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| November 30, 2009 | |
'Obama has real regard for the vitality of Indian Americans' Paresh Gandhi
For the eclectic mix of India Americans -- from senior White House officials to politicians and community activists to medical professionals -- invited to the first state dinner hosted by the Obamas in honour of Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh and his wife Gursharan Kaur, it was a 'memorable' and a 'magical evening' full of fun and great entertainment that would be forever etched in their memory, reports Aziz Hanniffa.
Violence marks Telangana shut down SnapsIndia
Sporadic incidents of violence and suicide by at least three activists marred the Telangana Bandh called by Telangana Rashtra Samiti (TRS) on Monday to protest against the arrest of its president, K Chandrasekhara Rao and police cane charge on students in Hyderabad on Sunday.
Rajiv Gandhi government wanted to appease Muslims Rediff Archive
'The Congress and the BJP are both pro-foreign and pro-rich. They should merge. They are not allowing space to pro-poor voices. If you do this, you are leading people to anarchist forces.'
'For managing internal security, the Centre has a budget of Rs 30,000 crores' Reuters
'Their Maoism is a facade only to become leaders in society,' argues former IPS officer Mahendra Kumawat, who has extensively dealt with Naxalites.
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| November 27, 2009 | |
Last year alone, 8750 tonnes of plastic was deposited there! Sreeram Selvaraj
Sabarimala, one of the most important pilgrimage centres in the country, is facing a plastic threat. Shobha Warrier profiles a devotee who is combating the menace.
Sonia to decide on Andhra CLP leader Snapsindia
The Andhra Pradesh Congress legislature committee unanimously passed a resolution on Friday, requesting Congress president Sonia Gandhi to choose the Congress Legislature Party leader. The resolution, moved by Kadapa member of Parliament YS Jaganmohan Reddy, was supported by 150 Members of the Legislative Assembly and 49 Members of Legislative Council.
Memorable Feat, Forgotten Hero Uttam Ghosh
Has Tukaram Omble already been forgotten? Harish Kotian located the spot where the brave police officer laid down his life, almost isolated during the anniversary of the Mumbai terror attacks.
When time stood still at CST Sanjay Sawant
A year after November 26, 2008, as the clock struck 9.44 pm again, rediff.com correspondent Prasanna D Zore and photographer Sanjay Sawant spend some time at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus to find that nothing much has changed as far as securing the station is concerned.
'We are with you Mumbai!' Rajesh Karkera
Rediff.com journalists Vaihayasi Pande Daniel and Rajesh Karkera attend an emotionally-charged ceremony marking the killing of Jewish Rabbi Gavriel and his wife Rivka Holtzberg in the attack on Chabad House during the 26/11 carnage. They also attend a parallel ceremony, mourning slain NSG commando Gajendra Singh.
India is more than a second home to him Helen Connolly
The 26/11 attacks helped meditation guru Master Charles find the strong core of inner peace.
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| November 25, 2009 | |
'26/11 was like shade on a sunny day' Courtesy, Helen Connolly
'My whole family has been reshaped and refined by the experience. Gratitude is my daily companion for the magic and mystery of life," says Helen Connolly, a Canadian yoga teacher who survived the 26/11 horror.
Citizen Initiative Launched Uday Kuckien
United Force of India -- a citizen initiative to bring the youth of the country on a common platform -- was launched at the Police Gymkhana, Marine Lines in Mumbai. Smita Salaskar, wife of slain Inspector Vijay Salaskar, who fell to terrorists' bullets during the last year terror attack, was the guest of honour.
For PM, Obama served up a mix of politics and business Reuters
The governmental/administration names on both sides of the table are no-brainers that requite little elaboration. It is on the political side that Obama sprang a few surprises.
How the NSG has changed after 26/11 Sondeep Shankar
National Security Guard Director General N P S Aulakh on how the NSG has changed after 26/11.
Obama throws a party for Dr Singh Reuters
Barack Obama hosted the first state dinner of his presidency for Dr. Singh at the White House on Tuesday night.
26/11 carnage ended a 25-year-old dream
Juergen and Daphne Schmidt had planned a trip to India -- an exciting, hectic trip that was to end with a dinner at the Leopold cafe in Mumbai.
In memory of the Holtzbergs
Voices from a memorial ceremony in New York for Rabbi Gavriel Holtzberg and his wife Rivika who were killed in the terror attacks.
