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Rubio makes U-turn on Trump's 'run Venezuela' remark

Rubio makes U-turn on Trump's 'run Venezuela' remark

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

He added that current measures, including an oil quarantine and large naval deployments, are aimed at pressuring the Venezuelan regime.

'Do I get credit for it?': Trump on India-Pak truce claim

'Do I get credit for it?': Trump on India-Pak truce claim

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Since May 10, when Trump announced on social media that India and Pakistan had agreed to a "full and immediate" ceasefire after a "long night" of talks mediated by Washington, he has repeated his claim over 70 times that he ended the conflict between India and Pakistan.

'Trump risks becoming the President who lost India'

'Trump risks becoming the President who lost India'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The US Representative criticised the administration's new USD 100,000 fee on H-1B visas, observing that Indians hold 70 per cent of these visas and saying the change directly harms workers who have long supported US innovation across technology, science and medicine.

China sanctions 20 US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales

China sanctions 20 US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

China has imposed sanctions on 20 US defence firms in response to the Trump administration's approval of a record USD 11.1 billion arms sales package to Taiwan.

'Only way to stop US...': Russian MP issues nuclear threat

'Only way to stop US...': Russian MP issues nuclear threat

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Following the seizure, Moscow issued a strong condemnation asserting that no country has the right to use force against vessels lawfully registered under another state's jurisdiction, particularly on the high seas.

Trump backs bill to 'punish' countries buying Russian oil

Trump backs bill to 'punish' countries buying Russian oil

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

United States President Donald Trump has backed a sanctions bill that could impose 500 per cent tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, giving the White House leverage against countries like China and India to stop them from purchasing cheap oil from Moscow.

Rahul Or Pant? India Face Tricky ODI Selection Dilemma

Rahul Or Pant? India Face Tricky ODI Selection Dilemma

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Rishabh Pant's place in the playing eleven is far from guaranteed, while Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy are locked in a tight contest for the additional all-rounder's slot as India confront several selection dilemmas ahead of the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi.

US warns Beijing as Chinese vessels encircle Taiwan

US warns Beijing as Chinese vessels encircle Taiwan

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The United States has warned China against escalating tensions as Taiwan detected multiple Chinese naval vessels, official ships and balloons operating around the island amid Beijing's large-scale live-fire military drills.

Piyush Goyal to lead team to Washington for trade talks

Piyush Goyal to lead team to Washington for trade talks

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will lead a team of senior Indian officials to Washington starting May 16 for discussions with their US counterparts on the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA), an official said on Tuesday. Goyal is expected to hold meetings with US Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick during his visit.

US Justice dept restores Trump's removed photo to Epstein files

US Justice dept restores Trump's removed photo to Epstein files

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

At least 16 files released in the batch of Jeffrey Epstein documents appeared to have been removed from the website, as of Sunday morning (local time).

Why 2026 Is Crucial Year For India's Military

Why 2026 Is Crucial Year For India's Military

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'The tools of warfare are changing. The MoD must deepen its engagement with technology thinkers that can present compelling visions of where warfare may be heading.'

US ATTACKS VENEZUELA, CAPTURES PRESIDENT MADURO

US ATTACKS VENEZUELA, CAPTURES PRESIDENT MADURO

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

President of the United States Donald Trump on Saturday confirmed that the US had carried out a large strike against Venezuela during which the incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were captured and taken out of the country.

Trump show from start to finish at World Cup 2026 draw

Trump show from start to finish at World Cup 2026 draw

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

US President Donald Trump, who has campaigned aggressively this year for a Nobel Peace Prize, was given FIFA's inaugural peace prize for his efforts to promote dialogue and de-escalation in some of the world's biggest hotspots.

Trump 'extremely frustrated' with Russia, Ukraine: White House

Trump 'extremely frustrated' with Russia, Ukraine: White House

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

The White House on Thursday stated that United States President Donald Trump is 'extremely frustrated' with both Russia and Ukraine over the slow progress toward ending the ongoing war and is unwilling to engage in 'meetings just for the sake of meeting'.

'I know what's going wrong': SKY opens up on form slump

'I know what's going wrong': SKY opens up on form slump

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav acknowledged his recent lean patch and expressed confidence in returning to form ahead of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup.

Iran says forces ready for war; accuses US, Israel of stoking unrest

Iran says forces ready for war; accuses US, Israel of stoking unrest

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Baghaei also alleged that recent unrest in Iran was fuelled by foreign interference, claiming riots were triggered by "very evident" interventionist remarks by US and Israeli officials.

1st ODI PIX: Kohli misses ton but powers India to victory

1st ODI PIX: Kohli misses ton but powers India to victory

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

IMAGES from the first ODI played between India and New Zealand in Vadodara on Sunday

US is 'real United Nations,' says Trump after brokering ceasefires

US is 'real United Nations,' says Trump after brokering ceasefires

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Former President Donald Trump claims the United States has become the 'real United Nations' due to its role in resolving global conflicts, criticizing the UN's lack of involvement. He cites brokering a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia as an example.

Local left-armers throng India's nets in Vizag!

Local left-armers throng India's nets in Vizag!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Team India on Friday went through an optional net session in Visakhapatnam on Friday with Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar and Tilak Varma sweating it out under lights ahead of the ODI series decider against South Africa.

PIX: Kohli offers prayers at Simhachalam temple

PIX: Kohli offers prayers at Simhachalam temple

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Later, priests honoured the visitors with the temple's Shesha Vasthram (sacred cloth) and presented them with the deity's portrait and prasadam on behalf of the Devasthanam.

