News for '-iraq'

Indian national killed in mosque shooting in Muscat

Indian national killed in mosque shooting in Muscat

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

An Indian national was among six people killed in a rare shooting attack by Islamic State militant group near a Shia Muslim mosque in Oman's capital.

Paralympics: Rongali finishes 5th in shot put final

Paralympics: Rongali finishes 5th in shot put final

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Rongali, who had won a silver in the Asian Para Games last year in China, produced a personal best of 10.63m but that was enough for a fifth-place finish in a top-class field.

US prohibits flights over Iraq, Iran and the Gulf

US prohibits flights over Iraq, Iran and the Gulf

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

The direction comes hours after Iran fired over a dozen ballistic missiles targeting at least two American bases in response to the killing of its General Qasem Soleimani in a drone strike.

NIA charges 17 ISIS men over radicalising youth, making IEDs

NIA charges 17 ISIS men over radicalising youth, making IEDs

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

The NIA had originally chargesheeted three persons in March 2023 and filed its supplementary chargesheet before the special court at Patiala House in New Delhi on Monday against 17 others, of whom 15 are from Maharashtra and one each from Uttarakhand and Haryana, it said.

Iran's Supreme leader orders attack on Israel to avenge Hamas chief's killing

Iran's Supreme leader orders attack on Israel to avenge Hamas chief's killing

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Khamenei, who has the last word on all state matters and is also the commander in chief of the armed forces, instructed military commanders from the Revolutionary Guards and the army to prepare plans for both an attack and a defence in case the war expands and Israel or the US strike Iran, the officials said.

Massive oil, gas reserves found in Pak waters

Massive oil, gas reserves found in Pak waters

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

A substantial deposit of petroleum and natural gas has been discovered in Pakistan's territorial waters, a cache so large its exploitation could change the country's destiny, according to a media report. A three-year survey was undertaken in collaboration with a friendly country to verify the presence of the oil and gas reserves, DawnNewsTV quoted a senior security official as saying on Friday.

SEE: Iran fires missiles targeting US military bases in Iraq

SEE: Iran fires missiles targeting US military bases in Iraq

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Pentagon said Iran launched more than a dozen ballistic missiles against US military and coalition forces in Iraq. Trump has been briefed and is monitoring the situation, officials said.

Is Wartime A Good Time to Invest?

Is Wartime A Good Time to Invest?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Even now, investors are not bothered about the war but are more concerned whether it will remain localised or not.' 'In case things are contained, markets can stage a bounce back in the next few days.'

Trump announces troop cuts in Afghanistan, Iraq; draws fire

Trump announces troop cuts in Afghanistan, Iraq; draws fire

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

The United States has announced to reduce the number of American troops in Afghanistan and Iraq to 2,500 each by January 15 next year, which drew sharp reaction from influential lawmakers across the aisle.

200 more Indians return from Iraq

200 more Indians return from Iraq

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Two-hundred Indians landed in New Delhi from Najaf in trouble-torn Iraq on a special chartered flight of Iraq Airways early on Sunday.

Secret service knew about Iranian 'plot to kill Trump'

Secret service knew about Iranian 'plot to kill Trump'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The United States had received intelligence from a human source about an Iranian plot to kill Donald Trump weeks before the assassination attempt against the former US President on Saturday, according to national security officials.

Kings Cup: India's 12-match unbeaten streak ends with controversial loss

Kings Cup: India's 12-match unbeaten streak ends with controversial loss

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

India lose to Iraq in penalty shootout, face Lebanon in bronze medal playoff.

Ayatollah Khamenei Prays For Hamas Leader

Ayatollah Khamenei Prays For Hamas Leader

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, led the prayers at assassinated Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's funeral in Tehran, on August 1, 2024, a rare honour for someone who is not Iranian.

Trump picks Fox News host as defence secretary

Trump picks Fox News host as defence secretary

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday announced the nomination of popular Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth, 44, as his defence secretary.

Why savings from Russian oil has dropped to a third

Why savings from Russian oil has dropped to a third

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Savings for Indian refiners from purchasing Russian oil have decreased to a third of what they were in the years following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which triggered global crises, sanctions, and discounted Russian oil seeking buyers. Despite this, savings from importing cheap Russian oil were significant enough to help Indian refiners tide over frozen petrol and diesel pump prices.

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The medals tally at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

17 more Indians evacuated from Iraq

17 more Indians evacuated from Iraq

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

India has evacuated 17 more of its nationals from the conflict zone of Iraq with the help of local authorities taking the total number of those rescued so far to 34 and also advised its citizens to leave on voluntary basis by commercial means in view of the "fragile" security situation.

Indian team 'robbed' of victory by referees: coach Stimac

Indian team 'robbed' of victory by referees: coach Stimac

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

India football team's coach Igor Stimac has lashed out at the referee for 'robbing' his side of victory in the semi-final of the King's Cup against Iraq.

Bengaluru caf blast: NIA charges 4, says BJP office was first target

Bengaluru caf blast: NIA charges 4, says BJP office was first target

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

It said two of the key accused were Islamic State of Iraq and Syria radicals, who used fraudulently obtained "Indian SIM cards and Indian bank accounts" besides "various Indian and Bangladeshi Identity documents downloaded from the dark web (which is accessible only through specialised browsers) in carrying out their nefarious activities.

