News for '-former-united'

Mallya seeks more time to appear before ED

Mallya seeks more time to appear before ED

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

The summons was issued to Mallya under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act in connection with the IDBI case.

An interview with Shashi Tharoor

An interview with Shashi Tharoor

Rediff.com17 Oct 2009

Minister of State for External Affairs Shashi Tharoor has learnt that humour has no place in Indian politics. George Joseph meets the newly-cautious Tharoor, and finds out why the satirical novelist enjoys being part of the Indian government.

I am excited to play at Old Trafford: Beckham

I am excited to play at Old Trafford: Beckham

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

AC Milan midfielder David Beckham returns to Old Trafford for the first time in seven years on Wednesday and fully expects to face Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney.

India, US eyeing an ambitious agenda: Expert

India, US eyeing an ambitious agenda: Expert

Rediff.com24 Jul 2009

Karl F Inderfurth, former assistant secretary of state for South Asian affairs in former United States President Bill Clinton's administration and a foreign policy adviser in the Barack Obama presidential campaign, says Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's visit to India was 'continuity plus', vis--vis the growing strategic partnership between Washington and New Delhi.Inderfurth said, "This visit was filled with areas to promote even closer cooperation."

Why Potter creator was denied top US honour

Why Potter creator was denied top US honour

Rediff.com30 Sep 2009

Former United States President George W Bush's advisers believed that JK Rowling's books 'encouraged witchcraft' and thus deprived the author from a top US honour, reveals a new book.White House officials raised an objection against the move, saying that she promoted sorcery in her boy wizard series. They stopped Rowling from receiving the US' top gong for civilians who contribute to America, world peace or culture.

John Glenn, first American to orbit the earth, dies at 95

John Glenn, first American to orbit the earth, dies at 95

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country's highest civilian honour, in 2012.

I just cracked, says Clinton on affair with Monica

I just cracked, says Clinton on affair with Monica

Rediff.com22 Sep 2009

Opening up about his affair with White House intern Monica Lewinsky, former United States President Bill Clinton has said that he felt sorry for himself, and he had 'cracked' under pressure during that period. The former US President said he had cracked under the pressure of personal and political setbacks, including the death of his mother and the loss of Congress to the Republicans in 1994.Clinton was at first reluctant to talk about the Lewinsky affair.

What you must not miss in the EPL this week

What you must not miss in the EPL this week

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

Match-by-match facts and statistics ahead of the Premier League fixtures on April 28-30

Late entrants may change equations in Kerala

Late entrants may change equations in Kerala

Rediff.com10 Apr 2009

Bharatiya Janata Party state president P K Krishnadas and Nationalist Congress Party state president and former Member of Parliament, K Muraleedhran, who are contesting from Thiruvananthapuram and Wynad respectively, may prove to be the proverbial dark horses in the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls.

Football Briefs: Donovan considering running for US soccer chief

Football Briefs: Donovan considering running for US soccer chief

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

After 'deep love', PM hails Bush as 'great friend'

After 'deep love', PM hails Bush as 'great friend'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2009

Former United States President George W Bush is a 'great friend of our country'.This is how Prime Minister Manmohan Singh described him as he hailed the key role played by Bush in ending India's 34-year isolation in the nuclear field.Dr Singh, who later hosted a lunch for Bush, had told him last year "the people of India deeply love you".

Tharoor to contest LS poll from Kerala on Cong tkt

Tharoor to contest LS poll from Kerala on Cong tkt

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

Shashi Tharoor, former United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Communications and Public Information and well-known writer, is all set to contest the Lok Sabha elections on a Congress ticket either from Thiruvananthapuram or Palakkad in Kerala.

Cheney slams Obama over failed terror plot

Cheney slams Obama over failed terror plot

Rediff.com30 Dec 2009

Joining the Republican chorus on the failed Christmas Day attack on board a flight headed for Detroit, former United States Vice President Dick Cheney on Wednesday alleged that President Barack Obama is not tough against terror and 'is trying to pretend we are not at war'. "As I have watched the events of the last few days, it is clear once again that President Obama is trying to pretend we are not at war," Cheney said in his statement to Politico.

What Bill Clinton says about Indo-Pak ties

What Bill Clinton says about Indo-Pak ties

Rediff.com11 Oct 2009

Improving relationship with Pakistan is key to India overtaking China and 'revolutionising' the 21st century to emerge as a global power, former United States President Bill Clinton has said.

