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'India, US Close To Framework Deal'

'India, US Close To Framework Deal'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

'...but I would not like to put a timeline to it'

UNSC approves Trump's Gaza peace plan

UNSC approves Trump's Gaza peace plan

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The United Nations Security Council has adopted a draft resolution endorsing United States President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan and authorising the establishment of an international stabilisation force in the enclave, with the American leader describing it as a 'moment of true historic proportion'.

Spies, Biryani, Indira Gandhi In Georgia

Spies, Biryani, Indira Gandhi In Georgia

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

We were talking to a real-life spy!! Wow!

India to cut direct Russian crude imports from December

India to cut direct Russian crude imports from December

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

India is set to reduce its direct imports of Russian crude from late November, following new US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, effective November 21.

Jolt to Ukraine peace as Putin-Trump meet likely to be stalled

Jolt to Ukraine peace as Putin-Trump meet likely to be stalled

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

This comes despite Russia on Monday stating that Lavrov and Rubio held a "constructive" conversation as part of preparations for the meeting between their two presidents in Budapest, Hungary, Russian media has reported.

India's Russian oil import rebounds in Oct after dip in Q2

India's Russian oil import rebounds in Oct after dip in Q2

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

India's crude oil imports from Russia strengthened in the first half of October, reversing a three-month slide in arrivals seen during July-September as refineries were back on full stream to meet festive demand, according to ship tracking data.

7 Nations That Trust Their Government The Most

7 Nations That Trust Their Government The Most

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

In which countries are trust levels in the government highest? The results of the Edelman Trust Barometer, based on a survey done in 2024, might surprise you.

Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine will destroy ties, Putin warns Trump

Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine will destroy ties, Putin warns Trump

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

In an interview with Russian journalist Pavel Zarubin on Saturday, Putin said that such a move by Trump would "lead to the destruction of our relations. At least the positive tendencies that have appeared in these relations."

Putin's India visit: Rahul takes 'insecurity' jab at Centre

Putin's India visit: Rahul takes 'insecurity' jab at Centre

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleges the government discourages foreign dignitaries from meeting the Leader of the Opposition due to insecurity, breaking established traditions.

Sensex pares gains on profit-booking; ends up 130 pts

Sensex pares gains on profit-booking; ends up 130 pts

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

From the Sensex firms, Infosys climbed 3.86 per cent. HCL Tech, Tata Consultancy Services, Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Titan and Tech Mahindra were also among the gainers. However, Eternal, UltraTech Cement, Bharti Airtel and Adani Ports were among the laggards.

SC reprimands Israeli businessman seeking to halt repatriation of daughters

SC reprimands Israeli businessman seeking to halt repatriation of daughters

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court reprimanded an Israeli businessman residing in India, questioning his presence in Goa while seeking to halt the repatriation of his two daughters and their Russian mother, who were rescued from a Karnataka forest.

Users can delete Sanchar Saathi, registration optional: Govt

Users can delete Sanchar Saathi, registration optional: Govt

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Days after his ministry told smartphone makers to preload a state-run cybersecurity app on all new devices, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said users are free to delete the Sanchar Saathi app, and it will remain dormant till they register on it.

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.

'India is mostly with...': Zelensky reacts after Trump's rant

'India is mostly with...': Zelensky reacts after Trump's rant

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

The Ukrainian President's remarks come amid US President Donald Trump's criticism of India and China, labelling the countries as "primary funders" of the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Don't buy Russian oil, impose tariff on China: Trump to NATO

Don't buy Russian oil, impose tariff on China: Trump to NATO

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Trump's post on Truth Social comes a day after the US asked G7 countries to impose tariffs on countries purchasing oil from Russia.

India calls for ceasefire, hostage release; hails Gaza peace plan

India calls for ceasefire, hostage release; hails Gaza peace plan

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

India has called for a ceasefire, release of all hostages, and peaceful resolution of the Israel-Hamas conflict through dialogue and diplomacy. The Centre informed Parliament that India welcomed the agreement on the first phase of the Gaza Peace Plan. The article also covers India's energy sourcing strategy and the release of Indian fishermen by Pakistan.

The Salil Chowdhury You Never Knew

The Salil Chowdhury You Never Knew

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'At a time when there was little awareness of world music, playing western tunes on eastern instruments like the flute and the dholak, blending vocal polyphony with Indian folk and contemporary styles, Salilkaku created a new musical genre in Bengal called Gana Sangeet.'

Weaker Nations Get Used. Warning For India

Weaker Nations Get Used. Warning For India

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'Trump does have a master plan in mind to put pressure on India with the additional tariff of 25 per cent to get Modi to persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to freeze the Ukraine war.' 'It has not worked so far. By end-September only we'll know for sure the future trajectory of India's oil purchases from Russia,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

China, India fuel Ukraine war via Russian oil buy: Trump at UNGA

China, India fuel Ukraine war via Russian oil buy: Trump at UNGA

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

US President Donald Trump accused China and India of being the "primary funders" of the Ukraine war by continuing to purchase Russian oil during his address to the UN General Assembly. He also criticized NATO countries for not cutting off Russian energy.

Don't do deals with gun...: Piyush Goyal on trade talks with US

Don't do deals with gun...: Piyush Goyal on trade talks with US

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

India does not do trade agreements in a hurry or with a "gun to our head", Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday. He said India is actively negotiating trade pacts with countries and regions, including the European Union (EU) and the US.

