issue "through channels that are acceptable" and prayed that "the issue is amicably resolved".

Modi dials Netanyahu, says no place for terrorism in world

Modi dials Netanyahu, says no place for terrorism in world

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

It is crucial to prevent regional escalation and ensure the safe release of all hostages, Modi said.

RBI unlikely to cut interest rate in October

RBI unlikely to cut interest rate in October

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

The Reserve Bank is unlikely to cut the benchmark interest rate in its forthcoming bi-monthly monetary policy review later in the week as retail inflation is still a cause of concern, and there is a possibility of the Middle East crisis deteriorating further, impacting crude oil and commodity prices, say experts.

Mohun Bagan refuse to travel to Iran for AFC tie

Mohun Bagan refuse to travel to Iran for AFC tie

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Keeping their players' "safety and security" in mind, Mohun Bagan Super Giant have decided against travelling to Iran for their AFC Champions League 2 match against Tractor FC owing to the existing volatile situation in the west Asian nation.

Sensex plunges 1,769 pts to 3-week low, investors lose Rs 9.78 lakh cr

Sensex plunges 1,769 pts to 3-week low, investors lose Rs 9.78 lakh cr

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

From the 30 Sensex firms, Larsen & Toubro, Reliance Industries, Axis Bank, Asian Paints, Tata Motors, Bajaj Finance, Maruti, Bajaj Finserv, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Titan, Adani Ports and HDFC Bank were the major laggards. JSW Steel emerged as the only gainer.

Chris Wood trims exposure to Indian equities by 1 point

Chris Wood trims exposure to Indian equities by 1 point

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Global head of equity strategy at Jefferies, Christopher Wood, has cut his exposure to Indian equities by one percentage point in the Asia-Pacific ex-Japan relative-return portfolio, and Australia and Malaysia by half a percentage point each in favour of China, which has seen a hike in exposure by two percentage points. The rally in China has been fast-forwarded by the approach of a seven-day holiday with the CSI 300 Index up 8.5 per cent on Monday, and 25.1 per cent in five trading days, he said.

Lebanon Reels from Israeli Airstrikes

Lebanon Reels from Israeli Airstrikes

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Lebanon is grappling with widespread devastation following Israeli airstrikes. The attacks have caused significant damage to infrastructure and civilian areas, displacing hundreds of Lebanese citizens.

Iranian missiles target Mossad headquarters, US sends F-16s

Iranian missiles target Mossad headquarters, US sends F-16s

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Chief of the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Mohammad Bagheri, told Press TV that the Nevatim air base, the Netzarim military facility and the Tel Nof intelligence unit, were hit in the Tuesday night attack dubbed 'Operation True Promise II'.

'No place beyond us': Bibi warns Iran as Hezbollah strikes back

'No place beyond us': Bibi warns Iran as Hezbollah strikes back

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a warning to Iran's Ayatollah regime and asserted that those who target Israel will face consequences and that no location in Iran or the Middle East is beyond Israel's reach.

India communicating between Russia, Ukraine to end war: Jaishankar

India communicating between Russia, Ukraine to end war: Jaishankar

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

With these propositions in mind, India started "some exploratory discussions" he said, adding that it started during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Italy during G-7, and then during his visit to Moscow.

Top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike

Top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

According to the IDF, Eid Hassan Nashar held key leadership roles within Hezbollah. He served as the commander of the surface-to-surface rocket unit, overseeing the organisation's day-to-day operations.

The Perils Of Political Abuse

The Perils Of Political Abuse

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'Leave aside the negative fallouts of phraseology like 'urban Naxals' and 'terrorists', both the BJP and the Congress have to re-discover themselves in the context of the 2024 election results, including those of the upcoming ones for Maharashtra and Jharkhand,' observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike amid ceasefire calls

Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike amid ceasefire calls

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The United States has called for a 21 day ceasefire on the Israel-Lebanon border to prevent an escalation of war and give diplomacy a chance there and in Gaza.

Iranian attack appears to have been defeated: Biden

Iranian attack appears to have been defeated: Biden

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The Iranian missile attack on Israel appears to have been defeated and ineffective, United States President Joe Biden said, hours after Tehran fired nearly 200 missiles at Israel.

'Leave Lebanon': India issues advisory amid rising tensions

'Leave Lebanon': India issues advisory amid rising tensions

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

According to Lebanon's health minister, 51 people were killed and 223 wounded Wednesday in Israeli strikes.

