News for '-intercontinental'

China reacts cautiously to launch of Agni-V

China reacts cautiously to launch of Agni-V

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Reacting cautiously to India's second launch of ballistic missile Agni-V that has a strike range of over 5,000 km, China on Monday said both sides should make concerted efforts to enhance political trust and asked the media to play a more conducive role to improve bilateral ties.

FC Goa coach Zico considering FIFA presidency bid

FC Goa coach Zico considering FIFA presidency bid

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

Former Brazil international Zico has expressed a desire to run for president of FIFA.

Indian football round-up: WAFF U-16 C'ship: India defeat Yemen 3-0

Indian football round-up: WAFF U-16 C'ship: India defeat Yemen 3-0

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

After Central defender Harpreet Singh headed the first one in the 37th minute, two goals in two minutes immediately after resumption took the issue beyond Yemen's reach.

North Korea standoff: Is war an option?

North Korea standoff: Is war an option?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

'The world may be desirous of peace, but not Kim Jong-un.' 'Should we then accept the old adage that to maintain peace, we should be prepared for war?' asks Rajaram Panda.

Pak gets powerful missile tracking system from China: Report

Pak gets powerful missile tracking system from China: Report

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

China was the first country to export such sensitive equipment to Pakistan

Sports Shorts: Shubhankar makes cut at Scottish Open

Sports Shorts: Shubhankar makes cut at Scottish Open

Rediff.com13 Jul 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

Soccer Extras: United must focus on Rashford, Martial

Soccer Extras: United must focus on Rashford, Martial

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

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

PIO Muslim scientist detained in US, forced to unlock phone

PIO Muslim scientist detained in US, forced to unlock phone

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

Bikkannavar is a US citizen and is working with NASA for 10 years. In addition, he has never visited the countries on the immigration ban.

Aguero, Higuain set for Argentina return

Aguero, Higuain set for Argentina return

Rediff.com17 Sep 2016

Sergio Aguero, in fine scoring form for Manchester City this season, looks set to lead Argentina's attack in next month's World Cup qualifiers after being recalled to their squad on Friday.

WC Qualifiers: Suarez scores on Uruguay return in 2-2 draw against Brazil

WC Qualifiers: Suarez scores on Uruguay return in 2-2 draw against Brazil

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

Luis Suarez ended his nine-match biting ban in fine style on Friday, grabbing the second-half equaliser that gave Uruguay a 2-2 draw in an enthralling battle with Brazil in the 2018 World Cup qualifiers.

Argentina fight back for 2-1 win on Messi return

Argentina fight back for 2-1 win on Messi return

Rediff.com25 Mar 2016

Lionel Messi's return sparked Argentina to a 2-1 win over Chile in Santiago on Thursday, breathing new life into their South American qualifying campaign for the 2018 World Cup.

Umpire Kathy Cross is first female in ICC Panel

Umpire Kathy Cross is first female in ICC Panel

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

New Zealand's Kathy Cross became the first woman to be inducted in an ICC umpires' panel when she was named as an Associate and Affiliate International official following the annual review and selection process.

Boeing bullish on India as Modi promises friendly environment

Boeing bullish on India as Modi promises friendly environment

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Defence major Boeing on Monday proposed greater business engagement with India, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised the US companies to provide friendlier business environment in the country.

India Inc strikes deals worth nearly $27 bn in Jan-Nov

India Inc strikes deals worth nearly $27 bn in Jan-Nov

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

According to assurance, tax and advisory firm Grant Thornton, corporates in the country announced 458 deals in the January-November period amounting to $26.76 billion.

Oil plunges to 6-1/2-year low on China concerns

Oil plunges to 6-1/2-year low on China concerns

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

US crude is now more than 17 per cent below its opening price at the start of the month and Brent is down more than 16 per cent.

PHOTOS: Messi magic puts Argentina back on World Cup track

PHOTOS: Messi magic puts Argentina back on World Cup track

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

A Lionel Messi masterclass, netting a brilliant free kick before laying on two more goals, put Argentina's World Cup qualifying campaign back on track with a resounding 3-0 win over Colombia in San Juan on Tuesday.

New coach Bauza plans to woo Messi back for Argentina

New coach Bauza plans to woo Messi back for Argentina

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Argentina's new coach Edgardo Bauza has set his mind to wooing Lionel Messi back from international retirement as he ponders his squad for next month's South American 2018 World Cup qualifiers. Bauza was named on Monday to replace Gerardo Martino, who resigned a month ago after steering Messi's side to two successive Copa America finals which ended in penalty shootout defeats to Chile.

Football Briefs: Juve close in on title n Serie A

Football Briefs: Juve close in on title n Serie A

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

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

Why China must worry about the Agni-V

Why China must worry about the Agni-V

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

The Agni-V can reach beyond Tibet to high-value targets in the Chinese heartland, even its northern-most provinces.

Never dreamt of playing 100 matches for India: Chhetri

Never dreamt of playing 100 matches for India: Chhetri

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

The India football captain admitted there has been a "steady growth" in Indian football since that first day he wore the national shirt.