Trump to dial Putin as European leaders plan US visit

Trump to dial Putin as European leaders plan US visit

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

As Russia continues to escalate its strikes on Ukraine, United States President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) said that he has plans to speak with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in the coming days, as several European leaders are expected to visit the United States for what he described as 'very interesting discussions' aimed at resolving the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Indian on student visa 'deceitfully recruited' into Russian army: Family

Indian on student visa 'deceitfully recruited' into Russian army: Family

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

A 25-year-old Indian man who went to Russia on a student visa has allegedly been 'deceitfully' recruited into the Russian Army and pushed into the Russia-Ukraine conflict, his family claims. They are seeking the Indian government's help for his safe return.

Medvedev ends 882-day title drought with Almaty Open win

Medvedev ends 882-day title drought with Almaty Open win

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Russian Medvedev, 29, last won a title at the Italian Open in May 2023 and has lost six finals since, including at the U.S. Open and Australian Open.

Impose tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil: US to G7

Impose tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil: US to G7

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

The statement did not name any country. But the US has often blamed India and China for purchasing Russian oil even when there are no tariffs on Beijing for it.

China Eastern launches Shanghai-Delhi flight with 95% capacity

China Eastern launches Shanghai-Delhi flight with 95% capacity

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

China Eastern Airlines has resumed its Shanghai-Delhi service after a five-year gap, marking the first mainland Chinese carrier to restore direct flights to India this year. The resumption follows the resolution of border tensions and aims to boost trade, economic, and cultural exchanges between the two countries.

Govt withdraws order on mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi

Govt withdraws order on mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The government on Wednesday withdrew the order mandating pre-installation of cyber security app Sanchar Saathi on smartphones by manufacturers.

US LPG pact may shield India from geopolitical shocks

US LPG pact may shield India from geopolitical shocks

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

India's decision to import LPG from the US helps it to diversify sources as it reduces almost full reliance on West Asian countries for supply of the country's primary cooking fuel.

'It Is A Tug Of War For Trump'

'It Is A Tug Of War For Trump'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

'Will he be on Europe and Ukraine's side? Or will he decide that Russia is more important for America?'

China Eastern to resume flights to India from Sunday

China Eastern to resume flights to India from Sunday

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Chinese airline China Eastern is set to begin its Delhi-Shanghai flight from Sunday, days after IndiGo's flight to Guangzhou from Kolkata, marking the resumption of the flight services between the two countries after a gap of five years.

Russia ready for peace, Ukraine for negotiation: Trump

Russia ready for peace, Ukraine for negotiation: Trump

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

"... It's time to stop this madness. It's time to halt the killing. It's time to end the senseless war. If you want to end wars, you have to talk to both sides," Trump said.

I'll always be friends with Modi, just don't like...: Trump

I'll always be friends with Modi, just don't like...: Trump

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Trump also said he is "very disappointed" that India would be buying "so much oil" from Russia.

ISRO planning 7 more launches this financial year

ISRO planning 7 more launches this financial year

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Indian Space Research Organisation is gearing up for one of its busiest times with seven more launches planned this financial year, even as India's first human spaceflight remains scheduled for 2027, its chairman V Narayanan said.

Modi skips meeting Trump, to join ASEAN summit virtually

Modi skips meeting Trump, to join ASEAN summit virtually

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said he would join the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-India Summit virtually in Malaysia next week.

IOC blames Russia for Paris Olympics gender row

IOC blames Russia for Paris Olympics gender row

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

A gender row involving two female boxers at the Paris 2024 Olympics was the result of a Russian fake news campaign, said International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach.

Chess WC: Arjun stuns two-time winner, seals QF spot

Chess WC: Arjun stuns two-time winner, seals QF spot

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

FIDE World Cup: Arjun storms into quarterfinals of the World Cup

Stopped India-Pakistan war, should get Nobel Prize: Trump

Stopped India-Pakistan war, should get Nobel Prize: Trump

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

US President Donald Trump claimed he resolved the India-Pakistan conflict earlier this year with trade and asserted that he should receive the Nobel Peace Prize for "ending seven wars."

Russian woman found in Karnataka cave allowed to return

Russian woman found in Karnataka cave allowed to return

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

The Karnataka high court on Friday permitted the Union government to issue travel documents to facilitate the return of a Russian woman and her two minor daughters who had been discovered living in a cave in coastal Karnataka.

At G20, Modi bats for open satellite data access

At G20, Modi bats for open satellite data access

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday proposed a G20 initiative aimed at enhancing clean energy transitions by boosting recycling, easing supply chain pressures and advancing joint research on critical minerals, and suggested forging a partnership to make satellite data more accessible and interoperable.

Chinese steel inflows via Nepal raise alarm

Chinese steel inflows via Nepal raise alarm

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The matter has now been escalated and the ministry has written to Customs, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) to investigate it thoroughly.

First phase of India-US trade deal nearing closure: Official

First phase of India-US trade deal nearing closure: Official

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The first phase of the proposed India-US bilateral trade agreement (BTA) is 'nearing closure' and would address the hefty 50 per cent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Indian goods, in addition to resolving America's market access issues, a government official said on Monday.