Axar Patel ruled out of SA T20Is, Shahbaz called up

Axar Patel ruled out of SA T20Is, Shahbaz called up

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

India all-rounder Axar Patel was on Monday ruled out of the remaining two T20 Internationals against South Africa due to illness with the BCCI's selection committee naming Shahbaz Ahmed as his replacement.

VHT: Padikkal hits 4th ton as Karnataka drub Tripura

VHT: Padikkal hits 4th ton as Karnataka drub Tripura

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Padikkal's fourth VHT ton this season powers Karnataka to big win vs Tripura

Top seeds to be kept apart in FIFA World Cup '26 draw

Top seeds to be kept apart in FIFA World Cup '26 draw

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Spain cannot meet Argentina and France will not face England before the World Cup final - provided they win their groups - after FIFA on Tuesday announced the draw procedure.

How India's Turning Pitch Gamble Backfired

How India's Turning Pitch Gamble Backfired

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

India head coach Gautam Gambhir mounted a strong defence of the tough Eden Gardens pitch despite losing to South Africa in the first Test.

The Secret US Hand In 1962 War

The Secret US Hand In 1962 War

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

India emerged from the war militarily bruised and strategically altered. The United States, under the guise of friendship, had succeeded in achieving what open alignment never could: The psychological and political repositioning of India within the Cold War order, points out Dr Kumar.

Pant in danger? Selectors face tough ODI dilemma

Pant in danger? Selectors face tough ODI dilemma

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

The Indian selectors will be announcing the team for the three-match ODI series against the Black Caps, starting January 11 in Vadodara and there have been speculations about whether Pant can hold on to his place in the squad.

India-Russia ties aim at national interests, not against anyone: Putin

India-Russia ties aim at national interests, not against anyone: Putin

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

In the context of India's energy ties with Russia, Putin said certain "actors" dislike New Delhi's growing role in international markets in view of its close relations with Moscow and these elements are aiming to constrain India's influence for political reasons by imposing "artificial obstacles".

Left parties: US attack on Venezuela 'act of international terrorism'

Left parties: US attack on Venezuela 'act of international terrorism'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Left parties on Saturday denounced the United States for attacking Venezuela and capturing its President Nicholas Maduro, with Communist Party of India-Marxist general secretary M A Baby terming the nighttime military action an 'act of international terrorism by US-led imperialism'.

England start World Cup quest against familiar foe Croatia

England start World Cup quest against familiar foe Croatia

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

England will begin their World Cup quest next June against a very familiar foe with seasoned tournament regulars Croatia the first hurdle for Thomas Tuchel's highly-fancied team.

'You Will Notice Two Virat Kohlis...'

'You Will Notice Two Virat Kohlis...'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'One who was aggressive in the Powerplay, and the other after the Powerplay when wickets were falling he turned into an adamant batter, who batted sensibly and was not ready to give away his wicket.'

Roads in Telangana to be named after Trump, Google

Roads in Telangana to be named after Trump, Google

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

The Telangana government plans to name a road after Ratan Tata. Other roads may be named after Google, Microsoft and Wipro.

30 Indians living illegally in US arrested by border patrol agents

30 Indians living illegally in US arrested by border patrol agents

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

US border patrol agents have arrested 30 Indian nationals, living illegally in America, operating semitrucks with commercial driver's licenses. The arrests were part of a larger operation targeting illegal immigrants operating commercial vehicles.

K L Rahul Ends India's Epic Toss Jinx!

K L Rahul Ends India's Epic Toss Jinx!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Captain K L Rahul broke India's infamous toss jinx on Saturday as the hosts won the coin flip for the first time in 21 ODIs.

'Venezuela's Current Leaders Gave Maduro As A Trophy To Trump'

'Venezuela's Current Leaders Gave Maduro As A Trophy To Trump'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'Trump had done a deal with the current regime minus Maduro. The current regime is giving Trump entry into Venezuelan oil. They are obeying him and doing whatever he says.' 'They are happy because they have saved their heads by sacrificing only two, Maduro and his wife. Thousands of Venezuelan military leaders would have been jailed or killed in American action had Maduro stayed in power.'

Bengaluru-born is Apple's new boss of AI

Bengaluru-born is Apple's new boss of AI

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Amar Subramanya's appointment comes as John Giannandrea, Apple's senior vice-president for machine learning and AI Strategy, prepares to step down, transitioning to an advisory role before retiring in spring 2026.

NIA court orders to attach land of US-based Kashmiri lobbyist

NIA court orders to attach land of US-based Kashmiri lobbyist

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

A special NIA court in Jammu and Kashmir has ordered the immediate attachment of land belonging to Ghulam Nabi Fai, a US-based Kashmiri lobbyist and convicted agent of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

'You know the list': Trump repeats India-Pak truce claim

'You know the list': Trump repeats India-Pak truce claim

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Trump repeated the claim during a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office in the White House with visiting Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman.

India bank on Kohli-Rohit magic to seal ODI series

India bank on Kohli-Rohit magic to seal ODI series

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

A record-extending 52nd ODI century by Virat Kohli and a rapid 57 from Rohit Sharma paved the way for India's victory in the series-opener in Ranchi.

Beat the heat! 2026 World Cup to have hydration breaks

Beat the heat! 2026 World Cup to have hydration breaks

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

World Cup matches to have mandatory hydration breaks in each half

Almost There: India, US Set to Seal Trade Deal

Almost There: India, US Set to Seal Trade Deal

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'We are now awaiting a response from the US; they have to get back to us.'