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India ready to tackle IS threat, says Rajnath

India ready to tackle IS threat, says Rajnath

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

Home minister says Islamic State is a threat to entire world.

New Islamic State video threatens Paris-style attack on Washington

New Islamic State video threatens Paris-style attack on Washington

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

A man identified as "Al Karar the Iraqi", threatened the 'crusader' nations who are fighting together against the IS and the US capital was specifically singled out.

PM thanks Americans and heads home after seven-day trip

PM thanks Americans and heads home after seven-day trip

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

"My USA (trip) demonstrates the extraordinary depth and diversity of our relationship. A lot of ground has been covered in these few days (sic)," Modi tweeted before his departure.

Second French church attacker was known to police

Second French church attacker was known to police

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

The second attacker has been identified as 19-year-old Abdel Malik Petitjean.

French FM meets Modi, discusses defence, anti-terrorism

French FM meets Modi, discusses defence, anti-terrorism

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius on Tuesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in key areas such as defence, trade and investment with India expressing keenness on setting up industrial bases for it to boost ties.

Paris enters race for 2024 Olympic Games hosting

Paris enters race for 2024 Olympic Games hosting

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

Paris will be competing for the 2024 honours with cities including Boston, Hamburg and Rome, which lost out to Paris in the bidding contest when the French capital last got to host the games in 1924.

SEVEN-UP: Even the world's most powerful know how to chill out

SEVEN-UP: Even the world's most powerful know how to chill out

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Here's a look at some of the more interesting sights at the G7 2015 summit.

With Rafale deal stuck, Germany says Eurofighter option ready

With Rafale deal stuck, Germany says Eurofighter option ready

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

It asserted that the jets are 'good' both in terms of quality and price.

Reaffirm unwavering commitment to strengthen our Republic: PM Modi

Reaffirm unwavering commitment to strengthen our Republic: PM Modi

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of 67th Republic Day urged the nation to reaffirm the unwavering commitment to uphold the ideals of India's Constitution and strengthen the Republic.

These brothers are wanted for attack on Charlie Hebdo

These brothers are wanted for attack on Charlie Hebdo

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

The French police have released photos of the two brothers wanted in connection with the attack of satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo in Paris on Wednesday that left 12 people dead including the editor, three celebrated cartoonists and two police officers.

Paris deal frames climate ambition in 'lens of equity': India

Paris deal frames climate ambition in 'lens of equity': India

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

The Paris climate change agreement is a victory for climate justice, India has said.

Islamic State threatens New York in new video

Islamic State threatens New York in new video

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

The slick clip features shots of yellow taxis and crowds in Times Square and Herald Square in Manhattan, with vibrant French music playing in the background -- a nod to the Paris terror attacks on Friday.

Cocktails, holidays in the sun: Inside the life of Paris attack bomber

Cocktails, holidays in the sun: Inside the life of Paris attack bomber

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

Chilling new images have emerged of suicide bomber Bilal Hadfi, who blew himself up outside the Stade de France during the deadly Paris attacks on Friday, which killed 132 people.

Parrikar will be missed at defence ministry

Parrikar will be missed at defence ministry

Rediff.com13 Mar 2017

His absence will be felt because of his decision taking ability and rapport with armed forces.

27-yr-old charged with 6 counts of murder in Quebec mosque shooting

27-yr-old charged with 6 counts of murder in Quebec mosque shooting

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

Alexandre Bissonnette, a French-Canadian political science and anthropology student, appeared at a Quebec City court on Monday, he also faces five counts of attempted murder.

Report says Reliance got over 100m tax waiver from France post Rafale deal

Report says Reliance got over 100m tax waiver from France post Rafale deal

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

MoD dismissed the report saying it draws 'conjectural connection between tax exemption to a private company and procurement of Rafale jets'.

1 beheaded in France terror attack, Islamist flag found

1 beheaded in France terror attack, Islamist flag found

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

French President Francois Hollande confirmed that the incident at a factory was a "pure terrorist attack.".

India, France narrow down differences; Rafale deal in final stage

India, France narrow down differences; Rafale deal in "final stage"

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

The negotiations over the purchase of 36 Rafale fighter jets have entered the "final stages" as both India and France have managed to narrow down their differences over the pricing.

When Modi meets Trump: Will it be a hug or a handshake?

When Modi meets Trump: Will it be a hug or a handshake?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

As Modi prepares for his first meeting with United States President Donald Trump, we can't help but wonder will the PM go in for a hug or will 'The Donald' opt for one his 'famous' handshakes?

Paris attacks 'accomplice' DNA found, prosecutors meet

Paris attacks 'accomplice' DNA found, prosecutors meet

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Police have found the DNA of a newly-identified suspect on explosives used in last year's Paris attacks, a French source said on Monday.