Obama hails 'friendship between a President and a PM' Reuters
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday night arrived at the White House to attend the state dinner hosted by US President Barack Obama.
'Safe havens of terrorists must be eliminated' Paresh Gandhi
Mounting pressure on Pakistan, the United States on Wednesday joined India in underscoring the 'absolute imperative' to bring to justice the perpetrators of Mumbai attacks and underlining the need for 'resolute and credible steps' to eliminate 'safe havens' in Pakistan and Afghanistan which undermine the security and stability around the world.
Rise of India has been meteoric, says Biden Paresh Gandhi
Noting that the Indo-US nuclear deal was a major step forward in strengthening relationship between the two countries, United States Vice President Joe Biden on Tuesday termed 'meteoric' the rise of India as a global leader.
Those behind 26/11 must be punished: Obama
The two leaders agreed that resolute and credible steps must be taken to eliminate safe havens and sanctuaries that provide shelter to terrorists and their activities. These undermine security and stability in the region and around the world.
India, US have a common stake in peace: PM SnapsIndia
We are ready for an intense and wide-ranging cooperative engagement in all areas of human endeavour," Dr Singh said in his address at the luncheon hosted by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at the Foggy Bottom headquarters of the State Department.
'This is a promising moment for India and US'
"President Obama, Vice President Biden, and I are committed to making the most of this promising moment by deepening the areas of cooperation that exist between India and the United States," Hillary said.
'The real experience of terror is a story seldom heard by anyone' Digvijay Purohit
'Whether the person who was held a hostage and was not harmed or it was a person who had lost a friend or were made to watch the murder of others, there was no call for revenge,' says Victoria Pitt, the writer and director of Secrets of the Dead: Mumbai Massacre.
Power, politics dazzle Obama's state dinner SnapsIndia
Scores of Indian American politicians, administration officials, media personalities and activists were among the 320 guests at the first state dinner of the Barack Obama presidency in honour of Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh and Mrs Gurcharan Kaur.
Mumbai police get a martyrs' memorial
Says Additional Commissioner of Police Deven Bharti: "In the last one year a lot has changed in the Mumbai police. We are now mentally prepared, physically well-equipped and logistically superior than before to face any kind of terrorism."
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| November 23, 2009 | |
'I could have saved the mother' Vaihayasi Pande Daniel
rediff.com's Vaihayasi P Daniel traveled to the small Israeli town of Afula and discovered that Sandra Samuel, the heroine of 26/11, is still a mother to baby Moshe.
The man who escaped the terrorists twice on 26/11 Rediff Archive
'I constantly think of how I only just barely escaped. But it bothers me that I could not do anything. Although I did have the daring to ask them who they were,' remembers Bharat Tamore.
Ceremonious, colourful welcome for Dr Singh in US Paresh Gandhi
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is visiting Washington, DC on a four-day State Visit at the invitation of United States President Barack Obama.
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| November 22, 2009 | |
Sachin never helped Marathis: Sena Rediff Archive
Continuing its attack on Sachin Tendulkar, the Shiv Sena on Sunday said there was no instance of him helping any Marathi cricketer while Sunil Gavaskar was a "genuine Maharashtrian" and had given Test caps to many players from the state during his tenure as India captain.
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| November 20, 2009 | |
'Spraying gas would have killed more people' Reuters
The elite NSG was under pressure to use gas to neutralise the terrorists, but the idea was shot down.
The ways Jagan promoted himself SnapsIndia
Congress MP from Kadapah Y S Jaganmohan Reddy made his debut as the party's star campaigner for the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation elections.
Is there a high alert along Gujarat's coast? Sanjay Sawant
How the the Border Security Force, the Coast Guard, the Navy and the marine police in Gujarat is maintaining a day-night vigil to protect India's western coast.
'In depths of such horror, some brilliant humanity stood out' Courtesy Helen Connolly
A year after 26/11, Helen Connolly, a yoga instructor from Canada, remembers her friends who died, describes her own healing and chronicles the light that shone through that horror.
'People will forget even 26/11 some day' Reuters
In a week it will be a year since the 26/11 terror attacks convulsed Mumbai, but for the survivors the blood-curdling moments of their lives are etched in their minds forever.
Rana ran a flourishing immigration business
Before he became a diplomatic concern, Rana advertised himself as a 'world-famous immigration consultant'.
