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Bharat Bandh hits life in Bihar, J'hand, tribal belts
Rediff.com3 days agoThe response was tepid in other parts of the country even as several INDIA bloc parties as well as other non-BJP outfits extended their support to the bandh.
Will Modi Achieve A Cease Fire In Ukraine?
Rediff.com3 days agoUkraine is currently in the middle of a strategic offensive into Russia's Kursk region.
'Climate Change Is The Main Villain'
Rediff.com2 Aug 2024'Since there is no photo-op, or quick fix solutions, politicians do not want to address climate change. It is very unfashionable.'
Unjustified pressure on India over energy ties: Russia
Rediff.com18 Jul 2024India is a great power that determines its national interests and chooses its partners, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said, describing as "completely unjustified" the "enormous pressure" on New Delhi due to its energy cooperation with Moscow.
'Sar pe laal topi Rusi...': Modi mentions Raj Kapoor, Mithun in Moscow
Rediff.com9 Jul 2024Modi's high praise of Russia as an ally and Putin's leadership came amid ongoing efforts by the Western world to isolate the Russian leader over the war in Ukraine.
Iranian Nuclear Deterrent On the Horizon
Rediff.com17 Jun 2024The crises of the 21st century, 9/11, the economic meltdown, COVID-19, Russia-Iran war and the Hamas-Israel war seem to be never ending. In this situation, Iran might be contemplating a nuclear deterrent to defend itself, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan, the distinguished long-time Rediff contributor who turns 80 on June 17..
Will Jaishankar continue to craft an assertive foreign policy?
Rediff.com9 Jun 2024When S Jaishankar became India's external affairs minister in May 2019, he was largely considered a political lightweight despite his undisputed mastery over foreign policy.
Why West Opposes Strong Leader Like Modi
Rediff.com9 Jun 2024'The West has always opposed a strong nationalist leader in India and Narendra Modi is no exception.' 'The West prefers weak leaders who are amenable to Western pressure and Mr Modi's independent stance is not to the liking of the West,' asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).
Is The World Spinning Out Of Control?
Rediff.com30 May 2024The current instability in the world is a result of long term systemic and socio-politico problems, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).
'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'
Rediff.com20 May 2024'Why should we disclose classified information to satisfy those who doubt our Hydrogen Bomb capability?'
Putin Takes Oath For 5th Term
Rediff.com8 May 2024Vladimir Putin took the oath for a new six year term as Russia's president on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
'They Wanted To Stop Us From Protesting Against Adani'
Rediff.com3 May 2024'All those who participated in the agitation were branded as anti-nationals.'
US House passes $95-bn aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies
Rediff.com21 Apr 2024One bill provides $60.8 billion for Ukraine, with over 80 percent of it for helping Kyiv amid its ongoing war with Russia, including replenishing supplies of US made weapons and ammunition.
Sorry Mr Modi, Katchatheevu Isn't An Election Issue In Tamil Nadu
Rediff.com4 Apr 2024Rulers in New Delhi and their political aides in sensitive states like Tamil Nadu have to be doubly careful not to provoke a situation whose consequences may be much more than visible now to the naked eye, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.
Cillian! Cillian! Cillian!'
Rediff.com20 Mar 2024Students and principals at the primary and senior schools Oscar winner Cillian Murphy attended in Cork, Ireland, tells Rediff.com what the triumph means to them.
LeBron James hits 40,000 points, rewriting NBA legacy
Rediff.com3 Mar 2024The four-time champion "King James" became the league's scoring king just over a year ago when he passed Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
'I love you', Putin critic Navalny's wife's 1st post after his death
Rediff.com19 Feb 2024Navalnaya posted a picture of herself enjoying a moment with Navalny, two days after his death.
Ranji: Saurashtra secure quarters berth; Vysakh, Srinivas power K'taka
Rediff.com18 Feb 2024Saurashtra's veteran left-arm spinner Dharmendrasinh Jadeja bagged his 22nd five-wicket haul as the defending champions scored an innings and 243-run victory against Manipur to move into the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals from Group A in Rajkot on Sunday.
1st group of Indian troops to be sent before March 10: Maldives Prez
Rediff.com5 Feb 2024The President He said his administration will not allow any State agreements that may compromise the country's sovereignty, The Edition newspaper reported.
'India should not behave like a big brother towards Maldives'
Rediff.com5 Feb 2024'India should respect Maldivian nationalism and their desire to be not over-dependent on India.' 'India should not behave like a big brother towards Maldives as many times, we tend to behave like that.'