What will India serve Hollande on R-Day?

What will India serve Hollande on R-Day?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

While the Rafale deal seems to be the main order of business during French President Francois Hollande's visit, other aspects could help sweeten the deal, says Claude Arpi.

No country should provide shelter to terrorists: Modi

No country should provide shelter to terrorists: Modi

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

On a day Mumbai attack mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi was released, Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave a veiled message to Pakistan, saying no country should provide shelter to terrorists but should punish them.

Now, PM Modi to have Madison-style event in Toronto

Now, PM Modi to have Madison-style event in Toronto

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

PM Narendra Modi will embark on an eight-day tour of France, Germany and Canada on April 9.

'No survivors likely' in Airbus A320 crash in France

'No survivors likely' in Airbus A320 crash in France

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

According to reports, a Germanwings Airbus A320 has crashed in French Alps near the Digne region in France.

WEF Summit begins in Davos

WEF Summit begins in Davos

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

The World Economic Forum's five-day annual summit began in Davos this evening amid hopes of recovery in global economy and a time of renewed terror threats after recent strikes in France and other parts of globe.

World leaders bid final farewell to former Israel's Shimon Peres

World leaders bid final farewell to former Israel's Shimon Peres

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

Leaders from 70 countries, including United States President Barack Obama and Arab politicians, gathered in Jerusalem on Friday to bid farewell to one of the last leaders of Israel's founding generation and Nobel Peace Prize winner Shimon Peres as his funeral began amid unprecedented security.

'Attack on British Parliament is an attack on freedom, democracy everywhere'

'Attack on British Parliament is an attack on freedom, democracy everywhere'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

World leaders voiced solidarity with the United Kingdom after the deadly attack near the Houses of Parliament.

France: 2 terrorists, 1 hostage killed in IS-claimed church attack

France: 2 terrorists, 1 hostage killed in IS-claimed church attack

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Five people, including the priest, two nuns and two parishioners were held by the assailants who raided the church in Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray near Rouen in Normandy on Tuesday.

DON'T MISS! Best photos of the week

DON'T MISS! Best photos of the week

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

We bring you a collection of some of the best photographs taken this week by ace Reuters photographers.

US airman who helped stop gunman on train in Europe stabbed in US

US airman who helped stop gunman on train in Europe stabbed in US

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

The police said that Stone was stabbed multiple times in the torso.

Rafale probe will throw up names of Modi, Ambani: Rahul

Rafale probe will throw up names of Modi, Ambani: Rahul

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

He claimed the NDA government bought the planes at Rs 1,600 crore a piece as against the Rs 526 crore for each aircraft fixed by the UPA.

Eyeing Rafale deal, French team likely to visit India

Eyeing Rafale deal, French team likely to visit India

Rediff.com17 Apr 2016

A high-level team from France is expected to arrive in New Delhi next month to firm up the order for the purchase of 36 Rafale fighter aircraft by India.

Gandhi worked to unite India, Modi dividing country: Rahul

Gandhi worked to unite India, Modi dividing country: Rahul

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

"He (Modi) is not a chowkidar (watchman), but bhagidar (partner, of capitalists)," Rahul Gandhi charged.

PM Modi returns home after 'successful' three-nation tour

PM Modi returns home after 'successful' three-nation tour

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to the Capital early Saturday morning after a three-nation tour of France, Germany and Canada.

India lodges strong protest with Pakistan over Lakhvi's release

India lodges strong protest with Pakistan over Lakhvi's release

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

India on Friday lodged a strong protest over the release of Zaki-ur Rehman Lakhvi, a prime accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attack, saying the "negative development" reinforced the perception that Pakistan has a dual policy on dealing with terrorists.

BSF camel contingent marches on Google doodle on R-Day

BSF camel contingent marches on Google doodle on R-Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

As a tribute on 67th Republic Day, search giant Google's doodle on Tuesday showed a march of a richly caparisoned camel contingent of the Border Security Force, a major attraction at the annual parade at the Rajpath on January 26.

Rock Garden creator's son asked to leave before PM's arrival

Rock Garden creator's son asked to leave before PM's arrival

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

Anuj Saini, Chand's son, said he was asked to "go out" of the Rock Garden despite having an entry card issued by the UT Chandigarh Administration.

Why Hollande spoke out

Why Hollande spoke out

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

French sources say Hollande was motivated to speak out after an Indian media report revealed that the Reliance Group had part-funded a film venture by his domestic partner, French actress Julie Gayet.

Rahul, Cong must apologise: BJP on Rafale verdict

Rahul, Cong must apologise: BJP on Rafale verdict

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

BJP leaders also took a dig at the former Congress president after the apex court asked him to be careful in future while closing a plea for contempt case against him for wrongly attributing certain comments on the Rafale deal to it.