40 killed, several hurt in two bus accidents in Pak

40 killed, several hurt in two bus accidents in Pak

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

At least 11 people were killed and 35 others injured in the accident in Balochistan province, over 100 km from Karachi.

Obama orders air strikes on Iraq

Obama orders air strikes on Iraq

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

United States President Barack Obama has authorised "targeted air strikes" against Islamic militants to protect American military personnel and airdrops of meals and water to thousands of religious minorities trapped on a mountaintop in northwest Iraq.

What if Tehran blocks Strait of Hormuz...

What if Tehran blocks Strait of Hormuz...

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Oil and LNG prices are likely to shoot up if Iran is to block Strait of Hormuz, through which countries like India import crude oil from Saudi Arabia, Iraq and UAE, leading to a spike in inflation, analysts said on the Iran-Israel conflict. The Iran and Israel conflict has escalated over the last few days. Iran first launched drone and rocket attacks on Israel, which retaliated by firing a missile. Crude oil prices have hovered around USD 90 per barrel since the conflict.

Fresh airstrike kills 5 pro-Iran fighters in Iraq

Fresh airstrike kills 5 pro-Iran fighters in Iraq

Rediff.com4 Jan 2020

The pro-Iran militia did not say who was responsible but Iraqi state television reported it was a US air strike.

George Bush's shoe-thrower is running to be Iraq's president

George Bush's shoe-thrower is running to be Iraq's president

Rediff.com12 May 2018

The journalist, who shot to fame for hurling a shoe at the then US president, calling him a dog, wants to fight corruption and rebuild Iraq. Muntadhar al-Zaidi speaks to Subhash K Jha.

Situation in Bengal similar to that of Iran, Iraq: State BJP chief

Situation in Bengal similar to that of Iran, Iraq: State BJP chief

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

"If municipal elections can take place in Hyderabad and Assam, why not here. The situation is worse than Kashmir and is similar to that of Iran and Iraq. Didi (Mamata Banerjee) has proved that West Bengal's law and order is not conducive to go for polls," he said while addressing a party meeting in Kolkata.

Meat, potatoes guy who...: Usha Vance introduces husband JD at RNC

Meat, potatoes guy who...: Usha Vance introduces husband JD at RNC

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Introducing Vance, a junior United States senator from Ohio, to their fellow Americans, Usha described the love and affection of her husband.

Pak ISIS supporter charged with NYC Jewish attack plot, held in Canada

Pak ISIS supporter charged with NYC Jewish attack plot, held in Canada

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

The 20-year-old arrested accused, Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, allegedly planned a terrorist attack in New York City around October 7 "with the intent of slaughtering in the name of ISIS, as many Jewish people as possible," attorney general Merrick B Garland said, as per the statement.

'Trudeau Wants To Cultivate Pro-Khalistan Leaders'

'Trudeau Wants To Cultivate Pro-Khalistan Leaders'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'He is convinced that this will help him in the next election.' 'But as we know, the best laid plans of mice and men can go awry.'

FIFA lifts ban on Iraq hosting international football games

FIFA lifts ban on Iraq hosting international football games

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi welcomed a decision from soccer's world governing body FIFA to lift a ban on hosting competitive international soccer matches at stadiums in three Iraqi cities.

Iraq to back Prince Ali in FIFA election

Iraq to back Prince Ali in FIFA election

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

The Iraq Football Association (IFA) pledged their support for Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein in next month's FIFA presidential election.

39 Indians missing in Iraq killed: Sushma Swaraj

39 Indians missing in Iraq killed: Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

The external affairs minister said that the dreaded terror outfit Islamic State had killed all the Indian nationals.

The man terrorising Iraq

The man terrorising Iraq

Rediff.com26 Apr 2006

And, not, it is not George W Bush.

US welcomes Iraq's constitution

US welcomes Iraq's constitution

Rediff.com23 Aug 2005

US welcomes Iraq's draft constitution

Toll in Iran-Iraq earthquake climbs above 300

Toll in Iran-Iraq earthquake climbs above 300

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Shocks were also felt in Pakistan, Lebanon, Kuwait and Turkey, news agencies in those countries reported.

Iraq: Egypt's envoy abducted

Iraq: Egypt's envoy abducted

Rediff.com4 Jul 2005

US rules out full-scale reinvasion of Iraq

US rules out full-scale reinvasion of Iraq

Rediff.com22 May 2015

The United States on Friday ruled out a full-scale reinvasion of Iraq by American military in view of the Islamic State gaining ground in the country.

91 more Punjabi youths return from Iraq

91 more Punjabi youths return from Iraq

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

As many as 91 more youths from Punjab returned to India on Tuesday from strife-torn Iraq on special flights.

Indian ISIS fighter dead in Iraq?

Indian ISIS fighter dead in Iraq?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

A Muslim youth, one of the four from Kalyan on the outskirts Mumbai who left their homes and joined the Islamic State also known as ISIS in Iraq, has been reportedly killed.

American sins come to haunt Iraq, Syria

American sins come to haunt Iraq, Syria

Rediff.com23 Jun 2014

Iraq is on the verge of collapsing and foreign military intervention is inevitable. But for those who follow the developments in Iraq and the Middle-East will understand the current situation is nothing but a culmination of US and western policies toward the region, says Dr Waiel Awwad

Iraq rejects Saudi troops

Iraq rejects Saudi troops

Rediff.com19 Oct 2004

The Iraqi Government had some real concerns about having troops from a neighbouring country inside Iraq, said a US official.