'Clinton escaped assassination attempt by Osama'

'Clinton escaped assassination attempt by Osama'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2009

Former United States President Bill Clinton had escaped an assassination bid by terrorists controlled by Osama bin Laden in Phillipines, according to a new book. He was saved shortly before his car was due to drive over a bridge in Manila where a bomb was planted. The foiled attack came during Clinton's visit to the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in the city in 1996. The details have been revealed in a new book.

Leaders Man Utd saved by late own goal

Leaders Man Utd saved by late own goal

Rediff.com4 Oct 2009

A late own goal by Anton Ferdinand rescued a 2-2 draw for English Premier League leaders Manchester United at home to Sunderland on Saturday. Sunderland, managed by former United stalwart Steve Bruce, were heading for their first win at Old Trafford since 1968 when defender Ferdinand deflected a left-foot drive from Patrice Evra into the net three minutes into added time.

What the new book on Bill Clinton reveals

What the new book on Bill Clinton reveals

Rediff.com29 Sep 2009

In the event of Indo-Pak nuclear war, India will emerge as the ultimate winner after wiping off Pakistan, but lose up to 500 million of its own people, a book on former United States President Bill Clinton's presidential years has claimed.

Clinton remains mum about North Korea trip

Clinton remains mum about North Korea trip

Rediff.com7 Aug 2009

Former United States President Bill Clinton offered very few additional details on Thursday on his trip to retrieve two American journalists who had been captured and detained by North Korea. "My job was to do one thing, which I was profoundly honoured to do, as an American and as a father. I wanted those young women to be able to come home," Clinton said. "Anything I say beyond that could inadvertently affect the decisions and moods either here or in North Korea," he said.

Strike stops work at two MRF units

Strike stops work at two MRF units

Rediff.com12 May 2009

The former unit produces motor tyres and tubes, while the latter makes radial tyres. Union sources said employees also decided to boycott the coming Lok Sabha elections. A meeting on Monday between management and union heads saw no settlement.

Clinton blames FBI chief's letter in email case for her loss

Clinton blames FBI chief's letter in email case for her loss

Rediff.com3 May 2017

"I was on the way to winning until the combination of Jim Comey's (sic) letter on October 28th and Russian WikiLeaks raised doubts in the minds of people," she said.

'Pakistan bears a tremendous responsibility'

'Pakistan bears a tremendous responsibility'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2009

'Pakistan,' says former US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs R Nicholas Burns, 'has an obligation to work with India and to give India the type of support needed to ensure that these types of attacks will not occur again. Therefore you cannot hide behind the definition of non-state actors. Every government has a responsibility to control the situation on its own territory. India needs the kind of reassurances from Islamabad that has not yet been forthcoming.'

Holbrook to be special US envoy to Afghan,Pak

Holbrook to be special US envoy to Afghan,Pak

Rediff.com22 Jan 2009

Richard Holbrook, the former United States Ambassador to United Nations, is likely to be appointed envoy to Pakistan, Afghanistan and related matters by the new Obama administration after Hillary Clinton was sworn in as the secretary of State earlier today.Former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell is likely to be announced as Middle East Envoy, the Washington Post reported, quoting sources close to the Obama administration.

REVEALED! Ferguson wanted Pep as successor

REVEALED! Ferguson wanted Pep as successor

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Alex Ferguson has revealed that David Moyes, the man chosen as his managerial successor at Manchester United, was sixth on a list of ideal replacements headed by Pep Guardiola and four others, who were all 'unavailable' at the time.

When policy makers behave like religious militants

When policy makers behave like religious militants

Rediff.com4 Mar 2009

Some modern-day officials and policy makers continue to behave like religious militants of medieval times, chanting those same mantras markets on their own will take care of everything.

Dr Singh's daughter takes on Obama

Dr Singh's daughter takes on Obama

Rediff.com14 May 2009

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's New York-based daughter Amrit Singh, who has been one of the fiercest critics of former United States President George W Bush and his administration for its alleged condoning of torture and other abuse of prisoners, on Wednesday turned her guns on President Barack Obama for his decision to fight to block the court-ordered release of photographs of detainee abuse by US troops in Iraq, Afghanistan and several other prisons.