Salute The 1st Lady To Command An Indian Warship
Rediff.com12 Jan 2024Lieutenant Commander Prerana Pravin Deosthalee will lead an all-male crew. She is currently the first lieutenant of INS Chennai, the missile destroyer that rescued a foreign merchant ship hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia last week.
Ustad Rashid Khan's musical legacy goes back to Tansen
Rediff.com9 Jan 2024Ustad Rashid Khan has left an enduring legacy with his soul-stirring notes, his melodious voice echoing through time and leaving an indelible imprint on the rich heritage of Hindustani music.
Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age
Rediff.com26 Dec 2023Kho Gaye Hum Kahan is a light glimpse into healthy young lives ready to soar in their own sweet skin, applauds Sukanya Verma.
Navy appoints 1st woman commanding officer in naval ship
Rediff.com1 Dec 2023The Indian Navy has appointed the first woman commanding officer in a naval ship in sync with its philosophy of 'all roles-all ranks' for female personnel, Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar said on Friday.
2036 Olympics: Coming Out Party For India
Rediff.com14 Nov 2023If Ahmedabad is India's preferred candidate, as seems likely, hosting Olympics 2036 should give it a leg up: A bigger airport, a better metro network, more hotels, flyovers and so on, observes T N Ninan.
Israeli troops gain control over Hamas strongholds
Rediff.com11 Nov 2023Israel Defence Forces (IDF)'s 401st Brigade has eliminated approximately 150 terrorists and gained control over Hamas terrorist strongholds in northern Gaza.
NRIs: Pop Nationalism To Identity Supremacy
Rediff.com21 Oct 2023Brand India's societal divisions and distortions have remained as much relevant in 'liberal' America and Europe as it still is in the structurally stratified Indian society of the 21st century, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.
The Last Double Decker Bus Ride
Rediff.com15 Sep 2023Mumbai bids adieu to its iconic red double-decker buses.
If India Becomes Bharat...
Rediff.com9 Sep 2023By changing the nation's name from India to Bharat, would this landmass overnight lose the emotional and cultural linkage that had been built over generations, centuries and millennia, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.
Minorities more safe in India than in US: Ex-VP
Rediff.com11 Jul 2023'All propaganda is going on (against India). Certain sections of the Western media also. They joined this propaganda about India, about the security and safety of minorities'
India-US Bonhomie: The China Threat
Rediff.com30 Jun 2023The change of heart in the US and India was propelled by the increased threat of China to both countries, explains Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.
Indian Values Are Undergoing A Change
Rediff.com1 Jun 2023We are currently in a transition phase and its resultant turmoil as a titanic struggle between Indian and Western value systems is being waged, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).
The Ban Baaja Baraat
Rediff.com29 May 2023The Kerala Story is among a long list of films that invited bans and censorship.
13,000 shifted to shelters in Manipur amid sporadic violence
Rediff.com5 May 2023The Imphal Valley in Manipur, which remained peaceful for most of Friday, witnessed sporadic clashes later in the day as more security forces were rushed in from other states by road and air to calm down a state which had witnessed bloody ethnic rioting over the last 48 hours.
Imphal Valley tense; security forces, militants exchange fire
Rediff.com5 May 2023The Imphal Valley in Manipur remained peaceful but tense on Friday, however intermittent gunfights between militant groups and security forces were reported from the hill districts surrounding the valley.
Indians see China, not Pak as their greatest threat: US Congressman
Rediff.com25 Apr 2023"China creeps towards hegemony in Asia, threatens India's borders, and treats other countries as junior partners, Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna said.
Hanuman Jayanti violence: Curfew relaxed, internet restored in Odisha town
Rediff.com23 Apr 2023Internet services were fully restored after 10 days, while the administration relaxed the curfew from 5 am to 8 pm, he said.
'Some steps' taken by China along LAC provocative: US
Rediff.com31 Mar 2023The report said that Indian officials believe China is trying to contain India by forcing it to divert more resources into defending simultaneously both its western border with Pakistan and eastern flank with China and by weakening its willingness and ability to challenge Chinese ambitions to dominate the region.
Ajay Banga poised to become World Bank chief unopposed
Rediff.com30 Mar 2023Indian-American business leader Ajay Banga is poised to become the next President of the World Bank after the nomination period closed and no country proposed an alternate candidate for the prestigious post. In February, President Joe Biden announced that the US would be nominating Banga to lead the World Bank because he is "well equipped" to lead the global institution at "this critical moment in history." The World Bank on Wednesday closed a month-long window for nominations for its next president, with no alternatives announced to 63-year-old Banga.
Ambanis Bring A Wow! Centre To Mumbai
Rediff.com29 Mar 2023Move over Sydney Opera House, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Mumbai has a new entertainment venue that will rival many a global address.