Markets Expected To Remain Volatile

Markets Expected To Remain Volatile

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'As the markets are expected to remain jittery in the near term, we advise investors to use this opportunity to enter quality largecaps from a long-term perspective.'

Iron Dome Intercepts Hezbollah Rockets

Iron Dome Intercepts Hezbollah Rockets

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

270 people were killed in Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, September 23, 2024.

Modi meets Zelenskyy in US, 3rd meet between them in 3 months

Modi meets Zelenskyy in US, 3rd meet between them in 3 months

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and reiterated India's commitment for an early resolution of the conflict in Ukraine and the restoration of peace and stability in the region.

At least 9 killed in second wave of device blasts in Lebanon

At least 9 killed in second wave of device blasts in Lebanon

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

A series of explosions rocked Lebanon and Beirut on Wednesday with the health ministry confirming nine deaths while news agencies put the toll at higher. The fresh round of blast came just a day after a deadly attack involving exploding pagers claimed the lives of at least 12 people.

9 killed, Iran's envoy, Hezbollah men hurt in pager blasts in Lebanon, Syria

9 killed, Iran's envoy, Hezbollah men hurt in pager blasts in Lebanon, Syria

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Numerous members of Hezbollah in Beirut and various areas of Lebanon were injured when their communication devices exploded, according to the Arab media reports. ANI posted on X quoting AP that Iran's ambassador in Lebanon was among those injured in the blasts.

PIX: Dortmund humiliate Celtic; Barca crush Young Boys

PIX: Dortmund humiliate Celtic; Barca crush Young Boys

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski scored twice to set his side on course for a 5-0 Champions League thrashing of Swiss side Young Boys on Tuesday as the Catalan giants bounced back from a 2-1 loss at AS Monaco in their opener.

'Markets Not In Panic Yet, But...'

'Markets Not In Panic Yet, But...'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'If you see another 1000-point correction, people may start panicking.'

US to deploy additional forces as Iran vows revenge on Israel

US to deploy additional forces as Iran vows revenge on Israel

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The United States will deploy additional fighter jets and Navy ships to West Asia in order to defend Israel, the US Department of Defence said.

Time Modi Connects With Kamala Harris

Time Modi Connects With Kamala Harris

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Over the years, India has enjoyed bipartisan support in the US and this asset must be kept intact and nurtured through across the board political and civil society engagement, suggests former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Hamas chief killed by Israel's short range projectile: Iran

Hamas chief killed by Israel's short range projectile: Iran

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

The statement by IRGC which was televised on the country's state media, came, three days after Haniyeh was killed at his accommodation in northern Tehran following his attendance at the inaugural ceremony of Iran's new president Masoud Pezeshkian.

India Needs A National Security Strategy

India Needs A National Security Strategy

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

The National Security Strategy document should flag all major issues concerning security strategy and provide guidelines to concerned departments to work out suitable action plans. Since the global and regional geopolitical canvas is dynamic, the NSS document should be deliberated at length before formulation and should be reviewed periodically, recommends Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

3 days in US: This is PM Modi's itinerary

3 days in US: This is PM Modi's itinerary

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

New initiatives to boost cooperation to ensure stability in the Indo-Pacific, ways to find peaceful solutions to the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza and addressing concerns of the global South will be the focus of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three-day visit to the US beginning Saturday.

War Can Blow Up In Your Face

War Can Blow Up In Your Face

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

'The world cannot remain a mute spectator. We could have televisions blowing up in our homes, smartphones blowing up in a gym or mobile phones blowing up on aircraft.' 'Our adversaries are not going to sit quiet. They have got an idea that they will encash to our detriment,' warns Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Israel strikes Beirut after Golan Heights attack, 1 killed

Israel strikes Beirut after Golan Heights attack, 1 killed

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

The IDF said that its target was the Hezbollah commander, who was responsible for the attack at the football ground in Majdal Shams.

Success of humanity lies not on battlefield: Modi at UN

Success of humanity lies not on battlefield: Modi at UN

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

'While on the one hand, terrorism continues to be a serious threat to global peace and security, on the other hand, areas such as cyber, maritime and space, are emerging as new theatres of conflict'

Iran's Supreme leader orders attack on Israel to avenge Hamas chief's killing

Iran's Supreme leader orders attack on Israel to avenge Hamas chief's killing

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Khamenei, who has the last word on all state matters and is also the commander in chief of the armed forces, instructed military commanders from the Revolutionary Guards and the army to prepare plans for both an attack and a defence in case the war expands and Israel or the US strike Iran, the officials said.