Shashi Tharoor ready to contest LS polls

Shashi Tharoor ready to contest LS polls

Rediff.com7 Feb 2009

Former United Nations diplomat Shashi Tharoor said on Friday that he will contest the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls if he was given a chance and gave indications that his preference was Congress.

IndiGo taps in expats as it soars higher

IndiGo taps in expats as it soars higher

Rediff.com21 Mar 2017

IndiGo which has close to 40 per cent market share, at present has 129 aircraft and operates 883 daily flights to 44 destinations. It also has around 400 aircraft on order.

Did RBI clear Amar Singh's donation: BJP

Did RBI clear Amar Singh's donation: BJP

Rediff.com19 Dec 2008

The BJP said that since the payment made by Amar Singh was in US dollars and was a substantial amount, RBI clearance should have been sought as per the legal guidelines.

Barack and Michelle, like never before

Barack and Michelle, like never before

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

The portraits -- painted by African American artists -- will shake up the assumptions of visitors to US presidential galleries.

'AAP won't be finished because people are with us'

'AAP won't be finished because people are with us'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

'Modi and the BJP don't want Delhi to function.' 'The LG is like a puppet of the BJP.'

Hillary Clinton heckled at a campaign rally

Hillary Clinton heckled at a campaign rally

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

A Republican lawmaker asked her questions about her husband former United States president Bill Clinton's alleged sexual impropriety.

Football Extras: Mourinho to get his own TV show in Russia

Football Extras: Mourinho to get his own TV show in Russia

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Shashi Tharoor hints at joining politics

Shashi Tharoor hints at joining politics

Rediff.com13 Feb 2009

Hinting at joining politics, former United Nations diplomat and writer Shashi Tharoor on Friday said that if given an opportunity, he would like to join the Congress. "I have indeed been having some serious conversations about entering politics. Now that I have left the UN, I have an opportunity to put my feet where my mouth used to be," Tharoor told media persons in Mumbai.

President Bush never turned to dad for advice

President Bush never turned to dad for advice

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

"See, the interesting thing is that a president has got plenty of advisors, but what a president never has is someone who gave him unconditional love. And therefore when I talked to my dad, I was more interested in the father-son relationship," explained Bush the President. "You got a lot of people who can give you advice, but your rarely have people who can pick up the phone and say, 'I love you, son,' or, 'Hang in there, son'."

The Clintons are back! Hillary holds first major campaign rally

The Clintons are back! Hillary holds first major campaign rally

Rediff.com13 Jun 2015

Officially kicking off her 2016 presidential campaign, Hillary Clinton on Saturday gave a rallying call to build "real and lasting prosperity" that "should be shared by all" and not just by CEOs and billionaires.

Sports shorts: First female referee to officiate at FIFA U-17 World Cup

Sports shorts: First female referee to officiate at FIFA U-17 World Cup

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

Esther Staubli is set to become the first female referee to officiate a match at the ongoing FIFA Under-17 World Cup 2017.

EPL: Cech happy to end frustrating wait for 200th clean sheet

EPL: Cech happy to end frustrating wait for 200th clean sheet

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

The former Chelsea goalkeeper had to wait for 11 games to reach the landmark and produced an inspired performance that included a second-half penalty save from Watford striker Troy Deeney to help Arsenal seal the win.

EPL PIX: West Brom stay afloat; Stoke City relegated

EPL PIX: West Brom stay afloat; Stoke City relegated

Rediff.com6 May 2018

Swansea City's hopes of salvaging their place in the Premier League suffered a potentially grievous blow as Ryan Fraser's deflected strike earned Bournemouth a 1-0 win on Saturday to secure another season of top-flight football for the Cherries.

I am not mad at Obama: Bill Clinton

I am not mad at Obama: Bill Clinton

Rediff.com5 Aug 2008

Former United States President Bill Clinton on Monday said he was not a racist and he is 'not and never was mad' at Barack Obama, who defeated his wife in the racially-charged Democratic presidential nomination race."There are things that I wish I'd urged her (Hillary) to do. Things I wish I'd said. Things I wish I hadn't said," Clinton said regarding the controversies surrounding his comments.

I don't do anything but delegate...and earn a lot of money: Van Gaal

I don't do anything but delegate...and earn a lot of money: Van Gaal

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Louis van Gaal does "nothing" as Manchester United manager but earns a lot because the most important job for a top-level coach is delegating responsibilities to his staff.