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Imran names US diplomat involved in 'conspiracy' to topple his govt

Imran names US diplomat involved in 'conspiracy' to topple his govt

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Pakistan's Opposition leaders have ridiculed Khan's allegation, and the US has dismissed it.

US-Russia sign landmark deal to cut N-warheads

US-Russia sign landmark deal to cut N-warheads

Rediff.com6 Jul 2009

United States President Barack Obama and his Russian counterpart Dmitry Medvedev on Monday signed a landmark deal in Moscow committing the two Cold War rivals to a new, legally binding arms-control treaty and resume military cooperation, as they promised to "reset" their damaged bilateral ties.

Goal post shifts for Indo-US nuclear deal

Goal post shifts for Indo-US nuclear deal

Rediff.com7 Jul 2007

The heart of the matter is that the Indo-US nuclear deal, unless it is closed now right now and on American terms, will soon need to be harmonised with the new Russian-American format and the international regime emanating out of it

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Although the credit for acquiring the technological skill must be given to India's outstanding nuclear scientists, the decision to go nuclear was a political one that entailed clarity of vision, courage and resolve, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Peaceful periphery is a prerequisite to growth

Peaceful periphery is a prerequisite to growth

Rediff.com4 May 2007

If our international institutions are not dealing successfully with the challenges of today, one reason is the fact that they no longer reflect current or emerging realities of power

'New Covid surge is a seasonal wave but spreads faster'

'New Covid surge is a seasonal wave but spreads faster'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

'Seek medical help if after five days of the first symptom the fever has not subsided.'

US must help ease Indo-Pak tensions: Congressman

US must help ease Indo-Pak tensions: Congressman

Rediff.com1 Dec 2009

An influential American senator has said there is a need to bring India into a regional alliance with Pakistan, given that Islamabad is not able to come out with its cold-war mentality as it still considers New Delhi as a primary adversary.

Sonia ready to discuss Volcker but not Mitrokhin

Sonia ready to discuss Volcker but not Mitrokhin

Rediff.com25 Nov 2005

She has slammed the Opposition for disrupting Parliament.

Russia to suspend arms cut treaty with West

Russia to suspend arms cut treaty with West

Rediff.com30 Nov 2007

The Russian Foreign Ministry said the upcoming moratorium does not stipulate permanent withdrawal from the CFE Treaty, adding that Russia will resume its obligations as soon as NATO countries ratify the adapted version.

Pak PM Imran Khan set to meet Putin within hours of Ukraine attack

Pak PM Imran Khan set to meet Putin within hours of Ukraine attack

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday began his engagements in Moscow by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and is scheduled to meet Vladimir Putin, hours after the Russian president ordered a special military operation in eastern Ukraine, ignoring last-minute appeals and warnings from the West.

China's aggressive action forced India's 'wild card' entry to Quad: Pompeo

China's aggressive action forced India's 'wild card' entry to Quad: Pompeo

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

Pompeo explains how the Donald Trump administration succeeded in bringing India on board the Quad grouping.

Putin oversees nuclear drills, says 'ready to use all means'

Putin oversees nuclear drills, says 'ready to use all means'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday monitored drills of the country's strategic nuclear forces involving multiple practice launches of ballistic and cruise missiles, the Kremlin said.

'India is watching China with a close eye'

'India is watching China with a close eye'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2007

'I don't think the Indo-US relationship can be built on the principle that India is going to be, essentially, a piece of American strategy involving China,' feels foreign policy expert Rajan Menon.

Can the US escape from Empire?

Can the US escape from Empire?

Rediff.com9 May 2007

'America's latest post-Cold War tryst with neo-con global political evangelism in Iraq is nearing the end of the trail.'

Rowing couples don't speak for 10 days a year

Rowing couples don't speak for 10 days a year

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

An average married couple has two arguments a week, which result in the "silent treatment" for two hours and 14 minutes each time, a new UK poll has shown.

Important Takeaways from Biden-Putin summit

Important Takeaways from Biden-Putin summit

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

The summit probably fulfilled the expectations on both sides, but the bar of expectations was intentionally kept low, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Amitabh, SRK patch up?

Amitabh, SRK patch up?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

On Wednesday night, Bachchan visited SRK at his home, Mannat, in Mumbai's suburban Bandra. Shah Rukh had undergone a surgery on Monday, and was discharged the next day.

US finalises design for new N-warheads

US finalises design for new N-warheads

Rediff.com3 Mar 2007

The new warhead, due to be operational in five years' time, will be used to replace Trident missiles on submarines.

Will Samsung continue to rule global electronics industry?