Football Briefs: Wenger urges Arsenal to get morale-boosting Europa League win

Football Briefs: Wenger urges Arsenal to get morale-boosting Europa League win

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

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

Football Briefs: Mourinho takes swipe at United's detractors

Football Briefs: Mourinho takes swipe at United's detractors

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

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

China makes a statement with its Rocket Force

China makes a statement with its Rocket Force

Rediff.com6 Feb 2017

China's newly-formed Rocket Force has held an exercise with advanced DF-16 medium-range ballistic missile with a range of over 1,000 kms that could threaten a number countries, including India, Japan and the United States.

Can Xi help resolve Trump-Kim dispute?

Can Xi help resolve Trump-Kim dispute?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

Ahead of the G-20 summit in Osaka this week, Xi has reasserted China's role as a global player, points out Dr Rajaram Panda.

Kohli nominated for ICC ODI Cricketer of the Year award

Kohli nominated for ICC ODI Cricketer of the Year award

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

Virat Kohli is the lone Indian male cricketer to be shortlisted for the LG ICC Awards 2014 after he was nominated for the ODI Cricketer of the Year category.

IPL's Afghan pioneer Rashid longs for long form

IPL's Afghan pioneer Rashid longs for long form

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

However, Hyderabad had clearly done their homework as Rashid grabbed the top wicket-taker's 'purple cap' on Sunday after his 3-19 set up a comprehensive win over Gujarat Lions.

A life in photos: George H W Bush

A life in photos: George H W Bush

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

With a rich political and personal legacy, George Herbert Walker Bush left no shortage of memorable photos from his time both in and out of office. Bush died at the age of 94. The 41st US president, congressman, Central Intelligence Agency director and oil tycoon was also father to the 43rd president -- George W Bush. The younger Bush in a statement remembered his father as "a man of the highest character and the best dad a son or daughter could ask for." Delving into archives here are the US former president's most memorable days.

Messi to come out of international retirement

Messi to come out of international retirement

Rediff.com13 Aug 2016

Lionel Messi announced on Friday that he wants to return to play for the national team, reversing his decision to retire earlier this year. Messi said in June that he would not play for Argentina again after the team lost to Chile in the final of the Copa America.

India's missile programme for peace: DRDO chief

India's missile programme for peace: DRDO chief

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

Defence Research Development and Organisation Director General Avinash Chander on Saturday said that India's missile programme is purely aimed at peace in the country.

A bomb worse than an atom bomb in Kim Jong-un's hands!

A bomb worse than an atom bomb in Kim Jong-un's hands!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

North Korea is unlikely to strike first, but its response in retaliation, if attacked, could be massive even at the expense of its own destruction, says Rajaram Panda.

Will impose more sanctions on N Korea, says Trump; talks to Xi

Will impose more sanctions on N Korea, says Trump; talks to Xi

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

During the phone call, Trump underscored the determination of the US to defend itself and its allies from the growing threat posed by the North Korean regime, the White House said.

Sports Shorts: Chennainyin FC scores hard-fought win over FC Goa

Sports Shorts: Chennainyin FC scores hard-fought win over FC Goa

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday.

Clarke's World Cup fitness race turns into a jog

Clarke's World Cup fitness race turns into a jog

Rediff.com6 Feb 2015

Barring any further setbacks, it appears that Michael Clarke's return to full fitness and the captaincy of the Australia World Cup team is now a matter of "when" rather than "if".

The 'GULF' between Australia and Asia

The 'GULF' between Australia and Asia

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Gulf nations want Australia out of Asia, says AFC chief

Real Madrid beat San Lorenzo to lift Club World Cup

Real Madrid beat San Lorenzo to lift Club World Cup

Rediff.com21 Dec 2014

Real Madrid won the Club World Cup for the first time by beating San Lorenzo 2-0 on Saturday with goals from Sergio Ramos and Gareth Bale after being forced into a scrap by the feisty South Americans.

Trump welcomes 'true friend' as Modi lands in Washington

Trump welcomes 'true friend' as Modi lands in Washington

Rediff.com25 Jun 2017

Trump will host Modi at the White House on Monday afternoon.

Trump to meet North Korea's Kim Jong-un by May

Trump to meet North Korea's Kim Jong-un by May

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

The US president lauded the announcement on Twitter, writing "Great progress being made but sanctions will remain until an agreement is reached. Meeting being planned!"

Soccer Extras: Sturridge banned, fined for breaching betting rules

Soccer Extras: Sturridge banned, fined for breaching betting rules

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

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

NYSE technical issues halt exchange for more than 3 hours

NYSE technical issues halt exchange for more than 3 hours

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

The NYSE accounts for more than 60 percent of S&P 500 volume at the close of the market

Crime not suspected in New York Stock Exchange glitch: Source

Crime not suspected in New York Stock Exchange glitch: Source

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Technical fault was the reason behind it.