Meet Van Rompuy, Europe's new President
Belgian Prime Minister Herman Van Rompuy has been elected as the first President of the European Union, while Britain's European Trade Commissioner, Baroness Ashton, is the new Foreign Minister of the council.
America's biggest political scam is back in news
Forensic investigators have now been called in to investigate exactly what Nixon knew about the Watergate break-in, particularly the extent of his knowledge of the raids on the Democratic National Committee's offices in Washington.
No compensation for 26/11 cab owners Satish Bodas
'I am glad my driver's wife got compensation, but am I not entitled to anything? I have been running around for succour but have not received even sympathy.'
Close to signing nuclear deal with India: Canadian PM Ajit Jain
In an exclusive interview with Ajit Jain, rediff India Abroad Managing Editor, Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, who recently completed his maiden visit to India, reveals that the two countries are very close to signing a nuclear agreement.
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| November 19, 2009 | |
Karzai starts second innings as Afghan Prez Reuters
Karzai was administered the oath of office by the head of Supreme Court Abdul Salam Azmi at a grand ceremony at the presidential palace.
Jews begin long road to recovery in Mumbai Uttam Ghosh
A year after terror ripped apart Chabad House, Matthew Schneeberger walks down the lanes of Nariman House to gauge the mood at the Jewish centre.
'People just don't care about 26/11' Rajesh Karkera
'The day after the attack, people were roaming this area, dressed like they were going to a party!" says an angry man who lost his brother that day.
'Where will we end this cycle of violence?' Reuters
Mahendra Kumawat has a lifetime experience of dealing with Maoists, terrorists and other militancy.
Capturing 26/11 on celluloid Sanjay Sawant
Terror in Mumbai premieres on November 19; Mumbai Massacre on November 25. Both documentaries will be shown worldwide.
India honours Sheikh Hasina with Indira Peace Prize
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been chosen for the prestigious Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development this year for her "outstanding contribution to the promotion of democracy and pluralism".
Karzai sworn in for 2nd term as Afghan President Reuters
51-year-old Karzai was administered oath of office by the head of the Supreme Court, Abdul Salam Azmi, at a grand ceremony at the heavily fortified Presidential Palace in the presence of 800 guests, including External Affairs Minister S M Krishna and US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
B'desh SC sends Mujib's killers to the gallows
Thirty-four years after Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was assassinated in a coup, the country's Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the death sentence on five of his killers, paving the way for their walk to the gallows after a trial that dragged on for 13 years. The five are among the 12 sacked Army officers, convicted for the 1975 killing, by the court.
'Poor tribal' Koda is officially worth Rs 98 lakh
In 2005, Koda had movable assets worth Rs 13 lakh, and by 2009, they rose to over Rs 94 lakh. His immovable assets also doubled to over Rs four lakh during this period. These disclosures were made by Koda himself -- first in the affidavit he filed with the Election Commission at the time of contesting the assembly elections in 2005 and then earlier this year when he fought the Lok Sabha polls.
'India need not worry about US-China ties' Reuters
"I don't think there needs to be any concern in India about what the president said in China. We have very important relations with China. But we have equally important relations with India," the Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, Robert Blake, told media persons at a news briefing.
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| November 18, 2009 | |
AMU: In the middle of a crisis
What plagues the Aligarh Muslim University? Armed with historical facts, Dr Mohammad Sajjad lists the likely reasons for the recurring turmoil in one of India's oldest educational institutions.
Obama to host a state dinner for Manmohan Singh Reuters
Obama's invitation to Dr Singh is a reflection of the personal admiration of Manmohan Singh by him.
Priceless Indian necklace returns home
A 19th century necklace belonging to the great Sikh ruler Ranjit Singh's wife will finally return to Punjab.
AMU: In the middle of a crisis
What plagues the Aligarh Muslim University? Armed with historical facts, Dr Mohammad Sajjad lists the likely reasons for the recurring turmoil in one of India's oldest educational institutions.
Canadian PM visits Rajghat Ajit Jain
Prime Minister Stephen Harper and his wife Laureen visited Rajghat in New Delhi where they laid a wreath on Mahatma Gandhi's memorial.
Obama at the Great Wall of China Reuters
Barack Obama tours Badaling section of the Great Wall on the outskirts of Beijing on Wednesday.