Will Samsung continue to rule global electronics industry?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

History of electronics indicates that no company, nor any nation for that matter, has been able to cement pole position and maintain it through several cycles. he death of its iconic promoter, Lee Kun-hee, raises questions over how long the chaebol can maintain its gigantic footprint in the global electronics industry, says Devangshu Datta.

Russia snubs India, sends troops for drills with Pakistan

Russia snubs India, sends troops for drills with Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

In an apparent snub to India, a Russian ground forces contingent on Friday arrived in Pakistan to participate in the first-ever joint military exercises starting from Saturday.

Kissinger used racist, misogynist language for then PM Indira Gandhi

Kissinger used racist, misogynist language for then PM Indira Gandhi

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Speaking about the issue in India in March 2012 at a media conclave, Kissinger defended his use of unparliamentary language while referring to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

China flexes its missile muscle

China flexes its missile muscle

Rediff.com19 Jan 2007

The successful test -- a first -- has alarmed America.

The Best Weapon To Deal With China Is...

The Best Weapon To Deal With China Is...

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

If you are serious about countering the Chinese threat, then the best weapon is investing in real freedom, plurality, elections and democracy. Unfortunately, it isn't an approach all Indians currently seem to agree on, asserts Shyam G Menon.

Bobby Fischer fact file

Bobby Fischer fact file

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

The American-born chess ace, who settled in Iceland in 2005 and was later granted Icelandic citizenship, died of an unspecified illness at the age of 64.

Is there a future for bond funds?

Is there a future for bond funds?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2006

Bonds funds enjoy lower tax vis--vis the Bank FDs (and no hassles of TDS too) and hence can be a better option for people in the higher tax-brackets.

Why the nuclear deal is important

Why the nuclear deal is important

Rediff.com7 Dec 2006

'Even China and Russia would not challenge the technology apartheid unless India was able to enhance its relationship with the United States.'

Russia threatens to take out US bases in Europe

Russia threatens to take out US bases in Europe

Rediff.com18 Dec 2007

A general in-charge of Russia's ballistic arsenal has said that the military could target the bases in Poland and the Czech Republic which will host the missile-interceptor shield if America insists on building them, The Daily Telegraph reported on Tuesday.

Can Modi 3.0 Beat The 3 Cs Trap?

Can Modi 3.0 Beat The 3 Cs Trap?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

'Don't be surprised if the Census forms come with a caste box.' 'I will be surprised if it doesn't. It will be a point conceded to Rahul Gandhi and his allies,' asserts Shekhar Gupta. The BJP machine could take all 3 in its stride, but this election has changed that, notes Shekhar Gupta.

West didn't supply weapons: Jaishankar on India-Russia relations

West didn't supply weapons: Jaishankar on India-Russia relations

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Jaishankar said that India and Russia have a long-standing relationship that has certainly served New Delhi's interests well.

'Diplomacy without economic inputs meaningless'

'Diplomacy without economic inputs meaningless'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2006

Baru, who has held top editorial positions in several dailies, said trade creates greater security through interdependence and prosperity is a necessary condition for power.

Is SRK the most unpopular star in the industry?

Is SRK the most unpopular star in the industry?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

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'Russia testing  secret weapons'

'Russia testing secret weapons'

Rediff.com4 May 2005

Russia would remain militarily strong thanks to new technology and modern weapons, and not the number of its soldiers, said Defence Minister Sergei Ivanov.

'Replacing Shinde Saheb is not easy'

'Replacing Shinde Saheb is not easy'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

'The BJP should not treat Shinde saheb as a lightweight.'

'My administration fixed rift between US, India'

'My administration fixed rift between US, India'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

Bill Clinton was speaking to over 3,000 Indian-American Telugus, who had gathered in the cavernous ballroom of the Washington Convention Center and who gave him a sustained standing ovation at the beginning and end of his remarks.

Bihar govt transfers over 100 bureaucrats amid political turmoil

Bihar govt transfers over 100 bureaucrats amid political turmoil

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The transferred officers included 22 IAS, 79 IPS, 45 Bihar Administrative Service officers

Border peace not whole story of ties: Chinese envoy

Border peace not whole story of ties: Chinese envoy

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong has said peace and tranquility in the border areas with India is important but it is not the "whole story" of the bilateral relations and that the current status of the ties is obviously not in the fundamental interest of either side, remarks that came amid the Ladakh military standoff.

Canadian spy agency was slow to trail suspect

Canadian spy agency was slow to trail suspect

Rediff.com25 May 2007

The problem, according to Kobzey, was that the Canadian Security and Intelligence Services (CSIS) just did not have enough people to trail everyone that investigators wanted to follow.