Chargesheet filed against Raj Thackeray for assaulting North Indians Sahil Salvi
The Mumbai police filed a 73-page charge sheet in a local court against Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray and 20 others for rioting and assault on North Indians appearing for a Railway recruitment examination in Mumbai in 2008.
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| November 17, 2009 | |
For 1984 riot victims, peace is still elusive
An excerpt from journalist Jarnail Singh's book I Accuse The Anti-Sikh Violence of 1984.
Mumbai police taking no chances Rediff Archive
Warning that the terrorists are educated and sophisticated, Mumbai Police Commissioner D Sivanandan said the city police have many quick-response teams ready to thwart another 26/11-style terror attack.
A leopard's majesty Ajith Huilgol
Ajith Huilgol won a runner-up award at the UK-based Veolia Environment Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition 2009.
Obama, Hu discuss Indo-Pak ties, Dalai Lama Reuters
A"We did note that while we recognise that Tibet is part of the People's Republic of China, the United States supports the early resumption of dialogue between the Dalai Lama's representatives and Beijing," Obama said after his meeting with Chinese counterpart Hu Jintao in Beijing.
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| November 15, 2009 | |
Meira praises Indian MPs at New York lecture Jay Mandal
Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar paid tribute to the members of the lower house of the Parliament at a lecture in New York, saying they are "very well-behaved" and were always keen to help finish the business of the house.
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| November 11, 2009 | |
Azmi's remarks angers Shiv Sainiks Sahil Salvi
Scores of Shiv Sainiks on Wednesday intensified their stir against Samajwadi Party legislator Abu Asim Azmi by courting arrest outside the Maharashtra legislative assembly.
'I did not go in for a medal' A Ganesh Nadar
Ganesh Nadar tracks down four Mumbai police officers who confronted the terrorists on 26/11, but whose bravery that night has gone unnoticed or unrewarded.
Cyclone Phyan brings rain to Mumbai Sahil Salvi
Cyclone Phyan might not hit Mumbai directly, though the metropolis will feel its impact due to extremely heavy rainfall.
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| November 10, 2009 | |
It's a propaganda war in South Waziristan Reuters
'There are no links between India and the Taliban. Even if India supports militancy, it is not foolish enough to leave evidence.'
'Deoband rally was simply a show of strength'
The men sitting around me -- dressed, like the rest of the crowd, in white kurta-pyjama, and sporting unkempt beards and white skull-caps -- enthusiastically shook their heads in agreement. Like the maulvi-poet, they laboured under the burden of being forced to prove their patriotism, their anti-Pakistani credentials, and their opposition to terrorism -- an unenviable predicament they were compelled to share with the rest of their co-religionists.
Arunachal bars media from covering Dalai Lama visit Reuters
With his remarks on China making waves, the local administration has restrained the media from going anywhere near the Dalai Lama during his current visit to Arunachal Pradesh.
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| November 08, 2009 | |
Basking in India's hospitality Reuters
Braving the winter chill, thousands of Tibetans and locals lined up along the roads leading to the Tawang monastery on Sunday and gave a rousing reception to the Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, who arrived in town on a four-day visit.
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| November 06, 2009 | |
Why Shobha could be Yeddyurappa's nemesis Photograph courtesy: Daijiworld
Yeddyurappa will have to take one of the hardest decisions of his political career when he drops Shobha from the ministry in order to save his chair.
'Locals risk retribution in the war against Maoists' Reuters
'While senior officials have been saying the right thing, the real test is what happens on the ground. The government needs to send a strong message to Operation Green Hunt forces that human rights violations will not be tolerated and prosecute those responsible for past abuses.'
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| November 04, 2009 | |
A spiritual retreat Hitesh Harisinghani
Spiritual Guru Sri Sathya Sai Baba was in Mumbai on a three-day visit from October 31 to November 2.
Captured in the wild
Rediff.com brings before you award-winning photos.
Lashkar was targeting National Defence College in New Delhi: FBI
David Coleman Headley and Tahawwur Hussain Rana, arrested last month by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, were part of a Lashkar-e-Tayiba plan of a major terror attack on the facilities of a Danish newspaper and the National Defence College in India, federal prosecutors have said.
India lax in obstetric care: Human Rights Watch Reuters
India is falling behind other countries in meeting international commitments to improve obstetric care because it does not adequately monitor deaths and injuries in the critical period following childbirth, Human Rights Watch has said.
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